Seema Kandalkar | Health and Medicine Advances | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Seema Kandalkar | Health and Medicine Advances | Best Researcher Award

Student, Sanjivani College of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Kopargaon (SPPU), India

Ms. Seema Kandalkar is a dedicated pharmaceutical researcher currently serving as an IPR Trainee at Trexo Global Pvt. Ltd, Nashik, and is affiliated with Sanjivani College of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (SPPU). She completed her M. Pharmacy in Pharmaceutics from Sanjivani College of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Kopargaon, in 2025, following a B. Pharmacy from Pravara Rural Education Society College of Pharmacy (SPPU, 2023). Her research primarily focuses on formulation and development of innovative drug delivery systems, including probiotic and effervescent tablet formulations, with emerging interests in regulatory affairs and intellectual property rights. She has gained significant hands-on experience through her industrial projects and internships at Sci-Tech Efferceuticals (R&D), Sanpras Healthcare Pvt. Ltd., and Reve Pharma, where she honed practical skills in analytical techniques, GMP, stability studies, dissolution testing and drug delivery design. Among her key contributions, she successfully developed and evaluated a probiotic effervescent tablet during her M. Pharmacy project and has disseminated her findings via a review article accepted in Journal of Future Foods (ScienceDirect, IF 7.2), along with poster presentations at international conferences and participation in national-level research competitions. Her work has been recognized for its academic rigor and innovative approach in pharmaceutical sciences, earning accolades through national seminars and competitive workshops. Professionally, she is skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, BioRender and Zotero and actively participates in scientific workshops and seminars. Author metrics for Ms. Seema Kandalkar include 1 published document with citation potential, currently reflecting initial scholarly impact. Her work contributes to advancing formulation science, promoting effective healthcare solutions, and strengthening pharmaceutical innovation and intellectual property awareness. Her vision encompasses enhancing patient-centric drug delivery, fostering regulatory excellence and contributing to global pharmaceutical research standards. With her blend of academic excellence, industrial exposure and research innovation, Ms. Seema Kandalkar is well-positioned to make significant contributions to pharmaceutical sciences and healthcare innovation internationally.

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Featured Publications

1. Kandalkar, S. T., Shendge, R. S., & Lohakare, O. K. (2025). Unveiling the therapeutic potential of probiotics: A review. Journal of Future Foods. Advance online publication.

 

Yufeng Du | Automotive and Transportation | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Yufeng Du | Automotive and Transportation | Best Researcher Award

Ph.D. Researcher, Hefei University of Technology, China

Dr. Yufeng Du is a Ph.D. researcher at Hefei University of Technology, China, specializing in intelligent new energy vehicles (INEV), transportation systems, and automotive cybersecurity, where he integrates advanced research with practical industrial applications to support regional INEV cluster development. He earned his Ph.D. in Engineering from Hefei University of Technology, focusing on intelligent transportation systems and multi-criteria decision-making methodologies (AHP/Delphi) for strategic planning and technology road-mapping. His primary research interests include automotive cybersecurity, with emphasis on CAN/Ethernet intrusion detection systems, V2X cooperative vehicle networks, and intelligent vehicle strategy and policy; emerging areas include deep learning and transformer-based models for autonomous vehicle perception and lane detection. Dr. Yufeng Du has collaborated with major automotive OEMs and agencies, including Chery, JAC, NIO, and Chongqing Chang’an Automobile Co., Ltd., leading applied projects such as adaptive security protection for in-vehicle networks using quantum random-number chips and strategic planning for Anhui Province’s intelligent automobile industry. His key contributions include developing the integrated “One Core, Two Wings, One Base” decision framework for high-quality INEV development, translating research into actionable policy recommendations, updating regional datasets (2018–2024), supporting industry collaborations, export growth, infrastructure planning, and risk mitigation, thereby bridging theoretical innovation with industrial impact. He has been recognized through peer-reviewed publications, influential industry consultancy projects, and editorial contributions as an ad hoc reviewer for IEEE Transactions on Vehicular Technology. Dr. Yufeng Du actively engages with scientific societies and professional networks, fostering collaboration between academia and industry. His work advances automotive safety, cybersecurity, and sustainable transportation strategies, with tangible benefits for society, industry, and regional development. Author metrics: 10 Documents, 68 Citations, 5 h-index. Dr. Yufeng Du’s expertise, international collaborations, and translational research position him to continue leading impactful innovation in intelligent transportation and automotive cybersecurity globally, making him a highly deserving candidate for recognition and awards.

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Featured Publications

1. Shi, Q., Du, Y., Qiao, Y., Ren, L., Cheng, T., Gu, X., Xu, C., Huang, J., & Ye, S. (2025). Optimizing strategies for the high-quality development of intelligent new energy vehicles: A case study of Anhui Province. Sustainable Futures, 10, 101362.

2. Du, Y., Zhang, R., Shi, P., Zhao, L., Zhang, B., & Liu, Y. (2024). ST-LaneNet: Lane line detection method based on Swin Transformer and LaneNet. Chinese Journal of Mechanical Engineering, 37, 14.

3. Zhang, R., Du, Y., Shi, P., Zhao, L., Liu, Y., & Li, H. (2023). ST-MAE: Robust lane detection in continuous multi-frame driving scenes based on a deep hybrid network. Complex & Intelligent Systems, 9, 4837–4855.

 

Zhong Zhang | Environmental Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Zhong Zhang | Environmental Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Vice President, Shandong Second Medical University, China

Prof. Zhong Zhang is the Vice President of Shandong Second Medical University, where he also serves as a senior academic leader in the fields of pathogen biology, parasitology, microbiology and environmental sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Pathogen Biology, obtained from a leading Chinese university, with specialization in microbial ecology and host–pathogen interactions. His research primarily focuses on the ecological and molecular interactions between pathogenic microorganisms, insects, and environmental factors, particularly exploring how intestinal commensal bacteria and bacteriophages influence the gut microbiota and developmental biology of insects. Prof. Zhong Zhang’s recent work has introduced novel phage-based precision regulation strategies to modify the gut microbiome of housefly larvae, revealing key mechanisms that link microbial balance to host growth and health. He has also pioneered investigations into the effects of graphene on bacterium–phage interactions in aquatic ecosystems and used multi-omics biological approaches to uncover how antibiotics reshape microbial and transcriptomic landscapes during larval development. Throughout his career, Prof. Zhong Zhang has held influential academic and research roles, including Principal Expert for the Shandong Province “12th Five-Year Plan” Key Discipline in Pathogen Biology, where he led several national and provincial-level research projects advancing environmental microbiology and vector-borne disease control. His scholarly impact includes 64 peer-reviewed publications, 722 citations, and an h-index of 16 (Scopus), reflecting sustained contributions to his field. Recognized for his excellence, he received the First Prize of the Shandong Higher Education Institutions Outstanding Research Achievement Award and the title of “Shandong Provincial Young and Middle-aged Expert with Outstanding Contributions.” He actively contributes to the scientific community as Vice President of the Shandong Entomological Society, Vice Chair of the Urban Entomology Committee and Medical Parasitology Branch, and Chair of the Medical Entomology Committee under the Entomological Society of China. Prof. Zhong Zhang’s interdisciplinary research bridges microbiology, entomology, and environmental science, offering innovative insights into sustainable pest management, microbial ecology, and environmental health. His vision is to advance global bioscience innovation by integrating microbiome research and ecological restoration to support sustainable ecosystems and public health resilience.

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Featured Publications

1. Kong, X., Wang, S., Li, J., Li, Y., Zhang, R., & Zhang, Z. (2025). Kasugamycin and validamycin differentially inhibit housefly larval growth through gut microbiota regulation. Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety, 279, 119098.

2. ang, L., Liu, X., Lin, S., Wang, L., Liang, J., & Zhang, Z. (2025). Parasitic plant Cistanche tubulosa shapes the bacterial community structure and functional composition of the salt-tolerant host Tamarix chinensis across different parasitic statuses. Environmental Microbiome, 20, 746.

3. Han, Y.-N., Dong, L., Sun, L.-L., Zhang, Z., & Han, H.-H. (2025). Excited-state-altering ratiometric fluorescent probes for the response of β-galactosidase in senescent cells. Molecules, 30(6), 1221.

4. Yin, Y., Wang, S., Li, Y., Kong, X., Zhang, R., & Zhang, Z. (2024). Antagonistic effect of the beneficial bacterium Enterobacter hormaechei against the heavy metal Cu²⁺ in housefly larvae. Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety, 270, 116077.

5. Zhang, K., Wang, S., Li, Y., Yao, D., Zhang, R., & Zhang, Z. (2024). Application of bacteria and bacteriophage cocktails for biological control of houseflies. Parasites & Vectors, 17, 82.

 

Vincelet Jobikha A | Materials Science | Young Scientist Award

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Ms. Vincelet Jobikha A | Materials Science | Young Scientist Award

Research Scholar, Saveetha Engineering College, India

Ms. Vincelet Jobikha A Arul Swamy is a promising early-career researcher currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Physics at Saveetha Engineering College, affiliated with Anna University, Chennai. Her research focuses on the synthesis and characterization of rare-earth-doped tellurite glasses and nanomaterials for advanced radiation shielding and energy applications. She has successfully developed a novel nanomaterial that enhances solar energy efficiency and designed an electrical circuit capable of converting 8 volts to 230 volts, demonstrating her innovative capabilities in applied physics. She completed her M.Sc. in Physics at Muslim Arts College, Kanniyakumari, and her B.Sc. in Physics at Infant Jesus College of Arts and Science for Women, graduating with First Class with Distinction in both degrees. Her foundational education, including SSLC and HSC, was completed at Amala Matriculation Higher Secondary School. Ms. Vincelet Jobikha A has actively engaged with the scientific community, participating in 15 international and national conferences and delivering both oral and poster presentations. She has attended three workshops and hands-on training programs across India and completed specialized courses at JNTU Hyderabad and Madurai Kamaraj University. Her technical expertise spans structural, optical, and gamma-ray shielding characterization, with proficiency in XRD, FTIR, UV-Vis-NIR, photoluminescence, and radiation shielding metrics such as MAC, LAC, Zeff, and HVL. Her research contributions include one Scopus-indexed publication with another under review, alongside four patents in advanced glass systems. She was honored with the SCOPUS INDEX 2025 International Best Researcher Award for excellence in “Glass Ceramics.” Beyond academics, she has demonstrated strong leadership and communication skills through active participation in co-curricular activities, essay competitions, and elocution events. With her early achievements, innovative research, and strong academic foundation, Ms. Vincelet Jobikha A exhibits significant potential for future contributions to materials science, radiation protection technologies, and global scientific collaboration. She maintains an author metric of 1 document, 1 citation and an h-index of 1, reflecting early but impactful contributions to materials science.

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Featured Publications

1. Vinothkumar, P., Yamini, B., Praveenkumar, S., & Jobikha, A. V. (2025). Synthesis, structural, and optical properties of lead-free Tm³⁺ ions doped zinc tellurite glass and Ho³⁺ ions doped zinc borophosphate glass for radiation shielding application. Radiation Physics and Chemistry, 234, 112795.

 

Ngambu Aloysius Afahnwie | Geochemistry | Best Academic Researcher Award

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Dr. Ngambu Aloysius Afahnwie | Geochemistry | Best Academic Researcher Award

Lecturer, University of Bamenda, Cameroon

Dr. Ngambu Aloysius Afahnwie is a Senior Lecturer of Economic Geology and Exploration/Environmental Geochemistry at the Faculty of Science, University of Bamenda, Cameroon, where he also contributes to the Higher Teachers Training College (HTTC) and the National Advanced Polytechnic Institute (NAHPI) in applied geology and earth science education. He obtained his Ph.D. in Applied Geology from the University of Buea in 2021 with a dissertation titled “Stream Sediment Geochemistry and Petrogenesis of Plutonic and Dyke Rocks of the Nlonako Area: Insights from Zircon U-Pb and Lu-Hf Isotope Systematics and Economic Potentials.” His academic journey includes an M.Sc. in Applied Geology (University of Buea, 2013), a Postgraduate High School Teachers Diploma (DIPES II) in Geology (University of Bamenda, 2017), a B.Sc. (Hons) in Geology (University of Buea, 2008), and a College Teacher Diploma (DIPES I) in Geology (University of Yaoundé I, 2005). His research focuses on economic geology, environmental and exploration geochemistry, petrology, and sedimentology, emphasizing geochemical mapping, mineral resource evaluation, isotopic systematics, and sustainable resource management using geospatial and remote-sensing techniques. With over two decades of academic experience, Dr. Ngambu Aloysius Afahnwie has served as Assistant Lecturer, Part-time Lecturer, and Senior Lecturer, contributing significantly to geology education and mentoring young scientists. His key contributions include publications in reputed journals addressing geochemical distribution, mineral exploration, and ecosystem health assessments, as well as participation in international collaborative research on geochemical modeling and exploration strategies. He has received the IEEE GRSS IDEA Microgrants Award (2022) for career development in geoscience and remote sensing and the Mighty Santa Caucus Award of Excellence (2022) for outstanding Ph.D. performance. Professionally, he is a member of the Society for Geology Applied to Mineral Deposits (SGA), the IEEE Geoscience and Remote Sensing Society (Cameroon Chapter), and the University of Buea Alumni Association (UBAL). With 3 Scopus-indexed publications, 12 citations, and an h-index of 2, Dr. Ngambu Aloysius Afahnwie’s work enhances understanding of mineralization processes, promotes sustainable mining practices, and contributes to environmental stewardship and geoscience capacity building in Africa and beyond.

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Featured Publications

1. Ngambu, A. A., Yiika, L. P., Marian, C. S., Kachoueiyan, F., Gupta, N., Djibril, K. N. G., Birnila, M. C., Fomekong, B. K., Simou, A., & Wochoko, P. (2026). Geospatial distribution of hazardous metals and other elements in stream sediments of Akum, Cameroon: Insights into mineral exploration and ecosystem health using indexical and multivariate approaches. Marine Pollution Bulletin, 222(Part 2), 118761.

2. Fomekong, B. K., Djibril, K. N. G., Ngambu, A. A., Anoh, N. O., & Suh, C. E. (2023). Contamination, sources, distribution and risk evaluation of heavy metals in stream sediments of Mewongo Gold District, Nyong Group, Cameroon. Marine Pollution Bulletin, 234, 601.

3. Ngatcha, R. B., Ngambu, A. A., Nkwanyang, L. T., Madihyombom, L., Tibang, E. E. B., & Bafon, T. G. (2025). Geochemical characteristics of rutile-bearing mineral sands of the Nkapa Formation, Douala Sub-Basin, Cameroon: Insights into source-area weathering, provenance, and tectonic setting. Research, Published 28 June 2025.

4. Djibril, K. N. G., Laure, N. T. E., Didero, T. W. J., Brice, K. W., Ngambu, A. A., Hermann, F. T., & Laurianne, F. M. C. (2018). Petro-structural characterization of Bonguen area, Nyong Series, Cameroon: Insight into the northern extension of Kribi-Campo shear zone. Earth Sciences, 7(5), 236–241.

5. Ngambu, A. A., Embui, V. F., Yiika, L. P., Djibril, K. N. G., & Fomekong, B. K. (2025). Preliminary stream sediment geochemical exploration for base metals and other elements in terms of source apportionment and contamination status of Manjo and environs, Cameroon. Research, 2, 93.

 

Abouelnadar El Salem | Sustainable Agriculture | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Abouelnadar El Salem | Sustainable Agriculture | Best Researcher Award

Senior Researcher, Yellow River Delta Intelligent Agricultural Machinery Equipment Industry Academy, China

Assist. Prof. Dr. Abouelnadar El Salem is a Senior Researcher at the Department of Soil and Water Conservation, Desert Research Center (DRC), Cairo, Egypt, and affiliated with the Yellow River Delta Intelligent Agricultural Machinery Equipment Industry Academy, China. He earned his Ph.D. in Agricultural Mechanization Engineering from Huazhong Agricultural University, China (2022), where his research focused on experimental soil adhesion reduction and simulation of soil–tool interaction under paddy field conditions based on bionics. He also holds an M.Sc. in Farm Machinery and Power Engineering from Ain Shams University, Egypt (2017), and a B.Sc. in Agricultural Engineering from Kafrelsheikh University, Egypt (2006, with honors). Dr. El Salem’s primary research interests lie in reducing soil adhesion and friction at the soil–tool interface using bio-inspired microstructures and low-surface-energy polymers, modeling soil–tool interactions with the Discrete Element Method (DEM), assessing and designing rainwater harvesting systems, and monitoring tillage- and rainfall-induced soil erosion under diverse land-use conditions. He has held key academic and research positions, including Researcher (Doctorate Holder) at DRC, supervising master’s students and conducting peer-reviewed research (2022–Present), Assistant Researcher at Huazhong Agricultural University (2018–2022), and Agricultural Engineer at the Agricultural Research Center, Egypt (2007–2012). His major contributions include innovations in soil conservation techniques, DEM-based mechanistic models of soil–tool interactions, sustainable water resource management, and practical recommendations for arid and semi-arid agriculture. He has published 15 documents, accumulated 136 citations, and holds an h-index of 7. Dr. El Salem has received recognition for his international collaborations in soil mechanization research and is actively engaged in peer-review and scientific societies related to agricultural engineering. His work advances sustainable agricultural mechanization, soil erosion control, and climate-resilient farming, providing practical solutions for global food security and water management. His vision is to integrate mechanization engineering and soil conservation innovations to benefit society, industry, and scientific research worldwide, while mentoring the next generation of agricultural engineers and researchers.

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Featured Publications

1. Salem, A. E., Shang, S., Wang, D., Zhang, G., Wang, H., Abdeen, M. A., & Shehabeldeen, T. A. (2026). Developing an adequate DEM model to simulate soil-tool interactions under sticky soil conditions. Soil and Tillage Research, 256, 106893.

2. Salem, A. E., Wang, H., Gao, Y., Zha, X., Abdeen, M. A., & Zhang, G. (2021). Effect of biomimetic surface geometry, soil texture, and soil moisture content on the drag force of soil-touching parts. Applied Sciences, 11, 8927–8938.

3. Salem, A. E., Zhang, G. Z., Abdeen, M. A. M., & Wang, H. C. (2022). Optimizing the adhesion of soil-touching parts based on biomimetic concepts using the Taguchi method. International Journal of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, 15(1), 147–154.

4. Salem, A. E., Zhang, G., Wang, H., Salem, H. M., Abdalla, M. A., & Ghazy, A. A. (2023). The effect of integrating a bio-inspired convex structure with a low-surface energy polymer on soil adhesion and friction. Journal of Terramechanics, 109, 93–100.

5. Abdeen, M. A., & Salem, A. E., Zhang, G. (2021). Longitudinal axial flow rice thresher performance optimization using the Taguchi technique. Agriculture, 11, 88.

 

Jie Wu | Health and Medicine | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Jie Wu | Health and Medicine | Best Researcher Award

Professor and Lab Director, Shantou University Medical College, China

Prof. Dr. Jie Wu is a Distinguished Professor and Director of the Laboratory of Brain Function and Disease at Shantou University Medical College, China, and formerly served as Professor and Director of the Neurophysiology Laboratory at the Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI), St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center, USA. He earned his M.D. from Xuzhou Medical College in 1983 and Ph.D. in Neurophysiology from Sun Yat-sen University of Medical Sciences in 1990, followed by postdoctoral fellowships at Tohoku University School of Medicine, Japan (1993–1994), and the University of New Mexico, USA (1994–1997). His research focuses on the physiology and pharmacology of nicotinic acetylcholine receptors (nAChRs), molecular mechanisms of epilepsy, and neurodegenerative disorders related to amyloid beta (Aβ) and receptor dysfunction, as well as ATP-sensitive potassium (KATP) channel regulation. Over three decades, he has led groundbreaking neuroscience research funded by the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH), the State of Arizona, and various international foundations, making fundamental discoveries in synaptic receptor signaling and neurodegeneration. His pioneering contributions have led to nearly 200 peer-reviewed publications, five book chapters, and eight patents (four U.S. and four Chinese), providing novel insights into receptor-mediated neurological diseases and translational therapies. Among his many honors, Prof. Dr. Jie Wu has received the China National Natural Science Award and the International HH Rosenfield Rekate Pioneer Award, and was listed among the World’s Top 2% Scientists (2022) and elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA, UK, 2024). He serves as Editor-in-Chief and editorial board member for leading international journals and is active in global neuroscience and biomedical societies. With 161 documents, 5,887 citations and an h-index of 44, Prof. Dr. Jie Wu exemplifies research excellence and leadership, advancing global neuroscience through innovation, collaboration, and mentorship that continues to shape the future of brain science and human health worldwide.

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Featured Publications

1. Zhang, X. X., Gao, M., Liu, Q. R., Bi, G. H., Li, X., Yang, H. J., Gardner, E. L., & Wu, J. (2014). Cannabinoid CB2 receptors modulate midbrain dopamine neuronal activity and dopamine-related behavior in mice. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America, 111(46), E5007–E5015.

2. Liu, Q., Huang, Y., Xue, F., Simard, A., DeChon, J., Li, G., Zhang, J., Lucero, L., & Wu, J. (2009). A novel nicotinic acetylcholine receptor subtype in basal forebrain cholinergic neurons with high sensitivity to amyloid peptides. Journal of Neuroscience, 29(4), 918–929.

3. Wang, T. N., Yang, W., Wang, Y., Nagaraj, V. J., Liu, Q., & Wu, J. (2012). Label-free measuring and mapping of binding kinetics of membrane proteins in single living cells. Nature Chemistry, 4(10), 846–853.

4. Chen, D. J., Gao, M., Gao, F. F., Su, Q. X., & Wu, J. (2017). Brain cannabinoid receptor 2: Expression, function and modulation. Acta Pharmacologica Sinica, 38(3), 312–316.

5. Okada, Y. C., Wu, J., & Kyuhou, S. (1997). Genesis of MEG signals in a mammalian CNS structure. Electroencephalography and Clinical Neurophysiology, 103(4), 474–485.

 

Xue-Yao Gao | Computer Vision and Image Recognition | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Xue-Yao Gao | Computer Vision and Image Recognition | Best Researcher Award

Professor and Ph.D. Supervisor (Ph.D.), Harbin University of Science and Technology, China

Prof. Dr. Xue-Yao Gao is a Professor and Ph.D. Supervisor at the School of Computer Science and Technology, Harbin University of Science and Technology, where he also serves as Vice Dean and Deputy Director of the Heilongjiang Key Laboratory of Intelligent Information Processing and Applications. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Application Technology (2009), an M.Sc. in Computer Software and Theory (2006), and a B.Sc. in Computer and Applications (2002), all from Harbin University of Science and Technology. His primary research focuses on computer graphics, CAD, natural language processing (NLP), artificial intelligence (AI), pattern recognition, and deep learning, with particular expertise in 3D model retrieval, multi-view feature fusion, and cross-view optimization strategies. Over his career, Prof. Dr. Xue-Yao Gao has held key academic positions including Professor (2018–present), Associate Professor (2012–2018), and Lecturer (2010–2012) in the School of Computer Science and Technology at Harbin University of Science and Technology. His contributions include over 60 publications, 16 granted invention patents, and leadership of seven funded projects supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China, Heilongjiang Provincial Natural Science Foundation, Ministry of Education’s Chunhui Program, and corporate collaborations, totaling research funding exceeding 2.6 million yuan. Prof. Dr. Xue-Yao Gao has been recognized with the university’s “Science and Engineering Talent” award and has contributed as editor and co-author to multiple textbooks and monographs. He holds leadership and committee positions in the China Computer Federation and Heilongjiang Computer Society, including Executive Member, Director, Vice Chairman of the Harbin Branch of CCF YOCSEF, and memberships in specialized committees, actively mentoring doctoral and master’s students and fostering youth scientific engagement. His work advances intelligent information processing, enhances 3D modeling and pattern recognition technologies, and promotes innovative AI applications, impacting academia, industry, and society. Author metrics: 53 documents, 124 citations, h-index 6. Prof. Dr. Xue-Yao Gao’s sustained research excellence, innovation in AI and computer graphics, and global collaborative potential make him highly deserving of recognition for advancing science, technology, and education internationally.

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Featured Publications

1. Gao, X., Zhang, Y., Zhang, C., & Xue, Y. (2025). 3D model classification based on DRSN and multi-view feature fusion. Expert Systems with Applications, 273, 126872.

2. Gao, X., Yan, S., & Zhang, C. (2024). 3D model classification based on RegNet design space and voting algorithm. Multimedia Tools and Applications, 83, 42391–42412.

3. Gao, X.-Y., Li, K.-P., Zhang, C.-X., & Yu, B. (2021). 3D model classification based on Bayesian classifier with AdaBoost. Discrete Dynamics in Nature and Society, 2021, Article 2154762.

4. Zhang, C.-X., Pang, S.-Y., Gao, X.-Y., Lu, J.-Q., Yu, B., & Jia, Y. (2022). Attention neural network for biomedical word sense disambiguation. Discrete Dynamics in Nature and Society, 2022, Article 6182058.

5. Zhang, C.-X., Shao, Y.-L., & Gao, X.-Y. (2023). Word sense disambiguation based on RegNet with efficient channel attention and dilated convolution. IEEE Access.

 

Abouzar Babaei | Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Abouzar Babaei | Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor of Medical Virology, Qazvin University of Medical Sciences, Iran

Dr. Abouzar Babaei is an Assistant Professor of Medical Virology at Qazvin University of Medical Sciences, Iran, specializing in translational virology, stem cell therapy, and oncolytic virus-based cancer research. He earned his Ph.D. in Medical Virology from Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran (2020), with a dissertation evaluating the efficacy of combination therapy using mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) loaded with oncolytic Reovirus, Irinotecan, and Napabucasin (BBI608) in colorectal cancer mouse models, following an MSc in Medical Virology from Shiraz University of Medical Sciences (2016) focused on the prevalence and phylogenetic characterization of human metapneumovirus, and a BSc and Associate Degree in Veterinary Laboratory Sciences from Tabriz University (2011, 2009). His primary research interests include stem cell-based cancer therapies, oncolytic viruses, antiviral strategies, and virology, with emerging work on nanoparticle-mediated anticancer and antiviral applications. Dr. Abouzar Babaei has extensive laboratory and translational research experience, including MSC extraction and characterization, tumor model development in BALB/c mice, molecular assays (PCR, real-time PCR), virus propagation and titration, hemagglutination and ELISA assays, and in vitro functional studies. His key contributions encompass pioneering MSC-oncolytic virus combination therapies, evaluating copper oxide nanoparticles for anticancer and antiviral effects, and systematic studies of viral prevalence in clinical populations. He has been recognized as Top PhD Student (2018, TMU), Top MSc Student (2015, SUMS), and Top Student in the PhD Board Exam (2018, TMU). He is an active member of the Iranian Society of Medical Virology and the Tarbiat Modares Virology Student Association, contributing to peer-reviewed publications and international collaborations. Dr. Abouzar Babaei has 22 publications, 282 citations, and an h-index of 10. His work advances translational medicine by integrating cutting-edge virology and stem cell technologies to develop novel cancer and antiviral therapies, bridging laboratory research with clinical applications, and promoting global biomedical innovation with societal impact.

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Featured Publications

1. Aghbash, P. S., Hemmat, N., Nahand, J. S., Shamekh, A., Memar, M. Y., Babaei, A., … & [additional authors]. (2021). The role of Th17 cells in viral infections. International Immunopharmacology, 91, 107331.

2. Babaei, A., Mousavi, S. M., Ghasemi, M., Pirbonyeh, N., Soleimani, M., & Moattari, A. (2021). Gold nanoparticles show potential in vitro antiviral and anticancer activity. Life Sciences, 284, 119652.

3. Babaei, A., Pouremamali, A., Rafiee, N., Sohrabi, H., Mokhtarzadeh, A., … & [additional authors]. (2022). Genosensors as an alternative diagnostic sensing approaches for specific detection of virus species: A review of common techniques and outcomes. TrAC Trends in Analytical Chemistry, 155, 116686.

4. Babaei, A., Soleimanjahi, H., Soleimani, M., & Arefian, E. (2021). Mesenchymal stem cells loaded with oncolytic reovirus enhances antitumor activity in mice models of colorectal cancer. Biochemical Pharmacology, 190, 114644.

5. Afrakhteh, H., Joharinia, N., Momen, A., Dowran, R., Babaei, A., Namdari, P., … & [additional authors]. (2021). Relative frequency of hepatitis B virus, human papilloma virus, Epstein-Barr virus, and herpes simplex viruses in the semen of fertile and infertile men in Shiraz, Iran: A comparative study. International Journal of Reproductive BioMedicine, 19(8), 699–710.

 

Ningning Cheng | Cancer Research | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Ningning Cheng | Cancer Research | Best Researcher Award

Attending Physician, Shanghai General Hospital, China

Dr. Ningning Cheng, Ph.D., is an accomplished Attending Physician in the Department of Radiation Oncology at Shanghai General Hospital, affiliated with Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, China. She obtained her Ph.D. in Oncology from Tongji University, Shanghai (2012–2015) and her M.Sc. in Oncology from Qingdao University, Qingdao (2009–2012). Her research is primarily focused on radiotherapy dose escalation, PET/CT-guided radiation treatment planning, combined chemoradiotherapy in esophageal and lung cancers, and tumor resistance mechanisms, aiming to enhance precision oncology and patient outcomes. With a deep commitment to integrating clinical oncology with advanced imaging technologies, Dr. Ningning Cheng has made significant contributions to translational cancer research, particularly through studies on PET/CT-directed radiotherapy dose escalation, exemplified by her recent publication in Radiotherapy and Oncology (2025), which improved treatment efficacy in locally advanced esophageal cancer. Professionally, she has served as an Attending Physician (2019–present) and previously as a Physician in the Department of Medical Oncology (2015–2018) at Shanghai General Hospital, demonstrating leadership in both clinical and academic oncology. Her research portfolio includes 14 peer-reviewed publications, accumulating 712 citations with an h-index of 10, reflecting a growing international impact. Dr. Ningning Cheng has participated in several multidisciplinary and institutional research projects funded by national and hospital-level grants. She has been recognized for her outstanding contributions to oncology through institutional awards and honors for research excellence, and she actively engages in peer-review and professional societies dedicated to cancer treatment and radiation medicine. Her long-term vision centers on advancing precision radiotherapy and molecular imaging–based cancer care to improve therapeutic outcomes and global standards in radiation oncology. Through her research, mentorship, and clinical expertise, Dr. Ningning Cheng continues to make meaningful contributions to science, society, and the advancement of personalized cancer therapy.

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1. Cheng, N., Chen, Z., Chen, Y., Hu, Y., Wang, Z., Chen, X., Liu, Q., & Chen, T. (2025). 18F-FDG PET/CT directed radiotherapy dose escalation in locally advanced esophageal cancer (LAEC): A phase I study. Radiotherapy and Oncology, 213, 111176.

2. Sun, Z., Cheng, N., Cai, Z., Ying, Z., Liu, H., Chen, X., Zeng, H., Yin, M., Liu, H., Tan, S., Zhou, X., Zhao, X., & Chen, F. (2025). Multifunctional microsphere dressings via metal ligand bonding engineering for infectious wound healing. Journal of Materials Science & Technology, 219, 158–172.

3. Cheng, N., Liu, Y., Zhao, G., Xu, Y., Zhang, T., Chen, Y., Yan, G., Hu, Y., Yao, S., Wang, Z., Wang, C., Chen, Z., Hu, Z., Liu, D., & Chen, T. (2020). Phase I trial of intensity-modulated hyperfractionated radiotherapy boost with concurrent chemotherapy immediately following standard chemoradiotherapy in patients primarily with advanced intra-thoracic/cervical esophageal squamous cell carcinomas. International Journal of Radiation Oncology, Biology, Physics, 106(2), 340–348.

4. Wang, Q., Li, X., Ren, S., Su, C., Li, C., Li, W., Yu, J., Cheng, N., & Zhou, C. (2020). HOTAIR induces EGFR-TKIs resistance in non-small cell lung cancer through epithelial-mesenchymal transition. Lung Cancer, 147, 99–105.