Sara Exojo Trujillo | Physical Chemistry | Research Excellence Award

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Mrs. Sara Exojo Trujillo | Physical Chemistry | Research Excellence Award

PhD Student | CSIC – Instituto De Agroquímicay Tecnología De Alimentos (IATA) | Spain

Mrs. Sara Exojo-Trujillo is a researcher at the CSIC – Instituto de Agroquímicay Tecnología de Alimentos (IATA), Spain, specializing in food science, polymer science, and antimicrobial active packaging. Her research focuses on the development of advanced ethylene–vinyl alcohol (EVOH) copolymer–based packaging systems aimed at improving food safety, shelf life, and sustainability. She has authored 3 scholarly publications, receiving 22 citations, with an h-index of 2, reflecting the growing impact of her work. Exojo-Trujillo collaborates with multidisciplinary research teams in materials science and food technology, contributing to innovation at the interface of packaging and public health. Her work supports societal needs by addressing food preservation, safety, and sustainable packaging solutions aligned with global agri-food challenges.

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Sicen Wang | Analytical Chemistry | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Sicen Wang | Analytical Chemistry | Research Excellence Award

Dean | Xi’an Jiaotong University | China

Prof. Dr. Sicen Wang is an established researcher specializing in analytical chemistry, materials science, and biomedical sensing, with a strong focus on molecularly imprinted polymers, nanomaterials, and advanced adsorption and detection technologies. With 244 scholarly publications, Wang has accumulated 5,542 citations and holds an h-index of 39, reflecting sustained research impact and leadership in the field. The research portfolio spans environmental monitoring, pharmaceutical analysis, biosensing, antimicrobial materials, and functional nanocomposites, with frequent publications in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals. Wang actively collaborates with large, multidisciplinary research networks, contributing to innovation across chemistry, materials engineering, and biomedical applications. The work demonstrates significant societal impact by addressing challenges in environmental remediation, public health protection, and analytical method development for real-world chemical and biological systems.

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Lihua Yao | Materials Chemistry | Research Excellence Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Lihua Yao | Materials Chemistry | Research Excellence Award

Associate Professor | Yunnan Normal University | China

Assoc. prof. Dr. Yao Lihua is an Associate Professor at Yunnan Normal University with expertise in chemistry, particularly in energy materials, catalysis, and functional nanomaterials. She earned a doctoral degree in Chemistry from Beijing Institute of Technology, along with a master’s and bachelor’s degree in Food Science and Engineering from Zhejiang University and Kunming University of Science and Technology, respectively, establishing a strong interdisciplinary academic foundation. Her professional experience includes leading nationally and provincially funded research projects, advancing innovative teaching practices, contributing to curriculum and course development, and providing academic leadership in undergraduate education. She has received numerous awards for teaching innovation and educational excellence, along with institutional honors recognizing her academic service and instructional leadership, and she actively participates in teaching reform initiatives and professional academic activities. Her scholarly output is reflected by 1,335 citations, documents, 24 peer-reviewed publications, and an h-index of 15.

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Hong Wang | Polymer Chemistry | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Hong Wang | Polymer Chemistry | Research Excellence Award

Professor | Southwest University | China

Prof. Dr. Hong Wang is a Full Professor at the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Southwest University, and an internationally recognized chemical scientist specializing in advanced functional materials and poly(ionic liquid)s. He earned his doctoral degree in materials chemistry and has built a distinguished academic career through faculty leadership roles and international research engagements across leading global institutions. His professional experience includes directing nationally funded research projects, leading interdisciplinary collaborations, and translating fundamental research into industrial applications. His research focuses on porous polymer membranes, heteroatom-doped porous carbon materials, and supramolecular poly(ionic liquid) systems, with influential contributions published in top-tier journals and multiple patented innovations. He serves on the youth editorial board of a peer-reviewed journal and is an active member of professional chemical societies, reflecting his sustained service to the scientific community and recognition for research excellence. The candidate has achieved 9,444 citations with an h-index of 40 and an i10-index of 55, reflecting sustained scholarly impact and research excellence.

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Laura Higueras Contreras | Materials Chemistry | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Laura Higueras Contreras | Materials Chemistry | Research Excellence Award

CSIC – Instituto De Agroquímicay Tecnología De Alimentos (IATA) | Spain

Dr. Laura Higueras is a researcher working in the field of sustainable food packaging and bio-based polymer materials, with a strong focus on environmentally friendly coating technologies for food applications. Her expertise includes polylactic acid (PLA) formulations, waterborne polymer coatings, biodegradable packaging systems, and the enhancement of barrier and functional properties using green stabilizers. Her research contributes to extending food shelf life while supporting circular economy and sustainability goals. She has demonstrated strong collaborative engagement through multidisciplinary research networks and co-authorships. According to Scopus, she has authored 13 peer-reviewed publications, received 568 citations, and holds an h-index of 8, reflecting growing international impact. Her work supports societal needs by promoting sustainable materials that reduce plastic waste and improve food safety standards globally.

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Ravi Patel | Electrochemistry | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Ravi Patel | Electrochemistry | Research Excellence Award

Research Fellow | Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee | India

Mr. Ravi Patel is a materials science researcher specializing in the mechanical behavior and microstructural characterization of advanced metallic alloys, with particular emphasis on aluminum–rare earth systems. His research integrates hardness testing, quantitative microstructural analysis, and structure–property correlations to address performance and durability challenges in engineering materials. He has authored 4 Documents publications, which have received 7 citations, and currently holds a Scopus h-index of 1, indicating emerging scholarly impact. His work published in the Journal of Materials Engineering and Performance demonstrates strong analytical rigor and relevance to industrial materials design. Through collaborations with co-authors across interdisciplinary domains, his research contributes to improving alloy reliability and supports sustainable materials development for structural and technological applications worldwide.

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Essa M. Saied | Biochemistry | Research Excellence Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Essa M. Saied | Biochemistry | Research Excellence Award

Associate Professor | Humboldt University of Berlin | Germany

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Essa M. Saied is an accomplished multidisciplinary researcher specializing in medicinal chemistry, chemical biology, anticancer drug design, and molecular pharmacology, with strong integration of in vitro, in vivo, and in silico approaches. His research addresses critical biomedical challenges, including cancer therapy, neglected diseases, and molecular target identification. He has authored 72 peer-reviewed publications, accumulating  2,251 citations, and holds an h-index of 31, reflecting sustained scientific impact and productivity. His work appears in high-impact journals and spans small-molecule synthesis, mechanistic biology, and translational therapeutic evaluation. Through extensive international and interdisciplinary collaborations, he has contributed to advancing drug discovery pipelines and evidence-based therapeutic strategies. His research outcomes support innovation in healthcare, promote rational drug development, and contribute meaningfully to global biomedical and pharmaceutical sciences.

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Juan P. Tafur | Electrochemistry | Excellence in Research Award

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Mr. Juan P. Tafur | Electrochemistry | Excellence in Research Award

Professor | Universidad Politécnica De Madrid | Spain

Juan P. Tafur is an accomplished researcher specializing in energy storage, electrochemical materials, and advanced hydrogel electrolytes. His work focuses on developing high-performance biopolymer and nanodiamond-doped hydrogel systems to enhance the efficiency and stability of zinc-air and other next-generation batteries. Tafur has authored 20 peer-reviewed publications, with 533 citations and an h-index of 11, reflecting significant research impact. Collaborating with over 40 co-authors, he integrates materials science, electrochemistry, and polymer engineering to address critical challenges in sustainable energy technologies. His research contributes to improved battery performance, energy efficiency, and the development of environmentally friendly energy storage solutions, supporting the transition to clean energy and offering broad societal and technological benefits.

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Vahab Jafarian | Biochemistry | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Vahab Jafarian | Biochemistry | Research Excellence Award

Professor | University of Guilan | Iran

V. Jafarian is an accomplished researcher specializing in protein engineering, photobiology, and biochemical nanotechnology . With 56 peer-reviewed publications, 669 citations, and an h-index of 15, Jafarian has contributed significantly to understanding protein structure-function relationships and the development of bioactive nanomaterials. Key research includes the structural and functional analysis of photoproteins, site-directed mutagenesis to enhance enzymatic activity, and evaluation of ferromagnetic nanoparticles for targeted drug delivery. Collaborating with over 100 co-authors, the research integrates molecular spectroscopy, biochemistry, and nanotechnology to address biomedical challenges. Jafarian’s work supports the advancement of therapeutic strategies, molecular biotechnology, and translational applications with broad societal impact .

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Inhibition of Horseradish Peroxidase Activity by Thiol Type Inhibitors

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Motas | Environmental Chemistry | Chemical Scientist Award

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Prof. Dr. Motas | Environmental Chemistry | Chemical Scientist Award

Professor | University of Murcia | Spain

Miguel Motas is a distinguished environmental chemistry researcher at the Universidad de Murcia, specializing in emerging pollutants, contaminant transformation, and ecological risk assessment. His work focuses on pharmaceuticals, pesticides, and persistent organic pollutants in aquatic, terrestrial, and polar ecosystems. Motas has authored 43 peer-reviewed publications with 1,164 citations and an h-index of 22, demonstrating strong scientific influence and sustained research productivity. His recent studies include monitoring pharmaceuticals in Iberian coastal waters, assessing pesticide residues in food matrices, and evaluating PCBs and emerging pollutants in Antarctic species such as Chinstrap penguins and krill. Collaborating with over 140 co-authors, he integrates analytical chemistry and toxicology to support evidence-based environmental policy, ecosystem protection, and sustainable pollution management.

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