Benjamin Ajibade | Nursing and Health Professions | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

Benjamin Ajibade
Northumbria University, United Kingdom
Benjamin Ajibade
Affiliation Northumbria University
Country United Kingdom
Scopus ID 57355622100
Documents 12
Citations 48
h-index 3
Subject Area Nursing and Health Professions
Event Top Teachers Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-0204-4205
Google Scholar MiIjB38AAAAJ

Benjamin Ajibade is a mental health nursing academic, researcher, educator, and institutional leader affiliated with Northumbria University in the United Kingdom. His academic profile combines extensive clinical nursing experience, higher education leadership, doctoral supervision, curriculum innovation, inclusive teaching practice, and interdisciplinary research. His scholarly contributions have focused on nursing education, mental health, equity and inclusion, international student experiences, healthcare access, dementia care, and culturally responsive educational methodologies including LEGO® Serious Play®.[1]

With more than three decades of combined clinical and academic experience, Benjamin Ajibade has contributed to nursing scholarship through peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, research supervision, editorial service, external examining activities, grant-funded projects, and leadership of initiatives aimed at widening participation and advancing equity within higher education and healthcare systems.[1]

Abstract

This article presents an academic overview of Benjamin Ajibade’s professional achievements, scholarly contributions, educational leadership, research supervision, community engagement, and service to nursing education. Particular attention is given to his work in mental health nursing, inclusion and diversity initiatives, international student transition research, doctoral supervision, curriculum innovation, and externally funded projects. The profile also evaluates his suitability for recognition through the Innovative Research Award associated with the Top Teachers Awards based on documented evidence of academic leadership, research activity, educational innovation, and professional impact.[1]

Keywords

Mental Health Nursing; Nursing Education; Higher Education; Inclusivity; Equity and Diversity; LEGO® Serious Play®; Doctoral Supervision; Curriculum Development; Healthcare Research; International Students; Dementia Care; Research Leadership; Community Engagement; Educational Innovation.

Introduction

Benjamin Ajibade serves as Assistant Professor in Mental Health Nursing within the Department of Nursing, Midwifery and Health at Northumbria University. His career spans clinical nursing, healthcare management, academic leadership, teaching, research, and professional service. Throughout his career he has worked across multiple healthcare and higher education institutions in both Nigeria and the United Kingdom, contributing to nursing practice, professional development, educational innovation, and evidence-informed healthcare delivery.[1]

His academic interests encompass mental health nursing, public health, research methodologies, healthcare equity, educational transitions, student wellbeing, dementia care, and decolonisation of curricula. These themes are reflected in his scholarly outputs, funded projects, conference presentations, doctoral supervision activities, and leadership roles within national and international educational networks.[1]

Research Profile

Benjamin Ajibade completed a Professional Doctorate in Nursing at the University of Sunderland, where his doctoral thesis investigated sociocultural factors influencing Nigerian nursing students transitioning into UK higher education through the application of LEGO® Serious Play® methodology. This research established a foundation for subsequent scholarly work concerning international student experiences, belonging, educational transitions, and inclusive pedagogical practice.[2]

His research portfolio demonstrates engagement with mental health, educational equity, public health, ageing, dementia, healthcare access, minority ethnic experiences, postgraduate research participation, and anti-racist educational practices. He has also contributed to collaborative projects funded through national and institutional initiatives focused on inclusion, healthcare access, and postgraduate researcher development.[1]

  • Institutional Lead for the Pro:NE project.
  • Principal and co-investigator on multiple healthcare and educational research initiatives.
  • Supervisor of undergraduate, postgraduate, professional doctorate, and PhD research.
  • Contributor to equality, diversity, and inclusion scholarship.
  • Researcher in nursing education and international student transitions.

Research Contributions

A notable aspect of Benjamin Ajibade’s scholarly contribution is the application of innovative educational methodologies to investigate complex sociocultural experiences. His work using LEGO® Serious Play® methodology has explored student transitions, learning experiences, and inclusion within higher education settings. Such research has contributed to broader discussions concerning student engagement, belonging, and educational equity.[2]

His contributions also extend to healthcare service accessibility and health equity research. Publications addressing reproductive health access barriers, minority ethnic healthcare experiences, dementia care, and postgraduate research participation demonstrate an interdisciplinary approach that integrates education, nursing, and public health perspectives.[4]

  • Research on educational transitions among international nursing students.
  • Studies promoting inclusivity and decolonisation in nursing education.
  • Projects addressing healthcare access among minoritised communities.
  • Research leadership in postgraduate researcher development initiatives.
  • Development of evidence-informed educational practices and mentorship frameworks.

Publications

Benjamin Ajibade’s most cited publications examine patient-centred care planning, international nursing student transitions, and innovative LEGO® Serious Play® methodology, contributing to nursing education, inclusion, and healthcare access research.[2][3][4][5]

Ajibade’s publication record includes peer-reviewed journal articles, conference papers, preprints, educational research outputs, and collaborative healthcare studies. Several publications have addressed nursing practice, international education, healthcare access, and student wellbeing.[2][3][4]

Research Impact

The documented impact of Benjamin Ajibade’s work can be observed across research, teaching, supervision, policy engagement, and professional practice. His funded projects have supported work on healthcare inclusion, culturally responsive care, postgraduate researcher development, and educational equity. He has also supervised substantial numbers of undergraduate and postgraduate students and has contributed to doctoral supervision, examination, and mentoring activities.[1]

Beyond formal research outputs, his leadership within equality and diversity initiatives, editorial responsibilities, external examiner appointments, validation panels, and healthcare stakeholder collaborations demonstrates broader academic influence extending beyond institutional boundaries.[1]

Award Suitability

Benjamin Ajibade’s profile demonstrates multiple characteristics commonly associated with academic recognition for innovative research and educational leadership. These include sustained engagement with research-informed teaching, innovative methodological approaches, leadership of externally funded projects, commitment to equity and inclusion, doctoral supervision, international academic collaboration, and dissemination of scholarship through publications and conferences.[1]

His use of LEGO® Serious Play® methodology in higher education research, leadership of initiatives supporting minoritised postgraduate researchers, involvement in healthcare equity projects, and contributions to curriculum transformation collectively provide evidence of innovation and impact within nursing education and healthcare scholarship.[3][5]

Conclusion

Benjamin Ajibade represents a scholar-practitioner whose career integrates nursing practice, higher education leadership, inclusive pedagogy, research supervision, and interdisciplinary scholarship. His contributions to mental health nursing education, educational equity, healthcare inclusion, and international student research have established a record of professional achievement and academic service. The available evidence indicates a sustained commitment to advancing knowledge, supporting learners, and promoting equitable healthcare and educational environments, supporting consideration for recognition through the Innovative Research Award.[1]

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Benjamin Ajibade, Author ID 57355622100. Scopus. https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57355622100
  2. Ajibade, B. (2021). Assessing the patient’s needs and planning effective care. British Journal of Nursing, 30(20), 1166-1171. DOI: https://doi.org/10.12968/bjon.2021.30.20.1166
  3. Ajibade, B.O., & Hayes, C. (2022). Using LEGO® Serious Play® Methodology in supporting Nigerian nursing students’ sociocultural transitions to UK higher education. Nurse Education Today, 119, 105582. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nedt.2022.105582
  4. Ajibade, B., Oguguo, C., Ling, J., & Eberhardt, J. (2022). Recommendations for removing access barriers to effective sexual/reproductive health services for young people in South East Nigeria: A systematic review. International Journal of Sexual and Reproductive Health Care. https://research.tees.ac.uk/ws/portalfiles/portal/55499093/IJSRHC_5_137.pdf
  5. Ajibade, B.O., & Hayes, C. (2020). An insight into utilising LEGO® Serious Play® to explore international student transitions into a UK higher education institution. SAGE Publications Ltd. https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=MiIjB38AAAAJ&hl=en&oi=sra

Saksham Kohli | Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

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Best Researcher Award

Saksham Kohli
Cook County Health

Saksham Kohli
Affiliation Cook County Health
Country United States
Scopus ID 59495632900
Documents 52
Citations 4
Subject Area Health Professions
Event Top Teachers Awards
ORCID 0000-0001-6983-1804

The Best Researcher Award recognition highlights the scholarly activities and emerging research contributions of Saksham Kohli at Cook County Health. Working within the field of Health Professions, Saksham Kohli has contributed to studies involving gastroenterology, hepatology, nephrology, and healthcare outcomes research. Recent publications demonstrate engagement with evidence-based clinical investigations addressing inpatient outcomes, quality improvement methodologies, readmission patterns, and patient survival analyses.[1] Through interdisciplinary research and participation in contemporary clinical studies, Saksham Kohli has supported the advancement of knowledge relevant to healthcare quality, patient management, and population-level medical outcomes.[2]

Abstract

This article presents an academic overview of Saksham Kohli and the research profile associated with recognition under the Best Researcher Award category. The researcher’s recent scholarly output focuses on clinical outcomes, gastrointestinal diseases, healthcare quality assessment, and patient-centered investigations. Published studies have addressed metabolic dysfunction-associated liver disease, endoscopy performance evaluation, alcoholic hepatitis readmissions, and survival considerations among elderly dialysis patients.[2]

Keywords

Health Professions, Gastroenterology, Clinical Outcomes Research, Healthcare Quality Improvement, Hepatology, Readmission Studies, Evidence-Based Medicine.

Introduction

Healthcare research plays a significant role in improving clinical practice, patient outcomes, and healthcare system efficiency. Researchers working across medical specialties contribute to evidence generation that supports informed decision-making and policy development. Saksham Kohli’s published work reflects participation in studies examining disease burden, treatment outcomes, healthcare utilization, and quality improvement initiatives within contemporary clinical settings.[3]

Research Profile

Affiliated with Cook County Health in the United States, Saksham Kohli has developed a research profile centered on applied clinical investigations. Indexed under Scopus Author ID 59495632900, the researcher has contributed to publications spanning gastroenterology, hepatology, nephrology, and healthcare analytics. These studies demonstrate engagement with real-world healthcare datasets and outcome-oriented medical research.[1]

Research Contributions

The research contributions of Saksham Kohli include analyses of metabolic-dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease and its impact on inpatient outcomes, assessments of endoscope tip angulation performance, nationwide evaluations of alcoholic hepatitis readmissions, and investigations involving elderly dialysis populations.[2] These studies contribute to clinical understanding by examining patient outcomes, healthcare quality metrics, and disease management strategies using quantitative methodologies.[4]

Publications

  • Impact of Metabolic-Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD) and Steatohepatitis (MASH) on Clostridioides difficile Inpatient Outcomes.
  • Quantitative Assessment of Endoscope Tip Angulation Performance in New Endoscopes.
  • Trends, Predictors, and Outcomes of 30- and 90-Day Readmissions Following Alcoholic Hepatitis.
  • Octogenarians on Dialysis; Navigating Survival Amidst Struggles.

Research Impact

The available publication record demonstrates contributions to clinically relevant topics affecting patient care and healthcare delivery. Research addressing liver disease outcomes, readmission risk factors, endoscopic performance, and nephrology-related survival outcomes provides useful evidence for healthcare professionals and researchers seeking to improve treatment effectiveness and quality standards.[5]

Award Suitability

Saksham Kohli’s profile aligns with the objectives of the Best Researcher Award through demonstrated scholarly engagement, publication activity, and contributions to healthcare research. The combination of outcome-based studies, quality improvement initiatives, and multidisciplinary clinical investigations reflects an active commitment to advancing medical knowledge and evidence-based practice.[1]

Conclusion

Saksham Kohli has contributed to a growing body of healthcare research through studies addressing important clinical and quality-of-care challenges. The published work demonstrates involvement in contemporary medical investigations and supports the dissemination of evidence relevant to patient outcomes, healthcare systems, and disease management. These accomplishments provide a foundation for recognition within academic and professional research communities.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Saksham Kohli, Author ID 59495632900. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=59495632900
  2. Kohli, S. et al. (2026). Impact of MASLD and MASH on Clostridioides difficile Inpatient Outcomes.
    https://doi.org/10.3390/gastroent17020038
  3. Kohli, S. et al. (2026). Quantitative Assessment of Endoscope Tip Angulation Performance in New Endoscopes.
    https://doi.org/10.1055/a-2877-9452
  4. Kohli, S. et al. (2026). Trends, Predictors, and Outcomes of 30- and 90-Day Readmissions Following Alcoholic Hepatitis.
    https://doi.org/10.3390/gidisord8020027
  5. Kohli, S. et al. (2025). Octogenarians on Dialysis; Navigating Survival Amidst Struggles.
    https://doi.org/10.34172/jnp.2024.21476
  6. Top Teachers Awards. (n.d.). Best Researcher Award Recognition Program.
    topteachers.net

Ömer Yavuz | Medicine and Health Sciences | Excellence in Research Award

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Excellence in Research Award

Ömer Yavuz
Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital, Turkey
Ömer Yavuz
Affiliation Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital
Country Turkey
Scopus ID 56712503200
Documents 11
Citations 44
h-index 4
Subject Area Medicine and Health Sciences
Event Top Teachers Awards

Ömer Yavuz is a thoracic surgery specialist affiliated with Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital. He has contributed significantly to thoracic surgery research through clinical investigations, minimally invasive surgical innovations, oncological studies, and multidisciplinary collaborations.[1] His academic profile reflects active participation in peer-reviewed publications, international scientific congresses, educational activities, and collaborative healthcare research initiatives within thoracic and pulmonary medicine. The Excellence in Research Award recognizes his distinguished scholarly achievement, sustained scientific contribution, and professional advancement in the field of medicine and health sciences.[2]

Abstract

Ömer Yavuz is a Turkish thoracic surgery specialist whose academic activities encompass clinical thoracic surgery, pulmonary oncology, minimally invasive surgical procedures, robotic thoracic surgery, and perioperative patient management. His scholarly contributions include peer-reviewed journal publications, conference presentations, collaborative multicenter studies, and educational involvement in thoracic surgery seminars.[3] His research portfolio demonstrates continuing engagement with contemporary surgical techniques and evidence-based clinical practice, particularly in lung cancer surgery, thoracic oncology, port catheter applications, and minimally invasive approaches.[4]

Keywords

Thoracic Surgery, Lung Cancer, Robotic Surgery, Pulmonary Oncology, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Thoracic Oncology, Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery, Surgical Research, Medical Education, Clinical Research.

Introduction

Thoracic surgery remains an essential subspecialty within medicine, requiring the integration of surgical precision, oncological knowledge, and multidisciplinary clinical coordination. Research in this field contributes to the advancement of minimally invasive interventions, perioperative management, and improved long-term patient outcomes. Within this context, Ömer Yavuz has participated in clinical and academic activities addressing thoracic surgical practice, lung cancer management, robotic-assisted procedures, and rare thoracic disorders.[5]

His professional training includes medical education at Gülhane Military Medical Faculty and specialization in thoracic surgery at Gülhane Military Medical Academy Haydarpaşa Training Hospital. Subsequent clinical appointments at Muş State Hospital, Koç University Hospital, and Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital contributed to the development of his clinical and academic profile.[6]

Research Profile

The research profile of Ömer Yavuz reflects interdisciplinary collaboration across thoracic surgery, oncology, pathology, and minimally invasive surgical technologies. His publications include clinical analyses, surgical case reports, retrospective investigations, translational research studies, and conference proceedings focused on thoracic diseases and operative outcomes.[7]

Research topics addressed in his work include pectus excavatum surgery, pleurodesis techniques, thoracic oncology, spread through air spaces in lung adenocarcinoma, immune profiling after minimally invasive lobectomy, robotic thoracic surgery, port catheter complications, and bibliometric analyses of surgical literature.[8]

In addition to publication activities, he has participated in national and international scientific congresses, including presentations associated with the World Conference on Lung Cancer, the European Society of Thoracic Surgeons, and Turkish thoracic surgery congresses.[9]

Research Contributions

Ömer Yavuz has contributed to research evaluating minimally invasive surgical procedures and thoracic oncological management. His collaborative study on immune profiling after minimally invasive lobectomy examined postoperative immunological responses following thoracic surgical intervention.[10]

Additional research contributions include investigations into thoracic surgical outcomes during the COVID-19 pandemic, demonstrating the feasibility of elective cancer surgery during periods of healthcare system restriction.[11] Other studies addressed prognostic indicators in lung adenocarcinoma, including spread through air spaces identified through PET/CT imaging modalities.[12]

His more recent research activities involve robotic-assisted thoracic surgery, landmark-based port catheter placement techniques, thoracic outlet syndrome procedures, and perioperative management strategies in low-resource surgical settings.[13] Several accepted publications scheduled for 2026 further demonstrate ongoing academic engagement in thoracic surgical innovation and healthcare research productivity.[14]

  • Research in minimally invasive thoracic surgery and robotic-assisted procedures.
  • Clinical investigations in lung cancer surgery and thoracic oncology.
  • Studies involving perioperative outcomes and surgical feasibility during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Development of port catheter placement approaches in resource-limited clinical settings.
  • Participation in multidisciplinary and international thoracic surgery collaborations.

Publications

Ömer Yavuz has contributed to thoracic surgery research through publications focused on minimally invasive surgery, thoracic oncology, robotic-assisted procedures, perioperative management, and pulmonary diseases. His scholarly work includes clinical investigations on lung adenocarcinoma, immune profiling after lobectomy, pleurodesis techniques, hyperhidrosis surgery outcomes, and port catheter complications. He has also participated in multidisciplinary and international collaborative studies published in peer-reviewed medical journals, including research related to COVID-19 surgical management and malignant pleural mesothelioma. These publications demonstrate sustained engagement with evidence-based thoracic surgery, innovative surgical methodologies, and contemporary clinical challenges within medicine and health sciences.

Research Impact

The academic contributions of Ömer Yavuz have supported ongoing discussions related to thoracic surgical techniques, perioperative care, robotic-assisted interventions, and oncological thoracic procedures. His Scopus-indexed publication record demonstrates measurable citation activity and participation in collaborative scientific research.[15]

His involvement in educational seminars and professional associations, including the Turkish Thoracic Society, Turkish Society of Thoracic Surgery, and European Society of Thoracic Surgeons, further reflects sustained engagement with academic medicine and surgical education.[16]

  • Peer-reviewed publications indexed in international academic databases.
  • Conference presentations at national and international thoracic surgery congresses.
  • Research participation in EU Framework Program and TÜBİTAK-supported scientific projects.
  • Ongoing publication activity in robotic thoracic surgery and surgical innovation.
  • Academic teaching contributions within thoracic surgery clinical seminars.

Award Suitability

The scholarly record of Ömer Yavuz demonstrates alignment with the objectives of the Excellence in Research Award presented through the Top Teachers Awards platform. His contributions to thoracic surgery research, publication activity in peer-reviewed journals, participation in international congresses, and involvement in educational and collaborative medical initiatives collectively support recognition for academic and professional achievement.[17]

Particular areas of distinction include minimally invasive thoracic surgery, robotic-assisted surgical techniques, thoracic oncology research, and clinical studies concerning perioperative outcomes and surgical methodologies in varying healthcare settings.[18]

Conclusion

Ömer Yavuz has established an academic and clinical profile characterized by ongoing participation in thoracic surgery research, scientific collaboration, and surgical education. His publication history, conference involvement, and clinical specialization reflect continued engagement with evidence-based thoracic surgical practice and medical research development. The breadth of his scholarly contributions within medicine and health sciences provides a substantial basis for recognition through the Excellence in Research Award.[19]

References

    1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Ömer Yavuz, Author ID 56712503200. Scopus. https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=56712503200
    2. Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital. (n.d.). Thoracic surgery and clinical research activities.
    3. Yıldızhan, A., Candaş, F. H., Yavuz, Ö., et al. (2015). Experiences with the Nuss Procedure in Young Adult Patients with Pectus Excavatum.DOI: https://doi.org/10.5606/tgkdc.dergisi.2015.10497
    4. Erus, S., Öztürk, A. B., Albayrak, Ö., et al. (2021). Immune Profiling After Minimally Invasive Lobectomy. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1093/icvts/ivaa296
    5. Marazioti, A., et al. (2021). KRAS Signaling in Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma. DOI: https://doi.org/10.15252/emmm.202013631
    6. Curriculum Vitae of Ömer Yavuz. (2026). Professional experience and academic background.
    7. Süer, H., et al. (2023). Combination of CEACAM5, EpCAM and CK19 Gene Expressions in Mediastinal Lymph Node Micrometastasis. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/s13019-023-02297-z
    8. Yavuz, Ö., İşcan, M. (2025). Port Catheter Thickness and Its Correlation with Complications – Exploring the Millimeter Threshold. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/s13019-025-03817-9
    9. European Society of Thoracic Surgeons. (2022). Conference proceedings and poster presentations.
    10. Interactive CardioVascular and Thoracic Surgery. (2021). Immune profiling after minimally invasive lobectomy. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1093/icvts/ivaa296
    11. Kulle, C. B., et al. (2021). Is Elective Cancer Surgery Feasible During the Lock-Down Period of the COVID-19 Pandemic? DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/jso.26436
    12. Falay, O., et al. (2021). Prediction of Spread Through Air Spaces with Preoperative 18F-FDG PET/CT in Primary Lung Adenocarcinoma. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1097/MNM.0000000000001414
    13. İşcan, M., Yavuz, Ö. (2026). Uniportal Robotic-Assisted Thoracic Surgery for Anatomical Lung Resections. DOI: https://doi.org/10.20452/wiitm.2026.18021
    14. Current Thoracic Surgery. (2026). Accepted publications in thoracic surgery and bibliometric analysis.
    15. Scopus Database Metrics. (n.d.). Author citation indicators and publication statistics.
    16. Turkish Thoracic Society; Turkish Society of Thoracic Surgery; European Society of Thoracic Surgeons. (n.d.). Professional membership records.
    17. Top Teachers Awards. (n.d.). Excellence in Research Award recognition framework. https://topteachers.net/
    18. CTSNet. (2024–2025). Robotic thoracic surgery and port catheter publications.
    19. Academic Curriculum Documentation. (2026). Teaching activities, conference participation, and scholarly output.