Mohammed Ahmed | Clinical Bio-Mechanics | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Mohammed Ahmed | Clinical Bio-Mechanics | Best Researcher Award

Corresponding author at Haramaya University, College Of Health And Medical Science, Harar, Ethiopia

Mr. Mohammed Ahmed is a Lecturer in Medical Microbiology at Haramaya University, Ethiopia, with a Master’s and Bachelor’s degree in Medical Microbiology and Medical Laboratory Sciences, respectively, from the same institution. With over seven years of academic, clinical, and research experience, he has been instrumental in teaching microbiology to undergraduate health science students, supervising research projects, and contributing to curriculum development and staff promotion initiatives. He has held various roles, including laboratory technologist, department head, assistant lecturer, and research collaborator with multiple national and international institutions. Mr. Ahmed is a local network lead for the African Reproducibility Network (2024–present) and an active contributor to CeSPI’s participatory research. He has extensive experience in molecular diagnostics, qualitative and quantitative data collection, transcription, and translation for large-scale public health and social studies. His technical proficiency spans across microbiological diagnostics, statistical data analysis (SPSS, STATA, Python, Epi-Info, KoboCollect, Redcap, etc.), and public health evaluation. Recognized for his commitment, Mr. Ahmed continues to advance scientific research and public health initiatives in Ethiopia and beyond.

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🏅 Summary of Suitability: Mr. Mohammed Ahmed for the Research for Best Researcher Award

Mr. Mohammed Ahmed stands as an exemplary nominee for the Research for Best Researcher Award due to his extensive contributions in medical microbiology, infectious disease research, data science, and field-based health program evaluation. With a strong foundation in academic instruction and field epidemiology, he merges scientific rigor with real-world health impact, particularly across Ethiopia’s regional healthcare landscape.

🎓 Educational Background

  • 📘 M.Sc. in Medical Microbiology (Sept 2019 – Dec 2021)
    Haramaya University

  • 📗 B.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Sciences (Sept 2013 – July 2016)
    Haramaya University

  • 📘 Preparatory School (Sept 2011 – June 2012)
    Hirna Preparatory School

  • 📗 Secondary School (Sept 2009 – June 2010)
    Doba Secondary School

  • 📘 Elementary School (Sept 2001 – June 2008)
    Germama Elementary School

💼 Professional Experience

  • 🧪 Lecturer at Haramaya University, CHMS (Dec 2021 – Present)

  • 🧫 Assistant Lecturer at Haramaya University (Oct 2019 – Nov 2021)

  • 🧬 Graduate Assistant-II at Haramaya University (Oct 2018 – Oct 2019)

  • 🏥 Laboratory Technologist & Department Head
    Gara Mulata General Hospital (Oct 2016 – Oct 2018)

  • 🧪 Part-Time Laboratory Technologist
    Family Guidance Association of Ethiopia (Mar 2020 – Jun 2023)

  • 🧑‍🏫 Teaching & Supervising undergraduate and graduate students in various health sciences disciplines since 2018.

  • 🔬 Field researcher, project PI, co-investigator, and supervisor in various health research projects (2018–Present).

  • 🌍 African Reproducibility Network – Local Network Lead (2024–Present)

  • 🧪 Molecular Diagnostic Staff – CHAMPS Lab during COVID-19 (2020–21)

  • 📝 External Examiner – Medical Microbiology & Immunology, Wochemo University (2024)

  • 🤝 CeSPI Participatory Research Collaborator (2024–2025)

🏆 Achievements, Awards & Honors

  • 🎖️ Certificate of Excellence (June 2019)
    Awarded for outstanding supervision and guidance of graduate students at Haramaya University

  • 📜 Certificate of Recognition (June–July 2023)
    Data collection for National Immunization Program Evaluation Research

  • 🧾 Certificates from multiple national-level training programs, including:

    • Laboratory Management & QA

    • Malaria & TB Diagnostics (GeneXpert, AFB)

    • CD4 Count & ART

    • Compassionate Respectful Care (CRC)

    • HIV Rapid Test Kit Training

    • Surveillance, Data Quality & Statistical Training

🌟 Additional Skills & Highlights

  • 💡 Expertise in: Medical Microbiology, Lab Diagnostics, Research Methodology, Data Analysis

  • 💻 Software Proficiency: SPSS, STATA, Epi-Info, REDCap, DHIS2, SurveyCTO, Python, KoboCollect, PrimeCare

  • 🌐 Multilingual: Fluent in Afan Oromo, English, Amharic, Harari; basic Arabic

  • 📊 Extensive Field Experience in:

    • Immunization, Nutrition & Health Research

    • Migration & FGM Studies

    • Data Transcription & Translation (Amharic & Afan Oromo to English)

📚Top Noted  Publications

Global burden of bacterial antimicrobial resistance 1990–2021: a systematic analysis with forecasts to 2050

Cited : 908

Global, regional, and national age-specific progress towards the 2020 milestones of the WHO End TB Strategy: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021

Cited : 60

Bacterial vaginosis and associated factors among pregnant women attending antenatal care in Harar City, Eastern Ethiopia

Cited : 18

Nasal carriage of MRSA among clinically affiliated undergraduate students at the College of Health and Medical Sciences, Haramaya University, Ethiopia

Cited : 1

Nasal carriage rate, associated factors, and antimicrobial susceptibility patterns of methicillin resistance Staphylococcus aureus among pre-clinical undergraduate …

Cited : 1

Conclusion

Mr. Mohammed Ahmed’s impactful blend of academic rigor, practical lab expertise, community health engagement, and leadership in large-scale research projects makes him a highly deserving candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. His unwavering commitment to innovation and public health science aligns perfectly with the spirit of this prestigious honor.

Pedro Villarego | Bio-Mechanics | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Pedro Villarego | Bio-Mechanics | Best Researcher Award

Associate Chief of Surgery at Fundación Jiménez Díaz University Hospital, Spain

Assoc Prof Dr. Pedro Villarego is an accomplished medical professional with over 21 years of specialized experience in surgery. He currently serves as the Associate Chief and coordinator of several surgical units at Fundación Jiménez Díaz University Hospital. 🩺 His expertise spans peritoneal oncologic surgery, hepatobiliary surgery, endocrine surgery, and breast pathology.  He earned his medical degree from the University of Córdoba and a Ph.D. in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Málaga. He has made significant contributions to cancer care, including the establishment of the first Intraperitoneal Chemohyperthermia Unit in Castilla-La Mancha.  Assoc Prof Dr. Pedro Villaregois also recognized for his teaching roles at the Autonomous University of Madrid and has supervised numerous doctoral theses.

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Education  🎓

Assoc Prof Dr. Pedro Villarego completed his Bachelor’s degree in Medicine at the University of Córdoba in 1995. 🩺 He later earned an Official Specialist Title in General Surgery and Digestive System from the 12 de Octubre University Hospital in 2004. 📚 His academic journey culminated with a Ph.D. in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Málaga in 2011, where he defended his doctoral thesis on VEGF and VEGFC levels in gastric cancer. 🎖️ Assoc Prof Dr. Pedro Villarego holds two master’s degrees: one in Medical Management and Clinical Management from UNED (2008-2009) and another in Sarcomas and Musculoskeletal Tumors from the European University of Madrid (2021-2022). 📖 His academic excellence is reflected in his outstanding Cum Laude honors and ongoing dedication to surgical research.

Experience 🏥 

Assoc Prof Dr. Pedro Villaregohas over two decades of specialized surgical experience. He secured a permanent statutory position at Castilla-La Mancha Health Service’s Ciudad Real University Hospital in 2008. 💼 Currently, he serves as the Associate Chief at Fundación Jiménez Díaz University Hospital, coordinating several high-profile units, including Peritoneal Oncologic Surgery and Hepatobiliary Surgery. 👩‍🏫 Since 2022, Dr. [Name] has been an Associate Professor at the Autonomous University of Madrid, where he teaches surgery and biomedical engineering. 📚 His teaching experience also extends to the University of Castilla-La Mancha, where he served from 2013 to 2018. 🎓 He has supervised 5 doctoral theses and 8 undergraduate projects, contributing extensively to surgical education and research.

Awards and Honors 🏅

Assoc Prof Dr. Pedro Villarego has been the recipient of several prestigious awards. In 2013, he received the gold badge of AMUMA for his pioneering work in ovarian cancer care and establishing the first Intraperitoneal Chemohyperthermia Unit in Castilla-La Mancha. 🌟 His dedication to research was recognized in 2020 when he won the National Research Intensification Award from the Quironsalud Group. 🏆 Assoc Prof Dr. Pedro Villarego has been honored for his innovative contributions to cancer treatment, particularly in surgical oncology and multidisciplinary approaches to patient care. 🏅 His efforts have made a significant impact on both clinical practices and surgical research in Spain, earning him national recognition. 📖 Additionally, his research in oncologic surgery has garnered awards for excellence in medical advancement.

Research Focus 🔬

Assoc Prof Dr. Pedro Villarego focuses his research on surgical oncology, particularly peritoneal oncologic surgery and the role of VEGF/VEGFC in gastric cancer recurrence and mortality. 💉 He is dedicated to improving outcomes for cancer patients through innovations in fiber optic sensing, hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC), and minimally invasive surgical techniques. 🩺 His research also explores hepatobiliary and endocrine surgery, as well as breast pathology, aiming to integrate advanced technologies into surgical practices. 📚 Assoc Prof Dr. Pedro Villarego has contributed to over 15 national and provincial projects and holds multiple patents in his field. 📖 His work extends to international collaborations on cancer treatment protocols and he is particularly interested in translational research that bridges clinical applications with scientific discovery.

Publication  Top Notes

Intraperitoneal administration of carcinoembryonic antigen-directed CAR T cells for peritoneal carcinomatosis in colorectal cancer – Cytotherapy (2024)【DOI: 10.1016/J.JCYT.2023.10.007】.

Paclitaxel as HIPEC drug for ovarian peritoneal metastases – Current Oncology (2024)【DOI: 10.3390/CURRONCOL31020048】.

POTEE induces invadopodia formation in breast cancer cells – Molecular Oncology (2024)【DOI: 10.1002/1878-0261.13568】.

Non-invasive estimation of PCI in colorectal peritoneal carcinomatosis – Cirugía Española (2024)【DOI: 10.1016/J.CIRENG.2022.03.021】.

Long-term intraperitoneal access with new catheter design – Journal of Surgical Oncology (2024)【DOI: 10.1002/jso.27843】.

Pseudomyxoma peritonei: No systemic dissemination with undetectable ctDNA – European Journal of Surgical Oncology (2024)【DOI: 10.1016/j.ejso.2024.108395】.

Efficacy and safety of HIPEC in colon cancer – JAMA Surgery (2023)【DOI: 10.1001/JAMASURG.2023.0662】.

First trial of CEB-01 for retroperitoneal sarcoma – Annals of Oncology (2023)【DOI: 10.1016/J.ANNONC.2023.09.1161】.

Adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cells in abdominal sepsis – Stem Cell Research & Therapy (2023)【DOI: 10.1186/S13287-023-03588-X】.

Mucin analysis in pseudomyxoma peritonei – Journal of Clinical Medicine (2023)【DOI: 10.3390/JCM12124007】.

Conclusion

Given the individual’s significant contributions to the fields of surgical oncology, clinical management, research, and education, they are a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Their achievements in establishing innovative cancer treatment methods, combined with their leadership in both medical practice and academic spheres, highlight their outstanding qualifications. Expanding their international research presence and publication record could further enhance their already impressive profile for future recognition.