Kang Mao | Environmental Science | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Kang Mao | Environmental Science | Research Excellence Award

Researcher | Institute of Geochemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences | China

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Rangika Halwatura | Environmental Science | Innovative Research Award

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Prof. Dr. Rangika Halwatura | Environmental Science | Innovative Research Award

Senior Professor | University of Moratuwa | Sri Lanka

Dr. Rangika Umesh Halwatura is a leading Sri Lankan researcher at the University of Moratuwa, recognized for advancing sustainable construction materials, climate-resilient built environments, and heritage-inspired surface technologies. With 79 publications, 1,109 citations, and an h-index of 17, he has contributed significantly to geopolymers, clay-based surface coatings, disaster resilience, and consumer behavior in sustainable fashion. His multidisciplinary collaborations spanning more than 90 co-authors reflect strong international engagement and impact across engineering, sustainability science, and socio-environmental research. Dr. Halwatura’s recent works include natural coating development, climate adaptation policy coherence, and resource-efficient construction solutions. His scholarship supports national and regional efforts toward climate mitigation, circular economy practices, and sustainable development.

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Anwer Al-Attwani | Environmental Science | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Anwer Al-Attwani | Environmental Science | Research Excellence Award

Mechanical Engineering | Marmara University | Iraq

Dr. Anwer Hamed is a researcher specializing in computational fluid dynamics, heat transfer, thermodynamics, and advanced internal combustion engines. His work focuses on performance optimization, emissions reduction, and hybrid energy systems, particularly within methane/diesel RCCI engines and solar-assisted steam turbine power plants. He has authored multiple peer-reviewed studies, accumulating citations across several international journals and conference proceedings, including Applied Sciences and leading thermal-science congresses. His collaborations with scholars in Türkiye and the broader region have contributed to advancements in sustainable engine technologies and solar-thermal integration. Through simulation-driven methodologies and parametric analyses, his research supports cleaner energy production and enhanced system efficiency, offering measurable societal benefits in the transition toward low-emission power and transport systems.

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Prof. Dr. John Warner | Allergic Diseases | Research Excellence Award

Emeritus Professor | Imperial College London | United Kingdom

John O. Warner is a leading clinician-scientist in paediatrics, allergy, and respiratory medicine whose work has shaped modern understanding of asthma, food allergy, and early-life immune development. His research spans inhalant and food allergy, allergy prevention, airway and gut inflammation, artificial food additives, developmental origins of health and disease, and paediatric long-COVID. With 590 publications, he has delivered influential clinical trials, advanced mechanisms of allergic disease, and contributed to integrated care pathways and improvement science. His work also includes landmark studies on nutrition, human milk immunity, RSV bronchiolitis, paediatric asthma management, and the behavioural impacts of food additives.

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Rustem Uzbekov | Biomedical Sciences | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Rustem Uzbekov | Biomedical Sciences | Research Excellence Award

PhD, HDR, IR | Tours University / Moscow University | France

Dr. Rustem E. Uzbekov is a distinguished cell biologist whose research has significantly advanced global understanding of centrosome architecture, centriole biology, and microtubule-based cellular organization. With 3,079 citations, 136 publications, and an h-index of 32, his scholarly record reflects a sustained and influential contribution to the fields of cytology, ultrastructural biology, and cell cycle regulation. Dr. Uzbekov’s work, conducted at Lomonosov Moscow State University, spans a comprehensive exploration of the centrosome—its structure, anomalies, functional dynamics, and its role in human diseases. His extensive body of work includes influential book chapters and editorial contributions that map the historical evolution of centrosome research and highlight emerging frontiers such as insect centrioles and pericentriolar material organization. His strong collaborative footprint—evident through over 340 co-authors—demonstrates his central role in international scientific networks and interdisciplinary cytobiology research. Dr. Uzbekov’s studies provide critical insights into the mechanisms of centrosome splitting, mitotic spindle formation, and microtubule system organization, forming foundational knowledge relevant to cancer biology, developmental defects, and structural cell pathology. With a presence across preprints, co-authored works, and citation-rich publications, his research continues to shape current understanding of cellular ultrastructure and its biomedical implications. Dr. Uzbekov’s academic impact reflects not only scientific rigor and depth but also a strong commitment to advancing cell structural biology at a global scale.

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  1. Uzbekov, R. E. (n.d.). Anomalies of the centrosome and its derivatives in human diseases.

  2. Uzbekov, R. E. (n.d.). Structures associated with the centriolar cylinder.

  3. Uzbekov, R. E. (n.d.). Centrosome structure in mitotic cells. [Book chapter].

  4. Uzbekov, R. E. (n.d.). Pericentriolar material and intercentriolar connections: Mechanisms of centrosome splitting and separation.

  5. Uzbekov, R. E. (n.d.). Ultrastructure of the centrioles and basal bodies.

Francesca Esposito | Biomedical Sciences | Excellence in Research

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Francesca Esposito | Biomedical Sciences | Excellence in Research

Università di Cagliari | Italy

Dr. Francesca Esposito is a distinguished researcher whose scholarly contributions have significantly advanced the fields associated with her work at the Università degli Studi di Cagliari. Her research excellence is reflected in a strong global academic footprint, supported by 2,349 citations, 92 peer-reviewed documents, and an h-index of 30, underscoring her consistent influence, productivity, and high-impact scholarship. Her publication record demonstrates sustained engagement with complex scientific questions, and her work continues to be widely referenced across multiple disciplines. Throughout her career, Dr. Esposito has built an extensive network of over 400 co-authors, illustrating her strong collaborative capacity and her ability to contribute to interdisciplinary, multicenter, and international research endeavors. This breadth of collaboration highlights her role as a connector within the scientific community and reflects her commitment to advancing collective knowledge. Her research topics span diverse and evolving areas, contributing to both foundational understanding and applied scientific progress. Dr. Esposito’s scholarly output is characterized by methodological rigor, empirical depth, and relevance to societal challenges. Her contributions address critical scientific and technological issues, integrating advanced analytical approaches and innovative frameworks that have strengthened current research paradigms. Her publications consistently appear in reputable journals, signaling the recognition of her work by the broader academic community. Beyond academic metrics, Dr. Esposito’s research has generated meaningful societal impact through its applicability in real-world contexts, informing evidence-based decision-making, guiding technological development, and supporting interdisciplinary innovation. Her academic achievements and sustained research output affirm her position as an influential contributor to contemporary scholarship, advancing scientific knowledge and fostering international research collaboration.

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  1. Fulle, M., Marzari, F., Della Corte, V., Fornasier, S., Sierks, H., Rotundi, A., … Esposito, F. (2016). Evolution of the dust size distribution of comet 67P/Churyumov–Gerasimenko from 2.2 AU to perihelion. The Astrophysical Journal, 821(1), 19. Cited by: 225

  2. Formisano, V., Angrilli, F., Arnold, G., Atreya, S., Bianchini, G., Biondi, D., … Esposito, F. (2005). The planetary Fourier spectrometer (PFS) onboard the European Mars Express mission. Planetary and Space Science, 53(10), 963–974. Cited by: 208

  3. Fulle, M., Della Corte, V., Rotundi, A., Weissman, P., Juhasz, A., Szego, K., … Esposito, F. (2015). Density and charge of pristine fluffy particles from comet 67P/Churyumov–Gerasimenko. The Astrophysical Journal Letters, 802(1), L12. Cited by: 189

  4. Rotundi, A., Sierks, H., Della Corte, V., Fulle, M., Gutierrez, P. J., Lara, L., … Esposito, F. (2015). Dust measurements in the coma of comet 67P/Churyumov–Gerasimenko inbound to the Sun. Science, 347(6220), aaa3905. Cited by: 179

  5. Esposito, F., Molinaro, R., Popa, C. I., Molfese, C., Cozzolino, F., Marty, L., … Määttänen, A. (2016). The role of the atmospheric electric field in the dust‐lifting process. Geophysical Research Letters, 43(10), 5501–5508. Cited by: 114

Zhang Guowei | Pharmaceutical Sciences | Excellence in Research

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Mr. Zhang Guowei | Pharmaceutical Sciences | Excellence in Research

Associate Professor |  Hebei University | China

Dr. Zhang Guowei is an active researcher whose work advances the understanding of psychological health, behavioral patterns, and population-level mental well-being, particularly among young adults in contemporary social environments. His academic influence is demonstrated through 347 citations, 20 publications, and an h-index of 10, reflecting a growing global presence and measurable scholarly impact. His research portfolio integrates empirical analysis, psychometric assessment, and digital-behavior analytics to examine how social, environmental, and technological factors shape mental health outcomes. Dr. Zhang’s contributions include impactful studies on anxiety, depression, insomnia, and PTSD among university students, offering timely insights into evolving psychosocial challenges in the post-pandemic era. His work on time-based online survey patterns and their relationship with offline psychological symptoms provides a novel methodological approach, highlighting his ability to connect digital behavioral traces with real-world psychological states. Through these interdisciplinary inquiries, he addresses urgent public-health concerns and informs evidence-based interventions. With a collaborative network spanning over 70 co-authors, Dr. Zhang actively participates in multi-institutional and cross-regional research efforts. This broad collaborative engagement enhances the robustness of his findings and contributes to the global dialogue on mental health resilience, student well-being, and psychosocial risk assessment. His publications in reputable international journals underscore his commitment to research transparency, open access, and data-driven decision-making. Dr. Zhang’s ongoing work strengthens the academic and societal understanding of mental-health dynamics in rapidly changing environments, emphasizing early detection, preventive strategies, and policy relevance. His scholarly trajectory continues to advance applied psychological research, contributing meaningful evidence to public health systems, educational institutions, and community well-being initiatives worldwide.

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  1. Xiong, J.-M., Wang, J.-Y., Liu, Y., … Zhang, G.-W. (2023). Study on prescription medication mode and mechanism of traditional Chinese medicine in the treatment of noncritical COVID-19 based on data mining.

  2. Fu, Z.-T., Wang, J.-Y., Liu, Y., … Zhang, G.-W. (2023). The mechanism of TCM prevention and treatment of heavy COVID-19 based on data mining and network pharmacology.

  3. Zhang, L.-H., Zhang, W.-Y., Xiong, J.-M., … Zhang, G.-W. (2022). Mechanisms of Compound Kushen Injection for the treatment of bladder cancer based on bioinformatics and network pharmacology with experimental validation.

  4. Cui, Q., Ma, Y., Yu, H., … Zhang, G.-W. (2021). Systematic analysis of the mechanism of hydroxysafflor yellow A for treating ischemic stroke based on network pharmacology technology.

  5. Zhang, L., Zhang, W., Xiong, J., … Zhang, G.-W. (2020). Mechanisms of Compound Kushen Injection for treatment of bladder cancer based on bioinformatics and network pharmacology with experimental validation.

Song-Lin Zhou | Biomedical Sciences | Nanotechnology Innovation Award

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Dr. Song-Lin Zhou | Biomedical Sciences | Nanotechnology Innovation Award

Research scientist |  School of Tropical Medicine, Hainan Medical University, Haikou, Hainan | China

Dr. Songlin Zhou is a highly productive and influential researcher whose work spans biomedical sciences, network pharmacology, molecular modeling, and bio-nanotechnology. His scholarly contributions demonstrate a sustained commitment to addressing complex medical and biological challenges through integrative, technology-driven approaches. With 576 citations, 37 peer-reviewed publications, and an h-index of 13, Dr. Zhou has established a meaningful presence in the global scientific community. His recent research includes advanced network pharmacology and molecular simulation studies uncovering the mechanisms of therapeutic compounds such as halociline in gastric cancer, as well as pioneering analyses on gut microbial metabolites that elucidate dual-axis pathogenesis in Crohn’s disease. His open-access work on green biosynthesized silver nanoparticles showcases his interdisciplinary strength, contributing to the development of multifunctional hemostatic agents that combine antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and wound-healing properties. Dr. Zhou’s portfolio reflects wide-ranging international collaboration, with co-authorship across 60 researchers, demonstrating his active engagement in cross-institutional and cross-disciplinary scientific networks. His research not only advances fundamental understanding in disease mechanisms and therapeutic target identification but also supports translational innovation in biomaterials and clinical applications. Through this integrated body of work, Dr. Zhou continues to generate societal impact by contributing to emerging biomedical solutions, strengthening evidence-based therapeutic strategies, and fostering global scientific cooperation.

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Featured Publications

  1. Chen, S., Li, Y., Liu, J., Wu, J., Zhao, H., Cao, R., & Zhou, S. (2025). Gut microbial metabolite crosstalk in Crohn’s disease: Network pharmacology unveils dual-axis pathogenesis and therapeutic targets. BioFactors.

  2. Li, Y., Tan, Y., Zhao, H., Chen, S., Nilghaz, A., Cao, R., & Zhou, S. (2025). Green biosynthetic silver nanoparticles from Ageratum conyzoides as multifunctional hemostatic agents: Combining hemostasis, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties for effective wound healing. Materials Today Bio, 101468.

  3. Zha, X., Li, Y., Zhao, H., Tan, Y., & Zhou, S. (2024). Pyrrolidine, piperazine, and diazinane alkaloids from the marine bacterium strain Vibrio ruber ZXR-93. Molecules, 29(18), 4446.

  4. Zhang, K., Li, X., Yan, C., Shi, R., Fang, Z., Zhou, S., Cao, R., & Tian, J. (2024). All-wood-based ionic power generator with dual functions for alkaline wastewater reuse and energy harvesting. ACS Nano.

  5. Xu, Z., Zha, X., Ji, R., Zhao, H., & Zhou, S. (2023). Green biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles using aqueous extracts of Ageratum conyzoides and their anti-inflammatory effects. ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces.

Wen-bing Ding | Molecular Biology | Pioneer Researcher Award

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Prof. Wen-bing Ding | Molecular Biology | Pioneer Researcher Award

College of Plant Protection, Hunan Agricultural University | China

Dr. Wenbing Ding is an accomplished researcher at Hunan Agricultural University whose work has significantly advanced the molecular biology of insect physiology and sustainable pest management. His academic excellence is reflected in his global research influence, with 461 citations, 55 publications, and an h-index of 14, underscoring his growing impact within agricultural biotechnology and entomological sciences. Dr. Ding’s research centers on gene regulation, reproductive pathways, and innovative RNA interference (RNAi)-based strategies targeting major agricultural pests, particularly Chilo suppressalis and Sogatella furcifera. His recent contributions include elucidating the regulatory role of transcription factor E93 in vitellogenesis, demonstrating the reproductive disruption caused by HR3 knockdown, and exploring CRISPR/Cas9-mediated doublesex gene editing to impair fertility and sexual dimorphism advances that collectively strengthen the scientific foundation for next-generation, eco-friendly pest control technologies. Dr. Ding has also contributed to phytochemical research through the characterization of novel heterocyclic pseudoguaianolide derivatives, reflecting the breadth of his scientific versatility. With over 93 co-authors and collaborations across molecular biology, crop protection, and biochemical research communities, his work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary integration and international engagement. His publications across leading journals such as Molecular Biology Reports, Pest Management Science, Insect Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, and Phytochemistry highlight his commitment to high-impact scientific dissemination. Dr. Ding’s research contributes meaningfully to global food security by promoting molecular insights that can be translated into sustainable agricultural practices, reduced pesticide dependency, and enhanced crop resilience. His continued contributions position him as an influential and forward-looking scientist driving innovation at the interface of insect molecular genetics and sustainable pest management.

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Featured Publications

  1. Ding, W., et al. (2025). Transcription factor E93 regulates vitellogenesis via the vitelline membrane protein 26Ab gene in Chilo suppressalis. Molecular Biology Reports. (Citations: 2)

  2. Ding, W., et al. (2025). Silencing the serine/threonine kinase Akt gene disrupts reproductive physiology in Sogatella furcifera and confers RNAi-mediated insect resistance in rice. Pest Management Science.

  3. Ding, W., et al. (2025). RNA interference knockdown of the nuclear receptor HR3 suppresses vitellogenesis in Chilo suppressalis. Molecular Biology Reports. (Citations: 1)

  4. Ding, W., et al. (2025). Doublesex knockout via CRISPR/Cas9 disrupts fertility and sexual dimorphism of wings in the rice stem borer Chilo suppressalis. Insect Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. (Citations: 0)

  5. Ding, W., et al. (2025). Heterocyclic pseudoguaianolide oligomers and seco-pseudoguaianolide derivatives from the inflorescence of Ambrosia artemisiifolia. Phytochemistry. (Citations: 1)