George Agana Akuriba | One Health | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. George Agana Akuriba | One Health | Best Researcher Award 

Lecturer | Cape Coast Technical University | Ghana

Dr. George Agana Akuriba is an accomplished agribusiness researcher and educator whose scholarly work focuses on food safety, consumer behavior, and climate-smart agriculture. His contributions have been recognized through 2 published research papers, which have collectively received 8 citations from other academic works, reflecting the growing influence of his studies within the agribusiness research community. He holds an h-index of 1, indicating that at least one of his publications has been cited by multiple researchers, demonstrating the academic relevance and impact of his findings. His research appears in reputable journals such as Dialogues in Health and Cogent Food & Agriculture, addressing critical topics such as meat safety compliance, adaptive farming strategies, and value chain sustainability. Through his continued focus on innovation, policy integration, and sustainable agricultural development, he is contributing to strengthening Africa’s agrifood systems and enhancing evidence-based agricultural reforms.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID | Google Scholar

Featured Publications

1. Tangonyire, D. F., & Akuriba, G. A. (2021). Socioeconomic factors influencing farmers’ specific adaptive strategies to climate change in Talensi district of the Upper East Region of Ghana. Ecofeminism and Climate Change, 2(2), 50–68.
Cited by: 53

2. Akuriba, G. A., & Tangonyire, D. F. (2020). Effects of nucleus-farmer outgrower schemes on profitability among smallholder farmers: Empirical evidence from Northern Ghana. Cogent Food & Agriculture, 6(1), 1823592.
Cited by: 18

3. Akuriba, G. A., Awunyo-Vitor, D., Wongnaa, C. A., Owusu-Afriyie, R., Hagan, M. A. S., … (2025). Perceived risk factors and their influence on compliance with meat safety guidelines among butchers and fresh meat retailers in Ghana. Dialogues in Health, Article 100250.

4. Sarfo, B., Asiedu, C. Y., Opoku-Mensah, S., Akuriba, G. A., & Antwi, D. K. (2025). Unwrapping risk perception towards street food safety: The relationships among net profit margin, perceived customer satisfaction and repurchase intention. Food and Humanity, Article 100843.

Katleho Nthabiseng Mosikidi | Zoonotic Diseases | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Katleho Nthabiseng Mosikidi | Zoonotic Diseases | Best Researcher Award

Animal Health Technician | North West University | South Africa

Katleho Nthabiseng Mosikidi is a dedicated and registered Animal Health Technician with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC), driven by a passion for animal welfare, public health, and community service. She holds an MSc in Animal Health (2023) and a BSc in Agriculture in Animal Health (2019) from North-West University, underlining her strong academic background and commitment to advancing animal health sciences. Katleho’s professional journey includes practical experience as an intern at the South African Police Service Veterinary Services in Potchefstroom, where she conducted animal health assessments, collected and analyzed samples, managed records, and administered treatments to horses. Currently serving as a Learner Retail Trainee Manager at NWK, she is enhancing her managerial, marketing, and customer service skills within the retail sector. Her technical competencies extend to biosecurity measures, data management, and computer literacy, complemented by excellent communication, organizational, and teamwork abilities. She has actively contributed to research, co-authoring a scientific article titled “Coxiella burnetii (Q fever) small ruminants on farms in North West Province, South Africa” (Manuscript ID: vetsci-342403), demonstrating her engagement in scholarly work. Katleho’s excellence in presentation and research has been recognized through the Onderstepoort Biological Products Animal Health Technician Award for Best Presentation at the 20th Annual SASVEPM Congress held in August 2023 at Avani Resort, Gaborone, Botswana.

Profile: ORCID

Featured Publication

Mosikidi, K. N., Mphuthi, N. M., Mangena, M. L., Lazarus, D. D., Sirdar, M., & Gcebe, N. (2025). Coxiella burnetii (Q Fever) in small ruminants on farms in North West Province, South Africa. Veterinary Sciences, 12(4), Article 315.

Cited by: 2

Bruno Oliveira Souza e Silva | Diagnostic | Best Innovation Award

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Mr. Bruno Oliveira Souza e Silva | Diagnostic | Best Innovation Award 

Public servant | State Secretariat of Health of Minas Gerais | Brazil

Bruno Oliveira Souza e Silva is a dedicated Brazilian pharmacist and health professional with extensive experience in clinical analysis, laboratory coordination, and public health. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy with specialization in Clinical and Toxicological Analysis from the José do Rosário Vellano University, a Master’s degree in Health Education from UFVJM, and multiple postgraduate specializations in Chemistry, Higher Education Teaching, Environmental Health Surveillance, and Health Surveillance. Currently serving as a Clinical Analyst Pharmacist at the State Health Secretariat of Minas Gerais, he coordinates the Macrorregional Laboratory of Teófilo Otoni, overseeing diagnostic services for tuberculosis, leishmaniasis, and leprosy. His professional background also includes teaching roles at the Doctum University Center of Teófilo Otoni, where he contributes to Pharmacy, Dentistry, Nursing, and Biomedical programs. An alumnus of the EpiSUS Fundamental Program, he is also a Field Epidemiologist and member of the Technical Working Group on Clinical and Toxicological Analysis of the Regional Pharmacy Council of Minas Gerais. Bruno’s expertise spans pharmacy, biochemistry, microbiology, parasitology, and pharmacology, supported by a robust record of research and publication in disease surveillance, epidemiology, and laboratory science. His commitment to innovation and public health excellence has earned him several distinctions, including the Pharmaceutical Attitude Award (2024) and the Inova Minas Gerais Award (2021) for public policy innovation. Passionate about scientific education and health system strengthening, he continues to advance integrated approaches to laboratory diagnostics, disease prevention, and epidemiological surveillance in Brazil’s public health sector.

Profile: ORCID

Featured Publications

Tokai, B. O., & Costa, A. S. (2021). Estudo sobre a qualidade da água para consumo humano e as doenças diarreicas no Brasil. Revista Baiana de Saúde Pública, 43(4), e2979. Cited by: 3

 

Josiah Orji | Infectious Diseases | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Josiah Orji | Infectious Diseases | Best Researcher Award

Student | Federal University of Technology | Nigeria                         

Mr. Josiah Orji is an applied mathematician specializing in differential equations, mathematical modeling, and numerical simulation, with a focus on biological and medical applications. He excels in translating complex biological processes into mathematical frameworks, conducting analytical and computational analyses, and preparing findings for publication. Currently pursuing an M.Tech. in Applied Mathematics (Distinction) at the Federal University of Technology, Akure, his dissertation explores the modeling and optimal control of malaria transmission dynamics with the impact of an effective vaccine. He holds a B.Tech. in Industrial Mathematics (First Class Honors) from the same university. His research has been published in peer-reviewed journals, emphasizing malaria and schistosomiasis modeling, and he possesses strong programming skills in MATLAB, Maple, and Python. A PTDF scholar and recipient of multiple academic awards, including the Prof. Reuben Olufenwa Ayeni Award and a NAMCUS Bronze Medal, Josiah has teaching experience at both pre-degree and secondary levels and has served in leadership roles such as President of the Watchman Catholic Charismatic Campus Fellowship. His research interests include mathematical biology, optimal control theory, computational mathematics, and data-driven approaches to disease modeling. He is proficient in LaTeX and web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), a member of professional bodies such as Black in AI and ResearchGate, and remains committed to advancing interdisciplinary research in mathematics, data science, and biomedical systems while mentoring future scientists through teaching, tutoring, and community engagement.

Profile: Google Scholar

Featured Publications

1. Orji, J. C., Yusuf, T. T., Afolabi, A. S., & Dawodu, K. A. (2025). Integrated malaria control: Impacts of vaccination and combined interventions on disease dynamics. Modeling Earth Systems and Environment, 11(6), 1–23

2. Chukwuebuka, O. J., Miswanto, M., & Sunday, A. A. (n.d.). Optimal control problems constrained by non-linear ordinary differential equations.

 

Lianfen Qian | Pandemic Preparedness | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Lianfen Qian | Pandemic Preparedness | Best Researcher Award

Professor | The University of Arizona | United States

Dr. Lianfen Qian is a distinguished biostatistician and Professor of Practice at the University of Arizona, with extensive expertise in developing and applying statistical methodologies to biomedical, environmental, and genomic research. She earned her B.S. and M.S. in Mathematics and Statistics from Zhejiang University, China, and her Ph.D. in Statistics from Michigan State University. Dr. Qian’s research focuses on survival analysis, longitudinal data modeling, semi-competing risks, and structural change detection. Her work has been widely published in leading journals such as Biometrika, Computational Statistics & Data Analysis, and Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology. A seasoned educator and mentor, she has guided numerous Ph.D. and M.S. students, with one of her mentees earning first place in the 2015 ASA/CAUSE Undergraduate Research Project Competition. She has also served in leadership roles for the American Statistical Association’s South Florida Chapter and contributed as an NSF panelist. Dr. Qian’s career includes academic appointments at Florida Atlantic University and Lynn University, along with her leadership of Mathematics and Data Science, LLC. Her numerous honors include the ASA Award for Outstanding Chapter Service, NSF travel and research awards, and recognition in Who’s Who in America. She has collaborated on research projects funded by the NSF, NCI, and DoD, and continues to contribute to advancing data-driven research and interdisciplinary science. (Document: Lianfen Qian,

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID | Google Scholar

Featured Publications

1. Heilmayer, O., Digialleonardo, J., Qian, L., & Roesijadi, G. (2008). Stress tolerance of a subtropical Crassostrea virginica population to the combined effects of temperature and salinity. Estuarine, Coastal and Shelf Science, 79(1), 179–185. Cited by 100.

2. Wang, S., Qian, L., & Carroll, R. J. (2010). Generalized empirical likelihood methods for analyzing longitudinal data. Biometrika, 97(1), 79–93. Cited by 78.

3. Koul, H. L., Qian, L., & Surgailis, D. (2003). Asymptotics of M-estimators in two-phase linear regression models. Stochastic Processes and Their Applications, 103(1), 123–154. Cited by 72.

4. Gan, W., Bragg, F., Walters, R. G., Millwood, I. Y., Lin, K., Chen, Y., Guo, Y., … (2019). Genetic predisposition to type 2 diabetes and risk of subclinical atherosclerosis and cardiovascular diseases among 160,000 Chinese adults. Diabetes, 68(11), 2155–2164. Cited by 71.

5. Xu, Y., Chen, B., Qian, W., & Li, H. (2013). Properties of pure n-butylammonium nitrate ionic liquid and its binary mixtures with alcohols at T = 293.15 to 313.15 K. The Journal of Chemical Thermodynamics, 58, 449–459. Cited by 70.

Ashok Kumar Pandurangan | Cancer Drug | Distinguished Scientist Award 

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Dr. Ashok Kumar Pandurangan | Cancer Drug | Distinguished Scientist Award 

Associate Professor | B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology | India

Dr. Ashok Kumar Pandurangan, Ph.D., is an accomplished Associate Professor at the School of Life Sciences, B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai, India. His extensive research focuses on signal transduction in colon and breast cancer, ulcerative colitis and colitis-associated cancer, and natural product-based drug development and screening. With over a decade of international research experience, including postdoctoral fellowships at the University of Malaya, Universiti Putra Malaysia, and Children’s Hospital Oakland Research Institute (UCSF Benioff), Dr. Pandurangan has made significant contributions to cancer biology and therapeutic research. He has successfully led and collaborated on numerous national and international grants, advancing translational cancer studies. His exceptional academic record includes being listed among the Top 2% Scientists worldwide (2021–2024) by Stanford University, and he has received several prestigious awards such as the AGAR Research Excellence Award (2025) and the C.V. Raman Prize (2022) for outstanding research achievements. Dr. Pandurangan also serves as an Associate Editor for Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology and has edited multiple special issues and scientific books. His prolific scholarly output includes 100 publications, covering high-impact ISI and Scopus-indexed journals, 2,714 citations, and an h-index of 30, reflecting his substantial influence and enduring contributions to the fields of oncology, toxicology, and biomedical research

Profile:  Scopus | ORCID | Google Scholar

Featured Publications

1. Pandurangan, A. K. (2013). Potential targets for prevention of colorectal cancer: A focus on PI3K/Akt/mTOR and Wnt pathways. Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Prevention, 14(4), 2201–2205. Cited by 239

2. Ashokkumar, P., & Sudhandiran, G. (2008). Protective role of luteolin on the status of lipid peroxidation and antioxidant defense against azoxymethane-induced experimental colon carcinogenesis. Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy, 62(9), 590–597. Cited by 203

3. Ashok Kumar Pandurangan, Z. S., Mohebali, N., Mohd Esa, N., Chung, … (2015). Gallic acid suppresses inflammation in dextran sodium sulfate-induced colitis in mice: Possible mechanisms. International Immunopharmacology, 28(2), 1034–1043. Cited by 192

4. Ashok Kumar Pandurangan, N. M. E. (2014). Luteolin, a bioflavonoid inhibits colorectal cancer through modulation of multiple signaling pathways: A review. Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Prevention, 15(14), 5501–5508. Cited by 168

5. Degagné, E., Pandurangan, A., Bandhuvula, P., Kumar, A., Eltanawy, A., … (2014). Sphingosine-1-phosphate lyase downregulation promotes colon carcinogenesis through STAT3-activated microRNAs. The Journal of Clinical Investigation, 124(12), 5368–5384. Cited by 164

SK Tithi | Disease Modeling | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. SK Tithi | Disease Modeling | Best Researcher Award 

Researech Assistant | University of Rajshahi | Bangladesh

Sazia Khatun Tithi is an emerging Bangladeshi researcher from the Department of Mathematics, University of Rajshahi, with a strong academic foundation and a growing research profile in applied mathematics and public health modeling. She is currently pursuing her M.Phil. in Mathematics (Public Health) at the University of Rajshahi, following her M.S. and B.Sc. degrees in Mathematics from the same institution, where she achieved excellent results with GPAs of 3.75 and 3.37 respectively. Her thesis, titled “A Study on Generalized Inverses of Matrices,” reflects her analytical depth and mathematical rigor. Sazia has received several merit scholarships and awards, including honors from the Education Board of Rajshahi, Dutch Bangla Bank, and Prothom Alo Newspaper, recognizing her academic excellence. Actively engaged in research, she currently leads a team under Dr. Md. Abdul Kuddus focusing on mathematical modeling of infectious diseases such as malaria, and serves as a Research Assistant on an influenza transmission dynamics project. She has participated in prestigious national conferences organized by BUET and the Bangladesh Mathematical Society, presenting her research contributions. Skilled in MATLAB, Fortran, R, Python, and LaTeX, she combines technical proficiency with research leadership. A dedicated learner and researcher, she aims to advance her career as an educator, scientist, and academic leader in mathematical and epidemiological modeling. Her research interests focus on biomathematics, particularly disease transmission and prevention modeling. As of now, her research profile includes 9 citations and an h-index of 1.

Profiles: Google Scholar | ORCID

Featured Publications

1. Khatun Tithi, S., Paul, A. K., & Kuddus, M. A. (2023). Mathematical investigation of a two-strain disease model with double dose vaccination control policies. Results in Physics, 53, 106930. Cited by: 7

2. Kuddus, M. A., Khatun Tithi, S., & Theparod, T. (2024). Implications of asymptomatic carriers for tuberculosis transmission and control in Thailand: A modelling approach. Symmetry, 16(11), 1538. Cited by: 1

3. Kuddus, M. A., Khatun Tithi, S., Paul, A. K., Mustareen, M., & Rahman, A. (2024). Economic evaluation of a two-strain Hepatitis C vaccination model in Bangladesh using optimal control technique. The European Physical Journal Plus, 139(8), 691. Cited by: 1

4. Kuddus, M. A., Khatun Tithi, S., & Sarker, S. (2025). Modeling intervention strategies to control Hepatitis C outbreak and related mortality in Bangladesh. Mathematics, 13(18), 3009.

5. Kuddus, M. A., Khatun Tithi, S., & Theparod, T. (2025). Modelling the impact of vaccination and other intervention strategies on asymptomatic and symptomatic tuberculosis transmission and control in Thailand. Vaccines, 13(8), 868.

Maysa Eshmawi | Immunological Disease | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Maysa Eshmawi | Immunological Disease | Best Researcher Award 

Dermatosurgery consultant | Saudi Ministry of Health | Saudi Arabia

Dr. Maysa Tariq Eshmawi is a distinguished Consultant in Dermatology, Cosmetic, and Dermatologic Surgery based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, affiliated with the Ministry of Health and King Abdullah Medical Complex. She holds prestigious qualifications including an MBBS and Saudi and Arab Boards in Dermatology, as well as dual Fellowships in Cosmetic Dermatology and Phototherapy from Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, USA. Additionally, she earned Postgraduate Diplomas in Healthcare Management and Strategic Leadership from eduQual, UK. As the Head of the Dermatology Specialty Department at the Saudi MOH, Dr. Eshmawi has spearheaded numerous national initiatives, including the establishment of dermatology registries, development of national clinical guidelines, and authorship of the acclaimed Illustrated Manual for Creating Standard Dermatology Clinics. She serves on multiple national and international committees such as the Saudi Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery, SFDA Scientific Advisory Committee, and Arab Council of Dermatology and Dermatosurgery, and represents Saudi Arabia in global dermatological forums. A prolific contributor to research and medical education, she has been a speaker, moderator, and chairperson at major conferences like JeddaDerm and SAAM, and continues to train dermatology professionals nationwide. Her commitment to innovation earned her the MOH Pioneer Award and several certificates of appreciation. Dr. Eshmawi has authored and reviewed numerous scientific papers, achieving 10 publications, 35 citations, and an h-index of 4, reflecting her academic impact and leadership in advancing dermatologic science and healthcare standards in Saudi Arabia and beyond.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID | Google Scholar

Featured Publications

1. Cheng, T. A., Mzahim, B., Koenig, K. L., Alsugair, A., Al-Wabel, A., Almutairi, B. S., et al. (2020). Scabies: Application of the novel Identify-Isolate-Inform Tool for detection and management. Western Journal of Emergency Medicine, 21(2), 191.
Cited by: 30

2. Fatani, M. I. A., Alkhalifah, A., Alruwaili, A. F. S., Alharbi, A. H. S., Alharithy, R., et al. (2023). Diagnosis and management of alopecia areata: A Saudi expert consensus statement (2023). Dermatology and Therapy, 13(10), 2129–2151.
Cited by: 15

3. Fatani, M. I., Al Sheikh, A. A., Alajlan, M. A., Alharithy, R. S., Binamer, Y., et al. (2022). National Saudi consensus statement on the management of atopic dermatitis (2021). Dermatology and Therapy, 12(7), 1551–1575.
Cited by: 14

4. Elezbawy, B., Fasseeh, A. N., Fouly, E., Tannira, M., Dalle, H., Aderian, S., et al. (2023). Humanistic and economic burden of atopic dermatitis for adults and adolescents in the Middle East and Africa region. Dermatology and Therapy, 13(1), 131–146.
Cited by: 13

5. Fatani, M. I. A., Hamadah, I. R. A., Alajlan, M. A., Binamer, Y., Alharbi, A. H. S., et al. (2022). Saudi consensus statement on biologic treatment of chronic plaque psoriasis (2020). Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 33(4), 1916–1930.
Cited by: 8

Liancai Mu | Diagnostic | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Liancai Mu | Diagnostic | Best Researcher Award

Senior Scientist | Hackensack Meridian Health | United States

Prof. Liancai Mu, M.D., Ph.D., is a Senior Scientist at the Upper Airway Research Laboratory, Center for Discovery & Innovation, Hackensack Meridian Health, with over three decades of academic and clinical experience in otolaryngology and neuroscience. His research focuses on the neuromuscular specializations of human upper airway structures and the mechanisms underlying speech, swallowing, and voice (SSV) disorders, particularly in Parkinson’s disease (PD). Mu’s pioneering work demonstrated that PD affects the peripheral nervous system of the pharynx and larynx, contributing significantly to SSV impairments, and led to the development of novel diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. He mapped the nerve supply of laryngeal, pharyngeal, soft palate, and tongue muscles using Sihler’s staining technique and identified neuromuscular compartments with specialized fibers, leading to a new theory that pharyngeal constrictors are controlled by two distinct neuromuscular systems (IX-SIL and X-FOL), now included in modern medical texts. Additionally, he developed an innovative muscle reinnervation method, “nerve-muscle-endplate grafting” (NMEG), which achieves superior functional recovery compared to traditional nerve repair. Mu has led multiple NIH R01, DOD, and Michael J. Fox Foundation-funded projects, collaborated internationally with institutions such as Mount Sinai Medical Center, Linguaflex, Inc., and the Arizona Study of Aging and Neurodegenerative Disorders, and served as a consultant for FDA-approved therapies. He has published 68 peer-reviewed articles across 22 indexed journals, accrued 2,772 citations and holds an h-index of 30, reflecting his substantial impact in neuroscience, otolaryngology, and PD research.

Profile:  Scopus

Featured Publications

Ahmad Nematollahi | Parasitology | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Ahmad Nematollahi | Parasitology | Best Researcher Award

Academic Member | University of Tabriz | Iran

Prof. Dr. Ahmad Nematollahiis a distinguished Professor at the University of Tabriz, Iran, specializing in Veterinary Parasitology. He earned his DVM in Veterinary Medicine from Urmia and his Ph.D. in Veterinary Parasitology from the University of Tehran. Over his academic career, he has contributed significantly to parasitology education through courses on nematodes, protozoa, arthropods, and helminth taxonomy. His administrative and teaching service spans more than three decades at the University of Tabriz, where he has supervised numerous master’s and doctoral theses on protozoan and helminthic infections in domestic animals. Dr. Nematollahi has published widely in national and international journals on subjects including Toxoplasma gondii, Sarcocystis, Eimeria, Haemonchus contortus, and Theileria species. His extensive conference participation across Asia and Europe underscores his active engagement in global veterinary research. Recognized multiple times as a superior researcher and teacher, he is also an accomplished author of textbooks in parasitology. Dr. Nematollahi has published 42 scientific documents, accumulating 495 citations and holds an h-index of 14

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Featured Publications

1. Nematollahi, A., Moghaddam, G., & Pourabad, R. F. (2009). Prevalence of Eimeria species among broiler chicks in Tabriz (Northwest of Iran). Munis Entomology & Zoology, 4(1), 53–58.
Cited by: 120

2. Hasanpour, A., Moghaddam, G. A., & Nematollahi, A. (2008). Biochemical, hematological, and electrocardiographic changes in buffaloes naturally infected with Theileria annulata. The Korean Journal of Parasitology, 46(4), 223–228.
Cited by: 109

3. Pourseif, M. M., Yousefpour, M., Aminianfar, M., Moghaddam, G., & Nematollahi, A. (2019). A multi-method and structure-based in silico vaccine designing against Echinococcus granulosus through investigating enolase protein. BioImpacts, 9(3), 131–144.
Cited by: 69

4. Valilou, R. H., Rafat, S. A., Notter, D. R., Shojda, D., Moghaddam, G., & Nematollahi, A. (2015). Fecal egg counts for gastrointestinal nematodes are associated with a polymorphism in the MHC-DRB1 gene in the Iranian Ghezel sheep breed. Frontiers in Genetics, 6, 105.
Cited by: 48

5. Pourseif, M. M., Moghaddam, G., Daghighkia, H., Nematollahi, A., & Omidi, Y. (2017). A novel B-and helper T-cell epitopes-based prophylactic vaccine against Echinococcus granulosus. BioImpacts, 8(1), 39–49.
Cited by: 46