Mr. Cui Fangke | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Excellence in Innovation

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Mr. Cui Fangke | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Excellence in Innovation

College of Ecology and Environment | Xinjiang University | China

Mr. Cui Fangke is a promising early-career researcher at the College of Ecology and Environment, Xinjiang University, where he holds a doctoral qualification and specializes in forest ecology and agricultural ecology. His research focuses on the ecological restoration and environmental sustainability of complex ecosystems, particularly in arid regions and subtropical coastal zones. Mr. Cui has conducted comprehensive studies on plant-soil-microbial interactions and their role in rehabilitating degraded ecosystems, contributing valuable insights into the mechanisms that support soil fertility and ecological balance. His research combines remote sensing techniques with field monitoring, offering innovative perspectives on ecosystem management and agricultural adaptation under changing climatic conditions. As the principal or co-author of significant publications in high-impact journals such as Catena and Scientific Reports, Mr. Cui’s work has attracted increasing academic attention. His recent studies include pioneering research on pioneer tree species facilitating coastal ecosystem restoration and the spatial heterogeneity of soil physical and chemical properties in coastal agricultural zones. Despite being in the early stages of his career, his scholarly output reflects a growing influence in ecological sciences, with 3 citations from 3 documents, 1 published paper, and an h-index of 1. Through his dedication to advancing ecological resilience and environmental sustainability, Mr. Cui Fangke exemplifies the qualities of an emerging leader in environmental and agricultural research, making him a commendable candidate for recognition in scientific achievement and research excellence awards.

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Featured Publications

Xiuyu, X., Cui, F., Liyong, F., et al. (2024).A pioneer  tree species rapidly facilitating ecosystem restoration in coastal regions depends on soil traits. Catena, 238, 107825.

Cui, F., Xu, X., Wang, M., et al. (2025). The spatial heterogeneity of soil physical and chemical properties and comprehensive fertility in the Leizhou Peninsula coastal region. Scientific Reports, 15, 37178.

Prof. Yan Zhang | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Yan Zhang | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

College of Urban and Environmental Sciences | Northwest University | China

Prof. Yan Zhang is a highly accomplished environmental scientist whose research primarily focuses on water pollution, soil ecology, microplastic contamination, and the biogeochemical cycling of nitrogen and heavy metals. With an impressive record of 52 scientific publications, Prof. Zhang has made influential contributions to understanding the environmental behavior of pollutants and their interactions within aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. Her works, published in leading journals such as Science of The Total Environment, Marine Pollution Bulletin, Environmental Science: Water Research & Technology, and Land Degradation & Development, have significantly advanced the field of environmental monitoring and pollution assessment. Her studies have addressed critical environmental challenges in China, including nitrate pollution tracing using isotopic techniques, the ecological risks of microplastics, and the impact of land use and erosion processes on heavy metal distribution in the Loess Plateau. Prof. Zhang’s interdisciplinary approach bridges hydrology, ecology, and environmental chemistry, offering valuable insights for sustainable watershed and soil management. Her scholarly impact is reflected in a robust h-index of 21, supported by 2,361 citations from 2,153 documents, indicating the broad relevance and recognition of her research within the international scientific community. She has served as both first and corresponding author on numerous influential papers, several of which have been recognized as ESI Top 1% highly cited papers. Through her leadership in environmental research and her collaborative work with international experts, Prof. Yan Zhang continues to play a vital role in promoting scientific innovation, sustainability, and ecological resilience across global environmental systems.

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Featured Publications

Zhang, Y., Guan, M., Shi, P., Song, J., & Cui, L. (2025). Migration of microplastics in hyporheic zone sediments: Beiluo River, China. Environmental Earth Sciences,

Zhang, Y., Che, J., & Yang, L. (2025). Occurrence, environmental behavior, and co-pollution of microplastics with heavy metals in urban channelized rivers. Environmental Science: Water Research & Technology, 11, 1797–1810.

Zhang, Y., Shi, P., & Cui, L. (2024). Microplastics in riverine systems: Recommendations for standardized sampling, separation, digestion and characterization. Marine Pollution Bulletin, 207, 116950.

Zhang, Y., Zhang, X., Bi, Z., Yu, Y., Shi, P., Ren, L., & Shan, Z. (2020). The impact of land use changes and erosion process on heavy metal distribution in the hilly area of the Loess Plateau, China. Science of The Total Environment, 718, 137305

Zhang, Y., Shi, P., Song, J., & Li, Q. (2019). Application of nitrogen and oxygen isotopes for source and fate identification of nitrate pollution in surface water: A review. Applied Sciences, 9(18), 3890.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Weilun Kong | Earth and Planetary Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Weilun Kong | Earth and Planetary Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Anhui Technical College of Industry and Economy | China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Weilun Kong is an accomplished scholar in geology and environmental sciences, currently serving at the Anhui Technical College of Industry and Economy. He holds a Ph.D. in Geology, an M.S. in Environmental Science, and a B.S. in Environmental Engineering, all from Hefei University of Technology. His academic journey reflects a strong interdisciplinary foundation, merging geological principles with environmental engineering practices. Before entering academia, he accumulated valuable industrial experience as an engineer in environmental equipment manufacturing and high-voltage switchgear production. Since transitioning to academia, Dr. Kong has been deeply involved in geological education and research, contributing significantly to the understanding of geoheritage and cultural geology, especially in the Chaohu Lake Region of China. He has successfully led several major research projects, including the Potential Investigation for the Construction of Geo-cultural Villages in the Chaohu Lake Region and the Investigation Report on the Geological Background of Cultural Tourism Resources. His research has resulted in impactful publications in high-quality journals such as Geoheritage, where he explored topics like urban geoheritage under anthropogenic pressure and Chinese scholars’ stones as heritage resources. Dr. Kong’s scholarly contributions are recognized internationally, with his work cited in 18 documents, amassing a total of 19 citations from 3 publications, and achieving an h-index of 2, reflecting both the reach and depth of his research impact. His academic interests lie in geoheritage conservation, geological tourism resources, and environmental geology, where he continues to bridge scientific understanding with cultural and sustainable development perspectives. Through dedicated research and teaching, Dr. Weilun Kong has become a respected figure in the field of geology and environmental studies, inspiring the next generation of scholars and contributing to regional geo-cultural advancement.

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Featured Publications

Kong, W. (2020). Urban geoheritage sites under strong anthropogenic pressure: Example from the Chaohu Lake Region, Hefei, China. Geoheritage.

Kong, W. (2023). Chinese “Scholars’ Stones”: A potential heritage stone resource under strong anthropogenic pressure. Geoheritage.

Kong, W. (2025). Preliminary inventory and assessment of the geological heritage of the origin of Chinese Lingbi Stone. Geoheritage.

Yuntao Guo | Aerospace Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yuntao Guo | Aerospace Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Beijing Institute of Technology | China

Dr. Yuntao Guo is an Associate Professor at the School of Aerospace Engineering, Beijing Institute of Technology, specializing in advanced aerospace propulsion technology. He obtained his PhD from Beijing Institute of Technology and later pursued postdoctoral research at Tsinghua University before joining BIT. His research primarily focuses on electrical propulsion and rocket propulsion technology, with notable innovations in plasma generation and its wide-ranging applications. He has published 28 peer-reviewed journal articles indexed in SCI and Scopus, with a total of 346 citations and an h-index of 12, reflecting his growing academic influence. His contributions include pioneering plasma-based air disinfection systems that led to multiple authorized patents and recognition through the Patent Invention Innovation Award. In addition, he has advanced discharge technology for space micro-propulsion, successfully developing a low-power, modular micro-thruster prototype whose performance reaches internationally advanced standards. He is currently working on an engineering prototype, with plans for space verification in the near future. Dr. Guo has completed or is engaged in three funded research projects, holds four patents, and serves as a Junior Editorial Committee Member for Propulsion and Energy. He is also an active member of the Chinese Society of Astronautics and collaborates closely with Tsinghua University.

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Featured Publications

  • Study on the effect of gas injection hole radius on mixing and combustion in solid propellant ducted rockets based on total pressure distribution

  • Study on the aerodynamic effects on the excitation of the combustion flow field in solid rocket ramjet engines

  • Numerical study on the influence of inlet cover opening process on the stage transition performance of solid propellant ducted rockets

He Xue-Qin | Ornamental Plants | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. He Xue-Qin | Ornamental Plants | Best Researcher Award

Inner Mongolia Agricultural University | China

Dr. Xueqin He is a distinguished researcher and faculty member at the College of Horticulture and Plant Protection, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, China, with a strong academic focus on plant physiology, molecular biology, and horticultural crop improvement. Her research primarily explores the molecular mechanisms regulating flower color formation, stress physiology, and metabolic responses in horticultural plants, with Dianthus and potato as her major model systems. Over the past decade, she has made significant contributions to understanding anthocyanin biosynthesis, chalcone synthase gene regulation, karyotype analysis, and physiological adaptations of plants under abiotic stress conditions. She has authored 12 peer-reviewed publications in national and international journals, which have collectively garnered over 220 citations, reflecting her influence in the field, and she maintains an h-index of 8, demonstrating both productivity and impact. Dr. He has successfully led and participated in several competitive research grants, including projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and the Natural Science Foundation of Inner Mongolia, focusing on gene regulation in flower pigmentation, dormancy mechanisms in Gladiolus, and stress-response pathways in Dianthus. Her pioneering work provides theoretical and practical insights into ornamental plant breeding, stress tolerance, and horticultural innovation, contributing substantially to advancing sustainable horticulture and plant protection science.

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Featured Publications

  • Subcellular localization and prokaryotic expression of DchCHS1 and DchCHS3 from Dianthus chinensis, and their overexpression in tobacco

  • A G6P1E isomerase of sugar metabolism is involved in the flower colors of Dianthus chinensis

  • Characterization of three chalcone synthase-like genes in Dianthus chinensis

Yang zhang | Computer Vision | Best Researcher Award-duplicate-1

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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”

Yang zhang | Computer Vision | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Yang zhang | Computer Vision | Best Researcher Award

Yang Zhang is a Lecturer at the School of Computer Science and Engineering, Nanjing University of Science and Technology. She earned her PhD in Control Science and Engineering from Southeast University and was a visiting researcher at the Australian Artificial Intelligence Institute, University of Technology Sydney. Her research focuses on face image and video super-resolution, face recognition, illumination normalization, and three-dimensional face reconstruction. She has published extensively in top journals and conferences such as IEEE TPAMI, IEEE TIP, and CVPR. A recipient of national and institutional scholarships, her work is widely recognized and cited by leading universities and industry labs worldwide.

Dr. Yang zhang | Nanjing University of Science and Technology | China

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Education

  • Yang Zhang received her doctoral degree in Control Science and Engineering from Southeast University in Nanjing, China. During her doctoral studies, she gained international exposure as a visiting student at the Australian Artificial Intelligence Institute, University of Technology Sydney, under the supervision of Professor Ivor W. Tsang. This academic journey provided her with a strong foundation in artificial intelligence, computer vision, and advanced image processing methods.

Experience

  • Yang Zhang is currently a Lecturer at the School of Computer Science and Engineering, Nanjing University of Science and Technology. She has previously worked on research collaborations at the University of Technology Sydney, where she deepened her expertise in artificial intelligence and machine learning. Her academic role has been complemented by her extensive publications in top journals and conferences, where her contributions have been recognized at the international level.

Awards and Recognition

  • Yang Zhang has been recognized for her academic excellence with prestigious scholarships. She received the China National Scholarship and the Nanjing Artificial Intelligence Project Scholarship, both awarded for her outstanding research and contributions to the field of computer vision. These awards highlight her dedication to innovation and her ability to contribute meaningfully to the global research community.

Skills and Expertise

  • Her skills lie at the intersection of artificial intelligence, computer vision, and image processing. She specializes in designing and implementing deep learning architectures for face image super-resolution, video super-resolution, and face recognition under challenging conditions. Yang Zhang is skilled in integrating prior knowledge into deep learning frameworks to achieve robust feature representation, visual quality enhancement, and structural fidelity. She also demonstrates strong expertise in handling issues such as illumination normalization, pose variation, and occlusion restoration.

Research Focus 

  • Yang Zhang’s research is centered on advancing face image super-resolution, face recognition, and three-dimensional face reconstruction under extreme conditions. She has developed innovative models for illumination removal, non-local style transfer super-resolution, pose correction, and progressive restoration. Her work bridges deep learning with traditional image processing to address real-world challenges. Her contributions have set benchmarks in the field and are widely recognized and cited by leading academic institutions and industry research labs globally.

Publications

  • Recursive Copy and Paste GAN: Face Hallucination From Shaded Thumbnails
    Authors: Y Zhang, IW Tsang, Y Luo, C Hu, X Lu, X Yu
    Journal: IEEE Transactions on Pattern Analysis and Machine Intelligence

    Copy and Paste GAN: Face Hallucination From Shaded Thumbnails
    Authors: Y Zhang, IW Tsang, Y Luo, CH Hu, X Lu, X Yu
    Journal: Proceedings of the IEEE/CVF Conference on Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition

    Face Hallucination With Finishing Touches
    Authors: Y Zhang, IW Tsang, J Li, P Liu, X Lu, X Yu
    Journal: IEEE Transactions on Image Processing

    IL-GAN: Illumination-invariant Representation Learning for Single Sample Face Recognition
    Authors: Y Zhang, C Hu, X Lu
    Journal: Journal of Visual Communication and Image Representation

    Face Illumination Recovery for the Deep Learning Feature Under Severe Illumination Variations
    Authors: CH Hu, J Yu, F Wu, Y Zhang, XY Jing, XB Lu, P Liu
    Journal: Pattern Recognition

Conclusion

  • Yang Zhang is an accomplished researcher and academic whose work in face recognition and image processing has had significant impact on both academia and industry. Her innovative methods have pushed the boundaries of face image analysis under challenging conditions, earning her recognition in top international venues. With a strong academic background, prestigious awards, and active membership in leading professional societies, she continues to shape the future of computer vision through groundbreaking research and collaboration.

Changjing Wu | Natural Medicine | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Changjing Wu | Natural Medicine | Best Researcher Award

Changjing Wu is an Associate Professor at the Institute of Translational Medicine, Zhoukou Normal University. He holds a doctoral degree in natural medicinal chemistry from Shenyang Pharmaceutical University and has previously worked in both industry and academia, including as an engineer at the Marine and Natural Medicine Research Center in Shandong. His research focuses on the discovery and pharmacological evaluation of bioactive natural compounds for the treatment of diabetes, obesity, neurodegenerative diseases, and aging-related conditions. He has published widely in international journals such as Molecules, Frontiers in Pharmacology, Scientific Reports, and Frontiers in Chemistry, and is credited with several national patents on novel therapeutic compounds. Wu is recognized for his expertise in natural product chemistry, translational medicine, and applied drug development.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Changjing Wu | Zhoukou Normal University | China

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Education

  • Changjing Wu pursued his academic journey with a strong foundation in pharmaceutical sciences. He completed his undergraduate studies in pharmaceutical marketing at Shenyang Pharmaceutical University. He then advanced his expertise with a master’s degree in medicinal chemistry at the Academy of Military Medical Sciences of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army. Building on this foundation, he earned his doctoral degree in natural medicinal chemistry at Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, where he focused on the discovery and development of bioactive compounds from natural sources.

Experience

  • Changjing Wu has built a career that bridges both industry and academia. He began his professional path as an engineer at the Marine and Natural Medicine Research Center of Shandong International Biotechnology Park Development Co., Ltd., where he engaged in innovative drug discovery work. He then transitioned into academia at Zhoukou Normal University, Institute of Translational Medicine. Starting as a lecturer, he advanced to the role of associate professor, contributing to teaching, mentorship, and research leadership. His career reflects a consistent commitment to the exploration of bioactive natural products and their potential therapeutic applications.

Awards and Recognition

  • Wu has contributed significantly to the study of natural product chemistry, pharmacology, and translational medicine. He has served as co-corresponding author on multiple peer-reviewed publications in international journals, including Molecules, Frontiers in Pharmacology, Scientific Reports, Journal of Molecular Endocrinology, and Frontiers in Chemistry. His works include studies on benzofuran derivatives, sodium danshensu, jujube extracts, phytohemagglutinin, and aspulvinones, showcasing the therapeutic potential of natural products against conditions such as diabetes, obesity, and aging-related decline.

Skills and Expertise

  • Changjing Wu possesses strong expertise in natural medicinal chemistry, with skills in isolation, structural identification, and bioactivity evaluation of natural compounds. His research is complemented by abilities in collaborative teamwork, project development, and scientific communication. His role as both a co-first and co-corresponding author in major publications demonstrates his skills in both leadership and scientific writing. Additionally, his success in patent development underscores his applied research capability and translational outlook.

Research Focus 

  • Wu’s research primarily centers on the discovery, structural modification, and pharmacological evaluation of natural compounds with therapeutic potential. His focus areas include cholinesterase inhibitors for neurodegenerative diseases, modulators of muscle metabolism, natural compounds for obesity and diabetes management, and bioactive molecules that promote longevity and stress resistance. By integrating chemistry with pharmacology, his work aims to develop novel therapeutic candidates from natural sources for modern healthcare needs.

Publications

  • Mulberroside A: A Multi-Target Neuroprotective Agent in Alzheimer’s Disease via Cholinergic Restoration and PI3K/AKT Pathway Activation
    Authors: Jin Li; Jiawen Wang; Yaodong Li; Jingyi Guo; Ziliang Jin; Shourong Qiao; Yunxia Zhang; Guoyin Li; Huazhen Liu; Changjing Wu
    Journal: Biology
    Year: 2025

    Benzofuran Derivatives from Cortex Mori Radicis and Their Cholinesterase-Inhibitory Activity
    Authors: Xiang Cui; Zehong Huang; Shanshan Deng; Yunxia Zhang; Guoyin Li; Lining Wang; Yanru Deng; Changjing Wu
    Journal: Molecules
    Year: 2024

    Downregulation of NEDD4L by EGFR Signaling Promotes the Development of Lung Adenocarcinoma
    Authors: Guoyin Li; Zewen Song; Changjing Wu; XiaoYan Li; Liping Zhao; Binghua Tong; Zhenni Guo; Meiqing Sun; Jin Zhao; Huina Zhang et al.
    Journal: Journal of Translational Medicine
    Year: 2022

    Butenolide Derivatives from Aspergillus terreus Selectively Inhibit Butyrylcholinesterase
    Authors: Xiang Cui; Shanshan Deng; Guoyin Li; Yunxia Zhang; Lining Wang; Changjing Wu; Yanru Deng
    Journal: Frontiers in Chemistry
    Year: 2022

    Aspulvinones Suppress Postprandial Hyperglycemia as Potent α-Glucosidase Inhibitors From Aspergillus terreus ASM-1
    Authors: Changjing Wu; Xiang Cui; Luzhen Sun; Jiajia Lu; Feng Li; Minghui Song; Yunxia Zhang; Xinqi Hao; Congkui Tian; Maoping Song; Xiaomeng Liu
    Journal: Frontiers in Chemistry
    Year: 2021

Conclusion

  • Changjing Wu has cultivated a career that combines rigorous training, academic leadership, and applied scientific innovation. His contributions span from fundamental natural product research to translational applications with real-world impact in drug development. Through his publications, patents, and teaching, he has established himself as a dedicated researcher and educator in the field of natural medicinal chemistry and translational medicine.