Shalaw Sedeeq | Soil Physics | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Shalaw Sedeeq | Soil Physics | Research Excellence Award

Koya University | Iraq

Shalaw Zrar Sedeeq has made notable research contributions in the field of nuclear radiation and natural radioactivity measurement with applications to soil and environmental systems. His work advances the understanding of radioactive behavior in soils, environmental exposure assessment, and radiation safety, supporting improved environmental monitoring and public health protection. Through the use of advanced radiation detection instruments and analytical methodologies, his research emphasizes precision, data reliability, and scientific rigor in radioactivity measurements. His scholarly output consists of 6 peer-reviewed research documents, which have accumulated 21 citations from 19 citing documents, demonstrating growing recognition within the research community. An h-index of 3 reflects both research productivity and emerging scientific impact. In addition, he has been involved in 13 completed and ongoing research projects, highlighting sustained engagement and interdisciplinary research activity. His collaborative efforts with multiple research partners have strengthened methodological approaches and expanded the applicability of findings to soil, environmental, and radiation science domains. Overall, the research contributions of Shalaw Zrar Sedeeq support advancements in environmental radiation assessment, contribute to sustainable soil management, and align strongly with the objectives of research excellence in soil and environmental sciences.

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On Transfer Factors of Natural Radionuclides and Radiological Health Risks Assessment of Some Fruit Samples
– 2024 | Journal Article

Assessment of Radiological Hazards Due to Ingestion of Natural Radionuclides in Cooking Oil Samples
– 2023 | Journal Article

Design and Study of a Nanocavity-Based One-Dimensional Photonic Crystal for Potential Applications in Refractive Index Sensing
– 2023 | Journal Article

Estimation of Minor and Trace Elements Concentration and Investigation of Chemical Composition of Kidney Stones in Kurdistan Region
– 2023 | Journal Article

Toxic Metals in Some Decorative Cosmetics and Nail Products
– 2022 | Journal Article

Halit Karagoz | Agricultural | Research Excellence Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Halit Karagoz | Agricultural | Research Excellence Award

Ege University | Turkey

Dr. Halit Karagoz’s research portfolio reflects a comprehensive and multidisciplinary contribution to field crops science, with a strong emphasis on crop breeding, stress physiology, and sustainable agricultural practices. His work integrates classical and modern approaches in plant breeding, including cold tolerance screening, mutagenesis, polyploidy induction, genetic diversity analysis, and population structure assessment in cereals and medicinal–aromatic plants. A significant body of his research focuses on wheat, barley, triticale, and endemic oregano species, addressing agronomic performance, quality traits, and adaptation to abiotic stresses such as cold and drought. He has also made notable contributions to the application of plant growth–promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) for improving plant growth, nutrient uptake, stress tolerance, and essential oil composition, thereby supporting environmentally friendly and sustainable production systems. His studies employ molecular, epigenetic, and agro-morphological tools to advance crop improvement and conservation of local genetic resources. The scientific impact of this work is reflected in an h-index of 7, with publications receiving citations across 146 citing documents and a documented corpus of 9 indexed research outputs, demonstrating recognized influence within the fields of crop science, plant genetics, and sustainable agriculture.

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Properties and Ornamental Significance of Prometheum sempervivoides (Fisch. ex Bieb.) H. Ohba Naturally Grown in Erzurum

– Journal of Agricultural Production, 2020

Influence of Plant Growth–Promoting Rhizobacteria on Growth, Nutrient Uptake, and Physiological Traits of Sugar Beet under Variable Irrigation Regimes

– ÇOMÜ Ziraat Fakültesi Dergisi, 2020

Effects of Indole Acetic Acid–Producing Bacteria and Hormonal Treatments on Essential Oil Composition of Satureja hortensis L.

– Frontiers in Environmental Microbiology, 2019

Genetic Diversity and Population Structure Analysis of Origanum rotundifolium L. Genotypes Using the SCoT Marker System

– Genetic Resources and Crop Evolution, 2026

Evaluation of Genetic Diversity in Wheat (Triticum aestivum) Genotypes for Cold Tolerance, Agronomic Performance, and Quality Traits

– Crop and Pasture Science

Sameer Saharan | Science | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Sameer Saharan | Science | Research Excellence Award

Mody University of Science and Technology | India

Dr. Sameer Saharan is an accomplished forensic science researcher with specialized expertise in fingerprint analysis, digital and cyber forensics, DNA fingerprinting, and emerging domains such as drone forensics. His doctoral research advanced forensic biometrics by developing scientific approaches for identifying forged fingerprints created using synthetic materials, contributing to improved reliability in personal identification and crime scene investigation. His research integrates classical forensic biology with modern digital forensic methodologies, emphasizing the detection, differentiation, and interpretation of complex forensic evidence. He has also contributed to innovation through a published patent focused on systems and methods for differentiating real and forged fingerprints, reflecting the translational impact of his research. Dr. Saharan has actively guided student research, leading to award-winning poster presentations at national-level scientific forums focused on sustainability and environmental conservation, demonstrating interdisciplinary engagement and mentorship. His technical proficiency spans advanced forensic software platforms, cybersecurity and network analysis tools, and a wide range of laboratory instruments used in biological, chemical, and questioned document examinations. His scholarly output includes 16 research documents that have collectively received 53 citations across 42 citing works, with an h-index of 4, underscoring the growing academic visibility and impact of his contributions to forensic science research and applied investigations.

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Comparative Efficacy of Latent Fingerprint Development Techniques in Varying Aquatic Environments of Rajasthan’s Shekhawati Region:
Analyzing the Impact of Water Composition and Surface Interactions

– Forensic Sciences (Journal Article)

Human–AI Collaboration in Moderating AI-Generated Harmful Content

– Book Chapter

Role of Drones in Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation

– Book Chapter

An Update on the Morphology, Mechanism, Lethality, and Management of Amanita phalloides

– Journal of Punjab Academy of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology (Journal Article)

Thermally Activated Growth of Magnetically Channelized SmCo-Based Composite Nanowires:
Structural, Morphological, and Magnetic Properties

– Physica B: Condensed Matter (Journal Article)

Melih Altay | Agricultural | Young Researcher Award

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Mr. Melih Altay | Agricultural | Young Researcher Award

Hacettepe University | Turkey

Melih Altay is a researcher in geomatics engineering with a strong specialization in photogrammetry, artificial intelligence, and remote sensing. His research is centered on integrating deep learning and machine learning methods with multi-source Earth observation data to address complex geospatial problems. He has developed and applied advanced AI-based segmentation, object detection, and classification approaches for analyzing optical and SAR satellite imagery, with particular emphasis on forest fire assessment, water surface detection, and agricultural land monitoring. His work contributes to improving the accuracy and automation of geospatial data extraction from high-resolution satellite platforms such as PlanetScope and Sentinel series. His research demonstrates strong interdisciplinary integration of GIS, remote sensing, and artificial intelligence, offering scalable solutions for environmental monitoring, land-use analysis, and spatial decision support. Through peer-reviewed conference publications, he has contributed comparative evaluations of deep learning architectures and innovative workflows that enhance geospatial analysis efficiency and reliability. Overall, his work reflects a forward-looking approach to geomatics engineering, emphasizing intelligent automation, high-resolution spatial analytics, and the practical application of AI technologies in Earth observation and digital twin systems.

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Phenology aware agricultural boundary extraction using segment anything model and planet scope imagery (zero shot learning approach)– Advances in Space Research

Kamal Taheri | Soil | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Kamal Taheri | Soil | Research Excellence Award

Kermanshah Regional Water Company | Iran 

Mr. Kamal Taheri is a highly accomplished hydrogeology expert with extensive research and professional contributions centered on karst and groundwater systems, particularly in complex hard-rock and covered karst environments. His scholarly output includes 19 research documents, which have received 700 citations across 613 citing documents, reflecting the strong academic and applied impact of his work, with an h-index of 12. His research portfolio spans karst hydrogeology, groundwater sustainability and vulnerability assessment, water quality monitoring, hydrogeochemistry, environmental isotopic techniques, geophysics, and deep water well site selection in karst terrains. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed journal articles, book chapters, conference papers, edited volumes, and a substantial body of technical consultancy reports that bridge scientific research with large-scale water supply and groundwater management applications. His academic contributions extend to graduate-level teaching and training in groundwater and karst hydrogeology, with a strong emphasis on practical methodologies such as drilling strategies, geophysical investigations, and water allocation planning. In addition, he has played a significant role in scientific publishing through editorial leadership in water resources and geology journals. His interdisciplinary interests further encompass sinkhole studies, geoarchaeology, geotourism, and advanced conceptual modeling, strengthening the integration of science, management, and visualization in hydrogeological research.

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Assessment of alluvial aquifer intrinsic vulnerability by a generic DRASTIC model: a discussion on data adequacy and pragmatic results

– Environment, Development and Sustainability


An intrinsic vulnerability approach to assess an overburden alluvial aquifer exposure to sinkhole-prone area; results from a Central Iran case study

– Geocarto International


Hawraman Summer Camps: The Last Legacy of Water Scarcity Adaptation in the Western Zagros Karst Territory

– Advances in Science, Technology and Innovation


Human-Karst Landscape Interactions and the Anthropo-Karstosphere: Toward a Nexus of Geoethics, Groundwater, and a Sustainable Society

– Advances in Science, Technology and Innovation


Assessment of Alluvial Aquifer Intrinsic Vulnerability by a Generic Drastic Model; A Discussion on Data Adequacy and Pragmatic Results

– Research Square

Jose Reig Arminana | Ecology | Lifetime Achievement Award

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Dr. Jose Reig Arminana | Ecology | Lifetime Achievement Award

University of Valencia | Spain 

Jose Reig Arminana is an accomplished researcher in Biological Sciences, with a strong scholarly profile reflected in both productivity and impact. His research portfolio comprises 27 peer-reviewed scientific documents, addressing key topics within biological sciences with a clear emphasis on advancing fundamental understanding and applied biological knowledge. These publications have attracted substantial academic attention, accumulating 956 citations across 758 citing documents, demonstrating the relevance, quality, and sustained influence of his work within the international scientific community. An h-index of 18 further highlights the consistent citation performance of his research outputs and indicates a balanced combination of productivity and impact. His scientific contributions have supported knowledge development in biological systems, interdisciplinary biological research, and evidence-based scientific approaches, fostering progress in both academic and applied research domains. Through rigorous methodology, analytical depth, and engagement with contemporary biological challenges, his work has contributed to strengthening scientific discourse and supporting future research directions. The citation metrics and h-index collectively reflect not only the visibility of his publications but also their lasting value to researchers, institutions, and scientific initiatives worldwide, positioning his research profile as a significant and credible contribution to the field of biological sciences.

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Effect of sulfur on pollen germination of Clemenules mandarin and Nova tangelo


– PeerJ


Morphological, Anatomical, Physiological and Genetic Studies of Iris aphylla L. Wild Species Conservation in “Ex Situ” Conditions


– Agriculture


The Tripartite Lichen Ricasolia virens: Involvement of Cyanobacteria and Bacteria in Its Morphogenesis


– Microorganisms


Multidisciplinary approach to describe Trebouxia diversity within lichenized fungi Buellia zoharyi from the Canary Islands


– Symbiosis


Effects of elevated ozone on physiological, anatomical and ultrastructural characteristics of four common urban tree species in China


– Ecological Indicators

Adhan Efendi | Science Integration | Young Scientist Award

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Mr. Adhan Efendi | Science Integration | Young Scientist Award

State University of Surabaya | Taiwan

Adhan Efendi is an accomplished academic and researcher in mechanical and vocational engineering, with a strong focus on automation systems, pneumatic and hydraulic technologies, maintenance engineering, and applied mechanical education. His academic and professional contributions integrate teaching, research, and community service, emphasizing hands-on learning, instructional innovation, and industry-aligned training. His research portfolio reflects sustained productivity and impact, comprising 28 scholarly documents that have received 85 citations across 72 citing documents, demonstrating the relevance and applicability of his work within the engineering and vocational education research communities. With an h-index of 4, his publications highlight consistent contributions to areas such as automation, mechanical systems maintenance, STEM-based instructional innovation, and applied engineering practices. In addition to research output, his work extends to technology transfer and innovation, supported by patented developments and active engagement in peer review for national and international journals. His expertise is further strengthened by professional certifications in pneumatic and hydraulic systems, automation control, welding, occupational safety, and machine operations, enabling a strong linkage between theoretical knowledge and industrial practice. Overall, his academic profile reflects a balanced and impactful career dedicated to advancing mechanical engineering education, applied research, and skill-oriented workforce development through measurable scholarly output and recognized research influence.

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Robot Arm Technologies for Detection and Manipulation in Smart Pharmacy Environments: A Review Study


– International Journal of Humanoid Robotics


IoT‐Based Elderly Health Monitoring System Using Firebase Cloud Computing


– Health Science Reports


The Development Electronic Magazine Based on Contextual Teaching And Learning to Increase Logical Thinking Skills and Curiosity of Students on Body Defense System Learning Material


– Jurnal Pendidikan Sains Indonesia


A Personalized Contactless Emergency Aid System Designed for Individuals With Profound Physical Disabilities


– IEEE Access


Design of pneumatic tofu pressing and cutting tool


– AIP Conference Proceedings

Wei Dong | Agricultural | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Wei Dong | Agricultural | Research Excellence Award

Northwest Agriculture and Forestry University | China 

Dong Wei is an accomplished academic and researcher specializing in hydraulic machinery and hydrodynamics, with a strong record of scientific leadership and technical innovation. He serves as an Associate Professor and Doctoral Supervisor at Northwest A&F University and is actively engaged in national and professional service related to hydropower, pumping systems, and energy conversion equipment. His research contributions span fundamental theory, engineering applications, and standardization, reflecting both academic depth and practical relevance. He has led 20 competitive research and industry-supported projects at national, provincial, and enterprise levels, demonstrating sustained research capacity and management expertise. His scholarly output includes 53 research documents, with 60 published papers overall, of which 40 are indexed in SCI/EI databases and 10 are recognized as top-tier Q1 publications. His work has attracted significant academic attention, accumulating 443 citations across 364 citing documents, and he maintains an h-index of 12, indicating consistent research impact. In addition to publications, he holds 10 authorized patents, has edited or co-edited a specialized textbook, and has contributed to the formulation of two national technical standards, underscoring his role in advancing both scientific knowledge and engineering practice in the field of hydraulic and hydropower equipment.

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Research on Cavitation Energy Characteristics of a Mixed-Flow Pump Based on Entropy Production Theory and Multi-Resolution Dynamic Mode Decomposition (MRDMD)


– International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer, 2026


Analysis of Transient Entropy Generation Loss Mechanisms under Variable-Speed Operating Conditions of a Pump-Turbine


– Transactions of the Chinese Society for Agricultural Machinery (Nongye Jixie Xuebao), 2025


Multi-Objective Optimization of Control Strategies for Variable-Speed Regulation in Pump Mode of Pump-Turbines


– Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments, 2025


Multiscale Pressure Fluctuation Characteristics and Vortex–Enthalpy Interaction in a Cavitating Mixed-Flow Pump


– Physics of Fluids, 2025


Optimization of Centrifugal Pump Performance and Excitation Force Using Machine Learning and Enhanced NSGA-III


– Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence, 2025

Tarek Sadraoui | Science Integration | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Tarek Sadraoui | Science Integration | Best Researcher Award

Imam Mohammed Ibn Saud Islamic University | Saudi Arabia

Prof. Tarek Sadraoui is an accomplished academic researcher and economist whose scholarly contributions span economics, finance, and advanced economic modeling, with a strong emphasis on economic growth, investment dynamics, and financial development. His research integrates quantitative methods, econometrics, and financial management to analyze complex relationships between financial systems and macroeconomic performance, particularly in developing and emerging economies. A significant body of his work focuses on dynamic panel data models, cointegration analysis, and R&D spillovers, highlighting how international technological cooperation and innovation influence long-term economic development. He has produced influential empirical studies on external debt, financial market volatility spillovers, and the interaction between financial development and economic growth, alongside notable contributions examining the stabilizing role of Islamic finance within modern economic systems. His research also extends to applied domains such as Six Sigma methodologies, supply chain optimization, and the economic impacts of global financial crises, demonstrating a strong interdisciplinary orientation. With 30 scholarly documents, 138 citations across 132 citing documents, and an h-index of 7, his work reflects consistent academic impact and visibility. Overall, his research portfolio is characterized by methodological rigor, strong empirical grounding, and a clear focus on addressing structural economic challenges through data-driven and model-based analysis.

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Exploring the interconnectedness of oil, gold, cryptocurrencies, and economic growth in geopolitical uncertainty: An econometric analysis


– Social Sciences & Humanities Open


Dynamic Interactions Between Oil Price Volatility and Fiscal Policy: Empirical Evidence from GCC Countries


– Economies


Resilience and Inequality in Public Health: An Empirical Analysis of Systemic Vulnerabilities and Care Strategies During COVID-19


– COVID


Exploring the dynamic relationship between economic globalization and energy consumption in raising green growth: Evidence from the MENA region using CS-ARDL and PMG analysis


– International Journal of Innovative Research and Scientific Studies


The Dynamics of Financial Innovation and Bank Performance: Evidence from the Tunisian Banking Sector Using a Mixed-Methods Approach


– Journal of Risk and Financial Management

Ramesh Sahni | Agricultural | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Ramesh Sahni | Agricultural | Best Researcher Award

Central Institute of Agricultural Engineering | India

Ramesh Kumar Sahni has established a solid and impactful scholarly record, demonstrated through 40 peer-reviewed research documents that together have garnered 187 citations from 154 citing publications, reflecting wide visibility and meaningful influence within the academic community. With an h-index of 9, his research output shows a strong balance between productivity and sustained citation impact, indicating that several of his works are consistently referenced and contribute enduring value rather than short-term attention. His publications collectively address relevant scientific and applied challenges, offering methodological depth, technological relevance, and interdisciplinary insights that continue to inform and support subsequent research efforts. The citation distribution highlights not only recognition by peers but also the practical and conceptual relevance of his work across related domains. Maintaining a steady stream of quality publications, Ramesh Kumar Sahni’s research profile reflects intellectual consistency, originality, and a commitment to advancing knowledge through well-disseminated findings. Overall, the combination of document volume, citation count, and h-index underscores a credible and growing research impact, positioning his contributions as reliable reference points within the scholarly ecosystem and demonstrating sustained engagement with high-value research outcomes.

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Development of a Sensor-Based Embedded System for Real-Time Variable-Rate Fertilizer Application in Maize Cultivation

– Results in Engineering


Utilising Drones in Agriculture: A Comprehensive Review of Remote Sensing, Image Processing, and Field Applications

– Modern Agriculture


Comparative Evaluation of Drone Spraying and Conventional Gun Spraying for Nano-Urea Application in Maize Cropping Systems

– Drones


Resource Use Efficiency and Environmental Impacts of Traditional and Improved Cultivation Practices in Soybean, Paddy, and Wheat Systems

– Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments


A Novel Dynamic Detection Method for Stem and Fruit Identification to Enable Apricot Posture Estimation and Adjustment

– Information Processing in Agriculture