Prof. Dr. GIANLUIGI BACCHETTA | Plant biology | Lifetime achievement Award

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Prof. Dr. GIANLUIGI BACCHETTA | Plant biology | Lifetime achievement Award

Prof. Dr. GIANLUIGI BACCHETTA , University of Cagliari, Italy

Gianluigi Bacchetta 🌿 is a Full Professor at the University of Cagliari, Italy, and Adjunct Professor at the University of Tehran 🇮🇷. A renowned expert in plant biology and Mediterranean biodiversity, he directs the Conservation Centre of Biodiversity and Germplasm Bank of Sardinia 🌱. With over 700 scientific publications 📚 and leadership roles in various botanical and ecological networks 🌍, he has significantly advanced conservation biology. He also serves on multiple editorial boards ✍️ and leads EU-funded research projects. Passionate about protecting Mediterranean ecosystems 🌾, Bacchetta is a key figure in both academic and applied biodiversity conservation. 🧬🌺

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✅ Summary of Suitability

Prof. Gianluigi Bacchetta exemplifies excellence in scientific research, leadership, and applied conservation. His prolific academic output, influential roles in international networks, and practical efforts in biodiversity preservation strongly position him as an ideal candidate for this prestigious award.

🔹 Education & Experience 

🎓 Education

  • 🎓 BSc in Life Sciences, University of Cagliari (1996)

  • 🌄 Master in Landscape Planning, University of Cagliari (1997)

  • 🌿 Master in Vegetation Analysis, Marche Polytechnic University (2000)

  • 🧪 PhD in Geomorphology and Geobotany, Marche Polytechnic University (2000)

  • 🌍 European PhD in Plant Biology, University of Valencia (2002)

💼 Experience

  • 👨‍🏫 Lecturer, Marche Polytechnic University (2000–2002)

  • 👨‍🔬 Assistant Professor, University of Cagliari (2002–2006)

  • 👨‍🏫 Associate Professor, University of Cagliari (2006–2015)

  • 👨‍🔬 Full Professor, University of Cagliari (2015–present)

  • 🌿 Director, Hortus Botanicus Karalitanus (2015–2023)

  • 🧬 Director, Conservation Centre of Biodiversity & BG-SAR

  • 🌎 Adjunct Professor, University of Tehran

🔹 Professional Development 

Prof. Bacchetta has played a pivotal role in international scientific communities 🌐. He has led and participated in numerous EU-funded projects (LIFE+, Interreg, Erasmus+), fostering cross-border collaboration 🤝. As editor and reviewer for top-tier journals 📰, he influences the direction of conservation science. He is president of GENMEDA 🌿, and part of leading Mediterranean botanical councils and initiatives 🏛️. His work bridges academic, governmental, and practical conservation sectors 🔬📊. Through his leadership, hundreds of students and researchers have benefited from his mentorship and global scientific network 👨‍🏫💡.

🔹 Research Focus 

Gianluigi Bacchetta’s research revolves around plant diversity 🌿, conservation biology 🛡️, and geobotany 🗺️, particularly within Mediterranean ecosystems. He investigates island biogeography 🏝️, phytoclimatology 🌦️, and phytogeography 🌍, aiming to safeguard endemic and threatened flora 🌸. He works on seed banking 🌱, habitat restoration 🔄, and agro-biodiversity conservation 🌾. His integrative approach merges taxonomy, ecology, and policy for sustainable biodiversity management 🌳. With over 30 years of field research and international collaborations 🤝, he is a leading voice in biodiversity protection, shaping both academic research and practical conservation across Europe and beyond 🧬📈.

🔹 Awards & Honors 

🏆 Awards & Honors

  • 📚 Published over 700 scientific papers, many in top international journals

  • 🌍 President of GENMEDA (Mediterranean Plant Conservation Network)

  • 🏅 Deputy President, Scientific Council of Conservatoire Botanique National Corse

  • 🧭 Scientific Council Member, Conservatoire Botanique National Méditerranéenne

  • 🌿 Member, Sardinian Commission for Agrodiversity

  • 🏛️ Member, INITIATIVE PIM for Mediterranean Island Conservation

  • 🧪 Principal Investigator for multiple EU-funded research projects

  • ✍️ Editor and board member for several international scientific journals

Publication Top Notes

1. An Annotated Checklist of the Italian Vascular Flora

  • Authors: F. Conti, G. Abbate, A. Alessandrini, C. Blasi

  • Publisher: Palombi Editore

  • Year: 2005

  • Summary: This foundational work presents a comprehensive inventory of Italy’s vascular plant species, serving as a critical reference for botanists and conservationists. It was developed under the auspices of the Italian Ministry for the Environment and involved extensive collaboration among regional and taxonomic experts.

2. An Updated Checklist of the Vascular Flora Native to Italy

  • Authors: F. Bartolucci, L. Peruzzi, G. Galasso, A. Albano, A. Alessandrini, et al.

  • Journal: Plant Biosystems

  • Year: 2018

  • Summary: This publication updates the previous checklist by documenting 8,195 taxa (6,417 species and 1,778 subspecies) across 1,092 genera and 152 families. It provides detailed information on the distribution and conservation status of native vascular plants in Italy.

3. An Updated Checklist of the Vascular Flora Alien to Italy

  • Authors: G. Galasso, F. Conti, L. Peruzzi, N.M.G. Ardenghi, E. Banfi, L. Celesti-Grapow, et al.

  • Journal: Plant Biosystems

  • Year: 2018

  • Summary: This checklist catalogs 1,597 alien taxa (species, subspecies, and hybrids) found in Italy, detailing their distribution across 725 genera and 152 families. It distinguishes between archaeophytes and neophytes and provides insights into the regional occurrence of these non-native species.

4. Integrazioni alla Checklist della Flora Vascolare Italiana

  • Authors: F. Conti, A. Alessandrini, G. Bacchetta, E. Banfi, G. Barberis, F. Bartolucci, et al.

  • Journal: Natura Vicentina, Volume 10, Pages 5–74

  • Year: 2007

  • Summary: This work provides updates and additions to the 2005 checklist, incorporating new records, taxonomic revisions, and corrections. It reflects ongoing efforts to maintain an accurate and current account of Italy’s vascular plant diversity.

5. Using MaxEnt Modeling to Predict the Potential Distribution of the Endemic Plant Rosa arabica Crép. in Egypt

  • Authors: M. Abdelaal, M. Fois, G. Fenu, G. Bacchetta

  • Journal: Ecological Informatics, Volume 50, Pages 68–75

  • Year: 2019

  • Summary: This study employs MaxEnt modeling to predict the current and future distribution of Rosa arabica, a critically endangered plant endemic to Egypt’s Saint Catherine Protectorate. Using 32 occurrence points and 22 environmental variables, the model forecasts habitat suitability under various climate scenarios, aiding in conservation planning.

📝 Conclusion

Prof. Bacchetta stands out as a visionary researcher and leader in plant conservation. His blend of scientific rigor, international collaboration, mentorship, and environmental impact makes him an outstanding and deserving recipient of the Best Researcher Award. His contributions have shaped policy, protected ecosystems, and advanced academic excellence on a global scale.

Hongwen Chen| Econometrics and Finance| Best Researcher Award

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Dr.Hongwen Chen| Econometrics and Finance| Best Researcher Award

Lecturer, School of Tourism,China

Dr. Hongwen Chen exemplifies the profile of a modern, interdisciplinary researcher whose work is grounded in empirical rigor, policy relevance, and societal impact. His publications in leading journals, record of funded research, and contributions to public policy clearly demonstrate his excellence and innovation. The blend of academic depth and applied reach makes him a model candidate for this recognition.

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🎓 Education

Dr. Chen earned his Ph.D. in Economics, focusing on environmental and trade interactions, from a top-tier institution in China. His doctoral research—“Study on the Impact of Export Trade on Air Pollutant Emissions and Residents’ Health in China”—was recently published by China Financial and Economic Publishing House, a national-level publisher.

Professional Experience

Currently serving as a faculty member at Nanchang University, Dr. Chen is actively engaged in research, teaching, and supervising postgraduate students. He is a core researcher in multiple provincial and national researchprojects and serves as the Editor-in-Chief for provincial-level comprehensive development reports.

Skills

Advanced econometric modeling and data analytics Interdisciplinary integration of environmental, economic, and public health data Policy analysis and empirical evaluation using quasi-natural experiments Bilingual academic communication (Chinese and English)
Research leadership and project management across national and provincial platforms

Research Interests

Advanced econometric modeling and data analytics Interdisciplinary integration of environmental, economic, and public health data Policy analysis and empirical evaluation using quasi-natural experiments Bilingual academic communication (Chinese and English)

✅ Conclusion

Dr. Hongwen Chen is strongly recommended for the “Research for Best Researcher Award”. His academic achievements, growing international presence, and real-world impact fulfill and exceed the award’s core criteria. With continued global engagement and expanded mentorship activities, he is poised for even greater researchleadership in the years to come.

Publication Top Notes:

  • Song, T., Dian, J., & Chen, H. (2023). Can smart city construction improve carbon productivity? A quasi-natural experiment based on China’s smart city pilot. Sustainable Cities and Society, 92, 104478.

  • Feng, T., Chen, H., & Liu, J. (2022). Air pollution-induced health impacts and health economic losses in China driven by US demand exports. Journal of Environmental Management, 324, 116355.

  • Chen, H., Cheng, K., & Zhang, M. (2023). Does geographic proximity affect firms’ cross-regional development? Evidence from high-speed rail construction in China. Economic Modelling, 126, 106402.

  • Cheng, K., Chen, H., Zhang, F., & Zhang, M. (2023). China’s high-quality innovation development from an institutional perspective: Regional differences and convergence. Technological and Economic Development of Economy, 29(6), 1657–1686.

  • Zhao, H., Chen, H., & He, L. (2022). Embodied carbon emissions and regional transfer characteristics—Evidence from China. Sustainability, 14(4), 1969.

  • Chen, H., Yan, B., Fei, R., & Bao, S. (2023). Assessing the impact of trade policy uncertainty on pollution emissions: An analysis of Chinese firms’ green transformation. Environmental Science and Pollution research, 30(47), 104577–104591.

  • Zhao, H., Chen, H., Fang, Y., & Song, A. (2022). Transfer characteristics of embodied carbon emissions in export trade—Evidence from China. Sustainability, 14(13), 8034.

  • Chen, H., Xu, J., & Liu, J. (2022). Export expansion may increase adult illness and injury: A quasi-natural experiment on China’s accession to the World Trade Organization. Frontiers in Public Health, 10, 798686.

  • Shi, Z. Z., Chen, H., & Chen, K. (2023). Does the economic growth target overweight induce more polluting activities? Evidence from China. Plos One, 18(3), e0282675.

  • Chen, H., Cheng, K., & Zhang, M. (2023). Labor costs and firms’ internal spatial distributions: Evidence from China. Available at SSRN, 4297195.

Vahideh Bafandegan Emroozi| Engineering | Women Researcher Award

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Dr. Vahideh Bafandegan Emroozi| Engineering | Women Researcher Award

Corresponding Author, Ferdowsi university of Mashhad,Iran

Dr. Vahideh Bafandegan Emroozi is a rising academic with a robust publication record, collaborative outlook, and applied interdisciplinary focus. Her work on supply chain optimization, IoT integration, and human reliability is timely and contributes to both industrial efficiency and sustainable development.

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🎓 Education

Vahideh Bafandegan Emroozi holds a Ph.D. in Industrial Management from Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Iran (2019–2024), with a remarkable GPA of 19.49 out of 20. Her doctoral thesis focuses on developing a maintenance planning model using the Internet of Things (IoT) while accounting for human error. She earned her M.Sc. in Industrial Management from the same university in 2017, graduating with a GPA of 18.96. She began her academic journey with a B.Sc. in Industrial Engineering at Ferdowsi University, graduating in 2012.

Professional Experience

Dr. Bafandegan Emroozi has served as a research fellow at Sanabad University (2023–2024) and Ferdowsi University of Mashhad (2021–2023). In these roles, she has contributed to various multidisciplinary projects focusing on optimization, reliability, and maintenance strategies within industrial systems.

Skills

She brings a strong technical toolkit that includes programming and modeling in Python, MATLAB, GAMS, Vensim, LINGO, LaTeX, UCINET, and Minitab. She is also proficient in MICMAC and Microsoft Office applications, reflecting a solid foundation in both qualitative and quantitative analysis.

Research Interests

r research spans multiple domains, including supply chain management, optimization, maintenance and reliability, human error analysis, inventory control, system dynamics, and mathematical modeling. Her work often explores the intersection of advanced technologies (e.g., IoT) with human-centered decision-making.

✅ Conclusion

Women Researcher Award: Strongly Recommended. Her academic output, innovative scope, and relevance to modern global challenges make her an excellent candidate. Best Researcher Award: Recommended with Reservations. She is well on her way, but continued growth in citations, funding, and global recognition would strengthen her case in the future.

Publication Top Notes:

  • Modares, A., Kazemi, M., Bafandegan Emroozi, V., & Roozkhosh, P. (2023). A new supply chain design to solve supplier selection based on internet of things and delivery reliability. Journal of Industrial and Management Optimization, 19(11), 7993–8028. Cited by: 39

  • Modares, A., Motahari Farimani, N., & Bafandegan Emroozi, V. (2023). A vendor-managed inventory model based on optimal retailers selection and reliability of supply chain. Journal of Industrial and Management Optimization, 19(5), 3075–3106. Cited by: 32

  • Modares, A., Motahari Farimani, N., & Bafandegan Emroozi, V. (2023). A new model to design the suppliers portfolio in newsvendor problem based on product reliability. Journal of Industrial and Management Optimization, 19(6), 4112–4151. Cited by: 25

  • Bafandegan Emroozi, V., Roozkhosh, P., Modares, A., & Roozkhosh, F. (2023). Selecting green suppliers by considering the internet of things and CMCDM approach. Process Integration and Optimization for Sustainability, 7(5), 1167–1189. Cited by: 19

  • Bafandegan Emroozi, V., & Fakoor, A. (2023). A new approach to human error assessment in financial service based on the modified CREAM and DANP. Journal of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 14(4), 95–120. Cited by: 19

  • Bafandegan Emroozi, V., Kazemi, M., Doostparast, M., & Pooya, A. (2024). Improving industrial maintenance efficiency: A holistic approach to integrated production and maintenance planning with human error optimization. Process Integration and Optimization for Sustainability, 8(2), 539–564. Cited by: 18

  • Modares, A., Motahari, N., & Bafandegan Emroozi, V. (2022). Developing a newsvendor model based on the relative competence of suppliers and probable group decision-making. Industrial Management Journal, 14(1), 115–142. Cited by: 18

  • Bafandegan Emroozi, V., Modares, A., & Roozkhosh, P. (2024). A new model to optimize the human reliability based on CREAM and group decision making. Quality and Reliability Engineering International, 40(2), 1079–1109. Cited by: 16

  • Modares, A., Motahari Farimani, N., & Bafandegan Emroozi, V. (2023). Applying a multi-criteria group decision-making method in a probabilistic environment for supplier selection (Case study: Urban railway in Iran). Journal of Optimization in Industrial Engineering, 16(1), 129–140. Cited by: 15

  • Emroozi, V. B., Kazemi, M., Modares, A., & Roozkhosh, P. (2024). Improving quality and reducing costs in supply chain: the developing VIKOR method and optimization. Journal of Industrial and Management Optimization, 20(2), 494–524. Cited by: 1

Dr. Yaqiong Guo | Microbiota | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Yaqiong Guo | Microbiota | Best Researcher Award 

Dr. Yaqiong Guo, Beijing Academy of Science and Technology

Dr. Yaqiong Guo is an Assistant Researcher at the Institute of Biotechnology and Health, Beijing Academy of Science and Technology. She holds a Ph.D. in Genetics from the Institute of Microbiology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, and a B.Sc. in Bioinformatics from Hebei University. Dr. Guo’s research centers on the gut microbiome and its relationship to human health, with a particular focus on microbial genomics in diseases such as diabetes mellitus and lung cancer. She has led and contributed to several national and institutional research projects, including studies on microbiome-metabolism interactions in diabetic kidney disease and antibiotic resistance gene transmission. Her work aims to advance precision microbial data analysis and develop targeted interventions for chronic diseases.

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Based on the detailed academic and professional profile of Dr. Yaqiong Guo, she appears to be a highly suitable candidate for a Best Researcher Award in the biomedical and health sciences domain, particularly for her impactful contributions to gut microbiome research and its relation to human disease.

🎓 Education

  • 🧬 Ph.D. in Genetics
    Institute of Microbiology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China
    Sept 2017 – Jun 2023

  • 💻 B.Sc. in Bioinformatics
    Hebei University, Baoding, China
    Jun 2013 – Jun 2017

💼 Work Experience

  • 👩‍🔬 Assistant Researcher
    Institute of Biotechnology and Health, Beijing Academy of Science and Technology
    Aug 2023 – Present

    • Leading studies on microbiome–metabolism interactions in diabetic kidney disease

    • Collaborating on various projects exploring gut microbiome and disease progression

  • 🔬 Ph.D. Candidate (Researcher)
    Institute of Microbiology, Chinese Academy of Sciences
    Sept 2017 – Jun 2023

    • Conducted research on microbiome-related diseases

    • Published peer-reviewed papers and contributed to national research projects

🏆 Achievements & Awards

  • 📌 Principal Investigator, 2024
    Project: Gut Microbial Metabolism-related Genes in Diabetic Kidney Disease
    Funding: ¥135,000

  • 🤝 Co-Investigator, multiple national and institutional projects:

    • National Natural Science Foundation of China (2020–2024)
      Antibiotic Resistance Gene Transmission in Gut Microbiomes – ¥3,500,000

    • Jinan Microecology Biomedical Provincial Lab (2022–2023)
      Precision Microbial Data Analysis Methods – ¥1,850,000

    • Beijing Academy of Science (2023)
      Type 2 Diabetes & Kidney Disease Interventions – ¥945,426

    • National Key R&D Program (2018–2021)
      Pathogenic Microbial Functional Gene Analysis – ¥1,400,000

Publication Top Notes:

Dynamic Changes in Antibodies and Proteome in Breast Milk of Mothers Infected with Wild-Type SARS-CoV-2 and Omicron: A Longitudinal Study

An expanded database and analytical toolkit for identifying bacterial virulence factors and their associations with chronic diseases

Association Studies on Gut and Lung Microbiomes in Patients with Lung Adenocarcinoma

Prof. Dr. Gianluigi Bacchetta | Herbarium | Lifetime achievement Award

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Prof. Dr. Gianluigi Bacchetta | Herbarium | Lifetime achievement Award 

Prof. Dr. Gianluigi Bacchetta, University of Cagliari

Gianluigi Bacchetta is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Biology and Pharmacy at the University of Cagliari, Italy. He earned his degree in Life Sciences in 1996 and subsequently completed a Master in Landscape Planning (1997) and a Master in Vegetation Analysis (2000). He holds a PhD in Geomorphology and Geobotany from the Marche Polytechnic University, completed in 2000, and also obtained a European PhD in Plant Biology from the University of Valencia in 2002. His academic career includes positions as Lecturer at the Marche Polytechnic University (2000–2002), Assistant Professor (2002–2006), and Associate Professor (2006–2015) at the University of Cagliari. From 2015 to 2023, he served as the Director of the Hortus Botanicus Karalitanus (HBK), the university’s botanical garden.

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Professor Gianluigi Bacchetta demonstrates exceptional suitability for a Lifetime Achievement Award in research, with a distinguished career spanning over two decades in plant biology, geobotany, and biodiversity conservation. His extensive academic contributions, including leadership roles and influential publications on Italian vascular flora and endemic plant modeling, reflect profound impact on botanical sciences. As a Full Professor and former Director of the HBK Botanical Garden, he has significantly advanced scientific knowledge and conservation practices. His lifetime of dedication, scholarly excellence, and international recognition make him a highly deserving candidate for this prestigious honor.

🎓 Education

  • 📘 BSc in Life Sciences – University of Cagliari, Italy (1996)

  • 🌿 Master in Landscape Planning – University of Cagliari, Italy (1997)

  • 🌱 Master in Vegetation Analysis: Survey and Data Elaboration on Flora, Vegetation, and Soil – Marche Polytechnic University, Italy (2000)

  • 🧭 PhD in Geomorphology and Geobotany – Marche Polytechnic University, Italy (Completed December 2000)

  • 🌍 European PhD in Plant Biology (025 C) – University of Valencia, Spain (Suficiencia Investigadora obtained in November 2002)

💼 Work Experience

  • 👨‍🏫 Lecturer – Marche Polytechnic University (2000–2002)

  • 🧪 Assistant Professor – Faculty of Science, University of Cagliari (2002–2006)

  • 📚 Associate Professor – Faculty of Human Sciences, University of Cagliari (2006–2015)

  • 🧬 Full Professor – Faculty of Biology and Pharmacy, University of Cagliari (2015–present)

  • 🌺 Director of HBK (Hortus Botanicus Karalitanus) – University of Cagliari (2015–2023)

🏆 Achievements, Awards & Honors

  • 🧑‍🔬 Recognized expert in geobotany, plant biology, and vegetation analysis

  • 🌍 Held a European PhD, signifying international recognition of academic excellence

  • 🌱 As Director of HBK, contributed significantly to botanical conservation, research, and public education

  • 🌟 Leadership roles in academic and scientific institutions, promoting biodiversity and plant science research

Publication Top Notes:

An annotated checklist of the Italian vascular flora

CITED: 2000

An updated checklist of the vascular flora native to Italy

CITED: 932

An updated checklist of the vascular flora alien to Italy

CITED: 626

Integrazioni alla checklist della flora vascolare italiana

CITED: 397

Using MaxEnt modeling to predict the potential distribution of the endemic plant Rosa arabica Crép. in Egypt

CITED: 301

Prof. Dr. Wei Fang | Analytics Award | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Wei Fang | Analytics Award | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Wei Fang, Nanjing University of Information Science & Technology, China

Prof. Dr. Wei Fang is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Nanjing University of Information Science & Technology, China, and a member of the State Key Laboratory for Novel Software Technology, Nanjing University. He holds a Ph.D. and M.Sc. in Computer Science from Soochow University. Wei was a visiting scholar at the University of Florida in 2015-2016. His research interests include Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Data Mining, and Meteorological Information Processing. He has led several research projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and is an active reviewer for international journals. Wei is a senior member of the CCF and ACM.

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Prof. Wei Fang of Nanjing University of Information Science & Technology stands out as a highly meritorious candidate for the Best Researcher Award. With a solid academic foundation, national and international research exposure, and extensive contributions in Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Computer Vision, and Applied Meteorology, his work bridges theoretical innovation with real-world application.

🎓 Education

  • Ph.D. in Computer Science – Soochow University, China

  • M.Sc. in Computer Science – Soochow University, China

📚 Visiting Scholar – University of Florida, USA (Faculty of Computer Science, Sept 2015 – Sept 2016)

💼 Work Experience

  • 👨‍🏫 Professor, Department of Computer Science, NUIST

  • 🧪 Affiliated with the State Key Lab for Novel Software Technology, Nanjing University

  • 🤝 Program Committee Member for multiple international conferences

  • 📝 Reviewer for various international journals

  • 🌍 International Research Scientist

🏆 Achievements & Honors

  • 🧠 Recognized for impactful research in:

    • Artificial Intelligence 🤖

    • Big Data & Cloud Computing ☁️📊

    • Computer Vision 👁️

    • Applied Meteorology 🌦️

  • 🔬 Project Leader of national and industrial research projects funded by:

    • National Natural Science Foundation of China

    • Guodian Nari Nanjing Control System Co., Ltd.

    • Baoshan Iron and Steel Co., Ltd.

  • 🎖️ Senior Member of CCF (China Computer Federation) & ACM

  • 📈 Cited in SCI-indexed journals

Publication Top Notes:

A rapid learning algorithm for vehicle classification

CITED: 562

A Method for Improving CNN-Based Image Recognition Using DCGAN.

CITED: 230

Efficient feature selection and classification for vehicle detection

CITED: 220

A survey of big data security and privacy preserving

CITED: 117

Survey on research of RNN-based spatio-temporal sequence prediction algorithms

CITED: 100

Dr. Adel Zeggaf Tahiri | Irrigation Optimization | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Adel Zeggaf Tahiri | Irrigation Optimization | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Adel Zeggaf Tahiri, Agri.Environ.Engineering, Morocco

Dr. Adel Zeggaf Tahiri is a Moroccan environmental scientist with a Ph.D. in Bioenvironmental Science from Tottori University, Japan. He currently serves as CEO of Agri.Environ.Engineering S.A.R.L, a consulting firm based in Tangier, Morocco. With over three decades of multidisciplinary experience, Dr. Zeggaf has held key roles as a desert greening expert, water project leader, and research scientist in agricultural meteorology. His work spans international collaborations with UNESCO, JICA, ICARDA, and CIHEAM, focusing on sustainable irrigation, evapotranspiration modeling, mangrove restoration, and climate-resilient agriculture. Fluent in Arabic, French, English, and Spanish, he is also a published author, patent holder, and active member of global scientific and environmental networks.

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Based on the detailed profile and accomplishments of Dr. Adel Zeggaf Tahiri, he appears to be highly suitable for consideration for a Best Researcher Award, particularly in fields related to bioenvironmental science, sustainable agriculture, and water resource management.

🎓 Education

  • 📘 Ph.D. in Bioenvironment Science (2006)
    Tottori University, Japan
    🔬 Thesis: Study on partitioning evapotranspiration into plant transpiration and soil evaporation

  • 🌿 M.S. in Crop Sciences (1992)
    Morocco’s Agricultural Engineering School (IAV Hassan II)
    🫘 Thesis: Effect of population density and supplemental irrigation on fava bean yield in Meknès and Safi

  • 📈 2nd Year Economic Sciences (2025, in progress)
    Abdelmalek Essaâdi University, Tangier, Morocco

💼 Work Experience

  • 👔 CEO (2015 – Present)
    Agri.Environ.Engineering S.A.R.L, Tangier, Morocco (Consulting firm)

  • 🚰 Water Project Leader (2014)
    MANAGEM (Mining Group), Marrakech, Morocco

  • 🌵 Desert Greening Expert (2008–2013)
    The Manzanar Project, Mauritania (via Manzanar Mangrove Foundation, USA)

  • 🌱 Mangrove Ecosystem Restoration Expert (2009–2012)
    Nouakchott, Mauritania

  • 🌦️ Agricultural Meteorology Research Scientist (1993–2008)
    INRA (National Institute of Agricultural Research), Settat, Morocco

🏆 Achievements, Awards & Honors

  • 📜 Patent No. 30541
    “Procédé et Appareillage pour la Mesure Combinée de la Transpiration des Cultures et de l’Evaporation du Sol pour la Gestion Efficiente de l’Irrigation”

  • 🌍 Recognized Expert in sustainable desert agriculture, seawater irrigation, and agrometeorology
    Featured in press worldwide in French, Arabic, Japanese, and English

  • 📹 Media Coverage & Talks

🌐 Professional Affiliations

  • 🏛️ Member, UNESCO’s Arab Water and Environment Consultants Network

  • 🌾 Member, American Society of Agronomy (ASA)

  • 🔍 Reviewer, Journal of Hydrology, European Journal of Agronomy

  • 🤝 Consultant for UNESCO Project on Mapping Salinity and Water Quality at Diawling Park

  • 🌦️ Former Team Member:

    • “Water Harvesting” Project – ICARDA-INRA

    • “Water Use Efficiency Network” – CIHEAM-IAM Bari

    • “Agro-Ecological Characterization” – ICARDA-INRA

Publication Top Notes:

A Quest for Desert Forests from Eritrean to Mauritanian Mangroves

The four misses of agricultural water husbandry in the Maghreb

A Bowen ratio technique for partitioning energy fluxes between maize transpiration and soil surface evaporation

Dr. Barkha Goyal | Economic Award | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Barkha Goyal | Economic Award | Best Researcher Award 

Dr. Barkha Goyal, Delhi School of Business, India

Dr. Barkha Goyal is an Assistant Professor at Delhi School of Business, New Delhi, India. She holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, where her research focused on corporate governance, financial reporting quality, and risk-taking in the Indian insurance industry. With a strong academic background including an M.A. in Economics and a B.Com. from reputed Indian universities, Dr. Goyal has taught various subjects such as Business Statistics, Economic Environment and Policy, and International Financial Management. Her research interests lie in corporate governance and insurance, and she has presented her work at several national and international conferences. She has received multiple academic honors, including a Gold Medal in M.Phil. and a Best Paper Award. In addition to teaching and research, Dr. Goyal actively contributes as a reviewer for international journals and has participated in numerous workshops on econometrics and data analysis.

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Dr. Barkha Goyal is an emerging scholar in the field of Economics, with a focused research portfolio in corporate governance, financial reporting, and risk-taking behavior—particularly within the Indian insurance sector. Her profile reflects exceptional research productivity, academic rigor, and consistent scholarly engagement, making her a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

🎓 Education

  • 🧠 Ph.D. in Economics (July 2018 – July 2024)
    Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee
    ➤ Advisor: Dr. Rachita Gulati
    ➤ Thesis: Corporate Governance, Financial Reporting Quality, and Risk-taking in the Indian Insurance Industry

  • 📘 M.A. in Economics (May 2016)
    Central University of Haryana, India

  • 📊 B.Com. (Pass Course) (May 2014)
    Maharshi Dayanand University, India

💼 Work Experience

  • 📚 Assistant Professor (June 2024 – Present)
    Delhi School of Business
    ➤ Teaching: Business Statistics, Economic Environment and Policy, International Financial Management (PGDM Program)

  • 👩‍🔬 Teaching Assistant
    Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, IIT Roorkee
    ➤ Courses Taught:

    • Basic Economics (2019–2020)

    • Money, Banking and Financial Markets (2020–2021)

    • Basic Econometrics (2020–2021)
      ➤ Role: Tutorials, Presentations, Assignments, Question Paper Design & Evaluation

  • 🏛️ Internship (June – August 2015)
    Ministry of Home Affairs, Principal Chief Controller of Accounts
    ➤ Project: Gender Budgeting Implementation in MHA, New Delhi

🏆 Achievements, Awards & Honors

  • 🥇 Best Paper Award
    2nd International Conference on Revisiting Business and Corporate Governance, GRFCG, New Delhi

  • 🏅 Gold Medal for outstanding performance in M.Phil.

  • 🎓 MHRD Fellowship Recipient
    Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee

  • 🏵️ Top Ten & Meritorious Scholarship in B.Com.

Publication Top Notes:

A nexus between corporate governance and performance: evidence from the Indian insurance industry

Quality of financial reporting in the Indian insurance industry: Does corporate governance matter?

Insurer’s Risk-Taking Behavior in India: Does Board Matter?

Do board and audit governance matters for insurer performance? A meta-analytical review

Regional Economic Growth and Inequality in India: A Sector-wise Decomposition Analysis

Ms. Aiswarya Pati | Environmental Toxicology | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Aiswarya Pati | Environmental Toxicology | Best Researcher Award 

Ms. Aiswarya Pati, Sambalpur University, India

Aiswarya Pati is currently pursuing her Ph.D. at the School of Life Sciences, Sambalpur University, under the supervision of Dr. Binata Nayak. Her research focuses on aquatic toxicology, particularly the impact of toxic materials and pesticide residues on the environment and human health. She is actively involved in studying bioaccumulation, leaching of pesticides into drinking water, and their health effects on farming communities. Aiswarya has co-authored several research articles in reputed journals and is passionate about bridging environmental research with community well-being. Her innovative work contributes toward sustainable environmental practices and public health awareness.

Professional Profile:

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Summary of Suitability Best Researcher Award:

Aiswarya Pati demonstrates strong potential and merit for the Best Researcher Award through her focused and socially impactful research in the field of aquatic toxicology and environmental health. Her ongoing Ph.D. work under the guidance of Dr. Binata Nayak has already contributed to several notable publications in high-quality journals such as ChemistrySelect, Discover Water, and Discover Applied Sciences. These publications highlight her contributions to advanced molecular simulations, environmental monitoring, and nanoparticle research.

🎓 Education

  • Ph.D. (Continuing) – School of Life Sciences, Sambalpur University
    🧪 Specialization: Aquatic Toxicology & Environmental Impact Assessment
    👩‍🏫 Under the guidance of Dr. Binata Nayak

💼 Work Experience / Research Background

  • 🔬 Currently engaged in bio-monitoring of pesticide residues, their environmental flow, and associated public health risks.

  • 🌾 Studies focus on farmers’ health, leaching of pesticides in drinking water, and tracking disease patterns linked to chemical exposure.

  • 🧫 Research on biogenic synthesis of nanoparticles and their anti-bacterial applications.

🏆 Achievements

  • 📄 Published research articles in SCI/Scopus indexed journals:

    1. Biogenic Synthesis and Characterization of Selenium Nanoparticles

    2. A Review on Toxicity Prediction of Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors

    3. Evaluation of Spatio‑Temporal Water Quality Status of Jeera River, Odisha

  • 📊 Actively contributing to environmental sustainability through community-based research.

🥇 Awards & Honors

  • 🏅 Award Category Preference: Best Researcher Award

  • 🧑‍🔬 Recognized for cutting-edge research in environmental toxicology and community health monitoring.

Publication Top Notes:

Advanced Integrated Molecular Simulations Based Prediction of Sulfonamide Natural Compound Binding to Cytosolic Carbonic Anhydrase Enzymes

Exploring the binding potential of natural compounds to carbonic anhydrase of cyanobacteria through computer-based simulations

Evaluation of spatio-temporal water quality status of Jeera river, Odisha, India

Potential phytochemicals as microtubule-disrupting agents in cancer prevention

Prof. Mastura Jaafar | Smart Industry | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Mastura Jaafar | Smart Industry | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Mastura Jaafar, University of Science, Malaysia

Professor Sr. Dr. Mastura Jaafar @ Mustapha is a distinguished academic and researcher currently serving as a Professor in the Quantity Surveying Department at the School of Housing, Building and Planning, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM). With a Ph.D. in Strategic Management, an MSc in Project Management, and a BSc in Building Economics and Management, all from USM, she brings extensive academic and industry expertise in construction project estimation, costing, finance, and management. Her research interests span strategic management in construction, housing, and tourism, as well as entrepreneurship and procurement management. A prolific scholar, she has published widely in international journals and conferences and has received accolades such as the Emerald Literati Network Highly Commended Awards (2007, 2015) and the Outstanding Paper Award (2023). In addition to supervising numerous postgraduate students, she is the Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Construction in Developing Countries. Her leadership roles at USM include serving as a Senate Member, Coordinator for academic career development, and Deputy Director of the Research Creativity and Management Office (RCMO).

Professional Profile:

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ORCID

SCOPUS

Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Professor Sr. Dr. Mastura Jaafar is a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award, given her extensive contributions to research, teaching, and academic leadership. Her impactful publications in top-tier journals, particularly in tourism, strategic management, and community development, have garnered significant global citations. With decades of academic service, international recognition through awards, and editorial leadership, she exemplifies research excellence and innovation. Her dedication to mentoring postgraduate students further highlights her role in shaping future scholars and advancing the academic community.

🎓 Education

  • 🧠 Ph.D. in Strategic Management
    Universiti Sains Malaysia, 2004

  • 🏗️ M.Sc. in Project Management
    Universiti Sains Malaysia, 1995

  • 🏢 B.Sc. in Building Economics and Management
    Universiti Sains Malaysia, 1994

💼 Work Experience

  • 👩‍🏫 Professor
    School of Housing, Building and Planning, USM (2014–present)

  • 🎓 Associate Professor
    USM (2009–2014)

  • 📘 Senior Lecturer
    USM (2007–2009)

  • 📚 Lecturer
    USM (2004–2007)

  • 🏗️ Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager
    (1995–2000)

🏢 Administrative Roles

  • 👥 Deputy Dean (Research, Postgraduate & Network)
    School of Housing, Building and Planning, USM (2012–2018)

  • 🎓 USM Senate Member
    (2021–2026)

  • 🧭 Coordinator for Academic Career Path & HCMS System
    (2024–2026)

  • 🧪 Deputy Director, Research Creativity and Management Office (RCMO), USM
    (2025–2027)

🏆 Achievements, Awards & Honors

  • 📝 Editor-in-Chief, Journal of Construction in Developing Countries

  • 📚 Prolific Author & Researcher
    Published widely in international journals, books, and conference proceedings

  • 🎓 Supervision Excellence
    Supervises numerous Master’s and Ph.D. students

  • 🏅 Emerald Literati Network Awards:

    • Highly Commended Award – 2007 & 2015

    • Outstanding Paper Award – 2023 🎉

Publication Top Notes:

Urban vs. rural destinations: Residents’ perceptions, community participation and support for tourism development

CITED:639

A revised framework of social exchange theory to investigate the factors influencing residents’ perceptions

CITED:491

Community participation in World Heritage Site conservation and tourism development

CITED:322

Perception of young local residents toward sustainable conservation programmes: A case study of the Lenggong World Cultural Heritage Site

CITED:320

Factors influencing residents’ perceptions toward tourism development: Differences across rural and urban world heritage sites

CITED:304