Hacene Mellah | Electrical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Hacene Mellah | Electrical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

bouira university | Algeria

Dr. Hacene Mellah is an Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering at Université de Bouira, Algeria. His education includes an Ingenieur degree (2006) with a focus on electrical machine control, a Magister (2009) in electrical machines and control, a PhD (2020) in electrical machines, and his habilitation à diriger des recherches (HDR). He conducts research in estimation techniques of intrinsic machine parameters and thermal behaviour, fault diagnosis, renewable energy systems (wind, PV, hybrid), and control strategies for advanced electrical machines and drives. According to the AD Scientific Index (2025), his total h-index is 7, with about 91 citations and 24 indexed documents. A recent years his work has focused on observer design, neural networks, finite element modelling (FEM), and smart control of doubly fed induction generators among other topics. He has published in a number of peer-reviewed journals as well as international conferences. His contributions have enhanced understanding of sensorless control, fault modelling, and thermal monitoring for electrical machines, particularly under transient or non-linear conditions. Looking forward, he aims to expand his research in intelligent control, sustainable energy integration, and improved diagnostics. He seeks collaborations and impact through both theoretical development and practical applications in electrical drive systems.

Profiles : Scopus | Orcid | Google Scholar

Featured Publications

Sahraoui, H., Mellah, H., Drid, S., & Chrifi-Alaoui, L. (2021). Adaptive maximum power point tracking using neural networks for photovoltaic systems according grid. Electrical Engineering & Electromechanics, (5), 57–66.

Mellah, H., Hemsas, K. E., & Taleb, R. (2016). Intelligent sensor based Bayesian neural network for combined parameters and states estimation of a brushed DC motor. International Journal of Advanced Computer Science and Applications (IJACSA), 7(7), 230–235.

Mellah, H., & Hemsas, K. E. (2013). Simulations analysis with comparative study of a PMSG performances for small WT application by FEM. International Journal of Energy Engineering, 3(2), 55–64.

Maafa, A., Mellah, H., Ghedamsi, K., & Aouzellag, D. (2022). Improvement of sliding mode control strategy founded on cascaded doubly fed induction generator powered by a matrix converter. Engineering, Technology & Applied Science Research, 12(5), 9217–9223.

Bounasla, N., Hemsas, K. E., & Mellah, H. (2015). Synergetic and sliding mode controls of a PMSM: A comparative study. Journal of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, 3(1-1), 22–26.

Yogesh Bhola | Chemistry and Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Yogesh Bhola | Chemistry and Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Shri m.p pandya Science college | India

Dr. Yogesh O. Bhola is an accomplished researcher and academic in the field of synthetic organic chemistry, with a research focus on aromatic heterocyclic chemistry including pyrazolyl, triazole, and thiazole derivatives. He earned his Ph.D. in Synthetic Organic Chemistry from Saurashtra University, where his thesis explored pharmacologically active compounds through novel catalytic cyclization methods. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Applied and Interdisciplinary Science Department at Sardar Patel University, he has previously held teaching and leadership roles at various academic institutions across Gujarat. His research contributions includeh-index of 2, and 27 citations, reflecting his growing impact in medicinal chemistry and drug discovery. Dr. Bhola’s work encompasses total synthesis, parallel synthesis, catalysis, and green chemistry, with applications in antimicrobial and pharmacological studies. He has authored and co-authored several academic books on spectroscopy, polymer chemistry, inorganic chemistry, and laboratory safety, contributing to both knowledge dissemination and laboratory best practices. Recognized with multiple awards, including clearing CSIR-NET twice, GSET, and GATE, as well as prizes in national competitions and conferences, he has established himself as a dedicated scholar. With his strong academic background and interdisciplinary approach, Dr. Bhola continues to advance innovative research in medicinal and applied chemistry.

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Featured Publications

Bhola, Y., & Socha, B., et al. (2020). Molecular structure, DFT studies, Hirshfeld surface analysis, energy frameworks and molecular docking studies of novel (E)-1-(4-chlorophenyl)-5-methyl-N-((3-methylene)-1H-1,2,3-triazole-4-carbohydrazide) molecular crystal and liquid crystals. Molecular Crystals and Liquid Crystals.

Bhola, Y., Dodeja, K., Dholariya, P., & Naliapara, Y. (2019). Synthesis of formic acid catalyzed and cyclized novel modified route for N,7-diphenyl-7H-benzo[7,8]chromeno[2,3-d]pyrimidin-8-amine derivatives and study of their antimicrobial profile. Asian Journal of Organic and Medicinal Chemistry.

Kapadiya, K., Dubal, G., Bhola, Y., & Dholaria, P. (2019). Synthesis and antimicrobial evaluation of 1,3,4-oxadiazole bearng Schiff base moiety. Asian Journal of Organic and Medicinal Chemistry.

Bhola, Y., & Naliapara, Y. T. (2019). Microwave synthesis and antibacterial activities of some 2-amino-6-(phenylthio)pyridine-3,5-dicarbonitrile derivatives containing 1,3,4-oxadiazole moiety. World Scientific News, 117, 221–227.

Bhola, Y., Naliapara, A., Modi, J., & Naliapara, Y. (2019). Synthesis and biological activity of pyrazole and 1,2,3-triazole containing heterocyclic compounds. World Scientific News, 117, 29–43.

Giulia Mauri | Medicine and Health Sciences | Young Researcher Award

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Dr. Giulia Mauri | Medicine and Health Sciences | Young Researcher Award

Istituto Clinico Humanitas | Italy

Dr. Giulia Mauri is an accomplished general surgery resident in her fourth year at a leading research hospital in Milan. After earning her Medical Degree cum laude from Università degli Studi di Pavia in 2018, with Erasmus studies in Finland and France, she completed the Italian Board MD exam in 2019. Her training spans across multiple domains: general and HPB (hepato-pancreato-biliary) surgery, pancreatic surgery, upper GI, colorectal, transplant surgery, emergency & trauma, endoscopy, ultrasound, otolaryngology, and interventional radiology. She has also engaged in physician roles in intensive and sub-intensive care, as well as emergency medicine, including service during the COVID-19 pandemic. Her research output includes multiple multicenter cohort studies, technical manuscripts on surgical techniques such as anatomical segmentectomies, assessments of frailty in open abdomen surgery, and studies in gallbladder drainage methods in fragile patients. Awards include competitive fellowships (e.g. Rita Levi Montalcini), merit-based residencies, and other academic fellowships. Her research interests lie in surgical innovation, patient frailty, outcomes in emergency and trauma surgery, hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery, and minimally invasive / robotic techniques. Her publication record comprises 7 documents, with 12 total citations and an h-index of 3. She aims to further contribute to evidence-based surgery, mentoring, and global surgical care.

Profiles : Scopus | Orcid

Featured Publications

Bunino, F. M., Zulian, D., Famularo, S., Persichetti, G. W. L., Mauri, G., & Del Fabbro, D. (2025). Open abdomen versus primary closure in nontrauma patients: A weighted analysis of a single-center experience. Journal of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery.

Procopio, F., Galvanin, J., Mauri, G., Famularo, S., Pedicini, V., Milana, F., Costa, G., & Torzilli, G. (2025). Predictive model of intrahepatic collateral vessels among hepatic veins in patients with liver tumors involving the caval confluence. Surgery.

Torzilli, G., Galvanin, J., Mauri, G., Costa, G., Branciforte, B., Milana, F., Palmisano, A., & Procopio, F. (2025). Sliced liver hepatectomy: A new type of scaffold-sparing hepatectomy for multiple bilobar colorectal liver metastases. Surgical Oncology.

Kaplan, L. J., Martinez-Casas, I., Mohseni, S., Cimino, M., Kurihara, H., Lee, M. J., Bass, G. A., Dogjani, A., Subashi, K., Doci, K., & Mauri, G. (2025). Small bowel obstruction outcomes according to compliance with the World Society of Emergency Surgery Bologna guidelines. British Journal of Surgery.

Bunino, F., Marrano, E., Carbone, F., Mauri, G., Ceolin, M., Penazzi, R., Zucchini, N., Biloslavo, A., & Kurihara, H. (2024). Clinical Frailty Score is a good predictor of postoperative mortality in patients undergoing open abdomen surgery: A multicenter retrospective cohort study. Minerva Surgery.

Raphael Capelli Guerra | Biomedical Engineering | Best Research Article Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Raphael Capelli Guerra | Biomedical Engineering | Best Research Article Award

Hospital Sírio-Libanês / Faculdade Israelita de Ciências da Saúde Albert Einstein | Brazil

Dr. Raphael Capelli Guerra is a distinguished Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon with a strong academic and clinical background in Brazil and abroad.  His expertise was further enhanced through an international fellowship in oral and maxillofacial surgery at the renowned Peking University School of Stomatology, China. Dr. Guerra has extensive hospital experience, serving as Head of the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Hospital Metropolitano de Sarandi, and as a specialist at the Maringá Dental Hospital. He has presented his work at numerous national and international conferences and is actively engaged in academic collaborations. Recognized for his commitment to advancing patient care and surgical education, Dr. Guerra continues to combine research, teaching, and clinical excellence, contributing significantly to the development of oral and maxillofacial surgery.

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Featured Publications

Guerra, R. C. (2023–present). Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Hospital Municipal Dr. Arthur Ribeiro Saboya, São Paulo, SP, Brazil.

Guerra, R. C. (2017–present). Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon. Hospital Beneficência Portuguesa de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil.

Guerra, R. C. (2015–present). Postgraduate Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Hospital Sírio-Libanês, São Paulo, SP, Brazil.

Guerra, R. C. (2015–present). Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon. Hospital e Maternidade São Luiz Unidade Itaim, São Paulo, SP, Brazil.

Guerra, R. C. (2015–present). Head of Department, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Grupo Leforte, São Paulo, SP, Brazil.

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.

Profile : Google Scholar | Orcid

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”