Neha Vats | Medical Physics | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Neha Vats | Medical Physics | Best Researcher Award

Heidelberg University | Germany

Dr. Neha Vats is a postdoctoral researcher in Medical Imaging and Spectroscopy at the Central Institute of Mental Health, Mannheim, Germany, with a strong research foundation in MRI, CT, and multinuclear MRS. Her expertise lies in quantitative image analysis, medical image processing, and the development of advanced imaging protocols. She has contributed significantly to translational neuroimaging and oncology through the optimization of CT perfusion techniques and neurochemical imaging in psychiatric populations. Her scholarly output includes five peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals such as Scientific Reports and Magnetic Resonance Imaging, addressing topics like pancreatic CT perfusion standardization, perfusion model development, and machine-learning-based tumor differentiation. According to her Scopus profile, she has 5 documents, an h-index of 4, and 28 citations, reflecting strong research visibility and growing academic impact in biomedical imaging. Dr. Vats’s technical proficiency spans MATLAB, C++, perfusion mathematical modeling, and quantitative neuroimaging, with research interests focusing on advanced spectroscopy methods and metabolic brain characterization. Her ongoing projects on ME/CFS and aggression-related brain changes exemplify her commitment to integrating imaging physics with neuroscience for clinical translation and sustainable advancements in medical diagnostics.

Profiles: Scopus | Orcid | Research Gate 

Featured Publications

Vats, N., Mayer, P., Kortes, F., Klauß, M., Grenacher, L., Stiller, W., Kauczor, H.-U., & Skornitzke, S. Evaluation and timing optimization of CT perfusion first pass analysis in comparison to maximum slope model in pancreatic adenocarcinoma. Scientific Reports, 13, Article 10865.

Skornitzke, S., Vats, N., Mayer, P., Kauczor, H.-U., & Stiller, W. Pancreatic CT perfusion: Quantitative meta-analysis of disease discrimination, protocol development, and effect of CT parameters. Insights into Imaging, 14, Article 1471.

Vats, N., Sengupta, A., Gupta, R. K., Patir, R., Vaishya, S., Ahlawat, S., Saini, J., Agarwal, S., & Singh, A. Differentiation of pilocytic astrocytoma from glioblastoma using a machine-learning framework based upon quantitative T1 perfusion MRI. Magnetic Resonance Imaging, 97, 63–71.

Skornitzke, S., Vats, N., Kopytova, T., Tong, E. W. Y., Hofbauer, T., Weber, T. F., Rehnitz, C., von Stackelberg, O., Maier-Hein, K., & Stiller, W. Asynchronous calibration of quantitative computed tomography bone mineral density assessment for opportunistic osteoporosis screening: Phantom-based validation and parameter influence evaluation. Scientific Reports, 12, Article 20478

Arbind Kumar Gupta | Soil Fertility | Best Faculty Award

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Dr. Arbind Kumar Gupta | Soil Fertility | Best Faculty Award

Banda University of Agriculture and Technology | India

Dr. Arbind Kumar Gupta is an accomplished researcher and academic in the field of Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry, with a substantial research output that demonstrates his expertise in sustainable soil management, nutrient dynamics, and environmental conservation. He has published 31 research papers in reputed national and international journals, along with 21 popular science articles, 6 authored books, 6 book chapters, and 3 practical manuals, reflecting a strong commitment to advancing agricultural sciences. His research work, which includes significant contributions on phosphorus dynamics, soil characterization, and sustainable growing media, has received notable recognition through multiple Best Paper Awards and the Young Scientist Award. His research impact is further strengthened by his active role as Principal Investigator and Co-Principal Investigator in five major funded projects focusing on water resource management, groundwater recharge, and organic farming certification systems. According to his latest research metrics, he holds an h-index of 4, with 14 documents and 48 citations, highlighting the scholarly influence and visibility of his research contributions within the agricultural and environmental science community.

Profiles: Scopus | Research Gate 

Featured Publications

Gupta, A. K. (n.d.). Heavy metals contamination and their phytoremediation in soil and water for sustainable environmental restoration. Banda University of Agriculture & Technology.

Muhammad Assad Riaz | Gynecology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Muhammad Assad Riaz | Gynecology | Best Researcher Award

Justus Liebig University Giessen |Germany

Dr. Assad Riaz is a senior scientist at Justus Liebig University Giessen, Germany, whose research focuses on molecular physiology, reproductive biology, oncology, and cellular signaling in disease models. His scientific expertise encompasses isolation and conditional reprogramming of primary stromal and epithelial cells, molecular pathway modulation for therapeutic discovery, and endothelial barrier regulation under stress. He has published numerous peer-reviewed papers in leading journals such as Scientific Reports, American Journal of Translational Research, Molecular Cancer Therapeutics, Cells, Biology (Basel), Biomolecules, Diagnostics (Basel), Tissue Barriers, and Journal of Clinical Medicine. His publications highlight significant contributions to cancer biology, endometriosis, adenomyosis, and testicular physiology. Dr. Riaz is the first or corresponding author on several impactful studies exploring AMPK signaling, BRM/BRG1-mediated radiosensitivity, and TGF-β-associated mechanisms in reproductive tissues. According to his CV, his scopus record includes 15 documents,172 citations, and an h-index of 6, reflecting a strong influence across interdisciplinary biomedical fields. His extensive methodological repertoire spans molecular genetics, cell culture, and advanced imaging, supporting translational research aimed at developing innovative therapeutic interventions for complex human diseases.

Profiles: Scopus | Research Gate 

Featured Publications

Kabbesh, H., Riaz, M. A., Jensen, A. D., Scheiner-Bobis, G., & Konrad, L. Establishment of long-term viable and functional adult rat Sertoli cells to study androgen responsiveness and formation of tight junctions. Cells, 10(9).

Mwaura, A. N., Riaz, M. A., Maoga, J. B., Mecha, E., Omwandho, C. O. A., Scheiner-Bobis, G., Meinhold-Heerlein, I., & Konrad, L. Role of Betaglycan in TGF-β signaling and wound healing in human endometriotic epithelial cells and in endometriosis. Biology (Basel), 11(4).

Mwaura, A. N., Riaz, M. A., Maoga, J. B., Mecha, E., Omwandho, C. O. A., Scheiner-Bobis, G., Meinhold-Heerlein, I., & Konrad, L. Activin A modulates Betaglycan shedding via the ALK4–SMAD3–dependent pathway in endometriotic cells. Biomolecules, 12(12).

Maoga, J. B., Riaz, M. A., Mwaura, A. N., Scheiner-Bobis, G., Mecha, E., Omwandho, C. O. A., Meinhold-Heerlein, I., & Konrad, L.  Impaired expression of membrane type-2 and type-3 matrix metalloproteinases in endometriosis but not in adenomyosis. Diagnostics (Basel), 12(4).

Kabbesh, H., Riaz, M. A., Jensen, A. D., Scheiner-Bobis, G., & Konrad, L. Transmigration of macrophages through primary adult rat Sertoli cells. Tissue Barriers, 10(1).

Ganesh Maurya | Phage Biology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Ganesh Maurya | Phage Biology | Best Researcher Award

Banaras Hindu University | India

Dr. Ganesh Kumar Maurya is an accomplished researcher and Assistant Professor in the Department of Zoology at Banaras Hindu University, contributing significantly to the fields of molecular biology, microbiology, and radiation biology. His research primarily explores genome dynamics, DNA replication, and the mechanisms of radioresistance in the extremophile bacterium Deinococcus radiodurans, with implications for cancer radiotherapy and antimicrobial drug development. He has published numerous papers in reputed international journals such as Journal of Biological Chemistry, Life Science Alliance, Environmental Research, and Frontiers in Microbiology. His work spans over 17 peer-reviewed research articles, multiple book chapters published by Elsevier and Springer, and several conference presentations, including those at the Federation of European Microbiological Societies. According to his Google Scholar profile. Dr. Maurya has an H-index of 11, reflecting his growing citation impact and research visibility, supported by hundreds of citations across more than 30 scholarly documents. His research excellence has been recognized through prestigious honors including the NASI–Platinum Jubilee Young Scientist Award, and multiple national and international fellowships and grants supporting his innovative investigations in genomic stability and radioresistance biology.

Profiles: Scopus | Orcid | Google Scholar

Featured Publications

Kerry, R. G., Ukhurebor, K. E., Kumari, S., Maurya, G. K., Patra, S., Panigrahi, B., Majhi, S., Rout, J. R., Rodríguez-Torres, M. D. P., Das, G., Shin, H. S., & Patra, J. K. (2021). A comprehensive review on the applications of nano-biosensor-based approaches for non-communicable and communicable disease detection.

Kerry, R. G., Montalbo, F. J. P., Das, R., Patra, S., Mahapatra, G. P., Maurya, G. K., Nayak, V., Jena, A. B., Ukhurebor, K. E., Jena, R. C., Gouda, S., Majhi, S., & Rout, J. R. (2022). An overview of remote monitoring methods in biodiversity conservation.

Maurya, G. K., Modi, K., Banerjee, M., Chaudhary, R., Rajpurohit, Y. S., & Misra, H. S. (2018). Phosphorylation of FtsZ and FtsA by a DNA damage-responsive Ser/Thr protein kinase affects their functional interactions in Deinococcus radiodurans.

Kerry, R. G., Mahapatra, G. P., Maurya, G. K., Patra, S., Mahari, S., Das, G., Patra, J. K., & Sahoo, S. (2021). Molecular prospect of type-2 diabetes: Nanotechnology based diagnostics and therapeutic intervention.

Nayak, V., Patra, S., Singh, K. R. B., Ganguly, B., Kumar, D. N., Panda, D., Maurya, G. K., & Kerry, R. G. (2023). Advancement in precision diagnosis and therapeutic for triple-negative breast cancer: Harnessing diagnostic potential of CRISPR-cas & engineered CAR T-cells mediated therapeutics.

Sabit Ersahin | Agricultural Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Sabit Ersahin | Agricultural Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Igdır University | Turkey

Prof. Dr. Sabit Ersahin is a distinguished soil scientist at Igdır University with significant contributions to environmental sustainability, soil physics, and land degradation research. He has conducted 21 research projects and published 50 peer-reviewed journal articles in leading SCI and Scopus-indexed platforms, supported by 4 consultancy or industry projects and 5 international collaborations. His scholarly impact is reflected in his Google Scholar citation index of 24 and Web of Science index of 16, demonstrating strong academic influence and research visibility. His innovations include one patent and the development of geostatistical models that enhance understanding of soil-water dynamics, nutrient cycling, and nitrate pollution control in agricultural ecosystems. Prof. Ersahin’s work integrates advanced modelling and spatial statistics to monitor soil fertility and environmental degradation, offering data-driven strategies for sustainable land and water management. As an active member of the Soil Science Society of America and the Soil Science Society of Turkiye, he advances interdisciplinary approaches that bridge soil conservation and ecosystem resilience. His editorial and academic roles reinforce his leadership in promoting scientific collaboration and practical solutions to environmental challenges through research-driven innovation.

Profile: Google Scholar 

Featured Publications

Ersahin, S., Gunal, H., Kutlu, T., Yetgin, B., & Coban, S. Estimating specific surface area and cation exchange capacity in soils using fractal dimension of particle-size distribution. Geoderma, 136(3–4), 588–597.

Karaman, S., Ersahin, S., & Gunal, H. Firing temperature and firing time influence on mechanical and physical properties of clay bricks. Journal of Scientific and Industrial Research, 65(2), 153–158.

Uenluekara, A., Cemek, B., Karaman, S., & Ersahin, S. Response of lettuce (Lactuca sativa var. crispa) to salinity of irrigation water. New Zealand Journal of Crop and Horticultural Science, 36(4), 265–273.

Ersahin, S. Comparing ordinary kriging and cokriging to estimate infiltration rate. Soil Science Society of America Journal, 67(6), 1848–1855.

Karaman, S., Gunal, H., & Ersahin, S. Assessment of clay bricks compressive strength using quantitative values of color components. Construction and Building Materials, 20(5), 348–354.

Sabit Ersahin | Nanobiotech | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Sabit Ersahin | Nanobiotech | Best Researcher Award

Igdır University | Turkey

Prof. Dr. Sabit Ersahin is a distinguished soil scientist at Igdır University with significant contributions to environmental sustainability, soil physics, and land degradation research. He has conducted 21 research projects and published 50 peer-reviewed journal articles in leading SCI and Scopus-indexed platforms, supported by 4 consultancy or industry projects and 5 international collaborations. His scholarly impact is reflected in his Google Scholar citation index of 24 and Web of Science index of 16, demonstrating strong academic influence and research visibility. His innovations include one patent and the development of geostatistical models that enhance understanding of soil-water dynamics, nutrient cycling, and nitrate pollution control in agricultural ecosystems. Prof. Ersahin’s work integrates advanced modelling and spatial statistics to monitor soil fertility and environmental degradation, offering data-driven strategies for sustainable land and water management. As an active member of the Soil Science Society of America and the Soil Science Society of Turkiye, he advances interdisciplinary approaches that bridge soil conservation and ecosystem resilience. His editorial and academic roles reinforce his leadership in promoting scientific collaboration and practical solutions to environmental challenges through research-driven innovation.

Profile: Google Scholar 

Featured Publications

Ersahin, S., Gunal, H., Kutlu, T., Yetgin, B., & Coban, S. Estimating specific surface area and cation exchange capacity in soils using fractal dimension of particle-size distribution. Geoderma, 136(3–4), 588–597.

Karaman, S., Ersahin, S., & Gunal, H. Firing temperature and firing time influence on mechanical and physical properties of clay bricks. Journal of Scientific and Industrial Research, 65(2), 153–158.

Uenluekara, A., Cemek, B., Karaman, S., & Ersahin, S. Response of lettuce (Lactuca sativa var. crispa) to salinity of irrigation water. New Zealand Journal of Crop and Horticultural Science, 36(4), 265–273.

Ersahin, S. Comparing ordinary kriging and cokriging to estimate infiltration rate. Soil Science Society of America Journal, 67(6), 1848–1855.

Karaman, S., Gunal, H., & Ersahin, S. Assessment of clay bricks compressive strength using quantitative values of color components. Construction and Building Materials, 20(5), 348–354.

Ahmed Abushama | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Ahmed Abushama | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Queens University | Canada

Dr. Ahmed J. A. Abushama is an accomplished pediatric neurologist and epileptologist with a robust record of research productivity and clinical innovation in the field of pediatric neurology and neurophysiology. His scholarly contributions include several peer-reviewed publications such as From Initial Suspicion to Accurate Diagnosis: Unmasking Rabies in a Case of Suspected Guillain-Barré Syndrome and Homozygous SULT4A1 Variant in a Pediatric Patient with Global Developmental Delay and Refractory Seizures. His collaborative research extends to genetic and metabolic epilepsy in children, finite element analysis of EEG, and deep brain stimulation studies in pediatric epilepsy. His academic influence is reflected through extensive teaching roles, OSCE examinations, and mentorship at the University of Toronto and Queen’s University. He has presented research at prestigious platforms including the American Epilepsy Society (AES) and Canadian League Against Epilepsy (CLAE). His professional profile indicates an h-index of 1, 13 peer-reviewed documents, and over 67 citations, highlighting a growing international impact in neuroscience and pediatric epilepsy research. His contributions, coupled with numerous awards for clinical teaching and excellence, underscore his leadership in advancing the diagnosis and management of childhood neurological disorders.

Profile: Scopus 

Featured Publications

Khadra, M. N., Abdat, W., Alawneh, M., Saymeh, A., Abushama, A., & Alawneh, I. (2025). From initial suspicion to accurate diagnosis: Unmasking rabies in a case of suspected Guillain-Barré syndrome. BMC Pediatrics, 25, 648.

Nicole Matejka | Oncology | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. Nicole Matejka | Oncology | Best Researcher Award

University of the Bundeswehr Munich | Germany

Nicole Matejka is a biophysics researcher specializing in biomedical radiation physics and cellular imaging, with a strong publication record in cancer cell communication via tunneling nanotubes. Her research explores the mechanisms through which glioblastoma cells use nanotube-mediated networks to enhance radiation resistance and tumor progression. She has authored three peer-reviewed papers in Cells, Frontiers in Oncology, and Radiation Oncology, These publications include high-impact studies on α-particle radiation effects and live-cell microscopic characterization of intercellular networks. In total, her document count stands at 3 indexed papers, all as lead or co-author, reflecting a focused and productive research trajectory in cellular biophysics. Her findings have been presented at prestigious conferences, including the International Congress of Radiation Research and the German Society for Medical Physics, where she received multiple awards such as the Radiation Research Society Trainee Travel Award and the European Radiation Research Society Best Poster Award. Through rigorous experimentation and advanced imaging techniques, Matejka’s contributions significantly advance understanding of radiation-induced intercellular communication in cancer biology.

Profile: Orcid 

Featured Publications

Matejka, N., Amarlou, A., Neubauer, J., Rudigkeit, S., & Reindl, J. High-resolution microscopic characterization of tunneling nanotubes in living U87 MG and LN229 glioblastoma cells. Cells, 13(5), 464

Rudigkeit, S., Matejka, N., Sammer, M., Walsh, D. W. M., Dollinger, G., & Reindl, J. Beam optimization of a heavy ion microbeam for targeted irradiation of mitochondria in human cells. Nuclear Instruments and Methods in Physics Research Section B: Beam Interactions with Materials and Atoms, 549, 20–27

Matejka, N., & Reindl, J. Perspectives of cellular communication through tunneling nanotubes in cancer cells and the connection to radiation effects. Radiation Oncology,

Svetlana Soboleva | Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Svetlana Soboleva | Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

Novosibirsk State University | Russia

Dr. Svetlana Soboleva, a Research Scientist at the Institute of Chemical Biology and Fundamental Medicine, Russian Academy of Sciences, has made significant contributions to the study of protein-nucleic interactions and enzymology. Her research focuses on the structural and functional characteristics of human milk lactoferrin, its complexes with other milk proteins, and the formation of highly stable multiprotein complexes from human milk and placenta. With a total of 25 published journal papers in SCI and Scopus-indexed publications and 9 citations, she has demonstrated consistent scholarly output in biochemical and molecular biology research. Her h-index, as reflected in her Scopus profile, highlights the impact and recognition of her scientific work within the global research community. She has completed three research projects with one ongoing, showing a sustained commitment to advancing enzymology and protein research. Additionally, she has contributed to academic literature through a book chapter and participated in international collaborations such as the U.S. Civilian Research & Development Foundation  Postdoctoral Fellowship Program. Her research excellence and international engagement underline her position as a deserving candidate for recognition under the Best Researcher Award category.

Profiles: Scopus | Orcid | Research Gate

Featured Publications

Soboleva, S. E., Maltseva, N. A., Kostrikina, I. A., Dmitrenok, P. S., & Nevinsky, G. A. Metal dependent glycosidases of sea cucumber Eupentacta fraudatrix and their properties.

Tupitsyna, A. V., Grigorieva, A. E., Soboleva, S. E., Maltseva, N. A., Sedykh, S. E., Poletaeva, J., Dmitrenok, P. S., Ryabchikova, E. I., & Nevinsky, G. A.  Isolation of extracellular vesicles of Holothuria (sea cucumber Eupentacta fraudatrix). International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 24(16), 12907.

Zaksas, N. P., Timofeeva, A. M., Dmitrenok, P. S., Soboleva, S. E., & Nevinsky, G. A. Comparison of the content of several elements in seawater, sea cucumber Eupentacta fraudatrix and its high-molecular-mass multiprotein complex. Molecules, 27(6), 1958.

Timofeeva, A. M., Kostrikina, I. A., Dmitrenok, P. S., Soboleva, S. E., & Nevinsky, G. A. Protease and DNase activities of a very stable high-molecular-mass multiprotein complex from sea cucumber Eupentacta fraudatrix. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 23(12), 6677.

Timofeeva, A. M., Kostrikina, I. A., Dmitrenok, P. S., Soboleva, S. E., & Nevinsky, G. A.  Very stable two mega dalton high-molecular-mass multiprotein complex from sea cucumber Eupentacta fraudatrix.

Ljiljana Bogdanovic | Life Science | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ljiljana Bogdanovic | Life Science| Best Researcher Award

University of Belgrade | Serbia

Ljiljana Bogdanovic, MD, PhD, is an associate professor and pathologist specializing in nephropathology at the University of Belgrade. Her research emphasizes the molecular and histopathological mechanisms underlying both malignant and non-malignant kidney diseases, focusing on glomerular disorders, inflammatory and immunological conditions, monoclonal gammopathy of renal significance (MGRS), and the regenerative role of stem cells. She has published 24 articles in indexed journals (Scopus) and authored or co-authored six book chapters across three books. With an h-index of 8 and 162 citations (Scopus), her work demonstrates significant impact in renal pathology research. She has completed five major research projects (one international and four national) and is presently involved in an ongoing national project. Her notable participation in the CAGEKID study (an international IARC-WHO initiative on kidney cancer) highlighted her collaborative scientific leadership. Using gene amplification, sequencing, and polymorphism analysis correlated with immunohistochemical findings, her research has advanced understanding of disease pathogenesis and supported targeted therapeutic approaches. Through strong international and national collaborations, she continues to contribute to the integration of molecular insights into clinical nephropathology, bridging basic and applied research for better diagnostic and therapeutic outcomes.

Profiles: Scopus | Orcid 

Featured Publications

Bogdanovic, L., Vukovic, J., Bogdanovic, J., Babic, I., Micic, D., Medenica, S., & Abazovic, D. (2025, October 9). Stem cells in action: Addressing ischemia-reperfusion injury in acute kidney injury. Molecular Biology Reports.

Bogdanovic, L., Bab, I., Prvanovic, M., Mijac, D., Mladenovic-Markovic, A., Popovic, D., & Bogdanovic, J. (2025, August 5). Uncommon factors leading to nephrotic syndrome. Biomedicines.

Susa, A., Zekovic, M., Davidovic, D., Paunovic, K., Kujundzic, V., Mihajlovic, S., & Bogdanovic, L. (2025, June). From perception to action: Air pollution awareness and behavioral adjustments in pregnant women in Serbia. Healthcare.

Susa, A., Davidovic, D., Nikolic, N., Sljivancanin Jakovljevic, T., Kujundzic, V., Mihajlovic, S., & Bogdanovic, L. (2025, May 28). The role of air pollution exposure and GSTM1-/GSTT1-null genotypes in gestational diabetes mellitus development: A case–control study on gene–environment interactions. Antioxidants.

Medenica, S., Bogdanovic, J., Vekic, J., Vojinovic, T., Babic, I., Bogdanovic, L., Maggio, V., El Tanani, M., & Rizzo, M. (2025, April). Incretin-based therapies and cancer: What’s new? Medicina.