Min Zhang | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Min Zhang | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Gansu Provincial Hospital | China

Dr. Min Zhang is a Consultant Physician and Deputy Head of the Second Neurology Department at Gansu Provincial Hospital, recognized as a Second-Tier Talent and an Outstanding Young Physician by the Chinese Association of Rehabilitation Medicine. Her research primarily focuses on neurological disorders such as cerebral infarction, cerebral hemorrhage, multiple sclerosis, neuromyelitis optica, Guillain-Barré syndrome, Parkinson’s disease, dementia, and peripheral neuropathy. She also specializes in minimally invasive botulinum toxin injections for movement disorders and spasticity management. Dr. Zhang has served as the principal investigator for two Gansu Provincial Natural Science Foundation projects and a hospital-level fund, and has participated in a provincial key research project. She has authored and co-authored over 10 scientific papers published in SCI-indexed and core Chinese medical journals, earning a Second Prize in the Gansu Medical Science and Technology Awards. Her publications collectively reflect her strong academic footprint, with an h-index of 6, 12 research documents, and over 120 citations, demonstrating her sustained contribution to advancing clinical neurology and neurorehabilitation research. Dr. Zhang also holds several professional appointments in national neurology and geriatric health associations, emphasizing her leadership in the field.

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Featured Publications

Zhang, M., Li, Y., Liu, F., & Wang, M. Enhanced precision in intracerebral hemorrhage modeling via methodological improvements and outcomes. Scientific Reports.

Ma, R., You, H., Liu, H., Bao, J., & Zhang, M.  Hesperidin: A citrus plant component plays a role in the central nervous system. Heliyon.

Lu, W., Wen, M., Li, Y., Liu, F., Li, Y., Zhang, H., & Zhang, M. Effects of visual feedback balance system combined with weight loss training system on balance and walking ability in the early rehabilitation stage of stroke: A randomized controlled exploratory study. Therapeutic Advances in Neurological Disorders.

Zhang, M., You, H., Zhang, H., Zhao, W., Han, T., Liu, J., Jiang, S., & Feng, X. Effects of visual feedback balance training with the Pro-kin system on walking and self-care abilities in stroke patients. Medicine.

Kurosh Djafarian | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Kurosh Djafarian | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award 

Prof. Kurosh Djafarian is a Professor of Nutrition and Vice Chancellor for Global Strategies and International Affairs at Tehran University of Medical Sciences. With extensive experience in academic leadership, clinical nutrition, and global collaborations, he has published over three hundred scientific papers and led numerous funded research projects. He is also an active member of leading national and international nutrition societies.

Prof. Kurosh Djafarian | Tehran University of Medical Sciences |  Iran

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Education

Prof. Kurosh Djafarian has pursued advanced education in the field of nutrition and public health. He holds a PhD in Human Nutritional Science and a Postgraduate Diploma in Human Nutrition and Metabolism from the University of Aberdeen, United Kingdom. Prior to this, he completed a Master’s degree in Public Health Nutrition at Tehran University of Medical Sciences and a Bachelor’s degree in Human Nutritional Science from Shahid Beheshti University in Iran. His academic foundation combines both national and international expertise in clinical and public health nutrition.

Experience

Prof. Djafarian is a distinguished faculty member at the School of Nutritional Sciences and Dietetics at Tehran University of Medical Sciences, where he has held several leadership roles. He has served as Vice Chancellor for Global Strategies and International Affairs of Tehran University of Medical Sciences and has also contributed as Deputy Dean and Vice Dean of the School of Nutritional Sciences and Dietetics. In addition, he has led the International College at Tehran University of Medical Sciences. Earlier in his career, he contributed to the School of Paramedical Sciences at the same university and also directed the Ilam Center for Nutrition Research at Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences. His career demonstrates a strong balance between teaching, research, and academic leadership.

Awards and Recognition

Prof. Djafarian is widely recognized in the field of nutrition, with more than three hundred scientific publications to his name. He has acted as a project leader in numerous funded research projects and continues to contribute as a member of scientific committees for national and international conferences. He is also a frequent reviewer for prominent journals in the field. His active membership in professional societies, including the American Society for Nutrition, further highlights his international standing.

Skills and Expertise

Prof. Djafarian possesses extensive skills in nutrition science, clinical nutrition, and public health. His expertise includes research design, leadership of large-scale projects, scientific writing, and academic mentorship. In addition to his research and teaching abilities, he has demonstrated strong administrative and leadership skills through his various roles in academic governance, international collaboration, and professional committees.

Research Focus 

Prof. Djafarian’s research spans a wide range of nutritional and metabolic topics. His key areas of focus include body composition, physical activity, sport nutrition, and clinical nutrition. He has investigated issues such as nutritional status, metabolic syndrome, energy expenditure, malnutrition, and basal metabolism. His work also emphasizes the role of indirect calorimetry, Vitamin D, diabetes, and insulin resistance in human health. By combining clinical studies, applied nutrition, and public health perspectives, his research contributes significantly to advancing global knowledge in nutrition science.

Research Projects

Prof. Kurosh Djafarian has served as the principal investigator and leader of more than fifty funded research projects in the field of nutrition and health sciences. His projects span a wide range of areas including body composition, clinical nutrition, public health, and sports medicine. He has directed studies on metabolic syndrome, malnutrition, diabetes, insulin resistance, and energy expenditure, with a strong focus on applying nutrition science to improve health outcomes at both clinical and population levels. His research also explores the role of Vitamin D and basal metabolism in human health, contributing to evidence-based approaches in nutrition policy, clinical practice, and lifestyle interventions.

Publications

A posteriori dietary patterns and risk of pancreatic and renal cancers: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Alizadeh, S.; Shab-Bidar, S.; Mohtavinejad, N.; Djafarian, K.
Journal: Nutrition and Food Science

A posteriori healthy dietary patterns may decrease the risk of central obesity: findings from a systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Rezagholizadeh, F.; Djafarian, K.; Khosravi, S.; Shab-Bidar, S.
Journal: Nutrition Research

Association between serum osteocalcin and body mass index: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Kord-Varkaneh, H.; Djafarian, K.; Khorshidi, M.; Shab-Bidar, S.
Journal: Endocrine

Association between sleep duration and osteoporosis risk in middle-aged and elderly women: A systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies
Authors: Moradi, S.; Shab-Bidar, S.; Alizadeh, S.; Djafarian, K.
Journal: Metabolism: Clinical and Experimental

Association of dietary patterns with diabetes complications among type 2 diabetes patients in Gaza Strip, Palestine: A cross sectional study
Authors: El Bilbeisi, A.H.; Hosseini, S.; Djafarian, K.
Journal: Journal of Health, Population and Nutrition

Conclusion

Prof. Kurosh Djafarian’s extensive body of research demonstrates a remarkable commitment to advancing nutritional sciences and improving public health. His projects have bridged clinical applications, sports nutrition, and metabolic health, creating impactful contributions that address both global and local challenges. By combining scientific rigor with practical solutions, he continues to influence policy, education, and healthcare practices, making him a highly respected leader and innovator in the field of nutrition.