Marwa Hassan | Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Marwa Hassan | Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

Theodor Bilharz Research Institute | Egypt

Marwa Hassan is an immunologist with substantive contributions in stem cell biology, molecular immunology, and translational research. She also holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Healthcare & Hospital Management (American University in Cairo, 2020). Over her career she has held roles from resident researcher to acting head of department at the Immunology Division of TBRI, and has organized and led numerous specialized training courses (e.g. stem cell culture, molecular immunology, ELISA). Her research interests include non-coding RNAs, stem cell differentiation, immune regulation in liver disease, and biomarker development. She has published in peer-reviewed journals (e.g. on circulating liver cancer stem cells) and contributed to capacity building via workshops and academic leadership. Her awards and recognitions reflect her dual strengths in research and academic service. In sum, Dr. Hassan combines rigorous scientific inquiry with institutional leadership, advancing immunology and regenerative medicine in Egypt and beyond.

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Featured Publications

Ahmed, M. H. M., & Abdel Hamid, H. M. (2022). Circulating liver cancer stem cells: Clinical implications and future perspectives. World Journal of Gastroenterology, 28(1), 39–52

Ahmed, M. H. M., El Refai, S., & El-Shenawy, R. (2021). MicroRNA-based biomarkers in hepatitis C virus-induced hepatocellular carcinoma. Egyptian Journal of Immunology, 28(2), 75–90.

Ahmed, M. H. M., Hussein, M., & El Sayed, A. (2020). Impact of mesenchymal stem cell passaging on proliferation and differentiation potential. Theodor Bilharz Medical Journal, 18(4), 201–210.

Ahmed, M. H. M., Ibrahim, N., & Khalifa, M. (2019). Role of regulatory T-cells in autoimmune liver diseases: An immunopathological study. Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hepatology, 9(3), 355–362.

Ahmed, M. H. M., & El Demerdash, R. (2017). Gene expression profiling of umbilical cord blood-derived mesenchymal stem cells under oxidative stress. Stem Cell Research & Therapy, 8(1), 112.

Ehsan Khedre | Biology and Life Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Ehsan Khedre | Biology and Life Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Egyptian Drug Authority Pyramids Branch | Egypt

Dr. Ehsan Khedre is a pharmaceutical biochemistry researcher whose work spans natural product pharmacology, nanotechnology, oxidative stress, and metabolic disease. After earning her B.Pharm (Ain-Shams University, Egypt, 2004), she completed an M.Sc. in Biochemistry (Zagazig University, 2011) and a Ph.D. (Al-Azhar University, 2018) on estrogenic effects of quercetin and its nanoparticles. She has held roles at Egypt’s National Organization for Drug Control & Research (NODCAR / EDA), advancing from drug control specialist to quality manager and researcher in biochemical laboratories. Her publication record (to date > 9 peer-reviewed articles) includes studies on hepatic fibrosis, nanocarrier enhancement of phytochemicals, metabolic syndrome models, and nanoparticle biodistribution. Her citation metrics h-index of 5, total documents 7, total citations 170 reflect her growing impact in pharmacology and toxicology. Her research interests include antioxidant and anti-inflammatory natural compounds, nanoparticle delivery systems, biochemical mechanisms of organ injury, and translational approaches to metabolic and hepatic diseases. She has also contributed by serving as reviewer for journals, receiving training in quality systems (ISO 9001 / ISO 17025), scientific writing, bioinformatics, and innovation, and participating in workshops on research skills. In sum, Dr. Khedre combines deep domain expertise, laboratory leadership, and interdisciplinary scholarship to advance discovery and application of therapeutics.

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Featured Publications

Fayed, E. A., El-Sebaey, S. A., Ebrahim, M. A., Abu-Elfotuh, K., El-Sayed Mansour, R., Mohamed, E. K., Hamdan, A. M. E., Al-subaie, F. T., Albalawi, G. S., Albalawi, T. M., et al. (2025). Discovery of novel bicyclic and tricyclic cyclohepta[b]thiophene derivatives as multipotent AChE and BChE inhibitors, in-vivo and in-vitro assays, ADMET and molecular docking simulation. European Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, 117201.

Abu-Elfotuh, K., Kamel, G. A. M., Najm, M. A. A., Hamdan, A. M. E., Koullah, M. T., Fahmy, R. K. E., Aboelsoud, H. A., Alghusn, M. A., Albalawi, B. R., Atwa, A. M., et al. (2025). Modulating multiple molecular trajectories by nutraceuticals and/or physical activity in attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)-like behaviors in rat pups. Journal of NeuroImmune Pharmacology.

Oudah, K. H., Najm, M. A. A., Ramsis, T. M., Ebrahim, M. A., Gohar, N. A., Abu-Elfotuh, K., Mohamed, E. K., Hamdan, A. M. E., Hamdan, A. M., Almotairi, R., et al. (2025). Unlocking therapeutic potential of novel thieno-oxazepine hybrids as multi-target inhibitors of AChE/BChE and evaluation against Alzheimer’s disease: In vivo, in vitro, histopathological, and docking studies. Pharmaceuticals, 18(8), 1214.

Nazeam, J. A., Black, I., Mulamoottil, V. A., Selim, N. M., El Shiekh, R. A., Abu-Elfotuh, K., Hamdan, A. M. E., Gowifel, A. M. H., Hafez, S. M., Mohamed, E. K., et al. (2025). Okra seed polysaccharides mitigate neuroinflammation and cognitive impairment via modulation of Nrf2/HO-1, HMGB1/RAGE/TLR4/NF-κB, NLRP3/Caspase-1, JAK-2/STAT-3, AMPK/SIRT1/m-TOR, PI3K/AKT/CREB/BDNF/TrkB and PERK/CHOP/Bcl-2 axes. International Immunopharmacology, 114110.

Mohamed, E. K., Fathy, M. M., Sadek, N. A., & Eldosoki, D. E. (2024). The effects of rutin coat on the biodistribution and toxicities of iron oxide nanoparticles in rats. Journal of Nanoparticle Research, 26(3), 49.

Konstantinos Zapsalis | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Academic Researcher Award

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Mr. Konstantinos Zapsalis | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Academic Researcher Award

Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH) | Greece

Dr. Konstantinos Zapsalis is a PhD candidate at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, focusing his research on abdominal wall reconstruction using platelet-rich plasma and adipose tissue micrografts. He holds an MSc in Surgical Oncology of the GI tract with distinction and a medical degree from the same institution. With extensive clinical experience across leading hospitals in Greece and the UK, including Epsom and St. Helier Hospital NHS and St. George’s University Hospital, he has been actively involved in general and vascular surgery, emergency surgery, and trauma care. His research contributions are notable, over 196 citations, an h-index of 8, and more than 25 research documents addressing regenerative surgery, wound healing, surgical oncology, and minimally invasive procedures. He has presented at international congresses such as the World Society of Emergency Surgery and Panhellenic Surgical Congresses, earning recognition for his innovative work, including praise at the 33rd Panhellenic Surgical Congress for his study on the use of ICG in pancreatic surgery. His teaching experience includes instructing medical students and leading surgical skills workshops, while his leadership roles in scientific societies highlight his commitment to academic advancement. With strong clinical, academic, and research credentials, Dr. Zapsalis represents a promising surgeon-scientist contributing to translational surgical innovation.

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Featured Publications

“Platelet rich plasma, adipose tissue micrografts, and regenerative mimetic factors for abdominal wall defect   reconstruction: Experimental study protocol”

“Tailored Negative Pressure Wound Therapy with instillation in diabetic, hypertensive, and obese patients when   guideline treatment is not enough: a case series and a proposal for the ANSWER score”

“A Comprehensive Review of the Impact of Platelet Concentrates on Mesh Integration in Hernia Management”

“Patterns of opioid use after surgical discharge: a multicentre, prospective cohort study in 25 countries”

“Access to and quality of elective care: a prospective cohort study using hernia surgery as a tracer condition”

Michel Stéphane Heya | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Review Paper Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Michel Stéphane Heya | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Review Paper Award

 Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León | Mexico

Dr. Michel Stéphane Heya is a distinguished researcher and professor specializing in biotechnology, with a Ph.D. from the Institute of Biotechnology, Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León, Mexico. As a member of the National System of Researchers and Investigators (SNII), he has contributed extensively to the bioprospecting of green alternatives for human health and the development of nanomedicines for controlled pharmacological delivery. His work spans nephroprotective, antifungal, antibacterial, and anticancer applications, employing natural compounds, polymeric nanoparticles, and exosome-based nanocarriers. Dr. Heya has published over 50 scientific articles and book chapters in high-impact journals, accumulating more than 127 citations, with an h-index of 4. His ongoing research focuses on integrating traditional medicine with advanced nanotechnologies to enhance therapeutic efficacy and sustainability. Recognized for his innovative approaches to green nanomedicine, Dr. Heya continues to expand interdisciplinary research, training the next generation of scientists, and promoting environmentally friendly biomedical solutions. His work demonstrates a commitment to advancing health sciences while fostering sustainable and translational research applications.

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Featured Publications

“In Vitro Antifungal Antibacterial Activity of Partitions from Euphorbia tirucalli”

“Diagnóstico de la tinea pedis y tinea unguium en la zona metropolitana de Monterrey, Nuevo León, México”

“Colon Cancer: Overview on Improved Therapeutic Potential of Plant-Based Compounds Using Nanotechnology”

“Plasma Antioxidant Capacity Is Related to Dietary Intake, Body Composition, and Stage of Reproductive Aging in   Women”

“In vitro antifungal activity of polymeric nanoparticles loaded with Euphorbia tirucalli extract”

Yan Ding | Biology and Life Sciences | Excellence in Research

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Prof. Yan Ding | Biology and Life Sciences | Excellence in Research

China Medical University | China

Dr. Yan Ding is a biomedical researcher with a doctorate from China Medical University, Shenyang. Her academic training includes a Bachelor’s degree from Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, a Master’s and PhD from China Medical University. Since 2013, she has progressed through roles in experimental research—assistant experimentalist, experimentalist, and since 2022, senior experimentalist—at the Institute of Metabolic Disease Research & Drug Development and the College of Basic Medical Science. Her research focuses on molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying lung injury, inflammation, epithelial sodium transport, miRNA regulation, pulmonary fibrosis and herbal / natural compounds’ effects. She has published numerous first-author papers addressing roles of miRNAs (e.g. miR-130a-3p, miR-199a-3p, miR-21), luteolin’s therapeutic potential, regulation of epithelial sodium channel (ENaC), anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory pathways. she has an h-index of 6 with 143 citations overall. Throughout her career, she has also contributed to studies of lung fluid clearance, regulatory mechanisms during viral infections, and herbal monomers in edematous disorders. Awards include recognition for excellence in experimental work (institutional). In conclusion, Dr. Ding is an emerging researcher building a solid track record in pulmonary molecular biology, with demonstrated expertise in miRNAs, ion channel regulation, and translational potential in lung disease therapy.

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Featured Publications

“Factors influencing the provision of public health services by village doctors in   Hubei and Jiangxi provinces,
China”

“Practical actions for fostering cross-disciplinary global health research: lessons from a narrative literature         review”

“Healthcare seeking behaviour among Chinese elderly”

“A cost-effectiveness analysis of three components of a syndromic surveillance system for the early warning of   epidemics in rural China”

“Qualitative study exploring lessons from Liberia and the UK for building a people-centred resilient health system response to COVID-19”