Laura Moreno Galarraga | Health Professions | Excellence in Research Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Laura Moreno Galarraga | Health Professions | Excellence in Research Award

Pediatrician at University Hospital of Navarre | Spain

Dr. Laura Moreno Galarraga is an accomplished pediatrician and academic specializing in pediatric pulmonology with extensive experience in both clinical practice and research. She earned her medical degree from the University of Navarra and completed her specialization in pediatrics at Virgen de las Nieves Hospital in Granada, followed by a Ph.D. in Medicine from the University of Granada. She has served as an Assistant Professor at the University of Navarra and later at the Public University of Navarra, contributing significantly to the fields of preventive medicine and child health. As a pediatric pulmonologist at the University Hospital of Navarra, she has developed expertise in respiratory disorders in children and has been accredited by the Spanish Association of Pediatrics. Dr. Moreno Galarraga leads the Preventive Pediatric Research Group at the Navarra Health Research Institute and coordinates the SENDO Pediatric Cohort Study. Her research focuses on preventive pediatrics, respiratory health, and the early determinants of childhood diseases. She has collaborated in multiple national and international clinical trials, including projects on influenza vaccination, respiratory infections, and vaccine immunogenicity. Her scholarly output includes numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals addressing pediatric asthma management, COVID-19, and cystic fibrosis. She is actively engaged in professional societies such as the Spanish Association of Pediatrics, the Spanish Society of Pediatric Pulmonology, and the European Respiratory Society, where she contributes to education and research initiatives on childhood respiratory health. Her dedication to pediatric research and medical education continues to influence preventive pediatric healthcare practices in Spain and beyond.

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Featured Publications

Moreno-Galarraga, L., Escrivá, N., Barado, E., Torres, M. G., & Fernandez-Montero, A. (2025). Association between acute COVID‐19 infection and long COVID in a non‐hospitalized population: A retrospective case‐control study. Health Science Reports, 8(8), e71043.

Erroz Ferrer, M., Paniagua García, M., Viguria Sánchez, N., & Moreno-Galarraga, L. (2025, August 20). The role of biologic therapy switching to optimize the treatment of severe pediatric asthma: Tezepelumab is a new therapeutic alternative for adolescents. Children, 12(8), 1092.

Moreno-Galarraga, L., García Vera, C., Rivero-Calle, I., Martinón-Torres, F., Díez López, I., Cabañas, F., & Calvo, C. (2025, July). Investigación pediátrica en España: desafíos y oportunidades. Anales de Pediatría, 103(7), 503854.

Garcia Gerriko, J., Simoneau, T., Gaffin, J. M., Ortúzar Menéndez, M., Fernandez-Montero, A., & Moreno-Galarraga, L. (2025, June). Impact of telemedicine on asthma control and quality of life in children and adolescents: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Children, 12(7), 849.

Chaverri Repáraz, C. M., Lacalle Fabo, E., Erroz Ferrer, M., Gimeno-Castillo, M., Castro-Garrido, I., Ibarzabal-Arregi, M., González Arza, N., Viguria, N., & Moreno-Galarraga, L. (2025, January). Tailoring biologic therapies for pediatric severe asthma: A comprehensive approach. Children, 12(2), 140.

Bing Hu | Medicine | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Bing Hu | Medicine | Best Researcher Award

Hearing Research at Shenzhen University, China

Dr. Bing Hu is a senior clinical otolaryngologist and postdoctoral fellow in Clinical Medicine at Sun Yat-sen University. With over 16 years of experience in the diagnosis, treatment, and surgical management of ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat) diseases, Dr. Hu brings deep clinical knowledge and research expertise. He has been jointly trained by Xiangya Medical College and Case Western Reserve University (USA), and has held a visiting scholar position at the renowned Cleveland Clinic. His clinical proficiency, combined with an active role in medical research, has resulted in numerous national-level project participations and over 10 peer-reviewed publications.

Publication Profile 

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Educational Background 🎓

  • Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
    Joint program by Case Western Reserve University (USA) & Xiangya Medical College (China)

  • Ph.D. in Clinical Medicine
    Sun Yat-sen University, China

  • Postdoctoral Fellowship in Clinical Medicine
    Sun Yat-sen University

  • Clinical Training

    • Eye, Ear, Nose, and Throat Hospital, Fudan University

    • First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University

Professional Experience 💼

  • Postdoctoral Fellow
    Department of Clinical Medicine, Sun Yat-sen University

  • ENT Specialist and Surgeon
    Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, Shenzhen Secondary Hospital & First Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University

  • Visiting Scholar
    Cleveland Clinic, USA

  • Clinical Doctor (16 years experience)

    • Expertise in diagnosis and surgical management of ENT diseases

    • Practiced at multiple tier-one hospitals in China

Research Interests 🔬

  • Otolaryngologic Diseases (ENT)

  • Minimally Invasive Endoscopic Surgery

  • Inflammatory and Infectious Diseases of the ENT System

  • Pediatric ENT Conditions (Adenoid Hypertrophy, Tonsillitis)

  • Surgical Management of Sinusitis, Rhinitis, Epistaxis

  • Clinical Outcomes and Patient-Centered Treatment Optimization

Awards and Honors🏆✨

  • National Scholarship for Scholarly Exchange
    Awarded for outstanding performance in international medical training and research

  • Visiting Scholar Recognition
    Cleveland Clinic – Recognized for advanced clinical research contributions

  • Contributor and Investigator in Multiple Funded Projects
    At national, provincial, and municipal levels

Conclusion🌟

Dr. Bing Hu exemplifies the integration of clinical excellence with academic rigor. His dual training in China and the United States, along with his extensive surgical expertise and research involvement, position him as a leading figure in the field of otolaryngology. His continued work at the intersection of patient care and innovation ensures his lasting impact on ENT practice and education in China and beyond.

Publications 📚

  • 📌 3D UNet-based Abdominal Organ Automatic Segmentation Model using Image Denoising and Point Cloud Fusion
    📰 Alexandria Engineering Journal | 📅 2025
    👨‍💻 Authors: Xue J., Hu B.
    🔓 Open Access

  • 🧬 Toe1 Promotes Proliferation and Differentiation of Neural Progenitor Cells
    📰 Heliyon | 📅 2024
    👨‍💻 Authors: Deng T., Wu X., Wang Y., Fan X., Hu B.
    🔁 Cited: 1

  • 🧏‍♂️ BRCA1 Promotes Repair of DNA Damage in Cochlear Hair Cells and Prevents Hearing Loss
    📰 The Journal of Neuroscience | 📅 2024-09-03
    🔗 DOI: 10.1523/jneurosci.0132-24.2024
    👨‍💻 Authors: Jiang W., Wang G., Bai F., Hu B., Xu Y., et al.

  • 🎧 Advancements in Prevention and Intervention of Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    📰 Therapeutic Advances in Chronic Disease | 📅 2022-06-27
    🔗 DOI: 10.1177/20406223221104987
    👨‍💻 Authors: Hong, Hu B., Jiang G.
    📂 PMC: PMC9243368

  • 🌿 Novel Application of Eupatilin for Effectively Attenuating Cisplatin-Induced Auditory Hair Cell Death via Mitochondrial Apoptosis Pathway
    📰 Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity | 📅 2022-01-17
    🔗 DOI: 10.1155/2022/1090034
    📂 PMC: PMC8786471

  • 🩺 Effectiveness of Salvage Intratympanic Dexamethasone Treatment for Refractory Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss Classified by Audiogram Patterns
    📰 Acta Oto-Laryngologica | 📅 2021-02-27
    🔗 DOI: 10.1080/00016489.2021.1889029

  • 💊 Autophagy Impairment as a Key Feature for Acetaminophen-Induced Ototoxicity
    📰 Cell Death & Disease | 📅 2021-01-04
    🔗 DOI: 10.1038/s41419-020-03328-6
    📂 PMC: PMC7791066

  • 🔬 Liproxstatin-1 Protects Hair Cell-Like HEI-OC1 Cells and Cochlear Hair Cells against Neomycin Ototoxicity
    📰 Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity | 📅 2020-12-01
    🔗 DOI: 10.1155/2020/1782659
    📂 PMC: PMC7725559

  • ⚗️ Ferrostatin-1 Protects Auditory Hair Cells from Cisplatin-Induced Ototoxicity In Vitro and In Vivo
    📰 Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications | 📅 2020-10-24
    🔗 DOI: 10.1016/j.bbrc.2020.10.019

  • 🌱 Otoprotective Effects of Stephania tetrandra S. Moore Herb Isolate against Acoustic Trauma
    📰 Journal of the Association for Research in Otolaryngology (JARO) | 📅 2018-09-05
    🔗 DOI: 10.1007/s10162-018-00690-3
    📂 PMC: PMC6249158

  • 🧬 Atoh1: Landscape for Inner Ear Cell Regeneration
    📰 Current Gene Therapy | 📅 2014
    🔗 DOI: 10.2174/1566523214666140310143407

 

 

 

 

Jatinder Kumar | Health Care Services | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Jatinder Kumar | Health Care Services | Best Researcher Award

IT Professional at PGIMER, Chandigarh, India

Dynamic IT professional with over 25 years of experience in software development, network infrastructure, and IT solutions. Specializes in full-stack development, cloud computing (AWS, Azure), network security, and virtualization technologies. Experienced in integrating business strategy with technology to enhance IT operations. Holds extensive expertise in hospital information systems, data analytics, and artificial intelligence applications in healthcare.

Publication Profile 

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Educational Background 🎓

  • PhD in Computer Science, Chitkara University (2024)
  • Master of Philosophy (Computer Science), MMU, Sadopur, Ambala, Haryana (2013)
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA), Panjab University, Chandigarh (2006)
  • Master of Computer Applications (MCA), Panjab University, Chandigarh (1997)
  • Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), M.A.M. College, Jammu (1994)

Professional Experience 💼

  • Software Engineer, Trident InfoTech Corporation Limited, Chandigarh
    • Developed software solutions and contributed to system design and deployment.
    • Worked on enterprise-level applications for various industries.
  • Computer Programmer, PGIMER, Chandigarh (Since 2001)
    • Key contributor to the implementation of the Hospital Information System (HIS) for a 2,500-bed hospital.
    • Designed and developed the inventory module using process flow diagrams and entity-relationship diagrams.
    • Enhanced patient care, reduced wait times, and streamlined administrative workflows.
    • Involved in system integration, cloud-based solutions, and data migration strategies.

Research Interests 🔬

  • Artificial intelligence and deep learning applications in healthcare.
  • Medical imaging and thyroid nodule analysis using deep learning models.
  • Multi-agent system frameworks for efficient hospital administration.
  • Cloud computing and security solutions for healthcare IT systems.
  • e-Governance and digital transformation in public healthcare.

Awards and Honors🏆✨

  • Best Paper Presentation, TELEMEDICON 2024, PGIMER, Chandigarh.
  • Best Paper Presentation, ICAAIML 2024, Hyderabad, India.
  • First Prize in Yoga Competition, International Yoga Day 2024, PGIMER, Chandigarh.
  • Represented Chandigarh in National Yoga Competitions in Telangana and Rajasthan.
  • Conducting yoga classes and educational support for underprivileged children in Chandigarh.
  • Various professional certifications in hardware, Oracle, and MCSE.

Conclusion🌟

With an extensive background in IT, healthcare systems, and artificial intelligence, the author has made significant contributions to hospital information systems and deep learning applications in medical imaging. His research and professional work have enhanced patient care and operational efficiency in healthcare institutions. Recognized for academic excellence and community service, he continues to drive innovation in AI-driven healthcare solutions and IT infrastructure development.

Publications 📚

📖 Kumar, J., Panda, S.N., & Dayal, D. (2023, December). Deep Learning for Improved Thyroid Nodule Analysis in Ultrasound Images. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH AND ANALYTICAL REVIEWS (IJRAR.ORG), Volume 10, Issue 4.

📖 Kumar, J., Panda, S.N., & Dayal, D. (2023). Utilizing Deep Learning Models for the Classification of Thyroid Nodules in Ultrasound Images. The International Journal of Engineering and Science (IJES), Volume 12, Issue 11, Pages 18-31.

📖 Kumar, J., Panda, S.N., & Dayal, D. (2023, December). An Overview of Deep Learning Methods for Segmenting Thyroid Ultrasound Images. International Journal of Advanced Engineering and Nano Technology (IJAENT), ISSN: 2347-6389 (Online), Volume 10, Issue 12.

📖 Kumar, J., Panda, S.N., Dayal, D., & Sharma, M. (2024). Enhancing Thyroid Nodule Assessment with Deep Learning and Ultrasound Imaging. e-Prime – Advances in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, and Energy (Scopus). (Submitted after revision, awaiting acceptance letter.)

🎙️ Kumar, J., Panda, S.N., & Dayal, D. (2023, November). Deep learning routes to thyroid ultrasound image segmentation: A review. AIP Conference Proceedings, Vol. 2878, No. 1. AIP Publishing.

🎙️ Kumar, J., Panda, S.N., Dayal, D., & Sharma, M. (2023, September). Review of Deep Learning Techniques Over Thyroid Ultrasound Image Segmentation. 2023 International Conference on Sustainable Emerging Innovations in Engineering and Technology (ICSEIET), pp. 320-326. IEEE.

🎙️ Kumar, J., Panda, S.N., & Dayal, D. (2023). Pediatric Thyroid Ultrasound Image Classification Using Deep Learning: A Review. Chitkara University Doctoral Consortium – CUDC 2023.

🎙️ Kumar, J., Panda, S.N., & Dayal, D. (2024). Improving Thyroid Nodule Evaluation Using Deep Learning and Ultrasound Imaging. National Telemedicine Conference – TELEMEDICON 2024, held in Chandigarh (November 28-30, 2024).