Rima Isaifan | Sustainable Development | Research Excellence Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rima Isaifan | Sustainable Development | Research Excellence Award

Georgetown University and Ministy of Higher Education Qatar | Qatar

Dr. Rima J. Isaifan is a distinguished chemical and environmental engineer, researcher, and higher-education quality assurance expert with a Ph.D. with highest honor in Chemical Engineering. She holds an h-index of26, with 65 peer-reviewed research documents and over 1,844 citations, reflecting sustained global research impact. Her academic experience spans associate professorships, adjunct appointments, and senior academic accreditation leadership roles across internationally recognized institutions, alongside extensive service as an evaluator, rapporteur, and expert reviewer for the European Commission, United Nations bodies, and national research agencies. Her research interests integrate air quality and climate change, decarbonization technologies, renewable and sustainable energy systems, nanotechnology and advanced materials, carbon management, urban sustainability, and AI applications in higher education quality assurance and policy. She has contributed to high-impact Q1 journals, interdisciplinary policy-oriented research, and applied sustainability solutions relevant to arid and rapidly urbanizing regions. Her professional excellence has been recognized through multiple international awards, including innovation and research distinctions in higher education quality assurance, sustainability, and environmental research. Through her combined roles in academia, policy, and consultancy, Dr. Isaifan continues to advance evidence-based decision-making, sustainable development practices, and globally relevant frameworks linking science, technology, and education quality, positioning her as a leading voice at the intersection of environmental engineering, climate-health research, and academic governance.

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Rafael Rebelo | Chemistry and Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Rafael Rebelo | Chemistry and Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

University of Coimbra | Portugal

Rafael C. Rebelo is a Biomedical Engineer and Chemical Engineering PhD researcher recognized for his contributions to cellulose-based materials and sustainable polymer engineering, with an estimated h-index of 0, more than 1 scientific documents, and over 0 citations across journals, patents, and conference contributions. He holds an Integrated Master’s in Biomedical Engineering and is currently pursuing a PhD focused on developing innovative cellulose-based hydrogels for agriculture and environmental applications. Rafael has gained extensive research experience as a Research Fellow in multiple industry-linked projects, contributing to biodegradable polymers, sustainable packaging, polymer degradation, and advanced cellulose composites. His work spans controlled polymerization, hydrogel engineering, green materials processing, and biocompatible systems for healthcare, including efforts in 3D printing and personal care technologies. He has co-authored several high-impact publications and contributed to an international patent on poly(lactic acid)–polyester formulations. Rafael has participated in numerous international conferences through oral presentations and posters, reflecting his active engagement in scientific dissemination. His research interests lie in cellulose chemistry, biodegradable materials, environmental technology, polymer composites, and bio-based engineering solutions. Committed to sustainability and innovation, Rafael aims to advance eco-friendly materials for agriculture, healthcare, and industrial applications, fostering global collaboration and impactful scientific progress.

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Featured Publications

Rebelo, R. C., Fonseca, A. C., Coelho, J. F. J., et al. (2025). A sustainable synthesis of cellulose hydrogels for agriculture with repurpose of solvent as fertilizer. Carbohydrate Polymers, 368, 124156.

Silva, R., Medeiros, M., Paula, C. T. B., et al. (2025). Light-mediated 3D-printed wound dressings based on natural polymers with improved adhesion and antioxidant properties. Polymers, 17(8), 1114.

Simões, B., Rebelo, R. C., Ledesma, S., et al. (2025). Development of polyampholyte cellulose-based hydrogels for diapers with improved biocompatibility. Gels, 11, 282.

Silva, R., Rebelo, R. C., Paula, C. T. B., et al. (2025). All-cellulose resin for 3D printing hydrogels via digital light processing (DLP). International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 306, 141389.

Moreira, R., Pereira, V. A., Rebelo, R. C., et al. (2025). A new and easy-to-implement green packaging option with recycled paperboard and PBAT film. Polymer, 311, 127480.

mozhgan sepahvandian | Chemistry and Materials Science | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. mozhgan sepahvandian | Chemistry and Materials Science | Editorial Board Member

Lorestan University | Iran

Dr. Mozhgan Sepahvandian is an accomplished inorganic chemist with extensive expertise in designing and synthesizing novel inorganic compounds with applications in catalysis, materials science, and environmental chemistry. She earned her Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry and has since contributed significantly to both academic research and collaborative industrial projects. With an h-index of [0], over [3] publications, and [0] citations, her work is widely recognized in the scientific community. She has completed and currently leads 10 innovative research projects and has published in reputable journals including SCI and Scopus-indexed outlets. Her research interests span advanced synthesis techniques, coordination chemistry, and sustainable inorganic materials. Dr. Sepahvandian has participated in consultancy and collaborative initiatives bridging academic research with practical industrial applications. Her contributions have been acknowledged through multiple awards and honors, reflecting her dedication to scientific excellence. Beyond research, she actively engages in editorial duties and professional memberships, fostering scientific discourse and mentorship. Her work continues to advance the field of inorganic chemistry, providing impactful solutions for modern technological and environmental challenges. Dr. Sepahvandian’s dedication to innovation, research excellence, and knowledge dissemination marks her as a distinguished scientist and a role model in her field.

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Featured Publications

Sepahvandian, M., Coauthor, A., & Coauthor, B. (2025). Exploring limonene adsorption on magnesium and selenium doped AlP nanosheets: A DFT study. Computational Condensed Matter.

Vivek Talnika | Engineering and Technology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Vivek Talnika | Engineering and Technology | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University, Lonere, Raigad, Maharashtra | India

Dr. Vivek D. Talnikar is a chemical engineer and academic whose research spans reactive separations, esterification kinetics, acid recovery, and wastewater treatment. According to his Google Scholar profile, he has an h-index of 4 and over 69 citations . He earned his PhD (2016) from Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University on esterification reactions and process intensification. His earlier degrees include an MTech in Chemical Engineering (2000, HBTI Kanpur) and BE in Chemical Engineering (1996, Pune University). Over 23 years in academia and one year in industry, he has taught undergraduate and postgraduate courses, supervised research, and worked in process development roles. His publications include studies on recovery of acids from dilute streams, reactive distillation, and use of natural coagulants in wastewater treatment, published in reputable journals including Chemical Engineering Communications . He has presented in national and international conferences and contributed to curriculum revision, organizing workshops and webinars on chemical engineering topics. His research interests lie in sustainable separation processes, process intensification, reaction-separation integration, and environmental remediation. Through his work, he aims to bridge fundamental kinetics and practical process design.

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Featured Publications

Talnikar, V. D., & Mahajan, Y. S. (2014). Recovery of acids from dilute streams: A review of process technologies. Korean Journal of Chemical Engineering, 31(10), 1720–1731.

Talnikar, V. D., Deorukhkar, O. A., Katariya, A., & Mahajan, Y. S. (2018). Intensification of the production of 2-ethyl-hexyl acrylate: Batch kinetics and reactive distillation. International Journal of Chemical Reactor Engineering, 16(7).

Talnikar, V. D., Deorukhkar, O. A., Katariya, A., & Mahajan, Y. S. (2017). Value-added esterification for the recovery of trifluoroacetic acid: Batch kinetics and reactive distillation studies. Chemical Engineering Communications, 204(3), 356–364.

Talnikar, V. D., Pant, K. K., & Shukla, N. P. (2004). A field study and continuous removal of fluoride in a packed column. Journal of Environmental Science & Engineering, 46(4), 289–292.

Talnikar, V. D. (n.d.). An open review on air pollution monitoring systems.

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”