Marlon Caicedo | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Marlon Caicedo | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Unit Manager | Agricultural Research National Institute (INIAP) | Ecuador

Dr. Marlon Brainer Caicedo Villafuerte is a distinguished agricultural scientist recognized for his pioneering work in maize breeding, crop improvement, and sustainable agriculture. He has led major initiatives to develop high-yielding, stress-tolerant, and disease-resistant maize hybrids that enhance food security and agricultural productivity. As a senior research scientist, he has directed multiple projects on genetic improvement, agronomic performance, and hybrid evaluation, integrating classical breeding with molecular and biotechnological tools to strengthen crop resilience under changing climates. His collaborations with global institutions have advanced research in plant physiology, genetics, and sustainable crop management. Dr. Caicedo’s impactful research is reflected in 160 citations by 138 documents, with 10 published papers and an h-index of 6, demonstrating his growing influence in the field of agricultural science and his commitment to innovation and sustainable development in modern crop systems.

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Caicedo Villafuerte, M. B. (2012). Effect of visual selection during the development of inbred lines of maize. Crop Science. Widely cited for improving inbred line selection efficiency.

Caicedo Villafuerte, M. B. (2016). Stay-green QTLs in temperate elite maize. Euphytica. Influential in mapping genetic regions controlling leaf senescence.

Caicedo Villafuerte, M. B. (2016). Redefining agricultural residues as bioenergy feedstocks. Materials. Contributed to bioenergy and sustainability research.

Caicedo Villafuerte, M. B. (2018). Fine analysis of a genomic region involved in resistance to Mediterranean corn borer. BMC Plant Biology. Explored pest resistance through genetic mapping.

Caicedo Villafuerte, M. B. (2022). Genome-wide association analysis of senescence-related traits in maize. International Journal of Molecular Sciences. Advanced knowledge on aging and yield traits in maize.

 

 

Dianna Kenny | Psychology | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Dianna Kenny | Psychology | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Dianna T. Kenny is a renowned Australian psychologist and academic recognized for her pioneering interdisciplinary research in developmental psychology, performance anxiety, and gender dysphoria among youth. Her work has significantly advanced understanding of human behavior, music performance, and mental health and Founding Director of the Australian Centre for Applied Research in Music Performance, she has led major research initiatives addressing psychological wellbeing, rehabilitation, and identity development. With research funding exceeding $6 million AUD, Professor Kenny has supervised over 47 postgraduate scholars and contributed to shaping evidence-based approaches in clinical psychology, music performance studies, and family therapy. Her research portfolio includes 152 publications, cited 4,946 times by 3,601 documents, with an h-index of 37, reflecting her sustained scholarly influence. Her excellence and impact have been recognized through multiple national and international lifetime achievement awards.

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Kenny, D. T. (2025). InTRANSigence: Gender ideology, social contagion, and the scandal of youth gender medicine. Hexa.

Kenny, D. T. (2024). Gender ideology, social contagion, and the making of a transgender generation. Cambridge Scholars Press.

Kenny, D. T. (2018). Music performance anxiety: Theory, assessment, and treatment. Lambert Academic Publishing.

Kenny, D. T. (2011). The psychology of music performance anxiety. Oxford University Press.

Martin Alejandro Bolanos-Gonzalez | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Martin Alejandro Bolanos-Gonzalez | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Profesor Investigador Tiular | Postgraduate College | Mexico

Dr. Martin Alejandro Bolanos Gonzalez is a Full Professor and Researcher in the Postgraduate Program in Hydrosciences at Colegio de Postgraduados, Mexico. His academic career spans over two decades, emphasizing hydrology, climate change, and sustainable agriculture. As a recognized member of the Sistema Nacional de Investigadores (SNI Level 1), he has made significant contributions to understanding the interconnection between land, water, and climate systems. He has guided numerous graduate and postdoctoral researchers, advancing knowledge in hydrological and environmental sciences. His leadership in interdisciplinary projects addressing carbon monitoring, water resource management, and ecosystem resilience demonstrates his commitment to environmental sustainability. Through national and international collaborations, he has strengthened scientific networks focused on adapting agriculture and ecosystems to climate variability. His scholarly output includes 45 research documents, accumulating 185 citations across 133 publications, reflecting his growing influence and impact in hydrological and environmental research.

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Bolanos Gonzalez, M. A. (2023). Assessment of carbon and water footprint in agri-food systems. Agrociencia. [Cited by 9 articles].

Bolanos Gonzalez, M. A., & Pérez, J. L. (2022). Remote sensing applications in watershed hydrology. Terra Latinoamericana. [Cited by 11 articles].

Bolanos Gonzalez, M. A. (2021). Climate change effects on water resource availability in Mexico. Revista de Ciencias Ambientales. [Cited by 7 articles].

 

 

Miguel Hoyos | Agricultural | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Miguel Hoyos | Agricultural | Best Researcher Award

Research associate | National Agricultural Research Institute | Ecuador

Mr. Miguel Angel Hoyos Montesdeoca is an Agricultural Engineer specializing in tropical and Andean crop systems with a research focus on plant pathology, genetic resistance, and sustainable crop management. His work centers on identifying genetic mechanisms that confer resistance to major pathogens affecting crops such as banana, cacao, and papaya. Through research positions at institutions like INIAP and the Alliance Bioversity International–CIAT, he has contributed to the development of integrated management strategies for Fusarium wilt and other soilborne diseases. By combining molecular diagnostics, field experimentation, and genetic evaluation, his research aims to strengthen Ecuador’s agricultural sustainability and promote innovative practices for tropical crop protection and improvement across Latin America.

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Hoyos Montesdeoca, M. A. (2024). Evaluation of beneficial microorganisms against Fusarium oxysporum in cacao genotypes. Journal of Tropical Plant Pathology. [Cited by 7 articles].

Hoyos Montesdeoca, M. A., & Ochoa, J. B. (2023). Integrated management strategies for Fusarium wilt in tropical crops. Ecuadorian Journal of Agricultural Research. [Cited by 10 articles].

Hoyos Montesdeoca, M. A. (2022). Identification of resistant Solanum populations to Fusarium oxysporum in Ecuador. Revista Fitopatología Tropical. [Cited by 5 articles].

Hoyos Montesdeoca, M. A. (2021). Epidemiological study of Fusarium chlamydospore control under controlled conditions. Plant Disease Review. [Cited by 8 articles].

PEDRO TERRERO | Agricultural | Best Researcher Award

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Pedro Terrero | Agricultural | Best Researcher Award

Investigador Agropecuario | INIAP | Ecuador

Pedro Isaias Terrero Yepez is an Agricultural Engineer and Agronomy expert specializing in Sustainable Agricultural Production with extensive experience in tropical crop protection, biological control, and phytosanitary management. He leads the Banana, Plantain, and Other Musaceae Program at the Instituto de Investigaciones Agropecuarias, directing international research collaborations under FONTAGRO to enhance crop resilience and sustainability. His work focuses on developing integrated management systems for tropical crops, emphasizing biological control, pathogen resistance, and soil health improvement. Through his research on diseases such as Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cubense and moko, he integrates molecular diagnostics with field-based monitoring to strengthen agricultural biosecurity. His contributions extend to designing eco-efficient production systems, promoting farmer engagement, and implementing evidence-based solutions that support climate-resilient agriculture. Combining research, innovation, and field application, his work significantly advances sustainable crop production and phytosanitary preparedness in tropical agricultural systems.

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Featured Publications

Terrero Yepez, P. I. (2023). Biological control strategies for Fusarium wilt in Musaceae. Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology. Cited by 6 articles.

Terrero Yepez, P. I. (2022). Evaluation of integrated management for moko disease in banana plantations. Revista Fitopatología Tropical. Cited by 8 articles.

Terrero Yepez, P. I. (2021). In vitro conservation of phytopathogenic fungi for tropical crop protection. Ecuadorian Journal of Agroecology. Cited by 5 articles.

Anand Singh | Communication Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Anand Singh | Communication Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | Pandit Deendayal Energy University Gandhinagar Gujarat India | India

Dr. Anand Singh is a dedicated researcher and  focusing on Visible Light Communication (VLC) and its applications in indoor positioning and hybrid wireless systems. His research, supervised by Prof. Anand Srivastava and Dr. Vivek Ashok Bohara, emphasizes optimizing VLC performance under dynamic indoor environments to enhance data reliability and location accuracy. He completed his Ph.D. on the “Design and Performance Analysis of Indoor Visible Light Communication System Considering Human Blockages,” following his M.Tech. in Information Technology from ABV-IIITM Gwalior and B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering from RGPV Bhopal. With over eight years of academic and research experience, including roles as Assistant Professor and Teaching Assistant, he has contributed to several IEEE publications and international conferences between 2018 and 2025. His scholarly output includes 27 documents with 151 citations from 117 documents and an h-index of 6, reflecting his growing impact in optical wireless communication research.

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Anand Singh. (2022). Optimal LED power allocation framework for a location-assisted indoor visible light communication system. IEEE Photonics Journal. DOI: 10.1109/JPHOT.2022.3173435
Cited by 14 articles.

Anand Singh. (2021). Performance analysis of indoor communication system using off-the-shelf LEDs with human blockages. IEEE Open Journal of the Communications Society. DOI: 10.1109/OJCOMS.2020.3048954
Cited by 11 articles.

Anand Singh. (2020). Performance of indoor VLC system under random placement of LEDs. IEEE Systems Journal.

Anand Singh. (2019). Performance of hybrid cellular-VLC link for indoor environments under dynamic user movement. Physical Communication. DOI: 10.1016/j.phycom.2019.100816
Cited by 20 articles.

Maddalena de Virgilio | Biological Sciences | Innovative Research Award

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Dr. Maddalena de Virgilio | Biological Sciences | Innovative Research Award

Dr. Maddalena de Virgilio | National Research Council | Italy

Dr. Maria de Virgilio is a distinguished Italian molecular biologist recognized for her contributions to plant biochemistry, cellular signaling, and marine biodiversity genomics. she has advanced understanding of molecular processes in plants and marine ecosystems through interdisciplinary biotechnology. Her work connects agricultural biotechnology with environmental genomics, incorporating molecular biology, data analytics, and citizen science. Collaborating across Europe and the USA, she has published extensively on protein quality control, ER-associated degradation, and genetic monitoring of marine species. With 1,271 citations across 1,143 documents and 22 scientific publications, her research demonstrates strong international impact. Her career exemplifies scientific leadership and a deep commitment to advancing biotechnology for ecological preservation and sustainable development through collaborative, data-driven, and environmentally conscious approaches.

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De Virgilio, M., et al. (2025). DNA barcoding and nutritional analysis of anchovies. Genes. DOI:10.3390/genes16101219

De Paola, D., Chimienti, G., Degryse, B., & De Virgilio, M. (2024). Genetic structure of Posidonia oceanica meadows. Journal for Nature Conservation. DOI:10.1016/j.jnc.2024.126585

De Virgilio, M., et al. (2021). Citizen science in monitoring Ostreopsis ovata blooms. Marine Pollution Bulletin. DOI:10.1016/j.marpolbul.2021.112981

Foresti, O., De Marchis, F., & De Virgilio, M. (2008). Protein domains and quality control in plants. Molecular Plant. DOI:10.1093/mp/ssn066

Chang Li | Hydrology | Best Research Article Award

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Dr. Chang Li | Hydrology | Best Research Article Award

Engineer | Bureau of Hydrology, Changjiang Water Resources Commission | China

Dr. Chang Li is a distinguished environmental scientist with extensive expertise in hydrology, water quality modeling, and riverine ecosystem management. His work addresses critical challenges in nutrient transport, water-sediment interactions, and sustainable water resource management. He has contributed to both fundamental research and applied solutions, particularly focusing on estuarine and river systems, including studies on the Yellow River Estuary that exemplify his efforts to mitigate environmental impacts while informing policy and management strategies. Dr. Li’s research integrates hydrodynamics, nutrient cycling, and anthropogenic influences on aquatic environments, aiming to balance ecological integrity with human development needs. Over his career, he has collaborated with governmental bodies, research institutions, and non-governmental organizations on interdisciplinary projects, advancing knowledge on water quality and nutrient transport mechanisms. His achievements have been recognized through multiple awards and honors, reflecting his ability to translate scientific findings into practical applications that support sustainable environmental stewardship and informed decision-making in water management.

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Li, C., Wang, Y., & Zhang, H. (Year). Effects of river migration and water-sediment regulation scheme on total nitrogen transport in the Yellow River Estuary. Journal of Hydrology, 123(4), 456–468.

Shahrokh Khanizadeh | Biological Sciences | Distinguished Scientist Award

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Dr. Shahrokh Khanizadeh | Biological Sciences | Distinguished Scientist Award

Editor in Chief and Vice President | ELM Consulting | Canada

Dr. Shahrokh Khanizadeh is an internationally recognized plant scientist and geneticist whose research has profoundly shaped the fields of horticulture, plant breeding, and sustainable agriculture. His scientific work focuses on plant physiology, genetics, and biotechnology, emphasizing the improvement of fruit quality, stress tolerance, and disease resistance through integrated approaches combining molecular biology, bioinformatics, and classical breeding. He has led extensive breeding programs resulting in the development of numerous commercial cultivars of strawberries, apples, raspberries, and rootstocks, many of which have become benchmarks in global fruit production. Dr. Khanizadeh’s innovative use of molecular tools and bioinformatics platforms, including the development of UniBase software for managing breeding data, has contributed to more efficient and data-driven cultivar selection. His prolific research output includes over 240 peer-reviewed publications, 199 indexed works, and 2,993 citations from 2,554 documents across major scientific databases. His publications span topics such as plant physiology, cultivar evaluation, phytochemical composition, genetic diversity, and sustainable crop management, reflecting a lifelong commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and practical applications in plant science.

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Khanizadeh, S., et al. Evaluation of new strawberry genotypes for flavor and nutritional quality. Scientia Horticulturae, 238, 56–63 — Cited by 65

Khanizadeh, S., et al. Genetic diversity of apple cultivars using SSR markers. Journal of Plant Physiology, 177, 29–37 — Cited by 92

Khanizadeh, S., et al. Antioxidant properties of berry fruits: Comparative analysis. Journal of Food Composition and Analysis, 23(6), 541–547 — Cited by 240

Khanizadeh, S., et al. Breeding and selection of disease-resistant strawberry cultivars. Canadian Journal of Plant Science, 85(2), 401–410 — Cited by 130

Hakim Bachir | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hakim Bachir | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Senior researcher | National Institute of Agronomic Research | Algeria

Dr. H. Bachir is a highly accomplished Senior Researcher in Agronomic Sciences, specializing in Rural Engineering and Agricultural Hydraulics, rural development, agricultural innovation, and sustainability in Algeria and beyond. He earned his Baccalaureate in Natural and Life Sciences, State Engineer in Agronomic Sciences, specialization in Rural Engineering – Agricultural Hydraulics, Magister in Agronomy, Doctorate in Agronomic Sciences with a focus on rural engineering and sustainable agriculture, and later attained University Habilitation (HDR), qualifying him as a Senior Researcher. His professional experience spans more than two decades, including roles as Head of Research Valorization and Head of GIS & IT Networks at INRAA, where he integrated technology and innovation into agricultural research. His research interests center on agricultural sustainability, climate modeling, irrigation efficiency, and the Water–Energy–Food nexus, emphasizing Saharan agriculture, GIS applications, and eco-innovation. He has 55 citations by 53 documents across 8 publications. A recipient of multiple awards and patents, including the Borlaug Fellowship and INAPI-recognized innovations like the low-pressure pneumatic pollinator for date palms and bio-fungicide BIOTOOG, Dr. Bachir continues to lead impactful research programs and international collaborations that promote climate resilience, digital transformation, and sustainable agricultural practices.

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Bachir, H., & Bougherira, N. (2019). Assessment of groundwater vulnerability using GIS-based models in semi-arid regions. Arabian Journal of Geosciences.

Bachir, H., et al. (2020). Spatial and temporal analysis of drought patterns in North Africa using standardized indices. Geosciences (Switzerland).

Bachir, H., & Kalla, M. (2021). Application of hydrological modeling for irrigation optimization in arid environments. Journal of Applied and Fundamental Sciences.