Shanshan Li | Molecular Biology | Excellence in Research Award

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Dr. Shanshan Li | Molecular Biology | Excellence in Research Award

Assistant Researcher | Zhejiang University | China

Dr. Shanshan Li is a dedicated researcher specializing in the chemistry, processing, and bioactivity of bee-derived products, with a strong emphasis on propolis, royal jelly, and protein–polyphenol systems. Her work bridges food chemistry, molecular biology, and functional ingredient development to uncover how processing technologies—such as ultrasound treatment and enzymatic hydrolysis—alter protein structures and enhance antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and immunomodulatory activities. She has significantly advanced the understanding of protein–polyphenol interactions and their role in improving the functional properties of natural compounds. Dr. Li employs advanced analytical approaches, including proteomics, transcriptomics, and bioinformatics, to investigate molecular mechanisms and cellular pathways influenced by bee product components. Her research also includes comparative studies of milk fat globule membrane proteins across animal species, contributing to broader innovations in food science and bioactive ingredient development. With 998 citations across 943 documents, 50 publications, and an h-index of 21, Dr. Li has established a strong scientific presence. Her contributions support the development of health-promoting ingredients and the translation of natural bioactives into functional foods.

Profiles: Scopus

Featured Publications

Ultrasound-induced modifications in structure, antioxidant activity and functionality of whey protein isolate–propolis polyphenol conjugates. Food Chemistry.

Integrated transcriptomics and network pharmacology reveal the mechanism of poplar-type propolis on the mouse mastitis model. Nutrients.

Structural and antioxidative properties of royal jelly protein by partial enzymatic hydrolysis. Food Science and Human Wellness.

Royal jelly proteins and their derived peptides: Preparation, properties, and biological activities. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry.

Milk fat globule membrane proteins among buffalo breeds via TMT proteomics. Food Research International.

 

Aida ZAABTIA | Chemistry | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Aida ZAABTIA | Chemistry | Editorial Board Member

Dr. Aida ZAABTIA  | University of Gabes Faculty of Sciences of Gabes | Tunisia

Dr. Aida Zaabtia is an emerging researcher affiliated with the Université de Gabès in Gabes, Tunisia, with a developing academic footprint in environmental and electrochemical engineering. Her work focuses primarily on advanced wastewater treatment technologies, with particular expertise in coagulation–flocculation and electro-Fenton processes. With two published documents and three citations recorded in Scopus, she has contributed to improving sustainable methodologies for treating challenging industrial effluents such as olive mill wastewater—a major environmental concern in Mediterranean regions. Her recent publication in the Journal of Applied Electrochemistry highlights her use of experimental design methodologies to optimize treatment efficiency, demonstrating a strong commitment to data-driven environmental solutions. Although early in her career, her research interests span water purification, electrochemical processes, and environmental sustainability. Her collaborative work with co-authors reflects her active participation in interdisciplinary research aimed at addressing regional and global environmental challenges.

Profile: Scopus | ORCID

Featured Publications

Zaabtia, A., Ba, M., & Ammar, S. Treatment of olive mill wastewater by coagulation–flocculation and electro-Fenton processes: application of the experimental design methodology. Journal of Applied Electrochemistry.

Zaabtia, A., Ba, M., Ben Amara, M., & Ammar, S. Application of a Box-Behnken design to the optimization of margin processing conditions by the electro-Fenton process on different anodes using solar energy. Journal of Power Sources.