Syed Kashif Ali | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Syed Kashif Ali | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Jazan University | Saudi Arabia

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Syed Kashif Ali is a distinguished researcher with an impressive record of 1,585 citations across 1,184 documents, supported by 160 published works and an h-index of 22, reflecting his significant impact in material science, nanotechnology, and catalysis. His research primarily explores photocatalysis, nanocomposite synthesis, environmental remediation, and energy conversion, contributing to sustainable technological advancements. He has published high-impact studies on FeP₄-NPC-CP nanocomposites for nitrate reduction, heterojunction photocatalysts for glyphosate degradation, and MXene-based materials for supercapacitors and clean energy applications. His work also integrates machine learning and molecular modeling in drug design and catalysis, bridging computational and experimental approaches. Recent publications highlight innovations such as green-synthesized nanoparticles, multifunctional doped carbon quantum dots, and hierarchical hybrid nanostructures for enhanced performance in environmental and biomedical applications. His interdisciplinary research, blending chemistry, materials engineering, and environmental science, demonstrates a commitment to developing eco-friendly and high-efficiency nanomaterials for global sustainability. Through continuous contributions to top-tier journals, Dr. Ali has established himself as a leading voice in advanced nanomaterials and electrochemical systems, advancing the frontiers of applied chemistry and green innovation.

Featured Publications

Baiju, S., Afzal, A., Thayyil, M. S., Al-Otaibi, J. S., & Ali, S. K. (2023). Computational studies on anticancerous Camptothecin and its derivative Camp-10 by density functional theory. Results in Chemistry, 5, 100837.

Ali, W., Qadeer, K., Abdul Qyyum, M., Shamsuzzoha, M., Qamar, M. O., Khan, M. E., Lee, M., Ali, S. K., Bashiri, A. H., & Zakri, W. (2023). Enhancing energy efficiency and reliability in floating LNG operation: A hydrofluoroolefin-based SMR cycle with thermo-economic assessment and uncertainty analysis. Thermal Science and Engineering Progress, 42, 102149.

Qamar, M. A., Javed, M., Shahid, S., Shariq, M., Fadhali, M. M., Ali, S. K., & Khan, M. S. (2023). Synthesis and applications of graphitic carbon nitride (g-C₃N₄) based membranes for wastewater treatment: A critical review. Heliyon, 9(1), e12685.

Alamier, W. M., Hasan, N., Ali, S. K., & Oteef, M. D. Y. (2022). Biosynthesis of Ag nanoparticles using Caralluma acutangula extract and its catalytic functionality towards degradation of hazardous dye pollutants. Crystals, 12(8), 1069.

Aziz, M. K., Kalam, A., Mustafa, G., Srivastava, S., & Ali, S. K. (2022). Lead oxide nanodots synthesized by solvothermal and microwave assisted method and its comparative characterization. Asian Journal of Chemistry, 34(7), 1711–1717.

Iyyakkannu, S., Muthu, M., Gopal, J., Hasan, N., Ali, S. K., Shin, J., & Oh, J.-W. (2021). Nanochitosan: Commemorating the metamorphosis of an exoskeletal waste to a versatile nutraceutical. Nanomaterials, 11(3), 821.

Noreen, K., Khan, S. A., Mashhadi, S. F., Rahman, M. U., & Ali, S. K. (2018). Outcome of dietary intervention on weight and anthropometric indices of overweight and obese females: A randomized controlled trial. Pakistan Journal of Nutrition, 17(10), 456–462.

Muhammad Tahir | Mathematics | Young Scientist Award

Dr. Muhammad Tahir | Mathematics | Young Scientist Award

Gomal University | Pakistan

Dr. Muhammad Tahir is an emerging researcher and academic in the field of applied mathematics, with expertise spanning numerical analysis, fuzzy logic, artificial intelligence, and decision-making systems. He has served as a Lecturer in Mathematics at Beacon Light College, Pakistan, and as a Teaching Assistant at the Islamia University of Bahawalpur, where he contributed to curriculum development and quality enhancement initiatives. Dr. Tahir holds a Master of Science in Mathematics from the Islamia University of Bahawalpur, where his thesis focused on the “Numerical Study of Deformation of Bubbles Using Phase-Field Models with Decoupling Technique.” His research portfolio includes several high-impact publications in reputed journals such as Applied Soft Computing, European Journal of Pure and Applied Mathematics, and Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence. His studies cover topics like fuzzy set theory, cryptographic security, cyber risk mitigation, environmental sustainability, and multi-criteria decision-making. Dr. Tahir’s recent works emphasize hybrid intelligence frameworks, machine learning-integrated decision systems, and quantum-resistant cryptography. He has presented his research at international conferences in Turkey, demonstrating his commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration and computational innovation. His scholarly contributions continue to advance soft computing, mathematical modeling, and intelligent decision-making for industrial and environmental applications.

Profiles : Scopus | Orcid

Featured Publications

Kamran, M., Zhang, Q., Pamucar, D., Tahir, M., & Simic, V. (2025). Enhancing confidence level in decision-making frameworks using Fermatean fuzzy rough sets: Application in Industry 4.0. Applied Soft Computing.

Tahir, M., Kfueit, K., Rasheed, M., Hanan, A., & Shahid, M. I. (2025, October 4). Pythagorean soft sets and hypersoft sets: A comprehensive framework for advanced uncertainty modeling in decision making. Spectrum of Decision Making and Applications.

Luo Kun | Economics, Econometrics and Finance | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Luo Kun | Economics, Econometrics and Finance | Best Researcher Award

Anhui Normal University | Zimbabwe

Prof. Luo Kun is a distinguished scholar in industrial economics, financial management, and corporate governance, with a notable academic footprint reflected in his h-index of 5, 10 publications, and 125 citations across 122 documents. He earned his Doctorate in Industrial Economics from East China Normal University, following a Master’s in Comparative Education (Education Economics) from Sichuan Normal University and a Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy from the Industrial and Commercial University of Chongqing. Currently serving as a Professor and Doctoral Supervisor at the School of Economics and Management, Anhui Normal University, he has also been a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Shanghai University of Finance and Economics. Prof. Luo’s research primarily explores corporate sustainability, environmental governance, and green transformation in Chinese enterprises. His impactful works, published in top-tier journals such as The British Accounting Review, Sustainable Development, Business Ethics, the Environment & Responsibility, and Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Management, highlight the intersection of governance, innovation, and environmental responsibility. Over his career, he has led several key research projects funded by the Ministry of Education and Anhui Province, contributing significantly to advancing corporate ESG practices, behavioral economics, and institutional reforms in higher education and state-owned enterprises.

Profile : Scopus

Featured Publications

Luo, K., Gao, T. Y., Tian, G. G., & Yao, D. F. (2025). Green is the new gold: The role of professional managers in enhancing ESG performance in Chinese state-owned enterprises. The British Accounting Review. (Forthcoming)

Luo, K., & Wang, X. L. (2025). Green investor entry and corporate green transformation: Evidence from Chinese resource-based industry. Resources Policy. (Forthcoming)

Luo, K., Liu, X. Y., Wang, X. L., & Ye, L. (2024). High-speed rail opening and corporate environmental responsibility performance: Analysis of talent aggregation and supervisory pressure. Business Ethics, the Environment & Responsibility. (Forthcoming)

Luo, K., Huang, Y., & Lv, Y. (2024). Non-state shareholder governance and corporate sustainability: Evidence from environmental, social and governance ratings. Sustainable Development, 32(1), 211–226.

Luo, K., & Zhang, K. (2024). Executive's environmental background and sustainable development: Evidence from substantial green innovation. Sustainable Development, 32(5), 4812–4828.

Chen, S., Leng, X., & Luo, K. (2024). Supply chain digitalization and corporate ESG performance. American Journal of Economics and Sociology, 00, 1–27.

Luo, K., Gao, T. Y., & Li, Y. X. (2023). Board authority culture, cultural diversity and corporate innovation. China Journal of Accounting Studies.

Luo, K., & Wu, S. (2022). Corporate sustainability and analysts’ earnings forecast accuracy: Evidence from environmental, social and governance ratings. Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Management, 29(5), 1465–1481.

Luo, K., Lim, E., Qu, W., & Zhang, X. (2021). Board cultural diversity, government intervention and corporate innovation effectiveness: Evidence from China. Journal of Contemporary Accounting & Economics, 17(2).