Nazlı Erdoğdu | Cancer | Research Excellence Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nazlı Erdoğdu | Cancer | Research Excellence Award

Hacettepe University | Turkey

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nazlı Erdoğdu is an academic researcher at Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey, with recognized expertise in pharmaceutical nanotechnology, dermal and transdermal drug delivery systems, and advanced topical formulations. Her research focuses on the design and evaluation of nanoparticle-based delivery platforms, including polymeric nanoparticles and chitosan-based systems, aimed at improving therapeutic efficacy and safety for dermatological and oncological applications. She has authored 23 Scopus-indexed publications, which have received over 538 citations, reflecting the relevance and impact of her work within the scientific community, and holds an h-index of 12. Dr. Erdoğdu has collaborated with a broad network of 40 international and national co-authors, contributing to interdisciplinary research efforts. Her work supports translational pharmaceutical research with potential societal impact in improving targeted, patient-friendly therapies.

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Evie Carchman | Cancer Prevention | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Evie Carchman | Cancer prevention | Best Researcher Award 

Associate Professor | University of Wisconsin | United States

Dr. Evie H. Carchman is a distinguished clinician-scientist affiliated with the William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital in Madison, United States, recognized for her extensive contributions to colorectal and anal disease research. With 68 publications and over 3,700 citations. Dr. Carchman’s work has significantly advanced understanding in areas such as anal cancer prevention, dysplasia detection, and surgical innovation. Her studies on PIK3CA mutations in anal dysplasia, peristaltic contractility in ileal pouch-anal anastomosis (IPAA), and CD4/CD8 ratio as a biomarker in veterans with HIV highlight her multidisciplinary approach that bridges oncology, immunology, and gastrointestinal surgery. As an author and collaborator with over 3,000 co-researchers worldwide, she exemplifies scientific collaboration aimed at improving patient outcomes and translational medicine. Dr. Carchman’s recent publications in reputed journals such as the International Journal of Colorectal Disease, Scientific Reports, and Diseases of the Colon and Rectum emphasize her leadership in identifying novel therapeutic sensitivities in cancer organoids and exploring minimally invasive treatments, including laser hair removal as a primary therapy for pilonidal disease. Her dedication to veterans’ healthcare and public health innovation underscores a career defined by scientific rigor, compassion, and commitment to advancing surgical science and cancer prevention. Through her impactful research, mentorship, and international collaborations, Dr. Evie H. Carchman continues to shape the global landscape of colorectal oncology and preventive medicine, contributing meaningfully to both academic excellence and societal well-being.

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1. Johnson, H. R., Dietmann, E. C., Praska, C. E., Dennison, K. L., McGregor, S. M., Suter, W., Leverson, G., Murtaza, M., & Carchman, E. H. (2025, November). Detection of PIK3CA mutations in anal dysplasia. Journal of Surgical Research. Advance online publication.


2. Hewitt, A. J., Freeman, M. J., Hayden, D. M., Carchman, E. H., Schweizer, M. L., & Sanger, C. B. (2025, November). Evaluation of anal cancer screening practices among a national cohort of veterans with HIV. Diseases of the Colon & Rectum. Advance online publication.


3. DeZeeuw, A. K., Bassetti, M. F., Carchman, E. H., Heise, C. P., Hayden, D., Lawson, E. H., Sanger, C. B., King, R., LoConte, N. K., Lubner, S. J., et al. (2024, September 3). Carboplatin and paclitaxel chemoradiation for localized anal cancer in patients not eligible for mitomycin and 5-fluorouracil. Cancers, 16(17), 3062. 
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4. Lozar, T., Wang, W., Gavrielatou, N., Christensen, L., Lambert, P. F., Harari, P. M., Rimm, D. L., Burtness, B., Grasic Kuhar, C., & Carchman, E. H. (2023, November 25). Emerging prognostic and predictive significance of stress keratin 17 in HPV-associated and non HPV-associated human cancers: A scoping review. Viruses, 15(12), 2320. 
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Dr. Evie H. Carchman’s pioneering research in colorectal and anal cancer prevention integrates molecular oncology, surgical innovation, and translational science to improve patient outcomes. Her work advances global cancer prevention strategies through early detection, precision medicine, and evidence-based clinical practice.











	


	

	






	
	

		


Elisabeth	Spenard | Gynecologic Oncology | Best Researcher Award
			

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Elisabeth Spenard | Gynecologic Oncology | Best Researcher Award 


 MD | Laval University | Canada


Dr. Elisabeth Spénard, MD, MSc, FRCSC, is a highly accomplished Gynecologic Oncologist and Clinical Teaching Associate at Université Laval, where she also serves as Academic Director, Co-Research Director, and Quality Improvement Lead in the Division of Gynecologic Oncology. She holds active staff appointments in Gynecologic Oncology at Hôtel-Dieu de Québec and has been an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation (IHPME), University of Toronto, where she supervises Master’s students in the Quality Improvement and Patient Safety (QIPS) program. Dr. Spénard completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Montreal, a fellowship in Gynecologic Oncology at the University of Toronto, and a Master of Science in QIPS, equipping her with strong expertise in patient-centered care, surgical oncology, and clinical research. Her professional journey is marked by leadership roles in national and institutional committees, including co-leading the ERAS Gynecology Oncology Committee with Quebec’s Ministry of Health and serving as a reviewer and judge for ovarian cancer research awards. She has earned multiple awards, such as the Bruce Galloway Trainee Award, and distinctions for best oral and poster presentations from leading Canadian gynecologic oncology associations. Her research is focused on hereditary cancers, surgical innovation, and quality improvement, supported by competitive grants such as the Surgical Oncology Innovations Grant and Canadian Blood Services Accelerator Grant. With an expanding academic footprint, Dr. Spénard has authored 6  publications, cited 35 times, with an h-index of 3, underscoring her growing contributions to advancing gynecologic oncology research and education


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1. Spénard, E., Lin, Y., Covens, A., Gien, L. T., Vicus, D., et al. (2025). Optimizing the screening and management of preoperative anemia prior to gynecologic oncology surgery (OPRA1): A quality improvement initiative. Gynecologic Oncology. Advance online publication.