Saranya TS | Psychology | Women Researcher Award

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Women Researcher Award

Saranya TS — Vellore Institute of Technology, Chennai, India

Saranya TS
Affiliation Vellore Institute of Technology, Chennai
Country India
Scopus 58305227800
Documents 37
Citations 25
h-index 4
Subject Area Psychology
Event International Phenomenological Research Awards
ORCID 0000-0001-7240-4782

Saranya TS is a psychology academic, researcher and academic administrator affiliated with the Department of Psychology, School of Social Sciences, Vellore Institute of Technology, Chennai, India. Her work spans clinical psychology, neuropsychology, biopsychology, psychopharmacology, psychophysiology and technology-integrated behavioural research. This article presents her profile in the context of the Women Researcher Award, conferred under the International Phenomenological Research Awards. [1]

Abstract

This article documents the academic and research profile of Saranya TS, an Associate Professor of Psychology at Vellore Institute of Technology, Chennai. Her work combines clinical, social, cultural, organizational and neuropsychological perspectives with emerging tools such as electroencephalography (EEG), artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things (IoT) and digital health applications. According to Scopus, the profile lists 37 documents, 25 citations and an h-index of 4. [1] The article reviews her research themes, selected publications, scholarly impact and relevance to the Women Researcher Award.

Keywords

Clinical psychology; neuropsychology; EEG-based emotional modelling; neurofeedback; AI and mental health; indigenous mental health; gender and trauma; women’s mental health; workplace mental health; psychological assessment.

Introduction

Saranya TS holds a PhD from Pondicherry University, where her research examined parental care and mental health among Paniya tribal adolescents under Prof. Sibnath Deb. [2] She has held academic roles at VIT Chennai, Amity University Bengaluru, ASTI Academy Dubai and CMR University. [1]

Research Profile

Saranya TS’s research portfolio spans clinical, social, cultural, organizational and neuropsychological domains, linking psychology with neuroscience, AI, IoT and digital health. Key interests include EEG-based modelling, neurofeedback, indigenous mental health, gender and trauma, women’s health, workplace psychology and psychological assessment, supported by SPSS and research methodology skills.

Research Contributions

Saranya TS’s contributions include digital applications such as Reliefa-APP and Can-Calm, the FOMMI psychometric inventory, and several published patents. She has authored academic books in psychopharmacology and neuropsychology, led curriculum and Board of Studies work, and served as editor, reviewer and conference committee member. [1]

Publications

Saranya TS’s recent publications address EEG-based emotional modelling, neurofeedback, gender and trauma, tribal mental health and cultural concepts of distress, appearing in outlets such as Discover Mental Health, Nutrients and Frontiers in Psychology. Earlier work covers Paniya tribal adolescents, transgender health and resilience. [2] She has also co-authored work on digital-era education in India. [3]

Research Impact

The Scopus profile records 37 documents, 25 citations and an h-index of 4 under Author ID 58305227800. [1] Recent outputs appear in first-quartile journals, including Nutrients and Frontiers in Psychology. Impact is also reflected in mobile applications, psychological scales, patents and teaching materials. Metrics vary by database and should be verified against source profiles.

Award Suitability

Saranya TS is considered for the Women Researcher Award under the International Phenomenological Research Awards. Her sustained psychology research spans clinical, cultural and neuropsychological themes, with attention to women’s mental health and gender. [1] Interdisciplinary work with neuroscience, AI and digital health, alongside patents, books and supervision, further supports her suitability.

Conclusion

Saranya TS has built an academic profile that joins research, teaching, administration and applied technology development within psychology. Her work on culturally grounded mental health, EEG-based emotional modelling and digital psychological tools reflects a broad interdisciplinary orientation, and the profile is consistent with the scope of the Women Researcher Award. [1]

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Saranya TS, Author ID 58305227800. Scopus.https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=58305227800
  2. Deb, S. (2015). Child safety, welfare and well-being. In Child safety, welfare and well-being (pp. 10–978). Springer. https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-981-16-9820-0
  3. Gupta, S. K., & Saranya, T. S. (n.d.). Navigating the digital frontier: The unique challenges and opportunities of education in India. Pedagogy and Education Management Review, 4–24. https://doi.org/10.36690/2733-2039-2024-4-24

Hamad Alzahrani | Psychology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Hamad Alzahrani | Psychology | Best Researcher Award 

Consultant clinical psychology at King Fahad Medical City | Saudi Arabia

Dr. Hamad Alzahrani is a distinguished consultant in clinical psychology and neuropsychology at the National Neuroscience Institute, King Fahad Medical City, Riyadh, recognized for his expertise in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of complex neurological and psychiatric conditions such as epilepsy, traumatic brain injuries, Parkinson’s disease, dementia, multiple sclerosis, Dr. Hamad Alzahrani’s disease, and stroke, in addition to his work with pediatric cases involving ADHD and autism. He earned his Ph.D. in Clinical Neuropsychology from the University of Sheffield, where he also completed postdoctoral clinical training in neuropsychology and specialized in neuroimaging, cognitive rehabilitation, and differential diagnosis of neurological disorders. His professional experience includes leadership as head of the psychology section at King Fahad Medical City, director of clinical training programs, and adjunct teaching roles in neuropsychology and clinical psychology at Alfaisal University, as well as extensive supervision of interns and graduate students. His research interests focus on neuropsychiatric symptoms in neurological disorders, cognitive rehabilitation, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and the integration of telepsychology into healthcare systems. With publications in prestigious journals such as the Journal of Neurological Sciences, Journal of Parkinson’s Disease, and Ethics, Medicine and Public Health, he has achieved measurable impact with 168 citations by 167 documents, 4 published works, and an h-index of 4. Skilled in SPSS, neuropsychological testing, MRI and structural MRI analysis, and advanced behavioral assessment methods, he is also fluent in English and adept in applying culturally sensitive therapeutic approaches. His honors include multiple certificates of appreciation from academic, clinical, and national bodies for his contributions to clinical psychology practice, teaching, and research. As a chartered member of the British Psychological Society and British Neuropsychological Society, he continues to play influential roles in advancing clinical psychology at national and international levels, and his proven dedication to research excellence, patient care, and academic mentorship demonstrates his capacity to further expand his impact, making him a vital contributor to psychology and neuropsychology.

Profile: Scopus

Fuetured Publications:

  • Alzahrani, H., & Venneri, A. (2015). Cognitive and neuroanatomical correlates of neuropsychiatric symptoms in Parkinson’s disease: A systematic review. Journal of the Neurological Sciences, 356(1–2), 32–44.

  • Alzahrani, H., Antonini, A., & Venneri, A. (2016). Apathy in mild Parkinson’s disease: Neuropsychological and neuroimaging evidence. Journal of Parkinson’s Disease, 6(4), 821–832.

  • Alzahrani, H., & Venneri, A. (2018). Cognitive rehabilitation in Parkinson’s disease: A systematic review. Journal of Parkinson’s Disease, 8(3), 475–491.

  • Alqahtani, M., Alkhamees, H., Alkhalaf, A., Alarjan, S., Alzahrani, H., Alsaad, G., … & others. (2021). Toward establishing telepsychology guideline: Turning the challenges of COVID-19 into opportunity. Ethics, Medicine and Public Health, 17, 100635.