Huei-Jane Lee | Skin Inflammation | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Huei-Jane Lee | Skin Inflammation | Best Researcher Award

Chung Shan Medical University | Taiwan

Dr. Huei-Jane Lee, a distinguished researcher at Chung Shan Medical University Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan, is widely recognized for her substantial contributions to clinical and biomedical research, supported by an extensive academic background in medical and health sciences. Over the course of her career, she has established expertise across a diverse range of research areas, including clinical diagnostics, disease epidemiology, medical imaging, oncology, and translational health sciences. Dr. Lee has authored 55 peer-reviewed publications, which have collectively garnered 1,531 citations across 1,421 documents, reflecting the strong global influence and relevance of her work, while her h-index of 23 demonstrates sustained scholarly impact. Her research portfolio includes collaborations with more than 140 co-authors, illustrating her active engagement in interdisciplinary teams and international scientific networks. Dr. Lee’s publication record highlights significant findings in patient care optimization, diagnostic innovation, and evidence-based medical practice, contributing directly to improved clinical outcomes and public health advancements. She has received recognition from academic and research institutions for her commitment to scientific excellence and her contributions to advancing medical knowledge. In addition to her research achievements, Dr. Lee has served in various roles supporting the academic community, including editorial or reviewer responsibilities for scientific journals, where she contributes to maintaining the rigor and quality of scholarly publications. Her ongoing work continues to bridge clinical practice with scientific discovery, demonstrating a strong commitment to advancing healthcare through research, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and contributing to the global scientific community.

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Featured Publications

1. Author, A. A., et al. (2025). Neurodevelopmental SHQ1 variants navigate the control of apoptosis, endoplasmic reticulum stress, and oxidative stress in neuroblastoma cells. Neuroscience.

2. Author, A. A., et al. (2025). Abelmoschus esculentus ameliorates cognitive impairment in hyperlipidemic ApoE−/− mice via modulation of oxidative stress and neuronal differentiation. Antioxidants.

3. Author, A. A., et al. (2025). Fermented strawberry (Fragaria × ananassa Duch.) mitigates renal fibrosis in a unilateral ureteral obstruction model by reducing inflammation, oxidative stress, and regulating Smad signaling. Journal of Medicinal Food.

4. Author, A. A., et al. (2025). Purple sweet potato ameliorates high-fat diet-induced visceral adiposity by attenuating inflammation and promoting adipocyte browning. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry.

5. Author, A. A., et al. (2025). Apple polyphenol mitigates diabetic nephropathy via attenuating renal dysfunction with antioxidation in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats. Antioxidants.

Assist. Prof. Dr. Burak Durmaz | Skin Allergies | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Burak Durmaz | Skin Allergies | Best Researcher Award

Doctoral Lecturer | Near East University | Turkey

Dr. Burak Durmaz is an accomplished Doctoral Lecturer at Near East University’s Faculty of Medicine, where he also serves as Assistant Coordinator for Term-3 and founding member of the DESAM Drug Design and Development Research Group. He earned his B.Sc. in Biology Education from Dokuz Eylül University (2009–2024), followed by an M.Sc. (2017–2018) and Ph.D. (2018–2024) in Medical Biochemistry from Ege University Faculty of Medicine, where he focused on hydroxycinnamic acids’ apoptotic effects and innovative diamine oxidase (DAO) enzyme purification for histamine-reducing functional foods. His research spans natural product biochemistry, cancer cell apoptosis, inflammation modulation, neurodevelopmental effects of stress, and enzyme-enriched food technologies. Dr. Durmaz has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals, including Biochemistry Research International, Lipids in Health and Disease, and International Journal of Developmental Neuroscience, and contributed chapters to books on mitochondrial medicine and lysosomal biology. His scholarly impact is complemented by active participation in international conferences such as the 47th FEBS Congress and the 25th IFCC-EFLM European Congress of Clinical Chemistry. Recognized with prestigious awards, including the YÖK 100/2000 Ph.D. Scholarship in “Natural Products and Cosmetics” and TÜBİTAK research fellowships, he exemplifies scientific excellence. Dr. Durmaz also contributes to the scientific community as a member of the Turkish Biochemistry Society, IFCC, EFLM, and MOKAD, while mentoring young researchers as a FEBs Junior-TBD founder. His work continues to bridge basic science with translational applications, advancing biochemistry and functional food innovation for improved health outcomes.

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Publications

1.Memmedov, H., Oktay, L. M., Durmaz, B., Günel, N. S., Yıldırım, H. K., & Sözmen, E. Y. (2020). Propolis prevents inhibition of apoptosis by potassium bromate in CCD 841 human colon cell. Cell Biochemistry and Function, 38(4), 510–519.

2.Ozisik, H., Cekin, A., Suner, A., Durmaz, B., Ozel, B., Gunel, N. S., & Ozgen, G. (2023). Evaluation of IL-10, MCP-1, IFN gamma, and protectin D1 levels in patients with Hashimoto's thyroiditis. Irish Journal of Medical Science (1971-), 192(1), 177–184.

3.Memmedov, H., Durmaz, B., Oktay, L. M., Selvi, N., Yıldırım, H. K., & Sözmen, E. Y. (2017). Biologically transformed propolis exhibits cytotoxic effect on A375 malignant melanoma cells in vitro. Proceedings, 1(10), 1059.

4.Canbay, E., Canda, E., Yazıcı, H., Kasıkcı, G. K., Durmaz, B., Copur, O., & Tahhan, B. (2024). Determination of selected oxysterol levels, oxidative stress, and macrophage activation indicators in children and adolescents with familial hypercholesterolemia. Lipids in Health and Disease, 23(1), 374.

5.Çelik, K., Bilim, P., Garip, G., Durmaz, B., Sözmen, E. Y., & Baka, M. (2022). Acute hypoxia exposure following prenatal stress impairs hippocampus and novelty‐seeking behavior in adolescent rats. International Journal of Developmental Neuroscience, 82(1), 85–95.