Dujiang Yang | Clinical Trials and Statistical Designs | Research Excellence Award

Mr. Dujiang Yang | Clinical Trials and Statistical Designs | Research Excellence Award

The Affiliated Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital of Southwest Medical University | China

Mr. Dujiang Yang is an emerging clinician-scientist in Traditional Chinese Medicine Orthopedics & Traumatology at Southwest Medical University, whose rapid academic growth and extensive publication record have positioned him among the most productive young researchers in his field, he completed advanced training at the Affiliated Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, where he served as a spine-track resident physician and postgraduate researcher under Professor Guoyou Wang, contributing deeply to multiple national and provincial scientific projects. As first author, Yang has published 37 SCI-indexed papers, including numerous Q1 journals such as Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases, Journal of Extracellular Vesicles, Advanced Science, Chemical Engineering Journal, Leukemia, and Angiogenesis, covering topics spanning musculoskeletal regeneration, tumor microenvironment immunology, ferroptosis in osteoarthritis, disc repair biology, metabolic bone disease, and translational nanotechnology. His overall research impact is reflected in an estimated h-index of 2, 42 documents, and over 7 citations, demonstrating strong recognition across basic and translational medicine communities. Beyond research, he has gained substantial clinical proficiency, mastering lumbar fusion procedures, spinal fixation, PVP/PKP, trauma management, and more than 200 independent suturing cases. Yang has earned major distinctions including multiple first-class scholarships, Outstanding Graduate awards at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, Excellent Youth Researcher recognitions. His technical skillset includes Western blotting, RT-PCR, flow cytometry, cell culture, molecular assays, animal experiments, advanced literature analysis, and scientific writing using GraphPad Prism and ImageJ. Combining rigorous clinical training, high-level publication output, and cross-disciplinary research capability, DuJiang Yang represents a driven, evidence-focused young scholar with strong potential for future leadership in musculoskeletal medicine and regenerative therapeutics.

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Featured Publications

Yang, D., Yang, L., Yang, J., & Wang, G. (2025). Dual-targeting biomimetic nanoplatforms for tumor microenvironment-immune remodeling. Chemical Engineering Journal, 526, 171226.

Yang, D., Yang, J., Xu, H., & Wang, G. (2025). Minimal dose, maximal scrutiny: A critical appraisal of the feasibility and functional implications of a reduced-volume Nordic hamstring exercise protocol. Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports, 35(12)

Yang, D., & Wang, G. (2025). Beyond quantity: The nonlinear association between HDL cholesterol and coronary atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis, 411, 120561.

Yang, D., & Wang, G. (2025). MSC-delivered CXCL10 for solid tumors: Navigating the translational hurdles from precept to clinic. Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy, 193, 118735.

Sibel Suzen Ozbayrak | Health Statistics and Public Health Analysis | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Sibel Suzen Ozbayrak | Health Statistics and Public Health Analysis | Best Researcher Award

Health Science University Haydarpasa Numune Research and Training Hospital | Turkey

Dr. Sibel Suzen Ozbayrak is a Specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Haydarpaşa Numune Research and Training Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and completed her residency at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty in 2014. Her research focuses on musculoskeletal disorders, including adhesive capsulitis, rotator cuff syndrome, fibromyalgia, and entrapment neuropathies. Dr. Ozbayrak has authored over 20 peer-reviewed articles, with several published in high-impact journals such as Clinica Terapeutica, Clinical Rheumatology, and Musculoskeletal Science and Practice. Her work has garnered significant attention, with her publications collectively cited over 30, and h-index 4, reflecting her contributions to advancing clinical practices in rehabilitation. Notably, her study on the effectiveness of therapeutic ultrasound in subacromial impingement syndrome has been cited extensively, underscoring its impact on the field. Dr. Özbayrak is actively involved in ongoing clinical trials, including investigations into the effects of kinesiotaping and prolotherapy in musculoskeletal conditions. She is also a consultant for thesis research projects at her institution, demonstrating her commitment to academic mentorship and research development. Dr. Özbayrak’s dedication to integrating scientific research into clinical practice aims to enhance patient outcomes in physical medicine and rehabilitation.

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Featured Publications

Suzen Ozbayrak, S., & Ozkok Akbulut, T. (2023). Restless leg syndrome in hidradenitis suppurativa patients: A cross-sectional study with current literature review. Medical Bulletin of Haseki, 61(1), 37–42.

Ozbayrak, S. S., Günay, B., Kandemir, E. U., Mesci, N., & Külcü, D. G. (2024). Bisphosphonates: Ally or enemy in the fight against rheumatological diseases? Two case reports. Turkish Journal of Osteoporosis, 30(2), 131–134.

Ozbayrak, S. S., Mesci, N., Sezgin, M. O., & Kulcu, D. G. (2024). A patient with axial spondylarthritis who experienced pancytopenia while receiving anti-TNF therapy. Clinical Rheumatology, 43(8), 2701–2705.

Ozbayrak, S. S., & Ozbayrak, M. (2025). Do cervical spine angles differ in patients with hypermobility who suffer from neck pain? Musculoskeletal Science and Practice, 103277.

Ozbayrak, S. S., Yorulmaz, E., & Kulcu, D. G. (2025). Is there an additional benefit of ultrasound-guided coracohumeral ligament hydrorelease in cases with primary adhesive capsulitis undergoing ultrasound-guided shoulder hydrodilatation? Clinical Rheumatology.