Dr. Hammad Ullah is a highly accomplished researcher in pharmacology and food chemistry, renowned for his contributions to nutraceuticals, natural product research, and functional food development. He holds a Ph.D. in Nutraceuticals, Functional Foods, and Human Health from the University of Naples Federico II, Italy, conducted in collaboration with the University of Vigo, Spain, where his doctoral research focused on the bioactive potential of Prunus domestica L. in mitigating metabolic syndrome risk factors. His academic foundation is further supported by an M.Phil. in Pharmaceutical Sciences and a Doctor of Pharmacy degree, providing a strong interdisciplinary background bridging pharmacology, analytical chemistry, and human health. With professional experience as a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Naples Federico II, he has led and collaborated on numerous international research projects aimed at exploring the molecular mechanisms and therapeutic properties of natural bioactive compounds. His work encompasses the design and execution of preclinical and clinical studies, chromatographic and spectrophotometric analyses, and the development of nutraceuticals and food supplements with proven health benefits. Dr. Hammad Ullah has published 87 scientific documents, accumulating 2,870 citations across 2,698 scholarly works and achieving an h-index of 25, reflecting his significant impact and influence in the field. His research has been widely recognized through several prestigious honors, including the MEDWELL Award for Best Ph.D. Thesis, Dra. Mariola Macías Award from the Phytochemical Society of Europe, and the Young Research Award from MONASH INITIATE. Beyond his research, he serves as an editorial board member and guest editor for several high-impact journals such as Nutrients, Frontiers in Pharmacology, and BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies, where he contributes to advancing scientific discourse in pharmacognosy, phytotherapy, and food science. His research interests lie in the discovery and biochemical characterization of polyphenols, phytonutrients, and natural antioxidants for disease prevention and metabolic regulation. Through his commitment to scientific excellence, mentorship, and international collaboration, Dr. Hammad Ullah continues to make influential contributions toward the advancement of pharmacological innovation and the integration of nutraceuticals into evidence-based healthcare solutions.
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Ullah, H., Dacrema, M., & Buccato, D. G. (2025). A narrative review on plant extracts for metabolic syndrome: efficacy, safety, and technological advances. Nutrients, 17(5), 877.
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Ullah, H., Morone, M. V., Buccato, D. G., & Daglia, M. (2025). Efficacy and tolerability of a chemically characterized Scutellaria lateriflora L. extract-based food supplement for sleep management: A single-center, controlled, randomized, crossover, double-blind clinical trial. Nutrients.
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Ullah, H., Dacrema, M., Uniyal, P., & Daglia, M. (2024). Baicalein as a potential bioactive flavonoid: a concise overview.
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Ullah, H., Morone, M. V., de Lellis, L. F., Buccato, D. G., & Daglia, M. (2024). Efficacy of a food supplement based on monacolins, γ-oryzanol, and γ-aminobutyric acid in mild dyslipidemia: A randomized, double-blind, parallel-armed, placebo-controlled clinical trial. Nutrients.
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Ullah, H., Esposito, C., Piccinocchi, R., & Daglia, M. (2022). Postprandial glycemic and insulinemic response by a brewer’s spent grain extract-based food supplement in subjects with slightly impaired glucose tolerance: A monocentric, randomized, cross-over, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial. Nutrients.
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Ullah, H., Khan, A., & Daglia, M. (2022). The focus on foods for special medical purposes and food supplements in age-related disorders.
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Ullah, H., De Filippis, A., Santarcangelo, C., & Daglia, M. (2020). Epigenetic regulation by polyphenols in diabetes and related complications.