Riasat Ali | Particle physics and cosmology | Editorial Board Member | 3098

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Editorial Board Member

Riasat Ali
Riasat Ali
Affiliation Shanghai University
Country China
Scopus ID 57212863194
Documents 76
Citations 1,159
h-index 20
Subject Area Particle Physics and Cosmology
Event Global Particle Physics Excellence Awards
ORCID Connected via Scopus

Riasat Ali is a researcher affiliated with Shanghai University, China, whose academic work focuses on particle physics, cosmology, black hole physics, gravitation, and related theoretical investigations. His research profile demonstrates continuous scholarly engagement in contemporary astrophysical and gravitational studies, particularly in modified gravity models, plasma effects on black hole shadows, and quantum gravity-inspired thermodynamics.[1]

Abstract

This article presents an overview of the academic profile and scholarly contributions of Riasat Ali in the fields of particle physics and cosmology. His research portfolio includes investigations into black hole thermodynamics, plasma-induced gravitational lensing, Hawking radiation, and modified gravity theories. Through publications in recognized international journals, his work contributes to ongoing discussions in theoretical astrophysics and gravitational physics.[1][2]

Keywords

Particle physics, cosmology, black hole physics, Horndeski gravity, Hawking radiation, plasma physics, gravitational lensing, modified gravity, astrophysics, quantum gravity.

Introduction

Theoretical particle physics and cosmology continue to provide important frameworks for understanding gravitational phenomena, spacetime geometry, and high-energy astrophysical systems. Researchers working in these areas frequently examine black hole behavior, quantum corrections, and observational signatures associated with relativistic environments. Riasat Ali has contributed to these themes through studies involving black hole shadows, photon deflection, and thermodynamic properties within alternative gravity frameworks.[2]

Research Profile

According to Scopus author records, Riasat Ali has authored or co-authored 76 indexed documents and accumulated more than 1,159 citations with an h-index of 20. His publications primarily focus on gravitational physics, black hole thermodynamics, plasma effects in astrophysical systems, and modified theories of gravity.[1]

His recent works examine topics such as charged hairy black holes in Horndeski gravity, photon deflection in dispersive media, and generalized uncertainty principle corrections in black hole systems. These investigations contribute to the broader understanding of relativistic astrophysical environments and quantum-inspired gravitational models.[2]

Research Contributions

  • Investigated unstable equilibrium and chaos-bound violations in charged hairy black holes within Horndeski gravity frameworks.
  • Studied photon deflection and black hole shadow formation under the influence of plasma and dispersive media.
  • Explored Hawking temperature corrections and thermodynamic properties associated with generalized uncertainty principles.
  • Published research associated with modified gravity theories including Rastall gravity and f(Q,BQ) gravity models.

Publications

  1. “Unstable equilibrium and chaos-bound violation for a charged hairy black hole in Horndeski gravity,” New Astronomy, 2026.
  2. “Deflection of photon and shadow cast for black hole spacetime under the impact of a dispersive medium,” Indian Journal of Physics, 2026.
  3. “Greybody Factor and Hawking Temperature of ModMax-AdS Black Holes Surrounded by Perfect Fluid Dark Matter,” Fortschritte Der Physik, 2025.
  4. “Exploring plasma and dark matter on photon deflection by Reissner–Nordström black hole with scalar hair and its shadow,” Annals of Physics, 2025.

Research Impact

The research contributions of Riasat Ali demonstrate interdisciplinary engagement between cosmology, astrophysics, and gravitational theory. His publication metrics and citation record indicate continued academic visibility within theoretical physics communities. The integration of plasma physics, dark matter models, and quantum corrections into black hole studies reflects current directions in modern gravitational research.[1]

Award Suitability

Riasat Ali’s research profile aligns with the objectives of the Global Particle Physics Excellence Awards, particularly in the recognition of emerging contributions to theoretical particle physics and cosmology. His sustained publication activity, citation impact, and involvement in advanced gravitational studies support his suitability for editorial and scholarly recognition within the international academic community.

Conclusion

Riasat Ali has established a notable academic presence in the domains of particle physics and cosmology through research on black hole dynamics, modified gravity, and relativistic astrophysics. His scholarly activities, publication output, and citation performance indicate active participation in contemporary theoretical physics research and continued contribution to advancing cosmological understanding.

References

  1. Elsevier. (2026). Scopus author details: Riasat Ali, Author ID 57212863194. Scopus.
    http://scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57212863194
  2. Ali, R. H. (2026). Unstable equilibrium and chaos-bound violation for a charged hairy black hole in Horndeski gravity. New Astronomy.
    10.1016/j.newast.2026.102564
  3. Ali, R. H. (2025). Exploring plasma and dark matter on photon deflection by Reissner–Nordström black hole with scalar hair and its shadow. Annals of Physics.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aop.2025.170201
  4. Google Scholar. (2026). Riasat Ali citation profile.
    https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=Stp2lpMAAAAJ&hl=en

Gregory Vereshchagin | Cosmology and Physics | Research Excellence Award

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Research Excellence Award

Gregory Vereshchagin — ICRANet
Gregory Vereshchagin
Affiliation ICRANet
Country Italy
Scopus ID 8686090800
Documents 104
Citations 1,628
h-index 19
Subject Area Cosmology and Physics
Event Global Particle Physics Excellence Awards

The Research Excellence Award recognizes the sustained scholarly contributions of Gregory Vereshchagin in the fields of cosmology, gravitation, and theoretical physics. Affiliated with ICRANet, Vereshchagin has contributed to the advancement of contemporary astrophysical and cosmological research through publications, collaborative investigations, and theoretical modeling relevant to particle physics and early-universe studies.[1] His work has addressed important themes involving relativistic cosmology, inflationary models, dark energy, and quantum aspects of the universe.[2]

Abstract

Gregory Vereshchagin has developed a research portfolio centered on cosmological physics, gravitational theory, and particle cosmology. His scholarly work explores theoretical frameworks associated with the evolution of the universe, relativistic astrophysics, and inflationary cosmology. The academic record associated with his Scopus profile indicates broad engagement with interdisciplinary studies connecting gravitation, cosmology, and high-energy theoretical physics.[1] The Research Excellence Award acknowledges these scientific contributions and their relevance to the ongoing development of cosmological research methodologies and theoretical interpretation.[3]

Keywords

Cosmology, Particle Physics, Relativistic Astrophysics, Inflationary Models, Gravitation Theory, Early Universe Physics, Quantum Cosmology, High-Energy Physics, Dark Energy, Theoretical Physics

Introduction

The study of cosmology and particle physics has increasingly relied on interdisciplinary theoretical approaches capable of integrating astrophysical observations with advanced mathematical frameworks. Researchers contributing to this field often address questions concerning the origin, structure, and evolution of the universe. Gregory Vereshchagin has participated in this scientific discourse through investigations connected to cosmological dynamics and relativistic models.[2]

His research activity has been associated with ICRANet, an institution internationally recognized for work in relativistic astrophysics and cosmology. Through collaborative publications and theoretical analyses, Vereshchagin has contributed to scientific discussions regarding inflationary cosmology, quantum gravity considerations, and cosmological perturbation theory.[4]

Research Profile

The Scopus profile associated with Gregory Vereshchagin identifies a sustained publication record comprising more than one hundred indexed documents and a citation count exceeding one thousand references from the scientific community.[1] His h-index reflects continued scholarly engagement and measurable research visibility within the domains of cosmology and theoretical physics.

Research themes appearing across his publication history include:

  • Inflationary and cyclic cosmological models
  • Relativistic astrophysics and gravitation
  • Quantum cosmological frameworks
  • Dark energy and vacuum dynamics
  • Mathematical approaches to particle cosmology

Research Contributions

Gregory Vereshchagin has contributed to theoretical analyses investigating the relationship between cosmological evolution and particle interactions. Several studies have examined inflationary mechanisms capable of explaining large-scale structure formation and cosmic microwave background phenomena.[5]

Additional work has focused on mathematical models describing the dynamics of the early universe under relativistic conditions. Such investigations are significant within particle physics because they support theoretical interpretations related to matter distribution, cosmological singularities, and quantum gravitational effects.

His publications have also addressed interdisciplinary themes involving astrophysics, gravitation theory, and cosmological perturbations. These contributions support broader efforts to refine predictive cosmological models and improve theoretical consistency within modern astrophysics.

Publications

Selected publication themes and representative scholarly outputs include:

  • Research on inflationary cosmology and early-universe models associated with particle physics.[5]
  • Studies addressing relativistic cosmology and quantum gravitational frameworks.
  • Collaborative publications involving cosmological perturbations and theoretical astrophysics.
  • Scientific discussions concerning dark energy and cosmological expansion theories.

Research Impact

The citation record connected with Gregory Vereshchagin’s publications demonstrates continued engagement from researchers working in cosmology, astrophysics, and particle physics. His contributions are referenced in studies related to inflationary cosmology, relativistic dynamics, and quantum gravity theories.[1]

The international visibility of his work is further reflected through collaborative institutional associations and indexing within global scientific databases. Such metrics indicate sustained scholarly relevance and contribution to theoretical scientific inquiry.[3]

Award Suitability

The Global Particle Physics Excellence Awards recognize researchers whose scientific activities contribute meaningfully to the advancement of theoretical and experimental particle physics. Gregory Vereshchagin’s academic record demonstrates alignment with these objectives through sustained research productivity, citation impact, and theoretical contributions to cosmological physics.

His work within cosmology and high-energy theoretical physics supports ongoing efforts to understand the physical principles governing the universe. The breadth of his scholarly engagement and the interdisciplinary relevance of his publications support his recognition within the context of international scientific awards.[2]

Conclusion

Gregory Vereshchagin has established a notable academic presence within the fields of cosmology and theoretical physics through publications, collaborative research, and contributions to cosmological theory. His affiliation with ICRANet and his documented scientific output reflect sustained engagement with important questions concerning the origin and evolution of the universe.[1] The Research Excellence Award acknowledges these contributions and their continuing relevance to global scientific research in particle physics and cosmology.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Gregory Vereshchagin, Author ID 8686090800. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=8686090800
  2. ORCID. (n.d.). ORCID profile of Gregory Vereshchagin.
    https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1623-3576
  3. Vereshchagin, G. (2003). Pair luminosity and cooling of newborn strange star: Unpaired quarks.
    https://www.researchgate.net/publication/399514216_Pair_luminosity_and_cooling_of_newborn_strange_star_Unpaired_quarks
  4. Vereshchagin, G., et al. (2002). Role of the neutral X-fermion in describing the dark matter of the universe.
    https://link.springer.com/article/10.1140/epjc/s10052-025-14404-6
  5. Physicist Particle. (n.d.). Global Particle Physics Excellence Awards.

    Global Particle Physics Excellence Awards


Settimo Mariangela | Astrophysics | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Settimo Mariangela | Astrophysics | Best Researcher Award

Senior researcher at Centre national de la recherche scientifique, France

Mariangela Settimo is an accomplished Italian physicist whose research spans subatomic physics, dark matter, cosmic rays, and neutrino science. With a Ph.D. from the University of Salento and an HDR from the Université de Nantes, she has advanced through prestigious positions across Italy, Germany, and France. As a CNRS researcher at SUBATECH, she leads international projects including DAMIC-M and JUNO, coordinating efforts in dark matter detection and neutrino astrophysics. 📡 She has authored over 140 publications, delivered numerous plenary talks, and played a pivotal role in large collaborations like Pierre Auger. 💡 Her leadership extends to grant acquisition, academic juries, and mentoring future physicists. 🎓 A decorated scientist, she received national awards and international fellowships, and is active in outreach to promote science among youth and girls. 🧒🌌 With sharp scientific insight and international impact, Mariangela continues to influence the frontier of experimental physics. 🌍🧪

Professional Profile 

🎓 Education 📚

Mariangela Settimo’s academic journey began with outstanding achievements in physics at the University of Lecce, where she earned both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees with the highest honors — 110/110 e lode. 🏅 Her passion for subatomic phenomena led her to a Ph.D. in Physics at the University of Salento and INFN, Italy, which she completed in 2010 with an “excellent” distinction. 📖 She later earned the prestigious Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches (HDR) from Université de Nantes in 2021, solidifying her credentials to lead advanced research. 🧑‍🔬 Her strong academic foundation, coupled with postdoctoral training in Germany and France, laid the groundwork for a high-impact scientific career. Her qualifications also include recognition in both France and Italy for university-level professorial roles, showcasing her international academic stature. 🧑‍🏫🎓 Her educational path blends rigor, recognition, and a dedication to scientific exploration. 🔬✨

💼 Professional Experience 🏛️

Dr. Settimo currently holds the position of Chargée de recherche CNRS (CR1) at SUBATECH in Nantes since 2016, where she actively leads national and international scientific efforts. 🧪 Her previous roles include postdoctoral fellowships at the University of Siegen (Germany) and the Institut Lagrange de Paris, where she contributed to frontier research in astroparticle physics and detector development. 🛰️ Across her professional roles, she has managed large-scale experiments such as DAMIC-M (dark matter search), JUNO (neutrino detection), and contributed significantly to Pierre Auger (cosmic rays). 🌌 Her leadership spans technical system coordination, data acquisition, electronics validation, and collaborative governance. 💡 As a scientific advisor, reviewer, and mentor, she continues to shape the future of particle physics. Her role also includes active contributions to CNRS networks like GDR DI2I and DUPhy, further underlining her influence in national research policy and collaboration. 🔗🔭

🔬 Research Interests 🌌

Mariangela’s core research interests revolve around the elusive constituents of the universe: dark matter, neutrinos, and ultra-high energy cosmic rays. 🕳️ Her expertise spans from designing sensitive CCD-based detectors for low-energy dark matter interactions (DAMIC/DAMIC-M) to coordinating supernova neutrino physics (JUNO). 🚀 She has worked extensively on multi-messenger astrophysics, rare event detection, and large photomultiplier systems. Her physics insight is balanced with robust computational knowledge, overseeing national computing resources for major experiments. 💻⚛️ Her role in hardware and software design, DAQ systems, and data analysis in high-energy physics is pivotal. Mariangela’s multidisciplinary efforts blend engineering, programming, and physics theory, enabling her to contribute meaningfully to multi-national scientific collaborations. 🧬 She is also deeply engaged in advancing the technology behind experimental detection — pushing the frontier of instrumentation for rare event physics. 🔭⚙️ Her work lies at the crossroads of innovation and fundamental discovery. 🌠

🏅 Awards and Honors 🏆

Dr. Settimo’s career is adorned with distinguished awards and prestigious grants reflecting her international excellence. 🌍 She won the Bruno Rossi National Prize in 2011 for the best Ph.D. thesis in Astroparticle and Neutrino Physics in Italy — a mark of national scientific distinction. 🎖️ Her contributions earned her international fellowships, including from the Betty and Gordon Moore Foundation (USA) and ILP (France). She has led several major PI-level projects, such as CNRS-University of Chicago collaborations and the France-China FCPPN project (2025), securing competitive funding. 💰 She is a sought-after reviewer for international journals, a jury member for Ph.D. theses, and a member of research evaluation panels for institutions like the Italian Ministry of Research. 📋 As co-director of national GDR research groups and elected to governance roles, she’s not just a brilliant physicist but also a respected leader in European scientific circles.👩‍🔬

📚 Publications Top Note 

1. Search for very-short-baseline oscillations of reactor antineutrinos with the SoLid detector

  • Authors: Not listed

  • Year: 2025

  • Source: Physical Review D

  • Summary:
    This study explores very-short-baseline neutrino oscillations using the SoLid detector placed near a nuclear reactor. The experiment is likely designed to test anomalies in reactor antineutrino flux, investigating possible sterile neutrinos.

2. Prediction of energy resolution in the JUNO experiment

  • Authors: Not listed

  • Year: 2025

  • Citations: 2

  • Source: Chinese Physics C

  • Summary:
    The paper predicts the energy resolution performance of the Jiangmen Underground Neutrino Observatory (JUNO). The analysis likely involves simulations or analytical models of light yield, photomultiplier performance, and system noise.

3. JUNO sensitivity to invisible decay modes of neutrons

  • Authors: Not listed

  • Year: 2025

  • Citations: 1

  • Source: European Physical Journal C

  • Summary:
    This article evaluates JUNO’s ability to detect or constrain hypothetical invisible decay channels of neutrons, which may hint at physics beyond the Standard Model, such as baryon number violation or dark sector interactions.

4. Ultra-High-Energy Photons: New Horizons Ahead? (Editorial, Open Access)

  • Author: Not listed

  • Year: 2025

  • Source: Not listed

  • Summary:
    An editorial likely discussing the prospects, challenges, and experimental approaches for detecting ultra-high-energy photons, which could provide insight into cosmic rays and extreme astrophysical phenomena.

5. The design and technology development of the JUNO central detector

  • Authors: Not listed

  • Year: 2024

  • Source: European Physical Journal Plus

  • Summary:
    This technical article details the design and technological innovations in constructing JUNO’s central detector, including photomultiplier arrays, scintillator formulation, mechanical supports, and calibration systems.

6. The DAMIC-M Low Background Chamber

  • Authors: Not listed

  • Year: 2024

  • Citations: 1

  • Source: Journal of Instrumentation

  • Summary:
    Focuses on the development and performance of a low-background chamber for the DAMIC-M dark matter experiment, aiming to minimize environmental radiation and improve sensitivity to low-mass dark matter particles.

7. The DAMIC-M experiment: scientific results from prototype detector and development status (Conference Paper)

  • Authors: Not listed

  • Year: Not specified

  • Citations: 0

  • Source: Not listed

  • Summary:
    Presents preliminary results and technical progress from the DAMIC-M prototype, a CCD-based experiment for detecting dark matter. Likely covers background suppression, signal detection, and calibration.

8. Model-independent Approach of the JUNO 8B Solar Neutrino Program

  • Authors: Not listed

  • Year: 2024

  • Citations: 5

  • Source: Astrophysical Journal

  • Summary:
    Proposes a model-independent methodology for analyzing JUNO’s solar neutrino data, especially from ⁸B decay. This can help reduce theoretical uncertainties and extract robust oscillation parameters.

9. The DAMIC-M experiment: status and first results (Conference Paper)

  • Authors: Not listed

  • Year: Not specified

  • Citations: 1

  • Source: Not listed

  • Summary:
    An update on the current state and initial findings from the DAMIC-M experiment, emphasizing early data from CCD detectors and the readiness of future runs.

10. Confirmation of the spectral excess in DAMIC at SNOLAB with skipper CCDs (Open Access)

  • Authors: Not listed

  • Year: 2024

  • Citations: 4

  • Source: Physical Review D

  • Summary:
    Confirms previous observations of a low-energy excess in the DAMIC experiment, using Skipper CCDs at SNOLAB. This could point to unidentified background sources or potential dark matter interactions.

✅ Conclusion 🔚

Mariangela Settimo emerges as a powerful force in the landscape of experimental physics, known for her scientific rigor, leadership, and international collaborations. 🌐 Her interdisciplinary skills—from detector technology to particle astrophysics—are matched by her commitment to mentoring, outreach, and institutional development. 🌟 She seamlessly integrates academic excellence, technical innovation, and societal contribution through initiatives like promoting women in science and primary school engagement. 👩‍🚀📣 With 140+ papers, a host of honors, and leadership in major physics experiments, her career is a stellar example of 21st-century scientific endeavor. 🌌 As both an innovator and educator, Mariangela continues to break barriers in understanding the universe’s most profound mysteries. 🧭 Her journey inspires both the current scientific community and the next generation of researchers, affirming her as a deserving candidate for prestigious research awards and international recognition. 🏆🔬

Nayantara Gupta | Astrophysics | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Nayantara Gupta | Astrophysics | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Raman Research Institute, India.

Dr. Reetanjali Moharana is an Associate Professor at IIT Jodhpur, specializing in Astronomy and Astrophysics 🌌. Her research focuses on astroparticle physics, high-energy cosmic rays, gamma rays, and neutrinos. She earned her Ph.D. from IIT Bombay in 2014 🎓 and has published 44 research articles, accumulating 199 citations with an h-index of 8 📊. Before her current role, she served as an Assistant Professor at IIT Jodhpur (2019-2023). Dr. Moharana is an active researcher contributing to multi-messenger astrophysics, expanding our understanding of the high-energy universe 🚀.

Professional Profile:

Scopus

Suitability for Best Researcher Award – Dr. Reetanjali Moharana

Dr. Reetanjali Moharana is a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to her impactful contributions to astroparticle physics and multi-messenger astrophysics. As an Associate Professor at IIT Jodhpur, she has made significant strides in high-energy cosmic ray, gamma-ray, and neutrino research. With 44 publications, 199 citations, and an h-index of 8, her research has advanced our understanding of the most energetic processes in the universe, making her a key figure in her field.

📚 Education & Experience

  • 🎓 Ph.D. in Physics, IIT Bombay, 2014
  • 🎓 Master’s & Bachelor’s in Physics, (Institution details unavailable)
  • 🏫 Associate Professor, IIT Jodhpur (2023-Present)
  • 🏫 Assistant Professor, IIT Jodhpur (2019-2023)

📈 Professional Development

Dr. Moharana is actively involved in advancing multi-messenger astrophysics, bridging observational data with theoretical insights ✨. She has participated in national and international conferences, collaborating with astrophysicists worldwide 🌍. Her research contributions have enhanced our understanding of cosmic ray origins, gamma-ray bursts, and neutrino astrophysics 💡. She mentors students and researchers, fostering academic growth at IIT Jodhpur 🏫. Her expertise extends to cutting-edge computational techniques used for analyzing high-energy cosmic phenomena, making significant contributions to astrophysical modeling and simulation 🖥️.

🌠 Research Focus

Dr. Moharana’s research revolves around astroparticle physics, particularly high-energy cosmic rays, gamma rays, and neutrinos 🌌. She investigates their sources, interactions, and propagation through space to understand the universe’s most energetic processes ⚡. Her work contributes to identifying astrophysical accelerators, such as supernova remnants and active galactic nuclei 🔭. She also explores multi-messenger signals, combining data from different cosmic messengers (photons, neutrinos, and cosmic rays) to solve key astrophysical mysteries 🔬. Her research aids in understanding fundamental physics beyond the Standard Model, including dark matter and exotic particle interactions 🛸.

🏆 Awards & Honors

  • 🏅 Recognized Researcher with 199 citations and an h-index of 8
  • 🎖️ Key Contributor to Multi-Messenger Astrophysics Research
  • 🏆 Invited Speaker at Various National & International Conferences
  • 📜 Published 44 Research Articles in Reputed Journals

Publication Top Notes

📄 Unraveling the Nature of HAWC J1844-034 with Fermi-LAT Data Analysis and Multiwavelength Modeling – Astrophysical Journal 📅 2025 🔍

📄 Multiple Emission Regions in Jets of the Low-Luminosity Active Galactic Nucleus in NGC 4278 – Astrophysical Journal 📅 2024 🔍 Cited by: 1

📄 Unraveling the Emission Mechanism of the HBL Source Mrk 180 with Multi-Wavelength Data – Conference Paper 📅 [No source info] 🔍

📄 Emission from the Jets of Low-Luminosity Active Galactic Nuclei – Conference Paper 📅 [No source info] 🔍 Cited by: 1

📄 HESS J1809-193: Gamma-Ray Emission by Cosmic Rays from a Past Explosion – Astrophysical Journal 📅 2024 🔍 Cited by: 3

📄 Dissecting the Broad-Band Emission from γ-Ray Blazar PKS 0735+178 in Search of Neutrinos – Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society 📅 2024 🔍 Cited by: 5

📄 X-Ray Flares in the Long-Term Light Curve of Low-Luminosity Active Galactic Nucleus M81 – Astrophysical Journal 📅 2023 🔍 Cited by: 3

📄 Exploring the Emission Mechanisms of Mrk 180 with Long-Term X-Ray and γ-Ray Data – Astrophysical Journal 📅 2023 🔍 Cited by: 1