dongmei shi | Immunology | Global Impact in Research Award

Dr. Dongmei shi | Immunology | Global Impact in Research Award

Dr. Dongmei shi, Jining NO.1 peoples’ hospital, China.

Dr. Dongmei Shi πŸ§ͺ is a Professor of Dermatology at Jining No.1 People’s Hospital, specializing in medical mycology 🦠 and infection immunology πŸ›‘οΈ. She has discovered new fungal species, revealed immune evasion pathways, and developed innovative diagnostic tools πŸ”¬. A leader in clinical and translational research, Dr. Shi has led several nationally funded projects πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ and serves on prestigious medical committees πŸ‘©β€βš•οΈ. Her work significantly advances skin infection treatment and global dermatological science 🌍.

🌟 Professional Profile

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πŸŽ“ Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Dongmei Shi earned her doctoral degree in Dermatology and Venereology from the esteemed Fourth Military Medical University. Her academic foundation was built on rigorous training and a commitment to deepening her understanding of skin disorders and infections. From the outset, she demonstrated a keen interest in medical mycology and infection immunology, which laid the groundwork for her future innovations and research contributions.

πŸ’Ό Professional Endeavors

Currently serving as a Professor in the Department of Dermatology and the Medical Mycology Laboratory at Jining NO.1 People’s Hospital, Dr. Shi has built an impressive career. With years of clinical experience, she excels in diagnosing and treating a wide range of skin diseases. Her work merges clinical acumen with scientific inquiry, making her a pivotal figure in integrating patient care with research-driven solutions.

πŸ”¬ Contributions and Research Focus On ImmunologyΒ 

Dr. Shi’s research spans the taxonomy of medical fungi, the pathogenicity of fungal infections, and the immune responses triggered by skin pathogens. She has discovered novel fungal species and immune evasion pathways that pave the way for targeted antifungal drug development. Her innovation extends to clinical technologies, including a rapid fungal detection kit and novel treatment strategies using phototherapy and biologics, improving diagnostic precision and therapeutic outcomes.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Her findings have redefined aspects of fungal taxonomy and infection immunology, directly impacting clinical practices and theoretical knowledge in dermatology. Through her projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and provincial bodies, she has created platforms for translational research, driving both academic progress and patient care. Her rapid diagnostic tools and immunotherapy strategies are increasingly recognized in the medical community.

πŸ† Awards and Honors

Dr. Shi’s leadership and scholarly impact have earned her positions in multiple prestigious organizations. She is a Council Member of the Asia-Pacific Medical Mycology Society, Editorial Board Member of the Chinese Journal of Mycology, and Executive Committee Member in various national dermatological and medical mycology societies. These roles recognize her excellence and her influential voice in shaping dermatological science.

πŸ“ŠAcademic Citations

Dr. Shi has published numerous high-quality papers in top-tier dermatological and mycological journals, significantly contributing to the body of literature in her field. Her work on Candidalysin pathways, dendritic cell modulation, and immune response mechanics is frequently cited by peers, reflecting the global relevance and scientific rigor of her research.

πŸš€ Legacy and Future Contributions

Dr. Dongmei Shi stands as a beacon of innovation in dermatology, bridging research, clinical practice, and technology. Her future work aims to further unravel the complex interplay between fungal pathogens and immune responses, explore personalized immunotherapy, and advance standardization in dermatological diagnostics. As she continues to lead groundbreaking studies and mentor emerging scholars, her legacy is set to inspire generations of medical professionals. 🌱

πŸ“šPublications Top Notes

1️⃣ Photodynamic therapy combined with palliative resection and secondary healing for periocular basal cell carcinoma with inadequate surgical margins

πŸ‘©β€βš•οΈ Authors: X. Wang, T. Zhang, T. Li, Y. Song, D. Shi, Dongmei
πŸ—“οΈ Journal: Photodiagnosis and Photodynamic Therapy
πŸ“… Year: 2025
πŸ”¬ Type: Article

2️⃣ Successful management of recurrent cutaneous granulomas caused by Candida albicans using aminolevulinic acid photodynamic therapy post-surgery: A case report

πŸ‘©β€βš•οΈ Authors: L. Wang, Y. Feng, S. Wang, Z. Yang, D. Shi, Dongmei
πŸ—“οΈ Journal: Photodiagnosis and Photodynamic Therapy
πŸ“… Year: 2025
πŸ“ Type: Case Report

3️⃣ Immunoglobulin E, the potential accelerator of comorbid psoriasis and atherosclerosis

πŸ‘©β€βš•οΈ Authors: Y. Wang, D. Li, Z. Yan, D. Shi, Dongmei
πŸ”’ Citations: 1
πŸ§ͺ Type: Review

4️⃣ Fungal influence on immune cells and inflammatory responses in the tumor microenvironment (Review)

πŸ‘©β€βš•οΈ Authors: J. Zhang, Y. Feng, D. Li, D. Shi, Dongmei
🧬 Type: Review

5️⃣ Decoding the enigmatic role of T-cadherin in tumor angiogenesis

πŸ‘©β€βš•οΈ Authors: H. Xiong, D. Shi, Dongmei
🧠 Type: Review

6️⃣ Cardiovascular comorbidities among patients with psoriasis: a national register-based study in China

πŸ‘©β€βš•οΈ Authors: P. Cui, D. Li, L. Shi, R. Li, D. Shi, Dongmei
πŸ—“οΈ Journal: Scientific Reports
πŸ“… Year: 2024
πŸ”’ Citations: 2
πŸ“Š Type: Article

7️⃣ Galleria mellonella in vitro model for chromoblastomycosis shows large differences in virulence between isolates

πŸ‘©β€βš•οΈ Authors: D. Shi, Dongmei, Z. Yang, W. Liao, S. de Hoog, S. Deng
πŸ—“οΈ Journal: IMA Fungus
πŸ“… Year: 2024
πŸ”’ Citations: 2
🧫 Type: Article

8️⃣ Chinese expert consensus on management of antifungal-resistant dermatophytoses (2024 edition)

πŸ‘©β€βš•οΈ Authors: G. Liang, X. Li, R. Li, X. Kong, W. Liu
πŸ—“οΈ Journal: Mycoses
πŸ“… Year: 2024
πŸ“œ Type: Consensus Statement

Ekta Nagar | Immunology | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Ekta Nagar | Immunology | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Ekta Nagar, CSIR-Institue of Genomics and Integrative Biology, India.

Ekta Nagar is a dedicated research scholar at CSIR-Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology (IGIB), working under the mentorship of Dr. Naveen Arora. Her research focuses on immunotoxicology, particularly examining how diesel exhaust impacts lung health and immune responses. With multiple first-author publications in esteemed journals, she has presented her findings at international conferences, earning accolades like the UCB-ICAAI Young Scientist Award. Currently, she is pioneering nanoparticle-based immunotherapies for food allergies, showcasing her commitment to translational research. πŸ§ͺ🌍

🌟 Professional Profile

πŸŽ“ Early Academic Pursuits

Ekta Nagar’s academic foundation reflects unwavering dedication and excellence. She was the school topper and Gold Medalist in Class XII (90%) under the CBSE Board. Pursuing her passion for life sciences, she completed her B.Sc. in Zoology (Hons.) from Gargi College, University of Delhi, securing a commendable 73.43%. Her pursuit of deeper knowledge led her to obtain a Master’s in Biomedical Sciences from Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Center for Biomedical Research, University of Delhi. Currently, she is a Ph.D. scholar in Biological Sciences at the CSIR-Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology (IGIB), under the mentorship of Dr. Naveen Arora, with her pre-thesis submitted in March 2025. πŸ§¬πŸ“˜

πŸ’Ό Professional Endeavors

Ekta has carved a multifaceted professional path combining academic rigor and translational research. She currently serves as a Project Research Scientist-I for a project titled Development of Immunotherapeutic Regimen with Nanoparticle-Conjugated Food Allergen for Mitigation of Allergic Responses (2023-2026). Her professional engagements span immunology, respiratory inflammation, redox biology, and nanoparticle-mediated therapeutics, showcasing a robust interdisciplinary approach. βš—οΈπŸ§ͺ

πŸ”¬ Contributions and Research Focus On ImmunologyΒ 

With a strong inclination towards allergy and immunology, Ekta has explored cockroach allergen-induced inflammation, diesel exhaust-induced respiratory disorders, and the mechanistic pathways involving redox homeostasis, NF-κB, and mitochondrial dysfunction. Her research delves into the cellular and molecular mechanisms of lung injury, identifying potential therapeutic interventions involving antioxidants like glutathione and agents such as resveratrol. She has further explored immunotherapy using T-cell peptides and nano-conjugated allergens, contributing significantly to translational biomedical research. 🧫🧠

🌍 Impact and Influence

Ekta’s work on diesel exhaust exposure and respiratory impairment has garnered global attention. She has presented her findings at prestigious international conferences including the Keystone Symposia (USA), European Respiratory Society (Portugal), and EAACI (Spain), where she also received an international travel award. Her cutting-edge presentations have enriched global dialogues on environmental health and pediatric susceptibility to pollutants. 🌐🌱

πŸ† Awards and Honors

Ekta’s excellence is widely recognized:

  • SERB-DST Travel Grant Awardee, European College of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, Spain πŸ›«

  • UCB-ICAAI Young Scientist Award, ICAAI Conference, Delhi πŸ§ͺ

  • School Topper and Gold Medalist, Class XII CBSE πŸ₯‡

  • Vice President, Albatross Society, Gargi College 🌿

  • GATE Qualified, March 2021 πŸŽ“

πŸ“šΒ Academic Citations

Ekta has authored and co-authored over 10 high-impact publications, many as a contributing first author, in reputed journals such as Clinical and Experimental Immunology, Science of The Total Environment, Molecular Immunology, and Toxicology. Her contributions are frequently cited in the fields of immunotoxicology, environmental health, and molecular biology, underlining her growing scholarly influence. πŸ“–πŸ§Ύ

πŸš€ Legacy and Future Contributions

With a strong academic background, a record of impactful research, and international recognition, Ekta Nagar is poised to become a leading voice in environmental immunology and allergy research. Her ongoing focus on nanoparticle-based therapeutics, epigenetic regulators, and environmental impact on neonatal health highlights her commitment to solving real-world problems. Ekta aspires to bridge the gap between bench science and clinical applications, leaving a lasting legacy in respiratory and immunological health. πŸš€πŸŒŸ

πŸ“šPublications Top Notes

🧬 Per a 5-derived T-cell peptides modulate NF-κB signalling to ameliorate allergic inflammation systemically in murine model of cockroach allergic hyper-reactivity
Year: 2022
Citations: 5
Journal: Clinical and Experimental Immunology

πŸ§ͺ Resveratrol mitigates miR-212-3p mediated progression of diesel exhaust-induced pulmonary fibrosis by regulating SIRT1/FoxO3
Year: 2023
Citations: 3
Journal: Science of The Total Environment

🌫️ Diesel exhaust exposure impairs recovery of lung epithelial and cellular damage in murine model
Year: 2023
Citations: 2
Journal: Molecular Immunology

πŸ”₯ NLRP3/GSDMD mediated pyroptosis induces lung inflammation susceptibility in diesel exhaust exposed mouse strains
Year: 2024
Citations: 1
Journal: Gene

🫁 Cockroach allergen exposure alters redox homeostasis and mediates airway inflammation
Year: 2025
Journal: Respiratory Physiology and Neurobiology

πŸ›‘οΈ Glutathione Attenuates Diesel Exhaust-Induced Lung epithelial Injury via NF-ΞΊB/Nrf2/GPX-4 Mediated Ferroptosis
Year: 2025
Journal: Toxicology

πŸ”¬ Diesel Exhaust Promotes Mitochondrial Dysfunction via PINK/PARKIN-Dependent Mitophagy in Mice Lungs
Year: 2025
Citations: Under process
Journal: Under process

πŸ‘Ά Parental diesel exhaust exposure is associated with neonatal respiratory impairment and increased disease susceptibility
Year: 2025
Journal: Under process

🧠 Diesel exhaust exposure activates miR-133-3p involved in the hippo signalling with cancer pathway
Year: 2025
Journal: Environmental Molecular Mutagenesis

🌱 T-cell epitopes ameliorated the allergic response in kidney bean allergen mouse model and protects epithelial barrier
Year: 2025
Journal: Clinical and Experimental Immunology