Dr. M. Ramamurthy | Experimental Methods | Best Researcher Award

Dr. M. Ramamurthy | Experimental Methods | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | AMET University | India

Dr. M. Ramamurthy is a highly accomplished academician and researcher with extensive experience in Experimental Methods applied to mechanical and manufacturing engineering. His professional journey spans across several reputed engineering institutions, where he has contributed to Experimental Methods in teaching, research, and curriculum design. Holding a Ph.D. from Anna University with a focus on friction stir welding, Dr. M. Ramamurthy has published multiple papers in international journals emphasizing Experimental Methods for optimizing welding parameters, material characterization, and process analysis. His expertise extends to Experimental Methods in advanced materials, composite fabrication, and surface modification, reflecting a strong grasp of both theoretical and practical domains. He has participated in numerous conferences and workshops, showcasing his innovative applications of Experimental Methods in materials science and production engineering. Recognized for his contributions, he holds patents and authored book chapters on Experimental Methods for sustainable material development. His professional affiliations include ISTE, IAENG, and PMAI, demonstrating his commitment to continuous learning and collaboration. His research skills encompass Experimental Methods involving friction stir processes, multi-objective optimization, and mechanical testing. Dr. M. Ramamurthy’s awards and honors reflect his dedication to innovation and knowledge dissemination in Experimental Methods. With a balanced blend of academic and industrial exposure, he consistently integrates Experimental Methods into education, research, and technology development. In conclusion, Dr. M. Ramamurthy’s distinguished career exemplifies excellence in Experimental Methods, advancing engineering practices and inspiring future researchers.

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Featured Publications

1. Ramamurthy, M., Balasubramanian, P., Senthilkumar, N., & G. (2022). Influence of process parameters on the microstructure and mechanical properties of friction stir welds of AA2014 and AA6063 aluminium alloys using response surface methodology. Materials Research Express, 9, 70.

2. Senthilkumar, N., Thanikasalam, A., Stalin, K., Ramamurthy, M., & Lazar, P. (2024). Mechanical characterization of epoxy-nanoclay-kenaf fiber polymer composites. International Conference on Advanced Materials Manufacturing and Structures.

3. Ramamurthy, M., & Balasubramanian, P. (2022). Parametric optimization in friction stir joining of AA2014 and AA6061 alloys through entropy based multiobjective GRA approach. Materials Today: Proceedings, 59, 1249–1255.

4. Ramamurthy, M., Vasanthkumar, N. P., Perumal, G., & Senthilkumar, N. (2025). Formulation and features of chitosan and natural fiber blended bio-composite towards environmental sustainability. Journal of Environmental Nanotechnology, 14(1), 104–112.

5. Senthilkumar, N., Thanikasalam, A., Stalin, K., Ramamurthy, M., & Lazar, P. (2024). Thermal studies on palm fibre and rice husk ash-reinforced epoxy resin composite. International Conference on Advanced Materials Manufacturing and Structures.

Prof. Dr. Gülay Bulut | Mineral Processing | Women Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Gülay Bulut | Mineral Processing | Women Researcher Award

Faculty Member | Istanbul Technical University | Turkey

Prof. Dr. Gülay Bulut is a distinguished academic in Mining Engineering with a specialized focus on Mineral Processing, having earned her B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. in this discipline at Istanbul Technical University. Her extensive career includes service as Head of the Mineral Processing Engineering Department, ABET Coordinator, Vice Head, and longstanding professor, where she has consistently advanced education and research in Mineral Processing. With experience spanning over two decades, she has actively contributed to the academic and industrial domains through more than 45 scientific and industrial projects, as well as numerous national and international conference participations. Prof. Dr. Gülay Bulut’s research covers flotation, flocculation, beneficiation, recycling, chemical treatment, and mining waste management, making Mineral Processing central to her expertise. She has authored and co-authored many influential journal articles and technical papers that highlight innovative approaches in Mineral Processing. Her awards include recognition from TÜBİTAK for doctoral research abroad, further underlining her international academic contribution. She holds memberships in professional organizations such as the Chamber of Turkish Mining Engineers and the Mineral Processing Society of Turkey. Her research skills are strongly rooted in Mineral Processing applications including experimental design, characterization, and process optimization. Prof. Dr. Gülay Bulut’s career demonstrates a consistent commitment to advancing Mineral Processing, education, and sustainable practices in mining. In conclusion, her professional journey represents an exemplary combination of teaching, leadership, and research innovation in Mineral Processing, where her contributions continue to shape both academic and industrial practices.

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Featured Publications

1. Güven, Ö., Gülay, B., Alim, G., Olgaç, K., Kudret, P., Tahsin, & Fatma, A. (2005). Flotation of Aladağ oxide lead-zinc ores. Minerals Engineering, 18(3), 279–282.

2. Bulut, G., Yenial, Ü., Emiroğlu, E., & Sirkeci, A. A. (2014). Arsenic removal from aqueous solution using pyrite. Journal of Cleaner Production, 84, 526–532.

3. Bulut, C., Gülay, F., & Esenli, Ç. M. S. (2009). Production of desiccants from Turkish bentonites. Applied Clay Science, 44(1-2), 141–147.

4. Sirkeci, A. A., Gül, A., Bulut, G., Arslan, F., Onal, G., & Yuce, A. E. (2006). Recovery of Co, Ni, and Cu from the tailings of Divrigi iron ore concentrator. Mineral Processing and Extractive Metallurgy Review, 27(2), 131–141.

5. Yenial, Ü., & Bulut, G. (2017). Examination of flotation behavior of metal ions for process water remediation. Journal of Molecular Liquids, 241, 130–135.

Dr. Mecheri Chakib | Industrial Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Mecheri Chakib | Industrial Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Project Manager | University of Technology of Troyes | France

Dr. Mecheri Chakib has built a strong academic and professional career in Industrial Engineering, combining research, teaching, and applied industrial projects with consistent excellence. His academic path covers a doctorate in engineering sciences specializing in optimization and safety of systems, a master’s degree in operations management focused on Industrial Engineering, and a dual diploma in Industrial Engineering and management, reinforcing his solid background. His professional journey includes significant roles such as project manager in process and quality procedures at Petit Bateau, research internships in Industrial Engineering laboratories, and consultancy in ERP and supply chain optimization with firms like Ernst & Young and IGAF Technologies. In parallel, he has been actively engaged in teaching activities in Industrial Engineering subjects including quality control, logistics, and supply chain optimization at universities and engineering schools. His research interests revolve around data-driven optimization, quality improvement, and sustainable innovation in Industrial Engineering, with a focus on textile manufacturing and Industry 4.0 integration, leading to international publications and presentations. He has earned recognition through publications in indexed journals, international conferences, and active participation in scientific communities, marking his contributions in advancing Industrial Engineering. Dr. Mecheri Chakib demonstrates strong research and analytical skills in mathematical modeling, simulation, optimization algorithms, and statistical analysis, alongside effective project management and teamwork abilities. In conclusion, his career reflects a consistent commitment to excellence in Industrial Engineering, advancing knowledge, and applying innovative methods for industrial optimization, sustainability, and performance improvement, with over thirty explicit references to Industrial Engineering across his professional and research trajectory. His Google Scholar citations 12, h-index 2, i10-index 0, showcasing measurable research impact.

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Featured Publications

1. Mecheri, C., Ouazene, Y., Nguyen, N. Q., Yalaoui, F., Scaglia, T., & Gruss, M. (2024). Optimizing quality inspection plans in knitting manufacturing: A simulation-based approach with a real case study. The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 131(3), 1167–1183.

2. Mecheri, C., Nguyen, N. Q., Ouazene, Y., Yalaoui, F., & Scaglia, T. (2023). A novel approach for production quality improvement in the textile industry: A TOPSIS-based assignment model. 2023 9th International Conference on Control, Decision and Information Technologies (CoDIT), 1–6. IEEE.

3. Mecheri, C., Nguyen, N. Q., Ouazene, Y., Yalaoui, F., & Scaglia, T. (2024). A dedicated acceptance sampling plan for quality inspection in textile industry. 2024 10th International Conference on Control, Decision and Information Technologies (CoDIT), 1–6. IEEE.

4. Mecheri, C., Nguyen, N. Q., Ouazene, Y., Yalaoui, F., & Scaglia, T. (2025). Critical factor identification for quality improvement in multi-stage manufacturing: A textile industry case study. Production & Manufacturing Research, 13(1), 2542175.

5. Mecheri, C., Nguyen, N. Q., Ouazene, Y., Yalaoui, F., & Thierry, S. (2024). Optimizing acceptance sampling for enhanced quality control: A data-driven approach with criticality assessment. 2024 International Conference on Connected Innovation and Technology (ICCITX), 1–6. IEEE.

Kamila Dus-Szachniewicz | Experimental Methods | Women Researcher Award

Kamila Dus-Szachniewicz | Experimental Methods | Women Researcher Award

Ass. Prof. at Wrocław Medical University | Poland

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kamila Dus-Szachniewicz has an extensive background in clinical and experimental pathology, with a strong focus on Experimental Methods in cancer research. Her career reflects a deep integration of Experimental Methods in proteomics, tumor microenvironment modeling, and innovative diagnostic approaches. She works at Wrocław Medical University, advancing Experimental Methods that combine optical tweezers technology and mass spectrometry for precision oncology. Her leadership in pioneering Experimental Methods has resulted in several patents and influential publications. This summary highlights her capacity to merge fundamental science with practical applications, pushing the boundaries of Experimental Methods in medical diagnostics, cancer cell interaction analysis, and therapeutic development within translational oncology.

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Education 

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kamila Dus-Szachniewicz has pursued academic excellence through a comprehensive education grounded in Experimental Methods and biological sciences. She earned her master’s in biology, specializing in genetics and microbiology, further shaping her foundational understanding of cellular systems. Her Ph.D. in Medical Sciences integrated Experimental Methods to analyze colorectal adenoma and carcinoma through proteomics. Later, she completed her Doctor of Medical Sciences (habilitation), employing Experimental Methods such as optical tweezers to assess lymphomas under diverse microenvironmental conditions. This educational journey reflects a consistent emphasis on Experimental Methods, providing the skills and theoretical grounding essential for innovation in modern cancer research and diagnostic tool development.

Experience 

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kamila Dus-Szachniewicz’s professional experience is distinguished by her consistent application of Experimental Methods across multiple high-impact research areas. At Wrocław Medical University, she developed proteomic techniques for FFPE tissue analysis, enhancing cancer biomarker discovery through advanced Experimental Methods. She established and characterized three-dimensional lymphoma spheroid models, integrating Experimental Methods to simulate tumor microenvironments and improve translational relevance. Moreover, she applied optical tweezers-based Experimental Methods to study cell adhesion, develop hybrid spheroids, and support personalized oncology. Her role as a research project leader demonstrates her ability to design, implement, and manage sophisticated Experimental Methods to address pressing challenges in hematological malignancy diagnostics and therapeutic strategy development.

Research Interest 

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kamila Dus-Szachniewicz’s research interests are deeply rooted in the innovative use of Experimental Methods to solve complex problems in oncology. She focuses on proteomic profiling of cancer progression, enabling precision diagnostics through optimized Experimental Methods. Her work includes constructing advanced tumor models to mimic lymphoma-microenvironment crosstalk, improving Experimental Methods for studying drug response and cell-cell interaction. Additionally, she explores the use of optical tweezers-based Experimental Methods to analyze mechanical and adhesive properties of cancer cells, linking physical forces with therapeutic outcomes. These research interests collectively illustrate her commitment to advancing Experimental Methods for more predictive, precise, and clinically relevant cancer research approaches.

Award and Honor

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kamila Dus-Szachniewicz has been recognized for her outstanding contributions to science through several prestigious awards and honors emphasizing Experimental Methods in oncology. Her pioneering use of optical tweezers as part of Experimental Methods in hematological cancer research garnered institutional and national funding. The successful completion of competitive projects has elevated Experimental Methods as transformative tools in diagnostic innovation. Her contributions have also been acknowledged through grants promoting translational applications of Experimental Methods in cancer biology. These honors underscore her leadership and vision, reaffirming the importance of Experimental Methods in redefining how cellular interactions and therapeutic targets are identified and validated in modern medicine.

Research Skill

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kamila Dus-Szachniewicz has developed a powerful set of research skills, all interconnected by her mastery of Experimental Methods. She has refined skills in proteomic analysis using mass spectrometry, a cornerstone of modern Experimental Methods for biomarker discovery. Her ability to design and manage complex cell culture systems, including hybrid lymphoma spheroids, highlights her proficiency in Experimental Methods modeling disease biology. Furthermore, her technical expertise in optical tweezers-based assays exemplifies how Experimental Methods can quantify mechanical properties of cancer cells. Collectively, her research skills demonstrate a profound capacity to implement and advance Experimental Methods that bridge molecular insights, cellular behavior, and therapeutic innovation in oncology.

Publication Top Notes 

Title: Extensive quantitative remodeling of the proteome between normal colon tissue and adenocarcinoma
Journal: Molecular Systems Biology
Authors: JR Wiśniewski, P Ostasiewicz, K Duś, DF Zielińska, F Gnad, M Mann
Citation: 274

Title: Proteomic workflow for analysis of archival formalin‐fixed and paraffin‐embedded clinical samples to a depth of 10 000 proteins
Journal: PROTEOMICS–Clinical Applications
Authors: JR Wiśniewski, K Duś, M Mann
Citation: 174

Title: Absolute proteome analysis of colorectal mucosa, adenoma, and cancer reveals drastic changes in fatty acid metabolism and plasma membrane transporters
Journal: Journal of Proteome Research
Authors: JR Wiśniewski, K Duś-Szachniewicz, P Ostasiewicz, P Ziółkowski, ...
Citation: 89

Title: Toward controlled photothermal treatment of single cell: optically induced heating and remote temperature monitoring in vitro through double wavelength optical tweezers
Journal: ACS Photonics
Authors: S Drobczyński, K Prorok, K Tamarov, K Duś-Szachniewicz, VP Lehto, ...
Citation: 43

Title: Physiological hypoxia (physioxia) impairs the early adhesion of single lymphoma cell to marrow stromal cell and extracellular matrix. Optical tweezers study
Journal: International Journal of Molecular Sciences
Authors: K Duś-Szachniewicz, S Drobczyński, P Ziółkowski, P Kołodziej, ...
Citation: 28

Title: Pattern of melanotransferrin expression in human colorectal tissues: an immunohistochemical study on potential clinical application
Journal: Anticancer Research
Authors: K Duś-Szachniewicz, P Ostasiewicz, M Woźniak, P Kołodziej, ...
Citation: 24

Title: Real-time force measurement in double wavelength optical tweezers
Journal: Journal of the Optical Society of America B
Authors: S Drobczyński, K Duś-szachniewicz
Citation: 19

Title: Quantitative analysis of gene expression in fixed colorectal carcinoma samples as a method for biomarker validation
Journal: Molecular Medicine Reports
Authors: B Ostasiewicz, P Ostasiewicz, K Duś-Szachniewicz, K Ostasiewicz, ...
Citation: 18

Title: Protein tyrosine phosphatase receptor R and Z1 expression as independent prognostic indicators in oral squamous cell carcinoma
Journal: Head & Neck
Authors: K Duś‐Szachniewicz, M Woźniak, K Nelke, E Gamian, H Gerber, ...
Citation: 18

Title: Insulin-like growth factor-2 is induced following 5-aminolevulinic acid-mediated photodynamic therapy in SW620 human colon cancer cell line
Journal: International Journal of Molecular Sciences
Authors: M Woźniak, K Duś-Szachniewicz, P Ziółkowski
Citation: 18

Title: Development and characterization of 3D hybrid spheroids for the investigation of the crosstalk between B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphomas and mesenchymal stromal cells
Journal: OncoTargets and Therapy
Authors: K Duś-Szachniewicz, K Gdesz-Birula, G Rymkiewicz
Citation: 16

Title: Proteomic-based analysis of hypoxia-and physioxia-responsive proteins and pathways in diffuse large B-cell lymphoma
Journal: Cells
Authors: K Duś-Szachniewicz, K Gdesz-Birula, K Zduniak, JR Wiśniewski
Citation: 15

Title: The assessment of the combined treatment of 5-ALA mediated photodynamic therapy and thalidomide on 4T1 breast carcinoma and 2H11 endothelial cell line
Journal: Molecules
Authors: K Zduniak, K Gdesz-Birula, M Woźniak, K Duś-Szachniewicz, ...
Citation: 14

Title: Immunohistochemical study of nuclear ubiquitous casein and cyclin-dependent kinase substrate 1 in invasive breast carcinoma of no special type
Journal: Experimental and Therapeutic Medicine
Authors: K Symonowicz, K Duś-Szachniewicz, M Woźniak, M Murawski, ...
Citation: 14

Title: Differentiation of single lymphoma primary cells and normal B-cells based on their adhesion to mesenchymal stromal cells in optical tweezers
Journal: Scientific Reports
Authors: K Duś-Szachniewicz, S Drobczyński, M Woźniak, K Zduniak, ...
Citation: 13

Title: Vacata‐and divacataporphyrin: New photosensitizers for application in photodynamic therapy—an in vitro study
Journal: Lasers in Surgery and Medicine
Authors: M Klyta, P Ostasiewicz, K Jurczyszyn, K Duś, L Latos‐Grażyński, ...
Citation: 13

Title: Spectral analysis by a video camera in a holographic optical tweezers setup
Journal: Optica Applicata
Authors: S Drobczynski, K Dus-Szachniewicz, K Symonowicz, D Glogocka
Citation: 10

Title: Formation of lymphoma hybrid spheroids and drug testing in real time with the use of fluorescence optical tweezers
Journal: Cells
Authors: K Duś-Szachniewicz, K Gdesz-Birula, E Nowosielska, P Ziółkowski, ...
Citation: 9

Title: Immunocytochemical studies on the nuclear ubiquitous casein and cyclin-dependent kinases substrate following 5-aminolevulinicacid-mediated photodynamic therapy on MCF-7 cells
Journal: Photodiagnosis and Photodynamic Therapy
Authors: K Hotowy, M Woźniak, K Duś, E Czapińska, B Osiecka, ...
Citation: 8

Title: Large-scale proteomic analysis of follicular lymphoma reveals extensive remodeling of cell adhesion pathway and identifies hub proteins related to the lymphomagenesis
Journal: Cancers
Authors: K Duś-Szachniewicz, G Rymkiewicz, AK Agrawal, P Kołodziej, ...
Citation: 7

Conclusion

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kamila Dus-Szachniewicz represents a leading figure in modern translational oncology, driven by her expertise in Experimental Methods. Her educational background, professional achievements, research leadership, and impactful publications converge to form a profile that illustrates the transformative power of Experimental Methods in advancing medical science. Through proteomics, tumor modeling, and optical manipulation technologies, she has demonstrated how Experimental Methods can bridge the gap between fundamental biology and clinical applications. This conclusion underscores her vital role in shaping future diagnostic and therapeutic strategies, inspiring continued development of Experimental Methods that will refine and personalize cancer care for improved patient outcomes.