Yu Xiao | Data Science | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Yu Xiao | Data Science | Research Excellence Award

Beijing Normal University | China

Yu Xiao He is a lecturer at Beijing Normal University with a strong background in decision science and operations research. He received his B.S. degree in Communication Engineering from Sichuan University, Chengdu, China, in 2014, and earned his Ph.D. in Management Science from the National University of Defense Technology, China, in 2020. He worked at the National University of Defense Technology from 2020 to 2022 before joining Beijing Normal University. His research focuses on multi-criteria decision analysis (MCDA) and rank aggregation, as well as graph theory and voting theory, addressing challenges in ranking, consensus building, and decision support. To date, he has published 24 documents, which have collectively received 158 citations, resulting in an h-index of 8, reflecting his growing influence in his fields of expertise. His contributions combine rigorous theoretical development with practical applications, aiming to improve methods for aggregating rankings and supporting complex decision-making processes. Recognized for his interdisciplinary approach, he integrates engineering, management, and social-choice methodologies in his work. Overall, Yu Xiao He is a rising scholar whose research is advancing both the theory and practice of multi-criteria decision-making, ranking aggregation, and graph-based modeling, offering valuable insights for academics and practitioners alike.

Profiles : Scopus | Orcid

Featured Publications

Xiao, Y., Wang, B., Deng, Y., & Wu, J. (2025). “From ratings to rankings: A complementary approach for student evaluations of teaching in higher education.” Studies in Educational Evaluation.

Zhu, H., Xiao, Y., Chen, D., & Wu, J. (2025). “A robust rating aggregation method based on temporal coupled bipartite network.” Information Processing & Management.

Li, G., Xiao, Y., & Wu, J. (2024). “Rank aggregation with limited information based on link prediction.” Information Processing & Management.

Xiao, Y., Zhu, H., Chen, D., Deng, Y., & Wu, J. (2023). “Measuring robustness in rank aggregation based on the error-effectiveness curve.” Information Processing & Management.

Xiao, Y., Deng, H.-Z., Lu, X., & Wu, J. (2021). “Graph-based rank aggregation method for high-dimensional and partial rankings.” Journal of the Operational Research Society.

Basharat Ali | Cybersecurity Data Analysis | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Basharat Ali | Cybersecurity Data Analysis | Best Researcher Award

Nanjing University | China

Dr. Basharat Ali is a dedicated researcher and PhD scholar in Computer Science at Nanjing University, China, with a strong academic foundation in Software Engineering from Northeastern University, China, and the University of Swat, Pakistan. His professional journey includes roles as a Software Developer at Neusoft (China) and RaidIT Solution (Pakistan), where he gained hands-on expertise in programming, system architecture, and cross-border e-commerce platforms. His research focuses on network security, blockchain development, IoT infrastructure protection, and the integration of deep learning techniques for cyber defense. Dr. Ali has published influential works such as “An Efficient E-Voting Algorithm and DApp Using Blockchain Technology” and “Towards a Secure Infrastructure for the IoT’s Using Deep Learning.” His scholarly contributions have achieved an h-index of 4, with 79 citations and 2 indexed documents, reflecting the growing impact of his work in secure digital ecosystems. He has also been recognized for his innovation and technical creativity in decentralized systems and smart contract applications. Combining academic research with practical software engineering and design expertise, Dr. Ali aims to advance global cybersecurity through intelligent, transparent, and scalable blockchain-based systems that shape the next generation of secure digital environments.

Profiles : Orcid | Google Scholar

Featured Publications

Ali, B., & Chen, G. (2025). Next-generation AI for advanced threat detection and security enhancement in DNS over HTTPS. Journal of Network and Computer Applications.

Ali, B. (2022). An Efficient E-Voting Algorithm and DApp Using Blockchain Technology.

Ali, B. (2021). Towards a Secure Infrastructure for the IoT’s Using Deep Learning. Multidisciplinary International Journal of Research and Development.