Dr. Thomas Kotoulas | Artificial Intelligence Award | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Thomas Kotoulas | Artificial Intelligence Award | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Thomas Kotoulas, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece, Greece

Dr. Thomas Kotoulas is a renowned physicist specializing in Newtonian dynamics and celestial mechanics. He has built a distinguished career in the study of dynamical systems, particularly the behavior of small bodies in the outer Solar System. He is currently a researcher at the University of Thessaloniki, where he earned his B.Sc. in Physics (1995) and Ph.D. in Physics (2003). Over the years, Kotoulas has become a key figure in the field of celestial mechanics, with numerous publications and contributions to the study of periodic orbits, stability, and resonance dynamics. His expertise extends to inverse problems in Newtonian dynamics and its applications in astronomy. Dr. Kotoulas has been awarded for his excellence as an external reviewer and continues to significantly contribute to the advancement of his research areas.

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Summary of Suitability for Award:

Dr. Thomas Kotoulas is a strong contender for the Best Researcher Awards. His in-depth expertise, consistent scholarly output, contributions to high-impact research, leadership in projects, and acknowledgment from prestigious journals position him as a leading figure in the field of celestial mechanics. Given his outstanding research achievements and influential role in advancing scientific knowledge, Dr. Kotoulas is undoubtedly deserving of recognition as a top researcher in his field.

🎓Education: 

Dr. Kotoulas completed his B.Sc. in Physics at the Department of Physics at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (A.U.Th.). He further pursued his postgraduate studies, culminating in a Ph.D. in Physics from the same department in 2003. His doctoral research focused on the dynamical evolution of small bodies in resonant areas within the outer Solar System, for which he received an excellent evaluation. His Ph.D. work was supervised by Professor John D. Hadjidemetriou. In addition to his academic qualifications, Dr. Kotoulas was awarded a fellowship from the National Foundation of Fellowships (Ι.Κ.Υ.) during his doctoral studies, where he specialized in dynamical systems and celestial mechanics. His academic journey was marked by excellence, shaping his future contributions to the scientific community in the fields of celestial mechanics and dynamics.

🏢Work Experience:

Dr. Kotoulas has accumulated extensive experience in the field of celestial mechanics and dynamical systems. He has worked on several significant research projects, including the “Dynamics of the restricted three-body problem and applications in Celestial Mechanics,” which was funded by the Greek Ministry of Education and the European Community. As a post-doctoral researcher, he contributed to the study of retrograde periodic orbits in the restricted three-body problem, focusing on applications in asteroids and the Kuiper Belt. Over the years, he has also served as a reviewer for several esteemed journals, such as “Celestial Mechanics and Dynamical Astronomy,” “Astrophysics and Space Science,” and “Research in Astronomy and Astrophysics.” His academic career is marked by his deep involvement in the application of inverse problems in Newtonian dynamics, which he continues to explore and develop through his research.

🏅Awards:

Dr. Thomas Kotoulas has received several prestigious awards and honors throughout his career. Notably, he was recognized as one of the best external reviewers for the journal “Research in Astronomy and Astrophysics” in 2022, receiving the Outstanding Reviewer Award for his valuable contributions. He also received a letter of recognition from Dr. Fabio Santos, the Publishing Editor of “Astrophysics and Space Science,” for his outstanding work as a reviewer during 2021 and 2022. Furthermore, Dr. Kotoulas was included in the Mathematical Reviews database, where he has written reviews for numerous papers on celestial mechanics. His work has been consistently acknowledged by the scientific community, affirming his expertise in dynamical systems and celestial mechanics. These honors highlight his significant contributions to the field, particularly in the areas of celestial mechanics, dynamics, and inverse problems.

🔬Research Focus:

Dr. Kotoulas’ primary research focus lies in the field of Newtonian dynamics and celestial mechanics, with an emphasis on the restricted three-body problem, orbital stability, and resonance dynamics. His research explores the dynamical evolution of small bodies, particularly in the outer Solar System, and how these bodies behave under the influence of resonances with larger celestial bodies. He specializes in the computation of families of periodic orbits, spectral analysis, and stability/instability in resonance regions. Additionally, Dr. Kotoulas works on inverse problems in Newtonian dynamics, applying them to astronomy and galactic dynamics. His work involves finding generalized force fields from families of orbits, as well as applying these techniques to improve our understanding of the structure and stability of orbital systems. Through his research, Dr. Kotoulas has significantly contributed to advancing theoretical models that describe the motion of celestial bodies and their dynamical interactions.

Publication Top Notes: 

  • “Planar Periodic Orbits in Exterior Resonances with Neptune”
    • Citations: 44
  • “Comparative Study of the 2:3 and 3:4 Resonant Motion with Neptune: An Application of Symplectic Mappings and Low Frequency Analysis”
    • Citations: 43
  • “On the Stability of the Neptune Trojans”
    • Citations: 34
  • “Symmetric and Nonsymmetric Periodic Orbits in the Exterior Mean Motion Resonances with Neptune”
    • Citations: 32
  • “On the 2/1 Resonant Planetary Dynamics–Periodic Orbits and Dynamical Stability”
    • Citations: 31

 

 

 

 

Assist Prof Dr. Ebtisam Alabdulqader | Machine Intelligence | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr. Ebtisam Alabdulqader | Machine Intelligence | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr. Ebtisam Alabdulqader , Kind Saud University , Saudi Arabia

Prof. Dr. Ebtisam Alabdulqader, an esteemed academic at King Saud University 🎓, possesses a rich educational background, including a Ph.D. in Computing Sciences from Newcastle University, UK, and certifications in various domains such as user experience, bioethics, and cryptography. As the Vice Director of the Digital Innovation Unit and Assistant Professor in the Information Technology Department, she actively contributes to the advancement of education and innovation. Dr. Alabdulqader’s leadership extends to founding and leading the ArabHCI Community and serving as the Vice Chair of the Saudi ACM SIGCHI Chapter. Her extensive experience as a lecturer and teaching assistant underscores her commitment to nurturing future talents in the field of computer and information sciences. Dr. Alabdulqader’s involvement in numerous committees and projects further highlights her dedication to academic excellence and technological innovation 🌟.

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Education:

  • Ph.D. in Computing Sciences, School of Computing, Newcastle University, UK (2015-2019)
  • MSc in Information Systems, College of Computer and Information Sciences, King Saud University, Saudi Arabia (2007-2009)
  • Bachelors in Computer Applications, College of Computer and Information Sciences, King Saud University, Saudi Arabia (2000-2005)

Certificates:

  • Bioethics NCBE Training, KACST, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (2021)
  • Certified User Experience Specialist (CXS), Akendi, London, UK (2019)
  • Good Clinical Practice (GCP) eLearning, NHS, Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK (2015)
  • Training on Cryptography, PMC in KSU, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (2010)
  • Oracle Database 11g: Administration Workshop, ORACLE University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (2010)
  • MULTOS Developer, MULTOS, Warrington, UK (2009)
  • Network and Host Security, Security Academy I(TS)2, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (2009)

Experience:

  • Vice Director of Digital Innovation Unit, Entrepreneurship Institute, King Saud University (2022-Present)
  • Assistant Professor, Information Technology Department, College of Computer and Information Sciences, King Saud University (2020-Present)
  • Founder and Leader, ArabHCI Community (2016-Present)
  • Vice Chair, Saudi ACM SIGCHI Chapter (2017-2021)
  • Lecturer, Information Technology Department, College of Computer and Information Sciences, King Saud University (2009-2020)
  • Teaching Assistant, Information Technology Department, College of Computer and Information Sciences, King Saud University (2005-2009)

Memberships in Scientific & Professional Societies:

  • ACM SIGCHI Member
  • Professional ACM Member
  • Open Lab, School of Computing, Newcastle University

Projects:

  • Lead hackathon organizer for “MITO Patient Engagement Study”
  • Designing technology for CueS: a wearable cueing device for stroke patients

Academic Activities:

  • Curriculum Review and Development Committee
  • Human Resources Committee (Head)
  • Graduation Projects Seminars Committee
  • Graduation Projects Examination Committee

Service Activities & Participations:

  • Active PC member in various ACM and non-ACM research venues
  • Judge in Fintech 101 Workshop for KSU Students
  • Judge for the International Mobile Gaming Awards

Invited Talks, Panels & Representation:

  • Panelist at the “Research Experiences in HCI” session by KSU CCIS
  • Invited panelist at CS-NCL equality and diversity events
  • ACM SIGCHI Inclusion Innovators, Inclusion team for SIGCHI Diversity & Inclusion Events/Activities

Honors and Awards:

    • CCIS Appreciation Award (2020)
    • Best Lecturer Award (2013)
    • Best Academic Advisor Award (2013)
    • Excellence in Research and Publications Award (2010)

Publication Top Notes:

inist HCI: Taking Stock, Moving Forward, and Engaging Community
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IslamicHCI: Designing with and within Muslim Populations

 

 

Mr. Jamin Rahman Jim | Artificial Intelligent Awards | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Jamin Rahman Jim | Artificial Intelligent Awards | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Jamin Rahman Jim, Advanced Machine Intelligence Research Lab – AMIR Lab, Bangladesh

Jamin Rahman Jim, an accomplished researcher hailing from Dhaka, Bangladesh, specializes in machine intelligence and deep learning applications. With a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Engineering from the American International University-Bangladesh, where he graduated with high honors and received prestigious academic scholarships, Jim has contributed significantly to the field through his work at leading research institutions like the Advanced Machine Intelligence Research Lab (AMIR Lab) and Deepchain Labs. His publications in esteemed journals such as IEEE Access and Natural Language Processing Journal showcase his expertise in areas ranging from trustworthy metaverse development to sentiment analysis and medical image segmentation. Notably, he received the Research Award 2023 from AMIR Lab and an Academic Research Grant from the Competitive Research Fund of The University of Aizu, Japan. With a keen focus on leveraging machine learning and deep learning for cybersecurity, medical imaging, and autonomous vehicle navigation, Jim’s contributions continue to shape the forefront of technological innovation.

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📚 Education:

Jamin Rahman Jim pursued his Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Engineering, specializing in Information Systems, at American International University-Bangladesh from January 2020 to June 2023. Throughout his academic journey, he demonstrated exceptional dedication and achieved a final grade of 3.96 out of 4.00. His thesis, titled “Assessing Personalized Federated Learning Algorithms for Pattern Recognition Tasks,” showcased his expertise in the field. This comprehensive program equipped him with a solid foundation in computer science principles and practical skills necessary for his subsequent career in research and development.

📅 Work Experience:

Jamin Rahman Jim has been actively engaged in the research field, contributing significantly to the advancement of machine intelligence. He began his journey as a Research Assistant at Deepchain Labs in Dhaka, Bangladesh, from December 2022 to April 2023, where he laid the groundwork for his research career. Building on this experience, he transitioned to the role of Research Assistant at the Advanced Machine Intelligence Research Lab (AMIR Lab) in Dhaka, Bangladesh, from May 2023 to January 2024. During this period, he honed his skills and expanded his knowledge in the domain of machine intelligence. Currently, he holds the position of Researcher at AMIR Lab, commencing in February 2024, where he continues to make significant contributions to cutting-edge research projects. His tenure at AMIR Lab reflects his dedication to pushing the boundaries of machine intelligence and furthering the understanding of this dynamic field.

🏅 Honours and Awards:

Jamin Rahman Jim’s academic journey at the American International University-Bangladesh was marked by outstanding achievements and recognition. He received the prestigious Academic Merit Scholarship, a testament to his consistent excellence throughout his Bachelor’s degree program. Furthermore, his exemplary academic performance earned him a place on the Dean’s List Honors and the distinguished title of Summa Cum Laude, affirming his exceptional capabilities and dedication to academic excellence.

Publication Top Notes:

  1. Towards Trustworthy Metaverse: Advancements and Challenges
    • Authors: JR Jim, MT Hosain, MF Mridha, MM Kabir, J Shin
    • Published in: IEEE Access (2023)
    • Cited by: 7
  2. Recent Advancements and Challenges of NLP-based Sentiment Analysis: A State-of-the-Art Review
    • Authors: JR Jim, MAR Talukder, P Malakar, MM Kabir, K Nur, MF Mridha
    • Published in: Natural Language Processing Journal (2024)
    • Cited by: 1
  3. Explainable AI Approaches in Deep Learning: Advancements, Applications and Challenges
    • Authors: MT Hosain, JR Jim, MF Mridha, MM Kabir
    • Published in: Computers and Electrical Engineering (2024)
  4. Deep Learning for Medical Image Segmentation: State-of-the-Art Advancements and Challenges
    • Authors: ME Rayed, SMS Islam, SI Niha, JR Jim, MM Kabir, MF Mridha
    • Published in: Informatics in Medicine Unlocked (2024)
  5. TeaLeafAgeQuality: Age-Stratified Tea Leaf Quality Classification Dataset
    • Authors: MM Kabir, MS Hafiz, S Bandyopadhyaa, JR Jim, MF Mridha
    • Published in: Data in Brief (2024)

 

 

 

 

Dr. Siwei Guan | Deep Learning Award | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Siwei Guan | Deep Learning Award | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Siwei Guan, Hangzhou Dianzi university, China

Dr. Siwei Guan, currently pursuing a Doctorate in Electronic Science and Technology at Hangzhou Dianzi University, China, stands at the forefront of groundbreaking research in anomaly detection. With a Master’s degree from the same university and a Bachelor’s from Jiangxi Normal University, his expertise shines in innovative approaches to multivariate time series data. Driven by a passion for advancement, his work, published in esteemed journals like Computer & Security and IEEE Sensors Journal, showcases pioneering techniques utilizing variational autoencoders and temporal neural networks. Supported by prestigious funding from the National Key Research and Development Program of China and the National Natural Science Foundation of China, he actively contributes to peer review activities, ensuring the quality of academic discourse. Dr. Guan’s dedication and achievements underscore his invaluable contributions to electronic science and technology, propelling the field forward with each innovative stride. 🌟

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🏫 Education:

Dr. Siwei Guan is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Electronic Science and Technology at Hangzhou Dianzi University, China, building upon his prior academic achievements. He holds a Master’s degree in Electronic Information from the same university and completed his Bachelor’s in Electronic Information Engineering at Jiangxi Normal University. His research focuses on innovative approaches to anomaly detection in multivariate time series data, as evidenced by his publications in reputable journals like Computer & Security and IEEE Sensors Journal.

💼 Work & Research:

As a Doctoral candidate, Dr. Siwei Guan is actively engaged in groundbreaking research, including the development of novel anomaly detection techniques using variational autoencoders and temporal neural networks. His work has received significant funding from prestigious institutions, including the National Key Research and Development Program of China and the National Natural Science Foundation of China. Additionally, he contributes to the academic community through peer review activities for esteemed journals such as Exper System with Application and ISA Transactions.

📊 Funding & Peer Review:

Dr. Siwei Guan has successfully secured funding to support his research endeavors, demonstrating the recognition and significance of his work in the field. Furthermore, his involvement in peer review activities reflects his commitment to advancing the scientific knowledge and contributing to the quality of research publications.

🌟 Achievements:

Dr. Siwei Guan’s contributions to the field of electronic science and technology have earned him recognition and support from prestigious funding programs and academic journals. With his dedication to innovative research and scholarly pursuits, he continues to make valuable contributions to the advancement of anomaly detection methodologies in multivariate time series data.

Publication Top Notes:

  1. Multivariate time series anomaly detection with variational autoencoder and spatial–temporal graph network
    • Published in Computers & Security, April 2024.
  2. Conditional normalizing flow for multivariate time series anomaly detection
    • Published in ISA Transactions, December 2023.
  3. TPAD: Temporal-Pattern-Based Neural Network Model for Anomaly Detection in Multivariate Time Series
    • Published in IEEE Sensors Journal, December 15, 2023.
  4. GTAD: Graph and Temporal Neural Network for Multivariate Time Series Anomaly Detection
    • Published in Entropy, May 2022.