Vijayalaxmi Mogasale | Infectious disease epidemiology and vaccines | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Vijayalaxmi Mogasale | Infectious disease epidemiology and vaccines | Research Excellence Award

London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine & Nagasaki University | India 

The researcher is a clinician–scientist with advanced training in pediatrics, public health nutrition, Infectious disease epidemiology and vaccines and tropical medicine,  Infectious disease epidemiology and vaccines combined with doctoral research in global health conducted through international academic collaboration. Her work integrates strong clinical insight with epidemiological expertise, particularly in the study of typhoid fever across diverse global and regional contexts. A central focus of her research is evidence synthesis to inform vaccine policy and implementation, with particular emphasis on the typhoid conjugate vaccine in India. She has contributed to research applying the World Health Organization evidence-to-recommendation framework to assess the relevance, feasibility, and perceived importance of evidence for vaccine introduction, demonstrating an ability to translate global guidance into locally applicable strategies. Drawing from extensive experience in clinical practice, public health, and global research, her work reflects a comprehensive understanding of vaccines from scientific, programmatic, societal, and end-user perspectives. Her research in infectious disease epidemiology supports data-driven decision making for immunization programs and strengthens links between policy, practice, and population health impact. Through applied epidemiology and implementation-focused research, she contributes to improving vaccine uptake, strengthening health systems, and advancing evidence-based interventions for infectious disease control in real-world settings.

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

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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.

Hana Chen | Health Statistics and Public Health Analysis | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Hana Chen | Health Statistics and Public Health Analysis | Young Scientist Award

Curtin University | Malaysia

Dr. Hana Chen Wei Jun is a Senior Lecturer and Chair for Learning and Teaching at the Faculty of Humanities and Health Sciences, Curtin University Malaysia, with a strong academic background in medicine and public health. She holds a Master of Science in Public Health from Management & Science University, Malaysia, where she graduated on the President’s List, and a Medical Degree from Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University, Russia. Her research interests span sustainable community development, healthy aging, food sustainability, disaster management, and public health nutrition, which align with her leadership roles in publications, community engagement projects, and Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) initiatives. Dr. Chen has published extensively in high-impact journals, contributing to collaborative works with The Lancet and other leading outlets, with 21 peer-reviewed articles to date. She has received multiple national and international recognitions, including the Best Oral Presenter Award (AIPHC 2023), the Outstanding Network Ambassador Award (WCPH 2023), and Curtin University Malaysia’s 2025 Research and Teaching Excellence Awards. Her contributions to teaching, mentoring, and research capacity building are further demonstrated through supervision of postgraduate and undergraduate projects. Dr. Chen has 292 citations, an h-index of 12, and an i10-index of 12, underscoring her growing impact in global public health scholarship.

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Featured Publications

Marzo, R. R., Chen, H., Abid, K., & Lin, Y.  Adapted digital health literacy and health information seeking behavior among lower income groups in Malaysia during the COVID-19 pandemic. Journal of Public Health, 44(3), 457–465.

Marzo, R. R., Chen, H., & Sapa, N. H. The evolving role of social media in enhancing quality of life: A global perspective across 10 countries. Archives of Public Health, 81(1), 1–10.

Chen, H., Marzo, R. R., Sapa, N. H., Ahmad, A., Anuar, H., & Baobaid, M. F.  Trends in health communication: Social media needs and quality of life among older adults in Malaysia. Healthcare, 11(10), 1455.

GBD 2023 Vaccine Coverage Collaborators. Global, regional, and national trends in routine childhood vaccination coverage from 1980 to 2023 with forecasts to 2030: A systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2023. The Lancet, 406(10500), 235–260.

Marzo, R. R., & Chen, H. Domain and perception on community resilience: Comparison between two countries. Frontiers in Public Health, 11, 1157837.