Mirza Baig | Neurology | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

Mirza Baig
Dubai Medical University, United Arab Emirates

Mirza Baig
Affiliation Dubai Medical University
Country United Arab Emirates
Scopus ID >52163109500
Documents 74
Citations 321
h-index 10
Subject Area Neurology
Event World Cell Biologist Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-4146-6101

Mirza Baig is a researcher affiliated with Dubai Medical University in the United Arab Emirates whose stated subject area is neurology. The research profile supplied for this recognition records 74 documents, 321 citations, and an h-index of 10. These indicators provide a bibliometric overview of the researcher’s documented scholarly output and citation impact, while the designation of the Innovative Research Award recognizes research activity considered relevant to innovation within the stated academic field. [1] [2]

Abstract

The Innovative Research Award profile presented here concerns Mirza Baig of Dubai Medical University, United Arab Emirates, with neurology identified as the principal subject area. The supplied bibliometric record comprises 74 documents, 321 citations, and an h-index of 10. [1] These indicators can be considered alongside persistent researcher identifiers and scholarly profile records to provide a structured overview of academic activity. [2] The award context is associated with the World Cell Biologist Awards and emphasizes research innovation within an academic recognition framework.

Keywords

Mirza Baig; Innovative Research Award; Neurology; Dubai Medical University; Research Innovation; Bibliometrics; Scholarly Impact; Research Contributions

Introduction

Academic recognition profiles commonly combine institutional affiliation, subject-area information, publication activity, citation indicators, and persistent researcher identifiers. Such information can assist readers in understanding the documented scholarly footprint of an individual without treating bibliometric measures as a complete measure of research quality. Scopus provides author-level bibliometric information, while ORCID provides a persistent identifier intended to distinguish researchers and connect their scholarly activities. [1] [2]

Research Profile

The research profile identifies neurology as the principal subject area. The available bibliometric information indicates a documented publication output of 74 documents and 321 citations, with an h-index of 10. [1] The h-index is a commonly used bibliometric indicator that combines publication productivity with citation frequency, although it should be interpreted in relation to disciplinary norms, career stage, database coverage, and publication type. [2]

Research Contributions

The supplied information places Mirza Baig’s scholarly activity within neurology. On the basis of the available profile data, the principal contribution relevant to this recognition is the documented body of academic work represented by 74 indexed documents and its associated citation record. [1] A comprehensive assessment of individual scientific contributions would additionally require examination of the underlying publications, research questions, methods, datasets, collaborations, and independent scholarly reception.

Publications

The supplied profile records 74 documents in the researcher’s indexed output. [5] Because a publication list, titles, journal information, publication years, and article-level DOI identifiers were not supplied with the profile data, this page does not attribute specific publications or DOI numbers to Mirza Baig without independent bibliographic verification. [3]

Research Impact

The supplied citation count of 321 and h-index of 10 provide quantitative indicators of the visibility and citation history of the documented research output. [1] Citation measures can be informative when interpreted carefully, but they do not independently establish the scientific quality, originality, societal value, or clinical significance of research. Differences among disciplines, publication practices, database coverage, and citation behavior should therefore be considered when interpreting such indicators.

Award Suitability

The Innovative Research Award profile is consistent with a researcher’s documented activity in neurology and the supplied indicators of scholarly productivity and citation impact. The recorded 74 documents, 321 citations, and h-index of 10 provide measurable evidence of an established indexed research record. [1]

Suitability for an innovation-focused research award should, however, be determined through a broader review of the nominee’s original contributions, research significance, methodological advances, publication record, and evidence of influence within the relevant field. Bibliometric indicators can support this assessment but should not be treated as the sole basis for judging innovation. [4]

Conclusion

Mirza Baig of Dubai Medical University is presented in this academic recognition profile as a neurology researcher with 74 documented documents, 321 citations, and an h-index of 10. [1] The profile is additionally associated with ORCID 0000-0002-4146-6101, supporting persistent identification of the researcher. [2] [3]

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Mirza Baig, Author ID 52163109500. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=52163109500
  2. MR Baig, YM Al-Worafi, et al. (2026). Drug safety in India.
    https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/chapter/edited-volume/abs/pii/B978012819837700025X
  3. KA Johnson, M Baig, D Ramsey, et al. (2013). Prefrontal rTMS for treating depression: location and intensity results from the OPT-TMS multi-site clinical trial.
    https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1935861X12000216
  4. MO Abbas, M Baig. (2023). Knowledge and practice concerning breast cancer risk factors and screening among females in UAE.
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10162630/
  5. SS Hasan, CS Yong, MG Babar, CM Naing, A Hameed, MR Baig, et al. (2011). Understanding, perceptions and self-use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) among Malaysian pharmacy students.
    https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/1472-6882-11-95

Abdelhamid Benazzouz | Neuronal Cell Biology | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Abdelhamid Benazzouz | Neuronal Cell Biology | Best Researcher Award

Bordeaux University / Neurodegenerative Diseases Institute | France

Dr. Abdelhamid Benazzouz is a distinguished neuroscientist whose pioneering research has significantly advanced understanding and treatment of Parkinson’s disease. His groundbreaking work during his Ph.D. led to the development of deep brain stimulation (DBS) of the subthalamic nucleus as a novel therapeutic approach for Parkinson’s disease, which was later translated into clinical application. His research focuses on elucidating the mechanisms of action of DBS, exploring the role of monoaminergic systems in the pathophysiology of Parkinson’s disease, and investigating pain mechanisms associated with the disorder. He has led numerous national and international research projects funded by organizations such as the Agence Nationale de la Recherche, Fondation pour la Recherche Médicale, and the Michael J. Fox Foundation. With over 120 publications, more than 24,000 citations, and multiple patents, his contributions span both basic and translational neuroscience. He also leads collaborative research efforts across France, the Netherlands, and Hong Kong to develop innovative therapeutic strategies. As Editor-in-Chief and founder of the Elsevier journal Deep Brain Stimulation, he continues to influence the global neuroscience community, driving forward advancements in neurostimulation, monoaminergic signaling, and the treatment of neurological disorders, particularly Parkinson’s disease and related pain syndromes.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Orcid

Featured Publications:

Krack, P., Batir, A., Van Blercom, N., Chabardes, S., Fraix, V., Ardouin, C., … & Benabid, A. L. (2003). Five-year follow-up of bilateral stimulation of the subthalamic nucleus in advanced Parkinson’s disease. The New England Journal of Medicine, 349(20), 1925–1934.

Limousin, P., Krack, P., Pollak, P., Benazzouz, A. H., Ardouin, C., Hoffmann, D., … & Benabid, A. L. (1998). Electrical stimulation of the subthalamic nucleus in advanced Parkinson’s disease. The New England Journal of Medicine, 339(16), 1105–1111.

Limousin, P., Pollak, P., Benazzouz, A., Hoffmann, D., Le Bas, J. F., Perret, J. E., … & Benabid, A. L. (1995). Effect on parkinsonian signs and symptoms of bilateral subthalamic nucleus stimulation. The Lancet, 345(8942), 91–95.

Benabid, A. L., Pollak, P., Gao, D., Hoffmann, D., Limousin, P., Gay, E., Payen, I., & Benazzouz, A. (1996). Chronic electrical stimulation of the ventralis intermedius nucleus of the thalamus as a treatment of movement disorders. Journal of Neurosurgery, 84(2), 203–214. Benazzouz, A., Gross, C., Féger, J., Boraud, T., & Bioulac, B. (1993). Reversal of rigidity and improvement in motor performance by subthalamic high-frequency stimulation in MPTP-treated monkeys. European Journal of Neuroscience, 5(4), 382–389.

Krack, P., Pollak, P., Limousin, P., Hoffmann, D., Xie, J., Benazzouz, A., … & Benabid, A. L. (1998). Subthalamic nucleus or internal pallidal stimulation in young-onset Parkinson’s disease. Brain: A Journal of Neurology, 121(3), 451–457.

Benabid, A. L., Pollak, P., Gross, C., Hoffmann, D., Benazzouz, A., Gao, D. M., … & Perret, J. (1994). Acute and long-term effects of subthalamic nucleus stimulation in Parkinson’s disease. Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery, 62(1–4), 76–84.