Shraddha Baldaniya | Health Professions | Best Research Article Award

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Dr. Shraddha Baldaniya | Health Professions | Best Research Article Award 

Enjoy Rehab PT PC | United States

Dr. Youngah Do is an Associate Professor in the Department of Linguistics at The University of Hong Kong (HKU), where she specializes in phonology, language acquisition, and cognitive linguistics. Her academic journey reflects a distinguished record of excellence, beginning with her B.A. in English Linguistics from Seoul National University, where she graduated summa cum laude. She continued at the same institution to complete her M.A. in English Linguistics, further solidifying her foundation in theoretical and applied language studies. Driven by a deep interest in the cognitive mechanisms underlying linguistic structure, she pursued and earned her Ph.D. in Linguistics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), one of the world’s leading centers for linguistic research. Before joining HKU, Dr. Do served as a Visiting Assistant Professor at Georgetown University, where she taught and mentored students while continuing to advance her research. Her academic career is marked by a series of prestigious honors and fellowships, reflecting her scholarly impact and leadership in the field. She is a recipient of the Universitas 21 Fellowship, the MIT Presidential Fellowship, and multiple faculty awards that recognize her outstanding contributions to research, teaching, and service. In addition, she has been elected a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA), acknowledging her commitment to excellence in higher education pedagogy and student development. Dr. Do’s research centers on phonological learning, language variation, bilingualism, and the cognitive bases of linguistic representation. By integrating theoretical linguistics with experimental and computational approaches, she investigates how learners acquire complex sound patterns, how linguistic variation emerges across communities, and how bilingual speakers navigate and structure their linguistic knowledge. Her work extends to broader questions concerning the interplay between cognitive architecture and the organization of linguistic systems. These research themes have resulted in a significant body of publications in high-impact journals and edited volumes. Her collaborations—both with international scholars and with her own graduate and undergraduate students—demonstrate her strong commitment to fostering a vibrant research culture and mentoring the next generation of linguists. Beyond her scholarly achievements, Dr. Do plays an active and influential role in academic service. She contributes to the field through editorial board appointments, external reviews of academic programs, and extensive peer-review activities across leading linguistics journals and national research funding agencies. Her service exemplifies her dedication to maintaining rigorous academic standards and supporting the global linguistics community. At HKU, she is deeply engaged in curriculum development, student advising, and interdisciplinary initiatives that connect linguistics with cognitive science, education, and language technology. Through her teaching, research, and service, Youngah Do has established herself as a respected voice in contemporary linguistics. Her work continues to advance our understanding of how human languages are structured, learned, and represented in the mind, making meaningful contributions to theoretical inquiry and applied linguistic scholarship alike.

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Featured Publications

Baldania, S. (n.d.). Emerging trends in physical therapy for stroke rehabilitation: A comprehensive review. International Journal of Scientific Research (IJSR).

Baldania, S. (n.d.). Heart and lung dysfunction prevention through rehabilitation and physical therapy education: A comprehensive overview.

Baldania, S. (n.d.). Improved movement, improved life: The vital contribution of physical therapy to orthopaedics. International Journal of Physiotherapy (IAEME).

Baldania, S. (n.d.). Intersectionality in neurodevelopmental disorders: A literature review on co-occurrence of autism spectrum disorder and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder – Examining therapeutic approaches and interventions.

Baldania, S. (n.d.). Investigating the impact of pre-operative physical fitness on post-operative rehabilitation in total hip replacement: A literature synthesis. Journal of Physical Medicine Rehabilitation Studies & Reports.

Baldania, S. (n.d.). Motion for wellness: Integrating physical therapy in Parkinson’s disease management. Journal of Physical Medicine Rehabilitation Studies & Reports.

Baldania, S. (n.d.). Neuromuscular training protocols: Tailoring strategies for improved functional outcomes and second ACL injury prevention. Journal of Physical Medicine Rehabilitation Studies & Reports.

Muhammad Tahir Aleem | Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Muhammad Tahir Aleem | Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award 

Shantou University Medical College | China

Dr. Muhammad Tahir Aleem is a highly accomplished early-career scientist in the field of Preventive Veterinary Medicine and Molecular Parasitology, with a multidisciplinary research background spanning veterinary sciences, immunology, molecular biology, vaccine development, and zoonotic diseases. He holds a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) and an M.Phil. in Parasitology from the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan, and earned his Ph.D. from Nanjing Agricultural University, China, where his doctoral research focused on the role of progesterone receptors in the reproduction of Trichinella spiralis, a key area in parasite biology. He completed two postdoctoral fellowships: one in Molecular Parasitology and Chromosome Biology at Cleveland State University, USA, and another in Basic Medicine at Shantou University Medical College, China. Dr. Aleem has authored over 15 peer-reviewed articles, including several in Q1 journals such as Vaccines, International Immunopharmacology, and Biomedical Research International, contributing to a cumulative impact factor exceeding 148.14. His studies delve into advanced vaccine design (mRNA, DNA), host-parasite interactions, immunomodulation, and molecular docking techniques, reflecting a strong command of both theoretical and applied biomedical sciences. He has served as corresponding author on multiple publications, highlighting his leadership in collaborative research. His work has garnered over 400 citations, with an estimated h-index of 8–10, showcasing his growing impact in the international scientific community. Dr. Aleem’s research has far-reaching implications for both veterinary and human health, especially in the control of parasitic diseases, emerging zoonoses, and infectious disease prevention. He actively collaborates across institutions and countries, demonstrating a global outlook and commitment to scientific innovation. His contributions to membrane-associated progesterone receptor studies have opened new avenues for reproductive parasitology, while his recent work on mRNA and DNA vaccine platforms marks him as a forward-looking investigator. He also contributes to public health and translational medicine by addressing environmental pathogens and drug development challenges. Given his high-impact publications, international collaborations, cross-disciplinary research profile, and growing citation footprint, Dr. Muhammad Tahir Aleem stands out as a promising and deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His work not only advances veterinary and biomedical sciences but also paves the way for translational solutions to global health challenges.

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Featured Publications

COVIDSurg Collaborative, & GlobalSurg Collaborative. (2021). Timing of surgery following SARS‐CoV‐2 infection: An international prospective cohort study. Anaesthesia, 76(6), 748–758.

Sohail, M. U., Ijaz, A., Yousaf, M. S., Ashraf, K., Zaneb, H., Aleem, M., & Rehman, H. (2010). Alleviation of cyclic heat stress in broilers by dietary supplementation of mannan-oligosaccharide and Lactobacillus-based probiotic: Dynamics of cortisol, thyroid hormones and growth performance. Poultry Science, 89(9), 1934–1938.

Suleria, H. A. R., Butt, M. S., Khalid, N., Sultan, S., Raza, A., Aleem, M., & Abbas, M. (2015). Garlic (Allium sativum): Diet based therapy of 21st century – A review. Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease, 5(4), 271–278.

Ijaz, A., Hussain, A., Aleem, M., Yousaf, M. S., & Rehman, H. (2009). Butylated hydroxytoluene inclusion in semen extender improves the post-thawed semen quality of Nili-Ravi buffalo (Bubalus bubalis). Theriogenology, 71(8), 1326–1329.

Sultan, S., Huma, N., Butt, M. S., Aleem, M., & Abbas, M. (2018). Therapeutic potential of dairy bioactive peptides: A contemporary perspective. Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, 58(1), 105–115.

Jamil, M., Aleem, M. T., Shaukat, A., Khan, A., Mohsin, M., Rehman, T. U., Abbas, R. Z., Saleemi, M. K., Khatoon, A., Babar, W., Yan, R., & Li, K. (2022). Medicinal plants as an alternative to control poultry parasitic diseases. Life, 12(3), 449.

Adeel, M., Ijaz, A., Aleem, M., Rehman, H., Yousaf, M. S., & Jabbar, M. A. (2009). Improvement of liquid and frozen-thawed semen quality of Nili-Ravi buffalo bulls (Bubalus bubalis) through supplementation of fat. Theriogenology, 71(8), 1220–1225.

COVIDSurg Collaborative, GlobalSurg Collaborative, Nepogodiev, D., et al. (2022). SARS‐CoV‐2 infection and venous thromboembolism after surgery: An international prospective cohort study. Anaesthesia, 77(1), 28–39.

Bajwa, H. U. R., Khan, M. K., Abbas, Z., Riaz, R., Rehman, T., Abbas, R. Z., Aleem, M. T., et al. (2022). Nanoparticles: Synthesis and their role as potential drug candidates for the treatment of parasitic diseases. Life, 12(5), 750.

Farooq, M., Durrani, F. R., Aleem, M., Chand, N., & Muqarrab, A. K. (2001). Egg traits and hatching performance of Desi, Fayumi and Rhode Island Red chicken. Pakistan Journal of Biological Sciences, 4(7), 909–911.