Dr. Nikos Theodoulidis | Geophysics | Best Researcher Award

Research Director | Institute Engineering Seismology and Earthquake Engineering | Greece

Dr. Nikos Theodoulidis is a distinguished geologist and seismologist serving as Research Director with extensive experience in engineering seismology and earthquake engineering. He has been a dedicated researcher at the Institute of Engineering Seismology and Earthquake Engineering in Thessaloniki, Greece, where he also held the position of Director. His work focuses on strong ground motion modeling, seismic hazard assessment, surface geophysics, and evaluating site effects using both earthquake and ambient noise data. He has made significant contributions to understanding the consequences of destructive earthquakes and has been instrumental in planning, operating, and analyzing data from accelerometric networks. As a lead scientist, he has overseen numerous national and European research projects, contributing to advancements in earthquake engineering practice and policy. He has authored and co-authored over 108 documents, cited more than 3,556 times across 2,631 documents, and holds an h-index of 30, reflecting his sustained impact on the field. His expertise bridges theoretical research and practical application, providing critical insights into earthquake risk mitigation, infrastructure resilience, and public safety, while demonstrating a long-standing commitment to advancing seismology and mentoring the next generation of researchers.

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Featured Publications

Xun, Z., Theodoulidis, N., et al. Estimation of vertical amplification correction function (VACF) in Greece based on the generalized inversion technique of strong motion and diffuse field concept on earthquakes. Bulletin of the Seismological Society of America.

Xun, Z., Theodoulidis, N., et al. Ground-motion dependency on seasonal variations: Observations at the ARGONET array, Cephalonia, Greece. Bulletin of the Seismological Society of America.

Xun, Z., Theodoulidis, N., et al. Analyzing the stability of P-wave seismogram method for estimating VS30: Insights from two accelerometer arrays in Greece. Bulletin of the Seismological Society of America.

Xun, Z., Theodoulidis, N., et al. Towards site-specific ground motion estimates in Greece using a partially non-ergodic, mixed-effects, neural network approach. Soil Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering.

Xun, Z., Theodoulidis, N., et al. Constraining the near-surface VS structure by the joint inversion of SH wave transfer function, Rayleigh wave dispersion and ellipticity information. Geophysical Journal International.

Dr. Vijay Rayamajhi | Biochemistry | Inspirational Scientist Visionary Award

Dr. Vijay Rayamajhi, Postdoctoral researcher, Soonchunhyang University, Nepal

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Publication Top Note ✍️📖

Bioactive molecules from Nocardia: diversity, bioactivities and biosynthesis

Improved production of 1-deoxynojirymicin in Escherichia coli through metabolic engineering

Characterization of tailoring steps of nargenicin A1 biosynthesis reveals a novel analogue with anticancer activities

Complete Genome Sequence of Nocardia sp. Strain CS682, a Producer of Antibacterial Compound Nargenicin A1

Effects of Four Organic Carbon Sources on the Growth and Astaxanthin Accumulation of Haematococcus lacustris

Functional Characterization of NgnL, an Alpha/beta-hydrolase Enzyme Involved in Biosynthesis of Acetylated Nodusmicin

Bioactive Compounds from Nocardia: Biosynthesis and Production

Improved Production of Astaxanthin from Haematococcus pluvialis Using a Hybrid Open–Closed Cultivation System

Actinomadura Species: Laboratory Maintenance and Ribosome Engineering

Screening and Selection of Antibiotics for Enhanced Production of Astaxanthin by Haematococcus lacustris