Arslan Amin | Infectious Diseases Prevention | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Arslan Amin | Infectious Diseases Prevention | Best Researcher Award

Arslan Amin | Huazhong University of Science and Technology | China

Arslan Amin is a distinguished researcher and communication professional with expertise in media studies, digital communication, health communication, and political communication. His research focuses on the intersections of media, technology, and societal well-being, with a particular emphasis on the impact of social media, media bias, and digital innovations on public perception and behavior. He has published extensively in internationally recognized journals, contributing to critical discourse on AI-driven mental health interventions, racial discrimination and healthcare access, and the influence of deepfake media on political ideology and polarization. His work demonstrates a strong commitment to evidence-based analysis and the application of communication theory to contemporary societal challenges. Beyond publications, Arslan has led and contributed to numerous media projects, including documentaries, news reporting, educational programming, and public awareness campaigns, reflecting his ability to translate research into practical outcomes. He has presented his findings at international academic conferences, engaging with global scholarly communities to advance knowledge in journalism, media studies, and health communication. Arslan’s contributions have been recognized through editorial responsibilities, professional certifications, and leadership roles in collaborative research initiatives, underscoring his dedication to fostering innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and ethical communication practices. With expertise in research methodology, media analysis, and digital communication strategies, he continues to shape the field of communication studies while addressing critical societal issues through rigorous, impactful research.

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Featured Publications

Amin, A., Hong, Y., & Mazhar, B. (2025). The influence of social media deepfake images on political ideology and polarization: The mediating roles of cognitive load and confirmation bias. Journal of Visual Literacy, 44(3), 321–339.

Amin, A., Amin, S., & Ali, S. (2021). GEO News coverage is more biased than ARY News coverage regarding Panama leaks by viewers’ perception. Media and Communication Review, 1(2), 1–18.

Amin, A., Mazhar, B., & Amin, S. (2025). Mental health effects of online gaming: A mediation–moderation model of connectedness and screen time. Mental Health and Digital Technologies.

Amin, A., Hong, Y., & Mazhar, B. (2025). Enhancing AI-driven mental health solutions: The role of social support in Wysa’s effectiveness for stress management and anxiety reduction among international medical students. International Journal of Human–Computer Interaction, 1–16.

Amin, A. (2025). Racial discrimination and its effects on hypertension and healthcare access among African Americans: A critical race theory approach. Journal of African American Studies, 29(2), 253–271.

Amel Bouzabata | Treatment for Infectious Diseases | Best Paper Award

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Prof. Amel Bouzabata | Treatment for Infectious Diseases | Best Paper Award

Professor | Badji-Mokhtar University | Algeria

Prof. Amel Bouzabata is a distinguished researcher and academic at Université Badji Mokhtar – Annaba, Algeria, recognized for her expertise in analytical chemistry, phytochemistry, and antioxidant studies. She obtained her Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry from the same university in 2014, where she developed an early interest in the metabolic profiling of natural compounds and the bioactive evaluation of medicinal plants. Over the years, Prof. Bouzabata has built a strong academic and research portfolio focused on natural product analysis, chromatographic techniques, and high-resolution mass spectrometry (HR-LC-ESI-Orbitrap-MS). Her professional experience includes teaching undergraduate and postgraduate chemistry courses, supervising graduate theses, and participating in interdisciplinary research projects that link chemistry with pharmacology and environmental science. She has collaborated with international researchers to explore the biochemical diversity of regional flora, contributing to several peer-reviewed publications in Scopus-indexed and Q1 journals such as Antioxidants and Journal of Natural Products. Her research interests extend to metabolomics, chemometric analysis, and the discovery of novel antioxidant and antimicrobial compounds from natural sources. Prof. Bouzabata’s research skills include advanced chromatographic separation, spectral interpretation, multivariate data analysis, and the use of bioassay-guided fractionation for compound identification. She has received institutional recognition for her scientific contributions and is actively involved in promoting research capacity development among young scientists in Algeria. Through mentorship and collaboration, she has strengthened the university’s research visibility and global academic partnerships. Prof. Bouzabata continues to pursue innovative approaches to natural compound characterization, integrating analytical precision with biological relevance to address emerging scientific and health challenges. Her dedication to high-quality research and international collaboration underscores her growing influence in chemical and biological sciences. Prof. Amel Bouzabata has achieved 420 total citations across 15 published research documents, demonstrating a consistent scholarly impact with an h-index of 11, based on 376 citing documents in Scopus.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus | ORCID

Publications

1. Bouzabata, A., Montoro, P., Gil, K. A., Piacente, S., et al. (2022). HR-LC-ESI-Orbitrap-MS-Based metabolic profiling coupled with chemometrics for the discrimination of different Echinops spinosus organs and evaluation of their antioxidant activity.

2. Bouzabata, A. (2015). Contribution à l’étude d’une plante médicinale et aromatique Myrtus communis L. Faculté de Médecine, Université Badji-Mokhtar, Annaba, Algérie.

3. Bouzabata, A., Bighelli, A., Abed, L., Casanova, J., & Tomi, F. (2014). Composition and chemical variability of Eucalyptus bosistoana essential oil from Algerian Sahara. Natural Product Communications, 9(5), 1934578X1400900530.

4. Bouzabata, A., & Yavuz, M. (2019). Médecine traditionnelle et ethnopharmacologie en Algérie: de l’histoire à la modernité. Ethnopharmacologia.

5. Bouzabata, A., & Boukhari, A. (2014). Variation in the traditional knowledge of Curcuma longa L. in North-Eastern Algeria. International Journal of Biological, Veterinary, Agricultural and Food Engineering.

 

Mr. Xiangao Jiang | Infectious Diseases Prevention | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Xiangao Jiang | Infectious Diseases Prevention | Best Researcher Award

Wenzhou Sixth People’s Hospital | China.

Author Profile

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🎓Education

Master’s Degree – Wenzhou Medical College

💼Professional Experience

Mr. Jiang has held several key leadership positions in the healthcare sector. He serves as the Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee at Wenzhou Central Hospital and previously led as the President of the Sixth People’s Hospital of Wenzhou. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he played a critical role as the Leader of the COVID-19 Treatment Team in Wenzhou, ensuring effective patient care and outbreak control. Additionally, he led the Wenzhou Medical Team in Shanghai, where he also served as the Temporary Party Branch Secretary, overseeing medical operations and emergency response efforts.

📚Academic Contributions

Mr. Jiang has made significant contributions to medical research, with 17+ SCI-indexed publications and over 30 articles in Chinese medical journals. He has also served as an editor of two medical books, further advancing knowledge in infectious disease management. His research efforts extend to national and provincial projects, where he has played a key role in developing innovative healthcare solutions and public health strategies.

🧑‍🔬Technical Skills 

Mr. Xiangao Jiang possesses advanced expertise in infectious disease diagnosis and treatment, specializing in managing hepatitis, chronic liver diseases, tuberculosis, and other critical infections. His proficiency extends to critical care management, where he has played a key role in handling complex and severe infectious disease cases. Additionally, his strong leadership in medical administration and public health response has been demonstrated through his roles in hospital management, pandemic control, and policy implementation, ensuring effective healthcare delivery and crisis management.

📚Teaching Experience

Tutor for postgraduate students at Wenzhou Medical University & Shanghai University

🏆Awards and Honors

Mr. Jiang’s outstanding contributions to medicine and healthcare have earned him the prestigious titles of Wenzhou Famous Doctor and Ou Yue Famous Doctor. His leadership and expertise have also been recognized through his selection as a Health Leading Talent under Zhejiang Province’s “Ten Thousand People Plan”, a distinction awarded to top professionals making significant impacts in their fields.

🔬Research Interests

Mr. Jiang’s research focuses on hepatitis and chronic liver diseases, with an emphasis on understanding disease progression and developing effective treatment strategies. He is also deeply engaged in infectious disease epidemiology, studying patterns and risk factors to enhance prevention and control measures. Additionally, his work in public health and outbreak management has contributed to improving emergency response strategies and healthcare policies, particularly in the face of emerging infectious threats.

📑Notable Publications 

‘Difference of clinical characteristics in patients with reinfection and primary infection variants of SARS-CoV-2: a retrospective study in China’
Authors: C. Qiu, Chaochao; X. Lin, Xiaoqing; Q. Zhang, Qiang; J. Shi, Jichan; X. Jiang, Xiangao
Year: 2025
Journal: BMC Infectious Diseases

‘Risk factors for multidrug resistance in pulmonary tuberculosis patients with diabetes mellitus’
Authors: L. Wu, Lianpeng; N. Chen, Na; D. Xia, Dandan; X. Jiang, Xiangao
Year: 2025
Journal: Frontiers in Medicine

 ‘Drug resistance in drug-resistant tuberculosis patients with and without diabetes mellitus: a comparative analysisy’
Authors: X. Cai, Xiaoxiao; X. Xu, Xueqin; G. He, Guiqing; X. Jiang, Xiangao; L. Wu, Lianpeng
Year: 2024
Journal: BMC Infectious Diseases

‘Discordant results between Xpert MTB/RIF assay and Bactec MGIT 960 culture system regarding the detection of rifampin-resistant Mycobacterium tuberculosis isolates in Wenzhou, China‘

Authors: G. He, Guiqing; Q. Zheng, Qingyong; J. Wu, Jing; X. Jiang, Xiangao; X. Yu, Xia
Year: 2024
Journal: Microbiology Spectrum

Gerardo Guillen Nieto | Pandemic preparedness | Best Researcher Award

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Gerardo Guillen Nieto | Pandemic preparedness | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Gerardo Guillen Nieto, Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, Cuba.

Dr. Gerardo Guillen Nieto is a distinguished researcher specializing in pandemic preparedness and infectious disease management. Renowned for his innovative work in vaccine development and immunology, Dr. Guillen has significantly contributed to global health initiatives, leading critical studies that have informed public health policies and improved response strategies for emerging infectious threats. His dedication to advancing medical research and his impactful publications have earned him prestigious recognitions, including the Best Researcher Award for his exemplary contributions to pandemic readiness and prevention.

Profile:

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Education

Dr. Gerardo Guillen Nieto holds a B.Sc. in Chemistry (1986) and an M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry from Odessa University, Ukraine, and earned his Ph.D. in Biological Sciences from Havana University in 1995. He has been recognized as a Senior Researcher since 2001 and was appointed Full Professor at Havana University in 2018 and at the Latin American School of Medicine in 2019. His exceptional career also includes being named a Distinguished Professor-at-Large at the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China in 2018. Dr. Guillen is a respected member of both the Cuban Academy of Science (since 2012) and the World Academy of Science (since 2022), showcasing his international acclaim and contributions to the field.

 

Experience 

Since 1998, Dr. Gerardo Guillen Nieto has held the prominent position of Director of Biomedical Research at the Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology in Havana, Cuba. In this role, he has led groundbreaking research initiatives, overseeing a wide range of projects focused on genetic engineering and biotechnological advancements that have had a substantial impact on public health and biomedical sciences both nationally and internationally.

 

Conclusion

In conclusion, Dr. Gerardo Guillen Nieto’s extensive career is marked by profound contributions to the fields of vaccine development and biotechnological research, showcasing a commitment to advancing global health. His leadership at the Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, along with his academic roles and membership in prestigious scientific organizations, underscore his influence in scientific innovation and education. Dr. Guillen’s impressive body of work, recognized through numerous awards and over 270 published scientific articles, highlights his dedication to combating some of the most pressing medical challenges of our time. His expertise and contributions have left an indelible mark on both the scientific community and public health initiatives worldwide.

Top Note Publications

Title: Carcinogenic Effect of Human Tumors-Derived Cell Free-Filtrates in Nude Mice

Authors: Gerardo Guillen et al.
Journal: Preprint
Year: 2023

Title: The effects of Phycocyanobilin on experimental arthritis involve the reduction in nociception and synovial neutrophil infiltration, inhibition of cytokine production, and modulation of the neuronal proteome

Authors: Gerardo Guillen et al.
Journal: Frontiers in Immunology
Year: 2023

Title: Intranasal HBsAg/HBcAg-Containing Vaccine Induces Neutralizing Anti-HBs Production in Hepatitis B Vaccine Non-Responders

Authors: Gerardo Guillen et al.
Journal: Vaccines
Year: 2023

Title: Endogenous Biological Drivers in Diabetic Lower Limb Wounds Recurrence: Hypothetical Reflections

Authors: Gerardo Guillen et al.
Journal: International Journal of Molecular Sciences
Year: 2023

Title: Reflections on Endogenous Biological Drivers in Diabetic Lower Limb Wounds Recurrence

Authors: Gerardo Guillen et al.
Journal: Preprint
Year: 2023