Wael Badawy | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Wael Badawy | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

Egyptian Russian University | Egypt

Prof. Wael Badawy, is a distinguished engineer, researcher, and academic leader with over 28 years of experience in higher education, research, technology commercialization, and innovation management. He earned his Ph.D. in Computer Engineering from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, USA, and an equivalent Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering recognized by the Egyptian Higher Council of Universities, complemented by M.Sc. and B.Sc. degrees in Computer Science and Automatic Control Engineering from Alexandria University, Egypt. Prof. Wael Badawy has held senior academic and leadership positions, including Executive Director of ABM College, Canada, Program Head of Data Science and Cybersecurity at the Egyptian Russian University, and professorships at Nile University, Badr University, and the American University in Cairo, where he has taught and supervised students in Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, Multimedia Engineering, Cybersecurity, and Information Technology Management. His research contributions encompass over 400 publications in high-impact journals and conferences, 56 books and proceedings, and 34 co-invented patents, with highly cited work including the IEEE Transactions on Circuits and Systems for Video Technology (2018). Prof. Badawy has received more than 90 prestigious awards and honors, including the QS Reimagine Education Awards (2023, shortlisted), Silicon Review “30 Innovative Brands of the Year” (2022), and multiple distinctions in STEM, business innovation, and leadership. He actively serves on international standardization committees, professional organizations such as IEEE and ACM, and national research councils, contributing to curriculum development, program design, and strategic planning in higher education. Prof. Wael Badawy’s extensive contributions to research, innovation, and education demonstrate his sustained impact on technology, society, and the global academic community, making him an exemplary candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

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Featured Publications

  • Du, S., Ibrahim, M., Shehata, M., & Badawy, W. (2012). Automatic license plate recognition (ALPR): A state-of-the-art review. IEEE Transactions on Circuits and Systems for Video Technology, 23(2), 311–325.

  • Rahman, C. A., Badawy, W., & Radmanesh, A. (2003). A real-time vehicle’s license plate recognition system. In Proceedings of the IEEE Conference on Advanced Video and Signal Based Surveillance.

  • Shehata, M. S., Cai, J., Badawy, W. M., Burr, T. W., Pervez, M. S., Johannesson, R. J., … (2008). Video-based automatic incident detection for smart roads: The outdoor environmental challenges regarding false alarms. IEEE Transactions on Intelligent Transportation Systems, 9(2), 349–360.

  • Ghallab, Y. H., Badawy, W., Kaler, K. V. I. S., & Maundy, B. J. (2005). A novel current-mode instrumentation amplifier based on operational floating current conveyor. IEEE Transactions on Instrumentation and Measurement, 54(5), 1941–1949.

  • Du, S., Shehata, M., & Badawy, W. (2011). Hard hat detection in video sequences based on face features, motion and color information. In 2011 3rd International Conference on Computer Research and Development, 4, 25–29.

  • Ghallab, Y., & Badawy, W. (2004). Sensing methods for dielectrophoresis phenomenon: From bulky instruments to lab-on-a-chip. IEEE Circuits and Systems Magazine, 4(3), 5–15.

  • Badawy, W., & Gomaa, H. (2015). Analyzing a segment of video. U.S. Patent No. 9,014,429.

  • Ghallab, Y. H., & Badawy, W. (2010). Lab-on-a-chip: Techniques, circuits, and biomedical applications. Artech House.

  • Badawy, W. (2009). Mesh based frame processing and applications. U.S. Patent No. 7,616,782.

  • Badawy, W. (2009). Video based monitoring system. U.S. Patent No. 7,612,666.

Singanamalla Vijayakumar | Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence | Excellence in Innovation Award

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Dr. Singanamalla Vijayakumar | Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence | Excellence in Innovation Award

Associate Professor | GRIET | India

Dr. S. Vijayakumar is a distinguished academician and researcher in the domain of Computer Science and Engineering with over 11 years of robust teaching and research experience. He has consistently demonstrated innovation and leadership across reputed institutions including VIT University, Galgotias University, and Jain University. His work in image processing, soft computing, and big data analytics stands at the confluence of academic excellence and real-world relevance. Passionate about societal problem-solving through research, Dr. Vijayakumar is a visionary aiming to integrate research, education, and innovation to foster impactful developments in emerging technologies.

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Strengths for the Awards✨

Dr. S. Vijayakumar exemplifies a strong candidate for the Excellence in Innovation Award through his interdisciplinary research, significant publication track record, and a demonstrated ability to transform research into practical innovation. With over 11.5 years of academic and research experience, he has extensively contributed to image processing, soft computing, big data stream analytics, and real-time computing, with an emphasis on Synthetic Aperture RADAR (SAR) image despeckling and satellite image analysis.

Some standout strengths include:

  • Rich publication portfolio: He has published in numerous SCI, Scopus, and Springer journals with impact factors ranging from 1.0 to over 5.2, especially on topics like SAR image noise reduction, oil spill detection, and energy-efficient WSN protocols.

  • Patents and Innovation: He has filed patents like “Predicting Micro-Enterprise Failures Using Machine Learning Techniques” and is actively pursuing more with international relevance.

  • Global Collaborations: Notable engagement with international scholars and editorial boards, reflecting his global reach and thought leadership.

  • Research-Driven Teaching: Integrates research into pedagogy, mentoring students through project-based and ABET-aligned learning models.

  • Forward-looking Research Agenda: A visionary plan focusing on high-impact publications, product development, patent filings, and collaborations with research-focused institutions like ISRO and NASA.

  • Multi-domain Expertise: From image analysis to AI-IoT integration, his cross-disciplinary approach fosters innovation beyond conventional boundaries.

🎓 Education

Dr. Vijayakumar holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering from VIT University, Vellore (2014–2018), where he specialized in soft computing techniques for speckle noise removal in SAR images. He earned his M.Tech. and B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Anantapur (2011–2013 and 2007–2011, respectively). His educational foundation is characterized by a consistent focus on computational intelligence, real-time systems, and data-driven innovation.

💼 Experience

With more than 11 years and 3 months of academic and research experience, Dr. Vijayakumar has served as an Associate Professor at Gokaraju Rangaraju Institute of Engineering and Technology since February 2024. His professional journey includes significant leadership roles such as Head of the CSE (Cyber Security) Department at the Institute of Aeronautical Engineering and various teaching roles at Jain Deemed University, Galgotias University, and VIT Vellore. He has also been an integral contributor to institutional accreditations like NAAC, NBA, and ABET.

🔬 Research Interests On Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence

Dr. Vijayakumar’s research interests lie in the domains of Image Processing, Soft Computing, Computer Vision, Big Data Stream Computing, IoT, Real-Time Data Analytics, and Fog Computing. His ongoing projects focus on developing efficient computational models for satellite image analysis, urban monitoring, and societal problem-solving. He envisions multi-university research collaborations and high-impact patents derived from his research.

🏅 Awards

Dr. Vijayakumar has received several prestigious recognitions for his contributions, including:

  • Research Award by VIT University (2014–2018)

  • Best Researcher Award at the 2nd International Research Awards on Science, Health and Engineering (2020)

  • Best Researcher Award at the 8th International Scientist Awards on Engineering, Science and Medicine (2020)

  • Outstanding Scientist Award at the 11th International Scientist Awards on Engineering, Science, and Medicine (2020)
    These accolades reflect his consistent commitment to innovation, quality research, and academic leadership.

📚 Publications

  • Internet of Things–based pharmaceutics data analysis
    Authors: P. Dhingra, N. Gayathri, S.R. Kumar, V. Singanamalla, C. Ramesh, …
    Published in: Emergence of Pharmaceutical Industry Growth with Industrial IoT Approach, pp. 85–131
    Year: 2020
    Citations: 40

  • Reliable and energy‐efficient emergency transmission in wireless sensor networks
    Authors: V. Singanamalla, R. Patan, M.S. Khan, S. Kallam
    Published in: Internet Technology Letters, 2(2), e91
    Year: 2019
    Citations: 20

  • Emergence of Pharmaceutical Industry Growth with Industrial IoT Approach
    Authors: V.E. Balas, V.K. Solanki, R. Kumar
    Published by: Academic Press
    Year: 2019
    Citations: 15

  • Web semantics for textual and visual information retrieval
    Authors: A. Singh, N. Dey, A.S. Ashour, V. Santhi
    Published by: IGI Global
    Year: 2017
    Citations: 9

  • Neuro-fuzzy approach for speckle noise reduction in SAR images
    Authors: V. Singanamalla, S. Vaithyanathan
    Published in: International Conference on Recent Trends in Image Processing and Pattern Recognition
    Year: 2016
    Citations: 5

  • Computational Techniques of Oil Spill Detection in Synthetic Aperture Radar Data: Review Cases
    Author: S. Vijayakumar
    Published in: Recent Oil Spill Challenges That Require More Attention
    Year: 2023
    Citations: 3

  • Recent Trends in Image Processing and Pattern Recognition: First International Conference, RTIP2R 2016, Bidar, India, December 16–17, 2016, Revised Selected Papers
    Editors/Contributors: K.C. Santosh, M. Hangarge, V. Bevilacqua, A. Negi
    Published by: Springer
    Year: 2017
    Citations: 2

  • Semantic web-based framework for scientific workflows in e-science
    Authors: S. Vijayakumar, N. Dasari, B. Bhushan, R. Reddy
    Published in: Web Semantics for Textual and Visual Information Retrieval, pp. 187–202
    Year: 2017
    Citations: 1

  • Role of social networking sites in enhancing teaching environment
    Authors: S. Vijayakumar, V.R. Thakare, S.B. Bhushan, V. Santhi
    Published in: Web Semantics for Textual and Visual Information Retrieval, pp. 227–243
    Year: 2017
    Citations: 1

🔚 Conclusion

Dr. S. Vijayakumar exemplifies the spirit of the Excellence in Innovation Award through his unwavering dedication to technological advancement, interdisciplinary research, and impactful teaching. His research has not only added value to academia but also translated into real-world applications such as coastal monitoring and emergency communication. With a strong portfolio of international publications, research leadership, and innovation-driven initiatives, he continues to inspire the next generation of engineers and researchers. His nomination for this award is a testament to his remarkable journey and futuristic vision.

Bingquan Chu | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Bingquan Chu | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

Zhejiang University of Science and Technology | China

Dr. Bingquan Chu is a researcher at Zhejiang University of Science and Technology, specializing in hyperspectral imaging, microalgae bioengineering, and food quality analysis. His work focuses on nondestructive detection techniques, oxidative stress in aquatic systems, and bioactive compounds.

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Strengths for the Awards✨

  1. High Research Output & Citations

    • 32 publications with 8,199 reads and 1,011 citations, indicating strong academic impact.

    • Multiple articles in high-impact journals (e.g., Food Chemistry, Spectrochimica Acta Part A, Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry).

  2. Innovative & Interdisciplinary Research

    • Expertise in hyperspectral imaging, Raman spectroscopy, and chemometrics for nondestructive food quality assessment.

    • Contributions to microalgae biotechnology, including lipid accumulation, oxidative stress, and biofuel applications.

    • Work on bioactive compounds (e.g., phenolic acids, polysaccharides) with health benefits.

  3. Collaborative Network

    • Active collaborations with researchers across institutions (e.g., Zhejiang University, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences).

  4. Applied Research with Industry Relevance

    • Development of rapid detection methods for food safety (e.g., pesticides, histamine, adulterants).

    • Studies on food processing techniques (e.g., ultrasound, steam explosion) to enhance nutrient retention.

  5. Recognition & Leadership

    • First/corresponding author in multiple high-quality papers, demonstrating leadership in research projects.

Education 🎓

  • Affiliated with Zhejiang University of Science and Technology (likely Ph.D./M.Sc. in Food Science, Biotechnology, or related fields).

Experience 💼

  • Research roles at Zhejiang University of Science and Technology.

  • Collaborations on projects involving microalgae cultivation, hyperspectral imaging, and oxidative stress assessment.

Research Interests On Computer Science 🔍

  • Hyperspectral imaging for food quality monitoring.

  • Microalgae bioengineering for biofuels and nutraceuticals.

  • Oxidative stress under heavy metal exposure.

  • Nondestructive detection of bioactive compounds.

Awards & Nominations 🏆

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  • 2023 Outstanding Researcher Award – Zhejiang University of Science and Technology.

  • Nominee for Best Paper in Food Science (2022) for work on microalgae lipid analysis.

Publications 📜

  1. “Nondestructive determination and visualization of protein and carbohydrate concentration of Chlorella pyrenoidosa in situ using hyperspectral imaging technique”

    • Authors: Bingquan Chu, Chengfeng Li, Shiyu Wang, Gongnian Xiao

    • Year: 2023

  2. “Assess heavy metals-induced oxidative stress of microalgae by Electro-Raman combined technique”

    • Authors: Kai Chen, Xiaoshuai Wu, Zhuo Zou, Yong He

    • Year: 2022

  3. “Bioeffects of Static Magnetic Fields on the Growth and Metabolites of C. pyrenoidosa and T. obliquus”

    • Authors: Chengfeng Li, Zhiwen Hu, Yi Gao, Bingquan Chu

    • Year: 2022

  4. “Microalgae Bioactive Carbohydrates as a Novel Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Source of Prebiotics: Emerging Health Functionality and Recent Technologies for Extraction and Detection”

    • Authors: Mostafa Gouda, Musa Abubakar Tadda, Yinglei Zhao, Yong He

    • Year: 2022

  5. “Layer-by-layer self-assembly of hollow dextran sulfate/chitosan-coated zein nanoparticles loaded with crocin: Fabrication, structural characterization and potential biological fate”

    • Authors: Gongshuai Song, Jiayuan Liu, Qi Wang, Fuping Zheng

    • Year: 2021

  6. “Degradation kinetics and isomerization of 5-O-caffeoylquinic acid under ultrasound: Influence of epigallocatechin gallate and vitamin C”

    • Authors: Danli Wang, Jingjing Wang, Jiachen Sun, Fuping Zheng

    • Year: 2021

  7. “Ultrasonic degradation kinetics and isomerization of 3- and 4-O-caffeoylquinic acid at various pH: The protective effects of ascorbic acid and epigallocatechin gallate on their stability”

    • Authors: Danli Wang, Jiayuan Liu, Shaoping Qiu, Fuping Zheng

    • Year: 2021

  8. “Visible/Short-wave near-infrared hyperspectral analysis of lipid concentration and fatty acid unsaturation of Scenedesmus obliquus in situ”

    • Authors: Bingquan Chu, Kai Chen, Xiaoxiao Pan, Xiaoli Li

    • Year: 2021

  9. “Performance of LED with mixed wavelengths or two-phase culture on the growth and lipid accumulation of Chlorella pyrenoidosa”

    • Authors: Bingquan Chu, Jiewei Zhao, Huimin Zheng, Yong He

    • Year: 2021

  10. “Steam Explosion Pretreatment Alters the Composition of Phenolic Compounds and Antioxidant Capacities in Chrysanthemum morifolium Ramat cv. ‘Hangbaiju’”

    • Authors: Jinyan Gong, Qian Weng, Jiachen Sun, Fuping Zheng

    • Year: 2021

Conclusion 🌟

Dr. Chu’s interdisciplinary research bridges food science, biotechnology, and analytical chemistry, with a strong emphasis on sustainable solutions. His publications demonstrate expertise in advanced imaging techniques and microalgae applications, contributing to both academic and industrial advancements.

Yuan Rao | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Yuan Rao | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

Lecturer | School of Artificial Intelligence, Guangzhou University | China

Yuan Rao is a dedicated researcher and lecturer specializing in media forensics and AI security. She has contributed significantly to the field of image forgery detection, focusing on self-supervised learning and domain adaptation techniques. Currently a Lecturer at the School of Artificial Intelligence, Guangzhou University, Yuan Rao combines academic excellence and practical expertise, earning recognition through various awards and high-impact publications.

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Strengths for the Awards

  • Outstanding Research Contributions 
    • Yuan Rao has published numerous high-impact research articles in leading journals and conferences such as:
      • IEEE Transactions on Pattern Analysis and Machine Intelligence
      • Pattern Recognition
      • IEEE International Conference on Computer Vision (ICCV)
    • Her work on JPEG-resistant image forgery detection and AI security vulnerabilities reflects groundbreaking innovation in media forensics.
  • Leadership in Projects 
    • She has successfully undertaken four research projects as Principal Investigator (PI), funded by prestigious bodies such as:
      • National Natural Science Foundation of China
      • Guangdong Basic and Applied Research Foundation
      • Science and Technology Foundation of Guangzhou

🎓 Education

  • PhD in Information and Communication Engineering (2014.9 – 2021.6)
    • Sun Yat-sen University
    • Supervisor: Professor Ni Jiangqun
  • Master’s in Communication and Information Systems (2011.9 – 2014.6)
    • Jinan University
    • Supervisor: Professor Junkai Huang
  • Bachelor’s in Telecommunications Engineering and Management (2007.9 – 2011.6)
    • Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications

 Work Experience

  • Lecturer (2021.6 – Present)
    • School of Artificial Intelligence, Guangzhou University
    • Yuan Rao conducts research, supervises projects, and inspires students in the evolving fields of AI and media forensics.

🔍 Research Interests On Computer Science

Yuan Rao’s primary research interests focus on:

  • Media Forensics: Detecting and localizing image forgeries using deep learning and self-supervised techniques.
  • AI Security: Exploring vulnerabilities and robustness of AI models in practical scenarios.

🏆 Awards

  • 🥇 Champion and 3rd Place in “Guangzhou Pazhou Algorithm Competition” – Algorithm Safety Track, 2023
  • 🥇 First Prize in the National “Challenge Cup” Black Science and Technology Special Competition, 2023
  • 🏅 6th Rank out of 1471 in “Secure AI Challenger Program: Tamper Detection for Forged Images,” 2020

📚 Publications

1. A Deep Learning Approach to Detection of Splicing and Copy-Move Forgeries in Images

  • Authors: Y. Rao, J. Ni
  • Publication Year: 2016
  • Citations: 590

2. Deep Learning Local Descriptor for Image Splicing Detection and Localization

  • Authors: Y. Rao, J. Ni, H. Zhao
  • Publication Year: 2020
  • Citations: 104

3. Multi-semantic CRF-based Attention Model for Image Forgery Detection and Localization

  • Authors: Y. Rao, J. Ni, H. Xie
  • Publication Year: 2021
  • Citations: 53

4. Block-based Convolutional Neural Network for Image Forgery Detection

  • Authors: J. Zhou, J. Ni, Y. Rao
  • Publication Year: 2017
  • Citations: 46

5. Self-supervised Domain Adaptation for Forgery Localization of JPEG Compressed Images

  • Authors: Y. Rao, J. Ni
  • Publication Year: 2021
  • Citations: 29

6. Towards JPEG-Resistant Image Forgery Detection and Localization via Self-Supervised Domain Adaptation

  • Authors: Y. Rao, J. Ni, W. Zhang, J. Huang
  • Publication Year: 2022
  • Citations: 13

7. High-accuracy Current Sensing Circuit with Current Compensation Technique for Buck–Boost Converter

  • Authors: Y. Rao, W.L. Deng, J.K. Huang
  • Publication Year: 2015
  • Citations: 5

8. A Trigger-Perceivable Backdoor Attack Framework Driven by Image Steganography

  • Authors: W. Tang, J. Li, Y. Rao, Z. Zhou, F. Peng
  • Publication Year: 2024
  • Citations: – (Recent publication, citation data unavailable)

9. Dig a Hole and Fill in Sand: Adversary and Hiding Decoupled Steganography

  • Authors: W. Tang, H. Yang, Y. Rao, Z. Zhou, F. Peng
  • Publication Year: 2024
  • Citations: – (Recent publication, citation data unavailable)

10. Exploring the Vulnerability of Self-supervised Monocular Depth Estimation Models

  • Authors: R. Hou, K. Mo, Y. Long, N. Li, Y. Rao
  • Publication Year: 2024
  • Citations: – (Recent publication, citation data unavailable)

11. MKD: Mutual Knowledge Distillation for Membership Privacy Protection

  • Authors: S. Huang, Z. Liu, J. Yu, Y. Tang, Z. Luo, Y. Rao
  • Publication Year: 2023
  • Citations: – (Recent publication, citation data unavailable)

12. Deep Multi-image Hiding with Random Key

  • Authors: W. Zhang, W. Tang, Y. Rao, B. Li, J. Huang
  • Publication Year: 2023
  • Citations: – (Recent publication, citation data unavailable)

Research Projects

Yuan Rao has led multiple projects as Principal Investigator (PI):

  1. National Natural Science Foundation of China: Research on Self-supervised Transfer Learning Based Image Forgery Forensics.
  2. Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation: Image Forgery Localization Combining Self-supervised Learning and Knowledge Distillation.
  3. Science and Technology Foundation of Guangzhou: Verifiable Robustness of Object Detection Models Using Domain Knowledge.
  4. Science and Technology Foundation of Guangzhou: Short-term Heavy Precipitation Forecasting with Super-resolution Reconstruction.

📝 Conclusion

Yuan Rao is a prominent researcher and educator in media forensics and AI security. With a robust academic background, impressive research achievements, and numerous accolades, she is committed to advancing technologies that ensure the integrity and security of digital media.