Fadi Sibai | Network | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Fadi Sibai | Network | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at Gulf University for Science and Technology, Kuwait

Dr. Fadi Sibai is an accomplished Associate Professor at Gulf University for Science and Technology (GUST) in Kuwait, with over 35 years of experience in electrical and computer engineering, AI, cybersecurity, and academic leadership. He holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Texas A&M University and has held senior roles in prestigious institutions like Intel, Saudi Aramco, and UAE University. Dr. Sibai’s interdisciplinary research focuses on AI, machine learning, cybersecurity, and digital design, with numerous publications, including over 78 journal articles and 10 books. He has received multiple prestigious awards, such as the IBM Faculty Award and nVIDIA Research Grant, and is recognized as a leading innovator in smart cities, healthcare, and AI ethics. His work has significantly impacted education, industry, and society, making him an ideal candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

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Educational Details

Dr. Sibai earned his Ph.D. and M.S. degrees in Electrical Engineering from Texas A&M University, specializing in computer engineering with minors in computer science and communications. His doctoral research focused on AI-based coprocessor architectures. He also received his B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, concentrating on computer science and engineering. His academic qualifications are bolstered by certifications such as PMP, CISSP, CQRM, and advanced studies at Stanford University.

Professional Experience

Dr. Sibai’s career spans academia, industry, and research leadership. He served as Dean of Engineering at Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University, Dean at American International University Kuwait, and Associate Dean at GUST, where he played a key role in curriculum development, program accreditation (ABET, NCAAA), and launching AI and cybersecurity programs. In the industry, he held senior positions at Intel Corporation and Saudi Aramco, overseeing impactful projects in HPC, network security, robotics, and IT/OT integration. He has also been a consultant, educator, and researcher at various global institutions, including Walden University, KFUPM, and UAE University.

Research Interests

Dr. Sibai's research is interdisciplinary, focusing on AI, machine learning, computer and embedded systems, high-performance computing, digital design, data science, robotics, and cybersecurity. His recent work includes AI for smart cities , AI ethics and regulation , ensemble learning models in healthcare , and network-on-chip architectures. He is also an expert in neural networks , fault-tolerant computing, and energy-aware systems, blending theoretical modeling with real-world applications.

Author Metrics

Dr. Sibai has authored or co-authored over 250 scholarly publications, including 78+ journal articles, 10 books/book chapters, and numerous conference papers . Many of these are indexed in Scopus and IEEE Xplore, with his work being cited nearly 1,000 times. He is a long-time member of editorial boards and technical committees for top journals and conferences.

Awards and Honors

Dr. Sibai’s career has been recognized with numerous prestigious awards, including the IBM Shared University Research Award , IBM Faculty Award, nVIDIA Research Grant, and multiple Intel awards for innovation and performance excellence. He was named among IBC’s Top 100 Engineers and Educators and featured in Who’s Who in the World. He is also a distinguished speaker at international conferences and won the Best Research Project Award at UAE University. As a Senior IEEE Member and a member of organizations like PMI and ISC2, he is widely respected in both academia and industry.

Publication Top Notes
1. ParaEyes: The Smart Eye Bot System for Paralyzed Patients
  • Authors: M. Al Jaziri, G. Al Ali, H. Al Swailmeen, A.A. El-Moursy, F.N. Sibai

  • Journal: Journal of Circuits, Systems and Computers, 2025

  • Summary:
    This paper presents ParaEyes, a smart assistive bot system that enables paralyzed patients to interact with their environment using eye movements and blinking patterns. Leveraging computer vision, machine learning, and sensor fusion, the system facilitates tasks such as communication and device control. The research highlights its real-world applicability in neurorehabilitation and patient autonomy, especially for individuals with ALS or spinal cord injuries.

2. Using The Cancer Genome Atlas from cBioPortal to Develop Genomic Datasets for Machine Learning Assisted Cancer Treatment
  • Authors: A. Asaduzzaman, C.C. Thompson, F.N. Sibai, M.J. Uddin

  • Platform: bioRxiv preprint, 2025.02.17.638660

  • Summary:
    This study extracts and preprocesses genomic data from The Cancer Genome Atlas (TCGA) using cBioPortal, creating machine-learning-ready datasets for the development of predictive models in personalized cancer treatment. It lays the foundation for using ML classifiers to assist oncologists in tailoring treatment plans based on genomic signatures, supporting precision oncology research.

3. The Robustness of AI-Classifiers in the Face of AI-Assisted Plagiarism: The Case of Turnitin AI Content Detector
  • Authors: K. Ibrahim, D. Otaibi, F.N. Sibai

  • Journal: International Journal of Computer-Assisted Language Learning and Teaching (IJCALLT), 2025

  • Summary:
    This paper examines the reliability and vulnerability of AI-based plagiarism detection tools, particularly Turnitin’s AI Content Detector, in detecting content generated or modified by large language models (LLMs). The findings expose potential weaknesses in current detection algorithms and propose methods for enhancing AI classifier robustness in academic integrity systems.

4. Application of Ensemble Learning Models in Computer-Aided Diagnosis of Skin Diseases
  • Authors: A. Asaduzzaman, C.C. Thompson, F.N. Sibai, M.J. Uddin

  • Journal: Neural Computing and Applications, 2025

  • Summary:
    This research evaluates the performance of ensemble learning models (such as Random Forest, XGBoost, and AdaBoost) for diagnosing skin diseases using clinical and dermoscopic image data. The models showed high accuracy, sensitivity, and specificity, demonstrating that ensemble-based approaches can significantly enhance AI-aided dermatological diagnostics.

5. A Collaborative Adaptive Cybersecurity Algorithm for Cognitive Cities
  • Authors: A. Abonamah, F.N. Sibai

  • Journal: Journal of Computer Information Systems, 2025, pp. 1–16

  • Summary:
    This paper proposes a collaborative and adaptive cybersecurity framework designed for cognitive cities. It integrates machine learning algorithms and shared threat intelligence to enable smart urban infrastructure to defend against evolving cyber threats. The model improves resilience, detection, and adaptability in real-time, supporting safe digital environments in smart city ecosystems.

Conclusion

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Fadi Sibai is eminently qualified for the Best Researcher Award, standing out for his long-term research excellence, technological innovation, and strategic leadership in academic and applied AI domains. His work addresses societal challenges through AI, pushes forward smart infrastructure and cybersecurity, and contributes meaningfully to medical, ethical, and educational AI ecosystems.

His record of scholarship, innovation, mentorship, and global engagement makes him a deserving and ideal candidate for this prestigious honor. The award would not only recognize his decades of impact but also support his ongoing contributions to shaping the future of AI, education, and engineering.

Abdullah Abonamah | Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Abdullah Abonamah | Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award

Research Affiliate at George Washington University, United States

Prof. Abdullah A. Abonamah is a distinguished academic and technology leader with over 40 years of expertise in artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and higher education. He currently serves as a Professor of Computing and AI at George Washington University and Chairman of AI Learning Solutions in the UAE. Dr. Abonamah has held key leadership roles, including President of the Abu Dhabi School of Management and CEO of the UAE Academy. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the Illinois Institute of Technology and has contributed extensively to AI research, focusing on AI integration in business processes, healthcare, smart cities, and cybersecurity. With over 10 patents in AI-driven systems and numerous scholarly publications, his work is widely cited in both academia and industry. Dr. Abonamah has secured over $1 million in research funding and has received several prestigious awards, including the Government of Abu Dhabi Recognition Award. His innovative projects have influenced AI and digital transformation strategies globally, and he has represented the UAE in international delegations. Prof. Abonamah’s leadership, combined with his groundbreaking research, positions him as a deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

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Summary

Dr. Abdullah A. Abonamah is a highly accomplished academic, technology strategist, and business leader with over four decades of experience in computing, artificial intelligence, and higher education leadership. He currently serves as Professor of Computing and AI at George Washington University’s Environmental and Energy Management Institute and is Chairman of the Board of AI Learning Solutions in the UAE. Dr. Abonamah has held numerous executive, academic, and advisory roles, including President and Provost of the Abu Dhabi School of Management, and CEO of the UAE Academy. His work bridges academia, innovation, and industry with a focus on AI adoption, data strategy, and digital transformation.

Educational Background

Dr. Abonamah holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the Illinois Institute of Technology, USA, and an M.S. in Computer Science and Engineering from Wright State University. He earned his B.S. in Computer Science from the University of Dayton and later obtained an Executive Management Certificate from Yale School of Management. His multidisciplinary academic foundation has empowered his leadership in both technical research and institutional development.

Professional Experience

Dr. Abonamah has served in numerous high-impact roles, including:

  • Professor of Computing at Abu Dhabi School of Management (2007–2024)

  • Professor of IT at Zayed University (2000–2007)

  • Director of the Institute for Technological Innovation (Dubai Internet City)

  • Chair, AI Management Institute at ADSM

  • Business leader and strategist in several startups and research institutes
    In his leadership positions, he led major organizational transformations, managed multimillion-dollar budgets, implemented ERP and AI systems, developed academic programs, and fostered public-private partnerships. He also served as Dean, Program Director, and Assistant Dean in various institutions, ensuring accreditation and global standards compliance.

Research Interests

Dr. Abonamah’s research spans artificial intelligence, machine learning, cybersecurity, fault-tolerant computing, and innovation ecosystems. His recent work focuses on the integration of AI into business processes, human-centered machine learning, and strategic data governance. He is also involved in applied AI projects in healthcare, smart cities, and education technology.

Author Metrics

Dr. Abonamah has authored and co-authored dozens of journal articles, book chapters, and conference papers, many of which are indexed in Scopus, IEEE, and Web of Science. He holds multiple patents and intellectual property certificates for AI-driven systems, ERP modules, academic tools, and mobile apps. His scholarship includes both foundational theory and practical implementations, making his work highly cited in both academic and industry domains.

Awards and Honors

Dr. Abdullah A. Abonamah has been the recipient of numerous prestigious awards and recognitions throughout his distinguished career. He was honored with the Government of Abu Dhabi Recognition Award in 2017 for his outstanding contributions to higher education and institutional development. Over the years, he has secured multiple competitive research grants totaling more than $1 million, including major funding for the development of AI and cybersecurity programs by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security and the Emirates Academy for Identity and Citizenship. His innovative projects have led to the creation of several intellectual property-certified digital systems, earning formal recognition from the UAE Ministry of Economy, with over 10 patented and certified software applications in AI, ERP systems, and academic tools. Dr. Abonamah was also awarded the US State Department MEPI Grant for the Emirati Women’s Organizational Leadership Program and received the Microsoft Instructional Lab Grant and other major institutional grants for research labs and technology initiatives. Recognized for his leadership, he has represented the UAE on international delegations, including a technological mission to Japan, and has consistently been acknowledged for his impactful work in promoting innovation, entrepreneurship, and digital transformation in education and governance.

Publication Top Notes

1. A Collaborative Adaptive Cybersecurity Algorithm for Cognitive Cities
  • Authors: A. Abonamah, F.N. Sibai

  • Published in: Journal of Computer Information Systems, 2025, pp. 1–16

  • Summary:
    This paper introduces a novel adaptive cybersecurity algorithm specifically designed for cognitive cities, which rely heavily on interconnected AI systems and IoT infrastructure. The algorithm leverages collaborative machine learning, enabling various smart subsystems to share threat intelligence and dynamically adjust defenses in real time. The model improves resilience, threat detection speed, and situational awareness, offering a scalable security solution for complex urban networks.

2. Managerial Insights for AI/ML Implementation: A Playbook for Successful Organizational Integration
  • Authors: A.A. Abonamah, N. Abdelhamid

  • Published in: Discover Artificial Intelligence, 2024, Vol. 4(1), Article 22

  • Summary:
    This publication acts as a strategic guide for executives and IT leaders aiming to deploy AI and machine learning within organizations. It outlines a structured playbook, highlighting critical success factors, common pitfalls, change management practices, and technology readiness considerations. The work is grounded in case studies and offers a framework for bridging technical solutions with organizational goals.

3. Discover Artificial Intelligence
  • Authors: A.A. Abonamah, N. Abdelhamid

  • Published in: Discover, 2024, Vol. 4, Article 22

  • Summary:
    This appears to be a companion piece or an editorialized version of the article above, with expanded commentary on AI governance, leadership roles, and ethical implementation frameworks. It emphasizes building institutional capability and fostering innovation culture for sustainable AI integration.

4. Wearable Sensor-Based Device for Predicting, Monitoring, and Controlling Epilepsy and Methods Thereof
  • Inventors: M.U. Tariq, A.A. Abonamah

  • Filing Number: US Patent App. 18/107,839

  • Filed in: 2023

  • Summary:
    This patent proposes a wearable biomedical device equipped with sensor arrays and AI algorithms for the real-time detection, prediction, and intervention of epileptic seizures. The system analyzes physiological data—such as ECG, EEG, and temperature signals—and uses machine learning to anticipate seizure events, offering alerts or therapeutic responses. It aims to enhance autonomous patient care and reduce medical emergencies, particularly in outpatient or home settings.

5. Artificial Intelligence Technologies and Platforms
  • Authors: M.U. Tariq, A. Abonamah, M. Poulin

  • Published in: Engineering Mathematics and Artificial Intelligence, 2023, pp. 211–226

  • Summary:
    This book chapter provides an in-depth analysis of leading AI platforms and ecosystems, such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, and Azure AI. It covers architecture, deployment strategies, and use cases across domains like healthcare, finance, and smart cities. The chapter emphasizes the selection criteria for AI tools, and how platform choices affect scalability, maintainability, and compliance in enterprise contexts.

Conclusion

Prof. Abdullah A. Abonamah is an outstanding and highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His blend of academic scholarship, applied innovation, institutional leadership, and global impact positions him uniquely at the intersection of technology and societal advancement. His research addresses real-world challenges with AI-driven solutions, while his leadership roles have built enduring institutions and empowered future generations.

Given his contributions to AI research, higher education reform, cross-sectoral innovation, and IP development, Prof. Abonamah clearly meets and exceeds the criteria for this award. He is not only a prolific scholar but also a visionary leader and mentor, making him an ideal recipient of the Best Researcher Award.

Yingya Guo- Computer Network – Best Researcher Award

Yingya Guo- Computer Network – Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Yingya Guo distinguished academic and researcher in the field Computer Network.

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Educations📚📚📚

She earned her PhD in Computer Science and Technology from Tsinghua University, where she studied under the guidance of Professor Jianping Wu from September 2013 to July 2019. During her doctoral studies, she spent a year as a visiting scholar at the Tandon School of Engineering at New York University, working with Professor H. Jonathan Chao from October 2017 to September 2018. Prior to her PhD, she completed her Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and Technology at Xiamen University, graduating fourth in a class of 121 in July 2013.

📝🔬Publications📝🔬
1. Guo Y, Wang Z*, Yin X, et al. Traffic engineering in hybrid SDN networks with multiple traffic
matrices[J]. Computer Networks, 2017.
2. Guo Y, Wang Z*, Yin X, et al. SOTE: Traffic Engineering in Hybrid Software Defined
Networks [J]. Computer Networks, 2019.
3. Guo Y, Wang Z*, Yin X, et al. Joint Optimization of Tasks Placement and Routing to Minimize
Coflow Completion Time[J], Journal of Network and Computer Applications, 2019.
4. Guo Y, Wang Z*, Yin X, et al. Traffic engineering in SDN/OSPF hybrid network[C]. IEEE
International Conference on Network Protocols (ICNP), 2014.(Google scholar citation: 60)
5. Guo Y, Wang Z*, Yin X, et al. Optimize Routing in Hybrid SDN Network with Changing
Traffic[C]. IEEE International Conference on Computer Communication and Networks
(ICCCN), 2017.
6. Guo Y, Wang Z*, Yin X, et al. Joint Optimization of Task Placement and Routing in Minimizing
Inter-DC Coflow Completion Time[C]. IEEE International Conference on Computer
Communication and Networks (ICCCN), 2017.
7. Guo Y, Wang Z*, Yin X, et al. Incremental deployment for traffic engineering in hybrid SDN
network[C]. IEEE International Conference on Performance Computing and
Communications (IPCCC), 2015.
8. Guo Y, Wang Z, Yin X, et al. Achieving Balance Between Link Utilization and Traffic Latency
in Inter-DC WAN Using Deep Reinforcement Learning [J]. IEEE transactions on networking,
2019.(submitted)
9. Guo Y, et al. Optimizing routing with paths cardinality constraints in hybrid SDN [J],
Computer Networks, 2019. (submitted)

Asif Hamid- Deep learning – Best Researcher Award

Asif Hamid- Deep learning – Best Researcher Award

Mr. Asif Hamid  distinguished academic and researcher in the field  Deep learning. He has accumulated over four years of experience in writing and publishing research articles for journals and conferences. This experience has provided him with a deep understanding of various writing styles, from scholarly articles to book chapters and industry-focused documentation. His role as a reviewer for many prestigious conferences has also sharpened his critical thinking and editorial abilities.

His expertise is not limited to writing; he is skilled in Python and MATLAB programming, which are crucial for his research projects. He possesses basic skills in HTML and is proficient with MS Office tools—Word, Excel, and PowerPoint—as well as LaTeX software, all vital for creating research papers and presentations. Additionally, his ability to utilize internet applications and implement deep learning techniques demonstrates his aptitude for integrating cutting-edge technology into his research activities.

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Educations📚📚📚

He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. at the Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) in Awantipora, Jammu & Kashmir, India, a program he began in 2020. Prior to this, he earned his Master of Technology degree in Control and Instrumentation Systems from Jamia Milia Islamia (JMI) in India, where he distinguished himself by securing a CGPA of 9.3 out of 10, placing him in the top 1% of his class. His foundational education was completed at Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University in Rajouri, Jammu & Kashmir, where he received his Bachelor of Technology degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering, achieving a percentile score of 75.6, which also placed him in the top 1% of his peers.

Conference Papers

• Asif Hamid Bhat, Rafiq, D., Nahvi, S. A., & Bazaz, M. A. (2022, May). Discovering low-rank
representations of large-scale power-grid models using Koopman theory. In 2022 Trends in
Electrical, Electronics, Computer Engineering Conference (TEECCON). IEEE.. [Link]
• Asif Hamid Bhat, Rafiq, D., Nahvi, S. A., & Bazaz, M. A. (2022, July). Power Grid parameter
estimation using Sparse Identification of Nonlinear Dynamics. In 2022 International
Conference on Intelligent Controller and Computing for Smart Power (ICICCSP) (pp. 1-6).
IEEE. [Link]
• Asif Hamid Bhat, Rafiq, D., Nahvi, S. A., & Bazaz, Neural network-based time stepping

Awards and Achievements

He has received numerous accolades and support for his academic pursuits. Since 2020, he has been a recipient of the MHRD (Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India) fellowship for his Ph.D. studies in the Department of Electrical Engineering at the Islamic University of Science and Technology in Awantipora, Jammu & Kashmir, India, supported by grant number IUST0119013135. In 2019, he successfully qualified the GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) for Electronics and Communication Engineering, scoring 31.67 out of 100. Furthermore, in 2017, he qualified for the M.Tech. program at Jamia Milia Islamia, Delhi, by passing the entrance examination, demonstrating his consistent excellence and competence in his field.

WORKSHOP / SEMINAR / TRAINING / STC attended

1. Presented Discovering low-rank representations of large scale power-grid models using Koopman
theory paper in Electrical, Electronics, Computer Engineering Conference IEEE held on 26-27
may 2022 at Reva University.
2. Presented Power Grid parameter estimation using Sparse Identification of Nonlinear Dynamics
paper in the INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON INTELLIGENT CONTROLLER AND
COMPUTING FOR SMART POWER, IEEE 2022 organized by the Department of Electrical
and Electronics Engineering, Sreenidhi Institute of Science And Technology, Hyderabad,
India during 21–23 July 2022.
3. Reviewer for IEEE international conference on applied intelligence and sustainable
computing 2023.
4. Attend in faculty development program entitled “Research Methodology + Publication Ethics”
organised by Department of computer science and engineering IUST, Awantipora form 7-11
Feb 2022.

📝🔬Publications📝🔬
  • Hierarchical deep learning-based adaptive time stepping scheme for multiscale simulations

    Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence
    2024-07 | Journal article
    CONTRIBUTORS: Asif Hamid; Danish Rafiq; Shahkar Ahmad Nahvi; Mohammad Abid Bazaz
  • Neural network-based time stepping scheme for multiscale partial differential equations

    2023 7th International Conference on Computer Applications in Electrical Engineering-Recent Advances (CERA)
    2023-10-27 | Conference paper
    CONTRIBUTORS: Asif Hamid; Danish Rafiq; Shahkar Ahmad Nahvi; Mohammad Abid Bazaz
  • Deep learning assisted surrogate modeling of large-scale power grids

    Sustainable Energy, Grids and Networks
    2023-06 | Journal article
    Part ofISSN: 2352-4677
    CONTRIBUTORS: Asif Hamid; Danish Rafiq; Shahkar Ahmad Nahvi; Mohammad Abid Bazaz
  • Power Grid parameter estimation using Sparse Identification of Nonlinear Dynamics

    2022 International Conference on Intelligent Controller and Computing for Smart Power (ICICCSP)
    2022-07-21 | Conference paper
    CONTRIBUTORS: ASIF HAMID BHAT

Wei Zhang – Digital algorithms – Best Researcher Award

Wei Zhang – Digital algorithms – Best Researcher Award

Dr. Wei Zhang distinguished academic and researcher in the field Digital algorithms. Zhang Wei and Liu Hui have collaborated on several scholarly articles addressing rural economic issues in China. In their 2020 publication in “Jiangsu Agricultural Sciences,” they examined the “Problems and Countermeasures in the Development of Rural Collective Economy,” using Fenyi County, Jiangxi Province as a case study. This article, found in volume 48, issue 21, pages 28-33, discusses specific challenges faced by rural economies and proposes various strategies for improvement.

🌐 Professional Profiles

Educations📚📚📚

From September 2016 to June 2019, he pursued his Bachelor of Marketing at Hefei University of Technology. He continued his studies at Hunan Agricultural University, where he earned a Master of Agricultural and Forestry Economics and Management, completing the program in June 2021. Building on his academic achievements, he began his PhD in Capability Economic Management at the same university in September 2021, with an expected completion date of June 2025.

Research Experience

Zhang Wei and Liu Hui have collaborated on several scholarly articles addressing rural economic issues in China. In their 2020 publication in “Jiangsu Agricultural Sciences,” they examined the “Problems and Countermeasures in the Development of Rural Collective Economy,” using Fenyi County, Jiangxi Province as a case study. This article, found in volume 48, issue 21, pages 28-33, discusses specific challenges faced by rural economies and proposes various strategies for improvement. Following this, in 2022, they published an article in “Price Theory and Practice,” where they analyzed the effectiveness of reforms in the rural collective property rights system from the perspective of farmer participation. This research, featured in the March 2022 issue on pages 169-172 and 205, was underpinned by a survey of 315 farmer households across Hunan and Jiangxi provinces, offering valuable insights into the impact of these reforms on rural communities.

Project experience

He hosted the 2023 Hunan Provincial Postgraduate Research Innovation Project Key Project, CX20230730, which focused on the Research on the Contract and Performance of Farmland Infrastructure Governance under Endowment Heterogeneity. He also played a significant role in contributing to several major research projects. He participated in writing a major project for the Hunan Provincial Social Science Fund, numbered 23ZWA14, which involved researching the Current Situation and Countermeasures of Rural Collective Economic Development in Hunan Province. Additionally, he contributed to the general project of the Hunan Provincial Social Science Fund, 21YBA079, which examined the governance mechanism and performance of high-standard farmland in the context of food and ecological security. His research contributions extended to the Hunan Provincial Natural Science Foundation’s general project, 2023JJ30312, focusing on the mechanism and performance of digital technology in empowering farmland water conservancy facilities. Moreover, he was involved in writing for a project under the Hunan Provincial Development and Reform Commission that researched coordinated food and ecological security in the middle and lower reaches of the Yangtze River plain, considering “resources-factors-policies.”

Personal honor

He achieved notable recognition in various academic competitions and forums. At the 2021 Modern Agricultural Development Forum and the First “World Agriculture” Workshop in the context of “Dual Cycles,” he won the second prize in the paper competition. His research excellence continued into the following year when he won the first prize for outstanding paper at the 2022 Hunan Rural Economics Association Annual Meeting. Additionally, he received the award for the second “Economic Management Quantitative Research Methods” Excellent Paper at the School of Economics, Hunan Agricultural University. He also actively participated in advanced training sessions, including the “Jiangsu Province Applied Economic Research Methodology” workshop organized by the Economics Graduate Education Steering Committee of Jiangsu Province and the School of Economics and Management of Nanjing Agricultural University, where he earned the title of qualified student. Furthermore, he attended the “2021 Summer Econometrics and Scientific Research Methods Lecture Series” at the School of Statistics and Mathematics of Zhongnan University of Economics and Law, also achieving the status of qualified student.

 

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Serena Doria – Technological Networks – Women Researcher Award

Serena Doria – Technological Networks – Women Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Serena Doria distinguished academic and researcher in the field Technological Networks. She was responsible for the Ud’A Scienza Project financed under the Call for Scientific Dissemination PANN2020 – Annual Contributions Law 113/91 D.D. 1524 of 21/01/2019, promoted by the MUR. The Ud’A Scienza Project was funded for a total of €72,176, ranking ninth with a score of 55/60 out of 71 admitted projects, and it has a duration of 12 months (from 15.12.2021 to 15.12.2022).

🌐 Professional Profiles

Educations📚📚📚

she graduated in Mathematics, with a focus on Applied Probability, from the University of Rome “La Sapienza” on January 29th, 1992. Since November 1st, 2022, she has been an associate professor in the scientific sector MAT 06 – Probability Calculus and Mathematical Statistics. From 1995 to 2022, she worked as a researcher in the scientific sector MAT 06 – Probability Calculus and Mathematical Statistics. Her research interests include coherent conditional forecasts and their extensions, Hausdorff measures and fractal sets, Choquet integral, representation of orderings, equivalences in complex decisions and complex systems, and knowledge representation in Artificial Intelligence.

Conferences

She attended the MTISD’06 Conference on Methods, Models, and Information Technologies to Support Decision Making, held at the University of Naples – L’Orientale, Procida from September 28th to 30th, 2006. She also participated in the MTISD’04 Conference on Methods, Models, and Information Technologies to Support Decision Making, hosted by the Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences, Benevento from June 24th to 26th, 2004. Additionally, she was present at the SIS Intermediate Conference on Process and Statistical Evaluation Methods in Rome from June 4th to 6th, 2001. She took part in the II Conference of the MURST co-financed Research Project on Models for Treating Partial Knowledge in Decision-Making Processes in Lipari, Sicily from July 22nd to 26th, 2000. Moreover, she attended the I Conference of the MURST co-financed Research Project on Models for Treating Partial Knowledge in Decision-Making Processes in Perugia from April 7th to 9th, 1999. She also participated in the Evolution of Mathematics, its Applications, and its Teaching Conference in Numana from June 4th to 10th, 1999, and the National Mathesis Conference in L’Aquila from October 19th to 21st, 1998. She attended the Days of Combinatorial Geometry in Rome on May 29th and 30th, 1997. Lastly, she was present at the Conference on Methods of Representing Uncertainty in Architecture in Pescara from November 27th to 30th, 1997, and the Conference on Uncertainty Analysis in Economic and Territorial Management in Benevento in May.

 

Internationalizations

She served as an editor, alongside Thomas Augustin and Massimo Marinacci, for the Special Issue of the Ninth International Symposium of Imprecise Probability: Theory and Applications – ISIPTA’15, published in the International Journal of Approximate Reasoning, Volume 84, 39-40, in 2015. Additionally, she was an editor, alongside Thomas Augustin, Enrique Miranda, and Erik Queguebeur, for the Proceedings of the Ninth International Symposium of Imprecise Probability: Theory and Applications – ISIPTA’15, published by Arcne Editrice in 2015. She organized the Ninth International Symposium on Imprecise Probability: Theories and Applications (ISIPTA’15) in Pescara from July 20th to 24th, 2015. Furthermore, she organized the Fifth SIPTA Summer School on Imprecise Probability: Theories and Applications in Pescara from July 16th to 20th, 2012. Since 2001, she has been a member of SIPTA (International Society for Imprecise Probability: Theories and Applications). She served on the Executive Committee of SIPTA from July 14th, 2009, to July 24th, 2011. Since April 2008, she has been a reviewer for Mathematical Reviews (MR). She also served on the Program Committee of the International Symposium on Imprecise Probability: Theories and Applications (ISIPTA ’21) in Granada, Spain, from July 6th to 9th, 2021, and the Program Committee of the International Symposium on Imprecise Probability: Theories and Applications (ISIPTA ’19) in Ghent, Belgium, from July 3rd to 6th, 2019.

 

Scientific Activity

She participated in the PRIN 1997 Research Program – Partial Knowledge and Coherent Probability, led by Professor Romano Scozzafava at La Sapienza University. She also participated in the PRIN 1999 Research Program – Mathematical Models for Uncertainty Treatment and Alternative Project Selection in Architecture and Urban Planning, led by Professor Antonio Maturo at G. d’Annunzio University of Chieti-Pescara, with National Scientific Coordination by Professor Romano Scozzafava at La Sapienza University. She served as a reviewer for national projects as a member of REPRISE (the register of scientific experts established at the MIUR) for the following section: Basic Research. Additionally, she acted as a reviewer for scientific articles within the framework of the VQR 2015-2019. She also reviewed scientific articles for the following international journals indexed in Scopus and/or WoS: International Journal of Approximate Reasoning, Information Sciences, International Journal of Information Technology and Decision Making, Fuzzy Sets and Systems, British Journal of Mathematical and Statistical Psychology, Axioms, and Symmetry.

 

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Constance Bordet – Big data – Emerging Talent Award

Dr. Constance  Bordet distinguished academic and researcher in the Big data. she worked as a Professor Assistant in Pharmacology at Paris Saclay University, affiliated with Kremlin-Bicetre Hospital and Rives de Seine Hospital. Under the supervision of Professor Lamiae Grimaldi, her responsibilities included providing methodological support for research teams at the hospitals, particularly in clinical pharmacy and oncology. Additionally, she conducted research on drug treatments for multiple sclerosis patients using health insurance databases, alongside teaching activities.

🌐 Professional Profiles

Educations📚📚📚

She earned her Pharmacy diploma from the University of Toulouse between 2013 and 2023. In 2019-2020, she pursued a Pharmacovigilance Pharmacoepidemiology University Diploma at the University of Bordeaux. Following this, she completed a Master 1 in Research Biology and Health with a focus on biostatistics at the University of Lille between 2015 and 2016. Later, in 2021-2022, she pursued a Master 2 in Public Health with a specialization in epidemiology at Paris Saclay University.

Professional experiences

Prior to this role, from November 2022 to October 2023, she worked at the Clinical Investigation Center of the University Hospital of Toulouse, providing methodological support for care teams in pneumology, internal medicine, and oncology. She also participated in methodological appraisals of national and inter-regional projects.

She completed her Pharmacy thesis on protein kinase inhibitors for lung cancer management during this time. In January 2022 to July 2022, she undertook a Master 2 internship at the CESP (Center for Epidemiology and Population Health Research) – Epiphare, focusing on identifying factors associated with severe SARSCoV2 infection in multiple sclerosis patients using the National Health Data System.

In May 2021 to November 2021, she worked in the Pharmacovigilance Department of the pharmaceutical company Merck, analyzing pharmacovigilance cases and participating in implementing recommendations for ovitrelle use in men.

Earlier experiences include working in the oncology department of the University Hospital of Toulouse from November 2020 to April 2021, and in various pharmacovigilance centers and clinical pharmacy settings. Additionally, from November 2018 to April 2019, she worked in the medical device purchasing department at Toulouse University Hospital, contributing to the implementation of call for tenders.

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Hana Catur Wahyuni – Technological Networks – Top Researcher Award

Ms. Hana Catur Wahyuni   distinguished academic and researcher in the field  Technological Network.  In the past five years, she has been actively engaged in various research projects. In 2023, she conducted research on “A Blockchain Technology-Based Risk Management Model for the Beef Supply Chain According to Food Safety and Halal Standards to Achieve Food Independence in Ruminant Commodities,” funded by the Directorate General of Higher Education (Dikti). Additionally, she worked on “Strategies to Increase Productivity in Local Food Agro-Industries Based on Halal Product Assurance Systems with Integration of FMEA and Bayesian Network (BN),” supported by the Research Council of the Directorate General of Higher Education (Majelis Dikti Litbang PP).

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Educations📚📚📚

Her educational background includes completing her Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral degrees in Engineering Management from the University of Islam Indonesia, Yogyakarta, and the Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS) in Surabaya. She entered the University of Islam Indonesia in Yogyakarta in 1995 and graduated in 1999. Later, she pursued her Master’s degree at ITS in Surabaya from 2007 to 2009, followed by her Doctoral studies at the same institution from 2016 to 2020. Her dissertation titles were “Proposal for a standard work method for packaging brem based on work motion analysis with video recordings,” “Analysis of the sophistication level of humanware using a technometric approach at PG Candi Baru, Sidoarjo,” and “Integrated Risk Management Model for Food Safety and Halal in the Food Industry.” Throughout her academic journey, she was guided by Dr. Ir. Wahyu Purwanto MSIE, Prof. Dr. Ir. Udisubakti Ciptomulyono M.Eng.Sc, and Prof. Iwan Vanany ST., MT., Ph.D.

Research

In 2022, she submitted a proposal for the “World Class Professor Program” focusing on enhancing the quality of lecturers and students through collaborative publications between UMSIDA and IPB, funded by the Directorate General of Higher Education (Dikti). Furthermore, she researched “Strategies for Sustainable Development of Small and Medium-sized Fisheries Products Based on Integration of Blue Economy Concepts, Food Safety Standardization, and Halal,” supported by the Indonesian Institute of Sciences (LIPI) under the Mandatory Research Program (Rispro).

Her research endeavors in 2021 included implementing a Halal Assurance System for MSMEs under PCM Tanggulangin, Ka Sidoarjo, funded by the Muhammadiyah University (PP Muhammadiyah). In the same year, she analyzed risks in the Halal food supply chain to ensure food security in the New Normal era, under the auspices of Sidoarjo Muhammadiyah University.

Prior to that, in 2019 and 2018, she developed methods for analyzing food safety risks in the supply chain of fish-based food products produced by IKM as safe, healthy, and Halal alternative foods, funded by the Directorate General of Higher Education (Dikti). She also worked on developing a Green Human Resource Management Model to enhance the productivity of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) as part of a National Strategic Research project in Indonesia (Dikti).

Her earlier research in 2016 focused on developing a technology adoption model to improve the quality of products from Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in support of innovation-driven economics in Sidoarjo District, funded by the Competitive Grant Scheme for the second year (Dikti).

Experience

In the past five years, she has authored several books and obtained intellectual property rights. In 2015, she published “Quality Control in Service and Manufacturing Industries with Lean, Servqual, and Six Sigma,” totaling 175 pages, under PT Graha Ilmu, Yogyakarta. In 2017, she released “Human Capital in the Perspective of Business Productivity” consisting of 100 pages, published by NLC, Sidoarjo. Additionally, she authored “Assessment of Technology in Technology Adoption Processes” and “Analysis of Productivity (Basic Concepts and Measurement Techniques)” in 2017, both published by Umsida Press with 100 and 200 pages, respectively.

In 2018, she published “Pocket Book: Guide to Implementing GHRM in MSMEs” comprising 20 pages, also under Umsida Press. The following year, she authored “Risk Analysis in the Supply Chain (Focus of Research: Food Safety Risks)” published by Umsida Press, spanning 60 pages. In 2020, she released “Quality Control in Manufacturing and Service Industries” with 106 pages, published by Umsida Press. Her most recent book, “Technology Management in Industry,” was published in 2023, totaling 122 pages, under Umsida Press.

Moreover, she has acquired intellectual property rights in the last decade. In 2017, she obtained copyright for a community service program aimed at enhancing the quality of equipment for child health services, and in 2018, she secured copyrights for designing an information system for population registration to improve the quality of population services in Gelam Village, Sidoarjo Regency. Additionally, she acquired copyright for a study on Indonesian consumer perceptions of the food safety system in the fish supply chain in 2018. Lastly, in the same year, she obtained copyright for the implementation guide of GHRM in MSMEs.

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Zehra Ural Bayrak – Technological Networks – Best Researcher Award

 Zehra Ural Bayrak – Technological Networks

Prof Dr. Zehra Ural Bayrak  distinguished academic and researcher in the field  Technological Network.  Her academic achievements, she has enriched her expertise through various scholarly endeavors. As a Research Scholar at the University of Michigan, MI, USA, she contributed to advancements in her field from November 2010 to October 2011. Furthermore, she broadened her horizons through an Erasmus Teaching Staff Mobility program at the University of Applied Science in Zwickau, Germany, in November 2018. These experiences have not only bolstered her knowledge but also enhanced her ability to collaborate internationally and contribute to the global academic community.

🌐 Professional Profiles

Educations📚📚📚

She holds a Ph.D. in Electrical-Electronics Engineering from Firat University, earned between 2007 and 2014. Prior to that, she completed her Master of Science degree in the same field at Dicle University from 2004 to 2007. Her academic journey commenced with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical-Electronics Engineering at Firat University, where she graduated in 2004.

International conference

She has actively participated and presented her research findings at numerous international conferences and symposiums, showcasing her expertise and contributions to the field of electrical engineering, particularly focusing on fuel cell systems and renewable energy technologies.

Throughout her academic career, she has made significant contributions to various aspects of PEM (Proton Exchange Membrane) fuel cells, including dynamic simulation, mathematical modeling, design, and application areas. Her research endeavors have been recognized at prestigious events such as the II. International Hydrogen Energy Congress&Exhibition in Istanbul, the 10th International Conference on Clean Energy in Famagusta, N. Cyprus, and the ICRERA conferences held in Madrid, Spain, and Milwaukee, USA.

Additionally, she has explored the integration of fuel cells with other renewable energy sources, such as photovoltaic cells and micro-hydro power plants, demonstrating her commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions. Her work extends beyond theoretical studies, as evidenced by her involvement in simulation and experimental studies, as well as the design of power management systems for residential solar-hydrogen power plants.

Furthermore, she has applied her expertise to innovate in the realm of hybrid power systems for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), presenting her designs and performance analyses at international symposiums such as the International Symposium on Sustainable Aviation in Istanbul.

Her research also delves into optimization techniques, such as chaos embedded particle swarm optimization, for parameter estimation in PEM fuel cell models, highlighting her proficiency in applying advanced methodologies to enhance system efficiency.

Overall, her extensive participation in international conferences and symposiums underscores her dedication to advancing the field of renewable energy and fuel cell technology through rigorous research, innovative designs, and collaborative efforts within the global academic community.

Publication

Guanglei Zhao – Networked Multiagent Systems – Best Researcher Award

Guanglei Zhao – Networked Multiagent Systems

Prof. Guanglei Zhao distinguished academic and researcher in the field Networked multiagent systems , He is an Associate Professor with the Institute of Electrical Engineering, Yanshan University, Qinhuangdao, China. He has been actively involved in the field of academia, steadily progressing through various roles at Yanshan University. Since November 2020, he has served as a Professor, contributing to the university’s academic environment and research endeavors. Prior to this, from December 2017 to October 2020, he held the position of Associate Professor, demonstrating his dedication and expertise in his chosen field.

Before advancing to an associate professorship, he served as a Lecturer from January 2015 to November 2017, where he honed his teaching skills and imparted knowledge to students. His academic journey began in October 2012 when he assumed the role of a Research Fellow at The University of Melbourne, showcasing his commitment to research and contributing to the global academic community. Through these various roles, he has accumulated a wealth of experience and knowledge, making valuable contributions to both teaching and research domains

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Educations: 📚🎓

He has a robust academic background, marked by his progressive pursuit of higher education in the field of engineering and control systems. In December 2014, he achieved his PhD in Control Theory and Control Engineering from Shanghai Jiao Tong University, a significant milestone that highlights his deep understanding and expertise in his field. Prior to this, in June 2009, he earned his Master’s degree in Systems Engineering from Huazhong University of Science and Technology, further solidifying his foundation in engineering principles and systems analysis. His academic journey commenced with the attainment of his Bachelor’s degree in Automation from Yantan University in June 2007, where he laid the groundwork for his future academic and professional endeavors. This educational pathway has equipped him with a comprehensive skill set and theoretical knowledge, essential for his subsequent achievements in academia and research.

Research Interest

control systems design, cooperative control of robot systems, networked control systems

 

📚Top Noted Publication
[1]. Hailong Cui, Guanglei Zhao, Shuang Liu, Zhijie Li, A Novel Adaptive Event-Triggered
Consensus Control Approach to Multi-Agent Systems with Guaranteed Positive MIET, IEEE
Transactions on Network Science and Engineering, 2023, 10.1109/TNSE.2023.3296450.
[2]. Hailong Cui, Guanglei Zhao, A Decentralized Dynamic Self-Triggered Control Approach
to Consensus of Multiagent Systems, IEEE Transactions on Systems, Man, and Cybernetics:
Systems, 53(9):5772-5783, 2023.
[3]. Guanglei Zhao, Quanzhong Liu, Prescribed-time Containment Control of High-order
Nonlinear Multi-Agent Systems Based on Distributed Observer, Journal of the Franklin
Institute, 360(10), 6736-6756, 2023.
[4]. Guanglei Zhao, Lanqing, Jin, Distributed Adaptive Dynamic Event-Triggered Secondary
Control for Islanded Microgrids with Disturbances, IEEE Transactions on Smart Grid,
14(6), 4268-4281, 2023.
[5]. Guanglei Zhao, Changchun Hua, Hybrid Event-Triggered Cooperative Output Regulation
of Multi-Agent Systems with Unreliable Communication Link, IEEE Transactions on
Cybernetics, 2023, 10.1109/TCYB.2023.3257140
[6]. Guanglei Zhao, Lanqing Jin, Hailong Cui, Yifeng Wang, Distributed Dynamic EventTriggered Secondary Control for Islanded Microgrids With Disturbances and Communication
Delays: A Hybrid Systems Approach, IEEE Transactions on Industrial Informatics,
19(8):8795-8805, 2023.
[7]. Guanglei Zhao, Changchun Hua, A Hybrid Systems Approach to Event-Triggered
Consensus of Multiagent Systems With Packet Losses, IEEE Transactions on Systems, Man,
and Cybernetics: Systems,53(3):1773-1787, 2023.
[8]. Guanglei Zhao, Hailong Cui, Changchun Hua, Hybrid Event-Triggered Bipartite Consensus
Control of Multi-Agent Systems and Application to Satellite Formation, IEEE Transactions
on Automation Science and Engineering, 20(3): 1760-1771, 2023.
[9]. Guanglei Zhao, Lanqing Jin, Yifeng Wang, Distributed Event-Triggered Secondary Control
for Islanded Microgrids With Disturbances: A Hybrid Systems Approach, IEEE Transactions
on Power Systems, 38(2):1420-1431, 2023..
[10]. Guanglei Zhao, Changchun Hua, Leaderless and Leader-Following Bipartite Consensus
of Multi-Agent Systems with Sampled and Delayed Information, IEEE Transactions on
Neural Networks and Learning Systems, 34(5):2220-2233, 2023.
[11]. Guanglei Zhao, Changchun Hua, Shuang Liu, Sampled-Data Dynamic Output Feedback
Consensus Control of Multi-Agent Systems, IEEE Transactions on Network Science and
Engineering, 9(5):3292-3301, 2022. 10.1109/TNSE.2022.3174224