Bilal Aldahham | Membrane Lipid Metabolism | Editorial Board Member

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Prof. Dr. Bilal Aldahham | Membrane Lipid Metabolism | Editorial Board Member

University Of Anbar | Iraq

The researcher is a biochemist specializing in molecular biology, molecular genetics, and cancer-related biochemical pathways. His work focuses on the molecular characterization of tumor-associated biomarkers and hormone receptors, with notable contributions to understanding alpha-fetoprotein dynamics in colorectal tumors and testosterone receptor regulation in uterine tumors. He has extensive experience designing, leading, and implementing research projects in biochemical oncology and molecular diagnostics. His research activities span experimental biochemistry, protein analysis, receptor biology, and tumor biomarker profiling. In his academic role, he has also contributed to curriculum development in biophysics and facilitated research-oriented workshops in biochemistry and biology. Over his career, he has published findings in peer-reviewed journals, advancing knowledge in cancer biochemistry and molecular mechanisms underlying tumor progression. His expertise integrates experimental research, academic leadership, and scientific training in biochemical and molecular research methodologies.

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Featured Publications: 

AlMudhaffar, S. A., & Al-Rawi, B. J. (2004). Binding studies of 125I-testosterone with its receptors in uterine tumor homogenate. Medical Journal of Babylon, 1(1), 62–73.

AlMudhaffar, S. A., & Al-Rawi, B. J. (2004). The kinetic and thermodynamic studies on the binding of 125I-testosterone to its receptors in uterine tumor homogenate. Medical Journal of Babylon, 1(1), 74–90.

AlMudhaffar, S. A., & Al-Rawi, B. J. (2004). Spectroscopic studies of different purified forms of testosterone receptors in uterine tumor homogenate. Medical Journal of Babylon, 1(2), 101–111.

AlMudhaffar, S. A., & Al-Rawi, B. J. (2004). Radio receptor assay studies of 125I-testosterone binding to its receptors in benign and malignant human uterine tumors. Medical Journal of Babylon, 1(2), 137–148.

Al-Rawi, B. J. (2011). Spectroscopic studies in UV region of different purified isoforms of testosterone receptors in human ovarian tumor homogenates. Journal of Al Anbar University for Pure Science, 5(2), 53–63.

Al-Ani, L., Abdullah, M., Jasim, S. Y., Albayyar, E. A., Al-Rawi, B., & Tarbah, G. (2011). Gene frequencies of ABO and rhesus blood groups in Al Anbar, West Iraq. Proceedings of the First Scientific Conference on Biological Sciences, University of Kirkuk.

Kamil Rodak | Membrane Lipid Metabolism | Young Scientist Award

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Mr. Kamil Rodak | Membrane Lipid Metabolism | Young Scientist Award

Wroclaw Medical University | Poland

Kamil Rodak is a PhD student in the Doctoral School at Wrocław Medical University, currently affiliated with the Department of Laboratory Diagnostics, following a Master’s degree in Medical Analytics completed. Professionally, he has served as Embryologist at INVICTA Fertility Clinic, preceded by roles as Junior Laboratory Diagnostics Assistant at INVICTA and at Diagnostyka S.A. His research includes being Principal Investigator for the ongoing NCN Preludium 22 grant study “GC-MS/MS analysis of selected PUFA in seminal plasma …” and earlier projects on aluminum neurotoxicity, Alzheimer’s disease modelling, and effects of caffeine on prolactin and oxidative stress. Among his recognitions are the Ludwik Hirszfeld Scholarship, nomination for Scientist of the Future, and laureate of the 20th Wrocław Magnolia competition. According to ResearchGate, he has authored 6 publications, which have accrued 121 citations to date, yielding an h-index of 3.

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Featured Publications:

Rodak, K., Kokot, I., Mazurek, S., Piwowar, A., Sokolik, R., Kacperczyk, M., Szostak, R., Cuprych, P., Korman, L., & Kratz, E. M. (2024). Comparative profiling of serum biomarkers and ATR-FTIR spectroscopy for differential diagnosis of patients with rheumatoid and psoriatic arthritis – a pilot study. Spectrochimica Acta Part A: Molecular and Biomolecular Spectroscopy, 311, 124654.

Płaczkowska, S., Rodak, K., Kmieciak, A., Gilowska, I., & Kratz, E. M. (2024). Exploring correlations: Human seminal plasma and blood serum biochemistry in relation to semen quality. PLOS ONE, 19(6), e0305861.

Rodak, K., Bęben, D., Birska, M., Siwiela, O., Kokot, I., Moreira, H., Radajewska, A., Szyjka, A., & Kratz, E. M. (2024). Evaluating the neuroprotective potential of caffeinated coffee in the context of aluminum-induced neurotoxicity: Insights from a PC12 cell culture model. Antioxidants, 13(3), 342.

Rodak, K., & Kratz, E. M. (2023). PUFAs and their derivatives as emerging players in diagnostics and treatment of male fertility disorders. Pharmaceuticals, 16(5), 723.

Rodak, K., Kokot, I., Kryla, A., Kratz, E. M., & Ciobica, A. (2022). The examination of the influence of caffeinated coffee consumption on the concentrations of serum prolactin and selected parameters of the oxidative-antioxidant balance in young adults: A preliminary report. Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity, 2022, 1735204.

Rodak, K., & Kratz, E. M. (2021). Caffeine as a factor influencing the functioning of the human body – friend or foe? Nutrients, 13(9), 3088.