Gergely Roland-Henriu | Psychology | Young Scientist Award

Dr. Gergely Roland-Henriu | Psychology | Young Scientist Award

Associate Lecturer, Babes-Bolyai University

Dr. Roland-Henriu Gergely is an Associate Lecturer at the Department of Applied Psychology, Babes-Bolyai University, Cluj-Napoca, Romania . He specializes in applied psychology, clinical psychology, and cognitive behavioral therapy . With a strong background in psychological research, he has contributed significantly to the study of parental attitudes, giftedness, and inclusive education . Alongside academia, he is a licensed clinical psychologist, conducting psychodiagnostics, cognitive assessments, and short-term therapeutic interventions . He actively participates in international conferences, workshops, and professional organizations .

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🎓 Education 

Dr. Gergely earned his Ph.D. in Education, Reflection, and Development from Babes-Bolyai University (2021-2024) . He holds a Master’s in Clinical and Public Health Psychology (2022-2024) and another in Management, Counselling, and Psycho-Pedagogical Assistance (2019-2021) . His Bachelor’s degrees include Psychology (2017-2021) and Educational Sciences (2016-2019) . He also completed a Certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapy program from the Romanian Association of Cognitive and Behavioral Psychotherapies (2022-present) . Additionally, he is certified in teacher training and clinical psychology .

🏢 Experience 

Dr. Gergely is an Associate Lecturer at Babes-Bolyai University (2024-present) . He was a Teaching Assistant (2022-2023) and Research Assistant (2021-2024) at the same institution . He also runs a private clinical psychology practice (2022-present), specializing in psychodiagnostics, counseling, and cognitive assessments . His expertise extends to organizing and analyzing research data, literature reviews, and university seminars on psychological topics .

🏆 Awards & Honors 

Dr. Gergely received the prestigious Collegium Talentum Scholarship (2023-2024) . He has presented at international conferences, including ERD 2022 and API Conferences, receiving recognition for his research on parental training and sexual education for children with ASD . His psychometric validation studies have been widely cited and acknowledged in academic circles .

🔬 Research Focus 

Dr. Gergely’s research focuses on inclusive education, giftedness, emotional and behavioral disorders, and parental attitudes toward sexual education . He specializes in psychometric validation, cognitive behavioral therapy, and psychological assessments for children with special needs . His studies explore autism, ADHD, and mental health interventions, contributing to evidence-based clinical psychology .

🔹 Conclusion

Dr. Roland-Henriu Gergely is a strong candidate for the Young Scientist Award due to his impressive academic background, significant research output, and active role in the scientific community. Strengthening international research networks, securing major grants, and publishing in top-tier journals would further enhance his competitiveness. However, his contributions to developmental psychology and inclusive education make him a deserving nominee.

Publication

Author(s): RH Gergely, AS Rusu
Title: A qualitative investigation of parental attitudes and needs for sexual health education for children with autism in Romania
Year: 2021
Citation Count: 4

 

Author(s): RH Gergely, AS Rusu
Title: Romanian and Hungarian Translations of the Attitudes Toward Sexuality Scale-Psychometric Validation
Year: 2023
Citation Count: 3

 

Author(s): RH Gergely, AS Rusu, M Madaras, KJ Kinga
Title: Does talent protect or compromise? Investigation of the emotional and behavioural disorders and giftedness in children
Year: 2024
Citation Count: 2

 

Author(s): RH Gergely, AS Rusu
Title: Linguistic Validation of the Romanian and Hungarian Translations of the Attitudes About Sexuality for People with Disabilities Questionnaire
Year: 2022
Citation Count: 1

 

Author(s): RH Gergely, AS Rusu
Title: Predictors of parental attitudes towards sexual health education for persons with special needs
Year: 2025
Citation Count: Not available

 

Author(s): K Szász, R Orbán, RH Gergely
Title: Teachers’ attitudes toward inclusive education in Romania
Year: 2024
Citation Count: Not available

 

Author(s): S Krisztina, O Réka, G Roland-Henriu
Title: Teachers’ attitudes toward inclusive education in Romania
Year: 2024
Citation Count: Not available

 

Author(s): RH Gergely
Title: Érzelmi hullámvasút: bipolaris zavarok serdülőkorban
Year: 2024
Citation Count: Not available

 

Author(s): RH Gergely
Title: Reményvesztettség: hangulatzavarok serdülőkorban
Year: 2024
Citation Count: Not available

 

Author(s): RH Gergely
Title: Rendbontás: viselkedészavarok serdülőkorban
Year: 2024
Citation Count: Not available

 

Author(s): RH Gergely, AS Rusu
Title: Elaborarea și testarea preliminară a unui conținut curricular de educație parentală pentru sănătatea sexuală a copiilor cu diagnostic clinic de TSA
Year: 2024
Citation Count: Not available

Rocco Pellegrino | Psychology | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Rocco Pellegrino | Psychology | Best Researcher Award

Mr at Monash University Australia

Rocco Pellegrino is a provisional psychologist based in Mernda, Victoria, Australia. With strong skills in verbal communication, client care, and ethical practice, he provides psychological assessments and interventions. He is currently pursuing a Master’s in Educational & Developmental Psychology at Monash University. Rocco has experience in working with students, including providing mental health literacy programs and supporting neurodivergent clients. His hobbies include tabletop board games, futsal, and watching sports.

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🎓 Education 

Rocco holds a Master’s degree in Educational & Developmental Psychology (Monash University, 2021-2024), a Graduate Diploma of Psychology Advanced (Monash University, 2019-2020), and a Graduate Diploma of Psychology (Monash University, 2017-2018). His studies have focused on clinical assessments, mental health interventions, and research in the psychology of personal responsibility and life satisfaction.

💼 Experience

Rocco currently works part-time as a psychologist at Templestowe College, providing assessments and teacher training. He also works part-time at Affirmative Minds Psychology, focusing on neurodivergent and LGBTQA+ clients. He has gained experience facilitating youth programs and community mental health initiatives with Monash University.

🏆 Awards & Honors

Rocco has received numerous academic distinctions, including High Distinction (HD) in Clinical Assessments, Advanced Clinical Interventions for Mental Health, and Ethics for Professional Practice at Monash University. His thesis project on “Adverse Childhood Experiences and Life Satisfaction” earned him further recognition.

🔬 Research Focus

Rocco’s research centers on the experiences of young LGBTQA+ Australians and their use of offline and online peer support, exploring themes like online safety, identity exploration, and the risks and benefits of both online and in-person support. His research aims to inform policies that enhance online safety and community spaces for LGBTQA+ individuals.

Conclusion

Rocco’s work exemplifies a high level of research rigor and social relevance, particularly in its focus on marginalized groups within the LGBTQA+ community. The study not only addresses significant gaps in current knowledge but also contributes meaningfully to the ongoing conversation about inclusivity and support for LGBTQA+ youth. Based on his impactful findings, strong methodological approach, and dedication to real-world implications, Rocco is a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

📚Publications 

Title: Exploring the Experiences of Young LGBTQA+ Australians’ Use of Offline and Online Peer Support
Journal: Journal of Homosexuality
Publication Date: 2024-12-10
Type: Journal Article
DOI: 10.1080/00918369.2024.2440375
ISSN: 0091-8369, 1540-3602
Contributors: Rocco Pellegrino, Lefteris Patlamazoglou

 

Shruti sharma | Psychology | Young Scientist Award

Ms. Shruti sharma | Psychology | Young Scientist Award

Ms at Jamia Millia Islamia, India

Shruti Sharma (she/her) is a dedicated social psychologist and Ph.D. scholar at Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, specializing in the psychological underpinnings of conspiracy beliefs and social media impacts. With a Master’s degree in Applied Psychology from the same institution, Shruti has conducted impactful research exploring juvenile behavior, COVID-19-related conspiracy theories, and cultural psychological differentiation. Her work has been featured in leading journals and conferences, earning her accolades such as the Madnawat Best Paper Award and ICP Emerging Psychologist recognition. As a Teaching Assistant and Academic Counselor, she has mentored students in psychological testing and personality theories. Shruti has managed multidisciplinary projects, including the mental health needs of frontline workers and cultural psychological studies, supported by prestigious grants. Committed to cross-cultural psychology and social well-being, Shruti actively contributes to advancing applied psychology through research, teaching, and international collaborations.

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🎓 Education

Ph.D. in Social Psychology (2021–2025) – Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi Focus: Psychological aspects of conspiracy beliefs and social behavior. M.A. in Applied Psychology (2015–2017) – Jamia Millia Islamia Thesis: “Understanding the Antecedents of Juvenile Behavior: A Grounded Theory Approach” (CGPA: 8.83).. B.A. in Psychology (2012–2015) – Delhi University (I.P. College for Women) Specialized in developmental and applied psychology (73.5%).

💼 Experience

Teaching Assistant – Jamia Millia Islamia (2023) Taught Psychological Testing; evaluated and mentored students. Academic Counselor – IGNOU (2022–Present)
Guided students in organizational behavior and psychological assessment. Research Project Manager – Multinational studies on social media and Asian subcultures (2024).
Directed multidisciplinary teams and analyzed cross-cultural psychological data. Research Assistant – ICSSR (2019–2021) Conducted interviews and qualitative research on societal issues. Clinical Intern – HCR Psychiatric Hospital (2016–2017) Delivered supervised counseling and group therapy.

🏆 Awards and Honors

ICP Emerging Psychologist – Selected as one of 40 global scholars, ICP 2024. Madnawat Best Paper Award – Indian Conference of Industrial Psychology, 2019. NET Qualified – National Eligibility Test for assistant professor (2019). Merit Scholarship – Jamia Millia Islamia (2017). Sherjung Memorial Award – Outstanding Psychology Student, Delhi University (2015). Golden Key Honor Society – Academic excellence recognition in college (2012). Merit Certificate – Top 0.1% in Class 12 Psychology board examination (2011).

🔬 Research Focus

Conspiracy Beliefs – Examines psychological and societal factors behind conspiracy theories. Social Media Impact – Studies misinformation and its influence on behavior during crises. Cultural Psychology – Investigates cross-cultural differentiation in psychological processes. Mental Health Interventions – Explores challenges faced by frontline workers to develop tailored solutions. Psychological Testing – Develops psychometric tools and conducts assessments for varied populations.

🏆Conclusion 

Shruti Sharma’s robust academic background, innovative research, and demonstrated leadership in significant projects position her as an excellent candidate for the Research for Young Scientist Award. By addressing the suggested areas for improvement, she can further solidify her standing as a promising young scientist capable of influencing the field of psychology and beyond.

📚Publications 

  • Exploring Factors Behind Offline and Online Selfie Popularity Among Youth in India
    Authors: S. Srivastava, P. Upadhaya, S. Sharma, K. Gupta
    Journal: Frontiers in Psychology 9, 1403
    Cited by: 23
    Year: 2018

 

  • Long Non-Coding RNA and MicroRNA Landscape of Two Major Domesticated Cotton Species
    Authors: A. Singh, A.T. Vivek, K. Gupta, S. Sharma, S. Kumar
    Journal: Computational and Structural Biotechnology Journal 21, 3032-3044
    Cited by: 3
    Year: 2023