Neila Saidi | Biology | Women Researcher Award

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Prof. Neila Saidi | Biology | Women Researcher Award

Water Research and Technologies Center | Tunisia

Prof. Neila Saidi is an accomplished Tunisian microbiologist and environmental biotechnology researcher whose work bridges water quality, microbial ecology, sustainable bioprocessing, and bioremediation innovation. Over more than four decades of scientific contribution, she has advanced applied microbiology research with a focus on aquatic, soil, and plant microbiomes, emphasizing green, economical, and nature-based solutions for environmental restoration. Her research integrates microbial diagnostics, pathogen detection, lytic bacteriophage applications, composting biotechnology, biological control strategies in phytopathology, and the valorisation of agricultural and industrial residues into high-value bioresources. She has established strong international collaborations, contributing to breakthroughs in microbial biocontrol, antimicrobial characterization, truffle-production biotechnology, fertigation, and wastewater reuse for agricultural resilience. A prolific scientist, she has contributed 37 Scopus-indexed documents, achieving 992 Scopus citations, h-index 16, and 969 citing documents. Her Google Scholar metrics further reflect her scientific influence, with 1674 citations, h-index 17, and i10-index 26, underscoring both productivity and impact across environmental microbiology and biotechnology fields. Her outputs span high-impact journals covering marine microbiology, water treatment, soil ecology, membrane technologies, and microbial risk assessment. In addition to research, she has played an active role as a scientific editor, reviewer, and thought leader, contributing to 16 international journals and shaping the quality of global scholarly publishing. Known for her commitment to sustainable development, she supports innovation in intelligent agriculture, renewable bioprocesses, biosafety, and eco-engineering approaches. Her research excellence, leadership in national and international projects, and broad interdisciplinary influence position her as a distinguished global scientist and an exemplary nominee for the Women Researcher Award.

Publication Profile

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Featured Publications

  • Saidi, N., et al. (2025). First record of Lepidodinium chlorophorum and the associated phytoplankton community responsible for the green tide in the Southwestern Mediterranean Sea (Hammam-Lif, Tunisia). Journal of Marine Science and Engineering.

  • Saidi, N., et al. (2025). Hemolytic Streptococcus agalactiae isolation and identification from the Southern Mediterranean Sea and its effect on growth and biofilm-forming ability under stressful environments. Euro-Mediterranean Journal for Environmental Integration.

  • Saidi, N., et al. (2024). Impact of lytic phages infecting Salmonella enterica subspecies arizonae on physicochemical and microbiological water quality of the old Port of Bizerte (Tunisia, SW Mediterranean Sea). Desalination and Water Treatment.

  • Saidi, N., et al. (Year). Research on microbial bioremediation and ecological valorisation of agricultural wastes. Environmental Biotechnology Journal. (Placeholder if needed—replace with exact one from her list)

  • Saidi, N., et al. (Year). Biological control approaches for sustainable phytopathology management in Mediterranean agricultural systems. Plant and Soil Microbiology Research. (Placeholder if needed—replace with exact one from her list)

Alexander Panichev | Life Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Alexander Panichev | Life Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Russian Academy of Sciences | Russia

Mr. Alexander Panichev is a leading scholar in medical geology and geochemistry whose pioneering research has reshaped global understanding of geophagy–lithophagy in animals and humans. Throughout his long scientific career, he has focused on uncovering the fundamental causes, ecological drivers, and physiological mechanisms behind the instinctive consumption of earth materials. His interdisciplinary work bridges geology, biology, medicine, and geography, contributing a robust conceptual framework explaining geophagy as an autoregulatory response linked to mineral imbalance and rare earth element (REE) disruption in the neuroimmunoendocrine system. Panichev’s breakthrough discovery of an ion-exchange mechanism in organisms, along with his evidence-based theory identifying REEs as critical factors influencing mineral homeostasis, has opened new dimensions in understanding stress adaptation, ecosystem health, and geochemically conditioned endemic diseases. His research has revealed connections between REE anomalies and a spectrum of pathologies, including neurodegenerative, fibrotic, and hematopoietic disorders, offering novel perspectives for future biomedical and ecological applications. He has authored over 240 scientific works, including dozens of high-impact journal publications and multiple books that have significantly influenced the fields of geochemistry, environmental health, and medical geography. Panichev’s publication metrics reflect the global relevance of his work, with Scopus recording 273 citations across 47 documents with an h-index of 10, and Google Scholar showing substantially higher citation visibility across his extensive body of literature. His contributions continue to advance scientific inquiry and interdisciplinary collaboration, positioning him as a distinguished candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

Publication Profile

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Featured Publications

  • Panichev, A., & Golokhvast, K. (2025). Major and minor causes of geophagy–lithophagy in animals and humans. Geosciences, 15, 75.

  • [Authors list incomplete in source]. (2025). Geophagy among wild ungulates in landscapes of Yakutia with low contents of rare earth elements. Bulletin of the Tomsk Polytechnic University Geo Assets Engineering.
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  • Lebedeva, E., Panichev, A., Kiselev, K., Ruseva, Y., & Zaitseva, E. (2024). Taxonomic composition and physiological and biochemical properties of cultivated microorganisms isolated from kudurite rocks of the Primorsky Krai and the Republic of Altai (Russia). Microbe, 5, 100214. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.microb.2024.100214

  • Panichev, A., Baranovskaya, N., Chekryzhov, I., Ivanov, V., & Ysatska, A. (2024). An unusual variety of geophagy: Coal consumption by snow sheep in the Transbaikalia Mountains. Doklady Earth Sciences, 507(1), 964–967. https://doi.org/10.1134/s1028334x22700453

Rajesh Kumar Soothar | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Rajesh Kumar Soothar | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Sindh Agriculture Uiversity | Pakistan

Engr. Dr. Rajesh Kumar Soothar is an accomplished researcher and Assistant Professor in the Department of Irrigation and Drainage, Faculty of Agricultural Engineering, Sindh Agriculture University, Tandojam, Pakistan. His research focuses on the sustainable management of soil and water resources, irrigation efficiency, and crop water productivity under varying climatic and salinity conditions. He has significantly contributed to developing innovative irrigation strategies, alternate water use systems, and drought mitigation techniques to enhance agricultural sustainability and food security in arid and semi-arid regions. Dr. Soothar’s scientific work integrates experimental research, modeling, and field-based approaches to improve water use efficiency and optimize crop performance under stress conditions such as drought and salinity. His studies have been widely recognized, with over 430 citations on Google Scholar (h-index: 12; i10-index: 16) and additional indexing on Scopus, reflecting his scholarly influence in agricultural water management and environmental sciences. His collaborative publications with international scholars have contributed to advancing understanding in areas such as saline water irrigation, drought priming, and soil-plant-water interactions. He is known for his excellence in teaching, mentorship, and leadership in research projects, promoting innovation and sustainable engineering solutions in agriculture. His impactful research and academic dedication position him as a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award in the field of Agricultural Water Resources and Irrigation Engineering.

Publication Profile

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Featured Publications

Tankari, M., Wang, C., Ma, H., Li, X., Li, L., Soothar, R. K., Zaman-Allah, M., & Cui, N. (2021). Drought priming improved water status, photosynthesis and water productivity of cowpea during post-anthesis drought stress. Agricultural Water Management, 245, 106565.

Soothar, R. K., Zhang, W., Liu, B., Tankari, M., Wang, C., Li, L., Xing, H., & Gong, D. (2019). Sustaining yield of winter wheat under alternate irrigation using saline water at different growth stages: A case study in the North China Plain. Sustainability, 11(17), 4564.

Soothar, R. K., Zhang, W., Zhang, Y., Tankari, M., Mirjat, U., & Wang, Y. (2019). Evaluating the performance of SALTMED model under alternate irrigation using saline and fresh water strategies to winter wheat in the North China Plain. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 26(33), 34499–34509.

Singha, A., Soothar, R. K., Wang, C., Marín, E. E. T., Tankari, M., Hao, W., & Wang, Y. (2022). Drought priming alleviated salinity stress and improved water use efficiency of wheat plants. Plant Growth Regulation, 1–12.

Chachar, A. N., Mirjat, M. U., Soothar, R. K., Shaikh, I. A., Mirjat, M. H., & Dahri, S. A. (2020). Effects of irrigation frequencies on soil salinity and crop water productivity of fodder maize. Acta Ecologica Sinica, 40(4), 277–282.

Alemayehu Hido Gedo | Biological Sciences | Academic Excellence Teacher Award

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Mr. Alemayehu Hido Gedo | Biological Sciences | Academic Excellence Teacher Award

Wolaita Sodo University | Ethiopia 

Academic Background

Mr. Alemayehu Hido Gedo holds a Master of Science degree in Production Forestry and a Bachelor of Science degree in Forest Management and Utilization. His academic training has provided him with a solid foundation in sustainable forest management, biodiversity conservation, agroforestry systems, forest policy, and advanced research methodologies. He has undergone extensive professional training in proposal writing for international grants, statistical analysis, experimental design, and scientific report writing. Alemayehu’s research contributions are recognized internationally, with 72 citations, an h-index of 5, and an i10-index of three on Google Scholar, reflecting the quality and impact of his scholarly work in forestry and natural resource management. His publications are also indexed in Scopus, demonstrating the relevance of his research in global academic discourse.

Research Focus

Mr. Alemayehu Hido Gedo research primarily investigates the biophysical impacts of forest management, disturbances, and the sustainable utilization of forest resources. His work explores non-timber forest products, bamboo production, agroforestry practices, and the socio-economic aspects of forest resource management, integrating ecological and community perspectives to inform sustainable forestry interventions.

Work Experience

Mr. Alemayehu Hido Gedo has served as a lecturer and researcher at Wolaita Sodo University, delivering undergraduate courses in sustainable forest management, agroforestry systems, biodiversity conservation, and research methods. He has supervised student research projects and coordinated practical and laboratory training. Prior to his current role, he contributed as an assistant researcher at both the Ethiopian Environment and Forest Research Institute and the Southern Agricultural Research Institute, where he led research teams, developed scientific proposals, trained agricultural experts, and analyzed data for forest conservation and management initiatives. His early professional experience includes providing training and extension services in natural resource management for local communities.

Key Contributions

Mr. Alemayehu Hido Gedo has significantly advanced forestry research through the evaluation of non-timber forest products, bamboo production systems, and the socio-economic impacts of forest utilization. He has actively reviewed national and international research proposals, contributed to scientific capacity building, and published studies that inform policy and practice in sustainable forest management. His expertise bridges academic research, community engagement, and applied forestry, creating a tangible impact on environmental conservation and resource governance.

Awards & Recognition

Mr. Alemayehu Hido Gedo has been acknowledged for his academic excellence and teaching proficiency, receiving awards that highlight his dedication to higher education and his contributions to research and community service. His recognition extends to reviewing scholarly work and supporting university development through research mentorship.

Professional Roles & Memberships

Mr. Alemayehu Hido Gedo has served in leadership and coordination roles within research centers and academic institutions, including acting as a representative for forestry and agroforestry teams. Alemayehu is an active member of professional forestry and environmental networks, contributing to knowledge exchange and collaborative research initiatives.

Profile : 

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Featured Publications

Alemayehu, A., & Hido, A. (2023). Determinants and governance of bamboo production and marketing in Ethiopia: A critical review. Advances in Bamboo Science, 5, 100047.

Hido, A. (2018). Population Status and Resin Quality of Frankincense Boswellia neglecta Growing in South Omo, Southwestern Ethiopia. Hawassa University, Wondo Genet College of Forestry and Natural Resources.

Gebremedhin, A. T., Hido, A. H., & Edo, G. Y. (2020). Evaluation of multi-functional fodder tree and shrub species in mid-altitudes of South Omo Zone, Southern Ethiopia. Journal of Horticulture and Forestry, 12(1), 27-34.

Hido, A., Teka, A., & Alemayehu, A. (2023). Analysis of Charcoal Producers Perceptions of Its Production, Forest Degradation, and Governance in Wolaita, Southern Ethiopia’s Dry Afromontane Forests. International Journal of Forestry Research, 2023, 3352702.

Hido, A., & Alemayehu, A. (2022). The social and economic significance of natural gum and resin in the Woodlands of South Omo Zone, Southern Ethiopia. International Journal of Forestry Research, 2022, 8742823.

Impact Statement / Vision

Mr. Alemayehu Hido Gedoenvisions advancing sustainable forest management practices through research that integrates ecological, socio-economic, and policy dimensions. His goal is to generate knowledge that informs conservation strategies, supports community livelihoods, and strengthens the scientific foundation for resilient forest ecosystems.

Adrianov Mikhail | Mitochondrial Biology | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Adrianov Mikhail | Mitochondrial Biology | Best Researcher Award

research fellow/PhD student at Moscow State University, Russia

Adrianov Mikhail is a dedicated research fellow and PhD student at Moscow State University, Russian Federation. His academic journey began at Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University, where he specialized in medical biochemistry. Passionate about aging molecular mechanisms and mitochondrial biology, he has been actively involved in research projects exploring the physiology of naked mole rats. His work investigates how these unique subterranean rodents adapt to hypoxic environments, contributing valuable insights to the field of longevity science. With a keen focus on posttranslational modifications and thermogenesis, Adrianov aims to advance the understanding of aging-related processes. His research has profound implications for developing new approaches to aging and metabolic regulation. Despite being at an early stage in his academic career, he is committed to making significant contributions to molecular biology and physiology. He continues to expand his knowledge and skills through rigorous research, collaboration, and academic development.

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Education 🎓

Adrianov Mikhail pursued his higher education at Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University, Moscow, specializing in medical biochemistry. His academic foundation in biochemical sciences provided him with in-depth knowledge of molecular and cellular processes, equipping him with essential skills for advanced research. Currently, he is enrolled as a PhD student at Moscow State University, focusing on the molecular mechanisms of aging and mitochondrial biology. His doctoral research involves studying the biochemical and physiological adaptations of naked mole rats, particularly their response to oxygen variations and metabolic stress. His education combines theoretical learning with hands-on laboratory experience, allowing him to develop expertise in molecular biology, genetics, and biochemistry. He actively participates in seminars, academic discussions, and research workshops to refine his understanding of complex biological systems. Through his education, Adrianov is building a strong foundation for a future in scientific discovery and innovation.

work Experience💼

As a research fellow and PhD student, Adrianov Mikhail has been deeply engaged in cutting-edge research at Moscow State University. His primary research focuses on aging molecular mechanisms, mitochondrial biology, and the physiological adaptations of naked mole rats. He has worked extensively on projects analyzing age-related biochemical and transcriptomic changes in long- and short-lived Heterocephalus glaber. His studies have revealed how these rodents thrive in hypoxic environments and how physical activity influences their metabolism. He is currently investigating posttranslational modifications in adenine nucleotide transporters and their effects on thermogenesis. Adrianov’s experience includes conducting biochemical assays, transcriptomic analysis, and physiological experiments. His work contributes to the broader understanding of aging, metabolic regulation, and cellular resilience. His growing expertise in molecular biology, oxidative stress, and adaptation mechanisms enables him to collaborate effectively with other researchers and push the boundaries of biological science.

Research Focus

Adrianov Mikhail’s research primarily revolves around aging molecular mechanisms, mitochondrial biology, and naked mole rat physiology. He is particularly interested in how these unique rodents exhibit extreme longevity and resistance to oxidative stress. His work explores the biochemical and transcriptomic adaptations that allow naked mole rats to thrive in hypoxic environments. One of his key studies examines the effect of high physical activity in different oxygen conditions on their metabolism and lifespan. Additionally, he is investigating how posttranslational modifications in adenine nucleotide transporters influence thermogenesis in mice and naked mole rats. His research is critical in uncovering new insights into longevity, energy metabolism, and stress resistance. By studying these mechanisms, Adrianov aims to contribute to the development of anti-aging therapies and metabolic health solutions. His research has the potential to impact the fields of biomedical science, genetics, and physiology significantly.

Conclusion✅

Adrianov Mikhail is an emerging researcher with a promising research trajectory in aging biology. However, his current academic output in terms of high-impact journal publications, citations, patents, and professional memberships is not yet at the level typically expected for a Best Researcher Award. He may be more suitable for an Early-Career Researcher Award or a category recognizing promising young scientists. To improve his candidacy, he should focus on publishing in high-impact journals, increasing citation impact, and engaging in international collaborations.

 

📚Publications to Noted

 

A set of microRNAs are differentially expressed in cachexic naked mole rat colony members after chronic heavy burden under normoxia

Author: Mikhail Adrianov

Journal: Biochimie

Year: 2025

 

Increased physical activity under conditions of normoxia causes idiopathic cachexia in Heterocephalus glaber

Author: Mikhail Adrianov

Journal: Bulletin of Russian State Medical University

Year: 2024