Ishita Bansal | Marketing | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Ishita Bansal | Marketing | Best Researcher Award

Chimanbhai Patel Institute of Management and Research, Sardar Vallabhbhai Global University, Ahmedabad | India

Dr. Ishita Garg is an emerging academic and researcher in the field of commerce and management, specializing in customer experience, e-commerce, and online marketing. She holds a Ph.D. in Commerce from the Central University of Punjab, where her doctoral research explored customer brand relationships and customer citizenship behaviour in mobile shopping applications. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at the MBA Department of Chimanbhai Patel Institute of Management and Research, Sardar Vallabhbhai Global University, she teaches Marketing Management, Research Methodology, and Research Ethics. Her research portfolio includes publications in reputed Scopus and ABDC-listed journals such as the Journal of Strategic Marketing, Indian Journal of Marketing, and Services Marketing Quarterly. She has presented papers at various national and international conferences and contributed several book chapters with renowned publishers like Taylor & Francis. With 8 citations, an h-index of 2, and an i10-index of 0, her work demonstrates growing scholarly influence. Dr. Garg has received accolades such as the Best Paper Award and multiple university ranks, reflecting her academic excellence. Her research continues to contribute meaningfully to understanding digital consumer behaviour, advancing marketing insights, and fostering innovation in online commerce.

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Featured Publications

Bansal, I., & Thakur, A. (2024). Navigating on mobile shopping applications: Examining the interplay among online customer experience, customer brand relationships and customer citizenship behavior. Services Marketing Quarterly, 45(3), 1–39.

Bansal, I., & Thakur, A. (2025). Broken promises and empty carts: The reality of online shopping. Journal of Systems and Information Technology, Advance online publication.

Thakur, A., Bansal, I., & Singla, K. (2025). Interplay among perceived advertisement impact, environmental values, and solar product purchase intention. Indian Journal of Marketing, 55(4), 52–68.

Thakur, A., & Bansal, I. (2024). Does self-expression really matter? Investigating gender perspective in global luxury fashion purchase. Management Insight, 20(1), 5–13.

Bansal, I., & Thakur, A. (2024). Interplay between online customer experience and customer citizenship behaviour towards mobile shopping applications. Journal of Strategic Marketing, 1–16.

Uppula Ramya | Composite Materials | Women Researcher Award

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Mrs. Uppula Ramya | Composite Materials | Women Researcher Award

SR University | India

Dr. U. Ramya is a research scholar in Mechanical Engineering at SR University, Warangal, specializing in advanced composite materials. She holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (Composite Materials) from SR University, an M.Tech in Design Engineering from Kakatiya Institute of Technology & Science, and a B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from SR Engineering College. With substantial experience as an Assistant Professor at Jayamukhi Institute of Technological Sciences, she has taught courses in Machine Design, Strength of Materials, Engineering Drawing, and CAD/FEA Analysis while guiding undergraduate projects on composite materials and finite element simulations. Her research focuses on polymer and elastomer composites, including Carbon Fiber Reinforced Liquid Silicone Rubber (CF-LSR), CF-PEEK, nano-reinforced LSR, ceramifiable fillers, high-temperature and dielectric applications, and mechanical and thermal characterization using techniques such as TGA, FTIR, XRD, and DMA. She also applies molecular dynamics simulations to study polymer–filler interactions. Dr. Ramya has published multiple peer-reviewed articles, holds patents on corrosion-resistant and AI-driven polymer composites, and has a Google Scholar citation count of 2 with an h-index of 1. Recognized for her innovation in composite materials, she was nominated for the Best Researcher Award in 2025. Her work contributes to industrial and electrical applications by advancing high-performance, multifunctional composite materials.

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Featured Publications

Ramya, U., Sammaiah, P., Subbarao, M., Mahesh, V., & Satheesh Kumar, K. (2025). Advancements in carbon fiber reinforced liquid silicone rubber: A scientometric study. Journal of The Institution of Engineers (India): Series C, 106(1), 495–504.

Ramya, U., Sammaiah, P., & Kumar, K. S. (2025). Scientometric analysis of CF-PEEK composites: Research trends and emerging opportunities. Next Research, 2(3), 100513.

Renu Chaudhary | Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Renu Chaudhary | Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

CSIR-Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology (IGIB), New Delhi | India

Dr. Renu Chaudhary is a dedicated microbiologist and molecular biologist with extensive expertise in genomics, genome editing (CRISPR/Cas9), and antifungal research. Her work spans transcriptomics, structural biology, phenotypic analysis, and the study of stress response mechanisms in pathogenic fungi and Mycobacterium tuberculosis. She has contributed significantly to isolating and characterizing antimicrobial bacteria from plant rhizospheres, developing novel antifungal compounds, and exploring molecular targets for antifungal and antibacterial therapeutics. Dr. Chaudhary has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, with a total of 156 citations, an h-index of 6, and an i10-index of 4, reflecting her research impact and scholarly recognition. She has been involved in leading and collaborating on several funded projects, including fellowships from national science agencies, focusing on fungal diagnostics, drug resistance mechanisms, and metal homeostasis in microbes. Her research interests include antifungal resistance, microbial genomics, protein therapeutics, and biotechnological applications of fungi. Recognized for excellence in presentations and publications, she has received awards for best poster and paper contributions at national and international conferences. Dr. Chaudhary combines deep scientific knowledge with analytical rigor, driving translational research aimed at innovative solutions for infectious disease management and microbial therapeutics.

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Featured Publications

Chaudhary, R., Singh, B., Kumar, M., Gakhar, S. K., Saini, A. K., Parmar, V. S., … [et al.]. (2015). Role of single nucleotide polymorphisms in pharmacogenomics and their association with human diseases. Drug Metabolism Reviews, 47(3), 281–290.

Balhara, M., Chaudhary, R., Ruhil, S., Singh, B., Dahiya, N., Parmar, V. S., … [et al.]. (2016). Siderophores; iron scavengers: The novel & promising targets for pathogen specific antifungal therapy. Expert Opinion on Therapeutic Targets, 20(12), 1477–1489.

Ahlawat, S., Chaudhary, R., Dangi, M., Bala, K., Singh, M., Chhillar, A. K. (2020). Advances in tuberculous meningitis diagnosis. Expert Review of Molecular Diagnostics, 20(12), 1229–1241.

Chaudhary, R., Balhara, M., Jangir, D. K., Dangi, M., Dangi, M., Chhillar, A. K. (2019). In silico protein interaction network analysis of virulence proteins associated with invasive aspergillosis for drug discovery. Current Topics in Medicinal Chemistry, 19(2), 146–155.

Khatri, S., Kumar, M., Phougat, N., Chaudhary, R., Chhillar, A. K. (2016). Perspectives on phytochemicals as antibacterial agents: An outstanding contribution to modern therapeutics. Mini Reviews in Medicinal Chemistry, 16(4), 290–308.

Abhishek Halder | Finance | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Abhishek Halder | Finance | Best Researcher Award

Indian Institute of Management Raipur | India

Abhishek Halder is a researcher and academic specializing in finance, accounting, and corporate bankruptcy risk. He holds a Ph.D. in Management (Finance and Accounting), a Post-Graduate Diploma in Management (Banking and Financial Services), and a B.Tech in Civil Engineering. He has served as a Guest Assistant Professor in management, Academic Associate in communications, and Assistant Manager in service delivery assurance, contributing to curriculum development, teaching, evaluation, and governance risk reporting. His research interests focus on bankruptcy risk prediction, financial flexibility, corporate green revenues, energy uncertainty, and the effects of corruption and geopolitical factors on firm performance. He has published in journals including Energy Economics, International Review of Economics & Finance, and Applied Economics, and has contributed to book chapters and international conference proceedings. His work has received recognition for research excellence. Currently, his scholarly contributions include 17 citations, an h-index of 2, and an i10-index of 0. Proficient in Stata, R, Python, SPSS, E-Views, Jamovi, and LaTeX, he continues to advance research in corporate finance, financial risk assessment, and sustainable business practices while actively participating in academic workshops and conference organization.

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Featured Publications

Halder, A., & Kannadhasan, M. (2024). Exploring the ingredients, mixtures, and inclinations of geopolitical risk. International Review of Economics & Finance, 90, 187–206.

Halder, A., & Kannadhasan, M. (2022). Knowledge structures, progression and emergent areas of corporate bankruptcy: A bibliometric and topic modelling analyses. Progression and Emergent Areas of Corporate Bankruptcy: A Bibliometric and Topic Modelling Analyses.

Manickam, T., Halder, A., & Kannadhasan, M. (2022). Unfolding the ingredients, compounds and tendencies of geopolitical risk. Compounds and Tendencies of Geopolitical Risk.

Halder, A. (2021). Value creation through mergers and acquisitions in selected Indian companies in 21st century.

Halder, A. (2019). Risk assessment and quantification of Wealthsurance Equity Growth Fund of IDBI Federal Life Insurance. International Journal of Management, 10(4), 44–67.

Major Singh Goraya | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Major Singh Goraya | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

Sant Longowal Institute of Engineering and Technology | India

Dr. Major Singh Goraya is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Sant Longowal Institute of Engineering and Technology (SLIET), Longowal. He holds a Ph.D. from Punjabi University, complemented by strong academic foundations in computer engineering. His primary research areas include cloud computing, resource management, green computing, fault tolerance, and load balancing. With 27 Scopus-indexed publications, 460 citations across 399 documents, and an h-index of 10, Dr. Goraya has made consistent scholarly contributions to high-performance and sustainable computing. His studies have explored dynamic resource allocation, energy-efficient scheduling frameworks, and deep learning-based optimization techniques. He has supervised several Ph.D. and M.Tech. research scholars and continues to guide emerging researchers in cloud resource efficiency and intelligent computation. His international exposure through conferences in the UK, Canada, and Malaysia reflects his active engagement in global research forums. In addition, he has successfully organized numerous academic workshops, conferences, and training programs. Dr. Goraya’s innovative contributions strengthen the integration of artificial intelligence and cloud technology, promoting scalable and eco-efficient computational solutions that advance modern computer engineering research.

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Featured Publications

Goyal, N., Singh, T., & Goraya, M. S. (2025). Deep convolutional neural networks vs. vision transformers for video-based human activity recognition. In Proceedings of Lecture Notes in Computer Science (pp. xx–xx). Springer.

Singh, J., & Goraya, M. S. (2023). An autonomous multi-agent framework using quality of service to prevent service level agreement violations in cloud environment. International Journal of Advanced Computer Science and Applications, 14(3).

Goyal, N., Goraya, M. S., & Singh, T. (2023). An axiomatic analysis for object detection and recognition using deep learning. In Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies (pp. xx–xx). Springer.

Thakur, A., & Goraya, M. S. (2022). A workload and machine categorization-based resource allocation framework for load balancing and balanced resource utilization in the cloud. International Journal of Grid and High Performance Computing, 14(2).

Hasan, M., Goraya, M. S., & Garg, T. (2022). E-FFTF: An extended framework for flexible fault tolerance in cloud. In Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems (pp. xx–xx). Springer.

Prashant Amale | Neuropharmacology | Young Researcher Award

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Dr. Prashant Amale | Neuropharmacology | Young Researcher Award

Priyadarshini J L College of Pharmacy, Nagpur | India

Dr. Prashant N. Amale is an accomplished academician and researcher in the field of Pharmacology with expertise in preclinical pharmacology, pharmacovigilance, and clinical research. He holds an M.Pharm and a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences and serves as an Assistant Professor at Priyadarshini J. L. College of Pharmacy, Nagpur. With over nine years of teaching and one year of industry experience, he has made significant contributions to pharmaceutical education and research. His research interests include neuropharmacology, drug toxicity, clinical research, and phytochemical-based therapeutics. Dr. Amale has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and a book chapter in the domain of neurodegenerative disorders. His work has been cited 43 times with an h-index of 3 and i10-index of 1, reflecting his growing influence in the scientific community. He has successfully mentored students in GPAT and competitive examinations, coordinated certificate courses in clinical research, and contributed to preclinical toxicity studies under OECD guidelines. A recipient of multiple academic and professional awards, including recognition from NAAC and Cognizant, he actively participates as an editor and reviewer in reputed journals. Dr. Amale continues to advance pharmaceutical education and research through innovative teaching, mentorship, and interdisciplinary collaborations.

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Featured Publications

Amale, P. N., Deshpande, S. A., Nakhate, Y. D., & Arsod, N. A. (2018). Pharmacovigilance process in India: An overview. Journal of Pharmacovigilance, 6(2), 259.

Amale, P. N., & Deshpande, S. A. (2017). Plumbagin as a multi-target drug in treatment of cancer: A review. International Journal of Comprehensive and Advanced Pharmacology, 2(1), 30–37.

Amale, P. N., Deshpande, S. A., & Bora, V. R. (2023). Central and peripheral analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect of plumbagin and resveratrol: A preclinical study. Research Journal of Pharmacy and Technology, 16(9), 4406–4414.

Deshpande, S. A., Amale, P. N., Deshmukh, M., & Budrani, A. (2021). Resveratrol: A pleiotropic phytoconstituent. International Journal of Research in Pharmaceutical Sciences, 12(2), 1–7.

Gupta, M. C., Chaudhry, D., & Khanna, J. (2021). Prize Presentations: Achari Prize. Indian Journal of Pharmacology, 53(Suppl 1), S192–S387.

Ashu Khanna | Finance | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ashu Khanna | Finance | Best Researcher Award

Indian Institute of Technology , Roorkee | India

Dr. Ashu Khanna is an accomplished Associate Professor in the Department of Management Studies at the Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee, with extensive experience in teaching, research, and academic leadership. He holds a PhD in Management and an MBA in Finance, with a strong foundation in financial management, corporate finance, foreign exchange risk management, and financial statement analysis. Over his academic career, he has supervised numerous PhD theses and contributed significantly to high-quality research, with a total of 37 publications in reputed journals indexed in ABDC, SCI-Q1/Q2, and Scopus, earning him an h-index reflecting impactful scholarship and thousands of citations. His research spans sustainable investments, corporate governance, earnings management, financial performance, behavioural finance, and market efficiency, combining empirical and theoretical approaches. He has successfully led and collaborated on multiple sponsored projects, demonstrating expertise in applied research with social and corporate relevance. Dr. Khanna has presented his research at several national and international conferences and has received recognition for his scholarly contributions. His academic influence is further reflected in editorial responsibilities, peer-reviewing, and active participation in institutional development. Dr. Khanna’s work exemplifies a blend of rigorous research, quality teaching, and societal impact, establishing him as a leading scholar in finance and management studies.

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Featured Publications

Ritika, & Khanna, A. (2025). Impact of behavioral factors on the investor’s intention in peer-to-peer lending. Journal of Advances in Management Research.

Verma, S., & Khanna, A. (2025). From self-perception to investment decisions: The impact of core self-evaluation and social values on sustainable investments. Managerial Finance.

Manisha| Business | Pioneer Researcher Award

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Dr. Manisha | Business | Pioneer Researcher Award

Symbiosis International University | India

Dr. Manisha is a dedicated researcher and educator specializing in Marketing Management, Digital Marketing, Consumer Behavior, and Tourism Marketing. Her research primarily explores travel podcasts as contemporary digital tourism tools, examining how storytelling, user-generated content, and media psychology influence consumer behavior and behavioral intentions. She employs a combination of quantitative and qualitative methods, statistical modeling, and mixed-method research to provide actionable insights for innovative marketing strategies. Dr. Manisha has published in reputed journals, contributed to international conferences, and actively engages in research projects related to regenerative tourism, digital experiential marketing, and brand management. Her academic background includes a Ph.D. in Marketing Management, an MBA in Travel and Tourism, and a B.Tech in Electronics and Communication. She has held positions as Assistant Professor and Vocational Trainer and has coordinated academic and research initiatives, including conference sessions and inter-college events. Recognized for her academic and leadership achievements, she has received awards and distinction during her studies. With an h-index of 1, total citations of 1, and an i10-index of 0, Dr. Manisha continues to expand her research contributions, combining innovative approaches and technological advancements in tourism marketing to influence scholarly and practical domains.

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Featured Publications

Manisha, M., & Datta, B. (2025). Travel podcast listening: Antecedents and segmentation. Tourism Management Perspectives, 55, 101333.

Manisha, M., & Datta, B. (2024). Travel podcasts: A regenerative tourism marketing tool. In Proceedings of the Australian & New Zealand Marketing Academy (ANZMAC) (pp. 758–761).

Manisha, M. (2024). Innovative frontiers: Exploring factors influencing travel podcast consumption in the Web 4.0 era. European Conference on Innovation and Entrepreneurship, 19(1), 917–927.

Prasanth Kumar Enaganti | Engineering | Young Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Prasanth Kumar Enaganti | Engineering | Young Researcher Award

Manipal Institute of Technology | India

Dr. Enaganti Prasanth Kumar is an accomplished researcher and academician in the fields of solar photovoltaics, renewable energy, nanoelectronics, and materials science engineering. He is currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT), MAHE, Manipal. His research focuses on the characterization of solar cells, underwater photovoltaics, printed electronics, and nanomaterial-based supercapacitors. With significant contributions to projects funded by DRDO, the U.S. Department of Energy, and KAUST, Dr. Kumar has demonstrated exceptional expertise in advanced solar energy technologies, photonic curing processes, and laser-assisted material fabrication. He has published numerous high-impact research papers in leading journals such as Progress in Photovoltaics, Energy, Solar Energy, and IEEE Sensors Journal. His Google Scholar profile reports over 540 citations, an h-index of 14, and an i10-index of 18, reflecting his growing research influence. He holds a Ph.D. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from BITS Pilani, along with M.Tech and B.E. degrees in renewable and electrical engineering, respectively. Dr. Kumar has received recognition for excellence in research and continues to contribute to interdisciplinary advancements in sustainable and smart energy systems.

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Featured Publications

Enaganti, P. K., Bhattacharjee, A., Ghosh, A., Chanchangi, Y. N., Chakraborty, C., & Goel, S. (2022). Experimental investigations for dust build-up on low-iron glass exterior and its effects on the performance of solar PV systems. Energy, 239, 122213.

Kulkarni, M. B., Enaganti, P. K., Amreen, K., & Goel, S. (2020). Internet of Things enabled portable thermal management system with microfluidic platform to synthesize MnO₂ nanoparticles for electrochemical sensing. Nanotechnology, 31(42), 425504.

Enaganti, P. K., Dwivedi, P. K., Srivastava, A. K., & Goel, S. (2020). Study of solar irradiance and performance analysis of submerged monocrystalline and polycrystalline solar cells. Progress in Photovoltaics: Research and Applications, 28(7), 725–735.

Rewatkar, P., Enaganti, P. K., Rishi, M., Mukhopadhyay, S. C., & Goel, S. (2021). Single-step inkjet-printed paper-origami arrayed air-breathing microfluidic microbial fuel cell and its validation. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 46(71), 35408–35419.

Enaganti, P. K., Dwivedi, P. K., Sudha, R., Srivastava, A. K., & Goel, S. (2019). Underwater characterization and monitoring of amorphous and monocrystalline solar cells in diverse water settings. IEEE Sensors Journal, 20(5), 2730–2737. https://doi.org/10.1109/JSEN.2019.2952428.