Ehsanolah Assareh | Energy | Editorial Board Member

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Ehsanolah Assareh | Energy | Editorial Board Member 

Assistant Professor | Yeungnam University | South Korea

Ehsanolah Assareh is an accomplished assistant professor affiliated with YU University in South Korea and IAUD University in Iran, with a strong interdisciplinary background in hydrogen energy, artificial intelligence, renewable energy technologies, engineering thermodynamics, and cogeneration systems. He is widely recognized for his influential contributions to energy modeling, optimization, and sustainable energy system design, reflected in more than 2000 citations, an h-index of 22, and an i10-index of 39. His early highly cited works on artificial neural networks for solar radiation prediction and on particle swarm optimization and genetic algorithms for energy demand forecasting in Iran laid a strong foundation for the application of intelligent optimization techniques in energy systems engineering. Over the years, his research has expanded to include advanced forecasting of oil demand, carbon dioxide emissions, and wind speed, as well as the optimization of wind turbines, heat exchangers, and composite structures using evolutionary algorithms. In recent years, his focus has shifted strongly toward integrated renewable and multigeneration systems, particularly the coupling of solar, geothermal, and thermoelectric generators for electricity, cooling, and desalination, along with detailed energy, exergy, and exergoeconomic analyses. He has also made notable contributions to green hydrogen production, power-to-hydrogen and hydrogen-to-power conversion, and techno-economic feasibility studies of hybrid wind–solar systems for rural electrification. His publications in leading journals such as Energy, Solar Energy, Fuel, Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, Geothermics, and the International Journal of Hydrogen Energy demonstrate both technical depth and practical relevance. Through consistent high-impact research, international collaborations, and editorial service, Assareh has played a significant role in advancing intelligent energy systems, sustainable power generation, and hydrogen-based energy solutions at both national and global levels.

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Featured Publications

  1. Behrang, M. A., Assareh, E., Ghanbarzadeh, A., & Noghrehabadi, A. R. (2010). The potential of different artificial neural network techniques in daily global solar radiation modeling based on meteorological data. Solar Energy, 84(8), 1468–1480.

  2. Assareh, E., Behrang, M. A., Assari, M. R., & Ghanbarzadeh, A. (2010). Application of particle swarm optimization and genetic algorithm techniques on demand estimation of oil in Iran. Energy, 35(12), 5223–5229.

  3. Behrang, M. A., Assareh, E., Noghrehabadi, A. R., & Ghanbarzadeh, A. (2011). New sunshine-based models for predicting global solar radiation using particle swarm optimization technique. Energy, 36(5), 3036–3049.

  4. Alirahmi, S. M., & Assareh, E. (2020). Energy, exergy, and exergoeconomic analysis and multi-objective optimization of a multi-generation energy system for day and night time power generation. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 45(56), 31555–31573.

  5. Assareh, E., & Biglari, M. (2015). A novel approach to capture the maximum power from variable speed wind turbines using PI controller, RBF neural network and gravitational search algorithm. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 51, 1023–1037.

Ehsanolah Assareh’s research bridges artificial intelligence with renewable and hydrogen energy systems to deliver high-impact solutions for sustainable power generation and energy optimization. His innovations in smart forecasting, multigeneration systems, and green hydrogen technologies support global decarbonization, energy security, and the transition to clean, resilient energy infrastructures.

Prashanth Konda Gokuldoss | Material Sciences | Editorial Board Member

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Prof Dr. Prashanth Konda Gokuldoss | Material Sciences | Editorial Board Member 

Professor | Tallinn University of Technology | Estonia

Prashanth, Konda Gokuldoss is a highly prolific materials scientist based in Tallinn, Estonia, currently affiliated with Tallinna Tehnikaülikool, with an internationally recognized research profile in advanced materials, metallurgy, and additive manufacturing. With 188 Scopus-indexed publications, over 7,238 citations from 4,565 citing documents, and a strong h-index of 41, his scientific impact reflects sustained excellence and global collaboration across 347 co-authors and 31 major research topics. His core expertise spans microstructure evolution, strengthening mechanisms, titanium alloys (notably Ti-6Al-4V), Inconel, metallic glasses, amorphous alloys, high-entropy alloys, and advanced powder-based manufacturing routes such as selective laser melting, laser powder bed fusion, and spark plasma sintering. His research addresses both fundamental and applied aspects of materials science, including mechanical behavior, corrosion resistance, crack mitigation, bio-response, and functional performance of metals, ceramics, and hybrid metal–ceramic composites. A significant portion of his work focuses on tailoring microstructures through process optimization, preheating strategies, alloy modification, and reinforcement with ceramic phases like TiC and TiB to achieve superior strength, durability, and multifunctional properties. He has also contributed to emerging areas such as craniofacial implant materials, virucidal ceramic–metal composites, and crack-free alloy design for additive manufacturing. His multidisciplinary output, published in leading journals such as Journal of Alloys and Compounds, Additive Manufacturing, Ceramics International, Metals, and Journal of Materials Science and Technology, reflects both academic rigor and strong industrial relevance. Through sustained scholarly productivity, international collaboration, and high citation influence, Prashanth, Konda Gokuldoss has established himself as a leading figure in the science and engineering of next-generation structural and functional materials for advanced manufacturing applications.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID

Featured Publications

  1. Chen, H., Kosiba, K., Lu, T., Prashanth, K. G., & Suryanarayana, C. (2023). Hierarchical microstructures and strengthening mechanisms of nano-TiC reinforced CoCrFeMnNi high-entropy alloy composites prepared by laser powder bed fusion. Journal of Materials Science and Technology, 136, 245–259.

  2. Singh, N., Ummethala, R., Surreddi, K. B., Chatterjee, K., & Prashanth, K. G. (2022). Effect of TiB addition on the mechanical and biological response of spark plasma sintered Ti6Al7Nb matrix composites. Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 924, 166502.

  3. Maurya, H. S., Kosiba, K., Juhani, K., Sergejev, F., & Prashanth, K. G. (2022). Effect of powder bed preheating on the crack formation and microstructure in ceramic matrix composites fabricated by laser powder-bed fusion process. Additive Manufacturing, 58, 103013.

  4. Maya, J., Sivaprasad, K., Sarath Kumar, G. V., Lykov, P., & Prashanth, K. G. (2022). Microstructure, mechanical properties, and corrosion behavior of 06Cr15Ni4CuMo processed by selective laser melting. Metals, 12(8), 1303.

  5. Rahmani, R., Kamboj, N., Brojan, M., Antonov, M., & Prashanth, K. G. (2022). Hybrid metal–ceramic biomaterials fabricated through powder bed fusion and powder metallurgy for improved impact resistance of craniofacial implants. Materialia, 24, 101465.

Prashanth, Konda Gokuldoss is driving transformative advances in additive manufacturing and advanced alloys by bridging fundamental microstructure science with real-world industrial applications. His innovations enable stronger, safer, and more functional materials for aerospace, biomedical, and energy sectors, accelerating sustainable global manufacturing.

Rounak Raman | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Rounak Raman | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award 

Researcher | Netaji Subhas University of Technology | India

Mr. Rounak Raman is a highly suitable candidate for a Best Researcher Award based on the exceptional depth, interdisciplinary breadth, and real-world impact of his academic and research profile as a final-year B.Tech student in Information Technology at Netaji Subhas University of Technology with a strong CGPA of 8.87 and consistent academic excellence since school. His research experience spans high-impact domains including neuroscience, IoT networking, cybersecurity, wireless sensor networks, and generative AI, with substantive internships at DRDO-INMAS and NSUT where he developed deployable EEG-based neurofeedback systems and energy-aware IoT clustering protocols that delivered measurable performance gains in efficiency, engagement, and network lifetime. He has led multiple nationally recognized innovation projects such as PRAGATI, a YOLO-based smart parking system that won Runner-Up at Smart India Hackathon, and SyntheX, a generative AI document intelligence platform ranked Top 10 out of 4,000 teams at the Accenture Innovation Challenge, demonstrating both research rigor and translation to real-world applications. His ongoing journal publications in reputed international journals on secure wireless sensor networks and opportunistic networks further strengthen his research credentials. In addition to technical excellence, his leadership as Founding Office President of the GovTech Office at NSUT, Vice-President of Nakshatra, and Mentor at GirlScript Summer of Code shows his commitment to building research ecosystems, mentoring peers, and fostering innovation culture. His national and international recognitions, including HPAIR International Delegate, department rank scholarship, conference best presentation award, and multiple entrepreneurship and innovation achievements, reflect consistent excellence and peer validation. With demonstrated originality, publication potential, applied impact, interdisciplinary competence, and leadership in research and innovation, Mr. Rounak Raman clearly meets and exceeds the key benchmarks expected of a Best Researcher Award candidate at the undergraduate level and shows exceptional promise as a future leading researcher.

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Featured Publications

Raman, R., Kandhoul, N., Dhurander, S. K., & Woungang, I. (n.d.). Hierarchical key rotation and isolation protocol for secure wireless sensor networks. International Journal of Ad Hoc and Ubiquitous Computing.

Raman, R., & Kukreja, D. (n.d.). Context-aware, trust-based, collision-avoidant protocol for data aggregation in opportunistic networks. Journal of Network and Computer Applications.

Mr. Rounak Raman’s work advances science and industry by integrating secure IoT networking, cognitive neuroscience, and generative AI into practical, high-impact systems. His research delivers measurable improvements in network security, energy efficiency, and intelligent automation while addressing real societal needs in urban mobility, public safety, and digital governance. Through innovation, leadership, and publication-driven research, he contributes to globally relevant, scalable technological progress.

Radhia Souissi | Earth and Planetary Sciences | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Radhia Souissi | Earth and Planetary Sciences | Research Excellence Award 

Head of Research Laboratory | National Institute for Research and Physico-Chemical Analysis | Tunisia

Prof. Radhia Sassi-Souissi is exceptionally well suited for a Research Excellence Award. Prof. Sassi-Souissi is a full professor and senior geochemist with more than 30 years of distinguished experience in environmental geochemistry, coastal morphodynamics, advanced inorganic materials, and the valorization of mining and industrial waste, all of which are highly relevant to global sustainability and environmental protection priorities. Her academic formation includes advanced doctoral training in France and a university habilitation in geochemistry and environmental sciences, reflecting the highest level of scholarly qualification. Her professional progression from assistant professor to full professor at INRAP demonstrates consistent academic excellence and institutional trust. She has played key leadership roles as Head of the Laboratory of Useful Materials, member of strategic management committees, and coordinator and co-coordinator of major international research programs, including Horizon 2020 and international joint laboratory initiatives. Prof. Sassi-Souissi has participated in and led over 20 national and international research projects, many of which address critical challenges such as groundwater sustainability, coastal pollution, microplastics, mining waste recovery, isotopic tracing, and environmental risk assessment. Her scientific productivity is outstanding, with more than 65 publications and reports and a strong series of high-impact peer-reviewed articles published in recent years in internationally reputed journals. Her work demonstrates both methodological rigor and applied societal value. In addition to her research contributions, she has supervised 14 postgraduate theses, reflecting a strong commitment to scientific training and capacity building. Her profile combines academic excellence, sustained innovation, interdisciplinary expertise, research leadership, international visibility, and tangible environmental impact, fully meeting and exceeding the core criteria expected for a prestigious Research Excellence Award.

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Featured Publications

Nasr, E. G., Epova, E. N., Barre, J., Sebilo, M., De Diego, A., Souissi, R., Abderrazak, H., & Donard, O. F. X. (2023). Combined use of 87Sr/86Sr and carbon isotopes with multielemental analysis for the geographical authentication of Tunisian and European olive oils. Food Chemistry, 426, 136487.

Ben Saad, E., Ben Alaya, M., Taupin, J.-D., Patris, N., Chaabane, N., & Souissi, R. (2023). A hydrogeological conceptual model refines the behavior of a Mediterranean coastal aquifer system: A key to sustainable groundwater management (Grombalia, NE Tunisia). Hydrology, 10(9), 180.

Marzougui Salem, Souissi, R., Jebali, K., Trabelsi, W., Abderrazak, H., & Souissi, F. (2024). Cadmium recovery from acid leachates of Tunisian phosphoric acid purification residues. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 31, 60587–60600.

Somrani, C., Souissi, F., Souissi, R., De Giudici, G., Ferreira da Silva, E., Fancello, D., Podda, F., Santos, J. F., Abu-Alam, T., Ribeiro, S., & Rocha, F. (2025). The geochemical characteristics of ore-forming fluids in the Jebel Stah fluorite deposit in northeast Tunisia: Insights from LA-ICP-MS and Sr isotope analyses. Minerals, 15, 331.

Nasr, E. G., Epova, E., Souissi, R., Abderrazak, H., Sebilo, M., & Donard, O. F. X. (2025). Conservative behavior of 87Sr/86Sr isotope ratios from soil to olive oil in Tunisia: A tool for geographical traceability. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, 73, 6151–6157.

 

Prof. Radhia Sassi-Souissi’s research advances global environmental sustainability through innovative geochemical, isotopic, and materials-based solutions to pollution, groundwater protection, and waste valorization. Her work directly supports industry and public policy by transforming mining and industrial residues into valuable resources while safeguarding coastal and water systems.

Vikas Duggal | Physics and Astronomy | Research Excellence Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Vikas Duggal | Physics and Astronomy | Research Excellence Award 

Assistant Professor | DAV College Bathinda | India

Dr. Vikas Duggal is highly suitable for consideration for the Research Excellence Award due to his sustained scholarly productivity, impactful research contributions, and national and international recognition in the field of radiation and environmental physics. With a Ph.D. in Radiation Physics awarded in 2015 and over seven years of continuous service as an Assistant Professor, he has established a strong academic career marked by consistent research output in high-impact SCI-indexed journals such as Health Physics, Chemosphere, Applied Radiation and Isotopes, Environmental Advances, and Radiation Protection Dosimetry, with more than 25 peer-reviewed journal publications and multiple papers in reputable international conference proceedings. His research primarily addresses critical societal and environmental concerns including uranium contamination, radon exposure, heavy metal toxicity, and radiological risk assessment in groundwater, soil, and drinking water across environmentally sensitive regions of North India, demonstrating both scientific rigor and strong public health relevance. The recent recognition of Dr. Duggal among the World’s Top 2% Scientists by Stanford University and Elsevier in 2024 significantly strengthens his candidature and reflects the global impact of his work. His receipt of multiple awards such as Best Young Scientist, Best Researcher, Best Teacher, and Young Researcher Awards further confirms his academic excellence and leadership. He has successfully supervised Ph.D. scholars, authored several research monographs with international publishers, served as a reviewer for leading international journals, delivered invited lectures, organized national academic events, and actively contributed to scientific societies. His sustained funding-independent research productivity, interdisciplinary impact, mentoring role, and consistent recognition at national and international levels collectively position him as an outstanding and technically strong candidate for the Research Excellence Award.

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Featured Publications

  1. Kumar, S., Kansal, S., Duggal, V., & Khyalia, B. (2025). Evaluation of natural radionuclides and associated health risk assessment in soil and rock samples of northeastern Rajasthan, India. Health Physics.

  2. Kumar, S., Kansal, S., Duggal, V., & Kataria, N. (2025). Assessment of uranium levels and associated health risks in drinking water from various aquifers in northeastern Rajasthan, India. Isotopes in Environmental and Health Studies.

  3. Kumar, S., Kansal, S., & Duggal, V. (2025). Evaluation of radiation exposure and toxicity risks of uranium in drinking water of Bharatpur district, Rajasthan, India. Applied Radiation and Isotopes, 222, 111883.

  4. Duggal, V., Goyal, T., Kaur, R., Kaur, J., & Bajaj, G. (2023). Assessment of fluoride exposure and associated health risks from different sources of drinking water to various age groups in Bathinda City, Punjab, India. Physics and Chemistry of the Earth, 132, 103472.

  5. Duggal, V., & Sharma, S. (2022). Fluoride contamination in drinking water and associated health risk assessment in the Malwa Belt of Punjab, India. Environmental Advances, 8, 100242.

Dr. Vikas Duggal’s research advances environmental radiation science by delivering high-impact evidence on uranium, radon, and heavy-metal contamination in water and soil, directly supporting public health protection and environmental safety. His work informs regulatory policy, risk mitigation strategies, and sustainable water-resource management for vulnerable populations.

Luisa Pozzo | Pharmacology | Excellence in Research Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Luisa Pozzo | Pharmacology | Excellence in Research Award 

Senior Researcher | IBBA-CNR | Italy

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Luisa Pozzo is a distinguished senior researcher with over fifteen years of continuous, high-impact contributions to food science, toxicology, nutraceuticals, and preclinical disease models, currently serving at the National Research Council of Italy through the Institute of Agricultural Biology and Biotechnology. Her internationally recognized expertise lies in the biofunctional characterization of food products, oxidative stress, inflammation, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, neurodegeneration, and novel food safety using validated mouse and rat models, with strong relevance to human health and predictive toxicology. She has authored more than 45 peer-reviewed publications in prestigious Q1 journals including Food Chemistry, Nutrients, Antioxidants, Molecules, Scientific Reports, and Food and Chemical Toxicology, reflecting exceptional productivity, quality, and global scientific influence. As Principal Investigator and scientific referent for multiple competitive national and international projects funded by the Italian Ministry of University and Research, Horizon Europe, regional authorities, and bilateral collaborations with Poland, Egypt, and Slovakia, she has demonstrated outstanding leadership in translational and multidisciplinary research. Her academic service includes long-standing editorial roles as Section Editor of the Polish Journal of Food and Nutrition Sciences, Topic Editor of Frontiers in Toxicology, and Guest Editor of Foods. She is also a committed educator and mentor, having taught Applied Nutraceuticals for nearly a decade at the University of Pisa while supervising PhD, postdoctoral, and postgraduate researchers internationally. Her consistent scientific excellence, grant leadership, editorial influence, mentoring impact, and translational outcomes firmly establish her as a highly deserving candidate for an Excellence in Research Award.

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Featured Publications

  1. Trouki, C., Campanella, B., Onor, M., Vornoli, A., Pozzo, L., Longo, V., & Bramanti, E. (2024). Probing the alterations in mice cecal content due to high-fat diet. Food Chemistry, 430, 139856.

  2. Souid, A., Giambastiani, L., Castagna, A., Santin, M., Vivarelli, F., Canistro, D., Morosini, C., Paolini, M., Franchi, P., Lucarini, M., Raffaelli, A., Giorgetti, L., Ranieri, A., Longo, V., Pozzo, L., & Vornoli, A. (2024). Assessment of the antioxidant and hypolipidemic properties of Salicornia europaea for the prevention of TAFLD in rats. Antioxidants, 13(5), 596.

  3. Wijaya, G. Y. A., Vornoli, A., Giambastiani, L., Digiacomo, M., Macchia, M., Szymczak, B., Wójcik, M., Pozzo, L., & Longo, V. (2025). Solid-state fermented cereals: Increased phenolics and their role in attenuating liver diseases. Nutrients, 17(5), 900.

  4. Tancreda, G., Campisi, L., Sarti, M., Pozzo, L., & Vornoli, A. (2025). Perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and lipid metabolism in experimental animal models: A scoping review on the mechanisms behind the induced hepatotoxicity. Current Issues in Molecular Biology, 47(11), 0000.

  5. Amin, A. A., Mahmoud, K. F., Salama, M. F., Longo, V., Pozzo, L., Seliem, E. I., & Ibrahim, M. A. (2023). Characterization and stability evaluation of Egyptian propolis extract nano-capsules and their application. Scientific Reports, 13, 42025.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Luisa Pozzo’s research advances global understanding of how bioactive foods and nutraceuticals can prevent chronic diseases through precise preclinical and toxicological validation. Her work bridges fundamental science with food safety, sustainable nutrition, and human health, driving innovation across academia, industry, and public health sectors.

Manuel Gimenez | Innovation | Best Innovator Award

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Dr. Manuel Gimenez | Innovation | Best Innovator Award 

Chief Innovation Strategy Officer | Ayesa | Spain

Dr. Manuel Giménez Medina is eminently suitable for the Best Innovator Award based on the exceptional breadth, depth, and real-world impact of his career at the intersection of technology, research, and industry-led innovation. With over two decades of sustained leadership in innovation strategy, technology transfer, and applied research, he has consistently transformed advanced scientific knowledge into scalable digital solutions with measurable economic and social value. As Chief Innovation Strategy Officer at Ayesa and former Innovation Director at Emergya Group, he has led multinational innovation ecosystems, managed high-impact R&D portfolios exceeding tens of millions of euros, and coordinated complex international projects across artificial intelligence, smart cities, cybersecurity, digital agriculture, blockchain, and industrial IoT. His academic excellence is evidenced by a PhD in Software Engineering and Technology with cum laude distinction, Q1 publications in Expert Systems with Applications, and recognized scientific awards for best research articles, demonstrating both thought leadership and methodological rigor. What strongly enhances his candidacy is his rare ability to bridge academia, industry, and public administration through open innovation frameworks, enabling effective knowledge transfer, commercialization, and capacity building. As coordinator and principal investigator of multiple national and European projects such as AgrarIA, D-Rural, AI4Dev, and TIMBERTRACK, he has delivered innovations that directly support sustainability, digital transformation, and regional development. His advisory roles in strategic innovation committees and his trusteeship at a major ICT research foundation further validate his influence on innovation policy and ecosystem development. In education, mentoring, and doctoral supervision, he contributes to nurturing the next generation of innovators. Overall, his combination of scientific excellence, industrial impact, leadership credibility, funding success, and sustained societal contribution clearly positions him as a highly deserving candidate for the Best Innovator Award.

Profiles: Google Scholar | LinkedIn | ResearchGate

Featured Publications

Giménez Medina, M., González Enríquez, J., & Domínguez Mayo, F. J. (2023). The innovation challenge in Spain: A Delphi study. Expert Systems with Applications, 230, 120611.

Giménez Medina, M., González Enríquez, J., & Domínguez Mayo, F. J. (2023). A systematic review of capability and maturity innovation assessment models: Opportunities and challenges. Expert Systems with Applications, 213, 118968.

González Enríquez, J., Giménez Medina, M., & Domínguez Mayo, F. J. (2023). A systematic review of capability and maturity innovation assessment models: SMS. In Proceedings of the XXVII Jornadas de Ingeniería y Bases de Datos (JISBD), Spain.

Giménez Medina, M., González Enríquez, J., & Domínguez Mayo, F. J. (2020). Towards an agile innovation capability maturity framework to enhance investments on ICT organizations. In Proceedings of the 32nd International Conference on Advanced Information Systems Engineering (CAiSE), Spain.

 

Dr. Manuel Giménez Medina’s work drives global innovation by transforming advanced research in artificial intelligence and digital systems into high-impact, real-world solutions for smart cities, cybersecurity, and sustainable agriculture. By bridging academia, industry, and public institutions, his leadership strengthens technology transfer, accelerates digital transformation, and delivers measurable social and economic value at regional, national, and international levels.

Mukesh Ratnaparkhi | Pharmacology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Mukesh Ratnaparkhi | Pharmacology | Best Researcher Award 

Professor | Marathwada Mitramandals College of Pharmacy | India

Dr. Mukesh P. Ratnaparkhi, a distinguished pharmaceutical scientist with over 19 years of academic and research experience, demonstrates strong suitability for a Best Researcher Award through his extensive contributions to pharmaceutics, drug delivery systems, and formulation science. Currently serving as a Professor in Pharmaceutics at Marathwada Mitra Mandal’s College of Pharmacy, Pune, he has progressed through roles of increasing responsibility and is an approved Associate Professor, postgraduate teacher, and Ph.D. research guide under Savitribai Phule Pune University. His academic foundation includes a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences and a Master’s degree in Pharmaceutics, complementing his long-standing commitment to research. Dr. Ratnaparkhi has an impressive research portfolio with 74 publications in reputed Scopus, Web of Science, UGC Care, and international indexed journals, addressing critical pharmaceutical challenges such as solubility enhancement, nanoformulations, targeted pulmonary delivery, nasal drug delivery, and advanced drug dispersion techniques. His work spans nanosponge systems, nanoemulgels, cubosomes, solid dispersions, and dry powder inhalation formulations, signifying his expertise in innovative and translational drug delivery approaches. He holds four patents (three granted and one filed), demonstrating originality and innovation, and has guided or collaborated on numerous research projects. Complementing his publication record, he has delivered 31 scientific presentations at national and international conferences, showcasing the continued relevance and impact of his research. His professional strengths include excellent communication, leadership, team management, and a strong research orientation, supported by early industrial training that broadened his practical understanding of pharmaceutical processes. With nearly two decades of academic service, consistent research productivity, significant innovation, mentorship roles, and contributions that influence modern drug delivery systems, Dr. Ratnaparkhi exemplifies the qualities of a high-impact researcher and stands as a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

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Featured Publications

  1. Ratnaparkhi, M. P., & Suryawanshi, A. N. (2025). Development and characterization of novel cilnidipine-loaded nanosponge formulations. International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology, 15(3), 1198–1204.

  2. Kshirsagar, S. D., & Ratnaparkhi, M. (2025). Formulation and evaluation of propolis loaded nanosponges based topical anti-inflammatory gel. Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, 59(4), 1–11.

  3. Tekade, A., Ratnaparkhi, M., Shewale, A., Shinde, R., Kulkarni, G., & Pawar, P. (2025). Design and assessment of in situ nasal gel incorporated with nanostructured cubosomes for the targeted therapy of schizophrenia. Journal of Research in Pharmacy, 29(3), 947–958.

  4. Ratnaparkhi, M., Binawade, B., Salvankar, S., Aswar, M., Jadhav, P., Parhad, P., Bhangare, S., & Dalvi, S. (2025). Intravaginal administration of metformin HCl loaded nanoemulgel for treatment of PCOS: In-vitro and in-vivo study. Brazilian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences.

  5. Ratnaparkhi, M. P., Tekade, A. R., Salvankar, S. S., Dalvi, S. D., Kulkarni, G. M., & Markand, M. G. (2025). RP-HPLC method development and validation for the quantification of remdesivir IV formulation. Indian Drug, 62(6), 45–49.

Dr. Ratnaparkhi’s research advances innovative drug-delivery systems that enhance therapeutic efficiency and patient outcomes. His work contributes to modern pharmaceutical science by translating nanotechnology-based formulations into practical healthcare solutions with global impact.

Christian Mathew | Engineering | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Christian Mathew | Engineering | Editorial Board Member 

Researcher | Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University | United States

Dr. Christian Chukwudi Mathew is a dedicated engineering researcher whose work spans solid mechanics, computational modeling, corrosion science, and the behavior of advanced materials, reflecting a rich academic journey rooted in Civil Engineering and advanced studies in Engineering Mechanics at Virginia Tech, where he serves as a Graduate Teaching and Research Fellow. With 24 publications, more than 3,200 reads, and over 300 citations, he has developed a strong research profile marked by innovation, multidisciplinary expertise, and a commitment to addressing real-world material challenges. His work integrates finite element modeling, phase field modeling, fracture mechanics, fatigue behavior, and composite materials, enabling him to explore how materials deform, crack, corrode, and fail under complex mechanical and environmental conditions. His doctoral research particularly emphasizes phase field numerical modeling of stress corrosion cracking, contributing refined multiphysics frameworks that couple electrochemical processes with mechanical responses in both isotropic and anisotropic materials. Beyond corrosion and fracture studies, he has contributed significantly to the mechanical characterization and modeling of multilayered composites, functionally graded materials, thin-walled structures, and fiber-reinforced concretes—collaborating extensively with researchers across institutions in the United States, Germany, and Nigeria. Earlier academic experiences include serving as an MSc researcher at TUD Dresden University of Technology and conducting research at the Federal University of Technology Owerri, roles that strengthened his foundation in structural mechanics and civil infrastructure materials. Christian has also authored impactful review works on cutting-edge topics such as AI-driven approaches for predicting stress corrosion cracking and advancements in the Extended Finite Element Method (XFEM), highlighting his capacity to bridge traditional engineering analysis with emerging computational innovations. His contributions extend to environmental studies, including investigations into heavy metal contamination and corrosion inhibition, demonstrating versatility beyond core mechanical research. Supported by collaborations with notable scholars and involvement in Yao Fu’s lab at Virginia Tech, Christian continues to advance scientific understanding in materials durability, computational mechanics, and structural integrity. His growing body of work positions him as a promising researcher whose expertise contributes to safer materials, more resilient infrastructure, and more predictive engineering models across academia and industry.

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Mathew, C., & Ejiofor, O. (2023). Mechanics and computational homogenization of effective material properties of functionally graded (composite) material plate FGM. International Journal of Scientific and Research Publications, 13(9), 128-150.

Orie, K. J., & Christian, M. (2015). The corrosion inhibition of aluminium metal in 0.5 M sulphuric acid using extract of breadfruit peels. International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology (IRJET), 2(8).

Song, J., Matthew, C., Sangoi, K., & Fu, Y. (2023). A phase field model to simulate crack initiation from pitting site in isotropic and anisotropic elastoplastic material. Modelling and Simulation in Materials Science and Engineering, 31(5), 055002.

Mathew, C., & Adu-Gyamfi, E. (2025). A review on AI-driven environmental-assisted stress corrosion cracking properties of conventional and advanced manufactured alloys. Corrosion Engineering, Science and Technology, 60(2), 145-158.

 

Dr. Mathew, C. C., & Fu, Y. (2023). Least square finite element model for static analysis of rectangular, thick, multilayered composite and sandwich plates subjected under arbitrary boundary conditions. Thick, Multilayered Composite and Sandwich Plates Subjected Under Arbitrary Boundary Conditions.

 

Yen-Chien Chen | Economics | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Yen-Chien Chen | Economics | Best Researcher Award 

Associate Professor | National Taipei University | Taiwan

Dr. Yen-Chien Chen is a highly suitable candidate for a Best Researcher Award, with an impressive academic background and a strong, sustained record of impactful research in labor, family, and health economics. Holding a PhD from National Taiwan University and serving as an associate professor at National Taipei University, he has built a career marked by rigorous empirical work, interdisciplinary relevance, and contributions that directly inform social and economic policy. His publication record spans top-tier international journals such as Demography, Journal of Development Economics, Journal of Human Resources, Annals of Tourism Research, and Oxford Bulletin of Economics and Statistics, showcasing both depth and breadth in research themes including divorce outcomes, education, gender attitudes, political leadership, unemployment, monetary policy, and family dynamics. His forthcoming and recent works, particularly large-scale studies using administrative data, demonstrate methodological strength and policy-oriented insight, contributing significantly to global discussions on inequality, human capital formation, and socioeconomic behavior. Chen’s collaborations with leading economists further highlight his research credibility and influence in academic networks. His earlier contributions in American Economic Review and other respected outlets reflect a consistent trajectory of high-quality scholarship. Across his academic career, spanning positions at National Chi Nan University and National Taipei University, he has maintained a strong commitment to advancing economic knowledge through evidence-based findings that address real-world concerns in Taiwan and beyond. His research has notable societal relevance, illuminating how family structures, labor markets, and health dimensions shape individual and collective welfare. With nearly two decades of scholarly productivity, a diverse portfolio of impactful studies, and a clear dedication to advancing both theory and applied economics, Yen-Chien Chen exemplifies the qualities expected of an outstanding researcher whose work meaningfully contributes to academic progress and public policy development.

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Featured Publications

Chen, Y.-C., Fan, E., & Liu, J.-T. (2025). Divorce effects on teenagers’ higher education: Evidence from one million siblings in Taiwan. Demography.

Chen, Y.-C., Fan, E., Ho, Y.-H., Lee, M. Y.-H., & Liu, J.-T. (2025). The impact of female political leadership on gender attitudes: Evidence from Taiwan’s local councils. Journal of Development Economics, 174, 103451.

Chen, S. H., Chen, Y.-C., & Liu, J.-T. (2019). The impact of family composition on educational achievement. Journal of Human Resources, 54(1), 122–170.

Chen, C.-M., & Chen, Y.-C. (2018). Income source effect on retiree’s tourism behavior. Annals of Tourism Research, 68, 4–6.

Fan, E., Liu, J.-T., & Chen, Y.-C. (2017). Is the quarter of birth endogenous? New evidence from Taiwan, the US, and Indonesia. Oxford Bulletin of Economics and Statistics, 79(6), 1087–1124.

The nominee’s research advances scientific understanding of labor, family, and health economics by providing large-scale, evidence-based insights that shape policy and improve social welfare. His work informs government, education, and public-sector decisions, strengthening societal well-being and promoting equitable economic development. Through rigorous analysis and globally relevant findings, he contributes to innovation in data-driven policymaking and international economic research.