Assoc. Prof. Dr. Doblin Sandai is a molecular medical mycologist at the Advanced Medical and Dental Institute, Universiti Sains Malaysia. His research focuses on fungal pathogenesis, stress adaptation, and antifungal resistance, particularly in Candida species. He has contributed significantly to understanding microbial biofilms, metabolic flexibility, and alternative antifungal strategies, including probiotics and nanotechnology. His work on mycotoxins and their role in cancer has been widely cited. Dr. Sandai has also explored natural bioactive compounds for medical applications. With numerous high-impact publications, he continues to advance precision antifungal therapies and molecular diagnostics in infectious diseases.

Research area: molecular medical mycology, fungal pathogenesis, host–pathogen interactions, antifungal resistance, cancer biology, tumor angiogenesis, natural product therapeutics, and translational biomedical research integrating multi-omics and precision diagnostics.

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Dr. Faruk Hossain is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at St. John’s University, USA, specializing in molecular biology and neuroscience. He teaches and supervises undergraduate laboratory courses, including microbiology, anatomy, and molecular biology, fostering hands-on scientific learning and critical thinking. His research focuses on RNA biology, alternative splicing, and redox mechanisms in neurodegenerative diseases. Dr. Hossain has contributed to diverse areas including diabetes epidemiology, oxidative stress, vaccine design, and cancer biomarkers. His work integrates molecular and computational approaches to advance understanding of disease mechanisms, particularly in neurological and metabolic disorders, supporting translational research and precision medicine initiatives.

Research area: Molecular Biology, RNA Biology, Alternative Splicing, Neuroscience, Redox Biology, Neurodegenerative Diseases, Cancer Biomarkers, Bioinformatics, Vaccine Design, Oxidative Stress

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Dr. Hiroyuki Nakai is a Professor of Molecular & Medical Genetics and Molecular Microbiology & Immunology at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), USA. His research focuses on gene therapy, particularly using adeno-associated viruses (AAV) for liver and cardiac gene transfer. He has contributed significantly to the development of AAV vectors, optimizing their use in gene therapy for various diseases, including hemophilia and hepatitis B. Dr. Nakai's work has led to breakthroughs in understanding viral vector biology and improving gene therapy efficiency. He holds several patents related to AAV vector technology and gene therapy innovations.

Research area: Molecular Microbiology & Immunology, Viral Pathogenesis, Therapeutic Gene Delivery, Clinical Genomics, Biomedical Engineering in Gene Therapy

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Dr. Kathy Lee Siepker is affiliated with the University of Texas at Arlington, USA, with research expertise in public health, aging, and population-based health systems. Her scholarly work focuses on health disparities, resilience, and healthcare accessibility among vulnerable populations, particularly older adults. She has contributed extensively to studies on epidemiology, community health interventions, and social determinants influencing disease outcomes. Dr. Siepker’s research offers valuable insights into the intersection of population health and infectious disease vulnerability, including implications highlighted during the COVID-19 pandemic. Her interdisciplinary approach supports advancements in public health microbiology, health equity, and evidence-based healthcare strategies.

Research Areas: Public Health Microbiology, Epidemiology, Infectious Disease Vulnerability, Health Disparities, Social Determinants of Health, Aging and Immunity, Community Health Interventions, COVID-19 and Population Health, Health Equity, Preventive Healthcare

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Dr. Marjan Ganjali Dashti is a researcher in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Texas at Dallas, USA, with expertise in microbiology, biotechnology, and food science. Her research focuses on microbial biofilms, pathogen genomics, and biotechnological applications of microorganisms in sustainable production systems. She has contributed significantly to studies on Salmonella enterica biofilm formation, microbial transcriptomics, and pathogen-associated infections, as well as microbial-driven biofuel and bioplastic production. Dr. Dashti’s interdisciplinary work bridges microbiology with nanotechnology, food safety, and industrial biotechnology, advancing innovations in microbial systems, public health, and sustainable bioprocessing.

Research Areas: Microbiology, Microbial Biofilms, Salmonella enterica, Microbial Genomics & Transcriptomics, Industrial Biotechnology, Biofuel Production, Bioplastics (PHB), Food Microbiology & Safety, Microbial Nanotechnology, Pathogen–Host Interactions

Dr. Md Fakruddin is an Associate Professor at the Department of Biochemistry & Microbiology, North South University, Dhaka, Bangladesh. His research spans hematopoiesis, stem cell biology, mitochondrial biology, tRNA modification, and microbiology. Dr. Fakruddin has made significant contributions to nanobiotechnology, biosurfactants, and alternative nucleic acid amplification methods. His work also includes antimicrobial and antioxidant activity studies of probiotics, along with predictive microbiology in food safety. With a focus on microbial community diversity and mitochondrial diseases, Dr. Fakruddin is dedicated to advancing our understanding of biotechnology's potential in medicine and environmental applications.