Valentina Mihaylova | Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. Valentina Mihaylova | Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

Medical University-Plovdiv | Bulgaria

Mrs. Valentina Mihaylova is a dedicated researcher and specialist in medical chemistry with a strong focus on cellular metabolism, mitochondrial function, oxidative stress, and autoimmune diseases. With an h-index of 2, she has authored five scientific publications, which have collectively garnered 14 citations, reflecting her growing impact in medical biology and clinical research. Her work encompasses the study of markers of oxidative stress and insulin resistance in chronic autoimmune Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, cellular metabolic profiling in children with autism spectrum disorders, and the evaluation of therapeutic effects in rheumatoid arthritis through mitochondrial function and bioenergetic metabolism. Mrs. Mihaylova’s research also explores intestinal permeability, systemic inflammation, and the pharmacological effects of treatments such as methotrexate and JAK inhibitors on mitochondrial function and oxidative stress. She has actively contributed to numerous national and international conferences, presenting pioneering findings on the role of mitochondria, autophagy, and inflammation in autoimmune and rheumatologic conditions. Her academic and professional trajectory, spanning positions from clinical chemist to Master of Medical Chemistry at the Medical University of Plovdiv, is marked by a commitment to advancing knowledge in medical biology and translational research. Through her multidisciplinary approach, Mrs. Mihaylova continues to elucidate complex biochemical mechanisms underlying disease pathology and therapeutic responses, establishing herself as an emerging contributor to the field of medical and clinical biochemistry.

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Featured Publications

Mihaylova, V., Tomov, D., Karalilova, R., Batalov, Z., Batalov, A., Sarafian, V., & Kazakova, M. (2025). Effects of methotrexate and tofacitinib on mitochondrial function and oxidative stress in human synovial cells in vitro. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 26(17), 8173.

Tomov, D. G., Levterova, B. A., Mihaylova, V. N., Troev, D. M., Miteva, M. Z., Uzunova, Y. I., & Orbetzova, M. M. (2024). Influence of the increase in intestinal permeability and microbiota change in the development of Hashimoto's thyroiditis: A systematic review. Endocrine and Metabolic Science, 100195.

Mihaylova, V., Kazakova, M., Batalov, Z., Karalilova, R., Batalov, A., & Sarafian, V. (2023). JAK inhibitors improve ATP production and mitochondrial function in rheumatoid arthritis: A pilot study. Rheumatology International.

Iliya Slavov | Pharmacognosy & Phytochemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Iliya Slavov | Pharmacognosy & Phytochemistry | Best Researcher Award

Medical University-Varna | Bulgaria

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Iliya Slavov is a distinguished scholar at the Medical University “Prof. Dr. Paraskev Stoyanov” – Varna, Faculty of Pharmacy, Department of Biology, and a member of the Board of Directors in Pharmacognosy and Pharmaceutical Botany. His primary research areas include pharmacognosy, phytochemistry, and phytotherapy, with additional expertise in pharmacological activity of plant extracts and chromatographic and spectroscopic analysis. Dr. Slavov has authored 24 scientific publications, of which 20 appear in journals with impact factor or ranking, earning a total of 191 citations and an h-index of 9 (Scopus/Web of Science). His recent studies—such as those on Inonotus nidus-pici, Filipendula ulmaria, Ailanthus altissima, and Koelreuteria paniculata—highlight his innovative exploration of bioactive plant compounds with antioxidant, DNA-protective, and anti-ulcer potentials. Published in high-impact journals like Pharmaceuticals, Antioxidants, Foods, and Plants, his work integrates natural product chemistry with pharmacological applications, contributing to the development of evidence-based phytotherapeutic agents. Through multidisciplinary collaborations and advanced analytical techniques, Dr. Slavov continues to expand scientific understanding of medicinal plants and their therapeutic value in modern pharmacognosy and phytomedicine.

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Featured Publications 

Slavov, I., Ivanova, N., Radeva-Ilieva, M., Stoeva-Grigorova, S., Dzhenkov, D., & Georgiev, K. D. (2025). Phytochemical analysis and anti-ulcer potential of phenolic compounds of Inonotus nidus-pici Pilát. Pharmaceuticals, 18(9), Article 1265.

Andonova, T., Muhovski, Y., Apostolova, E., Naimov, S., Mladenova, S., Slavov, I., Dincheva, I., Georgiev, V., Pavlov, A., & Dimitrova-Dyulgerova, I. (2024). DNA-protective, antioxidant and anti-carcinogenic potential of meadowsweet (Filipendula ulmaria) dry tincture. Antioxidants, 13(10), Article 1200.

Radeva-Ilieva, M., Stoeva, S., Hvarchanova, N., Georgieva, M., Slavov, I., & Georgiev, K. D. (2024). A study of the effect of Bancha green tea extract and catechin fraction on sildenafil pharmacokinetics in rats. Current Traditional Medicine, 10(4), 703–713.*

Andonova, T., Petkova, Z., Teneva, O., Antova, G., Apostolova, E., Naimov, S., Mladenova, T., Slavov, I., & Dimitrova-Dyulgerova, I. (2024). Ailanthus altissima seed oil—A valuable source of lipid-soluble components with DNA protective and antiproliferative activities. Foods, 13(8), Article 1268.*

Andonova, T., Muhovski, Y., Apostolova, E., Naimov, S., Petkova, Z., Teneva, O., Antova, G., Slavov, I., & Dimitrova-Dyulgerova, I. (2023). Koelreuteria paniculata seed oil—A rich natural source of unsaturated fatty acids and phytocompounds with DNA protective potential. Foods, 12(11), Article 2230.*

Stoeva, S., Radeva–Ilieva, M., Zhelev, I., & Georgiev, K. (2023). A HPLC-UV method for analysis of total plant extract and catechin fraction of Bancha green tea. The Natural Products Journal, 13(2), 244–251.*

Hvarchanova, N., Stoeva, S., Radeva-Ilieva, M., Zhelev, I., Georgieva, M., Dzhenkov, D., & Georgiev, K. D. (2023). Cardio- and nephroprotective effects of fractions isolated from Lycium barbarum (goji berry) in models of cardio- and nephrotoxicity in rats. Biotechnology & Biotechnological Equipment, 37(2), 451–460.*

Andonova, T., Muhovski, Y., Slavov, I., Vrancheva, R., Georgiev, V., Apostolova, E., Naimov, S., Mladenov, R., Pavlov, A., & Dimitrova-Dyulgerova, I. (2023). Phenolic profile, antioxidant and DNA-protective capacity, and microscopic characters of Ailanthus altissima aerial substances. Plants, 12(4), Article 920.*

Radeva-Ilieva, M., Stoeva, S., Hvarchanova, N., Zhelev, I., & Georgiev, K. D. (2022). Influence of methylxanthines isolated from Bancha green tea on the pharmacokinetics of sildenafil in rats. DARU Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 30(3), 245–253.*

Andonova, T., Muhovski, Y., Vrancheva, R., Slavov, I., Apostolova, E., Naimov, S., Pavlov, A., & Dimitrova-Dyulgerova, I. (2022). Antioxidant and DNA-protective potentials, main phenolic compounds, and microscopic features of Koelreuteria paniculata aerial parts. Antioxidants, 11(6), Article 1154.*

Zhelev, I., Petkova, Z., Kostova, I., Damyanova, S., Stoyanova, A., Dimitrova-Dyulgerova, I., Antova, G., Ercisli, S., Assouguem, A., & Kara, M. (2022). Chemical composition and antimicrobial activity of essential oil of fruits from Vitex agnus-castus L., growing in two regions in Bulgaria. Plants, 11(7), Article 896.*

Andonova, T. G., Fidan, H. N., Slavov, I. Z., Stoyanova, A. S., & Dimitrova-Dyulgerova, I. Z. (2021). Phytochemicals and antimicrobial potential of dry ethanol extracts from Ailanthus altissima – An invasive plant species for the Bulgarian flora. Ecologia Balkanica, 13(2), 45–54.*

Yana Mourdjeva | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. Yana Mourdjeva | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Institute of Metal Science, Equipment and Technologies with Hydro- and Aerodynamics Centre – BAS | Bulgaria

Mrs. Yana Mourdjeva is a distinguished researcher at the Institute of Metal Science, Equipment, and Technologies with the Center for Hydro- and Aerodynamics “Acad. A. Balevski” at the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences (IMSETHC-BAS), serving in the Laboratory of Transmission Electron Microscopy (LMTC). She holds a Master’s degree in Machine Engineering from the Technical University of Sofia and a Ph.D. in Material Science and Technology of Machine Building Materials from IMSETHC-BAS. Her research focuses on materials science, characterization of metals and alloys, transmission electron microscopy, hydrogen embrittlement, nanomaterials, and superplasticity. With an h-index of 5, she has authored 18 scientific publications, including 8 with impact factors, and her work has received 64 citations. In recent years, she has actively contributed to projects funded by the Bulgarian National Science Fund and the EU Next Generation initiative, exploring advanced aluminum composites, amorphous alloys, and hydrogen embrittlement mechanisms. She has participated in international Erasmus collaborations at the Metallurgy Institute in Krakow, Poland, further enhancing her expertise in materials characterization. Her research outcomes have appeared in reputed journals such as Metals and Journal of Materials Engineering and Performance, strengthening the field’s understanding of microstructural evolution and performance of metallic materials.

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Featured Publications

Dyakova, V., Yanachkov, B., Valuiska, K., Mourdjeva, Y., Krastev, R., Simeonova, T., Kolev, K., Lazarova, R., & Katzarov, I. (2025). The impact of hydrogen charging time on microstructural alterations in pipeline low-carbon ferrite–pearlite steel. Metals. Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute.

Lazarova, R., & Mourdjeva, Y. (2025, May 7). Microstructural explanation of the mechanical properties of Al–GNPs composites with Al₄C₃ produced by powder metallurgy method and extrusion. Journal of Information Systems Engineering and Management, 10(43s).

Lazarova, R., Anestiev, L., Mourdjeva, Y., Valuiska, K., & Petkov, V. (2025, March 5). Microstructural evolution, strengthening mechanisms, and fracture behavior of aluminum composites reinforced with graphene nanoplatelets and in situ–formed nano-carbides. Metals, 15(3).

Dyakova, V., Mourdjeva, Y., Simeonova, T., Krastev, R., Atanasov, I., Drenchev, L., & Kavardjikov, V. (2024). Microstructural analysis of 40X steel after strain-controlled fatigue. Journal of Theoretical and Applied Mechanics (Bulgaria).

Yanachkov, B., Mourdjeva, Y., Valuiska, K., Dyakova, V., Kolev, K., Kaleicheva, J., Lazarova, R., & Katzarov, I. (2024). Effect of hydrogen content on the microstructure, mechanical properties, and fracture mechanism of low-carbon lath martensite steel. Metals, 14.

Dyakova, V., Cherneva, S., Mourdjeva, Y., & Kostova, Y. (2024, June 30). Influence of the content of Ni as minority alloying element on the microstructure and mechanical properties of amorphous and ultrafine crystalline Al–Cu–Mg–Ni alloys. Proceedings of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences.

Dyakova, V., Mourdjeva, Y., Spasova, H., Stefanov, G., & Kostova, Y. (2023). Effect of Cu as minority alloying element on glass forming ability and crystallization behavior of rapidly solidified Al–Si–Ni ribbons. Vide. Tehnologija. Resursi – Environment, Technology, Resources.

Dyakova, V., Mourdjeva, Y., Marinkov, N., Stefanov, G., Kostova, Y., & Gyurov, S. (2023). Effect of Ni as minority alloying element on glass forming ability and crystallization behavior of rapidly solidified Al–Cu–Mg–Ni ribbons. Journal of Chemical Technology and Metallurgy, 58(5).

Kolev, M., Lazarova, R., Petkov, V., Mourdjeva, Y., & Nihtianova, D. (2023). Investigating the effects of graphene nanoplatelets and Al₄C₃ on the tribological performance of aluminum-based nanocomposites. Metals, 13.

Mourdjeva, Y., Karashanova, D., Nihtianova, D., & Lazarova, R. (2023). Microstructural characteristics of Al₄C₃ phase and the interfaces in Al/graphene nanoplatelet composites and their effect on the mechanical properties. Journal of Materials Engineering and Performance.

Lazarova, R., Mourdjeva, Y., Nihtianova, D., Stefanov, G., & Petkov, V. (2022). Fabrication and characterization of aluminum–graphene nanoplatelets–nano-sized Al₄C₃ composite. Metals, 12(12).

Dyakova, V., Stefanov, G., Penkov, I., Kovacheva, D., Marinkov, N., Mourdjeva, Y., & Gyurov, S. (2022). Influence of Zn on glass forming ability and crystallization behaviour of rapidly solidified Al–Cu–Mg (Zn) alloys. Journal of Chemical Technology and Metallurgy, 57(3).

Dyakova, V., Stefanov, G., Kovacheva, D., Mourdjeva, Y., Marinkov, N., Penkov, I., & Georgiev, J. (2022). Influence of Zr and Zn as minority alloying elements on glass forming ability and crystallization behavior of rapidly solidified Al–Cu–Mg ribbons. AIP Conference Proceedings, 2449.

Lazarova, R., Mourdjeva, Y., Petkov, V., Marinov, M., Dimitrova, R., & Shuleva, D. (2022, December). Microstructure and mechanical properties of aluminum–graphene composites produced by powder metallurgical method. Journal of Materials Engineering and Performance, 31(12).

Akanksha Sanghvi | Health Professions | Best Review Article Award

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Dr. Akanksha Sanghvi | Health Professions | Best Review Article Award

Oprava Aesthetics | India

Dr. Akanksha Sanghvi is a globally trained dermatologist, aesthetic physician, researcher, author, and medical innovator, renowned for her expertise in clinical dermatology, trichology, regenerative medicine, and anti-aging science. As the Founder and Medical Director of Oprava Aesthetics, Mumbai, she has established one of India’s most advanced centers integrating evidence-based dermatology with aesthetic and regenerative therapies. Her research contributions include publications in leading journals such as the Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology and the International Journal of Dermatology, along with authorship in Springer’s Handbook of Cancer and Immunology. A certified peer reviewer for Elsevier and Wiley, she holds two patents for dermatological instruments, with two more pending. Dr. Sanghvi’s pioneering work in stem cell and exosome therapy bridges science and clinical innovation, focusing on hair regeneration, skin rejuvenation, and autism care. Through her NGO, ODE INDIA, she leads an AI-powered tele-dermatology initiative to extend specialized care to rural communities. Recognized as the “Best Young Cosmetic Dermatologist of India,” she continues to advance global standards in aesthetic and regenerative dermatology, merging medical excellence with compassion and social responsibility.

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Featured Publications

Sanghvi, A. R. (2020). COVID-19: An overview for dermatologists. International Journal of Dermatology.

Shah, A., & Makhecha, M. (2016). Pustular psoriasis of pregnancy with acrodermatitis continua of Hallopeau. Indian Journal of Dermatology.

Shah, A., & Safaya, A. (2013). Spina bifida manifesta: Tethered cord syndrome with pilonidal sinus in a 4-month-old baby. Journal of Neuroradiology.

Shah, A., & Safaya, A. (2012). Granulomatous slack skin disease: A review, in comparison with mycosis fungoides. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology.

Andrea Sonaglioni | Medicine and Dentistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Andrea Sonaglioni | Medicine and Dentistry | Best Researcher Award

MultiMedica IRCCS | Italy

Dr. Andrea Sonaglioni is a distinguished cardiologist and medical researcher recognized for his extensive contributions to cardiovascular imaging and clinical cardiology. Serving as Medical Director of the Echocardiography Unit at the San Giuseppe Hospital, MultiMedica S.p.A. in Milan, he has developed deep expertise in non-invasive cardiovascular diagnostics, including transthoracic, transesophageal, and stress echocardiography. His research interests span cardio-oncology, cardio-obstetrics, pulmonary hypertension, and cardiac mechanics, with an emphasis on translational and imaging-based studies. Dr. Sonaglioni has authored 112 scientific publications in high-impact international journals, with his works cited 988 times by 674 documents, reflecting his strong influence in the field. He maintains an h-index of 20, underscoring the lasting significance of his research. In addition to his investigative and clinical achievements, he serves as a reviewer for leading cardiovascular journals and has presented numerous papers at national and international conferences. His ongoing projects, including the CARTOX-PREDICT study on cardiotoxicity in cancer therapy, exemplify his commitment to advancing patient-centered cardiovascular care and integrating innovative diagnostic methodologies into clinical practice.

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Featured Publications

Sonaglioni, A., & Nicolosi, G. L. (2025). A paradox within the paradox: Beyond body composition indices, waist circumference, and non-radiological anteroposterior thoracic diameter as predictors of subclinical myocardial dysfunction in obesity. Echocardiography.

Sonaglioni, A., Nicolosi, G. L., Bruno, A., & Lombardo, M. (2025). Accuracy of noninvasive screening exercise tests for detecting coronary artery disease in symptomatic patients with mitral valve prolapse: A systematic review. Journal of Cardiovascular Medicine.

Sonaglioni, A., Nicolosi, G. L., Muti-Schünemann, G. E. U., Lombardo, M., & Muti, P. (2025). Could pulsed wave tissue Doppler imaging solve the diagnostic dilemma of right atrial masses and pseudomasses? A case series and literature review. Journal of Clinical Medicine.

Sonaglioni, A., Bruno, A., Nicolosi, G. L., Fossile, E., Rubuano, C., Ricotta, R., Gemelli, M., Lombardo, M., Muti, P., & Bassani, B. (2025). Effect of immune checkpoint inhibitor therapy on biventricular mechanics in cancer patients over a short-term follow-up: A systematic review. Frontiers in Immunology.

Sonaglioni, A., & Nicolosi, G. L. (2025). Is there only cardiac mechanics pathophysiology behind echocardiographic global longitudinal strain and twisting algorithms? International Journal of Cardiology.

Sonaglioni, A., Nicolosi, G. L., & Lombardo, M. (2025). Navigating the prognostic risk stratification of moderate and severe asymptomatic aortic stenosis. International Journal of Cardiology.

Sonaglioni, A., & Nicolosi, G. L. (2025). Three-dimensional left atrial strain in hypertensive disorders of pregnancy: A new prognostic frontier? Echocardiography.

Sonaglioni, A., Polymeropoulos, A., Baravelli, M., Nicolosi, G. L., Lombardo, M., & Biondi-Zoccai, G. (2025). Diagnostic accuracy of exercise stress testing, stress echocardiography, myocardial scintigraphy, and cardiac magnetic resonance for obstructive coronary artery disease: Systematic reviews and meta-analyses of 104 studies published from 1990 to 2025. Journal of Clinical Medicine.

Sonaglioni, A., Napoli, F., Dell’Anna, R., Nicolosi, G. L., Bianchi, S., Lombardo, M., Harari, S., & Lonati, C. (2025). Comprehensive assessment of biventricular and biatrial myocardial strain parameters at six years postpartum in a cohort of women with previous hypertensive disorders of pregnancy. Journal of Clinical Medicine.

Sonaglioni, A., Baravelli, M., Caminati, A., Tagariello, F., De Cesco, F., Nicolosi, G. L., Lombardo, M., & Harari, S. (2025). Effect of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) on biventricular mechanics in patients without severe airflow obstruction. Journal of Clinical Medicine.

Sonaglioni, A., Cerini, F., Fagiani, V., Nicolosi, G. L., Rumi, M. G., Lombardo, M., & Muti, P. (2025). Effect of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) on left ventricular mechanics in patients without overt cardiac disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Journal of Clinical Medicine.

Sonaglioni, A., Lucidi, A., Luisi, F., Caminati, A., Nicolosi, G. L., Rispoli, G. A., Zompatori, M., Lombardo, M., & Harari, S. (2025). A dynamic multimodality imaging assessment of right ventricular thrombosis in a middle-aged man with lymphocytic interstitial pneumonia: The additive role of tissue Doppler imaging. Journal of Clinical Medicine.

Sonaglioni, A., Nicolosi, G. L., Muti-Schünemann, G. E. U., Rispoli, G. A., Lombardo, M., & Muti, P. (2025). Does preliminary chest shape assessment improve the prognostic risk stratification of individuals with mitral annular disjunction? A case report and narrative review. Journal of Clinical Medicine.

Sonaglioni, A., Casieri, F., Nicolosi, G. L., Bianchi, S., & Lombardo, M. (2025). Comprehensive assessment of biventricular and biatrial myocardial strain parameters at four years postpartum in a cohort of women with previous gestational diabetes mellitus. Journal of Clinical Medicine.

Sonaglioni, A., Nicolosi, G. L., Muti-Schünemann, G. E. U., Polymeropoulos, A., Lombardo, M., & Muti, P. (2025). Echocardiographic assessment of cardiac structure and function of centenarians: A systematic review. Geriatrics.

Sonaglioni, A., Caminati, A., Behring, G., Nicolosi, G. L., Rispoli, G. A., Zompatori, M., Lombardo, M., & Harari, S. (2025). Prognostic role and determinants of ascending aorta dilatation in non-advanced idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis: A preliminary observation from a tertiary university center. Journal of Clinical Medicine.

Sonaglioni, A., Nicolosi, G. L., Muti-Schünemann, G. E. U., Lombardo, M., & Muti, P. (2025). The prevalence, pathophysiological role and determinants of mitral annular disjunction among patients with mitral valve prolapse: A systematic review. Journal of Clinical Medicine.

Sonaglioni, A., Caminati, A., Nicolosi, G. L., Muti-Schünemann, G. E. U., Lombardo, M., & Harari, S. (2025). Echocardiographic assessment of biventricular mechanics in patients with mild-to-moderate idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Journal of Clinical Medicine.

 

Fahad Shahzad | Earth and Planetary Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Fahad Shahzad | Earth and Planetary Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Beijing Forestry University | Pakistan

Dr. Fahad Shahzad is a leading researcher in Remote Sensing and Geospatial Analysis, specializing in environmental monitoring, vegetation dynamics, forest fire prediction, and sustainable forest management. With an h-index of 11, 19 published documents, and 353 total citations, his work demonstrates significant impact in applying advanced machine learning and geospatial techniques to ecological and environmental challenges. He has developed ensemble machine learning models for forest fire prediction in Pakistan and China, spatio-temporal analyses of vegetation stress under climatic variability, and biomass and carbon stock modeling in Northern China forests. His research also explores urban heat island effects and vegetation dynamics in major Pakistani cities, along with long-term land-use and forest fragmentation analyses in Portugal. Dr. Shahzad has contributed extensively to high-impact journals including Fire Ecology, Earth Science Informatics, Scientific Reports, and Ecological Informatics, and actively serves as a reviewer for leading international SCI journals. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across China, Pakistan, and Europe, he integrates tools such as R, Google Earth Engine, and GIS to generate data-driven insights for climate resilience and environmental management. His work bridges fundamental research and applied solutions, advancing predictive modeling and geospatial approaches for global sustainability, while mentoring early-career researchers and contributing to collaborative, cross-border scientific initiatives.

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Featured Publications

Shahzad, F., Mehmood, K., Anees, S. A., Adnan, M., Muhammad, S., Haidar, I., Ali, J., Hussain, K., Feng, Z., & Khan, W. R. (2025). Advancing forest fire prediction: A multi-layer stacking ensemble model approach. Earth Science Informatics.

Hussain, K., Badshah, T., Mehmood, K., Rahman, A. U., Shahzad, F., Anees, S. A., Khan, W. R., & Yujun, S. (2025). Comparative analysis of sensors and classification algorithms for land cover classification in Islamabad, Pakistan. Earth Science Informatics.

Mehmood, K., Anees, S. A., Muhammad, S., Shahzad, F., Liu, Q., Khan, W. R., Shrahili, M., Ansari, M. J., & Dube, T. (2025). Machine learning and spatio temporal analysis for assessing ecological impacts of the Billion Tree Afforestation Project. Ecology and Evolution.

Ali, J., Haoran, W., Mehmood, K., Hussain, W., Iftikhar, F., Shahzad, F., Hussain, K., Qun, Y., & Zhongkui, J. (2025). Remote sensing and integration of machine learning algorithms for above-ground biomass estimation in Larix principis-rupprechtii Mayr plantations: A case study using Sentinel-2 and Landsat-9 data in northern China. Frontiers in Environmental Science.

Hussain, K., Mehmood, K., Anees, S. A., Ding, Z., Muhammad, S., Badshah, T., Shahzad, F., Haidar, I., Wahab, A., Ali, J., et al. (2025). Retraction notice to “Assessing forest fragmentation due to land use changes from 1992 to 2023: A spatio-temporal analysis using remote sensing data” [Heliyon 10 (2024) e34710]. Heliyon.

Anees, S. A., Mehmood, K., Raza, S. I. H., Pfautsch, S., Shah, M., Jamjareegulgarn, P., Shahzad, F., Alarfaj, A. A., Alharbi, S. A., Khan, W. R., et al. (2025). Spatiotemporal analysis of surface Urban Heat Island intensity and the role of vegetation in six major Pakistani cities. Ecological Informatics.

Anees, S. A., Mehmood, K., Khan, W. R., Shahzad, F., Zhran, M., Ayub, R., Alarfaj, A. A., Alharbi, S. A., & Liu, Q. (2025). Spatiotemporal dynamics of vegetation cover: Integrative machine learning analysis of multispectral imagery and environmental predictors. Earth Science Informatics.

Al-Tameemi, N., Zhang, X., Shahzad, F., Mehmood, K., Xiao, L., & Zhou, J. (2025). From trends to drivers: Vegetation degradation and land-use change in Babil and Al-Qadisiyah, Iraq (2000–2023). Remote Sensing.

Hussain, K., Mehmood, K., Yujun, S., Badshah, T., Anees, S. A., Shahzad, F., Nooruddin, Ali, J., & Bilal, M. (2024). Analysing LULC transformations using remote sensing data: Insights from a multilayer perceptron neural network approach. Annals of GIS.

Mehmood, K., Anees, S. A., Muhammad, S., Hussain, K., Shahzad, F., Liu, Q., Ansari, M. J., Alharbi, S. A., & Khan, W. R. (2024). Analyzing vegetation health dynamics across seasons and regions through NDVI and climatic variables. Scientific Reports.

Hussain, K., Mehmood, K., Anees, S. A., Ding, Z., Muhammad, S., Badshah, T., Shahzad, F., Haidar, I., Wahab, A., Ali, J., et al. (2024). Assessing forest fragmentation due to land use changes from 1992 to 2023: A spatio-temporal analysis using remote sensing data. Heliyon.

Kazuto Ikemoto | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Kazuto Ikemoto | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company | Japan

Dr. Kazuto Ikemoto is a distinguished researcher and Senior Scientist at the Niigata Research Laboratory of Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company, Inc., Japan. With a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Nagasaki University, he has made significant contributions to the fields of chemistry, food functionality, biotechnology, and semiconductor cleaning technologies. His extensive research portfolio includes 25 published documents, reflecting a deep engagement in both industrial and scientific innovation. Dr. Ikemoto’s scholarly influence is evidenced by 453 citations from 291 documents and an h-index of 13, underscoring the consistent impact of his research within the scientific community. His work bridges fundamental chemistry with practical industrial applications, advancing methodologies in material science and biochemical processes. Recognized for his outstanding achievements in corporate research, Dr. Ikemoto received the prestigious JSBBA Award for Corporate Researchers in 2023, highlighting his dedication to innovation and excellence. Through his pioneering studies and leadership at Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company, he continues to drive advancements that contribute to technological development and sustainability, reinforcing his reputation as a leading figure in applied chemical research and industrial biotechnology.

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Featured Publications

Koshizawa, T., Numaguchi, T., Tamakoshi, M., Sato, Y., Hashimoto, K., Mohamad Ishak, N. S., & Ikemoto, K. (2025). High-spermidine-producing yeast strain for autophagy-promoting applications. Processes.

Koshizawa, T., Numaguchi, T., Tamakoshi, M., Sato, Y., Hashimoto, K., Mohamad Ishak, N. S., & Ikemoto, K. (2025). High-spermidine-producing yeast strain for autophagy-promoting applications [Preprint].

Mohamad Ishak, N. S., & Ikemoto, K. (2025). Direct HPLC method for reduced pyrroloquinoline quinone in functional and biological matrices [Preprint].

Sugimoto, J., Ikemoto, K., Nagamatsu, K., Mino, A., & Nakamura, F. (2025). ピロロキノリンキノンジナトリウム（PQQ）摂取後の20から65歳の健康な大人に対する認知機能と安全性の評価 [Preprint]. Jxiv, JST preprint server.

Ikemoto, K. (2025). 長寿物質(老化を抑制する物質) [Preprint]. Jxiv, JST preprint server.

Tamakoshi, M., Suzuki, T., Nishihara, E., Nakamura, S., & Ikemoto, K. (2023). Pyrroloquinoline quinone disodium salt improves brain function in both younger and older adults. Food & Function.

Ikemoto, K., Imaruoka, S., & Mohamad Ishak, N. S. (2023). From the kitchen to the lab: Discovery and application of food catalysts to promote the coupling of quinone with amines [Preprint].

Mohamad Ishak, N. S., Numaguchi, T., & Ikemoto, K. (2023). Antiviral effects of pyrroloquinoline quinone through redox catalysis to prevent coronavirus infection. ACS Omega.

Tsuji, S., Ikemoto, K., & Akagawa, M. (2022). PQQの体脂肪減少機能 [Preprint]. Jxiv, JST preprint server.

Mohamad Ishak, N. S., Ikemoto, K., Kikuchi, M., Ogawa, M., Akutagawa, K., & Akagawa, M. (2021). Pyrroloquinoline quinone attenuates fat accumulation in obese mice fed with a high-fat diet, Daphnia magna supplied with a high amount of food, and 3T3-L1 adipocytes. ACS Food Science & Technology.

Saihara, K., Kamikubo, R., Ikemoto, K., Uchida, K., & Akagawa, M. (2017). Pyrroloquinoline quinone, a redox-active o-quinone, stimulates mitochondrial biogenesis by activating the SIRT1/PGC-1α signaling pathway. Biochemistry.

Ikemoto, K., Sakamoto, Y., Tanaka, R., Ogata, K., Matsushita, N., & Nakamura, S. (2017). Unusual ionic bond and solubility mechanism of NanPQQ (n = 0–4) crystals. Crystal Growth & Design.

Juan Chen | Mathematics | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Juan Chen | Mathematics | Best Researcher Award

Wuhan University of Science and Technology | China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Juan Chen is a distinguished scholar in computational mathematics and complex network dynamics, currently serving at the College of Science, Wuhan University of Science and Technology. With a Ph.D. from Wuhan University, Dr. Chen has made significant contributions to nonlinear systems, synchronization, and complex network theory. Her prolific academic record includes 33 research documents, 432 citations, and an h-index of 13, reflecting her impact in the field. Dr. Chen’s works have appeared in leading journals such as IEEE Transactions on Network Science and Engineering, Chaos, Solitons and Fractals, and Expert Systems with Applications. She has authored influential books, including Synchronization of Complex Dynamical Networks, and contributed chapters to Springer handbooks. As a principal investigator and key collaborator on multiple National Natural Science Foundation of China projects, her research bridges mathematical theory and applied network science. Dr. Chen’s focus on synchronization, control, and robustness of complex networks highlights her pivotal role in advancing interdisciplinary computational research. Her dedication to exploring network behavior, information processing, and system dynamics positions her as an influential figure in contemporary applied mathematics and systems engineering.

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Yin, L., Chen, J., Gao, F., & Wu, X. (2025). Coevolution of opinion and consumption behavior under a two-layer network framework. Physica A: Statistical Mechanics and its Applications, 680, 131020.

Yu, X., Tu, L., Chai, L., Wang, X., & Chen, J. (2024). Construction of implicit social network and recommendation between users and items via the ISR-RRM algorithm. Expert Systems with Applications, 235, 121229.

Chai, L., Tu, L., Yu, X., Wang, X., & Chen, J. (2023). Link prediction and its optimization based on low-rank representation of network structures. Expert Systems with Applications, 219, 119680.

Chai, L., Tu, L., Wang, X., & Chen, J. (2022). Network-energy-based predictability and link-corrected prediction in complex networks. Expert Systems with Applications, 207, 118005.

Shen, H., Tu, L., Guo, Y., & Chen, J. (2022). The influence of cross-platform and spread sources on emotional information spreading in the 2E-SIR two-layer network. Chaos, Solitons and Fractals, 165, 112801.

Chen, J., Li, X., Wu, X., & Shen, G. (2022). Prescribed-time synchronization of complex dynamical networks with and without time-varying delays. IEEE Transactions on Network Science and Engineering, 9, 4017–4027.

Zhang, P., Chen, J., Tu, L., & Yin, L. (2022). Layout evaluation of new energy vehicle charging stations: A perspective using the complex network robustness theory. World Electric Vehicle Journal, 13, 127.

Zhou, J., Chen, J., & Lu, J. (2017). On applicability of auxiliary system approach to detect generalized synchronization in complex networks. IEEE Transactions on Automatic Control, 62(7), 3468–3473.

Chen, J., Lu, J., & Zhou, J. (2013). Topology identification of complex networks from noisy time series using ROC curve analysis. Nonlinear Dynamics, 74, 1–8.

Zhang, Q., Chen, J., & Wan, L. (2013). Impulsive generalized function synchronization of complex dynamical networks. Physics Letters A, 377, 2754–2760.

Chen, J., Lu, J., Lu, X., Wu, X., & Chen, G. (2013). Spectral coarse graining of complex clustered networks. Communications in Nonlinear Science and Numerical Simulation, 18, 3036–3045.

Maria Carmela Grano | Heritage Sciences and Ancient Technologies | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Maria Carmela Grano | Heritage Sciences and Ancient Technologies | Best Researcher Award

CNR - Istituto di Scienze del Patrimonio Culturale | Italy

Dr. Maria Carmela Grano is an accomplished researcher specializing in cultural heritage conservation, preventive conservation, and sustainable landscape management. She has authored 7 scholarly documents with 30 citations across 23 publications and holds an h-index of 3, reflecting her growing impact in the field of heritage science. Currently affiliated with the CNR - Institute of Heritage Science (ISPC), she contributes to European projects such as E-RIHS ERIC and ARCHE, focusing on digitalization, preventive conservation, and co-governance of cultural assets. Her work emphasizes the integration of environmental monitoring, GIS-based heritage mapping, and stakeholder engagement to promote sustainable cultural tourism. Dr. Grano has organized and contributed to numerous international conferences, including the Bilateral Italo-French Heritage Science meetings, and her publications explore topics like historical water mills, fluvial dynamics, and adaptive reuse of cultural landscapes. She has received several research fellowships and collaborated with organizations such as UNESCO Giovani and FAI (Fondo Ambiente Italiano). Through her interdisciplinary approach, Dr. Grano continues to advance innovative strategies for heritage preservation, combining science, community participation, and policy development to safeguard cultural assets in the context of climate and digital transitions.

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Grano, M. C. (2025). Historic water mills as regenerative ecosystems: Integrating technologies, community engagement and sustainable landscape management. Cities, 162(C), 105982. ISSN 0264-2751.

Grano, M. C., Sileo, M., Innella, C., Vitulli, R., & Masini, N. (2024). Conservazione preventiva, programmata e partecipata dei beni culturali in ottica circolare: Casi studio e sfide aperte nel progetto Basilicata Heritage Smart Lab. Il Capitale Culturale, 29, 107–121. ISSN 2039-2362.

Genovese, L., Alberti, L., Colosi, F., Grano, M. C., Greco, S., Sfameni, C., Bellia, A., & Lazzari, M. (2024). Cooperation solutions for the local sustainable development of heritage communities: Role and contributions of the Faro Italia Network. In Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems. Springer.

Grano, M. C., & Scoccimarro, M. (2023). How can preventive conservation be communicated and explained to visitors and users? News in Conservation, 98, 56–61.

Quaranta, E., Pujol, T., & Grano, M. C. (2023). The repowering of vertical axis water mills preserving their cultural heritage: Techno-economic analysis with water wheels and Turgo turbines. Journal of Cultural Heritage Management and Sustainable Development. Emerald Publishing.

Di Stefano, A., Vitulli, R., & Grano, M. C. (2021). Piano di sviluppo regionale sui settori delle industrie culturali e creative e del turismo. Basilicata Creativa.

Grano, M. C. (2021). Le chiese rupestri di Murgia Timone a Matera: Dalla conoscenza alla conservazione programmata: La diagnostica come strumento di prevenzione. In F. Castelfranchi & M. Lazzari (Eds.), Il Parco della storia dell’uomo di Matera. Chiese rupestri e Villaggio neolitico di Murgia Timone (pp. 125–159). Doconline. ISBN 978-88-946344-0-2.

Grano, M. C. (2020b). Gualchiere, mulini idraulici e cisterne: L’uso dell’acqua e le trasformazioni del paesaggio in Basilicata. Agri Centuriati: An International Journal of Landscape Archaeology, 17, 47–57. ISSN 1724-904X.

Grano, M. C. (2020a). Palombari, cisterne e pozzi per l’approvvigionamento idrico nei Sassi di Matera (Basilicata). Il Capitale Culturale, 21, 377–389.

Grano, M. C. (2018). Archive sources and field surveys used to analyse horizontal-wheeled watermills, their position and technology in the Basilicata Region of Southern Italy. International Molinology, 97, 13–19.

Grano, M. C., Lazzari, M., Danese, M., & Verrastro, V. (2018). ASTER BASILICATAE: Atlante cartografico storico-territoriale della Basilicata per la ricostruzione diacronica del paesaggio naturale e storico rurale. In Atti del XXXII Convegno Geografico Italiano (pp. 167–176).

 

Khadija Juma-Elflow | Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. Khadija Juma-Elflow | Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Elmergib University | Libya

Mrs. Khadija Juma-Elflow is an accomplished educator and researcher in English Language Teaching (ELT), Applied Linguistics, and Teacher Education, currently pursuing a PhD in ELT at Eastern Mediterranean University, Cyprus. With extensive academic training including an MA in ELT from the University of Reading, a Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Linguistics, a CELTA certification, and multiple professional teacher training credentials, she has built a strong foundation in language teaching, curriculum design, and pedagogical research. Since 2011, she has served as a lecturer at the University of El-Mergib, Libya, instructing both English language and non-English major students while mentoring pre-service teachers during their teaching practice and supervising research projects. Her professional development includes training primary and secondary school teachers, leading workshops, and participating in international conferences such as AAAL, NileTESOL, and FEST. She has also engaged in specialized online training in technology transfer, academic research tools, quality assurance, action research, and digital tools for language instruction. Proficient in Arabic, English, and basic Spanish, with strong computing skills and experience using web-based teaching tools, her work integrates innovative pedagogical approaches, technology-enhanced learning, and evidence-based research to enhance language acquisition. Her contributions have significantly advanced the professional preparation of teachers and the development of effective ELT practices in higher education and beyond.

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Featured Publications

Juma-Elflow, K., & Osam, U. V. (2025). Intersectional conflicts and strategic agency: Female English teachers in post-conflict Libya. International Journal of Educational Research, 125, 102756.

Juma-Elflow, K. (2025, March 22). Exploring female EFL language teachers' emotions in relation to power and agency. Paper presented at the American Association of Applied Linguistics (AAAL) Conference, Denver, CO, USA.

Juma-Elflow, K., & Tonkyn, A. (2025). The effects of different amounts of planning time on accuracy of producing certain grammatical items in an oral narrative task. In Conference Proceedings