Abrar Alajlan | Deep Learning for Computer Vision | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Abrar Alajlan | Deep Learning for Computer Vision | Best Researcher Award

Associate professor | King Saud University | Saudi Arabia

Dr. Abrar Alajlan is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at King Saud University  Saudi Arabia, renowned for his multidisciplinary research contributions across Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning, Wireless Sensor Networks  Expert Systems, Robotics, and Cloud Computing Security. His academic and scientific work integrates computational intelligence with practical problem-solving, contributing to the advancement of smart adaptive and secure digital ecosystems. Dr. Alajlan has authored 28 peer-reviewed scientific publications and a scholarly book titled Cryptographic Methods His research outputs have achieved over 412 citations, with an h-index of 10 and i10-index of 11, reflecting his consistent impact and scholarly excellence in computer science and AI applications.Among his notable achievements, his paper ESOA-HGRU: Egret Swarm Optimization Algorithm-Based Hybrid Gated Recurrent Unit for Classification of Diabetic Retinopathy published in Artificial Intelligence Review is ranked in the Top 5% of ISI journals, showcasing his pioneering efforts in applying optimization-based deep learning for medical diagnostics. His other influential works, including A Novel-Cascaded ANFIS-Based Deep Reinforcement Learning for the Detection of Attacks in Cloud IoT-Based Smart City Applications Concurrency and Computation: Practice and Experience and Artificial Intelligence-Based Multimodal Medical Image Fusion Using Hybrid S2 Optimal CNN demonstrate his commitment to bridging AI with cybersecurity healthcare and intelligent automation.Earlier in his career Dr. Alajlan’s significant contributions to robotics and sensor-based systems notably  Trajectory Planning and Collision Avoidance Algorithm for Mobile Robotics Systems IEEE Sensors Journal and Sensor Fusion-Based Model for Collision-Free Mobile Robot Navigation earned substantial citations and remain foundational in the field of autonomous robotic navigation and path optimization.Dr. Alajlan’s extensive collaborations with leading researchers such as M. M. Almasri, K. M. Elleithy and A. Razaque have resulted in high-impact publications addressing challenges in smart cities network security and intelligent automation. His research stands out for its societal relevance, focusing on AI-driven healthcare solutions, sustainable IoT systems, and secure digital transformation. Through his scholarly excellence, mentorship, and interdisciplinary approach, Dr. Alajlan continues to advance the frontiers of intelligent computing for global scientific and technological progress.

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Featured Publications

1.Almasri, M. M., Alajlan, A. M., & Elleithy, K. M. (2016). Trajectory planning and collision avoidance algorithm for mobile robotics system. IEEE Sensors Journal, 16(12), 5021–5028. Cited By : 89

2.Almasri, M., Elleithy, K., & Alajlan, A. (2015). Sensor fusion-based model for collision-free mobile robot navigation. Sensors, 16(1), 24. Cited By : 76

3.Almasri, M. M., Elleithy, K. M., & Alajlan, A. M. (2016, May). Development of efficient obstacle avoidance and line following mobile robot with the integration of fuzzy logic system in static and dynamic environments. In 2016 IEEE Long Island Systems, Applications and Technology Conference (LISAT) (pp. 1–6). IEEE. Cited By : 30

4.Alajlan, A. M., Almasri, M. M., & Elleithy, K. M. (2015, May). Multi-sensor based collision avoidance algorithm for mobile robot. In 2015 Long Island Systems, Applications and Technology Conference (pp. 1–6). IEEE. Cited By : 30

5.Almasri, M. M., & Alajlan, A. M. (2022). Artificial intelligence-based multimodal medical image fusion using hybrid S2 optimal CNN. Electronics, 11(14), 2124. Cited By : 25

Dr. Abrar M. Alajlan’s pioneering research in Artificial Intelligence and secure computational systems bridges scientific innovation with real-world applications, advancing intelligent healthcare, smart city resilience, and cyber-secure digital infrastructures. His vision centers on harnessing AI to create adaptive, safe, and sustainable technologies that empower global innovation and societal well-being.

Simy Baby | Applications of Computer Vision | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. Simy Baby | Applications of Computer Vision | Best Researcher Award

Researcher | National Institute of Technology | India

Mrs. Simy Baby is a pioneering researcher at the National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli, with extensive expertise in machine learning, semantic communication, computer vision, and mmWave radar signal processing. Her research bridges the gap between radar sensing and intelligent communication frameworks, focusing on efficient feature extraction, complex-valued encoding, and task-oriented inference.Her seminal work, “Complex Chromatic Imaging for Enhanced Radar Face Recognition” (Computers and Electrical Engineering,  introduced a novel representation that preserves amplitude and phase information of mmWave radar signals, achieving an exceptional recognition accuracy. Another significant contribution, “Complex-Valued Linear Discriminant Analysis on mmWave Radar Face Signatures for Task-Oriented Semantic Communication” (IEEE Transactions on Cognitive Communications and Networking ), proposed a CLDA-based encoding framework enhancing feature interpretability and robustness under channel variations. Current investigations include Data Fusion Discriminant Analysis (DFDA) for multi-view activity recognition and Semantic Gaussian Process Regression (GPR) for vehicular pose estimation, highlighting her commitment to multitask semantic communication systems.Dr. Baby has 21 publications with 20 citations and an h-index of 3.  demonstrating a rapidly growing impact in her field. She is an active member of the Indian Society for Technical Education (ISTE) and contributes to the scientific community through innovative research that combines theory and practical applications. Her work on radar-based recognition, semantic feature transmission, and multi-task inference frameworks holds significant potential for intelligent transportation systems, human activity recognition, and bandwidth-efficient communication technologies.Through her research, Dr. Baby has established herself as a leading figure in advancing radar imaging and semantic communication, providing scalable solutions that merge high-performance computing with real-world societal applications. Her vision continues to shape the future of intelligent sensing and communication systems globally.

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Featured Publications

1. Ansal, K. A., Rajan, C. S., Ragamalika, C. S., & Baby, S. M. (2022). A CPW fed monopole antenna for UWB/Ku band applications. Materials Today: Proceedings, 51, 585–590. Cited By : 5

2. Ansal, K. A., Ragamalika, C. S., Rajan, C. S., & Baby, S. M. (2022). A novel ACS fed antenna with comb shaped radiating strip for triple band applications. Materials Today: Proceedings, 51, 332–338. Cited By : 4

3. Ansal, K. A., Kumar, A. S., & Baby, S. M. (2021). Comparative analysis of CPW fed antenna with different substrate material with varying thickness. Materials Today: Proceedings, 37, 257–264. Cited By : 4

4. Baby, S. M., & Gopi, E. S. (2025). Complex chromatic imaging for enhanced radar face recognition. Computers and Electrical Engineering, 123, 110198. Cited By : 3

5.Ansal, K. A., Shanmuganatham, T., Baby, S. M., & Joy, A. (2015). Slot coupled microstrip antenna for C and X band application. International Journal of Advanced Research Trends in Engineering and Technology.Cited By : 3

Dr. Simy M. Baby’s research advances the integration of semantic communication and computer vision, enabling high-accuracy radar-based recognition and task-oriented inference. Her work has significant implications for intelligent transportation, human activity monitoring, and bandwidth-efficient communication, driving innovation in both science and industry globally.

Felix Lankester | Face Recognition and Analysis | Research Impact Award

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Prof. Dr. Felix Lankester | Face Recognition and Analysis | Research Impact Award

Professor | Washington State University | United Kingdom

Dr Felix Lankester is an accomplished veterinary scientist with extensive experience in global health, wildlife conservation, and zoonotic disease research. He earned his PhD from the University of Glasgow, where his research focused on the impact and control of malignant catarrhal fever in Tanzania. He also holds an MSc in Wild Animal Health from the University of London and a Bachelor of Veterinary Science from the University of Liverpool. Dr Lankester serves as a Clinical Associate Professor at the Paul G. Allen School for Global Health, Washington State University, and previously worked as Director of Tanzanian Programs at the Lincoln Park Zoological Society and Country Director for the Pandrillus Foundation in Cameroon. His professional journey also includes roles as Project Director and Head Veterinarian at the Limbe Wildlife Centre, wildlife consultant in Kenya, and veterinary surgeon in the UK and Borneo. His research interests focus on zoonotic disease transmission, particularly rabies and other infectious diseases affecting marginalized communities in East Africa, as well as emerging pathogens with pandemic potential through his leadership in the DEEP VZN project. Dr Lankester has received recognition for his contributions to One Health, disease control, and wildlife health education. His research skills encompass field epidemiology, infectious disease modeling, surveillance design, and interdisciplinary collaboration across human and animal health systems. He continues to mentor young researchers and contribute to the scientific community through publications and international teaching engagements. His work has achieved 2,497 citations by 72 documents and an h-index of 25.

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Featured Publications

1.Kibona, T., Buza, J., Shirima, G., Lankester, F., Ngongolo, K., Hughes, E., Cleaveland, S., & Allan, K. J. (2022). The prevalence and determinants of Taenia multiceps infection (cerebral coenurosis) in small ruminants in Africa: A systematic review. Parasitologia.

2.Lankester, F., Kibona, T. J., Allan, K. J., de Glanville, W., Buza, J. J., Katzer, F., Halliday, J. E., Mmbaga, B. T., Wheelhouse, N., Innes, E. A., et al. (2024). Livestock abortion surveillance in Tanzania reveals disease priorities and importance of timely collection of vaginal swab samples for attribution. eLife.

3.Lankester, F., Lugelo, A., Changalucha, J., Anderson, D., Duamor, C. T., Czupryna, A., Lushasi, K., Ferguson, E., Swai, E. S., Nonga, H., et al. (2024). A randomized controlled trial of the effectiveness of a community-based rabies vaccination strategy. Preprint.

4.Kibona, T., Buza, J., Shirima, G., Lankester, F., Nzalawahe, J., Lukambagire, A.-H., Kreppel, K., Hughes, E., Allan, K. J., & Cleaveland, S. (2022). Taenia multiceps in northern Tanzania: An important but preventable disease problem in pastoral and agropastoral farming systems. Parasitologia.

5.Lugelo, A., Hampson, K., Ferguson, E. A., Czupryna, A., Bigambo, M., Duamor, C. T., Kazwala, R., Johnson, P. C. D., & Lankester, F. (2022). Development of dog vaccination strategies to maintain herd immunity against rabies. Viruses.

Vasuki | Deep Learning for Computer Vision | Women Researcher Award

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Dr. R. Vasuki | Deep Learning for Computer Vision | Women Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | Mannar Thirumalai Naicker College | India

Dr. R. Vasuki is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Artificial Intelligence at Mannar Thirumalai Naicker College, Madurai. She holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Karpagam Academy of Education, along with M.Phil, MCA, and BCA degrees from Bharathidasan University and Cauvery College for Women. She has over fourteen years of academic experience and previously served as an Assistant Professor at Annai Fathima College and as a Website Developer at LM Technologies, Chennai. Her research interests include biometrics, cryptography, database management systems, web development, and artificial intelligence. She has published several papers in reputed international journals and conferences such as IEEE, Springer, and Scopus-indexed publications, with notable work in biometric template protection, image encryption, and machine learning applications. Dr. Vasuki has organized and participated in numerous faculty development programs, workshops, and seminars, and has contributed as a reviewer for reputed journals. She received the first prize for a paper presentation from the Madurai Productivity Council and has authored a book titled Internet of Things along with a book chapter on conversational AI applications. Her research skills include data analysis, model optimization, and AI-driven system development, supported by certifications in deep learning, cybersecurity, and cloud computing. She actively mentors students in technical skill development and promotes innovation in higher education. Her research has received 1 citation by 3 documents with an h-index of 1.

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Featured Publications

1. Vasuki, R. (2024). Iris biometric template identification and recognition scheme using a novel parallel fused encoder.

 

Dr. Lawrence Baizer | Large-Scale Vision | Best Researcher Award

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 Dr. Lawrence Baizer | Large-Scale Vision | Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at National Institutes of Health, United States

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Therapeutic trials for long COVID-19: a call to action from the interventions taskforce of the RECOVER initiative

  • Authors: Hector Bonilla, Michael J Peluso, Kathleen Rodgers, Judith A Aberg, Thomas F Patterson, Robert Tamburro, Lawrence Baizer, Jason D Goldman, Nadine Rouphael, Amelia Deitchman, Jeffrey Fine, Paul Fontelo, Arthur Y Kim, Gwendolyn Shaw, Jeran Stratford, Patricia Ceger, Maged M Costantine, Liza Fisher, Lisa O’Brien, Christine Maughan, John G Quigley, Vilma Gabbay, Sindhu Mohandas, David Williams, Grace A McComsey
  • Journal: Frontiers in immunology
  • Year: 2023

Gaps and opportunities in the treatment of relapsed-refractory multiple myeloma: Consensus recommendations of the NCI Multiple Myeloma Steering Committee

  • Authors: Shaji Kumar, Lawrence Baizer, Natalie S Callander, Sergio A Giralt, Jens Hillengass, Boris Freidlin, Antje Hoering, Paul G Richardson, Elena I Schwartz, Anthony Reiman, Suzanne Lentzsch, Philip L McCarthy, Sundar Jagannath, Andrew J Yee, Richard F Little, Noopur S Raje
  • Journal: Blood cancer journal
  • Year: 2022

Updated standardized definitions for efficacy end points (STEEP) in adjuvant breast cancer clinical trials: STEEP version 2.0

  • Authors: Sara M Tolaney, Elizabeth Garrett-Mayer, Julia White, Victoria S Blinder, Jared C Foster, Laleh Amiri-Kordestani, E Shelley Hwang, Judith M Bliss, Eileen Rakovitch, Jane Perlmutter, Patricia A Spears, Elizabeth Frank, Nadine M Tung, Anthony D Elias, David Cameron, Neelima Denduluri, Ana F Best, Angelo DiLeo, Lawrence Baizer, Lynn Pearson Butler, Elena Schwartz, Eric P Winer, Larissa A Korde
  • Journal: Journal of clinical oncology
  • Year: 2021

Hodgkin lymphoma: current status and clinical trial recommendations

  • Authors: Catherine S Diefenbach, Joseph M Connors, Jonathan W Friedberg, John P Leonard, Brad S Kahl, Richard F Little, Lawrence Baizer, Andrew M Evens, Richard T Hoppe, Kara M Kelly, Daniel O Persky, Anas Younes, Lale Kostakaglu, Nancy L Bartlett
  • Journal: JNCI: Journal of the National Cancer Institute
  • Year: 2017

Beyond RCHOP: a blueprint for diffuse large B cell lymphoma research

  • Authors: Grzegorz S Nowakowski, Kristie A Blum, Brad S Kahl, Jonathan W Friedberg, Lawrence Baizer, Richard F Little, David G Maloney, Laurie H Sehn, Michael E Williams, Wyndham H Wilson, John P Leonard, Sonali M Smith
  • Journal: JNCI: Journal of the National Cancer Institute
  • Year: 2016