Partha Majumder | Human Genetics | Lifetime achievement Award

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Prof. Partha Majumder | Human Genetics | Lifetime achievement Award

John C. Martin Center for Liver Research & Innovations/Indian Statistical Institute | India

Prof. Partha Majumder is a globally respected leader in human genetics, celebrated for shaping modern population genomics and advancing the scientific understanding of human diversity, disease risk, and evolutionary patterns. With an outstanding research record supported by 16,578+ citations, an h-index of 58, and 214+ indexed publications, his scholarly influence spans population-based genomic variation, statistical genetics, precision medicine, and computational modeling. He has authored foundational studies that transformed views on genetic structure across South Asian populations, and his contributions have been widely recognized through major scientific honors and memberships in premier academies. Prof. Majumder’s academic journey includes rigorous training in statistics and genetics, leading to prestigious appointments across India and internationally, where he has guided institutions, established key genomic research programs, and mentored several generations of scientists. His research interests center on human evolutionary genetics, disease genomics, biomedical statistics, and ethical frameworks for genomic data use. His experience encompasses leadership roles in national genome initiatives, advisory committees, and collaborative global consortia. Deeply committed to science-driven societal impact, Prof. Majumder continues to inspire through his relentless pursuit of knowledge, impactful discoveries, and enduring contributions to the growth and integrity of human genetics research.

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Featured Publications

Regev, A., Teichmann, S. A., Lander, E. S., Amit, I., Benoist, C., Birney, E., … Human Cell Atlas. (2017).
The human cell atlas. eLife, 6, e27041. https://doi.org/10.7554/eLife.27041

HUGO Pan-Asian SNP Consortium, Abdulla, M. A., Ahmed, I., … Majumder, P. P. (2009). Mapping human genetic diversity in Asia. Science, 326(5959), 1541–1545. https://doi.org/10.1126/science.1177074

Sengupta, S., Zhivotovsky, L. A., King, R., Mehdi, S. Q., Edmonds, C. A., Chow, C. E. T., … Majumder, P. P. (2006). Polarity and temporality of high-resolution Y-chromosome distributions in India identify both indigenous and exogenous expansions and reveal minor genetic influence of Central Asia. The American Journal of Human Genetics, 78(2), 202–221. https://doi.org/10.1086/499411

Basu, A., Mukherjee, N., Roy, S., Sengupta, S., Banerjee, S., Chakraborty, M., … Majumder, P. P. (2003).
Ethnic India: A genomic view, with special reference to peopling and structure. Genome Research, 13(10), 2277–2290. https://doi.org/10.1101/gr.1413403

Underhill, P. A., Myres, N. M., Rootsi, S., Metspalu, M., Zhivotovsky, L. A., King, R. J., … Majumder, P. P. (2010). Separating the post-Glacial coancestry of European and Asian Y chromosomes within haplogroup R1a. European Journal of Human Genetics, 18(4), 479–484. https://doi.org/10.1038/ejhg.2009.194

Uma V | Materials Science | Women Researcher Award

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Dr. Uma V | Materials Science | Women Researcher Award

Government Thirumagal Mill’s College | India

Dr. V. Uma is a dedicated physics educator and researcher specializing in advanced functional materials, particularly multiferroic nanomaterials and thin-film systems. She serves as a Guest Lecturer in the Department of Physics at Government Thirumagal Mills College, where she has handled extensive teaching responsibilities across UG and PG programs, guided numerous student projects, and delivered lectures in areas such as material science, microprocessors, electronics, nuclear physics, and numerical methods. Her academic background includes a Ph.D. in Physics focused on the synthesis and characterization of bismuth iron oxide nanomaterials, supported by an M.Phil. in Physical Sciences, M.Sc. in Physics, and a B.Ed. in Physical Science, along with qualification in the State Eligibility Test. Her research expertise covers nanomaterial synthesis using sol-gel, hydrothermal, microwave combustion, and thin-film deposition techniques, along with characterization skills in XRD, FTIR, UV, VSM, SEM, dielectric studies, and electrochemical analysis. She has published impactful research contributions with a citation count of 8, two indexed documents, and an h-index of 2, demonstrating emerging recognition within the scientific community. She has actively participated and presented in several national and international conferences in materials science. Her work reflects strong commitment toward innovative research, quality teaching, and the advancement of materials science applications.

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Featured Publications

Uma, V., & Seenuvasakumaran, P. (2023). Synthesis, structural, microstructural, optical, magnetic and dielectric properties of Nd-doped multiferroic Bismuth iron oxide. Results in Materials. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rinma.2022.100359

Sivakamasundari | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Sivakamasundari | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

SRM Institute of Science and Technology | India

Ms. P. Sivakamasundari is a dedicated academic and researcher in Computer Science and Engineering, recognized for her contributions to deep learning-based medical image analysis. With qualifications spanning Diploma, Bachelor’s, and Master’s degrees in Computer Science and Engineering, she is currently pursuing her Ph.D. at SRM Institute of Science and Technology. She has extensive teaching experience as an Assistant Professor for more than a decade, during which she has guided students in core computing subjects including algorithms, computation theory, compiler design, and image classification. Her research focuses on advanced deep learning frameworks for healthcare applications, particularly diabetic retinopathy and diabetic foot ulcer detection, resulting in book chapters, conference publications, and journal manuscripts under review. She has published and filed patents related to medical imaging and automated disease detection systems, demonstrating her innovation-driven approach. Her scholarly presence includes 1 citation, 1 h-index, and 0 i10-index, indicating emerging research visibility. She has completed multiple professional certifications and participated in workshops, FDPs, and internships in machine learning, biometrics, accelerated computing, and high-performance healthcare analytics. Her work reflects strong commitment toward applying AI for societal benefit, and she continues to advance her expertise through active research and academic contributions.

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Sivakamasundari, P., Anandhi, S., Kumaran, A. A., Vijayakumar, K., Birnica, Y. J., & others. (2024). Early detection of glaucoma utilizing retinal nerve fiber layer (RNFL) investigation. International Conference on Innovative Computing, Intelligent Communication and Smart Electrical Systems.

Sivakamasundari, P., & Niranjana, G. (2025). An automatic detection and classification of diabetic foot ulcers using Chebyshev chaotic ladybug beetle optimized extended Swin Transformer–InceptionV3 model. Biomedical Signal Processing and Control, 110, 108268.

Gomathi, G., Sumathy, V., Sivakamasundari, P., & Deepa, R. (2024). A various approaches of machine learning algorithms for kidney disease prediction. International Conference on Innovative Computing, Intelligent Communication and Smart Electrical Systems.

Sivakamasundari, P., & Niranjana, G. (2024). Diabetic foot ulcer classification using deep learning approach. International Conference on Computer, Communication and Signal Processing (ICCCSP).

Sivakamasundari, P., & Niranjana, G. (2023). A critique on deep learning methodologies employed for the identification of diabetic retinopathy using fundus images. Intelligent Computing and Control for Engineering and Business Systems (ICCEBS).

Amit Nayak | Disease Survillance | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Amit Nayak | Disease Survillance | Best Researcher Award

Central India Intitute of Medical Sciences | India

Dr. Amit R. Nayak is a Senior Research Consultant and Capacity Building Lead at the Central India Institute of Medical Sciences – Advanced Research Centre. He holds a B.Sc. in Biotechnology, an M.Sc. in Biochemistry, and a Ph.D. in Biochemistry with research focused on identifying biomarkers and therapeutic agents related to acute neurological disorders. Over the course of his research career, he has worked extensively in clinical and translational neuroscience, specializing in neuroinfection, neuroinflammation, molecular diagnostics, biomarker discovery, metagenomics and infectious disease surveillance. He has contributed to more than 45 peer-reviewed publications, resulting in over 580 citations, an h-index of 15, and an i10-index of 19, reflecting the broader impact of his scientific work. His roles have included leading and coordinating multiple national and international collaborative projects as Principal Investigator and Co-Investigator funded by reputed agencies. He is also actively involved in diagnostic innovation, clinical laboratory management, ethical review processes, and research capacity development. His research output supports advancements in understanding and managing infectious and neurological disorders. He continues to contribute toward translational research that bridges laboratory investigations with meaningful clinical applications.

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Featured Publications

Nayak, A. R., et al. (2025). A biomarker based peptide immunoassay for Clostridioides difficile: Insights from Central India. International Journal of Peptide Research and Therapeutics.

Nayak, A. R., et al. (2025). Application of machine learning to identify factors affecting prevalence of Brucella: A Central India study. Conference Presentation (Open Access).

Nayak, A. R., et al. (2024). In vitro toxicity assessment of bioavailable iron in coal varieties of Central India.

Krishan Verma.k | Biological Sciences | Outstanding Scientist Award

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Dr. Krishan Verma.k | Biological Sciences | Outstanding Scientist Award

Guangxi Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Nanning-Guangxi

Author Profile

Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Krishan K. Verma embarked on his academic journey with a Bachelor’s degree in Science from Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University, YDC College, Lakhimpur, India in 2002. He continued his studies at the same institution, earning a Master’s degree in 2004. His academic focus honed in on botany, and he subsequently pursued a Ph.D. at the University of Lucknow, India, which he completed in 2009. His doctoral research explored the “Effect of waterlogging on plant growth, physiological, biochemical and biomass characteristics of Jatropha curcas.”

Professional Endeavors

Dr. Verma’s professional career began with a role as a Research Assistant at the CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute in Lucknow, India, from 2008 to 2010. He then served as a Postdoctoral Fellow and Teaching Assistant at the Department of Botany, University of Lucknow, from 2010 to 2013, and also taught in the Department of Environmental Sciences during 2011-2012. From 2014 to 2017, he held the position of Young Scientist and Principal Investigator at Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture and Technology, Kanpur, India. Since 2018, Dr. Verma has been a Foreign Expert at the Sugarcane Research Institute, Guangxi Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China.

Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Verma’s research is centered on plant physiology and molecular biology, specifically how polluted soil and water impact plant growth and their physiological adaptations. His work investigates the physiological and molecular mechanisms plants use to cope with biotic and abiotic stresses. Notably, his research on irrigation with fluoride-contaminated water aimed at improving bio-amelioration and biological CO2 sequestration. Dr. Verma has published 97 scientific articles, 12 book chapters, and 12 books, contributing significantly to the fields of plant science and environmental research.

Accolades and Recognition

Dr. Verma’s contributions to agricultural science have been recognized through various awards and honors. In 2021, he received the “Award of Excellence” from the Guangxi Academy of Agricultural Science. His innovative research earned him the Young Scientist Award at a national seminar in 2013 and the Best Poster Presentation Award at a national conference in 2017. Additionally, his work as a Young Scientist/Principal Investigator was funded by prestigious grants from the Science and Engineering Research Board of the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India.

Impact and Influence

Dr. Verma’s work has had a profound impact on understanding the interactions between environmental pollutants and plant biology. His research provides insights into how plants adapt to stressful conditions, offering potential solutions for improving crop resilience and productivity in contaminated environments. His extensive publication record in high-impact journals underscores his influence in the scientific community.

Legacy and Future Contributions

Dr. Verma’s ongoing work at the Sugarcane Research Institute in China continues to push the boundaries of plant science and environmental research. His commitment to exploring the physiological and molecular responses of plants to environmental stressors positions him as a key figure in developing sustainable agricultural practices. Looking ahead, Dr. Verma aims to further his research on plant-environment interactions, with a focus on mitigating the impacts of pollution and climate change on crop production. His legacy will be marked by his contributions to enhancing plant resilience and promoting sustainable agriculture.

Citations

A total of 3401 citations for his publications, demonstrating the impact and recognition of his research within the academic community.

  • Citations        3401
  • h-index          33
  • i10-index       59
Notable Publications 

Recent developments in enzymatic antioxidant defence mechanism in plants with special reference to abiotic stress

VD Rajput, Harish, RK Singh, KK Verma, L Sharma, FR Quiroz-Figueroa, …
Biology

Nanotechnology in the restoration of polluted soil

VD Rajput, T Minkina, SK Upadhyay, A Kumari, A Ranjan, S Mandzhieva, …
Nanomaterials

Nano-biochar: A novel solution for sustainable agriculture and environmental remediation

VD Rajput, T Minkina, B Ahmed, VK Singh, S Mandzhieva, S Sushkova, …
Environmental Research