Rossana Vasconcelos | Health and Medicine Advances | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Rossana Vasconcelos | Health and Medicine Advances | Editorial Board Member

Teacher | University of Santo Amaro | Brazil

Dr. Rossana Vasconcelos is a Brazilian dermatologist whose scholarly contributions span clinical dermatology, cosmetic dermatology, and aesthetic science. With 55 citations, 15 indexed publications, and an h-index of 3 in Scopus, her research presence reflects sustained engagement in advancing dermatological knowledge, particularly within the fields of skin health, cosmetic procedures, and patient-centered aesthetic care. Her academic work focuses on integrating evidence-based dermatological practice with emerging cosmetic technologies. Dr. Rossana Vasconcelos has contributed to peer-reviewed journal publications highlighting innovative approaches in skin treatments, dermatologic surgery, and cosmetic applications designed to enhance patient safety and therapeutic outcomes. Her conference outputs further expand her role in disseminating insights on aesthetic dermatology, emphasizing practical innovations and contemporary trends in minimally invasive procedures. In addition to scholarly publications, she has fostered research and mentorship within dermatology, promoting clinical inquiry into skin physiology, anti-aging strategies, cosmeceutical effectiveness, and procedural dermatology. Her research interests include dermato-cosmetic techniques, skin rejuvenation methodologies, pigmentation disorders, and interdisciplinary approaches linking dermatology with aesthetics, well-being, and lifestyle science. Dr. Rossana Vasconcelos has been active in dermatology communities through contributions aligned with the Brazilian Society of Dermatology (SBD) and the Brazilian Society of Dental Surgery (SBCD), supporting scientific engagement and knowledge dissemination. Her research-related recognitions reflect her commitment to combining clinical expertise with continuous academic development. She participates in peer-review activities aligned with dermatology journals and maintains a growing impact through collaborative clinical projects and aesthetic dermatology research initiatives. Her scholarly trajectory is shaped by a balance of scientific curiosity, clinical excellence, and innovative exploration of cosmetic dermatology, resulting in meaningful contributions to the dermatological research landscape in Brazil. Driven by dedication, creativity, and a deep engagement with human well-being, Dr. Rossana Vasconcelos continues to advance research that bridges science, aesthetics, and patient-centered dermatologic care.

Profiles: Scopus | ResearchGate

Featured Publications

1. Amiri, M., Ajasllari, G., Llane, A., & Fabi, S. G. (2025, October). Enhancing methodological rigor in MFU-V meta-analyses: A commentary on evidence synthesis and interpretation. Aesthetic Surgery Journal.

2. Crocco, E., Vasconcelos, R. C. F., Andrade, C. S., & Coutinho, A. L. (2025, August). Treatment of acne vulgaris with a topical application of retinaldehyde, glycolic acid, and Silybum marianum fruit extract: A pilot study. Cureus.

3. Oliveira, G., Cordeiro, A. A. R., Portela, L. C., Crocco, E., & Vasconcelos, R. C. F. (2025, July). Impact of unlawful aesthetic practices in Brazil: A multicenter survey on complications and the need for regulatory reform. Dermatologic Surgery.

4. Di Sessa, D., Pecora, C. de S., Vasconcelos, R. C. F., & Moreira, G. L. (2025, May). Single session of calcium hydroxylapatite, incobotulinumtoxin A, and hyaluronic acid for gluteal aesthetic improvement. Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.

5. Vasconcelos, R., Arruda, P., Heredia-Combariza, N., & Almeida, A. T. de. (2025, May). Recommendations for the use of Cohesive Polydensified Matrix (CPM) filler technology for facial rejuvenation by the Latin American Expert Group (LAEG). Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery.

Priyanka Garg | Health and Medicine | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Priyanka Garg | Health and Medicine | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor, Lovely Professional University, India

Ms. Priyanka Garg is currently serving as an Assistant Professor at the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Lovely Professional University (LPU), Punjab, India, where she contributes actively to academic instruction, clinical research, and student mentorship. She holds an M.Pharm in Pharmacy Practice (2022) and a B.Pharm (2020), both from Lovely Professional University, with specialization in pharmacotherapy, pharmacovigilance, and patient-centered care. Her primary research interests encompass pharmacogenomics, clinical pharmacology, women’s health, chronic disease management, and the role of gut microbiota in metabolic disorders, with emerging work focusing on personalized medicine for PCOS and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. Professionally, she has served at LPU since January 2023 and previously trained at Shiva Biogenetic Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd. and Doaba Hospital Pvt. Ltd., where she gained practical expertise in manufacturing, IPQC, patient monitoring, and clinical data analysis. Her key contributions include two granted copyrights—“Laboratory and Clinical Result for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome” (2024) and “Clinical Findings for Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome” (2025)—and several impactful presentations at national and international conferences such as SHE-SCIENCE 2025 and the International Conference of Pharmacy series. She has published indexed research in reputed journals including Obesity Medicine and Human Gene. Her scholarly influence is reflected through her author metrics: 3 documents, 25 citations and an h-index of 2. Among her awards and honors, she was recognized for her publication on Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Quality of Life (2022) and received accolades for her leadership roles as Faculty Coordinator and Organizing Committee Member for major scientific events at LPU. Additionally, she serves as a Reviewer for the Population Medicine Journal and engages in academic outreach, environmental awareness, and student development programs. Through her interdisciplinary research and commitment to education, Ms. Priyanka Garg aims to advance pharmacogenomics-based therapeutic strategies and promote evidence-driven healthcare innovation that bridges scientific discovery with societal impact.

Profile: Scopus | ORCID | ResearchGate

Featured Publications

1. Garg, P., & Yanadaiah, P. (2025). Assessment of quality of life among type 2 diabetes mellitus and hypertensive patients in Punjab region: A WHOQoL-BREF based hospital study. Obesity Medicine, 58, 100651.

2. Garg, P., Jallepalli, V. R., & Verma, S. (2024). Unravelling the CXCL12/CXCR4 axis in breast cancer: Insights into metastasis, microenvironment interactions, and therapeutic opportunities. Human Gene, 40, 201272.

3. Garg, P., & Duggal, N. (2022). Type 2 diabetes mellitus, its impact on quality of life and how the disease can be managed–A review. Obesity Medicine, 35, 100459.

 

Cheikh Sokhna | Health and Medicine | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Cheikh Sokhna | Health and Medicine | Best Researcher Award

Research Director, Institute of Research for Development (IRD), France

Prof. Cheikh Sokhna is a distinguished medical biologist, malariologist and epidemiologist, serving as Research Director at the Institute of Research for Development (IRD), France, director of the Joint Research Team on Infectious, Neglected and Emerging Diseases in the South (MINES) and Team Leader at the Mediterranean Infection University Hospital Institute in Marseille. He holds a Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences from Cheikh Anta Diop University of Dakar (UCAD, Senegal) and a Habilitation to Direct Research (HDR) in Infectious and Tropical Diseases from Aix-Marseille University (AMU, France). Over the past 25 years, he has focused on malaria, persistent and emerging infectious diseases in West Africa, leading numerous projects and international collaborations with CNRS, Institut Pasteur and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. His professional experience includes leadership roles at Aix-Marseille University, IRD, Institut de Microbiologie de la Méditerranée (CNRS) and multiple Pasteur Network centers, reflecting a strong global research presence. Prof. Cheikh Sokhna has supervised 39 theses, including 13 co-supervised between UCAD and AMU and has produced over 480 indexed articles, 2 book directions, and 13 book chapters, with 336 documented publications, 9,382 citations and an h-index of 48. His research interests include infectious diseases, malaria epidemiology, emerging pathogens and tropical disease control and his skills encompass infectious disease research, international development and large-scale scientific project management. He is the first elected President of the Senegalese Society of Parasitology, Mycology and Entomology (SOSEPAME) and actively promotes public science education through media engagements. Prof. Cheikh Sokhna is highly deserving of recognition for his groundbreaking contributions to infectious disease research, mentorship and global health collaborations, demonstrating strong potential to advance high-impact research, strengthen international partnerships and shape the next generation of biomedical scientists.

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Featured Publications

1. Lagier, J. C., Khelaifia, S., Alou, M. T., Ndongo, S., Dione, N., Hugon, P., Caputo, A., … Raoult, D…etc (2016). Culture of previously uncultured members of the human gut microbiota by culturomics. Nature Microbiology, 1(12), 1045.

2. Trape, J. F., Tall, A., Diagne, N., Ndiath, O., Ly, A. B., Faye, J., Dieye-Ba, F., … Rogier, C…etc (2011). Malaria morbidity and pyrethroid resistance after the introduction of insecticide-treated bednets and artemisinin-based combination therapies: A longitudinal study. The Lancet Infectious Diseases, 11(12), 925–932.

3. Senghor, B., Sokhna, C., Ruimy, R., & Lagier, J. C. (2018). Gut microbiota diversity according to dietary habits and geographical provenance. Human Microbiome Journal, 7, 1–9.

4. Sougoufara, S., Diédhiou, S. M., Doucouré, S., Diagne, N., Sembène, P. M., & Sokhna, C…etc (2014). Biting by Anopheles funestus in broad daylight after use of long-lasting insecticidal nets: A new challenge to malaria elimination. Malaria Journal, 13(1), 125.

5. Mediannikov, O., Fenollar, F., Socolovschi, C., Diatta, G., Bassene, H., Molez, J. F., … Raoult, D…etc (2010). Coxiella burnetii in humans and ticks in rural Senegal. PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases, 4(4), e654.