Dr. Sumaira Javaid is a strong candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. Her international exposure, innovative research, significant scholarly contributions, and mentorship abilities highlight her suitability for this award. Her work addresses critical issues in structural biology and enzyme inhibition, contributing to advancements in health and disease management, making her a well-rounded and deserving candidate.

  Education 

Sumaira Javaid’s academic journey is marked by excellence in biochemistry and chemistry. She earned her Ph.D. in Chemistry from the H.E.J. Research Institute of Chemistry at the University of Karachi in 2016. Her dissertation titled “Screening of Chemical Compounds (Secondary Metabolites and Heterocyclic Synthetic Compounds) for Their Anti-Angiogenic, Anti-Oxidant, and CNS Myelin Repair Activities” demonstrated her expertise in bio-organic chemistry. Sumaira also holds an M.Sc. in Biochemistry from the University of Karachi, where she secured second position in her department. Her master’s thesis explored the behavioral effects of starvation and restricted feeding in rats. Additionally, she completed her B.Sc. (Hons) with majors in Biochemistry, Chemistry, and Microbiology from the same institution. Sumaira’s passion for research led her to pursue a post-doctoral fellowship at the Institut de Pharmacologie et de Biologie Structurale in Toulouse, France, focusing on advanced biopharmacology and structural biology from 2017 to 2018.

  Experience 

Sumaira Javaid brings over a decade of diverse experience in academia and research. Since September 2019, she has been an Assistant Professor at the Dr. Punjwani Center for Molecular Medicine and Drug Research, University of Karachi. She previously served as a Research Officer at the same institution and completed a one-year post-doctoral fellowship at the Institut de Pharmacologie et de Biologie Structurale (IPBS), France. Her international exposure includes a visiting scientist role at Université Paul Sabatier in Toulouse and research fellowships at renowned institutes like the National Institute for Health and Medical Research, Paris. At the H.E.J. Research Institute, University of Karachi, she was a Senior Research Fellow and later a Junior Research Fellow, contributing to advanced studies in enzyme inhibition, biochemistry, and molecular research. Sumaira has also supervised several M.Phil. and Ph.D. students, guiding their research in cancer treatment, neurobiology, and microbial enzyme inhibition.

  Awards and Honors 

Sumaira Javaid has been recognized for her outstanding contributions to research with several prestigious awards. She was awarded a Post-Doctoral Fellowship in France (2017-2018) under the Faculty Development Program, providing her the opportunity to further her studies at the Institut de Pharmacologie et de Biologie Structurale (IPBS). In 2012, she received the H.E.C. & French Embassy Split PhD and Post-Doctoral Fellowship Program award, which supported her advanced research in France and Pakistan. Throughout her academic career, Sumaira has also been acknowledged for her academic merit, having received a Merit-cum-Need Scholarship in 2005 during her undergraduate studies. Her work has been consistently recognized for its scientific impact, and she continues to be a leading figure in molecular and structural biology research. These accolades are a testament to her dedication, excellence, and influence in the field of bio-organic chemistry.

  Research Focus 

Sumaira Javaid’s research focuses on bio-organic chemistry and molecular biology, with particular expertise in enzyme inhibition, biopharmaceuticals, and structural biology. Her Ph.D. research centered on exploring the anti-angiogenic, antioxidant, and myelin repair properties of secondary metabolites and synthetic compounds. She has a strong background in biomolecular NMR spectroscopy, protein purification, and enzyme inhibition assays. Sumaira’s research seeks to understand complex biochemical pathways, especially in the context of cancer treatment, neurodegenerative diseases, and infectious diseases. Her recent work has included biophysical methods to identify enzyme inhibitors that have potential therapeutic applications, particularly in treating neurological diseases and microbial infections. She has also contributed significantly to cell culturing techniques, immunohistochemistry, and immunocytochemistry. Sumaira’s collaborative projects with international institutions have expanded her research into structural biology and pharmacology, enhancing her contributions to drug discovery and molecular medicine.

  Publication Top Notes

• Title: Unexpected central role of the androgen receptor in the spontaneous regeneration of myelin

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• Title: Zwitterionic pyrimidinium adducts as antioxidants with therapeutic potential as nitric oxide scavenger

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• Title: Synthesis, molecular docking and xanthine oxidase inhibitory activity of 5-aryl-1H-tetrazoles

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• Title: Synthesis and urease inhibitory activities of benzophenone semicarbazones/thiosemicarbazones

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• Title: 2-Arylquinazolin-4(3H)-ones: A novel class of thymidine phosphorylase inhibitors

  Cited by: 16