Betul Akdal Dolek | Global Health | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Betul Akdal Dolek | Global Health | Best Researcher Award

Ankara Bilkent City Hospital | Turkey

Dr. Betul Akdal Dolek is a radiologist at Ankara Bilkent City Hospital, specializing in abdominal imaging, diffusion-weighted MRI, quantitative CT, and oncologic imaging. She obtained her medical degree from Ankara University and completed her radiology residency at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital. With an h-index of 6, Dr. Dolek’s scholarly record includes 11 SCI/Scopus-indexed publications and numerous conference presentations. Her work has garnered over 160 citations (as per Google Scholar).  She has significantly contributed to quantitative MRI and CT research, focusing on imaging biomarkers for metabolic, inflammatory, and oncologic diseases. Notably, she participated in the COST Action “A Comprehensive Network Against Brain Cancer”, advancing biomarker protocols for glioblastoma imaging. Her publications cover diverse radiologic fields, including the reliability of O-RADS MRI scoring, coronary calcium quantification, and perfusion imaging in acute kidney injury. Dr. Dolek has also authored the book “Hard Decisions in Intensive Care Unit” and serves as a reviewer in national research committees. Actively collaborating in multidisciplinary radiology-oncology teams and invited as a speaker at ESR and TMRD congresses, she continues to enhance diagnostic precision and innovation in modern radiology practice.

Profiles: Scopus | Orcid | Google Scholar 

Featured Publications

Akkurt Acar, D., Cilengir, A. H., Balaban, M., Camur, E., Akdal Dolek, B., & Isıksalan Ozbulbul, N. Diaphragmatic crus indentation to the renal artery: Is it a new etiology for renovascular hypertension in adults? Northwestern Medical Journal.

Kılıckap, G., Akdal Dolek, B., Kaya, S., & Cevik, N. İ. Reliability, reproducibility, and potential pitfalls of the O-RADS scoring with non-dynamic MRI. Acta Radiologica.

Akdal Dolek, B., Sozmen Ciliz, D., Ozdemir, N., Ozet, G., & Duran, S. Comparative analysis of whole-body diffusion-weighted imaging and PET/CT in metastasis detection: A prospective study. Cureus, 16(11), e74756.

Kılıçkap, G., Akdal Dolek, B., Cevik, N. İ., Bahadır, G. K., Tekdemir, H., & Vural, M. Time difference for the presence of coronary calcium in those with and without coronary risk factors and statin use. Acta Cardiologica, 79(7), 787–795.

Vural, M., Akdal Dolek, B., Kılıckap, G., Bahadır, G. K., & Gunes, Y. C. Epicardial adipose tissue (EAT) thickness on non-gated chest CT as an alternative to EAT volume on cardiac CT. Acta Radiologica, 65(6),

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.