Genetu Tesfa | Environmental Science | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Genetu Tesfa | Environmental Science | Research Excellence Award

Addis Ababa Science and Technology University | Ethiopia

Genetu Tesfa is an Ethiopian postgraduate researcher in Environmental Engineering at Addis Ababa Science and Technology University, specializing in water and wastewater treatment with a strong focus on the removal of antibiotics and pharmaceutical contaminants using advanced oxidation processes such as iron slag–based electro-Fenton systems. His research addresses critical challenges related to hospital wastewater pollution, antimicrobial resistance, and sustainable environmental remediation. He has published in SCI and Scopus-indexed international journals and contributed to nature-based treatment methods using vetiver grass, as well as waste valorization through composting and alternative fertilizers. His work emphasizes low-cost, environmentally sustainable solutions tailored to developing-country contexts, supported by active interdisciplinary collaborations in environmental science and engineering.


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Winfried Menninghaus | Research Excellence | Outstanding Scientist Award

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Prof. Dr. Winfried Menninghaus | Research Excellence | Outstanding Scientist Award

Max-Planck Institute of Empirical Aesthetics | Germany

Winfried Menninghaus is a leading literary scholar and philosopher whose work unites classical rhetoric, philosophical aesthetics, and modern empirical research. Grounded in ancient Greek and Latin poetics as well as aesthetic theory from Baumgarten and Kant onward, his scholarship offers influential interpretations of major German authors such as Klopstock, Hölderlin, Novalis, Kafka, and Celan. He has made major contributions to core aesthetic debates on beauty, the sublime, nonsense, disgust, and the purpose of art, emphasizing the central role of strong and even negative emotions in aesthetic experience. In his later work, he pioneered the integration of empirical methods into aesthetics, collaborating with psychologists, linguists, and neuroscientists to study sound, rhythm, and melody in poetic language. His research demonstrates how poetic parallelism and deliberate linguistic deviation jointly shape aesthetic appreciation and emotional response. Through this interdisciplinary approach, Menninghaus has played a key role in bridging humanistic theory and experimental aesthetics.

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Ke Wang | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Ke Wang | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

Karlsruhe Institute of Technology | Germany

Ke Wang is a researcher in mechanics and metamaterials with advanced training from Harbin Institute of Technology and Karlsruhe Institute of Technology. His work focuses on nonlocal mechanical systems, roton-like dispersion relations, programmable metamaterials, and wave control, combining theoretical modeling, numerical simulation, and experimental validation. He has extensive expertise in metamaterial design, dispersion analysis, and multiscale modeling, with strong skills in MATLAB, Python, C++, and professional engineering software. His research spans mechanical, acoustic, and electromagnetic metamaterials, as well as applications in thermal regulation and smart structures. He has authored numerous high-impact journal publications, holds multiple patents, and actively contributes to international conferences and collaborative research initiatives.

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Jiyang Xue | Targeted Cancer Immunotherapy | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Jiyang Xue | Targeted Cancer Immunotherapy | Research Excellence Award

Shanghai First Maternity and Infant Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine | China

Dr. Xue Jiyang is a Deputy Chief Pharmacist at Shanghai First Maternity and Infant Hospital and a Ph.D. candidate at Tongji University, specializing in clinical pharmacy, pharmacokinetics, and nanomedicine. Dr. Xue research integrates pharmaceutical sciences with maternal–fetal medicine, oncology, and translational drug delivery. A key focus of Dr. Xue’s work is pharmacokinetic behavior and drug safety during pregnancy, addressing critical gaps in evidence-based medication use for pregnant populations. Dr. Xue has led multiple competitive research projects, including two grants from the National Natural Science Foundation of China, investigating innovative nanocomposite and nanodrug delivery systems targeting the CXCL12/CXCR4 and PD-1/PD-L1 signaling pathways to remodel the immunosuppressive tumor microenvironment in ovarian cancer. Dr. Xue’s studies employ advanced nanotechnology, tumor immunology, and molecular pharmacology to enhance therapeutic efficacy and overcome drug resistance. In parallel, Dr. Xue has conducted pioneering research on environmental exposure during pregnancy, including the impact of maternal microplastic exposure on fetal growth and development, providing important insights into maternal–fetal health risks. Dr. Xue has published more than 10 SCI-indexed papers in high-impact journals such as Redox Biology, Science of the Total Environment, International Journal of Nanomedicine, and Small. Dr. Xue’s contributions have been recognized through prestigious honors and youth talent programs in Shanghai, reflecting Dr. Xue’s growing influence in clinical and translational pharmaceutical research.

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CXCL12/CXCR4 Axis-Targeted Dual-Functional Nano-Drug Delivery System against Ovarian Cancer

– International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2020, 15:5701–5718

Xiaolu Yuan | Material Science | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Xiaolu Yuan | Material Science | Research Excellence Award

University of Science and Technology Beijing | China

Yuan Xiaolu is a materials scientist specializing in diamond-based wide-bandgap semiconductors and advanced carbon materials. His research focuses on diamond material synthesis, surface conductivity engineering, high-performance diamond electronic devices, and carbon-based composites such as graphene–diamond and carbon nanotube/diamond systems with enhanced electrical, thermal, and photothermal properties. He has strong expertise in thin-film deposition, surface modification, interface engineering, and device fabrication, supported by extensive international research collaboration with leading institutions in Japan and China. He has published numerous peer-reviewed papers in high-impact journals covering diamond MOSFETs, ohmic contacts, all-carbon heterostructures, and ultra-efficient heat transport interfaces. His work bridges fundamental materials science and practical device applications. In addition, he holds multiple authorized invention patents related to diamond device fabrication, surface engineering, and carbon composite preparation. He also serves as a principal investigator and technical lead for a nationally funded project focused on diamond materials for self-powered heterogeneous integrated chip technologies.

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Zafran Ullah | Research Excellence | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Zafran Ullah | Research Excellence | Best Researcher Award

Sunway University | Malaysia

Mr. Zafran Ullah is a dedicated PhD student at the School of Engineering, Sunway University, Malaysia, specializing in chemical engineering and sustainable chemical processes. He holds a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering from Universitas Diponegoro (UNDIP), Indonesia, awarded through a fully funded UNDIP scholarship. With over four years of research experience in academia, Zafran has contributed significantly to the field, publishing more than eight articles in renowned international journals including Elsevier, Analytical Sciences, Springer, and The Journal of Biological and Chemical Luminescence. His research primarily focuses on biomass conversion into value-added chemicals via TiO₂ photocatalysis, bridging fundamental chemical engineering principles with applied sustainable technologies. He has completed and is engaged in three research projects, collaborating with five international researchers, and serves as a reviewer for multiple scientific journals. According to Scopus, he has 34 citations across 3 documents and an h-index of 2, reflecting the growing impact of his research contributions. Zafran’s work emphasizes innovation in green chemistry, photochemical catalysis, and industrially relevant biomass valorization, aiming to provide practical solutions for energy and chemical sustainability challenges. He actively participates in consultancy and collaborative research projects, contributing to knowledge dissemination through peer-reviewed publications and scientific collaborations. His ongoing studies and professional engagements demonstrate a strong commitment to advancing chemical engineering research with societal and environmental relevance.

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Kedong Wang | Academic Recognition | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Kedong Wang | Academic Recognition | Research Excellence Award

Beihang University | China

Dr. Kedong Wang is a Professor in the Department of Aerospace Intelligent Science and Technology at Beihang University, specializing in advanced navigation theory and aerospace sensing technologies. His research centers on integrated navigation systems, particularly the fusion of Inertial Navigation Systems (INS) with Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), star sensors, and terrain information to achieve high-precision, robust navigation in complex and challenging environments. A major contribution of his work lies in terrain-aided navigation, where he has developed efficient terrain matching algorithms based on three-dimensional Zernike moments and other orthogonal descriptors, significantly improving matching accuracy, computational efficiency, and real-time performance. Dr. Wang has also made important advances in optimal estimation theory, Kalman filtering under time-correlated and colored measurement noise, and adaptive alignment techniques for low-cost INS with large initial attitude errors. His research integrates theoretical modeling, algorithm design, and practical validation for aerospace and spacecraft navigation applications. With more than 50 peer-reviewed publications in leading journals such as IEEE Transactions on Aerospace and Electronic Systems, Navigation, and Aerospace Science and Technology, his work has contributed substantially to the reliability and intelligence of modern navigation systems used in aviation and space missions.

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Terrain Matching Without Redundant 3D Zernike Moments

– Journal of Navigation, 2025 (Open Access)

Adaptive Alignment for Low-Cost INS in ECEF Frame Under Large Initial Attitude Errors

– Navigation: Journal of the Institute of Navigation, 2023

Feasibility of Using an S-Band GNSS Carrier by Comparing with L and C Bands

– Advances in Space Research, 2020, 66: 2232–2244

Linearized In-Motion Alignment for a Low-Cost INS

– IEEE Transactions on Aerospace and Electronic Systems, 2020, 56(3): 1917–1925

Yan Niu | Drug Design | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Yan Niu | Drug Design | Research Excellence Award

School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University | China

Yan Niu is an Associate Professor of Medicinal Chemistry at the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University, with extensive experience in small-molecule drug discovery and targeted protein degradation. Her research focuses on the discovery, design, and optimization of biologically active compounds, particularly innovative chemical strategies that modulate protein function for therapeutic benefit. A central contribution of her work is the development of amino acid–based hydrophobic tagging approaches for targeted protein degradation. Her studies demonstrate that N-tert-butoxycarbonyl–protected amino acid hydrophobic tags can effectively induce degradation of proteins of interest through mechanisms distinct from conventional PROTAC technologies, offering advantages in structural diversity, onset and duration of action, and degradation pathways. Beyond protein degradation, Dr. Niu has led multiple national and regional research projects supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and the Beijing Natural Science Foundation, including the design and optimization of non-peptide β-secretase inhibitors for Alzheimer’s disease and anti-aging therapies. Her work integrates medicinal chemistry, mechanism-of-action studies, and pharmacological evaluation to advance drug-like properties and translational potential. With 46 peer-reviewed publications, an H-index of 14, multiple patents, and international research experience in Germany and Austria, her contributions have significantly expanded chemical strategies for therapeutic innovation in medicinal chemistry.

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Withz Aimable | Finance | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Withz Aimable | Finance | Research Excellence Award

Yuan Ze University | Taiwan

Dr. Withz Aimable is a finance scholar with a Ph.D. in Finance, an MBA, and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, specializing in financial economics, FinTech, and quantitative investing. His research focuses on cryptocurrencies, blockchain, decentralized finance (DeFi), asset pricing, portfolio and risk management, and the performance of financial institutions, with growing emphasis on ESG integration and green/climate finance. He employs advanced econometric techniques, time-series analysis, and machine learning methods to study market dynamics, financial connectedness, and investor behavior. Dr. Aimable’s doctoral research examined dynamic connectedness in financial markets, contributing to the understanding of spillovers and systemic risk during periods of uncertainty. His current work applies machine learning and data-driven models to stock price prediction and forecasting, aiming to improve investment decision-making and risk assessment. He has published in SSCI-indexed journals, including The North American Journal of Economics and Finance, and has presented his research at international conferences. In addition to academic research, Dr. Aimable has extensive experience as a research assistant and adjunct faculty member at Yuan Ze University, where he has contributed to grant development, empirical research, and finance education. His interdisciplinary approach bridges theory and practice, supporting innovation in modern finance and financial markets research.

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Cryptocurrency Market Spillover in Times of Uncertainty

– The North American Journal of Economics and Finance, Volume 76, January 2025, 102347


Institutional Reforms, Control of Corruption, and Diaspora Entrepreneurship: Insights and Perspectives on America’s Poorest Economy

– Journal of Entrepreneurship and Public Policy, 2021, Volume 10, Issue 4, Pages 471–491

Isaac Aninakwanh | Research Excellence | Young Scientist Award

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Mr. Isaac Aninakwanh | Research Excellence | Young Scientist Award

St. Monicas College of Education–Mampong, Ashanti | Ghana

Isaac Aninakwah is a doctoral researcher in Geography and Regional Planning with a strong academic foundation and multidisciplinary expertise in physical and human geography, environmental science, and social studies. He holds advanced training in geography education and has developed broad competence across geomorphology, climatology, water resources, wetland management, oceanography, environmental governance, and sustainability studies. His academic journey reflects a strong commitment to understanding the interactions between natural systems and human societies, particularly within developing-country contexts. His research interests focus on geomorphology, shoreline dynamics, water quality assessment, climate change adaptation, land-use and land-cover change, environmental justice, and sustainable management of marine and terrestrial resources. He has demonstrated significant experience in handling research projects related to sediment contamination, erosion processes, hill slope failure, wetland degradation, urban heat island dynamics, biodiversity conservation, and resource governance. His work integrates geospatial techniques, remote sensing, GIS, statistical analysis, and field-based environmental assessment to inform policy-relevant solutions. Isaac has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and contributed scholarly chapters to reputable academic publishers. His research outputs address critical environmental and socio-economic challenges, including land degradation, water security, plastic pollution, eutrophication, urban expansion, and ecosystem service loss. In addition to academic publishing, he actively contributes to public discourse through opinion pieces on environmental management, governance, infrastructure safety, social welfare, and sustainable development. Beyond research, he is an experienced educator with strong mentoring, proposal writing, and research dissemination skills. He is proficient in statistical software, geospatial tools, and digital research platforms, enabling effective data-driven analysis. Fluent in English and Twi with basic proficiency in French, he combines academic rigor with effective communication and community engagement. Overall, Isaac Aninakwah is a dedicated scholar and educator whose work bridges environmental science, social inquiry, and policy relevance, contributing meaningfully to sustainable development, resource management, and geographic scholarship in Africa.

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