María Victoria Zelaya Huerta | Molecular Pathology | Women Researcher Award

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Dr. Maria Victoria Zelaya Huerta | Molecular Pathology | Women Researcher Award 

Dr. María Victoria Zelaya Huerta | University Hospital of Navarra | Spain

Dr. María Victoria Zelaya Huerta has established herself as a highly respected figure in pathology and neuropathology, with her work widely cited and recognized internationally. These metrics demonstrate the significance and influence of her contributions, underscoring how her studies have informed subsequent investigations and advanced medical knowledge. Beyond bibliometric achievements, she has been consistently acknowledged for her academic excellence and dedication to both clinical and translational research. Her recognition includes institutional distinctions for her pioneering work in breast cancer sentinel lymph node studies and molecular insights into Alzheimer’s disease. Dr. Zelaya has also been invited to present at numerous national and international pathology congresses, further highlighting the value of her research within the scientific community. Her international training and collaborations in Argentina, Spain, Taiwan, the Netherlands, and the United States have earned her fellowships and professional commendations, strengthening her global profile. With 47 scientific documents, over 992 total citations from 816 articles, and an h-index of 19, her research has had a strong impact across the fields of neuropathology, neurodegenerative diseases, and cancer pathology. As a tutor of residents, she continues to inspire and mentor the next generation of pathologists, solidifying her legacy as both a researcher and educator.

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Featured Publications

Gelpi, E., Höftberger, R., Graus, F., & Duyckaerts, C. Neuropathological spectrum of anti-IgLON5 disease and stages of brainstem tau pathology: Updated neuropathological research criteria of the disease-related tauopathy. Acta Neuropathologica.

Profiling TREM2 expression in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Acta Neuropathologica.

Clinical, histopathologic and genetic features of rhabdoid meningiomas. International Journal of Molecular Sciences.

Pathological features in paediatric patients with TK2 deficiency. International Journal of Molecular Sciences.

Gul Cirkin | Molecular Medicine | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Gul Cirkin | Molecular Medicine | Best Researcher Award 

Pediatric Gastroenterologist | Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, Izmir | Turkey 

Dr. Gül Çirkin is a highly accomplished Pediatric Gastroenterologist currently serving at Tepecik Training and Research Hospital in İzmir, Turkey. Over the course of her career, she has built a strong foundation in pediatrics and subspecialized in pediatric gastroenterology, with a focus on improving child health through clinical excellence, research, and academic contributions. Her educational path began with a Doctor of Medicine degree from Dicle University Faculty of Medicine, followed by a Pediatrics Residency at Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine. She later pursued a Pediatric Gastroenterology Fellowship at Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine, where she deepened her expertise in pediatric hepatology, endoscopy, and nutritional disorders. Professionally, she has served as a research assistant, pediatrician, and pediatric gastroenterologist in leading hospitals across Turkey, gaining extensive clinical and academic experience. Her research interests include celiac disease, pediatric liver diseases, childhood obesity, nutritional disorders, and pediatric endoscopy. She has published in respected journals and actively presented her work at international conferences, including the European Society for Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition and the European Society for Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism. Her contributions to research and clinical care have earned her recognition as a promising leader in pediatric gastroenterology and hepatology.

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Featured Publications

Trends in Pediatrics. (2021). Evaluation of success rate of exogenous obesity management. Trends in Pediatrics.

Trends in Pediatrics. (2022). Study of liver effect in children with celiac disease. Trends in Pediatrics.

Endoscopy. (2023). Botryoid rhabdomyosarcoma or parasites: Transnasal choledoscopy as a diagnostic tool. Endoscopy.

Medicine (Baltimore). (2024). Evaluation of endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography in Turkish children. Medicine (Baltimore).

Turkish Journal of Gastroenterology. (2024). Clinical and molecular analysis in patients with Peutz–Jeghers syndrome. Turkish Journal of Gastroenterology.

Turkish Journal of Pediatrics. (2024). Evaluation of functional gastrointestinal disorders in children with autism spectrum disorder. Turkish Journal of Pediatrics.