Clara R. Azzam | Plant Genetics | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Clara R. Azzam | Plant Genetics | Best Researcher Award

Cell Research Department at Agricultural Research Center | Egypt

Prof. Dr. Clara R. Azzam, a distinguished Egyptian scientist, has made significant contributions to plant genetics, cytology, and biotechnology through her long career at the Agricultural Research Center, where she currently serves as Head of the Cell Research Department at the Field Crops Research Institute. She earned her Ph.D. in Agronomy (2001) from Cairo University, focusing on sunflower improvement using both conventional and biotechnological breeding approaches, after completing earlier degrees in plant sciences. With over 30 years of professional experience, she has advanced research in plant tissue culture, molecular breeding, mutation induction, genetic transformation, and crop adaptation to environmental stresses. Her research interests focus on genetic resources, salinity tolerance, mutation breeding, and sustainable agricultural biotechnology. Demonstrating strong scientific impact, she has published 18 documents, accumulated 187 citations across 135 documents, and achieved an h-index of 7. Dr. Azzam possesses advanced research skills in cytogenetics, molecular markers, and crop biotechnology, complemented by leadership in international collaborations with institutions in Germany, Austria, and the USA. She has received multiple honors including the Arab World Lady Medal (2025), Women’s Appreciation Award in Agriculture (2021), and ARC Shields of Excellence. Her achievements reflect outstanding dedication to advancing plant science and agricultural innovation globally.

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Abou-Sreea, A. I. B., Azzam, C. R., Al-Taweel, S. K., Abdel-Aziz, R. M., Belal, H. E. E., … (2021). Natural biostimulant attenuates salinity stress effects in chili pepper by remodeling antioxidant, ion, and phytohormone balances, and augments gene expression. Plants, 10(11), 2316.

Azzam, C. R., Al-Taweel, S. K., Abdel-Aziz, R. M., Rabea, K. M., Abou-Sreea, A. I. B., … (2021). Salinity effects on gene expression, morphological, and physio-biochemical responses of Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni in vitro. Plants, 10(4), 820.

Al-Taweel, S. K., Azzam, C. R., Khaled, K. A., & Abdel-Aziz, R. M. (2021). Improvement of Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni) and steviol glycoside through traditional breeding and biotechnological approaches. SABRAO Journal of Breeding and Genetics, 53(1), 88–111.

Azzam, C. R., Zaki, S. N. S., Bamagoos, A. A., Rady, M. M., & Alharby, H. F. (2022). Soaking maize seeds in zeatin-type cytokinin biostimulators improves salt tolerance by enhancing the antioxidant system and photosynthetic efficiency. Plants, 11(8), 1004.

Awaad, H., Abu-hashim, M., & Negm, A. (2021). Mitigating environmental stresses for agricultural sustainability in Egypt. In Springer International Publishing.

Margaretta Christita | Plant Pathology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Margaretta Christita | Plant Pathology | Best Researcher Award

Young Researcher at National Research and Innovation Agency | Indonesia

Dr. Margaretta Christita is a plant pathologist and researcher at Indonesia’s National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), specializing in plant–microbe interactions, microbial biotechnology, and sustainable forest microbiology. She holds a Ph.D. in Biological and Environmental Sciences from the University of Helsinki, Finland, where her doctoral work focused on the histology and pathogenic mechanisms of Taphrina betulina in birch, following her bachelor’s in forestry and master’s in plant biotechnology from Universitas Gadjah Mada. Since beginning her research career in 2014 at the Ministry of Forestry, she has accumulated extensive professional experience, leading projects on biocontrol of plant pathogens, plant-assisted bioremediation, fungal and bacterial diversity, and industrial collaborations with PT. Royal Lestari Utama and PT. Java Agro Spices. Her research interests encompass plant disease resistance, microbial biofertilizers, endophytic microbes for stress tolerance, and biopharmaceutical potential of natural compounds. Skilled in molecular microbiology, metagenomics, microbial isolation, and bioassay techniques, she has published 21 documents indexed in Scopus, cited by 30 documents, with 35 total citations and an h-index of 4. She has also authored books, book chapters with Academic Press, and secured patents for microbial biocontrol agents and biofertilizers. Recognized for her applied innovations and academic outputs, she is a promising leader in advancing plant pathology and sustainability.

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Irawan, A., Anggraeni, I., & Christita, M. (2015). Identifikasi penyebab penyakit bercak daun pada bibit cempaka (Magnolia elegans (Blume.) H. Keng) dan teknik pengendaliannya. Jurnal Wasian, 2(2), 87–94.

Arini, D. I. D., Christita, M., & Kinho, J. (2019). The macrofungi diversity and their potential utilization in Tangale Nature Reserve Gorontalo Province. Berita Biologi, 18(1), 109–115.

Christita, M., Arini, D. I. D., Kinho, J., Halawane, J. E., Kafiar, J., & Diwi, M. S. (2017). Keragaman dan potensi makrofungi di Obyek Ekowisata Kaki Dian, Gunung Klabat–Minahasa Utara. Jurnal Mikologi Indonesia, 1(2), 82–90.

Suryawan, A., Christita, M., & Yuliantoro, I. (2015). Potensi dan strategi pengembangan taman hutan raya Gunung Tumpa Manado, Sulawesi Utara dalam upaya konservasi keanekaragaman hayati subkawasan Wallacea. Prosiding Seminar Nasional Masyarakat Biodiversitas Indonesia, 1(4), 714–720.

Arini, D. I. D., Kinho, J., Diwi, M. S., Christita, M., Halawane, J. E., Fahmi, M. S., & Kafiar, Y. (2018). Keanekaragaman satwa liar untuk ekowisata Taman Hutan Aqua Lestari, Minahasa Utara. Jurnal Wasian, 5(1), 1–14.

Shakil Zeb | Ecology | Best Scholar Award

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Mr. Shakil Zeb | Ecology | Best Scholar Award

PhD Scholar at Quaid-i-Azam University Islamabad | Pakistan

Mr. Shakil Zeb, a promising scholar at Quaid-i-Azam University Islamabad, Pakistan, specializes in plant ecology, conservation, and riparian vegetation studies. He earned his M.Phil. in Plant Sciences (2020) and M.Sc. in Botany (2017) from Quaid-i-Azam University, and holds additional degrees in Education from Allama Iqbal Open University. His research experience spans field data collection, plant identification, herbarium specimen processing, soil analysis, GIS mapping, and statistical analysis using PCORD and CANCOO, alongside laboratory expertise in PCR, atomic absorption spectrometry, and nanodrop systems. With 6 published documents, cited 40 times across 39 citing documents, and an h-index of 3, he has contributed to studies on riparian vegetation classification, ethnobotany, wild edible mushrooms, and carbon sequestration in the Hindukush-Himalaya region. Mr. Zeb has actively participated in international symposia, poster presentations, workshops, and volunteer initiatives, demonstrating strong leadership, communication, and academic engagement. He has received multiple recognitions for research contributions, academic excellence, and community involvement. His expertise and interdisciplinary skills indicate strong potential for producing high-impact publications, expanding international collaborations, and advancing applied research in ecology. With a commitment to conservation and sustainable resource management, Mr. Shakil Zeb is poised to become a leading researcher and mentor, contributing significantly to ecological science and environmental sustainability at both national and global levels.

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Featured Publications

Zeb, S. A., Khan, S. M., Ahmad, Z., & Abdullah. (2021). Phytogeographic elements and vegetation along the river Panjkora—Classification and ordination studies from the Hindu Kush Mountains range. The Botanical Review, 87(4), 518–542.

Ahmad, Z., Khan, S. M., Afza, R., Ullah, A., Zeb, S. A., Issayeva, K. S., & Bekzatqyzy, I. S. (2023). Angiosperms distribution under the influence of microclimatic factors across a polluted ecosystem. Journal of Hazardous Materials Advances, 9, 100223.

Muhammad Shakeel Khan, F. M. S. A., Shujaul Mulk Khan, S. M.*, Abdullah, & Liu, J. (2025). Ecological assessment of Iris hookeriana across subalpine and alpine regions of the Hindu-Himalayas. Frontiers in Forests and Global Change, 8, 1–15.

Abdullah. (2021). Phytogeographic elements and vegetation along the River Panjkora—Classification and ordination studies from the Hindu Kush Mountains range. Botanical Review, 1–25.

Bashir ud Din, N. Z. S. A. Z., Hadi, F., Zahoor ul Haq, Z., Ahmed, M., Abbas, M., … & Zeb, S. A. (2020). Ethno botanical perspective of medicinal plants in Mulkhow Valley District Upper Chitral, Pakistan. Academic Journal of Plant Sciences, 13(1), 15–22.

Romina Sayahnia | Ecology | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Romina Sayahnia | Ecology | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at Shahid Beheshti University | Iran

Assistant Professor Dr. Romina Sayahnia is a distinguished scholar in the field of ecology and environmental planning, currently serving at the Department of Environmental Planning and Design, Environmental Sciences Research Institute, Shahid Beheshti University, Iran. She holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Planning (2012) from the University of Tehran, where her dissertation focused on ecological capability evaluation for urban development, preceded by an M.Sc. in Environmental Planning, Management and Education (2002) and a B.Sc. in Green Space and Landscape Engineering (1998), both completed with top distinction. With nearly two decades of professional academic experience, she has made impactful contributions to sustainable urban development, ecological modeling, and resilience studies. Her research interests include carrying capacity analysis, spatial planning, GIS/RS applications, environmental modeling, and resilience frameworks, with practical applications in both urban and natural ecosystems. Dr. Sayahnia has developed strong research skills in ecological capability modeling, spatial analysis, and interdisciplinary environmental planning, applying these in 10 completed or ongoing research projects and five consultancy or industry projects. She has published 19 documents, which have received 170 citations from 161 different documents, reflecting her growing recognition in the international research community. A committed academic leader, she is an active member of the Iranian Association for Environmental Assessment (IAEA) and engages with professional and community initiatives to advance environmental sustainability. Though not yet decorated with international awards, her consistent scholarly achievements and professional service mark her as an emerging leader in her field. In conclusion, Dr. Sayahnia’s academic excellence, impactful publications, and commitment to ecological resilience and sustainable planning establish her as a highly deserving candidate for international recognition and awards in ecology and environmental sciences.

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Mokhtari, Z., Barghjelveh, S., Sayahnia, R., Karami, P., Qureshi, S., & Russo, A. (2022). Spatial pattern of the green heat sink using patch-and network-based analysis: Implication for urban temperature alleviation. Sustainable Cities and Society, 83, 103964.

Ebrahimi, E., Sayahnia, R., Ranjbaran, Y., Vaissi, S., & Ahmadzadeh, F. (2021). Dynamics of threatened mammalian distribution in Iran’s protected areas under climate change. Mammalian Biology, 101(6), 759–774.

Mir, A., Sobhani, P., & Sayahnia, R. (2022). Assessment of the ecological footprint associated with consumption resources and urbanization development in Sistan and Baluchestan province, Iran. Results in Engineering, 16, 100673.

Mahmoudi, H., Sayahnia, R., Esmaeilzadeh, H., & Azadi, H. (2018). Integrating resilience assessment in environmental impact assessment. Integrated Environmental Assessment and Management, 14(5), 567–570.

Ebrahimi, E., Ranjbaran, Y., Sayahnia, R., & Ahmadzadeh, F. (2022). Assessing the climate change effects on the distribution pattern of the Azerbaijan Mountain Newt (Neurergus crocatus). Ecological Complexity, 50, 100997.

Mossad Maamoun | Plant Genetics | International Botanical Research Award

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Dr. Mossad Maamoun | Plant Genetics | International Botanical Research Award

Horticulture Research Institute at Researcher | Egypt

Dr. Mossad Khairy Mohamed Zaky Maamoun is a researcher at the Horticultural Research Station in Nubaria, affiliated with Egypt’s Agricultural Research Center, Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation. He earned his B.Sc. in Agricultural Sciences (2008) with honors in Floriculture and Medicinal Plants, his M.Sc. (2015) on genetic studies of Nigella sativa using radiation and chemical mutagens, and his Ph.D. (2019) in Agricultural Sciences from Kafrelsheikh University, focusing on biotechnology and polyploidization in medicinal plants. With extensive professional experience ranging from agricultural engineer to research leadership, he has played a vital role as General Supervisor in the National Program for Vegetable Seed Production in Nubaria and in supervising postgraduate theses on medicinal plant breeding. His research interests include agriculture, horticulture, plant genetics, biotechnology, tissue culture, seed technology, plant breeding, and oil extraction, with notable emphasis on improving black cumin (Nigella sativa). Dr. Maamoun’s research skills span tissue culture, molecular characterization, mutation breeding, polyploidization, and somatic embryogenesis, supported by publications in reputed journals such as HortScience, HortTechnology, and Agronomy. He has authored 4 documents, cited by 9 documents, with an h-index of 1, reflecting growing academic impact. Among his honors is the 2024 registration of a new Nigella sativa variety, “Black Diamond,” recognized for high yield and oil content. In conclusion, Dr. Mossad Maamoun stands out as an innovative agricultural scientist whose expertise, leadership in seed production, and contributions to medicinal plant breeding position him as a rising figure in international botanical research with promising future potential.

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Maamoun, M. K. M., El-Mahrouk, M. E., Dewir, Y. H., & Omran, S. A. (2014). Effect of radiation and chemical mutagens on seeds germination of black cumin (Nigella sativa L.). Journal of Agricultural Technology, 10(5), 1183–1199.

El-Mahrouk, M. E., Maamoun, M. K., El-Banna, A. N., Omran, S. A., & Dewir, Y. H. (2018). In vitro gynogenesis and flow cytometry analysis of the regenerated haploids of black cumin (Nigella sativa). HortScience, 53(5), 681–686.

El-Mahrouk, M. E., Maamoun, M. K., Dewir, Y. H., Omran, S. A., & El-Banna, A. N. (2015). Morphological and molecular characterization of induced mutants in Nigella sativa L. using irradiation and chemical mutagens. Egyptian Journal of Plant Breeding, 19(5), 257–272.

El-Mahrouk, M. E., Maamoun, M. K., Dewir, Y. H., El-Banna, A. N., Rihan, H. Z., Salamh, A., Al-Aizari, A. A., & Fuller, M. P. (2022). Synchronized seed germination and seedling growth of black cumin. HortTechnology, 32(2), 182–190.

El-Mahrouk, M. E., Maamoun, M. K., Abu El-Leel, O. F., Dewir, Y. H., El-Banna, A. N., Naidoo, Y., & Datta, S. K. (2020). Morpho-agronomical and biochemical traits screening and genetic variability in selected black cumin (Nigella sativa) mutant lines. Sains Malaysiana, 49(3), 503–515.

Marco Lombardi | Soil-Plant Relations | Plant Science Pioneer Award

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Dr. Marco Lombardi | Soil-Plant Relations | Plant Science Pioneer Award

Doctor at Aarhus University | Denmark

Dr. Marco Lombardi, Postdoctoral Researcher at Aarhus University, Denmark, is an emerging plant scientist recognized for his pioneering work in soil–plant relations, root phenotyping, and sustainable agriculture. He earned his Ph.D. in Plant Science (2019–2023) through a joint program between the University of Nottingham (UK), CNR (Italy), and Campus Bio-Medico, University of Rome, where his thesis explored the molecular mechanisms controlling root growth angle in cereals. His academic path also includes an M.S. in Food Science and Human Nutrition, a II Level Master’s in Food Science and Technology for Human Nutrition, and a B.S. in Food Science and Human Nutrition. Professionally, Dr. Lombardi has contributed as a research assistant in plant physiology, an international trainee through Erasmus+ in London, and a volunteer researcher in Tanzania, before advancing to his current postdoctoral role investigating root mixture analysis under diverse perennial cropping systems. His research interests focus on non-invasive root phenotyping, multispectral analysis, grassland mixtures, and belowground carbon sequestration, supported by advanced research skills in imaging, data analysis, and bioinformatics. With 90 citations from 87 documents, 5 publications, and an h-index of 3, his contributions are steadily gaining recognition. Recipient of multiple honors including the Irene Manton Poster Prize (2022), his work demonstrates innovation, leadership, and potential for shaping sustainable solutions in plant science.

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Fusi, R., Rosignoli, S., Lou, H., Sangiorgi, G., Bovina, R., Pattem, J. K., Borkar, A. N., … (2022). Root angle is controlled by EGT1 in cereal crops employing an antigravitropic mechanism. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 119(31), e2201350119.

Lombardi, M., De Gara, L., & Loreto, F. (2021). Determinants of root system architecture for future‐ready, stress‐resilient crops. Physiologia Plantarum, 172(4), 2090–2097.

Kong, X., Xiong, Y., Song, X., Wadey, S., Yu, S., Rao, J., Lale, A., Lombardi, M., … (2024). Ethylene regulates auxin-mediated root gravitropic machinery and controls root angle in cereal crops. Plant Physiology, 195(3), 1969–1980.

Lombardi, M., Bellucci, M., Cimini, S., Locato, V., Loreto, F., & De Gara, L. (2024). Exploring natural variations in Arabidopsis thaliana: Plant adaptability to salt stress. Plants, 13(8), 1069.

Lombardi, M., Madsen, C. K., Peterson, A., Jørgensen, U., & Brinch-Pedersen, H. (2025). Root mixture analysis: Methods and vision. Trends in Plant Science. Advance online publication.

Prince Owusu | Ecology | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Prince Owusu | Ecology | Best Researcher Award

Research Assistant at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology College of Agriculture and Natural Resources | Ghana

Mr. Prince Owusu is an emerging ecologist and natural resources scholar from Ghana with a strong academic and professional background in environmental governance, sustainability, and forest management. He earned a BSc in Natural Resources Management (Silviculture and Forest Management option) in 2023 and an MPhil in Natural Resources and Environmental Governance in 2025, both from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST). Professionally, he has worked with leading organizations including the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), UNESCO, the Forestry Commission of Ghana, CIAT in partnership with Mondelez, and the Circular Bioeconomy Alliance under the European Forest Institute. His research interests span ecological economics, environmental governance, climate change, ecosystem services, rural livelihoods, and landscape restoration, with special attention to socio-economic dimensions of conservation. He possesses advanced research skills in data collection, SPSS and R-based statistical analysis, GIS applications, and technical report writing. Owusu has published in reputable outlets such as Journal of Sustainable Forestry (Taylor & Francis), Scientific African (Elsevier), and Journal of Sustainability Science (Springer). His academic excellence has been recognized through multiple awards including Best Thesis Presenter at KNUST and the Aspire Leaders Program Award (Harvard Business School). With proven leadership, outreach, and research capacity, he is poised to make significant contributions to ecology and sustainable development globally.

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Owusu, P., Asare, B. W., Aikins, B., Dogbe, P. Y., & Asaah, D. W. (2025, December). Willingness to pay for urban heat island mitigation through increased tree coverage: A contingent valuation study in Accra and Kumasi, Ghana. City and Environment Interactions, 18, 100242.

Kaio Cesar Marinho Cunha | Plant Morphology | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Kaio Cesar Marinho Cunha | Plant Morphology | Best Researcher Award

Biology at Instituto Nacional de Pesquisas da Amazônia | Brazil

Mr. Kaio Cesar Marinho Cunha is an emerging Brazilian botanist specializing in plant morphology and taxonomy, with a strong focus on Amazonian flora and the Sapotaceae family. Born in Manaus in 1997, he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences from the Escola Superior Batista do Amazonas (2018), a specialization in Environmental Auditing and Management from FAMETRO (2020), and a Master’s degree in Botany from the State University of Feira de Santana (2023), under the guidance of Anderson Geyson Alves de Araújo and Alberto Vicentini. Professionally, he has been closely associated with the Instituto Nacional de Pesquisas da Amazônia (INPA), serving as a research assistant in the Biological Dynamics of Forest Fragments Project, and contributing to initiatives such as the INCT Virtual Flora and Fungi program and herbarium support projects. His research interests include taxonomy of Sapotaceae, plant morphology, morphometric analysis, and the integration of spectroscopic tools like near-infrared spectroscopy for taxonomic validation. He has developed strong research skills in specimen identification, morphometric data analysis, fieldwork, and interdisciplinary collaboration, complemented by his participation in national and international symposia and conferences. His publications include articles in reputable journals such as FLORA and Phytotaxa, alongside presentations at INPA scientific congresses. He has also been a CAPES scholarship holder, reflecting academic recognition of his research potential. With growing contributions to taxonomy, biodiversity conservation, and educational outreach, Mr. Cunha demonstrates promise as a researcher who bridges classical and modern approaches, making him a deserving candidate for honors and future leadership in botanical sciences.

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Oliveira, G. L. de, Araújo, M. G. P. de, Stauffer, F., & Cunha, K. C. M. (2025). Comparative morpho-anatomy of the female flowers in species of the Amazonian palm genus Oenocarpus Martius. Flora, 328, 152745.

Vasconcelos, C. C., Cunha, K. C. M., & Terra-Araujo, M. H. (2023). Lucuma kossmanniae, a new name for Pouteria kossmanniae (Sapotaceae, Chrysophylloideae). Phytotaxa, 609(1), 71–73.

Cunha, K. C. M., Vicentini, A., & Terra-Araujo, M. H. (2018). Atualização taxonômica da coleção de Sapotaceae do Projeto Dinâmica Biológica de Fragmentos Florestais. In Anais do VII Congresso de Iniciação Científica do INPA (pp. 52–55). INPA, Manaus, Brazil.

Cunha, K. C. M., & Terra-Araujo, M. H. (2017). É possível o reconhecimento de Chrysophyllum sanguinolentum (Pierre) Baehni (Sapotaceae)? In Anais do VI Congresso de Iniciação Científica do INPA (pp. 62–66). INPA, Manaus, Brazil.

Jaime Pereña-Ortiz | Botanical Conservation | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Jaime Pereña-Ortiz | Botanical Conservation | Best Researcher Award

Professor at University of Malaga | Spain

Dr. Jaime Pereña-Ortiz, currently Assistant Professor at the University of Malaga, is an accomplished botanist with expertise in plant conservation, biodiversity restoration, and vegetation management. He earned his Licentiate in Biology with a specialization in Plant Biology from the University of Malaga in 2002, obtained a Master’s degree in Conservation, Management, and Restoration of Biodiversity from the University of Granada in 2013, and completed his Ph.D. in Biology at the University of Malaga in 2018 with a Cum Laude thesis on the conservation value of coastal habitats in Southern Spain. Over his 16-year career, he has worked with leading institutions including the Junta de Andalucía, IUCN, Aula del Mar, and the Asociación Iberomacaronésica de Jardines Botánicos, contributing to both in situ and ex situ conservation strategies, habitat restoration, and international projects such as the Cueva de Nerja Conservation Initiative. His research interests focus on threatened plant species, invasive flora, coastal ecosystems, and the application of GIS tools in ecological monitoring. Skilled in field botany, phytosociology, ecological modeling, and population reinforcement, he has published 14 Scopus-indexed documents with 64 citations by 62 documents and an h-index of 4. Recognized for his impactful contributions, Dr. Pereña-Ortiz is strongly positioned to advance botanical conservation through leadership, international collaborations, and high-impact research.

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Hammana, C., Pereña-Ortiz, J. F., Meddad-Hamza, A., Hamel, T., … (2024). The wetlands of Northeastern Algeria (Guelma and Souk Ahras): Stakes for the conservation of regional biodiversity. Land, 13(2), 210.

Gil-Leguizamón, P. A., Pereña-Ortiz, J. F., Sánchez-Mata, D., Salvo-Tierra, Á. E., … (2024). Spatial and temporal dynamics of the vegetation cover from the Bijagual Massif, Boyacá, Colombia, during the 1986–2021 period. Plants, 13(7), 948.

Salvo-Tierra, Á. E., Pereña-Ortiz, J., Cortes-Molino, Á., Rodríguez-Rodríguez, D., … (2020). Modelo de evaluación de la efectividad, continuidad y conectividad del sistema de áreas protegidas costeras mediante el análisis de su flora y vegetación. Universidad Complutense de Madrid.

Pérez, L. M. S., Ortiz, J. P., & Parra, M. B. (2009). Presencia y estado de conservación de Jasione corymbosa Poir. ex Schult. (Campanulaceae) en la Península Ibérica. Acta Botánica Malacitana, 284–287.

Parra, M. B., Rangel, A. R., & Ortiz, J. P. (2007). Sobre el estado de conservación de Scrophularia viciosoi A. Ortega & Devesa (Scrophulariaceae). Acta Botánica Malacitana, 32, 282–284.

Mohsen Shakeri | Forestry | Innovation Research Award

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Prof. Mohsen Shakeri | Forestry | Innovation Research Award

Professor at Babol Noushirvani University of Technology | Iran

Prof. Mohsen Shakeri, Professor and Head of the Fuel Cell Research Center at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Babol Noshirvani University of Technology, Iran, is an accomplished scholar with extensive expertise in CAD/CAM systems, process planning, machining simulation, and renewable energy technologies. He earned his Ph.D. in CAD/CAM from Toyohashi University of Technology, Japan (2000), following an M.Sc. in Applied Solid Mechanics from Tehran University (1991) and a B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from Shiraz University (1989), where he ranked first among his cohort. Over the past two decades, he has led and supervised numerous groundbreaking research projects in fuel cell technology, including PEM fuel cells for combined heat and power, aviation, and hydrogen generation systems, alongside innovations in 3D printing and biosensor development. His research interests encompass feature-based design, process optimization, energy conversion, and sustainable technology applications. With strong skills in advanced CAD/CAM, computer-aided manufacturing, simulation, optimization methods, and experimental design, Prof. Shakeri has published 85 scientific documents indexed in Scopus, accumulating 1,397 citations from 1,269 documents, and holds an h-index of 21, reflecting the quality and impact of his scholarship. He is an active member of international professional organizations such as the Japan Society of Precision Engineering, the Iranian Society of Mechanical Engineering, and the Iranian Society of Hydrogen and Fuel Cells. Recognized for his leadership roles, community involvement, and mentoring of graduate students, he has received significant recognition for advancing renewable energy research. Prof. Shakeri’s contributions continue to position him as an influential leader driving innovation in sustainable energy technologies globally.

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Tailoring microstructure and mechanical properties of additively manufactured H13 tool Steel: Influence of build orientation and tempering treatments. Materials Science and Engineering A, 2025. Cited by 1.

Investigation on physical and chemical properties of modified copper bipolar plate produced by electrospinning of carbon nanotubes, carbon black and polypyrrole composite. Renewable Energy, 2025. Cited by 2.

Design of a Novel Electrochemical Aptasensor Based on Molybdenum Disulfide Nanosheets for Lysozyme Detection. Journal of Analysis and Testing, 2024. Cited by 9.

Experimental investigation of process parameters in polyether ether ketone 3D printing. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part E: Journal of Process Mechanical Engineering, 2024. Cited by 12.

Joining Two Dissimilar Metals of Aluminum 5052 to Austenitic Stainless Steel 304 using Ultrasonic Friction Stir Welding. International Journal of Engineering Transactions B: Applications, 2023. Cited by 1.