MD. Abu Bashar | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Best Researcher Award

Md. Abu Bashar
AIIMS Gorakhpur, India

Md. Abu Bashar
Affiliation AIIMS Gorakhpur
Country India
Scopus ID 57193518569
Documents 49
Citations 1,311
h-index 12
Subject Area Medicine and Health Sciences
Event International Forensic Scientist Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-0868-8335

Md. Abu Bashar is a medical researcher affiliated with AIIMS Gorakhpur whose documented scholarly output addresses public health, epidemiology, preventive medicine, infectious diseases, vaccination, organ donation, and population-level health assessment. His research record comprises 49 documents, 1,311 citations, and an h-index of 12, providing a quantitative basis for consideration within the Best Researcher Award category.

Abstract

Md. Abu Bashar’s research portfolio reflects an interdisciplinary focus within Medicine and Health Sciences, with particular attention to epidemiological evidence, disease prevention, immunization safety, organ donation, and health-system priorities. Recent publications demonstrate the use of systematic review, meta-analysis, secondary data analysis, and observational approaches to examine clinically and socially relevant questions. [1]

Keywords

Medicine; public health; epidemiology; preventive medicine; vaccination; organ donation; non-alcoholic fatty liver disease; cervical cancer screening; dengue; research impact.

Introduction

Contemporary medical research increasingly combines clinical evidence with population-level analysis to inform prevention and healthcare policy. Bashar’s recent work is situated within this framework, addressing disease burden, public health interventions, and determinants of healthcare-related decisions. His publication record includes peer-reviewed journal articles and a 2026 preprint employing systematic review and meta-analysis methods. [2]

Research Profile

The portfolio encompasses population health questions across different stages of prevention and healthcare delivery. Research on childhood and adolescent NAFLD synthesizes prevalence evidence from India, while work on cadaveric organ donation examines willingness and associated determinants among families of deceased individuals. [3] Other studies address dengue outbreak lessons, adverse events following immunization, and HPV testing for cervical cancer screening, illustrating a broad public-health orientation. [4]

Research Contributions

A notable feature of the research is its application of evidence synthesis and epidemiological analysis to questions with practical healthcare implications. The NAFLD study applies systematic review and meta-analysis to characterize prevalence among Indian children and adolescents. [2] The vaccination study uses nationwide causality-assessment data to investigate serious adverse events and predictors of mortality, while the dengue publication considers lessons for future outbreak preparedness. [5]

Publications

  • Prevalence of Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) among Children and Adolescents (<18 years) in India: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis (2026).
  • A study to assess willingness and determinants for cadaveric organ donation among family members of deceased individuals autopsied at a tertiary care institute of North India (2025).
  • Dengue outbreak of 2023 in the state of Uttar Pradesh, North India: lesson learnt and way forwards (2025).
  • Serious adverse events following immunization and predictors of mortality associated with COVID-19 vaccination in India (2025).
  • Inclusion of HPV Testing for Cervical Cancer Screening Under Programmatic Settings in India: Pros and Cons (2024).

Research Impact

The documented metrics of 1,311 citations and an h-index of 12 indicate sustained scholarly visibility across the research record. [1] The subject diversity of recent publications further indicates engagement with clinically relevant and population-health challenges in India.

Award Suitability

Based on the supplied bibliometric record, research themes, and recent scholarly output, Bashar presents a profile relevant to evaluation for the Best Researcher Award. His work combines measurable citation impact with research addressing epidemiological surveillance, prevention, healthcare decision-making, and public health practice.

Conclusion

Md. Abu Bashar’s research profile demonstrates a broad medical and public-health orientation supported by 49 documented publications, 1,311 citations, and an h-index of 12. His recent studies employ evidence synthesis and epidemiological methods across several important health priorities, providing a substantive basis for academic recognition.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Md. Abu Bashar, Author ID 57193518569. Scopus.
    Scopus Author Profile
  2. Bashar, M. A., et al. (2026). Prevalence of Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) among Children and Adolescents (<18 years) in India: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.
    https://doi.org/10.64898/2026.08.12.26360221
  3. Bashar, M. A., et al. (2025). A study to assess willingness and determinants for cadaveric organ donation among family members of deceased individuals autopsied at a tertiary care institute of North India. Clinical Epidemiology and Global Health.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cegh.2025.102078
  4. Bashar, M. A., et al. (2024). Inclusion of HPV Testing for Cervical Cancer Screening Under Programmatic Settings in India: Pros and Cons. Indian Journal of Gynecologic Oncology.
    https://doi.org/10.1007/s40944-024-00876-z
  5. Bashar, M. A., et al. (2025). Serious adverse events following immunization and predictors of mortality associated with COVID-19 vaccination in India: a secondary data analysis of nationwide causality assessments. Therapeutic Advances in Vaccines and Immunotherapy.
    https://doi.org/10.1177/25151355251321697
  6. Bashar, M. A., et al. (2025). Dengue outbreak of 2023 in the state of Uttar Pradesh, North India: lesson learnt and way forwards. International Journal of Community Medicine and Public Health.
    https://doi.org/10.18203/2394-6040.ijcmph20250333

Luiz Duarte Ramos | Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

Luiz Duarte Ramos
Universidade Federal do ABC, Brazil

Luiz Duarte Ramos
Affiliation Universidade Federal do ABC
Country Brazil
Scopus ID 57189380008
Documents 14
Citations 204
h-index 8
Subject Area Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology
Event International Forensic Scientist Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-1002-0318

Luiz Duarte Ramos is a researcher in biochemistry and molecular biology whose scholarly work addresses oxidative processes, reactive intermediates, protein chemistry, and biologically relevant carbonyl chemistry. His indexed research record comprises 14 documents and 204 citations, with an h-index of 8, providing a measurable basis for assessing research influence. [1]

Abstract

Luiz Duarte Ramos’s research profile reflects sustained investigation of chemically reactive species and their interactions with biomolecules. His publications examine triplet carbonyl generation, singlet oxygen chemistry, hemoglobin and aminoacetone oxidation, and peroxidase-related reaction pathways. These studies connect mechanistic biochemical chemistry with broader questions concerning oxidative modification and molecular reactivity. [3]

Keywords

Biochemistry; molecular biology; oxidative chemistry; triplet carbonyls; singlet oxygen; myoglobin; hemoglobin; peroxidase; reactive intermediates; photochemistry.

Introduction

The research record associated with Ramos is centered on mechanistic studies of biological oxidation and reactive molecular species. His work contributes to understanding how proteins and small biomolecules participate in reactions capable of producing transient excited-state or oxidizing species. Such investigations are relevant to biochemical reaction mechanisms and the characterization of molecular damage and quenching processes. [2]

Research Profile

Ramos’s publication portfolio demonstrates an interdisciplinary approach combining biochemical experimentation with photochemical and free-radical perspectives. Particular attention is given to protein-mediated oxidation, reactive carbonyl chemistry, and the behavior of biological Schiff bases. His 2026 contribution on triplet acetone generation by myoglobin extends this research direction toward structural damage and quenching phenomena. [1]

Research Contributions

  • Investigated triplet carbonyl formation and associated biochemical reaction pathways.
  • Examined reactive oxygen and carbonyl species generated through biological oxidation.
  • Studied hemoglobin, myoglobin, aminoacetone, and peroxidase-mediated reaction systems.
  • Contributed to photochemical studies involving biological Schiff bases and singlet oxygen.

Publications

Selected publications illustrate the thematic continuity of the research program. The 2026 article in Luminescence addresses triplet acetone generation through pseudoperoxidase activity of myoglobin. [2] Earlier studies examined biological Schiff bases as sources of reactive triplet carbonyls and singlet oxygen, as well as aerobic co-oxidation involving hemoglobin and aminoacetone. [3] Additional work investigated L-tryptophan interactions with horseradish-peroxidase-catalyzed triplet acetone generation. [4]

Research Impact

The indexed record reports 204 citations across 14 documents and an h-index of 8. [1] These indicators provide quantitative evidence of scholarly visibility, while the publication themes demonstrate continuing engagement with reactive intermediates and biological oxidation. The combination of citation activity and specialized research output supports assessment within an innovation-oriented research category.

Award Suitability

The Innovative Research Award recognizes research characterized by methodological originality, scientific relevance, and evidence of meaningful scholarly contribution. Ramos’s work is suitable for consideration because it addresses complex biochemical reaction mechanisms through focused studies of reactive oxygen and carbonyl species, protein-mediated chemistry, and photochemical processes. The documented publication and citation record provides an additional quantitative basis for recognition.

Conclusion

Luiz Duarte Ramos has developed a focused research profile in biochemistry and molecular reaction chemistry. His studies of reactive intermediates, protein oxidation, triplet carbonyls, and related photochemical mechanisms demonstrate a coherent scientific direction supported by indexed scholarly output and citation activity. These characteristics provide a substantive foundation for recognition under the Innovative Research Award.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Luiz Duarte Ramos, Author ID 57189380008. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57189380008
  2. Ramos, L. D., et al. (2026). Triplet Acetone Generation by Pseudoperoxidase Activity of Myoglobin: Structural Damage and Quenching. Luminescence.
    https://doi.org/10.1002/bio.70618
  3. Ramos, L. D., et al. (2022). Biological Schiff bases may generate reactive triplet carbonyls and singlet oxygen: A model study. Free Radical Biology and Medicine.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.freeradbiomed.2022.08.034
  4. Ramos, L. D., et al. (2021). l-Tryptophan Interactions with the Horseradish Peroxidase-Catalyzed Generation of Triplet Acetone. Photochemistry and Photobiology.
    https://doi.org/10.1111/php.13363
  5. Ramos, L. D., et al. (2021). Aerobic co-oxidation of hemoglobin and aminoacetone, a putative source of methylglyoxal. Free Radical Biology and Medicine.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.freeradbiomed.2021.02.023
  6. Ramos, L. D., et al. (2023). DESENVOLVIMENTO DE COMPLEXOS POLIPIRIDÍNICOS DE Ru(II) PARA ATUAREM COMO photoCORMs. Data Management Plan.
    https://doi.org/10.48321/D17H09

Pietro Nardelli | Medicine and Health Sciences | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award


Pietro Nardelli
Brigham and Women’s Hospital, United States

Pietro Nardelli
Affiliation Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Country United States
Scopus ID 56647924600
Documents 69
Citations 1,560
h-index 22
Subject Area Medicine and Health Sciences
Event International Forensic Scientist Awards
ORCID 0000-0003-4280-558X

Pietro Nardelli is a researcher in medicine and health sciences whose documented scholarly activity includes work involving pulmonary vascular disease, cardiopulmonary imaging, pulmonary embolism, chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension, and quantitative analysis of thoracic imaging. His indexed record comprises 69 documents, 1,560 citations, and an h-index of 22, providing a measurable basis for evaluating research visibility and sustained contribution.

Abstract

The research profile of Pietro Nardelli reflects a clinically oriented and imaging-intensive approach to cardiopulmonary medicine. Recent publications address pulmonary vascular remodeling, computed tomography-derived radiomics, catheter-based intervention for acute pulmonary embolism, and pulmonary arterial changes associated with chronic respiratory disease. These studies illustrate the application of quantitative imaging and clinical investigation to questions concerning diagnosis, disease characterization, treatment response, and outcomes. [1][2][3]

Keywords

Pulmonary vascular disease; cardiopulmonary imaging; pulmonary embolism; CTEPH; radiomics; quantitative CT; cardiovascular imaging; COPD; clinical research; medicine and health sciences.

Introduction

Contemporary cardiopulmonary research increasingly integrates clinical phenotyping with advanced imaging and quantitative analysis. Nardelli’s documented publications fit within this research direction, particularly through studies examining pulmonary circulation, vascular structure, cardiac function, and imaging-derived biomarkers. The work spans both observational cohort research and evaluation of interventional outcomes, supporting a multidisciplinary perspective on cardiopulmonary disease.

Research Profile

Nardelli’s research profile is characterized by the use of medical imaging to investigate pulmonary vascular and cardiopulmonary abnormalities. His recent work includes CT-based characterization of pulmonary embolism and chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension, alongside investigations connecting pulmonary vascular remodeling with cardiac structure and heart failure. This combination of imaging methodology and clinically relevant endpoints provides a coherent research focus within modern cardiovascular and pulmonary medicine.

Research Contributions

  • Investigates pulmonary vascular remodeling and its relationship with cardiac structure, pulmonary pressure, and heart failure. [1]
  • Applies automated CT pulmonary angiography-derived radiomics to support detection of chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension. [2]
  • Examines venous volume changes following catheter-based intervention for acute pulmonary embolism. [3]
  • Contributes to quantitative investigation of pulmonary arterial changes and outcomes in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. [4]

Publications

Selected recent publications demonstrate continuity in Nardelli’s cardiopulmonary research. The 2026 studies include work in Circulation, Pulmonary Circulation, and Circulation: Cardiovascular Imaging, while a 2024 article in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine examines pulmonary arterial dilation in COPD. [1][2][3][4]

Research Impact

The supplied Scopus metrics record 1,560 citations across 69 documents, with an h-index of 22. These indicators provide quantitative evidence of scholarly visibility and citation-based influence. They should be interpreted alongside publication quality, methodological contribution, collaboration, and clinical relevance rather than as standalone measures of research significance.

Award Suitability

The documented combination of quantitative research activity, cardiopulmonary imaging expertise, and recent publications in established medical journals provides a reasonable scholarly basis for consideration for an Innovative Research Award. In particular, the use of automated radiomics and quantitative imaging approaches demonstrates methodological innovation directed toward clinically relevant pulmonary and cardiovascular questions. [2]

Conclusion

Pietro Nardelli’s documented research represents a focused contribution to medicine and health sciences, particularly at the intersection of pulmonary vascular disease, cardiopulmonary imaging, and quantitative clinical investigation. His publication record and citation indicators support recognition of sustained scholarly activity, while his recent imaging-based studies provide specific evidence of innovative research approaches.

References

  1. Association of Pulmonary Vascular Remodeling With Cardiac Structure and Function, Pulmonary Pressure, and Heart Failure in Late Life: The Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities (ARIC) Study. Circulation. 2026.
    https://doi.org/10.1161/CIRCULATIONAHA.125.077856
  2. Automated CT Pulmonary Angiography-Derived Periclot Radiomics for CTEPH Detection. Pulmonary Circulation. 2026.
    https://doi.org/10.1002/pul2.70406
  3. Increased Venous Volumes in Response to Catheter-Based Intervention for Acute PE: Lessons From the OPTALYSE PE Trial (OPTALYSE-3D). Circulation: Cardiovascular Imaging. 2026.
    https://doi.org/10.1161/CIRCIMAGING.125.019239
  4. Preacinar Arterial Dilation Mediates Outcomes of Quantitative Interstitial Abnormalities in the COPDGene Study. American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine. 2024.
    https://doi.org/10.1164/rccm.202312-2342OC
  5. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Pietro Nardelli, Author ID 56647924600. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=56647924600

Charles Lwamba | Chemical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Best Researcher Award

Charles Lwamba
Ural Federal University, Russia

Charles Lwamba
Affiliation Ural Federal University
Country Russia
Scopus ID 59477785600
Documents 2
Citations 15
h-index 1
Subject Area Chemical Engineering
Event International Forensic Scientist Awards
ORCID 0000-0001-9014-6959

Charles Lwamba is a researcher affiliated with Ural Federal University whose documented scholarly work is situated within Chemical Engineering. His research record includes studies addressing sustainable extraction processes and biotechnology-oriented approaches to wastewater treatment. The available bibliographic record comprises two Scopus-indexed documents, with 15 citations and an h-index of 1, providing a quantitative basis for assessing his research activity. [1]

Abstract

Charles Lwamba’s research profile reflects an emerging Chemical Engineering focus combining sustainable processing with biotechnology applications. His publications include a 2023 study on green extraction of piperine from black pepper using Response Surface Methodology and a review of modern biotechnological methods for wastewater treatment. These works connect process optimization, sustainable chemistry, and environmental treatment themes. [2] [3]

Keywords

Chemical Engineering; Sustainable Chemistry; Piperine Extraction; Response Surface Methodology; Wastewater Treatment; Biotechnology; Green Processing.

Introduction

Sustainable chemical processing increasingly emphasizes efficient resource utilization, environmentally responsible technologies, and optimization of industrial processes. Within this context, Lwamba’s documented publications address both sustainable extraction and biotechnology-based wastewater treatment. The subjects demonstrate relevance to chemical engineering research concerned with improving process efficiency while considering environmental applications.

Research Profile

A notable component of Lwamba’s research is the application of Response Surface Methodology to optimize piperine extraction from black pepper. Published in Sustainable Chemistry in 2023, the study presents a green-oriented extraction approach and links experimental optimization with sustainable chemical processing. [2] His other documented work reviews modern biotechnological methods in wastewater treatment, emphasizing the relevance of biological technologies to environmental engineering and treatment processes. [3]

Research Contributions

  • Application of Response Surface Methodology to sustainable piperine extraction.
  • Contribution to literature concerning biotechnology-based wastewater treatment.
  • Integration of sustainability and process-oriented perspectives within Chemical Engineering research.

Publications

  1. Innovative Green Approach for Extraction of Piperine from Black Pepper Based on Response Surface Methodology. Sustainable Chemistry, 2023. [2]
  2. Modern biotechnological methods in wastewater treatment: a review. Chimica Techno Acta, 2022. [3]

Research Impact

The available Scopus record identifies two documents, 15 citations, and an h-index of 1. [1] These indicators provide a measurable record of scholarly visibility, while the publication topics indicate engagement with sustainable extraction and environmental biotechnology. Citation metrics should be interpreted alongside publication quality, methodological relevance, and the continuing development of the researcher’s scholarly portfolio.

Award Suitability

The Best Researcher Award assessment can consider Lwamba’s documented contributions to Chemical Engineering, particularly the application of optimization methodology to a sustainable extraction problem and the examination of biotechnology for wastewater treatment. His work demonstrates thematic alignment with environmentally responsible engineering and process innovation. The available bibliometric indicators further provide an objective basis for documenting research activity and scholarly reception.

Conclusion

Charles Lwamba presents a developing research profile in Chemical Engineering characterized by sustainability-oriented extraction research and biotechnology-focused wastewater treatment literature. The combination of methodological optimization and environmental application provides a coherent basis for recognition within the International Forensic Scientist Awards framework, subject to the award’s applicable evaluation criteria.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Charles Lwamba, Author ID 59477785600. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=59477785600
  2. Lwamba, C. et al. (2023). Innovative Green Approach for Extraction of Piperine from Black Pepper Based on Response Surface Methodology. Sustainable Chemistry.
    https://doi.org/10.3390/suschem4010005
  3. Lwamba, C. et al. (2022). Modern biotechnological methods in wastewater treatment: a review. Chimica Techno Acta.
    https://doi.org/10.15826/chimtech.2022.9.2.S3
  4. ORCID. (n.d.). ORCID record for Charles Lwamba.
    https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9014-6959
  5. International Forensic Scientist Awards. (n.d.). Official Award Website.
    forensicscientist.org

Shanti Chandra | Earth and Planetary Sciences | Women Researcher Award

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Women Researcher Award

Shanti Chandra
Indian Institute of Information Technology, Allahabad, India

Shanti Chandra
Affiliation Indian Institute of Information Technology, Allahabad
Country India
Scopus ID 57200150419
Documents 20
Citations 143
h-index 5
Subject Area Earth and Planetary Sciences
Event International Forensic Scientist Awards
ORCID 0000-0001-7656-7175

Shanti Chandra is a researcher affiliated with the Indian Institute of Information Technology, Allahabad. Her indexed research record comprises 20 documents, 143 citations, and an h-index of 5. The documented work includes signal processing, biomedical signal analysis, digital filtering, and environmental monitoring applications, demonstrating a research profile that connects computational methods with practical scientific problems. Bibliographic indicators are reported through Scopus author information. [1]

Abstract

The research profile of Shanti Chandra reflects computational and signal-processing approaches applied to biomedical and environmental problems. Her documented publications address ECG signal compression and denoising, digital filter optimization, and forest-fire detection. The record combines algorithmic efficiency with application-oriented engineering, particularly through computationally efficient filtering techniques and sensor-network-based environmental monitoring. [2]

Keywords

Signal processing; ECG compression; ECG denoising; digital filters; IFIR filters; computational efficiency; forest-fire detection; environmental monitoring.

Introduction

Chandra’s publication record illustrates the use of computational methods for extracting, compressing, and interpreting information from complex signals. The research is relevant to both biomedical engineering and environmental sensing, with studies appearing in peer-reviewed journals and international conference proceedings. [3]

Research Profile

A central theme is computationally efficient digital signal processing. Research on ECG data considers compression and denoising while preserving clinically meaningful signal characteristics. Work on interpolation-free finite impulse response filtering examines coefficient reduction and stopband ripple minimization, indicating attention to implementation efficiency and filter performance. [4]

Research Contributions

  • Development of computationally efficient approaches for ECG signal compression.
  • Investigation of linear-phase filtering methods for ECG denoising.
  • Optimization of IFIR filter coefficients to reduce stopband ripple.
  • Application of sensor-network methods to forest-fire detection and early warning.

Publications

Selected publications include Computationally Efficient Cosine Modulated Filter Bank Design for ECG Signal Compression in IRBM (2020), with Coefficient Reduction Method for Stopband Ripple Minimization of IFIR Filter in IETE Journal of Research (2019), and Denoising of ECG Signal using Computationally Efficient Linear Phase Filtering, presented at ICCCNT 2019. [5]

Research Impact

The reported Scopus record of 20 documents, 143 citations, and an h-index of 5 provides a quantitative indication of scholarly visibility. The publications also demonstrate cross-application relevance, extending signal-processing research from biomedical data toward environmental detection systems. [1]

Award Suitability

The documented research record provides a substantive basis for consideration under the Women Researcher Award at the International Forensic Scientist Awards. Suitability is supported by indexed scholarly output, measurable citation impact, and research addressing computational methods with applications in health and environmental monitoring. [6]

Conclusion

Shanti Chandra’s documented scholarly profile combines digital signal-processing research with practical biomedical and environmental applications. Her publications and Scopus indicators establish a measurable research record suitable for academic recognition, while the thematic breadth of her work demonstrates continued application of computational techniques to scientific problems.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Shanti Chandra, Author ID 57200150419. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57200150419
  2. Elsevier. (2020). Computationally Efficient Cosine Modulated Filter Bank Design for ECG Signal Compression. IRBM.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.irbm.2019.06.002
  3. IETE Journal of Research. (2019). Coefficient Reduction Method for Stopband Ripple Minimization of IFIR Filter.
    https://doi.org/10.1080/03772063.2019.1622460
  4. ICCCNT. (2019). Denoising of ECG Signal using Computationally Efficient Linear Phase Filtering.
    https://doi.org/10.1109/ICCCNT45670.2019.8944464
  5. Scopus. (2019). SN based forest fire detection and early warning system. Indexed publication record, EID 2-s2.0-85070190429.
  6. International Forensic Scientist Awards. (n.d.). International Forensic Scientist Awards.
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Elif Ece Akgun | Medicine and Health Sciences | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

Elif Ece Akgun
Affiliation Atatürk University
Country Turkey
Scopus ID 58707767600
Documents 8
Citations 170
h-index 5
Subject Area Medicine and Health Sciences
Event International Forensic Scientist Awards

Elif Ece Akgun
Atatürk University, Turkey

Elif Ece Akgun is a researcher affiliated with Atatürk University whose scholarly work spans veterinary histology, embryology, biomedical research, and experimental investigations involving biological responses to bioactive compounds. Her indexed research record includes 8 Scopus documents, 170 citations, and a Scopus h-index of 5, according to the supplied research metrics. Her recent collaborative publication in Physiology & Behavior examines the cardiopulmonary and metabolic effects of kratom alkaloids in a controlled mouse model, providing a relevant example of interdisciplinary experimental research.

Abstract

Elif Ece Akgun’s research profile reflects an interdisciplinary orientation toward biological mechanisms, veterinary biomedical science, tissue-level investigation, and experimental health research. A recent open-access study co-authored by Akgun investigated standardized Mitragyna speciosa extract and mitragynine in high-fat-diet-induced obese mice. The study evaluated respiratory rate, minute ventilation, heart rate, body-weight change, and behavioral outcomes. Acute administration reduced respiratory rate without reducing minute ventilation, while repeated exposure to a higher extract dose was associated with increased body-weight gain. The findings support continued investigation into kratom alkaloids, metabolism, and cardiopulmonary responses. [2]

Keywords

Veterinary histology; embryology; biomedical research; kratom alkaloids; cardiopulmonary physiology; experimental medicine; metabolic research; health sciences.

Introduction

Akgun’s research sits within the broader biomedical and veterinary sciences, where cellular, tissue, physiological, and experimental approaches are used to understand mechanisms relevant to health. Her institutional profile identifies veterinary histology and embryology as principal research areas. [4] Her publication record also demonstrates collaboration across disciplines, including veterinary science, nutritional science, medicinal chemistry, natural products research, and physiology.

Research Profile

The research profile of Elif Ece Akgun combines histological and embryological expertise with experimental biomedical investigations. Her recent work on kratom provides an example of translationally relevant animal research in which physiological measurements are integrated with dietary and metabolic variables. The study used whole-body plethysmography and volume-pressure recordings to assess cardiopulmonary responses, alongside controlled dietary exposure and behavioral assessment. [2]

Research Contributions

A notable contribution is the examination of kratom extract under conditions of diet-induced obesity, an experimental context that had received comparatively limited attention in relation to cardiopulmonary effects. The investigation distinguished respiratory-rate changes from minute-ventilation outcomes and examined dose-dependent effects on body-weight gain. [2] Such work contributes experimental evidence that may help frame future studies of botanical alkaloids, metabolism, and physiological safety.

Publications

Among the documented recent publications is the 2026 open-access article Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) alkaloids influence on cardiopulmonary measures and high-fat diet-induced weight gain in mice, published in volume 307 of Physiology & Behavior, article 115231. Akgun is listed among ten authors, reflecting collaborative research across multiple institutions and scientific disciplines. [2]

Research Impact

The supplied metrics indicate 170 citations across 8 Scopus-indexed documents and an h-index of 5. These indicators provide a quantitative view of scholarly visibility, while the subject diversity of the research demonstrates engagement with veterinary and biomedical questions. The 2026 article currently records no citations in the indexed sources consulted, which is consistent with its recent publication date. [3]

Award Suitability

For an Innovative Research Award, Akgun’s profile is relevant because her recent work applies controlled experimental methods to a contemporary biomedical question and integrates physiological, metabolic, and behavioral measurements. The combination of veterinary expertise and interdisciplinary collaboration provides a reasonable scholarly basis for recognition within an innovation-oriented forensic and health-science award context.

Conclusion

Elif Ece Akgun presents a developing research profile centered on veterinary biomedical science and experimental investigation. Her indexed publication record, citation indicators, and recent interdisciplinary study of kratom alkaloids demonstrate continued engagement with clinically and biologically relevant research questions. The documented work provides a substantive basis for consideration under the Innovative Research Award category.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Elif Ece Akgun, Author ID 58707767600. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=58707767600
  2. Fields, S. E., Elango, A., Akgun, E. E., et al. (2026). Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) alkaloids influence on cardiopulmonary measures and high-fat diet-induced weight gain in mice. Physiology & Behavior, 307, 115231.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.physbeh.2026.115231
  3. National Library of Medicine. (2026). Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) alkaloids influence on cardiopulmonary measures and high-fat diet-induced weight gain in mice. PubMed PMID: 41547469.
  4. Atatürk University. (n.d.). Elif Ece Akgün: Academic Profile. AVESİS, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine.
  5. ScienceDirect. (2026). Physiology & Behavior: Kratom alkaloids and cardiopulmonary measures. Elsevier.
  6. Rutgers University. (2026). Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) alkaloids influence on cardiopulmonary measures and high-fat diet-induced weight gain in mice. Research output record.

Kyunghyun Lee | Veterinary Science and Veterinary Medicine | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

Kyunghyun Lee
Kyungpook National University, South Korea

Kyunghyun Lee
Affiliation Kyungpook National University
Country South Korea
Documents 1
Subject Area Veterinary Science and Veterinary Medicine
Event International Forensic Scientist Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-1432-6015

Kyunghyun Lee is affiliated with Kyungpook National University and works within Veterinary Science and Veterinary Medicine. The documented research record includes a 2026 study examining companion-animal abuse through criminal-court decisions in South Korea, connecting veterinary welfare considerations with legal and forensic perspectives. The work provides a focused contribution to understanding animal abuse cases through judicial records and their implications for professional veterinary practice.

Abstract

Kyunghyun Lee’s documented research addresses companion-animal abuse in South Korea from an interdisciplinary veterinary and legal perspective. The reported study analyzes criminal-court decisions covering 2003–2025 and considers their relevance to animal welfare and veterinary practice. Published in Animals in August 2026, the article provides an evidence-oriented examination of judicial decisions and their implications for understanding abuse cases. [1]

Keywords

Companion-animal abuse; animal welfare; veterinary medicine; criminal-court decisions; South Korea; forensic veterinary research; animal protection.

Introduction

Research into animal abuse increasingly intersects with veterinary medicine, welfare policy, legal evidence, and forensic investigation. Analysis of court decisions can provide a structured source for identifying how abuse is documented and interpreted within legal systems. Lee’s reported study applies this perspective to companion-animal abuse in South Korea, examining judicial decisions over an extended period and considering their implications for veterinary and welfare practice. [1]

Research Profile

The available publication record indicates a research focus at the intersection of veterinary science, animal welfare, and forensic or legal analysis. The study’s use of criminal-court decisions provides a documentary basis for examining companion-animal abuse beyond individual clinical observations. This approach places veterinary knowledge within a broader framework involving legal decisions, welfare concerns, and societal responses to animal harm.

Research Contributions

  • Examines companion-animal abuse through criminal-court decisions spanning 2003–2025.
  • Connects veterinary welfare considerations with judicial and forensic perspectives.
  • Provides a South Korean context for interdisciplinary animal-abuse research.

Publications

Lee, Kyunghyun. “Companion-Animal Abuse in South Korea: Welfare and Veterinary Implications from Criminal-Court Decisions (2003–2025).” Animals, 16(15), 2354, August 2026. [2]

Research Impact

The publication contributes to an emerging interdisciplinary research space in which veterinary knowledge can inform the interpretation of animal-abuse cases. Its examination of court decisions offers a documented basis for considering welfare and veterinary implications within South Korean legal contexts. The available record currently identifies one documented publication; citation and h-index information were not provided and are therefore not estimated.

Award Suitability

The documented research is relevant to an Innovative Research Award because it combines veterinary science with analysis of criminal-court decisions and animal-welfare implications. The interdisciplinary design provides a research pathway for examining animal abuse through both scientific and legal evidence. Its defined geographic and temporal scope also supports a focused scholarly contribution rather than a generalized treatment of animal welfare.

Conclusion

Kyunghyun Lee’s documented work presents a focused interdisciplinary contribution involving veterinary medicine, animal welfare, and judicial analysis. The 2026 Animals publication provides the principal evidence of this research activity and establishes a relevant foundation for recognition under an innovative research category. [2]

References

  1. Lee, Kyunghyun. (2026). Companion-Animal Abuse in South Korea: Welfare and Veterinary Implications from Criminal-Court Decisions (2003–2025). Animals, 16(15), 2354.
    https://doi.org/10.3390/ani16152354
  2. MDPI. (2026). Companion-Animal Abuse in South Korea: Welfare and Veterinary Implications from Criminal-Court Decisions (2003–2025). Animals, 16(15), 2354.
    https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/16/15/2354
  3. ORCID. (n.d.). Kyunghyun Lee — ORCID record.
    https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1432-6015
  4. MDPI. (n.d.). Animals — International Journal of Animal Science. MDPI.
    https://www.mdpi.com/journal/animals

Mohammad Awad | Engineering | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

Mohammad Awad
Affiliation Hashemite University
Country Jordan
Google Scholar ID BlOlGg0AAAAJ
Documents 3
Citations 2
h-index 1
Subject Area Engineering
Event International Forensic Scientist Awards
ORCID 0009-0004-1009-7923

Mohammad Awad
Hashemite University, Jordan

Mohammad Awad of Hashemite University, Jordan, is associated with engineering research concerning the structural behavior and numerical assessment of fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) reinforced concrete columns. His recent publications examine axial compression, load–strain response, database-based analysis, and finite element validation, establishing a focused research direction within contemporary structural engineering.

Abstract

Mohammad Awad’s research profile reflects an engineering focus on the structural performance of concrete columns strengthened or reinforced with fiber-reinforced polymer systems. The work combines empirical database analysis with finite element modelling to investigate axial compression and load–strain behavior. Such approaches can support improved understanding of structural response and provide numerical evidence for evaluating FRP-reinforced concrete systems. [1]

Keywords

Fiber-reinforced polymer; FRP reinforced concrete; concrete columns; axial compression; finite element analysis; load–strain behavior; structural engineering.

Introduction

FRP reinforcement has become an important research topic in structural engineering because its mechanical and durability characteristics offer alternatives to conventional reinforcement systems. Numerical modelling and experimental databases are frequently used together to characterize structural response and evaluate predictive approaches. Awad’s recent research addresses this area through finite element assessment and database-oriented investigation of concrete columns subjected to axial loading. [2]

Research Profile

The research profile is centered on computational structural analysis, particularly the relationship between reinforcement configuration and the mechanical response of concrete columns. The use of finite element methods provides a framework for examining load transfer and strain development, while database analysis allows broader comparison across structural cases. This combination represents a methodologically focused contribution to engineering research.

Research Contributions

  • Investigation of axial compression behavior in FRP-reinforced concrete columns.
  • Application of finite element analysis to structural load–strain response.
  • Use of database analysis to support broader evaluation and validation of structural behavior.

Publications

“Axial compression behavior of FRP reinforced concrete columns based on database analysis and finite element validation” was published in Discover Civil Engineering on 27 August 2026. The article examines database evidence alongside finite element validation of axial compression behavior. [3]

“Finite element analysis of concrete columns reinforced with fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP): Load-strain behavior” was published in Scientific Research and Essays on 31 August 2025. The study focuses on finite element evaluation of load–strain behavior in FRP-reinforced concrete columns. [4]

Research Impact

The available scholarly profile records 3 documents, 2 citations, and an h-index of 1. These quantitative indicators represent a developing publication record and should be interpreted in relation to the researcher’s recent publication activity. The subject concentration in Engineering and the focus on FRP-based structural systems provide a clearly defined technical research direction.

Award Suitability

The Innovative Research Award recognizes research characterized by methodological development, relevant technical investigation, and potential contribution to its field. Awad’s work demonstrates innovation through the combined use of finite element modelling and database analysis to study FRP-reinforced concrete columns. The alignment between the research topic, engineering specialization, and recent peer-reviewed publications provides a substantive basis for consideration.

Conclusion

Mohammad Awad presents an emerging engineering research profile focused on computational and analytical assessment of FRP-reinforced concrete columns. His recent publications establish a coherent direction in structural behaviour, finite element analysis, and database-supported validation, making the profile relevant to research recognition in innovative engineering studies.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Google Scholar author details: Mohammad Awad, Author ID BlOlGg0AAAAJ.
    https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=BlOlGg0AAAAJ
  2. Awad, M. (2025). Finite element analysis of concrete columns reinforced with fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP): Load-strain behavior. Scientific Research and Essays.
    https://doi.org/10.5897/sre2025.6801
  3. Awad, M. (2026). Axial compression behavior of FRP reinforced concrete columns based on database analysis and finite element validation. Discover Civil Engineering.
    https://doi.org/10.1007/s44290-026-00602-y
  4. Awad, M. (2025). Finite element analysis of concrete columns reinforced with fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP): Load-strain behavior. Scientific Research and Essays, ISSN 1992-2248.
    https://doi.org/10.5897/sre2025.6801
  5. International Organization for Standardization. Structural engineering terminology and principles for concrete and reinforcement assessment.

Md Sadman Haque | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

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Best Researcher Award

Md Sadman Haque
United International University, Bangladesh

Md Sadman Haque
Affiliation United International University
Country Bangladesh
Google Scholar ID 3fMbSl8AAAAJ
Documents 5
Citations 11
h-index 2
Subject Area Computer Science
Event International Forensic Scientist Awards
ORCID 0009-0001-0471-8197

Md Sadman Haque is a computer science researcher affiliated with United International University, Bangladesh. His documented research output includes work spanning interpretable machine learning, computer vision datasets, laboratory equipment recognition, and human–computer interaction involving large language models. His publication record reflects an applied orientation toward machine learning methods and datasets designed for practical research and educational contexts. Current bibliometric information records five documents, 11 citations, and an h-index of 2. [1]

Abstract

Md Sadman Haque’s research profile is characterized by applied computer science studies using machine learning and data-driven approaches. Recent publications address interpretable prediction of financial market stress, large-scale image datasets for physics laboratory equipment, chemistry laboratory apparatus recognition, and student perspectives on artificial intelligence-assisted academic search. These works collectively indicate engagement with machine learning, computer vision, dataset development, and human-centered artificial intelligence. [2] [3]

Keywords

Computer Science; Machine Learning; Explainable AI; Deep Learning; Computer Vision; Image Datasets; Artificial Intelligence; Human–Computer Interaction; Financial Analytics.

Introduction

The research record associated with Haque demonstrates the application of contemporary computational techniques to problems in finance, laboratory education, visual recognition, and information-seeking behavior. Rather than being limited to a single application domain, the publications show a common methodological emphasis on machine learning and structured data. Such cross-domain applications are relevant to the broader development of practical and interpretable artificial intelligence systems. [4]

Research Profile

A principal feature of the profile is the use of machine learning for prediction and recognition tasks. The 2026 study on firm-level market stress in the Dhaka Stock Exchange emphasizes interpretability, connecting predictive modeling with the need to understand model outputs. [2] Related research develops image datasets for identifying laboratory equipment, supporting computer vision research and potentially automated educational environments. [3]

Research Contributions

  • Development of an interpretable machine learning framework for next-day firm-level market-stress prediction.
  • Contribution to large-scale image dataset development for physics laboratory equipment detection.
  • Creation of a real-world chemistry laboratory image dataset covering 25 apparatus categories.
  • Investigation of university students’ use of LLMs and traditional search engines for academic problem solving.

Publications

“An interpretable machine learning framework for predicting next day firm level market stress in the Dhaka Stock Exchange” was published in Discover Artificial Intelligence on 6 September 2026. [2] Other recent works include the Scientific Data article on physics laboratory equipment detection, the chemistry laboratory image dataset study, and the HCI+NLP conference paper examining LLMs and traditional search. [3] [4] [5]

Research Impact

The available bibliometric record lists five documents, 11 citations, and an h-index of 2. [1] The broader significance of the research can also be considered through its application-oriented scope, particularly the development of reusable datasets and interpretable computational methods. Publications in Scientific Data further position dataset construction as a research contribution in its own right. [3]

Award Suitability

The profile is relevant to the Best Researcher Award within the International Forensic Scientist Awards based on its documented publication activity and demonstrated engagement with contemporary computer science research. The combination of explainable machine learning, computer vision, dataset development, and human-centered AI provides a substantive basis for academic recognition, while the assessment remains grounded in the documented research record and bibliometric indicators.

Conclusion

Md Sadman Haque presents an emerging computer science research profile centered on practical applications of machine learning and artificial intelligence. His recent publications demonstrate methodological breadth across financial prediction, computer vision datasets, laboratory equipment recognition, and academic information-seeking. The available record supports consideration for research recognition based on these documented contributions.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Google Scholar author details: Md Sadman Haque, Author ID 3fMbSl8AAAAJ.
    https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=3fMbSl8AAAAJ&hl=en
  2. Haque, M. S., et al. (2026). An interpretable machine learning framework for predicting next day firm level market stress in the Dhaka Stock Exchange. Discover Artificial Intelligence.
    https://doi.org/10.1007/s44163-026-02065-7
  3. Haque, M. S., et al. (2026). Large-Scale Image Dataset for Physics Laboratory Equipment Detection Using Deep Learning Models. Scientific Data.
    https://doi.org/10.1038/s41597-026-07839-3
  4. Haque, M. S., et al. (2025). Real-world chemistry lab image dataset for equipment recognition across 25 apparatus categories. Scientific Data.
    https://doi.org/10.1038/s41597-025-05952-3
  5. Haque, M. S., et al. (2025). Rethinking Search: A Study of University Students’ Perspectives on Using LLMs and Traditional Search Engines in Academic Problem Solving. Proceedings of the Fourth Workshop on Bridging Human-Computer Interaction and Natural Language Processing.
    https://doi.org/10.18653/v1/2025.hcinlp-1.5
  6. ORCID. (n.d.). Md Sadman Haque — ORCID record.
    https://orcid.org/0009-0001-0471-8197

Elif Somuncu | Physics | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

Elif Somuncu
Usak University, Turkey

Elif Somuncu is a physicist affiliated with Usak University, Turkey, whose research focuses on theoretical and analytical approaches to the thermodynamic properties of real gases. Her scholarly work addresses topics including virial coefficients, compressibility factors, specific heat capacities, speed of sound, and Boyle temperature, with applications to molecular gas systems. [2]

Elif Somuncu
Affiliation Usak University
Country Turkey
Scopus ID 56140075400
Documents 31
Citations 128
h-index 6
Subject Area Physics
Event International Forensic Scientist Awards

Abstract

Elif Somuncu’s research record reflects sustained work in theoretical physics, particularly the analytical evaluation of thermodynamic properties of real gases. Her publications investigate second virial coefficients and their application to compressibility, heat capacities, speed of sound, and Boyle temperature. These studies employ Lennard-Jones potential models and analytical approximations to evaluate molecular systems across different temperature and pressure conditions. [1] [2]

Keywords

Elif Somuncu; physics; real gases; virial coefficients; Lennard-Jones potential; compressibility factor; thermodynamic properties; speed of sound; specific heat capacity; Boyle temperature.

Introduction

The study of non-ideal gases requires quantitative descriptions that account for intermolecular interactions and departures from ideal-gas behavior. Somuncu’s research contributes to this area through analytical treatments based on virial coefficients and molecular interaction potentials. Her collaborative publications examine how these formulations can be used to estimate measurable thermodynamic properties and compare calculated values with established data. [1] [3]

Research Profile

Elif Somuncu’s research profile is centered on computationally efficient analytical methods for molecular gases. One strand evaluates the second virial coefficient using the Lennard-Jones (12-6) potential, while related studies extend these formulations to compressibility factors, heat capacities, speed of sound, and thermodynamic functions. [1] [3] This body of work connects mathematical modeling with experimentally relevant gas properties.

Research Contributions

  • Development and application of analytical procedures for evaluating thermodynamic properties of real gases. [1]
  • Investigation of second virial coefficients using Lennard-Jones molecular interaction models. [2]
  • Assessment of gas compressibility factors and their relationship to non-ideal molecular behavior. [3]
  • Analytical evaluation of speed of sound and specific heat capacities over broad temperature and pressure ranges. [1]

Publications

Selected publications illustrate the progression of Somuncu’s research in real-gas thermodynamics and molecular modeling. Her work includes studies of sound velocity and heat capacities, compressibility factors, internal thermodynamic functions, and Boyle temperature. [1] [2] [3]

Research Impact

The supplied Scopus record reports 31 documents, 128 citations, and an h-index of 6. These indicators provide a quantitative view of the visibility of Somuncu’s published research. Her cited work addresses fundamental thermodynamic properties with analytical methods that can support calculations involving real-gas systems. [1]

Award Suitability

The Innovative Research Award recognizes research characterized by methodological development, analytical originality, and meaningful scholarly contribution. Somuncu’s documented work demonstrates these characteristics through analytical treatments of molecular interactions and their application to measurable thermodynamic quantities. The use of virial-coefficient formulations to evaluate multiple gas properties provides a coherent research direction within theoretical and computational physics. [1] [2]

Conclusion

Elif Somuncu’s research profile demonstrates a focused contribution to theoretical physics through analytical studies of real-gas behavior. Her publications connect molecular potential models with thermodynamic properties including compressibility, heat capacity, sound velocity, and Boyle temperature. Based on the supplied bibliometric information and documented publication record, her research provides a suitable scholarly basis for consideration for an Innovative Research Award.

References

  1. Mamedov, B. A., Somuncu, E., & Askerov, I. M. (2018). Evaluation of Speed of Sound and Specific Heat Capacities of Real Gases. Journal of Thermophysics and Heat Transfer, 32(4), 984–988.
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.2514/1.T5285
  2. Mamedov, B. A., Somuncu, E., & Askerov, I. M. (2018). Theoretical Assessment of Compressibility Factor of Gases by Using Second Virial Coefficient. Zeitschrift für Naturforschung A, 73(2), 121–125.
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.1515/zna-2017-0225
  3. Somuncu, E. (2019). Accurate assessment of the Boyle temperature of nonpolar molecular gases using second virial coefficient with Lennard-Jones (12-6) potential. Indian Journal of Physics, 93(5), 565–569.
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s12648-018-1334-x
  4. Mamedov, B. A., Somuncu, E., & Askerov, I. M. (2017/2018). Accurate calculation of second virial coefficient of Exp-6 potential and its application. Physica A, 420, 246–257.
  5. Mamedov, B. A., Somuncu, E., & Askerov, I. M. (2017/2018). Accurate evaluation of the internal energy, free energy, entropy and enthalpy of non-polar molecules by using virial coefficients. Chinese Journal of Physics, 55, 1473–1488.
  6. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Elif Somuncu, Author ID 56140075400. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=56140075400
  7. International Forensic Scientist Awards. (n.d.). International Forensic Scientist Awards.
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