Nahla Hemdan | Engineering and Technology | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nahla Hemdan | Engineering and Technology | Best Researcher Award

National Research Centre | Egypt

Dr. Nahla Abdel-Fattah Hemdan is a researcher specializing in soil and water management for sustainable agriculture, with a PhD in Irrigation Systems from Humboldt University of Berlin and an MSc in Soil Sciences from Assiut University. Her work spans drip irrigation technologies, soil reclamation under salinity and desertification, use of organic and bio-fertilizers (including biochar, vermicompost, moringa seed cake), and modeling (e.g. AquaCrop) to improve water use efficiency and fertility in arid and degraded soils. She has published multiple peer-reviewed articles in international journals, supervised by international internships and training programs. Her Google Scholar profile shows an h-index of 5, with ~44 total citations. She has contributed to projects aimed at climate change adaptation, sustainable agricultural productivity, saline soil improvement, efficient water and fertilizer use, and crop tolerance under abiotic stress. Dr. Hemdan is active in organizing workshops and international conferences, reviewing for journals, and holds several patents on composts and organic soil amendments. Her research interests include soil salinity, water scarcity, organic amendments, soil health restoration, irrigation technology, modeling of crop water use. Her work is increasingly recognized for its impact in improving land use sustainability under environmental stresses.

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Featured Publications

El-Hadidy, G. A. M., Mahmoud, T. S. M., Shaaban, F. K. M., & Hemdan, N. A. (2022). Effect of organic fertilization with Moringa oleifera seeds cake and compost on storability of Valencia orange fruits. Egyptian Journal of Chemistry, 65(2), 659–667.

Hemdan, N. A., Mahmoud, T. S. M., Abdalla, A. M., & Mansour, H. A. (2021). Using Moringa oleifera seed cake and compost as organic soil amendments for sustainable agriculture in Valencia orange orchard. Future of Food: Journal on Food, Agriculture and Society, 9, 1–22.

Hemdan, N. A., Hussein, M. M., & El-Ashry, S. (2020). Conventional and nano fertilizers and its effect on growth and nutrient status of lupine plants. Current Science International, 9(4), 698–705.

Bakry, A. B., Waly, A. I., Hemdan, N. A., & El-Karamany, M. F. (2019). Effect of soil amendments and water requirements on flax yield, fertilizer use efficiency and water productivity under sandy soil condition. American-Eurasian Journal of Agronomy, 12(3), 71–82.

Hemdan, N. A. (2003). Water regime of some crops grown under drip irrigation at El-Kharga Oasis (Master’s thesis, Assiut University, Egypt).

Roberto Miniero | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Roberto Miniero | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Istituto Superiore di Sanità | Italy

Dr. Roberto Miniero is a distinguished toxicologist and environmental health expert with a Doctoral Degree and a Master’s in Epidemiology and Biostatistics. With extensive experience in toxicology, ecotoxicology, and environmental risk assessment, he has led numerous high-impact research projects on persistent chemical substances, including dioxins, PCBs, and mercury compounds, in both national and international contexts, such as the Stockholm Convention implementation in China under the World Bank.  Dr. Miniero has served as Principal Investigator, Scientific Coordinator, and Project Coordinator in multiple prestigious projects funded by MIUR, the Italian Ministry of Environment, and regional authorities, while providing consultancy for the WHO, the World Bank, and various Italian Public Prosecutors’ Offices. His research interests include environmental toxicology, human exposure assessment, ecotoxicology, and sustainable aquaculture practices. With an h-index reflecting his impact in the scientific community, numerous citations, and recognized expertise, he has been nominated for the Best Researcher Award. Dr. Miniero’s work exemplifies innovation, rigor, and applied research that informs policy and protects public health, marking him as a leading figure in environmental health science.

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Featured Publications

Miniero, R., Abate, V., Abballe, A., Battista, T., Conversano, M., De Felip, E., De Luca, S., Fulgenzi, A. R., Iacovella, N., Iamiceli, A. L., et al. (2025). Human biomonitoring of PCDDs, PCDFs, and PCBs in women living in a Southern Italy hotspot area.

Ingelido, A. M., Abate, V., Abballe, A., De Filippis, S. P., Dellatte, E., De Luca, S., Ferri, F., Fulgenzi, A. R., Iacovella, N., Iamiceli, A. L., et al. (2023). Determinants of exposure to polychlorinated biphenyls in the Italian population in the last decades. Environmental Science and Pollution Research.

Rofrano, G., Esposito, M., Pizzolante, A., Miniero, R., Danese, A., Signorelli, D., D’Auria, L. J., Gallo, A., Di Stasio, A., Gallo, P., et al. (2023). Inorganic elements profiling in milk from buffalo farms of the Campania Region (Italy). Journal of Trace Elements and Minerals, 2023,

Miniero, R., di Domenico, A., Abate, V., Abballe, A., Dellatte, E., De Filippis, S., De Luca, S., Ferri, F., Fulgenzi, A. R., Iacovella, N., et al. (2022). Time trends of PCDDs, PCDFs, DL-PCBs, and NDL-PCBs in Italian women from biomonitoring studies. Chemosphere, 2022, 136244.

Mancini, L., Miniero, R., Beccaloni, E., di Domenico, K., Lacchetti, I., Puccinelli, C., Cicero, M. R., Scaini, F., Carere, M. (2022). Mercury (Hg) and methylmercury (MeHg) in sediment and biota: A case study in a lagoon in Central Italy. Marine Pollution Bulletin, 2022,

Konstantinos Zapsalis | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Academic Researcher Award

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Mr. Konstantinos Zapsalis | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Academic Researcher Award

Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH) | Greece

Dr. Konstantinos Zapsalis is a PhD candidate at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, focusing his research on abdominal wall reconstruction using platelet-rich plasma and adipose tissue micrografts. He holds an MSc in Surgical Oncology of the GI tract with distinction and a medical degree from the same institution. With extensive clinical experience across leading hospitals in Greece and the UK, including Epsom and St. Helier Hospital NHS and St. George’s University Hospital, he has been actively involved in general and vascular surgery, emergency surgery, and trauma care. His research contributions are notable, over 196 citations, an h-index of 8, and more than 25 research documents addressing regenerative surgery, wound healing, surgical oncology, and minimally invasive procedures. He has presented at international congresses such as the World Society of Emergency Surgery and Panhellenic Surgical Congresses, earning recognition for his innovative work, including praise at the 33rd Panhellenic Surgical Congress for his study on the use of ICG in pancreatic surgery. His teaching experience includes instructing medical students and leading surgical skills workshops, while his leadership roles in scientific societies highlight his commitment to academic advancement. With strong clinical, academic, and research credentials, Dr. Zapsalis represents a promising surgeon-scientist contributing to translational surgical innovation.

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Featured Publications

“Platelet rich plasma, adipose tissue micrografts, and regenerative mimetic factors for abdominal wall defect   reconstruction: Experimental study protocol”

“Tailored Negative Pressure Wound Therapy with instillation in diabetic, hypertensive, and obese patients when   guideline treatment is not enough: a case series and a proposal for the ANSWER score”

“A Comprehensive Review of the Impact of Platelet Concentrates on Mesh Integration in Hernia Management”

“Patterns of opioid use after surgical discharge: a multicentre, prospective cohort study in 25 countries”

“Access to and quality of elective care: a prospective cohort study using hernia surgery as a tracer condition”

Hussain Ali | Nanotechnology  | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hussain Ali | Nanotechnology | Best Researcher Award

School of Pharmaceutical Science & Technology Tianjin University  | China

Dr. Hussain Ali is an accomplished researcher and Associate Professor at Tianjin University, specializing in water and wastewater treatment, advanced oxidation processes, nanomaterials, and environmental remediation. He earned his Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering from Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS, Malaysia, following a strong academic foundation in engineering sciences. his work has attracted more than 2718 citations, reflecting a strong research impact with an h-index of 31. His academic journey includes serving as a postdoctoral researcher and later advancing to faculty positions, where he has contributed extensively to both teaching and mentoring graduate students. Dr. Ali’s research primarily focuses on photocatalysis, electrochemical treatment, hybrid treatment technologies, and sustainable materials for environmental applications.  He has also been granted multiple patents, secured national and international research funding, and actively serves as an editorial board member for reputed journals. With a global research outlook and dedication to sustainability, Dr. Ali continues to advance innovative solutions to address critical environmental challenges, contributing significantly to science and society.

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Featured Publications

“Nano-and microparticulate drug carriers for targeting of the inflamed intestinal mucosa”

“Anti-neuroinflammatory potential of natural products in attenuation of Alzheimer’s disease”

“Budesonide loaded nanoparticles with pH-sensitive coating for improved mucosal targeting in mouse models of   inflammatory bowel diseases”

“Advances in orally-delivered pH-sensitive nanocarrier systems; an optimisti approach for the treatment of       inflammatory bowel disease”

“Poncirin attenuates CCL4-induced liver injury through inhibition of oxidative  stress”

Dan Ioan Avasiloaiei | Agricultural Science and Innovation | Environmental Engineering Award

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Dr. Dan Ioan Avasiloaiei | Agricultural Science and Innovation | Environmental Engineering Award

Vegetable Research and Development Station Bacău | Romania

Dan-Ioan Avasiloaiei is an experienced researcher in organic horticulture and protected cultivation technologies, with over 10 peer-reviewed articles in international journals and several national scientific contributions; his approximate citation record is 77, and h-index is 3, but his work has gained recognition in the organic vegetable cultivation community. He holds a PhD in Sciences from “Ion Ionescu de la Brad” University of Life Sciences Iași, Romania, and master’s and engineering degrees in horticulture. During his career he has held positions spanning full-time researcher roles, PhD student, crop and packhouse manager in the UK, and currently serves as III Grade Research Scientist at VRDS Bacău, heading research, development and production activities in the Organic Agriculture Laboratory. His research interests include sustainable organic vegetable production; intercropping systems; allelopathic interactions; climate‐smart protected cultivation; carbon farming; minor and medicinal plants; disease and pest management under ecological conditions. He has led and partnered in projects aiming to improve vegetable cultivation technologies under protected spaces, reduce chemical inputs, and optimize resource use in changing climates. His contributions have been disseminated via journals, proceedings, and scientific papers. He continues to pursue innovation in regenerative and ecological agriculture practices, with a strong focus on producing safe, sustainable and resilient food systems.

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Featured Publications

“Study on the application of bioregulatory substances in organic tomato crop”

“The study of sexual pheromone traps for pest monitoring, cabbage moth – Mamestra brassicae L.”

“The assessment of carbon farming practices for the ecological vegetable growing system–a review”

“Review on the positive influence of intercropping systems for organic vegetable growing.”

“Preliminary studies regarding some allelopathic interactions in vegetables intercropping systems”

Michel Stéphane Heya | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Review Paper Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Michel Stéphane Heya | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Review Paper Award

 Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León | Mexico

Dr. Michel Stéphane Heya is a distinguished researcher and professor specializing in biotechnology, with a Ph.D. from the Institute of Biotechnology, Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León, Mexico. As a member of the National System of Researchers and Investigators (SNII), he has contributed extensively to the bioprospecting of green alternatives for human health and the development of nanomedicines for controlled pharmacological delivery. His work spans nephroprotective, antifungal, antibacterial, and anticancer applications, employing natural compounds, polymeric nanoparticles, and exosome-based nanocarriers. Dr. Heya has published over 50 scientific articles and book chapters in high-impact journals, accumulating more than 127 citations, with an h-index of 4. His ongoing research focuses on integrating traditional medicine with advanced nanotechnologies to enhance therapeutic efficacy and sustainability. Recognized for his innovative approaches to green nanomedicine, Dr. Heya continues to expand interdisciplinary research, training the next generation of scientists, and promoting environmentally friendly biomedical solutions. His work demonstrates a commitment to advancing health sciences while fostering sustainable and translational research applications.

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Featured Publications

“In Vitro Antifungal Antibacterial Activity of Partitions from Euphorbia tirucalli”

“Diagnóstico de la tinea pedis y tinea unguium en la zona metropolitana de Monterrey, Nuevo León, México”

“Colon Cancer: Overview on Improved Therapeutic Potential of Plant-Based Compounds Using Nanotechnology”

“Plasma Antioxidant Capacity Is Related to Dietary Intake, Body Composition, and Stage of Reproductive Aging in   Women”

“In vitro antifungal activity of polymeric nanoparticles loaded with Euphorbia tirucalli extract”

Avinash Kumar | Biology and Life Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Avinash Kumar | Biology and Life Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Long Island University Arnold and Marie Schwartz College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences | United States

Assist. Prof. Dr. Avinash Kumar, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor at the Arnold & Marie Schwartz College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Long Island University, Brooklyn, NY. With a Ph.D. in Biotechnology from the University of Pune, India, his doctoral work focused on biochemical and biophysical characterization of class II α-mannosidases. He completed postdoctoral research at the University of Mississippi Medical Center and National Center for Cell Science, India, investigating transcriptional and post-translational programs driving prostate cancer progression. His research aims to develop personalized and precision medicine strategies targeting metastatic and high-risk prostate cancer, including health disparities in African American men. Dr. Kumar utilizes high-throughput single-cell genomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics in combination with genetically engineered and xenograft mouse models, patient tissues, and complementary cell line studies. He has mentored numerous graduate, undergraduate, and Pharm.D. students, directed the Molecular Imaging Core at LIU, and actively serves on institutional committees and as a reviewer for top journals. Dr. Kumar has published 28 peer-reviewed articles, 5 book chapters, and over 20 conference abstracts, with an h-index of 17 , 873 citations, and 29 publications. He has received multiple fellowships, awards, and research grants and continues to advance translational cancer therapeutics through rigorous preclinical and mechanistic studies.

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Featured Publications

“Reprogrammed Lipid Metabolism-Associated Therapeutic Vulnerabilities in Prostate Cancer”

“The Therapeutic Efficacy and Mechanism of Action of Gnetin C, a Natural Compound from the Melinjo Plant,     Preclinical Mouse Model of Advanced Prostate Cancer”

“AI & experimental-based discovery and preclinical IND-enabling studies of selective BMX inhibitors for       development of cancer therapeutics”

“Data from Dietary Pterostilbene for MTA1-Targeted Interception in High-Risk Premalignant Prostate Cancer”

“Supplementary Figure 1-2; Supplementary Table 1-4 from Dietary Pterostilbene for MTA1-Targeted Interception   in   High- Risk Premalignant Prostate Cancer”

Manouchehr Fadaee | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Manouchehr Fadaee | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Tabriz University of Medical Sciences | Iran

Dr. Manouchehr Fadaee is an accomplished researcher recognized for his contributions to microbiology, immunology, cancer biology, and host–pathogen interactions.  demonstrating consistent productivity and influence in the field. His academic journey is rooted in biomedical sciences, where he advanced his expertise in immunotherapy, cancer progression, gut microbiome, infectious diseases, and exosome-mediated communication. Dr. Fadaee has experience collaborating with international journals, contributing impactful reviews and original research articles in leading platforms such as Journal of Drug Targeting, Cancer Cell International, Cell Communication and Signaling, Breast Cancer Research, and American Journal of Reproductive Immunology. His research interests span exosome-based therapies, postbiotics, gut microbiota, autoimmunity, cancer immunotherapy, and novel antimicrobial strategies. Beyond research, he has actively served as a peer reviewer for journals including Journal of Drug Targeting and Cell Biology International, enhancing the quality of scientific discourse. With several impactful works on immunotherapy and microbial interventions, Dr. Fadaee continues to advance innovative approaches to combat cancer and infectious diseases, making him a promising leader in biomedical research.

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Featured Publications

“The Cytotoxic and Immune‐Regulatory Roles of CD8+T Cell‐Derived Exosomes in Cancer: A Systematic Review”

“Gut microbiome and colorectal cancer: From pathogenesis to treatment”

“Potential of Vaginal Microbiota Transplantation (VMT) in Endometritis Management”

“Cyclophosphamide‐Induced Infertility and the Impact of Antioxidants”

“Exosome therapeutics for non-small cell lung cancer tumorigenesis”

Yan Ding | Biology and Life Sciences | Excellence in Research

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Prof. Yan Ding | Biology and Life Sciences | Excellence in Research

China Medical University | China

Dr. Yan Ding is a biomedical researcher with a doctorate from China Medical University, Shenyang. Her academic training includes a Bachelor’s degree from Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, a Master’s and PhD from China Medical University. Since 2013, she has progressed through roles in experimental research—assistant experimentalist, experimentalist, and since 2022, senior experimentalist—at the Institute of Metabolic Disease Research & Drug Development and the College of Basic Medical Science. Her research focuses on molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying lung injury, inflammation, epithelial sodium transport, miRNA regulation, pulmonary fibrosis and herbal / natural compounds’ effects. She has published numerous first-author papers addressing roles of miRNAs (e.g. miR-130a-3p, miR-199a-3p, miR-21), luteolin’s therapeutic potential, regulation of epithelial sodium channel (ENaC), anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory pathways. she has an h-index of 6 with 143 citations overall. Throughout her career, she has also contributed to studies of lung fluid clearance, regulatory mechanisms during viral infections, and herbal monomers in edematous disorders. Awards include recognition for excellence in experimental work (institutional). In conclusion, Dr. Ding is an emerging researcher building a solid track record in pulmonary molecular biology, with demonstrated expertise in miRNAs, ion channel regulation, and translational potential in lung disease therapy.

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Featured Publications

“Factors influencing the provision of public health services by village doctors in   Hubei and Jiangxi provinces,
China”

“Practical actions for fostering cross-disciplinary global health research: lessons from a narrative literature         review”

“Healthcare seeking behaviour among Chinese elderly”

“A cost-effectiveness analysis of three components of a syndromic surveillance system for the early warning of   epidemics in rural China”

“Qualitative study exploring lessons from Liberia and the UK for building a people-centred resilient health system response to COVID-19”

Sravya Yelamanchili | Industrial Engineering | Industrial Engineering Award

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Mrs. Sravya Yelamanchili | Industrial Engineering | Industrial Engineering Award

Juniper Elbow Co. Inc | United States

Mrs. Sravya Yelamanchili is an Industrial and Mechanical Engineer with over a decade of hands-on experience in advanced manufacturing especially in the naval and marine systems domain where she has engineered high-integrity marine closures such as watertight, airtight, and ballistic hatches, doors, and scuttles.  Her professional journey includes roles such as Methods Engineer and Engineering Manager, during which she designed detailed assembly protocols, developed configurable BOM frameworks, led ERP (MACOLA, Syteline) migrations, instituted SOPs, and drove continuous improvement programs using lean and Six Sigma principles. Her certifications include Six Sigma Green Belt and NDT Level II (Visual Testing). Her research work spans surface roughness modeling robotics in welding, and process parameter optimization. She has authored peer-reviewed publications and is cited in international journals; her current h-index is [h-index value, 4 with approximately citation count, 115 total citations. She has been recognized for technical leadership and Gold Medal achievement in her undergraduate degree. With deep expertise in process standardization, lean transformation, and engineering leadership, she continues to drive innovation in marine manufacturing, with particular interest in improving first-pass yield, reducing production lead times, and integrating advanced tooling and robotics to raise quality and throughput.

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Featured Publications

Yelamanchili, S. (2025, September 22). Use of additive technologies for the accelerated production of spare parts for marine hatches. International Journal of Science and Research.

Yelamanchili, S. (2025, September 10). Assessing the impact of robotic welding on the productivity of watertight-door manufacturing. International Journal of Scientific Engineering and Science.

Yelamanchili, S., Prasad, M. V. R. D., & Tejaswi, K. S. (2014, November 10). Study of the influence of process parameters on surface roughness when Inconel 718 is dry turned using CBN cutting tool by artificial neural network approach. International Journal of Materials, Mechanics and Manufacturing.