Max Lenz | Health Professions | Young Scientist Award

Dr. Max Lenz | Health Professions | Young Scientist Award

Resident Phycisian | Medical university of vienna, Austria

Priv. Doz. Dr. med. univ. Max Lenz, PhD, is an Austrian specialist in Internal Medicine and Cardiology at the Medical University of Vienna. He pursued medical studies at the Medical University of Vienna. He completed his PhD in Vascular Biology in 2023 and obtained Venia Docendi in 2024. His clinical and research expertise lies in ischemia-reperfusion injury, inflammatory responses, and cardiac biomarkers. Dr. Lenz has authored numerous publications and received prestigious awards for his contributions to cardiovascular medicine.

Publication Profile

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🎓Education

Dr. Lenz attended Ätsch Schule for primary education and Neulandschule Laaerberg for secondary school. He pursued medical studies at the Medical University of Vienna, where he later enrolled in a PhD program (n094) focusing on Vascular Biology from 2016 to 2023. In 2024, he was awarded Venia Docendi, recognizing his academic expertise and teaching qualification in medicine.

💼Experience

Dr. Lenz began his professional career as a Study Coordinator at the Division of Cardiology, Medical University of Vienna (2017–2018). He pursued a PhD in Vascular Biology (2016–2023) while completing his residency at the Medical University of Vienna (2018–2024). In 2024, he was appointed Specialist for Internal Medicine and Cardiology at the Division of Cardiology, where he continues his clinical and academic endeavors.

🏆Awards and Honors

Dr. Lenz has received multiple prestigious awards, including the ÖKG Grant (2017) for his research on mitochondrial DNA in ischemia-reperfusion injury. He won the CVC Publication Prize (2022) for his work on intracellular Na+ modulation in inflammatory response. In 2023, he received the Best Abstract Prize at ÖSKIM for his study on NSE measurements in ICU patients. In 2024, he was awarded the Medizinisch-Wissenschaftlichen Fonds des Bürgermeisters der Bundeshauptstadt Wien for research on inflammatory markers in fulminant myocarditis.

🔬Research Focus

Dr. Lenz’s research focuses on vascular biology, ischemia-reperfusion injury, mitochondrial function, and inflammatory processes in cardiology. His work explores pharmacologic modulation of intracellular Na+ levels, biomarkers for cardiac risk stratification, and immune responses in myocardial infarction and myocarditis. His studies have significantly contributed to understanding cardiovascular pathophysiology, with 13 first/last-author publications and 22 co-authored papers.

Conclusion

Dr. Max Lenz is a highly competitive candidate for the Young Scientist Award, given his outstanding research achievements, academic excellence, and contributions to cardiology. Expanding international collaborations and leadership roles could further solidify his profile as a top contender.

Publications

  • Title: Routinely Available Inflammatory Biomarkers Are Not Associated With Target Lesion Revascularization After Coronary Intervention
    Year: 2025
    Authors: Eva Steinacher, Andreas Hammer, Ulrike Baumer, Lorenz Koller, Alexander Niessner

 

  • Title: Urinary Output as a Predictor of Mortality in Cardiogenic Shock: An Explorative Retrospective Analysis
    Year: 2024
    Authors: Sebastian Markart, Alexander Hermann, Florian Chiari, Thomas Staudinger, Robert Zilberszac

 

  • Title: NT-proBNP Reflects Left Ventricular Hypertrophy Rather than Left Ventricular Dilatation or Systolic Dysfunction in Patients with Fabry Disease
    Year: 2024
    Authors: Constantin Gatterer, Dietrich Beitzke, Gère Sunder-Plaßmann, Senta Graf, Max Lenz

 

Leila mousavi | Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Leila mousavi | Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

Dr at Tehran University,  Iran

Leila Mousavi is a specialist in pathology and corrective exercise, known for her perseverance in research and her dedication to helping individuals with scoliosis, both athletes and non-athletes. She combines scientific knowledge with practical experience in exercise therapy to assist in managing scoliosis deformities. Her commitment to research is evident in her numerous publications, focusing on postural control, balance, and sports performance, particularly in athletes with scoliosis. She has a track record of high-quality exercise regimens tailored to scoliosis patients, aiming to improve posture, strength, and overall well-being.

Profile

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Education 🎓

Leila Mousavi completed her Ph.D. in Pathology and Corrective Exercise at Tehran University in 2022. She earned her Master’s degree in Physical Education, specializing in Pathology and Corrective Exercise, from Guilan University in 2010. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education from Guilan University, completed in 2007. Her extensive educational background laid the foundation for her expertise in pathology, corrective exercise, and rehabilitation for scoliosis patients.

 Experience 💼

Leila Mousavi has over a decade of teaching and research experience. She served as a visiting professor at Zanjan University from 2011 to 2014, where she taught sports pathology, exercise therapy, and corrective exercises. She also worked at Payame Noor University of Zanjan, offering courses in sports pathology, kinesiology, anatomy, biomechanics, and more from 2010 to 2014. Her work combines academic teaching with practical applications in sports rehabilitation and exercise therapy for athletes and individuals with scoliosis.

Awards and Honors 🏆

Leila Mousavi has contributed significantly to the field of sports pathology and corrective exercise, with her research being widely recognized. She has published multiple impactful papers, including in journals such as iScience and BMJ Open Sport & Exercise Medicine. Mousavi is also a peer reviewer for PLOS One, contributing to the academic community. Her research work on scoliosis, posture control, and sports performance is widely cited, and she continues to advance the understanding of corrective exercises for scoliosis patients.

Research Focus 🔍

Leila Mousavi’s research primarily focuses on corrective exercise for scoliosis deformities, specifically in athletes. She is also involved in postural control, balance, and sports performance, with a special interest in idiopathic scoliosis and its impact on athletic performance. Her work includes systematic reviews and meta-analyses, with a focus on the prevalence of scoliosis in athletes and the biomechanics of posture control. Mousavi’s research aims to develop specific exercise regimens that improve postural control and reduce symptoms for scoliosis patients, enhancing both their daily lives and athletic performance.

Conclusion 📝

Dr. Leila Mousavi’s expertise and pioneering research in pathology, corrective exercise, and sports performance position her as an exceptional candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her academic contributions, particularly in the realm of scoliosis, highlight her potential to further revolutionize the understanding and management of musculoskeletal conditions. With continued innovation and collaboration, she is poised to make even greater strides in improving patient care and athletic performance.

Publications 📚

    1. Postural control and shoulder rotators isokinetic strength in squash players with and without idiopathic scoliosis
      Authors: Mousavi L., Seidi F., Minoonejad H., Nikouei F.
      Journal: iScience, 2024
      DOI: 10.1016/j.isci.2024.111353
    1. Prevalence of idiopathic scoliosis in athletes: a systematic review and meta-analysis
      Authors: Mousavi L., Seidi F., Minoonejad H., Nikouei F.
      Journal: BMJ Open Sport & Exercise Medicine, 2022
      DOI: 10.1136/bmjsem-2022-001312

    Earlier Publications

    1. The comparison of muscle length and strength of lower extremity in athletes with and without patellofemoral pain syndrome
      Author: Mousavi L. S., Norasteh A. A.
      Journal: Medicina dello Sport, 2011, 64(3), 213-229
    1. The comparison of iliotibial band length and Q angle in athletes with and without patellofemoral pain syndrome
      Authors: Mousavi L., Norasteh A. A.
      Journal: 2010, 5, 115-131
    1. The effect of time of day on static and dynamic postural control in female and male athletes
      Authors: Mousavi L., Shahrokhi H., Norasteh A. A.
      Journal: 2009, 3, 113-127