Andrés Marzal | Plant Physiology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Andrés Marzal | Plant Physiology | Best Researcher Award

Postdoctoral Fellow | Instituto Valenciano de Investigaciones Agrarias (IVIA) | Spain

Andrés Marzal Blay, PhD, is an agricultural engineer specialising in plant molecular and cellular biology, with a focus on the physiological and genetic mechanisms underlying the adaptation of woody crops to abiotic stress. He completed a co-tutelle doctoral degree between the Universitat Politècnica de València (Spain) and the Università degli Studi di Palermo (Italy), earning a European PhD with the highest distinction. His thesis provided new insights into the nutritional, hormonal, and genetic factors regulating alternate bearing in citrus, contributing to the understanding of fruit-induced floral inhibition. Dr Marzal has authored five SCI-indexed publications and has disseminated his research through more than fifteen scientific communications, including nine posters and six oral presentations, several as first author. His work has informed the development of cultivation techniques aimed at reducing production losses in major fruit crops, particularly citrus. He has undertaken international research stays at the IBMCP-CSIC and the Università degli Studi di Palermo, fostering collaborations in meristem biology, flowering regulation, and alternate-bearing physiology. His contributions have been recognised through competitive awards, including the Best Poster Award at the XIV International Citrus Congress (ISHS) and the ‘Young Researchers’ Entrepreneurial Potential’ Award from the Valencian Innovation Agency for the project Citrus Caviar. In parallel with his scientific activities, he has participated in higher-education teaching, co-authored a university handbook on citrus cultivation, supervised student research, and served as a reviewer for peer-reviewed journals and scientific committees. Dr Marzal is currently a postdoctoral researcher at the Valencian Institute of Agricultural Research (IVIA) under an INVESTIGO–FEDER contract. His work investigates the impact of climate change on the flowering of species such as persimmon, avocado, and citrus, developing physiological and cultivation strategies to enhance the resilience and sustainability of modern horticultural systems.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus | ORCID | ResearchGate

Featured Publications

  1. Mesejo, C., Marzal, A., Martínez-Fuentes, A., Reig, C., & Agustí, M. (2021). On how auxin, ethylene and IDA-peptide relate during mature Citrus fruit abscission. Scientia Horticulturae, 278, 109855. Cited by: 19

  2. Mesejo, C., Marzal, A., Martínez-Fuentes, A., Reig, C., de Lucas, M., Iglesias, D. J., et al. (2022). Reversion of fruit-dependent inhibition of flowering in Citrus requires sprouting of buds with epigenetically silenced CcMADS19. New Phytologist, 233(1), 526–533. Cited by: 18

  3. Mesejo, C., Lozano-Omeñaca, A., Martínez-Fuentes, A., Reig, C., Gambetta, G., Marzal, A., et al. (2022). Soil-to-fruit nitrogen flux mediates the onset of fruit-nitrogen remobilization and color change in citrus. Environmental and Experimental Botany, 204, 105088. Cited by: 7

  4. Agustí, M., Martínez-Fuentes, A., Mesejo, C., Marzal, A., & Reig, C. (2024). Expression of carbohydrate-related genes underlying 3, 5, 6-TPA-induced fruitlet abscission in citrus. Scientific Reports, 14(1), 26482. Cited by: 6

  5. Marzal, A., Cervera, A., Blasco, C., Martínez-Fuentes, A., Reig, C., & Lo Bianco, R. (2025). Influence of stem and bud auxin levels on bud release and flower meristem formation in Citrus. Plant Science / SSRN Preprint (4973539). Cited by: 3

Hao Yin | Pharmaceutical Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Hao Yin | Pharmaceutical Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Research Assistant | Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine | China

Mr. Hao Yin is a Research Intern at the Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, working within an integrated Chinese and Western medicine hospital and specializing in pharmaceutical sciences and biomedical research. He holds a Master’s degree in Microbiology and Biochemical Pharmacy from Nanjing Normal University and a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmaceutical Preparation from Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine. His professional background includes research roles in academic laboratories and scientific R&D institutions, contributing to projects involving herbal medicine mechanisms, hepatoprotective pathways, oxidative injury modulation, and analytical chemistry. His research focuses on natural product pharmacology, molecular mechanisms of traditional medicines, metabolic profiling, and the use of advanced analytical and omics-based methods to explore therapeutic efficacy. He has authored multiple peer-reviewed publications as both first author and co-author, contributing to work employing transcriptomics, molecular docking, and in vivo pharmacological evaluation, with a scholarly record comprising 38 citations across 9 indexed documents and an h-index of 3.

Featured Publications

Hao Yin, Exploration of the hepatoprotective chemical base of an orally administered herbal formulation (YCHT) in normal and CCl₄-intoxicated liver injury rats. Part 2: Hepatic disposition in vivo and hepatoprotective activity in vitro. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, Accepted.

Hao Yin, Exploration of the hepatoprotective chemical base of an orally administered herbal formulation (YCHT) in normal and CCl₄-intoxicated liver injury rats. Part 1: Metabolic profiles from the liver-centric perspective. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, Accepted.

Hao Yin, Shengjihuayu formula ameliorates oxidative injury in human keratinocytes via blocking JNK/c-Jun/MMPs signaling pathway. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, Accepted.

Pavel Kindlmann | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Pavel Kindlmann | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Professor | Charles University | Czech Republic

Prof.Dr. Pavel Kindlmann is a distinguished ecologist recognized for his extensive scholarly leadership, long-term academic service, and influential contributions to population ecology, conservation biology, and biodiversity research, with particular emphasis on insect–plant interactions and later on orchid ecology. His professional experience spans decades across major research institutions, where he has served in roles ranging from Deputy Head and Head of Scientific Council to Vice-Dean, Vice-Rector, department head, and senior research leader in national and international contexts, reflecting sustained responsibility in both scientific direction and institutional development. He has held professorial appointments, editorial roles in multiple international journals, and leadership positions in global ecological and conservation bodies, demonstrating broad influence within the scientific community. His research interests include mathematical modeling, population and community dynamics, landscape connectivity, nature conservation strategies, and the ecology of both insect predators and orchids. His research skills encompass advanced quantitative modeling, ecological theory, applied conservation science, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the coordination of international research projects. He has contributed substantially to major scientific committees and conferences, including founding and organizing several global orchid workshops and participating in United Nations–related biodiversity assessments. His international research engagements include long-term collaborations and invited professorships across Europe, Asia, and North America, supported by prestigious funding bodies. He has led and co-led high-impact research grants focused on biodiversity, invasive species, ecosystem services, and tropical biology, reflecting recognized excellence in project management and scientific innovation. His publication record, including numerous peer-reviewed papers and books, underscores his standing as a major contributor to global ecological research. Overall, his career is marked by influential scientific output, leadership in ecological conservation, and impactful international collaborations, solidifying his status as a leading figure in modern ecology.He has achieved 4,678 Citations,186 Documents, 35 h-index.

Featured Publications

Štípková, Z., & Kindlmann, P. (2025). Distribution of population sizes in metapopulations of threatened organisms—Implications for conservation of orchids. Plants, 14(3), 369.

Traxmandlová, I., Steffelová, M., & Kindlmann, P. (2025). Does reproductive success in orchids affect the evolution of their number of flowers? Plants, 14(2), 204.

Štípková, Z., Tsiftsis, S., & Kindlmann, P. (2024). Is the GBIF appropriate for use as input in models of predicting species distributions? Study from the Czech Republic. Nature Conservation Research, 9(1).

Timsina, B., Münzbergová, Z., Kindlmann, P., Bhattarai, B. P., Shrestha, B., Raskoti, B. B., & Rokaya, M. B. (2024). Associations between epiphytic orchids and their hosts and future perspectives in the context of global warming. Diversity, 16(4), 252.

Švecová, M., Štípková, Z., Traxmandlová, I., & Kindlmann, P. (2023). Difficulties in determining distribution of population sizes within different orchid metapopulations. European Journal of Environmental Sciences, 18(2), 113–122.

Serhii Kozlovskyi | Artificial Intelligence | Excellence in Research

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Prof. Dr. Serhii Kozlovskyi | Artificial Intelligence | Excellence in Research

Professor | Vasyl Stus Donetsk National University | Ukraine

Professor Serhii Volodymyrovych Kozlovskyi is a Doctor of Economic Sciences and Professor at leading Ukrainian academic and research institutions, widely recognized for his expertise in economics, management, finance, public administration, and the governance of contemporary economic systems. He holds advanced degrees spanning computer systems, finance, economic and mathematical modeling, and economics, having successfully defended dissertations in macroeconomic modeling and the regulation of economic systems. His professional background includes extensive service as professor, department head, academic leader, business analyst, and expert consultant, with significant involvement in scientific project evaluation, accreditation processes, curriculum development, and national educational governance bodies. His research encompasses economic modeling and forecasting, financial systems, economic security, sustainability, demographic analysis, and public administration, supported by an extensive scholarly portfolio of more than 340 publications, including monographs, books, patents, and numerous articles indexed in leading international databases, along with the supervision of multiple PhD scholars. He contributes internationally as Editor-in-Chief and editorial board member of several respected journals and actively serves on specialized scientific councils and national expert committees dedicated to education quality and scientific advancement. His achievements are recognized through numerous national honors, distinctions from the Ministry of Education and Science, awards for scientific excellence, and acknowledgments from academic institutions and government bodies, reflecting his enduring influence on economic science and higher education. His Scopus metrics include 577 citations, 53 documents, and an h-index of 15.

Featured Publications

  1. Yousuf, A., Haddad, H., Pakurár, M., Kozlovskyi, S., & Felföldi, J. (2019). The effect of operational flexibility on performance: A field study on small and medium-sized industrial companies in Jordan. Citations: 69

  2. Kaletnik, G. M., Zabolotnyi, G. M., & Kozlovskyi, S. V. (2011). Innovative models of strategic economic potential management within contemporary economic systems. Aktual’ni Problemy Ekonomiky, 118(4), 3–11. Citations: 65

  3. Kozlovskyi, S., Butyrskyi, A., Poliakov, B., Bobkova, A., Lavrov, R., & Ivanyuta, N. (2019). Management and comprehensive assessment of the probability of bankruptcy of Ukrainian enterprises based on the methods of fuzzy sets theory. Problems and Perspectives in Management, 17(3), 370–381. Citations: 62

  4. Kozlovskyi, S., Baidala, V., Tkachuk, O., & Kozyrska, T. (2018). Management of the sustainable development of the agrarian sector of the regions of Ukraine. Montenegrin Journal of Economics, 14(4), 175–190. Citations: 62

  5. Kozlovskyi, V. V. (2011). Obshchestvo potrebleniya i tsivilizatsionnyy poryadok sovremennosti. Zhurnal Sotsiologii i Sotsial'noy Antropologii, 14(5), 55–65. Citations: 55

Ola El-Gammal | Pharmaceutical Sciences | Women Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Ola El-Gammal | Pharmaceutical Sciences | Women Researcher Award

Professor | Faculty of Science Mansoura University | Egypt

Prof. Ola El-Gammal is a distinguished chemistry scholar whose career reflects more than three decades of academic leadership, scientific innovation, and cross-disciplinary research impact. She has advanced through progressive academic roles to full professorship, contributing extensively to inorganic, analytical, biological, agricultural, and industrial chemistry through teaching, research, supervision, curriculum development, and publication. Her professional experience spans guiding undergraduate and postgraduate students, authoring academic books, participating in international conferences, and contributing to national and international scientific committees. Her research interests include synthesis and structural elucidation of metal complexes, molecular modeling, docking studies, spectroscopic analysis, antioxidant and antimicrobial activity, antitumor and cytotoxic evaluations, environmental remediation, corrosion inhibition, soil improvement, sustainable agriculture, and development of hybrid materials for controlled nutrient release and saline-water treatment. She is highly skilled in modern analytical instrumentation, computational chemistry, spectroscopic techniques, DFT calculations, and applied laboratory methodologies, along with extensive experience in supervising master’s and doctoral theses, thesis arbitration, and academic promotions. Her awards and honors include high-citation recognitions, university excellence awards, repeated inclusion in Stanford University’s global 2% top-scientist rankings, and notable contributions to cancer-related and antioxidant research. She has also participated in funded research projects, scientific missions, international collaborations, and significant departmental contributions ranging from curriculum modernization to laboratory development and academic advising. Her multidisciplinary output—spanning basic sciences, biological chemistry, environmental applications, and industrial corrosion studies—continues to influence diverse scientific fields. With a strong publication record, impactful citations, and a sustained commitment to scientific advancement, she remains a leading figure in contemporary chemical research, education, and innovation, consistently integrating theoretical insight with practical solutions that advance health, environmental sustainability, and applied chemistry. She has achieved 2,502 Citations,  78 Documents,  29 h-index.

Profiles:  Google scholar  |  Scopus

Featured Publications

El-Gammal, O. A., Mohamed, F. S., Rezk, G. N., & El-Bindary, A. A. (2021). Synthesis, characterization, catalytic, DNA binding and antibacterial activities of Co(II), Ni(II) and Cu(II) complexes with new Schiff base ligand. Journal of Molecular Liquids, 326, 115223. Citations: 189

El-Gammal, O. A., Mohamed, F. S., Rezk, G. N., & El-Bindary, A. A. (2021). Structural characterization and biological activity of a new metal complexes based of Schiff base. Journal of Molecular Liquids, 330, 115522. Citations: 181

El-Gammal, O. A., Rakha, T. H., Metwally, H. M., & El-Reash, G. M. A. (2014). Synthesis, characterization, DFT and biological studies of isatinpicolinohydrazone and its Zn(II), Cd(II) and Hg(II) complexes. Spectrochimica Acta Part A: Molecular and Biomolecular Spectroscopy, 127, 144–156. Citations: 133

El-Gammal, O. A., El-Reash, G. M. A., Ghazy, S. E., & Radwan, A. H. (2012). Synthesis, characterization, molecular modeling and antioxidant activity of (1E,5E)-1,5-bis(1-(pyridin-2-yl)ethylidene)carbonohydrazide (H₂APC) and its zinc(II), cadmium(II), and mercury(II) complexes. Journal of Molecular Structure, 1020, 6–15. Citations: 118

El-Gammal, O. A., El-Bindary, A. A., Mohamed, F. S., Rezk, G. N., & El-Bindary, M. A. (2022). Synthesis, characterization, design, molecular docking, anti-COVID-19 activity, DFT calculations of novel Schiff base with some transition metal complexes. Journal of Molecular Liquids, 346, 117850. Citations: 114

Dr. Ola El-Gammal’s work advances the frontiers of inorganic and bioinorganic chemistry by developing novel metal complexes with catalytic, antimicrobial, anticancer, and antiviral activities, including compounds with potential against COVID-19. Her research bridges molecular design with real-world applications in health, agriculture, and environmental sustainability, contributing to global scientific innovation and societal well-being.

Oleksandr Shapoval | Nanotechnology Applications | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Oleksandr Shapoval | Nanotechnology Applications | Best Researcher Award

Researcher | Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry | Czech Republic

Dr. Oleksandr Shapoval is a scientific researcher at the Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry, Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic, specializing in polymer-inorganic nanoparticles, functional colloids, and advanced nanosystems for multimodal imaging and therapeutic applications. He holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry with a focus on macromolecular compounds, along with degrees in chemistry, chemical technology, and administrative and financial management. His professional experience includes leading nationally funded research projects, contributing to commercial innovation initiatives, lecturing at academic institutions, and collaborating on international scientific programs involving the development of luminescent nanomarkers, functional nanoparticle shells, and advanced diagnostic probes. His research centers on the synthesis, surface engineering, and functionalization of lanthanide-based upconversion nanoparticles, with significant contributions to photodynamic therapy, multimodal bioimaging, colloidal stability studies, and targeted drug or photosensitizer delivery. He has authored numerous publications in high-impact journals and contributed to patented methods for preparing functionalized rare-earth nanoparticles. His work also includes extensive involvement in multidisciplinary project teams supported by national and international funding bodies, as well as leadership roles in projects related to imaging technologies and biomedical applications. Widely recognized for his research contributions, he has participated in prestigious scientific training programs, served as a co-investigator in collaborative initiatives, and contributed to advancements in nanodiagnostics, therapeutic systems, and polymer-based imaging agents.

Profile: ORCID

Featured Publications

Shapoval O.*, Poly(4-styrenesulfonic acid-co-maleic anhydride)-coated NaGdF₄-based nanoparticles with luminescence and magnetic properties for imaging of pancreatic islets and β-cells. ACS Appl. Mater. Interfaces, Accepted.

Shapoval O.*, Temoporfin-conjugated PEGylated poly(N,N-dimethylacrylamide)-coated upconversion colloid for NIR-induced photodynamic therapy of pancreatic cancer. Biomacromolecules, Published.

Shapoval O.*, PMVEMA-coated upconverting nanoparticles for upconversion-linked immunoassay of cardiac troponin. Talanta, Published.

Pradip Debnath | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Pradip Debnath | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | Rajarshi College of Education and Skill | India

Dr. Pradip Debnath is a researcher specializing in Transport Geography and Regional Planning at Tripura University, where he has developed strong expertise in spatial mobility, accessibility analysis, and sustainable regional development. He holds advanced qualifications in Geography, culminating in a Ph.D. focused on assessing the developmental impacts of national highway networks, supported by earlier academic training in geography, education, and geospatial studies. His professional experience includes serving as a Junior Research Fellow and Field Assistant on a DBT-funded project investigating anthropogenic influences on wetland biodiversity, along with prior experience as a guest lecturer. Dr. Debnath’s research spans transportation systems, wetland ecosystem health, road network analysis, regional development, spatial connectivity, and geoinformatics-based environmental assessment, reflected in multiple publications across peer-reviewed journals and edited volumes. He has contributed to studies on pollution assessment, landscape transformation, freight route optimization, climate resilience in infrastructure, and community well-being, and has actively presented his work at national and international conferences. He also serves as a permanent reviewer for the American Journal of Traffic and Transportation Engineering and has reviewed for several additional journals, demonstrating a strong commitment to scholarly service. At the end of this distinguished profile, his current scholarly metrics include 24 citations, 5 documents, and an h-index of 2.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID

Featured Publications

Pradip Debnath*, Mapping of optimum freight route by using Hybrid VNS algorithm to sustain the economic viability of a landslide-prone area: A case study of Tripura. Natl. Acad. Sci. Lett., 2024, (Online First).

Pradip Debnath*, Application of multivariable statistical and geo-spatial techniques for evaluation of water quality of Rudrasagar wetland, the Ramsar site of India. Water, 2023, 15(23), 4109.

Pradip Debnath*, Assessment of hydro-chemical characteristics and pollution status in Rudrasagar Lake ecosystem integrating pollution indices and geospatial techniques: A framework for sustainable wetland management. Cleaner Water, Accepted.

Christabel Y | Biomedical Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Christabel Y | Biomedical Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | Holy Cross College | India

Dr. Y. Christabel Shaji, Assistant Professor of Chemistry at Holy Cross College (Autonomous), Nagercoil, is an accomplished researcher specializing in organic chemistry, materials chemistry, nanomaterials, and metal–organic frameworks. She holds degrees in Chemistry at the B.Sc, M.Sc, M.Phil, and Ph.D levels, with her doctoral work centered on the synthesis and characterization of poly(ester-imide) polymers. Her academic career includes extensive teaching in organic chemistry, photochemistry, biochemistry, medicinal chemistry, and research methodology, complemented by her leadership in supervising research scholars and executing funded projects on transition-metal complexes, nanomaterials, catalytic systems, and MOF-based drug-delivery platforms. She has made significant research contributions in polymer science, nanoparticle synthesis, photocatalysis, bioactive metal complexes, green synthesis routes, and advanced hybrid materials, resulting in numerous peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, patents, and frequent presentations in national and international conferences. Her achievements have been recognized through prestigious institutional awards for high-impact publications, patent accomplishments, and excellence in research guidance, and she remains actively engaged in professional development through faculty development programmes, refresher courses, and academic workshops. Her scholarly profile is further strengthened by her involvement in interdisciplinary research initiatives, editorial and review activities, and contributions to academic enrichment and innovation. Her scholarly impact is reflected in her citation metrics, with citations of 68, an h-index of 5, and an i10-index of 2.

Profile: Google Scholar

Featured Publications

YC Shaji, Online acoustic emission measurement of tensile strength and wear rate for AA8011-TiC-ZrB2 hybrid composite. Surface Topography: Metrology and Properties, 10(4), 045009.*

YC Shaji, Synthesis, characterization and evaluation of biological properties of transition metal chelates with Schiff base ligands derived from glutaraldehyde with L-leucine. International Journal of Scientific Research in Science and Technology, 4(2), 587–593.*

YC Shaji, Synthesis and characterization of nickel-based MOFs: enhancing photocatalysis and targeted cancer drug delivery. Journal of the Indian Chemical Society, 101(10), 101335.*

YC Shaji, Synthesis and characterization of natural fibre with ZnO nanocomposites. International Journal on Interactive Design and Manufacturing, 17(5).*