Maria Snögren | Digital Health | Best Researcher Award

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Best Researcher Award

Maria Snögren
University of Skövde, Sweden

Maria Snögren
Affiliation University of Skövde
Country Sweden
Scopus ID 57760053600
Documents 8
Citations 18
h-index 3
Subject Area Digital Health
Event Health Scientists Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-5105-4565

Maria Snögren is a researcher affiliated with the University of Skövde whose scholarly activities contribute to the evolving field of digital health. Her research portfolio reflects engagement with healthcare innovation, evidence-based practice, and technology-supported health services. The Best Researcher Award recognizes sustained academic contributions, research quality, and professional impact aligned with the objectives of the Health Scientists Awards.[1]

Abstract

Maria Snögren’s academic profile demonstrates ongoing engagement in digital health research, emphasizing healthcare improvement through technology-enabled approaches, patient-centered innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Her scholarly outputs contribute to understanding contemporary healthcare challenges and support evidence-informed decision-making within clinical and community settings. With publications indexed in recognized academic databases and measurable citation impact, her work reflects scientific rigor and practical relevance. The Best Researcher Award evaluation recognizes research quality, academic influence, innovation potential, and alignment with the objectives of the Health Scientists Awards. Her contributions represent meaningful advancement within the digital health research landscape.[2]

Keywords

Digital Health, Healthcare Innovation, Health Technology, Patient-Centered Care, Clinical Research, Evidence-Based Practice, Health Informatics, Nursing Research, Healthcare Systems, Scientific Impact

Introduction

Digital health integrates healthcare expertise with modern technologies to improve patient outcomes, accessibility, and system efficiency. Maria Snögren’s academic activities align with these priorities through research supporting evidence-based healthcare innovation and interdisciplinary knowledge development within contemporary health sciences.[1]

Research Profile

Affiliated with the University of Skövde, Maria Snögren has developed a focused research profile in digital health. Her scholarly record includes peer-reviewed publications, international visibility through indexing databases, and contributions supporting healthcare improvement, innovation, and scientific dissemination.[2]

Research Contributions

Her contributions support the advancement of digital health practices through research addressing healthcare quality, patient experiences, technology utilization, and evidence-informed care. These efforts contribute to knowledge generation and provide valuable insights relevant to healthcare professionals, researchers, and policy stakeholders.[3]

Publications

The researcher’s publication record includes indexed scholarly works contributing to digital health and healthcare research. These publications demonstrate engagement with contemporary scientific questions while supporting broader dissemination of findings through internationally recognized academic publishing platforms.[2]

Research Impact

Citation activity, scholarly visibility, and database-indexed outputs indicate measurable research impact. Her work contributes to ongoing discussions in digital health and supports evidence-based healthcare development, strengthening the connection between scientific inquiry and practical healthcare applications.[2]

Award Suitability

The Best Researcher Award considers scientific quality, innovation, publication performance, professional influence, and contribution to healthcare advancement. Maria Snögren’s research profile aligns with these evaluation dimensions and reflects meaningful engagement with the objectives promoted by the Health Scientists Awards.[4]

Conclusion

Maria Snögren demonstrates a developing academic record within digital health research through scholarly publications, interdisciplinary engagement, and healthcare-focused inquiry. Her contributions support knowledge advancement and align with the recognition principles associated with the Best Researcher Award and Health Scientists Awards program.[4]

References

  1. Health Scientists Awards. (n.d.). Health Scientists Awards: Award evaluation framework and recognition objectives.https://healthscientists.org/
  2. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Maria Snögren, Author ID 57760053600. Scopus.https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57760053600
  3. ORCID. (n.d.). Maria Snögren researcher profile.https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5105-4565
  4. ResearchGate. (n.d.). ResearchGate profile of Maria Snögren.https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Maria-Snoegren

Jawad Hussain Awan | Health Technology | Best Researcher Award

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Best Researcher Award

Jawad Hussain Awan — Iqra University
Jawad Hussain Awan
Researcher Jawad Hussain Awan
Affiliation Iqra University
Country Pakistan
Scopus ID 57189323123
Documents 8
Citations 62
h-index 4
Subject Area Health Technology
Event Health Scientists Awards

Jawad Hussain Awan is affiliated with Iqra University, Pakistan, and contributes to health technology research through scientific publications, interdisciplinary investigations, and participation in international academic communication systems. The researcher’s publication metrics and citation profile demonstrate measurable scholarly visibility within indexed healthcare and biomedical research environments.[1]

Abstract

This article presents an overview of the academic profile and scientific activities of Jawad Hussain Awan from Iqra University, Pakistan. The researcher contributes to health technology through interdisciplinary investigations, healthcare innovation studies, and indexed scientific publications. Bibliometric indicators demonstrate measurable scholarly visibility supported by citation activity and academic dissemination. Participation in scientific communication systems and healthcare-related publication platforms reflects engagement with contemporary biomedical and technological research environments. Recognition within the Health Scientists Awards framework highlights contributions to research visibility, scientific collaboration, and publication-based healthcare advancement. The profile represents ongoing participation in evidence-based health technology and academic knowledge integration.[1]

Keywords

Health Technology, Biomedical Research, Scientific Publications, Citation Analysis, Academic Recognition, Healthcare Innovation, Research Visibility, Scopus Author Profile, Health Sciences, Health Scientists Awards

Introduction

Health technology research supports healthcare advancement through scientific innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and evidence-based biomedical investigations. Academic researchers in this field contribute to publication systems, healthcare communication, and technological integration supporting improved research visibility and scientific dissemination internationally.[2]

Research Profile

Jawad Hussain Awan maintains an academic profile associated with health technology and biomedical publication activities. Indexed publications, citation indicators, and scholarly communication metrics demonstrate participation in healthcare-related scientific research and international academic dissemination systems supporting evidence-based technological investigations.[1]

Research Contributions

The researcher contributes to health technology through scientific publications, healthcare innovation studies, and interdisciplinary biomedical investigations. Participation in academic dissemination systems supports scholarly communication and integration of technological knowledge within healthcare-focused scientific literature and international research databases.[2]

Publications

The publication record associated with Jawad Hussain Awan includes indexed scientific articles addressing healthcare technology and biomedical innovation. Peer-reviewed publications contribute to citation visibility, academic dissemination, and participation in scholarly communication systems supporting contemporary healthcare research development.[1]

Research Impact

Research impact is reflected through publication indexing, citation metrics, and academic visibility within healthcare technology literature. Scholarly dissemination activities demonstrate measurable contribution to scientific communication systems supporting interdisciplinary biomedical and technological research advancement internationally.[1]

Award Suitability

The academic activities of Jawad Hussain Awan align with recognition criteria emphasizing publication quality, research dissemination, and healthcare technology contribution. Participation in indexed scientific communication systems demonstrates engagement with evidence-based biomedical research and scholarly visibility associated with international academic standards.[2]

Conclusion

Jawad Hussain Awan demonstrates continued involvement in health technology and biomedical research through scientific publications, scholarly communication, and interdisciplinary healthcare investigations. The academic profile reflects measurable research visibility and contribution to healthcare innovation within contemporary international scientific research environments.[1]

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Jawad Hussain Awan, Author ID 57189323123. Scopus.

    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57189323123
  2. ResearchGate. (n.d.). ResearchGate profile of Jawad Hussain Awan.

    https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Jawad-Awan

Viktor Fedorovich Fedorov | Health Informatics | Best Researcher Award

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Best Researcher Award

Viktor Fedorovich Fedorov
Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University, Russia

Viktor Fedorovich Fedorov
Researcher Viktor Fedorovich Fedorov
Affiliation Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University
Country Russia
Scopus ID 57193338456
Documents 10
Citations 5
h-index 1
Subject Area Health Informatics
Event Health Scientists Awards
ORCID 0000-0003-1983-1659

The Best Researcher Award recognizes the scholarly and scientific contributions of Viktor Fedorovich Fedorov associated with Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University in Russia. The recognition highlights academic engagement within Health Informatics, scientific communication, and internationally indexed research dissemination through peer-reviewed publication activity.[1] The award framework acknowledges measurable participation in healthcare-oriented scientific environments supported by internationally recognized academic indexing systems and scholarly communication infrastructure.[2] Additional scholarly visibility is supported through researcher identification systems and indexed conference publications relevant to healthcare informatics and physiological analysis.[3][4]

Abstract

Viktor Fedorovich Fedorov is associated with scholarly activities in Health Informatics and healthcare-related scientific dissemination. Indexed academic contributions demonstrate participation in peer-reviewed publication systems, citation-based evaluation, and internationally accessible scholarly communication platforms relevant to medical informatics and healthcare research.[1] Research visibility through international indexing systems contributes to broader engagement within scientific and healthcare-oriented academic communities.[3] Conference-based publication activity in physiological monitoring and heart rate variability analysis further supports interdisciplinary research engagement within biomedical and healthcare technology domains.[4]

Keywords

  • Health Informatics
  • Medical Research
  • Scientific Dissemination
  • Healthcare Technology
  • Heart Rate Variability
  • Biomedical Analysis
  • Indexed Scholarship

Introduction

Viktor Fedorovich Fedorov’s academic profile reflects participation in Health Informatics research through indexed publication activity, citation-based evaluation, and scientific communication infrastructure. These indicators contribute to academic visibility within healthcare and interdisciplinary scientific research communities.[1] Research themes associated with physiological monitoring and cyclic biological analysis demonstrate engagement with biomedical data interpretation and healthcare analytics.[4] The Best Researcher Award associated with the Health Scientists Awards framework recognizes researchers demonstrating engagement in healthcare-oriented scientific inquiry and scholarly dissemination.[2]

Research Profile

Viktor Fedorovich Fedorov is affiliated with Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University in Russia and maintains an indexed scholarly profile through international academic databases.[1] The research profile includes ten indexed documents, five citations, and an h-index value of one, reflecting participation in healthcare-oriented academic communication and scientific dissemination. The researcher’s academic activities are associated with Health Informatics, medical information systems, healthcare-related scientific communication, and interdisciplinary healthcare technology research environments.[4]

Research Contributions

The scholarly activities associated with Viktor Fedorovich Fedorov contribute to healthcare-oriented academic communication through indexed publication activity, citation-based dissemination, and participation in peer-reviewed scientific systems.[1]

  • Participation in healthcare and medical informatics research activities.
  • Contribution to peer-reviewed scientific publication systems.
  • Support for internationally indexed academic dissemination.
  • Engagement in interdisciplinary healthcare-related scholarly communication.
  • Research involvement in physiological monitoring and heart rate variability analysis.

Publications

Indexed publications associated with Viktor Fedorovich Fedorov contribute to academic visibility and accessibility within international scientific databases and healthcare research systems. Citation metrics and indexed documentation support evaluation of scholarly dissemination and healthcare-oriented scientific engagement.[1] [4]

  1. Peer-reviewed publications associated with Health Informatics.
  2. Scientific dissemination through internationally indexed academic databases.
  3. Citation-based contribution to healthcare-oriented scholarly communication.

Research Impact

Research impact in Health Informatics is evaluated through publication visibility, citation activity, and international scientific dissemination. Viktor Fedorovich Fedorov demonstrates scholarly engagement through indexed academic contributions.[1] Publications related to physiological data analysis and biomedical monitoring support healthcare technology advancement,[2] while international academic recognition encourages interdisciplinary collaboration and broader participation in global scientific communication initiatives.[4]

Award Suitability

The academic profile of Viktor Fedorovich Fedorov reflects characteristics associated with scholarly recognition programs, including indexed publication activity, citation-based visibility, participation in healthcare-oriented scientific dissemination, and engagement in interdisciplinary academic communication systems.[1] The researcher’s engagement within Health Informatics contributes to scientific communication objectives and supports continued participation within international healthcare and medical technology research environments.[4]

Conclusion

Viktor Fedorovich Fedorov demonstrates scholarly participation in Health Informatics through indexed publications, scientific dissemination, and engagement in internationally accessible healthcare research systems.[1] Citation indicators and publication visibility support academic recognition, while the Health Scientists Awards Best Researcher Award acknowledges healthcare-oriented scientific contribution.[2] Research on heart rate variability and cyclic physiological analysis further strengthens interdisciplinary visibility within biomedical and healthcare technology domains.[4]

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Viktor Fedorovich Fedorov, Author ID 57193338456. Scopus.

    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57193338456
  2. Health Scientists Awards. (n.d.). International academic recognition framework for healthcare and scientific research excellence.

    https://healthscientists.org/
  3. ORCID. (n.d.). ORCID researcher profile for Viktor Fedorovich Fedorov.

    https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1983-1659
  4. Fedorov, V. F., Radysh, I. V., Severin, A. E., & Geyko, E. G. (2023). Analysis of Heart Rate Variability and Cyclic Changes in the Female Body. IEEE.

    https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/abstract/document/11476720

Jordi Calvo Sanz | Health Technology | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Jordi Calvo Sanz | Health Technology | Research Excellence Award

Personal Docente e Investigador (PDI) | Tecnocampus – Universitat Pompeu Fabra | Spain

Dr. Jordi Calvo-Sanz is affiliated with Universitat Pompeu Fabra Barcelona and specializes in clinical research, rehabilitation sciences, and electrotherapy, with a particular focus on pediatric pelvic floor dysfunctions. His scholarly work includes systematic reviews that contribute to evidence-based therapeutic approaches in non-neurological conditions. With 11 publications, 121 citations, and an h-index of 5, he demonstrates consistent research productivity and a growing academic impact. Engaging with a broad network of over 30 collaborators, his work reflects strong interdisciplinary integration across clinical and research domains. His contributions are significant in advancing non-invasive treatment strategies and improving rehabilitation outcomes in pediatric populations. Through his research, he supports the development of safer, more effective clinical interventions, thereby enhancing quality of care and contributing to improved health outcomes and well-being in children globally.

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Featured Publications


The effectiveness of extracorporeal shock wave therapy to reduce lower limb spasticity in stroke patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis

– Cabanas-Valdés R., Calvo-Sanz J., et al. | Topics in Stroke Rehabilitation, 2020 | Cited by 62

The effectiveness of massage therapy for improving sequelae in post-stroke survivors: A systematic review and meta-analysis

– Cabanas-Valdés R., Calvo-Sanz J., et al. | International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 2021 | Cited by 52

Traumatic quadruple amputee rehabilitation: From amputation to prosthetic functionality: A case report

– Monné Cuevas P., Borrás Correa A., et al. | Disability and Rehabilitation: Assistive Technology, 2021 | Cited by 10

Parameterization of electrotherapy interventions in physiotherapy for pelvic floor dysfunctions: A systematic review

– Bouallalene-Jaramillo K., Calvo-Sanz J. | Actas Urológicas Españolas, 2023 | Cited by 6

Duo Liu | Epidemiology | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Duo Liu | Epidemiology | Best Researcher Award 

Deputy Director, Department of Clinical Pharmacy | Harbin Medical University | China

Professor Duo Liu, Chief Pharmacist and Doctoral Supervisor at Harbin Medical University Cancer Hospital, is a distinguished pharmaceutical scientist whose research has significantly advanced the fields of pharmacogenomics, pharmacoepidemiology, and precision oncology. With a strong background in medical genetics and pharmacology, Professor Liu has developed a research portfolio that bridges molecular pharmacology with clinical translation, focusing on the genetic mechanisms underlying cancer susceptibility, therapeutic response, and drug resistance. His pioneering contributions include transcriptome-wide association studies identifying novel genetic determinants of pancreatic and prostate cancer risk, as well as investigations into the role of NADPH oxidase polymorphisms and oxidative stress in tumor biology and treatment outcomes. Professor Liu’s scholarly work, published in leading international journals such as Cancer Research, Carcinogenesis, and International Journal of Cancer, has garnered wide recognition for its methodological rigor and clinical relevance. He has successfully led multiple national and institutional research grants, including projects supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China, and has been honored with several prestigious distinctions for excellence in pharmaceutical sciences and young investigator achievements. As an active member of numerous professional societies, including the Chinese Pharmacological Society and the Anti-Cancer Association of China, Professor Liu contributes to shaping the evolving landscape of cancer pharmacotherapy and drug epidemiology. His collaborations with global research institutions, notably the University of Hawaii Cancer Center, underscore his commitment to advancing international scientific exchange and translational medicine. Through his leadership in clinical pharmacy and mentorship of emerging scientists, Professor Liu continues to drive innovation in personalized cancer treatment and rational drug use, promoting evidence-based healthcare practices that enhance patient outcomes and public health impact worldwide.

Profile: ORCID 

Featured Publications

1. Chen, C., Dong, Q., Wang, H., Dong, S., Wang, S., Lin, W., Jia, C., Dong, M., Jin, Y., & Liu, D. (2025, January 8). The association between NADPH oxidase (NOX) polymorphisms with immunohistochemistry and survival in diffuse large B cell lymphoma patients. Annals of Hematology.

2. Wang, S. F., Dong, S. Q., Dong, Q., Lin, W. X., Dong, M., & Liu, D. (2024). Natural product-induced oxidative stress-synergistic anti-tumor effects of chemotherapeutic agents. Traditional Medicine Research.

3. Dong, S., Chen, C., Di, C., Wang, S., Dong, Q., Lin, W., & Liu, D. (2024, December). The association between NADPH oxidase 2 (NOX2) and drug resistance in cancer. Current Cancer Drug Targets.

4. Liu, D., Bae, Y. E., Zhu, J., Zhang, Z., Sun, Y., Deng, Y., Wu, C., & Wu, L. (2023, December 15). Splicing transcriptome-wide association study to identify splicing events for pancreatic cancer risk. Carcinogenesis.

5. Liu, D., Zhao, T., Zhu, J., Sharapov, S., Tiys, E., & Wu, L. (2023, December 4). Associations between genetically predicted plasma N-glycans and pancreatic cancer risk. All Life.

Christianah Ibironke Odita | Epidemiology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Christianah Ibironke Odita | Epidemiology | Best Researcher Award 

Research Officer | National Veterinary Research Institute, Vom | Nigeria

Dr. Christianah Ibironke Odita is a distinguished Chief Veterinary Research Officer and Head of the Division of Veterinary Public Health and Preventive Medicine at the National Veterinary Research Institute (NVRI), Vom, Nigeria. She holds a Ph.D. in Veterinary Science from the University of Pretoria, South Africa, an M.Sc. in Veterinary Epidemiology and Public Health from the Royal Veterinary College, University of London, and a Master of Veterinary Public Health (MVPH) as well as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria. Her research focuses on the epidemiology and control of infectious and zoonotic diseases, particularly at the human–animal interface, with specialization in disease surveillance, risk modeling, outbreak investigation, and preventive medicine. Dr. Odita has authored and co-authored several impactful publications in reputed journals, including Vaccine, One Health Outlook, Nigerian Veterinary Journal, and Open Veterinary Journal. Her scholarly contributions span critical studies on rabies, avian influenza, anthrax, and antimicrobial resistance in poultry, emphasizing evidence-based strategies for public health policy and disease prevention. She is a Commonwealth Scholar and a recipient of the Epix Analytics One Risk Course Awards for excellence in report writing and presentation, as well as the NVRI Research Grant Award. Dr. Odita continues to contribute to advancing veterinary epidemiology and public health through research, mentorship, and active engagement in collaborative One Health initiatives across Africa. She has 7 citations from 4 documents with an h-index of 2.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID

Featured Publications

1. Akanbi, O. B., Alaka, O. O., Olaifa, O. S., Meseko, C. A., Inuwa, B., Ohore, O. G., Tijani, M., Jarikre, T., Ola, O., & Odita, C., et al. (2024). Pathology and molecular detection of influenza A subtype H9N2 virus in commercial poultry in Nigeria. Open Veterinary Journal.

2. Odita, C. I., Conan, A., Smith-Antony, M., Battice, J., England, S., Barry, D., Gessner, B. D., & Knobel, D. L. (2022). Non-specific effects of rabies vaccine on the incidence of self-reported common infectious disease episodes: A randomized controlled trial. Vaccine.

3. Knobel, D., Odita, C. I., Conan, A., Barry, D., Smith-Anthony, M., Battice, J., England, S., & Gessner, B. D. (2020). Non-specific effects of rabies vaccine on the incidence of common infectious disease episodes: Study protocol for a randomized controlled trial. Trials.

4. Odita, C. I., Conan, A., Barry, D., Smith-Antony, M., Battice, J., England, S., Gessner, B. D., & Knobel, D. (2020). Non-specific effects of rabies vaccine on the incidence of common infectious disease episodes: Study protocol for a randomized controlled trial.

Mohamed Abouelkhair | Public Health | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Mohamed Abouelkhair | Public Health | Best Researcher Award

Associate professor | Rowan University | United States

Dr. Mohamed Adel Salaheldin Abouelkhair, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVM (Virology and Immunology), is an Associate Professor of Virology and Clinical Immunology at the Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine, Rowan University, New Jersey. He earned his Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Master of Science in Veterinary Infectious Diseases from the University of Sadat City, Egypt, followed by a PhD in Comparative and Experimental Medicine from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where he also completed his postdoctoral research. Dr. Abouelkhair’s research spans veterinary and comparative immunology, viral pathogenesis, infectious disease diagnostics, microbial vaccines, and host-pathogen interactions, with particular focus on immunological mechanisms in companion animals and translational models for human health. He has authored and co-authored numerous peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and has contributed to advancing molecular diagnostics and immunological assays used in veterinary medicine. His scholarly impact is reflected in multiple prestigious honors, including the Peggy Cotter Award for Outstanding Early Career Researcher from the American Society for Microbiology (ASM), the ASM Future Leaders Mentorship Fellowship, the Zoetis Distinguished Veterinary Teacher Award nomination, and recognition at the University of Tennessee Research Foundation awards for a U.S. patent on Staphylococcus pseudintermedius virulence factors. Additionally, he has been awarded multiple Scholarships of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) projects and the Southeastern Conference (SEC) Visiting Faculty Travel Grant. Beyond research, Dr. Abouelkhair actively serves the scientific community as Chair of the American College of Veterinary Microbiologists Graduate Student Awards Committee and contributes as a reviewer and editorial board member for leading scientific journals in microbiology, immunology, and virology.

Profiles: Google Scholar | ORCID

Featured Publications

1. Elaadli, H., Badr, Y., Raouf, M., Kania, S. A., Elsakhawy, O. K., Altaib, H., & Abouelkhair, M. A. (2025). Isolation and molecular characterization of three Staphylococcus pseudintermedius strains from dogs and humans in Egypt. Current Microbiology. Advance online publication.

2. Elsakhawy, O. K., & Abouelkhair, M. A. (2025). Genome mining reveals a sactipeptide biosynthetic cluster in Staphylococcus pseudintermedius.

3. Elsakhawy, O. K., Roozitalab, A., Abouelkhair, M. A., & Roux, S. (2025). Genome sequence of a bovine respiratory syncytial virus strain from a cow in Tennessee. Microbiology Resource Announcements.

4. Elsakhawy, O. K., Roozitalab, A., Abouelkhair, M. A., & Matthijnssens, J. (2025). Genome sequence of a Tetraparvovirus ungulate 1 strain from a cow in Tennessee, USA. Microbiology Resource Announcements.

5. Baker, E., Rich, S. M., Dennis, M., Miller, D., Su, C., Rosypal von Dohlen, A., Abouelkhair, M. A., Hamer, S. A., Jensen, A., & Gerhold, R. (2025). Pathology and parasitology of free-ranging coyotes from Tennessee and South Carolina.