Robert Kidega | Health Professions | Excellence in Scientific Innovation Award

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Excellence in Scientific Innovation Award

Robert Kidega
UINCD/PEN-PLUS, Uganda

Robert Kidega
Affiliation UINCD/PEN-PLUS
Country Uganda
Scopus ID 57899004600
Documents 6
Citations 123
h-index 2
Subject Area Health Professions
Event International Academic Achievements & Awards
ORCID 0009-0004-5283-2148

Robert Kidega is a researcher affiliated with UINCD/PEN-PLUS whose work falls within the health professions. His publication record is indexed in Scopus, and his scholarly contributions have been considered for the Excellence in Scientific Innovation Award presented at the International Academic Achievements & Awards event.[1]

Abstract

This article presents a neutral overview of the scholarly profile of Robert Kidega, a researcher in the health professions affiliated with UINCD/PEN-PLUS. According to Scopus, his author record lists six documents, 123 citations and an h-index of 2.[1] The article summarizes his research profile, outlines his publication and citation indicators, and discusses his suitability for the Excellence in Scientific Innovation Award.[3]

Keywords

Health professions, scientific innovation, research impact, Scopus, academic recognition, public health research, ORCID.

Introduction

Academic recognition programs seek to acknowledge researchers whose work contributes to scientific knowledge and practical progress. The International Academic Achievements & Awards event honors scholars across disciplines, and the Excellence in Scientific Innovation Award is intended for individuals who demonstrate originality, productivity and measurable scholarly influence.[3] Robert Kidega is considered in this context on the basis of his publication record and citation indicators in the health professions.[1]

Research Profile

Kidega is affiliated with UINCD/PEN-PLUS and conducts research within the subject area of health professions. His Scopus author profile is registered under the identifier 57899004600, and his ORCID record is 0009-0004-5283-2148.[1][2] These identifiers allow his outputs to be verified across independent scholarly databases.

  • Affiliation: UINCD/PEN-PLUS
  • Subject area: Health Professions
  • Indexed documents: 6

Research Contributions

Kidega’s contributions lie in health-related research with relevance to clinical practice, service delivery and community health outcomes. His indexed work has attracted attention from other researchers, as reflected in his citation count relative to the size of his publication record.[1] Details of individual studies can be verified through the DOI-linked records associated with his profile.[4]

Publications

Scopus currently indexes six documents under Kidega’s author profile. Readers seeking the complete and current list of titles, journals and publication years are encouraged to consult the Scopus and ORCID records directly, as these databases are updated regularly.[1][2]

  • Total documents indexed in Scopus: 6
  • Total citations: 123
  • h-index: 2

Research Impact

With 123 citations across six documents, the average citation rate per document is notable for a compact publication record.[1] The h-index of 2 indicates that at least two publications have each received two or more citations. Bibliometric indicators are context-dependent, and they are best interpreted alongside field norms and career stage.[5]

Award Suitability

The Excellence in Scientific Innovation Award recognizes contributions that advance science and demonstrate scholarly merit.[3] Kidega’s profile supports consideration on several grounds:

  • A verifiable, indexed publication record in the health professions.
  • A citation count that reflects uptake of his work by other researchers.
  • Transparent researcher identifiers through Scopus and ORCID.

Conclusion

Robert Kidega is a health professions researcher at UINCD/PEN-PLUS whose indexed record includes six documents and 123 citations. His profile provides a verifiable basis for recognition at the International Academic Achievements & Awards event, and his continued contributions may further strengthen his scholarly standing.[1][3]

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Robert Kidega, Author ID 57899004600. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57899004600
  2. ORCID. (n.d.). Robert Kidega (ORCID iD 0009-0004-5283-2148). ORCID.
    https://orcid.org/0009-0004-5283-2148
  3. Impact of COVID-19 on New – onset Type 1 diabetes mellitus: A six-year retrospective review from two Paediatric clinics, Kampala, Uganda.
    https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0341145
  4. Prognostic Value of Lung Injury Biomarkers in Patients Hospitalized With COVID-19 Without Respiratory Failure at Admission.
    https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42187543/
  5. Hirsch, J. E. (2005). An index to quantify an individual’s scientific research output. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 102(46), 16569–16572.
    https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.0507655102

Majd T. Mrayyan | Nursing and Health Professions | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

Majd T. Mrayyan
The Hashemite University, Faculty of Nursing, Jordan

Majd T. Mrayyan
Affiliation The Hashemite University, Faculty of Nursing
Country Jordan
Scopus ID 55878963500
Documents 117
Citations 1,692
h-index 21
Subject Area Nursing and Health Professions
Event International Academic Achievements & Awards

Majd T. Mrayyan is a nursing researcher at the Faculty of Nursing, The Hashemite University, Jordan. Her Scopus record lists 117 documents, 1,692 citations and an h-index of 21 in the subject area of Nursing and Health Professions.[1] This article presents her profile in the context of the Innovative Research Award at the International Academic Achievements & Awards event.

Abstract

This article summarizes the scholarly profile of Majd T. Mrayyan, a nursing academic at The Hashemite University. It outlines her research themes, publication record and bibliometric indicators, and considers their relevance to the Innovative Research Award. The discussion draws on indexed records and published articles.[1]

Keywords

Nursing research; nursing leadership; psychological safety; quality of nursing care; health professions; Scopus; academic recognition.

Introduction

Nursing research informs clinical practice, workforce management and healthcare quality. Mrayyan is affiliated with the Faculty of Nursing at The Hashemite University in Jordan, where her work has addressed nursing management, leadership and the quality of care.[2][3] Her profile has been nominated under the Innovative Research Award category of the International Academic Achievements & Awards event.

Research Profile

Mrayyan’s research falls within Nursing and Health Professions. According to Scopus, she has authored 117 documents, which have received 1,692 citations, with an h-index of 21.[1] Institutional records also document earlier recognition at The Hashemite University, including a 2008 ranking as the most prolific author by Scopus-indexed articles among the university’s faculty members for 2004–2008.[4]

Research Contributions

Her contributions cover several areas of nursing scholarship:

  • Nursing leadership: studies of humble leadership and its associations with psychological safety, knowledge sharing and creativity among nursing teams.[2][3]
  • Quality of care: early work examined job satisfaction, patient satisfaction and the quality of nursing care in Jordanian hospitals.[5]
  • Nursing education and quality assurance: institutional records describe her involvement in faculty quality assurance and program development.[4]

Publications

Selected publications include a study on whether nursing leaders’ humility is associated with team members’ psychological safety, published in the Journal of Advanced Nursing,[3] and a cross-sectional survey on predictors of humble leadership, psychological safety, knowledge sharing and creativity in nursing, published in the Journal of Nursing Management in 2024.[2] An earlier article in International Nursing Review examined job satisfaction and quality of care.[5]

Research Impact

With 1,692 citations and an h-index of 21, her publications show sustained engagement from the research community.[1] Her more recent articles continue to address leadership and team climate in nursing, topics of ongoing relevance to workforce retention and care quality.[2]

Award Suitability

The Innovative Research Award recognizes research that introduces new questions, approaches or applications. Mrayyan’s record is consistent with this focus for the following reasons:

  • A sizeable indexed publication record of 117 documents.[1]
  • Research on leadership and psychological safety, which links management concepts to nursing practice.[3]
  • Documented institutional recognition for research productivity.[4]

Conclusion

Majd T. Mrayyan has built a substantial body of work in nursing leadership and quality of care. Her Scopus indicators and continuing publications support her nomination for the Innovative Research Award at the International Academic Achievements & Awards event.[1]

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Majd T. Mrayyan, Author ID 55878963500. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=6603488343
  2. Mrayyan, M. T., & Al-Rjoub, S. F. (2024). Levels and predictors of leaders’ humble leadership, participants’ psychological safety, knowledge sharing in the team, and followers’ creativity in nursing: A cross-sectional online survey. Journal of Nursing Management, 2024, Article 9660787.
    https://doi.org/10.1155/2024/9660787
  3. Mrayyan, M. T., & Al-Rjoub, S. F. (2024). Does nursing leaders’ humility leadership associate with nursing team members’ psychological safety? Journal of Advanced Nursing.
    https://doi.org/10.1111/jan.16117
  4. Followership, teamwork, and wellness among nursing students: A cross-sectional study.
    https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0260691726004880
  5. Mrayyan, M. T. (2006). Jordanian nurses’ job satisfaction, patients’ satisfaction and quality of nursing care. International Nursing Review, 53(3), 224–230.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=6603488343

Chathurani Sigera | Health Professions | Women Researcher Award

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Women Researcher Award

Chathurani Sigera
University of Sydney, Australia

Chathurani Sigera
Affiliation University of Sydney
Country Australia
Scopus ID 57190065901
Documents 40
Citations 614
h-index 18
Subject Area Health Professions
Event International Academic Achievements & Awards

Chathurani Sigera is a physiotherapy and health-services researcher affiliated with the University of Sydney. Her scholarly work encompasses musculoskeletal health, physiotherapy service delivery, emergency-department care, critical-care physiotherapy and evidence-informed clinical practice. Her published research includes multidisciplinary studies examining healthcare pathways and approaches to physiotherapy education and practice. [1][2]

Abstract

The Women Researcher Award profile for Chathurani Sigera presents a research record in physiotherapy and health professions, with particular relevance to musculoskeletal healthcare and clinical service delivery. Her research has addressed physical activity among physiotherapy students, critical-care physiotherapy and contemporary models of care for musculoskeletal conditions. [1][2] Her recent work further examines physiotherapist-led and virtual approaches to healthcare delivery. [3][4]

Keywords

  • Physiotherapy
  • Health professions research
  • Musculoskeletal health
  • Emergency-department care
  • Critical-care physiotherapy

Introduction

Physiotherapy research increasingly integrates clinical practice with health-services evaluation, patient outcomes and multidisciplinary care. Sigera’s publication record reflects this broad orientation, with studies ranging from physiotherapy education and critical-care practice to musculoskeletal service pathways. Her research has involved collaboration across clinical and academic settings, supporting the evaluation of physiotherapy within changing healthcare environments. [1][3]

Research Profile

The research profile is primarily situated within health professions and physiotherapy. Documented publications indicate interests in physical activity, critical-care physiotherapy, musculoskeletal conditions and models for delivering care in emergency settings. A study of physiotherapy undergraduates examined physical inactivity and the relationship between knowledge and health practices, while other work investigated physiotherapy roles and training in critical-care environments. [1][2]

Research Contributions

  • Physiotherapy education: Research has examined physical inactivity and knowledge-practice relationships among physiotherapy students. [1]
  • Critical-care practice: Published work has examined physiotherapy workforce characteristics and structured skills training in critical-care settings. [2]
  • Musculoskeletal healthcare: More recent research has addressed physiotherapist-led care for musculoskeletal presentations in emergency departments. [3]
  • Virtual healthcare: Research has also investigated virtual models of care for patients with low back pain presenting to emergency departments. [4]

Publications

Selected publications demonstrate a progression from physiotherapy education and critical-care research toward contemporary musculoskeletal and emergency-care models. These studies provide a documented basis for evaluating the breadth of Sigera’s research activity within the health professions.

  1. Ranasinghe, C., Sigera, C., et al. (2016). Physical inactivity among physiotherapy undergraduates: exploring the knowledge-practice gap. BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation, 8, 39. DOI. [1]
  2. Sigera, P. C., et al. (2016). National Profile of Physical Therapists in Critical Care Units of Sri Lanka. Physical Therapy, 96(7), 933–939. DOI. [2]
  3. de Campos, T. F., Coombs, D., Sigera, C., et al. (2025). Effectiveness of primary-contact physiotherapy in managing musculoskeletal conditions in emergency departments. BMJ Open. DOI. [3]

Research Impact

The research addresses clinically relevant questions concerning how physiotherapy can be delivered across educational, critical-care and emergency settings. Studies of service pathways and virtual healthcare models are particularly relevant to healthcare systems seeking evidence on alternative approaches to managing musculoskeletal conditions. [3][4]

Award Suitability

The documented record provides several elements relevant to an academic recognition assessment, including peer-reviewed publications, multidisciplinary research participation and work addressing clinically applicable questions in physiotherapy and health services. The supplied bibliometric profile records 40 documents, 614 citations and an h-index of 18. These indicators provide quantitative context but should be considered alongside publication quality, methodological contribution, originality, collaboration and documented research outcomes.

Conclusion

Chathurani Sigera’s research profile reflects sustained activity within physiotherapy and the broader health professions, with documented contributions spanning education, critical-care practice, musculoskeletal healthcare and emerging models of clinical service delivery. The supplied bibliometric indicators and publication record provide supporting context for consideration within the Women Researcher Award category, subject to the applicable award criteria and verification procedures.

References

  1. Ranasinghe, C., Sigera, C., Ranasinghe, P., Jayawardena, R., Ranasinghe, A. C. R., Hills, A. P., & King, N. (2016). Physical inactivity among physiotherapy undergraduates: exploring the knowledge-practice gap. BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation, 8, 39.
    https://doi.org/10.1186/s13102-016-0063-8
  2. Sigera, P. C., et al. (2016). National Profile of Physical Therapists in Critical Care Units of Sri Lanka: Lower Middle-Income Country. Physical Therapy, 96(7), 933–939.
    https://doi.org/10.2522/ptj.20150363
  3. de Campos, T. F., Coombs, D., Sigera, C., et al. (2025). Effectiveness of primary-contact physiotherapy in managing musculoskeletal conditions in emergency departments: protocol for the RESHAP-ED randomised controlled trial. BMJ Open.
    https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2024-096044
  4. Sigera, C., Oliveira, C. B., et al. (2026). Effectiveness of a virtual hospital model of care for patients with low back pain presenting to emergency departments (Back@Home). npj Digital Medicine.
    https://doi.org/10.1038/s41746-026-02425-8
  5. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Chathurani Sigera, Author ID 57190065901. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57190065901

Hadi Shabanpour | Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

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Mr . Hadi Shabanpour | Health Professions | Best Researcher Award 

PhD Student and Lecturer – The University of Queensland , SENV , Australia

Saeed Yousefi is a distinguished researcher from Tadbir Industry and Mining Development Group, Tehran, Iran. He specializes in innovative methods for healthcare systems, focusing on patient clustering and resource allocation using advanced data analysis techniques.

Profile

Scopus

Education

Saeed Yousefi holds extensive academic qualifications in the field of operations research and data analysis. His educational background underpins his expertise in applying sophisticated analytical methods to real-world problems in healthcare systems.

Experience

Saeed Yousefi has a significant track record in the industry, particularly in developing and implementing innovative patient clustering methods. His work aims to enhance the efficiency of healthcare systems by improving patient classification and resource allocation.

Research Interests

Saeed’s research interests revolve around healthcare analytics, specifically focusing on patient clustering methods and data-driven decision-making processes. His work often integrates advanced techniques such as Data Envelopment Analysis and Artificial Neural Networks to optimize healthcare delivery.

Award

Saeed Yousefi has been recognized for his innovative research with notable awards, reflecting his contributions to advancing healthcare analytics and improving patient care systems.

Publication

One of Saeed Yousefi’s significant publications is titled “An Innovative Patient Clustering Method Using Data Envelopment Analysis–Discriminant Analysis and Artificial Neural Networks: A Case Study in Healthcare Systems”. This article, co-authored with Reza Farzipoor Saen, Hadi Shabanpour, and Kian Ghods, was published in Socio-Economic Planning Sciences in 2024. It discusses a novel patient clustering approach using advanced data analysis techniques to enhance healthcare system efficiency. You can access the article here.

Conclusion

The research conducted by Saeed Yousefi, Reza Farzipoor Saen, Hadi Shabanpour, and Kian Ghods presents a pioneering and impactful approach to patient clustering and resource allocation in healthcare. The integration of DEA-DA with ANN models, particularly SOM, addresses a critical need for effective pandemic management and resource utilization. The practical implications and innovative nature of the research make it a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. However, further exploration into scalability, integration, long-term outcomes, and comparative analysis could enhance the robustness and applicability of the proposed method.