Doaa Alqaidy | Biophotonics in Diagnostics | Research Excellence Award Published on 24/04/2026 by Biophotonics Research After Completing the Registration Process, your Biography will be displayed here. Register by using your Entry ID: 29149 Register Here
Shyy-Woei Chang | Computational Biophotonics Methods | Research Excellence Award Published on 09/04/202609/04/2026 by Biophotonics Research Prof. Dr. Shyy-Woei Chang | Computational Biophotonics Methods | Research Excellence Award Prof. Dr. Shyy-Woei Chang | National Cheng Kung University | Taiwan Shyy Woei Chang’s research centers on advanced thermal-fluid sciences, with a strong emphasis on heat transfer enhancement and complex flow phenomena. His work explores innovative cooling strategies for high-performance systems, including gas turbine blade cooling, electronic chipset cooling, and electrical motor thermal management. He has made significant contributions to understanding rotating, reciprocating, and pulsating flow behaviors, as well as thermosyphon and heat pipe technologies. His studies on two-phase flow and heat transfer have advanced efficiency in energy and mechanical systems. Additionally, his research investigates thermal-fluid dynamics in ocean motion, bridging marine engineering and fluid mechanics. With over 160 SCI-indexed publications, his work demonstrates strong impact in both theoretical and applied domains. His research achievements are recognized through major national awards, reflecting sustained contributions to improving thermal system performance, energy efficiency, and engineering applications across industrial and marine environments. Citation Metrics (Scopus) 4000 3000 2000 1000 0 Citations 3554 Documents 186 h-index 31 Citations Documents h-index View Scopus Profile Featured Publications Aerothermal performance of impinging jets onto concave effusion wall of rotating channels without and with crossed elliptical pedestal – International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer, 2026 Thermal impact of integrated bore cooling with impinging jets and turbulators in rotating shaft of interior permanent magnet electric motor – Thermal Science and Engineering Progress, 2025 Cooling improvement by internal effusion jets for impingement pin-fin channel – International Journal of Thermal Sciences, 2024
Suryakant Niture | Biophotonic Signal Analysis | Best Scholar Award Published on 07/04/202607/04/2026 by Biophotonics Research Dr. Suryakant Niture | Biophotonic Signal Analysis | Best Scholar Award Dr. Suryakant Niture | Department of Radiation Oncology | United States Suryakant Niture is a Staff Scientist at the Stephenson Cancer Center, University of Oklahoma, specializing in radiation oncology, cancer biology, and molecular biology. His research spans environmental toxicology, liver and prostate cancer, microRNA regulation, and gene expression using advanced cellular and biochemical techniques. He has extensive experience in project leadership, mentoring, and scientific writing, including grant development. Dr. Niture has contributed significantly to life sciences research with 47 publications, over 7,038 citations, and an h-index of 33, reflecting his strong academic impact and commitment to advancing understanding of human diseases and therapeutic strategies. Citation Metrics (Google Scholar) 12000 9000 6000 3000 0 Citations 7038 Documents 89 h-index 33 Citations Documents h-index View Google Scholar Profile Featured Publications Human p53 is inhibited by glutathionylation during oxidative stress – CS Velu, SK Niture, CE Doneanu, N Pattabiraman, KS Srivenugopal, Biochemistry, 2007 | Citations: 265 Antioxidant-induced modification of INrf2 cysteine 151 and PKC-δ-mediated phosphorylation of Nrf2 serine 40 – SK Niture, AK Jain, AK Jaiswal, Journal of Cell Science, 2009 | Citations: 259 INrf2 (Keap1) targets Bcl-2 degradation and controls cellular apoptosis – SK Niture, AK Jaiswal, Cell Death & Differentiation, 2011 | Citations: 108 Comparative biochemical and structural characterizations of fungal polygalacturonases – S Niture, Biologia, 2008 | Citations: 108 Src subfamily kinases regulate nuclear export and degradation of Nrf2 – SK Niture, AK Jain, PM Shelton, AK Jaiswal, Journal of Biological Chemistry, 2011 | Citations: 102
Loredana Moro | Smart Biophotonics Applications | Research Excellence Award Published on 07/04/202607/04/2026 by Biophotonics Research Dr. Loredana Moro | Smart Biophotonics Applications | Research Excellence Award Dr. Loredana Moro | Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center | United States Loredana Moro is a Scientific Research Lead and accomplished cancer biologist specializing in energy metabolism, protein dynamics, and mitochondrial signaling in cancer initiation, metastasis, and chemoresistance. She earned her BS, Master’s, and PhD from the University of Bari in biochemistry, molecular biology, and biotechnology. She previously served as a tenured researcher at Italy’s National Research Council and collaborated with leading scientists in the United States. Her pioneering work includes mitochondrial lactate metabolism and BRCA2 involvement in prostate cancer. Currently at MSKCC, she leads innovative research on STAT3 regulation. She has authored 56 publications, with 2,059 citations and an h-index of 26. Citation Metrics (Scopus) 2500 2000 1500 1000 0 Citations 2059 Documents 56 h-index 26 Citations Documents h-index View Scopus Profile Featured Publications The FBXO45–GEF-H1 Axis Controls Germinal Center Formation and B-cell Lymphomagenesis – Cancer Discovery • Open Access • Citations: 1 Author Correction: The mitochondrial genome encodes abundant small noncoding RNAs – Cell Research • Open Access • Citations: 0 Loss of FBXO31-mediated degradation of DUSP6 dysregulates ERK and PI3K-AKT signaling and promotes prostate tumorigenesis – Cell Reports • Open Access • Citations: 30 Mitochondrial DNA and mitomiR variations in pancreatic cancer: Potential diagnostic and prognostic biomarkers – Review Article • Open Access • Citations: 14 Mitochondria can cross cell boundaries: Biological relevance, pathophysiological implications and therapeutic perspectives of intercellular mitochondrial transfer – Review Article • Open Access • Citations: 87
Kaixiang Wang | Environmental Biophotonics Research | Research Excellence Award Published on 07/04/2026 by Biophotonics Research Dr. Kaixiang Wang | Environmental Biophotonics Research | Research Excellence Award Dr. Kaixiang Wang | Xinjiang University | China A Ph.D. graduate from Sichuan University, the researcher specializes in functional polymer materials, fiber and dyeing technologies, and industrial wastewater treatment and recycling. Their work focuses on developing advanced, salt-responsive polyelectrolytes, flocculants, and membrane-based systems for treating highly saline textile effluents. They have made significant contributions to the understanding of flocculation–adsorption transitions, anti-fouling membrane design, and the application of single-atom catalysts for efficient pollutant degradation. Their innovations include chitosan-based and starch-derived functional materials with enhanced salt tolerance and pH responsiveness, as well as dynamic materials for anti-counterfeiting and environmental remediation. With a strong publication record of 31 documents and 375 citations across 329 citing documents, the researcher has achieved an h-index of 11, reflecting the impact and relevance of their work in environmental engineering and sustainable materials science. Citation Metrics (Scopus) 400 300 200 100 0 Citations 375 Documents 31 h-index 11 Citations Documents h-index View Scopus Profile Featured Publications Fabrication of functionalized membrane reactors based on single-atom catalysts: Application in mitigating membrane fouling and wastewater treatment – Journal of Membrane Science, 2026 Corrigendum to “In-situ polymerization-adhesion of acid/alkali-resistance hydrophilic-layer on polyether ether ketone hollow-fiber ultrafiltration membrane based on the microfluidic technology” – Separation and Purification Technology, 2026 (Erratum • Open Access) In-situ polymerization-adhesion of acid/alkali-resistance hydrophilic-layer on polyether ether ketone hollow-fiber ultrafiltration membrane based on the microfluidic technology – Separation and Purification Technology, 2026
Maryam Tavakol Noorabadi | Environmental Biophotonics Research | Research Excellence Award Published on 07/04/202607/04/2026 by Biophotonics Research Ms. Maryam Tavakol Noorabadi | Environmental Biophotonics Research | Research Excellence Award Ms. Maryam Tavakol Noorabadi | Zhongkai University of Agriculture and Engineering | China Maryam Tavakol Noorabadi is a dedicated and results-driven researcher specializing in fungal taxonomy, mycology, and mycotoxins, with a PhD in Plant Pathology. Her work focuses on fungal diversity, pathogenicity, and the detection of mycotoxin-producing species affecting agriculture and food safety. She has extensive international research experience across China, Italy, Thailand, and Iran, contributing to major global initiatives such as the Outline of Fungi and Fungalpedia. Her research integrates molecular identification, phylogenetic analysis, and advanced analytical techniques including HPLC and LC-MS/MS to study toxigenic fungi in crops like chili and sugarcane. She has authored and co-authored 12 scientific publications, demonstrating strong expertise in fungal systematics and plant pathology. With 343 citations, an h-index of 8, and an i10-index of 8, her scholarly impact reflects consistent contributions to advancing knowledge in fungal biology, food safety, and environmental microbiology through interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation. Citation Metrics (Google Scholar) 400 300 200 100 0 Citations 343 Documents 17 h-index 8 Citations Documents h-index View Google Scholar Profile Featured Publications Biological control of root-knot nematode (Meloidogyne javanica) disease by Pseudomonas fluorescens (Chao) – MT Noorabadi, N Sahebani, HR Etebarian, Archives of Phytopathology and Plant Protection, 47(5), 615–621 Phylogeny and mycotoxin profile of Fusarium species isolated from sugarcane in Southern Iran – MT Noorabadi, M Masiello, K Taherkhani, R Zare, M Torbati, Microbiological Research, 252, 126855 Isolation, Molecular Identification, and Mycotoxin Production of Aspergillus Species Isolated from the Rhizosphere of Sugarcane in the South of Iran – M Tavakol Noorabadi, V Babaeizad, R Zare, B Asgari, M Haidukowski, Toxins, 12(2), 122 Global consortium for the classification of fungi and fungus-like taxa – KD Hyde, MA Abdel-Wahab, J Abdollahzadeh, PD Abeywickrama, Mycosphere, 14(1), 1960–2012
Abdelaziz Aboraia | Quantum Dots Applications | Best Researcher Award Published on 04/04/2026 by Biophotonics Research Assist. Prof. Dr. Abdelaziz Aboraia | Quantum Dots Applications | Best Researcher Award Assist. Prof. Dr. Abdelaziz Aboraia | Al-Azhar University | Egypt Abdelaziz Mohamed Abdelaziz (Mohamed A. M. Aboraia) is an Assistant Professor of Physics at the Faculty of Science, Al-Azhar University, Assiut, and the Faculty of Applied and Health Sciences, New Assiut Technological University, Egypt. His research focuses on lithium-ion batteries, supercapacitors, photocatalysts, and advanced nanomaterials, integrating experimental techniques with computational modeling and operando diagnostics. He specializes in in-situ XAS and XRD measurements, materials synthesis, and device fabrication. He holds a Ph.D. in Materials Science and has extensive teaching and research experience. His academic impact includes an h-index of 23, with 86 publications and over 1,257 citations. Citation Metrics (Scopus) 2000 1500 1000 500 0 Citations 1257 Documents 86 h-index 23 Citations Documents h-index View Scopus Profile Featured Publications Tailoring the Band Gap of ZIF-8 via Cobalt Doping for Enhanced Visible-Light Photocatalysis and Hydrogen Evolution – Catalysts Fe-doped ZIF-8 for sunlight-driven photocatalytic degradation of methylene blue: synthesis, characterization, and AI-based process modeling – Nanotechnology Reviews Improved Wastewater Treatment and the Hydrogen Assessment on Ni-Doped ZIF-8 Metal-Organic Frameworks – Catalysts Synthesis and characterization of ultra-stable Bi-based thin films: Tailoring multifunctionality in Bi₂₋ₓCoₓO₃ – Physica B: Condensed Matter Performance characteristics of LiMnPO₄ coated with MIL-88A metal–organic framework for supercapacitor applications – Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics
Assaad Elouafi | Advanced Photonic Sensors | Research Excellence Award Published on 04/04/202604/04/2026 by Biophotonics Research Dr. Assaad Elouafi | Advanced Photonic Sensors | Research Excellence Award Dr. Assaad Elouafi | Hassan II University | Morocco Dr. Assaad El Ouafi is a materials physicist specializing in the design, synthesis, and characterization of advanced functional materials, including perovskites, ferrites, hexaferrites, pyrochlores, and nanostructured oxides. He possesses strong expertise in sol-gel, ceramic processing, co-precipitation, and hydrothermal techniques, alongside advanced characterization methods such as XRD, Mössbauer spectroscopy, VSM, SQUID, and UV-Vis analysis. His research focuses on nanomaterials, magnetic materials, and magnetocaloric effects, contributing to high-performance functional systems. He is actively involved in mentoring graduate and PhD researchers and supervising innovative projects. He has authored 27 documents, with 356 citations and an h-index of 13. Citation Metrics (Scopus) 400 300 200 100 0 Citations 356 Documents 27 h-index 13 Citations Documents h-index View Scopus Profile Featured Publications Spin coated RE2-xZrxCuO4 (RE = Gd, Er and Ho) (x = 0%, 3% and 6%) thin films for photovoltaic applications: structural, optical and electrical study – Emergent Materials, 2025 | Citations: 1 Cryogenic magnetocaloric properties in Xenotime-type HoPO4 – Pramana Journal of Physics, 2024 | Citations: 1