Najmeh Zamani | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Najmeh Zamani | Engineering | Best Researcher Award 

Postdoc researcher, Concordia university, Canada

🌟 Najmeh Zamani (b. 29th July 1989) is a dedicated researcher in the field of electrical and computer engineering. She is currently a Postdoctoral Researcher at Concordia University, Canada, with a strong academic background from Isfahan University of Technology, Iran. Najmeh’s expertise spans control systems, nonlinear multi-agent systems, and deep learning applications. Married and proficient in both Persian and English, she is recognized for her significant contributions to her field.

 

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Education

🎓 Najmeh Zamani has an impressive academic record, starting with a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from Isfahan University (2007-2011), where she ranked 1st. She continued at the same university for her Master’s degree (2011-2014), ranking 3rd, and then pursued a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering at Isfahan University of Technology (2015-2021), achieving a GPA of 19/20. Her Ph.D. dissertation focused on the “Consensus of Nonlinear Multi-Agent Systems with Time-Delays and Actuator Faults.” Najmeh also completed postdoctoral research at Concordia University, Canada, in 2023.

Experience

💼 Najmeh Zamani has a robust professional background, including roles as a researcher at Isfahan University of Technology, an R&D researcher at Control Farayand Pasargad Company, and an electronic designer at Sirco Company. Her experience spans industrial projects like COVID-19 pandemic prediction models and power electronic boost converter design. Najmeh has also served as a visiting professor and teaching assistant in various institutions, sharing her expertise in control systems and electronics.

Research Interests

🔬 Najmeh Zamani‘s research interests are diverse and cutting-edge. They include distributed control systems and multi-agent systems, adaptive control of nonlinear systems with time-delays and faults, fault estimation and control theory, and control of distributed applications like mobile sensors. She is also passionate about deep learning, probabilistic graphical models (PGM), data-driven control, reinforcement learning, and data analysis.

Awards

🏆 Najmeh Zamani has received several accolades throughout her academic journey. She was ranked 1st among all graduated students in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Isfahan University in 2011. She was also recognized as an outstanding B.Sc. and M.Sc. student from 2007 to 2014. Notably, she received admission offers for both her graduate and doctoral studies at Isfahan University of Technology without needing to take the National Entrance Exam for Graduate Schools.

Publications

N. Zamani, M. Ataei, M. Niroomand, “Analysis and Control of Chaotic Behavior in Boost Converter by Ramp Compensation Based on Lyapunov Exponents Assignment: Theoretical and Experimental Investigation”, Chaos, Solitons and Fractals, 2015, cited by 20 articles. Link.

N. Zamani, J. Askari, M. Kamali, A. Aghdam, “Distributed adaptive consensus tracking control for non-linear multi-agent systems with time-varying delays”, IET Control Theory & Applications, 2020, cited by 15 articles. Link.

H. Kalantari, M. Mojiri, S. Dubljevic, N. Zamani, “Fast l1-MPC Based on Sensitivity Analysis Strategy”, IET Control Theory & Applications, 2020, cited by 10 articles. Link.

N. Zamani, J. Askari, M. Kamali, H. Kalantari, A. Aghdam, “Adaptive Tracking Control for Nonlinear Multi-Agent Systems with Stuck Failures and Unknown Control Directions”, Journal of the Franklin Institute, 2024. Link.

H. Kalantari, M. Mojiri, Najmeh Zamani, “Urban Traffic Control By Fast l1 Model Predictive Control Based on Sensitivity Analysis”, IET Control Theory & Applications, 2024. Link.

Quan Yuan | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Quan Yuan | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Professor, School of Vehicle and Mobility, Tsinghua University, China

Dr. Quan Yuan is a distinguished professor at the School of Vehicle and Mobility, Tsinghua University. With a Ph.D. in vehicle engineering earned in 1997, Dr. Yuan has made significant contributions to the fields of intelligent vehicles, human factors engineering, traffic safety, and accident analysis. Over his illustrious career, he has led more than 40 research projects, published over 100 papers, and analyzed over 8,000 traffic crashes in Beijing. His research has provided valuable insights and innovations to improve the safety and functionality of intelligent transportation systems.

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🎓 Education:

Dr. Quan Yuan received his Ph.D. in Vehicle Engineering in 1997. He further honed his expertise as a postdoctoral research fellow at Tsinghua University from 2000 to 2003. Additionally, he broadened his academic horizon as a visiting scholar at the University of Washington from 2013 to 2014.

💼 Experience:

Dr. Yuan’s professional journey is marked by his role as a professor at Tsinghua University, where he has been instrumental in advancing research in intelligent vehicles and traffic safety. He has completed over 40 research projects and published more than 100 papers. His editorial appointments include roles such as the editorial director for the Journal of Intelligent & Connected Vehicles and associate editor for Digital Transportation and Information.

🔬 Research Interests:

Dr. Yuan’s research interests are centered on intelligent vehicles, traffic safety, and human factors engineering. His work focuses on combining intelligent vehicle technology with traffic safety to develop testing scenarios that enhance vehicle safety. He has also proposed innovative solutions such as a visual and infrared fusion perception recognition method to improve safety in adverse weather conditions and address traffic safety issues in pastoral areas.

🏆 Awards:

Dr. Quan Yuan has received numerous accolades for his contributions to the field of vehicle engineering and traffic safety. He is a recognized senior member of SAE-China and an esteemed member of IEEE. His work has significantly influenced the development and safety of intelligent transportation systems.

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Paper on Intelligent Vehicle Technology
Study on Traffic Safety and Accident Analysis
Research on Human Factors Engineering in Vehicle Design
Innovations in Traffic Crash Analysis
Book on Vehicle Engineering and Safety

Agostino Giorgio | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr. Agostino Giorgio | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Researcher and Assistant Professor, Politecnico di Bari, Italy

Agostino Giorgio, a distinguished Researcher and Assistant Professor at Politecnico di Bari, Italy, holds a Ph.D. in Electronics Engineering and leads the Digital Electronics Lab since 2020. Born in Bari, Italy, in 1969, his career spans pivotal advancements in embedded systems, FPGA implementations, AI applications, nanoelectronics, and quantum computing. His innovative contributions extend to telemedicine, home care, and personal safety electronics.

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Education📚

Agostino Giorgio completed his Laurea degree with honors in Electronic Engineering from the Polytechnic of Bari in 1994, followed by a Ph.D. in Electronics Engineering in 1998. His academic journey laid the foundation for his extensive research and teaching career.

Experience 💼

Since 1998, Agostino Giorgio has served as a Researcher and Assistant Professor at Politecnico di Bari, where he pioneers research in digital electronics and its applications. He has spearheaded numerous projects and collaborations, notably with the National Institute of Nuclear Physics and AstraZeneca, contributing significantly to fields like particle accelerators for tumor therapy and telemonitoring systems for heart failure.

Research Interests 🔬

Agostino Giorgio’s research interests encompass embedded systems, FPGA design, AI implementation on microcontrollers, quantum computing, and digital electronics for telemedicine and home care applications. His work focuses on advancing technology’s role in enhancing healthcare and safety systems.

Awards 🏆

Agostino Giorgio has earned acclaim for his research contributions, including his nomination for the Best Researcher Award, recognizing his innovations in AI-driven personal safety devices and quantum computing emulation.

Publications

IEEE Access (2024): “Project and Implementation of a Quantum Logic Gate Emulator on FPGA Using a Model-Based Design Approach” – cited by 0 articles.

Journal of Low Power Electronics and Applications (2023): “FPGA-Based Decision Support System for ECG Analysis” – cited by 7 articles.

International Journal of Biomedical Engineering and Technology (2023): “Artificial intelligence methods for image classification applied to biological sounds for the early diagnosis of cardiorespiratory pathologies and COVID-19 infection” – cited by 0 articles.

Adel Hanna | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Adel Hanna | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Civil Engineering, Concordia University, Montreal, Canada

Dr. Adel M. Hanna, Ph.D., P. Eng., F.ASCE, is a distinguished Professor in the Department of Building, Civil, and Environmental Engineering at Concordia University. With a career spanning over four decades, he is renowned for his exceptional contributions to foundation engineering, including groundbreaking research, extensive publications, and influential leadership roles in professional societies.

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Education 📚

Dr. Hanna completed his Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering at the Technical University of Nova Scotia (Dalhousie University) in 1978, focusing on the bearing capacity of footings on layered soils. Prior to that, he earned his M. Eng. from Cairo University and his B. Eng. from Ain-Shams University, both with a specialization in geotechnical and structural engineering.

Experience 👨‍🔬

As a pioneer in geotechnical engineering education, Dr. Hanna introduced the field to Concordia University in 1978. He has since led extensive research endeavors, served as a consultant on various projects globally, and supervised over 100 Master’s and Doctorate degrees. His expertise extends to foundation design, soil-structure interaction, dynamics, and mechanics of foundations, among other areas.

Research Interests 🔬

Dr. Hanna’s research interests encompass a wide range of topics within foundation engineering, including experimental, numerical, and analytical investigations on shallow and deep foundations, difficult soils, and the effects of differential settlement on superstructures. He is also passionate about advancing the understanding of soil-structure interaction and dynamic behaviors of foundations.

Awards 🏆

Dr. Hanna’s contributions to the field have been recognized with prestigious awards such as the G. Geoffrey Meyerhof Award in 2010 for his outstanding contribution to foundation engineering. His dedication and excellence have also earned him recognition from professional societies like the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), where he is a Fellow.

Publications

📝 Here are some of Dr. Hanna’s notable publications:

Hanna, A. M., & Meyerhof, G. G. (1978). “Bearing Capacity of Footings under Vertical and Inclined Loads on Layered Soils.” Geotechnique. Cited by this article.

Hanna, A. M. (2003). “Foundation Engineering for Difficult Soils.” Journal of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering. Cited by this article.

Hanna, A. M. (2010). “Soil-Structure Interaction in Shell-Type Foundations.” Canadian Geotechnical Journal. Cited by this article.

Yi Tang | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Yi Tang | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Lecturer, Yantai University, China

Yi Tang is a Lecturer in the School of Electromechanical and Automotive Engineering at Yantai University, China. With a Doctor of Engineering degree, his expertise lies in Vehicle Engineering, particularly in the sub-division of Antenna Array.

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Education 📚

Yi Tang earned his B.S. and M.S. degrees in mechanical engineering from Yantai University, followed by a Ph.D. from the School of Automotive Engineering at Dalian University of Technology.

Experience 🛠️

Yi Tang has been contributing to academia as a Lecturer at Yantai University since May 2024, focusing on research in design optimization within various fields of Vehicle Engineering.

Research Interests 🔬

Yi Tang’s research interests encompass design optimization in MIMO systems, phased arrays, and metamaterials, particularly emphasizing on antenna array technologies.

Awards 🏆

Yi Tang has received the Best Researcher Award for his significant contributions to the field of Vehicle Engineering, particularly in antenna array design optimization.

Publications Top Notes

Non-uniform strip-array decoupling structure of the MIMO antenna-arrays for the DSRC application (2023) – cited 1 time

Gradient-based optimization method for interference suppression of linear arrays by the amplitude-only and phase-only control (2022) – cited 2 times

Pattern synthesis considering mutual coupling for peak sidelobe suppression and null controlling via element rotation and phase optimization (2022) – cited 5 times

Shape optimization method for curved-groove DGS of MIMO antenna-array based on the trigonometric function expansion (2021) – cited 3 times

Optimization method for pattern synthesis of sparse planar arrays considering mutual coupling and nonoverlapping constraint (2020) – cited 10 times