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Nasim Nasrabadi | Mathematics | Research Excellence Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Nasim Nasrabadi | Mathematics | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Nasim Nasrabadi is an accomplished Iranian mathematician and Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Mathematical Science and Statistics at the University of Birjand, where she has served since 2010. Born on September 6, 1982, she completed her academic journey in Applied Mathematics with a specialization in Operations Research at Kharazmi University of Tehran, earning her B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. degrees with outstanding academic performance. Her doctoral research, supervised by Professor G.R. Jahanshahloo and advised by Professor Pekka Korhonen, focused on advanced models for efficiency analysis. Dr. Nasrabadi’s research expertise spans Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA), Multiple Criteria Decision Making (MCDM), and Inverse Optimization, contributing significantly to these fields through high-impact journal publications, conference presentations, and a scholarly book in Persian on Multi-Criteria Decision Making. Her academic career includes international research experience at Aalto University in Finland, where she worked as a researcher and visiting scholar across multiple years. Nationally, she has held several leadership roles, including Research Affairs Administrator, Postgraduate Affairs Administrator, and Deputy Director of the Mathematics Department at the University of Birjand. She has also supervised several graduate theses and serves as a reviewer for prestigious journals such as the European Journal of Operational Research. Dr. Nasrabadi has been recognized throughout her academic path with numerous scholarships and awards for excellence. Fluent in English and skilled in mathematical programming tools including Maple, GAMS, and LaTeX, she continues to actively contribute to the advancement of applied mathematics and decision-making sciences.

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Featured Publications

Nasrabadi, N., Dehnokhalaji, A., Kiani, N. A., Korhonen, P. J., & Wallenius, J. (2012). Resource allocation for performance improvement. Annals of Operations Research, 196(1), 459–468.

Dehnokhalaji, A., Korhonen, P. J., Köksalan, M., Nasrabadi, N., & Wallenius, J. (2011). Convex cone-based partial order for multiple criteria alternatives. Decision Support Systems, 51(2), 256–261.

Dehnokhalaji, A., Korhonen, P. J., Köksalan, M., Nasrabadi, N., & Wallenius, J. (2010). Efficiency analysis to incorporate interval-scale data. European Journal of Operational Research, 207(2), 1116–1121.

Korhonen, P. J., Dehnokhalaji, A., & Nasrabadi, N. (2018). A lexicographic radial projection onto the efficient frontier in Data Envelopment Analysis.  European Journal of Operational Research, 265(3), 1005–1012.

Nasrabadi, N., Dehnokhalaji, A., Korhonen, P., & Wallenius, J. (2019). A stepwise benchmarking approach to DEA with interval scale data.
Journal of the Operational Research Society, 70(6), 954–961.

Lalhmingsangi Famhawite | Mathematics | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Lalhmingsangi Famhawite | Mathematics | Best Researcher Award

University of Delhi | India

Ms. Lalhmingsangi Famhawite is a dedicated Research Scholar at the Department of Mathematics, University of Delhi, whose research lies at the intersection of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and Biomedical Engineering. Her academic and scientific pursuits focus on the numerical simulation of bioheat transfer processes in cryosurgical treatment of tumor tissues, applying advanced mathematical models to real-world biomedical challenges. With 4 peer-reviewed publications, 9 citations, and an h-index of 1, her scholarly work demonstrates growing influence in the field of computational biothermal modeling and mathematical applications in health technology. Her research contributions explore the complex interactions between thermal diffusion, vascular networks, and tissue damage during cryoablation procedures—a minimally invasive technique for cancer therapy. By combining finite element analysis, bioheat transfer modeling, and numerical simulation, she has developed innovative approaches to simulate and optimize cryosurgical processes, improving precision and safety in treatment outcomes. Ms. Famhawite’s work includes creating 2D and 3D vascularized liver tumor models, investigating coupled heat-mass transfer phenomena, and evaluating biomechanical effects of tissue freezing, which have significant implications for advancing computational medicine and patient-specific treatment design. Her technical expertise spans COMSOL Multiphysics, MATLAB, and finite element methods, enabling her to conduct high-fidelity simulations that align closely with experimental and clinical observations. She has presented her findings at prestigious international platforms, including the Indian Society of Theoretical and Applied Mechanics (ISTAM) and the International Conference on Recent Trends in Mathematics (ICRTM), reflecting her active engagement with the global research community.

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Featured Publications

Tanwar, S., Famhawite, L., & Verma, P. R. (2023). Numerical simulation of bio-heat transfer for cryoablation of regularly shaped tumours in liver tissue using multiprobes. Journal of Thermal Biology, 113, 103531.

Famhawite, L., Tanwar, S., & Verma, P. R. (2024). PERSPECTIVE: Cryosurgery process applications: A mathematical review. CryoLetters, 45(5), 269–278.

Famhawite, L., Tanwar, S., & Verma, P. R. (2025). Numerical simulations to analyze the impact of vascular network complexity over cryosurgical treatment process of two-dimensional liver tumor tissue. International Journal for Computational Methods in Engineering Science and Mechanics.

Tanwar, S., Famhawite, L., & Verma, P. R. (2026). Bioheat transfer simulations of cryoablation and their comparison with different optimization techniques for patient-specific segmented liver tumor tissue. International Journal of Thermal Sciences, 220, 110301.

Ilhem Kadri | Mathematics | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Ilhem Kadri | Mathematics | Best Researcher Award

Oran 1 Ahmed Ben Bella University, Algeria

Dr. Ilhem Kadri is an accomplished Associate Professor of Applied Mathematics at the University of Oran 1, Algeria, with a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics from the University of Jordan (2022) and a Master’s in Applied Mathematics from the University of Oran 1. Her educational foundation, including a Licence in Mathematics and early scientific training in Algeria, laid the groundwork for her expertise in fractional calculus, nonlinear partial differential equations, fractional differential equations, numerical and analytical methods, mathematical computing, and systems of differential equations. Throughout her career, Dr. Kadri has demonstrated strong professional engagement in both research and academic development, contributing significantly to applied and computational mathematics and exploring innovative analytical and numerical methods for solving complex differential systems. Her research interests include the study of atomic solutions, non-equilibrium dynamics, weak chaos in Hamiltonian and driven systems, and computational modeling using fractional and conformable differential equations. Dr. Kadri is proficient in LaTeX, Scientific Workplace, Mathematica, and MATLAB, enabling her to design and implement robust computational frameworks and advanced mathematical models. She has actively disseminated her research through international conferences and workshops, including events in Turkey, Greece, India, Malaysia, and Pakistan, and has authored 4 research documents, accumulating 10 citations with an h-index of 2, reflecting her growing impact in the field. Her academic contributions are complemented by her dedication to mentoring students and promoting research excellence in applied mathematics. Dr. Kadri’s awards and honors underscore her scholarly promise, while her work continues to bridge theoretical and computational approaches to complex mathematical phenomena. Her research vision emphasizes the integration of fractional calculus and computational techniques to address emerging challenges in science and engineering, demonstrating her potential to advance both the theoretical foundations and practical applications of mathematics, contributing significantly to global innovation, industrial solutions, and societal advancement.

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Featured Publications

  1. Kadri, I., Al-Horani, M., & Khalil, R. (2022). Solution of non-linear fractional Burger’s type equations using the Laplace transform decomposition method. Results in Nonlinear Analysis, 5(2), 131–150.

  2. Kadri, I., Al Horani, M., & Khalil, R. (2023). Solution of fractional Laplace type equation in conformable sense using fractional Fourier series with separation of variables technique. Results in Nonlinear Analysis, 6(2), 53–59.

  3. Kadri, I., Horani, M., & Khalil, R. (2020). Tensor product technique and fractional differential equations. Journal of Semigroup Theory and Applications, Article ID 6.

  4. Ahmed, A. I., Elbadri, M., Alotaibi, A. M., Ashmaig, M. A. M., Dafaalla, M. E., & Kadri, I. (2025). Chaos and dynamic behavior of the 4D hyperchaotic Chen system via variable-order fractional derivatives. Mathematics, 13(20), 3240.

  5. Kadri, I., Saadeh, R. S., AlMutairi, D. M., Dafaalla, M. E., Berir, M., & Abdoon, M. A. (2025). Analytical and numerical investigation of a fractional order 4D chaotic system via Caputo fractional derivative. European Journal of Pure and Applied Mathematics, 18(3), 6381.

Dr. Ilhem Kadri’s work advances the understanding and application of fractional and nonlinear differential equations, providing robust computational tools for modeling complex systems. Her research contributes to scientific innovation, supports industrial problem-solving, and enables the development of advanced technologies with broad societal impact.