Dr. Ana González Ramos | Social Sciences | Women Researcher Award

IESA (CSIC) | Spain

Dr. Ana González Ramos is a distinguished sociologist at the CSIC-JA Instituto de Estudios Sociales Avanzados (IESA), Córdoba, Spain, whose research provides a transformative lens on the intersections of gender, technology, health, scientific careers, and contemporary digital cultures. With 39 publications, 291 citations, and an h-index of 11 according to Scopus, she has established a strong international scholarly presence. Her research advances the understanding of gender regimes in health, revealing how biomedical, economic, and methodological biases shape women’s wellbeing and the integration of sex and gender perspectives into clinical guidelines. She is widely recognized for her impactful contributions to gendered analyses of ICT, academic career trajectories, psychosocial risks, social media cultures, and feminist digital activism. Dr. Ana González Ramos has authored and edited influential books and contributed to major academic volumes addressing feminist pedagogy, digital communication, sociotechnical inequalities, pornography as a global issue, and gender dimensions of health and social wellbeing. Her leadership in national and international research projects spans gender-health inequities, digitalization, equality and mobility policies, One Health approaches, and feminist sociological interventions. Supported by competitive grants from European institutions and leading research councils, she collaborates across multidisciplinary teams to address pressing societal challenges. Her scholarly influence extends to editorial leadership roles in indexed journals, contributions to scientific committees, and active participation in global gender research networks. Collectively, her work demonstrates a steadfast commitment to advancing equitable scientific ecosystems and producing rigorous, socially engaged, and gender-responsive research that shapes both academic discourse and policy development.

Profiles: Scopus | Google Scholar | ORCID

Featured Publications

1. Padrón Armas, A., González Ramos, A., & Serrano-del-Rosal, R. (2025). Understanding health and pain through the gender regime: A multilevel framework from a sociological view. Social Sciences, 14(11), Article 636.

2. González Ramos, A. M., Serrano del Rosal, R., & Padrón, A. G. (2025). Gender regimes influences on social perception of pain and illness among European citizens. European Sociological Association, Research Network 16 – Sociology of Health & Medicine Mid-Term Conference: Health in the Anthropocene: Sociological Analysis, Reflections, and Implications. Conference paper.

3. González Ramos, A. M. (2025). La cultura de la pornografía: Del castillo a la pantalla. In La Pornografía, un problema social global: Didáctica feminista (pp. xx–xx). Octaedro.

4. Benazizi Dahbi, I., & González Ramos, A. M. (2025). Mesa inaugural: Reducción de las desigualdades en salud en la cooperación española. IV Encuentro Conocimiento en Acción: Tejiendo saberes desde la investigación en salud a la transformación social. Other scholarly contribution.

5. González Ramos, A. M., Benazizi, I., & Toledo, A. (2025). Women in biomedical model: The case of the instruments of diagnosis and recommendations (CPG, Clinical Practice Guidelines). European Sociological Association, Research Network 16 – Sociology of Health & Medicine Mid-Term Conference: Health in the Anthropocene: Sociological Analysis, Reflections, and Implications. Conference paper.

Assist. Prof. Dr. Kaan Koçali | Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Istanbul Gelisim University | Turkey

Asst. Prof. Kaan Koçali is an accomplished academic and safety professional who has dedicated his career to advancing Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) in Turkey and beyond. Currently serving at Istanbul Gelişim University, he combines in-depth scientific knowledge with practical expertise to improve safety standards in high-risk sectors such as mining, transportation, and construction. With a background rooted in engineering, business, and safety sciences, Dr. Koçali has established himself as a thought leader in safety education, ergonomic design, and workplace risk assessment. Through research, teaching, and professional training, he continues to shape the next generation of safety professionals while contributing to scholarly dialogue on global safety practices.

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Education

Dr. Kaan Koçali’s educational background reflects a multidimensional and interdisciplinary academic pursuit that blends technical, managerial, and safety sciences. He completed his Ph.D. in Occupational Health and Safety at Istanbul Aydın University, where his doctoral dissertation focused on legal responsibilities and control systems for supervisors in the mining industry. He holds dual postgraduate degrees: one in Occupational Health and Safety (Interdisciplinary) and another in Mining Engineering, both of which have laid a strong foundation for his research. Additionally, Dr. Koçali holds undergraduate degrees in Mining Engineering from Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa and Business Administration from Anadolu University. He is currently continuing his academic growth with a bachelor’s in Entrepreneurship at Istanbul Kültür University. This extensive educational journey enables him to work across domains of safety, policy, operations, and leadership with a systems-oriented mindset.

Experience

Over the course of his academic and professional career, Asst. Prof. Koçali has held a multitude of strategic positions within Istanbul Gelişim University, including Head of Department, Erasmus Program Coordinator, Internship Committee Member, Ethics Committee Member, and Performance Evaluation Commission Chairperson. These roles highlight his leadership in academic governance, curriculum development, and international collaboration. He has also served on quality assurance committees and vocational boards, contributing to institutional excellence in higher education. His teaching portfolio spans courses in technical safety applications, industrial fire protection, occupational diseases, biological risk factors, integrated management systems, and mining safety, delivered across associate and postgraduate levels. This rich blend of academic and administrative roles positions him as an impactful academic deeply involved in shaping educational policies and practical training modules.

Research Interests

Dr. Koçali’s research interests lie at the intersection of occupational health policy, ergonomic design, safety culture, work measurement, risk assessment, and social security systems. His interdisciplinary approach allows him to explore workplace safety through sociological, legal, and technical lenses. He is particularly interested in identifying risk patterns, analyzing occupational diseases by sector, and promoting ergonomic frameworks tailored to specific job environments, such as mining or aviation. His scholarly work frequently applies tools like the TOPSIS method, Fine-Kinney risk models, and anthropometric analyses, underscoring his analytical orientation toward solving real-world safety issues. Through empirical studies, he advocates for evidence-based policy changes and workplace reforms to mitigate hazards in complex working conditions.

Awards & Credentials

Though Dr. Koçali’s formal award titles are not listed, his professional credentials and certifications speak volumes about his dedication to excellence. He holds over 30 internationally recognized certifications, including from NEBOSH, IOSH, and multiple ISO system trainings (9001, 14001, 22000, 45001). These qualifications span disaster awareness, project management, safety auditing, risk management, and occupational leadership. Notably, he has earned titles such as A-Class Occupational Safety Specialist, Technical Auditor, and Instructor Certification in Workplace Safety. His training in Concordat Commissionership, Drone Piloting, and Risk-Based Demolition Techniques reflects his proactive adaptation to evolving industrial needs. These wide-ranging achievements make him a standout figure in both academic and applied safety environments.

Publications

Sosyal Güvenlik Kurumu’nun 2012-2020 Yılları Arası İş Kazaları Göstergelerinin Standardizasyonu
Year : 2021
Cited by : 46
Calculation of Occupational Accident Indicators of Türkiye
Year : 2021
Cited by : 18
Maden Kazalarında Sorumluluklar ve Kusur Oranları
Year : 2021
Cited by : 14
Açık Ocak Maden İşletmelerinde İşçi Anketleri ile İş Sağlığı ve Güvenliği Kültürü ve Uygulamasının Araştırılması
Year : 2018
Cited by : 14
Şırnak Kömür Madeni Kazası Işığında Kömür Madenciliğindeki Uygunsuzluklar Hakkında Öneriler
Year: 2018
Cited by: 10
How to Perform a Risk Assessment Step by Step for Occupational Health and Safety
Year: 2022
Cited by: 7
Legal Regulations Regarding Liabilities of Workers and Employers Related to Occupational Health and Safety in Mining
Year: 2021
Cited by: 7
Madencilikte Proje Şirketlerinin Önemi
Year: 2013
Cited by: 6
18-65 Yaş Arası Kişilerin Antropometrik Verilerinin Belirlenmesi Üzerine Bir Alan Araştırması: Yükseköğretim Kurumu Uygulaması
Year: 2021
Cited by: 5
Türkiye’de 2017 Yılında Yaşanan Kömür Madeni Faciası Sonrası Sektörün İş Sağlığı ve Güvenliği Açısından İrdelenmesi
Year: 2019
Cited by: 5

Conclusion

Asst. Prof. Kaan Koçali is a standout candidate for any research or teaching-based recognition in Occupational Health and Safety. His academic rigor, hands-on certifications, institutional leadership, and published contributions collectively highlight his excellence. With his sustained efforts in risk management education, interdisciplinary safety systems, and social safety policymaking, he has significantly advanced the field’s academic and practical boundaries.

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