Jiyoon Lee | Graph Data | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Jiyoon Lee | Graph Data | Best Researcher Award

Ewha Womans University | South Korea

Ms. Jiyoon Lee is a doctoral researcher in Big Data Analytics at Ewha Womans University, Seoul, Korea, with expertise in graph data structures, algorithms, and GeoAI applications. Her research explores urban mobility, safety, and congestion management through advanced spatiotemporal modeling. She has presented her work at major conferences, including SIGSPATIAL 2025, where she introduced a novel GraphLSTM-Attn framework for modeling stopped vehicle dynamics on urban backstreets, and Asiacarto 2024, where she proposed a CCTV-based trajectory algorithm for road congestion and alleyway safety. Her scholarly contributions include multiple publications in the ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information, such as studies on pedestrian congestion and safety in urban alleyways and the development of PGTFT, a lightweight graph-attention temporal fusion transformer for predicting pedestrian congestion in shadow areas. Through her innovative research at the intersection of graph data and GeoAI, she continues to advance data-driven solutions for safer and more efficient urban environments.

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Featured Publications

"PGTFT: A Lightweight Graph-Attention Temporal Fusion Transformer for Predicting Pedestrian Congestion in Shadow Areas"

"Correction: Lee, J.; Kang, Y. A Dynamic Algorithm for Measuring Pedestrian Congestion and Safety in Urban Alleyways. ISPRS Int. J. Geo-Inf. 2024, 13, 434"

"A Dynamic Algorithm for Measuring Pedestrian Congestion and Safety in Urban Alleyways"

Bin Song | Technological Networks | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Bin Song | Technological Networks | Best Researcher Award

Southwest Petroleum University | China

Dr. Bin Song, Doctor of Engineering, is an Associate Researcher and Master's Supervisor at Southwest Petroleum University. His research is dedicated to gas safety and integrity assessment, hydrogen storage and transportation, and efficient utilization. He has authored more than 20 high-level academic papers, with 16 indexed in SCI, and holds 4 national invention patents, including one that has successfully undergone technological transformation. In addition, he has contributed to the compilation of 2 industry/township standards, reflecting his active role in advancing research and practice in the field.

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Featured Publications

"Experimental and numerical study on explosion characteristics and hazards of methane-air mixtures in a chamber"

"Gas dispersion and non-uniform explosion characteristics in large dining venues: numerical simulation and experimental validation"

"Quantitative risk assessment of gas leakage and explosion in open kitchens and partitioned kitchens"

Yanyan Feng | Quantum Image Processing | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Yanyan Feng | Quantum Image Processing | Best Researcher Award

Central South University of Forestry and Technology | China

Dr. Yanyan Feng received her Ph.D. degree in Computer Science and Technology from Central South University, Changsha, China, in 2021, after completing her B.S. degree at Henan University and her M.S. degree at Central South University. Since September 2021, she has been affiliated with Central South University of Forestry and Technology. Her research focuses on quantum machine learning and quantum private communication, and she has authored or coauthored more than 20 peer-reviewed papers in leading journals such as IEEE Transactions on Knowledge and Data Engineering, Advanced Quantum Technologies, Quantum Information Processing, Journal of Physics A: Mathematical and Theoretical, and Chinese Physics B. She has been recognized as a “top-cited author (first author)” for one of the top 2% most-cited papers in Chinese Physics B (2019) and in Acta Physica Sinica. As a project leader, Dr. Feng has directed four provincial and ministerial-level projects, including the National Natural Science Foundation of China Youth Project and the Furong Plan Youth Talent Project. In addition, she actively contributes to the academic community as a reviewer for journals such as Quantum Science and Technology, New Journal of Physics, Quantum Information Processing, and Journal of Physics A: Mathematical and Theoretical.

Profiles: Scopus

Featured Publications

"Variational Shadow Quantum Circuits Assisted Quantum Convolutional Neural Network"

"Thermal state continuous-variable quantum key distribution via fast fading channel"

"Effects of gravity on passive-state continuous variable quantum key distribution"

Evanimek Bernardo Sabino da Silva | Physical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Evanimek Bernardo Sabino da Silva | Physical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte | Brazil

Dr. Evanimek Bernardo Sabino da Silva is a distinguished chemical engineer and researcher with extensive experience in chemistry, geophysics, mining, and environmental consulting. He earned his Bachelor’s and Doctorate degrees in Chemistry, as well as a Master’s in Geophysics, from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN), where he also completed postdoctoral research at the Institute of Chemistry. Complementing this, he pursued postdoctoral studies in materials chemistry at the University of Santiago de Chile. His professional career includes roles as a Mining Technician at Codelco do Brasil Mineração LTDA, Geophysics Technician at the Rio Grande do Norte Research Support Foundation, and Full-Level Chemist at Mona Environmental Consulting. He further advanced his expertise as a Postdoctoral researcher at both UFRN and Universidad de Santiago de Chile, before contributing as a Chemical Engineer at Nucleo Advisory Engineering S.A. His research interests encompass advanced materials, green synthesis, and nanotechnology, notably focusing on Sol-Gel protein methods for nanoparticle preparation and sustainable systems for Ni and Co ferrites using cashew gum precursors. Through his multidisciplinary career across Brazil and Chile, Dr. Sabino da Silva has demonstrated a strong commitment to scientific innovation, environmental sustainability, and applied chemical engineering solutions.

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Featured Publications

"Assessing the Origin and Mapping the Extension of Salinity Around Shrimp Culture Ponds in Rio Grande Do Norte (Brazil)"

"Synthesis of spinel ferrites from cashew gum for microwave devices application"

"Production of nanostructured ternary oxides of the pure and rare earth-doped perovskite type"

"Green chemistry synthesis of wolframites: An investigation about stoichiometric ratios, optical, structural, vibrational, and physico-chemical properties"

"(Bi13Co11)Co2O40–Co3O4 composites: Synthesis, structural and magnetic properties"

Katerina Sergi | Translational Research | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Katerina Sergi | Translational Research | Best Researcher Award

Social Science Research Center at Mississippi State University | United States

Dr. Katerina Sergi is an accomplished educational psychologist with a Ph.D. from Mississippi State University, an M.A. in Applied Social Research, and a B.A. in Psychology from Queens College, CUNY. She currently serves as Assistant Research Professor at the Social Science Research Center, MSU, leading projects in early childhood education, early intervention, mental health awareness, and public health evaluation. Dr. Sergi has extensive experience in both research and applied settings, including roles as Research Associate at MSU, adjunct instructor at Delta State University, and international research coordinator in Greece. Her work encompasses quantitative and qualitative research, technical report authorship, and presentations at national and international conferences on topics ranging from early childhood development and educational interventions to assistive technology and AI applications in social science research. Dr. Sergi’s contributions have influenced policy, practice, and professional development, highlighting her commitment to evidence-based strategies that support children, families, and educational professionals.

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Featured Publications

"Down the Digital Delta: Health Information Inequities Among Rural Mississippi Caregivers"

"Compensation challenges in early childhood education: an analysis of Mississippi’s child care workforce"

"Assistive technology use in the workplace by people with blindness and low vision: Perceived skill level, satisfaction, and challenges"

"Factors That Influence Physical Activity in Individuals With Down Syndrome: Perspectives of Guardians and Health Professionals"

"Self-Regulatory Metacognitive Skill Use in Elementary Students During Computer and Paper Reading Assignments: A Qualitative Study"

Asmaa Said | Energy | Women Researcher Award

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Dr. Asmaa Said | Energy | Women Researcher Award

Egyptian Petroleum Research Institute | Egypt

Dr. Asmaa Said is an accomplished researcher and academic in the field of chemistry, specializing in applied physical and organic chemistry with a strong focus on refining technologies and photocatalytic processes. She earned her Ph.D. in Science from Ain-Shams University (2016), where she explored diesel fuel improvement through photocatalytic desulphurization, preceded by an M.Sc. from Menofia University (2008) on triazole and oxadiazole derivatives with potential biological activity, and a B.Sc. in Science from Menofia University (2004, Very Good, 83.61%). Currently serving as Head of the Physical Refining Laboratory and Assistant Professor at the Egyptian Petroleum Research Institute (EPRI), Dr. Said has held progressive roles since 2012, advancing from chemist to researcher and academic leader. Her technical expertise spans advanced analytical and material characterization techniques, including XRD, GC, NMR, Raman, HPLC, FTIR, TGA, HRTEM, FSEM, BET, and nanotechnology applications. She is an active reviewer for prestigious journals such as ACS Applied Nano Materials, International Journal of Hydrogen and Energy, and Chemical Engineering Journal, while also holding memberships in international bodies including the Royal Society of Chemistry, American Chemical Society, and ESAMNT. Dr. Said contributes to major scientific projects such as perovskite solar cell development and green hydrogen generation and has completed advanced training programs in leadership, intellectual property, entrepreneurship, data analysis, and research methodology. Dedicated to community engagement, she has served as a scientific judge and mentor in national science competitions, supervised student projects, and actively promotes innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration. She has presented her research at international conferences on petroleum, chemistry, and environmental sustainability, highlighting her pioneering work in photocatalytic fuel desulfurization and sustainable energy solutions.

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Featured Publications

"Biofuel production from waste residuals: comprehensive insights into biomass conversion technologies and engineered biochar applications"

"Ultrasound-assisted synthesis of biomass-derived carbon-supported binary metal oxides for efficient adsorption of heavy metals from wastewater"

"Bio-inspired synergistic influence of novel CaTiO3@Chitosan composites for effective green hydrogen generation via photocatalytic water splitting under visible-light"

"Tailoring charge transfer in Cu-MOF-derived CuO @[OMIM]Br ionic liquid p-n heterojunction photocatalysts for enhanced green hydrogen production via photocatalytic water splitting"

"TiO2@Metal organic framework Ni2(BDC)2(DABCO) as an efficient water splitting heterogeneous photocatalyst for enhanced green hydrogen generation under visible light"

Shimanto Saha | Technological Networks | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Shimanto Saha | Technological Networks | Best Researcher Award

Bangladesh University of Business and Technology | Bangladesh

Shimanto Saha is a Lecturer in the Department of Management at Bangladesh University of Business and Technology (BUBT), where he leverages his academic background, research expertise, and professional skills to create a dynamic and engaging learning environment. He holds an MBA in Human Resource Management and a BBA in Management Studies from Mawlana Bhashani Science and Technology University, where he consistently achieved academic distinction and is a prospective recipient of the Dean’s List Award. His research contributions include several co-authored peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters published in internationally recognized outlets, covering diverse areas such as cryptocurrency, mobile financial services, and entrepreneurship, reflecting his interdisciplinary engagement with contemporary issues in finance, management, and technology. Alongside his academic pursuits, Shimanto has professional experience in digital content strategy and community engagement, having served as a marketing contributor at 10 Minute School. His academic, research, and professional endeavors demonstrate a strong commitment to mentoring future business leaders, fostering innovation, and contributing meaningfully to both scholarly discourse and practical applications in management and business research.

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Featured Publications

"Riding the Bitcoin Wave: Attitude and Adoption in Bangladesh"

"Enhancing banking performance through regulatory technology: Analyzing cost reduction, sustainability, and profitability in Bangladesh's banking sector"

"Impact of Macroeconomic Factors on Performance of Banks in Bangladesh"

"Nexus between perception, purpose of use, technical challenges and satisfaction for mobile financial services: theory and empirical evidence from Bangladesh"

"Factors influencing the adoption of cryptocurrency in Bangladesh: an investigation using the technology acceptance model (TAM)"

Edwin Tonderai Mombeshora | Energy Materials | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Edwin Tonderai Mombeshora | Energy Materials | Best Researcher Award

University of Pretoria | South Africa

Dr. Edwin Tonderai Mombeshora is a materials chemist and academic currently serving as Lecturer in Physical Chemistry at the University of Pretoria (since January 2025), where he teaches undergraduate and postgraduate courses, supervises honours and postgraduate students, and coordinates second-year Physical Chemistry practicals, with a research focus on materials development and physicochemical characterization for energy storage applications. He previously lectured in Physical and Materials Chemistry at the University of Zimbabwe (2022–2024) and held several research positions, including Postdoctoral Fellowships at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, Swansea University, and the University of the Witwatersrand, specializing in nanomaterials science, electrochemical energy storage systems, biorefinery, and energy conversion. Dr. Mombeshora earned his PhD (2018) and MSc (2015) in Materials Chemistry from the University of KwaZulu-Natal and a BSc Honours in Chemistry (2011) from the University of Zimbabwe. His expertise spans nanotechnology, carbon materials, and energy devices such as solar cells and supercapacitors. He is the recipient of several prestigious fellowships and research grants, including awards from the Water Research Commission, the Australia Africa Universities Network, and the University of Johannesburg’s Global Excellence Stature Fellowship, as well as the SACI Postgraduate Award (2018). Dr. Mombeshora has supervised and mentored students across undergraduate, MSc, and PhD levels, contributed to international conferences, served as guest editor for MDPI’s Processes, and co-authored research articles in leading journals such as RSC Materials Advances, Journal of Materials Science, and Journal of Nanobiotechnology. He is also co-inventor of a US-patented electroconductive composite (2020) and an active member of professional bodies including the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) and the South African Chemical Institute (SACI).

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Featured Publications

"Pristine graphene oxide treatment of wastewater from a typical sub-tropical mine in Chegutu, Zimbabwe"

"Towards high-performance dye-sensitized solar cells by utilizing reduced graphene oxide-based composites as potential alternatives to conventional electrodes: A review"

"The prospects of biologically derived materials in perovskite solar cells"

"Towards high-performance lithium-ion batteries by introducing graphene-based materials into LiFePO4 cathodes: A review"

"Dynamics of reduced graphene oxide: synthesis and structural models"

Anna Maria Pittaluga | Biological Networks | Top Researcher Award

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Prof. Anna Maria Pittaluga | Biological Networks | Top Researcher Award

University of Genoa | Italy

Anna Maria Pittaluga is a distinguished pharmacologist with a PhD in Pharmacology and Toxicology from the University of Turin (1990), and MSc degrees in Pharmacy (1983) and in Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology with honors (1982) from the University of Genova. She has built a long-standing academic career at the University of Genoa, where she has served as Assistant Professor (1993–2003), Associate Professor (2004–2019), and currently as Full Professor of Pharmacology since 2019. Earlier in her career, she gained international research experience as a Research Fellow at the Italian National Research Council (1990–1992) and as a Foreign Research Associate at Collège de France in Paris (1988–1989). Her scientific interests focus on neurotransmitter release mechanisms, receptor interactions, the effects of HIV-1 proteins and chemokines on central neurotransmission, synaptic function in multiple sclerosis, the neuro-immune interface, and the role of nutraceutics in brain health. She has led numerous national and international projects funded by the Italian Ministry of Research, Ministry of Health, and European programs, serving as principal investigator on studies addressing neuroinflammation, depression, synaptopathies, and the gut-brain axis. Proficient in English and French, in addition to her native Italian, Professor Pittaluga has made significant contributions to advancing pharmacological research with strong translational and clinical implications.

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Featured Publications

"Correction: Vallarino et al. Healthy Properties of a New Formulation of Pomegranate-Peel Extract in Mice Suffering from Experimental Autoimmune Encephalomyelitis"

"Unveiling Niaprazine’s Potential: Behavioral Insights into a Re-Emerging Anxiolytic Agent"

"Complement tunes glutamate release and supports synaptic impairments in an animal model of multiple sclerosis"

"Anti-NMDA and Anti-AMPA Receptor Antibodies in Central Disorders: Preclinical Approaches to Assess Their Pathological Role and Translatability to Clinic"

"Presynaptic Release-Regulating Sphingosine 1-Phosphate 1/3 Receptors in Cortical Glutamatergic Terminals: Adaptations in EAE Mice and Impact of Therapeutic FTY720"

Mahdieh Azizian | Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Mahdieh Azizian | Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award

Kerman University of Medical Sciences | Iran

Dr. Mahdieh Azizian is an accomplished scholar in Applied Mathematics with a Ph.D. in Numerical Analysis from Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman, where her doctoral research focused on optimizing dynamical models of tumor control using fuzzy dynamical systems. Building on her earlier M.Sc. and B.Sc. degrees in Applied Mathematics from the same university, she has developed a strong expertise in mathematical modeling, bioinformatics, epidemiology, and cancer research. Over the years, Dr. Azizian has actively contributed as a lecturer and workshop instructor in numerous national and international academic forums, covering topics such as cancer mathematical modeling, numerical methods, data mining, and interdisciplinary applications of mathematics in medical sciences. She has also held key academic and administrative roles, including membership in the Research Council of the School of Medicine and serving as Superintendent of the Statistics Department at Kerman University of Medical Sciences. Recognized for her teaching excellence, she was honored as a Superior Instructor in 2014, in addition to receiving distinctions as a top student during her academic studies. Through her extensive teaching, research, and administrative experiences, Dr. Azizian has established herself as a dedicated educator and researcher at the intersection of mathematics and medical sciences.

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Featured Publications

"An interval version of Black–Scholes European option pricing model and its numerical solution"

"Time Series Model for Forecasting the Prevalence of Some Important Parasitic Infections in Slaughtered Sheep in North-Central Iran"

"Estimating the Number of COVID-19 Cases and Impact of New COVID-19 Variants and Vaccination on the Population in Kerman, Iran: A Mathematical Modeling Study"

"A Brief History of Listening Comprehension in Second Language Teaching and Learning"

"An Empirical Study on the Effects of Using Kahoot as a Game-Based Learning Tool on EFL Learners’ Vocabulary Recall and Retention"