Somanatha Jena | Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Somanatha Jena | Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Trident Academy of Creative Technology | India

Dr. Somanatha Jena is a highly accomplished researcher in plant biotechnology with a strong record of publications, patents, and academic leadership. His research focuses on plant genetic engineering, plant–microbe interactions, and the development of bioactive compounds with antidiabetic and antioxidative properties. With an h-index of 6, 38 documents, and over 168 citations, his scholarly influence is recognized across international platforms. He has authored multiple papers in reputed journals such as Current Science, Physiologia Plantarum, and Plant Cell, Tissue and Organ Culture (Springer Nature), demonstrating consistent contributions to sustainable agriculture and medicinal plant biotechnology. Dr. Jena’s innovations are further reflected in two Indian patent publications (2025), emphasizing his translational research capabilities. His academic career spans over a decade, serving as an Assistant Professor at the Trident Academy of Creative Technology and previously as Research Associate at ICAR-NRRI, Cuttack. He has guided 58 students through B.Sc. and M.Sc. dissertations and coordinated national workshops supported by DST-SERB. His research impact, reflected in publication quality, citation strength, and interdisciplinary reach, positions him as a promising leader in biotechnological innovations aimed at improving crop resilience, health-promoting natural products, and environmental sustainability.

Featured Publications

Priyadarshini, S., Sulava, S., Bhol, R., & Jena, S. (2019). Green synthesis of silver nanoparticles using Azadirachta indica and Ocimum sanctum leaf extract: Optimization of the process and anti-microbial activity against bacterial pathogens causing urinary tract infections. Current Science, 117(8), 1300–1307.

Sarangi, A., Jena, S., Sarangi, A. K., & Swain, B. (2013). Anti-diabetic effects of Withania somnifera root and leaf extracts on streptozotocin induced diabetic rats. Journal of Cell and Tissue Research, 13(1), 3597–3601.

Panda, A., Jena, S., Sahu, P. K., Nayak, S., & Padhi, P. (2013). Effect of polyherbal mixtures on the treatment of diabetes. International Scholarly Research Notices, 2013(1), 934797.

Sahu, L., Jena, S., Swain, S. S., Sahoo, S., & Chand, P. K. (2013). Agrobacterium rhizogenes-mediated transformation of a multi-medicinal herb, Boerhaavia diffusa L.: Optimization of the process and anti-microbial activity against bacterial pathogens causing urinary tract infections. Frontiers in Life Science, 7(3–4), 197–209.

Das, B. C., Panda, A., Sahoo, P. K., Jena, S., & Padhi, P. (2014). Effect of chromium (VI) on wheat seedlings and the role of chelating agents. Current Science, 106(10), 1387–1393.

Huan Zhou | Cardiovascular Research | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Huan Zhou | Cardiovascular Research | Best Researcher Award

Communication University of Shanxi | China

Dr. Huan Zhou, Lecturer in Environmental Design at the Communication University of Shanxi, demonstrates an impressive research trajectory grounded in atmospheric environmental science and public health. With a Ph.D. from Shanxi University (2020) and postdoctoral experience in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Dr. Zhou has established a robust publication record, including studies in reputed journals such as Atmosphere, Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety, and Atmospheric Pollution Research. Her research focuses on the synergistic effects of PM2.5, O₃, and temperature variability on human mortality, reflecting deep interdisciplinary insight. She has authored and co-authored around 6 documents, accumulating over 84 citations, which translates to an h-index of 5, underscoring both productivity and scholarly impact. Dr. Zhou has led multiple funded projects, such as the Shanxi Basic Research Program and the “1331 Project,” contributing significantly to environmental health and data-driven decision-making. Her ongoing research integrates environmental analytics with smart health data modeling, marking a forward-looking approach to sustainable urban living. Overall, her academic contributions and citation performance reflect a growing global influence in environmental toxicology and public health analytics, affirming her position as a promising researcher in environmental and life science domains.

Featured Publications

Zhou, H., Geng, H., Tian, J., Wu, L., Zhang, Z., & Zhang, D. (2025). Synergistic effects of ambient PM2.5 and O3 with natural temperature variability on non-accidental and cardiovascular mortality: A historical time series analysis in urban Taiyuan, China. Atmosphere, 16(5), 971

Banashree Bondhopadhyay | Oncology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Banashree Bondhopadhyay | Oncology | Best Researcher Award

Amity University Uttar Pradesh, Noida | India

Dr. Banashree Bondhopadhyay is a distinguished biomedical researcher and Assistant Professor at Amity University, Noida, with a notable record of scientific productivity and impact in cancer biology and medical biotechnology. Her scholarly achievements include an h-index of 14, reflecting the consistent influence of her work across diverse biomedical domains, and a total citation count of 627 (overall) with 314 citations since 2020, according to her Google Scholar profile. She has contributed to over 80 peer-reviewed documents, encompassing high-impact journal papers, book chapters, and conference proceedings. Her research primarily focuses on molecular oncology, translational immunology, and nanotherapeutics, emphasizing pathways such as PI3K and OBSCN in breast cancer progression. Dr. Bondhopadhyay’s collaborative publications in prestigious journals including Cancers, Scientific Reports, and Tumor Biology underscore her global research engagement. In addition to publications, she has received several honors, including the Shri K.N. Narasimhiah Young Scientist Award (2025) and multiple Best Oral Presentation Awards. She is also a reviewer for international journals and an active member of several scientific societies. Her innovative approach combining molecular biology with computational modeling continues to contribute significantly to precision oncology and next-generation therapeutic design.

Featured Publications

Bondhopadhyay, B., Aggarwal, N., Chourasia, M., Sisodiya, S., & Hussain, S. (2025). Levonorgestrel-induced modulation of triple negative breast cancer proliferation via glucocorticoid receptor. 3 Biotech.

Gupta, S., Haque, Y., & Bondhopadhyay, B. (2025). Role of reactive oxygen species in cellular signalling: Insights into pathological processes and therapeutic strategies. In The Role of Reactive Oxygen Species in Human Health and Disease

Bondhopadhyay, B., Urs, T. J., Gupta, S., & Ruchika. (2025). Nano-engineered therapies for breast cancer: A new paradigm to overcome multidrug resistance. In Innovations and Applications of Advanced Biomaterials in Healthcare and Engineering

Epiphane Guiatin | Conservation Science | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Epiphane Guiatin | Conservation Science | Best Researcher Award

University Joseph KI-ZERBO | Burkina Faso

Epiphane Guiatin is an emerging researcher specializing in tropical plant biodiversity, soil fertility management, and agroforestry systems. He is currently pursuing a PhD at the University Joseph KI-ZERBO, Burkina Faso, focusing on sustainable agricultural practices and the role of fertilizer trees in improving soil and crop productivity. His academic background includes a Master’s degree in Tropical Plant Biodiversity (2019–2022) and an Agronomic Engineering degree (2013–2016). Guiatin has contributed significantly to applied agricultural research through his involvement with the Institute of Environment and Agricultural Research (INERA), where he served as a coordination assistant on research and development projects. His scientific output includes two major research theses on soil amendment and crop yield optimization in the Sudanian zone of Burkina Faso. As of 2025, he has authored 2 scientific documents, with a growing scholarly impact reflected by 10 citations and an h-index of 2, according to Google Scholar metrics. His ongoing doctoral research and previous work on multivariate statistical analysis and agroforestry fertilization practices highlight his commitment to advancing sustainable agricultural systems in West Africa through scientific innovation and practical application.

Featured Publications

Guiatin, E. (2025). Comparative analysis of common and specific driving factors of forest ecosystem dynamics in West Africa. Discover Forests.

Guiatin, E. (2025). Analyse critique de la dynamique spatio-temporelle des écosystèmes forestiers au Burkina Faso (Afrique de l’Ouest): tendances, facteurs et enjeux pour la conservation de la biodiversité (une revue). Revue Ecosystèmes et Paysages.

Soumia Benkou | AI in Life Science Research | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. Soumia Benkou | AI in Life Science Research | Best Researcher Award

Ibnou Zohr University | Morocco

Dr. Soumia Benkou is an accomplished Data Scientist and cybersecurity researcher with a strong academic foundation and professional experience in mathematics, machine learning, and blockchain-based E-health systems. Her current Ph.D. research at Ibnou Zohr University focuses on advanced Cloud Computing models and Blockchain architectures for healthcare data security and integrity. Over the years, she has authored and co-authored 9 research documents in reputed journals and international conferences, gaining significant scholarly recognition. Her impactful work on “Healthcare Blockchain Data Integrity Schemes Verification on Storage Cloud” and “E-health Blockchain: Conception of a New Smart Healthcare Architecture” demonstrates innovative integration of deep reinforcement learning with data integrity mechanisms. Dr. Benkou’s contributions have earned more than 120 citations across various indexed platforms, reflecting the growing influence of her research in the domains of data science, cryptography, and E-health innovation. With an h-index of 6, her research excellence highlights consistent productivity and influence within her field. Her work continues to pave the way for intelligent healthcare systems built on trust, transparency, and advanced analytics—making her a leading candidate for recognition in the realm of Life Science and Computing Research Awards.

Featured Publications

Benkou, S., Asimi, A., & Mbarek, L. (2023). E-Health Blockchain: Conception of a new smart healthcare architecture based on deep reinforcement learning. In The International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Smart Environments (ICAISE 2023).

Benkou, S., & Asimi, A. (2023). Artificial Intelligence and Smart Environment: ICAISE’2022 635, 282. In Proceedings of the International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Smart Environments (ICAISE 2022).

Benkou, S., & Asimi, A. (2025). DCMHTS: A deep clustering model for healthcare based on trigger service. Network Modeling Analysis in Health Informatics and Bioinformatics, 14(1), 1–18.

Benkou, S., & Asimi, A. (2025). A new perspective on E-health perforated blockchain. In Recent Advances in Internet of Things Security (p. 56).

Ait El Mouden, R., Asimi, A., & Benkou, S. (2025). A multi-objective optimization problem. In Intersection of Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and Cutting-Edge Technologies.

Mingming Cui | Life Pandemic | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Mingming Cui | Life Pandemic | Best Researcher Award

Capital Medical University | China

Dr. Mingming Cui, Assistant Research Fellow at the Capital Center for Children’s Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing, is an accomplished public health researcher specializing in child eye health, myopia prevention, and early childhood development. With a Master’s degree in Epidemiology and Health Statistics from Jilin University, she has accumulated over 15 years of research experience and has published 8 papers in SCI/Scopus-indexed journals such as BMC Ophthalmology, Frontiers in Public Health, and Scientific Reports. Her scholarly impact is reflected in 79 citations across indexed databases, supported by an h-index of 6 and a total of 14 documents, highlighting the relevance of her work in pediatric epidemiology. Dr. Cui has also contributed to six consultancy projects focused on child eye health and has two patents related to myopia intervention. Her international collaborations, including a multi-country COVID-19 physical-activity study, demonstrate her ability to integrate public health and vision science globally. Through her evidence-based research and outreach, she has advanced understanding of childhood myopia etiology and prevention, earning recognition such as the Excellence Award (2022) from the Society of Child Health Care, China, for her video “Myopia Prevention and Control: Start Early.”

Featured Publications

Cui, M., Zhou, Y., Shaoli, L., Junting, L., Fangfang, C., Xinnan, Z., Yuting, G., Tao, Y., & Hao, Z. (2025, October 9). Prevalence and associated factors of myopia and axial length-related visual impairment in children and adolescents aged 4–18 years. Scientific Reports. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-18400-4

Cui, M., Zhongxin, Z., Yuting, G., Xinnan, Z., Shaoli, L., Junting, L., Fangfang, C., Zhou, Y., Tao, Y., & Yanyu, L. (2025, April 10). Research on the predictive performance of using ROC curve to evaluate axial length for myopia in children and adolescents. BMC Ophthalmology. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12886-025-04017-8

Cui, M., Wang, X., Lu, Z., Okely, A. D., Kariippanon, K., Taylor, E. K., Zhang, T., & Guan, H. (2024, September 5). Preschool-aged children 24-hour movement behaviours before and during COVID-19. Sports Medicine and Health Science. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.smhs.2024.09.001

Zhang, H., Cui, M., Jie, Y., Chen, T., Kang, M., Bai, W., Wang, B., & Wang, Y. (2024, May 11). Efficacy of repeated low-level red-light therapy in the prevention and control of myopia in children. Photodiagnosis and Photodynamic Therapy. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pdpdt.2024.104216

Lyu, Y., Cui, M., Zhang, L., Zheng, G., Zuo, H., Xiu, Q., & Shah, P. S. (2024, March 11). Pre-pregnancy body mass index, gestational diabetes mellitus, and gestational weight gain: Individual and combined effects on fetal growth. Frontiers in Public Health

Yasser Alraey | Infectious Diseases | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Yasser Alraey | Infectious Diseases | Best Researcher Award

king Khalid university | Saudi Arabia

Dr. Yasser Alraey is a distinguished senior microbiologist and assistant professor of tropical medicine with over 16 years of laboratory‐based and academic experience. He has developed deep expertise in molecular diagnostics, vector-borne diseases, metagenomics, epidemiology, parasites and vectors, quality management, and lab leadership. His roles have spanned from medical lab technologist to head of flow cytometry and histopathology labs, through to his current clinical duties and academic leadership at King Khalid University and in senior specialist laboratory roles in Abha. Holding a PhD from the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, along with MSc and BSc qualifications, he also earned a Clinical Laboratory Leadership & Management Certificate from AACC. Dr. Alraey has supervised and taught extensively, contributed to departmental administration, and managed multiple research projects including work on cutaneous leishmaniasis, molecular detection in stray animals, COVID-19 diagnostics, and antimicrobial resistance. He has published a substantial body of work in peer-reviewed journals, Include Scopus with 37 documents and 467 citations to his name, giving him an h-index of 12, reflecting his wide impact in tropical medicine and molecular microbiology. He is a motivational leader, methodical multitasker, and an inspiring communicator committed to high quality in laboratory services and education.

Featured Publications

Alraey, Y., Alshahrani, A., Alshahrani, T. S. M., Al Draim, N. H. A., Sumayli, A. A., Mana, A. M., Alqahtani, A. A., AlAbdullah, M. S., Mjrashi, A. M., Alqhtani, S. J., et al. (2025). Unveiling risk factors and sandfly ecology in cutaneous leishmaniasis-endemic areas of the Asir Region, Saudi Arabia. Journal of Infection and Public Health. Advance online publication.

Bharadava, K., Upadhyay, T. K., Kaushal, R. S., Ahmad, I., Alraey, Y., Siddiqui, S., & Saeed, M. (2024). Genomic insight of Leishmania parasite: In-depth review of drug resistance mechanisms and genetic mutations. ACS Omega, 9(1), Article e3C09400.

Al Shahrani, M., Gahtani, R., Abohassan, M., Alshahrani, M., Alraey, Y., Dera, A., Asiri, M. R., & Rajagopalan, P. (2024). High-throughput computational screening and in vitro evaluation identifies 5-(4-oxo-4H-3,1-benzoxazin-2-yl)-2-[3-(4-oxo-4H-3,1-benzoxazin-2-yl) phenyl]-1H-isoindole-1,3(2H)-dione (C3), as a novel EGFR-HER2 dual inhibitor in gastric tumors. Oncology Research, 32(1), Article 043139.

Siddique, S., Chaudhry, M. N., Ahmad, S. R., Nazir, R., Javed, R., Hafeez, M. R., Alraey, Y., Sivasamugham, L. A., & Mahmood, A. (2024). Risk surveillance with spatial distribution of organochlorine pesticides (OCPs) from sedimentary samples of Chenab River. Science of the Total Environment, 924, 169256. x

Bajwa, A., Sadef, Y., Nazir, R., Zaheer, M., Siddique, S., Alismail, H. A., Sivasamugham, L. A., & Mahmood, A. (2024, December). Integrated risk assessment and human health hazards via dietary intake of OCPs from cereal crops cultivated across river Chenab. Emerging Contaminants.

Amer Hayat | Pharmacology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Amer Hayat | Pharmacology | Best Researcher Award

Universiti Sains Malaysia | Malaysia

Dr. Amer Hayat Khan, currently serving as a Senior Lecturer at the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, is an accomplished researcher with an outstanding academic and scientific profile. According to his Google Scholar and Scopus research metrics, Dr. Khan has authored over 240 scientific documents, contributing significantly to areas such as infectious diseases, antibiotic stewardship, nephrology, tuberculosis management, and clinical pharmacy practice. His research excellence is reflected in his h-index of 28 and a total of more than 2638citations, demonstrating his global scholarly influence and consistent impact across multidisciplinary pharmaceutical and biomedical fields. Dr. Khan’s publications appear in prestigious journals, including Frontiers in Pharmacology, BMC Infectious Diseases, PLoS ONE, and Expert Review of Anti-Infective Therapy, emphasizing his commitment to advancing patient-centered clinical research. His work integrates translational outcomes and evidence-based healthcare innovation, shaping regional and international research collaborations. Dr. Amer Hayat Khan’s profile embodies research leadership and mentorship excellence, making him a valuable contributor to global scientific progress.

Featured Publications

Abubakar, U., Subramaniam, L., & Khan, A. H. (2025). Knowledge, attitude, perception, and self-reported confidence of community pharmacists towards pharmacogenomics services. Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice.

Said, M. S., Fatima, R., Ahmad, R., Al Rawi, M. B. A., Jan, F., Faisal, S., Khan, I., & Khan, A. H. (2025). Evaluation of social and clinical factors associated with adverse drug reactions among children with drug-resistant tuberculosis in Pakistan. Tropical Medicine and Infectious Disease, 10(7), 176.

 Said, M. S., Fatima, R., Ooi, G. S., Khan, A., Al-Rawi, M. B. A., Khan, I., & Khan, A. H. (2025). Incidence, management and factors affecting unsuccessful treatment outcomes in pediatric multidrug-resistant tuberculosis patients: A cross-sectional retrospective study in Pakistan. Infectious Microbes and Diseases, 5(2), e182.

 Al-Rawi, M., Khan, A., & Sheikh Ghadzi, S. M. (2025). The severity of COVID-19 among chronic disease patients in the selected hospitals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – A retrospective study [Corrigendum]. Risk Management and Healthcare Policy, 18, 85–87.

Mustafa, Z. U., Khan, A. H., Salman, M., Harun, S. N., Meyer, J. C., & Godman, B. (2024). Assessment of rational antibiotic use among children being treated in primary care facilities in Punjab, Pakistan: Findings and implications. Drugs & Therapy Perspectives, 40(1), 23–30

Kandukuri Kumaraswamy | Statistics | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Kandukuri Kumaraswamy | Statistics | Best Researcher Award

University College of Science | India

Dr. Kumaraswamy Kandukuri, a dedicated academician and researcher in the field of Statistics, has established a strong research profile with a total of 14 published papers in reputed national and international journals, including UGC CARE, Springer, and Scopus-indexed publications. His research contributions span stochastic models, consumer behavior theory, environmental statistics, and climate change analysis. His scholarly impact is reflected through an h-index of 6, with 105 total citations and 14 indexed documents listed on Google Scholar. He earned his Ph.D. in Statistics from Osmania University (2021) and currently serves as a Degree Lecturer in Statistics at MJPTBCWREIS, Telangana. Dr. Kandukuri’s academic foundation includes postgraduate degrees in both Statistics and Management, and he has cleared prestigious eligibility tests such as UGC-NET and SET (TS & AP). With his interdisciplinary expertise combining statistical modeling and applied research, he continues to contribute to advancements in data-driven social and environmental studies.

Featured Publications

Kumaraswamy, K. (2024). Stochastic process approaches for modeling of games. Games and Culture.

Kandukuri, K., & Bhatracharyulu, N. C. (2023). New method of precipitation forecast model and validation. Mausam, 74(4), 1065–1072.

Kumaraswamy, K., & Bhatracharyulu, N. C. (2023). Statistical brand switching model: A Hidden Markov approach. OPSEARCH, 60, 942–950.

Kandukuri, K., & Bhatracharyulu, N. C. (2023). Statistical model for brand loyalty and switching. Statistics and Applications, 21(1), 1–9

Andrea Smidler | Gene Editing | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Andrea Smidler | Gene Editing | Best Researcher Award

University of California San Diego | United States

Dr. Andrea L. Smidler is an accomplished molecular entomologist and genetic engineer whose research focuses on innovative CRISPR-based tools for vector control, particularly in Anopheles gambiae, the primary malaria vector. According to her Scopus profile (Author ID: 36626227000), she has published 18 scientific documents, achieving an impressive h-index of 14 and accumulating over 2008 citations, reflecting her growing influence in genetic biocontrol research. Her recent high-impact works include “Engineering gene drive docking sites in a haplolethal locus in Anopheles gambiae” (Scientific Reports, 2025), “CRISPR technologies for the control and study of malaria-transmitting Anopheline mosquitoes” (Parasites and Vectors, 2025), and “Eliminating malaria vectors with precision guided sterile males” (PNAS, 2024). Through collaborations with leading scientists such as Omar Akbari, George Church, and Flaminia Catteruccia, Dr. Smidler has advanced CRISPR-mediated gene drive and sterilization systems that aim to eradicate malaria at its source. Her consistent publication record across top-tier journals—including Science, PNAS, and Cell—and her citation metrics underscore her pioneering contributions to synthetic biology, public health genetics, and entomological engineering. Dr. Smidler continues to be a key innovator in developing genetic solutions for vector-borne disease elimination.

Featured Publications

Smidler, A., Abernathy, D., Marrogi, E., Mameli, E., Akbari, O., Church, G., Esvelt, K., & Catteruccia, F. (2025, October 8). Engineering gene drive docking sites in a haplolethal locus in Anopheles gambiae. Scientific Reports.

Smidler, A., & Akbari, O. (2025, July 3). CRISPR technologies for the control and study of malaria-transmitting Anopheline mosquitoes. Parasites and Vectors.

Gendron, W. A. C., Raban, R., Mondal, A., Sánchez, C. H. M., Smidler, A., Zilberman, D., Ilboudo, P. G., D’Alessandro, U., Marshall, J. M., & Akbari, O. S. (2025, July 18). Evaluating the cost of malaria elimination by Anopheles gambiae precision guided SIT in the Upper River region, The Gambia. PLOS Global Public Health.

Smidler, A., Apte, R., Pai, J., Chow, M., Chen, S., Antoshechkin, I., & Akbari, O. (2024, June 25). Eliminating malaria vectors with precision guided sterile males. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS).

Smidler, A., Marrogi, E., Kauffman, J., Paton, D., Westervelt, K., Church, G., Esvelt, K., Shaw, W., & Catteruccia, F. (2024, February 19). CRISPR-mediated germline knockouts for genetic sterilization of male Anopheles gambiae. Scientific Reports.