Mr. Awodabon Fomukong Hanneda | Single-cell Biology | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Awodabon Fomukong Hanneda | Single-cell Biology | Best Researcher Award

Ahmadu Bello University | Nigeria

Mr. Awodabon Fomukong Hanneda is a dedicated researcher and academic in the field of biotechnology, currently serving as a phd research fellow at the African Centre of excellence for neglected tropical diseases and forensic biotechnology, Ahmadu bello university, Zaria, Kaduna state, Nigeria. He holds a B.Sc. in biochemistry and an M.Sc. in biotechnology, and is presently pursuing his phd in biotechnology with a research focus on the heterogeneity of stress erythroid progenitor cells using single-cell rna sequencing. His ongoing doctoral work explores the developmental pathways and molecular mechanisms governing seps differentiation during stress erythropoiesis in sickle cell patients. Hanneda’s completed projects include studies on single-cell rna sequencing of erythroid cells, Single-cell Biology optimized enrichment of cd71+ reticulocytes, and analyses of reticulocyte maturation. Beyond research, he has contributed to academia through four years of teaching a-level biology and currently lectures in the department of biochemistry at capital city university kano, nigeria. He is also an apti fellow under the supervision of dr. i. a. aimola. with 2 citations, 2 published documents, and an h-index of 1, Hanneda continues to build a promising research portfolio that advances understanding in molecular hematology, single-cell genomics, and biotechnological applications in health sciences.

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Featured Publication

Hanneda, A. F. (2025). Optimized enrichment of CD71+ reticulocytes from whole blood for single-cell RNA sequencing. Current Protocols.

Ms. Juman Alsadi | Smart Manufacturing Systems | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Juman Alsadi | Smart Manufacturing Systems | Best Researcher Award

Khalifa University | United Arab Emirates

Ms. Juman Alsadi is a Ph.d. candidate in engineering systems and management at Khalifa University, Abu Dhabi, UAE, with a research focus on the digitalization of operational excellence methodologies, particularly the integration of lean six sigma and industry 4.0. her academic journey includes a master’s degree in engineering systems and management from the same university, she continues to maintain outstanding academic performance. Her research aims to develop a conceptual framework for lss 4.0 adoption, emphasizing organizational maturity, change management, and sustainable digital transformation. beyond research, Dr. Alsadi has served as a teaching and research assistant, mentoring students, supporting course design, and contributing to scholarly publications. she has also gained professional experience in logistics, supply chain, Smart Manufacturing Systems and project management through roles at digital qatalyst, reda chemicals, and julphar pharmaceuticals. Her academic influence is reflected in her 7 published documents, 41 citations, and an h-index of 3, highlighting her growing contribution to the fields of industrial engineering, lean transformation, and digital innovation. driven by a passion for excellence, Dr. Alsadi continues to bridge research with real-world impact across academia and industry.

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Featured Publications

Alsadi, J., Antony, J., Goonetilleke, R., Romero, D., Chiarini, A., Tortorella, G., & Maalouf, M. (2025). A qualitative global study on the digitalization of Lean Six Sigma: Insights from scholars and practitioners. Production Planning & Control.

Alsadi, J., Alkhatib, F., Antony, J., Garza-Reyes, J. A., Tortorella, G., & Cudney, E. A. (2024). A systematic literature review with bibliometric analysis of Quality 4.0. The TQM Journal.

Saad, A., Alsadi, J., Al Absi, D., Almulla, M., Simsekler, M. C. E., Sadeq, A. A., Omar, F., Basha, M., Khattab, I., & Abu Khater, N., et al. (2024). An integrative risk assessment approach to enhancing patient safety in continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT). Journal of Safety Science and Resilience.

Alkhatib, F. Y., Alsadi, J. K., Ramadan, M. A., Antony, J., & Swarnakar, V. (2024). Industry 4.0 applications in the healthcare sector. In Industry 4.0 and Quality Management (pp. 27–48). Routledge.

Alsadi, J., Antony, J., Mezher, T., Jayaraman, R., & Maalouf, M. (2023). Lean and Industry 4.0: A bibliometric analysis, opportunities for future research directions. Quality Management Journal.

Dr. Md. Abdul Raheem Junaidi | Smart Manufacturing Systems | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Md. Abdul Raheem Junaidi | Smart Manufacturing Systems | Best Researcher Award

Muffakham Jah College of Engineering & Technology | India

Dr. Md. Abdul Raheem Junaidi is an accomplished assistant professor in the department of mechanical engineering at Muffakham Jah college of Engineering & Technology, Hyderabad, with many years of academic and research experience, complemented by  years in the industry. He holds a Ph.d. in Mechanical Engineering from the birla institute of technology and science Pilani, and an M.E. in turbo machinery from Osmania university, Hyderabad. his expertise spans cad and cae tools such as ansys, solidworks, and autocad, alongside strong contributions to curriculum development, research writing, and placement coordination. a prolific researcher, Dr. junaidi has published 17 documents with 39 citations and holds an h-index of 4. he is notably the first ph.d. recipient to secure two indian patents from his doctoral research. his scholarly achievements include 10 scopus-indexed papers and over 25 international peer-reviewed publications. recognized for his excellence, he received the young engineer of the year award from the institution of engineers and the government of Telangana. Through his teaching, mentorship, and active participation in NBA, NAAC, and Aicte accreditation processes, Dr. Junaidi continues to make a Smart Manufacturing Systems lasting impact on mechanical engineering education and research in India.

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Featured Publications

Junaidi, M. A. R. (2025). A versatile biomedical device employed for diverse applications in minimally invasive surgical procedures. International Journal of Engineering Systems Modelling and Simulation.

Kumaravel, S., Raman, P., Kalangi, R. R., Selvameena, R., Gehani, H., Junaidi, M. A. R., & Yuvaperiyasamy, M. (2025). Analysing the efficiency of a single-slope solar still and the effects of glass cover cooling and circular cross-section hollow fins. Journal of Environmental Nanotechnology.

Koti, V., Asha, P. B., Sharma, S., Kavitha, K., Sankarathil, A. J., Junaidi, M. A. R., Shashidhara, L. C., Razak, A., Raju, K., & Manjunatha, B., et al. (2025). Fabrication and wear characteristics of Al6066-boron carbide particulate composites. Journal of the Institution of Engineers (India): Series D.

Junaidi, M. A. R. (2025). Influence of advanced composite phase change materials on thermal energy storage and thermal energy conversion. Journal of Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry.

R, V. K., P. B, A., Junaidi, M. A. R., T, J., K, R., Goudar, D. M., Pinto, D. G., S. R, S. A., Bhat, S. K., & L. C, S., et al. (2025). Influence of zirconium carbide particles on the mechanical characteristics of heat treated Al7475 alloy. Scientific Reports.

Dr. Fatma Al-Saeedi | Nuclear Medicine | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Fatma Al-Saeedi | Nuclear Medicine | Best Researcher Award

Kuwait University | Kuwait

Dr. Fatma Al-Saeedi is an accomplished Kuwaiti scholar and associate professor in the department of nuclear medicine at the college of medicine, Kuwait university. She holds a Ph.d. in biomedical physics and bioengineering from the university of aberdeen, Scotland, an M.Sc. in medical physiology, and a B.Sc. in radiological sciences–nuclear medicine from Kuwait university. Additionally, she earned a prestigious postgraduate diploma in radiopharmaceutical chemistry and radiopharmacy from the center for radiopharmaceutical science of eth, psi, and usz in switzerland, accredited by the european association of nuclear medicine. Her research interests encompass oncological, biological, chemical, and radiopharmaceutical studies, with expertise in molecular imaging, Nuclear Medicine and animal disease models. proficient in arabic, english, and French, Dr. Al-Saeedi integrates interdisciplinary knowledge into advanced nuclear medicine education and research. She has an impressive academic record with 22 published documents, 318 citations from 301 sources, and an h-index of 8, reflecting her growing influence in biomedical and radiopharmaceutical sciences. Through her leadership roles and innovative work, she continues to advance kuwait’s academic and scientific contributions in nuclear medicine and molecular imaging at both national and international levels.

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Featured Publications

Al-Saeedi, F. J., Al-Qallaf, Z. S., Khalaf, S. N., Al-Farsi, S. K., & Al-Enizi, Z. Y. (2025). Influence of different parameters on the labeling efficiency of 99mTc-radiopharmaceuticals: Kuwait nuclear medicine departments experiences. Medical Principles and Practice.

Al-Saeedi, F., & Rajendran, P. (2024). Anti-metastasis activity of 5,4′-dihydroxy 6,8-dimethoxy 7-O-rhamnosyl flavone from Indigofera aspalathoides Vahl on breast cancer cells. Scientific Reports.

Rajendran, P., Al-Saeedi, F. J., Ben Ammar, R., Abdallah, B. M., Ali, E. M., Al Abdulsalam, N. K., Tejavat, S., Althumairy, D., Veeraraghavan, V. P., & Alamer, S. A., et al. (2024). Geraniol attenuates oxidative stress and neuroinflammation-mediated cognitive impairment in D-galactose-induced mouse aging model. Aging.

Al-Saeedi, F., Rajendran, P., Tipre, D., Aladwani, H., Alenezi, S., Alqabandi, M., Alkhamis, A., Redha, A., Mohammad, A., & Ahmad, F., et al. (2023). The effect of COVID-19 on nuclear medicine and radiopharmacy activities: A global survey. Scientific Reports.

Al-Saeedi, F., & Rajendran, P. (2023). 13-cis-retinoic acid affects brain perfusion and function: In vivo study. Molecular Imaging.

Ava Kamdem | Best Researcher Award in Social Network Analysis 2025

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Mrs. Ava Kamdem | Social Network Analysis | Best Researcher Award

Columbia University | United States

Mrs. Ava Kamdem is a rising scholar and advocate whose academic and lived-experience journey converges at the intersection of psychology, human trafficking research, and social justice. Graduating B.A. in Psychology from Columbia University School of General Studies, she has already contributed to multiple peer-reviewed manuscripts on topics such as predicting victim versus offender status among female defendants in federal sex-trafficking prosecutions and mapping online sex-buyer networks via large-scale web scraping and social network analysis. Among these, two works are published or under review in journals including Victims & Offenders and Journal of Prevention & Intervention in the Community. While a specific h-index is not publicly confirmed, her early publications already show citation activity and scholarly engagement. Her research output spans qualitative coding of thousands of human trafficking cases, quantitative modeling in R and Python, and presentations at major conferences such as American Psychological Association and American Society of Criminology. Drawing upon her lived experience as a formerly incarcerated survivor of trafficking, Kamdem also holds leadership roles in student-organised advocacy, non-profit outreach, Social Network Analysis and institutional advisory groups. Her work embodies a commitment to both rigorous empiric inquiry and real-world impact in the policy, justice, and academic arenas.

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Featured Publication

Kamdem, A. (2025). Trafficker or trafficked? Predicting victim versus offender status of female defendants in federal sex trafficking prosecutions using the T.R.A.P. typology. Victims & Offenders.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Alison Lui | Ethics in Human-Robot Interaction | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Alison Lui | Ethics in Human-Robot Interaction | Best Researcher Award

Liverpool John Moores University | United Kingdom

Dr. Alison Tin Sum Lui is an Associate Professor in corporate and financial law at Liverpool John Moores university, where she also serves as the associate dean for global engagement and joint deputy head of the centre of study of law in theory and practice. She holds a Ph.d. from the University of Liverpool, an LL.m. in corporate and commercial law from the London school of economics, an LL.b. In european legal studies from the university of bristol, and completed the legal practice course at the university of law, London. with professional experience as a solicitor, she transitioned into academia as a research associate and later a senior lecturer before assuming her current roles. Dr. Lui has extensive teaching experience across LL.b., LL.m., and legal practice courses, specializing in company law, financial regulation, corporate governance, Ethics in Human-Robot Interaction and financial crime. she has supervised around 80 postgraduate dissertations and four successful ph.d. completions, with ongoing supervision of several doctoral projects. Her research focuses on corporate governance, financial regulation, and accountability in the age of artificial intelligence. To date, she has authored 19 scholarly documents, which have collectively received 208 citations, reflecting an h-index of 6 and demonstrating her growing influence in the field of corporate and financial law.

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Featured Publications

Lui, A. T., Ozor, P., Emma-Ebere, O., Uzochukwu, S., Ezemonye, L., & Odejimi, D. (2025, October 3). Correction: Improving women’s digital and financial inclusion in Nigeria: A nudging and capacity-based human rights framework. Journal of Banking Regulation.

Lui, A. T., Ozor, P., Emma-Ebere, O., Uzochukwu, S., Ezemonye, L., & Odejimi, D. (2025, September 17). Improving women’s digital and financial inclusion in Nigeria: A nudging and capacity-based human rights framework. Journal of Banking Regulation.

Lui, A. T., Womack, C., & Orton, P. (2025, July). Collaborative online international learning as a third space to improve students’ awareness of cybersecurity. Education and Information Technologies.

Ms. Ines Gharbi | Cybersecurity | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Ines Gharbi | Cybersecurity | Best Researcher Award

CNAM Paris | France

Dr. Ines Gharbi is an accomplished computer scientist with over many years of university research and teaching experience, nine years as an it consultant, and eleven years of engagement in the associative sector. currently serving as a research, development, and teaching engineer at Caplogy, France, she has delivered many hours of instruction in computer science, data science, artificial intelligence, and software development for engineering and master’s students. Her academic journey includes teaching and research positions at université paris nanterre and the faculty of sciences of tunis, where she specialized in databases, operational research, and web technologies. She is pursuing a ph.d. in computer science at cnam paris – cedric laboratory, under the supervision of Prof. Kamel Barkaoui, focusing on the optimal management of big data streams in the context of the industrial internet of things, Cybersecurity. Dr. Gharbi also holds a master’s and an engineering degree in computer science from the faculty of sciences of tunis el manar. her research interests span big data, ai, iot security, and smart energy systems. academically, She has contributed 2 research documents, which have received 7 citations, resulting in an h-index of 2, reflecting her growing impact in data-driven and industrial computing research.

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Featured Publication

Gharbi, I., Belaoued, M., Derhab, A., & Barkaoui, K. (2025, March 10). Exploring the landscape of IoT ransomware prediction through machine learning techniques: A comprehensive survey. SN Computer Science.

Dr. Jon Block | Orthopedic Spine Surgery | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Jon Block | Orthopedic Spine Surgery | Best Researcher Award

Vivex Biologics, Inc. | United States

Dr. Jon E. Block, Ph.d., is the chief clinical officer at Vivex Biologics, Inc., and a globally recognized authority on diseases of the musculoskeletal system, with particular expertise in bone imaging, orthopedics, spine surgery, and interventional pain management. Over his distinguished career, he has focused on understanding demineralization and degeneration of the human spine, Orthopedic Spine Surgery emphasizing preservation of the natural anatomy and functionality of the vertebral motion segment, especially the intervertebral disc. Dr. Block has conducted over 30 research projects and participated in more than 50 consultancy and industry collaborations, resulting in 160 published documents with a total of 4,937 citations and an h-index of 37. He gained early prominence as the associate director of the osteoporosis research group at ucsf, the world’s leading center for quantitative bone imaging and vertebral fracture research. his recent contributions have renewed global interest in restorative and regenerative therapies aimed at maintaining intervertebral disc health and improving outcomes for patients with lumbar discogenic pain. Dr. Block is also pioneering the integration of advanced musculoskeletal imaging, artificial intelligence, and robotics into complex motion-preserving spine surgery, While exploring the potential of quantum computing to optimize and personalize regenerative therapies. His work continues to shape the future of spine care and musculoskeletal research worldwide.

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Featured Publications

Lorio, M. P., Nunley, P. D., Heller, J. E., McCormack, B. M., Lewandrowski, K.-U., & Block, J. E. (2024, August). Clinical implementation of tissue-sparing posterior cervical fusion: Addressing market access challenges. Journal of Personalized Medicine.

Hubbell, P. J., Roth, B., & Block, J. E. (2023, July). Comparative evaluation of mineralized bone allografts for spinal fusion surgery. Journal of Functional Biomaterials.

Latif, U., Hubbell, P. J., Tubic, G., Guerrero, L. A., Skaribas, I. M., & Block, J. E. (2023, July). Minimally invasive postero-inferior sacroiliac joint fusion: Surgical technique and procedural details. Journal of Personalized Medicine.

Lorio, M. P., Beall, D. P., Calodney, A. K., Lewandrowski, K.-U., Block, J. E., & Mekhail, N. (2023, May). Defining the patient with lumbar discogenic pain: Real-world implications for diagnosis and effective clinical management. Journal of Personalized Medicine.

Schlesinger, S. M., Maggio, D., Lorio, M. P., Lewandrowski, K.-U., & Block, J. E. (2023, March). Comparison of transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion in the ambulatory surgery center and traditional hospital settings, part 2: Assessment of surgical safety in Medicare beneficiaries. Journal of Personalized Medicine.

Dr. Ishrat Jan | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Ishrat Jan | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Sher-e- Kashmir University of Agricultural Science & Technology | India

Dr. Ishrat is a dedicated researcher and senior technical assistant at the research centre for residue and quality analysis (rcrqa), sher-e-kashmir university of agricultural science & technology, Shalimar, Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India. She holds an m.sc. in organic chemistry from the university of kashmir and has extensive expertise in chromatography, spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, analytical chemistry, pesticide residue analysis, and toxicology. With over eight years of professional experience, she has contributed significantly to research on method validation, Analytical Chemistry, quantification of pesticides, natural products, vitamins, antibiotics, and heavy metals using advanced analytical instruments such as gc-ms/ms, lc-ms/ms, and icp-ms/ms. Her strong technical and analytical skills have supported national research initiatives and nabl-accredited laboratory standards. An active academic contributor, ms. ishrat has 32 research documents, 162 citing documents, 272 total citations, and an h-index of 9, reflecting her growing impact in the scientific community. her research focuses on developing reliable analytical methods for food safety, environmental monitoring, and natural product chemistry. Through her dedication to excellence, collaboration, and innovation, ms. Ishrat continues to strengthen the field of analytical chemistry and contribute to sustainable scientific advancement.

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Featured Publications

Jan, I., Rashied, F., Malik, N. A., Mukhtar, M., Dudwal, R., & Kataria, A. (2025, November). Detection of pesticide residues in fruits and vegetables involving different chromatographic techniques (LC–MS/MS, GC–MS/MS, GC and HPLC). Biomedical Chromatography.

Amin, Z., Sheikh, P. A., Jan, I., Summuna, B., Dar, A. A., Wani, F. F., & Bhat, Z. A. (2024, July). Residues determination, risk assessment, and dissipation behavior of myclobutanil formulation on apple. Biomedical Chromatography.

Amin, Z., Sheikh, P. A., Jan, I., Summuna, B., & Mohiddin, F. A. (2024, May). Assessment of flusilazole residues on apples: Detection, quantification and health risk implications. Biomedical Chromatography.

Dar, A. A., Jan, I., Shah, M. D., Sofi, J. A., Hassan, G. I., & Dar, S. R. (2024, January). Monitoring and method validation of organophosphorus/organochlorine pesticide residues in vegetables and fruits by gas chromatography. Biomedical Chromatography.

Jan, I., Dar, A. A., Mukhtar, M., Shah, M. D., Wani, A. A., Dar, S. R., Dar, I. H., & Sofi, J. A. (2023, October). Dissipation kinetics, residue determination and consumer risk assessment of acephate on green pea by gas chromatography–electron capture detector. Biomedical Chromatography.

Prof. Adrian Oshioname Eberemu | Geotechnical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Adrian Oshioname Eberemu | Geotechnical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

ACENPEE Ahmadu Bello University Zaria | Nigeria

Prof. Adrian Oshioname Eberemu is a distinguished scholar in geotechnical and geoenvironmental engineering at the department of civil engineering, Ahmadu Bello university, Zaria, Nigeria. with over nineteen years of academic experience and prior professional practice as a geotechnical and civil engineer, he has made significant contributions to both research and engineering education. His expertise spans geo-material site characterization, Geotechnical Engineering, deep foundation engineering, sustainable reuse of waste materials for soil improvement, waste containment barriers, biogeochemical processes in geotechnical systems such as microbial induced calcite precipitation, and unsaturated soil behavior. He has supervised numerous undergraduate and postgraduate research projects, taught across several institutions including universiti teknologi malaysia, and produced a vast body of scholarly work comprising 82 published documents, attracting over 1,397 citations from 909 referencing documents. his research influence is reflected in an h-index of 31 on google scholar, 28 on researchgate, and 21 on scopus, underscoring his academic impact and leadership in advancing sustainable geotechnical engineering practices. Professor Eberemu’s dedication to optimization of geotechnical processes and innovation in engineering education continues to inspire emerging researchers and shape modern approaches in geotechnical and geoenvironmental engineering across nigeria and beyond.

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Featured Publications

Yohanna, P., Eberemu, A. O., Ijimdiya, T. S., & Osinubi, K. J. (2022, January 22). The effect of B. coagulans and moulding water content on the unconfined compressive strength of lateritic soil. Engineering Science & Technology.

Babatunde, A. Q., Eberemu, A. O., Yohanna, P., & Osinubi, K. J. (2020, October). Effect of elapsed time after mixing on the strength properties of lime–iron ore tailings treated black cotton soil as a road construction material. Infrastructures, 5(11), 89.

Osinubi, K. J., Oluremi, J. R., Eberemu, A. O., & Ijimdiya, S. T. (2017). Interaction of landfill leachate with compacted lateritic soil–waste wood ash mixture. Proceedings of the Institution of Civil Engineers: Waste and Resource Management, 170(3), 123–132.

Etim, R. K., Eberemu, A. O., & Osinubi, K. J. (2017). Stabilization of black cotton soil with lime and iron ore tailings admixture. Transportation Geotechnics, 10, 85–95.

Oluremi, J. R., Eberemu, A. O., Ijimdiya, T. S., & Osinubi, K. J. (2016). Absorption and diffusion potential of waste wood ash-treated lateritic soil. In Geotechnical Special Publication (Vol. 270, pp. 97–106). American Society of Civil Engineers.