Zeliha Coskun Tas | Statistical Applications in Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. Zeliha Coskun Tas | Statistical Applications in Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Kocaeli University | Turkey

Mrs. Zeliha Coskun Tas is a distinguished researcher in the field of Biomedical Engineering, currently serving as a Research Assistant at Kocaeli University, Faculty of Technology, Biomedical Engineering Department. She is actively pursuing her Ph.D. at the Institute of Science, Kocaeli University, where she also completed her Master’s degree, following her Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering from Erciyes University. Her research expertise encompasses biomaterials, biometals, bioceramics, and functionally graded biomaterials, with a strong emphasis on developing innovative bioactive implant interfaces and evaluating biomechanical performance in medical applications. Zeliha Coskun Tas has authored and co-authored several impactful publications in high-ranking SCI-E journals, including the Journal of Biomedical Materials Research: Part A, World Neurosurgery, and the Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part H: Journal of Engineering in Medicine. Her study, “A Novel Radially Graded Hydroxyapatite-Based Composite for Bioactive Implant Interfaces,” reflects her commitment to advancing bioengineering materials for enhanced implant functionality. In addition, she has presented multiple peer-reviewed papers at international conferences in Italy and Turkey, focusing on 3D printing applications, biomechanical testing, and advanced implant design. Her research contributions have also extended to nationally funded projects supported by Kocaeli University’s Scientific Research Project Unit (BAP), where she played a leading role in projects such as Production and Characterization of Functionally Graded Ceramic and Polymer Doped Titanium Implants and Development of an Apparatus Design for Radial Gradient Powder Material Casting. Her earlier project, Development of Torsion and Four-Point Bending Test Systems for Finger and Toe Bones, demonstrates her interdisciplinary approach linking materials science and biomechanics. Beyond research, she actively contributes to the scientific community through peer reviews for reputed journals such as the Journal of Materials Engineering and Performance, Sakarya University Journal of Science, and Physical and Engineering Sciences in Medicine. A recipient of the TÜBİTAK 2211-C and 2214-A scholarships, she continues to pursue excellence in biomedical research with a focus on creating advanced, sustainable, and biocompatible materials for medical innovation. Through her dedication, academic rigor, and innovative research, Res. Asst. Zeliha Coskun Tas exemplifies the new generation of biomedical engineers shaping the future of healthcare technology.

Profiles: Google Scholar

Featured Publications

Coşkun, Z., Çelik, T., & Kişioğlu, Y. (2023). Metatarsal bone model production using 3D printing and comparison of material properties with results obtained from CT-based modeling and real bone. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part H: Journal of Engineering in Medicine, 5.

Coşkun, Z., Çelik, T., & Kişioğlu, Y. (2021). Design and manufacture of the torque test setup for small and shapeless materials. Turkish Journal of Engineering, 6(1), 81–86.

Coşkun, Z., Çelik, T., & Kişioğlu, Y. (2021). Comparison of the stress distribution between high-heeled and flat shoes on the first metatarsal bone. Politeknik Dergisi, 24(3), 1303–1308.

Çelik, T., & Coşkun Taş, Z. (2024). Biomechanical evaluation of a newly developed functional-grade composite material for pedicle screws. World Neurosurgery, 187, e525–e533.

Coşkun Taş, Z., & Çelik, T. (2022). Design of new pedicle screw and biomechanical evaluation using finite element analysis. 3rd International Conference on Applied Engineering and Natural Sciences, 1.

Kostiantyn Kotenko | Operations Research and Statistical Optimization | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Kostiantyn Kotenko | Operations Research and Statistical Optimization | Best Researcher Award

S.P.Timoshenko Institute of Mechanics | Ukraine

Dr. Kostyantin Kotenko is an Professor in the Department of Theoretical Mechanics at the Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture (KNUCA), Ukraine, specialising in building structures and civil engineering systems. He holds the degree of Candidate of Technical Sciences (equivalent to PhD) and has developed extensive expertise in the dynamics of layered, or sandwich, shell structures with inhomogeneous fillers. A graduate of KNUCA, Dr. Kotenko’s academic background is rooted in the theory and design of complex structural systems, and his research focuses on the dynamic response and stability of multi-layered shells subjected to transient, impact, and nonstationary loads. Over his career, he has co-authored numerous influential papers in international journals, exploring dynamic responses of domes, cylindrical and conical shells with inhomogeneous elastic cores. His work has earned recognition for its analytical depth and contribution to advancing the field of structural dynamics. According to his Scopus profile, Dr. Kotenko has authored 10 scientific publications, received approximately 16 citations, and holds an h-index of 1, reflecting his active engagement and growing impact in the global research community. At KNUCA, he teaches theoretical mechanics and structural dynamics, supervises postgraduate research, and contributes to academic development through innovative research on layered shell mechanics. His continuing investigations into the stress–strain behaviour and stability of multi-layered systems have practical applications in modern civil and aerospace engineering. Dr. Kotenko’s scholarly contributions, combined with his dedication to education and applied mechanics, establish him as a prominent specialist in the field of dynamic analysis of layered and composite structural shells.

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Deepak Kumar | Design of Experiments (DOE) | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Deepak Kumar | Design of Experiments (DOE) | Best Researcher Award

Indian Institute of Technology | India

Mr. Deepak Kumar is a dedicated engineer-researcher driving frontier work in fluid mechanics, multiphase flows, atomization, and energy sustainability. He completed his B.Tech in Aeronautical Engineering from Gautam Buddha Technical University, followed by an M.Tech in Aerospace Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur and is nearing completion of his Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering at IIT Kanpur, where he has built a strong academic and experimental foundation. His industry-relevant research spans primary breakup of jets in cross-flow and swirling air, twin-fluid injectors for fluidized bed catalytic cracking risers sponsored by HPCL, throttleable rocket injectors developed for ISRO, and urea-deposition and thermal-decomposition studies for SCR after-treatment systems sponsored by Cummins. Before entering academia, he served as Senior Project Associate and Project Engineer at IIT Kanpur and is currently a faculty member at VIT University, Bhopal. He is proficient in advanced experimental diagnostics such as LDV/PDPA, PIV, high-speed imaging, 3D hot-wire anemometry, and sensor-based DAQ systems, and is skilled in software tools like LabView, TecPlot 360, ANSYS Workbench, and ICEM-CFD, along with programming expertise in C++, MATLAB, and Python. His research output includes multiple peer-reviewed journal papers and numerous international conference presentations, recognized with a Best Paper Award for his work on twin-fluid injectors for modern FCC systems. He has also mentored students as a tutor and teaching assistant in fluid mechanics and rate processing on both IIT Kanpur and NPTEL platforms. According to available bibliometric sources, his h-index stands at approximately 1, with 4 total citations and 17 published documents, highlighting his growing impact in the fields of alternative fuels, atomization, and flow diagnostics. Dr. Kumar continues to pursue innovation aimed at addressing global energy-sustainability challenges while inspiring the next generation of engineers and researchers.

Profiles: Scopus |  Orcid

Featured Publications

Kumar, D., & Kushari, A.. Spray dynamic in twin-fluid atomizer with tangentially air intake. Journal of Fluid Mechanics, 897, 112–125.

Kumar, D., Sikroria, T., & Kushari, A. Droplet dynamics of liquid jet in swirling crossflow air at elevated pressure environment. Journal of Engineering for Gas Turbines and Power.

Kumar, D., & Kushari, A. Spray dynamic in twin-fluid atomizer with tangentially air intake. Chemical Engineering & Technology.

Kumar, D., Sikroria, T., & Kushari, A. Experimental study on liquid jet trajectory in cross flow of swirling air at elevated pressure condition. Journal of Engineering for Gas Turbines and Power.

Kumar, D., Kushari, A., Kumar, P., & Mishra, H. Droplet size distribution in twin fluid nozzle for modern FCC riser. Journal of Fluid Flow, Heat and Mass Transfer.

Om Sambhaji Shelke | Operations Research and Statistical Optimization | Excellence in Research Award

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Dr. Om Sambhaji Shelke | Operations Research and Statistical Optimization | Excellence in Research Award

Sinomune Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd | China

Dr. Om Sambhaji Shelke is a highly accomplished pharmaceutical scientist with extensive expertise in the formulation and development of topical, semisolid, solid, and liquid drug products. Holding a Ph.D. in Pharmacy and an M. Pharmacy from Savitribai Phule Pune University, he has over a decade of experience across global markets including the US, EU, China, Hong Kong, and India. Currently serving as Chief Scientist at Sinomune Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd. in Wuxi, Jiangsu, China, Dr. Shelke leads the development of generic topical products for the NMPA market. He is skilled in Quality by Design (QbD)-based development of creams, ointments, gels, shampoos, and solutions, with specialization in novel formats such as emulgel, organogel, nanogel, solid lipid nanoparticles, suspensions, and toothpaste. He also holds three granted patents and has published multiple scientific and technical articles. Throughout his career, he has received multiple awards recognizing his innovation, knowledge sharing, and leadership, including the StarFire Award. Dr. Shelke has held pivotal roles at leading pharmaceutical and consumer healthcare companies such as Prinbury Biopharm Co. Ltd., Encube Ethicals Pvt Ltd., Bright Future Pharmaceuticals Ltd., Unilever Industries Pvt Ltd., Abbott Healthcare Pvt Ltd., Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories, and Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd., contributing to both regulatory-compliant NDA, ANDA, and 505(b)(2) products as well as OTC, cosmetic, and personal care formulations. His professional journey reflects a consistent commitment to scientific excellence, innovative product development, and leadership in cross-functional teams, positioning him as a prominent figure in global pharmaceutical research and development.

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Featured Publications

F. Jie, O. Shelke, Z. Yijie, C. Yulan, & L. Yongbo. (2025). Q1 and Q2 selection, Q3, IVRT, IVPT, pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic evaluation of topical generic product. Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy, 51(6), 555–565.

J. Feng, O. S. Shelke, Y. Chen, Z. Zhang, X. Tang, & Y. Zhu. (2025). IVRT and IVPT of desonide lotion and cream: Correlation with human bioequivalence study. Journal of Pharmaceutical Innovation, 20(5), 196.

S. Krishna Phani Chandra, S. Om Sambhaji, & N. Shorgar. (2025). Quantification of leniolisib in rat plasma using LC-MS/MS: Method development, validation, and pharmacokinetic study. African Journal of Biological Sciences, 7(7), 121–142.

S. Om. (2025). Editorial article: The transformative impact of AI in pharmaceutical drug product development. Insights of Pharmatech, 1(2), 1.

S. Gadge, O. S. Shelke, R. Pingale, P. Palande, S. Tandale, P. Sonawane, … (2025). Development and evaluation of a polyherbal neem-based emulgel enriched with herbal oils for enhanced topical delivery and antibacterial efficacy. Journal of Chemical Health Risks, 15(3), 2189–2209.

Haifa Jammeli | Operations Research and Statistical Optimization | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Haifa Jammeli | Operations Research and Statistical Optimization | Best Researcher Award

Normasys | France

Dr. Haifa Jammeli is a research fellow at the Institut Supérieur de Gestion de Tunis, specializing in business computing and operations research. She holds a PhD from the Higher Institute of Management in Tunisia and a Master’s degree in Logistics and Transportation Sciences from the Higher Institute of Logistics and Transportation, Sousse University. Her academic and professional journey spans over a decade, with significant contributions to supply chain optimization, AI in logistics, and sustainable urban planning. She is a part-time instructor at Paris Nanterre University and NEOMA Business School, teaching courses in supply chain management, operations research, data analysis, and IT project management. Her research focuses on optimizing transportation routes for COVID-19 patients and cash logistics using tools like CPLEX, QGIS, and Python, and she has developed AI models to forecast urban solid waste generation and propose green logistics solutions for household waste collection. With over 70 citations across nine publications, her work has been presented at international conferences and published in journals such as IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management and Annals of Operations Research. Her h-index is 10, reflecting both productivity and impact in her field. She has received awards including the Perficio Award for Best Woman Entrepreneur of the Year and was a finalist for the IFROS Prize for Operational Research in Development. Fluent in English, French, and Arabic, she combines strong technical skills (CPLEX, MATLAB, Python, R, SQL, QGIS) with experience in teaching, project leadership, and applying AI-based decision models to real‐world sustainability challenges.

Profiles: Scopus | Orcid

Featured Publications

Alaya, H., Jammeli, H., Ben Abdelaziz, F., Masmoudi, M., & Verny, J. (2024). Sustainable logistics for transfer of COVID-19 patients: Lesson learned from France. International Transactions in Operational Research.

Jammeli, H., & Verny, J. (2024). A multi-objective model for two-level distribution system in the city of Paris. Annals of Operations Research. (Accepted for publication)

Jammeli, H., Khefacha, A., Sellei, B., & Verny, J. (2023, October 18–21). The impact of AI tools in education environment. In 2023 IEEE ASEE Frontiers in Education Conference, College Station, Texas.

Jammeli, H., Alaya, H., & Verny, J. (2023, October 23–25). An analysis of the role of the Internet of Things and sensor technologies in optimizing waste management in the city of Sousse, Tunisia . World Recycling Convention, Madrid, Spain.

Jammeli, H., & Verny, J. (2022). A literature review for green smart home delivery problem in urban environments. In 2022 International Conference on Decision Aid Sciences and Applications (DASA) (pp. 756–760). IEEE.

Herve | Design of Experiments (DOE) | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Herve | Design of Experiments (DOE) | Best Researcher Award

INRAE-AgroParisTech International Centre of Molecular and Physical Gastronomy | France

Prof. Herve Jacques Marie This von Kientzheim is a French physical chemist, consultant professor at AgroParisTech and researcher at INRAE, internationally recognized as the co-founder with Nicholas Kurti of the scientific discipline of molecular and physical gastronomy. Passionate about chemistry since childhood, he studied at Janson de Sailly High School before training in physical chemistry at ESPCI ParisTech and modern literature at the University of Paris IV, then developed pioneering work first in a personal laboratory and later at the Collège de France, invited by Nobel laureate Jean-Marie Lehn. Over his prolific career he has created and directed several major initiatives: the INRAE-AgroParisTech International Centre of Molecular and Physical Gastronomy, the Science and Food Culture Foundation of the French Academy of Sciences, the Institute of Advanced Studies in Gastronomy (University of Reims Champagne-Ardenne / Cordon Bleu Institute), the International Journal of Molecular and Physical Gastronomy, and the Academic Notes of the French Academy of Agriculture. He has also been a scientific advisor to the journal Pour la Science and organizer of the International Workshops on Molecular Gastronomy and the French national seminars on the subject. His research, supported by collaborations with chefs such as Pierre Gagnaire, has explored the physical and chemical mechanisms underlying culinary transformations (coagulation, emulsions, foams, gels, aromas), the clarification of traditional culinary “precisions,” and the development of “note-by-note cuisine,” a novel approach that constructs dishes from pure compounds rather than traditional ingredients. Beyond laboratory work, he has influenced public education through initiatives such as the Experimental Taste Workshops, contributions to culinary training curricula, and numerous radio and television programs. Author of about twenty books and many scientific and professional articles, Herve This has lectured worldwide, promoting the integration of science and gastronomy. According to his academic impact includes around 1,900 citations, an h-index of 22, and more than 130 indexed documents, reflecting his enduring influence at the crossroads of chemistry, food science, and culinary innovation..

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Featured Publications

“Eustress in Space: Opportunities for Plant Stressors Beyond the Earth Ecosystem”

“Improving the Understanding of Chemistry by Using the Right Words: Why Is Talking about Compounds so Messy?”

“Improving the Understanding of Chemistry by Using the Right Words: Employing Inorganic Formulas to Convey Chemical Structure”

“Improving the Understanding of Chemistry by Using the Right Words: Transforming Inorganic Formulas for Insight into Chemical Structure”

“Improving the Understanding of Chemistry by Using the Right Words: A Clear-Cut Strategy to Avoid Misconceptions When Talking about Elements, Atoms, and Molecules”

Jianjian Chen | Operations Research and Statistical Optimization | Operations Research Award

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Dr. Jianjian Chen | Operations Research and Statistical Optimization | Operations Research Award

 Jiangxi University of Finance and Economics | China

Dr. Jianjian Chen is a lecturer in the School of Information Management and Mathematics at Jiangxi University of Finance and Economics, Jiangxi, P. R. China, where he has established himself as a promising scholar in the fields of management science, decision support, and electronic commerce. His research focuses on platform economics, online marketplaces, and decision support methodologies that contribute to both the theoretical and practical advancement of information systems and business strategies. Over the course of his career, Chen has built a solid portfolio of high-quality research, with his work appearing in well-regarded journals including Decision Support Systems, Information Systems Frontiers, Computers & Industrial Engineering, Electronic Commerce Research, and Electronic Commerce Research and Applications. These publications highlight his expertise in applying analytical and empirical methods to understand the complexities of digital platforms and e-commerce ecosystems. According to his Scopus profile Chen has published 7 scholarly documents, which have collectively received 86 citations, resulting in an h-index of 5, reflecting both the productivity and the impact of his research. His contributions not only enrich the academic discourse on decision support and electronic commerce but also offer practical insights for businesses navigating digital transformation and platform-based economies. Chen’s scholarship demonstrates a balance between rigorous methodological development and the application of innovative models to real-world problems, reinforcing his role as a valuable contributor to the intersection of management, information systems, and economics. By combining theoretical frameworks with practical problem-solving approaches, his research provides meaningful support for decision-making in the digital economy and underscores his growing influence within the international academic community.

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Featured Publications

“Traditional e-commerce or live e-commerce? Online sales model selection strategies considering streamers’ bargaining behaviors”

Saikat Biswas | Operations Research and Statistical Optimization | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Saikat Biswas | Operations Research and Statistical Optimization | Best Researcher Award

IIT Roorkee | India

Dr. Saikat Biswas is an Indian chemical engineer and academic whose research primarily focuses on computational fluid dynamics (CFD), multiphase flow, and microfluidics, with a special emphasis on droplet dynamics including breakup, splitting, and the transition from dripping to jetting in complex microchannel geometries. He earned his PhD in Chemical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (2016–2023), where his doctoral work investigated droplet breakup dynamics in confined microscale flows, and previously completed both his M.Tech and B.Tech in Chemical Engineering at the National Institute of Technology Agartala. Throughout his academic journey, he has published 14 documents, accumulating 41 citations and achieving an h-index of 3, reflecting his growing impact in the field. His contributions include both numerical and computational studies, such as two-dimensional and three-dimensional simulations of droplet splitting at T-junctions and multifurcating channels, investigations of flow-focusing geometries, and analyses of the role of viscosity ratio, surface tension, and channel design in influencing microfluidic droplet behaviour. Skilled in advanced tools such as ANSYS Fluent, COMSOL Multiphysics, OpenFOAM, and MATLAB, he integrates computational methods with engineering applications to address fundamental and applied challenges. Recognized as hard-working, adaptable, and collaborative, Biswas continues to contribute to the advancement of microfluidics and multiphase flow research.

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Featured Publications

“Digital electronic based portable device for colorimetric quantification of ketones and glucose level in human urine”

“Droplet splitting in multifurcating microchannel: A three-dimensional numerical simulation study”

“3D simulation of dripping and jetting phenomena in a flow-focusing geometry”

“A computational study on transition mechanism of dripping to jetting flow in a flow focusing geometry”

“Influence of microchannel geometry on droplet breakup dynamics: A computational study”