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Nawab Ali
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Federal Grant PI
Professor
Also affiliated: Creighton University (1992–1996); National Institutes of Health (1995); United States Food and Drug Administration (2009); East China University of Science and Technology (2024); University of Arkansas System (2008–2014); CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center - Bergan Mercy (1992–1995); Yale University (1997–1998); National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (1995); Shanghai Institute of Technology (2021); Michigan State University (2025); Medical Research Council (1989)
20 h-index
96 pubs
1,677 cited
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Biography and Research Information
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Nawab Ali's research program investigates nanomaterial applications in cancer therapy. He is the Principal Investigator on an NSF I-Corps grant of $50,000 focused on "Nano Drug Enabled Cancer Therapy." His work explores the synergistic effects of combining nanomaterials, such as cobalt nanoparticles and carbon nanotubes, with anti-tumor drugs to enhance treatment efficacy.
Ali's publication record includes studies on the cytotoxicity and biological effects of functional nanomaterials delivered to various cell lines, as well as the synthesis of cobalt nanoparticles coated with graphitic shells for localized radio frequency absorption in cancer treatment. He has also published on advanced approaches to breast cancer classification and diagnosis. His research network includes collaborators from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, with whom he has co-authored multiple publications.
With an h-index of 20 and over 1,700 citations from more than 100 publications, Ali's work contributes to the fields of materials science and cancer research. His recent activity and ongoing grant support indicate continued engagement in nanomaterial-based therapeutic strategies.
Metrics
- h-index: 20
- Publications: 96
- Citations: 1,677
Positions
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Professor publications 2003–2026University of Arkansas at Little Rock Department of Biology ORCID
Selected Publications
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Macrocyclic histone deacetylase inhibitor-based near-infrared-responsive ionic nanomedicines for enhanced cancer therapy (2026)
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Dichloroacetic Acid Enhances Photodynamic Therapy-Induced Regulated Cell Death in PANC-1 Pancreatic Cancer Cell Line (2025)
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95 Targeting Multiple Cancer Hallmarks with Rapamycin-Loaded Gold Nanoparticles—GE11 Peptide Conjugate: A Proteomic Analysis of Pathway Suppression and Cell Death Induction (2025)
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The Underlying Mechanisms and Emerging Strategies to Overcome Resistance in Breast Cancer (2025)
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Targeted Delivery of Rapamycin via Epidermal Growth Factor Receptors in Pancreatic Cancer Cells Inhibits Cell Proliferation and Induces Apoptosis (2025)
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Effect of Blood Flow Restriction on Serum Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (2025)
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Serum tissue plasminogen activator after cycling with blood flow restriction (2025)
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IONIC NANOMEDICINE STRATEGY TO DEVELOP EFFECTIVE CHEMO-PTT COMBINATION CANCER THERAPEUTICS (2024)
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Encapsulation of Inositol Hexakisphosphate with Chitosan via Gelation to Facilitate Cellular Delivery and Programmed Cell Death in Human Breast Cancer Cells (2024)
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Interrogating the Role of Endocytosis Pathway and Organelle Trafficking for Doxorubicin-Based Combination Ionic Nanomedicines (2024)
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Doxorubicin-Based Ionic Nanomedicines for Combined Chemo-Phototherapy of Cancer (2024)
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Cationic Porphyrin-Based Ionic Nanomedicines for Improved Photodynamic Therapy (2023)
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Guar-Based Injectable Hydrogel for Drug Delivery and In Vitro Bone Cell Growth (2023)
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Correction: Enhancing antibacterial property of aluminum foil by nanostructuring its surface through a steam treatment (2023)
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Antibacterial efficacy of surface aluminum oxide nanostructures produced by hot water treatment (2023)
Federal Grants 1 $50,000 total
NSF
PI
Apr 2022 - Sep 2022
Collaboration Network
Top Collaborators
Alexandru S. Biris
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
10 shared publications
In database
- Cobalt nanoparticles coated with graphitic shells as localized radio frequency absorbers for cancer therapy
- Cytotoxicity and biological effects of functional nanomaterials delivered to various cell lines
- Cytotoxicity and biological effects of functional nanomaterials delivered to various cell lines
- Synergistic Enhancement of Cancer Therapy Using A Combination of Carbon Nanotubes and Anti-Tumor Drug
- Nanotechnology approaches to addressing HER2-positive breast cancer
Showing 5 of 10 shared publications
Rahul Mehta
University of Central Arkansas (US)
9 shared publications
- Changes in Mechanical Properties of Rat Bones under Simulated Effects of Microgravity and Radiation†
- Scanning electron microscope studies of bone samples: Influence of simulated microgravity
- ALTERATIONS IN SIGNAL TRANSDUCTION AND INTRACELLULAR SIGNALING PROCESSES DURING SIMULATED MICROGRAVITY
- Young's modulus and SEM analysis of leg bones exposed to simulated microgravity by hind limb suspension (HLS)
- A potential application of dietary soy protein, aminoguanidine and L‐carnitine as anti‐oxidants in an animal model of simulated microgravity.
Showing 5 of 9 shared publications
Noureen Siraj
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
9 shared publications
In database
- Enhanced photothermal heating and combination therapy of NIR dye via conversion to self-assembled ionic nanomaterials
- Improved Photophysical Properties of Ionic Material-Based Combination Chemo/PDT Nanomedicine
- Doxorubicin-Based Ionic Nanomedicines for Combined Chemo-Phototherapy of Cancer
- Tunable Cytotoxicity and Selectivity of Phosphonium Ionic Liquid with Aniline Blue Dye
- Cationic Porphyrin-Based Ionic Nanomedicines for Improved Photodynamic Therapy
Showing 5 of 9 shared publications
Parimal Chowdhury
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (US)
8 shared publications
- Changes in Mechanical Properties of Rat Bones under Simulated Effects of Microgravity and Radiation†
- Scanning electron microscope studies of bone samples: Influence of simulated microgravity
- ALTERATIONS IN SIGNAL TRANSDUCTION AND INTRACELLULAR SIGNALING PROCESSES DURING SIMULATED MICROGRAVITY
- Young's modulus and SEM analysis of leg bones exposed to simulated microgravity by hind limb suspension (HLS)
- Measurements of Chemical and Mechanical Properties of Rats and Mice Bones under Simulated Space‐Like Environment
Showing 5 of 8 shared publications
Rakhee Agarwal
University of Arkansas at Little Rock (US)
8 shared publications
- Synergistic Enhancement of Cancer Therapy Using A Combination of Carbon Nanotubes and Anti-Tumor Drug
- Endoplasmic reticulum stress-induced apoptosis accompanies enhanced expression of multiple inositol polyphosphate phosphatase 1 (Minpp1): a possible role for Minpp1 in cellular stress response
- Role of inositol polyphosphates in programmed cell death
- Changes in cellular levels of inositol polyphosphates during apoptosis
- ALTERATIONS IN SIGNAL TRANSDUCTION AND INTRACELLULAR SIGNALING PROCESSES DURING SIMULATED MICROGRAVITY
Showing 5 of 8 shared publications
Zeiyad Al-Karakooly
University of Arkansas at Little Rock (US)
7 shared publications
- Cytotoxicity of Manganese (III) Complex in Human Breast Adenocarcinoma Cell Line Is Mediated by the Generation of Reactive Oxygen Species Followed by Mitochondrial Damage
- Metabolic reprogramming by Dichloroacetic acid potentiates photodynamic therapy of human breast adenocarcinoma MCF-7 cells
- Fabrication and characterization of hydroxypropyl guar-poly (vinyl alcohol)-nano hydroxyapatite composite hydrogels for bone tissue engineering
- Dichloroacetic Acid (DCA)-Induced Cytotoxicity in Human Breast Cancer Cells Accompanies Changes in Mitochondrial Membrane Permeability and Production of Reactive Oxygen Species
- Role of inositol polyphosphates in programed cell death in Dictyostelium discoideum and its developmental life cycle
Showing 5 of 7 shared publications
Yang Xu
University of Arkansas at Little Rock (US)
7 shared publications
- Cobalt nanoparticles coated with graphitic shells as localized radio frequency absorbers for cancer therapy
- Cytotoxicity and biological effects of functional nanomaterials delivered to various cell lines
- Synergistic Enhancement of Cancer Therapy Using A Combination of Carbon Nanotubes and Anti-Tumor Drug
- Graphitic Materials for RF Thermal Ablation of Tumors
- Advanced Functional Graphite-Coated Magnetic Nanoparticles as RF Thermal Ablation Agents for Cancer Therapies
Showing 5 of 7 shared publications
Zhongrui Li
University of Arkansas at Little Rock (US)
7 shared publications
- Cobalt nanoparticles coated with graphitic shells as localized radio frequency absorbers for cancer therapy
- Cytotoxicity and biological effects of functional nanomaterials delivered to various cell lines
- Synergistic Enhancement of Cancer Therapy Using A Combination of Carbon Nanotubes and Anti-Tumor Drug
- Graphitic Materials for RF Thermal Ablation of Tumors
- Advanced Functional Graphite-Coated Magnetic Nanoparticles as RF Thermal Ablation Agents for Cancer Therapies
Showing 5 of 7 shared publications
Enkeleda Dervishi
University of Arkansas at Little Rock (US)
7 shared publications
- Cobalt nanoparticles coated with graphitic shells as localized radio frequency absorbers for cancer therapy
- Cytotoxicity and biological effects of functional nanomaterials delivered to various cell lines
- Synergistic Enhancement of Cancer Therapy Using A Combination of Carbon Nanotubes and Anti-Tumor Drug
- Graphitic Materials for RF Thermal Ablation of Tumors
- Advanced Functional Graphite-Coated Magnetic Nanoparticles as RF Thermal Ablation Agents for Cancer Therapies
Showing 5 of 7 shared publications
Alexandru R. Biriş
National Institute for Research and Development of Isotopic and Molecular Technologies
7 shared publications
In database
- Cobalt nanoparticles coated with graphitic shells as localized radio frequency absorbers for cancer therapy
- Cytotoxicity and biological effects of functional nanomaterials delivered to various cell lines
- Synergistic Enhancement of Cancer Therapy Using A Combination of Carbon Nanotubes and Anti-Tumor Drug
- Graphitic Materials for RF Thermal Ablation of Tumors
- Advanced Functional Graphite-Coated Magnetic Nanoparticles as RF Thermal Ablation Agents for Cancer Therapies
Showing 5 of 7 shared publications
Vladimir P. Zharov
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
6 shared publications
In database
- Cobalt nanoparticles coated with graphitic shells as localized radio frequency absorbers for cancer therapy
- Synergistic Enhancement of Cancer Therapy Using A Combination of Carbon Nanotubes and Anti-Tumor Drug
- Graphitic Materials for RF Thermal Ablation of Tumors
- Advanced Functional Graphite-Coated Magnetic Nanoparticles as RF Thermal Ablation Agents for Cancer Therapies
- Graphitic Materials for RF Thermal Ablation of Tumors
Showing 5 of 6 shared publications
Surya P. Kilaparty
University of Arkansas at Little Rock (US)
6 shared publications
- Cytotoxicity of Manganese (III) Complex in Human Breast Adenocarcinoma Cell Line Is Mediated by the Generation of Reactive Oxygen Species Followed by Mitochondrial Damage
- Endoplasmic reticulum stress-induced apoptosis accompanies enhanced expression of multiple inositol polyphosphate phosphatase 1 (Minpp1): a possible role for Minpp1 in cellular stress response
- Interdependence of DNA mismatch repair proteins MLH1 and MSH2 in apoptosis in human colorectal carcinoma cell lines
- Computational Analysis Reveals a Successive Adaptation of Multiple Inositol Polyphosphate Phosphatase 1 in Higher Organisms through Evolution
- Dichloroacetic Acid (DCA)-Induced Cytotoxicity in Human Breast Cancer Cells Accompanies Changes in Mitochondrial Membrane Permeability and Production of Reactive Oxygen Species
Showing 5 of 6 shared publications
Qudes A. Al-Anbaky
University of Arkansas at Little Rock (US)
6 shared publications
- Cytotoxicity of Manganese (III) Complex in Human Breast Adenocarcinoma Cell Line Is Mediated by the Generation of Reactive Oxygen Species Followed by Mitochondrial Damage
- Interdependence of DNA mismatch repair proteins MLH1 and MSH2 in apoptosis in human colorectal carcinoma cell lines
- Metabolic reprogramming by Dichloroacetic acid potentiates photodynamic therapy of human breast adenocarcinoma MCF-7 cells
- Fabrication and characterization of hydroxypropyl guar-poly (vinyl alcohol)-nano hydroxyapatite composite hydrogels for bone tissue engineering
- Dichloroacetic Acid (DCA)-Induced Cytotoxicity in Human Breast Cancer Cells Accompanies Changes in Mitochondrial Membrane Permeability and Production of Reactive Oxygen Species
Showing 5 of 6 shared publications
Samantha Macchi
University of Arkansas at Little Rock (US)
6 shared publications
- Enhanced photothermal heating and combination therapy of NIR dye via conversion to self-assembled ionic nanomaterials
- Improved Photophysical Properties of Ionic Material-Based Combination Chemo/PDT Nanomedicine
- Doxorubicin-Based Ionic Nanomedicines for Combined Chemo-Phototherapy of Cancer
- Tunable Cytotoxicity and Selectivity of Phosphonium Ionic Liquid with Aniline Blue Dye
- Cationic Porphyrin-Based Ionic Nanomedicines for Improved Photodynamic Therapy
Showing 5 of 6 shared publications
Krishnaswamy Kannan
Arkansas Department of Agriculture (US)
5 shared publications
- Endoplasmic reticulum stress-induced apoptosis accompanies enhanced expression of multiple inositol polyphosphate phosphatase 1 (Minpp1): a possible role for Minpp1 in cellular stress response
- The Underlying Mechanisms and Emerging Strategies to Overcome Resistance in Breast Cancer
- Metabolic reprogramming by Dichloroacetic acid potentiates photodynamic therapy of human breast adenocarcinoma MCF-7 cells
- Dichloroacetic Acid Enhances Photodynamic Therapy-Induced Regulated Cell Death in PANC-1 Pancreatic Cancer Cell Line
- Immunomodulatory effects of Simvastatin in Rheumatoid arthritis synoviocytes are mediated via BNIP3 (119.1)
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