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Ms. Cherie Gautam | Mathematical modeling | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Cherie Gautam | Mathematical modeling | Best Researcher Award

Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Lucknow | India
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Gautam, C., & Verma, M. (2025). Mitigating atmospheric carbon dioxide through ocean-based carbon capture technologies: A delay mathematical model. The European Physical Journal Plus, 140, 943.

Prof. Malte Henkel | Innovative Leadership | Excellence in Research

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Prof. Malte Henkel | Innovative Leadership | Excellence in Research

LPCT, Universite de Lorraine Nancy | France

Professor Malte Henkel is a distinguished theoretical physicist renowned for his pioneering contributions to non-equilibrium statistical mechanics, dynamical symmetries, and conformal field theory. He earned his Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Bonn in 1987, where his dissertation received the highest distinction and the prestigious Germano-Israeli Minerva Prize. Following extensive postdoctoral research at leading institutions including Weizmann Institute, Paris-Saclay, Oxford, and Geneva, he joined the Université de Lorraine, Nancy, as Professor of Theoretical Physics in 1995, where he now serves as PRCE2, the highest academic rank in France. His work has significantly advanced understanding of non-equilibrium criticality, local scale-invariance, reaction-diffusion processes, and infinite-dimensional Lie algebras. Professor Henkel has authored over 142 scientific papers, 50 conference proceedings, and several public science articles, amassing 8,271 citations and an h-index of 44 (as of October 2025). He has led numerous international collaborations and projects, including the ANR UNIOPEN program (2022–2026), and received awards such as the 2008 Best Teaching Prize for his Franco-German integrated physics program. His ongoing research explores non-equilibrium representations of dynamical symmetries, quantum dynamics, and fractional growth models, bridging mathematical physics with applications in complex systems and interdisciplinary science.

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Featured Publications

Henkel, M., Hinrichsen, H., & Lübeck, S. (2008). Non-equilibrium phase transitions: Vol. 1. Absorbing phase transitions. Springer.

Henkel, M. (2013). Conformal invariance and critical phenomena. Springer Science & Business Media.

Alcaraz, F. C., Droz, M., Henkel, M., & Rittenberg, V. (1994). Reaction-diffusion processes, critical dynamics, and quantum chains. Annals of Physics, 230(2), 250–302.

Henkel, M., & Pleimling, M. (2010). Non-equilibrium phase transitions: Vol. 2. Ageing and dynamical scaling far from equilibrium. Springer.

Henkel, M. (1994). Schrödinger invariance and strongly anisotropic critical systems. Journal of Statistical Physics, 75(5), 1023–1061.

Henkel, M., & Schütz, G. (1988). Finite-lattice extrapolation algorithms. Journal of Physics A: Mathematical and General, 21(11), 2617–2633.

Henkel, M. (2002). Phenomenology of local scale invariance: From conformal invariance to dynamical scaling. Nuclear Physics B, 641(3), 405–486.

Mr. Joel Mubiru | Decision-making and Problem-solving | Excellence in Leadership and Management Award

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Mr. Joel Mubiru | Decision-making and Problem-solving | Excellence in Leadership and Management Award

 

University of Birmingham | United Kingdom

Dr. Mubiru Joel is an accomplished civil engineer and academic with over a decade of experience in road safety engineering, transport planning, and construction management. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering in the United Kingdom, his research focuses on quantifying the risk impact of contextual factors on pedestrian crash outcomes in data-scarce developing country settings. He holds an MSc in Infrastructure Planning from Universität Stuttgart, Germany, and a BEng in Civil and Building Engineering from Kyambogo University, Uganda. Throughout his career, he has contributed to major infrastructure projects across urban and rural areas, specializing in road safety audits, transport planning, and project supervision. As an Assistant Lecturer at Kyambogo University, he supervised numerous undergraduate and postgraduate research projects, emphasizing sustainable infrastructure and traffic safety innovations. His technical proficiency spans AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and MS Project, complemented by strong leadership in construction site management and health and safety compliance. With a record of excellence in both academia and professional practice, Dr. Mubiru’s work bridges engineering research and field implementation, aiming to enhance pedestrian safety and transport efficiency in developing regions. His ongoing research and international collaborations continue to advance sustainable mobility and infrastructure resilience.

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Featured Publications

Mubiru, J., & Evdorides, H. (2025, October 22). Quantifying the risk impact of contextual factors on pedestrian crash outcomes in data-scarce developing country settings. Future Transportation, 5(4), Article 151.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Folasade May | Transformational Leadership | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Folasade May | Transformational Leadership | Best Researcher Award

UCLA Health | United States

Dr. Folasade P. May is an Associate Professor of Medicine at the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine and serves in the Vatche & Tamar Manoukian Division of Digestive Diseases. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology from Yale University, followed by a Master of Philosophy in Epidemiology from the University of Cambridge. She obtained her M.D. from Harvard Medical School and completed her internal medicine residency at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. May further specialized in gastroenterology through the UCLA Specialty Training and Advanced Research (STAR) Program and earned her Ph.D. in Health Policy and Management from the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health. Her research focuses on health disparities, preventive health, colorectal cancer screening, and improving access to care for underserved populations. She has published extensively on strategies to enhance cancer prevention and equitable healthcare delivery. Dr. May’s work has earned her recognition for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in medicine. A passionate educator and clinician, she continues to mentor future physicians and contribute to policy-oriented health research that addresses real-world healthcare inequities.

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Featured Publications

Wong, C. R., Flores, Y. N., Avila, A., Tieu, L., Crespi, C. M., May, F. P., Bell, D. S., Glenn, B., & Bastani, R. (2025). Improving the accuracy and precision of disease identification when utilizing EHR data for research: The case for hepatocellular carcinoma. BMC Research Notes, 18, 410.

Prof. Anil gautam| Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Pro. Anil gautam| Engineering | Best Researcher Award

G B Pant Institute of Technology, Pauri Garhwal | India

Prof. (Dr.) Anil Kumar Gautam is a distinguished scholar and academic leader in the field of Electronics and Communication Engineering with extensive experience in antenna design, wireless communications, and microwave engineering. He earned his BE in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Kumaon Institute of Technology and completed his PhD at the Indian Institute of Technology, Banaras Hindu University, focusing on active microstrip antennas for frequency-agile operations. With over two decades of academic experience, he has served as Professor at G B Pant Institute of Engineering and Technology, and Gautam Buddha University, holding key administrative positions including Dean, Head of Department, and Registrar. Dr. Gautam’s research expertise spans microstrip antennas, DGS microstrip antennas, ultrawideband (UWB) antennas, reconfigurable antennas, circularly polarized antennas, and MIMO/massive MIMO systems. He has supervised several PhD theses on advanced antenna design and wireless applications. Recognized for his contributions, he has received prestigious awards such as the Governor’s Award for Best Research Paper (2019), Education Leadership Award (2018), and was nominated for the Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize for Science & Technology. Prof. Gautam actively contributes to the academic community as an editor and member of professional societies including IEEE, IETE, and multiple university boards. His work bridges theoretical research with practical applications, advancing antenna technology and wireless communication systems globally.

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Featured Publications

Chandel, R., Gautam, A. K., & Rambabu, K. (2018). Tapered fed compact UWB MIMO-diversity antenna with dual band-notched characteristics. IEEE Transactions on Antennas and Propagation, 66(4), 1677–1684.

Gautam, A. K., Yadav, S., & Kanaujia, B. K. (2013). A CPW-fed compact UWB microstrip antenna. IEEE Antennas and Wireless Propagation Letters, 12, 151–154.

Gautam, A. K., Kumar, L., Kanaujia, B. K., & Rambabu, K. (2015). Design of compact F-shaped slot triple-band antenna for WLAN/WiMAX applications. IEEE Transactions on Antennas and Propagation, 64(3), 1101–1105.

Farswan, A., Gautam, A. K., Kanaujia, B. K., & Rambabu, K. (2015). Design of Koch fractal circularly polarized antenna for handheld UHF RFID reader applications. IEEE Transactions on Antennas and Propagation, 64(2), 771–775.

Gautam, A. K., Yadav, S., & Rambabu, K. (2018). Design of ultra‐compact UWB antenna with band‐notched characteristics for MIMO applications. IET Microwaves, Antennas & Propagation, 12(12), 1895–1900.

Chandel, R., & Gautam, A. K. (2016). Compact MIMO/diversity slot antenna for UWB applications with band‐notched characteristic. Electronics Letters, 52(5), 336–338.

Mr. Muhammad Aoun | Cross-Cultural Leadership | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Muhammad Aoun | Cross-Cultural Leadership | Best Researcher Award

Mir chakar Khan rind university of technology Dera Ghazi khan | Pakistan

Muhammad Aoun is a technology enthusiast and emerging professional with expertise in web development, database management, and cybersecurity. He has developed a solid foundation in PHP, HTML, MySQL, and Post, applying these skills in both academic and practical projects. His interests extend to machine learning, cybersecurity, and data analytics, demonstrated by his completion of multiple advanced certifications from globally recognized institutions, including Google Analytics Academy, IBM, Duke University, University of London, and CISCO. He has gained hands-on experience in advanced Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, machine learning with Python, and foundational cybersecurity practices, including Security Operations Center (SOC) operations. Additionally, he actively participated in cybersecurity training workshops, further strengthening his technical and analytical capabilities. Aoun’s work reflects a commitment to leveraging technology for problem-solving and optimizing digital and data-driven processes. Through his ongoing pursuit of knowledge and skills in machine learning, cybersecurity, and data analysis, he is positioned to contribute effectively to technological innovation, secure systems design, and digital transformation initiatives. Recognized for his dedication and achievement in multiple domains of technology, Aoun continues to build a versatile skill set, combining web development, analytics, and cybersecurity to address contemporary challenges in IT and digital solutions.

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Featured Publications

Ahmed, U., Iqbal, K., Aoun, M., & Khan, G. (2023). Natural language processing for clinical decision support systems: A review of recent advances in healthcare. Journal of Intelligent Connectivity and Emerging Technologies, 8(2), 1–17.

Dahal, S. B., & Aoun, M. (2023). Exploring the role of machine translation in improving health information access for linguistically diverse populations. Journal of Intelligent Information Systems, 8(2), 4–6.

Idress, W. M., Abouda, K. A., Javed, R., Aoun, M., Ghadi, Y. Y., Shahzad, T., … (2025). Hybrid segmentation and 3D imaging: Comprehensive framework for breast cancer patient segmentation and classification based on digital breast tomosynthesis. Biomedical Signal Processing and Control, 100, 106992.

Aoun, M., & Sandhu, A. K. (2019). Understanding the impact of AI-driven automation on the workflow of radiologists in emergency care settings. Journal of Intelligent Connectivity and Emerging Technologies, 4(6), 1–15.

Ibrahim, F., & Aoun, M. (2022). Improving query efficiency in heterogeneous big data environments through advanced query processing techniques. Journal of Contemporary Healthcare Analytics, 6(6), 40–64.

Umar, H. G. A., Yasmeen, I., Aoun, M., Mazhar, T., Khan, M. A., & Jaghdam, I. H. (2025). Energy-efficient deep learning-based intrusion detection system for edge computing: A novel DNN-KDQ model. Journal of Cloud Computing, 14(1), 32.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Alireza Amini | Adaptive Leadership | Excellence in Leadership and Management Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Alireza Amini | Adaptive Leadership | Excellence in Leadership and Management Award

Shiraz University | Iran

Dr. Alireza Amini is an Associate Professor at Shiraz University with a strong academic foundation in behavioral and business management. He earned his Ph.D. in Behavioral Management from Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, where his doctoral research explored stewardship behavior characteristics in organizational contexts. His master’s degree in Business Management and bachelor’s in Public Management were both obtained from the University of Tehran, complemented by a postdoctoral research position focused on organizational behavior. Dr. Amini’s research primarily centers on behavioral management, human resource development, organizational behavior, and the interface between academia and industry. He has led several applied research projects in collaboration with the Fars Regional Electricity Company, addressing employee training needs, occupational profiling, and retirement satisfaction. Recognized nationally for his scholarly excellence, Dr. Amini has received multiple awards, including the Top Young Researcher Award at Shiraz University and the Ministry of Science’s recognition as a leading technology researcher in humanities and arts. In addition, he serves as Assistant Editor of the Iranian Journal of Management Studies (IJMS). Through his research and mentorship, Dr. Amini continues to bridge academic insights with practical industry applications, contributing significantly to Iran’s management and organizational development landscape.

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Featured Publications

Amini, A., Darani, M., Afshani, M., & Amini, Z. (2012). Effectiveness of marketing strategies and corporate image on brand equity as a sustainable competitive advantage. Interdisciplinary Journal of Contemporary Research in Business, 4(2), 192–205.

Mortazavi, S., Shalbaf Yazdi, S. V., & Amini, A. (2012). The role of the psychological capital on quality of work life and organization performance. Interdisciplinary Journal of Contemporary Research in Business, 4, 90.

Amini, A., & Alimohammadlou, M. (2021). Toward equation structural modeling: An integration of interpretive structural modeling and structural equation modeling. Journal of Management Analytics, 8(4), 693–714.

Karimi Mazidi, A. R., Amini, A., & Latifi, M. (2014). The impact of information technology capability on firm performance: A focus on employee-customer profit chain. Interdisciplinary Journal of Management Studies, 7(1), 95–120.

Mostafa, K., Batool, R., Parvaneh, P., & Alireza, A. (2013). Identify and ranking factors affecting Bank Maskan service quality using Kano model. Research Journal of Recent Sciences, 22.

Amini, A., & Mortazavi, S. (2012). Effectiveness of psychological capital on mistake management culture as a resource for learning in organization. International Journal of Human Sciences, 9(2), 339–348.

Amini, A., & Mortazavi, S. (2013). The impact of the broadcasting mistake management culture in a healthy organization on the quality of the personnel work life. Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research (JCDR), 7(3), 507.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Namrata Gupta | Performance Management | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Namrata Gupta | Performance Management | Best Researcher Award

University of Wollongong in Dubai | United Arab Emirates

Dr. Namrata Gupta, ACA, is an accomplished academic and researcher in accounting and finance, currently serving as an Associate Professor and Academic Integrity Officer at the University of Wollongong in Dubai. She holds a Ph.D. in Management Accounting from Banasthali Vidyapith University, India, with her doctoral research focusing on comparative accounting practices between India and the UAE. A Chartered Accountant by qualification, Dr. Gupta also earned her Bachelor of Commerce (Honors) from the University of Delhi. With over two decades of academic and professional experience across prestigious institutions including Heriot-Watt University Dubai, Zayed University Outreach, Ajman University, and Emirates Institute of Banking and Financial Services, she has contributed extensively to the fields of corporate governance, financial performance, fintech, and gender diversity in boardrooms. Her research has been widely published in high-impact journals such as Sustainability, Management Decision, and the Journal of Management and Governance. She has also led and secured competitive research grants on topics such as flipped learning, academic integrity, and women empowerment. A member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, Dr. Gupta’s scholarly and professional contributions continue to strengthen the link between academia and industry in the UAE and beyond.

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Featured Publications

Gurrib, I., Kamalov, F., Starkova, O., Makki, A., Mirchandani, A., & Gupta, N. (2023). Performance of equity investments in sustainable environmental markets. Sustainability, 15(9), 7453.

Mr. Luis Martin Pomares | Resource Assessment| Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Luis Martin Pomares | Resource Assessment| Best Researcher Award

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) | United Arab Emirates

Luis Martín-Pomares is a leading expert in solar energy with extensive experience in solar resource assessment, remote sensing, and solar forecasting. He has held positions as Principal Scientist at the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) and as a Scientist at the Qatar Foundation’s QEERI, contributing to the development of regional solar atlases and advanced predictive models for photovoltaic and concentrated solar power plants. As President and Senior Project Developer at Investigaciones y Recursos Solares Avanzados S.L. (IrSOLaV), he led multi-disciplinary teams in the design and implementation of multi-MW solar projects worldwide, integrating satellite-derived irradiance data, statistical downscaling models, and deep learning for solar forecasting. His research encompasses solar irradiance estimation from geostationary and polar satellites, nowcasting systems, energy audits, and GIS-based solar resource mapping. Luis actively participates in international collaborations including the International Energy Agency (IEA) Solar Heating and Cooling tasks, COST Action 1002, and the FP7 DNIcast project. He is also a reviewer for journals such as Solar Energy, Journal of Solar Energy Engineering, and Atmospheric Measurement Techniques. His work has advanced predictive solar modeling and operational strategies for renewable energy integration, establishing him as a key contributor to the global solar energy community.

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Featured Publications

Martín, L., Zarzalejo, L. F., Polo, J., Navarro, A., Marchante, R., & Cony, M. (2010). Prediction of global solar irradiance based on time series analysis: Application to solar thermal power plants energy production planning. Solar Energy, 84(10), 1772–1781.

Perez, R., Lorenz, E., Pelland, S., Beauharnois, M., Van Knowe, G., et al. (2013). Comparison of numerical weather prediction solar irradiance forecasts in the US, Canada and Europe. Solar Energy, 94, 305–326.

Polo, J., Wilbert, S., Ruiz-Arias, J. A., Meyer, R., Gueymard, C., Suri, M., … (2016). Preliminary survey on site-adaptation techniques for satellite-derived and reanalysis solar radiation datasets. Solar Energy, 132, 25–37.

Espinar, B., Ramírez, L., Drews, A., Beyer, H. G., Zarzalejo, L. F., Polo, J., & Martín, L. (2009). Analysis of different comparison parameters applied to solar radiation data from satellite and German radiometric stations. Solar Energy, 83(1), 118–125.

Lorenz, E., Remund, J., Müller, S. C., Traunmüller, W., Steinmaurer, G., Pozo, D., … (2009). Benchmarking of different approaches to forecast solar irradiance. Proceedings of the 24th European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference, 21–25.

Jahangiri, M., Shamsabadi, A. A., Mostafaeipour, A., Rezaei, M., Yousefi, Y., … (2020). Using fuzzy MCDM technique to find the best location in Qatar for exploiting wind and solar energy to generate hydrogen and electricity. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 45(27), 13862–13875.

Mr. Idrissa Zida | Inequality | Young Researcher Award

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Mr. Idrissa Zida | Inequality | Young Researcher Award

CEDRES/University Thomas SANKARA | Burkina Faso

Idrissa Zida is a dedicated Ph.D. student in Economics at Thomas Sankara University, Burkina Faso, specializing in Macroeconomics and Development Management. With a solid academic foundation including both a master’s and bachelor’s degree in the same field, his research focuses on public finance, income inequality, and sustainable economic growth in Sub-Saharan Africa. He has co-authored a scientific publication in Economic Change and Restructuring examining the effects of public debt on income inequality, exploring both direct and indirect transmission channels. Idrissa has gained valuable professional experience through internships and roles at the General Directorate of Economy and Planning, the Diocesan Communication Center, and L’Economiste du Faso, where he developed skills in economic analysis, research, and project management. As Deputy Secretary General of the Center for Studies and Research on Human Development in Africa (CERDHA) and President of the Youth Association for the Emergence of Zondoma (AJEZ), he actively contributes to academic and community development initiatives. His continued commitment to research, professional excellence, and social advancement underscores his ambition to contribute to the economic transformation and sustainable development of Africa.

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Zida, I., Ouedraogo, I., & Sawadogo, R. (2025). Effects of public debt on income inequality in sub-Saharan Africa: Exploring the direct and indirect transmission channels. Economic Change and Restructuring. Advance online publication.