Fabrice Vidal | Computer Science | Research Excellence Award

Fabrice Vidal | Computer Science | Research Excellence Award

Hospital center|France

Dr. Fabrice Vidal is a hospital pharmacist with extensive experience in hospital pharmacy management, medication safety, and healthcare quality systems. Since 2014, he has served as a Hospital Practitioner and Head of the Pharmacy for Internal Use at the Centre Hospitalier de Dax, where he plays a central role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant use of medicines and medical devices. His responsibilities include the management of medical devices, oversight of pharmaceutical logistics, and active participation in the quality management of medication use and the overall medication care pathway. He has contributed significantly to the modernization of hospital pharmacy operations through involvement in the implementation of a Warehouse Management System and the development and deployment of computerized prescribing decision-support software. His expertise also extends to the validation of chemotherapy prescriptions, ensuring adherence to clinical protocols and patient safety standards. In addition, he has participated in pharmaceutical on-call duties related to medication safety and emergency preparedness. Prior to his permanent appointment, he worked as a full-time contractual Hospital Practitioner at the same institution, gaining strong operational experience within the Pharmacy for Internal Use.


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Graça Andrade | Psychology | Research Excellence Award

Graça Andrade | Psychology | Research Excellence Award

Escola Superior de Saúde de Lisboa | Portugal

Prof. Graça Andrade is an accomplished academic and researcher in the field of health psychology, with a strong focus on health behavior, nutrition psychology, and mental health among student populations. She has been affiliated for over two decades with the Higher School of Health Technology at the Lisbon Polytechnic Institute, where she serves as an Assistant Professor in Human and Social Sciences. Throughout her academic career, she has been actively involved in teaching, research, and institutional development, contributing significantly to the integration of psychological principles within health education and professional training. Her teaching and scholarly work emphasize the psychosocial determinants of health, promoting evidence-based approaches to behavior change, well-being, and preventive health practices. She completed her doctoral studies in Health Psychology at the Psychology College of the University of Lisbon, where her research strengthened interdisciplinary links between psychology, health sciences, and education.

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Ana Iolanda Voda | Management and Accounting | Research Excellence Award

Ana Iolanda Voda | Management and Accounting | Research Excellence Award

Alexandru Ioan Cuza University | Romania

Associate Professor Dr. Ana Iolanda Voda, PhD, is an accomplished academic and researcher with extensive experience in higher education, scientific research, and international academic collaboration. She holds a doctoral degree and has built a strong professional profile through sustained contributions to teaching, research, and scholarly leadership within her field. Her academic work reflects a deep commitment to advancing knowledge, fostering critical thinking, and integrating interdisciplinary perspectives into both research and pedagogy. As an associate professor, she has been actively involved in curriculum development, mentoring undergraduate and postgraduate students, and supervising academic research, contributing to the development of future scholars and professionals. Her research interests span key thematic areas relevant to contemporary scientific and societal challenges, and her work has been disseminated through peer-reviewed journal articles, conference proceedings, and academic projects at national and international levels.

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Tolera Abdissa Feyissa | Engineering | Most Cited Article Award

Tolera Abdissa Feyissa | Engineering | Most Cited Article Award

Rostock University | Germany

Mr. Tolera Abdissa Feyissa is an academic and researcher in the field of Hydraulic and Water Resources Engineering with extensive experience in teaching, research, and academic leadership. He has served in higher education for more than a decade, progressing through roles as graduate assistant, assistant lecturer, lecturer, and assistant professor within engineering institutions. His academic work focuses on hydraulics, hydrology, flood and drought risk management, groundwater hydrology, open channel flow, hydraulic structures, and water resources planning and management. He has played a significant role in postgraduate education, including coordinating a Home Grown Postgraduate Program in collaboration with international partners, where he was responsible for organizing research activities, coordinating scholars, and strengthening academic capacity. In addition to teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses, he has supervised and advised master’s students in hydraulic engineering on a wide range of research topics and has been actively involved in laboratory-based experimental work in hydraulic engineering. He has also contributed to academic administration and research development through leadership roles such as Research and Publication Director, supporting research dissemination and institutional research performance. His teaching portfolio includes core and advanced courses in hydraulics, surface and groundwater hydrology, environmental impact assessment, and water resources systems.

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Christos Antonopoulos | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Christos Antonopoulos | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

University of the Peloponnese | Greece

Associate Professor Christos P. Antonopoulos is an academic and researcher in the field of Electrical Engineering and Computer Technology, with strong expertise in telecommunication systems and embedded systems. He obtained his Diploma and PhD in Electrical Engineering and Computer Technology from the ECE Department of the University of Patras, Greece. He currently serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of the Peloponnese, Greece. His research career spans more than two decades, during which he has been actively involved in a large number of competitive research projects at both European and national levels. He has participated in over 22 European research projects under FP5, FP6, FP7, and Horizon 2020 frameworks, as well as more than 10 Greek national research projects, holding significant technical and managerial roles and contributing extensively to the preparation of successful research proposals. His scientific output is substantial, with more than 100 publications in high-quality international journals and conference proceedings, along with 13 book chapters, collectively receiving over 1,200 citations.

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Md Nahid Uz Zaman | Nursing and Health Professions | Research Excellence Award

Md Nahid Uz Zaman | Nursing and Health Professions | Research Excellence Award

Hokkaido University |  Japan

Mr. Md. Nahid Uz Zaman is a registered nurse and global health researcher with more than a decade of professional experience across government and private healthcare systems. Academically distinguished, he ranked first in his Bachelor of Science in Nursing and holds two master’s degrees, one in Nutritional Science and Food Technology and another in Public Health with a specialization in Epidemiology. He is currently pursuing doctoral studies at Hokkaido University, Japan, supported by a prestigious JICA scholarship. His research centers on menstrual health and hygiene (MHH), gender equity, and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) in low-resource settings, with funding support from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. His work emphasizes equity-driven, culturally responsive approaches to improving health outcomes for marginalized populations. He has conducted extensive fieldwork across South and Southeast Asia as well as Japan, generating comparative insights into community health systems and social determinants of health. His research has been presented at leading international forums, including the Sustainable Research and Innovation (SRI) Conference in Finland, reflecting strong engagement with the global research community.

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Eid Alotaibi | Management and Accounting | Research Excellence Award

Eid Alotaibi | Management and Accounting | Research Excellence Award

Princess Norah University | Saudi Arabia

Dr. Eid Alotaibi is an Associate Professor of Hospitality and Tourism Management at Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, where he contributes to teaching, research, and academic leadership in the field of hospitality and tourism studies. His academic work is centered on hospitality management, travel and tourism development, and the strategic and operational dimensions of tourism organizations, with a particular emphasis on service quality, destination management, and sustainable tourism practices. Through his teaching, he is actively involved in developing curricula that align academic knowledge with industry needs, preparing students to meet the evolving challenges of the global hospitality and tourism sector. His research interests reflect contemporary issues in tourism and hospitality, including tourism planning, customer experience, organizational performance, and innovation in tourism services, and his scholarly contributions have been published in reputable academic journals. As a faculty member at a leading women’s university, he also supports academic excellence and research-driven education, contributing to institutional initiatives aimed at advancing hospitality and tourism education.

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Himadri Tanaya Das | Materials Science | Research Excellence Award

Himadri Tanaya Das | Materials Science | Research Excellence Award

Utkal University | India

Dr. Himadri Tanaya Das is an accomplished researcher and academic specializing in electrochemical energy storage and conversion systems, with a strong focus on batteries and supercapacitors for next-generation hybrid energy storage devices. Recognized as a World Top 2% Scientist, his research is driven by the growing global demand for high-performance, sustainable energy solutions aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal. Affordable and Clean Energy. His work emphasizes the experimental design and development of advanced electrode materials aimed at significantly enhancing energy and power density beyond the limits of conventional commercial batteries. With extensive research experience in hybrid electronics, he has contributed substantially to the advancement of self-powered and high-efficiency energy storage systems. His research outcomes have been widely published in reputed international journals and have led to the successful filing of patents, reflecting both scientific impact and translational relevance.

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Shuya Yang | Immunology and Microbiology | Research Excellence Award

Shuya Yang | Immunology and Microbiology | Research Excellence Award

Air Force Medical University of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army | China

Prof. Yang Shuya is a Chinese immunologist and Research Fellow at the Department of Immunology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Air Force Medical University of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army. She holds a PhD in Basic Medicine with a specialization in Immunology, obtained through a direct-entry doctoral program, following her undergraduate training in Clinical Medicine. Her research focuses on cellular and molecular immunity, tumor immunology, tumor metabolic regulation, and the molecular mechanisms underlying immunotherapy. Over the course of her academic career, she has progressed through positions including Teaching Assistant, Lecturer, Associate Professor, and Associate Director, reflecting sustained contributions to research, education, and academic leadership. She has been recognized through several competitive talent programs, including provincial- and city-level youth talent promotion initiatives, highlighting her academic potential and impact. Yang Shuya actively contributes to the national academic community as an expert in the National Graduate Education Evaluation and Monitoring Expert Database and serves on professional committees related to neuroimmunology and medical exchange. She is also a member of multiple scientific and medical associations, with a strong commitment to advancing immunology research and interdisciplinary collaboration. In addition to her research and teaching roles, she is engaged in academic publishing and peer review, serving on the editorial board of an international biomedical journal and acting as a reviewer for several SCI-indexed journals in immunology, genetics, virology, and bioengineering. Through her work, she aims to advance understanding of tumor–immune interactions and metabolic regulation, contributing to the development of innovative immunotherapeutic strategies and the cultivation of high-quality biomedical research and education.

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Theodore Metaxas | Econometrics and Finance | Research Excellence Award

Theodore Metaxas | Econometrics and Finance | Research Excellence Award

University Og Thessaly | Greece

Dr. Theodore Metaxas is Professor of Economic Development at the University of Thessaly, Greece, where he also serves as Director of the Postgraduate Programme in Planning and Development of Tourism and Culture and as a tactical member of the University’s Quality Assurance Committee. He holds a PhD in Urban Studies and an MSc in Planning and Regional Development from the University of Thessaly, an MBA from Kingston University in the United Kingdom, and a BSc in Economics from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. His academic and professional work focuses on local and regional economic development, tourism and cultural planning, mega projects, sustainable urban and city development, and strategic planning, with a strong emphasis on applied research methods. Dr. Metaxas has developed an extensive research profile through publications in international peer-reviewed journals, edited volumes, and conference proceedings, contributing significantly to debates on place competitiveness, city branding, cultural economy, and development policy. His work often bridges theory and practice, examining how strategic planning, governance, and cultural and tourism assets can be leveraged to support sustainable regional growth. He is actively engaged in academic networks and research collaborations at national and international levels and maintains a strong presence across major academic and research platforms. Through his teaching, supervision, and programme leadership, he has contributed to the education and training of graduate and postgraduate students in economics, planning, tourism, and development studies. Dr. Metaxas is recognized for his interdisciplinary approach, combining economics, planning, and policy analysis to address contemporary challenges in regional and urban development, and for his ongoing contribution to quality assurance, curriculum development, and academic governance within higher education.

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