Jianhua Liu | Neuroscience | Excellence in Research Award

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Mrs. jianhua Liu | Neuroscience | Excellence in Research Award

East China Normal University | China

Jianhua Liu is a dedicated Ph.D. candidate in Cognitive Psychology at East China Normal University with a strong academic foundation including an M.Sc. in Physiology from Weifang Medical University and a B.Sc. in Clinical Discipline of Chinese and Western Integrative Medicine. She has gained extensive professional experience through participation in multiple national and provincial research projects, collaborating with peers and mentors across several institutions in China, and contributing to a range of biomedical and rehabilitation studies. Her research interests center on episodic memory, oculomotor behavior, recognition memory, endothelial progenitor cells, and rehabilitation medicine, bridging cognitive neuroscience and clinical applications. She has published over ten peer-reviewed articles in both Chinese and international journals, demonstrating proficiency in experimental design, behavioral analysis, data interpretation, and interdisciplinary research methodologies. Jianhua Liu has been recognized for her scholarly excellence with awards such as the Best Research Scholar Award and the Excellence in Research Award, reflecting her commitment to advancing memory science and rehabilitation therapies. Her contributions have enhanced understanding of memory mechanisms in non-human primates and investigated cellular responses in biomedical contexts, highlighting her ability to integrate theory and practice. Overall, she stands out as a researcher who combines rigorous scientific inquiry, innovative methodologies, and collaborative engagement to drive meaningful advancements in cognitive psychology and translational medicine.

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Zhi Li | Physiology | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Zhi Li | Physiology | Best Researcher Award

Henan Agricultural University | China

Dr. Zhi Li is a distinguished academic and researcher in forestry sciences, specializing in soil conservation, plant nutrition, and eco-engineering of forest ecosystems. Serving as a Professor and M.S. tutor at Henan Agricultural University, he has dedicated his career to advancing knowledge in forest soil management and land restoration. As Deputy Director of the Tourism Management Department at the College of Forestry, he bridges interdisciplinary approaches that combine ecological conservation with sustainable land use practices. His research spans soil microbiological dynamics, erosion control, and the reconstruction of degraded forestland. Beyond teaching and mentorship, Dr. Li has actively contributed to forestry development through leadership roles in professional societies, including the China Society of Forestry. Recognized for his scholarly contributions and administrative service, he continues to influence forestry practices both nationally and internationally. His academic journey reflects a lifelong commitment to sustainable forestry, resource management, and ecological restoration.

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Education

Dr. Zhi Li built a strong academic foundation in forestry and management, beginning with a Bachelor’s degree in Tourism Management from Xinyang Normal University. His keen interest in natural resource conservation and ecosystem sustainability led him to pursue advanced studies in forestry. He completed a Master’s degree at Jiangxi Agricultural University, focusing on soil and water conservation as well as desertification control. Driven by a desire to deepen his expertise, he earned his Ph.D. from the same institution, where his doctoral dissertation examined the variation of soil microbiological characteristics and their ecological influencing factors in meadow systems. This research provided new insights into the microbial processes that drive soil fertility and forest health. His multidisciplinary educational background, integrating tourism management, forestry, and environmental science, equipped him with the knowledge and tools to address both scientific and practical challenges in ecosystem conservation, land management, and forestry sustainability.

Experience

Dr. Zhi Li’s professional career has been marked by excellence in teaching, research, and institutional service. Since joining Henan Agricultural University, he has served as a Lecturer and later as a Postdoctoral researcher, contributing significantly to both academic development and scientific innovation. Currently, as a Professor and M.S. tutor, he mentors graduate students, guiding them in advanced forestry research. His leadership role as Deputy Director of the Tourism Management Department highlights his ability to integrate ecological research with broader applications in tourism and land use. Beyond teaching, Dr. Li actively contributes to forestry science as Director of the Office of the Key Laboratory of Forest Resources Cultivation, under the National Forestry and Grassland Administration. He also serves as a Standing Committee Member of the Under-Forest Economy Branch of the China Society of Forestry. His career reflects a balance of scholarly research, academic mentorship, and service to the forestry profession.

Awards and Honors

Dr. Zhi Li’s dedication to forestry science and education has earned him recognition through academic, professional, and leadership honors. His membership in the China Society of Forestry underscores his standing in the national academic community, while his appointment as Standing Committee Member of its Under-Forest Economy Branch reflects his expertise in sustainable forestry economics. As Director of the Office of the Key Laboratory of Forest Resources Cultivation, he contributes to shaping national-level research in forest conservation and resource management. His achievements are also reflected in his service as Deputy Director of the Tourism Management Department, a role that recognizes his leadership in combining ecological conservation with applied management fields. These distinctions honor not only his research contributions but also his ability to build bridges between academia, policy, and practical forestry solutions. His accolades represent a career marked by academic distinction, scientific innovation, and professional service at multiple levels.

Research Focus

Dr. Zhi Li’s research focuses on the ecological and environmental sustainability of forest ecosystems, with an emphasis on soil, plant nutrition, and erosion control. He is particularly interested in forestland nutrition management and the mechanisms that regulate soil fertility and forest productivity. His work explores the interactions between soil microbiology, plant growth, and ecological restoration in degraded or erosive forestlands. By studying soil microbiological variations and their influencing factors, he contributes valuable knowledge to improving soil health and resilience in forestry systems. Another key area of his research involves eco-engineering approaches, which integrate biological, ecological, and engineering principles to restore degraded landscapes and promote long-term ecological balance. His investigations extend to forest plant nutrition, resource conservation, and land reconstruction strategies. Collectively, his research supports sustainable forestry practices, informs policy decisions, and advances the development of environmentally responsible methods for managing forest resources in diverse ecosystems.

 

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Title: Changes in the Quality of Idesia polycarpa Maxim Fruits from Different Ecotypes During the Growth Process
Year: 2025

Title: Investigation of Biomass and Carbon Storage of Tree Species in Zhengzhou, a Megacity in China
Year: 2025

Title: Identification and Chemical Control of Stem Canker Pathogen of Idesia polycarpa
Year: 2025

Title: Research on Urban Forest Park Management Based on Recreation Concept
Year: 2025

Title: Study on Phenotypic Variation in Wild Populations of Prunella vulgaris
Year: 2024

Title: Sex-Dependent Rhizosphere Microbial Dynamics and Function in Idesia polycarpa through Floral and Fruit Development
Year: 2024

Conclusion

Dr. Zhi Li is an accomplished forestry scientist, educator, and leader whose contributions to soil science, plant nutrition, and ecological restoration reflect a deep commitment to sustainable forestry, academic excellence, and the integration of research with practical applications for resource conservation and land management.

Camille Blackman | Neurology and Gender-Affirming Care | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Camille Blackman | Neurology and Gender-Affirming Care | Best Researcher Award

Camille Blackman is a dedicated medical student and multidisciplinary researcher with a passion for advancing gender-affirming healthcare and surgical education. Currently pursuing her MD at the University of Illinois College of Medicine, she brings a diverse background in anthropology, emergency medicine, and clinical research. Camille’s clinical experiences range from working as an EMT and physical therapist assistant to serving as a medical assistant in dermatology. Her current research at Johns Hopkins Center for Transgender and Gender Expansive Health centers on surgical outcomes, educational innovation, and health equity. She has published and presented nationally on topics like craniofacial surgery, sexual medicine, and transgender health. Outside of medicine, she is a nationally competitive runner and co-founder of Nameless Track Club. Camille also contributes to mentoring, leadership development, and medical education reform. Fluent in English and French, she exemplifies a well-rounded, compassionate, and forward-thinking physician in training.

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🎓 Education

Camille Blackman’s academic journey reflects her interdisciplinary strength and commitment to health equity. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Cultural Anthropology from Northwestern University (2012–2016), where she was also a Division 1 athlete. To transition into a medical career, she completed a post-baccalaureate pre-medical program at DePaul University (2016–2017). Camille is currently a Doctor of Medicine (MD) candidate at the University of Illinois College of Medicine, expected to graduate in 2026. Her medical education is enhanced by participation in the Surgical Exploration and Discovery (SEAD) program and leadership in multiple mentorship initiatives. Her academic excellence is evidenced by her involvement in high-impact research, her role as an M3 mentor, and her selection for honors like Academic All-Big Tens. Throughout her academic path, she has consistently demonstrated a commitment to inclusion, excellence in scholarship, and innovation in clinical care, especially for underserved populations such as the transgender and gender-diverse community.

🧪 Experience

Camille Blackman has built a robust portfolio of healthcare experience over nearly a decade. As a current research trainee at the Johns Hopkins Center for Transgender and Gender Expansive Health, she contributes to cutting-edge projects focused on surgical outcomes and health equity. Prior to that, she worked as a medical assistant at the Illinois Dermatology Institute (2020–2023), a physical therapist assistant at RUSH Rehabilitation (2018–2021), and an EMT at Medical Express Ambulance (2018–2020). Her roles have spanned both emergency and outpatient care, giving her a comprehensive clinical foundation. In addition to her hands-on experience, she’s actively involved in medical education as a mentor and peer leader at UICOM. Camille also volunteers in both clinical and community settings, including Face the Future Foundation and Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital. Her practical and research experience across diverse settings reinforces her trajectory as a future physician-leader in gender-affirming and reconstructive surgery.

🏅 Awards and Honors

Camille Blackman has been recognized for both academic and athletic excellence. She is a recipient of the prestigious Academic All-Big Ten award (2013–2016) and earned the John and Rita Canning and Dinn Brothers Student-Athlete Scholarships while at Northwestern University. In athletics, she is a Tracksmith-sponsored elite runner and has posted competitive times in major races, including a 2:48 marathon and top finishes in the Chicago 13.1 and Shamrock Shuffle. Her early accolades include the Western Massachusetts Athlete of the Year and the Tommy Cochary High School Mile Grant. As a medical student, she was selected for the Surgical Exploration and Discovery (SEAD) program and received a $25,000 pilot grant from the Hopkins Business of Health Initiative as a co-investigator for transgender health systems innovation. Her honors reflect a rare combination of scientific acumen, athletic discipline, and community impact, affirming her multifaceted contributions to medicine and public health.

🔬 Research Focus

Camille Blackman’s research centers on gender-affirming care, surgical education, and health disparities. At the Johns Hopkins Center for Transgender and Gender Expansive Health, she explores clinical outcomes related to chest masculinization and hormone therapy, and contributes to the development of transgender health infrastructure. She has authored and co-authored multiple peer-reviewed publications on subjects such as craniofacial surgery techniques, body mass index implications in gender-affirming surgeries, and innovative educational approaches like clay modeling in anatomy instruction. Camille’s forthcoming book chapters on vaginoplasty and transgender care centers further establish her as an emerging scholar in surgical education and gender health equity. She has presented her work at high-profile conferences, including the Plastic Surgery Research Council and the Sexual Medicine Society of North America. Through her research, Camille aims to enhance inclusivity, clinical outcomes, and the surgical learning experience, particularly in areas where historically marginalized populations have faced significant healthcare gaps.

✅ Conclusion

Camille Blackman is a future physician and trailblazer in gender-affirming healthcare whose interdisciplinary expertise, clinical compassion, and research innovation are advancing inclusive medicine, educational reform, and equity in surgical outcomes.

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Forshing Lui | Neurology | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Forshing Lui | Neurology | Best Researcher Award

Dr. For-Shing Lui, a U.S. citizen and licensed neurologist in California, the UK, and Hong Kong, is an esteemed academic and clinician with over four decades of international experience in neurology and internal medicine, currently serving as Professor of Neurology at California Northstate University College of Medicine (CNUCOM), where he contributes significantly to medical education, curriculum development, and professional regulatory boards.

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Education 🎓

Dr. Lui completed his M.B.B.S. from the University of Hong Kong in 1978, followed by an internal medicine residency (1978–1982) at the same institution; he then undertook neurology fellowship training at Newcastle General Hospital, UK (1982–1984), and a neurology residency at UC Davis (1995–1999), also serving as Chief Resident; his qualifications include being a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (Edinburgh), Fellow of the Hong Kong Academy of Medicine, and Fellow of the American Academy of Neurology.

Experience 👨‍🏫

Dr. Lui has served as Expert Consultant and Reviewer for the Medical Board of California, Professor and Course Director at CNUCOM since 2014, Chair of Clinical Sciences, and Vice Chair of Education; formerly, he was Staff Neurologist and Chief of Neurology at Kaiser Permanente, Clinical Professor at UC Davis, and practiced as a neurologist and internist in Hong Kong; his roles spanned clinical practice, academic leadership, curriculum design, quality assurance, and international consultancy.

Awards & Recognitions 🏅

Dr. Lui received the 2022 A.B. Baker Teacher Recognition Award from the American Academy of Neurology, the ITLE University Distinguished Teacher Award in 2021, and multiple CNUCOM Professor of the Year Awards (2019–2023); his national recognitions include listings in America’s Top Physicians and Sacramento Magazine’s Top Doctors; he won the Croucher Fellowship (1982), John Anderson Gold Medal (1978), and several medical school scholarships for academic excellence, including the Li Shu Fan Prize in Pharmacology.

Research Interests 🔬

Dr. Lui’s academic and clinical interests lie in neurology education, vascular neurology, neuroimaging, and multiple sclerosis, with a deep commitment to medical pedagogy and curriculum leadership; his research integrates neurodiagnostic techniques with clinical neurology, particularly in imaging-based teaching, and he has presented regularly at neuroradiology conferences and contributed to educational innovation in neurology training at both Kaiser Permanente and CNUCOM, reflecting a lifelong dedication to mentoring, patient care, and advancing neurologic knowledge.

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