Yanisa Pumsutas | Public Health | Research Excellence Award

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Ms. Yanisa Pumsutas | Public Health | Research Excellence Award

Research assistant | International Health Policy Program | Thailand

Miss Yanisa Pumsutas is a Thai nutrition scientist and registered dietitian serving as a Research Assistant at the Health Promotion Policy Research Center under the International Health Policy Foundation in Thailand, with a strong academic foundation in nutrition and dietetics from Chulalongkorn University and advanced postgraduate training at Mahidol University. Her professional expertise spans public health nutrition, health promotion policy, noncommunicable diseases, metabolic disorders, eating behavior, and clinical nutrition counseling. She is a licensed dietitian recognized by the Thai Dietetics Council and has held key clinical roles at leading tertiary hospitals including Bumrungrad International Hospital and Phramongkutklao Hospital, where she contributed extensively to patient care, multidisciplinary nutrition management, and professional training. Her research portfolio includes multiple peer reviewed publications as both first author and co author in high impact international journals covering obesogenic environments, refugee health access, sleep and physical activity in older adults, metabolic liver disease, work related obesity, renal nutrition, and cancer cachexia. She has also been actively involved in randomized clinical trials, systematic and scoping reviews, and community based nutrition research. Her work is widely cited and demonstrates strong interdisciplinary collaboration with national and international public health, medical, and policy research teams. In addition to research, she has made significant contributions to academic service through professional nutrition societies, where she has supported scientific conferences, delivered specialized training workshops, and contributed to policy and practice dissemination. Her work has generated meaningful societal impact by supporting evidence based nutrition policy, strengthening clinical nutrition services, improving health literacy, and advancing equitable access to healthcare for vulnerable populations, reflecting her strong commitment to translating nutritional science into sustainable public health outcomes. She has 27 citations from 5 documents with an h-index of 2.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus | ORCID

Publications

1. Thambamroong, T., Seetalarom, K., Saichaemchan, S., Pumsutas, Y., & colleagues. (2022). Efficacy of curcumin on treating cancer anorexia-cachexia syndrome in locally or advanced head and neck cancer: A double-blind, placebo-controlled randomised phase IIa trial.

2. Chirapongsathorn, S., Rintaravitoon, W., Tangjaturonrasme, B., & colleagues. (2025). Effect of a ketogenic diet on metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) progression: A randomized controlled trial.

3. Chirapongsathorn, S., Rintaravitoon, W., Tangjaturonrasme, B., & colleagues. (2023). Effect of a ketogenic diet on nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) progression: A randomized controlled trial.

4. Thambamroong, T., Seetalarom, K., Saichaemchan, S., Pumsutas, Y., & colleagues. (2022). Efficacy of curcumin on treating cancer anorexia-cachexia syndrome in locally or advanced head and neck cancer: A double-blind, placebo-controlled randomised trial.

5. Satirapoj, B., Varothai, N., Boonyagarn, N., Pumsutas, Y., Chotsriluecha, S., & colleagues. (2020). Effect of renal specific oral nutrition (ONCE Renal) on dietary intake and serum electrolytes in chronic kidney disease.

Matiyas Mamo Bekele | Clinical Medicine | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Matiyas Mamo Bekele | Clinical Medicine | Research Excellence Award

lecturer | University of Gondar | Ethiopia

Matiyas Mamo Bekele is an emerging optometry professional and clinical researcher whose work spans community eye health, refractive error–related quality of life, low-vision challenges, spectacle use, and the broader landscape of preventable visual impairment. As an academic and clinician at the University of Gondar, he integrates teaching, research, and service, contributing to the development of future optometrists, ophthalmic nurses, and ophthalmology residents while also providing comprehensive eye care through both static and outreach platforms. His scholarly work demonstrates a strong orientation toward population-based ophthalmic research, with multiple peer-reviewed publications addressing eye care utilization patterns, spectacle coverage, knowledge and attitudes toward vision correction, and the burden of ocular diseases among diverse communities and at-risk groups, including individuals with diabetes. His collaborative projects with multidisciplinary teams across hospitals, academic institutions, and public health units reflect a commitment to generating evidence that informs national strategies for equitable eye health access. Through his engagement in systematic reviews, clinical investigations, and community-focused studies, he contributes to a growing body of knowledge that supports early detection, appropriate referral pathways, and improved service delivery in low-resource settings. His involvement in national professional bodies and international volunteer organizations further underscores his dedication to strengthening training systems, capacity building, and vision-related advocacy. As a research advisor and mentor, he supports emerging scholars in pursuing impactful inquiry that addresses gaps in vision care and public health. His continuing work advances the understanding of refractive error needs, ocular morbidities, and community-based approaches to blindness prevention, positioned toward improving quality of life and reducing avoidable vision loss across broader populations. He has 10 citations from 13 documents with an h-index of 2.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID

Publications

1. Hulleck, A. A., Mohan, D. M., Abdallah, N., El Rich, M., & Khalaf, K. (2022). Present and future of gait assessment in clinical practice: Towards the application of novel trends and technologies.

2. Mohan, D. M., Khandoker, A. H., Wasti, S. A., Ismail Alali, S. I. I., & colleagues. (2021). Assessment methods of post-stroke gait: A scoping review of technology-driven approaches to gait characterization and analysis.

3. Jelinek, H. F., Osman, W. M., Khandoker, A. H., Khalaf, K., Lee, S., Almahmeed, W., & colleagues. (2017). Clinical profiles, comorbidities and complications of type 2 diabetes mellitus in patients from United Arab Emirates.

4. Maschirow, L., Khalaf, K., Al-Aubaidy, H. A., & Jelinek, H. F. (2015). Inflammation, coagulation, endothelial dysfunction and oxidative stress in prediabetes—Biomarkers as a possible tool for early disease detection for rural screening.

5. Witzel, I. I., Jelinek, H. F., Khalaf, K., Lee, S., Khandoker, A. H., & Alsafar, H. (2015). Identifying common genetic risk factors of diabetic neuropathies.

Kinda Khalaf | Biomedical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Kinda Khalaf | Biomedical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Associate Dean | Khalifa University | United Arab Emirates

Dr. Kinda Khalaf is a distinguished biomedical and mechanical engineering scholar whose career spans academic leadership, interdisciplinary research, and sustained contributions to health sciences and engineering education. As a senior academic leader, she has guided undergraduate medical and health sciences programs, chaired major curriculum and accreditation committees, and advanced quality assurance frameworks that have strengthened institutional excellence and global competitiveness. Her expertise lies at the intersection of biomechanics, musculoskeletal modeling, physiological systems engineering, biomedical device design, and innovative pedagogical practices. She has developed and delivered a wide spectrum of engineering and biomedical courses, built state-of-the-art teaching and research laboratories, and led accreditation efforts for multiple engineering and health-related programs. Dr. Khalaf has an extensive publication record and has achieved strong citation visibility in areas such as spinal and orthopedic biomechanics, human motion modeling, movement dysfunction associated with neurological and metabolic disorders, and the development of assistive and rehabilitative technologies. Her collaborative research portfolio includes partnerships with major hospitals, clinical centers, and interdisciplinary university teams, resulting in impactful studies that inform patient care, rehabilitation strategies, and translational biomedical innovations. She has also fostered significant international collaborations aimed at advancing engineering education, curriculum design, and experiential learning through modern instructional approaches. Beyond research and teaching, Dr. Khalaf has been instrumental in promoting undergraduate research, innovation ecosystems, and engineering outreach initiatives, while supporting student recruitment, internships, and career development. Her contributions extend to service on academic councils, integrity and ethics committees, research review boards, and strategic planning groups, reflecting a deep commitment to academic governance. Through her leadership, scholarly output, and dedication to bridging engineering with medicine, Dr. Khalaf has made enduring contributions to both the academic community and broader society, advancing knowledge, strengthening clinical partnerships, and shaping the next generation of biomedical engineers and health science professionals. She has 1922 citations from 161 documents with an h-index of 23.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus | ORCID

Publications

1. Hulleck, A. A., Mohan, D. M., Abdallah, N., El Rich, M., & Khalaf, K. (2022). Present and future of gait assessment in clinical practice: Towards the application of novel trends and technologies.

2. Mohan, D. M., Khandoker, A. H., Wasti, S. A., Ismail Alali, S. I. I., & colleagues. (2021). Assessment methods of post-stroke gait: A scoping review of technology-driven approaches to gait characterization and analysis.

3. Jelinek, H. F., Osman, W. M., Khandoker, A. H., Khalaf, K., Lee, S., Almahmeed, W., & colleagues. (2017). Clinical profiles, comorbidities and complications of type 2 diabetes mellitus in patients from United Arab Emirates.

4. Maschirow, L., Khalaf, K., Al-Aubaidy, H. A., & Jelinek, H. F. (2015). Inflammation, coagulation, endothelial dysfunction and oxidative stress in prediabetes—Biomarkers as a possible tool for early disease detection for rural screening.

5. Witzel, I. I., Jelinek, H. F., Khalaf, K., Lee, S., Khandoker, A. H., & Alsafar, H. (2015). Identifying common genetic risk factors of diabetic neuropathies.

Fang Yan | Chronic Diseases | Editorial Board Member

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Fang Yan | Chronic Diseases | Editorial Board Member

Assistant Professor | Central South University | China

Dr. Fang Yan is an accomplished nursing scientist whose scholarship bridges gerontological care, HIV-related psychosocial health, and gender-focused public health, reflecting a rare integration of clinical insight, social inquiry, and intervention development. With academic training spanning a Bachelor’s, Master’s, Medical Doctoral degree from Xiangya Nursing School at Central South University, and a PhD from Flinders University, she has cultivated a deeply interdisciplinary approach that elevates the rigor and relevance of nursing research. Her work is grounded in both community and clinical realities, ranging from urinary incontinence management among older adults to the complex psychosocial vulnerabilities experienced by the spouses of men who have sex with men (MSM)—groups historically underrepresented in evidence-informed care frameworks. As an Assistant Professor at Xiangya Nursing School, Dr. Yan has advanced a portfolio that demonstrates methodological strength, including randomized controlled trials, systematic integrative reviews, qualitative inquiry, scale development, and mixed-method modeling. This diversity reflects not only technical competence but an ability to generate culturally informed, contextually attuned recommendations that translate research into practice. Her nurse-led hybrid self-management model for community-dwelling older adults with urinary incontinence exemplifies translational innovation, offering a scalable intervention capable of significantly improving autonomy, symptom control, and quality of life among aging populations—a demographic urgency in many regions. Equally impactful is her extensive research on the wives of MSM in China, where she examined intimate partner violence, coping mechanisms, depression, suicidal behavior, and HIV-related vulnerabilities, producing some of the earliest nursing-led insights into this hidden population. Her publications in leading journals such as the International Journal of Nursing Studies, Journal of Advanced Nursing, and Journal of Interpersonal Violence have positioned her as a rising scholar whose work contributes meaningfully to global nursing discourse. Dr. Yan’s research excellence has been recognized through numerous competitive awards—including the Vice-Chancellor’s Award for Doctoral Thesis Excellence, China Scholarship Council support, and multiple institutional accolades—affirming both scientific merit and societal relevance. Her professional service, including roles within the Hunan Nursing Association and Chinese Nursing Association, further demonstrates leadership and commitment to advancing nursing education, policy, and community impact. While her current trajectory is distinguished by strong research output, expanding international collaboration networks, scaling pilot interventions into multicenter clinical programs, and strengthening cross-cultural comparative research would enhance the global applicability and influence of her work. Future research for Dr. Fang Yan holds significant potential in developing technology-integrated geriatric self-management platforms, advancing precision-tailored psychosocial interventions for families affected by HIV-related stigma, and exploring population-specific aging health strategies across China, Australia, and Hong Kong SAR. By deepening her engagement in implementation science and health-policy translation, she is well-poised to drive transformative models of care that improve quality of life for vulnerable older adults and socially marginalized populations globally.

Profile: ORCID 

Publications

1. Yan, F. (2025). Effectiveness of a nurse-led hybrid self-management program for community-dwelling older people with urinary incontinence: A randomized controlled trial.

2. Yan, F. (2023). Perceptions of primary health care nurses and general practitioners in the care of older people with urinary incontinence.

3. Yan, F. (2023). Construction and application of a hybrid self-management model for community-dwelling older people with urinary incontinence.

4. Yan, F. (2023). Construction and application of a hybrid self-management model for community-dwelling older people with urinary incontinence.

5. Yan, F. (2022). Perceptions and help-seeking behaviours among community-dwelling older people with urinary incontinence: A systematic integrative review.

Maryam koosha | Health Policy | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Maryam koosha | Health Policy | Editorial Board Member

Associate Professor | Institiute for humanities and cultural studies | Iran

Maryam Koosha, PhD, is an accomplished scholar in social welfare whose research spans breast cancer care, women’s health, aging studies, and social policy analysis, with a particular focus on how structural, cultural, and socioeconomic dynamics shape health outcomes in Iran. Her work demonstrates a sustained commitment to integrating social sciences with public health to advance patient-centered care and evidence-informed policymaking. Dr. Koosha has contributed extensively to the understanding of breast cancer experiences, including screening strategies, supportive care needs, lifestyle-related risk factors, and coping behaviors, collaborating widely with medical, psychosocial, and public health researchers across multidisciplinary platforms. Her publications in reputable national and international journals reflect the breadth of her scholarship, covering systematic and scoping reviews, randomized clinical trial collaborations, qualitative studies, and policy development research. Beyond oncology, she has emerged as a leading voice in gerontology and social health, developing policy models for enhancing the social well-being of older adults, analyzing policy gaps, and offering strategic directions for strengthening support systems in the context of rapid demographic change and the feminization of aging. Her academic contributions extend to cultural studies, social discourse analysis, and comparative welfare research, reinforcing her role as a thinker who bridges theory and applied policy. Dr. Koosha’s body of work reflects meaningful societal impact, informing service delivery, shaping evidence-based interventions, and providing insight for future policy reforms aimed at promoting equity, resilience, and community-centered support structures. Through her interdisciplinary collaborations, rigorous scholarship, and focus on vulnerable populations, she continues to advance the understanding of how social welfare principles can improve health outcomes and quality of life within evolving social and cultural landscapes.

Profile: Google Scholar

Publications

1. Omidi, Z., Koosha, M., Nazeri, N., Khosravi, N., Zolfaghari, S., & Haghighat, S. (2022). Status of breast cancer screening strategies and indicators in Iran: A scoping review.

2. Farajivafa, V., Khosravi, N., Rezaee, N., Koosha, M., & Haghighat, S. (2023). Effectiveness of home-based exercise in breast cancer survivors: A randomized clinical trial.

3. Khosravi, N., Nazeri, N., Farajivafa, V., Olfatbakhsh, A., Atashi, A., Koosha, M., … (2019). Supportive care of breast cancer patients in Iran: A systematic review.

4. Koosha, M., Haghighat, S., Karampoor, R., Shekarbeygi, A., Bahrami, A., … (2017). Evaluation of socio-economic status and its impact on coping behavior of patients with breast cancer.

5. Koosha, M., Hezarjaribi, J., Allameh, H., Panahi, M. A., & Lalegani, A. (2022). Designing a policy model for enhancing social health of the elderly.

Mai Kadry | Global Health | Editorial Board Member

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Mai Kadry | Global Health | Editorial Board Member 

Research Scientist | National Research Center | Egypt

Mai O. Kadry is a distinguished researcher at the National Research Centre in Giza, Egypt, recognized for her multidisciplinary contributions across metabolomics, molecular oncology, nanomedicine, toxicology, and women’s health research. Her scientific portfolio reflects a sustained commitment to unraveling the biochemical and molecular mechanisms underpinning complex diseases, with a particular focus on metabolic disorders, cancer progression, reproductive toxicology, and innovative therapeutic strategies. Through a substantial body of peer-reviewed publications, she has advanced understanding of how metabolic signatures, genomic interactions, and molecular signaling pathways can be leveraged to improve disease diagnosis, treatment response, and therapeutic safety. Her work frequently integrates serum metabolomics, network pharmacology, lipidomics, nanostructure-based drug delivery, and experimental validation models, enabling a comprehensive systems-level view of disease processes. She has collaborated extensively with national and international scientists, contributing to multidisciplinary studies on phytotherapeutics for endocrine disorders, nanoscale interventions to mitigate chemotherapeutic toxicity, and molecular crosstalk driving drug resistance in cancer cells. Her authorship and citation footprint reflect broad scholarly engagement, while her active participation in multi-institutional teams has supported knowledge exchange and capacity building within the biomedical research community. Kadry’s investigations into natural product therapeutics, oxidative brain injury mechanisms, autophagy regulation, and emerging RNA-based biomarkers contribute to public health and precision medicine, offering insights with potential translational relevance to women’s health, oncology, toxicology, and environmental exposure science. Collectively, her work demonstrates a strong commitment to scientific innovation, interdisciplinary integration, and the societal importance of developing safer, more effective therapeutic approaches that align with global health priorities. She has 462 citations from 50 documents with an h-index of 12.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID

Publications

1. Kadry, M., Author, A. A., Author, B. B., … (2025). Exploring the therapeutic potential of marjoram (Origanum majorana L.) in polycystic ovary syndrome: Insights from serum metabolomics, network pharmacology and experimental validation.

2. Kadry, M., & Author, A. A. (2025). Novel insights into SNORD-78 and miR-122-5P: The predicted diagnostic indexes of lung cancer—Drug-loaded liposome formulations competing methylcholanthrene-induced lung cancer.

3. Kadry, M., Author, A. A., Author, B. B., Author, C. C., & Author, D. D. (2025). Oxidative brain injury ascending from DMBA: Metabolomics and BRAF3/FKBR/A2m molecular signaling crosstalk.

4. Kadry, M., Author, A. A., Author, B. B., … (2025). Metabolomics integrated genomics approach: Understanding multidrug resistance phenotype in MCF-7 breast cancer cells exposed to doxorubicin and ABCA1/EGFR/PI3K/PTEN crosstalk.

5. Kadry, M., Author, A. A., & Author, B. B. (2025). Titanium nanostructure mitigating doxorubicin-induced testicular toxicity in rats via regulating major autophagy signaling pathways.

Onesmus Byamukama | Maternal Health | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Onesmus Byamukama | Maternal Health | Best Researcher Award

Obstetrician | Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital | Uganda

Dr. Byamukama Onesmus is an accomplished Obstetrician, Gynaecologist, and Urogynaecologist whose clinical, academic, and research career reflects a deep commitment to advancing maternal and reproductive health in resource-limited settings. Trained across leading institutions in Uganda and internationally, his expertise spans obstetrics, gynaecology, minimally invasive surgery, female pelvic floor reconstruction, biostatistics, and sexual and reproductive health research. He has contributed to impactful studies on childhood tuberculosis diagnostics through collaborations with Médecins Sans Frontières and Epicentre, where he supported the evaluation of non-sputum diagnostic tools for high-risk children, leading to peer-reviewed publications that informed global discussions on paediatric TB detection. His subsequent research in maternal health has focused on key drivers of maternal morbidity and mortality, including caesarean delivery trends, short birth intervals, pre-eclampsia management, and adolescent pregnancy outcomes. As a clinician-scientist at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital and Mbarara University of Science and Technology, he provides specialist care while leading institutional quality-improvement initiatives, maternal and perinatal death surveillance activities, and national capacity-building efforts such as cervical cancer screening programs. His scholarly contributions include multiple publications, conference presentations across Africa, Europe, and Asia, and collaborations with international research networks, academic institutions, and global health organisations. He has received competitive research grants and travel awards that support ongoing projects in pre-eclampsia management, adolescent maternal health, and sexual and reproductive health training. Beyond academia, his work has generated meaningful societal impact by strengthening clinical practice in underserved communities, advancing evidence-based maternal health interventions, and shaping policy dialogue on reproductive health challenges in sub-Saharan Africa. Dr. Onesmus’s career embodies a sustained pursuit of innovation, equitable care, and scientific excellence aimed at improving outcomes for women and newborns. He has 44 citations from 15 documents with an h-index of 4.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID

Publications

1. Wehlie, H. O., Tornes, Y. F., Businge, J., Byamukama, O., Kayondo, M., Kalyebara, P. K., Ngonzi, J., Lugobe, H. M., Ainomugisha, B., & Tibaijuka, L. (2025). Association between hyperuricemia and adverse perinatal outcomes among women with preeclampsia at a tertiary hospital in Southwestern Uganda: A prospective cohort study.

2. Yel, Y., Kanyesigye, H., Kato, P., Tibaijuka, L., Akandwanaho, G., Turanzomwe, S., Akello, R., Ngonzi, J., Kayondo, M., & Byamukama, O. (2025). Association between short birth interval and immediate adverse perinatal outcomes among women delivering at a tertiary hospital in South-Western Uganda.

3. Churiwal, M., Kintu, T. M., Byamukama, O., Bassett, I. V., Siedner, M. J., Byamukama, A., Tindimwebwa, E., Chitneni, P., Adong, J., Kumbakumba, E., et al. (2025). HIV and syphilis coinfection in pregnancy and adverse birth outcomes in Uganda.

4. Kakama, C., Agaba, D., Byamukama, O., Kajabwangu, R., Kengonzi, E., Akol, M., Muhumuza, A., Businge, J., Turanzomwe, S., & Ainomugisha, B., et al. (2025). Prevalence of, and factors associated with hemodynamic instability among women presenting with incomplete abortion at a tertiary hospital in Southwestern Uganda.

5. Byamukama, O., Tarnay, C., Ainomugisha, B., Tibaijuka, L., Kajabwangu, R., Kalyebara, P., Lugobe, H., Geissbuehler, V., & Kayondo, M. (2024). Iatrogenic female genitourinary fistula in Uganda: Etiology, twelve-year trends, and risk factors for development following cesarean section.

Nupur Kohli | Biomedical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Nupur Kohli | Biomedical Engineering | Best Researcher Award 

Assistant professor | Khalifa University | United Arab Emirates

Dr. Nupur Kohli is a biomedical scientist and academic whose career spans regenerative medicine, stem cell biology, biomaterials, and translational musculoskeletal research, with a strong commitment to advancing innovative therapies and bridging laboratory discoveries with real-world clinical applications. She serves as an Assistant Professor of Biomedical Engineering at Khalifa University, where she leads a regenerative therapies laboratory focused on developing stem cell–based and bioengineered solutions for complex musculoskeletal conditions while contributing to curriculum development and departmental growth. Her earlier roles across leading institutions in the United Kingdom, Japan, and the United Arab Emirates include pioneering sterile tissue culture facilities, developing bioreactor systems for implant evaluation, establishing angiogenesis testing laboratories, and inventing a patented extracellular matrix biomaterial currently progressing through pre-clinical testing. Her scholarship encompasses high-impact publications in internationally reputed journals, book chapters, invited talks, and peer-review contributions, reflecting a sustained record of scientific leadership and innovation. She has cultivated collaborations with globally recognized institutions, including Imperial College London, Karolinska Institute, and multidisciplinary teams of clinicians and engineers, enabling cross-sectoral research with strong translational relevance. Her work has also contributed to identifying molecular biomarkers, optimizing scaffold-based regeneration strategies, and advancing multi-omics–driven approaches to autoimmune and inflammatory disorders. Beyond academia, she actively supports capacity building through mentoring, developing internship programs, strengthening student engagement initiatives, and fostering entrepreneurial activities, including founding a biotechnology start-up focused on regenerative technologies. Her contributions have been recognized through competitive awards, invited presentations, professional memberships, and affiliations with international societies dedicated to stem cell science and biomedical engineering. Dr. Kohli’s research and innovation efforts continue to influence regenerative medicine, personalized therapies, and biomaterial development, demonstrating a profound societal impact through advancing scientific knowledge, improving clinical pathways, and supporting the future workforce in health and biomedical sciences. She has 614 citations from 25 documents with an h-index of 13.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus

Publications

1. Kohli, N., Ho, S., Brown, S. J., Sawadkar, P., Sharma, V., Snow, M., & colleagues. (2018). Bone remodelling in vitro: Where are we headed? A review on the current understanding of physiological bone remodelling and inflammation and the strategies for testing.

2. Kohli, N., Stoddart, J. C., & van Arkel, R. J. (2021). The limit of tolerable micromotion for implant osseointegration: A systematic review.

3. Kohli, N., Wright, K. T., Sammons, R. L., Jeys, L., Snow, M., & Johnson, W. E. B. (2015). An in vitro comparison of the incorporation, growth, and chondrogenic potential of human bone marrow versus adipose tissue mesenchymal stem cells in scaffolds.

4. Sawadkar, P., Mohanakrishnan, J., Rajasekar, P., Rahmani, B., Kohli, N., & colleagues. (2020). A synergistic relationship between polycaprolactone and natural polymers enhances the physical properties and biological activity of scaffolds.

5. Kohli, N., Sharma, V., Orera, A., Sawadkar, P., Owji, N., Frost, O. G., Bailey, R. J., & colleagues. (2021). Pro-angiogenic and osteogenic composite scaffolds of fibrin, alginate and calcium phosphate for bone tissue engineering.

Yousef Moradi | Epidemiology | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Yousef Moradi | Epidemiology | Best Researcher Award

Epidemiologist | Kurdistan University | Iran

Dr. Yousef Moradi is an accomplished researcher and academic whose work spans epidemiology, public health, and biomedical sciences, reflecting a sustained commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and improving population health outcomes. His expertise integrates communicable and non-communicable disease epidemiology, health inequalities, infectious disease surveillance, molecular and clinical research, and advanced evidence-synthesis methodologies. He has authored an extensive body of peer-reviewed publications and earned broad scholarly recognition through citations, editorial contributions, and active peer-review involvement with reputable international journals. Dr. Moradi’s research collaborations extend across multidisciplinary teams, national health authorities, and global agencies, contributing to policy-relevant studies, community-centered interventions, and high-impact investigations focused on vulnerable and high-risk populations. His work has informed health service delivery, strengthened public health programs, refined national guidelines, and generated actionable insights for health system improvement. He has also contributed meaningfully to academic environments through postgraduate teaching, thesis supervision, professional development activities, and curriculum enhancement, fostering a culture of scientific rigor and student achievement. His leadership in research design, data analytics, field implementation, and interdisciplinary coordination supports evidence-based decision-making and the development of informed health policies. With a strong record of contribution to global scientific discourse, a commitment to ethical and equity-driven research, and active engagement in collaborative investigations, Dr. Yousef Moradi continues to advance public health knowledge, address emerging health challenges, and promote socially responsive, evidence-informed solutions with lasting societal impact. He has 19639 citations from 233 documents with an h-index of 39.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus | ORCID

Publications

1. Ghadirzadeh, B., Afshar, M., Afraie, M., Moradveisi, B., & Moradi, Y. (2025). Efficacy of zinc sulfate supplementation in managing neonatal hyperbilirubinemia: A meta-analysis. The Journal of Maternal-Fetal & Neonatal Medicine.

2. Ouyang, F., Hu, W., Reisman, J., Pogoda, T. K., Carlson, K. F., Liu, W., Moradi, Y., & colleagues. (2025). Association between PTSD and health-related social needs in US Veterans: An NLP analysis using Veterans Health Administration data. Journal of Affective Disorders.

3. Mestrovic, T., Naghavi, M., Aguilar, G. R., Weaver, N. D., Swetschinski, L. R., & colleagues. (2025). The burden of bacterial antimicrobial resistance in the WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region 1990–2021: A cross-country systematic analysis with forecasts to 2050. The Lancet Public Health.

4. Ghaderkhanzadeh, H., Asadi, J., Hemmati, Z., Saed, L., Nouri, E., & Moradi, Y. (2025). The role of thyroid autoimmunity in assisted reproductive techniques outcomes: An updated comprehensive meta-analysis. Clinical and Experimental Obstetrics & Gynecology.

5. Rahimi, M., Haghighi, L., Majidnia, M., Ghadirzadeh, B., & Moradi, Y. (2025). Diagnostic performance of PAPP-A and β-hCG in early detection of gestational diabetes mellitus: A meta-analysis. Acta Diabetologica.

Naseem Akhtar | Environmental Health | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Naseem Akhtar | Environmental Health | Editorial Board Member

Postdoctoral Fellow | Universiti Sains Malaysia | Malaysia

Naseem Akhtar is a dedicated PhD researcher in the School of Industrial Technology at the Department of Environmental Technology, Universiti Sains Malaysia, whose scholarly work advances critical understanding of hydrology, hydrogeology, and environmental science with particular attention to water quality, groundwater dynamics, and pollution assessment in vulnerable landscapes. His research portfolio reflects a strong commitment to addressing the complex interactions among natural processes, anthropogenic pressures, and hydrogeochemical transformations that influence freshwater sustainability. Through influential publications in reputable international journals, he has contributed to major domains such as water quality index refinement using decision-support methodologies, multivariate analysis of heavy metals in groundwater systems, hydrogeochemical characterization for drinking and irrigation suitability, and the identification of pollution hotspots within rapidly urbanizing watersheds. His collaborative engagements span multidisciplinary teams across environmental technology, analytical chemistry, public health, and sustainable agriculture, demonstrating a capacity to integrate scientific rigour with applied relevance. He has co-authored impactful studies that inform groundwater management strategies, highlight the risks associated with heavy metal contamination, and propose improved frameworks for monitoring and decision-making in water-stressed regions. His contributions also extend to cross-sectoral research involving sustainability modelling and early disease detection programs, underscoring the broader societal relevance of his work. With an expanding citation record and a growing body of scholarly outputs, he continues to shape contemporary discourse on environmental resilience, resource management, and hydrological sustainability. His research trajectory positions him as an emerging scholar committed to producing evidence-based solutions that address global water challenges and support long-term environmental stewardship. He has 1253 citations from 21 documents with an h-index of 7.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus | ORCID

Publications

1. Akhtar, N., Ishak, M. I. S., Bhawani, S. A., & Umar, K. (2021). Various natural and anthropogenic factors responsible for water quality degradation: A review.

2. Akhtar, N., Ishak, M. I. S., Ahmad, M. I., Umar, K., Md Yusuff, M. S., Anees, M. T., … (2021). Modification of the water quality index (WQI) process for simple calculation using the multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) method: A review.

3. Akhtar, N., Syakir, M. I., Rai, S. P., Saini, R., Pant, N., Anees, M. T., Qadir, A., & Khan, U. (2020). Multivariate investigation of heavy metals in groundwater for irrigation and drinking in Garautha Tehsil, Jhansi District, India.

4. Ahmed, S., Akhtar, N., Rahman, A., Mondal, N. C., Khurshid, S., Sarah, S., … (2022). Evaluating groundwater pollution with emphasis on heavy metal hotspots in an urbanized alluvium watershed of Yamuna River, northern India.

5. Akhtar, N., Syakir, M. I., Anees, M. T., Qadir, A., & Yusuff, M. S. (n.d.). Characteristics and assessment of groundwater.