Muhammad Irfan Khan | Deep Learning | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Muhammad Irfan Khan | Deep Learning | Best Researcher Award

University of Electronic Science and Technology of China | China

Muhammad Irfan Khan is a dedicated ML Security Engineer, researcher, and academic professional specializing in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and image processing, currently pursuing his M.S. in Information and Communication Engineering at the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China (UESTC), Chengdu. He has worked as a Machine Learning & Security Engineer at Victoriam.ai Solution, USA, where he developed threat detection models and optimized real-time security frameworks, and as a Research Intern at LinkDoc Technology, contributing to medical image segmentation advancements. At Namal University, Pakistan, he gained substantial experience as a Research Assistant, Teaching Assistant, and Lab Engineer, supporting AI/ML research, supervising projects, and co-authoring multiple peer-reviewed publications. His research contributions include journal articles such as “Genetic Algorithm Based Hybrid Deep Learning Framework for Stability Prediction of ABO3 Perovskites in Solar Cell Applications” (Energies, 2025), “Forecasting Fluctuations in Cryptocurrency Trading Volume Using a Hybrid LSTM-DQN Reinforcement Learning” (Digital Finance Journal, 2025), “Machine Learning-Powered Malware Detection in Encrypted IoT Traffic” (IEEE Journal of IoT, 2024), and “Decoding Emotions: U-Net-Driven Pattern Recognition for fMRI Analysis” (IEEE Transactions on Medical Imaging, 2025), along with conference proceedings in ICICT and IBCAST. He has served as a reviewer for international journals and conferences, including Computational Economics (Springer), Scientific Reports (Nature), and AAAI-26. His technical strengths span deep learning, reinforcement learning, cybersecurity, computer vision, and data-driven optimization, while also excelling in leadership and collaborative research. Despite his growing recognition, his current Scopus/Google Scholar profile records 2 documents reflecting his early yet impactful stage in research.

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Featured Publication

Wali, S., Khan, M. I., & Zulfiqar, N. (2025). Forecasting fluctuations in cryptocurrency trading volume using a hybrid LSTM–DQN reinforcement learning. Digital Finance Journal.

 

Ching-Lung Fan | Deep Learning | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ching-Lung Fan | Deep Learning | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor, ROC Military Academy, Taiwan

Ching-Lung Fan is an associate professor in Civil Engineering at the Republic of China Military Academy. He completed his Ph.D. in 2019 from the National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology. His professional journey reflects a strong dedication to advancing technology in the construction and civil engineering sectors, particularly through the application of machine learning and deep learning methods. 🏫

Publication Profile

Education

Dr. Fan holds a Master of Science (M.S.) from National Taiwan University (2006) and a Ph.D. from National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology (2019). His academic background underscores his commitment to both theoretical and practical contributions to the field. 🎓

Experience

Dr. Fan started his academic career as an assistant professor at the Republic of China Military Academy in January 2019 and was promoted to associate professor in June 2022. His teaching and research experience has significantly impacted the study of civil engineering, especially through the integration of machine learning and data mining. 🏢

Awards and Honors

Ching-Lung Fan has received several prestigious awards, including the Phi Tau Phi Scholastic Honor (2019), Outstanding Paper Award (2021), Excellent Paper Award (2022), and Best Researcher Award (2024). In 2023, he was honored with membership in Sigma Xi, an esteemed scientific organization. 🏅

Research Focus

Dr. Fan’s research interests are primarily centered around machine learning, deep learning, data mining, construction performance evaluation, and risk management. His work integrates cutting-edge computational methods with civil engineering applications to enhance the quality and efficiency of construction projects. 🤖📊

Conclusion

Dr. Fan’s innovative contributions to civil engineering, particularly in the realm of AI-driven solutions, continue to shape the future of construction and infrastructure development. His ongoing research and recognition in the academic community highlight his expertise and impact in the field. 🌟

Publications

 Integrating image processing technology and deep learning to identify crops in UAV orthoimages. CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua. (Accepted).

Predicting the construction quality of projects by using hybrid soft computing techniques. CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences. (Accepted).

 Evaluation model for crack detection with deep learning—Improved confusion matrix based on linear features. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management (ASCE), 151(3): 04024210. (SCI).

 Evaluating the performance of Taiwan airport renovation projects: An application of multiple attributes intelligent decision analysis. Buildings, 14(10): 3314. (SCI).

Deep neural networks for automated damage classification in image-based visual data of reinforced concrete structures. Heliyon, 10(19): e38104. (SCI).

Multiscale feature extraction by using convolutional neural network: Extraction of objects from multiresolution images of urban areas. ISPRS International Journal of GeoInformation, 13(1): 5. (SCI).

Ground surface structure classification using UAV remote sensing images and machine learning algorithms. Applied Geomatics, 15: 919-931. (ESCI).

 Using convolutional neural networks to identify illegal roofs from unmanned aerial vehicle images. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 20(2): 390-410. (SCI).

Evaluation of machine learning in recognizing images of reinforced concrete damage. Multimedia Tools and Applications, 82: 30221-30246. (SCI).

 Supervised machine learning–Based detection of concrete efflorescence. Symmetry, 14(11): 284. (SCI).

 

soheila nazari | neural network | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr. soheila nazari | neural network | Best Researcher Award

university faculty, shahid beheshti university, Iran

🎓 Dr. Soheila Nazari is a dedicated researcher and expert in Digital Electronics and Neuromorphic Computing, with a particular focus on bio-inspired systems. With a PhD from Amirkabir University of Technology, she has contributed extensively to the fields of spiking neural networks and neuron-astrocyte interactions. Dr. Nazari’s research has been published in top scientific journals, making significant strides in the development of digital and bio-inspired neural systems.

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Strengths for the Award:

  1. Educational Background: Soheila Nazari has a strong academic foundation with a B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. in Digital Electronics from prestigious institutions like Amirkabir University of Technology, Tehran. Her high GPAs and excellent thesis scores (19.5, 20, and 20) demonstrate her commitment and expertise in her field.
  2. Innovative Research: Her Ph.D. thesis focuses on creating a mapping between two spiking neural networks to enable cognitive abilities, which is highly innovative and relevant in the field of neuromorphic computing and artificial intelligence.
  3. Publications in High-Impact Journals: She has several high-quality publications in respected journals, such as Neural Networks and Neuroscience Letters. Her research on neuron-astrocyte interactions and neuromorphic circuits is cutting-edge and aligns with current trends in neuro-inspired computational systems.
  4. Interdisciplinary Work: Soheila’s work spans across multiple fields including digital electronics, neuroscience, and biomedical engineering, showcasing her versatility and capability to work on interdisciplinary projects.
  5. Applications in Healthcare: Her involvement in the diagnostic value of impedance imaging systems in breast mass detection indicates that her research has real-world applications, particularly in healthcare, which enhances the societal impact of her work.

Areas for Improvement:

  1. Collaborations: While her research is strong, increasing her network through collaborations with international researchers or labs could enhance her visibility and broaden the impact of her work.
  2. Further Application of Research: While her publications are impressive, more practical applications or real-world implementations of her research could bolster her profile further, especially in translating neuromorphic computing models into usable technologies.
  3. Diversity of Research Topics: While she excels in neuromorphic computing, branching out into other emerging areas like quantum computing or deeper AI-related projects could further diversify her research portfolio.

Education

📚 Dr. Soheila Nazari holds a B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering (Electronics) from Razi University of Kermanshah, Iran (2008-2012), followed by an M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Digital Electronics from Amirkabir University of Technology, Tehran, Iran (2012-2014 and 2015-2018 respectively). Her academic performance has been outstanding, with a series of high-grade theses centered around neural networks and bio-inspired systems.

Experience

💻 Throughout her academic and professional career, Dr. Nazari has specialized in digital implementations of neuromorphic circuits and neuron-astrocyte interaction models. Her research experience spans numerous projects aimed at developing hardware-friendly solutions for neuromorphic applications, making her a pioneer in the digital neuromorphic circuit design field.

Research Focus

🧠 Dr. Nazari’s research primarily revolves around neuromorphic computing, bio-inspired stimulations, and digital implementations of spiking neural networks. Her work explores how neuron-astrocyte interactions can be used in hardware designs to model complex cognitive functions, and she has developed new methods for synaptic plasticity and signal processing in neural networks.

Awards and Honours

🏆 Dr. Nazari has earned recognition for her academic achievements, receiving top scores in her thesis work during her M.Sc. and Ph.D. studies. She continues to contribute to prestigious scientific conferences and journals, establishing herself as a leading voice in neuromorphic computing and digital electronics.

Publication Top Notes

📄 Dr. Nazari has published extensively in international journals, covering topics like digital neuron-astrocyte interactions, bio-inspired stimulators, and neuromorphic circuits. Her work is highly cited, reflecting its impact in the field.

A digital neuromorphic circuit for a simplified model of astrocyte dynamics (2014), Neuroscience Letters, cited by 85 articles.

A digital implementation of neuron–astrocyte interaction for neuromorphic applications (2015), Neural Networks, cited by 125 articles.

A novel digital implementation of neuron–astrocyte interactions (2015), Journal of Computational Electronics, cited by 70 articles.

Multiplier-less digital implementation of neuron–astrocyte signalling on FPGA (2015), Neurocomputing, cited by 95 articles.

A multiplier-less digital design of a bio-inspired stimulator to suppress synchronized regime in a large-scale, sparsely connected neural network (2015), Neural Computing and Applications, cited by 60 articles.

Conclusion:

Soheila Nazari is a strong candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. Her academic excellence, cutting-edge research, interdisciplinary work, and significant contributions to both neuromorphic computing and healthcare applications make her highly deserving of recognition. By focusing on international collaborations and translating her research into practical innovations, she could further solidify her standing as a leading researcher in her field.

Muhammad Sajjad | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

 Dr.  Muhammad Sajjad | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

Faculty (Visiting), Quaid-I-Azam University Islamabad, Pakistan

Muhammad Sajjad is a Pakistani mathematician specializing in cybersecurity and cryptography. With a Ph.D. from Quaid-i-Azam University, his research focuses on advanced coding and cryptographic schemes, published extensively in renowned journals. He’s received numerous awards, including the International Research Award on Cybersecurity and Cryptography. Sajjad’s expertise extends to teaching and international collaborations, contributing significantly to academia. 🎓 His innovative work bridges theoretical mathematics with practical applications, ensuring data security in the digital age. 🛡️

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🎓 Education

Muhammad Sajjad holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Mathematics from Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad. He also completed his Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.) and Master of Science (M.Sc.) degrees from the same institution.

💼 Experience

He has significant experience in academia, having taught various mathematics courses at Quaid-i-Azam University, National University of Modern Languages, Bahria University, and FG Sir Syed College. He has also been involved in research conferences and international collaborations.

🔍 Research Interests

Sajjad’s research interests span across several areas including Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Vector Algebra, Non-commutative Algebra, Number Theory, Coding Theory, Channel Coding, and Cryptography.

🏆 Awards

He has received numerous awards and scholarships throughout his academic journey, including the International Research Award on Cybersecurity and Cryptography and being a finalist for PakCrypto by the National Centre for Cyber Security (NCCS).

📚 Publications

Sajjad, M., Shah, T., Haq, T.U., Almutairi, B., & Xin, Q., “SPN based RGB Image Encryption over Gaussian Integers,” Heliyon, vol. 10, 2024. Link (Cited by: 0)

Sajjad, M., & Shah, T., “Decoding of cyclic codes over quaternion integers by modified Berlekamp–Massey algorithm,” Computational and Applied Mathematics, 43(2), 2024. Link (Cited by: 0)

Sajjad, M., Shah, T., Alsaud, H., & Alammari, M., “Designing pair of nonlinear components of a block cipher over quaternion integers,” AIMS Mathematics, vol. 8, 2023. Link (Cited by: 0)

Sajjad, M., Shah, T., Xin, Q., & Almutairi B., “Eisenstein field BCH codes constructions and decoding,” AIMS Mathematics, vol. 8. Link (Cited by: 0)

Sajjad, M., Shah, T., Alammari, M., & Alsaud, H., “Construction and Decoding of BCH-Codes Over the Gaussian Field,” IEEE Access, vol. 11, 2023. Link (Cited by: 0)