Irina Pilvere | Environmental Science | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Irina Pilvere | Environmental Science | Research Excellence Award

Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies | Latvia

Professor Irina Pilvere of the Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies is a distinguished researcher in agricultural economics, rural development, and the bioeconomy, with a strong international research presence supported by 101 Scopus-indexed publications, 240 citations from 196 Scopus documents, and an h-index of 8 (Scopus). Her overall scientific output includes 342 publications, among them eight monographs and more than 230 internationally reviewed papers, reflecting her broad scholarly influence across the agricultural and environmental sciences. She has made substantial contributions to 25 international and 99 national research projects, advancing research in sustainable agriculture, land-use efficiency, renewable energy policy, food system resilience, and the EU Common Agricultural Policy. Her recent collaborative research with Aina Muska and Aleksejs Nipers on assessing agricultural green competitiveness across EU Member States introduces a comprehensive Green Competitiveness Index based on environmental indicators aligned with European Green Deal targets, strengthening sustainability evaluation frameworks and supporting evidence-based policymaking. Prof. Irina Pilvere’s broader research achievements include developing economic and sectoral modelling tools such as the LASAM model; conducting sustainability assessments; performing policy evaluations; and producing forward-looking projections for livestock, dairy, and crop sectors. Her publications appear in high-impact journals and leading international conference proceedings, including Agriculture, Environmental Sciences Europe, and Emerging Science Journal. Her scholarly work is widely cited and recognised for shaping agricultural policy discourse, enhancing rural development strategies, and supporting innovation pathways in the European bioeconomy. Through extensive collaborations and research leadership, she continues to contribute meaningfully to advancing sustainable, resilient, and competitive agricultural systems.

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Featured Publications

  1. Grinberga-Zalite, G., Pilvere, I., Muska, A., & Kruzmetra, Z. (2021). Resilience of meat supply chains during and after COVID-19 crisis. Emerging Science Journal, 5(1), 57–66.

  2. Pilvere, I., Nipers, A., & Pilvere, A. (2022). Evaluation of the European Green Deal policy in the context of agricultural support payments in Latvia. Agriculture, 12(12), Article 2028.

  3. Rubins, M., & Pilvere, I. (2017). Development of renewable energy policy in Latvia. Economic Science for Rural Development Conference Proceedings, 17.

  4. Nipers, A., Pilvere, I., Valdovska, A., & Proskina, L. (2016). Assessment of key aspects of technologies and cow farming for milk production in Latvia. Engineering for Rural Development, 15, 175–181.

  5. Pilvere, I., Nipers, A., Krievina, A., Upite, I., & Kotovs, D. (2022). LASAM model: An important tool in the decision support system for policymakers and farmers. Agriculture, 12(5), Article 705.

Farzaneh Barati | Biotechnology | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Farzaneh Barati | Biotechnology | Research Excellence Award

Alzahra University | Iran

Dr. Farzaneh Barati is a microbial biotechnology researcher whose work integrates molecular biology, enzyme engineering, nanobiotechnology, microbial genetics, and computational bioprocess design to advance innovative and sustainable biotechnological applications. With five Scopus-indexed publications, 103 citations, and an h-index of 4, she has built a growing research footprint centered on microbial metabolic optimization, green nanotechnology, and in silico–supported enzyme engineering. Her contributions include notable advancements in polyhydroxy butyrate (PHB) biosynthesis through the cloning and overexpression of the phbC gene in Ralstonia eutropha, offering valuable insights for enhancing biodegradable biopolymer production. She has also contributed significantly to environmentally friendly nanomaterial synthesis by optimizing copper oxide nanoparticle production using plant-derived extracts, applying design of experiments (DOE) and response surface methodology (RSM) to improve nanoparticle yield and functionality. Dr. Farzaneh Barati’s influential systematic reviews on bioactive peptide generation and computational strategies for enzyme immobilization demonstrate her ability to combine experimental biotechnology with advanced computational analysis, providing frameworks for more efficient enzyme stabilization and catalytic improvement. Her research further includes the isolation and molecular characterization of a collagenase-producing microorganism from slaughterhouse-contaminated soil, resulting in a publicly deposited GenBank sequence (OR555920) and subsequent studies exploring its enzyme–nanoparticle interactions. Through her multidisciplinary contributions spanning microbial biotechnology, sustainable nanotechnology, and data-driven enzyme engineering, she continues to advance scientific understanding and strengthen the development of next-generation bioprocesses with industrial, environmental, and biomedical relevance.

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Featured Publications

1. Barati, M., Javanmardi, F., Mousavi Jazayeri, S. M. H., Jabbari, M., Rahmani, J., et al. (2020). Techniques, perspectives, and challenges of bioactive peptide generation: A comprehensive systematic review. Comprehensive Reviews in Food Science and Food Safety, 19(4), 1488–1520.

2. Barati, F., Asgarani, E., Gharavi, S., & Soudi, M. R. (2020). Considerable increase in Poly (3-hydroxybutyrate) production via phbC gene overexpression in Ralstonia eutropha PTCC 1615. BioImpacts (BI), 11(1), 53.

3. Barati, F., Hosseini, F., Vafaee, R., Sabouri, Z., Ghadam, P., Arab, S. S., Shadfar, N., et al. (2024). In silico approaches to investigate enzyme immobilization: A comprehensive systematic review. Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics, 26(7), 5744–5761.

4. Barati, F., Hosseini, F., Ghadam, P., & Arab, S. S. (2024). Optimizing CuO nanoparticle synthesis via walnut green husk extract utilizing response surface methodology. Journal of Molecular Structure, 1316, 139077.

5. Barati, F., Hosseini, F., Moghadam, F. H., & Dezfouli, S. A. (2021). Face mask as a tool to prevent the Coronavirus disease 2019: The importance and challenges. International Journal of Health and Life Sciences, 7(1), e109729.

Rasha Elsabagh | Veterinary Science and Veterinary Medicine | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Rasha Elsabagh | Veterinary Science and Veterinary Medicine | Research Excellence Award

Animal Health Research Institute (AHRI) | Egypt

Dr. Rasha Elsabagh is a distinguished cancer immunology and stem cell researcher recognized for her extensive expertise in cancer stem cells, immunotherapy, cell-mediated immunity, and plasmonic photothermal therapy. Her work integrates immuno-oncology, stem cell biology, and bio-nanotechnology, emphasizing innovative therapeutic strategies that target tumor-infiltrating immune cells and malignant stem cell populations. Dr. Rasha Elsabagh has made significant contributions to the field through high-impact publications in journals such as Veterinary Oncology, Stem Cell Research & Therapy, Advances in Animal and Veterinary Sciences, and proceedings of the German Stem Cell Network (GSCN), highlighting her pioneering studies on Gold Nano-Rod–mediated plasmonic photothermal therapy in feline mammary carcinoma, quantitative flow cytometry assessment of feline circulatory breast cancer stem cells, and characterization of short cell-cycle duration as a defining feature of human epidermal stem cells. Her research encompasses nano-enabled cancer therapeutics, hematopoietic stem cell differentiation, tumor microenvironment modulation, and RNA-based nanoparticle delivery systems for myeloid cell reprogramming, reflecting a strong focus on translational and precision approaches to cancer treatment. Through international collaborations in Europe and the United States, she has advanced stem cell imaging, immunophenotyping, and multimodal therapeutic evaluation techniques. Dr. Rasha Elsabagh’s contributions have been recognized through competitive fellowships and awards, including a prestigious postdoctoral fellowship from France (IFE–STDF), a USAID-funded research training scholarship, and the GSCN travel award. By presenting her findings at leading international conferences and driving interdisciplinary research initiatives, she continues to advance the frontiers of immunotherapy innovation, stem cell science, and translational cancer research, establishing herself as a prominent leader in her field.

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Featured Publications

  • Elsabagh, R. H., Farghali, H. A., Emam, I. A., Abdelrahman, H., Ragab, E., Nada, A. A., & Selim, S. A. (2025). Gold nano-rod (AuNR)-mediated plasmonic photothermal therapy in feline mammary carcinoma: Assessing metastatic and nonmetastatic outcomes. Veterinary Oncology.

  • Xiao, T., Eze, U. C., Charruyer-Reinwald, A., Weisenberger, T., Khalifa, A., Abegaze, B., Schwab, G. K., Elsabagh, R. H., Parenteau, T. R., & Kochanowski, K. et al. (2024). Short cell cycle duration is a phenotype of human epidermal stem cells. Stem Cell Research and Therapy.

  • Elsabagh, R. H., Farghali, H. A. M., Emam, I. A., Abdelrahman, H., Ragab, E., Nada, A. A., & Selim, S. A. (2022). Prevention of in situ recurrence and distant metastasis in feline mammary carcinoma treated with plasmonic photothermal therapy. Research Square.

  • Elsabagh, R. H., Farghali, H. A. M., Emam, I. A., Ragab, E., Nada, A. A., & Selim, S. A. (2021). Quantitative flow cytometry assessment of feline circulatory breast cancer stem cells. Advances in Animal and Veterinary Sciences, 9(12), 2201–2215.

Maria Myrto Dardavila | Chemical Engineering | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Maria Myrto Dardavila | Chemical Engineering | Research Excellence Award

National Technical University of Athens | Greece

Dr. Maria Myrto Dardavila is a distinguished chemical engineer whose research significantly advances electrodeposition, nanomaterials, green extractions, and deep eutectic solvents. With 11 Scopus-indexed publications, 177 citations, and an h-index of 4, her work demonstrates strong international impact in materials science, surface engineering, and sustainable chemical processes. Her research portfolio includes influential studies on the extraction of bioactive compounds from Ulva lactuca and Chlorella vulgaris, magnetic harvesting optimization, and the development of environmentally sustainable extraction platforms using deep eutectic solvents. She has contributed substantially to the design, electrodeposition behavior, and performance of Ni/ZrO₂ and Ni/TiO₂–ZrO₂ composite coatings, examining pulse-plating parameters, microstructural evolution, mechanical characteristics, and functional surface properties relevant to industrial applications. Her work expands into thermochemical energy-storage materials and the thermodynamic modeling of phenolic compound solubilities in DES systems, showcasing strong multidisciplinary integration across chemical thermodynamics, materials engineering, and bio-based technologies. Her research contributions are further strengthened through participation in major EU-funded R&D initiatives, where she has supported the delivery of high-quality scientific outputs, zero-rejection deliverables, and science-driven project milestones. She has made notable contributions to more than 15 competitive research proposals, enhancing collaborative innovation across academia and industry. Dr. Maria Myrto Dardavila’s research reflects a strong combination of advanced experimental expertise, scientific leadership, and commitment to sustainable material development, positioning her as a key contributor to modern chemical engineering and applied materials science.

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Featured Publications

1. Pappou, S., Dardavila, M. M., Savvidou, M. G., Louli, V., Magoulas, K., & Voutsas, E. (2022). Extraction of bioactive compounds from Ulva lactuca. Applied Sciences, 12(4), 2117.

2. Savvidou, M. G., Dardavila, M. M., Georgiopoulou, I., Louli, V., Stamatis, H., & colleagues. (2021). Optimization of microalga Chlorella vulgaris magnetic harvesting. Nanomaterials, 11(6), 1614.

3. Dardavila, M. M., Pappou, S., Savvidou, M. G., Louli, V., Katapodis, P., Stamatis, H., & colleagues. (2023). Extraction of bioactive compounds from C. vulgaris biomass using deep eutectic solvents. Molecules, 28(1), 415.

4. Dardavila, M. M., Hamilakis, S., Loizos, Z., & Kollia, C. (2015). Ni/ZrO₂ composite electrodeposition in the presence of coumarin: Textural modifications and properties. Journal of Applied Electrochemistry, 45(5), 503–514.

5. Dardavila, M. M., Sofianos, M. V., Rodriguez, B. J., Bekarevich, R., Tzanis, A., & colleagues. (2025). A comprehensive investigation of the effect of pulse plating parameters on the electrodeposition of Ni/ZrO₂ composite coatings. Results in Surfaces and Interfaces, 18, 100421.

Hanaa Elgamily | Dentistry | Research Excellence Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hanaa Elgamily | Dentistry | Research Excellence Award

National Research Centre | Egypt

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hanaa Elgamily is an accomplished researcher in operative dentistry and dental biomaterials, with a strong focus on preventive oral health innovations. Her research integrates dental materials science, probiotics, nanotechnology, and bioactive delivery systems to develop advanced anti-cariogenic and remineralizing formulations. She has led and contributed to multiple national research projects addressing antimicrobial activity, restorative material performance, and natural-product-based oral therapeutics. Her work has resulted in patented preventive dental products, a specialized academic book on probiotics for oral health, and publications in high-impact, internationally indexed journals.

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Subhra Suhaney | Cybersecurity and Cryptography | Forensic Scientist of the Year Award

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Dr. Subhra Suhaney | Cybersecurity and Cryptography | Forensic Scientist of the Year Award

Institute for Excellence in Higher Education Bhopal | India

Dr. Subhra Suhaney is a dedicated forensic science researcher whose work spans analytical toxicology, advanced chromatographic method development, digital forensics, and technology-driven innovations in forensic education. Her research is prominently recognized for pioneering contributions in the detection, separation, and quantification of stupefacient and psychoactive compounds in foodstuffs and beverages an area of critical importance to forensic toxicology, criminal investigations, and public safety. She has significantly advanced the application of Micellar Liquid Chromatography (MLC), establishing it as an eco-friendly, cost-effective, and analytically robust alternative to conventional TLC and HPLC for benzodiazepines and other psychoactive substances. Her publications in respected journals such as the Journal of AOAC International, Journal of Liquid Chromatography & Related Technologies, E-Journal of Chemistry, and the Journal of the Indian Chemical Society demonstrate strong methodological precision and practical forensic relevance. Dr. Subhra Suhaney’s scholarly outputs include validated multi-analyte detection protocols, rapid screening techniques for ketamine-based adulteration, and improved chromatographic systems that enhance the reliability and evidentiary value of forensic analyses. Beyond chemical forensics, she contributes to the fields of digital forensics, AI-based data privacy concerns, and ICT-enabled learning, reflecting an interdisciplinary approach aligned with modern forensic challenges. She has actively presented her work in national conferences, participated in academic workshops, and developed quality e-content in fingerprint science to strengthen forensic pedagogy. According to Google Scholar, she has over six research publications with 15 citations, an h-index of 3, underscoring the scholarly impact and growing recognition of her research contributions.

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Featured Publications

1. Subhra, H., Devasish, B., Josep, E. R., & Abhilasha, D. (2012). Micellar liquid chromatography for the determination of some less prescribed benzodiazepines. Journal of Chemistry, 9(1), 443–450.

2. Subhra, H., Prakash, D. N., Abhilasha, D., Josep, E. R., & Devasish, B. (2014). Simultaneous determination of psychoactive compounds in foodstuffs using micellar liquid chromatography with direct injection. Journal of AOAC International, 97(2), 409–414.

3. Hoonka, S., Durgbanshi, A., Esteve-Romero, J., Dubey, N. P., & Bose, D. (2014). Simultaneous determination of three stupefacients in foodstuff using high-performance liquid chromatography. Journal of Liquid Chromatography & Related Technologies, 37(9), 1287–1297.

4. Hoonka, S., Dubey, N. P., Esteve-Romero, J., Durgbanshi, A., & Bose, D. (2013). Rapid screening of ketamine in confiscated orange juice by thin layer chromatography. Journal of the Indian Chemical Society, 90(4), 513–517.

5. Suhaney, S. (2025). Breach of users’ personal data by artificial intelligence. International Journal of All Research Education and Scientific Methods.

Ying Cui | Immunology and Microbiology | Excellence in Research Award

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Ms. Ying Cui | Immunology and Microbiology | Excellence in Research Award

Beijing Friendship Hospital, Capital Medical University | China

Ms. Ying Cui is an emerging neuroscientist whose research advances the understanding of the gut–brain axis, neurodegeneration mechanisms, and biomarker innovation in Parkinson’s disease (PD). Her work integrates metagenomics, multi-parameter clinical imaging, molecular neuroscience, and machine-learning analytics to improve diagnostic precision and support translational therapeutic development. With 6 Scopus-indexed publications, 85 citations, and an h-index of 2, her research impact continues to grow across both clinical and experimental domains. Ms. Ying Cui has contributed to high-value research projects, including multicenter clinical trials and national-level neuroscience studies, where she played key roles in microbiome profiling, experimental methodology, and advanced neuroimaging assessment using ¹²³I-MIBG scintigraphy. Her first-author publications provide novel insights into the diagnostic performance of cardiac and extra-cardiac washout rate parameters for differentiating PD from Parkinson-plus syndromes, offering clinically relevant imaging markers for complex diagnostic scenarios. Complementing her imaging research, Ying has developed a high-accuracy metagenomic diagnostic model with 99% validation accuracy and identified functional probiotic strains with the potential to modulate α-synuclein aggregation, mitochondrial dysfunction, and neuroinflammatory signaling work that has led to a PCT international patent for a probiotic composition targeting REM Sleep Behavior Disorder. Her multidisciplinary contributions span biomarker discovery, clinical–computational integration, translational microbiome innovation, and cross-institutional collaborations in neurology, microbiology, metabolomics, and bioinformatics. Through this synergistic research portfolio, Ying Cui continues to advance early diagnostic strategies, mechanistic insights, and therapeutic innovation in Parkinson’s disease, establishing herself as a rising researcher in translational neurodegeneration science.

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Featured Publications

  • Xue, T., Cui, Y., Kan, Y., & Yang, J. (2025). Value of extra-cardiac sympathetic nervous uptake parameters based on ¹²³I-MIBG SPECT/CT in the assessment of Parkinson’s disease. Clinical and Translational Imaging.

  • Xue, T., Cui, Y., Kan, Y., & Yang, J. (2025). Value of multi-parameter ¹²³I-MIBG scintigraphy in the differential diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease. EJNMMI Research.