Pei-Jung Wang | Physical Therapy | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Pei-Jung Wang | Physical Therapy | Best Researcher Award

Department of Physical Therapy at Asia University Taiwan

Dr. Pei-Jung Wang, an Assistant Professor at Asia University, Taiwan, specializes in pediatric physical therapy and mastery motivation in young children. With a Ph.D. in Physical Therapy from National Taiwan University, her research focuses on developmental delays, autism spectrum disorders, and early intervention strategies. She has received numerous academic and teaching awards, including the Young Investigator Award in Pediatric Neuropsychiatric Science. A licensed physical therapist, Dr. Wang integrates innovative methods into teaching and research, mentoring students and collaborating internationally. Her extensive contributions to early childhood developmental research reflect her passion for enhancing pediatric care.

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πŸŽ“Education

Ph.D. (2010-2016): School and Graduate Institute of Physical Therapy, National Taiwan University. M.Sc. (2008-2010): Graduate Institute of Physical Therapy, National Taiwan University. B.Sc. (2004-2008): Physical Therapy, Kaohsiung Medical University.

πŸ’ΌExperience

Assistant Professor (2019-Present): Asia University, Taichung. Research Associate (2019): China Medical University. Postdoctoral Fellow (2017-2019): Colorado State University. Pediatric Physical Therapist (2014-2016): Da Tong Developmental Center. Lecturer (2011): Jen-The Junior College of Medicine, Nursing, and Management.

πŸ†Awards and Honors

Young Investigator Award (2022): Pediatric Neuropsychiatric Science. Teaching Materials Design Award (2021): Asia University. Best Oral Presentation (2019): International Congress of Early Intervention. Academic Research Scholarship: National Taiwan University, Ministry of Science and Technology. Outstanding Academic Writing Awards: Multiple recognitions from National Taiwan University.

πŸ”¬Research Focus

Mastery motivation in children with developmental delays. Autism spectrum disorder interventions. Executive functions, motor skills, and early intervention. Hydrotherapy’s impact on social interaction and motor development. Blended learning and innovative teaching methodologies in physical therapy.

Conclusion

Dr. Pei-Jung Wang’s exceptional qualifications, impactful research, and commitment to education make her an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award. With a focus on advancing child development and therapy, she exemplifies the values of innovation, mentorship, and scholarly excellence. Further enhancing her international presence could elevate her already impressive profile to new heights.

Publications

  • The stability of mastery motivation and its relationship with home environment in infants and toddlers (2011)
    Authors: PJ Wang, AW Hwang, HF Liao, PC Chen, WS Hsieh
    Citations: 75

 

  • The revised Dimensions of Mastery Questionnaire (DMQ 18) (2015)
    Authors: GA Morgan, J Wang, KC Barrett, HF Liao, PJ Wang, SY Huang, K JΓ³zsa
    Citations: 56

 

  • The revised Dimensions of Mastery Questionnaire (DMQ 18) for infants and preschool children with and without risks or delays in Hungary, Taiwan, and the US (2017)
    Authors: GA Morgan, HF Liao, ÁA SzombathelyinΓ© Nyitrai, SY Huang, PJ Wang, …
    Citations: 49

 

  • Individualized Behavioral Assessments and Maternal Ratings of Mastery Motivation in Mental Age–Matched Toddlers With and Without Motor Delay (2013)
    Authors: PJ Wang, GA Morgan, AW Hwang, HF Liao
    Citations: 49

 

  • Cross cultural invariance and comparisons of Hungarian-, Chinese-, and English-speaking preschool children leading to the revised Dimensions of Mastery Questionnaire (DMQ 18) (2017)
    Authors: AW Hwang, J Wang, K JΓ³zsa, PJ Wang, HF Liao, GA Morgan
    Citations: 32

 

  • Do maternal interactive behaviors correlate with developmental outcomes and mastery motivation in toddlers with and without motor delay? (2014)
    Authors: PJ Wang, GA Morgan, AW Hwang, LC Chen, HF Liao
    Citations: 32

 

  • Reliability and validity of the revised individualized structured mastery tasks in children with developmental delay (2016)
    Authors: PJ Wang, GA Morgan, HF Liao, LC Chen, AW Hwang, L Lu
    Citations: 28

 

  • Sensory processing impairments in children with developmental coordination disorder (2022)
    Authors: HT Tran, YC Li, HY Lin, SD Lee, PJ Wang
    Citations: 20

 

  • The Revised Dimensions of Mastery Questionnaire (DMQ 18): A manual and forms for its use and scoring (2019)
    Authors: GA Morgan, J Wang, KC Barrett, HF Liao, PJ Wang, SY Huang, K JΓ³zsa
    Citations: 20

 

  • The revised individualized moderately challenging mastery tasks for 15-to 48-month-old children (2017)
    Authors: PJ Wang, HF Liao, GA Morgan
    Citations: 16

 

  • Is mastery motivation a mediator of relations between maternal teaching behavior and developmental abilities in children with global developmental delay? (2019)
    Authors: PJ Wang, LC Chen, HF Liao, YK Tu, L Lu, GA Morgan
    Citations: 11

 

  • Assessing mastery motivation in a young child with global developmental delay (2016)
    Authors: PJ Wang, HF Liao, GA Morgan
    Citations: 11

 

  • Child and family factors that predict participation attendance in daily activities of toddlers with global developmental delay (2021)
    Authors: PJ Wang, HF Liao, LJ Kang, LC Chen, AW Hwang, L Lu, YK Tu, …
    Citations: 8

 

  • Characteristics of mastery motivation and its relationship with parenting stress in toddlers with language delay (2022)
    Authors: SY Huang, CY Chang, PJ Wang, SC Tang
    Citations: 7

 

  • Understanding and supporting mastery motivation in everyday activities: A focus on early childhood intervention (2021)
    Authors: HF Liao, PJ Wang, K JΓ³zsa, PM Blasco, GA Morgan
    Citations: 5

 

  • Gender differences in auditory and visual attentional performance in children with and without ADHD (2023)
    Authors: HY Lin, EC Chiu, HC Hsieh, PJ Wang
    Citations: 4

 

  • The DMQ in children developing atypically and comparisons with those developing typically (2020)
    Authors: PJ Wang, SY Huang, L Gilmore, B Szenczi, K JΓ³zsa, HF Liao, GA Morgan
    Citations: 4

 

  • Using DMQ 18 in Early Intervention and with School Children Who Have Special Needs (2020)
    Authors: HF Liao, PJ Wang, SY Huang, J Ramakrishnan, AW Hwang
    Citations: 3

 

 

RAVI SHANKAR REDDY | Phyiscal Therapy | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. RAVI SHANKAR REDDY | Phyiscal Therapy | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at King Khalid University,  Saudi Arabia

Dr. Ravi Shankar Reddy is an Associate Professor in the Program of Physical Therapy, Department of Medical Rehabilitation, College of Applied Medical Sciences at King Khalid University, Saudi Arabia. With expertise in orthopedic physical therapy, he specializes in manual therapy, musculoskeletal physiotherapy, and rehabilitation. Dr. Reddy has published extensively in high-tier academic journals and is a member of several university and departmental committees. He serves as a peer reviewer and editorial board member for numerous prestigious journals, including PLOS ONE and Physiotherapy Research International. His current research focuses on proprioception, spinal rehabilitation, and postural assessment. With over 15 years of teaching and clinical experience, Dr. Reddy is committed to advancing physiotherapy education and contributing to high-quality patient care.

 

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πŸŽ“ Education 

Dr. Ravi Shankar Reddy earned his Ph.D. in Physiotherapy from Manipal University, India, where his research focused on the effectiveness of kinaesthetic rehabilitation exercises for cervical spondylosis. He completed his Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Manual Therapy at UNISUAM, Brazil, specializing in orthopedic physical therapy. Dr. Reddy holds a Master of Physiotherapy (MPT) in Musculoskeletal and Manual Therapy from Kasturba Medical College, Manipal University, and a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) from the same institution. Throughout his education, he gained specialized knowledge in orthopedic physical therapy, manual therapy, and musculoskeletal rehabilitation. His academic training equipped him with advanced skills in patient care, clinical research, and evidence-based physiotherapy, which he now applies in his teaching and research roles.

πŸ’Ό Experience 

Dr. Ravi Shankar Reddy has over 15 years of experience in physiotherapy education and clinical practice. He currently serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Medical Rehabilitation at King Khalid University, Saudi Arabia. Previously, he held academic positions at Manipal University, where he progressed from Lecturer to Associate Professor. His roles have included teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students, overseeing clinical case discussions, and managing inpatient and outpatient orthopedic patients. Dr. Reddy has also coordinated workshops in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and mentored students through research projects. His expertise in manual therapy and orthopedic rehabilitation has allowed him to contribute to high-quality patient care and academic development, including the supervision of Ph.D. and master’s students.

πŸ† Awards and Honors 

Dr. Ravi Shankar Reddy has received several prestigious awards and honors for his contributions to physiotherapy and academia. He won the Best Paper Award at the 2014 Physio-accord Conference in Bangalore and the Physiotherapy Conference in Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh, for his research on radial nerve neural mobilization. He serves as an advisory board member of the International Journal of Disabilities Sports & Health Sciences. Additionally, Dr. Reddy is a member of several university committees and has been recognized for his dedication to research, securing significant research grants from institutions like King Khalid University and King Salman for Disability Research. His work in clinical rehabilitation and proprioception has earned him a reputation as a leading expert in his field.

Publications Top Notes:

 

  1. Translation, cross cultural adaptation, and validation of Arabic version of Interview administered version of Work Rehabilitation Questionnaire (WORQ)
    • Authors: Kakaraparthi, V.N., Vishwanathan, K., Gadhavi, B., Alshahrani, O.M., Almushari, M.H.Y.
    • Journal: Work, 2024, 79(1), pp. 371–379

 

  1. Applicability of a Wearable Sensor Unit Pheezee and Assessment of Its Psychometric Properties in Measuring the Ranges of Wrist and Elbow
    • Authors: Tedla, J.S., Panigrahi, M., Midde, A.K., Dixit, S., Kakaraparthi, V.N.
    • Journal: IEEE Sensors Journal, 2024, 24(9), pp. 13991–13998

 

  1. Exploring the interplay between ankle muscle strength, postural control, and pain intensity in chronic ankle instability: A comprehensive analysis
    • Authors: Alshahrani, M.S., Reddy, R.S., Alshahrani, A., Gautam, A.P., Alsubaie, S.F.
    • Journal: Heliyon, 2024, 10(5), Article e27374

 

  1. Balancing act: Unraveling the link between muscle strength, proprioception, and stability in unilateral hip osteoarthritis
    • Authors: Alkhamis, B.A., Reddy, R.S., Alahmari, K.A., Mukherjee, D., Elrefaey, B.H.
    • Journal: PLoS ONE, 2024, 19(2), Article e0298625

 

  1. Oblique, forward, and lateral directions reach test distances in young adults, and concurrent validity of these tests with the center of pressure excursion in assessing the limits of stability
    • Authors: Tedla, J.S., Sangadala, D.R., Reddy, R.S., Nambi, G., Ponneru, B.R.
    • Journal: Heliyon, 2024, 10(2), Article e24591

 

  1. Exploring the impact of physiotherapy on health outcomes in older adults with chronic diseases: a cross-sectional analysis
    • Authors: Reddy, R.S., Alahmari, K.A., Alshahrani, M.S., Rao, V.S., Al-Qahtani, K.A.
    • Journal: Frontiers in Public Health, 2024, 12, Article 1415882

 

  1. Impact of Glycemic Control on Shoulder Proprioception in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: Mediating the Connection – Insights from a Cross-Sectional Analysis
    • Authors: Alshahrani, M.S., Reddy, R.S., Alshahrani, A., Alsubaie, S.F.
    • Journal: Journal of Multidisciplinary Healthcare, 2024, 17, pp. 3043–3052

 

  1. Shoulder muscle weakness and proprioceptive impairments in type 2 diabetes mellitus: exploring correlations for improved clinical management
    • Authors: Reddy, R.S., Alshahrani, M.S., ALMohiza, M.A., Ghulam, H.S.H., Alqhtani, R.S.
    • Journal: PeerJ, 2024, 12(6), Article e17630

 

Xianyue Shen | Orthopedic | Young Scientist Award

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  Dr. Xianyue Shen | Orthopedic | Young Scientist Award

Xianyue Shen is an accomplished Assistant Attending Surgeon specializing in orthopedics at The First Affiliated Hospital of University of Science and Technology of China. With expertise in the application of 3D printing and artificial intelligence in medicine, he has a robust academic background, including a doctoral degree from The Second Hospital of Jilin University. Shen has authored numerous influential publications on osteonecrosis, joint reconstruction, and ACL tear management, showcasing his leadership in clinical research. He actively contributes to international conferences and serves as a respected reviewer for esteemed journals in orthopedic surgery and healthcare sciences.

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 πŸŒResearch Interest:

The Application of 3D Printing and Artificial Intelligence in Medicine

πŸŽ“Education Background:

2011.09-2016.06 Bachelor’s degree in Medicine Anhui University of Science and Technology School of Medicine, China, 2016.09-2019.06 Master’s degree China-Japan Union Hospital of Jilin University, China, 2020.09-2023.06 Doctoral degree The Second Hospital of Jilin University, China

πŸ“‹Work Experiences:

  • 2023.06-Now
    Assistant attending surgeon, Department of Orthopedic, The First Affiliated Hospital of University of Science and Technology of China
  • Development and Validation of an Automated Classification System for Osteonecrosis of the Femoral Head Using Deep Learning Approach: A Multicenter Study
    • Journal: J Arthroplasty
    • Year: 2023
    • Month: August

 

  • Jumbo Bionic Trabecular Metal Acetabular Cups Improve Cup Stability During Acetabular Bone Defect Reconstruction: A Finite Element Analysis Study
    • Journal: J Bionic Eng
    • Year: 2023

 

  • Automatic detection of early osteonecrosis of the femoral head from various hip pathologies using deep convolutional neural network: a multi-centre study
    • Journal: Int Orthop
    • Year: 2023
    • Month: September
    • Volume: 47
    • Issue: 9
    • Pages: 2235-2244

 

  • Deep Learning Approach for Diagnosing Early Osteonecrosis of the Femoral Head Based on Magnetic Resonance Imaging
    • Journal: J Arthroplasty
    • Year: 2022
    • Month: October
    • Volume: 22
    • Article Number: 00900-7

 

  • Optimal Timing of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction in Patients With Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tear: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
    • Journal: JAMA Netw Open
    • Year: 2022
    • Month: November
    • Volume: 5
    • Issue: 11

 

  • Trabecular metal versus nontrabecular metal acetabular components for acetabular revision surgery: A systematic review and meta-analysis
    • Journal: Int J Surg
    • Year: 2022
    • Month: April
    • Volume: 100
    • Pages: 106597

 

  • Acetabular Revision Arthroplasty Based on 3-Dimensional Reconstruction Technology Using Jumbo Cups
    • Journal: Front Bioeng Biotechnol
    • Year: 2022
    • Month: April
    • Volume: 10
    • Article Number: 799443