Roberto Giovanni Carbone | Microbiology | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Roberto Giovanni Carbone | Microbiology | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Dr. Roberto Giovanni Carbone | Microbiology | Professor at University of Genoa | Italy

Prof. Dr. Roberto Giovanni Carbone is an internationally recognized physician-scientist and academic leader whose career is distinguished by sustained excellence in respiratory medicine, interstitial lung disease, pulmonary hypertension, and lung transplantation, with a strong foundation in clinical science and translational research. Prof. Dr. Roberto Giovanni Carbone received his medical degree from the University of Genoa and completed advanced specialist training in respiratory diseases and respiratory pathophysiology, complemented by a Master’s degree in respiratory medicine at the Royal Brompton Hospital in the United Kingdom and additional postgraduate training programs in pulmonary hypertension, bronchial asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and interstitial lung diseases at leading institutions in the United States and Europe, reflecting a broad and rigorous educational background. He currently serves as Professor of Medicine at the University of Genoa School of Medicine and as a senior consultant specializing in interstitial lung disease and pulmonary hypertension, where he has held key academic, clinical, and leadership roles, contributing to patient-centered care, postgraduate medical education, and institutional development. Prof. Dr. Roberto Giovanni Carbone’s research interests focus on idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, pulmonary hypertension, lung transplantation, connective tissue disease–associated lung disorders, sarcoidosis, systemic scleroderma, and advanced diagnostic and therapeutic strategies in respiratory medicine, supported by strong research skills in clinical trial design, translational research, imaging interpretation, multidisciplinary care models, and evidence-based guideline development.

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Hiba Akram | Microbiology | Young Scientist Award

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Mrs. Hiba Akram | Microbiology | Young Scientist Award

Senior Lecturer | Shalamar Institute of Health Sciences | Pakistan

Mrs. Hiba Akram is a dedicated researcher and Senior Lecturer in Medical Laboratory Technology whose work spans microbiology, infectious diseases, biotechnology, nutrigenomics, and precision medicine. Her academic and scientific journey reflects a deep commitment to advancing laboratory sciences through high-quality research, evidence-based practice, and innovation in clinical diagnostics. She has contributed to impactful projects exploring enzyme technology, antibiotic resistance, microbial behavior under stress conditions, nutrigenomic interactions in obesity, and cytomorphological patterns in endocrine disorders. Her completed work includes investigations on nano-coupled thermostable enzymes, plasmid elimination dynamics, and diagnostic cytology, while her ongoing studies address public health challenges such as obesity trends, burn wound microbiology, and hygiene-associated infections. Mrs. Hiba Akram has published research in reputable national and international journals and has authored a chapter in a scientific book, further strengthening her growing academic footprint. Her collaborative engagements with leading academic and healthcare institutions support multidisciplinary research, curriculum enhancement, and student mentorship, and she actively participates in international conferences to disseminate findings and expand scientific dialogue. Her research interests continue to evolve toward the intersection of microbiology, biotechnology, and personalized health, integrating genomic and microbial insights to improve clinical outcomes. Through her contributions to teaching, scholarly writing, and innovative research, she remains committed to shaping the future of Medical Laboratory Technology and advancing scientific understanding in fields critical to public health and biomedical science.

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Featured Publications

Gohar, U. F., Shah, Z., Sarwar, J., Akram, H., & Mukhtar, H. (2021). Recent advances in biotechnology in animal health. Veterinary Pathobiology and Public Health, Unique Scientific Publishers, 7.

Farzand, A., Rohin, M. A. K., Awan, S. J., Ahmad, A. M. R., Akram, H., Saleem, T., … (2025). Nutrigenomics of obesity: Integrating genomics, epigenetics, and diet–microbiome interactions for precision nutrition. Life, 15(11), 1658.

Naseer, M. U., Bilal, M., Sonum, S., Kaleem, M., Akram, H., Altaf, Y., Rafeeq, A., … (2025). Cytomorphological spectrum of thyroid nodules diagnosed by fine-needle aspiration cytology in a tertiary care center. Insights – Journal of Life and Social Sciences, 3(3), 180–188.

Akram, H., Shahid, S., Bukhari, H., Iqbal, K., & Asif, M. (2022). Impact of antibiotic withdrawal and starvation conditions on plasmid elimination and consequent loss of resistance. JPMA: The Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association, 72(6), 1053–1056.