Sirous Sadeghian Chaleshtori | Inernal Medicine | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sirous Sadeghian Chaleshtori | Inernal Medicine | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor of Tehran University, Iran

Sirous Sadeghian Chaleshtori, an Iranian national born on September 23, 1984, is a distinguished academic and Associate Professor of Large Animal Internal Medicine at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tehran. He also serves at the Institute of Biomedical Research within the same faculty. His career spans expertise in cardiovascular and pulmonary systems in animals, stem cells and regenerative medicine, as well as transplantation and cell therapy of stem cells.

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📚 Education 

Sirous excelled in his academic pursuits, earning recognition as an excellent student during his DVSc at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tehran in 2011. He continued to distinguish himself, culminating in awards such as the annual best student researches of University of Tehran in 2012 and the award for selected academic faculty member of Tehran University in 2022.

💼Professional experience

Sirous Sadeghian Chaleshtori’s professional journey is marked by his role as an Associate Professor, where he contributes significantly to the field of Large Animal Internal Medicine. His affiliation with the University of Tehran underscores his dedication to teaching and research, further enriched by his involvement in the Institute of Biomedical Research.

📋Research focus

His research interests focus on exploring the intricacies of cardiovascular and pulmonary systems in animals, advancing the frontiers of stem cells and regenerative medicine, and pioneering studies in transplantation and cell therapy using stem cells.

🏆 Awards and Recognition :

Sirous has been honored with prestigious awards, including the British Equine Veterinary Association’s World Award (The Peter Rossdale EVE Literary Award) in 2023, highlighting his global impact and contributions to veterinary science.

This consolidated biography encapsulates Sirous Sadeghian Chaleshtori’s academic achievements, professional journey, research interests, and notable recognitions.

📋🌍Publication Top Notes: 

1. Mohammad Ebrahim Mahaki, Sirous Sadeghian Chaleshtori*, Hasti Azarabad, Arman
Shokri. Omental lipoma in a slaughtered lamb. Iranian Journal of Veterinary Medicine.
Accept.
2. Marzieh Mokhber Dezfouli Zohre Eftekhari, Sirous Sadeghian Chaleshtori. The Effect of
Age and Gender on Natural Calves Lung Surfactant Function as a Valuable Therapeutic
Agent for Respiratory Distress Syndrome. Iranian Journal of Veterinary Medicine. Accept.
3. Sirous Sadeghian Chaleshtori, Mohammad Reza Mokber Dezfouli, Alireza Vajhi, Abolfazl
Najd Ghahremani, Neda Sabetzadeh, Javad Abbasi. Right parasternal echocardiographic
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reference values in the healthymale Iranian Shall sheep. Veterinary Medicine and Science.
2024;10:e1535. (IF: 1.8 – Q2)
4. Hamid Tavanaeimanesh, Zahra Alinia, Sirous Sadeghian Chaleshtori, Hamidreza
Moosavian, Zeinab Mohebi, Mojtaba Daneshi. The efficacy of N-acetylcysteine in decreasing
airway inflammation and mucus accumulation in horses with 18 hours of head confinement.
Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine. 2024; 38: 1224–1231. (IF: 2.6 – Q1)
5. Javad Abbasi, Arasb Dabbagh Moghaddam, Mohammad Hashemi, Sirous Sadeghian
Chaleshtori, Ali Khanjari. Improvement of the Immune System with Two Types of
Emergency Rations in the Murine Animal Model. Journal of Nutrition, Fasting and Health.
2023; 11(4): 260-267
6. Alireza Vajhi, Mohammad Reza Mokhber- Dezfouli, omid zehtabvar, Sirous Sadeghian
Chaleshtori, Seyyed Hossein Modarres Tonekabony, Reihaneh Soflaei, Javad Abbasi.
Normal Computed Tomography and radiographic Study of the Nasal Cavity and Paranasal
Sinuses in Shal Sheep (Ovis arries). Iranian Journal of Veterinary Surgery. 2023; 18(2), 133-
144.
7. Afshin Noori, Mohamad Reza Mokhber Dezfouli, Sarah Rajabi, Fatemeh Ganji, Zahra
Ghezelayagh, Elie El Agha, Hossein Baharvand, Sirous Sadeghian Chaleshtori*, Yaser
Tahamtani. Decellularized Lung Extracellular Matrix Scaffold Promotes Human Embryonic
Stem Cell Differentiation towards Alveolar Progenitors. Cell Journal. 2023; 25 (6), 372-382.
(IF: 3.2 – Q3)
8. Masomeh Jabbari Fakhr, Mohamad Reza Mokhber Dezfouli, Sirous Sadeghian
Chaleshtori*. Animal Models and Methods of Myocardial Infarction Induction and theRole
of Tissue Engineering in the Regeneration of Damaged Myocardium. Current Stem Cell
research & Therapy. 2023: 18, 676-689. (IF: 3.7 – Q3)
9. Sirous Sadeghian Chaleshtori*, Mohamad Reza Mokhber Dezfouli, Mohammad hasan Naji
zadeh, Gholamreza Nikbakht Brujeni. Measurement of ANP, BNP and endothelin-1
concentrations in jumping horses with heart valvular regurgitation and their correlation with
the dimensions of heart structures. Equine Veterinary Education. 2022; 1-11. (IF: 1.2 – Q2)
10. Mohamad Reza Mokhber Dezfouli, Faisal Zarghami Faisal, Sadegh Rahbari, Elahe
Ebrahimzadeh Abkooh, Samad Lotfollahzadeh, Sirous Sadeghian Chaleshtori, Parviz
Shayan. Protection of Calves Against Cryptosporidiosis by Hyperimmunization of Pregnant
Cattle Colostrum Using Oocyst Whole Antigens. Iranian Journal of Veterinary Medicine.
2022; 16(4), 380-389.

Chika Anekwe | Preventive Medicine | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Chika Anekwe | Preventive Medicine | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Chika Anekwe, Massachusetts General Hospital,United States

Dr. Chika Anekwe is a distinguished physician and public health advocate with expertise in obesity medicine. 🩺 She holds an MD from the University of Connecticut and an MPH from Columbia University. Currently an Assistant Physician at Massachusetts General Hospital, she previously served at SUNY Stony Brook and Harvard Medical School. Dr. Anekwe’s research focuses on innovative obesity treatments, earning her recognition such as the Biodiversity Fellows Leadership Development Program. She’s also the founder of the New England Obesity Society and contributes as a medical reviewer for Very Well Health. 🏅📚

 

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Education:

Dr. Chika Anekwe pursued a diverse academic journey, earning an AB in Molecular Biology from Princeton University in 2006, followed by an MD in Medicine from the University of Connecticut in 2011. 🎓 Her thirst for knowledge led her to attain a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from Columbia University in 2014, rounding out her expertise in healthcare and public health. 🏥 Throughout her educational endeavors, Dr. Anekwe demonstrated a commitment to understanding the intricate intersections of biology, medicine, and public health, laying the foundation for her impactful career in the healthcare sector.

Honors and Prizes:

Dr. Chika Anekwe’s dedication and achievements have garnered her prestigious honors and prizes throughout her career. 🏆 As a Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholar from 2002 to 2006, she exemplified academic excellence. She continued to excel as an Extra Innings Fellow from 2007 to 2011, supported by the Jackie Robinson Foundation. Additionally, she was recognized as a Sylvia Parkinson Scholar in 2010 by The Hartford Foundation for Public Giving. Her commitment to leadership and innovation was further acknowledged through her participation in the Biodiversity Fellows Leadership Development Program in 2018-2019. Recently, she was named a finalist for the MGH Department of Medicine Diversity and Inclusion Board Sanchez and Ferguson Research Faculty Award in 2021. 🌟

Teaching and Training:

Dr. Chika Anekwe’s commitment to education shines through her involvement in teaching and training programs. 📚 At SUNY Stony Brook Medical Center, she taught Foundations of Medical Practice to 1st and 2nd-year students, offering bi-weekly sessions over three semesters. Transitioning to HMS, she conducted clinical sessions on Metabolism, Nutrition, and Lifestyle Medicine for 3rd and 4th-year students. 🍏 In 2021, she engaged 1st-year HMS students in discussions on Health Policy during bi-weekly sessions. Her dedication continued with the creation of Advanced Integrated Science Course (AISC) sessions focusing on Nutrition, Obesity, and Equity for 3rd-year HMS students in 2023. 🏥

Research Focus:

Dr. Chika Anekwe’s research focuses primarily on the multifaceted aspects of obesity, spanning socioeconomics, pharmacotherapy, and healthcare delivery. 📊 Her work delves into understanding the socioeconomic factors influencing obesity prevalence and management, as well as exploring pharmacotherapeutic options and their effects on metabolic health. Additionally, she investigates the impact of bariatric surgery on diabetes management and compliance. Through her diverse studies, Dr. Anekwe contributes significantly to advancing our understanding of obesity-related conditions and their management, aiming to improve healthcare outcomes and quality of life for individuals affected by obesity. 🏥

Publication Top Notes:
  1. Socioeconomics of obesity📊 Published in Current obesity reports in 2020, cited by 102.
  2. Weight regulation in menopause🩸 Published in Menopause (New York, NY) in 2021, cited by 24.
  3. Ketogenic diet-induced elevated cholesterol, elevated liver enzymes and potential non-alcoholic fatty liver disease🥩 Published in Cureus in 2020, cited by 24.
  4. The role of bariatric surgery on diabetes and diabetic care compliance🩹 Published in Current diabetes reports in 2019, cited by 13.
  5. Pleural pressure targeted positive airway pressure improves cardiopulmonary function in spontaneously breathing patients with obesity🫁 Published in Chest in 2021, cited by 12.
  6. Pharmacotherapeutic options for weight regain after bariatric surgery💊 Published in Current Treatment Options in Gastroenterology in 2021, cited by 8.
  7. A Women’s health perspective on managing obesity🚺 Published in Progress in Cardiovascular Diseases in 2023, cited by 3.
  8. Pharmacotherapy causing weight gain and metabolic alteration in those with obesity and obesity‐related conditions: A review📑 Published in Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences, year of publication unspecified.
  9. Epidemiology of obesity among people with HIV🩺 Published in Current Opinion in HIV and AIDS in 2024, year of publication unspecified.
  10. Role of Reimbursement in the Delivery of Treatment for Obesity in Adults and Children💰 Published in Handbook of Obesity-Volume 2 in 2023, year of publication unspecified.