Kwangsuk Lim | Biopharmaceuticals | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Kwangsuk Lim | Biopharmaceuticals | Best Researcher Award

Asoociate Professor at Kangwon National University | South Korea

Prof. Kwang Suk Lim, Ph.D., is an accomplished Associate Professor in the Department of Biotechnology and Bioengineering at Kangwon National University, South Korea, whose research spans biotechnology, nanomedicine, and bioengineering with a strong focus on cancer immunotherapy, targeted drug delivery, and biopolymer applications. His work emphasizes the development of recombinant fusion proteins, nanocomplexes, and chimeric antigen receptor (CAR)-based strategies for enhancing immune-cell therapeutics. He has also contributed to advancing chemo-immunotherapy platforms, surface-engineered natural killer (NK) cells, and the application of metal–organic frameworks for microplastic degradation and environmental protection. Dr. Lim’s interdisciplinary research has been published in high-impact journals such as Pharmaceutics, Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy, and Environmental Pollution, reflecting his leadership in translational biomedical innovation. His scientific record includes 25 Scopus-indexed publications with 260 citations by 251 documents and an h-index of 9, alongside multiple Korean and international patents in biomaterials, recombinant protein therapeutics, and drug delivery technologies. He has been recognized with several honors, including the Kangwon National University Teaching Award and the Bioengineering Researcher Award, underscoring his excellence in both academic and research achievements.

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Featured Publications

Lim, S. Y., Kim, Y., Han, S., Kim, H.-O., Ha, S.-J., Park, J.-A., Yun, J., Chae, S., Won, Y.-W., & Lim, K. S. (2025). CliCAR: A non-genetic CAR engineering strategy to empower NK cells for targeted cancer immunotherapy. Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy, 193, 118691.

Kim, Y., Kwak, J., Lim, M., Lim, S. Y., Chae, S., Ha, S.-J., Won, Y.-W., Kim, H.-O., & Lim, K. S. (2025). Advances in PCL, PLA, and PLGA-based technologies for anticancer drug delivery. Pharmaceutics, 17, 1354.

Lim, S. Y., Kim, Y., Kim, H., Han, S., Yun, J., Kim, H.-O., Ha, S.-J., Chae, S., Won, Y.-W., & Lim, K. S. (2025). Surface engineering of natural killer cells with lipid-based antibody capture platform for targeted chemoimmunotherapy. Pharmaceutics, 17(10), 1285.

Kim, Y., Lim, S. Y., Kim, H.-O., Ha, S.-J., Park, J.-A., Won, Y.-W., Chae, S., & Lim, K. S. (2025). Combination strategies with HSP90 inhibitors in cancer therapy: Mechanisms, challenges, and future perspectives. Pharmaceuticals, 18(8), 1083.

Lim, S. Y., Han, S., Kim, Y., Kim, H., Kim, Y., Park, J.-A., Yun, J., Yong, S.-B., Won, Y.-W., & Lim, K. S. (2025). Advanced breast cancer immunotherapy: Surface modification of NK cells for embedding antibody-drug conjugates. Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy, 189, 118245.

Pınar Karagül | Biopharmaceuticals | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Pınar Karagül | Biopharmaceuticals | Best Researcher Award

Research Assistant at Faculty of Arts and Sciences | Department of Chemistry | Duzce University | Turkey

 

Dr. Pınar Karagül is a Research Assistant and PhD holder in Chemistry at Duzce University, Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Department of Chemistry, whose academic journey has been shaped by her dedication to natural product chemistry, antimicrobial activity, and the development of sustainable biocompatible encapsulation systems for improved bioavailability. Her educational background, culminating in a doctorate in Chemistry, provides her with a strong foundation in analytical techniques such as HPLC, LC-MS-MS, and NMR, which she applies to the study of bioactive compounds derived from medicinal plants and industrial by-products. Professionally, Dr. Karagül has contributed extensively through her role as researcher, supervisor, and principal investigator in multiple TÜBİTAK-funded projects, ranging from the synthesis of novel boron-containing ionic liquids to innovative applications in food safety, wound healing, and smart packaging technologies. Her research interests span natural product extraction, encapsulation technologies, antioxidant and antimicrobial evaluations, boron-based compounds, and the development of eco-friendly biomedical and industrial applications. Demonstrating versatile research skills, she has led or participated in projects on resveratrol encapsulation from grape pomace, development of antimicrobial capsules, biodegradable wound healing creams, herbal formulations, and fire-resistant wood composites, integrating chemistry with microbiology and biotechnology to address both health and environmental challenges. Her publications include contributions to high-impact journals such as the Pharmaceutical Chemistry Journal and the Microchemical Journal, where she has co-authored works on amino acid-silver complexes synthesized by green chemistry and on advanced HPLC-based analysis of propolis products. As a member of the Chemists Association, she remains actively engaged in professional collaborations and knowledge-sharing platforms. While her citation index currently records 4 citations with 2 documents and an h-index of 2, her growing body of work indicates significant future impact as her research continues to expand in scope and recognition (Citations by 4 documents). Her awards and honors include recognition through research scholarships and project leadership under competitive TÜBİTAK programs, reflecting both her scientific rigor and her innovative capacity. In conclusion, Dr. Pınar Karagül represents a dynamic and promising researcher whose academic and professional contributions bridge chemistry, biotechnology, and sustainability, making her a strong candidate for recognition as a leading figure in advancing natural product-based health, food, and environmental solutions.

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Featured Publications

Dönmez, P. G. M., Karadeniz, Ş., Yoldaş, T., Aydın, G., & Karagül, P. (2020). Comparison of chemical contents of extracts in different solvents of propolis samples produced in Duzce Province. International Journal of Traditional and Complementary Medicine Research, 1(12).

Karagul, B., Ugras, S., Karagul, P., Usta, M., & Ugras, H. İ. (2024). Analysis and evaluation of quality parameters of commercial propolis products using a new high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) method and comparison of antimicrobial properties. Microchemical Journal, 204, 111023.

Ugras, S., Karagul, P., Rasgele, P. G., Yoldas, P. A., Karagul, B., & Ugras, H. İ. (2024). Using amino acid–silver complexes synthesized by green synthesis to develop a new antimicrobial agent. Pharmaceutical Chemistry Journal, 57(11), 1745–1753.

Aydın, P., Karagül, B., Karadeniz, S., & Uğraş, H. İ. (2018). Bazı aminoasit gümüş tuzlarının sentezi ve karakterizasyonu [Synthesis and characterization of some amino acid silver salts]. İleri Teknoloji Bilimleri Dergisi, 7(2), 36–46.

Düvenci, E. S., Karagül, P., & Karagül, B. (2025). Effect of encapsulation on the amount of HMF in honey. MAS Journal of Applied Sciences, 10(1), 63–71.

Karagül, P. (2024). Alıç meyvesi ve yaprağı (Crataegus spp.): Hipertansiyona karşı tedavi edici potansiyeli üzerine bir inceleme [Hawthorn fruit and leaf (Crataegus spp.): A review on therapeutic potential against hypertension]. Düzce Üniversitesi Süs ve Tıbbi Bitkiler Botanik Bahçesi Dergisi, 3(2), 1–12.