Mohsen Rasoulivalajoozi- Graph Partitioning – Best Researcher Award

Mohsen Rasoulivalajoozi- Graph Partitioning – Best Researcher Award

Dr. Mohsen Rasoulivalajoozi  distinguished academic and researcher in the field Graph Partitioning. He is interested in projects contributing to well-being (e.g., technology-enabled interventions for destigmatizing assistive products), improving spatial experiences in hospitals, and developing tools and methods for researching behavioral factors in the contexts of Medical Design, healthcare, and everyday life.

Mohsen has served as a reviewer for several journals (e.g., Cogent Medicine, Cogent Education, Cogent Psychology, and Cogent Social Science) and conferences (e.g., IEEE ISTAS21 Conference). He has experience working with designers, and educational practitioners and collaborated with researchers in Canada, Europe, and Iran.

🌐 Professional Profiles

Educations📚📚📚

Mohsen Rasoulivalajoozi is currently a doctoral researcher working on Health Design Thinking for medical and assistive products at the Department of Individualized Program (INDI), Concordia University, Canada. Mohsen received his bachelor’s degree in Visual Communication from the Art University of Tehran, Iran, in 2010. He received a master’s degree in Industrial Design from the University of Tehran (UT) in 2013. He worked as a lecturer at Art University and the University of Tehran between 2014 and 2017. Also, He collaborated as an Editor (In the area of Ergonomics) with Cambridge Scholar Publishing- Oxford-the UK (2016-2020). From 2019 to 2021, he collaborated with the industrial design department at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), the Netherlands. In 2020, Mohsen was granted the Excellence Doctoral Fellowship Award from Concordia University.

Conference publications

He has contributed significantly to the field of technology and management through his conference publications. In 2020, Kheyrkhahan and Rasoulivalajoozi presented their research on the development of Smart Glasses Frame (SGF) tailored for the visually impaired, focusing particularly on environment perception and depth detection. This was showcased at the International Conference on Emerging in Engineering, Science, and Technology in Istanbul, Turkey. Additionally, in 2019, Rasoulivalajoozi, along with Zangi and Razavi, investigated the impact of visual elements on consumer behavior across different age demographics, with a specific case study conducted in Iran. Their findings were shared at the 6th International Conference on Research in Management, Economics, and Development held in Tbilisi, Georgia. These publications demonstrate his commitment to advancing knowledge and addressing practical challenges in various domains

ORAL COMMUNICATION & WORKSHOP PRESENTATION

He has been actively engaged in sharing his expertise and research insights across various platforms and institutions. In April 2023, Rasoulivalajoozi presented his study titled “Unintended Behaviors in Using Mobility Aids” at the 4th Space, INDI Research Day hosted by Concordia University. Earlier in February 2023, he discussed “The role of research methodology in medical design” at Bu-Ali Sina University, Faculty of Design, emphasizing the significance of methodological approaches in the field. His contributions extend to the domain of healthcare system design, as evidenced by his presentation on “Design Principles for Health Care System and Service” at Concordia University in October 2020. Furthermore, he has been involved in enhancing sports equipment and devices through optimization and new product development, as demonstrated by his talk at the University of Tehran (UT), Faculty of Physical Education & Sport Science in February 2016. Rasoulivalajoozi’s commitment to knowledge dissemination is evident from his earlier engagements such as his presentation on “The Research Methods for Medicine Sports Products” at UT in February 2015 and his efforts in preparing students for the National Olympiad Examination. These endeavors highlight his multidisciplinary approach and dedication to advancing research and education in various fields.

RESEARCH PROJECT PARTICIPATION

He has actively participated in several research projects, contributing his expertise and insights to various fields. Currently, he is engaged as a Research Assistant in a project titled “Public Practice Art Therapy: COVID Response,” led by Janis Timm-Bottos and sponsored by Fond de recherche du Quebec, since January 2023. Additionally, he is involved in another project led by Janis Timm-Bottos, focusing on the “Relevance, Originality, Added Value, and Feasibility of the Living Lab Approach,” also sponsored by Fond de recherche du Quebec, from January 2023 onwards.

His earlier research endeavors include collaborative projects such as the design of a Chest Muscle Rehabilitation Instrument aimed at enhancing user performance, conducted at the University of Tehran’s Faculty of Industrial Design from February 2012 to September 2013. Furthermore, he contributed to the development of a Body Design for an Infusion Pump targeting the rehabilitation of chest muscles, in collaboration with Razavi and Faraji at the University of Tehran from February 2012 to September 2012. Prior to that, he was involved in designing a device to prevent driver’s awareness lapses at Amir Kabir University of Technology from November 2011 to March 2012. These projects underscore his dedication to research and innovation across diverse domains, showcasing his multidisciplinary approach and commitment to addressing practical challenges.

MEMBERSHIPS

He has been actively engaged in various professional memberships and roles, showcasing his commitment to advancing research and innovation across multiple domains. Currently, he is a scientific member of the International Behavioural Trials Network (IBTN)-Summer School, led by Simon L. Bacon in Montreal, Canada, from November 2023 to June 2024. Additionally, he serves as a Program Committee Member for the IEEE International Symposium on Technology and Society (ISTAS) in 2021, allowing him to review numerous papers in the medical design field and health technologies with a focus on ethics and sociology.

He is also affiliated with the IDEAS BE Research Lab at Concordia University in Canada, supervised by Dr. Carmela Cucuzzella, since 2021. Furthermore, he has contributed as a Guest Researcher and Designer at the Industrial Design Lab at Eindhoven University of Technology, collaborating with experts in the Netherlands from March 2019 to September 2020. His editorial involvement includes serving as an Editorial Advisor at Cambridge Scholar Publishing in the United Kingdom, focusing on Ergonomics Books from March 2018 to December 2020.

Moreover, he has held positions as a Co-Reviewer for various academic journals, including Cogent Social Sciences, Cogent Medicine, and Cogent Psychology, contributing his expertise to scholarly peer review processes. He was also a member of the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) from 2013 until 2019, emphasizing his active participation in professional communities. Additionally, he served as an Editorial Advisor for Recent Patents on Food, Nutrition & Agriculture from April 2018 to 2019, contributing to advancements in agricultural sciences. These diverse memberships and roles underscore his dedication to interdisciplinary collaboration and scholarly contributions across multiple fields.

AWARDS AND HONORS 

He has received several notable awards and honors throughout his academic and professional career, highlighting his exceptional achievements and contributions. In 2015, he was honored as an Annual Selected visiting lecturer at the University of Pars Architecture and Art, recognizing his expertise and influence in the field. His dedication to academic excellence was further recognized in 2013 when he received the Best Master’s Degree Thesis award from the Department of Industrial Design at the University of Tehran in Iran, underscoring his significant scholarly contributions.

His outstanding performance in academic examinations is evidenced by his impressive rankings. In 2005, he achieved a remarkable feat by securing the 194th position out of 119,000 participants in the National Entrance Exam for B.A. degree in Iran, demonstrating his academic prowess and dedication to excellence. Additionally, his innovative work has been acknowledged internationally, as evidenced by his recognition as a Semi-finalist in the IF World Competition in 2014. The project titled “Design of an IFO (Interactive Foot Orthosis)” emerged from his master’s thesis project, reflecting his ability to merge academic rigor with practical innovation.

Moreover, he has excelled in national competitions, further solidifying his reputation as a top talent in his field. In 2010, he ranked 4th among all Iranian industrial design students in the National Competition of Olympiad in Industrial Design Discipline, showcasing his creativity and proficiency. Similarly, in the same year, he secured the 7th position out of 14,000 participants in the National Entrance Exam for MA degree in Iran, reaffirming his academic excellence and aptitude. These accolades collectively highlight his remarkable achievements and underscore his status as a distinguished scholar and innovator in the field of industrial design.

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Nabeel Mohammed Saad Kaawash – Physics – Best Researcher Award

Mr. Nabeel Mohammed Saad Kaawash  distinguished academic and researcher in the field  Physics.  A highly motivated researcher, he exhibits a deep commitment to work, characterized by dedication and diligence. Additionally, he has sufficient experience in utilizing computer systems, particularly Microsoft Office programs. Excelling in performing assigned tasks with full dedication and sincerity, he has a strong background in creating nanostructures, specifically in the realm of metal oxides with a primary focus on two-dimensional configurations such as thin films, heterostructures, and compounds. He has gained significant expertise in analyzing characterization techniques and investigating optical properties. Possessing a considerable breadth of knowledge and expertise in photodetector applications, as evidenced by his extensive research and several scholarly publications, he also shows interest in conducting research on pressure sensors. He served as a co-guide for a master’s student project at the Faculty of Physical Sciences/S.R.T.M.U. Nanded for two consecutive academic years (2021-2022 and 2022-2023). He has the ability to carry out other work as determined by the institution itself and has published more than 15 research papers as a lead author and co-author in reputed international journals recorded in ISI-indexed journals.

 

🌐 Professional Profiles

Educations📚📚📚

He is currently pursuing his Ph.D. at Swami Ramanand Teerth Marathwada University, Nanded, under the guidance of Dr. Kashinath A. Bogle. The focus of his research is on “Synthesis of 2D Metal Oxide Nanostructures: Optical and Optoelectronic Properties for Photodetector Device Application.”  Prior to his Ph.D., he completed his M.Sc. in Physics with an impressive CGPA of 8.71 and received an “A++” grade from Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, Aurangabad, India. During his master’s program, he worked in the Department of Physics under the guidance of Dr. Prabhakar Undre. His project title was “To study the availability of quartz in the soil using FTIR techniques by conducting different samples.”  He obtained his Bachelor’s degree in Physics from the Faculty of Education at Arhab, Sana’a University, Yemen, in 2012, achieving a CGPA of 75.68 and an “A” grade. During this time, he worked in the Department of Physics at Sana’a University.

Certifications

  1. He was awarded a Bachelor’s degree certificate from the Faculty of Education at Arhab, Sana’a University in 2012.
  2. He successfully completed an Application Programs Diploma with a remarkable rate of 92.6% from Wamy for Training & Consultation in 2013.
  3. He earned a certificate for passing his M.Sc. in Physics with an excellent grade of A++ from the Department of Physics at BAMU Aurangabad, India.
  4. He received a certificate for presenting a paper titled “Fabrication of Near Ultraviolet Photodetector using it-Fe2O3 Thin Film Synthesized via Spray Coating Technique” at the ICCTPP-2022 organized by the School of Physics, Dr. Vishwanath Karad MIT World Peace University, Pune, Maharashtra, India, held online from June 9 to 11, 2022.
  5. He participated and presented a paper titled “Analysis of Current-Voltage Curves of ZnO Thin Films under Dark and Optical Stimulus” in the 2nd International Conference on Multifunctional Materials held at Geethanjali College of Engineering and Technology, Keesara, Telangana, India, in December 22-24, 2022.
  6. He holds a certificate acknowledging his involvement in co-supervising two postgraduate (M.Sc.) students during his Ph.D. research tenure at the School of Physical Sciences, SRTMUN, from 2021.
  7. He attended a one-day Familiarization Workshop on “Facilities available at RUSA-Centre for Advanced Sensor Technology for Material Synthesis, Characterization and Device Fabrication” organized by RUSA-Centre for Advanced Sensor Technology, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, Aurangabad, on September 15, 2017.
  8. He participated in a one-day Intellectual Properties Right (IPR) Workshop on “Patents – Why, What, Where, How? And Filing Indian Patents” organized by RUSA Centre for Advanced Sensor Technology, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, Aurangabad, on September 29, 2017.
  9. He successfully completed an AICTE Sponsored Six days STTP on “Developing Research and Development Culture in Industry Institute Interaction Oriented Modern Teaching Learning and Project Based Learning” organized by the Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering from September 14 to 19, 2020.
  10. He participated in a National level Online Quiz on “Covid-19 Awareness Championship Quiz“ conducted by the Department of Mathematics, Sree Sevugan Annamalai College, Devakottai during the period of Covid-19 outbreak on June 12, 2020.
  11. He participated in the enduring material titled “Lessons Learned from Around the World” on April 15, 2020, organized by Harvard Medical School and accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME®).

PARTICIPATION IN NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCES / WORKSHOP

  • He served as an organizing committee member for the Advancements in Renewable Energy (ICARE-2022) conference held at the School of Physical Sciences, SRTMU Nanded, from January 11 to 13, 2022. Additionally, he attended the International Conference on Current Trends in Physics and Photonics (ICCTPP-2022) organized by the School of Physics, MIT-WPU Pune, from June 9 to 11, 2022.Furthermore, he presented and attended the International Conference on Multifunctional Materials (ICMM-2022) held at Geethanjali College of Engineering and Technology, Hyderabad, Telangana, India, from December 22 to 24, 2022. He also participated in the International Conference on Advances in Renewable Energy (ICARE-2023) organized by the School of Physical Science, SRTMU Nanded, in collaboration with the Society for Materials Chemistry, BARC, Mumbai, from January 11 to 13, 2023.Moreover, he participated in workshops such as the one on “Facilities available at RUSA-Center for Advanced Sensor Technology for Material Synthesis, Characterization and Device Fabrication” organized by RUSA-Center for Advanced Sensor Technology, Dr. BAMU, Aurangabad, in September 2017. He also attended the International Symposium for Foreign Students on Research Methodology, Publication Ethics, and Computer Application in Research organized by SRTMU, Nanded, from June 23 to 25, 2022.Additionally, he took part in a three-day workshop on writing scientific papers and analyzing data using SPSS and LATEX, held in collaboration with the Yemeni Student Union – India from December 5 to 7, 2019.

TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE

With expertise in spray pyrolysis and spin coating systems, I specialize in the growth of metal oxide/sulfide thin films and nanostructures. My experience extends to synthesis and characterization of these materials, particularly for photo-detector applications. I have developed innovative approaches for fabricating photo-detectors, leveraging my expertise in operating advanced equipment such as the X-ray Diffractometer (RIGAKU Mini Flex-II), UV-VISIR Spectrophotometer (Shimadzu), and SEM for thorough analysis. Additionally, I am proficient in utilizing Raman spectroscopy, Photoluminescence spectra (PL), and Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) for comprehensive characterization and analysis of materials.

Objective

He aims to work in the simplest way possible, leveraging available means, while striving for excellence in every aspect of his life and work. With expertise in materials science and nanotechnology, his objective is to develop innovative photodetector technologies that push the boundaries of performance. His goals include designing and synthesizing novel thin films, heterostructures, and compounds with exceptional properties, aiming to contribute to breakthroughs in electronic devices and scientific advancements. Committed to serving his affiliated institution with utmost attention and sincerity, he aims to effectively communicate his educational background to students using simplified methods. He seeks to inspire and educate the next generation of scholars by delivering engaging courses, fostering critical thinking, and providing guidance to students in their academic and professional endeavors. Ultimately, he aspires to make meaningful contributions to the scientific community while contributing to the effective administration and growth of educational programs.

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Asad Muhammad Iqbal – Physics – Best Researcher Award

Prof  Dr. Asad Muhammad Iqbal a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of Physics. Dr. Asad Muhammad Iqbal, born on November 12, 1989, currently serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Basic Sciences and Humanities at the College of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, National University of Sciences and Technology. Specializing in the field of Materials Science, he obtained his PhD from Quaid-i-Azam University in Islamabad, completing his doctoral studies on February 17, 2020. With a dedicated focus on advancing knowledge in materials science, Dr. Iqbal contributes significantly to the academic community, bringing expertise and research prowess to his role as an Assistant Professor.

Professional Profiles:

Foreign Research Experience

Worked for 6 months as research scholar through IRSIP scholarship in
1- Department of Physics and Astronomy, University of Delaware, USA.
2- Department of Material Science and Engineering, University of Delaware, USA.

Research Experience

1- Analyzed the effect Intercalation of C60 into MXene Layers to improve the Electrochemical Properties
of Electrode Materials for High-Performance Supercapacitor Applications.
2- Analyzed chemical and physical properties of MXene-CNT-C60 Composite Electrodes for Enhanced
Electrochemical Performance for High-Performance Supercapacitors.
3- Studied the energy storage potential of MXene-Based 2D materials and the role of alkali treatment in
improving the properties of Ti3C2Tx MXene.
4- Analyzed the luminescence activity by interfacial engineering via surface treatment of TiO2
nanorods in the core/shell/mixed halide CH3NH3PbI3-xClx perovskite heterostructures.
5- Studied the effect of temperature on structural phase transition and photoluminescence in Organicinorganic hybrid CH3NH3PbI3-xClx perovskite.
6- Studied structural, electronic and optical properties of BaTiO3-CoFe2O4 nanocomposites for
optoelectronic devices.
7- Analyzed the role of oxygen vacancies in the variation of dielectric and magnetic properties of EuTiO3
substituted with Fe.
8- Studied the detailed electrical response of EuTiO3 and identified the conduction mechanisms associated
with Ti3+ and oxygen vacancy defects.
9- Studied the relaxation dynamics and polydispersivity associated with defects and ferroelectric
correlations in Ba-doped EuTiO3.
10- Studied and identified the extrinsic contributions to the dielectric response in sintered BaTiO3
nanostructures in paraelectric and ferroelectric regimes.
11- Worked on Barium doped Strontium titanate and studied the dynamic response of various structural
phase transitions, especially in the phase boundary composition between ferroelectric and
antiferrodistortive phases.
12- Studied the effect of densification on ferroelectric and relaxor behavior of perovskite Ba0.4Sr0.6TiO3.
13- Studied the multiferroic properties of co-doped BiFeO3 with Lead and Lanthanum substituted on Asite, and Titanium substituted on B-site of the lattice.

Awards

Best poster presentation award (1st position) for the poster titled: “Study of Multiferroic Properties of Bi1-xyLaxPbyFe1-zTizO3 (x, y=0-0.20, z=0-0.15) Ceramics” presented in the Workshop on Contemporary Topics
in Nanomagnetism 2015 (National Center for Physics, Islamabad, Pakistan).

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