Yan Peng | Nanotheranostics | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Yan Peng | Nanotheranostics | Best Researcher Award

Vice Professor | Fuyang Normal University | China

Dr. Yan Peng is a dynamic molecular genetics researcher whose work centers on genetic testing, RNA imaging, and fluorogenic aptamer technologies. With a growing scholarly footprint reflected in 73 Scopus citations, 7 indexed documents, and an h-index of 5, her research advances innovative molecular tools for visualizing and quantifying RNA and protein interactions in living cellular environments. Her publication portfolio demonstrates a sustained commitment to high-impact research in analytical chemistry, nucleic acid engineering, and functional genomics. Dr. Yan Peng has contributed significantly to the development of RNA-based imaging platforms, notably pioneering strategies for in situ mRNA visualization through split aptamers and protein-based reporters. Her research extends into genetically encoded fluorogenic allosteric aptamers for live-cell RNA tracking, with articles featured in top-tier journals such as Analytical Chemistry, Analytica Chimica Acta, and Nucleic Acids Research. A notable dimension of her work involves the design of organelle-targeted fluorogen-activating aptamers, enabling precise spatial mapping of endogenous RNA molecules within complex biological systems. Additionally, she has collaborated on influential studies exploring RNA-guided PROTAC activation and functional retention in frame-shifted proteins, contributing new insights to the fields of RNA biology and protein engineering. Dr. Yan Peng has secured multiple competitive research grants as Principal Investigator, including national, provincial, and institutional funding supporting advancements in molecular diagnostics, RNA imaging technologies, and interdisciplinary medical research. Her funded projects span initiatives from the Ministry of Education’s Industry–University Collaborative Education Program and several Anhui Province scientific research programs, collectively amounting to substantial support for her expanding research endeavors. Her contributions reflect strong innovation in nucleic acid engineering, live-cell imaging methodologies, and translational molecular technologies. Dr. Yan Peng’s work continues to shape emerging directions in genetic testing, RNA visualization, and molecular analytical systems, establishing her as an influential scholar within the molecular genetics and biomedical research community.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID

Featured Publications

1. Peng, Y., Ai, X. L., Yuan, Y. Y., Dong, J., Cui, X., Du, F., Huang, X., & Tang, Z. (2022). Organelle-targeted imaging based on fluorogen-activating RNA aptamers in living cells. Analytica Chimica Acta, 1209, 339816. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aca.2022.339816

2. Peng, Y., Huang, X., Huang, T. F., Du, F., Cui, X., & Tang, Z. (2022). Combining protein and RNA quantification to evaluate promoter activity by using dual-color fluorescent reporting systems. Bioscience Reports, 41(9), BSR20211525. https://doi.org/10.1042/BSR20211525

3. Xu, Y., Fu, D. Q., Yuan, Y., Peng, Y., Dong, J., Du, F., Huang, X., Liu, G. X., Chen, X. H., Wang, Q. W., & Tang, Z. (2023). A heterobifunctional molecule recruits cereblon to an RNA scaffold and activates its PROTAC function. Cell Reports Physical Science, 3(10), 101064. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.xcrp.2023.101064

4. Huang, X., Chen, R., Sun, M. L., Peng, Y., Pu, Q. L., Yuan, Y., Chen, G. Y., Dong, J., Du, F., Cui, X., & Tang, Z. (2021). Frame-shifted proteins of a given gene retain the same function. Nucleic Acids Research, 48(8), 4396–4404. https://doi.org/10.1093/nar/gkaa169

5. Huang, X., Zhao, Y. Y., Pu, Q. L., Liu, G. X., Peng, Y., Wang, F., Chen, G. Y., Sun, M. L., Du, F., Cui, X., & Tang, Z. (2020). Intracellular selection of trans-cleaving hammerhead ribozymes. Nucleic Acids Research, 47(5), 2514–2522. https://doi.org/10.1093/nar/gky1191

Xueliang Wang | Nanosensors and Actuators | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Xueliang Wang | Nanosensors and Actuators | Research Excellence Award

 Professor | Heze University | China

Prof. Xueliang Wang is a highly cited researcher in the field of electroanalytical chemistry and biosensor technology, with 838 citations, 64 publications, and an h-index of 16. His research focuses on the design, fabrication, and application of advanced electrochemical sensors and biosensors, with significant contributions to detecting DNA hybridization, DNA damage, enzymes, antibiotics, catecholamines, and various biomolecules. A major part of his scientific work involves creating nano-engineered biointerfaces using innovative materials such as Fe@Fe₂O₃ core–shell nanostructures, Au–Pt alloy nanoparticles, carbon nanotubes, nanozirconia, graphene hybrids, and conductive polymer films. These advanced interfaces significantly enhance sensitivity, selectivity, and electron-transfer performance in biosensors. His research has delivered new strategies for sequence-specific DNA detection, toxicity assessment, antioxidant evaluation, and hydrogen peroxide sensing, contributing valuable methods for biomedical analysis, food safety, and environmental monitoring. Prof. Xueliang Wang has published extensively in high-impact journals, including Biosensors and Bioelectronics, Analytica Chimica Acta, Electrochimica Acta, Sensors and Actuators B, and Electroanalysis, where his studies have been recognized for pioneering approaches to nano-enabled sensing platforms. His works often integrate characterization tools such as SEM, TEM, XRD, CV, DPV, EIS, and UV-Vis spectroscopy to explore molecular interactions and biosensing mechanisms. He has played leading roles in multiple National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) projects, including the development of electrochemical DNA biosensors, transgene detection systems, antioxidant activity sensors, and LAMP-assisted sensing technologies. His leadership in these projects reflects his strong expertise in R&D, nanomaterial-based sensor development, and interdisciplinary analytical innovation. Prof. Xueliang Wang’s scientific contributions have earned him prestigious recognitions such as the Heze Youth Science and Technology Award and the Shandong Outstanding Scientific Achievement Award. He also contributes to the research community through peer-review activities, collaborative projects, and continuous innovation in biosensor technology, establishing him as a respected figure in analytical chemistry and nanomaterials-based sensor research.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID | ResearchGate | Sci Profiles | Scilit

Featured Publications

1. Li, H., Gao, X., Wang, T., Shi, Z., Bai, J., Wang, Z., & Wang, X. (2025, October 22). NiMoO4 nanosheets through co-doping of AlMnFe engineering for enhanced bifunctional electrochemical catalysis for overall water splitting. Fuel, 406. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fuel.2025.137223

2. Zou, N., Li, X., Xu, M., Wang, Z., Zhang, J., & Wang, X. (2025, June 23). Selectivity optimization of real-time and continuous sensing of endogenous H2S in biological fluids. Microchimica Acta, 192(7), 1–14. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00604-025-07298-4

3. Sun, Y., Wang, X., & Lee, H. L. (2025, June 16). Fabrication of sustainable ternary magnetic BiOCl/BiOBr/CuFe2O4 heterostructures for degradation of tetracycline. Langmuir, 41(25), 16073–16089. https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.langmuir.5c01184

4. Meng, F., Li, X., Zou, N., & Wang, X. (2025, May 6). Protein profiling by nanopore-based technology. Analytical Chemistry, 97(19), 10110–10125. https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.analchem.5c00992

5. Li, H., Gao, X., Zheng, S., Li, J., Wang, Z., Shi, Z., Bai, J., & Wang, X. (2025, March 3). Preparation of Fe(OH)3/Ni3S2/NiS heterostructure on an iron nickel foam as long-life trifunctional electrocatalysts for seawater and urea splitting. Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 1020. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jallcom.2025.179554

Agbaje Lateef | Nanobiotechnology | Outstanding Scientist Award

Prof. Agbaje Lateef | Nanobiotechnology | Outstanding Scientist Award

Professor | Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) | Nigeria

Prof. Agbaje Lateef is a globally recognized scholar in Industrial Microbiology, Biotechnology, and Nanobiotechnology, distinguished for his pioneering contributions to green nanotechnology and microbial valorization. With an exceptional research impact reflected in over 5,201 Scopus citations, 128 documents, 46 h-index, more than 160 peer-reviewed publications, influential book contributions, and multiple editorial roles, he ranks among the top 2% scientists globally (Elsevier–Stanford). His research has significantly advanced biogenic synthesis of metallic and metal-oxide nanoparticles, establishing cost-effective, eco-friendly approaches using microbial systems, agro-wastes, enzymes, and plant-based materials. These innovations contribute to diverse applications spanning biomedicine, environmental remediation, agriculture, water treatment, catalysis, and circular bioeconomy. He has demonstrated impactful findings on nanoparticle-enabled antimicrobial, antioxidant, anticancer, anticoagulant, larvicidal, antidiabetic, and nanofertilizer functions, offering transformative solutions for health, agriculture, and industry. A leading figure in Nigeria’s nanotechnology landscape, Prof. Agbaje Lateef is the Head of the Nanotechnology Research Group (NANO+), which has produced high-impact research outputs and consistently hosted national workshops and conferences since 2017. His scientometric studies have mapped Nigeria’s nanotechnology progress, shaping national visibility and research direction. His scholarly contributions include serving as Lead Editor of the authoritative book Microbial Nanobiotechnology: Principles and Applications (Springer, 2021), and co-editor of Microbiome and Nano-Cross-Talk: Sustainable Agriculture and Beyond (Elsevier, 2024). He has developed novel nanomaterials for wastewater treatment, corrosion inhibition, biomedical applications, and enhanced crop productivity. Prof. Agbaje Lateef’s work is supported by competitive national research grants, enabling breakthroughs in valorization of keratinous wastes, nanobiopesticides, nano-enabled aquaculture, and nanoparticle-mediated disease management. His research recognitions include prestigious awards for scholarly excellence and sustained global impact. He also provides extensive service as reviewer, editorial board member, and contributor to high-impact journals. Prof. Agbaje Lateef stands as a leading voice in advancing sustainable nanobiotechnology and shaping the future of microbial-based nanomaterial innovation.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID | Google Scholar | ResearchGate | Web of Science | ScholarGPS | Exaly | Research Group Website 

Featured Publications

1. Adelere, I. A., & Lateef, A. (2016). A novel approach to the green synthesis of metallic nanoparticles: The use of agro-wastes, enzymes and pigments. Nanotechnology Reviews, 5(6), 567–587. https://doi.org/10.1515/ntrev-2016-0024

2. Lateef, A., Azeez, M. A., Asafa, T. B., Yekeen, T. A., Akinboro, A., Oladipo, I. C., Azeez, L., Ajibade, S. E., Ojo, S. A., Gueguim-Kana, E. B., & Beukes, L. S. (2016). Biogenic synthesis of silver nanoparticles using a pod extract of Cola nitida: Antibacterial, antioxidant activities and application as a paint additive. Journal of Taibah University for Science, 10(4), 551–562. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jtusci.2015.10.010

3. Lateef, A., Adelere, I. A., Gueguim-Kana, E. B., Asafa, T. B., & Beukes, L. S. (2015). Green synthesis of silver nanoparticles using keratinase obtained from a strain of Bacillus safensis LAU 13. International Nano Letters, 5(1), 29–35. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40089-014-0133-4

4. Gueguim Kana, E. B., Oloke, J. K., Lateef, A., & Adesiyan, M. O. (2012). Modeling and optimization of biogas production on saw dust and other co-substrates using artificial neural network and genetic algorithm. Renewable Energy, 46, 276–281. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.renene.2012.03.027

5. Lateef, A., Oloke, J. K., Gueguim Kana, E. B., Oyeniyi, S. O., Onifade, O. R., Oyeleye, A. O., Oladosu, O. C., & Oyelami, A. O. (2008). Improving the quality of agro-wastes by solid-state fermentation: Enhanced antioxidant activities and nutritional qualities. Biotechnology Letters, 24, 2369–2374. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10529-008-9795-4

Pradeep Kumar | Nanosensors and Actuators | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Pradeep Kumar | Nanosensors and Actuators | Best Researcher Award

Product Development Lead | Strentex Innovations Ltd | Serbia

Dr. Pradeep Kumar is an accomplished researcher in nanotechnology, semiconductor devices, microelectronics, and emerging wearable electronics, with strong contributions spanning advanced materials, sustainable sensors, and flexible device engineering. His work bridges foundational material science with real-world applications in health monitoring, energy harvesting, and responsible electronics. With 276 Scopus citations, 29 indexed publications, and an h-index of 8, he maintains an impactful and steadily growing research record. Dr. Pradeep Kumar has authored 45+ peer-reviewed journal and conference papers, including publications in high-impact Q1 journals such as Journal of Energy Storage, Advanced Sustainable Systems, Surfaces and Interfaces, Nanomaterials, and Molecules. His research outputs cover 2D-materials-based sensors, MXene/graphene hybrid systems, CO₂ and VOC gas sensing, optoelectronic thin films, transparent electrodes, wearable supercapacitors, organic LEDs, and semiconductor device modeling. He has also contributed multiple book chapters with Springer Nature and IOP Publishing. His research portfolio includes the development of textile-integrated biosensors, flexible pH and electrolyte sensors, textile supercapacitors, and energy-harvesting nanogenerators, supported by advanced material synthesis, micro/nanofabrication, and device characterization. He is the inventor of a U.S. provisional patent on a sustainable textile-based piezoelectric energy harvester utilizing agricultural waste materials. Dr. Pradeep Kumar has played key roles in European and institutional research projects, including serving as a Principal Investigator and contributing to Horizon-funded research. His contributions extend to research mentoring, proposal development, and interdisciplinary collaboration across Europe and Asia. He has received several recognitions, including the Young Scientist Award, Best Paper Award (IEEE), and multiple academic merit and research assistantship fellowships. Dr. Pradeep Kumar is an active reviewer for reputable journals (RSC, Springer, Taylor & Francis, SAGE, IET) and has editorial experience in IEEE conference proceedings. His technical leadership and sustained contributions position him as a notable researcher in flexible electronics, nanomaterials, and semiconductor device engineering.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID | Google Scholar | Sci Profiles | IEEE Xplore

Featured Publications

1. Junaid, M., Khir, M. H., Witjaksono, G., Tansu, N., Saheed, M. S. M., & Kumar, P., … (2020). Boron-doped reduced graphene oxide with tunable bandgap and enhanced surface plasmon resonance. Molecules, 25(16), 3646.

2. Gupta, M., Hawari, H. F., Kumar, P., Burhanudin, Z. A., & Tansu, N. (2021). Functionalized reduced graphene oxide thin films for ultrahigh CO₂ gas sensing performance at room temperature. Nanomaterials, 11(3), 623.

3. Junaid, M., Md Khir, M. H., Witjaksono, G., Ullah, Z., Tansu, N., Saheed, M. S. M., & Kumar, P., … (2020). A review on graphene-based light emitting functional devices. Molecules, 25(18), 4217.

4. Kumar, P., Woon, K. L., Wong, W. S., Saheed, M. S. M., & Burhanudin, Z. A. (2019). Hybrid film of single-layer graphene and carbon nanotube as transparent conductive electrode for organic light emitting diode. Synthetic Metals, 257, 116186.

5. Gupta, M., Hawari, H. F., Kumar, P., & Burhanudin, Z. A. (2022). Copper oxide/functionalized graphene hybrid nanostructures for room temperature gas sensing applications. Crystals, 12(2), 264.

Rahimeh Eshaghi Malekshah | Inorganic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Rahimeh Eshaghi Malekshah | Inorganic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Post Doctoral | Kaohsiung Medical University | Taiwan

Dr. Rahimeh Eshaghi Malekshah is an accomplished inorganic and bioinorganic chemist whose multidisciplinary research spans coordination chemistry, nanomedicine, computational chemistry, environmental remediation, and advanced biomaterials. With 1,567+ citations, 73 publications, and an h-index of 23, she has made significant contributions to the design, synthesis, and application of metal complexes, nanostructures, and functional materials for biomedical and environmental applications. Her research prominently focuses on transition-metal complexes, including Cu, Zn, Ru, Pd, and Co systems, exploring their structural properties, biological mechanisms, anticancer potential, and NO-releasing behavior. She has extensively advanced studies on Schiff-base ligands, thiourea derivatives, β-diketones, β-thioketoiminates, and organometallic frameworks, integrating both experimental and theoretical approaches such as DFT, MD simulations, Monte Carlo modeling, ADMET prediction, and molecular docking. Dr. Rahimeh Eshaghi Malekshah’s impactful work includes the development of bioactive nanoparticles, chitosan/biopolymer-based drug delivery systems, hydrogels, and novel scaffolds for wound healing and tissue engineering. She has also authored widely cited studies on MOFs, COFs, LDHs, magnetic nanocomposites, and photocatalysts for pollutant degradation, heavy-metal removal, and water purification. Her contributions in environmental chemistry encompass adsorption mechanisms, photodegradation kinetics, and simulation-driven material optimization. She has been recognized with awards including the Poster Paper Excellence Award (2024) and holds a patent on nanozeolite-based nicotine removal formulations. Dr. Rahimeh Eshaghi Malekshah is a reviewer for leading journals such as Desalination, Transition Metal Chemistry, Scientific Reports, and ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, and contributes editorially to several scientific platforms. Her substantial volume of high-quality publications, research leadership, and collaborations across international institutions highlight her as a highly productive scientist whose work bridges inorganic chemistry with biomedical innovation, environmental sustainability, and computational material science.

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Featured Publications

1. Moharramnejad, M., Ehsani, A., Shahi, M., Gharanli, S., Saremi, H., … (2023). MOF as nanoscale drug delivery devices: Synthesis and recent progress in biomedical applications. Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology, 81, 104285.

2. Pelalak, R., Soltani, R., Heidari, Z., Malekshah, R. E., Aallaei, M., Marjani, A., … (2021). Molecular dynamics simulation of novel diamino-functionalized hollow mesosilica spheres for adsorption of dyes from synthetic wastewater. Journal of Molecular Liquids, 322, 114812.

3. Malekshah, R. E., Shakeri, F., Khaleghian, A., & Salehi, M. (2020). Developing a biopolymeric chitosan supported Schiff-base and Cu(II), Ni(II) and Zn(II) complexes and biological evaluation as pro-drug. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 152, 846–861.

4. Haounati, R., Ighnih, H., Malekshah, R. E., Alahiane, S., Alakhras, F., Alabbad, E., … (2023). Exploring ZnO/Montmorillonite photocatalysts for the removal of hazardous RhB dye: A combined study using molecular dynamics simulations and experiments. Materials Today Communications, 35, 105915.

5. Salahshoori, I., Golriz, M., Nobre, M. A. L., Mahdavi, S., Malekshah, R. E., … (2024). Simulation-based approaches for drug delivery systems: Navigating advancements, opportunities, and challenges. Journal of Molecular Liquids, 395, 123888.

Abrar Hussain | Nanosensors and Actuators | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Abrar Hussain | Nanosensors and Actuators | Best Researcher Award

Research Assistant | Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute | South Korea

Mr. Abrar Hussain is an emerging researcher in advanced nanomaterials, environmental chemistry, electrochemical sensing, and biomedical materials, with a growing scholarly footprint evidenced by 61 Scopus citations, 16 publications, and an h-index of 6. His research spans the design, synthesis, and application of functional nanomaterials, polymeric hydrogels, fluorescent probes, and heterocyclic compounds for environmental monitoring, pollutant remediation, and biomedical diagnostics. His contributions include pioneering work in machine-learning-assisted pollutant detection, development of electrochemical platforms for micro/nanoplastics and heavy-metal sensing, and the creation of smart fluorescent sensors for trace molecule detection. He has also advanced the integration of 2D materials-such as graphene, MoS₂, MXene, and phosphorene-into nanocomposite hydrogels for drug delivery, regenerative medicine, and analytical applications. His research findings are published in leading Q1 international journals, including Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering, Chemosphere, European Polymer Journal, Microchemical Journal, and International Journal of Biological Macromolecules. Mr. Abrar Hussain has served as first author or co-first author on multiple high-impact papers, contributing significantly to conceptualization, methodology, data curation, and scientific writing. He has authored a book chapter on persistent organic pollutants and is actively contributing to several manuscripts currently under review in high-impact journals such as Water Research, Macromolecular Bioscience, and International Journal of Hydrogen Energy. He has demonstrated strong engagement with the global research community through conference presentations, poster contributions, and organizational roles at international scientific events. His scientific excellence has been recognized through prestigious honors, including the Best Researcher of the Year Award (2024) and multiple research achievement awards from KAERI. Mr. Abrar Hussain’s research continues to contribute to innovations in environmental sustainability, biomaterials engineering, molecular sensing technologies, and advanced analytical approaches, positioning him as a promising and impactful young researcher in the field.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID | Google Scholar | ResearchGate | Web of Science

Featured Publications

1. Saleem, M., Hussain, A., Rauf, M., Khan, S. U., Haider, S., Hanif, M., & Rafiq, M. (2025). Ratiometric fluorescence and chromogenic probe for trace detection of selected transition metals. Journal of Fluorescence, 35(3), 1841–1853.

2. Shahzad, K., Hasan, A., Naqvi, S. K. H., Parveen, S., Hussain, A., Ko, K. C., & Park, S. H. (2025). Recent advances and factors affecting the adsorption of nano/microplastics by magnetic biochar. Chemosphere, 370, 143936.

3. Hussain, A., Raza, M. A., Shahzad, K., Ko, K. C., Han, S. S., & Park, S. H. (2024). Integration of molybdenum disulfide and phosphorene into polymeric-based nanocomposite hydrogels for various biomedical applications: Recent advances and future prospects. European Polymer Journal, 218, 113347.

4. Saleem, M., Hussain, A., Khan, S. U., Haider, S., Lee, K. H., & Park, S. H. (2025). Symmetrical ligand’s fabricated porous silicon surface-based photoluminescence sensor for metal detection and entrapment. Journal of Fluorescence, 35(5), 2749–2762.

5. Saleem, M., Hussain, A., Hanif, M., Ahmad, H., Khan, S. U., Haider, S., Rafiq, M., & … (2025). Synthesis, in vitro cytotoxic activity and optical analysis of substituted Schiff base derivatives. Journal of Fluorescence, 35(6), 3981–3989.

Vembakam Vijayakanth | Nanomagnetism | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Vembakam Vijayakanth | Nanomagnetism | Best Researcher Award

Assistant professor | Mohan Babu University | India

Dr. Vembakam Vijayakanth is an emerging researcher in advanced magnetic nanomaterials, with impactful contributions spanning magnetic hyperthermia, electrochemical energy storage, photocatalysis, and multifunctional nanocomposites. His research primarily focuses on the synthesis, engineering, and application of magnetic nanoparticles, core–shell structures, rare-earth oxides, 2D materials, and spinel ferrites for biomedical, environmental, and energy-based technologies. With 19 research articles, 4 review papers, and a book chapter in internationally recognized journals, his works explore surfactant-mediated nanoparticle engineering, cytotoxicity studies, ligand-exchange mechanisms, energy-storage behavior, and photocatalytic degradation pathways. His findings on CoFe₂O₄ nanoparticles, doped spinel ferrites, and rGO/MWCNT-based nanocomposites demonstrate enhanced supercapacitor performance, efficient hyperthermia heating, and effective wastewater purification. These contributions highlight his consistent focus on bridging material synthesis with real-world functional applications. Dr. Vembakam Vijayakanth has achieved a strong scientific footprint with 922+ citations, 27 Scopus-indexed documents, and an h-index of 18, reflecting the influence and global reach of his research. His review works on dispersant effects in hyperthermia, CaFe₂O₄ nanoscience, Zn-based supercapacitor materials, and AFe₂O₄ nanoparticles are widely referenced in the nanoscience community. He has been recognized with multiple research awards, including the Indo Asian Young Scientist Award, Inspiring Senior Research Fellow Award, and Excellent Research Award. His research contributions extend to R&D instrumentation expertise, covering electrochemical workstations, AFM, XRD, Raman spectroscopy, magnetic hyperthermia systems, and photocatalytic reactors. Dr. Vembakam Vijayakanth actively contributes to scientific peer review as a reviewer for journals such as Journal of Inorganic and Organometallic Polymers and Materials, Energy Storage, and InSc International Journal. He has also participated in notable international conferences and workshops related to nanoscience and material characterization, further establishing his presence in the global research community.

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Featured Publications

1. Manohar, A., Vijayakanth, V., Vattikuti, S. V. P., & Kim, K. H. (2022). A mini-review on AFe₂O₄ (A = Zn, Mg, Mn, Co, Cu, and Ni) nanoparticles: Photocatalytic, magnetic hyperthermia and cytotoxicity study. Materials Chemistry and Physics, 286, 126117.

2. Manohar, A., Vijayakanth, V., & Kim, K. H. (2021). Influence of Ca doping on ZnFe₂O₄ nanoparticles: Magnetic hyperthermia and cytotoxicity study. Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 886, 161276.

3. Manohar, A., Vijayakanth, V., Pallavolu, M. R., & Kim, K. H. (2021). Effects of Ni-substitution on structural, magnetic hyperthermia, photocatalytic and cytotoxicity properties of MgFe₂O₄ nanoparticles. Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 879, 160515.

4. Manohar, A., Vijayakanth, V., Vattikuti, S. V. P., & Kim, K. H. (2022). Synthesis and characterization of Mg²⁺ substituted MnFe₂O₄ nanoparticles for supercapacitor applications. Ceramics International, 48(20), 30695–30703.

5. Manohar, A., Vijayakanth, V., & Hong, R. (2020). Solvothermal reflux synthesis of NiFe₂O₄ nanocrystals: Dielectric and magnetic hyperthermia properties. Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics, 31(1), 799–806.

Rami Ahmad El-Nabulsi | Nanophotonics and Nanoelectronics | NanoPhotonics Pioneer Award

Prof. Dr. Rami Ahmad El-Nabulsi | Nanophotonics and Nanoelectronics | NanoPhotonics Pioneer Award

Professor | Czech Education and Scientific Network(CESNET) | Czech Republic

Prof. Dr. Rami Ahmad El-Nabulsi is a highly distinguished theoretical physicist and applied mathematician whose research profoundly influences modern science and engineering. With 4,926+ citations, 278 indexed documents, an h-index of 36, and over 390 peer-reviewed journal publications, he is internationally recognized for pioneering advanced mathematical frameworks that transform the understanding of nonlinear, fractal, and nonlocal physical systems. His research portfolio spans nonlinear quantum dynamics, fractal and fractional physics, geometrical mechanics, quantum field theory, solid-state physics, superconductivity, nanostructures, plasma physics, MHD, cosmology, seismology, nuclear engineering, ocean–atmosphere dynamics, astrophysics, biophysics, and computational modeling. He has developed influential theoretical models, including fractional action-like variational principles, nonlocal and fractal electrodynamics, nonstandard Hamiltonian systems, generalized Schrödinger equations, fractal bioheat transfer models, fractional diffusion systems, and nonlocal fluid, plasma, and wave equations. These contributions have advanced scientific understanding across quantum systems, material behavior, transport processes, and cosmic phenomena. His interdisciplinary impact is evident through notable formulations on quantum wells, superconducting transitions, Chern–Simons cosmology, black-hole thermodynamics, fractal thermodynamics, nonlinear wave propagation, and complex dynamical systems. His research is widely cited and extensively applied in current theoretical and applied physics studies. Prof. Dr. Rami Ahmad El-Nabulsi has published in leading journals such as Chaos, Solitons & Fractals, Modern Physics Letters A, Acta Mechanica, Advances in Space Research, Physica A/B/C/E, Journal of the Royal Society Interface, Fusion Science and Technology, and the European Physical Journal. His consistent presence in high-impact outlets highlights the global significance of his scientific contributions. He is also widely respected for his scientific service, acting as a reviewer for over 250 international journals and serving on the editorial boards of more than 40 journals. His excellence is reflected through recognitions such as inclusion among the Top 2% Scientists worldwide (2021, 2022) and multiple international research awards. Overall, PProf. Dr. Rami Ahmad El-Nabulsi’s prolific research, innovation, and global influence position him as one of the most impactful scientists in theoretical physics and applied mathematics today.

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Featured Publications

1. El-Nabulsi, R. A., & Anukool, W. (2026). Nielsen-Olesen vortex in quantum chromodynamics (QCD) string from a new symmetric potential perspective. European Physics Journal P.

2. El-Nabulsi, R. A. (2026). A fractal cylindrical model for magnetic field lines in the TEXTOR dynamic divertor ergodic map. Fusion Science and Technology, 1–34.

3. El-Nabulsi, R. A., Anukool, W., Valarmathi, R., & Thangaraj, C. (2026). Stability and chaos in nonstandard Hamiltonian planetary dynamics. Chaos, Solitons & Fractals, 202, 117410.

4. El-Nabulsi, R. A., & Anukool, W. (2026). A fractal electrochemical porous model for lithium-ion batteries. Journal of Energy Storage, 141, 118960.

5. El-Nabulsi, R. A., & Anukool, W. (2026). Helmholtz and Lienard-type oscillators from nonstandard Lagrangians. Vietnam Journal of Mechanics.

Arulmozhi Rajaram | Nanomaterials for Energy | Women Researcher Award

Dr. Arulmozhi Rajaram | Nanomaterials for Energy | Women Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | SRM Institute of Science and Technology | India

Dr. Arulmozhi Rajaram is an accomplished researcher in organic chemistry and nanomaterials, with strong contributions spanning photocatalysis, energy materials, perovskites, quantum dots, molecular sensors, supercapacitors, and biomedical nanotechnology. With 1,342+ Scopus citations, 67 publications, and an h-index of 20, her research impact continues to grow across interdisciplinary domains. Her scholarly work extensively explores 2D materials, heterojunction photocatalysts, boron nitride quantum dots, double perovskites, metal–organic frameworks, and multifunctional carbon nanomaterials for applications in wastewater remediation, hydrogen production, electrocatalysis, photoluminescence, and environmental sensing. She has published high-impact research in leading Q1 and Q2 journals, including ACS Applied Nano Materials, Langmuir, Ceramics International, Environmental Research, RSC Advances, Diamond & Related Materials, Surfaces and Interfaces, Journal of Water Process Engineering, and many others. Her research portfolio includes over 70 peer-reviewed journal articles, multiple international conference presentations, and book chapters on green nanotechnology, metal complexes, anticancer agents, and catalytic materials. A notable contribution includes work on interface-engineered g-C3N4-based heterostructures, advanced perovskite phosphors, and molecularly imprinted sensors, which advance sustainable energy and environmental technologies. She has demonstrated strong leadership in research projects and international collaborations, including projects funded under the SATU Joint Research Scheme, and co-investigator roles with researchers from the University of Malaya and National Taipei University of Technology on cutting-edge work in photocatalysts, nanobio-hybrids, and perovskite solar cells. Her innovative capabilities are further reflected in her published patent on a nanofluidic drug-delivery system, highlighting her contributions to translational nanotechnology. Dr. Arulmozhi Rajaram has earned numerous Best Paper Awards and institutional recognitions for research excellence at national and international levels, underscoring her sustained impact in chemical sciences and nanomaterials research. She has also guided multiple Ph.D., PG, and UG research projects, contributing significantly to research training and capacity building in advanced materials science.

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Featured Publications

1. Ganesan, K., Jothi, V. K., Natarajan, A., Rajaram, A., Ravichandran, S., & Others. (2020). Green synthesis of copper oxide nanoparticles decorated with graphene oxide for anticancer activity and catalytic applications. Arabian Journal of Chemistry, 13(8), 6802–6814.

2. Kumar, J. V., Ajarem, J. S., Allam, A. A., Manikandan, V., R. Arulmozhi, R., & Abirami, N. (2022). Construction of SnO₂/g-C₃N₄ an effective nanocomposite for photocatalytic degradation of amoxicillin and pharmaceutical effluent. Environmental Research, 209, 112809.

3. Leelavathi, H., Muralidharan, R., Abirami, N., Tamizharasan, S., Sankeetha, S., R.Arulmozhi & Others. (2023). Construction of step-scheme g-C₃N₄/Co/ZnO heterojunction photocatalyst for aerobic photocatalytic degradation of synthetic wastewater. Colloids and Surfaces A: Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects, 656, 130449.

4. Kumar, J. V., Kavitha, G., Arulmozhi, R., Arul, V., Singaravadivel, S., & Others. (2021). Green sources derived carbon dots for multifaceted applications. Journal of Fluorescence, 31(4), 915–932.

5. Leelavathi, H., Abirami, N., Muralidharan, R., Kavitha, H. P., Tamizharasan, S., R. Arulmozhi & Others. (2021). Sunlight-assisted degradation of textile pollutants and phytotoxicity evaluation using mesoporous ZnO/g-C₃N₄ catalyst. RSC Advances, 11(43), 26800–26812.

Mizraim Bessa | Computational Nanotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Mizraim Bessa | Computational Nanotechnology | Best Researcher Award

PhD Candidate | Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte | Brazil

Mr. Mizraim Bessa is a Ph.D. candidate in Physics at the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil, whose research integrates computational solid-state physics and nanomaterials science. His work emphasizes two-dimensional (2D) materials, particularly boron–carbon–nitrogen (BxCyNz) structures, exploring their mechanical, electronic, optical, and dynamical properties through advanced computational simulations. His publications in leading journals such as Diamond and Related Materials, Computational Materials Science, Physica E, and Chemical Physics Letters (2025) reflect significant contributions to the understanding of azugraphene-like structures, monolayer strain engineering, and penta-graphene nanoscrolls. These works collectively advance knowledge in low-dimensional materials design, quantum-mechanical behavior, and structure–property correlations under various strain and defect conditions. Mr. Mizraim Bessa’s research employs density functional theory (DFT) and molecular dynamics (MD) simulations using tools such as SIESTA, LAMMPS, and VMD, supported by extensive data analysis and visualization. His theoretical insights contribute to the development of next-generation nanostructures for optoelectronic, energy, and sensor applications. With 7 citations, 4 research documents, and an h-index of 1 on Scopus, he has demonstrated growing international visibility in computational nanoscience. His active participation in international conferences and workshops, including the IUPAP Conference on Computational Physics (2025) and training on PERTURBO and electronic-structure simulations, showcases his engagement in the global research community. Mr. Mizraim Bessa’s ongoing studies focus on simulation-driven materials design and machine learning-assisted materials prediction, highlighting his innovative approach to R&D in nanomaterials. His scholarly record, supported by CAPES and CNPq-funded projects, positions him as a promising emerging researcher contributing to the advancement of theoretical and computational materials physics.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID | Google Scholar 

Featured Publications

1. Bessa, M., Azevedo, S., Dias, A. C., & Machado, L. D. (2025). Structural, electronic, and optical properties of inorganic and hybrid fullerene networks. Chemical Physics Letters, 861, 141839. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cplett.2024.141839

2. Bessa, M., De Medeiros Dantas, D. G., Da Silva Gomes, D., Pereira Jr., M. L., & Machado, L. D. (2025). Mechanical strength and strain-induced optical shifts in monolayer azugraphene. Computational Materials Science, 258, 114087. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.commatsci.2025.114087

3. Bessa, M., Machado, L. D., & Azevedo, S. (2025). Structural, electronic, dynamical, and optical properties of inorganic and hybrid azugraphene-like structures. Diamond and Related Materials, 159, 112882. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.diamond.2025.112882

4. Paupitz, R., Fonseca, A. F., Bessa, M., Fabris, G. S. L., Da Cunha, W. F., & others. (2025). A concise review of recently synthesized 2D carbon allotropes: Amorphous carbon, graphynes, biphenylene and fullerene networks. arXiv preprint arXiv:2509.01877. https://arxiv.org/abs/2509.01877

5. Bessa, M., Azevedo, D. L., & Machado, L. D. (2025). Structure, energetics, and dynamics of penta-graphene nanoscrolls. Physica E: Low-dimensional Systems and Nanostructures, 173, 116321. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.physe.2025.116321