Zakaria Mani | Nursing and Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

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Zakaria Mani | Nursing and Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

Jazan University | Saudi Arabia

Dr. Zakaria Ahmed Mani is a distinguished emergency nursing researcher and academic leader recognized for his extensive contributions to disaster preparedness, emergency healthcare, and nursing education. A Monash University alumnus with a PhD and Master’s degree in Emergency Nursing, he has developed a global reputation for advancing nursing competencies and evidence-based emergency care practices. With over 28 peer-reviewed publications in high-impact international journals, his scholarly work spans a wide range of critical themes including disaster and conflict-zone healthcare, climate change adaptation, end-of-life care, and the integration of artificial intelligence into nursing and public health systems. Dr. Mani has held significant academic leadership roles, most notably as Vice Dean of Academic Affairs at the College of Nursing, Jazan University, where he played a pivotal role in curriculum innovation, quality assurance, and faculty development. His research on competency-based education and preparedness for humanitarian crises has influenced emergency care frameworks and professional training models across the Middle East and beyond. In addition to his academic achievements, Dr. Mani contributes to the global nursing research community as an Associate Editor, Lead Guest Editor, and reviewer for leading journals in nursing and disaster medicine. His interdisciplinary and forward-looking research continues to strengthen the global dialogue on improving healthcare resilience, professional competency, and system readiness in the face of emerging public health and environmental challenges.

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Featured Publications

Mani, Z. A. (2025). Transitioning to competency-based education in nursing: A scoping review of curriculum review and revision strategies. BMC Nursing, 24(1), 1111.

Mani, Z. A. (2025). The global alarming impact of extreme heat waves: A retrospective analysis. Prehospital and Disaster Medicine, 40(S1),

Mani, Z. A., Innab, A., & Taleb, F. (2025). Assessing the frontline competency gap: Emergency care perceptions among nurses in Yemen’s conflict zone. International Nursing Review, 72(2),

Mani, Z. A., & Albagawi, B. (2024). AI frontiers in emergency care: The next evolution of nursing interventions. Frontiers in Public Health, 12, 1439412.

Mani, Z. A. (2024). Bridging cultural gaps in end-of-life care: The experiences of international charge nurses in Saudi Arabia. BMC Nursing, 23(1), 865.

Mani, Z. A., & Goniewicz, K. (2024). Assessing the public health consequences of terrorist attacks on telecommunications infrastructure: A global analysis. Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness, 18,

Wayne McCormick | Medicine and Dentistry | Excellence in Citation Achievement Award

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Wayne McCormick | Medicine and Dentistry | Excellence in Citation Achievement Award

University of Washington | United States

Dr. Wayne C. McCormick, MD, MPH, FACP, is a distinguished Professor of Medicine at the University of Washington School of Medicine, where he holds the William Colson Endowed Chair in Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine. As Division Head of Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine, he has provided exceptional leadership in advancing clinical care, education, and research in aging and palliative medicine. A graduate of Washington University Medical School and the University of Washington School of Public Health, Dr. McCormick completed his medical training at Michael Reese Hospital in Chicago, where he served as Chief Medical Resident before joining the University of Washington faculty in 1990. Over his decades-long career, he has made significant contributions to the fields of geriatrics, hospice, and palliative medicine, serving as Program Director of the Palliative Medicine Fellowship and Director of Palliative Care Services at Harborview Medical Center. He has been recognized with numerous honors, including multiple “Top Doctor” awards from Seattle Magazine and the Harborview Cares Service Excellence Award. A Fellow of the American College of Physicians and past president of both the American Academy of Home Care Physicians and the American Geriatrics Society, Dr. McCormick has played a vital role in shaping national standards for elder care and end-of-life practice. His editorial work for leading journals such as the New England Journal of Medicine and Journal of the American Geriatrics Society underscores his scholarly influence. Deeply committed to mentorship, he has guided generations of medical students, residents, and fellows. Through his extensive leadership, teaching, and clinical service, Dr. McCormick has made enduring contributions to improving the quality of life for older adults and advancing excellence in geriatric and palliative medicine.

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Featured Publications

  • Lee, C. S., Gibbons, L. E., Lee, A. Y., Yanagihara, R. T., Blazes, M. S., Lee, M. L., McCurry, S. M., Bowen, J. D., McCormick, W. C., Crane, P. K., & Larson, E. B. (2022). Association between cataract extraction and development of dementia. JAMA Internal Medicine, 182(2), 134-141.

  • Mohammed, A., Gibbons, L. E., Gates, G., Anderson, M. L., McCurry, S. M., McCormick, W., … Larson, E. B. (2022). Association of performance on dichotic auditory tests with risk for incident dementia and Alzheimer dementia. JAMA Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery, 148(1), 20-27.

  • Alzheimer’s Disease Genetics Consortium. (2022). Manifestations of Alzheimer’s disease genetic risk in the blood are evident in a multiomic analysis in healthy adults aged 18 to 90. Scientific Reports, 12(1),

  • Bellenguez, C., Küçükali, F., Jansen, I. E., Amin, N., Ahmad, S., Lovestone, S., Smith, A. D., Warden, D., Wilcock, G., Laitinen, T., van Duijn, C. M., … (and many others) (2022). New insights into the genetic etiology of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Nature Genetics, 54(4), 412-436.

  • Lee, C. S., … (2023). Diabetic retinopathy and dementia association, beyond diabetes severity. American Journal of Ophthalmology.

RS pandey | Earth and Planetary Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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RS pandey | Earth and Planetary Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Amity Institute of Applied Sciences Amity University UP | India

Prof. Rama Shankar Pandey is a distinguished Professor in the Department of Applied Physics at the Amity Institute of Applied Sciences, Amity University, Noida, India. He earned his M.Sc. in Physics from Magadh University, Bodh Gaya, and his Ph.D. in Physics from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT-BHU), Varanasi, where his doctoral research focused on the “Study of Low Frequency Emissions in Inhomogeneous Magneto Plasma” under the supervision of Prof. K. D. Misra. With over two decades of teaching experience and 26 years of postdoctoral research, Prof. Pandey has made notable contributions to plasma physics, planetary magnetospheres, and solid-state plasma research. He has successfully led and completed several major research projects funded by prestigious national agencies, including ISRO and DRDO, and is currently leading an ongoing project supported by SERB on electromagnetic and electrostatic plasma waves in Jupiter’s magnetosphere. His earlier ISRO-funded studies explored the interaction of electromagnetic waves with high-energy plasma in Uranus and low-frequency plasma waves in Saturn’s magnetosphere, while his DRDO collaboration focused on developing doped barium zirconate titanate ceramics for acoustic emission sensor applications. As Head of the Department, he demonstrated academic leadership and contributed significantly to curriculum development and research enhancement. His primary research interests span instabilities in magneto plasma, ionospheric plasma, planetary atmospheres, semiconductor plasma, and free electron lasers. Prof. Pandey’s extensive experience with space plasma data analysis, particularly through ISRO’s SROSS-C2 program, reflects his deep engagement with experimental and theoretical plasma physics. A recognized scholar with an active publication record indexed in Scopus and Web of Science, Prof. Pandey continues to advance the frontiers of applied physics and space plasma research in India.

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Featured Publications

  • Misra, K. D., & Pandey, R. S. (1995). Generation of whistler emissions by injection of hot electrons in the presence of perpendicular A.C. electric field. Journal of Geophysical Research, 100, 19405–19411.

  • Misra, K. D., & Pandey, R. S. (2002). Excitation of oblique whistler waves in magnetosphere and in interplanetary space at 1 A.U. Earth, Planets and Space, 54(2), 159–165.

  • Pandey, R. P., Singh, K. K., Singh, K. M., & Pandey, R. S. (2001). A theoretical study of whistler mode instability at Uranian bow shock. Earth, Moon, and Planets, 87, 59–71.

  • Pandey, R. P., Karim, S. M., Singh, K. M., & Pandey, R. S. (2003). Effect of cold plasma injection on whistler mode instability triggered by perpendicular A.C. electric field at Uranus. Earth, Moon, and Planets, 91(4), 195–207.

  • Pandey, R. P., Pandey, R. S., & Misra, K. D. (2003). Temporal evolution of whistler mode instability due to cold plasma injection in the presence of perpendicular A.C. electric field in the magnetosphere of Uranus. Earth, Moon, and Planets, 91(4), 209–222.

  • Misra, K. D., & Pandey, R. S. (1997). Oblique electrostatic ion-cyclotron instability in auroral magnetosphere in the presence of electric field. Indian Journal of Radio and Space Physics, 26, 230–235.

Elizabeth Middleton | Earth and Planetary Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Elizabeth Middleton | Earth and Planetary Sciences | Best Researcher Award

University of Maryland, Baltimore County, MD, USA | United States

Dr. Elizabeth M. Middleton is a distinguished research scientist and senior research consultant at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC), with decades of leadership in carbon dynamics, photobiology, and vegetation remote sensing, including spectroscopy and fluorescence-based satellite observation. Over her extensive career at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) , she made pioneering contributions to global-scale ecosystem monitoring and Earth observation missions. She served in several key roles, including Project Manager of the Eastern Regional Remote Sensing Applications Center, Principal Investigator for major projects such as the Boreal Ecosystem Atmosphere Study (BOREAS) in Canada and NASA’s Carbon Cycle Science Program, and Deputy Project Manager for the Large-Scale Biosphere-Atmosphere Experiment in Amazonia (LBA). As EO-1 Mission Scientist for NASA’s Earth Observer-1 satellite and GSFC Lead Scientist for the Hyperspectral Infrared Imager (HyspIRI) concept, she was instrumental in advancing satellite technologies for monitoring ecosystem productivity. Her research has significantly enhanced understanding of light use efficiency, vegetation fluorescence, and biosphere-atmosphere interactions. Dr. Middleton has also contributed as a member of the European Space Agency’s Fluorescence Explorer (FLEX) advisory group and as co-investigator in joint NASA/ESA field campaigns. An active member of several professional societies including ESA, AIBS, IEEE, and AGU, she has served as guest editor for multiple leading journals in remote sensing and as a reviewer and panelist for numerous scientific programs. Recognized through numerous NASA awards—including the Exceptional Service Medal and the Nordberg Award for Outstanding Earth Science—her career embodies scientific excellence and sustained contributions to advancing ecological and atmospheric research through remote sensing innovation.

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Featured Publications

Huemmrich, K. F., Campbell, P. E. K., Harding, D. J., Ranson, K. J., Wynne, R., Thomas, V., & Middleton, E. M. (2022). Evaluating approaches relating ecosystem productivity with DESIS spectral information. International Archives of the Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences, XLVI-1/W1-2021, 31–37.

Huemmrich, K. F., Campbell, P. K., Landis, D. R., & Middleton, E. M. (2019). Developing a common globally applicable method for optical remote sensing of ecosystem light use efficiency. Remote Sensing of Environment, 230, 111190.

Huemmrich, K. F., Campbell, P., Vargas, S. A., Sackett, S., Unger, S., May, J., Tweedie, C., Joiner, J., Yoshida, Y., & Middleton, E. (2022). Leaf-level chlorophyll fluorescence and reflectance spectra of high latitude plants. Environmental Research Communications, 4(3), 035001.

Joiner, J., Yoshida, Y., Anderson, M., Holmes, T., Hain, C., Reichle, R., Koster, R., Middleton, E., & Zeng, F. (2018). Global relationships between satellite-derived solar-induced fluorescence (SIF), traditional vegetation indices (NDVI and NDII), evapotranspiration (ET), and soil moisture anomalies. Remote Sensing of Environment, 219, 339–352

Nichol, C. J., Drolet, G., Porcar-Castell, A., Maclellan, C., Wade, T., Sabater, N., Middleton, E. M., MacLellan, C., Levula, J., Mammarella, I., Vesala, T., & Atherton, J. A. (2019). Diurnal and seasonal solar-induced chlorophyll fluorescence in a boreal Scots pine canopy. Remote Sensing, 11(3), 273.

Sabater, N., Vicent, J., Alonso, L., Verrelst, J., Middleton, E. M., Atherton, J., Porcar-Castell, A., & Moreno, J. (2018). Compensation of oxygen transmittance effects for proximal sensing retrieval of canopy-leaving sun-induced chlorophyll fluorescence. Remote Sensing, 10(10), 1551.

Asadi Srinivasulu | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

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Asadi Srinivasulu | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

University of Newcastle | Australia

Dr. Asadi Srinivasulu is an accomplished academic and researcher with over 24 years of combined teaching and industry experience in the field of Computer Science and Information Technology. He earned his B.Tech in Computer Science Engineering from Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati, and his M.Tech in Intelligent Systems from the Indian Institute of Information Technology, Allahabad. He holds a Ph.D. in Data Science from JNTU Anantapur and is currently pursuing a second Ph.D. in Artificial Intelligence at IIIT Allahabad as a working professional under the supervision of Prof. Anupam Agrawal. He is presently a Visiting Researcher at crcCARE, the University of Newcastle, Australia, and previously served as Head of Research & OpenLabs in Information Technology at BlueCrest University, Monrovia, Liberia, as well as a Subject Matter Expert at Deloitte, Delhi. His research expertise spans Data Science, Big Data Analytics, Data Mining, Artificial Intelligence, Robotic Process Automation, Cloud Computing, Pattern Recognition, Machine Learning, and Software Engineering. Dr. Srinivasulu has reviewed 96 research theses and guided multiple Ph.D., M.Tech, and B.Tech scholars. A holder of numerous professional certifications, including seven IBM and multiple Microsoft, edX, NPTEL, and IIT-Bombay credentials, he is also a professional member of several renowned organizations such as IEEE, ACM, CSI, ISTE, and NASSCOM. He serves on the editorial boards of various international journals and has acted as a reviewer for leading publishers including Springer, Elsevier, IEEE, and Hindawi. Throughout his career, he has contributed to academic and institutional development through leadership roles in R&D, accreditation, curriculum development, and innovation initiatives, reflecting his dedication to advancing research, technology, and education in the global IT landscape.

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Featured Publications

Asadi Srinivasulu, Dolly Diana, P., Asadi Saketh Ram, Goddindla, S., & Uma, T. G. (2024). AI-driven strategic HR: Maximizing employee productivity for global competitiveness. Journal of Advanced Artificial Intelligence, 1(2), 21–35.

Asadi Srinivasulu, & Clement Varaprasad, K. (2024). Enhancing safety and efficiency in autonomous vehicles through integrated AI technologies. Journal of Research in Engineering and Computer Science, 2(3), 1–25.

Asadi Srinivasulu, Goddindla, S., Ramineni, R. R., Billa, S. B., & Akhila, S. P. (2024). Advanced RTD prediction and optimization in three-phase bubble column reactors: Leveraging deep learning for enhanced industrial efficiency. Biomedical Journal of Scientific & Technical Research, 59(5),

Asadi Srinivasulu, & Goddindla, S. (2024). Operational issues and strategies of three-phase fluidized bed bioreactors for enzymatic production of gluconic acid. International Journal of Food and Nutritional Sciences, 11(13), 3502–3521.

Asadi Srinivasulu, & Goddindla, S. (2024). Healthcare applications of gluconic acid: A comprehensive review and insights. International Journal of Food and Nutritional Sciences, 11(11),

Asadi Srinivasulu, & Rajeyyagari, S. (2024). Myocarditis detection using proximal policy optimization and mutual learning. Journal of Artificial Intelligence and System Modelling, 1(4), 32–49.

Asadi Srinivasulu, & Palanisamy, V. (2024). Data-driven revolution in academic support for mathematics underachievers through random forest individual and hybrid model. Journal of Artificial Intelligence and System Modelling, 1(4),

Jingfeng Li | Genetics and Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

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Jingfeng Li | Genetics and Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

School of Pharmacy, Yantai University | China

Dr. Jingfeng Li is a distinguished molecular biologist and biotechnology expert with extensive experience in cancer research and gene therapy innovation. He currently serves as a Professor at the School of Pharmacy, Yantai University, where he leads pioneering research on the molecular mechanisms underlying the tumor-suppressive effects of oncolytic HSV1 viruses across various solid tumors. Concurrently, as Chief Science Officer, Chief Scientist, and Deputy General Manager at Beijing WellGene Company Ltd., Dr. Li oversees the strategic development and implementation of advanced gene therapy pipelines, guiding the company’s research, innovation, and product development in alignment with global biomedical trends. His career reflects a deep commitment to translational research, having previously held academic positions at The Ohio State University, where his team investigated the molecular pathways driving HPV-associated head, neck, and cervical cancers, and conducted significant studies on transposon epigenetics and hereditary disease gene cloning. Earlier in his career, at the National Cancer Institute (NIH), he focused on DNA methylation and retrotransposon polymorphisms, contributing to foundational insights in tumor biology. Dr. Li’s entrepreneurial endeavors include founding Singlebase LLC in the United States, where he developed genetic testing products for targeted lung cancer therapy, including fusion detection and resistance mutation assays. A Ph.D. graduate from the Karolinska Institute in Cell and Tumor Biology, Dr. Li has been recognized for his leadership and innovation, notably as part of Beijing’s Overseas Talent Gathering Project and as a Yicheng Outstanding Talent. His work has been presented at major international conferences, including the International Papillomavirus Conference and the CGCS Summit on Cell and Gene Therapy, reflecting his global reputation in advancing the frontiers of molecular oncology and gene therapy.

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Featured Publications

Lv, J., Zhu, W., Xie, X., Tian, C., Zhu, C., Hu, Z., Li, Y., Shao, M., Liu, W., Ma, D., Wang, S., Li, X., & Li, J. (2026). Engineered oncolytic herpes simplex virus expressing interleukin 12 suppresses tumorigenicity of hepatocellular carcinoma. Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) – Molecular Basis of Disease, 1872(1), 168033.

Hu, Z., Liu, W., Liu, J., Zhou, H., Sun, C., Tian, C., Guo, X., Zhu, C., Shao, M., Wang, S., Zhu, W., Li, X., & Li, J. (2024). The anti-tumor efficacy of a recombinant oncolytic herpes simplex virus mediated CRISPR/Cas9 delivery targeting in HPV16-positive cervical cancer. Manuscript submitted for publication.

Zhu, W., Shao, M., Tian, C., Yang, J., Zhou, H., Liu, J., Sun, C., Liu, M., Wang, J., Zhu, C., Wei, L., Li, S., Li, X.#, & Li, J.# (2024). Synergistic induction of systemic antitumor immunity in bilateral tumor models through combined treatment with oncolytic virus VT1092M and anti-PD-L1 antibody.

Tian, C., Liu, J., Zhou, H., Li, J., Sun, C., Zhu, W., Yin, Y., & Li, X. (2021). Enhanced anti-tumor response elicited by a novel oncolytic HSV-1 engineered with an anti-PD-1 antibody. Cancer Letters, 518, 49–58.

Zhu, W., Lv, J., Xie, X., Tian, C., Liu, J., Zhou, H., Sun, C., Li, J., Hu, Z., & Li, X. (2021). The oncolytic virus VT09X optimizes immune checkpoint therapy in low immunogenic melanoma. Immunology Letters, 241, 15–22.

Mehmet Özgüe Çelik | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Mehmet Özgüe Çelik | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Mersin University | Turkey

Dr. Mehmet Özgür Çelik is a dedicated researcher and academic in the Department of Geomatics Engineering at Mersin University, Türkiye. With a strong academic foundation that includes a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Geomatics Engineering from Karadeniz Technical University and a Ph.D. in Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems, his work bridges advanced spatial technologies with pressing environmental challenges. His research primarily focuses on Geographic Information Systems (GIS), remote sensing applications, groundwater monitoring, climate change analysis, and land administration systems. Through his scholarly pursuits, Dr. Çelik explores innovative methods for integrating spatial data and satellite imagery to support sustainable resource management, environmental monitoring, and spatial planning. As a Research Assistant, he has contributed to multiple academic projects and publications that advance understanding in geospatial modeling, environmental assessment, and the application of geoinformatics in decision-making processes. His work is distinguished by its interdisciplinary nature, combining technical precision with environmental and societal relevance. Actively involved in academic research communities, Dr. Çelik maintains an active presence on platforms such as ORCID, ResearchGate, Google Scholar, and Publons, where his studies contribute to the global discourse on geospatial science and environmental sustainability. His commitment to leveraging GIS and remote sensing technologies to address challenges related to climate change, land use, and water resources underscores his vision of using spatial intelligence for a more sustainable and data-driven future.

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Featured Publications

  • Çelik, M. Ö., Orhan, O., & Kurt, M. A. (2025, October 1–3). Mersin’de iklim değişikliğinin avokado yetiştiriciliğine etkilerinin MaxEnt ile tahmini ve mevcut arazi örtüsü ile karşılaştırılması [Symposium presentation]. TMMOB Harita ve Kadastro Mühendisleri Odası, 20. Türkiye Harita Bilimsel ve Teknik Kurultayı, Ankara, Türkiye.

  • Çelik, M. Ö., Orhan, O., & Kurt, M. A. (2025). Drivers and impacts of climate change: Comprehensive review of natural and anthropogenic forcing with GCM-based projections. Geomatics and Environmental Engineering, 19(5), 71–101.

  • Çelik, M. Ö., Orhan, O., & Kurt, M. A. (2025). Predicting climate change impacts on sub-tropical fruit suitability using MaxEnt: A regional study from Southern Türkiye. Sustainability, 17(12), 5487.

  • Çoruhlu, Y. E., Alemdar, A., & Çelik, M. Ö. (2024). Investigating the possible effects of the authorization of notaries in real estate selling transactions on the land registry system, with Cadastre 2014’s vision and the light of the opinions of the employees of GDLRC. The Black Sea Journal of Sciences, 14(3), 1245–1274.

  • Çelik, M. Ö., Kuşak, L., & Yakar, M. (2024). Assessment of groundwater potential zones utilizing geographic information system-based Analytical Hierarchy Process, Vlse Kriterijumska Optimizacija Kompromisno Resenje, and Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution methods: A case study in Mersin, Türkiye. Sustainability, 16(5), 2202.

  • Çelik, M. Ö., & Çoruhlu, Y. E. (2021, November). Development of an object-oriented geographical data model for the management of SPEA. In International Conference on Mediterranean Geosciences Union (pp. 271–274).

Mehdi Zarei | Immunology and Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

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Mehdi Zarei | Immunology and Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz | Iran

Professor Mehdi Zarei is a distinguished academic and researcher in the Department of Food Hygiene at Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz, where he has made significant contributions to the fields of food safety, quality assurance, and food microbiology. His research primarily focuses on the detection, control, and prevention of microbial contamination in food products, ensuring public health protection through scientific innovation and applied microbiological techniques. With extensive experience in foodborne pathogen analysis, microbial ecology, and the development of advanced methodologies for food quality assessment, Professor Zarei’s work bridges the gap between laboratory research and practical applications in the food industry. He has published numerous peer-reviewed articles in national and international journals, advancing knowledge in areas such as microbial resistance, spoilage mechanisms, and novel preservation technologies. His teaching excellence and mentorship have inspired many students and young researchers to pursue careers in food hygiene and microbiological research. Professor Zarei has also actively collaborated with governmental and industrial sectors to improve food safety standards and implement quality management systems that comply with global regulations. His dedication to interdisciplinary research and continuous innovation has earned him recognition as a leading expert in his field. Through his academic leadership, Professor Zarei continues to promote the integration of science, technology, and policy to ensure the production of safe and high-quality food, contributing to the advancement of food safety culture and sustainable development in the agri-food sector.

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Featured Publications

  • Ramezani, Z., Zarei, M., & Raminnejad, N. (2015). Comparing the effectiveness of chitosan and nanochitosan coatings on the quality of refrigerated silver carp fillets. Food Control, 51, 43–48.

  • Zarei, M., Jamnejad, A., & Khajehali, E. (2014). Antibacterial effect of silver nanoparticles against four foodborne pathogens. Jundishapur Journal of Microbiology, 7(1), e8720.

  • Mashhadi, N. S., Zakerkish, M., Mohammadiasl, J., Zarei, M., et al. (2018). Astaxanthin improves glucose metabolism and reduces blood pressure in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Asia Pacific Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 27(2), 341–346.

  • Farsi, F., Mohammadshahi, M., Alavinejad, P., Rezazadeh, A., Zarei, M., et al. (2016). Functions of coenzyme Q10 supplementation on liver enzymes, markers of systemic inflammation, and adipokines in patients affected by nonalcoholic fatty liver disease: A double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomized clinical trial. Journal of the American College of Nutrition, 35(4), 346–353.

  • Zarei, M., Maktabi, S., & Ghorbanpour, M. (2012). Prevalence of Listeria monocytogenes, Vibrio parahaemolyticus, Staphylococcus aureus, and Salmonella spp. in seafood products using multiplex polymerase chain reaction. Foodborne Pathogens and Disease, 9(2), 108–112.

  • Zarei, M., Fazlara, A., & Tulabifard, N. (2019). Effect of thermal treatment on physicochemical and antioxidant properties of honey. Heliyon, 5(6)

Mahmoud Mashal | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Mahmoud Mashal | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

University of Tehran | Iran

Dr. Mahmoud Mashal is a distinguished scholar and researcher in Civil Engineering, specializing in Hydraulics, with extensive academic and professional experience spanning several decades. He earned his Ph.D. in Civil Engineering with a focus on Hydraulics from the University of Manchester following his M.Sc. in Irrigation and Drainage Engineering  and B.Sc. in Irrigation Engineering  from Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz. Throughout his career, Dr. Mashal has been dedicated to advancing research and education in hydraulic structures, water resource management, and irrigation systems. His work integrates theoretical insights with practical applications to address complex challenges in water engineering, sustainable irrigation design, and environmental hydraulics. As a faculty member at the University of Tehran’s Aburaihan Campus, he has played a key role in teaching, mentoring graduate students, and conducting interdisciplinary research aimed at improving the efficiency and sustainability of water systems in arid and semi-arid regions. His scholarly contributions include numerous research papers, conference presentations, and technical reports that have strengthened the field’s understanding of hydraulic modeling, sediment transport, and water flow dynamics. Dr. Mashal’s expertise and leadership have earned him recognition within academic and professional circles, where he continues to contribute to national and international collaborations focused on water resource development and environmental protection. His commitment to innovation and applied research reflects a lifelong dedication to addressing global water challenges and fostering sustainable engineering practices for future generations.
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Featured Publications

  • Shokati, H., Mahmoud, M., Noroozi, A. A., Mirzaei, S., Mohammadi-Doqozloo, Z., Nabiollahi, K., Faghizadeh-Mehrjerdi, R., Khosravani, P., Adhikari, R., Hu, L., & Scholten, T. (2025). Comparing UAV-based hyperspectral and satellite-based multispectral data for soil moisture estimation using machine learning. Water, 17(11), 1715.

  • Zanjani, M., Mahmoud, M., & Pour Gholam Amiji, M. (2025). The effect of biochar and irrigation water quality on maize yield and water productivity. Iranian Journal of Irrigation and Drainage, 18(6), 927–936.

  • Ghasemnezhad, S., Nikoo, M. R., Mahmoud, M., Al-Rawas, G., Nazari, R., Azadegan, B., Mishra, A., & Simunek, J. (2025). A copula framework for depth-stratified water quality monitoring in reservoirs. Journal of Water Process Engineering, 2(2), 1–22.

  • Seyed Ali, H., Javadi, S., Mahmoud, M., Azadegan, B., & Havid, K. (2024). Assessment of water, food, and energy efficiency indicators with a nexus approach and sustainable agricultural management. Drought and Climate Change Research, 2(2), 57–76.

  • Shokati, H., Mahmoud, M., Noroozi, A. A., Abkar, A. A., Mirzaei, S., Mohammadi Forough, Z., Faghizadeh-Mehrjerdi, R., Khosravani, P., Nabiollahi, K., & Scholten, T. (2024). Random forest-based soil moisture estimation using Sentinel-2, Landsat-8/9, and UAV-based hyperspectral data. Remote Sensing, 16(11), 1962.

  • Bourbour, H., Abdolahipour, M., Abdollahi, H., & Mahmoud, M. (2024). Barley yield forecasting based on remote sensing data and XGBoost and SVM machine learning algorithms. Journal of Water and Irrigation Management (Journal of Agriculture), 13(4), 1119–1137.

Anam Azam | Econometrics and Finance | Best Researcher Award

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Anam Azam | Econometrics and Finance | Best Researcher Award

Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research ISI (FHG) | Germany

Dr. Anam Azam is an accomplished researcher and academic specializing in energy and environmental economics, currently serving as a Postdoctoral Fellow under the International Climate Protection (ICP) Fellowship Program at the Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research ISI in Karlsruhe, Germany. She earned her Ph.D. in Economics from the School of Economics and Management at North China Electric Power University, China, where her doctoral dissertation explored the complex nexus between energy, growth, environment, and development in emerging economies. Her academic journey reflects a strong interdisciplinary foundation, with advanced degrees in International Economics and Trade, Sociology, Education, and Economics, obtained from leading universities in China and Pakistan. Prior to her current fellowship, Dr. Azam held research and academic positions at renowned institutions, including the Research Center in Agri-Food Economy and Development (CREDA) in Barcelona and the University of Lahore, where she served as an Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Social Sciences. Her research interests span a broad spectrum of critical global issues, including energy economics, carbon neutrality, climate change adaptation, sustainable development, and circular economy models. She is also engaged in advancing methodologies in life-cycle energy assessment (LCA), sustainable urban infrastructure, green buildings, and transport policy, integrating modern tools such as machine learning and environmental policy impact assessment. Dr. Azam’s work contributes to developing innovative frameworks for achieving low-carbon transitions and sustainable economic growth, particularly within developing countries. As a Humboldt Fellow, she continues to collaborate on international research projects aimed at addressing climate and sustainability challenges, reflecting her strong commitment to bridging scientific research with practical policy applications that promote environmental resilience and socio-economic sustainability.

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Featured Publications

1. Azam, A. (2024). How environmental policy stringency, foreign direct investment, and eco-innovation supplement the energy transition: New evidence from NICs. Sustainability, 16(7), 3033.

2. Azam, A., Rafiq, M., & Shafique, M. (2023). Moving toward sustainable agriculture: The nexus between clean energy, ICT, human capital, and environmental degradation under SDG policies in European countries. Energy Strategy Reviews, 50, 101252.

3. Azam, A., Rafiq, M., Shafique, M., & Yuan, J. (2023). Interpreting the dynamic nexus between green energy, employment, fossil fuel energy, and human development index: A panel data investigation. Energies, 16(7), 3132.

4. Azam, A., Ateeq, M., Rafiq, M., Shafique, M., & Yuan, J. (2022). Primary energy consumption–growth nexus: The role of natural resources, quality of government and fixed capital formation. Energy, 263, 125570.

5. Azam, A., Rafiq, M., Shafique, M., & Yuan, J. (2022). Mitigating carbon emissions in China: The role of clean energy, technological innovation and political-institutional quality. Frontiers in Environmental Science, 10, 182.

6. Azam, A., Rafiq, M., Shafique, M., & Yuan, J. (2022). Towards achieving environmental sustainability: The role of nuclear energy, renewable energy and ICT in top-five carbon emitter countries. Frontiers in Energy Research, 10, 971.