Xilian Xu | Nanotechnology and Materials Science | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Xilian Xu | Nanotechnology and Materials Science | Research Excellence Award

Lecturer | Zhejiang University of Science and Technology | China

Dr. Xilian Xu is an accomplished researcher with a strong scholarly impact, evidenced by 2,289 Scopus citations, 38 peer-reviewed publications, and an h-index of 25. His research portfolio centers on high-quality journal articles, conference contributions, and scholarly outputs that advance fundamental and applied science. Dr. Xilian Xu’s work demonstrates consistent contributions to innovative research themes, addressing complex scientific questions through rigorous experimental design and analytical methodologies. He has actively contributed to competitive research projects and funded programs, supporting translational and interdisciplinary research outcomes. His scholarly activities include research findings with measurable academic and societal impact, reflected in citation performance and journal visibility. Dr. Xilian Xu has also contributed to innovation-driven R&D activities, strengthening knowledge transfer and applied research potential. In addition, he has provided professional service as a peer reviewer and editorial contributor, supporting research quality and integrity within the scientific community. His research achievements and recognitions underscore sustained excellence and influence in his field.

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Sofia Teixeira | Nanotechnology and Materials Science | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Sofia Teixeira | Nanotechnology and Materials Science | Editorial Board Member

Senior Researcher | Tyndall National Institute | Ireland

Dr. Sofia Teixeira is a nanotechnology-focused researcher whose work bridges advanced materials science, biomedical engineering, and micro/nanofabrication. Her research background centers on the design and development of nanoscale sensing platforms capable of detecting disease-associated biomolecules with high sensitivity and selectivity. Trained in nanotechnology and electrochemical sensing, she has contributed to innovations in biomedical devices, electronic materials, and diagnostic interfaces, with a strong emphasis on translational applications that support early disease detection. Her research outputs include peer-reviewed journal publications, conference communications, and technology-driven studies exploring functional nanomaterials, biomarker recognition systems, and bio-electronic interfaces. With 89 citations, 4 research documents, and an h-index of 3, her contributions reflect an emerging yet impactful presence in the fields of nanosensors, biomaterials, and applied biotechnology. She has also advanced fabrication protocols using micro- and nanofabrication techniques, contributing to improved device performance, reproducibility, and real-world applicability. Dr. Sofia Teixeira has been involved in multidisciplinary R&D efforts linked to biomedical diagnostics, electrochemical sensor optimization, and nanostructured material design. Her work frequently integrates chemical engineering, electrochemistry, and medical biotechnology, positioning her research within critical domains such as point-of-care diagnostics, biosensing technologies, and health-related nanotechnology. She has participated in collaborative research initiatives and has contributed to the scientific community through reviewer service and research dissemination activities. Her innovations in nanoscale detection platforms and biomedical materials continue to support the advancement of next-generation diagnostic technologies and applied sensor research.

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  • Azzopardi, E., Lloyd, C., Teixeira, S. R., Conlan, R. S., & Whitaker, I. S. (2016). Clinical applications of amylase: Novel perspectives. Surgery, 160(1), 26–37.

  • Teixeira, S., Burwell, G., Castaing, A., Gonzalez, D., Conlan, R. S., & Guy, O. J. (2014). Epitaxial graphene immunosensor for human chorionic gonadotropin. Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical, 190, 723–729.

  • Teixeira, S., & Sampaio, P. (2013). Food safety management system implementation and certification: Survey results. Total Quality Management & Business Excellence, 24(3–4), 275–293.

  • Teixeira, S., Conlan, R. S., Guy, O. J., & Sales, M. G. F. (2014). Label-free human chorionic gonadotropin detection at picogram levels using oriented antibodies bound to graphene screen-printed electrodes. Journal of Materials Chemistry B, 2(13), 1852–1865.

  • Berbel-Filho, W. M., Berry, N., Rodríguez-Barreto, D., Teixeira, S., … (2020). Environmental enrichment induces intergenerational behavioural and epigenetic effects on fish. Molecular Ecology.

 

Brahma Singh | Nanotechnology and Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Brahma Singh | Nanotechnology and Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Senior Principal Scientist | CSIR – National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI) | India

Dr. Brahma Singh is a highly cited researcher in herbal nanobiotechnology, phytochemistry, microbial metabolomics, and natural-product–based therapeutics. With Scopus 6,632+ citations, 514+ cumulative journal impact factor, h-index 41, and 88+ Scopus-indexed documents, his work significantly advances plant-derived bioactives, nanodelivery systems, and biomedical applications. His research focuses on the bio-prospection of phytochemicals, metabolomics of plants and microbes, and the development of nano-enabled herbal formulations to enhance bioavailability, anti-inflammatory potential, antimicrobial efficacy, and immunomodulatory responses. He has pioneered several innovations targeting quorum sensing, biofilm inhibition, microbial virulence, oxidative stress, cancer therapeutics, and nanobiomaterial engineering. Dr. Brahma Singh has authored numerous high-impact publications in leading journals such as Biotechnology Advances, Trends in Biotechnology, Advanced Functional Materials, ACS Applied Bio Materials, Food Chemistry, Scientific Reports, Cancer and Metastasis Reviews, and Journal of Ethnopharmacology. Many of his articles address critical biomedical challenges, including COVID-19 inflammatory pathways, diabetic wound healing, gut microbiota modulation, and lichen- or plant-derived anticancer compounds. His research findings have been widely recognized for introducing bio-inspired nanoparticles, novel glycobiotechnology approaches, and sustainable valorization of agricultural waste. He holds 13 patents spanning herbal formulations, antimicrobial gels, nanocompositions, bioavailable curcumin technologies, dental care products, wound-healing biomaterials, and nutraceutical innovations. Dr. Brahma Singh has also developed 16 herbal technologies, including anti-fungal gels, polyherbal toothpaste, antioxidant supplements, advanced sanitizers, nanocoatings, anti-acne gels, and herbal hydrogel therapies-15 of which have been successfully transferred to industry.As an active contributor to the scientific community, he has published one edited book, nine book chapters, and serves on editorial boards of reputed journals including Scientific Reports, PLoS ONE, Frontiers in Fungal Biology, and others. His research excellence has been recognized through major scientific awards and fellowships, cementing his leadership in natural product biotechnology, herbal nanomedicine, and translational phytopharmaceutical R&D.

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1. Gupta, S. C., Prateeksha, P., Tripathi, T., Sidhu, O. P., & Singh, B. N. (2025). Assessment of volatile compounds variability among two Commiphora species using gas chromatography coupled with chemometric analysis and their biological activities. Journal of Essential Oil Research. (Accepted). https://doi.org/

2. Singh, B. N., Tabatabaei, M., Pandit, A., Elling, L., & Gupta, V. K. (2024). Emerging advances in glycoengineering of carbohydrates/glycans and their industrial applications. Biotechnology Advances, 72, 108324. https://doi.org/

3. Sharma, V. K., Prateeksha, P., Singh, S. P., Rao, C. V., & Singh, B. N. (2023). Nyctanthes arbor-tristis bioactive extract ameliorates LPS-induced inflammation through the inhibition of NF-κB signalling pathway. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 320, 117382. https://doi.org/

4. Gupta, A., Singh, G. D., Gautam, A., Tripathi, T., Taneja, A. K., Singh, B. N., Roy, R., Sidhu, O. P., Panda, S. K., & Bhatt, A. (2023). Unraveling compositional study, chemometric analysis, and cell-based antioxidant potential of selective high nutraceutical value amaranth cultivars using a GC–MS and NMR-based metabolomics approach. ACS Omega, 8(50). https://doi.org/

5. Jadaun, V., Prateeksha, P., Nailwal, T., & Singh, B. N. (2023). Antioxidant activity and simultaneous estimation of four polyphenolics in different parts of Carica papaya L. by a validated high-performance thin-layer chromatography method. JPC – Journal of Planar Chromatography – Modern TLC, 1–11. https://doi.org/

Yonghui Sun | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Yonghui Sun | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor, Henan Normal University, China

Dr. Yonghui Sun is an accomplished researcher in supramolecular and organic chemistry with a specialization in purely organic room-temperature phosphorescence materials, currently serving as an Associate Professor at the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Henan Normal University, China. He earned his Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from Nankai University in 2023 under the supervision of Prof. Yu Liu, following an M.S. in Organic Chemistry from Henan Normal University (2019) and a B.S. in Chemistry from Anyang Institute of Technology (2016). His professional experience includes academic research and teaching, with a focus on molecular engineering, matrix confinement strategies, macrocyclic chemistry, supramolecular assembly, and artificial transmembrane transport systems. Dr. Yonghui Sun has presented his research at prestigious national and international conferences, including the ISMSC 2024 in Hangzhou and the Asian Cyclodextrin Conference, highlighting his active involvement in global academic exchanges. His research skills encompass advanced molecular design, nanomaterial synthesis and supramolecular interaction analysis, which have led to high-impact publications indexed in Scopus and IEEE, with 9 documents, 303 citations and an h-index of 8. Recognized for his academic promise, Dr. Yonghui Sun has received honors through invited talks and scientific engagement, contributing to the broader chemistry community. In conclusion, his strong educational background, innovative research contributions and growing academic influence establish him as a promising leader in nanotechnology and supramolecular chemistry, with great potential to impact science and society.

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1. Yonghui Sun, Lijuan Liu, Linnan Jiang, Yong Chen, Hengyue Zhang, Xiufang Xu, and Yu Liu, (2023). Unimolecular chiral stepping inversion machine. Journal of the American Chemical Society, 145(28), 16711–16716.

2. Yonghui Sun, Linnan Jiang, Lijuan Liu, Yong Chen, Wen-Wen Xu, Jie Niu, Yuexiu Qin, Xiufang Xu, and Yu Liu, (2023). Two calix[3]phenothiazine-based amorphous pure organic room-temperature phosphorescent supramolecules mediated by guest. Advanced Optical Materials, 11(20), 2300326.

3. Yonghui Sun, Linnan Jiang,Yong Chen, Yu Liu, (2024). In situ crosslink polymerization induced long-lived multicolor supramolecular hydrogel based on modified β-cyclodextrin. Chinese Chemical Letters, 35, 108644.

4. Yonghui Sun, Yong Chen, Linnan Jiang, Xiaoyong Yu, Yuexiu Qin, Shuaipeng Wang, and Yu Liu, (2022). Purely organic blue room-temperature phosphorescence activated by acrylamide in situ photopolymerization. Advanced Optical Materials, 10(24), 2201330.

5. Yonghui Sun, Yong Chen, Xianyin Dai, Yu Liu, (2021). Butyrylcholinesterase responsive supramolecular prodrug with targeted near-infrared cellular imaging property. Asian Journal of Organic Chemistry, 10(12), 3245–3252.