Ammar Khaleel | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Ammar Khaleel | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

Széchenyi István Egyetem | Hungary

Ammar Khaleel is a PhD student in Computer Science at Széchenyi István Egyetem, specializing in intelligent and autonomous transportation systems. His research focuses on reinforcement learning–based decision making for autonomous vehicles, with particular emphasis on autonomous driving and lane-changing strategies. He has strong expertise in deep reinforcement learning methods such as DDPG and PPO, as well as Model Predictive Control. Ammar actively works with traffic simulation environments using SUMO and the TraCI Python API to model and evaluate complex traffic scenarios. His technical skills include Python and C/C++, along with experience in Git, LaTeX, and scientific software tools.

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A Multi-Levels RNG Permutation

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A New Permutation Method for Sequence of Order 28

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N/A and Signature Analysis for Malwares Detection and Removal

– Indian Journal of Science and Technology

Mark Butlin | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Mark Butlin | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

University of Southern Queensland | Australia

Mark Andrew Butlin is an accomplished education law academic and practitioner with extensive experience across tertiary and secondary education. He is a senior academic at the University of Southern Queensland, specialising in education law, teacher accountability, duty of care, assessment, and professional ethics. His expertise is widely recognised through expert witness engagements, legal consultations, media commentary, and advisory roles for schools, law firms, and government-related matters. He has authored influential books, journal articles, and chapters on education law and ethics, and regularly delivers professional learning for educators and leaders. He is actively involved in professional associations, governance committees, and higher degree research supervision.


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Mohamad Mousavi | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Mohamad Mousavi | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

University of Tehran | Iran

Professor Mohammadali Ebrahimzadeh Mousavi is a leading expert in food science, biotechnology, and food engineering, affiliated with the University of Tehran. His work integrates advanced food processing, packaging technologies, rheology, mass and heat transfer modeling, and functional food development. He has made significant contributions to plant-based products, bioactive compounds, food hydrocolloids, encapsulation systems, and sustainable food technologies. Alongside extensive teaching at undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral levels, he has held numerous senior academic, policy-making, and industrial advisory roles. His research output, high citation impact, and technology transfer activities demonstrate strong influence in both academia and industry.

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Mohamed Amen | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Mohamed Amen | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

Adelaide University (University of South Australia, formerly) | Australia

Dr. Mohamed Amen is a Postdoctoral Researcher at Adelaide University, specialising in the development and translation of nanoscale sensor technologies for biomedical applications. With a strong foundation in biomedical and biomaterial engineering, his work focuses on the design of solid-state field-effect transistors for high-sensitivity biosignal monitoring and point-of-care diagnostics. His research aims to bridge advanced nanotechnology with clinical applications, addressing critical healthcare challenges such as heart failure, traumatic brain injury, preeclampsia, and epilepsy. Dr. Amen has made significant contributions to the field of wearable and implantable diagnostic devices, leveraging microfabrication and nanotechnology platforms to create novel biosensors capable of real-time monitoring of physiological signals. His research combines engineering expertise with translational potential, exemplified by the development of rapid finger-prick tests and wearable ECG systems that are moving toward clinical evaluation and patent protection. His work has attracted industry collaboration, including engagement with leading healthcare technology partners, underscoring the practical impact of his innovations. To date, he has published numerous peer-reviewed articles in high-impact journals and has contributed to several consultancy and industrial projects. His research is highly cited, reflecting its global relevance and scientific influence. He is also an active member of professional societies, including the Australian Materials Research Society and the Australia and New Zealand Nano & Microfluidic Society, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange within the scientific community. Dr. Amen’s work exemplifies research excellence through its combination of cutting-edge innovation, translational application, and community impact. His ongoing projects aim to revolutionize point-of-care diagnostics and wearable biosensing, with the ultimate goal of improving early disease detection, patient outcomes, and global healthcare delivery. His dedication to advancing biomedical nanotechnology positions him as a leading researcher in the integration of solid-state nanosensors into practical clinical tools.

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Julie Leignadier | Scientific Breakthroughs | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Julie Leignadier | Scientific Breakthroughs | Research Excellence Award

Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant | France

Dr. Julie Leignadier is an accomplished immunologist and biologist with extensive experience in both fundamental research and applied biotechnology. She earned her PhD in Montreal, where over five years she studied the mechanisms underlying the strength of the memory T cell receptor, gaining deep expertise in adaptive immunity and molecular signaling. Her doctoral work provided critical insights into immune memory and receptor dynamics, establishing a solid foundation for her future research. Following her PhD, Dr. Leignadier spent eight years as a postdoctoral researcher in leading Swiss and French laboratories, where she led multiple projects at the intersection of immunology and oncology. During this period, she honed her skills in experimental design, cellular and molecular biology, and translational research, contributing to high-impact publications and fostering international collaborations. Her work in cancer immunology emphasized understanding complex immune responses and translating fundamental findings into potential therapeutic strategies. In 2020, Dr. Leignadier joined Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant as Head of the Biology Laboratory, where she oversees the development of innovative and sustainable active ingredients for the cosmetics industry. In this role, she leverages her expertise in cellular biology and immunology to create biologically effective compounds that meet both consumer needs and environmental sustainability standards. Her leadership drives research initiatives that bridge cutting-edge science with industrial application, positioning the company at the forefront of sustainable cosmetic innovation. Dr. Leignadier remains committed to integrating scientific excellence with industrial innovation, applying her deep knowledge of immunology and molecular biology to deliver products that are both effective and environmentally responsible. Her career reflects a unique blend of academic rigor and practical expertise, making her a recognized leader in biologically informed cosmetic research.

 


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Amir H. Navarchian | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Amir H. Navarchian | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Amir H. Navarchian | University of Isfahan | Iran

Prof. Amir H. Navarchian is a distinguished Professor of Chemical and Polymer Engineering at the University of Isfahan, Iran. He earned his B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering from Isfahan University of Technology, and his M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran. He has completed postdoctoral research at the University of Groningen, Netherlands, focusing on polyurethane rheokinetics, and a sabbatical at the University of Waterloo, Canada, investigating polyvinyl acetate as a polymer binder for hybrid aqueous batteries. Prof. Navarchian’s research spans polymer membranes, polymer gas sensors, self-healing composites, and polymerization engineering. He has published extensively, with over 25 journal articles covering polymer/clay nanocomposites, emulsion polymerization, polyurethane chemistry, and molecular simulation studies. His work on PVC/clay nanocomposites led to a patented in-situ polymerization method registered in Iran in 2017. He has also contributed to industrial projects with leading Iranian companies, including the Iranian National Petrochemical Company and Mobarakeh Steel Company, and served as a technical consultant on PVC production processes at Arvand Petrochemical Complex. As an educator, Prof. Navarchian teaches both undergraduate and graduate courses, including Advanced Membrane Process Engineering, Polymerization Reaction Engineering, and Design of Experiments. He actively mentors graduate students in chemical and polymer engineering. He is a member of the Iranian Chemical Engineering Association, Iranian Polymer Engineering Association, and Iranian Composite Association. With a Google Scholar H-index of 21 and i10-index of 41, his research has significantly impacted polymer science, nanocomposites, and industrial polymer processes. Prof. Navarchian combines academic excellence with industrial relevance, driving innovation in polymer engineering while fostering the next generation of engineers through teaching, research, and applied consultancy.

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Qihang Li | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Qihang Li | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

Chongqing University | China

Dr. Qihang Li, Ph.D. from Chongqing University, is an emerging researcher specializing in underground energy storage, rock mechanics, and geotechnical monitoring. His core research focuses on evaluating the feasibility, stability, and airtightness of storing compressed air, natural gas, hydrogen, and carbon dioxide in low-grade salt caverns filled with sediments—a critical direction for advancing large-scale, safe, and sustainable subsurface energy storage technologies. In addition to his contributions to underground storage engineering, Dr. Li integrates computer vision technology into geotechnical applications. He has conducted innovative work on rock and slope monitoring, early-warning systems, and image-recognition–based hazard detection, strengthening the interdisciplinary link between geomechanics and intelligent sensing. Over the past five years, Dr. Li has demonstrated strong research leadership. He has chaired one postgraduate scientific research innovation project and served as a key contributor to more than 10 major research initiatives, including national key R&D sub-projects, general and regional foundation programs, youth funds, and industry–academia collaborative projects. Dr. Li has an impressive publication record, with 45 papers published or accepted—35 indexed in SCI. As the first or corresponding author, he has produced 25 articles in top-tier SCI journals, such as Energy Storage Materials, International Journal of Mining Science and Technology, Chemical Engineering Journal, Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering, and Journal of Cleaner Production. His cumulative impact factor exceeds 152.5, with more than 1,100 ResearchGate citations and an H-index of 18. His contributions include 8 ESI Highly Cited/Hot Papers and 2 papers cited over 100 times.

 

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Hamideh Elmizadeh | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Hamideh Elmizadeh | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Hamideh Elmizadeh | Iranian Research Organization for Science and Technology (IROST) | Iran

Dr. Hamideh Elmizadeh is an accomplished analytical chemist specializing in the design, synthesis, and application of advanced nanomaterials, particularly quantum dots and fluorescent nanosensors for biomedical, forensic, and environmental applications. Her expertise spans optical bio-nanosensors, chemometrics, drug-delivery systems, and the development of high-performance analytical platforms using cutting-edge experimental design and molecular spectroscopy techniques. She is highly skilled in software tools such as Design-Expert, Origin, ChemDraw, and Microsoft Office, complementing her strong background in experimental optimization and nanosensor fabrication. Dr. Elmizadeh has served in academic and research positions across leading Iranian institutions, contributing to higher education as a visiting professor and advancing interdisciplinary research as an assistant professor in analytical chemistry. She has also been actively involved in forensic analytical science through her role at a legal medicine research center, where she developed innovative fluorescent probes for rapid and ultrasensitive detection of drugs and biomolecules in complex biological matrices. Her scientific contributions include numerous publications in high-impact journals, covering quantum dot synthesis, apta-nanobiosensors, hydrogel-based materials, environmental pollutant detection, chitosan-based drug carriers, and chemometric modeling. She has authored specialized conference presentations and co-developed several national patents related to photocatalysis, nanomaterial-based sensors, and targeted drug-delivery systems. Her work has resulted in successful research projects leading to impactful publications, patented technologies, and advanced nanosensor prototypes. Dr. Elmizadeh is also the author of a book on chemical and optical nanosensors and maintains active profiles on major scientific platforms, including ResearchGate, LinkedIn, ORCID, and Scopus. She has participated in numerous specialized workshops on nanotechnology, biosensing, flow cytometry, commercialization, standard development, emotional intelligence, and entrepreneurship. Recognized for scientific excellence, leadership, and innovation, Dr. Elmizadeh is a member of national scientific organizations and serves as editor-in-chief of a nanochemistry journal. Her work reflects a strong commitment to advancing analytical chemistry through research, teaching, and technological innovation.

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Khanmohammadi, M., Elmizadeh, H., & Ghasemi, K. (2015). Investigation of size and morphology of chitosan nanoparticles used in drug delivery system employing chemometric technique. Iranian Journal of Pharmaceutical Research, 14(3), 665–672.

Elmizadeh, H., Khanmohammadi, M., Ghasemi, K., Hassanzadeh, G., & others. (2013). Preparation and optimization of chitosan nanoparticles and magnetic chitosan nanoparticles as delivery systems using Box–Behnken statistical design. Journal of Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Analysis, 80, 141–146.

Elmizadeh, H., Faridbod, F., Soleimani, M., Ganjali, M. R., & Bardajee, G. R. (2020). Fluorescent apta-nanobiosensors for fast and sensitive detection of digoxin in biological fluids using rGQDs: Comparison of two approaches for immobilization of aptamer. Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical, 302, 127133.

Elmizadeh, H., Soleimani, M., Faridbod, F., & Bardajee, G. R. (2017). Ligand-capped CdTe quantum dots as a fluorescent nanosensor for detection of copper ions in environmental water sample. Journal of Fluorescence, 27(6), 2323–2333.

Bardajee, G. R., Zamani, M., Mahmoodian, H., Elmizadeh, H., Yari, H., & others. (2021). Capability of novel fluorescence DNA-conjugated CdTe/ZnS quantum dots nanoprobe for COVID-19 sensing. Spectrochimica Acta Part A: Molecular and Biomolecular Spectroscopy, 269, 120702.

André de Moric | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. André de Moric | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. André de Moric | Faculdade de Ciências Médicas da Santa Casa de São Paulo | Brazil

Dr. André de Moricz, MD, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Surgery and Head of the Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Surgery Group at the Department of Surgery, Santa Casa School of Medical Sciences, São Paulo, Brazil. He holds a medical degree from Fundação do ABC, followed by a Master’s and Doctorate in Surgery from the Santa Casa School of Medical Sciences. Over the course of his extensive academic and clinical career, he has become a leading authority in HPB surgery, complex biliary and pancreatic procedures, and minimally invasive surgical techniques. Dr. Moricz’s research portfolio spans translational oncology, gastrointestinal diseases, surgical outcomes, immune microenvironments, and advanced operative strategies. His contributions include high-impact research on tumour-specific immune responses in pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, global cancer mutational signatures through the Mutographs consortium, and clinically focused studies on gastric emptying after pancreatoduodenectomy, gallstone disease predictors, surgical management in elderly patients, and technical innovations such as modified hepaticojejunostomy to facilitate endoscopic access. He is the author and co-author of several major surgical textbooks, including comprehensive works on general medicine, minimally invasive abdominal wall and digestive surgery, and cornerstone treatises in Brazilian surgical education. His publications also include numerous book chapters featured in authoritative national and regional surgical references, covering HPB surgery, digestive system diseases, and advanced operative management. His early academic contributions also include the development of an experimental pancreas transplantation training model. Beyond academia, Dr. Moricz collaborates with industry, serving as a consultant for projects related to enzyme reposition therapy in pancreatic exocrine insufficiency, supporting innovation that enhances patient care. Recognized for his leadership, technical expertise, and commitment to surgical excellence, Dr. André de Moricz continues to influence clinical practice, research development, and professional training in HPB surgery both in Brazil and internationally.

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Kinker, G. S., Vitiello, G. A. F., Diniz, A. B., Cabral-Piccin, M. P., Pereira, P. H. B., Carvalho, M. L. R., Ferreira, W. A. S., Chaves, A. S., Rondinelli, A., Gusmão, A. F., Defelicibus, A., Dos Santos, G. O., Nunes, W. A., Claro, L. C. L., Bernardo, T. M., Nishio, R. T., Pacheco, A. M., Laus, A. C., Arantes, L. M. R. B., & Moricz, A. de, et al. (2023). Mature tertiary lymphoid structures are key niches of tumour-specific immune responses in pancreatic ductal adenocarcinomas. Gut, 72(10), 1927–1941.

Rego, R. E., Campos, T. de, Moricz, A. de, Silva, R. A., & Pacheco Júnior, A. M. (2003). Cholecystectomy in the elderly: Early results of open versus laparoscopic approach. Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira, 49(3), 293–299.

Pereira, F. L., Vasques, F. T., Moricz, A., Campos, T., Pacheco Jr., A. M., & Silva, R. A. (2012). Correlation analysis between post-pancreatoduodenectomy pancreatic fistula and pancreatic histology. Revista do Colégio Brasileiro de Cirurgiões, 39, 41–47.

Rêgo, R. E. C., Campos, T., Moricz, A. de, Silva, R. A., & Pacheco Júnior, A. M. (2003). Tratamento cirúrgico da litíase vesicular no idoso: Análise dos resultados imediatos da colecistectomia por via aberta e videolaparoscópica. Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira, 49, 293–299.

Reverdito, R., Moricz, A., Campos, T., Pacheco, A. M., & Silva, R. A. (2016). Mirizzi syndrome grades III and IV: Surgical treatment. Revista do Colégio Brasileiro de Cirurgiões, 43(4), 243–247.

Flavia Estefanía Amar Cantos | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Mrs. Flavia Estefanía Amar Cantos | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

Mrs. Flavia Estefanía Amar Cantos | Universidad de Cádiz | Spain

Flavia Estefanía Amar Cantos is a specialist in Physical Activity, Sport Sciences, and Educational Innovation, with comprehensive training that includes a degree in Sports Sciences, two official master’s degrees in Physical Activity and Health and Teacher Training, and advanced postgraduate studies in Sports Coaching and Injury Rehabilitation. Her academic trajectory is complemented by extensive university teaching experience at the University of Cádiz, where she has taught subjects related to biomechanics, acrobatics, motor skills, educational gymnastics, sports pedagogy, aquatic activities, recreational physical activity, and the development of motor competence across different educational stages. She has also contributed to practicum coordination in teacher-training programs and delivered specialized courses in sports training and individual sports foundations. Her research activity includes authorship of scientific articles, book chapters, and two monographs published by a recognized sports-science editorial, addressing topics such as injury prevention, water sports initiation, emotional intelligence in physical education, educational technology, and interdisciplinary pedagogical approaches. Beyond academia, she has developed significant professional experience as a coach, instructor, and technical director in gymnastics, aquatic disciplines, fitness environments, and school-based extracurricular programs. She has held roles of academic coordination, subject leadership, and instructional design in vocational and advanced sports-training programs, contributing to curriculum implementation in areas such as biomechanics, biological foundations, sports techniques, group dynamics, disability and inclusion, aquatic conditioning, and emergency intervention. Her profile reflects a solid blend of teaching excellence, applied research, professional leadership, and commitment to promoting health, inclusion, and high-quality physical education through evidence-based practice and innovation.

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Amar Cantos, F. E. (2025). El juego como medio de enseñanza de los deportes paralímpicos. En Cartografía lúdica: Enseñar, aprender, cuidar y transformar la cultura y la sociedad jugando (ISBN 979-13-7006-273-6).

Amar Cantos, F. E. (2025). El maestro que actúa. Una narrativa a propósito de su homosexualidad. En Caminando hacia la inclusión de las personas LGBTIQA+: Resistencias y alternativas contrahegemónicas (ISBN 979-13-7006-510-2).

Amar Cantos, F. E. (2025). Mi infancia son recuerdos de un patio (de colegio) en Cádiz. Gaditana-Logía.

Amar Cantos, F. E. (2025). Mi infancia son recuerdos de un patio (de colegio) en Cádiz. Gaditana-Logía Comunicación.

Amar Cantos, F. E. (2025). Tecnología, inclusión y educación social: Una narrativa. RiiTE: Revista Interuniversitaria de Investigación en Tecnología Educativa. https://doi.org/10.6018/riite.685041

Amar Cantos, F. E. (2024). An oncology patient’s reading. In F. Amar & V. Amar (Eds.), Advances in Psychology, Mental Health, and Behavioral Studies (pp. xx–xx). IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-4244-2.ch013

Amar, F., Sánchez, B., & Amar, V. (2025). La inteligencia artificial a través de la narrativa: ¿Cuánto hay de inteligencia y cuánto de artificial? Educação e Pesquisa. https://doi.org/10.1590/s1678-4634202551291963es