Emine Afşin | Clinical Medicine | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Emine Afşin | Clinical Medicine | Best Researcher Award 

Associate Professor | Bolu Abant Izzet Baysal University | Turkey

Dr. Emine Afşin is a distinguished medical professional and academic whose career reflects a deep commitment to advancing respiratory medicine and public health through clinical excellence, scientific research, and education. As an Associate Professor at Bolu Abant İzzet Baysal University, she has built a robust portfolio of contributions that span clinical practice, scholarly publications, and multidisciplinary collaborations. Her expertise lies in pulmonary diseases, clinical epidemiology, and patient-centered care, with a strong focus on improving diagnostic accuracy and therapeutic outcomes for individuals affected by chronic and infectious respiratory conditions. Dr. Afşin’s research encompasses a wide range of studies addressing disease pathophysiology, healthcare delivery, and preventive interventions, consistently demonstrating her dedication to evidence-based medicine. Her published works in reputable national and international journals have been widely cited, reflecting the impact and relevance of her findings within the global medical community. Through active participation in collaborative research projects, professional societies, and academic conferences, she has fostered strong partnerships that bridge clinical practice and scientific inquiry. Beyond academia, Dr. Afşin is recognized for her role in enhancing healthcare quality, mentoring young physicians, and advocating for equitable access to respiratory health services. Her work continues to contribute meaningfully to both medical science and society, emphasizing innovation, ethics, and human-centered approaches to healthcare advancement. She has 23 citations from 23 documents with an h-index of 2.

Featured Publications

1. Yılmazer, M., Altındiş, M., Cevrioğlu, S., Fenkci, V., Aktepe, O., & Sırthan, E. (2004). Afyon Bölgesinde yaşayan gebe kadınlarda toksoplazma, sitomegalovirus, rubella, hepatit B, hepatit C seropozitiflik oranları. Afyon Kocatepe Üniversitesi Kocatepe Tıp Dergisi.

2. Oğurlu, M., Sen, S., Polatli, M., Sırthan, E., Gürsoy, F., & Cildağ, O. (2007). The effect of spinal anesthesia on pulmonary function tests in old patients. Tuberkuloz ve Toraks, 55(1), 64–70.

3. Afsin, E., Yaksi, O., Onal, A., & Bacaksiz, E. (2022). Tracheal schwannoma mimicking asthma. International Journal of Neuroscience, 134(5), 436–440. https://doi.org/10.1080/00207454.2021.1999702

4. Afşin, E., & Demirkol, M. E. (2022). Post-COVID pulmonary function test evaluation. Turkish Thoracic Journal, 23(5), 345–350. https://doi.org/10.5152/TurkThoracJ.2022.22023

5.Afşin, E., & Cosgun, Z. (2021). A rare cough complication: Internal oblique muscle hematoma. Radiology Case Reports, 16(5), 1015–1018. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.radcr.2021.01.067

Eze Ajaegbu | Infectious Diseases | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Eze Ajaegbu | Infectious Diseases | Best Researcher Award 

Senior Lecturer | David Umahi Federal University of Health Sciences | Nigeria

Dr. Eze Elijah Ajaegbue is a distinguished researcher currently serving as a Researcher on Vector Control and Cancer at David Umahi Federal University of Health Sciences, Nigeria. He earned his B.Sc. in Clinical Medicine from Anambra State University, Uli, and has further enhanced his expertise with a six-month Data Science course at PORA Academy, Nigeria, complementing his strong foundation in biomedical research. Dr. Ajaegbue’s research primarily focuses on vector-borne disease control, cancer biology, and diabetes-related studies, integrating epidemiology, nutrition, and translational health sciences. Over the years, he has contributed to numerous peer-reviewed publications exploring the mechanisms of disease transmission, preventive interventions, and innovative strategies to improve patient outcomes. His dedication to scientific excellence has earned him multiple awards and recognitions for research innovation and community impact, reflecting his commitment to both academic and public health advancement. Beyond his research, Dr. Ajaegbue plays an active role in editorial and peer-review capacities for several scientific journals, ensuring the dissemination of high-quality research in his field. His work is further distinguished by extensive community engagement, where he has led programs in schools, hospitals, and local organizations to promote academic development, nutrition awareness, and health education. With a unique blend of rigorous scientific inquiry, data-driven research approaches, and strong mentorship, Dr. Ajaegbue continues to make significant contributions to health research, vector control, and community well-being, positioning himself as a leading figure in advancing public health initiatives in Nigeria and beyond. He has 54 citations from 13 documents with an h-index of 4.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus

Featured Publications

1. Ajaegbu, E. E., Danga, S. P. Y., Chijoke, I. U., & Okoye, F. B. C. (2016). Mosquito adulticidal activity of the leaf extracts of Spondias mombin L. against Aedes aegypti L. and isolation of active principles. Journal of Vector Borne Diseases.

2. Osonwa, U. E., Ugochukwu, J. I., Ajaegbu, E. E., Chukwu, K. I., Azevedo, R. B., et al. (2017). Enhancement of antibacterial activity of ciprofloxacin hydrochloride by complexation with sodium cholate. Bulletin of Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University.

3. Eze, E. A., Danga, S. P. Y., & Okoye, F. B. C. (2014). Larvicidal activity of the leaf extracts of Spondias mombin Linn. (Anacardiaceae) from various solvents against malarial, dengue and filarial vector mosquitoes (Diptera: Culicidae). Journal of Vector Borne Diseases.

4. Lame, Y., Nukenine, E. N., Pierre, D. Y. S., Elijah, A. E., & Esimone, C. O. (2015). Laboratory evaluations of the fractions efficacy of Annona senegalensis (Annonaceae) leaf extract on immature stage development of malarial and filarial mosquito vectors. Journal of Arthropod-Borne Diseases.

5. Victor, C., Moses, O., Eze, A., Festus, O., & Charles, E. (2018). Isolation, identification, and evaluation of biological activities of Daldinia eschscholtzii, an endophytic fungus isolated from the leaves of Musa paradisiaca. GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences.