Aligarh, UTTAR PRADESH :
Prof Rizwan Hasan Khan receives the Lifetime Achievement Award at the International Conference at Mangalayatan University
Aligarh:
Prof Rizwan Hasan Khan, Interdisciplinary Biotechnology Unit, Aligarh Muslim University, has been conferred upon the “Lifetime Achievement Award” at the International Conference on Emerging Trends in Biopharmaceuticals and Translational Research for Human Health (ETBTRH-2024), held at Mangalayatan University, Aligarh.
He has been honoured with the award for his exemplary contributions to scientific research, education and advancements in the field of protein biochemistry and translational research for human health.
With a distinguished academic career spanning over 26 years, Prof Khan has earned a name as an eminent scientist and academician and has excelled both in teaching and research. His commitment to advancing science is evident in his prolific research output, which includes over 430 published articles in internationally reputed journals, with an impressive citation count of approximately 17,200, an h-index of 70, and an i10-index of 395. His innovative contributions have resulted in two national patents, reflecting his dedication to driving impactful research.
Prof Khan’s research interest includes understanding of protein biochemistry, with a focus on critical areas such as protein folding and misfolding, aggregation, amyloid formation, protein-drug interactions and structure-function relationships. His studies have contributed to developing therapeutic approaches to combat amyloid-related diseases, making his research highly relevant in translational medicine.
He has received numerous prestigious awards and recognitions, including the “UGC Mid-Career Award” (2018), the “Malviya Memorial Award” (2020), and the “M. Vijayan Lecture Award” (2022). His other accolades include the “Distinguished Faculty in Science Award” by Venus International Faculty Awards (2018), the “Distinguished Scientist Award” by Venus International Foundation (2015), the “Most Outstanding Researcher of India Award” by Careers360 (2017-18), and the “Outstanding Researcher of the Year Award” at the Sir Syed Day Commemoration Meeting (2015). He also received the “Young Muslim Scientist Award (YMSA)” by the Muslim Association for the Advancement of Science (2002).
He has also been the recipient of several national and international fellowships, including the prestigious “Commonwealth Fellowship” in 2011, the “BOYSCAST Fellowship” in 2000, “INSA Visiting Fellowship” in 2001 and the “SERB Visiting Fellowship” in 2002.
Prof Khan has held several key administrative positions and has been a fellow member of numerous prestigious scientific societies, including the “Biotech Research Society of India” and “The Protein Society”. He is also a life member of the “Indian Biophysical Society”, “Society of Biological Chemists, India”, and the “Indian Science Congress Association”.
source: http://www.radiancenews.com / Radiance News / Home> Pride of the Nation> Awards / by Radiance News Bureau / December 20th, 2024