Rocío Núñez Calonge | Health Professions | Best Research Article Award

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Dr. Rocío Núñez Calonge | Health Professions | Best Research Article Award

Dr. Rocío Núñez Calonge, Grupo UR International, Spain

Dr. Rocío Núñez Calonge is a distinguished senior embryologist and professor specializing in reproductive health, with over 35 years of experience in male and female infertility. She has been a leader in assisted reproduction since 1990, contributing significantly to scientific research, clinical practice, and bioethics in reproductive medicine. As a renowned expert, she has been an executive member of major Spanish IVF societies and an international consultant for assisted reproduction centers. Currently, she serves as the Scientific Director and Quality Manager at Grupo UR International in Spain.

Education:

PhD in Biology – Universidad Complutense Madrid (2000)

Postdoctoral Fellowship – Center for Research on Reproduction and Women’s Health, Philadelphia, USA (1991-1992)

Master in Bioethics

Professional Profiles:

Scopus Profile

ORCID Profile

Professional Experience:

Scientific Director & Quality Manager – UR International Group (2019–Present)

Scientific Director – Clínica Tambre (2014–2018)

Secretary – Fundación Tambre (2003–2018)

Vice Director – Clínica Tambre (2005–2007)

Laboratory Director (IVF & Andrology) – Clínica Tambre (2000–2007)

Quality Control Manager – Clínica Tambre (2002–2008)

Laboratory Director – IVI Madrid (1997–1999)

Postdoctoral Researcher – Women’s Hospital of Philadelphia (1991–1992)

Andrology Lab Director – Ramón y Cajal Hospital, Madrid (1985–1989)

Research Interests:

Dr. Núñez Calonge’s research focuses on male fertility, low ovarian reserve, and ethical considerations in reproductive medicine. She has published over 100 scientific articles and has played a crucial role in advancing fertility treatments.

Top Notable Publications:

Making and Selecting the Best Embryo in In Vitro Fertilization

Authors: Rocío Núñez-Calonge, Nuria Santamaria, Teresa Rubio, Juan Manuel Moreno

Year: 2024

Study of Seminal Quality Variations in Men Across 12 Geographical Locations in Spain

Authors: Rocío Núñez, Andrés Guijarro, Pablo Alberola, Nuria Santamaría, Mireia Poveda, Ada Mora, Marta Masip, Sofía Sánchez, Sara Alonso, Teresa Rubio et al.

Year: 2024

Relationships Between Lipid Levels in Blood Plasma, Follicular Fluid, and Seminal Plasma with Ovarian Response and Sperm Concentration Regardless of Age and Body Mass Index

Authors: Rocío Núñez Calonge, José Andrés Guijarro, Carolina Andrés, Susana Cortés, Massimiliano Saladino, Pedro Caballero, Roman Kireev

Year: 2022

Seminal Plasma and Serum Afamin Levels Are Associated with Infertility in Men with Oligoasthenoteratozoospermia

Authors: Rocío Núñez-Calonge, Susana Cortes, Pedro Caballero Peregrín, Luis Miguel Gutierrez Gonzalez, Roman Kireev

Year: 2021

Conclusion:

Dr. Rocío Núñez Calonge is highly suitable for the Research for Best Research Article Award due to her vast contributions to reproductive medicine, innovative research, and leadership in the field. Strengthening the direct application of her findings and expanding interdisciplinary collaborations would further enhance her impact and solidify her position as a leading researcher in reproductive health.

Masoud Rahmati | Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Masoud Rahmati | Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Masoud Rahmati CEReSS-Health Service Research and Quality of Life Center, Marseille, France 

Prof. Dr. Masoud Rahmati is a distinguished researcher at CEReSS-Health Service Research and Quality of Life Center, Marseille, France, with a strong focus on the impact of physical activity and exercise training on longevity, as well as the prevention and treatment of non-communicable diseases. With expertise in epidemiological and meta-research approaches, he has built extensive collaborations with institutions across France, the UK, the US, South Korea, Spain, Greece, Australia, Italy, Germany, Japan, China, Turkey, Ghana, and Poland. Over his seven-year research career, he has published 126 papers in peer-reviewed journals, accumulating over 1,700 citations and achieving an H-index of 22.

Education:

Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology – Tarbiyat Modares University, Tehran, Iran (2010-2013)

Master’s Degree in Sport Science – Bu-Ali Sina University, Hamadan, Iran (2006-2008)

Bachelor’s Degree in Sport Science – Kharazmi University, Tehran, Iran (2001-2005)

Professional Profiles:

Scopus Profile

ORCID Profile

Professional Experience:

Prof. Rahmati is currently a post-doctoral researcher at Aix-Marseille University, France, focusing on health services and quality of life research. Since 2022, he has served as a professor at Lorestan University, Iran, where he has been part of the Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences since 2013, progressing through assistant and associate professorships. He was a scientific visitor at Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1, France, at the Institut NeuroMyoGène (INMG), CNRS (2019-2020). His teaching portfolio includes courses on exercise physiology, laboratory techniques, evidence-based medicine, systematic reviews, meta-analysis, and umbrella reviews.

Research Interests:

His research primarily explores the role of physical activity and exercise training in enhancing longevity and mitigating non-communicable diseases. He is particularly engaged in epidemiological and meta-research methodologies to provide evidence-based insights into public health interventions.

Top Notable Publications:

Unclean cooking fuel use and sleep problems among adults aged 65 years and older from six countries

Date: February 2025

DOI: 10.1093/aje/kwaf022

Source: Crossref

Contributors: Lee Smith, Guillermo Felipe López Sánchez, Masoud Rahmati, Mark A. Tully, Yvonne Barnett, Laurie Butler, Helen Keyes, Karel Kostev, Jae Il Shin, Ai Koyanagi, et al.

Global, regional, and national trends in drug use disorder mortality rates across 73 countries from 1990 to 2021, with projections up to 2040: a global time-series analysis and modelling study

Journal: eClinicalMedicine

Date: January 2025

DOI: 10.1016/j.eclinm.2024.102985

Source: Crossref

Contributors: Soeun Kim, Hayeon Lee, Selin Woo, Hyeri Lee, Jaeyu Park, Tae Kim, Guillaume Fond, Laurent Boyer, Masoud Rahmati, Lee Smith, et al.

Vision impairment and associated daily activity limitation: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Journal: PLOS ONE

Date: January 31, 2025

DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0317452

Source: Crossref

Contributors: Masoud Rahmati, Katya Numbers, Lee Smith, Laurent Boyer, Guillaume Fond, Dong Keon Yon, Hayeon Lee, Tarnjit Sehmbi, Mapa Prabhath Piyasena, Shahina Pardhan

Associations between weight-control methods and depression among Korean adolescents: a study based on a national dataset

Journal: Nutrition Research and Practice

Date: 2024

DOI: 10.4162/nrp.2024.18.6.818

Source: Crossref

Contributors: Jaehyun Kong, Kyeongmin Lee, Sooji Lee, Soeun Kim, Jinyoung Jeong, Yejun Son, Hayeon Lee, Louis Jacob, Masoud Rahmati, Guillaume Fond, et al.

Global, Regional, and National Trends in Liver Disease-Related Mortality Across 112 Countries From 1990 to 2021, With Projections to 2050: Comprehensive Analysis of the WHO Mortality Database

Journal: Journal of Korean Medical Science

Date: 2024

DOI: 10.3346/jkms.2024.39.e292

Source: Crossref

Contributors: Jong Woo Hahn, Selin Woo, Jaeyu Park, Hyeri Lee, Hyeon Jin Kim, Jae Sung Ko, Jin Soo Moon, Masoud Rahmati, Lee Smith, Jiseung Kang, et al.

Conclusion:

Prof. Dr. Masoud Rahmati is an excellent contender for the Research for Best Researcher Award. His exceptional publication record, international collaborations, and impactful research in healthcare make him a strong candidate. By expanding grant acquisitions, increasing public engagement, and integrating interdisciplinary approaches, he could further strengthen his eligibility for future prestigious awards. Given his existing achievements, he is highly deserving of this recognition.