Antonio Rodriguez-Sinovas | Cardiology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Antonio Rodriguez-Sinovas | Cardiology | Best Researcher Award

Principal Investigator | Vall d’Hebron Research Institute | Spain

Antonio Rodríguez Sinovas is a senior biomedical researcher specializing in experimental and translational cardiology, with a strong focus on the molecular and mitochondrial mechanisms underlying myocardial ischemia–reperfusion injury, cardiac remodeling, and heart failure. Trained in veterinary medicine and neuroscience, his interdisciplinary expertise bridges basic physiology, pharmacology, and clinical cardiovascular research. His scholarly output includes a substantial body of high-impact international publications and influential review articles, widely cited within the cardiovascular research community. He has led and collaborated on competitive national and international research projects, contributing to advances in cardioprotection, mitochondrial signaling, connexin biology, and metabolic regulation in cardiac disease. His work has generated translational insights with clear societal relevance, supporting the development of novel therapeutic strategies for myocardial infarction and cardiovascular complications. In addition to research, he is actively engaged in academic mentoring, teaching, and knowledge transfer, strengthening the next generation of health scientists. He has 3774 citations from 87 documents with an h-index of 35.

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Eirini Kostopoulou | Clinical Medicine | Research Excellence Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Eirini Kostopoulou | Clinical Medicine | Research Excellence Award

Assistant Professor | University General Hospital of Patras | Greece

Dr. Eirini Kostopoulou is an Assistant Professor of Paediatric Endocrinology at the University of Patras School of Medicine, with advanced clinical and research training in Greece and leading academic hospitals in the United Kingdom. Her expertise spans paediatric obesity, monogenic and syndromic obesity, type one diabetes mellitus, growth and thyroid disorders, congenital hyperinsulinism, and lipid abnormalities. Her research focuses on molecular and genetic mechanisms underlying metabolic and endocrine diseases, including growth hormone signaling, oxidative stress, apoptotic pathways, and rare genetic causes of obesity, with direct translational impact on diagnosis and targeted therapies. She has authored a substantial body of peer-reviewed publications with strong citation impact and has contributed extensively through invited lectures, international collaborations, and multicenter clinical studies. Her work has advanced precision medicine approaches in paediatric endocrinology, improved early diagnosis of rare disorders, and strengthened clinical management strategies with meaningful societal and public health relevance. She has 499 citations from 77 documents with an h-index of 12.

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Smiljka Kovacevic | Endocrinology | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Smiljka Kovacevic | Endocrinology | Research Excellence Award

Pediatrician | University Children’s Hospital | Serbia

Dr. Smiljka Kovacevic is a pediatrician and academic researcher affiliated with the University Children’s Hospital Belgrade, with specialized expertise in pediatric endocrinology. Her clinical and scientific work focuses on metabolic and endocrine disorders in children and adolescents, with particular emphasis on type 1 diabetes, hypertension, obesity, genetic polymorphisms, and cardiometabolic risk. She has authored multiple peer-reviewed publications in internationally indexed journals and contributed scholarly chapters to biomedical reference volumes, reflecting sustained engagement in translational and clinical research. Her studies integrate genetics, metabolic profiling, and clinical outcomes, advancing personalized approaches in pediatric care. Dr. Kovacevic actively collaborates with multidisciplinary research teams across endocrinology, biochemistry, and molecular medicine. Through her research, clinical practice, and academic contributions, she supports early diagnosis, improved risk stratification, and better long-term health outcomes for children, contributing meaningfully to public health and pediatric clinical science. She has 34 citations from 9 documents with an h-index of 3.

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Agnieszka Bossowska | Neuroscience | Research Excellence Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Agnieszka Bossowska | Neuroscience | Research Excellence Award

Associate Professor | University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn | Poland

Dr. Agnieszka Mariola Bossowska is an Associate Professor at the University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Poland, with recognized expertise in human and veterinary physiology, medical biology, and neurobiology. Her research focuses on the plasticity and chemical coding of sensory neurons, particularly using porcine models relevant to human organ systems, contributing significantly to translational and experimental medicine. She has authored numerous peer-reviewed scientific publications that are widely cited and has collaborated extensively with national and international research groups in physiology, urology, and histochemistry. Her work has advanced understanding of neuro-urological mechanisms and the effects of bioactive substances on neural regulation. In addition to research excellence, she is actively involved in academic teaching and curriculum development, and her contributions have been acknowledged through multiple institutional and scientific awards, reflecting a strong societal and clinical impact. She has 374 citations from 47 documents with an h-index of 12.

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Gao Yanjing | Clinical Medicine | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Gao Yanjing | Clinical Medicine | Research Excellence Award

Chief Physician | Qilu Hospital of Shandong University | China

Gao Yanjing is a clinician–scientist and chief physician in gastroenterology at Qilu Hospital of Shandong University, with extensive expertise in liver cirrhosis, portal hypertension, gastrointestinal bleeding, and thrombotic complications of chronic liver disease. Trained in internal and clinical medicine, Gao has built a sustained academic career integrating patient-centered clinical practice with translational research. The work has resulted in a substantial body of peer-reviewed publications in leading international journals, with broad scholarly visibility and frequent citation within hepatology and gastroenterology research communities. Gao has led and participated in multicenter randomized clinical studies and investigator-initiated projects, and has collaborated closely with national and international institutions, including overseas academic medical centers. The research has directly informed clinical decision-making, optimized therapeutic strategies for cirrhosis-related complications, and contributed to improved patient outcomes and evidence-based gastrointestinal care. The researcher has 587 citations from 50 documents, with an h-index of 15.

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Michele Ammendola | Translational Research | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Michele Ammendola | Translational Research | Research Excellence Award

Professor | Magna Graecia University | Italy

Professor Michele Ammendola is a distinguished surgeon and researcher specializing in digestive and general surgery, with a particular focus on translational research in oncology and gastrointestinal disorders. He serves at the Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, Magna Graecia University, Catanzaro, Italy, and leads the Digestive Surgery Unit. His work integrates clinical practice with advanced research methodologies, contributing to the understanding of tumor neoangiogenesis, immune system interactions, and surgical innovations. Professor Ammendola has authored numerous scientific publications in internationally indexed journals and serves on editorial boards, reflecting his scholarly influence. He maintains active collaborations with leading institutions across Europe and beyond, advancing surgical techniques and patient-centered care. His research and clinical contributions have informed both practice and policy, fostering improved outcomes in complex surgical interventions and enhancing the broader societal understanding of gastrointestinal health and cancer management. He has 2559 citations from 130 documents with an h-index of 32.

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Adam Yeap | Nutrition Science | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Adam Yeap | Nutrition Science | Best Researcher Award

University of Tasmania | Australia

Adam Lien-Kym Yeap is an aquaculture scientist specialising in crustacean nutrition, with expertise in protein metabolism, amino acid requirements, and the development of evidence-based formulated feeds for emerging aquaculture species. His research integrates experimental nutrition, biochemical analysis, and statistical modelling to translate fundamental science into practical outcomes for industry application. He has authored peer-reviewed research articles and scholarly reviews in leading aquaculture journals, with work that is increasingly cited within the field. His research is supported by close collaboration with commercial partners and international academic groups, including active partnerships with researchers in the United Kingdom and Australia. Beyond research, he contributes to capacity building through teaching, student supervision, and science communication, promoting accessible dissemination of aquaculture nutrition knowledge. His work aligns strongly with global priorities in sustainable seafood production, food security, and responsible resource use. He has 16 citations from 3 documents with an h-index of 1.

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Luigi Montano | Environmental Health | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Luigi Montano | Environmental Health | Research Excellence Award

Senior Consultant | Azienda Sanitaria Locale Salerno | Itly

Luigi Montano, MD, PhD, is a physician–scientist specializing in urology and andrology, with advanced expertise in reproductive health, environmental pathology, lifestyle medicine, and evolutionary biology. His research focuses on the interactions between environment, nutrition, lifestyle, and male fertility, with particular attention to emerging risk factors such as pollutants, microplastics, and dietary patterns. He has led and coordinated several interdisciplinary research initiatives integrating clinical medicine, public health, and environmental sciences, fostering national and international collaborations across Europe and beyond. His scholarly work includes peer-reviewed publications widely cited in the fields of andrology, reproductive biology, and environmental health. Beyond academia, his work has contributed to public health awareness, prevention strategies, and policy dialogue on fertility preservation, sustainability, and healthy lifestyles, reinforcing the societal relevance of translational and prevention-oriented medical research. He has 2232 citations from 71 documents with an h-index of 24.

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Selwyn Arlington Headley | Infectious Diseases | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Selwyn Arlington Headley | Infectious Diseases | Research Excellence Award

Professor | Universidade estadual de Londrina | Brazil

S. A. Headley is an internationally recognized health scientist in veterinary pathology and preventive medicine whose work bridges animal health, infectious disease biology, and population-level health protection. His research expertise spans veterinary pathology, molecular diagnostics, neuropathology, respiratory and reproductive diseases, and emerging and zoonotic infections affecting livestock, with particular emphasis on viral and bacterial pathogens of major agricultural and public health relevance. He has produced an extensive and highly cited body of peer-reviewed research published in leading international journals and has collaborated widely with academic institutions, diagnostic laboratories, and research networks across multiple countries. His work has strengthened disease surveillance, improved differential diagnosis, and informed evidence-based control strategies in food-producing animals. Through sustained academic leadership, mentorship, and policy-relevant research, his contributions support animal welfare, agricultural sustainability, and broader One Health goals with clear societal and economic impact. He has 2551 citations from 193 documents with an h-index of 26.

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Paola Vasquez | Public Health | Research Excellence Award

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Mrs. Paola Vasquez | Public Health | Research Excellence Award

Senior Research | Murdoch University | Australia

Paola Vásquez is a registered nurse and midwife with advanced expertise in public health, health management, and health technology assessment. Her work spans community health, policy implementation, academic leadership, and applied research, with a strong focus on health equity, rare diseases, Indigenous health, and patient and public involvement. She is a Senior Research Fellow at Murdoch University’s Ngangk Yira Institute for Change, leading community-centred research that supports intergenerational wellbeing for First Nations families. Her scholarly contributions include peer-reviewed publications in high-impact international journals, systematic reviews, and policy-relevant economic and social preference analyses. She collaborates extensively with academic, governmental, and international organisations across Australia, Latin America, and Europe. Her work has directly informed national health policy, pharmaceutical funding decisions, and culturally responsive models of care, generating meaningful societal impact through evidence-based decision-making and inclusive research practice. She has 35 citations from 5 documents with an h-index of 4.

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