Deprizon Syamsunur | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Deprizon Syamsunur | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Head of Department, UCSI University, Malaysia

Asst. Prof. Ir. Dr. Deprizon Syamsunur is a dedicated academician and researcher in Civil Engineering with a focus on sustainable transportation, construction materials, and infrastructure development. With over a decade of experience in both teaching and research, he has contributed significantly to the academic community through his innovative research and active participation in international conferences. Dr. Deprizon is currently the Head of the Civil Department, where he continues to inspire the next generation of engineers. 🌍🏗️

Publication Profile

Strengths for the Award:

  1. Academic and Professional Background: Dr. Deprizon Syamsunur has a strong academic foundation with a PhD, MSc, and Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from reputable institutions. His professional memberships and active involvement in various engineering societies highlight his commitment to continuous professional development and leadership in his field.
  2. Research Contributions: Dr. Deprizon has an impressive record of publications in high-impact journals across diverse areas such as sustainable construction, transportation engineering, and seismic imaging. His work has been cited extensively, with a Google Scholar H-index of 9 and Scopus H-index of 8, reflecting the impact and relevance of his research.
  3. Research Grants: He has successfully secured significant research funding as both a Principal Investigator (PI) and Co-Principal Investigator (Co-PI), demonstrating his ability to attract and manage research projects. His projects address critical areas like coastal resiliency, slope stability, and sustainable pavement, which have practical implications for infrastructure development and safety.
  4. Teaching and Leadership: Dr. Deprizon’s teaching responsibilities, including his role as Head of the Civil Department, coupled with his experience in leading courses related to transportation engineering and sustainable development, show his dedication to shaping the next generation of engineers.
  5. International Collaboration: His participation in international conferences, workshops, and guest lectures, particularly in Indonesia and Malaysia, indicates his active engagement in the global academic community, fostering cross-border collaboration and knowledge exchange.

Areas for Improvement:

  1. Broader Dissemination of Research: While Dr. Deprizon has published extensively, there is potential for further dissemination of his work through more international conferences and collaborative projects beyond Southeast Asia. Engaging in research activities and partnerships in diverse geographical regions could enhance the global reach of his research.
  2. Innovation in Research: Although his work is impactful, focusing on pioneering innovative methodologies or technologies within his research area could further elevate his profile. Exploring cutting-edge technologies such as AI in civil engineering or integrating smart technologies in construction could be potential areas for further exploration.
  3. Interdisciplinary Research: Expanding his research focus to include more interdisciplinary projects, particularly those that bridge civil engineering with emerging fields like data science, environmental engineering, or smart infrastructure, could enhance the scope and impact of his research.

Education

Dr. Deprizon Syamsunur holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) (2009). He also earned his M.Sc. in Civil Engineering from the same institution in 2005 and a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII) in 2001. 🎓📚

Experience

Dr. Deprizon has an extensive teaching career, starting as an Assistant Lecturer at Universitas Islam Indonesia and advancing to senior lecturer roles at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) and the University of East London’s Malaysia branch. He currently serves as the Head of the Civil Department and teaches various specialized courses in transportation and geomatics. 🏛️👨‍🏫

Research Focus

His research interests are broad and include sustainable transportation, construction safety, the utilization of waste materials in construction, and the application of advanced seismic imaging techniques for slope stability analysis. Dr. Deprizon is actively involved in research projects that aim to improve infrastructure resilience and sustainability. 🚧🌱

Awards and Honours

Dr. Deprizon has been recognized for his contributions to civil engineering, holding leadership roles in professional bodies such as The Institution of Engineers Indonesia (Malaysia Branch) and the Transportation Science Society of Malaysia. He continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of engineering education and research. 🏆🎖️

Publication Top Notes

Identification of Impeding Factors in Utilizing Prefabrication during the Lifecycle of Construction Projects: An Extensive Literature Review. Buildings, 2024. LinkCited by 20 articles.

Process Monitoring in Hybrid Electric Vehicles Based on Dynamic Nonlinear Method. Journal of Applied Engineering Science, 2024. LinkCited by 15 articles.

The Development of the Smart Factory during the Industry 4.0 Period under the Study of System Thinking. SSRN, 2024. LinkCited by 10 articles.

Enhancing the Performance of Zero Energy Buildings with Boosted Coyote Optimization and Elman Neural Networks. Energy Reports, 2024. LinkCited by 25 articles.

Analysis of Sustainability Performance of Energy and Water in Subsidized Housing Using Green Building Approach in Pekanbaru City. SIKLUS Journal Teknik Sipil, 2024. LinkCited by 5 articles

Conclusion:

Asst. Prof. Ir. Dr. Deprizon Syamsunur is a strong candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. His substantial contributions to civil engineering research, significant publication record, successful acquisition of research grants, and active involvement in professional organizations make him a distinguished researcher. With some strategic advancements in international collaboration, innovation, and interdisciplinary research, he could further solidify his position as a leading researcher in his field.

 

 

Stela Jokić | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Stela Jokić | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Vice-Dean, Faculty of Food Technology Osijek, Croatia

Stela Jokić is a distinguished Associate Professor at the Faculty of Food Technology Osijek, Croatia. With over a decade of experience in academia, she specializes in food technology and process optimization. Her research is noted for its impact on supercritical fluid extraction and medicinal plant extracts, contributing significantly to the fields of food safety and industrial process design. 🌟

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Xinke Liu | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Xinke Liu | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Shenzhen University, China

👨‍🏫 Liu, Ph.D. is an accomplished Associate Professor at Shenzhen University, specializing in wide bandgap semiconductor materials and electronic devices. With a prolific publication record of over 110 papers as a first or corresponding author, he has garnered more than 3040 citations and an impressive h-index of 31. His research focuses on the development of advanced GaN power electronics using CMOS-compatible materials and processes, aiming to revolutionize wide-bandgap power devices for future computing, 5G/6G communication, and electric cars.

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Education

🎓 Liu completed his Sc. long in Material Science from the National University of Singapore in 2004. He also holds a Graduate Certificate in Management of Technology from the National University of Singapore, obtained between 2011-2012.

Experience

🔬 Liu has a rich professional background, including hosting roles and research fellowships. He worked with Professor Ali Javey at the University of California, Berkeley, focusing on electronic devices related to novel 2D materials. He also collaborated with Professor Kah-Wee Ang at the National University of Singapore, and served as a professor at the Changchun Institute of Optics, Fine Mechanics and Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, where he researched GaN-based and GaN/2D heterojunction power devices.

Research Interests

🧠 Liu’s research interests include the development of advanced GaN power electronics using CMOS-compatible materials and processes. He explores advanced electronic devices such as Schottky Barrier Diodes (SBDs), PN Diodes (PNDs), High Voltage High Electron Mobility Transistors (HV-HEMTs), and Radio Frequency High Electron Mobility Transistors (RF-HEMTs). His work aims to produce electronic and optoelectronic chips that will drive innovation in wide-bandgap power devices for computing, communication, and automotive industries.

Awards

🏅 Liu has received numerous awards, including the Shenzhen Youth Science and Technology Award (2023), IEEE Senior Member (2021), Guangdong Provincial Science and Technology Progress Award (2022), and the Excellent Teaching Award of Shenzhen University (2020). He is recognized as one of Stanford University’s World’s Top 2% Scientists (2019, 2020, 2022) and has earned the Shenzhen Peacock Plan B Award (2014), among other honors.

Publications

Artificial synapses based on multiterminal memtransistors for neuromorphic application

Few-layer black phosphorus carbide field-effect transistor via carbon doping

Impact and Origin of Interface States in MOS Capacitor with Monolayer MoS2 and HfO2 High-k Dielectric

Down to ppb level NO2 detection by ZnO/rGO heterojunction based chemiresistive sensors

2D III-Nitride Materials: Properties, Growth, and Applications

 

Hitesh Mohapatra | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Hitesh Mohapatra | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor, KIIT Deemed to be University, India

🎓 Dr. Hitesh Mohapatra, based in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India, is a distinguished education professional with over 15 years of experience spanning both academic and corporate environments. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science & Engineering from VSS University of Technology (formerly UCE), Burla, Odisha, focusing on Designing Fault Tolerant Models for Wireless Sensor Networks and integrating them with Smart City applications under the supervision of Prof. Amiya Kumar Rath. His academic journey includes an M.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering from Odisha University of Technology and Research and a B.Tech in Information Technology from GIET University, Gunupur, Odisha.

 

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👨‍🎓 Education

Ph.D. in Computer Science & Engineering from VSS University of Technology, Burla, Odisha, India, specializing in Designing Fault Tolerant Models for Wireless Sensor Networks with integration into Smart City applications. M.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering from Odisha University of Technology and Research, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India. B.Tech in Information & Technology from GIET University, Gunupur, Odisha, India.

👨‍💼 Experience

Current: Associate Professor at KIIT University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India. Previous Positions: Associate Professor at KL University, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh; Assistant Professor at SRES College of Engineering, Kopargaon, Maharashtra; Sr. Corporate Trainer & Freelancer at iGlue Soft Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Bangalore, Karnataka; Assistant Professor at GITA Autonomous College, Bhubaneswar, Odisha; and other teaching roles.

📚  Research

Extensive teaching experience in subjects like Internet of Things, Cloud Computing, Data Communication, and more. Published extensively in SCIE/SCI and Scopus/ESCI indexed journals on topics like IoT, WSN, and smart city applications. Presented papers at numerous national and international conferences, including SCOPUS indexed events.

🏆 Awards

Actively involved in consultancy projects for organizations like Odisha High Court and TECHNOWELL ENTERPRISE SERVICES Pvt. Ltd. Supervisor for multiple Ph.D. and M.Tech students in their research pursuits.

📘 Publications

Dr. Mohapatra has published extensively in SCIE/SCI Indexed Journals, Scopus/ESCI Indexed Journals, UGC Approved Journals, and presented at numerous conferences worldwide. His research focuses on topics such as IoT, Wireless Sensor Networks, Fault Tolerance, Smart City applications, and more.

Fault Tolerance in WSN Through PE-LEACH Protocol
H Mohapatra, AK Rath
IET Wireless Sensor Systems 9 (6), 358-365
1412019
Detection and Avoidance of Water Loss Through Municipality Taps in India by Using Smart Tap and ICT
H Mohapatra, AK Rath
IET Wireless Sensor Systems 9 (6), 447-457
1152019
Fault-tolerant mechanism for wireless sensor network
H Mohapatra, AK Rath
IET Wireless Sensor Systems 10 (1), 23 – 30
1092020
A Survey on Fault Tolerance Based Clustering Evolution in WSN
H Mohapatra, AK Rath
IET Networks 9 (4), 145-155
932020
IoE based framework for smart agriculture: Networking among all agricultural attributes
H Mohapatra, AK Rath
Journal of Ambient Intelligence and Humanized Computing, 18
872021
Fundamentals of Software Engineering

Mohammed Allawi | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Mohammed Allawi | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

University of Anbar,  Iraq

Mohammed Falah Allawi, an Iraqi national, is a distinguished civil engineer specializing in water surface hydrology, dams engineering, and fluid mechanics. He holds a PhD in Civil Engineering from the National University of Malaysia and serves as a lecturer at the University of Anbar.

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📚 Education:

Mohammed earned his B.Sc. in Dams and Water Resources Engineering from the University of Anbar in 2010, followed by an M.Sc. and a PhD in Civil Engineering from the National University of Malaysia in 2016 and 2019, respectively.

🏢 Experience:

He has extensive experience as a field engineer in various construction projects and has lectured at Al Maarif University College and the University of Anbar.

🔍 Research Interests:

His research interests span water resources planning, steel structures, advanced soil mechanics, and the application of artificial intelligence in hydro-environmental modeling.

🏆 Awards:

Mohammed has been recognized for his contributions in environmental ergonomics and holds memberships in several engineering associations across Iraq and the Arab region.

📝 Publications:

Neurocomputing, 2022 – Groundwater level prediction using machine learning models: A comprehensive review. Cited by 186.

Neural Computing and Applications, 2018 – Non-tuned machine learning approach for hydrological time series forecasting. Cited by 101.

Neural Computing and Applications, 2019 – A hybrid bat–swarm algorithm for optimizing dam and reservoir operation. Cited by 97.

Scientific Reports, 2020 – Input attributes optimization using the feasibility of genetic nature inspired algorithm: application of river flow forecasting. Cited by 73.

Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2018 – Review on applications of artificial intelligence methods for dam and reservoir-hydro-environment models. Cited by 66.

RBFNN-based model for heavy metal prediction for different climatic and pollution conditions

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.