Inderjeet | Image Restoration | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Inderjeet | Image Restoration | Best Researcher Award

Research Scholar | Indian Institute of Technology Ropar | India

Inderjeet is a research scholar in the Department of Electrical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Ropar, specializing in computer vision, video and image processing, deep learning, and image restoration and enhancement. His doctoral research focuses on developing deep learning-based approaches for single-image super-resolution, where he has proposed several innovative architectures including recurrent, transformer-based, and generative models. He has authored journal and conference publications in leading venues, contributing to advancements in low-level vision tasks such as super-resolution, dehazing, inpainting, and low-light enhancement. His work integrates convolutional neural networks, recurrent models, vision transformers, and generative adversarial networks with a focus on improving visual fidelity, efficiency, and robustness. In addition to his research contributions, he has mentored M.Tech., B.Tech., and internship students on projects spanning cataract detection, plant disease classification, image depth estimation, and image restoration, demonstrating his commitment to academic leadership and collaborative research. His technical expertise extends across machine learning algorithms, optimization, and statistical modeling, supported by strong programming skills in Python and MATLAB. He has also worked on filter design and optimization problems during his postgraduate studies, proposing efficient methods for FIR-to-IIR filter approximation using metaheuristic approaches. His research achievements have been recognized with prestigious fellowships and scholarships, and his scholarly impact is reflected in 2 citations across 2 documents and 6 total publications, underscoring his academic excellence and sustained commitment to innovation in image and vision computing. With a growing portfolio of impactful research, mentorship, and publications, he continues to explore deep learning methodologies that advance the state of the art in computer vision and support the development of practical artificial intelligence solutions for real-world applications.

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Featured Publications

Inderjeet, & Sahambi, J. S. (2026). RMRDN: Recurrent multi-receptive residual dense network for image super-resolution. Digital Signal Processing, 145, 105556.

Inderjeet, & Sahambi, J. S. (2025). CMOA-Net: Competent multi-observant attention network for single-image super-resolution. IEEE Transactions on Emerging Topics in Computational Intelligence.

Inderjeet, & Sahambi, J. S. (2025). RMRDN: Recurrent multi-receptive residual dense network for image super-resolution. SSRN.

Inderjeet, & Sahambi, J. S. (2025, May 13). GAMSRN: Global attention multi-scale residual network for single-image super-resolution and low-light enhancement. 2025 National Conference on Communications (NCC).

Inderjeet, & Sahambi, J. S. (2024). Efficient contextual feature network for single image super resolution. In Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing (pp. xxx–xxx). Springer.

Rukiye burucu | Medical Diseases Nursing | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rukiye burucu | Medical Diseases Nursing | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor | Necmettin Erbakan University | Turkey

Rukiye Burucu is an Associate Professor of Nursing with expertise in internal medicine nursing, critical care, chronic disease management, and patient-centered care. She earned her academic degrees in nursing, gynecology and obstetrics nursing, and health sciences, completing both master’s and doctoral theses that focused on patient education, case-based learning, perceived self-efficacy, and critical thinking in nursing students. Her research interests span individualized nursing care, chronic illness management, spiritual well-being, nursing education, patient safety, and nonpharmacological interventions for symptom control. She has contributed to numerous national projects supported by TUBITAK and higher education institutions, focusing on patient care dependency, discharge readiness, supportive care needs, quality of life, and alternative treatment methods. She has supervised graduate theses on individualized nursing care, intensive care experiences, and patient learning requirements, reflecting her commitment to mentoring future scholars. Her publication record includes 15 documents with 10 citations across 10 documents, featuring articles in international peer-reviewed journals on topics such as sustainability in nursing education, body image and quality of life in chronic illness, the impact of catheter dressings on patient comfort, psychological resilience of nurses, and health perceptions during the pandemic. She has presented her work at international and national conferences, sharing findings on nursing care in critical care, chronic disease management, and patient experiences. In addition to her academic roles, she has served in various administrative and quality assurance positions within her institution and actively contributes to professional organizations in nursing. Recognized with academic and professional awards, she continues to advance the field of nursing through research, education, and active participation in scientific and professional communities.

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Featured Publications

Burucu, R., & Türkben Polat, H. (2025). Nursing students’ readiness and anxiety regarding medical artificial intelligence: A mixed-methods study. Nurse Education in Practice, 80, 104538.

Güngör, C., & Burucu, R. (2025). The effect of spiritual well-being on alternative treatment attitudes: A descriptive study of patients with type 2 diabetes in Türkiye. Journal of Religion and Health. Advance online publication.

Korkmaz Aslan, T., & Burucu, R. (2025). A mixed‐model study on nursing students’ views and awareness of sustainability. European Journal of Education, 60(1), 12914.

Burucu, R., Polat, H. T., & Yıldızhan, E. T. (2024). Effect of two different catheter dressings on pain, comfort, and satisfaction in chemotherapy patients: A randomized controlled study. Florence Nightingale Journal of Nursing, 32(1), 58–66.

Polat, H. T., & Burucu, R. (2024). The effect of spiritual well-being on the self-efficacy level of individuals with an intestinal stoma. Advances in Skin & Wound Care, 37(11), 589–596.

 

Diana Martinez | Biomaterials | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Diana Martinez | Biomaterials | Best Researcher Award

Postdoctoral Fellow | Universite Laval | Canada

Diana Clemencia Martinez Guerrero is a postdoctoral fellow at Universite Laval with a strong academic and research background in biomaterials, tissue engineering, and regenerative medicine. She earned her doctoral degree at the Warsaw University of Technology, where her thesis focused on magnesium-based biodegradable implants, exploring surface characterization and tissue-implant interactions through in vitro and in vivo degradation studies. Prior to this, she completed a master’s degree in Biomaterials and Regenerative Medicine at the University of Sheffield as a COLFUTURO scholarship recipient, conducting research on fucoidan as a potential biomaterial for bone regeneration. Her academic journey began with dentistry at Universidad Nacional de Colombia, followed by a specialization in Oral Rehabilitation, where she achieved meritorious distinction for her final project on biomechanical behavior of implant-supported crowns. Her research experience includes contributing to international projects such as the V4-Japan Joint Research Program on advanced magnesium alloys and the Horizon Marie Sklodowska-Curie Action Mg Safe project, where she performed pre-implantation characterization and ex-vivo analysis of magnesium-based implants. At the University of Sheffield, she gained valuable laboratory experience in cell culture, investigating the effects of natural polysaccharides on osteoblast differentiation and bone regeneration. With a multidisciplinary background that integrates dentistry, materials science, and biomedical engineering, her expertise lies in developing innovative biomaterials for orthopedic and dental applications. She has authored 12 scientific documents with 134 citations across 123 citing documents, reflecting the visibility and impact of her work. She is fluent in Spanish, has professional proficiency in English, and basic knowledge of Polish, complementing her international research collaborations and academic engagement.

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Featured Publications

Martinez, D. C., Dobkowska, A., Paradiso, A., Drozdenko, D., Farkas, A., Máthis, K., Jenei, P., Nagy, P., Gubicza, J., Inoue, S., et al. (2025). Multifaceted bone response to immunomodulatory magnesium implants: Osteopromotion at the interface and adipogenesis in the bone marrow. Journal of Magnesium and Alloys. Advance online publication.

Ben Amara, H., Martinez, D. C., Iskhakova, K., Emanuelsson, L., Norlindh, B., Johansson Loo, A., Wieland, D. C. F., Zeller-Plumhoff, B., Willumeit-Römer, R., Plocinski, T., et al. (2025). Multifaceted bone response to immunomodulatory magnesium implants: Osteopromotion at the interface and adipogenesis in the bone marrow. Biomaterials, 307, 122779.

Martinez, D. C., Borkam-Schuster, A., Helmholz, H., Dobkowska, A., Luthringer-Feyerabend, B., Płociński, T., Willumeit-Römer, R., & Święszkowski, W. (2024). Bone cells influence the degradation interface of pure Mg and WE43 materials: Insights from multimodal in vitro analysis. Acta Biomaterialia, 193, 168–181.

Mota-Silva, E., Martinez, D. C., Basta, G., Babboni, S., del Turco, S., Fragnito, D., Salvadori, S., Kusmic, C., Riehakainen, L., Panetta, D., et al. (2024). Monitoring osseointegration and degradation of Mg-alloy implants through plasma biomarkers of inflammation and bone regeneration. Journal of Tissue Engineering, 15, 20417314241290595.

Dobkowska, A., Lofaj, F., González García, M. A., Martinez, D. C., Kulikowski, K., Paradiso, A., Idaszek, J., Gubicza, J., Jenei, P., Kabátová, M., et al. (2024). Structural, mechanical, corrosion, and early biological assessment of tantalum nitride coatings deposited by reactive HiTUS. Surface and Coatings Technology, 495, 131267.

 

Bakiye cakir | Superconductivity | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Bakiye cakir | Superconductivity | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor | Artvin Coruh University | Turkey

Bakiye Cakır is an Associate Professor at Artvin Coruh University, Vocational School of Health Services, with expertise in superconductivity, computational modelling, and artificial intelligence applications in material sciences. She earned her doctoral degree in physics and has since built a strong academic and research profile with numerous contributions to the advancement of high-temperature superconductors (HTS). Her work encompasses both experimental and computational approaches, with a focus on the production and characterization of bulk HTS superconductors. She has published widely in indexed journals, presented her findings at international conferences, and participated in multiple national and international projects. To date, her research outputs include 24 publications, cited by 94 documents, with an h-index of 7. Her research has introduced innovative methods for mapping critical current density distribution in superconductors, offering enhanced efficiency in simulation processes and improved applicability of superconducting systems in real-world contexts. More recently, she has pioneered the integration of machine learning techniques into superconductivity research, leveraging AI to predict performance, optimize experimental outcomes, and reduce costs associated with material development. This interdisciplinary approach contributes not only to the fundamental understanding of superconducting mechanisms but also to their practical applications in energy technologies, magnetic shielding, and advanced engineering systems. She is actively engaged in international collaborations through participation in COST Actions such as EuMace, EuMine, and SUPERQUMAP, contributing to global scientific networks that foster innovation and knowledge exchange. Through her dedication to research excellence and interdisciplinary exploration, she continues to advance the field of applied superconductivity while mentoring future scientists and strengthening the link between theoretical insights and technological applications.

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Featured Publications

Aksoy, C., Çakır, B., Taylan Koparan, E., Şimşek, C., Tıraşoğlu, E., Speller, S., Grovenor, C. R. M., Küçükömeroğlu, T., & Yanmaz, E. (2023). Demonstration of better superconducting performance in a solder with low lead content. Superconductor Science and Technology, 36(1), 015004.

Basoglu, M., Çakır, B., Duman, Ş., & Aydıner, A. (2023). The effect of the Y₂O₃ buffer layer on the microstructural and physical properties of melt-processed Y358 superconductor. Bulletin of Materials Science, 46(1), 76.

Çakır, B. (2022). Variation of pinning force density throughout the TSMG Y123 superconductor with location. Cumhuriyet Science Journal, 43(3), 642–650.

Çakır, B. (2023). Effect of the heat treatment applied during the welding process on superconducting properties of the welded YBCO samples. IEEE Transactions on Applied Superconductivity, 33(1), 4600202.

Duman, Ş., Çakır, B., Başoğlu, M., Küçükömeroğlu, T., & Aydıner, A. (2023). The effect of fabrication method on physical properties of different Y211 and 20% Ag₂O added YBCO sample. Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics, 34(13), 9881–9890.

 

Sayuri Wijekoon | Entrepreneurship | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Sayuri Wijekoon | Entrepreneurship | Best Researcher Award

Academic | Macquarie University | Australia

Sayuri Wijekoon is an emerging scholar in marketing strategy, innovation, and entrepreneurship, with a strong academic and research background spanning doctoral, master’s, and undergraduate studies in business and management. Her doctoral research focuses on customer involvement in new product development and marketing in new ventures, building on her earlier work that examined entrepreneurial marketing, brand awareness, and brand image. She has held academic roles in Australia and Sri Lanka, teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate levels in areas such as marketing strategy, technologies, media insights, sales, entrepreneurial marketing, and value creation. Alongside teaching, she has contributed as a research assistant, conducting literature reviews, data analysis, and project reporting. Her research has appeared in high-impact journals including the Journal of Business Research and the European Journal of Marketing, with additional work under review in top-tier outlets such as the Journal of the Academy of Marketing Science. She has presented at international conferences including the Academy of Marketing Science and the Australian Centre for Entrepreneurship Research Exchange, highlighting her commitment to advancing scholarly dialogue. Recognized with awards for academic excellence, international scholarships, and gold medals for top performance, she has demonstrated consistent distinction throughout her academic journey. In addition to research and teaching, she has contributed to academic communities as a graduate student representative and as part of organizing committees for seminars and reading clubs. Her professional development extends to training in pedagogy, communication, and programming, reflecting a multidisciplinary and innovative approach to her career. Collectively, her work integrates research, teaching, and leadership, positioning her as a promising researcher and educator in the fields of marketing, entrepreneurship, and innovation.

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Featured Publications

Wijekoon, S. P., O’Cass, A., & Vesal, M. (2024). The impact of entrepreneurial marketing on new venture brand image and performance: A capability perspective. European Journal of Marketing, 58(6), 1463–1492.

Wijekoon, S. P., Fernando, I. (2020). Mediatory role of brand love in the relationship between brand experiences and brand loyalty: Special reference to FMCG sector in Sri Lanka. International Journal of Scientific and Research Publications, 10(2), 12–21.

Wijekoon, S. P. (2022). Creating brand awareness and brand image in new ventures: The role of entrepreneurial marketing. Macquarie University [Doctoral dissertation / research work].

Wijekoon, S. P., Vesal, M., & O’Cass, A. (2025). A configurational approach to strategic entrepreneurship: Unlocking customer success in new ventures in emerging economies. Journal of Business Research, 201, 115689.

Wijekoon, P. I. N. F. W. M. S. P. (2019). Mediatory role of brand love in the relationship between brand experiences and brand loyalty: Special reference to FMCG sector in Sri Lanka. International Journal of Scientific and Research Publications, 10(2), 12–20.

Hyunwoon Lim | Animal feed | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Hyunwoon Lim | Animal feed | Best Researcher Award

Assistant manager | Daesang Corporation | South Korea

Hyunwoon Lim is a researcher in marine life science with a strong academic background in aquaculture nutrition, fishmeal replacement strategies, and dietary formulation for economically important aquaculture species. His work primarily focuses on improving the sustainability of aquaculture production by investigating alternative protein sources and optimizing nutrient requirements in species such as Pacific white shrimp and olive flounder. He has conducted extensive research on insect meals, animal byproducts, and plant protein sources as substitutes for traditional fishmeal, with the goal of developing cost-effective and environmentally sustainable feeds. His master’s research explored the use of insect-based proteins in juvenile olive flounder diets, while his doctoral research examines the dietary vitamin K requirements of Pacific white shrimp at different growth stages. He has contributed to multiple peer-reviewed publications in international journals, with seven published documents that have been cited 38 times by 36 different sources, reflecting the growing impact of his research. He has presented his findings at prominent conferences, earning recognition through awards for both oral and poster presentations. His academic achievements are complemented by participation in numerous national and international research projects in collaboration with universities, research institutes, and industry partners. These projects span topics such as nutritional standardization, on-site application of formulated feeds, marine microbiome utilization, and evaluation of commercial dietary additives. His research reflects a commitment to advancing aquaculture sustainability through innovative nutritional strategies and practical feed applications. By integrating fundamental nutritional science with applied feed development, he contributes to both academic advancement and industry innovation in marine aquaculture.

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Featured Publications

  • Tharaka, K., Hasanthi, M., Lim, H., Yoon, B., & Lee, K.-J. (2024). Evaluation of low-fish meal diets containing animal byproducts and plant protein sources for juvenile olive flounder Paralichthys olivaceus. SSRN. Elsevier.

  • Lim, H., Kim, S., Hur, S.-W., Lee, S.-H., Kim, K.-W., & Lee, K.-J. (2024). Evaluation of low-fish meal diets containing animal byproducts and plant protein sources for juvenile olive flounder Paralichthys olivaceus. Aquaculture International.

  • Kim, S., Shin, J., Lim, H., Ko, D., Eom, G., Lim, J., Lee, Y., Choi, S., Park, S. Y., & Park, J.-Y. (2024). Effects of feeding poly-β-hydroxybutyrate enriched Artemia nauplii on the growth, digestibility and immunity of Pacific white shrimp (Penaeus vannamei) post-larvae. Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences, 27(e42).

  • Lim, H., Song, J.-W., Shin, J., Eom, G., Kim, S., Lee, Y., Kim, W., & Lee, K.-J. (2024). Citrus byproduct as a vitamin C source for Korean rockfish Sebastes schlegelii diet. Fisheries Science.

  • Shin, J., Yun, K.-S., Gunathilaka, B. E., Hasanthi, M., Ko, D., Lim, H., Lim, J., Eom, G., Kim, H.-S., & Lee, K.-J. (2023). Piperine supplementation in diet improves growth, feed efficiency, innate immunity, digestibility and disease resistance of Pacific white shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei). Aquaculture Reports, 29, 101490.

 

Vikram Narayandas | Computer Science | Outstanding Academic Achievement Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Vikram Narayandas | Computer Science | Outstanding Academic Achievement Award

Associate professor | CVR college of Engineering | India

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Vikram Narayandas is an accomplished academic and researcher in the field of Computer Science and Engineering, specializing in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Internet of Things, Mobile Ad Hoc Networks, Cybersecurity, and Cloud Computing. With nearly two decades of teaching experience, he has served as Associate Professor and Assistant Professor in reputed engineering institutions, significantly contributing to curriculum development, student mentorship, and academic innovation. His research interests focus on integrating MANET with IoT for enhanced smart communication, energy-efficient networking technologies, anomaly detection systems, and IoT-based solutions for real-world applications. He has authored and co-authored several publications in peer-reviewed international journals and conferences, covering areas such as IoT communications, MANET protocols, and network security. In addition, he holds patents related to automated wireless network authentication, smart monitoring systems, and IoT-based safety mechanisms. He has also contributed to academia as a book author with a work dedicated to the role of MANET in IoT. Dr. Narayandas has received multiple awards and recognitions for teaching excellence, academic leadership, and contributions to technical education, including distinctions as a Cisco Networking Academy instructor, Fortinet instructor, and Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Academy trainer. He has actively participated as a resource person and coordinator in numerous workshops, faculty development programs, and conferences, sharing expertise on IoT, Linux, network security, and emerging technologies. Beyond teaching and research, he serves on editorial and review boards for several international journals, further supporting knowledge dissemination and academic collaboration. His blend of research, innovation, and teaching excellence reflects his commitment to advancing technological education and applied research in computer science. He has authored 6 documents with 23 citations across 23 citing documents, further reflecting the impact of his scholarly contributions.

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Featured Publications

Tiruvayipati, S., Yellasiri, R., Narayandas, V., Maruthavanan, A., & Meduri, A. (2024). Methodology for developing an IoT-based parking space counter system using XNO. Scalable Computing: Practice and Experience, 25(2).

Narayandas, V., Maruthavanan, A., & Dugyala, R. (2024). Integration of MANET and IoT for enhancing smart device communication infrastructure. International Advanced Research Journal in Science, Engineering and Technology (IARJSET), 11(1).

Narayandas, V., Maruthavanan, A., & Dugyala, R. (2023). Energy efficient better approach to mobile Ad hoc networking (BATMAN) using LoRa technology. International Journal of System Assurance Engineering and Management.

Narayandas, V. (2023). The chronicles of MANET in Internet of Things. Kindle Direct Publishing.

Narayandas, V., Maruthavanan, A., & Dugyala, R. (2023). Remote IoT correspondence for coordinating end-devices over MANET via energy-efficient LPWAN. International Journal of Nanotechnology, 20(5/6), 418–431.

 

Ali Darabi BAzvand | Applied Linguistics | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Ali Darabi BAzvand | Applied Linguistics | Best Researcher Award

Researcher, Near East University, Cyprus

Ali Darabi Bazvand holds a PhD in Applied Linguistics and TEFL from Near East University, North Cyprus, and has built extensive teaching and research expertise in language assessment, fairness, and educational evaluation. He has taught at universities across Cyprus, Iraq, and Iran—including Near East University, Catholic University in Erbil, University of Human Development, Soran University, Girne American University, and Shiraz University—where he has delivered undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral courses such as language testing and evaluation, discourse analysis, psycholinguistics, semantics, applied linguistics, and assessment in education, in addition to supervising graduate theses and projects. Recognized with several awards for excellence in research and teaching, he has published widely in international peer-reviewed journals, with contributions in System, Higher Education Research and Development, Language Testing in Asia, Cogent Education, and Studies in Educational Evaluation, addressing themes such as validity argumentation, fairness in classroom assessment, differential item functioning, teacher assessment literacy, AI-integrated assessment, and academic writing. His current research focuses on fairness, ethics, and equity in language assessment, particularly in relation to classroom practices and the integration of digital and AI-based testing tools, employing advanced methods including Q methodology and logistic regression. Actively engaged in the academic community, he has peer-reviewed for Elsevier journals, delivered workshops on fairness and ethics in assessment, presented at scientific conferences, and participated in international seminars and webinars on teaching and assessment. He is also a member of professional organizations and research groups, including the English Language Testing Society and Prof. DeLuca’s lab on classroom assessment at Queen’s University, Canada. Alongside research and teaching, he has demonstrated academic leadership as Head of the ESP Department at the National Institute of Technology, chaired academic conferences, and directed teacher-training workshops, combining scholarly contributions with institutional service. His academic impact is reflected in 14 citations across 4 publications with an h-index of 2.

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Darabi, B. A. (in preparation). Fairness in AI-integrated writing assessment: A mixed-method study.

Darabi, B. A., & Rasooli, A. (in preparation). Students’ perceptions of classroom assessment fairness: A Q methodology approach.

Darabi, B. A., & Jalilzadeh, K. (under review). Language assessment literacy, teacher well-being, and instructional effectiveness: A demands-resources model of EFL teachers’ perceptions. Modern Language Journal.

Darabi, B. A. (under review). A cross-corpus study of semantic prosody in expert and postgraduate academic writing. Journal of English for Academic Purposes.

Rezaee, A., & Darabi, B. A. (under review). Intelligent computer-assisted language assessment and student assessment performance: Insights from EFL teachers’ digital narratives. Assessment and Evaluation in Higher Education.

 

Majd Mzeihem | Orthopaedic Surgery | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Majd Mzeihem | Orthopaedic Surgery | Best Researcher Award

Research Fellow, University of Illinois at Chicago, United States

Majd Mzeihem is a medical doctor and postdoctoral research fellow in orthopaedic biomechanics at the University of Illinois at Chicago, with a strong academic and clinical foundation built at the American University of Beirut, where he earned his Doctor of Medicine degree, a SHARP Diploma in health research, and a Bachelor of Science in Biology with distinction. He has consistently demonstrated commitment to clinical research, surgical training, and leadership, with research interests spanning orthopaedic surgery, biomechanics, clinical outcomes, artificial intelligence in orthopaedics, and computational modeling. His scholarly contributions include multiple peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals, covering areas such as shoulder arthroplasty, Achilles tendon rupture, patellofemoral biomechanics, hip arthroplasty, and AI-driven diagnostic models. He has presented his work at prominent national and international meetings including the Orthopaedic Research Society, American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons, American Society for Surgery of the Hand, and the International Society for Technology in Arthroplasty, where he earned distinctions such as the Best Presentation Award at the ASES Specialty Day. Clinically, he has gained valuable experience through sub-internships and shadowing in orthopaedic and general surgery in the United States and Lebanon, working alongside leading surgeons across a wide range of operative and clinical cases. Beyond research and clinical training, he has contributed to medical education, student advocacy, and community service, serving as President of the Student Representative Committee at AUB, co-founding Medicus, and engaging in free medical clinics, volunteer initiatives, and the International Musculoskeletal Society. His academic excellence is reflected in scholarships, fellowships, and recognition such as his induction into Sigma Xi, the Scientific Research Honor Society. Additionally, he has excelled in athletics as captain of his university varsity handball team and a member of varsity soccer, achieving multiple championship titles. With 7 published documents, 4 citations, and an h-index of 1, Majd Mzeihem exemplifies a career that blends research, surgery, leadership, and service, continuing to advance orthopaedics through innovation, dedication, and commitment to improving patient outcomes.

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Mzeihem, M., Nassereddine, M., El Zouhbi, A., Amirouche, F., & Elhassan, B. (2025). Enhancing pediatric distal radius fracture detection: Optimizing YOLOv8 with advanced AI and machine learning techniques; Exploring superior capsular reconstruction and tendon transfers for massive irreparable posterosuperior rotator cuff tears. EFORT Open Reviews, 10(9). 

Amirouche, F., Mzeihem, M., Hoag, J., Wangikar, R., & Koh, J. (2025). Finite element analysis of patellofemoral contact pressure with varying fixation of transverse patella fractures. JBJS Open Access, 10(7).

Mzeihem, M., Hemdanieh, M., El Zouhbi, A., Tamim, H., & Nassereddine, M. (2024). Derivation and validation of a risk calculator for the prediction of incidence of complications following repair of Achilles tendon rupture. Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research, 19, 567.

Mzeihem, M., El Bachour, J., Hemdanieh, M., El Baba, B., Tamim, H., & Nassereddine, M. (2024). Achilles tendon rupture primary repair technique: A comparative retrospective study between graft versus no-graft. Journal of Clinical Orthopaedics and Trauma, 46, 102417.

Akkawi, A. R., Ezzeddine, L., Chahinian, R., Ershaid, F., Merheb, D., Mzeihem, M., El-Cheikh, J., & Haidar, M. (2022). Hepatic granuloma mimicking recurrent lymphoma on 18F-FDG PET/CT in a patient with primary mediastinal diffuse large B-cell lymphoma. Asia Oceania Journal of Nuclear Medicine & Biology, 10(1), 78–82.

Mohd Kafeel Ahmad Ansari | Botany | Outstanding Scientist Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohd Kafeel Ahmad Ansari | Botany | Outstanding Scientist Award

Associate Professor | University of Guyana | Guyana

Dr. Mohammad Kafeel A. Ansari is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of Guyana and Visiting Research Fellow at INTI International University, Malaysia, with extensive academic and research experience across multiple continents including Asia, Australia, and South America. He has been recognized with several prestigious fellowships and awards such as the Australian Endeavour Postdoctoral Research Fellowship, Foreign Citizens Research Scientist Fellowship from the Government of Turkey, and Dr. D. S. Kothari Research Fellowship from the Government of India, and has also served as Australian Awards Ambassador for higher education institutions. His expertise covers diverse fields including plant stress physiology, phytoremediation, environmental and industrial biotechnology, microbial genetics, molecular biology, cyanobacterial biotechnology, environmental microbiology, and medicinal botany. His notable research contributions include the development of stress-tolerant plants, modulation of antioxidant defense systems, phytoremediation of heavy metals, bioremediation of toxic dyes, dye decolorization through cyanobacteria, nanoparticle biosynthesis, and ecosystem restoration. He has published widely in leading peer-reviewed international journals, presented at global scientific conferences, and actively participated in editorial boards, scientific committees, and collaborative research networks with institutions in countries such as Australia, India, Turkey, the USA, the UK, Italy, Morocco, Oman, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan. With more than sixteen years of teaching and research experience, he has taught and supervised undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral students, developed curricula, coordinated academic programs, and contributed to university governance through research advisory boards and academic councils. His research impact is evidenced by 270 citations from 204 documents, 17 publications, and an h-index of 8. His ongoing projects involve biomass feedstock for clean energy, phytoremediation of mercury-contaminated environments, laccase enzyme applications, and screening of stress-tolerant crops, positioning him as a globally recognized scholar in plant sciences, biotechnology, and sustainable ecosystem management.

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Featured Publications

Ansari, M. K. A., Turkyilmaz Unal, B., Javad, S., Vardar, F., Adil Ansari, A., Ozturk, M., & Iqbal, M. (2023). Application of nanobiotechnology in enabling plants to overcome water-logging stress: A review. Agricultural Reviews, 44(3), 2581.

Turkyilmaz Unal, B., Ozturk, M., Owens, G., & Ansari, M. K. (2023). Plants as medicine and aromatics. CRC Press.

Ansari, M. K. A. (2022). A case study of medicinal plant conservation in the Jabalpur District, India.

Ansari, M. K. A., Ahmad, A., Umar, S., Iqbal, M., Zia, M. H., Husen, A., & Owens, G. (2021). Suitability of Indian mustard genotypes for phytoremediation of mercury-contaminated sites. South African Journal of Botany, 140, 314–322.

Ansari, M. K. A. (2021). Laccase – The wonderful enzyme for a variety of industries.