Bahar Ciftci | Experimental Design | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bahar Ciftci | Experimental Design | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bahar Ciftci | Experimental Design | Best Researcher Award | Doctor | Atatürk University | Turkey 

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bahar Ciftci is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of nursing education, patient care, and healthcare innovation, currently serving as a faculty member at the Faculty of Nursing, Atatürk University, Turkey. Holding a Ph.D. in Nursing, Dr. Bahar Ciftci has dedicated her academic career to advancing evidence-based nursing practices, enhancing clinical decision-making, and fostering professional growth among nursing students through innovative and technology-integrated teaching methods. Her research interests encompass nursing principles, health literacy, cultural sensitivity, psychosocial care, chronic disease management, and the integration of digital and simulation-based learning tools in healthcare education. Throughout her career, Dr. Bahar Ciftci has combined academic excellence with practical innovation, contributing to healthcare improvements through the development of six national and four international patent applications focused on innovative nursing and healthcare solutions. Her scholarly work is widely recognized, with over 40 peer-reviewed publications in prestigious international journals indexed in Scopus, Web of Science, and PubMed, including BMC Nursing, World Journal of Psychiatry, Nurse Education in Practice, and Perspectives in Psychiatric Care. Dr. Bahar Ciftci’s research contributions have received more than 380 citations globally, reflecting her growing academic impact and influence within the international nursing research community. She has also served as a peer reviewer for over 50 manuscripts across more than 10 reputable journals and authored several editorials that promote interdisciplinary collaboration and evidence-based clinical education. Her research skills include advanced data analysis, psychometric scale development, and clinical trial methodology, alongside expertise in designing qualitative and quantitative research models that address current challenges in healthcare delivery. Professionally, she has been recognized with multiple academic honors for excellence in nursing education, research innovation, and interdisciplinary leadership. She actively collaborates with international scholars and participates in research projects that bridge education, innovation, and patient care. As an educator and mentor, Dr. Bahar Ciftci demonstrates exceptional leadership and communication skills, guiding both undergraduate and postgraduate students toward research excellence and professional growth. Her ability to translate theoretical research into practical healthcare innovations exemplifies her forward-thinking approach and dedication to improving patient outcomes. In conclusion, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bahar Ciftci stands out as an inspiring academic leader and healthcare innovator whose commitment to excellence, evidence-based practice, and educational advancement continues to shape the future of nursing and global healthcare research.

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Featured Publications 

  1. Ciftci, B., & Avsar, G. (2022). Impact of continued planned education provided by clinical nurses on patients with chronic heart failure. Iranian Red Crescent Medical Journal, 24(1). Citations: 35

  2. Yildiz, G. N., Şirin Gök, M., & Ciftci, B. (2024). Development and psychometric validation of the comfort scale for injection. BMC Nursing, 23(1), 903. Citations: 18

  3. Ciftci, B., Bahçecioğlu, T. G., & Sarialioğlu, A. (2024). The effects of web-based progressive muscle relaxation exercise on perceived stress and anxiety levels of nursing students who were in clinical practice for the first time: A randomized controlled trial. Srpski Arhiv Za Celokupno Lekarstvo, 152(9–10), 492–498. Citations: 22

  4. Aydın, A., Gok, M. Ş., & Ciftci, B. (2025). A “quiet” need in the disaster of the century: A qualitative study on menstrual hygiene management. BMC Public Health, 25, 493. Citations: 12

  5. Bozkurt, T., Nacak, U. A., Karakaş, E., & Ciftci, B. (2025). The effect of stoma care teaching based on the ARCS motivation model on nursing students’ learning motivation, self-efficacy, and knowledge levels. Nurse Education in Practice, 82, 104207. Citations: 10

  6. Yildirim, N., & Ciftci, B. (2024). Health perception and healthy life awareness during the COVID-19 pandemic: Turkey profile study. Indian Journal of Public Health, 68(3), 401–406. Citations: 15

  7. Yildiz, G. N., & Ciftci, B. (2025). Narrative nursing as a holistic approach in modern healthcare: Integrating emotional and physical care. World Journal of Psychiatry, 15(3), 102956. Citations: 14.

 

Mengge Li | Experimental Design | Best Researcher Award

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.

 

nahidb shahabadi | Experimental Design | Best Researcher Award

nahidb shahabadi | Experimental Design | Best Researcher Award

Prof nahid shahabadi, razi university, Iran

Dr nahid shahabadi earned his B.S. in Chemistry from Razi University, Kermanshah, Iran (1989), and his M.S. (1994) and Ph.D. (1999) in Inorganic Chemistry from Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran. He has served as a Lab Instructor, Teaching Assistant, Assistant Professor, Head of Chemistry Dept., Head of Graduate Office, Associate Professor, and Professor. He was named the Outstanding Chemist of Iran (2019) and ranked among the top two percent of highly cited researchers worldwide (2022, 2023). He has guided 19 Ph.D. students, published 158 papers, and taught various advanced chemistry courses. 🧪📚🌍

Publication profile

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Education

With a robust academic background in chemistry, the individual earned a B.S. in Chemistry from Razi University, Kermanshah, Iran, in 1989 🧪. They advanced their expertise by obtaining an M.S. in Inorganic Chemistry from Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran, in 1994 🧬. Their academic journey culminated in a Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry from the same institution in 1999 🎓. This comprehensive education has laid a solid foundation for a distinguished career in the field of inorganic chemistry, showcasing their dedication and profound understanding of the discipline 🌟.

Experience

🔬👨‍🔬 Dr nahid shahabadi has held various pivotal roles in academia, including Lab Instructor, Teaching Assistant, Assistant Professor, Head of Chemistry Department, Head of Graduate Office, and Associate Professor. With a specialization in Inorganic Chemistry, he served as Head of the Inorganic Chemistry Department and achieved Professorship. Recognized as an Outstanding Chemist of the country in 2019, he consistently ranks among the top-cited scientists globally, listed in the top two percent in 2022 and 2023. His career spans decades of impactful research and leadership, shaping the field of Chemistry. 🌍📚

Research focus

Dr. N Shahabadi’s research focuses on the interactions between various chemical compounds and biomolecules, particularly DNA and proteins. Utilizing multi-spectroscopic techniques and molecular modeling, Dr. Shahabadi investigates the binding mechanisms of metal complexes, food additives, and pharmaceuticals with DNA and proteins such as bovine and human serum albumin. These studies are essential for understanding the biochemical behavior of these compounds, contributing to advancements in medicinal chemistry and pharmacology. 🧬🔬📚💊

Publication top notes

DNA binding and DNA cleavage studies of a water soluble cobalt (II) complex containing dinitrogen Schiff base ligand: The effect of metal on the mode of binding

Multispectroscopic studies on the interaction of 2-tert-butylhydroquinone (TBHQ), a food additive, with bovine serum albumin

Study on the interaction of food colourant quinoline yellow with bovine serum albumin by spectroscopic techniques

Binding studies of a new copper (II) complex containing mixed aliphatic and aromatic dinitrogen ligands with bovine serum albumin using different instrumental methods

DNA interaction studies of a platinum (II) complex, PtCl2 (NN)(NN= 4, 7-dimethyl-1, 10-phenanthroline), using different instrumental methods

Multi-spectroscopic and molecular modeling studies on the interaction of antihypertensive drug; methyldopa with calf thymus DNA

Spectroscopic studies on the interaction of calf thymus DNA with the drug levetiracetam

Multispectroscopic DNA-binding studies of a tris-chelate nickel (II) complex containing 4, 7-diphenyl 1, 10-phenanthroline ligands

Study on the interaction of the epilepsy drug, zonisamide with human serum albumin (HSA) by spectroscopic and molecular docking techniques

Study on the interaction of the drug mesalamine with calf thymus DNA using molecular docking and spectroscopic techniques