Sina Farahani | Structural Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Sina Farahani | Structural Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Shahid Chamran University | Iran

Assist. Prof. Dr. Sina Farahani is a dedicated researcher in Structural and Earthquake Engineering, with expertise spanning seismic design of structures, offshore wind turbine foundations, soil–structure interaction, and performance-based design. His research integrates advanced computational modeling, finite element analysis, and machine learning techniques to improve the seismic resilience of reinforced concrete and steel structures. Assist. Prof. Dr. Sina Farahani’s recent works, published in prestigious journals such as Engineering Structures, Earthquake Engineering & Structural Dynamics, Computers and Geotechnics, and Structures, focus on liquefaction-induced settlement prediction, buckling-restrained braced frames, and AI-driven settlement forecasting frameworks for offshore foundations. He has significantly contributed to developing displacement-based seismic design methodologies, offering new insights into the nonlinear dynamic behavior and optimization of complex structural systems. A member of several national and international engineering societies, Assist. Prof. Dr. Sina Farahani continues to advance sustainable and resilient structural engineering solutions through innovative interdisciplinary research and impactful publications.

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Featured Publications

  • Farahani, S., Akhaveissy, A. H., & Damkilde, L. (2021). Equivalent viscous damping for buckling-restrained braced RC frame structures. Structures, 34, 1229–1252.

  • Nazarimofrad, E., Farahani, S., & Zahrai, S. M. (2019). Multiobjective optimal placement of active tendons to control irregular multistory buildings with soil–structure interaction. The Structural Design of Tall and Special Buildings, 28(4), e1581.

  • Farahani, S., & Barari, A. (2023). A simplified procedure for the prediction of liquefaction‐induced settlement of offshore wind turbines supported by suction caisson foundation based on effective stress analyses. Earthquake Engineering & Structural Dynamics, 52(15), 5072–5098.

  • Mohebkhah, A., & Farahani, S. (2016). Seismic behavior of direct displacement-based designed eccentrically braced frames. International Journal of Engineering—Transactions C: Aspects, 29(6), 752–760.

  • Moghaddam, A., Barari, A., Farahani, S., Tabarsa, A., & Jeng, D. S. (2023). Effective stress analysis of residual wave-induced liquefaction around caisson-foundations: Bearing capacity degradation and an AI-based framework for predicting settlement. Computers and Geotechnics, 159, 105364.

Taşkın Mumcu | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Taşkın Mumcu | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dokuz Eylul University | Turkey

Dr. Taşkın Mumcu is a dedicated researcher from Dokuz Eylül University, specializing in analytical and separation chemistry with a focus on green and sustainable analytical methodologies. His research encompasses chromatographic analysis, mass spectrometry, sample preparation, thermal methods, and the design of novel extraction and sensing techniques for trace metal ions and organic contaminants in environmental and food matrices. Dr. Taşkın Mumcu has authored 10 SCI-indexed journal articles, achieving 62 citations and an h-index of 5, reflecting steady academic impact. His innovative work includes the development of ultrasound-assisted, ionic liquid-based, and hydrazone-functionalized silica extraction systems, as well as emission-based sensors for phosphate and ATP detection. Through his studies published in high-impact journals such as the Journal of Food Composition and Analysis, Spectrochimica Acta Part A, and the International Journal of Environmental Analytical Chemistry, Dr. Taşkın Mumcu has significantly contributed to advancing eco-friendly analytical approaches for food safety, environmental monitoring, and chemical analysis.

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Featured Publications

Pamık, D. T., Bozkurt, S. S., & Mumcu, T. (2023). Ultrasonic assisted dispersive micro-solid phase extraction of some sulfonamide antibiotics from milk and egg samples using polymeric ionic liquid-based chitosan before HPLC analysis. Microchemical Journal, 191, 108876.

Antep, H. M., Mumcu, T., Bostanci, K., Bozkurt, S. S., & Merdivan, M. (2017). Ultrasound-assisted surfactant/ionic liquid aqueous two-phase system extraction prior to high performance liquid chromatography for the determination of tetracyclines in milk and honey samples. Turkish Journal of Chemistry, 41(6), 955–966.

İnan, S., Mumcu, T., & Bozkurt, S. S. (2020). Box–Behnken design for removal of uranium(VI) from aqueous solution using poly(ethylene glycol) based dicationic ionic liquid impregnated chitosan. Turkish Journal of Chemistry, 44(3), 756–774.

Mumcu, T., & Bozkurt, S. S. (2019). Aqueous two-phase extraction technique based on magnetic ionic liquid–nonionic surfactant for phenolic acids in grape, apple, pear, and banana. Turkish Journal of Chemistry, 43(6), 1672–1685.

Mumcu, T., & Seyhan Bozkurt, S. (2022). Simultaneous extraction of five phenolic acids in fruits using ultrasound assisted aqueous two phase system based on polyethylene glycol–ionic liquid–sodium carbonate. Separation Science and Technology, 57(3), 433–443.

Angélique Nicolas Messi | Organic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Angélique Nicolas Messi | Organic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

University of Yaoundé 1 | Cameroon

Dr. Angélique Nicolas Messi is a researcher specializing in pharmaceutical and natural products chemistry, with a focus on discovering bioactive compounds from medicinal plants. Her work emphasizes neuroprotection, anticancer, antimalarial, anti-HIV/AIDS, and anti-neuroinflammatory activities, targeting both natural and synthetic compounds. She employs bioguided isolation, synthesis of flavonoids and biflavonoids, and advanced spectroscopic techniques (1D and 2D NMR) for drug discovery and chemotaxonomy. Dr. Angélique Nicolas Messi has published 11 papers, cited over 70 times, with an h-index of 4, covering topics such as antileishmanial agents from Tarenna conferta, HIV-1 inhibitors from Ochna rhizomatosa, and plant-derived alkaloids for leukemia and malaria drug development, highlighting her contribution to understanding the pharmacological potential of African flora.

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Featured Publications

  • Ndongo, J. T., Issa, M. E., Messi, A. N., Ngo Mbing, J., Cuendet, M., & Pegnyemb, D. E., et al. (2015). Cytotoxic flavonoids and other constituents from the stem bark of Ochna schweinfurthiana. Natural Product Research, 29(17), 1684–1687.

  • Messi, A. N., Mbing, J. N., Ndongo, J. T., Nyegue, M. A., Tchinda, A. T., & Yemeda, F. L., et al. (2016). Phenolic compounds from the roots of Ochna schweinfurthiana and their antioxidant and antiplasmodial activities. Phytochemistry Letters, 17, 119–125.

  • Djova, S. V., Nyegue, M. A., Messi, A. N., Afagnigni, A. D., & Etoa, F. X. (2019). Phytochemical study of aqueous extract of Ochna schweinfurthiana F. Hoffm powder bark and evaluation of their anti-inflammatory, cytotoxic, and genotoxic activities. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2019, 8908343.

  • Messi, A. N., Bonnet, S. L., Owona, B. A., Wilhelm, A., Kamto, E. L. D., & Ndongo, J. T., et al. (2022). In vitro and in silico potential inhibitory effects of new biflavonoids from Ochna rhizomatosa on HIV-1 integrase and Plasmodium falciparum. Pharmaceutics, 14(8), 1701.

  • Nyegue, M. A., Mbing, J. N., Djova, S. V., Messi, A. N., Olugu, S. V., & Pegnyemb, D. E., et al. (2016). Evaluation of the antioxidant activity of the leaves, stem-barks extracts and fractions of Ochna schweinfurthiana F. Hoffm (Ochnaceae). African Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology, 10(17), 370–378.

İlhan Sabancılar | Molecular Oncology | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. İlhan Sabancılar | Molecular Oncology | Best Researcher Award

Bitlis Eren University | Turkey

Assist. Prof. Dr. İlhan Sabancılar is a biochemist and medical researcher at Bitlis Eren University, Turkey, whose work bridges biochemistry, molecular medicine, and pharmaceutical sciences. His research primarily focuses on the anticancer, antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties of bioactive compounds, natural extracts, and nanomaterials. Assist. Prof. Dr. İlhan Sabancılar has contributed to the synthesis and biological evaluation of novel heterocyclic and aza-acyclic nucleoside derivatives, investigating their potential as therapeutic agents through molecular docking and cytotoxicity studies. His publications in journals such as Pharmaceuticals, Current Issues in Molecular Biology, and Reviews on Environmental Health reflect his expertise in oxidative stress, trace element biochemistry, and drug development. With 9 publications and 247 citations, he has established a growing scientific presence supported by multiple research projects on oxidative stress, viral inhibition, and cancer therapeutics. A member of the Turkish Biochemical Society and the Molecular Cancer Research Association, Assist. Prof. Dr. İlhan Sabancılar’s multidisciplinary approach and consistent research output position him as a promising scholar contributing significantly to the advancement of biomedical and biochemical sciences.

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Featured Publications

1. Unsal, V., Cicek, M., & Sabancilar, İ. (2021). Toxicity of carbon tetrachloride, free radicals and role of antioxidants. Reviews on Environmental Health, 36(2), 279–295.

2. Bilden, A., Sabancılar, İ., Yalçın Azarkan, S., Karadağlı, K., Kaya, S., Kahraman, M., & Çiçek, M. (2025). Investigating the therapeutic potential of crude leech saliva based on its anticancer, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory effects. Current Issues in Molecular Biology, 47(5), 328.

3. Sabancilar, İ., Unsal, V., Demir, F., Toprak, G., & Pekkolay, Z. (2023). Does oxidative status affect serum sclerostin levels in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus? Folia Medica, 65(1), 46–52.

4. Alhilal, M., Alhilal, S., Gomha, S. M., Farag, B., Sabancilar, İ., & Ouf, S. A. (2025). Biological evaluation and molecular docking studies of novel aza-acyclic nucleosides as putative antimicrobial, anticancer, and antioxidant agents. BMC Chemistry, 19(1), 255.

5. Muhammed Ayral, H. T., Toprak, S. F., Dedeoğlu, S., & Sabancılar, İ. (2021). Kronik Otitis Media’da Tiyol-Disülfid Homeostazının Değişikliği. Dicle Tıp Dergisi, 48(1), 197–204.

6. Toprak, G., Sabancılar, İ., Özcan, N., & Alkan, H. (2020). Total oxidant status (TOS), total antioxidant status (TAS), ferritin and vitamin D levels in patients with chronic hepatitis C. Microbiology and Infectious Diseases, 4(2), 1–4.

 

Asha Chaubey | Fermentation Technology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Asha Chaubey | Fermentation Technology | Best Researcher Award

CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine  | India

Dr. Asha Chaubey is a distinguished researcher at the Indian Institute of Integrated Medicine, Jammu, India, recognized for her impactful contributions in biotechnology, microbial enzymology, natural product chemistry, and biosensor development. She has authored 69 publications with over 4,460 citations and an h-index of 24, reflecting significant influence in her field. Her research encompasses microbial enzyme production and purification, including therapeutic enzymes such as L-asparaginase and serratiopeptidase, and the discovery of bioactive compounds from Himalayan Streptomyces. Dr. Asha Chaubey also pioneers in microfluidic-based nucleic acid detection platforms and miniaturized electrophoresis techniques, demonstrating innovation in molecular diagnostics. Her work spans plant molecular biology, with studies on G-protein-mediated stress and nutrient signaling, highlighting a multidisciplinary approach bridging microbiology, biotechnology, and applied molecular research. With extensive collaborations and high-impact outputs, her contributions advance both fundamental understanding and practical applications in fermentation, bioprocessing, and biosensor technology.

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  • Chaubey, A., et al. (2025). Production, purification and in vitro anticancer efficiency of L-asparaginase obtained from bacterial isolate of black gram rhizospheric soil sample of J&K. Indian Journal of Agricultural Biochemistry.

  • Chaubey, A., et al. (2025). Portable, quantitative, real-time isothermal nucleic acid amplification test using microfluidic device-coupled UV-LED photodiode detector. Biosensors and Bioelectronics.

  • Chaubey, A., et al. (2025). (3R)-obscurolide A: A new obscurolide from Streptomyces chartreusis SA-7 isolated from soil of the North Western Himalayas. Natural Product Research.

  • Chaubey, A., et al. (2024). Miniaturized electrophoresis: An integrated microfluidic cartridge with functionalized hydrogel-assisted LAMP for sample-to-answer analysis of nucleic acid. Biomicrofluidics.

  • Chaubey, A., et al. (2024). Pea G-protein γ subunits: Unlocking their potential in physiological stress and mycorrhizal mediated nutrient sensing. Current Plant Biology.

 

Dieter E. Kaufmann | Medicinal Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Dieter E. Kaufmann | Medicinal Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Technical University of Clausthal | Germany

Prof. Dr. Dieter E. Kaufmann is a distinguished organic chemist whose research bridges fundamental synthetic chemistry and applied materials science. His work focuses on the design and synthesis of heterocyclic compounds, polyhalogenated nitrobutadienes, and functionalized benzoates with applications in medicinal chemistry, sustainable materials, and energy systems. He has contributed extensively to the chemical modification of renewable resources, including wood, for enhanced durability, hydrophobicity, and flame retardancy, as well as to the development of organic redox flow batteries. With over 128 publications, 3,676 citations, and an h-index of 30, his research demonstrates high scientific impact, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration across organic synthesis, catalysis, and green chemistry.

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  • Kaufmann, D. E., et al. (2025). Synthesis and microbiological activities of 3-nitropyrazolo-[1,5-d][1,2,4]triazin-7(6H)-ones and derivatives. Molecules, 2025.

  • Kaufmann, D. E., et al. (2025). Synthesis, characterization and application of thioindigosulfonic acids as electrolytes in an aqueous organic redox flow battery. ChemElectroChem, 2025.

  • Kaufmann, D. E., et al. (2023). A new way to 2,3,4-trisubstituted benzo[h]quinolines: Synthesis, consecutive reactions and cellular activities. Molecules, 2023.

  • Kaufmann, D. E., et al. (2023). Chemistry of polyhalogenated nitrobutadienes, 19: Synthesis of new types of compounds modulating the biological activity of Type I interferons (IFN-I). Arkivoc, 2023.

  • Kaufmann, D. E., et al. (2022). Intramolecular phosphine-promoted Knoevenagel based redox-reaction. Molecules, 2022.

  • Kaufmann, D. E., et al. (2022). Chemistry of polyhalogenated nitrobutadienes, 17: Efficient synthesis of persubstituted chloroquinolinyl-1H-pyrazoles and evaluation of their antimalarial, anti-SARS-CoV-2, antibacterial, and cytotoxic activities. Beilstein Journal of Organic Chemistry, 2022.

  • Kaufmann, D. E., et al. (2021). Surface tuning of wood via covalent modification of its lignocellulosic biopolymers with substituted benzoates: A study on reactivity, efficiency, and durability. ACS Omega, 2021.

  • Kaufmann, D. E., et al. (2021). Durable modification of wood by benzoylation—Proof of covalent bonding by solution state NMR and DOSY NMR quick-test. Polymers, 2021.

  • Kaufmann, D. E., et al. (2021). Chemical improvement of surfaces. Part 6: Enhanced flame retardancy of Scots pine sapwood by covalent modification with phosphorus and boron functionalized benzoates. Holzforschung, 2021.

  • Kaufmann, D. E., et al. (2021). Surface tuning of wood through chemical modification for enhanced performance and stability. Holzforschung, 2021.

Zinan Lei | Gynecology​ | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Zinan Lei | Gynecology​ | Best Researcher Award

Mianyang Central Hospital​ | China

Ms. Zinan Lei is an accomplished researcher and clinician specializing in obstetrics and gynecology, with a strong focus on perinatal medicine and high-risk pregnancy management. Her research emphasizes improving maternal and neonatal outcomes through evidence-based approaches and clinical modeling. She has contributed to advancing knowledge in the field through her study on “Risk Factors and a Preliminary Clinical Prediction Model for Postpartum Hemorrhage or the Need for Hemostatic Intervention in Twin Cesarean Deliveries”, published in the International Journal of Women’s Health (2025). Her work demonstrates a commitment to enhancing predictive risk assessment, clinical decision-making, and preventive strategies in obstetric care. Combining her extensive clinical expertise with active participation in scientific research, Ms. Zinan Lei’s contributions significantly support the progress of women’s health, obstetric innovation, and maternal safety.

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Lei, Z. (2025, October). Risk factors and a preliminary clinical prediction model for postpartum hemorrhage or the need for hemostatic intervention in twin cesarean deliveries. International Journal of Women’s Health.

 

 

Kunshan Xu | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Kunshan Xu | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Yantai University | China

Mr. Kunshan Xu is a distinguished researcher at Yantai University, China, specializing in the failure mechanisms of glass-lined coating/metal composite materials and the intelligent design and repair technologies for glass-lined coatings. His research spans the fields of material science, magnetic memory nondestructive testing, and ceramic technology, integrating principles of engineering thermophysics and applied magnetism. Mr. Kunshan Xu has authored numerous influential papers in high-impact journals such as Journal of Magnetism and Magnetic Materials, Ceramics International, and Research in Nondestructive Evaluation. His work has advanced understanding of metal magnetic memory testing, stress concentration detection, and ceramic material enhancement using nanoparticles and additives like zirconia, carbon nanotubes, and boron oxide. With over 235 citations, 26 publications, and a Scopus h-index of 10, his research exhibits both scientific depth and practical relevance in industrial material design and failure prevention. Mr. Kunshan Xu’s interdisciplinary approach and consistent publication record position him as a notable contributor to modern materials engineering and nondestructive evaluation research.

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Featured Publications

  • Zhang, X., Wang, L., Zhang, H., Zhao, L., Shi, X., Xu, K., Gao, G., & Liu, J. (2025). Effect of zirconium diboride on mechanical properties and alkali corrosion resistance of enamel. International Journal of Applied Ceramic Technology.

  • Xu, Y., Zhao, L., Zhong, J., Xu, K., Zhang, X., Li, T., & Liu, J. (2023). Study of magnetic signals behavior at groove defect by tensile stress during online measurement of Q345R steel. Journal of Magnetism and Magnetic Materials.

  • Zheng, J., Xu, K., Wang, H., Sun, W., Sun, J., & Liu, J. (2023). Effect of bentonite content on the suspension stability of a glaze slurry and final enamel performance. Ceramics International.

  • Xu, K., Xue, H., Xie, Y., Zhao, L., Tian, J., & Liu, J. (2023). Improving the mechanical properties of enamel by nickel nanoparticle addition. International Journal of Applied Ceramic Technology.

  • Xu, K., Wang, H., Zhao, L., Tian, J., Huang, X., & Liu, J. (2022). Improving the bending and corrosion resistance of an enamel by the addition of β-Si₃N₄ whiskers. Ceramics International.

Madhumitha R | Image Processing | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. Madhumitha R | Image Processing | Best Researcher Award

St. Joseph’s college of engineering | India

Mrs. Madhumitha R is an accomplished academic and researcher specializing in Image Processing, Embedded Systems, and Artificial Intelligence. Her research focuses on developing AI-driven frameworks and IoT-based intelligent systems for real-world applications such as intrusion detection, autonomous vehicles, and health monitoring. With a portfolio of 21 research publications, 68 citations, and an h-index of 5, she has contributed significantly to the fields of Edge-AI, Deep Learning, and Industrial IoT. Her innovative mindset is evident through three published patents, including AI-powered systems for COVID-19 detection, hybrid solar seawater desalination, and cattle health monitoring. A committed member of the IEEE Computer Science Society, she actively participates in academic research, workshops, and knowledge dissemination, reflecting her strong dedication to advancing technological innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration in engineering and applied AI.

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Featured Publications

  • Rajendran, M., et al. (2025). Edge-AI framework for intrusion detection in IIoT networks using enhanced deep convolutional neural networks.

  • Rajendran, M., et al. (2025). Deep learning for real-time traffic analysis and decision-making in IoT-connected autonomous vehicles.

Xiaohu Chen | Mycology | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Xiaohu Chen | Mycology | Best Researcher Award

Yangtze University | China

Mr. Xiaohu Chen is an emerging researcher from Yangtze University whose work focuses on Plant Stress Physiology and Plant–Microbe Interactions. His research explores how beneficial root endophytic fungi, particularly Trichoderma harzianum, enhance drought tolerance and physiological performance in plants. He demonstrates strong expertise in plant physiological ecology, including photosynthetic measurement, antioxidant system analysis, and phytohormone quantification. With 2 publications, 3 citations, and an h-index of 1, his early contributions reflect growing potential in advancing sustainable plant productivity and eco-friendly agricultural practices.

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Chen, X., Sun, R., Hu, D., Yang, Y., Cheng, Z., Hu, P., & Fei, Y. (2025). Serendipita indica enhances drought tolerance in Phoebe sheareri seedlings by improving photosynthetic efficiency, stimulating the antioxidant defense system, and modulating hormone synthesis. Journal of Fungi, 11(10), 717.

Chen, X., Zeng, X., Fei, Y., & Hu, D. (2025). Effects of Trichoderma harzianum on the morphological and physiological characteristics of three turfgrass species grown on eco-concrete. Horticulturae, 11(7), 746.