Ding Wen Wu | Transfusion Medicine | Best Researcher Award

Published on 08/10/202508/10/2025 by Medical Lab Scientist

Prof. Ding Wen Wu | Transfusion Medicine | Best Researcher Award

Professor | NYU Grossman School of Medicine | United states

Prof. Ding Wen Wu is a distinguished researcher and educator in the field of transfusion medicine, currently affiliated with the NYU Grossman School of Medicine, United States. With a career dedicated to advancing patient blood management and diagnostic innovation, he has made notable contributions that bridge laboratory research and real-world clinical practice. His research focuses on improving transfusion safety, optimizing resource utilization, and promoting evidence-based approaches that enhance healthcare efficiency and patient outcomes. Prof. Wu’s academic profile demonstrates strong scholarly impact, with 10 published scientific documents, 97 citations, and an h-index of 3, reflecting the quality and growing influence of his work within the international medical community. His studies have appeared in highly respected journals such as JAMA Internal Medicine, Life, Healthcare, and the Journal of Clinical Apheresis, where his findings have shaped new perspectives in transfusion medicine and clinical diagnostics. Beyond research, Prof. Wu is also recognized for his mentorship and leadership in education, actively guiding emerging medical scientists and fostering collaboration, innovation, and integrity in research. His interdisciplinary approach and commitment to continuous improvement underscore his vision for integrating artificial intelligence, real-world data analytics, and precision-based methodologies into modern healthcare systems. Through his dedication to advancing transfusion science and promoting global standards in laboratory medicine, Prof. Ding Wen Wu continues to serve as an inspiring figure whose work contributes significantly to safer, more efficient, and patient-centered medical practices worldwide.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID

Feaured Publications

1. Wu, D. W., Friedman, M. T., Lombardi, D. P., Hwang, R., Sender, J., Cobaj, V., Karpinos, R. (2024). Impact of patient blood management on red blood cell utilization in an urban community teaching hospital: A seven-year retrospective study. Life, 14(2), 232.

2. Karpinos, R., Friedman, M., Lombardi, D., Li, Y., Cobaj, V., Niazi, M., Lai, P., & Wu, D. W. (2025). Implementation and impact of a patient blood management program in an urban community hospital: An eight-year study. Healthcare, 13(19), 2462.

3. Tanhehco, Y. C., Alsammak, M., Wu, D. W., Costa, V., Chhibber, V., Levenbrown, Y., … Wehrli, G. (2024). An annual review of important apheresis articles from the American Society for Apheresis Attending Physician Subcommittee. Journal of Clinical Apheresis, 39(6), e22152.

4. Wu, D. W., Jacobson, J., Lifshitz, M., Li, Y., Lyu, C., Friedmann, R., … Hilbert, T. (2023). Association between post-transfusion hemoglobin S levels and pre-transfusion levels at the next scheduled transfusion. Journal of Clinical Apheresis, 38(5), 529–539.

5. Ortigoza, M. B., Yoon, H., Goldfeld, K. S., Troxel, A. B., Daily, J. P., Wu, Y., … Wu, D. W. (2022). Efficacy and safety of COVID-19 convalescent plasma in hospitalized patients: A randomized clinical trial. JAMA Internal Medicine, 182(2), 115–126.

Liying Ren | Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

Published on 13/09/202513/09/2025 by Medical Lab Scientist

Dr. Liying Ren | Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

Liying Ren | Peking University |China

Ren Liying is a medical researcher in hepatology and oncology, currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Internal Medicine at the Peking University Hepatology Institute, Peking University People’s Hospital, under the mentorship of Professor Chen Hongsong. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Medicine from Hubei University of Science and Technology and her Master’s degree from Guilin Medical University under Professor Liao Weijia, before advancing to doctoral studies. Her research focuses on hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), with an emphasis on integrating molecular biology, imaging, and clinical practice to improve patient outcomes. Ren has authored and co-authored several impactful publications in respected journals, including Cancers, Journal of Hepatocellular Carcinoma, BMC Cancer, World Journal of Gastroenterology, and Cancer Medicine. As first author, her study in Cancers identified the tumor-suppressive role of hemopexin in HCC via TNF-α–mediated mitochondrial apoptosis, while her review explored radiomics and radiogenomics as tools to bridge imaging and molecular characterization in liver cancer. She has also contributed to predictive models and radiomics-based approaches for recurrence and prognosis stratification after surgical resection of HCC. With a strong clinical foundation and commitment to translational research, Ren represents a new generation of physician-scientists advancing precision medicine in liver disease and cancer.

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Featured Publications

1.Ren L#, Man Y#, Zhang X, Guo Q, She S, Yang Y, Fei R, Cong X, Chen D, Wei W, Chen H*.**
Hemopexin Suppresses Hepatocellular Carcinoma via TNF-α-Mediated Mitochondrial Apoptosis.
Cancers. 2025; 17(18):2969. (Q2, IF=4.4)

2.Ren L#, Chen DB#, Yan X, She S, Yang Y, Zhang X, Liao W, Chen H.**
Bridging the Gap Between Imaging and Molecular Characterization: Current Understanding of Radiomics and Radiogenomics in Hepatocellular Carcinoma. Journal of Hepatocellular Carcinoma. 2024; 11:2359-2372. (Q2, IF=3.4)

3.Ren L#, Chen D#, Xu W, Xu T, Wei R, Suo L, Huang Y, Chen H, Liao W.**
Predictive Potential of Nomogram Based on GMWG for Patients with Hepatocellular Carcinoma after Radical Resection. BMC Cancer. 2021; 21(1):817. (Q2, IF=3.4)

4.Li S#, Su L#, Xu T#, Ren L#, et al.
Radiomics Model Based on Contrast-Enhanced CT to Predict Early Recurrence in Patients with Hepatocellular Carcinoma after Radical Resection. World Journal of Gastroenterology. 2023; 29(26):4186-4199. (Q1, IF=5.1)

5.Xu T#, Ren L#, Liao M#, Zhao B, Wei R, Zhou Z, He Y, Zhang H, Chen D, Chen H, Liao W.**
Preoperative Radiomics Analysis of Contrast-Enhanced CT for Microvascular Invasion and Prognosis Stratification in Hepatocellular Carcinoma. Journal of Hepatocellular Carcinoma. 2022; 9:189-201. (Q2, IF=3.4)

6.Chen D#, Gao J#, Ren L#, Chen P, Yang Y, She S, Xie Y, Liao W, Chen H.*
A Signature Based on NKG2D Ligands to Predict the Recurrence of Hepatocellular Carcinoma after Radical Resection.
Cancer Medicine. 2023; 12(5):6337-6347. (Q2, IF=3.1)

Sara Ghanem | Genetics | Best Researcher Award

Published on 25/06/202525/06/2025 by Medical Lab Scientist

Assist. Prof. Dr. Sara Ghanem | Genetics | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at National Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries, NIOF, Egypt

Dr. Sara Fathi Ghanem is an Assistant Professor of Genetics, Cell Biology, and Histology at the National Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries (NIOF), Egypt. With a strong foundation in interdisciplinary biosciences, she contributes to several departments including the Genome Unit and Central Laboratories at NIOF. Dr. Ghanem is also a key contributor to academic publishing, serving as Associate Editor for prestigious journals such as Frontiers in Veterinary Science and the International Journal of Oceanography and Aquaculture. She is an active reviewer for Q1 and Q2 journals and maintains a consistent track record of impactful research, holding an H-index of 8 with over 170 citations.

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Education

Dr. Ghanem earned her Ph.D. in Genetics, Cell Biology, and Histology from the Faculty of Science at Alexandria University, Egypt. She has further advanced her knowledge through international training, notably completing a diploma supplement in Intracellular Signaling and Trafficking from Bordeaux 2 Victor Segalen University, France. Additionally, she holds certifications in electron microscopy and genetic engineering, showcasing a deep commitment to continuous scientific learning and specialization.

Experience

Professionally, Dr. Ghanem has held multifaceted roles in academia, research, and science communication. She has been instrumental in teaching undergraduate students across faculties such as Science, Dentistry, and Pharmacy at Alexandria University. Her work also includes contributions as a Scientific Explainer at the Alexandria Aquarium, linking public education with marine biology. Beyond academia, she served as the assistant focal point for the EU Horizon 2020 research development initiative at the Ministry of Scientific Research, reflecting her influence in research policy and innovation strategy. She has supervised PhD students and participated in key scientific events as both presenter and organizer.

Research Interest

Dr. Ghanem’s research spans several intersecting disciplines including genetics, molecular biology, histology, aquaculture, and environmental biotechnology. Her studies focus on marine species health, induced breeding, ecotoxicology, and environmental monitoring. Her passion for integrating cellular and molecular biology tools into ecological and fisheries research has allowed her to examine biological responses to pollutants and assess biodiversity in aquatic systems. Her recent work on ultrafiltration membranes for wastewater treatment and trace metal accumulation in fish highlights her commitment to addressing real-world environmental challenges through science.

Award

Dr. Ghanem’s contributions have earned her various recognitions. She received a Certificate of Merit from Bibliotheca Alexandrina and was selected by Egypt’s Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research to represent the country in the European CST Med4 Seminar in France. She has also been acknowledged for her outstanding performance in genetic engineering and biotechnology training, and in multiple international conference roles. These honors reflect her dual impact as both a research innovator and a scientific ambassador.

Publication

Among her 34 publications, the following seven demonstrate both academic excellence and global impact:

Ghanem, S.F., et al. (2024). Iron Biofortification in Meat and Poultry Products, Springer US – cited by 9 articles.

Helal, M., Ghanem, S.F. & El-Sikaily, A. (2022). Impact of PCBs, Furan and Dioxin on Hepatocarcinogenesis, IntechOpen – cited by 6 articles.

Ghanem, S.F. (2021). Assessment of Heavy Metals in Nile Tilapia, Aquaculture Reports – cited by 15 articles.

Ghanem, S.F. (2020). Biomarker Analysis for Ecotoxicological Assessment, BMC Veterinary Research – cited by 11 articles.

Ghanem, S.F. (2019). Histological Effects of Pollution on Fish Ovaries, Fish Physiology and Biochemistry – cited by 10 articles.

Ghanem, S.F. (2018). Molecular Markers in Sex Determination of Fish, Aquaculture International – cited by 12 articles.

Ghanem, S.F. (2017). Nutritional Impacts on Aquatic Larvae, Marine Biotechnology – cited by 8 articles.
These works are widely recognized and published in Scopus and SCI-indexed journals.

Conclusion

Dr. Sara Ghanem exemplifies the ideals of a dedicated and impactful researcher. Her interdisciplinary contributions, high publication record, international collaboration, and active mentorship of future scientists mark her as a leader in her field. Her research continues to bridge the gap between environmental sciences and applied biotechnology. Given her demonstrated excellence in academic and applied research, she is a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award.