Ajmal Khan | Biology | Young Scientist Award

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Mr. Ajmal Khan | Biology | Young Scientist Award 

PhD Student at KU Leuven | Belgium 

Mr. Ajmal Khan is a motivated life sciences researcher holding a doctoral degree in biology with a specialization in pharmacology and preclinical drug discovery. His research centers on the pharmacological evaluation of plant-derived materials, including the development and application of in vitro and in vivo bioassays to screen antimicrobial, antiparasitic, and anticancer activities. He has strong expertise in phytochemical extraction and characterization, chromatographic and spectrometric techniques, microbial and cell culture methods, and animal studies, and he routinely integrates analytical chemistry and biological assays to advance natural product–based lead discovery. In addition to laboratory research, he has experience supervising undergraduate and graduate research projects and teaching practical courses in genomics, proteomics, and metabolomics. His background spans parasitology, microbiology, immunology, molecular biology, and biochemistry, and he is comfortable with data analysis and scientific communication. He is active in international research communities and contributes through publications and conference presentations focused on natural products, antimicrobial discovery, and translational pharmacology. Bibliometrics: 40 citations by 39 documents; 7 documents; h-index 3.

Khan, A., Swennen, R., Panda, S. K., Schoofs, L., & Luyten, W. (2025). Qualitative phytochemical analysis, thin-layer chromatographic profiling, and antimicrobial potential of banana cultivars. Electronic Journal of Biotechnology.

Khan, A., Panda, S. K., Hu, H., Schoofs, L., & Luyten, W. (2025). Ethnomedicinal documentation, phytochemical characterization, and biological evaluation of the traditional medicinal plants from Swat region of Pakistan. PLOS ONE, 20(8), e0329735.

Hasan, Z., Subhan, F., Khalil, M. F., Jamal, Q., Rasheed, S. B., Khan, A., Khan, N., & Ebuka, I. A. (2025). Dojo loach Misgurnus anguillicaudatus (Cantor 1842): An addition to the loach fauna of Pakistan. Punjab University Journal of Zoology, 41(1), 19–27.

Khan, A., Jamal, Q., Subhan, F., Muneer, A., & Shah, A. (2024). Prevalence of cutaneous leishmaniasis in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan: A case study. Pakistan Journal of Zoology, 1–4.

Hu, H., Tekin, V., Hu, B., Yaghoobi, M., Khan, A., Ghosh, A. K., Panda, S. K., Huang, H., & Luyten, W. (2023). Metabolic profiling of Chimonanthus grammatus via UHPLC-HRMS-MS with computer-assisted structure elucidation and its antimicrobial activity. Frontiers in Plant Science, 14, 1138913.

Laya Anjo | Nanotechnology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Laya Anjo | Nanotechnology | Best Researcher Award 

Scientist at CANDLE Synchrotron Research Institute | Armenia 

Laya Anjo is a multidisciplinary nanotechnologist and plasma physicist whose research bridges advanced material synthesis, cold plasma applications, and environmental nanotechnology. She has led experimental R&D using synchrotron and laser plasma tools and contributed to light source and microfabrication initiatives, while also advising industry on eco-nano agricultural solutions and founding a startup that developed cold plasma nano filters for air purification. Her work spans synthesis techniques such as laser ablation, exfoliation, and thin film deposition, and employs a wide range of characterization methods including electron and scanning probe microscopies and spectroscopies. She has collaborated across academia and industry on projects addressing sustainable agriculture, water and soil remediation, energy materials, and circular approaches to nanomaterial reuse, and she is active in organizing outreach and mentorship activities to support diversity in science. Her scholarship includes peer reviewed articles on bimetallic nanoparticles, graphene functionalization, and metal organic frameworks for remediation, as well as review and editing work on scalable clean energy and desalination technologies. She serves as a regional representative in an international professional society promoting women in nanotechnology and regularly presents at conferences on green nanotech applications. Her publications record includes 11 citations by 11 documents, 3 documents highlighted as selected works, and an h index of 2.

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Mehdi Zarei | Soil Science | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Mehdi Zarei | Soil Science | Best Researcher Award 

Professor at Shiraz University | Iran 

Prof. Mehdi Zarei is a distinguished Professor of Soil Science in the School of Agriculture, recognized for his extensive contributions to the fields of soil biology, biotechnology, and environmental sustainability. His academic background includes advanced degrees in soil science and agricultural engineering, with a strong foundation in soil biology and biotechnology. Over the years, he has established himself as a leading researcher with expertise in areas such as arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, soil microbial communities, heavy metal remediation, bioremediation, and sustainable agricultural practices. His research has significantly advanced the understanding of soil-plant-microbe interactions, particularly in relation to stress conditions such as salinity, drought, and heavy metal contamination. Beyond his publications, Zarei has been recognized for his academic influence, with 1,206 citations across 1,052 documents and an h-index of 19. This reflects both the volume and impact of his research, highlighting his role in shaping contemporary studies in soil science and allied fields. His collaborative projects with national and international partners showcase his commitment to interdisciplinary research and the development of practical solutions for sustainable agriculture. Throughout his academic career, Zarei has also contributed to the mentoring and training of students and young researchers, fostering the next generation of soil scientists. His professional journey reflects a balance of teaching, research, and service, with a strong emphasis on advancing scientific knowledge while promoting sustainable land use and agricultural productivity. With a track record of high-quality scholarship, he continues to influence both scientific communities and agricultural practices worldwide.

Profiles : Scopus | ORCID | Google Scholar | Staff Page 

Featured Publications : 

Zarei, M., Hempel, S., Wubet, T., Schäfer, T., Savaghebi, G., Jouzani, G. S., & Buscot, F. (2010). Molecular diversity of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi in relation to soil chemical properties and heavy metal contamination. Environmental Pollution, 158(8), 2757–2765.

Abadi, V. A. J. M., Sepehri, M., Rahmani, H. A., Zarei, M., Ronaghi, A., Taghavi, S. M., & … (2020). Role of dominant phyllosphere bacteria with plant growth–promoting characteristics on growth and nutrition of maize (Zea mays L.). Journal of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition, 20(4), 2348–2363.

Zarei, M., Saleh-Rastin, N., Jouzani, G. S., Savaghebi, G., & Buscot, F. (2008). Arbuscular mycorrhizal abundance in contaminated soils around a zinc and lead deposit. European Journal of Soil Biology, 44(4), 381–391.

Khosravi, A., Zarei, M., & Ronaghi, A. (2018). Effect of PGPR, phosphate sources and vermicompost on growth and nutrients uptake by lettuce in a calcareous soil. Journal of Plant Nutrition, 41(1), 80–89.

Kaviani Rad, A., Balasundram, S. K., Azizi, S., Afsharyzad, Y., Zarei, M., & … (2022). An overview of antibiotic resistance and abiotic stresses affecting antimicrobial resistance in agricultural soils. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 19(8), 4666.

Reza Khalili | Strategic Decision-Making | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Reza Khalili | Strategic Decision-Making | Best Researcher Award 

Research Assistant at Stony Brook University | United States 

Mr. Reza Khalili is a graduate student in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Stony Brook University, where he is pursuing a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering with a strong academic record. His educational background also includes a master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from Amirkabir University of Technology and a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Isfahan. His research primarily focuses on power systems optimization, renewable energy integration, electricity markets, and the application of advanced computational and machine learning methods in energy systems. His scholarly impact is reflected in 81 citations across 78 documents, with 6 publications and an h-index of 4. Khalili has contributed to several peer-reviewed journals and conferences, publishing impactful works on topics such as robust multi-objective optimization for electricity markets, socio-economic energy hub design, peer-to-peer energy trading, and uncertainty management in renewable energy integration. His co-authored works have appeared in respected journals including Applied Energy, Journal of Energy Storage, and Energy & Buildings, and he has contributed a book chapter published by Taylor & Francis. His conference papers include research on security-constrained optimal power flow and distribution network resilience, one of which was recognized as a best paper finalist at IEEE SmartGridComm. In his academic career, Khalili has gained valuable research experience as a graduate research assistant, working on advanced optimization techniques, contingency prediction in power systems, and uncertainty quantification methods.

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Featured Publications: 

Khalili, R., Khaledi, A., Marzband, M., Nematollahi, A. F., Vahidi, B., & Siano, P. (2023). Robust multi-objective optimization for the Iranian electricity market considering green hydrogen and analyzing the performance of different demand response programs. Applied Energy, 334, 120737.

Darvishi, A., Ranjbar, B., Gharibi, R., Khalili, R., & Dashti, R. (2024). Multi-objective optimization of a socio-economic energy hub with demand response program and considering customer satisfaction. Journal of Energy Storage, 100, 113624.

Gharibi, R., Khalili, R., Vahidi, B., Nematollahi, A. F., Dashti, R., & Marzband, M. (2025). Enhancing energy hub performance: A comprehensive model for efficient integration of hydrogen energy and renewable sources with advanced uncertainty management strategies. Journal of Energy Storage, 107, 114948.

Gharibi, H., Gharibi, R., Khalili, R., Dashti, R., Marzband, M., & Rawa, M. (2025). Optimizing multi-objective peer-to-peer energy trading in green homes: Robust strategies to address non-probabilistic uncertainty using IGDT with integrated demand response. Energy and Buildings, 116435.

Gharibi, R., Vahidi, B., Dashti, R., & Khalili, R. (n.d.). From electrons to solutions: Power-to-X strategies for energy systems integration. In Power-to-X in regional energy systems (pp. 201–227). Taylor & Francis.

Yamijala Suryanarayana Murthy | Human Resources Strategy | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Yamijala Suryanarayana Murthy | Human Resources Strategy | Best Researcher Award 

Assistant Professor at Koneru Lakshmaiah university |India

Dr. Yamijala Suryanarayana Murthy is an accomplished academic and researcher in the field of management studies with over a decade of teaching and industry experience. He is currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Management Studies at Vardhaman College of Engineering. His career journey includes academic positions at several prestigious institutions, where he has contributed to teaching, research, and student development. Prior to his academic career, he gained valuable professional exposure working in the corporate sector as an operations manager, which enriched his understanding of business practices and management applications. His work has gained recognition in the academic community, evidenced by 43 citations from 22 published documents and an h-index of 3. His academic credentials include a Ph.D. (thesis submitted) in Management, an MBA in Human Resources and Marketing, and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and Engineering. Over the years, he has cultivated expertise in areas such as human resource management, marketing, consumer behavior, artificial intelligence applications in business, digital marketing, and organizational behavior. His research contributions span diverse domains including work-life balance, emotional intelligence, e-commerce, digital consumer behavior, and the role of artificial intelligence in human resource development. Through his commitment to teaching, research, and knowledge dissemination, he plays a vital role in advancing management education and fostering innovation in the field.

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Featured Publications:  

Yamijala, S. M., Chodisetty, R. S. C. M., Chakravorty, C., & Sai, K. P. (2025). AI-powered learning revolutionizing smart education with personalized learning styles. Internet of Behavior-Based Computational Intelligence for Smart Education, 15.

Goswami, I., Hamida, A. G. B., Murthy, Y. S., & Gopal, S. P. (2023). Effective role of human resource management policies within marketing organization: The impact on business and marketing strategy implementation. International Journal of Professional Business Review, 8(7), 1–12.

Raj, D., Nirmal, O. N., Kalaivani, A., & Kaur, K. (2023). Artificial intelligence in e-commerce: A literature review. Artificial Intelligence, 21(1), 1027–1037.

Krishna, K. S., & Murthy, Y. S. (2015). A study on perception of quality of work life among textile manufacturing workers in East Godavari district. International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), 4(10), 1487–1491.

Yamijala, S. M., Nimbrain, N., & Bansal, R. (2025). Enhancing remote workspaces: The role of virtual reality in shaping the virtual work environment. Optimizing Virtual Reality and Metaverse for Remote Work and Virtual Team Collaboration, 6.

Rohit Bansal | Marketing Strategies | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Rohit Bansal | Marketing Strategies | Best Researcher Award 

Adjunct Faculty at Rockford College | Australia 

Dr. Rohit Bansal is a distinguished academic, researcher, and educator in management studies and interdisciplinary research. He is currently serving as an Adjunct Faculty at Rockford College in Sydney, Australia, and as a Professor at Windsor University in the USA, alongside his role as a Research Fellow at INTI International University, Malaysia. Over the course of his career, he has held significant academic positions, including Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor at Vaish College of Engineering, Rohtak, where he contributed extensively to teaching, research, and academic leadership. He has authored and edited 52 books and published 195 research papers and chapters in reputed journals and edited volumes. His research footprint includes 114 documents, 888 citations by 662 documents, and an h-index of 15, reflecting his scholarly impact. Dr. Bansal is known for his expertise in organizational behaviour, marketing management, digital marketing, influencer marketing, human resource management, customer engagement, e-learning, emerging technologies, and sustainable development. He has guided several Ph.D. scholars in management studies, contributing to the academic growth of future researchers. He has also presented at more than 60 national and international conferences, including those hosted by premier institutions such as IIM Indore, IIM Ranchi, IIM Jammu, and IIM Kozhikode.

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Featured Publications:    

Ao, L., Bansal, R., Pruthi, N., & Khaskheli, M. B. (2023). Impact of social media influencers on customer engagement and purchase intention: A meta-analysis. Sustainability, 15(3), 2744.

Bansal, R., Masood, R., & Dadhich, V. (2014). Social media marketing—a tool of innovative marketing. Journal of Organizational Management, 3(1), 1–7.

Bansal, R., Gupta, A., Singh, R., & Nassa, V. K. (2021). Role and impact of digital technologies in E-learning amidst COVID-19 pandemic. In 2021 Fourth International Conference on Computational Intelligence and Communication Technology (CICT) (pp. 132–137).

Gupta, A., Bansal, R., & Bansal, A. (2013). Online shopping: A shining future. International Journal of Techno-Management Research, 1(1), 1–10.

Gupta, A., Singh, R., Nassa, V. K., Bansal, R., Sharma, P., & Koti, K. (2021). Investigating application and challenges of big data analytics with clustering. In 2021 International Conference on Advancements in Electrical, Electronics, Communication, Computing and Automation (ICAECA) (pp. 1–6).

 

Sabine Richter-Trummer | Entrepreneurship | Young Scientist Award

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Mrs. Sabine Richter-Trummer | Entrepreneurship | Young Scientist Award 

Associate University Researcher at Private University of Health Sciences and Technology | Austria 

Mrs. Sabine Richter-Trummer is a researcher and academic specializing in management, organizational sciences, and health care economics. She earned her doctorate in political science from the Bundeswehr University Munich, with a strong academic foundation in social and economic sciences from the University of Innsbruck. Her career reflects a blend of academic, professional, and project-based experiences that span research, teaching, and consulting. She has held research and teaching positions at the Bundeswehr University Munich, the Private University for Health Sciences and Technology, and the Private University Schloss Seeburg, where she contributed to fields such as organizational psychology, leadership, workplace health promotion, and management in health care. Her work extends beyond academia through roles in consulting, controlling, and insurance, providing her with practical insights that enrich her scholarly contributions. These projects often intersect the themes of organizational development, health literacy, employee well-being, and economic evaluation in health care. She has contributed to international discourse with presentations at conferences in Europe and the United States, addressing topics such as aging in the workplace, entrepreneurship, and leadership. Her scholarly output includes journal articles in recognized publications, book chapters, and a monograph on aging across the working lifespan.

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Featured Publications: 

Richter-Trummer, S., & Sackmann, S. (2025). Employment inclusion of retired workers in self-employment: A human capital approach. Labour: Review of Labour Economics and Industrial Relations. Advance online publication.

Katzdobler, S., Nöhammer, E., Markl, T., & Stummer, H. (2019). Die Messung psychischer Belastungen in Alten- und Pflegeheimen – gesetzliche Pflicht oder Chance? Pflegewissenschaft, 21(3/4), 124–129.

Preuner, K., Stummer, H., Nöhammer, E., & Katzdobler, S. (2018). Messung psychischer Belastungen in Krankenhäusern. HeilberufeScience, 9(1–2), 2–8.

Richter-Trummer, S. (2024, June 6). A potential-oriented perspective on aging across the working lifespan [Conference presentation]. Promotionskolloquium, Neubiberg, Germany.

Richter-Trummer, S., & Sackmann, S. (2023, November 15–17). A potential-oriented perspective on aging across the working life span [Conference presentation]. 7th Age in the Workplace Meeting, Vilnius, Lithuania.

Maryana Salamah | Pharmaceutical Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Maryana Salamah | Pharmaceutical Sciences | Best Researcher Award 

Ph.D student at University of Szeged | Hungary 

Ms. Maryana Salamah is a Syrian researcher and academic specializing in pharmaceutical sciences with strong expertise in pharmaceutical chemistry, drug quality control, and nanomedicine. She has served as a laboratory supervisor at several universities, where she taught and illustrated experiments in areas such as pharmacognosy, pharmacology, industrial pharmacy, drug quality control, biopharmacy, and pharmacokinetics. Her professional background also includes work as a medical representative in the pharmaceutical industry and as a practicing pharmacist, which gave her extensive practical knowledge of medicines, drug formulations, and patient care. She later advanced her academic career by pursuing higher studies and research, focusing on innovative pharmaceutical technologies and drug delivery systems. Her research output includes 16 citations across 16 documents, with 5 published papers and an h-index of 3, reflecting her growing impact in the scientific community. She has presented her findings at numerous international conferences and symposia across Europe and the Middle East, engaging with the wider scientific community on pharmaceutical technology, biotechnology, regulatory science, and medicinal chemistry. Her involvement in various scientific forums highlights her active contribution to advancing knowledge in drug development and regulatory standards.

Profiles : Scopus | ORCID 

Featured Publications:    

Salamah, M., Sipos, B., Katona, G., Volk, B., Balogh, G. T., & Csóka, I. (2025). Development and validation of a novel isocratic RP-HPLC method using AQbD approach for the quantification of Favipiravir. European Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences.

Salamah, M., Volk, B., Lekli, I., Bak, I., Gyöngyösi, A., Kozma, G., Kónya, Z., Szalenkó-Tőkés, Á., Kiricsi, Á., Rovó, L., Balogh-Weiser, D., Zupkó, I., Csóka, I., Katona, G., & Balogh, G. T. (2025). Preparation, and ex vivo and in vivo characterization of Favipiravir-loaded aspasomes and niosomes for nose-to-brain administration. International Journal of Nanomedicine, 20, 6489–6514.

Salamah, M., Sipos, B., Schelz, Z., Zupkó, I., Kiricsi, Á., Szalenkó-Tőkés, Á., Rovó, L., Katona, G., Balogh, G. T., & Csóka, I. (2025). Development, in vitro and ex vivo characterization of lamotrigine-loaded bovine serum albumin nanoparticles using QbD approach. Drug Delivery, 32(1), 2460693.

Salamah, M., Budai-Szűcs, M., Sipos, B., Volk, B., Katona, G., Balogh, G. T., & Csóka, I. (2025). Development and characterization of in situ gelling nasal cilostazol spanlastics. Gels, 11(2), 82.

Balogh-Weiser, D., Molnár, A., Tóth, G. D., Koplányi, G., Szemes, J., Decsi, B., Katona, G., Salamah, M., Ender, F., Kovács, A., Berkó, S., Budai-Szűcs, M., & Balogh, G. T. (2023). Combined nanofibrous face mask: Co-formulation of lipases and antibiotic agent by electrospinning technique. Pharmaceutics, 15(4), 1174.

Mohammed A. Al Doghan | Human Resource Strategy | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Mohammed A. Al Doghan | Human Resource Strategy | Best Researcher Award 

Full professor at King Faisal university | Saudi Arabia  

Prof. Mohammed A. Al Doghan is a distinguished Saudi scholar and full professor of business administration with a specialization in human resource management. He holds advanced degrees in management and research from leading international universities, including a doctorate from the University of Bradford. His academic and professional career spans more than three decades, during which he has made substantial contributions to teaching, research, training, and leadership within higher education and public institutions. Dr. Al Doghan has authored more than 74 research articles published in Web of Science, Scopus, and other refereed conferences, focusing on areas such as human resources, entrepreneurship, creative behavior, strategic thinking, and green management. His scholarly impact is reflected in 458 citations by 442 documents, with 77 published works and an h-index of 12. Dr. Al Doghan has undertaken influential projects, including studies on the effectiveness of training and development in Saudi Arabia’s government and private sectors, feasibility studies for national ministries, curriculum development for applied universities, and accreditation achievements for management programs. He has also been actively engaged in delivering over a hundred professional training programs in collaboration with universities, ministries, and private organizations, covering themes such as strategic planning, negotiation skills, human resource planning, performance appraisal, communication, creative behavior, and digital marketing.

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Featured Publications: 

Aburumman, O. J., Omar, K., Al Shbail, M., & Al Doghan, M. (2022). How to deal with the results of PLS-SEM. International Conference on Business and Technology, 1196–1206.

Al Doghan, M., & Abdelmajid, N. (2023). Developing employee productivity and performance through work engagement and organizational factors in an educational society. Societies, 13(65), 1–19.

Al Doghan, M. A., Abdelwahed, N. A. A., Soomro, B. A., & Ali Alayis, M. M. H. (2022). Organizational environmental culture, environmental sustainability and performance: The mediating role of green HRM and green innovation. Sustainability, 14(12), 7510.

Bhatti, M. A., Hussain, M. S., & Al Doghan, M. A. (2018). The role of personal and job resources in boosting nurses’ work engagement and performance. Global Business and Organizational Excellence, 37(2), 32–40.

Bhatti, M. A., Al Doghan, M. A., Mat Saat, S. A., Juhari, A. S., & Alshagawi, M. (2021). Entrepreneurial intentions among women: Does entrepreneurial training and education matter? (Pre-and post-evaluation of psychological attributes and its effects on …). Journal of Small Business and Enterprise Development, 28(2), 167–184.