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Ā Early Academic Pursuits
Mr. Benjamin Kwakye Danso began his academic journey in Ghana, earning aĀ DBE in Science and MathematicsĀ from the University of Cape Coast in 2011. He continued to build a strong foundation in mathematics with aĀ B.Ed. in MathematicsĀ from Valley View University. His academic excellence led to recognition on the Vice Chancellorās List of Excellent Students. Driven by a passion for analytical sciences, he pursued aĀ Masterās degree in MathematicsĀ at Hohai University, China, and is currently aĀ Ph.D. candidate in StatisticsĀ at the University of Science and Technology of China, focusing on cutting-edge statistical methods and optimization techniques.
Ā Professional Endeavors
Mr. Kwakye Danso has a rich background in teaching and project leadership. He served as a mathematics and integrated science teacher in Ghanaās education system, holding leadership roles such as Secretary of the PTA and Head of the Examination Committee. His international exposure expanded in China, where he leads theĀ Project Management TeamĀ at Grace Outreach Global Foundation. He has also supported various academic and cultural initiatives, including student registration and the Sino-Cultural Festival organization.
Ā Contributions and Research Focus
Mr. Kwakye Danso's research is deeply rooted inĀ optimization, metaheuristic algorithms, feature selection, andĀ mathematical statistics. His 2024 publication inĀ Expert Systems with ApplicationsĀ introduces aĀ particle-guided metaheuristic algorithmĀ for complex global optimization problems. His interdisciplinary work spans radar systems, agricultural technologies, and data science, contributing to IEEE conferences and journals likeĀ Signal Processing,Ā Science Journal of Chemistry, andĀ Pharmacognosy Journal. His academic rigor is complemented by practical insights in data analysis and high-dimensional feature modeling.
Ā Accolades and Recognition
His academic achievements have been recognized withĀ Chinese University ScholarshipsĀ from both Hohai University and the University of Science and Technology of China. Additionally, his placement on the Vice Chancellorās List reflects his sustained excellence. He has also been selected for prestigious international conferences, such as ASPAI 2022 and IEEE ICSIP 2020.
Ā Impact and Influence
Benjamin's work bridgesĀ applied mathematics and real-world challenges, particularly in optimization and data modeling for signal processing and agricultural innovation. His research has contributed to solving high-dimensional problems in radar communication and food science, while also influencing educational standards in Ghana. His leadership in academic communities and volunteering initiatives exemplifies a commitment to societal advancement through science.
Ā Legacy and Future Contributions
Mr. Kwakye Dansoās scholarly path showcases an inspiring trajectory of growth from local educator to international researcher. With ongoing Ph.D. research and active membership in global academic networks such as theĀ Institute of Mathematical StatisticsĀ andĀ OAAD, he is poised to make substantial contributions toĀ AI-driven optimization, statistical modeling, andĀ STEM education in Africa. His future work promises to enrich both academic theory and practical applications.
Publications
Ā Particle guided metaheuristic algorithm for global optimization and feature selection problems
Authors:Ā B.D. Kwakye (Benjamin Danso Kwakye), Y. Li (Yongjun Li), H.H. Mohamed (Halima Habuba Mohamed), E. Baidoo (Evans Baidoo), T.Q. Asenso (Theophilus Quachie Asenso)
Journal:Ā Expert Systems with Applications
Year:Ā 2024