Khaled Alhosani | Sustainable Computing | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Khaled Alhosani | Sustainable Computing | Best Researcher Award

Executive Director | Ajman Municipality and Planning Department | United Arab Emirates

Dr. Khaled Alhosani is a distinguished leader in environmental governance, sustainability innovation, and public health advancement. As Executive Director of the Public Health and Environment Sector at the Municipality and Planning Department – Ajman, he has played a pivotal role in transforming Ajman into a regional benchmark for sustainable urban development. With over seventeen years of public sector service, he has introduced impactful reforms in climate neutrality, waste-to-resource innovation, and circular economy integration. His visionary strategies and policy contributions continue to guide Ajman’s path toward net-zero emissions, resilient ecosystems, and international environmental recognition.

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Education Background

Dr. Khaled Alhosani earned a Ph.D. in Sustainable Waste Management from the University of Bolton, UK, with his doctoral thesis focusing on empowering public-private partnerships for sustainable waste management in the circular economy. He holds an MSc in Groundwater Engineering and Management from Ajman University and a BSc in Plant Sciences in Arid Regions from the United Arab Emirates University. Complementing his technical education, he also holds a Diploma in Human Resources from ITAC Institute, UAE, and completed the Leadership Transition Programme at INSEAD Business School, France, preparing him for senior leadership roles in sustainability and governance.

Professional Experience

Dr. Khaled Alhosani currently serves as Executive Director of the Public Health and Environment Sector at the Municipality and Planning Department – Ajman, where he has led initiatives in climate change resilience, air quality intelligence, and sustainable infrastructure systems. His career includes leadership as Director of the Public Health and Environment Department at Ajman Municipality, where he launched sustainability programs and performance frameworks. Previously, he directed the Plant Protection and Quarantine Department at the UAE Ministry of Environment & Water, spearheading national pest management programs. His multifaceted experience demonstrates his expertise in public health, municipal governance, and environmental policy implementation.

Awards and Honors

Throughout his career, Dr. Khaled Alhosani has received multiple awards recognizing his excellence in environmental leadership and governance. He has twice been honored as Top Supervising Employee by Ajman Municipality, in addition to receiving the Department of the Year recognition through the Injaz Program. He is also a recipient of the Nationals in the Way of Excellence Award, which highlights his commitment to innovation, sustainability, and performance excellence. These accolades reflect not only his personal achievements but also his success in driving institutional growth, sustainable reforms, and long-lasting environmental impact across the Emirate of Ajman.

Research Focus

Dr. Khaled Alhosani’s research is centered on sustainable waste management, circular economy integration, and innovative frameworks for climate resilience. His doctoral research on empowering public-private partnerships for waste management has informed Ajman’s municipal strategies and infrastructure. He has also contributed to frameworks for air quality management, strategies for reducing landfill emissions, and AI-enhanced sustainable education. His scholarly work emphasizes bridging theory and practice, with a focus on policy transformation, environmental innovation, and renewable energy solutions. Through his publications, he continues to contribute to global discussions on climate neutrality, urban sustainability, and environmental governance.

Publications

  1. Harnessing coconut shell carbon micro particles for enhanced optical absorbance and sustainable energy storage in organic phase change materials
    Published Year: 2025
    Citation: 1

  2. A framework for public-private partnerships empowerment towards zero industrial waste in the UAE
    Published Year: 2025
    Citation: 1

  3. AI-enhanced sustainable educational framework for a greener world
    Published Year: 2025
    Citation: 1

  4. Air quality management strategic framework for future sustainable cities
    Published Year: 2025
    Citation: 2

Conclusion

Dr. Khaled Alhosani stands as a leading figure in sustainability and environmental governance in the UAE and beyond. His combination of academic expertise, visionary leadership, and impactful reforms has positioned Ajman as a model for sustainable urban transformation. Recognized for his excellence in research, policy, and management, he continues to mentor emerging professionals and contribute to international collaborations. His legacy is defined by advancing environmental innovation, fostering global partnerships, and driving Ajman’s journey toward net-zero emissions and environmental excellence, ensuring a greener, healthier, and more sustainable future for generations to come.

Jiabin Shen | Neuromorphic Computing | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Jiabin Shen | Neuromorphic Computing | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Jiabin Shen, Associate Professor, Fudan University, China.

Dr. Jiabin Shen is an innovative Associate Professor at Fudan University, specializing in photonic computing and emerging memory technologies. With a strong academic foundation and research productivity, he has made remarkable contributions to neuromorphic hardware design. Dr. Shen earned his Ph.D. from the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences and has since excelled through postdoctoral research and faculty roles. His work bridges theoretical and practical aspects of optoelectronic systems, as evidenced by over 20 publications in high-impact journals, 12 patents, and national recognition. A trailblazer in his domain, Dr. Shen continues pushing the boundaries of post-Moore’s Law hardware innovations.

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🎓 Education Background

Dr. Jiabin Shen received his Ph.D. in Microelectronics and Solid-State Electronics from the prestigious University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS) in 2021. During his doctoral studies, he focused on the convergence of photonic systems and advanced computing models. His academic journey was marked by rigorous theoretical training and impactful research outcomes. After completing his doctorate, he joined Fudan University as a postdoctoral researcher, further honing his expertise in optoelectronics. In 2024, he was appointed as an Associate Professor at Fudan University, solidifying his position as a rising star in the fields of photonics and neuromorphic engineering.

🧑‍🏫 Professional Experience

Dr. Shen began his professional academic career with a postdoctoral research fellowship at Fudan University, where he worked on cutting-edge optoelectronic systems from 2021 to 2023. His exceptional contributions led to his appointment as an Associate Professor in 2024 at the same institution. Throughout his tenure, Dr. Shen has managed six high-level research projects and published 22 SCI/Scopus-indexed papers. Although he has not yet been involved in consultancy or industry collaborations, his work remains highly impactful in academic circles. He also holds 12 patents, underscoring his commitment to practical, innovative solutions in computing hardware.

🏅 Awards and Honors

Dr. Jiabin Shen has been selected for China’s prestigious National Young Talents Program, an honor bestowed on promising researchers making significant scientific contributions. His work in photonic computing has been featured among China’s Top 10 Scientific Advances, reflecting national recognition for his research excellence. Dr. Shen’s academic rigor and innovation are also reflected in his multiple patents and high citation count. With over 550 citations to date, his scientific outputs are highly respected in the computing and electronics research community. These accolades collectively affirm his standing as one of China’s most promising young scientists in computing.

🔬 Research Focus

Dr. Shen’s research is centered on photonic neuromorphic computing and emerging memory systems. He has made groundbreaking strides by designing an optoelectronic emulator capable of executing 6-bit precision optical-domain multiplication using FPGA platforms. This system effectively bridges the gap between theoretical designs and real-world hardware, allowing for accurate simulation of image convolution and inference learning. By accelerating the prefabrication verification process, his research enhances the development of photonic computing systems. His work is vital for future computing paradigms that surpass Moore’s Law constraints, setting the stage for the development of advanced, energy-efficient, and high-speed computational architectures.

🔚 Conclusion

Dr. Jiabin Shen stands at the forefront of next-generation computing technologies. As an Associate Professor at Fudan University, his integrated approach to research, combining photonics, neuromorphic systems, and hardware development, has positioned him as a key contributor to global scientific advancements. His academic output, comprising high-impact journal publications and patented innovations, underscores his role as a thought leader in post-silicon computation. Selected for elite national programs and featured among China’s top scientific breakthroughs, Dr. Shen’s career trajectory exemplifies excellence in research and innovation. His journey continues to inspire and redefine possibilities in computational science.

📚 Top Publications by Dr. Jiabin Shen

  1. All-optical arithmetic processing using phase-change photonic circuits
    Published in: Science, 2021
    Cited by: 95 articles
    Summary: Demonstrates integrated optical computing operations using phase-change materials.

  2. In-memory photonic computing with non-volatile materials
    Published in: Nature, 2021
    Cited by: 122 articles
    Summary: Introduces novel photonic memory units capable of accelerating neuromorphic workloads.

  3. FPGA-integrated emulator for photonic neuromorphic circuits
    Published in: IEEE Transactions on Neural Networks and Learning Systems, 2022
    Cited by: 66 articles
    Summary: Presents a simulation-emulation framework bridging software models and physical hardware.

  4. High-speed optoelectronic computing based on memristive switching
    Published in: Materials Today, 2021
    Cited by: 89 articles
    Summary: Explores memristive-based photonic systems for fast, reliable AI inference.

  5. Emulating synaptic plasticity using nanophotonic circuits
    Published in: Optica, 2022
    Cited by: 48 articles
    Summary: Achieves tunable photonic synaptic weights using silicon photonics for neuromorphic learning.