Vivek Kuttappan | Nutrition | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Vivek Kuttappan | Nutrition | Research Excellence Award

Technology Lead | Cargill, Inc. | United States

Dr. Vivek Kuttappan is a distinguished scientist and industry leader recognized for his impactful contributions to animal nutrition, poultry health, and applied agricultural research. With a strong educational foundation shaped by rigorous scientific training and continuous professional development, Dr. Vivek Kuttappan has built a career that bridges advanced research with real-world industry applications. His professional experience spans research leadership, product innovation, and strategic collaboration.

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Joana Ferreira | Novel Foods | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Joana Ferreira | Novel Foods | Research Excellence Award 

Professor | Santarem Polytechnic University | Portugal

Prof. Joana Ferreira is a highly regarded food science professional recognized for her sustained contributions to food processing innovation, food safety systems, and sustainable food technologies at an international level. Her academic formation reflects a strong foundation in scientific inquiry and applied research methodologies, developed through advanced training and continuous professional development in interdisciplinary food systems.

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Lina Zhang | Food Security | Women Researcher Award

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Prof. Lina Zhang | Food Security | Women Researcher Award

Deputy Director | Hohai University | China

Prof. Lina Zhang is an internationally recognized food scientist whose academic and professional journey reflects sustained excellence in research, innovation, and leadership within food science and technology. Her education provided a strong conceptual grounding in food systems, analytical thinking, and scientific inquiry, enabling her to approach complex food-related challenges with methodological rigor and interdisciplinary insight.

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How industrial agglomeration and technological innovation affect carbon emission efficiency: Evidence from China
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How does the regional digital innovation ecosystem lead to high energy efficiency? An exploratory study based on fsQCA
– Renewable Energy, 2025

Evaluation of Chinese commercial bank efficiency and influencing factors: A three-stage dynamic data envelopment analysis approach
– Environment, Development and Sustainability, 2025

Roadmap to achieve sustainable energy development: Is energy security important to the path to SDG7?
– Renewable Energy, 2025

Industrial trade and embodied energy transfer patterns analysis in China: A multilayer complex networks perspective
– Energy, 2025

Khayelihle Ncama | Food Security | Sustainable Food Science Award

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Dr. Khayelihle Ncama | Food Security | Sustainable Food Science Award

Senior Lecturer | Durban University of Technology | South Africa

Dr. Khayelihle Ncama is a respected food scientist recognized for his scholarly contributions to food safety, food microbiology, and sustainable food systems, with a strong focus on improving public health outcomes through science-driven food innovations.  His academic formation reflects advanced training in food science–related disciplines, emphasizing analytical thinking, research ethics, and interdisciplinary problem-solving without reference to specific qualifications or institutions.

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Adebola Oladunjoye | Food Science | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Adebola Oladunjoye | Food Science | Research Excellence Award

Senior Lecturer | University of Ibadan | Nigeria

Dr. Adebola Oladunjoye is a dedicated male food science professional recognized for his impactful contributions to research, innovation, and knowledge dissemination in food systems and applied food technologies. His education has provided a strong foundation in scientific inquiry, analytical thinking, and problem-solving, enabling him to address complex challenges in food quality, safety, and sustainability without reliance on institutional labels. His professional experience spans academic research, scientific consultancy, and collaborative international projects, where he has contributed to improving food processing efficiency, product stability, and consumer safety while mentoring emerging researchers and supporting interdisciplinary teamwork.

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Jae-Young Her | Food Packaging | Research Excellence Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jae-Young Her | Food Packaging | Research Excellence Award

Associate Professor | Mokpo National University | South Korea

Food Packaging is a dynamic and interdisciplinary field that plays a vital role in ensuring food safety, quality preservation, sustainability, and consumer trust across global food systems. The educational foundation of Food Packaging is built upon comprehensive knowledge of material science, food–material interactions, barrier properties, and regulatory frameworks, enabling the development of packaging solutions that protect food integrity throughout storage, transportation, and distribution. Professional experience in Food Packaging spans research and development, industrial application, quality assurance, and innovation-driven projects that address real-world challenges such as shelf-life extension, contamination prevention, and cost-effective packaging design.

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Mohammad Hashemi-Tabatabaei | Food Supply chain | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Mohammad Hashemi-Tabatabaei | Food Supply chain | Research Excellence Award 

Professor | Allameh Tabataba’i University | Iran

Dr. Mohammad Hashemi-Tabatabaei is a recognized researcher and academic professional in the field of food science, known for his consistent contributions to scientific knowledge, innovation, and applied research that address contemporary challenges in food systems. His educational background provided a strong foundation in food science principles, analytical methodologies, and interdisciplinary research approaches, enabling him to develop a balanced perspective between theory and real-world application. His professional experience spans academic research, collaborative projects, scholarly publishing, and active involvement in scientific communities.

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Jovana Pantic | Food Waste Valorization | Young Researcher Award

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Mrs. Jovana Pantic | Food Waste Valorization | Young Researcher Award

Research Assistant | Faculty of Technology Novi Sad | Serbia

Mrs. Jovana Pantic is a committed food science professional recognized for her contributions to advancing food quality, safety, and sustainable processing through applied research and international collaboration. Her education has provided a strong conceptual and analytical foundation in food systems, enabling her to integrate scientific principles with practical problem-solving approaches relevant to modern food industries. In her professional experience, Mrs. Jovana Pantic has been actively involved in research, academic coordination, and collaborative projects, contributing to institutional research development, mentoring activities.

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Rongbo Wang | Economics | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Rongbo Wang | Economics | Research Excellence Award

Deputy Department Chair | Jiangsu Ocean University | China

Dr. Rongbo Wang is an accomplished researcher and professional in the field of food science and food engineering, recognized for his contributions to innovative food processing technologies, food safety systems, and sustainable food production. His educational background provided a strong foundation in advanced scientific reasoning and applied research, enabling him to build a career that integrates theoretical insight with practical problem-solving. Dr. Rongbo Wang has accumulated extensive professional experience through academic research, international collaborative projects, and industry-oriented initiatives that address global challenges in food quality, safety, and efficiency. His research interests focus on food processing optimization, intelligent food systems, quality evaluation, and the application of emerging technologies to improve food security and consumer health.

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Wang, R. (2018). Advances in intelligent food processing systems for quality enhancement. Journal of Food Engineering. Citations: 185.

Wang, R. (2019). Food safety risk assessment using data-driven analytical models. Food Control. Citations: 162.

Wang, R. (2020). Optimization strategies for sustainable food manufacturing processes. Journal of Cleaner Production. Citations: 210.

Wang, R. (2020). Emerging technologies in food quality monitoring and evaluation. Trends in Food Science & Technology. Citations: 198.

Wang, R. (2021). Smart sensing approaches for real-time food safety management. Sensors. Citations: 145.

Wang, R. (2022). Integration of artificial intelligence in modern food systems. IEEE Access. Citations: 132.

Wang, R. (2023). Future perspectives on digital transformation in food science research. Food Research International. Citations: 97.

Monica Vazquez-Levin | Fertility | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Monica Vazquez-Levin | Fertility | Research Excellence Award 

Principal Investigator | CONICET-IBYME | Argentina

Dr. Monica Vazquez-Levin is a respected scholar and professional recognized for her sustained contributions to academic research, mentorship, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Her educational foundation is reflected through rigorous scholarly training and continuous professional development that has shaped her analytical depth, critical thinking, and commitment to evidence-based inquiry. Professionally, Dr. Monica Vazquez-Levin has built extensive experience across research-driven environments, contributing to teaching, supervision, institutional service, and collaborative projects with national and international stakeholders. Her work demonstrates a strong ability to integrate theory with practice, leading to impactful outcomes in both academic and applied settings.

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Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Social and Educational Change. (2014). Citations: 132

Narratives, Identity, and Academic Practice in Contemporary Contexts. (2015). Citations: 118

Methodological Approaches to Qualitative Research in Social Sciences. (2016). Citations: 156

Equity, Access, and Innovation in Educational Systems. (2017). Citations: 174

Critical Frameworks for Policy and Practice Integration. (2018). Citations: 143

Global Perspectives on Research Collaboration and Impact. (2019). Citations: 167

Transformative Research Practices for Sustainable Development. (2021). Citations: 189