Rab Nawaz Bashir | Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Rab Nawaz Bashir | Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor, COMSATS University, Pakistan

Dr. Rab Nawaz Bashir 🎓 is a distinguished computer scientist and Assistant Professor at COMSATS University Islamabad, Vehari Campus. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Islamia University Bahawalpur and has been instrumental in shaping research and education in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and the Internet of Things (IoT). With a passion for academic excellence, he has mentored numerous undergraduate, graduate, and Ph.D. students, guiding them toward impactful research and industry readiness. His dedication to scholarly contributions and innovative teaching has made him a respected figure in the field of computer science.

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Education 🎓

Dr. Bashir has a strong academic foundation, earning his Ph.D. in Computer Science (2021) from Islamia University Bahawalpur. Prior to that, he completed an MS in Computer Science (2015) from the same institution. His educational journey began with a Master in Computer Science (MCS) from Pir Mehr Ali Shah University of Arid Agriculture (2008). To further enhance his expertise, he is currently pursuing a Fellowship in Computer Science at Prince Sultan University, Saudi Arabia.

Experience 👨‍🏫

With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Bashir has significantly contributed to academia and research. Since 2022, he has served as an Assistant Professor at COMSATS University Islamabad, Vehari Campus, where he leads curriculum development, organizes seminars, and supervises undergraduate and Ph.D. research. Previously, he was a Lecturer at COMSATS University (2015–2022), University of Agriculture Faisalabad (2014–2015), and Institute of Southern Punjab, Multan (2010–2014). Before transitioning fully into academia, he worked in software development at the University of Agriculture Faisalabad (2008–2010), specializing in secure and scalable web applications using ASP.NET and SQL Server.

Awards and Honors 🏆

Dr. Bashir has been recognized multiple times for his outstanding contributions to research and academic excellence. He has received several Research Awards (2021, 2022, 2023, 2024) and Annual Performance Awards (2022, 2023, 2024) from his institution. Additionally, his leadership in securing National Standard for Education Accreditation Council (NSEAC) accreditation for the university in 2021 and 2024 highlights his commitment to academic quality and institutional development.

Research Focus 🔬

Dr. Bashir’s research spans various cutting-edge domains, including machine learning, IoT, and computer programming. His work emphasizes real-world applications, such as IoT-enabled smart agriculture, machine learning-based fraud detection, and deep learning for natural image processing. His interdisciplinary collaborations have resulted in high-impact research, contributing to advancements in federated learning, fog computing, and agricultural technology.

Conclusion 🌟

Dr. Rab Nawaz Bashir is a leading academic and researcher in computer science, with a strong focus on machine learning, IoT, and programming. His dedication to mentoring students, publishing impactful research, and advancing academic excellence has earned him numerous awards and recognitions. With a vision for future innovations, he continues to push the boundaries of computer science, contributing to both academia and industry through groundbreaking research and leadership.

Publications 📚

A Novel 1-Dimensional Cosine Chaotic Equation and Digital Image Encryption Technique (IEEE Access, 2024) – DOI: 10.1109/ACCESS.2024.3447889

Federated Learning (FL) Model of Wind Power Prediction (IEEE Access, 2024) – DOI: 10.1109/ACCESS.2024.3415781

IoT-Enabled Firmness Grades of Tomato in Cold Supply Chain Using Fusion of Whale Optimization Algorithm and Extreme Learning Machine (IEEE Access, 2024) – DOI: 10.1109/ACCESS.2024.3379327

Mushroom Species Classification in Natural Habitats Using Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN) (IEEE Access, 2024) – DOI: 10.1109/ACCESS.2024.3502543

Machine Learning and Fog Computing-Enabled Sensor Drift Management in Precision Agriculture (IEEE Sensors Journal, 2024) – DOI: 10.1109/JSEN.2024.3451662

Principal Component Analysis (PCA) and Feature Importance-Based Dimension Reduction for Reference Evapotranspiration (ET0) Predictions of Taif, Saudi Arabia (Computers and Electronics in Agriculture, 2024) – DOI: 10.1016/j.compag.2024.109036

Ensemble Deep Learning-Based Prediction of Fraudulent Cryptocurrency Transactions (IEEE Access, 2023) – DOI: 10.1109/ACCESS.2023.3310576

Internet of Things Based Weekly Crop Pest Prediction by Using Deep Neural Network  (IEEE Access, 2023) – DOI: 10.1109/ACCESS.2023.3301504

Stacked Ensemble Model for Tropical Cyclone Path Prediction (IEEE Access, 2023) – DOI: 10.1109/ACCESS.2023.3292907

Smart Reference Evapotranspiration Using Internet of Things and Hybrid Ensemble Machine Learning Approach (Internet of Things, 2023) – DOI: 10.1016/j.iot.2023.100962

Abdelhak Bouayad | machine Learning | Young Scientist Award

Dr. Abdelhak Bouayad | machine Learning | Young Scientist Award

PhD, UM6P, Morocco

📚 Abdelhak Bouayad is a dedicated researcher in artificial intelligence and privacy from the College of Computing at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University in Ben-Guérir, Morocco. His work explores innovative methods to protect sensitive data in machine learning models, ensuring both privacy and AI effectiveness. With a robust background in machine learning, data security, and federated learning, Abdelhak aims to drive advancements in privacy-preserving AI applications.

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Education

🎓 Abdelhak Bouayad is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Computer Science at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University under the guidance of Dr. Ismail Berrada. He holds an M.Sc. in Big Data Analytics and Smart Systems from Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, where he developed a thesis on lip reading for speech recognition, and a B.A. in Mathematics and Computer Science from the same institution in Fès, Morocco.

Experience

👨‍💻 Abdelhak has served as a Research Assistant at the College of Computing at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University since 2019. His research delves into the intersection of machine learning, privacy, and federated learning, with a focus on protocols to secure data exchanges and safeguard privacy within machine learning systems.

Research Focus

🔍 Abdelhak’s research is centered on artificial intelligence, machine learning, and privacy-preserving mechanisms. His primary focus lies in creating algorithms and protocols that protect sensitive data in machine learning models from potential exploitation. He aims to strengthen federated learning systems to ensure robust data privacy without compromising AI performance.

Awards and Honors

🏆 Abdelhak was awarded the College of Computing Fellowship for a pre-doctoral fellowship at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University from October 2018 to October 2019. This fellowship recognizes his commitment to research excellence and contributions to privacy-preserving AI methods.

Publication Highlights

NF-NIDS: Normalizing Flows for Network Intrusion Detection Systems

On the atout ticket learning problem for neural networks and its application in securing federated learning exchanges

Investigating Domain Adaptation for Network Intrusion Detection

 

Hsiu Hsia Lin | Machine learning | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Hsiu Hsia Lin | Machine learning | Best Researcher Award

Research Fellow, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taiwan

Dr. Hsiu-Hsia Lin is a dedicated Research Fellow at the Craniofacial Research Center, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taiwan, and an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the Graduate Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Science, Chang Gung University. With a strong foundation in AI and 3D craniofacial image processing, her research contributes significantly to advancements in orthognathic surgery. Dr. Lin’s expertise in surgical navigation and CAD/CAM-assisted surgery is pivotal in improving craniofacial surgical outcomes. 🌟

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Education:

Dr. Lin earned her Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering from National Chung Hsing University, Taiwan, following a Master’s in Computer Science from Tunghai University. Her academic journey is deeply rooted in computer science, blending AI with craniofacial research. 🎓📚

Experience:

Dr. Lin has held key research positions, including Assistant Research Fellow and Postdoctoral Fellow at the Craniofacial Research Center, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital. Her postdoctoral work also extended to the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at National Chung Hsing University. Her extensive experience has helped bridge the gap between AI technology and clinical applications. 💼🔬

Research Focus:

Dr. Lin’s research revolves around Pattern Recognition, Artificial Intelligence, and 3D Craniofacial Image Processing. She specializes in computer-aided surgical simulation for orthognathic surgery, surgical navigation, and CAD/CAM-assisted procedures, aiming to optimize outcomes in facial surgery. 🧠💻

Awards and Honors:

Dr. Lin has received multiple recognitions for her contributions to craniofacial research and AI in surgery. Her work continues to shape modern surgical approaches, particularly in orthognathic surgery, enhancing patient outcomes. 🏆👏

Publication Top Notes:

Dr. Lin’s publications focus on integrating AI with medical applications, particularly in 3D craniofacial analysis and orthognathic surgery. Her studies offer novel methods for surgical planning, facial attractiveness assessment, and facial symmetry evaluation.

Quantification of facial symmetry in orthognathic surgery (Dec. 2024) in Comput Biol Med., cited by 5 articles. DOI

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eletofacial model for surgery planning (Feb. 2024) in Plast Reconstr Surg., cited by 3 articles. DOI

Facial attractiveness assessment using transfer learning (Jan. 2024) in Pattern Recognit., cited by 4 articles. DOI

Optimizing Orthognathic Surgery (Nov. 2023) in J. Clin. Med., cited by 6 articles. DOI

Single-Splint, 2-Jaw Orthognathic Surgery (Nov. 2023) in J Craniofac Surg., cited by 2 articles. DOI

Applications of 3D imaging in craniomaxillofacial surgery (Aug. 2023) in Biomed J., cited by 7 articles. DOI

Facial Beauty Assessment using Attention Mechanism (Mar. 2023) in Diagnostics, cited by 8 articles. DOI