Ntombizodwa P Zwane | States of Matter | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Ntombizodwa P Zwane | States of Matter | Research Excellence Award

Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University | South Africa

Dr. Ntombizodwa P. Zwane is an accomplished dentist and academic with over two decades of experience in clinical dentistry and dental education. She holds a Bachelor of Dental Science (BDS) and has served as a lecturer and clinician at a leading health sciences university since 2004. Her professional expertise is strongly rooted in removable prosthodontics, with extensive experience in teaching complete denture prosthodontics and managing patients requiring removable prostheses. Her academic work also encompasses dental materials science, biomaterials–biofilm interactions, and the innovative application of cold atmospheric plasma in dentistry. Actively engaged in evidence-based dental research, she contributes to structured, bias-minimised scientific evaluation and peer review processes. She is widely recognized for her commitment to undergraduate teaching, clinical supervision, assessment, and academic quality assurance. Through her combined roles as educator, clinician, and researcher, she continues to advance prosthodontic education and research, contributing meaningfully to the development of modern, science-driven dental practice.

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Cold Atmospheric Plasma (CAP) Shows Strain-Dependence Against Candida albicans Growth on Titanium

– Journal of Stomatology, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 2025

Ntombizodwa P. Zwane; Isak J. van der Walt; Steve A.S. Olorunju; Euphemia Sekati; Adam Shnier; Deran Reddy

Hua Cheng | Biomolecules | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Hua Cheng | Biomolecules | Research Excellence Award

Wuhan Polytechnic University | China

Prof. Hua Cheng is an accomplished plant scientist and Associate Professor at the School of Selenium Science and Engineering Modern Industry, Wuhan Polytechnic University. He earned his Ph.D. in Forest Cultivation from Nanjing Forestry University, following a Master’s degree in Crop Genetics and Breeding and a Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology from Yangtze University. His academic career spans teaching and research roles at Huanggang Normal University and extensive international experience as a visiting scholar at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Seoul National University, and Wuhan University. Prof. Cheng’s research focuses on plant genetics and development, medicinal and energy plants, flavonoid biosynthesis, organic selenium-rich plant products, and Ginkgo biloba secondary metabolism. He has received multiple prestigious science and technology progress awards at provincial and municipal levels, contributed to national group standards, and played a role in the development of recognized plant varieties. His work significantly advances sustainable plant resource utilization and modern agricultural biotechnology.

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Foliar nano-selenium regulates Cardamine violifolia physiology and rhizosphere microenvironment for synergistic lead-contaminated soil remediation

– Environmental Technology & Innovation, 2025
Bacteria suppress immune responses in Arabidopsis by inducing methylglyoxal accumulation and promoting H2O2 scavenging

– Developmental Cell, 2025
Green synthesis of selenium nanoparticles by grape seed extract synergized with ascorbic acid: preparation optimization, structural characterization, and functional activity

– Foods, 2025
Cadmium distinctly affects selenium accumulation in Cardamine violifolia roots and shoots

– Industrial Crops & Products, 2025
Chitosan-derived nano-selenium-based coatings for postharvest safety of cherry tomato

– LWT – Food Science and Technology, 2025

Yi Wang | Medicine | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Yi Wang | Medicine | Research Excellence Award

Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology | China

Prof. Dr. Yi Wang is a Professor and Principal Investigator at Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, with a strong academic foundation in respiratory medicine and translational biomedical research. His education and professional training have shaped a focused career dedicated to understanding complex lung diseases, particularly pulmonary fibrosis. With extensive experience leading independent research groups, he has made significant contributions to uncovering molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying fibrotic lung remodeling. His research interests include DNA methylation, endoplasmic reticulum stress, macrophage–fibroblast interactions, gene therapy, and targeted drug delivery systems for respiratory diseases. Prof. Wang has published more than 28 high-impact scientific articles in leading international journals such as Nature Communications and the European Respiratory Journal. His work has been recognized through prestigious honors, including the National Science Fund for Excellent Young Scholars, alongside multiple national and provincial research grants. Overall, Prof. Wang’s research advances both fundamental understanding and therapeutic innovation in pulmonary fibrosis.

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Autophagy Related 5 Promotes Mitochondrial Fission and Inflammation via HSP90-HIF-1α-Mediated Glycolysis in Kidney Fibrosis
– Advanced Science, 2025
Kynurenine Acts as a Signaling Molecule to Attenuate Pulmonary Fibrosis by Enhancing the AHR-PTEN Axis
– Journal of Advanced Research, 2025
Kdm2a Inhibition in Skeletal Muscle Improves Metabolic Flexibility in Obesity
– Nature Metabolism, 2025
Effect of Roxadustat on Lowering Blood Lipids in Peritoneal Dialysis Patients with Anemia: A Multicenter Randomized Controlled Study
– Renal Failure, 2025
Correlation Between Protein-Energy Wasting and Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events in Maintenance Hemodialysis Patients
– Renal Failure, 2025

Ganeshan R | DBNA | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Ganeshan R | DBNA | Research Excellence Award

Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr. Sagunthala R&D Institute of Science and Technology | India

Dr. Ganeshan R is an accomplished academic and researcher in Information and Communication Engineering, known for his strong interdisciplinary expertise in computing and security domains. He earned his Ph.D. from Anna University, following postgraduate degrees in Software Engineering and Information Technology, and an undergraduate degree in Information Technology, all with first-class distinctions. His academic and professional experience spans teaching, research, and technical mentoring in higher education. His research interests focus on Cyber Security, Digital Forensics, Computer Networks, Network Security, Software Engineering, and Cloud Security. He has received academic recognitions for scholarly contributions, demonstrating sustained commitment to research excellence and technological advancement.

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A Novel CNN-BiLSTM-GRU Hybrid Deep Learning Model for Human Activity Recognition

– International Journal of Computational Intelligence Systems, 2024 (Citations: 17)

Carlos Junqueira Junior | High Performance Computing | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Carlos Junqueira Junior | High Performance Computing | Research Excellence Award

École Nationale d’Arts et Métiers | France

Dr. Carlos Junqueira Junior is an accomplished computational fluid dynamics (CFD) researcher and HPC specialist with extensive experience in numerical modeling for fluids and solids. He earned his Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering from Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica (ITA), Brazil, focusing on the development of parallel solvers for large eddy simulation of supersonic jet flows, following an MSc on upwind parallel solvers for turbulent flow applications. He also holds a Diplôme d’Ingénieur from Grenoble INP, France, where he conducted research on numerical modeling during an internship at CEA, and a Mechanical Engineering degree from UNESP, Brazil. Professionally, he has contributed significantly as an HPC Research Engineer at Arts et Métiers ParisTech, France, and held research and teaching positions at ITA, IAE, and CTMSP, Brazil, where he developed parallel CFD solvers for RANS and LES simulations and taught numerical methods to engineering students. His research interests include high-performance computing, turbulence modeling, supersonic flows, and numerical methods for fluid dynamics. Dr. Junqueira’s work has been recognized internationally for advancing simulation techniques in aerospace and turbo machinery applications. His contributions continue to impact computational engineering, bridging fundamental research and practical applications in CFD.

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Moritz Rosenthal | Electrochemistry | Research Excellence Award 

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Mr. Moritz Rosenthal | Electrochemistry | Research Excellence Award 

Aalto University | Finland

Mr. Moritz Rosenthal is a dedicated chemist and doctoral candidate at Aalto University School of Chemical Engineering, Finland, with a strong focus on material and nano chemistry. He earned his M.Sc. in Chemistry from Leibniz University, Hanover, with distinction, emphasizing advanced inorganic, physical, and analytical chemistry, and his B.Sc. in Chemistry from the same institution, graduating with a solid foundation in synthesis and characterization of materials, including transition metal seleno phosphates. His professional journey includes research assistant roles at both Leibniz University and Aalto University, where he synthesized and analyzed catalysts for oxygen evolution reactions in acidic electrolytes, targeting sustainable replacements for platinum group metals in proton exchange membrane electrolyzers. During his Master’s thesis, he collaborated internationally with experts on advanced material studies, and his industrial internship at Honeywell Specialty Chemicals led to a patented invention related to low-melting flux materials. His research interests encompass catalysis, electrochemistry, transition metal oxides, and sustainable hydrogen technologies. Mr. Rosenthal has consistently demonstrated academic excellence, innovative research contributions, and a commitment to advancing clean energy solutions. His work bridges fundamental chemistry and applied materials science, reflecting both scholarly rigor and practical impact in the field of sustainable energy and advanced functional materials.

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Sachiko Miyamoto | Biochemistry | Research Excellence Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Sachiko Miyamoto | Biochemistry | Research Excellence Award

Hamamatsu University School of Medicine | Japan

Assist. Prof. Dr. Sachiko Miyamoto is a distinguished researcher and educator in the field of biochemistry and molecular biology. She earned her foundational education in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka, and later completed her dentistry degree at Nihon University School of Dentistry at Matsudo. Driven by a passion for medical research, she pursued a doctoral course at Hamamatsu University School of Medicine, where she focused on advanced biochemical and molecular genetics studies. Her professional journey began as a medical resident and dentist in public practice, gaining valuable clinical experience before transitioning to academic research. As a postdoctoral fellow at the Department of Biochemistry at Hamamatsu University School of Medicine, she contributed to cutting-edge research in cell culture, molecular biology, and biochemistry, emphasizing the molecular mechanisms underlying cellular function and disease. In November 2023, she joined the department as an Assistant Professor, where she continues to mentor students and lead innovative research projects. Her work has been recognized for its scientific rigor and potential impact on health sciences. With a strong commitment to advancing molecular research and training the next generation of scientists, Dr. Miyamoto remains at the forefront of biochemistry and molecular genetics, bridging clinical insights with laboratory discoveries to drive progress in medical science.

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Ömrüye Özok Arıcı | Cancer | Research Excellence Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Ömrüye Özok Arıcı | Cancer | Research Excellence Award

Eskişehir Osmangazi Üniversitesi | Turkey

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ömrüye Özok Arıcı is an academic researcher specializing at the interface of molecular biology, chemical engineering, and biomedical engineering. She completed her PhD in Molecular Biology and Genetics at Van Yüzüncü Yıl University, focusing on the synthesis of artemisinin–benzothiophene derivatives and the evaluation of their antimicrobial, antioxidant, and cytotoxic activities. She holds a master’s degree in Biology with research on Streptomyces species and enzyme production, and a bachelor’s degree in Biology. She further expanded her interdisciplinary expertise through postdoctoral research at Eskişehir Osmangazi University in the Department of Chemical Engineering. Since 2023, she has been serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Eskişehir Osmangazi University. Her research interests include medicinal and bioactive compound synthesis, antimicrobial and antioxidant studies, cytotoxicity assessment, and applied biomedical technologies. She has received institutional research support and recognition for her scientific contributions. Overall, her work reflects a strong commitment to interdisciplinary research addressing biomedical and chemical innovation.

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Yazeed Alkhrijah | Internet of Things | Research Excellence Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Yazeed Alkhrijah | Internet of Things | Research Excellence Award

Imam Mohammed Ibn Saud Islamic University | Saudi Arabia

Assist Prof. Dr. Yazeed Alkhrijah is an accomplished academic leader, innovation strategist, and electrical engineering scholar with extensive experience across higher education, research administration, industry, and national innovation ecosystems. He holds a PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering with a specialization in wireless communications, an MSc in digital signal and image processing, and a BSc in electrical engineering with a focus on communications and electronics. He currently leads institutional innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology transfer initiatives, overseeing incubators, intellectual property commercialization, and strategic partnerships aligned with Saudi Vision 2030. His experience includes senior research leadership roles managing research chairs, centers, laboratories, and national research funding portfolios, as well as serving as a subject matter expert for defense and strategic research programs. As a faculty member, he has taught core electrical engineering courses, led digital transformation and national alignment committees, developed graduate and professional programs, and strengthened industry collaboration. His research interests span wireless communications, digital signal processing, innovation systems, entrepreneurship, and applied engineering research. He has received recognition through leadership roles, research excellence contributions, and professional honors within engineering and innovation communities. Overall, his career reflects a strong commitment to advancing research impact, innovation capacity, and talent development at institutional and national levels.

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Taeyoon Jung | Biochemical Pharmacology | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Taeyoon Jung | Biochemical Pharmacology | Research Excellence Award

University of Washington | United States

Dr. Taeyoon Jung is a medicinal chemist and trained pharmacist with strong expertise in drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics (DMPK), integrating experimental and computational approaches to advance drug discovery and safety evaluation. He earned his PhD in Medicinal Chemistry from the University of Washington, following an MS in Drug Evaluation and a PharmD from Chungnam National University. His academic and professional experience spans leading research universities and industry, including graduate research roles in medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, and molecular toxicology, as well as a DMPK graduate internship in a global biopharmaceutical company. Dr. Jung’s research focuses on hydrogen sulfide signaling in cardiac and hepatic stress models, species-dependent drug metabolism, toxicology of bioactivated metabolites, and structure–function relationships of metabolic enzymes. He is highly skilled in LC-MS/MS-based metabolite quantification, in vitro ADME systems, cell-based and molecular assays, and advanced computational modeling such as molecular docking, molecular dynamics, and metadynamics for inhibitor design. His work has contributed to multiple peer-reviewed publications in drug metabolism and toxicology. In recognition of his scientific excellence, he has received several competitive scholarships, endowed funds, and presentation awards. Overall, Dr. Jung’s interdisciplinary background bridges chemistry, pharmacology, and computation, positioning him as a versatile researcher dedicated to improving drug safety and therapeutic development.

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