Parthiban V | IoT (Internet of Things) Analytics | Research Excellence Award

Mr. Parthiban V | IoT (Internet of Things) Analytics | Research Excellence Award

Sri Muthukumaran Institute Of Technology | India

Mr. Parthiban V is a seasoned academician with over two decades of teaching experience in the field of Electronics and Communication Engineering. He is currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Sri Muthukumaran Institute of Technology, Chennai. He holds a Ph.D. (pursuing) in VLSI Design from Anna University, Chennai, along with M.E. in Applied Electronics, AMIE in Electronics and Communication Engineering, a Post Diploma in Machine Maintenance from CIPET, and a Diploma in Electronics and Communication Engineering. His academic career spans roles as Instructor, Lecturer, Assistant Professor, and Associate Professor, reflecting progressive professional growth and strong leadership capabilities. He has handled a wide range of subjects including VLSI Design, Wireless Communication, Optical Communication, Microprocessors, Antenna and Wave Propagation, and Computer Networks. His research interests focus on IoT applications, VLSI, wireless communication systems, and embedded technologies. He has published several papers in reputed national and international journals and conferences. His contributions have been recognized through student project funding from the Tamil Nadu State Council for Science and Technology and the Best Nodal Officer Award from the Election Commission of India. With active involvement in academic administration, accreditation processes, and faculty development, he continues to contribute effectively to teaching, research, and institutional development.

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Featured Publications


IOT Based Security System for Bank Vaults


– International Journal for Science and Research in Technology, Vol. 9, Issue 5, May 2023

IOT Based Smart Garbage Monitoring and Classification System


– International Journal for Science and Research in Technology, Vol. 8, Issue 6, June 2022

Design and Implementation of Unmanned Agronomy Seed Sowing Machine Using Solar Panel


– International Journal for Science and Research in Technology, Vol. 8, Issue 3, March 2022

A Personal Emergency Disaster Communication Service for Smart Phones using RF Transmitter


– International Journal of Research in Engineering, Science and Management, Vol. 2, Issue 3, March 2019

Razi Al-Azawi | Image Processing | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Dr. Razi Al-Azawi | Image Processing | Research Excellence Award

University of Technology | Iraq

Prof. Dr. Razi Al-Azawi is a distinguished academic and researcher specializing in informatics, artificial intelligence, and advanced computational systems. He holds dual B.Sc. degrees in Laser and Optoelectronics Engineering from the University of Technology and Mathematical Sciences from Mustansiriah University, an M.Sc. in Modeling and Simulation from the University of Technology, and a PhD in Informatics from Kharkov National University of Radio Electronics. Over a career spanning more than two decades, he has taught a wide range of postgraduate and undergraduate courses, including image processing, deep learning, AI, modeling and simulation, information theory, optimization, probability, web design, and advanced programming. His research interests encompass machine learning, data mining, medical image analysis, laser engineering, cybersecurity, and advanced computational modeling. He has supervised over 50 undergraduate theses and numerous postgraduate dissertations at the Higher Diploma, M.Sc., and PhD levels. His scholarly output includes 16 documents, 264 citations by 257 documents, and an h-index of 6. He has served as a reviewer for several international journals and conferences and holds multiple patents under processing. Through his academic leadership and scientific contributions, he continues to advance innovation in computer science, AI, and engineering domains.

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Wei Zhang | Government and Public Policy Analysis | Global Data Innovation Recognition Award

Prof. Dr. Wei Zhang | Government and Public Policy Analysis | Global Data Innovation Recognition Award

Zhejiang University | China

Prof. Dr. Wei Zhang is a distinguished scholar in engineering education and public policy, serving as Professor at the School of Public Affairs of Zhejiang University, Associate Director of the university’s Research Center on Engineering Education Innovation, and Deputy Secretary General of the Chinese Society for Engineering Education. Since 2002, he has focused on advancing engineering education reform in China, contributing as a consultant to the Ministry of Education’s Department of Comprehensive Reform, where he has supported institutional restructuring and the development of Emerging Engineering Education (3E). His research centers on engineering education policy, interdisciplinary organizational innovation, and teaching reform, leading to more than 100 academic papers and five monographs. His influential work includes models such as the learning-science–driven engineering education framework and intelligent social engineering education model, which have significantly shaped China’s strategic direction in engineering education transformation. His achievements have been widely recognized, earning him the first prize of the Zhejiang Higher Education Research Achievement Award in 2010, second prizes of Zhejiang Philosophy and Social Sciences Outstanding Achievement Awards in 2012 and 2014, and the special prize of the Zhejiang Higher Education Teaching Award in 2022. His scholarship continues to shape policy discourse and practice in modern engineering education.

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Wang, C., Jesiek, B., & Zhang, W. (2024). Elevating international collaboration and academic outcomes through strategic research funding: a bibliometric analysis of China Scholarship Council funded publications. Scientometrics. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11192-024-05054-8

Aditta Chowdhury | IoT (Internet of Things) Analytics | Research Excellence Award

Mr. Aditta Chowdhury | IoT (Internet of Things) Analytics | Research Excellence Award

Chittagong University of Engineering and Technology | Bangladesh

Aditta Chowdhury is an electrical and electronic engineering researcher and academic whose work focuses on advancing biomedical signal processing, embedded systems, and sustainable energy technologies. He holds both a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from the Chittagong University of Engineering and Technology, graduating with top academic distinction. His professional journey includes teaching and research roles in reputed engineering institutions, where he has contributed to curriculum development, laboratory instruction, and collaborative research. His research experience spans FPGA-based biomedical signal processing, photoplethysmogram-driven cardiovascular and metabolic disease detection, multimodal physiological signal analysis, plasmonic biosensing, microgrid feasibility assessment, and low-power VLSI system design. He has published extensively in high-impact journals and international conferences, demonstrating expertise in hardware–software co-design, machine learning applications in healthcare, and emerging sensor technologies. His work has resulted in several innovative solutions, including cardiovascular disease classifiers, hypertension detection systems, EOG-based eye-movement processors, and microgrid sustainability assessments. He has received multiple academic scholarships and awards recognizing his exceptional academic performance and research accomplishments. Driven by a commitment to impactful scientific contribution, he aims to continue developing intelligent, efficient, and accessible engineering solutions through interdisciplinary research and innovation.

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Featured Publications

Chowdhury, A., Das, D., Eldaly, A.B.M., Cheung, R.C.C., & Chowdhury, M.H. (2024). “Photoplethysmogram-based heart rate and blood pressure estimation with hypertension classification.” IPEM–Translation, 100024.

Joy, J.D., Rahman, M.S., Rahad, R., Chowdhury, A., & Chowdhury, M.H. (2024). “A novel and effective oxidation-resistant approach in plasmonic MIM biosensors for real-time detection of urea and glucose in urine for monitoring diabetic and kidney disease.” Optics Communications, 573, 131012.

Chowdhury, A., Das, D., Hasan, K., Cheung, R.C.C., & Chowdhury, M.H. (2023). “An FPGA implementation of multiclass disease detection from PPG.”
IEEE Sensors Letters, 7(11), 1–4.

Islam, M.A., Chowdhury, A., Jahan, I., & Farrok, O. (2024). “Mitigation of environmental impacts and challenges during hydrogen production.”
Bioresource Technology, 131666.

Chowdhury, A., Das, D., Cheung, R.C.C., & Chowdhury, M.H. (2023). “Hardware/software co-design of an ECG–PPG preprocessor: A qualitative and quantitative analysis.”
Proceedings of the 2023 International Conference on Electrical, Computer and Communication Engineering, 9.

Khalid Alanazi | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Khalid Alanazi | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Department of Mechanical Engineering/University of Tabuk | Saudi Arabia

Dr. Khalid Alanazi is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Tabuk, specializing in energy systems, fluid mechanics, and material erosion studies. He earned his B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering with distinction from the University of Tabuk, followed by M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees from the University of Tulsa, where he conducted extensive research on solid particle erosion, oil-water emulsions, and computational fluid dynamics. Over his academic career, Dr. Alanazi has contributed to both teaching and curriculum development, instructing courses ranging from Engineering Mechanics and Fluid Mechanics to Turbomachinery and Refrigeration Systems, while supervising senior design projects and field training programs. His research primarily focuses on solar-powered desalination technologies, oil-water emulsion behavior under variable conditions, and the erosion resistance of metals in gas-solid flows. Dr. Alanazi has published numerous papers in high-impact journals and presented at international conferences, reflecting his commitment to advancing both fundamental and applied mechanical engineering. Recognized for his academic excellence, he has received multiple awards including the Prince Fahad bin Sultan Award for Academic Excellence and the Chapman Graduate Scholar Presentation Awards. His work continues to bridge experimental, computational, and applied approaches, contributing to sustainable engineering solutions and industrial applications worldwide.

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Alanazi, K., Mohan, R. S., Kolla, S. S., & Shoham, O. (2024). “Effects of water salinity and temperature on oil-in-water emulsions stabilized by a nonionic surfactant.” Journal of Molecular Liquids, 414, 126067.

Alanazi, K., Mohan, R., Kolla, S. S., & Shoham, O. (2023). “Experimental study of monovalent salt and hydrochloric acid solution effects on the stability of blank oil-water dispersion in batch separators.” ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, 87660.

Alanazi, K., Mohan, R., Kolla, S. S., & Shoham, O. (2023). “Effect of water cut and temperature on the stability of emulsifier-free oil-water dispersion in batch separators at various stirrer speeds.” ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, 87660.

AbdelMeguid, H., Alanazi, K., Al-Shammari, A. F., Al-Twaim, O., Aljuhani, A., et al. (2025). “Sequential thermal and optical upgrades for passive solar stills: Toward sustainable desalination in arid climates.” Clean Energy and Sustainability, 3(4), 10017.

Alanazi, K., Mohan, R., Kolla, S. S., & Shoham, O. (2025). “Stability analysis of pure oil-water emulsion in gravity-based separators.” Journal of Fluids Engineering, 147(1), 011401.

JianHua Xie | Engineering | Excellence in Research

Prof. Dr. JianHua Xie | Engineering | Excellence in Research

Xinjiang Agricultural University | China

Prof. Dr. Xie Jianhua is a Professor of Engineering and a supervisor of both master’s and doctoral students, specializing in agricultural engineering and machinery. She is an active member of the Chinese Society of Agricultural Engineering and the Chinese Society of Agricultural Machinery. She holds a Ph.D. in Engineering and has led and participated in numerous national and provincial research projects, including the National Natural Science Foundation of China project on the working mechanism of rod-tooth type film collecting and unloading mechanisms, as well as projects on intelligent monitoring of crop production and mechanization of sugar beet planting and harvesting. Prof. Xie has published over 60 academic papers, with more than 20 indexed in SCI/EI journals. Her work has received 307 citations across 228 documents, with an h-index of 10. She has obtained 10 invention patents, over 10 utility model patents, and 4 software copyrights. Her research focuses on intelligent agricultural machinery, mechanization of crop production, automation, and innovative system design for agricultural processes. She has been recognized with multiple awards, including a First Prize for Provincial and Ministerial Technological Invention, a Second Prize for Science and Technology Progress, and multiple Third Prizes for Science and Technology Progress and regional excellence. Prof. Xie’s work combines engineering innovation with practical agricultural applications, making significant contributions to modern agricultural mechanization.

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Design and Experimental Investigation of Pneumatic Drum-Sieve-Type Separator for Transforming Mixtures of Protaetia Brevitarsis Larvae. Agriengineering, 2025.

Design and Experimental Evaluation of a Rotary Knife-Type Device for Chopping Film-Mixed Residues. Agriculture (Switzerland), 2025.

Design and Experiment of Rotary Knife-Axial Flow Drum Combined Device for Chopping and Separating Film Residue Mixture. Nongye Jixie Xuebao (Transactions of the Chinese Society for Agricultural Machinery), 2025.

Marco Gaiotti | Shipbuilding | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Marco Gaiotti | Shipbuilding | Best Researcher Award

Università di Genova | Italy

Marco Gaiotti is an associate professor in ship structures and marine engineering whose work focuses on the structural behavior, fabrication effects, and ultimate strength of ships and offshore structures. Holding a Bachelor (2005), Master (2008), and PhD (2012) in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering from the Università degli Studi di Genova, he has developed expertise in composite materials, fabrication-induced imperfections, and advanced simulation techniques. His academic career includes progressive research appointments leading to his current professorship, along with coordination roles for the Nautical Engineering and Yacht Design programs. Gaiotti has contributed internationally as a visiting researcher at NAOE–Osaka University and through long-standing service within the ISSC, where he has served as specialist member, award-winning expert, and Chairman of Committee III.1 on Ultimate Strength. He has led competitive research initiatives, notably the EU-funded LeaderSHIP project (2023–2027), promoting innovation, skills development, and collaboration in the maritime sector. His work also extends to technology transfer, including a patented method for validating robotic inspection technologies in naval environments. With 454 citations by 341 documents, 67 documents, and an h-index of 12, his research continues to advance materials, structural performance, and safety in marine engineering.

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Gaiotti, M., Brubak, L., Chen, B.-Q., Darie, I., Georgiadis, D., Shiomitsu, D., Kõrgesaar, M., Lv, Y., Nahshon, K., Paredes, M., et al. (2026). “Evaluating numerical simulation accuracy for full-scale high-strength steel ship structures: Insights from the ISSC 2025 Ultimate Strength Committee benchmark on transversely stiffened panels” in Marine Structures.

Aguiari, M., Gaiotti, M., & Rizzo, C.M. (2022). “Ship weight reduction by parametric design of hull scantling” in Ocean Engineering.

Aguiari, M., Gaiotti, M., & Rizzo, C.M. (2022). “A design approach to reduce hull weight of naval ships” in Ship Technology Research.

Poggi, L., Gaggero, T., Gaiotti, M., Ravina, E., & Rizzo, C.M. (2022). “Robotic inspection of ships: inherent challenges and assessment of their effectiveness” in Ships and Offshore Structures.

Ringsberg, J.W., Darie, I., Nahshon, K., Shilling, G., Vaz, M.A., Benson, S., Brubak, L., Feng, G., Fujikubo, M., Gaiotti, M., et al. (2021). “The ISSC 2022 Committee III.1–Ultimate strength benchmark study on the ultimate limit state analysis of a stiffened plate structure subjected to uniaxial compressive loads” in Marine Structures.

Ekaterina Balakina | Vehicle Movement Control | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Ekaterina Balakina | Vehicle Movement Control | Best Researcher Award

Volgograd State Technical University | Russia

Prof. Dr. Ekaterina Viktorovna Balakina is a distinguished scholar in the field of mechanical and automotive engineering, holding a Doctor of Technical Sciences degree. She graduated with honors from Volgograd Polytechnic Institute in 1993 in Mechanical Engineering and subsequently worked as a design engineer at the Titan Central Design Bureau of the Barrikady Defense Plant. In 1996, she defended her PhD thesis in “Wheeled and Tracked Vehicles” and joined Volgograd State Technical University in 1997, later completing a research internship at the Warsaw Military Technical Academy in 2004. In 2011, she defended her doctoral dissertation in the same specialty. Prof. Balakina’s research focuses on vehicle stability, elastic properties of tires, and the contact interaction of elastic wheels with solid supports. She is co-author of two national regulatory documents on vehicle handling and dynamic stabilization, and she has authored approximately 300 publications, including five monographs, 14 patents, and four software certificates. Her work has garnered 104 citations from 48 documents, with an h-index of 6. She has received multiple awards, including the Honorary Diploma of the Ministry of Education and Science. As a full member of the Russian Academy of Transport since 2014, she continues to lead research projects and teach courses on vehicle maintenance, design, and operation.

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Balakina, E.V., Sergienko, I.V., & Konshin, V.A. (2025). Calculation of normal tire stiffness for tractors and agricultural machinery based on the loaded wheel radius. Tractors and Agricultural Machinery, Journal Article.

Balakina, E.V., Godzhaev, Z.A., Konshin, A.A., & Kochetov, M.S. (2023). Calculation of normal stiffness and contact patch of ultra-low pressure tires for agricultural machinery. Tractors and Agricultural Machinery, Journal Article.

Balakina, E.V., Lipatov, E.Y., & Sarbayev, D.S. (2020). Advantages of Using Wheel Rolling Radius for Calculating Friction Characteristics in Wheel-to-Road Contact Patch. In Lecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering, Book.

Golubeva, T.A., & Balakina, E.V. (2020). Finding New Component in Displacement of Normal Supporting Surface Reaction to Car Wheels. In Lecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering, Book.

Balakina, E.V. (2019). Calculation of the Friction Coefficient between a Steady Elastic Wheel and a Solid Support Surface in the Presence of a Lateral Force. Journal of Friction and Wear, Journal Article.

Decheng Li | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Decheng Li | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Lanzhou University of Technology | China

Dr. Decheng Li is a dedicated scholar and researcher at the School of Automation and Electrical Engineering, Lanzhou University of Technology, China. He obtained his academic training in electrical engineering and automation, focusing on intelligent control systems, robotics, and power electronics. With extensive teaching and research experience, Dr. Li has contributed significantly to the advancement of automation technologies and intelligent systems applications in industrial environments. His research interests encompass intelligent control theory, optimization algorithms, renewable energy integration, and advanced signal processing techniques for control systems. Dr. Li has authored and co-authored numerous papers in leading international journals and conferences, reflecting his commitment to academic excellence and technological innovation. He has been involved in several national and provincial research projects, fostering collaboration between academia and industry. In recognition of his contributions, Dr. Li has received multiple academic awards and honors for his outstanding research and teaching performance. He continues to mentor graduate students and promote interdisciplinary research to solve real-world engineering challenges. Dr. Li remains committed to advancing automation and intelligent systems for sustainable industrial development and the future of smart technologies.

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Liu, J., Li, D., & Chen, H. (2025). “Robust hybrid decentralized controller design for Voice Coil Actuator-Fast Steering Mirror system in high-precision optical measurements.

Arun Gupta |  Fluid Mechanics | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Arun Gupta |  Fluid Mechanics | Best Researcher Award

University Institute of Engineering And Technology | India

Dr. Arun Kumar Gupta is an accomplished academician and researcher in the field of Chemical Engineering with over twenty-three years of teaching and research experience. He is currently serving as an Associate Professor at the University Institute of Engineering and Technology, Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University, Kanpur. Dr. Gupta holds a B.Tech in Chemical Engineering from UIET, CSJMU, an M.Tech, and a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from IIT Kanpur. His research interests encompass process modeling and simulation, sustainable chemical processes, environmental engineering, smart farming systems, and the application of IoT and machine learning in chemical engineering. With 27 publications, 14 edited chapters, 3 books, and 1 completed project under the CV Raman Scheme, he has made significant scholarly contributions. He has organized and participated in numerous workshops, conferences, and faculty development programs and has been recognized with several honors, including the “Excellence in Academics Award” at the INDO–THAI International Excellence Awards 2024 and a Gold Medal in the NPTEL ASPEN course. Dr. Gupta’s innovative work has also led to two patents in smart irrigation and sustainable reactor design. Dedicated to advancing engineering education and research, he continues to inspire students and contribute to technological innovation.

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Chandra, A.K., Khan, W., Gupta, A.K., Patel, P.B., & Niranjan, R.S. (2025). “E‐Waste: A Leading Hazardous Waste.” In Global Waste Management (pp. 29–61).

Lal, A., Gupta, A.K., Kumar, A., & Indu, N.K.Y. (2010). “Manufacture and study of physico-chemical properties of Karanja bio-diesel.” In Proceedings on Renewable Energy and Sustainable Biofuels (Vol. 4).

Gupta, G.D., & Arun Kumar, G. (2022). “Enhancement in activity and reusability of dry Amberlyst-15 catalyst by thermal treatment for production of biodiesel from Karanja oil.” In Asian Journal of Chemistry, 35(1), 62–68.

Gupta, A.K., & Deo, G. (2018). “A single-step process to convert Karanja oil to fatty acid methyl esters using Amberlyst-15 as a catalyst.” In Chemical and Biochemical Engineering Quarterly, 32(1), 1–10.

Chiu, K., Gupta, A., Afxentiou, T., Ashraf, A., Kanani, R., Rajaguru, K., Bhatt, N., et al. (2025). “Impact of multiprofessional radiotherapy peer review on multidisciplinary team meeting staging in head and neck cancer.” In Clinical Oncology, 38, Article 103696.

Gupta, A.K. (2023). “Various methods for enhancement in heterogeneous catalyzed biodiesel production reaction rate.” In Journal of the Indian Chemical Society, 100(100970), 4.