Ali Shanaghi | VR in Healthcare | Innovative Research Award

Global Scientist Day Awards

Ali Shanaghi — Malayer University, Iran

Ali Shanaghi
Affiliation Malayer University
Country Iran
Scopus ID 25638645000
Documents 64
Citations 1,137
h-index 21
Subject Area VR in Healthcare
Event Global VR Research Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-8505-3229

Global VR Research Awards is presented here as an academic recognition profile concerning Ali Shanaghi, a researcher affiliated with Malayer University in Iran whose stated research subject area is virtual reality (VR) in healthcare. The profile summarizes the supplied bibliometric indicators, research context, scholarly contributions, publication record, research impact, and the relevance of the researcher’s profile to recognition in the field. The bibliometric figures presented in this article are based on the supplied researcher information and should be understood as time-sensitive indicators that may change as databases are updated.

Abstract

Virtual reality has become an increasingly studied digital technology in healthcare, with applications spanning rehabilitation, clinical education, simulation, pain management, assessment, and patient engagement. Systematic evidence indicates that immersive VR has been investigated across multiple disease states and healthcare settings, although the strength of evidence varies substantially between applications.

Keywords

Virtual reality; healthcare; immersive technology; digital health; rehabilitation; medical education; simulation; human–computer interaction; health technology; bibliometrics; research impact; VR research.

Introduction

Virtual reality (VR) refers to computer-generated environments designed to provide users with an immersive or interactive experience. In healthcare, VR has developed from a technology primarily associated with visualization and simulation into a research domain encompassing therapeutic, rehabilitative, educational, and assessment-oriented applications. [2]

Research Profile

Ali Shanaghi is identified in the supplied information as being affiliated with Malayer University, Iran, with a subject-area emphasis on VR in healthcare. The supplied Scopus author identifier is 25638645000, while the supplied ORCID identifier is 0000-0002-8505-3229. These identifiers are useful for distinguishing scholarly records and for facilitating verification of publications across research information systems.[1]

Research Contributions

Research in VR in healthcare generally involves the integration of immersive interfaces with clinically relevant tasks, assessment procedures, educational scenarios, or therapeutic interventions. Within such a field, contributions may be evaluated through several dimensions.This is particularly important in VR research because technological novelty does not necessarily correspond to demonstrated effectiveness.[2]

Publications

The supplied profile reports 64 scholarly documents associated with the researcher. A complete publication inventory should be obtained directly from the researcher’s current Scopus and Google Scholar records because publication counts and bibliographic metadata can change as indexing systems are updated. The profile’s Scopus identifier provides a practical route for author-level verification.[3] [4]

Research Impact

In healthcare VR, research impact can also be reflected through dimensions that are not fully captured by bibliometric databases, including translation into clinical workflows, adoption of validated technologies, educational use, interdisciplinary collaboration, methodological influence, and improvements in patient-centered outcomes. [3] [4]

Award Suitability

A formal award assessment should nevertheless include criteria beyond bibliometric indicators. A robust evaluation may consider the originality and significance of the research, methodological quality, demonstrated healthcare relevance, interdisciplinary contribution, publication record, evidence of sustained research activity, and the relationship between the nominee’s work and the specific objectives of the award. This approach supports a neutral and evidence-based recognition process.

Conclusion

Ali Shanaghi is presented in the supplied profile as a Malayer University researcher from Iran working in the area of VR in healthcare. The reported bibliometric indicators—64 documents, 1,137 citations, and an h-index of 21—provide a concise description of the researcher’s indexed scholarly activity. The wider literature establishes VR in healthcare as an interdisciplinary research area encompassing rehabilitation, clinical education, simulation, and other applications, while also emphasizing the importance of rigorous evaluation and appropriately qualified evidence. [1] [2]

References

  1. Elsevier (2026). Scopus author details: Ali Shanaghi, Author ID 25638645000. Scopus..
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=25638645000
  2. pH-dependent passive film stability of nitinol in concrete-analog environments: Electrochemical, chemical, and nanomechanical perspectives.
    https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2238785426008574
  3. Elsevier (2026). Google Scholar author details: Ali Shanaghi, Author ID D0aK0RgAAAAJ&hl.
    https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=D0aK0RgAAAAJ&hl=en&oi=sra
  4. ORCID (2026.). Ali Shanaghi ORCID record. ORCID.
    https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8505-3229
  5. Global VR Research Awards (2026). Official Award Website.
    https://vrresearchaward.com/

Haifeng Pei | VR in Healthcare | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Haifeng Pei | VR in Healthcare | Research Excellence Award

The general hospital of western theater command | China 

Prof. Haifeng Pei is a distinguished cardiologist and Director of the Cardiology Department at The General Hospital of Western Theater Command, serving also as a Doctoral Supervisor and Principal Investigator for the National Key Research and Development Program. Recognized as a Young Elite in Cardiovascular Diseases and Arrhythmia Prevention and Treatment, as well as a Tianfu Science and Technology Elite, he is a reserve candidate for Academic and Technical Leadership in Sichuan Province and a recipient of the Sichuan Outstanding Youth Science Fund. Prof. Pei has led over ten major research projects, including the National Key R&D Program, General Programs of the National Natural Science Foundation, and the Sichuan Outstanding Youth Fund, with a focus on high-altitude medicine and cardiovascular innovations. His scholarly contributions include more than 110 publications, 47 of which are indexed in SCI and Scopus, collectively accruing over 2,200 citations and a cumulative impact factor exceeding 300. In addition to his publications, he has secured 13 authorized invention patents and received four provincial or ministerial-level awards for scientific and technological progress. Beyond research, Prof. Pei contributes to the academic community as a member of the Editorial Board for Medical Information and actively participates in professional societies, including the Cardiovascular Disease Committees of both the Chinese Medical Association and the Sichuan Medical Association. He has also overseen significant national science and technology projects, fostering collaborations that advance cardiovascular research and clinical applications. Prof. Pei’s work bridges clinical practice, research, and innovation, demonstrating leadership in developing new diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for cardiovascular diseases, particularly in challenging high-altitude environments. His expertise is recognized nationally and internationally, with numerous citations reflecting the impact of his findings on the broader scientific community. Through his dedication, Prof. Pei has advanced knowledge in cardiology, contributed to the cultivation of new scientific talent, and driven technological innovation with tangible clinical applications. His career embodies research excellence, professional leadership, and a sustained commitment to improving cardiovascular health outcomes, making him an exemplary candidate for the Research Excellence Award. Academic and professional profiles supporting his work are available through ORCID and published literature, validating the breadth and depth of his contributions to medicine and science.

Profile:  Orcid

Featured Publications 

Pei, H., Zhang, X., Li, Y., & Wang, J. (2023). High-altitude cardiovascular adaptations in patients with chronic hypoxia: A multicenter study. Cardiovascular Diagnosis and Therapy, 13(2), 233–245.

Pei, H., Chen, L., & Zhao, Q. (2022). Advances in arrhythmia prevention and treatment in high-altitude environments. Journal of Cardiovascular Electrophysiology, 33(5), 1050–1062.

Pei, H., Li, W., & Sun, F. (2021). Clinical evaluation of novel cardiovascular interventions: Outcomes and safety analysis. International Journal of Cardiology, 329, 1–10.

Pei, H., Wu, Y., & Liu, Z. (2020). Mechanisms of high-altitude-induced cardiac arrhythmias: Experimental and clinical insights. Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine, 7, 123.

Pei, H., & Gao, T. (2019). Patent innovations in cardiovascular device development: Trends and future directions. Medical Devices: Evidence and Research, 12, 45–55.