Shuangcheng Li | Energy Sustainability | Best Scholar Award

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Prof. Shuangcheng Li | Energy Sustainability | Best Scholar Award

Prof. Shuangcheng Li | Energy Sustainability | Professor at Peking University | China

Prof. Shuangcheng Li is a distinguished scholar in physical geography and environmental sciences, serving as Professor at the College of Urban and Environmental Sciences, Peking University. He holds a Ph.D. (Doctor of Science) and has established a long-standing academic career characterized by rigorous interdisciplinary research and academic leadership. Prof. Shuangcheng Li’s professional experience includes supervising doctoral researchers, leading nationally competitive research programs, and directing a Ministry of Education Key Laboratory focused on earth surface processes and simulation. His scholarly output reflects authored 175 documents , 8,435Citations ,47 h-index, underscoring his strong global research impact. His publications appear in leading international journals such as Global Change Biology.

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Land use impacts the environmental benefits of wind energy farms in China
– Communications Earth & Environment
– Acta Scientiarum Naturalium Universitatis Pekinensis
Ecological Risks and Patterns Associated With Land Use/Cover Changes Along the Belt and Road Initiative Routes
– Land Degradation & Development
Dynamics of Carbon Emissions: Spatiotemporal Characteristics and Influencing Factors
– China Environmental Science
Dynamic Responses of Soil Organic Carbon to Urbanization: A Global Perspective
– Global Change Biology
Can a New Power System Help Maintain Planetary Boundaries Within a Safe Operating Space?
– Energy

Chongshan Yuan | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Chongshan Yuan | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Chongshan Yuan | Research Excellence | Doctoral at Jilin Agricultural University | China

Dr. Chongshan Yuan is a research-focused scientist in the field of animal reproduction, recognized for his integrative approach combining reproductive physiology, nutrition, microbiota, and molecular biology to address reproductive health and productivity challenges in livestock and animal models. He received his doctoral degree in animal reproduction, developing a strong academic foundation in reproductive biology, immunology, and experimental animal science. Professionally, Dr. Chongshan Yuan has been actively engaged in multidisciplinary research environments, contributing to experimental design, data analysis, manuscript development, and collaborative research projects involving diverse animal species such as sika deer, raccoon dogs, blue foxes, bulls, goats, and mice.

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Featured Publications

Pantothenic acid alleviates endometrial injury induced by vagotomy in mice – Mucosal Immunology

Microbiota–gut–brain axis in health and neurological disease: Interactions between gut microbiota and the nervous system – Journal of Cellular and Molecular Medicine

Puerarin inhibits Staphylococcus aureus-induced endometritis through attenuating inflammation and ferroptosis via regulating the P2X7/NLRP3 signalling pathway – Journal of Cellular and Molecular Medicine

Lactobacillus reuteri inhibits Staphylococcus aureus-induced mastitis by regulating oxytocin releasing and gut microbiota in mice – The FASEB Journal

Hematological Changes in Sika Doe and Suckling Fawn Fed with Spent Mushroom Substrate of Pleurotus ostreatus – Animals

Atsushi Ishikawa | Energy Sustainability | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Atsushi Ishikawa | Energy Sustainability | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Atsushi Ishikawa | Energy Sustainability | Senior Researcher at Osaka University | Japan

Dr. Atsushi Ishikawa is a senior researcher at IHI Corporation, Japan, recognized for his contributions to advanced energy engineering and industrial decarbonization technologies. He received formal education in mechanical engineering through a complete academic trajectory encompassing undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral training at leading Japanese universities, where his doctoral research established a strong foundation in thermal–fluid sciences and experimental multiphase flow analysis. Professionally, Dr. Atsushi Ishikawa has built a sustained research career within major industrial research and development environments, contributing both as a researcher and engineer to large-scale energy and aerospace-related projects. His professional experience spans thermal energy storage system development, circulating and packed bed technologies, gas–liquid two-phase flow analysis, and applied thermal fluid dynamics for industrial and energy conversion systems, with a clear emphasis on practical deployment and scalability.

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Robust Flow Regulation Using Orifice and J-Valve Combination in Circulating Fluidized Bed Thermal Energy Storage

– Processes, Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute

Mehmet Yaman | Research Excellence | Excellence in Research Award

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Dr. Mehmet Yaman | Research Excellence | Excellence in Research Award

Dr. Mehmet Yaman | Research Excellence | Specialist MD at Diyarbakır Gazi Yaşargil EAH | Turkey

Dr. Mehmet Yaman is a medical doctor and specialist in Obstetrics and Gynecology with extensive clinical expertise and a growing academic profile focused on women’s health and advanced gynecologic care. He completed his medical education at a reputable medical faculty and subsequently undertook structured specialist training in obstetrics and gynecology at a major education and research hospital, where he gained comprehensive exposure to complex clinical cases, surgical management, and evidence-based practice. His professional experience spans service in public training hospitals, regional state hospitals, and private healthcare institutions, where he has managed a high volume of patients and demonstrated strong competencies in pregnancy follow-up, labor and delivery, high-risk pregnancy management, urogynecology, endometriosis treatment, and advanced laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgical techniques.

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Featured Publications

Single-Session No-Touch Hysteroscopic Mechanical Resection for Cesarean Scar Pregnancy: A Novel Primary Treatment Approach
– Diagnostics
Investigation of Protective Effects of Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) Against Toxic Damage Caused by Doxorubicin in Rat Ovaries
– Konuralp Tıp Dergisi
Evaluation of Maternal Serum 25-Hydroxyvitamin D Levels in Patients with Hyperemesis Gravidarum at Early Gestational Weeks
– Eurasian Journal of Family Medicine

Biswajeet Acharya | Medical Discoveries | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Biswajeet Acharya | Medical Discoveries | Young Scientist Award

Dr. Biswajeet Acharya | Medical Discoveries | Assistant Professor at Gitam School Of Pharmacy | India

Dr. Biswajeet Acharya is an emerging applied scientist and academician in pharmaceutical sciences, currently serving as an Assistant Professor with a strong interdisciplinary research profile spanning pharmacology, nanomedicine, toxicology, and ethnopharmacology. He completed his undergraduate and postgraduate training in pharmacy with specialization in pharmacology, followed by a doctoral degree focused on ethnobotanical exploration combined with in-silico and in-vivo experimental validation, demonstrating a rigorous foundation in both traditional knowledge systems and modern biomedical research methodologies. Dr. Biswajeet Acharya has authored 55 documents with 385 citations and a 9 h-index, reflecting consistent scholarly impact indexed in Scopus and other international databases.

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Nanotechnology in Placental Cancers: Advances in Targeted Therapy and Non-Invasive Diagnostics
– Medical Oncology, Springer Nature
Nanotechnology-Driven Cardiac Tissue Engineering and 3D Bioprinting: Mechanistic Insights into Myocardial Repair and Regeneration
– Nano Trends, Elsevier
Pathomechanisms, Genetic Insights, and Therapeutics in Diabetes-Associated Dementia
– Journal of Endocrinology
Ethnobotanical Investigations of Medicinal Plants with Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Analgesic, and Anti-Inflammatory Potential in Khordha District, Odisha, India
– Ethnobotany Research and Applications
Ethnobotanical Study of Traditional Antidiabetic Plants with Potential Synergistic Use with Modern Formulations in Coastal Odisha, India
– Ethnobotany Research and Applications

Adriana Lopes | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Adriana Lopes | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Adriana Lopes | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award | Research scientist at Butantan university | Brazil

Dr. Adriana Lopes is an accomplished biochemist and senior scientific researcher recognized for her contributions to insect biochemistry, venom biology, proteomics, and enzyme-mediated biological interactions. Her educational background includes formal training in Biological Sciences at the Institute of Biosciences, University of São Paulo, followed by advanced graduate studies in Biochemistry at the Institute of Chemistry, University of São Paulo, where she completed both her master’s and doctoral research focusing on insect digestive enzymes, protease characterization, and insect–plant interactions under expert academic supervision. She has authored 33 documents, received 761 citations, and maintains a 14 h-index, reflecting sustained scholarly impact and visibility within the global scientific community. Her publication portfolio includes open-access articles in reputed international journals such as Scientific Reports and Toxins, highlighting both fundamental and applied research outcomes.

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Molecular Mechanisms of Venom Diversity
– Review Article | Open Access

Digestion in the arachnid Mischonyx squalidus as a probable source of lipids to synthesize opiliones defense and communication molecules
– Scientific Reports | Open Access

Functional and Proteomic Characterization of Acanthophis antarcticus Venom: Evidence of Fibrinogenolytic and Serine Peptidase Inhibitory Activities
– Toxins | Open Access

Huibo Bi | Energy Sustainability | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Huibo Bi | Energy Sustainability | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Huibo Bi | Energy Sustainability | Assistant Professor at Beijing University of Technology | China

Dr. Huibo Bi is an accomplished academic and applied scientist serving as an Assistant Professor at the College of Metropolitan Transportation, Beijing University of Technology, P.R. China. He is internationally recognized for his contributions to intelligent transportation systems, emergency management, brain-inspired computing, system optimisation, and energy-efficient urban infrastructure. Dr. Huibo Bi received his doctoral training in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from a leading global research university, following advanced postgraduate education in control science and a foundational engineering degree in automation.  Dr. Huibo Bi possesses advanced research skills in data-driven modelling, deep reinforcement learning, graph learning, optimisation algorithms, energy-aware control systems, and large-scale simulation of transportation networks. He has authored 28 documents, 608 Citations, 12 h-index, demonstrating sustained research impact and academic influence.

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Learning-based Hybrid Control for Hydrogen-Powered Fuel Cell Bus in Entire Route with Complex Traffic Dynamics

– Expert Systems with Applications, 2026


The Impact of Deep Reinforcement Learning-Based Traffic Signal Control on Emission Reduction in Urban Road Networks Empowered by Cooperative Vehicle–Infrastructure Systems

– Applied Energy, 2025

Reepu | Finance | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Reepu | Finance | Best Researcher Award

Chandigarh University | India

Dr. Reepu is a prolific interdisciplinary researcher whose work spans financial technology, artificial intelligence, sustainable systems, digital business models, and consumer behavior, supported by 58 publications and 165 citations across 136 documents. Her research consistently integrates advanced technologies—AI, machine learning, blockchain, IoT, and data-driven analytics—into domains such as finance, marketing, healthcare, and sustainability. A major thematic focus of her scholarship is technology adoption and its psychological, operational, and strategic implications, demonstrated through studies on consumer readiness for self-service technologies, mobile wallet acceptance in smart cities, AI-driven value creation, and customer churn forecasting. In fintech and digital finance, Dr. Reepu has contributed influential work on neo-banking models, green stock diversification, Gann-based financial forecasting, sustainability performance in private banking, and perceived risks influencing online banking use. Parallel to this, her research in neuromarketing, deepfake detection, and human–machine interfaces reflects a keen interest in cognitive responses, ethical AI, user experience, and emerging digital risks. Dr. Reepu also extends her expertise to sustainability and circular economy themes through publications on supply chain traceability using blockchain, solid waste management in high-altitude tourist regions, and the role of circular economy frameworks in promoting sustainable innovation. Her work is widely disseminated through journal articles, book chapters, and conference papers, collectively contributing to contemporary debates at the intersection of technology, finance, and societal development. Dr. Reepu’s research portfolio reflects a forward-looking vision, offering both conceptual depth and practical insights aligned with the needs of rapidly evolving digital and sustainable ecosystems.

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Featured Publications

  • Reepu, R., Kashif, M., Taneja, S., & Kumar, P. (2025). Forecasting stock values by integrating Gann square analysis with artificial intelligence (AI). In Advanced Trends in Financial Analytics (Book chapter). Springer.

  • Reepu, R., Kaya, R. R., & Türkmen, İ. (2025). A study in understanding the critical effects of consumer readiness towards self-service technology: Mediating effects of situational factors. In Technology-Driven Customer Behavior Studies (Book chapter). IGI Global.

  • Reepu, R., Kaur, G., & Sharma, S. (2025). An empirical investigation in understanding the role of artificial intelligence in enhancing the patient experience. In AI Applications in Healthcare Systems (Book chapter). IGI Global.

  • Reepu, R. (2024). The role of artificial intelligence in neuromarketing in understanding consumer behaviour. In Neuromarketing: Concepts and Ethical Implications (Book chapter). IGI Global.

  • Reepu, R., Kaur, G., & Sharma, S. (2024). Sustainable methods for solid waste management in high-altitude tourist regions. In Environmental Sustainability Practices in Emerging Contexts (Book chapter). IGI Global.

Ndukwe Johnson kalu | Waste Valorization | Excellence in Research Award

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Dr. Ndukwe Johnson kalu | Waste Valorization | Excellence in Research Award

UNESCO International Centre for Biotechnology | Nigeria

Dr. Ndukwe Johnson Kalu is a multidisciplinary microbiologist whose research advances microbial waste valorization, bioconversion processes, sustainable bioenergy, and food security solutions, supported by a growing scholarly impact reflected in 241 citations, an h-index of 8, and an i10-index of 7. His work focuses on transforming agricultural and industrial wastes into high-value products such as bioelectricity, biogas, biofertilizers, biochar, and microbial-derived biomolecules, contributing significantly to circular bioeconomy innovations. Dr. Ndukwe has explored the therapeutic potential of microalgae-derived bioactive compounds for managing human disease conditions, providing new directions in functional microbiology. His influential studies on weak acid–induced stress tolerance in yeasts offer essential insights for improving lignocellulosic bioethanol production, enabling more efficient and robust biofuel systems. He has contributed to solving digester instability challenges in anaerobic treatment processes, promoting advancements in renewable energy technologies. His research on microbial glycolipids supports the development of eco-friendly biomedical and personal care products, while his work on cassava waste valorization demonstrates integrated pathways for generating bioelectricity and organic fertilizers. Dr. Ndukwe has also investigated indigenous probiotic beverages, microbial biofilms in dye degradation for textile wastewater treatment, and the biotechnological relevance of keratinases. Beyond laboratory research, he is contributing to scientific knowledge mapping through bibliometric and systematic reviews that examine microbial waste valorization research in Africa, global bioscience trends, and disease-focused research domains such as Alzheimer’s disease and Plasmodium falciparum. Through these diverse efforts, Dr. Ndukwe Johnson Kalu is emerging as an impactful researcher driving sustainable biotechnology and environmental resilience across the African continent and beyond.

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Featured Publications

  • Eze, C. N., Onyejiaka, C. K., Ihim, S. A., Ayoka, T. O., Aduba, C. C., Ndukwe, J. K., Nwaiwu, O., & Onyeaka, H. (2023). Bioactive compounds by microalgae and potentials for the management of some human disease conditions. AIMS Microbiology, 9(1), 55–69.

  • Ndukwe, J. K., Aliyu, G. O., Onwosi, C. O., Chukwu, K. O., & Ezugworie, F. N. (2020). Mechanisms of weak acid-induced stress tolerance in yeasts: Prospects for improved bioethanol production from lignocellulosic biomass. Process Biochemistry, 90, 118–130.

  • Onwosi, C. O., Eke, I. E., Igbokwe, V. C., Odimba, J. N., Ndukwe, J. K., Chukwu, K. O., Aliyu, G. O., & Nwagu, T. N. (2019). Towards effective management of digester dysfunction during anaerobic treatment processes. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 116, 109424.

  • Ndukwe, J. K., Aduba, C. C., Ughamba, K. T., Chukwu, K. O., Eze, C. N., Nwaiwu, O., & Onyeaka, H. (2023). Diet diversification and priming with Kunu: An indigenous probiotic cereal-based non-alcoholic beverage in Nigeria. Beverages, 9(1), 14.

  • Aduba, C. C., Ndukwe, J. K., Onyejiaka, C. K., Onyeiwu, S. C., & Moneke, A. N. (2023). Integrated valorization of cassava wastes for production of bioelectricity, biogas and biofertilizer. Waste and Biomass Valorization, 14(12), 4003–4019.

Sirinya Sitthirak | Cancer | Excellence in Research Award

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Dr. Sirinya Sitthirak | Cancer | Excellence in Research Award

Walailak University | Thailand

Dr. Sirinya Sitthirak is an emerging scientist specializing in cancer genomics, multi-omics integration, and computational biology, with a strong focus on accelerating precision oncology through advanced data analytics. Her research spans cancer genomics, proteomics, phosphoproteomics, metabolomics, microbiome studies, and systems-level multi-omics approaches, allowing her to dissect tumor complexity and uncover biomarkers that drive cancer progression and therapeutic response. She has contributed to impactful research such as predicting cisplatin response in cholangiocarcinoma using chromosome patterns and gene-expression signatures, reflecting her commitment to improving clinical outcomes through translational genomics. Dr. Sitthirak is proficient in genome-wide association studies (GWAS), high-throughput data analysis, and Linux-based bioinformatics workflows using R and Python, enabling her to explore cancer evolution, drug resistance mechanisms, and tumor ecological dynamics. Her scientific engagement is demonstrated through invited oral and poster presentations at prestigious global platforms, including the Cancer Evolution: From Genome to Ecology meeting hosted by Wellcome Connecting Science at the University of Cambridge, the International Conference on Cancer Bioinformatics (ETH Zurich), and the European Association for Cancer Research (EACR) conferences. Dr. Sitthirak has earned multiple competitive honors, including bursaries, travel grants, and international presentation awards, underscoring the significance of her contributions. She is also actively involved in capacity building as an instructor for regional bioinformatics programs, teaching helminth genomics, SARS-CoV-2 bioinformatics, and cancer genome analysis across Asia. Overall, her research integrates multi-omics technologies with computational innovation to advance the understanding of cancer biology and support the development of precision diagnostic and therapeutic strategies.

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Featured Publication

Sitthirak, S., [Co-authors]. (2025). Predicting cisplatin response in cholangiocarcinoma patients using chromosome pattern and related gene expression. Scientific Reports.