Aleksandra Błachnio | Medicine | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Dr. Aleksandra Błachnio | Medicine | Research Excellence Award

Professor | Kazimierz Wielki University | Poland

Prof. Dr. Aleksandra Błachnio is a highly respected scholar in psychology, with a prolific publication record and substantial impact within gerontology, well-being, and social psychology. Her work includes 554 citations, numerous documents (books and articles), and reflects deep commitment to topics such as aging, quality of life in late adulthood, volunteerism among seniors, well-being, life satisfaction across the lifespan, tele-geriatrics, and cross-cultural analysis of psychological health. Her research interests span gerontology and aging psychology, quality-of-life and life-course studies, volunteer activity and social support in old age, psychological adjustment in later life, and mentalization and positive orientation in elderly patients. Among her core research skills are psychometric assessment, longitudinal and cross-sectional survey design, quality-of-life evaluation, social and health psychology methodology, and interdisciplinary analysis of aging and societal change. Her publications such as studies on “health in old age and patient approaches to telemedicine,” “volunteer activity in late adulthood,” and “subjective perception of life-course in old age and youth” showcase her dedication to improving elderly well-being and social inclusion. Her honors include academic recognition as a habilitated doctor in social sciences (psychology), and wide recognition among peers for her contributions to gerontological and social-psychological research. In conclusion, Aleksandra Błachnio stands out as a leading scholar whose enduring research enriches understanding of aging, social participation, and mental health — offering valuable insights for policymakers, healthcare providers, and communities working to enhance quality of life across generations.

Profiles: Scopus | Google Scholar | ResearchGate

Featured Publications

Ziolkowski, A., Blachnio, A., & Pachalska, M. (2015). An evaluation of life satisfaction and health–quality of life of senior citizens. Annals of Agricultural and Environmental Medicine, 22(1). Citations: 47

Litwic-Kaminska, K., Błachnio, A., Kapsa, I., Brzeziński, Ł., Kopowski, J., & others. (2023). Resilience, positivity and social support as perceived stress predictors among university students. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 20(19), 6892. Citations: 41

Błachnio, A. (2012). Starość non profit. In Wolontariat na Uniwersytetach. Citations: 37

Błachnio, A. (2012). Starość non profit: Wolontariat na Uniwersytetach Trzeciego Wieku w Polsce i na świecie. Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Kazimierza Wielkiego. Citations: 37

Błachnio, A. (2019). Potencjał osób w starości: Poczucie jakości życia w procesie starzenia się. Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Kazimierza Wielkiego. Citations: 31

Nasser Mousa | Public Health | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Nasser Mousa | Public Health | Best Paper Award

Professor | Mansoura University | Egypt

Prof. Dr. Nasser Hamed Mousa is a renowned Egyptian medical scientist and hepatologist, serving at the Egyptian Liver Research Institute and Hospital (ELRIAH), Mansoura, Egypt. With a Scopus record of 1,028 citations, 47 scientific publications, and an h-index of 16, he has made exceptional contributions to the fields of hepatology, gastroenterology, metabolic diseases, and translational medicine. Prof. Mousa earned his M.B.B.Ch., M.Sc., and Ph.D. in Hepatology and Gastroenterology from leading Egyptian medical universities, where he developed a strong foundation in internal medicine and liver pathology. Over the years, he has built an impressive professional career focusing on clinical hepatology, particularly viral hepatitis, liver fibrosis, cirrhosis, and hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). His research interests encompass liver disease surveillance, nanomedicine, cancer biology, and metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). Notably, his recent studies on individualized HCC risk stratification and gold nanoparticle-mediated cancer therapy have gained international recognition for their innovative clinical and molecular insights. Prof. Mousa’s research skills span molecular diagnostics, clinical trial design, bioinformatics-based network pharmacology, and predictive modeling for liver disease outcomes, reflecting his multidisciplinary expertise. His collaboration with national and international research teams underscores his leadership in evidence-based hepatology. Prof. Mousa has also contributed to advancing precision medicine approaches for patients with chronic liver disease, integrating laboratory science with clinical decision-making. Throughout his career, he has received numerous academic honors and institutional recognitions for his excellence in research, publication impact, and contribution to medical innovation. In conclusion, Prof. Dr. Nasser Hamed Mousa stands as a distinguished figure in liver research, embodying excellence in scientific inquiry, clinical innovation, and academic leadership, while his impactful body of work continues to influence global hepatology and improve patient outcomes in Egypt and worldwide.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID 

Featured Publications

  1. Mousa, N., Elbaz, S., Elmetwalli, A., Mansour, M., Abdelsalam, M., Abdelaziz, M., Hashem, M., El-Emam, O., El-wakeel, N., Elgamal, A., et al. (2025). A risk stratification score for predicting first episode of upper gastrointestinal bleeding in patients with cirrhosis. Archives of Medical Research.

  2. Mousa, N., Elmetwalli, A., Abdel-Razik, A., Mousa, E., Abdelsalam, M., Elbaz, S., El-wakeel, N., Eldars, W., Gad, E., Arafa, M., et al. (2025, September 15). Periodontitis and metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease: Emphasizing the clinical interplay between hepatologists and dentists. Odontology.

  3. Mousa, N., Elbaz, S., Elmetwalli, A., Abdelsalam, M., Abdelkader, E., Wahba, M., Abdelaziz, M., El-Emam, O., El-wakeel, N., Shaheen, M., et al. (2025, April 16). Neutrophil percentage-to-albumin ratio as a predictor of acute kidney injury in cirrhotic patients: A novel approach utilizing artificial intelligence. American Journal of Nephrology.

  4. Shiha, G., Mousa, N., Soliman, R., Mikhail, N. N. H., Elbasiony, M. A., & Khattab, M. (2020, July). Incidence of HCC in chronic hepatitis C patients with advanced hepatic fibrosis who achieved SVR following DAAs: A prospective study. Journal of Viral Hepatitis.

  5. Elbaz, S., Mousa, N., Besheer, T., Sheta, T., Taha, K., Awad, M., Effat, N., Elgamal, A., & Abdel-Razik, A. (2020, April 2). Malondialdehyde and C-reactive protein as prognostic markers of hepatocellular carcinoma. British Journal of Biomedical Science.

 

Hugh Sampson | Medicine | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Hugh Sampson | Medicine | Best Researcher Award

Professor of Pediatrics | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai | United States

Dr. Hugh A. Sampson, MD, is a distinguished physician-scientist and pediatric immunologist best known for his pioneering contributions in food allergy and immunopathogenesis, and is currently the Kurt Hirschhorn Professor of Pediatrics and Director Emeritus of the Jaffe Food Allergy Institute at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. He earned a B.A. in Biology from Hamilton College in 1971, then obtained his M.D. from SUNY Buffalo in 1975, followed by a pediatric residency at Northwestern University / Children’s Memorial Hospital and an allergy/immunology fellowship at Duke University (1978–1980). Over his career, he has held leadership roles including chairing the Section on Allergy & Immunology of the American Academy of Pediatrics, serving as past President of AAAAI, holding editorial board positions in leading allergy/immunology journals, and directing national food allergy research consortia. His research interests encompass the pathogenesis of food-induced anaphylaxis, the molecular and immunologic characterization of allergenic food proteins and epitopes, genetics and immune regulation in food allergy, development of precision diagnostics (e.g. epitope-specific IgE/IgG4 profiles), and immunotherapy strategies (oral, epicutaneous, sublingual, and biologics such as anti-IgE) as well as novel therapeutic approaches. His research skills include translational and clinical trial design, immunologic assays (e.g. epitope mapping, serologic biomarkers), mechanistic in vitro and in vivo models, bioinformatics integration, large cohort epidemiologic and registry studies, and mentoring interdisciplinary teams. Among his many awards and honors are election to the National Academy of Medicine (Institute of Medicine) in 2003, the Brett Ratner Award from the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Distinguished Scientist Award of AAAAI, memberships in honorary societies (Alpha Omega Alpha, Sigma Xi), and repeated recognitions from Research.com as a top immunology scientist. According to his institutional profile, his h-index (based on Scopus/Pure) is listed at ~85,982 (which appears anomalous and may reflect internal counting metrics), while bibliometric sources more conservatively report an h-index of ~147 with over 800+ publications; traditional citation counts exceed 100,000 across his work. In conclusion, Dr. Sampson’s career exemplifies a remarkable integration of basic immunology and clinical translation: his leadership, mentorship, and sustained high-impact scholarship have shaped the modern field of food allergy research, spawning diagnostic and therapeutic innovations and training generations of investigators in allergy and immunology.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID 

Featured Publications

  1. Rose, N. R., Milisauskas, V., & Sampson, H. A. (1975). Species-specific tissue antigens. III. Immunological relationships of enzymic antigens in various species. Clinical and Experimental Immunology, 20, 359–370.

  2. Sampson, H. A., & Buckley, R. H. (1981). Human IgE synthesis in vitro: A reassessment. Journal of Immunology, 127, 829–834.

  3. Rich, K. C., Sampson, H. A., Edwards, N. L., & Fox, I. H. (1981). Familial hypogammaglobulinemia with variable serum immunoglobulins: Concordance with lymphocyte ecto-5′-nucleotidase deficiency. American Journal of Diseases of Children, 135, 795–798.

  4. Sampson, H. A., Walchner, A., & Baker, P. (1981). Recurrent pyogenic infections in individuals with absence of the second component of complement. Journal of Clinical Immunology, 2, 39–45.

  5. LoGalbo, P. R., Sampson, H. A., & Buckley, R. H. (1982). Symptomatic giardiasis in three patients with X-linked agammaglobulinemia. Journal of Pediatrics, 101, 78–80.