Ata Jahangir Moshayedi | Brain Stimulation | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Ata Jahangir Moshayedi | Brain Stimulation | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Ata Jahangir Moshayedi is an Associate Professor at Jiangxi University of Science and Technology ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ with a PhD in Electronic Science ๐ŸŽ“ from Savitribai Phule Pune University ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ. He is a prolific academic ๐Ÿง  with over 90 publications ๐Ÿ“š, three authored books ๐Ÿ“–, two patents ๐Ÿงพ, and nine copyrights ๐Ÿ“. A distinguished member of IEEE โšก, ACM ๐Ÿ’ป, Instrument Society of India ๐Ÿงช, and Speed Society of India ๐Ÿš€, he contributes to editorial boards ๐Ÿ—ž๏ธ and international conferences ๐ŸŒ. His interdisciplinary expertise bridges robotics ๐Ÿค–, AI ๐Ÿค–, VR ๐Ÿ•ถ๏ธ, and embedded systems ๐Ÿ”ง, driving innovation in education and technology ๐Ÿš€.

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Education ๐ŸŽ“

Dr. Moshayedi earned his PhD in Electronic Science from Savitribai Phule Pune University ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ, specializing in robotics and automation ๐Ÿค–. His educational path is deeply rooted in multidisciplinary technologies like embedded systems ๐Ÿ”ง, machine vision ๐Ÿ‘๏ธ, and AI ๐Ÿง . With academic training grounded in both theory ๐Ÿ“˜ and application ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ, he cultivated expertise across digital systems ๐Ÿ’ก and bio-inspired robots ๐Ÿฆพ. He integrates engineering principles with computer science ๐Ÿ’ป to develop cutting-edge innovations in virtual and intelligent systems ๐ŸŒ. His educational achievements laid the foundation for his impactful career in academic research and mentoring ๐Ÿ“ˆ.

Experience ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿซ

Dr. Moshayedi has served as Associate Professor at Jiangxi University of Science and Technology ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ since 2018. He leads modules in Robotics ๐Ÿค–, Embedded Systems ๐Ÿ’ป, and Digital Image Processing ๐Ÿ“ท. He supervises UG and PG research ๐Ÿงช, formulates grant proposals ๐Ÿ’ก, and serves as a module leader and tutor across advanced computer engineering courses ๐Ÿง‘โ€๐ŸŽ“. His role includes designing learning materials ๐Ÿ“˜, aligning curriculum with accreditation standards ๐ŸŽฏ, and evaluating student performance ๐ŸŽ“. He has extensive teaching experience in C/C++ programming ๐Ÿ’พ, algorithm analysis ๐Ÿ“Š, and mobile app programming ๐Ÿ“ฑ, ensuring comprehensive academic development.

Awards & Recognitions ๐Ÿ…

๐Ÿฅ‡2024: Best Mentor, Jiangxi University ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿซ | ๐Ÿ…2022: Book Award (Unity in Embedded System Design and Robotics) ๐Ÿ“– | ๐Ÿฅ‰2022: 3rd National & 1st Provincial Prize, Handy Pipe Detector, China Computer Design Competition ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ | ๐Ÿฅ‰2021: 3rd National & 2nd Provincial, PEA Project (Pandemic Exam Assistant) ๐Ÿงช | ๐Ÿ†2021: Innovation Award, Iran National Festival ๐ŸŒ | ๐Ÿฅ‰2021: 3rd National & 2nd Provincial, RDK Cloud Robot, Intelligent Service Robot Challenge โ˜๏ธ๐Ÿค– โ€” All reflecting his excellence in guiding innovation, mentoring students ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐ŸŽ“, and advancing global tech competitions ๐ŸŒ.

Research Interests ๐Ÿ”ฌ

Dr. Moshayediโ€™s research integrates robotics ๐Ÿค–, AI ๐Ÿง , and embedded systems ๐Ÿ”ง. His work on bio-inspired robots ๐Ÿœ, mobile robot olfaction ๐Ÿ‘ƒ, and sensor modeling ๐Ÿงช explores intelligent perception and environmental interaction ๐ŸŒซ๏ธ. He develops machine vision-based systems ๐Ÿ‘๏ธ, virtual reality environments ๐Ÿ•ถ๏ธ, and smart embedded architectures ๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ. His focus on plume tracking ๐ŸŒฌ๏ธ and cloud robotics โ˜๏ธ brings autonomous systems closer to real-world application. Merging theory and practice ๐Ÿ”, his research propels innovation across intelligent systems, cyber-physical interaction ๐ŸŒ, and real-time automation, making significant strides in modern engineering and applied AI ๐Ÿค–.

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Yuanyuan Li | Movement Disorder | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Yuanyuan Li | Movement Disorder | Best Researcher Award

๐Ÿง  Dr. Yuanyuan Li is a dedicated neurologist and researcher specializing in neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Parkinsonโ€™s disease and REM sleep behavior disorder. She obtained her Ph.D. in Neurology from Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine and has been actively involved in cutting-edge research at Ruijin Hospitalโ€™s Department of Neurology. As a project leader, she has explored the role of ฮฑ-synuclein in dopaminergic neurons, investigating its transport pathways and impact on cell viability. Dr. Li has authored multiple high-impact publications in renowned journals such as Neurology and J Neuroinflammation. Her work has contributed significantly to understanding the early biomarkers of neurodegenerative disorders. She has received prestigious awards, including the National Scholarship for Doctoral Students and the Outstanding Graduate Award from Shanghai Jiao Tong University. With numerous conference presentations and accolades, Dr. Li continues to drive forward advancements in neurodegenerative disease research. โœจ๐Ÿ“š

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Education ๐ŸŽ“

๐ŸŽ“ Dr. Yuanyuan Li completed her Ph.D. in Neurology at Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, where she focused on neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Parkinsonโ€™s disease and REM sleep behavior disorder. Her doctoral research emphasized the role of ฮฑ-synuclein in dopaminergic neurons, uncovering its impact on neurodegeneration. Throughout her academic journey, Dr. Li consistently demonstrated excellence, earning the First-Class Academic Scholarship and the Meritorious Student Award. She was recognized as an Outstanding Graduate and received the prestigious National Scholarship for Doctoral Students. Beyond coursework, she actively engaged in translational research, bridging laboratory findings with clinical applications. Her education has provided a strong foundation in neurobiology, molecular neuroscience, and clinical neurology. With a passion for uncovering early biomarkers of neurodegeneration, Dr. Liโ€™s educational background has shaped her into a leading researcher in the field. ๐Ÿ“–๐Ÿงฌ

Experience ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿซ

Dr. Yuanyuan Li has extensive research experience at Ruijin Hospitalโ€™s Department of Neurology, affiliated with Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine. As a principal investigator, she led the Shanghai Jiao Tong University Doctoral Innovation Fund project, studying ฮฑ-synucleinโ€™s transport mechanisms in dopaminergic neurons and its effects on cell viability. Her expertise spans biomarker discovery, neuroinflammation, and disease progression in neurodegenerative disorders. She has collaborated on numerous high-impact studies published in Neurology, J Neuroinflammation, and NPJ Parkinsonโ€™s Disease. Dr. Li has also presented her findings at major conferences, including the National Neurology Conference and the Oriental Neurology Conference. Her experience in both basic and clinical research allows her to bridge the gap between laboratory discoveries and patient applications, advancing diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for Parkinsonโ€™s disease and related disorders. ๐Ÿฅ๐Ÿง 

Awards & Recognitions ๐Ÿ…

Dr. Yuanyuan Li has received numerous prestigious awards for her contributions to neurology and neuroscience research. She was awarded the National Scholarship for Doctoral Students, recognizing her academic excellence and groundbreaking research. She also received the Outstanding Graduate Award and the Meritorious Student Award from Shanghai Jiao Tong University. Her outstanding academic performance earned her the First-Class Academic Scholarship, demonstrating her dedication to advancing neurological research. Dr. Li has been recognized for her contributions at major conferences, winning the “Excellent Paper Presentation” award at the Oriental Neurology Conference. Additionally, she secured First Prize for Poster Presentation at the “Bo Ji Yi Yuan” Academic Forum. Her accolades reflect her commitment to advancing our understanding of neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Parkinsonโ€™s disease. These honors highlight her as a rising star in the field of neurology. ๐Ÿ…๐Ÿ“œ

Research Interests ๐Ÿ”ฌ

๐Ÿงช Dr. Yuanyuan Liโ€™s research focuses on neurodegenerative diseases, with an emphasis on Parkinsonโ€™s disease, REM sleep behavior disorder (RBD), and ฮฑ-synuclein pathology. Her work explores the molecular mechanisms driving these disorders, particularly the role of ฮฑ-synuclein in dopaminergic neurons, its transport pathways, and its impact on cell viability. She has also investigated immune biomarkers, neuroinflammation, and genetic variants associated with Parkinsonโ€™s progression. Dr. Liโ€™s studies have contributed to identifying predictive markers for early-stage neurodegenerative diseases, aiding in early diagnosis and potential therapeutic interventions. Through her publications in top journals like Neurology, J Neuroinflammation, and NPJ Parkinsonโ€™s Disease, she has advanced knowledge in the field. Her work integrates clinical and experimental neuroscience, bridging gaps between laboratory findings and real-world applications. Dr. Liโ€™s research continues to shape the understanding of neurodegenerative disorders and their early detection. ๐Ÿงฌ๐Ÿ”

 

4Publicationsย 

  • Gene Polymorphisms of Parkinsonโ€™s Disease Risk Locus and Idiopathic REM Sleep Behavior Disorder

    Biomedicines
    2025-03-24 |ย Journal article
    DOI:ย 10.3390/biomedicines13040788
    CONTRIBUTORS:ย Min Zhong;ย Yang Jiao;ย Aonan Zhao;ย Mengyue Niu;ย Jinjun Ran;ย Jun Liu;ย Yuanyuan Li

  • Understanding Causal Relationships Between Imaging-Derived Phenotypes and Parkinsonโ€™s Disease: A Mendelian Randomization and Observational Study

    Biomedicines
    2025-03-18 |ย Journal article
    DOI:ย 10.3390/biomedicines13030747
    CONTRIBUTORS:ย Yichi Zhang;ย Min Zhong;ย Zhao Yang;ย Xiaojin Wang;ย Zhongxun Dong;ย Liche Zhou;ย Qianyi Yin;ย Bingshun Wang;ย Jun Liu;ย Yuanyuan Liย et al.

  • Understanding Causal Relationships between Imaging-Derived Phenotypes and Parkinsonโ€™s Disease: A Mendelian Randomization and Observational Study

    2025-02-05 |ย Preprint
    DOI:ย 10.20944/preprints202502.0350.v1
    CONTRIBUTORS:ย Yichi Zhang;ย Min Zhong;ย Zhao Yang;ย Xiaojin Wang;ย Zhongxun Dong;ย Liche Zhou;ย Qianyi Yin;ย Bingshun Wang;ย Jun Liu;ย Yuanyuan Liย et al.

  • Network disruption based on multi-modal EEG-MRI in ฮฑ-synucleinopathies

    Frontiers in Neurology
    2024 |ย Journal article
    DOI:ย 10.3389/FNEUR.2024.1442851
    WOSUID:ย WOS:001304283700001
    CONTRIBUTORS:ย Wang, Chunyi;ย Hu, Jiajia;ย Li, Puyu;ย Zhang, Ming;ย Zhou, Liche;ย Luo, Ningdi;ย Zhu, Xue;ย Yin, Qianyi;ย Zhong, Min;ย Zhou, Xinyiย et al.

Elsa Pittaras | Neuroscience | Women Researcher Award

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Dr. Elsa Pittaras | Neuroscience | Women Researcher Award

Elsa Pittaras is a Basic Life Research Scientist at Stanford University, specializing in neuroscience, cognition, and sleep research. With expertise in molecular biology, neuroanatomy, pharmacology, and behavior, she has extensively studied decision-making processes in mice. Her research has contributed significantly to understanding sleep deprivation’s effects on cognition and memory in Down Syndrome and Alzheimer’s disease models. She has published multiple papers as both first and last author, showcasing her leadership in neuroscience. Elsa’s goal is to advance research on mood disorders, cognition, and neurochemistry, aspiring to become an independent researcher in the U.S. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ”ฌ๐Ÿง 

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Education ๐ŸŽ“

Elsa Pittaras earned a B.S. in Physiology from the University of Caen (2010), an M.S. in Neuroscience from the University of Paris Sud and ENS Cachan (2012), and a Ph.D. in Neuroscience from Neuro-PSI and the Biomedical Research Unit of the French Army (2016). Her multidisciplinary foundation in biology, physics, chemistry, and mathematics from Chรขtelet, Douai (2009) laid the groundwork for her neuroscience expertise. Throughout her education, she focused on decision-making, sleep deprivation, and neurochemical mechanisms in cognition. ๐Ÿง ๐Ÿ“š๐ŸŽ“

Experience ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿซ

Elsa Pittaras has been a Basic Life Research Scientist at Stanford University since 2022, focusing on cognitive enhancement in Down Syndrome and Alzheimerโ€™s disease models. She was a Postdoctoral Fellow at Stanford (2017-2022), investigating sleep and circadian rhythmsโ€™ effects on memory. Previously, she conducted research at the Biomedical Research Unit of the French Army (2016-2017) and completed her Ph.D. at Neuro-PSI. Her career includes internships in neuroscience at Neuro-PSI (2011-2012) and clinical observations at CHU Caen (2010). ๐Ÿ›๏ธ๐Ÿงฌ๐Ÿงช

Research Interests ๐Ÿ”ฌ

Elsaโ€™s research explores decision-making, memory, and sleep in neurodevelopmental disorders. She pioneered the Mouse Gambling Task, revealing individual decision-making strategies. Her Ph.D. identified neurochemical markers of decision-making behaviors and the effects of sleep deprivation. At Stanford, she investigates sleepโ€™s impact on cognition in Down Syndrome and Alzheimerโ€™s models, aiming to improve memory and sleep quality through pharmacological interventions. Her work bridges behavioral neuroscience with neurochemistry to enhance cognitive function. ๐Ÿง ๐Ÿ’ก๐Ÿ›Œ

Awards & Recognitions ๐Ÿ…

Elsa has received prestigious grants, including the Jerome Lejeune Research Grants (2019, 2020), the Fyssen Foundation Research Grant (2017), and travel awards for conferences such as T21RS (2021) and Advances in Sleep and Circadian Science (2019). She was also recognized by the French Society for Research and Sleep Medicine (2014) and received a European Neuroscience Federation travel award (2016). ๐Ÿ…

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  • Selectively Blocking Small Conductance Ca2+-Activated K+ Channels Improves Cognition in Aged Mice.

  • Short-term ฮณ-aminobutyric acid antagonist treatment improves long-term sleep quality, memory, and decision-making in a Down syndrome mouse model

  • Behavioral and Neuronal Characterizations, across Ages, of the TgSwDI Mouse Model of Alzheimer’s Disease.

  • Inter-individual differences in cognitive tasks: focusing on the shaping of decision-making strategies

  • Handling, task complexity, time-of-day, and sleep deprivation as dynamic modulators of recognition memory in mice

  • Enhancing sleep after training improves memory in down syndrome model mice

 

said Pournaghash-tehrani | Neuroscience | Best Faculty Award

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Dr. said Pournaghash-tehrani | Neuroscience | Best Faculty Award

 

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Education

Said Pournaghash-Tehrani earned his Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology in 1993 from The American University in Washington, D.C., where he also completed his Master of Arts in Psychology in 1990. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Distributive Science from the same institution, which he obtained in 1986. Fluent in English and German, he also has familiarity with French. He can be reached via email at spournaghash@yahoo.com or by telephone at 011-98-09122074388.

Work experience
  • Said Pournaghash-Tehrani has extensive academic and research experience in psychology. He served as a Research Associate in 2001 at the Department of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics, Loyola Universityโ€™s Stritch School of Medicine in Chicago, Illinois. In 2002, he took a sabbatical as a researcher at the Department of Psychology, Carleton University in Ottawa, Canada, focusing on cross-cultural studies related to Iranian attitudes towards the West. Since 2002, he has been an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at Tehran University, having previously held the same position at Azzahra University in Tehran from 1996 to 2001. Additionally, he was a member of the Scientific Council on Energy and Economic Studies at the Institute for International and Political Studies (IPIS) from 1998 to 2000, where he also worked as a political researcher. His early academic career included serving as a Teaching and Research Assistant at The American Universityโ€™s Department of Psychology from 1987 to 1990, where he contributed to courses such as Introduction to Psychology, Neuroscience Seminar, Psychopharmacology, Neuropsychology, Biological Basis of Behavior, and Learning and Behavior.

Books

–Fundamentals of Clinical Psychopharmacology, (2007); Samt Publications
-Drugs and Behavior, (2004); Samt Publications.
-Physiological Psychology, Tehran University Publication.
-Intimacy; Alzahra University Publication.
-Theories of Addiction, Alzahra University Publication.

Conference Presentations

Said Pournaghash-Tehrani has contributed extensively to neuroscience and psychology research, presenting his findings at prestigious conferences such as the Society for Neuroscience and the Eastern Psychological Association. His work has focused on drug discrimination learning, conditioned taste aversion, and the effects of opioids and their antagonists. In 1987, he co-authored studies assessing the discriminative stimulus properties of naloxone and the failure of cholecystokinin to counteract morphine sulfateโ€™s effects. His later research explored the antagonism of morphine stimuli, the role of buprenorphine in opiate-naive and dependent animals, and the impact of RO15-4513 on ethanol-induced taste aversion. He has collaborated with notable researchers, including A.L. Riley, contributing to investigations on diazepam exposure and behavioral toxicology. His presentations in New Orleans, Washington, D.C., Boston, and other major research venues highlight his significant role in advancing psychopharmacology and behavioral neuroscience.

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