Dr. Tosin Oyewole | Biological Systems Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Tosin Oyewole | Biological Systems Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Tosin Oyewole | Postdoctoral Research Associate | University of Nebraska-Lincoln | United States

Dr. Tosin Oyewole is a highly motivated researcher in Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, specializing in bio-based materials, oil processing, and biopolymer development. Her research focuses on optimizing refining and bleaching processes to enhance the quality and yield of epoxidized vegetable oils such as soybean and hempseed oils. She has extensive expertise in chemical process design, biocomposite fabrication, and characterization techniques including GC, FTIR, and HPLC. Dr. Oyewole’s work integrates chemical engineering principles with agricultural sustainability to produce renewable, high-performance materials aimed at reducing dependency on petroleum-based polymers. She has made significant scholarly contributions through publications and conference presentations in international platforms such as AOCS and ASABE. Her research on biobased epoxy blends and refining optimization has drawn attention within the scientific community, demonstrating the potential of green chemistry in industrial applications. According to Scopus, Dr. Oyewole has 2 indexed documents, 1 citation, and an h-index of 1, reflecting a growing academic impact. Her Google Scholar profile also shows consistent contributions to sustainable bioengineering. She is an active member of professional associations including ASABE, NPA, and the National Society of Black Engineers, emphasizing her dedication to collaborative research and leadership in science and innovation.

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Oyewole, T., Sarker, N., Dhaliwal, G., Biggane, E., & Monono, E. (2024). Investigating the effect of refining parameters on acetic acid removal and the quality of crude epoxidized soybean oil. Journal of the American Oil Chemists’ Society.

Oyewole, T., Sarker, N., Biggane, E., & Monono, E. (2025). Effect of degumming and bleaching on the yield and quality of epoxidized hempseed oil. Chemical Engineering Journal.

Dimitris Ziouzios | Robotics | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Dimitris Ziouzios | Robotics | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Dimitris Ziouzios | Researcher | University of Western Macedonia | Greece

Dr. Dimitris Ziouzios is a dedicated researcher at the University of Western Macedonia, whose work spans robotics, embedded systems, and FPGA-based applications. His research emphasizes the integration of intelligent systems with real-world challenges such as environmental sustainability, smart waste management, and educational robotics. With over 23 completed and ongoing research projects, Dr. Ziouzios has made impactful contributions through innovations that merge automation, machine learning, and IoT technologies. His work has led to one patent, numerous collaborations with research institutions and industry partners including CERTH, the University of Wuppertal, and local municipalities, and over 14 publications indexed in SCI and Scopus journals. His research influence is reflected in a Google Scholar record of 514 citations with an h-index of 12, and a Scopus record of 345 citations with an h-index of 10. Beyond his technical research, Dr. Ziouzios contributes to advancing smart city infrastructures and robotics education, promoting environmental awareness and empathy through technology-driven learning. His consistent scholarly output and multidisciplinary collaborations highlight his strong commitment to innovation and applied research excellence.

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Ziouzios, D., Tsiktsiris, D., Baras, N., & Dasygenis, M. (2020). A distributed architecture for smart recycling using machine learning. Future Internet, 12(9), 141.

Ziouzios, D., Karlopoulos, E., Fragkos, P., & Vrontisi, Z. (2021). Challenges and opportunities of coal phase-out in western Macedonia. Climate, 9(7), 115.

Ziouzios, D., Baras, N., Balafas, V., Dasygenis, M., & Stimoniaris, A. (2022). Intelligent and real-time detection and classification algorithm for recycled materials using convolutional neural networks. Recycling, 7(1), 9.

Ziouzios, D., Rammos, D., Bratitsis, T., & Dasygenis, M. (2021). Utilizing educational robotics for environmental empathy cultivation in primary schools. Electronics, 10(19), 2389.

Ziouzios, D., Dasygenis, M. (2023). Effectiveness of the IoT in regional energy transition: The smart bin case study. Recycling, 8(1), 28.

 

Prof. Wei Wu | Medicine | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Wei Wu | Medicine | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Wei Wu | Director | Guangdong Provincial Institute of Public Health Guangdong Provincial Center for Disease Control and Prevention | China

Dr. Wei Wu is a distinguished public health scientist specializing in labor and environmental hygiene, microbial epidemiology, and health data analytics. His research primarily explores the intersection of gut microbiota, metabolic diseases, and public health, employing advanced population cohort and multi-omics data analysis to uncover novel biomarkers and disease risk genes. Dr. Wu’s studies contribute significantly to understanding nutrient–gut flora–host interactions, guiding innovative therapeutic targets for metabolic and infectious diseases. He has also made substantial contributions to vaccine health economics and hygiene assessment in rail transit systems. As a postgraduate supervisor and active member of multiple national scientific committees, Dr. Wu plays a vital role in shaping public health policy and research in China. His impactful scientific output has earned recognition in leading journals, including Nature Medicine and Microbiome. According to Scopus, he has published 35 documents with over 1,577 citations, an h-index of 13, and his work is widely cited across 1,498 documents. On Google Scholar, his publications have similarly received extensive academic engagement, underscoring his global research influence in environmental and preventive health sciences.

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He, Y., Wu, W., Zheng, H. M., Li, P., McDonald, D., Sheng, H. F., et al. (2018). Regional variation limits applications of healthy gut microbiome reference ranges and disease models. Nature Medicine, 24(10), 1532–1535.

He, Y., Wu, W., Wu, S., Zheng, H. M., Li, P., Sheng, H. F., et al. (2018). Linking gut microbiota, metabolic syndrome and economic status based on a population-level analysis. Microbiome, 6(1), 172.

Guo, X., Yan, M., Huang, D., Chen, S., Zhang, D., Li, Z., Yang, X., & Wu, W. (2023). A large scale 16S ribosomal RNA gene amplicon dataset of hand, foot and mouth patients and healthy individuals. Scientific Data, 10(48), 1–6.

Yan, M., Guo, X., Ji, G., Huang, R., Huang, D., Li, Z., Zhang, D., Chen, S., Cao, R., Yang, X., & Wu, W. (2023). Mechanism-based role of the intestinal microbiota in gestational diabetes mellitus: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Frontiers in Immunology, 13(3), 1–13.

Wang, H., Luo, L., & Wu, W. (2023). SAS statistical analysis and applications from introduction to mastery (2nd ed.). Posts & Telecom Press.

Dr. Maryam Shojaee | Metabolomic | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Maryam Shojaee | Metabolomic | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Maryam Shojaee | Physcian Resident | Faculty of Medicine Tehran University of Medical Science | Canada

Dr. Maryam Shojaee is a highly dedicated medical researcher and clinician with a strong background in internal medicine, public health, and clinical research. Her professional journey reflects a dynamic blend of medical practice, research coordination, and scholarly contributions to advancing medical science. She has actively participated in research related to neonatology, infectious diseases, trauma, and public health, with special attention to COVID-19 outcomes, spinal cord injury management, and patient safety. Her experience spans clinical data extraction, literature reviews, and the publication of peer-reviewed articles that explore critical issues in medicine, including pulmonary hypertension, inflammatory biomarkers, and healthcare system challenges. Dr. Shojaee’s research work demonstrates a commitment to integrating clinical practice with academic inquiry to improve diagnostic and therapeutic outcomes. Her publications have collectively gained recognition, earning her 50 citations across 50 documents with an h-index of 2 on Scopus, while her Google Scholar profile reflects growing academic visibility and scholarly impact. She has also contributed to educational mentorship, academic discussions, and multidisciplinary collaborations in healthcare and research institutions. Her ongoing focus lies in translational research, clinical epidemiology, and improving patient-centered care through data-driven studies and evidence-based approaches.

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Kaveh, M., Mahboobipour, A. A., Bitaraf, A., Shojaei, M., & Mohammadpour Ahranjani, B. (2022). A prospective study of neonates with persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn: Prevalence, clinical outcomes, and risk factors. Iranian Journal of Neonatology.

Kheyri, Z., Metanat, S., Hosamirudsari, H., Akbarpour, S., Shojaei, M., Faraji, N., & Mansouri, F. (2022). Neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio cut-off point for COVID-19 mortality: A retrospective study. Acta Medica Iranica.

Masoud, S. A., Zahra, G., Habibi, A. R., Zahra, A., Mahdi, S. A., Moein, K., Shojaei, M., & Abbas, R. (2021). Reasons for delayed spinal cord decompression in individuals with traumatic spinal cord injuries in Iran: A qualitative study from the perspective of neurosurgeons. Chinese Journal of Traumatology.

Tabary, M., Ahmadi, S., Amirzade-Iranaq, M. H., Shojaei, M., Asl, M. S., Ghodsi, Z., & Azarhomayoun, A. (2021). The effectiveness of different types of motorcycle helmets: A scoping review. Accident Analysis & Prevention.