Quanfei Zhang | Economics | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Quanfei Zhang | Economics | Best Researcher Award

Ph.D. candidate at Shandong University | China

Quanfei Zhang is an emerging scholar with a strong academic background in management and economics, specializing in environmental economics and the intersection of digital technologies with economic development. His work focuses on the relationships between land resources, carbon emissions, taxation, and policy reforms in China, with a particular interest in how environmental and economic systems interact under institutional and technological change. He has already made significant contributions through published articles, working papers, and participation in national-level research projects.

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Educational Background 

He is currently pursuing a Master’s and Doctoral Joint Program at Shandong University, building on his undergraduate studies in management at Shandong University of Finance and Economics. During his academic journey, he has gained early exposure to research through the Youth Elites Project and progressively developed advanced expertise in econometric analysis, policy evaluation, and computational approaches to economics.

Professional Experience 

He has engaged in teaching and research roles since his undergraduate years, serving as a teaching assistant for econometrics and software application courses and actively contributing to collaborative research projects. His professional experience includes empirical research on issues such as carbon emission efficiency, land resource mismatch, taxation policy, and corporate transformation under regional integration. He has collaborated with senior scholars and contributed to national research projects by managing data analysis, drafting reports, and producing working papers.

Research Interests 

His research interests lie in environmental economics, fiscal policy, and regional integration, with a particular focus on the impact of institutional changes and policy frameworks on carbon emissions and firm behavior. He is also deeply engaged in the integration of advanced computational methods with economics, including the use of large language models and agent-based models to simulate complex socio-economic interactions. His work bridges traditional econometric analysis with cutting-edge approaches in artificial intelligence and machine learning.

Awards and Honors 

He has received numerous scholarships and honors throughout his academic career, including national and provincial scholarships, as well as multiple recognitions as an outstanding student. His undergraduate thesis won first place at a major academic forum, and his competition papers have earned recognition in prestigious academic contests. He has also been awarded honors for academic excellence and leadership within his institutions.

Research Skills 

He is proficient in a wide range of research tools and methodologies. His technical expertise includes econometric modeling, Difference-in-Differences methods, and machine learning applications. He is skilled in software such as STATA, Python, MATLAB, ArcGIS, and R, and has strong programming capabilities for handling large and complex datasets. His familiarity with multiple economic databases and spatial data formats further enhances his ability to conduct rigorous and innovative research. In addition, he actively participates in academic conferences, engaging with international scholars and presenting his work, which strengthens his academic communication and collaborative skills.

Publications 

  1. The ‘Inverted U-Shape’ Impact of Digital Inclusive Finance on Corporate Carbon Emission Intensity: The Synergy of Digital Finance and Green Policies.
    Year: 2023

  2. Bank-Enterprise Proximity, Digital Finance, and Corporate Digital Transformation.
    Year: 2024

  3. Will Public Transportation Facilitate Digital Transformation for Enterprises: Based on the Quasi-natural Experiment of China’s Metro Opening.
    Year: 2024

Conclusion 

Overall, Quanfei Zhang demonstrates a strong academic foundation, an impressive record of research productivity, and a clear commitment to advancing knowledge in environmental economics and digital transformation. His interdisciplinary approach, combining traditional economic methods with modern computational tools, positions him as a promising researcher with the potential to make substantial contributions to the academic community and policy-oriented studies in economics.

 

Ashish Ranjan Dash | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Ashish Ranjan Dash | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at Centurion University of Technology and Management | India

Dr. Ashish Ranjan Dash is a highly accomplished academic and researcher in the field of electrical engineering, specializing in power electronics, multilevel inverters, and power quality improvement. With a proven track record in research, teaching, and project leadership, he has significantly contributed to advancements in smart infrastructure, renewable energy systems, and IoT-enabled agricultural automation. He has also played a pivotal role in supervising doctoral students, developing innovative solutions for industrial applications, and leading consultancy projects for technology-driven agriculture and smart systems.

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Educational Background 

Dr. Dash earned his Ph.D. in Power Electronics from the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Rourkela, focusing on cascaded multilevel inverter-based shunt active filters under varying grid voltage conditions. He also holds an M.Tech. in Power Control and Drives from NIT Rourkela, where his dissertation explored control strategies for grid-connected inverter systems during fault conditions. His academic foundation is further strengthened by a B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering and a Diploma in Electrical Engineering, complemented by a strong record of academic excellence throughout his studies.

Professional Experience 

With over a decade of academic and research experience, Dr. Dash serves as an Associate Professor at Centurion University of Technology and Management, Odisha. His prior roles include research and academic positions in engineering colleges and at the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research. He has held key administrative positions such as Dean and Associate Dean of the School of Engineering and CEO of the Smart Infrastructure Research Center, where he has led interdisciplinary projects integrating IoT, automation, and renewable energy systems.

Research Interests 

His research focuses on power electronics, multilevel inverter design, power quality enhancement, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, smart grid systems, and IoT-enabled automation. He also works extensively on agricultural automation, including polyhouse automation, speed breeding chambers, and plant phenotyping systems. Emerging interests include machine learning applications for plant disease detection, robotics, and smart farming technologies.

Awards and Honors 

Dr. Dash has received multiple accolades, including the Distinguished Achiever Award at the Provost Research Awards and recognition as a session chair at IEEE international conferences. He is the founder of a technology-driven startup and actively engages in professional communities such as the IEEE Power Electronics Society, IEEE Industry Applications Society, and IEEE SIGHT.

Research Skills 

He possesses strong expertise in the design, modeling, and implementation of cascaded multilevel inverters, power quality control algorithms, and renewable energy integration. His skills extend to IoT-based system design, automation technologies, electric vehicle charging systems, and cloud-based agricultural monitoring. He is also an experienced reviewer for several high-impact international journals in power electronics and smart grid applications.

Publications 

A unified control of grid-interactive off-board EV battery charger with improved power quality

Citations: 49

Year: 2022

Reactive power compensation using vehicle-to-grid enabled bidirectional off-board EV battery charger

Citations: 34

Year: 2021

Adaptive LMBP training‐based icosϕ control technique for DSTATCOM

Citations: 33

Year: 2020

Analysis of PI and PR controllers for distributed power generation system under unbalanced grid faults

Citations: 33

Year: 2011

Design and implementation of a cascaded transformer coupled multilevel inverter‐based shunt active filter under different grid voltage conditions

Citations: 24

Year: 2019

Conclusion 

Dr. Ashish Ranjan Dash is a forward-looking researcher and educator whose work bridges advanced power electronics with practical applications in smart infrastructure and agricultural automation. His multidisciplinary expertise, leadership in funded projects, and dedication to mentoring the next generation of engineers make him a valuable contributor to both academia and industry. His continued research promises innovative advancements in electric mobility, renewable energy integration, and intelligent automation systems.

Mehrdad Esmaeilipour | Biotechnology | Excellence in Innovation Award

Mr. Mehrdad Esmaeilipour | Biotechnology | Excellence in Innovation Award

Parsa Pardazesh Booshehr Sanaat | Iran

Mehrdad Esmaeilipour is a dedicated and results-driven electronic engineer with significant expertise in green technology, environmental sustainability, and smart system development. With a robust background in electronic circuit design, plasma systems, and digital health innovations, he plays a leading role in integrating engineering excellence with social impact. He currently contributes as a senior electronics engineer at a company specializing in air and water purification systems and also leads his own successful electronics and IT firm. His entrepreneurial mindset and technical expertise have led to multiple product innovations, including a smart bracelet for visually impaired individuals and several intelligent air purification systems. Additionally, he has made notable contributions to robotics through voluntary academic mentorship and team leadership.

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Educational Background 

He holds a bachelor’s and an associate degree in electronics engineering from Islamic Azad University. His educational background also includes foundational studies in electronics at a technical high school. His formal training has been further enhanced by certifications in cybersecurity, solar photovoltaic systems, HSE, robotics, and industrial safety.

Professional Experience 

Mehrdad has accumulated rich professional experience in both industrial and academic contexts. As a senior electronics engineer, he leads the design, development, and quality control of advanced electronic systems for environmental applications. In parallel, he serves as the CEO of an electronics and IT company where he manages cross-functional teams and has overseen the successful execution of security, networking, and software projects. His work also includes mentorship roles within university robotics teams, where he contributes to system design, sensor integration, and control strategies.

Research Interests 

His research focuses on environmental electronics, cold plasma technology, artificial intelligence in healthcare, robotic control systems, electronic data engineering, and smart wearable systems. He is particularly interested in developing sustainable technologies that address real-world challenges through a multidisciplinary approach.

Awards and Honors 

Mehrdad has received numerous international accolades for his engineering innovations and societal impact. These include the Tech Excellence Award, Best Wearable Sensing Technology Award, and Best Innovator Award, among others. He has also earned recognition from academic and professional organizations in both engineering and business domains.

Research Skills 

He possesses strong expertise in electronic circuit design, embedded systems, sensor integration, control systems (including PID and fuzzy logic), and smart system architecture. He is proficient in tools such as Altium Designer and Eagle, and he has demonstrated capability in both hardware and software integration for industrial and research applications. His skills are complemented by project management, analytical reasoning, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Publications 

  1. Advancements in Cold Plasma Technology for Electronic and Surface Sterilization Applications
    Year: 2025

  2. Design, Construction and Performance Comparison of Fuzzy Logic Controller and PID Controller for Two-Wheel Balance Robot
    Year: 2025

  3. The Utilization of Artificial Intelligence Technologies in the Domain of Electronic Data Engineering
    Year: 2025

  4. Single Miller Compensation with Split Output and Current Amplifier Use in Three Stage Amplifiers to Drive Ultra Large Capacitive Loads
    Year: 2015

Conclusion 

Mehrdad Esmaeilipour exemplifies a forward-thinking engineer who merges technological innovation with a commitment to environmental and social betterment. His extensive practical experience, research output, and leadership across industry and academia reflect his capacity to contribute meaningfully to the advancement of electronic engineering and sustainability-driven technologies.

Yousri Kessentini | Artificial Intelligence | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yousri Kessentini | Artificial Intelligence | Best Researcher Award

Senior Researcher at Digital research center of Sfax, Tunisia

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yousri Kessentini is a computer science researcher and Associate Professor at the Digital Research Center of Sfax, Tunisia, where he leads the DeepVision research team. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Rouen, France, and specializes in deep learning, computer vision, and document image analysis. Dr. Kessentini has coordinated numerous national and international research projects and has received several awards, including honors from NVIDIA and the National Academy of Engineering. He is a certified Deep Learning instructor and an active contributor to the scientific community through publications, supervision, and editorial roles.

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Educational Background 

Dr. Kessentini earned his Habilitation in Computer Science from the University of Sfax in 2021. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science (2006–2009) and a DEA (postgraduate diploma) in Computer Science (2004) from the University of Rouen, France. He also obtained an engineering diploma in computer science from ENIS in 2003 and completed his secondary education with a Scientific Baccalaureate in Mathematics in 1998.

Professional Experience

Dr. Kessentini has accumulated rich academic and industrial experience over two decades. Since 2022, he has served as Associate Professor and Head of the DeepVision research team at CRNS. From 2017 to 2021, he was a senior researcher at the same center. Between 2013 and 2017, he was an assistant professor at ISIMA University of Monastir. He also held postdoctoral and graduate assistant roles in France, including at ITESOFT/LITIS and the University of Rouen. Since 2018, he has been a certified instructor and ambassador of the NVIDIA Deep Learning Institute, reflecting his leadership in AI education and training.

Research Interests

His research spans a variety of deep learning applications, including document image recognition, handwritten text analysis, multi-script OCR, generative models, and satellite image fusion. Dr. Kessentini also explores the intersection of AI with healthcare, smart cities, and industrial automation. His recent projects involve federated learning for medical imaging, vehicle identity recognition, Arabic script analysis, and human action recognition through remote sensing and video surveillance.

Awards and Honors

Dr. Kessentini has received numerous accolades for his contributions to AI research and innovation. In 2025, he was selected for the prestigious U.S.-Africa Frontiers of Science, Engineering, and Medicine Symposium by the U.S. National Academy of Engineering. He ranked first in Tunisia’s national recruitment competition for associate professors in 2022. He received best student paper awards at ICPR 2020 and MedPRAI 2020 and earned a Jury Recognition Award in Tunisia’s national innovation competition in 2019. His research excellence was also recognized by NVIDIA with a GPU Grant in 2018, the same year he was certified as an official instructor and ambassador.

Publications 

Title: Information extraction from multi-layout invoice images using FATURA dataset

Year: 2025

Title: STF-Trans: A Two-stream SpatioTemporal Fusion Transformer for Very High Resolution Satellites Images

Year: 2024

Title: MSdocTr-Lite: A Lite Transformer for Full Page Multi-script Handwriting Recognition

Year: 2023

Title: Spectral-Temporal Fusion of Satellite Images Via an End-to-End Two-Stream Attention With an Effective Reconstruction Network

Year: 2023

Title: Few Shots Are All You Need: A Progressive Few Shot Learning Approach for Low Resource Handwriting Recognition

Year: 2022

Conclusions

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yousri Kessentini stands out as a leading figure in the fields of artificial intelligence and computer vision. His consistent contributions to scientific innovation, mentorship, and international collaboration have had a significant impact across academia and industry. His work demonstrates not only technical excellence but also a strong commitment to applying AI for societal and industrial benefit. With an impressive track record of publications, project leadership, and academic service, he is highly deserving of recognition in competitive research and innovation awards.

Mostafa Khalil | Nanochemistry | Best Academic Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Mostafa Khalil | Nanochemistry | Best Academic Researcher Award

Professor Doctor at Ain Shams University | Egypt

Prof. Dr. Mostafa M. H. Khalil is a seasoned inorganic chemist and nanotechnology researcher with over three decades of academic and research experience. His work has significantly contributed to green synthesis of nanomaterials, environmental remediation, and metal-organic frameworks. With over 189 publications, multiple book chapters, a U.S. patent, and international collaborations, he stands out as a leader in sustainable chemistry and advanced material science.

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Educational Background 

Prof. Khalil earned his B.Sc. in Chemistry from Ain Shams University, Egypt, in 1984, graduating with Excellent with Honors. He then obtained his M.Sc. in Chemistry from the same institution in 1988. In pursuit of advanced research, he completed his Ph.D. in Chemistry at Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Belgium, in 1993, under the supervision of Prof. Dr. F.C. De Schryver, supported by a grant from the Belgian National Science Foundation. His doctoral work was awarded an Excellent grade.

Professional Experience 

Prof. Khalil began his academic career as a demonstrator in the Chemistry Department at Ain Shams University from 1984 to 1988. He then pursued his Ph.D. at KU Leuven from 1988 to 1993. Between 2001 and 2009, he served as an Associate Professor at Ain Shams University, including a five-year teaching and research stint at King Khaled University in Saudi Arabia (2000–2005). Since 2010, he has held the position of Professor of Inorganic Chemistry at Ain Shams University.

Research Interests 

His primary research interests include the green synthesis of nanoparticles such as gold, silver, and platinum; magnetic fluids and the effects of elemental substitution on their properties; photocatalytic degradation using nano-TiO₂; water treatment and desalination using functionalized nanomaterials; and the design of single and bimetallic metal-organic frameworks for energy applications and environmental remediation. He also explores antimicrobial and anticancer metal complexes and waste-to-resource conversion using engineered biocomposites.

Awards and Honors 

Prof. Khalil is the holder of U.S. Patent No. 11,806,363 B1 (issued November 7, 2023). He serves as the principal investigator of an STDF-funded project (No. 50847) on the development of efficient MOF composites for environmental and energy applications, set to conclude in 2025. His Ph.D. studies were internationally recognized and funded by the Belgium NSF, and he has ongoing collaborations with institutions such as the National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS) in Japan. He holds an h-index of 28 on Scopus with 3,768 citations and an h-index of 31 on Google Scholar with 5,165 citations.

Publications 

  1. Environmental implications of Si₂BN nanoflakes in pharmaceutical pollutant detection and removal: insights from first-principle calculations
    Year: 2025

  2. Fabrication and characterization of nanocomposite hollow fiber membranes for wastewater treatment
    Year: 2025

  3. Trapping/Monitoring of Toxic Arsenate in Human Skin Cell Lines: A Route for Preventing Skin Disorders
    Year: 2025

  4. Photocatalytic Degradation of Coomassie Brilliant Blue R-250 and Antimicrobial Activities of Iron Oxide Nanoparticles Synthesized by Aspergillus flavus
    Year: 2025

  5. Electrodialysis processes with bipolar membranes for simultaneous RO brine treatment and acid-base production
    Year: 2025

Conclusion 

Prof. Dr. Mostafa M. H. Khalil stands as an exemplary academic and researcher whose work bridges chemistry, nanotechnology, and environmental science. His leadership in sustainable nanomaterials, impressive publication record, international collaborations, and successful patent and project funding reflect a career marked by innovation and impact. His scholarly achievements and global contributions make him a compelling candidate for prestigious awards in the fields of chemistry, nanotechnology, and environmental sustainability.

 

 

 

Kaan Kocali | Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Kaan Kocali | Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at Istanbul Gelisim University | Turkey

Dr. Koçali K. is a distinguished academic and occupational health and safety expert with a multidisciplinary background spanning engineering, health sciences, entrepreneurship, and business administration. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Istanbul Gelişim University, he is also the Head of the Department of Occupational Health and Safety at the university’s vocational school. His work demonstrates a strong commitment to improving workplace safety practices, risk management, and occupational regulations through extensive academic, project-based, and policy-oriented research.

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Educational Background 

Dr. Koçali holds a Ph.D. in Health and Safety from Istanbul Aydın University, complemented by two master’s degrees—one in Occupational Health and Safety and another in Mining Engineering. He also earned dual bachelor’s degrees in Business Administration and Mining Engineering, further expanding his academic foundation with ongoing undergraduate studies in Entrepreneurship at Istanbul Kultur University. His diverse academic portfolio positions him uniquely at the intersection of technology, management, and safety science.

Professional Experience 

Dr. Koçali is a faculty member at Istanbul Gelişim University, where he teaches and leads initiatives in occupational health and safety education. He also serves as the Head of the Department of Occupational Health and Safety at the university’s vocational school. In his administrative capacity, he chairs the Performance Evaluation Commission and contributes to the Education and Curriculum Board, Ethics Committee, and Internship and Quality Assurance Committees. His leadership extends to European academic exchange as the university’s Erasmus Coordinator.

Research Interests 

Dr. Koçali’s research encompasses a broad spectrum of topics related to occupational health and safety. His key interests include ergonomics and human factors, risk management, workplace inspection, safety in mining and logistics industries, work measurement, and methods engineering. He is also focused on the implementation and evaluation of international safety standards, as well as labor and social security policy analysis.

Awards and Honors 

Dr. Koçali has received numerous accolades recognizing his scholarly contributions. He has been named Best Researcher at the International Research Excellence Awards and earned an Academic Performance Award for ranking top within his department. He was also recognized as the Top Researcher at an International Conference on Cybersecurity. His earlier achievements include the Entrepreneurship Project Award from Istanbul Kultur University, multiple Best Researcher Awards at global conferences, and a prestigious TUBITAK 3001 Fellowship.

Publications 

  • Sosyal Güvenlik Kurumu’nun 2012-2020 Yılları Arası İş Kazaları Göstergelerinin Standardizasyonu
    Cited by: 46 Year: 2021

  • Calculation of Occupational Accident Indicators of Türkiye
    Cited by: 18 Year: 2021

  • Maden Kazalarında Sorumluluklar ve Kusur Oranları
    Cited by: 14 Year: 2021

  • Açık Ocak Maden İşletmelerinde İşçi Anketleri ile İş Sağlığı ve Güvenliği Kültürü ve Uygulamasının Araştırılması
    Cited by: 14 Year: 2018

  • Şırnak Kömür Madeni Kazası Işığında Kömür Madenciliğindeki Uygunsuzluklar Hakkında Öneriler
    Cited by: 10 Year: 2018

Conclusion 

Dr. Koçali K. stands out as an accomplished and forward-thinking academic, with a career that bridges health and safety engineering, strategic risk assessment, and educational leadership. His extensive research and certifications—such as NEBOSH, IOSH, and ISO Lead Auditor credentials—highlight his commitment to fostering safe and sustainable workplace environments. Through impactful publications, award-winning projects, and institutional leadership, he continues to play a vital role in shaping occupational health and safety practices both in Turkey and internationally.

 

 

Nasir Shahin | Biomedical Materials | Best Research Article Award

Dr. Nasir Shahin | Biomedical Materials | Best Research Article Award

Researcher at Isfahan University of technology | Iran

Dr. Nasir Shahin is a dedicated materials engineering researcher with expertise in surface modification and biomaterials, especially in cardiovascular applications. With a Ph.D. from Isfahan University of Technology, his work has focused on hemocompatible diamond-like carbon coatings for magnesium alloys used in stents. He has an excellent academic record, published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, and contributed significantly to teaching and academic leadership in Iranian universities.

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Educational Background 

Dr. Shahin completed his Ph.D. in Materials Engineering at Isfahan University of Technology (2016–2023). His doctoral research focused on the synthesis and characterization of hemocompatible DLC coatings on AZ31 magnesium alloys. He also holds an M.Sc. in Materials Engineering – Materials Characterization from Bu Ali Sina University (2013–2016), working on nanostructured Al-(W,Ti)-C compounds. His academic journey began with a B.Sc. in Materials Engineering and Metallurgy from Islamic Azad University of Najaf Abad (2008–2013).

Professional Experience 

Dr. Shahin currently serves as the Head of the Department of Materials and Mechanical Engineering at Allame Naeini Institute of Higher Education (2017–2024). He has been a university lecturer since 2016, teaching courses in both materials and mechanical engineering at institutions such as Allame Naeini Institute, Islamic Azad University (Najafabad and Shahrekord branches), and Shahrekord University. In addition to his teaching duties, he has actively supervised 10 M.Sc. theses, advised 16, and evaluated 3 others, reflecting his deep involvement in graduate-level mentoring.

Research Interests 

Dr. Shahin’s research interests lie in the surface modification of biomaterials, biological characterization of novel biomaterials, and the application of carbon-based materials in biomedicine. His interdisciplinary work bridges materials science and biomedical engineering, particularly in the design of blood-compatible coatings for implants.

Awards and Honors 

He was ranked 2nd among M.Sc. students at Bu Ali Sina University and 2nd among Ph.D. students at Isfahan University of Technology. He has also been recognized as a Distinguished Lecturer and Supervisor by Allame Naeini Institute of Higher Education for his academic and mentoring excellence.

Publications 

  • Mechanochemical synthesis mechanism of Ti₃AlC₂ MAX phase from elemental powders of Ti, Al and C
    Citations: 73 | Year: 2016

  • Fabrication of A5083/SiC surface composite by friction stir processing and its characterization
    Citations: 22 | Year: 2016

  • A novel approach to in situ synthesis of WC–Al₂O₃ composite by high energy reactive milling
    Citations: 18 | Year: 2017

  • Microstructure, mechanical, and tribological properties of Al7075-T6/Ti₃AlC₂/Al₂O₃ surface hybrid nanocomposite produced by friction stir processing
    Citations: 15 | Year: 2022

  • Electrochemical behavior of the double-layer diamond-like carbon/plasma electrolytic oxidation on AZ31 alloy: A comparison of different PEO interlayers
    Citations: 10 | Year: 2022

Conclusion 

Dr. Nasir Shahin’s profile reflects a distinguished combination of academic rigor, research innovation, and educational leadership. His work on hemocompatible coatings for cardiovascular implants is both innovative and impactful, aligning with critical needs in the biomedical field. With a multidisciplinary approach and a proven record of publication and teaching, Dr. Shahin is a valuable contributor to the field of materials science and engineering.

 

 

 

Konstantinos Dimitriadis | Financial Market Analysis | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Konstantinos Dimitriadis | Financial Market Analysis | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at Cyprus University of Technology | Cyprus

Dr. Konstantinos A. Dimitriadis is an accomplished academic specializing in finance and economics. He serves as an Assistant Professor and Head of the Research Center at Mesoyios College in Cyprus, while also holding a teaching position as a Lecturer at the Cyprus University of Technology. His academic background spans applied mathematics, shipping and finance, and culminates in a doctorate in finance and economics. Dr. Dimitriadis has developed a robust profile in the areas of financial markets, macroeconomics, digital finance, and environmental finance. His scholarly contributions have been featured in respected international journals, and he remains actively involved in academic conferences and peer review. He collaborates extensively with institutions worldwide, strengthening his global research engagement.

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He holds a Ph.D. in Finance and Economics, a master’s degree in Shipping and Finance, and a bachelor’s degree in Applied Mathematics with a focus on mathematics and statistics. His academic journey reflects a consistent record of excellence across multiple levels of education.

Professional Experience 

Professionally, Dr. Dimitriadis teaches a wide array of subjects including financial and managerial accounting, research methods, statistics, business financial management, fintech, economics, and algebra. He has also contributed to curriculum development and quality assurance in higher education. His previous roles include teaching mathematics and assisting in course preparation and student mentoring, demonstrating his commitment to both instructional quality and student success.

Research Interests 

His research interests lie at the intersection of finance and macroeconomics, with a focus on asset pricing, financial crises, systemic risk, cryptocurrencies, monetary policy, environmental finance, inflation dynamics, and portfolio optimization. His work blends econometric modeling with empirical analysis to guide investment decisions and regulatory policy development.

Awards and Honors 

Dr. Dimitriadis has been recognized for his academic achievements and ethical standards with several awards for excellence. These honors underscore his dedication to both scholarly rigor and professional integrity.

Research Skills 

He possesses strong skills in econometric modeling, financial data analysis, academic writing, and interdisciplinary research collaboration. His methodological expertise supports impactful contributions to policy-relevant and applied research in finance.

Publications 

1. The influential impacts of international dynamic spillovers in forming investor preferences: A quantile-VAR and GDCC-GARCH perspective
Cited by: 13
Year: 2024

2. Evaluating the sophisticated digital assets and cryptocurrencies capacities of substituting international currencies in inflationary eras
Cited by: 11
Year: 2024

3. The influence of the ‘environmentally-friendly’ character through asymmetries on market crash price of risk in major stock sectors
Cited by: 9
Year: 2024

4. Exploring the dynamic nexus of traditional and digital assets in inflationary times: The role of safe havens, tech stocks, and cryptocurrencies
Year: 2025

Conclusion 

Dr. Konstantinos A. Dimitriadis is a dynamic and emerging scholar whose work bridges theory and practice in international finance. His teaching, research, and academic leadership reflect a deep commitment to advancing knowledge in financial markets, digital assets, and climate-related economics, positioning him as a significant contributor to contemporary financial scholarship.

 

 

Dolores Di Vizio | Biochemistry | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Dolores Di Vizio | Biochemistry | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center | United States

Dr. Dolores Di Vizio is a globally recognized physician-scientist whose research has significantly advanced the fields of cancer biology, extracellular vesicles (EVs), and translational oncology. She holds multiple academic positions at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and plays a leading role in international scientific organizations. Dr. Di Vizio is best known for pioneering the discovery of large oncosomes, a novel type of extracellular vesicle implicated in cancer progression and metastasis.

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Educational Background 

Dr. Di Vizio earned both her M.D. and Ph.D. degrees from the University of Naples Federico II in Italy. Following her graduate education, she completed postdoctoral training at Harvard Medical School, where she honed her expertise in molecular and cancer biology, laying the foundation for her later groundbreaking work in EVs and cancer metastasis.

Professional Experience 

Dr. Di Vizio is a Professor in the Departments of Surgery, Pathology & Laboratory Medicine, and Biomedical Sciences at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. She also serves as Co-Director of the Cancer Biology Program at the Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute. Her international presence includes visiting faculty positions at Yonsei University in Korea, the University of Calabria in Italy, and IRCCS Regina Elena in Italy. Prior to her tenure at Cedars-Sinai, she held a faculty position at Harvard Medical School. Her editorial influence is substantial, serving as Deputy Editor of the Journal of Extracellular Vesicles and sitting on the editorial boards of prominent journals such as Oncotarget, Biomedicines, and Frontiers in Oncology. Additionally, she has organized and chaired major scientific conferences including the Gordon Research Conference and the International Society for Extracellular Vesicles (ISEV) meetings in 2021 and 2023.

Research Interests 

Dr. Di Vizio’s research centers on the biology of extracellular vesicles, particularly large oncosomes, and their role in tumor dissemination, with a focus on prostate cancer. She investigates the molecular and cellular mechanisms driving cancer metastasis and signal transduction, including cytoskeletal remodeling and intercellular communication. Her work also emphasizes translational research, with a goal of developing EV-based diagnostic tools and therapeutic strategies for advanced cancers.

Awards and Honors 

Throughout her career, Dr. Di Vizio has secured over $10 million in competitive research funding from prestigious agencies including the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Department of Defense (DoD), Avon Foundation, and the American Italian Cancer Foundation (AICF). She has been an invited speaker at more than 70 national and international institutions and high-profile events, such as Nature Webinars, Keystone Symposia, and AACR meetings. She has also served as a reviewer and panelist for NIH study sections, the DoD Prostate Cancer Program, and the European Research Council (ERC). Her contributions to mentorship and training are equally impressive, with leadership roles in NIH T32, R25, and CTSI-supported programs and mentorship roles in DoD and SPORE-funded initiatives.

Publications 

  1. Title: Extracellular vesicle heterogeneity through the lens of multiomics
    Year: 2025

  2. Title: Roadblocks of Urinary EV Biomarkers: Moving Toward the Clinic
    Year: 2025

  3. Title: Emerin Dysregulation Drives the Very-Small-Nuclear Phenotype and Lineage Plasticity That Associate with a Clinically Aggressive Subtype of Prostate Cancer
    Year: 2025

  4. Title: A class of large cell-like extracellular vesicles: Extracellular vesicles
    Year: 2025
    Citations: 3

  5. Title: Mechanisms governing lineage plasticity and metabolic reprogramming in cancer
    Year: 2025
    Citations: 3

Conclusion 

Dr. Dolores Di Vizio is an internationally respected leader in cancer research whose pioneering contributions to extracellular vesicle biology have reshaped current understanding of tumor progression and metastasis. Her dedication to translational science, strong record of mentorship, and active leadership in global scientific communities position her as a standout figure in contemporary oncology research. She is exceptionally well-qualified for recognition through high-level research awards, embodying a career defined by scientific innovation, educational commitment, and impactful interdisciplinary collaboration.

 

 

 

Muhammad Azam | Perovskite Optoelectronics | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Muhammad Azam | Perovskite optoelectronics | Best Researcher Award

Assistant professor at University of electronic science and technology, China

Dr. Muhammad Azam is a Research Assistant Professor at the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China. His research focuses on the development of high-efficiency, thermally stable perovskite solar cells, particularly under solar thermal cycling. He specializes in defect passivation, hole transport layer engineering, and self-assembled monolayers for enhanced device performance. Dr. Azam earned his Ph.D. in Materials Physics and Chemistry from the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences and has authored numerous publications in top-tier journals including Science and Nature Communications. He is the Principal Investigator of a National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) project and a recipient of several academic honors, including the Outstanding Faculty Member Award (2024).

Publication Profile 

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Educational Background 

  • Ph.D. in Materials Physics and Chemistry
    Institute of Semiconductors, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China
    Duration: September 2015 – June 2019

  • M.Sc. in Nanotechnology
    Center for Excellence in Solid State Physics, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
    Duration: September 2012 – August 2014

  • B.Sc. in Computational Physics
    Center for High Energy Physics, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
    Duration: September 2009 – August 2011

Professional Experience 

  • Research Assistant Professor
    School of Integrated Circuit Science and Engineering, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, China
    Duration: September 2023 – Present

  • Assistant Professor
    Department of Physics, FOST, University of Central Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
    Duration: October 2021 – August 2023

  • Postdoctoral Research Fellow
    College of Physics & Optoelectronic Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
    Duration: October 2019 – September 2021

Research Interests 

Dr. Azam’s research is centered on:

  • Perovskite Solar Cells (PSCs): Designing thermally stable and highly efficient devices.

  • Deep-Level Defect Passivation: Using novel Lewis base molecules and self-assembled monolayers (SAMs).

  • Hole Transport Layer (HTL) Engineering: Integration into P-i-N device architectures.

  • Buried Interface Passivation and Hole Extraction: Development of SAMs with dual functions.

  • Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology: Including polymer solar cells, Sb₂(S,Se)₃ thin films, nanowire lasers, and photo detectors.

  • Characterization Techniques: SEM, AFM, XRD, Raman, PL, IPCE, TRPL, and more.

Awards and Honors 

  • Outstanding Faculty Member, 2024
    University of Electronic Science and Technology of China

  • Excellent International Graduate, 2019
    University of Chinese Academy of Sciences

  • Excellent International Student, 2018
    University of Chinese Academy of Sciences

Teaching & Supervisory Experience

  • Completed “Teaching Excellence Program”, University of Central Punjab (2021).

  • Taught undergraduate and graduate physics courses: Modern Physics, LASERS, Mechanics, Nuclear Physics.

  • Supervised Master’s Theses:

    • Cesium-based Perovskite Solar Cells (2023)

    • Empirical Analysis of Organic-Inorganic Perovskites (2023)

  • Mentored undergraduate final-year projects.

  • Active in organizing academic seminars and research meetings.

Research Tools & Technical Expertise

  • Thin Film Fabrication: Spin Coating, Sol-Gel, Hydrothermal

  • Device Fabrication: Cleanroom processing, metal evaporation, wet etching

  • Characterization Tools: SEM, AFM, XRD, PL, UV-Vis, TRPL, IPCE

  • Device Testing: I-V measurement, impedance spectroscopy

  • Lab Facilities: N₂ glove box, RTA ovens

Conclusion 

Dr. Muhammad Azam is an accomplished materials scientist and solar cell researcher with significant contributions to the field of next-generation photovoltaics. His research has addressed critical challenges in thermal stability, interface engineering, and defect passivation in perovskite solar cells. With a growing portfolio of high-impact publications—including work published in Science, Nature Communications, and Energy & Environmental Science—and a proven record of funded research and academic excellence, Dr. Azam stands out as a leading expert in emerging solar technologies.

Publications 

  • Azam, M., Ma, Y., Zhang, B., Wan, Z., Shao, X., Malik, H. A., Yang, X., Luo, J., & Jia, C.
    Isomeric Selenasumanene-pyridine-based Hole-transporting Materials for Inverted Perovskite Solar Cells,
    Energy & Environmental Science, Advance Article. https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TC05482B


  • Wan, Z., Wei, R., Jiang, S., Wang, Y., Yin, H., Zeng, H., Azam, M., Luo, J., & Jia, C.
    Increasing the Li-TFSI doping concentration in Spiro-OMeTAD enables efficient and stable perovskite solar cells,
    Journal of Materials Chemistry C, 13, 10690–10699.


  • Azam, M., Ma, Y., Zhang, B., Wan, Z., Shao, X., Malik, H. A., Yang, X., Luo, J., & Jia, C.
    Tailoring Pyridine Bridged Chalcogen-concave Molecules for Defects Passivation Enables Efficient and Stable Perovskite Solar Cells,
    Nature Communications, 16, 602.


  • Hassan, A., Ke, Z., Lin, W., Jin, Y., Cao, Y., Azam, M.*, & Xue, W.
    Synergistic effect of additive engineering and ultrafast laser crystallization enabled efficient and stable air-processed perovskite solar cells,
    Solar Energy Materials & Solar Cells, 287, 113614.


  • Wan, Z., Wang, Y., Ma, Y., Azam, M., Zhang, B., Shao, X., Wei, R., Yin, H., Zeng, H., Luo, J., & Jia, C.
    Bipyridine-Thiosumanene Isomeric Lewis Bases for Synergistic Defect Passivation and Hole Extraction Enables over 26% Efficient Perovskite Solar Cells,
    Angewandte Chemie International Edition.


  • Luo, J., Zhang, N., Lin, W., Zhang, B., Zhu, J., Xu, X., Yu, W., Malik, H. A., Azam, M.*, Wan, Z., & Jia, C.
    Star-Shaped Boroxine-Linked Fluorinated Dopant for Spiro-OMeTAD Enables High Performance Perovskite Solar Cells,
    Journal of Materials Chemistry A.


  • Wan, Z., Wei, R., Wang, Y., Zeng, H., Yin, H., Azam, M., Luo, J., & Jia, C.
    Multifunctional MXene for thermal management in perovskite solar cells,
    Nano-Micro Letters.


  • Zhang, B., Luo, J., Yin, H., Li, Q., Sun, S., Zhang, N., Gan, N., Azam, M., Park, T. W., Wan, Z., Jia, C., Wei, M., & Park, S. M.
    A cross-linked molecular contact for stable operation of perovskite/silicon tandem solar cells,
    Science.


  • Azam, M., Du, T., Wan, Z., Zhao, H., Zeng, H., Wei, R., Brabec, C. J., Luo, J., & Jia, C.
    Dual functionality of charge extraction and interface passivation by self-assembled monolayers in perovskite solar cells,
    Energy & Environmental Science, 17, 6974–7016.


  • Azam, M.*, Ke, Z., Luo, J., Wan, Z., Hassan, A., & Jia, C.
    Additive engineering enabled non-radiative defect passivation with improved moisture-resistance in efficient and stable perovskite solar cells,
    Chemical Engineering Journal, 483, 149424.