Giuseppe Lo Papa | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Giuseppe Lo Papa | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

University of Palermo | Italy

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Giuseppe Lo Papa is a leading soil scientist whose research portfolio demonstrates significant global impact, with 979 citations , 39 publications, and an h-index of 16. His scientific work spans a broad spectrum of soil-related disciplines, including the impacts of human and agricultural activities on soil properties, digital and predictive soil mapping, proximal sensing technologies, pedodiversity, soil security, and the dynamics of soil organic and inorganic carbon in Mediterranean environments under climate-change pressures. He has contributed to advancing soil ecosystem services assessment, anthropogenic soil classification, soil degradation studies across arid to temperate climates, and soil informatics for land evaluation. His extensive involvement in major international and national research projects—ranging from European COST Actions, Horizon2020 initiatives, and FP7 collaborative programs to soil atlas development and environmental monitoring networks—reflects his long-standing commitment to scientifically grounded soil conservation and sustainable land management. His leadership roles in prominent soil science organizations, editorial boards, and European and global soil partnerships further underscore his influence in strengthening soil data quality, policy engagement, and interdisciplinary approaches to land stewardship. Through his scholarship and scientific service, he continues to shape contemporary understanding of soil processes, classification, and sustainable management strategies.

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Hmidi, O., Srarfi, F., Brahim, N., Bambina, P., & Lo Papa, G. (2025). Predicting soil electrical conductivity of saturated paste extract using pedotransfer functions in Northeastern Tunisia. Sustainability. DOI: 10.3390/su17209177

Hmidi, O., Srarfi, F., Brahim, N., Dazzi, C., & Lo Papa, G. (2025). Assessment of soil and water quality indices in agricultural soils of Manouba Governorate, North-East Tunisia. Soil Systems. DOI: 10.3390/soilsystems9030105

Hmidi, O., Srarfi, F., Brahim, N., Bambina, P., & Lo Papa, G. (2025). A multi-tool statistical approach for predicting soil electrical conductivity (ECe): A case study of the Manouba Province, North East Tunisia. Preprint. DOI: 10.20944/preprints202508.1826.v1

Kakabayev, A. A., Sharipova, B. U., Baranovskaya, N. V., Rodrigo-Ilarri, J., Rodrigo-Clavero, M.-E., Lo Papa, G., Bazilevskaya, E. A., Muratbekova, S., Nurmukhanbetova, N., & Durmekbayeva, S. (2024). Impact of environmental conditions on soil geochemistry in Southern Kazakhstan. Sustainability. DOI: 10.3390/su16156361

Lo Papa, G., Schillaci, C., Fantappiè, M., & Langella, G. (2024). Editorial of the Special Issue: Digital soil mapping, decision support tools and soil monitoring systems in the Mediterranean. Land. DOI: 10.3390/land13060815

Bambina, P., Spinella, A., Lo Papa, G., Chillura Martino, D. F., Lo Meo, P., Cinquanta, L., & Conte, P. (2024). 1H-NMR spectroscopy coupled with chemometrics to classify wines according to different grape varieties and terroirs. Agriculture. DOI: 10.3390/agriculture14050749

Bambina, P., Pollon, M., Vitaggio, C., Lo Papa, G., Conte, P., Cinquanta, L., & Corona, O. (2024). Effect of soil type on composition parameters of Vitis vinifera L. cv. Nero d’Avola grapes at different ripening stages. International Journal of Food Science & Technology. DOI: 10.1111/ijfs.16964

Barbaccia, P., Gaglio, R., Dazzi, C., Miceli, C., Bella, P., Lo Papa, G., & Settanni, L. (2022). Plant growth-promoting activities of bacteria from an anthropogenic soil in Agrigento Province. Microorganisms. DOI: 10.3390/microorganisms10112167

Barbaccia, P., Dazzi, C., Franciosi, E., Di Gerlando, R., Settanni, L., & Lo Papa, G. (2022). Microbiological analysis and metagenomic profiling of the bacterial community of an anthropogenic soil modified from Typic Haploxererts. Land. DOI: 10.3390/land11050748

Conte, P., Bertani, R., Sgarbossa, P., Bambina, P., Schmidt, H.-P., Raga, R., Lo Papa, G., Chillura Martino, D. F., & Lo Meo, P. (2021). Recent developments in understanding biochar's physical–chemistry. Agronomy. DOI: 10.3390/agronomy11040615

Lo Papa, G., Dazzi, C., Némethy, S., Corti, G., & Cocco, S. (2020). Land set-up systems in Italy: A long tradition of soil and water conservation tailored to diverse pedo-climatic environments. Italian Journal of Agronomy. DOI: 10.4081/ija.2020.1760

Sarkulova, Z., Papa, G. L., Dazzi, C., Kozybaeva, F., & Beiseyeva, G. (2019). Morphogenetic characteristics of chernozem leached in mining enterprise pollution conditions. EurAsian Journal of BioSciences.

Dazzi, C., & Lo Papa, G. (2019). Soil genetic erosion: New conceptual developments in soil security. International Soil and Water Conservation Research. DOI: 10.1016/j.iswcr.2019.08.001

Dazzi, C., Cornelis, W., Costantini, E. A. C., Dumitru, M., Fullen, M. A., Gabriels, D., Kasparinskis, R., Kertész, A., Lo Papa, G., & Pérès, G., et al. (2019). The contribution of the European Society for Soil Conservation to scientific knowledge, education, and sustainability. International Soil and Water Conservation Research. DOI: 10.1016/j.iswcr.2018.11.003

Dazzi, C., Galati, A., Crescimanno, M., & Lo Papa, G. (2019). Pedotechnique applications in large-scale farming: Economic value, soil ecosystem services, and soil security. CATENA. DOI: 10.1016/j.catena.2019.104072

Bireescu, G., Dazzi, C., & Lo Papa, G. (2018). Features of benchmark soils along an elevational transect in the northeastern Moldavian Plateau. International Soil and Water Conservation Research. DOI: 10.1016/j.iswcr.2018.07.002

Pellegrini, S., Agnelli, A. E., Andrenelli, M. C., Barbetti, R., Lo Papa, G., Priori, S., & Costantini, E. A. C. (2018). Using present and past climosequences to estimate soil organic carbon and physical quality indicators under future climatic scenarios. Agriculture, Ecosystems & Environment. DOI: 10.1016/j.agee.2018.07.015

Lo Papa, G., Vittori Antisari, L., Vianello, G., & Dazzi, C. (2018). Soil interpretation under anthropogenic transformations and pedotechnique applications. CATENA. DOI: 10.1016/j.catena.2018.04.012

Verónica Córdoba | Chemical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Verónica Córdoba | Chemical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Universidad Nacional del Centro de la Provincia de Buenos Aires | Argentina

Prof. Dr. Verónica Córdoba is a researcher whose work focuses on bioenergy, anaerobic digestion, biomethane modelling, and environmental sustainability, with a research portfolio that has earned 381 citations, an h-index of 8, and 8 i10-index publications, reflecting a steadily growing scholarly impact. She has contributed extensively to understanding methane production dynamics from diverse biomass sources, including swine wastewater, cheese whey, macroalgae, third-generation biomass, and agricultural residues. Her publications span high-impact journals with studies on mixture design for anaerobic co-digestion, neural-network-based prediction of biomethane production, thermal behavior of biofuel feedstocks, activated carbon production from biomass waste, and long-term methane emission modelling from waste treatment processes. Her involvement in R&D Project 03/E208 (2023–2025) focuses on the valorization of lignocellulosic residues for low-emission energy scenarios, underscoring her commitment to circular bioeconomy strategies. She also contributes to academic development through the supervision of doctoral fellows working on methane modeling and biomass conversion systems. Additional works include analyses of greenhouse gas emissions in waste management, kinetics of methane generation, renewable fuel drying behavior, and theoretical–practical assessments of electricity generation from biogas. Across more than a decade of scientific output, she has advanced sustainable energy research through rigorous modelling, experimental analysis, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

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Córdoba, V., & Ottolina, G. (2025). Anaerobic co-digestion of swine wastewater, cheese whey and organic waste: Performance optimization through mixture design. Biomass.

Córdoba, V., Bavio, M., & Acosta, G. (2024). Biomethane production modelling from third-generation biomass. Renewable Energy.

Córdoba, V. E., Mussi, J., De Paula, M., & Acosta, G. G. (2023). Prediction of biomethane production of cheese whey by using artificial neural networks. IEEE Latin America Transactions.

Córdoba, V., Manzur, A., & Santalla, E. (2023). Thermal behaviour and emission characteristics of Arundo donax L. as potential biofuel. BioEnergy Research.

Jerez, F., Ramos, P. B., Córdoba, V. E., Ponce, M. F., Acosta, G. G., & Bavio, M. A. (2023). Yerba mate: From waste to activated carbon for supercapacitors. Journal of Environmental Management.

Córdoba, V. E., & Santalla, E. M. (2022). Estimation of long-term methane emissions from mechanical-biological treatment waste through biomethane potential test. Environmental Technology.

Córdoba, V., Manzur, A., & Santalla, E. (2022). Drying kinetics and mathematical modelling of Arundo donax L. canes, a potential renewable fuel. Research in Agricultural Engineering.

Ibarlucía, D. G., Santalla, E. M., & Córdoba, V. E. (2021). Evaluation of biomethane potential and kinetics modelling of green macroalgae from the South Atlantic Sea: Codium sp. and Ulva sp. Environmental Chemistry.

Córdoba, V., Fernández, M., & Santalla, E. (2018). The effect of substrate/inoculum ratio on the kinetics of methane production in swine wastewater anaerobic digestion. Environmental Science and Pollution Research.

Blanco, G., Santalla, E., Córdoba, V., & Levy, A. (2017). Generación de electricidad a partir de biogás capturado de residuos sólidos urbanos: Un análisis teórico-práctico. Report.

Blanco, G., Córdoba, V., Baldi, R., Fernández, M., & Santalla, E. (2016). Outcomes of the Clean Development Mechanism in Argentina. American Journal of Climate Change.

Córdoba, V., Colavolpe, M. B., Fernández, M., Santalla, E., & Albertó, E. (2016). Potential methane production of spent sawdust used in the cultivation of Gymnopilus pampeanus. Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering.

Córdoba, V., Fernández, M., & Santalla, E. (2016). The effect of different inoculums on anaerobic digestion of swine wastewater. Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering.

Santalla, E., Córdoba, V., & Blanco, G. (2013). Greenhouse gas emissions from the waste sector in Argentina in business-as-usual and mitigation scenarios. Journal Article.

Elisa Placidi | Physics and Astronomy | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Elisa Placidi | Physics and Astronomy | Best Researcher Award

Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS |Italy

Dr. Elisa Placidi is a distinguished researcher in medical physics and interventional radiotherapy, with a strong publication record reflected in 785 citations, an h-index of 16, and 26 i10-index publications. Her research focuses on advancing modern brachytherapy, improving dosimetric accuracy, and integrating innovative technologies such as 3D-printed applicators and image-guided systems. She has contributed extensively to studies evaluating the dosimetric impact of air gaps in high-dose-rate contact radiotherapy for non-melanoma skin cancers, the transition from PDR to HDR techniques for head and neck tumors, and the development of multilayer, high-density shielding applicators for personalized treatment. Her work also includes retrospective comparisons of HDR brachytherapy versus VMAT and electron beam therapy, investigations into patient-reported outcomes in nasal vestibule treatments, and characterization of plastic scintillator detectors for in vivo dosimetry. In her clinical role as a medical physicist, she supports treatment planning and optimization for external beam and interventional radiotherapy, contributing to high-precision cancer care. Complementing her clinical and research activities, she is involved in quality assurance and the academic training of future professionals in physics and radiological safety.

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Rosa, E., Fionda, B., Vaccaro, M., Placidi, E., Lancellotta, V., Napolitano, A., Pastore, F., Greco, F., Dragonetti, P., La Milia, M. C., et al. (2025). Dosimetric impact of air gaps in high-dose-rate contact interventional radiotherapy (modern brachytherapy) for non-melanoma skin cancer of the ear. Journal of Clinical Medicine, 14(21).

van Noortwijk, R., Kroon, P., Kastelijns, M., Jürgenliemk-Schulz, I., Verduijn, G., Kolkman-Deurloo, I.-K., Tagliaferri, L., Fionda, B., Placidi, E., Al-Mamgani, A., et al. (2025). A review on the transition from PDR to HDR brachytherapy (interventional radiotherapy) for treatment of head and neck cancer: Clinical and practical aspects. Brachytherapy.

Rosa, E., Raponi, S., Fionda, B., Vaccaro, M., Napolitano, A., Lancellotta, V., Pastore, F., Ciasca, G., Siebert, F.-A., Tagliaferri, L., et al. (2025). Intensity-modulated interventional radiotherapy using 3D-printed applicators with multilayer geometry and high-density shielding materials for NMSC treatment. Journal of Personalized Medicine, 15(10).

Rosa, E., Raponi, S., Fionda, B., Vaccaro, M., Lancellotta, V., Napolitano, A., Ciasca, G., Bannoni, L., Cornacchione, P., Tagliaferri, L., et al. (2025). 3D-printed devices in interventional radiotherapy (brachytherapy) applications: A literature review. Journal of Personalized Medicine, 15(6).

Tagliaferri, L., Manfrida, S., Fionda, B., Dinapoli, N., Barbaro, B., De Luca, V., Placidi, E., Bertolini, R., Marazzi, F., Lancellotta, V., et al. (2025). High-tailored anal canal radiotherapy (HIT-ART): Long-term results of MR image-guided interventional radiotherapy boost. Brachytherapy.

Placidi, E., Fionda, B., Rosa, E., Lancellotta, V., Napolitano, A., De Angeli, M., Ciasca, G., Pastore, F., Gambacorta, M. A., Tagliaferri, L., et al. (2024). Retrospective dosimetric comparison of HDR interventional radiotherapy versus planning with VMAT and electron beam therapy for non-melanoma skin cancer treatment. Applied Sciences, 14(22).

Tagliaferri, L., Sciurti, E., Fionda, B., Loperfido, A., Lancellotta, V., Placidi, E., Parrilla, C., La Milia, M. C., Rosa, E., Rigante, M., et al. (2024). PRO-NOVELTY: Patient-reported outcomes in nose vestibule interventional radiotherapy (brachytherapy). Journal of Clinical Medicine, 13(16).

Herreros, A., Pérez-Calatayud, J., Ballester, F., Abellana, R., Neves, J., Melo, J., Moutinho, L., Tarrats-Rosell, J., Serrano-Rueda, S., Tagliaferri, L., et al. (2024). Characterization of plastic scintillator detector for in vivo dosimetry in gynecologic brachytherapy. Journal of Personalized Medicine, 14(3).

Shima Sadaf | Electrical Engineering | Best Academic Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Shima Sadaf | Electrical Engineering | Best Academic Researcher Award

King Faisal University | Saudi Arabia

Assist. Prof. Dr. Shima Sadaf is a highly accomplished researcher in materials science, nanotechnology, electrochemistry, and energy systems, with a strong publication record reflected in 486 citations, an h-index of 11, and an i10-index of 11, demonstrating the impact and consistency of her scientific contributions. Her research spans advanced materials synthesis, including nanomaterials, thin films, perovskites, and green-synthesized nanoparticles, with applications in electrocatalysis, supercapacitors, photocatalysis, energy storage, and environmental remediation. She has made notable advancements in designing electrocatalysts for hydrogen evolution reactions, developing high-performance supercapacitive materials, and creating photocatalysts capable of degrading pollutants and enhancing hydrogen production. Her work also extends to UV photodetectors, memristor technologies, and electrochemical sensors for detecting heavy metals, glucose, uric acid, and dopamine. In the field of energy systems, she has contributed to innovative DC–DC converters, voltage ripple reduction techniques, and sustainable power solutions for nanogrids and renewable energy integration. Her publications include significant contributions to journals in materials chemistry, ceramics, energy conversion, and semiconductor processing, covering topics such as green-synthesized TiO₂/rGO nanocomposites, lead-free perovskites for solar-driven water splitting, NiCo₂O₄-based electrocatalysts, and advanced transition-metal nanoparticles. Her research continues to advance sustainable materials and energy technologies with broad scientific and industrial relevance.

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Utami, M., Ramadhani, M. A., Purnama, I., Purwiandono, G., Yenn, T. W., Husniati, Sadaf, S., Al-Taisan, N. A., Almuhawish, N. F., Al-Farhan, A. M., et al. (2026). Green biogenic synthesis of Ag-loaded TiO₂/rGO nanocomposite and its prospective applications in antibacterial and self-cleaning surface coating. Materials Chemistry and Physics, 131573.

Khan, A. N., Rabhi, S., Khan, N. U., Ansari, S. A., Sadaf, S., & Alam, M. W. (2025). Harnessing solar energy with lead-free Tl₂BPI₆ (B = Cs, Rb) double perovskites for photocatalytic water splitting. Ceramics International.

Ghubayra, R., Shariq, M., Sadaf, S., Almuhawish, N. F., Iqbal, M., & Alam, M. W. (2025). Constructing a hybrid CuO over bimetallic spinal NiCo₂O₄ nanoflower as electrocatalyst for hydrogen evolution reaction. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy.

Kaur, H., Sharma, A., Kumar, S., Alam, M. W., Sadaf, S., & Al-Othoum, M. A. S. (2025). Evaluation of photocatalytic efficacy of biosynthesized cubic NiFe₂O₄ nanoparticles. Nano.

Alam, M. W., Kharade, R. B., Alsulaim, G. M., Aleithan, S. H., Sadaf, S., Chava, R. K., Shin, D.-K., & Yewale, M. A. (2025). Improved Ni₃V₂O₈ supercapacitive performance via urea-driven morphological alteration. Ceramics International.

Yewale, M. A., Shin, D. K., Alam, M. W., Teli, A. M., Nabi, S., Ansari, S. A., Sadaf, S., & Al-Kahtani, A. A. (2024). Controlled synthesis and electrochemical characterization of Co₃V₂O₈ hexagonal sheets for energy storage applications. Colloids and Surfaces A: Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects.

Alam, M. W., Nivetha, A., BaQais, A., Ansari, S. A., Yewale, M. A., & Sadaf, S. (2024). Development and analysis of novel Sm-doped LaSiO for photocatalytic degradation and electrochemical sensing of heavy metals. Ceramics International.

Alam, M. W., Ambikapathi, R., Nabi, S., Nivetha, A., Abebe, B., Almutairi, H. H., Sadaf, S., & Almohish, S. M. (2024). Advancements in green-synthesized transition metal/metal-oxide nanoparticles for sustainable wastewater treatment: Techniques, applications, and future prospects. Materials Research Express.

Aldughaylibi, F. S., Ulla, H., Allag, N., Alam, M. W., BaQais, A., Al-Othoum, M. A. S., & Sadaf, S. (2024). Development of molybdenum trioxide–based modified graphite sheet electrodes for enhancing the electrochemical sensing of dopamine. Materials Science in Semiconductor Processing.

Kumar, J. V., Alam, M. W., Selvaraj, M., Almutairi, H. H., Albuhulayqah, M., Sadaf, S., Dhananjaya, M., & Joo, S. W. (2024). Fluorescent carbon dots for biodiesel production: A comprehensive review (2019–2024). Inorganic Chemistry Communications.

Alam, M. W., Allag, N., Utami, M., Waheed-Ur-Rehman, M., Al-Othoum, M. A. S., & Sadaf, S. (2024). Facile green synthesis of α-bismuth oxide nanoparticles: Its photocatalytic and electrochemical sensing of glucose and uric acid in an acidic medium. Journal of Composites Science.

Yendouhamtchié Nadiedjoa | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Yendouhamtchié Nadiedjoa | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Shandong Agricultural University | Togo

Dr. Yendouhamtchié Nadiedjoa is a dedicated researcher in animal sciences, focusing on sustainable nutrition strategies that enhance poultry productivity while reducing dependence on conventional feed resources. His work centers on developing ecological, cost-effective, and long-term sustainable alternatives that do not compete with human food systems, thereby supporting both food security and environmental protection. His research interests include poultry science and physiology, stress responses in birds, energy metabolism, efficient production systems, and nutritional regulation aimed at improving overall animal health. He conducts research through international academic collaborations, contributing to advancements in non-grain feed resource utilization and environmentally sound agricultural practices. A key contribution of his scholarly work is the investigation of maggot oil derived from the Black Soldier Fly (Hermetia illucens) as an innovative feed component in poultry production. In a 2025 study published in Animals, he examined the effects of in ovo injection timing and dosing of maggot oil on hatching success, growth performance, and biochemical parameters in broiler chicks. This research provided valuable insights into the potential of insect-based oils to enhance early-life development and support sustainable poultry nutrition. His contributions continue to promote healthier, more efficient, and environmentally responsible poultry production systems.

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Nadiedjoa, Y., Wang, X., Attivi, K., Okai, M. A., Xin, Q., Mijiyawa, A., Maa Maa, C. T., Zhao, J., Jiao, H., Agboka, K., et al. (2025). The effect of in ovo injection time and dose of maggot oil from Hermetia illucens on hatching rate, growth performance, and biochemical parameters of broiler chicks. Animals, 15(21), 3115.

Tigabu Bekele | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Tigabu Bekele | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Mekdela Amba University | Ethiopia

Mr. Tigabu Bekele is an emerging researcher whose work spans materials chemistry, nanotechnology, and photocatalysis, with a focus on environmental and biomedical applications. He has authored 11 scholarly documents, which collectively have garnered 130 citations, reflecting a growing impact in his field, supported by an h-index of 6. His notable publications include studies on the photocatalytic degradation of organic pollutants, the antibacterial properties of metallic nanoparticles, and nanocomposites for advanced sensing and catalytic applications. His recent works such as “The Photocatalytic Degradation of Organic Pollutants – A Comprehensive Overview” , “Electrochemical Sensor Based on Polyaniline Supported CdS/CeO₂/Ag₃PO₄ Nanocomposite for Malathion Detection” (2024), and “Antibacterial Capabilities of Metallic Nanoparticles and Influencing Factors”  exemplify his interdisciplinary approach combining nanomaterials synthesis with practical environmental and biomedical implications. Additionally, his book chapters in Nanotechnology in Diagnosis and Medical Therapies and Advances with Selected Nanostructured Materials in Industrial Manufacturing contribute to the advancement of nanostructured materials in industrial and therapeutic contexts. Through his expanding publication record and impactful research, Mr. Bekele is contributing significantly to the development of sustainable nanomaterials and innovative chemical technologies for global challenges.

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Bekele, T., & Alamnie, G. (2025). The photocatalytic degradation of organic pollutants: A comprehensive overview. Results in Chemistry, Article 102758.

Mebratie, G., Bekele, T., Alamnie, G., Girma, A., & Mekuye, B. (2024). Advances with selected nanostructured materials in industrial manufacturing. In Advances with Selected Nanostructured Materials in Industrial Manufacturing (Book chapter). Elsevier.

Bekele, T. M. (2024). Electrochemical sensor based on polyaniline supported CdS/CeO₂/Ag₃PO₄ nanocomposite for Malathion detection. Sensors International, Article 100251.

Bekele, T., Mebratie, G., Alamnie, G., & Girma, A. (2024). Nanotechnology in diagnosis and medical therapies. In Reference Module in Materials Science and Materials Engineering (Book chapter). Elsevier.

Mebratie, G., Abera, B., Mekuye, B., & Bekele, T. (2024). The interplay of antiferromagnetism and superconductivity in Sr₁₋ₓNaₓFe₂As₂ superconductor: A theoretical study. Results in Physics, Article 107446.

Girma, A., Mebratie, G., Mekuye, B., Abera, B., Bekele, T., & Alamnie, G. (2024, December). Antibacterial capabilities of metallic nanoparticles and influencing factors. Nano Select.

Girma, A., Alamnie, G., Bekele, T., Mebratie, G., Mekuye, B., Abera, B., Workineh, D., Tabor, A., & Jufar, D. (2024, December 31). Green-synthesised silver nanoparticles: Antibacterial activity and alternative mechanisms of action to combat multidrug-resistant bacterial pathogens: A systematic literature review. Green Chemistry Letters and Reviews.

Tizazu, A., & Bekele, T. (2024, April). A review on the medicinal applications of flavonoids from Aloe species. European Journal of Medicinal Chemistry Reports, 100135.

Bekele, T., Mebratie, G., Girma, A., & Alamnie, G. (2024, March). Characterization and fabrication of p-Cu₂O/n-CeO₂ nanocomposite for the application of photocatalysis. Colloids and Surfaces A: Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects, 133271.

 

Beata Sawczuk | Dentistry | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Beata Sawczuk | Dentistry | Best Researcher Award

Medical University of Bialystok | Poland

Dr. Beata Sawczuk is a distinguished researcher in dental sciences and oral pathology, recognized for her significant contributions to understanding oral health, prosthetic rehabilitation, and oncological conditions of the oral cavity. With an h-index of 4, 9 scientific documents, and 63 citations , her work bridges clinical dentistry and biomedical research. Dr. Sawczuk’s research spans diverse areas, including oxidative stress markers in post-surgical cancer patients, the role of estrogen receptors in oral and vaginal mucosa, and the impact of oncogenic viruses in oral squamous cell carcinoma. Her publications in reputed journals such as Antioxidants, Pharmaceuticals, and International Journal of Molecular Sciences demonstrate an evidence-based approach to improving quality of life among patients with oral cavity cancers. A Fellow of the American Academy of Maxillofacial Prosthetics (AAMP) and the European Prosthodontic Association, she has also been a long-standing member of the Polish Dental Society and the Polish Chamber of Physicians and Dentists. Her professional interests include prosthetic rehabilitation after cancer surgery, analysis of oxidative stress biomarkers, and the development of innovative therapeutic approaches for oral tissue restoration. Through her multidisciplinary work, Dr. Sawczuk continues to advance prosthodontic science and patient-centered oral healthcare.

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Sawczuk, B., Supruniuk, E., Żebrowska, E., Nayar, S., Chabowski, A., & Sierpińska, T. (2025). Evaluation of oxidative stress markers in post-surgical head and neck cancer patients rehabilitated with removable prosthetic restorations. Antioxidants, 14(11), 1285.

Czarnowski, M., Wnorowska, U., Łuckiewicz, M., Dargiewicz, E., Spałek, J., Okła, S., Sawczuk, B., Savage, P. B., Bucki, R., & Piktel, E. (2024). Natural antimicrobial peptides and their synthetic analogues for effective oral microflora control and oral infection treatment—The role of ceragenins in the development of new therapeutic methods. Pharmaceuticals, 17(12), 1725.

Karasiński, M., Wnorowska, U., Daniluk, T., Deptuła, P., Łuckiewicz, M., Paprocka, P., Durnaś, B., Skłodowski, K., Sawczuk, B., Savage, P. B., et al. (2024). Investigating the effectiveness of ceragenins against Acinetobacter baumannii to develop new antimicrobial and anti-adhesive strategies. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 25(13), 7036.

Sawczuk, M., Sawczuk, B., Miąsko, A., & Szarmach, I. (2018). The role of oncogenic viruses in the etiopathogenesis of oral squamous cell carcinoma – Literature review. Protetyka Stomatologiczna, 68(2), 123–130.*

Sawczuk, M., Sawczuk, B., Miąsko, A., & Szarmach, I. (2017). Etiological factors in the formation of squamous cell carcinoma – Literature review. Journal of Stomatology, 70(4), 251–257.*

Sawczuk, B., Gołȩbiewska, M., Mazurek, A., & Chyczewski, L. (2017). Immunohistochemical evaluation of oestrogen receptors α and β in epithelium of the vaginal mucous membrane in women after oestrogen therapy. Przegląd Menopauzalny, 16(4), 171–177.*

Preferansow, E., Sawczuk, B., Gołębiewska, M., & Górska, M. (2015). Pathologies of the oral cavity in patients with non-controlled diabetes type 1 and type 2 – Analysis of periodontal status and periodontal treatment needs. Endokrynologia Polska, 66(5), 421–427.*

Sawczuk, B., Gołębiewska, M., Mazurek, A., & Chyczewski, L. (2014). Evaluation of estrogen receptor-β expression in the epithelium of the oral mucosa in menopausal women under hormone replacement therapy. Advances in Medical Sciences, 59(1), 90–95.*

 

Amon Exavery | Social Sciences | Research for Community Impact Award

Dr. Amon Exavery | Social Sciences | Research for Community Impact Award

University of Dodoma | Tanzania

Dr. Amon Exavery is a distinguished statistician and epidemiologist whose research integrates advanced statistical modeling with population health studies to address pressing public health challenges in Tanzania and sub-Saharan Africa. His scholarly contributions span topics such as child and maternal health, HIV/AIDS prevention, household food security, and socioeconomic determinants of well-being. Through the application of multivariate and multilevel statistical methods, he has provided evidence-based insights into issues like early childbearing, breastfeeding practices, and healthcare access. His notable publications in leading international journals, including PLOS ONE, AIDS Research and Therapy, and the International Breastfeeding Journal, highlight his methodological rigor and commitment to data-driven policy solutions. Dr. Exavery’s recent work focuses on mixed-effects ordinal logistic regression and difference-in-differences estimators to evaluate community interventions, such as the WORTH Yetu program, aimed at improving household resilience and caregiver welfare. His interdisciplinary approach bridges statistical innovation and field epidemiology, contributing significantly to the understanding of health disparities, reproductive behavior, and social determinants of disease outcomes. Through his extensive research and evidence-based analyses, Dr. Exavery continues to advance the role of biostatistics and epidemiology in promoting equitable, sustainable health interventions across developing regions.

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Exavery, A., Kirigiti, P. J., Balan, R. T., & Charles, J. (2026, February). Enhancing longitudinal impact evaluation of non-experimental interventions: A comparative analysis of generalized estimating equations and multilevel models based on empirical evaluation of temporal change in food security following an economic empowerment intervention. Evaluation and Program Planning.

Exavery, A., Kirigiti, P. J., Balan, R. T., & Charles, J. (2025). Determinants of participation in WORTH Yetu economic empowerment intervention among caregivers of orphaned and vulnerable children in Tanzania: A longitudinal multivariable logistic regression analysis. Social Sciences & Humanities Open.

Exavery, A., Kirigiti, P. J., Balan, R. T., & Charles, J. (2024, August). Longitudinal evaluation of the influence of WORTH Yetu on household economic status based on the count of non-asset resources for orphaned and vulnerable children’s well-being in Tanzania. Child Indicators Research.

Exavery, A., Katbi, M., Kirigiti, P. J., Balan, R. T., & Charles, J. (2024, April 16). Multivariate mixed-effects ordinal logistic regression models with difference-in-differences estimator of the impact of WORTH Yetu on household hunger and socioeconomic status among OVC caregivers in Tanzania. PLOS ONE.

Exavery, A., Alam, K., Charles, J., Barankena, A., Bajaria, S., Minja, E., Mulikuza, J., Mbwambo, T., Ally, A., Mseya, R., et al. (2022, February 25). Impact of household economic strengthening intervention on food security among caregivers of orphans and vulnerable children in Tanzania. PLOS ONE. 21, December). Accelerating caregivers’ HIV status disclosure to community-based lay social welfare volunteers in Tanzania. AIDS Research and Therapy.

Exavery, A., Charles, J., Barankena, A., Kuhlik, E., Mubyazi, G. M., Tani, K., Ally, A., Minja, E., Koler, A., Kikoyo, L., et al. (2020, December). ART use and associated factors among HIV positive caregivers of orphans and vulnerable children in Tanzania. BMC Public Health.

Charles, J., Exavery, A., Barankena, A., Kuhlik, E., Mubyazi, G. M., Abdul, R., Koler, A., Kikoyo, L., & Jere, E. (2020, December). Determinants of undisclosed HIV status to a community-based HIV program: Findings from caregivers of orphans and vulnerable children in Tanzania. AIDS Research and Therapy.

Bajaria, S., Exavery, A., Toroka, N., Barankena, A., Charles, J., Kikoyo, L., & Kassaye, S. (2020, December 27). Factors associated with HIV status disclosure to orphans and vulnerable children living with HIV: Results from a longitudinal study in Tanzania. AIDS Research and Treatment.

Bajaria, S., Marotta, C., Abdul, R., Exavery, A., Minja, E., Charles, J., Mtenga, S., Jere, E., & Geubbels, E. (2020, September 18). Programmatic determinants of successful referral to health and social services for orphans and vulnerable children: A longitudinal study in Tanzania. PLOS ONE.

Exavery, A., Charles, J., Kuhlik, E., Barankena, A., Ally, A., Mbwambo, T., Kyaruzi, C., Mubyazi, G. M., Kikoyo, L., & Jere, E. (2020, July). Correlates of uptake of antiretroviral therapy in HIV-positive orphans and vulnerable children aged 0–14 years in Tanzania. HIV/AIDS – Research and Palliative Care.

Exavery, A., Charles, J., Kuhlik, E., Barankena, A., Mubyazi, G. M., Kikoyo, L., & Jere, E. (2020, July). Relationship between food insufficiency and HIV infection among caregivers of orphans and vulnerable children in Tanzania. HIV/AIDS – Research and Palliative Care.

Exavery, A., Charles, J., Kuhlik, E., Barankena, A., Koler, A., Kikoyo, L., & Jere, E. (2020, February 28). Understanding the association between caregiver sex and HIV infection among orphans and vulnerable children in Tanzania: Learning from the USAID Kizazi Kipya Project. Preprint.

Exavery, A., Charles, J., Kuhlik, E., Barankena, A., Koler, A., Kikoyo, L., & Jere, E. (2020, February 5). Is caregiver sex associated with HIV infection among orphans and vulnerable children in Tanzania? Learning from the USAID Kizazi Kipya Project. Preprint.

Exavery, A., Charles, J., Kuhlik, E., Barankena, A., Koler, A., Kikoyo, L., & Jere, E. (2019, September 12). Closing the pediatric gap in the first 90: Is caregiver sex associated with HIV status of orphans and vulnerable children? Learning from the USAID Kizazi Kipya Project in Tanzania. Preprint.

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