Iliana Ivanova | Experimental Design | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Iliana Ivanova | Experimental Design | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Dr. Iliana Ivanova | Experimental Design | Research Excellence Award | Faculty of Biology at Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski | Bulgaria

Prof. Dr. Iliana Ivanova is an internationally respected microbiologist and nanobiotechnology researcher with a distinguished academic and scientific career centered on antimicrobial nanomaterials, green synthesis of nanoparticles, bacterial physiology, ecotoxicology, and water quality assessment. She holds a Ph.D. in Microbiology and advanced postgraduate training in biochemistry and microbiology from Sofia University Saint Kliment Ohridski, where she currently serves as Professor in the Faculty of Biology, Department of General and Industrial Microbiology. Her professional experience spans decades of progressive academic leadership, including roles as associate professor and professor, with sustained excellence in teaching, research supervision, and project leadership. Prof. Dr. Iliana Ivanova has actively participated in and led numerous nationally and internationally funded research projects, including competitive programs supported by the Bulgarian National Science Fund and Sofia University, addressing topics such as multifunctional nanoceramics, antimicrobial graphene composites, green nanoparticle synthesis, and environmental toxicity assessment. Her research interests focus on the development of metal and metal-oxide nanomaterials with antibacterial, antibiofilm, and cytotoxic properties, integration of microbiological assays with materials science, and the evaluation of ecological safety using microbial and aquatic test systems.

 

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Featured Publications

Structure, Ecotoxicity, Redox and Bactericidal Activity of Cu-Containing Nanocrystalline Ferrites – Molecules, 2025 

The Antimicrobial Effect and ROS Redox Activity of Nb₂O₅-Containing Powders Obtained by the Sol–Gel Method – Gels, 2025 

Antimicrobial, Oxidant, Cytotoxic, and Eco-Safety Properties of Sol–Gel-Prepared Silica–Copper Nanocomposite Materials – Pharmaceuticals, 2025 

Optical, Photocatalytic, and Antibacterial Properties of Sol-Gel Derived Fe-Doped SrTiO₃ Powders – Water, 2025 

Bahar Ciftci | Experimental Design | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bahar Ciftci | Experimental Design | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bahar Ciftci | Experimental Design | Best Researcher Award | Doctor | AtatĂŒrk University | Turkey 

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bahar Ciftci is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of nursing education, patient care, and healthcare innovation, currently serving as a faculty member at the Faculty of Nursing, AtatĂŒrk University, Turkey. Holding a Ph.D. in Nursing, Dr. Bahar Ciftci has dedicated her academic career to advancing evidence-based nursing practices, enhancing clinical decision-making, and fostering professional growth among nursing students through innovative and technology-integrated teaching methods. Her research interests encompass nursing principles, health literacy, cultural sensitivity, psychosocial care, chronic disease management, and the integration of digital and simulation-based learning tools in healthcare education. Throughout her career, Dr. Bahar Ciftci has combined academic excellence with practical innovation, contributing to healthcare improvements through the development of six national and four international patent applications focused on innovative nursing and healthcare solutions. Her scholarly work is widely recognized, with over 40 peer-reviewed publications in prestigious international journals indexed in Scopus, Web of Science, and PubMed, including BMC Nursing, World Journal of Psychiatry, Nurse Education in Practice, and Perspectives in Psychiatric Care. Dr. Bahar Ciftci’s research contributions have received more than 380 citations globally, reflecting her growing academic impact and influence within the international nursing research community. She has also served as a peer reviewer for over 50 manuscripts across more than 10 reputable journals and authored several editorials that promote interdisciplinary collaboration and evidence-based clinical education. Her research skills include advanced data analysis, psychometric scale development, and clinical trial methodology, alongside expertise in designing qualitative and quantitative research models that address current challenges in healthcare delivery. Professionally, she has been recognized with multiple academic honors for excellence in nursing education, research innovation, and interdisciplinary leadership. She actively collaborates with international scholars and participates in research projects that bridge education, innovation, and patient care. As an educator and mentor, Dr. Bahar Ciftci demonstrates exceptional leadership and communication skills, guiding both undergraduate and postgraduate students toward research excellence and professional growth. Her ability to translate theoretical research into practical healthcare innovations exemplifies her forward-thinking approach and dedication to improving patient outcomes. In conclusion, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bahar Ciftci stands out as an inspiring academic leader and healthcare innovator whose commitment to excellence, evidence-based practice, and educational advancement continues to shape the future of nursing and global healthcare research.

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Featured Publications 

  1. Ciftci, B., & Avsar, G. (2022). Impact of continued planned education provided by clinical nurses on patients with chronic heart failure. Iranian Red Crescent Medical Journal, 24(1). Citations: 35

  2. Yildiz, G. N., ƞirin Gök, M., & Ciftci, B. (2024). Development and psychometric validation of the comfort scale for injection. BMC Nursing, 23(1), 903. Citations: 18

  3. Ciftci, B., Bahçecioğlu, T. G., & Sarialioğlu, A. (2024). The effects of web-based progressive muscle relaxation exercise on perceived stress and anxiety levels of nursing students who were in clinical practice for the first time: A randomized controlled trial. Srpski Arhiv Za Celokupno Lekarstvo, 152(9–10), 492–498. Citations: 22

  4. Aydın, A., Gok, M. ƞ., & Ciftci, B. (2025). A “quiet” need in the disaster of the century: A qualitative study on menstrual hygiene management. BMC Public Health, 25, 493. Citations: 12

  5. Bozkurt, T., Nacak, U. A., KarakaƟ, E., & Ciftci, B. (2025). The effect of stoma care teaching based on the ARCS motivation model on nursing students’ learning motivation, self-efficacy, and knowledge levels. Nurse Education in Practice, 82, 104207. Citations: 10

  6. Yildirim, N., & Ciftci, B. (2024). Health perception and healthy life awareness during the COVID-19 pandemic: Turkey profile study. Indian Journal of Public Health, 68(3), 401–406. Citations: 15

  7. Yildiz, G. N., & Ciftci, B. (2025). Narrative nursing as a holistic approach in modern healthcare: Integrating emotional and physical care. World Journal of Psychiatry, 15(3), 102956. Citations: 14.