Serhii Nikolaichuk | Computer Science | Innovative Research Award

Mr. Serhii Nikolaichuk | Computer Science | Innovative Research Award 

AI Researcher | The Capital Index | United States

Mr. Serhii Nikolaichuk is an exceptional candidate for the Innovative Research Award, distinguished by his pioneering contributions at the intersection of artificial intelligence, ethics, and cognitive science, with a focus on ensuring digital trust and personal data sovereignty. As the founder of Computational Personality Science and author of the AI Time Capsule project, he has advanced the field through groundbreaking concepts such as personality simulation, federated personalization, and privacy-preserving longitudinal learning, addressing both technical and ethical dimensions of AI development. His research has led to the creation of the “Mind-Soul” architecture, a scalable hybrid foundation-adapter model enabling personalized AI that overcomes the computational and economic limitations of traditional fine-tuning, and the AI Ethical Blackbox, which provides accountability and transparency for AI systems. Nikolaichuk’s work also encompasses innovative approaches to digital legacy and narrative identity, exemplified by the Digital Will framework and SPYNO, a personal counter-surveillance ecosystem, reflecting his commitment to practical societal impact alongside theoretical innovation. With a portfolio of ten publications, including influential preprints and technical reports, he has demonstrated a consistent ability to identify unmet challenges in behavioral and computational sciences and develop elegant, impactful solutions. His research bridges foundational science and applied technology, offering new paradigms for ecologically valid behavioral data collection, verifiable AI content provenance, and the therapeutic application of generative personality avatars. By combining rigorous methodology with visionary thinking, Nikolaichuk exemplifies the essence of innovative research, producing work that is both technically sophisticated and socially transformative, influencing the future of AI ethics, digital identity, and personalized technology. His achievements reflect not only originality and technical mastery but also a forward-looking approach that anticipates societal needs and ethical considerations, making him a highly suitable nominee for recognition by the Innovative Research Award.

Profiles: Google Scholar | ResearchGate

Featured Publications

  1. Sorokin, R., Nikolaichuk, S. (2025, October). The “Mind-Soul” architecture: Scalable personality simulation via a hybrid foundation-adapter model with parameter-efficient fine-tuning.

  2. Sorokin, R., Nikolaichuk, S. (2025, September). Beyond the Turing Test: A framework for the “Personality Test” to evaluate the authenticity of a specific simulated identity.

  3. Sorokin, R., Nikolaichuk, S. (2025, September). Federated longitudinal studies (FLS): A privacy-by-design methodology for ecologically valid behavioral data collection in the wild.

  4. Nikolaichuk, S., Sorokin, R. (2025, August). Federated personalization for scalable personality simulation: A hybrid foundation-adapter architecture with privacy-preserving longitudinal learning.

  5. Sorokin, R., Nikolaichuk, S. (2025, August). From the archeology of memory to the simulation of personality: A new paradigm for digital legacy and narrative identity.

Sheng Liu | Energy | Best Researcher Award | 10142

Mr. Sheng Liu | Energy | Best Researcher Award 

Associate Professor | Hunan Institute of Engineering | China

Sheng Liu is a highly accomplished researcher and academic, currently serving at the College of Mechanical Engineering, Hunan Institute of Engineering, China, with a strong focus on advanced materials, energy harvesting, and multifunctional composites. Pursuing a Doctorate in Physical Science and Electronics at Central South University, he has established a robust research portfolio spanning triboelectric sensors, magnetoelectric composites, self-powered systems, and electromagnetic materials, contributing significantly to both fundamental science and applied engineering. Liu has authored over 38 high-impact publications in leading journals such as Advanced Functional Materials, Nano Energy, Applied Energy, Electrochimica Acta, and Journal of Alloys and Compounds, showcasing expertise in areas such as hierarchical rGO-based triboelectric sensors for motion monitoring, flexible nanogenerators for gesture recognition, hybridized energy harvesters, and high-efficiency dye-sensitized solar cells. His work demonstrates a consistent integration of experimental innovation and theoretical modeling, particularly in developing multifunctional composites with enhanced magnetoelectric responses and tailored electromagnetic properties for practical applications. Beyond research, he actively contributes to the scientific community through peer review for prestigious journals, reflecting his commitment to advancing the field of materials science and engineering. His studies on selective laser melting, microwave absorption, and metamaterials highlight a multidisciplinary approach that bridges mechanical engineering, electronics, and material physics, positioning him as a leading contributor to next-generation energy harvesting and sensor technologies. Sheng Liu’s sustained record of high-quality publications, international collaborations, and pioneering research in smart materials and energy solutions underscores his suitability for the Best Researcher Award, recognizing both his scientific excellence and the transformative impact of his work on emerging technologies in energy, electronics, and materials innovation.

Profile: ORCID

Featured Publications

  1. Liu, S., Qing, W., Zhang, J., Liao, S., Wang, Q., Wei, K., Yan, W., Zhao, L., & Zou, H. (2025). Hierarchical rGO-based triboelectric sensors enable motion monitoring and trajectory tracking. Advanced Functional Materials, 2025(June).

  2. Zou, H., Zhang, D., Chen, Z., Zhao, L., Gao, Q., Zhang, W., Wei, K., & Liu, S. (2025). Self-powered wireless gesture control system with liquid metal sensors. Cell Reports Physical Science, 2025(January).

  3. Liu, S., Qing, W., Zhang, B., Liao, S., Zhu, Y., Wei, K., Zhao, L., Deng, L., & Zou, H. (2024). Hierarchical flexible composite with enhanced magnetoelectric response for energy harvesting. Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 2024(October).

  4. Liu, S., Qing, W., Zhang, J., Liao, S., Wei, K., & Zou, H. (2024). Flexible staircase triboelectric nanogenerator for motion monitoring and gesture recognition. Nano Energy, 2024(September).

  5. Luo, Y., Zhang, W., Peng, F., Liu, S., Li, Z., & Wu, Z. (2024). Temperature dependence of mechanical properties of equiatomic NiCoCr medium-entropy alloy printed by selective laser melting. Transactions of Nonferrous Metals Society of China, 2024(May).

Durga Jeyalakshmi Srinivasan | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Durga Jeyalakshmi Srinivasan | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Research Scholar | National Centre for Biological Sciences | India

Dr. Durga Jeyalakshmi Srinivasan is an accomplished neuroscientist and biologist with extensive research experience in behavioral neuroscience, molecular biology, and neurodevelopmental disorders. She holds a Ph.D. in Biology from the National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS), Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Bangalore, awarded in April 2025, with a dissertation on the impact of social dominance on stress vulnerability in rats. Her career spans over a decade of progressive research roles, including Senior Research Fellowships at CHINTA, TCG-CREST, NCBS, and inStem, as well as positions at CCMB and research internships at IICT. She has also gained international exposure as a Visiting Research Scholar at King’s College London, where she investigated chemogenetic silencing of the prefrontal cortex. Dr. Srinivasan possesses advanced technical skills in animal handling, behavioral assays, molecular biology, imaging techniques, and protein and nanoparticle-based delivery systems. Her scholarly contributions include multiple high-impact publications in leading journals such as PNAS, Molecular Autism, Neurobiology of Learning and Memory, ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering, Journal of Materials Chemistry B, and Journal of Controlled Release. She has actively presented her work at international and national conferences, including the Society for Neuroscience (USA) and EMBO Global Lecture Course, earning distinctions such as the Best Poster Award, Infosys Foundation Travel Award, EMBO fee waiver, and DBT travel fellowship. Her early academic excellence is reflected in achievements like securing the Indian Academy of Sciences Summer Fellowship and a GATE All India Rank of 536. Dr. Srinivasan’s strong interdisciplinary expertise, impactful research on stress neurobiology and neurodevelopment, global collaborations, and a solid record of peer-reviewed publications position her as an outstanding candidate for Best Researcher Award, highlighting both her scientific contributions and her potential for continued leadership in the field.

Profile: Google Scholar

Featured Publications

Kotcherlakota, R., Srinivasan, D. J., Mukherjee, S., Haroon, M. M., Dar, G. H., & others. (2017). Engineered fusion protein-loaded gold nanocarriers for targeted co-delivery of doxorubicin and erbB2-siRNA in human epidermal growth factor receptor-2+ ovarian cancer. Journal of Materials Chemistry B, 5(34), 7082–7098.

Haroon, M. M., Dar, G. H., Jeyalakshmi, D., Venkatraman, U., Saba, K., & others. (2016). A designed recombinant fusion protein for targeted delivery of siRNA to the mouse brain. Journal of Controlled Release, 228, 120–131.

Kotcherlakota, R., Vydiam, K., Srinivasan, D. J., Mukherjee, S., & others. (2019). Restoration of p53 function in ovarian cancer mediated by gold nanoparticle-based EGFR targeted gene delivery system. ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering, 5(7), 3631–3644.

Das Sharma, S., Pal, R., Reddy, B. K., Selvaraj, B. T., Raj, N., Samaga, K. K., Srinivasan, D. J., & others. (2020). Cortical neurons derived from human pluripotent stem cells lacking FMRP display altered spontaneous firing patterns. Molecular Autism, 11, 1–16.

Venkatasubramani, J. P., Subramanyam, P., Pal, R., Reddy, B. K., Srinivasan, D. J., & others. (2020). N-terminal variant Asp14Asn of the human p70 S6 Kinase 1 enhances translational signaling causing different effects in developing and mature neuronal cells. Neurobiology of Learning and Memory, 171, 107203.

Dhulfiqar Zoltán Alwahab | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Dhulfiqar Zoltán Alwahab | Computer Science

Best Researcher Award | Obuda University | Hungary

Dr. Dhulfiqar Zoltán Alwahab is an accomplished researcher and academic professional with extensive expertise in cloud computing, Python programming, data science, DevOps, edge systems, and AI-assisted education. Currently serving as an Associate Professor at the John von Neumann Faculty of Informatics, Óbuda University, Budapest, he plays a significant role in curriculum development, supervision of MSc and PhD students, and contribution to international research projects and publications. His academic journey reflects a solid foundation in computer networks and engineering, holding a PhD in Informatics from Eötvös Loránd University, a Master’s degree in Computer Networks and Information from Al-Nahrain University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering from Mustansiriyah University. With progressive teaching experience from Assistant Lecturer to Associate Professor, he has consistently demonstrated academic leadership and research excellence. He is also a certified Cisco instructor with multiple credentials including CCNA, CCNP, DevNet Associate, CyberOps Associate, and Model Driven Programmability, which highlight his commitment to technological advancement and applied research. His professional focus extends to Linux systems, IoT, and modern operating systems, combining academic rigor with practical skill development. Over the years, Dr. Alwahab has made impactful contributions to higher education, international collaborations, and knowledge dissemination through conferences, workshops, and public platforms such as YouTube. His blend of advanced research expertise, international teaching experience, industry certifications, and leadership in innovative educational practices strongly position him as a suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His work not only demonstrates technical depth but also reflects a clear commitment to fostering academic excellence, technological innovation, and future-oriented research in computing and informatics.


Featured Publications

Ali, T. E., Ali, F. I., Dakić, P., & Zoltan, A. D. (2025). Trends, prospects, challenges, and security in the healthcare Internet of Things. Computing, 107(1), 28.

Alwahab, D. A., & Laki, S. (2018). A simulation-based survey of active queue management algorithms. Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Communications and Signal Processing.

Zaghar, D. (2013). Simplified the QoS factor for the ad-hoc network using fuzzy technique. International Journal of Communications, Network and System Sciences.

AlWahab, D. A., Gombos, G., & Laki, S. (2021). On a deep Q-network-based approach for active queue management. Joint European Conference on Networks and Communications & 6G Summit.

Eyvazov, F., Ali, T. E., Ali, F. I., & Zoltan, A. D. (2024). Beyond containers: orchestrating microservices with Minikube, Kubernetes, Docker, and Compose for seamless deployment and scalability. 11th International Conference on Reliability, Infocom Technologies and Optimization.

 

Rongyan Xi | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Rongyan Xi | Engineering | Best Researcher Award 

Doctor | China Mobile Research Institute | China

Rongyan Xi is an accomplished researcher in the field of communication and electronic engineering with a strong academic background and impactful scientific contributions, making her a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award. She obtained her B.S. degree in Communication Engineering from Shandong University in 2017 and completed her Ph.D. in Electronic Engineering from Tsinghua University in 2023, one of China’s most prestigious institutions. Currently, she is affiliated with the Future Research Lab at China Mobile Research Institute, where she focuses on cutting-edge areas such as 6G, integrated sensing and communication (ISAC), MIMO, advanced signal processing, target detection, positioning, and system design. Her research work demonstrates both depth and practical relevance to the next generation of wireless technologies. Rongyan Xi has contributed to several high-impact publications in leading journals including the IEEE Journal on Selected Areas in Communications, IEEE Internet of Things Journal, IEEE Sensors Journal, and Sensors. Her works cover critical topics like cooperative sensing for 6G networks, system design, beam management, target recognition using millimeter-wave sensing, and performance evaluation frameworks such as SensCAP. Her active role in collaborative research projects and contributions to addressing key challenges in ISAC and radar technology reflect her innovative mindset and technical leadership. With publications in top-tier journals and involvement in field trials, she has established herself as a rising leader in the wireless communication research community. Her academic excellence, technological innovation, and industry relevance collectively demonstrate her exceptional potential and make her an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

Profiles: Google Scholar | ORCID

Featured Publications

  1. Liu, G., Xi, R., Wang, X., Han, L., Gui, X., Jin, J., Dong, J., Wei, N., He, H., Xia, L., et al. (2025). Cooperative sensing for ISAC: Challenges, system design, beam management, and performance validation. IEEE Journal on Selected Areas in Communications.

  2. He, X., Ding, H., Xi, R., Dong, J., Jin, J., Wang, Q., Shao, C., Dong, X., & Zhang, Y. (2025, September 12). Target recognition based on millimeter-wave-sensed point cloud using PointNet++ model. Sensors.

  3. Liu, G., Xi, R., Han, Z., Han, L., Zhang, X., Ma, L., Wang, Y., Lou, M., Jin, J., Wang, Q., et al. (2024). Cooperative sensing for 6G mobile cellular networks: Feasibility, performance and field trial. IEEE Journal on Selected Areas in Communications.

  4. Liu, G., Ma, L., Xue, Y., Han, L., Xi, R., Han, Z., Wang, H., Dong, J., Lou, M., Jin, J., et al. (2024). SensCAP: A systematic sensing capability performance metric for 6G ISAC. IEEE Internet of Things Journal.

  5. Xi, R., Ma, D., Liu, X., Wang, L., & Liu, Y. (2022, October). Intra-pulse frequency coding design for a high-resolution radar against smart noise jamming. Remote Sensing.

Panduragan Vijayalakshmi | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Panduragan Vijayalakshmi | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences | India

Prof. Vijayalakshmi Pandurangan is an emerging researcher whose academic trajectory and scholarly contributions strongly support her suitability for a Best Researcher Award. Currently affiliated with the Center for Global Health Research at Saveetha University, Chennai, she has already established a solid research foundation following her Ph.D. in Chemistry from Tamil Nadu Open University (2024) and M.Sc. in Physical Chemistry from the University of Madras (2016). Her research portfolio demonstrates a consistent focus on advanced nanocomposites and photocatalytic materials with significant applications in environmental remediation, particularly in the degradation of pharmaceutical contaminants and pesticides under visible light. Prof. Pandurangan has authored multiple high-impact journal articles in reputed journals including Electrochimica Acta, Asian Journal of Chemistry, Emergent Materials, and Journal of Materials Research, showcasing her capability to conduct rigorous experimental work, mechanistic analysis, and performance evaluation. Her contributions include innovative fabrication of symmetric PANI/CeVO4 supercapacitors, graphitic carbon nitride/CdS heterostructures, and Z-scheme V2O5/g-C3N4/ZnO nanocomposites, all reflecting strong interdisciplinary expertise bridging chemistry, materials science, and environmental engineering. Moreover, her work has practical implications for sustainable environmental management, including the efficient degradation of amoxicillin, chlorpyrifos, and methylene blue, highlighting both scientific rigor and societal relevance. Her active engagement in collaborative research, evident from multi-author publications, further demonstrates her ability to work in team-based, solution-oriented scientific projects. Beyond research output, Prof. Pandurangan’s focus on emerging nanotechnologies and green chemistry solutions illustrates forward-looking, innovative thinking—a core criterion for recognizing excellence in research. Taken together, her impressive publication record, impactful scientific contributions, interdisciplinary expertise, and clear societal relevance firmly establish Prof. Vijayalakshmi Pandurangan as a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award, reflecting both her current achievements and future potential to advance the frontiers of chemistry and environmental nanotechnology.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus | ORCID

Featured Publications

  1. Pandurangan, V., Visnu Sasithra. (2025). Visible-light-activated graphitic carbon nitride/CdS heterostructure for superior photocatalytic removal of amoxicillin. Asian Journal of Chemistry, 37(7), 34205.

  2. Abirami, S., Kumar, E., Vigneshwaran, B., Pandurangan, V. (2025). Fabrication of symmetric PANI/CeVO4 nanocomposites supercapacitor device: Electrochemical characterization and performance evaluation. Electrochimica Acta, 146512.

  3. Pandurangan, V. (2025). Photocatalytic nanocomposites for amoxicillin degradation: Mechanistic insights, kinetics, and environmental implications. Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science, 24(7), 2025-2035.

  4. Pandurangan, V., Ramana Gangireddy, Lakshmi Thangavelu, S. Visnu. (2025). Photocatalytic performance of SnO2 nanoparticles for the efficient degradation of chlorpyrifos pesticide under visible light irradiation. Asian Journal of Chemistry, 37(5), 33777.

  5. Pandurangan, V., Abirami Selvakumar, Vigneshwaran Baskaran, Royapuram Veeraragavan Geetha. (2025). Enhanced photocatalytic activity of Z-scheme ZrO2/V2O5 nanocomposite with graphite carbon nitride for effective degradation of amoxicillin and crystal violet under visible light. Emergent Materials, 8(4), 1025.

Francisco Venegas-Martínez | Economics | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Francisco Venegas-Martínez | Economics | Best Researcher Award

Full Professor | Instituto Politécnico Nacional | Mexico

Professor Francisco Venegas-Martínez is an exceptionally distinguished researcher whose career spans decades of groundbreaking contributions in economics, finance, and environmental studies. Holding dual PhDs in Mathematics and Economics from Washington State University and a post-doctoral tenure at the University of Oxford, he currently serves as a Profesor-Investigador at the Instituto Politécnico Nacional (IPN) in Mexico, where he has profoundly influenced both research and higher education. His research interests encompass environmental science, greenhouse gas emissions, renewable and non-renewable resources, economic and financial theory, and energy regulation, reflecting a rare interdisciplinary mastery. Professor Venegas-Martínez has an outstanding publication record with approximately 300 peer-reviewed articles in high-impact national and international journals, over 27 authored books including the widely cited “Riesgos Financieros y Económicos,” and more than 100 book chapters published by renowned houses such as Routledge and Springer. His work has garnered roughly 4,600 citations and recognition in major bibliometric rankings including EconLit, RePEc, and CONACYT metrics, making him one of the most prolific and influential Mexican researchers in economics and finance. His research has been cited by leading global economists including Stanley Fischer, Arnold Zellner, and Frank Fabozzi, highlighting the international significance of his work. Professor Venegas-Martínez has received numerous prestigious awards, such as the Finance Diamond Award from Fundación IMEF (2023), the Lázaro Cárdenas Distinction from IPN (2012), and the National Prize in Economic Research “Maestro Jesús Silva Herzog” (2002), reflecting both national and international recognition of his scientific excellence. Beyond publications, he has contributed to over 40 editorial boards, delivered more than 300 keynote lectures worldwide, and mentored generations of students and researchers. His deep and sustained impact on economic, financial, and environmental scholarship, combined with his leadership in scientific communities, makes him eminently suitable for recognition as a Best Researcher Award recipient.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus | ORCID | LinkedIn | ResearchGate

Featured Publications

  1. Fonseca-Zendejas, A. S., Borrego-Salcido, C., & Venegas-Martínez, F. (2025). An estimated DSGE model under the New Keynesian framework for Mexico. Computational Economics.

  2. Jiménez-Preciado, A. L., Martínez-García, M. Á., Trejo-García, J. C., & Venegas-Martínez, F. (2025). Short- and long-term assessments of ESG risk in Mexican mortgage institutions: Combining expert surveys, radar plot visualization, and cluster analysis. Sustainability.

  3. Jiménez-Preciado, A. L., Álvarez-García, J., Cruz-Aké, S., & Venegas-Martínez, F. (2024). The power of words from the 2024 United States presidential debates: A natural language processing approach. Information.

  4. Venegas-Martínez, F., & Jiménez-Preciado, A. L. (2024). Clustering a sample of major and emerging economies in function of their economic policy uncertainty: K-means, agglomerative hierarchical clustering and density-based spatial clustering with noise. EconoQuantum.

  5. Jiménez-Preciado, A. L., Cruz-Aké, S., & Venegas-Martínez, F. (2024). Identification of patterns in CO2 emissions among 208 countries: K-means clustering combined with PCA and non-linear t-SNE visualization. Mathematics.

Dr. Mostafa Saberian | Biochemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Mostafa Saberian | Biochemistry | Best Researcher Award

Lecturer | Tehran University of Medical Sciences | Iran

Prof. Mostafa Saberian is highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award, reflecting a distinguished career in medical laboratory sciences at Tehran University of Medical Sciences since 2009, with prior professional activity dating back to 2008. His research contributions encompass a diverse range of impactful studies, including molecular and clinical investigations on calcium channels in anesthesia, innovative hydrogel-based approaches for tissue engineering and wound healing, and regenerative medicine applications using mesenchymal stem cells. Notably, his work has been published in high-quality journals such as Molecular Pain, Tissue Engineering Part B: Reviews, Heliyon, and the Journal of Professional Nursing, demonstrating both breadth and depth in biomedical research. He has also made significant contributions to clinical studies, including investigations on fluid balance in post-operative acute kidney injury and the impact of probiotics and natural compounds on cellular proliferation, highlighting a translational focus bridging laboratory research and clinical applications. Beyond his publications, Prof. Saberian has actively engaged in peer review, contributing 33 reviews across seven prestigious journals, which underscores his commitment to advancing scientific rigor and supporting the broader research community. His interdisciplinary approach, combining molecular biology, tissue engineering, regenerative medicine, and clinical insights, reflects innovative thinking and a capacity to address complex biomedical challenges. Additionally, his collaboration with both national and international researchers emphasizes his ability to foster partnerships and contribute to global scientific discourse. Overall, Prof. Saberian’s sustained scholarly productivity, impactful research outputs, and dedication to mentoring and peer review make him a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award, recognizing not only his academic excellence but also his leadership and influential presence in advancing medical and biomedical sciences at both national and international levels.

Featured Publications

  1. Saberian, M., Shamsi, A., Mohseni, M. M., Taghizadehimani, A., & Shahidi Delshad, E. (2025). Calcium channels in anesthesia management: A molecular and clinical review. Molecular Pain.

  2. Molaei, R., Hosseinkhani, A., & Saberian, M. (2025). Molecular regulation of tissue remodeling through chitosan-based hydrogels in wound healing dynamics. Tissue Engineering Part B: Reviews.

  3. Saberian, M., Safari Roudsari, R., Haghshenas, N., Rousta, A., & Alizadeh, S. (2024). How the combination of alginate and chitosan can fabricate a hydrogel with favorable properties for wound healing. Heliyon.

  4. Saberian, M., Abak, N. (2024). Hydrogel-mediated delivery of platelet-derived exosomes: Innovations in tissue engineering. Heliyon.

  5. Shahidi Delshad, E., Nobahar, M., Raiesdana, N., Yarahmadi, S., & Saberian, M. (2023). Academic resilience, moral perfectionism, and self-compassion among undergraduate nursing students: A cross-sectional, multi-center study. Journal of Professional Nursing.

Kamala Kannan | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Kamala Kannan | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award 

Assistant Professor | Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences | India

Professor Kamala Kannan is an exceptionally accomplished researcher whose extensive contributions in marine biology, biotechnology, and environmental sciences make her highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award. Currently serving as a Professor at Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Chennai, she brings a wealth of experience from her tenure as a National Postdoctoral Fellow at SRM University and as a Senior Research Fellow at the Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumbai. Her academic foundation includes a PhD and M.Phil in Marine Biology from Annamalai University, complemented by an M.Sc in Oceanography and a B.Sc in Zoology, reflecting a deep and progressive specialization in marine sciences. Over her prolific career, she has authored more than 34 publications in high-impact journals, encompassing groundbreaking work on antioxidant enzymes in gastropods, green synthesis of nanoparticles from marine plants, multi-drug resistant bacteria in marine fish, and marine bioactive compounds targeting oral squamous cell carcinoma, among others. She has also contributed numerous book chapters on marine actinobacteria, marine polymers, and bioremediation technologies, demonstrating her expertise in translating fundamental research into practical applications for environmental remediation and biomedical uses. Professor Kannan’s research has attracted competitive funding, such as the Science and Engineering Research Board grant for bioremediation of radionuclides using marine actinobacterial EPS, highlighting her capability to secure support for high-impact projects. Additionally, her service as a peer reviewer for international journals underscores her recognized authority in the field. Her work exemplifies innovation, interdisciplinary integration, and societal impact, particularly in environmental conservation, biotechnological applications, and public health. With a career marked by sustained scholarly productivity, mentorship of emerging scientists, and meaningful contributions to marine science and biotechnology, Professor Kamala Kannan embodies the qualities of an outstanding researcher whose achievements merit the highest recognition through the Best Researcher Award.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus | ORCID | LinkedIn | ResearchGate

Featured Publications 

  1. Ambekar, A. A., Sivaperumal, P., Kamala, K., Kubal, P., & Prakash, C. (2023). Effect of temperature changes on antioxidant enzymes and oxidative stress in gastropod Nerita oryzarum collected along India’s first Tarapur Atomic Power Plant site. Environmental Research, 214, 114334.

  2. Sivaperumal, P., Kamala, K., Ganapathy, D. M., Dharani, G., Sundarrajan, S., & Ramakrishna, S. (2023). Fabrication of AgNPs mediated fibrous membrane from Rhizophora mucronata mangrove plant extract for biological properties. Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology, 79, 104710.

  3. Dilipan, E., Sivaperumal, P., Kamala, K., & Ramachandran, M. (2023). Green synthesis of silver nanoparticles using seagrass Cymodocea serrulata (R.Br.) Asch. & Magnus, characterization, and evaluation of anticancer, antioxidant, and antiglycemic index. Biotechnology and Applied Biochemistry, 70(3), 1078–1092.

  4. Kamala, K., Sivaperumal, P., Subramanian, K., Aruni, W., Shanmugam, R., & Rajaram, R. (2022). Baseline assessment of marine actinobacterial diversity around the nuclear power plant sites, India and its application to uranium remediation. Environmental Research, 211, 113135.

  5. Sivaperumal, P., Sekaran, S., Kamala, K., & Ganapathy, D. (2022). Marine bioactive compounds as potential therapeutic inhibitor for oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC). Oral Oncology, 126, 105971.