Aikaterini Sousamli | Academic Recognition | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Aikaterini Sousamli | Academic Recognition | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Aikaterini Sousamli | University of West Attica, Department of Midwifery | Greece

Aikaterini Sousamli is an experienced midwife, researcher, and PhD candidate at the University of West Attica, specializing in perinatal health, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), women’s health, and primary healthcare. With a strong academic foundation in midwifery and postgraduate studies in Primary Health Care—completed with highest distinction—she has developed a multidisciplinary profile that integrates clinical care, epidemiological research, and public health education. Her doctoral research focuses on perinatal factors associated with the emergence of ASD in children and the implications for family dynamics. She contributes actively as a research associate in major public health, epidemiology, antimicrobial resistance, and global health indicator programs within the Department of Medicine at the University of Thessaly. Her expertise also extends to family planning, maternal mental health, menopause, postpartum care, and vulnerable populations. Throughout her clinical career, she has held key positions in family planning centers, obstetrics and gynecology units, oncology operating rooms, and primary healthcare services. She has played an instrumental role in revitalizing community-based family planning services, developing childbirth education programs both in-person and online, and delivering health education to students and the wider community on reproductive health, prevention, and women’s well-being. Her scientific activity includes numerous peer-reviewed publications, systematic reviews, epidemiological studies, and collaborative research across midwifery, public health, autism, reproductive health, multiple sclerosis, and maternal mental health. She has contributed to international and national conferences with oral presentations and e-posters, and she serves as a reviewer for reputable scientific journals. Additionally, she has supported academic development through translation and editing of midwifery educational materials and has delivered lectures in university medical programs on primary healthcare and the role of the midwife.

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Featured Publications:

Amar, F. E. (2025). EL JUEGO COMO MEDIO DE ENSEÑANZA DE LOS DEPORTES PARALÍMPICOS. In Cartografía Lúdica: enseñar, aprender, cuidar y transformar la cultura y la sociedad jugando (Book chapter). ISBN: 979-13-7006-273-6.

Amar, F. E. (2025). EL MAESTRO QUE ACTÚA. UNA NARRATIVA A PROPÓSITO DE SU HOMOSEXUALIDAD. In Caminando hacia la inclusión de las personas LGBTIQA+. Resistencias y alternativas contrahegemónicas (Book chapter). ISBN: 979-13-7006-510-2.

Amar, F. E. (2025). Mi infancia son recuerdos de un patio (de colegio) en Cádiz. Gaditana-Logía Comunicación.

Amar, F. E. (2025). Tecnología, inclusión y educación social. Una narrativa. RiiTE: Revista Interuniversitaria de Investigación en Tecnología Educativa.

Amar, F. E. (2025). Mi infancia son recuerdos de un patio (de colegio) en Cádiz. Gaditana-Logía. https://doi.org/10.25267/Gadit.2025.v6.07

Amar, F. E., & Amar, V. (2025). Tecnología, inclusión y educación social. Una narrativa. Revista Interuniversitaria de Investigación en Tecnología Educativa. https://doi.org/10.6018/riite.685041

Xiaoping Ren | Scientific Breakthroughs | Distinguished Scientist Award

Prof. Dr. Xiaoping Ren | Scientific Breakthroughs | Distinguished Scientist Award

Prof. Dr. Xiaoping Ren | Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi University | China

Dr. Xiaoping Ren is an internationally recognized surgeon and scientist known for pioneering breakthroughs in hand transplantation, spinal cord fusion, and head transplantation research. He designed the world’s first clinical hand allotransplantation model, contributed to the United States’ first hand transplant, and discovered key mechanisms such as RPCT and RCI. He led landmark achievements including the first mouse head transplant, the first human head-transplant surgical model, and multiple world-first advances in spinal cord fusion that restored neural continuity in animal studies. His work established him as a global leader in paralysis treatment and regenerative reconstruction. Dr. Ren has earned major international honors, including election to the Russian Academy of Natural Sciences, fellowship of the International College of Surgeons, and leadership roles such as Chief Scientist of the GICUP Alliance, supported by an extensive publication record across microsurgery, neurology, cardiology, and regenerative medicine.

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Featured Publications

Ren, X., et al. (2025). Establishment of a canine model of vascularized allogeneic spinal cord transplantation and preliminary study on spinal cord continuity reconstruction. Chinese Journal of Reparative and Reconstructive Surgery.

Ren, X., et al. (2024). Recovery of independent ambulation after complete spinal cord transection in the presence of the neuroprotectant polyethylene glycol in monkeys. IBRO Neuroscience Reports.

Ren, X., et al. (2024). A novel strategy for spinal cord reconstruction via vascularized allogeneic spinal cord transplantation combined with spinal cord fusion. CNS Neuroscience and Therapeutics.

Ren, X., et al. (2024). Developing preclinical dog models for reconstructive severed spinal cord continuity via spinal cord fusion technique. IBRO Neuroscience Reports.

Ren, X., et al. (2023). Effect of vascularized lymph node transplantation combined with lymphatico-venous anastomosis in the treatment of lymphedema after breast cancer surgery. Chinese Journal of Plastic Surgery.

Ivis Garcia | Research Excellence | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Ivis Garcia | Research Excellence | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Ivis Garcia | Texas A&M University | United States

Dr. Ivis García, Ph.D., AICP, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Landscape Architecture and Urban Planning at Texas A&M University, with a distinguished record of scholarship, teaching, and community engagement in housing, urban policy, and social equity. Her research is grounded in the principles of community development, participatory planning, and social justice, with a particular emphasis on advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within urban systems. Dr. García’s work focuses on asset-based community development (ABCD) approaches that empower marginalized populations to build capacity and resilience through locally driven solutions. She explores the intersections of housing policy, disaster recovery, gentrification, and displacement, particularly within Latino and Puerto Rican communities in the United States and the Caribbean. Her doctoral dissertation, “The Puerto Rican Identity: Reconstructing Ownership in the Face of Change,” set the foundation for a research agenda that bridges cultural identity with community-based planning and equitable housing strategies. Through her collaborations with organizations such as the Puerto Rican Cultural Center, Texas Appleseed, and Foundation for Puerto Rico, Dr. García integrates academic research with real-world impact, informing equitable policy design and participatory decision-making. She has been a Ford Foundation Fellow, Emerging Poverty Scholar, and recipient of numerous professional awards, including theTexas APA Student Project Award and the  Curriculum Innovation Award from the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy. Her research has contributed to national dialogues on resilient housing, participatory governance, and social vulnerability in urban environments, often linking theory to applied planning practice. By engaging communities directly in the research process, Dr. García exemplifies the model of a scholar-activist—translating knowledge into meaningful action that promotes inclusive, just, and sustainable urban futures. Her work continues to inspire transformative practices in housing equity and community resilience across diverse urban landscapes.

Profiles: Orcid

Featured Publications 

García, I. (2025). Earthship architecture as a pathway to post-hurricane resilience and energy independence: A case study analysis in Puerto Rico. Urban Science, 9(11), 446. https://doi.org/10.3390/urbansci9110446

Kim, M., García, I., Goetz, E., Hanlon, B., Monkkonen, P., Pendall, R., Pfeiffer, D., Reece, J., & Whittemore, A. (2025). Bring zoning back into the planning curricula. Journal of the American Planning Association. https://doi.org/10.1080/01944363.2025.2455162

García, I. (2025). Residential green infrastructure: Unpacking motivations and obstacles to single-family-home tree planting in diverse, low-income urban neighborhoods. Sustainability, 17(16), 7412. https://doi.org/10.3390/su17167412

García, I. (2025). When the map does not tell the whole story: Integrating community voices into GIS gentrification analysis. Land, 14(8), 1510. https://doi.org/10.3390/land14081510

García, I., Jackson, A., Lee, C. A., Chrisinger, B., & Greenlee, A. J. (2025). On the outside looking in: Latina/o/x and African American student perspectives on community-engaged courses. Journal of Planning Education and Research. https://doi.org/10.1177/0739456X251339979

García, I. (2025). The poorer the neighborhood, the harder it is to reach the park: A GIS equity analysis from Salt Lake City. Sustainability, 17(9), 3774. https://doi.org/10.3390/su17093774

Yong Liu | Research Excellence | Innovative Research Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yong Liu | Research Excellence | Innovative Research Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr Yong Liu | Tianjin University | China

Dr. Yong Liu is an Associate Professor at the School of Electrical and Information Engineering, Tianjin University, China. With an extensive record of scholarly contributions, he has authored and co-authored over 100 technical papers, three books or book chapters, and more than 50 patents in electrical engineering. His research primarily focuses on ageing evaluation, defect diagnosis, and performance monitoring of outdoor insulators and power cables under complex atmospheric and electrical conditions. Dr. Liu’s pioneering work integrates advanced sensing technologies, signal processing, and artificial intelligence to improve the reliability and safety of high-voltage power transmission systems. His studies on leakage current characteristics, surface discharges, and magnetic field-based condition evaluation have significantly advanced diagnostic techniques for high-voltage alternating current (HVAC) and direct current (HVDC) equipment. Notable recent contributions include research on multi-scale leakage current feature extraction using graph neural networks, magnetic field feature analysis for power cable evaluation, and dynamic discharge behavior of ice-covered insulators under DC voltages. He has made substantial progress in understanding the electro-thermal and mechanical ageing mechanisms of polymeric insulators and cables, developing novel monitoring strategies and predictive models for insulation failure. His publications in leading journals such as IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, IEEE Access, Energies, and Polymers demonstrate his sustained excellence and influence in high-voltage engineering and applied materials science. As a member of the Chinese Society for Electrical Engineering (CSEE) and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), Dr. Liu actively contributes to international collaboration and academic exchange. His innovative research continues to support the development of smart grid technologies, advanced cable diagnostics, and climate-resilient power systems, positioning him as a leading scholar in electrical insulation and power engineering research.

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Featured Publications 

Liu, Y., Lin, M., Wei, H., Duan, X., Li, Z., & Fu, Q. (2025). Cable outer sheath defect identification using multi-scale leakage current features and graph neural networks. Energies, 18(21), 5687. https://doi.org/10.3390/en18215687

Liu, Y., Wang, M., Huang, Y., Han, T., & Du, B. (2024). Feature extraction of magnetic field for condition evaluation of HVAC power cable. IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation. https://doi.org/10.1109/TDEI.2023.3342774

Liu, Y., Li, C., Yin, F., Du, B. X., & Farzaneh, M. (2024). Nonlinear traits of leakage current and dynamic actions of surface discharges on ice-covered insulators under DC voltages. IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation. https://doi.org/10.1109/TDEI.2024.3373549

Liu, Y., Guo, Y., Wang, B., Li, Q., Gao, Q., & Wan, Y. (2024). Research on influencing factors and wind deflection warning of transmission lines based on meteorological prediction. Energies, 17(11), 2612. https://doi.org/10.3390/en17112612

Liu, Y., Xin, Y., Huang, Y., Du, B., Huang, X., & Su, J. (2024). Optimal design and development of magnetic field detection sensor for AC power cable. Sensors, 24(8), 2528. https://doi.org/10.3390/s24082528

Liu, Y., Xin, Y., Du, B., Huang, X., & Su, J. (2024, March 22). Optimal design and development of magnetic field detection sensor for AC power cable [Preprint]. Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202403.1352.v1

Mikhail Samchukov | Research Excellence | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Mikhail Samchukov | Research Excellence | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Mikhail Samchukov | Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children | Argentina

Dr. Mikhail L. Samchukov is an internationally renowned orthopedic surgeon recognized for his pioneering work in limb lengthening, deformity correction, and reconstructive surgery. A senior consultant and researcher with decades of experience, he has played a transformative role in advancing Ilizarov techniques, distraction osteogenesis, and the development of modern external fixation systems. Dr. Samchukov’s distinguished career bridges clinical innovation and biomedical engineering, focusing on precision alignment correction, bone regeneration, and patient-specific orthopedic solutions. He has authored and co-authored numerous peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and monographs, and his research has influenced surgical practices and medical device development globally. As a recognized expert and mentor, Dr. Samchukov has led numerous clinical education programs, trained surgeons worldwide, and contributed to the integration of digital technologies into orthopedic modeling and treatment planning. His collaborations span premier medical institutions across North America, Europe, and Asia, strengthening the global network of orthopedic innovation. A frequent invited speaker at leading international congresses and symposiums, he continues to shape the future of reconstructive orthopedics through research leadership, mentorship, and clinical excellence. His career reflects a lifelong dedication to improving patient outcomes through science-driven surgical advancement.

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Featured Publications

Golshteyn, G., Oji, E., & Samchukov, M. (2025). Clinical guidelines for the application of tibial cortex transverse transport for diabetic foot ulcers. Foot & Ankle Surgery: Techniques, Reports & Cases, 100535. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fastrc.2025.100535

Feraru, L. M., & Samchukov, M. (2025). Limb salvage with transverse tibial bone transport in a high-risk patient with a chronic Achilles tendon ulcer: A case report. Foot & Ankle Surgery: Techniques, Reports & Cases, 100575. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fastrc.2025.100575

Stone, R., Samchukov, M., & Hutchison, B. (2025). Transverse tibial bone transport for treatment of calcaneal osteomyelitis: A case report. Foot & Ankle Surgery: Techniques, Reports & Cases, 100537. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fastrc.2025.100537

Bafor, A., Iobst, C., Samchukov, M., Cherkashin, A., Singh, S., Aguilar, L., & Glatt, V. (2023, December 20). Reverse dynamization accelerates regenerate bone formation and remodeling in a goat distraction osteogenesis model. Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. https://doi.org/10.2106/JBJS.22.01342

Glatt, V., Samchukov, M., Cherkashin, A., & Iobst, C. (2021, February 3). Reverse dynamization accelerates bone healing in a large-animal osteotomy model. Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. https://doi.org/10.2106/JBJS.20.00380

Ernat, J. J., Wimberly, L., Samchukov, M. L., Cherkaskin, A. M., & Birch, J. G. (2019). Staged reconstruction for type IV tibial deficiency (distal tibiofibular diastasis). JBJS Case Connector. https://doi.org/10.2106/JBJS.CC.19.00088

Wallace, S. B., Cherkashin, A., Samchukov, M., Wimberly, R. L., & Riccio, A. I. (2019, July 3). Real-time monitoring with a controlled advancement drill may decrease plunge depth. Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. https://doi.org/10.2106/JBJS.19.00111