Daria Kashirina | Molecular Biology | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Daria Kashirina | Molecular Biology | Research Excellence Award

Leading Researcher | Institute of Biomedical Problems, Russian Academy of Sciences (RAS) | Russia

Dr. Daria N. Kashirina is a researcher at the Institute for Biomedical Problems, Russian Academy of Sciences, specializing in space biomedicine, cellular senescence, proteomics, and human adaptation to extreme environments. Her research focuses on stress-induced aging, mesenchymal stromal cell secretomes, oxidative stress, cardiovascular and bone tissue adaptation, and dry immersion and bed rest models simulating microgravity. She has authored 71 peer-reviewed publications, accumulating 280 citations with an h-index of 10, reflecting sustained contributions to biomedical and space physiology research. Dr. Kashirina collaborates extensively with interdisciplinary teams in physiology, gerontology, and molecular biology. Her work provides critical insights into human health risks during long-duration space missions and contributes to translational knowledge relevant to aging, regenerative medicine, and extreme medicine on Earth.

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Sukran Ozturk | Pharmaceutical Sciences | Women Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sukran Ozturk | Pharmaceutical Sciences | Women Researcher Award

Faculty of Pharmacy | Zonguldak Bulent Ecevit University | Turkey

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Şükran Öztürk is an Assistant Professor specializing in microbiology, with a strong research focus on antimicrobial resistance, antifungal and antibacterial agents, natural bioactive compounds, and in vivo infection models, particularly Galleria mellonella. She has authored 30+ peer-reviewed publications, accumulating 150 citations, with an h-index of 7 and i10-index of 6. Her work has appeared in reputable international journals such as Molecules, Microbial Pathogenesis, Archives of Microbiology, and Future Microbiology. She has led and collaborated on multidisciplinary studies exploring essential oils, peptides, phage therapy, and synergistic antimicrobial strategies against multidrug-resistant pathogens. Her research contributes to global efforts in combating antimicrobial resistance and advancing alternative therapeutic approaches with potential clinical and societal impact.

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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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Featured Publications

  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

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.

Saika Farook | Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Saika Farook | Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | Ibrahim Medical College | Bangladesh

Dr. Saika Farook is a distinguished Bangladeshi microbiologist and academic, currently serving as Assistant Professor in the Department of Microbiology at Ibrahim Medical College, Dhaka, and as Adjunct Faculty at BRAC University. She earned her Doctor of Medicine (MD) in Microbiology from BIRDEM Academy, affiliated with Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU) in 2020, following her MBBS from Noakhali Medical College under Chittagong University in 2014. Her foundational education includes H.S.C. from Rajuk Uttara Model College. Professionally, Dr. Farook has accumulated extensive clinical and research experience, having served as a Junior Consultant and Virologist at DMFR Molecular Lab & Diagnostics, an MD resident at BIRDEM Academy, and an intern doctor at Jananeta Nurul Haque Adhunik Hospital. Her research focuses on molecular microbiology, infectious diseases, and the epidemiology of Burkholderia pseudomallei, with ongoing projects on detection, molecular epidemiology, and clinical characterization of melioidosis in Bangladesh. Dr. Farook has led and participated in numerous workshops, including bacterial genomics, antimicrobial resistance, bioinformatics, molecular techniques, and infection prevention and control, and she has organized the 3rd South Asian Melioidosis Congress-2023. Her scholarly contributions include 18 publications in peer-reviewed journals, covering diagnostics, molecular epidemiology, and clinical case reports, with presentations at national and international conferences. She is a life member of the Bangladesh Society of Medical Microbiologists and a contributing member of the Global Outreach of the American Society for Microbiology. Dr. Farook’s work has significantly advanced microbiology research and public health awareness in Bangladesh, bridging clinical findings to laboratory investigations and global collaboration. Her academic excellence is further reflected in her research impact, with 6 citations across 4 documents and an h-index of 2.

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Moutusy, S. I., Farook, S., Mazumder, S., & Jilani, M. S. A. (2024, Jan). Modified MacConkey agar: A simple selective medium for isolation of Burkholderia pseudomallei from soil. [Full text]. IMC Journal of Medical Science.

Jilani, M. S. A., Farook, S., Bhattacharjee, A., & Tuanyok, A. (2023, Dec). Phylogeographic characterization of Burkholderia pseudomallei isolated from Bangladesh. PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pntd.0011823

Farook, S., Jilani, M. S. A., Islam, M. K., Rawal, S. K., & Mendiratta, N. (2023, Aug). IgG4-related retroperitoneal fibrosis: A case report of a challenging disease. Clinical Case Reports, 11(9), e7865.

Farook, S., Hoque, F., Anwar, S., & Jilani, M. S. A. (2022, Dec). Melioidosis: Bridging the gap from bedside to bench in Bangladesh. Z H Sikder Women’s Medical College Journal, 5(1), 53–57.

Muhib, F., Farook, S., Hossain, M. B., & Jilani, M. S. A. (2025, Sep). Septicemic melioidosis in a young adult with transfusion-dependent β-thalassemia major. Current Research in Microbial Sciences. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.crmicr.2025.100464

Shoubhik Chakraborty | Biomedical Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Shoubhik Chakraborty | Biomedical Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Pediatric Optometrist | Kalinga Institute of Medical Sciences | India

Mr. Shoubhik Chakraborty is a dedicated Clinical Optometrist specializing in Pediatric Optometry, Cerebral Visual Impairment (CVI), Binocular Vision, Neuro-Optometry, and Behavioral Optometry. He completed his Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Optometry and Vision Science (2017–2021) from NSHM College of Management and Technology, MAKAUT University, Durgapur, followed by a Fellowship in Pediatric Optometry, Binocular Vision, and Cerebral Visual Impairment (2021–2023) at Narayana Nethralaya, Bangalore. His academic foundation was built at Karaiya High School and Sagardighi Thermal Power School, affiliated with WBBSE and WBCHSE respectively. Professionally, Mr. Chakraborty began his clinical training at MGM Eye Institute, Raipur, where he gained hands-on experience in hospital-based vision care. He later worked as a Cerebral Visual Impairment Specialist at AIIMS, Jodhpur, demonstrating excellence in managing pediatric and neuro-optometric cases, and is currently serving as a Pediatric Optometrist at KIMS Hospital, Bhubaneswar, where he continues to advance patient outcomes through customized vision therapy and diagnostic precision. His research interests encompass neuro-visual rehabilitation, visual neuroplasticity, binocular dysfunctions, amblyopia management, and pediatric refractive errors. He has developed strong research skills in clinical data interpretation, vision assessment methodologies, and evidence-based optometric intervention design. Mr. Chakraborty has contributed scholarly papers, including publications in Optometry and Visual Performance, and presented his findings at prestigious forums such as the Asia Pacific Optometry Summit (2018), Bengal Optometry Conference (2020), and Karnataka Optometry Conference (2022). Recognized for his leadership, teamwork, and clinical innovation, he exemplifies a balance of academic rigor and compassionate care. His achievements reflect a commitment to advancing pediatric visual science through both clinical excellence and research innovation. With his growing expertise, professional dedication, and vision for future advancements, Mr. Shoubhik Chakraborty is poised to emerge as a leading figure in neuro-visual and pediatric optometry research and practice in India and beyond.

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Featured Publications

  1. Chakraborty, S., Sarbajna, P., Vinekar, A., & Shetty, B. (2024). Outcomes of vision therapy among children with cerebral visual impairment: A retrospective study. Optometry and Visual Performance, 12 (1).

  2. Chakraborty, S., & Parida, S. (2025). Effect of vision therapy on cerebral visual impairment: Insights from three pediatric cases. Advances in Ophthalmology and Visual System (AOVS), 15 (2).

  3. Chakraborty, S. D., & Hajira, R. (2025). Recovering vision and binocularity in a presbyopic patient with amblyopia. Vision Development and Rehabilitation (VDR), 11 (1), 48.

  4. Chakraborty, S., Parida, S., Mohanty, S. K., Das, M., Dash, S., & Mohanty, S. (2025). Prevalence of accommodative insufficiency in children with normal accommodative-convergence/accommodation ratio and its association with refractive error: A cross-sectional study. Cureus, 17 (2).

  5. Chakraborty, S., Parida, S., & Mohanty, S. K. (2025). Effect of vision therapy on cerebral visual impairment: Insights from three pediatric cases. Advances in Ophthalmology and Visual System, 15 (2), 82–85.