Prof. Isabelle Boutron | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award
Prof. Isabelle Boutron | Université Paris Cité | France
Dr. Fatimah Ibrahim Qassadi is a dedicated academic, pharmacist, and emerging research leader with extensive experience across clinical, academic, and scientific research environments. With over four years of service in one of Riyadh’s largest governmental hospitals and current appointment as a Lecturer at Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University (PSAU), she brings a powerful blend of clinical expertise, teaching excellence, and research innovation. Her previous role as a Teaching Assistant at the University of Nottingham’s School of Pharmacy strengthened her international academic exposure and commitment to high-quality pharmaceutical education. Dr. Qassadi is deeply passionate about fostering supportive learning environments, mentoring future pharmacy professionals, and enhancing students’ communication, leadership, teamwork, and critical-thinking skills. Her work strongly aligns with Saudi Vision 2030, where she contributes to transforming healthcare and higher education through innovative teaching methodologies, advanced pharmaceutical research, and patient-centered care. She is committed to elevating the quality of pharmacy education and strengthening healthcare outcomes across Saudi Arabia’s evolving knowledge-based economy. In addition to her academic and clinical achievements, Dr. Qassadi has established a strong research footprint. Her Scopus profile demonstrates 45,400 citations across 40,318 citing documents, with 181 published documents and an h-index of 62—reflecting substantial scholarly impact and global research influence. These metrics highlight the depth and reach of her contributions in pharmaceutical sciences, microbiology, and therapeutic innovation. (Note: The Scopus “View h-index” button is disabled in preview mode.) With a proven record in scientific writing, clinical research, and interdisciplinary collaboration, Dr. Qassadi continues to advance impactful research while supporting the next generation of healthcare professionals.
Bellissant, E., Boutron, I., Chapin, C., Clerici, C., Conroy, T., Corvol, J.-C., Dacos, M., Deplanque, D., Ducreux, M., Dufouil, C., et al. (n.d.). Assurer le postage des résultats de tous les essais cliniques en France [Report]. Crossref.
Ensuring that the results of all clinical trials in France are posted. (n.d.). Report. https://doi.org/10.52949/56
Bellissant, E., Boutron, I., Chapin, C., Clerici, C., Conroy, T., Corvol, J.-C., Dacos, M., Deplanque, D., Ducreux, M., Dufouil, C., et al. (n.d.). Ensuring that the results of all clinical trials in France are posted [Report]. Crossref.
Korfitsen, C. B., Krejčíková, H. V. B., Nejstgaard, C. H., Boutron, I., Bero, L., Hróbjartsson, A., & Lundh, A. (n.d.). Conflict of interest policies for editors and peer reviewers in medical journals: Cross-sectional study. Journal of Clinical Epidemiology. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclinepi.2025.111980
Duranté, E. K., Ribeiro, A., Gaspard-Boulinc, L., Boutron, I., Henry, C., Petit, A.-C., Houenou, J., Lemogne, C., & Chevance, A. (n.d.). Biological research on mental pain, social pain and other pains not primarily felt in the body: Methodological systematic review. The British Journal of Psychiatry. https://doi.org/10.1192/bjp.2024.292
Yaacoub, S., Ioannidis, J. P. A., Hróbjartsson, A., Porcher, R., Ravaud, P., & Boutron, I. (n.d.). Factors influencing the trustworthiness of non-randomized studies of interventions: A survey of international experts [Preprint]. https://doi.org/10.1101/2025.09.24.25336459
Chan, A.-W., Boutron, I., Hopewell, S., Moher, D., Schulz, K. F., Collins, G. S., Tunn, R., Aggarwal, R., Berkwits, M., Berlin, J. A., et al. (n.d.). SPIRIT 2025 statement: Updated guideline for protocols of randomized trials. Nature Medicine. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41591-025-03668-w
Korfitsen, C. B., Krejcikova, H. V. B., Nejstgaard, C. H., Boutron, I., Bero, L., Hróbjartsson, A., & Lundh, A. (n.d.). Conflict of interest policies for editors and peer reviewers in medical journals: Cross-sectional study [Preprint]. https://doi.org/10.31219/osf.io/rzug6_v1
Hróbjartsson, A., Boutron, I., Hopewell, S., Moher, D., Schulz, K. F., Collins, G. S., Tunn, R., Aggarwal, R., Berkwits, M., Berlin, J. A., et al. (n.d.). SPIRIT 2025 explanation and elaboration: Updated guideline for protocols of randomised trials. BMJ. https://doi.org/10.1136/bmj-2024-081660