Shuya Yang | Immunology and Microbiology | Research Excellence Award Published on 16/12/202516/12/2025 by Citation Awards Shuya Yang | Immunology and Microbiology | Research Excellence Award Air Force Medical University of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army | China Prof. Yang Shuya is a Chinese immunologist and Research Fellow at the Department of Immunology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Air Force Medical University of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army. She holds a PhD in Basic Medicine with a specialization in Immunology, obtained through a direct-entry doctoral program, following her undergraduate training in Clinical Medicine. Her research focuses on cellular and molecular immunity, tumor immunology, tumor metabolic regulation, and the molecular mechanisms underlying immunotherapy. Over the course of her academic career, she has progressed through positions including Teaching Assistant, Lecturer, Associate Professor, and Associate Director, reflecting sustained contributions to research, education, and academic leadership. She has been recognized through several competitive talent programs, including provincial- and city-level youth talent promotion initiatives, highlighting her academic potential and impact. Yang Shuya actively contributes to the national academic community as an expert in the National Graduate Education Evaluation and Monitoring Expert Database and serves on professional committees related to neuroimmunology and medical exchange. She is also a member of multiple scientific and medical associations, with a strong commitment to advancing immunology research and interdisciplinary collaboration. In addition to her research and teaching roles, she is engaged in academic publishing and peer review, serving on the editorial board of an international biomedical journal and acting as a reviewer for several SCI-indexed journals in immunology, genetics, virology, and bioengineering. Through her work, she aims to advance understanding of tumor–immune interactions and metabolic regulation, contributing to the development of innovative immunotherapeutic strategies and the cultivation of high-quality biomedical research and education. Citation Metrics (Scopus Preview) 800 600 400 200 0 Citations 720 Documents 43 h-index 16 View Scopus Profile Featured Publications PHGDH-dependent serine metabolism in astrocytes: A key regulator of oxidative stress and pyroptosis in cerebral ischemia-reperfusion injury – Redox Biology, 2026 Comparative analysis of pan MHC-I epitopes immunoreactivity on Hantaan virus nucleocapsid protein – International Journal of Molecular Medicine, 2026 Construction and evaluation of glycoprotein-based nucleic acid vaccines for Marburg virus – Medical Microbiology and Immunology, 2025 Natural Compound Melatonin Suppresses Breast Cancer Development by Regulating Circadian Rhythm – Nutrients, 2025
Prof. Yang Shuya is a Chinese immunologist and Research Fellow at the Department of Immunology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Air Force Medical University of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army. She holds a PhD in Basic Medicine with a specialization in Immunology, obtained through a direct-entry doctoral program, following her undergraduate training in Clinical Medicine. Her research focuses on cellular and molecular immunity, tumor immunology, tumor metabolic regulation, and the molecular mechanisms underlying immunotherapy. Over the course of her academic career, she has progressed through positions including Teaching Assistant, Lecturer, Associate Professor, and Associate Director, reflecting sustained contributions to research, education, and academic leadership. She has been recognized through several competitive talent programs, including provincial- and city-level youth talent promotion initiatives, highlighting her academic potential and impact. Yang Shuya actively contributes to the national academic community as an expert in the National Graduate Education Evaluation and Monitoring Expert Database and serves on professional committees related to neuroimmunology and medical exchange. She is also a member of multiple scientific and medical associations, with a strong commitment to advancing immunology research and interdisciplinary collaboration. In addition to her research and teaching roles, she is engaged in academic publishing and peer review, serving on the editorial board of an international biomedical journal and acting as a reviewer for several SCI-indexed journals in immunology, genetics, virology, and bioengineering. Through her work, she aims to advance understanding of tumor–immune interactions and metabolic regulation, contributing to the development of innovative immunotherapeutic strategies and the cultivation of high-quality biomedical research and education. Citation Metrics (Scopus Preview) 800 600 400 200 0 Citations 720 Documents 43 h-index 16 View Scopus Profile Featured Publications PHGDH-dependent serine metabolism in astrocytes: A key regulator of oxidative stress and pyroptosis in cerebral ischemia-reperfusion injury – Redox Biology, 2026 Comparative analysis of pan MHC-I epitopes immunoreactivity on Hantaan virus nucleocapsid protein – International Journal of Molecular Medicine, 2026 Construction and evaluation of glycoprotein-based nucleic acid vaccines for Marburg virus – Medical Microbiology and Immunology, 2025 Natural Compound Melatonin Suppresses Breast Cancer Development by Regulating Circadian Rhythm – Nutrients, 2025
Ivana ŠKRLEC | Genetics and Molecular Biology | Best Academic Researcher Award Published on 29/09/2025 by Citation Awards Ivana ŠKRLEC | Genetics and Molecular Biology | Best Academic Researcher Award Faculty of Dental Medicine and Health Osijek | Croatia Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ivana Škrlec is an accomplished molecular biologist and academic at the Faculty of Dental Medicine and Health in Osijek, Croatia, where she teaches in the Department of Biophysics, Biology, and Chemistry. She earned her Master’s degree in Molecular Biology from the University of Zagreb, completed a postgraduate study in Molecular Diagnostics, and defended her PhD at the Faculty of Medicine in Osijek under the supervision of Prof. Borut Peterlin. Dedicated to higher education and research, she lectures in biology, genetics, laboratory technologies, and research methodology, and contributes to the interdisciplinary PhD program in Molecular Biosciences at J. J. Strossmayer University in Osijek, where she teaches courses on computational statistical methods and scientific writing. A strong mentor, she has supervised numerous theses and actively fosters research engagement among students. Her scholarly impact is reflected in her extensive publications, including scientific papers, technical papers, three book chapters, and conference abstracts, along with oral presentations at international conferences. She serves as a reviewer for medical journals and is on the editorial boards of the Journal of Clinical and Medical Research and Exploratory Research and Hypothesis in Medicine. Recognized internationally, she has received multiple awards, including the MDPI Award for a highly cited paper, the Distinguished Editorial Board Member Award, and the first prize for the most cited publication in the Journal of Fungi. She has also gained international experience as a visiting scientist in Serbia, Hungary, and Slovenia and has played an active role in organizing major international congresses. Her research spans mental health, cardiogenetics, population genetics, endocrine disorders, circadian rhythms, and molecular biology, reflecting her multidisciplinary expertise and commitment to advancing science and education. profile: Google Scholar | Scopus | Orcid Featured Publications Milostić-Srb, A., Srb, N., Talapko, J., Meštrović, T., Žiger, T., Pačarić, S., Fureš, R., & … (2024). The effect of COVID-19 and COVID-19 vaccination on assisted human reproduction outcomes: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Diseases, 12(9), 201. Vasilj-Mihaljevic, M., Mihaljevic, I., Bekic, S., Zubcic, Z., Vasilj, A., & … (2024). Correlation of TPO antibody concentration with thyroid hormones as a predictor of clinical hypothyroidism/Korelacija koncentracije anti-TPO sa tireoidnim hormonima kao prediktor kliničkog hipotireoidizma. Acta Clinica Croatica, 63(3–4), 542–552. Gorski, D. B., Vlainić, J., Škrlec, I., Novak, S., Novosel, Ž., Biloglav, Z., Plečko, V., & … (2024). Virulence factors and susceptibility to ciprofloxacin, vancomycin, triclosan, and chlorhexidine among Enterococci from clinical specimens, food, and wastewater. Microorganisms, 12(9), 1808. Talapko, J., Erić, S., Meštrović, T., Stipetić, M. M., Juzbašić, M., Katalinić, D., & … (2024). The impact of oral microbiome dysbiosis on the aetiology, pathogenesis, and development of oral cancer. Cancers, 16(17), 2997. Talapko, J., Juzbašić, M., Meštrović, T., Matijević, T., Mesarić, D., Katalinić, D., & … (2024). Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans: From the oral cavity to the heart valves. Microorganisms, 12(7), 1451.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ivana Škrlec is an accomplished molecular biologist and academic at the Faculty of Dental Medicine and Health in Osijek, Croatia, where she teaches in the Department of Biophysics, Biology, and Chemistry. She earned her Master’s degree in Molecular Biology from the University of Zagreb, completed a postgraduate study in Molecular Diagnostics, and defended her PhD at the Faculty of Medicine in Osijek under the supervision of Prof. Borut Peterlin. Dedicated to higher education and research, she lectures in biology, genetics, laboratory technologies, and research methodology, and contributes to the interdisciplinary PhD program in Molecular Biosciences at J. J. Strossmayer University in Osijek, where she teaches courses on computational statistical methods and scientific writing. A strong mentor, she has supervised numerous theses and actively fosters research engagement among students. Her scholarly impact is reflected in her extensive publications, including scientific papers, technical papers, three book chapters, and conference abstracts, along with oral presentations at international conferences. She serves as a reviewer for medical journals and is on the editorial boards of the Journal of Clinical and Medical Research and Exploratory Research and Hypothesis in Medicine. Recognized internationally, she has received multiple awards, including the MDPI Award for a highly cited paper, the Distinguished Editorial Board Member Award, and the first prize for the most cited publication in the Journal of Fungi. She has also gained international experience as a visiting scientist in Serbia, Hungary, and Slovenia and has played an active role in organizing major international congresses. Her research spans mental health, cardiogenetics, population genetics, endocrine disorders, circadian rhythms, and molecular biology, reflecting her multidisciplinary expertise and commitment to advancing science and education. profile: Google Scholar | Scopus | Orcid Featured Publications Milostić-Srb, A., Srb, N., Talapko, J., Meštrović, T., Žiger, T., Pačarić, S., Fureš, R., & … (2024). The effect of COVID-19 and COVID-19 vaccination on assisted human reproduction outcomes: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Diseases, 12(9), 201. Vasilj-Mihaljevic, M., Mihaljevic, I., Bekic, S., Zubcic, Z., Vasilj, A., & … (2024). Correlation of TPO antibody concentration with thyroid hormones as a predictor of clinical hypothyroidism/Korelacija koncentracije anti-TPO sa tireoidnim hormonima kao prediktor kliničkog hipotireoidizma. Acta Clinica Croatica, 63(3–4), 542–552. Gorski, D. B., Vlainić, J., Škrlec, I., Novak, S., Novosel, Ž., Biloglav, Z., Plečko, V., & … (2024). Virulence factors and susceptibility to ciprofloxacin, vancomycin, triclosan, and chlorhexidine among Enterococci from clinical specimens, food, and wastewater. Microorganisms, 12(9), 1808. Talapko, J., Erić, S., Meštrović, T., Stipetić, M. M., Juzbašić, M., Katalinić, D., & … (2024). The impact of oral microbiome dysbiosis on the aetiology, pathogenesis, and development of oral cancer. Cancers, 16(17), 2997. Talapko, J., Juzbašić, M., Meštrović, T., Matijević, T., Mesarić, D., Katalinić, D., & … (2024). Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans: From the oral cavity to the heart valves. Microorganisms, 12(7), 1451.