Nasser Mousa | Public Health | Best Researcher Award

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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

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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.

 

 

Jack Ng Kok Wah | Public Health | Best Researcher Award | 1653

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Dr. Jack Ng Kok Wah | Public Health | Best Researcher Award

Senior Lecturer | Multimedia University Cyberjaya | Malaysia

Dr. Jack Ng Kok Wah is an accomplished academic and industry professional with more than three decades of experience across healthcare, banking, education, and marketing, establishing himself as a well-rounded leader in both practice and scholarship. He earned his Ph.D. in Business in 2023 from Universiti Malaya-Wales, where his research explored psychological factors influencing health protective behavior among private healthcare consumers and the mediating role of consumer innovativeness, integrating behavioral science with health and marketing. His academic foundation also includes an MBA in Marketing from Olympia College Kuala Lumpur (2004) and a BA (Hons) in Marketing Management from Stamford College, Petaling Jaya (2001). Professionally, Dr. Jack has served as Marketing Manager in leading organizations such as Sentosa Specialist Hospital Klang, Tung Shin Hospital, Columbia Leisure Group, AmBank, and CIMB Bank, where he specialized in marketing management, digital innovation, and strategic leadership. Transitioning into academia, he is now a Senior Lecturer at Multimedia University, Cyberjaya, Malaysia, where he combines industry expertise with academic rigor to guide future professionals. His research interests encompass digital marketing, consumer behavior, artificial intelligence in healthcare, marketing psychology, and the emerging role of robotics in surgery and e-health solutions. He has published in reputed Scopus- and IEEE-indexed journals, including Frontiers in Public Health, Journal of Robotic Surgery, Food Reviews International, and Journal of Cases on Information Technology, contributing to multidisciplinary areas such as AI-driven healthcare, robotic surgery, fintech, digital learning, and workplace mental health. His research skills include advanced methodologies such as structural equation modeling, digital behavioral analytics, and systematic literature reviews, paired with the ability to link theory to applied practice. He also serves as a peer reviewer for international journals, reflecting his scholarly engagement. Dr. Jack holds the PIKOM Project Leadership Certification (PLC) Associate from the National ICT Association of Malaysia and is active on platforms like Scopus, ResearcherID, and ResearchGate, which strengthen his global visibility. With 25 citations across 10 indexed documents and an h-index of 3, he demonstrates promising research impact for a scholar who entered academia after a successful professional career. In conclusion, Dr. Jack Ng Kok Wah represents a unique blend of industry excellence, academic achievement, and research innovation, making him a strong candidate for honors such as the Best Researcher Award, as his work continues to advance knowledge while delivering meaningful societal impact.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID | Google Scholar 

Featured Publications

  1. Wah, J.N.K. (2025). Revolutionizing surgery: AI and robotics for precision, risk reduction, and innovation. Journal of Robotic Surgery, 19(1), Article 47.

  2. Wah, J.N.K. (2025). The rise of robotics and AI-assisted surgery in modern healthcare. Journal of Robotic Surgery, 19(1), 311.

  3. Wah, J.N.K. (2025). AI-driven robotic surgery in oncology: Advancing precision, personalization, and patient outcomes. Journal of Robotic Surgery, 19(1), 1–11.

  4. Wah, J.N.K. (2025). Revolutionizing e-Health: The transformative role of AI-powered hybrid chatbots in healthcare solutions. Frontiers in Public Health, 13, Article 1530799.

  5. Ng, J., Wah, K., Fitriana, M., & Arumugam, T. (2023). Assumptions for structure equation modeling (SEM), normality of data distribution analysis & model fit measures. Journal of Clinical Epidemiology & Toxicology, 4(2), 1–5.