Boon san Teoh | Antimicrobial Resistance | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Boon san Teoh | Antimicrobial Resistance | Best Researcher Award 

Senior pharmacist | Singapore General Hospital | Singapore

Dr. Boon San Teoh is a distinguished clinician and researcher affiliated with Singapore General Hospital, Singapore’s leading medical institution recognized for excellence in clinical research and healthcare innovation. His professional expertise lies in infectious diseases and antimicrobial therapy, with a particular research interest in the clinical application and comparative effectiveness of advanced antibiotics such as daptomycin and linezolid in complex hospital settings. Dr. Teoh’s recent publication, “A Retrospective Study on the Use of Daptomycin and Linezolid in Singapore General Hospital,” featured in the journal Antibiotics (2025), reflects his commitment to improving patient outcomes through evidence-based medical practice and antimicrobial stewardship. His research contributions emphasize optimizing therapeutic interventions to address antibiotic resistance and ensure safer, more effective care. Beyond his scholarly endeavors, Dr. Teoh actively collaborates with multidisciplinary teams across microbiology, pharmacology, and hospital medicine, promoting integrated approaches to clinical challenges in infectious disease management. Through his engagement in research, mentorship, and collaborative healthcare improvement initiatives, Dr. Teoh contributes significantly to the advancement of medical science in Singapore and beyond. His academic integrity, clinical insight, and dedication to patient-centered research position him as a valuable contributor to global medical innovation, enhancing understanding of infectious disease dynamics and shaping strategies for better health outcomes worldwide.

Profiles: ORCID

Featured Publication

1. Teoh, B. S., Liew, Y. X., Wang, Y., Chung, S. J., & Tan, B. H. (2025, October 28). A retrospective study on the use of Daptomycin and Linezolid in Singapore General Hospital. Antibiotics, 14(11), 1088

Dr. Boon San Teoh’s research advances antimicrobial stewardship and patient safety through evidence-based evaluation of antibiotic therapies. His work at Singapore General Hospital contributes to optimizing clinical outcomes, reducing antimicrobial resistance, and strengthening global efforts toward sustainable healthcare innovation.

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.

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Alaa Hamza Abbas | Epidemiology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Alaa Hamza Abbas | Epidemiology | Best Researcher Award 

Lecturer | Al-Mustaqbal University | Iraq

Dr. Alaa Hamza Abbas Sultan is a distinguished academic and researcher from Iraq, currently serving as Director of the Drugs and Forensic Poisons Information Center at Diwaniyah Health. He earned his Ph.D. and M.Sc. in Pharmacology from Al-Nahrain University, following a Bachelor of Pharmacy from Mosul University. His professional journey includes roles as a pharmacist, lecturer, certified trainer, and health administrator, contributing significantly to clinical pharmacology, medical education, and healthcare development. Dr. Abbas has been actively involved in reviewing for reputable journals and has participated in numerous international conferences, both as a researcher and reviewer. His research focuses on pharmacological interventions for metabolic disorders, inflammation, and dermatological conditions, with several impactful studies exploring the therapeutic effects of natural products and pharmacological agents, especially in models of hyperglycemia, hyperlipidemia, and psoriasis. Notable publications include articles in Naunyn-Schmiedeberg’s Archives of Pharmacology, ACS Pharmacology & Translational Science, and the Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences. Beyond research, he contributes to teaching pharmacology, histology, and medical sciences, mentoring future professionals. His scholarly presence is recognized across Google Scholar, Scopus, ORCID, and Web of Science, reflecting his integration into the global scientific community. Dr. Abbas has authored 10 publications, which collectively received 165 citations from 48 documents, showcasing the relevance of his work. His contributions have earned him an h-index of 8, reflecting both productivity and citation impact in his field

Profiles:  Scopus |  Google Scholar | ORCID

Featured Publications

1. Salman, H. R., Alzubaidy, A. A., Abbas, A. H., & Mohammad, H. A. (2024). Attenuated effects of topical vinpocetine in an imiquimod-induced mouse model of psoriasis. Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences, 19(1), 35–53. Cited by: 30

2. Hayder Ridha-Salman, D. M. H. S. A. M., Al-Zubaidy, A. A., & Abbas, A. H. (2024). The alleviative effects of canagliflozin on imiquimod-induced mouse model of psoriasis-like inflammation. Naunyn-Schmiedeberg’s Archives of Pharmacology, 398, 1–21. Cited by: 29*

3. Ridha-Salman, H., Shihab, E. M., Hasan, H. K., Abbas, A. H., Khorsheed, S. M., & others. (2024). Mitigative effects of topical norfloxacin on an imiquimod-induced murine model of psoriasis. ACS Pharmacology & Translational Science, 7(9), 2739–2754. Cited by: 29

4. Hayder Ridha-Salman, A. H. A. Q. A. Z., & Al-Zubaidy, A. A. (2023). The ameliorative effects of topical gemifloxacin alone or in combination with clobetasol propionate on imiquimod-induced model of psoriasis in mice. Naunyn-Schmiedeberg’s Archives of Pharmacology. Cited by: 28*

5. Abbas, A. H. (2023). The attenuated effects of Epagliflozin on imiquimod-induced model of psoriasis. Latin American Journal of Pharmacy, 42(Special Issue), 362–369. Cited by: 21