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

Bahar Oztelcan Gunduz | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Scholar Award

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Dr. Bahar Oztelcan Gunduz | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Scholar Award

Gülhane Research and Training Hospital Turkey 

Dr. Bahar Öztelcan Gündüz is a compassionate pediatrician and social health researcher, currently serving at Gülhane Research and Training Hospital. With a PhD in Social Pediatrics from Gazi University and a medical background from Selçuk and Eskişehir Osmangazi Universities, she has dedicated her career to improving child health in underserved communities. Her impactful research during the COVID-19 pandemic on sarcopenic obesity in children has earned wide recognition. She is also an active member of the Social Pediatrics Association, contributing to child welfare through research, clinical care, and advocacy. 🌍👶📚

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🎓 Education

Dr. Öztelcan Gündüz holds a PhD in Social Pediatrics from Gazi University, where she honed her skills in public health and research methodology. She specialized in Pediatrics at Eskisehir Osmangazi University and obtained her MD from Selçuk University, Türkiye. Her academic foundation is rooted in both clinical excellence and social medicine, empowering her to address both the biological and social determinants of child health. 🎓🧠

💼 Experience

With extensive field experience, Dr. Öztelcan Gündüz began her medical career as a general practitioner at Şırnak Maternal and Child Health Center, focusing on vulnerable populations. She later served at Mus State Hospital and Gemlik State Hospital as a pediatrician. Currently, she practices at Gülhane Research and Training Hospital, where she also leads multiple research initiatives. Her experience spans clinical practice, public health programs like vaccination drives, and research supervision. 👩‍⚕️🏥🩺

🔬 Research Interests

Dr. Gündüz’s research revolves around pediatric health and public welfare. Her core interests include:

  • Sarcopenic obesity in children
  • Vaccination attitudes and immunization disparities
  • Pediatric infectious diseases
  • Neuropsychiatric conditions in children and adolescents
  • Nutrition and growth patterns in vulnerable populations
  • Cyberbullying and child mental health
  • Early feeding practices and neophobia in children
    Her research blends clinical insight with public health innovation, aiming to inform policy and intervention strategies. 🧪👶🧠

🏆 Awards & Recognitions

Dr. Bahar Öztelcan Gündüz is nominated for the Best Research Scholar Award for her groundbreaking research on sarcopenic obesity in children during the COVID-19 pandemic. Her innovative use of the Grip-to-BMI ratio and muscle-fat ratio (MFR) as diagnostic tools has had a real-world impact on pediatric healthcare and preventive strategies. Her contributions during a global health crisis demonstrate her leadership in pediatric research and her commitment to child welfare. 🏅📊💡

📚 Publications Top Notes: 

Gündüz B, Duyan Çamurdan A, Yıldız M, et al. (2024). Assessing Sarcopenic Obesity Risk in Children During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Grip-to-BMI Ratio. Medical Research Reports.
📖 Cited by 3 articles

Gündüz B, Kutlutürk K, Cengiz M. (2024). Exploring the Impact of Socioeconomic Factors on Special Immunization Rates: A Study in Türkiye.
📖 Cited by 2 articles

Öztelcan Gündüz B, Kutlutürk K, Ünay B. (2025). Rotavirus infections in the pediatric population: a comparative study of pre-COVID and COVID-19 pandemic periods. Frontiers in Public Health.
📖 Cited by 1 article

Dulkadir R, Öztelcan Gündüz B. (2024). Differentiating COVID-19 and influenza in children: hemogram parameters as diagnostic tools. Frontiers in Public Health.
📖 Cited by 2 articles

Tubaş F, Husrevoglu Esen F, Öztelcan Gündüz B, Ünay B. (2022). Youth suicide and hospital-presenting suicide attempts. International Journal of Social Psychiatry.
📖 Cited by 6 articles

Artık A, Işık Ü, Öztelcan Gündüz B, Mızrak S. (2023). Serum Cingulin levels are increased in children with autism spectrum disorder. International Journal of Developmental Disabilities.
📖 Cited by 4 articles

Artık A, Öztelcan Gündüz B, Mızrak S, Işık Ü. (2022). Increased Serum Levels of TNF-like Weak Inducer of Apoptosis in Autism Spectrum Disorder. Int. J. of Developmental Disabilities.
📖 Cited by 5 articles

Gündüz B. (2025). The impact of COVID-19 pandemic on sarcopenic obesity among children between 6 and 10 years of age: a prospective study. European Journal of Pediatrics.
📖 Cited by 7 articles