Dr. Yonglin Ren | Computer Science | Innovative Research Award

Dr. Yonglin Ren | Computer Science | Innovative Research Award

Senior Project Engineer & Researcher | Concordia University | Canada

Dr. Yonglin Ren is a distinguished Senior Project Engineer and Researcher at Concordia University, recognized for his interdisciplinary expertise in mathematical modeling, logistics optimization, and sustainable engineering systems. His research bridges theoretical optimization frameworks and industrial applications, focusing on metaheuristic algorithms, CAD/CAE-based modeling, and supply chain design for humanitarian and sustainable logistics. Dr. Ren’s contributions have advanced methodologies for capacitated location allocation problems, high-speed rail freight transport, and dynamic mechanical system modeling. His work integrates computational intelligence with real-world challenges in water resource management, transportation networks, and crisis logistics, making a significant impact in both academia and industry. His publications are widely cited, reflecting his influence in the fields of operational research and applied optimization, with a Scopus record of 3 indexed documents, 6 citations, and an h-index of 1, alongside a Google Scholar citation count of 26. Dr. Ren has collaborated on multiple international engineering and research projects, driving innovations that contribute to sustainable development and global resource optimization.

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Scopus

Featured Publications 

Ren, Y., & Awasthi, A. (2014). Investigating metaheuristics applications for capacitated location allocation problem on logistics networks. Chaos Modeling and Control Systems Design, 213–238.

Ren, Y., & Awasthi, A. (2012). Location allocation planning of logistics depots using genetic algorithm. Research in Logistics & Production, 2, 247–257.

Ren, Y. (2011). Metaheuristics for multiobjective capacitated location allocation on logistics networks. Concordia University.

Ren, Y., Hajiebrahimi, S., Azad, M., Awasthi, A., & Salah, S. (2020). Humanitarian aid for Wuhan with crisis logistics management approach. Proceedings of the International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Operations Management.

Ren, Y., & Awasthi, A. (2025). Logistics hub location for high-speed rail freight transport—Case Ottawa–Quebec City corridor. Logistics, 9(4), 158.

Avraham Lalum | Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Avraham Lalum | Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award

PhD | University of Córdoba | Israel

Avraham (Avi) Lalum is a distinguished legal scholar and researcher specializing in the intersection of real estate law, artificial intelligence, and conflict resolution. His research explores advanced AI-driven models for risk management in real estate transactions, integrating decision-oriented mediation (DOM), behavioral analytics, and deep learning to enhance investment decision frameworks. Lalum’s scholarly contributions bridge the gap between legal regulation and computational modeling, offering innovative methodologies for explainable AI in property law, negotiation, and human–machine interaction. His studies emphasize how artificial intelligence can simulate human reasoning to mitigate financial risk and promote fairness in high-stakes negotiations. His works are widely recognized in Scopus and Web of Science-indexed journals, contributing significantly to the fields of law, data science, and behavioral AI. With a growing academic impact reflected in over 300 citations and an h-index of 6 on Scopus (and 9 on Google Scholar), Lalum’s publications demonstrate both theoretical depth and practical application in LegalTech and AI ethics.

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ORCID

Featured Publications 

Lalum, A., López del Río, L. C., & Villamandos, N. C. (2024). Synthetic reality mapping of real estate using deep learning-based object recognition algorithms. SN Business & Economics, Springer.
Lalum, A., Caridad López del Río, L., & Ceular Villamandos, N. (2025). Multi-dimensional AI-based modeling of real estate investment risk: A regulatory and explainable framework for investment decisions. Mathematics, MDPI.

 

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yun-Cheng Tsai | Data Analytics | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yun-Cheng Tsai | Data Analytics | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor, National Taiwan Normal University, Taiwan

Dr. Yun-Cheng Tsai is a distinguished researcher and educator specializing in blockchain technology, financial vision, artificial intelligence, and educational analytics. He is currently a faculty member at the National Taiwan Normal University, Department of Technology Application and Human Resource Development. With a strong background in computer science and information engineering, Dr. Tsai has contributed significantly to various domains, including educational metaverse environments, reinforcement learning in finance, and data privacy protection. His interdisciplinary research integrates technology and human resource development, making a substantial impact on academia and industry. 🌏💡

Publication Profile

🎓 Education

Dr. Tsai earned his Ph.D. in Computer Science and Information Engineering from National Taiwan Normal University (2009-2016) 🎓. His academic journey also includes prestigious research stays at the Max Planck Institute for the History of Science and Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, where he collaborated on pioneering technological advancements in data science and blockchain applications. 🌍📖

💼 Experience

With a rich academic career spanning multiple institutions, Dr. Tsai has held faculty positions at several esteemed universities in Taiwan. Before joining National Taiwan Normal University in 2022, he was affiliated with Soochow University (2019-2022), National Taiwan University (2017-2019), and National Taipei University of Business (2016-2017). His expertise in blockchain and AI applications has also led to extensive research collaborations globally. 🏫🔬

🏆 Awards and Honors

Dr. Tsai’s contributions to blockchain technology, financial data security, and educational analytics have earned him recognition in the research community. His invited research positions at the Max Planck Institute and Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin highlight his international reputation. 🏅📜

🔬 Research Focus

Dr. Tsai’s research spans blockchain applications in financial systems, reinforcement learning for trading strategies, and AI-driven educational environments. He has developed innovative solutions for transparency in carbon credit markets, interactive learning tools for blockchain education, and privacy-preserving financial vision models. His work is widely cited and influences both academic and industry advancements. 🚀📊

🔍 Conclusion

Dr. Yun-Cheng Tsai is a leading academic in blockchain technology, AI, and educational analytics, making significant contributions to transparency in financial markets, metaverse learning, and AI-powered trading strategies. His global collaborations and impactful research continue to shape the future of technology and education. 🌟📡

🔗 Publications

Enhancing Transparency and Fraud Detection in Carbon Credit Markets Through Blockchain-Based Visualization Techniques – Electronics (2025) 🔗 DOI: 10.3390/electronics14010157

Empowering Young Learners to Explore Blockchain with User‐Friendly Tools: A Method Using Google Blockly and NFTs – IET Blockchain (2024) 🔗 DOI: 10.1049/blc2.12055

Empowering Students Through Active Learning in Educational Big Data Analytics – Smart Learning Environments (2024) 🔗 DOI: 10.1186/s40561-024-00300-1

Learner-Centered Analysis in Educational Metaverse Environments: Exploring Value Exchange Systems Through Natural Interaction and Text Mining – Journal of Metaverse (2023) 🔗 DOI: 10.57019/jmv.1302136

Financial Vision-Based Reinforcement Learning Trading Strategy – Analytics (2022) 🔗 DOI: 10.3390/analytics1010004

The Protection of Data Sharing for Privacy in Financial Vision – Applied Sciences (2022) 🔗 DOI: 10.3390/app12157408

Dynamic Deep Convolutional Candlestick Learner – arXiv (2022) 🔗 Scopus ID: 85123711664

A Pricing Model with Dynamic Credit Rating Transition Matrices – Journal of Risk Model Validation (2021) 🔗 DOI: 10.21314/JRMV.2021.007