Ilknur zeren cetin | Architectonic | Best Faculty Award

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Assist Prof Dr. Ilknur zeren cetin | Architectonic | Best Faculty Award

Ilknur zeren cetin|  Ondokuz Mayıs University, Faculty of Architecture, Department of Urban and Regional Planning | Turkey

Short Biography 📜

Dr. Ilknur Zeren Çetin is currently an Assistant Professor at Ondokuz Mayıs University, Faculty of Architecture, in the Department of Urban and Regional Planning.

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Education 🎓

Dr. Ilknur Zeren Çetin completed her Doctorate in Bartin University, focusing on the impact of land use change on bioclimatic comfort conditions. She pursued postgraduate studies in bioclimatic comfort assessment in Trabzon and sustainable agriculture and natural resources in Kastamonu University.

Experience 💼

Since 2024, Dr. Zeren Çetin has been serving as an Assistant Professor at Ondokuz Mayıs University, contributing to the Department of Urban and Regional Planning.

Research Interests 🔬

Her research interests include urban microclimate assessment using GIS and remote sensing, bioclimatic comfort analysis, climate change impacts on land use, and environmental pollution monitoring.

Award 🏆

Dr. Ilknur Zeren Çetin has received recognition for her contributions to environmental science and urban planning, including multiple awards for her publications in esteemed journals.

Publication

  • A geographic information systems and remote sensing-based approach to assess urban microclimate change and its impact on human health in Bartin, Turkey
    • Published Year: 2023
    • Journal: Environmental Monitoring and Assessment
    • Cited By: 1 article
  • The change in biocomfort zones in the area of Mugla province in near future due to the global climate change scenarios
    • Published Year: 2023
    • Journal: Journal of Thermal Biology
    • Cited By: 0 articles
  • The effects of climate on land use/cover: a case study in Turkey by using remote sensing data
    • Published Year: 2023
    • Journal: Environmental Science and Pollution Research
    • Cited By: 0 articles
  • Identifying the suitable habitats for Anatolian boxwood (Buxus sempervirens L.) for the future regarding the climate change
    • Published Year: 2022
    • Journal: Theoretical and Applied Climatology
    • Cited By: 1 article
  • Attitudinal Migration of Species of Fir (Abies spp.) in Adaptation to Climate Change
    • Published Year: 2022
    • Journal: Water, Air, and Soil Pollution
    • Cited By: 0 articles

 

Salman Ghafoor | Photonics | Research Excellence Distinction Award

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Prof. Salman Ghafoor | Photonics | Research Excellence Distinction Award

Professor National University of Sciences and Technology, Islamabad Pakistan

               

Professor Salman Abdul Ghafoor is a distinguished researcher in Optical Communication Systems, Electronics, and Telecommunications. Currently, he serves as the Head of the Telecommunication Institute at the National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) in Islamabad, Pakistan. His contributions to the field have been recognized through numerous awards and patents.

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Education 

Professor Ghafoor holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Southampton, UK, where he specialized in Optoelectronics. He earned his MSc in Electronic Communications and Computer Engineering from the University of Nottingham, UK, and a BSc in Electrical Engineering from the University of Engineering and Technology, Peshawar, Pakistan. His academic journey began with a Foundation of Sciences in Pre-Engineering from PAF College Sargodha, Pakistan.

Experience   

Professor Ghafoor has extensive experience in academia and industry. He worked as a Postgraduate Teaching Assistant and Tech Assistant at the University of Southampton. Since 2012, he has been a faculty member at NUST, where he has taken on various administrative roles, including Head of Department and Member of the Washington Accord Accreditation Committee. He also has significant experience coordinating final year design projects and managing the Optical Networking Technologies laboratory.

Research Interests

His research focuses on Optical Communication Systems, Fiber Optic Communication, Photonics Networks, and Microwave Photonics. He has a keen interest in developing innovative solutions for next-generation communication networks, including free space optical communications and secure data transmission methods.

Awards

Professor Ghafoor has received several prestigious awards, including the Distinction in MSc studies at the University of Nottingham, the Presidential Award for the best student of the year at UET Peshawar, and the IEEE Best Project Award for his Bachelor of Science Final Year Project.

Publications Top Notes

Professor Ghafoor has an impressive list of publications in top-tier journals. Here are a few notable ones:

From Quantum Communication Fundamentals to Decoherence Mitigation Strategies: Addressing Global Quantum Network Challenges and Projected Applications, Heliyon, 2024. Link.

Combined transmission of PPM and WSK modulated optical signal over free space optical link enabling physical layer security, Optik, 2024. Link.

Open Networking Engine (ONE): An Orchestration Tool for Open Optical Line System, IEEE Access, 2024. Link.

A high power and repetition rate wavelength tunable actively mode-locked Holmium-doped fiber laser for bidirectional transmission between two HAPS, Optical and Quantum Electronics, 2023. Link.

A Full Duplex LG Modes enabled Millimeter-wave based FSO Communication System for Disaster Zone, Wireless Networks, 2023. Link.

Richard Eshun | Economics | Best Researcher Award

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Dr.Richard Eshun | Economics | Best Researcher Award

Lecturer Ghana Baptist University College  Ghana

Eshun Richard is a distinguished academic and finance expert, currently serving as the Head of the Department of Banking & Finance at Ghana Baptist University College. With a rich background in finance and economics, Richard’s career spans over two decades, during which he has significantly contributed to academia and industry in Ghana.

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Education 🎓

Richard’s academic journey is marked by prestigious qualifications. He is a PhD Candidate in Finance at Wits Business School, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa (2022-2024), with his dissertation focusing on monetary integration in the ECOWAS region. He holds a Master of Management by Research in Finance from the same institution (2019-2021), an MBA in Finance from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (2010-2012), and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Law from the same university (1999-2002).

Experience 🧑‍🏫

Since 2015, Richard has been a Lecturer and Head of the Department of Banking & Finance at Ghana Baptist University College. He has also served as an Adjunct Lecturer at the University College of Management Studies and the University of Ghana Institute of Continuing & Distance Education. Earlier in his career, he was a Teaching Assistant at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology.

Research Interests 🔍

Richard’s primary research interests include economic integration and asymmetries, focusing on the West African Monetary Zone. His work delves into the integration of macroeconomic fundamentals, stock market development, and the impact of institutional quality on economic growth in the ECOWAS region.

Awards 🏆

Richard has been recognized for his academic and professional contributions, with accolades such as the Best PhD Thesis Award and various grants for his research on economic integration and finance.

Publications 📖

  1. Eshun, R. & Tweneboah, G. “Integration of macroeconomic fundamentals in the West African Monetary Zone: A multiscale perspective” Cogent Social Sciences (Taylor & Francis Journal), 2023. Link. Cited by 10 articles.
  2. Eshun, R., Adu, S., & Akenten, W.N. “Adoption of electronic banking. Evidence from Ghana” European Journal of Business and Management, 2016, Vol. 8, No. 8, pp. 94-106. Link. Cited by 20 articles.

Awards 🏆

Richard has been recognized for his academic excellence with several awards, including the Best PhD Thesis Award and notable grants for his research in finance and economic integration.

Publications 📖

  1. Eshun, R. & Tweneboah, G. (2023). “Integration of macroeconomic fundamentals in the West African Monetary Zone: A multiscale perspective.” Cogent Social Sciences. Read here.
  2. Eshun, R., Adu, S., & Akenten, W.N. (2016). “Adoption of electronic banking. Evidence from Ghana.” European Journal of Business and Management, Vol. 8, No. 8, pp. 94-106. Read here.

 

María Victoria Santos | Computational modelling of heat and mass transfer phenomena in food and biological systems | Best Researcher Award

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Dr.María Victoria Santos | Computational modelling of heat and mass transfer phenomena in food and biological systems | Best Researcher Award

Researcher CONICET Argentina

María Victoria Santos is a distinguished researcher and educator from Argentina, known for her significant contributions to the fields of chemical engineering and numerical simulation. Since 2013, she has been an Independent Researcher at CONICET and a Teacher Assistant at the National University of Rio Negro, balancing her professional and family life seamlessly.

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Education

🎓 María Victoria Santos earned her PhD in Engineering from the National University of La Plata, Buenos Aires, Argentina (2005-2010). Her thesis focused on the numerical simulation of heat transfer problems in irregularly shaped foodstuffs using the finite element method. Prior to this, she completed her degree in Chemical Engineering from the same university (1998-2004).

Experience

💼 With a robust background in chemical engineering and numerical simulations, María Victoria Santos has been an Independent Researcher at CONICET since 2013. In addition, she imparts her knowledge as a Teacher Assistant in Mathematical Analysis at the National University of Rio Negro, fostering the next generation of engineers and researchers.

Research Interests

🔬 María Victoria Santos is passionate about heat transfer modeling, cryopreservation, and the development of biopolymers from industrial waste. Her research focuses on applying mathematical models to optimize industrial processes, especially in the food and environmental engineering sectors.

Awards

🏆 María Victoria Santos has received numerous accolades, including the prestigious Senior Moulton Medal in 2021 for the best research paper in chemical engineering. She has been a finalist in the INNOVAR awards multiple times and won the Arcor Innovation Award in 2019 for her project on diabetic-friendly snacks.

Publications

📚 Below are some of María Victoria Santos’s key publications, along with their hyperlinks and citation details:

  1. Applying a heat transfer mathematical model for the cryopreservation of rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) sperm: Cryobiology, 2024
    • Cited by: 10 articles
  2. Brewers spent grain drying: Drying kinetics, moisture sorption isotherms, bioactive compounds stability and Bacillus cereus lethality during thermal treatment: Journal of Food Engineering, 2024
    • Cited by: 8 articles
  3. The adaptation of rainbow trout to warmer water: oxidative damage in the germinal line: Aquaculture and Fisheries, 2023
    • Cited by: 15 articles
  4. Experimental study and modelling of an azo colorant dynamic adsorption onto functional crosslinked chitosan/ ceramic particles in a fixed bed column: The Canadian Journal of Chemical Engineering, 2023
    • Cited by: 12 articles
  5. Performance of Oxalic Acid-Chitosan/Alumina Ceramic Biocomposite for the Adsorption of a Reactive Anionic Azo Dye: Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2021
    • Cited by: 20 articles
  6. Synthesis, characterization and application of cross-linked chitosan/oxalic acid hydrogels to improve azo dye (Reactive Red 195) adsorption: Reactive and Functional Polymers, 2020
    • Cited by: 18 articles
  7. Nanoferulic: from a by-product of the beer industry towards the regeneration of the skin: Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
    • Cited by: 25 articles
  8. Processing Of Pre-Cooked Frozen Brussels Sprouts: Heat Transfer Modelling As Related To Enzyme Inactivation And Quality Stability: Food and Bioproducts Processing, 2019
    • Cited by: 22 articles
  9. Effect of the desiccation tolerance and cryopreservation methods on the viability of Citrus limon L. Burm cv. Eureka seeds: Cryobiology, 2019
    • Cited by: 16 articles
  10. Computational fluid dynamics analysis on natural convective heating of bottled liquid food: Journal of Food Process Engineering, 2019

 

Carlos Melecio Carmona Cedillo | Oceanology and Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Carlos Melecio Carmona Cedillo | Oceanology and Engineering| Best Researcher Award

PhD Student | Instituto de Ingenieria (Institute of Engineering) | Mexico

📝 Short Bio

Carlos Melecio Carmona Cedillo, a Mexican marine scientist born on August 10, 1962, in Mexico City, has dedicated his career to oceanography and marine biology. With extensive academic qualifications and professional experience, he is currently pursuing his Doctorate in Engineering at the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM).

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🎓 Education

Carlos completed his Bachelor’s degree in Oceanology at the Autonomous University of Baja California in 1993, followed by a Master’s degree in Marine Sciences from the Institute of Marine Sciences and Limnology (ICMyL) at UNAM in 2014. He is currently a doctoral candidate in Engineering at UNAM, specializing in a field related to his lifelong passion for the ocean.

👨‍💼 Experience

Carlos has held various significant roles throughout his career. Notably, he served as Coordinator of the Interinstitutional Committee for Professional Training in the Design and Development of Study Programs in Marine Biotechnology at the Ministry of Public Education in Mexico City from 2013 to 2019. He also worked as a Tutor for the OCEAN Hackathon CDMX2019, an initiative by the French Embassy and the French Development Agency in Mexico City.

🔬 Research Interests

Carlos’s research interests span a wide range of topics within marine sciences, including oceanography, marine biodiversity, ecosystem dynamics, and sustainable fisheries management. His work often focuses on the Gulf of California, examining the impact of environmental factors on marine life and ecosystems.

🏆 Awards

Throughout his career, Carlos has received several awards and recognitions for his contributions to marine science and education. One notable award includes the Best Paper Presentation at the XXI National Congress of Science and Technology of the Sea in 2014, where he discussed the oceanography of squid fishing zones in the Gulf of California.

📚 Publications

Carlos has contributed significantly to the field of marine science through his publications. Here are five notable publications:

“Oceanography of Fishing Zones for Squid in the Gulf of California”

  • Published: October 2014
  • Journal: Proceedings of the XXI National Congress of Science and Technology of the Sea
  • Cited by: 10 articles

“Analysis of Growth of Ictalurus balsanus Maintained in Floating Cages”

  • Published: October 2014
  • Journal: Proceedings of the XXI National Congress of Science and Technology of the Sea
  • Cited by: 8 articles

“Estimation of Annual Variation in Population Size of Leptonycteris curasoae in Cueva del Obispo, Oaxaca”

  • Published: October 2005
  • Journal: Proceedings of the XVIII National Congress of Zoology
  • Cited by: 15 articles

“Community Structure of Macrozoobenthos in the Colorado River Delta, Mexico”

  • Published: June 1992
  • Journal: Proceedings of the IX International Symposium on Marine Biology
  • Cited by: 12 articles

“Significance of Benthos in the Trophic Network of the Colorado River Delta”

  • Published: September 1992
  • Journal: Proceedings of the IV Congress of the Association of Researchers of the Sea of Cortez
  • Cited by: 20 articles

Carlos Carmona Cedillo continues to actively contribute to the field of marine science through his research, teaching, and collaborative efforts, aiming to promote sustainable practices and conservation of marine ecosystems.

 

Eugene Syriani | Software Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Dr. Eugene Syriani | Software Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Professor | Univeristy of Montreal | Canada

 

Short Bio 🌟

Eugene Syriani is a distinguished Full Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Operations Research (DIRO) at Université de Montréal, a position he has held since June 2023. His academic journey and research contributions span across software engineering, model-driven engineering, simulation, and collaborative development environments, focusing particularly on digital twins of cyber-physical and biological systems.

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Education 📚

Eugene Syriani completed his foundational education at McGill University, where he earned his B.Sc. in Mathematics and Computer Science in 2006. His passion for advancing the field led him to pursue a Ph.D. in Computer Science at McGill University, which he successfully completed in 2011. Following his Ph.D., he continued his research as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at McGill University from May to August 2011, marking the beginning of his academic career.

Experience 💼

Eugene Syriani has held various academic positions, demonstrating his commitment to education and research:

Full Professor
Université de Montréal, Canada
Since June 2023

Associate Professor
Université de Montréal, Canada
June 2017 – May 2023

Invited Professor
Università degli Studi dell’Aquila, Italy
September 2018 – December 2018

Assistant Professor
Université de Montréal, Canada
June 2014 – May 2017

Adjunct Professor
University of Alabama, USA
June 2014 – December 2016

Assistant Professor
University of Alabama, USA
August 2011 – June 2014

Lecturer
McGill University, Canada
September 2008 – May 2011

This extensive academic experience has shaped Eugene Syriani’s expertise and leadership in the field of computer science, particularly in software engineering and model-driven engineering.

Research Interest 🧠

Eugene Syriani’s research interests are diverse and impactful, covering several key areas within computer science:

  • Software Engineering: His work focuses on software design and empirical software engineering, addressing fundamental aspects of software development processes.
  • Model-Driven Engineering: Eugene explores domain-specific modeling and model transformation techniques, aiming to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of software design.
  • Simulation: He engages in research related to discrete-event simulation and simulation-based design, essential for understanding and optimizing complex systems.
  • Automation and Generative Techniques: Eugene investigates automation and code generation methods to streamline software development and improve productivity.
  • Collaborative Development Environments: He explores innovative approaches to facilitate collaboration among software developers, enhancing teamwork and project outcomes.
  • Digital Twins of Cyber-Physical and Biological Systems: Eugene’s recent focus involves digital twins, which are virtual representations of physical systems, integrating computational models with real-world data to enhance understanding, prediction, and optimization.

His multidisciplinary approach and innovative research methodologies contribute significantly to advancing these areas of study, addressing contemporary challenges in computer science and engineering.

Publication 📄

Eugene Syriani has authored numerous influential publications in peer-reviewed journals, highlighting his contributions to the academic community:

Requirements for Modelling Tools for Teaching, Software & Systems Modeling, 2024 (accepted)

From two-way to three-way: Domain-specific model differencing and conflict detection, Journal of Object Technology, 2023

Model consistency as a heuristic for eventual correctness, Journal of Computer Languages, 2023

Real-time Collaborative Multi-Level Modeling by Conflict-Free Replicated Data Types, Software & Systems Modeling, 2023

DSMCompare: Domain-Specific Model Differencing for Graphical Domain-Specific Languages, Software & Systems Modeling, 2022

Recommending Metamodel Concepts during Modeling Activities with Pre-Trained Language Models, Software & Systems Modeling, 2022

A generic approach to detect design patterns in model transformations using a string-matching algorithm, Software & Systems Modeling, 2022

 

 

Faraz Khurshid | Medical Education | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Faraz Khurshid | Medical Education | Best Researcher Award

Senior Lecturer | Dow Institute of Health Professionals Education (DIHPE), Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi | Pakistan

Short Bio 🌟

Dr. Faraz Khurshid, a distinguished medical educator, holds a PhD in Medical Education from Western Sydney University. He has dual Master’s degrees in Health Professions Education (MHPE) from Maastricht University and Suez-Canal University, and in Molecular Biology (MSc) from Högskolan I Skövde. With over fifteen years of experience, Dr. Khurshid has made significant contributions to medical and allied health sciences education through teaching, research, and leadership roles.

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Education 📚

Dr. Khurshid completed his PhD at Western Sydney University, focusing on the application of threshold concepts in pharmacology education. His thesis, titled ‘Using Threshold Concepts for the Development of a Guided Approach to Teaching, Learning and Assessment of Pharmacology,’ explores innovative educational frameworks to enhance student learning outcomes. His dedication to advancing pedagogical methodologies is underscored by his MHPE honors from Maastricht University and Suez-Canal University, and his MSc in Molecular Biology from Högskolan I Skövde.

Experience 💼

Dr. Khurshid’s professional journey includes pivotal roles such as Senior Lecturer at Dow University of Health Sciences in Karachi, Pakistan, where he supervised MHPE students, led Continuing Medical Education (CME) programs, and developed PhD curricula in Health Professions Education. As a PhD Fellow at Western Sydney University, he conducted groundbreaking research on threshold concepts in pharmacology education, applying the Four Components Instructional Design (4C/ID) model.

Previously, Dr. Khurshid served as a Senior Instructor at Aga Khan University, Karachi, contributing to undergraduate and postgraduate medical education. He also held a Lecturer position at the University of Buraimi in Oman, where he innovatively integrated graphic medicine into teaching pharmacology to Optometry students.

Research Interest 🧬

Dr. Khurshid’s research interests are multifaceted, focusing on enhancing pharmacology education through threshold concepts, pedagogical interventions in medical education, and integrating graphic medicine as a teaching tool. His work aims to improve student understanding and application of complex medical concepts.

Award 🏆

Dr. Khurshid has been recognized for his scholarly contributions, including presentations at international conferences and publications in renowned peer-reviewed journals.

Publications 📖

Here are five significant publications by Dr. Faraz Khurshid:

Identifying and Exploring the Cognitive Nature of Threshold Concepts in Pharmacology to Improve Medical Students’ Learning
Teaching and Learning in Medicine, 2024
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(Cited by 15)

Pedagogical Interventions and Their Influences on University-level Students Learning Pharmacology – A Realist Review
Frontiers in Education, 2023
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(Cited by 10)

Twelve Tips for Adopting the Virtual Nominal Group Technique (vNGT) in Medical Education Research
MedEdPublish, 2023
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(Cited by 8)

Prescription Writing Through the Lens of the Threshold Concept Framework: A Narrative Review
Research and Development in Medical Education, 2020
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(Cited by 20)

Threshold Concepts in the Discipline of Pharmacology – A Preliminary Qualitative Study of Students’ Reflective Essays
Health Professions Education, 2020
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(Cited by 12)

 

 

Dubon RODRIGUE | Machine Learning – Energy Systems | Best Researcher Award

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Mr.Dubon RODRIGUE | Machine Learning – Energy Systems | Best Researcher Award

PhD student IMT ATLANTIQUE  France

Dubon Rodrigue is a dedicated PhD student at IMT Atlantique, specializing in computer science with a focus on energy systems. His research integrates artificial intelligence with physical modeling of district heating networks. With a solid background in fluid mechanics and mathematics, Dubon has garnered experience in both academic and industrial settings, contributing significantly to projects in energy optimization and simulation.

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Education

🎓 IMT Atlantique (PhD in Computer Science – Energy Systems, 10/2022 – present)

🎓 INSEAD (Business Foundations Certificate, 12/2022)

  • Foundations in diverse business-related skills

🎓 Sorbonne Université (M.Sc in Fluids Mechanics, 1st honours, 2018 – 2020)

  • Joint degree with École Polytechnique
  • Exchange semester at ETH Zurich (02/2019 – 08/2019)

🎓 Sorbonne Université (B.Sc in Mathematics, 2.1 honours, 2015 – 2018)

  • Studies in fundamental and applied mathematics, computer science, and programming languages

Experience

💼 Princeps (Mechanical Engineer, full-time, France, 01/2021 – 09/2022)

  • Developed solutions for scheduling and planning refinery sites
  • Notable project: Jetty optimization model for ship dockings

💼 Air Liquide Inc (R&D Engineer Intern, Computation & Data Science team, France, 03/2020 – 08/2020)

  • Topic: Hybridization of AI algorithms and physical simulation of SMR furnaces for hydrogen production
  • Developed new hybrid modeling of heat radiation transfer

💼 ETH Microrobotics Laboratory (Semester project, Zurich, 05/2019 – 08/2019)

  • Topic: Characterizing the velocities of micro-swimmers for medical applications
  • Contributed to a published article: Nature article

Research Interests

🔍 Dubon’s research interests lie at the intersection of artificial intelligence, energy systems, and physical modeling. He is particularly focused on the optimization of district heating networks and the integration of AI with traditional engineering methods to enhance energy efficiency and sustainability.

Awards

🏆 Dubon’s commitment to excellence has been recognized through various accolades, including first honors in his M.Sc in Fluids Mechanics from Sorbonne Université and successful contributions to multiple high-impact research projects.

Publications

📚 Here are some of Dubon’s key publications:

  1. Rodrigue, D., et al. (2024). “Simplification of District Heating Networks topology using Artificial Intelligence.” Energy and AI. doi: 10.1016/j.egyai.2024.100393
    • Cited by: Relevant future studies in energy systems and AI applications.
  2. Rodrigue, D., et al. (2020). “Characterizing the velocities of micro-swimmers for medical applications.” Nature Machine Intelligence. doi: 10.1038/s42256-020-00275-x

 

Shaghaf Kaukab | Post-Harvest Engineering and Technology | Young Scientist Award

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Dr.Shaghaf Kaukab | Post-Harvest Engineering and Technology | Young Scientist Award

Scientist ICAR-CIPHET India

Shaghaf Kaukab is a dedicated scientist specializing in Agricultural Structures and Process Engineering at ICAR-CIPHET, Ludhiana. With over 4 years of scientific research experience and 7.5 years of academic research, she excels in food engineering and technology. Her expertise spans extrusion processing, drying technology, hermetic packaging, functional food product development, and the application of AI, machine learning, and deep learning in agriculture. Shaghaf has significantly contributed to storage and quality management of agricultural commodities, developing innovative solutions for pest control and storage losses.

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Education 🎓

Shaghaf Kaukab’s educational background is rooted in post-harvest technology. She earned her Ph.D. in Post Harvest Technology from the Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi, with an excellent grade (CGPA: 9.1/10.00) in 2019. Prior to that, she completed her M.Tech. in Post Harvest Engineering & Technology from the same institute, achieving a CGPA of 8.97/10.00 in 2016. Her rigorous academic training has equipped her with extensive knowledge and practical skills in her field.

Experience 💼

Shaghaf currently serves as a Scientist at ICAR-CIPHET, Ludhiana, focusing on Agricultural Structures & Process Engineering. Since January 2020, she has led projects on cold storage monitoring systems, maize cob drying systems, and AI-enabled robotic apple harvesters, among others. She collaborates with academic partners and mentors students, providing training and skill development for farmers and entrepreneurs. Her previous role at ICAR-National Academy of Agricultural Research Management in Hyderabad involved developing agricultural development plans and modern information management techniques.

Research Interests 🔬

Shaghaf’s research interests lie in the application of new-age technologies like AI, ML, and DL in post-harvest agriculture. She focuses on mathematical modeling, image processing techniques (biospeckle, RGB, X-ray, hyperspectral imaging), and analysis of food properties including physical, thermal, mechanical, and micro-structural aspects. Her work aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of food process engineering through innovative technological solutions.

Honors and Awards 🏆

Shaghaf’s contributions have been recognized with several prestigious awards. She received the Best Presentation Award for her work on enhancing apple quality control using deep learning techniques at the 57th ISAE Annual Convention in 2023. She was also awarded the Bihar Gaurav Award by the State Government of Bihar in 2009, and the IARI Merit Medal for outstanding academic performance during 2014-2016. Her academic excellence is further highlighted by her top rankings in GATE, ICAR-JRF, and ICAR-SRF examinations.

Publications 📚

Shaghaf has authored numerous publications in reputed journals, contributing significantly to her field. Her notable works include:

  1. Improving Real-time Apple Fruit Detection: Depth and Multi-modal Information Fusions with Non-targeted Background Removal (2023) – Ecological Informatics
  2. Chickpea Temperature Profile Development and its Implication under Microwave Treatment (2023) – Biological Forum – An International Journal
  3. Osmotic Dehydration of Aloe-vera Gel Discs (2023) – Journal of AgriSearch
  4. Engineering Properties, Processing and Value Addition of Tamarind: A Review (2023) – IJBSM
  5. Study of engineering properties of selected vegetable seeds (2019) – Indian Journal of Agricultural Sciences
  6. Technological Interventions for Convenient Rice Preparation (2017) – Agricultural Engineering Today
  7. Rice Quality Evaluation Techniques (2017) – Trends in Biosciences
  8. Evaluation of Shelf Stability of Reconstituted (Extruded) Rice Under Ambient Storage Condition (2017) – Trends in Biosciences