Modupe Stella Ayilara | Microbial Biotechnology | Editorial Board Member

Dr. Modupe Stella Ayilara | Microbial Biotechnology | Editorial Board Member

Modupe Stella Ayilara | North-West University | South Africa

Dr. Modupe Stella Ayilara is a distinguished researcher and academic in the field of microbiology and biological sciences, currently serving as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow and Extraordinary Senior Lecturer in the Food Security and Safety Research Area at North-West University, South Africa, and as a Course Tutor at the University of the People, United States. She holds advanced degrees in Biology and Microbiology, complemented by extensive research and leadership experience across academic and industrial environments. Her professional background includes significant contributions as a Senior Research Officer at the Environmental Pollution Science and Technology (ENPOST) Nigeria and as a Research Fellow at the Centre for Energy Research and Development, Obafemi Awolowo University, where she has engaged in projects focused on microbial diversity, antimicrobial potentials of tropical plants, nitrogen fixation, biofertilizer formulation, sustainable bioenergy, and environmental safety. Dr. Ayilara’s research excellence is reflected in her numerous publications and citations, as well as her recognition among the top two percent of scientists globally by Elsevier and Stanford University. She has demonstrated a strong commitment to advancing sustainable solutions in food security, environmental microbiology, and bioresource management, mentoring students and contributing to science policy development. Her outstanding achievements, academic leadership, and dedication to impactful, interdisciplinary research make her a deserving candidate for distinguished recognition and future advancement in scientific innovation and global sustainability.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus | ORCID

Featured Publications

1. Ayilara, M. S., Olanrewaju, O. S., Babalola, O. O., & Odeyemi, O. (2020). Waste management through composting: Challenges and potentials. Sustainability, 12(11), 4456.

2. Ayilara, M. S., Adeleke, B. S., Akinola, S. A., Fayose, C. A., Adeyemi, U. T., et al. (2023). Biopesticides as a promising alternative to synthetic pesticides: A case for microbial pesticides, phytopesticides, and nanobiopesticides. Frontiers in Microbiology, 14, 1040901.

3. Ayilara, M. S., & Babalola, O. O. (2023). Bioremediation of environmental wastes: The role of microorganisms. Frontiers in Agronomy, 5, 1183691.

4. Adeleke, B. S., Ayilara, M. S., Akinola, S. A., & Babalola, O. O. (2022). Biocontrol mechanisms of endophytic fungi. Egyptian Journal of Biological Pest Control, 32(1), 46.

5. Akanmu, A. O., Babalola, O. O., Venturi, V., Ayilara, M. S., Adeleke, B. S., Amoo, A. E., et al. (2021). Plant disease management: Leveraging on the plant-microbe-soil interface in the biorational use of organic amendments. Frontiers in Plant Science, 12, 700507.

Dr. Modupe Stella Ayilara’s research advances sustainable solutions in environmental microbiology, food security, and waste management through innovative microbial applications. Her work bridges science and society by promoting eco-friendly biotechnological approaches that enhance agricultural productivity, environmental safety, and global sustainability.

Ariel Ramirez Cortes | Immunology and Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Ariel Ramirez Cortes | Immunology and Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

Researcher | Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México | Mexico

Prof. Ariel Ramírez Cortes is an accomplished academic and researcher with extensive training spanning undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, and postdoctoral studies, primarily in health sciences, public health, and nursing research. He has consistently engaged in professional development through numerous specialized courses, workshops, seminars, and symposia, both nationally and internationally, covering topics from statistics and immunology to advanced medical care and research methodologies. His participation in conferences and interdisciplinary forums reflects a strong commitment to scientific exchange and collaboration. As an educator, he has taught a wide range of subjects, including anatomy, physiology, critical care nursing, and quantitative research methods, contributing significantly to the formation of future professionals. His profile is marked by a dedication to continuous learning, interdisciplinary integration, and the advancement of healthcare education. These qualities, combined with his active engagement in academic and research activities, position him as a strong and capable candidate for high-level professional recognition.

Profiles: Google Scholar

Featured Publications

1. Arenas-Montaño, G., Hernández, E. A. G., Ramírez-Cortes, A., Rodríguez, E. A., & others. (2022). Gender-based violence and its prevention in university nursing areas. World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 14(2), 246–252.

2. Trujillo, J. A., Cortes, A. R., & Guajardo, L. C. (2020). Estrategia para disminuir la prevalencia de síndrome metabólico en adolescentes con sobrepeso/obesidad. CuidArte, 6(11), 6–15.

3. Villaseñor, K. A. P., Cabrera, N. C., Rentería, M. L. J., & Cortes, A. R. (2020). Estudio cuali-cuantitativo sobre cómo perciben los estudiantes de pregrado en psicología sus conocimientos éticos profesionales. Revista Electrónica de Psicología Iztacala, 23(2).

4. Piñón-Zárate, G., Hernández-Téllez, B., Ramírez-Cortés, A., Jarquín-Yáñez, K., & others. (2025). Chitosan microparticles coupled with MAGE-AX and CpGs as a treatment for murine melanoma. Pharmaceutics, 17(7), 932.

5. Ramírez Cortes, A., Castell Rodríguez, A. E., Herrera Enrique, M., & others. (2025). Preparation of nanoparticles for evaluation of antitumor effect in a melanoma model. European Journal of Immunology, 54, 769.

Prof. Ariel Ramírez Cortes advances health sciences through research that strengthens public health, immunology, and evidence-based nursing practice. His commitment to interdisciplinary education and scientific collaboration fosters better-prepared healthcare professionals and contributes to improved population well-being.

Modupe Stella Ayilara | Microbial Biotechnology | Young Researcher Award

Dr. Modupe Stella Ayilara | Microbial Biotechnology | Young Researcher Award

Modupe Stella Ayilara | North-West University | South Africa

Dr. Modupe Stella Ayilara is a distinguished researcher and academic in the field of microbiology and biological sciences, currently serving as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow and Extraordinary Senior Lecturer in the Food Security and Safety Research Area at North-West University, South Africa, and as a Course Tutor at the University of the People, United States. She holds advanced degrees in Biology and Microbiology, complemented by extensive research and leadership experience across academic and industrial environments. Her professional background includes significant contributions as a Senior Research Officer at the Environmental Pollution Science and Technology (ENPOST) Nigeria and as a Research Fellow at the Centre for Energy Research and Development, Obafemi Awolowo University, where she has engaged in projects focused on microbial diversity, antimicrobial potentials of tropical plants, nitrogen fixation, biofertilizer formulation, sustainable bioenergy, and environmental safety. Dr. Ayilara’s research excellence is reflected in her numerous publications and citations, as well as her recognition among the top two percent of scientists globally by Elsevier and Stanford University. She has demonstrated a strong commitment to advancing sustainable solutions in food security, environmental microbiology, and bioresource management, mentoring students and contributing to science policy development. Her outstanding achievements, academic leadership, and dedication to impactful, interdisciplinary research make her a deserving candidate for distinguished recognition and future advancement in scientific innovation and global sustainability.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus | ORCID

Featured Publications

1. Ayilara, M. S., Olanrewaju, O. S., Babalola, O. O., & Odeyemi, O. (2020). Waste management through composting: Challenges and potentials. Sustainability, 12(11), 4456.

2. Ayilara, M. S., Adeleke, B. S., Akinola, S. A., Fayose, C. A., Adeyemi, U. T., et al. (2023). Biopesticides as a promising alternative to synthetic pesticides: A case for microbial pesticides, phytopesticides, and nanobiopesticides. Frontiers in Microbiology, 14, 1040901.

3. Ayilara, M. S., & Babalola, O. O. (2023). Bioremediation of environmental wastes: The role of microorganisms. Frontiers in Agronomy, 5, 1183691.

4. Adeleke, B. S., Ayilara, M. S., Akinola, S. A., & Babalola, O. O. (2022). Biocontrol mechanisms of endophytic fungi. Egyptian Journal of Biological Pest Control, 32(1), 46.

5. Akanmu, A. O., Babalola, O. O., Venturi, V., Ayilara, M. S., Adeleke, B. S., Amoo, A. E., et al. (2021). Plant disease management: Leveraging on the plant-microbe-soil interface in the biorational use of organic amendments. Frontiers in Plant Science, 12, 700507.

Dr. Modupe Stella Ayilara’s research advances sustainable solutions in environmental microbiology, food security, and waste management through innovative microbial applications. Her work bridges science and society by promoting eco-friendly biotechnological approaches that enhance agricultural productivity, environmental safety, and global sustainability.