Alper Bodur | Disaster Awareness | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Alper Bodur | Disaster Awareness | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor | Ondokuz Mayıs University | Turkey

Prof. Dr. (Assoc.) Alper Bodur is an accomplished academic and professional in architecture, disaster management, and building sciences. He earned his degree in Architecture from Istanbul Technical University (ITU) in 2003 and later completed multiple advanced degrees, including a Master’s in Disaster and Emergency Management (2008), a Master’s in Urban Systems and Transportation Management (2012), and a PhD in Building Sciences (2017). Furthering his multidisciplinary expertise, he also graduated from programs in Foreign Affairs (2020), Justice (2022), and Disaster and Emergency Management (2024). Professionally, he has served in key municipal roles at Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (2004–2011) and ISKI (2011–2018), holding positions such as control supervisor, chief, and branch manager. Currently, he is an Associate Professor in the Department of Architecture at 19 Mayıs University, where his research focuses on building sciences, fire safety, disaster management, quality management in buildings and environments, and housing satisfaction. He has published multiple works that contribute to these fields, gaining recognition in both academic and professional domains. His academic impact is reflected in 11 citations from 6 publications, with an h-index of 2, underscoring his growing scholarly influence across his areas of research

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Featured Publications

1. Bodur, A. (2018). The need for standard operation procedures for unexpected events. International Journal of Advanced Research (IJAR), 6(1), 37–41.
Cited by: 23

2. Bodur, A. (2018). Sel ve İstanbul: Sel riskine karşı yapılan dere ıslah çalışmaları ile ilgili bir değerlendirme. Resilience, 2(1), 57–68.
Cited by: 14

3. Bodur, A. (2012). Gecekondu dönüşüm projelerinde hane halklarının yeni konut memnuniyeti: Kağıthane örneği [Unpublished master’s thesis]. Bahçeşehir Üniversitesi.
Cited by: 14

4. Bodur, Y. D. Y. A. (2017). Assessing change in quality of life following rehousing from slum settlements to social housing. ITU Journal of the Faculty of Architecture, 14(3), 53–65.
Cited by: 9

5. Bodur, A. (2021). Assessing fire safety in sports halls: An investigation from Samsun. The Eurasia Proceedings of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, 12, 67–74.
Cited by: 6

Noemí Sevilla | Vaccine Research | Excellence in Research Award

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Prof. Dr. Noemí Sevilla | Vaccine Research | Excellence in Research Award 

Professor | Centro de Investigación en Sanidad Animal (CISA)-CSIC | Spain

Prof. Dr. Noemí Sevilla Hidalgo is a distinguished Full Professor and Director at the Centro de Investigación en Sanidad Animal (CISA-INIA, CSIC, Spain), with a prolific career spanning over three decades in virology, immunology, and animal health, focusing on zoonotic and veterinary pathogens. Her research has elucidated viral immune evasion strategies, host-pathogen interactions, and immune responses in both small and large animal models, directly informing vaccine design. After completing her PhD in Molecular Biology at Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, where she received the Doctorate Extraordinary Award, she pursued postdoctoral training at The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI, USA) under a Human Frontiers Fellowship, studying dendritic cell roles in viral immunity and demonstrating dual viral evasion mechanisms. These results were published in high-impact journals and have received over 3,115 citations. Returning to Spain via the Ramon y Cajal program, she established her research group at CISA, focusing on Bluetongue virus (BTV), Peste des Petits Ruminants virus (PPRV), and more recently, SARS-CoV-2 and Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever virus. Her contributions span viral immune evasion, characterization of host immune responses to BTV and PPRV, and the development of recombinant adenoviral vaccine platforms. Sevilla has actively contributed to scientific leadership through conference organization, editorial service, and grant review panels. She has received eight competitive fellowships and authored 70 publications, maintaining an h-index of 30 with 3,115 citations, reflecting her global impact and sustained contributions to virology, immunology, and vaccine research.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID

Featured Publications

1. Louloudes-Lázaro, A., Nogales-Altozano, P., Rojas, J. M., Veloz, J., Carlón, A. B., Van Rijn, P. A., Martín, V., Fernández-Sesma, A., & Sevilla, N. (2025). Double-stranded RNA orbivirus disrupts the DNA-sensing cGAS-sting axis to prevent type I IFN induction. Cellular and Molecular Life Sciences.

2. Herder, V., Caporale, M., MacLean, O. A., Pintus, D., Huang, X., Nomikou, K., Palmalux, N., Nichols, J., Scivoli, R., Boutell, C., … (2024). Correlates of disease severity in bluetongue as a model of acute arbovirus infection. PLoS Pathogens.

3. Ciudad, C. J., Valiuska, S., Rojas, J. M., Nogales-Altozano, P., Aviñó, A., Eritja, R., Chillón, M., Sevilla, N., & Noé, V. (2024). Polypurine reverse hoogsteen hairpins as a therapeutic tool for SARS-CoV-2 infection. Journal of Biological Chemistry. Cited by: 4

4. Herder, V., Caporale, M., MacLean, O. A., Pintus, D., Huang, X., Nomikou, K., Palmalux, N., Nichols, J., Scivoli, R., Boutell, C., … (2024). A machine learning framework to identify the correlates of disease severity in acute arbovirus infection [Preprint]. bioRxiv.Cited by: 4

5. Pinsino, A., & Sevilla, N. (2024). Editorial: Women in comparative immunology. Frontiers in Immunology.Cited by: 5

Toluwani Adekunle | Cervical Cancer Prevention | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Toluwani Adekunle | Cervical Cancer Prevention | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | Calvin University | United States

Dr. Toluwani Elizabeth Adekunle is a dedicated public health scholar and educator whose work bridges health equity, global health, and structural determinants of health with a strong focus on trust, cancer disparities, and the lived experiences of marginalized populations. She holds a Ph.D. in Public Health from the University of Louisville, along with advanced degrees in public health, business administration, and international development. As an Assistant Professor of Public Health at Calvin University, Dr. Adekunle teaches courses in global health, program design, and evaluation while mentoring future leaders in health research and practice. Her ongoing research programs investigate medical mistrust in healthcare, the role of artificial intelligence in care provision, and cervical cancer screening uptake among underserved communities. She has received multiple grants, including funding from the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Foundation and the Calvin Center for Christian Scholarship, underscoring her innovative approaches to addressing structural inequities in health. Dr. Adekunle’s scholarly contributions include national and international conference presentations and publications that illuminate critical issues in cancer prevention, HIV care, and maternal health. Her professional experience extends to humanitarian work with the United Nations, health program management with the African Resource Center, and policy analysis with RAND Corporation, reflecting her commitment to bridging research and practice. Recognized with fellowships, awards, and leadership roles, she exemplifies excellence in scholarship, teaching, and community engagement. Her publications are gaining scholarly impact, with 16 documents indexed in Scopus, 26 citations across 25 documents, and an h-index of 2 (Scopus ID: 57801018500), highlighting her growing influence in global public health research.

Profiles: Scopus | Google Scholar

Featured Publications

1. Fwelo, P., Nwosu, K. O. S., Adekunle, T. E., Afolayan, O., Ahaiwe, O., Ojaruega, A. A., … (2023). Racial/ethnic and socioeconomic differences in breast cancer surgery performed and delayed treatment: Mediating impact on mortality. Breast Cancer Research and Treatment, 199(3), 511–531.
Cited by: 18

2. Adekunle, T. E., Ahmed, M., & Afifi, R. (2021). A qualitative study to understand cervical cancer awareness and prevention among African immigrant women (AIW) in Iowa City, Iowa. International Journal of Women’s Health and Wellness, 7(1).
Cited by: 6

3. Fwelo, P., Afolayan, O., Nwosu, K. O. S., Ojaruega, A. A., Ahaiwe, O., Olateju, O. A., … (2023). Racial and ethnic differences in colon cancer surgery type performed and delayed treatment among people 45 years old and older in the USA between 2007 and 2017: Mediating effects. Surgical Oncology, 50, 101983.
Cited by: 5

4. Fwelo, P., Li, R., Heredia, N. I., Nyachoti, D., Adekunle, T. E., Adekunle, T. B., … (2025). Disparities in thyroid cancer mortality across racial and ethnic groups: Assessing the impact of socioeconomic, clinicopathologic, and treatment variations. Annals of Surgical Oncology, 32(2), 1158–1175.
Cited by: 3

5. Ewing, A. P., Alalwan, M. A., Brown, J. A., Adekunle, T. E., Korley, N. D., Nafiu, T. C., … (2022). Physically fit with a higher cancer risk? Influences of cervical cancer screening among a sample of physically active women ages 21–49 living in the United States. Preventive Medicine Reports, 30, 101978.
Cited by: 3

Nina Haffer | Medical Informatics | Women Researcher Award

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Mrs. Nina Haffer | Medical Informatics | Women Researcher Award

Nina Haffer | Berlin Institute of Health at Charité | Germany

Mrs. Nina Haffer is a highly accomplished strategy consultant, researcher, and thought leader at the intersection of medical informatics, interoperability, and business ecosystems in healthcare. Currently serving as a Strategy Consultant at Dierks+Company GmbH, she specializes in scaling pharma companies through innovative IT and communication strategies, with a strong focus on building sustainable business ecosystems. She also contributes significantly to feminist discourse as the host of Weiberbildung, a science podcast amplifying women’s voices in academia and research. At the national level, she plays a pivotal role in shaping Germany’s digital health infrastructure as the Information Modelling Lead for the Medical Informatics Initiative, where she develops the Core Data Set for Research Data, and as an expert advisor to INTEROP Germany’s Circle of Experts, counseling on the country’s interoperability strategy. Her international contributions include collaborating with Stanford Biodesign as a researcher and lecturer, advancing global perspectives on healthcare innovation, and teaching policy and communication structures at SRH Berlin. During her tenure at Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin, she conducted pioneering research on interoperable IT and communication solutions for healthcare systems. Academically, she is pursuing a PhD in Medical Informatics with a groundbreaking focus on building Germany’s first interoperable psychiatric data set, following her MSc and BSc in Life Science Engineering. Recognized as a Key Opinion Leader in MedTech in Germany, Haffer has also contributed to the scientific community with publications such as Genomics on FHIR – A Feasibility Study to Support a National Strategy for Genomic Medicine.

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Featured Publication

  1. Haffer, N., et al. (2025). Genomics on FHIR – A feasibility study to support a national strategy for genomic medicine. NPJ Genomic Medicine. Advance online publication. Cited by 2

 

Meena Jha | Malaria Research | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Meena Jha | Malaria Research | Best Researcher Award 

Head Technology and Pedagogy Cluster | Central Queensland University | Australia

Dr. Meena Jha is an accomplished academic leader, currently serving as the Head of the Technology and Pedagogy Cluster at the School of Engineering and Technology, College of ICT, Central Queensland University, Australia. With extensive experience in research, teaching, and academic leadership, she has been instrumental in advancing innovation in education, technology, and applied research. As President and Co-founder of Women in Technology (WinTECH) at CQUniversity, she has been a driving force in empowering women in STEM fields through mentorship, advocacy, and collaborative initiatives. Dr. Jha’s research spans cutting-edge areas such as artificial intelligence, cyber-physical resilience, generative AI applications in higher education, online safety, digital health, malaria diagnosis, and academic integrity tools. She has successfully led multiple national and international competitive research projects funded by organizations including the Australian Council of Deans of ICT, the Australia-India Council, and CQUniversity. Her consultancy roles further extend her expertise in accreditation, curriculum design, and academic advisory services across institutions and professional bodies. She has also guided several postgraduate and doctoral candidates, contributing to capacity building in research and innovation. Actively engaged with professional societies such as the Australian Computer Society, Australian Academic Integrity Network, and the Australia-India Women Researchers’ Exchange Program, she continues to shape academic and industry practices. Under her leadership, the Technology and Pedagogy Cluster has advanced impactful projects, policy frameworks, and publications, positioning CQUniversity as a hub of innovation in technology-enhanced learning and applied ICT research. Dr. Jha’s career reflects a strong commitment to excellence, diversity, and transformative education through the integration of technology, pedagogy, and research. Dr. Jha’s career reflects a strong commitment to excellence, diversity, and transformative education through the integration of technology, pedagogy, and research, as reflected in her h-index of 18.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus

Featured Publications

1. Liberty, E., Karnin, Z., Xiang, B., Rouesnel, L., Coskun, B., Nallapati, R., … (2020). Elastic machine learning algorithms in Amazon SageMaker. Proceedings of the 2020 ACM SIGMOD International Conference on Management of Data.
Cited by: 152

2. Meena, R. P., Karnam, V., Tripathi, S. C., Jha, A., Sharma, R. K., & Singh, G. P. (2019). Irrigation management strategies in wheat for efficient water use in the regions of depleting water resources. Agricultural Water Management, 214, 38–46.
Cited by: 73

3. Jagadhesan, B., Sathee, L., Meena, H. S., Jha, S. K., Chinnusamy, V., Kumar, A., … (2020). Genome-wide analysis of NLP transcription factors reveals their role in nitrogen stress tolerance of rice. Scientific Reports, 10(1), 9368.
Cited by: 56

4. Singh, K. V., Gautam, R., Meena, R., Nirala, J. P., Jha, S. K., & Rajamani, P. (2020). Effect of mobile phone radiation on oxidative stress, inflammatory response, and contextual fear memory in Wistar rat. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 27(16), 19340–19351.
Cited by: 54

5. Clarke, K., Saville, N., Bhandari, B., Giri, K., Ghising, M., Jha, M., Jha, S., Magar, J., … (2014). Understanding psychological distress among mothers in rural Nepal: A qualitative grounded theory exploration. BMC Psychiatry, 14(1), 60.
Cited by: 47

Amos Kipkorir Langat | Infectious Disease | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Amos Kipkorir Langat | Infectious Disease | Best Researcher Award 

Senior Research Fellow | Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Techno | Kenya

Dr. Amos Kipkorir Langat, Ph.D., is a highly accomplished statistician, academic, and economist with expertise in Bayesian analysis, machine learning, spatial statistics, and public health modeling. He earned his Ph.D. in Mathematics (Statistics) from the Pan African University Institute for Basic Sciences, Technology and Innovation, his MSc. in Applied Statistics from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT), and his BSc. in Economics and Mathematics from Kabarak University. Currently, he serves as a Lecturer at JKUAT and Senior Economist at the County Government of Bomet, with previous teaching roles at Maasai Mara and Kabarak Universities. His research spans statistical modeling of infectious diseases, HIV risk factors, maternal health, survival and time series analysis, and measurement error models. He has supervised MSc. and Ph.D. students across Africa, authored over 30 peer-reviewed publications, and contributed to journals such as Scientific African, Asian Journal of Probability and Statistics, and Annals of Medicine & Surgery. Dr. Langat has secured prestigious awards including the AU Ph.D. Scholarship and SICSS research funding, and he actively contributes as a reviewer and conference organizer. His technical expertise includes proficiency in R, Python, STATA, SAS, SPSS, WinBUGS/OpenBUGS, and advanced econometric tools. A member of the Royal Statistical Society, ISCB, IBS, and the Kenya National Statistical Society, he also demonstrates a strong commitment to community service through educational leadership roles. Dr. Langat exemplifies a dedicated scholar, mentor, and researcher advancing applied statistics in public health and beyond

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Featured Publications

1. Langat, A., Orwa, G., & Koima, J. (2017). Cancer cases in Kenya; forecasting incidents using Box & Jenkins ARIMA model. Biomedical Statistics and Informatics, 2(2), 37–48. Cited by: 21

2. Benki-Nugent, S. F., Martopullo, I., Laboso, T., Tamasha, N., Wamalwa, D. C., … [and others]. (2019). High plasma soluble CD163 during infancy is a marker for neurocognitive outcomes in early-treated HIV-infected children. JAIDS Journal of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndromes, 81(1), 102–109. Cited by: 14

3. Mutinda, J. K., & Langat, A. K. (2024). Stock price prediction using combined GARCH-AI models. Scientific African, 26, e02374. Cited by: 10

4. Mutinda, J. K., & Langat, A. K. (2024). Modeling the impact of air pollution and meteorological variables on COVID-19 transmission in Western Cape, South Africa. International Journal of Mathematics and Mathematical Sciences, 2024(1), 1591016. Cited by: 5

5. Mutinda, J. K., & Langat, A. K. (2024). Capital asset pricing model: A renewed application on S&P 500 index. Asian Journal of Economics, Business and Accounting, 24(6), 226–239. Cited by: 4

Mathew Vadukoot Lazar | Gastroenterology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Mathew Vadukoot Lazar | Gastroenterology | Best Researcher Award

Professor | Lifecare Hospital Burjeel Holdings | United Arab Emirates

Dr. Mathew Vadukoot Lazar is a highly accomplished gastroenterologist with extensive expertise in gastroenterology and hepatology, currently serving at Lifecare Hospital, Mussafah, Abu Dhabi. He holds an MBBS from Ambedkar Medical College, Bangalore, an MD in Internal Medicine from Kamineni Institute of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad, and a DM in Gastroenterology from Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi, where he also gained valuable academic and clinical experience as Junior Resident and later as Assistant Professor. Over his career, Dr. Lazar has contributed significantly to the advancement of gastroenterology through research, publications, and active participation in international and national conferences. His scholarly works cover a wide spectrum, including non-alcoholic steatohepatitis, liver histology, biliary diseases, rare parasitic infections, and complex case reports, many published in reputed journals such as Cureus, ACG Case Reports Journal, and the Indian Society of Gastroenterology. In addition, he has co-authored a chapter in the Book of Practical Gastroenterology. Dr. Lazar is skilled in performing a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including advanced endoscopic techniques, ERCP, EUS, capsule endoscopy, manometry, PEG placement, and variceal ligation, with hundreds of procedures to his credit. His professional affiliations include memberships in the Indian Society of Gastroenterology, American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, American College of Gastroenterology, and Emirates Gastroenterology and Hepatology Society. Known for his hard work, sincerity, and leadership qualities, he combines clinical excellence with compassion, ensuring high-quality patient care while contributing to academic medicine and research. His multilingual abilities further enhance his patient interactions across diverse populations in India and the UAE

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Featured Publications

1. Lazar, M. V., Eapen, M., Nair, H. R., Siyad, I., & Gopalakrishna, R. (2020). Correlation between insulin resistance and liver histology in patients with nonalcoholic steatohepatitis with and without obesity. Indian Journal of Gastroenterology, 39(1), 42–49.

2. Balakrishnan, V., & Rajesh, G. (2016). Practical gastroenterology. JP Medical Ltd.

3. Vadukoot, M., Gopalakrishna, R., Eapen, M., Nair, H. R., Siyad, I., Sadasiv, S., … (2016). Correlation of insulin resistance with liver histology in obese patients with NASH and in lean NASH. Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hepatology, 6, S31.

4. Lazar, M. V., Zacharia, G. S., Subbian, K., & Thomas, J. (2025). A semantic surprise in colon: Gastrodiscoides hominis. ACG Case Reports Journal, 12(5), e01699.

5. Lazar, M. V., Zacharia, G. S., Ali, M., Subbian, K., Shejal, A., Mohammedkunju, H. N., … (2025). Platyhelminthic cholangiopathy: A case report of biliary fascioliasis. Cureus, 17(2).

Sharmin Musa | Foodborne Diseases | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Sharmin Musa | Foodborne Diseases | Best Researcher Award

Professor | University of Dhaka | Bangladesh

Dr. Sharmin Musa, Professor in the Department of Zoology at the University of Dhaka, is an accomplished academic and researcher specializing in parasitology, zoonotic diseases, and vector-borne infections. She earned her Ph.D. in Animal Biology from the University of Manchester, UK, where her doctoral work focused on parental care in burying beetles, complementing earlier research on post kala-azar dermal leishmaniasis (PKDL) during her MSc at the University of Dhaka. Over the course of her career, she has led and collaborated on numerous research projects addressing pressing public health concerns in Bangladesh, including malaria among Rohingya refugees, intestinal parasitic infections in slum populations, soil-transmitted helminths, and foodborne parasitic risks linked to street vendors and vegetables. Her prolific publication record spans more than 40 peer-reviewed articles in national and international journals, covering both human and animal parasites. She has supervised multiple Ph.D. and MSc theses, contributing significantly to the development of young scientists in Bangladesh. In addition to research, Dr. Musa has delivered invited talks at international conferences, reflecting her recognition as an authority in parasitology and epidemiology. She is an active member of professional bodies such as the Zoological Society of Bangladesh and the Bangladesh Society for Parasitologists, where she has held executive roles. Her academic excellence has been acknowledged with awards, including the Dean’s Award and prestigious fellowships for higher study abroad. Alongside her teaching and research, she has also served in administrative roles, including warden and senate member, demonstrating her leadership within the university community and her enduring commitment to advancing science and public health

Profile: Scopus

Featured Publications

  1. Barua, P., Banik, K.S., Saha, S., & Musa, S. (2024). Risk factors associated with street food consumption in Dhaka city due to faeco-oral parasitic infection in food vendors. Food and Humanity

Lijian Han | Global Health Informatics | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Lijian Han | Global Health Informatics | Best Researcher Award

Research Professor | Chinese Academy of Sciences | China

Dr. Lijian Han is an internationally recognized research professor whose pioneering work has significantly advanced the understanding of urbanization and its environmental health consequences, particularly in the domain of air pollution as a global disease risk. With a Ph.D. from Tottori University and over a decade of professional experience at the Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, he has developed innovative approaches to quantify, model, and interpret the trade-offs between rapid urban development and environmental quality. His research integrates satellite and ground-based data, near-surface dynamics, and long-term national datasets to construct accurate, multi-scale PM2.5 exposure assessments, leading to novel composite air pollution indices that reveal the dominance of compound pollution risks, particularly from PM2.5 and O₃. Academically, he has published 85 journal papers, including more than 30 as first author, with multiple ESI top 1% highly cited articles in leading outlets such as Bulletin of the World Health Organization, IEEE Geoscience and Remote Sensing Magazine, and Earth’s Future. His scientific contributions include developing global-to-local PM2.5 assessment frameworks, quantifying anthropogenic versus meteorological drivers of pollution, identifying the mismatch between urban vegetation purification capacity and peak pollution periods, and establishing policy-relevant PM2.5 thresholds that have been directly adopted by Shenzhen’s Environmental Protection Bureau in its Sustainable Development Blueprint (2020–2035). His work is highly cited, with over 5,000 citations and an H-index of 33, reflecting both academic excellence and global relevance. Beyond academia, Dr. Han’s research has shaped national and international discourse, being highlighted in Science and Technology Daily, Xinhua Digest, and Yale Environment 360, and earning recognition from the U.S. Department of State through diplomatic exchange invitations. By bridging cutting-edge scientific discovery with actionable policy and global health frameworks, his research exemplifies the interdisciplinary, high-impact scholarship celebrated by the Global Diseases Research Awards, making him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

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Featured Publications

1. Han, L., Zhou, W., Li, W., & Li, L. (2014). Impact of urbanization level on urban air quality: A case of fine particles (PM₂.₅) in Chinese cities. Environmental Pollution, 194, 163–170. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.envpol.2014.07.022

2. Qian, Y., Zhou, W., Yan, J., Li, W., & Han, L. (2014). Comparing machine learning classifiers for object-based land cover classification using very high resolution imagery. Remote Sensing, 7(1), 153–168. https://doi.org/10.3390/rs70100153

3. Zhou, W., Qian, Y., Li, X., Li, W., & Han, L. (2014). Relationships between land cover and the surface urban heat island: Seasonal variability and effects of spatial and thematic resolution of land cover data on predicting land surface temperature. Landscape Ecology, 29(1), 153–167. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10980-013-9950-5

4. Zhang, X., Han, L., Wei, H., Tan, X., Zhou, W., Li, W., & Qian, Y. (2022). Linking urbanization and air quality together: A review and a perspective on the future sustainable urban development. Journal of Cleaner Production, 346, 130988. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2022.130988

5. Han, L., Zhou, W., & Li, W. (2015). City as a major source area of fine particulate (PM₂.₅) in China. Environmental Pollution, 206, 183–187. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.envpol.2015.06.002

Livia Spadetto | Climate-Linked Diseases | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Livia Spadetto | Climate-Linked Diseases | Best Researcher Award 

PhD in Toxicology at Universidad de Murcia | Spain

Livia Spadetto is a veterinarian and ecotoxicologist dedicated to wildlife research and conservation. Her academic and professional journey reflects a deep commitment to understanding environmental challenges, particularly the effects of contaminants on birds of prey. She combines a solid veterinary foundation with expertise in biodiversity, environmental management, and ecotoxicological analysis, allowing her to bridge the gap between animal health and ecosystem protection. Her work extends beyond laboratories into the field, where she has conducted surveys, monitored colonies, and participated in conservation projects across Europe and Latin America. With strong skills in technical and scientific writing, spatial analysis, and field monitoring, she contributes to advancing wildlife research and environmental awareness. Her publications highlight her ability to collaborate internationally and address pressing issues related to rodenticide exposure and avian health. Passionate about conservation, she seeks opportunities in environmental consulting, research, and applied projects focused on protecting biodiversity and ecosystems.

Professional Profiles

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Education

Livia Spadetto pursued her academic path with determination, building a strong foundation in veterinary medicine before specializing in wildlife and environmental sciences. She first trained as a veterinarian, acquiring clinical and surgical experience while developing a passion for animal health and welfare. Her further studies focused on biodiversity and environmental management, where she explored the intersection between veterinary medicine and ecological conservation. She specialized in wildlife management and ecotoxicology, deepening her expertise in contaminant exposure in raptors and their role as bioindicators of environmental health. Through advanced academic training, she combined field monitoring, laboratory techniques, and data analysis, refining her ability to address ecological threats with scientific rigor. Her education also included international experiences, which broadened her cultural perspective and enhanced her language skills. This academic background equips her with multidisciplinary knowledge and practical skills, enabling her to contribute meaningfully to environmental research, wildlife conservation, and applied ecological projects.

Experience

Livia Spadetto has gained extensive experience across veterinary practice, wildlife research, and ecological fieldwork. She began her career in clinical settings, where she worked in veterinary hospitals and clinics, managing patient care, performing diagnostics, and assisting in surgeries. Expanding her scope, she engaged in numerous wildlife-related projects, including bird ringing, colony monitoring, and ecological surveys across Europe and South America. Her work has involved hands-on participation in the conservation of raptors, seabirds, and other species, contributing to data collection, biomonitoring, and habitat assessments. As an assistant ecologist, she carried out wildlife surveys on birds, bats, reptiles, and habitats, preparing technical reports for environmental projects. She also interned with research centers, participating in field campaigns and laboratory studies related to avian conservation. Combining veterinary expertise with ecological practice, she has developed strong competencies in both animal care and environmental science, enabling her to contribute to multidisciplinary conservation efforts globally.

Research Focus

Livia Spadetto’s research centers on ecotoxicology, with a primary focus on the effects of anticoagulant rodenticides on birds of prey. Her studies investigate how contaminants accumulate in avian species, how they affect survival and reproduction, and how these species can serve as bioindicators of environmental health. By combining field monitoring of raptors with laboratory analysis, she provides a holistic understanding of toxicological risks in different ecosystems. Her work extends to studying the distribution of pollutants across agricultural landscapes and their consequences on predator populations, highlighting the link between human practices and wildlife health. She also explores conservation strategies to mitigate these risks, promoting sustainable management of ecosystems. Through her research, she contributes to the development of improved assessment methods and risk evaluation tools. Her scientific approach bridges veterinary medicine, ecology, and toxicology, ensuring that her findings support both environmental policy and wildlife conservation initiatives.

Publication Top Notes

Title: Simultaneous determination of multiple antibiotics alerts on the occurrence of pharmaceutical cocktails in three vulture species from central Spain

Authors: Livia Spadetto; Pilar Gómez-Ramírez; Antonio Juan García-Fernández; José Manuel Zamora-Marín; Mario León-Ortega; Sarah Díaz-García; Fernando Tecles-Vicente; José Fenoll; Juana Cava-Artero; José Francisco Calvo et al.

Journal: Science of The Total Environment

Summary:
This study investigated the presence of multiple antibiotics in three vulture species from central Spain, providing evidence of pharmaceutical contamination in scavenger bird populations. Using advanced analytical methods, researchers simultaneously detected several antibiotics in tissue samples, highlighting the existence of “pharmaceutical cocktails” within these raptors. The findings raise concerns about the ecological and health risks of veterinary drug residues entering food webs through livestock carcasses, which are a major food source for vultures. This research underscores the urgent need for stricter monitoring of pharmaceutical pollutants, improved management of livestock waste, and conservation strategies to mitigate potential impacts on threatened vulture populations and broader ecosystems.

Conclusion

Livia Spadetto represents a professional who unites veterinary1 expertise with ecological research, offering a rare and valuable profile for conservation and environmental science. Her career reflects a continuous pursuit of knowledge, from veterinary medicine to advanced ecotoxicological studies, always driven by a passion for wildlife. She has balanced clinical practice with field and laboratory research, gaining a versatile set of skills applicable in diverse contexts. Her publications and collaborations show her ability to contribute meaningfully to scientific advancement while engaging with conservation practitioners. Multilingual and internationally experienced, she brings cultural adaptability and strong communication abilities to her professional roles. Looking ahead, she seeks opportunities to apply her expertise in consulting, conservation projects, or research initiatives that address pressing environmental challenges. Committed to protecting biodiversity, she aims to contribute to sustainable solutions that safeguard ecosystems and wildlife populations for future generations while advancing scientific and practical outcomes.