Mahdi Salehi | Accounting | Editorial Board Member

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Prof. Dr. Mahdi Salehi | Accounting | Editorial Board Member

Ferdowsi University of Mashhad | Iran

Professor Mahdi Salehi has established a highly prolific research profile distinguished by an extensive publication output and strong scholarly impact. His CV lists 418 indexed publications across referred and ISI-ranked journals, demonstrating sustained productivity in accounting, auditing, financial management, corporate governance, capital markets, and related areas. His influence is further evidenced by a Google Scholar h-index of 58 and a Scopus h-index of 34, reflecting the wide reach and strong citation performance of his work within the global research community. The breadth of his contributions covers empirical analyses, methodological advancements, sector-specific investigations, and interdisciplinary studies addressing finance, banking, entrepreneurship, sustainability reporting, audit quality, corporate governance, organizational behavior, and economic policy. His research portfolio encompasses collaborations with numerous scholars and includes publications in journals such as Journal of Financial Reporting and Accounting, International Journal of Law and Management, Journal of Asian Business and Economic Studies, Management Research Review, Sustainability, and Current Psychology. These accumulated outputs and measurable scholarly indicators collectively position Professor Salehi as a high-impact researcher whose extensive body of work significantly advances discourse and practice across multiple domains within accounting and financial research

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Featured Publications

Salehi, M., Rostami, V., & Mogadam, A. Usefulness of accounting information system in emerging economy: Empirical evidence of Iran. International Journal of Economics and Finance, 2(2), 186–195.

Salehi, M., & Alipour, M. E-banking in emerging economy: Empirical evidence of Iran. International Journal of Economics and Finance, 2(1), 201–209.

Alipour, M., Salehi, M., & Shahnavaz, A. A study of on the job training effectiveness: Empirical evidence of Iran. International Journal of Business and Management, 4(11), 63–68.

Hemmatfar, M., Salehi, M., & Bayat, M. Competitive advantages and strategic information systems. International Journal of Business and Management, 5(7), 158–168.

Seyed Hossein Hosseini Lavassani | Smart System | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Seyed Hossein Hosseini Lavassani | Smart System | Editorial Board Member

kharazmi university | Iran

Seyed Hossein Hosseini Lavassani is an Associate Professor of Structural Engineering whose research portfolio demonstrates strong scholarly impact, supported by 672 citations, an h-index of 14, and an i10-index of 18.  His published work spans 45 journal papers across high-ranking Q1–Q4 venues and 9 books in Persian, reflecting substantial contributions to vibration control, structural health monitoring, constitutive modeling, offshore structural dynamics, and advanced control systems in bridges and tall buildings. He has also advanced innovation through four patents, including technologies for structural and environmental applications, such as scaffolding protection and microalgae-based oxygen-generating windows. His research experience includes major national projects involving bridge retrofitting, seismic vulnerability assessment, value-based infrastructure planning, smart transportation platforms, and large-scale structural monitoring . Beyond authorship, he has significantly contributed to academic development by advising 30 theses and supervising 45 theses, demonstrating sustained mentorship and scholarly leadership. Collectively, his documented achievements show a researcher with broad technical expertise, impactful publications, and applied innovations that strengthen the fields of structural engineering and structural health monitoring.

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Featured Publications

Lavassani, S. H. H., Alizadeh, H., & Doroudi, R. Seismic control of tower-pile system of suspension bridges considering soil-structure interaction under near-field ground motions. Structural Engineering International.

Kazemian, M., & Lavassani, S. H. H. One-way FSI coupling with steady-state and transient CFD analysis for the umbrella form of tensile membrane structure. Arabian Journal for Science and Engineering.

Mousavi Gavgani, S. A., Lavassani, S. H. H., & Bekdaş, G. Control of nonlinear offshore platforms using semi-active tuned mass damper inerter under combined wave and wind loads. Applied Ocean Research.

Doroudi, R., Lavassani, S. H. H., & Shahrouzi, M. Optimal tuning of three deep learning methods with signal processing and anomaly detection for multi-class damage detection of a large-scale bridge. Structural Health Monitoring.

Mousavi Gavgani, S. A., & Lavassani, S. H. H. Vibration mitigation of offshore structures subjected to wave and wind loads using optimum semi-active tuned mass damper inerter.

Hossein Barahoei | Zoology | Editorial Board Member

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Hossein Barahoei | Zoology | Editorial Board Member

University of Zabol | Iran

Hossein Barahoei is a highly productive researcher whose scientific contributions in scorpion taxonomy and arthropod systematics are reflected in an extensive body of work comprising 50 publications, demonstrating his sustained commitment to advancing entomological and arachnological research. According to the Google Scholar profile referenced in his CV, Barahoei has achieved an impressive h-index of 17, indicating that a significant number of his publications have been consistently cited by other scholars, reinforcing the relevance and impact of his work within the scientific community. His research has accumulated 903 citations, showcasing the widespread use, recognition, and influence of his studies across multiple related disciplines, including taxonomy, biodiversity, venomous species biology, and integrative systematics. The breadth of his publication record spans new species descriptions, regional checklists, identification keys, ecological modeling, DNA barcoding, and medically important scorpion studies, reflecting both deep specialization and broad interdisciplinary engagement. As a corresponding author on numerous papers, Barahoei has played a leading role in shaping current knowledge on Iranian scorpions and parasitoid Hymenoptera, contributing essential taxonomic and ecological insights that support conservation, medical entomology, and biodiversity assessment efforts. His research metrics affirm his position as a respected and influential scholar in his domain.

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Featured Publications

Barahoei, H., Madjdzadeh, S. M., & Moeinadini, A. An integrative study on Mesobuthus rakhshanii (Scorpiones: Buthidae) [Preprint]. Research Square.

Prendini, L., Bird, T. L., Carvalho, L. S., Blasco-Aróstegui, J., Moreno-González, J. A., Loria, S. F., Nguyen, A. D., Barahoei, H., & Haddad, C. R. Include scorpions in global conservation plans. Science.

Abbasi, M., Shahi, M., Barahoei, H., Hanafi-Bojd, A. A., Banagozar Mohammadi, A., Alizadeh, M., Farmani, M., Khayatzadeh, S., Gerami, K., Badzohreh, A., & others. Assessing the burden of scorpionism: Epidemiological trends and health outcomes in Northwest of Iran. PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases.

Barahoei, H., Farmani, M., Shahi, M., Yousefi, S., Rahmani, F., & Abbasi, M. New records of Androctonus Ehrenberg 1828 from East Azarbaijan Province, Iran (Scorpiones: Buthidae). Iranian Journal of Animal Biosystematics.

Bagheri, S., Barahoei, H., & Mohammadi, S.  Epidemiological study of snakebites and scorpion stings in Sistan: A descriptive study. Journal of Rafsanjan University of Medical Sciences.

Susanne Neufang | AI in Life Science Research | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Susanne Neufang | AI in Life Science Research | Editorial Board Member

University of Cologne | Germany

PD Dr. rer. nat. Susanne Neufang is a highly accomplished researcher with a strong record of scientific productivity and impact, demonstrated through 52 publications, including indexed and collaborative works across cognitive neuroscience, psychiatry, neuroimaging, and machine-learning–driven mental health research. Her contributions have earned a significant global footprint, reflected in a total citation count of 2,479 and an impressive h-index of 27, underscoring the consistent influence and recognition of her research within the scientific community. In addition, she holds an i10-index of 50, highlighting the breadth of her impactful publications that have gained substantial scholarly attention. Her work spans innovative areas such as functional and structural brain connectivity, developmental neuroimaging, executive function research, anxiety disorders, ADHD, and advanced machine-learning approaches through large international consortia including PRONIA and ENIGMA. The depth of her expertise is reflected in numerous high-quality articles addressing neurobiological mechanisms, biomarkers, and computational modeling across psychiatric and neurodevelopmental conditions. With a research trajectory enriched by interdisciplinary collaborations and substantial scientific contributions, she exemplifies a researcher whose publication metrics reflect both productivity and sustained scientific relevance in the fields of neuroscience, psychiatry, and data-driven mental health research.

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Featured Publications

Kong, L., Yang, C., Neufang, S., Beyan, O. D., & Boukhers, Z.  EMORL: Ensemble multi-objective reinforcement learning for efficient and flexible LLM fine-tuning. arXiv.

Neuner, L. M., Weyer, C., Kambeitz-Ilankovic, L., Korda, A., Dwyer, D., Antonucci, L. A., Kambeitz, J., Upthegrove, R., Salokangas, R. K. R., Hietala, J., … Neufang, S. Decoding psychosis risk: Neuroanatomical correlates of the NAPLS-2 calculator in the PRONIA cohort. Schizophrenia Bulletin.

Neufang, S., Li, F., Akhrif, A., & Beyan, O. D. Toward a fair, gender-debiased classifier for the diagnosis of attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder: A machine-learning based classification study. BMC Medical Informatics and Decision Making.

Korda, A., Lencer, R., Sprenger, A., Meyhöfer, I., Dannlowski, U., Romer, G., Kambeitz-Ilankovic, L., Kambeitz, J., Lichtenstein, T., Rosen, M., … Neufang, S. Brain texture alterations predict subtle visual perceptual dysfunctions in recent-onset psychosis and clinical high-risk state [Preprint]. Research Square.

Buciuman, M. O., Haas, S. S., Antonucci, L. A., Sarisik, E., Khuntia, A., Lichtenstein, T., Rosen, M., Kambeitz, J., Pantelis, C., Lencer, R., … Neufang, S. From snapshots to stable outcomes: rs-fMRI-based prognosis of functioning in patients with psychosis risk or recent-onset depression. Biological Psychiatry.

Tao Yuan | Regenerative Medicine | Editorial Board Member

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Tao Yuan | Regenerative Medicine | Editorial Board Member

Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University | China

Tao Yuan is an emerging spine-surgery researcher whose academic record reflects strong clinical training and a rapidly advancing scientific profile, supported by a total of 7 research documents listed in this CV. The quality and impact of the publications suggest early yet meaningful contributions across biomaterials, spinal cord repair, tissue engineering, and regenerative medicine. His work spans cutting-edge areas such as biomimetic multichannel silk nerve conduits, injectable silk fibroin hydrogels, advanced cartilage scaffolds, and 3D-printed hemostatic materials, demonstrating a rare ability to integrate clinical need with material innovation. As a doctoral researcher trained under prominent supervisors at Central South University and during joint research at the Wenzhou Institute, he has independently completed high-impact projects including the construction of bionic spinal cord, long bone, and tracheal structures. His publications in top-tier journals—Advanced Materials, Advanced Functional Materials, Materials Today Bio, and ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering—highlight his capacity for innovation and leadership in regenerative biomaterials. Overall, his profile shows strong trajectory, interdisciplinary expertise, and significant potential for high-impact contributions to orthopedic and spinal tissue engineering research.

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Featured Publications

Zhou, K., Yuan, T., Wang, S., Hu, F., Luo, L., Chen, L., & Yang, L. Beyond natural silk: Bioengineered silk fibroin for bone regeneration.

Zhu, Z., Ma, K., Yuan, T., Li, B., Liu, L., & Bai, Y. Spinal cord injury repair: Mechanisms, applications, and prospects of hydrogel therapies.

Yuan, T., Li, W., Zhou, M., Wang, X., Wang, B., & Zhao, Y. Biomimetic multichannel silk nerve conduits with multicellular spatiotemporal distributions for spinal cord injury repair.

Zhou, M., Yuan, T., & Shang, L. 3D printing of naturally derived adhesive hemostatic sponge.

Shen, K., Duan, A., Cheng, J., Yuan, T., Zhou, J., Song, H., Chen, Z., Wan, B., Liu, J., Zhang, X., et al. Exosomes derived from hypoxia-preconditioned mesenchymal stem cells laden in a silk hydrogel promote cartilage regeneration via the miR-205-5p/PTEN/AKT pathway.

Onike Mcharo | Reproductive Health | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Onike Mcharo | Reproductive Health | Best Researcher Award

The University of Dodoma | Tanzania

Ms. Onike Mcharo has built a strong profile as a social scientist contributing extensively to public health, economics, sociology, and community-based research in Tanzania. Her work spans critical areas such as NTDs, WASH, HIV/AIDS, maternal health, nutrition, behavior change communication, adolescent health, inclusive education, women’s empowerment, and gender-based violence. She has played integral roles in major national and international research initiatives, including hand hygiene intervention trials, helminth infection control studies, menstrual health and well-being programs, and non-communicable disease peer-counseling interventions. Her expertise includes project management, stakeholder engagement, qualitative research, capacity building, financial management, and monitoring and evaluation, supported by strong analytical and communication skills. She has collaborated widely with multidisciplinary teams and led diverse community engagement activities that enhance research translation and policy relevance. Although the CV provides bibliometric indicators, the h-index 4, total 10 documents, and 57 citation counts  within the provided record. Her academic background in public health, financial management, economics, and sociology complements her practical experience, enabling her to support rigorous data collection, analysis, and reporting across complex public health projects.

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Featured Publications

Makata, K., Kinung’hi, S., Hansen, C., Ayieko, P., Sichalwe, S., Mcharo, O., Ensink, J., Dreibelbis, R., Rockowitz, S., Okello, E., Grosskurth, H., & Kapiga, S. Hand hygiene intervention to optimize helminthic infection control among school-aged children in NW Tanzania: Design and results of Mikono Safi—An ongoing school-based cluster-randomised controlled trial in NW Tanzania.

Okello, E., Mcharo, O., Makata, K., Kinung’hi, S., Grosskurth, H., Kapiga, S., & Dreibelbis, R. Engaging parents to support hand hygiene for reduction of helminth infection: Practical experience from an on-going trial in North West Tanzania.

Okello, E., Kapiga, S., Grosskurth, H., Makata, K., Mcharo, O., Kinung’hi, S., & Dreibelbis, R. Factors perceived to facilitate or hinder handwashing among primary students: A qualitative assessment of the Mikono Safi intervention schools in NW Tanzania.

Barrington, D. J., Sindall, R. C., Chinyama, A., Morse, T., Sule, M. N., Beale, J., Kativhu, T., Krishnan, S., Luwe, K., Malolo, R. D., Mcharo, O., Odili, A., Ravndal, K. T., Rose, J., Shaylor, E., & Wozei, E. Amplifying local voices to reduce failure in the water, sanitation and hygiene sector [Research brief]. WASH Failures Team, Royal Academy of Engineering, Global Challenges Research Fund.

Kisigo, G. A., Mcharo, O. C., Robert, J. L., Peck, R. N., Sundararajan, R., & Okello, E. S. (n.d.). Understanding barriers and facilitators to clinic attendance and medication adherence among adults with hypertensive urgency in Tanzania. Manuscript in preparation.

Jindarat Pariyothon | Ecosystem Health | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Jindarat Pariyothon | Ecosystem Health | Best Researcher Award

Silpakorn University | Thailand

Dr. Jindarat Pariyothon has established a solid research profile in atmospheric physics, focusing on topics such as solar radiation, atmospheric water vapour, aerosol optical depth and air-pollution processes. Her work spans studies on the effect of aerosol optical depth on ultraviolet radiation, modelling atmospheric precipitable water in Thailand, and characterising hygroscopic growth of sub-micrometre aerosols at multiple sites in Thailand. According to Scopus, she has authored 1 publications, accumulated 8 citations and has an h-index of 2. Her publications include “Estimation of Atmospheric Precipitable Water in Thailand using an Artificial Neural Network” and “Hygroscopic Growth Factors of Sub-micrometer Atmospheric Aerosols at Four Selected Sites in Thailand”, the latter receiving at least 3 citations. Her technical skill-set is strong, including programming in IDL, familiarity with trajectory modelling (HYSPLIT), use of statistical and origin software and experience with meteorological/air-quality model frameworks (WRF/WPS/MMIF). Combined with her teaching and research assistant background, her publication record and citation profile highlight her emerging contributions in atmospheric remote sensing and solar/atmospheric environmental physics.

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Featured Publications

Pariyothon, J., Bualert, S., Choomanee, P., Rungratanaubon, T., Thongyen, T., Fakkaew, N., Phuetfoo, C., Phupijit, J., & Szymanski, W. W. Hygroscopic growth factors of sub-micrometer atmospheric aerosols at four selected sites in Thailand. Aerosol and Air Quality Research.

Buntoung, S., Janjai, S., Pariyothon, J., & Nunez, M. Distribution of precipitable water over Thailand using MTSAT-1R satellite data. Science, Engineering and Health Studies.

Buntoung, S., Janjai, S., Nunez, M., Pattarapanitchai, S., Nimnuan, P., & Pariyothon, J.  Spatial and temporal changes of precipitable water vapour in Thailand. Physical Geography.

Jayateertha Diwan | Genetics | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Jayateertha Diwan | Genetics | Best Researcher Award

University of Agricultural Sciences | India

Dr. Jayateertha R. Diwan has made exceptional contributions to agricultural genetics and plant breeding, focusing on rice crop improvement, molecular breeding, and the integration of genomic tools in agronomic research. His Scopus profile lists an h-index of 5, over 17 peer-reviewed documents, and more than 98 citations, reflecting his strong scientific influence in plant molecular genetics and crop biotechnology. He has published widely in reputed journals such as Frontiers in Physiology, Crop and Pasture Science, and Current Genetics, with recent papers addressing genome-wide association studies, quantitative trait loci mapping, and the genetic basis of stress tolerance and nutrient efficiency in rice. He has also authored book chapters on genome editing and phytoremediation and participated in collaborative projects with institutions including the Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics, Hyderabad. Beyond his research output, Dr. Diwan has guided numerous postgraduate and doctoral students and led nationally funded projects from DST-SERB, DBT, and RKVY focusing on molecular characterization and sustainable agricultural systems. His consistent record of scholarly excellence, mentorship, and scientific leadership places him among the leading researchers in the field of genetics and plant breeding in India.

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Featured Publications

Diwan, J. R., Mahadevaswamy, Patil, S., Bhanu, D., Devi, K. L., Hegde, S. N., Krishnaraj, P. U., Namitha, R., Pradhan, B. B., & Vashisht, D. (2025). Genome characterization of Acinetobacter species from the rice rhizosphere: A potential plant growth promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR).

Kavyashree, N. M., Diwan, J. R., Mahantashivayogayya, K., Lokesha, R., & Naik, N. M. Micro-morphological diversity of rice (Oryza sativa L.) as seen under foldscope.

Kariyanna, B., Prabhuraj, A., Mohan, M., Bheemanna, M., Kalmath, B., Pampanna, Y., & Diwan, J. R. Insecticide usage pattern and evolution of resistance in eggplant shoot and fruit borer, Leucinodes orbonalis Guenée (Lepidoptera: Crambidae) in India. ,

Umar Farooq, M. S., Diwan, J. R., Mahantashivayogayya, K., Kulkarni, V. V., & Shakuntala, N. M. Genetic evaluation of rice (Oryza sativa L.) genotypes for yield and nutritional quality traits. Journal of Experimental Biology and Agricultural Sciences,

Muniswamy, S., Lokesha, R., Yamanura, R., Ramesh, R., & Diwan, J. R. Stability for disease, genotype × environment interaction for yield and its components in pigeonpea [Cajanus cajan (L.) Millsp.].

Friedrich Jung | Radiologie | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Friedrich Jung | Radiologie | Best Researcher Award

Brandenburg University of Technology | Germany

Prof. Dr. Friedrich Jung is a distinguished molecular cell biologist and biomedical engineer whose research has profoundly influenced the fields of biomaterials, hemorheology, and regenerative medicine. He currently serves in an advisory capacity at the Technical University of Brandenburg, following a prolific tenure as Head of the Department of Biointerface Engineering at the Center for Biomaterial Development and the Berlin Brandenburg Center for Regenerative Therapies (BCRT). Over his illustrious career, Dr. Jung has produced an extensive body of work comprising 684 peer-reviewed publications, 216 book chapters, and 16 edited or co-edited volumes, reflecting his exceptional scientific productivity. His research has earned him an impressive h-index of 44, supported by over 10,106 citations and more than 554 scientific documents, underscoring the global impact of his scholarly contributions. Dr. Jung’s pioneering studies have advanced understanding in areas such as biomaterial hemocompatibility, tissue engineering, and endothelial cell biology. Notable works include investigations into thrombogenicity testing of biomaterials, endothelialization of hydrophobic polymers, and metabolic modeling using CYP-overexpressing cell lines. Recognized internationally, he has been honored with prestigious awards such as the Robin Fahraeus Award, the Otfried-Müller Award, and the Oskar Orth Award, reflecting his outstanding contributions to biomedical science and clinical hemorheology.

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Featured Publications

Jung, F., et al. High-resolution contrast-enhanced ultrasound with SRCEUS for assessing the intrahepatic microvasculature and shunts in patients with hereditary haemorrhagic teleangiectasia (Osler’s disease). Life.

Jung, F., et al.  Super-resolution contrast-enhanced ultrasound examination down to the microvasculature enables quantitative analysis of liver lesions: First results. Life.

Schulz, C., Stegen, S., Jung, F., & Küpper, J.-H. Mono-CYP CHO model: A recombinant Chinese hamster ovary cell platform for investigating CYP-specific tamoxifen metabolism. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 26(9),

Jung, F., et al. Intraoperative contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) with time intensity curve (TIC) analysis for better assessment of liver tumor margins.

Xiaohui Wang | Nursing Science | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Xiaohui Wang | Nursing Science | Best Researcher Award

Affiliated Hospital of Chengdu University | China

Xiaohui Wang serves as Professor, Chief Nurse, and Director of the Nursing Department at the Affiliated Hospital and Clinical Medical College of Chengdu University, where she also mentors postgraduate students. Her research focuses on nursing management, workforce development, occupational mental health, and evidence-based clinical practice. Prof. Wang has authored peer-reviewed papers in high-impact journals such as BMC Nursing and Geriatric Nursing and contributed to advancing nursing standards through innovative teaching and clinical initiatives. She has successfully led multiple funded research projects under provincial and municipal health authorities, serving as Principal Investigator in areas like professional identity, burnout mitigation, and infection prevention. Her research achievements are supported by a growing body of citations, with an 1 Scopus-indexed documents, In addition to publications, she has developed patented nursing devices, including ergonomic and safety-enhanced hospital equipment adopted in clinical practice. As a recognized expert for hospital accreditation and senior nursing title evaluation, Prof. Wang’s leadership extends to quality assurance and policy implementation in healthcare institutions. Her sustained scholarly output and applied innovations have made her a key contributor to the modernization of nursing science and clinical excellence in China.

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Featured Publications

Wang, X. Comprehensive geriatric assessment for older adults admitted to the hospital as emergencies: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Geriatric Nursing (New York, N.Y.), 64, 103374.

Wang, X. Workplace bullying and professional identity among male nurses: The mediating role of work engagement and the moderating effect of fear of negative evaluation. BMC Nursing, 24(1), 1294.