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Dauren Botbayev | Molecular Genetics | Research Excellence Award Published on 06/02/202606/02/2026 by Invention Awards Dr. Dauren Botbayev | Molecular Genetics | Research Excellence Award Senior Researcher in Aitkhozhin Institute of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry, Kazakhstan Dr. Dauren Botbayev earned a Bachelor of Technics and Technologies in Biotechnology and a Master of Natural Sciences from Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, where he also pursued his Ph.D. in Biotechnology. He completed advanced English training at the Intensive English Institute, University of California San Diego, and obtained a Master of Translational Biotechnology from the University of Southern California – Keck School of Medicine. He began his career at M.A. Aitkhozhin’s Institute of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry as a Lab Assistant and progressed to Research Scientist and Senior Researcher. He also served as a Research Assistant at the University of Bologna in Italy. In academia, he joined Satbayev University’s School of Chemical and Biological Engineering as a Lecturer and later advanced to Senior Lecturer. His academic and research career reflects strong expertise in biotechnology, molecular biology, and translational research. Citation Metrics (Scopus) 60 50 40 30 20 10 0 Citations 58 Documents 6 h-index 4 Citations Documents h-index View Scopus Profile Featured Publications Combination of circulating miR-145-5p/miR-191-5p as biomarker for breast cancer detection – PeerJ, 2020 Relationship between Lipid Phenotypes, Overweight, Lipid Lowering Drug Response and KIF6 and HMG-CoA Genotypes – International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2017 Modulation of insulin gene expression with CRISPR/Cas9-based transcription factors – Open Access Macedonian Journal of Medical Sciences, 2021 Absence of mutations in the human interferon alpha-2b gene in workers chronically exposed to ionising radiation – Arhiv za higijenu rada i toksikologiju, 2019 Molecular genetic analysis of population structure of the great Zhuz Kazakh tribal union based on Y-chromosome polymorphism
Dr. Dauren Botbayev | Molecular Genetics | Research Excellence Award Senior Researcher in Aitkhozhin Institute of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry, Kazakhstan Dr. Dauren Botbayev earned a Bachelor of Technics and Technologies in Biotechnology and a Master of Natural Sciences from Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, where he also pursued his Ph.D. in Biotechnology. He completed advanced English training at the Intensive English Institute, University of California San Diego, and obtained a Master of Translational Biotechnology from the University of Southern California – Keck School of Medicine. He began his career at M.A. Aitkhozhin’s Institute of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry as a Lab Assistant and progressed to Research Scientist and Senior Researcher. He also served as a Research Assistant at the University of Bologna in Italy. In academia, he joined Satbayev University’s School of Chemical and Biological Engineering as a Lecturer and later advanced to Senior Lecturer. His academic and research career reflects strong expertise in biotechnology, molecular biology, and translational research.
Pierre Constant Ntoutoume Nzoghe | Pharmacovigilance | Research Excellence Award Published on 06/02/202606/02/2026 by Invention Awards Dr. Pierre Constant Ntoutoume Nzoghe | Pharmacovigilance | Research Excellence Award Mohammed V University, Gabon Dr. Pierre Constant Ntoutoume Nzoghe is a PhD candidate in Pharmaceutical Sciences (2020–2026) at the Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy of Rabat, Morocco, with prior degrees in Medicine Quality Control, Cellular and Molecular Biology, and a DEUG from Morocco, and a Baccalaureate (Series D) from Libreville. He currently serves as Quality Control Manager at Pharmaceutical Health, Libreville, and previously worked as an Analyst at Pharma5, specializing in physico-chemical (HPLC, IR, UV, Karl Fischer) and microbiological analyses. His experience includes internships in pharmacovigilance, biomedical laboratories, and industrial quality control across Morocco. His research focuses on adverse drug reactions, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, and pharmacovigilance case reporting at the University Hospital of Libreville. He has presented multiple posters and oral communications at national and international congresses, including ISOP and SMPV, with publications in official congress booklets. He is also the author of a scientific publication on Fluconazole-induced Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and received the 3rd Prize for Best Poster Presentation at the 9th National and 2nd African Congress of Pharmacoeconomics and Pharmacoepidemiology. Featured Publications Incidence of Adverse Drug Reactions at the University Hospital Center of Libreville, Gabon: From Data Collection to a Risk Minimization Plan – Pharmacoepidemiology, 2026 Fluconazole-induced Stevens-Johnson Syndrome at Libreville University Hospital – Gabon: A Case Report – International Journal of Risk & Safety in Medicine, 2025
Dr. Pierre Constant Ntoutoume Nzoghe | Pharmacovigilance | Research Excellence Award Mohammed V University, Gabon Dr. Pierre Constant Ntoutoume Nzoghe is a PhD candidate in Pharmaceutical Sciences (2020–2026) at the Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy of Rabat, Morocco, with prior degrees in Medicine Quality Control, Cellular and Molecular Biology, and a DEUG from Morocco, and a Baccalaureate (Series D) from Libreville. He currently serves as Quality Control Manager at Pharmaceutical Health, Libreville, and previously worked as an Analyst at Pharma5, specializing in physico-chemical (HPLC, IR, UV, Karl Fischer) and microbiological analyses. His experience includes internships in pharmacovigilance, biomedical laboratories, and industrial quality control across Morocco. His research focuses on adverse drug reactions, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, and pharmacovigilance case reporting at the University Hospital of Libreville. He has presented multiple posters and oral communications at national and international congresses, including ISOP and SMPV, with publications in official congress booklets. He is also the author of a scientific publication on Fluconazole-induced Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and received the 3rd Prize for Best Poster Presentation at the 9th National and 2nd African Congress of Pharmacoeconomics and Pharmacoepidemiology.
Loic Koumba Koumba | Male infertility | Excellence in Research Award Published on 06/02/202606/02/2026 by Invention Awards Mr. Loic Koumba Koumba | Male infertility | Excellence in Research Award Hassan II University of Casablanca, Morocco Mr. Loic Koumba Koumba is a doctoral researcher specializing in male reproductive biology, focusing on seminal cytokines, oxidative stress, and sperm DNA integrity in infertile men. His work integrates clinical and laboratory approaches, including semen analysis, oxidative stress biomarkers (MDA, catalase), inflammatory markers (IL-6), and molecular indicators such as DFI and SDI. He applies advanced statistical methods, including ROC analysis and multivariate modeling, to assess biomarker performance and diagnostic value. His research aims to clarify subclinical inflammation and immuno-oxidative mechanisms in male infertility to improve diagnostic and prognostic strategies. He has published one peer-reviewed article (MDPI, Diseases), has one manuscript under submission, and is developing a future project focused on seminal inflammation, oxidative stress, and infections. He collaborates with clinical laboratories and multidisciplinary teams in reproductive medicine, microbiology, and andrology, and is a member of the International IVF Initiative. Citation Metrics (Scopus) 5 4 3 2 1 0 Citations 2 Documents 1 h-index 1 Citations Documents h-index View Scopus Profile Featured Publications Seminal Interleukin-6 as a Biomarker of Inflammation, Oxidative Stress, and Sperm Dysfunction in Infertile Men – Diseases, 2026 Epidemiological, Clinical, and Biomarker Profile of Male Infertility in Morocco: A Retrospective Single-Center Study of 1399 Cases – Diseases, 2025 Comparison between Density Gradient Centrifugation Method, an Extended Version of the Horizontal Swim-Up Method, and the Combination of Both for Sperm Selection – Obstetrics & Gynecology Science, 2023
Mr. Loic Koumba Koumba | Male infertility | Excellence in Research Award Hassan II University of Casablanca, Morocco Mr. Loic Koumba Koumba is a doctoral researcher specializing in male reproductive biology, focusing on seminal cytokines, oxidative stress, and sperm DNA integrity in infertile men. His work integrates clinical and laboratory approaches, including semen analysis, oxidative stress biomarkers (MDA, catalase), inflammatory markers (IL-6), and molecular indicators such as DFI and SDI. He applies advanced statistical methods, including ROC analysis and multivariate modeling, to assess biomarker performance and diagnostic value. His research aims to clarify subclinical inflammation and immuno-oxidative mechanisms in male infertility to improve diagnostic and prognostic strategies. He has published one peer-reviewed article (MDPI, Diseases), has one manuscript under submission, and is developing a future project focused on seminal inflammation, oxidative stress, and infections. He collaborates with clinical laboratories and multidisciplinary teams in reproductive medicine, microbiology, and andrology, and is a member of the International IVF Initiative.
Oussama Khouili | Energy | Excellence in Research Award Published on 06/02/202606/02/2026 by Invention Awards Mr. Oussama Khouili | Energy | Excellence in Research Award National School of Scientific Applications, Morocco Mr. Oussama Khouili is a PhD student at ENSA El Jadida, Chouaib Doukkali University, specializing in the integration of Artificial Intelligence and Renewable Energy with a focus on solar irradiance forecasting and photovoltaic system optimization. His research develops advanced Machine Learning and Deep Learning models, including ShuffleNet, CNNs, physics-guided networks, PCA-based transformations, FFT techniques, and metaheuristic optimization algorithms such as Particle Swarm Optimization. He has completed and is leading multiple projects on solar prediction accuracy, feature selection methods, smart grid technologies, and AI-driven renewable energy solutions. He has authored peer-reviewed articles in prestigious SCI and Scopus-indexed journals including Energy Strategy Reviews, International Journal of Energy Research, and IEEE Power Electronics Magazine, with 29 citations and an h-index of 2. He has also published four ISBN-indexed book chapters on AI applications in renewable energy and environmental management systems such as ISO 14001. Recognized with a Research Excellence Award, he actively contributes as an independent reviewer and collaborates internationally to bridge advanced computational intelligence with sustainable energy solutions addressing global climate challenges. Citation Metrics (Scopus) 25 20 15 10 5 0 Citations 23 Documents 9 h-index 2 Citations Documents h-index View Scopus Profile Featured Publications Performance Evaluation of an Improved Particle Swarm Optimization Algorithm Against Nature-Inspired Methods for Photovoltaic Parameter – Conference Paper, 2026 Evaluation the Effectiveness of Pearson Correlation in the Context of Solar Yield Prediction Through Artificial Neural Networks – Book Chapter, 2025 Improving the Environmental Performance of Construction Industries and Sites Using an Environmental Management System ISO 14001: An Overview – Springer Proceedings in Physics, 2025 Solar Radiation Prediction Using Support Vector Machines with Spearman Correlation Feature Selection – Springer Proceedings in Physics, 2025 Solar Yield Prediction Through Feedforward Neural Networks – Book Chapter, 2025
Mr. Oussama Khouili | Energy | Excellence in Research Award National School of Scientific Applications, Morocco Mr. Oussama Khouili is a PhD student at ENSA El Jadida, Chouaib Doukkali University, specializing in the integration of Artificial Intelligence and Renewable Energy with a focus on solar irradiance forecasting and photovoltaic system optimization. His research develops advanced Machine Learning and Deep Learning models, including ShuffleNet, CNNs, physics-guided networks, PCA-based transformations, FFT techniques, and metaheuristic optimization algorithms such as Particle Swarm Optimization. He has completed and is leading multiple projects on solar prediction accuracy, feature selection methods, smart grid technologies, and AI-driven renewable energy solutions. He has authored peer-reviewed articles in prestigious SCI and Scopus-indexed journals including Energy Strategy Reviews, International Journal of Energy Research, and IEEE Power Electronics Magazine, with 29 citations and an h-index of 2. He has also published four ISBN-indexed book chapters on AI applications in renewable energy and environmental management systems such as ISO 14001. Recognized with a Research Excellence Award, he actively contributes as an independent reviewer and collaborates internationally to bridge advanced computational intelligence with sustainable energy solutions addressing global climate challenges.
Ivelina Georgieva | Theoretical Chemistry | Research Excellence Award Published on 06/02/2026 by Invention Awards Prof. Ivelina Georgieva | Theoretical Chemistry | Research Excellence Award Institute of General and Inorganic Chemistry, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, Bulgaria Prof. Ivelina Georgieva earned her MSc in Inorganic and Analytical Chemistry in 1989 and an MSc in Methods of Chemistry Teaching in 1994 from Sofia University, Bulgaria, followed by a Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry in 2001 from the Institute of General and Inorganic Chemistry, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, with a thesis on Pt(II) and Pd(II) complexes with antitumor properties. She served as Associate Professor in Theoretical Chemistry at IGIC–BAS from 2009 to 2021 and has been Professor since 2021. Since 2016, she has been Head of the Laboratory of Theoretical and Computational Chemistry, and she previously served as Chair of the IGIC Colloquium (2012–2016) and Scientific Secretary (2017–2024). Her main research areas include theoretical and computational chemistry, molecular design, photochemistry, molecular and periodic structures, and functional materials. She has completed international specializations and collaborations in Spain, Austria, the Czech Republic, and China, working with leading scientists such as Prof. H. Lischka, Prof. A. Aquino, Prof. D. Tunega, and Prof. M. Sodupe. Her academic career reflects strong contributions to advanced computational studies and international scientific cooperation. Citation Metrics (Scopus) 1600 1200 800 400 100 0 Citations 1254 Documents 74 h-index 22 Citations Documents h-index View Scopus Profile View Orcid Profile View Google Scholar Profile Featured Publications A Rare Case of Solid State Tautomerism of 2-Carbamido-1,3-Indandione: Very Fast Intramolecular Proton Transfer – Chemical Physics, 2026 Optical Properties and Tautomerism of 2-Carbamido-1,3-Indandione in Ground and Excited States – Journal of Computational Chemistry, 2025 Adsorption and Catalytic Reduction of Nitrogen Oxides (NO, N2O) on Disulfide Cluster Complexes of Cobalt and Iron — A Density Functional Study – Materials, 2024 Effect of Pyrrolidinedithiocarbamate Ligand on the Luminescence Properties of Heteroligand Samarium and Europium Complexes: Experimental and Theoretical Study – Inorganic Chemistry, 2024 Modulation of Lanthanide Luminescence by Carbamoylmethylphosphine Oxide Ligand: A Theoretical Study – Dyes and Pigments, 2024
Prof. Ivelina Georgieva | Theoretical Chemistry | Research Excellence Award Institute of General and Inorganic Chemistry, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, Bulgaria Prof. Ivelina Georgieva earned her MSc in Inorganic and Analytical Chemistry in 1989 and an MSc in Methods of Chemistry Teaching in 1994 from Sofia University, Bulgaria, followed by a Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry in 2001 from the Institute of General and Inorganic Chemistry, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, with a thesis on Pt(II) and Pd(II) complexes with antitumor properties. She served as Associate Professor in Theoretical Chemistry at IGIC–BAS from 2009 to 2021 and has been Professor since 2021. Since 2016, she has been Head of the Laboratory of Theoretical and Computational Chemistry, and she previously served as Chair of the IGIC Colloquium (2012–2016) and Scientific Secretary (2017–2024). Her main research areas include theoretical and computational chemistry, molecular design, photochemistry, molecular and periodic structures, and functional materials. She has completed international specializations and collaborations in Spain, Austria, the Czech Republic, and China, working with leading scientists such as Prof. H. Lischka, Prof. A. Aquino, Prof. D. Tunega, and Prof. M. Sodupe. Her academic career reflects strong contributions to advanced computational studies and international scientific cooperation.
Sana Loubbairi | Health Simulation | Women Researcher Award Published on 06/02/202606/02/2026 by Invention Awards Ms. Sana Loubbairi | Health Simulation | Women Researcher Award PhD Candidate in Ibn Zohr University, Morocco Ms. Sana Loubbairi is a PhD researcher in health simulation at the Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy of Agadir, Morocco, holding a Master’s degree in Advanced Health Care from ISSS Settat and a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing with a specialization in Anesthesia and Resuscitation from ISPITS Agadir. She serves as a workshop facilitator in basic nursing care at FMP Agadir and as a part-time lecturer at ISPITS Agadir, delivering theoretical courses, supervising practical sessions, and participating in student evaluations. Her research focuses on simulation-based medical education, critical thinking, reflective practice, and artificial intelligence in healthcare training. She has published systematic reviews and comparative studies on high-fidelity simulation, standardized patients, and AI-driven simulation in medical and nursing education. Her complementary training includes Clinical Simulation Essentials and Masterclass for Simulation Trainers, Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare, Clinical Trials and Research, Simulation Center Evaluation by Sofrasim, and Statistical Analysis using Jamovi. Citation Metrics (Scopus) 200 150 100 50 10 0 Citations 169 Documents 20 h-index 7 Citations Documents h-index View Scopus Profile View Orcid Profile Featured Publications The Effect of High-Fidelity Simulation vs. Simulation with Standardized Patients on the Development of Reflective Practice Among Medical Students – International Medical Education, 2026 The Impact of Artificial Intelligence-Driven Simulation on the Development of Non-Technical Skills in Medical Education: A Systematic Review – Journal of Educational Evaluation for Health Professions, 2025 The Impact of Simulation on the Development of Critical Thinking and Reflection Among Nursing and Medical Students: A Systematic Review – Korean Journal of Medical Education, 2025
Ms. Sana Loubbairi | Health Simulation | Women Researcher Award PhD Candidate in Ibn Zohr University, Morocco Ms. Sana Loubbairi is a PhD researcher in health simulation at the Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy of Agadir, Morocco, holding a Master’s degree in Advanced Health Care from ISSS Settat and a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing with a specialization in Anesthesia and Resuscitation from ISPITS Agadir. She serves as a workshop facilitator in basic nursing care at FMP Agadir and as a part-time lecturer at ISPITS Agadir, delivering theoretical courses, supervising practical sessions, and participating in student evaluations. Her research focuses on simulation-based medical education, critical thinking, reflective practice, and artificial intelligence in healthcare training. She has published systematic reviews and comparative studies on high-fidelity simulation, standardized patients, and AI-driven simulation in medical and nursing education. Her complementary training includes Clinical Simulation Essentials and Masterclass for Simulation Trainers, Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare, Clinical Trials and Research, Simulation Center Evaluation by Sofrasim, and Statistical Analysis using Jamovi.
Jan Yperman | Analytical and Circular Chemistry | Research Excellence Award Published on 06/02/202606/02/2026 by Invention Awards Prof. Dr. Jan Yperman | Analytical and Circular Chemistry | Research Excellence Award Emeriti in University Hasselt, Belgium Prof. Dr. Jan Yperman is a distinguished Belgian chemist who earned his Bachelor (1971), Master (1973), and Doctorate (1981) in Chemistry and built a long academic career at LUC/UH, progressing from Ph.D. bursar to Ordinary Professor and later Emeritus in 2016. He served as Head of Department, Vice-Head, and Chairman of the UH Chemistry Curriculum and Examination Board, contributing significantly to academic leadership. He received the prestigious Stas Prize (1981) and a diploma from BAS-Bulgaria (2004), and has been a member of the international editorial board of FUEL since 2002. His research spans acid–base chemistry, coal and solid fuel analysis, superconductor precursor preparation, and analytical automation in chemistry laboratories. He is widely recognized for his extensive work on biomass valorisation, pyrolysis, activated carbons, adsorption technologies, and environmental remediation. Beyond academia, he also served as Alderman of the City of Hasselt from 1995 to 2001, reflecting his commitment to public service. Citation Metrics (Scopus) 6000 5000 4000 3000 2000 1000 100 0 Citations 5096 Documents 194 h-index 41 Citations Documents h-index View Scopus Profile View Orcid Profile Featured Publications Iron Oxide-Activated Carbon Composites for Enhanced Microwave-Assisted Pyrolysis of Hardwood – Environments, 2024 3D Finite Heat Transfer Method to Optimize a Hot Air Convective System for Phytosanitary Treatment of Wood Pallets – Energy, Ecology and Environment, 2023 An Experimentally Validated Selection Protocol for Biochar as a Sustainable Component in Green Roofs – Waste, 2023 Mathematical Tool Based on Breakthrough Curves to Evaluate the Economic Advantages of Chemical Regeneration of Activated Carbon in Power Plants: A Comparative Study – Applied Sciences, 2021 Biochar from Raw and Spent Common Ivy: Impact of Preprocessing and Pyrolysis Temperature on Biochar Properties – Journal of Analytical and Applied Pyrolysis, 2021
Prof. Dr. Jan Yperman | Analytical and Circular Chemistry | Research Excellence Award Emeriti in University Hasselt, Belgium Prof. Dr. Jan Yperman is a distinguished Belgian chemist who earned his Bachelor (1971), Master (1973), and Doctorate (1981) in Chemistry and built a long academic career at LUC/UH, progressing from Ph.D. bursar to Ordinary Professor and later Emeritus in 2016. He served as Head of Department, Vice-Head, and Chairman of the UH Chemistry Curriculum and Examination Board, contributing significantly to academic leadership. He received the prestigious Stas Prize (1981) and a diploma from BAS-Bulgaria (2004), and has been a member of the international editorial board of FUEL since 2002. His research spans acid–base chemistry, coal and solid fuel analysis, superconductor precursor preparation, and analytical automation in chemistry laboratories. He is widely recognized for his extensive work on biomass valorisation, pyrolysis, activated carbons, adsorption technologies, and environmental remediation. Beyond academia, he also served as Alderman of the City of Hasselt from 1995 to 2001, reflecting his commitment to public service.