King Saud University, Saudi Arabia.

Yousef Abdullah M. Bin Jardan, PhD is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutics at King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. He currently serves as the Director of the Experimental Animal Care Centre at the College of Pharmacy. His expertise lies in pharmacokinetics, drug metabolism, and analytical method development. With extensive academic and administrative experience, he actively contributes to teaching, research, and institutional development.

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🎓 Education

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yousef Bin Jardan holds a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences from the University of Alberta, Canada, which he earned in 2017. He previously obtained his B.Sc. in Pharmaceutical Sciences from King Saud University, Saudi Arabia, in 2009. With a strong academic background and expertise in pharmaceutical sciences, Dr. Bin Jardan has contributed to research and education in the field, focusing on advancements in drug development and healthcare. His work continues to enhance the understanding and application of pharmaceutical sciences in both academic and professional settings.

🎓 Academic Positions

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yousef Bin Jardan has a distinguished academic career in pharmaceutical sciences, with extensive experience in teaching and research. Since April 2022, he has been serving as an Associate Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutics at King Saud University, contributing to advanced research and mentoring students in pharmaceutical sciences. Prior to this, he worked as an Assistant Professor at the same department from 2017 to 2022, where he played a key role in curriculum development and scientific research.

Before joining King Saud University as a faculty member, Dr. Bin Jardan gained valuable experience as a Graduate Teaching & Research Assistant at the University of Alberta, Canada, from 2010 to 2017. During this period, he was actively involved in laboratory research and student instruction. His academic journey began as a Teaching Assistant at King Saud University in 2009, where he supported undergraduate education and research activities.

👨‍🏫 Teaching Experience

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yousef Bin Jardan is actively involved in pharmaceutical education, teaching key courses at King Saud University. He instructs Pharmaceutical Calculations (PHT 210 – PharmD), equipping students with essential mathematical skills for accurate drug formulation and dosing. Additionally, he teaches Biopharmaceutics (PHT 414 – B.Pharm & PHT 417 – PharmD), focusing on drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, and elimination, crucial for understanding drug efficacy and safety. He also oversees Internship Training (PHTR 211 – PharmD), guiding students through practical experiences in clinical and pharmaceutical settings. His commitment to teaching ensures that future pharmacists receive both theoretical knowledge and hands-on expertise in the field.

🏢 Administrative Roles

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yousef Bin Jardan has held several key academic and administrative positions at King Saud University. Since 2019, he has served as the Director of the Experimental Animal Care Centre, overseeing research involving laboratory animals and ensuring ethical standards in scientific studies. Prior to this role, he was the Assistant Vice-Dean for Graduate Studies & Research from 2018 to 2019, where he played a pivotal role in enhancing research initiatives and supporting postgraduate programs. In 2018, he also briefly served as the Assistant Vice-Dean for Development & Quality, focusing on improving academic standards and institutional excellence. His leadership and contributions have significantly advanced pharmaceutical research and education at King Saud University.

🏛️ Council & Committee Memberships

Pharmaceutics Department Council Member – (2017–Present)

Academic Committee Member – College of Pharmacy (2017–2018)

Annual Research Day Committee Member – (2017–2018)

🔬 Research Interests

Analytical method development for drugs and metabolites in biological matrices

Pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and drug metabolism in laboratory animals and humans

Drug-disease interactions using in vivo models

🏆 Awards & Recognitions

Distinction Award for Academic Excellence – Saudi Arabian Cultural Bureau, Canada (2011, 2013)

Graduate Student Award – University of Alberta (2014)

Graduate Students' Association Academic Travel Award – University of Alberta (2015, 2016)

CSPS Meeting Travel Award – Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Alberta (2015, 2016)

🎓 Licenses & Certifications

Licensed Pharmacist – Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS) (2010–Present)

📜 Notable Publications

Herb-drug interaction: Pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of anti-hypertensive drug amlodipine besylate in presence of Lepidium sativum and Curcuma longa
Xenobiotica; the Fate of Foreign Compounds in Biological Systems (2022-02-01)

Contributors: Yousef A Bin Jardan, Alam MA, Bin Jardan YA, Mohammad Raish, Al-Mohizea AM, Ahad A, Al-Jenoobi FI

Deciphering chemical profiling, pharmacological responses, and potential bioactive constituents of Saussurea lappa Decne. extracts through in vitro approaches
Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences (2022-01-24)

Contributors: Yousef A Bin Jardan, Naseer S, Iqbal J, Naseer A, Kanwal S, Hussain I, Tan Y, Aguilar-Marcelino L, Raquel Cossio-Bayugar, Zajac Z et al.

Novel high-throughput green UPLC-MS/MS methods for determination of desmopressin with special sample handling
Journal of the Indian Chemical Society (2021)

Contributors: Alam MA, Al-Jenoobi FI, Bin Jardan YA, Altamimi MA, Alshehri SM

Effects of garden cress, fenugreek, and black seed on the pharmacodynamics of metoprolol: An herb-drug interaction study in rats with hypertension
Pharmaceutical Biology (2021-12-01)

Contributors: Yousef A Bin Jardan, Bin Jardan YA, Ahad A, Mohammad Raish, Alam MA, Al-Mohizea AM, Al-Jenoobi FI

Eudragit-coated sporopollenin exine microcapsules (SEMC) of Phoenix dactylifera L. for 5-Fluorouracil colon-specific drug delivery
Pharmaceutics (2021-11-12)

Contributors: Yousef A Bin Jardan, Mohammad Raish, Dr. Mohd Abul Kalam, Ahmad A, Mudassar Shahid, Mushtaq Ahmad Ansari, Abdul Ahad, Ali R, Bin Jardan YA, Aws Alshamsan et al.

Mr. Pawan Gaire | Applied Electromagnetics | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Pawan Gaire | Applied Electromagnetics | Best Researcher Award

University of Nebraska Lincoln, United States.

Pawan K. Gaire is a Ph.D. candidate in Electrical Engineering at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, specializing in electromagnetic (EM) simulation, numerical modeling, and RF/antenna design. With expertise in tools like HFSS, ADS, and COMSOL, he has a strong background in designing innovative wireless communication and power transfer systems. His research focuses on advanced computational techniques, including Physics Embedded Neural Networks (PENN) for solving complex electromagnetic problems.

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Mr. Pawan Gaire is a dedicated scholar in the field of Electrical Engineering, currently pursuing his Ph.D. at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (2022-2025) with a perfect GPA of 4.0. Prior to this, he earned his M.S. in Electrical Engineering from Florida International University (2019-2022), achieving an impressive GPA of 3.96. His academic journey began at Howard University, where he completed his B.S. in Electrical Engineering (2015-2019) with Summa Cum Laude honors and a GPA of 3.89. With a strong academic background and a commitment to excellence, Mr. Gaire continues to contribute to advancements in electrical engineering.

💼 Experience

Mr. Pawan Gaire has extensive research experience in electrical engineering, specializing in electromagnetics, antenna design, and wireless power transfer. Currently serving as a Research Assistant at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (2022-Present), he has developed PENN, a novel neural network-based approach for solving Maxwell’s equations. His work also includes designing and fabricating sub-100 MHz multi-band antenna arrays using multiferroic heterostructures and simulating vector vortex wave generation for high-capacity tunnel communication.

Previously, as a Research Assistant at Florida International University (2019-2022), Mr. Gaire contributed to the development of an ad-hoc wireless power transfer system for smartphone charging and pioneered clothing-integrated rectifiers for efficient RF-to-DC conversion. Additionally, he conducted market validation for wearable charging devices under the NSF I-Corps program, showcasing his ability to bridge engineering innovation with commercial applications.

🛠️ Internships

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory (2018) – Designed testbench for Hard X-ray systems.

DiCarlo Lab, MIT (2017) – Benchmarked AI models against primate vision.

Center for Integrated Quantum Materials (2016) – Fabricated and characterized diamond field-effect transistors.

🏆 Research Interests

Electromagnetic (EM) Simulation & RF Design: Expertise in Ansys HFSS, COMSOL, and ADS for antenna and circuit design.

Physics Embedded Neural Networks (PENN): Development of AI-driven solutions for scientific computing.

Wireless Power Transfer (WPT): Innovative antenna designs for efficient energy transfer.

Numerical Modeling & Computational Electromagnetics: Application of Finite Element Method (FEM) in RF systems.

🏅 Awards & Recognitions

NSF I-Corps Grant Recipient – Validated market demand for wireless charging solutions.

IEEE Conference Presenter – Multiple research presentations at premier EM and RF conferences.

Summa Cum Laude – Graduated with highest honors from Howard University.

📚 Publications

Physics Embedded Neural Network: Novel Data-Free Approach Towards Scientific Computing and Applications in Transfer Learning
Neurocomputing, 2025-02 | Journal Article
DOI: 10.1016/j.neucom.2024.128936
Contributors: Pawan Gaire, Shubhendu Bhardwaj

Data-Free Solution of Electromagnetic PDEs Using Neural Networks and Extension to Transfer Learning
IEEE Transactions on Antennas and Propagation, 2022-07 | Journal Article
DOI: 10.1109/TAP.2022.3186710
Contributors: Shubhendu Bhardwaj, Pawan Gaire

An Ergonomic Wireless Charging System for Integration With Daily Life Activities
IEEE Transactions on Microwave Theory and Techniques, 2021-01 | Journal Article
DOI: 10.1109/TMTT.2020.3029530
Contributors: Dieff Vital, Pawan Gaire, Shubhendu Bhardwaj, John L. Volakis

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Man Ho Chan | Dark Matter | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Man Ho Chan | Dark Matter | Best Researcher Award

The Education University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

Dr. Chan Man Ho is a distinguished academic specializing in astrophysics, philosophy, and science education. He is currently an Assistant Dean and Associate Dean at the Faculty of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, The Education University of Hong Kong. With over 100 refereed publications and multiple prestigious awards, Dr. Chan’s research spans dark matter, black holes, multiverse theories, and philosophy of science. His work has received international recognition, with media coverage in top science outlets. A committed educator and researcher, he actively contributes to the scientific community as a journal reviewer, conference organizer, and elected fellow of esteemed societies.

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Man Ho Chan is a distinguished academic with expertise spanning astrophysics, philosophy, and physics education. He earned his Ph.D. in Philosophy from Hong Kong Baptist University (2013–2017) under the supervision of Prof. Kwan Kai Man. Prior to that, he completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Education (Physics Education) at The Chinese University of Hong Kong (2010–2012) and an M.A. in Christian Studies from the same institution (2008–2010). His strong foundation in astrophysics includes a Ph.D. (2004–2008) and an M.Phil. (2002–2004) from The Chinese University of Hong Kong, both supervised by Prof. Chu Ming Chung. Dr. Chan began his academic journey with a B.Sc. in Physics from The Chinese University of Hong Kong (1999–2002), establishing a solid background in scientific research and interdisciplinary studies.

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Man Ho Chan has an extensive academic and teaching career, currently serving as the Assistant Dean and Associate Dean of the Faculty of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences at The Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK) since 2024. He has been an Associate Professor in the Department of Science and Environmental Studies at EdUHK since 2021, following his tenure as an Assistant Professor from 2015 to 2021. Before joining EdUHK, he was a Lecturer in the Department of Physics at The Chinese University of Hong Kong from 2012 to 2015. His early career includes valuable experience in secondary education, having taught at Shatin Pui Ying College (2005–2011) and Peace Evangelical Secondary School (2004–2005). His diverse roles reflect a strong commitment to education, research, and academic leadership.

🔬 Research Interests

Astrophysics: Dark Matter, Supermassive Black Holes, Exoplanets, Multiverse

Philosophy of Science: Cosmopsychism, Scientific Realism, Creativity

Science Education: Constructivist Learning, Early Science Literacy

🏆 Awards & Honors

2024 Honorable Mention, Awards for Essays on Gravitation (Gravity Research Foundation, USA)

2024 Departmental Teaching Excellence Award (EdUHK)

2023 Elected Fellow, Royal Astronomical Society (UK)

2023 President’s Award for Outstanding Performance in Research (EdUHK)

2022 Humanities & Social Sciences Prestigious Fellowship (Research Grants Council)

2022 Faculty Research Output Prize (EdUHK)

2021 Elected Fellow, International Society for Science and Religion

2020 President’s Award for Outstanding Performance in Research (Early Career) (EdUHK)

📚 Selected Publications

Astrophysics:

"Identifying dark matter signals by the radio continuum spectral data of the cool-core cluster RX J1720.1+2638" (2025) – Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society

Co-authored with Chak Man Lee

Explores potential dark matter signals in galaxy clusters

[DOI: 10.1093/mnras/stae2638]

Science Education:

"Pathways to early science literacy: Investigating the different role of language and reading skills in science literacy among early primary school children" (2025) – International Journal of Science Education

Co-authored with Yuanke Sun

Examines the influence of language and reading skills on young students' science literacy

[DOI: 10.1080/09500693.2024.2335671]

"Constructivist learning approaches do not necessarily promote immediate learning outcome or interest in science learning" (2025) – The Asia-Pacific Education Researcher

Co-authored with Elaine Kit Ling Yeung, Miao Zhong, Jing Huang, Tik Sze Carrey Siu, and Him Cheung

Evaluates the effectiveness of constructivist learning methods in science education

[DOI: 10.1007/s40399-024-00893-8]

"The impact of immersive design on the relations between students’ motivational and science literacy awareness: A mixed methods study" (2025) – Cogent Education

Co-authored with Yuan-Ke Sun and Wing-Chi Wong

Investigates the effects of immersive learning environments on student motivation and science literacy

[DOI: 10.1080/2331186X.2025.2467494]

Philosophy:

"On Philip Goff’s case for agentive cosmopsychism" (2024) – International Journal for Philosophy of Religion

Co-authored with Kai Yan Chan

Critically examines Goff's argument for cosmopsychism

[DOI: 10.1007/s11153-024-09931-3]

Prof. Dr. Chih-Hsien Hsia | Image Processing | Best Researcher Award

Published on 25/03/202525/03/2025 by Invention Awards

Prof. Dr. Chih-Hsien Hsia | Image Processing | Best Researcher Award

National Ilan University, Taiwan.

Chih-Hsien Hsia is a distinguished professor and researcher in computer science, specializing in DSP IC Design, Computer Vision, Image Processing, and Cognitive Engineering. He holds dual Ph.D. degrees in Engineering Science from National Cheng Kung University and Electrical & Computer Engineering from Tamkang University, Taiwan. Currently, he serves as a Distinguished Professor at National Ilan University and holds key positions in AI research, industry collaborations, and professional organizations. His contributions to AI, image processing, and intelligent systems have earned him prestigious awards and widespread recognition.

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Prof. Dr. Chih-Hsien Hsia holds dual Ph.D. degrees in Engineering Science from National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan, and Electrical & Computer Engineering from Tamkang University, Taiwan. His expertise spans multiple engineering disciplines, with a strong focus on cutting-edge technological advancements and interdisciplinary research.

💼 Experience

Prof. Dr. Chih-Hsien Hsia is a Distinguished Professor at National Ilan University (2024 – Present) and serves as the Executive Director of the AI Promotion Office at the same institution. He is also the Director of the AIoX Research Center at National Ilan University (2024 – Present).

Beyond his role at NIU, he has been an Honorary Distinguished Professor at Chaoyang University of Technology since 2022 and a Board Member of the Chinese Society of Consumer Electronics since 2018. Additionally, he holds the position of Vice Chair of the IEEE Taipei Chapter Signal Processing Society (2024 – Present).

Previously, he served as a Professor at National Ilan University (2020 – 2024) and was the Chairperson of the Department of Computer Science at NIU from 2021 to 2024. His leadership and research contributions have significantly advanced AI, signal processing, and computer science education.

🔬 Research Interests

🖥 DSP IC Design

📷 Computer Vision & Image Processing

🧠 Cognitive Engineering

🏆 Awards & Honors

🥇 Taiwan International Science Fair (2025) – First Prize in Computer Science & Engineering

🏅 Best Paper Awards at IEEE Eurasia Conference on IoT, IET International Conference, National Defense Technology Academic Conference (2024)

🌟 World's Top 2% Scientists (2022)

🎖 Outstanding Young Scholar Award – Computer Society of the Republic of China (2018, 2020)

📚 Notable Publications

Finger Vein Recognition Based on Vision Transformer with Feature Decoupling for Online Payment Applications
IEEE Access, 2025 | DOI: 10.1109/ACCESS.2025.3552075
Contributors: Liang-Ying Ke, Yi-Chen Lin, Chih-Hsien Hsia

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Sensing and Image Processing
Sensors, 2025-03-18 | DOI: 10.3390/s25061870
Contributors: Jing Chen, Miaohui Wang, Chih-Hsien Hsia

An Edge-Cloud Collaborative Scalp Inspection System Based on Robust Representation Learning
IEEE Transactions on Consumer Electronics, 2024 | DOI: 10.1109/TCE.2024.3474911
Contributors: Sin-Ye Jhong, Guan-Ting Li, Chih-Hsien Hsia

Tucker Decomposition and Log-Gabor Feature-Based Quality Assessment for the Screen Content Videos
IEEE Transactions on Instrumentation and Measurement, 2024 | DOI: 10.1109/TIM.2024.3381267
Contributors: Hailiang Huang, Huanqiang Zeng, Jing Chen, Junhui Hou, Chih-Hsien Hsia, Kai-Kuang Ma

Width-Adaptive CNN: Fast CU Partition Prediction for VVC Screen Content Coding
IEEE Transactions on Multimedia, 2024 | DOI: 10.1109/TMM.2024.3410116
Contributors: Chao Jiao, Huanqiang Zeng, Jing Chen, Chih-Hsien Hsia, Tianlei Wang, Kai-Kuang Ma

Dr. Chun-Ran Wu | Civil Engineering Materials | Best Researcher Award

Published on 24/03/202524/03/2025 by Invention Awards

Dr. Chun-Ran Wu | Civil Engineering Materials | Best Researcher Award

Guangzhou University, China.

Prof. Chun-Ran Wu is a distinguished researcher in civil and transportation engineering, specializing in sustainable cementitious materials and carbon sequestration in construction. His work focuses on developing innovative solutions for eco-friendly construction materials, enhancing structural durability, and reducing carbon footprints in the building industry.

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Dr. Chun-Ran Wu earned a Ph.D. in Civil and Transportation Engineering from Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China (2019–2023). His research focused on advanced transportation systems, infrastructure optimization, and sustainable mobility solutions. During his doctoral studies, he collaborated on interdisciplinary projects, contributing to cutting-edge developments in urban transportation planning and intelligent transportation systems.

💼 Experience

Dr. Chun-Ran Wu is a researcher specializing in sustainable cement materials and construction engineering. His expertise includes carbon sequestration, alternative binders, and advanced cementitious composites. He has made significant contributions to the development of eco-friendly concrete, focusing on innovative solutions to reduce the environmental impact of construction materials while enhancing durability and performance.

🔍 Research Interests

🌱 Sustainable Construction Materials – Developing low-carbon and alternative binders for green construction

🏗️ Cementitious Composites – Investigating advanced self-compacting concrete and magnesium cement

🛠️ 3D Printing in Construction – Exploring novel cementitious materials for additive manufacturing

🧪 Supplementary Cementitious Materials – Utilizing industrial by-products like fly ash and red mud

🌍 CO₂ Sequestration in Cement – Enhancing sustainability through carbon capture in construction

🏆 Awards & Honors

Recognized for high-impact research in cement and concrete composites

Best Researcher Award for contributions to sustainable cementitious materials

Top Cited Researcher in Construction and Building Materials

📚 Publications & Citations

🔹 Pozzolanic activity of calcinated low-grade natural sepiolite and its influence on the hydration of cement
📅 Nov 2021 | Construction and Building Materials | 📑 Cited by: 11
🔗 DOI: 10.1016/J.CONBUILDMAT.2021.125076

🔹 Experimental investigation and mathematical modelling of the carbon dioxide sequestration of cement pastes during pressurized curing
📅 Oct 2021 | Construction and Building Materials | 📑 Cited by: 14
🔗 DOI: 10.1016/J.CONBUILDMAT.2021.124383

🔹 Preparation of magnesium oxysulfate cement as a 3D printing material
📅 May 2021 | Construction and Building Materials | 📑 Cited by: 12
🔗 DOI: 10.1016/J.CONBUILDMAT.2021.122677

🔹 Mechanical activated waste magnetite tailing as pozzolanic material substitute for cement in the preparation of cement products
📅 Aug 2020 | Construction and Building Materials | 📑 Cited by: 31
🔗 DOI: 10.1016/J.CONBUILDMAT.2020.119129

🔹 Pore size distribution and ITZ performance of mortars prepared with different bio-deposition approaches for the treatment of recycled concrete aggregate
📅 Aug 2020 | Cement and Concrete Composites | 📑 Cited by: 59
🔗 DOI: 10.1016/J.CEMCONCOMP.2020.103631

Prof. Dr. Maria Helena Pimentel | Nursing Education | Outstanding Contribution Award

Published on 21/03/202521/03/2025 by Invention Awards

Prof. Dr. Maria Helena Pimentel | Nursing Education | Outstanding Contribution Award

Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, Portugal.

Maria Helena Pimentel is a distinguished Professor Coordinator at the Polytechnic Institute of Bragança (IPB), Portugal, specializing in Nursing and Health Sciences. With decades of experience in academia and healthcare, she has contributed significantly to research in sociology, nursing education, and public health. Her leadership roles in the IPB, including serving as Director of the School of Health, demonstrate her commitment to advancing higher education and healthcare training.

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Prof. Dr. Maria Helena Pimentel holds a Ph.D. in Sociology (2011) from the University of Minho, Portugal, with a thesis on "Lifestyle and Health: The Daily Life of Students at the Polytechnic Institute of Bragança." She earned a Master’s in Nursing Sciences (1999) from the University of Porto, focusing on "Nursing Students’ Perceptions of the Profession." Additionally, she completed a Postgraduate Specialization in Child and Pediatric Health Nursing (1993) at the Coimbra School of Nursing and obtained her Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (1985) from the Polytechnic Institute of Bragança, Portugal.

👩‍🏫 Professional Experience

Prof. Dr. Maria Helena Pimentel is a Professor Coordinator (2012–present) at the Polytechnic Institute of Bragança, Portugal, where she previously served as an Adjunct Professor (2000–2012) and an Assistant Professor (1993–2000). Before her academic career, she worked as a Nurse (1986–1989) at the Bragança Hospital Unit, Portugal.

🔬 Research Interests

Maria Helena Pimentel's research focuses on:

Nursing Education and Training

Public Health and Healthcare Systems

Sociology of Health and Well-being

Lifestyle and Student Health

🏆 Awards & Leadership Roles

Director of the School of Health – IPB (2009–2017)

President of the Scientific and Pedagogical Council – IPB (2009–2017)

Member of the Scientific Council of IPB (2017–Present)

International Collaborations through Erasmus Programs (Spain, France, Portugal)

📚 Selected Publications

"Consumption of Major Psychoactive Substances During the COVID-19 Pandemic Among Higher Education Students", Revista de Enfermagem Referência (2023). DOI: 10.12707/RVI22031

"Local Health Unit: A Vertical Integration Model of Healthcare", Revista de Enfermagem Referência (2022). DOI: 10.12707/RV21061

"Human Work on the Frontline of the Pandemic: Socio-Health Assistance", Lex Social: Revista de Derechos Sociales (2021). DOI: 10.46661/lexsocial.5972

"Participation in Community Intervention Programs and Quality of Life: Findings from a Multicenter Study in Portugal", Revista Brasileira de Geriatria e Gerontologia (2020). DOI: 10.1590/1981-22562020023.190017

"Social Benefits in Portuguese Public Higher Education Over the Last Four Decades", AULA (2017). DOI: 10.14201/aula201723

Assist. Prof. Dr. Constantinos D. Zeinalipour-Yazdi | Ammonia Synthesis | Best Researcher Award

Published on 18/03/202518/03/2025 by Invention Awards

Assist. Prof. Dr. Constantinos D. Zeinalipour-Yazdi | Ammonia Synthesis | Best Researcher Award

Northeastern University London, United Kingdom.

Dr. Constantinos D. Zeinalipour-Yazdi is an Assistant Professor of Chemistry at Northeastern University London. He is a distinguished researcher known for his contributions to catalysis, materials science, and computational modeling. His work focuses on understanding chemical reaction mechanisms and developing novel catalysts and materials for diverse applications. His research employs density functional theory (DFT) and other computational methods to investigate reaction pathways and material behaviors. He has led multiple high-impact projects and contributed significantly to advancing theoretical chemistry and material science.

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Dr. Constantinos D. Zeinalipour-Yazdi earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of California, San Diego & San Diego State University in 2006. Following his doctorate, he held prestigious research fellowships and academic appointments at leading institutions worldwide. He was a Research Fellow at University College London (UCL), where he contributed to advancements in computational chemistry and catalysis. He also held positions at the University of Cambridge and Imperial College London, focusing on density functional theory (DFT) and materials science applications. His extensive experience spans collaborations with top-tier universities and research centers, making significant contributions to theoretical and computational chemistry.

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Dr. Constantinos D. Zeinalipour-Yazdi is an Assistant Professor of Chemistry at Northeastern University London, where he focuses on computational and theoretical chemistry. He previously served as a Research Fellow under the Cyprus Research Promotion Foundation (RPF), contributing to groundbreaking research in molecular modeling and catalysis. As a Lead Investigator at the Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory (EMSL) at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), he spearheaded studies on chemical reaction mechanisms and materials science applications. Additionally, he has been an active participant in multiple European Union and Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC)-funded projects, collaborating on cutting-edge advancements in energy materials, catalysis, and computational chemistry.

🔬 Research Interests

Catalysis & Reaction Mechanisms: Investigating ammonia and hydrazine synthesis mechanisms on metal nitrides.

Materials Science: Developing and optimizing catalysts for reactions such as the Water-Gas Shift reaction.

Computational Chemistry: Utilizing DFT and multiscale simulations to study material properties and reaction pathways.

🏆 Awards & Recognitions

Multiple grants and research fellowships from EPSRC, EMSL, and EU Framework Programmes

Recognized for high-impact computational studies in catalysis and materials science

International Invention Awards recipient

📚 Selected Publications

A DFT assessment of the activation barrier for concerted proton transfer in cyclic water clusters (H₂O)ₙ where n = 3–8
Computational and Theoretical Chemistry (Feb 2025)
DOI: 10.1016/j.comptc.2024.115061
Co-authors: Numair Elahi

Emerging Trends in Palladium Nanoparticles: Sustainable Approaches for Enhanced Cross-Coupling Catalysis
Catalysts (Feb 2025)
DOI: 10.3390/catal15020181
Co-authors: Jude I. Ayogu, Numair Elahi

A study using physical sphere-in-contact models to investigate the structure of close-packed nanoparticles supported on flat hexagonal, square, and trigonal lattices
Chemical Physics (Jan 2025)
DOI: 10.1016/j.chemphys.2024.112464

3D Printed Sphere-in-Contact Models of Carbon Materials
Preprint (2024)
DOI: 10.2139/ssrn.4985077
Co-authors: Toby Chai, David Pullman, Deborah Gater, James Kneller

A computational study of H-bonded networks in cyclic water clusters, (H₂O)ₙ (n = 3–12)
Journal of Molecular Modeling (2024)

Prof. Dr. Laima Okuneviciute Neverauskiene | Economic Growth | Best Researcher Award

Published on 14/03/202514/03/2025 by Invention Awards

Prof. Dr. Laima Okuneviciute Neverauskiene | Economic Growth | Best Researcher Award

Vilnius Gediminas Technical University, Lithuania.

Dr. Laima Okuneviciute Neverauskiene is a distinguished Lithuanian economist and professor specializing in labour economics, social economics, and regional economics. With over 25 years of academic and research experience, she has contributed significantly to employment policy, social exclusion, and sustainable economic development. She is a professor at Vilnius Gediminas Technical University and has been actively involved in national and international research projects, expert evaluations, and policy-making in the labour market.

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Prof. Dr. Laima Okuneviciute Neverauskiene holds a Ph.D. in Economics (Doctor of Social Sciences) from Vilnius Gediminas Technical University (1999-2005). She also earned a Master’s Degree in Environmental Studies from Vilnius University, Lithuania (1995-1997).

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Prof. Dr. Laima Okuneviciute Neverauskiene is a distinguished professor and researcher at Vilnius Gediminas Technical University, Faculty of Business Management (2007–Present). She also serves as Chief Researcher & Deputy Director at the Institute of Labour Market Research, Lithuanian Social Research Centre (1997–Present). Previously, she worked as a Labour Market Expert at the Lithuanian Labour Exchange, Ministry of Social Security and Labour (1997–2006) and as a Scientific Researcher & Expert at Vilnius University (2008–2016).

Her work includes labour market policy analysis, econometric modeling, regional development studies, and active labour market policies. She has played a key role in the development of employment laws, policy reforms, and international labour research collaborations.

🔬 Research Interests

Dr. Okuneviciute Neverauskiene’s research focuses on:

Labour Economics & Employment Policy

Social & Regional Economics

Hidden Employment & Industrial Relations

Sustainable Development & Business Ecosystems

Microsimulation Models & Econometric Evaluations

She has worked on various national and international projects, contributing to labour market forecasting, social security policies, and economic sustainability strategies.

🏆 Awards & Honors

Best Researcher Award in Labour Economics

European Globalisation Adjustment Fund Expert Recognition

National Excellence Award in Social Policy Research

Distinguished Scholar Honor in Economic Development

📚 Publications

Assessing the Role of Renewable Energy in the Sustainable Economic Growth of the European Union

Authors: Laima Okunevičiūtė Neverauskienė, Virgilijus Dirma, Manuela Tvaronavičienė, Irena Danileviciene

Journal: Energies, 2025

The Impact of Renewable Energy Development on Economic Growth

Authors: Virgilijus Dirma, Laima Okunevičiūtė Neverauskienė, Manuela Tvaronavičienė, Irena Danileviciene, Rima Tamošiūnienė

Journal: Energies, 2024

Dr. Riccardo Narducci | Energy | Best Researcher Award

Published on 14/03/202514/03/2025 by Invention Awards

Dr. Riccardo Narducci | Energy | Best Researcher Award

Tor vergata university, Italy.

Riccardo Narducci is an Italian researcher currently holding a fixed-term research position (RTDb) at the Department of Industrial Engineering, University of Rome Tor Vergata. He obtained his National Scientific Qualification as Associate Professor in Chemical Foundations of Technologies (CHEM-06/A) on January 13, 2020. His research focuses on advanced materials for energy applications, particularly ion-conducting membranes for fuel cells.

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🎓 Education:

Dr. Riccardo Narducci holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Sciences and Sciences des Matériaux, earned in 2014 through a double degree program between the University of Rome Tor Vergata and Aix-Marseille Université. His dissertation, titled "Ion Conducting Membranes for Fuel Cells," was awarded Cum Laude under the supervision of Prof. M.L. Di Vona and Prof. Philippe Knauth. Prior to his doctorate, he completed a Master’s degree in Chemistry at the University of Perugia in 2004, specializing in Inorganic and Material Chemistry, with a final grade of 108/110. His thesis focused on the "Effect of Acceptor-Donor Pair Adsorption on Surface Conductivity of Non-Stoichiometric Oxides." Dr. Narducci's academic journey began with a Technical Diploma in Industrial Chemistry from I.T.I.S. "L. Allievi" in Terni, where he graduated with the highest distinction (60/60) in 1998.

💼 Professional Experience:

Dr. Riccardo Narducci is currently a Researcher (RTDb) (2022-2025) at the University of Rome Tor Vergata, Department of Industrial Engineering, where he is an active member of several research grant selection committees and a participant in the 2024 PACE project.

Previously, he served as a Research Fellow (2017-2022) at the same university, contributing to the HORIZON 2020 CREATE project focused on energy and hydrogen production. From 2016 to 2017, he was a Postdoctoral Fellow under the VINCI Grant, working on functionalized polymers for next-generation redox flow batteries.

Between 2010 and 2017, Dr. Narducci held the position of Research Associate, collaborating on various European and industrial projects, including LoLiPEM, MAESTRO, and HVAC systems research. In addition to his research activities, he has also served as a Contract Professor at the University of Rome Tor Vergata, Faculty of Engineering.

🔬 Research Interests:

Energy Materials: Ion-conducting membranes for fuel cells and hydrogen production.

Polymeric and Composite Materials: Functionalized polymers and nanostructured materials.

Electrochemical Devices: Redox flow batteries and electrochemical energy conversion.

Environmental Technologies: Sustainable heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.

🏆 Awards & Grants:

National Scientific Qualification for Associate Professor (2020).

VINCI Grant (2016) – Université Franco Italienne for postdoctoral research.

Several European Research Grants (FP7, HORIZON 2020).

Research funding from the University of Rome Tor Vergata.

📚 Selected Publications:

One-Component Catalytic Electrodes from Metal–Organic Frameworks Covalently Linked to an Anion Exchange Ionomer
Molecules (2025-03-10)
DOI: 10.3390/molecules30061230
Contributors: Riccardo Narducci, Emanuela Sgreccia, Alessio Vincenzo Montella, Gianfranco Ercolani, Saulius Kaciulis, Suanto Syahputra, Emily Bloch, Luca Pasquini, Philippe Knauth, Maria Luisa Di Vona

Composite Membranes Based on Polyvinyl Alcohol and Lamellar Solids for Water Decontamination
New Journal of Chemistry (2024)
DOI: 10.1039/D3NJ04942F
Contributors: Maria Bastianini, Michele Sisani, Eziz Naryyev, Annarita Petracci, Irene Di Guida, Riccardo Narducci

Composite Anion Exchange Membranes Containing a Long-Side Chain Ionomer and Exfoliated Lamellar Double Hydroxides
Membranes (2024-12-20)
DOI: 10.3390/membranes14120275
Contributors: Riccardo Narducci, Suanto Syahputra, Maria Luisa Di Vona, Philippe Knauth, Luca Pasquini

Porous Polymers Based on PSU and PSU-TMA with Grafted Zirconium-Organic Moieties: Synthesis and Application for Removal of Arsenite and Arsenate Water Pollutants
Preprint (2024-11-20)
DOI: 10.20944/preprints202411.1539.v1
Contributors: Alessio Vincenzo Montella, Maria Bastianini, Michele Sisani, Emanuela Sgreccia, Maria Luisa Di Vona, Riccardo Narducci

Polyvinyl Alcohol Coatings Containing Lamellar Solids with Antimicrobial Activity
Physchem (2024-08-01)
DOI: 10.3390/physchem4030019
Contributors: Maria Bastianini, Michele Sisani, Raúl Escudero García, Irene Di Guida, Carla Russo, Donatella Pietrella, Riccardo Narducci

Ms. Claudia Elijas-Parra | Structural Geology | Best Researcher Award

Published on 11/03/202511/03/2025 by Invention Awards

Ms. Claudia Elijas-Parra | Structural Geology | Best Researcher Award

University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

Claudia Elijas-Parra is a PhD student in Geophysics at the University of Edinburgh, specializing in the rheology of dense unsteady granular flows with shear gradients. Her research focuses on understanding granular temperature and the contact network in complex flows, particularly in pyroclastic density currents, to refine large-scale volcanic hazard models. With expertise in high-performance computing and numerical modeling, she contributes to advancing our knowledge of volcanic processes and geophysical flows.

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Claudia Elijas-Parra is a PhD candidate in Geophysics at the University of Edinburgh, researching pyroclastic density currents using numerical modeling and high-performance computing. She holds a First-Class Honours MEarthPhys from the same university, with work on geomechanical risk and geophysical flow modeling. She completed her secondary education at Institut Pons D’Icart, Spain, with a 9.7/10 grade and spent an exchange year in London.

💼 Experience

Claudia Elijas-Parra is a PhD candidate in Geophysics at the University of Edinburgh, specializing in numerical modeling of pyroclastic density currents. She holds a First-Class Honours MEarthPhys and has experience as a Tutor & Demonstrator in mathematics, programming, volcanology, and seismology. Previously, she worked as a Research Assistant on catastrophic rock failure and interned to improve hybrid learning strategies. She completed her secondary education in Spain with a 9.7/10 grade and spent an exchange year in London.

🔬 Research Interests

🌋 Granular Flow Rheology – Understanding the dynamics of unsteady shear flows in pyroclastic density currents
💻 High-Performance Computing – Numerical simulations using MFIX-DEM, ParaView, COMSOL Multiphysics
🌍 Volcanic Hazard Assessment – Improving the boundary conditions of large-scale volcanic models
🧱 Rock Mechanics & Failure – Investigating microcrack evolution in deforming porous rocks

🏆 Awards & Grants

🏅 Overseas Research Visit & Conference Fund – E4DTP (2023) (Cities on Volcanoes 12, Guatemala)
🏅 12th SAGES Small Grant – SAGES (2023) (Cities on Volcanoes 12, Guatemala)
🏅 Small EPS Grant – University of Edinburgh (2023) (Cities on Volcanoes 12, Guatemala)
🏅 Certificate of Achievement – University of Edinburgh (2023) (Top Student in Earth Science Masters)
🏅 Small EPS Grant – University of Edinburgh (2022) (Summer Research Internship)

📚 Publication & Conferences

📄 Elijas-Parra et al. (2025). Controls on shear band orientation in deforming porous rocks: insights from improved microcrack segmentation method. 🔗 DOI: 10.1016/j.jsg.2025.105404

🎤 Tectonic Studies Group (TSG) Annual Meeting (Burlington House, London, 2022)

Quantifying crack network evolution during failure of a porous rock

🎤 Cities on Volcanoes 12 (CoV12) (Antigua, Guatemala, 2022)

Basal flow rheology of pyroclastic density currents: Implications for large-scale modeling in volcanic hazard assessment