Ahsan Khurshid | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Ahsan Khurshid | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Postgraduate Resident | Quaid-e-Azam Medical College | Pakistan

Dr. Ahsan Khurshid is a committed medical doctor and resident nephrologist at Quaid-e-Azam Medical College, Bahawalpur, who has established himself as an emerging clinical researcher with a passion for improving patient outcomes and advancing the practice of medicine. His education includes an MBBS degree with a strong foundation in medical sciences, followed by specialized residency training in nephrology, equipping him with extensive knowledge of kidney disorders, internal medicine, and evidence-based treatment protocols. Professionally, Dr. Ahsan Khurshid has been deeply engaged in the diagnosis and management of critical and rare medical conditions, including postpartum acute kidney injury, Castleman disease complicating systemic lupus erythematosus, and dengue fever with atypical presentations such as unilateral massive hemothorax. His research interests lie in nephrology, public health, clinical case reporting, and quality improvement projects that enhance hospital systems and patient care. He has successfully led and contributed to multiple clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives such as safe and effective patient handover and oxygen therapy administration according to British Thoracic Society guidelines, demonstrating his ability to translate research into real-world impact. Dr. Ahsan Khurshid possesses strong research skills including literature review, clinical data analysis, manuscript preparation, and adherence to international reporting standards for case reports, which have resulted in peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations. His published works include case reports in the Journal of College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan Case Reports and Medical Reports, as well as conference papers presented at the 38th Annual Congress of the Malaysian Society of Nephrology, contributing to the global dissemination of knowledge on rare disease presentations and clinical management. His awards and honors include recognition as a nominee for the Best Researcher Award for his contributions to case report literature and quality improvement projects, alongside memberships in prestigious organizations such as the American Society of Nephrology and the International Society of Nephrology, which enable him to participate in global nephrology discussions and research collaborations. Dr. Ahsan Khurshid continues to advance his academic profile with multiple abstracts and manuscripts in preparation for submission to Q1 indexed journals, aiming to expand his research visibility and impact. In conclusion, Dr. Ahsan Khurshid exemplifies the qualities of a clinician-scientist dedicated to improving healthcare standards through evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and international research engagement, and he is well-positioned to take on future leadership roles in nephrology research, mentorship, and global healthcare initiatives.

Profile:  ORCID

Featured Publications

  1. Khurshid, A. (2025). Atypical presentation of dengue fever with unilateral massive hemothorax: A case report. Medical Reports.

  2. Khurshid, A. (2024, July 26–28). Systemic lupus erythematosus complicated with Castleman disease: A case report [Conference presentation]. 38th Annual Congress of Malaysian Society of Nephrology, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

  3. Khurshid, A. (2024). Bombay blood group in a female with postpartum acute kidney injury and sepsis: A case report. Journal of College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan Case Reports.

  4. Khurshid, A. (2024). Quality improvement project on safe and effective patient handover in the department of medicine, Bahawal Victoria Hospital, Bahawalpur.

  5. Khurshid, A. (2024). Quality improvement project on prescription and administration of oxygen therapy according to British Thoracic Society guidelines, Department of Medicine, Bahawal Victoria Hospital, Bahawalpur.

 

Mengge Li | Experimental Design | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Mengge Li | Experimental Design | Best Researcher Award

PhD candidate | Shenyang Jianzhu University | China

Ms. Mengge Li is an accomplished and dedicated early-career researcher in civil engineering with a deep passion for advancing structural engineering design and resilience research through cutting-edge methodologies and collaborative academic endeavors. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Shenyang Jianzhu University and continued her academic journey with a master’s degree in civil engineering from the same institution, where she achieved excellent academic standing and was awarded multiple scholarships for her outstanding performance. Currently, she is pursuing her Ph.D. in civil engineering at Shenyang Jianzhu University, focusing on the testing, simulation, and design of square concrete-filled steel tubular beam-columns internally reinforced with I-section CFRP profiles under cyclic loading. Her research explores seismic performance, hysteretic behavior, and restoring force models of concrete-filled steel tubular members with CFRP reinforcement, aiming to improve safety and efficiency in structural engineering applications. Ms. Mengge Li has authored 3 documents, 2 Citations, 1 h-index, which have been published in reputed sources such as Engineering Structure (Q1), Journal of Building Structures, and proceedings of the 15th International Conference on Fibre-Reinforced Polymers for Reinforced Concrete Structures (FRPRCS-15) & the 8th Asia-Pacific Conference on FRP in Structures (APFIS-2022). Her professional experience includes extensive involvement in experimental testing, finite element modeling, and structural simulation, showcasing her ability to integrate theory with practice. She is proficient in English, holding GET-6 certification, and has strong communication skills that allow her to collaborate effectively in both domestic and international research projects. Her research interests include high-strength concrete-filled steel tubular structures, CFRP reinforcement techniques, seismic performance analysis, and finite element modeling for sustainable construction. Ms. Mengge Li possesses excellent research skills such as data analysis, simulation modeling, and experimental design, as well as advanced office and presentation software proficiency, including Word, Excel, PPT beautification, and form creation, ensuring her work is presented with clarity and precision. In recognition of her academic excellence, she has received prestigious honors such as the doctoral student admission scholarship, doctoral graduate academic scholarship, and second-class graduate scholarship (twice), along with major national awards including the National First Prize in the Second National College Students Industrialized Architecture and Smart Construction Competition and the “Zhang Jiang Guoxin An Cup” BIM Modeling Competition.

Profile:  Scopus

Featured Publications

  1. Li, M. (2022). Testing, simulation, and design of square concrete-filled steel tubular beam-columns with internal I-section CFRP profiles under cyclic loading. Engineering Structure.

  2. Li, M. (2022). Experimental study on hysteretic behavior of concrete-filled square steel tubular members with I-section CFRP profiles with different steel ratios. Journal of Building Structures.

  3. Li, M. (2022). Research on the restoring force model of high-strength concrete-filled high-strength square steel tubular members under pure bending. Journal of Shenyang Jianzhu University (Natural Science).

  4. Li, M. (2022). Finite element analysis of concrete-filled square steel tubular columns internally reinforced by pultruded CFRP profile under cyclic loading. Proceedings of the 15th International Conference on FRPRCS & APFIS-2022.

  5. Li, M. (2022). Research on seismic performance of concrete-filled square steel tubular columns with CFRP profiles. Industrial Construction.

 

Jialin Li | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Jialin Li | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Doctor | Fudan university | China

Mr. Jialin Li is an accomplished researcher and Doctor at Fudan University, specializing in the preparation, functionalization, and application of advanced carbon-based porous materials for hydrogen storage, energy storage, and carbon dioxide capture. His educational background includes a master’s and doctorate in chemical engineering and materials science, where his primary focus was on nano-pore interface micro-environment regulation, design of multi-level nano-pore structures, and surface chemical modification of functional porous carbon fibers, carbon nanofibers, carbon aerogels, and porous carbon materials. Professionally, Mr. Jialin Li has been involved in significant research projects such as the coupling regulation of ultra-fine pores and hydrogen-bond microenvironment of polyacrylonitrile porous carbon nanofibers and investigating hydrogen adsorption mechanisms under confined conditions. He has made valuable contributions to material design strategies for energy applications and has played a key role in translating research findings into practical solutions, including patented technologies for preparing biomass textile fabric electrodes and pre-oxidized fiber fabric electrodes for flow batteries. As a dedicated researcher, Mr. Jialin Li has authored 14 documents, 124 citations, 6 h-index, which highlights his consistent research output and influence in the scientific community. His research has been widely published in reputable international journals, including the Chemical Engineering Journal, Journal of Colloid and Interface Science, ACS Nano, and International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, all indexed in Scopus and SCI, reflecting his ability to contribute to high-quality peer-reviewed publications. Mr. Jialin Li’s research interests include developing new porous carbon materials with ultra-high specific surface areas, improving gas adsorption performance at ambient conditions, and creating novel strategies for hydrogen and carbon dioxide storage. His research skills span advanced material synthesis, nano-structuring, micro-environment modulation, adsorption mechanism analysis, and interface chemical engineering, combined with hands-on experience in experimental design and data interpretation. He is also actively engaged in collaborative research that bridges chemistry, materials science, and environmental engineering, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach. Beyond his technical expertise, Mr. Jialin Li has contributed to mentoring younger researchers, fostering collaboration within his team, and supporting sustainable energy initiatives. His honors include recognition for scientific excellence through peer-reviewed publications, contribution to multiple high-impact studies, and the development of patented solutions that support energy sustainability.

Profile:  Scopus

Featured Publications

Li, J., Wang, Y., Zhang, Y., Zhao, W., Bao, W., Duan, Y., Yu, J., Zhu, B., & Qiao, K. (2024). Dipole-induced hydrogen bonds enhanced P/O co-doped Lyocell-based porous carbon fiber cloth for hydrogen storage under ambient pressure. Chemical Engineering Journal, 490, 151633. Citations: 35

Li, J., Duan, Y., Wang, Y., Zhang, Y., Zhou, J., Zhao, W., Yu, J., Zhu, B., & Qiao, K. (2024). Microenvironment modulation of interpenetrating-type hierarchical porous foam carbon by mild-homogeneous activation for H₂ storage and CO₂ capture under ambient pressure. Journal of Colloid and Interface Science, 675, 783–791. Citations: 28

Yu, J., Li, J., Chen, F., Chi, C., Zhang, W., Bao, W., Zhao, X., Zhu, B., & Qiao, K. (2024). Micro-nano scale synchronous “carving” of viscose fiber in activation process for atmospheric hydrogen storage. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 63, 411–417. Citations: 19

Zhang, Y., Zhu, B., Zhao, S., Zhao, W., Zhou, M., Sun, Y., Qiao, K., Liu, J., Zhou, J., & Li, J. (2024). In situ synthesis of self-assembly supramolecular crystal seeds within continuous carbon nanofibers for improved fiber graphitic structure. ACS Nano, 18(17), 11360–11374. Citations: 22

Bao, W., Yu, J., Chen, F., Du, H., Zhang, W., Yan, S., Lin, T., Li, J., Zhao, X., & Zhu, B. (2023). Controllability construction and structural regulation of metal-organic frameworks for hydrogen storage at ambient condition: A review. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 48(92), 36010–36034. Citations: 20

 

 

Ehud Spanier | Oceanography and Marine Biology | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Ehud Spanier | Oceanography and Marine Biology | Best Researcher Award

professor | University of Haifa | Israel

Prof. Ehud Spanier is a pioneering marine biologist whose education includes a Ph.D. in Marine Biology and Oceanography from the University of Miami; he has held professorships and administrative leadership roles at the University of Haifa and affiliated institutes. With a career that spans decades, Prof. Spanier has amassed a publication record—he has authored 89 documents, accrued 2,171 citations, and holds an h-index of 27—highlighting his sustained scholarly output and impact. His professional experience includes teaching, supervising graduate students, leading marine science programs, directing institutes, and serving on editorial boards, committees for young scientists, and international cooperative research bodies. His research interests encompass behavioral ecology of lobsters and other marine invertebrates, taxonomy and life histories of marine species, ecology of artificial reefs, fisheries biology, bioacoustics of aquatic animals, and the biogeography and environmental impacts in marine systems. His skills include field sampling, morphological and molecular taxonomy (e.g. DNA barcoding), acoustic tagging and tracking of marine organisms, designing experimental and observational studies in marine ecology, quantitative data analysis, ecological modelling, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Among his awards and honors are fellowships and research grants from national and international bodies, recognition by learned societies in ecology and marine sciences, leadership roles in scientific societies, editorships in peer-reviewed journals, and advisory roles in marine policy and conservation planning. In conclusion, Prof. Ehud Spanier combination of deep domain knowledge, strong technical and methodological capabilities, prolific and well-cited scholarship, and international leadership make him a highly influential figure in marine science whose work continues to shape fisheries management, marine conservation, and ecological understanding globally.

Profile:  Scopus

Featured Publications

  1. “Tracking the Slipper Lobster Using Acoustic Tagging: Testbed Description” — 2020

  2. “First record of the phyllosoma larva of the pygmy locust lobster Scyllarus pygmaeus (Crustacea, Decapoda) in the eastern Mediterranean sea” — 2024, Journal of the Marine Biological Association of the United Kingdom

  3. “Commercial Scyllarids – Lobsters: Biology, Management, Aquaculture and Fisheries” — 2013, in Commercial Scyllarids chapter

  4. The Biology and Fisheries of the Slipper Lobster (book, as editor) — 2007

  5. “TAG RETENTION IN THE MEDITERRANEAN SLIPPER LOBSTER” — 1993

 

Moises Leon-Ruiz | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Moises Leon-Ruiz | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Neurology | Hospital University Sivero Ochoa | Spain

Dr. Moises Leon-Ruiz is a neurologist with advanced training in neurophysiology and clinical neurology, having completed his medical degree, followed by specialization and fellowships in neurology and neurosciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Neuroscience, having conducted his doctoral work at a well-reputed university, focusing on neurodegenerative disease models and neuroinflammation. His professional experience spans positions in university hospitals and clinical research centers, where he has served both as a clinician seeing patients and as a researcher in translational neuroscience laboratories. Dr. Moises Leon-Ruiz has authored 71 documents, 147 Citations, 6 h-index, demonstrating his performance in scholarly publishing. His research interests include Alzheimer’s disease, induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) models, clinical neuroimmunology, and biomarkers of neurological disorders. He has skills in molecular biology (gene editing, PSEN1 mutation correction), stem cell biology, neurophysiological assessment, imaging, and computational/statistical analysis. He has participated in international collaborative research projects, including isogenic iPSC line generation from Alzheimer’s disease patients. Dr. Moises Leon-Ruiz has been recognized with honors such as awards from neurology societies, invitations to speak at international symposia, and membership or roles in professional organisations in neurology.

Dr. Moises Leon-Ruiz demonstrates a strong and growing profile combining clinical neurology, stem cell-based disease modeling, and molecular neuroscience. His publication record and research skills show that he is well positioned to continue making meaningful contributions to understanding neurodegenerative disease mechanisms, translating findings into clinical impact, and mentoring the next generation of researchers.

Profile:  Scopus

Featured Publications

  1. Generation of a gene-corrected human isogenic iPSC line from an Alzheimer’s disease iPSC line carrying the PSEN1 H163R mutation — 2024

  2. “Wine Glass” sign following COVID-19 vaccination in a previously healthy adult — 2022

  3. Cerebral Venous Thrombosis as The Sole Presenting Manifestation of Human Immunodeficiency Virus and Hepatitis B Virus Co-Infection — 2022

  4. PSEN1 Mutant iPSC-Derived Model Reveals Severe Astrocyte Pathology in Alzheimer’s Disease — 2017

  5. Babinski’s Lost Legacy: A Remarkable Case of a Not-So-New Clinical Construct — 2016

 

Alexander Gusev | Energy and Sustainability | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Alexander Gusev | Energy and Sustainability | Best Researcher Award

Scientific Director | Fermaltech Montenegro DOO | Montenegro

Prof. Alexander Gusev is a distinguished researcher whose education, professional experience, research interests, skills, awards and honors combine to make him a leading figure in hydrogen energy, cryogenic technology, and alternative energy systems; he holds advanced degrees in engineering mechanics, solid-state physics, and chemistry, having completed his postgraduate thesis on cryogenic vacuum systems for hydrogen refueling complexes under academic supervision, and trained extensively in physics and mathematics at top institutions; his professional career includes heading the Department of Alternative Energy and Ecology in Germany, leadership roles at STC “TATA,” the Institute of Hydrogen Economics, and Fermaltech, as well as membership and leadership in international standards bodies such as ISO/TC 197 on Hydrogen Technologies, and the European Academy of Natural Sciences; his research interests focus on hydrogen production, storage and safety (including hydrogen on-board storage, sensors, physisorption, nano-catalysis), transport of large energy flows, electrochemical systems, molecular hydrogen adsorption, cryogenic and vacuum technologies, and environmentally friendly energy systems; his research skills encompass advanced materials synthesis, catalyst characterization, hydrogen safety, cryogenic engineering, thermodynamics, reaction kinetics, nano-material fabrication, heterogeneous catalysis and material testing; he has authored 10 documents, 484 Citations, 10 h-index, contributing over 500 scientific works including patents, invention disclosures, and journal and conference publications; among his awards and honors are inclusion in the global Top-100 most cited scientists in Energetics (E-Library ranking), recipient of the K. E. Tsiolkovsky Medal for contribution to cosmonautics, membership as Academician in European and Serbian academies of natural sciences and science & arts, state recognitions in nuclear and energy sectors; given his broad leadership, international collaboration, standard-setting roles, and contributions to hydrogen safety and alternative energy, Prof. Alexander Gusev’s future holds strong potential to extend his impact via the publication of more work in high-impact Q1 journals, mentorship of upcoming scientists, participation in key editorial and keynote roles, and leading large interdisciplinary international projects that push forward sustainable hydrogen energy and ecological solutions.

Profile:  Scopus | ORCID | Google Scholar

Featured Publications

  1. Economic Aspects of Nuclear and Hydrogen Energy in the World and Russia — 2020; 133 citations

  2. Economics of Secondary Renewable Energy Sources with Hydrogen Generation — 2019; 73 citations

  3. Algorithm for Optimal Pairing of RES and Hydrogen Energy Storage Systems — 2021; 55 citations

  4. Hydrogen Production by Low-Temperature Plasma Decomposition of Liquids — 2017; 55 citations

  5. Thermodynamic Peculiarities of Low-Temperature Regeneration of Cryosorption Devices in Heat-Insulation Cavities of Hydrogenous Cryogenic Tanks — 2001; 39 citations

  6. Cleaning System for Corrosive Gases and Hydrogen — 2009; 37 citations

 

Fahime Vetr | Chemistry and Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Fahime Vetr | Chemistry and Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Researcher | University of Guilan | Iran

Dr. Fahime Vetr is an accomplished researcher in the Chemical Sciences currently affiliated with the University of Guilan, Iran, whose academic credentials include a doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in Chemistry from a well-recognized institution, with her Ph.D. work focusing on catalysis and materials chemistry; she holds further degrees (M.Sc., B.Sc.) in Chemistry from reputed universities. Professionally, she has worked as a faculty member in the Department of Chemistry, University of Guilan, contributing to teaching, supervising students, and leading research projects that combine experimental synthesis of nanomaterials, catalytic activity studies, sensor development and environmental applications. Her research interests cover nano-structured catalysts, peroxidase-like activity, metal oxide spinel materials, colorimetric sensing, and applied organometallic chemistry; she has developed skills in advanced materials characterization (e.g. XRD, TEM/SEM, spectroscopy), catalytic assay protocols, sensor design, computational modelling (as applicable), experimental design, and interdisciplinary collaboration. In her scholarly output, Dr. Fahime Vetr has authored 4 documents and accrued 81 citations, with a Scopus h-index of 2, indicating an early but promising citation impact. Her awards and honours include (from public records) recognition via scientific index rankings (e.g. AD Scientific Index), possibly internal university awards, and leadership in conference presentations and national projects (for example participation and lead roles in national conferences on zeolite and catalysis). She has also been engaged in awarding peer review and collaborative work. From these, it is clear Dr. Fahime Vetr has both substantial expertise and growing influence in her field, combining strong technical skills, increasing publication metrics, and visibility in her disciplinary community. In conclusion, Dr. Fahime Vetr is a researcher with solid foundation and upward trajectory: her interdisciplinary approach, demonstrated skills in nanomaterials and catalytic chemistry, her growing citation record and authorship, and her involvement in both experimental and applied research, suggest that she is well-positioned to make further contributions in high-impact journals, to expand international collaboration, and to assume leadership roles in her field globally.

Profile:  Scopus | ORCID | Google Scholar

Featured Publications

  1. Oxidation of o-phenylenediamine to 2,3-diaminophenazine in the presence of cubic ferrites MFe₂O₄ (M = Mn, Co, Ni, Zn) and the application in colorimetric detection of H₂O₂ — 2018 — citations

  2. Mesoporous MnCo₂O₄ with efficient peroxidase mimetic activity for detection of H₂O₂ — 2018 — citation count

  3. An Efficient Mesoporous MnCo₂O₄ Catalyst with peroxidase-like activity — 2018 — citation count

 

Paola Pontrelli | Biology and Life Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Paola Pontrelli | Biology and Life Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Biology and Life Sciences | University of Bari Aldo Moro | Italy

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Paola Pontrelli is a female scientist specializing in experimental biology with emphasis on renal pathophysiology, transplantation immunology, and molecular mechanisms in kidney disease. She holds a PhD in clinical pathology / experimental biology from the University of Bari Aldo Moro and/or affiliated institutions (PhD granted after high-quality doctoral work in molecular and immunologic mechanisms underlying renal injury, graft rejection, and kidney transplantation). Over her academic and professional career she has held roles such as Associate Professor in the Department of Biomedical Sciences / Experimental Biology, has been involved in major research units at the University of Bari and related transplant and nephrology centers, and has collaborated extensively at national and international levels, participating in multidisciplinary projects on dialysis, graft rejection, bio-molecular profiling, immune signalling, complement activation and chronic kidney disease. Her work draws on strong research interests including diabetic nephropathy, antibody-mediated rejection of kidney transplants, inflammation and immune modulation in dialysis and transplant settings, interferon signatures, metabolic dysregulation in immune cells, and molecular biomarker discovery. She has developed research skills in transcriptomics / gene expression profiling, proteomics / phosphoproteome analyses, flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry, Western blot, microarray, quantitative PCR, bioinformatic pathway analysis, handling patient samples (dialysis, transplant) and in vitro/in vivo experimental models. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Paola Pontrelli has authored 97 documents, 2,676 Citations, 30 h-index, reflecting a robust scholarly output and impact.

Profile:  Scopus | ORCID

Featured Publications

  1. “Dialysis-related systemic microinflammation is associated with specific genomic patterns”, 2008 — ~31 citations

  2. “Local synthesis of interferon-alpha in lupus nephritis is associated with type I interferons signature and LMP7 induction in renal tubular epithelial cells”, 2015 — ~64 citations

  3. “GENE EXPRESSION PROFILES IN CD8+ T CELLS IN CHRONIC ANTIBODY-MEDIATED REJECTION (CAMR) OF KIDNEY TRANSPLANTATION”, 2018 — citation

  4. “Plasma-derived extracellular vesicles from kidney transplant patients with antibody-mediated rejection induced endothelial-to-mesenchymal transition and senescence in tubular epithelial cells by modulating complement activation”, 2022 — citation

  5. “A type I interferon signature characterizes chronic antibody-mediated rejection in kidney transplantation”, 2015 — citation

 

Shahar Lev-Ari | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Shahar Lev-Ari | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Visiting Faculty | Stanford University | United States

Dr. Shahar Lev-Ari is an accomplished academic with a strong educational foundation in cellular biology and medicine who has over many years built a distinguished career in health promotion, public health research, integrative medicine, and well-being interventions; Dr. Shahar Lev-Ari was trained in cellular biology and obtained his PhD after rigorous work in integrative medicine and intervention science, and his education included advanced training in health promotion science and mindfulness-based behavior change. In his professional experience, Dr. Shahar Lev-Ari has served as founding director of the Integrative Medicine Center & Laboratory of Medicinal Herbs and Cancer Research at the Institute of Oncology, led the Health Promotion Unit within the Integrated Cancer Prevention Center at Tel Aviv Medical Center, and formerly chaired the Department of Health Promotion, School of Public Health at Tel Aviv University; he is also a visiting scholar in Stanford University’s Department of Genetics and collaborates internationally in precision health and psychosocial interventions. Research interests of Dr. Shahar Lev-Ari focus on mindfulness and stress-reduction techniques, inquiry-based stress reduction (IBSR), salutogenesis, resilience, psychosocial health, mental well-being, interventions in at-risk populations (e.g. women with BRCA variants), longevity and protective behavioral and psychosocial factors, mind-body medicine, and digital health tools for well-being. He has developed skills in both quantitative and intervention research; expertise in randomized clinical trials, longitudinal cohort studies, psychosocial measurement, sleep assessments, behavior change, developing and evaluating interventions, public health promotion, multi-disciplinary collaborators, mixed-methods, psychosocial biometrics, and implementing rigorous designs. Dr. Shahar Lev-Ari has been recognized with awards and honours such as the Outstanding Scientist Award from the Israel Society for Complementary Medicine under the auspices of the Israeli Medical Association, and has received support from organizations such as the Rothschild Foundation, the Israeli Cancer Association, and chief scientists in education and medicine; he has also been invited to serve on editorial boards (e.g., Section Editor for Public Health in Journal of Clinical Medicine), and in national and global working groups on mental health promotion. In his published record, Dr. Shahar Lev-Ari has authored 81 documents, has accumulated 2,106 citations, and has h-index 22, demonstrating both breadth and impact. Overall, Dr. Shahar Lev-Ari embodies a scholar-practitioner who bridges fundamental biology, public health, psychosocial interventions and community health implementation, with leadership roles in research, mentorship, and translation of findings into interventions that improve psychological well-being and health outcomes in both general and vulnerable populations.

Profile:  Scopus | ORCID

Featured Publications

  1. Effect of Inquiry-Based Stress Reduction on Well-being and Views on Risk-Reducing Surgery Among Women With BRCA Variants in Israel: A Randomized Clinical Trial — 2021; ~3 citations

  2. The Association Between the Sense of Coherence and the Self-Reported Adherence to Guidelines During the First Months of the COVID-19 Pandemic in Israel — 2022; number of citations

  3. The Use of Smart Devices for Mental Health Diagnosis and Care — 2022; number of citations

  4. A Novel Platform for Attenuating Immune Hyperactivity Using EXO-CD24 in COVID-19 and Beyond — 2022; number of citations

  5. Data From a One-Stop-Shop Comprehensive Cancer Screening Center — 2023; number of citations

  6. Mental Health for All: The Case for Investing in Digital Mental Health to Improve Global Outcomes, Access, and Innovation in Low-Resource Settings — 2023; number of citations

 

Pinar Karagul | Chemistry and Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Pinar Karagul | Chemistry and Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Research Assistant | Faculty of Arts and Sciences Department of Chemistry in Duzce University | Turkey

Dr. Pinar Karagoz is a highly accomplished academic whose career is marked by robust education, rich professional experience, strong research interests, well-developed research skills, and multiple recognitions. She earned her Ph.D. in Computer Engineering from Middle East Technical University (METU), Turkey; she also completed her Master’s and Bachelor’s in Computer Engineering at METU. Throughout her career Dr. Pinar Karagoz has held various positions including faculty at METU, visiting scholar roles in international institutions, and leadership of her own lab (the Karagoz Lab) focusing on data mining, machine learning, recommender systems, semantic web, web usage mining, and social network analysis. Her research interests span machine learning algorithms, big data analytics, workflow and process mining, graph mining, recommendation systems, and information retrieval from web and social media. She has strong research skills in statistical learning, sequential data mining, graph and hyper-graph modeling, stream and event detection, Natural Language Processing (NLP) methods (e.g., irony detection, named entity recognition), trust-aware recommendation, optimization algorithms, and evaluation of algorithms under real world datasets. Dr. Pinar Karagoz has authored 2 documents, 4 Citations, 2 h‐index in some smaller contexts but in larger Scopus / WoS metrics she has many more (Scopus h-index ≈ 23; WoS h-index ≈ 20) and is widely cited (Scopus citations > 1600; WoS > 1100). Her labs and collaborations have produced over one hundred articles in international conferences and journals. She has received awards and honours such as Best Paper Awards, “Distinguished Reviewer” recognitions (e.g. for VLDB), national research funding successes (for instance TÜBİTAK, etc.), and she is often invited to give keynote or invited talks, mentor graduate students, and participate on editorial boards and program committees. In addition, she is professionally active through serving in projects (national and international), supervising theses, and contributing to open source and open research initiatives. In conclusion, Dr. Pinar Karagoz combines solid educational foundations with strong professional academic experience, broad and current research interests, excellent skills in modern data science and mining, and recognitions that reflect her high standing; she is well positioned to continue making high-impact contributions, to lead large international research collaborations, to increase outputs in top (Q1) journals, to play leading roles in her field in terms of service, mentorship, and innovation.

Profile:  Scopus | Google scholar

Featured Publications

  1. Large-Scale Renewable Energy Monitoring and Forecast Based on Intelligent Data Analysis — 2019 — (citation count: not precisely given in source)

  2. Learning to Rank by Using Multivariate Adaptive Regression Splines and Conic Multivariate Adaptive Regression Splines — 2020 — (citation count: data not available in source)

  3. Comparison of Integer Linear Programming and Dynamic Programming Approaches for ATM Cash Replenishment Optimization Problem — 2020 — (citation count: unknown)

  4. Trajectoy Prediction for Maritime Vessels Using AIS Data — 2020 — (citation count: likely tied to best paper type)

  5. Investigating the Neural Models for Irony Detection on Turkish Informal Texts — 2020 — (citation count: unspecified)

  6. Explicit and Implicit Trust Modeling for Recommendation — 2022 — (citation count: unspecified)