Sulyman Abdulkareem – Network Intrusion Detection – Best Researcher Award

Sulyman Abdulkareem – Network Intrusion Detection – Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Sulyman Abdulkareem  distinguished academic and researcher in the field Network Intrusion Detection. He is a performance-driven Project Manager with an extensive academic background in Management and Information Systems and over 10 years of experience managing cross-functional teams to drive cost-effective technology solutions and execute key business projects in a technical environment. He has a proven ability to effectively manage knowledge, communicate, collaborate, and coordinate core IT functions, third parties, and vendors on initiatives to ensure project integration and alignment with overall requirements, security, compliance, standards, and quality assurance. Adept at managing all aspects of solution delivery, he excels in research, analysis, scope definition, resource planning and allocation, budget management, document development, status reporting, risk management, and change control.

🌐 Professional Profile

Educations📚📚📚

He holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Information and Communication Systems from the University of Surrey and a Master of Science in Management Information Systems with Distinction from Coventry University. Additionally, he has earned several professional certifications, including PRINCE 2 Foundation, CMI Level 7 in Professional Consulting, CMI Level 7 in Strategic Management and Leadership, and a certification in Security Policy Development.

 

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Since October 2019, he has been serving as a Project Manager at IMBIL Consultancy Services Limited in London. In this role, he implemented a new Case Management System (CMS) tailored to the department’s specific needs, leading to a 40% increase in workflow efficiency and overall productivity of the legal department. He oversaw the development and implementation of a comprehensive enterprise resource planning (ERP) system for a major client, coordinating cross-functional teams, managing timelines and budgets, and ensuring the project met all specified requirements. He led the integration of a machine learning model into a client solution to predict customer behavior for e-commerce activities, enhancing business intelligence and personalized marketing strategies. Additionally, he implemented a data security system for a financial client in compliance with GDPR, ensuring all project activities adhered to relevant industry standards. He conducted daily stand-ups, regular project retrospectives, and feedback sessions, identifying areas for improvement and implementing process optimizations. By refining development processes, improving communication within the project team, and adopting new tools, he enhanced team efficiency and project quality. He standardized the filing system and promoted the use of cloud documentation and storage via SharePoint. Efficiently organizing and coordinating meetings with stakeholders, he scheduled, sent out invitations, prepared meeting agendas, took minutes, and distributed them promptly to ensure clear communication and accountability. He successfully optimized project processes by conducting gap analysis, gathering data on current processes, identifying associated KPIs, and redesigning these processes to improve alignment with desired outcomes, achieving a 65% improvement in these processes.

 

Doctoral Researcher –University of Surrey

He coordinated the DEDICAT 6G project in collaboration with industry giants like Airbus, Nokia, and Orange under the EU’s Horizon 2020 program, securing over €6 million in funding to enhance network efficiency and security. He led the design and implementation of an advanced Network Intrusion Detection Classifier for IoT networks, achieving superior efficiency and effectiveness compared to existing solutions. His groundbreaking research efforts culminated in the publication of a paper titled “IoT Network Intrusion Detection with Ensemble Learners,” detailing the development and success of an innovative network intrusion detection classifier. He collaborated effectively with project team members and security consultants at Mafic Ltd, contributing significantly to the successful completion of IoT solutions by documenting crucial research findings. He demonstrated proficiency in stakeholder management, and agile, waterfall, lean, PRINCE 2, SAFe, and SDLC methodologies. His expertise spans service management, risk and business analysis, process optimization, planning and budgeting, user acceptance testing (UAT), system administration, change management, requirements analysis, and documentation and reporting. He secured smooth laboratory operations and maintained up-to-date standardized operating procedures, resulting in a remarkable 90% success rate in meeting project deadlines. His planning and organizational skills ensured smooth operations by designing a comprehensive weekly schedule, maximizing productivity and efficiency.

As a lecturer at the University of Ilorin from February 2018 to September 2019, he collaborated with a software firm to develop new cybersecurity protocols, providing students with practical experience and creating innovative solutions that benefited the company. He established numerous partnerships with tech companies to collaborate on applied research projects. He led a pioneering research project on renewable energy technologies, engaging undergraduate and graduate students, yielding sustainable energy solutions and publishable research findings that significantly advanced the academic community’s understanding and the industry’s capabilities. He led annual research conferences and regular workshops at the university, where students and faculty could present their project findings, focusing on trending topics such as AI and inviting industry experts to provide networking opportunities for students. He supervised undergraduate projects, guiding more than 20 students through their research endeavors, achieving a remarkable 100% pass rate and witnessing a notable 20% increase in student engagement and active participation in various research and development initiatives. He successfully managed undergraduate class assignments and assessments, resulting in a high 95% completion rate and a notable 15% grade improvement by implementing strategies such as ensuring 95% lecture attendance and enhancing lecture materials, which reduced failure rates by 5% and fostered increased student engagement.

IT Project Manager

• Successfully led the Lifestalia Loan app project delivery within budget and ahead of schedule; Partnered with Apple and Google to deploy
on the App Store and Google Play store. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to uphold the Agile methodology in delivering this project,
resulting in a 30% improvement in project delivery time and a 15% increase in team productivity.
• Implemented UX enhancements based on findings, conducted comprehensive user research and analysis, and identified pain points and
areas for improvement within the app interface. Achieved a 25% increase in user satisfaction and a 20% decrease in user churn rate.
• Collaborated with the Power BI team to create real-time dashboards accessible to cross-functional teams, providing actionable insights into
current user trends, app usage metrics, and the impact of new and already-existing processes, improving decision-making by 60%.
• Effectively managed a high caseload of tasks while maintaining standards and adhering to established protocols. Prioritised tasks based on
urgency, efficiently allocating time and resources to assist clients and attend to other essential duties.
• Responsible for developing and maintaining project documentation. Utilised Trello, Jira, SharePoint, MS Project, and Visio in managing
multiple projects simultaneously within tight deadlines, ensuring seamless communication among stakeholders by preparing project status
& progress reports. Oversaw project timelines, budget tracking, and risk management to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality solutions
that meet client expectations and drive business growth.
• Oversaw transitioning on-premises servers, applications, and data to cloud-based platforms, AWS specifically. Elicited and documented
requirements for the change and developed UAT scripts and comprehensive migration steps.
• Established a robust risk management framework using the RAID log to identify, assess, and mitigate risks across project operations.
Conducted risk assessments, developed risk registers, and implemented risk mitigation strategies, resulting in a proactive approach to risk
management and a 15% reduction in compliance-related incidents.
• Prepared business and financial cases that contained forecasts, methods, assumptions, adopted metrics and sensitive analysis to help
management and other stakeholders make informed decisions before, during, and after any project.

📝🔬Publications📝🔬

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.

🌐 Professional Profile

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)

Hao Liang – Resource Allocation in Wireless Communications Award – Best Researcher Award

Hao Liang – Resource Allocation in Wireless Communications Award – Best Researcher Award

Mr. Hao Liang distinguished academic and researcher in the field Resource Allocation in wireless Communications. He currently serves as a Communications, Navigation, and Surveillance (CNS) Engineer within the Technical Support Department of the Guangxi Sub-bureau of the Middle South China Regional Air Traffic Management Bureau of Civil Aviation Administration of China. Additionally, he holds the title of Incorporated Engineer (IEng) and fulfills the role of Senior Information System Project Manager.

🌐 Professional Profiles

Educations📚📚📚

He received his B.E. degree in electronic information engineering from Guilin University of Electronic Technology, Guangxi, China, in 2017, and his M.E. degree in electronics and communications engineering from Xidian University, Xi’an, China, in 2020.

Research Interests

His research interests encompass 5G AeroMACS, Full-duplex Communications, Non-orthogonal Multiple Access, Interference Management, and Resource Allocation in Wireless Communications.

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Fardin Noori – Topological Networks – Graph Analytics Pioneer Award

Mr. Fardin Noori distinguished academic and researcher in the field  Topological Networks.  He has accumulated valuable teaching experiences, primarily within the realm of Electrical Engineering in the Oil, Gas, and Energy Industries. From August 2020 to February 2023, he played a pivotal role in instructing newly graduated trainees through an intensive course at Tarh O Palayesh Engineering Company in Tehran, Iran. In this capacity, he imparted essential knowledge and practical skills relevant to the industry, contributing to the professional development of aspiring engineers. Additionally, in February 2020, he facilitated a course focused on Solar Cells and Modules Production at the same institution. Through these teaching engagements, he has demonstrated his commitment to knowledge dissemination and nurturing the next generation of industry professionals.

🌐 Professional Profiles

Educations📚📚📚

He pursued his education with a focus on Electrical Engineering, specializing in Power Systems. This journey commenced with his Bachelor of Science degree at the Electrical Engineering Department of Shahid Rajaee University in Tehran, Iran, where he achieved a commendable GPA of 15.82/20 over the duration of four years, from September 2010 to September 2014. Building upon this foundation, he furthered his academic pursuits by attaining a Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering – Power Systems from Shahid Beheshti University, also located in Tehran, Iran. During this advanced program, spanning from September 2015 to February 2018, he demonstrated his commitment to excellence with a GPA of 14.63/20. His dedication to his field was evident even during his earlier academic years, as reflected in his impressive GPA of 19.27/20 during his High School and Pre-University Diploma studies from September 2006 to September 2010, with a focus on Mathematics and Physics. Throughout his educational journey, he exhibited a strong aptitude for his chosen field, laying a solid foundation for his future endeavors in Electrical Engineering.

Research Interest

His research interests encompass a diverse array of topics within the realm of Electrical Engineering. With a keen focus on advancing the field, he is particularly drawn to exploring the intricacies of Microgrid and Smart Grid technologies, recognizing their potential to revolutionize energy distribution systems. Delving into the complexities of the Electricity Market, he seeks to unravel the dynamics shaping its evolution and impact on energy accessibility and affordability. His commitment to sustainability is evident in his pursuit of understanding Renewable Energy Integration strategies, aiming to optimize their utilization and minimize reliance on traditional energy sources. Additionally, he is intrigued by the challenges posed by Uncertainty Modeling, endeavoring to develop robust frameworks to address unpredictabilities in energy systems. Furthermore, his interests extend to Energy Management Systems, where he explores innovative approaches to enhance efficiency and reliability in energy consumption. Finally, he is captivated by the possibilities presented by Energy Storage Systems, recognizing their pivotal role in facilitating the transition towards a more resilient and sustainable energy landscape. Through his research pursuits, he aspires to contribute meaningfully to the advancement of these critical areas within Electrical Engineering.

🏆🏆HONORS AND AWARDS🏆🏆

He has consistently demonstrated exceptional academic prowess and performance, earning recognition at various levels of education. Notably, in 2015, he achieved an outstanding rank of 187th in the National-Wide University Entrance Exam for Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, showcasing his aptitude and dedication to his field of study. His academic excellence was further underscored in 2010 when he distinguished himself within the top 2 percent nationwide in the Mathematics and Physics University Entrance Exam for Bachelor’s Degree. This remarkable achievement, surpassing over 320,000 participants, reflects his exemplary command of the subject matter and his ability to excel in competitive academic environments. Moreover, throughout his high school and pre-university years from 2006 to 2010, he consistently ranked among the top students, earning recognition for his academic achievements and dedication to learning. His consistent track record of academic excellence speaks volumes about his commitment to intellectual growth and his innate talent in the field of mathematics and physics.

WORK EXPERIENCE 

He brings a wealth of practical experience to his professional portfolio, having held various roles within the engineering domain. Commencing his career journey as a Power System Engineering Intern at Sheikh Baha’i High Voltage Substation in Tehran, Iran, he laid the groundwork for his future endeavors. His career trajectory led him to assume roles of increasing responsibility and expertise at Tarh O Palayesh Engineering Company in Tehran, Iran. Here, he demonstrated his leadership abilities as a Project Manager, overseeing the Asalouyeh Operational Base Solar Power Plant Project from December 2021 to June 2023. Prior to this, he served as a Project Section Leader of Overhead Transmission Line Discipline, managing tasks related to integrated environment studies and engineering design for the Sohrab Oil Field Development Project.

His tenure also saw him contribute as a Renewable Engineer, conducting feasibility studies for renewable energy utilization in the Andisheh New Town Project. Additionally, he held the position of Deputy Head of Electrical Discipline, showcasing his strategic acumen and organizational skills. His role as an Electrical Engineer and Designer involved spearheading critical projects such as the South Pars Gas Company Refineries Safety Systems Upgrading Project and the Kish Gas Field Development Project. Throughout his career, he has exhibited a strong commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainability, contributing significantly to the advancement of the engineering industry in Iran.

 

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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).

🌐 Professional Profiles

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.

Publications📚📚

Arturo Roman Messina – Technical networks – Best Researcher Award

Arturo Roman Messina – Technical networks

Dr. Asturo Roman Messina distinguished academic and researcher in the field Technical Network , Arturo Roman-Messina currently works at the Centre for Research and Advanced Studies (Cinvestav) of the National Polytechnic Institute of Mexico. His current project is ‘Spatio-temporal Analysis of wide-area data’.

🌐 Professional Profiles

Educations: 📚🎓

He earned his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Imperial College of Science Technology and Medicine at the University of London in 1991. Prior to that, he completed his M.Sc. in Ingeniería Eléctrica at the Instituto Politécnico Nacional in Mexico in 1987. His educational journey began with a B.E. in Ingeniero Mecánico Electricista from the Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara in Guadalajara, Mexico, in 1984. With a diverse academic background spanning institutions in both the United Kingdom and Mexico, he has cultivated a rich foundation in electrical engineering and related fields.

 

Awards and Achievements: 🏆👏

He has garnered numerous accolades and recognitions throughout his distinguished career. In 2023, his paper titled “A Data-Driven Under Frequency Load Shedding Scheme in Power Systems,” co-authored by Hemin Golpira, Hassan Bevrani, Bruno Francois, and himself, was selected as one of the five outstanding papers by the IEEE Transactions on Power Systems. In 2018, he received the IEEE Power System Dynamic Performance (PSDP) Committee Prize Paper Award for the paper “A Dynamic Mode Decomposition Framework for Global Power System Oscillation Analysis,” authored by E. Barocio, B. C. Pal, N. F. Thornhill, and A. R. Messina. The year 2013 brought him the IEEE Power Engineering Society, Power System Dynamic Performance Committee, Technical Committee Working Group Recognition Award for his contributions to the “Identification of Electromechanical Modes.

” His significant contributions to the analysis of electric power systems led to his election as a Fellow of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) in 2012. Among other notable awards, he received the Knowledge Leadership Award in 2011 for his paper on modal analysis of inter-area oscillations in the Mexican interconnected system. Additionally, he was recognized in 2006 with the IEEE Power Engineering Society, Power System Dynamic Performance Committee, Technical Committee Working Group Recognition Award for his involvement in the “Task Force on Assessing the Need to Include Higher-Order Terms for Small-Signal (Modal) Analysis.” Notably, in 1987, he graduated with honors and academic distinction, earning a Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering-Power Systems from the National Polytechnic Institute of Mexico.

Academic Experience

He has held a distinguished academic position as a Professor in the Graduate Studies Program in Electrical Engineering at Cinvestav del IPN since 1997. His commitment to advancing knowledge extends globally, as evidenced by his various visiting appointments at renowned institutions. In 2005-2006, he served as a Visiting Research Associate in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ, USA. Further expanding his academic reach, he was a Visiting Professor at Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa, USA, in 2003-2004, and at Imperial College of Science Technology and Medicine in London, UK, in 1998.

Prior to these international positions, from 1995 to 1997, he held the role of Visiting Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at the Universidad de Guadalajara in Guadalajara, Mexico. His academic journey began in 1986, and over the course of nearly a decade, until 1995, he served as a Professor in the Graduate Studies Program in Electrical Engineering at the National Polytechnic Institute in Mexico. Through these roles, he has made significant contributions to the field and has played a pivotal role in shaping the education and research landscape in electrical engineering.

Professional Activities

He has actively contributed to various facets of the electrical engineering community through his extensive involvement in professional committees and editorial roles. From 2023 to 2024, he served as a Member of the IEEE Fellow Committee, demonstrating his commitment to recognizing excellence in the field. In the previous year, from 2022 to 2023, he continued his involvement as a Member. His leadership skills were evident from 2016 to 2019 when he served as the Chairman of the Power System Stability Control Subcommittee within the Power Systems Dynamic Committee at IEEE. In 2013, he became a member of the Editorial Advisory Panel of the Journal Electric Power Systems Research, showcasing his dedication to advancing scholarly publications.

He assumed the role of Editor for the Electric Power Components & Systems Journal in 2013, further contributing to the dissemination of knowledge in the field. Additionally, from 2012 to 2018, he served as the Secretary of the Power System Stability Control Subcommittee within the Power Systems Dynamic Committee at IEEE. His editorial contributions extended to serving as an Associate Editor for the IEEE Transactions on Power Systems from 2011 to 2018. Since 2009, he has been a member of the Editorial Board for Electric Power Components and Systems and the International Journal on Power Systems Optimization. Furthermore, from 2009 to 2011, he contributed his expertise as a member of the Editorial Board for The Open Electrical & Electronic Engineering Journal. His multifaceted involvement highlights his dedication to advancing the field both in terms of academic publications and professional committee responsibilities.

Books and book chapters

1. Arturo Román Messina, Wide-area Monitoring of Interconnected Power Systems
(Segunda edición), IET The Institution of Engineering and Technology, IET Energy
Engineering 213, 2022
2. Hemin Golpira, A. Roman Messina, Renewable Integrated Power System Stability and
Control, IEEE-Wiley, 2021
3. Arturo R. Messina, Data Fusion and Data Mining for Power System Monitoring, CRC
Press, USA, 2020.
4. Arturo R. Messina (Editor), Power System Stability and Control. 17th Edition of the
Standard Handbook for Electrical Engineers, McGraw-Hill, Section 20, 2018, pp. 1239-
1327.
5. Arturo R. Messina, Rafael Castellanos, Claudia M. Castro, Emilio Barocio, Armando
Jiménez Zavala, “Large-Scale Wind Generation Development in the Mexican Power
Grid: Impact Studies, Handbook of Distributed Generation, Springer Verlag, March
2017, pp. 109-148.
3. A. R. Messina, Wide-Area Monitoring of Large Power Systems, IET, London, U.K.,
2015
4. A. R. Messina, R. Castellanos, R. Betancourt, “Advanced Wide-Area angle stability and
voltage control”, (ebook) 2011, Nova Science Publishers, Inc., NY, USA
5. Arturo Roman Messina (Editor), Interarea Oscillations in Power Systems: A
Nonlinear and Nonstationary Perspective, Power Electronics and Power Systems Series,
Springer Verlag, New York, March 2009.
6. T.J. Browne, V. Vittal, G.T. Heydt, and A.R. Messina, “Practical Application of Hilbert
Transform Techniques in Identifying Inter-area Oscillations,” in Inter-area Oscillations
in Power Systems – A Nonlinear and Nonstationary Perspective, pp. 101-126, Springer,
2009.

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Zhang Yiwei- Network Science – Best Researcher Award

Zhang Yiwei- Network Science

Dr. Zhang Yiwei  distinguished academic and researcher in the field Network Science. He is currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics at Southern University of Science and Technology. His primary research interests in pure mathematics revolve around the interplay of dynamical systems, ergodic theory, probability theory, and optimizations. His work delves into the statistical properties of dynamical systems, particularly those generated by iterations of maps exhibiting a certain level of hyperbolicity. Emphasizing probabilistic studies, he explores topics such as ergodic optimization and thermodynamics formalism problems associated with the invariant measures of these systems.

Beyond theoretical pursuits, he actively engages in the practical applications of his research, modeling dynamics in real-world systems such as data-driven dynamical systems in cell biology and neuroscience. With an impressive track record, he has authored 24 manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals, collaborated with distinguished mathematicians, and received prestigious awards, including the Chen Shengshen Prize of Mathematics from the Chinese Mathematical Society and the Marc Yor Prize from the French Academy of Sciences. Notably, in 2020, he and his collaborators successfully resolved a 20-year-long standing conjecture in ergodic optimization originally proposed by Professors G. Yuan and B. Hunt at the University of Maryland in 1999.

Professional Profiles:

Publication
• Jian Ding, Zhiqiang Li and Yiwei Zhang, On the prevalence of the periodicity of maximizing
measures, Accepted for publication in Advance in Mathematics, (2023).
• Xiaobo Hou, Xueting Tian, and Yiwei Zhang, Topological structures on saturated sets,
optimal orbits and equilibrium states, Discrete Contin. Dyn. Syst. Series A, (2023), no. 43,
771-806.
2 • Xiankun Ren, Wenda Zhang, Yiwei Zhang, Upper capacity entropy and packing entropy
of saturated sets for amenable group actions, Discrete Contin. Dyn. Syst. Series A, (2023)
no. 43, 2812-2834.
• Jianyu Chen, Hongkun Zhang, and Yiwei Zhang, On Coupling Lemma and Stochastic
Properties for One-dimensional Expanding Maps, J. Dyn Differ Equat. (2022).
• Stefano Galatalo, Mark Holland, Tomas Persson and Yiwei Zhang, Anomalous time-scaling
of extreme events in infinite systems and Birkhoff sums of infinite observables, Discrete
Contin. Dyn. Syst. Series A, 41(2021), no.4, 1799-1841.
• Lulu Fang, Hiroki Takahasi and Yiwei Zhang, Precise asymptotics on the Birkhoff sums
for dynamical systems, Nonlinearity, 34(2021), no. 10, 7095-7108.
• Charles Bordenave, Yanqi Qiu and Yiwei Zhang, Spectral gap of sparse bistochastic matrices with exchangeable rows, Annales de l’Institut Henri Poincar´e – Probabilit´es et
Statistiques, 56(2020), no. 4, 2971-2995;
• Qianying Xiao and Yiwei Zhang, On the computation of extended rescaled Poincar´e map
for singular vector fields, Dyn. Syst, 35(2020), no. 2, 259-274.
• Hongfei Cui, Lulu Fang, Yiwei Zhang, A note on the run length function for intermittent
maps, J. Math. Anal. Appl. 472(2019), no.1, 937-946.
• Jiaojiao Yang, Min Wu, and Yiwei Zhang, Quasi-Lipschitz mapping, correlation and local
dimensions, Chaos, Solitons & Fractals, 105(2017), 224-229.
• Junlin Li, Hongbo Fu, Ziying He and Yiwei Zhang, Strong approximation rate for Wiener
process by fast oscillating integrated Ornstein-Uhlenbeck processes, Chaos, Solitons & Fractals. 113(2018), 314-325.
• Byott Nigel P., Lin Congping and Yiwei Zhang. On the mixing properties of piecewise
expanding maps under composition with permutations II: Maps of non-constant orientation,
Stoch. Dyn. 16(2016), no. 3. 1660013
• Ana Rodrigues and Yiwei Zhang, Fair measure and fair entropy for non-Markov interval
maps, Stoch. Dyn. (2016), no. 16, 1750035.
• Bochi Jairo and Yiwei Zhang, Ergodic optimization of prevalent super-continuous functions, Int. Math. Res. Not. IMRN(2016), no. 19, 5988-6017.

Abdul Ahad- Network – Young Scientist Award

Abdul Ahad- Network

Dr. Abdul Ahad  distinguished academic and researcher in the field Network. Throughout his academic and professional journey, he actively participated in various workshops to enhance his skills and contribute to the academic community. He attended a 1-Day Faculty/Quality Directions Training on “Outcome Based Education” organized by the Pakistan Engineering Council at UMT, Sialkot, Pakistan. Additionally, he engaged in a series of workshops at the same institution, including a hands-on training workshop on Outcome Based Education (OBE) facilitated by Dr. Abdul Ahad, as well as workshops on writing top-notch research papers, streamlining writing with Overleaf/LaTeX, and launching research journeys.

Dr. Abdul Ahad also conducted a workshop on “Unveiling the Causes of Delay in Attaining PhD and Master’s Degrees: Strategies and Solutions for Timely Completion” at Govt. Degree College, Kabal, Swat, Pakistan, addressing the concerns of students. Further expanding his reach, he conducted a workshop on “Empowering Your Academic Writing with Overleaf/LaTeX” at Taylor’s University of Malaysia. These experiences underscore his commitment to professional development and knowledge dissemination in the realms of education and research.

Education

He earned his Ph.D. in Computer Science from Sunway University, Malaysia, spanning the years 2018 to 2022. Prior to his doctoral studies, he completed a Master’s degree in Computer Science at the Virtual University of Pakistan from 2015 to 2017. Earlier in his academic journey, he obtained a Master of Science degree in Computer Science from Swat University of Pakistan between 2012 and 2014. Complementing his academic achievements, he also pursued professional development by earning a Bachelor’s of Education (Be.D.) from Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad, Pakistan, during the academic year 2013 to 2014. Additionally, he holds a Diploma in Information Technology (DIT) from the Board of Technical Education, Peshawar, Pakistan. This comprehensive educational background reflects his dedication to advancing his knowledge and expertise in the fields of Computer Science and Information Technology.

Professional Profiles:

Employment History

In his multifaceted employment history, he has showcased versatility and expertise in various roles. Currently serving as a Visiting Researcher at Istanbul Technical University, Turkey, he is actively engaged in cutting-edge projects. His focus includes energy-efficient routing in Heterogeneous 5G Wireless Sensor Networks using game theory and the development of a heart stroke detection system employing Fuzzy K-Nearest Neighbor and Artificial Neural Network with Chi-Square and Best First Search algorithms.

Prior to this, he served as a Data Processing Officer for the Government of Pakistan, Revenue Department, where he managed data, implemented information systems, ensured data security, and handled backup and recovery processes. Concurrently, he held the position of Visiting Lecturer and Research Assistant at The University of Buner, Pakistan, where he contributed to both teaching and research endeavors, overseeing undergraduate and graduate students. His prior experiences also encompassed roles as a Teaching Assistant at Sunway University, Malaysia, and as a Visiting Lecturer at Govt. PG. Jahanzeb College Swat, Pakistan.

Earlier in his career, he served as an O & A Level Teacher and Network Administrator at The City School Swat Campus, responsible for teaching, network design, and maintenance. He also worked as a Network Administrator at Maxtech Institute, Virtual University Campus Mingora, Swat, Pakistan, where he played a pivotal role in network design, implementation, and maintenance, emphasizing security protocols. This comprehensive narrative reflects his extensive and dynamic professional journey across academia, research, and technology-driven roles.

Member of Conferences
In his commitment to advancing research and fostering collaboration, he has actively participated in several prominent international conferences and academic networks. Serving as the Workshop Chair, Sessions Chair, and Reviewer for the IEEE Conference Turkey 2023: The 10th International Conference on Wireless Networks and Mobile Communications, he demonstrated his leadership and expertise in the field.
Additionally, he contributed to the EAI HealthyIoT Conference Portugal 2023 as a Technical Committee Member, Sessions Chair, and Reviewer, showcasing his involvement in IoT technologies for healthcare. Similarly, he played key roles in the EAI GOODTECHS Conference Portugal 2023, serving as a Technical Committee Member, Sessions Chair, and Reviewer, emphasizing smart objects and technologies for social good.
Further extending his influence, he assumed the responsibilities of Workshop Chair, Sessions Chair, and Reviewer at the IEEE Conference Saudi Arabia 2023: International Conference on Smart Computing and Application. In tandem with his conference engagements, he holds memberships in various European Cooperation in Science and Technology (COST) Actions, including CA22104 (Behavioral Next Generation in Wireless Networks for Cyber Security), CA20104 (Network on evidence-based physical activity in old age – PhysAgeNet), CA19121 (Network on Privacy-Aware Audio- and Video-Based Applications for Active and Assisted Living – GoodBrother), and CA19136 (International Interdisciplinary Network on Smart Healthy Age-friendly Environments – NET4AGE-FRIENDLY). Through his active involvement in these conferences and networks, he has significantly contributed to the advancement of knowledge and collaboration in his areas of expertise.
Areas of Interest
Research interests include 5G, 6G, Internet of Things, Smart Healthcare, Smart Cities, Wireless Networks, Wireless Body Area Networks (WBAN), Security and Privacy, Intelligent
Transportation and Artificial Intelligence.
Journal Reviewer
I regularly review many journals and conferences including Future Generation Computer
Systems, IEEE Access, IEEE Sensor, Computer Networks, Internet of Things (Elsevier), Connection Sciences, Peer J: Computer Sciences, International Journal of Distributed Sensor
Networks, Applied Sciences, MDPI Sensors, Array and others.
Research Publications
1 Ahad, A., Ali, Z., Mateen, A., Tahir, M., Hannan, A., Garcia, N. M., & Pires, I. M. (2023). A comprehensive
review on 5g-based smart healthcare network security: Taxonomy, issues, solutions and future research
directions. Array, 100290.
2 Butt, H. A., Ahad, A., Wasim, M., Shayea, I., Coelho, P. J., Pires, I. M., & Garcia, N. M. (2023). Federated
machine learning in 5g smart healthcare: A security perspective review. Procedia Computer Science, 224,
580–586.
3 Mateen, A., Wasim, M., Ahad, A., Ashfaq, T., Iqbal, M., & Ali, A. (2023). Smart energy management
system for minimizing electricity cost and peak to average ratio in residential areas with hybrid genetic
flower pollination algorithm. Alexandria Engineering Journal, 77, 593–611.
4 Mughees, A., Tahir, M., Sheikh, M. A., Amphawan, A., Meng, Y. K., Ahad, A., & Chamran, K. (2023).
Energy-efficient joint resource allocation in 5g hetnet using multi-agent parameterized deep
reinforcement learning. Physical Communication, 102206.
5 Noreen, R., Zafar, A., Waheed, T., Wasim, M., Ahad, A., Coelho, P. J., & Pires, I. M. (2023). Unraveling the
inner world of phd scholars with sentiment analysis for mental health prognosis. Behaviour &
Information Technology, 1–13.
6 Ahad, A., & Tahir, M. (2022). Perspective—6g and iot for intelligent healthcare: Challenges and future
research directions. ECS Sensors Plus.
8 Ahad, A., Tahir, M., Sheikh, M. A., Ahmed, K. I., & Mughees, A. (2021). An intelligent clustering-based
routing protocol (crp-gr) for 5g-based smart healthcare using game theory and reinforcement learning.
Applied Sciences, 11(21), 9993.
9 Istiaque Ahmed, K., Tahir, M., Hadi Habaebi, M., Lun Lau, S., & Ahad, A. (2021). Machine learning for
authentication and authorization in iot: Taxonomy, challenges and future research direction. Sensors,
21(15), 5122.
10 Mughees, A., Tahir, M., Sheikh, M. A., & Ahad, A. (2021b). Energy-efficient ultra-dense 5g networks:
Recent advances, taxonomy and future research directions. IEEE Access.
11 Ahad, A., Tahir, M., Aman Sheikh, M., Ahmed, K. I., Mughees, A., & Numani, A. (2020). Technologies
trend towards 5g network for smart health-care using iot: A review. Sensors, 20(14), 4047.
12 Mughees, A., Tahir, M., Sheikh, M. A., & Ahad, A. (2020). Towards energy efficient 5g networks using
machine learning: Taxonomy, research challenges, and future research directions. IEEE Access, 8,
187498–187522.
13 Tahir, M., Habaebi, M. H., Dabbagh, M., Mughees, A., Ahad, A., & Ahmed, K. I. (2020). A review on
application of blockchain in 5g and beyond networks: Taxonomy, field-trials, challenges and
opportunities. IEEE Access, 8, 115876–115904.
14 Ahad, A., Tahir, M., & Yau, K.-L. A. (2019). 5g-based smart healthcare network: Architecture, taxonomy,
challenges and future research directions. IEEE access, 7, 100747–100762.
15 Ahad, A., Al Faisal, S., Ali, F., Jan, B., Ullah, N. et al. (2017). Design and performance analysis of dss (dual
sink based scheme) protocol for wbasns. Advances in Remote Sensing, 6(04), 245.
16 Ahad, A., Tariq, L., Niaz, S., & Inam, M. (2017). Design of secure and traceable requirement engineering
process for security-sensitive projects. Journal of Software Engineering and Applications, 10(12), 873–883.
17 Ahad, A., Ullah, Z., Amin, B., & Ahmad, A. (2017). Comparison of energy efficient routing protocols in
wireless sensor network. Am. J. Netw. Commun, 6, 67–73.

Kareem M. Selem – Network Science and Graph Analytics – Best Researcher Award

Kareem M. Selem – Network Science and Graph Analytics

Dr.   Kareem M. Selem distinguished academic and researcher in the field Network science and Graph Analytics. My academic journey began with undergraduate studies from October 2010 to May 2014, where I pursued a BSc in Hotel Management from the Faculty of Tourism and Hotels at Suez Canal University in Ismailia, Egypt. I successfully obtained a degree with a remarkable 87.17%, earning an Excellent with honors.

Education

From January 2020 to October 2022, I pursued my doctoral studies, obtaining a PhD in Hotel Management from the Faculty of Tourism and Hotels at Suez Canal University in Ismailia, Egypt. My research focused on the intersection of business economics and emerging technology, specifically exploring the impact of creative destruction to achieve sustainable competitive advantage through augmented reality. The dissertation delved into the application of augmented reality in five-star hotels, employing a creative destruction approach to practices. Through an experimental study, I assessed the effectiveness of augmented reality in enhancing the hotel workplace, enabling employees to develop their knowledge and unleash latent talents. I received an excellent degree with a recommendation to publish the thesis at the level of Egyptian and Arab universities.

Prior to my doctoral studies, I completed my Master’s degree from October 2016 to October 2019, earning an MSc in Hotel Management from the same faculty. My master’s thesis, titled “Assessment of occupational health and safety measures for staff in the food and beverage department: Applied to some three-star hotels,” focused on managing human resources in the service sector, particularly the hospitality industry. The research centered on implementing global standards, specifically “ISO 45001-2018,” to ensure strict measures for maintaining the health and safety of employees in the workplace. I received an excellent degree with a recommendation to publish the thesis at the level of Egyptian and Arab universities.

Professional Profiles:

REVIEWER (Journals – ad hoc and regular)
 Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Management – (Q1/SSCI)
 International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management – (Q1/SSCI)
 Tourism Management Perspectives – (Q1/SSCI)
 International Journal of Hospitality Management – (Q1/SSCI)
 Frontiers in Psychology – (Q1/SSCI)
 Heliyon – (Q2/SCIE)
 Tourism and Hospitality Management – (Q3/ESCI)
WORKSHOPS

In December 2023, he actively participated in two valuable workshops organized by the Elsevier Researcher Academy. The first workshop, held on the 1st of December 2023, focused on “How to identify research gaps.” This session likely provided him with insights and strategies to enhance his ability to discern gaps in existing research, a crucial skill for any researcher looking to contribute meaningfully to their field.

Shortly thereafter, on the 11th of December 2023, he engaged in another workshop titled “Funding hacks for researchers.” This session, hosted by Elsevier Researcher Academy, likely equipped him with practical knowledge and strategies to secure funding for his research endeavors, an essential aspect of advancing in the academic and research domains.

Additionally, he attended a workshop on the 16th of October 2023, which centered around the topic of “Using proper manuscript language.” This workshop, also organized by Elsevier Researcher Academy, likely provided him with valuable insights into crafting manuscripts effectively, ensuring that his research findings are communicated in a clear and compelling manner for publication.

These workshops, collectively, reflect his commitment to continuous learning and professional development, showcasing a proactive approach to staying abreast of the latest tools, methodologies, and best practices in the realm of research and academia.

 

AWARDS
On the 18th of November 2023, he participated in a significant event at Suez Canal University in Ismailia, Egypt. The focus of this event was “International Publishing in Humanities and Social Sciences within High Impact Factor Journals.” By attending this event, he likely gained valuable insights into the intricacies of publishing research in international journals with high impact factors. Such knowledge is crucial for researchers in the humanities and social sciences, as it aids in understanding the standards and requirements necessary to contribute to reputable and influential academic publications. This event at Suez Canal University likely served as a platform for enhancing his understanding of the publishing landscape and honing the skills needed to disseminate his research effectively on an international scale.
OTHER ACTIVITIES

Since November 2016, I have been actively engaged in various roles within the Faculty of Tourism and Hotels at Suez Canal University in Egypt. My journey began with my involvement in the Information Technology Unit from November 2017 to February 2022, where I contributed to the technological advancements within the faculty. Subsequently, I transitioned into the role of overseeing Strategic Planning Standards, a position I have held since November 2016.

In May 2021, I extended my influence by becoming a part of the Academic and Educational Programs Standard committee, demonstrating my commitment to enhancing the quality and standards of educational offerings within the faculty. Furthermore, in December 2021, I took on responsibilities within the International Cooperation Unit, emphasizing my dedication to fostering global collaborations and partnerships.

My involvement has continued to evolve, and since November 2023, I have been an active member of the Cultural Relations Committee. This ongoing commitment reflects my dedication to promoting cultural exchange and understanding within the academic community at Suez Canal University. Overall, my multifaceted engagement demonstrates my comprehensive contribution to the Faculty of Tourism and Hotels, aligning with its objectives and fostering its continuous development.

WORKING EXPERIENCE

Since March 2016, he has been actively involved in the academic field, progressing through various roles within the Hotel Management Department at the Faculty of Tourism and Hotels, Suez Canal University in Egypt. Starting as a Demonstrator, he imparted knowledge in areas such as Hotel Cost Accounting, Hotel Marketing Management, Hospitality Industry Principles, and Housekeeping and Décor Management.

His dedication and expertise led to his promotion to Assistant Lecturer from October 2019 to December 2022, during which he expanded his instructional repertoire to include subjects like Hotel Environment Management, Market Research, Management Information Systems, Food and Beverage Quality Control, and Human Resource Development. Continuing his academic journey, he currently serves as a Lecturer from January 2023, covering a diverse range of topics such as Crisis Management in the Hospitality Industry, Social Media Management, Computer Applications in Hotels, Occupational Health and Safety Management, Restaurant Service Arts, Food and Beverages Safety, Banquet and Conference Management, Strategic Planning in the Hospitality Industry, International Cuisines, Principles of Statistics, and Front Office Management.

Concurrently, he has taken on the responsibility of mentoring PhD candidates, focusing on the application of artificial intelligence in Egyptian hotels since December 2022. Additionally, he holds the position of Coordinator for the Scientific Research Standard at the Faculty of Tourism and Hotels, actively contributing to the academic and research excellence of the institution since June 2023.

PUBLICATIONS