Adnan Said | Medicine | Best Researcher Award

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Best Researcher Award

Adnan Said
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

Adnan Said
Affiliation University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Country United States
Scopus Id 35582909600
Documents 107
Citation 5,510
h-index 35
Subject Area Medicine
Event International Popular Scientist Awards
Orcid 0000-0001-9944-4071

Adnan Said is a medicine researcher affiliated with the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in the United States. The researcher profile supplied for this article lists 107 documents, 5,510 citations, and an h-index of 35 in Scopus, with research activity represented across hepatology, interventional radiology, liver transplantation, portal hypertension, and related clinical and translational areas. The publication record includes collaborative studies addressing transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) procedures, gastrointestinal bleeding, liver fibrosis, and transplantation. [1]

Abstract

This academic recognition profile presents the research record of Adnan Said, whose supplied Scopus profile contains 107 documents, 5,510 citations, and an h-index of 35. His publication contributions represented in the supplied record focus substantially on liver-related clinical research, including portal hypertension, TIPS, gastrointestinal bleeding, liver transplantation, hepatic fibrosis, and associated diagnostic and therapeutic questions. The listed publications also demonstrate collaboration across multidisciplinary research groups involving hepatology, interventional radiology, transplantation, nuclear medicine, and related clinical sciences. [1]

Keywords

Adnan Said; Medicine; Hepatology; Liver Disease; Portal Hypertension; TIPS; Liver Transplantation; Gastrointestinal Bleeding; Liver Fibrosis; Interventional Radiology; Clinical Research; Translational Medicine; Research Impact.

Introduction

Research in hepatology and liver medicine encompasses complex interactions between chronic liver disease, portal hypertension, transplantation, vascular interventions, and complications such as gastrointestinal bleeding. Contemporary clinical investigation in these areas frequently combines patient outcomes, procedural variables, diagnostic imaging, and translational approaches. The publications supplied for this profile place Adnan Said within this multidisciplinary research environment, with several studies examining outcomes associated with TIPS and liver transplantation. [2]

Research Profile

The supplied bibliometric information identifies Adnan Said as a medicine researcher with a Scopus author identifier of 35582909600. The stated profile includes 107 documents, 5,510 citations, and an h-index of 35. These indicators describe the publication and citation record supplied for this recognition page and should be interpreted in the context of the coverage, indexing practices, author-disambiguation procedures, and update timing of the relevant database. [1]

The supplied publications demonstrate substantial collaborative authorship. The listed studies involve investigators from different clinical and research specialties and include multi-author ALTA Group investigations. Such collaboration is particularly relevant to complex liver-care research, where procedural outcomes, patient characteristics, imaging, transplantation, and clinical management may require integrated expertise.

Research Contributions

The supplied publications identify several recurring research themes. One area concerns outcomes following TIPS, a procedure used in the management of selected complications of portal hypertension. A 2025 ALTA Group study examined portal hypertensive gastropathy and MELD-Na score in relation to recurrent gastrointestinal bleeding after TIPS. [1]

Another contribution concerns changes in platelet count following TIPS creation. The 2023 study was conducted by the ALTA Group and investigated platelet-count changes after the procedure, contributing to the broader evaluation of physiological and clinical outcomes associated with TIPS. [2]

Publications

The following publications are drawn from the supplied Crossref-indexed publication information and represent selected research contributions associated with Adnan Said.

  1. Portal Hypertensive Gastropathy and MELD-Na Score Predict Recurrent Gastrointestinal Bleeding After TIPSS: An ALTA Group Study. Alimentary Pharmacology & Therapeutics.
  2. Change in Platelet Count after Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt Creation: An Advancing Liver Therapeutic Approaches (ALTA) Group Study. Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology.
  3. The impact of right atrial pressure on outcomes in patients undergoing TIPS, an ALTA group study. Hepatology.
  4. Staging Liver Fibrosis by Fibroblast Activation Protein Inhibitor Positron Emission Tomography in a Human-sized Swine Model. Journal of Nuclear Medicine.
  5. Utilization of hepatitis C viremic donors for liver transplant recipients without hepatitis C. A veterans transplant center report. Transplant Infectious Disease.

Research Impact

The supplied Scopus metrics of 5,510 citations and an h-index of 35 provide bibliometric measures of the visibility and citation history associated with the identified author profile. [1] Bibliometric indicators are quantitative measures and do not independently establish the clinical effectiveness, methodological quality, or practical significance of individual studies.

Within the supplied publication sample, the research addresses clinically relevant questions concerning TIPS, portal hypertension, gastrointestinal bleeding, hemodynamic factors, liver fibrosis imaging, and transplantation. The combination of clinical studies, collaborative group research, and translational investigation indicates engagement with multiple dimensions of liver medicine. [1] [2] [3] [4] [5]

Award Suitability

For the purposes of the International Popular Scientist Awards, the supplied record provides several documented elements relevant to an academic recognition profile: a substantial indexed publication record, reported citation activity, an h-index of 35, and research contributions in medicine. The selected publications demonstrate work in liver-related clinical and translational research, including TIPS outcomes, portal hypertension, liver fibrosis imaging, and transplantation. [1]–[5]

Conclusion

Adnan Said’s supplied academic profile represents a research portfolio in medicine with notable emphasis on hepatology, liver-related interventions, transplantation, portal hypertension, and translational imaging. The stated Scopus record comprises 107 documents, 5,510 citations, and an h-index of 35. The selected publications further document participation in collaborative investigations addressing TIPS outcomes, gastrointestinal bleeding, platelet changes, hemodynamics, liver fibrosis, and transplantation. [1]–[5]

References

  1. Hu, K.; Sedki, M.; Kwong, A.; Kesselman, A.; Kolli, K. P.; Morelli, G.; Spengler, E.; Said, A.; Lai, J.; Desai, A.; et al. (2025). Portal Hypertensive Gastropathy and MELD-Na Score Predict Recurrent Gastrointestinal Bleeding After TIPSS: An ALTA Group Study. Alimentary Pharmacology & Therapeutics.
    https://doi.org/10.1111/apt.18362
  2. Wong, R. J.; Ge, J.; Boike, J.; German, M.; Morelli, G.; Spengler, E.; Said, A.; Desai, A.; Couri, T.; Paul, S.; et al. (2023). Change in Platelet Count after Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt Creation: An Advancing Liver Therapeutic Approaches (ALTA) Group Study. Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jvir.2023.04.015
  3. Bommena, S.; Mahmud, N.; Boike, J. R.; Thornburg, B. G.; Kolli, K. P.; Lai, J. C.; German, M.; Morelli, G.; Spengler, E.; Said, A.; et al. (2023). The impact of right atrial pressure on outcomes in patients undergoing TIPS, an ALTA group study. Hepatology.
    https://doi.org/10.1097/HEP.0000000000000283
  4. Pirasteh, A.; Periyasamy, S.; Meudt, J. J.; Lui, Y.; Lee, L. M.; Schachtschneider, K. M.; Schook, L. B.; Gaba, R. C.; Mao, L.; Said, A.; et al. (2022). Staging Liver Fibrosis by Fibroblast Activation Protein Inhibitor Positron Emission Tomography in a Human-sized Swine Model. Journal of Nuclear Medicine.
    https://doi.org/10.2967/jnumed.121.263736
  5. Said, A.; Weiss, M.; Varhelyi, A.; Farago, R.; Ballweg, C.; Rice, J.; Agarwal, P.; Fernandez, L.; Foley, D. (2021). Utilization of hepatitis C viremic donors for liver transplant recipients without hepatitis C. A veterans transplant center report. Transplant Infectious Disease.
    https://doi.org/10.1111/tid.13466
  6. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Adnan Said, Author ID 35582909600. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=35582909600

Alaa Al-Masud | Medicine | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

Alaa Al-Masud
Princess Nourah Bin Abdulrahman Univeristy

Alaa Al-Masud
Affiliation Princess Nourah Bin Abdulrahman Univeristy
Country Saudi Arabia
Scopus ID 56181242600
Documents 8
Citations 145
h-index 6
Subject Area Medicine
Event International Popular Scientist Awards
ORCID 0000-0003-0758-9818

Alaa Al-Masud is a researcher affiliated with Princess Nourah Bin Abdulrahman Univeristy in Saudi Arabia whose scholarly record includes work spanning biomedical and health-related research alongside interdisciplinary studies involving biomaterials, adsorption processes, environmental applications, and molecular science. The available publication record demonstrates participation in collaborative research addressing contemporary scientific questions, with recent work appearing in peer-reviewed journals and including publications indexed through major scholarly research platforms. [1]

Abstract

This academic recognition profile presents the research activities and scholarly contributions associated with Alaa Al-Masud. The available record includes publications addressing subjects such as post-bariatric changes in body composition and inflammation, skeletal metastatic niches, nanomaterial-assisted adsorption, and the use of modified biological materials for removal of organic dyes from water. These studies illustrate an interdisciplinary research orientation connecting medicine and molecular science with materials and environmental applications. [1] [2] [3]

Keywords

Alaa Al-Masud, Innovative Research Award, Medicine, biomedical research, molecular science, biomaterials, chitosan, adsorption, environmental research, metabolic health, inflammation, metastatic niche, interdisciplinary research, Saudi Arabia.

Introduction

Contemporary biomedical research increasingly incorporates interdisciplinary approaches that connect clinical questions with molecular, materials, environmental, and computational methods. Within this context, the publication record associated with Alaa Al-Masud reflects collaborative research across several scientific themes. The identified works include research in metabolic health following sleeve gastrectomy, cancer biology, adsorption science, and the development of modified biomaterials for environmental remediation. [1] [2]

The diversity of these studies is relevant to the evaluation of an innovation-oriented research profile because innovation can arise through the application of established scientific principles to new materials, biological systems, analytical frameworks, or multidisciplinary problems. The documented publications provide evidence of engagement with such research questions while also demonstrating collaboration among researchers from different scientific backgrounds. [3] [4]

Research Profile

The available scholarly metrics identify 8 documents, 145 citations, and an h-index of 6 in the supplied researcher record. These indicators provide quantitative context for the visibility of the research output, although bibliometric indicators are best interpreted alongside publication quality, research relevance, collaboration, methodological contribution, and broader scholarly significance. [1]

  • Research domain: Medicine and interdisciplinary biomedical science.
  • Scopus author identifier: 56181242600.
  • Reported documents: 8.
  • Reported citations: 145.
  • Reported h-index: 6.
  • Research collaborations include biomedical, molecular, materials, and environmental science topics.

Research Contributions

A notable component of the publication record concerns metabolic and inflammatory outcomes associated with sleeve gastrectomy. The 2026 study in Metabolites examines longitudinal changes in body composition, resting metabolic rate, and inflammation and considers their associations with dietary polyunsaturated fatty acid balance. This work addresses clinically relevant questions concerning physiological changes following bariatric surgery and the interaction between nutritional factors and metabolic outcomes. [1]

Publications

  1. Longitudinal Changes in Body Composition, Resting Metabolic Rate, and Inflammation After Sleeve Gastrectomy: Associations with Dietary Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid Balance. Metabolites, 2026.
  2. From Bone Marrow Reserve to Metastatic Niche: How Neutrophil-Lineage Cells Shape Skeletal Colonization. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2026.
  3. Advanced biomaterial of crosslinked chitosan-citrate/SnO2 nanoparticles for organic dye removal: insight into physicochemical and adsorption characteristics. Polymer Bulletin, 2025.
  4. Chitosan polymer-loaded chemically treated mango (Mangifera indica L.) peel biomass for the adsorption of safranin O dye using Box-Behnken design. Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery, 2025.
  5. Chitosan/Acid Modified Olive Tree (Olea europaea) Leaves as Sustainable Adsorbent for Organic Dye Removal from Water: Adsorption Modeling and Optimization by Box-Behnken Design. International Journal of Environmental Research, 2025.

Research Impact

The supplied bibliometric record reports 145 citations across 8 documents, with an h-index of 6. These measures indicate that the research output has received scholarly attention within the indexed research literature. Citation counts, however, vary according to database coverage, publication age, field-specific citation practices, and indexing policies; consequently, they should be considered descriptive rather than a standalone assessment of research quality. [1]

Award Suitability

The documented research record provides a reasonable basis for consideration under an Innovative Research Award category within the International Popular Scientist Awards. Relevant characteristics include participation in peer-reviewed research, interdisciplinary collaboration, application of experimental and modelling techniques, and investigation of scientific problems with potential biomedical or environmental relevance. [1] [3]

  • Evidence of peer-reviewed scholarly publication.
  • Research addressing contemporary biomedical and molecular questions.
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration involving medicine, molecular science, materials, and environmental applications.
  • Use of advanced biomaterials and experimental optimization methods in selected studies.
  • Documented citation and h-index indicators supporting scholarly visibility.

Award suitability should ultimately be determined through the applicable nomination, review, and evaluation procedures of the International Popular Scientist Awards, including verification of the researcher’s current scholarly record and supporting documentation.

Conclusion

Alaa Al-Masud’s supplied academic record presents an interdisciplinary body of research with connections to medicine, molecular science, biomaterials, and environmental applications. The documented publications address metabolic and inflammatory changes, cancer-related skeletal colonization, and innovative adsorption materials, while the reported bibliometric indicators provide additional context regarding scholarly visibility. Taken together, these characteristics support consideration of the researcher for an Innovative Research Award, subject to formal assessment and verification by the awarding organization.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Alaa Al-Masud, Author ID 56181242600. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=56181242600
  2. Hamza, F. N., Zhra, M., Holail, J., Alotab, S., Alshater, S., Al-Masud, A. A., & Mohammad, K. S. (2026). From Bone Marrow Reserve to Metastatic Niche: How Neutrophil-Lineage Cells Shape Skeletal Colonization. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 27.
    DOI: 10.3390/ijms27135975
  3. Abdulhameed, A. S., Abdullah, S., Al-Masud, A. A., Abualhaija, M., & Algburi, S. (2025). Advanced biomaterial of crosslinked chitosan-citrate/SnO2 nanoparticles for organic dye removal: insight into physicochemical and adsorption characteristics. Polymer Bulletin.
    DOI: 10.1007/s00289-025-05807-2
  4. Abdulhameed, A. S., Abdullah, S., Al-Masud, A. A., Abualhaija, M., & Algburi, S. (2025). Chitosan polymer-loaded chemically treated mango (Mangifera indica L.) peel biomass for the adsorption of safranin O dye using Box-Behnken design. Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery.
    DOI: 10.1007/s13399-025-06669-4
  5. Abdulhameed, A. S., Al Omari, R. H., Al-Masud, A. A., Abualhaija, M., Abdullah, S., & Algburi, S. (2025). Chitosan/Acid Modified Olive Tree (Olea europaea) Leaves as Sustainable Adsorbent for Organic Dye Removal from Water: Adsorption Modeling and Optimization by Box-Behnken Design. International Journal of Environmental Research.
    DOI: 10.1007/s41742-024-00737-9
  6. Mohammad, G., Alzaben, A. S., Alshuweishi, Y., Faludah, S. F., Al-Sharafa, M., Alothman, S., Altalhi, A. S., Aljasser, D. S., ALShamri, D. F., Al Shlwi, S., et al. (2026). Longitudinal Changes in Body Composition, Resting Metabolic Rate, and Inflammation After Sleeve Gastrectomy: Associations with Dietary Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid Balance. Metabolites.
    DOI: 10.3390/metabo16090664

Sophia Wakefield | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Sophia Wakefield | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Doctor University of Leeds United Kingdom

Dr. Sophia Wakefield, born in 1999, is a dynamic medical professional currently serving as a Hospital Doctor under Health Education Yorkshire and Humber. She has a strong foundation in trauma and orthopaedics, with a passion for advancing patient care and medical research. Her journey in medicine is marked by academic excellence and a commitment to clinical and educational development.

Profile

Scopus

Education 🎓

  • Master of Research in Medicine (Distinction) – University of Leeds (Sept 2023 – Sept 2024)
  • Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education (Distinction) – University of Leeds (Sept 2023 – June 2024)
  • MBBCh – Cardiff University (Sept 2017 – July 2023)
  • BSc in Clinical Sports Science (First Class Honours) – Cardiff University (Sept 2021 – June 2022)

Experience 🩺

Dr. Wakefield has accumulated valuable clinical experience in trauma and orthopaedics, contributing to patient care and mentoring peers. She actively participates in conferences and research initiatives, showcasing her expertise through numerous publications, presentations, and leadership roles.

Research Interests 🔬

Dr. Wakefield is deeply interested in trauma and orthopaedics, specifically the management of fractures, surgical innovation, and improving patient outcomes. Her focus extends to addressing sexual and urinary dysfunction post-fractures and advancing techniques for bone defect management.

Awards 🏆

  • Second Place Oral Presentation – RCSEd Foundation Trainees Surgical Society National Conference (2024)
  • £6k Funding Grant – Leeds Hospitals Charity (2024)

Publications Top Notes: 📚

Wakefield, S.M., Kanakaris, N.K., & Giannoudis, P.V. (2025). Sexual and Urinary Dysfunction Following Isolated Acetabulum Fractures: A Systematic Review of the Literature. J Clin Med, 1, 230. Read here.
Cited by: 5 articles

Watson, P., Hanna, D., Wakefield, S.M., et al. (2024). Undergraduate rheumatology teaching in the UK: a survey of current practice by teachers and students. Rheumatology Advances in Practice, 8(4), rkae112. Read here.
Cited by: 12 articles

Wakefield, S.M., Rodham, P.L., & Giannoudis, P.V. (2024). The management of intertrochanteric hip fractures: an update. Orthopaedics and Trauma, 38(2), 70-77. Read here.
Cited by: 8 articles

Wakefield, S.M., Papakostidis, C., et al. (2024). Distraction osteogenesis vs. induced membrane technique for infected tibial non-unions: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Eur J Trauma Emerg Surg, 50(3), 705–721. Read here.
Cited by: 15 articles

Kotsarinis, G., Wakefield, S.M., et al. (2023). Stabilization of Tibial Fractures at Risk of Complications with the Bactiguard Intramedullary Nail. J Orthop Trauma, 37(11S), S12–S17. Read here.
Cited by: 7 articles

Kotsarinis, G., Mauffrey, O., Wakefield, S.M., et al. (2023). Neglected pelvic fragility fracture managed with unilateral triangular osteosynthesis. Trauma Case Reports, 48. Read here.
Cited by: 4 articles

Wakefield, S.M., Giannoudis, V.P., & Giannoudis, P.V. (2023). Clavicular bone defects managed with free vascularised fibular grafting: evidence to date. Eur J Orthop Surg Traumatol. Read here.
Cited by: 9 articles

Tebby, J., Giannoudis, V.P., Wakefield, S.M., et al. (2023). Do Patients with Diabetes Mellitus and Polytrauma Continue to Have Worse Outcomes?. J Clin Med, 12(10), 3423. Read here.
Cited by: 6 articles

Wakefield, S.M., & Giannoudis, P.V. (2023). Rare Bi-focal Presentation of Avascular Necrosis of the Femoral Head. Cureus, 15(3), e36423. Read here.
Cited by: 5 articles

Wakefield, S.M., Giannoudis, V., & Giannoudis, P.V. (2023). Reconstruction of a neglected hyperextension-bicondylar tibial plateau fracture 9 months after original injury. Trauma Case Reports, 45. Read here.
Cited by: 4 articles

Wakefield, S.M., Giannoudis, V., Messori, M., et al. (2022). Atypical APC-1 pelvic fracture with instability: successful management with pubic symphysis fusion. BMJ Case Reports, 15(12), e252473. Read here.
Cited by: 3 articles

Wakefield, R.J., Smith, K., Wakefield, S.M., et al. (2021). Tendon paratenon involvement in gout: an ultrasound feature of tendinous gout?. Joint Bone Spine, 88(1), 105051. Read here.
Cited by: 10 articles