Dr. Dayana Borisova | Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Dayana Borisova | Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Dayana Borisova , Stephan Angeloff Institute of Microbiology , Bulgaria.

Dr. Dayana Borislavova Borisova ,ย  is a dedicated microbiologist ๐Ÿงซ working at the Stephan Angeloff Institute of Microbiology, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences ๐Ÿ›๏ธ. With a strong foundation in molecular biology from Sofia University ๐ŸŽ“, she has contributed significantly to microbial research and cell biology. Her passion for science has led her to participate in international training and scientific events ๐ŸŒ. Fluent in Bulgarian and conversant in other languages ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ, Dayana combines research expertise with excellent communication and teamwork skills, supporting food safety and infection biology ๐Ÿงฌ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ.

Professional Profile

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Education & Experienceย 

๐Ÿ“š Education:
  • ๐ŸŽ“ BSc in Molecular Biology, Sofia University โ€œSt. Kliment Ohridskiโ€ (2009โ€“2013)

  • ๐Ÿงซ Training School: Cystic Fibrosis COST Action BM1003, Dublin, Ireland (Sep 2014)

  • ๐Ÿ”ฌ RIIP Course: Institut Pasteur Digital Imaging, Athens, Greece (July 2016)

  • ๐ŸŽ“ Microbiologist Training, Sofia University (2013โ€“2015)

๐Ÿงช Work Experience:
  • ๐Ÿงฌ Microbiologist, Stephan Angeloff Institute of Microbiology (Since Sep 2013)

  • ๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ”ฌ Assistant, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences (Since Jan 2016)

Summary Suitability

Dayana Borislavova Borisova is an outstanding nominee for the Best Researcher Award, recognized for her significant contributions to microbiology and molecular biology through her longstanding work at the Stephan Angeloff Institute of Microbiology, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences. With a decade of experience in experimental microbiology, cell biology, and molecular techniques, she stands out as a committed researcher with deep expertise in host-pathogen interactions and digital imaging analysis in infectious biology.

Professional Developmentย 

Dr. Dayana has actively engaged in professional growth through prestigious international programs ๐Ÿงณ๐ŸŒ. She participated in a COST Action training school in Dublin focused on cystic fibrosis and lung infection dynamics ๐ŸŒฌ๏ธ๐Ÿฆ . Additionally, she attended the RIIP course by the Institut Pasteur International Network, where she mastered digital image analysis techniques in cell biology ๐Ÿ”๐Ÿ“ท. She served on organizing committees for key food safety and microbiology conferences in Bulgaria and the UK ๐Ÿ“๐Ÿฝ๏ธ. Her ongoing commitment to scientific exchange and skill enhancement supports her advanced work in microbiology and infection research ๐Ÿ”ฌ๐Ÿ“š.

Research Focusย 

Dayanaโ€™s research focus centers around microbiology, particularly microbial pathogenesis, biofilm formation, and infection biology ๐Ÿ”ฌ๐Ÿฆ . She is also interested in food safety and the behavior of food-borne pathogens ๐Ÿด๐Ÿงซ. Her academic journey and practical lab work have emphasized understanding host-pathogen interactions, cystic fibrosis-related infections, and image-based cell analysis ๐Ÿงฌ๐Ÿ”. She cultivates and maintains cultured cells and biofilms, contributing to better diagnostic and treatment models. Dayanaโ€™s multidisciplinary interest aligns well with molecular biology, microscopy, and public health efforts aimed at enhancing safety across food and medical domains ๐Ÿงช๐Ÿง‘โ€โš•๏ธ๐ŸŒ.

Awards and Honors

๐Ÿ… Organizing Committee Member โ€“ Workshop on Food-Borne Pathogens and Food Safety, Sofia (May 2016)
๐Ÿ† Organizing Committee Member โ€“ FOOD-3 International Conference, New Bulgarian University (March 2017)
๐ŸŒ International Training Scholar โ€“ COST Action Training School, Dublin, Ireland (2014)
๐ŸŽ–๏ธ RIIP Scholar โ€“ Institut Pasteur International Course, Athens, Greece (2016)

Publication Top Notes

  • Stoitsova S., Paunova-Krusteva Ts., Borisova D.
    ๐Ÿ“– Modulation of biofilm growth by sub-inhibitory amounts of antibacterial substance
    In: Microbial Biofilms โ€“ Importance and Applications (Ed. D. Dhanasekaran), 2016, pp. 441โ€“462.

  • Paunova-Krasteva Ts., Velkova V., Borisova D., Stoitsova S.
    ๐Ÿ“– Intracellular survival of PA01 in A549 cells
    Annuaire de lโ€™Universitรฉ de Sofia “St. Kliment Ohridski”, Faculty of Biology, 2017, 102(4), pp. 170โ€“175.

  • Borisova D., Strateva T., Paunova-Krasteva Ts., Mitov I., Stoitsova S.
    ๐Ÿ“– Phenotypic investigation of paired Pseudomonas aeruginosa cystic fibrosis strains isolated prior and post tobramycin treatment
    Comptes rendus de lโ€™Acadรฉmie bulgare des Sciences, 2018, 71(8), pp. 1044โ€“1051.

  • Kurutos A., Balabanov I., Kamounah F.S., Nikolova-Ganeva K., Borisova D., Gadjev N., Deligeorgiev T., Tchorbanov A.
    ๐Ÿ“– Bright green-emitting ds-DNA labeling employed by dicationic monomethine cyanine dyes: Apoptosis assay and fluorescent bio-imaging
    Dyes and Pigments, 2018. DOI: 10.1016/j.dyepig.2018.04.064

  • Borisova D., Haladjova E., Kyulavska M., Petrov P., Pispas S., Stoitsova S., Paunova-Krasteva Ts.
    ๐Ÿ“– Application of cationic polymer micelles for the dispersal of bacterial biofilms
    Engineering in Life Sciences, 2018. DOI: 10.1002/elsc.201800040

  • Borisova D., Jordanova V., Stoitsova S., Paunova-Krasteva Ts.
    ๐Ÿ“– Impact of Growth Conditions on Biofilm Formation by Model Gram-Negative and Gram-Positive Bacterial Strains
    ACTA MICROBIOLOGICA BULGARICA, 2019, 35(2), pp. 60โ€“65.

  • Georgiev G., Borisova D., Petrov P.
    ๐Ÿ“– Super-macroporous composite cryogels based on biodegradable dextran and temperature-responsive poly(N-isopropylacrylamide)
    Journal of Applied Polymer Science, 2020. DOI: 10.1002/app.49301

  • Strateva T., Trifonova A., Borisova D., Peykov S., Stoitsova S., Mitov I.
    ๐Ÿ“– Biofilm formation by clinical Stenotrophomonas maltophilia isolates โ€“ phenotypic and genotypic characteristics
    Medical Review, 2020, 56(3), pp. 43โ€“50.

Conclusion

Ms. Dayana Borislavova Borisova embodies the qualities of a Best Researcher Award recipient through her scientific rigor, dedication to microbial research, and active involvement in knowledge dissemination across Europe. Her contributions extend beyond the laboratory to include teaching, international collaboration, and public health-oriented research. With a future-facing approach and solid scientific foundation, she continues to elevate the field of microbiology in Bulgaria and internationally.