Professor of UCAM, Spain
Dr. Jeevithan Elango is a distinguished Professor at the Department of Biomaterials Engineering, UCAM San Antonio Catholic University of Murcia, Spain ๐ช๐ธ. With a Ph.D. in Food Science ๐ from Shanghai Ocean University, he has made significant contributions to marine bio-pharmacology and biomaterials. His research focuses on Type-II collagen from shark cartilage and its impact on immunological tolerance and osteogenesis ๐ฆ๐ฌ. Dr. Elango has been recognized with several awards ๐, including the International Young Scientist Award from the National Natural Science Foundation of China ๐จ๐ณ. He is also an active member of various scientific committees and editorial boards ๐.
Education ๐
Dr. Jeevithan Elango holds a Ph.D. in Food Science (93.1% with Distinction) ๐ from Shanghai Ocean University, China ๐จ๐ณ, where he studied biochemical characterization of Type-II collagen from shark cartilage ๐ฆ. He earned his M.Sc. in Biochemistry (74.52% with Distinction) ๐งช from Thanthai Hans Roever College, Bharathidasan University, India ๐ฎ๐ณ, and a B.Sc. in Biochemistry (71.2%) ๐งฌ from the same institution. His foundational education includes an HSC (74.6%) ๐ and SSLC (82.8%) ๐ from Sengunthar Higher Secondary School in Trichy, Tamilnadu.
Professional Expereience๐ฌ
Dr. Jeevithan Elango is currently a Professor at UCAM San Antonio Catholic University of Murcia, Spain ๐ช๐ธ, and a Distinguished Adjunct Faculty at Saveetha University, India ๐ฎ๐ณ. Previously, he served as an Associate Professor and Postdoctoral Researcher at Shanghai Ocean University, China ๐จ๐ณ. His global research experience includes a tenure as an International Research Scholar in Australia ๐ฆ๐บ. He has also held Senior Research Fellow positions on various projects in India ๐ฎ๐ณ. Dr. Elangoโs expertise spans biomaterials, food science, and marine bio-pharmacology ๐๐ฌ.
Research Interest ๐งซ
Dr. Jeevithan Elangoโs research interests are centered on biomaterials and marine bio-pharmacology ๐๐ฌ. He focuses on the biochemical characterization of Type-II collagen and collagenous polypeptides from shark cartilage ๐ฆ, investigating their effects on immunological tolerance and osteogenesis ๐ฆด. His work extends to the development of biodegradable polymers, fish processing waste utilization, and the synthesis of collagen and gelatin films for biomedical applications ๐งซ. Dr. Elango is dedicated to advancing sustainable and innovative solutions in the fields of health sciences and biomaterials engineering ๐ฑ๐งฌ.
Award and Honor ๐
Dr. Jeevithan Elango has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to science and research ๐. He was awarded the Academic Winner Award by the Royal Academy of Medicine and Surgery of Murcia ๐ช๐ธ and the “Endeavour Scholarships and Fellowships” by the Australian Government ๐ฆ๐บ. He also received the “International Young Scientist” Award from the National Natural Science Foundation of China ๐จ๐ณ and was recognized as the Best Oral Presenter at an international conference in India ๐ฎ๐ณ. Additionally, Dr. Elango has been honored with the Shanghai State Government Doctoral Scholarship ๐.
Research skill ๐งช
Dr. Jeevithan Elango possesses a diverse skill set in research and biomaterials engineering ๐๐ฌ. He specializes in the biochemical characterization of marine-derived Type-II collagen ๐ฆ and its applications in immunology and osteogenesis ๐ฆด. His expertise includes developing biodegradable polymers, synthesizing collagen and gelatin films, and utilizing fish processing waste for biomedical uses ๐งซ. Dr. Elango is proficient in molecular biology techniques, data analysis, and project management ๐งช๐. His innovative approach and interdisciplinary knowledge contribute to advancements in health sciences and sustainable biomaterials engineering ๐ฑ๐งฌ.
Achievements ๐ย
- Academic Winner Award in the National Prize Contest 2022 by the Royal Academy of Medicine and Surgery of Murcia ๐ช๐ธ
- Endeavour Scholarships and Fellowships 2016 funded by the Australian Government for an internship at St. Vincent’s Institute of Medical Research ๐ฆ๐บ
- International Young Scientist Award from the National Natural Science Foundation of China ๐จ๐ณ
- International Young Scientist Award from the National Natural Science Foundation of China ๐จ๐ณ
- Best Oral Presenter at the International Conference on Emerging Issues in Quality and Safety of Fish and Shellfish (EIQASFISH 2016) ๐ฎ๐ณ
- Shanghai State Government Doctoral Scholarship recipient ๐
- AMBASSADOR 2022 for World Osteoarthritis Day, Brussels, Belgium ๐
- Reviewers Award of the International Journal of Molecular Science in 2019 ๐
Projects ๐
- Development of Database for Indian Seafood Safety and Traceability based on AFLP markers (SERB-MFPI funded) ๐๐
- Messenger RNA-Based Assay for RT-PCR Detection of viable Salmonella and Vibrio cholerae in fresh and processed finfish and shellfish (DBT funded) ๐งซ๐ฌ
- Collagen and Gelatin Film Formation from Fish Processing Wastes and their functional properties (DBT funded) ๐ ๐งช
- Contraceptive Efficacy of Fractionation of Andrographis paniculata stem, leaves, and root (UGC Major Research Project) ๐ฟ๐ฌ
Publications๐
๐ Novel bioactive and biocompatible alumina-wollastonite porous constructs mimicking physical properties of human cortical bone
- Authors: Gonzรกlez-Sรกnchez, M., Zamora-Ledezma, C., Elango, J., Morales-Flรณrez, V.
- Journal: Journal of the European Ceramic Society, 2024, 44(7), pp. 4699โ4708
- Citations: 0
๐ Purification and Characterization of a Novel Fibrinolytic Enzyme from Marine Bacterium Bacillus sp. S-3685 Isolated from the South China Sea
- Authors: Ma, Z., Elango, J., Hao, J., Wu, W.
- Journal: Marine Drugs, 2024, 22(6), 267
- Citations: 0
๐ฆ Stem-Cell-Regenerative and Protective Effects of Squid (Symplectoteuthis oualaniensis) Skin Collagen Peptides against H2O2-Induced Fibroblast Injury
- Authors: Wei, M., Jeevithan, L., Li, N., Wu, W., Elango, J.
- Journal: Marine Drugs, 2024, 22(6), 255
- Citations: 0
๐ฆด Fabrication of novel strontium-coated bioactive ceramic-glass (C2S(2P6)C2S) 3D-porous scaffold for the proliferation and osteogenic differentiation of bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells
- Authors: Elango, J., Salazar, K., Velasquez, P., Granero Marรญn, J.M., Mate Sanchez de Val, J.E.
- Journal: Ceramics International, 2024, 50(10), pp. 16998โ17010
- Citations: 1
๐ฌ 3D printed bioactive calcium silicate ceramics as antibacterial scaffolds for hard tissue engineering
- Authors: El Hayek, J., Belaid, H., de Saint Cyr, L.C., Soussan, L., Salameh, C., Elango, J.
- Journal: Materials Advances, 2024, 5(8), pp. 3228โ3246
- Citations: 1
๐ฆด Enhancing bone tissue regeneration with rGO-coated Si-Ca-P bioceramic scaffold | Potenciaciรณn de la regeneraciรณn รณsea a travรฉs de una biocerรกmica de Si-Ca-P recubierta con grafeno reducido
- Authors: Mazรณn, P., Elango, J., Val, J.E.M.-S.D., De Aza, P.N.
- Journal: Boletin de la Sociedad Espanola de Ceramica y Vidrio, 2024, 63(1), pp. 59โ71
- Citations: 1
๐ Natural vs Synthetic Polymers: How Do They Communicate with Cells for Skin RegenerationโA Review
- Authors: Elango, J., Zamora-Ledezma, C., Matรฉ-Sรกnchez de Val, J.E.
- Journal: Journal of Composites Science, 2023, 7(9), 385
- Citations: 1
๐ฆ Collagen from Iris squid grafted with polyethylene glycol and collagen peptides promote the proliferation of fibroblast through PI3K/AKT and Ras/RAF/MAPK signaling pathways
- Authors: Hou, C., Lei, Y., Li, N., Wu, W., Elango, J.
- Journal: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2023, 247, 125772
- Citations: 2
๐ Protein Adsorption, Calcium-Binding Ability, and Biocompatibility of Silver Nanoparticle-Loaded Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) Hydrogels Using Bone Marrow-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells
- Authors: Elango, J., Zamora-Ledezma, C., Alexis, F., Wu, W., Matรฉ-Sรกnchez de Val, J.E.
- Journal: Pharmaceutics, 2023, 15(7), 1843
- Citations: 1
๐ฉน Fabrication, PhysicalโChemical and Biological Characterization of Retinol-Loaded Poly(vinyl Alcohol) Electrospun Fiber Mats for Wound Healing Applications
- Authors: Zamora-Ledezma, C., Hernรกndez, A.B., Lรณpez-Gonzรกlez, I., Mowbray, D.J., Meseguer-Olmo, L., Elango, J.
- Journal: Polymers, 2023, 15(12), 2705
- Citations: 1