Yamini Krishna | Medicine | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Yamini Krishna | Medicine | Research Excellence Award

Royal Liverpool University Hospital | United Kingdom

Dr. Yamini Krishna is a clinician-scientist specializing in ophthalmic pathology, integrating diagnostic expertise with translational research in ocular oncology. Her work focuses on tumour pathology, immune microenvironment profiling, and biomarker discovery using advanced techniques such as transcriptomics and digital pathology. She has contributed significantly to scientific literature with 33 publications, achieving 592 citations and an h-index of 13, reflecting strong research impact. Her contributions have advanced diagnostic standards, including cancer reporting datasets. She is actively involved in international collaborations, scientific dissemination, editorial responsibilities, and the mentorship of trainees, supporting academic development and innovation in pathology and vision science.

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Shubana Hayat | Medicine | Research Excellence Award

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Ms. Shubana Hayat | Medicine | Research Excellence Award

University of Campania | Italy

Ms. Shubana Hayat is a microbiology researcher with expertise in microbial isolation, characterization, and antimicrobial analysis, focusing on environmental and public health microbiology. Her research explores antimicrobial activities of medicinal plants, microbial contamination in water sources, and bacterial resistance patterns, contributing to sustainable health and sanitation solutions. She has experience in academic teaching, laboratory research assistance, and clinical microbiology practices. Her technical proficiency includes molecular techniques, microbiological assays, and bio-burden analysis. With 24 citations across 7 documents, and an h-index of 2, her work supports advancements in microbiological research, food safety, and environmental sustainability.

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Federica Tonon | Medicine | Research Excellence Distinction Award

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Dr. Federica Tonon | Medicine | Research Excellence Distinction Award

Azienda Sanitaria Universitaria Giuliano Isontina (ASUGI) | Italy 

Dr. Federica Tonon is a biomedical researcher specializing in molecular biology, translational medicine, and clinical data science, with research focusing on cancer biology, hepatocellular carcinoma, endocrine pathways, and the renin–angiotensin system. Her work integrates advanced experimental models including zebrafish, murine systems, and stem cell technologies to investigate disease mechanisms, biomarkers, and therapeutic strategies. She has contributed to interdisciplinary projects combining laboratory research and clinical data management, supporting precision medicine approaches. Her scholarly impact includes 845 citations across 748 documents, with 38 Document and an h-index of 17, reflecting sustained contributions to biomedical research, innovation, and scientific advancement.

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Lila Wayman | Medical Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Lila Wayman | Medical Sciences | Best Researcher Award

The University of Arizona, United States

Lila Ty Wayman is an undergraduate researcher at the University of Arizona, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Physiology and Medical Sciences. With a strong interdisciplinary background in healthcare, biomechanics, and public safety, she has contributed to impactful research on fall risk, slip resistance, and infant injury biomechanics. She currently serves as a Research Associate Intern at Verum Biomechanics LLC, supporting forensic analysis and expert testimony preparation.

Profile:

📊 Research Experience:

  • Research Associate Intern at Verum Biomechanics LLC

  • Undergraduate Research Assistant at SensorLab, University of Arizona

  • Contributor to studies on slip resistance, infant handling forces, and forensic injury analysis

  • Poster presenter & session judge at key academic forums (MEZCOPH, Physiology Poster Session)

📝 Publications (Selected):

  1. High G-Forces in Improper Infant Handling – Forensic Sci (2025)

  2. Dry Particle Thickness & Slip Resistance – J Forensic Sci (2025)

  3. Sand Additives Impact on Floor Safety – EngRxiv (2025)
    [All publications available via DOI links]

🏆 Honors & Leadership:

  • 🥇 President’s Honor List – Glendale Community College

  • 🏅 Blue Chip Leadership Award – University of Arizona

  • 🎓 Member, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society

  • 📚 Preceptorships in Biology and Physiology

🌍 Impact Focus:

Lila’s applied research contributes to public health, legal safety standards, and forensic science, aiming to prevent accidents and promote evidence-based injury assessment in courts and communities.

Publication Top Notes:

  1. High G-Forces in Unintentionally Improper Infant Handling: Implications for Shaken Baby Syndrome Diagnosis
    📅 Published: June 2025
    🧪 Journal: Forensic Sciences
    🔗 DOI: 10.3390/forensicsci5020027
    👥 Contributors: Jonathan Lee-Confer, Lila Wayman, Kathryn L. Havens

  2. Standardized Measurement of Surface Dry Particle Thickness for Walkway Slip Resistance
    📅 Published: May 19, 2025
    🧪 Journal: Journal of Forensic Sciences
    🔗 DOI: 10.1111/1556-4029.70087
    👥 Contributors: Jonathan Lee‐Confer, Lila Wayman, David Collette

  3. Standardized Measurement of Surface Dry Particle Thickness for Walkway Slip Resistance (Preprint)
    📅 Posted: February 24, 2025
    🔗 DOI: 10.31224/4398
    👥 Contributors: Jonathan Lee-Confer, Lila Wayman, David Collette

  4. The Influence of Sand Additives on Slip Resistance of Wood (Preprint)
    📅 Posted: February 4, 2025
    🔗 DOI: 10.31224/4339
    👥 Contributors: Jonathan Lee-Confer, Lila Wayman, Kristen Renner

  5. High G-Forces in Unintentionally Improper Infant Handling: Implications for Shaken Baby Syndrome Diagnosis (Preprint)
    📅 Posted: November 3, 2024
    🔗 DOI: 10.1101/2024.10.31.621215
    👥 Contributors: Jonathan Lee-Confer, Lila T. Wayman, Kathryn Havens

 

Yuchun Wei | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yuchun Wei | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Shandong Cancer Hospital China

Dr. Yuchun Wei is a leading Chinese physician-scientist in the field of oncology and nuclear medicine, currently working at the Shandong Cancer Hospital in Jinan, China. Born on November 22, 1987, she has contributed significantly to developing innovative imaging techniques for cancer diagnosis, staging, and individualized treatment planning. With deep expertise in PET/CT imaging biomarkers, she is committed to advancing precision oncology. 📡🧬

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🎓 Education

Dr. Wei pursued her academic journey with a strong foundation in both Western and traditional Chinese medicine:

  • Ph.D. in Oncology from Shandong University (2018–2022), mentored by Academician Jinming Yu 🎓
  • Master’s in Oncology from Jinan University (2013–2016), under Prof. Shuanghu Yuan 🔬
  • Bachelor’s in Traditional Chinese and Western Clinical Medicine from Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine (2007–2012) 🌿

💼 Professional Experience

Dr. Wei currently serves as a radiotherapy physician at Shandong Cancer Hospital (2017–present). She has also held several administrative and research leadership roles:

  • Deputy Director, MDT Quality Management Office (2021–2022)
  • Assistant Director, Radioimmunity and Molecular Imaging Room (2020–2021)
    Her clinical expertise is complemented by her operational leadership in multidisciplinary cancer care. 🏥⚕️

🔬 Research Interests

Her research revolves around novel imaging techniques, especially FAPI-based PET/CT imaging, with a focus on early detection, prognosis prediction, and therapy monitoring for cancers such as lung, esophageal, and cervical. Her goal is to refine personalized cancer treatment through quantitative imaging biomarkers. 🔍📊

🏆 Awards & Honors

Dr. Wei has been nominated for multiple research and innovation awards in recognition of her work in molecular imaging and radiation oncology. Her studies have earned significant visibility in top-tier journals (JCR Q1), and she is regarded as a rising star in clinical translational imaging. 🌟

📚 Publications Top Notes: 

Dr. Wei has authored and co-authored over 17 high-impact peer-reviewed papers, most of which appear in JCR Q1 journals. Here are her key publications with direct links and citation highlights:

FAPI Compared with FDG PET/CT for Lung Cancer Diagnosis
Radiology, 2023, IF: 19.7 | Cited by: 33

18F-FAPI PET/CT in Esophageal SCC Response Prediction
J Nucl Med, 2024, IF: 9.1 | Cited by: 12

Early Detection of Radiation-Induced Myocardial Damage
Eur J Nucl Med Mol Imaging, 2023, IF: 10.057 | Cited by: 40

18F-FAPI PET/CT Response in Chemoradiotherapy for ESCC
J Nucl Med, 2023, IF: 11.082 | Cited by: 25

Biodistribution and Targeting of 18F-FAPI-04
Eur J Nucl Med Mol Imaging, 2022, IF: 10.057 | Cited by: 37

Differentiating Lung Cancer Types via PET/CT
Eur J Nucl Med Mol Imaging, 2022, IF: 10.057 | Cited by: 31

Baseline Angiogenesis in NSCLC Prognosis
J Transl Med, 2022, IF: 8.44 | Cited by: 19

Differentiating Inflammatory Lung Lesions with FAPI
Eur Radiol, 2023, IF: 5.9 | Cited by: 10

Comparison Study in Mouse Model using PET Imaging
Sci Rep, 2016, IF: 5.228 | Cited by: 50

Radiation-Induced Lung Damage Model in Rats
Front Oncol, 2022, IF: 5.738 | Cited by: 14