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.

Iwona Polak | Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Iwona Polak | Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn | Poland

Iwona Polak, M.Sc. Eng., is a researcher at the University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Faculty of Biology and Biotechnology, specializing in the molecular biology of parasitic nematodes from the Anisakidae family. Her scientific contributions focus on unraveling the molecular and proteomic mechanisms of Anisakis simplex, a parasite of marine mammals that poses risks to human health. With 11 published journal papers indexed in Scopus and other scientific databases, she has developed a strong academic record supported by 75 citations on ResearchGate and 57 citations on Scopus, reflecting her growing influence in parasitology and molecular biology. Her h-index of 4 demonstrates the consistent impact of her research output within her field. Through advanced transcriptomic and proteomic analyses, particularly using NGS and LC-MS/MS approaches, Polak’s work provides key insights into host–parasite interactions and parasite adaptation mechanisms. She has collaborated internationally with the Marine Research Institute (IIM-CSIC) in Vigo, Spain, in proteomics research. With one ongoing research project and plans to defend her doctoral thesis in biological sciences, she continues to expand her scientific profile and contribute to developing innovative therapeutic and control strategies for anisakiasis.

Featured Publications

Polak, I., et al. (2025). Diversity, expression, and structural modeling of sugar transporters in Anisakis simplex s. s. L3 and L4 larvae: An in vitro and in silico study. BMC Genomics, 26, Article 12068.

Polak, I., et al. (2025). Coupled transcriptome and proteome analysis of L3 and L4 developmental stages of Anisakis simplex s. s.: Insights into target genes under glucose influence. BMC Genomics, 26, Article 12069.

Polak, I., et al. (2024). The response of Anisakis simplex (s. s.) to anthelmintics: Specific changes in xenobiotic metabolic processes. International Journal for Parasitology: Drugs and Drug Resistance, 19, 80–92.

Soumitra Sahana | Metabolomics | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Soumitra Sahana | Metabolomics | Best Researcher Award

Birbhum Pharmacy School | India

Soumitra Sahana is an emerging researcher in pharmacognosy with an impressive academic and professional trajectory. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Birbhum Pharmacy School, he specializes in phytochemical extraction, isolation, molecular docking, MD simulation, and in-vitro assays. His academic background includes a Master of Pharmacy in Pharmacognosy with distinction and a Bachelor of Pharmacy with excellent grades. Soumitra has authored and co-authored several impactful publications across journals such as Functional & Integrative Genomics, Plant Biotechnology Reports, Natural Products and Bioprospecting, and Current Indian Science, with his research contributions earning 304 citations, an h-index of 5, and an i10-index of 4. His projects range from the bioassay-guided fractionation of Ficus religiosa leaves for Alzheimer’s management to developing AI-based biomedical imaging systems for cancer screening. In addition, he has been actively engaged in conferences, workshops, and industrial training, which strengthen his practical expertise in natural product research and pharmaceutical sciences. His skills extend to advanced computational tools such as Maestro, Pymol, PyRx, and Discovery Studio Visualizer, along with proficiency in chromatographic and spectroscopic instrumentation. With a growing publication record and a balanced profile of laboratory and computational expertise, Soumitra Sahana represents a promising researcher bridging traditional pharmacognosy with modern biomedical applications

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Featured Publications

Multi-omics approaches: transforming the landscape of natural product isolation

Roseline Ogundokun | Diagnostics | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Roseline Ogundokun | Diagnostics | Best Researcher Award 

Dr. Roseline Oluwaseun Ogundokun is a Nigerian computer scientist and researcher specializing in artificial intelligence, deep learning, and medical imaging. She serves as a lecturer and researcher at Landmark University and a postdoctoral fellow in South Africa. With dual doctoral degrees, over a hundred academic contributions, and active roles in international mentorship and editorial boards, she is recognized for her commitment to innovation, education, and sustainable development through cutting-edge research.

Dr. Roseline Ogundokun | Redeemer’s University | Nigeria

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Education

Roseline Oluwaseun Ogundokun has pursued an extensive academic journey that reflects her passion for computer science and software engineering. She holds a doctoral degree in Computer Science from the University of Ilorin, Nigeria, and is furthering her expertise with another doctoral degree in Software Engineering at Kaunas University of Technology, Lithuania. She has also earned a master’s degree in Computer Science from the University of Ilorin and a bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems from Covenant University. Her academic development has been enriched through international exposure, including a postdoctoral fellowship at the Tshwane University of Technology in South Africa.

Experience

Roseline has built a distinguished academic and professional career in computer science, blending research, teaching, and mentorship. She serves as a lecturer and researcher at Landmark University, where she has made significant contributions to teaching, curriculum development, and student supervision. Her teaching experience also extends to Thomas Adewumi University and the Nigerian Army College of Education, where she has delivered courses in programming, software engineering, databases, and advanced computing concepts. She began her career as a tutor at Chapel Secondary School, where she taught computer science and mentored young learners. She has consistently advanced knowledge transfer while contributing to the growth and development of institutions she has served.

Awards and Recognition

Her contributions to science and academia have earned her recognition in editorial and professional communities. She serves on the editorial boards of respected journals such as PLOS ONE, Humanities and Social Sciences Communications, and Computers, Materials & Continua. Her role as a reviewer and committee member for international conferences, including IEEE events, highlights her reputation within the global research community. Additionally, her involvement in mentorship initiatives, such as the Empowering Female Minds in STEM program and the Deep Learning Indaba, reflects her commitment to academic excellence, gender empowerment, and capacity building in computer science.

Skills and Expertise

Roseline has developed expertise in programming and advanced computational frameworks. She is proficient in Python and has strong working knowledge of frameworks such as TensorFlow and Keras, which she applies in deep learning and artificial intelligence research. Beyond technical skills, she has demonstrated leadership through administrative roles including curriculum development, quality assurance, and conference organization. She has also excelled in mentoring undergraduate and postgraduate students, guiding them in innovative research projects.

Research Focus 

Her research interests cover a wide spectrum of computer science domains, particularly artificial intelligence, machine learning, deep learning, and data science. She is deeply engaged in applying computer vision and medical imaging techniques to solve real-world problems, especially in the health sector. Her work also extends to image processing, data mining, information security, and the Internet of Medical Things. She has focused on using machine learning and artificial intelligence to create impactful solutions aligned with sustainable development, particularly in healthcare, telecommunications, and industry.

Research Projects

Roseline Oluwaseun Ogundokun has actively contributed to innovative research projects at the intersection of artificial intelligence and healthcare. Her work includes applying machine learning and deep learning models to medical image analysis for early disease detection and diagnosis. She has also developed projects in computer vision, focusing on the recognition and classification of complex image datasets. Beyond healthcare, her projects extend to cybersecurity, data privacy, and intelligent systems that leverage big data for sustainable solutions. She has collaborated with international teams to address pressing challenges in telemedicine, the Internet of Medical Things, and predictive analytics, producing outcomes that support both academic advancement and practical real-world applications.

Publications

IoMT-based wearable body sensors network healthcare monitoring system
Authors: E.A. Adeniyi, R.O. Ogundokun, J.B. Awotunde
Journal: IoT in Healthcare and Ambient Assisted Living

Predictive modelling of COVID-19 confirmed cases in Nigeria
Authors: R.O. Ogundokun, A.F. Lukman, G.B.M. Kibria, J.B. Awotunde, B.B. Aladeitan
Journal: Infectious Disease Modelling

Improved CNN based on batch normalization and adam optimizer
Authors: R.O. Ogundokun, R. Maskeliunas, S. Misra, R. Damaševičius
Journal: International Conference on Computational Science and Its Applications

Application of big data with fintech in financial services
Authors: J.B. Awotunde, E.A. Adeniyi, R.O. Ogundokun, F.E. Ayo
Journal: Fintech with Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, and Blockchain

Medical internet-of-things based breast cancer diagnosis using hyperparameter-optimized neural networks
Authors: R.O. Ogundokun, S. Misra, M. Douglas, R. Damaševičius, R. Maskeliūnas
Journal: Future Internet

Conclusion

Dr. Roseline Oluwaseun Ogundokun stands out as an accomplished researcher whose work bridges advanced computer science with real-world applications in healthcare, data science, and artificial intelligence. Her dual doctoral training, extensive publication record, and international collaborations underscore her global academic impact. Beyond her research, she has demonstrated strong leadership, mentorship, and commitment to sustainable development goals, making her a role model in STEM. With her proven ability to advance innovation and inspire future generations, she is highly deserving of recognition.