Dimah Dera | Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Dimah Dera | Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award 

Dr. Dimah Dera | Rochester Institute of Technology | United States

Dr. Dimah Dera is an accomplished researcher and educator specializing in robust and trustworthy machine learning, uncertainty propagation, and intelligent imaging systems. Her work integrates artificial intelligence, deep learning, and Bayesian inference to enhance reliability and transparency in medical imaging, computer vision, and robotics, with contributions to uncertainty-aware deep neural networks applied in brain tumor detection, active SLAM, multimodal fusion, and software vulnerability analysis. She has secured multiple competitive research grants, including from the National Science Foundation (NSF), and published in leading journals such as IEEE Transactions on Knowledge and Data Engineering and Pattern Recognition. Her innovative research has earned distinctions including the IEEE GRSS Excellence in Technical Communication Award and the IEEE Benjamin Franklin Key Award. With 338 citations by 280 documents, 24 publications, and an h-index of 9, Dr. Dimah Dera’s scholarly impact reflects the global significance of her work, and she continues to mentor students at all levels in advancing interdisciplinary imaging science and AI research.

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Featured Publication 

Bockrath, K., Ernst, L., Nadeem, R., Pedraza, B., and Dera, D. (2025). Trustworthy navigation with variational policy in deep reinforcement learning. Frontiers in Robotics and AI, 12, 1652050.

Carannante, G., Bouaynaya, N. C., Dera, D., Fathallah-Shaykh, H. M., and Rasool, G. (2025). SUPER-Net: Trustworthy medical image segmentation with uncertainty propagation in encoder-decoder networks. Pattern Recognition.

Flack, D., Tripathi, A., Waqas, A., Rasool, G., and Dera, D. (2025). Robust multimodal fusion for oncology. Cancer Informatics Journal, 24, 11769351251376192.

Li, B., Ding, K., and Dera, D. (2025). MD-SA2: Optimizing Segment Anything 2 for multimodal, depth-aware brain tumor segmentation in sub-Saharan populations. Journal of Medical Imaging, 12(2), 024007.

Dera, D., Ahmed, S., Rasool, G., and Bouaynaya, N. C. (2024). Trustworthy uncertainty propagation for sequential time-series analysis in RNNs. IEEE Transactions on Knowledge and Data Engineering, 36(2), 882–896.

Dr. Tee Connie | Machine Learning Awards | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Tee Connie | Machine Learning Awards | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Tee Connie , Multimedia University , Malaysia

Dr. Tee Connie is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of Information Technology, specializing in machine learning, pattern recognition, computer vision, and biometrics. She is currently a Professor at the Faculty of Information Science and Technology, Multimedia University, Malaysia, where she also serves as Dean of the Institute for Postgraduate Studies. Dr. Tee holds a Ph.D. and Master’s in Information Technology from Multimedia University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology with First Class Honours from the same institution. Her research is widely recognized, evidenced by numerous funded projects and publications, including notable grants for innovative applications in gait analysis, vehicle traffic analysis, and computer vision solutions. She has also contributed to the field with a patent for a hand geometry and palm print verification system. Her extensive experience and leadership in both research and academic administration underscore her significant impact in advancing information technology.

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Summary of Suitability for the Research for Best Researcher Award: Tee Connie

Introduction: Dr. Tee Connie, a Professor at Multimedia University, is a distinguished candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. Her extensive background in machine learning, computer vision, and biometrics, coupled with her leadership roles and significant research contributions, positions her as a highly suitable nominee.

🎓Education:

Dr. Tee Connie completed her Doctor of Philosophy in Information Technology at Multimedia University, Malaysia, in 2015. Prior to this, she earned a Master of Science in Information Technology from the same institution in 2005. She also holds a Bachelor of Information Technology, with a major in Information System Engineering, graduating with First Class Honours and a CGPA of 3.92/4.00 in 2003.

🏢Work Experience:

Dr. Tee Connie has held several academic and administrative positions at Multimedia University, Malaysia. She has been a Professor at the Faculty of Information Science and Technology since 2023 and currently serves as the Dean of the Institute for Postgraduate Studies, a role she has held since April 2022. Prior to this, she was the Deputy Dean of the Institute for Postgraduate Studies from April 2021 to April 2022. Dr. Tee’s career at the university began as a Lecturer in 2005, and she was promoted to Senior Lecturer in 2008, a position she held until 2021. She has also worked as an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Information Science and Technology since 2021 and served as a Tutor from 2003 to 2005.

🏆Awards and Grants:

Dr. Tee Connie has been awarded several significant research grants. She is leading the Malaysia-Jordan Matching Grant project on “A Non-Invasive Gait Analysis for Parkinson’s Disease Screening Using Computer Vision and Machine Learning Techniques,” which runs from September 2024 to August 2026, with a funding amount of RM 23,000. She is also a project member for the TM R&D Fund’s “Smart-VeTRAN: Smart Vehicle Traffic Impact Analysis Using 4G/5G Network” (RM 678,453) and the “Machine Learning Based Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS) for Fiber Break Prevention” projects (Sub-project 1: RM 638,731; Sub-project 2: RM 599,061), both running from August 2022 to July 2024. Other notable grants include the Fundamental Research Grant Scheme’s “Confined Parking Spaces and Congestion Prediction using Deep Q-Learning Strategy” (RM 89,093) and the “Few-shot Learning Approach for Human Activity Recognition and Anomaly Detection” (RM 113,850), both spanning from September 2022 to April 2024. Additionally, she has secured funding for projects such as the “Cryptographically Secure Cloud-Based Infrastructure (CryptCloud)” (RM 917,504), the IR Fund’s “Gender and Age Estimation using Human Gait for Smart Cities Surveillance” (RM 24,000), and the Multimedia University-Telkom University Joint Research Grant for “Gait Analysis for Neurodegenerative Disorders using Computer Vision and Deep Learning Approaches” (RM 20,000). Her past projects include contributions to the International Collaboration Fund’s “Design and Development of A Drone Based Hyperspectral Imaging System for Precision Agriculture” (RM 264,660) and several other notable grants in fields related to computer vision, biometrics, and security surveillance.

Publication Top Notes:

  • Visual-based vehicle detection with adaptive oversampling
  • A Robust License Plate Detection System Using Smart Device
  • Review on Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Algorithm for Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS) for Ground Disturbance Detection
  • A Review of AI Techniques in Fruit Detection and Classification: Analyzing Data, Features and AI Models Used in Agricultural Industry
  • Boosting Vehicle Classification with Augmentation Techniques across Multiple YOLO Versions

 

 

 

 

Dr. Mohamed Elhamahmy | AI – Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Mohamed Elhamahmy | AI – Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Mohamed Elhamahmy, National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority, Egypt,

Dr. Mohamed Ezzat Elhamahmy is a Senior Expert in Cybersecurity at the National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority in Cairo and serves on the advisory board at the College of Computers and Information Technology, Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport. He holds a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering from the Military Technical College, a Master’s in Systems and Computer Engineering from Al-Azhar University, a Ph.D. in Information Technology from Cairo University, and a Professional Master’s in Political Studies and Security. Dr. Elhamahmy has extensive experience in IT and cybersecurity, having managed the Information Systems Department of the Armed Forces and established a dedicated cybersecurity unit. His expertise includes incident handling, network security, and strategic planning, supported by certifications such as CEH and CISSP. His notable contributions include advancing cybersecurity practices and education in the region.

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Educational Background 🎓

Dr. Mohamed Ezzat Elhamahmy graduated from the Military Technical College in 1989 with a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering. He earned a Master’s degree in Systems and Computer Engineering from Al-Azhar University in 2001, a Ph.D. in Information Technology from Cairo University in 2011, and a Professional Master’s degree in Political Studies and Security from the Faculty of Economics and Political Science.

Professional Experience 💼

Dr. Elhamahmy has an extensive career in information technology and cybersecurity. From 1990 to 2015, he worked with the Information Systems Department of the Armed Forces, holding roles such as Systems Manager, Network Manager, and IT Manager. He specialized in cybersecurity from 2009 to 2014 and established a dedicated cybersecurity unit in 2015. He led the unit until 2019, overseeing its development, training programs, and strategic planning.

Current Roles 🏢

Since 2019, Dr. Elhamahmy has been serving as a Senior Expert in Cybersecurity at the National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority, Cairo. He is also a member of the advisory board at the College of Computers and Information Technology, Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport, where he lectures and supervises academic programs.

Skills and Expertise 🛠️

Dr. Elhamahmy is skilled in incident handling, research and development in network security, and strategic cybersecurity planning. His expertise includes advanced knowledge of various technologies and applications, with strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership abilities.

Certifications and Training 🏅

He has obtained numerous certifications, including Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), and CCNA. He has also completed specialized training in Oracle, Microsoft Windows Server, and various cybersecurity tools.

Contributions and Achievements 🌟

Dr. Elhamahmy is known for his significant contributions to cybersecurity, including establishing successful cybersecurity units and leading strategic initiatives. His work has greatly impacted the development of cybersecurity practices and education in the region.

Publication Top Notes:

  • Improving Intrusion Detection Using LSTM-RNN to Protect Drones’ Networks
    • Year: 2024
  • Internet of Drones Intrusion Detection Using Deep Learning
    • Year: 2021
  • A Real-Time Firewall Policy Rule Set Anomaly-Free Mechanism
    • Year: 2019
  • A Proposed Approach for Management of Multiple Firewalls Using REST API Architecture
    • Year: 2019
  • Towards a Practical Real-Time Applications of Face Verification
    • Year: 2019

 

 

 

 

Mrs. Kavitha Duraipandian | Machine learning Awards | Excellence in Research

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Mrs. Kavitha Duraipandian | Machine learning Awards | Excellence in Research

Mrs. Kavitha Duraipandian, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, India

Mrs. Kavitha Duraipandian is an Assistant Professor at Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai, and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Deep Learning at SRM Institute of Science and Technology. She holds a Master’s degree in Computer Science from Anna University and a Bachelor’s degree from Madras University. With a rich teaching career spanning roles at SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Dhaanish Ahmed College of Engineering, and other institutions, Kavitha has instructed various subjects, including Machine Learning and Cloud Computing. She has earned accolades such as “The Real Super Woman 2020” award and the Woman MoU Leader of the Year 2024 award. Kavitha also mentors over 75 students in Indo-Global internships, focusing on ML, DL, AI, and Cybersecurity.

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🎓 Education:

Kavitha Duraipandian is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Deep Learning at SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Kattankulathur (since January 2020). She holds a Master of Engineering in Computer Science from Anna University (2009-2011) with a 79% score and a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science from Madras University (1997-2001) with a 70% score.

💼 Academic Experience:

Kavitha is an Assistant Professor at Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai (since June 2024). She has previously served as an Assistant Professor at SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Ramapuram (2019-2024), and Dhaanish Ahmed College of Engineering, Chennai (2011-2019). Her earlier roles include Lecturer positions at Tagore Engineering College, Sri Sai Ram Engineering College, and Thiruvalluvar College of Engineering and Technology.

🏆 Awards and Achievements:

Kavitha has coordinated and mentored a team that won first prize in the International App Development Competition (2020) and has received several accolades, including “The Real Super Woman 2020” award and the Woman MoU Leader of the Year 2024 award.

🌐 International Mentorship:

She mentors over 75 students in Indo-Global Summer/Winter Internships, focusing on ML, DL, AI, and Cybersecurity, in collaboration with MIT Square, London, and foreign universities.

📚 Subjects Handled:

Kavitha has taught a wide range of subjects under both deemed universities and Anna University-affiliated institutions, including Information Storage and Management, Machine Learning applications, Cloud Computing, Database Management Systems, Data Structures, Software Engineering, and more.

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Mr. Yan hui Wu | Machine Learning Awards | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Yan hui Wu | Machine Learning Awards | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Yan hui Wu , Hebei University of Engineering , China

Yanhui Wu is a Senior Engineer at the School of Mining and Surveying Engineering, Hebei University of Engineering. He completed his Ph.D. in Geophysical Exploration and Information Technology at the China University of Mining and Technology (Beijing) in 2023. He also holds an M.Sc. in the same field from the China University of Geosciences (Beijing) and a B.Sc. in Computer Science and Technology from Hebei University of Technology. Wu’s career includes nearly a decade at the Geological Geophysical Center, Hebei Coal Science Research Institute, Jizhong Energy Group, where he served as a Senior Engineer. He has participated in significant research projects, including the Ministry of Science and Technology’s National Key R&D Program on dynamic intelligent detection technology for hidden disaster geological factors in coal mines. Wu’s research has been published in several renowned journals, with notable works on seismic multiattribute machine learning, fault evaluation, and collapse column prediction in coal strata.

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 🎓Education:

Yanhui Wu holds a Ph.D. in Geophysical Exploration and Information Technology from the China University of Mining and Technology (Beijing), which he completed in June 2023. He also earned an M.Sc. in the same field from the China University of Geosciences (Beijing) in June 2010. Additionally, Wu has a B.Sc. in Computer Science and Technology from Hebei University of Technology, which he obtained in June 2007.

 🏢Work Experience:

Yanhui Wu currently serves as a Senior Engineer at the School of Mining and Surveying Engineering, Hebei University of Engineering. Prior to this role, he held a Senior Engineer position at the Geological Geophysical Center of Hebei Coal Science Research Institute, part of the Jizhong Energy Group, from August 2010 to July 2019.

Publication Top Notes:

  • Application of seismic multiattribute machine learning to determine coal strata thickness
    • Published Year: 2021
    • Journal: Journal of Geophysics and Engineering
    • Cited by: 834-844
  • Quantitative Evaluation of Faults by Combined Channel Wave Seismic Transmission-Reflection Detection Method
    • Published Year: 2022
    • Journal: Minerals
    • Cited by: 1022-1032
  • Precise prediction of the collapse column based on channel wave spectral disparity characteristics and velocity tomography imaging
    • Published Year: 2022
    • Journal: Journal of Geophysics and Engineering
    • Cited by: 326-335
  • Application research of combined detection of transmission and reflection slot waves for small structures—Taking Longquan Mining Area in Shanxi as an example
    • Published Year: 2021
    • Journal: Progress in Geophysics
    • Cited by: 1325-1332

Ms. Sandhya Sharma | Machine learning Awards | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Sandhya Sharma | Machine learning Awards | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Sandhya Sharma, Muroran Institute of Technology, Nepal

Ms. Sandhya Sharma is currently pursuing her PhD in Informatics at the Muroran Institute of Technology, Hokkaido, Japan. She holds a Master’s in Zoology with a specialization in Ecology from the Central Department of Zoology, Kirtipur, Nepal, and a Bachelor’s in Zoology from Patan Multiple Campus, Nepal. 🦁 Professionally, she is a Wildlife Researcher at the Himali Conservation Forum in Taplejung, Nepal, where she develops conservation projects, oversees coordination, monitors progress, and reports on milestones. Previously, as a Consultant at the Zoological Society of London-Nepal, she conducted social surveys and analyzed wildlife data in the Chitwan-Makwanpur-Parsa Conservation Area. 📚 Sandhya has also been a Part-time Lecturer in biostatistics at Tribhuvan University and a Secondary Level Teacher at Buddha Academy Kathmandu. Additionally, she mentored over 150 young girls through the Underprivileged Girls Education Support Program in Kathmandu. 🐾 As a World Wildlife Fund Intern, she managed data, assisted in report writing, installed and monitored wildlife cameras, and conducted wildlife observations in the Gaurishankar Conservation Area.

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🎓 Educational Journey

Sandhya Sharma is currently pursuing her PhD in Informatics at the Muroran Institute of Technology, Hokkaido, Japan. She holds a Master’s Degree in Zoology with a specialization in Ecology from the Central Department of Zoology, Kirtipur, Nepal, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Zoology from Patan Multiple Campus, Nepal.

🦁 Professional Experience

Wildlife Researcher (2018-Ongoing) Sandhya works at the Himali Conservation Forum in Taplejung, Nepal. She develops and implements conservation projects, oversees coordination, monitors progress, and reports on key milestones. Her role involves data interpretation, hypothesis testing, and strategy improvement.

Consultant (2017-2018) At the Zoological Society of London-Nepal, Sandhya conducted social surveys and analyzed data on wildlife in Chitwan – Makwanpur – Parsa Conservation Area. She established Community Conservation Units and contributed to scientific journal articles on species like Pangolin, Tiger, and Gharial.

📚 Teaching and Mentorship

Part-time Lecturer (2017) Sandhya taught biostatistics to Master’s students at Tribhuvan University, assisting them with field surveys and data analysis.

Secondary Level Teacher (2009-2011) At Buddha Academy Kathmandu, she taught science and mathematics to secondary students, providing guidance and counseling for academic challenges.

Part-time Mentorship (2008-2011) Through the Underprivileged Girls Education Support Program (UGESP) in Kathmandu, Sandhya mentored over 150 young girls, educating them on various topics and tracking their educational progress.

🐾 Internship and Field Work

World Wildlife Fund Intern (2016-2017) Sandhya managed data, assisted in report writing, installed and monitored wildlife cameras, and conducted wildlife observations in the Gaurishankar Conservation Area.

Publication Top Notes:

  • Enhancing Sika Deer Identification: Integrating CNN-Based Siamese Networks with SVM Classification
    • Published Year: 2024
  • A Methodological Literature Review of Acoustic Wildlife Monitoring Using Artificial Intelligence Tools and Techniques
    • Published Year: 2023
  • Livestock Depredation by Leopards and Tigers Near Bardia National Park, Nepal
    • Published Year: 2021
  • Knowledge of the Critically Endangered Chinese pangolin (Manis pentadactyla) by local people in Sindhupalchok, Nepal
    • Published Year: 2020
  • People’s Knowledge of Illegal Chinese Pangolin Trade Routes in Central Nepal
    • Published Year: 2020