Pragati Tripathi – Biomedical Engineering – Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Pragati Tripathi distinguished academic and researcher in the field Biomedical Engineering.  She has held multiple academic positions since 2018, beginning as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering at Vision Institute of Technology, Kanpur. She then transitioned to roles such as Research Associate at Sharda University, Greater Noida, and subsequently as an Assistant Professor in the same field at I.T.S Greater Noida. Currently, she serves as an Assistant Professor and Chief of Operations and Experiments (C.O.E.) in the ECE Department at I.T.S Greater Noida, where she also played a pivotal role in establishing an IoT lab. Her contributions extend beyond teaching, as evidenced by her involvement in hosting e-Yantra programs and workshops, including one conducted in collaboration with IIT Bombay. Furthermore, she has coordinated mini-projects for second and third-year students, managed data for R&D consultancy, and contributed to the improvement of departmental logistics and student performance. Her proactive approach is reflected in her creation and implementation of activities aimed at enhancing student careers and her active participation in departmental and college initiatives, where she has supported various functional activities and committees.

 

🌐 Professional Profiles

Educations📚📚📚

She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning at Gautam Buddha University, Greater Noida, a journey she embarked on in 2019. Prior to this, she completed her MTech in Power Electronics & Drives from the same institution in 2018. Her educational journey began with a Master’s in Electronics from C.S.J.M. University, Kanpur, in 2016, following which she obtained a Bachelor’s degree from the same university in 2014. She completed her Intermediate education at Virendra Swarup 21st Century, Kanpur, in 2011, and her High School education at Vikram Khanna High School, Kanpur, in 2009. Through her academic pursuits, she has demonstrated a commitment to expanding her knowledge and expertise in the field of electronics and related disciplines.

 

INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCES 🎟️

She has made significant contributions to the field of engineering and technology, as evidenced by her numerous publications and presentations at international conferences. Her research interests span across various domains, including artificial intelligence, smart communication, medical imaging, and renewable energy systems. Notable works include her studies on signal processing techniques for medical applications, such as denoising electrocardiogram signals and analyzing brain tumor detection through MRI. Additionally, she has explored topics in energy efficiency, such as modeling hybrid PV-diesel-battery systems and analyzing the stability of VSC-HVDC transmission systems. Her research endeavors also extend to innovative technologies like IoT-based weather monitoring systems and the mathematical modeling of graphene. Through her scholarly pursuits, she has demonstrated a commitment to advancing knowledge and innovation in engineering, contributing to the scientific community’s understanding and application of emerging technologies.

 

Honors & Awards 🏆🏆🥇

She has garnered numerous awards and achievements throughout her academic and extracurricular endeavors. Notable among these are her participation in events like Abhivyanjana in 2016 and 2017, where she served as a co-coordinator. Additionally, she demonstrated her leadership skills as a co-coordinator at the NanofiM International Conference in 2017 and various IEEE events. Her active involvement in IEEE activities earned her recognition, including the Outstanding Volunteer Award in the IEEE GBU Branch and the Outstanding Social Media Coordinator Award in the IEEE Delhi Region. Furthermore, she has contributed to sports events such as football and badminton, achieving commendable results like runner-up and securing the 2nd position. Her versatile engagement extends to English Group Discussions and football tournaments, showcasing her diverse interests and contributions to both academic and extracurricular spheres.

 

POSITION &RESPONSIBILITY

She has actively contributed to various projects and events, showcasing her organizational skills and leadership capabilities. As a Supervisor, she led a major project on IoT-based Agricultural monitoring systems at the Department of ECE, I.T.S. Engineering College during the 2023-24 session. Her role extended to being the Organizing Secretary for the Inter-College Tech-Vision Project Exhibition Competition at I.T.S Greater Noida in 2023, where she ensured the smooth execution of the event. Furthermore, she served as an Organizer for Nano fiM, an international conference held at Gautam Buddha University in 2017, and as a Coordinator for the International Conference (ELECRAMA2018) at Auto Expo, Greater Noida. Her dedication to extracurricular activities is evident through her volunteer work as a student coordinator in the Art Club at Gautam Buddha University from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, she took on the responsibility of organizing cultural events like the Cultural Fest, AbhiyanJana, at Gautam Buddha University in 2017, demonstrating her commitment to enhancing the campus experience for her peers.

 

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Fawaz Annaz- High Integrity Systems – Best Researcher Award

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Fawaz Annaz- High Integrity Systems

Dr. Fawaz Annaz  distinguished academic and researcher in the field High Integrity System. He is an accomplished Associate Professor in Mechatronics, boasting an impressive 26-year career marked by international acclaim in teaching, research, and curriculum development. As a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, he possesses exemplary skills in teaching and learning. His fervor lies in instructing electrical, electronics, and mechatronics engineering, engaging students and collaborating with diverse staff backgrounds. A Chartered Engineer, he is dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for multidisciplinary engineering challenges. His expertise extends to the design and development of Smart Electromechanical Actuators in High Integrity Systems, a New Breed of Industrial Robots (with a secured European Patent), and Novel Drive Technology (also with a secured European Patent). With a proven international research record, he has successfully secured approximately 1.414 million in funding. Notably, he holds a European patent in robotics and has a pending US patent application. A polyglot, he effectively communicates ideas and conclusions to both specialists and non-specialists alike.

Professional Profiles:

Education

He earned in September 1996 from Queen Mary University of London. His research focused on the architecture design of smart electromechanical actuators, with a particular emphasis on their application in high-integrity multi-lane systems. The work made substantial contributions to the development of All-Electric Aircraft, leading to numerous international peer-reviewed publications. Currently, he continues to explore additional actuator architectures and investigates the impact of drift in transducer readings on system response. His innovative concepts have transcended aviation, resulting in a European patent for a new breed of industrial robots, registered in the UK, Germany, Sweden, Denmark, and Switzerland.

He earned a Master of Science in November 1989 from the University of East London, specializing in the engineering of dynamic systems. His thesis delved into the mathematical modeling and digital simulation of helical induction motors, along with the application of sliding mode control for position and torque control. This research laid the groundwork for advancements in planar actuators, crucial for a reaction-sphere system designed to replace gyroscopes in satellites. His findings have not only resulted in peer-reviewed publications but have also formed the basis for joint research collaborations with British Aerospace. These collaborations extend to diverse applications, including electric vehicles, high-speed trains, and boring machines.

 INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH ACTIVITIES

Throughout his tenure at Birmingham City University (BCU), He has been a driving force in advancing research and enterprise activities, particularly in the field of mechatronics. As evidenced by his proactive approach, he has consistently taken the lead in coordinating research initiatives and encouraging collaborative efforts, both in research and Ph.D. proposal submissions. Dr. [Your Name] has played a pivotal role in securing funding for various internal projects at BCU. Notably, his involvement in 14 internal applications has resulted in five successful endeavors, such as the CEBE Dean’s Ph.D. Scholarships for 2023-24 and the University Alliance Marie Sklodowska-Curie Cofund Consortium in 2021.

In addition to his success in internal applications, He has demonstrated a commitment to enhancing research infrastructure by leading efforts to acquire state-of-the-art equipment. His leadership in coordinating applications for research equipment, totaling £345,821, has contributed to elevating the quality of research in mechatronics, dynamics, and control. Notably, one successful application for a Swarm UAV Platform secured £4,421, showcasing his dedication to facilitating cutting-edge research tools that benefit both teaching and research activities.

UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI BRUNEI

• Led joint research in mechatronics and robotics with the MoD, Royal Police, Shell, and other
local farming industries.
• Benefits and major applications included local crop enhancement, oil rigs monitoring; and Joint
grant application to develop UAV platforms to monitor boarders and oilrigs

UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM (MALAYSIA CAMPUS)
• Investigated smart electromechanical actuators in High Integrity Systems
• Initiated the hardware-virtual-environment concept to monitor and navigate two and three
(omni driven) wheeled robots.
• Supervised several MSc students, 2 PhDs (one to completions) and one MPhil. PhD Topics
included:
⁓ Novel generation of industrial robots (resulted in EU patent).
⁓ Distinct mathematical signatures for speech (completed a US Patent).
• Investigated (with Senri Kinran University _Japan) the impact of mechatronics on the Japanese
aging population in homes for the elderly, particularly those with special physical needs.
FUKUI UNIVERSITY (FUKUI, JAPAN)
• Established the ‘High-Integrity Systems’ (HIS) laboratory, where I Hosted Japanese and
international undergraduate & postgraduate students to investigate architectures consolidation
in HIS, and application of vibration control to multi-hinged and chained system

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING LABORATORY (TSUKUBA, JAPAN)
Conducted research on:
• Vibration Control (VC) to multi-hinged and mass-spring (linear/rotary) chained systems.
• Active magnetic bearing systems in applications that required long shafts.
• Artificial heart development, focus on efficiency improvement and Impeller stability analysis.
SINGAPORE POLYTECHNIC
• Smart Electromechanical Actuators (SEMA): Continued investigating architecture
consolidation in SEMAs for the All-Electric Aircraft
• Electric Vehicle (EV) Propulsion System Development: I was an active member of the team
that delivered the first EV in Singapore 1996/7, and because of my experience in Brushless dc
motor (utilised in the design of the smart electromechanical actuation systems, PhD research)
my role was mainly related to the EV’s propulsion system development.
QUEEN MARY UNIVERSITY OF LONDON (UK)
o PhD Research: Design of multi-Lane smart actuators for the all-electric aircraft
o Post MSc: Modelling and simulation of sliding mode of helical and planar actuators

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