Mr. Jing Zhang | Biomedical Signal Processing | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Jing Zhang | Biomedical Signal Processing | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Jing Zhang | lecturer | Taiyuan University of Science and Technology | China

Jing Zhang is a dedicated researcher and lecturer at the School of Electronic Information Engineering, Taiyuan University of Science and Technology, China. His research primarily focuses on signal processing, emotion recognition, and video coding and transmission, with a strong interdisciplinary approach bridging neuroscience, artificial intelligence, and communication systems. His innovative work in multimodal neural signal analysis leverages EEG and fNIRS data to explore causal brain connectivity and emotional decoding. By integrating Granger causality with deep learning architectures such as convolutional and graph convolutional networks, as well as attention mechanisms, his research contributes significantly to affective computing and brain–computer interface (BCI) applications. Dr. Zhang has published several high-impact papers in reputed international journals indexed in SCI and Scopus, with over 75 citations and an h-index of 6 on Google Scholar, reflecting the growing influence and recognition of his work in the scientific community. His research outcomes demonstrate both theoretical and practical implications for advancing emotion-aware technologies, neuroadaptive systems, and hybrid video transmission models. His scholarly contributions include publications in prestigious journals such as IEEE Transactions on Circuits and Systems for Video Technology and Frontiers in Neuroscience.

Featured Publications 

Zhang, J., Zhang, X., Chen, G., Huang, L., & Sun, Y. (2022). EEG emotion recognition based on cross-frequency Granger causality feature extraction and fusion in the left and right hemispheres. Frontiers in Neuroscience, 16, 974673.

Zhang, J., Wang, A., Liang, J., Wang, H., Li, S., & Zhang, X. (2018). Distortion estimation-based adaptive power allocation for hybrid digital–analog video transmission. IEEE Transactions on Circuits and Systems for Video Technology, 29(6), 1806–1818.

Zhang, J., Zhang, X., Chen, G., & Zhao, Q. (2022). Granger-causality-based multi-frequency band EEG graph feature extraction and fusion for emotion recognition. Brain Sciences, 12(12), 1649.

Chen, G., Zhang, X., Zhang, J., Li, F., & Duan, S. (2022). A novel brain-computer interface based on audio-assisted visual evoked EEG and spatial-temporal attention CNN. Frontiers in Neurorobotics, 16, 995552.

Li, P., Yang, F., Zhang, J., Guan, Y., Wang, A., & Liang, J. (2020). Synthesis-distortion-aware hybrid digital analog transmission for 3D videos. IEEE Access, 8, 85128–85139.

Roba Ganayem | Health Sciences | Pioneer Researcher Award

Ms. Roba Ganayem | Health Sciences | Pioneer Researcher Award

Ms. Roba Ganayem Ben, Gurion University, Israel.

Roba Ganayem is a highly motivated and adaptable healthcare professional with a strong academic background and hands-on clinical experience. Fluent in Hebrew, Arabic, and English, she has worked across several medical institutions, excelling in both patient care and medical device sales. Her ability to learn independently and communicate effectively has enabled her to deliver high-impact presentations and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams. With a passion for patient education and a drive for professional growth, Roba has also contributed to key academic research in gastroenterology. Her blend of clinical and commercial expertise makes her a unique asset in the healthcare sector.

Publication Profile

ORCID

🎓 Education Background

Roba Ganayem holds a Master of Science (M.A.) degree in Gerontology, specializing in “Care Management” with a thesis component from the Faculty of Health Sciences, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (2020–2023). She also earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.N) between 2014 and 2018 and a Bachelor of Arts in Health Systems Management (B.A) from the same university from 2011 to 2014. Her multidisciplinary educational foundation empowers her with a holistic view of healthcare, combining managerial, clinical, and gerontological perspectives that enrich her patient-centered approach and research capabilities.

🩺 Professional Experience

Roba’s professional career spans both hospital settings and the medical device industry. Since June 2025, she has served as a Medical Device Sales and Marketing Representative at Biotech Staff, Getter Group. Previously, she worked as a nurse in the Gastroenterology Institute at Herzliya Medical Center (2023–2024) and at Assuta Hospital, Tel Aviv (2018–2022). Her nursing roles covered operating rooms, admissions, and recovery, with responsibilities in patient identification, medication administration, and surgical assistance. Her experience also includes cardiothoracic and vascular surgeries, making her a well-rounded clinician with technical acumen and leadership in medical environments.

🏅 Awards and Honors

While specific awards are not listed, Roba Ganayem has demonstrated recognition through her involvement in peer-reviewed publications and her selection for specialized training courses such as “CRA+GCP” and heart failure care. These opportunities reflect her professional integrity and ongoing commitment to excellence. Her academic engagement in thesis-driven graduate studies and participation in advanced clinical training programs show that she is held in high regard by institutions and peers, continually striving for innovation and best practices in healthcare service delivery and research.

🔬 Research Focus

Roba Ganayem’s research interests center on patient education, gastrointestinal health, and evidence-based care strategies. She has co-authored impactful articles on colonoscopy preparation and clinical guideline comparisons in Lynch Syndrome. Her interdisciplinary collaborations with professionals from gastroenterology and clinical medicine demonstrate her ability to bridge clinical practice with academic research. With a clear focus on improving patient outcomes through enhanced communication and systematic care models, Roba contributes meaningfully to the evolving fields of preventive medicine and patient-centered healthcare.

🧾 Conclusion

Roba Ganayem is a dynamic healthcare professional whose academic qualifications, multilingual communication skills, and diverse clinical experience have shaped her into a competent and compassionate contributor to the medical field. Her move into medical device marketing reflects her versatility and ambition. Through continuous learning, hands-on clinical care, and research, she demonstrates a well-rounded profile dedicated to patient welfare and scientific advancement. Roba’s trajectory suggests a promising future in both clinical leadership and health innovation.

📚 Top Publications

Title: Enhancing Patient Education for Colonoscopy Preparation: Strategies, Tools, and Best Practices
Journal: Journal of Clinical Medicine
Published: June 19, 2025
Cited by: 7 articles (as per Crossref/Google Scholar at latest)


Title: Lynch Syndrome: Similarities and Differences of Recommendations in Published Guidelines
Journal: Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Published: March 2025
Cited by: 12 articles (as per Crossref/Google Scholar at latest)