Prof. Tuoyu Geng | Poultry Science | Best Researcher Award

Yangzhou University | China

Tuoyu (Leo) Geng is a distinguished Professor at the College of Animal Science and Technology, Yangzhou University, with extensive expertise in animal genetics, genomics, and epigenetics. He earned his Ph.D. in Animal Genetics and Genomics from Virginia Tech, USA, following an M.S. and B.S. in Animal Breeding and Genetics from Yangzhou University. Over his career, he has held research and teaching positions across prestigious institutions, including postdoctoral fellowships at Duke University, University of Virginia, and the Medical University of South Carolina. His research focuses on animal genomics, epigenetic regulation, and molecular mechanisms underlying growth, reproduction, and disease resistance in livestock. With over 1423 citations, an h-index of 21, and numerous scholarly publications, Professor Geng has significantly contributed to advancing knowledge in comparative genomics and animal breeding. He has also played a pivotal role in mentoring graduate students and fostering interdisciplinary research collaborations. Recognized for his outstanding research, he has received multiple awards and honors from national and international academic bodies. Professor Geng continues to drive innovation in animal genomics, integrating molecular biology, bioinformatics, and applied breeding strategies to enhance livestock productivity and sustainability.

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Featured Publications

Screening of polymorphic loci in candidate genes for colobomus eyelid and their application in phenotypic purification of geese. (2025). Poultry Science, 104(…), ….

Glucose deposited during goose fatty liver formation inhibits inflammation in goose fatty liver by reducing the interaction between PKA and IκB. (2025). Poultry Science, 104(…), ….

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in poultry: Risk factors, mechanism of development, and emerging strategies. (2025). Poultry Science, 104(…), ….

PRIAM1 participates in the inhibition of inflammation and acetylcholinesterase activity in goose fatty liver formation. (2025). Poultry Science, 104(…), ….

Combined genomic and transcriptomic screening of candidate genes for asymmetric oviduct development in hens. (2025). Agriculture (Switzerland), 104(…), ….

Effects of diets with different protein levels on growth and development and intestinal health of Nongda 6 commercial laying hens during growing period. (2025). Chinese Journal of Animal Nutrition, 104(…), ….

PGC-1α promotes mitochondrial biosynthesis and energy metabolism of goose fatty liver. (2025). Poultry Science, 104(…), ….

Dr. Mona Rady | Education and Research | Best Researcher Award

German University in Cairo (GUC) and German International University (GIU) | Egypt

Dr. Mona Rady, PhD, is a Lecturer in Microbiology, Immunology, and Biotechnology at the German University in Cairo (GUC) and the German International University (GIU), with over 19 years of teaching and research experience. She earned her PhD in Microbiology and Immunology from GUC in 2014, following an MSc in Pharmacology and Toxicology (2009) and a BSc in Pharmaceutical Sciences from Ain Shams University (2002). She recently completed an MSc in Public Health at the University of South Wales, UK (2023). Her research interests focus on cancer immunology, natural killer (NK) cell epitranscriptomics, immune modulation, immunotherapy, microbiome–immune interactions, and RNA modifications such as m6A. She has supervised numerous PhD, MSc, and BSc theses, and her publication record reflects impactful contributions to NK cell biology and cancer immunology, with 7 documents, 179 citations, and an h-index of 7 on Google Scholar. Dr. Rady has received prestigious grants and fellowships including GERF-STDF, ASRT-BA, DAAD-GERSS, and Nature Publishing Group awards. She also serves as reviewer for journals such as Frontiers in Oncology and Immunology and Cell Biology. Through her multidisciplinary expertise, leadership in curriculum development, and international collaborations, Dr. Rady has established herself as a dedicated scientist advancing immunological research and education.

Featured Publications

“Ginkgo biloba extract (EGb 761) mitigates methotrexate-induced testicular insult in rats: Targeting oxidative stress, energy deficit and spermatogenesis”

“The role of protein interaction domains in the human cancer network”

“Impact of N6-methyladenosine (m6A) modification on immunity”

“Pioglitazone attenuates lipopolysaccharide-induced oxidative stress, dopaminergic neuronal loss and neurobehavioral impairment by activating Nrf2/ARE/HO-1”

“Expression of RFC/SLC19A1 is associated with tumor type in bladder cancer patients”

“Altered expression of miR-181a and miR-146a does not change the expression of surface NCRs in human NK cells”

“Extracellular vesicles: from intracellular trafficking molecules to fully fortified delivery vehicles for cancer therapeutics”