Mahboubeh Manouchehrabadi is a PhD student in neuroscience at the Tehran University of Medical Sciences. Her main research interests include neuroscience, developmental biology, and behavioral studies, and she is a qualified researcher, has research (in vitro and in vivo) and teaching experience in the higher education sector, and holds extensive research on Parkinson's Disease.

Kerryn Burgoyne was diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome at the age of 30, back in 1998, a time when very little was known about the condition, especially throughout the 70s, 80s, and even much of the 90s. Understanding and navigating “the world” proved to be both significant and deeply challenging for Kerryn. Between 2005 and 2013, Kerryn undertook a personal life journey to move beyond the immature patterns of the past. This transformative period shaped Kerryn into the determined, strong-headed, and resilient individual she is today. During this time, Kerryn also wrote and developed six self-help life course books under her business brand—many of which, especially the autism-focused ones, gained remarkable popularity. These resources have supported countless individuals and families across the globe. Today, Kerryn Burgoyne is a renowned international keynote speaker on autism, regularly invited to major conferences around the world. Her voice brings authenticity, education, and hope to the global autism community. Kerryn is now preparing to launch her book collection on prominent autism platforms in both the USA and Australia, continuing her mission to inspire and empower others living on the autism spectrum.

Dr Neong Shuet Ching is a recognised Physician Administrator by the Ministry of Health Malaysia, the Australasian College of Health Services Management, and an International Fellow of the Faculty of Medical Leadership and Management, UK. She is also a Fellow of the Royal Society of Public Health, UK, an Associate Fellow of the Australasian College of Health Services Management, an International Practitioner of the UK Faculty of Public Health, and a member of the Institute of Health and Social Care Management. Additionally, she is an Associate Member of the Malaysian Public Health Physicians Society, a life member of the Malaysian Society of Doctors in Health Management Services, and a life member of the Malaysian Medical Association (MMA). Dr Neong is passionate and experienced in health management and has published multiple international publications, especially on emotional intelligence, health management, and public health in international indexed, peer-reviewed journals. She has presented both oral and poster presentations in the fields of health management and health promotion. She is also the co-author of the international book “Emotional Intelligence and Its Association with Working Environmental Factors and Spiritual Intelligence Among Doctors.” She holds an MBBS from King's College London, University of London; a Master’s in Health Research from the National University of Ireland; a Master’s in Health Management from the University of New South Wales; and a PhD in Community Health (Health Management) from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), where she achieved an Excellent Thesis and graduated on time (GOT). With 18 years of experience working as a doctor in both London and Penang, Dr Neong has been carving a niche in public health, particularly in health management. She remains passionate about her field and is committed to continuing her journey in public health. In her leisure time, Dr Neong is a regular contributor on Medium.com, enjoys creative work on her iPad, and stays active on social media. She deeply values time spent with her nieces, nephews, and her brother’s family. For her, true richness lies not in material wealth but in the meaningful relationships nurtured throughout life.

Experienced neurologist with over 10 years of comprehensive expertise in diagnosing and treating neurological conditions in adults. I bring strong interpersonal abilities, fostering meaningful connections with patients, families, and peers. I hold board certification and a valid medical license in Germany. Full registered and licensed in the United Kingdom, Turkey and UAE. Since January 1, 2021, I have been working as a dedicated consultant neurologist. The focal points of my tasks include supervising the further and advanced training of resident doctors in my department and providing consultative activities for the in-house and outhouse clinics. In terms of my clinical activities, I am mainly responsible for the Stroke Unit, early rehabilitation wards, including the intermediate and intensive care units. Another part of my main tasks includes supervising patient admissions, conducting regular specialist rounds, moderating weekly team meetings, and engaging in discussions with the relatives of our patients. I possess extensive experience in performing, evaluating, and supervising a wide array of neurological diagnostic procedures, including cerebrospinal fluid puncture, duplex sonography, ENG, EMG, EEG, MEP, SEP, VEP, and AEP. I am committed to staying current with medical knowledge by continuous reviewing the new guidelines and attending relevant conferences. I am eager to continue applying my skills and knowledge to a consulting neurologist role in the UAE.

Rogers Namwiyiri is a leading psychologist at C-Care International Hospital Kampala and PhD candidate at Makerere University Kampala. With over 10 years of experience in providing psychotherapy and psychosocial support to patients, I have worked extensively on initiatives to combat stigma and improve access to mental health resources by Ugandans and also providing free counseling services to financially incapacitated patients. Mr. Rogers Namwiyiri has published numerous studies in psychology, all can be seen on Google scholar. His current research focuses on reducing drug abuse in schools and social media addiction.

Kalayu Mebrahtu Kiros, MSc, is a Lecturer and Head of the Department of Psychiatry at Mekelle University and MHPSS Project Coordinator at HAQI Foundation in Ethiopia. With academic training in psychiatry and community mental health, he has over seven years of experience in clinical practice, program coordination, trauma-informed care and capacity building across post-conflict and humanitarian settings. He has delivered dozens of trainings on MHPSS, GBV, and trauma recovery to diverse professionals across Ethiopia and actively provides outpatient psychiatric care and academic supervision. Kalayu is a published author in the areas of depression, epilepsy, and mental distress, and he serves as a peer reviewer for leading journals, including BMC Psychiatry, Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology, Annals of Medicine and Surgery and Asian Journal of Education and Social Studies. Kalayu’s contributions span across academia, field-based programming, and scientific publishing, making him a strong advocate for integrated mental health services and research in resource-limited and crisis-affected settings.