Jyoti Srivastava | Research Excellence | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Jyoti Srivastava | Research Excellence | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Jyoti Srivastava | Moffitt Cancer Center | United States

Dr. Jyoti Srivastava, Senior Research Scientist in the Department of Tumor Microenvironment and Metastasis at Moffitt Cancer Center, is an accomplished molecular biologist with over 18 years of pioneering experience spanning cancer biology, immuno-oncology, and therapeutic discovery. Her multidisciplinary research integrates molecular genetics, pharmacology, redox biology, and genomics to uncover mechanisms driving tumor progression, metastasis, and drug resistance. At Moffitt, Dr. Srivastava has made groundbreaking discoveries in melanoma, elucidating how redox and nitrosylation signaling pathways modulate immune evasion and therapeutic resistance in NRAS-driven cancers. Her work has identified actionable targets and led to the development of innovative RNAi-, PROTAC-, and small-molecule–based therapeutics that have advanced toward preclinical and clinical evaluation. Previously at Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals and Yale University, she spearheaded translational research programs that delivered clinical candidates for lung diseases and cancer, while uncovering novel oncogenic pathways such as AEG-1/MTDH in hepatocellular carcinoma and non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). Dr. Srivastava’s contributions—reflected in over 30 peer-reviewed publications, invited talks at major international conferences, and successful therapeutic innovations—underscore her leadership in bridging fundamental discoveries with clinical application, advancing next-generation strategies to combat cancer and chronic diseases.

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Featured Publications 

Yoo, B. K., Santhekadur, P. K., Gredler, R., Chen, D., Emdad, L., Bhutia, S., … & Fisher, P. B. (2011). Increased RNA-induced silencing complex (RISC) activity contributes to hepatocellular carcinoma. Hepatology, 53(5), 1538–1548. https://doi.org/10.1002/hep.24221

Santhekadur, P. K., Das, S. K., Gredler, R., Chen, D., Srivastava, J., Robertson, C., … & Fisher, P. B. (2012). Multifunction protein staphylococcal nuclease domain containing 1 (SND1) promotes tumor angiogenesis in human hepatocellular carcinoma through a novel pathway involving NF-κB and miR-221. Journal of Biological Chemistry, 287(17), 13952–13958. https://doi.org/10.1074/jbc.M111.323899

Sarkar, D., & Fisher, P. B. (2013). AEG-1/MTDH/Lyric: Clinical significance. Advances in Cancer Research, 120, 39–74. https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-12-401676-7.00002-0

Srivastava, J., Siddiq, A., Emdad, L., Santhekadur, P. K., Chen, D., Gredler, R., … & Fisher, P. B. (2012). Astrocyte elevated gene-1 promotes hepatocarcinogenesis: Novel insights from a mouse model. Hepatology, 56(5), 1782–1791. https://doi.org/10.1002/hep.25841

Santhekadur, P. K., Akiel, M., Emdad, L., Gredler, R., Srivastava, J., … & Fisher, P. B. (2014). Staphylococcal nuclease domain containing-1 (SND1) promotes migration and invasion via angiotensin II type 1 receptor (AT1R) and TGF-β signaling. FEBS Open Bio, 4, 353–361. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fob.2014.03.001

Yong Liu | Research Excellence | Innovative Research Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yong Liu | Research Excellence | Innovative Research Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr Yong Liu | Tianjin University | China

Dr. Yong Liu is an Associate Professor at the School of Electrical and Information Engineering, Tianjin University, China. With an extensive record of scholarly contributions, he has authored and co-authored over 100 technical papers, three books or book chapters, and more than 50 patents in electrical engineering. His research primarily focuses on ageing evaluation, defect diagnosis, and performance monitoring of outdoor insulators and power cables under complex atmospheric and electrical conditions. Dr. Liu’s pioneering work integrates advanced sensing technologies, signal processing, and artificial intelligence to improve the reliability and safety of high-voltage power transmission systems. His studies on leakage current characteristics, surface discharges, and magnetic field-based condition evaluation have significantly advanced diagnostic techniques for high-voltage alternating current (HVAC) and direct current (HVDC) equipment. Notable recent contributions include research on multi-scale leakage current feature extraction using graph neural networks, magnetic field feature analysis for power cable evaluation, and dynamic discharge behavior of ice-covered insulators under DC voltages. He has made substantial progress in understanding the electro-thermal and mechanical ageing mechanisms of polymeric insulators and cables, developing novel monitoring strategies and predictive models for insulation failure. His publications in leading journals such as IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, IEEE Access, Energies, and Polymers demonstrate his sustained excellence and influence in high-voltage engineering and applied materials science. As a member of the Chinese Society for Electrical Engineering (CSEE) and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), Dr. Liu actively contributes to international collaboration and academic exchange. His innovative research continues to support the development of smart grid technologies, advanced cable diagnostics, and climate-resilient power systems, positioning him as a leading scholar in electrical insulation and power engineering research.

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Featured Publications 

Liu, Y., Lin, M., Wei, H., Duan, X., Li, Z., & Fu, Q. (2025). Cable outer sheath defect identification using multi-scale leakage current features and graph neural networks. Energies, 18(21), 5687. https://doi.org/10.3390/en18215687

Liu, Y., Wang, M., Huang, Y., Han, T., & Du, B. (2024). Feature extraction of magnetic field for condition evaluation of HVAC power cable. IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation. https://doi.org/10.1109/TDEI.2023.3342774

Liu, Y., Li, C., Yin, F., Du, B. X., & Farzaneh, M. (2024). Nonlinear traits of leakage current and dynamic actions of surface discharges on ice-covered insulators under DC voltages. IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation. https://doi.org/10.1109/TDEI.2024.3373549

Liu, Y., Guo, Y., Wang, B., Li, Q., Gao, Q., & Wan, Y. (2024). Research on influencing factors and wind deflection warning of transmission lines based on meteorological prediction. Energies, 17(11), 2612. https://doi.org/10.3390/en17112612

Liu, Y., Xin, Y., Huang, Y., Du, B., Huang, X., & Su, J. (2024). Optimal design and development of magnetic field detection sensor for AC power cable. Sensors, 24(8), 2528. https://doi.org/10.3390/s24082528

Liu, Y., Xin, Y., Du, B., Huang, X., & Su, J. (2024, March 22). Optimal design and development of magnetic field detection sensor for AC power cable [Preprint]. Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202403.1352.v1

Mr. Ehsan Esmaeeli | Research Excellence | Best Researcher Award | 2537

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Mr. Ehsan Esmaeeli | Research Excellence | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Ehsan Esmaeeli | Sharif University of Technology | Iran

Ehsan Esmaeeli, a dedicated researcher in Maintenance and Reliability Engineering at Sharif University of Technology, exemplifies excellence in research, innovation, and professional expertise. His scholarly contributions span maintenance optimization, reliability modeling, and intelligent asset management systems, integrating AI and hybrid optimization techniques. With multiple publications in high-impact international journals such as IEEE Access and Journal of Quality in Maintenance Engineering, his work has advanced the understanding of data-driven maintenance strategies and sustainable industrial operations. A Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP), Asset Management Assessor (CAMA), and Reliability Leader (CRL), Ehsan bridges academic research with industrial practice, fostering innovation that enhances system reliability and operational efficiency.

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Featured Publications

Esmaeeli, E., Collins, A. J., Varmazyar, M., & Khorshidnia, M. (2025). Agent-based modeling applications in maintenance systems: A systematic review. Journal of Quality in Maintenance Engineering, 31(3), 325–349. https://doi.org/10.1108/JQME-03-2024-0028

Vandi Dlama Kamaunji | Research Excellence | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Vandi Dlama Kamaunji | Research Excellence | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Vandi Dlama Kamaunji | Tyeeli New Energy Company Limited | Nigeria

Dr. Vandi Dlama Kamaunji is a geologist and geochemist with a strong background in mineral exploration, petrology, geochemistry, and geological mapping. His professional experience spans academic, industrial, and research roles, focusing on the geological evolution, petrogenesis, and mineralization of alkaline and peralkaline complexes in Nigeria and China. He has served as an Exploration/Resource Geologist at Wanrun Mining Company Limited, where he led geological field surveys, core logging, mineral resource estimations, and geophysical data interpretation to support mineral exploration and development projects. His work also included environmental impact assessments, data management, and regulatory compliance. Previously, as a Part-Time Lecturer at Adamawa State University, he delivered courses in ore deposits and geochemistry, supervised research projects, and contributed to curriculum development and academic mentorship. Earlier in his career, he held a leadership role as Head of Geology at L&T Hydrogeo-Engineering Company, where he conducted geophysical surveys, oversaw mineral exploration operations, and managed multidisciplinary geological teams. Dr. Kamaunji’s research contributions include multiple publications in high-impact international journals such as Lithos, International Geology Review, Geological Journal, and Journal of African Earth Sciences. His studies cover diverse topics such as tectonomagmatic processes, isotopic geochemistry, remote sensing applications, and mineral resource potential in Nigeria’s basement complexes and ring structures. His scientific expertise encompasses mineralogy, isotope and trace-element geochemistry, ore deposit modeling, and analytical techniques such as EPMA, LA-ICP-MS, ICP-MS, XRF, and SEM. He is actively engaged in international collaborations and professional organizations, including the International Association of Geochemistry, European Association of Geochemistry, Society of Economic Geologists, and the Nigerian Mining and Geoscience Society. Dr. Kamaunji has received several academic and merit awards, including the Excellent Graduate Award (Ph.D.) and the Excellent Master’s Dissertation Award from the China University of Geosciences, as well as the prestigious Chinese Government Scholarships for both his Master’s and Doctoral studies.

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Featured Publications

Kamaunji, V. D., Wang, L. X., Ahmed, H. A., Zhu, Y. X., Vincent, V. I., & Girei, M. B. (2020). Coexisting A1 and A2 granites of Kudaru Complex: Implications for genetic and tectonic diversity of A-type granite in the Younger Granite Province, north-central Nigeria. International Journal of Earth Sciences, 109(2), 511–535. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00531-020-01818-8

Kamaunji, V. D., Wang, L. X., Ma, C. Q., Liu, J., & Zhu, Y. X. (2021). Petrogenesis and tectonic implication of the Permian–Triassic syenogranites from the eastern segment of the East Kunlun Orogen, China. Lithos, 402, 105932. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.lithos.2020.105932

Vincent, V. I., Wang, L. X., Zhu, Y. X., Kamaunji, V. D., Ahmed, H. A., Ntekim, E. E., & Cao, L. (2022). Onset of the anorogenic alkaline magmatism in the Nigerian Younger Granite Province: Constraints from the Daura and Dutse complexes. Lithos, 410, 106561. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.lithos.2021.106561

Vincent, V. I., Li, H., Girei, M. B., Förster, M. W., & Kamaunji, V. D. (2023). Tourmaline and zircon trace the nature and timing of magmatic-hydrothermal episodes in granite-related Sn mineralization: Insights from the Libata Sn ore field. American Mineralogist, 108(3), 552–571. https://doi.org/10.2138/am-2023-8334

Ahmed, H. A., Wang, L. X., Ma, C. Q., Abdallsamed, M. I. M., Girei, M. B., Zhu, Y. X., Vincent, V. I., & Kamaunji, V. D. (2021). Contrasting Neoproterozoic and Mesozoic granitoids in Zaranda Complex (Nigeria): Insights into the distinct origins, tectonic settings, and mineralization potential. International Journal of Earth Sciences, 110(4), 1389–1413. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00531-021-02021-z

 

Ajit Yadav | Research Excellence | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Ajit Yadav | Research Excellence | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Ajit Yadav | Indian Institute of Technology Indore | India

Mr. Ajit Yadav is a Ph.D. Scholar in Electrical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore, specializing in two-dimensional transition metal dichalcogenide (2D-TMD)-based IoT-enabled biosensors for early disease detection. His research integrates nanomaterials synthesis via chemical vapor deposition (CVD) with smart sensor technology, enabling real-time and highly sensitive biomolecule detection. He has two granted patents on point-of-care diagnostic systems and toxic gas detection technologies and has published three peer-reviewed papers in leading SCI-indexed journals such as the IEEE Sensors Journal and Journal of Electroanalytical Chemistry. His collaborative projects with AIIMS Bhopal and RMIT University, Australia, strengthen the biomedical application and global impact of his work. Through innovative sensor design, IoT integration, and interdisciplinary collaboration, Mr. Yadav’s research contributes to the advancement of portable, scalable, and intelligent biosensing platforms, supporting the future of personalized healthcare and environmental monitoring.

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Featured Publications

Verma, V. K., Patel, C., Chaudhary, S., Yadav, A., Bajoria, P., Ako, R. T., Sriram, S., & Mukherjee, S. (2025). Pd-loaded MoS₂ nanoflowers for enhanced room-temperature methanol sensing. IEEE Sensors Journal, 25(2), 2186–2193. https://doi.org/10.1109/JSEN.2024.3506014

Yadav, A., Patel, C., Kanwar, J. R., Sriram, S., & Mukherjee, S. (2025). Miniaturized IoT-enabled MoS₂-based electrochemical sensor for real-time adenine monitoring. Journal of Electroanalytical Chemistry, 119564. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jelechem.2025.119564

Yadav, A., Patel, C., Verma, V. K., Kanwar, J. R., Sriram, S., & Mukherjee, S. (2025). A point-of-care and IoT-enabled MoS₂-based sensor for uric acid detection in human serum. IEEE Sensors Journal, 25(20), 37714–37721. https://doi.org/10.1109/JSEN.2025.3609535

Evangelos Kourdis | Research Excellence | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Evangelos Kourdis | Research Excellence | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Evangelos Kourdis | Aristotle University of Thessaloniki | Greece

Professor Evangelos Kourdis has established a distinguished academic presence in the interdisciplinary fields of translation semiotics, sociolinguistics, and cultural communication. He has authored 23 research documents, each contributing to the advancement of semiotic and translation theory. His works have been cited by 70 international publications, underscoring their scholarly reach and recognition. According to Scopus, his current h-index is 4, reflecting consistent and high-quality research output. His studies integrate semiotic methodologies with translation theory, bridging conceptual gaps between linguistic and cultural analysis. These contributions have positioned him as a key figure in modern semiotic scholarship. His publications in reputed journals such as Semiotica, Social Semiotics, and Signs and Society highlight his academic excellence. By fostering collaboration among European semiotic schools, he enriches global dialogue in meaning-making and communication. His research output reflects both depth in theoretical innovation and breadth in application. The increasing citations across major indexing platforms indicate international trust in his frameworks. Professor Kourdis’s scholarship demonstrates an enduring commitment to advancing semiotic research in translation and intercultural studies. These metrics collectively affirm his role as a globally recognized and influential scholar in his field.

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Featured Publications

Kourdis, E. (2025). Multimodal, polysemiotic, multisemiotic: A necessary demarcation for semiotics and translation studies. Social Semiotics. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1080/10350330.2025.2562390

Kourdis, E. (2024). Les orientations disciplinaires de la sémiotique: L’état de la question. Degres, 53(197–198), c1–c21.

Kourdis, E. (2024, December 30). Kristeva’s impact on translation and the interplay of intertextuality, transposition and intersemiosis. Acta Nova Humanistica: A Journal of Humanities Published by New Bulgarian University, 24(1), Article 9. https://doi.org/10.33919/anhnbu.24.1.9

Kourdis, E. (2024, December 2). Intersemiotic translations of Greek popular films in the film industry and media. Signs and Media, 2590(0323), Article 12340032. https://doi.org/10.1163/25900323-12340032

Yoka, L., & Kourdis, E. (2023). Introduction: Signs of Europe: Discourses, mythologies, politics of representation. In L. Yoka & E. Kourdis (Eds.), Signs of Europe: Discourses, mythologies, politics of representation (pp. 9–19). Thessaloniki: Hellenic Semiotic Society. https://doi.org/10.26262/FTMV-XR69

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.

Nasser Fallah | Research Excellence | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Nasser Fallah | Research Excellence | Best Researcher Award 

Dr. Nasser Fallah | University of Zabol | Iran

Dr. Naser Fallah is an Associate Professor of English Language Teaching at the University of Zanjan, where he also serves as the Head of the English Department. He earned his PhD in English Language Education from Tarbiat Modares University and has extensive experience in both teaching and research. His scholarly interests focus on the psychology of language learning and teaching, second language motivation, mindfulness, teacher education, higher education, and the intersection of entrepreneurship and career planning. Dr. Fallah teaches courses in language teaching methodology, language testing, psychology of second language learning, classroom management, research methods, and teaching practicum. His research explores themes such as teacher autonomy and clarity, learner engagement, mindfulness, anxiety, burnout, entrepreneurial intention, and the humanization of second language education. He has published widely in prestigious journals, contributing significantly to our understanding of effective teaching practices, learner motivation, and the psychological factors that influence language acquisition. His work emphasizes empowering learners, supporting teachers, and fostering positive educational environments that integrate both academic and personal development.

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Featured Publications

allah, N., Lotfi Gaskaree, B., & Zahedi Moghaddam, S. (2025). Teacher enthusiasm and EFL learners’ willingness to communicate: The role of enjoyment and boredom. English Teaching & Learning. https://doi.org/10.1007/s42321-024-00190-z

Khabar, M., Fallah, N., & Lotfi Gaskaree, B. (2025). Teacher autonomy support and student agentic engagement in EFL context: The mediating role of learning empowerment. Educational Psychology. https://doi.org/10.1080/01443410.2025.2567553

Taghavi-Nejad, F. S., Fallah, N., & Lotfi Gaskaree, B. (2024). Mindfulness and procrastination among university EFL learners: The role of attention control and self-regulated learning. Psychological Reports. https://doi.org/10.1177/00332941241287423

Fallah, N., Abdolahzadeh, F., & Yaaghobi, M. (2023). Mindfulness and anxiety among foreign language teachers: The role of cognitive reappraisal and self-efficacy. Mindfulness. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12671-023-02259-5

Fallah, N., Abdolahzadeh, F., & Lotfi, B. (2023). Examining the interconnections among entrepreneurial passion, need for achievement, social support, entrepreneurial self-efficacy, and entrepreneurial intention among foreign language learners: A moderated mediation model. Entrepreneurship Education.

Enrico Petretto | Research Excellence | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Enrico Petretto | Research Excellence | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Enrico Petretto | University Of Cagliari | Italy

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Prof. Enrico Peiretti is an internationally recognized expert in Medical Retina and Vitreous-Retina surgery, with experience in clinical practice, teaching, and research. He has contributed significantly to the advancement of ophthalmology through his extensive scientific work, including more than 107 publications, which have been cited 1,698 times across 1,522 documents, reflecting a strong impact in the field (h-index 23). Prof. Peiretti’s expertise spans complex retinal surgeries, clinical trials, and innovative surgical techniques such as the pioneering “Dry Vitrectomy.” He has received numerous awards, including recognition for the best surgical video in vitreo-retina surgery (“Densiron bubbles under the retina in a recurrent retinal detachment,” GIVRE Society, Genova), and has been a principal investigator or co-investigator in multiple high-profile international studies sponsored by leading pharmaceutical companies. His work combines clinical excellence, academic mentorship, and impactful research, making him a leading authority in ophthalmology worldwide.

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Featured Publications

Tatti, F., Demarinis, G., Dore, S., Sacchi, M., Fossarello, M., Peiretti, E., & Giannaccare, G. (2025). Intrableb pigmentation following XEN implantation: A case series. European Journal of Ophthalmology. https://doi.org/10.1177/11206721241310267

Carta, V., Lixi, F., Loiudice, P., Frongia, F., Tatti, F., Delpiano, C., Cremonesi, P., & Peiretti, E. (2024). The usefulness of 55° wide-field spectral-domain optical coherence tomography in monitoring the features of peripheral subretinal fluid remnants after rhegmatogenous retinal detachment surgery. Diagnostics, 14(13), 1385. https://doi.org/10.3390/diagnostics14131385

Tatti, F., Tronci, C., Lixi, F., Demarinis, G., Kuzmich, S., Peiretti, E., Fossarello, M., & Giannaccare, G. (2024). No changes in keratometry readings and anterior chamber depth after XEN gel implantation in patients with glaucoma. Journal of Clinical Medicine, 13(9), 2537. https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13092537

Loiudice, P., Siotto Pintor, E., Tronci, C., Tatti, F., Casini, G., Figus, M., Demarinis, G., & Peiretti, E. (2023). Safety and efficacy of cryopexy during pars plana vitrectomy in rhegmatogenous retinal detachment. European Journal of Ophthalmology. https://doi.org/10.1177/11206721231166976

Demarinis, G., Tatti, F., Taloni, A., Giugliano, A. V., Panthagani, J., Myerscough, J., Peiretti, E., & Giannaccare, G. (2023). Treatments for ocular diseases in pregnancy and breastfeeding: A narrative review. Pharmaceuticals, 16(10), 1433. https://doi.org/10.3390/ph16101433

Saleem Ramadan | Data Science | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Saleem Ramadan | Data Science | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Saleem Ramadan | Al Hussein Technical University | Jordan

Dr. Saleem Z. Ramadan is an accomplished Data Analyst and Business Analyst with a strong interdisciplinary background in industrial engineering, systems optimization, and data science. With academic and consulting experience across the U.S. and Jordan, he has applied data-driven decision-making, predictive analytics, and optimization modeling to complex problems in healthcare, manufacturing, and finance. Dr. Ramadan holds a Ph.D. in Systems Engineering from Ohio University and has served as Acting Chair and Associate Professor at Al Hussein Technical University, leading research and teaching initiatives integrating machine learning and operations analytics. He has developed impactful analytics solutions—ranging from hydroponic resource optimization and radiology workflow improvement to financial risk dashboards—using tools such as Python, SQL, Power BI, Tableau, and Minitab. His consulting work with Healthcare Operations & Performance Excellence (HOPE) led to measurable improvements in hospital performance through Six Sigma and process control techniques. A Certified Analytics Professional (CAP) and Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Associate, Dr. Ramadan has authored 20 peer-reviewed publications, accumulating 236 citations from 230 documents with an h-index of 6. His recent works focus on machine learning–driven optimization, surgical scheduling prediction, and additive manufacturing parameter tuning. Dr. Ramadan’s combination of technical proficiency, academic leadership, and applied research impact uniquely positions him at the intersection of analytics innovation and business performance excellence.

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Featured Publications

Ramadan, S., Abushams, M., Al-Dahidi, S., & Odeh, I. (2025). A data-driven approach for predicting remaining intra-surgical time and enhancing operating room efficiency. Journal of Industrial Engineering and Management.

Ramadan, S., Abushams, M., Al-Dahidi, S., & Odeh, I. (2024). Optimizing tensile strength and energy consumption for FDM through mixed-integer nonlinear multi-objective optimization and design of experiments. Heliyon.