Irene Litvan | Clinical Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Irene Litvan | Clinical Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Irene Litvan | University of California San Diego | United States

Dr. Irene Litvan, MD, is the Tasch Endowed Professor of Neurology and Director of the Parkinson and Other Movement Disorders Center at the University of California, San Diego. She is internationally recognized for her pioneering work in movement disorders, particularly Parkinson’s disease and related neurodegenerative conditions. As a leading clinician-scientist, she has directed major multicenter and international initiatives to develop clinical and neuropathologic diagnostic criteria, identify disease biomarkers, and advance therapeutic interventions. Her extensive research spans epidemiologic, genetic, and clinico-pathologic correlation studies that have significantly deepened the understanding of movement disorders. Dr. Litvan’s scholarly impact is reflected in 6 published documents, 10 citations, and an h-index of 1. Throughout her distinguished career, she has received consistent funding support from national and international agencies, industry collaborations, and philanthropic organizations. Beyond her research, she has served as a dedicated mentor, shaping the next generation of neurologists and neuroscientists. Dr. Litvan also leads the UC San Diego Parkinson and Other Movement Disorders Center, fostering clinical excellence and research innovation aimed at improving diagnosis, management, and quality of life for individuals with Parkinson’s disease and other movement-related neurological disorders.

Featured Publications

Postuma, R. B., Berg, D., Stern, M., Poewe, W., Olanow, C. W., Oertel, W., Obeso, J., et al. (2015). MDS clinical diagnostic criteria for Parkinson’s disease. Movement Disorders, 30(12), 1591–1601.

McKeith, I. G., Dickson, D. W., Lowe, J., Emre, M., O’Brien, J. T., Feldman, H., et al. (2005). Diagnosis and management of dementia with Lewy bodies: Third report of the DLB Consortium. Neurology, 65(12), 1863–1872.

Dubois, B., Slachevsky, A., Litvan, I., & Pillon, B. (2000). The FAB: A frontal assessment battery at bedside. Neurology, 55(11), 1621–1626.

Emre, M., Aarsland, D., Brown, R., Burn, D. J., Duyckaerts, C., Mizuno, Y., Broe, G. A., et al. (2007). Clinical diagnostic criteria for dementia associated with Parkinson’s disease. Movement Disorders, 22(12), 1689–1707.

Litvan, I., Goldman, J. G., Tröster, A. I., Schmand, B. A., Weintraub, D., Petersen, R. C., et al. (2012). Diagnostic criteria for mild cognitive impairment in Parkinson’s disease: Movement Disorder Society Task Force guidelines. Movement Disorders, 27(3), 349–356.

Litvan, I., Agid, Y., Calne, D., Campbell, G., Dubois, B., Duvoisin, R. C., Goetz, C. G., et al. (1996). Clinical research criteria for the diagnosis of progressive supranuclear palsy (Steele-Richardson-Olszewski syndrome): Report of the NINDS–SPSP international workshop. Neurology, 47(1), 1–9.

Höglinger, G. U., Respondek, G., Stamelou, M., Kurz, C., Josephs, K. A., Lang, A. E., et al. (2017). Clinical diagnosis of progressive supranuclear palsy: The Movement Disorder Society criteria. Movement Disorders, 32(6), 853–864.

Karen Kikuta | Developmental Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Karen Kikuta | Developmental Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Karen Kikuta | UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine | United States

Ms. Karen Kikuta is an accomplished MD Candidate at the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine with expertise in neuroscience, immunology, and global health research. She earned her B.S. in Neuroscience with minors in Public Health and Biology from Santa Clara University and conducted advanced immunological studies at Stanford University’s Binns Program for Cord Blood Research, investigating immune cell subsets using flow cytometry and single-cell RNA sequencing. Her work has resulted in publications in high-impact journals, including Frontiers in Immunology and the International Journal of Infectious Diseases. Karen has contributed to seven major research projects spanning neurodevelopment, infectious disease, and translational medicine, notably pioneering studies on antenatal Zika virus exposure and its long-term neurobehavioral and cardiac outcomes in children. Her research portfolio includes 2 published documents, 45 citations, and an h-index of 2. She has presented findings at national and international conferences, reflecting her dedication to bridging laboratory discoveries with clinical application. As a member of the American Academy of Neurology and the American Neurological Association, Karen is committed to integrating scientific innovation with compassionate care to advance understanding and treatment of neuroinfectious and developmental disorders.

Profiles: Scopus | Orcid | Research Gate | Linked In

Featured publication

Kikuta, K., Hernandez, C. J., Dunshee de Abranches, A., Damasceno, L., de Britto, J. A., Jardim Duarte, C., Vasconcelos, Z., Zin, A., Brasil, P., Moreira, M. E., & Nielsen-Saines, K. (2025). Academic and social-behavioral assessment in a prospective cohort of normocephalic school-aged children with antenatal Zika virus exposure. International Journal of Infectious Diseases, 159, Article 108026.

Claudia Pauciulo | Clinical Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. Claudia Pauciulo | Clinical Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Claudia Pauciulo | Borghesiana Veterinary Clinic | Italy

Mrs. Claudia Pauciulo is the Head of the Neurology and Neurosurgery Department at Borghesiana Veterinary Clinic in Rome, Italy, and a certified veterinary neurologist completing her ECVN Residency. She holds a Master’s Degree in Diagnostic Imaging and a GP Certificate in Neurology, combining strong academic training with extensive clinical experience in advanced diagnostics (MRI, CT), neurosurgery, and case management. Her research focuses on feline and canine hyperesthesia syndromes, central nervous system lymphoma, intervertebral disc disease, and peripheral neuropathies. Dr. Pauciulo has published as both first author and coauthor in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals, including the Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine, Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, Veterinary Record Case Reports, Journal of Small Animal Practice, and Veterinary Sciences (MDPI). She maintains an active citation record with growing visibility in Scopus- and SCI-indexed publications. Her current h-index is 2, with a total of 10 citations across multiple publications. Through her collaborative research with leading ECVN diplomates and contributions to international neurology congresses, Dr. Pauciulo continues to advance veterinary neuroscience, integrating clinical excellence with innovative research to improve evidence-based therapeutic strategies for neurological disorders in companion animals.

Profiles: Orcid | Linked In

Featured Publication

Pauciulo, C., & Gallucci, A. (2025, September 25). Long‐term outcome of presumptive idiopathic hyperesthesia syndrome in a dog treated with fluoxetine. Veterinary Record Case Reports.

Jaleel Miyan | Clinical Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Jaleel Miyan | Clinical Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Jaleel Miyan | The University of Manchester | United Kingdom

Dr. Jaleel Ahmad Miyan is a distinguished British neuroscientist and Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Biology, Medicine & Health, Division of Neuroscience, University of Manchester, with a long-standing career dedicated to understanding cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) physiology and its role in neurological disorders. As President of the Society for Research into Hydrocephalus & Spina Bifida and a Fellow of both the Higher Education Academy and the Royal Society of Biology, he is recognized internationally for his expertise in cerebral folate metabolism and hydrocephalus research. His principal work focuses on fetal-onset and neonatal hydrocephalus, aiming to develop a non-invasive, non-surgical treatment to address global disparities in care. Miyan has supervised numerous PhD and Masters students, postdoctoral researchers, and technicians, fostering research excellence. He has published over 120 peer-reviewed research papers and reviews, with an h-index of 34, and his work has garnered substantial citations, reflecting his impact in neuroscience. He has served on editorial boards, contributed to major research projects, and secured significant funding for studies on folate metabolism in neurological conditions. Miyan’s scholarship is accessible through his ResearchGate, Orcid, and Google Scholar profiles, showcasing his profound contributions to advancing neuroscience and improving treatments for devastating neurological conditions.

Profiles : Google Scholar | Orcid | Research Gate

Featured Publications

Downing, J. E. G., & Miyan, J. A. (2000). Neural immunoregulation: Emerging roles for nerves in immune homeostasis and disease. Immunology Today, 21(6), 281–289.

Assas, B. M., Pennock, J. I., & Miyan, J. A. (2014). Calcitonin gene-related peptide is a key neurotransmitter in the neuro-immune axis. Frontiers in Neuroscience, 8, 23.

Miyan, J. A., Nabiyouni, M., & Zendah, M. (2003). Development of the brain: A vital role for cerebrospinal fluid. Canadian Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology, 81(4), 317–328.

Gazi, E., Dwyer, J., Lockyer, N. P., Miyan, J., Gardner, P., Hart, C., & Brown, M., et al. (2005). Fixation protocols for subcellular imaging by synchrotron‐based Fourier transform infrared microspectroscopy. Biopolymers: Original Research on Biomolecules, 77(1), 18–30.

Mashayekhi, F., Draper, C. E., Bannister, C. M., Pourghasem, M., & Miyan, J. A., et al. (2002). Deficient cortical development in the hydrocephalic Texas (H‐Tx) rat: A role for CSF. Brain, 125(8), 1859–1874.

Owen‐Lynch, P. J., Draper, C. E., Mashayekhi, F., Bannister, C. M., & Miyan, J. A. (2003). Defective cell cycle control underlies abnormal cortical development in the hydrocephalic Texas rat. Brain, 126(3), 623–631.

Haytham babikir Ahmed Araibi | Neuroanatomy | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Haytham babikir Ahmed Araibi | Neuroanatomy | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Haytham babikir Ahmed Araibi | The Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board | United Kingdom

Dr. Haytham Babikir Ahmed Araibi is a dedicated urologist with over professional experience spanning general surgery, renal transplantation, and advanced urological procedures, with a particular focus on stone surgery and laparoscopic urology. He holds dual master’s degrees in Human Morphology and Anatomy as well as Medical Education, in addition to an MD in Urology. A member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Ireland, Dr. Araibi is registered with multiple international medical councils, including those of Sudan, Oman, and Ireland. He currently serves as a Specialty Doctor in Urology at Glans Clwyd Hospital under The Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, UK, where he is actively involved in clinical care, teaching, and research. His academic background includes lecturing in Human Morphology and Anatomy at the Sudan University of Science and Technology. Dr. Araibi has authored several research papers published in peer-reviewed journals such as Urology Case Reports and Advanced Journal of Urology and Nephrology. His scholarly contributions reflect a growing academic footprint, with 3 documents, 1 citation, and an h-index of 1, demonstrating his active engagement in clinical and academic advancement within the field of urology.

Profiles: Scopus | Orcid

Featured Publications

Araibi, H. (2025). Persistent hematuria post-kidney transplant due to needle biopsy at the time of kidney retrieval: Successful management with selective renal artery embolization. Radiology Case Reports, 2025(12).

2. Araibi, H., Razzag, A., Abdelwahed, A. M. M. Z., & Malik, A. (2025). A case of transplant kidney infected hydronephrosis complicated by pyonephrosis 15 years post-transplantation: A case report and literature review. Transplantation Proceedings, 2025(9).

3. Araibi, H. (2024). Synchronous bilateral papillary renal cell carcinoma in the native kidneys after 10 years of renal transplantation: Report of a case and review of the literature. Urology Case Reports, 2024(11), Article 102843.

4. Araibi, H. B. A., Salih, M. A., & Elamin, K. M. (2024). Pelvicalyceal system morphology and variations among Sudanese subjects. Sudanese Journal of Medical Sciences (SJMS), 3(5), Article 102.

5. Araibi, H. (2024). Testicular tumor in a case of undescended testes, persistent Müllerian duct syndrome, and transverse testicular ectopia: Report of a case and review of the literature. Urology Case Reports, 2024(9), Article 102803.

Richard Taylor | Neuroanatomy | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Richard Taylor | Neuroanatomy | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Richard Taylor | University of Oregon | United States

Richard Taylor is a distinguished physicist and interdisciplinary researcher whose career bridges physics, art, and design. He has authored 355 publications with more than 10,500 citations, reflecting a strong global impact and an h-index of 49. His scholarly work is complemented by extensive leadership experience, including serving as Department Head, Taylor is also an innovator, serving as Innovation Director at Fractals Research for art authentication, Science Director at AletheiaRun for sports sensor technology, and founder of ScienceDesignLab, which develops stress-reducing designs. He has taught over 10,000 students in four countries, consistently receiving outstanding evaluations, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5, and is celebrated for making physics engaging and inspiring. His outreach includes documentaries with ABC, BBC, and PBS, presentations at prestigious venues such as the Nobel Foundation and the White House, and media platforms that have attracted over 300,000 visits. Taylor’s unique blend of scientific rigor, creativity, and public engagement underscores his reputation as a visionary leader in science and art.

Profiles: Scopus | Google Scholar | Linked In | Staff Page 

Featured publications

Hagerhall, C. M., Purcell, T., & Taylor, R. (2004). Fractal dimension of landscape silhouette outlines as a predictor of landscape preference. Journal of Environmental Psychology, 24(2), 247–255.

Spehar, B., Clifford, C. W. G., Newell, B. R., & Taylor, R. P. (2003). Universal aesthetic of fractals. Computers & Graphics, 27(5), 813–820.

Humphrey, T. E., Newbury, R., Taylor, R. P., & Linke, H. (2002). Reversible quantum Brownian heat engines for electrons. Physical Review Letters, 89(11), 116801.

Linke, H., Humphrey, T. E., Löfgren, A., Sushkov, A. O., Newbury, R., Taylor, R. P., & Omling, P. (1999). Experimental tunneling ratchets. Science, 286(5448), 2314–2317.

Taylor, R. P., Spehar, B., Van Donkelaar, P., & Hagerhall, C. M. (2011). Perceptual and physiological responses to Jackson Pollock’s fractals. In Brain and Art (p. 43).

Taylor, R. P. (2006). Reduction of physiological stress using fractal art and architecture. Leonardo, 39(3), 245–251.

Hagerhall, C. M., Laike, T., Taylor, R. P., Küller, M., Küller, R., & Martin, T. P. (2008). Investigations of human EEG response to viewing fractal patterns. Perception, 37(10), 1488–1494.

Taylor, R. P., Spehar, B., Wise, J. A., Clifford, C. W. G., Newell, B. R., & Martin, T. P. (2005). Perceptual and physiological responses to the visual complexity of Pollock’s dripped fractal patterns. Nonlinear Dynamics, Psychology, and Life Sciences, 9(1), 89–114.

Hägerhäll, C. M., Laike, T., Küller, M., Marcheschi, E., Boydston, C., & Taylor, R. P. (2015). Human physiological benefits of viewing nature: EEG responses to exact and statistical fractal patterns. Nonlinear Dynamics, Psychology, and Life Sciences, 19(1), 1–12.

Taylor, R. P., Guzman, R., Martin, T. P., Hall, G. D. R., Micolich, A. P., Jonas, D., Scannell, B. C., Fairbanks, M. S., & Marlow, C. A. (2007). Authenticating Pollock paintings using fractal geometry. Pattern Recognition Letters, 28(6), 695–702.

Watterson, W. J., Moslehi, S., Smith, J. H., Montgomery, R. D., & Taylor, R. P. (2016). The fractal geometry of the brain. Springer.

Kailas Chavan | Neuropharmacology | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Kailas Chavan | Neuropharmacology | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Kailas Chavan | Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur | India

Kailas Arjun Chavan is a doctoral researcher at the Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur, specializing in organic chemistry under the mentorship of Dr. Rohan D. Erande. His Ph.D. research focuses on the isolation and synthesis of bioactive scaffolds, including bis-indolyl compounds, flavonoids, and constituents of Pterocarpus marsupium, alongside the development of nickel-catalyzed direct conversion of alcohols to trans-cinnamonitriles. He completed his M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry at Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, where he investigated Cs₂CO₃-catalyzed reactions for the efficient synthesis of dihydroquinazolin-4(1H)-one. Kailas has contributed to the scientific community through 6 publications, amassing 94 citations. His research interests bridge synthetic methodology with bioactive compound exploration, aiming to advance medicinal chemistry and sustainable synthesis. Kailas’s work reflects a strong commitment to chemical innovation, positioning him as a promising emerging scientist in his field.

Profiles: Scopus | Google Scholar | Research Gate | Linked In

Featured Publications

Chavan, K. A., Shukla, M., Chauhan, A. N. S., Maji, S., Mali, G., Bhattacharyya, S., … (2022). Effective synthesis and biological evaluation of natural and designed bis(indolyl)methanes via taurine-catalyzed green approach. ACS Omega, 7(12), 10438–10446.

Mali, G., Maji, S., Chavan, K. A., Shukla, M., Kumar, M., Bhattacharyya, S., … (2022). Effective synthesis and biological evaluation of functionalized 2,3-dihydrofuro[3,2-c]coumarins via an imidazole-catalyzed green multicomponent approach. ACS Omega, 7(40), 36028–36036.

Shivam, S., Chavan, K. A., Chauhan, A. N. S., Erande, R. D. (2023). Recent advances in [3+2]-cycloaddition-enabled cascade reactions: Application to synthesize complex organic frameworks. Synlett, 34(07), 709–728.

Mali, G., Chauhan, A. N. S., Chavan, K. A., Erande, R. D. (2021). Development and applications of double Diels‐Alder reaction in organic synthesis. Asian Journal of Organic Chemistry, 10(11), 2848–2868.

Sharma, V., Chavan, K. A., Mali, G., Sarkar, D., Lama, P., Majumder, M., … (2023). A catecholaldimine-based NiII-complex as an effective catalyst for the direct conversion of alcohols to trans-cinnamonitriles and aldehydes. The Journal of Organic Chemistry, 88(11), 7448–7453.

Chavan, K. A., Sonawane, O. A., Erande, R. D. (2025). Novel metabolites from Pterocarpus marsupium: Structural characterization and biological relevance. Tetrahedron Letters, 155820.

Junliang Yuan | Clinical Neuroscience | Neuroscience Future Leader Award

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Prof. Dr. Junliang Yuan | Clinical Neuroscience | Neuroscience Future Leader Award

Prof. Dr. Junliang Yuan | Peking University Sixth Hospital | China

Dr. Junliang Yuan is a neurologist, Associate Professor, and Director of the Department of Neurology at Peking University Sixth Hospital, Beijing, China. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Medicine from Jining Medical College, a Master’s in Neurology from Dalian Medical University, and a Medical Degree in Neurology from Capital Medical University, followed by a postdoctoral fellowship at McLean Hospital/Harvard Medical School. He has also served as Associate Professor of Neurology at Beijing Chaoyang Hospital. Dr. Yuan’s research focuses on neuropsychiatric disorders, neurodegenerative diseases, cognition and dementia, movement disorders including Parkinson’s disease, and sleep disorders. He has secured multiple prestigious research grants, including funding from the Science and Technology Innovation 2030 “Brain Science and Brain-like Research” major project, the National Natural Science Foundation of China, the Chinese Academy of Sciences, and several Beijing Municipal health research programs. His scholarly output includes 91 published documents, which have been cited 1,585 times by 1,508 other publications, reflecting his influence in the field with an h-index of 22. Through his leadership and research, Dr. Yuan continues to contribute significantly to advancing clinical and translational neuroscience, with a strong focus on improving the diagnosis, management, and treatment of neurological disorders.

Profiles: Scopus | Google Scholar | Research Gate | Linked In | Staff Page

Featured Publications

Li, Y., Li, M., Zhang, X., Shi, Q., Yang, S., Fan, H., Qin, W., Yang, L., Yuan, J., Jiang, T., … (2017). Higher blood–brain barrier permeability is associated with higher white matter hyperintensities burden. Journal of Neurology, 264(7), 1474–1481.

Yuan, J., Yang, S., Wang, S., Qin, W., Yang, L., & Hu, W. (2017). Mild encephalitis/encephalopathy with reversible splenial lesion (MERS) in adults: A case report and literature review. BMC Neurology, 17(1), 103.

Li, Y., Li, M., Yang, L., Qin, W., Yang, S., Yuan, J., Jiang, T., & Hu, W. (2019). The relationship between blood–brain barrier permeability and enlarged perivascular spaces: A cross-sectional study. Clinical Interventions in Aging, 14, 871–878.

Chen, Y., Zhang, J., Wang, Y., Yuan, J., & Hu, W. (2016). Efficacy of cholinesterase inhibitors in vascular dementia: An updated meta-analysis. European Neurology, 75(3–4), 132–141.

Li, X., Yuan, J., Liu, L., & Hu, W. (2019). Antibody-LGI1 autoimmune encephalitis manifesting as rapidly progressive dementia and hyponatremia: A case report and literature review. BMC Neurology, 19(1), 19.

Zhang, X., Ding, L., Yang, L., Qin, W., Yuan, J., Li, S., & Hu, W. (2016). Brain atrophy correlates with severe enlarged perivascular spaces in basal ganglia among lacunar stroke patients. PLoS ONE, 11(2), e0149593.

Li, X., Yuan, J., Yang, L., Qin, W., Yang, S., Li, Y., Fan, H., & Hu, W. (2017). The significant effects of cerebral microbleeds on cognitive dysfunction: An updated meta-analysis. PLoS ONE, 12(9), e0185145.

Meng Wang | Neuroanatomy | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Meng Wang | Neuroanatomy | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Meng Wang | Chongqing Medical University | China

Meng Wang is an Associate Professor at Chongqing Medical University, where he leads an innovative research program focused on unraveling the neural encoding mechanisms underlying sensory memory traces. His work employs multiscale approaches that integrate neural networks, cellular ensembles, and synaptic plasticity to advance the systematic mapping of cortical memory processes through microscale functional connectivity maps. Dr. Wang has made landmark contributions to neuroscience, including the identification of Holistic Bursting (HB) cells as putative auditory memory engram neurons characterized by superlinear integration properties, providing novel insights into how sensory memories are encoded and maintained in the brain. His research program bridges cellular neurobiology with systems neuroscience, offering a comprehensive framework for understanding memory formation at multiple organizational levels. A committed scholar, Dr. Wang has authored 15 scientific documents that have collectively received 156 citations from 149 publications, reflecting the impact and visibility of his work within the global scientific community. His h-index of 7 demonstrates a growing influence in the field, underscoring both the relevance and originality of his research. Through his pioneering efforts, Dr. Wang continues to contribute significantly to advancing the understanding of cortical mechanisms that shape memory processing and sensory cognition.

Profiles: Scopus | Research Gate

Featured Publications

Author(s). (2025). 6-Gingerol, an active compound of ginger, attenuates NASH-HCC progression by reprogramming tumor-associated macrophage via the NOX2/Src/MAPK signaling pathway. BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies.

Mahmoodreza Azghani | Computational Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mahmood Reza Azghani | Computational Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mahmood Reza Azghani | Tabriz university of Technology | Iran

Mahmood-reza Azghani is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biomechanics at the Faculty of Biomedical Engineering, Tabriz University of Technology (Sahand). He earned his Ph.D. in robotics and biomechanics from Sharif University of Technology, Tehran, and has since established himself as a recognized scholar in biomechanics, robotics, and medical simulation technologies. His research interests include robotic-assisted systems, biomechanical modeling, and the development of innovative healthcare technologies. He has authored more than 90 papers in high-impact international journals, contributing substantially to the advancement of his field. His research influence is reflected in his academic metrics, with over 738 citations on Google Scholar and 458 on Scopus, an h-index of 13 and 12 respectively, and an i10-index of 22 and 16, highlighting both the breadth and depth of his scholarly contributions. Alongside publications, he has registered several innovations at the Iranian Patent Center and founded a start-up company dedicated to robotic simulators for medical examination, underscoring his entrepreneurial vision and translational impact. His outstanding academic achievements have been acknowledged with multiple awards for research excellence and innovative projects, positioning him as a leading figure in the integration of engineering and medicine within the field of biomedical engineering.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Research Gate

Featured Publications

Manshadi, F. D., Parnianpour, M., Sarrafzadeh, J., & Azghani, M. R. (2011). Abdominal hollowing and lateral abdominal wall muscles’ activity in both healthy men and women: An ultrasonic assessment in supine and standing positions. Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, 15(1), 108–113.

Ghorbanpour, A., Azghani, M. R., Taghipour, M., Salahzadeh, Z., Ghaderi, F., & others. (2018). Effects of McGill stabilization exercises and conventional physiotherapy on pain, functional disability and active back range of motion in patients with chronic non-specific low back pain. Journal of Physical Therapy Science, 30(4), 481–485.

Aghazadeh, J., Ghaderi, M., Azghani, M. R., Khalkhali, H. R., Allahyari, T., & others. (2015). Anti-fatigue mats, low back pain, and electromyography: An interventional study. International Journal of Occupational Medicine and Environmental Health, 28, 1–9.

Karimi, Z., Allahyari, T., Azghani, M. R., & Khalkhali, H. (2016). Influence of unstable footwear on lower leg muscle activity, volume change and subjective discomfort during prolonged standing. Applied Ergonomics, 53, 95–102.

Azghani, M. R., Farahmand, F., Meghdari, A., Vossoughi, G., & Parnianpour, M. (2009). Design and evaluation of a novel triaxial isometric trunk muscle strength measurement system. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part H: Journal of Engineering in Medicine, 223(7), 879–889.

Mirakhorlo, M., Azghani, M. R., & Kahrizi, S. (2014). Validation of a musculoskeletal model of lifting and its application for biomechanical evaluation of lifting techniques. Journal of Research in Health Sciences, 14(1), 29–35.

Dehghan Manshadi, F., Parnianpour, M., Sarrafzadeh, J., & Azghani, M. (2011). Abdominal hollowing and lateral abdominal wall muscle activity in both healthy men and women: An ultrasonic assessment in supine and standing positions. Journal of Bodywork & Movement Therapies, 15(1), 108–113.

Salehi-Pourmehr, H., Rahbarghazi, R., Mahmoudi, J., Roshangar, L., & others. (2019). Intra-bladder wall transplantation of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells improved urinary bladder dysfunction following spinal cord injury. Life Sciences, 221, 20–28.