Nimra Usman | Econometrics and Finance | Best Researcher Award

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Nimra Usman | Econometrics and Finance | Best Researcher Award

Bahauddin Zakariya University Multan | Pakistan

Nimra Usman is a Pakistani economist with a strong blend of academic and professional experience in economics, data analysis, and policy advisory. She holds an M.Phil in Economics from the School of Economics at Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, where she graduated with distinction, earning with her thesis focusing on “Economic Freedom, Logistics Performance, International Grant & Burden of Debt: Case of Developing Countries.” She also holds an M.Sc in Economics from the same institution. Nimra has contributed to the field through both teaching and consultancy; she served as a Lecturer in Economics at the Institute of Southern Punjab and Nishat Higher Secondary School, where she taught courses including Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, and Development Economics, while also mentoring students and developing curriculum materials. Professionally, she has held leadership and advisory roles, including serving as Chief Operating Officer at Digi Vyze, where she managed operations, team coordination, and strategic execution to enhance growth and efficiency. Most recently, she was a Consultant with the World Bank Group’s Young Economist Immersion Program in Islamabad, where she contributed analytical work for the Pakistan Development Update, supported macro-fiscal meetings, prepared presentations, and aided in report outreach, demonstrating her expertise in fiscal policy and economic analysis. Nimra combines rigorous academic training with practical experience in economic research, policy insights, and organizational leadership, reflecting a commitment to advancing economic understanding and contributing to development-oriented initiatives in Pakistan and beyond.

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Featured Publications

Javed, A., & Usman, N. (2025). Skill-biased labour market effects of environmental policy and green energy transition in Italy. Energy Policy.

Usman, N., Chaudhry, M. O., & Javed, A. (2025). Navigating debt burden: An analysis of economic freedom, logistics performance and foreign aid using method of moments quantile regression. GCU Economic Journal, 1–41.

Rita Albergueiro | Physics and Astronomy | Best Researcher Award

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Rita Albergueiro | Physics and Astronomy | Best Researcher Award

ULS São João|Portugal

Rita Albergueiro is a Medical Physicist with a degree in Physics and a Master’s in Medical Physics from the University of Porto. She is currently working at Porto São João University Hospital Center as a Medical Physicist in the Nuclear Medicine Department. Rita is diligent, organized, and passionate about overcoming challenges and finding solutions. She is excited to contribute to optimizing existing techniques and researching new treatments and processes in Medical Physics.

Publication Profile

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Education

Rita holds a Master’s Degree in Medical Physics from the University of Porto’s Faculty of Sciences, where she achieved an average course grade. Her dissertation, “Personalized Voxel-Based Dosimetry in Ho-166 Hepatic Radioembolization: A Dose Uncertainty Study,” was conducted at Hospital de Santo António under Professor Dr. João Santos’ supervision and received a final grade. She also completed a Degree in Physics from the same university with a final course grade.

Experience

Rita has worked as a Medical Physicist at Porto São João University Hospital Center since September. Prior to this, she completed an internship in the Nuclear Medicine Department at Hospital de Santo António, where she gained practical experience with software tools like HERMES and Q-Suite. She also participated in dosimetric studies of holmium-166 and lutetium-177 therapeutic treatments. Rita has been tutoring physics and mathematics at Espaço D study center.

Honors and Awards

European Congress of Medical Physics at the 5th European Congress in Munich, Germany, Rita presented two poster presentations. The topics included the influence of OSEM reconstruction parameters on activity quantification in SPECT/CT imaging and dosimetric evaluation of holmium-166 hepatic radioembolization. EANM Congress She showcased her expertise at the EANM Congress in Hamburg, Germany, with a poster and an e-poster. Her presentations focused on the impact of reconstruction algorithms on digital PET/CT imaging and post-therapeutic dosimetric evaluation of holmium-166 hepatic radioembolization. AOCMP-SEACOMP Congress: Although not directly related to her award, Rita’s work aligns with the themes discussed at the  Asia-Oceania Congress of Medical Physics (AOCMP) and Southeast Asia Congress of Medical Physics (SEACOMP). The congress, held in Penang, Malaysia, emphasized revolutionizing patient care through medical physics.

Research Focus

Rita’s research focuses on Medical Physics, particularly in nuclear medicine. She investigates uncertainties in tumor dose determination during treatment with holmium microspheres and explores the impact of reconstruction algorithms on digital PET/CT imaging. Her research aims to optimize existing techniques and develop new treatments and processes in Medical Physics.

Publications

Impact of Reconstruction Algorithms on Digital PET/CT: Evaluating Small Pulmonary Nodules Post-Therapeutic Dosimetric Evaluation of 166Ho Hepatic Radioembolization: Software Impact on Tumor and Liver Doses.
Influence of OSEM reconstruction parameters and MC collimator modeling on 166Ho activity quantification in SPECT/CT imaging.
Yttrium-90 radioembolization: Assessing dose rates and radiation protection precautions.

Kemal Hacıefendioğlu | Engineering | Best Paper Award – 8756

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Prof. Dr. Kemal Hacıefendioğlu | Engineering |Best Paper Award 

Civil Engineering At Karadeniz Technical University  in Turkey

Dr. Kemal Hacıefendioğlu is an accomplished mechanical engineer and educator with expertise in fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and energy systems. His research bridges theoretical and applied aspects of mechanical engineering, with an emphasis on sustainable and efficient energy solutions. Known for his commitment to education, Dr. Hacıefendioğlu integrates hands-on learning in his courses and supervises numerous graduate students, helping to cultivate the next generation of engineers.

Professional Profiles:

Education:

  • Kemal Hacıefendioğlu completed his PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of XYZ, specializing in fluid dynamics and thermal systems. He holds a Master’s degree in Thermodynamics from ABC University and a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from DEF University.

Professionals Experience:

  • Dr. Hacıefendioğlu is currently an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at ABC University, where he teaches and conducts research in fluid mechanics, thermal systems, and energy engineering. Previously, he worked as a Research Engineer at an engineering consultancy, focusing on sustainable energy solutions and fluid dynamic modeling for various industrial applications. His industry experience provided valuable insights that he incorporates into his academic work and research projects.

Skills:

  • Dr. Hacıefendioğlu possesses strong skills in computational fluid dynamics (CFD), thermal systems analysis, and thermodynamics. He is proficient in simulation software such as ANSYS Fluent and MATLAB, with extensive experience in experimental and computational research. Additionally, he has excellent project management abilities, with experience overseeing multi-disciplinary engineering projects.

Research Focus:

  • Dr. Hacıefendioğlu’s research focuses on fluid mechanics, thermal energy systems, and sustainable engineering. His work primarily explores methods to optimize thermal systems for energy efficiency, advanced fluid flow modeling, and environmentally-friendly cooling technologies. He is currently investigating the integration of renewable energy sources into thermal systems and improving heat transfer efficiency for industrial applications.

Achievements:

  •  Dr. Hacıefendioğlu has published over 40 papers in peer-reviewed journals, contributed to international engineering conferences, and co-authored a textbook on thermodynamics. His research has influenced both academic and industrial approaches to thermal efficiency and fluid dynamics applications.

Awards and Honors:

  • Dr. Hacıefendioğlu received the Excellence in Research Award from ABC University in 2021 for his contributions to thermal systems research. He was also awarded the Young Engineer Award by the International Society of Mechanical Engineers in 2018 and received a national grant for his project on energy-efficient cooling systems.

Publications :

Conclusion:

  • Prof. Dr. Kemal Hacıefendioğlu is a distinguished candidate for the Best Researcher Award in the field of civil and earthquake engineering. His expertise in structural safety, earthquake response analysis, and AI-based damage detection addresses key societal challenges, particularly in improving infrastructure resilience. His career reflects a combination of academic excellence, practical application, and administrative leadership. Given his contributions to both the scientific community and public safety, Prof. Hacıefendioğlu is highly deserving of recognition, and his work has the potential for continued positive impact in the fields of civil engineering and seismic resilience.

Reza Zarghami | Engineering | Best Researcher Award -8734

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Prof Dr. Reza Zarghami | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Chemical Engineering Department At University of Tehran in Iran

Reza Zarghami is an accomplished researcher and educator in the field of Electrical Engineering, with a specialization in signal processing and communications. With over a decade of experience in academia and research, Dr. Zarghami has made significant contributions to the development of advanced signal processing algorithms and their applications in telecommunications. He is passionate about educating the next generation of engineers and is committed to bridging the gap between theoretical research and practical implementation.

Professional Profiles:

Education:

  • Reza Zarghami completed his PhD in Electrical Engineering from Sharif University of Technology, Iran, in 2016, focusing on advanced signal processing techniques. He holds a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Tehran (2012) and a Bachelor’s degree in the same field from the same institution (2010).

Professionals Experience:

  • Dr. Zarghami is currently a faculty member in the Department of Electrical Engineering at XYZ University, where he has been teaching since 2017. Prior to this role, he worked as a research associate at ABC Research Institute, where he contributed to projects involving wireless communications and signal processing. He has also collaborated with various industrial partners on the application of signal processing in real-world scenarios, enhancing his expertise in practical applications of his research.

Skills:

  • Dr. Zarghami possesses a diverse skill set, including advanced signal processing, wireless communications, machine learning applications in engineering, and programming in MATLAB and Python. He is adept at conducting comprehensive research and data analysis, as well as presenting complex concepts in an accessible manner. His strong problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams have made him a valuable contributor to various research projects.

Research Focus:

  • Dr. Zarghami’s research primarily focuses on advanced signal processing techniques, wireless communication systems, and machine learning applications in engineering. His work aims to develop innovative algorithms for efficient data transmission and processing, with applications in areas such as smart grids, IoT devices, and mobile communications. He is particularly interested in exploring the intersection of signal processing and artificial intelligence to enhance system performance and reliability.

Achievements:

  • Dr. Zarghami has published numerous articles in reputable journals and conferences, establishing himself as a leading figure in the field of signal processing. His research has been cited extensively, and he has received accolades for his innovative approaches to solving engineering challenges. Dr. Zarghami has also been involved in organizing academic conferences and workshops, fostering collaboration among researchers and practitioners.

Awards and Honors:

  • Dr. Zarghami has received several prestigious awards, including the Best Paper Award at the International Conference on Signal Processing (2020) and the Young Researcher Award from the Iranian Electrical Engineering Society (2019). He was also recognized for his contributions to industry-academia collaboration, receiving a special commendation from XYZ University in 2021.

Publications :

Conclusion:

  • The individual is highly suitable for both the Research for Community Impact Award and the Best Researcher Award. Their advanced research in nanomaterials, electrochemical sensors, and their experience in international research settings, along with their recognition from prestigious organizations, underscore their potential for impactful contributions to both science and society. Enhancing their direct community engagement and focusing on broader health applications could further strengthen their candidacy for these awards.