Sayed Hemeda | Soil Science | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Sayed Hemeda | Soil Science | Research Excellence Award

Cairo University | Egypt 

Sayed Hemeda is a distinguished scholar in architectural conservation and civil engineering, recognized for integrating advanced structural and geotechnical engineering principles with innovative heritage preservation methodologies. His work has significantly contributed to developing conservation protocols tailored to the complex conditions of archaeological sites, particularly within Egypt’s culturally rich landscape. With 42 published documents, an h-index of 12, and 378 citations, his research demonstrates strong scholarly impact and sustained international recognition. Hemeda’s contributions span high-quality journal publications, influential book chapters, and invited lectures that have strengthened global academic collaboration and elevated the visibility of Cairo University’s conservation programs. His leadership in interdisciplinary research has driven the adoption of engineering-based approaches to heritage preservation by leading institutions, while his involvement in major archaeological initiatives reflects a commitment to applying scientific principles to real-world conservation challenges. As an active member of international alliances and collaborative projects, he continues to promote research exchange and innovation within the field. Through his strategic academic leadership, project management expertise, and dedication to safeguarding cultural landmarks, Sayed Hemeda remains a transformative figure advancing sustainable and scientifically driven methodologies for the protection of cultural heritage.

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Featured Publications

Hemeda, S. (2025). 3D stability modelling of Tutankhamen’s Tomb (KV62) using PLAXIS 3D with jointed rock model. npj Heritage Science.

Hemeda, S. (2024). Experimental and finite element assessment of stabilizing configurations for underground heritage sites. Heritage Science.

Hemeda, S. (2024). PLAXIS 3D numerical analysis of complex geotechnical problems of colossal built heritage. Heritage Science.

Hemeda, S. (2023). Influences of bulk structure of calcarenitic rocks on water storage and transfer in order to assess durability and climate change impact. Heritage Science.

Hemeda, S. (2022). Geotechnical modelling and subsurface analysis of complex underground structures using PLAXIS 3D. International Journal of Geo-Engineering.

Deepmala Sehgal | Biochemistry | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Deepmala Sehgal | Biochemistry | Research Excellence Award

Syngenta UK Limited | United Kingdom 

Deepmala Sehgal’s research centers on advancing genomics-assisted strategies to strengthen weed management and crop improvement through cutting-edge molecular and quantitative genetics. Her work focuses on uncovering non-target site resistance genes in major weed species using approaches such as QTL mapping, TWAS, and GWAS, supported by the development of specialized panels and populations. She also designs high-throughput KASP assays to efficiently detect target-site resistance mutations across diverse weed genomes. Beyond weed genomics, her expertise extends to wheat genetics, where she has led major initiatives in genetic improvement and genomics-enabled breeding. A significant component of her work involves optimizing genomic selection models for complex traits by evaluating SNP- and haplotype-based prediction systems and integrating GWAS-identified loci alongside epistatic interactions to enhance predictive accuracy. Her scientific contributions are reflected in 2,284 citations, 75 scientific documents, and an h-index of 28, highlighting her influence in plant genomics and quantitative genetics. Her combined focus on innovation, high-resolution genetic analysis, and application-driven breeding solutions positions her at the forefront of modern crop and weed genomics research.

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Featured Publications

Sehgal, D., Martín-Sanz, A., Sayago, A., Perraki, A., & Kaundun, S. S. (2025). Prevalence of two acetolactate synthase target site resistance mutations in sunflower broomrape from Europe as determined by robust kompetitive allele-specific assays (KASP). Pest Management Science.

Kokhmetova, A., Rathan, N. D., Sehgal, D., Ali, S., Zeleneva, Y., Kumarbayeva, M., Bolatbekova, A., Krishnappa, G., Keishilov, Z., Kokhmetova, A., Mukhametzhanov, K., & Bakhytuly, K. (2025). Genetic dissection of Septoria tritici blotch and Septoria nodorum blotch resistance in wheat using GWAS. Frontiers in Plant Science.

Janet Leandro Marmolejo | Soil Biology | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Janet Leandro Marmolejo | Soil Biology | Research Excellence Award

College of Postgraduates | Mexico

Janet Leandro Marmolejo is an accomplished agricultural and livestock professional with strong expertise in health, microbiology, parasitology, and animal production systems. Her background spans hands-on roles in cattle, buffalo, sheep, turkey, and swine management, where she has applied biosecurity measures, disease prevention strategies, and reproductive evaluation techniques to enhance productivity. She has contributed significantly to silvopastoral systems, dairy and meat operations, and reproductive studies, including work with andrological examinations in buffalo. Janet has overseen the implementation of good livestock practices, feed formulation, monitoring of productive and reproductive indicators, and the development of animal health protocols. Her experience managing dual-purpose cattle, native turkeys, and buffalo herds demonstrates strong diagnostic, behavioral assessment, and disease-control capabilities. As an advisor in sheep production, she has managed vaccination schedules, reproductive monitoring, herd performance, and resource planning. In swine units, her responsibilities have included clinical sampling, nutritional adjustments, sanitary procedures, and growth monitoring. Janet’s academic foundation in genetic resources, livestock productivity, agricultural engineering, and zootechnics complements her extensive field experience, enabling her to integrate scientific knowledge with practical livestock management. Her diverse expertise positions her as a versatile professional capable of contributing to research, industrial, livestock, and agronomic sectors.

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Featured Publications

Leandro Marmolejo, J., Crosby Galván, M. M., Crosby Galván, E. M., Vallejo Hernández, L. H., Sánchez-Torres Esqueda, M. T., Cortez Romero, C., & Améndola Massiotti, R. D. (2025). The metabolism of Streptomyces avermitilis isolated from agricultural soils during the four seasons of the year. Applied Microbiology, 5(4), 138.

Marmolejo, J., & Ahedo, A. (2023). Métodos de rotación de calendarios sanitarios en corrales de engorda de ovinos de la raza Suffolk [Design]. Universidad Autónoma Chapingo.

Leandro, J. M. (2023, June 30). Determinación de los indicadores morfométricos reproductivos en machos de búfalo de agua (Bubalus bubalis) mediante examen andrológico con el uso del electro-eyaculador en Costa Rica [Conference poster]. 4º Congreso Nacional Estudiantil en Biología, Educación Ambiental y Agricultura Orgánica.

Leandro, J. M. (2023, June 28). Evaluación etológica en dos tipos de ambiente y su respuesta productiva en pavos doble pechuga (Meleagris gallopavo Linn) [Conference poster]. 4º Congreso Nacional Estudiantil en Biología, Educación Ambiental y Agricultura Orgánica.

Lidi Shi | Earth | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Lidi Shi | Earth | Young Scientist Award

University of Toronto | Canada

Lidi Shi is a researcher with strong expertise in stratified flows in reservoirs, lakes, and rivers, with a particular focus on the mixing dynamics of confluent flows, stratification processes, and their ecological impacts on phytoplankton distributions. His current work emphasizes winter limnology, where he investigates oxygen dynamics under ice-covered lakes and examines how thermal stratification in dimictic lakes influences fish habitat availability. Motivated by the goal of generating meaningful environmental benefits, he integrates high-resolution field measurements with advanced numerical modeling to better understand physical–ecological interactions in inland waters. He is proficient in Matlab, Fortran, and Python, with full command of Delft-3D and Mike21 hydrodynamic modeling systems, and is experienced in using specialized field instruments such as temperature chains, ADV, ADCP, VMP, and fish telemetry. His scientific contributions are reflected in 13 research documents, 82 citations, and an h-index of 7, demonstrating both productivity and growing influence within the aquatic sciences community. Lidi Shi’s research advances predictive insights into water quality, ecosystem resilience, and habitat dynamics, positioning him as a promising scientist committed to applying limnological understanding toward tangible and positive environmental change.

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Featured Publications

Shi, L., Sun, J., Zuo, X., Morovati, K., Gualtieri, C., & Lin, B. (2025). Interplay between convection and wind in driving surface mixing in the Xiangjiaba Reservoir, China. Hydrological Sciences Journal.

Shi, L., Sun, J., Wells, M., Morovati, K., Gualtieri, C., Wu, M., Wang, X., Lin, B., & Zuo, X. (2025). Near-surface turbulence mixing in a large channel-type reservoir: Potential impacts on phytoplankton distribution. Journal of Hydrology.

Li, Y., Sun, J., Feng, H., Wang, X., Shi, L., & Lin, B. (2024). A comparative study on aquatic environment of two mega reservoirs in the mainstream of Yangtze River. Journal of Hydrology.

Morovati, K., Tian, F., Pokhrel, Y., Someth, P., Shi, L., Zhang, K., Nakhaei, P., & Ly, S. (2024). Fishery and agriculture amidst human activities and climate change in the Mekong River: A review of gaps in data and effective approaches towards sustainable development. Journal of Hydrology.

Shivanand Pawar | Soil Science | Best Faculty Award

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Dr. Shivanand Pawar | Soil Science | Best Faculty Award

Jain University | India

Dr. Shivanand Pawar’s research demonstrates a strong commitment to advancing sustainable rural development through evidence-based community education interventions. His work focuses on assessing how structured community engagement can drive measurable progress toward Sustainable Development Goals, particularly within rural settings. By designing and implementing a comprehensive Sustainable Rural Community Development Module, he conducted an empirical study involving women, farmers, and youth, applying quantitative interviews, focus group discussions, observational follow-ups, and pre- and post-intervention assessments to examine shifts in awareness, participation, and community-led action. The study generated valuable insights into how targeted education can strengthen human capital, enhance local capacities, and support long-term sustainability outcomes. His intervention model emphasizes participatory learning, social inclusion, and empowerment as core drivers of development, ultimately positioning community education as a transformative tool for rural advancement. The research has resulted in recognized scholarly contributions, including an award-winning paper on human capital and sustainable development. His academic impact is reflected in an h-index of 2, citation count of 22, and an i10-index of 1, indicating growing influence in the field of social work and sustainable development research. These metrics highlight both the relevance and emerging impact of his contributions toward advancing community-centered development practices.

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Featured Publications

Pawar, S. (2025). Human capital and stakeholder engagement intervention: A women empowerment pathway to achieve sustainable community development in water, sanitation, and hygiene at Vaijapur Village of Karnataka, India.

Pawar, S. (2023). Influence of decision-making styles and affective styles on academic procrastination among students.

Pawar, S. (2022). Internet gaming disorder among adolescents during COVID-19 pandemic: A case report of Kerala students, India

Pawar, S. (2022). Psychological wellbeing status of Schedule Caste during COVID-19 pandemic of Thiruvallur District of Tamil Nadu, India

Rui Wang | Data Science | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Rui Wang | Data Science | Research Excellence Award

Ningbo University | China 

Rui Wang’s research advances intelligent energy systems with a strong emphasis on battery state estimation, data-driven diagnostics, and optimization frameworks for sustainable power applications. His work integrates artificial intelligence, probabilistic modeling, optimal control, and cyber-physical system design to enhance the reliability, safety, and efficiency of lithium-ion batteries and broader electrical infrastructures. Through contributions spanning battery State of Health estimation, extremum-seeking control for battery pack equalization, model-data fusion domain adaptation, and ensemble learning for confidence-aware diagnostics, he addresses critical challenges in renewable energy storage and intelligent transportation systems. His involvement in developing reinforcement learning architectures further strengthens the adaptability and optimization capacity of modern energy networks. With 4 research documents, 38 citations, and an h-index of 3, his published work reflects growing recognition within the energy systems, artificial intelligence, and control engineering communities. Collaborative projects with industrial partners highlight the practical relevance of his methods, particularly in implementing early-warning mechanisms for battery degradation and improving the reliability of next-generation electric mobility technologies. His research contributions collectively support the advancement of intelligent, sustainable, and data-driven energy ecosystems aligned with global technological and environmental priorities.

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Featured Publications

Wang, Q., Xie, M., Wang, R., & Mo, H. (2025). FESD: Feature-Enhanced Structured-State-Space Diffusion Model for Battery SOH Prediction and Imputation. IEEE Transactions on Instrumentation and Measurement.

Fahanwi Asabuwa Ngwabebhoh | Environmental | Research Excellence Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Fahanwi Asabuwa Ngwabebhoh | Environmental | Research Excellence Award

Kocaeli University | Turkey

Fahanwi Asabuwa Ngwabebhohis a dedicated researcher in polymer and materials chemistry whose work advances environmentally green concepts and bioinspired material innovations. His research focuses on the design, synthesis, modification, and processing of functional polymer systems engineered to deliver tailored properties for biocomposites, nanomaterials, and conductive polymeric structures. He has contributed significant advancements in applications such as photodegradation of pollutants, membrane filtration, adsorption of organic molecules, controlled drug delivery, energy-related materials including carbonated electrolytes, and the development of high-performance biosensors. His scientific output demonstrates strong interdisciplinary impact, with 48 published documents, 1,385 citations from 1,249 citing documents, and a solid h-index of 19, reflecting the visibility, credibility, and long-term influence of his research in the global scientific community. Through his work, FAHANWI ASABUWA NGWABEBHOH continues to push boundaries in sustainable polymer engineering and materials science, contributing novel solutions to pressing environmental and technological challenges while remaining open to collaborative opportunities that expand the development of next-generation polymeric materials for advanced bioapplications and energy systems.

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Featured Publications

Delawary, A. R., Ngwabebhoh, F. A., Pechancova, V., Saha, T., & Saha, P. (2025). Treatment and utilization of chromium-tanned leather waste for energy materials as an alternative approach to current energy technologies: A review. Materials Today Sustainability.

Saha, N., Ngwabebhoh, F. A., Zandraa, O., Chaudhuri, M., Saha, N., Solovyov, D., Salms, G., Dubnika, A., Sosnik, A., & Saha, T. (2025). Self-crosslinkable bacterial cellulose/chitosan/pectin injectable hydrogels: Design, characterization and preliminary biological performance. Journal of Applied Polymer Science.

Ngwabebhoh, F. A., Saha, N., Saha, T., & Saha, P. (2025). Enhancing the role of biopolymer-based composites as cost-effective biostimulants and bioactive coating systems for sustainable agriculture: Preparation, characterization, and optimization. Emergent Materials.

Fikret Dogru | Earth | Research Excellence Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Fikret Dogru | Earth | Research Excellence Award

Ataturk University | Turkey

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Fikret Dogru’s research contributions in geophysical engineering reflect a strong command of satellite data analysis, ground-based geophysical surveys, and advanced signal-processing techniques such as wavelet transformation. His scholarly output demonstrates consistent productivity, with 30 published documents that collectively highlight expertise in gravity methods, subsurface characterization, and the development of integrative geophysical interpretation frameworks. These contributions have drawn growing academic attention, evidenced by 150 citations, showcasing the relevance and applicability of his work in both theoretical and applied geophysics. With an h-index of 7, his research exhibits a solid level of influence across interconnected scientific areas, particularly where geophysical modeling intersects with innovative analytical methodologies. His portfolio includes impactful studies that enhance the accuracy of geophysical mapping, improve the reliability of structural assessments, and support multidisciplinary investigations across engineering and earth sciences. In addition, his recognition through multiple publication awards demonstrates the broader scientific community’s acknowledgment of the quality and continuity of his research outputs. Overall, his work significantly advances modern geophysical engineering by integrating data-driven approaches with robust analytical precision, contributing to improved subsurface exploration, geotechnical evaluation, and the evolution of contemporary geophysical interpretation techniques.

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Featured Publications

Taşci, S., Şenocak, S., Doğru, F., Wang, B., Abdelrahman, K., Fnais, M. S., & Abd El-Raouf, A. (2025). Geospatial and multi-criteria analysis for identifying groundwater potential zones in the Oltu Basin, Turkey.

Abd El-Raouf, A., Doğru, F., Bilici, Ö., Azab, I., Taşci, S., Jiang, L., Abdelrahman, K., Fnais, M., & Amer, O. (2024). Combining remote sensing data and geochemical properties of ultramafics to explore chromite ore deposits in East Oltu Erzurum, Turkey.

Aniekan Ekanem | Earth | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Aniekan Ekanem | Earth | Best Researcher Award

Akwa Ibom State University | Nigeria

Dr. Aniekan Martin Ekanem is a dedicated geophysics scholar whose research spans seismic wave theory, geo-electromagnetic methods, exploration geophysics, radiometric techniques, and nuclear geophysics, with strong emphasis on advancing subsurface imaging, geophysical data processing, and sustainable resource exploration. His academic portfolio demonstrates substantial contributions to both theoretical and applied geophysics, reflected in a robust record of 55 scholarly documents, 591 citations, and an h-index of 15, underscoring the global relevance and impact of his work. Dr. Ekanem’s expertise covers seismic acquisition and analysis, potential field methods, electrical and borehole geophysics, and non-conventional energy physics, providing innovative insights into earth structure, energy systems, and environmental applications. He has successfully supervised multiple postgraduate and undergraduate research projects, contributing to capacity building in geosciences and fostering advanced scientific inquiry. His extensive service roles—including academic coordination, quality assurance, curriculum harmonization, journal editorial work, and programme leadership—highlight his commitment to institutional development and academic excellence. As an active reviewer for leading international journals, he continuously supports the integrity and progression of geophysical research. Overall, his scientific achievements and professional engagements position him as an influential contributor to modern geophysics and interdisciplinary earth science research.

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Featured Publications

Ndoma, I. G., George, N. J., Ekanem, A. M., Orosun, M. M., Ahamad, T., Adesina, K. E., Kaur, S., Bello, S., Akinyemi, A., Agbo, E., & Essiett, A. (2025). Assessment of radioactivity levels and health hazards in welding electrodes using spectrometric and statistical methods. Journal of Environmental Radioactivity.

Yahweh, B., Ekanem, A. M., & George, N. J. (2025). From qubits to QCuries: A quantum computing framework for Tc-99m ultra-precise optimization. European Physical Journal Plus.

Changku Jia | Life Sciences | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Changku Jia | Life Sciences | Research Excellence Award

Zhejiang University | China 

Professor Changku Jia has established a strong research footprint, reflected through 1,152 citations, 76 published documents, and an impactful h-index of 20, demonstrating both the depth and consistency of his scholarly contributions. His work has been referenced by 1,106 citing documents, highlighting its wide relevance and integration into ongoing scientific discourse. These metrics collectively illustrate a research career marked by influential findings, methodological rigor, and sustained academic visibility. The breadth of his publications showcases a commitment to advancing knowledge within his field, with studies that contribute meaningful perspectives, innovative approaches, and evidence-based insights that support scientific progress and interdisciplinary understanding. The strength of his citation record underscores the lasting value and applicability of his work, while the h-index signifies a balance of productivity and significant scholarly impact. Overall, Professor Changku Jia’s research profile reflects a trajectory characterized by academic excellence, high-impact contributions, and a substantial role in shaping contemporary developments within his area of expertise.

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Featured Publications

Liu, L., Wang, Y., Zheng, J., Zhou, L., Yang, C., Zhang, J., & Jia, C. (2025). Multi-omic analysis reveals elevated BRI3BP expression associated with hepatocellular carcinoma progression and poor prognosis. Scientific Reports.

Zhang, J., Zhu, G., Liu, L., Xu, S., & Jia, C. (2025). Delayed traumatic splenic rupture as a life-threatening clinical manifestation treatable with splenectomy: A study of twelve cases and literature review. Annali Italiani di Chirurgia.