Wenliang Chen | Clinical medicine | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wenliang Chen | Clinical medicine | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wenliang Chen, Shanxi Medical University, China

Dr. Wenliang Chen completed his Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Medicine at Shanxi Medical University in 1996. He further pursued a Masterโ€™s degree in General Surgery at the same institution, graduating in 2002. To deepen his expertise, he obtained a Doctor of Medicine in General Surgery from the prestigious Chinese PLA General Hospital in 2023. His academic journey reflects a steadfast commitment to advancing surgical knowledge and practices, supported by specialized training in Surgical ICU and Gastrointestinal Surgery at leading hospitals in China and the USA.

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Education ๐ŸŽ“

Dr. Wenliang Chen completed his Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Medicine at Shanxi Medical University in 1996. He further pursued a Masterโ€™s degree in General Surgery at the same institution, graduating in 2002. To deepen his expertise, he obtained a Doctor of Medicine in General Surgery from the prestigious Chinese PLA General Hospital in 2023. His academic journey reflects a steadfast commitment to advancing surgical knowledge and practices, supported by specialized training in Surgical ICU and Gastrointestinal Surgery at leading hospitals in China and the USA.

Experience ๐Ÿ’ผ

Dr. Chenโ€™s career spans more than 20 years, beginning as a General Surgeon at the Second Hospital of Shanxi Medical University. His experience includes advanced surgical training at Beijing Chaoyang Hospital and Peking University People’s Hospital. Additionally, he gained international insights as a Visiting Scholar at Duke University Medical Center and The Ohio State University. Since 2015, he has been a prominent figure in gastrointestinal and minimally invasive surgeries. His dedication to patient care and academic mentorship has greatly contributed to the institutionโ€™s medical excellence.

Awards and Honors ๐Ÿ†

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wenliang Chen has earned numerous accolades for his contributions to the field of surgery. His pioneering efforts in obesity and diabetes surgery in Shanxi Province and his successful laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication for gastroesophageal reflux disease have established him as a surgical innovator. Furthermore, his active roles in national and provincial medical committees, including the Colorectal Cancer Committee and the Gastrointestinal Surgery Committee, exemplify his leadership and dedication to medical advancement.

Research Focus ๐Ÿ”Ž

Dr. Chen’s research primarily focuses on the diagnosis and surgical treatment of gastrointestinal diseases. He has led significant studies, notably as Principal Investigator on the regulatory mechanism of LncRNA PVT1 in gastric cancer proliferation and invasion. His interest in minimally invasive surgeries has led to advancements in laparoscopic techniques, benefiting patient recovery and surgical outcomes. His dedication to translational research has strengthened the clinical application of innovative treatments, contributing to the advancement of gastrointestinal oncology and metabolic disease management.

Publication Top Notes

๐Ÿ“„ Innovative Approaches to Managing Postoperative Complications in Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy: A Scoping Review (2024) | ๐Ÿ› Journal of Laparoendoscopic & Advanced Surgical Techniques. Part A | ๐Ÿ”— DOI: 10.1089/lap.2024.0227

๐Ÿ“„ Oxidative stress-related patterns determination for establishment of prognostic models, and characteristics of tumor microenvironment infiltration (2022) | ๐Ÿ› Frontiers in Surgery | ๐Ÿ”— DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2022.1013794

๐Ÿ“„ Peritumoral tertiary lymphoid structure and tumor stroma percentage predict the prognosis of patients with non-metastatic colorectal cancer (2022) | ๐Ÿ› Frontiers in Immunology | ๐Ÿ”— DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2022.962056

๐Ÿ“„ Efficacy and safety of over-the-scope clips for colorectal leaks and fistulas: a pooled analysis (2022) | ๐Ÿ› Minimally Invasive Therapy & Allied Technologies | ๐Ÿ”— DOI: 10.1080/13645706.2021.2010218

๐Ÿ“„ LncRNA SNHG6 inhibits autophagy of gastric carcinoma cells via PI3K/AKT/mTOR signaling pathway (2022) | ๐Ÿ› American Journal of Translational Research | ๐Ÿ”— PMID: 35702105

๐Ÿ“„ The Role of lncRNA PVT1 and hsa-miR-30a-3p in the Development of Gastric Cancer (2022) | ๐Ÿ› Annals of Clinical and Laboratory Science | ๐Ÿ”— PMID: 35414508

๐Ÿ“„ Laparoscopy for Hepatolithiasis: Biliary Duct Exploration with Primary Closure Versus T-Tube Drainage (2020) | ๐Ÿ› Journal of Laparoendoscopic & Advanced Surgical Techniques | ๐Ÿ”— DOI: 10.1089/lap.2020.0081

๐Ÿ“„ A Comparison of the Relative Safety and Efficacy of Laparoscopic Choledochotomy with Primary Closure and Endoscopic Treatment for Bile Duct Stones in Patients with Cholelithiasis (2020) | ๐Ÿ› Journal of Laparoendoscopic & Advanced Surgical Techniques | ๐Ÿ”— DOI: 10.1089/lap.2019.0775

 

Clara Calia | Clinical Psychology | Women Researcher Award

Dr. Clara Calia | Clinical Psychology | Women Researcher Award

Dr. Clara Calia, University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Dr. Clara Calia is a distinguished academic and clinical psychologist with extensive expertise in global health ethics and clinical psychology. She holds a PhD in Psychology from Queen Margaret University and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from APC โ€“ Scuola di Psicologia Cognitiva, Italy. Her academic journey includes a Postgraduate Diploma in Cognitive Neuroscience from Oxford Brookes University and a Masterโ€™s Degree in Clinical Psychology from Chieti-Pescara University, Italy. Dr. Calia is currently a Senior Lecturer in Clinical Psychology at the University of Edinburgh, where she also serves as the Ethics & Integrity Lead and School Deputy Director of Research. She is actively involved in various professional memberships and has received multiple grants for her research on topics ranging from dementia assessment to mental health interventions in global settings. Her contributions include numerous publications and leadership roles in international research collaborations, emphasizing ethical practices and human rights in global health research. ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿง 

 

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Qualifications

2020: PgCert Academic Practice (Higher Education), University of Edinburgh, UK

2016: PhD in Psychology, Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh, UK

2014: Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (4 years), APC โ€“ Scuola di Psicologia Cognitiva, Italy

2010: Postgraduate Diploma in Cognitive Neuroscience, Oxford Brookes University, UK

2008: Masterโ€™s Degree in Clinical Psychology, Chieti-Pescara University โ€œG. Dโ€™Annunzioโ€, Italy

2006: Bachelorโ€™s Degree in Psychology, Chieti-Pescara University โ€œG. Dโ€™Annunzioโ€, Italy

Research Focus

Dr. Caterina Calia’s research focuses on neuropsychology, particularly in cross-cultural contexts and the assessment of cognitive impairment in elderly populations. She has contributed significantly to understanding memory mechanisms, including short-term memory binding and visuospatial bootstrapping, exploring their implications in Alzheimer’s disease and mild cognitive impairment. Her work also addresses ethical challenges in global research, developing toolkits for ethical analysis and action. Dr. Calia’s interdisciplinary approach spans neuroimaging studies of the striatum and hippocampus to cognitive interventions for refugee populations, emphasizing cultural adaptations in psychosocial interventions. ๐Ÿง ๐ŸŒ

Publication Top Notes

  • Refining understanding of working memory buffers through the construct of binding: Evidence from a single case informs theory and clinical practice ๐Ÿง 
    • Publication: Cortex 112, 37-57 (2019)
    • Cited by: 59
  • Cross-cultural neuropsychological assessment in Europe: Position statement of the European consortium on cross-cultural neuropsychology (ECCroN) ๐ŸŒ
    • Publication: The Clinical Neuropsychologist 36 (3), 546-557 (2022)
    • Cited by: 44
  • Ethical challenges in the COVID-19 research context: a toolkit for supporting analysis and resolution ๐Ÿ“š
    • Publication: Ethics & Behavior 31 (1), 60-75 (2021)
    • Cited by: 39
  • Cross-cultural representations of dementia: an exploratory study ๐ŸŒ
    • Publication: Journal of Global Health 9 (1)
    • Cited by: 39
  • Refining memory assessment of elderly people with cognitive impairment: Insights from the short-term memory binding test ๐Ÿง 
    • Publication: Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics 83, 114-120 (2019)
    • Cited by: 33