Mona Nazari | Socio-Economic of Forest Science | Research Excellence Award

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Mrs. Mona Nazari | Socio-Economic of Forest Science | Research Excellence Award

University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Iran

Mrs. Mona Nazari is a doctoral researcher in Forest Socio-Economic Sciences at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences in Vienna, with a strong academic background in forestry, natural resources, and agricultural engineering. She has completed multiple master’s degrees in European Forestry through the Erasmus Mundus program across Austria and Finland, along with earlier degrees in forestry science and animal production in Iran. Her research focuses on forest ecosystem services, sustainable forest management, and socio-economic aspects of forestry. She has led and contributed to several international projects related to forest policy, ecosystem services, and environmental sustainability. Mona is actively involved in academic coordination and capacity-building programs, including international collaborations with universities in Europe and Africa. She works as a university research staff member and teaching assistant, contributing to both research and education in silviculture and natural resource management. Her experience also includes guest lecturing and supervising academic theses. She has participated in advanced research on plant physiology, forest ecology, and dendroecology across leading European institutions. Additionally, she has prior teaching and professional experience in agricultural sciences and forestry training. Her multidisciplinary expertise integrates ecological research, policy frameworks, and applied forestry practices.

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Moussa El Jarroudi | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Belgium

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Dr. Moussa El Jarroudi | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Belgium

Qualified Researcher in University of Liege, Belgium

Dr. Moussa El Jarroudi is a senior research scientist at University of Liège, where he has led multiple research projects and contributed significantly to advancing sustainable agriculture. His work focuses on modeling fungal diseases in cereals and sugar beet, monitoring fungicide resistance, and developing decision-support systems to optimize crop protection strategies. He has co-founded AgrOptimize, a spin-off company that provides innovative tools for improving agricultural productivity while reducing environmental impact. Throughout his career, he has been actively involved in international collaborations, contributing to research missions, capacity building, and knowledge transfer across Europe, North Africa, and beyond. He has also served on various scientific advisory panels and evaluation committees, demonstrating leadership in interdisciplinary research and policy engagement. In addition to his research, he has an extensive teaching background, mentoring students and delivering courses in environmental science, agrometeorology, and pest management. His expertise extends to consultancy roles with global organizations, supporting initiatives in crop disease management and food security. He has played a key role in organizing international scientific events and fostering collaboration between academia, industry, and policymakers. His career reflects a strong commitment to integrating research, education, and practical solutions to address environmental and agricultural challenges.

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Alijon Khusanov | Microplastic | Editorial Board Member

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Prof. Alijon Khusanov | Microplastic | Editorial Board Member

Prof. Alijon Khusanov | Andijan State University | Uzbekistan

Prof. Alijon Khusanov holds higher education from Andijan State University and possesses the academic titles of Candidate of Biological Sciences, Doctor of Biology, and Associate Professor. His professional activity includes extensive service at Andijan State University in the industrial department, where he also contributes as a member of academic councils responsible for awarding the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Biological Sciences at both Fergana State University and Andijan State University. He additionally serves as the Chair of the Scientific Seminar under the same council and plays an active role in shaping research standards and evaluation processes. Prof. Khusanov is a member of the editorial board of Nauchnyi Vestnik Andijanskogo gosudarstvennogo universiteta. Biology (VAK) and manages the international collaborative project “Microplastics in the Environment” between Uzbekistan and Russia. He is the author of more than 120 publications, including 2 textbooks and 8 teaching manuals, and his scientific works have received 206 citations across 165 documents, supported by an h-index of 8. Through his research, academic leadership, and international project management, he contributes significantly to the advancement of biological sciences, environmental safety, and scientific development in Uzbekistan and beyond.

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Zokirov, I., Zokirova, G., Khusanov, A., Ganiev, K., & Makhmudov, M. (2025). DNA barcoding and morphological data reveal a wider distribution of Cinara palaestinensis and Cinara pinimaritimae (Hemiptera: Lachninae) in Uzbekistan, Central Asia. Ecologica Montenegrina, 86, 27–36.

Abdullaev, I., Khusanov, A., Voronova-Bartet, N., Abdullayeva, M., Gandjaeva, L., Jumanazarov, X., Kholmatov, B., Rahimov, M., Matyakubov, Z., Iskandarov, A., et al. (2024). Annotated checklist of the aphids (Hemiptera: Aphididae) of Uzbekistan. Journal of Insect Biodiversity and Systematics, 10(3), 627–650.

Khusanov, A. K., Juraev, M. Sh., & Abdukadirova, Z. S. (2022). Geographical and seasonal variability in the development of aphids (Homoptera, Aphidinea). Russian Journal of Parasitology, 16(1), 85–92.

Krzysztof Podwysocki | Biological Invasions | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Krzysztof Podwysocki | Biological Invasions | Young Scientist Award 

State Scientific Research Institute Nature Research Centre | Lithuania

Dr. Krzysztof Podwysocki is a biologist specializing in invasion ecology, trophic ecology, and crustacean biology, with a strong research focus on understanding the mechanisms that drive the success of invasive aquatic species. He earned his Ph.D. in Biology from the University of Lodz, Poland, in 2025, where his doctoral work investigated the invasion potential of genetically distinct populations of Dikerogammarus villosus, one of Europe’s most impactful invasive amphipods. Currently based at the Nature Research Centre in Vilnius, Lithuania, he leads the project “Exoskeleton strength as a predictor of interspecific aggression and predation survivability in invasive and native amphipods,” exploring the biomechanical and ecological traits that determine competitive dominance and survival in aquatic ecosystems. His research integrates experimental ecology, functional morphology, and biogeography to examine species interactions, dispersal capacities, and environmental adaptability. Dr. Podwysocki has completed a national project on the morphological and chemical variation of D. villosus mouthparts in relation to diet and invasion history, providing key insights into how feeding morphology underpins ecological success. His collaborative experience includes international research initiatives, such as an FAO-funded project in Ghana assessing decapod diversity, and partnerships with the Nicolaus Copernicus University in Torun on behavioral and physiological studies of invasive amphipods. His work bridges fundamental and applied invasion biology, contributing to predictive models that inform biodiversity conservation and invasive species management. To date, he has published six research papers in SCI and Scopus-indexed journals, accumulating 12 citations with an h-index of 2, reflecting the growing impact of his contributions to aquatic invasion ecology. His innovative approach linking biomechanics, population genetics, and ecological performance offers new perspectives on how structural and physiological traits influence invasion dynamics, interspecific competition, and adaptation in changing environments.

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Sergey Glazyrin | Waste Disposal | Best Researcher Award

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Assistant Professor Dr. Sergey Glazyrin | Waste Disposal | Best Researcher Award 

Assist. Prof. Dr. Sergey Glazyrin | NAO "Eurasian National University named after L.N. Gumileva" | Kazakhstan

Assistant Professor Dr. Sergey Glazyrin is a distinguished scholar and expert in industrial heat power engineering, energy efficiency, and environmental technologies. He holds dual Bachelor’s degrees in Industrial Heat Power from S. Toraigyrov Pavlodar State University and in Finance and Credit from the Institute of Modern Business, Moscow, along with a Ph.D. (Candidate of Technical Sciences, 2004) in Industrial Heat Power. Over his extensive career, Dr. Glazyrin has combined academic excellence with industrial innovation, serving in key academic roles including Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Heat Power Engineering at both L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University and S. Toraigyrov Pavlodar State University. He has led numerous national and international projects focused on heat power systems, renewable energy integration, wastewater reuse, and emission reduction technologies. His applied research has contributed to energy strategies and environmental sustainability in Kazakhstan, including projects under Samruk-Energo, Kazakhmys Energy LLP, and Eurasian Energy Corporation JSC. Dr. Glazyrin is also an active technical expert for Kazakhstan’s Science Fund and International Center for Green Technologies, providing high-level evaluations of energy efficiency initiatives. His research has resulted in over 45 scientific publications, accumulating more than 420 citations and an h-index of 11, reflecting his impact in the fields of thermal energy systems, environmental protection, and power plant optimization. His achievements also include innovative patents, development of national building and energy regulations, and leadership in technology commercialization and dual education programs. Currently, he serves as Associate Professor at Kazan State Power Engineering University, Technical Manager at ECO AIR LLP, and Leading Researcher at L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, continuing to advance energy and environmental innovations across Central Asia and Russia.

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Glazyrin, S. A., Kopishev, E. E., Zhumagulov, M. G., Bimurzina, Z. A., & Aibuldinov, Y. K. (2025). Analysis of the efficiency and environmental impact of municipal solid waste incineration as a tool for sustainability development in Kazakhstan. Sustainability, 17(18), 8696.

Varlamov, G. B., Glazyrin, S. A., Khamzina, A., Bimurzina, Z. A., & Zhakiyev, N. (2024). Hydrogen energy for advancing energy efficiency and environmental friendliness of the heat supply system of residential house. Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments, 64, 103689.

Glazyrin, S. A., Aibuldinov, Y. K., Kopishev, E. E., Zhumagulov, M. G., & Bimurzina, Z. A. (2024). Analysis of the composition and properties of municipal solid waste from various cities in Kazakhstan. Energies, 17(24), 6426.

Glazyrin, S. A., Zhumagulov, M. G., Aydimbaeva, Z. A., & Dostiyarov, A. M. (2020). Universal installation for the integrated utilization of flue gases and wastewater from thermal power plants. E3S Web of Conferences, 178, 01062.

Xianglin Dai | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Xianglin Dai | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Xianglin Dai | Hebei Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences | China

Prof. Xianglin Dai is an accomplished Associate Professor at the Institute of Coastal Agriculture, Hebei Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences, where he has made notable contributions to agricultural and environmental research. He serves as a Committee Member of the Nutrient Cycling Committee of the Chinese Society of Plant Nutrition and Fertilizers and as a Guidance Expert for the Compilation of Achievements for the Third National Soil Census in Hebei Province, reflecting his influence in advancing soil and nutrient management practices in China. Prof. Dai has successfully led more than six major research projects, including the Hebei Natural Science Foundation General Project, the Hebei Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences Innovation Talent Construction Project, the Tibet Autonomous Region Natural Science Foundation Youth Project, the Tangshan City Science and Technology Plan Project, and the Open Project of the State Key Laboratory of Barley and Yak Germplasm Resources and Genetic Improvement jointly supported by the Ministry and Province. His interdisciplinary research focuses on soil fertility, nutrient cycling, sustainable agriculture, and ecosystem productivity in coastal and high-altitude regions, providing critical insights into optimizing soil health and crop performance under changing climatic conditions. As first author or corresponding author, he has published more than 10 peer-reviewed papers in high-impact international and national journals such as Soil Biology and Biochemistry, Geoderma, Soil and Tillage Research, European Journal of Soil Biology, Applied Soil Ecology, Chinese Journal of Eco-Agriculture, and Journal of Applied and Environmental Biology, which are widely recognized for their scientific rigor and applied relevance. His research outputs have been cited extensively, accumulating over 350 citations with an h-index of 8 on Google Scholar, highlighting his growing academic impact in soil science and environmental sustainability. Beyond research, Prof. Dai has demonstrated innovation and knowledge transfer by securing 2 authorized patents as first inventor and 2 registered software copyrights, supporting technological applications in agricultural resource management. He has also authored 1 monograph as editor-in-chief and contributed to 2 additional scholarly books, further strengthening the dissemination of scientific knowledge. Through his dedication to soil ecology, nutrient dynamics, and sustainable agricultural systems, Prof. Dai continues to play a key role in advancing both theoretical research and its practical implementation, contributing to environmental conservation, agricultural modernization, and food security in China.

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Dai, X., Song, D., Guo, T., Cui, J., Zhou, W., Huang, S., Shen, J., Liang, G., & He, P. (2022). Organic amendment regulates soil microbial biomass and activity in wheat–maize and wheat–soybean rotation systems. Agriculture, Ecosystems & Environment, 340, 107974.

Dai, X., Liu, Y., Sun, J., Zhao, Z., Wang, X., & Zhang, G. (2022). Response of soil bacterial community structure and function under two salt-tolerant plants in a coastal saline soil area of eastern Hebei province of China. International Journal of Phytoremediation, 24(9), 911–922.

Dai, X., Cui, J., Song, D., Xu, X., He, P., Wang, X., Liang, G., Zhou, W., & Zhu, P. (2021). Effects of long-term cropping regimes on SOC stability, soil microbial community and enzyme activities in the Mollisol region of Northeast China. Applied Soil Ecology, 166, 103941.

Dai, X., Song, D., Guo, Q., Zhou, W., Liu, G., Ma, R., Liang, G., He, P., & Sun, G. (2021). Predicting the influence of fertilization regimes on potential N fixation through their effect on free-living diazotrophic community structure in double rice cropping systems. Soil Biology and Biochemistry, 155, 108220.

Dai, X., Guo, Q., Song, D., Zhou, W., Liu, G., Liang, G., He, P., Sun, G., & Yuan, F. (2021). Long-term mineral fertilizer substitution by organic fertilizer and the effect on the abundance and community structure of ammonia-oxidizing archaea and bacteria in paddy soil of south China. European Journal of Soil Biology, 103, 103288.

Dai, X., Song, D., Zhou, W., Liu, G., Liang, G., He, P., Sun, G., Yuan, F., & Liu, Z. (2021). Partial substitution of chemical nitrogen with organic nitrogen improves rice yield, soil biochemical indicators and microbial composition in a double rice cropping system in south China. Soil and Tillage Research, 206, 104753.

Dai, X., Zhou, W., Liu, G., Liang, G., He, P., & Liu, Z. (2019). Soil C/N and pH together as a comprehensive indicator for evaluating the effects of organic substitution management in subtropical paddy fields after application of high-quality amendments. Geoderma, 337, 1111–1119.