Ms. Ammazia Hanif | Infectious Diseases | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Ammazia Hanif | Infectious Diseases | Best Researcher Award

University of Tsukuba | Japan.

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🎓Education

Ammazia Hanif is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in International Public Policy at the University of Tsukuba (2022–2025). She previously earned a Master of International Public Policy (MIPP) from Tsukuba in 2022 and holds an MBA from the University of Central Punjab, Pakistan (2007).

💼Professional Experience

With extensive experience in both public administration and the banking sector, Ammazia served as a Planning Officer/Assistant Director at the Planning & Development Department, Punjab (2015–2020), where she contributed to policy planning and development projects. Prior to this, she worked as a Customer Services Operations Manager at United Bank Limited (2006–2012), gaining valuable expertise in financial operations and customer relations.

📚Academic Contributions

Ammazia’s research primarily focuses on public health and policy. She has published work on clean water and child health in Water Resources and Economics. Additionally, she has authored working papers on sanitation & child health, women’s anemia, and behavioral preferences in healthcare. Her academic journey includes research assistant roles at JIRCAS, Tsukuba, Ritsumeikan University, and Global Health Studies, where she contributed to various interdisciplinary projects.

🧑‍🔬Technical Skills 

Ammazia is proficient in statistical and GIS tools, including Stata, QGIS, R (basic), Google Earth Engine (basic), and LaTeX. She has hands-on experience in survey design, questionnaire development, and impact evaluation, making her well-equipped for data-driven policy research.

📚Teaching Experience

In addition to her research, Ammazia has been actively involved in academia as a Teaching Assistant at the University of Tsukuba, where she has taught Microeconomics, Data Science, GIS, and Globalization. She has also worked as an Economics Subject Teacher at Liberty International School, Tsukuba, demonstrating her commitment to education and knowledge dissemination.

🏆Awards and Honors

Ammazia’s academic excellence and research contributions have been recognized with several prestigious awards, including the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) DC2 Fellowship, Kubota Fund Scholarship (2023–2024), Joint Japan World Bank Scholarship (2020–2022), and the Outstanding Master’s Thesis Award (PEPP, Tsukuba, 2022).

🔬Research Interests

Her research interests lie at the intersection of Health & Sanitation Economics, Public Policy & Development, and Environmental Sustainability. Through her work, she aims to develop impactful policies that address critical global challenges in public health and environmental sustainability.

📑Notable Publications 

“The Benefit of Clean Water on Child Health: An Empirical Analysis with Specific Reference to Escherichia Coli Water Contamination”

Authors: Ammazia Hanif, Yuko Nakano, Midori Matsushima

Publication Year: 2024

Journal: Water Resources and Economics

“The Impact of Access to Improved Sanitation Facilities on Child Health in Pakistan”

Authors: Ammazia Hanif, Yuko Nakano, Midori Matsushima

Publication Year: 2022

Journal: Tsukuba Economics Working Papers

Ms. Chen Xue | Chest infections | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Chen Xue | Chest infections | Best Researcher Award

Nanjing Medical University | China.

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🎓EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Ms. Chen Xue graduated from Nanjing Medical University with a master’s degree in Medical Imaging and Nuclear Medicine. During her academic journey, she developed a strong foundation in advanced radiological techniques and diagnostic methodologies, setting the stage for her specialized career in medical imaging.

💼PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Ms. Chen serves in the Department of Radiology at Nanjing Brain Hospital, where she specializes in the diagnosis of central nervous system (CNS) and chest infection lesions. Her work combines clinical precision and innovation, addressing complex cases with an interdisciplinary approach that ensures accurate and effective patient care.

🔬CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS ON DIAGNOSIS OF INFECTIOUS DISEASES

Ms. Chen’s research focuses on improving the diagnostic accuracy of infectious diseases, particularly those affecting the CNS and respiratory system. By integrating advanced imaging technologies with novel diagnostic protocols, she is making significant strides in early detection and management of these conditions.

🌍IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

Through her work, Ms. Chen has enhanced global medical practices, particularly in the domain of infection-related imaging. Her contributions to radiological diagnostics are influencing healthcare policies and inspiring collaborations among specialists across disciplines.

📚ACADEMIC CITES

Ms. Chen has authored and co-authored numerous SCI-indexed papers, which are frequently cited in leading scientific journals. These works focus on innovative diagnostic techniques and their application in infectious diseases, highlighting her expertise and thought leadership.

🏆RESEARCH GRANTS AND FUNDING

Ms. Chen has secured significant research grants to support her pioneering work in radiological imaging and its application to infectious disease diagnostics. These funds enable her to explore new technologies and methodologies that improve diagnostic precision.

🦠LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

Ms. Chen is dedicated to shaping the future of medical imaging. She envisions the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning into radiological practices to enhance the speed and accuracy of infectious disease diagnosis. Her commitment to mentoring young radiologists ensures her enduring impact on the field.

🌟A VISIONARY IN INFECTIOUS DISEASES

Ms. Chen Xue is a visionary leader in the field of infectious disease diagnostics, merging clinical expertise with innovative research. Her work is paving the way for more effective diagnostic tools and personalized treatment options, addressing global healthcare challenges.

📑NOTABLE PUBLICATIONS 

“Chlamydia psittaci pneumonia – evolutionary aspects on chest CT”

Authors: Yang, N., Ou, Z., Sun, Q., Wu, J., Xue, C.
Publication Year: 2025
Journal: BMC Infectious Diseases

“MRI-Negative Temporal Lobe Epilepsy: A Study of Brain Structure in Adults Using Surface-Based Morphological Features”

Authors: He, Y., Huang, Y., Guo, Z., Xiao, C., Chai, X.
Publication Year: 2024
Journal: Journal of Integrative Neuroscience

“Directed Functional Connectivity Changes of Triple Networks for Stable and Progressive Mild Cognitive Impairment”

Authors: Zheng, D., Ruan, Y., Cao, X., Huang, Q., Xue, C.
Publication Year: 2024
Journal: Neuroscience

“Shared and Specific Changes of Cortico-Striatal Functional Connectivity in Stable Mild Cognitive Impairment and Progressive Mild Cognitive Impairment”

Authors: Ruan, Y., Zheng, D., Guo, W., Xue, C., Xiao, C.
Publication Year: 2024
Journal: Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease

“Progressing researches on brain structural magnetic resonance in the conversion from stable to progressive mild cognitive impairment | 轻度认知障碍稳定型向进展型转化的脑结构磁共振成像研究进展”

Authors: Zheng, D., Xue, C., Huang, Q.
Publication Year: 2024
Journal: Chinese Journal of Behavioral Medicine and Brain Science