Zhengyu Xu | Geophysics | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zhengyu Xu | Geophysics | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zhengyu Xu | Geophysics | Researcher at Chongqing University | China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zhengyu Xu is a distinguished researcher specializing in the theory and application of airborne electromagnetic detection, recognized for his strong academic foundation and extensive contributions to geophysical exploration. With formal academic training in Geophysics and Electrical Engineering, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zhengyu Xu built a comprehensive expertise in numerical simulation, electromagnetic inversion theory, geophysical surveying, and the development of high-precision detection instruments. His scholarly journey reflects a blend of technical rigor, innovation, and interdisciplinary application. In his professional career, he has demonstrated deep proficiency in designing, debugging, and optimizing geophysical instruments and software essential for transient electromagnetic systems, airborne surveys, and near-surface imaging. His research interests encompass airborne EM theory, transient EM systems, inversion optimization, electromagnetic forward modeling, shallow subsurface anomaly detection, and multi-source geophysical data integration. His research skills include numerical modeling, instrument prototyping, EM inversion algorithms, field survey techniques, signal processing, and advanced geophysical data interpretation. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zhengyu Xu has published more than forty peer-reviewed articles in reputable international journals such as IEEE Sensors Journal, IEEE Access, IEEE Transactions on Instrumentation and Measurement, IEEE Transactions on Geoscience and Remote Sensing, PLOS ONE, Lithosphere, and Near Surface Geophysics, demonstrating a robust publication record across key scientific platforms. He has led major national and municipal research projects, including National Natural Science Foundation programs, national R&D sub-projects, and international collaborative studies, while also contributing to the development of four patented innovations. His achievements have earned him prestigious distinctions, including the Excellent Master’s Thesis Award of Jiangxi Province, a National Scholarship for Postgraduates, and an Excellence Award in the “Judeng Cup” National Geophysical League. In conclusion, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zhengyu Xu stands as a highly accomplished academic whose continued commitment to advancing airborne electromagnetic detection promises substantial contributions to global geophysics, scientific instrumentation, and next-generation subsurface exploration technologies.

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Featured Publications 

  1. Xu, Z. (2025). A three-component concentric orthogonal air-core coil sensor. IEEE Sensors Journal. 
  2. Xu, Z. (2025). The PSO-IFAH optimization algorithm for transient electromagnetic inversion. PLOS ONE. 
  3. Xu, Z. (2025). Performance comparison of loop source and grounded-wire source for shallow refined TEM detection. IEEE Access. 
  4. Xu, Z. (2024). Influence of parasitic capacitance on turn-off current and its optimization method for transient electromagnetic system. IEEE Transactions on Instrumentation and Measurement. 
  5. Xu, Z. (2023). Research on small-loop transient electromagnetic method forward and nonlinear optimization inversion method. IEEE Transactions on Geoscience and Remote Sensing.
  6. Xu, Z. (2022). A rapid imaging method of the seismic back-scattered wavefield for urban road near-surface anomalous structures. Near Surface Geophysics. 
  7. Xu, Z. (2022). Tunnel concealed karst cave joint detection by tunnel seismic and transient electromagnetic. Lithosphere. 

 

Anna Kovalchuk | Economics | Women Researcher Award

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Dr. Anna Kovalchuk | Economics | Women Researcher Award 

Dr. Anna Kovalchuk | Economics | Associate Professor at Wenzhou University Business School | China

Dr. Anna Kovalchuk is an accomplished economist whose multidisciplinary expertise spans development economics, fiscal decentralization, sustainable transition policies, and data-driven economic analysis, reflecting her strong academic foundation and applied research competence. Dr. Anna Kovalchuk completed her Ph.D. in Economics from Shandong University, a Double First-Class institution, and holds an MPA from the National Academy of Public Administration of Ukraine, enabling her to integrate public policy insight with advanced quantitative economic research. Her professional experience includes serving as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Jiangxi University of Finance and Economics and the Ningbo China Institute for Supply Chain Innovations (MIT-SCALE Network), where she investigated economic uncertainty avoidance and its influence on BRICS investment decisions while contributing to Q1 SSCI publications and international research presentations. She also gained industry experience as a Business Analyst at Minth Group, producing strategic financial reports, designing data visualization dashboards, and supporting decision-making through SAP FICO and advanced analytics, alongside earlier work supporting UNDP Accelerator Labs in evaluating economic and environmental transitions in coal-dependent regions. Her research interests include sustainable development economics, fiscal decentralization, uncertainty modeling, investment behavior, and quantitative policy evaluation. Dr. Anna Kovalchuk’s research skills span dynamic panel data modeling, econometric analysis, Python, R, Stata, Google Analytics, Excel-based analytics, and multi-language communication, supported by experience in bilingual academic dissemination. Her awards and honors include recognition as a certified peer reviewer on the Web of Science Reviewer Platform, Business Intelligence and Data Analyst Certification from CFI, high-level professional classification in Ningbo, and active membership in the Chinese Economists Society. In conclusion, Dr. Anna Kovalchuk represents a dynamic scholar whose academic rigor, industry experience, research productivity, and commitment to evidence-based policy contribute significantly to economic development scholarship and global academic engagement.

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Featured Publications 

  1. Kovalchuk, A. (2025). Experimental insights on investment strategies for sustainable growth amid China’s economic uncertainty. SAGE Open. Cited: 0.
  2. Kovalchuk, A. (2020). Study approach of Simple Additive Weighting (SAW) as a method to measure fiscal decentralization index in Ukraine. Effective Public and Municipal Administration Conference. Cited: 0.
  3. Kovalchuk, A. (2020). Fiscal decentralization and economic growth: The case of Ukraine. Journal of Business and Economic Management. Cited: 4.
  4. Kovalchuk, A. (2020). Fiscal decentralization and economic growth: Assessing public policy in Ukraine. International Journal of Public Policy and Administration Research. Cited: 3.
  5. Kovalchuk, A. (2020). Fiscal decentralization: The practice of interaction between central and local authorities in Ukraine and the world. Customs Scientific Journal. Cited: 1.
  6. Kovalchuk, A. (2019). Decentralizing revenue in the context of fiscal decentralization: Challenges and prospects in Ukraine. Public Management and Administration in Ukraine. Cited: 2.
  7. Kovalchuk, A. (2018). Fiscal decentralization, distribution of expenditure authority in Ukraine. International Scientific and Methodical Conference Proceedings. Cited: 1.

 

Sayan Banik | Magnetism | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Sayan Banik | Magnetism | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Sayan Banik | Magnetism | Doctoral Researcher at National Institute of Science Education and Research | India

Mr. Sayan Banik is an emerging researcher in theoretical condensed matter physics whose academic journey reflects consistent excellence and a strong commitment to advancing computational materials science. He is currently pursuing his Ph.D. at the School of Physical Sciences, National Institute of Science Education and Research, where he previously completed his Integrated Master of Science in Physics with a thesis focused on noncollinear magnetism in transition metal and semiconductor heterostructures. Prior to this, he earned his Bachelor of Science in Physics with Honors from Scottish Church College under the University of Calcutta, laying the foundation for his interdisciplinary strengths in physics, mathematics, and computational modelling. Throughout his academic training, Mr. Sayan Banik has built robust professional experience working on multiscale materials modelling, density functional theory, spin dynamics, topological magnetism, and superconducting hybrid systems. His research interests span skyrmion and antiskyrmion physics, atomistic spin simulations using Monte Carlo and geodesic nudge elastic band methods, micromagnetic modelling with continuum frameworks, and the study of exotic topological phases using Bogoliubov–de Gennes formalisms. He has gained extensive research skills through hands-on use of advanced computational tools such as JUKKR, FLEUR, VASP, SPIRIT, and MUMAX3, along with proficiency in Python, C++, Fortran, Mathematica, and LaTeX for simulation development and data analysis. His academic merit is reflected through multiple competitive achievements, including national-level qualifications such as NET, GATE, JEST, JAM, and NGPE, alongside prestigious fellowships like the Junior/Senior Research Fellowship and the INSPIRE Scholarship awarded by the Government of India. Concluding his profile, Mr. Sayan Banik stands out as a highly promising early-career physicist whose combination of rigorous training, strong publication output, international research exposure, and evolving expertise positions him for impactful contributions to the broader fields of topological materials, magnetic systems, and computational condensed matter physics.

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Featured Publications 

  1. Chatterjee, P., Banik, S., Bera, S., Ghosh, A. K., Pradhan, S., Saha, A., et al. (2024). Topological superconductivity by engineering noncollinear magnetism in magnet/superconductor heterostructures: A realistic prescription for the two-dimensional Kitaev model. Physical Review B, 109(12), L121301. 

  2. Banik, S., & Nandy, A. K. (2025). Skyrmion-antiskyrmion lattice: A net-zero topological phase in low-symmetry frustrated chiral magnets. Physical Review B, 112(14), L140404. 

  3. Banik, S., Kiselev, N. S., & Nandy, A. K. (2025). Paradoxical topological soliton lattice in anisotropic frustrated chiral magnets. Advanced Science, e14568. 

 

Bernd Sigusch | Periodontology | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Bernd Sigusch | Periodontology | Best Researcher Award 

Prof. Bernd Sigusch | Periodontology | Director at Jena University Hospital | Germany

Prof. Bernd Sigusch is an accomplished German dental scholar recognized internationally for his influential work in conservative dentistry, periodontology, and oral disease prevention. Prof. Bernd Sigusch completed his academic training in dentistry and human medicine at the Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena, earning professional qualifications as a dentist, medical doctor, and later achieving dual doctoral degrees in medicine and dental science, followed by a habilitation in medicine that established him as a leading academic clinician. His professional experience spans progressive roles including specialist dentist, senior consultant, department head, and ultimately Univ.-Professor and Chair of Conservative Dentistry at the University Hospital Jena, where he also serves as Director of the WHO Collaborating Centre for the Prevention of Oral Disease. Prof. Bernd Sigusch conducted international research fellowships in Toronto, Bern, and Davos, strengthening his global profile in periodontal immunology, restorative biomaterials, photodynamic therapy, and oral microbiology. His research interests encompass periodontal pathogenesis, resin composite performance, oral biofilm behavior, and translational regenerative approaches, supported by extensive methodological expertise in clinical trials, biomaterial evaluation, and molecular analysis. Throughout his career, Prof. Bernd Sigusch has received major awards including the Meridol Prize, multiple distinguished presentation awards from leading dental societies, and recognition from European professional organizations. His research output includes numerous high-impact publications, and he has long-standing editorial leadership roles such as CME Editor of ZWR – Das Deutsche Zahnärzteblatt while also chairing key academic committees, demonstrating strong professional service and leadership. Prof. Bernd Sigusch continues to advance the field through innovative research, international collaboration, and sustained contributions to dental science, maintaining a reputation as an authoritative academic committed to improving global oral health. In conclusion, Prof. Bernd Sigusch exemplifies excellence in research, clinical expertise, academic leadership, and community engagement, positioning him as a highly respected figure within modern conservative dentistry.

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Featured Publications 

  1. Mediterranean diet component oleic acid decreases systemic impact of periodontal Porphyromonas gingivalis-infection in age: addressing role of stress resistance and microbiome. (2025). Npj Aging. 
  2. Effect of ultraviolet light on the shear bond strength of commercial dental adhesives. (2025). Materials. 
  3. Antibacterial activity of fusidic acid-loaded electrospun polylactide fiber fleeces against periodontopathogenic species. (2025). Pharmaceutics. 
  4. Peridontopathogenic key species in correlation to the current classification system. (2025). Clinical Oral Investigations. Photoresponsive cryogels based on poly(2-oxazoline)s. (2025). European Polymer Journal. 
  5. The evolutionary young actin nucleator Cobl is important for proper amelogenesis. (2025). Cells. 
  6. Suitability of direct resin composites in restoring endodontically treated teeth (ETT). (2024). Materials. 
  7. Influence of layer thickness and shade on the transmission of light through contemporary resin composites. (2024). Materials. 
  8. Influence of the orthodontic bonding procedure on biofilm formation. (2024). Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research. 

 

Sumithra Yasaswini Srinivasan | Nanomaterials | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Sumithra Yasaswini Srinivasan | Nanomaterials | Best Researcher Award 

Dr. Sumithra Yasaswini Srinivasan | Nanomaterials | Researcher at Institute of Materials Science of Barcelona | Spain

Dr. Sumithra Yasaswini Srinivasan is an accomplished material scientist whose career integrates nanomedicine development, biomaterials engineering, genetics, and translational biomedical research, with extensive expertise in nanoparticle synthesis, drug and nucleic acid conjugation, multiscale characterization, and therapeutic evaluations. She completed her Ph.D. in Material Sciences with a specialization in nanomedicine for cardiac therapies at the Autonomous University of Barcelona under a prestigious international fellowship, building on her earlier academic foundation in bioengineering and medical nanotechnology. Professionally, Dr. Sumithra Yasaswini Srinivasan has served as a Doctoral Researcher at an advanced European materials research institute and as a Research Assistant in leading Indian scientific institutions, contributing to high-impact projects spanning cardiac nanotherapies, cancer drug-delivery systems, magneto-conductive nanoparticles, nano-immunosensors, safe-by-design nanomaterial synthesis, and epigenetic and gene-editing studies. Her research interests include polymeric and hybrid nanoparticles, conductive biomaterials for cardiac repair, nanomedicine-based arrhythmia treatment, CRISPR-assisted disease modeling, nano-enabled biosensing, and multifunctional nanocomposites for therapeutic precision. She possesses strong research skills in formulation chemistry, CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing, microscopic and spectroscopic characterization, RNA and DNA technologies, in-vitro cytocompatibility studies, in-vivo evaluations including murine and C. elegans models, and advanced data analysis using scientific computation platforms. Throughout her career, she has received competitive international research funding, contributed to collaborative multinational studies, mentored young researchers, and published influential articles in high-impact journals indexed in Scopus and IEEE. Her honors include a prestigious international fellowship, multiple high-quality peer-reviewed publications, and recognition for developing cutting-edge nanomedicine and biosensing platforms. In conclusion, Dr. Sumithra Yasaswini Srinivasan’s multidisciplinary expertise, innovative scientific contributions, leadership in research project development, and commitment to advancing biomedical nanotechnology position her as a rising global researcher with strong potential to drive future breakthroughs in therapeutic nanomaterials, integrated drug-delivery technologies, and regenerative biomedical engineering.

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Featured Publications

Srinivasan, S. Y., Paknikar, K. M., Bodas, D., & Gajbhiye, V. (2018). Applications of cobalt ferrite nanoparticles in biomedical nanotechnology. Nanomedicine. Citations: 331.

Kashyap, A., Jiménez-Jiménez, Á. L., Zhang, W., Capellades, M., Srinivasan, S., et al. (2022). Induced ligno-suberin vascular coating and tyramine-derived hydroxycinnamic acid amides restrict Ralstonia solanacearum colonization in resistant tomato. New Phytologist. Citations: 58.

Srinivasan, S. Y., Paknikar, K. M., Gajbhiye, V., & Bodas, D. (2018). Magneto-conducting core/shell nanoparticles for biomedical applications. ChemNanoMat. Citations: 32.

Srinivasan, S. Y., Cler, M., Zapata-Arteaga, O., Dörling, B., Campoy-Quiles, M., et al. (2023). Conductive bacterial nanocellulose–polypyrrole patches promote cardiomyocyte differentiation. ACS Applied Bio Materials. Citations: 23.

Blasi, D., González-Pato, N., Rodriguez Rodriguez, X., Diez-Zabala, I., Srinivasan, S. Y., et al. (2023). Ratiometric nanothermometer based on a radical excimer for in vivo sensing. Small. Citations: 20.

Srinivasan, S. Y., Gajbhiye, V., & Bodas, D. (2020). Development of nano-immunosensor with magnetic separation and electrical detection of Escherichia coli using antibody-conjugated Fe3O4@Ppy. Nanotechnology. Citations: 16.

Srinivasan, S. Y., Illera, P. A., Kukhtar, D., Benseny-Cases, N., Cerón, J., et al. (2023). Arrhythmic effects evaluated on Caenorhabditis elegans: The case of polypyrrole nanoparticles. ACS Nano. Citations: 8.

 

Xiaowei Chu | Psychology | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xiaowei Chu | Psychology | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xiaowei Chu | Psychology | Associate Professor at Zhejiang Normal University | China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xiaowei Chu is a distinguished academic recognized for her impactful contributions across teaching, research, and innovation, known for integrating advanced scientific inquiry with practical applications in her field. She holds a strong educational foundation built through progressive academic achievement, beginning with her undergraduate studies, followed by a master’s degree, and culminating in a doctoral degree that established her expertise and shaped her early scholarly trajectory. Over the years, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xiaowei Chu has gained extensive professional experience through university appointments, collaborative research roles, and leadership responsibilities in academic and scientific initiatives, enriching her profile as a dedicated educator and influential researcher. Her research interests span emerging themes aligned with contemporary challenges, and she continually explores cutting-edge concepts that contribute to theoretical advancement and practical solutions. In addition, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xiaowei Chu possesses robust research skills, including data analysis, experimental design, scientific writing, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the use of advanced tools and methodologies to address complex problems. Throughout her career, she has earned several awards and honors that acknowledge her scholarly excellence, research productivity, and contributions to academic service, further establishing her as a respected leader in her domain. With a commitment to advancing knowledge, supporting student development, and engaging in high-impact research, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xiaowei Chu continues to uphold the highest standards of academic excellence. In conclusion, she represents a visionary scholar whose work reflects innovation, dedication, and a passion for advancing her field, making her contributions invaluable to the global academic and scientific community.

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Featured Publications

  1. Chu, X. (2025). Cognitive and affective empathy explain bidirectional links between environmental factors and bullying. Social Psychology of Education.

  2. Chu, X. (2025). The 10-item moral outrage scale: Development, psychometric properties, and associations with parenting behavior and peer relationships. Journal of Moral Education.

  3. Chu, X. (2025). Why and when do narcissists aggress celebrities online? Investigating relative deprivation and empathic self-efficacy as potential mechanisms. International Journal of Offender Therapy and Comparative Criminology.

  4. Chu, X. (2025). Does empathy predict bullying, or does bullying predict empathy? A meta-analysis of longitudinal studies. Journal of Youth and Adolescence.

  5. Chu, X. (2025). Moral identity and bystander behavior in cyberbullying: The roles of moral outrage and online interpersonal trust. Victims & Offenders.

  6. Chu, X. (2025). The associations between parenting and bullying among children and adolescents: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Journal of Youth and Adolescence.

  7. Chu, X. (2024). The bidirectional relationship between peer relationships and bullying: Evidence from cross-lagged analyses among Chinese children. Child: Care, Health and Development.

  8. Chu, X. (2024). The sense of responsibility and bystanders’ prosocial behavior in cyberbullying: The mediating role of compassion and the moderating roles of moral outrage and moral disgust. Cyberpsychology: Journal of Psychosocial Research on Cyberspace.

 

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Dr. Jessica S. Ortiz | Virtualization | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Jessica S. Ortiz | Virtualization | Teacher at ESPE University of the Armed Forces | Ecuador

Dr. Jessica S. Ortiz is an accomplished researcher and academic in electronic engineering whose work bridges robotics, advanced control, digital twins, artificial intelligence, and immersive learning technologies. She holds a Ph.D. in Electronic Engineering from the Universidad de Zaragoza, an M.Sc. in Control Systems and Industrial Automation from the Escuela Superior Politécnica de Chimborazo, and a B.Eng. in Electronics, Control, and Industrial Networks from the same institution, reflecting strong multidisciplinary training. Dr. Jessica S. Ortiz has served as a faculty member and researcher at several leading institutions, including Universidad de las Fuerzas Armadas ESPE, Escuela Politécnica Nacional, Universidad Tecnológica Indoamérica, and Universidad Técnica de Ambato, contributing significantly to teaching, research supervision, and curriculum development. Her research interests span neuro-robotic rehabilitation, nonlinear and predictive control, unmanned aerial vehicles, aerial manipulators, hardware-in-the-loop simulation, virtual and augmented reality systems, and Engineering 4.0 learning environments. She possesses strong research skills in algorithm design, system modeling, real-time embedded implementation, autonomous robotics, multi-agent coordination, and simulation frameworks for control systems. Dr. Jessica S. Ortiz has participated in numerous institutionally recognized and international research projects covering intelligent assistive robotics, UAV-based manipulation, immersive multi-user educational technologies, precision agriculture automation, and smart tourism systems. She has published more than sixty indexed works across journals, conference proceedings, and book series in Scopus and Web of Science, demonstrating consistent scholarly productivity. Her awards and honors include competitive research project grants, recognition for academic excellence within her institution, and invitations to contribute to national and international technical programs. Dr. Jessica S. Ortiz continues to advance innovative research that integrates human-centered technology with autonomous systems, and her work positions her as a rising leader in intelligent robotics and engineering education research. In conclusion, Dr. Jessica S. Ortiz exemplifies professional excellence through her academic achievements, research leadership, and commitment to advancing next-generation intelligent systems.

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Featured Publications

  1. Ortiz, J. S. (2025). A hardware-in-the-loop and 3D simulation framework for active learning in engineering education. Computer Applications in Engineering Education. 

  2. Ortiz, J. S. (2025). Digital twin integration for active learning in robotic manipulator control within Engineering 4.0. Symmetry. 

  3. Ortiz, J. S. (2025). Digital twin-based active learning for industrial process control and supervision in Industry 4.0. Sensors.

  4. Ortiz, J. S. (2024). Virtual teleoperation system for mobile manipulator robots focused on object transport and manipulation. Technologies. 

  5. Ortiz, J. S. (2024). Interactive teaching in virtual environments: Integrating hardware-in-the-loop in a brewing process. Applied Sciences. 

  6. Ortiz, J. S. (2024). Aerial manipulator control based on linear algebra and Lyapunov theories. In Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems (Conference paper). 

 

Charalampos Kariofyllas | Corporate Governance | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Charalampos Kariofyllas | Corporate Governance | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Charalampos Kariofyllas | Corporate Governance | Laboratory Teaching Staff at University of Peloponnese | Greece

Dr. Charalampos Kariofyllas is a dedicated scholar in strategic management, sport management, public administration, and service quality whose academic work integrates quantitative methods, organizational theory, and applied management research. His educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Statistics and Actuarial Science, a Master of Science in Public Management, and a doctoral-level research program in Sport Management at the University of Peloponnese, where he focused on the interrelationships between environmental turbulence, dynamic capabilities, and strategic aggressiveness within sport businesses. Across his academic journey, Dr. Charalampos Kariofyllas has gained extensive professional experience through research participation, teaching roles, conference contributions, and collaborative work across sectors involving tourism, hospitality, sport organizations, and public institutions. His research interests include strategic change management, organizational capability, e-CRM applications, internal control systems, service management, and quality improvement in sport and public-sector organizations, supported by his strong analytical foundation in statistics, econometrics, risk analysis, probability, and performance assessment. His research skills extend to quantitative modeling, organizational diagnostics, survey-based studies, policy analysis, and multidisciplinary evaluation, enabling him to make meaningful contributions to both academic and applied research environments. Dr. Charalampos Kariofyllas has authored and co-authored several publications in peer-reviewed journals and international conferences, reflecting his commitment to advancing knowledge in strategic and sport management fields. His work has been cited for its relevance to organizational resilience and innovative service practices. He has received recognition through research engagement opportunities and academic contributions within conferences, institutional collaborations, and scholarly networks. Overall, Dr. Charalampos Kariofyllas demonstrates a strong professional identity shaped by rigorous training, academic commitment, and the pursuit of excellence in strategic and sport management. His continued engagement in research, combined with his technical and analytical strengths, positions him as a valuable contributor to contemporary management scholarship and a promising candidate for future academic distinction.

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Featured Publications 

  1. Papaioannou, A., Kariofyllas, C., Koronios, K., Kourtesopoulou, A., et al. (2014). Exploring E-CRM application: The case of tourism and hospitality industry in Greece. Journal of Regional Socio-Economic Issues, 4(1), 75–84. Citations: 18

  2. Kriemadis, T., Kariofyllas, C., Melanthiou, Y., Kartakoullis, N., & Sakas, D. P. (2019). Environmental turbulence and strategic aggressiveness in sport businesses during the period of economic crisis. International Conference on Business Intelligence & Modelling, 453–461. Citations: 2

  3. Kariofyllas, C., Kriemadis, T., Kariofyllas, S., & Sakas, D. P. (2019). Strategic aggressiveness and general organizational capability in sport businesses during the period of economic crisis. International Conference on Business Intelligence & Modelling, 165–173. Citations: 2

  4. Papaioannou, A., Kariofyllas, C., Koronios, K., & Kourtesopoulou, A. (2014). Exploring EYCRM application: The case of tourism and hospitality industry in Greece. Journal of Regional Socio-Economic Issues, 4(1). Citations: 2

  5. Kariofyllas, C., Papaioannou, A., Kourtesopoulou, A., Koronios, K., et al. (2010). An investigation of E-CRM application in the sport sector: Evidence from the basketball clubs. Conference Publication. Citations: 1

  6. Giannopoulos, V., Lymperopoulos, A., Kariofyllas, S., & Kariofyllas, C. (2025). Determinants of internal control system effectiveness: Evidence from Greek listed companies. Risks, 13(11), 219. 

  7. Papaioannou, A. (2014). Exploring E-CRM application: The case of tourism and hospitality industry in Greece. Journal of Regional Socio-Economic Issues, 4(1). Citations: 2

 

Nilmadhab Roy | Medicine | Young Scientist Award

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Mr. Nilmadhab Roy | Medicine | Young Scientist Award 

Mr. Nilmadhab Roy | Medicine | Ph. D. Scholar at Vellore Institute of Technology | India

Mr. Nilmadhab Roy is a dedicated chemical sciences researcher recognized for his growing contributions to coordination chemistry, metallodrug design, and advanced photodynamic therapeutic systems. He holds solid academic training in chemistry, supported by postgraduate qualifications and advanced research coursework that strengthened his foundation in inorganic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, and organometallic synthesis. Throughout his professional experience, Mr. Nilmadhab Roy has been associated with reputed research laboratories where he gained hands-on expertise in designing metal-based complexes, fluorescence imaging tools, ligand engineering, and mechanistic exploration of anticancer agents. His research interests include the synthesis of ruthenium, iridium, and rhenium complexes, development of luminescent biomolecular probes, theranostic platforms, mitochondrial-targeting agents, and redox-modulating metallotherapeutics for cancer treatment. He possesses strong research skills in experimental inorganic chemistry, spectroscopy, cell-based assays, molecular docking, imaging analysis, and structure–activity relationship evaluation. His collaborative projects often involve multidisciplinary teams focusing on targeted drug delivery, cancer theranostics, organelle-specific therapy, and mechanistic biochemical interactions. Mr. Nilmadhab Roy has co-authored several high-impact publications in internationally indexed journals, including Coordination Chemistry Reviews, Inorganica Chimica Acta, Polyhedron, Dalton Transactions, and ACS Omega, demonstrating his strong scientific judgment and experimental rigor. His work has earned increasing citations and recognition from researchers worldwide, reflecting his contribution to the advancement of next-generation metallopharmaceuticals. He has also participated in academic conferences, research workshops, and institutional scientific programs that enhanced his leadership, teamwork, and knowledge-dissemination skills. Mr. Nilmadhab Roy continues to explore innovative routes in organelle-specific targeting, luminescent metal complexes, and anticancer mechanisms, aiming to contribute to the evolution of safe, effective, and sustainable therapeutic materials. His academic discipline, research productivity, and commitment to scientific advancement position him as a promising young researcher with substantial potential for future innovations in inorganic medicinal chemistry.

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Featured Publications

  1. Kar, B., Das, U., Roy, N., & Paira, P. (2023). Recent advances on organelle specific Ru(II)/Ir(III)/Re(I) based complexes for photodynamic therapy. 92 citations.

  2. Sharma, A., Sudhindra, P., Roy, N., & Paira, P. (2020). Advances in novel iridium (III) based complexes for anticancer applications: A review. 77 citations.

  3. Pete, S., Roy, N., Kar, B., & Paira, P. (2022). Construction of homo and heteronuclear Ru(II), Ir(III) and Re(I) complexes for target specific cancer therapy. 46 citations.

  4. Sudhindra, P., Sharma, S. A., Roy, N., Moharana, P., & Paira, P. (2020). Recent advances in cytotoxicity, cellular uptake and mechanism of action of ruthenium metallodrugs: A review. 44 citations.

  5. Kar, B., Roy, N., Pete, S., Moharana, P., & Paira, P. (2020). Ruthenium and iridium based mononuclear and multinuclear complexes: A breakthrough of next-generation anticancer metallopharmaceuticals. 43 citations.

  6. Sarkar, B., Mondal, A., Madaan, Y., Roy, N., Moorthy, A., Kuo, Y. C., & Paira, P. (2019). Luminescent anticancer ruthenium (II)-p-cymene complexes of extended imidazophenanthroline ligands: Synthesis, structure, reactivity, biomolecular interactions and live cell studies. 43 citations.

  7. Mondal, A., Sen, U., Roy, N., Muthukumar, V., Sahoo, S. K., & Bose, B., et al. (2021). DNA targeting half sandwich Ru(II)-p-cymene-N^N complexes as cancer cell imaging and terminating agents: Influence of regioisomers in cytotoxicity. 41 citations.

 

Cristiano Riger | Neurodegenerative | Academic Luminary Achievement Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Cristiano Riger | Neurodegenerative | Academic Luminary Achievement Award 

Assist. Prof. Dr. Cristiano Riger | Neurodegenerative | Professor at Rural Federal University of Rio de Janeiro | Brazil

Assist. Prof. Dr. Cristiano Riger is a dedicated Brazilian biochemistry scholar recognized for his work in natural product chemistry, antioxidant systems, and bioactive compounds derived from plants, microorganisms, and food matrices. His academic background includes a strong foundational education in chemistry and biochemistry, culminating in advanced postgraduate training that strengthened his expertise in analytical chemistry, biochemical pathways, and microbial systems. Throughout his professional career, Assist. Prof. Dr. Cristiano Riger has served as a faculty member and researcher at respected institutions, contributing significantly to teaching, laboratory development, and scientific mentoring. His professional experience encompasses biochemical analysis, phytochemical profiling, antioxidant assays, antimicrobial studies, and experimental research on essential oils and natural extracts with applications in health, food safety, and agroecology. His research interests primarily focus on understanding the functional properties of bioactive compounds, natural antioxidants, essential oils, and plant-derived substances, using analytical tools and experimental models to explore their therapeutic and technological potential. He also demonstrates strong research skills in chromatography, spectrophotometry, microbial assays, oxidative stress evaluation, and biochemical characterization of natural matrices. Assist. Prof. Dr. Cristiano Riger has received several academic honors, including multiple recognitions as “Professor Homenageado” and “Paraninfo,” acknowledging his teaching excellence and contributions to student development across various programs. His scholarly impact includes numerous Scopus-indexed publications and collaborations with national and international researchers. His work continues to advance the understanding of natural compounds and their biofunctional actions. In conclusion, Assist. Prof. Dr. Cristiano Riger stands out as a committed scientist whose academic dedication, research contributions, and professional achievements reflect his significant role in advancing biochemical and natural product research, positioning him as a valuable contributor to scientific progress and higher education.

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Featured Publications

  1. Riger, C. J. (2024). Antimicrobial activity of essential oil from Mimosa verrucosa and Illicium verum against planktonic and biomass bacterial cells. Revista Brasileira de Plantas Medicinais.

  2. Riger, C. J. (2024). Evaluation of the pulicidal potential of the essential oil of Curcuma zedoaria. Phytochemistry Letters. 

  3. Riger, C. J. (2023). Bioactive compounds in culinary herbs improve food safety by reducing cholesterol oxide formation. SSRN.

  4. Riger, C. J. (2023). Lemongrass essential oil: Scientific bases for an agroecological approach to seed protection. Industrial Crops and Products. 

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