Ian Freckelton | Biomedical Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Ian Freckelton | Biomedical Sciences | Best Researcher Award 

Professor/Judge/King’s Counsel | University of Melbourne | Australia

Prof. Ian Freckelton AO KC is an eminent Australian barrister, academic, and jurist recognized internationally for his multifaceted contributions to law, psychiatry, and public policy. A King’s Counsel with extensive appellate, trial, and advisory experience, he has practiced across Australia and abroad in administrative, criminal, human rights, and professional negligence law. His exceptional professional standing is reflected in repeated recognition by Doyle’s Guide and Best Lawyers in Australia across public, commercial, and personal injury law categories. He serves as a Judge of the Supreme Court of the Republic of Nauru and has held numerous tribunal roles in mental health, medical regulation, and professional discipline. As Professor of Law and Professorial Fellow in Psychiatry at the University of Melbourne, and Honorary Professor at several leading universities, he bridges legal scholarship and forensic science with a distinctive interdisciplinary approach. A prolific scholar, he has authored and edited over 300 books, chapters, and peer-reviewed papers shaping contemporary discourse in forensic law, expert evidence, and human rights. His research and advocacy have significantly influenced legal reforms, professional accountability, and justice innovation. Ian Freckelton’s academic influence is evidenced by 1,481 citations from 1,163 documents, 313 publications, and an h-index of 15, underscoring his enduring impact on law and society through scholarship, legal practice, and public service.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus | ORCID | ResearchGate

Featured Publications

  1. Freckelton, I. (2020). COVID-19: Fear, quackery, false representations and the law. International Journal of Law and Psychiatry, 72, Article 101611. Citations: 190

  2. Freckelton, I. (2007). Therapeutic jurisprudence misunderstood and misrepresented: Price and risks of influence. Thomas Jefferson Law Review, 30, 575–600. Citations: 180

  3. Denault, V., Plusquellec, P., Jupe, L. M., St-Yves, M., Dunbar, N. E., Hartwig, M., … & Freckelton, I. (2020). The analysis of nonverbal communication: The dangers of pseudoscience in security and justice contexts. Anuario de Psicología Jurídica, 30(1), 1–12. Citations: 117

  4. Bennett, B., McDonald, F., Beattie, E., Carney, T., Freckelton, I., White, B., … & Willmott, L. (2017). Assistive technologies for people with dementia: Ethical considerations. Bulletin of the World Health Organization, 95(11), 749–755. Citations: 115

  5. Freckelton, I. R., & Ranson, D. L. (2006). Death investigation and the coroner’s inquest. Oxford University Press. Citations: 113

Antonion Zapatero Gaviria | Biomedical Sciences | Best Paper Award

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Prof. Dr. Antonion Zapatero Gaviria | Biomedical Sciences | Best Paper Award

Jefe de Servicio de Medicina Interna | Hospital Universitario de Fuenlabrada | Spain

Dr. Antonio Zapatero-Gaviria is a distinguished Spanish physician, academic, and public health leader recognized for his outstanding contributions to internal medicine, clinical management, and healthcare policy. He currently serves as Professor of Medicine at the Universidad Rey Juan Carlos and has held pivotal leadership positions within the Spanish healthcare system, including Vice-Minister of Public Health and COVID-19 Response for the Community of Madrid, and Director of the IFEMA Field Hospital during the COVID-19 emergency in 2020. With over four decades of medical and academic experience, Dr. Zapatero-Gaviria has made significant contributions to the advancement of internal medicine and clinical governance. He has authored or co-authored more than 148 scientific publications, garnering over 2,200 citations and achieving an h-index of 27 according to Scopus. His research spans a wide range of topics including infectious diseases, COVID-19 pathophysiology, diabetes care, and health systems management, reflecting both national and international collaborations. A former President of the Spanish Society of Internal Medicine (SEMI) and President of the Federation of Spanish Medical Scientific Associations (FACME), he has played a decisive role in shaping medical standards, professional development, and evidence-based healthcare in Spain. His academic excellence is reflected in three research merit recognitions by ANECA and his induction as a full member of the Real Academia Europea de Doctores in 2024. Dr. Zapatero-Gaviria’s work integrates scientific rigor, leadership in health crisis management, and commitment to the modernization of medical care. His influence extends beyond academia, embodying a model of physician-leadership that bridges clinical excellence, policy innovation, and public service for the betterment of healthcare systems and patient outcomes.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus | ORCID | ResearchGate

Featured Publications

  1. Pairo-Castineira, E., Rawlik, K., Bretherick, A. D., Qi, T., Wu, Y., Nassiri, I., … Zapatero-Gaviria, A. (2023). GWAS and meta-analysis identifies 49 genetic variants underlying critical COVID-19. Nature, 617(7962), 764–768. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41586-023-06034-3 — 183 citations

  2. Barba, R., Losa, J. E., Velasco, M., Guijarro, C., de Casasola, G. G., & Zapatero, A. (2006). Mortality among adult patients admitted to the hospital on weekends. European Journal of Internal Medicine, 17(5), 322–324. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ejim.2006.03.008 — 163 citations

  3. Sanchez-Vazquez, R., Guío-Carrión, A., Zapatero-Gaviria, A., Martínez, P., … (2021). Shorter telomere lengths in patients with severe COVID-19 disease. Aging (Albany NY), 13(1), 1–14. https://doi.org/10.18632/aging.202476 — 122 citations

  4. Zapatero, A., Barba, R., Ruiz, J., Losa, J. E., Plaza, S., Canora, J., & Marco, J. (2013). Malnutrition and obesity: influence in mortality and readmissions in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease patients. Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics, 26(Suppl. 1), 16–22. https://doi.org/10.1111/jhn.12044 — 116 citations

  5. Marco, J., Barba, R., Zapatero, A., Matía, P., Plaza, S., Losa, J. E., Canora, J., … (2011). Prevalence of the notification of malnutrition in the departments of internal medicine and its prognostic implications. Clinical Nutrition, 30(4), 450–454. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clnu.2011.01.008 — 103 citations

Taija Juutinen Finni | Biomedical Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Taija Juutinen Finni | Biomedical Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Professor | University of Jyväskylä | Finland

Dr. Taija Juutinen Finni is a distinguished Professor of Kinesiology at the Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences, University of Jyväskylä, Finland, and Vice Dean for Education. With a Ph.D. in Biomechanics (2001) and a Title of Docent in Exercise Physiology (2006), she has built a remarkable academic and research career at the intersection of biomechanics, exercise physiology, and rehabilitation sciences. Her academic training from the University of Jyväskylä, complemented by pedagogical and leadership qualifications, reflects her commitment to education and scientific excellence. Professionally, she has held several pivotal roles, including postdoctoral research at UCLA and multiple research and teaching positions in Finland, before her full professorship in 2010. Dr. Juutinen’s research focuses on muscle-tendon mechanics, Achilles tendon function, physical activity patterns, and rehabilitation in neurological and musculoskeletal disorders, supported by major national and international funding bodies such as the Research Council of Finland and the Ministry of Education and Culture. She has successfully led numerous high-impact projects (e.g., ACHILLES, EXECP, UNRESAT, CHIPASE) and supervised over 18 Ph.D. candidates and 80 M.Sc. theses. Her extensive publication record of 178 scientific papers and two patents underscores her global impact in biomechanics and sports medicine. A sought-after keynote speaker, she has contributed to major international congresses, served on editorial boards of leading journals, and evaluated professorships and grants across Europe and North America. Her awards include the First Class Knight’s Cross of the Order of the White Rose of Finland (2023) and multiple recognitions from international biomechanical societies. A fellow of both the International Society of Biomechanics and the European College of Sport Science, she continues to advance understanding of tendon structure, physical activity, and human performance through cutting-edge interdisciplinary research. Citations: 5,711; documents: 183; h-index: 44.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID | ResearchGate

Featured Publications

  1. Juutinen, T., et al. (2025). The relationship between triceps surae muscle–tendon morphology and shear modulus across passive ankle range of motion in cerebral palsy. Journal of Biomechanics, 2025. (Open Access).

  2. Juutinen, T., et al. (2025). Medial gastrocnemius muscle and aponeurosis shear wave velocity and morphological changes after Achilles tendon rupture: A 1-year follow-up study. Journal of Biomechanics, 2025. (Open Access).

  3. Juutinen, T., et al. (2025). Physical activity in children and young adults with cerebral palsy: Results from a three-month exercise intervention. European Journal of Sport Science, 2025. (Open Access).

  4. Juutinen, T., et al. (2025). Acute effects of isometric plantarflexion exercise on Achilles tendon non-uniform displacement. Journal of Biomechanics, 2025. (Open Access). Citations: 1

  5. Juutinen, T., et al. (2025). A novel method to assess subject-specific architecture of the Achilles tendon in vivo in humans. Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports, 2025. (Open Access). Citations: 2

Shoubhik Chakraborty | Biomedical Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Shoubhik Chakraborty | Biomedical Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Pediatric Optometrist | Kalinga Institute of Medical Sciences | India

Mr. Shoubhik Chakraborty is a dedicated Clinical Optometrist specializing in Pediatric Optometry, Cerebral Visual Impairment (CVI), Binocular Vision, Neuro-Optometry, and Behavioral Optometry. He completed his Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Optometry and Vision Science (2017–2021) from NSHM College of Management and Technology, MAKAUT University, Durgapur, followed by a Fellowship in Pediatric Optometry, Binocular Vision, and Cerebral Visual Impairment (2021–2023) at Narayana Nethralaya, Bangalore. His academic foundation was built at Karaiya High School and Sagardighi Thermal Power School, affiliated with WBBSE and WBCHSE respectively. Professionally, Mr. Chakraborty began his clinical training at MGM Eye Institute, Raipur, where he gained hands-on experience in hospital-based vision care. He later worked as a Cerebral Visual Impairment Specialist at AIIMS, Jodhpur, demonstrating excellence in managing pediatric and neuro-optometric cases, and is currently serving as a Pediatric Optometrist at KIMS Hospital, Bhubaneswar, where he continues to advance patient outcomes through customized vision therapy and diagnostic precision. His research interests encompass neuro-visual rehabilitation, visual neuroplasticity, binocular dysfunctions, amblyopia management, and pediatric refractive errors. He has developed strong research skills in clinical data interpretation, vision assessment methodologies, and evidence-based optometric intervention design. Mr. Chakraborty has contributed scholarly papers, including publications in Optometry and Visual Performance, and presented his findings at prestigious forums such as the Asia Pacific Optometry Summit (2018), Bengal Optometry Conference (2020), and Karnataka Optometry Conference (2022). Recognized for his leadership, teamwork, and clinical innovation, he exemplifies a balance of academic rigor and compassionate care. His achievements reflect a commitment to advancing pediatric visual science through both clinical excellence and research innovation. With his growing expertise, professional dedication, and vision for future advancements, Mr. Shoubhik Chakraborty is poised to emerge as a leading figure in neuro-visual and pediatric optometry research and practice in India and beyond.

Profiles: Google Scholar | ORCID  | ResearchGate

Featured Publications

  1. Chakraborty, S., Sarbajna, P., Vinekar, A., & Shetty, B. (2024). Outcomes of vision therapy among children with cerebral visual impairment: A retrospective study. Optometry and Visual Performance, 12 (1).

  2. Chakraborty, S., & Parida, S. (2025). Effect of vision therapy on cerebral visual impairment: Insights from three pediatric cases. Advances in Ophthalmology and Visual System (AOVS), 15 (2).

  3. Chakraborty, S. D., & Hajira, R. (2025). Recovering vision and binocularity in a presbyopic patient with amblyopia. Vision Development and Rehabilitation (VDR), 11 (1), 48.

  4. Chakraborty, S., Parida, S., Mohanty, S. K., Das, M., Dash, S., & Mohanty, S. (2025). Prevalence of accommodative insufficiency in children with normal accommodative-convergence/accommodation ratio and its association with refractive error: A cross-sectional study. Cureus, 17 (2).

  5. Chakraborty, S., Parida, S., & Mohanty, S. K. (2025). Effect of vision therapy on cerebral visual impairment: Insights from three pediatric cases. Advances in Ophthalmology and Visual System, 15 (2), 82–85.