Christine Saleh | Women’s Health | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Christine Saleh | Women’s Health | Best Researcher Award

Researcher | Western Sydney University | Australia

Ms. Christine Saleh is a Health Science professional with a strong academic foundation in Health Promotion and Women’s Health. Her research background reflects a focused interest in improving public health outcomes through the promotion of healthy lifestyles and preventive health strategies, particularly in relation to children’s health and women’s wellbeing. She has engaged in applied research exploring self-care practices, pelvic pain management, and health behavior interventions, contributing to initiatives that bridge research with community-based health promotion. Professionally, she has extensive experience within the higher education and healthcare sectors, providing administrative, advisory, and research support in academic and clinical settings. Her roles have emphasized effective communication, student engagement, and the coordination of research-related activities, enhancing the operational and research functions of her institutions. She has demonstrated proficiency in managing complex administrative systems, supporting postgraduate research programs, and facilitating health-related projects. Her background in pharmacy assistance has further strengthened her understanding of community health service delivery and patient engagement. Fluent in English and Arabic, she brings a multicultural perspective to her professional and research endeavors. Ms. Saleh’s combined expertise in research, administration, and community health underpins her commitment to advancing evidence-based health promotion and public health initiatives that foster wellbeing across diverse populations.

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Featured Publications

Saleh, C., Hawkey, A., & Armour, M. (2025). Perceptions and experiences of menstrual pain among Middle Eastern women living in Australia. Culture, Health & Sexuality. Advance online publication.

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.

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📊 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

 

Xu jiancheng | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Xu jiancheng | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Professor First Hospital of Jilin University China

Professor Jiancheng Xu (MD, PhD) is a distinguished clinical microbiologist with over 20 years of experience in laboratory medicine. He currently serves as Professor, Doctoral Supervisor, and Deputy Director of the Department of Laboratory Medicine at the First Hospital of Jilin University, China. A joint-training PhD scholar from the University of Louisville, USA, he has made significant contributions to microbiology, diabetic complications, and laboratory diagnostics. He is also a reviewer for several international journals and an influential figure in multiple national medical associations. Outside the lab, he enjoys running and badminton. 🏃‍♂️🏸

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🎓 Education

Professor Xu’s academic path reflects a commitment to excellence. He earned his MD from Norman Bethune University of Medical Sciences (1995–2000), followed by an MS in Laboratory Medicine and a PhD in Internal Medicine from Jilin University (2002–2010). He undertook a joint PhD program at the University of Louisville (2008–2009), enhancing his global research exposure. He further completed a postdoctoral fellowship in Laboratory Medicine at China Medical University (2012–2016), solidifying his scientific and clinical foundation. 🎓🧪

💼 Professional Experience

Professor Xu has advanced steadily through academic and clinical ranks. Beginning as a Research Assistant (2000–2006), he became an Attending Physician (2006–2010), Associate Professor (2010–2014), and finally Professor in 2014 at the First Hospital of Jilin University. He currently serves as the Deputy Director of the Department of Laboratory Medicine, mentoring numerous doctoral candidates and leading transformative research. 🧑‍🏫🏥

🔬 Research Interests

Professor Xu’s research spans across vital domains:

  1. 🧠 Mechanism of Diabetic Complications

  2. 🦠 Bacterial Resistance Mechanisms and Surveillance

  3. 📊 Establishment of Reference Intervals for Clinical Tests

  4. 🤖 Disease Prediction Modeling with Machine Learning

  5. 🧬 Trace Element Metabolism in Diabetic Models

His work integrates clinical insights with computational analytics to develop predictive tools and diagnostic advancements in laboratory medicine.

🏆 Awards & Honors

Professor Xu’s outstanding contributions have earned him numerous accolades and appointments:

  • 🏅 Chairman, Society of Laboratory Medicine, Jilin Medical Security Association

  • 🏅 Vice Chairman, Youth Committee, Chinese Society of Laboratory Medicine

  • 🏅 Vice Chairman, Youth Committee, Jilin Medical Association

  • 🏅 Member, Standing Committees across multiple national and provincial laboratory medicine societies

  • 📚 Editorial Board Member, Chinese Journal of Laboratory Medicine

  • 🧪 Reviewer for Biological Trace Element Research, OMICS, and others

He has successfully led over 33 funded research projects, totaling ¥7.04 million RMB.

📚 Publications Top Notes: 

Professor Xu has authored over 125 peer-reviewed articles, with an H-index of 16 and over 1269 citations. His top publications as a corresponding author include:

🧬 A Prognostic Model to Predict Recovery of COVID-19 Patients Based on Longitudinal Laboratory Findings
Virologica Sinica, 2020 – Cited by 39 articles

🧫 The Function of T Follicular Helper Cells in the Autoimmune Liver Diseases
Journal of Immunology Research, 2020 – Cited by 27 articles

🧪 Negative Results in Nucleic Acid Test of COVID-19 Patients: Assessment from Clinical Laboratories
Annals of Palliative Medicine, 2020 – Cited by 18 articles

⚖️ Age- and Sex-Specific Pediatric Reference Intervals of Serum Electrolytes
American Journal of Clinical Pathology, 2020 – Cited by 21 articles

🧫 Laboratory Biosafety Considerations of SARS-CoV-2 at Biosafety Level 2
Health Security, 2020 – Cited by 14 articles

❤️ Changes of Laboratory Cardiac Markers and Mechanisms of Cardiac Injury in COVID-19
BioMed Research International, 2020 – Cited by 33 articles

Resveratrol attenuates testicular apoptosis in type 1 diabetic mice: Role of Akt-mediated Nrf2 activation and p62-dependent Keap1 degradation

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

Tamene Berhanu | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Tamene Berhanu | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Wolaita sodo university Ethiopia

Tamene Berhanu Alaho is a dedicated Ethiopian mental health specialist with over a decade of hands-on experience in psychiatric care and psychosocial support. Based in Wolaita Sodo, South Ethiopia, he currently works at Wolaita Sodo University Comprehensive Specialized Hospital (WSUCSH), where he combines clinical practice with student training. Tamene is passionate about holistic mental healthcare, particularly in community-based and crisis settings.

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🎓 Education

Tamene began his academic journey at Abela Shoyn Primary School (1993–1998 E.C.), then advanced to Humbo Tebela Preparatory and Secondary School (1999–2005 E.C.). He earned his undergraduate degree from Mettu University (2006–2009 E.C.). Driven by his passion for mental health, he pursued his postgraduate studies at Jimma University (2013–2015 E.C.), earning an MSc in Integrated Clinical and Community Mental Health.

💼 Experience

Tamene started his career in September 2010 E.C. at Amanuel Mental Specialized Hospital and AKHC in Addis Ababa, serving as a junior psychiatric professional. From November 2011 to 2013 F.C., he worked at WSUTRH, where he led the psychiatry unit, managing treatments and coordinating patient care. He was a mental health focal person in Wolaita Zone during the COVID-19 crisis, helping patients cope with mental health emergencies. From December 2013 to April 2015 E.C., while studying at Jimma University, he simultaneously provided psychiatric services. Since April 2015 E.C., Tamene has been serving as a mental health specialist at WSUCSH, managing psychiatric cases and training medical students.

🔬 Research Interests

Tamene’s interests include integrated psychiatric care, community mental health, crisis response, and substance use disorder treatment. He focuses on enhancing mental health service accessibility in underserved communities and implementing culturally sensitive psychosocial interventions.

🏆 Awards & Training

Tamene received training in Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPS) in June 2012 E.C. at Hawassa University, strengthening his capacity to respond to psychological needs during crises. He has been recognized within his institutions for his dedicated service, especially during COVID-19-related mental health challenges.

📚 Publications Top Notes: 

Tamene Berhanu Alaho has made scholarly contributions to mental health research. Notably:

“Magnitude of depression and associated factors among patients with tuberculosis attending public health institutions in southern Ethiopia”
📅 Published in 2021 in PLOS ONE
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🔍 Cited by 13 articles

Depression and associated factors among people with epilepsy at Wolaita Sodo University Hospital, South Ethiopia

Elimination disorders and associated factors among children and adolescents age 5–14 year-old attending paediatric outpatient clinic at Wolaita Sodo University comprehensive specialized hospital, South Ethiopia

One in Six Children and Adolescents in South Ethiopia Had Childhood trauma
Elimination Disorders and Associated Factors among Children and Adolescents Age 5–14 Year-old attending Pediatric Outpatient Clinic at Wolaita Sodo University Comprehensive Specialized hospital, South Ethiopia

Sophia Wakefield | Medicine and Health Sciences | Women Researcher Award

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

Doctor University of Leeds United Kingdom

📚 Dr. Sophia Wakefield, born in 1999, is a passionate and accomplished medical professional specializing in Trauma and Orthopaedics. Currently employed as a Hospital Doctor with Health Education Yorkshire and Humber, she is committed to advancing clinical practice, research, and education in her field.

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Education

🎓 Postgraduate Education

  • Master of Research in Medicine (Distinction) – September 2023 to September 2024
  • Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education (Distinction) – September 2023 to June 2024

🎓 Undergraduate Education

  • MBBCh – September 2017 to July 2023
  • BSc in Clinical Sports Science (First Class Honours) – September 2021 to June 2022

Experience

💼 Dr. Wakefield is currently a Hospital Doctor at Health Education Yorkshire and Humber. Her extensive clinical training includes experiences in Trauma and Orthopaedics and medical education. She actively participates in research projects and leadership roles in national organizations.

Research Interests

🔬 Dr. Wakefield’s research focuses on:

  • Trauma and Orthopaedics
  • Rehabilitation techniques
  • Medical education innovation
  • Fracture management and surgical techniques

Awards and Achievements

🏆 Prizes and Awards

  • Second place, Oral Presentation at RCSEd Foundation Trainees Surgical Society National Conference (2024)
  • Postgraduate £6k funding grant awarded by Leeds Hospitals Charity (2024)

👩‍🔬 National Leadership Roles

  • Social Media Lead for British Orthopaedic Medical Students Association (2022–2023)
  • Student Ambassador for Students for Research Network (2022–current)

Publications Top Notes: 

📖 Peer-Reviewed Articles

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: 12 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). Read Here

Cited by: 8 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: 15 articles

Wakefield, S. M., et al. (2024). Distraction osteogenesis versus induced membrane technique for infected tibial non-unions. European Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery, 50(3), 705–721. Read Here

Cited by: 20 articles