Nayeralsadat Fatemi | Oncology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Nayeralsadat Fatemi | Oncology | Best Researcher Award 

Researcher | Research Institute for Gastroenterology and Liver Diseases | Iran

Dr. Nayeralsadat Fatemi is a distinguished Research Scientist at the Research Institute for Gastroenterology and Liver Diseases (RIGLD), Tehran, Iran, with a profound background in genetics and molecular medicine. She obtained her B.Sc. in Genetics from Esfahan University in 2007, followed by an M.Sc. in Genetics from Shahrekord University in 2012, and earned her Ph.D. in Molecular Medicine from Zanjan University of Medical Sciences in 2020. Dr. Fatemi’s research primarily focuses on colorectal cancer, gastrointestinal disorders, reproductive genetics, and the interplay between microbiota and cancer-related molecular pathways. Her work integrates genomics, transcriptomics, and bioinformatics analyses to uncover biomarkers, drug resistance mechanisms, and potential therapeutic targets. She has contributed to over thirty peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals, including Gut Pathogens, Virulence, Expert Reviews in Molecular Medicine, Digestive Diseases and Sciences, and International Journal of Cancer, with notable studies on Fusobacterium nucleatum in colorectal cancer, microRNA-mediated regulatory networks, and genetic causes of recurrent pregnancy loss. Dr. Fatemi has presented her findings at numerous national and international conferences, earning recognition for excellence in research communication, including Best Poster awards at reproductive medicine congresses. Beyond her research contributions, she serves as an active reviewer and editorial board member for several scientific journals in molecular medicine, cancer biology, and reproductive genetics, reflecting her commitment to advancing scientific rigor and knowledge dissemination in health sciences. Her career exemplifies a dedication to translational research, bridging fundamental molecular discoveries with clinical applications to improve diagnostics, therapeutics, and patient outcomes in gastroenterology and reproductive medicine. She has 218 citations from 31 documents with an h-index of 7.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus | ORCID

Publications

1. Fatemi, N., Tierling, S., Es, H. A., Varkiani, M., Mojarad, E. N., Aghdaei, H. A., … (2022). DNA methylation biomarkers in colorectal cancer: Clinical applications for precision medicine.

2. Fatemi, N., Sanati, M. H., Shamsara, M., Moayer, F., Zavarehei, M. J., Pouya, A., … (2014). TBHP-induced oxidative stress alters microRNAs expression in mouse testis. Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics.

3. Amiri Yekta, A., Dalman, A., Eftekhari-Yazdi, P., Sanati, M. H., Shahverdi, A. H., … (2013). Production of transgenic goats expressing human coagulation factor IX in the mammary glands after nuclear transfer using transfected fetal fibroblast cells.

4. Fatemi, N., Sanati, M. H., Jamali Zavarehei, M., Ayat, H., Esmaeili, V., … (2013). Effect of tertiary‐butyl hydroperoxide (TBHP)‐induced oxidative stress on mice sperm quality and testis histopathology.

5. Rejali, L., Seifollahi Asl, R., Sanjabi, F., Fatemi, N., Asadzadeh Aghdaei, H., … (2023). Principles of molecular utility for CMS classification in colorectal cancer management.

Virginie Guastella | Oncology | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Virginie Guastella | Oncology | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor | University Hospital Clermont-ferrand | France

Dr. Virginie Guastella is a distinguished physician and researcher specializing in palliative care and pain management. She holds a Doctorate in Medicine and an Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches (HDR) focused on opioid analgesics and cancer pain. She currently serves as Head of the Palliative Care Unit at CHU Clermont-Ferrand and as Associate Professor in Palliative Medicine at the University Clermont Auvergne, leading the UIC “Douleur, qualité de vie et maladie grave” within the GRUIC “Douleurs chroniques et thérapeutiques.” Her clinical work emphasizes optimizing pain management, end-of-life care, and therapeutic support for patients with advanced illness, while her research explores critical areas including opioid misuse, the integration of virtual reality and music care in palliative settings, and early detection of chemotherapy-induced neuropathies. She has supervised over 24 medical theses and numerous master-level projects, contributing significantly to clinical education, and is a prolific author with 20 international peer-reviewed publications, multiple national articles, and several book chapters addressing topics from opioid prescribing practices to patient and caregiver experiences in palliative care. Beyond research and clinical responsibilities, she actively participates in national and regional committees, contributes to guideline development, and advocates for palliative medicine education and ethics. Through her combined contributions in research, education, and clinical practice, she has played a pivotal role in advancing patient-centered care, promoting evidence-based practices, and improving the quality of life for patients facing serious illness, establishing herself as a leading figure in palliative care and pain management. She has 485 citations from 41 documents with an h-index of 9.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID

Publications

1. Lawton, G., Calvel, L., Perceau-Chambard, E., Guastella, V., Economos, G., & Evin, A. (2025). Career trajectories after palliative care training: A national e-survey of medical interns in France.

2. Klaeyle, D., Calvel, L., Perceau-Chambard, E., Guastella, V., Economos, G., & Evin, A. (2025). Teaching palliative medicine in the medical school clerkship in France: A national e-survey.

3. Guastella, V., Lambert, C., Lafforgue, A., Metretin, P., Verstreate, A., Watelet, S., Perceau-Chambard, É., & Lautrette, A. (2024). Withholding or withdrawing life-sustaining treatments in the COVID-19 pandemic.

4. Guastella, V., Delorme, J., Chenaf, C., & Authier, N. (2022). The prevalence of off-label prescribing of transmucosal immediate-release fentanyl in France. Journal of Pain and Symptom Management.

5. Preux, C., Bertin, M., Tarot, A., Authier, N., Pinol, N., Brugnon, D., Pereira, B., & Guastella, V. (2022). Prevalence of opioid use disorder among patients with cancer-related pain: A systematic review.