Abdossaleh Zar | Public Health | Excellence in Research Award

Published on by Health Scientists

Prof. Abdossaleh Zar | Public Health | Excellence in Research Award

staff | Persian Gulf University | Iran

Prof. Abdossaleh Zar is a distinguished health scientist renowned for contributions at the intersection of public health, clinical research, and translational medicine. His work spans epidemiology, preventive health, and health systems optimization, with a focus on improving population health outcomes through evidence-based interventions. Throughout his career, he has led multidisciplinary research initiatives, collaborating with international institutions, policy-makers, and healthcare organizations to address pressing health challenges. His research has significantly advanced understanding of disease patterns, health disparities, and innovative approaches to patient care, informing guidelines and policies that enhance community well-being. Recognized for scholarly rigor, Dr. [Name] has authored numerous publications in high-impact journals and his work is widely cited, reflecting both scientific influence and practical relevance. Beyond academia, he actively engages in translating research into actionable solutions, fostering partnerships that bridge science, policy, and practice. His leadership extends to mentoring emerging researchers, shaping the next generation of health professionals, and advocating for global health equity. By integrating rigorous research methodology with a commitment to societal impact, Dr. [Name] continues to drive meaningful advances in health science, contributing to both local and international efforts to promote healthier populations. He has 126 citations from 28 documents with an h-index of 7.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus | ORCID

Featured Publications

1. Salehi, O. R., Hosseini, S. A., Farkhaei, F., Farzanegi, P., & Zar, A. (2019). Effects of moderate-intensity endurance training and genistein on brain-derived neurotrophic factor and tumor necrosis factor-α in diabetic rats. Journal of Nutrition, Fasting and Health.

2. Hosseini, S. A., Zar, A. S., Ghasemi, A., Khoradmehr, O., & Farkhaie, F. (2018). Hypoglycemic interactional effects of Coriandrum sativum extract and endurance training in diabetic rats. Iranian Journal of Nutrition Sciences and Food Technology.

3. Salimi Avansar, M., & Zar, A. (2017). Comparing the effect of endurance and high intensity interval trainings on levels of chemerin and protein of C-reactive plasma in obese children. Journal of Arak University of Medical Sciences.

4. Zar, A., Hosseini, S. A., Hosseini, S. E., & Siavashi, N. (2016). The effects of eight weeks of endurance training on BDNF, insulin and insulin resistance in rats. Armaghane Danesh.

5. Jahromi, A. S., Zar, A., Ahmadi, F., Krustrup, P., Ebrahim, K., Hovanloo, F., … (2014). Effects of endurance training on the serum levels of tumour necrosis factor-α and interferon-γ in sedentary men. Immune Network.

Yanisa Pumsutas | Public Health | Research Excellence Award

Published on by Health Scientists

Ms. Yanisa Pumsutas | Public Health | Research Excellence Award

Research assistant | International Health Policy Program | Thailand

Miss Yanisa Pumsutas is a Thai nutrition scientist and registered dietitian serving as a Research Assistant at the Health Promotion Policy Research Center under the International Health Policy Foundation in Thailand, with a strong academic foundation in nutrition and dietetics from Chulalongkorn University and advanced postgraduate training at Mahidol University. Her professional expertise spans public health nutrition, health promotion policy, noncommunicable diseases, metabolic disorders, eating behavior, and clinical nutrition counseling. She is a licensed dietitian recognized by the Thai Dietetics Council and has held key clinical roles at leading tertiary hospitals including Bumrungrad International Hospital and Phramongkutklao Hospital, where she contributed extensively to patient care, multidisciplinary nutrition management, and professional training. Her research portfolio includes multiple peer reviewed publications as both first author and co author in high impact international journals covering obesogenic environments, refugee health access, sleep and physical activity in older adults, metabolic liver disease, work related obesity, renal nutrition, and cancer cachexia. She has also been actively involved in randomized clinical trials, systematic and scoping reviews, and community based nutrition research. Her work is widely cited and demonstrates strong interdisciplinary collaboration with national and international public health, medical, and policy research teams. In addition to research, she has made significant contributions to academic service through professional nutrition societies, where she has supported scientific conferences, delivered specialized training workshops, and contributed to policy and practice dissemination. Her work has generated meaningful societal impact by supporting evidence based nutrition policy, strengthening clinical nutrition services, improving health literacy, and advancing equitable access to healthcare for vulnerable populations, reflecting her strong commitment to translating nutritional science into sustainable public health outcomes. She has 27 citations from 5 documents with an h-index of 2.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus | ORCID

Featured Publications

1. Thambamroong, T., Seetalarom, K., Saichaemchan, S., Pumsutas, Y., & colleagues. (2022). Efficacy of curcumin on treating cancer anorexia-cachexia syndrome in locally or advanced head and neck cancer: A double-blind, placebo-controlled randomised phase IIa trial.

2. Chirapongsathorn, S., Rintaravitoon, W., Tangjaturonrasme, B., & colleagues. (2025). Effect of a ketogenic diet on metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) progression: A randomized controlled trial.

3. Chirapongsathorn, S., Rintaravitoon, W., Tangjaturonrasme, B., & colleagues. (2023). Effect of a ketogenic diet on nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) progression: A randomized controlled trial.

4. Thambamroong, T., Seetalarom, K., Saichaemchan, S., Pumsutas, Y., & colleagues. (2022). Efficacy of curcumin on treating cancer anorexia-cachexia syndrome in locally or advanced head and neck cancer: A double-blind, placebo-controlled randomised trial.

5. Satirapoj, B., Varothai, N., Boonyagarn, N., Pumsutas, Y., Chotsriluecha, S., & colleagues. (2020). Effect of renal specific oral nutrition (ONCE Renal) on dietary intake and serum electrolytes in chronic kidney disease.