Month: September 2025

Hayet Soltani | Finance | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Hayet Soltani | Finance | Best Researcher Award

University of Sfax, Tunisia

Dr. Hayet Soltani, a Tunisian scholar, is an accomplished researcher in finance, business engineering, and digitalization of companies, with expertise spanning financial stress, investor sentiment, stock market dynamics, clean energy, and sustainable investments. She earned her Ph.D. in Finance (2020), Master’s in Finance (2016), and Bachelor’s in Finance (2013) from the Faculty of Economics and Management of Sfax, Tunisia, later enhancing her qualifications with a Ma   ter’s in Business Engineering and Digitalization of Companies (2023). She also undertook international research training, including a doctoral internship at Sorbonne Nouvelle University, Paris III (2019), and specialized courses in bibliometric analysis, Zotero, and soft skills certification. Professionally, Dr. Soltani has held multiple lecturer positions at leading Tunisian institutions, including the Higher Institute of Management of Gabes (2021–2024), the Higher Institute of Business Administration of Sfax (2025), and others, where she has contributed significantly to finance and management education. Her research interests include financial market integration, digital banking strategies, ESG investment forecasting, and the spillover effects between financial, cryptocurrency, and commodity markets, particularly during crises. She has authored 9 peer-reviewed Scopus-indexed publications with 61 citations and an h-index of 5, with works published in high-impact journals such as Quality & Quantity, Asia-Pacific Financial Markets, EuroMed Journal of Business, and the Journal of the Knowledge Economy, alongside several works under review. Her research skills include econometric modeling, bibliometric analysis, machine learning applications in finance, and advanced statistical software proficiency (EVIEWS, STATA, RATS, Bibliometrix, Zotero). She has actively participated in international conferences, presenting research on finance, AI, sustainability, and ethical investment. Recognized for her academic contributions, she has earned visibility in the International Research Awards on Science, Health, and Engineering, reflecting her rising impact in the global research community. In conclusion, Dr. Soltani’s strong academic foundation, professional teaching experience, international collaborations, and growing publication record highlight her as an emerging leader in financial economics and digitalization research, with promising potential to shape innovative frameworks that bridge finance, technology, and sustainability on a global scale.

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Featured Publications

  1. Soltani, H., Taleb, J., & Boujelbène Abbes, M. (2025). The directional spillover effects and time-frequency nexus between stock markets, cryptocurrency, and investor sentiment during the COVID-19 pandemic. European Journal of Management and Business Economics, 34(1), 23–46.

  2. Soltani, H., Aloulou, A., & Boujelbène Abbes, M. (2017). The impact of political instability on investor sentiment and market performance: Evidence from Tunisian Revolution. IUP Journal of Applied Finance, 23(4), 7–23.

  3. Soltani, H., & Boujelbène Abbes, M. (2023). The predictive power of financial stress on the financial markets dynamics: Hidden Markov model. Journal of Economics and Finance, 47(1), 94–115.

  4. Soltani, H., & Boujelbène Abbes, M. (2023). The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the nexus between the investor’s sentiment and the financial market dynamics: Evidence from the Chinese market. Asia-Pacific Journal of Business Administration, 15(5), 673–694.

  5. Soltani, H., & Boujelbène Abbes, M. (2025). Regime-specific spillover effects between financial stress, GCC stock markets, Brent crude oil, and the gold market. Journal of the Knowledge Economy, 16(2), 8840–8866.

Hiroko Tsukamura | Animal Reproduction | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Hiroko Tsukamura | Animal Reproduction | Best Researcher Award

Nagoya University, Japan

Prof. Dr. Hiroko Tsukamura, Emeritus Professor and Specially Appointed Professor at Nagoya University, Japan, is an internationally renowned scholar in the field of reproductive neuroendocrinology. She received her B.S. in Agriculture in 1979, M.S. in Agriculture in 1981, and Ph.D. in Bioagricultural Sciences in 1991 from Nagoya University, laying a strong foundation for her lifelong contributions to agricultural biosciences and reproductive health. Her professional journey spans over three decades at Nagoya University, where she served as Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and later Professor of the Graduate School of Bioagricultural Sciences before being appointed Vice-President, Director of the Center for Gender Equality, and Presidential Advisor, demonstrating her leadership in both scientific and administrative roles. Her research interests focus on reproductive neuroendocrinology, particularly the regulation of reproductive hormones, the role of hypothalamic neurons, and the effects of nutrition and stress on fertility, bridging the fields of endocrinology, agriculture, and health sciences. She is skilled in advanced neuroendocrine experimental techniques, reproductive physiology, molecular biology approaches, and cross-disciplinary collaborations that integrate bioagricultural sciences with medical research. With 194 publications, over 8,293 citations, and an h-index of 49, Prof. Tsukamura has made a global impact through high-quality research published in internationally indexed journals. She has also engaged in fruitful collaborations with leading institutions across the United States and Europe, further strengthening the international visibility of her work. Her achievements have been recognized through awards, leadership positions, and her active promotion of diversity and gender equality in academia. In conclusion, Prof. Dr. Hiroko Tsukamura’s distinguished career exemplifies the integration of cutting-edge research, academic leadership, and mentorship. Her pioneering studies in reproductive biology continue to shape global knowledge in neuroendocrinology and women’s health, making her a role model for future generations of scientists and a deserving recipient of international recognition.

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Featured Publications

  • Promoting diversity and gender equality for a brighter, more inclusive future of the Japan Endocrine Society. (2025). Endocrine Journal.

  • Nociceptin-opioid-related nociceptin receptor 1 signaling partly mediates glucoprivic suppression of luteinizing hormone pulses in female rats: Arcuate Kiss1 neurons as a possible target for nociceptin. (2025). Neuroendocrinology.

  • Neonatal aromatase inhibition blocked defeminization of AVPV Kiss1 neurons and LH surge-generating system in male rats. (2024). Endocrinology.

  • KNDy neurones and GnRH/LH pulse generation: Current understanding and future aspects. (2023). Journal of Neuroendocrinology.

  • Enkephalin-δ opioid receptor signaling mediates glucoprivic suppression of LH pulse and gluconeogenesis in female rats. (2023). Endocrinology.

Kai Zhao | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kai Zhao | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dalian Maritme University, China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kai Zhao is an accomplished researcher and academic at the School of Information Science and Technology, Dalian Maritime University, specializing in optoelectronic information science, micro-nano sensing, and environmental monitoring technologies. He obtained his Ph.D. in Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering from the University of Waterloo, Canada, in 2019, and subsequently completed a postdoctoral fellowship at ETH Zurich, Switzerland, before joining Dalian Maritime University as an Associate Professor in 2020. His professional experience covers teaching and research in areas such as micro-nanophotonic integration, digital logic design, signal and image processing, and optoelectronic detection systems, coupled with leadership in advanced projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China, Liaoning Provincial Foundation, and international innovation programs. Dr. Zhao’s research interests focus on micro-nano sensing and detection, microfluidic chips, artificial intelligence for micro-nano target recognition, intelligent sensing of marine micropollutants, microbial detection, clean energy, and invasive species identification, all of which reflect his commitment to sustainable marine technology and global environmental solutions. He is highly skilled in micro-nano device fabrication, photoelectric detection, signal analysis, microfluidics, and integrated circuit applications, with an impressive publication record of 36 research articles, cited over 704 times with an h-index of 15, in leading journals including Nature Communications, Environmental Pollution, Analytical Chemistry, ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, IEEE Transactions on Instrumentation and Measurement, and Nanoscale. His academic excellence has been recognized with numerous awards and honors, such as the First Prize of Guangdong Environmental Protection Science and Technology Award (2024), the Innovation Team Award from the China Society of Naval Architecture and Shipbuilding (2023), the Science and Technology Progress Award of the China Instrument and Control Society (2022), and the National Teachers’ Teaching Innovation Competition Prize (2023). In conclusion, Dr. Zhao’s blend of strong academic foundations, pioneering research achievements, international collaborations, and leadership in both teaching and mentorship demonstrate his exceptional contributions to science, positioning him as a rising global leader in optoelectronics, micro-nano sensing, and environmental monitoring technologies.

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Featured Publications

  1. chDing, S., Dang, Y. G., Li, X. M., Wang, J. J., & Zhao, K. (2017). Forecasting Chinese CO₂ emissions from fuel combustion using a novel grey multivariable model. Journal of Cleaner Production, 162, 1527–1538.

  2. Zhao, K., Wei, Y., Dong, J., Zhao, P., Wang, Y., Pan, X., & Wang, J. (2022). Separation and characterization of microplastic and nanoplastic particles in marine environment. Environmental Pollution, 297, 118773

  3. Zhao, K., Larasati, Duncker, B. P., & Li, D. (2019). Continuous cell characterization and separation by microfluidic alternating current dielectrophoresis. Analytical Chemistry, 91(9), 6304–6314.

  4. Alvarez, L., Fernandez-Rodriguez, M. A., Alegria, A., Arrese-Igor, S., Zhao, K., & others. (2021). Reconfigurable artificial microswimmers with internal feedback. Nature Communications, 12, 4762.

  5. Zhao, K., & Li, D. (2017). Continuous separation of nanoparticles by type via localized DC-dielectrophoresis using asymmetric nano-orifice in pressure-driven flow. Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical, 250, 274–284.

Changping Gu | Anesthesiology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Changping Gu | Anesthesiology | Best Researcher Award

Shandong First Medical University Affiliated Provincial Hospital, China

Dr. Gu Changping, MD, Ph.D., is a leading anesthesiologist and perioperative medicine researcher, currently serving as Director at the Provincial Hospital affiliated with Shandong First Medical University and Professor in the Clinical Department. He earned his Ph.D. in Anesthesiology from Shandong University in 2015 and completed postdoctoral research at the University of Illinois, Chicago, and Harvard Medical School, gaining extensive international exposure. Over his career, Dr. Gu has held progressive clinical and academic roles, including Chief Physician, Associate Chief Physician, and Attending Physician at Shandong University-affiliated hospitals. His research interests focus on perioperative organ protection, mechanical ventilation-induced lung injury, inflammation, energy metabolism, and vascular permeability. He has led and contributed to multiple national and provincial-level projects investigating mitochondrial homeostasis, pulmonary protection strategies, and molecular mechanisms underlying ventilator-induced lung injury. Dr. Gu has authored 40 publications with 519 citations and an h-index of 11, published in top-tier journals including CNS Neurosci Ther, ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, Int Immunopharmacol, BMJ Open, and Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine. He holds four invention patents, authored four books, and contributed to expert consensus documents in anesthesia management. He has served in key leadership positions such as Deputy Director of the Perioperative Medicine Branch, member of standing committees, and editorial board member of international journals. His awards and honors include the Taishan Scholar Young Expert of Shandong Province, multiple provincial and national-level research prizes from the Chinese Medical Association and Shandong Provincial Government, and recognition for excellence in clinical and academic contributions. Dr. Gu has actively represented Chinese anesthesiology at international conferences and expos, delivering keynote presentations and facilitating cross-border collaborations. With his extensive expertise, robust publication record, leadership experience, and ongoing research initiatives, Dr. Gu Changping demonstrates exceptional potential to advance perioperative medicine, enhance patient care, mentor future researchers, and contribute significantly to global medical science, making him a deserving candidate for international recognition.

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Featured Publications

  1. Zhang, Y., Cao, C., Sun, C., Yan, J., Wang, Y., & Gu, C. (2025). The SIRT1/GPS2/AIP1 axis regulates pulmonary vascular permeability in ventilator-induced lung injury. Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry. Advance online publication.

  2. Wang, X., Yan, J., Zhao, Y., Li, S., Ma, Z., Duan, X., Wang, Y., Jiao, J., Gu, C., & Zhang, G. (2025). Targeted degradation of EGFR mutations via self-delivery nano-PROTACs for boosting tumor synergistic immunotherapy. ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, 17(14), 20943–20956.

  3. Wang, B., Gu, A., Yan, J., Zhang, Y., Liu, J., Sun, C., Wei, Y., Gu, C., & Wang, Y. (2025). Kaempferol alleviates sepsis-related acute lung injury by inhibiting the activation of alveolar macrophages mediated by extracellular vesicles from alveolar epithelial cells. International Immunopharmacology, 162, 115130.

  4. Yan, J., Wang, X., Zhao, Y., Li, S., Ma, Z., Yang, Y., Gu, C., Zhang, G., & Wang, Y. (2025). Inflammation-responsive nanoparticles for acute lung injury treatment through gas therapy and removal of neutrophil extracellular traps. Chemical Engineering Journal, 515, 163660.

  5. Zhang, Y., Sun, C., Wang, B., Gu, A., Zhou, Z., & Gu, C. (2024). Brain-derived exosomal miR-9-5p induces ferroptosis in traumatic brain injury-induced acute lung injury by targeting Scd1. CNS Neuroscience & Therapeutics, 30(12), e70189.

Gui Chen | Inorganic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Gui Chen | Inorganic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dongguan University of Technology, China

Prof. Gui Chen is an accomplished scholar in chemistry with expertise in photocatalysis, molecular catalysis, and renewable energy conversion, whose career reflects a strong balance of academic excellence, impactful research, and international collaboration. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from the City University of Hong Kong (2012) following a master’s (2007) and bachelor’s degree (2004) in Chemistry from Xiamen University, where he was directly recommended for graduate admission based on academic distinction. Professionally, he has built an impressive trajectory—serving as a Postdoctoral Fellow at City University of Hong Kong (2012–2014), an Associate Professor at the Fujian Institute of Research on the Structure of Matter (2014–2017), and since 2017, advancing to Associate Professor and Professor at Dongguan University of Technology, where he continues to lead pioneering research. His research interests lie in CO₂ reduction, small molecule activation, visible-light photocatalysis, and hybrid catalytic systems, contributing solutions to global challenges in clean energy and environmental sustainability. He possesses strong research skills in photocatalyst design, molecular synthesis, nanomaterials, graphene hybrid systems, and advanced spectroscopic/electrochemical characterization, reflected in 42 published documents indexed in Scopus, 1,820 citations, and an h-index of 24. His works are widely published in high-impact journals including Nature Catalysis, Journal of the American Chemical Society, Angewandte Chemie International Edition, and Chemical Society Reviews, often through collaborations with leading international scientists. Prof. Chen’s academic excellence has been recognized through various awards, invited talks, and collaborative research grants, which underscore his reputation as a leader in the field. In conclusion, Prof. Gui Chen’s distinguished academic background, extensive publication record, and sustained contributions to sustainable chemistry and clean energy research position him as a globally recognized expert whose future endeavors are expected to further advance innovation, mentorship, and impactful international collaborations.

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Featured Publications

  1. Zhang, L., Chen, L., Shi, H., Wei, Y., Chen, G., & Lau, T.-C. (2025). Efficient photocatalytic reduction of CO2 to formate by a molecular noble metal-free system. Science China Chemistry, 68, 152–156.

  2. Bharti, J., Chen, L., Guo, Z., Cheng, L., Wellauer, J., Wenger, O. S., von Wolff, N., Lau, K.-C., Lau, T.-C., Chen, G., & Robert, M. (2023). Visible-light-driven CO2 reduction with homobimetallic complexes: Cooperativity between metals and activation of different pathways. Journal of the American Chemical Society, 145, 25195–25202.

  3. Wei, Y., Chen, L., Chen, H., Cai, L., Tan, G., Qiu, Y., Xiang, Q., Chen, G., Lau, T.-C., & Robert, M. (2022). Highly efficient photocatalytic reduction of CO2 to CO by in situ formation of a hybrid catalytic system based on molecular iron quaterpyridine covalently linked to carbon nitride. Angewandte Chemie International Edition, 61, e202116832.

  4. Ma, B., Blanco, M., Calvillo, L., Chen, L., Chen, G., Lau, T.-C., Drazic, G., Bonin, J., Robert, M., & Granozzi, G. (2021). Hybridization of molecular and graphene materials for CO2 photocatalytic reduction with selectivity control. Journal of the American Chemical Society, 143, 8414–8425.

  5. Ma, B., Chen, G., Fave, C., Chen, L., Kuriki, R., Maeda, K., Ishitani, O., Lau, T.-C., Bonin, J., & Robert, M. (2020). Efficient visible-light driven CO2 reduction by a cobalt molecular catalyst covalently linked to mesoporous carbon nitride. Journal of the American Chemical Society, 142, 6188–6195.

Xiaohan Tu | Artificial Intelligence | Women Researcher Award

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Prof. Xiaohan Tu | Artificial Intelligence | Women Researcher Award

Zhengzhou Police University, China

Dr. Xiaohan Tu is an accomplished researcher and educator in computer science, currently serving as an Associate Professor at Zhengzhou Police University, China. She earned her M.Sc. (2017) and Ph.D. (2021) degrees in Computer Science and Technology from Hunan University, Changsha, China, where she developed strong expertise in cyber-physical systems, computer vision, and machine learning. In her professional career, Dr. Tu has demonstrated outstanding academic leadership, having successfully led four provincial and ministerial-level research projects and six departmental-level projects, while also contributing as a participant in the National Natural Science Foundation of China project on Smart Inspection Robots for catenary systems. Her research interests span applied artificial intelligence, deep learning, computer vision, robotics, and intelligent security technologies, with more than 23 publications indexed in IEEE and Scopus, earning 224 citations and an h-index of 9. She possesses strong research skills in algorithm optimization, feature extraction, LiDAR and point cloud analysis, monocular depth estimation, and real-time AI deployment on embedded and edge devices. Alongside research, she has compiled a provincial-level textbook and shown exceptional dedication to student mentorship, guiding her students to win 17 national awards, 58 provincial or ministerial awards, and 8 university-level awards in robotics, artificial intelligence, and Ministry of Education Category A competitions. Dr. Tu’s outstanding contributions have been recognized with multiple honors, including first prize in university-level teaching achievement, Outstanding Instructor awards for four consecutive years at the China Robot and Artificial Intelligence Competition, and the Outstanding Organization Award from the National Video Investigation Technology and Special Photography Professional Committee. Additionally, she serves as a reviewer for several prestigious IEEE journals, further underlining her professional recognition in the international research community. In conclusion, Dr. Xiaohan Tu’s exceptional academic qualifications, innovative research outputs, mentorship achievements, and professional honors establish her as a highly influential scholar with strong potential to advance AI-driven cyber-physical systems and intelligent security applications at both national and international levels.

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Featured Publication

  1. Tu, X., Yang, L. T., Liu, S., & Li, R. (2024). Accelerated feature extraction and refinement for improved aerial scene categorization. IEEE Transactions on Geoscience and Remote Sensing, 62, 1–17.

  2. Tu, X., Zhang, C., Liu, S., Xu, C., & Li, R. (2023). Point cloud segmentation of overhead contact systems with deep learning in high-speed rails. Journal of Network and Computer Applications, 216, 103671.

  3. Tu, X., Zhang, C., Zhuang, H., Liu, S., & Li, R. (2024). Fast drone detection with optimized feature capture and modeling algorithms. IEEE Access, 12, 108374–108388.

  4. Liu, S., Tu, X., Xu, C., & Li, R. (2022). Deep neural networks with attention mechanism for monocular depth estimation on embedded devices. Future Generation Computer Systems, 131, 137–150.

  5. Liu, S., Yang, L. T., Tu, X., Li, R., & Xu, C. (2022). Lightweight monocular depth estimation on edge devices. IEEE Internet of Things Journal, 9(17), 16168–16180.

Hamid Karimi | Electrical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Hamid Karimi | Electrical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Qom University of Technology, Iran

Dr. Hamid Karimi is a distinguished researcher in Electrical Power Engineering, recognized internationally for his impactful contributions to renewable energy systems, smart grids, and multi-microgrid optimization. He earned his Ph.D. in Electrical Power Engineering from the Iran University of Science and Technology (2017–2022), where he also completed his M.Sc. (2015–2017) and later pursued postdoctoral research (2022–2023), following his B.Sc. in Electrical Power Engineering from Shahid Beheshti University (2011–2015). Professionally, Dr. Karimi serves as Head of the Central Library and Information Center and Member of the Research Council at Qom University of Technology, alongside roles as Scientific and Executive Editor of the Journal of Power, Control, and Data Processing Systems, and session chair and committee member at leading renewable energy conferences. His research interests span renewable energy integration, demand-side management, multi-energy systems, transactive energy markets, and the application of optimization and AI methods in power systems. With 67 Scopus-indexed publications, 1,355 citations, and an h-index of 22 (24 in Google Scholar, 1,726 citations), he has published in top journals including Applied Energy, Energy, Journal of Energy Storage, and Sustainable Cities and Society, reflecting his strong academic influence. His research skills encompass optimization techniques, stochastic and robust energy scheduling, AI-based resource management, demand response modeling, IoT-enabled smart grid applications, and sustainable system design, underpinned by extensive experience in both theoretical frameworks and applied projects supported by national and international institutions. Among his numerous awards and honors, Dr. Karimi has been consistently ranked as a top student and top research scholar during his academic career, recognized as an Outstanding Reviewer for leading journals, and listed among the world’s top 2% most highly cited scientists in 2024 and 2025, in addition to membership in the National Elite Foundation. In conclusion, Dr. Hamid Karimi exemplifies excellence in research, leadership, and innovation, making significant contributions to advancing sustainable energy solutions, and his proven academic achievements and global recognition highlight his strong potential to continue shaping the future of renewable energy and smart grid systems.

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Featured Publication

  1. Karimi, H. (2022). A strategy-based coalition formation model for hybrid wind/PV/FC/MT/DG/battery multi-microgrid systems considering demand response programs. International Journal of Electrical Power & Energy Systems, 137, 107642.

  2. Karimi, H. (2022). Daily operation of multi‐energy systems based on stochastic optimization considering prediction of renewable energy generation. IET Renewable Power Generation, 16(2), 301–313.

  3. Karimi, H. (2021). Modeling of transactive energy in multi-microgrid systems by hybrid of competitive-cooperative games. Electric Power Systems Research, 199, 107546.

  4. Karimi, H. (2021). Two-stage economic, reliability, and environmental scheduling of multi-microgrid systems and fair cost allocation. Sustainable Energy, Grids and Networks, 28, 100546.

  5. Karimi, H. (2021). Cooperative energy management of multi-energy hub systems considering demand response programs and ice storage. International Journal of Electrical Power & Energy Systems, 133, 106904.

Ashish Patel | Pharmaceutical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ashish Patel | Pharmaceutical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Parul Institute of Pharmacy, Parul University, India

Dr. Ashish Patel is an Associate Professor at Parul Institute of Pharmacy, Parul University, Vadodara, Gujarat, with extensive expertise in Pharmaceutical Chemistry. He earned his M.Pharm degree from M.S. University of Baroda in 2010 and subsequently completed his Ph.D. at R.K. University in 2016, focusing on the design and development of bioactive compounds. Over the course of his academic career, Dr. Patel has guided more than 25 postgraduate students and 5 Ph.D. scholars, demonstrating his commitment to mentorship and fostering research excellence. His professional experience includes curriculum development, laboratory management, and active participation in national and international conferences, contributing to the academic community both as a researcher and educator. Dr. Patel’s research interests are broad and interdisciplinary, encompassing drug design, green synthesis, anti-cancer and anti-diabetic compounds, and computational chemistry, with particular emphasis on virtual screening and structure-activity relationship studies. His research skills include microwave-assisted synthesis, FT-IR spectroscopy, molecular docking, and computer-aided drug design, enabling him to bridge theoretical approaches with experimental validation. To date, he has published 83 research articles, accumulated 574 citations, and maintains an h-index of 15, reflecting the impact of his contributions to pharmaceutical sciences. Dr. Patel has been recognized for his excellence in teaching and research through multiple awards, including the Leadership Award in the Professor’s Training Program at Parul University, highlighting his dedication to professional development and leadership in academia. In conclusion, Dr. Ashish Patel exemplifies the integration of teaching, mentorship, and innovative research in pharmaceutical chemistry. His career reflects a sustained commitment to advancing scientific knowledge, nurturing future researchers, and contributing to the global understanding of drug discovery and development, establishing him as a distinguished figure in his field.

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Featured Publications

  1. Patel, A., Rajendran, M., Shah, A., Patel, H., Pakala, S. B., & Karyala, P. (2021). Virtual screening of curcumin and its analogs against the spike surface glycoprotein of SARS-CoV-2 and SARS-CoV. Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics, 1–9.

  2. Saralaya, M. G., Patel, P., Patel, A., Manish, Roy, & Samresh, Patel. (2010). Antidiarrheal activity of methanolic extract of Moringa oleifera Lam roots in experimental animal models. International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research, 2(2), 25–29.

  3. Patel, A., Patel, S., Mehta, M., Patel, Y., Patel, R., Shah, D., Patel, D., & Shah, U. (2022). A review on synthetic investigation for quinoline—Recent green approaches. Green Chemistry Letters and Reviews, 15(2), 337–372.

  4. Patel, A. D., Pasha, T. Y., Lunagariya, P., Shah, U., Bhambharoliya, T., … [additional authors]. (2020). A library of thiazolidin‐4‐one derivatives as protein tyrosine phosphatase 1B (PTP1B) inhibitors: An attempt to discover novel antidiabetic agents. ChemMedChem, 15(13), 1229–1242.

  5. Patel, P., Shah, D., Bambharoliya, T., Patel, V., Patel, M., Patel, D., Bhavsar, V., … [additional authors]. (2024). A review on the development of novel heterocycles as α-glucosidase inhibitors for the treatment of type-2 diabetes mellitus. Medicinal Chemistry, 20(5), 503–536.

Lars Mundhenk | Veterinary Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Lars Mundhenk | Veterinary Science | Best Researcher Award

Freie Universität Berlin, Germany

Dr. Lars Mundhenk, PD Dr. med. vet., Dipl. ECVP, is a senior assistant with a permanent position at the Institute of Veterinary Pathology, Department of Veterinary Medicine, Freie Universität Berlin, and an internationally recognized specialist in veterinary pathology and molecular pathology. He earned his veterinary license in 2003 and obtained his doctorate (Dr. med. vet., summa cum laude) in 2007 at Freie Universität Berlin with a dissertation on structural analyses of CLCA proteins, later completing his habilitation in 2020 with a pioneering treatise on the interspecies diversity of the CLCA gene family. His professional trajectory includes roles as scientific assistant at the University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover and Freie Universität Berlin, advancing to Diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Pathologists (2009), Fachtierarzt für Pathologie (2019), and Privatdozent (2021). Dr. Mundhenk’s research interests focus on comparative pathology, molecular genetics, and translational animal models relevant to human diseases, with special emphasis on CLCA proteins and their functional mechanisms. His research skills span protein biochemistry, molecular biology, experimental animal studies, genetic engineering, and radiation safety, combined with extensive project leadership experience in licensed animal research. He has published 67 Scopus-indexed documents, cited more than 1,355 times, with an h-index of 22, and has participated in international collaborations across Germany, Spain, and the Netherlands. His excellence has been recognized with awards including the prestigious Ernst-Reuter-Award (2008), Nachwuchsförderpreis of Freie Universität Berlin (2008), and second place in the Research to Market Challenge (2022). Beyond research, he has contributed to education through teaching, mentoring, and advancing veterinary academic programs, while balancing an active professional and family life. In conclusion, Dr. Lars Mundhenk’s distinguished academic background, innovative research, technical expertise, and leadership in veterinary pathology highlight his outstanding contributions to science and society, positioning him as a leading figure in advancing translational research and international veterinary medicine.

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Featured Publications

  • (2025). The impact of disease and species differences on the intestinal CLCA4 gene expression. Journal of Molecular Medicine. Advance online publication.

  • (2025). Perinatal dysfunction of innate immunity in cystic fibrosis. Science Translational Medicine. Advance online publication.

  • (2025). Endoscopically assessed mucus parameters in equine asthma: Relationship to clinical history and cytological findings data. Equine Veterinary Journal. Advance online publication.

  • (2024). Lethal Borna disease virus 1 infections of humans and animals – In-depth molecular epidemiology and phylogeography. Nature Communications.

  • (2024). Repeated injection of very small superparamagnetic iron oxide particles (VSOPs) in murine atherosclerosis: A safety study. Nanomaterials.

Waseem AlZamzami | Medicine and Dentistry | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Waseem AlZamzami | Medicine and Dentistry | Best Researcher Award

University of Tabuk, Saudi Arabia

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Waseem A. AlZamzami is an accomplished researcher and academic in hematopathology, molecular hematology, and cancer biology, with a strong focus on genomics, transcriptomics, metabolomics, and bioinformatics. He earned his Ph.D. in Clinical Laboratory Science from The Catholic University of America, Washington DC (2015–2022), following an M.S. in Health Sciences from Quinnipiac University, Connecticut (2013–2015), and a B.Sc. in Laboratory Medicine from Umm Al-Qurra University, Saudi Arabia (2002–2006). His professional journey includes extensive research training at the National Cancer Institute/National Institutes of Health (NCI/NIH), Bethesda, USA, where he contributed to advancing cancer genetics and translational hematology. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor of Hematology at the University of Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, he has held multiple leadership roles such as Committee Chairman for Laboratory Management, Unit Chairman for Measurement and Evaluation, and active member of Accreditation, Quality Assurance, and Curriculum Development committees. His research interests center on genetic screening, biomarker discovery, and integration of multi-omics to drive precision oncology and personalized treatment strategies. Dr. AlZamzami has authored publications in reputed journals including Discovery Medicine, Molecular Syndromology, PLOS ONE, and Cancers, with a Scopus record of 9 documents, 36 citations, and an h-index of 3, alongside three recent Saudi patents in hematological malignancies and cancer genomics. He is also a dedicated reviewer for journals such as PLOS ONE, Process Biochemistry, and International Immunopharmacology. His research skills span molecular diagnostics, bioinformatics, laboratory medicine, multi-omics analysis, and translational applications bridging bench to bedside. Recognized through international symposium presentations at NIH and national scientific forums, he has also contributed to scientific community development by mentoring students and organizing academic events. In conclusion, Dr. Waseem A. AlZamzami exemplifies a distinguished researcher whose academic excellence, innovative research, and leadership contributions to cancer biology and hematology strongly position him as a driving force in advancing precision medicine and biomedical research globally.

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Featured Publications

  1. Yan, H., Malik, N., Kim, Y. I., He, Y., Li, M., Dubois, W., Liu, H., Peat, T. J., Nguyen, J. T., … (2021). Fatty acid oxidation is required for embryonic stem cell survival during metabolic stress. EMBO Reports, 22(6), e52122.

  2. Oyouni, A. A. A., Al-Amer, O. M., Ali, F. A. Z., Altayar, M. A., Jalal, M. M., Albalawi, R. S. M., … (2022). Melatonin ameliorates the adrenal and pancreatic alterations in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats: Clinical, biochemical, and descriptive histopathological studies. Frontiers in Veterinary Science, 9, 1016312.

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