Pedro Machado | Habitable Worlds | Research Excellence Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Pedro Machado | Habitable Worlds | Research Excellence Award

Institute of Astrophysics and Space Sciences | Portugal

Dr. Pedro Machado is a leading researcher in planetary sciences, specializing in atmospheric dynamics and spectroscopic analysis of solar system bodies. His work advances understanding of planetary atmospheres, cloud structures, and formation processes through innovative observational and modeling techniques. With 30 publications, 740 citations, and an h-index of 13, he demonstrates strong academic productivity and impact. He has engaged in extensive international collaborations, contributing to high-quality, peer-reviewed research. His expertise in remote sensing and planetary data interpretation supports space exploration initiatives and enhances scientific knowledge with broad societal relevance in advancing planetary science and future exploratory missions.

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Islam Omar | Image Classification | AI in Astro Bio Award

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Mr. Islam Omar | Image Classification | AI in Astro Bio Award

New Mexico State University | United States

Mr. Islam Omar is an applied machine learning and data science researcher whose work spans geospatial analytics, environmental informatics, medical imaging, and network systems. He has published in venues including IEEE HPEC, Optics and Lasers in Engineering, Medical Principles and Practice, and major geoscience conferences. According to Google Scholar, he has 10 publications, 6 citations, and an h-index of 1. His research demonstrates the effectiveness of ensemble and deep learning models for prostate cancer risk prediction, UAV-based 2D building detection, short-term drought impact forecasting, and smart network traffic prediction. These contributions highlight methodological rigor in preprocessing, model comparison, and performance evaluation, advancing practical decision support across health, climate resilience, and infrastructure analytics with reproducible workflows and transparent validation protocols approaches.

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A Comparison of Systematic, Targeted, and Combined Biopsy Using Machine Learning for Prediction of Prostate Cancer Risk: A Multi-Center Study

– M.A. Arafa, I. Omar, K.H. Farhat, M. Elshinawy, F. Khan, F.A. Alkhathami, et al. · Medical Principles and Practice, 2024 · Cited by 5


An automated system for 2D building detection from UAV-based geospatial datasets

– A. Elaksher, I. Omar, D. Sanjenis, J.R. Velasco, M. Lao · Optics and Lasers in Engineering, 2025 · Cited by 1


Prediction and Forecast of Short-Term Drought Impacts Using Machine Learning to Support Mitigation and Adaptation Efforts

– H.M.E. Geli, I. Omar, M.Y. Elshinawy, D.W. DuBios, L. Prehodko, K.H. Smith, et al. · arXiv preprint, 2025

Elena Neverova-Dziopak | Water & Life | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Elena Neverova-Dziopak | Water & Life | Research Excellence Award

AGH University | Poland

Prof. Elena Neverova-Dziopak is a leading researcher in environmental engineering and water quality management, with a strong focus on eutrophication, wastewater treatment, and sustainable water resource protection. Her research integrates analytical assessment, computer simulation, and policy-oriented approaches to mitigate nutrient pollution in surface and coastal waters. According to Scopus, she has authored 25 peer-reviewed publications, which have received 391 citations, reflecting a solid international impact with an h-index of 6. Her scholarly output includes high-quality journal articles, conference proceedings, and scientific monographs published with international publishers. Her work is widely cited in studies addressing water framework implementation, nutrient discharge standards, and circular economy solutions in water management, and supports evidence-based strategies for aquatic ecosystem restoration worldwide and long-term sustainability goals.

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An analytical review of different approaches to wastewater discharge standards with particular emphasis on nutrients

– M. Preisner, E. Neverova-Dziopak, Z. Kowalewski · Environmental Management, 2020


Analysis of eutrophication potential of municipal wastewater

– M. Preisner, E. Neverova-Dziopak, Z. Kowalewski · Water Science and Technology, 2020


Assessment of a metallurgical plant impact on the Sea of Azov

– E. Neverova-Dziopak, O. Dan · Geomatics and Environmental Engineering, 2022


Foundation and application of a new method of trophic state assessment

– E. Neverova-Dziopak, Z. Kowalewski · Geomatics and Environmental Engineering, 2018


Mitigation of eutrophication caused by wastewater discharge: a simulation-based approach

– M. Preisner, E. Neverova-Dziopak, Z. Kowalewski · Ambio, 2021

Levent Kaya | Environmental Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Levent Kaya | Environmental Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat University | Turkey

Assist. Prof. Dr. Levent Kaya is an aviation management scholar whose research integrates sustainability, crisis management, service quality, and stakeholder theory within the aviation and air transport sectors. His work emphasizes evidence-based analysis of airline operations, airport services, and higher education in aviation, with particular attention to safety, resilience, and environmental responsibility. He has published in peer-reviewed international and national journals indexed in recognized databases, and has contributed to conference proceedings and edited academic books. His interdisciplinary approach combines marketing communication, management sciences, and aviation studies to address contemporary challenges such as decarbonization, crisis response, and passenger behavior. Dr. Levent Kaya’s research contributes to both theory and practice by offering applied models and sector-specific insights relevant to airlines, airports, regulators, and academic institutions.

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Decarbonizing the Skies: A Multidimensional Analysis of Sustainable Aviation from the Perspective of Industry Executives in Türkiye

– M. Akca, L. Kaya, L. Akbulut, A. Atılgan, A. Çoşgun, A. Akbulut · Sustainability, 2026


Atatürk Havalimanı Saldırısında Kadın Havacılar Gözüyle Kriz Yönetimi

– M. H. Uncular, L. Kaya · Gümüşhane Üniversitesi İletişim Fakültesi Elektronik Dergisi, 2023

Faezeh Eskandari | Plasma Nitriding | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Faezeh Eskandari  | plasma nitriding | Best Researcher Award

PhD candidate at  Isfahan University of Technology, Iran.

F. Eskandari is a highly promising early-career researcher in Materials Engineering with a specialization in surface engineering and tribocorrosion. His academic excellence, focused research on critical materials issues, and respectable publication track record establish him as a suitable candidate for a Best Researcher Award. The research is well-aligned with technological demands in medical implants, corrosion resistance, and wear reduction—areas of significant scientific and industrial interest.

👨‍🎓Profiles

🛠️ Experience

Faezeh Eskandari has over 3 years of experience working as an XRD operator  at Isfahan University of Technology’s Faculty of Materials Engineering , performing metallographic analysis on various materials (steel, aluminum, etc.) ; her past work with friction stir processing improved the surface behavior of AISI 430 ferritic stainless steel, reducing wear rates by 40% ; her research also includes working on CoCrMo alloys for biomedical applications.

🏅 Awards and Honors

Faezeh Eskandari is a proud member of Iran’s National Elites Foundation , recognized for her academic excellence , and has received accolades for her work in surface science and materials engineering; her research contributions have been highlighted in prestigious journals such as Tribology-Materials, Surfaces & Interfaces , and she actively contributes to the scientific community through her professional memberships in the Iranian Society of Surface Science & Technology .

🔬 Research Focus

Faezeh’s research focuses on surface engineering technologies such as plasma nitriding and friction stir processing ; she aims to improve wear resistance and enhance biomedical properties of alloys like AISI 430 and CoCrMo ; her work explores the effects of plasma nitriding on creating hybrid nano/microstructures for enhanced performance in industrial and medical applications ; she also has expertise in metallography and XRD for material characterization .

🏆Conclusion 

Faezeh Eskandari is a highly accomplished researcher with a solid foundation in surface engineering, friction stir processing, and biomedical applications . Her dedication, innovation, and academic excellence make her a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. With a few adjustments in collaboration and environmental focus, she has the potential to further elevate the practical impact of her research. Overall, her achievements in improving material properties and contributing to scientific knowledge mark her as a promising leader in the field .

📚 Publications 

 

  • Title: Corrosion behavior of friction stir processed AISI 430 ferritic stainless steel
    Author: F Eskandari, M Atapour, MA Golozar, B Sadeghi, P Cavaliere
    Year: 2019
    Link: Materials Research Express, 6 (8), 086532 (IOPscience link)

 

 

  • Title: Plasma nitriding of a cast CoCrMo alloy: Induced hybrid micro/nano surface, microstructures, in-vitro corrosion and bioactivity performance
    Author: F Eskandari, F Ashrafizadeh, A Eslami
    Year: 2025
    Link: Surface and Coatings Technology, 132232 (link available when the paper is published)