Marco Cirillo | Interactive Analytics | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Marco Cirillo | Interactive Analytics | Best Researcher Award

Non-Profit Polyambulance Foundation | Italy

Dr. Marco Cirillo is a distinguished cardiac surgeon whose career seamlessly bridges clinical excellence and experimental research. After completing classical studies, he graduated in Medicine and Surgery with highest honors  from the University of Bologna and specialized in Cardiac and Great Vessels Surgery. His career has encompassed leadership roles as Head of the Cardiac Surgery Unit in Bologna for six years and the Heart Failure Surgery Unit in Brescia for twelve years. With expertise spanning the full range of traditional cardiac surgery-including mitral repair, coronary bypass, valve replacement, and aortic arch procedures-Dr. Cirillo has performed over 8,000 surgeries as first surgeon. His innovative contributions include the KISS procedure for physiological left ventricular reconstruction, the “Arterial-source No-touch Aorta” technique for off-pump coronary revascularization, and the NINFEA method for annular stabilization in endocarditis. Renowned for his commitment to quality and risk management (JCI accreditation), he continues to advance the field through research on bioprostheses and ventricular assist systems, recognized internationally through publications and awards. In 2025, he earned a Master’s degree in Echocardiography from the University of Verona. Beyond medicine, his intellectual pursuits extend to writing, photography, and cosmology, where he recently published a paper exploring Darwinian natural evolution as applied to the development of the Universe.

Profiles: Scopus | Orcid | Google Scholar

Featured Publications

"Achilles and the Tortoise: Rethinking Evidence Generation in Cardiovascular Surgery and Interventional Cardiology", Marco Cirillo, Hearts, 2025.

"Abiotrophia defectiva and Granulicatella: A Literature Review on Prosthetic Joint Infection and a Case Report on defectiva PJI and Concurrent Native Valve Endocarditis", MCristina Seguiti; Edda Piacentini; Angelica Fraghì; Mattia Zappa; Elia Croce; Angelo Meloni; Marco Cirillo; Clarissa Ferrari; Chiara Zani; David Belli et al., Microorganisms, 2025.

"Finger ischemia in a young lady: an unusual presentation of papillary fibroelastoma with intraventricular location", Matteo Pernigo; Elisabetta Dinatolo; Marco Cirillo; Zean Mhagna; Alida Filippini; Fabiana Cozza; Marco Berti; Roberto Bazzani; Tony Sabatini; Claudio Cuccia et al., Monaldi Archives for Chest Disease, 2023.

"Exploring Personal Protection During High-Risk PCI in a COVID-19 Patient", Marco Cirillo, JACC: Case Reports, 2020.

Tanyo Tanev | Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Tanyo Tanev | Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award

Technical University of Sofia | Bulgaria

Tanyo Tanev appears to be a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His exceptional blend of technical expertise, academic pursuit, and professional achievements in the renewable energy and electrical engineering domains clearly demonstrates research excellence and innovation. As a Ph.D. candidate at the Technical University of Sofia, he has published five scientific papers and is working on additional studies focused on photovoltaic (PV) power plants and the application of machine learning and deep learning models in energy systems-fields of growing global importance. Professionally, he has led the design and development of large-scale PV power plants worldwide, managing complex engineering, optimization, and data-driven simulation tasks. His strong background in Autocad, PVcase, PVsyst, Python, and AI frameworks like TensorFlow and Keras, combined with managerial experience and creative problem-solving, highlights his research-driven approach to technological advancement. Tanyo’s ability to merge academic knowledge with practical innovation, leadership in renewable energy projects, and continuous pursuit of scientific progress make him an outstanding contender for the Best Researcher Award.

Profiles: Scopus

Featured Publications

"Modeling of Battery Storage of Photovoltaic Power Plants Using Machine Learning Methods", T. Tanev and R. Stanev, Energies, 2025.

OJO Olufisayo Emmanuel | Graph Data Structures | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. OJO Olufisayo Emmanuel | Graph Data Structures | Best Researcher Award

Durban University of Technology | South Africa

Engr. OJO Olufisayo Emmanuel, R.Engr., IEng (UK), MSc, B.Eng (Hons), M.I.E.T, MNSE, is an accomplished Electromechanical and Water Engineer, as well as a seasoned Project Manager, with extensive experience in institutional infrastructural development projects. He has held key roles in several international initiatives funded by organizations such as the World Bank, AFD, EBRD, USAID/E-WASH/RTI, and atmosfair gGmbH’s Carbon Mitigation projects in Nigeria. Currently serving with CKW Environment Limited, an engineering consultancy specializing in Water and Sanitary Engineering, he is deeply involved in the design of water treatment facilities, civil and electromechanical infrastructures, hydraulic design and optimization of water distribution systems, environmental impact assessments, and construction supervision. With strong technical and commercial expertise, Engr. OJO combines strategic project management skills with deep engineering insight, providing consultancy services across all project phases-from design and procurement to supervision, monitoring, evaluation, and project delivery-ensuring quality, compliance, and cost efficiency.

Profiles: Orcid

Featured Publications

"Innovative Recovery Methods for Metals and Salts from Rejected Brine and Advanced Extraction Processes-A Pathway to Commercial Viability and Sustainability in Seawater Reverse Osmosis Desalination", Olufisayo E. Ojo; Olanrewaju A. Oludolapo, Water, 2025.

"Cost–Benefit and Market Viability Analysis of Metals and Salts Recovery from SWRO Brine Compared with Terrestrial Mining and Traditional Chemical Production Methods", Olufisayo E. Ojo; Olanrewaju A. Oludolapo, Water, 2025.

"Modeling A Reverse Osmosis Desalination Plant: A Practical Framework Using Wave Software", Olufisayo Emmanuel Ojo; Olanrewaju Akanni Oludolapo, Science, Engineering and Technology, 2025.

"A Review of Renewable Energy Powered Seawater Desalination Treatment Process for Zero Waste", Olufisayo Emmanuel Ojo; Olanrewaju Akanni Oludolapo, Water, 2024.