Ilias Karaiskos | Public Health | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Ilias Karaiskos | Public Health | Best Researcher Award

1st Department of Internal Medicine-Infectious Diseases |  Hygeia hospital, Athens | Greece

Dr. Ilias Karaiskos is a distinguished physician and clinical researcher specializing in internal medicine and infectious diseases at the 1st Department of Internal Medicine, Hygeia General Hospital, Athens, Greece. Working under the leadership of Professor H. Giamarellou, he has contributed extensively to the management of complex infections, infection control, and antimicrobial stewardship within one of Greece’s most advanced and internationally accredited healthcare institutions. Dr. Karaiskos’s research focuses on antimicrobial pharmacokinetics, multidrug-resistant pathogens, and optimized antibiotic therapy in critically ill patients. His doctoral work on the pharmacokinetics of colistin significantly influenced global clinical practice, forming part of the International Consensus Guidelines for the Optimal Use of Polymyxins. Recognized by the Hellenic Society for Infectious Diseases with the Best PhD Award (2015), his research has shaped antibiotic dosing strategies that improve patient outcomes and reduce antimicrobial resistance. With over 80 peer-reviewed publications and an h-index of 39, Dr. Karaiskos has amassed more than 5,600 citations through collaborative studies with leading European and global research consortia, including the EUROBACT-2 Study Group, the European Society of Intensive Care Medicine (ESICM), and the European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (ESCMID). His recent works address the efficacy of novel β-lactamase inhibitors, pharmacokinetics of ceftazidime-avibactam in renal replacement therapy, and strategies for infection control in intensive care settings. Through his clinical leadership, academic collaborations, and evidence-based research, Dr. Karaiskos continues to advance the global fight against antimicrobial resistance, shaping policies and treatment guidelines that enhance the quality and safety of infectious disease management worldwide.

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Featured Publications

  1. Tsuji, B. T., Pogue, J. M., Zavascki, A. P., Paul, M., Daikos, G. L., Forrest, A., Karaiskos, I., … (2019). International consensus guidelines for the optimal use of the polymyxins: Endorsed by the American College of Clinical Pharmacy (ACCP), European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (ESCMID), and others. Pharmacotherapy: The Journal of Human Pharmacology and Drug Therapy, 39(1), 10–39. Citations: 949

  2. Plachouras, D., Karvanen, M., Friberg, L. E., Papadomichelakis, E., Karaiskos, I., … (2009). Population pharmacokinetic analysis of colistin methanesulfonate and colistin after intravenous administration in critically ill patients with infections caused by Gram-negative bacteria. Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy, 53(8), 3430–3436. Citations: 637

  3. Gutiérrez-Gutiérrez, B., Salamanca, E., de Cueto, M., Hsueh, P. R., Viale, P., Karaiskos, I., … (2017). Effect of appropriate combination therapy on mortality of patients with bloodstream infections due to carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae (INCREMENT): A retrospective cohort study. The Lancet Infectious Diseases, 17(7), 726–734. Citations: 545

  4. Karaiskos, I., & Giamarellou, H. (2014). Multidrug-resistant and extensively drug-resistant Gram-negative pathogens: Current and emerging therapeutic approaches. Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy, 15(10), 1351–1370. Citations: 435

  5. Karaiskos, I., Lagou, S., Pontikis, K., Rapti, V., & Poulakou, G. (2019). The “old” and the “new” antibiotics for MDR Gram-negative pathogens: For whom, when, and how. Frontiers in Public Health, 7, 151. Citations: 328

Jan Radford | Pharmaceutical Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Jan Radford | Pharmaceutical Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Prof in General Practice | University of Tasmania | Australia

Professor Jan Radford is a distinguished academic in general practice and medical education, currently based at the Tasmanian School of Medicine, University of Tasmania. With over three decades of professional and academic experience, she has contributed extensively to curriculum design, health professional education, and research capacity building within primary care. She has authored 59 peer-reviewed publications, which have collectively received over 535 citations, reflecting her sustained influence in the field. Professor Radford’s scholarly and leadership contributions span undergraduate, postgraduate, and vocational levels of medical education. As a long-serving faculty member, she has played a pivotal role in shaping the University of Tasmania’s medical curriculum, particularly through initiatives such as the development of innovative rural and aged care placements. Her leadership as Director of the Launceston Clinical School (2022–2024) further strengthened community-based clinical education and interprofessional collaboration across Tasmania. Nationally, she has held major roles in the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP), notably serving as Censor-in-Chief, where she oversaw educational quality assurance, specialty recognition, and the advancement of Indigenous health education. Her work in developing the GP MAGIC framework and establishing Tasmania’s practice-based research network has fostered practitioner-led inquiry and evidence-informed primary care. A 2017 Churchill Fellow, Professor Radford investigated the use of routinely collected general practice electronic health data to enhance patient outcomes. This aligns with her ongoing research focus on integrating e-health data, clinical audit, and educational innovation to improve general practice systems and learning environments. Through her extensive collaborations and commitment to translating research into practice, Professor Radford continues to influence healthcare education and delivery in Australia and beyond, contributing meaningfully to the advancement of community-oriented, data-informed primary care.

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Featured Publications

  1. Watts, G. F., Sullivan, D. R., Hare, D. L., Kostner, K. M., Horton, A. E., Bell, D. A., Brett, T., Radford, J., et al. (2021). Integrated guidance for enhancing the care of familial hypercholesterolaemia in Australia. Heart, Lung and Circulation, 30(3), 324–349. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.hlc.2020.10.013 — 108 citations

  2. Fan, S., Radford, J., & Fabian, D. (2016). A mixed-method research to investigate the adoption of mobile devices and Web 2.0 technologies among medical students and educators. BMC Medical Informatics and Decision Making, 16(1), 43. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12911-016-0282-4 — 52 citations

  3. Bezabhe, W. M., Bereznicki, L. R., Radford, J., Wimmer, B. C., Salahudeen, M. S., et al. (2022). Oral anticoagulant treatment and the risk of dementia in patients with atrial fibrillation: A population-based cohort study. Journal of the American Heart Association, 11(7), e023098. https://doi.org/10.1161/JAHA.121.023098 — 46 citations

  4. Castelino, R. L., Saunder, T., Kitsos, A., Peterson, G. M., Jose, M., Wimmer, B., Radford, J., et al. (2020). Quality use of medicines in patients with chronic kidney disease. BMC Nephrology, 21(1), 216. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12882-020-01849-7 — 37 citations

  5. Bezabhe, W. M., Bereznicki, L. R., Radford, J., Wimmer, B. C., & Curtain, C. (2021). Ten-year trends in the use of oral anticoagulants in Australian general practice patients with atrial fibrillation. Frontiers in Pharmacology, 12, 586370. https://doi.org/10.3389/fphar.2021.586370 — 36 citations

Jose Antonio Rodriguez Martin | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Jose Antonio Rodriguez Martin | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Investigador | INIA-CSIC | Spain

Dr. José Antonio Rodríguez Martín is a Senior Scientist at the National Institute of Agricultural and Food Technology and Research (INIA-CSIC), where he contributes to advancing environmental and soil science within the Department of Agronomy and Environment. His research focuses on soil degradation processes, pollution assessment, and spatial analysis of contaminants such as heavy metals. He integrates geostatistical modeling and environmental risk assessment to evaluate the effects of land use, agricultural practices, and anthropogenic activities on soil quality and sustainability. With over two decades of professional research experience, Dr. Rodríguez Martín has authored more than 100 scientific publications, including 66 papers in international impact-factor journals since 2006—48 of which appear in top-tier (Q1) journals. His work has achieved significant scholarly visibility, with more than 3,300 citations indexed in Scopus (h-index 29) and over 4,800 citations in Google Scholar (h-index 33). His scientific contributions have been recognized through three officially evaluated research periods (2003–2009, 2010–2015, 2016–2021). Dr. Rodríguez Martín has played an active role in the scientific community as a project evaluator for national and international funding agencies (ANEP, ANPCyT, FONDECYT) and as a reviewer of over 225 manuscripts across 63 SCI-indexed journals. He also serves as an associate editor for multiple peer-reviewed journals. His studies—some featured in scientific media and networks—have contributed valuable insights into the spatial dynamics of soil contamination and its ecological implications. Through his interdisciplinary collaborations across Europe, Latin America, and Asia, his work supports sustainable soil management strategies and environmental protection policies, reinforcing his reputation as a leading figure in soil science and environmental geostatistics.

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Featured Publications

  1. Van Den Hoogen, J., Geisen, S., Routh, D., Ferris, H., Traunspurger, W., et al., Rodríguez Martín, J. A. (2019). Soil nematode abundance and functional group composition at a global scale. Nature, 572(7768), 194–198. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41586-019-1418-6 — Citations: 1,140

  2. Rodríguez Martín, J. A., López Arias, M., & Grau Corbí, J. M. (2006). Heavy metals contents in agricultural topsoils in the Ebro basin (Spain): Application of multivariate geostatistical methods to study spatial variations. Environmental Pollution, 144(3), 1001–1012. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.envpol.2006.01.045 — Citations: 611

  3. Rodríguez Martín, J. A., De Arana, C., Ramos-Miras, J. J., Gil, C., & Boluda, R. (2015). Impact of 70 years of urban growth associated with heavy metal pollution. Environmental Pollution, 196, 156–163. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.envpol.2014.10.014 — Citations: 339

  4. Rodríguez, J. A., Nanos, N., Grau, J. M., Gil, L., & López-Arias, M. (2008). Multiscale analysis of heavy metal contents in Spanish agricultural topsoils. Chemosphere, 70(6), 1085–1096. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chemosphere.2007.07.062 — Citations: 301

  5. Rodríguez Martín, J. A., Ramos-Miras, J. J., Boluda, R., & Gil, C. (2013). Spatial relations of heavy metals in arable and greenhouse soils of a Mediterranean environment region (Spain). Geoderma, 200, 180–188. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.geoderma.2013.02.009 — Citations: 245

Asadollah Ahmadikhah | Genetics and Genomics | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Asadollah Ahmadikhah | Genetics and Genomics | Best Researcher Award 

Professor, researcher | Shahid Beheshti University | Iran

Dr. Asadollah Ahmadikhah is an Associate Professor in the Department of Cellular and Molecular Biology, Faculty of Life Sciences and Biotechnology at Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, Iran. With a research focus on plant biotechnology, molecular genetics, and genomic breeding, his work has significantly advanced the understanding of molecular mechanisms underlying stress tolerance, yield improvement, and genetic diversity in crop plants, particularly rice and medicinal species. Dr. Ahmadikhah has authored over 60 peer-reviewed publications in international journals such as Scientific Reports, Frontiers in Plant Science, BMC Plant Biology, and Plant Biotechnology Journal, collectively garnering more than 1,700 citations and an h-index of 20 (Google Scholar). His research contributions span transcriptome analyses, genome-wide association studies (GWAS), gene mapping, and bioinformatics-driven gene discovery, leading to the identification of key genes involved in abiotic stress responses and yield-related traits. He has actively supervised 40 M.Sc. theses and 10 Ph.D. dissertations, nurturing the next generation of molecular biologists and biotechnologists. His commitment to academic excellence is reflected in his diverse teaching portfolio, covering molecular genetics, genomics, bioinformatics, and plant molecular breeding across undergraduate to doctoral levels. A contributor to several national and international collaborations, Dr. Ahmadikhah has also registered multiple gene sequences and RNA-Seq datasets in NCBI and led seven funded research projects. His recent studies integrate meta-transcriptomic and multi-omics approaches to reveal complex gene networks in plants under environmental stresses, offering valuable insights for sustainable agriculture and crop improvement. Through his extensive scientific output, mentorship, and collaborative initiatives, Dr. Ahmadikhah continues to make a profound impact on agricultural biotechnology and molecular genetics research, bridging innovation and application for global food security and resilience.

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Featured Publications

  1. Narimani, H., Rahimi, M. M., Ahmadikhah, A., & Vaezi, B. (2010). Study on the effects of foliar spray of micronutrient on yield and yield components of durum wheat. Archives of Applied Science Research, 2(6), 168–176. (Citations: 194)

  2. Kordi, M., Farrokhi, N., Pech-Canul, M. I., & Ahmadikhah, A. (2024). Rice husk at a glance: from agro-industrial to modern applications. Rice Science, 31(1), 14–32. (Citations: 136)

  3. Ahmadikhah, A., & Karlov, G. I. (2006). Molecular mapping of the fertility-restoration gene Rf4 for WA-cytoplasmic male sterility in rice. Plant Breeding, 125(4), 363–367. (Citations: 114)

  4. Ali, S. O., & Ahmadikhah, A. (2009). The effects of drought stress on improved cotton varieties in Golestan Province of Iran. International Journal of Plant Production, 3(1), 17–26. (Citations: 92)

  5. Ahmadikhah, A., Nasrollanejad, S., & Alishah, O. (2008). Quantitative studies for investigating variation and its effect on heterosis of rice. International Journal of Plant Production, 2(4), 297–308. (Citations: 84)

Bing Han | Agricultural Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Bing Han | Agricultural Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Researcher | Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences | China

Dr. Bing Han is an Assistant Researcher at the Institute of Crop Science, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (CAAS), Beijing, specializing in genomics, genetic breeding, and molecular biology of weedy rice. With an h-index of 13, over 40 SCI-indexed publications, and more than 440 citations, Dr. Han has made significant contributions to advancing rice genetics and germplasm innovation. His research focuses on gene discovery, evolutionary analysis, and stress-resistance improvement in rice, emphasizing drought, cold, and salt tolerance. Through high-throughput resequencing, transcriptome, and proteomic analyses, Dr. Han has identified key genes and molecular markers governing tolerance traits and developed superior germplasm lines using weedy rice as a parental source. His discoveries—covering drought-, cold-, and salt-tolerance genes as well as grain-drop resistance loci—provide essential genetic resources for global rice breeding programs. He has published influential papers in Journal of Experimental Botany, Rice, Scientific Reports, and Plant Direct, among others, underscoring his international research visibility. Dr. Han has participated in major national programs, including the National Key R&D Program (14th Five-Year Plan) and the Agricultural Germplasm Resources Census, and holds several patent applications for molecular markers linked to resistance genes. As Guest Editor for the Special Issue Rice Gene Discovery and Genetic Breeding, he has fostered global scholarly exchange in rice genomics. His collaborations span Ningxia Academy of Agricultural and Forestry Sciences, Chongqing University, and Jilin Academy of Agricultural Sciences, promoting multi-institutional innovation in crop genetics. By integrating fundamental genomics with applied breeding, Dr. Han’s work significantly advances sustainable agriculture and food security, providing new genetic insights and breeding materials to enhance climate resilience in rice production worldwide.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID

Featured Publications

  1. Han, B., Ma, X., Cui, D., Wang, Y., Geng, L., Cao, G., Zhang, H., Han, L. (2020). Comprehensive evaluation and analysis of the mechanism of cold tolerance based on the transcriptome of weedy rice seedlings. Rice (N.Y.), 13(1), 12. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12284-019-0363-1

  2. Han, B., Ma, X., Cui, D., Geng, L., Cao, G., Zhang, H., Han, L. (2020). Parallel reaction monitoring revealed tolerance to drought proteins in weedy rice (Oryza sativa f. spontanea). Scientific Reports, 10(1), 12935. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-020-69739-9

  3. Han, B., Wang, J., Li, Y., Ma, X., Jo, S. M., Cui, D., Wang, Y., Park, D. S., Song, Y. C., Cao, G., Wang, X., Sun, J., Shin, D. J., Han, L. (2018). Identification of QTLs associated with drought tolerance traits in rice (Oryza sativa L.) under PEG and field drought stress. Euphytica, 214, 74. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10681-018-2138-y

  4. Han, B., Cui, D., Ma, X., Cao, G., Zhang, H., Koh, H. J., Han, L. (2022). Evidence for evolution and selection of drought-resistant genes based on high-throughput resequencing in weedy rice. Journal of Experimental Botany, 73(7), 1949-1962. https://doi.org/10.1093/jxb/erab515

  5. Zou, B., Han, B., Sun, J., Sun, M., Ma, X., Chen, L., Cui, D., Ma, J., Guo, X., Han, L. (2025). Identification and evolution of salt-tolerant genes in weedy rice through high-throughput resequencing. Plant Direct, 9(9), e70096. https://doi.org/10.1002/pld3.70096

Antonion Zapatero Gaviria | Biomedical Sciences | Best Paper Award

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Prof. Dr. Antonion Zapatero Gaviria | Biomedical Sciences | Best Paper Award

Jefe de Servicio de Medicina Interna | Hospital Universitario de Fuenlabrada | Spain

Dr. Antonio Zapatero-Gaviria is a distinguished Spanish physician, academic, and public health leader recognized for his outstanding contributions to internal medicine, clinical management, and healthcare policy. He currently serves as Professor of Medicine at the Universidad Rey Juan Carlos and has held pivotal leadership positions within the Spanish healthcare system, including Vice-Minister of Public Health and COVID-19 Response for the Community of Madrid, and Director of the IFEMA Field Hospital during the COVID-19 emergency in 2020. With over four decades of medical and academic experience, Dr. Zapatero-Gaviria has made significant contributions to the advancement of internal medicine and clinical governance. He has authored or co-authored more than 148 scientific publications, garnering over 2,200 citations and achieving an h-index of 27 according to Scopus. His research spans a wide range of topics including infectious diseases, COVID-19 pathophysiology, diabetes care, and health systems management, reflecting both national and international collaborations. A former President of the Spanish Society of Internal Medicine (SEMI) and President of the Federation of Spanish Medical Scientific Associations (FACME), he has played a decisive role in shaping medical standards, professional development, and evidence-based healthcare in Spain. His academic excellence is reflected in three research merit recognitions by ANECA and his induction as a full member of the Real Academia Europea de Doctores in 2024. Dr. Zapatero-Gaviria’s work integrates scientific rigor, leadership in health crisis management, and commitment to the modernization of medical care. His influence extends beyond academia, embodying a model of physician-leadership that bridges clinical excellence, policy innovation, and public service for the betterment of healthcare systems and patient outcomes.

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Featured Publications

  1. Pairo-Castineira, E., Rawlik, K., Bretherick, A. D., Qi, T., Wu, Y., Nassiri, I., … Zapatero-Gaviria, A. (2023). GWAS and meta-analysis identifies 49 genetic variants underlying critical COVID-19. Nature, 617(7962), 764–768. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41586-023-06034-3 — 183 citations

  2. Barba, R., Losa, J. E., Velasco, M., Guijarro, C., de Casasola, G. G., & Zapatero, A. (2006). Mortality among adult patients admitted to the hospital on weekends. European Journal of Internal Medicine, 17(5), 322–324. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ejim.2006.03.008 — 163 citations

  3. Sanchez-Vazquez, R., Guío-Carrión, A., Zapatero-Gaviria, A., Martínez, P., … (2021). Shorter telomere lengths in patients with severe COVID-19 disease. Aging (Albany NY), 13(1), 1–14. https://doi.org/10.18632/aging.202476 — 122 citations

  4. Zapatero, A., Barba, R., Ruiz, J., Losa, J. E., Plaza, S., Canora, J., & Marco, J. (2013). Malnutrition and obesity: influence in mortality and readmissions in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease patients. Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics, 26(Suppl. 1), 16–22. https://doi.org/10.1111/jhn.12044 — 116 citations

  5. Marco, J., Barba, R., Zapatero, A., Matía, P., Plaza, S., Losa, J. E., Canora, J., … (2011). Prevalence of the notification of malnutrition in the departments of internal medicine and its prognostic implications. Clinical Nutrition, 30(4), 450–454. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clnu.2011.01.008 — 103 citations

Nader Tarashandeh | Renewable Energy | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Nader Tarashandeh | Renewable Energy | Best Researcher Award

Researcher | University of Kashan | Iran

Dr. Nader Tarashandeh is a power systems researcher and lecturer whose work bridges advanced academic research and applied energy system development. With extensive experience in power system operation, electricity markets, and energy policy, his research primarily focuses on decentralized and peer-to-peer (P2P) energy trading, flexible reserve exchange mechanisms, and the integration of renewable energy within secure grid operations.Dr. Tarashandeh has authored multiple peer-reviewed papers in leading journals, including Applied Energy, Renewable Energy, Journal of Energy Storage, and Utilities Policy, as well as a book chapter published by Elsevier. His scholarly contributions have earned more than 59 citations with an h-index of 3 (Scopus). He collaborates closely with the Iran Grid Management Company (IGMC), where his research supports industrial projects on generation planning, network security, and structural reforms for Independent System Operators (ISOs).As a lecturer at the University of Kashan (2020–2024) and a member of the Energy Working Group of the Esfahan National Elites Foundation, Dr. Tarashandeh has combined academic expertise with practical engineering experience to advance Iran’s energy transition agenda. His recent work proposes innovative decentralized frameworks for simultaneous energy, reactive power, and reserve exchanges, contributing to the design of more resilient and market-oriented power systems.Recognized as the Top Student Researcher of 2023 by the University of Kashan, Dr. Tarashandeh continues to promote sustainable, secure, and technology-driven energy systems through his research, teaching, and industrial collaborations, demonstrating a strong commitment to shaping the future of intelligent and decentralized electricity markets worldwide.

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Featured Publications

  1. Tarashandeh, N., & Karimi, A. (2025). A novel framework for simultaneous energy, reactive power, and reserve exchange in decentralized P2P markets with renewable agents. Renewable Energy, Article 124484.

  2. Tarashandeh, N., & Karimi, A. (2024). Peer-to-peer energy trading under distribution network constraints with preserving independent nature of agents. Applied Energy, 355, 122240. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2023.122240 – Citations: 36

  3. Tarashandeh, N., & Karimi, A. (2021). Utilization of energy storage systems in congestion management of transmission networks with incentive-based approach for investors. Journal of Energy Storage, 33, 102034. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.est.2020.102034 – Citations: 34

  4. Karimi, A., Tarashandeh, N., Kouchakzadeh, A., Kouchakmohseni, F., & Naghiloo, M. (2022). Iran’s day-ahead electricity market: Structural assessment and solutions. Utilities Policy, 75, 101347. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jup.2022.101347 – Citations: 9

  5. Karimi, A., Tarashandeh, N., & Noorizadeh, Y. (2022). Electricity market issues in future power systems. In Decentralized Frameworks for Future Power Systems (pp. 147–187). Elsevier. – Citations: 1