Mahmoud Abd-Ellah | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mahmoud Abd-Ellah | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

Egyptian Russian University | Egypt

Dr. Mahmoud Khaled Abd-Ellah is an accomplished Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Artificial Intelligence, Egyptian Russian University, Badr, Egypt, widely recognized for his pioneering research at the intersection of artificial intelligence, medical imaging, and deep learning. Holding a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Minia University, his doctoral research focused on brain tumor diagnosis through MRI using advanced machine learning techniques. His impressive publication portfolio includes 22 Scopus-indexed papers, collectively cited 830 times by 774 documents, with an h-index of 12 demonstrating substantial scientific impact and research excellence. His scholarly work has been featured in leading journals such as Scientific Reports, Neural Computing and Applications, and Ecological Informatics, advancing AI-driven approaches for medical image analysis, automated brain tumor detection, COVID-19 classification, and environmental data modeling. Beyond research, Dr. Abd-Ellah actively contributes to academic governance and quality enhancement as a member of the Egyptian International Ranking Committee, head of the Quality Management Unit, and ranking official at the Egyptian Russian University. He is also an active member of multiple IEEE councils, engaging in the development and application of AI across engineering and biomedical domains. His ORCID profile (0000-0002-6840-2503) and Scopus ID (57191265348) further reflect his consistent record of impactful scholarship and international collaboration. With his interdisciplinary expertise, editorial service, and mentorship of Ph.D. and master’s students, Dr. Mahmoud Khaled Abd-Ellah exemplifies academic leadership, innovation, and a transformative approach to research that advances both science and society.

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Featured Publications

  • Abd-Ellah, M. K., Awad, A. I., Khalaf, A. A. M., & Hamed, H. F. A. (2019). A review on brain tumor diagnosis from MRI images: Practical implications, key achievements, and lessons learned. Magnetic Resonance Imaging, 61, 300–318.

  • Abd-Ellah, M. K., Awad, A. I., Khalaf, A. A. M., & Hamed, H. F. A. (2018). Two-phase multi-model automatic brain tumour diagnosis system from magnetic resonance images using convolutional neural networks. EURASIP Journal on Image and Video Processing, 2018(1), 1–10.

  • El-Rawy, M., Abd-Ellah, M. K., Fathi, H., & Ahmed, A. K. A. (2021). Forecasting effluent and performance of wastewater treatment plant using different machine learning techniques. Journal of Water Process Engineering, 44, 102380.

  • Abd-Ellah, M. K., Awad, A. I., Khalaf, A. A. M., & Hamed, H. F. A. (2016). Design and implementation of a computer-aided diagnosis system for brain tumor classification. In 2016 28th International Conference on Microelectronics (ICM) (pp. 73–76).

  • MostafaShokry, A. A. M. K., Awad, A. I., & Abd-Ellah, M. K. (2022). Systematic survey of advanced metering infrastructure security: Vulnerabilities, attacks, countermeasures, and future vision. Future Generation Computer Systems, 1–21.

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.