Tomasz Zatonski | Public Health | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Tomasz Zatonski | Public Health | Research Excellence Award

Wroclaw Medical University | Poland

Prof. Tomasz Zatoński is a distinguished otolaryngologist and Associate Professor at the Medical University of Wrocław, Poland, currently serving as Vice-Rector for University Communications and Head of the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. He earned his MD from the Medical University of Wrocław, followed by specialization in otolaryngology, a doctoral degree on DNA ploidy analysis in laryngeal cancer, and a habilitation focusing on the role of HPV and cell cycle proteins in head and neck carcinogenesis. With a prolific research profile, Prof. Zatoński has authored 112 documents cited 1,551 times by 1,530 documents and holds an h-index of 20. His research interests focus on HPV-associated head and neck cancers, surgical oncology, endolaryngeal microsurgery, tumor markers, and carcinogenesis mechanisms. He has participated in numerous international observerships, teaching courses, and conferences in the USA, India, Israel, and Europe, and has been recognized with multiple awards for teaching, research, and service, including honors from the Medical University of Wrocław and the Minister of Health. Prof. Zatoński leads and contributes to significant national and international grants, including population cohort studies and biomedical research projects. His work integrates clinical expertise with translational research, advancing knowledge in head and neck oncology and improving patient care and outcomes globally.

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Featured Publications

📄 Fibrous Dysplasia of the Ethmoid Bone Diagnosed in a 10‑Year‑Old Patient
Zofia Resler, Monika Morawska‑Kochman, Katarzyna Resler, Tomasz Zatoński — Medicina (2025)
Open access case report of rare fibrous dysplasia in a child, including clinical presentation and management.
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📄 Multinational Attitudes Toward AI in Health Care and Diagnostics Among Hospital Patients
F. Busch et al.JAMA Network Open (2025)
Large international survey exploring patient trust, preferences, and concerns regarding AI use in health care and diagnostics.
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📄 Age‑related Hearing Loss Associated With Cognitive Impairment in the Polish Cohort of the PURE Study
Połtyn‑Zaradna K., Pazdro‑Zastawny K., Szcześniak D., et al. — Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience (2025)
Open access study linking presbycusis (age‑related hearing loss) with cognitive impairment in a Polish adult cohort.
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📄 Fabrication and Comprehensive Evaluation of Zr‑Based Bulk Metallic Glass Matrix Composites for Biomedical Applications
Science China Materials (2024)
Open access materials science research on zirconium‑based bulk metallic glass composites relevant to biomedical implants and applications.
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📄 Hypertension in Adult Population Under 50 in the Population Cohort Study of Wroclaw Citizens (PICTURE): Prevalent, Undetected, and Mostly Preventable
Critical Public Health (2025)
Open access population health article examining the epidemiology and prevention potential for hypertension in younger adults.
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Somnath Roy | Medical Oncology | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Somnath Roy | Medical Oncology | Research Excellence Award

Tata Medical Center, Kolkata | India

Dr. Somnath Roy is a distinguished medical oncologist with a strong academic foundation and extensive clinical experience in leading oncology centers in India. He completed his MBBS from North Bengal Medical College, followed by a PG Diploma and MD in Radiotherapy from WBUHS, and later earned his DM in Medical Oncology from Homi Bhabha National Institute, Mumbai. His professional journey includes serving as Junior and Senior Resident at IPGMER & SSKM Hospital, Kolkata, and subsequently as Senior Resident at Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, where he strengthened his expertise in multidisciplinary cancer care. Dr. Roy’s research background is notable, holding the European Certificate in Medical Oncology (ECMO), MRCP(UK) Specialty Certificate in Medical Oncology, and DNB in Medical Oncology. He has actively led multiple Phase III clinical trials as Principal Investigator in prostate, breast, lung, and ovarian cancers. His scholarly impact includes 94 citations across 90 documents, 27 publications, and an h-index of 6, reflecting meaningful contributions to oncology literature. His key research interests span solid tumors, novel therapeutics, precision oncology, and clinical trial development. Recognized for his commitment to evidence-based practice and academic excellence, Dr. Roy continues to advance high-quality cancer care and research with dedication and integrity.

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Featured Publications

Primary Mediastinal Germ Cell Tumors: A Real-World Analysis of Clinical Characteristics, Treatment, and Survival Outcomes From Two Tertiary Cancer Centers in India
JCO Global Oncology, 2025

Phase 3 RCT comparing docetaxel-platinum with docetaxel-platinum-5FU as neoadjuvant chemotherapy in borderline resectable oral cancer
European Journal of Cancer, 2024

Vaishali Sharma | Neuroscience Data Analysis | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Vaishali Sharma | Neuroscience Data Analysis | Best Researcher Award

Post Graduate Institue of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) | India

Dr. Vaishali Sharma is a Senior Research Fellow at the Department of Neurology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, specializing in neurobiology, neuroinflammation, and sleep disorders. She earned her Ph.D. in Neurology (2020–2025) from PGIMER, focusing on the role of aquaporins, heat shock proteins, and neuroinflammatory markers in idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH) and their correlation with clinical parameters. She also holds a master’s degree in Zoology and a bachelor’s in Medical Science. Her research encompasses molecular biomarkers, blood-brain barrier disruption, circadian rhythm disturbances, and the evaluation of sleep and headache disorders, combining clinical, translational, and systematic review approaches. Dr. Sharma has contributed to multiple peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations, investigating psychiatric and sleep abnormalities, migraine care, and IIH pathophysiology. She has been recognized with several awards and fellowships, including CSIR and ICMR travel grants, best poster awards, and national and international research fellowships. Her professional activities extend to academic leadership and organizing conferences in neuro-ophthalmology and neurology. Dr. Sharma’s work advances the understanding of neuroinflammatory mechanisms, sleep disorders, and headache pathophysiology, providing insights for improved diagnosis, treatment, and quality of life for patients with neurological disorders.

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Featured Publications

Choudhary, N., Kumar, A., Sharma, V., Kaur, K., Kharbanda, P. S., Baishya, J., et al. (2024). “Effectiveness of CBT for reducing depression and anxiety in people with epilepsy: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.” Epilepsy & Behavior, 151, 109608.

Sharma, V., Chakravarty, K., Ray, S., Lal, V., & Takkar, A., Kharbanda, P. (2021). “Evaluation of prevalence and severity of obstructive sleep apnea using overnight-polysomnography in patients with idiopathic intracranial hypertension.” Journal of the Neurological Sciences, 429.

Sharma, V., Chakravarty, K., & Ray, S. (2023). “Questionnaire-based evaluation of sleep abnormality in patients with primary headache disorder: A cross-sectional study from tertiary care centre.” Journal of the Neurological Sciences, 455.

Sharma, S. R. V., & Chakravarty, K. (2023). “Questionnaire-based assessment of sleep abnormalities in patients with migraine: A cross-sectional study with a comparison group.” Annals of Indian Academy of Neurology, 26, S186.

Sharma, A. T. K., Chakravarty, K., Lal, V., & Kharbanda, P. S., et al. (2022). “Sleep and headache characteristics in patients with idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH) – An observational study.” Annals of Indian Academy of Neurology, 25, S296–S297.

Wei Dai | Quantitative Research | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Wei Dai | Quantitative Research | Research Excellence Award

Sichuan Cancer Hospital | China

Dr. Wei Dai is an accomplished thoracic surgeon and researcher specializing in minimally invasive surgery for lung cancer and the integration of patient-reported outcomes (PROs) into perioperative care. He earned his MD in Clinical Medicine from Southern Medical University, an MSc in Thoracic Surgery from Peking Union Medical College, a PhD in Thoracic Surgery from Sichuan University, and completed a fellowship in Thoracic Surgery at the University Hospital of Copenhagen, Rigshospitalet. Dr. Dai has progressed through roles from thoracic surgery trainee and resident to attending surgeon, and currently serves as an associate consultant at Sichuan Cancer Hospital. His research focuses on the development and implementation of PRO-based databases, optimization of postoperative symptom management, and enhancement of patient rehabilitation and recovery pathways. Dr. Dai has led multiple national and provincial research grants, including multicenter randomized controlled trials, and has been instrumental in establishing REDCap-based medical research platforms. He has authored over 60 peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals and serves as a reviewer for several international journals. An active member of leading professional societies, including ESTS, IASLC, and ISOQOL, Dr. Dai is dedicated to advancing precision perioperative care and improving the quality of life for lung cancer patients. His work bridges clinical innovation, research excellence, and patient-centered care.

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Featured Publications

Liu, J., Ma, H., Li, D., Li, Y., Qing, H., Wei, X., Shi, Q., Li, Q., Dai, W., & Zhou, P. (2025). “ASO visual abstract: Early post-discharge pain trajectories after thoracoscopic sublobar resection for Stage IA non-small cell lung cancer.” Annals of Surgical Oncology.

Liu, J., Ma, H., Li, D., Li, Y., Qing, H., Wei, X., Shi, Q., Li, Q., Dai, W., & Zhou, P. (2025). “Early post-discharge pain trajectories after thoracoscopic sublobar resection for Stage IA non-small cell lung cancer.” Annals of Surgical Oncology.

Tian, X., Mao, P., Lei, C., Yu, H., Dai, W., Wei, X., Zhang, J., Xu, W., & Shi, Q. (2025). “Patient-reported walking difficulty predicting the post-discharge overall function in patients with lung cancer undergoing minimally invasive surgery.” Journal of Cancer Survivorship.

Liao, J., Hu, X., Wei, X., Dai, W., Yu, H., Tian, X., Wang, Y., Qin, Q., Xu, N., Li, Y., et al. (2025). “Sex-related differences in postoperative patient-reported outcomes among lung cancer patients: A multicenter cohort study.” BMC Cancer.

Zheng, H., Guo, C., Zhang, Y., Gu, H., Zhao, Y., Xiang, R., Dai, W., Wei, X., Xie, T., Li, Q., et al. (2025). “Single staged repair of an anastomotic tracheal fistula following Mckeown esophagectomy via cervical incision: A case report.” Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery.

Lining Huang | Bioinformatics | Research Excellence Award

Mr. Lining Huang | Bioinformatics | Research Excellence Award

The Second Hospital of Hebei Medical University | China

Dr. Huang is a distinguished researcher and attending physician specializing in perioperative neuroscience, with a Ph.D. in anesthesiology from Hebei Medical University. His career has centered on elucidating the molecular pathways through which blood–brain barrier dysfunction contributes to neurocognitive decline in aging surgical populations. Integrating molecular biology, neuroimaging, immunology, and microbiome science, he has established a multidisciplinary research program that advances understanding of the vascular–immune mechanisms driving perioperative neurocognitive disorders. From anesthesia-induced neurotoxicity in early studies to complex “vascular-immune–microbiome” interactions in recent work, his contributions span preclinical models, translational investigations, and clinical cohort studies. He has served as principal investigator on more than ten major funded projects, including multiple National Natural Science Foundation of China grants, and has earned notable distinctions such as the Hebei Province Science and Technology Progress Award and several first-prize Hebei Medical Science Awards. His commitment to academic scholarship includes translating Miller’s Anesthesia, editing national textbooks, and co-authoring expert consensus guidelines that shape anesthesiology education and practice nationwide. With a portfolio of influential publications and six national patents in airway-management innovations, Dr. Huang continues to advance therapeutic development and scientific knowledge in surgical brain protection and perioperative cognitive health.

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Featured Publications

SPP1-mediated crosstalk between macrophages and fibroblasts promotes benign airway stenosis. (2025). Archives of Biochemistry and Biophysics.

Association between preoperative blood–brain barrier permeability and postoperative delirium in older patients undergoing cardiac surgery: a pilot study. (2025). Aging Clinical and Experimental Research.

Central neuropeptides as key modulators of astrocyte function in neurodegenerative and neuropsychiatric disorders. (2025).

Neonatal sevoflurane exposure disrupted fatty acids metabolism, leading to hypomyelination and neurological impairments. (2025). Biomedicine and Pharmacotherapy.

Diamant Thaci | Emerging Research Trends | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Diamant Thaci | Emerging Research Trends | Best Researcher Award

Universität zu Lübeck | Germany

Prof. Dr. med. Diamant Thaçi is a leading dermatologist and inflammation medicine expert whose career spans clinical practice, translational research, and academic leadership. After completing a postdoctoral fellowship and receiving a DAAD Scholarship for highly talented young scientists, he specialized in dermatology and venereology and advanced through key roles at J.W. Goethe University Frankfurt, including Senior Physician for dermatological clinical research and chronic inflammatory skin diseases. He later earned his venia legendi and held a W2 Professorship before assuming major leadership positions at the University of Lübeck, where he currently directs the Institute for Inflammation Medicine, the Excellence Center for Inflammation Medicine, and the Inflammation Board. His research focuses on atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, and novel immunomodulatory therapies, contributing extensively to pivotal international clinical trials. With 379 documents, 20,448 citations by 13,334 documents, and an h-index of 68, he is recognized as a Highly Cited Researcher and serves on multiple international councils and editorial boards. His awards include the Theodor Stern Foundation Prize and multiple distinctions from EADV and other societies. Overall, he is regarded as one of the most influential figures in modern inflammation and dermatology research.

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Featured Publications

Curman, P., Thaçi, D., & Ludwig, R. J. (2025). “Increased Cardiovascular Risk in Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria: A Large Real-World Cohort Study” in Allergy.

Lebwohl, M., Gooderham, M. J., Warren, R. B., Thaçi, D., Foley, P., Gottlieb, A. B., Torres, T., Popmihajlov, Z., Jou, Y.-M., Linaberry, M., et al. (2025). “Outcomes of Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (PASI) and PASI components in two phase III trials of deucravacitinib in patients with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis” in Clinical and Experimental Dermatology.

Olbrich, H., Kridin, K., Zirpel, H., Hernandez, G., Sadik, C. D., Gaffal, E., Thaçi, D., & Ludwig, R. J. (2025). “Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists and reduced mortality, cardiovascular and psychiatric risks in patients with psoriasis: a large-scale cohort study” in British Journal of Dermatology.

Alfarsi, S., Recke, A., Gaffal, E., Klein, J. P., Zirpel, H., Kridin, K., Thaçi, D., Olbrich, H., Bieber, K., & Ludwig, R. J. (2025). “Increased risk of psychiatric disease in patients with prurigo nodularis” in British Journal of Dermatology.

Thaçi, D., Ohtsuki, M., Maul, J.-T., Szegedi, A., Luna, P. C., Lynde, C. W., Soliman, A. M., Wang, H., Kaufmann, C., Ashley, D. G., et al. (2025). “Correction: Real-World Effectiveness of Risankizumab in Patients with Moderate-to-Severe Psoriasis: Interim Analysis from the VALUE Global Prospective Post-marketing Observational Study at 25 Months” in Dermatology and Therapy.

John Theodoropoulos | Sports Analytics | Best Researcher Award

Dr. John Theodoropoulos | Sports Analytics | Best Researcher Award

University of Toronto | Canada

Dr. John Theodoropoulos is an orthopedic surgeon, academic leader, and sports medicine specialist recognized for his contributions to cartilage regeneration, arthroscopic surgery, and athlete injury management. With a BSc from McGill University, an MD from Queen’s University, and an MSc in Cartilage Regeneration from the University of Toronto, he completed orthopedic surgery residency training at McGill and a sports medicine fellowship at the University of Illinois at Chicago. He currently serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto and staff surgeon at Mount Sinai Hospital, Women’s College Hospital, and the University Health Network. His research output includes 95 documents, 2,856 citations by 2,662 documents, and an h-index of 30, reflecting his strong academic impact in orthopedic and sports medicine research. His interests span cartilage repair, bioengineered tissues, ACL reconstruction outcomes, and high-performance athlete care. Dr. Theodoropoulos has earned numerous awards for research excellence, innovation, and teaching, including distinctions for clinical research, regenerative medicine, and sports medicine education. Professionally, he has served as Medical Director for elite sports organizations, including the Toronto Blue Jays and Toronto Maple Leafs, contributing significantly to musculoskeletal care in professional athletics. Overall, his career integrates clinical expertise, impactful scholarship, and leadership in advancing orthopaedic sports medicine.

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Featured Publications

Honoki, K., Wengle, L., Burkhart, T.A., Peters, S., & Theodoropoulos, J. (2025). Timing of Surgery in Professional Baseball – An Analysis of Major League Baseball Pitchers Who Underwent Ulnar Collateral Ligament Reconstruction. In JSES Reviews, Reports, and Techniques.

Betsch, M., Darwich, A., Chang, J., Whelan, D., Ogilvie-Harris, D., Chahal, J., & Theodoropoulos, J. (2022). Wide Variability in Return-to-Sport Criteria Used by Team Physicians After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction in Elite Athletes—A Qualitative Study. In Arthroscopy, Sports Medicine, and Rehabilitation.

Dwyer, T., Hoit, G., Sellan, M., Gopinath, R., Whelan, D., Theodoropoulos, J., & Chahal, J. (2022). Six Percent Incidence of Graft-Tunnel Mismatch in Anatomic Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Using Bone-Patella Tendon-Bone Autograft and Anteromedial Portal Drilling. In Arthroscopy, Sports Medicine, and Rehabilitation.

Dwyer, T., Hoit, G., Lee, A., Watkins, E., Henry, P., Leroux, T., Veillette, C., Theodoropoulos, J., Ogilvie-Harris, D., & Chahal, J. (2021). Injection of Bone Marrow Aspirate for Glenohumeral Joint Osteoarthritis: A Pilot Randomized Control Trial. In Arthroscopy, Sports Medicine, and Rehabilitation.

Atinga, A., Dwyer, T., Theodoropoulos, J., Dekirmendjian, K., Naraghi, A.M., & White, L.M. (2021). Pre-Operative MRI Imaging Accurately Detects the Arthroscopic Comma Sign in Subscapularis Tears. In Arthroscopy: The Journal of Arthroscopic & Related Surgery.

Tze-Woei Tan | Healthcare Data Analysis | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Tze-Woei Tan | Healthcare Data Analysis | Best Researcher Award

University of Southern California | United States

Dr. Tze-Woei Tan is an Associate Professor of Clinical Surgery at the Keck School of Medicine of USC and Director of the Limb Salvage Research Program. He obtained his MBBS at the University of Melbourne (2002), completed general surgery training at Brown University (2010) and a vascular surgery fellowship at Boston University School of Medicine (2012), and later earned a Master of Public Health in Health Promotion (2020). His academic career includes an Assistant Professorship at the Louisiana State University Health Science Center (2012-16) and an Associate Professorship at the University of Arizona College of Medicine (2020-22) before his current role at USC. His research focuses on health services, access to care, health equity, and particularly limb preservation in patients with diabetes and peripheral artery disease, securing major NIH and foundation-funded grants in these areas. Among his recognitions are the Roger Pecoraro Award (American Diabetes Association, 2023) and the Faculty Teaching Award at Keck (2024). According to publicly available data his publication record spans from 2007 to 2025 and he is credited with an h-index of ~25, around 2,597 citations, and approximately 124 documents (note: bibliometric values vary by database and may be approximate). In sum, Dr. Tan merges specialist operative vascular surgery with a strong public-health and equity orientation, leading interdisciplinary efforts to reduce amputations and improve vascular care in underserved populations.

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Featured Publications

Bolakale-Rufai, I.K., French, S.R., Knapp, S.M., Thompson, M., Arias, J.C., Garcia-Filion, P., Ainapurapu, B., Tan, T.-W., & Weinkauf, C.C. (2025). “Stratification of Clinical Microvascular Disease Severity Using Non-Invasive Monofilament Testing in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus” in Diabetology, 6(4). DOI: 10.3390/diabetology6040024.

Luu, I.Y., Hong, A.T., Lee, A., Arias, J.C., Shih, C.-D., Armstrong, D.G., & Tan, T.-W. (2024). “Improved Diabetic Foot Ulcer Outcomes in Medicaid Beneficiaries with Podiatric Care Access” in Diabetology, 5(5). DOI: 10.3390/diabetology5050036.

Kwon, K., Brown, T.A., Arias Aristizábal, J.C., Armstrong, D.G., & Tan, T.-W. (2024). “Outcomes for Patients with Diabetic Foot Ulcers Following Transition from Medicaid to Commercial Insurance” in Diabetology, 5(3). DOI: 10.3390/diabetology5030027.

Finco, M.G., Cay, G., Lee, M., Garcia, J., Salazar, E., Tan, T.-W., Armstrong, D.G., & Najafi, B. (2023). “Taking a Load Off: User Perceptions of Smart Offloading Walkers for Diabetic Foot Ulcers Using the Technology Acceptance Model” in Sensors, 23(5), 2768. DOI: 10.3390/s23052768.

Tan, T.-W., Armstrong, D.G., & collaborators. (2022). “Rates of Diabetes-Related Major Amputations Among Racial and Ethnic Minority Adults Following Medicaid Expansion Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act” in JAMA Network Open, 5(3), e223991. DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.3991. PMID: 35323948.

Kifah Hussain | Machine Learning and AI Applications | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Kifah Hussain | Machine Learning and AI Applications | Best Researcher Award

Northwestern University | United States

Dr. Kifah Hussain is a highly accomplished cardiologist specializing in advanced cardiovascular imaging and cardiovascular disease, currently completing a fellowship in Advanced Cardiovascular Imaging at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago. He previously completed a fellowship in Cardiovascular Disease at University of Chicago (Endeavor Health – Northshore) and an Internal Medicine residency at John H. Stroger Hospital of Cook County. Dr. Hussain earned his medical degree from Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, India, and holds multiple board certifications, including Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, Nuclear Cardiology, and Adult Echocardiography. With a prolific research portfolio comprising over 30 peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and abstracts, Dr. Hussain’s work focuses on echocardiography, cardiac CT imaging, transcatheter valve interventions, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, cardiac amyloidosis, and AI-driven cardiovascular diagnostics. He has presented extensively at national and international conferences, contributed as a peer reviewer for JACC journals, and served as a mentor for cardiology fellows. Recognized for his academic and clinical excellence, he has received awards including the ASE Top 50 Early Career Investigators, multiple ACC and ASE travel and research grants, and departmental honors. Dr. Hussain’s contributions encompass over 17 documents, with an h-index of 7 and more than 123 citations. His work continues to advance cardiac imaging, structural heart interventions, and precision cardiology, reflecting a commitment to innovative research, clinical excellence, and education.

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Featured Publications

Hussain, K., Lee, K., Balasubramanian, S.S., Singh, L., Vyas, N., Hussain, F., Wathen, L., Ricciardi, M.J., Leipsic, J., Rogers, C., et al. (2025). “Prognostic value of coronary CTA-based AI plaque quantification in patients undergoing transcatheter aortic valve implantation.” European Journal of Radiology.

Hussain, K., Saleh, D., Tang, M., Garcia, C., Kislitsina, O., Meng, Z., Baldridge, A., Puthumana, J.J., Cremer, P.C., Rigolin, V.H., et al. (2025). “Effect of Mavacamten on serial speckle-tracking strain in patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.” Journal of the American Society of Echocardiography.

Lee, K., Hussain, K., Ding, C., Tarchala, D., Rosenberg, J., Pursnani, A. (2025). “Utility of multimodality imaging in superior anomalous pulmonary venous return with inferior sinus venosus defect.” JACC: Case Reports.

Hussain, K., Lee, K., Minga, I., Wathen, L., Balasubramanian, S.S., Vyas, N., Singh, L., Shetty, M., Rosenberg, J.R., Levisay, J.P., et al. (2025). “Real-world application of CCTA with CT-FFR for coronary assessment pre-TAVI: the CT2TAVI study.” The International Journal of Cardiovascular Imaging.

Hussain, K., Sam, R., Patel, R., Nso, N., Singh, L., Nazari, J., Rosenberg, J., Metzl, M., Wasserlauf, J. (2024). “Impact of moderate sedation on electrophysiology lab time for left atrial appendage occlusion using 4D-intracardiac echocardiography.” Journal of Cardiovascular Electrophysiology.

 

Beatriz Barquiel Alcalá | Qualitative Research | Best Research Article Award

Dr. Beatriz Barquiel Alcalá | Qualitative Research | Best Research Article Award

Hospital Universitario La Paz | Spain

Dr. Beatriz Barquiel Alcalá is a physician-scientist specializing in endocrinology and nutrition, with a clinical appointment since 2010 at Hospital Universitario La Paz in Madrid. She holds a Licentiate in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Granada (2005) and completed further training under RD 99/2011 at the Universidad Autónoma de Madrid in 2012. Over her career she has published widely on diabetes and pregnancy, gestational and pregestational diabetes, maternal weight gain, and metabolic outcomes, including contributions as corresponding author. Her work spans over 30 scientific articles (e.g. on glycemic control, gestational weight gain, twin versus singleton pregnancies, neonatal outcomes, continuous glucose monitoring) as well as book chapters on hypertensive disorders, exercise in gestational diabetes, and obesity in pregnancy. She has led or participated in multiple funded projects—among them randomized trials and studies on biomarker validation, dietary interventions in pregnancy, and predictors of glycemic control. She also undertook a research stay at Memorial Sloan Kettering (USA) in 2009–2010. Her research interests lie at the intersection of maternal–fetal medicine, diabetes, metabolic programming, and endocrinology innovations.

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Featured Publications

Aguilera-García, I., Barquiel-Alcalá, B., Vázquez-Pérez, P., Prados-Sánchez, M.C., & González-Pérez de Villar, N. (2025). Time to change guidelines? Suboptimal glycemic control measures by CGM associated with cystic fibrosis exacerbations despite adequate HbA1c. Acta Diabetológica.

Borrego Soriano, I., Barquiel-Alcalá, B., Moreno-Domínguez, O., Qasem Moreno, A.L., García-Pérez de Sevilla, E., & González-Pérez de Villar, N. (2025). Screening system for the detection of unknown or poorly controlled diabetes mellitus in a tertiary hospital: A retrospective study. Journal of Evaluation in Clinical Practice.

Quirós, C., Herrera, M.T., Amigó, J., Perea, V., Barquiel, B., et al. (2024). Real-world evidence of off-label use of commercially automated insulin delivery systems compared to multiple daily insulin injections in pregnancies complicated by type 1 diabetes. Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics.

Barquiel, B. (AC), Calvo, M., Moreno-Domínguez, O., Bartha, J.L., et al. (2023). The PREDG study: A randomised controlled trial testing whether an educational intervention can prevent gestational weight gain in women with obesity. Clinical Nutrition ESPEN.

García-Moreno, C., Benítez-Valderrama, P., Barquiel, B., González-Pérez de Villar, N., Hillman, N., Lora Pablos, A., & Herranz, L. (2022). Efficacy of continuous glucose monitoring on maternal and neonatal outcomes in gestational diabetes mellitus: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials. Diabetic Medicine.