Ahmad Abdi | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ahmad Abdi | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Department of Exercise Physiology, Am.C., Islamic Azad University, Amol | Iran

Dr. Ahmad Abdi is an Associate Professor in Sport Physiology at Islamic Azad University, Ayatollah Amoli Branch, With a BSc and MSc in Physical Education and Sports Science from Shahid Beheshti University and Central Tehran Branch respectively, and a PhD in Sport Physiology from the Science and Research Branch of Tehran, he brings deep academic grounding. He has taught human anatomy, sports nutrition, physiology and coaching across multiple Azad University campuses, while also serving in leadership roles such as Head of the Faculty of Physical Education. His research interest spans exercise intervention, nutritional supplements, molecular-cellular adaptations to training, and the use of medicinal plant extracts in metabolic disorders and cardiovascular health. He has published books on exercise, diet and atherosclerosis, and on plyometric training to improve athletic performance. His active roles as conference organizer, reviewer and committee chair underscore his commitment to academic service. In conclusion, his combined expertise in applied sport science, molecular physiology and educational leadership positions him as a seasoned contributor to the fields of exercise physiology and metabolic health research.

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Featured Publications

Abdi, A., Farzanegi, P., Abaszade, H., & Habibi, M. (2018). Effect of 8 weeks aerobic training with cinnamon extract on retinol binding protein 4 (RBP4) and insulin resistance in rats fed with high-fructose. Journal of Neyshabur University of Medical Sciences, 5(4), 52–61.

Fani, F., Abbassi Daloii, A., & Abdi, A. (2016). The effect of 8 weeks of endurance training and L-NAME on Apelin in adipose tissue in elderly male rats. Journal of Practical Studies of Biosciences in Sport, 4(8), 77–88.

Siddiqui, A., Abdi, A., & Azarbayjani, A. M. (2019). The effect of aerobic exercise on some indicators of cardiac tissue apoptosis in male rats. Feyz Scientific Research Journal: Kashan University of Medical Sciences, 23(5).

Abdi, A., Mehrabani, J., Nordvall, M., Wong, A., Fallah, A., & Bagheri, R. (2022). Effects of concurrent training on irisin and fibronectin type-III domain containing 5 (FNDC5) expression in visceral adipose tissue in type-2 diabetic rats. Archives of Physiology and Biochemistry, 128(3), 651–656.

Azarbayjani, M. A., Fathi, R., Daloii, A. A., Abdi, A., & Fatolahi, H. (n.d.). Acute hematological profile response to one session of aerobic and anaerobic exercise among young male kickboxers. Turkish Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation / Turkiye Fiziksel Tip ve Rehabilitasyon Dergisi.

Saeed Esmailnia | Humanities and Science Integration | Best Researcher Award

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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Featured Publications

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).