Mario Morales-Máximo | Bioenergy | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Mario Morales-Máximo | Bioenergy | Research Excellence Award

University Vasco de Quiiroga | Mexico

Featured Publications

A Prospective Study of the Exploitation of Pelagic Sargassum spp. as a Solid Biofuel Energy Source (2020).
LB López-Sosa, JJ Alvarado-Flores, JC Corral-Huacuz · Applied Sciences 10(23), 8706 · Citations: 71

Exploitation of Wood Waste of Pinus spp for Briquette Production: A Case Study in the Community of San Francisco Pichátaro, Michoacán, Mexico (2020).
M Morales-Máximo, VM Ruíz-García, LB López-Sosa · Applied Sciences 10(8), 2933 · Citations: 56

Briquettes from Pinus spp. Residues: Energy Savings and Emissions Mitigation in the Rural Sector (2022).
M Morales-Máximo, JG Rutiaga-Quiñones, O Masera · Energies 15(9), 3419 · Citations: 35

A new methodology for the development of appropriate technology: A case study for the development of a wood solar dryer (2019).
LB López-Sosa, J Núñez-González, A Beltrán, M Morales-Máximo · Sustainability 11(20), 5620 · Citations: 30

Characterization of Agricultural Residues of Zea mays for Their Application as Solid Biofuel (2022).
CN Morales-Máximo, LB López-Sosa, JG Rutiaga-Quiñones · Energies 15(19), 6870 · Citations: 28

Ms. Sara Qwaider | Sustainable | Women Researcher Award

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Ms. Sara Qwaider | Sustainable | Women Researcher Award 

Ms. Sara Qwaider | Sustainable | King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals | Saudi Arabia

Ms. Sara Qwaider is an accomplished urbanist, architect, and sustainable city design researcher with a strong academic foundation and research-driven professional journey focused on creating innovative, people-centered, and environmentally responsible urban environments. She holds a Master of Science in Architecture from King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals and a Bachelor of Architecture from Girne American University, where she developed an excellent command of design theories, technical expertise, and scientific methodology. Throughout her professional experience as a Research and Teaching Assistant in the Department of Architecture & City Design, a site manager assistant, a landscape design trainee, and a site engineer assistant, she demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities, team collaboration, design proficiency, and the ability to effectively manage multidisciplinary projects aligned with sustainability goals and Saudi Vision 2030. Her research interests include smart communities, GIS-based urban analytics, social sustainability, vernacular architecture, human behavior in public spaces, and the development of green frameworks that improve quality of life in rapidly growing cities. Ms. Sara Qwaider has contributed to prominent research initiatives such as smart campus development frameworks, green rating systems tailored to regional contexts, logistics urban parks, and social life cycle assessment adaptation to Saudi needs, reflecting her commitment to bridging design, data science, and sustainable development. She excels in research skills including architectural design analysis, urban data interpretation, project-based problem-solving, and the use of advanced digital technologies, supported by strong proficiency in AutoCAD, ArchiCAD, Twinmotion, Lumion, Photoshop, SketchUp, JASP, and Microsoft Office. She has been recognized with multiple honors including first-place wins in smart campus innovation and university research exhibitions, demonstrating her creativity and academic excellence. Her strengths lie in applying sustainability-focused design principles to real-world challenges, mentoring students, and presenting research in competitive academic environments. Areas for continued improvement include expanding international partnerships and increasing her publication volume in high-impact indexed journals to further elevate her research visibility.

Professional Profiles: ORCID

Selected Publications 

  1. Qwaider, S. (2024). GIS-based progress monitoring of SDGs toward achieving smart Saudi cities. 5 citations.

Dr. Majani Edward | Global Warming | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Majani Edward | Global Warming | Young Scientist Award 

Dr. Majani Edward, St.Francis University College of Health and Allied Sciences, Tanzania

Dr. Majani Edward is a distinguished global public health researcher and an influential leader dedicated to addressing health inequities through evidence-based research and transformative leadership. With over four years of experience, his expertise spans infectious diseases, non-communicable diseases, and primary health care. He is currently pursuing a Doctor of Medicine degree at St. Francis University College of Health and Allied Sciences, where his research focuses on caregivers’ readiness to attend epilepsy clinics for their children. Dr. Edward has held leadership roles as Chief of Party for youth-led research programs and has contributed significantly to global health discourse as an Associate Editor and Guest Editor for the Journal of Public Health Research. He has also served as a reviewer for multiple international journals. His academic journey includes fellowships and specialized training in research communication, data visualization, and implementation science. Passionate about empowering communities and fostering sustainable health systems, Dr. Edward continues to drive impactful research and advocacy initiatives to reduce health disparities worldwide.

Professional Profile:

ORCID

GOOGLE SCHOLAR

Summary of Suitability

Dr. Majani Edward is a distinguished global public health researcher and an influential leader with over four years of experience dedicated to advancing health equity. His work encompasses infectious diseases, non-communicable diseases, and primary health care, with a particular focus on addressing health disparities. As an Associate Editor at the Journal of Public Health Research under SAGE Publishing, Dr. Edward plays a pivotal role in disseminating vital public health knowledge by overseeing the peer review process and ensuring the publication of high-quality research. ​

🎓 Education:

  • Doctor of Medicine (2020 – 2025) | St. Francis University College of Health and Allied Sciences, Tanzania

    • Dissertation: Caregivers’ readiness to attend epilepsy clinic for their children and associated factors in Ifakara, Tanzania

    • Advisor: Professor Albino Kalolo

  • Research Project Management (2023-2024) | African Cancer Strategic Training Achievement for Research Success (STARS)

    • Dissertation: Clinical epidemiology and pathological profile of cervical cancer patients attending Good Samaritan Cancer Hospital in Ifakara, Tanzania

    • Advisor: Dr. Salvatory Mlaga

💼 Work Experience:

  • Chief of Party – Youth-Led Research Program (2024 – 2025) | Youth Health Action Network, Tanzania

    • Led youth-led research initiatives, empowering young researchers.

    • Managed timelines, objectives, and research execution.

    • Conducted capacity-building workshops and knowledge-sharing forums.

  • Guest Editor (December 2024 – Present) | Journal of Public Health Research (SAGE Publishing)

    • Leading a special collection on “Mpox: Global Perspectives, Public Health Response, and Future Directions.”

    • Collaborating with researchers on epidemiology and policy interventions.

  • Associate Editor (May 2024 – Present) | Journal of Public Health Research (SAGE Publishing)

    • Overseeing peer review processes for high-quality publications.

    • Coordinating with authors, reviewers, and editorial boards.

    • Enhancing journal visibility and impact.

  • Chief of Party – Gender-Based Violence & Leadership Program (2024) | Youth Health Action Network, Tanzania

    • Led strategies to combat gender-based violence and promote leadership among youth.

    • Supervised multidisciplinary teams and collaborated with stakeholders.

    • Monitored and evaluated program impact.

  • Reviewer (March 2022 – Present) | Journal of Health Science Reports, Advances in Research, International Journal of Surgery (IJS), Public Health Challenges

    • Conducted in-depth manuscript reviews, ensuring scientific rigor and clarity.

    • Provided constructive feedback to authors and editors.

    • Contributed to maintaining research integrity and high publication standards.

🏆 Achievements, Awards & Honors:

  • Research Communication Scholar (2025) 🗣️ | Leaders of Africa Institute

  • Data Visualization for Social Impact (2025) 📊 | Leaders of Africa Institute

  • Africa SDGs Mentorship Programme (2025) 🌍 | Advance Initiative for Innovation and Development

  • YALI Regional Leadership Center East Africa (2024) 🎓

  • International Summer School in Global Health (2024) 🏥 | Barcelona Institute of Global Health

  • Millennium Fellowship (2024) 🌟

  • Aspire Leaders Program (2024) 🚀 | Aspire Institute

  • Youth Capacity Building (YOCAB) (2023 – 2024) 📚 | Tanzania Health Summit

Publication Top Notes:

Climate change and contagion: the emerging threat of zoonotic diseases in Africa

Bullying Among University Students: Challenges and Future Direction

Timely Diagnosis of PID: Leveraging Ultrasound for Effective Management

Breaking the Silence: Ending the Stigma Around Gender‐Based Violence

TIMELY DIAGNOSIS OF PID: LEVERAGING ULTRASOUND FOR EFFECTIVE MANAGEMENT

ASSESSMENT OF THE APPLICATION OF RADIATION PHYSICS KNOWLEDGE DURING CLINICAL TRAININGS AMONG CLINICAL RADIOGRAPHY STUDENTS IN UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA, ENUGU CAMPUS

 

Prof. Menglan Lv | Organic Solar Cells | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Menglan Lv | Organic Solar Cells | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Menglan Lv, Guizhou University, China

Menglan Lv is a professor at Guizhou University, specializing in organic solar cells. She earned her Ph.D. from the Chengdu Institute of Organic Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, in 2014. Her research focuses on the development of high-efficiency organic photovoltaic materials and devices. With 48 published documents, over 1,200 citations, and an h-index of 16, she has made significant contributions to the field of renewable energy. Her recent work includes advancements in cellulose-derived hydrogels for solar steam generation, surface-defective graphene quantum dots for plant growth, and high-efficiency binary organic solar cells. Through her research and academic leadership, she continues to push the boundaries of sustainable energy technologies

Professional Profile:

SCOPUS

Suitability of Menglan Lv for the Best Researcher Award

Dr. Menglan Lv is a highly qualified candidate for the Best Researcher Award, given her significant contributions to organic solar cells and sustainable energy research. With a Ph.D. from Chengdu Institute of Organic Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences (2014) and a professorship at Guizhou University, she has made substantial advancements in the field of renewable energy materials.

🎓 Education & Work Experience

  • Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry (2014) – Chengdu Institute of Organic Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences

  • Professor – Guizhou University, Guiyang, China

🏆 Achievements & Contributions

  • Pioneering Research in Organic Solar Cells 🌞🔬
    Focuses on enhancing efficiency and stability in next-generation solar energy solutions.

  • Extensive Publications 📚

    • 48 scientific papers published

    • 1,338 citations by 1,204 documents

    • h-index: 16

  • Key Research Highlights

    • Cellulose-derived hydrogel for solar steam generation 🌊☀️

    • Graphene quantum dots for plant growth & virus resistance 🌱🛡️

    • High-efficiency binary organic solar cells with 19.3% efficiency ⚡🔋

🏅 Awards & Honors

  • Recognized for significant contributions to organic photovoltaic materials and sustainable energy solutions 🌍🌱

  • Recipient of multiple academic and research grants for solar cell advancements 💡💰

Publication Top Notes:

Cellulose-derived hydrogel with low vaporization enthalpy enables highly efficient solar steam generation

Screening Surface-Defective Graphene Quantum Dots: Promoting Plant Growth and Combating Phytovirus

Crystallization-Induced Dimerization and Solution-Phase Bond Dissociation of Stable Dibenzoolympicenyl Radicals

Achieving 19.3%-efficiency binary organic solar cells via synergistically dual-phases morphology control

Prof. Yaira Hamama-raz | Greenhouse Award | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Yaira Hamama-raz | Greenhouse Award | Best Researcher Award 

Prof. Yaira Hamama-raz, Ariel University, Israel

Yaira Hamama Raz, in Israel, is a prominent figure in the field of social work and psycho-oncology. She completed her B.A. and M.A. at Tel Aviv University, where she also earned her Ph.D. focusing on the psychological adjustment of melanoma survivors. Yaira’s academic career spans various roles at Ariel University, from External Lecturer to her current position as a Tenured Full Professor at the School of Social Work. With extensive professional experience, including her work as a mental health officer in the Israel Defense Forces and a social worker in gyneco-oncology, Yaira has made significant contributions to the welfare of vulnerable populations. She has served on numerous academic committees and scientific boards, actively engaging in research on health care and social issues, particularly in relation to climate change and mental health. Yaira continues to impact the field through her dedication to education, research, and clinical practice, alongside her commitment to social justice and health equity.

Professional Profile:

ORCID 

Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award: Yaira Hamama Raz:

Yaira Hamama Raz’s extensive academic and professional background makes her an exceptional candidate for the Best Researcher Award. With a strong foundation in social work and psycho-oncology, she has demonstrated a commitment to advancing research in the mental health field, particularly concerning vulnerable populations.

Education:

  1. B.A. in Social Work
    • Institution: Tel Aviv University
    • Years: 1986-1989
  2. M.A. in Social Work
    • Institution: Tel Aviv University
    • Years: 1992-1996
    • Thesis Title: Fear of personal death among physicians
    • Supervisors: Prof. Zahava Solomon and Prof. Abraham Ohari
  3. Ph.D. in Social Work
    • Institution: Tel Aviv University
    • Years: 1997-2003
    • Thesis Title: Psychological adjustment of melanoma survivors: Contribution of gender, gender identity, cognitive appraisal, hardiness, and attachment style
    • Supervisor: Prof. Zahava Solomon
  4. Postdoctoral Fellowship
    • Institution: Adler Research Center for Child Welfare and Protection, School of Social Work, Tel Aviv University
    • Years: 2005-2007

Work Experience:

  1. Mental Health Officer
    • Organization: Mental Health Department, Israel Defense Forces
    • Years: 1989-1990
  2. Social Worker with Families
    • Organization: Ramat Gan’s Welfare Department, Israel
    • Years: 1990-1992
  3. Social Worker with Young Women in Distress
    • Organization: Ramat Gan’s Welfare Department, Israel
    • Years: 1992-1994
  4. Social Worker, Gyneco-oncology Unit
    • Organization: Rabin Medical Center, Petach Tikva, Israel
    • Years: 1995-2005
  5. Head of Individual Psychotherapy Division
    • Organization: “One in Nine” Israel Association for Breast Cancer
    • Years: 2006-2009
  6. Social Worker – Psycho-oncology Therapist
    • Organization: Private Clinic
    • Years: 2009-present

Publication top Notes:

Does Climate Change Worry Decrease during Armed Conflicts?

Oocyte freezing intention for non-medical reasons: the interplay with childbearing intention, age and self efficacy

Experience of Miscarriage versus Stillbirth: Differences in Fear of Childbirth, Adjustment Disorder, and Optimism

Professional Quality of Life Among Professionals Working with People with Eating Disorders: The Interplay Between Meaning in Work, Optimism, and Career Duration

Vigor among health-care professionals at the workplace: the role of intra- and inter-personal resources

Dr. Modupe Ojewumi | Environmentalism Award | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Modupe Ojewumi | Environmentalism Award | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Modupe Ojewumi, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, United States

Engr. Modupe Elizabeth Ojewumi is a researcher in Prof. Gang Chen’s Laboratory at the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, FAMU-FSU College of Engineering in Tallahassee, FL, A Nigerian citizen, whose research in the US focuses on Environmental Management with current research on the effects of mercury on underwater concrete and the production of hydrochar from waste for heavy metal removal. She completed her degree in Chemical Engineering at Covenant University, Nigeria, Her research there optimized the production of protein nutrients from Parkia biglobosa seeds.She completed her PhD in Chemical Engineering at Covenant University, Nigeria, where she was the first female to earn a PhD in the department and within the stipulated period. Dr. Ojewumi holds an M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Lagos, Nigeria, and a B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering from Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Nigeria. Her work includes 65 academic publications, 10 conference papers, contributions to three book chapters, and several innovations, including a mosquito breeder and a bioreactor. Her research has garnered 1146 citations on Google Scholar and 370 citations on Scopus. She completed her PhD in Chemical Engineering at Covenant University, Nigeria, where she was the first female to earn a PhD in the department and within the stipulated period.

Professional Profile:

Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award:

Engr. Modupe Elizabeth Ojewumi is a distinguished researcher currently working in Prof. Gang Chen’s Laboratory at the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, FAMU-FSU College of Engineering, Tallahassee, FL, Her academic credentials include:

Work Experience:

Various Positions (Including Research and Teaching)

    • Covenant University, University of Lagos, and Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, where contributions to chemical engineering and environmental studies were significant.

Publication top Notes:

Microstructure, Corrosion and Mechanical Performance of Zinc-Doped CuO/Nb Refinement on Mild Steel

Hydrochar Production by Hydrothermal Carbonization: Microwave versus Supercritical Water Treatment

Enhancing rubber (Hevea brasiliensis) seed shell biochar through acid-base modification for effective phenol removal from aqueous environments

Biodegradation of waste papers: A sustainable technology for a clean environment

Molecular Compositions and Morphological Structures of Fermented African Locust Bean Seed (Parkia biglobosa)

Bio-Conversion of Waste Paper Into Fermentable Sugars—A Review