Jae Hun Kim | Clinical Neuroscience | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Jae Hun Kim | Clinical Neuroscience | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Dr. Jae Hun Kim | Konkuk University Medical Center | South Korea

Dr. Jae Hun Kim is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine at Konkuk University Medical Center in Seoul, Korea, where he is actively involved in clinical care, research, and education in pain medicine and anesthesiology. He earned his bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees in medical science from Seoul National University and completed his internship, residency, and fellowship training at Seoul National University Hospital, building a strong foundation in anesthesiology and multidisciplinary pain management. His academic career has progressed through clinical assistant, assistant, and associate professorships at leading university hospitals, reflecting his sustained contributions to patient care and scholarship. Dr. Kim is a board-certified specialist in Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine in Korea and holds full licensure to practice medicine. His research focuses on interventional pain management, neuromodulation, spinal pain, and innovative therapies for chronic and refractory pain conditions. He is an active member of numerous professional societies, including the Korean Society of Anesthesiologists, the Korean Pain Society, the Korean Pain Research Society, the Korean Association for Study of Spinal Pain, the Korean Society of Thermology, and the International Neuromodulation Society, contributing to academic exchange and guideline development. Dr. Kim has authored 57 peer-reviewed publications, which have received 752 citations across 654 documents, and he holds an h-index of 17, highlighting the impact and consistency of his scholarly work in advancing pain medicine and anesthesiology.

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Perceptions of treatment, accompanying symptoms, and other problems in patients with chronic pain: a multicenter cross-sectional study in Korea

Complications and safety of cervical interlaminar epidural block

Radiation shielding effects of lead equivalent thickness of a radiation protective apron and distance during C-arm fluoroscopy-guided pain interventions: A randomized trial

Wen Zeng | Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Wen Zeng | Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Wen Zeng | Army Medical University | China

Wen Zeng is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Cell Biology at the College of Basic Medical Sciences, Army Medical University, where he leads a multidisciplinary team dedicated to advancing the understanding and treatment of neurovascular dysfunction, a critical pathological factor underlying many human diseases. His research centers on elucidating the mechanisms governing neurovascular interactions and translating these insights into innovative cell-based therapeutics, particularly through the use of stem and progenitor cells to regenerate damaged neurovascular networks and promote structural and functional recovery in tissues such as the heart, brain, and bone. Professor Zeng has completed and is currently leading numerous competitive research projects and has built a strong record of scholarly productivity, with dozens of publications in high-impact SCI and Scopus-indexed journals and an H-index of 68 in the Web of Science Core Collection, reflecting the broad influence of his work. He is also an active innovator, holding multiple patents that support the clinical translation of his discoveries, and has engaged in consultancy and industry-oriented projects to bridge basic research with real-world applications. Through international collaboration, notably with Dr. Mengqiu Xing at the University of Manitoba, his team has developed a microchannel hydrogel suture capable of bidirectional signal communication, on-demand drug delivery, and cardiac repair, highlighting his commitment to interdisciplinary research and translational medicine aimed at improving outcomes in complex neurovascular and cardiovascular disorders.

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Application progress of bio-manufacturing technology in kidney organoids

Artificial biomarker-based feedback-regulated personalized precise thrombolysis with lower hemorrhagic risk

Engineered exosomes reprogram Gli1+ cells in vivo to prevent calcification of vascular grafts and autologous pathological vessels

Programmable dual responsive system reconstructing nerve interaction with small-diameter tissue-engineered vascular grafts and inhibiting intimal hyperplasia in diabetes

Programming of regulatory T cells in situ for nerve regeneration and long-term patency of vascular grafts

Evgeniya Pushchina | Cellular Neuroscience | Outstanding Contribution to Neuroscience Award

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Prof. Dr. Evgeniya Pushchina | Cellular Neuroscience | Outstanding Contribution to Neuroscience Award

Prof. Dr. Evgeniya Pushchina | A.V. Zhirmunsky National Scientific Center of Marine Biology Far Eastern Branch, Russian Academy of Sciences (NSCMB FEB RAS)  | Russia

Pushchina E.V. is a highly qualified specialist in reparative molecular neurobiology and neurochemistry, recognized for her contributions to cell differentiation, neuronal regeneration, and molecular mechanisms of nervous system repair. She holds advanced doctoral degrees in biological sciences and the academic title of Professor, and currently serves as Chief Researcher and Head of the Laboratory of Cell Differentiation at the A.V. Zhirmunsky National Scientific Center of Marine Biology, Far Eastern Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences. Her scientific output includes 60 peer-reviewed publications with 266 citations and an h-index of 9, reflecting the impact and visibility of her work in international neuroscience and molecular biology communities. Pushchina has published in leading high-ranked journals and contributed to collective monographs issued in the United States, with research achievements recognized among the most important scientific results of major academies of sciences. She is an active expert for national scientific and technical evaluation bodies, participating in the assessment of state-funded research programs, grants, and scholarships, as well as serving on doctoral and scientific councils. Her international collaborations span institutes in India, Ukraine, France, and the United States, including advanced training in optogenetics and optopharmacology at Stanford University, NASA-affiliated programs, and the Collège de France. Pushchina regularly presents her findings at major international conferences and is widely regarded as an international expert in molecular and cellular neuroscience.

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Ultrastructural Characteristics of the Juvenile Chum Salmon (Oncorhynchus keta) Cerebellum: Interneuron Composition, Neuro–Glial Interactions, Homeostatic Neurogenesis, and Synaptic Plasticity
– International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2025 • 

Immunohistochemical and Ultrastructural Analysis of Adult Neurogenesis Involving Glial and Non-Glial Progenitors in the Cerebellum of Juvenile Chum Salmon (Oncorhynchus keta)
– International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2025 • 

Ultrastructural Study and Immunohistochemical Characteristics of Mesencephalic Tegmentum in Juvenile Chum Salmon (Oncorhynchus keta) Brain After Acute Traumatic Injury
– International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2025 • 

Constitutive Neurogenesis and Neuronal Plasticity in the Adult Cerebellum and Brainstem of Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)
– International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2024 • 

Adult Neurogenesis of Teleost Fish Determines High Neuronal Plasticity and Regeneration (Review)

Arian Mohammadi | Social and Cultural Neuroscience | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Arian Mohammadi | Social and Cultural Neuroscience | Research Excellence Award

University of Tehran | Iran

Arian is a graduate of the School of Urban and Regional Planning at the University of Tehran, with strong academic and professional training in urban planning, urban engineering, and data-driven decision-making for cities. He holds an M.Sc. in Urban Planning from the University of Tehran and a B.Sc. in Urban Engineering from the Iran University of Art, building a multidisciplinary foundation that integrates spatial planning, urban policy, and technological innovation. Arian has served as Lead for Data Science and Machine Learning in Urban Planning at the Puyashahr Think Tank, where he applies advanced analytical methods to address complex urban challenges. His professional experience includes working as a city planner at the Facilitation Office of Haftchenar–Beryanak in Region 10 of Tehran, as well as with the Tehran Office of Roads and Urban Development, contributing to community-based planning, urban regeneration, and development strategies. His research interests focus on smart mobility, urban analytics, and technology-enabled planning systems. He is currently developing a research manuscript on advancing ride-sharing services, providing a global review of emerging technologies and efficiency-enhancing initiatives. Through the integration of planning theory, data science, and applied urban practice, Arian’s work aims to support more inclusive, efficient, and resilient urban environments.

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Public participation in urban regeneration using XAI-driven decision support system

Azizeh Farshbaf-Khalili | Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience | Excellence in Research Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Azizeh Farshbaf-Khalili | Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience | Excellence in Research Award

Tabriz University of Medical Sciences | Iran

Azizeh Farshbaf-Khalili, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor at Tabriz University of Medical Sciences and a senior researcher affiliated with the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Research Center and the Aging Research Institute. Her interdisciplinary academic background in nutrition and midwifery underpins a strong research focus on women’s health, nutrition-related outcomes, rehabilitation, aging, and translational health sciences. She has played a significant leadership role in academic development, having served in multiple senior positions including Vice Dean for Research, Vice Dean for Education, and Head of Education, Research, and Human Resources Development within university research and stem cell centers. Her scholarly output reflects sustained productivity and impact, with a substantial body of peer-reviewed publications indexed in major scientific databases. According to bibliometric indicators,recognition of her global research impact, she was named among the Top 2% of Scientists Worldwide by Stanford University in 2024 and 2025, reflecting her standing as a leading contributor to health and medical sciences.

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Effects of zinc and magnesium supplements on postpartum depression and anxiety: A randomized controlled clinical trial

The effect of oral capsule of curcumin and vitamin E on hot flashes and anxiety in postmenopausal women: A triple-blind randomized controlled trial

Comparison of the effects of lanolin, peppermint, and dexpanthenol creams on treatment of traumatic nipples in breastfeeding mothers

Hendry Ramly | Clinical Neuroscience | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Hendry Ramly | Clinical Neuroscience | Research Excellence Award

Fiona Stanley | Australia

Dr. Hendry Ramly is a clinician–researcher with advanced training in general medicine, cardiology, and intensive care medicine, and a focused academic interest in non-traumatic out-of-hospital cardiac arrest and post-resuscitation care. His research is directly informed by frontline clinical practice across acute medicine, ICU, and cardiology, where he manages critically ill patients following cardiac arrest. Dr. Ramly’s primary research examines cardiovascular management strategies after return of spontaneous circulation, with particular emphasis on haemodynamic stabilisation, coronary pathology, and the timing and utility of urgent coronary angiography. Neurological outcomes are included as standard clinical endpoints, while the central focus remains on cardiovascular determinants of survival and in-hospital mortality. He is lead author of a retrospective observational cohort study published in Heart, Lung and Circulation (2025), evaluating outcomes of non-traumatic out-of-hospital cardiac arrest at a tertiary centre. His additional audit work includes thoracic surgical outcomes, geriatric referral pathways, and procedural adequacy in respiratory medicine. Through clinically driven research and multidisciplinary collaboration, Dr. Ramly aims to refine evidence-based pathways that improve survival, decision-making, and quality of care for patients following cardiac arrest.


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Joshua Barzilay | Clinical Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Joshua Barzilay | Clinical Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Kaiser Permanente of Georgia, Emory School of Medicine | United States

Dr. Joshua I. Barzilay is a senior clinician–scientist and board-certified endocrinologist whose research spans diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome, and aging, integrating epidemiology with long-term clinical outcomes. His early work included oncology and hematology research, followed by a sustained focus on endocrine and metabolic disorders during his tenure at Kaiser Permanente of Georgia and Emory University School of Medicine. Dr. Barzilay has made influential contributions to large, multicenter clinical and population-based studies, including ALLHAT, ACCORD/ACCORDION, and the Cardiovascular Health Study, where he has served on steering committees and specialty working groups. His research has clarified the impact of glucose dysregulation, insulin resistance, and antihypertensive therapies on cardiovascular morbidity, mortality, and incident diabetes, particularly in older adults. A major theme of his work is the relationship between metabolic syndrome, frailty, autonomic function, and cardiovascular risk, providing evidence to guide treatment strategies in complex patients. In addition to his research, Dr. Barzilay has played a key role in national diabetes and hypertension guideline development, medical education, and dissemination of evidence-based care, shaping clinical practice across endocrinology and primary care.

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Anant Bahadur Patel | Neurometabolism | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Anant Bahadur Patel | Neurometabolism | Research Excellence Award

CSIR-Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology | India

Dr. Anant Bahadur Patel is a leading neuroscientist specializing in brain energy metabolism and neurotransmitter energetics using advanced in vivo and ex vivo ^13C NMR spectroscopy. His research focuses on understanding how excitatory (glutamatergic) and inhibitory (GABAergic) neuronal activity, together with astroglial metabolism, support brain function in health and disease. By combining stable ^13C-labeled substrates (glucose and acetate) with metabolic modeling, his work quantitatively measures neuronal and astrocytic metabolic fluxes across different brain regions. Dr. Patel has made seminal contributions by demonstrating the tight stoichiometric coupling between neurotransmitter cycling and oxidative glucose metabolism, challenging the astrocyte–neuron lactate shuttle hypothesis and establishing neuronal glucose oxidation as a primary energy source. His laboratory pioneered regional neurometabolic mapping in the mouse brain and clarified astrocytic contributions to cerebral energetics. A major thrust of his research addresses neurological and psychiatric disorders, including Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, depression, and addiction. He has identified early impairments in glutamate and GABA energetics as potential biomarkers for preclinical diagnosis and shown that neurometabolic deficits can be restored through pharmacological, dietary, and behavioral interventions. Overall, his work has significantly advanced quantitative neurometabolism and its translational relevance to brain disorders.

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Hugo Libreros | Neuroscience | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Hugo Libreros | Neuroscience | Research Excellence Award

University of Arizona | United States

Hugo M. Libreros-Jiménez, Ph.D., is a mechatronic engineer and neuroscientist specializing in brain research with a strong technological and biomedical engineering orientation. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronic Engineering with a focus on process automation from the Instituto Tecnológico Superior de Xalapa, followed by a Ph.D. in Brain Research (Health Sciences with a technological approach) from the Institute for Brain Research at the University of Veracruz. His research integrates neuroengineering, neuroelectronics, and automation applied to neuroscience, with particular emphasis on neural recording technologies, neuroendocrinology, and neurodevelopmental disorders. He has authored 2 peer-reviewed documents, published in NeuroSci, including works on cranial nerves and the neurobiological foundations of autism. His scholarly output has accumulated 14 citations, with an h-index of 1 and an i10-index of 1, reflecting emerging impact in interdisciplinary neuroscience research. His academic experience includes international research training in regenerative neurobiology and neuroelectronics, where he contributed to the development of platinized graphene fiber electrodes for simultaneous autonomic nerve recordings and supported graduate-level teaching in neural engineering methods. He has actively disseminated his research through oral and poster presentations at major national and international conferences in neuroscience and biomedical engineering, and he has contributed to the peer-review process as a reviewer for a physiology-focused scientific journal.

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On the cranial nerves
HM Libreros-Jiménez, J Manzo, F Rojas-Durán, GE Aranda-Abreu, et al.NeuroSci, 5(1), 8–38
The Long and Winding Road to Understanding Autism
J Manzo, ME Hernández-Aguilar, MR Toledo-Cárdenas, et al.NeuroSci, 6(3), 84 ·

Xufeng Huang | Neuroscience of Obesity and Schizophrenia | Neuroscience Academic Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Xufeng Huang | Neuroscience of Obesity and Schizophrenia | Neuroscience Academic Excellence Award

University of Wollongong | Australia

Professor Xufeng Huang is an internationally recognised molecular neuroscientist whose research integrates brain biology, metabolism, psychopharmacology, and nutritional science to address major public health challenges. His work has elucidated central molecular mechanisms of diet-induced obesity, including leptin resistance, neural injury, and cognitive decline, and translated these discoveries into preventive and therapeutic strategies. He has led pioneering research on antipsychotic-induced metabolic disorders in schizophrenia, identifying key neurotransmitter and receptor pathways and advancing safer pharmacological and adjunctive interventions. Professor Huang has also driven innovation in functional nutrition, notably the discovery and clinical validation of β-glucan as an effective dietary fibre for metabolic syndrome control, influencing dietary guidelines and policy. With extensive leadership of NHMRC-funded programs and international collaborations, his research spans mechanistic discovery, animal and human studies, and clinical translation. His contributions have shaped evidence-based interventions in brain health, obesity, metabolic disease, and severe mental illness, with sustained impact on clinical practice, policy development, and translational research across Australia and internationally.

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Development of high fat diet-induced obesity and leptin resistance in C57Bl/6J mice
– S Lin, TC Thomas, LH Storlien, XF Huang, International Journal of Obesity, 2000

Effects of dietary fat types on body fatness, leptin, and ARC leptin receptor, NPY, and AgRP mRNA expression
– H Wang, LH Storlien, XF Huang, American Journal of Physiology–Endocrinology and Metabolism, 2002

Selective antagonist [3H] SR141716A binding to cannabinoid CB1 receptors is increased in the anterior cingulate cortex in schizophrenia
– K Zavitsanou, T Garrick, XF Huang, Progress in Neuro-Psychopharmacology and Biological Psychiatry, 2004

Molecular evidence of N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor hypofunction in schizophrenia
– CS Weickert, SJ Fung et al., Molecular Psychiatry, 2013