Marƭa Morales SuƔrez-Varela | Epidemiology | Best Researcher Award

Ā Prof Dr.MarĆ­a Morales SuĆ”rez-Varela| Power Systems | Best Researcher Award

Maria Manuela Morales Suarez-Varela is a distinguished Professor of Preventive Medicine and Public Health at the University of Valencia, specializing in epidemiology and public health. Born on October 26, 1958, she holds extensive academic and research credentials, including a Scopus Author ID (7007145328) and ORCID ID (0000-0003-0785-1492). Since October 29, 2011, she has been serving as a CatedrƔtico at the Faculty of Pharmacy, where she directs theses and conducts significant research. Her expertise spans preventive medicine, public health, and food science, contributing to numerous publications and advancements in her field.

Profile

Scopus

  • Optimal allocation of distributed generations using hybrid technique with fuzzy logic controller radial distribution system
    • Authors: RK Samala, MR Kotapuri
    • Journal: SN Applied Sciences
    • Volume: 2
    • Issue: 2
    • Article: 191
    • Year: 2020
    • Citations: 48

 

  • Optimal allocation of multiple photo-voltaic and/or wind-turbine based distributed generations in radial distribution system using hybrid technique with fuzzy logic controller
    • Authors: RK Samala, K Mercy Rosalina
    • Journal: Journal of Electrical Engineering & Technology
    • Volume: 16
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 101-113
    • Year: 2021
    • Citations: 15

 

  • Optimal DG sizing and siting in radial system using hybridization of GSA and Firefly algorithms
    • Author: RK Samala
    • Journal: Majlesi Journal of Energy Management
    • Volume: 7
    • Issue: 1
    • Year: 2018
    • Citations: 15

 

  • Distributed generation allocation in distribution system using particle swarm optimization based ant-lion optimization
    • Authors: RK Samala, MR Kotapuri
    • Journal: International Journal of Control and Automation
    • Volume: 13
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 414-426
    • Year: 2020
    • Citations: 9

 

  • Model Predictive Control for Modeling Human Gait Motions Assisted by Vicon Technology
    • Authors: VT Minh, M Tamre, V Musalimov, P Kovalenko, I Rubinshtein, RK Samala
    • Journal: Journal EuropĆ©en des SystĆØmes AutomatisĆ©s
    • Volume: 53
    • Issue: 5
    • Year: 2020
    • Citations: 6

 

  • Power loss reduction using distributed generation
    • Authors: R Samala, M Kotapuri
    • Journal: Modelling, Measurement and Control A
    • Volume: 91
    • Issue: 104
    • Year: 2018
    • Citations: 6

 

  • Distributed generation in distribution system for power quality enhancement
    • Authors: RK Samala, MR Kotapuri
    • Journal: International Journal of Engineering & Technology
    • Volume: 7
    • Issue: 4
    • Pages: 24
    • Year: 2018
    • Citations: 5

 

  • Multi distributed generation placement using ant-lion optimization
    • Authors: RK Samala, MR Kotapuri
    • Journal: European Journal of Electrical Engineering
    • Volume: 5
    • Issue: 6
    • Pages: 253-267
    • Year: 2017
    • Citations: 5

 

  • Load flow analysis of a 9-bus system using BFSLF algorithm
    • Authors: GK Babu, RK Samala
    • Journal: International Journal of Electronics and Communication Engineering (IJECE)
    • Volume: 4
    • Year: 2015
    • Citations: 5

 

  • Network and generator constrained economic dispatch using real and binary coded genetic algorithms
    • Authors: GK Babu, RK Samala
    • Journal: International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Advanced Engineering
    • Volume: 3
    • Pages: 1185-1192
    • Year: 2013
    • Citations: 4

Isabel Peraita-Costa | Epidemiology | Young Scientist Award

Dr. Isabel Peraita-Costa | Epidemiology | Young Scientist Award

Dr. Isabel Peraita is a seasoned researcher and educator specializing in biomedical sciences, with a robust background in epidemiology, public health, and environmental toxicology. Currently, Dr. Peraita holds dual positions as a Profesor Asociado at Universidad CatĆ³lica de Valencia San Vicente MĆ”rtir and a Post-Doctoral Researcher at Consorcio Centro de InvestigaciĆ³n BiomĆ©dica en Red-EpidemiologĆ­a y Salud PĆŗblica (CIBERESP), demonstrating a commitment to both teaching and cutting-edge research.

Profile

Scholar

Current Professional Roles

Profesor Asociado, Universidad CatĆ³lica de Valencia San Vicente MĆ”rtir, Department of Ciencias BiomĆ©dicas, Facultad de Medicina y Ciencias de la Salud (Part-time, Permanent Contract, since January 2024). Post-Doctoral Researcher, CIBERESP, Facultad de Farmacia y Ciencias de la AlimentaciĆ³n, Universitat de ValĆØncia (Full-time, since September 2022)

Previous Professional Experience

Dr. Peraita’s professional journey includes significant roles such as:

  • Autonomous Worker at FundaciĆ³n PĆŗblica para la InvestigaciĆ³n de MĆ”laga en Biomedicina y Salud across multiple short-term projects (2017-2023)
  • Senior Researcher (Titulado Superior) at CIBERESP (2018-2022), focusing on pre-doctoral research
  • Non-Doctoral Researcher at Universitat de ValĆØncia (2017)

šŸŽ“Education

Dr. Peraita’s academic credentials are extensive:

Doctorate in Environmental Contamination, Toxicology, and Health, Universitat de ValĆØncia (2022). MĆ”ster in Epidemiology and Public Health, Universidad Internacional de Valencia (2023). MĆ”ster in Environmental Contamination, Toxicology, and Health, Universitat de ValĆØncia (2016). Bachelorā€™s Degree in Chemistry, Universidad Complutense de Madrid (2015)

šŸ”¬Research Contributions

Dr. Peraita has significantly contributed to various high-impact research projects funded through competitive public calls, including:

  • Identification of risk factors in colorectal cancer survivors (Instituto de InvestigaciĆ³n BiomĆ©dica de MĆ”laga, 2019-2021)
  • Multicentric study on adverse outcomes in colorectal cancer patients (Instituto de InvestigaciĆ³n BiomĆ©dica de MĆ”laga, 2014-2016)

She has also engaged in non-competitive R&D projects focusing on pediatric nutrition, neonatal health, and femoral implant evaluations, working under the leadership of prominent investigators such as Maria Morales Suarez-Varela and Maximino Redondo Bautista.

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ«Teaching Experience

Dr. Peraita is actively involved in teaching, currently instructing courses in Organic Chemistry as part of the Double Degree in Physical Activity and Sports Sciences – Human Nutrition and Dietetics at Universidad CatĆ³lica de Valencia San Vicente MĆ”rtir.

Scientific Production and Recognition

With an H-index of 8 on WOS and SCOPUS and 10 on Google Scholar (as of February 2024), Dr. Peraita’s research is widely recognized and cited within the scientific community, reflecting her substantial contributions to the field of biomedical sciences.

Publications Top Notes šŸ“

  • Intermittent fasting and the possible benefits in obesity, diabetes, and multiple sclerosis: a systematic review of randomized clinical trials
    • Authors: M. Morales-SuĆ”rez-Varela, E. Collado Sanchez, I. Peraita-Costa, …
    • Journal: Nutrients
    • Volume: 13
    • Issue: 9
    • Article Number: 3179
    • Year: 2021
    • Citations: 64
    • This systematic review explores the benefits of intermittent fasting on obesity, diabetes, and multiple sclerosis through randomized clinical trials.

 

  • Maternal physical activity during pregnancy and the effect on the mother and newborn: a systematic review
    • Authors: M. Morales-SuĆ”rez-Varela, E. Clemente-Bosch, I. Peraita-Costa, …
    • Journal: Journal of Physical Activity and Health
    • Volume: 18
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 130-147
    • Year: 2020
    • Citations: 47
    • This review examines the impact of maternal physical activity during pregnancy on both maternal and newborn health.

 

  • Systematic review of the association between particulate matter exposure and autism spectrum disorders
    • Authors: M. Morales-SuĆ”rez-Varela, I. Peraita-Costa, A. Llopis-Gonzalez
    • Journal: Environmental Research
    • Volume: 153
    • Pages: 150-160
    • Year: 2017
    • Citations: 42
    • This systematic review investigates the potential link between exposure to particulate matter and the development of autism spectrum disorders.

 

  • Randomized prospective study in patients with complex regional pain syndrome of the upper limb with high-frequency spinal cord stimulation (10-kHz) and low-frequency spinal cord stimulation
    • Authors: A. CanĆ³s-Verdecho, D. AbejĆ³n, R. Robledo, R. Izquierdo, A. Bermejo, …
    • Journal: Neuromodulation: Technology at the Neural Interface
    • Volume: 24
    • Issue: 3
    • Pages: 448-458
    • Year: 2021
    • Citations: 23
    • This study evaluates the effectiveness of high-frequency (10-kHz) versus low-frequency spinal cord stimulation in patients with complex regional pain syndrome of the upper limb.

 

  • Prevalencia de hipertensiĆ³n arterial y su asociaciĆ³n con antropometrĆ­a y dieta en niƱos (de seis a nueve aƱos): estudio ANIVA
    • Authors: M. Morales-SuĆ”rez-Varela, M. Mohino-Chocano, C. Soler, A. Llopis-Morales, …
    • Journal: NutriciĆ³n Hospitalaria
    • Volume: 36
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 133-141
    • Year: 2019
    • Citations: 19
    • This article studies the prevalence of hypertension and its association with anthropometric measures and diet in children aged six to nine years.

 

  • Vitamin D-related risk factors for maternal morbidity during pregnancy: a systematic review
    • Authors: M.M. SuĆ”rez-Varela, N. UƧar, I. Peraita-Costa, M.F. Huertas, J.M. Soriano, …
    • Journal: Nutrients
    • Volume: 14
    • Issue: 15
    • Year: 2022
    • Citations: 18
    • This review discusses how vitamin D levels influence maternal health and morbidity during pregnancy.

 

  • Endocrine disruptors and autism spectrum disorder in pregnancy: A review and evaluation of the quality of the epidemiological evidence
    • Authors: S. MarĆ­-Bauset, C. Donat-Vargas, A. LlĆ³pis-GonzĆ”lez, A. MarĆ­-Sanchis, …
    • Journal: Children
    • Volume: 5
    • Issue: 12
    • Article Number: 157
    • Year: 2018
    • Citations: 17
    • This review evaluates the epidemiological evidence linking endocrine disruptors during pregnancy to autism spectrum disorders in offspring.

 

  • How 25 (OH) D levels during pregnancy affect prevalence of autism in children: systematic review
    • Authors: N. UƧar, W.B. Grant, I. Peraita-Costa, M. Morales Suarez-Varela
    • Journal: Nutrients
    • Volume: 12
    • Issue: 8
    • Article Number: 2311
    • Year: 2020
    • Citations: 15
    • This review explores the relationship between maternal vitamin D levels during pregnancy and the prevalence of autism in children.

 

  • Risk of gestational diabetes due to maternal and partner smoking
    • Authors: M. Morales-SuĆ”rez-Varela, I. Peraita-Costa, A. Perales-MarĆ­n, …
    • Journal: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
    • Volume: 19
    • Issue: 2
    • Article Number: 925
    • Year: 2022
    • Citations: 12
    • This study investigates the impact of maternal and partner smoking on the risk of gestational diabetes.

 

  • Actigraphic sleep and dietary macronutrient intake in children aged 6ā€“9 years old: A pilot study
    • Authors: S. Coronado Ferrer, I. Peraita-Costa, A. Llopis-Morales, Y. PicĆ³, J.M. Soriano, …
    • Journal: Nutrients
    • Volume: 11
    • Issue: 11
    • Article Number: 2568
    • Year: 2019
    • Citations: 11
    • This pilot study examines the relationship between sleep patterns and dietary macronutrient intake in children.

Rosita Rotella | Public Health | Young Scientist Award

Mrs. Rosita Rotella | Public Health | Young Scientist Award

Rosita Rotella is an accomplished professional with a robust background in nutrition science, quality control management, and international development. Currently serving as the Child Malnutrition Support Programme Coordinator at Change ONLUS ONG in Madagascar, she excels in coordinating and implementing nutritional interventions. With a Master’s degree in Nutritional Science and ongoing PhD studies in Medicine, her expertise spans food quality management, maternal and child health, and community-based research. Rosita’s career highlights include roles in Spain and Ethiopia, focusing on breastfeeding practices and olive oil quality. She is fluent in Italian, proficient in Spanish, English, and French, and adept in digital tools for multimedia and analytics.

Profile

  1. Scopus

šŸŒ Projects šŸš€

Child Malnutrition Support Programme Coordinator

Change Onlus ONG
Ampefy, Soavinandriana, Madagascar
December 2021 ā€“ Current

  • Coordinated activities of a malnutrition support programme.
  • Developed and implemented protocols for treating acute malnutrition.
  • Planned nutrition education events and raised awareness on maternal and child health.
  • Led project development and fundraising efforts.
  • Trained local teams and ensured effective implementation.
  • Managed data collection and coordinated relations with the PAM Madagascar project.

Change Onlus ONG Website

Food Quality Control Manager

Ristorart Toscana SRL
Catanzaro, Italy
September 2020 ā€“ September 2021

  • Managed food production, processing, and packaging quality.
  • Defined technical specifications and procedures for quality control.
  • Monitored and evaluated quality parameters using the HACCP method.
  • Improved production processes and food product quality.
  • Managed labeling, traceability, and environmental disinfection procedures.

Researcher

Comunidad Misionera de San Pablo Apostol
Ethiopia
November 2019 ā€“ December 2019

  • Conducted research on breastfeeding practices in rural Ethiopia.
  • Investigated nutritional and sociocultural aspects influencing breastfeeding practices.
  • Developed educational programs to enhance maternal and child health.

Research Link 1 | Research Link 2

PhD Programme in Medicine

Universitat de Valencia
Valencia, Spain
November 2020 ā€“ Current

  • Researching strategies for preventing and treating maternal and child malnutrition in rural Madagascar.

Master’s Degree in Nutritional Science

UniversitĆ  della Calabria
Cosenza, Italy
October 2017 ā€“ May 2020

  • Explored the influence of nutrition on human health and well-being.
  • Studied food legislation, biochemical parameters, and food processing techniques.

Erasmus+ Exchange Student

Universitat de Valencia
Valencia, Spain
January 2019 ā€“ March 2020

  • Studied health, food sciences, toxicology, and forensic medicine.

Degree in Nutritional Science

UniversitĆ  della Calabria
Cosenza, Italy
October 2013 ā€“ October 2017

  • Specialized in nutritional biochemistry and foodborne diseases.

 

Publications Top Notes šŸ“

  • Evaluation of nutritional status using the minimum dietary diversity for women of reproductive age (MDD-W) tool in breastfeeding mothers in Madagascar
    • Authors: Rotella, R., Soriano, J.M., Peraita-Costa, I., Llopis-GonzĆ”lez, A., Morales-Suarez-Varela, M.
    • Journal: Tropical Medicine and International Health
    • Status: Article in Press
    • Year: 2024
    • Access: Open access

 

  • The Impact of Moringa oleifera Supplementation on Anemia and other Variables during Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: A Narrative Review
    • Authors: Rotella, R., Soriano, J.M., Llopis-GonzĆ”lez, A., Morales-Suarez-Varela, M.
    • Journal: Nutrients
    • Volume: 15
    • Issue: 12
    • Year: 2023
    • Pages: 2674
    • Access: Open access
    • Citations: 4

 

  • Breastfeeding-Related Practices in Rural Ethiopia: Colostrum Avoidance
    • Authors: Olcina SimĆ³n, M.A., Rotella, R., Soriano, J.M., Peraita-Costa, I., Morales-Suarez-Varela, M.
    • Journal: Nutrients
    • Volume: 15
    • Issue: 9
    • Year: 2023
    • Pages: 2177
    • Access: Open access
    • Citations: 0

 

Nadin Younes | Infectious disease | Young Scientist Award

Mrs. ā€ŒNadin Younes |Infectious disease|Young Scientist AwardĀ 

Mrs at Qatar university, Qatar

Mrs. Nadin Younes is a dedicated biomedical scientist with a Ph.D. in Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences from Qatar University. Her research focuses on developing low-cost lateral flow assays for rapid detection of foodborne viruses. With a strong academic background, including an M.Sc. and B.Sc. in Biomedical Sciences, she has significant experience as a Research Associate and Graduate Assistant at Qatar University. Mrs. Nadin Younes has received numerous awards, including the Lā€™OrĆ©al-UNESCO For Women in Science Middle East Regional Young Talents Award. Her expertise spans clinical laboratory methods, gene and protein expression analysis, and technical proficiency in various analytical instruments.

Profile

 

Education šŸŽ“

June 2025 Qatar University – College of Health Sciences, PhD in Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, GPA: 3.75/4.00, Dissertation Title: Development of Low-Cost Lateral Flow Assay Platform for Rapid Point-of-Care Detection of Foodborne Viruses in Qatar. June 2019 Qatar University – College of Health Sciences, M.Sc in Biomedical Sciences, GPA: 3.70/4.00, Dissertation Title: Genome Wide Association Study of Low Bone Mineral Density in The Qatari population. June 2017 Ā Qatar University – College of Health Sciences, Bachelor of Science, Major in Biomedical Sciences, NAACLS Accreditation,Ā GPA: 3.22/4.00, Thesis: The Effect of Combined Iron Chelation Therapy on Iron Overloaded Zebrafish Embryos

šŸ’¼ Work Experiences

Sep 2019 ā€“ Present šŸ”¬ Research Associate in the Biomedical Research Center – Qatar University. Sep 2017 ā€“ Jun 2019
šŸ§Ŗ Graduate Assistant in Biomedical Science Department, College of Health Sciences, Qatar University, Doha, Qatar.Ā  Jun 2017 ā€“ Sep 2017
šŸ”¬ Research Assistant in the Biomedical Research Center – Qatar University. April 2017 ā€“ Jun 2017 šŸ„ Internship in the Anti-Doping Lab (Aspire): Protein Engineering, Vascular Section, Imaging Section, Molecular Biology, Tissue Culture & Physiology Section. Sep 2016 ā€“ Jan 2017
šŸ„ Clinical Practice in Hamad Medical Corporation: Chemistry, Endocrinology, Special Chemistry, Medical Microbiology, Parasitology, Immunology, Virology, Hematology, Special Coagulation & Blood Bank

šŸ† Certifications & Awards

2023 Ā Graduate Research Award – Qatar University. Ā First Place in the 10th Annual Contest for Innovation and Entrepreneurship – Qatar University. Ā Lā€™OrĆ©al-UNESCO For Women in Science Middle East Regional Young Talents Award 2021Ā Graduate Sponsorship Research Award (QNRF) 2020. .CITI Program Certification, Working with Animals in Biomedical Research – Refresher Course, Animal Biosafety, Working with Fish in Research Settings, Working with Zebrafish (Danio Rerio) in Research Settings 2019 Ā Honor List of Postgraduate Students for Outstanding Research Ā Renewal of the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Board for Registry – Medical Laboratory Scientist2018 Ā 1st Place Winner for Poster Presentation in the 3rd Annual Health Research Symposium2017 Ā MLS (Medical Laboratory Scientist) ASCP Certification from University of South Florida2016 Ā Certificate of Attending Continuing Professional Development Workshop Ā Certificate of Completion/Basic Life Support/AED – European Resuscitation Council2014 & 2016 Ā Certificate of Academic Excellence in Recognition of Being on the Science Deanā€™s List

šŸ“Š Selected Poster Presentations & Conferences

2023 Ā Medlab Middle East | Medical Expo & Conference | Dubai Poster Presentation in 7th QU Health Annual Research Symposium. 2022 Poster Presentation in QU Annual Research Forum & Exhibition. 2018 Poster Presentation in QU Annual Research Forum & Exhibition Poster Presentation in 3rd Annual Health Research Symposium. 2017 Poster Presentation in the British Society for Hematology, 57th Annual Scientific Meeting 2017 (BSH 2017), Brighton Centre. 2016 Oral Presentation in the World Undergraduate Congress Research, (WUCR), Qatar University Poster Presentation in the First Annual Health Research Retreat, Qatar University.

šŸ§  Skills and Qualifications

Research Skills
šŸ”¬ Performing Laboratory Tests and Producing Reliable and Precise Data šŸ”¬ Analysis Instruments: Fluorescence Microscopy, Bio-Teck Citation 5, Viewpoint Zebrabox – High Throughput Screening, Zeiss SteREO Discovery V8 Microscope šŸ”¬ Gene and Protein Expression Analysis
šŸ”¬ Knowledge and Experience in Clinical Laboratory Methods in Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Chemistry, Blood Bank, Virology, Microbiology, and Immunology

šŸ’» Technical Skills

Ability to Produce Systematic Reviews Using Databases Such as PubMed, NCBI, and RCSB. Following and Ensuring Strict Safety Procedures and Safety Checks. Specimen Handling with Care and Minimizing Sample Retakes. Performing Clinical Laboratory Tests, Calculating Test Records, and Measuring Prescribed Quantities of Samples. Managing Clinical and Research Laboratory Resources

šŸ’» Computer Skills

Microsoft Office Tools, GraphPad Prism, SPSS Statistics Software, MATLAB, Image-J, Photoshop, Cerner

Publications Top Notes šŸ“

  • Potential adverse effects of resveratrol: A literature review:
    • Authors: A Shaito, AM Posadino, N Younes, H Hasan, S Halabi, D Alhababi, et al.
    • Journal: International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2020, 21(6), 2084.
  • Challenges in laboratory diagnosis of the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2:
    • Authors: N Younes, DW Al-Sadeq, H Al-Jighefee, S Younes, O Al-Jamal, HI Daas, et al.
    • Journal: Viruses, 2020, 12(6), 582.
  • Synthesis, bioapplications, and toxicity evaluation of chitosan-based nanoparticles:
    • Authors: BR Rizeq, NN Younes, K Rasool, GK Nasrallah.
    • Journal: International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2019, 20(22), 5776.
  • Using zebrafish for investigating the molecular mechanisms of drug-induced cardiotoxicity:
    • Authors: ZZ Zakaria, FM Benslimane, GK Nasrallah, S Shurbaji, NN Younes, et al.
    • Journal: BioMed Research International, 2018.
  • Immune modulatory effects of vitamin D on viral infections:
    • Authors: M Siddiqui, JS Manansala, HA Abdulrahman, GK Nasrallah, MK Smatti, et al.
    • Journal: Nutrients, 2020, 12(9), 2879.
  • ā€œGreenā€ ZnO-interlinked chitosan nanoparticles for the efficient inhibition of sulfate-reducing bacteria in inject seawater:
    • Authors: K Rasool, GK Nasrallah, N Younes, RP Pandey, P Abdul Rasheed, et al.
    • Journal: ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering, 2018, 6(3), 3896-3906.
  • Plasmonic MXene-based nanocomposites exhibiting photothermal therapeutic effects with lower acute toxicity than pure MXene:
    • Authors: EA Hussein, MM Zagho, BR Rizeq, NN Younes, G Pintus, KA Mahmoud, et al.
    • Journal: International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2019.
  • Dysregulation of signaling pathways due to differentially expressed genes from the B-cell transcriptomes of systemic lupus erythematosus patients ā€“ a bioinformatics approach:
    • Authors: S Udhaya Kumar, D Thirumal Kumar, R Siva, C George Priya Doss, et al.
    • Journal: Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology, 2020, 8, 276.
  • Toxicity evaluation of selected ionic liquid compounds on embryonic development of Zebrafish:
    • Authors: N Younes, R Salem, M Al-Asmakh, T Altamash, G Pintus, M Khraisheh, et al.
    • Journal: Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety, 2018, 161, 17-24.
  • The current status of cytomegalovirus (CMV) prevalence in the MENA region: a systematic review:
    • Authors: H Al Mana, HM Yassine, NN Younes, A Al-Mohannadi, DW Al-Sadeq, et al.
    • Journal: Pathogens, 2019, 8(4), 213.