Hui Zhang | Clinical Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Hui Zhang | Clinical Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Hui Zhang | Northwestern University | United States

Hui Zhang is a Professor in the Division of Biostatistics, Department of Preventive Medicine at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, where he also holds appointments at the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center, the Mesulam Center for Cognitive Neurology and Alzheimer’s Disease, and the Center for Epidemiology and Population Health. he serves as Director of the Northwestern Brain Tumor SPORE Biostatistics and Bioinformatics Core and leads the Biostatistics and Data Management Core at the Mesulam Center. With a Ph.D. in Statistics from the University of Rochester, her academic foundation spans pharmacology, neurophysiology, and biology, reflecting her interdisciplinary expertise in biostatistics and biomedical research. His previous experience includes research roles at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, where she contributed significantly to clinical and statistical protocol development. Professor Zhang’s work focuses on statistical methodologies for cancer and neurological disease research, data integration, and bioinformatics applications. he is an active member of several professional societies, including the American Statistical Association and the International Chinese Statistical Association. A highly cited researcher, she has accumulated over 11,422 citations, an h-index of 43, and an i10-index of 100, demonstrating her substantial impact and leadership in the fields of biostatistics and medical data science.

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Featured Publications

Moss, A. J., Hall, W. J., Cannom, D. S., Klein, H., Brown, M. W., Daubert, J. P., et al. (2009). Cardiac-resynchronization therapy for the prevention of heart-failure events. New England Journal of Medicine, 361(14), 1329–1338.

Gunzler, D., Chen, T., Wu, P., & Zhang, H. (2013). Introduction to mediation analysis with structural equation modeling. Shanghai Archives of Psychiatry, 25(6), 390–394.

Wan, T., Jun, H. U., Pan, W. U., & Hua, H. E. (2015). Kappa coefficient: A popular measure of rater agreement. Shanghai Archives of Psychiatry, 27(1), 62–67.

Pu, J., Wang, S., Yin, Y., Zhang, G., Carter, R. A., Wang, J., Xu, G., Sun, H., Wang, M., et al. (2015). Evolution of the H9N2 influenza genotype that facilitated the genesis of the novel H7N9 virus. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 112(2), 548–553.

Guy, C. S., Vignali, K. M., Temirov, J., Bettini, M. L., Overacre, A. E., Smeltzer, M., et al. (2013). Distinct TCR signaling pathways drive proliferation and cytokine production in T cells. Nature Immunology, 14(3), 262–270.

Shen, S., Chen, X., Cai, J., Yu, J., Gao, J., Hu, S., Zhai, X., Liang, C., Ju, X., Jiang, H., et al. (2020). Effect of dasatinib vs imatinib in the treatment of pediatric Philadelphia chromosome–positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia: A randomized clinical trial. JAMA Oncology, 6(3), 358–366.

Sonabend, A. M., Gould, A., Amidei, C., Ward, R., Schmidt, K. A., Zhang, D. Y., et al. (2023). Repeated blood–brain barrier opening with an implantable ultrasound device for delivery of albumin-bound paclitaxel in patients with recurrent glioblastoma: A phase 1 trial. The Lancet Oncology, 24(5), 509–522.

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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Featured Publications

(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.

Kushal J | Clinical Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Kushal J | Clinical Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Kushal J |  Acharya and B M Reddy College of Pharmacy | India

Kushal J’s research focuses on pharmaceutical analysis, drug formulation, and healthcare innovation, reflecting a deep interest in bridging traditional and modern approaches to drug development. His work includes the formulation, development, and evaluation of an anti-acne serum using cow’s urine, a study that explores bioactive natural resources for dermatological applications. He has also contributed to analytical chemistry through his project on analytical method development and validation for identifying selected genotoxic impurities in bulk and pharmaceutical dosage forms by the RP-HPLC DAD method, presented at the JSS Pharmanecia International Research Conference. His academic training emphasizes analytical instrumentation, including HPLC, UV-Vis spectrophotometry, and dissolution testing, supported by a strong understanding of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). He has further strengthened his theoretical foundation through certifications in Food Chemistry and Biomedical Research. Kushal’s growing research portfolio highlights his dedication to advancing pharmaceutical quality control, regulatory compliance, and innovation in formulation science. His goal is to apply analytical and formulation expertise toward developing safer, more effective, and sustainable pharmaceutical products, contributing to the evolving fields of pharmaceutical technology, analytical method development, and health informatics.

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Featured Publication

Kushal, J., Loganathan, C. G., Rajesh, R., Dutta, S., Paik, A., Dasgupta, A., Reddy, G. N. N., & Suchindar, A. (2025). Recent advances in quinoline derivatives: Biological and medicinal insights. ChemistrySelect.

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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Featured Publications

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.

Tatsuya Yamasoba | Clinical Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Tatsuya Yamasoba | Clinical Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Tatsuya Yamasoba | University of Tokyo | Japan

Dr. Tatsuya Yamasoba is a Professor Emeritus at the University of Tokyo and Director of Tokyo Teishin Hospital, recognized internationally for his contributions to otology, neurotology, laryngology, and clinical neuroscience. He has published over 500 scientific papers in leading journals such as Science, Nature Chemistry, Nature Nanotechnology, Neuron, PNAS, and Neurology. His research focuses on regenerative medicine for sensorineural hearing loss, vestibular dysfunction, and dysphagia management in neurodegenerative diseases. With a citation index of over 24,150, an h-index of 75, and an i10-index of 353, his work has significantly advanced understanding and treatment of auditory and balance disorders. He has developed surgical techniques for severe hearing loss, pioneered galvanic vestibular stimulation therapy for disequilibrium, and improved aspiration prevention surgeries. Dr. Yamasoba has served as Editor-in-Chief of Auris Nasus Larynx and Associate Editor for ORL Journal and npj Aging and Mechanisms of Disease. He collaborates with leading research institutions including the University of Michigan and the University of California, Davis. His professional memberships include the International Federation of ORL Societies and the Asia Oceania Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Society, reflecting his leadership and influence in advancing otolaryngology and auditory neuroscience globally.

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Featured Publications

Kujoth, G. C., Hiona, A., Pugh, T. D., Someya, S., Panzer, K., Wohlgemuth, S. E., et al. (2005). Mitochondrial DNA mutations, oxidative stress, and apoptosis in mammalian aging. Science, 309(5733), 481–484.

Tokunaga, T., Sakashita, M., Haruna, T., Asaka, D., Takeno, S., Ikeda, H., et al. (2015). Novel scoring system and algorithm for classifying chronic rhinosinusitis: The JESREC study. Allergy, 70(8), 995–1003.

Yamasoba, T., Lin, F. R., Someya, S., Kashio, A., Sakamoto, T., & Kondo, K. (2013). Current concepts in age-related hearing loss: Epidemiology and mechanistic pathways. Hearing Research, 303, 30–38.

Le Prell, C. G., Yamashita, D., Minami, S. B., Yamasoba, T., & Miller, J. M. (2007). Mechanisms of noise-induced hearing loss indicate multiple methods of prevention. Hearing Research, 226(1–2), 22–43.

Umezawa, K., Yoshida, M., Kamiya, M., Yamasoba, T., & Urano, Y. (2017). Rational design of reversible fluorescent probes for live-cell imaging and quantification of fast glutathione dynamics. Nature Chemistry, 9(3), 279–286.

Matsumoto, Y., Nichols, J. W., Toh, K., Nomoto, T., Cabral, H., Miura, Y., et al. (2016). Vascular bursts enhance permeability of tumour blood vessels and improve nanoparticle delivery. Nature Nanotechnology, 11(6), 533–538.

Iwasaki, S., & Yamasoba, T. (2014). Dizziness and imbalance in the elderly: Age-related decline in the vestibular system. Aging and Disease, 6(1), 38–47.

Someya, S., Xu, J., Kondo, K., Ding, D., Salvi, R. J., Yamasoba, T., Rabinovitch, P. S., et al. (2009). Age-related hearing loss in C57BL/6J mice is mediated by Bak-dependent mitochondrial apoptosis. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 106(46), 19432–19437.

Jane Paulsen | Clinical Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Jane Paulsen | Clinical Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Jane Paulsen | University of Wisconsin Madison | United States

Dr. Jane S. Paulsen, Ph.D., is a Professor of Neurology and Vice Chair for Research at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, where she also contributes to the Department of Neurosciences Graduate Program. Her expertise lies in cognitive, psychiatric, and imaging correlates of neuropsychiatric disorders, with a strong focus on the early detection of brain diseases and the development of innovative methods for clinical trials. She has significantly advanced the understanding of genetic discrimination and the discovery and validation of biological and clinical markers of brain disease, incorporating neuroimaging and omics-based outcomes into her research. Dr. Paulsen completed her Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology at the University of Iowa, followed by postdoctoral training in Neuropsychology at the University of California, San Diego, where she worked on Alzheimer’s and geriatric psychiatry research. Over her career, she has held key positions including Director of the Huntington’s Disease Clinical Research Program at UCSD and has contributed extensively to advancing neuropsychological research and clinical applications. Her scholarly impact includes 4 published documents, 78 citations from 77 documents, and an h-index of 3, reflecting her influence in the fields of neurology, neuropsychology, and cognitive neuroscience.

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Featured Publications

Sachdev, P. S., Blacker, D., Blazer, D. G., Ganguli, M., Jeste, D. V., Paulsen, J. S., & Petersen, R. C. (2014). Classifying neurocognitive disorders: The DSM-5 approach. Nature Reviews Neurology, 10(11), 634–642.

Ross, C. A., Aylward, E. H., Wild, E. J., Langbehn, D. R., Long, J. D., Warner, J. H., & Paulsen, J. S. (2014). Huntington disease: Natural history, biomarkers and prospects for therapeutics. Nature Reviews Neurology, 10(4), 204–216.

Paulsen, J. S., Langbehn, D. R., Stout, J. C., Aylward, E., Ross, C. A., Nance, M., & Shoulson, I. (2008). Detection of Huntington’s disease decades before diagnosis: The Predict-HD study. Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery & Psychiatry, 79(8), 874–880.

Langbehn, D. R., Brinkman, R. R., Falush, D., Paulsen, J. S., Hayden, M. R., & International Huntington’s Disease Collaborative Group. (2004). A new model for prediction of the age of onset and penetrance for Huntington’s disease based on CAG length. Clinical Genetics, 65(4), 267–277.

Levy, M. L., Cummings, J. L., Fairbanks, L. A., Masterman, D., Miller, B. L., Craig, A. H., & Paulsen, J. S. (1998). Apathy is not depression. The Journal of Neuropsychiatry and Clinical Neurosciences, 10(3), 314–319.

Sachdev, P., Kalaria, R., O’Brien, J., Skoog, I., Alladi, S., Black, S. E., Blacker, D., & Paulsen, J. S. (2014). Diagnostic criteria for vascular cognitive disorders: A VASCOG statement. Alzheimer Disease & Associated Disorders, 28(3), 206–218.

Palmer, B. W., Heaton, R. K., Paulsen, J. S., Kuck, J., Braff, D., Harris, M. J., & Zisook, S. (1997). Is it possible to be schizophrenic yet neuropsychologically normal? Neuropsychology, 11(3), 437–446.

Plis, S. M., Hjelm, D. R., Salakhutdinov, R., Allen, E. A., Bockholt, H. J., Long, J. D., & Calhoun, V. D. (2014). Deep learning for neuroimaging: A validation study. Frontiers in Neuroscience, 8, 229.

Mohamed, S., Paulsen, J. S., O’Leary, D., Arndt, S., & Andreasen, N. (1999). Generalized cognitive deficits in schizophrenia: A study of first-episode patients. Archives of General Psychiatry, 56(8), 749–754.

Paulsen, J. S., Ready, R. E., Hamilton, J. M., Mega, M. S., & Cummings, J. L. (2001). Neuropsychiatric aspects of Huntington’s disease. Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery & Psychiatry, 71(3), 310–314.

Yue Ding | Cognitive Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Yue Ding | Cognitive Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Yue Ding | Shanghai Mental Health Center | China

Dr. Yue Ding is a distinguished neuroscientist and biomedical engineer whose research focuses on the neural mechanisms of music and rhythm-based interventions for affective and anxiety disorders, particularly in children and adolescents. With a Ph.D. in Neuroscience from Tsinghua University and a B.S. in Biomedical Engineering from Dalian University of Technology, Dr. Ding has extensive experience in both academic and industry settings, including leadership roles at Shanghai Mental Health Center, AI Institute at iFlytek, and Nielsen Consumer LLC, as well as a visiting scholar position at Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Ding’s research integrates neuroscience, artificial intelligence, and virtual reality to develop personalized interventions, including closed-loop music therapies, rhythm interactive training, and controllable music generation models, supported by numerous national and municipal grants. His work also explores neural oscillations in depression and anxiety, taste perception, and language impairments in Alzheimer’s patients. He is actively involved in professional organizations, including the Art Psychotherapy Committee, Music Psychology Committee, and editorial boards of prominent journals such as Scientific Reports and Frontiers in Psychiatry. With 17 published documents, Dr. Ding has garnered 228 citations and holds an h-index of 8, reflecting his influential contributions to the fields of neuroscience, neuroengineering, and mental health research.

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Featured Publications

Ding, Y., Hu, X., Li, J., Ye, J., Wang, F., & Zhang, D. (2018). What makes a champion: The behavioral and neural correlates of expertise in multiplayer online battle arena games. International Journal of Human–Computer Interaction, 34(8), 682–694.

Ding, Y., Hu, X., Xia, Z., Liu, Y. J., & Zhang, D. (2021). Inter-brain EEG feature extraction and analysis for continuous implicit emotion tagging during video watching. IEEE Transactions on Affective Computing, 12(1), 92–102.

Ding, Y., Zhang, Y., Zhou, W., Ling, Z., Huang, J., Hong, B., & Wang, X. (2019). Neural correlates of music listening and recall in the human brain. Journal of Neuroscience, 39(41), 8112–8123.

Ding, Y., Chu, Y., Liu, M., Ling, Z., Wang, S., Li, X., & Li, Y. (2022). Fully automated discrimination of Alzheimer’s disease using resting-state electroencephalography signals. Quantitative Imaging in Medicine and Surgery, 12(2), 1063–1077.

Ding, Y., Gray, K., Forrence, A., Wang, X., & Huang, J. (2018). A behavioral study on tonal working memory in musicians and non-musicians. PLOS ONE, 13(8), e0201765.

Zhang, Y., Ding, Y., Huang, J., Zhou, W., Ling, Z., Hong, B., & Wang, X. (2021). Hierarchical cortical networks of “voice patches” for processing voices in human brain. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America, 118(44), e2103518118.

Eleni Tsakiri | Foundations of Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Eleni Tsakiri | Foundations of Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Eleni Tsakiri |  National and Kapodistrian University of Athens Medical School | Greece

Dr. Eleni Tsakiri is a distinguished Molecular Biologist whose research centers on the molecular mechanisms of aging, proteostasis, and neurodegeneration. She earned her Ph.D. in Biology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) with a thesis on proteome homeostasis and its alterations during aging, following her M.Sc. in Cell Biology and Biophysics and a B.Sc. in Molecular Biology and Genetics. Dr. Tsakiri has held multiple postdoctoral positions at leading Greek institutions, including the Medical School of NKUA and the Biomedical Research Center “Alexander Fleming,” where she contributed to projects on proteasome regulation, Tau aggregation, and ribosome-mediated cell competition. Currently, she serves as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Laboratory of Physiology, NKUA, focusing on neurodegeneration and aging under an ERC-funded project. Her research is supported by competitive grants such as the Hellenic Foundation for Research and Innovation (HFRI). She has supervised undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students and actively collaborates with prominent researchers in Greece and abroad. Dr. Tsakiri’s contributions are reflected in her 24 published documents, 730 citations, and an h-index of 15, highlighting her impact in molecular biology and aging research.

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Featured Publications

  • Tsakiri, E. N., Sykiotis, G. P., Papassideri, I. S., Terpos, E., Dimopoulos, M. A., & others. (2013). Proteasome dysfunction in Drosophila signals to an Nrf2‐dependent regulatory circuit aiming to restore proteostasis and prevent premature aging. Aging Cell, 12(5), 802–813.

  • Tsakiri, E. N., Sykiotis, G. P., Papassideri, I. S., Gorgoulis, V. G., Bohmann, D., & others. (2013). Differential regulation of proteasome functionality in reproductive vs. somatic tissues of Drosophila during aging or oxidative stress. The FASEB Journal, 27(6), 2407–2419.

  • Tsakiri, E. N., & Trougakos, I. P. (2015). The amazing ubiquitin-proteasome system: Structural components and implication in aging. International Review of Cell and Molecular Biology, 314, 171–237.

  • Tsakiri, E. N., Iliaki, K. K., Höhn, A., Grimm, S., Papassideri, I. S., & Grune, T. (2013). Diet-derived advanced glycation end products or lipofuscin disrupts proteostasis and reduces life span in Drosophila melanogaster. Free Radical Biology and Medicine, 65, 1155–1163.

  • Tsakiri, E. N., Gumeni, S., Iliaki, K. K., Benaki, D., Vougas, K., Sykiotis, G. P., et al. (2019). Hyperactivation of Nrf2 increases stress tolerance at the cost of aging acceleration due to metabolic deregulation. Aging Cell, 18(1), e12845.

Zhou Yu | Behavioral Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Zhou Yu | Behavioral Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Yu Zhou is a postdoctoral researcher at Army Engineering University, specializing in the intersection of neuroscience, computer vision, and target detection. His research primarily focuses on deceptive visual design for both human and machine perception, exploring how visual stimuli can influence detection, recognition, and cognitive processing. Zhou has conducted pioneering studies on camouflage and optical deception, utilizing EEG-based brain functional network analysis to evaluate target visibility and cognitive responses. His work integrates principles from weapon science, biomedical engineering, and computer science to develop comprehensive models of visual perception and deception. Representative publications include investigations into neural responses to camouflage targets with varying exposure signs, the impact of color differences on brain activation patterns, and feasibility assessments of optical camouflage effects. Through these studies, he contributes to a deeper understanding of how visual designs can manipulate human attention and computer vision systems, providing actionable insights for defense technology applications. Zhou’s research emphasizes rigorous quantitative evaluation methods, leveraging neurophysiological data to inform the design of effective deceptive visual patterns. With an h-index of 2 and multiple citations, his work demonstrates a growing influence in fields spanning neuroscience-informed computer vision, perceptual deception, and applied optical camouflage.

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Author(s). (2024). Neural responses to camouflage targets with different exposure signs based on EEG. Neuropsychologia.