Dr. Wen Zhang | Batteries deep learning | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Wen Zhang | Batteries deep learning | Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Yeungnam University | South Korea

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🎓 Educational Background

Wen Zhang (张雯) has pursued a diverse and enriching academic journey, demonstrating her passion for design and engineering. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design from Chengdu Neusoft University in China, graduating in June 2021 with a GPA of 2.73/4.0. Following this, Wen advanced her studies in Mechanical Engineering at Yeungnam University, South Korea, where she completed her Master’s degree in August 2024 with an impressive GPA of 4.05/4.5. She is now delving deeper into her field by pursuing a Doctoral degree in Mechanical Engineering at the same university, starting in September 2024.

💻 Skills and Expertise

Wen Zhang possesses a robust set of skills and expertise that align perfectly with her academic and professional pursuits.

🌐 Language Proficiency

As a native Mandarin speaker, Wen excels in communication in her mother tongue. Additionally, she has demonstrated fluency in English, underscored by her impressive TOEFL score of 92, which highlights her strong linguistic and cross-cultural communication abilities.

🛠️ Software Proficiency

Wen has mastered a wide array of software tools critical for design and engineering. Her expertise includes CAD (Computer-Aided Design) for technical and industrial design applications, Photoshop (PS) and Illustrator (AI) for advanced graphic design, CorelDRAW (CDR) for vector illustration, and After Effects (AE) for motion graphics and video editing. She is also skilled in Python programming, showcasing her versatility in computational tasks and problem-solving.

Publications Top Noted📝

Emerging two-dimensional (2D) MXene-based nanostructured materials: Synthesis strategies, properties, and applications as efficient pseudo-supercapacitors

Authors: Rui Wang, Won Young Jang, Wen Zhang, Ch Venkata Reddy, Raghava Reddy Kakarla, Changping Li, Vijai Kumar Gupta, Jaesool Shim, Tejraj M Aminabhavi

Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal

Year: 2023

Lithium-Ion Battery Life Prediction Using Deep Transfer Learning

Authors: Wen Zhang, RSB Pranav, Rui Wang, Cheonghwan Lee, Jie Zeng, Migyung Cho, Jaesool Shim

Journal: Batteries

Year: 2024

Prof Dr. Amar Hassan Khamis | Machine Learning for Computer Vision | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Amar Hassan Khamis | Machine Learning for Computer Vision | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Amar Hassan Khamis | Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences | United Arab Emirates

Dr. Amar Hassan Khamis holds a Ph.D. in Biostatistics & Genetic Epidemiology (2003) from the University of Méditerranée AIX Marseille and the University of Gazira under a sandwich program. He also earned a DEA in Biostatistics from the University of Paris XI (1994) and a certificate in Medical and Biological Studies with a focus on epidemiology and biostatistics (1991).

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🎓Academic  Qualifications 

Dr. Khamis boasts a robust academic background, having completed a PhD in Biostatistics & Genetic Epidemiology through a sandwich program between University of Méditerranée AIX Marseille, France, and University of Gazira, Sudan in 2003. His other qualifications include a DEA in Biostatistics from the University Paris XI, France, and a Certificate in Medical and Biological Studies with a focus on Epidemiology and Biostatistics. Additionally, he holds a B.Sc. in Statistics & Computer Science from the University of Khartoum, Sudan.

🏢Professional Career Highlights  

Dr. Amar Hassan Khamis is a distinguished Professor of Biostatistics, currently serving at the Hamdan Bin Mohammed College of Dental Medicine, part of the Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU) in Dubai since January 17, 2018. Renowned for his expertise, he has also contributed as an Adjunct Professor at Ajman University, teaching Biostatistics and Research Methods for postgraduate dentistry programs. Over his extensive career, Dr. Khamis has held key academic roles at esteemed institutions like the University of Dammam, KSA, University of Khartoum, Sudan, and the Ahfad University for Women, Sudan, demonstrating unwavering commitment to the field of Biostatistics and health sciences.

📚🧑‍🏫Teaching and Mentorship 

Dr. Khamis has a prolific teaching portfolio, having taught a variety of courses across undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including Mathematics, Biostatistics, Research Methodology, Clinical Trials, and Epidemiology. His professional workshops on Meta-Analysis, Advanced Biostatistics, and Respondent Driven Sampling are highly acclaimed. Moreover, he has supervised numerous higher diploma, MSc, and PhD theses, playing a pivotal role in advancing biostatistical research and application.

🌐🤝Global Collaboration and Leadership 

Dr. Khamis has played significant roles in global health initiatives, including consulting for WHO EMRO and conducting missions across the Eastern Mediterranean region. As a member of the Board of Research Committee of ALBASAR International Foundation and other international scientific associations, he has facilitated cross-border collaborations. His contributions to achieving the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) in Africa highlight his dedication to improving public health outcomes.

🛠️💻Training and Skill Development 

An expert in statistical computing, Dr. Khamis is proficient in tools like SPSS, Stata, R-language, and Comprehensive Meta-Analysis (CMA). He has attended several advanced training programs worldwide, including courses on Meta-Analysis, Health Management, and Population Surveys at renowned institutions such as Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and Oxford University.

🏅🌟Recognition and Honors 

Dr. Khamis has been acknowledged as a pioneer in biostatistics, playing a transformative role in his academic and professional engagements. He has served as an external examiner for universities across Africa and the Middle East and as a member of research ethics committees in Sudan, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.

Publications Top Noted 📝

Three-dimensional computed tomography analysis of airway volume in growing class II patients treated with Frankel II appliance

Authors: Ahmed, M.J.; Diar-Bakirly, S.; Deirs, N.; Hassan, A.; Ghoneima, A.

Journal: Head and Face Medicine

Year: 2024

Comparative Assessment of Pharyngeal Airway Dimensions in Skeletal Class I, II, and III Emirati Subjects: A Cone Beam Computed Tomography Study

Authors: AlAskar, S.; Jamal, M.; Khamis, A.H.; Ghoneima, A.

Journal: Dentistry Journal

Year: 2024

High-fidelity simulation versus case-based tutorial sessions for teaching pharmacology: Convergent mixed methods research investigating undergraduate medical students’ performance and perception

Authors: Kaddoura, R.; Faraji, H.; Otaki, F.; Khamis, A.H.; Jan, R.K.

Journal: PLoS ONE

Year: 2024

Enamel demineralization around orthodontic brackets bonded with new bioactive composite (in-vitro study)

Authors: Ali, N.A.M.; Nissan, L.M.K.; Al-Taai, N.; Khamis, A.H.

Journal: Journal of Baghdad College of Dentistry

Year: 2024

Do Hall Technique Crowns Affect Intra-arch Dimensions? A Split-mouth Quasi-experimental Non-randomized Feasibility Pilot Study

Authors: Alramzi, B.; Alhalabi, M.; Kowash, M.; Ghoneima, A.; Hussein, I.

Journal: International Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry

Year: 2024

Dr. Abdulaziz Alasiri | Mechanical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Abdulaziz Alasiri | Mechanical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University | Saudi Arabia

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🎓 Academic Background

Dr. Abdulaziz Alasiri holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Lehigh University, Pennsylvania, USA (May 2021). His dissertation, titled “Computational Study of Seawater Desalination Using Hollow Fiber Vacuum Membrane Distillation”, focused on optimizing desalination technologies through computational modeling. He earned his M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Akron, Ohio, USA (May 2017), and his B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from King Khalid University, Abha, KSA (May 2011).

🔬 Research Focus

Dr. Alasiri’s research centers on numerical modeling and analysis of membrane distillation technologies for seawater desalination, with a strong emphasis on integrating clean energy solutions. His work spans several critical areas, including:

Renewable energy applications to improve engineering efficiency.

Energy storage innovations to support sustainable systems.

Advanced desalination technologies for freshwater generation.

Nanofluid applications to enhance thermal and fluid processes.

🧪 Research Contributions

At Lehigh University (2017–2021), Dr. Alasiri led a research group investigating vacuum membrane distillation modules for seawater desalination. He developed computational models validated through experimental studies to enhance system performance. Utilizing tools such as OpenFOAM, ANSYS, and COMSOL, he performed complex CFD analyses and worked on coupling computational governing equations to optimize membrane distillation.

💰 Research Grants and Proposals

Dr. Alasiri has successfully secured funding to advance his research:

In 2023, he received a 120,000 SAR grant from Imam Muhammad Ibn Saud University (IMISU) to improve membrane technology for desalination.

From 2021 to 2023, he served as Co-Principal Investigator on projects totaling 350,000 SAR.

He has also submitted three project proposals in 2023, which are currently under review.

📚 Teaching Excellence

Dr. Alasiri is a dedicated educator, contributing to both undergraduate and graduate programs at IMISU and Lehigh University. At IMISU, he has taught courses such as Fluid Mechanics (ME 222), Numerical Methods (GE 301), and Thermodynamics I (ME 221), while at Lehigh University, he taught Strength of Materials (MECH-012). His experience as a Teaching Assistant further reflects his commitment to academic mentorship.

🛠️ Leadership and Administrative Roles

As the Chairman of the Mechanical Engineering Department at IMISU (2023–Present), Dr. Alasiri plays a pivotal role in fostering academic and research excellence. He leads several committees, including:

Scientific Research Committee

Development and Quality Committee

Industrial Advisory Council

Engineering Training Committee (2021–2023)

🌐 Industry and Conference Participation

Dr. Alasiri actively engages with the engineering community through participation in prestigious conferences, such as the ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition (IMECE) in 2018 and the ASME 2020 Heat Transfer Summer Conference. These engagements allow him to stay at the forefront of global innovations in mechanical engineering.

Publications Top Noted📚

ZnO/nZVI nanoparticle-enhanced double-slope U-shaped solar distillation: A thermodynamic investigation of cephalexin adsorption

Authors: Sangeetha, A., Shanmugan, S., Alasiri, A.

Journal: Materials Today Sustainability

Year: 2024

The Role of Heater Size and Location in Modulating Natural Convection Behavior in Cu-Water Nanofluid-Loaded Square Enclosures

Authors: Alasiri, A.

Journal: Sustainability (Switzerland)

Year: 2024

Experimental investigation of the effect of angled fins on the energy and exergy efficiencies of solar stills: A comparison between double slope and pyramid solar stills under Tunisia weather conditions

Authors: Dhaoui, S., Choubani, K., Hamdi, F., Alasiri, A., El Hadi Attia, M.

Journal: Process Safety and Environmental Protection

Year: 2024

Investigating the influence of solar distillation on improving the groundwater quality index in the southern region of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Authors: Alasiri, A., Manoj Kumar, P.

Journal: Groundwater for Sustainable Development

Year: 2024

Improvement of the performance of hemispherical distillers through passive and active techniques

Authors: Alasiri, A., Sharshir, S.W., Lotfy, L.A., Ahmadein, M., Elsheikh, A.H.

Journal: Solar Energy

Year: 2024