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

Sharifah Emilia Tuan Sharif | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sharifah Emilia Tuan Sharif | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Pathologist | Universiti Sains Malaysia | Malaysia

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sharifah Emilia Tuan Sharif is a distinguished Associate Professor and senior consultant anatomic pathologist at Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), recognized for her subspecialty expertise in bone and soft tissue pathology and her contributions to clinical diagnostics, translational research, and innovative medical education. She earned her MBBS in 2000 and Master of Pathology (Anatomic Pathology) in 2005 from USM, establishing a strong foundation for her academic and clinical career. Professionally, she serves as Chairperson of the Pathology Specialty Committee, Director of SPICES (Interactive Gallery for Medical Sciences), and Laboratory-based Clinical Master Programme Coordinator, where she leads curriculum development, mentoring, and national quality assurance initiatives. Her research interests include biomarker discovery in liposarcoma (CDK4/MDM2), prognostic markers in colorectal adenoma and carcinoma, environmentally sustainable medical waste disposal, and the integration of VR/AR in pathology education. She has led multiple national research projects, including the KUBOWrapper initiative for deep-soil burial of medical waste, and developed award-winning educational platforms such as SPICESPath 360 and VI-SPICES. Her research skills encompass histopathology, immunohistochemistry, FISH analysis, protein profiling, translational oncology, biomaterials characterization, and digital/immersive medical education technologies. Dr. Sharifah Emilia has published over 80 papers in indexed journals, with significant contributions in Q1/Q2 journals and international conferences, demonstrating both clinical relevance and translational impact. Her work has earned innovation awards (AKRI 2023 & 2024), recognition in the Malaysia Book of Records for SPICESPath 360, and multiple research grants, reflecting her commitment to research excellence, leadership, and community engagement. She actively mentors students, collaborates with the Ministry of Health, and promotes STEM education through SPICES4U Jr. and SPICES4STEM programs. With her outstanding record of research, innovation, and societal impact, she exemplifies the qualities of a leading researcher in medical sciences. 645 Citations, 45 Documents, h-index 8.

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Featured Publications

  1. Ibrahim, Y. S., Tuan Anuar, S., Azmi, A. A., Wan Mohd Khalik, W. M. A., Lehata, S., … (2021). Detection of microplastics in human colectomy specimens. JGH Open, 5(1), 116–121. Citations: 541

  2. Ch’ng, E. S., Tuan Sharif, S. E., & Jaafar, H. (2013). In human invasive breast ductal carcinoma, tumor stromal macrophages and tumor nest macrophages have distinct relationships with clinicopathological parameters and tumor …. Virchows Archiv, 462(3), 257–267. Citations: 54

  3. Ibrahim, Y. S., Tuan Anuar, S., Azmi, A. A., Wan Mohd Khalik, W. M. A., Lehata, S., … (2021). Detection of microplastics in human colectomy specimens. JGH Open, 5, 116–121. Citations: 43

  4. Pasupati, T. M., Yothasamutr, K., Wah, M. J., Sherif, S. E. T., & Palayan, K. (2008). A study of parasitic infections in the luminal contents and tissue sections of appendix specimens. Tropical Biomedicine, 25(2), 166–172. Citations: 38

  5. Ch’ng, E. S., Jaafar, H., & Tuan Sharif, S. E. (2011). Breast tumor angiogenesis and tumor-associated macrophages: Histopathologist’s perspective. Pathology Research International, 2011, 572706. Citations: 36