Neha Vats | Medical Physics | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Neha Vats | Medical Physics | Best Researcher Award

Heidelberg University | Germany

Dr. Neha Vats is a postdoctoral researcher in Medical Imaging and Spectroscopy at the Central Institute of Mental Health, Mannheim, Germany, with a strong research foundation in MRI, CT, and multinuclear MRS. Her expertise lies in quantitative image analysis, medical image processing, and the development of advanced imaging protocols. She has contributed significantly to translational neuroimaging and oncology through the optimization of CT perfusion techniques and neurochemical imaging in psychiatric populations. Her scholarly output includes five peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals such as Scientific Reports and Magnetic Resonance Imaging, addressing topics like pancreatic CT perfusion standardization, perfusion model development, and machine-learning-based tumor differentiation. According to her Scopus profile, she has 5 documents, an h-index of 4, and 28 citations, reflecting strong research visibility and growing academic impact in biomedical imaging. Dr. Vats’s technical proficiency spans MATLAB, C++, perfusion mathematical modeling, and quantitative neuroimaging, with research interests focusing on advanced spectroscopy methods and metabolic brain characterization. Her ongoing projects on ME/CFS and aggression-related brain changes exemplify her commitment to integrating imaging physics with neuroscience for clinical translation and sustainable advancements in medical diagnostics.

Profiles: Scopus | Orcid | Research Gate 

Featured Publications

Vats, N., Mayer, P., Kortes, F., Klauß, M., Grenacher, L., Stiller, W., Kauczor, H.-U., & Skornitzke, S. Evaluation and timing optimization of CT perfusion first pass analysis in comparison to maximum slope model in pancreatic adenocarcinoma. Scientific Reports, 13, Article 10865.

Skornitzke, S., Vats, N., Mayer, P., Kauczor, H.-U., & Stiller, W. Pancreatic CT perfusion: Quantitative meta-analysis of disease discrimination, protocol development, and effect of CT parameters. Insights into Imaging, 14, Article 1471.

Vats, N., Sengupta, A., Gupta, R. K., Patir, R., Vaishya, S., Ahlawat, S., Saini, J., Agarwal, S., & Singh, A. Differentiation of pilocytic astrocytoma from glioblastoma using a machine-learning framework based upon quantitative T1 perfusion MRI. Magnetic Resonance Imaging, 97, 63–71.

Skornitzke, S., Vats, N., Kopytova, T., Tong, E. W. Y., Hofbauer, T., Weber, T. F., Rehnitz, C., von Stackelberg, O., Maier-Hein, K., & Stiller, W. Asynchronous calibration of quantitative computed tomography bone mineral density assessment for opportunistic osteoporosis screening: Phantom-based validation and parameter influence evaluation. Scientific Reports, 12, Article 20478

Abate Yesigat Taye | Life Sciences Innovation | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Abate Yesigat Taye | Life Sciences Innovation | Best Researcher Award

Hawassa University | Ethiopia

Dr. Abate Yesigat Taye, an Assistant Professor of Economics at Hawassa University, has demonstrated remarkable scholarly productivity and impact through his extensive research contributions. With an h-index of 1, 15 peer-reviewed publications, and over 220 citations, Dr. Abate’s work reflects consistent academic engagement in the fields of financial inclusion, gender and development, digital finance, and macroeconomic policy. His publications in reputed journals such as Diaspora Studies, African Journal of Science, Technology, Innovation and Development, and Advances in Agriculture highlight his expertise in econometric modeling, policy evaluation, and inclusive development strategies. Beyond publication output, Dr. Abate has served as principal investigator and consultant on numerous national and international projects, collaborating with government institutions, donor organizations, and academic partners to translate research into actionable policy. His leadership roles in academic coordination, curriculum development, and training programs further amplify his contribution to capacity building and socioeconomic advancement in Ethiopia. With strong quantitative research skills and an expanding citation footprint, Dr. Abate’s academic influence continues to grow, positioning him as a promising researcher whose future work is poised to contribute significantly to sustainable economic development and evidence-based policy innovation across Africa.

Featured Publications

Abebe, R., Yesigat, A., Afesha, N., Fedilu, A., Girma, M., Abayneh, Y., Welearegay, H., Mulatu, M., & Xiao, X. (2025). A cross‐sectional descriptive study on the challenges and prospects in livestock production and marketing in the pastoral areas: The case of South Omo Zone, Ethiopia. Advances in Agriculture, 2025(1), Article 5454471. https://doi.org/10.1155/aia/5454471

Bogale, M., Yesigat, A., Jibat, N., Hadis, S., & Tafese, T. (2024, December 18). How do governance conditions influence knowledge diaspora engagement in the development agenda of Ethiopia? Diaspora Studies. https://doi.org/10.1163/09763457-bja10131

Yesigat, A., & Awoke, W. (2024, November 9). Determinants of rural women economic empowerment: The case of Bahir Dar Zuria Woreda in Amhara Region, Ethiopia. African Journal of Science, Technology, Innovation and Development, 16(7), 929–939. https://doi.org/10.1080/20421338.2024.2398295

Yesigat, A., Bogale, M., Jibat, N., Hadis, S., & Tafese, T. (2024, July 11). Needs and potentials of professional diaspora engagement in knowledge, skills and technology transfer in Ethiopia. Diaspora Studies, 17(1), 1–23.

Iwona Polak | Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Iwona Polak | Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn | Poland

Iwona Polak, M.Sc. Eng., is a researcher at the University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Faculty of Biology and Biotechnology, specializing in the molecular biology of parasitic nematodes from the Anisakidae family. Her scientific contributions focus on unraveling the molecular and proteomic mechanisms of Anisakis simplex, a parasite of marine mammals that poses risks to human health. With 11 published journal papers indexed in Scopus and other scientific databases, she has developed a strong academic record supported by 75 citations on ResearchGate and 57 citations on Scopus, reflecting her growing influence in parasitology and molecular biology. Her h-index of 4 demonstrates the consistent impact of her research output within her field. Through advanced transcriptomic and proteomic analyses, particularly using NGS and LC-MS/MS approaches, Polak’s work provides key insights into host–parasite interactions and parasite adaptation mechanisms. She has collaborated internationally with the Marine Research Institute (IIM-CSIC) in Vigo, Spain, in proteomics research. With one ongoing research project and plans to defend her doctoral thesis in biological sciences, she continues to expand her scientific profile and contribute to developing innovative therapeutic and control strategies for anisakiasis.

Featured Publications

Polak, I., et al. (2025). Diversity, expression, and structural modeling of sugar transporters in Anisakis simplex s. s. L3 and L4 larvae: An in vitro and in silico study. BMC Genomics, 26, Article 12068.

Polak, I., et al. (2025). Coupled transcriptome and proteome analysis of L3 and L4 developmental stages of Anisakis simplex s. s.: Insights into target genes under glucose influence. BMC Genomics, 26, Article 12069.

Polak, I., et al. (2024). The response of Anisakis simplex (s. s.) to anthelmintics: Specific changes in xenobiotic metabolic processes. International Journal for Parasitology: Drugs and Drug Resistance, 19, 80–92.