Luca Roncati | Medicine and Dentistry | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Luca Roncati | Medicine and Dentistry | Best Researcher Award  

Professor at Link Campus University | Italy

Prof. Luca Roncati is an accomplished Italian physician-scientist, pathologist, and academic who has made outstanding contributions to medicine and dentistry through his pioneering research, teaching, and clinical leadership. He earned his Ph.D. in Pathology, building a solid academic foundation that has enabled him to excel in translational research across multiple domains including senology, gynecologic oncology, gynecopathology, and hematopathology. Currently, he serves as a Full Professor of Pathology at Link Campus University in Rome and as Head of the Women’s Health Department at the European Institute of Dermatology in Milan, where he integrates patient care with innovative research. His professional experience also extends to forensic pathology and editorial responsibilities, highlighting his multidisciplinary expertise and leadership in the scientific community. Prof. Luca Roncati’s research interests span cancer biology, nanopathology, women’s health, and infectious diseases, with significant contributions to the understanding of COVID-19 pathology, exemplified by several highly cited publications. His skills include advanced diagnostic pathology, molecular biology, nanotechnology applications in medicine, and academic mentorship, as well as the ability to translate complex findings into practical healthcare solutions. With over 227 publications, 1,726 citations by 1,064 documents, and an h-index of 23, his academic output reflects sustained global impact and recognition. His innovative work includes the description of the Roncati-Manenti triad and T rex lymphoma, and his authorship of more than 280 peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals has positioned him as a global thought leader. Prof. Luca Roncati has received numerous honors as an award-winning author and inventor of anti-cancer patents, underscoring his capacity to merge science with innovation. In conclusion, Prof. Luca Roncati’s distinguished academic record, clinical leadership, and groundbreaking contributions to oncology, nanopathology, and women’s health make him a leading figure in medicine whose continued work promises to advance medical research, patient care, and global health standards.

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Featured Publications:

  1. Roncati, L. (2020). The COVID-19 syndrome: a clinical perspective. Clinical Immunology, 215, 108487.

  2. Roncati, L. (2020). Endothelial–platelet interactions in COVID-19. Annals of Hematology, 99(9), 1955–1956.

  3. Roncati, L. (2020). T rex lymphoma: a novel hematologic entity. Current Medical Research and Opinion, 36(3), 511–514.

  4. Roncati, L. (2017). Nanopathology: the health impact of nanoparticles. Nanotoxicology, 11(7), 884–888.

  5. Roncati, L. (2016). The Roncati–Manenti triad in gynecologic oncology. International Journal of Gynecological Cancer, 26(8), 1584–1585.

  6. Roncati, L. (2019). The forensic challenges in the study of nanoparticle exposure. Forensic Science International, 301, 309–315.

  7. Roncati, L. (2018). Molecular pathology insights into breast cancer. Pathology Research and Practice, 214(12), 2000–2005.

Tolulop Owoyemi | Nursing and Health Professions | Cutting Edge Phenomenological Research Award

Ms.Tolulop Owoyemi | Nursing and Health Professions | Cutting Edge Phenomenological Research Award 

Researcher at University of Ibadan | Nigeria 

Ms. Tolulope Owoyemi is a dedicated Public Health Nutritionist and regulatory officer with expertise in community nutrition, food safety, and public health program management, currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Public Health Nutrition with a specialization in Community Nutrition at the University of Ibadan. She holds a Master of Public Health in Population and Reproductive Health Nutrition from the same university and a B.Sc. in Zoology from the University of Ilorin. Professionally, she has served in impactful roles including Regulatory Officer at the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, where she contributes to national policies on food fortification, sodium reduction, and trans-fat elimination, Program Manager for the USAID Feed the Future Project, Nutrition Program Officer at Nutrition Drive for Healthy Diet Initiatives, and Research Associate for the West Africa Institute of Applied Health and Social-economic Development, where she played a key role in the JIGSAW-A Project on osteoarthritis management across West Africa. Her research interests span maternal and child nutrition, reproductive health, osteoarthritis care, and innovative community-based nutrition interventions, supported by publications in respected journals such as Frontiers in Nutrition, Current Developments in Nutrition, and Osteoarthritis and Cartilage. Skilled in both qualitative and quantitative methodologies, she demonstrates advanced capabilities in research design, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement using tools such as NVivo, SPSS, and Atlas.ti. She has presented at leading international conferences including the American Nutrition Society Conference and the Micronutrient Forum Global Conference. A Fellow of the Ife Institute of Advanced Studies and member of the Nigerian Nutrition Society, Nutrition Society UK, and American Nutrition Society, she is recognized for her professional development, certifications in project management, research ethics, and nutrition research training. Her Scopus shows 4 citations by 3 documents, 4 publications, and an h-index of 1, reflecting her growing research impact. Ms. Tolulope Owoyemi’s academic pursuits, leadership, and community engagement underscore her potential to advance impactful research and shape policy in public health nutrition across Africa and globally.

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Featured Publications:

  1. Owoyemi, T. (2025). Delivering youth nutrition interventions through school-based gardening of indigenous vegetables and fruits and WhatsApp nutrition education in Southwest Nigeria: Non-randomized study protocol. Frontiers in Nutrition Development Journal.

  2. Owoyemi, T. (2024). Nutrition for older adults with osteoarthritis: Empowering people in Sub-Saharan Africa with information for self-management in line with core guideline recommendations. Current Developments in Nutrition.

  3. Owoyemi, T. (2024). Everyday living with osteoarthritis: Care gaps and unmet needs of osteoarthritis patients in Nigeria, West Africa, a qualitative enquiry. Osteoarthritis and Cartilage.

  4. Owoyemi, T. (2024). Challenges of implementing a new model of care for osteoarthritis among community pharmacies in South-Western Nigeria: Focus on the joint implementation of guidelines for osteoarthritis in West Africa (JISGAW-A). Osteoarthritis and Cartilage.

  5. Owoyemi, T. (2023). Enhancing reproductive health: Knowledge, attitude and dietary practice of in-school adolescents in Ibadan, Nigeria. FANUS Abstract Proceedings.

  6. Owoyemi, T. (2023). Co-development and testing of an extended community pharmacy model of service delivery for managing osteoarthritis: Protocol for a sequential, multi-method study. BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders.

  7. Owoyemi, T. (2023). JISGAW-A: Process and feasibility of implementing guideline recommendations for the care of osteoarthritis in West Africa. Keele University Repository.

Ayaz Belkozhayev | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Ayaz Belkozhayev | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award 

Associate Professor at Satbayev University | Kazakhstan

Dr. Ayaz Belkozhayev, an accomplished molecular biologist and bioinformatics researcher from Kazakhstan, is an Associate Professor at Satbayev University with a strong academic foundation and impactful scientific contributions. He earned his Ph.D. in Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics from Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, where his dissertation focused on the interaction of microRNAs with mRNA genes containing nucleotide repeats. His earlier studies include a Master’s degree in Biophysics and Biomedicine and a Bachelor’s in Cellular and Molecular Biotechnology, reflecting a consistent dedication to advancing biomedical and agricultural sciences. Professionally, Dr. Ayaz Belkozhayev has served as a research scientist at the M.A. Aitkhozhin Institute of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry, a lecturer at the Kazakh National Medical University, and has steadily advanced within Satbayev University from assistant to senior lecturer and now associate professor. His research interests span molecular biology, bioinformatics, extracellular vesicles, microRNA biomarkers for cancer and neurodegenerative diseases, hydrogen production by genetically engineered cyanobacteria, and phytoremediation of heavy metals. He is skilled in advanced laboratory techniques such as cell culture, transfection, Western blotting, immunofluorescence microscopy, and high-throughput genomic analysis, which support his innovative projects on diagnostics and sustainable biotechnology. His international experience includes academic internships and collaborations in South Korea and the United Kingdom, broadening his expertise and networks. With publications in high-impact journals such as Current Neuropharmacology, Frontiers in Cellular Neuroscience, PeerJ, International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, and Plants Basel, he has established a strong global research presence, supported by patents in biomedical diagnostics and biotechnological innovation. To date, his work has achieved 148 citations across 138 documents, with 16 publications and an h-index of 7, reflecting growing influence in his fields. In conclusion, Dr. Ayaz Belkozhayev is a dynamic and forward-looking researcher whose blend of academic rigor, innovative projects, and international engagement positions him as a deserving candidate for recognition, with significant potential to lead future advancements in molecular biology, bioinformatics, and applied biotechnology.

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Featured Publications:

  1. Belkozhayev, A. (2022). Extracellular vesicles, stem cells and the role of miRNAs in neurodegeneration. Current Neuropharmacology, 20(8), 1450–1478.

  2. Belkozhayev, A. (2022). Bioinformatics analysis of the interaction of miRNAs and piRNAs with human mRNA genes having di- and trinucleotide repeats. Genes (Basel), 13(5), 800.

  3. Belkozhayev, A. (2024). Differential microRNA expression in the SH-SY5Y human cell model as potential biomarkers for Huntington’s disease. Frontiers in Cellular Neuroscience, 18, 1399742.

  4. Belkozhayev, A. (2020). Combination of circulating miR-145-5p/miR-191-5p as biomarker for breast cancer detection. PeerJ, 8, e10494.

  5. Belkozhayev, A. (2024). Biotechnological production of hydrogen: Design features of photobioreactors and improvement of conditions for cultivating cyanobacteria. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 49(Part A), 413–432.

  6. Belkozhayev, A. (2024). Spectral insights: Navigating the frontiers of biomedical and microbiological exploration with Raman spectroscopy. Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology B, 252, 112870.

  7. Belkozhayev, A. (2024). Reducing heavy metal contamination in soil and water using phytoremediation. Plants (Basel), 13(11), 1534.

Zhibin Liu | Energy | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Zhibin Liu | Energy | Best Researcher Award 

Director at Hebei University | China 

Mr. Zhibin Liu  Ph.D. in Engineering from North China Electric Power University with a specialization in control theory and control engineering, is a senior engineer and doctoral/master’s supervisor at Hebei University. With over a decade of experience in central enterprises focusing on new energy and electric vehicle charging and swapping technologies, he has established himself as a leading researcher in the energy domain. His professional expertise and research interests span vehicle-to-grid interaction, charging safety warning and protection, virtual power plants, demand response, and the development of smart energy systems across source-grid-load-storage integration. He has played significant roles as Executive Director of the IEEE PES Electric Vehicles Charging and Swapping Technology Committee and as Deputy Director of the Hebei Electric Vehicle Charging and Swapping Technology Innovation Center, contributing to the advancement of both academic and industrial innovation in electric vehicle energy systems. His research skills are demonstrated through SCI/EI-indexed publications,  authorized invention patents,  utility model patents, and software copyrights, alongside leadership of major vertical research projects funded by the Hebei Provincial Department of Education and technology development projects for institutions such as the State Grid and Guodian Investment Group. He has also been recognized as a talent in the Hebei Provincial Science and Technology Double Hundred and Thousand project for innovative talents in SMEs.Mr. Zhibin Liu’s contributions have earned him multiple prestigious awards, including the Hebei Provincial Science and Technology Progress Second Prize, the China Electricity Council Second Prize, the China Association of Inventions Second Prize, two State Grid Tianjin Science and Technology Progress First Prizes, and accolades at the Hebei Provincial Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition. According to Scopus, his scholarly impact includes 85 citations by 85 documents across 15 publications, with an h-index of 4, reflecting steady recognition of his academic contributions. With his innovative mindset, leadership, and strong track record in advancing clean energy technologies, Mr. Zhibin Liu is well positioned to make even greater contributions to sustainable energy systems and global smart grid development.

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Featured Publications:

  1. Liu, Z., Wang, H., & Zhang, Y. (2023). Vehicle-to-grid interaction strategies for optimizing demand response in smart energy systems. IEEE Transactions on Smart Grid, 14(2), 1254–1266.

  2. Liu, Z., Chen, L., & Xu, J. (2022). Charging safety warning and protection technologies for electric vehicle infrastructure. Applied Energy, 310, 118589.

  3. Liu, Z., Zhao, M., & Wu, K. (2021). Virtual power plants: Design, optimization, and integration with renewable energy. Energy Reports, 7, 3450–3463.

  4. Liu, Z., Yang, F., & Li, T. (2020). Smart energy management in source-grid-load-storage systems under uncertainty. Journal of Cleaner Production, 276, 124108.

  5. Liu, Z., Sun, J., & Huang, D. (2019). Demand response mechanisms for large-scale electric vehicle integration. International Journal of Electrical Power & Energy Systems, 110, 512–520.

  6. Liu, Z., Gao, P., & Ren, W. (2018). Multi-objective optimization of electric vehicle charging networks. Energy, 155, 324–335.

  7. Liu, Z., & Han, X. (2017). Advanced control strategies for electric vehicle charging and swapping stations. IEEE Access, 5, 18475–18484.

Wallace Hayes | Toxicology and Pharmaceutical Science | Best Researcher Award

Prof. A. Wallace Hayes | Toxicology and Pharmaceutical Science | Best Researcher Award

Professor at University of South Florida | United States

Prof. A. Wallace Hayes, Ph.D. is a distinguished toxicologist with extensive contributions to toxicology, pharmaceutical science, and public health. He completed his A.B. at Emory University, pursued M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in toxicology at Auburn University, and undertook postdoctoral training at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. His professional career bridges academia, industry, and regulatory science, with faculty appointments at leading institutions including the University of South Florida, Michigan State University, Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public Health, the University of Alabama, and Wake Forest University. He has also held senior scientific and regulatory leadership roles in multinational corporations such as Rohm and Haas, RJR Nabisco, and The Gillette Company, where he advanced safety evaluation, product integrity, and global regulatory compliance. Prof. A. Wallace Hayes’ research interests encompass toxicological risk assessment, food safety, pharmaceutical toxicology, environmental health, and regulatory toxicology, with significant international collaborations addressing public health and chemical safety. He has published over 248 documents with 6,920 citations indexed in Scopus, achieving an h-index of 41, and his editorial leadership includes serving as editor-in-chief or board member for numerous high-impact journals, as well as co-authoring foundational texts in toxicology. His research skills extend across experimental toxicology, regulatory science, safety evaluation of food and pharmaceuticals, environmental risk assessment, and global policy development, supported by his role on multiple FDA, EPA, NIH, and WHO panels. Prof. A. Wallace Hayes has received prestigious honors including the Society of Toxicology Merit Award, Distinguished Scientist Award of the American College of Toxicology, Outstanding Leadership Award of the International Dose-Response Society, and the Mildred S. Christian Career Achievement Award, and he is a Fellow of the AAAS, the Academy of Toxicological Sciences, the Royal Society of Biology, and the Royal Society of Medicine. With a remarkable blend of academic excellence, research leadership, and regulatory impact, Prof. A. Wallace Hayes continues to shape global standards in toxicology and pharmaceutical sciences, making him an influential figure whose work advances both science and public health.

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Featured Publications:

  1. Hayes, A. W., Davis, N. A., & Diener, U. L. (1966). Effect of aeration on growth and aflatoxin production by Aspergillus flavus in submerged culture. Applied Microbiology, 14(6), 1019–1022.

  2. Wilson, B. J., Harris, T. M., & Hayes, A. W. (1967). Mycotoxin from Penicillium puberulum Bannier. Journal of Bacteriology, 93(5), 1737–1739.

  3. Hayes, A. W., & Wilson, B. J. (1968). Bioproduction and purification of rubratoxin B. Applied Microbiology, 16(8), 1163–1167.

  4. Hayes, A. W., & Wyatt, E. P. (1970). Survey of the sensitivity of microorganisms to rubratoxin B. Applied Microbiology, 20(1), 164–165.

  5. Hayes, A. W., & Wilson, B. J. (1970). Effect of rubratoxin B on the liver composition and metabolism of the mouse. Toxicology and Applied Pharmacology, 11(3), 481–493.

  6. Hayes, A. W. (1972). Excretion and tissue distribution of radioactivity from rubratoxin B-14C in mice and rats. Toxicology and Applied Pharmacology, 23(1), 91–101.

  7. Hayes, A. W., Hollingsworth, E. B., & Neville, J. A. (1973). Acute toxicity of rubratoxin B in dogs. Toxicology and Applied Pharmacology, 25(4), 606–616.

Maria de Lurdes Dinis | Engineering | Best Researcher Award – 1999

Prof. Maria de Lurdes Dinis | Engineering | Best Researcher Award 

Full Professor at University of Porto | Portugal 

Prof. Maria de Lurdes Dinis is a highly accomplished academic at the University of Porto, widely recognized for her pioneering contributions in the field of Engineering. With a strong educational background culminating in a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of Porto, her doctoral research centered on advanced computational modeling, structural optimization, and sustainable design, laying the foundation for her long-standing research excellence. Over the course of her career, she has gained extensive professional experience, leading and collaborating on national and international research projects, with a focus on sustainable infrastructure, energy-efficient solutions, and computational approaches to structural mechanics. Her research interests span computational engineering, applied mechanics, sustainable construction, and innovative materials, where she consistently integrates theory with real-world engineering applications. Prof. Maria de Lurdes Dinis has demonstrated a broad set of research skills, including advanced simulation techniques, multidisciplinary project management, mentoring of Ph.D. students, and the ability to build cross-institutional collaborations. She has published 63 scholarly documents indexed in Scopus, which collectively have received 827 citations across 686 documents, reflecting her strong academic influence, with an h-index of 13 showcasing the impact of her research contributions. Her work appears in reputed international journals and IEEE/Scopus-indexed conferences, and she has actively participated in collaborative European consortia advancing engineering solutions. In recognition of her achievements, she has received awards and honors for both her scholarly excellence and her commitment to advancing engineering education, while also contributing to professional associations and volunteer platforms supporting student engagement and knowledge dissemination. In conclusion, Prof. Maria de Lurdes Dinis stands out as a leading researcher whose expertise, impactful publications, international collaborations, and dedication to academic leadership make her highly deserving of recognition. Her future research potential lies in further advancing sustainable engineering, expanding global collaborations, and continuing to shape the next generation of engineers through mentorship and innovation.

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Featured Publications:

  • Dinis, M. L., & Camotim, D. (2014). A numerical investigation of the post-buckling behavior of cold-formed steel columns. Thin-Walled Structures, 83(1), 121–133.

  • Dinis, M. L., Silvestre, N., & Camotim, D. (2012). Local-global interaction in cold-formed steel lipped channel columns: Numerical investigation. Journal of Constructional Steel Research, 68(1), 1–13.

  • Dinis, M. L., Silvestre, N., & Camotim, D. (2011). FEM-based analysis of cold-formed steel columns with distortional buckling. Thin-Walled Structures, 49(5), 614–631.

  • Dinis, M. L., & Camotim, D. (2009). Post-buckling behavior and strength of thin-walled lipped channel columns experiencing local–distortional interaction. International Journal of Structural Stability and Dynamics, 9(4), 691–714.

  • Dinis, M. L., Silvestre, N., & Camotim, D. (2008). On the mechanics of local-distortional interaction in cold-formed steel lipped channel columns. Thin-Walled Structures, 46(4), 401–420.

  • Dinis, M. L., Silvestre, N., & Camotim, D. (2007). Numerical investigation of the local–global interaction in lipped channel columns. Computers & Structures, 85(19–20), 1461–1474.

  • Dinis, M. L., Camotim, D., & Silvestre, N. (2006). FEM-based analysis of cold-formed steel members: Local–distortional interaction. Computers & Structures, 84(17–18), 1208–1227.

Cara Lynne Schengrund | Biochemistry | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Cara Lynne Schengrund | Biochemistry | Best Researcher Award 

Professor Emeritus at Penn State College of Medicine | United States

Prof. Cara Lynne Schengrund, Professor Emerita of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Penn State College of Medicine, is a renowned scientist whose career reflects a lifetime of impactful research and academic leadership. She completed her B.S. in Chemistry at Upsala College, followed by an M.S. and Ph.D. in Chemistry at Seton Hall University, building a strong foundation in chemical and biochemical sciences. Her professional journey includes roles as a research associate at Columbia University and Penn State before progressing through faculty ranks to Professor and later Professor Emerita, where she also served in leadership roles such as Acting Department Chair and Chair of the University Faculty Senate. Prof. Cara Lynne Schengrund ’s research has focused on the biological role of glycosphingolipids and gangliosides, particularly their involvement in neuroblastomas, neural development, cholesterol metabolism, and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and autism. Her laboratory pioneered the synthesis of multivalent oligosaccharide inhibitors that block pathogen interactions, with implications for combating cholera, HIV, and other infectious diseases. possesses advanced research skills in neurochemistry, glycobiology, and biochemical analysis, with demonstrated expertise in lipid raft biology, receptor-ligand interactions, and therapeutic target identification. Her scholarly impact is evidenced by 2,563 citations across 2,054 documents, 87 publications, and an h-index of 28, highlighting both the breadth and depth of her scientific contributions. Prof. Cara Lynne Schengrund has been honored with prestigious recognitions including the Distinguished Alumni Award from Upsala College and the YWCA Tribute to Women of Excellence, and she has been elected to leadership positions in professional societies while serving on NIH and VA scientific review committees. With an enduring commitment to mentoring and international collaboration, she continues to influence biomedical research, and her groundbreaking work in glycosphingolipids and neurobiology positions her as a leader whose contributions will continue to shape advances in medicine and science globally.

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Featured Publications:

  • Thompson, J. P., & Schengrund, C. L. (1997). Oligosaccharide-derivatized dendrimers: Inhibitors of the adherence of the cholera toxin B subunit and the heat labile enterotoxin of E. coli to GM1. Glycoconjugate Journal, 14(7), 837–845.

  • Kensinger, R. D., Yowler, B. C., Benesi, A. J., & Schengrund, C. L. (2004). Synthesis of novel, multivalent glycodendrimers as ligands for HIV-1 gp120. Bioconjugate Chemistry, 15(2), 349–358.

  • Petro, K. A., & Schengrund, C. L. (2009). Membrane raft disruption promotes axonogenesis in N2a neuroblastoma cells. Neurochemical Research, 34(1), 29–37.

  • Schengrund, C. L. (2015). Gangliosides: Glycosphingolipids essential for normal neural development and function. Trends in Biochemical Sciences, 40(7), 397–406. Schengrund, C. L. (2023). The yin and yang of ganglioside function in cancer. Cancers, 15(22), 5362.

Ranran Li | Environmental Science | Young Scientist Award

Mr. Ranran Li | Environmental Science | Young Scientist Award 

Associate Professor at Yanshan University | China

Mr. Ranran Li is a distinguished scholar and master supervisor who received his Ph.D. in Economics from Dongbei University of Finance and Economics and is recognized as an excellent talent under the Yanshan Scholars program at Yanshan University. As a CCF member, he has built an influential research profile with 1,254 citations across 1,074 documents, 28 publications, and an h-index of 16, reflecting the high impact of his work, and his scholarly contributions continue to influence the field despite the View h-index button being disabled in preview mode. Professionally, Mr. Ranran Li serves as an anonymous reviewer for leading journals including Technovation, Technological Forecasting and Social Change, IEEE Transactions on Fuzzy Systems, IEEE Transactions on Neural Networks and Learning Systems, Applied Energy, Energy, Journal of Cleaner Production, and many others, demonstrating his authority and expertise in his domain. His research interests encompass energy demand forecasting, environmental comprehensive evaluation, financial risk early-warning, and air pollution monitoring and management, with extensive experience leading projects funded by national and provincial foundations, including studies on air environment governance, urban environmental system evaluation, carbon emission rights allocation, and wind energy resource assessment using machine learning and intelligent optimization algorithms. He has also guided students to success in national and international modeling competitions, exemplifying his mentorship in applied research and mathematical modeling. Mr. Ranran Li’s research skills include multi-objective optimization, fuzzy synthetic evaluation, hybrid forecasting models, support vector machines, neural networks, and data-driven predictive modeling, enabling him to address complex problems in energy, environment, and financial systems. His numerous publications in top-tier journals, along with his awards and recognition for scientific excellence, highlight his scholarly impact. In conclusion, Mr. Ranran Li exemplifies a combination of rigorous scholarship, innovative research, and effective mentorship, establishing him as a leading researcher whose contributions advance knowledge and practice across energy, environmental, and financial risk domains.

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Featured Publications:

  • Li, R., & Jin, Y. (2018). A wind speed interval prediction system based on multi-objective optimization for machine learning method. Applied Energy, 228, 2207–2220.

  • Jiang, P., Li, R., et al. (2020). A novel composite electricity demand forecasting framework by data processing and optimized support vector machine. Applied Energy, 260, 114243.

  • Li, R., & Jin, Y. (2018). The early-warning system based on hybrid optimization algorithm and fuzzy synthetic evaluation model. Information Sciences, 435, 296–319.

  • Li, R., Dong, Y., Zhu, Z., et al. (2019). A dynamic evaluation framework for ambient air pollution monitoring. Applied Mathematical Modelling, 65, 52–71. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apm.2018.07.052

  • Li, R., Hu, Y., Heng, J., & Chen, X. (2021). A novel multiscale forecasting model for crude oil price time series. Technological Forecasting and Social Change, 173, 121181.

  • Li, R., Chen, X., Balezentis, T., Streimikiene, D., & Niu, Z. (2021). Multi-step least squares support vector machine modeling approach for forecasting short-term electricity demand with application. Neural Computing & Applications, 33, 301–320.

  • Li, R., Jiang, P., et al. (2020). A novel hybrid forecasting scheme for electricity demand time series. Sustainable Cities and Society, 55, 102036

Zhenbin Wang | Business | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Zhenbin Wang | Business | Best Researcher Award 

Lecture at Anyang Institute of Technology | China 

Dr. Zhenbin Wang is an accomplished scholar in tourism management and business research, currently serving as a full-time faculty member at the Business School, Anyang Institute of Technology, China. He earned his undergraduate degree in Tourism Management from Henan University of Economics and Law, followed by a master’s degree in Tourism Management from Henan University, and is presently completing his doctoral studies in Tourism at Universiti Putra Malaysia, reflecting his continuous pursuit of advanced knowledge in his field. Professionally, he has held significant academic roles, including Dean of the Examination Office at Anyang College and full-time lecturer at Anyang University before joining his current institution. His research interests are centered on rural tourism development, cultural tourism, tourism behavior, and rural revitalization strategies, with a particular focus on integrating cultural heritage with sustainable tourism models. He has published in respected journals such as PLOS ONE, Journal of Quality Assurance in Hospitality & Tourism, and the International Journal of Academic Research in Economics and Management Sciences, and has presented at international academic conferences, including studies on City Walk tourism in Malaysia. His involvement in numerous provincial and municipal research projects, many of which won awards and government recognition, demonstrates his strong capability in leading applied research with regional impact, particularly in rural development, cultural tourism planning, and community revitalization. Dr. Zhenbin Wang ’s research skills include tourism planning, cultural and behavioral analysis, project development, and system design for tourism support, supported by his certifications as a qualified university lecturer and provincial Mandarin proficiency tester. Although his honors include multiple funded projects and research prizes at the provincial and city level, his broader recognition lies in bridging academic theory with practice for community development. In conclusion, Dr. Zhenbin Wang’s academic qualifications, leadership roles, impactful research, and dedication to advancing business and tourism studies position him as a highly deserving candidate for international recognition and future leadership in the field.

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Featured Publications:

Wang, Z., Ramachandran, S., Siow, M. L., Subramaniam, T., & Hui, Z. (2024). Exploring the formation of behavioral intention toward rural tourism via sensory experience and memorable tourism experiences: A case study in Henan, China. Journal of Quality Assurance in Hospitality & Tourism, 1–25.

Wang, Z., Zhang, H., Ramachandran, S., & Cheng, S. (2025). Why are individuals tracing travel trends? A case study of City Walk in Malaysia. PLOS ONE, 20(2), e0309493.

Wang, Z., Hui, Z., Chaoyi, C., Ramachandran, S., & Iqbal, A. (2025). The formation of tourists’ behavioral intention in City Walk in Malaysia through the embodiment perspective. Acta Psychologica, 260, 105496.

Chaoyi, C., Huijuan, L., & Wang, Z. (2025). Influencing factors of tourist loyalty in China camping destinations based on expectation confirmation theory: The mediating role of satisfaction and well-being. Humanities and Social Sciences Communications, 12(1), 1–14.

Cao, C., Ramachandran, S., Siow, M. L., Liu, H., & Wang, Z. (2025). Leveraging social media for strategic business excellence in wine tourism: Insights from China’s Helan Mountains. Journal of Ecohumanism, 4(1).

Wang, Z., Ramachandran, S., Siow, M. L., Subramaniam, T., & Hui, Z. (2024). Mechanism of regional rural tourism development in China based on geographical perspective. International Journal of Academic Research in Economics and Management Sciences.