Yufei Li | Technological Networks | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Yufei Li | Technological Networks | Research Excellence Award

Tongji University | China

Prof. Yufei Li is a Chief Physician and Associate Professor at Shanghai East Hospital Affiliated to Tongji University, a nationally recognized Grade III comprehensive hospital ranked among the top 5% of public hospitals in China. With extensive clinical and academic experience, Prof. Li specializes in surgical planning, high-quality operative care, and the training and supervision of junior physicians to ensure medical safety and excellence. He also serves as Chief Physician of the Medical Cosmetic Center and Head of the Medical Cosmetic Team at Tongji Hospital Affiliated to Tongji University, the only Grade 3A general hospital in Putuo District. In this role, he has led the establishment of a professional hair transplantation team and advanced a wide range of medical cosmetic procedures, including facial reconstruction, fat filling, and breast augmentation. Prof. Li holds a Doctorate in Clinical Medicine from Southern Medical University and advanced degrees in plastic surgery and clinical medicine from leading medical universities in China.

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Amjed Ali | Social Networks | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Amjed Ali | Social Networks | Research Excellence Award

Capital University of Science and Technology | Pakistan

Mr. Amjed Ali is an accomplished education management professional with over 12 years of progressive experience in student administration, program development, and stakeholder engagement across large vocational and higher education environments. He has a proven ability to lead multi-site teams, manage complex projects, and drive continuous improvement in student services and academic operations. His expertise spans curriculum design, policy implementation, and accreditation processes, with a strong record of collaboration with international partners such as UNDP, GIZ, the World Bank, and leading Chinese universities. Serving as the institutional focal person for international collaborations and accreditations, he represents organizations with global partners including the International Road Transport Union (IRU) and City & Guilds UK. He is experienced in preparing strategic briefs and presentations for senior leadership and actively contributes to high-level policy and decision-making forums, being widely recognized for his strategic leadership, analytical insight, and commitment to delivering high-quality student experiences through efficient and compliant administrative systems.

Profiles: Orcid

"Space-time processing for inflight broadband connectivity: critical analysis, challenges, and future directions", Frontiers of Information Technology & Electronic Engineering, Amjed Ali; Noor Muhammad Khan, 2025.

 

Habtamu Ayalew Engida | Mathematical Modelling | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Habtamu Ayalew Engida | Mathematical Modelling | Editorial Board Member

Debre Markos University | Ethiopia

Dr. Habtamu Ayalew Engida is an accomplished mathematician specializing in Computational and Applied Mathematics, holding a Ph.D. in Mathematics from the Pan African University, Institute for Basic Sciences, Technology and Innovation (PAUSTI), Nairobi, Kenya, where he successfully defended his thesis on “Evolution and Co-Dynamics of Melioidosis and Leptospirosis Diseases with Optimal Control and Cost-Effectiveness Analysis” in March 2023. He earned his MSc in Mathematics (Applied Stream) with Very Great Distinction from Mekelle University in 2013 and his BSc in Applied Mathematics, also with Very Great Distinction, from the University of Gondar in 2011. Since July 2013, Dr. Habtamu has served as a Lecturer, Seminar Project Advisor, and Community Service Provider in the Department of Applied Mathematics at Debre Markos University, Ethiopia, contributing over a decade of expertise in teaching, academic advising, and professional consultation to both regular and extension students across public and private institutions. His instructional portfolio includes courses such as Numerical Analysis, Number Theory, Discrete Mathematics and Graph Theory, Introduction to Topology, and Functions of Complex Variables, reflecting his broad academic proficiency and commitment to advancing mathematical education and research.

Profiles: Scopus

Featured Publications

"Malaria and leptospirosis co-infection: A mathematical model analysis with optimal control and cost-effectiveness analysis", Habtamu Ayalew Engida, Scientific African, 2025.

Sucheta Pradhan | Data Analysis | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Sucheta Pradhan | Data Analysis | Best Researcher Award

Melbourne University | Australia

Sucheta Pradhan is a dedicated researcher currently pursuing her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Engineering and IT at the University of Melbourne, Australia, under the Department of Infrastructure Engineering, where her thesis focuses on “An investigation into Atmospheric Rivers and their potential impact on extreme rainfall and flooding in Australia.” She holds a Master of Technology in Land and Water Resource Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur, with an impressive CGPA of 9.34/10, and a Bachelor of Technology in Agricultural Engineering from Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology, Bhubaneswar, where she graduated as a Gold Medalist with a CGPA of 8.76/10. Her research explores climate extremes, hydrology, and atmospheric science, with publications in reputed journals such as the Journal of Hydrology, and manuscripts under review in Weather and Climate Extremes and Communications Earth & Environment. She has presented her work at international forums including the EGU General Assembly (2022, 2025) and AGU Fall Meeting (2021). Alongside her research, she has served as a tutor for several environmental and engineering courses at the University of Melbourne. Sucheta is a national rank holder in the 2020 GATE Examination (AIR 106) and recipient of multiple academic honors, including OUAT Merit Scholarship and postgraduate stipends. She has also completed professional training in Data Analytics with Python (IIT Roorkee), Remote Sensing and GIS, and industrial internships in solar systems and agricultural machinery. Her academic journey reflects a strong commitment to advancing research on climate-induced hydrological risks and sustainable environmental solutions.

Profiles: Scopus | Orcid | Google Scholar

Featured Publications

"Atmospheric rivers and Australian precipitation: Impact of detection algorithm choice," S Pradhan, C Wasko, MC Peel, Journal of Hydrology, 2025

"Atmospheric Rivers intensify extreme precipitation and flooding across Australia," S Pradhan, C Wasko, MC Peel, Weather and Climate Extremes, 2025

"Global scale impact of atmospheric rivers on the severity of flooding", MP Sucheta Pradhan, Conrad Wasko EGU General Assembly Conference Abstracts, 2025

"Multivariate Approach Reveals a Higher Likelihood of Compound Heat Stress-Pluvial Floods in Urban India", P Ganguli, S Pradhan, Authorea Preprints, 2022

"Multivariate Approach Reveals a Higher Likelihood of Compound Warm-wet Spells in Urban India" S Pradhan, P Ganguli, EGU General Assembly Conference Abstracts, 2022

Damandeep Kaur | Technological Networks | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Damandeep Kaur | Technological Networks | Best Researcher Award

Institute of Applied Physics 'Nello Carrara' | Italy

Dr. Damandeep Kaur is a dedicated researcher in Materials Science and Engineering, currently serving as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Institute of Applied Physics, CNR, Florence (since July 2024). She earned her Ph.D. (2017–2022) from Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology, Patiala, India, where her thesis focused on biobased silica from rice husk and straw for the synthesis of biocompatible glasses. She also holds an M.Sc. in Physics (2011–2013) from Kanya Maha Vidyalaya, Jalandhar, affiliated with Guru Nanak Dev University, where she studied the optical properties of magnesium borate glasses. With over a decade of academic and research experience, she previously served as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Trento, Italy (2022–2024), and as a Teaching Associate at Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology (2018–2021). Dr. Kaur has actively participated in numerous international conferences, workshops, and schools across Europe and North America, including events organized by the American Ceramics Society and European Ceramics Society. She is an active member of several professional bodies such as the American Ceramics Society, European Ceramics Society (Italy chapter), and the Royal Society of Chemistry, and contributes to the research community as a reviewer for Frontiers in Oncology. Her technical skills are enhanced through specialized training in COMSOL Multiphysics, MATLAB, and IELTS C1 certification, reflecting her strong interdisciplinary expertise in materials science, optics, and applied research.

Profiles: Scopus |  Orcid | Google Scholar

Featured Publications

"Structural, luminescent and in vitro studies of europium-doped soda lime phosphate glasses, Luminescence, Priya, R.; Kaur, D.; Attri, K.; Kaur, S.; Sharda, D.; Choudhury, D.; Pandey, O.P., 2024"

"Production of silica nanoparticles from rice husk and rice straw by fungal-mediated biotransformation using Pleurotus florida, Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery, Kaur, D.; Pandey, O.P.; Reddy, M.S., 2023"

"Effect of Crystalline Ceramic Oxide on the Densification-Crystallization Behavior of Binary Lithium-Di Silicate Glass Compositions, Proceedings of the American Society for Composites - 37th Technical Conference, ASC 2022, Rahman, A.; Kaur, D., 2022"

"In-vitro Reactivity and Antibacterial Activity of Agro-waste Derived Silicate and Phosphate Glasses, Research Square, Kaur, D.; Reddy, M.S.; Pandey, O.P., 2021"

"Agro waste as a source of bioactive glass for targeted drug delivery and bone implantation, Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology, Damandeep Kaur, 2021"

Frank Charles DHIN ETIA | Economy of Networks | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Frank Charles DHIN ETIA | Economy of Networks | Best Researcher Award

University of Garoua/ ESSEC Business School of Garoua | Cameroon

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Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Frank Charles Dhin Etia demonstrated a strong commitment to academic excellence from the outset of his career. He earned a Diploma of Advanced Professional Studies in Entrepreneurial Management (2017–2018) from the École Supérieure des Sciences Économiques et Commerciales (ESSEC), University of Douala, Cameroon. Building on this foundation, he pursued a Ph.D. in Economic Sciences at the Faculty of Economics and Applied Management, University of Douala, completing it between 2022 and 2023. These formative experiences reflect his rigorous academic preparation and his early dedication to addressing critical economic challenges.

Professional Endeavors

Dr. Etia has cultivated extensive professional experience in both teaching and research. From 2020 to 2023, he served as Monitor at the Faculty of Economics and Applied Management, University of Douala, overseeing tutorials, examinations, and faculty operations. Subsequently, he took on the role of Research Assistant (2024–2025) at ESSEC Business School of Garoua, University of Garoua, where he taught courses in microeconomics, development financing, global economic analysis, and the history of economic facts. His responsibilities also included supervising internship reports, marking examinations, and ensuring the smooth administration of academic programs.

Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Etia’s research primarily addresses socio-economic determinants and public policy implications in the Cameroonian context. His notable publications include “Socio-Economic Determinants of Water Treatment Choices in Cameroonian Households: Implications for Public Policy” (2025, World Water Policy) and “Les déterminants d’accès à l’eau potable au Cameroun” (2022, Revue Africaine de Développement). These works highlight his focus on water access, public policy, and development economics, reflecting both scholarly rigor and practical relevance.

Impact and Influence

Through his teaching and research, Dr. Etia has significantly influenced students, colleagues, and policymakers. His supervision of academic projects and internships ensures that emerging economists gain hands-on experience in both theoretical and applied economic analysis. His publications contribute to informed decision-making in public policy, particularly in areas concerning essential services like water access, demonstrating measurable societal impact.

Academic Citations

While relatively early in his academic career, Dr. Etia’s publications have already begun attracting attention in the fields of development economics and public policy. His work is cited for its methodological clarity and relevance to African socio-economic contexts, serving as a foundation for further research in economic determinants of household behavior and public service provision.

Legacy and Future Contributions

Dr. Etia’s dedication to teaching, research, and academic mentorship positions him as a rising scholar in the field of economics. His ongoing research promises to deepen understanding of socio-economic challenges in Cameroon and across Africa. By fostering the next generation of economists and contributing to evidence-based public policy, he is building a lasting legacy of scholarship with tangible societal benefits.

Conclusion

Dr. Frank Charles Dhin Etia exemplifies the integration of rigorous academic training, practical professional experience, and impactful research. His contributions to economic research, education, and public policy highlight his potential to advance both knowledge and societal well-being. As an emerging leader in economics, his continued scholarship and mentorship promise to yield lasting influence in academia and beyond.

Notable Publications

“Socio‐Economic Determinants of Water Treatment Choices in Cameroonian Households: Implications for Public Policy" 

  • Author: Frank Charles Dhin Etia; Gregory Mvogo
  • Journal: World Water Policy
  • Year: 2025

“Determinants of access to drinking water in Cameroon" 

  • Author: Frank Charles Dhin Etia; Gregory Mvogo; Bidiasse Honoré
  • Journal: African Development Review
  • Year: 2022

 

 

Hongjuan Yang | Technological Networks | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Hongjuan Yang | Technological Networks | Best Researcher Award

Jiangnan University | China

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EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Dr. Hongjuan Yang began her academic journey with a Bachelor’s degree in Electronic Information Engineering from the Ocean University of China in 2017. Demonstrating early promise and commitment to scientific advancement, she pursued a doctoral degree in Acoustics at the prestigious Institute of Acoustics, Chinese Academy of Sciences. Under the supervision of Academician Chenghao Wang, she specialized in ultrasonic imaging, laying a strong theoretical and technical foundation that would shape her future contributions in the field of nondestructive testing and composite materials.

PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Dr. Yang’s professional trajectory has been marked by a steady progression in academia and research. After completing her doctorate, she joined the Dalian University of Technology as a postdoctoral researcher and assistant researcher from 2022 to 2025, where she focused on ultrasonic phased array inspection of composite materials under the guidance of Professor Zhanjun Wu. In July 2025, she was appointed Associate Professor at Jiangnan University, China, further establishing her academic presence and leadership in ultrasonic diagnostics and structural health monitoring.

CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS ON TECHNOLOGICAL NETWORKS

Dr. Yang’s primary research contributions revolve around ultrasonic wave propagation, phased array imaging, and nondestructive evaluation of advanced composite materials, particularly carbon fiber-reinforced polymers (CFRPs). Her work innovatively integrates energy compensation algorithms, reverse time migration, and machine learning to improve the detection and imaging of structural defects in composite structures. She has led national-level scientific projects, including the Youth Science Fund of the National Natural Science Foundation of China and a Doctoral Research Startup Project under the Liaoning Provincial Natural Science Foundation. These projects highlight her technical ingenuity in developing new methods for ultrasonic inspection of irregular and thick-walled CFRPs.

IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

Dr. Yang’s influence in the field of ultrasonic imaging and nondestructive evaluation is evident through her impressive portfolio of scholarly publications and citations. As the first or corresponding author, she has published nine SCI-indexed papers—six of which appeared in JCR Q1 journals—alongside four EI-indexed papers. Her publications in leading journals such as Ultrasonics, Composite Structures, and Measurement demonstrate both breadth and depth in theoretical and applied acoustics. Notably, one of her review papers has amassed 85 citations, and another has been recognized as a “highly cited paper” with 161 citations, underscoring the academic relevance and practical significance of her work.

ACADEMIC CITES AND PATENTS

Dr. Yang’s academic visibility is amplified by the high citation rates of her most influential papers. Her collaborative work in guided ultrasonic wave-based structural health monitoring is particularly recognized internationally. In addition to her publications, Dr. Yang holds four national invention patents in China. These patents include innovations in ultrasonic imaging and deep learning-based damage detection in bonded structures, showcasing her ability to translate scientific insight into applicable technologies. One of her patent-based methods has been granted authorization in 2024, and another in 2025, indicating her continuous commitment to real-world impact.

AWARDS AND HONORS

Dr. Yang has received significant recognition for her scientific excellence. Her paper on ultrasonic testing of carbon fiber composites was selected for promotion under the China Association for Science and Technology’s “Bilingual Communication Project 2024,” a prestigious honor that highlights the academic value and international relevance of her research. She also earned the “Excellence Award” at the Second National Postdoctoral Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition – Liaoning Selection, reflecting her distinction in postdoctoral research and innovation.

LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

As a rising academic leader, Dr. Hongjuan Yang is shaping the future of nondestructive testing through her interdisciplinary expertise in acoustics, mechanics, and artificial intelligence. Her legacy lies in the integration of physical modeling and data-driven algorithms for complex composite material analysis. Looking forward, her ongoing projects are poised to further redefine ultrasonic phased array technology by addressing structural irregularities in real-world applications. Her future contributions are expected to bridge scientific rigor with industrial applications, fostering smarter, safer, and more sustainable material diagnostics in aerospace, automotive, and civil engineering sectors.

ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS

Beyond her research and teaching, Dr. Yang serves as a reviewer for reputed journals like Research in Nondestructive Evaluation, contributing to academic peer review and quality assurance in her domain. Her collaborative spirit and interdisciplinary projects enhance academic partnerships and foster innovation. As an associate professor, she continues to mentor the next generation of researchers and engineers, reinforcing her role as a thought leader in ultrasonic science and engineering.

NOTABLE PUBLICATIONS

"Modeling and designing of a phased array comprising piezoelectric stack transducer for ultrasonic Lamb wave-based damage detection" 

  • Author: Hongjuan Yang
  • Journal: Structural Health Monitoring
  • Year: 2025