Dr. Patricia Kern Di Scala Andreis | Dentistry| Excellence in Academia Award

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Dr. Patricia Kern Di Scala Andreis | Dentistry| Excellence in Academia Award

PhD student, Pontificia Universidade Católica do Paraná, Brazil

Dr. Patricia Kern Di Andreis, an accomplished orthodontist from Paraguay, is the proprietor of KERN Odontologia. With expertise in various dental specialties, she is known for her passion for improving patients’ oral health. Dr. Kern is actively engaged in clinical research and dental education, blending her technical skills with a focus on innovation and patient care. 🌟🦷

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Strengths for the Award:

  1. Diverse Expertise: Dr. Patricia Kern Di Andreis has extensive qualifications across various fields within dentistry, including orthodontics, implantology, dentistic restorations, and orofacial harmonization. This interdisciplinary expertise showcases her commitment to both clinical excellence and continuous learning, key traits for the Research for Excellence in Academia Award.
  2. Research Contributions: Her work includes impactful publications, such as “Predicting the Risk of Maxillary Canine Impaction Using Supervised Machine Learning” and studies on bruxism and facial pain during the COVID-19 pandemic. These publications demonstrate her ability to address both contemporary issues and long-standing clinical challenges through innovative research.
  3. Leadership and Service: Her roles as a proprietor of multiple dental clinics and her involvement as treasurer in the Asociación de los Jovenes Empresarios Paraguay highlight her leadership and contributions to the dental community, especially in Paraguay. Her service to dental associations in Paraguay and Brazil reflects her commitment to the profession on a broader scale.
  4. Teaching and Mentorship: Dr. Kern has academic credentials in university didactics, positioning her as an educator in the field. Her experience in integrating orthodontic knowledge with teaching demonstrates her contribution to shaping future professionals in the field.

Areas for Improvement:

  1. International Recognition: While Dr. Kern’s work is widely recognized in Latin America, increasing her visibility and collaboration on the global stage would further bolster her candidacy for an award of this scale. Participation in international conferences and broader collaboration might elevate her profile.
  2. Expansion of Research Impact: While her publications cover important areas in dentistry, expanding her research to include more interdisciplinary work or larger clinical trials could enhance the overall impact of her academic contributions.
  3. Higher Education Degrees: Dr. Kern is currently a master’s candidate, and while her specialization in orthodontics and related areas is strong, obtaining a PhD or equivalent higher research degree could enhance her academic stature and research credentials.

Education

Dr. Kern holds a rich educational background in dentistry. She is currently pursuing a Master’s in Integrated Clinical Dentistry with an emphasis on Orthodontics from Pontificia Universidade Católica do Paraná. Additionally, she has specialized qualifications in Orofacial Harmonization, Implantology, Orthodontics, Restorative Dentistry, and Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction. 🎓📚

Experience

Dr. Kern has over a decade of experience running her own dental practice, with previous positions in both Paraguay and Brazil. She currently leads KERN Odontologia as the Technical Director, offering a range of dental services while maintaining her role as a trusted expert in orthodontics. 💼🔬

Research Focus

Dr. Kern’s research focuses on advanced orthodontic techniques, facial pain management, and the impact of dental treatments on patients’ overall well-being. She is particularly interested in bruxism, occlusal splints, and early orthodontic interventions in special needs patients. 🔍📈

Awards and Honors

Dr. Kern has earned recognition for her dedication to dentistry, including her role as Treasurer for the Asociación de los Jovenes Empresarios Paraguay. She is a proud member of professional organizations such as the Circulo de Odontólogos del Paraguay and the Conselho Regional De Odontologia do Paraná. 🏆👩‍⚕️

Publication Top Notes

Dr. Kern has published extensively in international journals, contributing valuable insights to the field of orthodontics and dental health. Her works include studies on maxillary canine impaction using machine learning and the efficiency of occlusal stabilization splints, with articles frequently cited by peers in the field. ✍️📖

“Predicting the Risk of Maxillary Canine Impaction Based on Maxillary Measurements Using Supervised Machine Learning” – Orthodontics & Craniofacial Research, 2024 DOI: 10.1111/ocr.12863

“Efficiency of mixed and rigid occlusal stabilization splints: Randomized clinical trial” – Brazilian Oral Research, 2024 DOI: 10.1590/1807-3107bor-2024.vol38.0017

“Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on facial pain, anxiety, depression, quality of life, and awake bruxism in sleep bruxism patients, occlusal splint users” – Brazilian Journal of Implantology and Health Sciences, 2023 DOI: 10.36557/2674-8169.2023v5n5p202-22

Conclusion:

Dr. Patricia Kern Di Andreis has demonstrated excellence in both clinical practice and academic research, making her a strong candidate for the Research for Excellence in Academia Award. Her qualifications, service, and innovative research showcase her contributions to the dental field. However, further global engagement and advanced research degrees could strengthen her profile even more for future academic recognition.

Jianglan Long | Medicine and Dentistry | Best Innovation Award

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Jianglan Long | Medicine and Dentistry | Best Innovation Award

Dr Jianglan Long,Beijing Institute of Clinical Pharmacy, Beijing Friendship Hospital, Capital Medical University,China

Dr. Jianglan Long is a dedicated Researcher Intern at Beijing Institute of Clinical Pharmacy, affiliated with Beijing Friendship Hospital and Capital Medical University. Specializing in intelligent molecular diagnostics and drug intervention mechanisms for pre-diabetes and type 2 diabetes, Dr. Long has published several impactful papers. Notable works include studies in International Journal of Biological Macromolecules (2024) on innovative diabetes treatments, and contributions to Diabetes Obesity & Metabolism (2024) on predictive biomarker profiling. Dr. Long is a pioneer in developing integrated diagnostic tools and advancing diabetes treatment in China. 🌟🔬📚

Publication profile

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Academic and Professional Background

Dr. Jianglan Long is a prominent researcher based at the Beijing Institute of Clinical Pharmacy, affiliated with Beijing Friendship Hospital, Capital Medical University. His primary focus lies in the exploration of intelligent molecular diagnosis and drug intervention mechanisms for prediabetes and type 2 diabetes. Dr. Jianglan Long has made significant contributions to this field, evidenced by his publications in reputable journals such as the International Journal of Biological Macromolecules (2024), Diabetes Obesity & Metabolism (2024), Clinical and Translational Medicine (2021), BMC Endocrine Disorders (2020), and Rapid Communications in Mass Spectrometry (2020), where he served as the first author.

 

Research focus

Category: Research Focus on Intelligent Molecular Diagnosis and Drug Intervention for Diabetes

Jianglan Long’s research centers on advancing the field of intelligent molecular diagnostics and drug interventions for pre-diabetes and type 2 diabetes. Her work includes pioneering biomarker profiling for early disease detection and the enhancement of metformin therapy with innovative treatments, like low molecular weight polysaccharides from Astragalus membranaceus. With twelve published journals and ongoing research, her contributions are crucial for improving diabetes management and treatment outcomes in China and potentially worldwide. 📊🔬💊🌍

Publication top notes

Structural characterization of Astragalus polysaccharide-D1 and its improvement of low-dose metformin effect by enriching Staphylococcus lentus

Uncovering the key pharmacodynamic material basis and possible molecular mechanism of Xiaoke formulation improve insulin resistant through a comprehensive investigation

Rapid multichannel fluorescent probe assay for CYP450 inhibition screening and drug interaction monitoring

Novel weight loss diet attenuates dietary-induced obesity in mice and might correlate with altered gut microbiota and metabolite profiles

Polystyrene microplastic exposure induces insulin resistance in mice via dysbacteriosis and pro-inflammation

Evaluation of interaction of chlorogenic acid and cefotaxime sodium based on sequential analysis

Network pharmacology-based dissection of the underlying mechanisms of dyspnoea induced by zedoary turmeric oil

Metabolomics based plasma biomarkers for diagnosis of oral squamous cell carcinoma and oral erosive lichen planus

Halima Kerdjoudj | Dentistry Award | Best Innovation Award

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Prof Dr. Halima Kerdjoudj | Dentistry Award | Best Innovation Award

Prof Dr. HalimaKerdjoudj, Reims University, France

 

Prof. Dr. Halima Kerdjoudj is a distinguished full professor in cell biology at the University of Reims Champagne Ardenne (URCA), France. She leads research in biomaterials and bone regenerative medicine at the BIOS laboratory. With a PhD in bioengineering and extensive research in bone tissue engineering, her work is pioneering in the field of biomaterials for regenerative medicine. Prof. Kerdjoudj has published numerous influential papers and has been awarded significant research funding. She actively contributes to scientific committees and symposiums, advancing the field of dental and bone regeneration.

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Education 🎓📘

Habilitation à diriger des recherches (2016): URCA, France. Focus: Bone regenerative medicine.PhD in Bioengineering (2007-2010): Nancy-University, France. Thesis: Modification of the luminal surface of blood vessels with polyelectrolyte multilayer film.Engineer in Biotechnology (2002-2007): USTHB, Algeria.

Professional Experience 💼🏫

Full Professor in Cell Biology (2020-Present): URCA.Assistant Professor in Cell Biology (2009-2020): URCA.Temporary Lecturer and Research Assistant (2007-2009): University of Lorraine.

Teaching Activities 📊🔍

Her research emphasizes bone tissue engineering, bone vascularization, and inflammation. Prof. Kerdjoudj teaches courses on stem cells, biomaterials, and regenerative medicine. She has led and collaborated on numerous funded research projects and is a key figure in organizing scientific events.

Research Focus

Prof. Halima Kerdjoudj’s research primarily revolves around biomaterials and tissue engineering, aiming to develop innovative solutions for regenerative medicine. Her work encompasses the design and characterization of biomaterial coatings, including polysaccharide multilayer films and sol-gel hydroxyapatite-titania composites, with embedded antimicrobial peptides for self-defensive properties. She explores the biocompatibility and functionality of these materials, focusing on small vessel replacement and endothelial cell growth promotion. Prof. Kerdjoudj’s research also delves into stem cell applications, investigating their differentiation into endothelium-like monolayers and their potential for bone regeneration. Overall, her contributions advance the field of biomaterials towards clinical applications. 🌟🩺

 

Publication Top Notes

Self‐defensive biomaterial coating against bacteria and yeasts: polysaccharide multilayer film with embedded antimicrobial peptide

Biocompatibility of sol-gel hydroxyapatite-titania composite and bilayer coatings

Small vessel replacement by human umbilical arteries with polyelectrolyte film-treated arteries: in vivo behavior

Poly (styrenesulfonate)/poly (allylamine) multilayers: a route to favor endothelial cell growth on expanded poly (tetrafluoroethylene) vascular grafts

Re‐endothelialization of human umbilical arteries treated with polyelectrolyte multilayers: a tool for damaged vessel replacement

Polyelectrolyte films boost progenitor cell differentiation into endothelium‐like monolayers

Concise Review: In Vitro Formation of Bone–Like Nodules Sheds Light on the Application of Stem Cells for Bone Regeneration

Multilayered polyelectrolyte films: a tool for arteries and vessel repair

Polysaccharide films built by simultaneous or alternate spray: a rapid way to engineer biomaterial surfaces

Effect of the buffer on the buildup and stability of tannic acid/collagen multilayer films applied as antibacterial coatings