Mariana Blanco Massani | Organic Chemistry | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Mariana Blanco Massani | Organic Chemistry | Research Excellence Award

University of Innsbruck | Austria

Dr. Mariana Blanco Massani is a scientist specializing in biomedical and polymer-based technologies with a strong focus on antimicrobial systems and advanced materials. She holds a Ph.D. in Biological Sciences and a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry. Her professional experience spans Marie Curie–funded postdoctoral research, industrial consultancy, and long-term research roles in academic and national technology institutes. Her research interests include drug delivery systems, medical devices, antimicrobial materials, food microbiology, and sustainable packaging. She is a recipient of a prestigious Marie Skłodowska-Curie Individual Fellowship. Dr. Massani’s career reflects scientific rigor, interdisciplinary innovation, and impactful contributions to applied research.

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Yazeed Alkhrijah | Internet of Things | Research Excellence Award

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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Yangyang Han | Nanomaterials | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Yangyang Han | Nanomaterials | Research Excellence Award

Shandong Second Medical University, China

Prof. Yangyang Han is a distinguished scholar and influential educator whose work spans biochemistry, molecular biology, and biomechanics. He holds a Ph.D. and has built a strong academic foundation that supports his role as a Professor and Master’s Supervisor. Over the years, he has served in several notable capacities, including Associate Professor, Lecturer, and Senior Visiting Scholar at the Institute of Mechanics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, where he deepened his expertise in molecular mechanisms and biomechanical processes. His professional journey includes leadership as Director of the Molecular Biology Teaching and Research Section and service as a Review Expert for the National Natural Science Foundation of China, reflecting his credibility in scientific evaluation and research guidance. As Leader of the Youth Innovation Team of Shandong Provincial Institutions of Higher Education and a Director within the Shandong Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, he continues to foster scientific development and interdisciplinary collaboration. His research interests focus on molecular regulation, cellular biomechanics, and biomedical innovation, contributing to impactful advancements in the field. With recognition for his academic leadership and scientific service, Prof. Han remains committed to driving research excellence, nurturing emerging scholars, and advancing knowledge in life sciences.

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Bai, L., Qian, X., Zhang, H., Yuan, Y., Cui, X., Cheng, M., & Han, Y. (2025). Plectin, a novel regulator in migration, invasion and adhesion of ovarian cancer. Cell & Bioscience. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13578-025-01349-2

Han, Y. (2020). RNA-seq reveals the diverse effects of substrate stiffness on epidermal ovarian cancer cells. Aging. https://doi.org/10.18632/aging.103906

Han, Y. (2020). Elevated microRNA-125b inhibits cytotrophoblast invasion and impairs endothelial cell function in preeclampsia. Cell Death Discovery. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41420-020-0269-0