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“for the phage display of peptides and antibodies”
MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology, Cambridge, United Kingdom
Prof. Dr. Sir Gregory Paul Winter is a British biochemist renowned for his pioneering work in antibody engineering, which has significantly advanced therapeutic treatments for various diseases. In the 1980s, he developed humanized antibodies by combining genetic change and selection principles, overcoming limitations of earlier mouse-derived antibodies. He further refined phage display technology, enabling the directed evolution of fully human antibodies. This innovation led to the development of adalimumab (Humira), approved in 2002 for treating rheumatoid arthritis, among other conditions. In recognition of his contributions, Sir Greg Winter was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 2018.
“for their discoveries concerning nucleoside base modifications that enabled the development of effective mRNA vaccines against COVID-19”
Penn Institute for RNA Innovations, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
Prof. Dr. Drew Weissman is a pioneering immunologist best known for his groundbreaking work in mRNA vaccine technology. In 2005, he and Katalin Karikó discovered that specific modifications to RNA building blocks could prevent inflammatory reactions and enhance protein production, laying the foundation for the development of mRNA vaccines. This discovery was crucial in creating the effective COVID-19 vaccines that played a pivotal role in the global pandemic. Currently a professor at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, Prof. Weissman continues to advance mRNA technology, focusing on vaccines for infectious diseases and cancer immunotherapies. His contributions have made a lasting impact on the field of genetic medicine and vaccine development.
“for the discovery of neutrino oscillations, which shows that neutrinos have mass”
University of Tokyo, Kashiwa, Japan
Prof. Dr. Takaaki Kajita is a Japanese physicist recognized for his groundbreaking work on neutrinos, which led to a major shift in our understanding of particle physics. In 1998, while working at the Super-Kamiokande detector, he and his team observed neutrinos produced by cosmic ray interactions with the Earth’s atmosphere. Their measurements revealed that neutrinos oscillate between different types, implying that they must have mass, contradicting the Standard Model, which assumed neutrinos were massless. This discovery was pivotal in prompting revisions to the Standard Model and earned Kajita the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2015. He continues to contribute significantly to the field of particle physics.
University of California, Berkeley, CA, USA
Prof. Dr. Hitoshi Murayama is a theoretical physicist exploring fundamental questions in particle physics, particularly the limitations of the Standard Model. His research addresses the nature of elementary particles, the role of the Higgs boson, the Universe’s longevity and matter-antimatter asymmetry, and its accelerating expansion. He investigates the cosmological constant’s small but finite value, proposing a connection to the electroweak scale to explain the “Why Now?” coincidence. His work on neutrino oscillations has uncovered overlooked parameter spaces and potential links to matter dominance. Additionally, he examines alternative explanations for dark energy and the stability of the electroweak scale, emphasizing supersymmetry as a potential solution. His contributions, including insights into anomaly-driven supersymmetry breaking, offer new directions in model building and fundamental physics.
Institute of High Energy Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China
Prof. Dr. Wang Yifang is a leading experimental physicist in particle physics, known for his contributions to neutrino research and detector development. He played a key role in designing and constructing the BESIII detector at the Beijing Electron Positron Collider and led the Daya Bay Reactor Neutrino Experiment, which made a precise measurement of the neutrino mixing angle theta13. He currently leads the JUNO experiment to determine the neutrino mass hierarchy and has proposed the Circular Electron Positron Collider (CEPC) as a future step in particle physics. With experience in major experiments such as L3, AMS, Palo Verde, and KamLAND, he has authored over 300 scientific papers, contributed to detector design and data analysis methods, and holds two patents. His achievements have earned him numerous prestigious awards, including the Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics and the W.K.H. Panofsky Prize, along with honorary doctorates and international recognition.
University of the Philippines, Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines
Prof. Dr. Lourdes J. Cruz is a distinguished Filipino biochemist renowned for her pioneering research on conotoxins, bioactive peptides derived from the venom of Conus marine snails. Her extensive work has significantly advanced the understanding of these peptides, leading to their application as biochemical probes for studying neuronal activities. Notably, her research facilitated the development of ω-conotoxin, utilized for investigating calcium channels in neurons, and μ-conotoxin, employed to inhibit muscular movement during synaptic studies. Beyond her scientific contributions, Prof. Cruz has been instrumental in initiatives connecting science and technology to impoverished and indigenous rural communities in the Philippines. Her remarkable achievements have earned her numerous accolades, including being named a National Scientist of the Philippines in 2006 and receiving the L’Oréal-UNESCO Award for Women in Science in 2010.
Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
Prof. Dr. Yongyuth Yuthavong is a distinguished Thai scientist known for his contributions to biochemistry, public policy, and science administration. After earning his doctorate in organic chemistry from the University of Oxford, he pursued a successful academic career at Mahidol University, where he became a Professor of Biochemistry. He later played a pivotal role in Thailand’s scientific development as the Director of BIOTEC and the first President of NSTDA, leading efforts in biotechnology and anti-malarial drug research. His groundbreaking work on malaria treatment earned him the Nikkei Asia Prize for Science, Technology and Innovation and multiple national honors. Beyond research, he has influenced Thailand’s science policy, serving as Minister of Science and Technology and later as Deputy Prime Minister, focusing on social welfare.
Tianjin University, Tianjin, China
Prof. Dr. Jay S. Siegel is a distinguished chemist known for his contributions to molecular design, stereochemistry, and materials science. His research explores molecular symmetry, aromaticity, and supramolecular chemistry, leading to advances in functional materials and pharmaceuticals. He has made significant contributions to the study of chiral molecules and their applications in drug development. Currently based at Tianjin University, he continues to lead innovative research in organic synthesis and nanomaterials, shaping the future of chemical science through interdisciplinary collaborations. Since 2022, Prof. Siegel holds the title of Professor Emeritus at Tianjin University and serves as a Senior Fellow at the Collegium Helveticum in Zurich, Switzerland, where he remains engaged in global higher education policy discussions.
Suranaree University of Technology, Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand
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Suranaree University of Technology, Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand
Asst. Prof. Dr. Chinorat Kobdaj is a physicist at the School of Physics, Suranaree University of Technology, with research spanning high-energy physics, detector development, and medical applications. He earned his PhD from the University of London in 1995 and has since played a pivotal role in shaping the physics program at SUT. His leadership has included serving as Chair of the School of Physics and Deputy Director of the Center for Computer Services, where he oversaw the development of the university’s High-Performance Computing Cluster. A former visiting scientist at CERN, he helped establish SUT’s experimental particle physics group, leading to Thailand’s participation in international collaborations such as ALICE at CERN and PANDA at GSI/FAIR. His work extends into simulation and detector R&D, including partnerships with TMEC and SLRI, and has more recently expanded into medical physics. He currently leads the Boron Neutron Capture Therapy (BNCT) Project at SUT and contributes to the Bergen pCT and PandaX collaborations, reflecting his continued commitment to interdisciplinary innovation and international scientific engagement.
Suranaree University of Technology, Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Theeranun Siritanon is a solid-state chemist whose research focuses on the design, synthesis, and characterization of advanced materials for energy and environmental applications, with particular emphasis on supercapacitors and photocatalysis. At the School of Chemistry, Suranaree University of Technology, she leads a research group that investigates the fundamental relationships among crystal structure, composition, and morphology to develop high-performance materials with tailored properties. Her team has contributed to the understanding of structure–property correlations in oxide-based and composite systems, enabling improvements in charge storage efficiency and photocatalytic activity. She earned her PhD in Inorganic Chemistry from Oregon State University and has been recognized with awards such as the Outstanding Faculty Award (2017), the DPST Young Researcher Award (2020), and the L’Oréal For Women in Science Thailand Award (2023).
Suranaree University of Technology, Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Anyanee Kamkaew is an organic chemist at the School of Chemistry, Suranaree University of Technology, where she leads research on the development of photosensitizing organic compounds for medical applications. After earning her PhD in Chemistry from Texas A&M University, she has focused her work on designing light-activated molecules that can selectively image or eliminate cancer cells by inducing oxidative stress, offering a non-invasive alternative to traditional treatments. Her research addresses the rising healthcare challenges posed by an aging global population and contributes to the advancement of photodynamic therapy. She actively collaborates with researchers in Thailand, the United States, China, Taiwan, and Malaysia to expand the impact of her work. In recognition of her contributions, she received the CST Distinguished Young Chemist Award in Organic Chemistry (2024) and the L’Oréal Thailand For Women in Science Fellowship in Biological Sciences (2024). Alongside her research, Dr. Anyanee is committed to fostering student development and continually refines her teaching through engagement with current scientific and educational advancements.
Suranaree University of Technology, Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand
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Suranaree University of Technology, Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand
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