Yuchun Guan | Mineral Exploration | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Yuchun Guan | Mineral Exploration | Best Researcher Award

Zijin mining group southwest geological exploration co., ltd | China

Mr. Guan Yuchun is an accomplished Chinese geologist with a master’s degree in Mineralogy, Petrology and Ore Deposit Geology from the China University of Geosciences in Beijing, where he also completed his undergraduate studies in Geology. His academic journey was distinguished by multiple national scholarships and active leadership roles, reflecting both academic excellence and commitment to teamwork. Professionally, he has served as a geological engineer at the Beijing Institute of Mineral Resources and currently works as a senior geological engineer at Zijin Mining Group’s Southwest Geological Exploration Company, where he leads major projects in mineral resource exploration, including lithium and polymetallic deposits. His research interests encompass granite petrogenesis, polymetallic metallogenesis, geochemical exploration, and regional mineral prediction, with numerous publications in prestigious journals such as Geological Journal and Acta Geologica Sinica. Skilled in geological software and data analysis tools including Surpac, Leapfrog, ArcGIS, and CAD, he brings both technical and analytical expertise to his fieldwork and research. Mr. Guan has received several honours, including the China Nonferrous Metals Industry Science and Technology Award and recognition as an Excellent Employee and Innovation Team Member. Dedicated, innovative, and meticulous, he continues to contribute significantly to geological research and sustainable mineral exploration.

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Silviu Ionel Dumitrescu | Cardiology | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Silviu Ionel Dumitrescu | Cardiology | Best Researcher Award

Spitalul Clinic Universitar de Urgenta Militar Central Carol Da | Romania

Dr. Silviu Ionel Dumitrescu is a distinguished Romanian cardiologist and academician renowned for his leadership in cardiovascular medicine and research. He serves as Head of the Cardiology I Department at the Central Military Emergency University Hospital “Dr. Carol Davila” in Bucharest, where he oversees clinical, didactic, and research initiatives. A graduate of the “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, he obtained his PhD in Medical Sciences from the Romanian Academy, specializing in Clinical Pharmacology. His professional journey spans clinical cardiology, interventional procedures, and academic instruction, having served as an associate professor at Titu Maiorescu University. Dr. Dumitrescu’s research interests encompass subclinical cardiovascular disease, echocardiography, cardiac imaging, and prevention strategies, with significant contributions as a principal investigator and coordinator in multiple international clinical trials. His skills include advanced echocardiography, cardiac CT, Doppler ultrasound, and innovative cardiovascular diagnostics, further reflected in his authorship of numerous publications and books, including The Right Heart published by Springer. Honored with multiple national and international awards—such as the Order of Sanitary Merit and several research prizes from the Romanian Society of Cardiology—he continues to advance cardiac science with dedication to excellence, innovation, and medical education, marking him as one of Romania’s leading cardiology experts.

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Sercan Karabulut | Psychiatry | Best Academic Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sercan Karabulut | Psychiatry | Best Academic Researcher Award

Akdeniz University School of Medicine | Turkey

Dr. Sercan Karabulut is a distinguished psychiatrist and academic with a strong educational background from İstanbul Medicine Faculty and earlier training at leading Turkish schools. He completed his residency in psychiatry at İstanbul Medicine Faculty and is fluent in English and German, which has supported his international academic presence. His professional career includes service at prominent state hospitals in Antalya and Van, with his current appointment at Akdeniz University School of Medicine. His research interests span schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, substance use disorders, neuroinflammation, neurodegeneration, personality traits, psychopharmacology, and the cognitive and clinical aspects of addiction. He has published extensively in national and international journals, addressing key issues such as clozapine use in schizophrenia, cognitive impairments in methamphetamine users, psychiatric outcomes of encephalitis, and the interplay between trauma, empathy, and substance use. His research skills include clinical psychiatry, psychometric evaluation, statistical analysis, study design, and long-term patient follow-up. In addition, he has authored book chapters on addiction and psychiatric care and has actively contributed to scientific congresses through oral presentations, panels, and case reports. Recognized for his academic productivity and dedication, he has received honors in scientific meetings and has gained respect as both a clinician and researcher. Overall, Dr. Karabulut’s career demonstrates a sustained commitment to advancing psychiatry through clinical practice, research, and education, making him a valuable contributor to the understanding and treatment of complex psychiatric and addiction-related disorders.

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Sahar Mohammadnabizadeh | Health Education | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Sahar Mohammadnabizadeh | Health Education | Best Researcher Award

Mashhad University of Medical Sciences | Iran

Dr. Sahar Mohammadnabizadeh is an accomplished Iranian health educationalist and environmental scientist with extensive expertise in health promotion, public health, environmental health, and social determinants of health. She earned her Ph.D. in Health Education and Health Promotion from Kurdistan University of Medical Sciences, where her research focused on evaluating the effects of educational interventions on vitamin consumption behavior among factory workers using Protection Motivation Theory. She also holds a master’s degree in Environmental Pollution from the University of Birjand, where she investigated heavy metal bioaccumulation in fish, and a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science from Ferdowsi University of Mashhad. Professionally, she serves as a researcher at the Social Determinants of Health Research Centre and an environmental consultant, while teaching courses on health, safety, and environmental protection at multiple universities. Her research interests encompass health behavior theories, preventive health interventions, social and behavioral sciences, environmental pollutants, and community health promotion, supported by strong skills in research methodology, data collection, statistical analysis using SPSS, STATA, AMOS, Python, and GIS, alongside project management and scientific writing. She has received multiple recognitions for her contributions to research and education, including participation in international congresses, awards for student research, and editorial responsibilities. Her career reflects a consistent commitment to advancing health literacy, promoting well-being, and applying interdisciplinary approaches to solve public health and environmental challenges, demonstrating both scholarly excellence and societal impact.

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Joyce Bosmans | Navigation and Spatial Cognition | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Joyce Bosmans | Navigation and Spatial Cognition | Best Researcher Award

KU Leuven | Belgium

Dr. Joyce Bosmans is a Belgian cognitive neuroscientist and postdoctoral researcher at KU Leuven, specializing in the neural and cognitive mechanisms underlying navigation, vestibular function, balance, and spatial cognition. She earned her PhD in Translational Neurosciences from the University of Antwerp, focusing on the relationship between vestibular function, balance, and cognition, and holds a Master’s degree in Clinical and Health Psychology from KU Leuven. Her professional experience includes postdoctoral research in brain and cognition, international research stays at the German Vertigo Center, and extensive teaching at both bachelor’s and master’s levels, covering human brain imaging, neuropsychology, and clinical practicum training. She has supervised multiple master’s students across biomedical sciences, medicine, and psychology, reflecting her mentorship and leadership skills. Her research interests encompass vestibular contributions to navigation, multisensory integration, neuropsychology of stroke and cognitive impairment, and translational applications from fundamental neuroscience to clinical practice. She is highly skilled in advanced MRI analyses, cognitive testing, systematic reviews, experimental design, and stakeholder-driven research implementation. Joyce has received numerous grants and awards, including FWO travel grants, recognition for high-impact publications, and prizes for science communication and outreach, demonstrating her commitment to both scientific rigor and societal impact. In conclusion, Joyce Bosmans combines interdisciplinary expertise, methodological sophistication, and translational vision to advance understanding of human navigation and vestibular-cognitive interactions, bridging neuroscience research with clinical and societal applications.

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Bosmans, J., Moyaert, J., van Eetvelde, J., & Gillebert, C. R. (2025). Navigational difficulties after stroke: A systematic review and meta-analysis. The Clinical Neuropsychologist.

Gommeren, H., Moyaert, J., Bosmans, J., Mertens, G., Cras, P., Engelborghs, S., Van Ombergen, A., Gilles, A., Van Dam, D., & Van Rompaey, V. (2023). Evaluation of hearing levels and vestibular function and the impact on cognitive performance in (pre)-symptomatic patients with DFNA9: Protocol for a prospective longitudinal study (Rosetta study).

Bosmans, J., Gommeren, H., zu Eulenburg, P., Gilles, A., Mertens, G., Van Ombergen, A., Cras, P., Engelborghs, S., & Van Rompaey, V. (2023). Is vestibular function related to human hippocampal volume? Preprint.

Gommeren, H., Bosmans, J., Moyaert, J., Mertens, G., Cras, P., Engelborghs, S., Van Ombergen, A., Gilles, A., Fransen, E., & van de Berg, R. (2022). Accelerated cognitive decline associated with hearing loss and bilateral vestibulopathy: Insights from a prospective cross-sectional study using the Repeatable Battery for the Assessment of Neuropsychological Status adjusted for the hearing impaired in the DFNA9 population. Ear & Hearing.

Bosmans, J., Gommeren, H., Mertens, G., Cras, P., Engelborghs, S., Van Ombergen, A., Gilles, A., & Van Rompaey, V. (2022). Associations of bilateral vestibulopathy with cognition in older adults matched with healthy controls for hearing status. JAMA Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery.

Helene Vitali | Infant Vision Perception | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Helene Vitali | Infant Vision Perception | Best Researcher Award

Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia | Italy

Dr. Helene Vitali is an accomplished Italian researcher and postdoctoral scholar at the Italian Institute of Technology, where she leads the MELD Consortium at the Unit for Visually Impaired People, investigating the role of movement on multisensory perception in children and its impact on behavioral performance in ADHD. She holds a Ph.D. in Bioengineering and Robotics with a focus on cognitive robotics, interaction, and rehabilitation technologies, a master’s in Neurobiology, and a bachelor’s in Neurophysiological Techniques, demonstrating a strong academic foundation in neuroscience, neurophysiology, and developmental cognitive science. Her professional experience includes extensive research fellowships, visiting researcher appointments, and clinical collaborations in EEG and fMRI studies, exploring neural activity in blind and sighted individuals, sleep microstructures, and multisensory integration. Her research interests encompass multisensory perception, neurodevelopment, sleep, sensorimotor processing, and neuroplasticity, with applications in developmental disorders and sensory impairment. She is proficient in electrophysiological and neuroimaging techniques, data analysis, experimental design, and cognitive assessment, with a robust publication record in high-impact journals and conference proceedings. Recognized with multiple awards, including the Trainee Professional Development Award from the Society of Neuroscience and the Young Technician Communication Challenge, she is an active member of leading scientific societies, contributes to science communication, and mentors students and Ph.D. candidates. In conclusion, Helene Vitali exemplifies a dedicated scholar whose integrated expertise in neurodevelopment, multisensory processing, and applied research advances both fundamental neuroscience and practical interventions for visually impaired and neurodiverse populations.

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Jaime Charris | Medicinal Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Jaime Charris | Medicinal Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Central University of Venezuela | Venezuela

Jaime Enrique Charris Charris is a distinguished medicinal chemist from the Faculty of Pharmacy at the Central University of Venezuela, recognized for his contributions to organic synthesis, drug design, and spectroscopic methods applied to the development of molecules with anticancer and antiparasitic potential. He holds academic training in pharmaceutical sciences, medicinal chemistry, and a doctoral degree in the same field, complemented by postdoctoral research experiences in leading institutions in the United States and France. His professional trajectory includes decades of service as a professor, researcher, and academic leader, where he directed divisions, postgraduate programs, and research initiatives within his faculty, eventually attaining emeritus status. His research interests focus on the design, synthesis, and biological evaluation of heterocyclic compounds, hybrids, and functionalized derivatives for the treatment of diseases such as Chagas, leishmaniasis, malaria, and various cancers, with skills spanning synthetic chemistry, in silico ADMET profiling, pharmacological assays, and drug repurposing strategies. He has guided doctoral research, secured national research grants, and published extensively in international journals. His work has been recognized with prestigious awards, including distinctions from scientific foundations, academic institutions, and national science ministries. In conclusion, Dr. Charris combines scientific rigor, innovation, and leadership in medicinal chemistry, positioning himself as a prominent figure advancing therapeutic discovery in Latin America and beyond.

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María Fabiola De la Cerda Vargas | Pediatric Neurosurgery | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. María Fabiola De la Cerda Vargas | Pediatric Neurosurgery | Young Scientist Award

University Hospital Tübingen | Germany

María Fabiola De la Cerda Vargas is a certified neurosurgeon from Mexico and current doctoral researcher at the University Hospital of Tübingen, with advanced academic training in general surgery, neurosurgery, and pediatric neurosurgery. Her professional career integrates clinical practice, international fellowships, and university-based research, consolidating expertise in neuro-oncology, skull base surgery, and functional neurosurgery. She has participated in multidisciplinary teams in Mexico, Germany, and other international centers, contributing to both patient care and academic development. Her research interests focus on pediatric medulloblastoma, glioblastoma, neurococcidioidomycosis, tumor-related epilepsy, and the role of viral infections in central nervous system tumors. She has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles and case reports in high-impact journals, reflecting strong skills in systematic reviews, clinical trial design, molecular analysis, and advanced neuroimaging assessment. Alongside scientific production, she has presented at major international congresses and collaborated with world-renowned neurosurgical experts, which highlights her commitment to knowledge dissemination and academic exchange. She is fluent in Spanish and English and has working proficiency in German, allowing her to participate in diverse academic networks. Her honors include fellowships granted by the World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies and awards in scientific presentations, demonstrating recognition of her contributions. Overall, her profile reflects the career of a highly skilled neurosurgeon and researcher committed to advancing neurosurgical practice and improving patient outcomes through innovation, international collaboration, and scientific rigor.

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María José Membrive Jiménez | Burnout | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. María José Membrive Jiménez | Burnout | Best Researcher Award

University of Granada | Spain

María José Membrive Jiménez es una investigadora y docente en el ámbito de la enfermería con una sólida trayectoria académica y profesional. Formada en ciencias de la salud y con experiencia en distintos servicios hospitalarios, ha desarrollado una carrera que combina la práctica clínica con la investigación y la enseñanza universitaria. Su experiencia profesional incluye puestos en el sistema sanitario público, instituciones privadas y en la universidad, donde ha impartido docencia y dirigido trabajos de fin de grado, lo que refleja su compromiso con la formación de futuros profesionales. Sus principales intereses de investigación se centran en el síndrome de burnout, la salud mental, los problemas de sueño, la resiliencia y la calidad de vida de los profesionales de enfermería y pacientes con enfermedades crónicas. Entre sus competencias destacan la aplicación de metodologías cuantitativas, la realización de revisiones sistemáticas con metaanálisis, el análisis estadístico avanzado y el manejo de herramientas digitales para la enseñanza y la investigación. Ha participado en numerosos congresos nacionales e internacionales y cuenta con publicaciones en revistas de alto impacto, lo que respalda la relevancia de sus aportaciones científicas. Sus reconocimientos incluyen la participación en comités científicos y la colaboración en proyectos de transferencia de conocimiento. En conjunto, su perfil refleja una investigadora comprometida con la mejora de la práctica enfermera, el bienestar de los profesionales de la salud y la promoción de la calidad asistencial mediante la integración de la evidencia científica en la docencia y la clínica.

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Faten Limaiem | Pathology | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Faten Limaiem | Pathology | Best Researcher Award

Hospital Mongi Slim of La Marsa | Tunisia

Faten Limaïem is a Tunisian physician and academic who has built a distinguished career as an Associate Professor of Anatomic Pathology at the Faculty of Medicine of Tunis and Mongi Slim Hospital. She completed her medical studies at the Faculties of Medicine of Sousse and Tunis and went on to specialize in pathology, obtaining national board certifications and advanced diplomas in breast diseases, thoracic oncology, fetal and placental pathology, digital pedagogy, and medical education. Professionally, she combines clinical expertise in surgical pathology, cytopathology, and intra-operative consultations with a passion for teaching, mentoring, and curriculum innovation, especially in digital learning. Her research interests center on rare tumors, gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, gynecologic, fetal, and placental pathology, as well as medical education methodologies. With more than one hundred indexed publications and hundreds of citations, she has contributed substantially to medical literature and serves as a peer reviewer for numerous international journals. Her research skills include advanced histopathological analysis, diagnostic interpretation, bibliometric evaluation, and pedagogical development. She has received national recognition for academic excellence and has played a leadership role in supervising doctoral and master’s research. In conclusion, Faten Limaïem exemplifies a scholar and clinician committed to advancing pathology, education, and research at both national and international levels.

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