Ayşe Özaydın | Medicine and Dentistry | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Ayşe Özaydın | Medicine and Dentistry | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. (MD, MPH, PhD) at MarmaraÜniversitesi, Turkey

Prof. Dr. Ayşe Nilüfer (Gülersoy) Özaydın is a distinguished academic and public health expert with a career spanning over four decades. Born in Eskişehir, Turkey in 1959, she has contributed extensively to the fields of epidemiology, cancer prevention, reproductive health, and health education. She currently serves as a Professor in the Department of Public Health at Marmara University School of Medicine, Istanbul. Her vast experience includes roles as a guest lecturer at several medical schools, both in Turkey and Cyprus, and she has held key leadership positions in national health organizations and academic committees. Prof. Özaydın is a recognized figure in public health circles for her advocacy and pioneering work in breast cancer awareness and prevention. With numerous national and international affiliations, including WHO and GFMER, she has established herself as a thought leader and changemaker. Her work bridges clinical research, health policy, and education, impacting both public health systems and academic communities.

Professional Profile

Education

Prof. Dr. Özaydın’s academic journey began with a medical degree from Hacettepe University in 1984, followed by a master’s and Ph.D. in Public Health at the same institution. She further enhanced her expertise with postgraduate studies in Epidemiology and Statistics at the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine in the UK. Over the years, she pursued a wide array of certifications in areas such as health education, reproductive health, clinical research methods, occupational health, and medical education, reflecting her commitment to lifelong learning and multidisciplinary expertise. She has completed advanced training courses at globally recognized institutions including Johns Hopkins University and the University of Maastricht. Her education is not only marked by academic degrees but by continuous professional development, particularly in emerging areas like cancer bioinformatics and qualitative research methods. This robust educational foundation has been critical in shaping her holistic and proactive approach to public health challenges in both academic and policy-making settings.

Professional Experience

Prof. Dr. Özaydın has accumulated extensive professional experience across clinical, academic, and governmental health sectors since beginning her career in 1984. She has worked as a physician in various public health centers across Turkey, assuming critical roles in immunization campaigns and women’s health services. Transitioning into academia, she joined Marmara University’s School of Medicine, where she advanced from lecturer to full professor in the Department of Public Health. Alongside her academic roles, she has served as a guest faculty member at institutions like Eastern Mediterranean University, Near East University, and Okan University. Her leadership includes appointments to advisory boards of the Turkish Ministry of Health, WHO initiatives, and national health strategy groups. In addition, she has held presidencies at key organizations such as the Breast Health Society (MEMEDER) and the Marmara Health Education and Research Foundation (MARSEV). Her professional record reflects deep engagement in both health system strengthening and medical education innovation.

Research Interest

Prof. Özaydın’s research interests are rooted in public health and focus extensively on breast cancer prevention, screening practices, and public awareness strategies. She is also deeply engaged in studies surrounding sexual and reproductive health, family planning, sexually transmitted infections, immunization programs, and occupational diseases. Her interdisciplinary approach merges clinical epidemiology with health education and behavior change communication. She has led and contributed to prevalence surveys, curriculum development projects, and national screening programs. Recently, she has explored newer research avenues like cancer bioinformatics and health-related social determinants in medical students. Her work is characterized by its direct impact on public health policy and community health improvement, with a particular emphasis on underserved populations. Prof. Özaydın’s research not only informs academic literature but also translates into practical guidelines and strategic plans for health ministries and global health bodies. Her studies are frequently published in peer-reviewed journals and presented at major international conferences.

Awards and Honors

Throughout her illustrious career, Prof. Özaydın has received numerous honors and appointments recognizing her academic and professional contributions. She is a valued member of the WHO Global Breast Cancer Initiative and has been invited to serve on scientific and advisory boards for Turkey’s Ministry of Health, including strategic task forces on cancer epidemiology and reproductive health. She was appointed president of MEMEDER and MARSEV, reflecting her leadership in health advocacy and education. Her contributions have been instrumental in developing national strategies for HIV/AIDS, family planning, and cancer screening. She has represented Turkey in multiple international collaborations and training programs, and her coordination role for the Geneva Foundation for Medical Education and Research highlights her global influence. Though specific award titles are not listed, her numerous appointments, leadership roles, and committee memberships across prestigious health and academic institutions serve as strong testaments to her recognition and esteem in the medical and scientific community.

Conclusion

Dr. Özaydın is a highly accomplished researcher with a distinguished career in public health, medical education, and epidemiology. Her expertise in areas like breast cancer prevention and reproductive health, along with her international collaborations and publications, positions her as a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. With a focus on expanding her interdisciplinary efforts and enhancing the global reach of her research, Dr. Özaydın’s contributions could be even more impactful in the future.

Publications Top Notes

  • Prevalence and risk factors of Helicobacter pylori in Turkey
    Authors: N. Özaydın, S.A. Turkyilmaz, S. Cali
    Citations: 264

  • Erkeklerde Cinsel Mitlere İnanma Oranları ve Mitlere İnanmayı Etkileyen Faktörler
    Authors: F. Torun, S.D. Torun, A.N. Özaydın
    Citations: 127

  • Effect of extremely low frequency electromagnetic fields on growth rate and morphology of bacteria
    Authors: A. Inhan-Garip, B. Aksu, Z. Akan, D. Akakin, A.N. Özaydın, T. San
    Citations: 120

  • Assessment of sociodemographic and economic factors affecting immunization services in Istanbul
    Authors: H.H. Topuzoglu, A. Özaydın, G.A. Cali, D. Cebeci, S. Kalaca
    Citations: 102

  • Bahçeşehir’de oturan kadınların meme kanseri bilgi düzeyleri ve uygulamaları
    Authors: A.N. Özaydın, B.M. Güllüoğlu, P.C. Ünalan, S. Gorpe, B.R. Öner, et al.
    Citations: 71

  • Survey on a mammographic screening program in Istanbul
    Authors: V. Özmen, A.N. Özaydın, N. Cabioglu, B.M. Gulluoglu, P.C. Unalan, et al.
    Citations: 59

  • Türkiye’de evli erkeklerin aile planlaması yöntemlerini kullanmalarını etkileyen faktörler
    Authors: L. Akın, N. Özaydın, D. Aslan
    Citations: 57

  • Sources of breast cancer knowledge and screening attendance – Moda, Istanbul
    Authors: A. Yildirim, A. Özaydın
    Citations: 50

  • Isotretinoin has no negative effect on attention, executive function and mood
    Authors: T. Ergun, D. Seckin, N. Özaydın, Ö. Bakar, A. Comert, et al.
    Citations: 47

  • Meme Kanserinde Tarama ve Tanı (İstanbul Konsensus Konferansı)
    Authors: S. Baskan, K. Atahan, E. Arıbal, N. Özaydın, P. Balcı, E. Yavuz
    Citations: 44

  • Cost-effectiveness of breast cancer screening in Turkey
    Authors: V. Özmen, S.Ö. Gürdal, N. Cabioğlu, B. Özcinar, A.N. Özaydın, et al.
    Citations: 38

  • Successful first round results of a Turkish breast cancer screening program
    Authors: A. Kayhan, S.Ö. Gürdal, N. Özaydın, N. Cabioglu, E. Ozturk, et al.
    Citations: 34

  • Diagnostic performance of AI for cancers in a mammography screening program
    Authors: I. Kizildag Yirgin, Y.O. Koyluoglu, M.E. Seker, S. Ozkan Gurdal, A.N. Özaydın, et al.
    Citations: 26

  • Dijital yerlilerin gözünden dijital okuryazarlık
    Authors: A. Özaydın, O. Kumral
    Citations: 23

  • The relationship between males’ attitudes to partner violence and contraception
    Authors: L. Akin, N. Özaydın
    Citations: 23

  • Kadın ve şiddet
    Authors: N. Özaydın, O. Üner, A. Akın
    Citations: 23

  • Bahçeşehir Meme Kanseri Tarama Projesi İlk Dönem Sonuçları
    Authors: A. Kayhan, S.Ö. Gürdal, N. Özaydın, E. Öztürk, N. Cabıoğlu, E. Arıbal
    Citations: 20

  • Care burden among informal caregivers of ALS patients
    Authors: Z. Tülek, A. Özakgül, N. Alankaya, A. Dik, A. Kaya, P.C. Ünalan, A.N. Özaydın, et al.
    Citations: 16

  • İstanbul/Moda’da kadınların meme kanseri bilgisi ve tarama katılımı
    Authors: A. Demir Yıldırım, A. Nilüfer Özaydın
    Citations: 16

  • İstenmeyen gebelikler ve düşüklerin kadın sağlığına etkileri
    Authors:  N. Özaydın, A. Akın
    Citations: 15

 

Carolin C. Hack | Medicine and Dentistry | Best Scholar Award

Dr. Carolin C. Hack | Medicine and Dentistry | Best Scholar Award

Deputy clinical director at Erlangen University Hospital Women’s Clinic, Germany

Priv.-Doz. Dr. med. Carolin Christine Hack is an accomplished medical professional and the Deputy Director of the Women’s Clinic at the University Hospital Erlangen. With a specialization in gynecological oncology and integrative medicine, Dr. Hack combines her clinical expertise with a passion for patient-centered care. Her innovative approach to medicine, along with her extensive training and research, positions her as a leading figure in her field.

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Education 🎓

Dr. Hack completed her medical degree at Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg, where she also pursued her habilitation in “Integrative Medicine in the Treatment of Gynecological Oncology Patients.” Her academic journey included a comprehensive curriculum that laid the groundwork for her clinical and research interests, ultimately leading to a robust foundation in both conventional and integrative medicine.

Experience 💼

With over a decade of experience at the University Hospital Erlangen, Dr. Hack has advanced through various roles, from assistant physician to Deputy Director of the Women’s Clinic. She has managed quality assurance initiatives and specialized in integrative medicine, focusing on the intersection of traditional and complementary therapies in patient care. Her leadership in the clinic has fostered a collaborative environment that emphasizes innovative treatment methodologies.

Research Interests 🔍

Dr. Hack’s research primarily focuses on integrative medicine and complementary therapy methods, with a specific emphasis on mammographic density as a risk factor for breast cancer. Her work seeks to enhance patient outcomes through evidence-based practices that incorporate holistic approaches to treatment.

Awards 🏆

Dr. Hack’s contributions to gynecological oncology have been recognized with multiple awards, including:

  • 2015: Klaus-Dieter-Schulz-Versorgungsforschungspreis
  • 2016: First Science Award from the German Society for Senology
  • 2018: Award from the Foundation for Women and Child Health
  • 2022: Research Award for Complementary Medicine from NATUM e.V.

Publications 📚

Dr. Hack has an extensive publication record, including:

  • The impact of physical activity on progression-free and overall survival in metastatic breast cancer based on molecular subtype
    • Authors: Ziegler, P., Hartkopf, A.D., Wallwiener, M., Schneeweiss, A., Goossens, C.
    • Journal: BMC Cancer
    • Year: 2024
    • Volume: 24(1), Article 1284
  • Tumor-Associated Neutrophils Are a Negative Prognostic Factor in Early Luminal Breast Cancers Lacking Immunosuppressive Macrophage Recruitment
    • Authors: Schmidt, E., Distel, L., Erber, R., Fietkau, R., Schnellhardt, S.
    • Journal: Cancers
    • Year: 2024
    • Volume: 16(18), Article 3160
  • Prognostic impact of selection criteria of current adjuvant endocrine therapy trials NATALEE and monarchE in postmenopausal HRpos/HER2neg breast cancer patients treated with upfront letrozole
    • Authors: Fasching, P.A., Hack, C.C., Nabieva, N., Fehm, T.N., Häberle, L.
    • Journal: European Journal of Cancer
    • Year: 2024
    • Volume: 209, Article 114239
  • Correlation of RANK and RANKL with mammographic density in primary breast cancer patients
    • Authors: Wunderle, M., Heindl, F., Behrens, A.S., Fasching, P.A., Emons, J.
    • Journal: Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics
    • Year: 2024
    • Volume: 310(2), pp. 1223–1233
  • CDK4/6 Inhibition – Therapy Sequences and the Quest to Find the Best Biomarkers – An Overview of Current Programs
    • Authors: Schneeweiss, A., Brucker, S.Y., Huebner, H., Fehm, T.N., Fasching, P.A.
    • Journal: Geburtshilfe und Frauenheilkunde
    • Year: 2024
    • Volume: 84(5), pp. 443–458
  • Initial experience with a next-generation low-field MRI scanner: Potential for breast imaging?
    • Authors: Dietzel, M., Laun, F.B., Heiß, R., Uder, M., Ohlmeyer, S.
    • Journal: European Journal of Radiology
    • Year: 2024
    • Volume: 173, Article 111352
  • Unbiased high-dimensional flow cytometry identified NK and DC immune cell signature in Luminal A-type and triple negative breast cancer
    • Authors: Heger, L., Heidkamp, G.F., Amon, L., Beckmann, M.W., Dudziak, D.
    • Journal: OncoImmunology
    • Year: 2024
    • Volume: 13(1), Article 2296713
  • Predicting mammographic density with linear ultrasound transducers
    • Authors: Behrens, A., Fasching, P.A., Schwenke, E., Beckmann, M.W., Emons, J.
    • Journal: European Journal of Medical Research
    • Year: 2023
    • Volume: 28(1), Article 384
  • Evaluation of automated techniques for extraction of circulating cell-free DNA for implementation in standardized high-throughput workflows
    • Authors: Lehle, S., Emons, J., Hack, C.C., Ruebner, M., Huebner, H.
    • Journal: Scientific Reports
    • Year: 2023
    • Volume: 13(1), Article 373
  • Long-term Follow-up and Safety of Patients after an Upfront Therapy with Letrozole for Early Breast Cancer in Routine Clinical Care – The PreFace Study
    • Authors: Hack, C.C., Maass, N., Aktas, B., Hein, A., Fasching, P.A.
    • Journal: Geburtshilfe und Frauenheilkunde
    • Year: 2023
    • Volume: 84(2), pp. 185–195

Conclusion ✨

Priv.-Doz. Dr. med. Carolin Christine Hack is an exemplary candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her innovative contributions to integrative medicine and gynecological oncology, coupled with her extensive publication record and commitment to patient care, position her as a leader in her field. By addressing areas for improvement, such as interdisciplinary collaboration and public engagement, Dr. Hack can further enhance her impact in research and continue to advance the frontiers of medical knowledge.

Ning Zhang | Dentistry | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Ning Zhang | Dentistry | Best Researcher Award

Professor, Department of Orthodontics, School of Stomatology, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China

Dr. Ning Zhang is a distinguished professor in the Department of Orthodontics at Capital Medical University, School of Stomatology, located in Beijing, PR China. With an extensive career in dental research and education, Dr. Zhang has significantly contributed to the field of orthodontics. As the director of the Science and Technology department at the same institution, he oversees various innovative research projects and technological advancements in dentistry. His prolific academic career includes over 100 published papers in reputed journals, reflecting his commitment to advancing dental science.

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Dr. Ning Zhang ORCID Profile

Education 🎓

Dr. Zhang obtained his PhD from Capital Medical University, School of Dentistry, in 2011. Following his doctoral studies, he completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry in 2013. This rigorous academic background has provided him with a solid foundation in dental research and clinical practice, enabling him to contribute significantly to the field of orthodontics.

Experience 🏅

Dr. Zhang has held several key positions throughout his career. He currently serves as a professor and the director of the Science and Technology department at Capital Medical University’s School of Stomatology. His role involves leading research initiatives, mentoring students, and contributing to the academic community through his extensive publications. His experience includes over a decade of teaching, research, and clinical practice, making him a respected figure in orthodontics.

Research Interests 🔬

Dr. Zhang’s research interests are primarily focused on antibacterial, protein-repellent, and remineralization dental materials, as well as thermoplastic materials. His work aims to develop advanced dental materials that improve oral health outcomes and patient care. His research is driven by the need for innovative solutions in dental materials to combat common dental problems and enhance the effectiveness of orthodontic treatments.

Awards 🏆

Throughout his career, Dr. Zhang has been recognized for his contributions to dental research and education. His awards and honors reflect his dedication to the field and his impact on advancing dental science. These accolades highlight his role as a leading researcher and educator in orthodontics, acknowledging his efforts to improve dental materials and technologies.

Selected Publications:

  1. Ma, C., Hao, S., Yu, W., Xu, F., & Yang, J. (2024). “Compliant and breathable electrospun epidermal electrode towards artifact-free electrophysiological monitoring.” Chemical Engineering Journal, 490, 151118.
  2. Bian, C., Guo, Y., Zhu, M., Bai, Y., & Zhang, N. (2024). “New generation of orthodontic devices and materials with bioactive capacities to improve enamel demineralization.” Journal of Dentistry, 142, 104844.
  3. Bian, C., Bai, Y., & Zhang, N. (2024). “Adult female skeletal anterior open bite treated by customized lingual orthodontic appliance with miniscrews-assisted in vertical control for perfect orthodontic compensation: A case report with 5-year follow-up.” International Orthodontics, 22(1), 100820.
  4. Zhu, M., Yang, P., Bian, C., Bai, Y., & Zhang, N. (2024). “Convolutional neural network-assisted diagnosis of midpalatal suture maturation stage in cone-beam computed tomography.” Journal of Dentistry, 141, 104808.
  5. Zhao, Z., Sun, Y., Qiao, Q., Bai, Y., & Xu, H. (2023). “Calvaria defect regeneration via human periodontal ligament stem cells and prevascularized scaffolds in athymic rats.” Journal of Dentistry, 138, 104690.

kevser karakaya | Dentistry | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr. kevser karakaya | Dentistry | Best Researcher Award

Kevser Karakaya, afyonkarahisar health science üniversity faculity of dentistry departmen of prosthodontics, Turkey

 

🦷 Kevser Karakaya is an Assistant Professor at Afyonkarahisar Health Science University, Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Prosthodontics. With a passion for dental science, she has dedicated her career to advancing prosthodontic practices and educating the next generation of dental professionals.

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Education

🎓 Kevser Karakaya earned her degrees in Dentistry and Prosthodontics, demonstrating academic excellence throughout her educational journey. Her rigorous training equipped her with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in both clinical and academic settings.

Experience

💼 Kevser Karakaya has extensive experience in the field of Prosthodontics, holding a significant position at Afyonkarahisar Health Science University. Her professional journey is marked by her dedication to patient care, innovative research, and academic contributions.

Research Interests

🔬 Kevser Karakaya focuses on various aspects of Prosthodontics, including dental materials, implantology, and restorative dental techniques. Her research aims to improve clinical outcomes and enhance the quality of prosthetic treatments for patients.

Awards

🏆 Kevser Karakaya has been recognized for her outstanding contributions to dentistry. Her achievements reflect her commitment to excellence in research, education, and clinical practice in the field of Prosthodontics.

Publications Top Notes

📚Dr. Karakaya has published several articles in esteemed journals. Below are some of her notable publications:

  1. “Evaluation of the effect of the strength of bonding of different cleaner solutions and sandblasting on between acrylic and copolyester plate” – Published in Current Research in Dental Sciences in 2023, this article explores the impact of various cleaning solutions and sandblasting on the bond strength between acrylic and copolyester plates.
  2. “The Efficacy of Denture Cleansing Solutions in Stain Removal of Artificial Teeth” – Published in Journal of Dental Materials and Techniques in 2022, this research examines the effectiveness of various denture cleansing solutions in removing stains from artificial teeth.