Dingqin Hu | Chemistry and Materials Science | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Dingqin Hu | Chemistry and Materials Science | Research Excellence Award

 City University of Hong Kong | China

Dingqin Hu is an early-career materials and energy researcher specializing in organic photovoltaics and sustainable optoelectronic materials, with research outputs. He received his PhD in Energy Power Engineering from Chongqing University after completing MSc and BSc degrees in Materials Science and Engineering at Sichuan University. His professional experience spans assistant research fellow service at the Chongqing Institute of Green and Intelligent Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, and current postdoctoral research at City University of Hong Kong, where his work focuses on scalable fabrication, morphology control, and efficiency–stability trade-offs in organic solar cells. His research interests include non-fullerene acceptors, polymer and small-molecule photovoltaics, ink-state aggregation control, and large-area device manufacturing. He has authored multiple highly cited papers in top journals such as Advanced Materials, Energy & Environmental Science, Joule, and Advanced Science, alongside several national and international patents. His achievements have been recognized through young researcher exchange awards, excellent employee and CPC honors, and first-prize academic paper awards at regional science and technology conferences. Overall, his work contributes significantly to advancing efficient, stable, and industrially viable organic photovoltaic technologies.

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All-Small-Molecule Organic Solar Cells with an Ordered Liquid Crystalline Donor
H. Chen, D. Hu, Q. Yang, J. Gao, J. Fu, K. Yang, H. He, S. Chen, Z. Kan, et al.
Joule, 2019.

15% Efficiency All-Small-Molecule Organic Solar Cells Enabled by a Fullerene Additive
D. Hu, Q. Yang, H. Chen, F. Wobben, V. M. Le Corre, R. Singh, T. Liu, et al.
Energy & Environmental Science, 2020.

Additive-Induced Miscibility Regulation and Hierarchical Morphology Enable 17.5% Binary Organic Solar Cells
J. Lv, H. Tang, J. Huang, C. Yan, K. Liu, Q. Yang, D. Hu, et al.
Energy & Environmental Science, 2021.

Delicate Morphology Control Triggers 14.7% Efficiency All-Small-Molecule Organic Solar Cells
H. Tang, H. Chen, C. Yan, J. Huang, P. W. K. Fong, J. Lv, D. Hu, et al.
Advanced Energy Materials, 2020.

15% Efficiency All-Small-Molecule Organic Solar Cells Achieved by a Locally Asymmetric F, Cl Disubstitution Strategy
D. Hu, Q. Yang, Y. Zheng, H. Tang, S. Chung, R. Singh, J. Lv, et al.
Advanced Science, 2021.

Meriem Smati | Engineering and Technology | Research Excellence Award

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Ms. Meriem Smati | Engineering and Technology | Research Excellence Award

INSA Lyon – Polytechnique Montreal | France

Meriem Smati is a doctoral researcher in a dual-degree PhD program in Computer Science and Industrial Engineering at INSA Lyon and Polytechnique Montréal, focusing on advanced digital engineering and intelligent systems. She holds an Engineer and Master’s degree in Systems Engineering from the Higher School of Computer Science (ESI SBA) and a Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems and Software Engineering, graduating as valedictorian. Her academic and professional experience includes PhD-level research, adjunct lecturing in computer science, and multiple international research internships. Her research interests center on Digital Twins, System-of-Systems engineering, resilience modeling, cognitive and data-driven twins, IoT systems, anomaly detection, and smart city applications, integrating machine learning and simulation-based architectures. She has authored and co-authored peer-reviewed journal and conference publications, a scientific book, and several applied research reports. Her scholarly output is reflected in an approximate. Her work has been recognized through prestigious distinctions, including Best Paper and Best Poster awards at international conferences. Overall, her profile reflects a dynamic early-career researcher contributing impactful methodologies and architectures for resilient, intelligent, and sustainable digital systems.

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Laura Ferrer | Chemistry and Materials Science | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Laura Ferrer | Chemistry and Materials Science | Research Excellence Award

University of the Balearic Islands | Spain

Laura Ferrer is a highly cited researcher in environmental radioactivity and analytical chemistry. She has authored 35 peer-reviewed publications, many of which are widely referenced in leading journals such as Journal of Analytical Atomic Spectrometry, Talanta, TrAC Trends in Analytical Chemistry, and Food Chemistry. Her academic training and professional experience are rooted in advanced analytical methodologies, environmental monitoring, and radiochemical analysis, with extensive collaboration across European and Latin American institutions. Throughout her career, she has contributed significantly to the development of automated flow analysis systems, multisyringe flow injection techniques, and trace-level determination of radionuclides and heavy metals in environmental and food samples. Her research interests span environmental contamination, heavy metal partitioning, radiochemical automation, water quality monitoring, and analytical instrumentation, addressing both methodological innovation and real-world environmental challenges. Her work has supported funding-mandated open-access research and influenced regulatory and scientific practices in environmental assessment. Overall, Laura Ferrer’s academic contributions position her as a leading authority in environmental analytical chemistry, combining methodological excellence with high scientific visibility and long-term research impact.

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Marta Filipa Simões | Astrobiology | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Marta Filipa Simões | Astrobiology | Research Excellence Award

Macau University of Science and Technology | Macau

Marta Filipa Simões is an internationally recognized researcher in microbiology, mycology, astrobiology, and planetary protection, with strong interdisciplinary expertise spanning environmental microbiology, filamentous fungi, astromycology, and microgravity research. She has authored 29+ peer-reviewed scientific documents, accumulating 1,338 total citations (884 since 2021), with an h-index of 20 and an i10-index of 29, reflecting sustained global research impact. Her academic training and professional experience are rooted in life sciences, pharmaceutical sciences, and environmental biotechnology, with appointments and collaborations across leading international institutions and space-science programs. Her research focuses on extremophiles, fungal biodiversity, microbial survival in space and extreme environments, biogenic metal nanoparticles, antimicrobial resistance, and microbial applications in sustainability and planetary habitability models. She has contributed to highly cited works in journals such as Gene, AMB Express, Astrobiology, Life, and Environmental Chemistry Letters, and has played a significant role in advancing microbial astrobiology and planetary protection frameworks. Her scholarly excellence is supported by international collaborations, funded research initiatives, and contributions to quality management systems in microbial collections. Overall, her work bridges Earth and space microbiology, delivering high-impact science with relevance to health, sustainability, and space exploration.

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Ghasem Ahangari | Neuroscience | Excellence in Research

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Prof. Ghasem Ahangari | Neuroscience | Excellence in Research

National Institute of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology | Iran

Professor Ghasem Ahangari is a senior academic and research leader in medical biotechnology, molecular immunology, and neuroimmunogenetics, with more than three decades of sustained contributions to translational biomedical science.  He holds academic training in medical technology, hematology, and molecular clinical immunology, with advanced research experience in internationally recognized institutions, including the Karolinska Institute. His professional career includes long-term faculty appointments, departmental leadership, institute directorships, and coordination of national and international scientific programs. His research interests center on complex disorders such as cancer, autoimmune diseases, neuroimmune and psychosomatic conditions, inflammation, neurotransmitter receptor signaling, and molecular diagnostics, with increasing integration of artificial intelligence in medical research. Professor Ahangari has authored numerous high-impact journal articles, books, and patents, supervised graduate researchers, and organized major scientific workshops and symposia. He is a recipient of multiple academic and research awards from national and international scientific bodies. Overall, his career reflects a strong commitment to interdisciplinary research, academic leadership, and advancing precision medicine through molecular and systems-level approaches.

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Sardar Muhammad Usman | Social Sciences | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Sardar Muhammad Usman | Social Sciences | Research Excellence Award

COMSATS University Islamabad | Pakistan

Dr. Sardar Muhammad Usman is an Assistant Professor of Finance & Accounting at COMSATS University Islamabad, with over a decade of academic experience in teaching, research, and academic leadership. He holds a PhD in Finance (Enterprise Management) from Zhejiang University, China, an AACSB- and EQUIS-accredited institution, along with an MS in Finance from Umeå University, Sweden, and an MBA and BBA in Finance from the University of Peshawar. His scholarly work appears in leading journals indexed in SSCI and SCOPUS (Q1–Q3), with cumulative journal impact factors exceeding 48. Dr. Usman’s research interests span crowdfunding, fintech, sustainable finance, ESG disclosure, behavioral finance, machine learning applications in finance, and financial market efficiency. He has supervised PhD and MPhil researchers and is an HEC-approved PhD supervisor. His academic service includes editorial board membership, reviewer roles for high-impact journals, curriculum development, accreditation activities, and postgraduate evaluation committees. He has also secured competitive international research grants and completed doctoral and master’s studies under prestigious Chinese and Swedish government scholarships. Overall, Dr. Usman’s career reflects a strong integration of impactful research, innovative teaching, and meaningful contributions to sustainable and inclusive financial systems.

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What Factors Affect Patient Satisfaction in Public Sector Hospitals: Evidence from an Emerging Economy
A. Hussain, M. S. Sial, S. M. Usman, J. Hwang, Y. Jiang, A. Shafiq,
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 16(6), 994, 2019. (SCOPUS Q1, 138 Citations)


Prevalence of Burnout Among Primary Health Care Staff and Its Predictors: A Study in Iran
E. Zarei, F. Ahmadi, M. S. Sial, J. Hwang, P. A. Thu, S. M. Usman,
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 16(12), 2249, 2019. (SCOPUS Q1, 121 Citations)


The Effects of Creator Credibility and Backer Endorsement in Donation Crowdfunding Campaigns Success
F. A. S. Bukhari, S. M. Usman, M. Usman, K. Hussain,
Baltic Journal of Management, 15(2), 215–235, 2020. (SCOPUS Q2, 73 Citations)


Does the Role of Media and Founder’s Past Success Mitigate the Problem of Information Asymmetry? Evidence from a UK Crowdfunding Platform
S. M. Usman, F. A. S. Bukhari, M. Usman, D. Badulescu, M. S. Sial,
Sustainability, 11(3), 692, 2019. (SCOPUS Q1, 54 Citations)


Message Framing and Self-Conscious Emotions Help to Understand Pro-Environmental Consumer Purchase Intention: An ERP Study
M. Zubair, S. Iqbal, S. M. Usman, M. Awais, R. Wang, X. Wang,
Scientific Reports, 10, 18304, 2020. (SCOPUS Q1, 53 Citations)

Sridevi S | Engineering and Technology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Sridevi S | Engineering and Technology | Best Researcher Award

Presidency University | India

Dr. Sridevi S is an accomplished Assistant Professor in Computer Science and Engineering with over seventeen years of academic experience and a Ph.D. completed. She is currently associated with the School of CSE at Presidency University, Bangalore, where she actively contributes to teaching, curriculum design, accreditation activities, and student mentoring. Her academic background includes a Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering, an M.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering with distinction, and a Bachelor’s degree in Information Science and Engineering, also with distinction. Dr. Sridevi has extensive experience delivering core and advanced courses such as Data Structures, Computer Networks, Data Mining, Web Technologies, Full Stack Development, and multiple programming languages. Her research interests span 5G and beyond wireless networks, machine learning applications, data analytics, wireless sensor networks, deep learning, and intelligent network optimization. She has published several articles in reputed Scopus-indexed journals and conferences, and her reflects an h-index of 1 with 8 published documents and approximately 2 citations. In addition to her research contributions, she has authored technical books and book chapters with leading publishers. She has been recognized as Best Faculty and has received institutional appreciation for her leadership as Cultural Coordinator. Dr. Sridevi’s career reflects a strong commitment to academic excellence, impactful research, industry-aligned teaching, and holistic student development.

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DDM: Data-Driven Marketing Using AI, ML, and Big Data
N. N. Ahamed, S. Sridevi, AI-Powered Business Intelligence for Modern Organizations, IGI Global, pp. 79–102, 2025

Real-Time Interference Management in Next-Generation Wireless Systems
S. A. Abidi, D. P. P. D. Beemkumar Nagappan, S. Sridevi, Journal of Wireless Mobile Networks, Ubiquitous Computing, and Dependable Applications, 2025 (Scopus-Q2)

Heart Arrhythmia Classification Using Machine Learning Algorithms
V. Hiremani, R. M. Devadas, A. Pasha, S. Sridevi, 2nd International Conference on Ambient Intelligence in Health Care, 2023 (Scopus)

Child Safety & Tracking Management System Using GPS, Geo-Fencing and Android Application
S. Sridevi, S. Thakur, PiCES – Perspectives in Communication, Embedded Systems and Signal Processing, 2018

Indian Classical Percussion Instrument Tabla Taal Classification Using Fast Converging CNN
A. R. Sridevi S., Swati Sharma, Clara Kanmani, Nipun Sharma, Syed Abrar Ahmed, IEEE 4th World Conference on Applied Intelligence and Computing (AIC 2025), 2025 (Scopus)

Mohammad Hassan Sohouli | Medicine and Health Sciences | Research Excellence Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Mohammad Hassan Sohouli | Medicine and Health Sciences | Research Excellence Award

Tehran University of Medical Sciences | Iran

Dr. Mohammad Hassan Sohouli is an Assistant Professor and an accomplished researcher in Cellular and Molecular Nutrition and Clinical Nutrition, with a PhD completed from Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Iran. His academic training integrates molecular nutrition, clinical nutrition, and public health, forming a strong foundation for translational and evidence-based research. He has been an active speaker at national and regional scientific conferences, and he has served as Chief Director at the Gastroenterology and Hepatology Research Center for Pediatric Nutrition and as a specialist clinical nutritionist at the Children Medical Center, Tehran. Dr. Sohouli has contributed to 148 completed and ongoing research projects and authored more than 141 articles in SCI- and  journals, accumulating over 1,306 citations, with an H-index of  19. His research interests focus on childhood obesity, NAFLD, dietary patterns, gut microbiota, cardiometabolic outcomes, pediatric and maternal nutrition, and public health nutrition, with extensive expertise in systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and clinical trials. He has published three ISBN books, holds 13 patents, completed 68 consultancy projects, and received multiple recognitions as a top researcher, reflecting his sustained impact and leadership in nutrition science.

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Leone Ermes Romano | Space Exploration Technologies | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Leone Ermes Romano | Space Exploration Technologies | Young Scientist Award

Università degli studi di Napoli Federico II | Italy

Leone Ermes Romano is a plant biologist and space life sciences researcher specializing in plant adaptation to altered gravity environments, with a strong focus on sustainable food production for space exploration. He is currently a PhD researcher at the University of Naples Federico II, where he is also serving as Principal Investigator on European Space Agency–supported projects. Romano received advanced academic training in plant physiology and space biology, developing expertise in experimental design, spaceflight hardware development, and controlled-environment cultivation systems. His research experience includes leadership and key scientific roles in ESA and ASI projects such as SuperFood for Space, Wolffia Hyper-g, Rootrop, Multitrop, and WAPS, as well as hands-on work at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center during late-access flight preparations. His primary research interests include plant gravitropism, hypergravity and microgravity effects on growth, duckweed (Wolffia spp.) biology, space farming, and bioregenerative life-support systems. He has contributed to peer-reviewed scientific publications indexed in Scopus and currently holds a Scopus profile with h-index: 8, documents: 16, and citations: 140, reflecting a growing international research impact. Romano has been associated with award-winning ESA CORA projects and competitive space research initiatives. His work contributes to advancing space agriculture and resilient crop systems, supporting long-duration human space exploration and sustainable food technologies.

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