Mr. Harsh Narendra Vazirani | Remote Sensing | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Harsh Narendra Vazirani | Remote Sensing | Best Researcher Award

Harsh Narendra Vazirani at University of Sydney, Australia

👨‍🎓 Profiles

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Publications

Highly Efficient JR Optimization Technique for Solving Prediction Problem of Soil Organic Carbon on Large Scale

  • Authors: Harsh Vazirani, Xiaofeng Wu, Anurag Srivastava, Debajyoti Dhar, Divyansh Pathak
  • Journal: Sensors
  • Year: 2024

New Model for Optimized Searching for Image Retrieval in Digital Libraries

  • Authors: PK Tripathy, Harsh Vazirani
  • Year: 2016

An Improvement Study Report of Face Detection Techniques using Adaboost and SVM

  • Authors: Rajeev Kumar Singh, Anubhav Sharma, Alka Gulati, Harsh Vazirani
  • Journal: International Journal of Computer Science and Information Security
  • Year: 2011

Offline handwriting recognition using genetic algorithm

  • Authors: Rahul Kala, Harsh Vazirani, Anupam Shukla, Ritu Tiwari
  • Journal: arXiv preprint arXiv:1004.3257
  • Year: 2010

Evolutionary Radial Basis Function Network for Classificatory Problems.

  • Authors: Rahul Kala, Harsh Vazirani, Nishant Khanwalkar, Mahua Bhattacharya
  • Journal: Int. J. Comput. Sci. Appl.
  • Year: 2010

Assist Prof Dr. Oktay Aksu | Remote Sensing | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr. Oktay Aksu | Remote Sensing | Best Researcher Award

Oktay Aksu at Istanbul Okan University, Turkey

Profiles

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Academic Background

Assist Prof Dr. Oktay Aksu is a seasoned expert in Geodesy, Photogrammetry, and Remote Sensing, with extensive experience in both academia and industry. His career spans over four decades, including significant roles in international projects and academic institutions.

Education

Assist Prof Dr. Oktay Aksu holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mapping from MSB Harita Genel Komutanlığı Harita Yüksekokulu (1983), an MSc in Geodesy & Photogrammetry from Istanbul Technical University (1998), and a PhD in Geodesy & Photogrammetry from Istanbul Technical University (2002). His theses focused on aerial triangulation methods and spatial changes due to liquefaction and fault movements.

💼 Professional Experience

Assist Prof Dr. Aksu has served as an Assistant Professor at Okan University since 2014, following a role as a Lecturer there. His professional background includes roles as an Advisor and Project Manager for Pasco Corporation in Indonesia and Saudi Arabia, respectively. Additionally, he has held positions as a Lecturer at MSB Harita Yüksekokulu and as an Engineer Officer at the General Command of Mapping.

🔬 Research Interests

Assist Prof Dr. Aksu’s research interests include Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing, and Geographic Information Systems. His work emphasizes innovations in aerial triangulation and spatial analysis methods, and he has a significant track record in managing and contributing to large-scale mapping projects both domestically and internationally.

Publications

SHAP-Driven Explainable Artificial Intelligence Framework for Wildfire Susceptibility Mapping Using MODIS Active Fire Pixels: An In-Depth Interpretation of Contributing Factors in Izmir, Türkiye
  • Authors: Muzaffer Can Iban, Oktay Aksu
  • Journal: Remote Sensing
  • Year: 2024
İstanbul’da Kentsel Dönüşüm Proje Alanları İçin Rezerv Alan Tespiti
  • Authors: Ayşe Buse Ciliz, Oktay Aksu
  • Journal: Türkiye Arazi Yönetimi Dergisi
  • Year: 2023
Valuation Mapping of Rural Areas in Central Turkey: A Model Proposal Case Study
  • Authors: Oktay Aksu, Agne Karlikanovaite Balikci, Mustafa Kurt
  • Journal: Preprint
  • Year: 2023
A Model for Big Spatial Rural Data Infrastructure in Turkey: Sensor-Driven and Integrative Approach
  • Authors: Muzaffer Can Iban, Oktay Aksu
  • Journal: Land Use Policy
  • Year: 2020
Considerations on the Land Management System Approach in Turkey by the Experiences of a Case Study
  • Authors: Oktay Aksu, Muzaffer Can Iban
  • Journal: Survey Review
  • Year: 2019

Mr. Shuai Li | Remote Sensing | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Shuai Li, Remote Sensing, Best Researcher Award

Shuai Li at Chinese Academy of Forestry, China

Professional Profile

🌟 Summary:

Mr. Shuai Li is a Senior Engineer at the Experimental Center of Desert Forestry, Chinese Academy of Forestry, where he specializes in monitoring desert ecosystem dynamics, biodiversity change, and ecosystem health assessment. He is currently pursuing a PhD at the Chinese Academy of Forestry.

🎓 Education:

PhD in progress, Chinese Academy of Forestry

💼 Professional Experience:

Senior Engineer, Experimental Center of Desert Forestry, Chinese Academy of Forestry

🔬 Research Interests:

  • Desert Ecosystems
  • Biodiversity
  • Landscape Ecology

Professional Memberships:

Member of the Special Committee for Shrubs Afforestation in Arid Areas, Chinese Society of Sand Industry and Desertification Control

📖 Publications Top Noted:

Paper Title: Mapping Dryland Ecosystems Using Google Earth Engine and Random Forest: A Case Study of an Ecologically Critical Area in Northern China
  • Authors: Shuai Li, Pu Guo, Fei Sun, Jinlei Zhu, Xiaoming Cao, Xue Dong, Qi Lu
  • Journal: Land
  • Year: 2024
Paper Title: Variation in soil bacterial community characteristics inside and outside the West Ordos National Nature Reserve, northern China
  • Authors: Pu Guo, Shuai Li, Jinlei Zhu, Qi Lu
  • Journal: Frontiers in Microbiology
  • Year: 2024
Paper Title: Productivity and Species Diversity of Plant Communities Are Higher inside than outside the West Ordos National Nature Reserve, Northern China
  • Authors: Pu Guo, Qi Lu, Shuai Li
  • Journal: Plants
  • Year: 2024
Paper Title: Sr-Nd isotopic compositions of aeolian sand in the northern Ulan Buh Desert and Yamalik Desert: Implications for provenance and transport processes
  • Authors: Weiyuan Kong, Shangzhe Zhou, Guipeng Cui, Pan Gao, Shuai Li, Qi Lu
  • Journal: CATENA
  • Year: 2024
Paper Title: Tracing provenance of eolian sands in the northern Ulan Buh Desert, China: Evidence from the REE geochemical characteristics
  • Authors: Weiyuan Kong, Shangzhe Zhou, Guipeng Cui, Pan Gao, Shuai Li, Qi Lu
  • Journal: Heliyon
  • Year: 2024

Ms. Sofiia Drozd | Remote Sensing | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Sofiia Drozd, Remote Sensing, Best Researcher Award

Sofiia Drozd at National Technical University of Ukraine, Ukraine

Professional Profile

🌟 Summary:

Sofiia Drozd is a dedicated Master’s student at NTUU KPI, specializing in Mathematical Modeling and Data Analysis, and a researcher at the Space Research Institute NASU-SSAU. Her expertise spans machine learning, remote sensing, and satellite data processing, with significant contributions to global projects supported by organizations like the World Bank and Horizon Europe. Sofiia’s research focuses on developing algorithms for environmental monitoring, land use analysis, and renewable energy assessment. She actively contributes to Ukraine’s energy sector recovery and agricultural damage assessment efforts, aiming to restore stability and sustainability in both domains.

🎓 Education:

Master’s student in Mathematical Modeling and Data Analysis, NTUU KPI

💼 Professional Experience:

Researcher, Space Research Institute NASU-SSAU

🔬 Research Areas:

  • AI and machine learning
  • Remote sensing
  • Satellite data processing
  • GIS

📖 Publications Top Noted:

Paper Title: Solar energy potential mapping in Ukraine through integration of GIS, remote sensing, and fuzzy logic
  • Authors: Sofiia Drozd, Nataliia Kussul
  • Journal: European Journal of Remote Sensing
  • Year: 2024
Paper Title: Evaluating the Impact of Armed Conflict on Agricultural Sector in Ukraine through Remote Sensing and Machine Learning
  • Authors: Sofiia Drozd, Nataliia Kussul, Hanna Yailymova
  • Year: 2024
Paper Title: War damage detection based on satellite data
  • Authors: Andrii Shelestov, Sophia Drozd, Polina Mikava, Illia Barabash, Hanna Yailymova
  • Year: 2023
  • Citations: 5
Paper Title: Assessing damage to agricultural fields from military actions in Ukraine: An integrated approach using statistical indicators and machine learning
  • Authors: Nataliia Kussul, Sofiia Drozd, Hanna Yailymova, Andrii Shelestov, Guido Lemoine, Klaus Deininger
  • Journal: International Journal of Applied Earth Observation and Geoinformation
  • Year: 2023
  • Citations: 3
Paper Title: Generative adversarial network augmentation for solving the training data imbalance problem in crop classification
  • Authors: Leonid Shumilo, Anton Okhrimenko, Nataliia Kussul, Sofiia Drozd, Oleh Shkalikov
  • Year: 2023
  • Citations: 3

Suman-Chatterjee-Remote Sensing-Best Researcher Award 

Assist Prof Dr. Suman-Chatterjee-Remote Sensing-Best Researcher Award 

Adamas University-India 

Author Profile

Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Suman Chatterjee embarked on his academic journey with a strong foundation in environmental sciences, which laid the groundwork for his future endeavors. His pursuit of knowledge led him to achieve a PhD, complemented by a Bachelor's in Education (B.Ed) and a Postgraduate Diploma in Remote Sensing and GIS. These academic achievements equipped him with the interdisciplinary skills necessary to delve into the complex intersections of environmental management, public health, and geospatial technologies.

Professional Endeavors

With a robust educational background, Dr. Chatterjee transitioned seamlessly into the realm of academia. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Adamas University, Barasat, he imparts knowledge and expertise in the School of Basic and Applied Sciences. His teaching experience of over two and a half years reflects his dedication to nurturing the next generation of environmental stewards and GIS professionals. Dr. Chatterjee's pedagogical approach emphasizes the integration of theory with practical applications, fostering a holistic understanding among his students.

Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Chatterjee's research endeavors are characterized by a relentless pursuit of innovative solutions to pressing environmental and public health challenges. His specialization in sustainable environmental management and public health management, coupled with geospatial technologies, underscores his interdisciplinary approach. Through meticulous site assessments and suitability analyses, Dr. Chatterjee explores the feasibility of phytoremediation strategies in addressing environmental degradation in industrial regions like Asansol-Pandabeswar and Barjora-Durgapur. His research also delves into the urban-rural disparities in healthcare access and exposure to health risk factors, shedding light on critical issues affecting vulnerable populations.

Accolades and Recognition

Dr. Chatterjee's contributions to the field have been acknowledged through various fellowships, awards, and grants. His distinction as a Junior and Senior Research Fellow by the University Grants Commission (UGC) attests to his academic prowess and research acumen. Furthermore, his receipt of the Best Paper Award from both the Indian Society of Remote Sensing (ISRS) and Adamas University underscores the significance of his scholarly contributions. Dr. Chatterjee's receipt of grants, such as the Travel Grant for the Healthy Cities 2019 conference, reflects external validation of the importance and impact of his research endeavors.

Impact and Influence

Dr. Chatterjee's research publications have made significant contributions to the scientific community, as evidenced by their inclusion in prestigious journals and their indexing in reputable databases like Scopus and SCI. His work on phytoremediation strategies, urban-rural health disparities, and integrated air quality modeling has not only expanded the body of knowledge in his field but also informed policy and decision-making processes. By bridging the gap between academia and real-world application, Dr. Chatterjee's research has the potential to drive positive change in environmental management and public health practices.

Legacy and Future Contributions

As Dr. Chatterjee continues to advance his research agenda, his legacy lies in the tangible impact of his work on environmental sustainability and public health outcomes. Through mentorship and collaboration, he seeks to inspire future generations of researchers and practitioners to address multifaceted challenges with creativity and rigor. Looking ahead, Dr. Chatterjee envisions further interdisciplinary collaborations, innovative research initiatives, and policy advocacy efforts aimed at fostering a more resilient and equitable society. His unwavering commitment to excellence and social responsibility positions him as a leading figure in the pursuit of sustainable development and environmental stewardship.

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