Aleeza Adeel | Computer Science | Research Excellence Award

Mrs. Aleeza Adeel | Computer Science | Research Excellence Award

The University of Waikato | New Zealand

Mrs. Aleeza Adeel is a Ph.D. student at the School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences, University of Waikato, New Zealand, specializing in digital twin frameworks, sustainable energy systems, and user-centered computing solutions. Her research focuses on developing interoperable and scalable digital twin technologies to optimize energy system management, enhance operational efficiency, and support sustainable resource utilization. She has contributed to peer-reviewed publications, including a recent article in Energies on an interoperable user-centered digital twin framework, demonstrating her commitment to integrating advanced computational models with real-world energy systems. Aleeza collaborates with interdisciplinary researchers, including experts in energy management and computational modeling, to ensure her work addresses both technical rigor and societal relevance. Her research contributes to sustainable energy transitions by providing data-driven, user-centric solutions that improve system performance, reduce environmental impact, and support informed decision-making in complex energy infrastructures.

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An Interoperable User‑Centred Digital Twin Framework for Sustainable Energy System Management

– Adeel, A., Apperley, M., & Walmsley, T. G., Energies, 2026, 19(2), Article 333

Miroslaw Kozielski | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Miroslaw Kozielski | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

Kazimierz Wielki University | Poland

Mr. Mirosław Kozielski is a researcher at Kazimierz Wielki University in Bydgoszcz, Poland, specializing in computer science, with a strong focus on natural language processing (NLP), industrial informatics, and Industry 4.0/5.0 technologies. His research addresses the use of intelligent language-based systems for automated industrial documentation, knowledge representation, and digital transformation in modern manufacturing environments. He has authored 7 peer-reviewed publications, which have accumulated 35 citations, and holds an h-index of 3, reflecting a focused and emerging academic impact. Dr. Kozielski collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, contributing to the integration of artificial intelligence with industrial and organizational processes. His work supports the development of efficient, human-centric, and sustainable industrial systems, with societal impact through improved documentation quality, enhanced knowledge accessibility, and the practical adoption of advanced AI-driven solutions in contemporary industrial ecosystems.

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Bogusław Buszewski | Analytical chemistry| Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Bogusław Buszewski | Analytical chemistry| Best Researcher Award

Professor | Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń | Poland

Prof. Dr. Bogusław X. Buszewski, affiliated with Klaipėda University, Lithuania, is a distinguished researcher in analytical chemistry, with extensive expertise in chromatography, chemical analysis, and bioactive compound characterization. Over his prolific career, he has authored 794 publications, 26,275 citations and an h-index of 70, reflecting his significant scientific influence. His research spans the study of natural products, nanoparticle interactions, food safety, and advanced analytical methodologies, integrating in vitro, in vivo, and in silico approaches. Prof. Buszewski has collaborated with over 700 co-authors internationally, contributing to global advancements in chemical and biological sciences. His work not only advances analytical techniques but also addresses societal challenges, including food safety, environmental monitoring, and human health, underscoring his commitment to impactful, translational research.

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M.Prithivi Raj | Natural Fiber | Best Researcher Award

Dr. M.Prithivi Raj | Natural Fiber | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | Kamaraj college of engineering and technology | India

Dr. M. Prithivi Raj is a researcher at Kamaraj College of Engineering and Technology, with expertise in sustainable materials engineering and biopolymer composites. His research focuses on eco-friendly biocomposite films, biodegradable polymers, and biomass valorization, addressing critical challenges in green manufacturing and environmental sustainability. He has authored 11 peer-reviewed research publications, accumulating 487 citations with an h-index of 8, reflecting steady academic impact. His notable contributions include studies on PLA-based biocomposites reinforced with natural fillers, aimed at enhancing material performance while reducing dependence on petroleum-based plastics. M. Prithivi Raj actively collaborates with multidisciplinary research teams, fostering knowledge exchange across materials science, environmental engineering, and applied chemistry. His work supports circular economy principles, promotes sustainable alternatives to conventional polymers, and contributes to research-driven engineering education and societal environmental awareness at both national and international levels.

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Maria Dimopoulou | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Maria Dimopoulou | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Research Excellence Award

University of Thessaly | Greece

Dr. Maria Dimopoulou is an emerging academic researcher at the University of Thessaly, Volos, Greece, with scholarly expertise in nutritional science, public health, and culinary medicine, particularly in the management of chronic metabolic disorders such as Type II Diabetes Mellitus. She has authored 10 peer-reviewed publications, accumulating 187 citations and an h-index of 5, reflecting growing academic visibility and research relevance. Her work emphasizes evidence-based dietary interventions, nutritional profiling of meals, and lifestyle-oriented clinical strategies, as demonstrated by her open-access review on culinary medicine and diabetes care. Dr. Dimopoulou actively collaborates with multidisciplinary research teams, contributing to clinical nutrition, preventive healthcare, and patient-centered dietary planning. The societal impact of her research lies in promoting sustainable, practical, and culturally adaptable nutritional approaches that support chronic disease management and improve quality of life. Through continued research dissemination and collaboration, she contributes meaningfully to global efforts in nutrition-driven healthcare innovation.

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Takeshi Nikawa | Biochemistry | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Dr. Takeshi Nikawa | Biochemistry | Research Excellence Award

Tokushima University Graduate School | Japan

Prof. Dr. Takeshi Nikawa is a distinguished researcher at Tokushima University, Japan, with expertise in skeletal muscle physiology, molecular biology, and nutritional interventions. His research explores the mechanisms underlying muscle atrophy, mitochondrial function, and gene regulation during myogenesis, aiming to understand how these processes impact aging, metabolism, and overall health. Nikawa’s work integrates experimental studies with translational approaches to develop strategies for maintaining muscle mass and function, particularly in aging populations or individuals at risk of muscle degeneration. He actively collaborates with international scientists across multiple disciplines, fostering knowledge exchange and advancing global research initiatives. Through his publications and applied studies, Nikawa contributes to both fundamental scientific understanding and practical interventions, supporting the development of therapeutic, nutritional, and lifestyle strategies that enhance quality of life and address key societal challenges related to health and aging.

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Jiawei Shi | curriculum teaching | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Jiawei Shi | curriculum teaching | Best Researcher Award

Senior Lecturer | Zhoukou Normal University | China

Mrs. Jiawei Shi is a Senior Lecturer and Research Scholar at Zhoukou Normal University and HUANGHE S&T University, specializing in the intersection of art education, digital pedagogy, and educational equity. His research focuses on addressing structural challenges in China’s basic art education—particularly teacher shortages, disparities in resource allocation, and uneven regional development—through evidence-based digital innovation. As the sole author of the high-impact empirical study “Digital applications inject new vitality into art education—Path analysis based on data of art teachers in basic education in China,” Shi has contributed a rigorous and multidimensional analytical framework that integrates literature review, policy analysis, national education statistics, survey research, Delphi method, Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP), and the CIPP evaluation model. His work constructs a weighted evaluation index system (Y=0.35X1+0.15X2+0.22X3+0.28X4) and provides robust empirical evidence demonstrating the significant effectiveness of digital applications in enhancing teaching environments, resource distribution, and instructional outcomes in art education. The study’s findings—such as the expert authority coefficient Cr=0.632 and comparative evaluation results between digital demonstration schools and traditional schools—offer both scholarly insight and practical policy value. Shi has authored multiple academic publications and collaborated with interdisciplinary teams and provincial research initiatives, including the 2024 Henan Xingwenhua Cultural Engineering Project (No. 2024XWH241). His research has attracted growing academic attention and citation within the fields of digital education reform and art education modernization. Beyond theoretical contributions, Shi’s work supports national and regional decision-making by proposing actionable strategies for optimizing teacher training, funding mechanisms, and digital resource integration. Committed to advancing educational modernization, he continues to pursue research that promotes equity, innovation, and high-quality development in China’s basic education system, ensuring that digital transformation contributes meaningfully to cultural transmission, artistic literacy, and social progress.

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Shi, J. (n.d.). Digital applications inject new vitality into art education: Path analysis based on data of art teachers in basic education in China.

Jiawei Shi’s research advances the digital transformation of art education by providing a scientifically validated framework that supports equitable resource distribution and improved instructional quality across China’s basic education system. His work guides policymakers, educators, and institutions in adopting evidence-based digital strategies that enhance cultural literacy, modernize teaching practices, and promote inclusive, high-quality education with broad societal impact.

Margarida Romero | Education | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Margarida Romero | Education | Best Researcher Award

Professor | Université Côte d’Azur | France

Prof. Dr. Margarida Romero is a distinguished full professor at Université Côte d’Azur, France, where she leads the Learning, Innovation and Education (LINE) research lab. With a strong academic foundation, she holds a European Ph.D. in Psychology of Education jointly awarded by the University of Toulouse Le Mirail and Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, where she earned the Extraordinary Doctorate Award for her outstanding thesis. Her academic journey also includes master’s degrees in Educational Psychology and Pedagogical Engineering, reflecting her deep commitment to advancing educational sciences. Professionally, she has held prestigious positions, including tenured professorship at Université Laval in Canada and vice-dean of research at Université Côte d’Azur, contributing significantly to the internationalization of educational technology research. Her research interests lie in technology-enhanced learning, creativity in digital education, co-creativity, and the pedagogical integration of serious games, where she has led multiple high-impact projects such as ANR CreaMaker and FP7 Euro-CAT-CSCL. Prof. Romero possesses extensive research and teaching expertise across undergraduate to doctoral levels, having supervised numerous Ph.D. and postdoctoral researchers and organized key international conferences and workshops promoting innovation in digital education. Her exceptional scholarly productivity includes over 35 journal articles, 6 books, and 35 chapters, accumulating more than 6,000 citations and an h-index above 30, signifying her influential academic impact. She has received numerous honors, including the Université d’Été Ludovia Research Award, the Academy of Management MED Barry Armandi Award, and recognition from international institutions for her pioneering contributions to educational innovation. A prolific scholar and leader, Prof. Romero’s work bridges creativity, technology, and pedagogy, making her a prominent figure in shaping 21st-century learning practices. Her dedication to advancing co-creativity, educational innovation, and digital pedagogy continues to inspire global collaborations and drive transformative research in technology-enhanced education.

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  1. Monereo, C., & Romero, M. (2008). Los entornos virtuales de aprendizaje basados en sistemas de emulación cognitiva. In C. Monereo (Ed.), Psicología de la educación virtual. Aprender y enseñar con las Tecnologías de la Información y la Comunicación. [Chapter]. Cited by: 1,532

  2. Capdeferro, N., & Romero, M. (2012). Are online learners frustrated with collaborative learning experiences? The International Review of Research in Open and Distance Learning, 13(2), 26–44. Cited by: 500

  3. Romero, M., Usart, M., & Ott, M. (2015). Can Serious Games contribute to developing and sustaining 21st century skills? Games and Culture, 10(2), 148–177. https://doi.org/10.1177/1555412014557546 Cited by: 443

  4. Panadero, E., & Romero, M. (2014). To rubric or not to rubric? The effects of self-assessment on self-regulation, performance, and self-efficacy. Assessment in Education: Principles, Policy & Practice, 21(2), 133–148. https://doi.org/10.1080/0969594X.2013.877872 Cited by: 417

  5. Romero, M., Lepage, A., & Lille, B. (2017). Computational thinking development through creative programming in higher education. International Journal of Educational Technology in Higher Education, 14(1), 42. https://doi.org/10.1186/s41239-017-0080-z Cited by: 361

Valmir Rastely-Junior | Infectious Diseases | Young Scientist Award

Mr. Valmir Rastely-Junior | Infectious Diseases | Young Scientist Award

Universidade Federal da Bahia | Brazil

Mr. Valmir Rastely-Junior is a distinguished physician specializing in infectious diseases, pediatrics, and neuropediatrics, with an MD from the Federal University of Bahia (UFBA, 2015). He has accumulated extensive clinical and research experience, focusing on child health, congenital Zika syndrome, antimicrobial resistance, and public health inequities, integrating multidisciplinary care with evidence-based interventions. His professional trajectory includes work at Fiocruz Bahia on neurodevelopmental studies, epidemiologic surveillance, teratogen information services, and COVID-19 teleadvice programs. He has been instrumental in technology-driven initiatives such as Telecoronavírus (UFBA) and Artificial Intelligence as a Service for Combating COVID-19 (Rede CoVida/Cidacs Fiocruz), emphasizing the translation of research into practical, community-focused solutions. Mr. Rastely-Junior’s research interests center on infectious-disease–driven child health, neurodevelopmental outcomes in congenital infections, health disparities, and AI-supported clinical and epidemiological tools. He possesses strong research skills, including clinical study design, epidemiologic analysis, bibliometric synthesis, and international collaborative research, demonstrated through six peer-reviewed publications in Scopus and PubMed-indexed journals, three joint research projects, two conference presentations, and mentorship of research scholars. His work has earned eight awards and recognitions, including first-place honors at Fiocruz Bahia and an honorable mention in the International Balint Award/Ascona Prize, reflecting both scientific excellence and societal impact. Mr. Rastely-Junior is an active member of 16 professional bodies, contributing to editorial, review, and volunteer initiatives that promote knowledge dissemination and community engagement. In conclusion, his blend of clinical expertise, innovative research, international collaborations, and commitment to evidence-based public health positions him as a promising leader in global biomedical research, capable of advancing high-impact publications, AI-enabled solutions, and mentorship programs that enhance healthcare outcomes and scientific standards worldwide. 27 Citations | 3 Documents | 2 h-index.

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  1. Aguilar Ticona, J. P., Nery Jr, N., Doss-Gollin, S., Gambrah, C., Lessa, M., … Rastely-Junior, V. N. (2021). Heterogeneous development of children with Congenital Zika Syndrome-associated microcephaly. PLoS One, 16(9), e0256444. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0256444. Cited by: 26

  2. Nery Jr, N., Aguilar Ticona, J. P., Gambrah, C., Doss-Gollin, S., Aromolaran, A., … Rastely-Junior, V. N. (2021). Social determinants associated with Zika virus infection in pregnant women. PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases, 15(7), e0009612. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pntd.0009612. Cited by: 14

  3. Aromolaran, A., Araujo, K., Ladines-Lim, J. B., Nery Jr, N., do Rosário, M. S., … Rastely-Junior, V. N. (2022). Unequal burden of Zika-associated microcephaly among populations with public and private healthcare in Salvador, Brazil. International Journal of Infectious Diseases, 120, 201–204. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijid.2022.06.021. Cited by: 6

  4. Mattos, A. M., Rastely-Junior, V. N., Pires, M. M., Aguilar, J. P., Lessa, M. S. A., Regis, C., … (2023). Predictors of neurodevelopment in microcephaly associated with congenital Zika Syndrome: A prospective study. Children, 10(12), 1831. https://doi.org/10.3390/children10121831. Cited by: 3

  5. Brito, L. B., Rastely-Junior, V. N., Browne, E. S., Nery Júnior, N. R. R., … (2016). Sinais e sintomas de zika-virus em gestantes internadas em um Hospital Público de referência da Bahia. Cited by: 2

 

Pengyun Xu | Surface Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pengyun Xu | Surface Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor | Ocean University of China | China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pengyun Xu is an accomplished researcher and academic leader in the field of thermal spray technologies, functional coatings, and micro/nanostructured surfaces, currently serving as an Associate Professor at the College of Engineering, Ocean University of China. He obtained his Ph.D. in Mechanical and Industrial Engineering from the University of Toronto, Canada, in 2019, under the mentorship of the renowned Prof. Javad Mostaghimi, focusing on the deposition of superhydrophobic rare earth oxide coatings via solution precursor plasma spray processes. Dr. Xu previously worked as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Toronto (2019–2021), where he investigated columnar-structured thermal barrier coatings, pseudocapacitor electrodes, and graphene synthesis. His current research centers on liquid feedstock plasma spray processes, underwater drag-reduction coatings, superhydrophobic and thermal barrier coatings, and the modeling of micro/nanoscale behaviors in plasma jets, integrating experimental and computational approaches. Dr. Xu’s research skills span materials synthesis, advanced plasma spray technologies, surface morphology control, and functional property characterization, complemented by strong expertise in cross-disciplinary project management. He has published extensively, with over 15 first- or corresponding-author papers in high-impact journals such as Journal of Advanced Ceramics, Surface & Coatings Technology, and Journal of Colloid and Interface Science, and has authored a book chapter with Elsevier. Dr. Xu has led several national and provincial-level research projects and collaborated internationally through NSERC-funded programs in Canada. He serves as a guest editor, editorial board member, and best paper award judge for international conferences and journals. His awards and honors include multiple grants from the Shandong Provincial Natural Science Foundation and the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation, reflecting his innovative contributions to advanced coating technologies. In conclusion, Dr. Xu exemplifies scientific excellence, leadership, and innovation in materials engineering, with his research advancing sustainable surface technologies and his growing influence promising significant international impact in the field of functional coatings and surface science. 895 Citations | 33 Documents | 15 h-index .

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  1. Wei, Z. Y., Meng, G. H., Chen, L., Li, G. R., Liu, M. J., Zhang, W. X., Zhao, L. N., Zhang, Q., Xu, P., … (2022). Progress in ceramic materials and structure design toward advanced thermal barrier coatings. Journal of Advanced Ceramics, 11(7), 985–1068. Cited by: 335

  2. Xu, P., Coyle, T. W., Pershin, L., & Mostaghimi, J. (2018). Superhydrophobic ceramic coating: Fabrication by solution precursor plasma spray and investigation of wetting behavior. Journal of Colloid and Interface Science, 523, 35–44. Cited by: 70

  3. Meng, G. H., Liu, H., Xu, P. Y., Li, G. R., Xu, T., Yang, G. J., & Li, C. J. (2020). Superior oxidation resistant MCrAlY bond coats prepared by controlled atmosphere heat treatment. Corrosion Science, 170, 108653. Cited by: 69

  4. Xu, P., Coyle, T. W., Pershin, L., & Mostaghimi, J. (2018). Fabrication of micro-/nano-structured superhydrophobic ceramic coating with reversible wettability via a novel solution precursor vacuum plasma spray process. Materials & Design, 160, 974–984. Cited by: 53

  5. Yi, P., Zhan, X., He, Q., Liu, Y., Xu, P., Xiao, P., & Jia, D. (2019). Influence of laser parameters on graphite morphology in the bonding zone and process optimization in gray cast iron laser cladding. Optics & Laser Technology, 109, 480–487. Cited by: 51