Praveen Kumar Dubey | Health Technology | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Praveen Kumar Dubey | Health Technology | Best Researcher Award 

Assistant Professor | Indian Institute of Packaging | India

Dr. Praveen Kumar Dubey is a food science and technology academic whose work spans advanced food processing, functional food development, and innovative biotechnological interventions for nutrition and food sustainability. With formal training in biotechnology, food process engineering, and food science and technology, he has cultivated expertise at the intersection of food engineering, food biotechnology, product innovation, and health-oriented food systems. His academic journey includes service at reputed academic and research institutions, where he has contributed to teaching, laboratory development, and mentoring in food science and nutrition disciplines. Dr. Dubey’s research portfolio encompasses food reformulation for health benefits, valorization of agro-industrial by-products, gluten-free and functional food product development, utilization of pseudocereals and bioactive-rich plant resources, and application of emerging processing technologies for improved physicochemical and nutritional properties. His published scientific works reflect collaborative engagements with national and international researchers addressing critical challenges in food quality, safety, shelf-life enhancement, and value addition to underutilized crops and bioresources. His research outputs appear in internationally recognized journals covering food chemistry, food engineering, food biotechnology, and nutraceutical innovation, contributing to evidence-based advancements in sustainable food systems and consumer-focused health solutions. Dr. Dubey’s professional affiliations include membership in leading scientific societies in food science, reinforcing his commitment to collaborative advancement and knowledge dissemination in the field. Beyond scholarly publications, his academic service includes manuscript evaluation for reputable peer-reviewed journals, highlighting his credibility as an emerging expert in food technology. His work carries significant societal relevance, emphasizing nutrient-dense and inclusive food solutions, waste-to-wealth strategies, and science-based innovations that support public health nutrition, food security, and resource-efficient food processing. Through continuous research, teaching, and professional outreach, Dr. Dubey contributes to the global mission of developing safer, healthier, and more sustainable food systems. He has 95 citations from 16 documents with an h-index of 7.

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Publications

1. Singh, H., Blennow, A., Gupta, A. D., Kaur, P., Dhillon, B., Sodhi, N. S., & Dubey, P. K. (2022). Pulsed light, pulsed electric field and cold plasma modification of starches: Technological advancements & effects on functional properties. Journal of Food Measurement and Characterization.

2. Dubey, P. K., Shukla, R. N., Srivastava, G., Mishra, A. A., & Pandey, A. (2019). Study on quality parameters and storage stability of mango coated with developed nanocomposite edible film. International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences.

3. Pandey, A., Mishra, A. A., Shukla, R. N., Dubey, P. K., & Vasant, R. K. (2019). Development of the process for whey based pineapple beverage. International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences.

4. Manoharan, S., Dubey, P. K., & Sharma, M. (2024). Recent advances in deep‐fat frying through pretreatments and edible coating to reduce oil absorption. Journal of Food Process Engineering.

5. Dubey, P. K., Kumar, K. S., Rawson, A., Anandakumar, S., Baskaran, N., & Others. (2023). Effect of pulsed electric field on physicochemical properties of rice and black gram fermented batter. Journal of Food Process Engineering.

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.

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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.

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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.