Dongxing Yu | Machine Learning and AI Applications | Research Excellence Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dongxing Yu | Machine Learning and AI Applications | Research Excellence Award

Sanda University | China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dongxing Yu is an interdisciplinary scholar with a Ph.D. in Literature, serving as Associate Professor and Director of the Institute for Sustainable Development in Education at Shanghai Sanda University. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dongxing Yu holds a Ph.D. from East China Normal University, an M.A. from Shandong Normal University, and a B.A. from Qingdao University. His professional experience spans founding China’s first university Educational Metaverse, leading VR education labs, and holding visiting positions at Harvard, UIUC, Aarhus, and Regina. His research interests include linguistics, AI in education, cognitive science, VR, and language policy, with skills in educational technology design, interdisciplinary research, and academic leadership. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dongxing Yu has received multiple national awards for teaching innovation and scholarship, concluding a career dedicated to shaping intelligent, sustainable, and immersive futures in education.

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Huan Liu | Earth Space Exploration | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Huan Liu | Earth Space Exploration | Research Excellence Award

China University of Geosciences | China

Huan Liu is a Professor in automation and instrumentation with a strong academic foundation in electronic engineering and sensing technologies. He earned his PhD with research focused on high-precision magnetometers and completed joint doctoral training internationally. His professional experience spans academic research, teaching, and leadership in control technology and intelligent sensing. His research interests include magnetic field measurement, sensor arrays, instrumentation, multi-information fusion, and intelligent detection systems for environmental and security applications. He has received numerous national and international awards for research excellence, editorial service, and innovation. His work significantly advances precision sensing technologies and interdisciplinary engineering research.

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A Multi-Parameter Integrated Magnetometer Based on Combination of Scalar and Vector Fields

– IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics, 2022

A New Digital Single-Axis Fluxgate Magnetometer According to the Cobalt-Based Amorphous Effects

– Review of Scientific Instruments, 2022

An Overview of Sensing Platform-Technological Aspects for Vector Magnetic Measurement: A Case Study of the Application in Different Scenarios

– Measurement, 2022

Anomaly Detection of Complex Magnetic Measurements Using Structured Hankel Low-Rank Modeling and Singular Value Decomposition

– Review of Scientific Instruments, 2022

Multi-Sensor Measurement and Data Fusion

– IEEE Instrumentation & Measurement Magazine, 2022

Evangelia Voulgari | Data Processing | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Evangelia Voulgari | Data Processing | Best Researcher Award

Aristotle University of Thessaloniki | Greece

Dr. Evangelia Voulgari is a prehistoric archaeologist specializing in the analysis of ceramic datasets from Neolithic and Bronze Age sites in Southeast Europe. She holds a PhD, MA, and BA in Archaeology from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and has been Laboratory Teaching Staff there since 2014. She is a postdoctoral researcher on the ERC Synergy Grant EXPLO, leading ceramic data analysis and integrating stratigraphic, contextual, and environmental information for comparative and diachronic studies. Her work is published internationally, and she is a three-time IKY scholarship recipient, contributing to rigorous and transparent archaeological data research.

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Flows, transformations, and temporalities in pots life history: The case of Neolithic Dispilio, North Greece

– Journal of Archaeological Science: Reports, 2025-10Contributors: Evangelia Voulgari; Marina Sofronidou; Kostas Kotsakis

Christina Ryder | Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

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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Seema Irshad | Psychology | Women Researcher Award

Dr. Seema Irshad | Psychology | Women Researcher Award

King Faisal University | Saudi Arabia

Dr. Seema Irshad is an Assistant Professor of Psychology with more than a decade of experience in higher education, research, and clinical practice. She earned her PhD in Psychology from Aligarh Muslim University, developing a strong academic foundation in psychological theory, research methodology, and applied practice. Her academic career has been primarily associated with a leading public university in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, where she has contributed extensively to undergraduate and graduate teaching, curriculum design, and academic coordination. Her teaching expertise spans abnormal psychology, cognitive processes, work motivation, and applied psychology, with a strong emphasis on student-centered and technology-enhanced learning. In parallel, she has been actively engaged in research through national and international collaborations, including earlier work as a research assistant and junior project fellow on large-scale public health and educational research projects. Her research interests focus on mental health, psychosocial interventions, psychometric assessment, systematic reviews, and the emerging role of artificial intelligence in psychological practice. She has published more than 20 scholarly papers and has presented research at numerous academic conferences. Her contributions include successful involvement in competitive research grants and sustained mentorship of students and early-career researchers. Overall, her work reflects a strong commitment to advancing psychological science, improving mental health outcomes, and fostering academic excellence through teaching, research, and mentorship.

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Njemuwa Nwaji | Qualitative Research | Research Excellence Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Njemuwa Nwaji | Qualitative Research | Research Excellence Award

Institute of Fundamental Technological Research, Polish Academy of Science | Poland

Assist. Prof. Dr. Nwaji Njemuwa Njoku is a materials chemist and nanotechnology researcher with extensive international academic and research experience across Africa, Europe, and Asia. He earned a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Rhodes University, South Africa, following an M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry from the University of Central Lancashire, United Kingdom, and a B.Tech. in Industrial Chemistry from the Federal University of Technology, Owerri. He is currently an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Fundamental Technological Research, Polish Academy of Sciences, where he contributes to doctoral-level teaching and advanced research. Previously, he held research and academic positions at Chungnam National University (South Korea), South China Normal University (China), and Alex Ekwueme Federal University (Nigeria). His research focuses on nanotechnology for energy storage and conversion, including advanced nanomaterial synthesis, photo- and electrocatalysis for hydrogen production, high-performance supercapacitor electrodes, and biocompatible nanomaterials for biomedical applications. He has supervised undergraduate and postgraduate research projects and mentored international graduate students. His scholarly output is reflected in a strong citation record and an H-index of 21. He has received competitive international funding, including serving as Principal Investigator on a major National Research Foundation of South Korea grant, underscoring his contributions to sustainable energy and functional nanomaterials research.

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Ruoyi Li | Government and Public Policy Analysis | Research Excellence Award

Ms. Ruoyi Li | Government and Public Policy Analysis | Research Excellence Award

Xiamen University | China

Ms. Ruoyi Li is a dedicated Ph.D. candidate in Public Administration at Xiamen University, focusing on government regulation, policy analysis, and sustainable development under the “Dual‑Carbon” goals. She holds dual Master’s degrees from the Australian National University in Digital Humanities & Public Culture and General & Applied Linguistics, and a Bachelor’s degree in Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language from Jiangxi Normal University, where she graduated with distinction and received multiple scholarships and awards. Her research expertise spans policy evaluation, environmental economics, cross‑strait regional development, and technological impacts on organizational structures. Ms. Li has participated in high-impact research projects, including field investigations and policy reports for local government integration initiatives in Pingtan, and has collaborated with institutions such as the Environmental Economics & Policy Lab (Peking University and University of Chicago), Global Environmental Institute, and major energy corporations. She has authored peer-reviewed articles in Finance Research Letters as first and corresponding author and contributed to numerous working papers on cultural heritage, digital humanities, and museum studies. Skilled in fieldwork, in-depth interviews, data analysis, and ontology engineering, she combines interdisciplinary knowledge with practical research application. Ms. Li’s work bridges public administration, environmental policy, and digital culture, contributing to evidence-based governance, sustainable development, and innovative knowledge representation.

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Erika Azorin-vega | Qualitative Research | Women Researcher Award

Dr. Erika Azorin-vega | Qualitative Research | Women Researcher Award

Instituto Nacional De Investigaciones Nucleares | Mexico

Erika Patricia Azorín Vega is a distinguished researcher at the Instituto Nacional de Investigaciones Nucleares, specializing in radiopharmaceuticals and their applications in cancer diagnosis and therapy. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Experimental Biology from Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana-Iztapalapa, a Master’s in Sciences, and a Ph.D. in Bio-Physiology and Neurosciences from CINVESTAV-IPN, with research focused on cellular interactions with extracellular matrices and tumor cell biology. Since 2013, she has led pioneering work in radiopharmaceutical development, resulting in four international patents and over 80 scientific publications with nearly a thousand citations. Her academic contributions include directing multiple undergraduate and graduate theses, reviewing projects for national and international funding agencies, and participating in thesis evaluations globally. She has served as a professor and invited lecturer at several universities, delivering specialized courses in radiobiology, dosimetry, and medical physics, both nationally and internationally. Her research interests encompass radiopharmaceutical design, cancer radiotherapy, metabolomics, and radiation protection. Recognized for her excellence in scientific communication, she has delivered numerous conferences and outreach presentations to advance knowledge in nuclear medicine. Erika’s work continues to shape the field of radiopharmaceutical research and the training of highly skilled professionals in medical physics and biotechnology.

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Jiménez-Mancilla, N., Ferro-Flores, G., Santos-Cuevas, C., & et al. (2013). Multifunctional targeted therapy system based on 99mTc/177Lu-labeled gold nanoparticles-Tat(49–57)-Lys3-bombesin internalized in nuclei of prostate cancer. Journal of Labelled Compounds and Radiopharmaceuticals, 56(13), 663–671.

Ferro-Flores, G., Luna-Gutiérrez, M., Ocampo-García, B., Santos-Cuevas, C., & et al. (2017). Clinical translation of a PSMA inhibitor for 99mTc-based SPECT. Nuclear Medicine and Biology, 48, 36–44.

Mendoza-Nava, H., Ferro-Flores, G., Ramírez, F. M., Ocampo-García, B., & et al. (2016). 177Lu-dendrimer conjugated to folate and bombesin with gold nanoparticles in the dendritic cavity: A potential theranostic radiopharmaceutical. Journal of Nanomaterials, 2016(1), 1039258.

Azorín-Vega, A. V. E., Ferro-Flores, G., & Ocampo-García, B. E. (2014). Multifunctional radiolabeled nanoparticles for targeted therapy. Current Medicinal Chemistry, 21(1), 124–138.

Mendoza-Nava, H., Ferro-Flores, G., Ramírez, F. M., Ocampo-García, B., & et al. (2017). Fluorescent, plasmonic, and radiotherapeutic properties of the 177Lu–dendrimer-AuNP–folate–bombesin nanoprobe located inside cancer cells. Molecular Imaging, 16, 1536012117704768.

Wei Zhang | Government and Public Policy Analysis | Global Data Innovation Recognition Award

Prof. Dr. Wei Zhang | Government and Public Policy Analysis | Global Data Innovation Recognition Award

Zhejiang University | China

Prof. Dr. Wei Zhang is a distinguished scholar in engineering education and public policy, serving as Professor at the School of Public Affairs of Zhejiang University, Associate Director of the university’s Research Center on Engineering Education Innovation, and Deputy Secretary General of the Chinese Society for Engineering Education. Since 2002, he has focused on advancing engineering education reform in China, contributing as a consultant to the Ministry of Education’s Department of Comprehensive Reform, where he has supported institutional restructuring and the development of Emerging Engineering Education (3E). His research centers on engineering education policy, interdisciplinary organizational innovation, and teaching reform, leading to more than 100 academic papers and five monographs. His influential work includes models such as the learning-science–driven engineering education framework and intelligent social engineering education model, which have significantly shaped China’s strategic direction in engineering education transformation. His achievements have been widely recognized, earning him the first prize of the Zhejiang Higher Education Research Achievement Award in 2010, second prizes of Zhejiang Philosophy and Social Sciences Outstanding Achievement Awards in 2012 and 2014, and the special prize of the Zhejiang Higher Education Teaching Award in 2022. His scholarship continues to shape policy discourse and practice in modern engineering education.

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Wang, C., Jesiek, B., & Zhang, W. (2024). Elevating international collaboration and academic outcomes through strategic research funding: a bibliometric analysis of China Scholarship Council funded publications. Scientometrics. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11192-024-05054-8

Ion Tirca | Physicist | Distinguished Scientist Award

Dr. Ion Tirca | Physicist | Distinguished Scientist Award

University of Craiova | Romania

Dr. Ion Tirca is a physicist and materials science researcher specializing in photonic processing, thin films, and laser–matter interaction. His academic formation includes a bachelor’s degree in mathematics, a master’s degree in physics, a PhD in sciences, and a postdoctoral research program at the University of Craiova, where he also contributed as a project manager in an entrepreneurial education initiative. He has held research positions at the National Institute for Lasers, Plasma and Radiation Physics and at INCESA, focusing on advanced materials, pulsed laser deposition, and optical properties of functional surfaces. Dr. Tirca has authored 7 scientific documents, accumulated 43 citations from 38 citing documents, and holds an h-index of 4, reflecting the visibility and impact of his contributions. His publications in ISI-rated journals address topics such as Mg–Al layered double hydroxide thin films, WO₃ optical behavior, dopant effects, and biocompatible composite coatings. His research interests include laser deposition technologies, optical materials, nanostructures, biomaterials, and condensed matter physics. He has also participated in academic dissemination activities and contributed to interdisciplinary collaborations. Committed to advancing both scientific knowledge and applied research, Dr. Tirca continues to explore innovative photonic techniques for developing next-generation functional materials.

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Tirca, I., Mitran, V., Marascu, V., Brajnicov, S., Ion, V., Stokker-Cheregi, F., Popovici, I. A., Cimpean, A., Dinca, V., & Dinescu, M. (2017). In vitro testing of curcumin-based composite coatings as antitumoral systems against osteosarcoma cells. Applied Surface Science, 425, 1040–1051.

Vlad, A., Birjega, R., Tirca, I., Matei, A., Mardare, C. C., Hassel, A. W., Nedelcea, A., Dinescu, M., & Zavoianu, R. (2018). Pulsed laser deposition of functionalized Mg–Al layered double hydroxide thin films. Applied Physics A, 124, 152.

Tirca, I., Boerasu, I., Radu, M.-S., & Osiac, M. (2021). Refractive index of WO₃ thin films grown under various temperatures determined by the Swanepoel method. Physica B: Condensed Matter, 620, 413266.

Osiac, M., Boerasu, I., Radu, M.-S., Jigau, M., & Tirca, I. (2021). Influence of iron as a dopant on the refractive index of WO₃. Materials, 14(19), 5845.

Osiac, M., Satulu, V., Jigau, M., Tirca, I., & Tudorascu, I. R. (2023). Influence of substrate temperature on the structural and chemical properties of iron-doped WO₃ films prepared by PLD. Applied Physics A, 129, 544.