Alireza Dehnad | Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Alireza Dehnad | Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Agricultural Research, Education and Extension Organization | Iran 

Dr. Alireza Dehnad is an accomplished microbiologist and biotechnologist with extensive experience spanning veterinary microbiology, microbial biotechnology, and industrial applications. His research portfolio encompasses viral and bacterial disease studies in both humans and animals, bioprocess optimization, green synthesis of nanoparticles, probiotic development, antibiotic-producing Actinomycetes, and advanced biotechnological approaches for wound healing, bioremediation, and controlled-release drug delivery. He has contributed significantly to microbial screening, identification of bioactive metabolites, and the taxonomical characterization of plant growth–promoting Actinobacteria. With strong involvement in academic supervision and scientific training, he has guided numerous graduate research projects and delivered substantial teaching hours across microbiology, biotechnology, and veterinary sciences. His leadership roles in research centers, scientific committees, and biotechnology laboratories reflect a long-standing commitment to scientific development and innovation. Dr. Dehnad’s scholarly output includes 39 documents, supported by 666 citations across 647 citing sources, and an h-index of 13, highlighting the impact and visibility of his work within the global scientific community. His multidisciplinary expertise, combined with sustained contributions to advanced microbial research, positions him as a leading figure in applied microbiology and biotechnological innovation.

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Featured Publications

1. Hajyasini, A., Dehnad, A., Farzi, A., Mobasseri, M., Ostadrahimi, A., & Kafili, B. (2025). Effect of Selenomethionine-enriched yeast on hypothyroidism patients. Archives of Razi Institute.

2. Mazloumi, Z., Rafat, A., Asl, K. D., Karimipour, M., Shanehbandi, D., Talebi, M., Montazer, M., Movassaghpour, A. A., Dehnad, A., Farahzadi, R., & Nozad Charoudeh, H. (2024). Telomerase and mitochondria inhibition promote apoptosis and TET2 and ANMT3a expression in triple negative breast cancer cell lines. Bioimpacts.

3. Tikmehdash, H. T., Dehnad, A., Mosavari, N., Hokmabadi, B. N., & Mahmazi, S. (2024). Isolation, serological and molecular methods in screening of Burkholderia mallei in East Azerbaijan province, Iran. Veterinary Research Forum.

Gabriele Rodine Ngassa Tchoumi | Biotechnology | Women Researcher Award

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Ms. Gabriele Rodine Ngassa Tchoumi | Biotechnology | Women Researcher Award

Ms. Gabriele Rodine Ngassa Tchoumi | University of Dschang | Cameroon

Gabrièle Rodine Ngassa Tchoumi is an emerging agricultural scientist and engineer dedicated to advancing sustainable and organic farming practices in sub-Saharan Africa. Her research and professional focus center on improving soil fertility, crop production, and natural plant protection strategies to enhance agricultural productivity while preserving ecosystem health. She has contributed to studies on the use of black soldier fly frass as an eco-friendly biofertilizer, demonstrating its potential to improve soil quality and crop yield sustainably. With experience in agribusiness, vocational training, and crop management, she integrates theory and practice to empower young farmers and promote environmentally responsible agricultural entrepreneurship. Her expertise spans data analysis, project planning, and sustainable development, reinforced by international training from institutions such as the United Nations Institute for Training and Research, the European Union, and the International Labour Organization. She has actively participated in scientific conferences addressing phytopathology, biosciences, and climate-resilient farming, underscoring her commitment to research-driven agricultural innovation. Through her work, she advocates for education, sustainability, and innovation as cornerstones of agricultural transformation, contributing meaningfully to food security and environmental resilience in developing regions.

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Featured Publications

Dzepe, D., Mbenda, T. K., Ngassa, G., Mube, H., Chia, S. Y., Aoudou, Y., & Djouaka, R. (2022). Application of Black Soldier Fly frass, Hermetia illucens (Diptera: Stratiomyidae) as sustainable organic fertilizer for lettuce, Lactuca sativa production. Open Journal of Applied Sciences.

Nihed Ben Halima | Biotechnology | Women Researcher Award

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Dr. Nihed Ben Halima | Biotechnology | Women Researcher Award

Nihed Ben Halima | University of Sfax | Tunisia

Dr. Nihed Ben Halima is a distinguished Doctor-Engineer in Biology with extensive expertise in biological engineering, plant enzymology, lipidomics, proteomics, and the valorization of oat (Avena sativa L.) biomolecules for food and nutraceutical applications. He earned his Ph.D. from the National School of Engineers of Sfax, Tunisia, in 2015, with a dissertation focusing on enzymes and oil from oat for biomolecular production. Dr. Ben Halima has accumulated significant academic and research experience, serving as a faculty member at the National School of Engineers of Sfax, the Faculty of Medicine of Sfax, and the Higher Institute of Biotechnology of Sfax, where he taught courses in enzymology, biochemistry, histology, nutrition, and food sciences. His research portfolio encompasses international collaborations, including stays in France and Cameroon, and contributions to global projects such as high-rate algal ponds for wastewater treatment. He is a prolific author with over 22 peer-reviewed publications, 17 book chapters, and multiple books, totaling 1,172 citations by 1,134 documents and an h-index of 17. His work spans plant lipolytic enzymes, glycoside hydrolases, essential oils, and bioinformatic analyses, demonstrating a commitment to advancing sustainable biotechnological solutions. Dr. Ben Halima is also actively engaged in scientific reviewing and social networks, including Web of Science, Scopus, ResearchGate, and Google Scholar, highlighting his influence in the global scientific community.

Profiles:  Scopus | Orcid | Research Gate 

Featured Publications

  • Ben Halima, N. (2020). Insight into cellulose-based nanomaterials – A pursuit of environmental remedies. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 163, 1480–1486.

  • Ben Halima, N. (2019). Unique sequence signatures in plant lipolytic enzymes. IGI Global.

  • Ben Halima, N. (2019). Analysis of glycoside hydrolases from oat (Avena sativa) seedling extract. Bioinformation, 15, 678–688.

  • Ben Halima, N. (2019). New insights into phospholipases in oat (Avena sativa) from bioinformatic analysis. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 133, 804–810.