Simina Mariana Moroz | Mechanics of Functional and Smart Structures | Research Excellence Award

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Dr .Simina Mariana Moroz | Mechanics of Functional and Smart Structures | Research Excellence Award

PhD Student at Victor Babes University of Medicine and Pharmacy | Romania

Dr .Simina Mariana Moroz is a dedicated cardiologist whose academic and clinical journey began at Colegiul Național “Dragoș Vodă” in Sighetu Marmației, where a strong foundation in mathematics and computer science shaped an analytical and disciplined approach to medical science. She continued her professional development at the “Victor Babeș” University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Timișoara, completing her medical degree in General Medicine and later advancing into doctoral studies while building a respected clinical career in cardiology. Her commitment to cardiovascular medicine is reflected not only in her clinical training but also in her active participation in national and international scientific events, where she consistently presented research focused on transcatheter aortic valve replacement, arterial stiffness, ventricular and valvular function, and cardiometabolic dynamics. Throughout her career, she has delivered multiple poster presentations at prestigious cardiology and hypertension congresses, highlighting topics such as The Impact of Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement on the Dynamics of Arterial Hypertension in the Elderly, Gender Disparities and the Impact of Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement on Left Ventricular Ejection Fraction in Caucasian Patients, The Influence of Relative Parietal Thickness on Post-Interventional Hemoglobin Levels in Aortic Stenosis After Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement, The Role of Estimated Pulse Wave Velocity in Assessing the Impact of TAVR on Arterial Stiffness and Cardiac Function in Aortic Stenosis, and The Impact of TAVR on Valvular and Ventricular Function and Arterial Stiffness in Patients with Aortic Stenosis. She has also authored scientific articles including Crosstalk Between Metabolic Biomarkers and Pulse Wave Analysis in Hypertensive Patients and Clinical Significance of TAPSE/PSAP Ratio in Risk Stratification for Aortic Stenosis Patients Undergoing Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement. Beyond medicine, she enjoys reading, painting, tennis, horseback riding, and traveling, maintaining a balanced life enriched by diverse interests and continuous learning.

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Featured Publications:

Pescari, D., Mihuta, M. S., Bena, A., & Stoian, D. (2025). Comparative effects of time-restricted eating and the ketogenic diet on QRISK3-assessed cardiovascular risk in individuals with obesity: A longitudinal analysis of metabolic, anthropometric, and lifestyle factors. Nutrients.

Mihuta, C., Socaci, A., Hogea, P., Tudorache, E., Mihuta, M. S., & Oancea, C. (2025). Comparative insights into COVID-19 and tuberculosis: Clinical manifestations, inflammatory markers, and outcomes in pulmonary versus extrapulmonary tuberculosis and SARS-CoV-2 co-infection. Journal of Clinical Medicine.

Pescari, D., Mihuta, M. S., Bena, A., & Stoian, D. (2025). Independent predictors of circulating trimethylamine N-oxide (TMAO) and resistin levels in subjects with obesity: Associations with carotid intima-media thickness and metabolic parameters. Nutrients.

Mihuta, C., Socaci, A., Hogea, P., Tudorache, E., Mihuta, M. S., & Oancea, C. (2024). Colliding challenges part 2: An analysis of SARS-CoV-2 infection in patients with extrapulmonary tuberculosis versus SARS-CoV-2 infection alone. Medicina.

Omid Safari | Mechanics of Functional and Smart Structures | Excellence in Innovation Award

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Dr. Omid Safari | Mechanics of Functional and Smart Structures | Excellence in Innovation Award

Biosilage Production at Ferdowsi University of Mashhad | Iran

Dr. Omid Safari is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Natural Resources and Environment, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Iran, recognized for his extensive research contributions in aquaculture nutrition, aquafeed formulation, and aquatic animal physiology. His scholarly work spans diverse areas including fishmeal substitution with microbial and plant-based protein hydrolysates, dietary pigment supplementation for enhanced growth and coloration in crustaceans, synergistic effects of synbiotics and yeast extracts on Nile tilapia immunity, and the utilization of agricultural by-products in sustainable aquafeed production. He has explored the influence of functional feed additives such as Monascus purpureus, humic acid, nanozeolite powder, and apple cider vinegar on growth, immunity, and biochemical indices of species like Oreochromis niloticus, Pontastacus leptodactylus, and Oncorhynchus mykiss. Dr. Safari’s publications also encompass studies on the dietary impact of Chlorella vulgaris, sodium propionate nanoencapsulation, alginate-immobilized microalgae beads for water purification, and biosorption in recirculating aquaculture systems. His investigations extend to antioxidant defenses, digestive enzyme modulation, and gut microbiota improvement through innovative supplementation with organic acids, synbiotics, probiotics, and phytogenic compounds such as Ferula asafoetida, Allium sativum, and Punica granatum extracts. He has contributed significantly to feed process optimization using single and twin-screw extrusion technology, live feed culture, and the valorization of aquaculture waste through fermentation and biological silage production. His collaboration with national and international partners, including studies on crayfish, seabreams, and sturgeons, highlights his global research impact. With a Scopus h-index of 23 and Web of Science h-index of 20, Dr. Safari’s scientific output demonstrates his leadership in aquaculture feed innovation, environmental sustainability, and the advancement of fish health and performance under varied nutritional and environmental regimes.

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Featured Publications:

 (2025). The effect of multimodal educational interventions on improving the lifestyle of the elderly: A quasi-experimental study. BMC Public Health.

 (2025). Evaluating the impact of Monascus purpureus pigment supplementation in the diet on growth performance, fillet color, hemolymph composition, and stress resistance in narrow-clawed crayfish (Pontastacus leptodactylus). Aquaculture International.

 (2025). Assessing the effects of partially replacing fishmeal with peanut meal on growth, body composition, digestibility, and immunity in juvenile beluga (Huso huso). Journal of the World Aquaculture Society.

 (2025). Synergistic effects of synbiotic and hydrolyzed yeast extract in the diet on growth performance, hemato-immunological responses, and digestive enzyme activities of Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) fry. Aquaculture International.

(2025). The impact of apple cider vinegar on nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in rainbow trout, Oncorhynchus mykiss: A study of therapeutic potential and health benefits. Journal of the World Aquaculture Society.