Neriman Yükseltürk Şimşek | Breast Cancer | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Neriman Yükseltürk Şimşek | Breast Cancer | Best Researcher Award

Ankara University | Turkey

Dr. Neriman Yükseltürk Şimşek is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nursing at Ankara University, Turkey. With over two decades of clinical experience in intensive and emergency care nursing, she transitioned to academia after completing her master's and doctoral degrees. Her research primarily focuses on enhancing the quality of life for cancer patients through innovative, evidence-based nursing interventions. Dr. Şimşek has conducted significant studies on the effects of complementary therapies—such as reflexology, cold application, and exercise—on chemotherapy-induced side effects like peripheral neuropathy, nausea, vomiting, and anxiety PubMed+1. She has also contributed to the Turkish validation of the Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy Assessment Tool PubMed. Her scholarly work has been published in reputable journals, including the Asia-Pacific Journal of Oncology Nursing and Complementary Medicine Research. Dr. Şimşek's research has been cited over 50 times, reflecting her impact in the field. Her commitment to patient-centered care and quality of life continues to drive her academic and clinical endeavors.

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Featured Publications 

Kurt, G., Tarus, H. A., & Yükseltürk Şimşek, N. (2025). Assessment of Survivor Concerns Scale for gynecological cancer: Turkish validity and reliability study. Seminars in Oncology Nursing.

 Yükseltürk Şimşek, N., & Demir, A. (2024). Determining the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on depression, anxiety and stress levels in cancer patients. Kafkas Journal of Medical Sciences.

Yükseltürk Şimşek, N. (2022). Determining the effect of reflexology on nausea, vomiting and anxiety in patients with breast cancer receiving chemotherapy: A randomized controlled study.

 Yükseltürk Şimşek, N. (n.d.). Cold application and exercise on development of peripheral neuropathy during taxane chemotherapy in breast cancer patients: A randomized controlled trial.

 Yükseltürk Şimşek, N. (n.d.). Determination of early side effects after COVID-19 vaccinations.

Kelly Jacoby | Orthopaedic Surgery | Research Excellence Distinction Award

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Ms. Kelly Jacoby | Orthopaedic Surgery | Research Excellence Distinction Award

Medical College of Wisconsin | United States

Kelly Jacoby has an extensive background in biomedical and clinical research, with a strong focus on orthopaedic surgery, biomechanics, and health technology evaluation. As first author, Jacoby led a retrospective study investigating the impact of social deprivation on reverse shoulder arthroplasty outcomes, encompassing data collection, statistical analysis, and manuscript preparation, with presentations at multiple regional and institutional conferences. Additional first-author work includes a cadaveric biomechanical evaluation comparing barbed versus standard sutures in side-to-side tendon transfer techniques, aiming to optimize repair strength and facilitate early mobilization. Jacoby is also spearheading research on ChatGPT’s diagnostic accuracy in upper extremity orthopaedic patients based on patient-reported symptoms, integrating standardized surveys to assess AI-assisted patient engagement. Contributions as a second and third author involve multicenter retrospective cohort studies examining the effects of preoperative GLP-1 receptor agonists and SGLT2 inhibitors on rotator cuff repair outcomes, as well as disparities in surgical treatment influenced by insurance and demographic factors. Additional experience includes collaborative studies on Type II odontoid fractures and preclinical neurobiology research at Marquette University, conducting behavioral and brain tissue analyses. Across these projects, Jacoby has demonstrated proficiency in study design, statistical analysis, data interpretation, and manuscript development, reflecting a commitment to advancing orthopaedic outcomes, healthcare equity, and innovative diagnostic approaches.

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Featured Publications 

Jacoby, K. E., Andryk, L. M., Valiquette, A., Van Boxtel, M., Cox, E., Grindel, S. I., & Graf, A. (2025). The impact of social deprivation on reverse total shoulder arthroplasty outcomes. JSES Reviews, Reports, and Techniques.

Yildiray Daduk | Gastroenterological Surgery | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Yildiray Daduk | Gastroenterological Surgery | Best Researcher Award

Adıyaman Training and Research Hospital, Adiyaman, Turkey | Turkey

Dr. Yildiray Dadük is a distinguished faculty member in the Department of General Surgery at Adıyaman University Faculty of Medicine, Türkiye. A graduate of Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine, he completed his residency in General Surgery and later earned subspecialty certification in Gastrointestinal Surgery. With extensive expertise in hepatopancreatobiliary, gastrointestinal, pancreatic, and bariatric surgeries, he is recognized for his contributions to minimally invasive and laparoscopic surgical innovations. Dr. Dadük has authored over 8 peer-reviewed publications in SCI and Scopus-indexed journals, accumulating 150 citations, an H-index of 2, and a total of 10 documented research projects focusing on liver, stomach, rectum, pancreatic, and hernia repair advancements. He also serves as a reviewer for more than 10 indexed surgical manuscripts and provides institutional consultancy in laparoscopic surgical innovations. His research emphasizes improving patient safety, surgical efficiency, and clinical outcomes through evidence-based practices. Actively collaborating with national and international research groups, he maintains professional memberships in the Turkish Society of Surgery, ACID, and the National Gastric Cancer Association. Through his commitment to surgical education and innovation, Dr. Dadük continues to advance the frontiers of modern gastrointestinal and laparoscopic surgery, shaping the future of minimally invasive surgical care in Türkiye and beyond.

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Featured Publications 

Daduk, Y. (2025). Customized TEP inguinal hernia repair: Innovative approaches with outstanding surgical outcomes. Current Problems in Surgery, 62, 101815.

Daduk, Y. (2024). Breast hydatid cyst: Diagnosis and treatment of a rare case with spontaneous rupture. Surgical Infections, 25(?), Article 178.

Daduk, Y. (2024). Treatment options and the management of complications in hydatid cysts of the liver in endemic regions. Annali Italiani di Chirurgia, 95(?), Article 3379.

Daduk, Y., Seker, A., Sozutek, A., Olmez, T., Kaplan, K., Dur, H., & Ozdemir, G. (2022). Treatment options and the management of complications in hydatid cysts of the liver in endemic regions. Research Square.

Daduk, Y. (2021). Acute abdomen due to torsion of the wandering spleen: A rare clinical presentation. Ulusal Travma ve Acil Cerrahi Dergisi–Turkish Journal of Trauma & Emergency Surgery, 27(1), Article 734.

Farahnaz Rostami | Agricultural Extension and Education | Women Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Farahnaz Rostami | Agricultural Extension and Education | Women Researcher Award

 Razi University | Iran   

Dr. Farahnaz Rostami is a distinguished researcher and academic whose work centers on sustainable agriculture, food security, and environmental governance. Her research interests span agroecology, organic agriculture, GM crops, land and food policies, agrarian change, sustainable livelihoods, and the vulnerability of farmers. She is deeply engaged in advancing decision support systems and fuzzy modeling approaches, integrating both qualitative and quantitative methodologies to address complex agricultural and environmental challenges. Dr. Rostami has taught a diverse range of courses, including food policy, principles of organic farming, agrarian change, sustainable rangeland management, and the application of GM crops in developing countries. Her teaching reflects a holistic approach that bridges science, policy, and practice. Recognized for her academic excellence, she has received multiple honors as the best graduate at the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels, as well as the Best Researcher Award at Razi University. Fluent in English, Kurdish, and Persian, Dr. Rostami is proficient in professional software such as SPSS, MATLAB, Statistica, NVivo, and Smart PLS. She has conducted numerous international workshops on land governance, environmental management, and fuzzy logic applications in agriculture. As a reviewer for prestigious journals like Biotechnology Advances and Land Use Policy, Dr. Rostami continues to contribute significantly to the fields of agricultural development, sustainability, and environmental decision-making.

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Featured  Publications 

Sadati, S. A., Ghobadi, F. R., Sadati, S. A., Mohamadi, Y., Sharifi, O., & Asakereh, A. (2010). Survey of effective factors on adoption of crop insurance among farmers: A case study of Behbahan County. African Journal of Agricultural Research, 5(16), 2237–2242.

Asadi, A., Akbari, M., Fami, H. S., Iravani, H., Rostami, F., & Sadati, A. (2008). Poverty alleviation and sustainable development: The role of social capital. Journal of Social Sciences, 4(3), 202–215.

Attarod, P., Rostami, F., Dolatshahi, A., Sadeghi, S. M. M., & Amiri, G. Z. (2016). Do changes in meteorological parameters and evapotranspiration affect declining oak forests of Iran? Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, 188(10), 44.*

Rostami, F., Osquee, H. O., Mahdavi, F., & Dousti, S. (2020). Development of a new psychometric assessment tool for predicting hepatitis B virus infection in pregnant women. International Journal of Women’s Health and Reproduction Sciences, 8(3), 297–302.

Amiri, A., Geravandi, S., & Rostami, F. (2021). Potential effects of school garden on students' knowledge, attitude and experience: A pilot project on sixth grade students in Iran. Urban Forestry & Urban Greening, 62, 127174.

Tongcun Liu | Graph Learning and Recommender System | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tongcun Liu | Graph Learning and Recommender System | Best Researcher Award

Zhejiang A&F University | China 

Dr. Tongcun Liu is an Associate Professor at Zhejiang A & F University, specializing in computer science and technology with a strong focus on big data analytics and artificial intelligence. He earned his Ph.D. from the Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications and later enhanced his academic experience as a Visiting Scholar at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. His research primarily revolves around advanced algorithms for graph computing, recommendation systems, and AI4Science, contributing significantly to the intersection of data intelligence and computational innovation. Dr. Liu leads multiple research projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and the Zhejiang Provincial Natural Science Foundation. His current and completed projects include the development of data-driven models for estimating mangrove soil dissolved organic carbon sequestration potential and the creation of cloud-edge collaborative recommendation systems based on session flow methods. With a robust publication record of more than 30 papers in esteemed international journals and conferences, his scholarly work has had a substantial impact on the field of artificial intelligence and data-driven computing. In addition to his academic achievements, Dr. Liu holds over 10 granted patents from more than 20 applications, reflecting his strong commitment to technological innovation and the advancement of AI-based computational methodologies.

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Featured Publications 

Feng, H., Qiu, J., Wen, L., Zhang, J., Yang, J., Lyu, Z., Liu, T., & Fang, K. (2025). U3UNet: An accurate and reliable segmentation model for forest fire monitoring based on UAV vision. Neural Networks, 185, 107207.

Fang, K., Deng, J., Dong, C., Naseem, U., Liu, T., Feng, H., & Wang, W. (2025). MoCFL: Mobile Cluster Federated Learning Framework for Highly Dynamic Network. Proceedings of the ACM on Web Conference 2025, 5065–5074.

Liu, T., Yu, G., Kwok, H. Y., Xue, R., He, D., & Liang, W. (2025). Enhancing tree-based machine learning for chlorophyll-a prediction in coastal seawater through spatiotemporal feature integration. Marine Environmental Research, 107170.

Shi, Q., Wang, Y., Liu, T., Zhang, L., & Liao, J. (2024). STRL: Writer-Independent Offline Signature Verification with Transformers and Self-Supervised Representation Learning. 2024 10th International Conference on Computer and Communications (ICCC).

Liu, T., Bao, X., Zhang, J., Fang, K., & Feng, H. (n.d.). Enhancing session-based recommendation with multi-interest hyperbolic representation networks. IEEE Transactions on Neural Networks and Learning Systems.

Chaoqun Han | Logistics and Supply Chain Management | Best Paper Award

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Dr. Chaoqun Han | Logistics and Supply Chain Management | Best Paper Award

shanghai Dianji University| China

Chaoqun Han is an accomplished scholar in management science and engineering, specializing in logistics and supply chain management. She currently serves as an Associate Professor at the Business School of Shanghai Dianji University, where she has established herself as a dedicated researcher and educator. Her academic journey began with a bachelor’s and master’s degree in business administration, followed by a doctorate in management science and engineering from Huazhong University of Science and Technology, equipping her with a solid foundation for her research career. Dr. Han’s research primarily explores supply chain dynamics, carbon emission reduction strategies, vendor-managed inventory, third-party logistics, and value-added service strategies in smart manufacturing platforms. She has contributed significantly to high-impact journals, including Computers & Industrial Engineering, Journal of Intelligent & Fuzzy Systems, and Mathematical Problems in Engineering. Her work integrates theoretical insights with practical applications, particularly focusing on carbon tax policies, low-carbon preferences, and collaborative mechanisms within supply chains. Beyond her publications, she has actively participated in multiple research programs funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and provincial initiatives, addressing pressing challenges in sustainable logistics, distributed e-commerce, and electric vehicle management. She has also expanded her expertise through international training and visiting scholar positions in Germany and the United States. Through her innovative research and teaching, Dr. Han continues to advance the development of efficient, sustainable, and intelligent supply chain systems.

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Featured Publications 

Han, C.-Q., Hu, Z.-H., & Ma, H.-W. (2023). Dynamic cooperative value-added service strategies of the smart manufacturing platform considering the network effect and altruism preference. Computers & Industrial Engineering, 178, 109048.

Nahed Yousfi | Plasma Treatment in Food Fermentation | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Nahed Yousfi | Plasma Treatment in Food Fermentation | Best Researcher Award

University of Gabès and university of Toulouse| Tunisia

Nahed Yousfi is a highly motivated researcher in the fields of biology and bioengineering, currently pursuing a doctoral thesis in international cotutelle between the University of Gabès in Tunisia and the University of Toulouse in France. Her research focuses on exploring the effect of plasma treatment on kombucha fermentation, integrating expertise in plasma technology, microbial fermentation, phytochemical characterization, and biological activity evaluation. Throughout her doctoral journey, she has acquired advanced knowledge in cold atmospheric plasma applications, liquid-liquid extraction, spectrophotometric assays, HPLC-DAD, GC-MS analysis, and microbiological quantification of yeasts and bacteria. Before embarking on her doctoral studies, she obtained a master’s degree in microbial biotechnology from the Faculty of Sciences of Sfax, Tunisia, where her research emphasized improving camel milk transformation using natural extracts of Moringa oleifera. This work enriched her skills in physicochemical and microbiological analyses of dairy products, optimization of coagulation processes, experimental cheese production, and evaluation of antioxidant and antibacterial properties. She also holds a bachelor’s degree in life sciences with a specialization in molecular and cellular biology and biotechnology, following her preparatory cycle in biology and geology. Fluent in Arabic, French, and English, with additional skills in Spanish, she is proficient in several scientific software tools, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SPSS, OriginLab, Xcalibur, and Chromeleon 7. Recognized for her rigor, organization, and analytical mindset, Nahed continues to contribute to innovative research in bioengineering and microbial sciences.

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Featured Publications 

Yousfi, N., Merbahi, N., Bouajila, J., Taillandier, P., & Debouba, M. (2025). Microbial fermentation assisted by pulsed electric fields, magnetic fields and cold atmospheric plasma: State of the art. Fermentation, 11(7), 417.

Zhaochun Li | Intelligent Material Systems And Control | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Zhaochun Li | Intelligent Material Systems And Control | Best Researcher Award

Nanjing Forestry University | China

Dr. Li is a distinguished professor in the College of Mechanical and Electronic Engineering at Nanjing Forestry University, where she has built a strong reputation for her pioneering work in intelligent material systems and advanced control techniques. Her academic journey and professional achievements reflect a deep commitment to innovation in engineering research, particularly in areas that address critical challenges in mechanical performance and structural reliability. With a primary focus on intelligent material systems, Dr. Li has explored how these innovative materials can be effectively integrated into modern engineering applications to enhance efficiency and adaptability. A major part of her research is dedicated to passive and active vibration control, an area that plays a crucial role in ensuring stability, safety, and precision in a wide range of engineering systems. By advancing methods to mitigate vibrations, her work contributes to improving structural durability and performance in both industrial and technological contexts. Over the course of her career, Dr. Li has authored more than 60 peer-reviewed journal articles, providing valuable insights and shaping discourse within her field. Her scholarly contributions not only strengthen academic understanding but also open pathways for practical applications, positioning her as a respected leader and innovator in engineering research.

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Featured Publication

Hou, M., Xu, X., Ouyang, Q., & Li, Z. (2025, September 30). Research on model predictive control of magnetorheological impact buffer system considering driver modeling. Engineering Research Express.

Zheng, Z., Zhan, J., Li, Z., Wang, Y., Xu, C., & Wang, X. (2025, September 15). Data-driven twisted string actuation for lightweight and compliant anthropomorphic dexterous hands. Biomimetics.

Zheng, J., Xu, C., Li, Z., Gu, C., Li, X., Li, Z., Li, Y., Lou, G., & Chen, Y. (2024). Growing bimetallic CoNi-MOF derivatives between MXene layers with hierarchically coral-like interfaces for enhanced electromagnetic wave absorption. Journal of Materials Chemistry A.

Zheng, J., Zhao, J., Wang, L., Li, Z., Dong, W., & E, S. (2022, November). Optimal control for soft-landing in elevator emergency crash using multiple magnetorheological shock absorbers. Journal of Intelligent Material Systems and Structures.

Zhang, J., Li, Z., & Liu, X. (2021, November 8). Intelligent tea-picking system based on active computer vision and Internet of Things. Security and Communication Networks.

Charlotte Cunningham-Rundles | Immunology | Best Research Article Award

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Dr. Charlotte Cunningham-Rundles | Immunology | Best Research Article Award

Mount Sinai School of Medicine | United States

Charlotte Cunningham-Rundles is the David S. Gottesman Professor in the Department of Medicine and Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at Mount Sinai Medical Center. She holds an M.D. from Columbia University and a Ph.D. in Immunology from New York University, building her career on the study of the pathogenesis, characterization, and treatment of human immune deficiency diseases. Trained as an internist with a long-standing pediatric appointment, she has devoted her professional life to bridging clinical practice and research in immunology. At Mount Sinai, she established the Primary Immune Deficiency Clinic, a major referral center for infants, children, and adults with suspected or confirmed immune deficiency disorders, attracting patients nationally and internationally. She is a co-founder of USIDNET, an NIH-supported research consortium affiliated with the Immune Deficiency Foundation, and serves as a member and treasurer of the IUIS Expert Committee on Primary Immune Deficiency. Her laboratory focuses on defects of human B cells, the most common genetic defects in immune disorders. She has extensively studied common variable immune deficiency (CVID), producing influential work on its demographics, immunologic parameters, and medical complications. Her recent investigations have advanced understanding of autoimmune and inflammatory conditions in CVID, revealing key insights into interferon signaling and innate immune dysregulation.

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Featured Publications 

"Common Variable Immunodeficiency Clinical Manifestations Are Shaped by Presence and Type of Heterozygous NFKB1 Variants"

"Disease diagnostics using machine learning of B cell and T cell receptor sequences"

"Gut IgA functionally interacts with systemic IgG to enhance antipneumococcal vaccine responses"

"Primary versus Secondary Immune Thrombocytopenia (ITP): A Meeting Report from the 2023 McMaster ITP Summit"

"Common variable immunodeficiency: autoimmune cytopenias and advances in molecular diagnosis"

Nisat Taslum Jhumur | Inorganic chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. Nisat Taslum Jhumur | Inorganic chemistry | Best Researcher Award 

BCSIR | Bangladesh

Nisat Taslum Jhumur is a dedicated chemist from the Department of Chemistry at Jahangirnagar University, Dhaka, Bangladesh. She holds both a Master’s and a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, with her specialization in inorganic chemistry. Throughout her academic journey, she has demonstrated strong research capabilities, achieving excellent academic results and actively contributing to the field of coordination and organometallic chemistry. Her Master’s thesis focused on the synthesis, spectroscopic characterization, and liquid crystallinity of various Nickel(II) complexes of substituted benzylidene hydrazides. This work allowed her to gain deep insights into synthesis strategies, spectroscopic methods, and phase transition studies of liquid crystalline compounds. She successfully synthesized and characterized multiple Nickel(II) complexes incorporating different alkoxy, fluoro, chloro, and nitro substituents, many of which exhibited nematic and smectic liquid crystalline phases. This experience strengthened her expertise in handling complex chemical systems and advanced analytical techniques. Beyond academic research, Nisat has also gained industrial exposure through an internship at Gonosasthyo Pharmaceuticals Ltd., where she observed practical applications of chemical principles in pharmaceutical production. Her professional interests span inorganic and coordination chemistry, organometallic compounds, materials chemistry, computational chemistry, organic chemistry, and biochemistry. With a strong academic background, research experience, and industrial training, Nisat aspires to contribute meaningfully to scientific advancements in chemistry while exploring innovative solutions to real-world challenges.

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Featured Publications 

"Ferromagnetically coupled tetranuclear Ni(ii)-2-oxy-aceto- or benzo-phenonate complexes"

"Synthesis and characterization of novel {N’-(fluoro/chloro/nitro)benzylidene}-3-(decyloxy)benzoylhydrazide nickel(II) complexes and mesogenic property"

"Cold and Liquid Crystal Properties of Square‐Planar Copper(II) Versus Nickel(II)‐ Iminophenolate/Naphthalen‐2‐Olate Schiff Base Complexes"

"Spatial distribution and hydrogeochemical evaluations of groundwater and its suitability for drinking and irrigation purposes in kaligonj upazila of satkhira district of Bangladesh"

"Syntheses, Spectroscopy, Thermal Analysis, Antioxidant Activity of Two Novel Schiff bases 3-(m-tolylimino)indolin-2-one and (E)-1- ((m-tolylimino)methyl)naphthalen-2-ol"