Hristina Čolović | Neuroscience | Robotics Integration Award

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Prof. Dr. Hristina Čolović | Neuroscience | Robotics Integration Award

spec.Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at University of Nis, Faculty of Medicine, Serbia 2 Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic, Clinical Center of Nis, Serbia, SerbiašŸŽ“

Dr. Hristina Čolović is an accomplished Physiatrist specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation, with a particular focus on pediatric rehabilitation and the use of botulinum toxin in treating spasticity in children with cerebral palsy. With a robust academic background, including a PhD in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, she has made significant contributions to the field, especially in robotic neurorehabilitation after pediatric stroke. She is actively involved in clinical practice, research, and teaching, and has a record of publications in notable scientific journals.

 

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Education šŸŽ“:

Dr. Hristina Čolović completed her undergraduate studies at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Nis, Serbia, in 1992, with a distinguished average grade of 9.06. She pursued specialization in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the same institution, receiving excellent grades (5/5) in 1998. Dr. Čolović furthered her expertise with a subspecialization in Pediatric Rehabilitation from the Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade, in 2007, earning another top grade. She completed her Ph.D. in 2012, focusing on the effects of Botulinum toxin type A in the habilitation of children with cerebral palsy. Her academic foundation and continuing education have provided a solid basis for her leadership in both clinical practice and research. Dr. Čolović’s ongoing commitment to academic development is reflected in her teaching roles, where she lectures on physical medicine, pediatric rehabilitation, and neurorehabilitation at the University of Nis and other institutions.

Work Experience šŸ’¼:

Dr. Hristina Čolović has an extensive career in physical medicine and rehabilitation, spanning over 25 years. She has been a full-time faculty member at the Clinic for Physical Medicine, Rehabilitation, and Prosthetics in Nis, Serbia, since 1995. Starting in 2008, she pioneered the use of botulinum toxin type A in treating children with cerebral palsy, a therapy she has continued to develop and refine. In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Čolović has served as a professor at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Nis, specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation, where she trains future healthcare professionals. She has also been a lecturer in pediatric rehabilitation at the College of Health Sciences in Ćupria, Serbia. Dr. Čolovićā€™s career also includes significant involvement in continuing medical education, where she has lectured on topics such as botulinum toxin application and rehabilitation of foot deformities in children.

Awards and HonorsšŸ†

Dr. Hristina Čolović has received numerous awards and honors throughout her distinguished career. She has been recognized for her excellence in both clinical practice and research in the field of physical medicine and rehabilitation. Her contributions to the treatment of children with cerebral palsy using botulinum toxin type A have been particularly noteworthy. In addition to her clinical work, she has earned accolades for her leadership in education and continuous medical training. Dr. Čolovićā€™s research and teaching have been instrumental in advancing pediatric rehabilitation in Serbia and beyond. She has been honored by various medical institutions, including the Serbian Medical Society and the Serbian Medical Chamber. Her role as an invited speaker and lecturer at numerous national and international conferences further highlights her esteemed standing within the medical community. Dr. Čolović’s continued dedication to improving healthcare outcomes, particularly for children with physical disabilities, makes her a respected figure in the field.

Research Focus šŸ”¬:

Dr. Hristina Čolovićā€™s research focuses primarily on pediatric rehabilitation, with a particular emphasis on cerebral palsy and musculoskeletal disorders in children. Her pioneering work on the use of botulinum toxin type A for managing spasticity in children with cerebral palsy has had a significant impact on the field, improving functional outcomes for these children. She is also interested in exploring rehabilitation strategies for other pediatric conditions, such as congenital foot deformities and hip dysplasia. Dr. Čolovićā€™s work involves both clinical applications and functional assessments, aiming to enhance the overall quality of life for children with physical disabilities. Her research contributions include studies on motor activity in premature infants and the effects of rehabilitation interventions on neurological outcomes. Through her research, Dr. Čolović seeks to bridge the gap between innovative treatments and their practical applications in improving the health and mobility of pediatric patients, particularly those with spasticity and developmental disabilities.

šŸ“š Publications

    • A Review of Current Perspectives on Motoric Insufficiency Rehabilitation following Pediatric Stroke
      Authors: Čolović, H., Zlatanović, D., Zivković, V., Jovanović, K., Nikolić, D.
      Citations: 0
      Year: 2024
    • Can pre-treatment dysfunctional voiding and incontinence scoring system score predict treatment outcome in children with dysfunctional voiding ā€“ a randomized trial
      Authors: Živković, V.D., Čolović, H., Zlatanović, D., Vlajković, M.
      Citations: 0
      Year: 2023
    • The importance of assessing general motor activity in premature infants for predicting neurological outcomes
      Authors: Zlatanović, D., Čolović, H., Živković, V., Vučić, J., ToÅ”ić, T.
      Citations: 1
      Year: 2022
    • Factors associated with poor self-reported function and quality of life in patients with end-stage knee or hip osteoarthritis immediately prior to total joint arthroplasty
      Authors: Kocić, M., Milenković, M., Nikolić, D., Čolović, H., Stojanović, Z.
      Citations: 4
      Year: 2021
    • Endometrial immunocompetent cells in proliferative and secretory phase of normal menstrual cycle
      Authors: JanoÅ”evic, D.R., JanoÅ”evic, D.R., Trandafilović, M., Dinic, S.P.-T., Dinic, S.P.-T.
      Citations: 12
      Year: 2020
    • Upper limb robotic neurorehabilitation after pediatric stroke
      Authors: Čolović, H., Dimitrijević, L., Đurić, V., Janković, S.
      Citations: 3
      Year: 2020
    • Botulinum toxin type A for spastic cerebral palsy: Is it time to change praxis?
      Authors: Čolović, H., Dimitrijevic, L., Stanković, I., Radović-JanoÅ”ević, D., Zlatanović, D.
      Citations: 1
      Year: 2020
    • The Role of Early Habilitation in Infants with Congenital Brachial Palsy
      Authors: Živković, V.D., Stanković, I., Dimitrijević, L., Spalević, M., Savić, N.
      Citations: 1
      Year: 2018
    • The effect of physical therapy in the treatment of patients with cervical dystonia with or without concomitant use of botulinum toxin
      Authors: Stanković, I., Čolović, H., Živković, V., Živković, D., Stanković, T.
      Citations: 2
      Year: 2018
    • Chemoinformatic investigation of antibiotic antagonism: The interference of thymus glabrescens essential oil components with the action of streptomycin
      Authors: Ilić, B.S., Miladinović, D.L., Kocić, B.D., Čolović, H., Nikolić, D.M.
      Citations: 3
      Year: 2017

 

ConclusionĀ 

Dr. Hristina Čolovićā€™s profile indicates strong potential for the Robotics Integration Award. Her expertise in physical medicine and rehabilitation, combined with her research into robotic neurorehabilitation, makes her an excellent candidate for recognition. With further development in broader robotics applications and enhanced collaboration with engineers, Dr. Čolović could lead the way in advancing robotic integration into rehabilitation practices, positively impacting patient care across various domains.

 

 

Marjan Shariatpanahi | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Marjan Shariatpanahi | Ā Neuroscience | Best Researcher AwardĀ 

Associate professor at Iran university of medical sciences,Iran

Dr. Marjan Shariatpanahi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology at the School of Pharmacy, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran. With extensive experience in toxicology and pharmacology, Dr. Shariatpanahi has made significant contributions to research on neurodegenerative diseases and toxicology.

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Education šŸŽ“

Dr. Shariatpanahi holds a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm. D.) from Islamic Azad University, Tehran (2000-2006) with a thesis on thymidine phosphorylase and estrogen receptor alpha in colorectal cancer. She also earned a Ph.D. in Toxicology from Tehran University of Medical Sciences (2009-2014), focusing on the effects of PKG on spatial memory deficits and markers of autophagy and apoptosis in rats.

Work Experience šŸ„

Dr. Shariatpanahi has a diverse professional background. She has been the Head of the Pharmacology & Toxicology Department at Iran University of Medical Sciences since 2017. Her previous roles include Dean of the Educational Office (2020-2023), Head of Student and Cultural Affairs (2019-2020), and faculty member at the Neuroscience Research Center (2018-present). She has also worked as an Assistant Professor at both Iran University of Medical Sciences and Guilan University of Medical Sciences, and as a Responsible Pharmacist in various institutions.

Skills šŸ› ļø

Dr. Shariatpanahi is proficient in various research techniques, including IHC, Western blot, ICC, in vivo studies, and behavioral tests for neurodegenerative diseases. Her expertise extends to TLC, spectrophotometry, SPSS, PRISM, ELISA, and gas chromatography. She is also skilled in using atomic absorption machines and Endnote.

Awards and Honors šŸ…

Dr. Shariatpanahi has received several accolades, including being named the best professor at the Vosough Festival of IUMS (2023) and being recognized as a selected pharmacist (2022). She was also acknowledged as a top student in toxicology and pharmacy, receiving first ranks in board examinations and seminars.

Professional Memberships šŸ”—

Dr. Shariatpanahi is a member of the Iranian Association of Toxicology, the Iranian Medical Council, the Iranian Association of Pharmacists, the Iranian Probiotics Society, and the Talent Society of Tehran University.

Teaching Experience šŸ“š

Dr. Shariatpanahi has taught a wide range of courses across various levels. For Ph.D. students, she covers basics of pharmacology. For Doctor of Pharmacy students, she teaches toxicology, pharmacology, clinical toxicology, and specialized pharmacy language. Her M.Sc. teaching includes environmental toxicology, forensic toxicology, and advanced research methods, while for B.Sc. students, she focuses on toxicology.

Research Focus šŸ”¬

Dr. Shariatpanahi’s research interests include neuroscience, with a focus on autism, Alzheimerā€™s disease, memory, and Parkinson’s disease. She is also involved in toxicology, environmental toxicology, pharmacology, cell signaling, stem cell therapy, and the study of behavioral investigations on animals. Her work explores various markers and mechanisms in carcinogenesis, angiogenesis, and the protective and toxic effects of nanoparticles.

Conclusion

Dr. Marjan Shariatpanahiā€™s extensive qualifications, leadership roles, significant research contributions, and recognition in the field make him an excellent candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His achievements demonstrate a strong commitment to advancing knowledge in pharmacology and toxicology, contributing valuable insights into neurodegenerative diseases, toxicology, and pharmacology.

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Dr Sumana Chakravarty | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Sumana Chakravarty | Ā Neuroscience | Best Researcher AwardĀ 

Senior Principal Scientist atĀ CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology, India

šŸ“š šŸ‘©ā€šŸ”¬ Dr. Sumana Chakravarty is a Senior Principal Scientist at CSIR Indian Institute of Chemical Technology, Hyderabad. With over two decades of experience in chemical and biomedical research, she has made significant contributions to the understanding of psychiatric and neurological disorders, focusing on sexual dimorphism in disease mechanisms. šŸ§¬ Her work is pivotal in advancing drug discovery for gender-specific treatments.

Professional Profile:

Education

šŸŽ“ Ph.D. in Zoology (Male Reproductive Physiology) – Banaras Hindu University, 1997
šŸŽ“ M.Sc. in Zoology/Reproductive Physiology – Banaras Hindu University, 1988
šŸŽ“ B.Sc. (Honors) in Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, and English – Banaras Hindu University, 1986

Professional Experience

šŸ”¬ Senior Principal Scientist – Indian Institute of Chemical Technology, Hyderabad (2021-Present)
šŸ“š Principal Scientist – Indian Institute of Chemical Technology, Hyderabad (2016-2021)
šŸ‘©ā€šŸ« Associate Professor – AcSIR (2016-Present)
šŸ”¬ Scientist in Quick Recruitment Scheme – IICT, Hyderabad (2013-2016)
šŸ“š Assistant Professor – AcSIR (2013-2016)
šŸ‘©ā€šŸ« Guest Faculty – NIPER-Hyderabad (2012-2018)
šŸ”¬ Ramalingaswami Re-entry Fellow – IICT, Hyderabad (2009-2013)
šŸ‘©ā€šŸ« Instructor (Junior Faculty) – UTSW Medical Center, Dallas, USA (2005-2008)
šŸ”¬ Postdoctoral Fellowships – UTSW Medical Center, Dallas, USA (1999-2005)
šŸ”¬ Research Associate – ICGEB, New Delhi (1997-1998)
šŸ“š Research Scholar – Banaras Hindu University (1989-1997)

Awards and Honors

šŸ† 2024 – WSN Award in Science and Research
šŸ“ 2024 – Guest Editor, Journal of Cellular and Molecular Neurobiology
šŸ“š 2024 – Editorial Board Member, Neuromolecular Medicine
šŸŒŸ 2023 – Member, American Psychological Association
šŸ“š 2022 – Associate Editor, Frontiers in Neuroscience
šŸŒ 2022 – Ambassador, ALBA Network
šŸŒŸ 2022 – Inspiring Women Leader, Merck India
šŸ“– 2021 – Featured by The Life of Science
šŸ… 2021 – SERB-POWER Fellowship Award
šŸŒŸ 2020 – Featured in Million in STEM
šŸ† 2008 – Ramalingaswami Re-entry Fellowship
šŸŒŸ 2005 – Instructor, Dept. of Psychiatry, UTSW Medical Center
šŸ… 2003 – Departmental Representative, UTSW Medical Center
šŸ… 2000 – NIH Postdoctoral Fellowship, UTSW Medical Center
šŸŽ“ 1997 – Research Associate, Talwar Research Foundation
šŸŽ“ 1991 – UGC Fellowship, BHU
šŸŽ“ 1989 – BHU Research Fellowship

Research Focus

šŸ”¬ Biomedical Research – Focus on sexual dimorphism in psychiatric and neurological disorders
šŸ§¬ CNS Disorders – Stress-induced behavioral disorders, cerebral ischemia models
šŸ­ Animal Models – Mouse and zebrafish models for neuro-disease research
šŸŒæ Natural Products – Identifying neuroprotective compounds
šŸ’” Drug Discovery – Developing new targets and biomarkers for CNS disorders

Publications:Ā 

  • Molecular adaptations underlying susceptibility and resistance to social defeat in brain reward regions
    • Authors: V Krishnan, MH Han, DL Graham, O Berton, W Renthal, SJ Russo, …
    • Journal: Cell
    • Year: 2007
    • Volume and Issue: 131 (2)
    • Pages: 391-404
    • Cited by: 2451
    • šŸ§ 
  • Mania-like behavior induced by disruption of CLOCK
    • Authors: K Roybal, D Theobold, A Graham, JA DiNieri, SJ Russo, V Krishnan, …
    • Journal: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences
    • Year: 2007
    • Volume and Issue: 104 (15)
    • Pages: 6406-6411
    • Cited by: 921
    • ā°
  • Genome-wide analysis of chromatin regulation by cocaine reveals a role for sirtuins
    • Authors: W Renthal, A Kumar, G Xiao, M Wilkinson, HE Covington, I Maze, …
    • Journal: Neuron
    • Year: 2009
    • Cited by: 416
    • šŸ§¬
  • CREB regulation of nucleus accumbens excitability mediates social isolationā€“induced behavioral deficits
    • Authors: DL Wallace, MH Han, DL Graham, TA Green, V Vialou, SD Iniguez, …
    • Journal: Nature Neuroscience
    • Year: 2009
    • Cited by: 366
    • šŸ§Ŗ
  • Knockdown of Clock in the ventral tegmental area through RNA interference results in a mixed state of mania and depression-like behavior
    • Authors: S Mukherjee, L Coque, JL Cao, J Kumar, S Chakravarty, A Asaithamby, …
    • Journal: Biological Psychiatry
    • Year: 2010
    • Cited by: 244
    • ā°
  • Attenuation of insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome and hepatic oxidative stress by resveratrol in fructose-fed rats
    • Authors: PK Bagul, H Middela, S Matapally, R Padiya, T Bastia, K Madhusudana, …
    • Journal: Pharmacological Research
    • Year: 2012
    • Cited by: 237
    • šŸ‡
  • The influence of Ī”FosB in the nucleus accumbens on natural reward-related behavior
    • Authors: DL Wallace, V Vialou, L Rios, TL Carle-Florence, S Chakravarty, A Kumar, …
    • Journal: Journal of Neuroscience
    • Year: 20087
    • Cited by: 225
    • šŸŽÆ
  • Chronic unpredictable stress (CUS)-induced anxiety and related mood disorders in a zebrafish model: altered brain proteome profile implicates mitochondrial dysfunction
    • Authors: S Chakravarty, BR Reddy, SR Sudhakar, S Saxena, T Das, V Meghah, …
    • Journal: PloS One
    • Year: 2013
    • Cited by: 189
    • šŸŸ
  • Role of nuclear factor ĪŗB in ovarian hormone-mediated stress hypersensitivity in female mice
    • Authors: Q LaPlant, S Chakravarty, V Vialou, S Mukherjee, JW Koo, G Kalahasti, …
    • Journal: Biological Psychiatry
    • Year: 2009
    • Cited by: 152
    • šŸŒ¼
  • Androgens augment proximal tubule transport
    • Authors: A Quan, S Chakravarty, JK Chen, JC Chen, S Loleh, N Saini, RC Harris, …
    • Journal: American Journal of Physiology-Renal Physiology
    • Year: 2004
    • Cited by: 152
    • šŸš°