Hwa Young Kim | radiology | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Hwa Young Kim | radiology | Best Researcher Award

Clinical professor at Christianity, Humanity, and Academia hospital, South Korea🎓

Dr. Hwa-Young Kim, M.D., Ph.D., is an accomplished radiologist with a robust academic and clinical background. Currently a clinical professor at Gangbuk Samsung Healthcare Center, Dr. Kim has over two decades of expertise in diagnostic and pediatric radiology, marked by significant contributions to ultrasound and imaging techniques. With numerous international research collaborations, impactful publications, and awards like the Young Investigator Award, Dr. Kim’s work in neonatal imaging and deep learning applications in radiology highlights her commitment to advancing medical imaging technologies.

 

Profile 

Education 🎓:

Dr. Kim pursued her undergraduate and medical degrees at Ewha Womans University, South Korea, earning her M.D. in 1994. She specialized in diagnostic radiology through residency at Ewha Womans University Medical Center (1995–1999) and advanced her expertise with a fellowship in pediatric radiology at Seoul National University Children’s Hospital (1999–2001). Dr. Kim later completed a clinical fellowship in Cincinnati, USA (2009–2010), gaining international training in pediatric imaging. Her academic credentials were crowned with a Ph.D. in radiology from Ewha Womans University in 2005, solidifying her focus on medical imaging innovation and research.

Work Experience đź’Ľ:

Dr. Kim’s career includes academic, clinical, and research roles. After completing her training, she served as an assistant professor (2002–2007) and visiting lecturer at prestigious institutions, including Seoul National University and Ewha Womans University. Her clinical expertise spans pediatric and diagnostic radiology, with notable positions at Jaseng Oriental Medical Center and her current role as a clinical professor at Gangbuk Samsung Healthcare Center. Her international exposure includes a fellowship in Cincinnati, USA, where she gained expertise in pediatric radiology. Dr. Kim’s roles also encompass committee memberships in radiological societies, contributing to education, publications, and scientific advancements.

Awards and Honors🏆

Dr. Kim’s research excellence has been recognized through prestigious accolades such as the Young Investigator Award at the 11th World Congress of Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology (2006). Her paper on bowel sonography in neonatal sepsis earned her a nomination for the Best Scientific Paper Award at the 12th Asian-Oceanian Congress of Radiology (2008). She has also actively participated in various radiological committees, enhancing research quality and fostering global collaborations. These honors underscore her impactful contributions to pediatric radiology and imaging research.

Research Focus 🔬:

Dr. Kim’s research emphasizes pediatric radiology, with a focus on neonatal imaging, including bowel sonography for conditions like necrotizing enterocolitis. Her work integrates artificial intelligence into radiology, notably in lung nodule detection and image optimization. She has also contributed to experimental studies correlating sonographic findings with pathological conditions, advancing diagnostic accuracy and neonatal care. Her innovative approach combines clinical expertise with cutting-edge technology to enhance diagnostic tools and patient outcomes.

Conclusion 

Dr. Hwa-Young Kim stands out as a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to her significant academic achievements, innovative research, and impactful contributions to pediatric radiology and medical imaging. With minor enhancements to her portfolio in public engagement and global visibility, she can further solidify her status as a leading figure in the field.

 

đź“š Publications

  • Sonographic evaluation of neonates with early-stage necrotizing enterocolitis
    • Year: 2005
    • Journal: Pediatric Radiology
    • Authors: WY Kim, WS Kim, IO Kim, TH Kwon, W Chang, EK Lee
  • Balloon dilatation for corrosive esophageal strictures in children: radiologic and clinical outcomes
    • Year: 2010
    • Journal: Korean Journal of Radiology
    • Authors: BJ Youn, WS Kim, JE Cheon, WY Kim, SM Shin, IO Kim, KM Yeon
  • SPECT/CT imaging in children with papillary thyroid carcinoma
    • Year: 2011
    • Journal: Pediatric Radiology
    • Authors: HY Kim, MJ Gelfand, SE Sharp
  • Sonographic findings in a model of ischemia-induced necrotizing enterocolitis with pathological correlations
    • Year: 2007
    • Journal: Investigative Radiology
    • Authors: WY Kim, IO Kim, WS Kim, KM Yeon, GI Kim, SW Lee, JS Suh, HY Choi
  • Bowel sonography in sepsis with pathological correlation: an experimental study
    • Year: 2011
    • Journal: Pediatric Radiology
    • Authors: HY Kim, IO Kim, WS Kim, GH Kang
  • Ultrasonographic Findings of Thyroglossal Duct Cysts
    • Year: 2001
    • Journal: Ultrasonography
    • Authors: WY Kim, HJ Kim, JH Yoo, SW Lee
  • Deep learning-based slice thickness reduction for computer-aided detection of lung nodules in thick-slice CT
    • Year: 2024
    • Journal: Diagnostics
    • Authors: SYH Jonghun Jeong, Doohyun Park, Jung-Hyun Kang, Myungsub Kim, Hwa-Young Kim
  • Oral Contrast for Abdominal Computed Tomography in Children: The Effects on Gastric Fluid Volume
    • Year: 2010
    • Journal: Anesthesia and Analgesia
    • Authors: Mahmoud M, McAuliffe J, Kim HY, Mishra P, Salisbury S, Schnell B, Hirsch
  • Ultrasonographic Measurement of Hepatic Artery Diameter: An Adjunct for Ultrasonographic Diagnosis of Biliary Atresia
    • Year: 2007
    • Journal: Radiology
    • Authors: WY Kim, Jung Eun Cheon
  • MR findings in acute disseminated encephalomyelitis in children
    • Year: 2006
    • Journal: Journal of the Korean Radiological Society
    • Authors: WY Kim, IO Kim, WS Kim, KM Yeon
  • Evaluation of the intraspinal enhancement for medulloblastoma on MR image
    • Year: 2004
    • Journal: Journal of the Korean Radiological Society
    • Authors: KMY Wha-Young Kim, In-One Kim, Woo Sun Kim, Jung Eun Cheon
  • Meningioangiomatosis: MR imaging and pathological correlation in two cases
    • Year: 2002
    • Journal: Pediatric Radiology
    • Authors: KMY Wha-Young Kim, In-One Kim, Woo Sun Kim, Jung Eun Cheon

 

 

 

Dr RamĂłn Iglesias-Rey | neuroimaging | Best Researcher Award

Dr Ramón Iglesias-Rey | neuroimaging | Best Researcher Award 🏆

  Miguel Servet Researcher at Health Research Institute of Santiago de Compostela (IDIS), Spain 🎓

Dr. RamĂłn Iglesias Rey is a Miguel Servet Researcher at the FundaciĂłn IDIS in Spain. He leads the preclinical Magnetic Resonance Unit within the Neuroimaging and Biotechnology Laboratory. His research focuses on the molecular mechanisms of disease using animal models and bioinstrumentation. He co-founded the spin-off company, LINCbiotech, in 2017.

Professional Profile 

🎓 Education

He earned a PhD in Materials Science (2013) and a Physics degree (2006) from the University of Santiago de Compostela.

🏢 Work Experience

Dr. Iglesias has served as a postdoc and research assistant at the University of Santiago and held an international postdoctoral position in Finland (2015).

🧬 Skills

He is skilled in molecular biology, MRI, and bioinstrumentation.

Awards and Honors 🏆

He has multiple patents and co-developed the “Glutamate nanoprobe MR-agent.”

đź“š Teaching Experience

Involved in mentoring students in neuroscience and bioengineering.

 

🔬 Research Focus

Dr. Lozupone’s research primarily revolves around Alzheimer’s disease, cognitive frailty, and psychiatric conditions in the elderly. She has published extensively on neurodegenerative diseases, exploring topics such as tau-based therapeutics, antidepressant treatment in dementia, and the genetic factors influencing cognitive disorders. Her multidisciplinary research aims to improve diagnostics, therapeutic interventions, and patient outcomes in cognitive aging.

Conclusion 

Dr. Madia Lozupone is an outstanding candidate for the Cognitive Aging Excellence Award due to her extensive research contributions in Alzheimer’s disease, cognitive frailty, and late-life psychiatric disorders. Her leadership roles in several high-profile research projects, combined with her international editorial positions, make her a leader in the field of cognitive aging. By continuing to expand her collaborative research efforts and increasing her public engagement, Dr. Lozupone could further solidify her position as a top expert in cognitive aging.

📚 Publilcation 

  • Assessment of Mannitol-Induced Chronic Blood–Brain Barrier Dysfunction In Vivo Using Magnetic Resonance
    • Year: 2024
    • Journal: International Journal of Molecular Sciences
  • Precision Medicine for Blood Glutamate Grabbing in Ischemic Stroke
    • Year: 2024
    • Journal: International Journal of Molecular Sciences
  • C-Reactive Protein, Interleukin-6, and Vascular Recurrence According to Stroke Subtype
    • Year: 2024
    • Journal: Neurology
  • Edoxaban Treatment in a Post-Infarction Experimental Model
    • Year: 2024
    • Journal: European Journal of Pharmacology
  • How Can Radiomics Help the Clinical Management of Patients with Acute Ischemic Stroke?
    • Year: 2023
    • Journal: Applied Sciences
  • Influence of Temperature Chronobiology on Stroke Outcome
    • Year: 2023
    • Journal: International Journal of Molecular Sciences
  • Fibrin-Targeted Nanoparticles for Finding, Visualizing, and Characterizing Blood Clots in Acute Ischemic Stroke
    • Year: 2022
    • Journal: Pharmaceutics
  • Need for a Paradigm Shift in the Treatment of Ischemic Stroke: The Blood-Brain Barrier
    • Year: 2022
    • Journal: International Journal of Molecular Sciences
  • Stress Granules and Acute Ischemic Stroke: Beyond mRNA Translation
    • Year: 2022
    • Journal: International Journal of Molecular Sciences
  • Associations between RNA-Binding Motif Protein 3, Fibroblast Growth Factor 21, and Clinical Outcome in Patients with Stroke
    • Year: 2022
    • Journal: Journal of Clinical Medicine