Liqiang Jia | Biological Sciences | Innovative Research Award

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Dr. Liqiang Jia | Biological Sciences | Innovative Research Award

Dr. Liqiang Jia | Guizhou Education University | China

Dr. Liqiang Jia is a plant molecular biologist recognized for advancing crop genomics, stress physiology, and molecular mechanisms underlying plant development. His scientific impact is reflected in 108 citations across 88 documents, supported by a portfolio of 6 publications and an h-index of 5. His research spans functional gene characterization, chlorophyll regulation, iron homeostasis, root system architecture, mitochondrial protein function, and ubiquitin-conjugating enzyme families in key crops such as rice, sorghum, and banana. Utilizing integrative genomics, molecular genetics, and transcriptomic analyses, he uncovers regulatory pathways driving plant growth, stress resilience, and nutrient efficiency. His discoveries in developmental regulation and stress-response networks contribute to innovation in plant biotechnology and sustainable agriculture. Through continued contributions in functional genomics, he enhances understanding of crop performance and biological adaptation.

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Featured Publications 

Li, Z., Mo, W., Jia, L., et al. (2019). Rice FLUORESCENT1 is involved in the regulation of chlorophyll. Plant Cell Physiology, 60(10), 2307–2318.

Jia, L., Zhao, Q., & Chen, S. (2019). Evolution and expression analysis of the sorghum ubiquitin-conjugating enzyme family. Functional Plant Biology, 46(3), 236–247.

Dong, C., Hu, H., Jue, D., Zhao, Q., Chen, H., Xie, J., & Jia, L. (2016). The banana E2 gene family: Genomic identification, characterization, expression profiling analysis. Plant Science, 245, 11–24.

Jia, L., Wu, Z., Hao, X., et al. (2011). Identification of SPR1 involved in root development and iron homeostasis in rice. New Phytologist, 189(3), 843–855.

Jia, L., Zhang, B., Mao, C., et al. (2008). OsCYT-INV1 for alkaline/neutral invertase is involved in root cell development and reproductivity in rice. Planta, 228(1), 51–59.

 

UKBE SIRAYDER | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Ukbe Sırayder | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation | Nuh Naci Yazgan University | Turkey

Dr. Ukbe Sırayder is an academic and researcher specializing in physical therapy and rehabilitation, with expertise in cardiorespiratory and pulmonary rehabilitation.they have advanced from Research Assistant to Associate Professor (Doktor Öğretim Üyesi) at Nuh Naci Yazgan University’s Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation. Dr. Şırayder earned a Ph.D. in Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation from Hacettepe University, following a master’s degree in the same field and a second master’s in Public Law, complementing a Bachelor of Law from Erciyes University. Their professional experience includes teaching courses in pulmonary rehabilitation, exercise physiology, and clinical practice, conducting research projects such as a multidisciplinary home-care study after total knee arthroplasty, and serving in administrative roles including Head of Department (Therapy and Rehabilitation) and Deputy Head of Medical Services & Technical Departments. Their research explores pulmonary and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, functional capacity, inspiratory muscle training, and respiratory health in post-COVID-19 patients, scoliosis surgery patients, and occupationally exposed populations. Though formal awards are not listed, Dr. Şırayder has received recognition through full-tuition appointment, leadership roles, and frequent acceptance of research in international journals and conferences. Key publications include studies on blue/red light exposure and cognitive performance and on long-term COVID-19 impacts on respiratory function, highlighting their growing impact in rehabilitation research.

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Featured Publications

Sırayder, U., Orunoğlu, M., & Yılmaz, O. (2025). Acute effects of blue and red light exposure on cognitive performance, exercise capacity, perceived effort, and dynamic balance: A randomized crossover study. Journal of Exercise Science & Fitness, 23(4), 389–398.

Sırayder, U., İnal İnce, D., Kepenek Varol, B., & Açık, C. (2022). Long-term characteristics of severe COVID-19: Respiratory function, functional capacity, and quality of life. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 19(10), 6304.