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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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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Featured 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.

Emine Afşin | Clinical Medicine | Best Researcher Award

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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.

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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

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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Featured Publications

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.

Yang Zhang | Clinical Medicine | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Yang Zhang | Clinical Medicine | Best Researcher Award 

Director | Department of Laboratory Medicine Chongqing University | China

Dr. Yang Zhang, Ph.D., currently serves as Director of the Department of Laboratory Medicine at Chongqing University Affiliated Renji Hospital and is an Associate Chief Physician, Postdoctoral Fellow in Clinical Laboratory Diagnostics, and doctoral and master’s supervisor at Chongqing University. She earned her Bachelor of Medicine in Laboratory Medicine (2008), Master of Medicine in Clinical Laboratory Diagnostics (2011), and Ph.D. in Clinical Laboratory Diagnostics (2015) from the Third Military Medical University, complemented by a Ministry of Education-sponsored visiting scholarship at Loma Linda University, USA (2012–2015). Her research centers on precision molecular diagnostics in oncology, with a special focus on POCT rapid diagnostic reagents and spectroscopy-based label-free diagnostic techniques. Dr. Zhang has led multiple high-level research projects, including three funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China, one by the National Key R&D Program, and numerous provincial and military projects, securing over 6.88 million RMB in funding. She has published more than 40 academic papers as first or corresponding author, with 15 SCI-indexed articles, an H-index of 24, and a single paper cited over 280 times. Her scholarly contributions extend to 12 Chinese invention patents, 1 international PCT patent, and five co-edited scientific monographs, including works on molecular diagnostics and terahertz applications. Dr. Zhang’s achievements have been recognized with numerous honors, such as Chongqing High-Level Young Medical Talent (2022), the “Top Ten Young Scientists in Shapingba District” (2022), First Prize in the Chongqing Association for Science and Technology Innovation (2023), and the National Laboratory Medicine Science and Technology Innovation Award (2021). She also serves as a reviewer for the NSFC and contributes to several national professional committees in laboratory medicine. She has 1044 citations from 43 documents with an h-index of 16.

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Publications

1. Zhang, Y. (2020). ENT1 inhibition attenuates apoptosis by activation of cAMP/pCREB/Bcl2 pathway after MCAO in rats. Experimental Neurology, 331, 113362.

2. Zhang, Y. (2020). Identification of immune-related prognostic biomarkers based on the tumor microenvironment in 20 malignant tumor types with poor prognosis. Frontiers in Oncology, 10, 1008.

3. Tian, H., Yuan, C., Liu, Y., Xia, K., Li, M., Xie, F., Chen, Q., Chen, M., Fu, W., & Zhang, Y. (2020, July 28). A sample-to-answer quantification platform for point-of-care testing of circulating microRNAs based on allosteric spherical nanoprobe. Preprint.

4. Zhang, Y. (2020). Evaluation of the reliability of six commercial SERS substrates. Plasmonics, 15(5), 1323–1332.

5. Zhang, Y. (2020). Dataset concerning plasmonic thermal destruction of murine melanoma by gold nanoparticles obtained by green chemistry. Data in Brief, 30, 105370.