Guru Guruswamy l Aerospace and Civil Engineering | Distinguished Scientist Award

Dr. Guru Guruswamy l Aerospace and Civil Engineering | Distinguished Scientist Award

NASA Ames Research Center | United States

Dr. Guru Guruswamy is a distinguished aerospace scientist with decades of leadership in computational aeroelasticity, multidisciplinary design, and high-performance computing. He holds a PhD from Purdue University, an ME from the Indian Institute of Science, and a BE from Bangalore University with top honors. His professional career spans senior scientific leadership at NASA Ames, consultancy in high-fidelity air-taxi simulations, and earlier roles in industry and national laboratories. Dr. Guru Guruswamy’s research interests include transonic aeroelasticity, fluid-structure-control interaction, and scalable HPC frameworks, supported by advanced skills in simulation software development and project oversight. A recipient of multiple NASA, AIAA, and academic honors, he continues to shape aerospace innovation through research, mentorship, and global technical leadership.

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A body-fitted structured grid approach to simulate breathing mode oscillations during parachute deployment


Aerospace Science and Technology, 2025

Grid topology for time-accurate deployment simulation of 2D parachutes using Navier–Stokes equations


Aerospace Science and Technology, 2023

High-fidelity flight simulation of small aircraft over tall buildings


Journal of Aerospace Engineering, 2022

Computation of gust-induced responses of an air taxi using Navier–Stokes equations


Aerospace Science and Technology, 2022

Active control of Dutch-roll oscillations of eVTOL aircraft


Aerospace Science and Technology, 2021

Rodney Tatenda Muringai | Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Rodney Tatenda Muringai | Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

University of Johannesburg | South Africa

Dr. Rodney Tatenda Muringai is a climate change and food security scholar with over six years of experience spanning teaching, postdoctoral research, and applied policy work. He holds a PhD, MSc, PGDip, and BSS from the University of KwaZulu-Natal, with additional training in sustainability from Beijing Normal University. His professional experience includes roles as Postdoctoral Research Fellow and Ad Hoc Lecturer at the University of Johannesburg, Research Assistant, and Ecosystem Services Analyst. Dr. Rodney Tatenda Muringai’s research interests focus on climate change adaptation, fisheries and aquaculture, livelihoods, and socio-ecological resilience, supported by strong skills in policy analysis, GIS, stakeholder engagement, and data analysis. He has received NRF, SARChI, and LIMA awards and continues to contribute impactful, policy-relevant research that advances sustainable development in Africa.

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Vulnerability of inland small-scale fishing communities to climate change and variability: Insights from the Zambezi River Basin, Zimbabwe

Rodney T. Muringai, Paramu L. Mafongoya, Romano Lottering – Environment, Development and Sustainability, 2025
Living in the wild: The bidirectional impacts of human–wildlife interaction in Binga and Nyaminyami rural districts, Zimbabwe

Rodney T. Muringai, Walter Musakwa, Phindile Mthembu, Takafara Gozo – Transactions of the Royal Society of South Africa, 2025
Sub-Saharan Africa freshwater fisheries under climate change: Impacts, adaptation, and mitigation measures

Rodney T. Muringai, Paramu Mafongoya, Romano T. Lottering – Fishes, 2022
Climate change perceptions, impacts and adaptation strategies: Insights from fishers in the Zambezi River Basin, Zimbabwe

Rodney T. Muringai, Paramu Mafongoya, Romano T. Lottering – Sustainability, 2022
Unlocking the potential of fish to improve food and nutrition security in Sub-Saharan Africa

Rodney T. Muringai, Paramu Mafongoya, Romano T. Lottering et al. – Sustainability, 2021

Charles Chimezie Ajaero | Environmental Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Charles Chimezie Ajaero | Environmental Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

Nigerian Nuclear Regulatory Authority | Nigeria

Dr. Charles Chimezie Ajaero is a Nigerian nuclear regulatory professional with extensive leadership experience in radiation protection, nuclear safety, and environmental management. He holds a PhD in Environmental Management (Background Radiation Measurements), an MSc in Applied Geophysics, and a BSc in Industrial Physics. Dr. Charles Chimezie Ajaero serves as Deputy General Manager and Zonal Coordinator at the Nigerian Nuclear Regulatory Authority, overseeing regulatory, administrative, and ICT operations while conducting inspections, authorizations, and regulatory reviews. His research interests include background radiation, circular economy, waste management, energy transition, and climate change. His research skills span radiation measurement, environmental assessment, geophysical data analysis, and policy evaluation. Dr. Charles Chimezie Ajaero holds professional certifications and memberships but has no specific awards listed. Overall, he is a result-oriented leader committed to sustainable development and nuclear safety.

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Mohammad Alahmad | Machine Learning Applications | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Mohammad Alahmad | Machine Learning Applications | Best Researcher Award

 University of Greenwich | United Kingdom

Mohammad Al AHMAD is a dedicated part-qualified ACCA professional and experienced Accounting and Financial Management lecturer with extensive higher-education teaching, research, and financial analysis expertise. He holds a PhD in Accounting and Financial Management from the University of Portsmouth, an MSc in Accounting and Finance from Bath Spa University, an MSc in Finance, and a BSc in Accounting and Financial Management. His professional experience spans senior and lecturer roles at Anglia Ruskin University, Arden University, University of Portsmouth, and others, alongside FP&A experience at Oliver Wyman. His research interests include risk disclosure, big data analytics, financial reporting quality, and governance, supported by strong quantitative, coding, and statistical research skills. His academic contributions include peer-reviewed publications, teaching certifications, and international recognition, reflecting a sustained commitment to excellence in education, research, and inclusive academic leadership.

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Fahad Ali*, Muhammad Ahmar, YueXiang Jiang*, Mohammad Alahmad* (Forthcoming).

A Techno-economic Assessment of Hybrid Energy Systems in Rural Pakistan


Energy (SCI, Impact Factor: 6.082, Q1 Journal)

Fahad Ali*, RongRong He, Mohammad Alahmad*, YueXiang Jiang (Accepted).

Social Acceptance of Solar Technology in Developing Countries: Lessons for Pakistan


Journal of the Asian Economic Community (Journal launch & indexing in progress)

Fahad Ali, Elie Bouri, Nader Naifar, Syed Shahzad, Mohammad Alahmad* (Accepted).

Are Gold-backed Islamic Cryptocurrencies Safe Havens for International Islamic Equity Markets?


Research in International Business and Finance

Maria Adam | Spectrum localization | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Maria Adam | Spectrum localization | Research Excellence Award

 University of Thessaly | Greece

Dr. Maria Adam is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Biomedical Informatics at the University of Thessaly, Greece, with extensive expertise in spectral analysis, numerical ranges, numerical linear algebra, and matrix theory with applications to systems theory, algorithms, graphs, statistics, and biostatistics. She earned her PhD in Mathematics from the National Technical University of Athens, following a BSc in Mathematics from the University of Athens. Dr. Maria Adam has a distinguished academic career spanning professorial roles, international teaching appointments, and participation in major national and industrial research projects. She is an active journal reviewer, editorial board member, and conference organizer, contributing significantly to mathematical sciences research and education.

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Curves and Spectrum Localization of Real Matrices

– Linear Algebra and Its Applications, Vol. 733, 2026

Selection of the Fastest Solution of the Complex Riccati Equation

– WSEAS Transactions on Systems and Control, Vol. 19, 2024

I/O SNR and Noise Covariances Norm Ratio Relation in Kalman Filter

– WSEAS Transactions on Systems and Control, Vol. 19, 2024

Fulufhelo Hope Mudau | Real World Case Studies | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Fulufhelo Hope Mudau | Real World Case Studies | Research Excellence Award

 University of South Africa | South Africa

Fulufhelo H. Mudau, PhD (Chem) is a South African chemist and postdoctoral fellow at the University of South Africa, Institute of Nanotechnology and Water Sustainability, with strong expertise in membrane science, water treatment, and nanomaterials. She holds a PhD in Chemistry, along with an MSc in Chemistry, BSc Honours, and a BSc in Chemistry and Applied Chemistry. Her professional experience includes postdoctoral research, e-tutoring, laboratory teaching, project administration, and water and wastewater operations. Her research interests focus on ion exchange membranes, polymer–nanoparticle interactions, and sustainable water technologies, supported by strong skills in experimental design, analytical chemistry, data analysis, and academic supervision. Fulufhelo H. Mudau, PhD (Chem) has received multiple awards for innovation, research excellence, and science communication, reflecting her commitment to impactful research, education, and youth development.

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Chongchong Zhou | Data Protection | Research Excellence Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Chongchong Zhou | Data Protection | Research Excellence Award

Innovation Academy for Precision Measurement Science and Technology, CAS | China

Assist. Prof. Dr. Chongchong Zhou received his Ph.D.  the State Key Laboratory of Precision Geodesy, Innovation Academy for Precision Measurement Science and Technology of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), Wuhan, China. He currently serves as an Engineer at the National Geodetic Observatory, Wuhan, under the Innovation Academy for Precision Measurement Science and Technology of CAS. His education and professional experience center on space geodesy and satellite navigation. His research interests include precise orbit determination of low Earth orbit satellites, DORIS, and satellite laser ranging data processing. Dr. Chongchong Zhou possesses strong skills in geodetic modeling, data analysis, and satellite tracking, has received academic recognition within CAS, and continues to contribute to high-precision Earth observation research.

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Osama Smettei | Healthcare Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Osama Smettei | Healthcare Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

London Health Siences Centre | Canada

Dr. Osama Smettei is a Fellow in Nuclear Cardiology and Cardiac CT at Western University and London Health Sciences Centre, Canada, with extensive expertise in non-invasive cardiac imaging and clinical cardiology. He earned his medical degree from the University of Damascus and holds multiple board certifications, including FRCP, Arab Board of Cardiovascular Diseases, and advanced diplomas in echocardiography, nuclear cardiology, cardiac CT, and MRI. His professional career spans senior consultant and fellowship roles across Canada and Saudi Arabia. Dr. Osama Smettei’s research interests include cardiac imaging, radiation optimization, and preventive cardiology, supported by strong skills in multimodality imaging, registry-based research, and quality improvement. He has authored 49 publications, contributed to PROTECTION VI, received multiple national research awards, and continues to advance patient-centered, evidence-based cardiovascular imaging.

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Dongxing Yu | Machine Learning and AI Applications | Research Excellence Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dongxing Yu | Machine Learning and AI Applications | Research Excellence Award

Sanda University | China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dongxing Yu is an interdisciplinary scholar with a Ph.D. in Literature, serving as Associate Professor and Director of the Institute for Sustainable Development in Education at Shanghai Sanda University. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dongxing Yu holds a Ph.D. from East China Normal University, an M.A. from Shandong Normal University, and a B.A. from Qingdao University. His professional experience spans founding China’s first university Educational Metaverse, leading VR education labs, and holding visiting positions at Harvard, UIUC, Aarhus, and Regina. His research interests include linguistics, AI in education, cognitive science, VR, and language policy, with skills in educational technology design, interdisciplinary research, and academic leadership. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dongxing Yu has received multiple national awards for teaching innovation and scholarship, concluding a career dedicated to shaping intelligent, sustainable, and immersive futures in education.

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Huiming Wang | Nonlinear Control | Research Excellence Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Huiming Wang | Nonlinear Control | Research Excellence Award

Chongqing University of Posts and Telecommunications | China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Huiming Wang is an Associate Professor at the School of Automation, Chongqing University of Posts and Telecommunications, China. He earned his Ph.D. in Measurement Technique and Automation Equipment from Southeast University, following an M.S. in Control Theory and Control Engineering and a B.S. in Automation. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Huiming Wang has professional experience as a postdoctoral researcher at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, and serves as deputy director of key laboratories and departments. His research interests focus on anti-disturbance control, robotics, servo systems, and power electronics. His research skills include robust control, sliding-mode control, disturbance observers, and intelligent electromechanical systems. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Huiming Wang has received national and international awards for innovation and best papers, reflecting his strong academic impact and leadership in automation research.

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Generalized Disturbance Estimation Based Continuous Integral Terminal Sliding Mode Control for Magnetic Levitation Systems

IEEE Transactions on Automation Science and Engineering, 2025 · 20 Citations
Current-Constrained Finite-Time Control Scheme for Speed Regulation of PMSM Systems With Unmatched Disturbances

IEEE Transactions on Automation Science and Engineering, 2025 · 3 Citations
Active Disturbance Rejection with Continuous Sliding Mode Control for Lower Limb Rehabilitation Exoskeleton

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A Current-Constrained Finite-Time Disturbance Rejection Control Scheme for Buck Converter

Conference Paper · 0 Citations
Sampled-Data Safety-Critical Control of Nonlinear Systems with Input Delay

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