Georg Feigl | Clinical Medicine | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Georg Feigl | Clinical Medicine | Research Excellence Award

Institut für Anatomie und klinische Morphologie, Universität Witten | Germany

Prof. Dr. Georg Christoph Feigl is a Germany-based academic researcher at Universität Witten/Herdecke, specializing in clinical anatomy, surgical education, anesthesiology-related anatomy, and cadaver-based medical training. He has authored over 120 peer-reviewed publications, accumulating 2,419 citations with an h-index of 25, reflecting sustained international impact. His research focuses on anatomical optimization for surgical and interventional procedures, including regional anesthesia, orthopedic and thoracic surgery, and advanced cadaveric models (Thiel and Dodge embalming techniques). Prof. Feigl collaborates widely across disciplines, with 300+ co-authors, contributing to translational studies that bridge anatomy, imaging, and clinical practice. His work supports safer surgical techniques, improved medical training, and evidence-based procedural standards, delivering clear societal benefits through enhanced patient safety, education quality, and clinical outcomes.

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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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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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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.

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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.

Tana Takacova | Clinical Medicine | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Tana Takacova | Clinical Medicine | Best Researcher Award

Oncologist | Asklepios Klinik Altona | Germany

Tana Takacova is a physician-scientist specializing in hematology, oncology, and internal medicine with a distinguished academic and clinical trajectory across leading European research and tertiary care institutions. Her expertise spans immuno-oncology, molecular oncology, hematologic malignancies, and translational cancer research, supported by advanced training in oncology from a major German university and extensive postgraduate exposure to molecular biosciences in the United States. She has held clinical roles in prominent university-affiliated hospitals, progressing through multidisciplinary departments including hematology, oncology, palliative medicine, internal medicine, rheumatology, nephrology, gastroenterology, and cardiology, complemented by ongoing training as a prehospital emergency physician. Dr. Takacova has contributed to multiple international research collaborations across Germany, Denmark, Italy, and Slovakia, advancing knowledge in cancer genetics, circulating tumor DNA, oncolytic virus-checkpoint inhibitor synergies, renal cell carcinoma biomarkers, and therapy response prediction. Her peer-reviewed scholarship includes original research articles, systematic reviews, and case-based contributions in oncology and immunology, with additional manuscripts in review and development, reflecting a sustained commitment to evidence-based innovation and emerging therapeutic paradigms in precision oncology. She has presented at international oncology and pharmacology congresses and participates in global research networks and professional societies, reinforcing a truly international academic presence. Her work integrates advanced laboratory skills, clinical trial supervision, systematic review methodology, and bioinformatics-supported analysis, underscoring strong translational orientation. She has been recognized by competitive research fellowships and academic awards and contributes to open-access medical knowledge through educational initiatives such as a freely accessible hematology atlas. Fluent in multiple languages and trained across diverse health systems, she brings a global perspective, resilience in high-pressure environments, and a collaborative approach to clinical care and research leadership, driven by a commitment to advancing cancer diagnostics, therapeutic precision, and equitable patient outcomes worldwide. She has 34 citations from 4 documents with an h-index of 2.

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1. Tana Takacova (2025). Paraneoplastic papillitis as a precursor to colon carcinoma: A case of unexpected vision loss leading to early cancer detection. Oncology Research and Treatment.

Meng Li | Clinical Medicine | Best Medical Scientist Award

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Mr. Meng Li | Clinical Medicine | Best Medical Scientist Award 

professor | Dandong Central Hospital | China

Dr. Meng Li currently serves as a Teaching Secretary and Professor of General Surgery at China Medical University and is also affiliated with Dandong Central Hospital, the largest Grade-A general hospital in the Liaodong region. She earned her Ph.D. in Oncology from China Medical University, one of the leading medical universities in China. Her primary research focuses on digestive tract tumor surgery, hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery, gastrointestinal oncology, and the comprehensive treatment of malignant tumors. Over the years, Dr. Li has contributed significantly to the medical research community, publishing seven SCI/Scopus-indexed papers, including works on predictive models for intraabdominal infections after radical gastrectomy, gene signatures in hepatocarcinoma prognosis, and gut microbiota’s role in urological cancers. Her research has accumulated over 47 citations and has advanced understanding in cancer surgery and molecular oncology. In recognition of her outstanding contributions, she received the First Prize of the Liaoning Province Science and Technology Progress Award in 2023. Dr. Li actively participates in collaborative projects, including two National Natural Science Foundation programs, and holds memberships in several professional bodies such as the Chinese Anti-Cancer Association and the Chinese Pancreatic Disease Society. She also serves as an Editorial Board Member of the Cancer Research Journal (CRJ), a guest editor for two scientific journals, and a review editor for others, reflecting her strong commitment to scientific advancement and peer review excellence. Her long-term goal is to deepen molecular insights into cancer and improve clinical outcomes through innovative surgical research. He has 213 citations from 17 documents with an h-index of 7.

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1. Feng, Y., Yang, J., Li, M., Tang, L., Sun, S., & Wang, Y. (2024). A Bayesian network for simultaneous keyframe and landmark detection in ultrasonic cine.

2. Li, Z.-W., Wu, J.-T., Bi, Y., Li, M.-M., Naseem, A., Pan, J., Guan, W., Hao, Z.-C., Kuang, H.-X., & Chen, Q.-S. (2024). A new triterpenoid saponin and a new natural saponin from the roots of Bupleurum scorzonerifolium Willd.

3. Yu, X., Feng, B., Wu, J., & Li, M. (2024). A novel anoikis-related gene signature can predict the prognosis of hepatocarcinoma patients.

4. Yu, X., Tang, W., Bai, C., Li, R., Feng, B., Wu, J., Guo, X., Chen, H., & Li, M. (2024). A predictive model for intraabdominal infection after radical gastrectomy in elderly patients.

5. Li, M., Zhang, X., Chen, K., Miao, Y., Xu, Y., Sun, Y., Jiang, M., Liu, M., Gao, Y., & Xue, X. (2024). Alcohol exposure and disease associations: A Mendelian randomization and meta-analysis on weekly consumption and problematic drinking.