Laura Umfleet | Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Laura Umfleet | Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at Medical College of Wisconsin, United States

Dr. Laura Glass Umfleet, Psy.D., ABPP (CN), is an accomplished clinical neuropsychologist and Associate Professor of Neurology at the Medical College of Wisconsin. With expertise in adult cognitive disorders, especially neurodegeneration and congenital conditions, she is nationally certified by the American Board of Professional Psychology. Dr. Glass Umfleet serves as an editorial board member and an international leader in data-sharing initiatives. Her contributions span clinical practice, academic mentorship, and scientific collaboration, reinforcing her commitment to advancing neuropsychology through research, education, and open science initiatives. 🌍🧠📚

Publication Profile

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Academic background

Dr. Glass Umfleet earned her B.S. in Psychology with a Biology minor in 2006 and an M.S. in Psychology in 2008 from the University of Central Missouri. She completed her Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from Roosevelt University, Chicago, in 2012 with APA accreditation. Her predoctoral internship at the University of Florida focused on neuropsychology, followed by a postdoctoral fellowship in Clinical Neuropsychology at the Medical College of Wisconsin and the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center. Her educational journey reflects a strong foundation in clinical and cognitive neuroscience. 🎓📖🧬

Professional Experience

Since 2014, Dr. Glass Umfleet has served at the Medical College of Wisconsin as a Clinical Neuropsychologist, advancing to Associate Professor in 2021. She is also an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Her clinical, academic, and leadership roles reflect her deep involvement in patient care, teaching, and research. Her professional path includes national and international presentations, peer-reviewed workshops, and active roles in neuropsychology organizations, positioning her as a respected expert in her field. 🏥📊👩‍🏫

Awards and Honors

Dr. Glass Umfleet’s professional recognition includes board certification in Clinical Neuropsychology by ABPP and editorial positions, such as Associate Editor for the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease. She has been selected for numerous leadership roles in international neuropsychology societies, including chairing the INS WINDS SIG and serving on committees focused on student mentorship and open science. Her involvement in editorial reviews and scientific programs reflects high standing and trust in her scholarly expertise. 🏅🧠🌟

Research Focus

Dr. Glass Umfleet’s research focuses on cognitive functioning in aging and neurological conditions, including Alzheimer’s disease and adult congenital heart disease. She explores digital neuropsychological assessment, cognitive subtypes, and psychometric methods through collaborative networks like the National Neuropsychology Network. As Chair of INS WINDS, she champions data sharing and precision neuropsychology. Her work bridges clinical insight and innovative methodologies, promoting open science and advancing the field’s understanding of brain-behavior relationships. 🧪🧩💻

Publication Top Notes

🧠 Changes in cerebrovascular reactivity within functional networks in older adults with long-COVID

Year: 2025 | 🧬🧓🦠🧠 Frontiers in Neurology

🧪 Computerized adaptive test strategies for the matrix reasoning subtest of the Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale, 4th Edition (WAIS-IV)

Year: 2024 | Cited by: 1 | 📊🧠📈📘 Journal of the International Neuropsychological Society

Conclusion

Dr. Laura Glass Umfleet is an exemplary clinical neuropsychologist whose sustained research productivity, innovative methodologies, and impactful publications over nearly two decades underscore her status as a leading figure in the field. Her national and international influence is evident through her leadership roles in global initiatives like the WINDS SIG and ACHD/Neuro Working Group, as well as frequent invited presentations at top-tier conferences. Board-certified by the ABPP and serving as Associate Professor at the Medical College of Wisconsin, Dr. Umfleet pairs academic excellence with clinical relevance. Her dedication to mentoring, editorial service, and advancing open science in neuropsychology further cements her as a highly deserving recipient of a Best Researcher Award.

 

Prof. Dr. Vicente Vanaclocha | Medicine | Lifetime achievement Award

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Prof. Dr. Vicente Vanaclocha | Medicine | Lifetime achievement Award

Full Professor, University of Valencia, Spain

Dr. Vicente Vanaclocha-Vanaclocha  is a renowned Spanish neurosurgeon with over four decades of clinical and academic experience. Recognized for his dedication to advancing neurosurgical techniques, he serves as a Consultant Neurosurgeon at Consorcio Hospital General Universitario de Valencia and a Professor of Neurosurgery at the University of Valencia. Known for his work in spine surgery, brain tumors, and peripheral nerves, he remains an influential figure in both national and international neurosurgical communities.

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🎓 Education Background:

Dr. Vanaclocha began his medical journey at the School of Medicine, Universidad de Valencia (1977–1982), earning his MD degree. He completed his neurosurgery specialization at Hospital Clínico Universitario de Valencia (1983–1987) and pursued a PhD in Neurosurgery from Universidad de Valencia, awarded in 1988. In addition to his medical training, he holds advanced language qualifications: C1 German from Goethe Institut, C1 English from the University of Cambridge, and C2 Català from Junta Qualificadora de Coneiximents de Valencia.

💼 Professional Experience:

His illustrious career includes leadership roles such as Head of Neurosurgery at Clinica Universidad de Navarra (1989–1999) and Consorcio Hospital General Universitario de Valencia (2011–2015). He has also practiced at international institutions, including Groote Schuur Hospital in South Africa (1988–1989), enriching his global neurosurgical perspective. He continues to work in private practice at Hospital Vithas Valencia 9 de Octubre and has previous experience in other prominent hospitals across Spain.

🏅 Awards and Honors:

Dr. Vanaclocha is a respected member of prestigious professional societies, including the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) since 2017, North American Spine Society (NASS) since 2009, European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS) since 1989, and Sociedad Española de Neurocirugía (SENEC) since 1987. His extensive memberships reflect international recognition of his professional contributions.

🔬 Research Focus:

His research interests span neurosurgery with a specific focus on sacroiliac joint pain, spinal biomechanics, peripheral nerve regeneration, and brain tumor treatment. His recent studies emphasize innovations in implant design, spinal motion preservation, and cerebrospinal fluid management in hemorrhagic conditions.

📝 Conclusion:

Dr. Vicente Vanaclocha-Vanaclocha is a pioneering figure in neurosurgery, blending clinical expertise with innovative research and multilingual communication skills. His impact on spinal surgery and neurotrauma continues to shape both academic inquiry and practical medicine in Europe and beyond.

📚 Top Publications:

Effect of Ti6Al4V Alloy Surface and Porosity on Bone Osseointegration: In Vivo Pilot Study in Rabbits
Materials, 2025
 Cited by: Articles on Crossref (citation data pending as it’s recently published)

Dental Implant with Porous Structure and Anchorage: Design and Bench Testing in a Calf Rib Model Study
Materials, 2025
 Cited by: Articles on Crossref (citation data pending)

New Subperiosteal Dental Implant Design with Finite Element Analysis and Mechanical Validation: A Design Validation Study
Materials, 2025
Cited by: Articles on Crossref (citation data pending)

Can a single basal cistern urokinase bolus help to prevent subarachnoid hemorrhage consequences?
Heliyon, 2024
 Cited by: Articles on Crossref (citation data pending)

Prevertebral Anchored Kevlar Band to Recover Intact Spine Movement Ranges in Lumbar Disc Arthroplasty
Biomedical Materials & Devices, 2024
 Cited by: Articles on SpringerLink (citation data pending)

Dr. Alexander Vaccaro | Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Alexander Vaccaro | Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

President, Rothman Orthopaedics, United States

Dr. Alexander Richard Vaccaro, M.D., Ph.D., F.A.C.S., is a globally renowned orthopaedic spine surgeon and a pioneer in spinal cord injury research. He serves as the Chairman of Orthopaedics at Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and the President of the Rothman Institute. With decades of expertise in orthopaedic and neurosurgical advancements, he has played a pivotal role in developing innovative treatments for spinal disorders. His dedication to clinical research, surgical education, and leadership has earned him prestigious awards and global recognition.

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🎓 Education

Dr. Vaccaro’s academic journey reflects excellence in medicine, surgery, and business leadership. He graduated Summa Cum Laude in Biology from Boston College (1983), followed by an M.D. from Georgetown University School of Medicine (1987). His surgical internship at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center (1988) and orthopaedic residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital (1992) laid the foundation for his career. Further specializing in spine surgery, he completed a Spine Fellowship at the University of California, San Diego (1993). He also earned a Ph.D. from the University of Utrecht, Netherlands (2007) and an MBA from Temple University Fox School of Business (2015), receiving the Dean’s Certificate of Excellence.

💼 Experience

Dr. Vaccaro has over three decades of experience in orthopaedic surgery, neurosurgery, and spinal cord injury treatment. Since 2014, he has been the Chairman of Orthopaedics at Sidney Kimmel Medical College and the Endowed Richard H. Rothman Professor and Chairman of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. His long-standing association with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital includes roles as Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery (since 2000) and Professor of Neurosurgery (since 2005). He is also the Co-Director of the Spine Fellowship Program, the Regional Spinal Cord Injury Center of Delaware Valley, and the Reconstructive Spine Service at Rothman Institute. His leadership in spine surgery innovation, education, and research has significantly impacted the field.

🏆 Awards and Honors

Dr. Vaccaro has received numerous prestigious awards for his contributions to spinal surgery and clinical research. Notably, he was the President and Founder of the Association for Collaborative Spine Research (2013). His research excellence has been recognized with the Best Paper Award (2012), the Outstanding Clinical Research Paper (2011), and the Louis A. Goldstein Award for Best Clinical Poster Presentation (2011). His North American Spine Society Top 10 Best Abstracts Award (2011) and multiple international accolades highlight his significant contributions to the field.

🔬 Research Focus

Dr. Vaccaro’s research centers on spinal cord injuries, cervical and lumbar spine disorders, surgical advancements, and spinal biomechanics. His groundbreaking studies have influenced clinical decision-making, surgical techniques, and patient outcomes in orthopaedic and neurosurgical spine treatment. He has led multicenter studies on cervical spondylotic myelopathy, spinal cord trauma, and adjacent segment disease, shaping modern spine surgery practices worldwide.

🔚 Conclusion

Dr. Alexander R. Vaccaro is a visionary leader in spine surgery and orthopaedic research. His exceptional academic background, extensive clinical experience, groundbreaking research, and prestigious accolades make him a trailblazer in spinal cord injury treatment. Through his innovations in spine surgery, mentorship of future surgeons, and relentless pursuit of medical advancements, he continues to transform global spine care and orthopaedic research. 🚀

📖 Publications

Stingers—A Review of Current Understanding and Management – Applied Sciences, 2025 🔗 DOI: 10.3390/app15073510

Epidemiology of Spinal Cord Injury and Associated Mortality, Past and Present. Is There a Difference? – World Neurosurgery, 2024 🔗 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2024.10.009

Cellular Bone Matrix Leading to Disseminated Tuberculosis After Spinal Fusion – JBJS Case Connector, 2023 🔗 DOI: 10.2106/JBJS.CC.23.00047

The Role of Exercise in the Alleviation of Neuropathic Pain Following Traumatic Spinal Cord Injuries: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis – Neurospine, 2023 🔗 DOI: 10.14245/ns.2346588.294

Complete Versus Incomplete Surgical Resection in Intramedullary Astrocytoma: Systematic Review with Individual Patient Data Meta-Analysis – Global Spine Journal, 2023 🔗 DOI: 10.1177/21925682221094766

Ms. tianyu zhou | Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. tianyu zhou | Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Editor, Disease Control And Prevetion, China

Zhou Tianyu is a dedicated researcher in the field of pharmacology, specializing in drug safety evaluation and molecular pharmacology. Born in Weinan City, Shaanxi Province, China, she has an extensive background in pharmacy and biomedical research. With a strong passion for scientific exploration, she has actively contributed to multiple national research projects, focusing on drug mechanisms, adverse drug reactions, and bioinformatics analysis. Her research expertise includes PCR, Western blot, flow cytometry, and serum pharmacology, making her proficient in both experimental operations and data analysis.

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🎓 Education

Zhou Tianyu earned her Master’s degree in Pharmacy from Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine (2021-2024), where she studied advanced courses such as Pharmacology, Medicinal Chemistry, and Molecular Biology. She also completed her undergraduate studies at the same institution (2017-2021), gaining in-depth knowledge of Organic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, and Natural Drug Chemistry. Her academic journey has equipped her with strong theoretical and practical skills in pharmaceutical sciences.

🏆 Experience

Throughout her research career, Zhou Tianyu has been involved in numerous prestigious projects. She contributed to the study of donkey-hide gelatin’s role in regulating alveolar macrophage transformation in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) based on the TLR/NF-κB/L-arginine signaling axis. She successfully built a COPD mouse model and conducted inflammation studies using RAW264.7 cells. Additionally, she worked on mining adverse drug reactions from the FAERS database, leading to a published article in Scientific Reports. Her industrial experience includes internships at Xi’an Zhengda Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. and Beijing Union Jianhao Pharmaceutical Technology Development Co., Ltd., where she specialized in drug processing, safety evaluation, and archives management.

🏅 Awards and Honors

Zhou Tianyu’s academic excellence has been recognized with the Third-Class Postgraduate Scholarship (2022). She has also actively participated in social service and professional activities, earning the title of “Excellent Volunteer” in the “Serving the Society, Caring for Health” Free Clinic (2017-2018) and at the 13th Shaanxi Province Games (2018). Furthermore, she secured third place in the “Shennong Painting Hundreds of Herbs—Chinese Medicine Painting Exhibition” and held leadership roles in her university’s Youth League Organization.

🔍 Research Focus

Her research interests include drug safety evaluation, bioinformatics, network pharmacology, and molecular mechanisms of drug action. She has contributed significantly to studying the anti-pulmonary fibrosis effects of Prismatomeris connata extract using spatially resolved metabolomics. She also explored hepatotoxicity mechanisms in Polygonum multiflorum through network toxicology. Her expertise extends to allergy research, where she investigated inflammatory mediator responses in RBL2H3 cells.

📝 Conclusion

Zhou Tianyu is an ambitious and skilled researcher with a strong foundation in pharmacology, data analysis, and experimental methodologies. Her ability to integrate bioinformatics with laboratory research has contributed to high-impact publications and drug safety assessments. With her keen analytical mind and collaborative nature, she continues to explore innovative pharmaceutical solutions while striving for excellence in drug research and evaluation.

📚 Publications

Spatially resolved metabolomics visualizes heterogeneous distribution of metabolites in lung tissue and the anti-pulmonary fibrosis effect of Prismatomeris connata extract. 

Unraveling the mechanism of ethyl acetate extract from Prismatomeris connata Y. Z. Ruan root in treating pulmonary fibrosis: insights from bioinformatics, network pharmacology, and experimental validation. 

 Inegrated spatially resolved metabolomics and network toxicology to investigate the hepatotoxicity mechanisms of component D of Polygonum multiflorum Thunb. 

Jocelyn Finn| Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Jocelyn Finn| Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Physiotherapist, University of the Witwatersrand, South Africaca

🧑‍⚕️ Jocelyn Banbury is a dedicated and experienced physiotherapist with a comprehensive background in treating critical and post-operative patients. With a robust education and diverse professional experience across several esteemed institutions, Jocelyn has honed her skills in physiotherapy, first aid, and life support training. Her commitment to the healthcare sector is reflected in her active participation in various professional bodies and continuous education in advanced medical courses.

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Education

MSc Physiotherapy (Incomplete), University of the Witwatersrand (WITS), 2018 – Current. BSc Physiotherapy, University of the Witwatersrand (WITS), 2007 – 2010. ECMO Training, Ascendis Medical, 2019. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, Medical Minds, 2016. OMT1, SASP (OMPTG Special Interest Group), 2015. CPT1, SASP (CPRG Special Interest Group), 2014. Assessor – Health and Welfare SETA, H.E.A.R.T. Solutions, 2015. BLS / First Aid Instructor, Medical Minds, 2011. Basic Ambulance Assistant – Basic Life Support Medic, St John Ambulance, 2008 – 2009. Matric, St Mary’s School for Girls – Waverly, 2001 – 2005

Experience

💼 Royal Free Hospital: Physiotherapist (Bank), November 2020 – Present. Managed treatment and rehabilitation of ITU and medical ward patients, including COVID-19 patients. Maurice Valente Physiotherapy: Physiotherapist, March 2020 – September 2020. Treated ICU, medical, and post-operative surgical patients. Plani, Laidler, Fleishman, Sklaar & Associates Physiotherapy: Physiotherapist, 2014 – February 2020 (2012 – 2013 Locum). Specialized in ICU and cardiothoracic physiotherapy, supervised WITS students, and assisted in trauma surgery. Bertha Gxowa Hospital: Physiotherapist / Acting Head of Department, 2011 – 2013. Managed the physiotherapy department, drafted policies, and coordinated departmental moves. Medical Minds: Instructor, 2012 – 2018. Provided first aid and CPR training. Lancet Laboratories: Lab Assistant, 2006 – 2007. Conducted general lab administration and blood tests.RealCheck: Administrator, 2006 – 2007. Verified vehicle credentials and managed enquiries.

Research Interests

: Jocelyn Banbury has a strong interest in critical care physiotherapy, with a focus on the rehabilitation of critically ill patients, particularly those in ICU settings. Her involvement in developing and implementing cardiac post-operative exercise programs highlights her commitment to advancing physiotherapy practices and improving patient outcomes.

Awards

While specific awards are not listed in her CV, Jocelyn Banbury’s distinguished career and various certifications in advanced medical training demonstrate her dedication to professional excellence and continuous learning. Her contributions to physiotherapy, particularly in critical care and cardiothoracic specialties, are highly regarded by her peers and institutions she has been associated with.

Publications

Jocelyn Banbury’s publications are not explicitly listed in the provided CV. For further details on her research and publications, please contact her directly at finnjos@gmail.com.