Dr. Recai Yilmaz | Applications of Computer Vision | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Recai Yilmaz | Applications of Computer Vision | Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Children’s National Hospital, Washington, D.C, United States

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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Recai Yilmaz’s academic journey began with a strong foundation in medicine, earning his M.D. from Istanbul Faculty of Medicine in 2017. His passion for medical innovation led him to pursue a Ph.D. in Experimental Surgery at McGill University, focusing on neurosurgical simulation and artificial intelligence. His early education at Private Anafen Gaye High School in Istanbul, where he was a full-scholarship student, demonstrated his academic excellence from a young age.

💼 Professional Endeavors

Dr. Yilmaz has amassed extensive experience at the intersection of medicine, artificial intelligence, and computer vision. As a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Children’s National Medical Center, Washington, D.C., he applies computer vision and machine learning to intraoperative surgical video analysis, aiming to improve real-time surgical performance assessment. His tenure at MultiCIM Technologies Inc. (CareChain) further reflects his leadership in integrating AI into patient triage and clinical decision-making systems.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Yilmaz’s research is centered on AI-driven surgical assessment, medical data organization, and neurosurgical simulation. At McGill University’s Neurosurgical Simulation and Artificial Intelligence Learning Centre, he developed virtual reality surgical simulation models, advanced AI-based assessment tools, and real-time feedback mechanisms for neurosurgical expertise evaluation. His research also includes cloud-based medical data management and optical flow analysis in surgical procedures.

🌍 Impact and Influence

His pioneering work has significantly influenced AI applications in surgery and clinical decision-making. By integrating computer vision and deep learning into medical practice, he has improved the efficiency and accuracy of surgical skill evaluation, patient triage, and clinical outcome prediction. His projects have not only enhanced surgical education but also contributed to safer and more effective surgical procedures worldwide.

📚 Academic Citations and Recognitions

Dr. Yilmaz has been recognized with numerous awards and grants, including the prestigious Innovator of the Year Award (2023) by the Congress of Neurological Surgeons and research funding from the Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. His work has been published in high-impact journals and conferences, advancing the field of AI in medicine.

💻 Technical Expertise

  • Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (Medical AI applications, Neural Networks)
  • Computer Vision & Image Processing (Surgical video analysis, Optical flow)
  • Programming Languages (Python, MATLAB, C++, IBM SPSS)
  • Statistical Analysis & Data Science (AI-driven performance assessment, Data modeling)

🎓 Teaching and Mentorship

Dr. Yilmaz has actively mentored graduate students, medical researchers, and undergraduate students in AI, neurosurgical simulation, and data analysis. His mentorship spans institutions such as McGill University and Marianopolis College, where he has guided students in machine learning applications, research methodologies, and clinical AI integration.

🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions

Dr. Yilmaz’s legacy lies in his commitment to bridging AI and medicine. His contributions to surgical performance evaluation, AI-driven triage systems, and neurosurgical education continue to shape the future of AI-assisted medical practice. Moving forward, he aims to expand AI integration in real-time surgical decision-making, enhance global accessibility to AI-driven surgical training, and pioneer intelligent healthcare solutions.

 

Publications

AI in surgical curriculum design and unintended outcomes for technical competencies in simulation training

  • Authors:Ali M Fazlollahi, Recai Yilmaz, Alexander Winkler-Schwartz, Nykan Mirchi, Nicole Ledwos, Mohamad Bakhaidar, Ahmad Alsayegh, Rolando F Del Maestro
  • Journal: JAMA network open
  • Year: 2023

Utilizing artificial intelligence and electroencephalography to assess expertise on a simulated neurosurgical task

  • Authors: Sharif Natheir, Sommer Christie, Recai Yilmaz, Alexander Winkler-Schwartz, Khalid Bajunaid, Abdulrahman J Sabbagh, Penny Werthner, Jawad Fares, Hamed Azarnoush, Rolando Del Maestro
  • Journal: Computers in Biology and Medicine
  • Year: 2023

O022 real-time artificial intelligence instructor vs expert instruction in teaching of expert level tumour resection skills–a randomized controlled trial

  • Authors: R Yilmaz, M Bakhaidar, A Alsayegh, R Del Maestro
  • Journal: British Journal of Surgery
  • Year: 2023

Effect of artificial intelligence tutoring vs expert instruction on learning simulated surgical skills among medical students: a randomized clinical trial

  • Authors: Ali M Fazlollahi, Mohamad Bakhaidar, Ahmad Alsayegh, Recai Yilmaz, Alexander Winkler-Schwartz, Nykan Mirchi, Ian Langleben, Nicole Ledwos, Abdulrahman J Sabbagh, Khalid Bajunaid, Jason M Harley, Rolando F Del Maestro
  • Journal: JAMA network open
  • Year: 2022

Assessment of learning curves on a simulated neurosurgical task using metrics selected by artificial intelligence

  • Authors: Nicole Ledwos, Nykan Mirchi, Recai Yilmaz, Alexander Winkler-Schwartz, Anika Sawni, Ali M Fazlollahi, Vincent Bissonnette, Khalid Bajunaid, Abdulrahman J Sabbagh, Rolando F Del Maestro
  • Journal: Journal of neurosurgery
  • Year: 2022

Dr. Zhongyuan Liu | Computer Vision | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Zhongyuan Liu | Computer Vision | Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Beijing University of Technology, China

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YOLO-TBD: Tea Bud Detection with Triple-Branch Attention Mechanism and Self-Correction

  • Author: Z. Liu, L. Zhuo, C. Dong, J. Li
    Journal: Industrial Crops and Products
    Year: 2025

Ms. Joy Shen | Applications of Computer Vision | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Joy Shen | Applications of Computer Vision | Best Researcher Award

Joy Shen at University of Maryland at College Park, United States

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📚 Summary

Ms. Joy Shen is a Ph.D. candidate in Reliability Engineering at the University of Maryland, with expertise in probabilistic risk assessments (PRA) and reliability analysis, particularly for nuclear power systems. She currently works as a Reliability Engineer at NIST, where she develops Bayesian networks and conducts risk-based analyses to improve safety and operational efficiency in nuclear reactors.

Education

  • Ph.D. in Reliability Engineering (Expected May 2025), University of Maryland
  • MSc. in Reliability Engineering (May 2023), University of Maryland
  • B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering with Nuclear Engineering Minor (Aug 2018), University of Maryland

👩‍🏫 Work Experience

  • Reliability Engineer | NIST, Gaithersburg, MD (Feb 2024 – Present)
    Developed Bayesian network models for safety-related systems in NIST’s research reactor. Analyzed degradation and assisted with relicensing efforts for long-term operations.
  • Mechanical Engineer | NIST, Gaithersburg, MD (Aug 2019 – Aug 2023)
    Performed CFD analysis and developed CAD models for the design of a new neutron source.

🔬 Research Experience

  • Graduate Research Assistant | University of Maryland, College Park, MD
    Conducted pioneering research in external flood PRAs using Monte Carlo augmented Bayesian networks. Investigated nuclear power plant risks and contributed to the U.S. NRC’s efforts to assess system vulnerabilities during external floods.
  • Associate Researcher | NIST, Gaithersburg, MD
    Conducted neutron energy spectrum measurements, proving the viability of Cf-250 as a calibration source for radiation instrumentation.

🛠 Skills and Certifications

  • CAD: Solidworks, Autodesk Inventor
  • Programming: MATLAB, Python, IGOR
  • Accident Analysis: MCNP, RELAP5, TRACE, SNAP
  • Probabilistic Tools: SAPHIRE, GeNIE, Minitab
  • Certifications: 10 CFR 50.59 Training, Procedure Professionals Association (PPA)

🔍 Research Interests

Ms. Joy’s research interests focus on probabilistic risk assessments (PRA), Bayesian networks, nuclear reactor safety, and external flood risk assessments. She is passionate about enhancing the reliability and safety of critical infrastructure through advanced analytical models.

 

Publications

A Monte Carlo augmented Bayesian network approach for external flood PRAs

  • Authors: Shen, J., Bensi, M., Modarres, M.
  • Year: 2025

A Hybrid, Bayesian Network-Based PRA Methodology for External Flood Probabilistic Risk Assessments at Nuclear Power Plants

  • Authors: Shen, J., Frantzis, C., Marandi, S., Bensi, M., Modarres, M.
  • Year: 2023

Synthesis of Insights Regarding Current PRA Technologies for Risk-Informed Decision Making

  • Authors: Shen, J., Marandi, S., Bensi, M., Modarres, M.
  • Year: 2023

Assoc Prof Dr. Qi Jia | Object Detection and Recognition | Best Researcher Award

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Temporal refinement and multi-grained matching for moment retrieval and highlight detection

  • Authors: Zhu, C., Zhang, Y., Jia, Q., Wang, W., Liu, Y.
  • Journal: Multimedia Systems
  • Year: 2025

Bilevel progressive homography estimation via correlative region-focused transformer

  • Authors: Jia, Q., Feng, X., Zhang, W., Pu, N., Sebe, N.
  • Journal: Computer Vision and Image Understanding
  • Year: 2025

PMGNet: Disentanglement and entanglement benefit mutually for compositional zero-shot learning

  • Authors: Liu, Y., Li, J., Zhang, Y., Pu, N., Sebe, N.
  • Journal: Computer Vision and Image Understanding
  • Year: 2024

WBNet: Weakly-supervised salient object detection via scribble and pseudo-background priors

  • Authors: Wang, Y., Wang, R., He, X., Jia, Q., Fan, X.
  • Journal: Pattern Recognition
  • Year: 2024

A rotation robust shape transformer for cartoon character recognition

  • Authors: Jia, Q., Chen, X., Wang, Y., Ling, H., Latecki, L.J.
  • Journal: Visual Computer
  • Year: 2024

Prof. Larbi Guezouli | Object Detection and Recognition | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Larbi Guezouli | Object Detection and Recognition | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Higher National School of Renewable Energies, Environment, Algeria

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SES-ReNet: Lightweight deep learning model for human detection in hazy weather conditions

  • Author: Bouafia, Y., Allili, M.S., Hebbache, L., Guezouli, L.
  • Journal: Signal Processing: Image Communication
  • Year: 2025

Human Detection in Clear and Hazy Weather Based on Transfer Learning With Improved INRIA Dataset Annotation

  • Author: Bouafia, Y., Guezouli, L., Lakhlef, H.
  • Journal: International Journal of Computing and Digital Systems
  • Year: 2024

Two-step text detection framework in natural scenes based on Pseudo-Zernike moments and CNN

  • Author: Larbi, G.
  • Journal: Multimedia Tools and Applications
  • Year: 2023

Human Detection in Surveillance Videos Based on Fine-Tuned MobileNetV2 for Effective Human Classification

  • Author: Bouafia, Y., Guezouli, L., Lakhlef, H.
  • Journal: Iranian Journal of Science and Technology – Transactions of Electrical Engineering
  • Year: 2022

Reading signboards for the visually impaired using Pseudo-Zernike Moments

  • Author: Guezouli, L.
  • Journal: Advances in Engineering Software
  • Year: 2022

Mrs. Yasmine Zambou Tsopgni | Object Detection and Recognition | Best Researcher Award

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Tectonic reevaluation of West Cameroon domain: Insights from high-resolution gravity models and advanced edge detection methods

  • Authors: Yasmine, Z.T.; Ghomsi, F.E.K.; Nouayou, R.; Tenzer, R.; Eldosouky, A.M.
  • Journal: Journal of Geodynamics
  • Year: 2024

Contribution of advanced edge-detection methods of potential field data in the tectono-structural study of the southwestern part of Cameroon

  • Authors: Nzeuga, A.R.; Ghomsi, F.E.; Pham, L.T.; Fnais, M.S.; Andráš, P.
  • Journal: Frontiers in Earth Science
  • Year: 2022