Marjo-Riitta Jarvelin | Life Sciences Innovation | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Marjo-Riitta Jarvelin | Life Sciences Innovation | Best Researcher Award

Imperial College London | United Kingdom

Professor Marjo-Riitta Järvelin is an internationally recognized scientist in lifecourse epidemiology, currently serving as Professor and Chair at Imperial College London. Her exceptional contributions span the design and management of the Northern Finland Birth Cohorts (NFBCs), pioneering large-scale longitudinal studies that have shaped global understanding of how prenatal and early-life exposures affect health outcomes across the lifespan. She has authored 1013 publications, many in high-impact journals such as Nature, Science, and NEJM, achieving over 149,230 citations and an h-index greater than 160 (Scopus) with a D-index of 185 (as of May 2025). Ranked 261st in medicine globally and among the top 32 female scientists worldwide, her work has driven groundbreaking discoveries including the role of the FTO gene in obesity, genetic determinants of metabolic and cardiovascular risks, and long-term effects of maternal smoking. Her leadership has been instrumental in EU and NIH-funded projects, advancing novel methodologies like the Bayesian Lifecourse Structural Equation Model (BLSEM). In addition to research excellence, she has supervised 37 PhDs, mentored next-generation scientists, and contributed significantly to translational science and policy. Professor Järvelin’s scholarly impact, global collaborations, and outstanding citation metrics firmly establish her as a leading candidate for the Best Researcher Award

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Featured Publications

Vitamin D Status in Women with a History of Infertility and Decreased Fecundability: A Population-Based Study

Influence of Farm Environment on Asthma during the Life Course: A Population-Based Birth Cohort Study in Northern Finland

25-Hydroxyvitamin D concentration and leukocyte telomere length in young adults: Findings from the Northern Finland birth cohort 1966

Accelerometer-measured physical activity and sedentary time differ according to education level in young adults

Arpad Furka | Pharmacology | Pioneering Scientist Distinction

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Prof. Arpad Furka | Pharmacology | Pioneering Scientist Distinction

Eotvos Lorand University | Hungary

Arpad Furka, born in 1931 in Criscior, Romania, is a distinguished Hungarian organic chemist renowned as the inventor of combinatorial technology, a breakthrough that revolutionized drug discovery by enabling the simultaneous synthesis and screening of billions of organic compounds. After completing his PhD at the University of Szeged in 1959, he pursued a career spanning decades at Eotvos Lorand University, where he became a full professor in 1972. His pioneering contributions in peptide chemistry and split-pool synthesis have had a profound global impact, influencing pharmaceutical research and biomolecular engineering. Furka’s academic influence is reflected in his h-index of 19, with 53 documents and 1,695 citations, signifying the enduring relevance of his work across disciplines. His collaborations with international institutions and industry partners, such as CHINOIN and AdvancedChemTech in the USA, further extended the application of his research. In recognition of his scientific achievements, he has received numerous honors, including the Leonardo da Vinci Excellence Award, the MTA Academic Award, and the prestigious Szechenyi Prize. As Honorary President of the European Society of Combinatorial Sciences, Furka’s legacy continues to inspire innovation, and his extensive body of publications stands as a testament to his role as a visionary in organic and medicinal chemistry.

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Featured Publications

The parallel and combinatorial synthesis and screening in drug discovery

Combinatorial technology revitalized by DNA‐encoding

Relative energy of organic compounds V. structure-energy comparisons

Ali Hossein Ostadzad | Energy | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Ali Hossein Ostadzad | Energy | Best Researcher Award

University of Larestan | Iran

Dr. Ali Hossein Ostadzad is a distinguished researcher in economics and energy studies, with an extensive academic and publication record focusing on renewable energy, economic growth, environmental policy, and system dynamics. According to his Scopus profile (Author ID: 55801987300), he has authored 43 documents, which have collectively received 392 citations, reflecting his active engagement in impactful research. His h-index of 10 demonstrates consistent scholarly influence, with multiple publications being cited widely across related domains. His research spans interdisciplinary areas, including the application of econometric modeling, panel data analysis, neural networks, and genetic algorithms to investigate critical issues such as carbon emissions, energy security, innovation, and sustainable growth. In addition to publishing in high-quality international journals like Renewable Energy, Applied Energy, and The Annals of Regional Science, he has contributed to policy-oriented studies addressing Iran’s energy challenges and global environmental concerns. His academic contributions bridge theory and practice, particularly in integrating renewable energy into sustainable economic frameworks and exploring the dynamic interactions between technology, environment, and economic development. With a growing citation record and diverse research output, Dr. Ostadzad continues to strengthen his profile as a leading scholar in energy economics and sustainable development.

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Featured Publications

Spatial spillover effects of renewable energy transition, innovation, and energy efficiency on carbon emissions in Europe

Mahmoud Pasandidehfard | Aquatic Biology | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Mahmoud Pasandidehfard | Aquatic Biology | Best Researcher Award

Ferdowsi university of Mashhad | Iran

From the CV, Professor Mahmoud Pasandidehfard is a distinguished scholar in fluid mechanics, cavitation, and aerodynamics, currently a professor at Ferdowsi University of Mashhad. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Sydney in 1997 and has since built a prolific academic career with over 38 international journal papers and more than 35 publications in Persian journals. His research contributions span numerical simulations, experimental investigations, and optimization studies in areas such as cavitator design, turbulent flows, projectile aerodynamics, and supercavitation phenomena. According to his Google Scholar profile (as referenced in the CV), his work has achieved a significant academic impact with an h-index of 21, reflecting both productivity and citation influence. He has authored over 110 documents across journals, conferences, and collaborative projects, collectively amassing more than 1,650 citations from peers worldwide. These metrics underscore his strong presence in the international research community. Beyond publications, he has supervised numerous Ph.D. and master’s theses, focusing on advanced computational fluid dynamics, machine learning applications in cavitation, and experimental aerodynamics, thereby training the next generation of researchers. Overall, his scholarly profile demonstrates both breadth and depth in aerospace and mechanical engineering research.

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Featured Publications

Evaluation of generalized k-ω turbulence model in strong separated flow estimation of thrust optimized parabolic nozzle

The Hydrodynamic Challenge of Initial to Sheet/Cloud Cavitating Flow Around ClarkY11.7% Hydrofoil Using Recent Turbulence and Cavitation Models

Selvi P | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Selvi P | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Sona College Of Technology | India

I am a dedicated academic in the field of Computer Science & Engineering with over 16 years of teaching and research experience, currently serving as Associate Professor in the Department of Information Technology at Jayam College of Engineering & Technology, Dharmapuri. I have earned my M.E (CSE) with first-rank distinction (CGPA 8.96) and am pursuing my Ph.D. from Sona College of Technology, affiliated with Anna University. Over the years, I have actively participated in numerous international and national conferences, FDPs, webinars, and workshops, delivered papers on topics such as cloud computing, AI, IoT, data analytics and published peer-reviewed works including conference proceedings and journal articles. My Google Scholar profile reflects, demonstrating both productivity and impact in my research contributions. My work on “Wireless Sensor Networks-based Anomaly Detection Using SVM-RFE-MRMR”, face authentication through eye blinking, and secure image sharing in cloud environments exemplify my commitment to advancing both theoretical and applied dimensions. I continuously engage in professional development and research supervision, aiming to contribute to educational innovation, nurture future scholars, and broaden the boundaries of knowledge while maintaining high standards of teaching, mentoring, and scholarly integrity.

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Featured Publications

Wireless sensor network based anomaly detection using SVM-RFE-MRMR

A hybrid ECC-AES encryption framework for secure and efficient cloud-based data protection

Wireless Based Network Dynamic Handover Decision Analysis Using Convolution Enhanced Evolving Attention Network

 

Matteo Testi | AI in Life Science Research | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Matteo Testi | AI in Life Science Research | Best Researcher Award

AIVB|Italy

Matteo Testi, CEO & Founder of Deep Learning Italia and Artificial Intelligence Venture Builder (AIVB), is not only a leader in the Italian AI & edtech scene but also an active researcher with quantifiable academic impact. According to his Google Scholar profile, he has an 19, indicating that 19 of his publications have each been cited at least 19 times. Google Scholar His body of work comprises 33 documents listed on his Scholar profile—these include peer-reviewed articles, conference papers, and technical reports. Google Scholar His total citation count, summing across these works, is 1,666 citations as of now. Google Scholar These metrics reflect a solid research footprint, especially considering that Matteo’s primary role is entrepreneurial and educational leadership. His research interests include machine learning, deep learning, and MLOps, and he has authored works such as “MLOps: A Taxonomy and a Methodology”, which notably has been cited over 100 times. ResearchGate Combined with his roles at Deep Learning Italia since 2018, and more recently at AIVB since 2024, these numbers underscore both his academic credibility and his influence in translating AI research into education, business strategy, and applied technology.

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Featured Publications

MLOps: A taxonomy and a methodology

FetalMLOps: operationalizing machine learning models for standard fetal ultrasound plane classification

Enhancing Cell Counting through MLOps: A Structured Approach for Automated Cell Analysis

Enhancing Cell Counting through MLOps: A Structured Approach for Automated Cell Analysis

Hussan | Life Sciences Innovation | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Hussan | Life Sciences Innovation | Best Researcher Award

Mohi-Uddin Islamic University | Pakistan

Dr. Hussan-ibne-Shoukani is an accomplished biomedical researcher focused on synthesis and functionalization of novel materials, nano-biosensors, delivery systems, and their interactions with biological molecules such as enzymes, proteins, and DNA. As Assistant Professor and Head of the Department of Medical Laboratory Technology, he has overseen significant research and industrial collaborations. He has contributed to N peer-reviewed publications. His work spans in vitro and in vivo studies, from laboratory to preclinical stages, including development of nanocarrier systems for therapeutic and diagnostic applications. He has led multiple inter-institutional projects involving material characterization with leading national agencies (NIH, NCP, SUPARCO), and has experience in translating laboratory findings into industrial products. His strong background in both the technical and managerial aspects of medical laboratory science enriches his research outputs. Dr. Hussan combines deep expertise in material sciences with biomedical applications, and has demonstrated proficiency in project leadership, publication, and collaboration — factors making him a standout candidate for recognition among peers in the biomedical and life sciences community.

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Featured Publications

Ciprofloxacin loaded PEG coated ZnO nanoparticles with enhanced antibacterial and wound healing effects

Chemically synthesized ciprofloxacin-PEG-FeO nanotherapeutic exhibits strong antibacterial and controlled cytotoxic effects

Rh Alloantibodies in Rh D negative blood group pregnant women-A regional transfusion centre study

Arantza Rico | Life Science Education | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Arantza Rico | Life Science Education | Best Researcher Award

University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU) | Spain

Arantza Rico Martínez (ORCID 0000-0002-4008-5569), an associate professor in the Department of Mathematics Education, Experimental and Social Sciences at the University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU), has made substantial contributions in areas including science education, sustainability, STEM education, and molecular plant-microbe interactions. Since her appointment in 2012 at the Faculty of Education and Sport in Vitoria-Gasteiz, she has published 28 peer-reviewed journal articles, 18 book chapters, and participated in 32 research, teaching innovation and transfer projects, acting as Principal Investigator in seven such projects. Her earlier training is in Agricultural Engineering (1997) and a PhD in Agrarian Production (2003), followed by post-doctoral work in Plant Sciences at Oxford. According to her Scopus profile (Scopus Author ID: 7007016762), Arantza Rico has authored approximately 60-75 documents (articles, chapters etc.), which have together accrued around 600-700 citations, leading to an h-index of about 15. Her research includes designing Teaching-Learning Sequences via design-based research, investigating key ideas in biology and physics (e.g. biodiversity, microbiology), and integrating sustainability and STEM competencies into education degrees. She is also active in networks and outreach, coordinating the Ecodidactic Garden of the Álava Campus, working with the Basque Wikipedians, and participating in large-scale teacher training and curriculum innovation efforts.

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Featured Publications

Learning About Sound in Initial Teacher Training: Evaluation and Redesign of a Teaching-Learning Sequence

Completing the progression establishing an international baseline of primary, middle and secondary students’ views of scientific inquiry

Oludele Solaja | Environmental Toxicology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Oludele Solaja | Environmental Toxicology | Best Researcher Award

Olabisi Onabanjo University | Nigeria

Dr. Oludele Mayowa Solaja is a Lecturer I in the Department of Sociology at Olabisi Onabanjo University whose scholarly work spans environmental sociology, development, and sustainable practices. According to Google Scholar, he has 512 citations and an h-index of 12, reflecting that at least 12 of his papers have been cited 12 or more times. He has published on diverse topics including green practices in manufacturing, plastic waste pollution management, urbanization, and the sociological impacts of climate change and public health risk. His body of work includes both empirical and theoretical studies, addressing environmental governance, political economy, community behaviors, and policy implications in Nigeria. Solaja’s work is not only interdisciplinary in content—touching on sociology, political science, environmental studies, and public health—but also engaged with real-world issues through completed and ongoing research (for example, plastic bottle waste bricks, climate injustice for displaced women and children, and links between plastic pollution and cholera outbreaks). His academic contributions are supplemented by active roles in departmental administration, student supervision, and membership in international associations, reflecting both research productivity and service. The citation count and h-index underscore his growing impact in both Nigerian and international scholarly communities.

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Featured Publications

Exploring the Acceptability and Cost-Effectiveness of Plastic Bottle Waste Bricks in Nigeria’s Construction Sector: A Stakeholder Perspective

Aisha Kanwal | Life Science Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Aisha Kanwal | Life Science Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Aisha Kanwal is a Postdoctoral Researcher at Zhejiang University, China, and an R&D Engineer at Zhejiang Expo New Material Co. Ltd. She earned her PhD in Inorganic Chemistry from Shaanxi Normal University, where she specialized in carbon dots, nanoclusters, and nanozymes for biosensing and therapeutic use. Her current research focuses on piezoelectric ceramic–polymer composites and multifunctional nanofiber membranes for robotics, wearable electronics, and smart sensing. With contributions to high-impact journals, book chapters, and patents, she is recognized as an emerging researcher bridging academic excellence with industrial innovation.

Dr. Aisha Kanwal | Zhejiang University | China

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Education

Aisha Kanwal holds a PhD in Inorganic Chemistry from Shaanxi Normal University, where her doctoral work focused on the synthesis and application of fluorescent carbon dots, nanoparticles, and nanoclusters with particular emphasis on nanozymes for biosensing and therapeutic applications. She also earned a master’s degree in biotechnology with specialization in health sciences from the International Islamic University, Islamabad, and completed her undergraduate studies in medical laboratory technology at the Armed Forces Post Graduate Medical Institute under the University of Health Sciences, Lahore. Her academic path reflects a strong foundation in chemistry, biotechnology, and biomedical sciences, supported by extensive laboratory training and collaborative research

Experience

She is currently serving as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the College of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Zhejiang University, China, while simultaneously working as an R&D Engineer with Zhejiang Expo New Material Co. Ltd. in Wenzhou, China. Her professional journey includes several years as a medical laboratory technologist and laboratory manager in leading hospitals and diagnostic centers in Pakistan, where she developed expertise in microbiology, hematology, pathology, and immunology. She has also led consultancy and academic–industry collaborative projects, contributing to both applied and fundamental research in materials and biomedical sciences

Awards and Recognition

Aisha Kanwal has received recognition for her impactful publications, including a certificate of appreciation for one of her review articles being ranked among the most cited in her field. She has also contributed to books and patents, one of which involves the invention of a sulfhydryl-modified cyan fluorescent carbon quantum dot for rapid arsenic detection in water. Her scientific contributions highlight her role as a young researcher whose work bridges innovation with practical applications.

Skills and Expertise

Her skills span advanced synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials, functionalization of surfaces, fabrication of electrospun nanofibers, and the development of delivery systems, biosensors, and smart materials. She is adept at in-vitro and in-vivo experimental methods, materials characterization techniques, and cross-disciplinary collaborations. She has a strong background in academic writing, grant development, and industrial project execution, showcasing her versatility in both academic and applied research environments.

Research Focus 

Her research is centered on nanozymes, nanoclusters, and carbon-based nanomaterials for biosensing, antibacterial applications, and therapeutic solutions. More recently, she has shifted her focus to piezoelectric ceramic–polymer composites developed through electrospinning for use in robotics, wearable electronics, and smart sensing devices. This transition reflects her vision of combining chemistry, materials science, and engineering to advance next-generation technologies. She continues to work on multifunctional nanofiber membranes designed for thermal regulation, breathability, and tactile sensing, aiming to create innovative solutions for both biomedical and industrial applications.

Research Projects

Aisha Kanwal has completed several impactful research projects in the field of nanomaterials and biosensing. Her completed projects include the hemoglobin-promoted growth of polyhedral gold nanoparticles for detecting glucose, hydrogen peroxide, and ascorbic acid, as well as the hemoglobin-mediated synthesis of iron-hybridized gold nanoclusters for colorimetric biosensing and antibacterial wound therapy. Currently, she is leading a project on electrospun multifunctional nanofiber membranes, designed for thermal regulation, moisture management, breathability, and tactile sensing. This ongoing work demonstrates her commitment to developing advanced nanomaterials that combine fundamental science with real-world applications in healthcare and technology.

Publications

Recent advances in green carbon dots (2015–2022): synthesis, metal ion sensing, and biological applications
Authors: A. Kanwal, N. Bibi, S. Hyder, A. Muhammad, H. Ren, J. Liu, Z. Lei
Journal: Beilstein Journal of Nanotechnology

Hemoglobin-Promoted Growth of Polyhedral Gold Nanoparticles for the Detection of Glucose, H2O2, and Ascorbic Acid
Authors: A. Kanwal, B. Saif, A. Muhammad, W. Liu, J. Liu, H. Ren, P. Yang, Z. Lei
Journal: ACS Applied Nano Materials

Nanomaterials in water purification/desalination
Authors: N. Bibi, R.A. Qazi, A. Kanwal, N. Jamila, R. Khattak, W.H.Z. Wasil
Journal: Handbook of Nanomaterials, Biomedicine, Environment, Food, and Agriculture

Highly selective adsorption of rhenium by amyloid-like protein material
Authors: P.Y. Arif Muhammad, Q. Yang, A. Kanwal, J. Zhao, M. Nawaz, H. Ren
Journal: Science China Technological Sciences

Developments on Monovalent Anion-Selective Membranes (MASMs): A Mini-review of Our Recent Contributions
Authors: N. Bibi, H.U. Rehman, K. Khan, A. Kanwal, R. Gul, K. Ali
Journal: Journal of Membrane Science & Technology

Conclusion

Through her pioneering research, Aisha Kanwal is making significant contributions to the fields of nanotechnology, biosensing, and smart materials. Her ability to transition seamlessly between academic research and industrial applications reflects her versatility and innovation as a scientist. By developing solutions that address both biomedical challenges and technological demands, she exemplifies the qualities of a forward-looking researcher whose work holds great promise for the future of science and engineering.