Fatemeh Molaabasi | Health Technology | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Fatemeh Molaabasi | Health Technology | Best Researcher Award 

Assistant Professor | Breast Cancer Research Center, Motamed Cancer Institute, ACECR | Iran

Dr. Fatemeh Molaabasi is an accomplished scholar in analytical chemistry, biomaterials, and medical nanotechnology, serving as an Assistant Professor at the Motamed Cancer Institute, ACECR, where she contributes to the Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering and Medical Nanotechnology Research Groups. Her research advances bio-inspired nanomaterials for drug delivery, biosensing, regenerative medicine, cancer diagnostics, and theranostics, with a strong emphasis on clinically translatable platforms. She has produced a substantial body of peer-reviewed work in international journals and scholarly books and holds a record of impactful scientific contributions evidenced by a high citation profile and sustained editorial and reviewing responsibilities in leading journals. Dr. Molaabasi has pioneered innovative tools including tumor apoptosis assay platforms, viral detection systems, electrochemical biosensing strips, three-dimensional tumor models, and targeted diagnostic devices for circulating tumor cells, demonstrating excellence in merging chemistry, biology, engineering, and clinical needs. Her portfolio also includes the development of medical diagnostic kits, rapid assays, and dialysis-based devices designed to support metastatic cancer patients, reflecting a strong translational orientation toward patient-centered technology development. She has secured national funding, engaged in interdisciplinary and global research collaborations with leading academic and biomedical centers, and contributed to national innovation initiatives and industry-linked diagnostic technology development. Beyond research and innovation, she has actively served in editorial boards and scientific committees, reviewed national scientific grants, and mentored emerging researchers. Dr. Molaabasi’s work embodies a commitment to strengthening early cancer detection, precision medicine, and bio-nanotechnology infrastructure, while advancing sustainable and biocompatible nanoplatforms. Her efforts contribute to global research in cancer diagnostics and biosensors and to the development of affordable, high-performance biomedical technologies, reinforcing her role as a leader in next-generation healthcare innovation and applied nanoscience. She has 1274 citations from 55 documents with an h-index of 22.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus | ORCID

Publications

1. Fathi Ganje Lou, E., Rezayan, A. H., Malekmohamadi, M., Abbasi, V., et al. (2025). Very simple and ultra-sensitive fluorescence resonance energy transfer aptasensor for turn-on C-reactive protein detection in biological matrices.

2. Feizi, F., Molaabasi, F., Ezati, M., Shamsipur, M., Mousavi, F., Roshanfekr, A., et al. (2025). Ratiometric fluorescence chiral sensors for pH monitoring and its applications in indicator paper and bioimaging. Analytical Chemistry.

3. Molaabasi, F., Mohseni, N., Hajipour-Verdom, B., Agheli, A., et al. (2025). Ultra-efficient label-free cell death detection based on multifunctional colorimetric fluorescent in-situ silver nanocluster/graphene nanohybridzyme and its application in environmental biological samples and cellular imaging. Biosensors and Bioelectronics.

4. Shahrashoob, M., Dehshiri, M., Yousefi, V., Moassesfar, M., Saberi, H., et al. (2025). Optical and electrochemical biosensors for detection of pathogens using metal nanoclusters: A systematic review. Biosensors.

5. Besharati, M., Radi, H. C., & Molaabasi, F. (2025). A highly sensitive and simple platform for enzyme-free detection of ethanol based on a nano-porous glassy carbon electrode with electrodeposited Ni nanoparticles. Russian Journal of Electrochemistry.

Vincelet Jobikha A | Health Technology | Young Scientist Award

Ms. Vincelet Jobikha A | Health Technology | Young Scientist Award

Research Scholar | Saveetha Engineering College | India

Dr. Vincelet Jobikha Arul Swamy is a dedicated researcher and Ph.D. scholar in Physics at Saveetha Engineering College, affiliated with Anna University, India. She obtained her B.Sc. in Physics from Infant Jesus College of Arts and Science for Women and her M.Sc. in Physics from Muslim Arts College, Kanniyakumari, both with first-class distinction. Her doctoral research focuses on the synthesis and characterization of rare earth–doped tellurite glass and glass ceramics for advanced radiation shielding applications and energy-efficient nanomaterials. Dr. Vincelet has published her work in reputed international journals, including Radiation Physics and Chemistry (Elsevier), and has several manuscripts under review. She holds four patents on innovative glass compositions for optical and radiation protection uses. Actively engaged in the academic community, she has presented at more than 15 national and international conferences, including events organized by IIT Madras, Periyar University, and Heriot-Watt University (UK). Her contributions to material science research have earned her the International Best Researcher Award (SCOPUS INDEX 2025) for excellence in glass ceramics. Beyond her research, she has participated in specialized GIAN courses at JNTU Hyderabad and Madurai Kamaraj University, expanding her technical expertise in nanomaterials and advanced coatings. Dr. Vincelet also contributes as an editorial and review board member for emerging journals in materials science and applied physics. Her research continues to bridge innovation and application, with a focus on developing sustainable materials for radiation safety and renewable energy technologies.

Profiles: Google Scholar | ORCID

Publications

1. Vinothkumar, P., Yamini, B., Praveenkumar, S., & Jobikha, A. V. (2025). Synthesis, structural, and optical properties of lead-free Tm³⁺ ions doped zinc tellurite glass and Ho³⁺ ions doped zinc borophosphate glass for radiation shielding application. Radiation Physics and Chemistry, 234, 112795.

2. Isac, S. J., Vinothkumar, P., Dhinakaran, A. P., & Praveenkumar, S. (2025). Physical, optical, and luminescent characteristics of Sm³⁺ doped glass suitable for yellow laser, warm white LED, and radiation shielding applications. Optics and Laser Technology, 182.

3. Dhatchaiyini, K., Vinothkumar, P., Isac, S. J., Dinesh, A., Ammavasi, M., et al. (2024). Growth and physiochemical properties of semi-organic ammonium pentaborate dihydrate single crystal. Zeitschrift für Physikalische Chemie, 238(8), 1413–1430.

4. Praveenkumar, S. (2024). Tourism and local communities: Entrepreneurship as a catalyst for economic development. Library of Progress – Library Science, Information Technology & Computer, 44(3).*

5. Sagarwal, N., Garg, R., Kumar, B., Praveenkumar, S., Dhabliya, D., Nagesh, Y., et al. (2024). Cyber crimes: An interdisciplinary perspective. Computer Science Engineering and Emerging Technologies, 563–567.

Mohamed Abouelkhair | Public Health | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Mohamed Abouelkhair | Public Health | Best Researcher Award

Associate professor | Rowan University | United States

Dr. Mohamed Adel Salaheldin Abouelkhair, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVM (Virology and Immunology), is an Associate Professor of Virology and Clinical Immunology at the Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine, Rowan University, New Jersey. He earned his Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Master of Science in Veterinary Infectious Diseases from the University of Sadat City, Egypt, followed by a PhD in Comparative and Experimental Medicine from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where he also completed his postdoctoral research. Dr. Abouelkhair’s research spans veterinary and comparative immunology, viral pathogenesis, infectious disease diagnostics, microbial vaccines, and host-pathogen interactions, with particular focus on immunological mechanisms in companion animals and translational models for human health. He has authored and co-authored numerous peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and has contributed to advancing molecular diagnostics and immunological assays used in veterinary medicine. His scholarly impact is reflected in multiple prestigious honors, including the Peggy Cotter Award for Outstanding Early Career Researcher from the American Society for Microbiology (ASM), the ASM Future Leaders Mentorship Fellowship, the Zoetis Distinguished Veterinary Teacher Award nomination, and recognition at the University of Tennessee Research Foundation awards for a U.S. patent on Staphylococcus pseudintermedius virulence factors. Additionally, he has been awarded multiple Scholarships of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) projects and the Southeastern Conference (SEC) Visiting Faculty Travel Grant. Beyond research, Dr. Abouelkhair actively serves the scientific community as Chair of the American College of Veterinary Microbiologists Graduate Student Awards Committee and contributes as a reviewer and editorial board member for leading scientific journals in microbiology, immunology, and virology.

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Publications

1. Elaadli, H., Badr, Y., Raouf, M., Kania, S. A., Elsakhawy, O. K., Altaib, H., & Abouelkhair, M. A. (2025). Isolation and molecular characterization of three Staphylococcus pseudintermedius strains from dogs and humans in Egypt. Current Microbiology. Advance online publication.

2. Elsakhawy, O. K., & Abouelkhair, M. A. (2025). Genome mining reveals a sactipeptide biosynthetic cluster in Staphylococcus pseudintermedius.

3. Elsakhawy, O. K., Roozitalab, A., Abouelkhair, M. A., & Roux, S. (2025). Genome sequence of a bovine respiratory syncytial virus strain from a cow in Tennessee. Microbiology Resource Announcements.

4. Elsakhawy, O. K., Roozitalab, A., Abouelkhair, M. A., & Matthijnssens, J. (2025). Genome sequence of a Tetraparvovirus ungulate 1 strain from a cow in Tennessee, USA. Microbiology Resource Announcements.

5. Baker, E., Rich, S. M., Dennis, M., Miller, D., Su, C., Rosypal von Dohlen, A., Abouelkhair, M. A., Hamer, S. A., Jensen, A., & Gerhold, R. (2025). Pathology and parasitology of free-ranging coyotes from Tennessee and South Carolina.