Kinga Grzech-Lesniak | Biotechnology | Excellence in Research Award

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Prof. Dr. Kinga Grzech-Lesniak | Biotechnology | Excellence in Research Award

Wroclaw Medical University | Poland

Prof. Kinga Grzech-Leśniak, DMD, MSc, PhD, is a clinician-scientist and Full Professor serving as Head of the Department of Integrated Dentistry and Director of the Laser Laboratory at Wroclaw Medical University, Poland, with an affiliated Full Professorship at Virginia Commonwealth University, USA. She holds advanced specialization in periodontology and oral pathology and a Master of Science in Laser Dentistry from Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome. Her work is widely recognized and highly cited, reflecting strong translational impact. Her research interests center on photobiomodulation (PBM), antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT), and nonsurgical and surgical laser applications for periodontal and peri-implant diseases, alongside oral microbiology and pathology to underpin evidence-based, minimally invasive care. Prof. Grzech-Leśniak has received major honors, including the World’s Top 2% Scientists recognition and the Polish Ministry of Health Scientific and Educational Award. She provides extensive international leadership across laser dentistry organizations and directs the EMDOLA European Master program. In conclusion, her integrated clinical expertise, rigorous science, and global leadership continue to advance laser-assisted dentistry and improve patient outcomes.


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An In Vitro Study Comparing Debonding of Orthodontic Ceramic and Metal Brackets Using Er:YAG Laser and Conventional Pliers
Aous Abdulmajeed, Tiannie Phan, Kinga Grzech-Leśniak, Janina Golob Deeb, Applied Sciences, 2025.

Effects of Er:YAG and Nd:YAG Lasers with Photobiomodulation on Alveolar Bone Preservation Post-Extraction: A Randomized Clinical Control Trial
Magdalena Gryka-Deszczyńska, Zuzanna Grzech-Leśniak, Diana Dembicka-Mączka, et al., Photonics, 2025.

Photodithazine-Mediated Antimicrobial Photodynamic Therapy: A Systematic Review of Efficacy and Applications
Rafał Wiench, Jakub Fiegler-Rudol, Kinga Grzech-Leśniak, et al., International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2025.

Liudmila Alexandrova | Biology and Life Sciences | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Liudmila Alexandrova | Biology and Life Sciences | Research Excellence Award

EIMB RAS | Russia

Liudmila A. Alexandrova is a senior researcher at the Engelhardt Institute of Molecular Biology, Russian Academy of Sciences (EIMB RAS), with a distinguished career spanning molecular biology, bioorganic and medicinal chemistry. She graduated from Lomonosov Moscow State University and completed postgraduate studies at EIMB RAS, followed by international postdoctoral research in Czechoslovakia and Germany as an Alexander von Humboldt Foundation Fellow. Her research focuses on the mechanisms of action of antiviral, antibacterial, and antifungal agents, with particular emphasis on the design and synthesis of nucleosides and nucleotides modified by heterocyclic bases and carbohydrate fragments.  She has contributed to and led competitive research projects, including a Russian Science Foundation grant  and has received two awards from the Russian Academy of Sciences. An experienced mentor, she has supervised four PhD dissertations and more than 35 diploma theses, currently guiding postgraduate researchers. Her scholarly record is documented through international research profiles underscoring her lasting contributions to antimicrobial drug discovery and nucleoside chemistry.


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Aizhan Omirbayeva | Energy and Sustainability | Young Scientist Award

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Mrs. Aizhan Omirbayeva | Energy and Sustainability | Young Scientist Award

L. N. Gumilyiev Eurasian National University | Kazakhstan

Omirbayeva Aizhan is a young researcher in Thermal Power Engineering with a strong academic foundation and growing international research profile. She holds a Bachelor’s degree and a Master of Technical Sciences degree  in Thermal Power Engineering and is currently pursuing a PhD in the same field at L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University. Her academic experience includes research, textbook authorship, laboratory guideline development, and student mentorship at the national level. Her primary research interests focus on coal gasification and solar-assisted coal gasification technologies, aiming to improve the efficiency and sustainability of Kazakhstan’s coal resources. She has received competitive research funding under the national  grant program and actively participates in international training programs on green energy and sustainability. Overall, her work demonstrates strong potential for advancing clean energy technologies and contributing to the next generation of sustainable power engineering research.


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Analysis of Fuel Gasification Using Solar Technology: A Patent Review
M. Zhumagulov, A. Omirbayeva, D. Papurello,
Gases, 2026.


Review of Coal Gasification Technologies and Their Applicability in Kazakhstan (Part I)
M.G. Zhumagulov, A. Ö. Omirbayeva,
Bulletin of Toraighyrov University – Energetics Series, 2025.

Technological Features of Obtaining BeO and Beryllium Ceramics by Slip Casting Method
A. Omirbayeva,
Bulletin of the L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, 2018.

Chetan Papade | Engineering and Technology | Outstanding Innovation Award

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Dr. Chetan Papade | Engineering and Technology | Outstanding Innovation Award

N.K.Orchid College of Engineering and Technology Solapur | India

Dr. Papade Chetan Vijaykumar is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering with over 17 years of combined academic, research, and limited industrial experience, specializing in solar energy systems and thermal sciences. He earned his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Savitribai Phule Pune University in 2024, an M.Tech. in Heat Power Engineering from Walchand College of Engineering, Sangli, and a B.E. in Mechanical Engineering. His teaching portfolio spans undergraduate and postgraduate courses including thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, refrigeration and air conditioning, computational fluid dynamics, renewable energy systems, and advanced solar technologies. Dr. Papade’s research interests encompass solar thermal systems, CFD, nano-mixed phase change materials, energy storage, refrigeration systems, and sustainable energy solutions.  His work has been recognized through multiple Best Faculty and Academic Excellence Awards, along with national-level teaching honors. He has successfully led several funded solar research projects, developed institutional research infrastructure, and holds multiple granted and filed patents in solar and IoT-based energy systems. Overall, Dr. Papade’s career demonstrates sustained contributions to engineering education, applied research, and renewable energy innovation.

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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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Saeed Esmailnia | Humanities and Science Integration | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Saeed Esmailnia | Humanities and Science Integration | Best Researcher Award

University of Science and Research | Iran

Dr. Saeed Esmailnia Meidani is an accomplished academic and researcher specializing in educational psychology, sociology, and psychometrics. With multiple degrees, including a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology from Azad University, Tehran, and ongoing doctoral research in Psychometrics at Saveh University, he has developed expertise across education, psychology, sociology, and demography. His academic journey also includes MAs in Educational Psychology, TOEFL, Sociology, and Demography, reflecting a multidisciplinary foundation. Professionally, Dr. Esmailnia has lectured at several universities such as Sari University, Payam Noor Qa’emshahr University, Farvardin University, and Chabahar Maritime University, where he also served as an educational counselor. His research focuses on ethical decision-making, intelligence, creativity, spiritual intelligence, problem-solving, and the sociology of behavior. He has contributed articles to Q1 and Q2 journals including Quality & Quantity, Acta Polytechnica Hungarica, and New Ideas in Psychology.  His scholarly achievements demonstrate a strong commitment to advancing interdisciplinary knowledge in education, psychology, and sociology. He aspires to further expand his research impact, contributing innovative approaches to human development, ethics, and learning.

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Papaleontiou–Louca, E., Esmailnia, S., & Thoma, N. (2022). A critical review of Maslow’s theory of spirituality. Journal of Spirituality in Mental Health, 24(4), 327–343.

Papaleontiou–Louca, E., Esmailnia, S., & Thoma, N. (2023). Spirituality of the developing person according to Maslow. New Ideas in Psychology, 69, 100994.

Nagy-Kondor, R., & Esmailnia, S. (2022). Development of spatial ability extra tasks (SAET): Problem solving with spatial intelligence. Quality & Quantity, 56(5), 3751–3768.

Nagy-Kondor, R., & Esmailnia, S. (2021). Polyhedrons vs. curved surfaces with mental cutting: Impact of spatial ability. Acta Polytechnica Hungarica, 18(6), 71–83.

Beikian, A., & Esmailnia, S. (n.d.). Effectiveness of data-driven learning in reducing phrasal verb-related errors among intermediate English as a foreign language learners. Iranian Journal of English for Academic Purposes (IJEAP).

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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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,

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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“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”

Daniel Paramythiotis | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Daniel Paramythiotis | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

University General Hospital of Thessaloniki AHEPA, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki | Greece

Prof.Dr. Daniel Paramythiotis is a Full Professor of Surgery at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AHEPA University Hospital), with extensive academic, clinical, and research contributions in general and hepatobiliary surgery. He earned his M.D. from Aristotle University, his Ph.D. in Medicine focusing on pneumoperitoneum and intra-abdominal perfusion, and an M.Sc. in Surgery of the Liver–Biliary Tract–Pancreas from Democritus University of Thrace. He further enriched his expertise through fellowships at prestigious institutions, including Heidelberg University, the Technical University of Munich, and St. Mark’s Hospital in London. With a prolific academic output of 392 publications, including 87 international journal articles, his research has achieved an H-index of 22, with over 1,637 international citations and a research interest score of 967.8. His primary research interests span hepatopancreatobiliary surgery, surgical oncology, minimally invasive techniques, and trauma surgery. Professor Paramythiotis has actively participated in more than 34 international conferences and 110 national symposia, delivering lectures and training sessions while mentoring young surgeons. His scientific excellence has been recognized with 12 awards for research papers and 3 recognition awards for contributions to surgery and medical education. As a committed academic, clinician, and educator, he continues to advance surgical knowledge and patient care worldwide.

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“Surgery Without Scalpel: Histotripsy as a Non-Invasive and Non-Thermal Modality for Liver Tumor Ablation”

“Pancreatic Endometriosis Coexisting with a Splenic Mesothelial Cyst: A Rare Case Report and Review of the Literature”

“Synchronous Pancreatic Neoplasms Involving Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma: A Systematic Review of Case Reports”

“The Effect of Hepatic Surgical Margins of Colorectal Liver Metastases on Prognosis: A Systematic Review and  Meta-Analysis”

“When to Intervene in Acute Necrotizing Pancreatitis: A Narrative Review of the Optimal Timing for Intervention Strategies”