Dr. Gersham Rainone | Nervous System | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Gersham Rainone | Nervous System | Best Researcher Award 

Dr. Gersham Rainone | Nervous System | University of South Florida Department of Neurosurgery and Brain Repair | United States

Dr. Gersham Rainone is an accomplished neurosurgeon and researcher specializing in neurological surgery, brain repair, and spinal interventions, with a focus on translational applications in neurovascular and spine surgery. He earned his Doctor of Medicine from Drexel University College of Medicine and a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, summa cum laude, from Providence College. Currently completing his residency in Neurological Surgery at the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine, Dr. Gersham Rainone has been actively involved in multiple high-impact research projects across internationally recognized institutions including the University of South Florida, Allegheny General Hospital, University of Florida, and University of Texas Southwestern. His research portfolio encompasses hyperbaric oxygen therapy for traumatic brain injury, AI-assisted aneurysm assessment, pediatric arteriovenous malformation management, spinal deformity correction, and minimally invasive surgical techniques. Dr. Gersham Rainone work integrates clinical acumen with cutting-edge technology, including the application of AI for aneurysm occlusion grading, endoscopic spine surgery biomechanics, and tissue-sparing surgical approaches, demonstrating a multidisciplinary approach to advancing neurosurgical care. His research experience also extends to emergency medicine, fluorination chemistry, and behavioral health outcomes, reflecting a broad scientific and clinical foundation. Dr. Gersham Rainone has published 10 peer-reviewed articles with 16 citations and maintains an h-index of 3, with work appearing in reputed journals such as World Neurosurgery.

Professional Profile: Scopus

Selected Publications

  1. Lateral Anterior Column Release in Short Lumbar Fusion… Is It Worth It? – 2024 – 1 Citation

  2. Timing of Treatment Modalities in Pediatric AVM’s – 2023 – 2 Citations

  3. Use of AI in Determining Aneurysm Occlusion Grades – 2023 – 3 Citations

  4. Transoral versus Posterior Cervical Approaches for Craniocervical Junction Pathologies – 2023 – 2 Citations

Assist. Prof. Dr. Uba Dennis | Neuropsychology | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Uba Dennis | Neuropsychology | Best Researcher Award 

Assist. Prof. Dr. Uba Dennis, Baze University Abuja, Nigeria

Dr. Dennis Uba Donald is a licensed Clinical Psychologist, accomplished researcher, academic enthusiast, and published author from Delta State, Nigeria. He is currently affiliated with the Department of Psychology at Baze University, FCT Abuja. A member of several esteemed professional bodies, including the American Psychological Association (APA), British Medical Journal Leaders (BMJ) in Africa, the Nigerian Association of Clinical Psychologists (NACP), Cambridge Scholars, the Society of Personality and Social Psychology (SpSp), and the International Society of Substance Use Professionals (ISSUP), Dr. Uba has made significant contributions to behavioral sciences and clinical psychiatry. He holds a B.Sc. in Pure and Applied Psychology, an M.Sc. in Clinical Psychology, and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, all from Adekunle Ajasin University, Ondo State. Since 2013, he has been a regular contributor to prominent Nigerian newspapers such as The Guardian, The Sun, and The Punch. His professional interests span adult mental health, developmental psychology, personality studies, substance use disorders, and emerging topics like virtual reality in clinical research.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award: Dr. Dennis Uba Donald

Dr. Dennis Uba Donald demonstrates strong suitability for the Best Researcher Award based on his impactful contributions to the field of Clinical Psychology, behavioral sciences, and mental health research. With a solid academic background including a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, over a decade of professional writing and research, and affiliations with globally respected associations like APA, ISSUP, and the Society of Personality and Social Psychology, Dr. Uba brings both academic depth and professional breadth.

🎓 Education

  • 📚 B.Sc. (Hons) in Pure and Applied Psychology
    Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, Ondo State, Nigeria (2004–2007)
    ➤ Graduated with CGPA: 4.19 (2:1)

  • 🎓 M.Sc. in Clinical Psychology
    Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, Ondo State, Nigeria (2012–2015)

  • 🎓 Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology
    Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, Ondo State, Nigeria (2016–2019)

💼 Work Experience

  • 🧠 Clinical Psychologist, Researcher & Academic Author
    Actively involved in psychological research, therapy, and academic publishing since 2014

  • 🏫 LecturerDepartment of Psychology, Baze University, Abuja
    ➤ Currently affiliated

  • 💻 Former Professional in Banking and Information Technology
    ➤ Prior to clinical psychology career

  • 🖊️ Contributor & Columnist
    ➤ Regular writer for The Guardian, Sun Newspaper, and The Punch since 2013

🏆 Awards & Honors

  • 🏅 TETFUND Research Grant Winner, 2014

  • 🧠 Most Distinguished Psychology Student – Class of 2008

  • 🥇 Best Reviewer (2024)ABCD Index Journal

  • 🏅 Award of RecognitionJournal of Indian Psychology for the article:
    “Curious Case of Medical Negligence”

  • 🏅 Special Recognition Award7th NAPS National Conference, NSUK, 2023

  • 🌍 BMJ Leader – Recognized leader by British Medical Journal Africa

  • 📚 Indexed in Google Scholar, Scopus, PubMed, Routledge, Elsevier, and ResearchGate

Publication Top Notes:

Dennis, U. D.,Psychological wellbeing in student populations in south-west Nigeria: Implications for family support relationship and religious orientation.

Dennis,The role of virtual nature environment and self- agency in improving psychological wellbeing in student populations in Nigeria: A randomized group design.

Collaborative Shift-Scheduling and Perceived Procedural Justice as Predictors of Clinical Decision-Making in Managed Care Practice among Selected Samples of Health Workers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, Nigeria

Self-esteem as predictor of post-traumatic stress among victims of human trafficking in South-West, Nigeria.

Improving Medication Adherence in Convalscent Psychiatric Out-Patients Exposed to Psychotomimetic Medications in South-West, Nigeria: The Role of Medication Literacy and `Therapeutic Relationships.

The Evaluation of Harm and Purity Transgressions in Africans: A Paradigmatic Replication of Rottman and Young (2019)