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Yanli Wang | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Yanli Wang | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Hainan Medical University, China

Prof. Wang Yanli is a distinguished researcher and academic leader specializing in precision-targeted cancer research, nanochemistry, molecular imaging, and translational medicine. After completing his doctoral studies at the Institute of Nanochemistry and Biology, Shanghai University, in 2010, he has held a series of progressive academic and administrative positions, including director of the Center for Precision Targeted Cancer Research, dean of the Hu Jinhua Institute of Precision Health Education, and, most recently, professor at Hainan University and dean of the School of Pharmacy at Hainan Medical University. Prof. Wang has conducted visiting research at globally renowned institutions, including Clemson University and Harvard University, enhancing his international collaborations and fostering cross-border knowledge exchange. His research portfolio is extensive and impactful, encompassing over 56 SCI-indexed publications with 2,764 citations and an h-index of 25, reflecting both the quality and influence of his work. He has secured multiple competitive national-level grants, including funding from the National Natural Science Foundation of China for Excellent Young Scholars and the National Outstanding Young Scholars Fund, leading six major projects in cancer diagnostics, molecular imaging, and nanotechnology applications. Prof. Wang has also applied for 15 patents and contributed to the authorship and editing of monographs, underscoring his commitment to innovation and knowledge dissemination. Prof. Wang’s leadership extends beyond research. He serves in numerous professional and advisory capacities, including as an expert member of the Big Health Committee of the United Nations World Silk Road Forum and as director or member of multiple national and regional medical imaging and oncology committees. His work has tangible societal impact, advancing precision oncology, improving molecular imaging technologies, and contributing to public health strategies. Recognized with awards such as the Yangtze River Delta Most Potential Technology Trading Award and the International Association for Advanced Materials Young Scientist Award, Prof. Wang continues to bridge fundamental research, translational applications, and industry innovation, making significant contributions to science, healthcare, and global biomedical advancements.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID

Featured Publications

  1. Li, Y., Zhang, Y., Li, C., Chen, G., Muhammad, P., Yao, Y., Gao, L., Liu, Z., & Wang, Y. (2025, October). Advanced cancer immunotherapy via SMARCAL1 blockade using a glucose‐responsive CRISPR nanovaccine. Advanced Science.

  2. Tang, T., Chen, J., Zhang, J., Pan, P., Jiang, J., Hu, C., He, Y., Li, C., Zhang, J., & Wang, Y. (2025, August). High concentrations of fluorescent nanoprobes delayed Oryzias melastigma embryo hatching by modulating respiratory and metabolic pathways. VIEW.

  3. Muhammad, P., Zada, A., Rashid, J., Hanif, S., Gao, Y., Li, C., Li, Y., Fan, K., & Wang, Y. (2024, July). Defect engineering in nanocatalysts: From design and synthesis to applications. Advanced Functional Materials.

  4. He, W., Zhang, J., Ju, J., Wu, Y., Zhang, Y., Zhan, L., Li, C., & Wang, Y. (2023, November). Preparation, characterization, and evaluation of the antitumor effect of kaempferol nanosuspensions. Drug Delivery and Translational Research.

  5. Qiu, L., Alqahtani, B. A., Li, C., He, W., Yin, X., Zhan, L., Zhang, J., & Wang, Y. (2023, August 2). Changes in diet, exercise and psychology of the quarantined population during the COVID-19 outbreak in Shanghai. PLOS ONE.

Prof. Wang Yanli’s work advances precision-targeted cancer research and molecular imaging, driving innovation in diagnostics and therapeutics. His research bridges fundamental science and translational applications, enhancing healthcare outcomes, promoting biomedical technology development, and supporting global health initiatives.

Arshiya Ansari | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Arshiya Ansari | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur, India

Arshiya Ansari is an accomplished researcher in Materials Science and Engineering, with expertise in materials synthesis, optoelectronics, photodetectors, electrochemical sensors, gas sensors, batteries, and 2D materials such as graphene and borophene. She earned her Ph.D. from the Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur (2025) with a CGPA of 9.08/10, and conducted research at National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University and the National Synchrotron Radiation Research Center, Taiwan. She also holds an M.Tech in Nanotechnology from Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, and an M.Sc. in Physics from Aligarh Muslim University. Arshiya’s professional experience includes research in advanced nanomaterials, polymer-metal oxide composites, UV photodetectors, electrochemical and gas sensors, and energy storage devices, with proficiency in fabrication techniques such as sol-gel nanocomposites, CNT-FET optimization, thin-film deposition, spin coating, sputtering, lithography, and characterization tools including XRD, Raman, SEM, UV-Vis spectroscopy, photoluminescence, and electrochemical analysis. She has authored 27 publications with 459 citations, an h-index of 12, and an i10-index of 15, contributing to journals like ACS Applied Nano Materials, Langmuir, Advanced Engineering Materials, and Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics, and has filed a US provisional patent on Borophene tubes. Arshiya has presented her work at international conferences in Italy and India, served as a peer reviewer for reputed journals, and actively participates in professional societies including the International Society of Muslim Women in Science and the American Physical Society. Her achievements are complemented by grants from the Anusandhan National Research Foundation and SERB International Travel Support. Recognized for her leadership, mentorship, and community engagement through volunteer initiatives, Arshiya demonstrates a strong commitment to advancing materials research. Her dedication, technical expertise, and international collaborations position her as a promising leader in optoelectronic devices, sensor technologies, and energy materials, making her an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

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Featured Publications

Ahmed, S., Ansari, A., Haidyrah, A. S., Chaudhary, A. A., Imran, M., & Khan, A. (2022). Hierarchical molecularly imprinted inverse opal-based platforms for highly selective and sensitive determination of histamine. ACS Applied Polymer Materials, 4(4), 2783–2793.

Madhaiyan, G., Tung, T. W., Zan, H. W., Meng, H. F., Lu, C. J., Ansari, A., Chuang, W. T., … (2020). UV-enhanced room-temperature ultrasensitive NO gas sensor with vertical channel nano-porous organic diodes. Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical, 320, 128392.

Ahmed, S., Ansari, A., Siddiqui, M. A., Imran, M., Kumari, B., Khan, A., & Ranjan, P. (2023). Electrochemical and optical-based systems for SARS-CoV-2 and various pathogens assessment. Advances in Natural Sciences: Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, 14(3), 033001.

Ahmed, S., Ansari, A., Siddiqui, M. A., Khan, A., & Ranjan, P. (2023). A potential optical sensor based on nanostructured silicon. Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics, 34(8), 755.

Ahmed, S., Khatun, S., Sallam, S., Ansari, A., Ansari, Z. A., Kumar, R. R., Hakami, J., … (2022). Photoresponse of porous silicon for potential optical sensing. Europhysics Letters, 139(3), 36001.

Ms. Arshiya Ansari’s work in advanced nanomaterials, optoelectronic devices, and electrochemical sensors drives innovation in energy storage, environmental monitoring, and healthcare diagnostics, bridging fundamental research with practical applications. Her pioneering research enhances global scientific knowledge, supports sustainable technologies, and fosters international collaborations that advance both industry and society.