Editorial Board
The Editorial Board of the journal is responsible for maintaining the quality and integrity of the journal's content. The board members are experts in their respective fields and play a crucial role in the peer review process, ensuring that all articles published meet the highest academic standards.
The Editorial Board is committed to upholding the principles of academic excellence, transparency, and ethical publishing practices. They work closely with authors, reviewers, and the editorial team to facilitate a smooth publication process.
Editor-in-Chief
Yildirim Serkan Ph.D [View Profile]
Editor-in-ChiefDepartment: Department of Pathology
Affiliation: Kyrgyz-Turkish Manas University, Bishkek
Designation: Professor
Email: syildirim@atauni.edu.trCountry: Turkiye
Prof. Dr. Serkan Yıldırım was born in Erzurum, Türkiye, in 1981. He completed his undergraduate education at Yüzüncü Yıl University, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, and earned his PhD in Pathology from the same institution in 2012.
He has served in various academic positions including Research Assistant, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor at Yüzüncü Yıl University and Atatürk University. He was promoted to Professor in 2023.
He has held significant administrative roles including Vice Dean, Head of the Department of Pathology, Director of Hınıs Vocational School, Senate Member, and Coordinator of the Project Development and Coordination Office.
Prof. Dr. Yıldırım has received multiple Atatürk University Scientific Achievement Awards (2018–2023) and has been listed among the world’s most influential scientists according to Stanford University (2020–2023).
He has authored over 250 SCI-indexed publications, received more than 5,000 international citations, and holds an H-index of 38. He has led and participated in more than 70 scientific research projects, including EU and TÜBİTAK-funded projects.
Md Salimullah Ph.D [View Profile]
Editor-in-Chief [Institutional Profile Link]Department: Department of Molecular Biotechnology Division
Affiliation: National Institute of Biotechnology NIB, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Designation: Chief Scientific Officer
Email: salim2969@nib.gov.bdCountry: Bangladesh
Dr. Md. Salimullah is a senior molecular biologist and biotechnologist with over 29 years of research and administrative experience. He currently serves as Chief Scientific Officer at the National Institute of Biotechnology (NIB), Bangladesh, and National Focal Point for Biotechnology under the Ministry of Science and Technology. He earned his Ph.D. from Saitama University, Japan, and has worked extensively in Japan and Bangladesh, including at RIKEN Omics Science Center. His research contributions span molecular biology, functional genomics, biotechnology, drug and vaccine development, with more than 80 publications in reputed international journals including Nature Genetics and Nature Methods.
Editorial Members
Sara Damiano Ph.D
Editorial Member [View Profile]Affiliation: University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
Department: Department of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Production
Designation: Associate Professor
Email: sara.damiano@unina.itCountry: Italy
Dr. Sara Damiano is an Associate Professor of Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology at the University of Naples Federico II, Italy. She obtained her degree in Biotechnology in 2005 and a PhD in Nephrological Science in 2010. Her research expertise includes renal physiology, molecular biology, and experimental animal models, particularly in nephrology and toxicology.
She has extensive experience in renal microsurgery and biomolecular techniques and has contributed significantly to international research through numerous high-impact publications. Dr. Damiano has served as Principal Investigator and Scientific Coordinator in several national and international projects.
Her academic contributions also include teaching veterinary pharmacology, chemotherapy, and animal welfare, as well as mentoring PhD students and researchers. She actively collaborates with leading international institutions and research organizations.
Giriprasad Venugopal Ph.D
Editorial Member [View Profile]Affiliation: Believers Church Medical College, Thiruvalla
Department: Department of Medical Gastroenterology
Designation: Scientist
Email: giriprasad.v@bcmch.edu.inCountry: India
Dr. V. Giriprasad is a Research Scientist at the Central Advanced Research Laboratory, Believers Church Medical College Hospital, Kerala, India. He completed his PhD in Biochemistry from SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai. His doctoral research focused on the serological prevalence of Celiac Disease and HLA-DQ genotypes in the Indian population.
He previously served as Post-Doctoral Fellow and Projects Coordinator at AIIMS Bhubaneswar under the Center of Excellence for Clinical Microbiome Research (CCMR), where he led and coordinated multiple microbiome, nutrigenomics, and clinical interventional studies funded by national and international agencies including the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
His work integrates microbiome research, nutraceutical interventions, host genetics, and immunological profiling in gastrointestinal and metabolic disorders.
Tsireledzo Goodwill Makwarela Ph.D
Editorial Member [View Profile]Affiliation: Tshwane University of Technology, Pretoria, South Africa
Department: Department of Nature Conservation
Designation: Lecturer
Email: makwarelatg@tut.ac.zaCountry: South Africa
Dr. Tsireledzo Goodwill Makwarela is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow and Part-Time Lecturer at the Department of Nature Conservation, Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa. He holds a PhD in Life Sciences (Genomics and Bioinformatics) and has over a decade of experience in molecular biology, parasitology, genomics, epidemiology, and higher education teaching. His research focuses on tick ecology, tick-borne diseases, wildlife–livestock–human interfaces, and One Health approaches. He has authored multiple peer-reviewed publications, supervised postgraduate students, secured competitive research grants, and actively contributes to academic leadership, community engagement, and conservation-oriented research.
Molla Getie Mehar M sc
Editorial Member [View Profile]Affiliation: Injibara University, Amhara Region
Department: Department of Medical Laboratory
Designation: Head
Email: molla.getie@inu.edu.etCountry: Ethiopia
Dr. Molla Getie Mehari is a lecturer, researcher, and departmental head at Injibara University, Ethiopia. He serves as Head of the Medical Laboratory Science Department and coordinator of research, curriculum revision, and community engagement activities. His teaching and laboratory duties include microbiological culture techniques and molecular diagnostics such as PCR testing. He has previously served in leadership and academic roles at Samara University and contributed to scientific publications, research supervision, and academic development.
Andargachew Almaw M Sc
Editorial Member [View Profile]Affiliation: Debre Tabor University, Debre Tabor
Department: Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences
Designation: Lecturer
Email: andargachew.almaw@ethernet.edu.etCountry: Ethiopia
I am a Lecturer and Researcher in Medical Parasitology and Vector Control at Debre Tabor University, Ethiopia, with more than four years of academic, research, and community service experience. I have a strong commitment to academic excellence, public health improvement, and capacity-building activities across communities. I have authored more than 30 scientific publications, reviewed over 10 manuscripts, and participated in several competitive research and community service projects. I also actively contribute to curriculum development, undergraduate supervision, and departmental leadership roles.