Lucia Camelia Pirvu | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Lucia Camelia Pirvu | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Senior Researcher | National Institute for Chemical-Pharmaceutical Research and Development | Romania

Dr. Lucia Camelia Pirvu is a distinguished biochemist, doctor in chemistry, and senior researcher in pharmaceutical biotechnology, with nearly three decades of scientific expertise in developing herbal medicines and plant-derived products. Her research bridges chemistry, pharmacology, and biotechnology, focusing on the design, extraction, and analytical characterization of bioactive compounds from vegetal biomass. She has successfully coordinated numerous interdisciplinary projects exceeding four million euros in funding, advancing innovations in medicinal, agricultural, cosmetic, and hygiene formulations. Dr. Lucia Camelia Pirvu work emphasizes pre-pharmacological screening of natural products, particularly targeting oxidative stress and anti-inflammatory mechanisms. Her prolific scientific output includes over forty indexed publications in internationally recognized journals such as International Journal of Molecular Sciences, Plants, Antibiotics, and Foods, where she explores bioactivity, metabolic effects, and therapeutic potential of natural compounds through in vitro and in silico approaches. She is also the author of several specialized books and book chapters published internationally, highlighting the integration of polyphenols and herbal extracts into modern therapeutic and protective products. With 18 patents and patent applications, Dr. Lucia Camelia Pirvu has contributed significantly to developing innovative vegetal formulations with antitumor, antioxidant, antimicrobial, and skin-protective effects. Her research excellence is reflected by 402 citations across 362 documents, 51 published works, and an h-index of 12. Dr. Lucia Camelia Pirvu scientific leadership and creative application of natural bioresources demonstrate her commitment to sustainable pharmaceutical innovation and the advancement of phytochemical research for human and environmental health.

Profiles: Scopus | Orcid | Researchgate 

Featured Publications

Cristea, S., Perisoara, A., Tihăuan, B. M., Ene, M. D., Constantin, M., Florea, A. M., Ivan, E. S., Zala, R. C., Purcăreanu, B., Mihaiescu, D. E., & Pirvu, L. (2025). In vitro evaluation of the antifungal activity of Trigonella foenum-graecum seed extract and its potential application in plant protection. Plants, 14(21), 3320.

Pirvu, L., Stefaniu, A., Nita, S., Radu, N., & Neagu, G. (2025). In silico and in vitro analyses of strawberry-derived extracts in relation to key compounds’ metabolic and anti-tumor effects. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 26(8), 3492.

Marian, T., Radu, N., Voicescu, M., Nistor, C. L., Pirvu, L., Mihaila, M., & Bostan, M. (2025). Preliminary biological assessments of some algae basis biomaterials. Journal of Marine Science and Engineering, 13(2), 318.

Albisoru, D., Radu, N., Pirvu, L., Stefaniu, A., Băbeanu, N., Stoica, R., & Mihai, D. P. (2024). Studies regarding antimicrobial properties of some microbial polyketides derived from Monascus strains. Antibiotics, 13(11), 1092.

Stefaniu, A., Neagu, G., Albulescu, A., Radu, N., & Pirvu, L. (2024). In silico comparison of quantum and bioactivity parameters of a series of natural diphenyl acetone analogues; in vitro Caco-2 studies on three main chalcone derivatives. Symmetry, 16(10), 1383.

Munirah Aldofyan | Ophthalmology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Munirah Aldofyan | Ophthalmology | Best Researcher Award

King Saud University | Saudi Arabia

Dr. Munirah Aldofyan is an emerging medical professional with a strong academic and research foundation in ophthalmology, driven by a commitment to advancing eye health, clinical excellence, and evidence-based practice. She has cultivated a robust clinical and research background through focused ophthalmology training and active involvement in specialized medical programs and academic platforms. Her scholarly contributions include innovative work in strabismus surgery techniques, outcomes of glaucoma procedures, viral-associated conjunctival lesions, corneal transplant-related challenges, and ocular manifestations linked to systemic conditions. Beyond clinical ophthalmology, she has also contributed to public health-focused research addressing opioid misuse, drug safety behaviors, and pandemic-associated digital eye strain among student populations. With 16 citations from 16 indexed documents, 7 publications, and an h-index of 2, she demonstrates growing impact and engagement in scientific literature. Her work includes both lead-author and collaborative roles, showcasing her ability to drive independent research while contributing meaningfully in multidisciplinary teams. She has delivered oral presentations at respected ophthalmology scientific forums, reinforcing her capability to bridge research outcomes with clinical practice and professional dialogue. Alongside research, she has trained extensively through ophthalmic workshops, clinical simulation programs, and continued-education courses, complemented by active participation in community-based eye-health awareness initiatives. Her leadership roles in medical student organizations and her contributions to public health outreach reflect strong communication, organizational, and mentorship qualities. Guided by a dedication to lifelong learning, clinical innovation, and patient-centered care, she is positioned to make impactful contributions to ophthalmic science, surgical advancement, and interdisciplinary healthcare research, representing a promising future leader in vision sciences and medical practice.

Profiles: Scopus 

Featured Publications

Outcomes of non-penetrating glaucoma surgeries in open angle glaucoma in King Saud University Medical City. (n.d.). (Co-Author). Ongoing study.

Aldofyan, M. Z., et al. (2023). Comparison of conventional hang-back technique with modified (anchored) hang-back in medial rectus recession: A retrospective study. Oral presentation at the 20th Emirates Society of Ophthalmology Conference, Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Aldofyan, M. Z., et al. (2023). Morphologically aggressive appearance of a human papilloma virus (HPV)-related conjunctival papilloma that was clinically suspicious for malignancy: A case report. International Journal of Surgery Case Reports, DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2023.108684.

Aldofyan, M. Z., et al. (2023). Successful management of a retained host Descemet’s membrane after penetrating keratoplasty (PKP): A case report. International Journal of Surgery Case Reports, DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2023.108595.

Aldofyan, M. Z., et al. (2023). Prescription opioid misuse in relation to addiction susceptibility among women at a Saudi university. Journal of the Saudi Pharmaceutical Society, DOI: 10.1016/j.jsps.2023.101764.

Muhammad Fareed | Management | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Muhammad Fareed | Management | Best Researcher Award

Professor | VIZJA University | Poland

Prof. Dr. Muhammad Fareed is a dedicated scholar in the field of management sciences, recognized for his impactful contributions to Strategic Human Resource Management, Organizational Behavior, Corporate Social Responsibility, and Firm Sustainability. With strong academic training and international exposure, he has cultivated a distinguished career rooted in advancing human capital development, high-performance work systems, and sustainable organizational practices. Prof. Dr. Muhammad Fareed research blends theoretical advancement with practical insights, addressing emerging global challenges in workforce effectiveness, sustainable business performance, and organizational innovation. His scholarly portfolio includes numerous publications in high-impact, indexed journals spanning psychology, environmental studies, economics, and management, reflecting his multidisciplinary approach and research excellence. Demonstrating significant academic impact, his work has garnered 319 citations across 263 documents, with 35 indexed publications and an h-index of 12, underscoring his growing influence in the research community. He has actively contributed to funded research projects at national and international levels, focusing on institutional effectiveness, human resource systems, and strategic performance evaluation. Known for his leadership in academic environments, he has supervised several postgraduate research dissertations across diverse themes, including sustainability, artificial intelligence, employee performance, and cross-cultural management. Alongside his research achievements, he has served in teaching and academic leadership roles across reputable global institutions, demonstrating exceptional commitment to mentorship, knowledge dissemination, and student development. Driven by a passion to advance the frontiers of knowledge, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Fareed continues to inspire emerging researchers and contribute to scholarly discourse on evolving business and human resource practices, innovation-driven leadership, and sustainable development. His professional ethos emphasizes collaborative research, ethical academic practice, and strategic vision, positioning him as an influential voice in shaping modern organizational and human capital strategies worldwide.

Profiles: Scopus | Orcid 

Featured Publications

Ma, C., Ijaz, F., Fareed, M., & Laeeq, H. (2025). Adoption of e-learning technology in China’s higher education: insights from teachers’ perspectives [Adopción del aprendizaje en línea en la educación superior de China: la perspectiva de los docentes]. RIED-Revista Iberoamericana de Educación a Distancia, 28(2).

Pahuja, A., Hassan, R., Chandel, A., Kaushik, N., Bhanot, N., & Fareed, M. (2025). Domain development and future research agendas in corporate governance and sustainability research: A review. Sustainable Development, 0, 1–22.

Cai, Y., Rahman, H. U., Khan, A. B., & Fareed, M. (2025). The role of environmental quality, financial development and institutional quality in sustainable economic growth: Evidence from China. Contemporary Economics, 19(3), 254–268.

ur Rehman, S., Khan, S. N., Antohi, V. M., Bashir, S., Fareed, M., Fortea, C., & Cristian, N. P. (2024). Open innovation Big Data analytics and its influence on sustainable tourism development: A multi-dimensional assessment of economic, policy, and behavioral factors. Journal of Open Innovation: Technology, Market, and Complexity, 100254.

Abboh, U. A., Majid, A. H. A., Fareed, M., & Ismail, A. I. (2024). High-performance work practices–lecturers’ performance connection: Does working condition matter? Management in Education, 38(2), 79–90.

 

Nitin Goyal | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Nitin Goyal | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | Central University of Haryana | India

Dr. Nitin Goyal is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of Computer Science and Engineering, recognized for his extensive contributions to advanced computing technologies, underwater wireless sensor networks (UWSN), and intelligent communication systems. With a robust academic foundation and over sixteen years of professional experience, he has established a prolific research profile encompassing artificial intelligence, machine learning, deep learning, Internet of Things (IoT), and wireless sensor networks (WSN). Dr. Nitin Goyal has authored more than 175 research papers, including 90 SCI-indexed, 15 Scopus-indexed, 15 book chapters, and numerous conference proceedings, reflecting his commitment to high-impact scientific dissemination. His innovative work has led to the filing of 30 patents, with 20 already granted, demonstrating his drive for technological advancement and innovation. As an editor and contributor to multiple international books published by CRC Press, IGI Global, and Cambridge Scholars, he plays a vital role in bridging research and industry applications. His active engagement as a reviewer, editorial board member, and guest editor for renowned SCI journals such as Scientific Reports (Nature) and CMC – Computers, Materials & Continua further emphasizes his scholarly leadership. Dr. Nitin Goyal research excellence has been recognized globally through awards such as the Best Researcher Award and his inclusion in the list of the world’s top 2% scientists by Elsevier. His recent works on AI-driven pest classification, privacy-preserving frameworks, and intelligent anti-phishing models underscore his continuous pursuit of innovation for sustainable and secure technological ecosystems. 3,747 Citations by 2,904 documents, 128 Documents, 35 h-index.

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Featured Publications

Trivedi, N. K., Gautam, V., Anand, A., Aljahdali, H. M., Villar, S. G., Anand, D., … (2021). Early detection and classification of tomato leaf disease using high-performance deep neural network. Sensors, 21(23), 7987.

Kumar, A., Sharma, S., Goyal, N., Singh, A., Cheng, X., & Singh, P. (2021). Secure and energy-efficient smart building architecture with emerging technology IoT. Computer Communications, 176, 207–217.

Lilhore, U. K., Imoize, A. L., Li, C. T., Simaiya, S., Pani, S. K., Goyal, N., Kumar, A., … (2022). Design and implementation of an ML and IoT based adaptive traffic-management system for smart cities. Sensors, 22(8), 2908.

Chaudhary, M., Goyal, N., Benslimane, A., Awasthi, L. K., Alwadain, A., & Singh, A. (2022). Underwater wireless sensor networks: Enabling technologies for node deployment and data collection challenges. IEEE Internet of Things Journal, 1.

Goyal, N., Dave, M., & Verma, A. K. (2020). SAPDA: Secure authentication with protected data aggregation scheme for improving QoS in scalable and survivable UWSNs. Wireless Personal Communications, 113(1), 1–15.

Wenwen Zhang | Agriculture | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Wenwen Zhang | Agriculture | Best Researcher Award

Lecturer | Henan Agricultural University | China

Dr. Wenwen Zhang, a lecturer at the College of Resources and Environment, Henan Agricultural University, is an accomplished researcher specializing in the bioremediation of degraded soils and soil nutrient resource management. Her scientific pursuits focus on enhancing soil fertility, promoting sustainable agricultural productivity, and mitigating environmental degradation through biological and ecological approaches. With a strong foundation in soil ecology and environmental sciences, Dr. Wenwen Zhang has led and participated in several funded research projects, including studies supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and provincial research initiatives. Her research has produced significant insights into the synergistic roles of earthworms and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi in improving nitrogen use efficiency and soil health, as reflected in her publications in high-impact journals such as Applied Soil Ecology, Plant and Soil, and Journal of Integrative Agriculture. Beyond her research, she has contributed to academic resources through co-authoring books like Utilization of Agricultural Resources and Plant Protection and Advances in Soil Ecology. With 373 citations by 357 documents, 9 published papers, and an h-index of 7, she has made a measurable impact in her field. Her innovative work on soil carbon and nitrogen dynamics particularly the role of straw incorporation in enhancing nitrogen sequestration and reducing nitrate leaching has advanced sustainable soil management strategies. By integrating ecological mechanisms with agricultural applications, Dr. Wenwen Zhang research supports the global pursuit of low-impact, climate-resilient farming systems, reinforcing her role as a key contributor to agricultural sustainability and environmental protection.

Profiles: Scopus 

Featured Publications

Zhang, W., Wang, C., Liu, M., & Yu, Y. (2019). Integrated reclamation of saline soil nitrogen transformation in the hyphosphere by earthworms and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungus. Applied Soil Ecology, 135, 137–146.

Zhang, W., Wang, C., Lu, T., & Zheng, Y. (2018). Cooperation between arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi and earthworms promotes the physiological adaptation of maize under a high salt stress. Plant and Soil, 423(1–2), 125–140.

Zhang, W., Cao, J., Zhang, S., & Wang, C. (2016). Effect of earthworms and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi on the microbial community and maize growth under salt stress. Applied Soil Ecology, 107, 214–223.

Zhang, W., Wang, C., Xue, R., & Wang, L. (2019). Effects of salinity on the soil microbial community and soil fertility. Journal of Integrative Agriculture, 18(6), 1360–1368.

Zhang, W., Wang, C., Dong, M., Jin, S., & Li, H. (2018). Dynamics of soil fertility and maize growth with lower environmental impacts depending on a combination of organic and mineral fertilizer. Journal of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition, 18(2), 556–575.

Raziyeh Teimouri | Urban Environmental Planning | Best Research Article Award

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Dr. Raziyeh Teimouri | Urban Environmental Planning | Best Research Article Award

Researcher | University of South Australia | Australia

Dr. Raziyeh Teimouri is a distinguished academic and urban planner whose research and teaching expertise bridge the fields of urban and regional planning, healthy cities, and socio-environmental sustainability. Her scholarly work focuses on advancing sustainable urban development through green space planning, spatial analysis, and ecological design strategies that promote both social well-being and environmental resilience. She has made notable contributions to the understanding of urban heat island mitigation, land-use dynamics, and equitable access to green and public spaces by integrating GIS, AI, and data-driven methods into urban research. With 235 citations across 221 documents, 23 publications, and an h-index of 9, her research has been widely published in high-impact international journals, addressing critical urban challenges in both developed and developing contexts. Beyond academia, she has applied her expertise across interdisciplinary and governmental projects, contributing to strategic planning, policy assessment, and climate-responsive urban design. Her professional memberships in organizations such as the Planning Institute of Australia and the Royal Geographical Society of South Australia reflect her active engagement in advancing professional and academic discourses in planning. As a lecturer, researcher, and mentor, she fosters innovation and collaboration in shaping sustainable, inclusive, and healthy urban environments, making her a key contributor to the future of resilient city planning and social-ecological sustainability.

Profiles: Scopus | Orcid | Google Scholar | Researchgate | LinkedIn

Featured Publications

Yigitcanlar, T., Kamruzzaman, M., Teimouri, R., Degirmenci, K., & Alanjagh, F. A. (2020). Association between park visits and mental health in a developing country context: The case of Tabriz, Iran. Landscape and Urban Planning, 199, 103805.

Reshadat, S., Zangeneh, A., Saeidi, S., Teimouri, R., & Yigitcanlar, T. (2019). Measures of spatial accessibility to health centers: Investigating urban and rural disparities in Kermanshah, Iran. Journal of Public Health, 27(4), 519-529.

Teimouri, R., & Yigitcanlar, T. (2018). An approach towards effective ecological planning: Quantitative analysis of urban green space characteristics. Global Journal of Environmental Science and Management, 4(2), 195-206.

Khademi, N., Zanganeh, A., Saeidi, S., Teimouri, R., Khezeli, M., Jamshidi, B., & others. (2021). Quality of life of HIV-infected individuals: Insights from a study of patients in Kermanshah, Iran. BMC Infectious Diseases, 21(1), 203.

Khademi, N., Zangeneh, A., Ziapour, A., Saeidi, S., Teimouri, R., Yenneti, K., & others. (2022). Exploring the epidemiology of suicide attempts: Risk modeling in Kermanshah—Iran. Frontiers in Public Health, 10, 924907.

 

Reyihanguli Tudi | Optical | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Reyihanguli Tudi | Optical | Best Researcher Award

Xinjiang Normal University | China

Ms. Reyihanguli Tudi is a passionate researcher in the field of Physics at Xinjiang Normal University, specializing in Optics with a focus on all-optical terahertz modulation using 2D nanomaterial heterostructures. As a promising young scholar, she has demonstrated exceptional academic dedication and scientific curiosity through the publication of five research papers, including two in SCI-indexed journals such as ACS Applied Optical Materials and Nanomaterials. Her innovative work on THz modulators introduces a novel framework utilizing core–shell nanomaterials, significantly advancing the performance and understanding of optoelectronic devices. With 1 citation by 1 document and an h-index of 1, her research impact is steadily growing, reflecting her emerging influence in the scientific community. Recognized with the prestigious National Scholarship for her academic excellence, Reyihanguli continues to explore the frontier of nanomaterial-based photonic systems. Her work bridges the gap between material science and applied photonics, offering potential breakthroughs in communication, sensing, and signal processing technologies. With a commitment to scientific innovation and precision, she exemplifies the next generation of researchers driving transformative progress in optical physics and nanotechnology.

Profiles: Scopus 

Featured Publications

Tudi, R., (2025). Study on the cocrystal of arginine and acetylsalicylic acid using vibrational spectroscopy and DFT calculations. Spectrochimica Acta Part A Molecular and Biomolecular Spectroscopy.

 

Ramona Vasilica Bacter | Agricultural Science | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Ramona Vasilica Bacter | Agricultural Science | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Ramona Vasilica Bacter | University of Oradea | Romania

Ms. Ramona Vasilica Bacter is a distinguished legal and academic professional with extensive expertise in legal advisory, higher education, and scientific research. She has made significant contributions in the coordination and management of legal offices, providing specialized legal assistance, representing institutional interests in courts and public authorities, and advising on legislative interpretation and compliance. Alongside her legal practice, she has a strong academic profile, engaging in teaching and research at the University of Oradea, where she has delivered courses on sanitary veterinary legislation, law in animal husbandry, human resources management, negotiation techniques, and contracts. She is actively involved in scientific dissemination, having authored 45 publications, including books and internationally indexed scientific papers, and has presented her research at conferences and symposiums, with 7 citations across 7 documents and an h-index of 1. Her work integrates practical legal expertise with educational management, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach that bridges law, public administration, and environmental protection. Ms. Ramona Vasilica Bacter has also contributed to various national and European projects, providing legal and managerial guidance to support project implementation and compliance. Her organizational skills and professional experience are complemented by her training in educational management, project management, legal advising, and human resources, demonstrating her capacity to coordinate teams, lead academic initiatives, and mentor students. Proficient in English and French, she actively collaborates with professional associations and institutions, fostering knowledge exchange and advancing research and education. Her combined experience in legal practice, academic instruction, and research underscores her impactful role in shaping legal, educational, and scientific frameworks.

Profiles: Scopus | Orcid | Google Scholar

Featured Publications

Gherdan, A. E. M., Bacter, R. V., Maerescu, C. M., Iancu, T., Ciolac, R., & Ungureanu, A. (2025). Sustainable tourism development in mountain regions: A case study of Peștera Village, Brasov County, applying the analytic hierarchy process. Sustainability, 17(4), 14.

Gherdan, A. E. M., Bacter, R. V., Ciolac, R., Iancu, T., Maerescu, C. M., Dodu, M. A., et al. (2025). Sustainable agritourism development in Romania’s north-west mountain region: A TOPSIS-based evaluation of strategic priorities. Agriculture, 15(6), 601.

Bacter, R. V., Gherdan, A. E. M., Dodu, M. A., Ciolac, R., Iancu, T., Pîrvulescu, L., et al. (2024). The influence of legislative and economic conditions on Romanian agritourism: SWOT study of northwestern and northeastern regions and sustainable development strategies. Sustainability, 16(17), 7382.

Chiran, A., Gindu, E., Bacter, R. V., & Ruge, M. (2008). Marketing turistic. Publishing House of the University of Oradea.

Maria, G. A. E., & Vasilica, B. R. (n.d.). Dudaş-Gălășel Anca Iulia-The situation of tourism and its recovery policies in Romania and the European Union. Analele Universitatii din Oradea, Fascicula: Ecotoxicologie, Zootehnie si …

Morna, A. A., Brata, A. M., Tirpe, O. P., Muresan, I. C., Arion, F. H., Fora, A. F., & Popa, D. (2023). Analysis of the factors and barriers influencing the consumption of organic products: Case of Bihor county, Romania. Scientific Papers Series Management, Economic Engineering in Agriculture …

 

Ming-Hsiang Su | Signal Processing | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Ming-Hsiang Su | Signal Processing | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Ming-Hsiang Su | Soochow University | Taiwan

Prof. Ming-Hsiang Su is a prominent researcher and assistant professor specializing in the fields of deep learning, natural language processing, and speech signal processing, with a particular focus on spoken dialogue systems, emotion recognition, and personality trait perception. His work integrates advanced computational techniques with real-world applications, developing intelligent systems capable of understanding, interpreting, and generating human-like speech and dialogue. Prof. Ming-Hsiang Su has contributed to the advancement of speech emotion recognition by considering both verbal and nonverbal vocal cues, and has designed sophisticated models for empathetic dialogue generation, text-to-motion transformation, and mood disorder detection through audiovisual signals. He has published extensively in high-impact journals and conferences, addressing topics such as few-shot image segmentation, sound source separation, automatic ontology population, and speaker identification. His research also extends to applied systems, including automated crop disease detection, question-answering systems, and industrial defect detection using deep learning architectures. By combining theoretical insights with practical implementations, Prof. Ming-Hsiang Su work bridges the gap between computational intelligence and human-centered applications, enhancing machine understanding of complex speech, language, and affective behaviors. Through his interdisciplinary approach, he continues to advance innovative methods for human-computer interaction, intelligent dialogue systems, and multimodal data analysis, establishing a significant impact on both academic research and practical technological applications across various domains, with 791 citations by 684 documents, 83 documents, and an h-index of 15.

Profiles: Scopus | Orcid | Google Scholar

Featured Publications

Huang, K. Y., Wu, C. H., Hong, Q. B., Su, M. H., & Chen, Y. H. (2019). Speech emotion recognition using deep neural network considering verbal and nonverbal speech sounds. ICASSP 2019-2019 IEEE International Conference on Acoustics, Speech, and …, 138.

Su, M. H., Wu, C. H., Huang, K. Y., Hong, Q. B., & Wang, H. M. (2017). A chatbot using LSTM-based multi-layer embedding for elderly care. 2017 International Conference on Orange Technologies (ICOT), 70-74.

Hsu, J. H., Su, M. H., Wu, C. H., & Chen, Y. H. (2021). Speech emotion recognition considering nonverbal vocalization in affective conversations. IEEE/ACM Transactions on Audio, Speech, and Language Processing, 29, 1675-1686.

Su, M. H., Wu, C. H., & Cheng, H. T. (2020). A two-stage transformer-based approach for variable-length abstractive summarization. IEEE/ACM Transactions on Audio, Speech, and Language Processing, 28, 2061-2072.

Su, M. H., Wu, C. H., Huang, K. Y., & Hong, Q. B. (2018). LSTM-based text emotion recognition using semantic and emotional word vectors. 2018 First Asian Conference on Affective Computing and Intelligent …, 78.

 

Yiannis Kapakos | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Yiannis Kapakos | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Yiannis Kapakos | Institute of Marine Biological Resources and Inland Waters | Greece

Dr. Yiannis Kapakos is a distinguished ichthyologist with extensive expertise in fish biology, ecology, and conservation. His research primarily focuses on fish reproduction, species identification, and the protection of endemic and threatened species, integrating both freshwater and marine systems. He has advanced knowledge in fish embryology, aquaculture, aquarium science, and fisheries management, employing techniques such as electrofishing, biometric analysis, and otolith-based age determination, along with modern computational tools including GIS, ImageJ, and R for data analysis. Dr. Yiannis Kapakos has contributed significantly to ecological monitoring, sustainable fisheries practices, and conservation-oriented research projects, including LIFE, NATURA, and H2020 initiatives, aiming to develop practical management strategies for aquatic ecosystems. His work encompasses both applied and fundamental research, from designing and managing closed fish breeding systems to implementing species reintroduction and enrichment programs. He has also actively engaged in public outreach and professional training, supporting the education of fishery practitioners and promoting awareness of sustainable practices. Dr. Yiannis Kapakos has authored over two dozen peer-reviewed publications and presented at numerous national and international conferences, highlighting topics such as invasive species management, behavioral ecology of threatened fish, and freshwater biodiversity conservation, and his work has garnered 71 citations across 62 documents, with 15 publications contributing to an h-index of 5. His research integrates fieldwork, laboratory experimentation, and advanced analytical methodologies to address pressing environmental and conservation challenges, making significant contributions to ichthyology, aquatic resource management, and the broader scientific understanding of fish populations and ecosystem health.

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Featured Publications

Barbieri, R., Zogaris, S., Kalogianni, E., Stoumboudi, M. T., Chatzinikolaou, Y., … (2015). Freshwater fishes and lampreys of Greece: An annotated checklist. 126.

Economou, A. N., Zogaris, S., Vardakas, L., Koutsikos, N., Chatzinikolaou, Y., … (2016). Developing policy-relevant river fish monitoring in Greece: Insights from a nation-wide survey. Mediterranean Marine Science, 17(1), 302-322.

Barbieri, R., Vukić, J., Šanda, R., Kapakos, Y., Zogaris, S. (2017). Alburnoides economoui, a new species of spirlin from Central Greece and redescription of Alburnoides thessalicus (Actinopterygii: Cyprinidae). Biologia, 72(9), 1075-1088.

Leris, I., Kalogianni, E., Tsangaris, C., Smeti, E., Laschou, S., Anastasopoulou, E., … (2019). Acute and sub-chronic toxicity bioassays of olive mill wastewater on the Eastern mosquitofish Gambusia holbrooki. Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety, 175, 48-57.

Kalogianni, E., Kapakos, Y., Oikonomou, A., Giakoumi, S., Zimmerman, B. (2022). Dramatic decline of two freshwater killifishes, main anthropogenic drivers and appropriate conservation actions. Journal for Nature Conservation, 67, 126191.