Liliana Vasilescu | Leadership in Education | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Liliana Vasilescu | Leadership in Education | Best Researcher Award

National Agricultural Research and Development Institute Fundulea | Romania

Dr. Liliana Vasilescu is a researcher at the National Agricultural Research and Development Institute Fundulea, Romania, with a strong academic background in agricultural sciences. She earned advanced degrees in agronomy and has built extensive experience in crop research, experimental field studies, and sustainable farming systems. Her work focuses on plant breeding, crop productivity, soil management, and climate-resilient agriculture. She has contributed to scientific publications and collaborative projects, receiving recognition for research excellence and innovation. Through her contributions, she supports modern agricultural development and sustainable food security initiatives. Her leadership in multidisciplinary teams advances knowledge transfer and practical solutions globally today.

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Lizah Makombore | Ethical Leadership | Excellence in Research

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Mrs. Lizah Makombore | Ethical Leadership | Excellence in Research

University of Vermont | United States

Lizah Makombore is a development finance and sustainability sciences professional and PhD candidate in Sustainable Development, Public Policy, Economics, and Governance at the University of Vermont. With over 15 years of experience across academia, public institutions, and international development, she has held leadership roles including Project Lead for USAID assignments and Lead Negotiator at the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe. Her research focuses on ecological economics, agroecology, climate change policy, and inclusive finance for sustainable farming systems. She has contributed to influential publications and global forums. Her work advances equitable, resilient socio-ecological systems and transformative development pathways.

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Prof. John Eade | Conflict Management and Resolution | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. John Eade | Conflict Management and Resolution | Research Excellence Award

University of Roehampton, United Kingdom

Professor John Eade is an Emeritus Professor of Sociology and Anthropology at the University of Roehampton, London, and an internationally recognised scholar in migration, ethnicity, nationalism, religion, tourism, and cultural heritage. Educated at the University of Oxford and Birkbeck College, University of London, he holds advanced degrees in history, social anthropology, and sociology, including a PhD focused on community politics and migration. His academic career spans several decades, during which he has held senior roles as Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, Principal Lecturer, Reader, Professor, and Executive Director of CRONEM, where he provided strategic leadership in multidisciplinary research, consultancy development, and international collaboration. He has led or contributed to major projects funded by ESRC, AHRC, Leverhulme Trust, British Academy, EU programmes, Volkswagen Stiftung, and Heritage Lottery Fund, and has advised government bodies, research councils, and cultural institutions. His research interests centre on migration and diaspora, nationalism and multiculturalism, religion and pilgrimage, urban sociology, identity politics, and tourism studies. Professor Eade has received recognition through prestigious research grants, senior advisory appointments, and extensive doctoral examining roles worldwide. His work has made a lasting contribution to academic leadership, research capacity building, and policy-relevant scholarship across global contexts.

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Dr. Ahmed Abdelnaby | Publication-Based Awards | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Ahmed Abdelnaby | Publication-Based Awards | Best Researcher Award

Zagazig university, faculty of agriculture | Egypt

Ahmed S. I. Abdelnaby is an Egyptian academic and horticulture specialist serving as a Lecturer in Floriculture, Medicinal Plants, and Landscape Architecture at the Faculty of Agriculture, Zagazig University. He holds a Ph.D. in Horticulture (Floriculture and Landscape), following an M.Sc. that included Erasmus+ training at the University of Sassari, Italy, and a B.Sc. in Horticulture, graduating first in his class with honors. His academic experience spans roles as Demonstrator, Assistant Lecturer, and Lecturer, with extensive teaching contributions in horticulture, ornamental and medicinal plants, landscaping, interior and rooftop design, and soilless culture. His research focuses on landscape design and management, sustainable land management, evaluation of ornamental and medicinal plants, rooftop and campus gardens, and the role of green spaces in wellbeing and sustainability. He has published in reputable international and national journals and actively participates in conferences and professional training programs related to agriculture, landscape design, and research development. Recognized for academic excellence, international training, and professional certifications in landscape design, data analysis, and teaching development, he continues to contribute to sustainable horticultural practices, innovative landscape solutions, and capacity building in agricultural education.

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Dr. Corinne Raïssa Ngnameko | Situational Leadership | Women Researcher Award | 4262

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Dr. Corinne Raïssa Ngnameko | Situational Leadership | Women Researcher Award

Institute of Medical Research and Medicinal Plants Studies | Cameroon

Dr. Corinne Raïssa Ngnameko is a biomedical scientist and pharmacology researcher with strong expertise in drug discovery and medicinal plant research. She holds a PhD in Biochemistry with a specialization in Molecular Pharmacology, along with advanced training in biotechnology and biochemical sciences. She currently serves as a Research Officer in a Pharmacology and Drug Discovery Laboratory and has completed a competitive postdoctoral fellowship in pharmacology, contributing to internationally collaborative research environments across Africa and Europe. Her academic and research experience spans molecular biology, enzymology, microbiology, bioinformatics, and in vitro and in vivo pharmacological studies. Dr. Ngnameko’s research interests focus on breast cancer, Helicobacter pylori infections, antibacterial and anticancer properties of medicinal plants, and the identification of bioactive compounds and therapeutic targets for drug development within a One Health framework. She has actively supervised postgraduate research, taught undergraduate and graduate courses in biochemistry and pharmacology, and participated in major international research programs, including COST Actions and Erasmus mobility schemes. Her scholarly work is widely published in reputable peer-reviewed journals, reflecting her impact on pharmacological sciences and natural product research. Through sustained research, mentorship, and global collaboration, Dr. Ngnameko continues to contribute meaningfully to biomedical innovation and public health advancement.

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Dr. Yanrong Lu | nerwork and infomation security | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Yanrong Lu | nerwork and infomation security | Research Excellence Award

Civil aviation university of China | China

Yanrong Lu is an Associate Professor in the College of Safety Science and Engineering at Civil Aviation University of China, recognized for contributions at the intersection of cybersecurity, machine learning, and secure information systems. With a strong academic foundation culminating in doctoral-level training, Lu has developed extensive experience in both theoretical research and applied system design, particularly in biometric-based authentication, cryptographic protocols, and secure telecare medicine information systems using elliptic curve cryptosystems. Lu has authored 35 peer-reviewed papers in leading international journals and conferences, including 30 as first or corresponding author, achieving over 1,000 citations and an h-index of 16, with three publications selected as ESI Highly Cited Papers. As a principal investigator, Lu has led major competitive research grants, including sub-projects under the National Key R&D Program of China and key projects funded by the Tianjin Natural Science Foundation, as well as successfully completed NSFC Youth Fund and municipal education research projects. In academic service, Lu has served as Track Chair for IEEE and international conferences and as an editorial board member for reputable journals. Honors include national and disciplinary awards recognizing impactful research and scholarly excellence. Overall, Lu’s work advances secure intelligent systems and strengthens the scientific foundations of cybersecurity-enabled safety engineering.

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Mr. Kiran Acharya | Public Health | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Kiran Acharya | Public Health | Research Excellence Award 

New ERA | Nepal

Kiran Acharya is a public health specialist with extensive experience in large-scale health surveys, health systems research, and policy-relevant analysis in low- and middle-income country settings. He holds Master’s degrees in Public Health and Social Science and a Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, with strong academic grounding in epidemiology, biostatistics, health economics, demography, sociology, and development studies. With over a decade of progressive experience at New ERA, he has served in senior leadership roles including Deputy Director, Senior Research Officer, and Project Director, leading nationally representative surveys, impact evaluations, mixed-method studies, and further analyses for organizations such as USAID, WHO, UNICEF, the World Bank, ICF, and Global Fund partners. His expertise spans sampling design, survey implementation, health facility assessments, data analysis, visualization, and scientific reporting, with advanced proficiency in Stata, R, Python, SPSS, and GIS. His research interests focus on health system readiness, maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health, non-communicable diseases, HIV/AIDS, vaccination equity, and health inequalities. He has published widely in high-impact peer-reviewed journals and contributed to major national reports. He has received recognition for academic excellence, including a best paper award at a national scientific conference. Overall, his work bridges rigorous evidence generation with practical policy and programmatic decision-making to strengthen health systems and improve population health outcomes.

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Dr. Zahra Khoshdouni Farahani | Research Excellence Award | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Zahra Khoshdouni Farahani | Research Excellence Award | Research Excellence Award

science and research branch university | Iran

Dr. Zahra Khoshdouni Farahani is a university lecturer and scientific reviewer with a Ph.D. in Food Science and Technology from the Science and Research Branch of Islamic Azad University. Her research focuses on food chemistry, functional beverages, encapsulation of bioactive compounds, nanotechnology in food systems, and food quality and safety. She has extensive experience in teaching courses across food science, cereal and dairy technology, food microbiology, edible oils, confectionery, and quality control. Dr. Farahani has published numerous papers in high-impact journals (Q1-Q2), contributed to international conferences, and authored specialized books on food chemistry and encapsulation technologies. She is actively involved in scientific societies, international committees, and editorial boards, serving as a reviewer for multiple Q1 and Q2 journals. Recognized with numerous awards, including gold and platinum medals at international invention and innovation festivals, she has also successfully secured multiple ISI publications. Her work emphasizes the integration of bioactive compounds, functional foods, and sustainable food processing technologies. Dr. Farahani’s research and teaching advance the understanding of food systems, improve food safety and quality, and foster innovation in food technology, contributing to both academic excellence and industry applications globally.

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Farahani, Z. K., Mousavi, M., Ardebili, M. S., & Bakhoda, H. (2022). Modification of sodium alginate by octenyl succinic anhydride to fabricate beads for encapsulating jujube extract. Current Research in Food Science, 54.

Khoshdouni, F. Z. (2021). The effect of extraction method (ultrasonic, maceration, and soxhlet) and solvent type on the extraction rate of phenolic compounds and extraction efficiency of Arctium lappa L. Food and Health, 4(2), 28–34.

Khoshdouni Farahani, Z., Mousavi, M., Seyedain Ardebili, M., & Bakhoda, H. (2022). The influence of sodium alginate and sodium alginate/WPI as coating material on microcapsules of jujube extract produced by spray dryer. Journal of Food Processing and Preservation, e17175.

Helmi, M., Khoshdouni Farahani, Z., Hemmati, A., & Ghaemi, A. (2024). Facile synthesis of Persian gum–graphene oxide composite as a novel adsorbent for CO₂ capture: Characterization and optimization. Scientific Reports, 14(1), 5511.

Farahani, Z. K., Mousavi, M., Seyedain Ardebili, M. S., & Bakhoda, H. (2023). Stability, physicochemical, rheological and sensory properties of beverage containing encapsulated jujube extract with sodium alginate stabilized by sodium alginate and Gellan gum. Food Chemistry Advances, 2, 100195.

Prof. Dr. Odette Virginia Delfin Ortega | Strategic Leadership | Excellence in Research

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Prof. Dr. Odette Virginia Delfin Ortega | Strategic Leadership | Excellence in Research

Universidad Michoacana de San Nicolás de Hidalgo | Mexico

Odette Virginia Delfín Ortega is an accomplished academic and researcher specializing in international business, productivity, and regional development, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region. She earned her Ph.D. in International Business and her Master’s Degree in Foreign Trade from the Universidad Michoacana de San Nicolás de Hidalgo, further enhancing her global perspective through a postdoctoral stay at Aston University in the United Kingdom. With extensive professional experience in customs operations and logistics management, she transitioned to academia as a full-time Associate Professor, where she has contributed significantly to research, teaching, and institutional leadership. Her scholarly output includes five books, 30 book chapters, and more than 60 articles published in internationally recognized journals, complemented by presentations at major academic forums in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. She has held key administrative positions, including Director of the Institute for Economic and Business Research and Coordinator of a CONACYT-recognized graduate program. Her research excellence has earned distinctions such as membership in the National System of Researchers and recognition as an Honorary State Researcher. Currently, she contributes to national academic collaboration as National Technical Secretary of the Mexican Consortium of APEC Study Centers, strengthening ties between academia and regional policy development.

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Delfín-Ortega, O. V. (2025). Assessing technological and sustainable performance in maritime transport through the SFA metafrontier framework. Discover Sustainability. https://doi.org/10.1007/s43621-025-02200-x

Delfin, O. (2025). Efficiency of APEC region ports: An approach introducing weights restrictions in DEA. Maritime Business Review. https://doi.org/10.1108/MABR-03-2024-0022

Delfín-Ortega, O. (2025). Maritime logistics and economic growth in the context of APEC: A two-stage data envelopment analysis study. Journal of Shipping and Trade.

Navarro Chávez, J. C. L., & Delfín Ortega, O. V. (2025). El acervo de capital en la industria manufacturera de los países de América del Norte: Una estimación a partir del método de inventarios perpetuos con factor de ajuste. Revista Nicolaita de Estudios Económicos. https://doi.org/10.33110/rneev19i1.354

Delfin, O. (2025). Labor, capital, and technology as determinants of productivity in the electrical sector in Mexico during its distribution phase. International Journal of Energy, Environment and Economics.

Delfin, O. (2024). La legitimidad democrática en México en el periodo 2018–2021: Una propuesta de índice sintético. Revista Cimexus. https://doi.org/10.33110/cimexus190205

Delfin, O., & Navarro Chávez, J. C. L. (2024). Labor, capital, and technology as determinants of productivity in the electrical sector in Mexico during its distribution phase. International Journal of Energy, Environment and Economics.

Dr. Marc Bertrand Dandji Saah | Team Building and Team Management | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Marc Bertrand Dandji Saah | Team Building and Team Management

University of Dschang | Cameroon

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Dandji Saah, M. B., Bello, I. S., Dangang Bossi, D. S., Tanguenan, F. L., & Zambou Ngoufack, F. (2024). Metabolic syndrome and related factors in Cameroonian women under contraceptive use. PLOS ONE. DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0309054

Dangang Bossi, D. S., Ganota, S.-V., Tambo Téné, S., Dandji Saah, M. B., Maffo Tazoho, G., Kemtsop, P. M., & Zambou Ngoufack, F. (2024). Impact of some treatments on improving the nutritional, phytochemical, antioxidant, and techno-functional properties of jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus) seed flours. Future Foods, 100442. DOI: 10.1016/j.fufo.2024.100442

Kenné Toussé, R., Dangang Bossi, D. S., Dandji Saah, M. B., Foko Kouam, E. M., Njapndounke, B., Tambo Tene, S., Kaktcham, P. M., Zambou Ngoufack, F., & Sarkar, T. (2024). Effect of Curcuma longa rhizome powder on metabolic parameters and oxidative stress markers in high-fructose and high-fat diet-fed rats. Journal of Food Biochemistry. DOI: 10.1155/2024/1445355

Dandji Saah, M. B. (2023). Syndrome métabolique: Une pression endémique chez les adultes. Generis Publishing.

Dangang Bossi, D. S., Dandji Saah, M. B., Njapndounké, B., & Zambou Ngoufack, F. (2023). Nutritional evaluation, oxidative indexes, and functional properties of Irish potatoes, eggs, and red kidney beans–based complementary food. The North African Journal of Food and Nutrition Research, 7(15), 20–30. DOI: 10.51745/najfnr.7.15.20-30

Lemogoum, D., Ngatchou, W., Van de Borne, P., Essola, B., Messomo, T., Dandji, M., Degaute, J. P., Leeman, M., & Hermans, M. P. (2021). Impact of sleep duration and quality on the burden of diabetes among urban and rural community dwellers in Cameroon. Cardiology and Cardiovascular Research. DOI: 10.11648/j.ccr.20210502.16