Dr. Syed Shams ul Hassan Ph.D
Faculty Member, School of Pharmacy, Shanghai Jiao Tong University ORCID:0000-0001-5188-6540 · China
Editorial leadership for Journal of Biotechnology and Biomedical Science ISSN 2576-6694
Research interests
- Marine Biotechnology Natural Product Discovery Medicinal Chemistry Anti-Inflammatory & Anti-Cancer Therapeutics Antimicrobial Resistance (Amr) Computational Drug Design & Molecular Docking Marine Microorganisms & Fungi Phytomedicine
Biography
Dr. Syed Shams ul Hassan is a highly dedicated researcher specializing in the discovery and purification of natural products, primarily sourced from marine organisms. His core scientific focus involves investigating the anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer potential of these bioactive compounds. Utilizing a multidisciplinary approach, Dr. Hassan integrates advanced techniques such as stress induction, genomics, and sophisticated computational drug discovery methods, including molecular docking, to isolate novel therapeutics and unlock the pharmacological promise of marine microbial treasures. His work aims to combat global health challenges, particularly the urgent need for new antimicrobial and oncological agents.
Education Details
- Ph.D. (Pharmaceutical Sciences/Natural Products), School of Pharmacy, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China (2018–2022)
- Masters in Sciences (Marine Sciences), Ocean College, Zhejiang University, China (2014–2017)
- Bachelors (Doctor of Pharmacy, Pharm.D.), Faculty of Pharmacy, Gomal University, Pakistan (2007–2012)
Professional Background
- Faculty Member (Current), School of Pharmacy, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
- Post-Doctoral Researcher, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
- Associate Faculty, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), Beijing, China
Achievements
- Best Graduate Award from Zhejiang University.
- Recipient of the Fully Funded Master's and Ph.D. Scholarship from the China Scholarship Council.
- Awarded the High Talent of the City award by the Government of Zhoushan city, Zhejiang, China (2019).
Current Research Projects
Dr. Hassan's current research focuses on the isolation, structural elucidation, and pharmacological evaluation of secondary metabolites from marine microorganisms (actinobacteria and fungi). Key projects include:
- Discovery of next-generation antibiotics by harnessing marine bacteria and utilizing metal-stress techniques.
- Computational drug discovery (chemoinformatics, molecular docking) to identify novel PBP2a-targeted antibiotics.
- Evaluating natural products for their therapeutic potential against chronic diseases, including Alzheimer's, osteoporosis, and various cancers.
Academic Profiles of Dr. Syed Shams ul Hassan
Selected publications
- Naringin and naringenin as anticancer agents and adjuvants in cancer combination therapy: Efficacy and molecular mechanisms of action, a comprehensive narrative review 2021 cited 188×
- Pharmacotherapy Evolution in Alzheimer’s Disease: Current Framework and Relevant Directions 2022 cited 79×
- Characterization of the Toxicological Impact of Heavy Metals on Human Health in Conjunction with Modern Analytical Methods 2022 cited 76×
- A Comprehensive In Silico Exploration of Pharmacological Properties, Bioactivities, Molecular Docking, and Anticancer Potential of Vieloplain F from Xylopia vielana Targeting B-Raf Kinase 2022 cited 65×
- Stress Driven Discovery of Natural Products From Actinobacteria with Anti-Oxidant and Cytotoxic Activities Including Docking and ADMET Properties 2021 cited 64×
- Chemically Diverse and Biologically Active Secondary Metabolites from Marine Phylum chlorophyta 2020 cited 62×
Ranked by citation impact (Crossref) where available, newest otherwise · verified via ORCID.
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