Dr. JOONSOO KIM | Digital Transformation | Best Researcher Award

Dr. JOONSOO KIM | Digital Transformation | Best Researcher Award

Postdoctoral Researcher, Korea Institute of Construction Technology (KICT), South Korea.

Dr. Joon-Soo Kim is an innovative and skilled researcher in Construction Management, with a strong command of advanced data analytics, machine learning, and environmental sustainability. His academic and research work uniquely integrates engineering with cutting-edge technologies such as text mining and big data to enhance construction safety and efficiency. Currently serving as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Korea Institute of Civil Engineering and Building Technology (KICT), Dr. Kim is highly regarded for developing reliable decision-making models tailored to complex engineering challenges. His expertise spans from eco-friendly engineering solutions to smart waste management systems, making him a vital contributor to sustainable civil engineering research. 🏗️📊🌿

Publication Profile

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🎓 Education Background

Dr. Kim earned his Ph.D. in Construction Environment and Energy Engineering from Kyungpook National University, where his dissertation explored road construction environmental load and cost estimation using machine learning. He also holds a Master’s in Construction Systems Engineering with a specialization in Geotechnical and Road Engineering, and a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering—all from the same university. His academic path reflects a strong commitment to applying data-driven insights to real-world infrastructure problems. 🎓📚

💼 Professional Experience

Dr. Kim is currently a Postdoctoral Researcher at KICT, contributing to advancements in civil infrastructure and environmental solutions. Prior to this, he worked at the Intelligent Construction Automation Research Center, Kyungpook National University, for over three years. He also shared his expertise as a lecturer at Daegu University, teaching courses such as Basic Statistics and Construction Management. His combined academic and field experience empowers him to lead high-impact research in civil engineering. 🏢👨‍🏫

🏅 Awards and Honors

Dr. Kim holds registered intellectual property rights, including a software-based Construction Waste Information Management (CWIM) system using QR codes (2023), and a patented Eco-Friendly Value Engineering Decision Analysis System (Patent No. 10-1745567, registered in 2017). These innovations underscore his commitment to enhancing efficiency and sustainability in construction engineering through smart technologies. 🏆📜💡

🔍 Research Focus

Dr. Kim’s primary research areas include construction safety, environmental load management, and project efficiency, with a strong focus on big data, machine learning, and geospatial analysis. He specializes in Value Engineering (VE), Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), and advanced image processing techniques like YOLO for object detection. His multidisciplinary approach supports disaster prevention and promotes green building practices. 🔎🌱📈

📘 Conclusion

Combining strong academic foundations with hands-on innovation, Dr. Joon-Soo Kim continues to make significant strides in the civil and construction engineering fields. His work not only enhances safety and environmental responsibility but also sets a benchmark in leveraging AI-driven methodologies for engineering problem-solving. 👏🌐🚧

📚 Top Publications with 

  1. Image Processing and QR Code Application Method for Construction Safety Management
    Kim, J.-S., Yi, C.-Y., & Park, Y.-J., 2021, Applied Sciences
    📑 Cited by: 18 articles (as per Google Scholar)

  2. Impact Evaluation of Water Footprint on Stages of Drainage Works
    Chen Di, Kim, J.-S., Batagalle V., & Kim, B.-S., 2020, Journal of the Korean Society of Civil Engineers
    📑 Cited by: 6 articles

  3. Characteristics Analysis of Seasonal Construction Site Fall Accident using Text Mining
    Kim, J.-S., & Kim, B.-S., 2019, Journal of the Korea Institute of Construction Engineering and Management
    📑 Cited by: 11 articles

  4. Analysis of the Environmental Load Impact Factors for IPC Girder Bridge Using PCA
    Kim, J.-S., Jeon, J.-G., & Kim, B.-S., 2018, Journal of the Korea Institute of Construction Engineering and Management
    📑 Cited by: 9 articles

  5. Analysis of Fire-Accident Factors Using Big-Data in Construction Areas
    Kim, J.-S., & Kim, B.-S., 2017, KSCE Journal of Civil Engineering
    📑 Cited by: 34 articles

  6. Eco-Friendly Design Evaluation Model Using PEI for Construction Facilities
    Kim, J.-S., & Kim, B.-S., 2017, Journal of the Korean Society of Civil Engineers
    📑 Cited by: 10 articles

  7. Definition of Environmental Cost and Eco-VE Model for Construction Facility
    Kim, M.-J., Kim, J.-S., & Kim, B.-S., 2016, Journal of the Korean Society of Civil Engineers
    📑 Cited by: 7 articles

  8. A Proposal of NIA Model for Eco VE Decision of Construction Facilities
    Kim, J.-S., & Kim, B.-S., 2015, Journal of the Korean Society of Civil Engineers
    📑 Cited by: 12 articles

 

Mahfooz Alam | Cloud Computing | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Mahfooz Alam | Cloud Computing | Best Researcher Award

Assistant professor, G. L. Bajaj College of Technology and Management, Greater Noida, India

Dr. Mahfooz Alam is an esteemed academician and researcher in the field of Computer Science, specializing in Cloud Computing, Internet of Things (IoT), Workflow Scheduling, and Machine Learning 🤖. He is currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of MCA at G. L. Bajaj College of Technology and Management, Greater Noida, India 🇮🇳. With a strong academic background and years of teaching experience, Dr. Alam is dedicated to advancing knowledge in secured workflow allocation and innovative computing methodologies. His research contributions are well-recognized, with publications in reputed journals, including IEEE, Springer, Elsevier, and Wiley 📚.

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🎓 Education

Dr. Mahfooz Alam holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Aligarh, India 🎓. He pursued his M.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering from Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow. Additionally, he completed his B.C.A. and M.C.A. from Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), New Delhi. His academic journey reflects his commitment to excellence in research and innovation in computing technologies 🖥️.

💼 Experience

Dr. Alam has a wealth of teaching and research experience, having served as an Assistant Professor at Al-Barkaat College of Graduate Studies (ABCGS), Aligarh, for six years 🏫. Currently, he holds the position of Assistant Professor at G. L. Bajaj College of Technology and Management, Greater Noida. His dedication to mentoring students and contributing to research has made him a respected figure in academia. His expertise extends to cutting-edge domains such as heuristic and meta-heuristic approaches in secured workflow allocation 🔬.

🏆 Awards and Honors

Dr. Mahfooz Alam has been recognized for his significant contributions to computer science research. His work has been published in high-impact international journals and conferences, gaining citations and recognition from fellow researchers worldwide 🌍. His contributions to machine learning applications and cloud computing security have positioned him as a thought leader in the field.

🔬 Research Focus

Dr. Alam’s research primarily focuses on Cloud Computing, IoT, Workflow Scheduling, and Load Balancing ☁️. He explores innovative approaches to software defect prediction, cybersecurity in IoT, and machine learning-driven optimization techniques. His research integrates heuristic, meta-heuristic, and reinforcement learning methods to address challenges in secure computing environments 🔍.

🔚 Conclusion

Dr. Mahfooz Alam is a dedicated academician and researcher contributing extensively to cloud computing, machine learning, and IoT security. His publications, teaching, and research endeavors continue to impact the field, shaping innovative solutions for complex computational challenges 🚀. With a strong passion for advancing knowledge and technology, Dr. Alam remains a prominent figure in the global research community 🌏.

📜 Publications

Comprehensive Bibliographic Survey and Forward-Looking Recommendations for Software Defect Prediction (IEEE Access, 2025) 📖 DOI: 10.1109/ACCESS.2024.3517419

Software Defects Prediction Using Generative Adversarial Network Based Data Balancing (Book Chapter, 2025) 📖 DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-83790-6_22

Reinforcing Defect Prediction: A Reinforcement Learning Approach  (Iran Journal of Computer Science, 2025) 📖 DOI: 10.1007/s42044-024-00214-8

Ensemble Deep Learning Techniques for Time Series Analysis (Cluster Computing, 2025) 📖 DOI: 10.1007/s10586-024-04684-0

A Levelized Multiple Workflow Heterogeneous Earliest Finish Time Allocation Model  (Algorithms, 2025) 📖 DOI: 10.3390/a18020099

Cybersecurity Challenges for Social, Ad-hoc, and Sensor Networks in IoT  (Wireless Ad-hoc and Sensor Networks, 2024) 📖 DOI: 10.1201/9781003528982-12

Performance Evaluation on Detection of Phishing Websites Using Machine Learning Techniques (ICEECT, 2024) 📖 DOI: 10.1109/iceect61758.2024.10739275

Empowering IoT Security (Book Chapter, 2024) 📖 DOI: 10.1201/9781003460367-11

A Trustworthy Hybrid Model for Transparent Software Defect Prediction: SPAM-XAI (PLOS ONE, 2024) 📖 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0307112

Security Challenges for Workflow Allocation Model in Cloud Computing Environment: A Comprehensive Survey, Framework,
Taxonomy, Open Issues, and Future Directions
 (Journal of Supercomputing, 2024) 📖 DOI: 10.1007/s11227-023-05873-1