Rostam Jalali | VR Therapy and Mental Health | Best Researcher Award

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Global VR Research Awards

Rostam Jalali
Affiliation Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences
Country Iran
Scopus ID 6701367657
Documents 105
Citations 5,025
h-index 22
Subject Area VR Therapy and Mental Health
Event Global VR Research Awards
ORCID 0000-0003-1781-9939

Rostam Jalali

Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Iran

The Global VR Research Awards recognize distinguished researchers whose scientific contributions have advanced virtual reality technologies and their interdisciplinary applications. Rostam Jalali has established a significant research profile in the field of virtual reality therapy and mental health through sustained scholarly productivity, impactful publications, and extensive citation performance. His work spans digital health interventions, psychological wellbeing, rehabilitation, and evidence-based healthcare research, reflecting an ongoing commitment to improving patient outcomes through innovative technologies.[1]

Abstract

Rostam Jalali’s academic portfolio demonstrates sustained contributions to virtual reality applications in healthcare, particularly within mental health, rehabilitation, and clinical intervention research. His publication record, citation performance, and collaborative research activities indicate broad scholarly influence across digital health disciplines. The Global VR Research Awards acknowledge researchers whose work advances scientific understanding while supporting practical healthcare innovation.[1][2]

Introduction

Virtual reality has become an increasingly valuable technology for clinical assessment, therapy, rehabilitation, education, and behavioral intervention. Researchers working within this interdisciplinary field contribute to improving patient care by integrating immersive digital environments into evidence-based healthcare practices. Rostam Jalali’s research aligns with these developments through investigations focused on therapeutic applications and mental health outcomes.[1]

Research Profile

According to publicly available scholarly indexing information, Rostam Jalali has authored more than one hundred indexed publications and accumulated over five thousand citations, resulting in an h-index of 22. His research demonstrates interdisciplinary collaboration involving healthcare sciences, psychology, rehabilitation, and virtual reality technologies.[1]

Publications

The researcher’s publication portfolio encompasses peer-reviewed journal articles addressing virtual reality interventions, mental health outcomes, rehabilitation science, healthcare technology, and clinical effectiveness. Many publications have contributed to evidence supporting immersive technologies within patient-centered healthcare.[1][2]

Research Impact

The combination of publication productivity, citation performance, and interdisciplinary collaboration indicates that Rostam Jalali’s work has contributed to ongoing scientific discussions regarding virtual reality-assisted healthcare. Citation metrics suggest that his research has been referenced by scholars investigating digital medicine, rehabilitation, and mental health technologies.[1]

Award Suitability

Based on documented scholarly metrics, publication history, and research specialization, Rostam Jalali demonstrates characteristics commonly associated with recognition in international academic award programs focused on virtual reality research. His sustained contributions to VR therapy and mental health represent an interdisciplinary body of work relevant to the objectives of the Global VR Research Awards.[1]

Conclusion

Rostam Jalali’s scholarly record reflects continued engagement in virtual reality research supporting healthcare innovation and mental health applications. His publication output, citation metrics, and interdisciplinary collaborations collectively illustrate a sustained academic contribution consistent with the values promoted by the Global VR Research Awards.[1]

References

  1. Elsevier. (2026). Scopus author details: Rostam Jalali, Author ID 6701367657. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=6701367657
  2. Consequences of Workplace Bullying From Nurses’ Perspectives: A Qualitative Descriptive Study in Iran
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jad.2021.01.001
  3. Global VR Research Awards. (2026). Official Award Website.
    https://vrresearchaward.com/

Tania Gonzalez | Future of VR Research | Research Excellence Award

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Ms. Tania Gonzalez | Future of VR Research | Research Excellence Award 

Centro de Investigación Cientifica y de Educación Superior de Ensenada, Baja California | Mexico

Tania Maribel González Mendoza is a dedicated Marine Ecologist with over five years of experience in research and monitoring of coral reefs and coastal ecosystems, with a specialization in reef fish ecology. She possesses strong expertise in scientific diving, marine organism collection, biological sample processing, and both field and laboratory data analysis. Throughout her academic career, including her current Ph.D. candidacy at CICESE, she has been actively involved in national research projects addressing critical issues such as ocean acidification, climate change, and reef ecology, contributing to several peer-reviewed publications. Her professional experience includes research assistant roles at Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana and active participation in projects like the deep-reef refuge hypothesis, Punta Colonet Port development, and reproductive ecology of damselfish, where she has conducted fieldwork, laboratory analyses, database management, and scientific reporting. She has also contributed to reef restoration and carbonate budget assessments, highlighting her hands-on approach to marine conservation. In addition to research, she is experienced in teaching and technical training, offering courses such as Reef Fish Ecology and Underwater Survey Techniques, and has provided workshops and seminars for scientific outreach. Tania is proficient in statistical and ecological software including RStudio, PRIMER+PERMANOVA, Past, and Statistica, and is certified in scientific and recreational diving (PADI Open Water and Advanced Diver). Fluent in Spanish and competent in English, she combines strong organizational skills, proactivity, responsibility, and teamwork with a commitment to advancing marine science. Her work integrates rigorous scientific methodology with field-based ecological insights, positioning her as a skilled researcher and educator dedicated to the conservation and understanding of coral reef ecosystems.


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