Sameer Saharan | Science | Research Excellence Award

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)

Paskari Odoi | Science Integration | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Paskari Odoi | Science Integration | Best Researcher Award

Paskari Odoi | Makerere University | Uganda

Dr. Paskari Odoi is an emerging Ugandan scholar and Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at Makerere University, with a strong research focus on medical anthropology and public health. He holds a Master’s degree in Sociology and is currently pursuing a PhD in Medical Anthropology at Makerere University. His growing academic influence is reflected in 4 published documents, 5 citations, and an h-index of 1, indicating his early yet impactful contributions to social and health sciences research. Dr. Odoi has co-authored significant studies such as ethnographic analyses on schistosomiasis perceptions and barriers to mass drug administration, published in high-impact journals like BMC Public Health and PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases. His research integrates sociocultural insights with public health strategies to address persistent tropical diseases in Ugandan communities. A recipient of prestigious awards such as the Erasmus+ Mobility Scholarship and the FibroScHot PhD Scholarship (Makerere–Cambridge collaboration), he actively participates in international scientific conferences and peer reviews for leading journals. Through his teaching, field research, and scholarly engagements, Dr. Odoi continues to build a strong foundation for impactful academic and applied social research in health, inequality, and development.

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Featured Publications

Anyolitho, M. K., Neema, S., Odoi, P., Adriko, M., Vennervald, B. J., Tukahebwa, E. M., & Wilson, S. (2025). Community insights into societal causes of and solutions for schistosomiasis transmission in Lake Albert fishing villages: A participatory approach. Health and Place