Kazuyuki Matsushita | Neurodevelopmental Processes | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Kazuyuki Matsushita | Neurodevelopmental Processes | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Dr. Kazuyuki Matsushita | Chiba University Hospital | Japan

Kazuyuki Matsushita is a senior academic and clinical scientist at Chiba University, Japan, with extensive expertise in laboratory medicine and translational diagnostics. He is affiliated with the Department of Laboratory Medicine, which integrates advanced sections including clinical chemistry, hematology, clinical microbiology, medical physiology, blood collection services, and genetic testing, all operating under internationally recognized analytical standards to ensure accurate, reproducible, and rapid assessment of physiological and pathological conditions. His work emphasizes the critical role of laboratory medicine in improving diagnostic precision and patient care. The clinical microbiology laboratory under his academic environment has made substantial contributions to infection control and hospital-based disease management, while genetic testing activities are closely aligned with clinical genetics to support precision medicine. A central focus of his research is the identification and validation of novel biomarkers and clinically meaningful indicators that enhance diagnosis, prognosis, and therapeutic decision-making beyond routine laboratory practice. His scholarly impact is reflected in 196 peer-reviewed documents, an h-index of 33, and 3,702 citations across 3,205 citing documents, demonstrating sustained influence in laboratory medicine, clinical microbiology, and diagnostic innovation at both national and international levels.

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Genetic Variation in Background Mucosa Across Different Grades of Chronic Esophagitis
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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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James Shine | Systems Neuroscience | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. James Shine | Systems Neuroscience | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Dr. James Shine | The University of Sydney | Australia

This researcher is an influential systems neurobiologist whose work has significantly advanced the scientific understanding of whole-brain neural dynamics. With over 170 peer-reviewed publications, more than 16,000 citations, an h-index of 67, and an i10-index of 177, their scholarly contributions have shaped multiple domains within contemporary neuroscience. Their research integrates multimodal neuroimaging, computational modelling, network science, and systems-level neurobiology to uncover the principles governing cognition, attention, and consciousness. A major focus of their work involves developing biophysically informed models that link neuroanatomical organization with large-scale patterns of human brain activity, enabling the generation of testable predictions across imaging modalities. Their publications span impactful studies in neuroimaging, neurobiology, and computational science, including widely cited papers in high-profile journals. Their seminal insights into dynamic functional brain network integration have catalyzed global interest in time-resolved brain connectivity, influencing methodological developments and being adopted by more than 100 research groups across over 90 countries. Their research program also advances innovative computational frameworks for analysing complex neural signals, contributing both theoretical and practical tools that inform the study of neurodegenerative conditions and cognitive function. their work continues to shape the direction of systems neuroscience and quantitative brain research.

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Shine, J. M., Bissett, P. G., Bell, P. T., Koyejo, O., Balsters, J. H., Gorgolewski, K. J., … (2016). The dynamics of functional brain networks: Integrated network states during cognitive task performance. Neuron, 92(2), 544–554.

Hansen, J. Y., Shafiei, G., Markello, R. D., Smart, K., Cox, S. M. L., Nørgaard, M., … (2022). Mapping neurotransmitter systems to the structural and functional organization of the human neocortex. Nature Neuroscience, 25(11), 1569–1581.

Lurie, D. J., Kessler, D., Bassett, D. S., Betzel, R. F., Breakspear, M., Kheilholz, S., … (2020). Questions and controversies in the study of time-varying functional connectivity in resting fMRI. Network Neuroscience, 4(1), 30–69.

Shine, J. M., Breakspear, M., Bell, P. T., Ehgoetz Martens, K. A., Shine, R., … (2019). Human cognition involves the dynamic integration of neural activity and neuromodulatory systems. Nature Neuroscience, 22(2), 289–296.

Poldrack, R. A., Laumann, T. O., Koyejo, O., Gregory, B., Hover, A., Chen, M. Y., … (2015). Long-term neural and physiological phenotyping of a single human. Nature Communications, 6, 8885.

Shine, J. M., Matar, E., Ward, P. B., Frank, M. J., Moustafa, A. A., Pearson, M., … (2013). Freezing of gait in Parkinson’s disease is associated with functional decoupling between the cognitive control network and the basal ganglia. Brain, 136(12), 3671–3681.

Zhi Li | Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Zhi Li | Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Zhi Li | Qinghai University | China

Zhi Li is a researcher specializing in cellular biology, infection and immunity, host–pathogen interactions, vector and vector-borne diseases, and zoonoses. His work focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying host responses to parasitic infections and the epidemiology of emerging infectious diseases in animals. As an Assistant Professor at Qinghai University, he has contributed significantly to research on parasitic pathogens affecting livestock and wildlife in the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau region. His studies have explored infections caused by Echinococcus shiquicus, Theileria annulata, and various fluke species, emphasizing their identification, transmission dynamics, and host interactions. Through collaborations with national and international researchers, he has published in leading journals such as Transboundary and Emerging Diseases, Parasitology Research, Parasites & Vectors, and Acta Tropica. His research integrates molecular biology, immunological assays, and field epidemiology to develop improved diagnostic tools and better understand pathogen adaptation in diverse ecological settings. By linking laboratory findings with field observations, Zhi Li’s work contributes to controlling zoonotic and vector-borne diseases that threaten both animal and human health, aligning with the global “One Health” approach that connects veterinary and biomedical research for sustainable disease management.

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Li, Z., Han, Y., Liu, J.-L., Zhang, X.-Y., Shen, X., Guo, Z.-H., Yin, H., Duo, H., & Fu, Y. (2025). High diversity of Piroplasm species carried by ticks from Qinghai, China. Acta Tropica, 250, 107907.

Fu, Y., Zhang, X., Li, Z., Shi, Z., Ma, X., Meng, R., Zhang, Q., Zhao, C., Guo, S., Ma, W., et al. (2023, November 23). Emerging Echinococcus shiquicus infection of Asian badgers in the Qinghai–Tibetan Plateau. Transboundary and Emerging Diseases, 2023, 6874033.

Fu, Y., Zhang, X., Li, Z., Meng, R., Duo, H., Shen, X., Ma, Y., & Guo, Z. (2023, July). Identification and prevalence of fluke infection in yak and Tibetan sheep around Qinghai Lake, China. Parasitology Research.

Zhang, X., Jian, Y., Li, Z., Duo, H., Guo, Z., & Fu, Y. (2023, February 25). Optimization of single-tube nested PCR for the detection of Echinococcus spp. Experimental Parasitology, 246, 108358.

Liu, J., Zhao, S., Li, Z., Zhang, Z., Zhao, B., Guan, G., Yin, H., & Luo, J. (2023, February 23). Activation of telomerase activity and telomere elongation of host cells by Theileria annulata infection. Frontiers in Microbiology, 14, 1123456.

Carmen Berenguer | Behavioral Neuroscience | Women Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Carmen Berenguer | Behavioral Neuroscience | Women Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Carmen Berenguer | Universitat de Valencia | Spain

Dr. Carmen Berenguer is an Associate Professor in the Department of Developmental and Educational Psychology at the University of Valencia. She holds a degree in Psychology, a Master’s in Cognitive Neuroscience and Special Educational Needs, and a Ph.D. in Psychology with the distinction of Cum Laude and International Doctorate from the same university. Her research has consistently focused on neurodevelopmental disorders, particularly Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), exploring cognitive, social, communication, and learning dimensions. In recent years, she has extended her work to examine comorbid conditions such as sleep difficulties and to design psychosocial intervention programs for families of children with ASD and ADHD. Dr. Berenguer has completed or participated in nine research projects and authored 20 books. She holds two patents related to psychosocial programs and augmented reality applications for educational and therapeutic purposes. With 54 published documents, her work has been cited in 994 scientific papers, accumulating a total of 1,077 citations and achieving an h-index of 17, reflecting her significant impact in developmental psychology and neurodevelopmental research.

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(2025). Characteristics, motivations and attitudes of students using ChatGPT and other language model-based chatbots in higher education. Education and Information Technologies.

(2025). Parenting stress in autistic and ADHD children: Implications of social support and child characteristics. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders.

(2025). Sleep disturbances in autistic children and adolescents: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

(2025). Augmented reality and learning-cognitive outcomes in autism spectrum disorder: A systematic review.

(2025). Occupational stress, burnout, and job satisfaction amongst Spanish speech-language pathologists. International Journal of Speech Language Pathology.

Calixto Machado | Clinical Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Calixto Machado | Clinical Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Calixto Machado | Institute of Neurology and Neurosurgery | Cuba

Calixto Machado is a Full Professor and Senior Researcher in Neurology and Clinical Neurophysiology at the Institute of Neurology and Neurosurgery in Havana, Cuba, and a Corresponding Fellow of the American Academy of Neurology. He completed his medical degree, followed by specialist training in neurology and clinical neurophysiology, and then earned his PhD. Over four decades he has led pioneering research on disorders of consciousness, brain death, stroke, autism, autonomic nervous system disorders and the neurological sequelae of SARS-CoV-2. He has published nearly 700 peer-reviewed journal articles, book chapters and authored seven books; his work is recognised internationally through numerous symposia and awards. His Google Scholar profile lists an h-index of 37, and over 24 000 citations across his published documents.

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Machado, C. (2025, September 9). Jahi McMath case: A comprehensive and updated narrative. World Journal of Critical Care Medicine, 14(3), 107513.

Machado, C. (2022). The Jahi McMath case: First detailed study of her brain. Neurology India, 70(5), 22–35.

Giacino, J. T., Ashwal, S., Childs, N., Cranford, R., Jennett, B., Katz, D. I., Kelly, J. P., & others. (2002). The minimally conscious state: Definition and diagnostic criteria. Neurology, 58(3), 349–353.

Sloan, M. A., Alexandrov, A. V., Tegeler, C. H., Spencer, M. P., Caplan, L. R., & others. (2004). Assessment: Transcranial Doppler ultrasonography report of the Therapeutics and Technology Assessment Subcommittee of the American Academy of Neurology. Neurology, 62(9), 1468–1481.

Machado, C. (2002). Brain death worldwide: Accepted fact but no global consensus in diagnostic criteria. Neurology.

Machado, C. (2007). Cerebral response to patient’s own name in the vegetative and minimally conscious states. Neurology, 69(7), 708.

Machado, C., Korein, J., Ferrer, Y., Portela, L., & others. (2007). The concept of brain death did not evolve to benefit organ transplants. Journal of Medical Ethics, 33, 197–200.

Machado, C. (2007). The concept of brain death did not evolve to benefit organ transplants. In C. Machado (Ed.), Brain death: A reappraisal (pp. 1–20). Springer.

Machado, C. (2007). Brain death: A reappraisal. Springer Science & Business Media.

Machado, C. (2007). The first organ transplant from a brain-dead donor. In C. Machado (Ed.), Brain death: A reappraisal (pp. 1–20). Springer.

Machado, C. (2010). Diagnosis of brain death. Neurology International, 2(1), e2.

Graf, W. D., Miller, G., Epstein, L. G., & Rapin, I. (2017). The autism “epidemic”: Ethical, legal, and social issues in a developmental spectrum disorder. Neurology, 88(14), 1371–1380.

Machado, C., Korein, J., Aubert, E., Bosch, J., Alvarez, M. A., Rodríguez, R., & others. (2007). Recognizing a mother’s voice in the persistent vegetative state. Clinical EEG and Neuroscience, 38(3), 124–126.

Lewis, A., Bernat, J. L., Blosser, S., Bonnie, R. J., Epstein, L. G., Hutchins, J., & others. (2018). An interdisciplinary response to contemporary concerns about brain death determination. Neurology, 90(9), 423–426.*

Siphokazi Gatyeni | Systems Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Siphokazi Gatyeni | Systems Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Siphokazi Gatyeni | University of Johannesburg | South Africa

Dr Siphokazi Princess Gatyeni is a Lecturer in the Department of Mathematics and Applied Mathematics at the University of Johannesburg, having progressed through roles as Assistant Lecturer and Marker. She earned her PhD in Applied Mathematics with a thesis on the long-term dynamics of COVID-19 in South Africa under the supervision of Prof Farai Nyabadza and Prof Faraimunashe Chirove. Prior to that she completed an MSc in Mathematics studying modelling of in- and out-patient rehabilitation for substance abuse, and an Honours in Biomathematics modelling substance abuse dynamics. Her research focuses on infectious-disease modelling (COVID-19, TB, malaria), optimal control theory and social behaviour in epidemic systems, with demonstrated expertise in MATLAB, Python, Mathematica, LaTeX, R-Studio, Excel and SPSS. According to Google Scholar she has been cited 41 times. Her h-index is currently not publicly listed on that profile but the citation count reflects an active early-career research trajectory. Her work includes recent journal articles on meningitis transmission and the impact of vaccination strategies, as well as modelling the effects of stigma on COVID-19 transmission. In the classroom she emphasises real-world applications and technology-assisted instruction, teaching courses from Engineering Mathematics through Numerical Analysis and Special Topics, and is committed to mentoring postgraduate students in interdisciplinary mathematical modelling.

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Gatyeni, S. P. (2025). Mathematical modeling of meningitis transmission dynamics and the impact of vaccination strategies. Scientific African, e03048.

Mbalilo, V. M., Nyabadza, F., & Gatyeni, S. P. (2025). Modelling the potential impact of TB-funded prevention programs on the transmission dynamics of TB. Infectious Disease Modelling.

Gatyeni, S. P., Chirove, F., & Nyabadza, F. (2022). Modelling the potential impact of stigma on the transmission dynamics of COVID-19 in South Africa. Mathematics, 10(18), 3253.

Gatyeni, S. P. (2022). Application of optimal control to the dynamics of COVID-19 disease in South Africa. Scientific African, e01268.

Kathrin Eichinger | Clinical Neuroscience | Outstanding Contribution Award

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Dr. Kathrin Eichinger | Clinical Neuroscience | Outstanding Contribution Award 

Dr. Kathrin Eichinger | Medizinische Universitat Wien | Austria

Dr. Med. Kathrin Eichinger is an Austrian physician specializing in Pediatrics and Pediatric Neurology, currently serving as a Consultant in Child and Adolescent Medicine with subspecialty training in Neuropediatrics at the Medical University of Vienna. Her clinical and academic focus lies in neuroimmunology, with ongoing doctoral research in neuroscience examining acute necrotizing encephalitis. Dr. Eichinger’s experience spans several leading medical institutions, including Sankt Anna Children’s Hospital and the Hospital of the Brothers of Mercy in Eisenstadt, complemented by an observership in Neurointensive Care and Neuroimmunology at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. She has also contributed to clinical research through her involvement in the eSMART randomized controlled trial on electronic symptom management at the Medical University of Vienna. Her expertise is further supported by certification in pediatric EEG and active participation in numerous neuropediatric congresses and workshops across Europe. Multilingual in German, English, and Spanish, Dr. Eichinger combines her clinical acumen with strong research engagement, reflected in her growing academic footprint with an h-index of 3, five peer-reviewed documents, and approximately 45 citations. Her professional pursuits integrate advanced clinical training, translational neuroscience, and a dedication to improving pediatric neurocare.

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Featured Publications

  • Eichinger, K., Breu, M., Renken, M., Siegert, S., Hilz, E., Glatter, S., Csaicsich, D., Boehm, M., Lechner, C., Kornek, B., et al. (2025). Complications of therapeutic plasma exchange in pediatric neuroimmune disorders. Children, 12(11), 1457.

  • Grasl, S., Janik, S., Dressler, A., Diehm, R., Gröppel, G., Eichinger, K., Grasl, M. C., Gstoettner, W., Feucht, M., Vyskocil, E., et al. (2021). Management and outcome of vagus nerve stimulator implantation: Experience of an otolaryngeal/neuropediatric cooperation. European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology, 278(10), 3729–3738.

Maria -Camelia Stancioaica | Clinical Neuroscience |

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Ms. Maria -Camelia Stancioaica | Clinical Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Maria -Camelia Stancioaica | Fundeni Clinical Hospital | Romania

Dr. Maria Camelia Stăncioaica is a dedicated Romanian hematologist affiliated with the Fundeni Clinical Institute in Bucharest, where she serves as the Acute Leukemia Program Coordinator. She holds an M.D. in Clinical Hematology and is currently pursuing her Ph.D. at the Carol Davila University of Medicine. Her professional development includes international experience through observership at Johns Hopkins Hospital in the USA and an internship at Pitié–Salpêtrière Hospital in France. Dr. Stăncioaica has contributed to advancing hematologic research through publications addressing acute leukemia, fungal infections in immunocompromised patients, and targeted therapies in acute myeloid leukemia. Her notable works include studies on FLT3 inhibitors, differentiation syndrome in pregnancy, and invasive fusariosis outbreaks. Actively engaged in global scientific dialogue, she has been a speaker and session chair at prominent hematology conferences across Europe. She also participates in several clinical trials as both principal and subinvestigator, focusing on novel therapeutic strategies in leukemia management. Dr. Stăncioaica’s research achievements are reflected in her 21 citations, 2 h-index, and 1 i10-index, underscoring her growing influence in clinical hematology. She is a member of the European Hematology Association and the Romanian Society of Hematology, contributing to both national and international medical communities.

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1. Ghiaur, A., Doran, C., Gaman, M. A., Ionescu, B., Tatic, A., Cirstea, M., … Stancioaica, M. C. (2024). Acute promyelocytic leukemia: Review of complications related to all-trans retinoic acid and arsenic trioxide therapy. Cancers, 16(6), 1160.

2. Mohorea‐Neata, A. L., Ghita, M. C., Moroti, R., Ghiaur, A., Ionescu, B., Tatic, A., … Stancioaica, M. C. (2023). Invasive fusariosis in acute leukaemia patients—An outbreak in the haematology ward. Mycoses, 66(8), 705–710.

3. Droc, G., Stancioaica, M. C., Soare, C. G., Stefan, M. G., Ingustu, D., Martac, C., … Ghiaur, A. (2023). Acute promyelocytic leukemia and severe differentiation syndrome in pregnancy—A management challenge. Life, 13(5), 1141.

4. Coriu, D., & Stancioaica, M. C. (2023). Moving low-risk myelodysplastic syndromes from humans to mice: Is it truly that simple? Haematologica, 109(1), 8.

5. Stancioaica, M. C., Coriu, D., & Ghiaur, G. (2025). FLT3: A 35-year voyage from discovery to the next generation of targeted therapy in AML. Cancers.

Chun-An Cheng | Translational Neuroscience | Lifetime achievement Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Chun-An Cheng | Translational Neuroscience | Lifetime achievement Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Chun-An Cheng | Tri-Service General Hospital | Taiwan

Assistant Professor Dr. Chun-An Cheng is a distinguished researcher affiliated with the Tri-Service General Hospital, Taiwan, known for his significant contributions to medical and clinical research. He has authored 73 scholarly documents, which have collectively garnered 658 citations across 620 publications, reflecting the wide impact and recognition of his scientific work. With an h-index of 14, Dr. Cheng has demonstrated consistent research productivity and influence within his field. His research encompasses multidisciplinary areas in clinical medicine, focusing on advancing diagnostic methodologies, therapeutic innovations, and patient-centered healthcare strategies. Through his collaborations and publications, Dr. Cheng has contributed to improving the understanding of complex medical conditions and enhancing evidence-based clinical practices. His dedication to translational research bridges the gap between laboratory findings and clinical applications, reinforcing his role as a key figure in the Taiwanese medical research community. Dr. Cheng continues to drive impactful studies that promote innovation, patient safety, and improved health outcomes, positioning him as a leading voice in contemporary clinical science.

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Featured Publications

  • (2025). Effects of exposure to air pollution and cold weather on acute myocardial infarction mortality. Atmosphere.

  • (2025). The risk of ischemic stroke in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and atrial fibrillation. Life.

  •  (2024). Increased risk of psychiatric disorder in patients with hearing loss: A nationwide population-based cohort study. Journal of Translational Medicine.

  • (2024). Diabetes mellitus and gynecological and inflammation disorders increased the risk of pregnancy loss in a population study. Life.

  • (2024). The influence of fine particulate matter and cold weather on emergency room interventions for childhood asthma. Life.

  • (2024). Impact of foodborne disease in Taiwan during the COVID-19 pandemic. Medicina (Lithuania).

  • (2024). Analyzing COVID-19 and air pollution effects on pediatric asthma emergency room visits in Taiwan. Toxics.