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.

Igor Shirolapov | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Igor Shirolapov | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award 

Dr. Igor V. Shirolapov is an accomplished neuroscientist and physician, serving as Head of the Laboratory of Translational Research and Personalized Medicine at Samara State Medical University. With expertise spanning applied neuroscience, neurophysiology, immunology, and translational medicine, he has authored the scientific publications and contributed to innovative research in neurorehabilitation, digital health, and neuroimmune communication. His academic and clinical background reflects a strong commitment to advancing personalized approaches in healthcare and bridging science with practical applications.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Igor Shirolapov | Samara State Medical University | Russia

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Education

Igor Shirolapov holds a PhD in Medicine and has earned the academic title of Associate Professor. He also possesses certificates of specialization in practical medical disciplines in the fields of therapy, clinical immunology, and allergology, strengthening his expertise in both clinical practice and academic research.

Experience

He serves as the Head of the Laboratory of Translational Research and Personalized Medicine at the Research Institute of Neurosciences, Samara State Medical University, and is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physiology. Over his career, Igor Shirolapov has built extensive experience in clinical activities, scientific research, academic lecturing, and administrative responsibilities. He has contributed significantly to applied neuroscience, neurophysiology, and immunophysiology through teaching, publications, and leadership roles in both research and education.

Awards and Recognition

Igor Shirolapov has been recognized through authorship of more than one hundred scientific publications, including peer-reviewed articles, educational and methodological works, patents, and intellectual property certificates. His role as a participant and performer of scientific grants highlights his contributions to advancing translational and personalized medicine. He is also an active member of both international and Russian scientific societies and organizations, reflecting his standing in the scientific community.

Skills and Expertise

He combines a broad set of skills encompassing clinical medicine, neurophysiology, immunology, and pharmacology. His expertise extends to medical rehabilitation, applied neuroscience, and immunopharmacology, supported by practical and academic proficiency. Igor Shirolapov is skilled in scientific writing, research methodology, and project execution, with strong capabilities in leading laboratory teams and mentoring future professionals.

Research Focus 

His research interests are centered on applied neuroscience and neurophysiology, immunophysiology and immunopharmacology, as well as the study of age-associated, neurodegenerative, and stress-induced changes in humans. His work emphasizes translational and personalized medicine, with a focus on understanding biological processes and applying these insights to clinical rehabilitation and patient care.

Research Projects

Dr. Igor V. Shirolapov’s research projects span innovative areas of neuroscience and personalized medicine, including the development of smart e-textiles for digital health monitoring, the use of virtual reality technologies for cognitive rehabilitation in multiple sclerosis, investigations into the link between sleep deprivation and oxidative stress, exploration of vibration stimulation as a non-pharmacological method to modulate neural and immune communication, and the application of neurofeedback techniques to improve sleep quality and manage insomnia.

Publications

Raman liquid biopsy: a new approach to the multiple sclerosis diagnostics
Authors: Neupokoeva A., Bratchenko I., Bratchenko L., Khivintseva E., Shirolapov I., Shusharina N., Khoimov M., Zakharov V., Zakharov A.
Journal: Frontiers in Neurology

Cognitive rehabilitation in multiple sclerosis: effectiveness and potential of virtual reality technologies. A review
Authors: Igor V. Shirolapov, Alexander V. Zakharov, Natalia P. Romanchuk, Yuliya S. Komarova, Mariya S. Sergeeva, Anna A. Shishkina, Elena V. Khivintseva, Irina A. Sharafutdinova
Journal: Bulletin of Rehabilitation Medicine

Sleep Deprivation and the Development of Oxidative Stress in Animal Models
Authors: O. P. Bukareva, O. N. Pavlova, D. S. Gromova, A. V. Zakharov, I. V. Shirolapov
Journal: Neuroscience and Behavioral Physiology

Approaches to Non-Pharmacological Modulation of Neural and Immune Communication: Therapeutic Potential of Vibration Stimulation
Authors: Igor V. Shirolapov, Olga N. Pavlova, Olga N. Gulenko, Polina M. Moskvitina
Journal: Kazan Medical Journal

The potential of neurofeedback control in treating insomnia and improving sleep quality (a systematic review)
Authors: A.V. Zakharov, I.V. Shirolapov
Journal: S.S. Korsakov Journal of Neurology and Psychiatry

Conclusion

Through his diverse and forward-looking research, Dr. Shirolapov integrates neuroscience, digital health technologies, and personalized medicine to address pressing challenges in neurology and rehabilitation. His work not only contributes to academic advancement but also paves the way for innovative, patient-centered therapies that can transform clinical practice and improve global health outcomes.