Jun Peng | Big Data Analysis | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Jun Peng | Big Data Analysis | Best Researcher Award

Professor | Ningbo University | China

Prof. Jun Peng is a distinguished scholar in the field of educational technology with expertise in big data in education, artificial intelligence in learning, blended learning, and curriculum design. He earned his PhD in Education from the University of Hong Kong and has built a strong academic career through teaching, research, and international collaborations. Currently serving as a professor and doctoral supervisor at Ningbo University, he has also contributed to the University of Hong Kong and the City University of Macau in research and teaching capacities. His professional experience includes leading several funded projects across China and Macau, with a focus on AI integration in education and innovative digital learning models. His research interests span online learning environments, project-based education, and sustainable approaches to technology-enhanced learning, reflected in numerous publications in leading SSCI, SCI, and Scopus-indexed journals such as Computers & Education, Education and Information Technologies, and Sustainability. Recognized with multiple commendations for research excellence, he has also received awards for educational innovation and course design. Prof. Peng is active in academic service as an editorial board member, peer reviewer for reputed journals, and keynote speaker at international conferences. His research skills include quantitative and qualitative analysis, big data applications, machine learning for education, and curriculum development. With a proven record of impactful research, leadership, and mentoring, he continues to advance the field of educational technology while contributing to the global academic community.

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Featured Publications

1.Shu, X., Peng, J., & Wang, G. (2023). Deciding alone or with others: Employment anxiety and social distance predict intuitiveness in career decision making. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 20(2), 1484.
2. Su, B., & Peng, J. (2023). Sentiment analysis of comment texts on online courses based on hierarchical attention mechanism. Applied Sciences, 13(7), 4204.
3. Zhou, J., Ran, F., Li, G., Peng, J., Li, K., & Wang, Z. (2022). Classroom learning status assessment based on deep learning. Mathematical Problems in Engineering, 2022, 7049458.
4. Peng, J., Yuan, B., Sun, M., Jiang, M., & Wang, M. (2022). Computer-based scaffolding for sustainable project-based learning: Impact on high- and low-achieving students. Sustainability, 14(19), 12907.
5. Li, Y., & Peng, J. (2022). Evaluation of expressive arts therapy on the resilience of university students in COVID-19: A network analysis approach. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 19(13), 7658.

Venus Haghighi | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. Venus Haghighi | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

Research Associate | Macquarie University | Australia

Mrs. Venus Haghighi is a final-year PhD candidate in Computer Science at Macquarie University, Sydney, focusing on artificial intelligence, data science, and graph learning techniques for fraud detection in complex networks. She holds a master’s degree in Computer Engineering from Isfahan University of Technology, where she worked on mobile cloud computing, and a bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering from Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman, where she researched AES cryptography. Her professional experience includes serving as a data science researcher at the Intelligent Computing Laboratory, where she develops advanced graph neural networks, hypergraph models, and large language model enhanced frameworks for detecting camouflaged malicious actors. She has also contributed as a sessional teaching associate in both the School of Computing and the Business School at Macquarie University, teaching subjects such as cybersecurity, data science, and information systems. Her research interests span graph neural networks, hypergraph learning, graph transformer networks, graph representation learning, and the integration of LLMs with graph-based methods for real-world applications. She has published in leading venues such as IEEE ICDM, ACM WSDM, ACM CIKM, IJCAI, and ACM Web Conference, along with journal contributions in IEEE Transactions and IEEE Access. Her achievements include the Google Conference Travel Grant, HDR Research Rising Star Award, 3MT Thesis Competition recognition, DF-CRC PhD Top-Up Scholarship, and the Pro-Vice Chancellor Research Excellence Scholarship. She is skilled in Python, PyTorch, PyTorch Geometric, Deep Graph Library, data visualization, and advanced AI model design. Her research impact is evidenced by 150 citations across 13 documents with an h-index of 4.

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Featured Publications

1. Soltani, B., Haghighi, V., Mahmood, A., Sheng, Q. Z., & Yao, L. (2022). A survey on participant selection for federated learning in mobile networks. Proceedings of the 17th ACM Workshop on Mobility in the Evolving Internet Architecture (MobiArch).

2. Haghighi, V., & Moayedian, N. S. (2018). An offloading strategy in mobile cloud computing considering energy and delay constraints. IEEE Access, 6, 11849–11861.

3. Shabani, N., Wu, J., Beheshti, A., Sheng, Q. Z., Foo, J., Haghighi, V., Hanif, A., & … (2024). A comprehensive survey on graph summarization with graph neural networks. IEEE Transactions on Artificial Intelligence, 5(8), 3780–3800.

4. Soltani, B., Zhou, Y., Haghighi, V., & Lui, J. (2023). A survey of federated evaluation in federated learning. Proceedings of the Thirty-Second International Joint Conference on Artificial Intelligence (IJCAI).

5. Shabani, N., Beheshti, A., Jolfaei, A., Wu, J., Haghighi, V., Najafabadi, M. K., & Foo, J. (2024). Attention-based graph summarization for large-scale information retrieval. IEEE Transactions on Consumer Electronics, 70(3), 6224–6235.

Nashwa Amin | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Nashwa Amin | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Postdoctoral Fellow | Aswan University | Egypt

Dr. Nashwa Amin candidate is an experienced academic with over fourteen years of teaching and research in zoology, cell biology, and neuroscience, with appointments at Aswan University, Egypt, and Zhejiang University, China. Their educational background includes a PhD in cell biology from Zhejiang University, an MSc in zoology, and a BSc with honors in science from Aswan University. Professionally, they have served as a lecturer, assistant lecturer, postdoctoral research associate, and research fellow, contributing to both teaching and advanced research in neuroscience and neurodegenerative diseases. Their research interests focus on developing new therapeutic strategies for ischemic stroke, depression, and other neurological disorders, with emphasis on neuroprotective mechanisms and translational medicine. They have actively contributed to national and international research projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and have published widely in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals indexed in Scopus and Web of Science. Recognized with scientific publishing awards from Aswan University, the candidate has also demonstrated strong research skills in both in vivo and in vitro experimental models, molecular and cellular techniques, and advanced neurobehavioral analysis. With a solid track record of academic service, mentorship, and community involvement, they continue to make meaningful contributions to science and higher education. The research profile further reflects measurable impact, with 310 citations by 299 documents, 21 publications, and an h-index of 12.

Profiles: ORCID | Scopus

Featured Publications

1.  Amin, N., Wu, F., Zhao, B.-X., Shi, Z., Abdelsadik, A., Younis, A. E., Abbasi, I. N., Sundus, J., Hussein, A. B., Geng, Y., & others. (2025). Hif-1α ablation reduces the efficiency of NeuroD1 gene-based therapy and aggravates the brain damage following ischemic stroke. Expert Opinion on Drug Delivery.

2. Fang, Z., Shen, G., Lou, C., Botchway, B. O. A., Lu, Q., Yang, Q., & Amin, N. (2024). Neuroprotective effect of triptolide on neuronal inflammation in rats with mild brain injury. IBRO Neuroscience Reports.

3. Wang, Y., Fang, M., Ren, Q., Qi, W., Bai, X., Amin, N., Zhang, X., Li, Z., & Zhang, L. (2024). Sox17 protects human brain microvascular endothelial cells from AngII-induced injury by regulating autophagy and apoptosis. Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry.

4. Amin, N., Abbasi, I. N., Wu, F., Shi, Z., Sundus, J., Badry, A., Yuan, X., Zhao, B.-X., Pan, J., Mi, X.-D., & others. (2024). The Janus face of HIF-1α in ischemic stroke and the possible associated pathways. Neurochemistry International.

5. Zhao, B., Zhang, S., Amin, N., Pan, J., Wu, F., Shen, G., Tan, M., Shi, Z., & Geng, Y. (2024). Thymoquinone regulates microglial M1/M2 polarization after cerebral ischemia-reperfusion injury via the TLR4 signaling pathway. NeuroToxicology.

Mahbubeh Tangestani | Monitoring Environmental contaminants | Breakthrough Research Award

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Ms. Mahbubeh Tangestani | Monitoring Environmental contaminants | Breakthrough Research Award

Researcher | Addiction and Lifestyle Research Center of Bushehr University | Iran

Ms.  Mahbubeh Tangestani is an Iranian researcher in Environmental Health Engineering with strong expertise in air pollution, human biomonitoring, exposure assessment, and environmental epidemiology. She completed her Master of Science in Environmental Health Engineering at Iran University of Medical Sciences with top academic ranking, and her Bachelor degree in the same field at Bushehr University of Medical Sciences, both with outstanding GPAs. Her professional experience includes roles as a process engineer in wastewater treatment plant design, an environmental health auditor, and currently as an environmental health assessor at the Addiction and Lifestyle Research Center of Bushehr University of Medical Sciences. Her research interests focus on indoor and outdoor air quality, risk assessment, air pollution modeling, and health impact assessment, with publications in high-impact journals such as Scientific Reports, Journal of Hazardous Materials Advances, Environmental Research, and Marine Pollution Bulletin. She has presented her work at national and international conferences and has contributed to collaborative studies addressing environmental pollutants, microplastics, fluoride exposure, and bioaerosols in healthcare settings. She has received several honors including recognition as a distinguished student and selected researcher at Bushehr University of Medical Sciences, and she has played a leadership role as a founding board member of the Environmental Health Association at Iran University of Medical Sciences. Her technical expertise spans laboratory analysis, exposure monitoring, microbial culture, data modeling, and risk analysis, supported by proficiency in specialized software and project management. She has 442 citations by 340 documents, 17 publications, and an h-index of 6.

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Featured Publications

1.Akhbarizadeh, R., Dobaradaran, S., Nabipour, I., Tangestani, M., Abedi, D., & … (2021). Abandoned Covid-19 personal protective equipment along the Bushehr shores, the Persian Gulf: An emerging source of secondary microplastics in coastlines. Marine Pollution Bulletin, 168, 112386.

2.De-la-Torre, G. E., Dioses-Salinas, D. C., Dobaradaran, S., Spitz, J., Nabipour, I., & … (2022). Release of phthalate esters (PAEs) and microplastics (MPs) from face masks and gloves during the COVID-19 pandemic. Environmental Research, 215, 114337.

3.Dobaradaran, S., Akhbarizadeh, R., Mohammadi, M. J., Izadi, A., Keshtkar, M., & … (2020). Determination of phthalates in bottled milk by a modified nano adsorbent: Presence, effects of fat and storage time, and implications for human health. Microchemical Journal, 159, 105516.

4.Tangestani, M., Naeimi, B., Dobaradaran, S., Keshtkar, M., Salehpour, P., & … (2022). Biosorption of fluoride from aqueous solutions by Rhizopus oryzae: Isotherm and kinetic evaluation. Environmental Progress & Sustainable Energy, 41(1), e13725.

5.Jamali, M., Dobaradaran, S., Mahvi, A. H., Raeisi, A., Tangestani, M., Saeed, R., & … (2020). Assessing the non-carcinogenic risk due to the intake of fluoride from fruit juice available in the market in Bushehr. Fluoride, 53(1), 136–153.

Reihaneh Sadeghian | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Reihaneh Sadeghian | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor of Physiology | Kerman University of Medical Sciences | Iran

Dr. Reihaneh Sadeghian is an accomplished researcher and Assistant Professor of Neurophysiology at Kerman University of Medical Sciences, specializing in neurophysiology, pharmacology, and translational medicine. She completed her academic journey with a PhD in Neurophysiology from Hamadan University of Medical Sciences, building on her strong foundation in physiology and medical sciences. With extensive teaching and mentoring experience, she has supervised numerous MD and postgraduate theses while contributing to the advancement of medical education. Her professional career includes significant roles in both research and academia, where she has collaborated on national and international projects such as global burden of disease studies. Her research interests focus on addiction, neurodegenerative diseases, oxidative stress, diabetes, exercise physiology, and the development of novel therapeutic strategies, often integrating molecular biology and clinical applications. She has published nearly 50 peer-reviewed articles in reputed journals like The Lancet, Heliyon, Talanta, and Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy, many indexed in Scopus and Web of Science, and has actively presented her work in international conferences. Dr. Sadeghian is a member of professional societies including IBRO, the Iranian Neuroscience Society, and the Iranian Society of Physiology and Pharmacology, and has been recognized for her contributions to scientific research and academic service. Her research skills include animal modeling, molecular and biochemical analysis, clinical collaborations, and interdisciplinary integration of neuroscience with pharmacology and medical technology. She has demonstrated strong leadership in guiding young researchers, advancing scientific knowledge, and fostering collaboration. Her scholarly influence is highlighted by 999 citations from 909 documents across 37 publications with an h-index of 14.

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Featured Publications

1.Abdollahi, N., Hatami, H., Shanehbandi, D., Shabani, M., & Sadeghian, R. (2024). Long-term treatment with buprenorphine increased TLR1 receptor expression in methamphetamine rats’ brainstems. Journal of Advances in Medical and Biomedical Research, 32(150), 9.

2.Khajehnasiri, N., Hosseini, M., Piraki, P., Ghowsi, M., Rahbarnia, L., Habibi, P., & Sadeghian, R. (2023). Diverse long-term exercise intensity effects on appetite and body weight regulation: Arcuate Neuropeptide-Y and Proopiomelanocortin gene function. Physiology and Pharmacology, 27(4), 417.

3.Shahidi, S., Rafiee, H., Sohrabi, S., Mohebi, N., Jahani, M., Sohrabi, F., Hakhamaneshi, E., Azar, S. M., Komaki, A., Afshar, S., & Sadeghian, R. (2023). Effects of swimming exercise during pre-adolescence on learning and memory in adult rats: Behavioral and electrophysiological approaches. Physiology and Pharmacology, 27(2), 6.

4.Farzadfar, F., Naghavi, M., Sepanlou, S. G., Saeedi Moghaddam, S., Dangel, W. J., Davis Weaver, N., Aminorroaya, A., Azadnajafabad, S., Koolaji, S., Mohammadi, E., … Sadeghian, R. (2022). Health system performance in Iran: A systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2019. The Lancet, 399(10335), 1877–1895.

5.Kholghi, A., Hatami, H., Khajehnasiri, N., & Sadeghian, R. (2022). Intraperitoneal injection of buprenorphine on anxiety-like behavior and alteration in expression of Gfap and Nrf2 in methamphetamine treated rats. Veterinary Research Forum, 13(2), 311–318.

Mehdi Ajalli | Decision Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Mehdi Ajalli | Decision Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Faculty member | Bu-Ali Sina University | Iran

Dr. Mehdi Ajalli is an accomplished researcher and Assistant Professor in the Department of Management at Bu-Ali Sina University, specializing in industrial engineering, industrial management, and supply chain management, with particular expertise in decision-making techniques and fuzzy logic. He earned his Ph.D. and postdoctoral degree in industrial management from the University of Tehran and has been actively involved in research projects, including international collaborations. His professional experience includes teaching, mentorship, and academic leadership roles, contributing to student development and university initiatives. Dr. Ajalli has published more than 150 articles in prestigious journals indexed by Scopus, ScienceDirect, Springer, and ISC, and has presented his research at international conferences across Europe and Asia. His research interests focus on supply chain optimization, industrial management, and decision-making frameworks, integrating practical and theoretical approaches. He is recognized as a member of the National Foundation for Elites and Brilliant Talents of Iran and actively participates in academic and professional communities. His research skills encompass data analysis, modeling, decision analytics, and fuzzy logic applications, enabling him to address complex industrial and management challenges. His work has garnered 72 citations across 18 documents, with an h-index of 5, reflecting the recognition and impact of his contributions within the academic community.

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Featured Publication

1.A hybrid approach of CFA-FAHP-SWARA-ARAS for evaluating the readiness criteria of zinc industry green suppliers in blockchain technology adopting.

Liliana Aguilar-Marcelino | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Women Researcher Award

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Dr. Liliana Aguilar Marcelino | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Women Researcher Award

Lider De Investigacion | Instituto Nacional de Investigaciones Forestales Agricolas y Pecuarias | Mexico

Dr. Liliana Aguilar Marcelino is an experienced researcher in parasitology, biotechnology, and veterinary sciences with a strong academic and professional background. She completed her Licenciatura in Biology at Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos, followed by a Master’s degree in Animal Parasitology at the same university, and a Doctorate in Ciencias with specialization in Recursos Genéticos y Productividad, Ganadería at Colegio de Postgraduados. She has served as an Investigadora Titular “C” at INIFAP, where she leads projects on parasitic diseases, edible mushrooms, and biological control methods, and also contributes as a postgraduate professor at UAEM in courses related to biocontrol and biotechnology. Her research interests focus on sustainable parasitology, animal health, biotechnological applications of fungi, and the development of eco-friendly alternatives for parasite management. She has received multiple distinctions, including the Medalla Emiliano Zapata Salazar and recognition from CONACYT as Investigador Nacional Nivel 2. Her professional contributions also extend to international collaborations, editorial roles, and leadership positions such as treasurer of the Sociedad Mexicana de Parasitólogos Veterinarios. With strong research skills in molecular biology, metabolomics, bioinformatics, and biotechnological innovation, she has authored impactful publications in journals like Helminthologia, Heliyon, Acta Tropica, and World Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology. She has also been actively engaged in mentoring, scientific communication, and global research networks. Her academic influence and societal contributions are reflected in 1,082 citations by 103 documents and an h-index of 20.

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Featured Publications

1.Castañeda-Ramírez, G. S., López-Guillén, G., Aguilar-Marcelino, L., Siu-Rivas, A., & Cruz-López, L. (2024). Insecticidal effect of metabolites identified in edible mushrooms against Rhyssomatus nigerrimus Fahraeus. Brazilian Journal of Biology.

2.Pineda-Alegría, J. A., Peña-Rodríguez, L. M., Cardoso-Taketa, A., Sánchez, J. E., Torres-Acosta, J. F. de J., Hernández-Bolio, G. I., Ortiz-Caltempa, A., Villarreal, M. L., & Aguilar-Marcelino, L. (2024). 1H-NMR metabolomic study of the mushroom Pleurotus djamor for the identification of nematocidal compounds. Pharmaceuticals, 17(5), 580.

3.Aguilar-Marcelino, L., Torres-Acosta, J. F. J., Sandoval-Castro, C. A., Sánchez, J. E., González-Cortazar, M., Mancilla-Montelongo, M. G., González-Pech, P. G., Pineda-Alegría, J. A., Ventura-Cordero, J., & Castañeda-Ramírez, G. S. (2023). Research on chemical compounds from edible mushrooms for the control of gastrointestinal nematodes and phytoparasites. Tropical and Subtropical Agroecosystems, 26(3), e4611.

4.Cruz-Vázquez, C., Maldonado-López, L., Vitela-Mendoza, I., Medina-Esparza, L., Aguilar-Marcelino, L., & de Velasco-Reyes, I. (2023). Seroprevalence of Toxoplasma gondii infection and associated risk factors in different populations of dogs from Aguascalientes, Mexico. Acta Parasitologica, 68(3), 1043–1051.

5.García Rubio, V. G., Aguilar Marcelino, L., Andrade Gallegos, R. H., Sánchez Vázquez, J. E., & Ojeda Carrasco, J. J. (2023). Propiedades nutracéuticas de Pleurotus spp.: Aplicaciones en la ovinocultura en la Región de Amecameca. Revista de Iniciación Científica, 9(1), 3548.

Laiba Shafique | Biology and Life Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Laiba Shafique | Biology and Life Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Researcher | Beibu Gulf University | China

Dr. Laiba Shafique is a dedicated researcher in animal breeding, genetics, and aquaculture with a focus on fish nutrition, antibiotic resistance, molecular genetics, and nanotechnology-based feed formulations. She completed her PhD in Animal Breeding, Genetics, and Reproduction from Guangxi University, China, building on her earlier academic background in zoology and education that provided her with strong multidisciplinary expertise. Her professional experience includes leading and contributing to nationally funded research projects and international collaborations with institutions in China and Indonesia, reflecting her ability to strengthen cross-border scientific networks. Her research interests span aquaculture genetics, sustainable feed development, molecular biology applications, and strategies to improve fish health and productivity. She has published extensively in reputed SCI and Scopus-indexed journals such as Animals, Genes, Molecular Biotechnology, and National Science Review, and has taken on editorial responsibilities as Assistant Guest Editor for Genes (MDPI) and Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Zoology and Systematics. She has been recognized with research grants and collaborative projects that demonstrate both her research leadership and her ability to contribute to impactful advancements in aquaculture. Her core research skills include molecular biology techniques, genetic analysis, aquafeed formulation, and the integration of innovative nanotechnologies in aquaculture systems to improve sustainability and efficiency. She is committed to mentoring young researchers, promoting international cooperation, and advancing sustainable solutions for global aquaculture challenges. Her academic impact is further evidenced by 548 citations by 47 documents with an h-index of 9.

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Featured Publications

1.Impact of zinc supplementation on growth, antioxidant status, and physiological health of Cyprinus carpio  Evaluating the optimal dietary zinc requirements. Aquaculture Reports. Advance online publication.

2. Study of accumulation and human health risk assessment of trace elements in Nile tilapia . International Journal of Environmental Science and Technology. Advance online publication.

3.Evolution and comparative genomics of the transforming growth factor-β-related proteins in Nile tilapia. Molecular Biotechnology. Advance online publication.

4.Molecular characterization of doublesex and Mab-3 (DMRT) gene family in Ctenopharyngodon idella. Journal of Applied Genetics. Advance online publication.

Jie Zou | Sensors | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Jie Zou | Sensors | Best Researcher Award

Professor | Ningbo University | China

Dr. Jie Zou is a dedicated researcher in the field of electrochemical gas sensors and battery safety, with significant contributions to MEMS-based hydrogen sensors and solid-state electrolyte technologies. He earned his Ph.D. in Communication and Information Engineering from Ningbo University with joint doctoral training at the Shanghai Institute of Ceramics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, following his master’s in communication and information systems and bachelor’s in applied physics at Ningbo University. His professional journey includes roles as an engineer in the automotive sensor industry, assistant professor, and later professor at Ningbo University, along with postdoctoral research at the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China and a visiting scholar position at the Georgia Institute of Technology. His research interests cover electrochemical gas sensors, hydrogen safety in lithium-ion batteries, and solid oxide fuel cell materials. He has led several funded research projects supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China, Zhejiang Provincial funding, and the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation, focusing on innovative approaches to gas sensing and energy applications. His work has been widely published in high-impact journals such as Sensors and Actuators B, International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, IEEE Sensors Journal, and ACS Applied Nano Materials, demonstrating both theoretical advancements and applied outcomes. Dr. Zou has been recognized for his leadership in guiding students, fostering collaborations, and contributing to sensor technologies that address industrial and environmental challenges. His strong research skills in electrochemistry, MEMS fabrication, and materials characterization highlight his technical expertise, with citations exceeding 10.

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Featured Publications

1.Hu, H., Zou, J., Shan, L., Jiang, X., Ni, Y., Li, X., Qian, X., Chen, W., Zhou, Y., Zhang, W., et al. (2023). Conductivities in yttrium-doped barium zirconate: A first-principles study.

2.Li, Y., Hu, H., Zhang, W., Tian, Z., Jiang, X., Wang, Y., Zhang, S., Zhang, Q., Jian, J., & Zou, J. (2022). Theoretical study on the electrochemical catalytic activity of Au-doped Pt electrode for nitrogen monoxide.

Carolyn Thomas | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Carolyn Thomas | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Carolyn Thomas | University of Dundee | United Kingdom

Ms. Carolyn Thomas is a final-year medical student at the University of Dundee, School of Medicine, pursuing her MBChB with distinction and maintaining a strong academic record across five years of study. Since beginning her training in 2020, she has built a comprehensive foundation in clinical medicine, enriched by research, teaching, and leadership contributions to the academic community. Her education includes consistently high performance in Student Selected Components (SSCs), where she explored healthcare inequalities, general practice, surgery, and eating disorders, gaining insight into critical issues such as inequalities faced by transgender individuals, the importance of data literacy in primary care, and the psychosocial complexities of eating disorders. Clinical placements across the NHS Highlands, Tayside, and Aberdeen expanded her understanding of multidisciplinary care, specialty pathways, and biopsychosocial approaches to treatment, while nurturing her interest in psychiatry, adolescent health, and medical education. Alongside her clinical training, Carolyn has developed a strong research portfolio spanning surveys, audits, ethnographic studies, and systematic reviews. Her contributions include a survey on adherence to FSRH contraception guidelines in epilepsy patients, a focused ethnographic study on international medical students’ psychological safety in feedback episodes published in BMC Medical Education (2024), and two systematic reviews on secure care for young people   one published in Children and Youth Services Review (2025) and another forthcoming in late 2025. These projects positioned her work to inform adolescent mental health policy and the development of Scotland’s Foxgrove Unit. Recognized for both academic and extracurricular excellence, Carolyn was shortlisted for the Ronald Harden Prize, received the Principal’s Commendation for teaching Gateway to Medicine students, and earned top distinctions in oral presentations, including winning at the Beacon Academy Bridging Gaps 2024 and placing third at the SODECS Annual Scientific Meeting. She also graduated with First-Class Honours and holds Associate Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (AFHEA), affirming her commitment to medical education and leadership. Her research skills encompass critical thinking, digital literacy, qualitative synthesis, literature review, and audit methodologies, with particular expertise in ethnographic fieldwork and systematic analysis. Combining clinical training, teaching, and scholarly achievement, Carolyn embodies the qualities of a clinician-scholar dedicated to advancing healthcare delivery, education, and outcomes for vulnerable populations.

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Featured Publications

Hu, H., Zou, J., Shan, L., Jiang, X., Ni, Y., Li, X., Qian, X., Chen, W., Zhou, Y., & Zhang, W. (2025). Exploring staff perspectives of working in secure care accommodation for young people: A systematic review of qualitative research.