Bionanotechnology, Drug Delivery, Therapeutics | online ISSN 3064-7789
Editorial Structure
Editors & Editorial Board
All submissions to Biosensors and Nanotheranostics are initially evaluated by the Editor-in-Chief. If they align with the journal’s scope and quality standards, they are then sent for peer review, with input from the Editorial Board, which consists of experts in relevant fields. Editorial Fellows assist with content creation, editing, research, and administrative tasks while gaining experience and contributing to the editorial process. Section Editors handle submissions and reviews related to specific areas within the journal, while Associate Editors oversee the peer review process across various sections and make publication recommendations. The final decision on publication is made by the Editor-in-Chief.
Editor-in-chief
Giner Inc, United States
Dr. Muhit Rana is a Principal Scientist in the R&D department at Giner, Inc., where he pioneers cutting-edge research in biosensors, nucleic acid nanotechnology, and point-of-care diagnostics. Holding a Ph.D., Dr. Rana is recognized for his expertise in developing innovative tools for biomarker detection, particularly in the realm of liquid biopsy and theranostics. His work is critical in advancing non-invasive cancer diagnostics and enabling rapid, multiplexed detection of disease biomarkers through nanotechnology.
Dr. Rana’s influential publications include high-impact studies on DNA-capped gold nanoparticles as peroxidase mimics, simultaneous detection of cancer-related oncomiRs using nanographene oxide, and the development of universal sensor arrays for selective identification using two-dimensional nanoparticles. His research contributions, frequently cited in the scientific community, demonstrate a profound commitment to improving diagnostic sensitivity and specificity across various platforms.
With a robust portfolio of articles in leading journals such as Analytical Chemistry, ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, and Chemical Science, Dr. Rana's innovative approaches are at the forefront of diagnostic technology. His recent work on the visual detection of opioid metabolites in wastewater and the specific detection of oxytocin in saliva exemplifies his dedication to addressing critical challenges in healthcare and environmental monitoring.
Executive Editors
Rajshahi University, Bangladesh
Dr. Md. Shariful Islam is a Professor in the Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences at Rajshahi University, specializing in nanotechnology, materials science, tissue engineering, biomedical engineering, and poultry science. His research focuses on the synthesis and characterization of nanoparticles, nanocomposites, and biomaterials for photocatalytic, antimicrobial, and anticancer applications. He has developed advanced TiO2, Fe2O3, and gold-based nanostructures for tissue engineering, hyperthermia therapy, and sustainable poultry production. Dr. Islam integrates bioengineering, nanomaterials, and veterinary sciences to advance biomedical applications, improve animal health, and promote antibiotic-free poultry systems, bridging fundamental science with translational innovations.
Keywords: nanotechnology, materials science, tissue engineering, biomedical engineering, poultry science, nanoparticles, nanocomposites, photocatalysis, hyperthermia therapy, antimicrobial activity.
Giner Inc, United States
Associate Editors and Section Editors
Erik E. Augspurger, MD
Albany Medical College, United States
Albany Medical College, United States
Erik E. Augspurger is a Research Assistant at The RNA Institute, University at Albany, and Albany Medical College’s Sports Medicine Department, specializing in nano-bio medicine, DNA nanotechnology, and sports science. His research focuses on nucleic acid-based biosensing using hybridization chain reactions, molecular logic gates, and programmable nanoprobes for chemical and biological detection. He also investigates musculoskeletal development, neurocognitive assessment, and neck strength in youth athletes across sports disciplines. By integrating DNA nanotechnology, bioengineering, and applied sports medicine, Augspurger advances precision diagnostics, molecular sensing strategies, and evidence-based approaches to athlete health, performance, and injury prevention.
Keywords: nano-bio medicine, DNA nanotechnology, hybridization chain reaction, molecular logic gates, biosensing, programmable nanoprobes, sports medicine, youth athletes, neurocognitive assessment, musculoskeletal development.
Md Nurunnabi, Ph.D.
University of Mississippi, United States
Dr. Md Nurunnabi is a bioengineering researcher with appointments at UM, UTEP, Harvard, and KNUT, specializing in drug delivery, biomaterials, and nanomedicine. His work focuses on developing graphene- and quantum dot-based nanocarriers, hyaluronic acid nanogels, and mucoadhesive systems for targeted cancer therapy, photodynamic therapy, and controlled drug release. He integrates nanomaterials, polymeric modification, and biosensing for diagnostic and therapeutic applications, emphasizing biocompatibility and in vivo efficacy. Dr. Nurunnabi’s research advances precision medicine through innovative biomaterials and delivery platforms, combining bioengineering, nanotechnology, and pharmacology to enhance disease treatment and biomedical imaging strategies.
Keywords: bioengineering, drug delivery, biomaterials, graphene nanoparticles, quantum dots, nanogels, photodynamic therapy, cancer therapy, controlled release, biomedical imaging.
Muhammad Shakib Arslan, Ph.D.
The Islamia University Bahawalpur, Pakistan
Dr. Muhammad Shakib Arslan is a faculty member in the Department of Mathematics at The Islamia University Bahawalpur (IUB), specializing in computational modeling, heat and mass transfer, and cilia-assisted fluid dynamics. His research integrates finite difference methods, numerical simulations, and machine learning to study biological flows, non-Newtonian and magnetized fluids, and energy systems. He has developed models for cilia-modulated flow, metachronal propulsion, and hybrid nanofluid dynamics, with applications in biomedical engineering, industrial processes, and IIoT systems. His work bridges applied mathematics, computational fluid dynamics, and control theory to advance precision modeling of complex transport phenomena.
Keywords: cilia flow, heat and mass transfer, finite difference method, computational modeling, non-Newtonian fluid, magnetohydrodynamics, metachronal propulsion, numerical simulation, hybrid nanofluids, IIoT.
Mustafa Balcioglu, Ph.D.
The State University of New York at Albany, United States
Dr. Mustafa Balcioglu is a Staff Scientist in R&D at Natera, specializing in liquid biopsy, circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA), and noninvasive cancer diagnostics. His research focuses on ultrasensitive detection of residual and metastatic cancers through multiplexed assays, nanomaterial-based biosensing, and programmable graphene and gold nanoparticle platforms. He has advanced technologies for early detection of cancer recurrence, oncomiR profiling, and molecular residual disease monitoring. Dr. Balcioglu’s work integrates nanotechnology, bioengineering, and next-generation sequencing to develop scalable, patient-specific diagnostics, contributing to precision oncology and personalized medicine.
Keywords: liquid biopsy, circulating tumor DNA, ctDNA, nanomaterials, graphene, gold nanoparticles, biosensing, oncomiRs, cancer diagnostics, precision medicine.
Nazmul Islam, Ph.D.
Keele University, United Kingdom
Keele University, United Kingdom
Dr. Nazmul Islam is a Lecturer in Biochemistry and Pharmacology at Keele University, UK, specializing in biosensors, bioelectrochemistry, and bioengineering for advanced cancer diagnostics. His research focuses on developing ultrasensitive electrochemical and optical biosensing platforms, including exosome and microRNA detection, DNA methylation analysis, and nanomaterial-based signal amplification. He has contributed to the design of nanoporous ferric oxide and gold-loaded nanocube systems for diagnostic applications. Dr. Islam’s work spans translational biochemistry, molecular diagnostics, and analytical bioengineering, with emphasis on liquid biopsy, disease-specific biomarkers, and electrochemical sensing technologies, advancing precision medicine and early disease detection strategies worldwide.
Keywords: biosensors, bioelectrochemistry, bioengineering, cancer diagnostics, exosomes, microRNA, DNA methylation, nanomaterials, electrochemical sensing, liquid biopsy.
Niazul Islam Khan, Ph.D.
The University of New Hampshire, United States | Intel Corporation | University of Chicago | Argonne National Laboratory
The University of New Hampshire, United States | Intel Corporation | University of Chicago | Argonne National Laboratory
Dr. Niazul Islam Khan is a researcher specializing in BioMEMS, biosensors, photonic sensors, and graphene-based field-effect transistor (GFET) technologies. His work focuses on micro/nano fabrication, lab-on-a-chip systems, and wearable biosensors for real-time biomarker monitoring. He has developed aptamer-based platforms, portable electrochemical sensors, and wastewater diagnostic systems for opioid metabolites, advancing precision healthcare and environmental monitoring. His research bridges nanoelectronics, biosensing, and microfluidics, contributing to next-generation diagnostic and sensing technologies.
Research keywords: BioMEMS, biosensors, photonic sensors, GFET sensors, lab-on-a-chip, micro/nano fabrication, biomarker detection, wearable biosensors, environmental monitoring, precision diagnostics.
Pengfei Xie, Ph.D.
Rutgers Univeristy, United States
Dr. Pengfei Xie is a scientist at Giner Inc. specializing in electrical engineering, biosensing, and bioelectronics. His research focuses on microfluidic impedance cytometry, nanowell array sensors, and portable diagnostic platforms for real-time biomarker detection. He has contributed to the development of point-of-care tools for cancer drug efficacy assessment, cytokine monitoring, and label-free protein quantification, integrating machine learning and nanoelectronic design. His work bridges electronic engineering with biomedical applications, advancing personalized medicine and rapid diagnostics.
Research keywords: Biosensing, bioelectronics, impedance cytometry, nanowell sensors, microfluidics, point-of-care diagnostics, protein biomarkers, cancer detection, cytokine monitoring, biomedical engineering.
Shima Masoudi Asil, Ph.D.
University of Texas at El Paso, United States
Dr. Shima Masoudi Asil is a researcher in physiology and biology at Tarbiat Modares University, focusing on aquaculture, fish physiology, and reproductive biology. Her work explores the nutritional and environmental regulation of aquatic species, with emphasis on dietary arachidonic acid, photoperiod, and light intensity effects on growth, reproduction, and larval development. She has published influential studies on Blue gourami, Artemia, copepods, and shrimp, contributing to sustainable aquaculture practices and nutritional optimization in aquatic organisms. Her research bridges physiology, nutrition, and marine biology.
Research keywords: Physiology, aquaculture, fish reproduction, nutrition, arachidonic acid, Artemia, copepods, photoperiod, light intensity.
Taslim A Al-Hilal, Ph.D.,
Associate Professor, Departments of Molecular Pharmaceutics and Bioengineering, The University of Utah, USA
Dr. Aslim A. Al-Hilal is an Associate Professor at the University of Utah specializing in drug delivery, biomaterials, tumor biology, and organ-on-a-chip technologies. His research integrates bile acid transporter biology, advanced biomaterials, and nanotechnology to develop oral delivery platforms and targeted therapeutics for cancer and chronic diseases. Widely cited for his contributions to non-invasive biologics delivery and engineered nanodelivery systems, Dr. Al-Hilal has advanced 3D-printed medications, cancer-on-a-chip models, and pulmonary hypertension therapies. His work bridges pharmaceutics and biomedical engineering, contributing to precision medicine and innovative translational drug delivery strategies.
Research keywords: Drug delivery, oral biologics, bile acid transporter, biomaterials, tumor targeting, nanomedicine, organ-on-a-chip.
Mirza Humaun Kabir Rubel, Ph.D.
Professor, Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Rajshahi, Bangladesh
Professor, Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Rajshahi, Bangladesh
Dr. Mirza Humaun Kabir Rubel is a Full Professor of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Rajshahi, Bangladesh. His research expertise spans hydrothermal synthesis, multifunctional inorganic materials, computational materials science, and perovskite-based energy systems. Recognized as a Stanford/Elsevier Top 2% Scientist (2024), he has published extensively on perovskite solar cells, superconducting oxides, and rare-earth functional materials. His work integrates experimental synthesis with density functional theory (DFT) modeling to advance sustainable energy and multifunctional material design.
Research keywords: Hydrothermal synthesis, perovskite solar cells, multifunctional materials, computational materials science, energy materials.
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Kashfia Haque, MS
St. John’s University, United States
Saba Niaz, MS
Imperial College London, United Kingdom
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