Revathi | Healthcare | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Revathi | Healthcare | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at Sona College of Technology, India

Dr. Revathi T.K. is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Kongunadu College of Engineering and Technology, affiliated with Anna University, Chennai. With a deep-rooted interest in Information and Communication Engineering (ICE), Dr. Revathi completed her Ph.D. from Sona College of Technology, Salem, under the supervision of Dr. B. Sathiyabhama. Over the years, she has made significant contributions to the field, specializing in machine learning, cardiovascular disease prediction, and deep learning. Her academic journey has been marked by several accolades and a strong research portfolio.

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Education:

Dr. Revathi T.K. holds a Ph.D. in Information and Communication Engineering (ICE) from Sona College of Technology, Salem, where her research was supervised by Dr. B. Sathiyabhama, with the thesis focusing on advanced machine learning techniques in healthcare. She completed her Master of Engineering (M.E.) in Computer Science and Engineering from Muthayammal Engineering College, Rasipuram, with distinction and a CGPA of 9.01. Prior to that, she earned her Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) degree in the same field from Muthayammal Engineering College, achieving 81%. She also completed her schooling at Government Higher Secondary School, Namagiripettai, with top marks in both the HSC and SSLC exams, which laid a strong foundation for her academic pursuits.

Experience:

Dr. Revathi’s professional career spans over a decade, beginning as a Lecturer at Muthayammal Engineering College from June 2010 to May 2013. She then served as an Assistant Professor at Kongunadu College of Engineering and Technology from June 2013 to May 2018. Since August 2020, Dr. Revathi has been an Assistant Professor at Kongunadu College of Engineering and Technology, continuing to contribute to the field of engineering education and research. Her roles have included teaching core subjects, mentoring students, and guiding research, with an emphasis on integrating industry-relevant skills and technological advancements into the curriculum.

Research Interests:

Dr. Revathi’s research interests lie primarily in the domains of machine learning, deep learning, and healthcare applications, particularly in predictive models for cardiovascular diseases and other health-related issues. She has worked extensively on applying deep learning techniques to medical imaging, especially in retinal fundus images and coronary angiography, to diagnose conditions like cardiovascular disease and Parkinson’s disease. Her work also extends to the development of intelligent models for disease prediction, with a focus on improving diagnostic accuracy and efficiency using state-of-the-art techniques in artificial intelligence.

Awards:

Dr. Revathi has been recognized for her outstanding contributions to both academia and research. She was honored as a ‘Wipro Certified Faculty’ in 2019 by Wipro Technologies and received multiple awards for exceptional academic performance, including the Exceptional Performer Award for achieving 95% in the subject ‘Design and Analysis of Algorithms’. Furthermore, she has been acknowledged for her contributions to achieving 100% academic results in various subjects like ‘Software Quality Assurance’ and ‘User Interface Design’. Dr. Revathi was also awarded the Muthayammal Academic Award for excellent performance in the ‘Client Server Computing’ subject, and the Discipline Star Award from NPTEL.

Publications:

Dr. Revathi has authored several impactful research publications, including notable works such as:

  1. Revathi, T.K., Sathiyabhama, B., Kaliraj, S. et al. Early Prediction of Cardio Vascular Disease (CVD) from Diabetic Retinopathy using Improvised Deep Belief Network (IDBN), BMC Cardiovascular Disorders, 2025.

  2. A Machine Learning Approach for Predicting Parkinson’s Disease Using Big Data, Harish Reddy Gantla et al., Recent Advances in Management and Engineering, CRC Press, 2024.

  3. Revathi, T.K., Sathiyabhama, B., Vidhushavarshini S., and Seshathiri D. An Improved Long Short-Term Memory Algorithm for Cardiovascular Disease Prediction, Diagnostics, 2024.

  4. Revathi, T.K., Sathiyabhama, B., Sankar, S. et al. Diagnosing Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) using Generative Adversarial Network (GAN) in Retinal Fundus Images, Annals of the Romanian Society for Cell Biology, 2021.

  5. Revathi, T.K., Sathiyabhama, B., Sankar, S. A Deep Learning based Approach for Diagnosing Coronary Inflammation, Annals of the Romanian Society for Cell Biology, 2021.

Conclusion:

Dr. Revathi T.K. stands as a prominent academician and researcher in the field of Computer Science and Engineering, with a strong focus on artificial intelligence applications in healthcare. Her work has earned her several prestigious awards, and she has a proven track record of publishing in high-impact journals and contributing to the academic community. Dr. Revathi’s dedication to advancing both her students’ education and her research in machine learning for healthcare continues to inspire and lead by example, reinforcing her commitment to bridging the gap between technology and medical sciences for societal benefit.

Selvia Hanna | Clinical Pharmacy | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Selvia Hanna | Clinical Pharmacy | Best Researcher Award

Senior Clinical Pharmacist | Beni-Suef University Hospital | Egypt

👩‍🔬 Short Bio:

Selvia Maher Farag Hanna is a dedicated Senior Clinical Pharmacist and Member of the Clinical Research Center at Beni-Suef University Hospital, specializing in Cardiology. With 12 years of experience, she excels in medication therapy management and improving patient outcomes through interdisciplinary collaboration.

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📚 Education:

Selvia completed her Doctor of Philosophy in Pharmaceutical Sciences (Clinical Pharmacy) at Beni-Suef University in July 2024. She holds a Master’s degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences (Clinical Pharmacy) and a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, both from Beni-Suef University.

💼 Experience:

Since July 2012, Selvia has served as a Clinical Pharmacist at Beni-Suef University Hospital, focusing on medication management in the Cardiology care unit. Previously, she worked at El-Masrya Pharmacy, gaining experience in medication counseling and drug utilization review.

🔬 Research Interest:

Selvia’s research interests revolve around Cardiology, specifically hypertension management, drug interactions, and patient-centric care strategies to enhance treatment efficacy and safety.

🏆 Award:

Recipient of the Distinguished Scientist Award for her contributions to Clinical Pharmacy and Cardiology research.

📄 Publications:

  1. Effect of Amlodipine/Valsartan Versus Nebivolol/Valsartan Fixed Dose Combinations on Peripheral and Central Blood Pressure
    Published in High Blood Pressure & Cardiovascular Prevention, November 2018.
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    Cited 11 times.
  2. Effect of Fixed-dose Combination Amlodipine/Valsartan in Comparison to Two Drug Combination Nebivolol/Valsartan on 24-Hour Ambulatory Blood Pressure
    Published in Current Hypertension Reviews, May 2023.
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  3. Target Blood Pressure and Combination Therapy: Focus on Angiotensin Receptor Blockers Combination with Either Calcium Channel Blockers or Beta Blockers
    Published in Current Hypertension Reviews, September 2022.
  4. Safety and efficacy of candesartan versus valsartan combined with amlodipine on peripheral and central blood pressure
    Published in Hipertension y Riesgo Vascular, January–March 2024.

 

Gregory Madden | Infectious Diseases | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Gregory Madden | Infectious Diseases | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor |University of Virginia | United States

Short Bio 🌍

Gregory Russell Madden is an Assistant Professor specializing in Infectious Diseases at the University of Virginia (UVA). His research focuses on hospital epidemiology and infectious disease management, with a particular emphasis on Clostridioides difficile infection. Dr. Madden is renowned for his work in diagnostic stewardship and immune profiling, aiming to improve patient outcomes through innovative research and clinical practice.

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Education 📚

Dr. Madden completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Delaware, earning a B.A. in Biology & Biochemistry in June 2008. He subsequently obtained his Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) from the University of Virginia in June 2012. Following this, he pursued residency training in Internal Medicine at Yale University and completed a fellowship in Infectious Diseases at the University of Virginia, where he also obtained a Master’s degree in Data Science in August 2023.

Experience 💼

As an Assistant Professor at UVA, Dr. Madden has been actively involved in clinical research and teaching. He has served as a hospitalist and instructor in Medicine at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston, and has held key roles in various committees and advisory boards focused on infection control and epidemiology. His expertise spans clinical diagnostics, antimicrobial resistance, and the application of data science in healthcare settings.

Research Interest 🔬

Dr. Madden’s research interests revolve around understanding and mitigating healthcare-associated infections, particularly C. difficile infection. He has pioneered the use of diagnostic stewardship algorithms and immune profiling to predict infection outcomes, aiming to personalize treatment strategies and improve patient care. His work has been instrumental in advancing our understanding of pathogen-host interactions and developing targeted interventions.

Award 🏆

In July 2021, Dr. Madden was awarded a prestigious K23 Mentored Career Development Award for his project titled ‘Immune profiling to stratify Clostridioides difficile infection outcomes’. This award recognizes his significant contributions to the field of infectious diseases and underscores his commitment to translational research that bridges basic science with clinical practice.

Publication 📝

Gregory Russell Madden has authored numerous influential publications, including:

  • Madden GR, German Mesner I, Cox HL, et al. Reduced Clostridium difficile Tests and Laboratory-Identified Events with a Computerized Clinical Decision Support Tool and Financial Incentive. Infect Control Hosp Epidemiol. 2018 Jun;39(6):737–40. [PMC6088779]
  • Madden GR, Enfield KB, Sifri CD. Patient Outcomes Associated with Prevented versus Negative Clostridium difficile Tests Using Computerized Clinical Decision Support (CCDS). Open Forum Infect Dis. 2020 Mar 18;7(4):1-8. [PMC7166115]
  • Abhyankar MM, Ma JZ, Scully KW, et al. Immune Profiling To Predict Outcome of Clostridioides difficile Infection. mBio. 2020 May 26;11(3)

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These publications reflect Dr. Madden’s commitment to advancing knowledge in infectious diseases and his impact on clinical practice.