Dr. Minh-Khang Le | Artificial Intelligence Awards | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Minh-Khang Le | Artificial Intelligence Awards | Best Researcher Award 

Dr. Minh-Khang Le, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, United States

Minh-Khang Le, M.D., Ph.D., is a Postdoctoral Research Scientist in the Department of Pathology and Computational Biomedicine at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California. He obtained his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City, graduating in the top 10% of his class, and completed his Ph.D. in Pathology at the University of Yamanashi in Japan. His research focuses on integrating histopathology, molecular profiles, and clinicopathological features to characterize human cancers, particularly lymphoid and hematopoietic neoplasms. Dr. Le has contributed to several projects involving histopathology, molecular analyses, and the development of clinicopathological machine-learning models. As a strong advocate for the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in pathology, he aims to enhance the understanding and treatment of cancer. In addition to his postdoctoral position, he has held research roles at various institutions, including the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics and the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. Dr. Le’s work has led to impactful advancements in digital pathology and cancer research.

Professional Profile:

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Researcher Suitability Summary for Best Researcher Award: 

Minh-Khang Le is an exemplary candidate for the Best Researcher Award, showcasing a profound commitment to advancing the field of digital pathology and computational biomedicine. His research is particularly focused on integrating histopathological and molecular profiles to enhance the understanding and characterization of human cancers, especially lymphoid and hematopoietic neoplasms. This multidisciplinary approach not only reflects his extensive knowledge but also his dedication to translating complex data into meaningful clinical insights.

Education 🎓

  • Postdoctoral Research Scientist
    Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Department of Computational Biomedicine and Pathology
    July 2024 – Present
    8700 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, USA
  • Ph.D. Student
    University of Yamanashi, Department of Pathology
    April 2020 – March 2024
    GPA: 3.5/4.0
    1110 Shimokato, Chuo, Yamanashi, Japan
  • Doctor of Medicine
    University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City
    October 2013 – September 2019
    Degree Classification: Good (Top 10% of the Course)
    Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Work Experience 💼

  • Postdoctoral Research Scientist
    Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Department of Computational Biomedicine and Pathology
    July 2024 – Present
  • Part-time Researcher
    New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO)
    April 2022 – Present
  • Part-time Researcher
    Department of Pathology, The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa, USA
    April 2022 – Present
  • Research Assistant
    Department of Pathology, University of Yamanashi
    April 2020 – Present
  • Teaching Assistant
    Department of Pathology, University of Yamanashi
    April 2020 – Present
  • Part-time Researcher
    Department of Neurosurgery, The University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, Oklahoma, USA
    April 2021 – March 2022

Achievements, Awards, and Honors 🏆

  • Top 10% of the Course in Doctor of Medicine program at the University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City
  • GPA of 3.5/4.0 in Ph.D. studies at the University of Yamanashi

Publication Top Notes:

Clinical implication of PRAME immunohistochemistry in differentiating melanoma in situ and dysplastic nevus in non-acral nevus-associated melanoma in situ: An institutional experience and meta-analysis

A Novel Artificial Intelligence-Based Parameterization Approach of the Stromal Landscape in Merkel Cell Carcinoma: A Multi-Institutional Study

Comprehensive analysis of distinct circadian clock subtypes of adult diffuse glioma and their associations with clinicopathological, genetic, and epigenetic profiles

CXCL5 expression is associated with active signals of macrophages in the microenvironment of papillary thyroid carcinoma

Severe asthmatic airways have distinct circadian clock gene expression pattern associated with WNT signaling

Prof. Dr. Shih-Lin Chang | Artificial Intelligence Awards | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Shih-Lin Chang | Artificial Intelligence Awards | Best Researcher Award 

Prof. Dr. Shih-Lin Chang, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taiwan

Dr. Shih-Lin Chang, is a distinguished cardiologist and academic leader in the field of cardiovascular medicine. He is currently the Chief of the Department of Experimental Examination at Taipei Veterans General Hospital and the Director of the Intelligent Medicine and Telehealth Center within the Cardiovascular Center. Dr. Chang is also a Professor of Medicine at National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, where he has contributed significantly to research and education in cardiology. Dr. Chang completed his M.D. at China Medical University in 1998 and earned his Ph.D. from National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University in 2012. He underwent extensive training, including a residency in Internal Medicine and fellowships in cardiology and electrophysiology at Taipei Veterans General Hospital. His professional journey includes significant roles such as Staff Cardiologist and Associate Director of the Cardiovascular Research Center at National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University.

Professional Profile:

Suitability for Best Researcher Award: Shih-Lin Chang, M.D., Ph.D.

Shih-Lin Chang exemplifies the qualities and achievements that make him an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award. With a robust educational background, including an M.D. from China Medical University and a Ph.D. from National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Dr. Chang has established himself as a leading figure in cardiology and electrophysiology.

🎓 Education

  • M.D.: China Medical University, Taiwan (1991–1998)
  • Ph.D.: National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Institute of Clinical Medicine, Taiwan (2007–2012)

💼 Work Experience

  • 2023.8: Chief, Department of Experimental Examination, Taipei Veterans General Hospital Healthcare and Services Center
  • 2023.1: Director of Intelligent Medicine and Telehealth Center, Department of Cardiovascular Center
  • 2022.7: Associate Director, Cardiovascular Research Center, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University
  • 2019.8: Professor of Medicine, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, School of Medicine
  • 2017.10–2020.10: Director, Heart Rhythm Center, Taipei Veterans General Hospital
  • 2016.8–2019.8: Associate Professor of Medicine, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University
  • 2015.3–2017.3: Secretary-General, Taiwan Heart Rhythm Society
  • 2009.3–Present: Staff Cardiologist, Division of Cardiology, Taipei Veterans General Hospital
  • 2006–2009.3: Staff Cardiologist, Division of Cardiology, Suao Veterans Hospital
  • 2004–2006: Fellowship, Clinical and Basic Electrophysiology Laboratory, Taipei Veterans General Hospital
  • 2003–2005: Fellowship, Division of Cardiology, Taipei Veterans General Hospital
  • 2000–2003: Resident, Department of Internal Medicine, Taipei Veterans General Hospital

🏆 Awards and Honors

  • Poster Award: 2nd Asia-Pacific Atrial Fibrillation Symposium (2006) 🖼️
  • First Prize: Young Investigator Award, Taiwan Society of Cardiology (2010) 🥇
  • Young Investigator Award: 3rd Asia-Pacific Heart Rhythm Society (2010) 🏅
  • Best Oral Presentation Award: Taiwan Society of Cardiology (2011) 🎤
  • Best Poster Presentation Award: Taiwan Society of Cardiology (2013) 🖼️
  • Best Teacher Award: National Yang Ming University (2014, 2016, 2019) 🎓
  • Best Paper Award: Veterans General Hospitals and University System of Taiwan Joint Research Program (2015, 2018, 2019, 2021) 📝
  • PBL Tutor Award: National Yang Ming University (2017) 👩‍🏫
  • Outstanding Journal Paper Special Excellence Award: Taiwan Society for Simulation in Healthcare (2021) 🌟
  • Gold Award: Outstanding Academic Research Paper in Medical Education, Taipei Veterans General Hospital (2022) 🥇
  • National Healthcare Quality Award: Smart Services Category (2022) 🏥
  • Clinical Teaching Excellence Award: Taipei Veterans General Hospital (2023) 📚

🌟 Achievements

  • Active roles as editor for Acta Cardiologica Sinica (2015–Present) and Clinical Medicine (2014–Present).
  • Member of APHRS EP Ablation and Digital Health Committees (2024).
  • Numerous oral and poster presentations at international cardiology conferences.
  • Invited faculty/speaker at prestigious global cardiology events, including the European Society of Cardiology Congress and Heart Rhythm Society Annual Scientific Sessions.

Publication Top Notes:

Performance of the novel ANTWERP score in predicting heart function improvement after atrial fibrillation ablation in Asian patients with heart failure

Three-dimensional mapping and superior approach for catheter ablation in patients without inferior vena cava access

Effectiveness and safety of non-vitamin K antagonist oral anticoagulants in low-weight patients with atrial fibrillation

Multistep Algorithm to Predict RVOT PVC Site of Origin for Successful Ablation Using Available Criteria: A Two-Center Cross-Validation Study

Frailty and Its Associated Factors in Patients With Atrial Fibrillation: A Cross-Sectional Study