Akinori Maruta | Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Akinori Maruta | Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Akinori Maruta, Gifu University Hospital/First Department of Internal Medicine, Japan

Dr. Akinori Maruta is a renowned gastroenterologist based in Gifu, Japan. He currently serves at Gifu University Hospital’s First Department of Internal Medicine since 2025. With extensive experience at prominent institutions such as Gifu Prefectural General Medical Center and Gero Onsen Hospital, his expertise spans gastroenterology, hepatology, and endoscopy. He earned his Doctorate in Gastroenterology from Gifu University in 2018. Dr. Maruta holds various certifications, including Specialist and Instructor titles from the Japanese Society of Gastroenterology and the Japan Gastroenterological Endoscopy Society. He also serves as a Supervising Doctor for the Japan Biliary Association and Japan Pancreas Society. 🏥👨‍⚕️📚

Publication Profile

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Professional Experience 🏥👨‍⚕️

Dr. Akinori Maruta has a distinguished career in gastroenterology, with extensive experience across several leading medical institutions in Japan. He currently serves at Gifu University Hospital in the First Department of Internal Medicine (April 2025-present). Prior to this, he worked at Gifu Prefectural General Medical Center (2018-2025) and Gero Onsen Hospital (2017-2018) in the Department of Gastroenterology. His earlier roles include positions at Gifu University Hospital and Gifu Prefectural General Medical Center (2012-2017), as well as Kizawa Memorial Hospital (2010-2012), where he began as a trainee in 2008. His career reflects a solid progression in clinical practice and expertise.

Education 🎓📚

Dr. Akinori Maruta completed his Doctor of Gastroenterology degree at Gifu University in 2018, where he honed his expertise in the field of gastroenterology. His academic journey began at the Faculty of Medicine, Gifu University, where he graduated in 2008. Throughout his education, Dr. Maruta gained a strong foundation in medical sciences, which laid the groundwork for his successful career in gastroenterology. His educational background from a prestigious institution has been instrumental in shaping his skills and knowledge, supporting his ongoing contributions to the medical field.

Qualifications 🎓

Dr. Akinori Maruta holds several prestigious qualifications in the medical field. He is a General Internal Medicine Specialist certified by the Japanese Society of Internal Medicine. Additionally, he is a Specialist and Instructor for both the Japanese Society of Gastroenterology and the Japan Gastroenterological Endoscopy Society. Dr. Maruta is also a Specialist in the Japan Society of Hepatology. His leadership is further recognized as a Supervising Doctor for both the Japan Biliary Association and the Japan Pancreas Society. These certifications and roles highlight his extensive expertise and contributions to the field of gastroenterology and internal medicine.

Research Focus

Dr. Akinori Maruta’s research primarily focuses on gastroenterology and endoscopic techniques, particularly in the management of biliary and pancreatic disorders. His work includes acute cholangitis, cholecystitis, and malignant biliary obstructions, with an emphasis on endoscopic interventions such as gallbladder stenting, naso-gallbladder drainage, and pancreatic duct stone management. Additionally, Dr. Maruta investigates multicenter cohort studies and propensity score-matched analyses to compare the efficacy of various endoscopic treatments. His contributions to chronic pancreatitis and pancreatic duct stones demonstrate his expertise in advanced endoscopic procedures for gastrointestinal diseases. 🩺🔬🫀

Conclusion

Dr. Akinori Maruta’s extensive professional experience, strong academic credentials, and distinguished qualifications make him a suitable candidate for the “Research for Best Researcher Award.” His contributions to gastroenterology, particularly in endoscopy and hepatology, underscore his expertise and ongoing impact in the medical community.

Publication Top Notes

  • “One‐stage versus two‐stage endoscopic management for acute cholangitis caused by common bile duct stones: A retrospective multicenter cohort study” – Journal of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Sciences, 2024-06, DOI: 10.1002/jhbp.1431 🔬🩺

  • “Comparison of unilateral and bilateral intraductal plastic stent placement for unresectable malignant hilar biliary obstruction: A propensity score‐matched cohort analysis” – Journal of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Sciences, 2024-04, DOI: 10.1002/jhbp.1399 📊🩺

  • “Peroral Pancreatoscopy-Guided Lithotripsy Compared with Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy in the Management of Pancreatic Duct Stones in Chronic Pancreatitis: A Multicenter Retrospective Cohort Study” – Diagnostics, 2024-04-24, DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics14090891 🔬💡

  • “Endoscopic internalization by cutting versus removal of the endoscopic transpapillary naso‐gallbladder drainage tube in preoperative management of acute cholecystitis: A retrospective multicenter cohort study” – Journal of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Sciences, 2023-09, DOI: 10.1002/jhbp.1344 🏥💉

  • “Endoscopic Internalization by Cutting the Endoscopic Transpapillary Nasogallbladder Drainage Tube in Management of Acute Cholecystitis: A Retrospective Multicenter Cohort Study” – Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2022-12-14, DOI: 10.3390/jcm11247415 📚🔬

  • “Permanent endoscopic gallbladder stenting versus removal of gallbladder drainage, long‐term outcomes after management of acute cholecystitis in high‐risk surgical patients for cholecystectomy: Multi‐center retrospective cohort study” – Journal of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Sciences, 2021-12, DOI: 10.1002/jhbp.967 📅🩺

  • “Factors affecting technical success of endoscopic transpapillary gallbladder drainage for acute cholecystitis” – Journal of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Sciences, 2020-07, DOI: 10.1002/jhbp.744 🔬⚙️

  • Efficacy of mapping biopsy using a novel sheath system for the histological diagnosis of superficial ductal spread in distal cholangiocarcinoma: A retrospective multicenter study

  • Endoscopic management of acute cholecystitis in high‐risk surgical patients: A comprehensive review article

     

Enguo Cao | Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

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Enguo Cao | Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr Enguo Cao, Jiangnan University, China

Prof. Cao Enguo 🧑‍🏫 is a distinguished professor and doctoral supervisor at Jiangnan University, China. With a Ph.D. from Japan, he leads the Intelligent Interaction Design Laboratory and serves as deputy director of the Key Laboratory of China Light Industry. His research focuses on intelligent product design and human biomimetic interaction, resulting in over 30 papers and 20+ patents. He has led numerous research projects, including grants from the National Natural Science Foundation of China. Prof. Cao has earned several accolades, including the Yoneyama Rotary Memorial Award and the title of “Top Six Talent Peaks” in Jiangsu Province. 🌟🔬📚

Publication profile

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Research Interests

Intelligent Interaction System Design focuses on creating advanced systems that enhance user experiences through smart and responsive technology. This field encompasses the development of interactive interfaces that adapt to user needs, leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning to offer intuitive and personalized interactions. The goal is to build systems that not only respond to user inputs but also predict and adapt to their preferences, providing a seamless and engaging experience. Such designs are pivotal in various applications, from smart home devices to sophisticated customer service bots, aiming to make technology more accessible and user-friendly.

Research focus

Dr. Enguo Cao’s research primarily focuses on wearable health devices, exoskeleton design, and user experience in robotics. His work includes designing and evaluating various types of exoskeletons for rehabilitation and mobility enhancement, such as passive lower limb exoskeletons and multi-resiliency models. He also explores the integration of emotional and social factors into user experience, aiming to improve interaction with automated systems and devices. His contributions include studies on the physiological effects of exoskeletons during physical activities and data-driven frameworks for predicting user expectations. His research is crucial for advancing assistive technologies and enhancing their practical application. 🤖🦵📊

Publication top notes

User Experience & Usability of Wearable Health Device: A Bibliometric Analysis of 2014–2023

Multi-motion Compound Passive Lower Limb Exoskeleton Design and Its Intelligent Interaction Evaluation 

Design and evaluation of a double rope rehabilitation robot for sit-to-stand training

Exploring the Positive User Experience Possibilities Based on Produc

Design of a multi-resiliency exoskeleton and its physiologic cost evaluation in uphill walking and stair climbing locomotion

A Data-Driven Expectation Prediction Framework Based on Social Exchange Theory

Design and performance evaluation of gravitational potential energy locking exoskeleton 

Design of cyber-physical-social systems with forensic-awareness based on deep learning

Design and optimization of a passive exoskeleton mechanical foot