Nazim Uzzaman | Medicine and Dentistry | Best Researcher Award | 12753

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Dr. Nazim Uzzaman | Medicine and Dentistry | Best Researcher Award

PhD Candidate at The University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Dr. Nazim Uzzaman is a researcher and academic with a focus on chronic respiratory diseases, including asthma, COPD, pulmonary rehabilitation, and digital health. He is currently pursuing a PhD at The University of Edinburgh and has a Master of Public Health from American International University–Bangladesh. Dr. Uzzaman has contributed to 17 research articles, with 7 as the lead author, and has been involved in 8 research projects, serving as Principal Investigator in two. His expertise includes systematic reviews, mixed-methods studies, focused ethnography, and implementation research. Dr. Uzzaman has received several awards, including Best Oral Presentation at the IPCRG World Conference and Best Scientific Research Poster at the PCRS Respiratory Conference. He is an active member of the European Respiratory Society and the International Primary Care Respiratory Group. Additionally, he serves as a peer reviewer for prestigious journals, further cementing his reputation in the research community.

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Education:

Dr. Nazim Uzzaman has a robust academic background in medicine and public health. He completed his Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) at Rajshahi Medical College in Bangladesh in 2010. Following this, he pursued a Master of Public Health (MPH) at American International University–Bangladesh, graduating in 2017. Currently, Dr. Uzzaman is a PhD candidate at The University of Edinburgh, where he is focusing on applied respiratory health research, with his thesis already submitted. His academic journey reflects a commitment to advancing his knowledge in both clinical medicine and public health, particularly in the area of chronic respiratory diseases. This combination of clinical and public health education provides him with a unique perspective on respiratory health research, equipping him to address complex healthcare challenges. Dr. Uzzaman’s academic achievements demonstrate his dedication to both research and practical applications in the medical field.

Professional Experience: 

Dr. Nazim Uzzaman has extensive professional experience in both clinical and academic settings. He is currently a PhD student at The University of Edinburgh, where he is conducting research in respiratory applied health, focusing on chronic respiratory diseases such as asthma, COPD, and pulmonary rehabilitation. Dr. Uzzaman also serves as a part-time tutor for the Master of Family Medicine program and as a dissertation supervisor for the Master of Public Health program at the university. In addition, he is a Trial Manager for the Bangladesh site of a respiratory health project, where he oversees research operations. Previously, Dr. Uzzaman worked at icddr,b in Bangladesh, progressing from Clinical Fellow to Medical Officer, Clinical Trainer, and Training Physician, contributing to healthcare delivery and medical training. He has also worked as a General Practitioner at Green and Green Medical Services in Bangladesh, gaining hands-on experience in primary care and patient management.

Research Interest:

Dr. Nazim Uzzaman’s research interests lie primarily in the field of chronic respiratory diseases, with a focus on asthma, COPD, and pulmonary rehabilitation. He is particularly interested in exploring innovative solutions to improve patient outcomes through digital health technologies. His expertise spans systematic reviews, mixed-methods studies, focused ethnography, and implementation research, which he utilizes to assess and enhance healthcare interventions. Dr. Uzzaman’s work aims to bridge the gap between clinical practice and research, emphasizing the application of evidence-based strategies to improve care for individuals with respiratory conditions. Additionally, his research investigates the effectiveness of pulmonary rehabilitation programs and the integration of digital health tools to support self-management in patients with chronic respiratory diseases. His interdisciplinary approach and commitment to understanding the lived experiences of patients position him as a key contributor to advancing respiratory health research, with the ultimate goal of improving public health outcomes.

Award and Honor: 

Dr. Nazim Uzzaman has received several prestigious awards and honors in recognition of his outstanding contributions to respiratory health research. He was awarded the Best Oral Presentation at the IPCRG World Conference in 2021, highlighting his ability to effectively communicate complex research findings. Additionally, he received the Best Scientific Research Poster award at the PCRS Respiratory Conference in the UK in 2019, further emphasizing his excellence in presenting innovative research in the field. Dr. Uzzaman was also honored with the RESPIRE Fellowship (2019–2020), a prestigious recognition that supports early-career researchers in global respiratory health. His academic and research accomplishments have been consistently acknowledged, with his work being featured in respected journals and conferences. These accolades reflect his commitment to advancing knowledge in chronic respiratory diseases and his growing influence within the global respiratory research community.

Conclusion: 

Dr. Nazim Uzzaman has demonstrated a strong commitment to advancing research in respiratory health, particularly focusing on chronic diseases like asthma, COPD, and pulmonary rehabilitation, along with the integration of digital health solutions. With a robust academic background, including a PhD studentship at The University of Edinburgh and a Master of Public Health, Dr. Uzzaman has contributed significantly to the field through 17 published research articles and involvement in several high-impact projects. His leadership as Principal Investigator and Co-Investigator, coupled with his expertise in systematic reviews, mixed-methods studies, and implementation research, underscores his capability in driving impactful health research. Recognized for his scholarly work with multiple awards, including Best Oral Presentation and Best Scientific Research Poster, Dr. Uzzaman continues to make valuable contributions to the academic community. His ongoing work and professional involvement in global respiratory health organizations position him as a promising leader in clinical academic research.

Publication Top Notes : 

  • Title: Systematic review of clinical effectiveness, components, and delivery of pulmonary rehabilitation in low-resource settings
    Authors: GMM Habib, R Rabinovich, K Divgi, S Ahmed, SK Saha, S Singh, A Uddin, MN Uzzaman, …
    Year: 2020
    Citations: 46
  • Title: Effectiveness of home-based pulmonary rehabilitation: systematic review and meta-analysis
    Authors: MN Uzzaman, D Agarwal, SC Chan, JP Engkasan, GMM Habib, …
    Year: 2022
    Citations: 40
  • Title: Continuing professional education for general practitioners on chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: feasibility of a blended learning approach in Bangladesh
    Authors: MN Uzzaman, T Jackson, A Uddin, N Rowa-Dewar, MJ Chisti, …
    Year: 2020
    Citations: 32
  • Title: Correlates of climate variability and dengue fever in two metropolitan cities in Bangladesh
    Authors: MZ Islam, S Rutherford, D Phung, MN Uzzaman, S Baum, MM Huda, …
    Year: 2018
    Citations: 30
  • Title: Engaging with stakeholders in a research programme to promote implementation of pulmonary rehabilitation in Bangladesh: Challenges and opportunities
    Authors: GMM Habib, MN Uzzaman, P Malik, R Rabinovich, A Uddin, SMR Alam, …
    Year: 2020
    Citations: 12
  • Title: Clinical effectiveness and components of home-pulmonary rehabilitation for people with chronic respiratory diseases: a systematic review protocol
    Authors: MN Uzzaman, SC Chan, RH Shunmugam, JP Engkasan, D Agarwal, …
    Year: 2021
    Citations: 9
  • Title: Prevalence of type 2 diabetes mellitus among urban Bihari communities in Dhaka, Bangladesh: a cross-sectional study in a minor ethnic group
    Authors: M Asaduzzaman, S Chowdhury, JH Shahed, MAH Kafi, MN Uzzaman, …
    Year: 2018
    Citations: 9
  • Title: Characteristics of Rotavirus, ETEC, and Vibrio Cholerae among under 2-year children attending an urban diarrheal disease hospital in Bangladesh
    Authors: MHR Sarker, M Moriyama, MM Rahman, SK Das, MN Uzzaman, J Das, …
    Year: 2021
    Citations: 8
  • Title: Village doctors: a national telephone survey of Bangladesh’s lay medical practitioners
    Authors: O Muurlink, N Uzzaman, RJ Boorman, S Binte Kibria, T Best, …
    Year: 2023
    Citations: 4
  • Title: Beyond the regulatory radar: knowledge and practices of rural medical practitioners in Bangladesh
    Authors: H Sujon, MHR Sarker, A Uddin, S Banu, MR Islam, MR Amin, MS Hossain, …
    Year: 2023
    Citations: 3
  • Title: Asynchronous digital health interventions for reviewing asthma: A mixed-methods systematic review protocol
    Authors: MN Uzzaman, V Hammersley, K McClatchey, J Sheringham, GMM Habib, …
    Year: 2023
    Citations: 3
  • Title: Professional development of health researchers during the COVID-19 pandemic: challenges and prospects of synchronous online learning
    Authors: H Sujon, MN Uzzaman, S Banu, MR Islam, M Asaduzzaman, A Ahmed, …
    Year: 2022
    Citations: 3
  • Title: Improving physicians’ capacity for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease care through blended e-learning: a pilot study in Bangladesh
    Authors: MN Uzzaman, S Banu, GMM Habib, AHME Hossain, MJ Kabir, MR Karim, …
    Year: 2018
    Citations: 3
  • Title: Neonatal pneumonia in a rural primary care hospital in Bangladesh: prevalence, validation of clinical features and their outcome
    Authors: MN Uzzaman, MAF Khan, T Ahmed, MHR Sarker, S Yeasmin, KN Saqeeb, …
    Year: 2016
    Citations: 1
  • Title: Effectiveness and Acceptability of Asynchronous Digital Health in Asthma Care: Mixed Methods Systematic Review
    Authors: N Uzzaman, V Hammersley, K McClatchey, J Sheringham, D Singh, …
    Year: 2024
    Citations: N/A (Future publication)
  • Title: Exploring the perceptions of patients with chronic respiratory diseases and their insights into pulmonary rehabilitation in Bangladesh
    Authors: GMM Habib, N Uzzaman, R Rabinovich, S Akhter, M Ali, M Sultana, …
    Year: 2024
    Citations: N/A (Future publication)
  • Title: Characteristics of pulmonary rehabilitation programmes and their effects on exercise capacity and quality of life in patients with interstitial lung diseases: a systematic …
    Authors: J Jimenez, F Tahirah, N Uzzaman, R Hisham, N Zawani, H Pinnock, …
    Year: 2023
    Citations: N/A (Future publication)
  • Title: Asynchronous digital health interventions (aDHI) for reviewing asthma: a mixed-methods systematic review
    Authors: N Uzzaman, V Hammersley, K McClatchey, J Sheringham, M Habib, …
    Year: 2023
    Citations: N/A (Future publication)
  • Title: Changing Water-Sanitation Determinants of Cholera over Two Decades in Bangladesh
    Authors: MHR Sarker, SK Das, H Sujon, M Moriyama, MM Rahman, MN Uzzaman, …
    Year: 2023
    Citations: N/A (Future publication)
  • Title: Feasibility study of home-based pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) in Bangladesh
    Authors: GMM Habib, R Rabinovich, N Uzzaman, K Nahar, S Akter, H Pinnock
    Year: 2022
    Citations: N/A (Future publication)

 

Min-ran Li | Medicine and Dentistry | Women Researcher Award

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Ms. Min-ran Li | Medicine and Dentistry | Women Researcher Award

Ms. Min-ran Li, The First Affiliated Hospital of Jinan University, China

Dr. Minran Li is the Chief Physician at the Division of Infectious Disease at The First Affiliated Hospital of Jinan University. He earned his M.D. in Internal Medicine from Peking University and has extensive expertise in infectious diseases, particularly nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and chronic hepatitis B. His research focuses on discovering noninvasive biomarkers and the molecular mechanisms behind liver diseases. Dr. Li has published numerous articles and has been recognized as a Guangdong High-Level Personnel of Young Talents. 🏥📚

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Education

Ms. Li holds an M.D. in Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease) from Beijing Peking University, a Master’s in Internal Medicine from Hebei Medical University, and a Bachelor’s in Clinical Medicine. This strong educational foundation has empowered her expertise in infectious diseases, particularly liver-related conditions like NASH (nonalcoholic steatohepatitis) and CHB (chronic hepatitis B).

Work Experience

Currently serving as Chief Physician in the Division of Infectious Diseases at the First Affiliated Hospital of Jinan University, Ms. Li has progressively taken on roles of increasing responsibility, including as Associate Chief Physician at The Fifth Hospital of Shijiazhuang. Her work centers on managing liver diseases and exploring innovative biomarkers.

Research Interests

Her research focuses on discovering noninvasive biomarkers for pathological features of NASH in combination with CHB. Her findings on the role of HIGD1A and fibrosis development in liver disease have been pivotal in identifying therapeutic targets, advancing the understanding of liver disease progression.

Awards and Recognitions

Her dedication has been recognized with honors such as the Guangdong High-Level Personnel of Young Talents Program and the Yangcheng Good Doctor Award, underscoring her excellence in medical research and practice.

Conclusion

Ms. Min-ran Li’s strong academic background, leadership in liver disease research, and national and international recognition make her a strong candidate for the Research for Women Researcher Award.

 

Publication Top Notes

  • Pan, Y. et al. (2024). Overexpression of LAG-3: a potential indicator of low immune function in tuberculosis. Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology, 14, 1410015. 🦠 (0 citations)
  • Li, M.-R. et al. (2024). The function role of HIGD1A in nonalcoholic steatohepatitis from chronic hepatitis B. Scandinavian Journal of Gastroenterology, 59(4), 445–455. 🥗 (0 citations)
  • Li, J.-Z. et al. (2023). Mechanism and Progress of Natural Products in the Treatment of NAFLD-Related Fibrosis. Molecules, 28(23), 7936. 🌿 (0 citations)
  • Li, M.-R. et al. (2023). Clinical Features of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease in the Non-Lean Population. Obesity Facts, 16(5), 427–434. 🍔 (1 citation)
  • Pan, Y. et al. (2023). Immune checkpoint inhibitors in cancer patients with COVID-19. Open Life Sciences, 18(1), 20220641. 💉 (1 citation)
  • Li, J.-Z. et al. (2022). Characteristics and treatment strategies for hepatocellular carcinoma caused by nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. Zhonghua gan zang bing za zhi, 30(12), 1392–1396. 🏥 (0 citations)
  • Yang, L. et al. (2022). Progress in research of lipogenesis inhibitors for treatment of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. World Chinese Journal of Digestology, 30(16), 735–742. 🧬 (1 citation)
  • Li, J.-Z. et al. (2021). The identify role and molecular mechanism of the MALAT1/hsa-mir-20b-5p/TXNIP axis in liver inflammation caused by CHB in patients with chronic HBV infection complicated with NAFLD. Virus Research, 298, 198405. 🔬 (20 citations)
  • Zheng, X.-L. et al. (2021). Effect of optimizing oxygen therapy on multiple organ function and prognosis of patients with COVID-19. Chinese Journal of Pathophysiology, 37(5), 909–914. 🫁 (0 citations)
  • Li, M.-R. et al. (2020). Clinical features of hepatitis B patients at immune-tolerance phase with basal core promoter and/or precore mutations. Journal of Viral Hepatitis, 27(10), 1044–1051. 🦠 (4 citations)