Shama Mujawar | Bioinformatics | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Shama Mujawar | Bioinformatics | Young Scientist Award

Dr. Shama Mujawar, MIT Art, Design Technology University, India.

Dr. Shama Mujawar is a distinguished researcher in Bioinformatics, with over 11.5 years of expertise in genomics, computational biology, and drug design. She holds a Ph.D. from Sunway University, Malaysia, and has contributed extensively to antimicrobial resistance and precision medicine research. Dr. Mujawar has authored multiple peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and has received accolades including the InSc Research Excellence Award. She is also a recognized Ph.D. guide, editor, and active member of several scientific committees and international advisory boards.

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Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Shama Mujawar embarked on her academic journey with a B.Sc. in Biotechnology from Solapur University (2011), where she laid a solid foundation in molecular biology, immunology, and bioinformatics. She followed this with an M.Sc. in Bioinformatics (2013), achieving First Class with Distinction, and delved deeper into computational biology, structural biology, and programming. Her academic dedication culminated in a Ph.D. in Bioinformatics from Sunway University, Malaysia (2019), where she specialized in developing novel health interventions against multidrug-resistant bacteria, particularly focusing on genome analysis and antimicrobial resistance.

Professional Endeavors

Dr. Mujawar’s professional trajectory reflects an impressive mix of academic, research, and industry roles. She currently serves as an Assistant Professor at MIT ADT University, Pune, and has held similar roles at Dr. D.Y. Patil Biotechnology and Bioinformatics Institute and D.B.F. Dayanand College. Her research experience includes a significant tenure as a Research Associate in the SUNWAY-LANCASTER University Collaborative Project in Malaysia and earlier as an Application Scientist at RASA Life Science Informatics. Her global exposure and practical knowledge distinguish her as a seasoned educator and researcher in the bioinformatics domain.

Contributions and Research Focus On Bioinformatics 

Dr. Mujawar’s research contributions are wide-ranging and impactful. Her primary research revolves around genome analysis, computational drug design, and bioinformatics approaches to antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Her Ph.D. thesis laid the groundwork for identifying novel protein targets in AMR pathogens, and she continues to advance this research by analyzing expression patterns in prevalent bacterial strains. She has co-authored numerous book chapters on topics such as computational neuropharmacology, epigenetics in cystic fibrosis, and AI in bioinformatics, contributing significantly to the academic literature.

Impact and Influence

With more than 11.5 years of research experience, Dr. Mujawar has influenced the field of bioinformatics and precision medicine through her high-impact publications, conference presentations, and faculty development engagements. Her work in disease trigger prediction models, single-cell transcriptomics, and molecular interaction studies has found applications in epilepsy diagnosis, cancer biology, and infectious diseases. She is a recognized Ph.D. guide, a mentor to aspiring scholars, and a committed contributor to capacity building in biosciences.

Research Skills

Dr. Mujawar possesses an extensive array of technical and computational research skills. She is proficient in molecular docking (Schrodinger, Autodock), molecular dynamics (GROMACS, MOE), NGS data analysis (Galaxy, IGV), and network biology tools (STRING, Cytoscape). Her expertise spans gene expression profiling, structure-based drug design, computational simulations, and bioinformatics pipeline development, making her a versatile and valuable asset in both academic and translational research domains.

Awards and Honors

Dr. Mujawar has been widely recognized for her excellence. She received the InSc Research Excellence Award (2021) and was listed among the Top 50 Expert Faculties in Biotechnology Engineering (2020) by uLektz Learning. Notably, she was awarded a full scholarship for her Ph.D. and secured a Lancaster University travel grant. Her earlier accolades include Young Scientist Award and multiple Best Presentation and Trainer awards, reflecting her consistent performance and dedication.

Academic Cites and Editorial Roles

Dr. Mujawar holds esteemed editorial and reviewer positions. She is a book editor at Bentham Science Publishers, assistant editor at International Journal of Applied Chemical and Biological Sciences, and a reviewer for Computational Biology and Bioinformatics (Science Publishing Group). Her citations and contributions to peer-reviewed journals like Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology, Computational Biology and Chemistry, and Genomics & Informatics demonstrate her academic visibility and scientific rigor.

Legacy and Future Contributions

Dr. Shama Mujawar’s legacy is grounded in her dedication to bioinformatics education, research, and innovation. Her continuing contributions aim to bridge the gap between computational biology and real-world healthcare applications, particularly in epilepsy, antimicrobial resistance, and cancer. Her future work is set to explore next-generation drug targets, develop precision diagnostic tools, and mentor the next generation of interdisciplinary researchers. Her commitment to scientific excellence and knowledge dissemination ensures that her influence will resonate across global biomedical research communities.

Publications Top Notes

  • Advance precision medicine to combat colorectal cancer
    Book Chapter | Colorectal Cancer, Academic Press, 2024
    Authors: Mujawar, S. et al.

  • Optimization and Artificial Intelligence in Bioinformatics and Chemoinformatics
    Journal Article | Artificial Intelligence in Bioinformatics and Chemoinformatics, 2023
    Author: Shama Mujawar

  • Bridging Bioinformatics and Chemoinformatics Approaches in Public Databases
    Book Chapter | Artificial Intelligence in Bioinformatics and Chemoinformatics, CRC Press, 2023
    Authors: Mujawar, S., Joshi, M., Deshpande, A., Gherkar, A., Kolhe, S., & Prajapati, B. G.

  • COVID-19 progression towards ARDS: a genome-wide study reveals host factors underlying critical COVID-19
    Journal Article | Genomics & Informatics, 2023
    Authors: Mujawar, S., Patil, G., Suthar, S., Shendkar, T., & Gangadhar, V.

  • Design and In-silico Screening of Short Antimicrobial Peptides (AMPs) as Anti-Tubercular Agents Targeting INHA
    Journal Article | Current Bioinformatics, 2023
    Authors: Mehta, K., Vyas, P., Mujawar, S., Hazam, P. K., & Vyas, A.

  • Introduction to Human-Machine Interface
    Journal Article | Human-Machine Interface: Making Healthcare Digital, 2023
    Author: Shama Mujawar

  • Nanozymes: A Potent and Powerful Peroxidase Substitute to Treat Tumour Hypoxia
    Book Chapter | Smart Nanomaterials Targeting Pathological Hypoxia, 2023
    Author: Shama Mujawar

  • Optimization and Quantification of Uncertainty in Machine Learning
    Book Chapter | Artificial Intelligence in Bioinformatics and Chemoinformatics, 2023
    Authors: Mujawar, S., Tikhe, A., & Prajapati, B. G.

  • Role of Antimicrobial Peptides in Treatment and Prevention of Mycobacterium Tuberculosis: A Review
    Journal Article | International Journal of Peptide Research and Therapeutics, 2022
    Authors: Mehta, K., Sharma, P., Mujawar, S., & Vyas, A.
    DOI: 10.1007/s10989-022-10435-9

  • Strategic Role Players of Important Antimicrobial-Resistant Pathogens
    Journal Article | Antimicrobial Resistance—A One Health Perspective, 2021
    Author: Shama Mujawar

  • Strategic Role Players of Important Antimicrobial-Resistant Pathogens
    Book Chapter | Antimicrobial Resistance—A One Health Perspective, 2020
    Author: Shama Mujawar

  • Variant Analysis from Bacterial Isolates Affirms DnaK Crucial for Multidrug Resistance
    Book Chapter | Lecture Notes in Computer Science (LNCS), Springer, 2020
    Authors: Mujawar, S., Abd El-Aal, A. A. A., & Lahiri, C.
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-45385-5_22

  • A Decade of Sustained Selection Pressure on Two Surface Sites of the VP1 Protein of Enterovirus A71…
    Journal Article | Scientific Reports, 2019
    Author: Shama Mujawar
    DOI: 10.1038/s41598-019-41662-8

  • Delineating the Plausible Molecular Vaccine Candidates and Drug Targets of Multidrug-Resistant Acinetobacter baumannii
    Journal Article | Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology, 2019
    Authors: Mujawar, S., Mishra, R., Pawar, S., Gatherer, D., & Lahiri, C.
    DOI: 10.3389/fcimb.2019.00203

  • A Side-Effect Free Method for Identifying Cancer Drug Targets
    Journal Article | Scientific Reports, 2018
    Author: Shama Mujawar
    DOI: 10.1038/s41598-018-25042-2

  • In Silico Identification of the Indispensable Quorum Sensing Proteins of Multidrug-Resistant Proteus mirabilis
    Journal Article | Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology, 2018
    Author: Shama Mujawar
    DOI: 10.3389/fcimb.2018.00269

  • Paradigm Shift in Drug Re-Purposing from Phenalenone to Phenaleno-Furanone…
    Journal Article | Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology, 2018
    Author: Shama Mujawar
    DOI: 10.3389/fcimb.2018.00402

  • Exploring the Pre-Erythrocytic Stage of the Malaria Parasite…
    Journal Article | International Journal for Computational Biology (IJCB), 2016
    Author: Shama Mujawar

Juan Jimenez | Bioinformatics | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Juan Jimenez | Bioinformatics | Best Researcher Award 

Prof. Juan Jimenez, Universidad Pablo de Olavide, Spain.

🔬 Juan Jiménez Martínez is a Full Professor of Genetics at Universidad Pablo de Olavide, Spain. With a PhD from Universidad de Sevilla and over 35 years of research leadership, he has published in top-tier journals like Cell and Nature. 🧬 He’s supervised 17 PhD theses, holds 42 Q1 publications, and an h-index of 31. 🌟 His innovations include patented biotechnologies and award-winning sulphite-free wines 🍷, blending science and entrepreneurship seamlessly. 💡

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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Jiménez commenced his professional career with prestigious postdoctoral training at ICRF, London, and Oxford University, in the lab of Nobel Laureate Paul Nurse. He secured EMBO, Fleming, and EU Fellowships, and the International Cephalosporin Junior Research Fellowship at Linacre College, Oxford. Since 1989, he has led over 35 years of research as a Full Professor at universities in Málaga and Seville and at the Centro Andaluz de Biología del Desarrollo (CABD). 📘🔬

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus On Bioinformatics

Prof. Jiménez specializes in cell cycle regulation using yeast as a model eukaryotic system. His laboratory explores gene regulation mechanisms and small protein-coding sequences through bioinformatics and experimental biology. Notably, he was among the first Andalusian researchers to publish in Cell as Principal Investigator. His group has made key discoveries in mitotic spindle disassembly, cytokinesis, and chromatin modulation. 🧬🧪

🌍 Impact and Influence

Jiménez has mentored 17 Ph.D. students, with 4 receiving extraordinary thesis prizes, and led multiple national and international projects, including possibly Andalusia’s first EU-coordinated project. His interdisciplinary influence bridges genetics, systems biology, and biotechnology. 🌐📚

🧠 Research Skills

Prof. Jiménez is adept in:

  • Molecular Genetics and Functional Genomics

  • Cellular and Systems Biology of Yeast

  • Computational Biology for small ORF identification

  • Patent development and biotechnological applications, including additive-free wine fermentation techniques 🍷🧫

🏅 Awards and Honors

  • Best Doctoral Thesis Award, Seville City Council

  • International Cephalosporin Fellowship, Oxford

  • 1st Prize in Spin-Off Competition (Biotech) for developing sulfite-free wines

  • Featured/Recommended articles in Faculty of 1000, Editor’s Choice, and Featured Article in Cell Reports 🌟🏅

🏛️ Legacy and Future Contributions

A founding figure in Andalusian molecular biology, Jiménez has shaped not only academic research but also institutional frameworks, serving as Vice President for Research, Rector, and Co-founder of CABD. He remains active in mentoring, journal reviewing, and expanding genome exploration tools like AnABlast. His legacy lies in both his innovative discoveries and his commitment to scientific leadership and mentorship. 🔭👨‍🏫

Publications Top Notes

🧬 Ltc1 localization by EMC regulates cell membrane fluidity to facilitate membrane protein biogenesis
📰 iScience | 📅 2025 | 🔢 1 citation
🧪 Theme: Membrane protein dynamics and biogenesis

🧫 BiFCo: visualizing cohesin assembly/disassembly cycle in living cells
📰 Life Science Alliance | 📅 2023 | 🔢 2 citations
🔍 Insight: Cohesin behavior during cell cycle

🍷 Sexually-Driven Combinatorial Diversity in Native Saccharomyces Wine Yeasts
📰 Fermentation | 📅 2022 | 🔢 3 citations
🍇 Study: Genetic diversity in wine yeasts

❓ Protein-coding tRNA sequences?
📰 Gene | 📅 2022 | 🔢 2 citations
💡 Question: Potential coding capacity of tRNAs

📊 Assessment of selection pressure exerted on genes from complete pangenomes helps to improve the accuracy in the prediction of new genes
📰 Briefings in Bioinformatics | 📅 2022 | 🔢 2 citations
🧠 Focus: Pangenomics and gene prediction