Neus Baena | Genetics and Genomics | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Neus Baena | Genetics and Genomics | Best Researcher Award

Consorci Corporacio Parc Tauli | Spain

Prof. Dr Neus Baena with a strong academic foundation in genetics, anthropology, and biomedical sciences, this scholar has made remarkable contributions to the fields of human genetics, embryology, and molecular diagnostics. With a portfolio of 44 documents, 1048 citations, and an h-index of 17, their research emphasizes the genetic and neurobiological mechanisms underlying human development and disease. Educated and trained at leading Catalonian institutions such as the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Universitat de Barcelona, and the Institut Universitari Dexeus, they have completed advanced coursework in biochemistry of reproduction, prenatal diagnosis, neurobiology, genetic engineering, and clinical cytogenetics. Their professional experience spans genetics, anthropology, and clinical biology, reflecting an interdisciplinary approach bridging molecular science and human evolution. Research interests include cytogenetics, genetic pathology, embryological development, and neurogenetics, with a focus on disease mechanisms and evolutionary implications. The researcher has actively participated in specialized programs led by prominent professors like Dr. J.M. Dexeus, Dr. L. Vilageliu, and Dr. R. Miró. Recognized for academic excellence and continuous professional development, they have contributed to expanding the understanding of human biology through rigorous study and laboratory innovation, embodying a commitment to advancing biomedical and anthropological sciences.

Profiles : Scopus | Orcid

Featured Publications

Blanco, J., Gabau, E., Gómez, D., Baena, N., Guitart, M., Egozcue, J., & Vidal, F. (1998). Chromosome 21 disomy in the spermatozoa of the fathers of children with trisomy 21, in a population with a high prevalence of Down syndrome: Increased incidence in cases of paternal origin. American Journal of Human Genetics, 63(4), 1067–1072.

Gómez, D., Solsona, E., Guitart, M., Baena, N., Gabau, E., Egozcue, J., & Caballín, M. R. (2000). Origin of trisomy 21 in Down syndrome cases from a Spanish population registry. Annales de Génétique, 43(1), 23–28.

De Vigan, C., Baena, N., Cariati, E., Clementi, M., & Stoll, C.; EUROSCAN Working Group. (2001). Contribution of ultrasonographic examination to the prenatal detection of chromosomal abnormalities in 19 centres across Europe. Annales de Génétique, 44(4), 209–217.

Baena, N., Guitart, M., Ferreres, J. C., Gabau, E., Corona, M., Mellado, F., Egozcue, J., & Caballín, M. R. (2001). Fetal and placenta chromosome constitution in 237 pregnancy losses. Annales de Génétique, 44(2), 83–88.

Baena, N., De Vigan, C., Cariati, E., Clementi, M., Stoll, C., Caballín, M. R., & Guitart, M.; EUROSCAN Working Group. (2003). Prenatal detection of rare chromosomal autosomal abnormalities in Europe. American Journal of Medical Genetics Part A, 118A(4), 319–327.

Birhan kassa | Agricultural Science and Innovation | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Birhan kassa | Agricultural Science and Innovation | Best Researcher Award

Bahir Dar University | Ethiopia

Mr. Birhan Kassa is an Associate Researcher in Animal Breeding and Genetics with extensive experience in poultry breeding programs and indigenous chicken improvement in Ethiopia. He holds a BSc in Animal Production and Technology (2012) and an MSc in Animal Breeding and Genetics (2019), and is now pursuing a PhD in the same field at Bahir Dar University. Over the past decade he has led and coordinated applied research in poultry, including comparative evaluations of growth, reproductive and production traits of indigenous and tropically adapted chicken breeds, and has contributed to understanding farmers’ breeding objectives and trait preferences. He has published numerous papers in peer-reviewed journals and contributed to practical manuals and proceedings. His research interests include genetic diversity, heritability estimation, selective breeding, and sustainable poultry production under smallholder and semi-scavenging systems. While I could not locate a verified h-index-2 or total citation-40  for him in the public domain at this moment, his record indicates substantial scholarly output and growing impact. His work has been recognized within national research programs and contributes to both academic knowledge and practical applications in livestock production. He continues to aim to advance genetic improvement and food security through integrative research.

Profiles: Orcid | Google Scholar

Featured Publications

“Genetic Diversity of Ethiopian Indigenous Chickens a Base for Sustainable Genetic Improvement: A Review”

“A guide to setting up a selective indigenous chicken improvement program: The Tilili breed in Ethiopia”

“On-farm comparative evaluation of production performance of tropically adapted exotic chicken breeds in         western Amhara, Ethiopia”

“Village Chicken Flock Characteristics and Performances in Western Amhara, Ethiopia”

“Current Applications, Future Development and Challenges of Molecular Technologies in Livestock”