Bashir Olaniy Sadiq | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Bashir Olaniy Sadiq | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Kampala International University | Uganda

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Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Bashir Olaniyi Sadiq embarked on his academic journey with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from Ahmadu Bello University Zaria in 2011. He continued his academic pursuits with a Master's degree in Computer Engineering from the same institution, focusing on the development of an Improved Edge Detection Algorithm for Noisy Colored Images using Particle Swarm Optimization. Dr. Sadiq pursued his Ph.D. in Computer Engineering at Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, where his research centered on the Development of a Routing Protocol and Link Connectivity Algorithm for Light Fidelity-Based Indoor Flying Adhoc Network.

Professional Endeavors

Dr. Sadiq's professional journey showcases a progression through various academic and administrative roles. He began as an Assistant Lecturer at Ahmadu Bello University Zaria in 2013, gradually ascending to higher positions. Over the years, he served as Lecturer II, Lecturer I, and Senior Lecturer at the same institution, where he engaged in research, teaching, and administrative duties within the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. Subsequently, he assumed the role of Senior Lecturer at Kampala International University, Uganda, where he also serves as the Director of ICT.

Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Sadiq's research focus spans Computer Communications, Image Processing, Adhoc Networks, and Computer Engineering Applications. He has made significant contributions to the development of an improved communication link for FANETs using Light Fidelity and various image processing algorithms. His research endeavors have led to the development of innovative solutions in Smart Agriculture, IoT, and Applied Machine Learning.

Accolades and Recognition

Dr. Sadiq's dedication to excellence has been recognized through several prestigious awards and scholarships, including the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND) IBR grant, the Best Huawei ICT Instructor Award, and the Petroleum Development Trust Fund (PTDF) Ph.D. scholarship. These accolades underscore his commitment to advancing both research and teaching in the field of Computer Engineering.

Impact and Influence

Dr. Sadiq's influence extends beyond his research contributions to his mentorship and leadership qualities. He has mentored numerous undergraduate and postgraduate students, fostering their research skills and academic growth. As an academic leader, he has overseen ICT directorates, supervised research projects, and implemented innovative teaching methodologies.

Legacy and Future Contributions

Dr. Sadiq's legacy is characterized by his dedication to academic excellence, research innovation, and mentorship. His future contributions are poised to further advance the fields of Computer Engineering and Information and Communication Technology (ICT). Through his ongoing research endeavors, mentorship initiatives, and administrative roles, he continues to inspire the next generation of scholars and researchers in the domain of Computer Engineering.

 

Notable Publications

High-tech herding: Exploring the use of IoT and UAV networks for improved health surveillance in dairy farm system 2024

Performance Analysis of Various Image Feature Extractor Filters for Pothole Anomaly Classification 2024

Review of Error Correction in 2D Shingled Magnetic Detection 2023

Energy-aware message distribution algorithm for enhance FANET pipeline surveillance reliability 2023 

SIFT-CNN Pipeline in Livestock Management: A Drone Image Stitching Algorithm 2023 (2)

 

 

 

 

Satheesh Kumar M | Computer Science | Best Research Award

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Mr. Satheesh Kumar M | Computer Science | Best Research Award

K.L.N. College of Engineering | India

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Early Academic Pursuits

Mr. Satheesh Kumar's academic journey began at St. Mary's Higher Secondary School in Dindigul, where he completed his S.S.L.C in 1999. He then attended NSVV Boys Higher Secondary School, also in Dindigul, where he completed his H.S.C in 2001. Mr. Kumar pursued a B.E. in Computer Science and Engineering from PSNA College of Engineering and Technology, graduating with first-class honors in 2005. He continued his education with an M.E. in Computer Science and Engineering from the University College of Engineering, Trichirapalli, Anna University, Chennai, also graduating with first-class honors in 2012. Currently, he is pursuing a part-time Ph.D. in Information and Communication Engineering at Anna University, having submitted his synopsis in April 2024.

Professional Endeavors

With over 18 years and 4 months of academic experience, Mr. Satheesh Kumar has been serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Information Technology at K.L.N. College of Engineering, Madurai, since September 2005. He also mentors at Infinity Uniquers Consulting Services (KLNCE - TBI) and is a Certified Data Scientist by NIELIT, Chennai, Government of India. His career objective is to achieve great heights through continuous learning, maintaining dynamism, vision, and competitiveness in the challenging global scenario.

Contributions and Research Focus

Mr. Satheesh Kumar has significantly contributed to the academic and professional fields through his roles and research. As the Department NBA Coordinator, he has played a crucial role in the accreditation processes in 2012, 2016, and 2023. He has also served as the NAAC Criteria 1 Coordinator and has been instrumental in establishing the industry-collaborated Honeywell Sentience Lab on campus. His consultancy work includes collaborations with Honeywell Technologies Solutions and Sundaram Medical Devices. Mr. Kumar mentors startup initiatives such as Infinity Uniquers Consulting Services and has received project funds from MSME and IISc Bangalore. His academic contributions include coordinating the Department Board of Studies (BoS) process, managing various department laboratories, and mentoring student projects that have received state-level recognition and awards.

Accolades and Recognition

Mr. Satheesh Kumar's excellence in teaching and research has been recognized through numerous awards and honors. He received the Young Achiever Award from the Institute for Exploring Advances in Engineering (IEAE) in June 2018. He has organized national events such as hackathons, project contests, and seminars and has secured funds for Faculty Development Training Programs (FDTP) from Anna University, Chennai. His efforts in mentoring students and coordinating academic and research activities have been acknowledged through various awards and recognitions at institutional and state levels.

Impact and Influence

Mr. Satheesh Kumar has had a substantial impact on both academia and industry. He has mentored numerous students, guiding them in their academic and research pursuits. His industry collaborations have led to practical applications and solutions, including projects like "Hello Friend" and "Micro Zoom Zone," which have received significant awards and recognition. His active involvement in accreditation, quality assurance, and innovation promotion has contributed to the academic quality and standards of his institution.

Legacy and Future Contributions

Mr. Satheesh Kumar's legacy is marked by his dedication to academic excellence, research innovation, and industry collaboration. His future contributions are expected to continue in the same vein, focusing on enhancing educational practices, fostering research and development, and mentoring the next generation of engineers and researchers. His ongoing Ph.D. pursuit and continuous engagement in academic and professional activities reflect his commitment to lifelong learning and contribution to the field of Information Technology.

 

Notable Publications

A public static agreement key based cryptography for secure data transmission in WSN based smart environment application 2024

Modelling Air Pollution and Traffic Congestion Problem Through Mobile Application 2023

I2RED: Integrated IRED based congestion control for data transmission in sensor cloud networks 2015

 

 

Nam-Phuong Tran | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Nam-Phuong Tran | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

Chung-Ang University | South Korea

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Early Academic Pursuits

Mr. Nam-Phuong Tran began his academic journey at Hanoi University of Science and Technology, Vietnam, where he pursued a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science, completing it from August 2015 to June 2020. His thesis, "Spatio-Temporal Dynamics of the Labor Market," showcased his early dedication to research. Subsequently, he pursued an MSc of Science in Computer Science at Chung-Ang University, Seoul, Korea, focusing on QoE Management for Video Streaming Systems over IRS-aided RSMA Networks under the guidance of Professor Sungrae Cho.

Professional Endeavors

Tran has diversified professional experience, ranging from software engineering to research roles. He worked as a Software Engineer at Viettel Digital Service and as a Graduate Research Assistant at the Ultra-Intelligent Computing/Communication Lab, Chung-Ang University. Additionally, he has served as a Software Developer, Data Scientist Intern, and Undergraduate Research Assistant, gaining exposure to various facets of computer science and engineering.

Contributions and Research Focus

Tran's research primarily revolves around improving Quality of Experience (QoE) in communication networks, focusing on topics such as wireless resource allocation, bitrate adaptation, and low-latency protocols. His expertise spans intelligent reflecting surfaces, rate-splitting multiple access, IoT, deep learning, reinforcement learning, federated learning, and multimedia over wireless networks. He has also delved into big data analytics, including data crawling, mining, visualization, and predictive analytics.

Accolades and Recognition

Tran's dedication to academia has been acknowledged through numerous awards and scholarships, including the Chung-Ang University Young Scientist Scholarship, Brain Korea 21 Graduate School Research Scholarship, Daewoong AI Big Data Scholarship, and the Shinhan Bank Scholarship. He has also received recognition for his programming skills and outstanding thesis presentation.

Impact and Influence

Tran's research contributions, particularly in the realm of improving QoE in communication systems, have the potential to influence the development of more efficient and user-centric network protocols. His work in wireless resource allocation, bitrate adaptation, and low-latency protocols could lead to significant advancements in multimedia streaming, IoT, and metaverse applications, shaping the future of communication technologies.

Legacy and Future Contributions

Tran's legacy may lie in his interdisciplinary approach to addressing challenges in communication networks and big data analytics. His research outputs and professional endeavors are poised to contribute to advancements in wireless communication, machine learning applications, and data-driven decision-making. With his demonstrated commitment to excellence and innovation, he is likely to continue making notable contributions to the field of computer science and engineering, both in academia and industry.

Notable Publications

Joint wireless resource allocation and bitrate adaptation for QoE improvement in IRS-aided RSMA-enabled IoMT streaming systems 2024

Privacy-Preserving Traffic Flow Prediction: A Split Learning Approach 2023

Delay-constrained quality maximization in RSMA-based video streaming networks 2022

A Survey on Intelligent Reflecting Surface-aided Non-Orthogonal Multiple Access Networks 2022

A Survey on Passive Beamforming using Statistical State Information in Intelligent Reflecting Surface Assisted Networks 2022