Mohaddeseh Ebrahimi-Ghiri | Depression | Women Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohaddeseh Ebrahimi-Ghiri | Depression | Women Researcher Award

University of Zanjan | Iran

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohaddeseh Ebrahimi-Ghiri is a distinguished behavioral neuroscientist whose research spans learning and memory, anxiety, depression, conditioned fear, sleep deprivation, and brain reward systems. She extensively employs animal models of neurological and psychiatric disorders, including Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, and hepatic encephalopathy, integrating electrophysiological techniques such as patch-clamp recording to elucidate neural mechanisms. Her work investigates the effects of pharmacological and natural interventions-resveratrol, ketamine, crocin, caffeine, and other compounds-on neurobehavioral outcomes, emphasizing neuroprotection and emotional regulation. With 54 publications cited 462 times and an h-index of 15, she has made substantial contributions to advancing cognitive and behavioral neuroscience research.

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Thomas Birngruber | Subcutaneous Injection | Breakthrough Research Award

Dr. Thomas Birngruber | Subcutaneous Injection | Breakthrough Research Award

Joanneum Research | Austria

Dr. Thomas Birngruber is a leading researcher with a distinguished record in pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and translational drug delivery research. His expertise spans dermatology, neurology, and subcutaneous drug application, including inflammatory skin diseases, biomarker identification, blood-brain barrier transport, and neuroactive nanoparticle formulations. He has authored 55 publications, accumulating 1,043 citations by 845 documents, and holds an h-index of 17. Dr. Birngruber has pioneered methodologies such as open flow microperfusion for skin and brain, ex vivo human skin models, and targeted nanoliposomes, bridging fundamental research with clinical and commercial drug development.

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Giuliano Anastasi | Mental Health Nursing | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Giuliano Anastasi | Mental Health Nursing | Research Excellence Award

University of Messina | Italy

Dr. Giuliano Anastasi  is an adjunct professor of nursing at the University of Messina and a practicing ward nurse with strong expertise in mental health, clinical nursing, public health, and nursing education. His research focuses on psychosocial wellbeing, humanization of care, moral injury, patient safety culture, and mental health nursing, with multiple 2025 publications in journals such as Applied Nursing Research, Nursing Ethics, Frontiers in Public Health, and Australian Critical Care. He has authored 24 peer-reviewed documents, achieving 184 citations across 170 citing publications and an h-index of 7, reflecting a growing and impactful scholarly profile with clear relevance to clinical practice and healthcare workforce improvement.

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Shahin Hassanpour | Physiology | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Shahin Hassanpour | Physiology | Best Researcher Award

Islamic Azad University Science and Research Branch | Iran

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Shahin Hassanpour is an established researcher in veterinary neuroscience and neuroendocrinology with expertise in central regulation of feeding behaviour, developmental neurobiology and neuroprotective bioactive compounds in animal models. His research integrates intracerebroventricular methods, behavioural assays and molecular indicators to study peptides including LEAP-2, spexin, relaxin-3, α-klotho and adrenomedullin, alongside plant-derived antioxidants affecting appetite, stress and neurodevelopment. His scholarly record comprises 91 Scopus-indexed documents, 725 citations from 432 citing documents, and an h-index of 16, evidencing sustained impact across poultry science, developmental neuroscience and veterinary pharmacology with strong translational relevance for animal health and productivity.

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Hongmin Lu | Neuroscience | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Hongmin Lu | Neuroscience | Research Excellence Award

Northeast Forestry University | China

Dr. Hongmin Lu is an environmental toxicology researcher at Northeast Forestry University whose work focuses on molecular mechanisms of pollutant-induced injury in aquatic animals and poultry. His research integrates microbiome–gut–brain axis disruption, ferroptosis, pyroptosis, oxidative stress, microplastics toxicity and metal-induced metabolic disorders, with strong emphasis on signaling pathways including Wnt/β-catenin, STAT3, PTEN/PI3K/AKT/mTOR and the NLRP3 inflammasome. He has authored thirty Scopus-indexed publications with more than one thousand four hundred citations, reflecting sustained international impact and leadership in environmental health research, with total citations of 1,470, cited by 957 documents, 30 publications, and an h-index of 21.

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Tae Sung Jung | Immunology | Best Academic Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Tae Sung Jung | Immunology | Best Academic Researcher Award

Gyeongsang National University | South Korea

Prof. Dr. Tae Sung Jung is an internationally recognized researcher in aquatic animal diseases, fish immunology, and antimicrobial resistance, with a strong focus on variable lymphocyte receptors (VLRs) and outer/extracellular membrane vesicles (OMVs/EVs) in multidrug-resistant bacteria. His research integrates fundamental immunology and applied biotechnology, advancing novel passive immune vaccines, biomarkers, and immunoprophylactic strategies for aquaculture health. He has made landmark contributions to understanding pathogenesis, host–pathogen interactions, mucosal and antiviral immunity in teleost fish, and vesicle-mediated antibiotic resistance transfer, publishing extensively in high-impact journals such as Veterinary Research, Fish & Shellfish Immunology, Scientific Reports, and The Journal of Immunology. With numerous highly cited publications, sustained leadership as a corresponding author, and editorial contributions to international scientific books, his work demonstrates exceptional academic impact, innovation, and translational relevance, making him a strong exemplar of excellence in academic research.

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EL housseini Adil | Scorpion Venom | Research Excellence Award

Mr. EL housseini Adil | Scorpion Venom | Research Excellence Award

University Ibn Zohr | Morocco

Mr. Adil EL Housseini is a dedicated PhD candidate in Biology with strong expertise in toxicology, biochemistry, and molecular characterization of scorpion venoms. Trained at Ibn Zohr University, his doctoral research focuses on the biochemical mechanisms, ecotoxicological impacts, and pathophysiological effects of Buthid scorpion venoms, alongside innovative therapeutic strategies for envenomation management. He is actively engaged in laboratory research, scientific communication, and multidisciplinary collaboration. His research interests include venom biochemistry, neurotoxicity, oxidative stress, biomedical polymers, biomaterials, and tissue injury therapies. He has published journal articles and book chapters, reflecting his commitment to advancing toxicology and biomedical sciences.

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Sylas Oswald | Mathematical Modeling | Excellence in Research Award

Dr. Sylas Oswald | Mathematical Modeling | Excellence in Research Award

National Institute for Medical Research Tanzania (NIMR) | Tanzania

Oswald K. Sylas is a dedicated mathematician whose work bridges theoretical modelling and real-world public health challenges, reflecting a strong commitment to applying advanced mathematical tools to improve disease control strategies. His academic journey includes progressive training in mathematics, culminating in doctoral studies at the University of Dar es Salaam, where he continues to refine his expertise in mathematical modelling, stochastic processes and fractional-order systems. His professional experience encompasses developing and analyzing models that address pressing health concerns such as cervical cancer, HPV vaccination dynamics and bovine tuberculosis, with several works published and others under review in reputable international outlets. His research interests center on epidemiological modelling, optimal control theory, graph-theoretic approaches, data-driven simulations and the integration of computational methods into public health decision-making. He demonstrates strong research skills in numerical analysis, model formulation, algorithm development, Markov Chain Monte Carlo methods, data interpretation and scientific writing. His academic contributions have been recognized through multiple publications and ongoing collaborations that highlight his growing impact in mathematical epidemiology. Overall, Oswald K. Sylas embodies a blend of analytical rigor and applied insight, contributing meaningfully to disease prevention research and positioning himself as a promising scholar committed to using mathematics to advance public health outcomes.

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Frank Obeng | Urology | Innovative Research Award

Dr. Frank Obeng | Urology | Innovative Research Award

university of health and allied sciences ho, volta region | Ghana

Frank Obeng is a senior lecturer and consultant urologist whose professional journey reflects a strong blend of clinical expertise, academic engagement and public health innovation, with a focus on improving urologic care, advancing prostate cancer education and strengthening surgical safety practices. His educational background spans medical training, advanced clinical specialization, public health and management, enabling him to integrate clinical proficiency with health systems thinking. His professional experience includes academic teaching, clinical service and leadership in implementation research, where he has contributed to projects centered on prostate cancer early detection, digital health interventions, circumcision safety, antibiotic stewardship and maternal health improvement. His research interests revolve around urologic oncology, health literacy, simulation-based training and the development of digital and board-game tools for community health engagement. He demonstrates strong research skills in clinical investigation, implementation science, grant development, data interpretation, and multidisciplinary collaboration. His work has earned recognition through accepted abstracts at international simulation conferences and continued involvement in high-impact research teams. Overall, Frank Obeng’s career illustrates a dedicated commitment to improving health outcomes through clinical excellence, innovative educational tools and impactful research, positioning him as a valuable contributor to urologic care and public health advancement in Ghana and beyond.

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Obeng, F., Fadil, M., Adamu, A. F., Dadee-Seshie, D. S., Okai, E. N., Agbeteti, G., Boakye, S. A., Kpankyaano, B., Zikpi, E. K., Boadu, A. W., Okai, J. N. A., Owiafe, S., & Boateng, M. O. (2025). Evaluating a behavioural theory-based board game (S-S-LIBOG) against traditional health talk (HT) in prostate cancer education: Findings from a quasi-experimental study, plus introducing 17 other S-S-LIBOGs. Healthcare, 13(23), 3135.

Obeng, F., Okai, J. N. A., & Sutherland, E. (2025). Predicting prostate cancer metastasis in Ghana: Comparison of multiparametric and PSA models. PLOS ONE, 20(5), e0323180.

Obeng, F., Ofori Boateng, M., Boatemaa Kushitor, S., Manortey, S., Mensah, L., Amankwaah-Frempong, E., … & Okai, J. N. A. (2024). A comprehensive prostate cancer risk estimation model for Ghana: Beyond PSA screening – Towards multivariable modelling. Preprint.

Zerrin Kutlu | Pharmacology | Excellence in Research Award

Prof. Dr. Zerrin Kutlu | Pharmacology | Excellence in Research Award

Ataturk University | Turkey

Dr. Zerrin Kutlu is a dedicated biochemist at Ataturk University whose work bridges academic research and translational biomedical applications, with expertise shaped through comprehensive education in biochemistry and continuous engagement in laboratory-based investigations. She has developed strong professional experience in studying oxidative and endoplasmic reticulum stress, inflammation, metabolic dysfunction, and organ injury, contributing extensively to scientific literature and interdisciplinary collaborations. Her research interests span cardiometabolic injury, diabetes complications, sepsis physiology, osteoporosis biology, redox mechanisms, ferroptosis, nanoformulations, and boron-based dermocosmetic innovations. She is skilled in experimental disease modeling, molecular assays, biomarker analysis, antioxidant therapeutics, nanotechnology-driven drug delivery, and evaluation of natural and synthetic cytoprotective agents. Her contributions include leading and participating in funded scientific projects, developing innovative therapeutic concepts, and offering consultancy for university–industry partnerships focused on bioactive compounds and product development. She has earned recognition through editorial roles in respected journals, active membership in scientific networks, and authorship of book chapters and impactful publications. Dr. Kutlu continues to advance her field with a commitment to rigorous research, innovation, and scientific integrity, and her growing portfolio reflects a career devoted to improving biomedical understanding and fostering solutions that support human health and translational progress.

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