Baraah Abualsel | Pediatric | Excellence in Research Award

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Ms. Baraah Abualsel | Pediatric | Excellence in Research Award

North Private College of Nursing | Saudi Arabia

BarrahTuma Abu Alsel is a dedicated clinical laboratory specialist whose professional journey reflects a strong foundation in pharmaceutical sciences and laboratory diagnostics built through comprehensive training at Damascus University, followed by extensive academic and clinical engagement in Syria and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. She has served as a demonstrator and lecturer across medicine, nursing, and applied medical sciences, contributing to the development of future healthcare professionals through teaching in microbiology, hematology, pathology, and clinical training programs. Her research interests span medical microbiology, metabolic disorders, endocrine dysfunction, renal disease biomarkers, public health awareness, and molecular markers associated with chronic diseases. She is skilled in laboratory diagnostics, molecular analysis, hematological assessment, microbiological techniques, clinical chemistry, data interpretation, scientific writing, and academic supervision. Her growing research record includes publications in recognized scientific journals and participation in diverse workshops, conferences, and academic development programs. She has also contributed to community health initiatives focused on chronic diseases, patient education, blood donation, and public awareness campaigns. Her professional recognitions include membership in the Syrian Commission for Medical Specialties, the Syrian Clinical Laboratory Association, and national academic committees supporting accreditation, training, and student development. Overall, she is a committed academic and healthcare professional whose work continues to enhance medical education, research productivity, and community health services.

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Hsuan Liu | Cancer Biology | Excellence in Research Award

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Prof. Dr. Hsuan Liu | Cancer Biology | Excellence in Research Award

Chang Gung University | Taiwan

Hsuan Liu is a dedicated molecular medicine scholar whose career reflects sustained commitment to advancing biochemical and genomic research. He built his academic foundation through comprehensive training in biology, basic medical sciences, and molecular medicine at leading institutions in Taiwan, which prepared him for an intensive research trajectory in biomedical sciences. His professional journey includes progressive roles in major academic and research centers, where he contributed to molecular biology, pharmacology, and biomedical sciences before joining Chang Gung University as a faculty member, eventually advancing to the role of associate professor. His research interests span molecular oncology, RNA editing, non-coding RNA regulation, cancer genomics, immunogenomics, and the molecular mechanisms underlying tumor progression and therapeutic responses. He is skilled in high-throughput sequencing analysis, functional genomics, transcriptomic profiling, molecular cloning, RNA biology, bioinformatics, and translational cancer research, often integrating computational and experimental approaches. His achievements have been recognized through prestigious postdoctoral fellowships and awards highlighting his scientific excellence and contributions to cellular and molecular biology. Throughout his career, he has mentored graduate students and contributed to impactful publications that enhance understanding of cancer biology. Overall, Hsuan Liu stands as a committed researcher whose work continues to support scientific innovation and improved biomedical knowledge.

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Huang, S.-C., Chang, I. Y.-F., Chang, C.-J., Liu, H., Chen, K.-H., Liu, T.-T., Hsieh, T.-Y., Chuang, H.-C., Chen, C.-C., Lin, I.-C., Ng, K.-F., Huang, H.-Y., & Chen, T.-C. (2023, February). Association between hepatic angiosarcoma and end-stage renal disease: Nationwide population-based evidence and enriched mutational signature of aristolochic acid exposure. The Journal of Pathology. Advance online publication.

Hsieh, C.-H., Kuan, W.-H., Chang, W.-L., Kuo, I.-Y., Hsun, L., Shieh, D.-B., Liu, H., Tan, B., & Wang, Y.-C. (2022, October). Dysregulation of SOX17/NRF2 axis confers chemoradiotherapy resistance and emerges as a novel therapeutic target in esophageal squamous cell carcinoma. Journal of Biomedical Science, 29(1), 90.

Yang, C.-K., Hsu, H.-C., Liu, Y.-H., Tsai, W.-S., Ma, C.-P., Chen, Y.-T., Tan, B.-C.-M., Lai, Y.-Y., Chang, I. Y.-F., Yang, C., Yang, C.-Y., Yu, J.-S., & Liu, H. (2022, July). EV-miRome-wide profiling uncovers miR-320c for detecting metastatic colorectal cancer and monitoring the therapeutic response. Cell Oncology (Dordrecht), 45(4), 621–638.

Chen, Y.-T., Kan, C.-H., Liu, H., Liu, Y.-H., Wu, C.-C., Kuo, Y.-P., Chang, I. Y.-F., Chang, K.-P., Yu, J.-S., & Tan, B.-C.-M. (2022, July). Modular scaffolding by lncRNA HOXA10-AS promotes oral cancer progression. Cell Death & Disease, 13(7), 629.

Randa Yousry Thabet | Aquatic Animal Diseases | Excellence in Research Award

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Dr. Randa Yousry Thabet | Aquatic Animal Diseases | Excellence in Research Award

Arish University | Egypt

Randa Yousry El-Sayed Thabet is a dedicated Egyptian scholar in aquaculture health and veterinary sciences, recognized for her expertise in fish virology, aquatic disease diagnostics, and molecular pathogen detection. She holds advanced academic qualifications in aquaculture diseases control, fish virology, and veterinary medical sciences, which shaped her strong foundation in marine pathology and disease prevention. Her professional experience spans university teaching, curriculum development, student mentoring, scientific research, and institutional service, complemented by impactful industry work in vaccine development, scientific affairs, and laboratory quality control. Her research interests focus on viral pathogens of fish and shrimp, molecular diagnostics, aquatic toxicology, nanotechnology applications in aquaculture, and sustainable disease management strategies. She possesses extensive research skills in molecular biology techniques, histopathology, cell culture, bioinformatics, vaccine evaluation, and physiological assessment of aquatic organisms. Her achievements are enriched by numerous training programs in fish health, biotechnology, scientific writing, leadership, and advanced laboratory techniques. She has been honored with academic excellence awards, recognition from professional syndicates, and certificates celebrating her contributions to veterinary and aquaculture sciences, along with achievements in music and community engagement. In conclusion, Randa Thabet stands out as a committed researcher and educator whose multidisciplinary expertise, strong scientific background, and dedication to improving aquaculture health make her a valuable contributor to the advancement of aquatic veterinary medicine.

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Rasool Baghbani | Biomedical Sensors | Excellence in Research Award

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Prof. Dr. Rasool Baghbani | Biomedical Sensors | Excellence in Research Award

Hamedan University of Technology | Iran

Rasool Baghbani is a dedicated biomedical engineering scholar and faculty member at Hamedan University of Technology whose work bridges advanced engineering with clinical innovation through the development of intelligent medical devices, embedded microsystems, bioimpedance technologies, and IoMT solutions. His academic background spans electrical engineering, biomedical instrumentation, and bioelectrics, culminating in doctoral research focused on bioimpedance-based lung cancer diagnostics, which led to multiple scientific publications and validated methods for intraoperative assessment. His professional experience includes academic teaching, supervising graduate research, leading departmental initiatives, and contributing to national evaluation of medical equipment in alignment with international safety and performance standards. His research interests encompass biomedical sensors, firmware programming, biophysical signal analysis, medical robotics, bioelectromagnetics, and machine learning for health applications, supported by strong skills in Python, C++, MATLAB, microcontroller programming, PCB design, COMSOL modelling, laboratory instrumentation, and hardware prototyping. His achievements include multiple recognitions in teaching, research excellence, peer-review service for leading journals, and patents in medical technology. Through his interdisciplinary expertise and sustained commitment to innovation, he continues to advance biomedical engineering by designing practical, patient-centered solutions while inspiring future researchers, ultimately aiming to elevate healthcare through technology-driven problem solving.

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Baghbani, R., Rad, M. A., & Pourziad, A. (2015). Microwave sensor for non-invasive glucose measurements: Design and implementation of a novel linear method. IET Wireless Sensor Systems, 5(2), 51–57.
Citations: 58

Hamouleh-Alipour, A., Forouzeshfard, M., Baghbani, R., & Vafapour, Z. (2022). Blood hemoglobin concentration sensing by optical nano biosensor-based plasmonic metasurface: A feasibility study. IEEE Transactions on Nanotechnology, 1–8.
Citations: 49

Baghbani, R., Shadmehr, M. B., Ashoorirad, M., Molaeezadeh, S. F., & Moradi, M. H. (2021). Bioimpedance spectroscopy measurement and classification of lung tissue to identify pulmonary nodules. IEEE Transactions on Instrumentation and Measurement, 70, 1–7.
Citations: 45

Alipour, A. H., Khani, S., Ashoorirad, M., & Baghbani, R. (2023). Trapped multimodal resonance in magnetic field enhancement and sensitive THz plasmon sensor for toxic materials accusation. IEEE Sensors Journal, 23(13), 14057–14066.
Citations: 35

Shanshan Li | Skin Wound Healing | Excellence in Research Award

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Dr. Shanshan Li | Skin Wound Healing | Excellence in Research Award

Xuzhou Medical University, Department of Forensic Medicine | China

Dr. Shanshan Li is an associate professor and deputy chief forensic physician at Xuzhou Medical University, recognized for her strong academic foundation in forensic medicine and her contributions to wound healing and neurotrauma research. She completed her clinical and forensic medical training across leading Chinese institutions and enhanced her expertise through postdoctoral clinical research and international academic exposure as a visiting scholar. Her professional experience spans teaching, pathology practice, forensic consultation, and mentorship of diverse student groups, supported by an active role on youth editorial boards in reputable medical journals. Her research interests focus on skin wound repair, the wound microenvironment, and brain contusion, and she has developed skills in transcriptomic analysis, molecular pathology, nanoparticle therapeutics, fibrosis regulation, and experimental design. Her scholarly output includes numerous high-impact publications as a first or corresponding author, patents as a primary inventor, and a co-authored academic book, reflecting her innovative contributions to forensic and biomedical science. She is an active member of regional forensic associations and has earned recognition through competitive research projects and editorial appointments. Overall, Dr. Li’s work advances understanding of tissue regeneration and neuroinflammation, demonstrating her commitment to scientific excellence and strengthening her candidacy for recognition in research distinction.

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Zhou, Z., Huang, X., Chen, C., Zou, T., Hai, Y., Dong, G., & Li, S. (2026). LncRNA RMST knockout inhibits fibrosis by down-regulating Smad3 during mouse skin wound healing. Biochemistry and Biophysics Reports, 45, 102386.

Zhao, T., Zhou, Y., Zhang, D., Han, D., Ma, J., Li, S., Li, T., Hu, S., & Li, Z. (2024). Inhibition of TREM-1 alleviates neuroinflammation by modulating microglial polarization via SYK/p38MAPK signaling pathway after traumatic brain injury. Brain Research, 1834, 148907.

Zhang, X., Huang, X., Hang, D., Jin, J., Li, S., Zhu, Y., & Liu, H. (2024). Targeting pyroptosis with nanoparticles to alleviate neuroinflammatory for preventing secondary damage following traumatic brain injury. Science Advances, 10(2), eadj4260.

Jianhua Liu | Neuroscience | Excellence in Research Award

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Mrs. jianhua Liu | Neuroscience | Excellence in Research Award

East China Normal University | China

Jianhua Liu is a dedicated Ph.D. candidate in Cognitive Psychology at East China Normal University with a strong academic foundation including an M.Sc. in Physiology from Weifang Medical University and a B.Sc. in Clinical Discipline of Chinese and Western Integrative Medicine. She has gained extensive professional experience through participation in multiple national and provincial research projects, collaborating with peers and mentors across several institutions in China, and contributing to a range of biomedical and rehabilitation studies. Her research interests center on episodic memory, oculomotor behavior, recognition memory, endothelial progenitor cells, and rehabilitation medicine, bridging cognitive neuroscience and clinical applications. She has published over ten peer-reviewed articles in both Chinese and international journals, demonstrating proficiency in experimental design, behavioral analysis, data interpretation, and interdisciplinary research methodologies. Jianhua Liu has been recognized for her scholarly excellence with awards such as the Best Research Scholar Award and the Excellence in Research Award, reflecting her commitment to advancing memory science and rehabilitation therapies. Her contributions have enhanced understanding of memory mechanisms in non-human primates and investigated cellular responses in biomedical contexts, highlighting her ability to integrate theory and practice. Overall, she stands out as a researcher who combines rigorous scientific inquiry, innovative methodologies, and collaborative engagement to drive meaningful advancements in cognitive psychology and translational medicine.

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Calin-Adrian COMES | Digital Transformation | Best Academic Researcher Award

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Dr. Calin-Adrian COMES | Digital Transformation | Best Academic Researcher Award

George Emil Palade University of Medicine | Romania

Calin-Adrian Comes is an accomplished academic leader serving as the Institutional Director of the Centre for Studies in Law, Economics and Business at George Emil Palade University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science and Technology of Targu Mures, where he contributes to advancing interdisciplinary research in economics, finance, migration studies and data-driven social analysis. He has built his educational foundation in economics and quantitative methods, strengthening it through advanced academic training that integrates econometrics, computational modelling and applied analytical techniques. His professional experience spans teaching, research supervision and collaborative engagement across national and international academic networks. His research interests encompass remittances, migration dynamics, financial flows, labour mobility, econometric modelling and data-mining approaches supporting evidence-based policy. He is skilled in quantitative analysis, stochastic modelling, statistical computing, data mining, natural language processing, SQL and NoSQL databases, as well as interdisciplinary methods that connect economic theory with real-world socio-economic challenges. His work includes contributions to books, journal articles and conference proceedings, supported by widespread citations that reflect his academic impact. He is affiliated with professional societies such as IEEE and the Econometric Society, and his achievements have positioned him for recognition through prestigious scientific award platforms. Overall, he stands out as a researcher committed to analytical rigor, collaborative scholarship and advancing knowledge that informs sustainable economic and social development.

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Featured Publications

Comes, C. A., Bunduchi, E., Vasile, V., & Stefan, D. (2018). The impact of foreign direct investments and remittances on economic growth: A case study in Central and Eastern Europe. Sustainability, 10(1), 238.
Citations: 159

Bresfelean, V. P., Bresfelean, M., Ghisoiu, N., & Comes, C. A. (2008). Determining students’ academic failure profile founded on data mining methods. In ITI 2008: 30th International Conference on Information Technology Interfaces (pp. 1–6).
Citations: 102

Stefan, D., Vasile, V., Oltean, A., Comes, C. A., Stefan, A. B., & Ciucan-Rusu, L., et al. (2021). Women entrepreneurship and sustainable business development: Key findings from a SWOT–AHP analysis. Sustainability, 13(9), 5298.
Citations: 97

 

Jiawei Zheng | Toxicology | Excellence in Research Award

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Mr. Jiawei Zheng | Toxicology | Excellence in Research Award 

Jinquan Satellite Launch Center Hospital | China

Jiawei Zheng is an attending doctor at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center Hospital whose work integrates clinical practice with specialized research in occupational toxicology, particularly focusing on hepatotoxicity mechanisms relevant to aerospace environments. Trained in medical sciences with a concentration in toxicology, he has built a career that blends laboratory investigation with applied aerospace-medicine service, serving as a principal investigator for internally supported projects aimed at understanding and mitigating toxin-induced organ injury. His research explores oxidative stress, apoptosis signaling, and metabolic intervention, with special emphasis on the pathways disrupted by exposure to aerospace-related chemicals. He has developed strong skills in experimental design, animal modeling, cellular and biochemical analysis, mechanistic interpretation, and scientific writing, demonstrated through his first-author contribution to a peer-reviewed article that reveals a novel mechanistic pathway underlying UDMH-induced liver injury. His professional experience also includes leading a hospital consultancy initiative focused on toxicological risk assessment. Although early in his publication journey, his work has already contributed meaningful insights to the field of hepatotoxicity research. With dedication to advancing occupational health protection for aerospace personnel, he continues to pursue research that supports scientific innovation, clinical safety, and the broader mission of improving health resilience in high-risk technological environments.

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Zheng, J., Liu, W., Zhu, X., Ran, L., Lang, H., Yi, L., Mi, M., & Zhu, J. (2020). Pterostilbene enhances endurance capacity via promoting skeletal muscle adaptations to exercise training in rats. Molecules, 25(1), 186.

Huang, Y., Zhu, X., Chen, K., Lang, H., Zhang, Y., Hou, P., Ran, L., Zhou, M., Zheng, J., Yi, L., & Mi, M. (2019). Resveratrol prevents sarcopenic obesity by reversing mitochondrial dysfunction and oxidative stress via the PKA/LKB1/AMPK pathway. Aging (Albany NY), 11(8), 2217–2240.

 

Tianyu Gao | Fault Diagnosis | Excellence in Research Award

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Dr. Tianyu Gao | Fault Diagnosis | Excellence in Research Award

Harbin Institute of Technology | China

Tianyu Gao is a researcher from China whose work centers on advancing intelligent operation and maintenance technologies through AI-driven methods, with strong contributions to multimodal information fusion, intelligent sensing, and autonomous decision-making for unmanned equipment. He completed comprehensive academic training in measurement and control, instrumentation, and information and communication engineering at the Harbin Institute of Technology, developing a solid foundation that supports his interdisciplinary research. His professional experience spans postdoctoral and grant-supported research focused on improving the reliability of high-performance marine and unmanned propulsion systems by exploring robust diagnostic models and real-time health assessment strategies based on transfer learning and dynamic monitoring. He has contributed notable publications in leading journals covering complex system fault diagnosis, spatiotemporal attention networks, multimodal fusion, and intelligent fault detection. His research skills include advanced machine learning, deep learning, intelligent sensing, signal processing, autonomous diagnostic modeling, and system health monitoring, complemented by strong experience in scholarly reviewing for major IEEE and domain-leading journals. He has served as a session chair at prominent international conferences and is an active member of several IEEE societies. Overall, his work reflects a commitment to advancing intelligent equipment technologies, fostering innovation in autonomous systems, and contributing impactful research to the global engineering community.

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Pouya Farshbaf Aghajani | Food Chemistry and Engineering | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Pouya Farshbaf Aghajani | Food Chemistry and Engineering | Editorial Board Member

University of Tehran | Iran

Pouya Farshbaf Aghajani is a highly accomplished food engineer whose academic journey spans advanced studies in food science at the University of Tehran and a foundational background in biosystem engineering from the University of Tabriz. He has consistently excelled in his education, earning top ranks and securing competitive scholarships while completing rigorous research on ultrasound-assisted cultivation, sustainable extraction methods, and innovative approaches in food quality enhancement. His professional experience includes teaching and mentoring within the Scientific Research Association at the University of Tehran, evaluating scholarly work as a certified reviewer for reputable journals, and managing editorial responsibilities as an assistant editor-in-chief, all of which highlight his commitment to scientific accuracy and academic development. Pouya’s research interests integrate energy-efficient processing, advanced ultrasound applications, food safety technologies, and artificial intelligence, supported by strong technical proficiency in laboratory instrumentation, engineering software, and analytical tools, alongside excellent communication and teamwork skills. His achievements have been recognized through multiple academic honors that reflect his dedication and leadership in the field. Overall, Pouya stands out as a promising food engineering specialist whose innovative mindset, teaching contributions, and sustainable research vision position him as an impactful scholar with strong potential for continued advancement in scientific and professional arenas.

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Featured Publications

Aghajani, P. F., Firouz, M. S., & Bohlol, P. (2024). Revolutionizing mushroom identification: Improving efficiency with ultrasound-assisted frozen sample analysis and deep learning techniques. Journal of Agriculture and Food Research, 15, 100946.

Chamgordani, P. A., Firouz, M. S., Omid, M., Hadidi, N., & Aghajani, P. F. (2024). Dual-stage ultrasound in deep frying of potato chips: Effects on the oil absorption and the quality of fried chips. Ultrasonics Sonochemistry, 103, 106779.

Aghajani, P. F., Firouz, M. S., & Chamgordani, P. A. (2023). The improvement of freezing time and functional quality of frozen mushrooms by application of probe-type power ultrasound. Ultrasonics Sonochemistry, 100, 106637.