Issouf Fofana | Modeling | Research Excellence Award

Issouf Fofana | Modeling | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Issouf Fofana at Université d’Abobo-Adjamé | Côte d’Ivoire

Fofana Issouf, affiliated with Nangui Abrogoua University, focuses on computational drug design, molecular modeling, and pharmacokinetics-oriented inhibitor development against infectious and non-communicable diseases. His research encompasses structure-based and virtual screening approaches to identify and optimize small-molecule inhibitors targeting key enzymes of pathogens and human disease-relevant proteins. Notably, he has contributed to the development of inhibitors against Mycobacterium tuberculosis, including thymidylate kinase and enoyl-acyl carrier protein reductase, emphasizing favorable pharmacokinetic profiles for enhanced drug-likeness. His work extends to anticancer and antiviral applications, designing molecules targeting E6 papillomavirus proteins and SARS-CoV-2 3-chymotrypsin-like protease, employing in silico optimization and pharmacophore-based virtual screening strategies. Additionally, Fofana has explored the inhibition of human histone deacetylase 8 and acetylcholinesterase, contributing to potential therapeutic interventions for cancer and Alzheimer’s disease, respectively. His integrative approach combines computational chemistry, pharmacokinetics, and molecular docking to accelerate the discovery of bioactive compounds with improved efficacy and safety. Overall, his research demonstrates a consistent commitment to applying in silico methodologies for rational drug design, aiming to translate computational insights into effective therapeutic candidates against infectious, neurodegenerative, and oncological targets.

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Costel Pleşcan | Properties and Performance | Research Excellence Award

Costel Pleşcan | Properties and Performance | Research Excellence Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Costel Pleşcan at Transilvania University | Romania

Costel Pleşcan is a researcher affiliated with Universitatea Transilvania din Brașov whose scholarly work focuses on higher education in construction-related disciplines, with particular attention to educational adaptation, pedagogical innovation, and entrepreneurial training. With 11 published documents, 48 citations, and an h-index of 4, his research demonstrates a growing and focused impact within the fields of engineering education and applied educational studies. A central theme of his work is the transformation of university education in response to systemic challenges, most notably examined through his recent open-access publication on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on construction education. In this research, he analyzes how universities adapted teaching, learning, and assessment processes during periods of disruption, highlighting both the challenges faced and the innovative strategies adopted to sustain educational quality. His work places strong emphasis on entrepreneurial training for construction students, recognizing the importance of equipping future professionals with adaptive skills, innovation capacity, and practical problem-solving abilities in uncertain economic and social contexts. By exploring curriculum adjustments, digital learning environments, and institutional responses, his research contributes to a deeper understanding of resilience and modernization in engineering and construction education. Costel Pleşcan’s scholarly output reflects an interdisciplinary orientation, bridging technical education, pedagogy, and entrepreneurship, and aligning academic training with labor market and industry needs. Overall, his research supports the development of flexible, student-centered, and innovation-driven educational models, offering valuable insights for educators, academic leaders, and policymakers seeking to strengthen construction and engineering education in times of rapid change and global uncertainty.

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Syarifah Inayati | Modeling | Research Excellence Award

Syarifah Inayati | Modeling | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Syarifah Inayati at Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta | Indonesia

Syarifah Inayati is an academic researcher at Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta with expertise in statistics, mathematical finance, and optimization, and a scholarly record that demonstrates strong engagement with advanced quantitative modeling and applied statistical analysis. Her research primarily focuses on time series modeling, particularly Markov Switching Autoregressive (MSAR) and Bayesian time-varying parameter models, which she applies to dynamic economic forecasting and financial market analysis. Several of her studies address financial risk and investment analysis, including stock market contagion between Indonesia and the United States, portfolio analysis using Gaussian mixture distributions with expectation–maximization algorithms, and risk measurement through Value at Risk methods under Bayesian mixture frameworks. Beyond financial applications, she has made notable contributions to socio-economic and public policy research, such as forecasting BPJS health insurance beneficiaries using fuzzy time series methods and modeling the Human Development Index of Central Java using three-parameter gamma regression. Her work in optimization includes nonlinear multiobjective optimization problems solved through Pareto front and weighting approaches, demonstrating methodological depth and versatility. In addition to theoretical and applied research, Syarifah Inayati is actively involved in community service and capacity building, contributing to workshops and training programs on nonparametric analysis, factor analysis, logistic regression, and statistical methods for social sciences and education. With 39 citations, an h-index of 4, and consistent citation growth since 2020, her research reflects a balanced integration of rigorous statistical methodology, interdisciplinary collaboration, and practical relevance. Overall, her scholarly contributions strengthen the application of modern statistical and econometric techniques in finance, economics, public policy, and applied mathematics, while also supporting knowledge dissemination through educational and community-oriented initiatives.

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Rajeshreebhye Mahadea Nemdharry | Environmental effects | Research Excellence Award

Rajeshreebhye Mahadea Nemdharry | Environmental effects | Research Excellence Award

Mrs. Rajeshreebhye Mahadea Nemdharry at Mauritius Sugarcane Industry Research Institute (MSIRI) | Mauritius

Rajeshreebhye Mahadea-Nemdharry is a researcher affiliated with the Mauritius Cane Industry Authority, Reduit, Mauritius, with a growing scholarly presence in geospatial and land-use studies relevant to sustainable development. According to Scopus records, she has authored two research documents and currently holds an h-index of 1, with one citation received from a single citing document. Her 2025 publication in Spatial Information Research, titled “Development implications of land cover change in Mauritius: a multi-temporal geospatial analysis of sugarcane contraction and built-up area expansion,” provides a focused and policy-relevant examination of land-cover dynamics in Mauritius. The study employs multi-temporal geospatial analysis to investigate the contraction of sugarcane cultivation alongside the expansion of built-up areas, highlighting how economic development, urbanization, and changing land-use priorities are reshaping the island’s traditional agricultural landscape. By integrating spatial data across time, the research offers insights into the environmental, economic, and developmental consequences of declining sugarcane areas, a sector historically central to Mauritius’ economy. The findings underscore the need for balanced land-use planning that supports urban growth while safeguarding agricultural sustainability and environmental integrity. Overall, Mahadea-Nemdharry’s work contributes valuable evidence for policymakers, planners, and researchers concerned with land-use change, agricultural transformation, and sustainable development in small island contexts such as Mauritius.

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Somia Abbas | Renewable Energy | Research Excellence Award

Somia Abbas | Renewable Energy | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Somia Abbas at National Research Centre (NRC) | Egypt

Yi Yang, affiliated with Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China, is a leading clinician-scientist specializing in neurorestoration, disorders of consciousness (DoC), and neuromodulation therapies. His research emphasizes understanding neural mechanisms underlying consciousness, motor function recovery, and brain network plasticity following brainstem injury, stroke, and other neurological disorders. Yi Yang integrates advanced neuroimaging, electroencephalography (EEG), functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS), and brain-computer interface (BCI) technologies to quantify motor intention, assess consciousness levels, and develop targeted rehabilitation strategies for patients with cognitive and motor impairments. He has made significant contributions to clinical translation of neuromodulation approaches, including epidural spinal cord stimulation and repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation, demonstrating improvements in motor recovery and hemodynamic responses. His work also includes clinical diagnostic and therapeutic guidelines for ischemic stroke neurorestoration, highlighting his role in evidence-based clinical practice. Yi Yang has authored 98 Scopus-indexed publications, accumulating 1,370 citations with an h-index of 22, demonstrating both scientific impact and clinical relevance. Key studies include multimodal BCI applications for motor intention quantization, thalamic burst and tonic firing as biomarkers of consciousness, and cerebral neurovascular networks as potential targets for DoC interventions. His research advances neural plasticity understanding, supports personalized neurorestorative therapies, and aims to enhance functional recovery and quality of life for patients with severe neurological conditions.

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Nouman Rasool | Coatings | Research Excellence Award

Nouman Rasool | Coatings | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Nouman Rasool at China West Normal University | China

Rasool Nouman is an emerging interdisciplinary researcher at China West Normal University, Nanchong, China, whose work bridges advanced engineering design, applied physics, and thermal–energy systems. With 24 Scopus-indexed publications, 168 citations, and an h-index of 7, his research demonstrates steady impact across materials, devices, and process engineering domains. A significant strand of his recent work focuses on high-performance, application-oriented component design, exemplified by his 2025 open-access study in Micromachines on a solar-cell-compatible super-wideband flexible transparent antenna. This research addresses critical challenges in next-generation wireless and photovoltaic-integrated systems by optimizing antenna transparency, flexibility, bandwidth, and axial ratio performance, enabling seamless integration into wearable, IoT, and energy-harvesting platforms. Complementing this, his publication in Thermal Science and Engineering Progress presents an experimental and numerical investigation of heat and mass transfer during microwave drying of Zanthoxylum bungeanum, combining modeling accuracy with practical process optimization. This work contributes valuable insights into energy-efficient drying technologies, quality preservation, and scalable food-processing solutions. Across his publications, Rasool Nouman consistently applies numerical simulation, experimental validation, and design optimization to solve real-world engineering problems. His research is characterized by cross-disciplinary relevance, linking materials behavior, component functionality, and system-level performance. Collectively, his contributions support advances in sustainable energy devices, smart materials integration, and efficient thermal processes, positioning him as a researcher whose work aligns strongly with modern demands for innovative, scalable, and application-driven engineering solutions.

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Ahmed Hashem | Design of Materials and Components | Outstanding Scientist Award

Ahmed Hashem | Design of Materials and Components | Outstanding Scientist Award

Prof. Ahmed Hashem at National Research Centre (NRC) | Egypt

Ahmed M. Hashem is a Professor of Inorganic Chemistry at the National Research Center, Cairo, Egypt, specializing in the development of advanced materials for energy storage applications. His research focuses on lithium-ion batteries, exploring both anode and cathode materials, including Co-free Ni-rich layered oxides, ilmenite, and molybdenum disulfide nanoparticles. He has extensively investigated the electrochemical behavior, structural properties, and enhanced capacity mechanisms of transition metal oxide electrodes. Hashem also works on green synthesis approaches for metal and metal oxide nanoparticles and their composites, targeting high-performance supercapacitors and sustainable energy storage solutions. His studies integrate material modification, doping strategies, and nanostructuring to improve energy density, stability, and environmental compatibility. Overall, his work bridges fundamental inorganic chemistry and applied electrochemical energy research, contributing significantly to next-generation battery technologies.

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Integrated Lithium-Rich Layered Cathode Nanomaterials for High-Performance Lithium-Ion Batteries

International Journal of Molecular Sciences, Vol. 26(3), Article 1346, 2025

Yi Yang | Interface Technologies | Research Excellence Award

Yi Yang | Interface Technologies | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Yi Yang at Capital Medical University | China

Yi Yang, affiliated with Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China, is a leading clinician-scientist specializing in neurorestoration, disorders of consciousness (DoC), and neuromodulation therapies. His research emphasizes understanding neural mechanisms underlying consciousness, motor function recovery, and brain network plasticity following brainstem injury, stroke, and other neurological disorders. Yi Yang integrates advanced neuroimaging, electroencephalography (EEG), functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS), and brain-computer interface (BCI) technologies to quantify motor intention, assess consciousness levels, and develop targeted rehabilitation strategies for patients with cognitive and motor impairments. He has made significant contributions to clinical translation of neuromodulation approaches, including epidural spinal cord stimulation and repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation, demonstrating improvements in motor recovery and hemodynamic responses. His work also includes clinical diagnostic and therapeutic guidelines for ischemic stroke neurorestoration, highlighting his role in evidence-based clinical practice. Yi Yang has authored 98 Scopus-indexed publications, accumulating 1,370 citations with an h-index of 22, demonstrating both scientific impact and clinical relevance. Key studies include multimodal BCI applications for motor intention quantization, thalamic burst and tonic firing as biomarkers of consciousness, and cerebral neurovascular networks as potential targets for DoC interventions. His research advances neural plasticity understanding, supports personalized neurorestorative therapies, and aims to enhance functional recovery and quality of life for patients with severe neurological conditions.

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Wenxia Liu | Polymer Matrix composites | Research Excellence Award

Wenxia Liu | Polymer Matrix composites | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Wenxia Liu at Qilu University of Technology | China

Liu Wenxia is an Associate researcher at Qilu University of Technology, Jinan, China, specializing in advanced functional and bio-based materials. Her research focuses on hydrogels, aerogels, and nano/micro-structured composite materials, integrating conductive networks, nanocarbons, MXenes, graphene oxide, and metal-ion crosslinking strategies. She develops sustainable materials for applications in wearable and flexible sensors, strain sensing, energy harvesting and storage, EMI shielding, antibacterial systems, and smart packaging. Liu Wenxia has authored 125 Scopus-indexed publications, reflecting strong interdisciplinary contributions across materials science and chemical engineering. Her work has received significant global recognition, with 3,809 citations from 3,031 documents and an h-index of 33.

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Wu Wei | Properties and Performance | Research Excellence Award

Wu Wei | Properties and Performance | Research Excellence Award

Ms. Wu Wei at University of Shanghai for Science & Technology | China

Wu Wei is a researcher at the University of Shanghai for Science & Technology, China, with expertise in biomechanics, bio-inspired materials, and structural mechanics. Her research focuses on understanding the mechanical behavior of insect wings, particularly the combined influence of wrinkled vein structures and nanomechanical properties on hind wing deformation. By integrating experimental observations with analytical modeling, her work reveals the design principles that govern lightweight, flexible, and resilient biological structures. These studies advance knowledge in functional morphology and offer valuable guidance for translating natural structural strategies into engineered systems. Her research has significant interdisciplinary applications, including micro-robotics, biomimetic materials, flexible mechanical systems, and aerospace-inspired designs. With multiple publications and a growing citation record, Wu Wei’s work continues to contribute to both fundamental science and innovative engineering solutions, bridging biological insights with practical technological development.

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