Ibrahim Ahmad | Dairy Production | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Ibrahim Ahmad | Dairy Production | Best Researcher Award

University of Tasmania | Australia

Dr. Ibrahim Ahmad is a veterinary scientist with extensive experience in livestock health, production, and sustainable agriculture. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Agriculture with a focus on sustainable livestock production and a Graduate Certificate in Research at the University of Tasmania, Australia, where his research involves developing anti-methanogenic feed additives from Asparagopsis bromoform to mitigate enteric methane emissions in ruminants. He earned his M.Sc. in Veterinary Medicine (Research) from Ahmadu Bello University, Nigeria, investigating bovine tuberculosis in slaughtered cattle, and his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Nigeria, where he studied the prevalence of Campylobacter species in meat. Dr. Ahmad has held progressive roles in the Directorate of Animal Health and Livestock Development in Gusau, Nigeria, serving as Senior Veterinary Officer, Meat Inspector, and Livestock Production Consultant. His professional expertise spans herd health management, disease surveillance, veterinary diagnostics, zoonotic disease monitoring, reproductive biotechnologies, and sustainable livestock practices. He has contributed significantly to research and policy recommendations for improving animal welfare, farm efficiency, and reducing the environmental footprint of livestock production in Nigeria and beyond.

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Featured Publications

"A comprehensive review on microbial production and significant applications of multifunctional biomolecules: biosurfactants. N Sharma, YK Ahlawat, AJ Sharma, N Chamoli, M Thakur, A Sharma, Biodegradation, 2025"

"Staged Embolization of a double arteriovenous malformation in adutls. A Ahmed, MI Farid, AI Aburabee, SN Ahmed, I Ahmad, AA Khan Biological and clinical sciences research journal, 2024"

"A discourse of non-alcoholic steatohepatitis. M Ahmed, South African Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, 2024"

"On Non-Linear Fractional Order Coupled Pantograph Differential Equations under Nonlocal Boundary Conditions, TWMS. J K Shah, T Abdeljawad, I Ahmad, Pure and Appl. Math, 2024"

"A case of rabies outbreak in a bull-calf from Nigeria. I Ahmad, SW Audu, BY Kaltungo, SU Dandare, U Muhammad, AY Sadiq, Journal of the Hellenic Veterinary Medical Society, 2023"

Sajid Mehmood | Biological Networks | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Sajid Mehmood | Biological Networks | Best Researcher Award

Indira Gandhi National Tribal University Amarkantak | India

Dr. Sajid Mehmood is an emerging researcher in the field of nanoscience and chemistry, currently pursuing his Ph.D. (2021–2024) at Indira Gandhi National Tribal University, Amarkantak, Madhya Pradesh — a Central University established by an Act of Parliament, Government of India. He holds an M.Sc. in Chemistry (2017–2019) from Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University, Uttarakhand, and a B.Sc. (2013–2017) from Govt. Degree College, Poonch, affiliated with the University of Jammu, Jammu & Kashmir. His academic excellence and research contributions have been recognized through prestigious honors, including qualifying the national-level GATE examination (2020), receiving the UGC University Fellowship (2021–2024), and earning the IRSD Excellence in Research and Development Award (2025). Dr. Mehmood’s research focuses on nanoparticle synthesis to develop advanced materials with precise structural properties for applications in healthcare, sustainable energy, and agriculture. His work encompasses nanoparticle synthesis using multiple methods, characterization for structural analysis, and exploring applications such as targeted drug delivery, environmental catalysis, sensors, and energy storage. Through his ongoing research, he aims to advance nanomaterial innovation to promote technological growth, sustainability, and national development.

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Featured Publications

"A comprehensive review on microbial production and significant applications of multifunctional biomolecules: biosurfactants. N Sharma, YK Ahlawat, AJ Sharma, N Chamoli, M Thakur, A Sharma, Biodegradation, 2025"

"Microbial Enzymes in Industrial Biotechnology: Sources, Production and Significant Applications of Lipases. N Sharma, YK Ahlawat, N Stalin, S Mehmood, S Morya, A Malik, J Nellore, Journal of Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology, 2025"

"Industrially Significant Extremophiles and Their Unexplored Habitats in Hot Water Springs N Sharma, YK Ahlawat, S Mehmood, AJ Sharma, P Thakur, A Malik, Geomicrobiology Journal, 2025"

"Molecular NiII Complexes as Bifunctional Electrocatalysts for O2 Evolution and Urea Electro‐Oxidation Reaction. N Kumar, L Wagh, S Mehmood, AK Das, TK Ghorai, ChemPlusChem, 2025"

"Effect of ZnMgO 2 nanoparticles used as a nanofertilizer: promoting the growth activities of rice seedlings. Environmental Science: Nano, S Mehmood, N Kumar, A Mansoori, M Mohan, A Kumar, TK Ghorai, 2024"

"Design and Development of Sustainable Cu2 (II)- and Mn2 (III)-Embedded Bifunctional Electrocatalysts: Enhanced Hydrogen and Oxygen Generation. N Kumar, L Wagh, S Mehmood, AK Das, TK Ghorai, Inorganic Chemistry 63, 2024"

"A new copper molybdate-doped aluminium phosphate nanocomposite heterostructure for photoreduction of aqueous 2-NA and 4-NA. TK Ghorai, S Chakraborty, N Satpute, S Mehmood, N Kumar, SK Sahu, Materials Advances, 2023"

Xiaosuo Wang | Technological Networks | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Xiaosuo Wang | Technological Networks | Best Researcher Award

The University of Sydney | Australia

Dr. Xiaosuo Wang is a distinguished researcher specializing in mass spectrometry, metabolomics, lipidomics, and proteomics, with deep expertise in vascular biology and heart failure. She earned her PhD in Medicine from the University of Sydney in 2009, focusing on novel ELISA methods to detect oxidised apolipoproteins in cardiovascular disease, following a master’s degree in Physiology and Pharmacology from the University of New South Wales and a bachelor’s in Biomedical Engineering from the Fourth Military Medical University, China. Currently a Senior Research Fellow and Senior Lecturer at the University of Sydney’s Charles Perkins Centre, she leads pioneering projects in biomarker discovery, metabolic assays, and multi-omics platform development for applications in liver disease, heart failure, and population health. Her work integrates advanced mass spectrometry, lipidomics, and metabolomics workflows with translational innovations such as point-of-care assays and biosensor development. Previously, as a Metabolomics Research Scientist at the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute and Manager of the Bosch Mass Spectrometry Facility, she developed over 60 advanced LC-MS assays and supported a wide range of biological and clinical research. Dr. Wang’s prolific contributions include more than 40 peer-reviewed publications, numerous conference presentations, and significant advancements in analytical methodologies for precision medicine.

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Featured Publications

"Rapid On-Demand Point-of-Care Monitoring of Clozapine and Its Metabolite Norclozapine Using Miniature Mass Spectrometry. Pharmaceuticals, Xiaosuo Wang; Wei Yi Lew; Yang Yang; Nan Zhang; Jiexun Bu; Zhentao Li; Michael Fitzpatrick; Paul Bonnitcha; David Sullivan; Wenpeng Zhang et al., 2025"

"The Heart Has Intrinsic Ketogenic Capacity that Mediates NAD + Therapy in HFpEF, Circulation Research, Yen Chin Koay; Bailey McIntosh; Yann Huey Ng; Yang Cao; Xiao Suo Wang; Yanchuang Han; Saki Tomita; Angela Yu Bai; Benjamin Hunter; Ashish Misra et al., 2025"

"Cardiac Substrate Utilization and Relationship to Invasive Exercise Hemodynamic Parameters in HFpEF, JACC. Basic to translational science, O'Sullivan JF; Li M; Koay YC; Wang XS; Guglielmi G; Marques FZ; Nanayakkara S; Mariani J; Slaughter E; Kaye DM, 2024"

"The first human normative ranges and biomarker performance of dimethylguanidino valeric acid isoforms in fatty liver disease, Pathology, Qadri S; Wang X; Tran C; Fitzpatrick M; Bonnitcha P; Sullivan D; Yki-Järvinen H; O'Sullivan JF, 2023"

"Destabilization of Atherosclerotic Plaque by Bilirubin Deficiency, Circulation Research, Weiyu Chen; Sergey Tumanov; Christopher P. Stanley; Stephanie M.Y. Kong; James Nadel; Niv Vigder; Darren L. Newington; Xiao Suo Wang; Louise L. Dunn; Roland Stocker, 2025"

Ivan Beloev | Energy Efficiency | Top Researcher Award

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Prof. Ivan Beloev | Energy Efficiency | Top Researcher Award

University of Ruse "Angel Kunchev" | Bulgaria

Prof. Ivan Beloev is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of transport technology and management, currently serving as the Head of the Center for Continuing Education and the Head of the Department of Transport at Ruse “Angel Kanchev” University, where he is also a Professor in Technology and Transport Management. His professional journey at the same institution spans over a decade, beginning as an Assistant in 2014 and progressing through roles as Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor. Prof. Beloev holds a Ph.D. in Transport, Shipping, and Aviation (2014–2015), with a dissertation focused on developing and researching modular systems for combined energy supply and emission monitoring in road transport. He also earned his Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Technology and Management of Transport from Ruse “Angel Kanchev” University. An active contributor to numerous national and international research and educational projects, his work includes initiatives under the Operational Program “Science and Education for Smart Growth” and national programs such as “Low-Carbon Energy for Transport and Household” and “Intelligent Livestock Breeding.” Prof. Beloev has led and participated in projects on multimodal transport technologies, driver training simulators, and digitalization in urban transport systems. His scholarly contributions include co-authoring the monograph Modelling of the Interaction of the Different Vehicles and Various Transport Modes: The Danube River, Multimodality and Intermodality (Springer, 2019), reflecting his commitment to advancing sustainable and intelligent transport systems.

Profiles: Google Scholar

Featured Publications

"Natural and Waste Materials for Desulfurization of Gaseous Fuels and Petroleum Products.  Fuels, I Iliev, A Filimonova, A Chichirov, A Vlasova, R Kamalieva, I Beloev, 2025"

"Modeling of Measuring Transducers for Relay Protection Systems of Electrical Installations, I Iliev, A Kryukov, K Suslov, N Kodolov, A Kryukov, I Beloev, Y Valeeva, 2025"

"Approach to Optimising and managing warehouse stocks in a car service. Baltic Journal of Economic Studies, I Beloev, D Grozev, 2025"

"Investigation in energy parameters of process of compacted soil transportation by flexible sectional screw conveyor, 24th International Scientific Conference, V Bulgakov, O Glazunova, O Trokhaniak, A Almeida, A Rucins, A Aboltins, 2025"

"Development of a Hybrid Expert Diagnostic System for Power Transformers Based on the Integration of Computational and Measurement Complexes, Energies, I Beloev, ME Alpatov, MS Garifullin, IF Galiev, SF Rakhmankulov, I Iliev, 2025"

Sharif Iraqu | Material Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Sharif Iraqu | Material Science | Best Researcher Award

Indira Gandhi National Tribal University | India

Dr. Sharif Iraqu is a dedicated researcher and academician in the field of Chemistry, currently serving as a Guest Lecturer at the Department of Chemistry, Naveen Government Girls College, Pendra Road, Chhattisgarh. He completed his Ph.D. in Chemistry from Indira Gandhi National Tribal University (a Central University established by an Act of Parliament, Government of India), Amarkantak, Madhya Pradesh, with his doctoral thesis focusing on “Selectivity in metal ion sensing and dye degradation capabilities of chalcopyrite and cadmium sulfide nanoparticles.” He also holds an M.Sc. (2020) and B.Sc. (Hons.) (2018) in Chemistry from the same university. Dr. Iraqu has contributed as a Project Associate at Indira Gandhi National Tribal University under a project funded by the Inter-University Accelerator Centre (IUAC), Delhi, and has been recognized with prestigious fellowships, including the UGC-University Fellowship (2021–2023) and IUAC Project Fellowship (2023–2024). His research primarily centers on the synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials with enhanced functionalities for environmental applications, such as wastewater treatment and pollutant removal. His work encompasses photocatalytic dye degradation, heavy metal ion sensing, insecticide detection, and theoretical studies using Density Functional Theory (DFT) to explore molecular interactions and reactivity. Dr. Iraqu’s future research aims to design functional semiconductor nanomaterials and heterojunction architectures for efficient water purification, environmental remediation, and large-scale photocatalytic applications, bridging theoretical insights with experimental advancements for sustainable technological solutions.

Profiles: Orcid 

Featured Publications

"Bi-functional aqueous starch capped CdS quantum dots synthesis and their application as sensor of heavy metal-ions as well as photocatalytic dye degradation, Journal of Molecular Liquids, Sajiya Iraqui; Arati Dubey; Irudhayaraj Savarimuthu; Ajay Shankar; Adhish Jaiswal; Indra Bahadur; Imran Uddin; Faruq Mohammad, 2023"

Damandeep Kaur | Technological Networks | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Damandeep Kaur | Technological Networks | Best Researcher Award

Institute of Applied Physics 'Nello Carrara' | Italy

Dr. Damandeep Kaur is a dedicated researcher in Materials Science and Engineering, currently serving as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Institute of Applied Physics, CNR, Florence (since July 2024). She earned her Ph.D. (2017–2022) from Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology, Patiala, India, where her thesis focused on biobased silica from rice husk and straw for the synthesis of biocompatible glasses. She also holds an M.Sc. in Physics (2011–2013) from Kanya Maha Vidyalaya, Jalandhar, affiliated with Guru Nanak Dev University, where she studied the optical properties of magnesium borate glasses. With over a decade of academic and research experience, she previously served as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Trento, Italy (2022–2024), and as a Teaching Associate at Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology (2018–2021). Dr. Kaur has actively participated in numerous international conferences, workshops, and schools across Europe and North America, including events organized by the American Ceramics Society and European Ceramics Society. She is an active member of several professional bodies such as the American Ceramics Society, European Ceramics Society (Italy chapter), and the Royal Society of Chemistry, and contributes to the research community as a reviewer for Frontiers in Oncology. Her technical skills are enhanced through specialized training in COMSOL Multiphysics, MATLAB, and IELTS C1 certification, reflecting her strong interdisciplinary expertise in materials science, optics, and applied research.

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Featured Publications

"Structural, luminescent and in vitro studies of europium-doped soda lime phosphate glasses, Luminescence, Priya, R.; Kaur, D.; Attri, K.; Kaur, S.; Sharda, D.; Choudhury, D.; Pandey, O.P., 2024"

"Production of silica nanoparticles from rice husk and rice straw by fungal-mediated biotransformation using Pleurotus florida, Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery, Kaur, D.; Pandey, O.P.; Reddy, M.S., 2023"

"Effect of Crystalline Ceramic Oxide on the Densification-Crystallization Behavior of Binary Lithium-Di Silicate Glass Compositions, Proceedings of the American Society for Composites - 37th Technical Conference, ASC 2022, Rahman, A.; Kaur, D., 2022"

"In-vitro Reactivity and Antibacterial Activity of Agro-waste Derived Silicate and Phosphate Glasses, Research Square, Kaur, D.; Reddy, M.S.; Pandey, O.P., 2021"

"Agro waste as a source of bioactive glass for targeted drug delivery and bone implantation, Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology, Damandeep Kaur, 2021"

Venkataraman Thangadurai | Anode-Free Batteries | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Venkataraman Thangadurai | Anode-Free Batteries | Best Researcher Award

University of St Andrew | United Kingdom

Dr. Venkataraman Thangadurai is a distinguished materials chemist and electrochemist internationally recognized for his pioneering contributions to solid-state ionics, fuel cells, and all-solid-state battery technologies. He earned his Doctorate in Solid State Ionic Conductors from the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, under the mentorship of Professors J. Gopalakrishnan and A. K. Shukla in 1999, followed by a Habilitation in Solid State Ionic Devices at the University of Kiel, Germany, in 2004, under Professor W. Weppner. Dr. Thangadurai’s academic foundation was laid at the University of Madras, India, where he completed his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in chemistry. Currently, he serves as Professor and Chair in Energy at the University of St Andrews, Scotland, and Adjunct Professor at the University of Calgary, Canada, where he previously held several key roles including Research Excellence Chair and Associate Head (Graduate) of Chemistry. His career also includes prestigious fellowships such as the Alexander von Humboldt Fellowship and DAAD Guest Professorship in Germany. Dr. Thangadurai’s exceptional research excellence has been recognized through numerous international honors, including the 2025 Battery Division Research Award (The Electrochemical Society, USA), Fellowships of the Royal Society of Canada, The Electrochemical Society (USA), Royal Society of Chemistry (UK), and International Association of Advanced Materials (Sweden). A prolific researcher with extensive publications and conference contributions, he continues to advance the frontiers of energy materials, enabling sustainable innovations in electrochemical energy conversion and storage.

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Featured Publications

"A critical review on bismuth-based oxide ion electrolytes for low temperature solid oxide fuel cells: structure - chemical composition - ionic conductivity relationship"

"Demonstration of a 650 °C operating high-performance metal-supported solid oxide fuel cell using a Gd-doped CeO2 electrolyte, Ni anode and Sm(Ba0.5Sr0.5)Co2−xFexO5+δ–Ce0.9Gd0.1O2−δ cathode"

"Effect of bismuth substitution on structural, electrical and dielectric properties of barium zinc niobates"

"Li-stuffed garnet solid electrolytes: Current status, challenges, and perspectives for practical Li-metal batteries"

"Professor Ashok Kumar Shukla Dedicated to his Contribution to Practical Electrochemistry"

Sagir Muhammad Ahmad | Network Security | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Sagir Muhammad Ahmad | Network Security | Best Researcher Award

Cranfield University, Cranfield | United Kingdom

Mr. Sagir Muhammad Ahmad is an ambitious and dedicated researcher with strong expertise in simulation, mathematical modeling, and hardware security of IoT devices. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Transport Systems at Cranfield University, UK, focusing on “Trusted Drones for Infrastructure Testing.” His research aims to develop scalable, lightweight, and tamper-resilient trust mechanisms for drone swarms operating in decentralized and adversarial environments, integrating MATLAB/SIMULINK simulations and Python-based algorithms to ensure security, scalability, and defense against attack models. With a Distinction in MSc Engineering Management from the University of Greenwich, UK, and a BSc in Marine Engineering from the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport, Egypt, he has built a strong multidisciplinary foundation. His academic achievements are complemented by professional experience with the Nigerian Ports Authority, where he served under the ICT Department, and hands-on sea training aboard the Aida 4 vessel in Alexandria, Egypt. Known for his hardworking, sociable nature and passion for collaboration across cultures, Mr. Ahmad aspires to contribute to academia and industry through innovative research and real-world engineering applications.

Profiles: Orcid

Featured Publications

"Building Trust in Autonomous Aerial Systems: A Review of Hardware-Rooted Trust Mechanisms"

Ivan Marović | Project Management | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Ivan Marović | Project Management | Best Researcher Award

University of Rijeka, Faculty of Civil Engineering | Croatia

Dr. Ivan Marović, a distinguished academic at the University of Rijeka, Faculty of Civil Engineering, has dedicated over twenty years to advancing research and education in the field of civil engineering, progressing from research assistant to full professor. His expertise lies in Project Management, particularly in management information systems, multi-criteria decision analysis, and soft computing methods. A recipient of numerous prestigious awards-including the Best Doctoral Thesis Award from the Croatian Association of Civil Engineers, the Vera Johanides Award from the Croatian Academy of Technical Sciences, the UNIRI Foundation Award for young interdisciplinary scientists, several scientific and teaching awards from UNIRI and GRADRI, and the Global Peer Review Award (Clarivate Analytics) for ranking among the top 1% of reviewers globally in Environment and Ecology as well as Cross-Field-Dr. Marović has made remarkable contributions to both academia and research innovation. His current and past research projects span critical areas such as climate change adaptation for coastal structures, performance management in construction using soft computing, artificial intelligence applications in project planning, and sustainable urban management. Notable projects include COS, GAIA COFUND, PerfMAN, CRESCO Adria, and DSC4SUM, among others, all under the aegis of prestigious funding schemes such as Horizon Europe, INTERREG V-A Italy–Croatia, and the University of Rijeka’s Experienced Researchers Grant Scheme. Through his interdisciplinary research and leadership, Dr. Marović continues to shape innovative methodologies that enhance the resilience, efficiency, and sustainability of civil engineering practices.

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Featured Publications

"Application of multi-criteria decision-making methods in the selection of a sustainable solution in urban planning"

"Hybrid urban block: The end outcome of the city's filling and extension"

"The Role of the Built Environment in Achieving Sustainable Development: A Life Cycle Cost Perspective"

"Making Informed Choices: AHP and SAW for Optimal Formwork System Selection"

"Understanding and Quantifying the Impact of Adverse Weather on Construction Productivity"

Kumail Abbas | Technological Networks | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Kumail Abbas | Technological Networks | Best Researcher Award

Chulalongkorn University | Thailand

Dr. Kumail Abbas is a veterinary scientist and researcher specializing in precision livestock farming, animal health, and welfare technologies. He is currently pursuing his Doctor of Philosophy in Veterinary Science and Technology at Chulalongkorn University, Thailand, where his doctoral research focuses on employing artificial intelligence to track and monitor dairy cow behaviour during the transition period to predict postpartum disorders. As a Visiting Researcher at the Bristol Vet School, University of Bristol, and University of Salford (UK), Dr. Abbas contributes to the British Dairy Cattle Welfare Strategy (2023–2028) through AI-based behavioural monitoring and data-driven welfare benchmarking. He holds a Master’s in Bioscience Technology from Chung Yuan Christian University, Taiwan, where he investigated the neurophysiological and toxicological effects of ractopamine in zebrafish models, and a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from the University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Lahore, Pakistan. His professional experience spans academia, industry, and farm management, including roles as Graduate Research Assistant at Chung Yuan Christian University, Product Information Officer at Prix Pharmaceutica (Pvt.) Ltd., and Assistant Farm Manager at Kasur Dairies Pvt. Ltd., where he developed strong expertise in animal reproduction, health management, and sustainable dairy operations. Dr. Abbas’s research integrates AI, deep learning, and animal behaviour analysis to promote sustainable livestock production. He has received multiple awards and grants, including the Second Century Fund (C2F) Doctoral Fellowship, the 90th Anniversary Ratchadaphisek Somphot Endowment Fund, and the Biotech Excellent Award for academic excellence. His work has been published in international journals and presented at global conferences, reflecting his commitment to advancing innovation in animal science, digital agriculture, and welfare-oriented livestock technologies.

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Featured Publications

"Impacts of early postpartum behavioral patterns on the fertility and milk production of tropical dairy cows"

"Behavioral Adaptations in Tropical Dairy Cows: Insights into Calving Day Predictions"

"Ractopamine at the Center of Decades-Long Scientific and Legal Disputes: A Lesson on Benefits, Safety Issues, and Conflicts"

"Evaluation of Effects of Ractopamine on Cardiovascular, Respiratory, and Locomotory Physiology in Animal Model Zebrafish Larvae"

"Sex determination by CHD (Chromo helicase DNA binding) gene in local rock pigeons (Columba livia) from Lahore, Pakistan"