Francesca Santilli | Signal Transduction Mechanisms | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Francesca Santilli | Signal Transduction Mechanisms | Research Excellence Award

Department of Medicine and Aging Science, University of Chieti-Pescara “G. d’Annunzio”Chieti | Italy

Francesca Santilli, MD, PhD, is a leading physician-scientist whose work has substantially advanced the understanding of platelet biology, thrombo-inflammation, and cardio-metabolic disease. Her research focuses on mechanisms of platelet activation, interindividual variability in response to low-dose aspirin, and the interplay between inflammation, oxidative stress, and metabolic dysfunction. She has led major national and international projects, including studies on oxidative stress regulation in aspirin-treated diabetes, peripheral blood megakaryocyte maturation, and the effects of JAK inhibitors on thrombopoiesis in inflammatory disease. Her work has also contributed key insights into biomarkers—such as proteomic signatures, microRNAs, and extracellular vesicles—for cardiovascular and metabolic risk stratification. Additional research explores megakaryocyte biology, accelerated platelet turnover, and the impact of emerging therapies including GLP-1 receptor agonists, SGLT2 inhibitors, and PCSK9 inhibitors. Through extensive collaborations across molecular medicine, proteomics, rheumatology, cardiology, and infectious diseases, she has established interdisciplinary frameworks linking platelet function to diabetes, obesity, MASLD, and vascular disease. With over 160 high-impact publications and leadership roles in several scientific networks, her research continues to inform clinical translation and therapeutic optimization in thrombosis, hemostasis, and metabolic disorders.

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Featured Publications: 

antilli, F., Vazzana, N., Liani, R., Guagnano, M. T., & Davì, G. (2012). Platelet activation in obesity and metabolic syndrome. Obesity Reviews, 13(1), 27–42.

Santilli, F., Rocca, B., De Cristofaro, R., Lattanzio, S., Pietrangelo, L., Habib, A., & Patrono, C. (2009). Platelet cyclooxygenase inhibition by low-dose aspirin is not reflected consistently by platelet function assays: Implications for aspirin “resistance.” Journal of the American College of Cardiology, 53(8), 667–677.

Rocca, B., Santilli, F., Pitocco, D., Mucci, L., Petrucci, G., Vitacolonna, E., … & Patrono, C. (2012). The recovery of platelet cyclooxygenase activity explains interindividual variability in responsiveness to low-dose aspirin in patients with and without diabetes. Journal of Thrombosis and Haemostasis, 10(7), 1220–1230.

Caricato, A., Conti, G., Della Corte, F., Mancino, A., Santilli, F., Sandroni, C., … & Antonelli, M. (2005). Effects of PEEP on the intracranial system of patients with head injury and subarachnoid hemorrhage: The role of respiratory system compliance. Journal of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, 58(3), 571–576.

Santilli, F., Vazzana, N., Bucciarelli, L. G., & Davì, G. (2009). Soluble forms of RAGE in human diseases: Clinical and therapeutical implications. Current Medicinal Chemistry, 16(8), 940–952.

Di Castelnuovo, A., Bonaccio, M., Costanzo, S., Gialluisi, A., Antinori, A., … Santilli, F., … & Iacoviello, L. (2020). Common cardiovascular risk factors and in-hospital mortality in 3,894 patients with COVID-19: Survival analysis and machine learning-based findings from the multicentre Italian study. Nutrition, Metabolism and Cardiovascular Diseases, 30(11), 1899–1913.

Vazzana, N., Santilli, F., Cuccurullo, C., & Davì, G. (2009). Soluble RAGE in internal medicine. Internal and Emergency Medicine, 4(5), 389–401.

Davì, G., Santilli, F., & Patrono, C. (2010). Nutraceuticals in diabetes and metabolic syndrome. Cardiovascular Therapeutics, 28(4), 216–226.

Chiarelli, F., Santilli, F., & Mohn, A. (2000). Role of growth factors in the development of diabetic complications. Hormone Research in Paediatrics, 53(2), 53–67.

Davì, G., Chiarelli, F., Santilli, F., Pomilio, M., Vigneri, S., Falco, A., … & Basili, S. (2003). Enhanced lipid peroxidation and platelet activation in the early phase of type 1 diabetes mellitus: Role of interleukin-6 and disease duration. Circulation, 107(25), 3199–3203.

Manigrasso, M. R., Ferroni, P., Santilli, F., Taraborelli, T., Guagnano, M. T., … & Davì, G. (2005). Association between circulating adiponectin and interleukin-10 levels in android obesity: Effects of weight loss. The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, 90(10), 5876–5879.

Dheerendra Singh Yadav | Cell Structure Analysis | Outstanding Scientist Award

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Prof. Dheerendra Singh Yadav | Cell Structure Analysis | Outstanding Scientist Award

Ch. Charan Singh P G College Heonra (Saifai) Etawah-206001 UP India | India

Prof. Dhirendra Singh Yadav is a physicist specializing in condensed matter physics and materials science, with over fourteen years of academic and research experience. His work centers on the structural, optical, and electronic behavior of advanced materials, with a focus on their industrial and technological applications. He has contributed to the scientific community as Editor-in-Chief of Materials Science: Advanced Industrial Materials and serves on the editorial boards of multiple international journals, including the American Journal of Physics and Applications and the International Journal of Materials Science and Applications. His research activities span materials characterization, thin-film studies, and the investigation of functional materials relevant to semiconductors and emerging devices. With long-standing experience in physics education and research supervision, he actively supports peer review for several journals, contributing to quality assurance in scientific publishing. His work continues to advance understanding of material behavior and improve industrial applications of novel materials.

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Featured Publications: 

Yadav, P., Yadav, D. S., Singh, D. V., Singh, P., & Verma, A. S. (2024). Elastic properties of C-type lanthanide sesquioxides. East European Journal of Physics, 4, 227–233.

Yadav, P., Yadav, D. S., Singh, D. V., Singh, P., & Verma, A. S. (2024). Electronic, structural, optical and mechanical properties of cubic structured Ln₂X₃ (Ln = La–Lu & X = O, S). East European Journal of Physics, 4, 234–239.

Bhati, R., Yadav, D. S., Varshney, P., Gupta, R. C., & Verma, A. S. (2023). Semi-empirical predictions for hardness of rare earth pyrochlores: High-permittivity dielectrics and thermal barrier coating materials. East European Journal of Physics, 1, 222–227.

Yadav, N., Yadav, D. S., Varshney, P., & Gupta, R. C. (2023). Electronic and mechanical properties of chemical bonds (A–O & B–O) in cubic phase A²⁺B⁴⁺O₃ perovskite oxides. American Journal of Physics and Applications, 11(4), 80–88.

Bhati, R., Yadav, D. S., Gupta, R. C., & Verma, A. S. (2023). Simplistic model for the investigation of mechanical stability parameters of pyrochlore-structured solids. Materials Physics and Mechanics, 51.

Yadav, D. S., et al. (2018). [Article title unavailable]. Journal of Pure Applied and Industrial Physics, 8(5), 32–37.

Yadav, D. S., et al. (2018). Comment and discussion on “Insight into the structural, electronic, mechanical and optical properties of inorganic lead bromide perovskite APbBr₃ (A = Li, Na, K, Rb, and Cs)” by Bourachid et al. (2020). Journal of Pure Applied and Industrial Physics, 8(5), 38–45.

Hongjin Liu | Cancer Cell Biology | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Hongjin Liu | Cancer Cell Biology | Research Excellence Award

National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital & Shenzhen Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College | China

Hongjin Liu is a medical oncologist whose research centers on cancer biology, therapeutic resistance, and tumorigenesis. His work spans molecular oncology, hepatocellular carcinoma, and mechanisms of somatic mutagenesis across human tissues. He has contributed to high-impact studies published in Nature and Signal Transduction and Targeted Therapy, including investigations uncovering the landscape of somatic mutations in normal tissues and the critical role of VAV2 in DNA repair and radiotherapy resistance. His research also explores noncoding RNA–mediated regulatory networks in liver cancer, notably identifying the oncogenic function of ELF3-AS1 through its modulation of the miR-98-5p/CPSF4 axis. Collectively, his publications provide important insights into genomic instability, tumor microenvironment dynamics, and potential molecular targets for improving therapeutic outcomes. His translational research aims to bridge molecular mechanisms with clinical oncology to support precision cancer treatment and advance strategies for overcoming therapy resistance.

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Featured Publications: 

1. Ge, P., Niu, S., Fang, M., Xu, Q., Zhang, W., Xu, J., Yang, F., Wang, Y., Shi, T., & Liu, H. (2025). ELF3-AS1 promotes the carcinogenesis of hepatocellular carcinoma cells by inhibiting miR-98-5p/CPSF4 axis. Nucleosides, Nucleotides & Nucleic Acids.

2. Zhang, W., Liu, Z., Liu, H., Huang, Z., Huang, X., Xu, L., Che, X., & Zhan, Z. (2025). The impact of immune checkpoint inhibitors on prognosis in unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma treated with TACE and lenvatinib: A meta-analysis. Frontiers in Immunology.

3. Liu, W., Miao, C., Zhang, S., Liu, Y., Niu, X., Xi, Y., Guo, W., Chu, J., Lin, A., Liu, H., Yang, X., Chen, X., Zhong, C., Ma, Y., Wang, Y., Zhu, S., Liu, S., Tan, W., Lin, D., & Wu, C. (2021). VAV2 is required for DNA repair and implicated in cancer radiotherapy resistance. Signal Transduction and Targeted Therapy, 6(9), 2906–2919.

4. Li, R., Di, L., Li, J., Fan, W., Liu, Y., Guo, W., Liu, W., Liu, L., Li, Q., Chen, L., Chen, Y., Miao, C., Liu, H., Wang, Y., Ma, Y., Xu, D., Lin, D., Huang, Y., Wang, J., Bai, F., & Wu, C. (2021). A body map of somatic mutagenesis in morphologically normal human tissues. Nature, 597(7876), 398–403.

5. Chen, Y., Zeng, Q., Liu, X., Fu, J., Zeng, Z., Zhao, Z., Liu, Z., Bai, W., Dong, Z., & Liu, H. (2018). LINE-1 ORF-1p enhances the transcription factor activity of pregnenolone X receptor and promotes sorafenib resistance in hepatocellular carcinoma cells. Cancer Management and Research, 10, 6345–6358.

Tarun Kumar Upadhyay | Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Tarun Kumar Upadhyay | Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Parul University | India

Dr. Tarun Kumar Upadhyay is an accomplished researcher in biotechnology with extensive expertise in cell biology, immunobiochemistry, nanobiotechnology, and bioinformatics. His doctoral research at CSIR-CDRI, Lucknow, focused on advanced biotechnological applications, including the biosynthesis of gold nanoparticles and their bioconjugation with anticancer agents, characterized using chromatographic and analytical techniques. He has actively contributed to government-sponsored research projects under UPCST, emphasizing molecular and cellular approaches in biotechnology. Dr. Upadhyay’s work integrates experimental and computational methods, leveraging bioinformatics tools for sequence analysis and molecular characterization. His research interests encompass nanomaterials in drug delivery, cellular signaling mechanisms, immunological assays, and enzymology, with applications in therapeutic development and biomedical research. In addition, he has substantial experience in training and mentoring students in advanced cell biology, immunology, and biochemistry techniques. His scholarly contributions have been recognized through multiple awards, including Best Biotechnologist, Young Scientist, and Associate Scientist Awards, reflecting his impact on biotechnology research. As a member of prominent scientific societies and an invited reviewer for international journals, Dr. Upadhyay continues to advance knowledge in nanobiotechnology, molecular therapeutics, and translational research, contributing significantly to innovative strategies in cell-based therapies, bioactive compound characterization, and biomedical applications.

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Featured Publications: 

Upadhyay, T., Sharma, A., Fatima, N., Singh, A., Muttil, P., & Sharma, R. (2019). Targeted delivery of antibiotics using microparticles to combat multi-drug-resistant tuberculosis. In I. Ahmad, S. Ahmad, & K. P. Rumbaugh (Eds.), Antibacterial drug discovery to combat MDR: Natural compounds, nanotechnology and novel synthetic source (pp. 441–458). Springer Singapore. h

Upadhyay, T. K., Mathur, M., Prajapat, R. K., Nagar, S. K., Singh, K., Khan, F., Pandey, P., & Khan, M. M. (2021). Prosopis cineraria (Khejri): Ethanopharmacology and phytochemistry. In A. B. Sharangi & K. V. Peter (Eds.), Medicinal plants: Bioprospecting and pharmacognocy (pp. 1–xx). Taylor & Francis.

Alam, M., Kamal, A., & Upadhyay, T. (2021). Role and effects of aromatic plants: Status, scenario, scope and trends of aroma including its impact on human health. In A. B. Sharangi (Ed.), Aromatic plants: The technology, human welfare and beyond (pp. 1–xx). Nova Publishers.

Ali, M. I., Onyancha, W., Mathur, M., Prajapat, R. K., Moin, S., Bajia, R., Sharma, S. K., Sharma, G., & Upadhyay, T. K. (2021). Status, scenario, scope and trends of aromatic medicinal plants including its impact on human health. In A. B. Sharangi (Ed.), Aromatic plants: The technology, human welfare and beyond (pp. 1–xx). Nova Publishers.

Sharma, D., Joshi, A., Mathur, M., Prajapat, R. K., & Upadhyay, T. (2021). Genome editing for crop improvement. In P. Kumar & A. K. Thakur (Eds.), Crop improvement: Biotechnological advances (pp. 1–xx). Taylor & Francis.

Mathur, M., Prajapat, R. K., Sharma, D., & Upadhyay, T. K. (2021). Recent advancement in nanotechnology in agriculture. In P. Kumar & A. K. Thakur (Eds.), Crop improvement: Biotechnological advances (pp. 1–xx). Taylor & Francis.

Prajapat, R. K., Mathur, M., Upadhyay, T., & Sharma, D. (2021). Molecular assisted breeding for crop improvement. In P. Kumar & A. K. Thakur (Eds.), Crop improvement: Biotechnological advances (pp. 1–xx). Taylor & Francis.

Sharma, D., Joshi, A., Mathur, M., Prajapat, R. K., & Upadhyay, T. (2021). Advances in genomics and proteomics in agriculture. In P. Kumar & A. K. Thakur (Eds.), Crop improvement: Biotechnological advances (pp. 1–xx). Taylor & Francis.

Khan, E. A., Upadhyay, T. K., & Prajapat, R. K. (2021). Revisiting brassinosteroids signaling in plants: Current advances and challenges. In G. J. Ahammed, A. Sharma, & J. Yu (Eds.), Plant hormone signaling: Current advances and challenges (pp. 1–xx). Elsevier.

Tarun katheriya | Stem Cell Research | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Tarun katheriya | Stem Cell Research | Research Excellence Award

IIT BHU Varanasi | India

Tarun Katheriya is a physicist with extensive expertise in the synthesis, characterization, and analysis of advanced functional materials, particularly negative-permittivity ceramics, perovskites, and multifunctional composites for electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding and wearable electronics. His Ph.D. research focused on developing epsilon-negative materials, including layered perovskites and glass-ceramics, with tunable dielectric and conductive properties. He has synthesized a variety of electro-ceramics and glass-ceramics, exploring their dielectric behavior through classical and modified Drude models, and demonstrated their EMI shielding effectiveness. Notably, his work includes investigating coil-less inductive properties in conducting ceramics and studying the electrochemical performance of these materials. Katheriya has contributed to understanding the correlation between conductivity and permittivity in doped perovskites, as well as high-temperature dielectric properties in layered oxides. His research integrates experimental synthesis with theoretical modeling, advanced characterization techniques such as XRD, SEM, impedance analysis, and vector network analysis, and simulation tools including FullProf, Zview, and Gaussian. His published work highlights innovations in metal-free nanocomposites, negative-permittivity behavior, and multifunctional EMI shielding, positioning him at the forefront of materials development for next-generation electronic applications.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus | Orcid

Featured Publications: 

  1. Katheriya, T., Pandey, S., & Upadhyay, S. (2025). New frontiers in ceramic composites: Tunable electromagnetic interference shielding by realizing negative permittivity in SnO₂/LaNiO₃ nanocomposites. Journal of Materials Chemistry C.

  2. Katheriya, T., Nirala, G., & Upadhyay, S. (2025). Study of negative permittivity in nanosized LaNiO₃ for electromagnetic interference shielding: A modified Drude model approach. ACS Applied Electronic Materials.

  3. Katheriya, T., Nirala, G., & Upadhyay, S. (2024). Establishing the correlation of negative permittivity and AC conductivity of La₂₋ₓSrₓNiO₄ (x = 0, 0.1, 0.3, 1.0) for microwave shielding applications. Journal of Materials Chemistry C, 12(23), 8473–8484.

  4. Katheriya, T., & Upadhyay, S. (2023). High-temperature study of dielectric and electrical conduction behavior of La₂NiO₄. Physica Scripta, 98(10), 105969.

  5. Verma, H., Mittal, A., Kumar, P., Katheriya, T., Bhattacharya, B., & Upadhyay, S. (2025). Enhanced supercapacitor performance of rGO-modified LaFeO₃ perovskite: Experimental and DFT insights. Materials Chemistry and Physics, 131771.

  1. Nirala, G., Katheriya, T., Yadav, D., Verma, H., & Upadhyay, S. (2023). The evolution of coil-less inductive behavior in La-doped Sr₂MnO₄. Emergent Materials, 6(6), 1951–1962. https://doi.org/[DOI if available]Nirala, G., Yadav, D., Katheriya, T., & Upadhyay, S. (2022). Temperature-dependent negative permittivity in solid solutions Sr₂Mn₁₋ₓSnₓO₄ (x = 0, 0.3, 0.5). Journal of the European Ceramic Society, 42(2), 453–461.

  2. Nirala, G., Katheriya, T., Yadav, D., Pandey, S., & Upadhyay, S. (2022). Effect of Nb doping on epsilon negative behaviour of Sr₂MnO₄. Journal of Materials Science, 57(33), 15862–15875.

  3. Mishra, R. K., Avinashi, S. K., Kumari, S., Nain, R., Katheriya, T., Dwivedi, R. K., … Gautam, C. (2024). Synergistic doping effect of La₂O₃ on BaO–TiO₂–SiO₂ glass-ceramics: Evolution of physical, structural, morphological, and dielectric behaviour for electronics applications. Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 990, 174354.

Ahmed Sobhy Abdelrahim Abdallah Darwish | Cell Biology | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Ahmed Sobhy Abdelrahim Abdallah Darwish | Cell Biology | Research Excellence Award

Zagazig University & Egyptian International Pharmaceutical Industries Company, EIPICO | Egypt

Ahmed Sobhy Abdelrahim Abdallah Darwish is a highly accomplished analytical chemist with extensive expertise in analytical methodologies and chemical research. His academic journey demonstrates a consistent commitment to scientific rigor, progressing from a strong foundation in chemistry and physics to advanced studies in analytical chemistry. He has completed a diploma in analytical chemistry with distinction, a pre-master qualification with outstanding performance, and a master’s degree in analytical chemistry. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in the same field, his research is centered on the development, optimization, and validation of analytical techniques for pharmaceutical and industrial applications. His work emphasizes precision, reliability, and innovation in chemical analysis, including method development for complex matrices, quality control protocols, and instrumental analysis techniques. His contributions aim to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of laboratory workflows, ensuring robust and reproducible results in pharmaceutical and chemical research. Additionally, he demonstrates proficiency in data interpretation, statistical analysis, and experimental design, contributing to high-quality scientific outcomes. His ongoing research reflects a commitment to advancing analytical chemistry through both theoretical insights and practical applications, positioning him as a significant contributor to the field and a strong candidate for recognition in research excellence.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus | Orcid

Featured Publications: 

Ma, J. K., Darwish, A. S., Al Ali, A., Abdelazim, A. M., Darwish, W. S., Li, X., & Huang, X. C. (2025). An ecologically sound HPLC determination of LEVOMENOL in topical therapies using a certified reference material with green properties. Results in Chemistry, 13, 102338.

Alenezi, S. S., Gouda, A. A., El Sheikh, R., Badahdah, N. A., Alzuhiri, M. E., & others. (2025). Environmental sustainability profiles assessment of HPLC stability indicating method for quantitation of piracetam and vincamine in pharmaceutical medications. Talanta Open, 11, 100407.

Darwish, A. S., Zaki, M. S. A., Salih, A. G. K. A., Ellatif, M. A., Patel, A. A., Mallick, A. K., & others. (2025). A simple eco‐friendly stability‐indicating HPLC method for determination of NETILMICIN in bulk and ophthalmic solution. Biomedical Chromatography, 39(8), e70152.

Gouda, A. A., Elsheikh, R., Eldien, A. S., & Darwish, A. S. (2025). Development and validation of stability indicating RP-HPLC method for simultaneous determination of simvastatin and fenofibrate in bulk and dosage form. Bulletin of Faculty of Science, Zagazig University, 2025(3), 134–146.

Huang, X. C., Darwish, A. S., Darwish, W. S., Chen, R. M., & Ma, J. K. (2025). Green rapid HPLC method for testing retinol and tocopherol in ophthalmic gels. Talanta Open, 100538.

Darwish, A. S., Gouda, A. A., & Eldien, A. S. (2025). Simple validated approach to quantify valsartan and sacubitril in medications using liquid chromatography. Bulletin of Faculty of Science, Zagazig University, 2025(3), 216–229.

Darwish, W. S. D., Zaki, M. S. A., Salih, A. G. K. A., & others. (2025). Developing a sensitive, ecological, and economic HPLC method for the concurrent quantification of KOLCHICINE and KHELLIN, used in bulk and sachet pharmaceuticals. Microchemical Journal, 114716.

Ma, J. K., Chen, X. Y., Zhang, N., Darwish, A. S., Gouda, A. A., El Sheikh, R., & others. (2025). A straightforward HPLC approach to testing butylated hydroxytoluene, an antioxidant, in pure and topical anti-burn gels; evaluation of greenness, blueness, and whiteness grades. Talanta Open, 100565.

Huang, X. C., Darwish, A. S., Darwish, W. S., Zaki, M. S. A., Lin, Y. T., Liang, N. L., & Ma, J. K. (2025). Ecologically conscious profiles assessments for economic, and concurrent HPLC detection of chlordiazepoxide and clidinium bromide in bulk and tablets solid dosage form. Results in Chemistry, 1, 102739.

Jeonghyun Kim | Cell Biomechanics | Research Excellence Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jeonghyun Kim | Cell Biomechanics | Research Excellence Award

Kyushu University | Japan

Jeonghyun Kim’s research centers on mechanobiology and bioengineering, focusing on the interplay between mechanical forces and cellular function in tissue regeneration. His work explores mechanotransduction in osteocytes using advanced three-dimensional culture models, providing insights into how physical stimuli influence bone formation and remodeling. He has developed innovative hydrostatic pressure bioreactors to promote osteogenesis, contributing to bone regenerative strategies. In tissue engineering, he investigates the application of endometrial stromal cells in engineered constructs to enhance uterine regeneration and support early embryo implantation, bridging fundamental mechanobiology with translational regenerative medicine. His earlier studies examined the effects of hydrostatic pressure on chondrogenesis, elucidating mechanotransduction pathways critical for cartilage formation. Kim integrates computational modeling with experimental approaches, including finite element analysis, to optimize scaffold designs and predict cellular responses to mechanical stimuli. His research has been recognized with multiple awards, highlighting contributions to bioengineering and mechanobiology. Ongoing projects aim to dissect cellular responses under mechanical loading and improve tissue-engineered constructs for clinical applications. Through interdisciplinary approaches combining mechanical engineering, cell biology, and regenerative medicine, his work advances understanding of how mechanical environments guide tissue development and repair, with implications for musculoskeletal, reproductive, and cartilage regenerative therapies.

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Featured Publications: 

Inagaki, T., Kim, J.*, Maeda, E., Adachi, T., & Matsumoto, T. (2025). Macroscopic and microscopic biomechanical analysis of mineralized spheroids derived from human mesenchymal stem cells. Journal of Biomechanics.

Kim, J., Nagashima, S., Wang, J., Matsubara, S., Maeda, E., Okumura, D., & Matsumoto, T. (2025). Hierarchical wrinkle pattern drives tenogenic differentiation from human mesenchymal stem cells. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part H: Journal of Engineering in Medicine, 239(10), 1000–1009.

Shinokawa, K., Sugawara-Narutaki, A., Kim, J., Matsumoto, T., & Maeda, E. (2025). A novel method to fabricate elastin/collagen fiber composites: Proof of concept. Materials Letters: X, 26, 100255.

Kamiya, T., Ito, Y., Iwasaki, T., Suzuki, D., Hayashi, T., Kim, J., Matsumoto, T., & Maeda, E.* (2025). Structural characterisation of newt tendon regeneration after complete transection: In vivo two-photon imaging and transmission electron microscopy. Journal of Anatomy.

Wang, J., Kim, J., Maeda, E., & Matsumoto, T.* (2025). An osteoblast-like cell line derived from mice expressing FRET-based tension sensor reveals cellular tension increase during osteogenic differentiation. Biochemistry and Biophysics Reports, 43, 102131.

Suzuki, S., Imajo, K., Wang, J., Kim, J., Maeda, E., Nagayama, K., & Matsumoto, T.* (2025). Orthogonal alignment of multilayered MC3T3-E1 cells induced by cyclic stretch. Biomechanics and Modeling in Mechanobiology.

Ohashi, Y., Suzuki, T., Iwasaki, T., Goto, K., Kim, J., Matsumoto, T., Saeki, M., & Maeda, E.* (2025). Quasi-static and dynamic mechanical properties of artificial tissue fabricated from concentrated collagen using mechano-chemical treatment. Materials Today Communications, 46, 112498.

Masuda-Otsuka, Y., Kamiya, T., Suzuki, D., Hayashi, T., Iwasaki, T., Kim, J., Matsumoto, T., & Maeda, E.* (2025). Biomechanical properties of regenerated digital flexor tendon in immature newt following complete transection. Bio-medical Engineering and Materials, 36(6), 335–342.

Kim, J.*, Niioka, K., Maeda, E., & Matsumoto, T. (2025). Application of hydrostatic pressure up-regulates Sost gene expression in osteocytic spheroid. Bioscience, Biotechnology, and Biochemistry, 89(2), 263–267. cellular biomechanics

Inagaki, T., Kim, J.*, Maeda, E., & Matsumoto, T. (2025). Macroscopic creep behavior of spheroids derived from mesenchymal stem cells under compression. Journal of the Mechanical Behavior of Biomedical Materials, 161, 106816.

Saeed Banaeian Far | Cell-Cell Communication | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Saeed Banaeian Far | Cell-Cell Communication | Best Researcher Award

Blockchain and Metaverse Research Lab | Iran

The research portfolio focuses on advancing security, privacy, and interoperability in blockchain-based systems, with an emphasis on applied cryptography and emerging digital technologies. Key contributions include the development of solutions to enhance security and privacy in blockchain-based data auditing protocols, alongside analyses of anonymity in authentication protocols. Current research explores cross-chain frameworks to enable collaboration among digital twin teams deployed on heterogeneous blockchains without central authority, addressing critical challenges in decentralized coordination and trust management. The work extends to network security, privacy-preserving reporting and payment protocols, homomorphic encryption, and mixing protocols, emphasizing practical applications in business and digital ecosystems. Additionally, investigations encompass emerging technologies such as the Metaverse, BioVerse, autonomous cities, brain-computer interfaces, and the Internet of Brains, aiming to integrate secure cryptographic methods within future communication and digital infrastructure. The research has been recognized with awards for contributions to cross-chain interoperability and cryptography, reflecting both theoretical advancements and practical implementations. Overall, the work bridges cryptography, blockchain, and futuristic digital environments, providing frameworks and methodologies that enhance security, privacy, and collaborative functionality in decentralized systems while exploring the broader implications of emerging technologies on society and communication networks.

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Featured Publications: 

Banaeian Far, S., Chalak Qazani, M. R., & Imani Rad, A. (2025). Neuromorphic cryptosecurity: Towards self-authenticating and quantum-resilient memory systems. International Journal of Critical Infrastructure Protection [Submitted].

Banaeian Far, S., Chalak Qazani, M. R., & Imani Rad, A. (2025). Photonic neuromorphic computing for ultra-intelligent 6G networks. Telecommunication Systems [Submitted].

Banaeian Far, S., Chalak Qazani, M. R., & Imani Rad, A. (2025). Strategic approach to EMP-secure data storage: Integrating bio-molecular and neuromorphic paradigms. Innovative Infrastructure Solutions [Submitted].

Banaeian Far, S., Chalak Qazani, M. R., & Imani Rad, A. (2025). A comprehensive security approach for neural tissue as communication medium. Brain Informatics [Submitted].

Banaeian Far, S., Chalak Qazani, M. R., & Imani Rad, A. (2025). An ethical framework for quantum-secure brain data management via neuromorphic computing. Advances Quantum Technologies [Submitted].

Banaeian Far, S., Hosseini Bamakan, S. M., & ZareRavasan, A. (2025). The next wave of AI won’t think logically, it will think human-like. Discover Electronics [Submitted].

Banaeian Far, S., Chalak Qazani, M. R., & Imani Rad, A. (2025). BioVerse: Device-less and silicon-free virtual world. Journal of Information, Communication and Ethics in Society [Submitted].

Banaeian Far, S., Chalak Qazani, M. R., & Imani Rad, A. (2025). Bio-inspired cryptographic framework using neuromorphic computing for energy-efficient privacy. Discover Computing [Submitted].

Banaeian Far, S., Chalak Qazani, M. R., & Imani Rad, A. (2025). SecMine: A private PoW method using witness encryption scheme. Cluster Computing [Submitted].

Banaeian Far, S., Hosseini Bamakan, S. M., & ZareRavasan, A. (2025). Cybersecurity approaches to the Internet of Brains. IEEE SMC Magazine [Submitted].

Banaeian Far, S., Chalak Qazani, M. R., & Imani Rad, A. (2025). Private and TTP-free XAI for the quantum age. IET Information Security [Submitted].

Jianghan Chen | Dermatology | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Jianghan Chen | Dermatology | Research Excellence Award

Shanghai Fourth People’s Hospital | China

Dr. Jianghan Chen is an accomplished clinical researcher whose work centers on dermatological science, with a particular emphasis on fungal diseases, photodermatoses, and cutaneous carcinogenesis. Their research has significantly advanced the understanding of keratinocyte transformation, especially through a single-cell transcriptomic project mapping the progression from actinic keratosis to skin carcinoma. This work provides valuable molecular insights into early malignant changes, offering potential markers for diagnosis and therapeutic intervention. The applicant has led multiple competitive research projects, including those supported by major national funding bodies, demonstrating strong scientific leadership and consistent contributions to dermatology. Their publication record includes thirteen SCI-indexed papers as first or corresponding author, with a highest impact factor of 7.7, reflecting sustained scholarly output and influence. They maintain active involvement in scientific communities through professional committee leadership and collaborations that support the advancement of dermatological research. Their expertise in infectious skin diseases and light-related dermatoses contributes broadly to clinical innovation and translational research, strengthening the evidence base for improved diagnostic approaches and therapeutic strategies within the field.

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Featured Publications: 

[Authors]*, & others. (2024). Increased expression and prognostic significance of BYSL in melanoma. Journal of Immunotherapy.

[Authors]*, & others. (2024). Electrospinning/3D printing drug-loaded antibacterial polycaprolactone nanofiber/sodium alginate–gelatin hydrogel bilayer scaffold for skin wound repair. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules.

[Authors]*, & others. (2024). Advancements in elucidating the pathogenesis of actinic keratosis: Present state and future prospects. [Journal name not provided].

[Authors]*, & others. (2022). Identification of lncRNAs and their regulatory relationships with mRNAs in response to Cryptococcus neoformans infection of THP-1 cells. BioMed Research International.

Meenakshi | Signal Transduction Networks | Research Excellence Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Meenakshi | Signal Transduction Networks | Research Excellence Award

Chandigarh University | India

Dr. Meenakshi Munjal is an active researcher in the field of wireless communication, contributing extensively to advancements in emerging communication technologies. Over the past several years, she has maintained a strong research trajectory, completing one funded research project and producing a substantial body of scholarly work. Her research output includes more than 30 Scopus-indexed publications and a total citation count of 100, reflecting the growing impact of her contributions within the scientific community. She has authored one book with an ISBN and has two patents published or under process, demonstrating her commitment to innovation and applied research in communication systems. In addition to her publications, she has published eight peer-reviewed journal articles across SCI and Scopus-indexed platforms, strengthening the scientific understanding of wireless networks, signal processing, and communication technologies. Her work aligns with contemporary challenges in wireless systems, contributing to enhanced network performance, reliability, and efficiency. She also holds three professional memberships, supporting collaborative engagement within the research ecosystem. Overall, her research contributions highlight a sustained focus on innovation, scholarly excellence, and the advancement of wireless communication technologies

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Featured Publications: 

Munjal, M., & Singh, N. P. (2018). Utility aware network selection in small cell. Wireless Networks, 1–14.

Munjal, M., & Singh, N. P. (2019). Group mobility by cooperative communication for high speed railway. Wireless Networks, 25(7), 3857–3866.

Gupta, S. (2014). A review and comprehensive comparison of image denoising techniques. Proceedings of the International Conference on Computing for Sustainable Global Development, 1–6.

Munjal, M., & Singh, N. P. (2019). QoS and cost-aware protocol selection for next generation wireless network. Journal of Network and Systems Management, 27(2), 327–350.

Munjal, M., & Singh, N. P. (2017). Improved network selection for multimedia applications. Transactions on Emerging Telecommunications Technologies, 28(5), e3121.

Munjal, M., & Singh, N. P. (2016). A comparative study of cooperative and non-cooperative game theory in network selection. Computational Techniques in Information and Communication Technologies Conference Proceedings, 1–5.

Meenakshi, G., & Gupta, S. (2014). Advanced level cyclic gray codes with application. International Journal of Electronics Communication and Computer Technology, 1–6.

Munjal, M., & Singh, N. P. (2020). Low cost communication for high speed railway. Wireless Personal Communications, 111(1), 163–178.

Munjal, M. (2024). A comprehensive review of wireless body area network in medical applications. AIP Conference Proceedings, 3100(1), 040013.

Munjal, M., & Dev, S. (2021). Utility based handoff decision for Internet of Everything (IoE). Photonics & Electromagnetics Research Symposium (PIERS) Proceedings, 1396–1405.

Singh, I., & Munjal, M. (2025). Intelligent network selection mechanisms in the Internet of Everything system. IEEE Access.

Munjal, M., Kaistha, K., Gupta, P., Sardana, L., Verma, R., & Verma, S. (2024). Handoff management using RSS in a heterogeneous system. AIP Conference Proceedings, 3072(1), 030003.