İsmail Çapar | Dentistry | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

İsmail Çapar
Affiliation Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit Üniversitesi
Country Turkey
Scopus ID 55405351300
Documents 63
Citations 2,437
h-index 32
Subject Area Dentistry
Event International Research Awards
ORCID 0009-0007-2753-4271

İsmail Çapar is a researcher affiliated with Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit Üniversitesi in Turkey, working within the broad field of Dentistry. His indexed research profile reports 63 documents, 2,437 citations, and an h-index of 32. These bibliometric indicators provide a quantitative overview of his scholarly publication and citation record. [1]

Abstract

İsmail Çapar is a dentistry researcher affiliated with Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit Üniversitesi, Turkey. His Scopus-indexed profile reports 63 documents, 2,437 citations, and an h-index of 32, indicating an established record of scholarly dissemination and citation activity. His research profile is situated within Dentistry and can be assessed through bibliometric indicators, institutional affiliation, indexed publications, and researcher identifiers. The Innovative Research Award provides a framework for recognizing research activity characterized by scholarly contribution, documented research output, and potential relevance to advancement within a scientific discipline. The available profile information supports an objective academic assessment of his research record. [1]

Keywords

İsmail Çapar, Innovative Research Award, Dentistry, dental research, Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit Üniversitesi, Scopus, research publications, citation impact, h-index, ORCID, scholarly research, International Research Awards. [1]

Introduction

Academic recognition commonly considers evidence such as peer-reviewed publications, indexed research output, citation activity, disciplinary relevance, and sustained scholarly contribution. Bibliographic databases such as Scopus provide standardized author-level indicators that can assist in evaluating research visibility and influence, although such metrics should be interpreted alongside qualitative evidence. [1]

Research Profile

The Scopus author profile identified by Author ID 55405351300 reports 63 documents associated with İsmail Çapar. The same profile records 2,437 citations and an h-index of 32. These figures represent bibliometric measures of indexed scholarly output and citation performance and should be understood in relation to publication history and field-specific citation practices.  [2]

Research Contributions

The available bibliometric record indicates sustained scholarly activity within Dentistry, with 63 indexed documents forming the principal quantitative basis for evaluating research productivity. Such a publication record may encompass multiple stages of academic investigation and collaboration, although individual contributions should ultimately be assessed through the content and methodological quality of each publication. [1]

Publications

Çapar’s indexed publication record comprises 63 documents according to the supplied Scopus author profile. Scopus associates publications with author identifiers to support bibliographic attribution and aggregation of citation information. For publication-level verification, individual article records, journal information, publication dates, co-authors, and Digital Object Identifiers should be checked against the original scholarly sources. [3]

Research Impact

The reported citation count of 2,437 and h-index of 32 provide quantitative evidence of citation activity associated with Çapar’s indexed research. Citation metrics can help describe scholarly visibility, but they do not independently establish research quality, societal benefit, clinical effectiveness, or originality. Interpretation should therefore combine bibliometric and qualitative assessment. [4]

Award Suitability

The Innovative Research Award is intended to recognize research activity demonstrating documented scholarly contribution and relevance to scientific advancement. Çapar’s affiliation with Dentistry, together with the reported indexed publication and citation record, provides an objective basis for considering his profile within an academic recognition framework. Final award decisions remain subject to the applicable evaluation process. [5]

Conclusion

İsmail Çapar’s available academic profile identifies him with Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit Üniversitesi in Turkey and places his research within Dentistry. The reported Scopus record of 63 documents, 2,437 citations, and an h-index of 32 provides measurable evidence of scholarly activity and citation reach. [1]

References

    1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: İsmail Çapar, Author ID 55405351300. Scopus.
      https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=55405351300
    2. ORCID. (n.d.). ORCID record for İsmail Çapar, 0009-0007-2753-4271. Open Researcher and Contributor ID.
      https://orcid.org/0009-0007-2753-4271
    3. International Research Awards. (n.d.). Official award website. International Research Awards.
      https://researchawards.net/
    4. Hasırcı, U. C., Çapar, İ., Kusay, D. D., Altın, E., Şeker, Ç., & Geduk, G. (2026). CBCT-based evaluation of the morphometric relationship between the nasopalatine canal, infraorbital foramen, and greater palatine foramen. BMC Oral Health. Advance online publication.
      https://doi.org/10.1186/s12903-026-09184-8
    5. Çapar, İ., Hasırcı, U. C., Kusay, D. D., Altın, E., & Geduk, G. (2026). Comparison of multimodal large language models and oral and maxillofacial radiologists in the detection of incidental findings on panoramic radiographs: A CBCT-referenced diagnostic accuracy study. Healthcare.
      https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare14182948

Marius Manole | Dentistry | Research Excellence Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Marius Manole | Dentistry | Research Excellence Award 

UMF “Iuliu Hatieganu” Cluj-Napoca | Romania

Dr. Marius-Ciprian Manole is a distinguished academician, clinician, and researcher in the field of Dental Medicine, with over two decades of combined experience in university teaching, clinical practice, and advanced scientific research. He currently serves as Associate Professor (Conferențiar Universitar) in the Department of Dental Propedeutics and Esthetic Dentistry at the “Iuliu Hațieganu” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cluj-Napoca, Romania, and holds the leadership position of Vice-Dean for Management and Academic Development within the Faculty of Dental Medicine. His academic career reflects a consistent progression through all university ranks, from Preparatory Assistant to Assistant Professor, Lecturer, and Associate Professor, demonstrating sustained excellence in education, research, and institutional development. Dr. Manole’s teaching portfolio encompasses undergraduate, postgraduate, and residency-level education in prosthetic dentistry, dental materials, implant-supported prosthetics, esthetic dentistry, and dental technology, delivered to Romanian and international students. He is actively involved in organizing post-university training programs and continuing education courses, contributing to the professional development of dental practitioners and technicians. Parallel to his academic activity, he has maintained an extensive clinical practice as a practicing dentist and administrator of a private dental clinic, specializing in prosthetic, implant-supported, and esthetic restorative treatments, ensuring strong translational integration between research, education, and patient care. His research activity is centered on dental biomaterials, prosthetic technologies, CAD/CAM systems, zirconia ceramics, periodontal health, implant biomechanics, and advanced diagnostic and imaging methods, including micro-CT, finite element analysis, and holographic evaluation. Dr. Manole has authored and co-authored a substantial body of scientific work published in ISI-indexed and peer-reviewed international journals, contributing to advancements in prosthetic accuracy, material performance, periodontal response, and digital dentistry. His research output reflects both fundamental and applied perspectives, with a strong emphasis on improving clinical outcomes and material reliability in dental practice. Dr. Manole is also an active contributor to national and international research projects focused on advanced composite biomaterials, nanotechnology-based dental materials, and innovative prosthetic solutions. His scholarly impact is further reinforced through conference presentations, book authorship, and professional affiliations with prominent dental and biomaterials societies. Recognized for his academic leadership, organizational skills, and commitment to innovation, Dr. Marius-Ciprian Manole continues to play a significant role in shaping modern prosthetic and esthetic dentistry through education, research excellence, and clinical innovation.

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King Faisal University | Egypt

Dr. Amany Osama Kassem is a dental public health researcher whose work bridges clinical dentistry, population health, and healthcare quality improvement. Her academic training culminated in an MSc in Dental Public Health from King Faisal University, completed with first-class honors and the highest cumulative GPA in her cohort. Her research profile reflects a strong commitment to evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the translation of research findings into practical improvements in oral healthcare delivery. Her primary research interests include oral hygiene practices among hospitalized patients, hospital dentistry, dental public health, oral health promotion, nutritional epidemiology, and the role of healthcare providers in maintaining patient oral care. A central focus of her work is improving oral health outcomes in vulnerable and institutionalized populations through policy-relevant research and preventive strategies. This is exemplified by her recent Q1 publication in the Journal of Clinical Medicine (2025), which examined oral hygiene practices of hospitalized patients in public and private hospitals in Saudi Arabia. The study provides important insights for hospital oral health protocols and interdisciplinary care models, contributing to improved patient safety and quality of care. In addition to hospital-based oral health research, her work extends to broader population health issues. Her publication on vitamin D status among adolescents and young adults highlights the intersection between nutrition, systemic health, and oral health outcomes. She has also contributed to clinical dentistry research through studies on endodontic flare-ups, aiming to enhance treatment outcomes and patient management strategies. Collectively, her publications demonstrate methodological rigor and relevance across public health, clinical, and preventive dentistry domains, with articles indexed in internationally recognized journals. Beyond publications, she has been actively involved in multiple completed and ongoing research projects, reflecting sustained scholarly productivity and engagement. Her research activities are complemented by innovation in academic dissemination, including delivering the first hologram-based research presentation at the College of Dentistry, King Faisal University—an initiative that underscores her interest in modernizing scientific communication and education. Her contributions have been recognized through several academic distinctions, including first place in a research poster competition and the University’s Excellence Ambassadors Award. She collaborates with multidisciplinary research teams across hospitals and academic institutions, strengthening the clinical and public health relevance of her work. As a member of professional dental and research societies, she remains engaged with the global research community. Overall, her research profile reflects a balanced integration of scientific inquiry, innovation, and applied public health impact, with a clear focus on advancing oral healthcare quality, safety, and accessibility through robust research and continuous professional development.

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