Hala Raslan | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Paper Award

Prof. Hala Raslan | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Paper Award

Doctor National Research Centre Egypt

Dr. Hala Mohamed Zaki Raslan is a distinguished Professor of Internal Medicine and Rheumatology at the National Research Centre, where she also serves as a Consultant in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology. Her extensive expertise spans decades, with significant contributions to clinical practice, research, and academia.

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Education 🎓

  • M.B.B.Ch (1985), Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University – Graduated with Very Good and Honor.
  • M.Sc. in Internal Medicine (1990), Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University – Thesis: Plasma Fibronectin and Serum Procollagen III Peptide in Hypertension.
  • M.D. in Internal Medicine (1997), Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University – Thesis: Dyslipidemia in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus.

Experience 🏥

  • Professor of Internal Medicine and Rheumatology, National Research Centre.
  • Consultant of Internal Medicine and Rheumatology, Medical Services Unit, National Research Centre.
  • Supervises M.Sc. and M.D. theses, shaping the next generation of medical professionals.
  • Member and treasurer of the Egyptian Society of Internal Medicine.

Research Interests 🔬

  • Cardiovascular risk factors (conventional and non-conventional).
  • Secondary osteoporosis in adults.
  • Biomarkers for rheumatoid arthritis and diabetes-related complications.
  • Genetic contributions to autoimmune diseases.

Awards 🏆

  • Contributor to multiple nationally and internationally funded research projects.
  • Reviewer for prestigious journals such as Archive of Medical Science, Genes and Immunity, and Journal of Clinical Laboratory Analysis.
  • Associate Editor of the Egyptian Journal of Internal Medicine.

Publications Top Notes: 📚

Apolipoprotein E gene polymorphism and risk of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease

Precision phenotyping in heart failure and pattern clustering of ultrasound data for the assessment of diastolic dysfunction

Potential value of circulating microRNA-126 and microRNA-210 as biomarkers for type 2 diabetes with coronary artery disease

Association of angiotensin converting enzyme gene (I/D) polymorphism with hypertension and type 2 diabetes.

Malondialdehyde and coenzyme Q10 in platelets and serum in type 2 diabetes mellitus: correlation with glycemic control

Assessment of the− 174G/C (rs1800795) and− 572G/C (rs1800796) interleukin 6 gene polymorphisms in Egyptian patients with rheumatoid arthritis

Clinical features of Behcet’s disease in Egypt

Mariantonia Braile | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Mariantonia Braile | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Researcher Department of Woman, Child and of General and Specialized Surgery, University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, 81100 Naples, Italy

Mariantonia Braile is a passionate researcher and biologist from Torre del Greco, Naples, Italy. Currently, she holds a pivotal position as a researcher at the Department of Woman, Child, and Specialized Surgery at the University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli” in Naples. With a Ph.D. in Clinical and Experimental Medicine specializing in Immunology, Mariantonia’s work spans a broad spectrum of clinical and experimental research, particularly in immunology and cancer biology. Her expertise is reinforced by multiple prestigious fellowships and an outstanding academic trajectory.

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Education 🎓

Mariantonia Braile pursued an impressive academic career at the University of Naples Federico II, where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Healthcare Biotechnology (2015), her Master’s Degree in Medical Biotechnology (2017) with honors, and a Ph.D. in Clinical and Experimental Medicine specializing in Immunology (2021). She is currently specializing in Clinical Pathology and Clinical Biochemistry at the same university, further enhancing her knowledge in medical research and clinical applications.

Experience 💼

With hands-on experience in several prestigious research institutions, Mariantonia has contributed significantly to the field of immunology. She is currently a researcher at the University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli,” focusing on pediatric nephrology. Additionally, she serves as a guest editor for the Journal of Visualized Experiments and an ad hoc reviewer for several high-impact journals like MDPI and Nature. Her research journey also includes impactful stints as a Ph.D. student and post-graduate trainee in immunology research under the mentorship of Professor Giuseppe Spadaro.

Research Interests 🔬

Mariantonia’s primary research interests lie in immunology, particularly focusing on the endocannabinoid system, microRNA regulation in cancer, and inflammatory responses. Her groundbreaking research has advanced our understanding of immune cell function in diseases like thyroid cancer, breast cancer, and various inflammatory conditions. Mariantonia’s innovative work is at the intersection of immunology and cancer biology, investigating biomarkers and therapeutic targets that can enhance cancer treatment strategies.

Awards 🏆

Mariantonia Braile has received several accolades throughout her academic career, including a travel grant for international conferences and recognition for her significant contributions to clinical research in immunology. She graduated with honors in every stage of her education, including her Ph.D. where she was awarded the “cum laude” distinction. Her research has also been recognized in the form of publications in top-tier journals and acceptance for presentations at various international conferences.

Publications Top Notes: 📚

Mariantonia has authored numerous impactful research papers. Some of her notable publications include:

Braile M., Marcella S., Grimaldi A.M., Soricelli A., Smaldone G. Exploring TSLP in the Breast Cancer Microenvironment: A Preliminary Study. Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2025. DOI link

Luciano N., Orlandella F.M., Braile M., Cavaliere C., Aiello M., Franzese M., Salvatore G. Association of Radiomic Features with Genomic Signatures in Thyroid Cancer: A Systematic Review. Journal of Translational Medicine, 2024. DOI link

Braile M., Luciano N., Carlomagno D., Salvatore G., Orlandella F.M. Insight into the Role of the miR-584 Family in Human Cancers. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2024. DOI link

Orlandella F.M., Imperlini E., Pane K., Luciano N., Braile M., De Stefano A.E., Iervolino P.L.C., Ruocco A., Orrù S., Franzese M., Salvatore G. miR-331-5p Affects Motility of Thyroid Cancer Cell Lines and Regulates BID Expression. Biomedicine, 2024. DOI link

 

Her research has been cited in numerous studies, helping shape the field of clinical and experimental medicine, particularly immunology and oncology.

Ikechukwu Moses | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Dr.Ikechukwu Moses | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Postdoctoral Research Scientist  Federal University of Sao Paulo  Brazil
Ikechukwu B. Moses, Ph.D., is a passionate researcher in the field of Microbiology, specializing in antimicrobial resistance and infectious diseases. Currently a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Division of Infectious Diseases, Paulista School of Medicine, UNIFESP, in São Paulo, Brazil, he combines academic rigor with a commitment to finding innovative solutions in veterinary and medical microbiology.

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Education 🎓

Dr. Moses earned his Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Microbiology & Biotechnology from Nnamdi Azikiwe University in 2019. He also holds an M.Sc. in Microbiology from Obafemi Awolowo University (2014) and a B.Sc. in Microbiology from the same institution (2008). His educational journey reflects a deep dedication to the field of Microbiology.

Experience 💼

Dr. Moses has diverse experience in academia and research. Since 2021, he has been a CAPES Young Talent International Postdoctoral Research Fellow at UNIFESP. He previously served as an International Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Universitas Airlangga, Indonesia (2022-2023), and as a Lecturer I at Ebonyi State University, Nigeria (2019-2021).

Research Interests 🔬

His research interests encompass antimicrobial resistance, infectious diseases, and various fields of microbiology, including veterinary, pharmaceutical, and medical microbiology. Dr. Moses focuses on understanding how microorganisms evade immune responses and exploring alternative therapeutic approaches to combat antimicrobial resistance.

Awards 🏆

Dr. Moses has received several prestigious awards, including:

  • Global One Health Community Travel Grant for early-career scientists to attend the 8th World One Health Congress, Cape Town, South Africa (2024).
  • ESCMID Förderverein Grant to attend the 34th ESCMID Global Congress, Barcelona, Spain (2023/2024).
  • CAPES Young Talent International Fellowship in Emerging, Infectious, and Neglected Diseases, UNIFESP, São Paulo, Brazil (2020/2021; 2023/2024).

Publications Top Notes 📚 :

Dr. Moses has contributed significantly to his field through various publications, including: