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

 

Camilo Jose Cela-Conde | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Camilo Jose Cela-Conde | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Camilo Jose Cela-Conde | Neuroscience |Profesor Emerito | Universidad de las Islas Baleares | Spain

Camilo José Cela-Conde is a distinguished Spanish researcher and academic known for his interdisciplinary contributions to neuroscience, human evolution, and the philosophy of mind. Holding a doctorate in Philosophy from the University of Barcelona, he has served in various esteemed institutions, including the Universidad de las Islas Baleares as Professor Emeritus and the Universidad Complutense de Madrid, where he is an active member of the Cognitive Neuroscience Research Group. His research spans over 230 works, covering topics such as aesthetic cognition, neural networks, and the evolutionary origins of human behavior. Cela-Conde’s international influence is marked by his appointment as a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science and his affiliation with the Center for Academic Research and Teaching in Anthropogeny at the University of California, San Diego. With a career that bridges science and the humanities, he continues to shape the discourse on how brain function intersects with art, consciousness, and the human condition.

Professional Profile 

Education

Camilo José Cela-Conde pursued his higher education at the University of Barcelona, where he earned both his Licenciado (Bachelor’s) in Philosophy and Letters and later a Doctorate in Philosophy. His academic training laid a strong foundation for his interdisciplinary approach, integrating philosophical inquiry with scientific research. This dual background in the humanities and formal philosophical reasoning has played a critical role in shaping his later work in cognitive neuroscience, neuroaesthetics, and the evolutionary study of the human mind.

Professional Experience

Camilo José Cela-Conde has had a distinguished professional career spanning several decades and institutions across Spain and the United States. He currently serves as a member of the Cognitive Neuroscience Research Group at the Universidad Complutense de Madrid and holds the title of Professor Emeritus at the Universidad de las Islas Baleares. Previously, he was an associate researcher at the Laboratory of Cognitive and Computational Neuroscience at the Universidad Complutense de Madrid, and at the Dr. Pérez Modrego Magnetoencephalography Center. Internationally, he served as a researcher in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of California, Irvine. His professional experience reflects a deep engagement with interdisciplinary research in neuroscience, philosophy, and human evolution.

Research Interest

Camilo José Cela-Conde’s research interests lie at the intersection of human evolution, cognitive neuroscience, and the psychology of art. He is particularly focused on understanding how the human brain processes aesthetic experience, exploring the neural correlates of beauty and creativity through studies in neuroaesthetics. Additionally, his work delves into the evolutionary mechanisms that shaped human cognition, including the development of symbolic thinking and cultural expression. He is also interested in how brain networks support consciousness and higher-order mental functions, often integrating perspectives from philosophy, biology, and neuroscience. His interdisciplinary approach aims to bridge the gap between the sciences and the humanities, providing deeper insights into what makes us uniquely human.

Award and Honor

Camilo José Cela-Conde has received notable recognition throughout his career for his contributions to science, philosophy, and interdisciplinary research. Among his most distinguished honors is his election as a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, acknowledging his significant achievements in the field of biology and human evolution. In addition, he holds the hereditary title of Marquess of Iria Flavia, passed down from his father, Nobel Prize-winning author Camilo José Cela. Cela-Conde is also a long-standing member of the Center for Academic Research and Teaching in Anthropogeny (CARTA) at the University of California, San Diego, reflecting his ongoing international engagement in evolutionary and cognitive science. These accolades highlight his influential role in bridging the humanities and sciences through groundbreaking research and thought leadership.

Publications Top Noted

  • Teaching‑induced changes in neural networks: Toward a model of the creative universe — Neuroscience Reports, 2025 

  • El camino de nuestra especie — book chapter in Caminos del pensamiento actual: Naturaleza, historia y utopía, 2024. 

  • Noninvasive Brain Stimulation of the Dorsolateral Prefrontal Cortex During Aesthetic Appreciation — book chapter in Brain, Beauty, and Art: Essays Bringing Neuroaesthetics into Focus, 2022. 

  • The Role of Left Dorsolateral Prefrontal Cortices in Aesthetic Valuation — also a book chapter in the same volume (Brain, Beauty, and Art, 2022). 

  • Art and Brain Co-evolution — journal article (co-authored with Francisco J. Ayala), 2018.

Conclusion

Camilo José Cela Conde is a highly distinguished and interdisciplinary researcher with a profound academic legacy in neuroscience, philosophy, and human evolution. His profile fits exceptionally well with the criteria for a lifetime achievement or best researcher award, particularly one that values cross-disciplinary insight and foundational contributions to understanding the human mind.

Abdulilah Mayet | Neuroscience | Excellence in Innovation Award

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Abdulilah Mayet | Neuroscience | Excellence in Innovation Award

Faculty at King Khalid University, Saudi Arabia

Prof. Abdulilah Mohammad Mayet is a distinguished Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering at King Khalid University, Saudi Arabia, with over 25 years of experience spanning academia, industry, and innovation. An alumnus of KAUST and KFUPM, he is a trailblazer in MEMS/NEMS devices, semiconductor fabrication, and AI-integrated sensor systems. As CTO and co-founder of commercial semiconductor ventures, and a Fulbright Scholar and visiting professor at UC Irvine, Dr. Mayet bridges cutting-edge research with real-world impact. He is a prolific inventor with multiple US patents and over 35 scholarly publications. His pioneering work in amorphous WNx metals, transient electronics, and nanoscale switching systems has pushed boundaries in sustainable and ultra-low-power electronics. An active member of leadership and innovation programs like MiSK 2030 and the Saudi Leadership Society, he is committed to transforming ideas into scalable innovations with national and global relevance.

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Education

Dr. Mayet holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), completed in April 2016. His doctoral work focused on advanced NEMS switches using amorphous materials, culminating in innovations in transient electronics. He also earned an M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering from KAUST in 2011, where he began developing high-end microelectronic systems. His foundational training began with a B.Sc. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM), Dhahran, in June 1991. Dr. Mayet has further enriched his academic profile through prestigious executive programs in innovation and leadership from institutions such as MIT, Esade Business School, and Cornell University. These programs equipped him with deep interdisciplinary knowledge, allowing him to integrate business acumen with high-level research and technology transfer, particularly in nanofabrication, MEMS/NEMS, and AI-driven system design.

Experience

Prof. Mayet’s career spans academia, industry, and global research. He currently serves as Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering at King Khalid University, where he leads research in nanofabrication, teaches AI-integrated FPGA systems, and directs the college’s research center. He is also the CEO of Qimam Abha Company and a founding member of the Saudi Leadership Society. Notably, he served as CTO at SEMC, overseeing a 4,000 m² commercial nano-fabrication fab. He has held visiting appointments at the University of California, Irvine, and is a Fulbright Scholar. Over three decades, he has collaborated with institutions such as Cornell, Atmel, and KAUST, gaining extensive expertise in MEMS/NEMS, EBL, and semiconductor technologies. He’s also a Regeneron ISEF Grand Awards judge and advisor in national innovation programs like MiSK 2030 Leaders. His global career uniquely blends scientific innovation, technical execution, entrepreneurship, and academic mentorship.

Awards and Honors

Dr. Mayet’s excellence has been recognized through numerous national and international honors. He is a Fulbright Scholar Fellow (2023–2024), a prestigious title awarded to distinguished scholars for international academic exchange. He was selected as a Grand Awards Judge at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) in 2024, honoring his scientific integrity and innovation. He’s also a recipient of more than SAR 26 million in competitive research grants for pioneering work in MEMS/NEMS, AI, and nanotechnology. His leadership in innovation has earned him roles in strategic national programs such as the MiSK 2030 Leaders Program and recognition through multiple invited roles and patents. He holds 8 intellectual properties and is the co-founder and CEO of a university-owned tech company. As a result, his career reflects not just scholarly excellence, but also high-impact leadership in shaping research-to-market ecosystems.

Research Focus

Dr. Mayet’s research lies at the intersection of MEMS/NEMS, nanoelectronics, AI-driven sensor systems, and advanced semiconductor fabrication. He is renowned for fabricating ultra-low voltage NEM switches with unprecedented endurance—over 8 trillion cycles—based on his innovation in amorphous WNx metals. His research has led to breakthroughs in transient electronics, AI-integrated capacitive sensors, and intelligent test compression methods. He’s deeply involved in the commercialization of MEMS devices for medical, industrial, and defense applications. He also actively integrates AI into hardware, using neural networks for flow detection, biosensing, and radiative sensing systems. His focus spans from fundamental material discovery and nanodevice design to applied engineering and real-world deployment. Through his leadership at King Khalid University’s research center and consulting at the Artificial Intelligence Center, he is initiating new fabs for research and commercial use, reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s capacity in high-tech manufacturing and innovation.

Publication Top Notes

Multiphase Flow’s Volume Fractions Intelligent Measurement by a Compound Method Employing Cesium-137, Photon Attenuation Sensor, and Capacitance-Based Sensor

Combination of a Nondestructive Testing Method with Artificial Neural Network for Determining Thickness of Aluminum Sheets Regardless of Alloy’s Type

Application of the Fourier Transform to Improve the Accuracy of Gamma-Based Volume Percentage Detection System Independent of Scale Thickness

An Insight to the Outage Performance of Multi-Hop Mixed RF/FSO/UWOC System

Intelligent Measuring of the Volume Fraction Considering Temperature Changes and Independent Pressure Variations for a Two-Phase Homogeneous Fluid Using an 8-Electrode Sensor and an ANN

Proposing a Method Based on Artificial Neural Network for Predicting Alignment between the Saudi Nursing Workforce and the Gig Framework

An Intelligent Approach to Determine Component Volume Percentages in a Symmetrical Homogeneous Three-Phase Fluid in Scaled Pipe Conditions

Kaouthar Louati | Neuroscience | Excellence in Research Award

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Kaouthar Louati | Neuroscience | Excellence in Research Award

Dr Kaouthar Louati, University of Monastir, Tunisia

Dr. Kaouthar Louati is a distinguished researcher and analytical chemist 🎓🧪 with a doctoral degree in Analytical Chemistry from the University of Monastir, Tunisia 🇹🇳. She has made substantial contributions to pharmaceutical sciences through over 15 high-impact publications 📚, two book contributions 📘, and collaborative projects in Tunisia and the UK 🇬🇧. Her work focuses on toxicoproteomics, redox proteomics, and stability studies of pharmaceuticals 💊. Dr. Louati is affiliated with prestigious institutions including the University of Nottingham, Habib Bourguiba University Hospital, and multiple pharmaceutical laboratories 🏥🔬. Known for her meticulous method validation, drug impurity analysis, and environmental toxicology studies 🌿⚗️, she has emerged as a key figure in analytical method development and toxicological risk assessment. With deep academic commitment and a passion for pharmaceutical innovation 💡, she continues to impact the global scientific community and serves as a role model for women in STEM 👩‍🔬🌍.

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Education

Dr. Louati’s academic journey is rooted in excellence 🌟. She earned her Doctorate in Analytical Chemistry (2019–2024) 🧪 from the University of Monastir, Tunisia, with very honorable distinction 🎓. Previously, she completed a Master’s in Medicaments’ Research and Development (2009–2010) 🧬 and a Diploma in Doctor of Pharmacy (2008–2009), both with high honors 🏅. Her early academic path included a Diploma in Pharmacy (2002–2007) with a very good grade 🧑‍⚕️ and a Mathematics Baccalaureate (2002) with very honorable mention 🧠➕➖. Throughout her education, she displayed strong scientific aptitude, particularly in pharmaceutical formulation, analytical chemistry, and medical science fundamentals 💉📘. This rich academic foundation positioned her to excel in multidisciplinary pharmaceutical research, bridging clinical applications with laboratory innovation 🧫🔍.

Experience

Dr. Louati has extensive experience in academia, hospitals, and the pharmaceutical industry 🏥🏭. Since 2020, she has served as a Doctor Pharmacist and Associate Researcher at the University of Monastir’s Laboratory of Pharmacology and Drug Development 🔬, and at the Habib Bourguiba University Hospital in both the pharmaceutical and pathological anatomy departments 🧑‍⚕️🧫. She also contributed internationally at the University of Nottingham and Royal Derby Hospital, UK (2020–2023) 🇬🇧. From 2010 to 2015, she worked in UNIMED and PHARMACARE Laboratories, where she developed generic drugs, validated analytical methods, and ensured product compliance with international pharmacopeias 💊📈. Her expertise spans method validation (ICH Q2R1), stress testing, impurity profiling, and regulatory documentation ✍️📑. Her collaborative approach and technical leadership across diverse settings underscore her excellence as both a researcher and pharmaceutical scientist 🌍🧪.

Awards and Honors

Dr. Kaouthar Louati has earned academic distinction throughout her career, including “Very Honorable” mentions for both her doctoral and master’s studies 🏅📘. She was recognized for producing highly cited research and has published over 15 peer-reviewed articles and 2 books in respected international journals and editions 📚🌐. Her contributions to method development, toxicological evaluation, and environmental health have received national and international attention 🧬🌍. Her scientific rigor earned her opportunities to collaborate with global institutions such as the University of Nottingham, reflecting peer recognition and trust in her expertise 🤝🔬. Her work on toxicoproteomics and pharmaceutical impurities has made significant impacts on public health research and regulatory science 🌡️⚗️. Dr. Louati’s continued academic excellence, innovation, and mentorship potential position her as a prime candidate for the Best Researcher Award 🏆🎖️.

Research Focus

Dr. Louati’s research is at the forefront of analytical chemistry, toxicoproteomics, and pharmaceutical sciences 🔍🧪. She focuses on validating and developing robust analytical methods to detect drug impurities, residual solvents, and degradation products, essential for drug stability and safety studies 💊📈. Her work in toxicoproteomics includes assessing oxidative stress and protein damage induced by environmental toxins like pesticides using cutting-edge techniques like Nano-UHPLC-MS/MS and 2D-SDS-PAGE 🌿🧬. She also pioneers method development for anti-epileptic drug monitoring and anabolic steroid detection for doping control 🧠💪. Her integration of redox biology and pharmacological analytics strengthens both environmental health surveillance and clinical pharmacology 🌎🏥. Dr. Louati’s unique blend of expertise bridges fundamental research with real-world applications, significantly contributing to public health, pharmacovigilance, and regulatory standards 🌐📊.

Publication Top Notes

A Shotgun Proteomic-Based Approach with a Q-Exactive Hybrid Quadrupole-Orbitrap High-Resolution Mass Spectrometer for the Assessment of Pesticide Mixture-Induced Neurotoxicity on a 3D-Developed Neurospheroid Model from Human Brain Meningiomas: Identification of Trityl-Post-Translational Modification

Differential Proteome Profiling Analysis under Pesticide Stress by the Use of a Nano-UHPLC-MS/MS Untargeted Proteomic-Based Approach on a 3D-Developed Neurospheroid Model: Identification of Protein Interactions, Prognostic Biomarkers, and Potential Therapeutic Targets in Human IDH Mutant High-Grade Gliomas

Research of Pesticide Metabolites in Human Brain Tumor Tissues by Chemometrics-Based Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry Analysis for a Hypothetical Correlation between Pesticide Exposure and Risk Factor of Central Nervous System Tumors

Evaluation of the reliability of human teeth matrix used as a biomarker for fluoride environmental pollution

Optimization of morphine extraction method for the assay of its urinary 3-glucuronideconjuguate by gas chromatography-mass spectrometry

Development of a new stability indicating method for the simultaneous separation of voriconazole from its impurities along with sodium benzoate used as a preservative in a powder for oral suspension

Development of a new liquid chromatographic method for the simultaneous separation of ciprofloxacin degradation products with 5-hydroxymethyl-furfural, impurity of D-glucose, in an intravenous solution for perfusion