Zibouda Aliouat | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Zibouda Aliouat | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award 

University Setif 1 Ferhat Abbas | Algeria

Prof. Zibouda Aliouat is a distinguished academic in computer science, specializing in distributed systems, cybersecurity, and Internet of Things technologies. With a strong educational background culminating in a doctorate and habilitation, he has progressed to full professor while leading master’s and doctoral programs and supervising numerous researchers. His research leadership spans major national and international projects in wireless sensor networks, IoT, and intelligent systems. He has authored 132 scientific documents, achieving 1,893 citations across 1,650 citing documents, with an h-index of 24, reflecting his significant impact. A prolific contributor and reviewer, his work advances network optimization, security, and machine learning applications.

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Amanuel Fufa | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Amanuel Fufa | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

Awash Bank | Ethiopia

A highly accomplished banking professional and academic with expertise in bank modernization, digital transformation, quality assurance, auditing, and resource mobilization. Holds advanced qualifications in managerial leadership, management, and development economics, supported by a strong record of peer-reviewed research. Demonstrates proven leadership, analytical capability, and a commitment to operational excellence and regulatory compliance within the financial sector. Experienced in improving service delivery, optimizing institutional performance, and implementing system upgrades. Possesses strong skills in data analysis tools, financial reporting, and communication, with the ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively.

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Aikaterini Sousamli | Academic Recognition | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. Aikaterini Sousamli | Academic Recognition | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Aikaterini Sousamli | University of West Attica, Department of Midwifery | Greece

Aikaterini Sousamli is an experienced midwife, researcher, and PhD candidate at the University of West Attica, specializing in perinatal health, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), women’s health, and primary healthcare. With a strong academic foundation in midwifery and postgraduate studies in Primary Health Care—completed with highest distinction—she has developed a multidisciplinary profile that integrates clinical care, epidemiological research, and public health education. Her doctoral research focuses on perinatal factors associated with the emergence of ASD in children and the implications for family dynamics. She contributes actively as a research associate in major public health, epidemiology, antimicrobial resistance, and global health indicator programs within the Department of Medicine at the University of Thessaly. Her expertise also extends to family planning, maternal mental health, menopause, postpartum care, and vulnerable populations. Throughout her clinical career, she has held key positions in family planning centers, obstetrics and gynecology units, oncology operating rooms, and primary healthcare services. She has played an instrumental role in revitalizing community-based family planning services, developing childbirth education programs both in-person and online, and delivering health education to students and the wider community on reproductive health, prevention, and women’s well-being. Her scientific activity includes numerous peer-reviewed publications, systematic reviews, epidemiological studies, and collaborative research across midwifery, public health, autism, reproductive health, multiple sclerosis, and maternal mental health. She has contributed to international and national conferences with oral presentations and e-posters, and she serves as a reviewer for reputable scientific journals. Additionally, she has supported academic development through translation and editing of midwifery educational materials and has delivered lectures in university medical programs on primary healthcare and the role of the midwife.

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Amar, F. E. (2025). EL JUEGO COMO MEDIO DE ENSEÑANZA DE LOS DEPORTES PARALÍMPICOS. In Cartografía Lúdica: enseñar, aprender, cuidar y transformar la cultura y la sociedad jugando (Book chapter). ISBN: 979-13-7006-273-6.

Amar, F. E. (2025). EL MAESTRO QUE ACTÚA. UNA NARRATIVA A PROPÓSITO DE SU HOMOSEXUALIDAD. In Caminando hacia la inclusión de las personas LGBTIQA+. Resistencias y alternativas contrahegemónicas (Book chapter). ISBN: 979-13-7006-510-2.

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

Amar, F. E. (2025). Tecnología, inclusión y educación social. Una narrativa. RiiTE: Revista Interuniversitaria de Investigación en Tecnología Educativa.

Amar, F. E. (2025). Mi infancia son recuerdos de un patio (de colegio) en Cádiz. Gaditana-Logía. https://doi.org/10.25267/Gadit.2025.v6.07

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

Uchenna Kingsley Okeke | Research Excellence | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Uchenna Kingsley Okeke | Research Excellence | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Uchenna Kingsley Okeke | University of Johannesburg | South Africa

A dedicated researcher and educator, this academic professional has established a strong interdisciplinary footprint in Physics Education, STEM/STEAM pedagogy, and curriculum innovation. Their work spans instructional strategy design, educational assessment, and the integration of indigenous knowledge systems into science education, with a particular emphasis on decolonizing STEM pedagogy and advancing gender-responsive teaching aligned with Sustainable Development Goal 4. With teaching and research experience across university and secondary school settings, they have contributed significantly to the development of physics education through innovative instructional approaches, classroom engagement research, and psychomotor domain advancement within STEAM frameworks. Their scholarly achievements include numerous peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and conference proceedings covering topics such as cognitively guided instruction, contextualized physics pedagogy, assessment practices, student mental health, and gender-related barriers in STEM. Their research also explores comparative instructional models, students’ learning difficulties, cognitive development, and the role of science education in fostering social dimensions of scientific understanding. In addition to publishing in respected international journals, they serve as a peer reviewer for several academic outlets, demonstrating commitment to scholarly quality and academic leadership. The candidate’s professional experience includes university-level instruction, curriculum development, supervision of teaching practicums, and management of school-wide academic programmes. They possess expertise in quantitative and qualitative research methods, especially SPSS statistical analysis and thematic interpretation of qualitative data. Their contributions extend to professional development initiatives for educators and community-based engagement focused on social and environmental issues. They have presented research at international conferences and participated in capacity-building programmes and workshops dedicated to gender equity, African studies, and early-career research development. Their academic competencies span instructional design, assessment development, cross-cultural collaboration, and evidence-based teaching practices. As an active member of relevant professional bodies, they continue to contribute to the growth of science education through research, leadership, and transformative educational practice.

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Okeke, U. K., & Ramaila, S. (2025). Decolonizing secondary school science education through contextualized instruction: An exploration of the nature of science, adaptive expertise, instructional implications and pedagogical frameworks for knowledge integration. Social Sciences & Humanities Open, 11, 101614. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ssaho.2025.101614

Okeke, U. K., & Ramaila, S. (2025). Reimagining the psychomotor domain: Pedagogical implications of STEAM education. Education Sciences, 15(11), 1497. https://doi.org/10.3390/educsci15111497

Okeke, U. K. (2025). Instructional design considerations: Cognitive development and physics comprehension in secondary education. International Journal of Studies in Psychology, 5(2), 1–4.

Okeke, U. K., & Ramaila, S. (2025, June 28). Teachers’ TPACK: Evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of online assessment in K-12 science instruction. In Education and New Developments (END) 2025 Conference Proceedings (pp. 171–174).

Okeke, U. K., & Ramaila, S. (2025, June 28). The emergence of STEAM and its pedagogical implications: A re-evaluation of the psychomotor domain. In Education and New Developments (END) 2025 Conference Proceedings (pp. 151–155).

Adeduyigbe, A. M., Ukoh, E. E., & Okeke, U. K. (2025). Influence of gender on secondary school physics students’ learning difficulties in electricity. Physics Education, 60, 025017. https://doi.org/10.1088/1361-6552/adab5d

Urmila Shirke | Research Excellence | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Urmila Shirke | Research Excellence | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Urmila Shirke | Dr. D. Y. Patil College of Ayurved & Research Centre | India

Dr. Urmila Jijaba Shirke is an Associate Professor in the Department of Swasthavritta and Yoga at Dr. D. Y. Patil College of Ayurved and Research Centre, Pimpri, Pune. She holds degrees in BAMS, MD in Swasthavritta and Yoga, and an MA in Sanskrit, and is currently pursuing her PhD from Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth. With over sixteen years of academic experience, she has served as Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor and Head of Department at leading Ayurvedic institutions. Her research interests span preventive and promotive health, yoga therapy, diet and lifestyle management, and Ayurvedic public health applications. Dr. Shirke has authored numerous research papers in national and international journals and has contributed to a book on Kayachikitsa and Mano Vigyan. She has participated in and organized many seminars, CME programs, and workshops on Ayurveda and Yoga across India and abroad. Her projects include both self-funded and externally funded research supported by MUHS and Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth. Actively involved in administrative and academic activities, she serves as IQAC Coordinator and NAAC Committee in-charge and has played a key role in developing curricula and health education initiatives. She is also a recognized PG guide and examiner for MUHS, mentoring students in research and clinical training. Dedicated to public health and community welfare, Dr. Shirke regularly conducts health camps, obesity awareness programs, and yoga training courses, promoting holistic living through Ayurveda and Yoga.

Mansour Amini | Research Excellence | Innovative Research Award

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Dr. Mansour Amini | University Sains Malaysia | Innovative Research Award 

Dr. Mansour Amini | University Sains | Malaysia

Dr. Mansour Amini is a distinguished academic, researcher, and translator whose expertise spans translation studies, applied linguistics, and English language teaching. He serves as a senior lecturer at Universiti Sains Malaysia, where he contributes actively to teaching, research, and postgraduate supervision. His professional journey includes leadership roles in higher education, where he has coordinated courses, guided research teams, and contributed to programme development and innovation. Fluent in multiple languages, including English, Persian, Azerbaijani, and Turkish, with working knowledge of others, he brings a unique cross-cultural perspective to his scholarship. Dr. Amini’s research covers translation quality assessment, interpreting, language pedagogy, feedback practices, and the integration of artificial intelligence in translation studies. He has published widely in reputable international journals, with his body of work comprising more than forty scholarly documents that have collectively earned over 216 citations across more 152  academic sources, reflected in a citation index of 7. Beyond research, he has been recognized with awards for teaching excellence, academic leadership, and impactful scholarly contributions. His professional engagements also extend to international collaborations, visiting professorships, and fellowships, reflecting his global academic footprint. Dedicated to fostering academic growth, he continues to inspire students and colleagues through innovative research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a passion for multilingual education.

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Amini, M. (2025). Book review: AI revolution: Profitable opportunities in the age of artificial intelligence. Journal of Multidisciplinary in Social Sciences.

Amini, M., & Zahabi, A. (2025). Communicating across borders: Unveiling the pragmatic foundations in applied linguistics. International Review of Pragmatics.

Amini, M., Lee, K.-F., & Yiqiu, W., & Ravindran, L. (2025). Proposing a framework for ethical use of AI in academic writing based on a conceptual review: Implications for quality education. Interactive Learning Environments.

Amini, M., Wang, Q., Amini, D., Ravindran, L., Tan Ai Lin, D., Ganapathy, M., Singh, M. K. M., Bartsch, D. U. G., Cheng, L., & Ferreyra, H. A., et al. (2025). The significance of humanistic approach and moral development in English language classrooms. Discover Education.

Alavi, S., Amini, M., & Zahabi, A. (2025). Postgraduate TEFL students’ perceptions towards thesis supervision quality in Thailand: The role of expectations and negotiation in supervision quality. Reflections.

Yeoh, S. W., Amini, M., Lee, K.-F., & Oumeng, H. (2025). Analysing individual racism portrayal in Hanna Alkaf’s novel The weight of our sky. Cogent Arts & Humanities, 12(1).

Wu, S., Amini, M., & Mahfoodh, O. H. A. (2025). Unveiling certainty and doubt: A systemic functional exploration of epistemic modality in courtroom discourse. International Journal for the Semiotics of Law – Revue internationale de Sémiotique juridique.

Amini, M. (2025). Navigating health information in the age of artificial intelligence. Multimedia and Sensory Input for Augmented, Mixed, and Virtual Reality.

Amini, M. (2025). Cutting-edge approaches in translator education and pedagogy. Cutting-Edge Approaches in Translator Education and Pedagogy.

Lea Sandoz-Mey | Academic Recognition | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Lea Sandoz-Mey | Academic Recognition | Best Researcher Award

Global Campus of Human Rights | Switzerland

Lea Sandoz-Mey is an accomplished inclusion expert with extensive experience in accessibility, participation, and Disability Studies, firmly rooted in the principles of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. She has held leadership and project management roles across Switzerland, driving campaigns, initiatives, and educational programs that foster inclusive structures and sustainable change. As the Founder and President of inclusion360 and an active board member in national and international organizations, she brings together diverse stakeholders to advance human rights and social participation. Her professional journey is complemented by international training in leadership and European studies, as well as recognition in prestigious competitions such as Global Changemakers and Global Teen Leader. Passionate, practical, and visionary, Lea continues to serve as a connector and bridge-builder in shaping a more inclusive society.

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