Prof. Jun Li, Southeast University, China

Jun Li is a distinguished professor at Southeast University’s School of Information Science and Engineering. A prolific researcher in engineering with a career spanning over two decades, he has contributed significantly to advancements in Industrial Internet, 6G communications, and data privacy in federated learning. Jun Li’s pioneering work has been cited over 15,000 times, showcasing his profound impact on these fields. He previously served as a professor at Nanjing University of Science and Technology and held research positions at esteemed institutions such as Princeton University and the University of Sydney. His accomplishments include the Youth Thousand Talents Program and AI Digital Craftsman Award. As an active member of China’s technical communities, Jun Li is highly regarded for his innovative research, esteemed publications, and ongoing contributions to the development of intelligent systems and industrial data solutions.

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Jun Li stands as a highly qualified candidate for the Best Researcher Award, demonstrating a blend of extensive research contributions, leadership, and technological advancements across domains like industrial internet, wireless communications, and artificial intelligence. As a professor in the School of Information Science and Engineering at Southeast University, his influence extends through both his innovative research and his commitment to developing critical solutions in fields that are vital to technological advancement and industrial applications.

Education 

Jun Li holds a Ph.D. in Engineering from Shanghai Jiao Tong University (2009), where he specialized in advanced wireless communication systems. Prior to this, he earned his M.S. in Engineering from Nanjing University of Science and Technology (2004), focusing on foundational engineering principles that later influenced his work in Industrial Internet and data privacy. His academic journey began with a B.S. in Engineering from Jilin University (2001), providing a strong theoretical base in engineering. This diverse educational background across three premier Chinese universities has shaped Jun Li’s expertise in systems integration and collaborative cloud-edge systems for industrial applications. His academic foundations underpin his innovative approaches to developing new methods in 6G wireless technologies, privacy-preserving systems, and industrial IoT, which continue to influence his teaching and research at Southeast University and beyond.

Experience

Currently a professor at Southeast University’s School of Information Science and Engineering (2024–present), Jun Li has previously held a series of esteemed positions. He was a professor at Nanjing University of Science and Technology (2015–2024), where he advanced research in Industrial Internet and next-generation communication systems. As a visiting scholar at Princeton University (2018–2019), he collaborated under Vincent Poor, exploring innovative data privacy techniques in federated learning. Earlier, he was a research fellow at the University of Sydney (2012–2015), where he contributed to projects under Branka Vucetic on cloud-based systems for industrial IoT applications. His postdoctoral research at the University of New South Wales (2009–2012) further deepened his expertise in wireless communication. With a brief role at Shanghai Bell R&D Center, Jun Li’s diverse experience positions him as a leader in both industrial applications and academic research, emphasizing the practical and scalable development of advanced technological systems.

Awards and Honors 

Jun Li’s career is marked by numerous prestigious awards, including the Youth Thousand Talents Program by the Ministry of Organization (2016) and the Distinguished Professor title from Jiangsu Province (2015). His innovative contributions have also earned him the Excellent Scientist Award from the Chinese Institute of Electronics (2022) and the Global Top 2% Scientist recognition (2023). In the AI field, he received the AI Digital Craftsman Award from the Chinese Association for Artificial Intelligence (2023). His academic contributions have garnered several competitive awards, including multiple Best Paper Awards from IEEE conferences and a top distinction from the National Industrial Internet Innovation Competition (2023). Jun Li’s accolades reflect his prominent role in advancing digital innovation and underscore his commitment to high-impact, interdisciplinary research that addresses key challenges in engineering and industrial communication technologies.

Research Focus

Jun Li’s research is centered on integrating advanced wireless communication with the Industrial Internet, focusing on 6G and privacy-preserving technologies for data management. His recent projects address the development of Intelligent Collaborative Cloud-Edge Systems tailored for industrial applications, aiming to enhance real-time data processing and decision-making in large-scale IoT networks. His work in federated learning emphasizes privacy protection, particularly in sensitive industrial settings, where secure data flow and efficient resource allocation are paramount. Jun Li is also pioneering efforts in positioning systems for asset management, optimizing data flow, and ensuring robust privacy protocols in wireless networks. His research interests extend to high-performance computing solutions for industrial data and cutting-edge strategies in collaborative AI applications, reflecting a comprehensive approach to advancing the industrial IoT ecosystem through integrative, secure, and intelligent technologies.

 Publication Top Notes

• Federated Learning with Differential Privacy: Algorithms and Performance Analysis

  • Cited by: 1801

• Federated Learning for Internet of Things: A Comprehensive Survey

  • Cited by: 927

• Simultaneous Wireless Information and Power Transfer (SWIPT): Recent Advances and Future Challenges

  • Cited by: 899

• 6G Internet of Things: A Comprehensive Survey

  • Cited by: 852

• Federated Learning Meets Blockchain in Edge Computing: Opportunities and Challenges

  • Cited by: 504

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Mrs. Dipali Bansal , Amity University,Noida , India

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At Amity University, where Mrs. Dipali Bansal is pursuing her Ph.D., she has made notable research contributions, including three conference papers published in IEEE and Scopus Indexed journals. One of these papers earned her the Best Female Student in Antenna Track award. She has also published two journal papers, one in the IETE Journal of Research (Taylor & Francis, SCI Indexed) and another in Multimedia Tools and Applications (Springer, SCI Indexed). Additionally, she received a copyright for her work titled “Optimized Beamformation Selection By Using Bilateral Antenna Pattern Selection (Baps) With Adaptive Beamforming In 5G System”.

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Publication Top Notes:

• Design a Bow-Tie Antenna for Multiband Applications
  • Authors: Kumari, S.; Awasthi, Y.K.; Bansal, D.
• Robust Feature Extraction and Recognition Model for Automatic Speech Recognition System on News Report Dataset
  • Authors: Mendiratta, S.; Turk, N.; Bansal, D.
  • Citations: 1
• Image Forgery Detection and Localization Using Block Based and Key-Point Based Feature Matching Forensic Investigation
  • Authors: Monika; Bansal, D.; Passi, A.
  • Citations: 1
• Proposed Multiband Fractal Monopole Antenna for WLAN and WiMax Applications
  • Authors: Kumari, S.; Awasthi, Y.K.; Bansal, D.
  • Citations: 4
• A Miniaturized Circularly Polarized Multiband Antenna for Wi-Max, C-Band & X-Band Applications
  • Authors: Kumari, S.; Awasthi, Y.K.; Bansal, D.
  • Citations: 5

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Prof Dr. Alvaro Barradas, University of Algarve, Portugal

Dr. Alvaro Barradas holds a PhD in Electronic Engineering and Computing (2009/11) and a Bachelor’s in Computer Science Management from the University of Algarve. With a teaching career spanning 2013 to 2019 at the same university, he specialized in Electrotechnical Engineering, Electronics, and Informatics. Dr. Barradas is a prolific researcher with 15 articles and a book to his credit, focusing on Substation Automation Systems, Interoperability, and Routing Algorithms. Currently affiliated with the University of Algarve’s Center for Optoelectronics, Electronics, and Telecommunications, his projects include SensWorking, blending IoT with biological monitoring, and optimizing wireless mesh and sensor networks.

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Dr. Alvaro Barradas completed his PhD in Electronic Engineering and Computing in 2009/11 from the University of Algarve, specializing in Computer Systems Architecture. He also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science Management from the University of Algarve.

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With a career spanning from 2013 to 2019, Dr. Barradas served as an Assistant Professor at the University of Algarve, Portugal, imparting knowledge in the fields of Electrotechnical Engineering, Electronics, and Informatics.

Research Focus:

Dr. Barradas has contributed significantly to the academic community with 15 articles published in specialized journals and 1 book. His research interests include Substation Automation Systems, Interoperability, Computer Networks, Optical Networks, and Routing Algorithms.

Affiliation & Projects:

Currently affiliated with the University of Algarve’s Center for Optoelectronics, Electronics, and Telecommunications, Dr. Barradas is involved in projects such as SensWorking, aiming to merge IoT with biological monitoring. He has also been part of strategic projects focusing on wireless mesh and sensor networks optimization.

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•  Publications: 24 documents indexed in Scopus.
•  Citations: A total of 148 citations for his publications, reflecting the widespread impact and recognition of Dr. Mahrokh’s research within the academic community.

Publications Top Notes :

1. DAG-Coder: Directed Acyclic Graph-Based Network Coding for Reliable Wireless Sensor Networks
   • Published in IEEE Access in 2020.
   • 6 citations.
2. Design of network coding based reliable sensor networks
   • Published in Ad Hoc Networks in 2019.
   • 8 citations.
3. A Bounded Heuristic for Collection-Based Routing in Wireless Sensor Networks
   • Published in IEEE Access in 2018.
   • 2 citations.
4. GACN: Self-Clustering Genetic Algorithm for Constrained Networks
   • Published in IEEE Communications Letters in 2017.
   • 18 citations.
5. Resource design in constrained networks for network lifetime increase
   • Published in IEEE Internet of Things Journal in 2017.
   • 10 citations.

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