Aras Turkoglu | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Aras Turkoglu | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Necmettin Erbakan University | Turkey

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Aras Turkoglu, at the Faculty of Agriculture, Necmettin Erbakan University, is a distinguished plant geneticist and breeder renowned for his extensive expertise in crop improvement, molecular genetics, and plant biotechnology. His research focuses on uncovering the genetic basis of key agronomic traits in cereals and legumes, including wheat, barley, quinoa, cowpea, and forage crops, employing advanced approaches such as QTL mapping, genome-wide association studies (GWAS), and molecular marker-assisted selection. He has made significant contributions to understanding genetic diversity, population structure, and epigenetic variation under abiotic stresses including drought, salinity, and cold. By integrating conventional breeding with molecular techniques, including CRISPR-based gene editing and transgenic approaches, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Aras Turkoglu develops stress-resilient, high-yielding cultivars. His pioneering work also explores the use of nanotechnology, plant growth-promoting bacteria, and exogenous bioactive compounds to enhance crop performance under environmental stresses. Leveraging high-throughput phenotyping, tissue culture systems, and machine learning algorithms, he has developed predictive models for growth, callus induction, and yield traits, bridging experimental and computational plant science. With over 100 peer-reviewed publications, his research has garnered 1,294 citations overall (1,236 since 2020), an h-index of 19, and an i10-index of 48 (46 since 2020), highlighting his global influence. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Aras Turkoglu’s work significantly advances sustainable agriculture by providing innovative solutions for global food security through the development of resilient, high-yielding crop varieties, combining fundamental genetic insights with practical applications in modern plant breeding.

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Featured Publications

  • Türkoğlu, A. P. A. P. P., Haliloglu, K., Cinisli, K. T., & Özkan, G. (2020). Application of zinc oxide nanoparticles and plant growth promoting bacteria reduces genetic impairment under salt stress. Agriculture, 10(521), 1–14.

  • Nalci, O. B., Nadaroglu, H., Pour, A. H., Gungor, A. A., & Haliloglu, K. (2019). Effects of ZnO, CuO and γ-Fe3O4 nanoparticles on mature embryo culture of wheat (Triticum aestivum L.). Plant Cell, Tissue and Organ Culture, 136(2), 269–277.

  • Zeinalzadehtabrizi, H., Hosseinpour, A., Aydin, M., & Haliloglu, K. (2015). A modified genomic DNA extraction method from leaves of sunflower for PCR based analyzes. Journal of Biodiversity and Environmental Sciences, 7, 222–225.

  • Hosseinpour, A., Ilhan, E., Özkan, G., Öztürk, H. İ., Haliloglu, K., & Cinisli, K. T. (2022). Plant growth-promoting bacteria (PGPBs) and copper (II) oxide (CuO) nanoparticle ameliorates DNA damage and DNA methylation in wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) exposed to NaCl stress. Journal of Plant Biochemistry and Biotechnology, 31(4), 751–764.

  • Kutlu, M., Cakmakci, R., Hosseinpour, A., & Karagöz, H. (2019). The use of plant growth promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR)’s effect on essential oil rate, essential oil content, some morphological parameters and nutrient uptake of Turkish oregano. Applied Ecology and Environmental Research, 17(2), 1–14.

Rachana Prabhu | Dentistry | Outstanding Forensic Odontologist Award

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Dr. Rachana Prabhu | Dentistry | Outstanding Forensic Odontologist Award

Yenepoya Dental College, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University) | India

Dr. Rachana Prabhu is a dynamic researcher whose scholarly work spans forensic odontology, oral cancer biology, diagnostic imaging, salivary diagnostics, and epidemiological research. She has published over 136 peer-reviewed journal articles indexed in SCI, Scopus, and PubMed, demonstrating a consistent and substantial scholarly output. According to her Google Scholar profile, she has accumulated 1,201 total citations (592 citations since 2020), holds an h-index of 18 (13 since 2020), and an i10-index of 28 (15 since 2020), highlighting sustained impact and relevance. Her research primarily addresses oral potentially malignant disorders, HPV-associated oral lesions, radiographic innovations, salivary biomarkers, and computational methods for dental age estimation. She has spearheaded and contributed to several funded research projects, including molecular diagnostics for early cancer detection, community‑centered cancer screening programs, and machine-learning based forensic identification studies. Her scholarly influence extends beyond articles she is author of multiple books on forensic odontology, radiographic diagnostics, oral cancer chemoprevention, and MRI applications in the orofacial region; has contributed chapters to national textbooks; and co-authored a national manual on oral potentially malignant disorders and oral cancer. She holds one published patent and has collaborated in multi-institutional studies. Her methodological innovations include digital lip-print uniqueness analysis, cytokine-based salivary diagnostics, and biomarker-driven risk stratification. Her work contributes toward translational advances in early detection of oral cancer, radiographic diagnostic decision-support, and public health–oriented forensic research. Additionally, she serves as a reviewer and editorial contributor for several international journals, participates in scientific committees, mentors researchers, and presents at conferences — all reinforcing her commitment to academic rigor, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Through consistent high-quality research outputs, methodological innovation, and impactful findings, she continues to strengthen the evidence base in forensic sciences, oral diagnostics, and cancer-related research.

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Featured Publications

  • Prabhu, R. V., Dinkar, A. D., Prabhu, V. D., & Rao, P. K. (2012). Cheiloscopy: Revisited. Journal of Forensic Dental Sciences, 4(1), 47–52.

  • Prabhu, R. V., Prabhu, V., Chatra, L., Shenai, P., Suvarna, N., & Dandekeri, S. (2014). Areca nut and its role in oral submucous fibrosis. Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dentistry, 6(5), e569.

  • Sharma, J., Mamatha, G. P., & Acharya, R. (2008). Primary oral myiasis: A case report. Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, 12(1), 34–37.

  • Prabhu, R. V., Dinkar, A., & Prabhu, V. (2012). A study of lip print pattern in Goan dental students–A digital approach. Journal of Forensic and Legal Medicine, 19(7), 390–395.

  • Prabhu, R. V., Dinkar, A., & Prabhu, V. (2013). Digital method for lip print analysis: A new approach. Journal of Forensic Dental Sciences, 5(2), 96–105.

Yongxiang Wang | Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutical Science | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Yongxiang Wang | Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutical Science | Research Excellence Award

Shanghai Jiao Tong University | China

Prof. Yong-xiang Wang is an internationally recognized researcher in pain biology, neuropharmacology, and analgesic drug discovery, widely known for his pioneering contributions to molecular pain mechanisms, microglial signaling pathways, and therapeutic modulation of neuropathic hypersensitivity. His work has significantly advanced the understanding of spinal glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor signaling, β-endorphin–mediated analgesic pathways, dynorphin A regulation, and microglial involvement in chronic pain modulation. With 104 Scopus-indexed research documents, 3,704 citations from 2,471 citing documents, and an h-index of 39, his scientific influence is firmly established across the global pain research community. His high-impact publications in leading journals such as Brain, Behavior, and Immunity, Journal of Neuroscience, British Journal of Pharmacology, Neuropharmacology, Pharmacological Research, and Anesthesiology highlight landmark discoveries in microglial IL-10 signaling, MAPK-associated inflammatory regulation, glucocorticoid receptor–mediated analgesia, and novel analgesic compounds derived from traditional herbal medicines. His extensive research portfolio encompasses neuropathic pain mechanisms, microglial cAMP/PKA/MAPK signaling pathways, reverse pharmacology of herbal analgesics, and systematic identification of novel analgesic molecules with translational therapeutic potential. Prof. Yong-xiang Wang has contributed to innovative patents in analgesic research, and his findings continue to shape emerging strategies in neuroimmune pain modulation. In addition to his scientific contributions, he provides editorial leadership for international journals, offers extensive peer-review service, and collaborates widely across the neuropharmacology field. His work has earned notable recognition through competitive research awards, high citation visibility, and sustained impact on the development of next-generation analgesic therapeutics.

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Featured Publications

1. Ma, L., Wei, J., Deng, M. Y., Ahmad, K. A., Huang, J., Zhao, M. J., Li, X., Mao, Y., Wang, Y.-X., & Chen, J. (2025). Spinal microglial membrane glucocorticoid receptors regulate anti-hypersensitivity by stimulating dynorphin A expression. European Journal of Pharmacology, 178362.

2. Deng, M. Y., Cheng, J., Gao, N., Li, X. Y., Liu, H., & Wang, Y.-X. (2024). Dexamethasone attenuates neuropathic pain through spinal microglial expression of dynorphin A via the cAMP/PKA/p38 MAPK/CREB signaling pathway. Brain, Behavior, and Immunity, 119, 36–50.

3. Shoaib, R. M., Ahmad, K. A., & Wang, Y.-X. (2021). Protopanaxadiol alleviates neuropathic pain by spinal microglial dynorphin A expression following glucocorticoid receptor activation. British Journal of Pharmacology, 178(15), 2976–2997.

4. Huang, Q., Mao, X.-F., Wu, H.-Y., Liu, H., Sun, M.-L., Wang, X., & Wang, Y.-X. (2017). Cynandione A attenuates neuropathic pain through p38β MAPK-mediated spinal microglial expression of β-endorphin. Brain, Behavior, and Immunity, 62, 64–77.

5. Xu, M., Wu, H.-Y., Liu, H., Gong, N., Wang, Y.-R., & Wang, Y.-X. (2017). Morroniside, a secoiridoid glycoside from Cornus officinalis, attenuates neuropathic pain by activation of spinal glucagon-like peptide-1 receptors. British Journal of Pharmacology, 174, 580–590.

Sinan Eğri | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Sinan Eğri | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Tokat Gaziosmanpaşa University | Turkey

Prof. Dr. Sinan Eğri is a distinguished researcher in polymer science, biomaterials engineering, and sustainable biobased polymer technologies, recognized for his impactful contributions to advanced material design for biomedical and industrial applications. His research integrates polymer synthesis, reactive extrusion, biodegradable scaffold engineering, nanocomposite development, and green nanotechnology, with a particular emphasis on creating innovative materials that address critical challenges in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. His scientific portfolio includes the development of PLA-PEG-PLA systems, electrospun vascular scaffolds, cryogel-based biomaterials, biobased polymer nanocomposites, and environmentally friendly nanoparticle systems, all of which demonstrate his multidisciplinary approach to material innovation. Prof. Dr. Sinan Eğri has produced a strong body of work with 17 Scopus-indexed documents, cited by 355 publications, accumulating 363 Scopus citations and an h-index of 8, underscoring his research influence in polymer chemistry and biomaterials research. His widely cited studies on maleic anhydride grafting, VEGF/BMP-2 releasing scaffolds, nanomechanical characterization of biodegradable materials, and phage-encapsulated biomaterials have advanced understanding in both fundamental polymer science and applied biomedical engineering. He has successfully completed 21 research projects, spanning supercritical CO₂ polymerization, biopolymer processing, bone tissue engineering materials, green nanoparticle biosynthesis, and biodegradable composite design, along with multiple consultancy-based R&D collaborations. In addition to his publications, Prof. Dr. Sinan Eğri contributes to the scientific community through editorial service, peer-reviewing, and international research collaborations, continuously driving innovations that support progress in polymer engineering, sustainable materials, and medical biomaterials.

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Featured Publications

1. Taşdelen, T. B., Eğri, Ö., & Eğri, S. (2025). Enhancing the electrical conductivity of electrospun PCL fibers by coating with polydopamine and in situ gold nanoparticles doped on the polydopamine coating. Polymers, 17(23), 3192.

2. Eğri, Ö., Güneş, F., & Eğri, S. (2025). Production and characterization of H. perforatum oil-loaded, semi-resorbable, tri-layered hernia mesh. Polymers, 17(2), 240.

3. Demirci, S., Oncer, N., Mazlumoglu, H., Yilmaz, A., Egri, S., Egri, O., & Yilmaz, M. (2024). Polydopamine-mediated gold nanostructure-decorated electrospun polycaprolactone fibers for photocatalytic dye degradation. ChemistrySelect, 9, Article e202304494.

4. Yerliyurt, K., & Eğri, S. (2023). Effect of knitting pattern of PP mesh on the flexural properties of heat-cured PMMA denture base resin. Cumhuriyet Science Journal, 44(3), Article 1184249.

5. Yerliyurt, K., Taşdelen, T. B., Eğri, Ö., & Eğri, S. (2023). Flexural properties of heat-polymerized PMMA denture base resins reinforced with fibers with different characteristics. Polymers, 15(15), 3211.

Zerrin Kutlu | Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology | Research Excellence Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zerrin Kutlu | Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology | Research Excellence Award

Ataturk University | Turkey

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zerrin Kutlu is a leading biochemist whose research focuses on oxidative stress, endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress, inflammation, and diabetes-related complications, with an emphasis on elucidating molecular mechanisms underlying organ injury and cardiometabolic disorders. Her work spans ischemic heart injury, sepsis-induced organ damage, osteoporosis, and metabolic disease models, highlighting the interplay between oxidative stress and cellular dysfunction. Dr. Zerrin Kutlu has authored 15 Scopus-indexed publications, cited 211 times, with an h-index of 9, reflecting the impact and recognition of her research in the scientific community. She has contributed book chapters and served extensively as a peer reviewer and editorial board member for high-impact journals. Her pioneering studies on avasopasem manganese as a superoxide dismutase mimetic, alongside investigations of ATE1 enzyme biology, have provided novel insights into therapeutic strategies for diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and neurodegenerative disorders. She has advanced translational research through nanotechnology-based drug delivery systems, phenolic compound-loaded nanoparticles, and bioactive natural molecules, demonstrating the therapeutic potential of antioxidant and cytoprotective agents. In collaboration with industry and interdisciplinary teams, Dr. Zerrin Kutlu has developed boron-based bioactive compounds for dermo cosmetic and UV-protective applications, supported by TÜBİTAK-funded projects. Her portfolio includes multiple patents, international publications, and leadership in multi-center experimental studies, underscoring her commitment to innovation and scientific excellence. Through these contributions, Dr. Zerrin Kutlu has significantly advanced understanding of redox biology, ER stress modulation, and translational pharmacology, establishing herself as a recognized leader in biomedical research and therapeutic innovation.

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Featured Publications

  • Dumlu, F. A., Aydin, T., Odabasoglu, F., Berktas, O. A., Kutlu, Z., Erol, H. S., … (2019). Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties of jervine, a steroidal alkaloid from rhizomes of Veratrum album. Phytomedicine, 55, 191–199.

  • Koc, K., Geyikoglu, F., Cakmak, O., Koca, A., Kutlu, Z., Aysin, F., Yilmaz, A., … (2021). The targets of β-sitosterol as a novel therapeutic against cardio-renal complications in acute renal ischemia/reperfusion damage. Naunyn-Schmiedeberg’s Archives of Pharmacology, 394(3), 469–479.

  • Karaoğlan, E. S., Albayrak, A., Kutlu, Z., & Bayır, Y. (2018). Gastroprotective and antioxidant effects of Eremurus spectabilis Bieb. methanol extract and its isolated component isoorientin on indomethacin-induced gastric damage. Acta Cirúrgica Brasileira, 33, 609–618.

  • Akpinar, E., Kutlu, Z., Kose, D., Aydin, P., Tavaci, T., Bayraktutan, Z., & Yuksel, T. N. (2022). Protective effects of idebenone against sepsis-induced acute lung damage. Journal of Investigative Surgery, 35(3), 560–568.

  • Kutlu, Z., Celik, M., Bilen, A., Halıcı, Z., Yıldırım, S., Karabulut, S., & Karakaya, S. (2020). Effects of umbelliferone isolated from the Ferulago pauciradiata Boiss. & Heldr. plant on cecal ligation and puncture-induced sepsis model in rats. Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy, 127, 110206.

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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