Andrea Piarristeguy | Materials Science | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Andrea Piarristeguy | Materials Science | Research Excellence Award

Professor | Institut Charles Gerhardt Montpellier (ICGM) | France

Prof. Andrea A. Piarristeguy is a materials scientist at the Institut Charles Gerhardt Montpellier, France, with recognized expertise in amorphous and crystalline chalcogenide materials, glass physics, and structure–property relationships. Her research integrates experimental techniques and theoretical modeling to elucidate relaxation phenomena, short-range order, ionic transport, and thermal properties in functional inorganic materials. She has authored 87 Scopus-indexed publications, accumulating 1,371 citations with an h-index of 22, reflecting sustained international impact. Her recent work appears in leading journals such as Physical Review B, Thermochimica Acta, and Journal of the American Ceramic Society. Piarristeguy actively collaborates with a broad global network of researchers, contributing to advances relevant to energy materials, semiconductors, and sustainable functional materials science.

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Nelson Oshogwue Etafo | Materials Science | Best Paper Award

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Dr. Nelson Oshogwue Etafo | Materials Science | Best Paper Award

Lecturer | Universidad carolina Saltillo Coahuila Mexico | Mexico

Dr. Nelson Oshogwue Etafo is a Research Scientist specializing in Photocatalysis and Environmental Materials, with strong expertise in luminescent materials, environmental remediation, and rubber-related technologies. His research focuses on developing advanced photocatalysts beyond conventional TiO₂ and ZnO, antibiotic remediation in soil–water–plant systems, CO₂ valorization, and lanthanide-doped phosphors for solid-state lighting. He has authored multiple high-impact publications in leading international journals, accumulating 200+ citations, reflecting the relevance and visibility of his work. Dr. Etafo actively collaborates with multidisciplinary and international research teams, contributing to sustainable materials innovation and pollution control strategies. His research delivers measurable societal impact by advancing cleaner water technologies, sustainable waste-to-wealth pathways, and next-generation functional materials for environmental and energy-related applications.

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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

Dr. Kang Mao is a leading researcher at the Institute of Geochemistry, specializing in environmental geochemistry, environmental health, and contaminant monitoring. His work integrates wastewater-based epidemiology, soil–plant systems, and advanced sensing technologies to address emerging environmental and public health challenges. He has authored numerous highly cited publications in top-tier journals such as Environmental Science & Technology, Journal of Hazardous Materials, and Science of the Total Environment, with individual papers cited over 280 times, reflecting strong global impact. His research has significantly advanced early-warning systems for infectious disease surveillance, understanding of trace element behavior in agroecosystems, and innovative remediation and detection methods. Through extensive international collaborations, his contributions inform environmental policy, risk assessment, and sustainable management practices, delivering tangible societal benefits in public health protection and environmental safety.

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The potential of wastewater-based epidemiology as surveillance and early warning of infectious disease outbreaks

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Comprehensive review of trace element contamination in paddy soil–rice systems

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Can a paper-based device trace COVID-19 sources with wastewater-based epidemiology?

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Recent progress in Fenton/Fenton-like reactions for antibiotic removal

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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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John Warner | Allergic Diseases | Research Excellence Award

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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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Featured Publications

  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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Featured Publications

  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.