William Wilberforce Amoah | Nursing | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. William Wilberforce Amoah | Nursing | Research Excellence Award

Assistant Lecturer | Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology | Ghana

Mr. William Wilberforce Amoah is a nursing academic and practitioner with expertise in emergency and critical care nursing, public health, and health systems research. His research focuses on child malnutrition, maternal and adolescent health, utilization of traditional birth attendants, rural healthcare delivery challenges, patient safety, and self-management support for chronic conditions. He has contributed to peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations using qualitative and mixed research approaches, with a citation record of 31 citations across 5 documents and an h-index of 2. Professionally, he has experience in undergraduate teaching, curriculum and practicum development, student supervision, clinical coordination, academic leadership, clinical practice, health and safety advocacy, and mentorship in hospital and university settings.

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Nisrin El Mlili | Soins Infirmiers | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Nisrin El Mlili | Soins Infirmiers | Best Researcher Award

Institut superieur des Professions Infirmieres et Techniques de Sante de Tetouan | Morocco

Prof. Nisrin El Mlili is a distinguished neuroscientist and academic leader with extensive expertise in cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying neurological disorders, particularly those associated with hepatic encephalopathy and glutamatergic signaling. Her research primarily investigates the modulation of motor activity through neuronal circuits and metabotropic glutamate receptors, with a focus on hyperammonemia induced alterations in brain function. She has contributed significantly to understanding how chronic liver dysfunction affects neural pathways, integrating advanced neurochemical, electrophysiological, and behavioral approaches. Prof. El Mlili has published in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals, reflecting her commitment to advancing neuroscience knowledge through rigorous experimentation and translational relevance. Beyond her research, she is recognized for her leadership in higher education and academic governance, mentoring emerging scholars and promoting scientific collaboration. Her work bridges fundamental neuroscience with applied clinical contexts, offering insights into the pathophysiology of brain disorders and potential therapeutic targets. Her scholarship demonstrates a consistent focus on unraveling complex neurobiological processes and contributing to the broader scientific community through high quality publications and collaborative research initiatives, establishing her as an influential figure in both neuroscience research and academic development.

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Cauli, O., Rodrigo, R., Llansola, M., Montoliu, C., Monfort, P., Piedrafita, B., … & Felipo, V. (2009). Glutamatergic and GABAergic neurotransmission and neuronal circuits in hepatic encephalopathy. Metabolic Brain Disease, 24(1), 69–80.

Felipo, V., Ordoño, J. F., Urios, A., El Mlili, N., Giménez‐Garzó, C., Aguado, C., … & Montoliu, C. (2012). Patients with minimal hepatic encephalopathy show impaired mismatch negativity correlating with reduced performance in attention tests. Hepatology, 55(2), 530–539.

Montoliu, C., Cauli, O., Urios, A., El Mlili, N., Serra, M. A., Giner-Duran, R., … & Felipo, V. (2011). 3-nitro-tyrosine as a peripheral biomarker of minimal hepatic encephalopathy in patients with liver cirrhosis. The American Journal of Gastroenterology, 106(9), 1620–1627.

Llansola, M., Rodrigo, R., Monfort, P., Montoliu, C., Kosenko, E., Cauli, O., … & Felipo, V. (2007). NMDA receptors in hyperammonemia and hepatic encephalopathy. Metabolic Brain Disease, 22(3), 321–335.

Dadsetan, S., Balzano, T., Forteza, J., Agusti, A., Cabrera-Pastor, A., … & Felipo, V. (2016). Infliximab reduces peripheral inflammation, neuroinflammation, and extracellular GABA in the cerebellum and improves learning and motor coordination in rats with hepatic encephalopathy. Journal of Neuroinflammation, 13(1), 245.

 

Leepile Sehularo | Nursing Education | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Leepile Sehularo | Nursing Education | Best Researcher Award

Research Director | North-West University | South Africa

Prof. Leepile Sehularo is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of nursing, with extensive expertise in mental health, psychiatric care, and nursing education. His work spans clinical practice, health policy, and higher education, focusing on improving mental health care, strengthening nursing curricula, and enhancing resilience and coping strategies among nurses and nursing students. He has held senior academic and leadership roles, including professorship and directorship of research entities, contributing significantly to the development of evidence-based models for patient care, mental health assessment, and substance use interventions. His research integrates qualitative and quantitative approaches, addressing critical issues such as post-traumatic stress management, HIV care, integrated management of non-communicable diseases, and psychosocial support for both patients and caregivers. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and conceptual frameworks that inform policy and practice in nursing and mental health services. Beyond research, he is actively involved in governance, ethics committees, and community engagement initiatives, providing mentorship and guidance to emerging scholars and practitioners. His professional contributions extend to membership in national and international nursing organizations, promoting excellence in nursing education, research, and practice. Through his work, he has advanced understanding of clinical and educational challenges in nursing, fostering the development of innovative strategies that enhance patient outcomes, professional development, and the quality of nursing education. Professor Sehularo’s scholarship reflects a commitment to integrating theory, practice, and policy to address complex health care needs and to support the growth and resilience of nursing professionals.

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Featured Publications

Dintwe, T., Gause, G., & Sehularo, L. A. (2025). Coping strategies used by newly appointed nurse educators during transition from clinical practice to academia: A qualitative study. Nursing Reports, 15(10), 367.

Chukwuere, P. C., Sehularo, L. A., & Manyedi, M. E. (2024). Conceptual framework for the psychosocial management of depression in adolescents in the North West Province, South Africa. Open Public Health Journal, 17, 60–63.

Gause, G., Sehularo, L. A., & Matsipane, M. J. (2024). Coping strategies used by undergraduate first-year nursing students during transition from basic to higher education: A qualitative study. BMC Nursing, 23, 138.

Smith, B., Chukwuere, P. C., & Sehularo, L. A. (2024). Exploring presence practices: A study of unit managers in a selected provincial hospital in Free State Province. BMC Nursing, 23, 203.

Gause, G., Sehularo, L. A., & Matsipane, M. J. (2024). Factors that influence resilience among first-year undergraduate nursing students: A cross-sectional descriptive study. Nursing Reports, 14(2), 100.