Olivier Munguiko Munyamahoro | Volcanologie | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Olivier Munguiko Munyamahoro | Volcanologie | Best Researcher Award

 Université Clermont Auvergne | France

Dr. Olivier Munguiko Munyamahoro is a volcanology and seismology researcher specializing in geochemical and seismic approaches to understanding magmatic processes and eruption precursors, with a strong focus on volcanic hazard reduction. He is currently pursuing a PhD at Université Clermont Auvergne, France (expected 2026), where his research investigates the spatial and temporal variability of diffuse volcanic degassing in urban environments of the Kivu Rift, East African Rift System, and its links to volcano-tectonic activity and air quality impacts. He holds advanced degrees in physics from the Institut Supérieur Pédagogique de Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo. Professionally, he serves as a Junior Researcher at the Goma Volcano Observatory, contributing to the monitoring of Nyiragongo and Nyamulagira volcanoes through seismic data analysis, event location, and interpretation, and has prior experience as a Teaching Assistant in higher education. His research interests include volcanic degassing, seismicity, magma dynamics, eruption forecasting, and environmental impacts of volcanic activity. Dr. Munguiko Munyamahoro has participated in several international training programs and conferences on seismology and volcanology and is a recipient of the IASPEI Early Career 2022 Award from the African Seismological Commission. Through integrated geochemical and seismological monitoring, his work contributes to improved volcanic risk assessment and the protection of vulnerable communities in active rift environments.

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Lava lake activity at Nyiragongo volcano between the years 2020 and 2021 documented by seismic activity and sulfur dioxide emissions, DRC

Volcanica, 7(2), 607–619, 2024
Munguiko, O.; Maska, S.; Habari, F. S.; Minani, A. S.; Bakole, E.; Mavonga, T.; Ngangu, B.; Sadiki, A. T.; Balezi, G.
Analysis of the seismicity recorded before the May 22, 2021 eruption of Nyiragongo Volcano, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Journal of Volcanology and Seismology, 17(3), 246–257, 2023
Sadiki, A. T.; Kyambikwa, A. M.; Namogo, D. B.; Diomi, L. N.; Munguiko, O. M.; Balezi, G. M.; et al.
DOI: 10.1134/S0742046323700136
General overview of the post-eruptive seismic activity of the Nyiragongo volcano on May 22, 2021, Eastern DR Congo

Maska, S.; Diomi, L.; Munguiko, O.; Mavonga, G., 2023

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Transition from spot to long-lived eruptive activity in continental rifting tracked by monitoring soil degassing

Submitted to Journal of Volcanology and Geothermal Research
Munguiko, M. O.; Boudoire, G.; Regis, E.; Valade, S.; et al.
Temporal variations of indoor CO₂ content and radon activity in the city of Goma (DR Congo): volcano-tectonic influences on air quality

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Carlos Martins | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Carlos Martins | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

 SerQ – Centro de Inovação e Competências da Floresta | Portugal

Dr. Carlos Eduardo de Jesus Martins is an Invited Assistant Professor at the University of Coimbra (Faculty of Sciences and Technology) and a Researcher at SerQ – Centro de Inovação e Competências da Floresta, with expertise in civil engineering and materials engineering focused on timber and wood-based products. He completed his Integrated Master in Civil Engineering in 2010 and earned a PhD in Civil Engineering (Structures) in 2019 at the University of Coimbra, with distinction. His academic and professional experience spans teaching in higher education, postdoctoral research, and leadership roles in national and international R&D projects, including serving as Principal Investigator. Dr. Martins’ research centers on timber structures, engineered wood products, timber–concrete composite systems, mechanical characterization of wood, non-destructive testing, numerical modelling, durability, life-cycle analysis, circular economy, and sustainable forest-based construction solutions. He has authored 31 peer-reviewed documents, accumulating 402 citations, with an h-index of 13, reflecting consistent scientific impact in the field. He has contributed to book sections, organized scientific events, supervised MSc dissertations, and collaborated extensively with multidisciplinary research teams. His work supports innovation in sustainable construction, structural performance, and the valorization of forest resources, contributing to resilient, low-carbon built environments.

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Using non-destructive testing to predict the mechanical properties of glued laminated poplar

Structures and Buildings, 2018
Carlos Martins
Experimental evidence for effective flexural-only stiffnesses to account for nonlinear flexural-slip behaviour of timber-concrete composite sections

Construction and Building Materials, 2017
Sebastian, W.M.; Bell, O.G.A.; Martins, C.; Dias, A.M.P.G.
DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2017.04.082
Non-destructive methodologies for assessment of the mechanical properties of new utility poles

BioResources, 2017
Martins, C.E.J.; Dias, A.M.P.G.; Marques, A.F.S.; Dias, A.M.A.
DOI: 10.15376/biores.12.2.2269-2283
Environmentally friendly high performance timber-concrete panel

Construction and Building Materials, 2016
Martins, C.; Dias, A.M.P.G.; Costa, R.; Santos, P.
DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2015.07.194
Glulam made by Poplar: delamination and shear strength tests

International Scientific Conference on Hardwood Processing, 2017
Carlos Martins

Alicia Palacios-Orueta | Spatial Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Alicia Palacios-Orueta | Spatial Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

 Universidad Politécnica de Madrid | Spain

Dr. Alicia Palacios-Orueta is a Full Professor (Catedrática de Universidad) in the Department of Agroforestry Engineering at the Technical University of Madrid (Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, UPM), with an internationally recognized career in environmental science and remote sensing. She holds a degree in Agricultural Engineering from UPM and completed her MSc and PhD in Soil Science at the University of California, Davis. Her academic trajectory spans more than two decades, including appointments as Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Full Professor, as well as research positions in leading international institutions in the United States, Italy, Israel, and Sweden. Her research focuses on soil science, climatology, meteorology, geology, plant ecology, remote sensing, hyperspectral analysis, and spatial–temporal time series analysis. She is especially known for pioneering work on hyperspectral indices for soil and vegetation assessment and for innovative statistical approaches to remote sensing time series with spatial dimensions. Her research has received international visibility, including coverage by Nature Geoscience and New Scientist, and she has contributed to advisory bodies such as the Seosat/Ingenio Mission Advisory Group. She has coordinated numerous national and international research projects, supervised doctoral theses, and taught extensively at undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral levels. Her scholarly impact is reflected in 44 documents, an h-index of 21, and approximately 1,743 citations. Overall, Dr. Palacios-Orueta is a leading scholar whose work has significantly advanced the understanding of land–atmosphere interactions and environmental monitoring through remote sensing.

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Junyoung Kim | Dermatology | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Junyoung Kim | Dermatology | Research Excellence Award

Kyungpook National University School of Medicine | South Korea

Dr. Junyoung Kim is an Associate Professor in the Department of Dermatology at Kyungpook National University School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea, with extensive academic and clinical experience in medical, surgical, and investigative dermatology. He earned his M.D., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees from Kyungpook National University School of Medicine and completed internship and residency training in dermatology at Kyungpook National University Hospital, followed by fellowship and academic appointments at Severance Hospital, Seoul. His academic career includes progression from Assistant Professor to Associate Professor and international research exposure as a Visiting Scholar at the University of Michigan Medical School. Dr. Kim’s research focuses on nail disorders, subungual melanoma, skin cancer, dermatologic surgery, cutaneous oncology, inflammatory skin diseases, and translational dermatology, with particular interest in nail unit pathology and surgical innovation. He has authored influential peer-reviewed publications in leading international dermatology journals and contributes actively to academic societies in dermatopathology, nail disease, skin cancer, and dermatologic surgery. According to bibliometric indicators, Dr. Kim has published 110 documents, achieved an h-index of 12, and accumulated approximately 641 citations. His work has advanced clinical understanding and surgical techniques in dermatology, particularly in nail melanoma and reconstructive procedures. Overall, Dr. Kim is recognized as a productive clinician-scientist whose scholarship continues to impact contemporary dermatologic practice and research.

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A Huge Malignant Melanoma in an Elderly Patient: Rapid Palliative Surgical Excision Using Electrocautery
– Korean Journal of Dermatology, 2025
Dermoscopic Features and Their Association With Breslow Thickness of Facial Lentigo Maligna in Koreans: A Multi-Center Retrospective Study
– Journal of Dermatology, 2025
Hutchinson’s Nail Sign: Key Indicator for Subungual Melanoma and Differential Diagnosis
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An Effective Technique for Nail Bed Anaesthesia and Access: A Novel Approach Using Punch Tool and 30G Needle
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Comparative Efficacy of Ustekinumab and Guselkumab in Improving Itch in Severe Psoriasis Patients
– Annals of Dermatology, 2025

Atsushi Toribe | Public Health Analytics| Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Atsushi Toribe | Public Health Analytics| Research Excellence Award

 Sppporo Kojinkai Memorial Hospital | Japan

Mr. Atsushi Toribe is a physical therapy professional with extensive clinical experience in rehabilitation medicine. He completed his undergraduate education in Physical Therapy at Hokkaido Rehabilitation College, where he developed a strong foundation in musculoskeletal and functional rehabilitation, and later earned a Master’s degree in Health Sciences from the Graduate School of Medicine at Akita University. Since beginning his professional career in 2016, he has worked in a range of clinical settings, including clinics and memorial hospitals, gaining broad experience in orthopedic rehabilitation, acute and chronic care, and interdisciplinary teamwork. He has served in rehabilitation departments at multiple institutions, progressively strengthening his expertise in evidence-based practice and patient-centered care, and is currently a team member at Sapporo Kojinkai Memorial Hospital. His research interests focus on physical therapy interventions, rehabilitation outcomes, and the application of clinical research to improve functional recovery. He has contributed to academic knowledge through a peer-reviewed journal publication and has been involved in a research project, as well as the development of a patented innovation related to rehabilitation practice. While he has not received major formal awards to date, his steady academic and clinical contributions reflect a strong commitment to advancing rehabilitation science. Overall, Mr. Toribe continues to integrate clinical practice, research, and innovation to enhance the quality of physical therapy services.

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Ali Ali | Artificial Intelligence and water Resources Management | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Ali Ali | Artificial Intelligence and water Resources Management | Research Excellence Award

Brunel University London | United Kingdom

Dr. Ali Ali is an emerging researcher and PhD student in Civil Engineering at Brunel University London, specializing in Artificial Intelligence applications for water resources management. He holds a BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering from Brunel University and a Diploma with Distinction from Kaplan International College, demonstrating strong academic performance. Dr. Ali has extensive experience with civil engineering and computational software, including AutoCAD, Groundwater Modelling System (GMS), ABAQUS, MATLAB, and programming languages Python and R, enabling advanced modeling, simulation, and data analysis. He has applied his expertise in designing steel and concrete structures while addressing economic, social, and environmental challenges. His professional experience includes multiple Graduate Teaching Assistant roles in Civil Engineering and Computer Science, supporting both undergraduate and master’s students with lab sessions, course material, tutoring, and programming instruction. Additionally, he gained practical industry experience through internships in project management and turbomachinery design, enhancing his skills in project coordination and operational efficiency. Dr. Ali’s research interests focus on optimizing water resources management using AI, sustainable infrastructure design, and hydrological modeling. He has contributed to academic documents, reports, and simulations, with ongoing work aimed at publication in peer-reviewed journals. His work demonstrates a commitment to bridging theoretical research and practical engineering solutions, advancing innovation in civil and environmental engineering.

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Aquifer-specific flood forecasting using machine learning: A comparative analysis for three distinct sedimentary aquifers – Science of the Total Environment, 2025 | Open Access

Jose Uberos | Neuroscience Data Analysis | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Jose Uberos | Neuroscience Data Analysis | Best Researcher Award

Universidad de Granada | Spain

Prof. Dr. Jose Uberos is a distinguished pediatrician and full professor at the University of Granada, with extensive experience in clinical practice, research, and teaching. He earned his MD from the University of Granada in 1992, completed his doctoral studies at the same institution in 1994, and obtained a Master’s in Research Methodology and Statistics in Health Sciences from Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona in 2007. Since 1989, he has been actively involved in research through the Andalusian Plan for Research (PAIDI CTS-190) and the IBS-Granada group MP19, focusing on nutrition, metabolism, growth, and childhood development. His professional career includes serving as Head of Section in Pediatrics at the Hospital Universitario San Cecilio and participation in primary care teams. Prof. Uberos has published numerous high-impact journal articles, books, and book chapters, achieving an H-index of 27 and recognition through five national research sexenios and three teaching quinquenios. His research primarily addresses neonatal nutrition, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, retinopathy of prematurity, probiotics in preterm infants, and neurodevelopmental outcomes. He actively reviews manuscripts and research projects for prestigious journals and national institutions. His contributions significantly advance pediatric care, emphasizing evidence-based approaches and the critical role of early nutrition in long-term child health.

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Haleh Ayatollahi | Public Health Informatics | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Haleh Ayatollahi | Public Health Informatics | Research Excellence Award

Iran University of Medical Sciences | Iran

Haleh Ayatollahi is a Professor of Medical Informatics with extensive experience in health information management, digital health, and health technology assessment. She holds a PhD in Health Informatics from the University of Sheffield (UK), an MSc and BSc in Medical Records from Iran University of Medical Sciences, and an associate degree in the same field. She has held several senior academic and executive roles, including Director of the Deputy of Research and Technology at both the School of Health Management and Information Sciences and the Health Management and Economics Research Centre, and membership on the Medical Informatics Evaluation and Examination Board. Her academic career spans teaching, research leadership, postgraduate administration, and international collaboration. Her research focuses on telemedicine, mobile health, clinical decision support systems, artificial intelligence in healthcare, digital health evaluation, health information systems, patient safety, and technology adoption, with strong contributions to policy briefs and global health studies, including the Global Burden of Disease projects. She has authored 108 peer-reviewed documents with 6,293 citations across 5,499 citing documents and an h-index of 21, reflecting sustained scholarly impact. She has contributed to high-impact journals such as The Lancet, BMC series, Digital Health, and PLOS ONE, and has received multiple academic and research recognitions for excellence in education, research productivity, and leadership in medical informatics.

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Clinicians’ Knowledge and Perception of Telemedicine Technology

– Perspectives in Health Information Management, 2015

Christina Ryder | Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Christina Ryder | Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

 Texas A&M University | United States

Dr. Christina Ryder is a biological anthropologist whose work integrates advanced analytical techniques with archaeological and paleoenvironmental research. She earned her PhD in Biological Anthropology from the University of Colorado Boulder, following an MA in Anthropology from New York University and dual bachelor’s degrees in Biological Anthropology and Biology. Her academic and research experience includes postdoctoral research in North American paleoanthropology and megafaunal studies, as well as extensive teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels in biological and forensic anthropology. Her research focuses on Late Pleistocene paleoecology, human–environment interactions, and the development of non-destructive analytical methods, particularly the application of near-infrared spectroscopy for assessing bone collagen preservation to improve radiocarbon dating and stable isotope analysis. She has led and contributed to externally funded research supported by major foundations and has actively participated in interdisciplinary collaborations bridging archaeology, geochemistry, and evolutionary biology. Dr. Ryder has published 7 scholarly documents, which have received 139 citations from 136 citing documents, resulting in an h-index of 5, indicating growing international impact. Her work has been recognized through competitive fellowships and a university-level teaching excellence award. Overall, her contributions advance methodological innovation in biological anthropology while strengthening the integration of laboratory science, archaeological interpretation, and higher education.

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Zdzislaw Kaliniewicz | Seed Properties | Research Excellence Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zdzislaw Kaliniewicz | Seed Properties | Research Excellence Award

University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn | Poland

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zdzisław Kaliniewicz is an academic researcher and educator in technical and agricultural sciences at the University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Faculty of Technical Sciences, Department of Vehicles and Machinery. He obtained a PhD in technical sciences in the field of construction and operation of machines, followed by a habilitation in agricultural sciences with specialization in agricultural engineering. His academic and professional experience focuses on teaching, research, and technological development related to agricultural and forestry machinery. His scientific activity is centered on theoretical and experimental studies aimed at improving the working processes, efficiency, and design of agricultural machines, with particular emphasis on seed cleaning, sorting, and separation technologies. A significant part of his research addresses the identification and application of physical properties of agricultural, horticultural, and forestry seeds to enhance seed quality and processing performance. His work also includes evaluation of field sprayer performance, analysis of factors affecting sowing quality, and the application of modern measurement techniques, such as 3D scanning, for monitoring food and biological products. He has authored 53 scientific documents, which have received 343 citations from 259 citing documents, resulting in an h-index of 11, demonstrating steady scientific impact. Overall, his contributions support innovation, efficiency, and quality improvement in agricultural engineering and mechanized crop production.

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