Kristine Meldrum is the award-winning author of Parkinson’s: How to Reduce Symptoms Through Exercise. She has worked closely with Dr. Jay Alberts, PHd, Vice Chair of Innovations in the Neurological Institute, of The Cleveland Clinic and Professor Daniel M. Corcos,PHd, Professor of Neuroscience at the Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University. The book’s foreword is written by Professor Bastiaan R. Bloem, MD, PhD, FRCPE, Director of the Radboud Centre of Expertise for Parkinson’s & Movement Disorders, The Netherlands.She is an exercise professional working with PD and other neurological clients. She is the founder and president of Parkinson’s Place, Iowa, and writes and speaks nationally at Parkinson’s Conferences with a presentation titled "How to exercise to manage and reduce Parkinson’s Symptoms." Kristine has spent fifteen years in the fitness and medical fitness industry. Kristine has 9 NCCA and Parkinson's certifications and educational programs, including the American Council on Exercise (ACE) Certified Group Fitness Instructor, ACE Senior Fitness Specialist, Certified Rock Steady Boxing Parkinson's Head Coach (Parkinson's Foundation Accredited Program), Certified Mad Dogg SPINNING® Elite Cycle Instructor, Certified Mad Dogg SPINPower® Instructor, Mad Dogg ROCKStar® Instructor, ACE Approved Parkinson's Cycling Coach, Total Health Works Total Parkinson's Instructor (Parkinson's Foundation Accredited Course), SCW Certified Aquatic Instructor, APDA Parkinson's Training for Fitness Professionals.

Mohammad Ghasemi Hamed, the innovative co-founder of Odyssey Neuroscience, is at the forefront of cognitive enhancement technology. His startup is pioneering the integration of personalized Transcranial Electrical Stimulation (TES) with advanced AI algorithms. Holding a Ph.D. in Computer Science and boasting extensive expertise in statistical learning and data science, Mohammad has adeptly bridged the gap between academic research and entrepreneurial innovation. His groundbreaking work has culminated in the creation of the world's first AI-powered, individualized cognitive enhancement platform. Drawing from his background as an AI researcher, Mohammad infuses scientific precision with entrepreneurial vision in the realm of neurotechnology. His passionate pursuit of unlocking human cognitive potential offers unique insights at the convergence of neuroscience, artificial intelligence, and the optimization of human performance.

Dr. Rajendra D. Badgaiyan, is Professor of Psychiatry at University of Texas Health San Antonio. After completing psychiatry residency training at Harvard Medical School, Dr Badgaiyan joined the faculty ofHarvard Medical School, State University of New York at Buffalo, and University of Minnesota.He also served as the Professor of Psychiatry and Chairman of the Department atthe hospital affiliated to Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York; Chief of Psychiatry at South Texas Healthcare System at San Antonio, TX and Chairman of Psychiatry department at Case Western Reserve University Cleveland. Dr Badgaiyan developed anovel Neurotransmitter Imaging technique for detection, mapping, and quantification of neurotransmitters released in the live human brain during performance of mental activities. Using this technique, he studies dopaminergic control of conscious and nonconsciouscognition and behavior and understanding neuropathology of psychiatric conditions. He received several prizes and awards for research including the prestigious Solomon Prize of Harvard Medical School and BK Anand National Research Prize in India. His research is funded by National Institutes of Health, Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Dana Foundation and other agencies. Dr Badgaiyan has published over 300 research papers and book chapters. He authored a book titled ‘Neuroscience of the Nonconscious Mind’ (Elsevier/Academic Press).

Prof. Marco Carotenuto obtained a master's degree in medicine and surgery at the University of Campania 'Luigi Vanvitelli,” Italy, in 2000. He became a specialist in child neuropsychiatry in 2005 after a long period of training in the United Kingdom. He also obtained a Ph.D. in Behavioral Sciences and Learning Disorders in 2008. In 2018, after further training at prestigious Italian research centres to delve deeper into diagnostic, therapeutic, and rehabilitative issues in developmental age, Dr. Carotenuto became a Professor of Child Neuropsychiatry and Director of the Child Neuropsychiatry Unit at the University of Campania 'Luigi Vanvitelli.” Since 2022, he has been the president of the National Commission for Neurotherapy and Psychomotor Therapy in Developmental Age (TNPEE). Since 2022, he has been Director of the School of Specialization in Child Neuropsychiatry, University of Campania 'Luigi Vanvitelli.” Dr. Carotenuto has authored more than 250 scientific journal articles.

Dr. Khue Vu Nguyen (born in Ha Noi, Viet Nam) is currently Visiting Professor in the School of Medical Imaging, Jiangsu Vocational College of Medicine, Yancheng 224005 Jiangsu, China, and collaborating for research work with the Centre for Molecular Biophysics from Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique, CNRS, at Orleans, 45071 Orleans, France. He was Full Project Scientist in the Departments of Medicine and Pediatrics, University of California, San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego, California 92103, U.S.A. He has worked as Scientist in different French and U.S. Research Institutions and Companies. He has studied at University Louis Pasteur, Strasbourg, France: B.S. in Biochemistry; M.S. in Molecular Biology; Ph.D. in Macromolecular Physical Chemistry; Ph.D. in Physical Sciences (Doctorat d’Etat es Sciences Physiques). He is author and co-author of numerous publications and holder of many patents. He is listed in Who’s Who in the World; Who’s Who in America; Who’s Who in Science and Engineering; Who’s Who in Medicine and Healthcare. He is member of different academic organizations such as American Society for Microbiology; American Chemical Society. He is Editor-in-Chief of different scientific journals such as Current Pediatric Research; Enliven: Journal of Genetics, Molecular and Cellular Biology; Journal of Brain Research; etc. He is Editorial Board Member of different scientific journals such as Metabolic Brain Disease; Journal of Pediatric Genetics; Expert Opinion on Orphan Drugs; etc. He is also Invited Reviewer of different scientific journals such as Molecular Genetics and Metabolism; AGE: Journal of the American Aging Association; Journal of Neural Transmission; etc. He is Scientist Reviewer for grant proposals of the Metabolic Disease Two (MB-2) of the Peer Review Medical Research Program (PRMRP) for the U.S. Department of Defense Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP). Current research includes genetic diseases, neurodevelopmental and neurodegenerative disorders, cardiovascular diseases, and cancer.

Dr. Michel Bourin, a distinguished medical professional, embarked on his academic journey at the University of Tours, where he earned his degrees in Medicine and Pharmaceutical Sciences in 1979 and 1970, respectively. His passion for pharmacology led him to pursue specialized degrees in Neuropsychopharmacology, Clinical Pharmacology, and General Pharmacology at the University of Paris from 1977 to 1978. Throughout his illustrious career, Dr. Michel Bourin has held various prestigious positions, including Psychiatrist certified by the National Committee of the French Medical Board in 1997. Presently, he serves as a dedicated Psychiatrist at a center for mentally handicapped adults in Montredon, near Narbonne. His commitment to education and academia has seen him as a Visiting Professor at the University of Craiova in Romania and as an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Edmonton in Alberta. Dr. Michel Bourin has made significant contributions to the field of psychopharmacology and psychiatry, with over 400 original papers and more than 200 educational and review papers published in both French and English. His expertise extends to authorship of 21 books in French, reflecting his deep understanding and commitment to advancing knowledge in his field. With a career spanning decades, Dr. Michel Bourin has held esteemed positions such as Professor of Pharmacology at the University of Nantes from 1985 to 2012 and Psychiatrist at the Nantes academic hospital from 1997 to 2009. He has also served as the Head of Research in Neurobiology of Anxiety and Depression at the University of Nantes from 1988 to 2009. Dr. Michel Bourin's remarkable contributions have been recognized internationally, earning him the title of Doctor Honoris Causa from esteemed institutions such as the University of Tartu in Estonia and the University of Craiova in Romania. He has also played pivotal roles in organizations such as the World Health Organization as an expert on drug dependence from 2000 to 2016 and as the Scientific Secretary of the Athens Congress of the World Federation of Societies of Biological Psychiatry in 2015. Additionally, he served as the Treasurer of the European College of Neuropsychopharmacology from 1995 to 2002, demonstrating his leadership and commitment to advancing the field on a global scale.

Dr. Tran is the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Biomed Industries, Inc., a leading biotechnology company dedicated to developing breakthrough treatments for neurodegenerative and metabolic diseases. Dr. Tran has over 30 years of experience in pharmaceutical research and development, specializing in treatments for neurodegenerative diseases, metabolic disorders, and infectious diseases. He began his career as a scientist at G.D. Searle (later acquired by Monsanto) and Pfizer before serving as Director of Research & Development at Controlled Release Technology, Inc. Dr. Tran served as the Chief Scientific Officer for Biomed Pharmaceutical, Inc, and NeuroActiva, Inc. which was acquired by Biomed Industries, Inc. A pioneer in Alzheimer’s disease research, Dr. Tran was the first to identify the role of neurogenesis in its treatment. He holds multiple U.S. and international patents covering drugs targeting Alzheimer's disease, major depressive disorder, stroke, Rett syndrome, obesity, and Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH). Dr. Tran has also contributed to global health initiatives, collaborating with Nobel laureate Dr. Tu Youyou in the development of Artemether for malaria treatment. Artemether plus lumefantrine (AL) is now approved in the U.S. and 86 countries worldwide. Additionally, he is the inventor of the MICROS Infusion System, which has been approved for marketing in the U.S. Beyond his scientific contributions, Dr. Tran serves as the Committee Chair of the Alzheimer’s International Society and has played a key role in advancing Alzheimer’s research. He holds a B.Sc. (Honours) in Chemistry from the University of Otago and a Ph.D. in Medicinal Chemistry from the University of Wellington, New Zealand.

Fenglian Li (Member, IEEE), is currently a professor and a doctorial tutor with TYUT, Taiyuan, Shanxi, China. She received the Ph.D. degree in electronic science and technology in June 2010 from TYUT, Taiyuan, China. As a visiting scholar, she studied in the major of computer science on Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, Australia from September 2015 to September 2016. She has supervised the National Natural Science Foundation Project of China, the Chinese National Postdoctoral Project and two province research projects and so on. She has published more than 100 articles in the international Journals or conference proceedings. Her research interests include reinforcement learning, classification model over imbalanced data sets, and medical signal processing, especially in stroke, prediction of brain metastasis in non-small cell lung cancer, esophageal cancer and so on. She is an advanced member of Chinese Computer Federation (CCF), China. In 2015 and 2019, she won the second prize of Shanxi Province Science and Technology. She is an advanced visiting scholaron the University of Narrva from January to June 2025.

KEIRA P Mason is an associate professor of Anesthesia at Boston Children’s Hospital. She was director of radiology anesthesia and sedation for 15 years. She has edited five textbooks on pediatric Sedation and target controlled infusions. She has written over 100 papers.

Marco Carotenuto, MD, PhD, is a Full Professor of Child Neuropsychiatry with extensive expertise in sleep research and neurodevelopmental disorders. With a distinguished career spanning both clinical practice and academic research, Marco Carotenuto has made significant contributions to understanding the interplay between sleep and neurodevelopmental conditions in pediatric populations. A pivotal phase of Marco Carotenuto’s career was an extended tenure at the University of Oxford, UK, where they collaborated on groundbreaking studies in pediatric sleep medicine and neuropsychiatric disorders. This experience further refined their expertise in sleep architecture, cognitive development, and the neurobiological mechanisms underlying sleep disturbances in children with neurodevelopmental conditions. Throughout their career, he has led numerous funded research projects focusing on the impact of sleep disorders in children with conditions such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and mild traumatic brain injury (MTBI). His work has been instrumental in advancing the use of polysomnographic assessments in clinical and research settings, shedding light on the critical role of sleep in cognitive and emotional regulation. As a recognized leader in the field, he has authored numerous high-impact publications, served as a keynote speaker at international conferences, and contributed to the development of clinical guidelines for pediatric sleep disorders. Their ongoing research continues to bridge the gap between neuroscience and clinical practice, ultimately improving the diagnosis and treatment of sleep-related challenges in children with neuropsychiatric conditions.

Prasan Kumar Sahoo is a Professor in the Department of Information Engineering, Chang Gung University, Taiwan, Director of Artificial Intelligence & Big Data Computing Lab and has been Adjunct Research Fellow in the Department of Neurology, Department of Colon and Rectum Cancer and Department of Cardiology, Linkou Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taiwan. He has been listed as the “World's Top 2% Scientists” both with career-long and Single Year Impacts consecutively for 4 years released by Stanford University. He has received the Excellent PhD Thesis award for advising the work on cancer research and has received Top 5%Special Research Talent Awardfromthe Ministry of Science and Technology, Taiwan, consecutively for the past 5 years. He is Editor of Elsevier’s JNCA. He has served as Keynote speaker in several international conferences.

Dr. Jason Xiaotian Dou is the Founder of Marbella Education. The mission of Marbella Education is to bridge the AI literacy gap by providing accessible, comprehensive, and engaging educational resources. It aims to empower individuals and communities with the knowledge and skills to navigate and thrive in an AI-driven world. Marbella Education is currently incubated at the Harvard Innovation Labs. Dr. Dou has been a Postdoc Research Fellow in AI at Harvard. He did a Ph.D. in Computer Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh working on Machine Learning with applications in Healthcare, Biology, Mobile, Finance, Social Science, and Operations. Previously he did his B.S. in Computer Science from Peking University with a Thesis at Carnegie Mellon University. He also did a Master's study in Information Science at Cornell University.

Salim Hirani is working in Neurophysiology field for more than 30 years. He did his Neurophysiology course from United Kingdom. He works in different country and can speak 4-5 languages. His three paper was already published i.e. Refine Grading of Carpal Tunnel syndrome in BMC journal in 2019, Neurophysiological Grading tools of ulnar nerve entrapment across elbow in Journal of Neurology, Neurological Science and Disorders in 2023 and third paper of Neurophysiological Study for Ulnar Entrapment at Wrist (meddocsonline.org) in Journal of Psychiatry and Behavioural Sciences in June 2023.

Prof. Dr. Husnain Mukhdoom Doctorate in Higher Education M.Phil. English Literature TESOL Certified Trainer International Keynote Speaker Director: Famouszone International A Research Center, An Institute of International Language Studies President: Famous Federation of Worldwide Collaborators. Researcher, Published Author, Academic Advisor, Internationally recognised Multiawarded Keynote Speaker, Educational Consultant, Psychology Trainer, Faculty Development Specialist

Zhenhuan Liu, professor of pediatrics, chief physician, doctoral supervisor, chief expert of Nanhai Maternity and Children's Hospital Affiliated to Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine. Enjoy The State Council special allowance famous children rehabilitation medical experts. The first batch of leading medical talents in Guangdong Province. He was appointed as Visiting Professor of the Faculty of Medicine of the Chinese University of Hong Kong and honorary director of the California Autism Treatment Center. Evaluation expert of National Science and Technology Progress Award, Vice Chairman of Child Health Care and Health Education Professional Committee of World Federation of Chinese Medicine, vice president of Children Cerebral Palsy Rehabilitation Branch of World Federation of Chinese Medicine. Vice Chairman of Children's Encephalopathy Professional Committee of Chinese Acupuncture Society. Deputy leader of Neurology Group, Pediatrics Committee of Chinese Association of Integrated Traditional and Western Medicine. "Chinese Acupuncture", "Chinese Child Health Care", editorial board member.

Professor Rym Ayadi is Founder and President of the Euro-Mediterranean Economists Association (EMEA), a Barcelona based regional Think Tank that serves as a leading independent and innovative policy research institution. Co-Founder of the Brain Capital Alliance and the Brain Economy Hub, and founder and Director of the Euro-Mediterranean and African Network for Economic Studies (EMANES), Professor at the Bayes Business School (Former CASS) of the City University of London and Senior Advisor at the Centre for European Policy Studies (CEPS). She served as the Chair of the European Banking Authority (EBA) Banking Stakeholders Group (BSG) of which she acted as elected Chair from February 2019 to July 2024. Professor Ayadi is an Economist and international academic expert on international business and financial systems, financial markets and institutions, global financial regulation and governance, and socio-economic development and foresight in economies in transition. She is currently Member in several international high- level Academic, Advisory Committees and Editing Boards. For more information, please visit www.rymayadi.com

Prof. Dr. Mohd Fauzi Sedon @ M. Dom completed his Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts from Universiti Teknologi MARA in 1993, a Master’s degree in Fine Arts from the University of Central England, Birmingham, United Kingdom in 1996, and obtained a Doctor of Philosophy (Fine Arts) from the University of Tasmania, Australia in 2007. He has been actively involved in various research and consultancy projects, receiving numerous grants from various agencies, including the Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia; UNESCO Malaysia, private and industrial agencies; and university grants. His research and consultancy work focus on artistic production dealing with issues related to heritage, tradition and culture; aesthetics and philosophy of art; contemporary culture; the ‘green’ and environmental issues; and education for the visually impaired. He has presented his research findings at various international conferences in cities such as Berlin (Germany), Barcelona (Spain), Wellington (New Zealand), Istanbul (Turkey), Valletta (Malta), and others. He has published articles in indexed journals (WoS, Scopus, ERA) such Web of Science (WoS), Scopus and Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA). He has also published academic books including Visual Art Education – Textures and Tactility, Project Mata Hati, Stadthuy – Historical Heritage, New Makings, Setia Caring Schools Programme, Canon - Green & Environmental Awareness Programmes. Due to his excellence and expertise, he has been invited as a keynote speaker at several international conferences, such as the International Conference on Literature, Art and Human Development in Nanjing, China, 5th Management and Business World Conference in Surabaya, Indonesia, 1st International Conference on Management and Business in Pamulang, Indonesia, and International Conference on COVID-19 and New Normal in Surabaya, Indonesia. He has also been appointed as a ‘Steering Committee’ member for various international conferences, a ‘Reviewer’ and ‘Editorial Advisory Board’ member for several indexed journals, and an ‘Expert Reviewer’ for the Academic Exchange Information Centre (AEIC). He has served as Chief Editor for conference proceedings such as the 14th International Conference on Culture, Design and Social Development (CDSD 2024), International Conference on Industrial Design and Environmental Engineering (IDEE 2023), 3rd International Conference on Social Sciences and Humanities and Arts (SSHA 2024), 2nd International Conference on Social Sciences and Humanities and Arts (SSHA 2023), 2nd International Conference on Culture, Design and Social Development (CDSD 2022), and 2nd International Conference on Art Design and Digital Technology (ADDT 2023). Prof. Dr. Mohd Fauzi is also actively involved in artistic creation and exhibitions both locally and internationally. Some of his solo exhibitions include Code:My at NN Gallery - Malaysia; Sweet Flavours at NN Gallery, Malaysia; Sweet Flavour at Karin Weber Gallery, Hong Kong; Colour, Space & Environment at Plimsoll Gallery, Australia; Screen Part 2 at Inflight Gallery, Australia; Packages Part 2 at Avago Gallery, Australia; and Statement Series: True Colours at NN Gallery, Malaysia. His participation in group exhibitions includes Bicara Sifu at Petronas Gallery, Malaysia; AlAsmakh Symposium of Art at Wyndham Grand Regency, Qatar; Art Artlier at Wyndham Grand Regency, Qatar; New Makings at Plimsoll Gallery Hobart, Australia; Transport at Long Gallery, Australia; CAST Annual Members Exhibition at CAST Gallery, Australia; Stadthuys – Warisan Sejarah at Melaka Art Gallery, Malaysia; Open Show at Shah Alam Gallert, Malaysia; 11th Asian Art Biennale in Dhaka, Bangladesh, This Is Not A Print Show at Wagga Wagga Art Gallery (New South Wales), Burnie Regional Art Gallery (Tasmania), Gippsland Art Gallery (Victoria), and Swan Hill Art Gallery (Victoria), Australia. He has also participated in exhibitions such as Sex and the City at Bus Projects, Melbourne, Australia, Expression at Custard Factory, Birmingham, UK, and MA Show at BIAD Birmingham, UK. He has been involved as a curator in several exhibitions, such as Wildlife and the Ocean at Black Box Gallery, Malaysia; New Makings at Melaka Art Gallery, Malaysia and Plimsoll Gallery Hobart, Australia; Stadthuys: Historical Heritage at Melaka Art Gallery, Malaysia; ArtBeats at Galeri Seni Tuanku Nur Zahirah, UITM, Malaysia; Heart on Wheels at Annexe Gallery, Malaysia; On View at Shah Alam Gallery, Malaysia; Textures and Tactility at NN Gallery, Malaysia; and Seeing Double at Plimsoll Gallery, Australia. His active involvement in the arts and culture sector has been recognized with various awards, including the Regency Art Residency Grant at the AlAsmakh International Symposium of Art in Doha, Qatar, Art Artlier in Doha, Qatar, the National Academic Award - AAN (Arts and Creativity) from the Ministry of Higher Education (Malaysia), the Jury Award at the Phillip Morris Art Award, the Incentive Award at Galeri Shah Alam, and the Green Warrior award for his active involvement in various sustainability programs by the Seberang Perai Municipal Council (MBSP). He has also received innovation awards such as the International Invention, Innovation and Technology Exhibition (ITEX), Seoul International Invention Fair (SIIF) in Korea, Malaysia International Design Expo & Awards (PECIPTA), and Bio Innovation Awards. His artworks are part of various collections, including those at Regency Art Qatar, NN Gallery Sdn Bhd, Plimsoll Gallery Australia, Guocoland (Malaysia) Berhad, Retirement Fund (Incorporated), Melaka Museum Corporation, Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Phillip Morris Asia, and private collections both locally and internationally.

Dr Cho’s main research interests have been focusing on cancer studies to discover biomarkers for cancer diagnosis, treatment prediction and prognostication. As a seasoned researcher, Dr Cho hasconducted cancer research in using molecular biology, proteomics, genomics, immunology as well as bioinformatics, his current H-index is about 100. Dr. Cho has published more than 600 peer-reviewed papers (Lancet, Lancet Oncology, Annals of Oncology, Lancet Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Advanced Science, Nature Communications,PNAS,Molecular Cancer,Journal of Thoracic Oncology,Journal of the National Cancer Institute,Journal of Extracellular Vesicles, Clinical Cancer Research, Clinical Chemistry, Theranostics, etc.) covering cancer biomarkers, proteomics, non-coding RNA, traditional Chinese medicine, and dozens of books (including “An Omics Perspective on Cancer Research”, “MicroRNAs in Cancer Translational Research”, “Drug Repurposing in Cancer Therapy: Approaches and Applications”, “Supportive Cancer Care with Chinese Medicine” and “Resistance to Anti-CD20 antibodies and approaches for their reversal”, etc).

Dr. Srdjan Ljubisavljevic is a Professor at the Department for Neurology in the University Clinical Center of Nis, Serbia, and holding a concurrent position at the Faculty of Medicine in Nis. His illustrious academic journey has taken him through esteemed institutions such as the faculties in Nis, Belgrade, Athens, as well as enriching experiences in London, Rome, Prague, and Leiden. With a fervent dedication to advancing knowledge in his field, Dr. Ljubisavljevic has emerged as a leader in research projects focusing on headaches and pain medicine. His contributions to the scientific community are evident in the numerous publications he has authored, which have found their place in prestigious international scientific journals. Beyond his scholarly pursuits, Dr. Ljubisavljevic is actively engaged as a member of both national and international societies, where he shares his expertise and collaborates with peers from around the globe. His outstanding contributions have been recognized with several awards, not only for his pioneering work in neurology and headaches but also for his overall scientific endeavors, marking him as a beacon of excellence in his field.

Dr. Kalliopi Megari is a Postdoctoral researcher of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece, Academic Director of MSc in Clinical Psychology and Clinical supervisor at City College, University of York, Europe Campus. She is Adjunct lecturer at University of Western Macedonia in Florina, Greece. Dr.Megari is a psychologist with a history of working in the hospital & health care industry, skilled in Clinical Neuropsychology, Clinical Research, Medical Education, Psychological Assessment and Learning Disabilities. She works both in clinical and in research practice and she provides strong professional healthcare services, graduated from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, and attended further education from Department of Educational and Social Policy, University of Macedonia, in people with special needs and disabilities. She holds undergraduate degrees in Nursing and Psychology, as well as a Master’s and a PhD in Neuropsychology from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. She has some years of occupational and research experience working with patients who have neurological, psychiatric, and cognitive disorders, as well as chronic disease patients suffering from cancer and cardiovascular diseases. She is the head of the Centre of creative activities of children and adults with disabilities and she also works as a counseling psychologist in Prison, Diavata Thessaloniki, at the school of second chance. She was the Global Engagement Representative of SLC International Neuropsychological Society from 2018-2021 and she was a research fellow in the Department of Cardiovascular Surgery in AHEPA Hospital. Currently she is a Global Membership Committee member of International Neuropsychological Society and leader of Rehabilitation of COVID-19 patients working group of Neuro COVID International Neuropsychology Taskforce SIG. In addition, she is the General Secretary of the board of directors of Hellenic Neuropsychological Society and Ethics Committee president of Hellenic Neuropsychological Society. Since 2021, she is a member of PIAC Community Outreach Subcommittee of AMERICAN PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION Membership and a member of Engagement Committee of American Group Psychotherapy Association (AGPA). Her work has earned her many prestigious international awards and was an Ambassador of National Academy of Neuropsychology (NAN), USA Leadership and Ambassador Development Program(2022-23). She has given lectures at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, University of Warsaw and Norwegian University of Science and Technology in Oslo. She is committed to leadership skills and issues on equity, diversity, and inclusion as her clinical and research work states.

Dr. Alys A. Peisley, Ph.D., is an Assistant Research Scientist at the Life Sciences Institute, University of Michigan, where her work integrates advanced structural techniques with molecular biology insights. She earned her Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from the University of Melbourne, Australia. She received her Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from the University of Melbourne, Australia. During her postdoctoral work at Harvard Medical School, Dr. Peisley conducted pioneering investigations of innate immune receptors, particularly RIG-I and MDA5, focusing on their ATP-dependent functions in antiviral responses, advancing our understanding of innate immune responses. Currently, Dr. Peisley’s research has shifted towards elucidating the molecular details of ion channels, specifically the inward rectifier potassium channel Kir7.1. Her current focus on Kir7.1 stems from the growing recognition of its role in energy homeostasis and metabolic regulation through interactions with the melanocortin 4 receptor (MC4R), a key regulator of energy homeostasis. Her approach leverages cryogenic electron microscopy (cryo-EM) to visualize the structural architecture of these protein complexes at near-atomic resolution. By combining cryo-EM with electrophysiological and pharmacological analyses, she is uncovering the binding sites and conformational changes associated with interaction with a small molecule compound that blocks that channel conduction pathway thus providing valuable insights into the structural basis for drug-target interactions. Ultimately, her work aims to pave the way for the development of new small molecule therapeutics for metabolic disorders.

Elizabeth Dale Gilley founded the Elle Foundation in Dallas, Texas in 1995, with the mission statement of stopping the intergenerational cycle of addiction. She has published consistently in peer review since 2017. Her research focus is on underlying neurogenetic, and neurobiological causal influences of Mental Health Disorder Clusters involving Addiction. She created the Reward Deficiency Syndrome - Solution Focused Brief Intervention (RDS-SFBI) therapy and the RDS Severity of Symptom psychological assessment tool (RDS-SOS). She teaches continuing education credits in genomics. The Elle Foundation Research Institute is currently involved in the 100s, and 200s series. For more information see ElleResource.com

I am a second-year PhD student working on “The Blood-Brain Barrier Regulation of the Different Brain Structures in Neonatal Hypoxia-Ischemia: evaluation of a purine derivative drug effect” at the Paris-Saclay University – CEA. I have obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Cellular Biology and Physiology at the Toulouse III - Paul Sabatier University. During my Bachelor’s Degree I conducted two internships. The first one was done during my second year at the Pasteur Institut working on the nicotinic receptors. The second internship was held at the end of my senior year at the Uppsala University in Sweden with the Erasmus+ program, where I worked on the Central Nervous System of the zebrafish. Then, I pursued an International Master’s Degree in the Development of Drugs and Health Products at the Paris Saclay University. I did both of my master's internships at the CEA-Paris Saclay University at the Vascular Unit and Therapeutic Innovation Laboratory, where I worked on the administration route of a Purine Derivative to treat Neonatal Hypoxia-Ischemia Encephalopathy and then on the behavioral deficits that this brain injury induced in the neonatal rat brain.

Isabel completed her undergraduate at the University of Sussex in Medical Neuroscience. During her studies, she was an intern in the consciousness lab and through that got offered her scholarship for her PhD. She passed her viva with no corrections with the thesis titled "From time to time: an investigation of Temporal Consciousness and its neurophysiological mechanisms". After completing her PhD, she started working at Bayezian where she was involved in a myriad of projects from Computer vision to aid academic experiments to neural decoding for brain machine interfaces. She has founded the Neuroscience and AI centre of Excellence at her company and now oversees Neuroscience projects scoping neuro-habilitation and neurodisability.

Samantha Deasy is a 1st year neurobiology PhD student at Duke University in Durham, NC, USA focusing on electrophysiology in developmental neuroscience.

Asli BeyzaGUL: Aspiring Neurologist and Advocate for Parkinson’s Disease Care and Longevity In today’s rapidly aging world, where healthcare advancements have extended lifespans, the concept of longevity has evolved beyond simply living longer to living well. Neurological diseases, particularly Parkinson’s, pose unique challenges to achieving this balance. I, Asli Beyza Gul, a second-year medical student and aspiring neurologist, am passionately committed to improving the lives of those affected by Parkinson’s and advancing therapies that support quality longevity. My passion for neurology was ignited during shadowing experiences in leading clinics across Dubai, Istanbul, and London. These opportunities allowed me to meet inspiring medical professionals, connect with patients, and witness the profound, life-altering impact of Parkinson’s disease. I encountered patients in their early 50s—vibrant individuals at the height of their personal and professional lives—whose worlds were upended by this disease. Within months of diagnosis, many lost their ability to work, their independence, and the sense of purpose that once defined their lives.

Prof. (Dr.) Nidhi Agarwal is a distinguished academician and researcher with over 20 years of teaching and research experience. She serves as a Professor at the Faculty of Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities at Lincoln University College, Malaysia. In addition to her academic role, she is the Chairperson of the CTE UP chapter in India and the General Secretary of the Globus Educational and Research Association (GE&RA). Dr. Agarwal has made significant contributions to the field of education through her authorship of 32 books and chapters at both national and international levels. Her expertise spans Educational Psychology, Methods and Techniques for Teaching, and she has published over 54 research papers in various prestigious journals, including those indexed by Scopus, UGC, and other peer-reviewed publications. She is a prolific speaker, having presented her research at numerous national and international conferences. Her commitment to academic excellence is evident through her role as a Resource Person in UGC-sponsored online refresher courses for university and college professors, where she has also developed comprehensive E-Content. Dr. Agarwal is the Editor-in-Chief of two esteemed journals: Globus Journal of Progressive Education and Cosmos Journal of Arts and Higher Education. Her expertise and insights have made her a sought-after keynote speaker, with over 30 national and international conference invitations. Dr. Agarwal has successfully supervised more than 15 PhD research scholars to the completion of their degrees, with 10 more currently under her guidance. She is an active member of the Organisation for Women in Science for the Developing World (OWSD)-Paris, UNESCO, and AIATE. Additionally, she serves as an international reviewer for the International Conference of Informing Science and Informing Technology in the USA. Her dedication to fostering academic growth extends to organizing various national and international conferences, workshops, faculty development programs (FDPs), and seminars. She has received numerous accolades, including the best paper award at ISCA and AIATE conferences, and has been honored twice with the Women Empowerment Award for her social activism with NGOs and contributions to education. Dr. Agarwal is also an active member of Rotary, further demonstrating her commitment to community service and empowerment.

Lu Qin will graduate from South-Central Minzu University in June 2025 with a Master's Degree in Biomedical Engineering, specifically in the area of membrane ion channels and drug discovery and development. She mainly uses animal, molecular and cellular experiments to elucidate the mechanism of action of active ingredients in Chinese medicine. Her master's supervisor is Chen Su. Chen Su has completed his PhD at the age of 33 years from Beijing University of Technology and as Visiting scholar from University of Queensland, Australia. She is the Professor of South-central Minzu University. She has published more than 40 papers in reputed journals and has been serving as an editorial board member of repute.

I am Rosaria Ferrara, Psychologist and Psychotherapist, Ph.D. and contract professor at the "Sapienza" in Rome. I work as a freelancer in Rome and in the province of Salerno. After graduating in psychology, I started freelancing without interrupting my training. I specialize in the treatment of childhood-adolescent disorders and the autism spectrum as well as in the psychotherapeutic field. After a PhD at the Faculty of Biology and Medicine of the University of Lausanne, with prof. F. Ansermet, director of the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Service of the University Hospital of Geneva. I am currently completing a second doctorate at the "Sapienza" University of Rome, on the different phenotypic expression of autism between males and females.

Zanginyan Hasmik, scientific worker of the Laboratory Cell Technologies of the Institute of Molecular Biology of NAS RA. In 2013, she defended her thesis and received her PhD in Biological Sciences. He is the author of more than 35 works published in various journals and conferences.

I am studying currently my 5th year of doctorate at biology and health laboratory, faculty of sciences kenitra, Ibn Tofail university, Morocco in thematic of; toxicological studies of Moroccan medicinal plant and evaluation of their effect in affective and cognitive disorders in rat rendered diabetic by streptozotocin injection. I published two articles, the first entitled “Phytochemical and Toxicological Studies of Methanolic Extract of Lemon Verbena in Hamsters”. The second: “The anxiolytic, anti-depressive, and antioxidative effects of Lemon verbena in rat rendered diabetic by Streptozotocin injection

Kaouther Selmi PhD, an engineering (Ing.) degree, and who is a lecturer at the University of Monastir: Member of Laboratory of Electronics and Microelectronics, Faculty of Science- university of Monastir- Tunisia, IEEE Student Member. In addition, she was a reviewer of technical articles. Her research interests include neural networks, chaos and complex systems.

Dr. Mahajan completed his masters in General Surgery from Marathwada University, Maharashtra and went on to pursue Diploma in Urology at the University of Vienna, Austria. In a career changing move, after three decades of being a successful general and uro-surgeon, he started his brainchild - StemRx Bioscience Solutions Pvt. Ltd. in the year 2011. This was to focus on in-depth research in the field of Regenerative Medicine and Cell Based Therapy which he believes is the solution to address the limitations of conventional therapeutic modalities. To this effect, he underwent and continues to undergo intensive training in the United States. He has devised personalized treatment protocols in cell-based therapy for more than 75 health conditions. Dr. Mahajan has published 16 research articles in international and national journals. He has a patent for Avascular Necrosis and is on the board for reviewing scholarly articles for various international journals. Dr. Mahajan has received many international awards for his pioneering research work in regenerative medicine.

Amgad Mohammed Rabie Hamed Fouda has completed his MSc and Postgraduate studies in Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Sciences at the age of 30 years from the Faculty of Pharmacy, Mansoura University, Egypt. He is one of the most famous and reputed Egyptian and Arab pharmacists, researchers and scientists. His new researches focused on the synthesis, discovery, and development of new drugs and medicines for the most resistant and untreated human diseases. He is the head of pharmacists at the Dikernis General Hospital (Mansoura, Egypt), a premier governmental hospital in Egypt. He has published more than 25 papers in very reputed journals and serving as an Editorial Board Member of great repute.