Mohammad El Garhy | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Innovation Award

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Best Innovation Award

Mohammad El Garhy
Researcher Mohammad El Garhy
Affiliation Department of Internal Medicine I, Cardiology, University Hospital Jena
Country Germany
Scopus ID 57192109926
Documents 19
Citations 219
h-index 5
Subject Area Medicine and Health Sciences
Event International Forensic Scientist Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-8578-0135

Mohammad El Garhy
Department of Internal Medicine I, Cardiology, University Hospital Jena, Germany

The Best Innovation Award recognizes scholarly contributions demonstrating scientific originality, translational relevance, and measurable impact within their respective disciplines. Mohammad El Garhy is a cardiology researcher whose academic work emphasizes structural heart disease, transcatheter cardiovascular interventions, multimodality imaging, and minimally invasive diagnostic technologies. His publications reflect continued participation in collaborative clinical research concerning transcatheter valve therapies, cardiovascular imaging, and interventional cardiology, contributing to evidence-based improvements in patient management.[1]

Abstract

Mohammad El Garhy has developed a publication record focused on interventional cardiology, cardiovascular imaging, and catheter-based structural heart interventions. His research addresses clinically important topics including transcatheter aortic valve implantation, MitraClip therapy, computed tomography-based valve assessment, and the expanding role of endoscopic ultrasound in cardiovascular diagnosis. These investigations contribute to improved procedural planning and patient outcomes while supporting innovation in minimally invasive cardiovascular medicine.[2]

Keywords

  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Transcatheter Valve Therapy
  • Cardiovascular Imaging
  • Structural Heart Disease
  • Medical Innovation

Introduction

Advances in structural heart interventions increasingly depend upon precise imaging, multidisciplinary clinical decision-making, and minimally invasive therapeutic strategies. Mohammad El Garhy’s scholarly work aligns with these developments by examining diagnostic technologies and transcatheter procedures that support evidence-based cardiovascular care. His publications have appeared in peer-reviewed journals dedicated to clinical cardiology and cardiovascular interventions.[3]

Research Profile

According to the supplied academic metrics, Mohammad El Garhy has authored 19 indexed publications with 219 citations and an h-index of 5. His primary research interests include transcatheter aortic valve implantation, mitral valve repair, computed tomography assessment of valvular disease, endoscopic ultrasound applications, and cardiovascular intervention planning.[1]

Research Contributions

  • Evaluation of transcatheter mitral valve repair outcomes.
  • Clinical assessment of porcelain aorta during TAVI procedures.
  • Studies comparing CT-based aortic valve calcium quantification methods.
  • Investigation of endoscopic ultrasound for cardiovascular diagnosis and intervention.
  • Clinical analyses supporting minimally invasive structural heart therapies.

Publications

  • The Role of Endoscopic Ultrasound in Cardiology (2026).
  • Impact of Porcelain Aorta on Outcomes in TAVI (2025).
  • Transcatheter Mitral Valve Repair via MitraClip (2023).
  • Contemporary Results of Transcatheter Mitral Valve Procedures (2022).
  • Aortic Valve Calcium Volume Assessment in TAVR Patients (2022).

Research Impact

The available publication record demonstrates continuing engagement in clinically relevant cardiovascular research. Studies addressing procedural optimization, diagnostic imaging, and structural heart interventions provide evidence that may support future improvements in patient care, multidisciplinary practice, and minimally invasive cardiovascular medicine.[4]

Award Suitability

Based on the documented publication record, research metrics, and emphasis on innovative cardiovascular diagnostics and interventions, Mohammad El Garhy’s scholarly activities demonstrate characteristics commonly considered during evaluations for innovation-oriented academic recognition. Award decisions remain dependent upon the official selection criteria established by the organizing committee.[5]

Conclusion

Mohammad El Garhy has contributed to contemporary cardiovascular medicine through investigations involving structural heart disease, catheter-based interventions, and advanced imaging. His research portfolio reflects ongoing participation in clinically significant studies that support evidence generation and innovation within interventional cardiology.

References

  1. Elsevier. Scopus Author Details: Mohammad El Garhy, Author ID 57192109926.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57192109926
  2. El Garhy M. The Role of Endoscopic Ultrasound in Cardiology. Journal of Clinical Medicine (2026). DOI:
    https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm15135006
  3. Open Heart. Impact of Porcelain Aorta on Outcomes in TAVI.
    https://doi.org/10.1136/openhrt-2024-003069
  4. Interventional Cardiology. Transcatheter Mitral Valve Repair via MitraClip.
    https://doi.org/10.15420/icr.2021.28
  5. The Egyptian Heart Journal. Contemporary Results of Transcatheter Mitral Valve Procedures.
    https://doi.org/10.1186/s43044-022-00257-x

Rachael Gakii Murithi | Medicine and Health Sciences | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

Rachael Gakii Murithi
Tsinghua University, China

Rachael Gakii Murithi
Affiliation Tsinghua University
Country China
Scopus ID 57221382349
Documents 5
Citations 73
h-index 5
Subject Area Medicine and Health Sciences
Event International Forensic Scientist Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-6653-3833

The Innovative Research Award recognizes the scholarly contributions of Rachael Gakii Murithi in the interdisciplinary fields of public health, maternal survival studies, environmental exposure analysis, and global health inequality research. Her academic work at Tsinghua University reflects a research-oriented approach focused on evidence-based health analysis, comparative international studies, and systematic reviews addressing vulnerable populations. Her publications contribute to contemporary discourse surrounding maternal mortality, gender inequality, indoor pollution exposure, and health disparities in low- and middle-income countries.[1]

Abstract

Rachael Gakii Murithi has contributed to emerging research discussions within medicine and health sciences through publications examining maternal mortality, environmental pollutants, gender inequality, and adolescent fertility indicators. Her scholarly output integrates quantitative health analysis with comparative global datasets to evaluate structural determinants influencing health outcomes across developing regions.[2]

Keywords

Maternal mortality, global health inequality, adolescent fertility, indoor pollutants, neurodevelopmental disorders, environmental health, public health analytics, comparative health studies.

Introduction

Contemporary health science increasingly emphasizes interdisciplinary methodologies to address inequalities in healthcare access and population health outcomes. Murithi’s work contributes to this framework by examining maternal survival disparities, exposure to airborne pollutants, and sociopolitical determinants of gender inequality across multiple regions.[3] Her studies utilize comparative analyses, systematic review methods, and public health indicators to interpret global health trends.

Research Profile

Murithi’s academic profile includes publications indexed through recognized scholarly databases and citation platforms. Her research interests focus on maternal health, environmental risk assessment, adolescent fertility patterns, and social determinants affecting vulnerable populations. The integration of statistical modeling with comparative international data has enabled her work to address multidimensional public health concerns.[4]

Research Contributions

  • Conducted comparative cluster analyses examining maternal survival inequalities across 49 Sub-Saharan African countries.
  • Investigated adolescent birth rates and female education as determinants of maternal mortality disparities in low- and middle-income countries.
  • Published systematic reviews on indoor pollutants and their association with respiratory, neurodevelopmental, and oncological risks.
  • Explored structural drivers of gender inequality, including fertility patterns and political representation.

Publications

  • Inequality and maternal survival cluster analysis of 49 Sub Saharan countries (2026).
  • Plastic mulching drives microplastic accumulation and redistribution in arid agroecosystems (2026).
  • Adolescent Birth Rates and Female Education Drive Maternal Mortality Disparities in Low- and Middle-Income Countries (2026).

Research Impact

Murithi’s research output has contributed to scholarly discussions surrounding public health inequality and environmental health exposure. Citation metrics indicate academic engagement with her work in areas related to maternal health and environmental risk analysis. Her studies also support policy-oriented discussions concerning education, reproductive health, and pollution-related health outcomes in vulnerable populations.[5]

Award Suitability

The Innovative Research Award acknowledges scholarly contributions demonstrating interdisciplinary relevance, methodological rigor, and measurable academic impact. Murithi’s research portfolio aligns with these criteria through investigations addressing global maternal health disparities, environmental exposure risks, and gender-related public health indicators. Her work reflects ongoing engagement with contemporary healthcare challenges and data-driven research methodologies.[6]

Conclusion

Rachael Gakii Murithi’s academic contributions within medicine and health sciences demonstrate a sustained focus on global health inequality, environmental exposure analysis, and maternal survival research. Through comparative studies, systematic reviews, and interdisciplinary public health investigations, her work contributes to evidence-based understanding of health disparities affecting diverse populations worldwide.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Rachael Gakii Murithi, Author ID 57221382349. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57221382349
  2. Murithi, R. G. (2026). Inequality and maternal survival cluster analysis of 49 Sub Saharan countries. Discover Public Health.
    https://doi.org/10.1186/s12982-026-02069-9
  3. Murithi, R. G. (2026). Adolescent Birth Rates and Female Education Drive Maternal Mortality Disparities in Low- and Middle-Income Countries.
    https://doi.org/10.33140/japm.11.01.01
  4. Murithi, R. G. (2025). Prenatal Exposure to Airborne and Indoor Pollutants and the Risk of Childhood Neurodevelopmental Disorders.
    https://doi.org/10.33140/japm.10.03.02
  5. Murithi, R. G. (2025). Associations between Indoor Pollutants, Neurodevelopmental, Oncological, and Respiratory Health Risks, and Vulnerable Populations: A Systematic Review.
    https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-7440867/v1
  6. International Forensic Scientist Awards. (n.d.). Award recognition and academic excellence platform.
    forensicscientist.org

Yury Kustov | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Best Researcher Award

Yury Kustov
Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia
Yury Kustov
Affiliation Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia
Country Russia
Scopus ID 58987836800
Documents 5
Citations 4
h-index 1
Subject Area Medicine and Health Sciences
Event International Forensic Scientist Awards
ORCID 0009-0002-4859-4322

Yury Kustov is a researcher affiliated with the Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia whose scholarly work focuses on medicine, pharmacovigilance, drug safety, pulmonary fibrosis, and clinical pharmacology. His recent publications examine adverse drug reactions, pediatric pharmacotherapy, pulmonary complications, and systematic reviews related to pharmacokinetics and post-COVID-19 outcomes. Through contributions indexed in Scopus, Kustov has participated in interdisciplinary investigations concerning patient safety and evidence-based medical analysis.[1] His profile reflects active engagement in healthcare-related research areas associated with pharmacological monitoring and clinical risk assessment.[2]

Abstract

The academic contributions of Yury Kustov are associated with contemporary clinical medicine and pharmacovigilance research. His published studies explore adverse drug reactions, pulmonary fibrosis, antibiotic safety, and pediatric therapeutic outcomes. Several investigations emphasize spontaneous report database analysis and systematic reviews in order to improve healthcare monitoring and pharmacological safety standards.[3] These contributions support broader scientific discussions regarding medication-related complications and patient-centered clinical evaluation.

Keywords

Pharmacovigilance, Clinical Pharmacology, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Pediatric Medicine, Drug Safety, Post-COVID Research, Pharmacokinetics, Medicine and Health Sciences.

Introduction

The advancement of modern healthcare increasingly depends on pharmacological safety assessment and evidence-based therapeutic monitoring. Researchers involved in pharmacovigilance contribute to the identification of adverse reactions and clinical complications linked to pharmaceutical interventions. Yury Kustov has participated in this research landscape through studies addressing antibacterial drug reactions, pulmonary fibrosis, and pediatric medicine.[4] His publications demonstrate engagement with healthcare datasets and clinical literature reviews that contribute to scientific understanding of treatment-related risks.

Research Profile

Kustov’s academic profile includes journal articles and conference publications indexed through Scopus and related scholarly databases. His research areas include pharmacokinetics in chronic heart failure, pulmonary fibrosis associated with pharmacotherapy, and pediatric antibacterial drug safety. The researcher has also examined Stevens–Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis using spontaneous reporting systems.[5] These studies align with medical efforts to improve treatment evaluation and patient safety methodologies.

Research Contributions

  • Analysis of fluoroquinolone safety in pediatric populations through pharmacovigilance database studies.
  • Systematic review research concerning pharmacokinetic alterations in chronic heart failure patients.
  • Investigations into pulmonary fibrosis and post-COVID-19 pharmacotherapy outcomes.
  • Evaluation of spontaneous adverse drug reaction reports linked to antibacterial medications.

Publications

  • “Safety of fluoroquinolones in pediatric patients: Pharmacovigilance database analysis”
  • “Pharmacokinetic Alterations in Patients with Chronic Heart Failure: A Systematic Review”
  • “Drug-Induced Pulmonary Fibrosis: National Database Analysis”

Research Impact

The research contributions of Yury Kustov demonstrate relevance to healthcare monitoring, medication safety assessment, and evidence-based pharmacology. By utilizing systematic reviews and spontaneous report analyses, his studies contribute to discussions surrounding adverse drug reaction surveillance and therapeutic evaluation. Such research supports clinicians, pharmacologists, and healthcare researchers seeking to understand treatment-related complications in vulnerable patient populations.

Award Suitability

Yury Kustov’s publication record and involvement in pharmacovigilance-related medical studies align with the objectives of the International Forensic Scientist Awards. His focus on drug safety analysis, pulmonary complications, and healthcare risk assessment reflects scholarly engagement with medically significant challenges. The integration of database-driven clinical analysis and systematic review methodologies further demonstrates research activity associated with modern healthcare science and patient protection initiatives.

Conclusion

Yury Kustov has contributed to medicine and health sciences through publications examining pharmacovigilance, pulmonary fibrosis, clinical pharmacology, and pediatric drug safety. His academic profile reflects ongoing participation in evidence-based medical research and healthcare monitoring studies. Through indexed scholarly outputs and DOI-linked publications, his work contributes to the broader scientific understanding of pharmaceutical safety and patient-centered clinical investigation.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Yury Kustov, Author ID 58987836800. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=58987836800
  2. ORCID. (n.d.). Yury Kustov ORCID profile.
    https://orcid.org/0009-0002-4859-4322
  3. Kustov, Y. (2026). Safety of fluoroquinolones in pediatric patients: Pharmacovigilance database analysis.
    https://doi.org/10.1177/09246479251398995
  4. Kustov, Y. (2025). Pharmacokinetic Alterations in Patients with Chronic Heart Failure: A Systematic Review.
    https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms26199495
  5. Kustov, Y. (2024). Drug-Induced Pulmonary Fibrosis: National Database Analysis.
    https://doi.org/10.3390/biomedicines12122650

Hong Zhang | Medicine and Health Sciences | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

Hong Zhang
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, United States
Hong Zhang
Affiliation University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Country United States
Scopus ID 57192482890
Documents 28
Citations 550
h-index 13
Subject Area Medicine and Health Sciences
Event International Forensic Scientist Awards
ORCID 0000-0003-3056-0343

Hong Zhang, is an orthopedic surgeon, biomedical innovator, and musculoskeletal research specialist affiliated with the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children in Dallas, Texas. His research activities focus primarily on pediatric spinal deformities, growth modulation, spinal instrumentation development, scoliosis correction technologies, and minimally invasive spinal surgery. Through a combination of clinical orthopedic expertise and translational biomedical engineering, Zhang has contributed to the development of novel surgical systems and patented technologies intended to improve the treatment of severe spinal deformities and early-onset scoliosis.[1]

As Director of the Division of Creative Innovations within the Seay Center for Musculoskeletal Research, Zhang has overseen multidisciplinary investigations involving experimental spine biomechanics, orthopedic implant design, pediatric spine growth modulation, and surgical correction strategies. His publication record, citation metrics, and patent portfolio demonstrate sustained scholarly engagement in orthopedic research and spinal deformity innovation.[2]

Abstract

Hong Zhang is recognized for contributions to orthopedic surgery research, spinal deformity correction technologies, and pediatric musculoskeletal innovation. His work has focused on improving surgical outcomes for severe scoliosis and kyphosis through biomechanical research, implant design, and translational clinical investigations. Zhang has also contributed to orthopedic device development through multiple United States patents related to spinal correction systems and stabilization technologies.[3] His scholarly publications in journals such as Spine Deformity, European Spine Journal, and Seminars in Spine Surgery highlight continued engagement in experimental spine research and orthopedic innovation.[4]

Keywords

Orthopedic Surgery, Pediatric Scoliosis, Spinal Deformity, Spine Research, Musculoskeletal Innovation, Early-Onset Scoliosis, Orthopedic Instrumentation, Growth Modulation, Biomedical Engineering, Pediatric Orthopedics

Introduction

The field of pediatric spinal deformity research requires coordinated advances in biomechanics, surgical techniques, implant engineering, and long-term clinical evaluation. Hong Zhang has contributed to this interdisciplinary area through research addressing early-onset scoliosis, thoracic deformities, vertebral correction systems, and growth-preserving spinal interventions. His investigations combine experimental orthopedic science with clinically applicable instrumentation design.[5]

Zhang obtained his medical degree from Tianjin Medical University in China and completed orthopedic surgery training at Tianjin Hospital before undertaking international orthopedic research and clinical scholarship programs in Italy and the United States. Since joining the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children, he has participated in numerous collaborative orthopedic research initiatives focused on pediatric spine disorders and surgical innovation.[6]

Research Profile

Hong Zhang currently serves as Director of the Division of Creative Innovations within the Center of Excellence in Spine Research at the Seay Center for Musculoskeletal Research, Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children, Dallas, Texas. He also holds the academic position of Associate Professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.[1]

His research profile demonstrates sustained focus on pediatric spinal deformities, including early-onset scoliosis, thoracic kyphosis, spinal growth modulation systems, minimally invasive thoracoscopic procedures, and spinal instrumentation biomechanics. Zhang’s work frequently integrates engineering methodologies, experimental spine models, and translational orthopedic device development.[7]

  • Early-onset scoliosis and pediatric spine growth research
  • Orthopedic implant and spinal instrumentation development
  • Growth modulation systems for spinal correction
  • Biomechanical evaluation of spinal deformity devices
  • Experimental and translational musculoskeletal research
  • Minimally invasive spinal surgical technologies

Research Contributions

Zhang has contributed extensively to the development of innovative spinal correction systems intended for severe spinal deformities and pediatric scoliosis treatment. His patented orthopedic technologies include spinal rod reduction devices, pedicle screw systems, stabilization fasteners, and hinge-link spinal correction devices designed to improve alignment control and surgical correction efficiency.[8]

A significant component of his recent research involves the development of growth modulation systems using dynamic spinal correction approaches. Experimental investigations involving porcine models and three-dimensional simulation technologies have supported the evaluation of biomechanical effectiveness and safety profiles of novel correction systems.[9]

Zhang’s work on vertebral column resection systems and angular kyphosis reduction devices has also contributed to understanding correction strategies for severe thoracic spinal deformities. These studies have explored both implant mechanics and surgical feasibility in complex deformity correction procedures.[10]

  • Development of hinge-link spinal correction technologies
  • Novel uniplanar correction systems for angular kyphosis
  • Dynamic scoliosis correction and growth modulation research
  • Biomechanical studies of pediatric spinal instrumentation
  • Experimental orthopedic implant design and testing

Publications

Hong Zhang has authored and co-authored multiple peer-reviewed scientific publications addressing pediatric scoliosis, thoracic deformity correction, spine biomechanics, and orthopedic surgical technologies.[11]

  1. Zhang H, Lima JM, Jo CH, and Sucato DJ. The closing triradiate cartilage stage identifies accelerated curve progression in idiopathic scoliosis. Spine Deformity (2026).
  2. Zhang H, Ross D, and Sucato DJ. Evaluation of a novel angular kyphosis reduction device for vertebral column resection in severe angular kyphosis. European Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery & Traumatology (2026).
  3. Zhang H, Ross D, and Sucato DJ. A new uniplanar correction strategy for severe thoracic kyphosis: concept, device design, and simulation with a 3D-printed model. Spine Deformity (2026).
  4. Zhang H, Niese B, and Sucato DJ. Growth modulation and dynamic correction of early-onset thoracic scoliosis using a PEEK spring rib plate system: a porcine model study. Spine Deformity (2026).
  5. Brooks JT, Carron CJ, Zhang H, and Sucato DJ. Going anterior for the surgical management of pediatric scoliosis: Indications and technique pearls. Seminars in Spine Surgery (2025).

Research Impact

According to available Scopus metrics, Zhang has produced 28 indexed scholarly documents with approximately 550 citations and an h-index of 13, reflecting measurable academic influence within orthopedic surgery and musculoskeletal research communities.[1] His research output has contributed to the scientific understanding of pediatric spinal deformities, spinal growth dynamics, and orthopedic implant biomechanics.

His work has also received recognition through national and international awards, including the John H. Moe Award for Best Basic Science presented by the Scoliosis Research Society in both 2009 and 2010.[12] Additional grant support from organizations such as the Pediatric Orthopedic Society of North America and the Scoliosis Research Society further reflects the relevance of his investigations within pediatric orthopedic research.

Award Suitability

Hong Zhang’s academic profile aligns with the objectives of the Innovative Research Award due to his sustained contributions to orthopedic surgery innovation, spinal deformity correction technologies, and translational pediatric spine research. His work demonstrates interdisciplinary integration between clinical orthopedic practice, biomechanical engineering, and experimental medical device development.[8]

The combination of peer-reviewed publications, patented surgical systems, funded research projects, and international scientific recognition supports consideration of Zhang’s contributions within the field of medicine and health sciences. His focus on improving treatment strategies for complex pediatric spinal conditions reflects ongoing commitment to clinically relevant biomedical innovation.[10]

Conclusion

Hong Zhang has established a scholarly and clinical research profile centered on pediatric orthopedic innovation and spinal deformity correction. Through collaborative orthopedic research, patented instrumentation systems, and translational experimental studies, he has contributed to the advancement of spinal surgery technologies and pediatric musculoskeletal care. His publication history, research awards, and scientific contributions collectively support recognition within international academic and biomedical innovation platforms.[11]

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Hong Zhang, Author ID 57192482890. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57192482890
  2. University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. (n.d.). Faculty and research profile information for Hong Zhang.
  3. United States Patent and Trademark Office. (2010). Method for the Correction of Spinal Deformities Using Rod-Plate Anterior System.
  4. Springer Nature. (2026). Spine Deformity journal publications authored by Hong Zhang.
  5. Zhang H, Ross D, and Sucato DJ. (2026). Evaluation of a novel angular kyphosis reduction device for vertebral column resection in severe angular kyphosis.
    https://doi.org/10.1007/s00590-026-04778-y
  6. Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children. (n.d.). Seay Center for Musculoskeletal Research profile.
  7. Zhang H, Niese B, and Sucato DJ. (2026). Growth modulation and dynamic correction of early-onset thoracic scoliosis using a PEEK spring rib plate system.
    https://doi.org/10.1007/s43390-026-01284-3
  8. United States Patent and Trademark Office. (2023). Hinge-Link Spinal Correction Device and Method.
  9. Wang XB, Zhang H, and Sucato DJ. (2023). Unilateral thoracic spinal nerve resection creates early onset thoracic scoliosis in an immature porcine model.
    https://doi.org/10.1007/s00586-023-07804-3
  10. Zhang H, Ross D, and Sucato DJ. (2024). A Novel Uniplanar Clamp-Hinge Correction System for Vertebral Column Resection of Severe Angular Kyphosis.
    https://doi.org/10.1007/s43390-023-00770-2
  11. Elsevier. (n.d.). Publication and citation metrics for Hong Zhang in orthopedic research.
  12. Scoliosis Research Society. (2010). John H. Moe Award for Best Basic Science.

Ebeney Whillas | Medicine and Health Sciences | Research Excellence Award

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Ms. Ebeney Whillas | Medicine and Health Sciences | Research Excellence Award

University of Wollongong | Australia

Ms. Ebeney Whillas is a sports nutrition researcher whose work focuses on nutrition-related experiences during the transition from elite sport to post-competitive life. Her research is grounded in qualitative inquiry, addressing a critical gap in sports nutrition literature by centering the voices of former elite athletes. She is the lead author of a peer-reviewed article published in Nutrients (MDPI), which examines how entrenched sporting cultures continue to shape eating behaviours, health perceptions, and wellbeing after retirement from elite competition. Her scholarship contributes to a growing recognition that athlete nutrition support must extend beyond performance-focused phases to encompass long-term health and adjustment. Ms. Whillas’ research interests include athlete transition, sports nutrition culture, and the relationship between nutrition practices and mental wellbeing. Through her work, she provides evidence to inform more holistic, sustainable, and athlete-centered nutrition interventions across the full athletic lifespan.

Profiles: Sci Profiles | LinkedIn

Featured Publications

• Whillas, E. K., Craddock, J. C., & Lambert, K. (2025). Navigating nutrition beyond elite sport: A qualitative exploration of experiences after retirement. Nutrients, 17(24), Article 3920. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu17243920

Marta Cudzik | Medicine and Health Sciences | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Marta Cudzik | Medicine and Health Sciences | Research Excellence Award

Institute of Psychiatry and Neurology | Poland

Dr. Marta Cudzik is a psychiatry-focused physician–researcher whose scholarly work lies at the intersection of neuroscience, emotional processing, and obesity-related mental health disorders. Her research examines how affective regulation, emotional intelligence, and trauma-related psychological mechanisms influence vulnerability to depression and other psychiatric conditions. She has authored peer-reviewed studies addressing emotional dysregulation, dissociative defense mechanisms in childhood trauma, and alexithymia among individuals with obesity, contributing clinically relevant insights to contemporary psychiatric research. A central theme of her work is the integration of psychological, neurobiological, and metabolic perspectives to better understand complex mind–body interactions. Dr. Marta Cudzik is developing an emerging interdisciplinary research direction referred to as psycho-obesitology, which seeks to bridge psychiatry and metabolic medicine through evidence-based frameworks. Her research aims to support more holistic diagnostic and therapeutic strategies in mental health, with implications for prevention, personalized treatment, and translational psychiatric care.

Profile: ORCID

Featured Publications

Cudzik, M., Lis, M., Wichniak, A., & Bieńkowski, P. (2026). Alexithymia among patients with obesity: A systematic review. Journal of Psychiatric Research. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jpsychires.2025.12.030

Cudzik, M., Soroka, E., & Olajossy, M. (2019). The impact of emotional intelligence level on depression vulnerability. Current Problems of Psychiatry, 20(3). https://doi.org/10.2478/cpp-2019-0011

Cudzik, M., Soroka, E., & Olajossy, M. (2019). Dissociative identity disorder as a wide range of defense mechanisms in children with a history of early childhood trauma. Current Problems of Psychiatry, 20(2). https://doi.org/10.2478/cpp-2019-0006

Aimilios Lallas | Medicine and Health Sciences | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Aimilios Lallas | Medicine and Health Sciences | Research Excellence Award

Aristotle University of Thessaloniki | Greece

Prof. Aimilios Lallas is a leading researcher in dermatologic oncology, with a strong scientific focus on dermoscopy, skin tumor diagnostics, and non-invasive imaging in clinical practice. His research has significantly improved early detection and management of melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers through the introduction of innovative diagnostic algorithms and pattern-based approaches. He has published extensively in high-impact peer-reviewed journals, contributed to influential conference proceedings, and edited authoritative international textbooks. His work demonstrates exceptional citation impact and global research visibility. He has led and collaborated on multiple clinical research projects, contributed to translational dermatology, provided editorial and peer-review services, chaired scientific meetings, and received numerous international research awards recognizing innovation, leadership, and sustained excellence in dermoscopy research.

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Xiaowen Mao | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Xiaowen Mao | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

University of Macau | Macau

Dr. Xiaowen Mao, M.D., Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor at the State Key Laboratory of Quality Research in Chinese Medicine, Institute of Chinese Medical Sciences, University of Macau, where she leads translational research on cancer biology, immunotherapy, and tumor microenvironment modulation. She earned her Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences from the University of Hong Kong and her B.Sc. in Clinical Medicine from Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China. Her research focuses on extracellular vesicles, immune homeostasis, metabolic reprogramming in tumors, and hepatocellular carcinoma metastasis, integrating molecular, cellular, and translational approaches. Dr. Xiaowen Mao has led several high-impact projects as principal investigator, funded by the Health and Medical Research Fund, National Natural Science Foundation Young Scientist Fund, and FDCT Innovation and Technology Promotion. Her significant contributions include the development of broadly potent neutralizing antibodies targeting Nidogen 1 to inhibit tumor growth, elucidation of extracellular vesicle-mediated metabolic reprogramming in tumors, and advances in dendritic cell vaccine strategies. She holds a U.S. patent on Nidogen 1 as a diagnostic and therapeutic target for hepatocellular carcinoma, serves as Guest Editor for Frontiers in Endocrinology, and is an ad-hoc reviewer for multiple high-impact journals. According to Scopus, she has 31 publications, 1,114 citations by 1,010 documents, and an h-index of 20. Dr. Xiaowen Mao’s work bridges fundamental research and clinical translation, delivering innovative therapies and advancing precision medicine in oncology, while demonstrating a profound impact on cancer biology, immunotherapy, and translational research.

Profile: Scopus

Featured Publications

  • Xue, T. M., Yeung, C. L. S., Mao, X. W., Tey, S. K., Lo, K. W., Tang, H. N., Yun, J. P., & Yam, J. W. P. (2025). Development of a broadly potent neutralizing antibody targeting Nidogen 1 effectively inhibits cancer growth and metastasis in preclinical tumor models. Journal of Translational Internal Medicine. https://doi.org/10.1515/jtim-2025-0008

  • Xia, L., Li, C. G., Zhao, J., Sun, Q. C., & Mao, X. W.* (2025). Rebalancing immune homeostasis in combating disease: The impact of medicine food homology plants and gut microbiome. Phytomedicine, 136, 156150. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.phymed.2025.156150

  • Chen, Z., Yam, J. W. P., & Mao, X. W.* (2024). The multifaceted roles of small extracellular vesicles in metabolic reprogramming in the tumor microenvironments. Proteomics, e2300021. https://doi.org/10.1002/pmic.202300021

  • Lee, K. W., Yam, J. W. P., & Mao, X. W.* (2023). Dendritic cell vaccines: A shift from conventional approach to new generations. Cells, 12(2147). https://doi.org/10.3390/cells12172147

  • Li, S., Delvecchio, M., Ramkumar, K., Mao, X. W., Sun, X. D., & Guo, S. Z. (2023). Editorial: Clinical and genetic determinants of diabetes and complications. Frontiers in Endocrinology.

Swaroop S. Sonone | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Faculty Award

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Mr. Swaroop S. Sonone | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Faculty Award

School of Forensic Sciences, JSPM University, Pune | India

Mr. Swaroop S. Sonone, Assistant Professor at the School of Behavioural and Forensic Sciences, Jayawant Shikshan Prasarak Mandal (JSPM) University, Pune, India, is a distinguished academic and researcher specializing in Digital and Cyber Forensics, Forensic Ballistics, and Cyber Psychology. He holds an M.Sc. in Forensic Science (Digital & Cyber Forensics) and a B.Sc. in Forensic Science from Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, Aurangabad, along with a Diploma in Photography. He has qualified multiple national eligibility tests, including UGC-NET (three times) and MH-SET (SPPU, 2021), showcasing his academic competence and commitment to higher education. His research credentials, as indexed in Scopus (Author ID: 57219960845; ORCID: 0000-0002-3358-348X), include 24 publications, 670 citations, and an h-index of 5, reflecting his consistent scholarly contribution and scientific impact. Mr. Sonone has demonstrated exemplary academic leadership as Programme Coordinator, IQAC Coordinator, and Editor of the International Journal of Forensic Sciences (IJFSC). His notable publications, such as Water Contamination by Heavy Metals (2020) and Unveiling the Power of Nanoparticles for Latent Fingerprints (2024), highlight his interdisciplinary expertise bridging forensic and environmental sciences. Recognized for his excellence in teaching and research, he received the Young Forensic Faculty Award (NAEF-2025) by ThinkSakshya. Beyond academia, he actively engages in public science communication through national media, fostering forensic awareness. With his intellectual rigor, innovation, and leadership, Mr. Swaroop S. Sonone continues to advance forensic science education and research in India, exemplifying professional excellence and academic integrity.

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Featured Publications

  • Sonone, S. S., Jadhav, S., Sankhla, M. S., & Kumar, R. (2020). Water contamination by heavy metals and their toxic effect on aquaculture and human health through food chain. Letters in Applied NanoBioScience, 10(2), 2148–2166. Cited by 562.

  • Gulia, S., Rohilla, R. K., Sankhla, M. S., Kumar, R., & Sonone, S. S. (2020). Impact of pesticide toxicity in aquatic environment. Biointerface Research in Applied Chemistry, 11(3), 10131–10140. Cited by 166.

  • Verma, R. K., Sankhla, M. S., Rathod, N. V., Sonone, S. S., Parihar, K., & Singh, G. K. (2022). Eradication of fatal textile industrial dyes by wastewater treatment. Biointerface Research in Applied Chemistry, 12(1), 567–587. Cited by 74.

  • Mohan, H., Rajput, S. S., Jadhav, E. B., Sankhla, M. S., Sonone, S. S., Jadhav, S., et al. (2021). Ecotoxicity, occurrence, and removal of pharmaceuticals and illicit drugs from aquatic systems. Biointerface Research in Applied Chemistry, 11(5), 12530–12546. Cited by 65.

  • Singhal, M., Jadhav, S., Sonone, S. S., Sankhla, M. S., & Kumar, R. (2021). Microalgae-based sustainable bioremediation of water contaminated by pesticides. Biointerface Research in Applied Chemistry, 12, 149–169. Cited by 54.

Zengxin Gao | Medicine and Health Sciences | Innovative Research Award

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Dr. Zengxin Gao | Medicine and Health Sciences | Innovative Research Award

Department of Orthopedics, Zhongda Hospital, Southeast University School of Medicine | China

Dr. Zengxin Gao is a highly accomplished Chief Physician at Southeast University, Affiliated Zhongda Hospital, recognized for his expertise in orthopedics and minimally invasive spinal interventions. He completed his PhD in Orthopedics at Peking Union Medical College in 2008, following a Master’s degree in Orthopedics (2005) and a Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Medicine from Nanjing Medical University (1990). Dr. Zengxin Gao’s clinical career spans over 30 years, beginning as a physician at Nantong University Affiliated Dongtai Hospital, advancing to attending and associate chief physician, and currently serving as Chief Physician at Southeast University Affiliated Zhongda Hospital since 2015. His research focuses on spinal surgery, intervertebral disc regeneration, and innovative minimally invasive techniques for chronic low back and leg pain, particularly in elderly patients. He has led notable projects, including the Jiangsu Provincial Health Commission’s New Technology Introduction Project on percutaneous single-axis hole microscopy (2021–2023). Dr. Zengxin Gao has made significant scholarly contributions, including sole corresponding authorship in Wenbin Xuan, Yucheng Gao, Zengxin Gao. Intraspinal Bone Fragments Resorption in Thoracolumbar Burst Fracture. JAMA Neurol. 2023;80(11):1248–1249 [Cited 12]; co-first authorship in Linhui Ye, Zengxin Gao, Saeed Rohani. Intervertebral disk regeneration in a rat model by allopurinol-loaded Chitosan/alginate hydrogel. Biomol Biomed. 2023;23(4):661–670 [Cited 5]; and co-corresponding authorship in Shuhua Fang et al. Circ_0027885 sponges miR-203-3p to regulate RUNX2 expression and alleviates osteoporosis progression. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2024;25:5 [Cited 3]. He has been awarded the Provincial and Ministerial First Prize for the Medical New Technology Introduction Award (2022) for pioneering percutaneous transforaminal endoscopic intervertebral fusion. Dr. Zengxin Gao’s combination of clinical expertise, innovative research, and leadership in orthopedics underscores his outstanding contributions and makes him an ideal candidate for the Innovative Research Award.

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Featured Publications

• Xuan, W., Gao, Y., & Gao, Z. (2023). Intraspinal bone fragments resorption in thoracolumbar burst fracture. JAMA Neurology, 80(11), 1248–1249.
https://doi.org/10.1001/jamaneurol.2023.2901

• Ye, L., Gao, Z., & Rohani, S. (2023). Intervertebral disk regeneration in a rat model by allopurinol-loaded chitosan/alginate hydrogel. Biomolecules and Biomedicine, 23(4), 661–670.
https://doi.org/10.17305/bjbms.2023.8535

• Fang, S., Cao, D., Wu, Z., Chen, J., Huang, Y., Shen, Y., & Gao, Z. (2024). Circ_0027885 sponges miR-203-3p to regulate RUNX2 expression and alleviates osteoporosis progression. BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders, 25(1), 5.
https://doi.org/10.1186/s12891-023-07172-0

• Gao, Z., Lin, Y., Wu, Z., Zhang, P., Cheng, Q., Ye, L., Wu, F., Chen, Y., Fu, M., Cheng, C., & Gao, Y. (2020). LncRNA SNHG6 can regulate the proliferation and apoptosis of rat degenerate nucleus pulposus cells via regulating the expression of miR-101-3p. European Review for Medical and Pharmacological Sciences, 24(16), 8251–8262.
https://doi.org/10.26355/eurrev_202008_22592

• Gao, Z., Lin, Y., Zhang, P., Cheng, Q., Ye, L., Wu, F., Chen, Y., Fu, M., Cheng, C., & Gao, Y. (2019). Sinomenine ameliorates intervertebral disc degeneration via inhibition of apoptosis and autophagy in vitro and in vivo. American Journal of Translational Research, 11(9), 5956–5966.
https://www.ajtr.org/files/ajtr0094769.pdf