Luigi Sebastiano Battaglia | brain disease targeting | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Luigi Sebastiano Battaglia | brain disease targeting | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor, University of Turin, Italy

Luigi Sebastiano Battaglia is an Associate Professor in Pharmaceutical Technology at the University of Turin, where he has made significant contributions to the field of pharmaceutical science. His work focuses on innovative drug delivery systems, particularly using solid lipid nanoparticles (SLNs) and nanoemulsions. With a PhD in Drug Science from the University of Turin, Luigi has built a successful career in both academia and industry. He has been involved in numerous research projects aimed at advancing the treatment of brain diseases, including gliomas and neurodegenerative conditions, through nanotechnology. Luigi has published extensively in top-tier journals and holds multiple patents for his groundbreaking work. He collaborates with several prestigious institutions and is a recognized expert in drug targeting and delivery systems.

Profile

EducationΒ 

Luigi Sebastiano Battaglia completed his degree in Pharmacy at the University of Turin in 2002. He continued his academic journey with a PhD in Drug Science from the same institution in 2009. Over the years, he has held several academic roles at the University of Turin, including Research Associate, Assistant Professor, and Tenure-track Assistant Professor, before becoming an Associate Professor in Pharmaceutical Technology in 2020. His academic training has laid the foundation for his pioneering research in pharmaceutical technology, drug delivery, and nanomedicine. Battaglia has actively engaged in national and international collaborations, further enhancing his knowledge and expertise in the field.

Experience

Luigi Battaglia has more than two decades of experience in pharmaceutical technology and nanomedicine. He started his career as a Research Associate in the Department of Drug Science and Technology at the University of Turin, where he worked from 2006 to 2012. In 2012, he became an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Pharmacy, later transitioning to a Tenure-track position at the Department of Drug Science and Technology. Since 2020, Luigi has been serving as an Associate Professor. Throughout his career, he has led several significant research projects, securing funding from various national and European sources. He has published over 70 articles in top scientific journals and is the author of numerous book chapters and patents. Luigi’s consultancy work with companies such as R BioTransfer further demonstrates his expertise in applying scientific knowledge to real-world challenges, particularly in cancer treatment and brain disease therapies.

Research Focus

Luigi Sebastiano Battaglia’s research focuses on the development of innovative drug delivery systems, with a particular emphasis on solid lipid nanoparticles (SLNs) and nanoemulsions. His work aims to address major challenges in the treatment of brain diseases, including gliomas, neurodegenerative disorders, and cerebrovascular conditions. Luigi has pioneered the preparation of ultrasmall SLNs and the functionalization of nanoemulsions with cell membrane fragments, allowing for more targeted and efficient drug delivery. His research also explores surface modifications of nanocarriers to enhance the transport of biologically active compounds across biological barriers such as the blood-brain barrier. A significant part of his research is dedicated to overcoming obstacles in drug targeting, particularly for cancer therapies. Through his innovative approach, Luigi aims to improve the efficacy and safety of drug treatments for various neurological conditions and disorders.

Publication Top Notes

  • Green Solid Lipid Nanoparticles by Coacervation of Fatty Acids: An Innovative Cosmetic Ingredient for the Delivery of Anti-Age Compounds Through the Skin πŸŒ±πŸ’Š
  • Ultrasmall Solid Lipid Nanoparticles as a Potential Innovative Delivery System for a Drug Combination Against Glioma πŸ§ πŸ’‰
  • Concanavalin A Grafted Nanoemulsions for Nasal Delivery: Preliminary Studies with Fluorescently Labelled Formulations πŸ‘ƒπŸ’‘
  • Green Solid Lipid Nanoparticles by Fatty Acid Coacervation: An Innovative Nasal Delivery Tool for Drugs Targeting Cerebrovascular and Neurological Diseases 🌿🧠
  • Cell Membrane Fragment-Wrapped Parenteral Nanoemulsions: A New Drug Delivery Tool to Target Gliomas πŸ§¬πŸ’‰
  • Navigating the Nose-to-Brain Route: A Systematic Review on Lipid-Based Nanocarriers for Central Nervous System Disorders πŸ”¬πŸ§ 
  • Alendronate-Grafted Nanoemulsions for Bone-Targeted Vincristine Delivery: Preliminary Studies on Cell and Animal Models πŸ¦΄πŸ’Š

 

 

Ju Won Lim | Nanomaterials | Best Researcher Award

Dr Ju Won Lim | Nanomaterials | Best Researcher Award

Dr Ju Won Lim, Georgia Institute of Technology, United States

Ju Won Lim is a Post Doctoral Fellow at the Carbon-Neutral Energy Solutions Laboratory, Georgia Institute of Technology. He earned his Ph.D. and M.S. in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of Michigan, where he researched radiative thermal transport and thermodynamics for energy utilization. Ju also holds an M.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering and a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Korea University. His work has been recognized with numerous scholarships and awards, including the prestigious Rackham Predoctoral Fellowship. Ju’s expertise spans nanodevice fabrication, optoelectronic materials, and advanced computational simulations.

Publication Profile

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Education

Ju Won Lim received his Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of Michigan (Sep. 2018 – May 2024), under the guidance of Prof. Pramod Reddy. His thesis focused on exploring radiative thermal transport and hydrogen thermodynamics for energy applications. Prior to his Ph.D., Ju earned his M.S. in the same field from the University of Michigan (Sep. 2018 – Dec. 2021). He also holds an M.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Korea University (Mar. 2013 – Feb. 2015), where he researched ITO-free transparent electrodes for organic photovoltaic cells. Ju completed his B.S. in Electrical Engineering at Korea University (Mar. 2009 – Feb. 2013), achieving highest honors.

Experience

Ju Won Lim is a Post Doctoral Fellow at Georgia Tech’s Carbon-Neutral Energy Solutions Laboratory (Jun. 2024 – Present), working under Prof. Shannon Yee. He previously served as a Graduate Student Research Assistant in the Nanoscale Transport Laboratory at the University of Michigan (Sep. 2018 – May 2024). Ju’s earlier roles include Research Scientist at the Polymer Nanohybrid Materials Laboratory, Institute of Nano-Bio Technology (Jun. 2015 – Aug. 2018), and Student Researcher at the Center for Electronic Materials, Korea Institute of Science and Technology (Mar. 2013 – May 2015). His work spans materials characterization, device fabrication, and advanced simulation techniques.

Awards and Honors

Ju Won Lim has been recognized with several prestigious awards and scholarships. He received the Rackham Predoctoral Fellowship ($50k) from the University of Michigan (2023-2024), and the Kwanjeong Scholarship from the Kwanjeong Educational Foundation ($25k annually for five years, 2018-2023). Other accolades include the OTEFE Scholarship (2021), the Frederick N. Rhines Fellowship (2018), and multiple honors from Korea University, such as the Brain Korea 21 Scholarship (2013-2015). His academic excellence was further acknowledged with various presentation awards at international conferences, including the Best Presentation Award at the Midwest Regional Conference (2023).

Research Focus

Ju Won Lim’s research focuses on the intersection of materials science and energy solutions. His Ph.D. work at the University of Michigan involved developing calorimetric systems to study radiative thermal transport and hydrogen thermodynamics, aimed at enhancing energy utilization. At Korea University, his research included the development of ITO-free transparent electrodes for organic photovoltaic cells. His postdoctoral work at Georgia Tech’s Carbon-Neutral Energy Solutions Laboratory continues to explore advanced materials and nanoscale transport phenomena, contributing to sustainable energy solutions and innovative nanodevice fabrication.

Publication Top Notes

“Plasmonic Periodic Nanodot Arrays for Organic Photovoltaic Cells with >10% Efficiency via Laser Interference Lithography” πŸŒπŸ”¬

“Transparent high-performance SiNX/SiOXNY barrier films for organic photovoltaic cells with high durability” πŸ›‘οΈπŸ”‹

“Enhanced Light Scattering and Trapping Effect of Ag Nanowire Mesh Electrode for High Efficient Flexible Organic Solar cells” πŸŒπŸ”¬

Comprehensive Study on the Controlled Plasmon-Enhanced Photocatalytic Activity of Hybrid Au/ZnO Systems Mediated by Thermoresponsive Polymer Linkers