Patrick Rodrigues – Methodological approach – Best Researcher Award

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Patrick Rodrigues – Methodological approach – Best Researcher Award

Dr. Patrick Rodrigues   distinguished academic and researcher in the field Methodological Approach. Working mainly in the areas of exercise physiology, effects of passive heating on neuromuscular Function, High-Density sEMG, and recovery management.

 

🌐 Professional Profile

Educations📚📚📚

He obtained his PhD in Exercise Science from Queensland University of Technology (QUT) in 2021, under the supervision of Dr. Geoffrey Minett, Dr. Gabriel Trajano, and Dr. Lee Wharton. His doctoral research focused on thermoregulatory and neuromuscular responses to passive heating in 42°C hot-water immersion. Prior to this, he earned a Master’s Degree by Research in Physical Education with a specialization in Exercise Physiology from the Federal University of Paraná (UFPR) in 2012, where he studied the time course of changes in indirect markers of muscle damage, neuromuscular parameters, and heart rate variability following a 130-km cycling race, under the guidance of Dr. Raul Osiecki. Additionally, he completed a specialization in Exercise Physiology applied in Health at Uniguaçu University in 2009, researching the acute effect of three different warm-up protocols on maximal strength, again supervised by Dr. Raul Osiecki. He also holds a degree in Physical Education from Uniguaçu University, obtained in 2007, where his honours study, supervised by Dr. Fabiano de Macedo Salgueirosa, examined the effect of maximal isometric force following a passive stretching session.

 

Research and Competitive Grant Experience

He has been the recipient of several prestigious awards and scholarships. In 2021, he was awarded $51,373 from the Diabetes Australia Research Trust (League-FIT) and $33,000 from the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (New Colombo Plan). Additionally, he received a Write-Up Scholarship (WUS) from Queensland University of Technology, amounting to $4,312. In 2019, he was granted $36,500 by the Department of Education, Skills and Employment through the Endeavour Leadership Program. Furthermore, in 2017, he was honored with an International Postgraduate Research Scholarship.

Awards

He has received several notable awards throughout his academic career. In 2022, he earned the Executive Dean’s Commendation for Outstanding Doctoral Thesis from the Faculty of Health at Queensland University of Technology (QUT). In 2020, he was part of a team that won the Innovation in Curriculum Design and Pedagogy award from the Faculty of Education at QUT. Additionally, in 2019, he secured third place in the 3-Minute Thesis Contest at the Sport and Clinical Exercise Symposium hosted by the School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences (SENS) at QUT.

Professional Experience

He has accumulated a diverse range of professional experience. From May 2023 to June 2024, he served as a University Assistant – Postdoc at the Medical University of Innsbruck, working within the Departments of Physiology and Sports Science. His primary research projects included investigating the effects of a 6-week heat acclimation intervention on exercise performance in acute hypoxia, where he acted as the principal investigator, and examining the physiological responses to different training intensities during incremental exercise as an associate investigator. Prior to this, he held a sessional academic contract at Queensland University of Technology (QUT) from 2018 to 2023, where he taught in programs related to Sport and Exercise Science, Clinical Exercise Physiology, and Health and Physical Education. He also served as a permanent lecturer in Exercise Science and Physical Education at Itajaí Valley University – UNIVALI in Brazil from February 2015 to January 2018 and as a visiting lecturer at Iguaçu Valley University Centre – UNIGUAÇU from 2010 to 2017.

 

📝🔬Publications📝🔬

1. Rodrigues, P., Orssatto, L., Hecksteden, A., Trajano, G. S., Minett, G. M. (2024). One size does not fit all:
Methodological considerations and solutions for intramuscular temperature assessment depths. Journal of
Thermal Biology.
2. Rodrigues, P., Orssatto, L., Gagnon, D., Dahhak, A., Hecksteden, A., Stewart, I. B., Minett, G. M. (2024). Passive
heat therapy: A promising preventive measure for people at risk of adverse health outcomes during heat
extremes. Journal of Applied Physiology. https://doi.org/10.1152/japplphysiol.00701.2023
3. Rodrigues, P., Trajano, G. S., Wharton, L., Orssatto, L., Minett, G. M. (2023). Hot-water immersion at 42 ºC
improves muscle contractile function and reduces motor unit discharge rate. Scandinavian Journal of Medicine &
Science in Sports. https://doi.org/10.1111/sms.14312
4. Orssatto, L. B. R., Rodrigues, P., Phillips, K. M., Blazevich, A. J., Borg, D. N., Souza, T. R., Sakugawa, R. L., Shield, A.
J., Trajano, G. S. (2023). Intrisic motor neurone excitability is increased after resistance training in older adults.
Journal of Neurophysiology. https://doi.org/10.1152/jn.00462.2022
5. Rodrigues, P., Trajano, G. S., Stewart, I., Minett, G. M. (2022). Potential role of passively increased muscle
temperature on contractile function. European Journal of Applied Physiology. 1-10.
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00421-022-04991-7
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6. Rodrigues, P., Trajano, G. S., Wharton, L., Orssatto, L., Minett, G. M. (2021). An acute increase in muscle
temperature by hot-water immersion enhances rapid force production and neuromuscular function in healthy
adults. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsams.2021.01.003
7. Silva, J. K. F., Sotomaior, B. B., Carneiro, C. F., Rodrigues, P., Wharton, L., Osiecki, R. (2021). Anaerobic threshold
(Dmax method) prediction by the rate of perceived exertion in young competitive male swimmers. Perceptual and
Motor Skills. https://doi.org/10.1177/00315125211005227
8. Rodrigues, P., Trajano, G. S., Wharton, L., Minett, G. M. (2020). Muscle temperature and thermoregulatory
responses to 42 °C hot-water immersion in healthy males and females. European Journal of Applied Physiology. 1-
14. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00421-020-04482-7
9. Rodrigues, P., Trajano, G. S., Wharton, L., Minett, G. M. (2020). Effects of passive heating on muscle hypertrophy
and neuromuscular function: A systematic review with meta-analysis. Journal of Thermal Biology. 102684.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jtherbio.2020.102684
10. Rodrigues, P., Gabellone Hernandez, S., de Macedo Salgueirosa, F., Oliveira, E., Whaton, L. & Osiecki, R. (2020).
Acute effect of three different warm-up protocols on maximal isokinetic strength in young men. Revista Andaluza
de Medicina del Desporte, 13(1): 5-9. DOI:10.33155/j.ramd.2018.02.007
11. Rodrigues, P., Correia, M. A., Whaton, L. (2019). Effect of menstrual cycle on muscle strength. Journal of Exercise
Physiology Online, 22(5), 89-97.
12. Pianezzer, L., Rodrigues, P. (2019). Comparison of morphological and cardiovascular indices among strength
training, aerobic training and competitive training. RBPFEX-Revista Brasileira de Prescrição e Fisiologia do
Exercício, 13(86), 995-1003. (paper in Portuguese)
13. Oliveira, E. C., Rodrigues, P., Salgueirosa, F. M., Seniski, G. G., Wharton, L., & Osiecki, R. (2018). Effect of ACTN3
R577X genotypes on muscle strength and power in Brazilian mixed martial arts athletes. Journal of Exercise
Physiology Online, 21(2), 202-213.
14. Rodrigues, P., de Macedo Salgueirosa, F. (2018). Effect of an active static stretching session on maximal handgrip
muscular strength production. Educacao Fisica em Revista, 12(1): 1-6.
15. Rodrigues, P., Wassmansdorf, R., Gabellone Hernandez, S., de Macedo Salgueirosa, F., Bonfim Gomes, E., Oliveira,
E., Whaton, L. & Osiecki, R. (2017). Time-course of neuromuscular parameters, muscle soreness and sympathovagal balance following a 130-km cycling race. Revista Portuguesa de Ciências do Desporto, (1).
DOI:10.5628/RPCD.17.01.13
16. de Macedo Salgueirosa, F., Rodrigues, P., Seniski, G. G., Wharton, L., & Osiecki, R. (2017). ACTN3 R577X and ACE
I/D Genotype Frequencies of Professional Soccer Players in Brazil. Journal of Exercise Physiology Online, 20(6),
129-139.
17. Rodrigues, P., Hernandez, S. G., de Macedo Salgueirosa, F., Novack, L. F., Wassmansdorf, R., Wharton, L., &
Osiecki, R. (2017). The influence of two static stretching protocols with different intensities on concentric knee
extension strength. Isokinetics and Exercise Science, 25(1), 41-46.DOI:10.3233/IES-160643
18. Rodrigues, P., Wassmansdorf, R., Salgueirosa, F. M., Hernandez, S. G., Nascimento, V. B., Daros, L. B., Wharton, L.,
& Osiecki, R. (2016). Time-course of changes in indirect markers of muscle damage responses following a 130-km
cycling race. Revista Brasileira de Cineantropometria & Desempenho Humano, 18(3), 322-331. DOI:10.5007/1980-
0037.2016v18n3p322
19. Novack, L. F., Carignano, L. F. B., Rodrigues, P., Salgueirosa, F. (2011). Comparison of the percentage of body fat
between bioelectrical impedance methods – tetrapolar vs bipolar. The FIEP Bulletin, 81(1) 286 – 288. (paper in
Portuguese)
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Abstracts published in annals of congress (summary)
1. Rodrigues, P.; Orssatto, L.; Trajano, G.; Minnet, G. The effects of increased muscle vs. core temperature on
neuromuscular function after a hot-water immersion session. Oral presentation. European College of Sport
Science, ECSS 2023.
2. Blazevich, A.; Mackay, K.; Orssatto, L.; Rodrigues, P.; Rosa, T.; Shield, A.; Trajano, G. Increased functional capacity,
power, and maximal strength following short-term power and plyometric training in older adults. Journal of
Science and Medicine in Sport. 2021. v.24. p. s26
3. Rodrigues, P.; Minnet, G.; Trajano, G. S.; Wharton, L. Muscle temperature kinetics and thermoregulatory
responses to 42 °C hot-water immersion in healthy males and females. ESSA Sports Science Twitter Conference
2020.
4. Minnet, G.; Rodrigues, P.; Trajano, G. S.; Wharton, L. Effects of passive heating intervention on muscle
hypertrophy and neuromuscular function: A preliminary Systematic Review with Meta-analysis. ESSA Sports
Science Twitter Conference 2020.
5. Rodrigues, P.; Hernandez, S. G.; Salgueirosa, F. M.; Novack, L. F.; Borges, P. T.; Wassmansdorf, R.; Oliveira, E.;
Osiecki, R. Maximal voluntary contraction response after three different types of warm-up. (Abstract in
Portuguese).
In: 22° Congresso Brasileiro de Medicina do Esporte, 2010, Curitiba.
Revista Brasileira de Medicina do Esporte. 2010. v.16. p.13.
6. Rodrigues, P.; Hernandez, S. G.; Salgueirosa, F. M.; Novack, L. F.; Borges, P. T.; Wassmansdorf, R.; Oliveira, E.;
Osiecki, R. The influence of two static stretching protocols with different intensities on concentric knee extension
strength. (Abstract in Portuguese).
In: 33° Simpósio Internacional de Ciências do Esporte, 2010, São Paulo.
Revista Brasileira de Ciência e Movimento. 2010. p.96
7. Rodrigues, P.; Salgueirosa, F. M. The effect of stretching on maximal force production. (Abstract in Portuguese).
In: Celafiscs, 2008, São Paulo. XXXI Simpósio Internacional de Ciências do Esporte. 2008.

Haifang Wang – Evidence-based medicine – Excellence in Academic Research Award

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Haifang Wang – Evidence-based medicine – Best Researcher Award

Dr. Haifang Wang  distinguished academic and researcher in the field Evidence based Medicine.

🌐 Professional Profile

Educations📚📚📚

He completed his Bachelor of Nursing Science at Changzhi Medical College from September 2005 to June 2010, followed by his Master of Nursing Science at Shanxi Medical University from September 2010 to June 2013. During his studies, he undertook courses such as Medical Statistics, Emergency and Critical Care Medicine, Clinical Epidemiology, Introduction to Clinical Medicine, Clinical Psychology, Theories and Methods of Health Education, Comprehensive Nursing, and Modern Nursing Development.

 Experience:

Since July 2007, he has been actively involved in gaining practical experience and advancing his career in the field of nursing. His journey began with a rotation internship at No.1 Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, which provided foundational exposure to various clinical practices until May 2008. Subsequently, he pursued specialized training with an ICU internship at No.1 Hospital of Shanxi Medical University from July to October 2011, honing his skills in critical care environments. His career path then led him to engage in clinical research at No.2 Hospital of Shanxi Medical University from January 2012 to December 2012, broadening his expertise in research methodologies. Since July 2013, he has been dedicated to educating future nurses at Linfen Vocational and Technical College, imparting both practical knowledge and theoretical foundations in Nursing Science.

Projects hosted and participated

He has been actively involved in various research projects since 2012, including presiding over initiatives such as the Nursing Fund Project at the Second Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, which focused on preventing pulmonary infections in lupus erythematosus patients using different gargles. His research continued with projects like the feasibility study of ultrasonic nebulized potassium chloride inhalation for hypokalemia conducted by the Shanxi Provincial Department of Health in 2013. In subsequent years, he participated in projects addressing the quality of life and self-management of patients with myasthenia gravis, occupational exposure of medical staff to body fluid splashing, and the application of technology in nursing education. His leadership was evident in 2019 when he presided over a college-level project investigating the concept map teaching method’s impact on vocational nursing students’ autonomous learning abilities and participated in key projects focusing on internet-based nursing service quality evaluations and educational science planning in Shanxi Province.

Textbook compilation

He has contributed significantly to the development of nursing education through various textbook publications and educational materials. His work includes co-authoring “Basic Nursing Technique” published by People’s Medical Publishing House, a textbook aligned with China’s 13th Five-Year Plan. Additionally, he has collaborated on “Community Nursing Science,” a digital integration teaching material for higher vocational colleges published by Huazhong University of Science and Technology Press. His expertise also extends to “Surgical Nursing Science,” where he contributed to school-based teaching materials published by Jiangsu University Press, emphasizing practical skills and theoretical knowledge essential for nursing students’ training and professional development.

Academic conference

06.11-09.11.2020 China Nursing Research Summit Forum
(Xiamen)
16.11-18.11.2018 Tianjin – China Nursing Management
Conference
16.11-18.11.2018 The national training course for teachers to
improve the practical ability of nursing major in vocational
colleges

📝🔬Publications📝🔬

  • “Analysis on the status quo of knowledge, belief and practice of
    occupational exposure protection for body fluid splashing in ENT
    medical staff”, “Modern Nursing”, 2019
  • “Motivational Interview: The Effect of Health Education on the
    Self-care Ability of Patients with Gestational Diabetes”, “Public
    Medical Forum Magazine”, 2019
  • “Literature Review and Analysis of Factors Affecting Compliance
    of Self-Glucose Monitoring in Chinese Type 2 Diabetes”,
    “Proceeding of Clinical Medicine” ,2016
  • “Clinical study of different gargles in preventing oral and lung
    infections in patients with lupus erythematosus during active
    period”, “Journal of Nursing Science”, 2013
  • “Oral-related factors and nursing research progress in systemic
    lupus erythematosus complicated with lung infection”, “Journal
    of Nursing Science”, 2013
  • “The practice of strengthening basic nursing in the development
    of high-quality nursing service in ICU”, “China Medicine and
    Pharmacy”, 2012