Farzaneh Barati | Biotechnology Awards | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Farzaneh Barati | Biotechnology Awards | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Farzaneh Barati | Alzahra University | Iran

Dr. Farzaneh Barati is a dedicated researcher in Microbial Biotechnology at Alzahra University, Tehran, where she is affiliated with the Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Biological Sciences. She earned her PhD in Microbial Biotechnology after completing her BSc in Cellular and Molecular Biology–Biotechnology and MSc in Microbial Biotechnology, achieving top rankings and being admitted through a gifted-talent program. Her expertise spans microbial cloning, enzyme immobilization, green synthesis of nanoparticles, and the integration of bioinformatics into experimental design. She is also proficient in the design of experiments (DOE) and employs a broad range of bioinformatics and genetics software in her research. Dr. Barati has successfully completed several significant research projects, including cloning the phbC gene in Ralstonia eutropha to enhance polyhydroxybutyrate production, immobilization of microbial collagenase on metal nanoparticles using bioinformatic and experimental approaches, and isolation and molecular characterization of a native microbial species from soil contaminated with slaughterhouse waste, with GenBank accession documentation. Her work has resulted in multiple publications in internationally recognized journals indexed in Scopus and ISI, contributing to her scholarly impact. Her research is characterized by a focus on innovative biotechnological applications, combining molecular biology, enzyme engineering, and nanobiotechnology to address environmental and industrial challenges. Dr. Barati actively presents her findings at conferences and collaborates with fellow researchers, fostering knowledge exchange and advancing the field of microbial biotechnology. She is a full member of the Iranian Society of Microbial Science and Technology and maintains active academic profiles on Google Scholar and ResearchGate, reflecting her commitment to transparency and scholarly communication. Dr. Barati’s contributions highlight her dedication to advancing microbial biotechnology through innovative research, impactful publications, and practical applications, making her a distinguished candidate for the Research Excellence Award.

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Featured Publications

Barati, F., Hosseini, F., Vafaee, R., Sabouri, Z., Ghadam, P., Arab, S. S., Shadfar, N., & Piroozmand, F. (2024). In silico approaches to investigate enzyme immobilization: A comprehensive systematic review. Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics. https://doi.org/10.1039/d3cp03989g

Majidi Ghahfarokhi, S., Hosseini, F., Ghadam, P., & Barati, F. (2024). Isolation and characterization of a collagenase-producing bacterium from the soil contaminated with slaughterhouse waste. Biocatalysis and Agricultural Biotechnology. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bcab.2024.103407

Barati, F., Hosseini, F., Ghadam, P., & Arab, S. S. (2024). Optimizing CuO nanoparticle synthesis via walnut green husk extract utilizing response surface methodology. Journal of Molecular Structure. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.molstruc.2024.139077

Barati, F., Asgarani, E., Gharavi, S., & Soudi, M. R. (2021). Considerable increase in Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate) production via phbC gene overexpression in Ralstonia eutropha PTCC 1615. BioImpacts. https://doi.org/10.34172/BI.2021.07

Barati, F., Hosseini, F., Habibi Moghadam, F., & Abbasi Dezfouli, S. (2021). Face mask as a tool to prevent the coronavirus disease 2019: The importance and challenges. International Journal of Health and Life Sciences. https://doi.org/10.5812/ijhls.109729

Barati, M., Javanmardi, F., Mousavi Jazayeri, S. M. H., Jabbari, M., Rahmani, J., Barati, F., Nickho, H., Davoodi, S. H., Roshanravan, N., & Mousavi Khaneghah, A. (2020). Techniques, perspectives, and challenges of bioactive peptide generation: A comprehensive systematic review. Comprehensive Reviews in Food Science and Food Safety. https://doi.org/10.1111/1541-4337.12578

Mohammad Goli | Agricultural Technology | Best Faculty Award

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Prof. Dr. Mohammad Goli | Agricultural Technology | Best Faculty Award

Prof. Dr. Mohammad Goli | Islamic Azad University | Iran

Prof. Mohammad Goli is a distinguished researcher in Food Science and Technology at the Islamic Azad University, Isfahan (Khorasgan) Branch, with a prolific record of high-impact international publications. His scientific contributions span food chemistry, processing technology, nutraceuticals, and food safety, emphasizing innovative, sustainable, and health-oriented approaches to modern food production. His most-cited works include studies on cold atmospheric plasma processing, bioactive compound extraction from plant-based wastes, functional protein modification, and nanoemulsion technology for food systems. These publications have been widely referenced across fields including food engineering, biotechnology, and nutrition science. His review on COVID-19 and the food industry, published in Food Science & Nutrition, is particularly recognized for its early insights into food production safety during the pandemic. Prof. Goli collaborates extensively with national and international scholars, and his recent research focuses on green processing, food waste valorization, and functional food innovation. His work bridges fundamental food science with applied industrial research, supporting advancements in food security, sustainability, and health-promoting technologies.

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Featured Publications

Goli, M. (2020). Review of novel human β-coronavirus (2019-nCoV or SARS-CoV-2) from the food industry perspective — Appropriate approaches to food production technology. Food Science & Nutrition, ISI-WOS (Q2), USA. [DOI: 10.1002/fsn3.1892]

Goli, M. (2020). Review of novel human β-coronavirus (2019-nCoV or SARS-CoV-2) from the food industry perspective — Food plant health principles. Journal of Food Safety, ISI-WOS (Q3), USA. [DOI: 10.1111/jfs.12853]

Abarghoei, M., Goli, M., Shahi, S. (2023). Investigation of cold atmospheric plasma effects on functional and physicochemical properties of wheat germ protein isolate. LWT – Food Science and Technology, ISI-WOS (Q1), Netherlands. [DOI: 10.1016/j.lwt.2023.114585]

Jabbari, N., Goli, M., Shahi, S. (2024). Optimization of bioactive compound extraction from saffron petals using ultrasound-assisted acidified ethanol solvent: Adding value to food waste. Foods, ISI-WOS (Q1), Switzerland. [DOI: 10.3390/foods13040542]

Heidari, M., Khodadadi Jokar, Y., Madani, S., Shahi, S., Shahi, M.S., Goli, M. (2023). Influence of food type on human psychological–behavioral responses and crime reduction. Nutrients, ISI-WOS (Q1), Switzerland. [DOI: 10.3390/nu15173715]

Zahra Amini | Emerging Technologies | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Zahra Amini | Emerging Technologies | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Zahra Amini | Sharif University of Technology | Iran

Dr. Zahra Amini is an Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering at Sharif University of Technology, specializing in intelligent transportation systems, sustainable mobility, and operations research for urban traffic management. She earned her Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley, and has led impactful projects in Iran and the U.S., ranging from corridor management to urban traffic resilience. With several high-impact publications, awards, and ongoing research on data-driven and machine learning approaches to transportation systems, she is recognized for advancing reliable, sustainable, and intelligent urban mobility solutions.

Academic Profile 

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Education

Dr. Zahra Amini completed her higher education in Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of California, Berkeley, where she advanced her expertise in transportation systems and sustainable infrastructure. Alongside her major studies, she pursued minors in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, and City and Regional Planning, which provided her with a strong interdisciplinary foundation. Her doctoral thesis focused on data-driven approaches for developing robust signal plans in urban transportation networks, reflecting her commitment to integrating advanced analytical methods with practical engineering challenges. This academic background equipped her with the technical knowledge and research skills that now define her scholarly and professional contributions.

Professional Experience

Dr. Amini serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Sharif University of Technology, where she teaches both undergraduate and graduate courses. Her teaching portfolio includes systems engineering, traffic engineering, and advanced transportation analysis, complemented by the design of a specialized course in Intelligent Transportation Systems. In addition to her academic role, she manages several research and development projects aimed at improving urban transportation and logistics planning. She has also gained international experience through her work at California Partners for Advanced Transportation Technology, contributing to projects focused on corridor management and traffic system optimization.

Research Interests

Dr. Amini’s research is centered on intelligent transportation systems, sustainable mobility solutions, and operations research applications in transportation system design. She focuses on integrating data-driven and machine learning methods to analyze and improve urban traffic flow, evaluate network resilience, and design reliable transport strategies. Her work also explores the operational sustainability of urban traffic networks and the role of intelligent systems in shaping resilient cities. By bridging theoretical models with applied research, she contributes innovative solutions to the pressing challenges of modern transportation.

Awards and Honors

Dr. Amini has received recognition for her teaching and research contributions through multiple awards. She has been honored for designing innovative courses in Intelligent Transportation Systems and has secured research grants supporting the development of advanced mobility solutions. Her scholarly excellence has been acknowledged with distinctions such as best paper and best presentation awards at international conferences. Additionally, she has been awarded prestigious fellowships that supported her academic journey and research endeavors, reflecting her status as a promising leader in the field of transportation engineering.

Publications

Agent-Based Modeling for Sustainable Urban Passenger Vehicle Mobility: A Case of Tehran
Author: M.E. Doraki, A. Avami, M. Boroushaki, Z. Amini
Journal: Transportation Research Part D: Transport and Environment
Year: 2024

Optimizing offsets in signalized traffic networks: A case study
Author: Z. Amini, S. Coogan, C. Flores, A. Skabardonis, P. Varaiya
Journal: IEEE Conference on Control Technology and Applications (CCTA)
Year: 2018

The Impact of Network Indices Integration on Traffic Flow Imputation Accuracy: A Machine Learning Approach
Author:  S. Sabzekar, A. Roudbari, A. Dehghani, A. Safaeiestalkhzir, Z. Amini
Journal: IEEE Transactions on Intelligent Transportation Systems
Year: 2025

Using neural network for predicting hourly origin-destination matrices from trip data and environmental information
Author: E. Hassanzadeh, Z. Amini
Journal: Scientia Iranica
Year: 2024

Unsupervised learning for topological classification of transportation networks
Author: S. Sabzekar, M.R.V. Malakshah, Z. Amini
Journal: arXiv preprint –
Year: 2023

Data-Driven Approaches for Robust Signal Plans in Urban Transportation Networks
Author: Z. Amini
Journal:  University of California, Berkeley (Thesis)
Year: 2018

Spatial network-wide traffic flow imputation with graph neural network
Author: S. Sabzekar, R. Bahmani, M. Ghasemi, Z. Amini
Journal:  International Journal of Intelligent Transportation Systems Research
Year: 2025

Analyzing the impacts of gasoline price change on nationwide trip demand and drivers’ behavior using regression discontinuity design
Author: S. Saeidi, Z. Amini
Journal: Scientia Iranica
Year: 2024

Conclusion

Dr. Zahra Amini’s distinguished academic background, impactful research in intelligent and sustainable transportation systems, and recognized leadership in advancing innovative solutions firmly establish her as an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her dedication to bridging research, education, and real-world applications makes her not only deserving of this recognition but also a valuable contributor to the global scientific community.