Shohei Katsuya | Biology and Life Sciences | Excellence in Research Award

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Mr. Shohei Katsuya | Biology and Life Sciences | Excellence in Research Award

OSAKA GAS Co., Ltd. | Japan

Mr. Shohei Katsuya is a dedicated Researcher at the Advanced Technology Research Institute of Osaka Gas Co., Ltd., where he has been contributing to cutting-edge scientific advancements since April 2021. He holds a Master of Agriculture degree from Kyoto University, earned in March 2021, and has since developed a strong research focus on the physiological functions of beta-hydroxybutyrate (BHB). His work revolves around understanding how BHB influences metabolic regulation, ketone body pathways, and physiological responses related to obesity and visceral fat accumulation. As metabolic disorders continue to rise globally, his research addresses critical scientific questions with direct implications for human health, nutrition, and disease prevention. Shohei has played an active role in developing nutritional strategies aimed at improving metabolic outcomes, collaborating with academic institutions, and supporting multidisciplinary projects that advance metabolic health science. Between 2023 and 2025, Shohei has authored five peer-reviewed publications in reputable international journals, including Obesities, Journal of Nutritional Science and Vitaminology, Bioscience, Biotechnology, and Biochemistry, and Nutrition. These publications collectively reflect his commitment to scientific rigor and his growing influence in the fields of nutritional science and metabolic physiology. His research output has received 18 citations to date, according to Scopus metrics (as of November 2025), and his current h-index of 2 indicates early yet solid scholarly impact within a short timeframe. His contributions provide valuable insights into ketone-body-driven metabolic pathways, opening possibilities for new therapeutic and dietary approaches. Shohei’s research activities align strongly with the mission of advancing evidence-based nutrition and metabolic science, demonstrating originality, societal relevance, and a high level of research integrity. His projects emphasize translational potential—particularly in dietary interventions for visceral fat reduction—and reflect an understanding of both biochemical mechanisms and practical applications for health improvement. Through continuous collaboration with academic partners, Shohei has strengthened his ability to transform scientific concepts into meaningful innovations that address modern health challenges. His commitment to excellence, ethical research practice, and impactful scientific contribution make him a strong candidate for the Excellence in Research Award. Shohei declares that all information provided in this application is accurate and authentic to the best of his knowledge, and he remains fully committed to upholding the values and standards of the International Research Awards.

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Featured Publications

Aisyah, R., Katsuya, S., Miyata, K., Chen, Z., Horii, M., Kudo, A., Kumrungsee, T., Tsubota, J., & Yanaka, N. (2025). β-hydroxybutyrate attenuates diabetic renal and muscular pathologies in a streptozotocin-induced diabetic model. Nutrition, 112792. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nut.2025.112792

Katsuya, S., Kawata, Y., Kawamura, Y., Kawamura, J., & Tsubota, J. (2025). Effect of d-β-hydroxybutyrate on sleep quality in healthy participants: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study. Bioscience, Biotechnology, and Biochemistry. https://doi.org/10.1093/bbb/zbaf017

Katsuya, S., Kawata, Y., Sugimoto, M., Nishimura, T., & Tsubota, J. (2024). Determination of the safety of Halomonas sp. KM-1-derived d-β-hydroxybutyric acid and its fermentation-derived impurities in mice and Japanese adults. Bioscience, Biotechnology, and Biochemistry. https://doi.org/10.1093/bbb/zbae088

Ip, C.-H., Higuchi, H., Wu, C.-Y., Okuda, T., Katsuya, S., Ogawa, J., & Ando, A. (2024). Production of docosahexaenoic acid by a novel isolated Aurantiochytrium sp. 6-2 using fermented defatted soybean as a nitrogen source for sustainable fish feed development. Bioscience, Biotechnology, and Biochemistry. https://doi.org/10.1093/bbb/zbae035

Katsuya, S., Kawata, Y., Goto, T., & Tsubota, J. (2023). Daily intake of D-β-hydroxybutyric acid (D-BHB) reduces body fat in Japanese adult participants: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study. Journal of Nutritional Science and Vitaminology, 69(2), 121–129. https://doi.org/10.3177/jnsv.69.121

Yuxuan Zhu | Chemical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Yuxuan Zhu | Chemical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

The Institute of Seawater Desalination and Multipurpose Utilization | China

Dr. Zhu Yuxuan is a dedicated and highly motivated researcher in Materials Science and Engineering, specializing in materials chemistry and electrocatalytic membrane water treatment. Currently pursuing a PhD at Tiangong University (2021–2025), a Double First-Class institution, she focuses on the development of nano conductive carbon membranes and advanced solutions for industrial wastewater purification. Her doctoral work builds upon her strong foundation from both her Master’s (2018–2021) and Bachelor’s (2014–2018) degrees in Materials Science at Shandong Jianzhu University, where she gained extensive expertise in inorganic chemistry, solid-state physics, material testing, functional inorganic materials, and nanomaterials. Throughout her academic journey, she has engaged in impactful scientific research projects, including contributions to the Jiangxi Provincial Key R&D Program and the National Key R&D Program, where she played a crucial role in developing innovative electrochemically enhanced membrane separation methodologies, leading research teams, coordinating project milestones, and preparing comprehensive technical reports. Zhu Yuxuan has demonstrated exceptional scholarly productivity, having published nine first-author papers in respected journals such as Chemical Engineering Journal (IF 13.4), Separation and Purification Technology (IF 8.2), Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering (IF 7.4), Journal of Alloys and Compounds, and others across Q1 and core-indexed journals. In addition to her strong publication record, she has contributed to five authorized patents, covering innovations in porous carbon composite materials, supercapacitor electrode materials, mesoporous carbon-metal oxide composites, and laboratory equipment design, reflecting both scientific ingenuity and practical engineering capability. Her research excellence has earned her numerous awards, including the Excellent Report Award at the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei Membrane Forum (2024), university scholarships, and multiple provincial-level recognitions in academic competitions such as the “Internet+,” “Challenge Cup,” and energy conservation contests. Beyond her scientific achievements, she has held several leadership positions, including Chairman of the College Student Union and active member of the University Association for Science and Technology, earning distinctions as an Excellent Student Cadre and Outstanding Graduate Student in Social Practice. She possesses strong technical skills, including computational simulation (MS simulation, molecular dynamics) and proficiency in advanced characterization techniques such as SEM, IR spectroscopy, LC-MS, UV spectroscopy, electrochemistry, and Raman spectroscopy. With a robust academic background, extensive research experience, and a proven record of innovation, Zhu Yuxuan continues to make significant contributions to the fields of materials chemistry, electrocatalysis, and environmental water treatment.

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Featured Publications

Zhu, Y. (2026). Mediation of superoxide radicals enhances the efficient degradation of dimethylacetamide in continuous flow-through three-dimensional electrochemical membrane reactor. Separation and Purification Technology. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.seppur.2025.135619

Zhu, Y. (2025, December). B–N bond-mediated boron-doped chitosan-derived carbon membranes for efficient and stable electro-synthesis of H2O2. Journal of Alloys and Compounds. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jallcom.2025.185001

Zhu, Y. (2025). An ultrathin Al2O3 ceramic membrane prepared by organic-inorganic blending with solvent evaporation and high-temperature sintering for highly efficient oil/water separation. Journal of Water Process Engineering. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jwpe.2025.107116

Zhu, Y. (2025). Conductive carbon/Al2O3 mixed-matrix membrane cathode for efficient electrocatalytic production of H2O2. Separation and Purification Technology. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.seppur.2025.134120

Zhu, Y. (2025). Continuous flow-through electro-Fenton membrane reactor with Fe–N4-doped carbon membrane as cathode for efficient removal of dimethylacetamide. Separation and Purification Technology. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.seppur.2024.129290

Zhu, Y. (2025). Electrochemical reactor with carbon membrane electrodes for efficient phenol removal via anode and cathode synergism. NPJ Clean Water. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41545-024-00432-4

Vladimir Frants | Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence | Best Researcher Award | 14038

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Mohammad Silani | Engineering | Editorial Board Member

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Assoc Prof Dr. Mohammad Silani | Engineering | Editorial Board Member

Isfahan University of Technology | Iran

Dr. Mohammad Silani is an accomplished Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Isfahan University of Technology (IUT), Iran, where he currently serves as the Head of International Scientific Cooperation. His academic career reflects a continuous trajectory of excellence in multiscale modeling, computational mechanics, and advanced materials research. Since joining IUT as an Assistant Professor in 2015, Dr. Silani has made significant contributions in micromechanics, multiscale simulation, fracture mechanics, and computational materials science. From 2022 to 2023, he was awarded the prestigious MSCA Seal of Excellence Fellowship at the Free University of Bozen-Bolzano, Italy, where he advanced adaptive concurrent multiscale methods for wear modeling and developed coarse-grained molecular dynamics tools for fatigue crack propagation. His international research engagements also include visiting fellowships at the University of New South Wales in Australia, Qatar University, the National University of Singapore, and multiple research positions at Bauhaus University Weimar, Germany, where he contributed to the development of open-source multiscale finite element codes and advanced modeling techniques for nanocomposites. Dr. Silani earned all three of his degrees—B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D.—from IUT, specializing in solid mechanics, fracture mechanics, vibrations, FEM, and multiscale analysis. He possesses strong programming expertise in Python, Fortran, MATLAB, and Abaqus scripting and has advanced proficiency in leading finite element software including Abaqus, ANSYS, and LS-DYNA. His research achievements include more than 2,400 citations with an H-index of 20, reflecting his impactful contributions to computational mechanics, phase-field modeling, stochastic analysis, XFEM, SBFEM, and machine-learning-assisted material design. He has supervised over 70 postgraduate students, taught a wide range of undergraduate and graduate courses, and reviewed for leading journals such as Materials & Design, International Journal of Fatigue, Composite Structures, and Scientific Reports. His extensive publication record includes high-impact works in Advanced Materials, International Journal of Fracture, Computational Mechanics, Nanotechnology, Acta Mechanica Sinica, and Journal of Mechanical Behavior of Biomedical Materials. Dr. Silani’s honors include the Distinguished Young Professor Award from Iran’s National Elites Foundation (2022, 2023), multiple national science grants, a DAAD Research Grant, and project funding from the German Research Foundation (DFG). His current research spans phase-field modeling of nanowires, fracture and wear simulations, machine learning for materials design, nano- and micro-scale damage analysis, bone tissue mechanics, and Industry 4.0-based mechanical monitoring. Dr. Silani maintains active collaborations with leading researchers worldwide, reinforcing his position as a distinguished scholar in computational mechanics and multiscale material modeling.

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Featured Publications

A computational library for multiscale modeling of material failure
Talebi, H., Silani, M., Bordas, S. P. A., Kerfriden, P., & Rabczuk, T. (2014). A computational library for multiscale modeling of material failure. Computational Mechanics, 53(5), 1047–1071.

Stochastic analysis of the fracture toughness of polymeric nanoparticle composites using polynomial chaos expansions
Hamdia, K. M., Silani, M., Zhuang, X., He, P., & Rabczuk, T. (2017). Stochastic analysis of the fracture toughness of polymeric nanoparticle composites using polynomial chaos expansions. International Journal of Fracture, 206(2), 215–227.

First-principles multiscale modeling of mechanical properties in graphene/borophene heterostructures empowered by machine-learning interatomic potentials
Mortazavi, B., Silani, M., Podryabinkin, E. V., Rabczuk, T., Zhuang, X., & Shapeev, A. V. (2021). First-principles multiscale modeling of mechanical properties in graphene/borophene heterostructures empowered by machine-learning interatomic potentials. Advanced Materials, 33(35), 2102807.

Baharak Akhtardanesh | Veterinary Science | Editorial Board Member

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Prof. Baharak Akhtardanesh | Veterinary Science | Editorial Board Membcer 

Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman | Iran

**Dr. Baharak Akhtardanesh, DVM, DVSc, a board-certified small animal internist and accomplished professor at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman, is a distinguished Iranian veterinarian whose career reflects exceptional contributions to clinical practice, academic instruction, and research in small animal internal medicine. Born in 1975 in Ahvaz, Iran, she completed her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) at Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz in 2001, where her thesis focused on the bacteriological and serological assessment of brucellosis in buffaloes and its public health implications. She then advanced her academic training by earning a DVSc and board certification in small animal internal medicine from the University of Tehran in 2005, producing a doctoral thesis on the molecular detection of gastric Helicobacter-like organisms in domestic and stray cats. Throughout her career, Dr. Akhtardanesh has held several significant academic and administrative positions, including Head of the Small Animal Internal Medicine Ward (2006–2014, 2020–2024), Vice Director of the Clinical Sciences Department (2014–2018), and consulting veterinarian in laboratory animal science at Kerman University of Medical Sciences for 15 years. Since 2020, she has also been actively involved in training residents in a rigorous four-year small animal internal medicine residency program. As a clinician, she provides expert diagnosis and management of complex medical conditions in dogs, cats, rabbits, and rodents, while playing a central role in teaching clinical rotations to senior veterinary students and delivering postgraduate training in laboratory animal sciences. A prolific researcher, Dr. Akhtardanesh has authored 74 international scientific articles, presented her findings at 40 international congresses and 110 national symposia, and supervised or advised over 60 postgraduate theses, making her a leading academic figure in small animal medicine, zoonotic diseases, gastrointestinal disorders, dermatology, animal ethics, and laboratory animal science. Her research collaborations extend across national and international institutes, particularly in zoonosis, infectious diseases, and public health. She maintains an active scholarly presence through ORCID, ResearchGate, Google Scholar, and her university homepage. Recent international congress contributions include studies on canine toxoplasmosis and venereal transmission, detection of Rickettsia species in hedgehog-associated ticks, and molecular identification of Cytauxzoon felis in cats across multiple Iranian provinces. Known for her dedication to rigorous scientific inquiry, compassionate clinical care, and excellence in training the next generation of veterinary professionals, Dr. Baharak Akhtardanesh continues to be a highly respected authority in small animal internal medicine in Iran and beyond.

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Featured Publications

Akhtardanesh, B., Ziaali, N., Sharifi, H., & Rezaei, S. (2010). Feline immunodeficiency virus, feline leukemia virus and Toxoplasma gondii in stray and household cats in Kerman–Iran: Seroprevalence and correlation with clinical and … Research in Veterinary Science, 89(2), 306–310.

Khedri, J., Radfar, M. H., Borji, H., Azizzadeh, M., & Akhtardanesh, B. (2014). Canine heartworm in southeastern of Iran with review of disease distribution. Iranian Journal of Parasitology, 9(4), 560.

Akhtardanesh, B., Ghanbarpour, R., & Blourizadeh, H. (2010). Serological evidence of canine monocytic ehrlichiosis in Iran. Comparative Clinical Pathology, 19(5), 469–474.

Akhtardanesh, B., Sharifi, I., Mohammadi, A., Mostafavi, M., Hakimmipour, M., & others. (2017). Feline visceral leishmaniasis in Kerman, southeast of Iran: Serological and molecular study. Journal of Vector Borne Diseases, 54(1), 96–102.

Akhtardanesh, B., Moeini, E., Sharifi, I., Saberi, M., Sadeghi, B., Ebrahimi, M., & others. (2020). Leishmania infection in cats positive for immunodeficiency virus and feline leukemia virus in an endemic region of Iran. Veterinary Parasitology: Regional Studies and Reports, 20, 100387.

Baharak, A., Reza, K., Shahriar, D., Omid, A., Daruoosh, V., & Nasrin, A. (2012). Metastatic apocrine sweat gland adenocarcinoma in a terrier dog. Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Biomedicine, 2(8), 670–672.

Khalili, M., Rezaei, M., Akhtardanesh, B., Abiri, Z., & Shahheidaripour, S. (2018). Detection of Coxiella burnetii (Gammaproteobacteria: Coxiellaceae) in ticks collected from infested dogs in Kerman, Southeast of Iran. Persian Journal of Acarology, 7(1).

Nasrin, A., Baharak, A., & Reza, K. (2012). Concurrent cystic endometrial hyperplasia, ovarian luteoma and biliary cyst adenoma in an aged rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus): Case report and literature review. Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Biomedicine, 2(3), S1975–S1978.

Akhtardanesh, B., Ghanbarpour, R., Babaei, H., & Nazeri, M. (2011). Serological evidences of canine brucellosis as a new emerging disease in Iran. Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease, 1(3), 177–180.

Sedighe Mirbolouk | Engineering | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Sedighe Mirbolouk | Engineering | Editorial Board Member 

Iran National Science Foundation | Iran

Dr. Sedighe Mirbolouk is a dedicated postdoctoral researcher and advanced machine learning specialist with strong expertise in communication systems, data science, and artificial intelligence. She is affiliated with the Iran National Science Foundation and has built a diverse research portfolio spanning deep learning, wireless communication optimization, image processing, and intelligent sensing systems. Her technical proficiency covers a wide spectrum of tools and programming environments, including Python, MATLAB, LATEX, and advanced libraries such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, NumPy, SciPy, Pandas, and Matplotlib. With a strong theoretical foundation in data telecommunication networks, convex optimization, communication theory, and signal and image processing, she integrates computational intelligence with modern communication challenges. In her role as a Postdoctoral Researcher (2024–2025) at the Iran National Science Foundation, Dr. Mirbolouk focuses on cutting-edge topics in graph learning and federated learning, particularly designing machine learning approaches for predictive beamforming in Reconfigurable Intelligent Surface (RIS)-aided Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC) systems. Her work aims to improve efficiency, adaptability, and intelligence in next-generation wireless communication networks. Previously, she served as a Visiting Researcher (2022) at the University of Oulu in Finland, where she explored advanced deep reinforcement learning methods to enhance ISAC designs. These research experiences have positioned her at the frontier of combining AI with communication technologies. During her doctoral studies at the University of Urmia (2018–2021), Dr. Mirbolouk contributed significantly to satellite–UAV cooperative network optimization. She developed innovative solutions involving UAV selection and power allocation for CoMP-NOMA transmissions, introducing both Lagrangian and heuristic algorithms that advanced energy-efficient communication frameworks. Alongside communications research, she proposed image processing solutions such as fuzzy histogram weighting methods and contrast enhancement techniques. Her academic involvement includes teaching core engineering subjects—Digital Communication, Probability and Statistics, and Signals and Systems—and assisting courses on Stochastic Processes and Digital Signal Processing. Her work at the National Elite Foundation (2020–2022) expanded her portfolio into biomedical machine learning applications, where she designed systems for automatic breast cancer detection using histopathology images and cardiac arrhythmia recognition using ECG signals through deep learning approaches. Dr. Mirbolouk holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, with earlier B.Sc. and M.Sc. degrees from the University of Guilan, where she studied SAR radar Doppler ambiguity for moving targets. Her scholarly contributions include high-impact publications in journals such as IEEE Transactions on Vehicular Technology, Physical Communication, and Multimedia Tools and Applications. Collectively, her research reflects an outstanding integration of machine learning, optimization, sensing, and communication technologies.

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Featured Publications

Mirbolouk, S., Valizadeh, M., Amirani, M. C., & Ali, S. (2022). Relay selection and power allocation for energy efficiency maximization in hybrid satellite-UAV networks with CoMP-NOMA transmission. IEEE Transactions on Vehicular Technology, 71(5), 5087–5100.

Mirbolouk, S., Valizadeh, M., Amirani, M. C., & Choukali, M. A. (2021). A fuzzy histogram weighting method for efficient image contrast enhancement. Multimedia Tools and Applications, 80(2), 2221–2241.

Mirbolouk, S., Choukali, M. A., Valizadeh, M., & Amirani, M. C. (2020). Relay selection for CoMP-NOMA transmission in satellite and UAV cooperative networks. 2020 28th Iranian Conference on Electrical Engineering (ICEE), 1–5.

Choukali, M. A., Valizadeh, M., Amirani, M. C., & Mirbolouk, S. (2023). A desired histogram estimation accompanied with an exact histogram matching method for image contrast enhancement. Multimedia Tools and Applications, 82(18), 28345–28365.

Hussein, A. A., Valizadeh, M., Amirani, M. C., & Mirbolouk, S. (2025). Breast lesion classification via colorized mammograms and transfer learning in a novel CAD framework. Scientific Reports, 15(1), 25071.

Choukali, M. A., Mirbolouk, S., Valizadeh, M., & Amirani, M. C. (2024). Deep contextual bandits-based energy-efficient beamforming for integrated sensing and communication. Physical Communication, 68, 102576.

Dariusz Siudak | Economics | Editorial Board Member

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Assoc Prof Dr. Dariusz Siudak | Economics | Editorial Board Member 

Lodz University of Technology | Poland

Associate Professor Dr. Dariusz Siudak is a distinguished scholar in management sciences whose academic journey reflects continuous advancement in research excellence, interdisciplinary expertise, and leadership in the field of management and quality studies. He holds a Habilitated Doctor degree (2020) in social sciences with a specialization in management and quality studies, awarded by the Wroclaw University of Economics and Business. Earlier, he earned his Ph.D. in economic sciences (2012) with honors, focusing on enterprise value migration in the Polish capital market, under the supervision of Professor Krzysztof Jajuga. His academic foundation began at the Warsaw University of Technology, where he completed both his bachelor’s (2002) and master’s degrees (2006) with outstanding distinction, specializing in management, marketing, and enterprise functioning within integrated European markets. Throughout his career, Dr. Siudak has served in several academic roles, beginning as a specialist and assistant at the Warsaw University of Technology before joining the Lodz University of Technology, where he progressed from Assistant Professor to Associate Professor and currently serves as Head of the Division of Economics and Finance and a member of the Management and Quality Studies Discipline Council. Dr. Siudak’s research expertise focuses on the relational perspective of organizations, complex networks in financial markets, system dynamics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and value-based management. His contributions integrate advanced analytical methods, network theory, and computational intelligence to study value migration, interlocking directorates, and corporate behavior within dynamic market structures. He has successfully led and contributed to several national research projects funded by the National Science Center and the Ministry of Science and Higher Education, emphasizing corporate value migration and network-driven firm behavior. His scholarly output includes highly cited publications in prestigious journals such as Expert Systems with Applications, PLOS ONE, Complexity, Physica A, and Social Network Analysis and Mining. These works demonstrate impactful contributions to understanding financial network structures, company value dynamics, and market behavior modeling using machine learning and network analytics. A recipient of numerous scientific awards, including multiple Rector’s Awards of the Lodz University of Technology, Dr. Siudak has been consistently recognized for his research excellence, innovative contributions, and organizational achievements. His accolades also include first place in the NetMiner 20th Event competition and nominations for the esteemed Beta Award in financial management. Additionally, he serves as an Academic Editor for PLoS One and PLOS Complex Systems and contributes to editorial boards supporting global scientific dissemination. With an aggregate impact factor exceeding 21, Dr. Siudak continues to be an influential figure in advancing modern management science through interdisciplinary methodologies and network-based research.

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Featured Publications

Siudak, D. (2025). The dependency structure of the financial multiplex network model: New evidence from the cross-correlation of idiosyncratic returns, volatility, and trading volume. PLOS ONE, Published April 18, 2025.

Siudak, D. (2025). Unsupervised learning modeling of the impact of Black Swan events on financial network reconfiguration: New insights from the COVID-19 outbreak and the Russia–Ukraine war. Physica A: Statistical Mechanics and its Applications, 130277.

Siudak, D. (2024). Black Swan events in the financial market: A network approach [Data set]. Mendeley Data.

Siudak, D. (2022). The effect of self-organizing map architecture based on the value migration network centrality measures on stock return: Evidence from the US market. PLOS ONE, 17(11).

Siudak, D. (2022). A network analysis of the value migration process on the financial market: The effect of value migration network structure on stock returns. Expert Systems with Applications, 195, 116129.

Morteza Ghanepour | Advanced Materials Engineering | Editorial Board Member

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Mr. Morteza Ghanepour | Advanced Materials Engineering | Editorial Board Member

Semnan University | Germany

Mr. Morteza Ghanepour is an accomplished Structural Engineer based in Cottbus, Brandenburg, Germany, recognized for his strong academic record, high-impact research, and diverse professional experience across industrial, academic, and laboratory environments. He holds a Master of Science in Structural Engineering from Semnan University, graduating with a perfect 4.0 GPA and ranking second among his cohort. His thesis, supervised by Prof. Omid Rezaeifar, focused on the numerical investigation of magnetic fields on concrete containing silica sand and ferrosilica, establishing a foundation for his ongoing expertise in smart materials and advanced concrete technologies. Morteza also holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Semnan University, an institution globally ranked among the top 250, where he demonstrated excellence in courses such as Structural Dynamics, Bridge Design, Advanced Construction Materials, and Finite Element Method. His research contributions span advanced concrete, composites, smart structures, FRP systems, nanomaterials, and multifunctional materials. Morteza has published several impactful journal papers in Results in Engineering, Journal of Building Engineering, and Case Studies in Construction Materials, including pioneering studies on the effects of alternating magnetic fields on mechanical properties, compressive strength, and stress–strain behavior of concrete. He has also served as a peer reviewer for international journals, evaluating studies on geopolymer microstructures and concrete performance. His scholarly achievements have earned him multiple competitive scholarships, including awards from Semnan University, the NAN Institution, and the Technical and Vocational Organization of Damghan for supporting his laboratory research. Morteza’s professional record includes valuable industry experience such as his role at Tesla Gigafactory Berlin, where he worked as a Turnover Engineer and Project Manager. There, he handled acceptance tracking for construction projects worth €400 million, conducted over 70 inspections, resolved more than 160 technical deviations, and delivered 60+ training sessions across Europe. His earlier roles at Pey Dezh Damghan Engineering Company included site engineering, construction management, drafting, and structural modeling—optimizing materials, enhancing safety compliance, and reducing project costs through software such as ETABS, AutoCAD, FEM, and REVIT. Fluent in English and Persian, Morteza is certified in civil supervision, concrete quality control, HSE/EHS, AutoCAD, and Revit Structures. He is also an active volunteer with the Iranian Red Crescent Society. Fully committed to excellence, innovation, and engineering advancement, he continues to contribute to the evolving field of structural and materials engineering.

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Featured Publications

Ghanepour, M., Amini, M. M., & Rezaifar, O. (2024). Numerical investigation on the impact of alternating magnetic fields on the mechanical properties of concrete with various silica sand and ferrosilicon compositions. Results in Engineering, 103631.

Amini, M. M., Ghanepour, M., & Rezaifar, O. (2024). Experimental analysis of the impact of alternating magnetic fields on the compressive strength of concrete with various silica sand and microsilica compositions. Case Studies in Construction Materials, 21, e03487.

Rezaifar, O., Ghanepour, M., & Amini, M. M. (2024). A novel magnetic approach to improve compressive strength and magnetization of concrete containing nano silica and steel fibers. Journal of Building Engineering, 91, 109342.

Ghanepour, M., Amini, M. M., & Rezaifar, O. (2024). Experimental investigation of the effects of magnetic field on the stress-strain curve of concrete specimens containing steel fibers using strain gauge. Laboratory of Civil Engineering, Semnan University.

Aliyar Mirzapour | Medicine and Health Sciences | Editorial Board Member

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Assist Prof Dr. Aliyar Mirzapour | Medicine and Health Sciences | Editorial Board Member 

Departement of parasitology and Mycology, School of Medicine Islamic Azad University Mashhad Branch | Iran

Dr. Aliyar Mirzapour is an accomplished Iranian parasitologist and medical researcher affiliated with the Department of Parasitology and Mycology, School of Medicine, Islamic Azad University, Mashhad Branch. His scholarly contributions span a wide range of parasitic diseases, with a strong emphasis on systematic reviews, meta-analyses, molecular diagnostics, zoonotic parasites, and epidemiological patterns of infections affecting both humans and animals. Over the years, Mirzapour has contributed significantly to understanding soil-transmitted helminths, protozoan infections, zoonotic risks, and vector-borne diseases prevalent in Iran and across the globe. His work has been widely referenced, demonstrating growing recognition within the parasitology and public health communities. One of his most influential collaborations includes research on Toxoplasma gondii and Toxocara spp., where he co-authored systematic reviews and meta-analyses exploring global and regional prevalence, geo-climatic factors influencing infection, and the potential association of parasitic exposure with neurological disorders such as schizophrenia. These studies have provided valuable insights into risk factors, transmission dynamics, and the public health burden of toxoplasmosis and toxocariasis, helping policymakers prioritize preventive strategies. Mirzapour has also contributed to investigations on soil contamination in public areas, documenting the presence of Toxocara eggs and Toxoplasma oocysts, which represent critical sources of human infection. His work in this area has strengthened awareness about environmental hygiene and zoonotic disease management. In addition to epidemiological research, Mirzapour has conducted laboratory-based and molecular studies focused on Leishmania species, Echinococcus granulosus, nontuberculous mycobacteria, and helminths. Notably, he has published reports on cutaneously infected patients with mixed Leishmania species, explored intra-species diversity using ITS1-rDNA analysis, and participated in designing multi-epitope recombinant antigens aimed at improving diagnostic accuracy for cystic echinococcosis. His work on immunomodulation, particularly studies involving naltrexone and naloxone as vaccine adjuvants against Fasciola hepatica, reflects his interest in advancing vaccine formulations and host-immune response research. Mirzapour’s contributions further include parasitological surveys in wildlife and zoo animals, identification of rare parasites such as Bivitellobilharzia nairi in elephants, and diagnostic studies using high-performance liquid chromatography for Mycobacterium species differentiation. His broad expertise, spanning field sampling, molecular techniques, immunology, and evidence synthesis, highlights his dedication to improving parasitic disease control and public health outcomes. Through consistent publication and collaboration, Aliyar Mirzapour has established himself as a valuable researcher in contemporary parasitology.

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Behravan, M., Panahi, A. H., Naghizadeh, A., Ziaee, M., Mahdavi, R., … (2018). Facile green synthesis of silver nanoparticles using Berberis vulgaris leaf and root aqueous extract and its antibacterial activity. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 781.

Maleki, B., Ahmadi, N., Olfatifar, M., Gorgipour, M., Taghipour, A., Abdoli, A., … (2021). Toxoplasma oocysts in the soil of public places worldwide: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Transactions of the Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene, 115(5), 53.

Maleki, B., Khorshidi, A., Gorgipour, M., Mirzapour, A., … (2017). Prevalence of Toxocara spp. eggs in soil of public areas in Iran: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Alexandria Journal of Medicine, 52.

Rostami, A., Riahi, S. M., Omrani, V. F., Wang, T., … (2020). Global prevalence estimates of Toxascaris leonina infection in dogs and cats. Pathogens, 9(6), 503.

Nourollahpour Shiadeh, M., Esfandyari, S., Ashrafmansouri, M., … (2020). The prevalence of latent and acute toxoplasmosis in HIV-infected pregnant women: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Microbial Pathogenesis, 45(10), 149.

Rostami, A., Riahi, S. M., Esfandyari, S., Habibpour, H., … (2021). Geo-climatic factors and prevalence of chronic toxoplasmosis in pregnant women: A meta-analysis and meta-regression. Environmental Pollution, 288.

Taghipour, A., Habibpour, H., & Mirzapour, A. (2021). Toxocara infection/exposure and the risk of schizophrenia: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Transactions of the Royal Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene, 115(3), 18.

Mirzapour, A., Kiani, H., Mobedi, I., Spotin, A., Tabaei, S. J. S., & Rahimi, M. (2018). Frequency of intestinal parasites among zoo animals by morphometric criteria and first report of the Bivitellobilharzia nairi from elephant (Elephas maximus maximus) in Iran. Iranian Journal of Parasitology, 13(4), 611.

Maryam Vahidipour | Environmental Science | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Maryam Vahidipour | Environmental Science | Editorial Board Member

Shiraz university | Iran

Dr. Maryam Vahidipour is an accomplished environmental geologist with a strong academic foundation and extensive research experience in hydrogeology, environmental contamination, and wetland restoration. She earned her B.Sc. (2010), M.Sc. (2014), and Ph.D. (2021) degrees in Earth and Environmental Geology from Shiraz University, Iran, where she consistently excelled, ranking first in her master’s entrance examination and seventh in her doctoral entrance exam. Her academic journey is marked by deep engagement with the hydro-environmental challenges of Iran’s fragile ecosystems, particularly those associated with groundwater pollution and wetland degradation. Dr. Vahidipour’s M.Sc. thesis focused on nitrate contamination in karstic aquifers and its monitoring methods in Shiraz city—an interdisciplinary investigation combining environmental and hydrogeological insights. Her Ph.D. dissertation, titled “Bakhtegan Lake Crisis: Environmental, Hydrogeological, and Restoration Approaches,” provided an in-depth evaluation of heavy metal contamination and the hydrological dynamics of the Bakhtegan-Tashk wetlands, with practical recommendations for sustainable restoration. Her international research collaboration at Wageningen University, Netherlands (2019) enhanced her expertise in saltwater intrusion modeling using SEAWAT, reinforcing her analytical and computational capabilities in groundwater flow modeling and hydrochemistry. Her professional experience includes advanced laboratory analyses in hydrochemistry and groundwater pollution at Shiraz University, as well as field-based environmental projects such as dye tracing at Seymare Dam and studying the socio-environmental impacts of wetland shrinkage on indigenous communities. Dr. Vahidipour’s research has been published in high-impact journals, including Journal of Hydrology: Regional Studies and Environmental Technology & Innovation, focusing on topics such as saltwater intrusion, heavy metal contamination, and temporal dynamics of lake systems. Technically proficient, she is skilled in GIS, ENVI, SPSS, PHREEQC, MODFLOW, SEAWAT, and R, enabling her to integrate spatial analysis, statistical modeling, and hydrogeochemical simulation for data-driven environmental assessments. She has presented her findings at national and international conferences, contributing significantly to the understanding of Iran’s hydro-environmental systems. Fluent in Persian and proficient in English scientific writing, Dr. Vahidipour continues to advance research at the intersection of hydrogeology, environmental monitoring, and sustainable water management. Her work embodies a commitment to addressing real-world environmental crises through scientific innovation, multidisciplinary collaboration, and practical solutions aimed at preserving vital ecosystems such as the Bakhtegan-Tashk wetlands.

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Featured Publications

Vahidipour, M., Raeisi, E., & van der Zee, S. E. T. A. M. (2021). Active saltwater intrusion of shrinking Bakhtegan–Tashk Lakes in South Iran threatens the freshwater resources of coastal aquifers. Journal of Hydrology: Regional Studies, 34, 100790.

Vahidipour, M., Raeisi, E., & van der Zee, S. E. T. A. M. (2022). Heavy metals in sediments, surface water, and groundwater of the RAMSAR wetlands Bakhtegan–Tashk, South Iran: Distribution and source assessment. Environmental Technology & Innovation, 28, 102789.

Vahidipour, M., Raeisi, E., & van der Zee, S. E. (2024). Temporal dynamics of inundation area, hydrochemistry, and brine in Bakhtegan Lake, South-Central Iran. Journal of Hydrology: Regional Studies, 52, 101714.

Mohammadi, E., Vahidipour, M., & Raeisi, E. (2024). In situ wind tunnel experiment, lake bed geomorphology and PM10 and PM2.5 emissions from shrinking Bakhtegan–Tashk Wetlands, South Iran. Aeolian Research. Manuscript under review (Manuscript No. AEOLIA-D-24-00083).

Heidarizade, T., Vahidipour, M., & Zarei, M. (2024). Assessment of organic contaminants in water and sediment of Gotvand Reservoir, Southwest of Iran. Manuscript submitted for publication.