Dr. Ning Zhang | Deep Learning | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Ning Zhang | Deep Learning | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Ning Zhang | Deep Learning | Beijing Institute of Technology | China

Dr. Ning Zhang is a male researcher in the field of intelligent sensing and information and communication engineering, with a strong academic and applied background in deep learning–driven sensor systems, onboard artificial intelligence, and edge computing for aerospace and remote sensing platforms. He received his doctoral and master’s training in Information and Communication Engineering from Beijing Institute of Technology and completed his undergraduate education in Electronic Information Engineering at Wuhan University of Technology, forming a solid interdisciplinary foundation that integrates algorithms, hardware architecture, and embedded intelligence. Professionally, Dr. Ning Zhang has served as a project leader and key algorithm and hardware engineer in multiple nationally funded and internationally oriented research projects, including onboard AI systems for small satellites, UAV-based intelligent perception, and dynamic neural network deployment under constrained computing environments.

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Ms. Leiyao Liao | Deep Learning Awards | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Leiyao Liao | Deep Learning Awards | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Leiyao Liao | Deep Learning Awards | Nanjing University Of Posts And Telecommunications | China

Ms. Leiyao Liao is a distinguished researcher and lecturer at the School of Communication and Information Engineering, Nanjing University of Posts and Telecommunications, renowned for her contributions to synthetic aperture radar (SAR) image understanding, target recognition, and explainable deep learning. She obtained her Doctorate in Electronic Science and Technology from Xi’an University of Electronic Science and Technology, where she developed a solid foundation in radar signal processing and mechanism-driven neural networks, and her Bachelor of Science from the same institution, focusing on communication and information systems. In her professional career, Ms. Liao has demonstrated exceptional leadership and technical expertise through her involvement in multiple national-level research projects, including those funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and the Central Military Commission, where she played key roles in advancing interpretable deep models for radar target analysis. Her primary research interests encompass synthetic aperture radar (SAR) target recognition, explainable deep learning, mechanism-driven neural networks, radar signal processing, and multimodal intelligent sensing, with a particular focus on small object detection and imbalanced recognition in complex environments. Ms. Liao’s research skills include advanced radar data analysis, model interpretability design, and deep probabilistic modeling, complemented by proficiency in simulation, signal processing, and algorithmic optimization. Her impactful body of work includes 16 Scopus-indexed publications, accumulating 187 citations with an h-index of 7, highlighting her growing international recognition. She has published extensively in high-impact journals such as IEEE Transactions on Geoscience and Remote Sensing (TGRS), IEEE Geoscience and Remote Sensing Letters (GRSL), IEEE Journal of Selected Topics in Applied Earth Observations and Remote Sensing (JSTARS), and IEEE Journal of Selected Topics in Signal Processing (JSTSP). Ms. Liao has received multiple academic honors and research commendations for her outstanding contributions to radar intelligence and interpretability, reflecting her dedication to bridging the gap between physical modeling and deep learning.

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Featured Publications 

  1. Liao, L. (2025). Integrated Physically Interpretable Model for SAR Target Recognition. IEEE Geoscience and Remote Sensing Letters. (Citations: 26)

  2. Liao, L. (2025). Research on Collision Access Method for Satellite Internet of Things Based on Bayliss Window Function. Sensors (Basel, Switzerland). (Citations: 0)

  3. Liao, L. (2024). EMI-Net: Interpretable Deep Network for SAR Target Recognition. IEEE Transactions on Geoscience and Remote Sensing. (Citations: 41)

  4. Liao, L. (2024). Based on Physical Solvability: Mechanism-Driven Neural Networks for Radar Target Understanding. Journal of Electronics. (Citations: 18)

  5. Liao, L. (2022). Interpretable Deep Probabilistic Model for HRR Radar Signal and Its Application to Target Recognition. IEEE Journal of Selected Topics in Signal Processing. (Citations: 52)

  6. Liao, L. (2023). Fusion-Based Multimodal SAR Target Classification Using Explainable Deep Learning. IEEE Journal of Selected Topics in Applied Earth Observations and Remote Sensing. (Citations: 29)

  7. Liao, L. (2023). Mechanism-Driven Deep Learning for Small Object Detection in Complex Radar Scenarios. IEEE Access. (Citations: 21)

Aurélie Cools | Deep Neural Networks | Best Researcher Award

Aurélie Cools | Deep Neural Networks | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Aurélie Cools, University of Mons, Belgium.

Aurélie Cools is a Ph.D. candidate in Engineering Sciences at the University of Mons (UMons), specializing in deep neural networks and dimensionality reduction for CBIR search engines. She holds dual Master’s degrees: Civil Engineering in Computer Science and Management (Summa Cum Laude) and Management Engineering (Magna Cum Laude), showcasing her expertise in software engineering, business analytics, and optimization. Alongside her research, she contributes as a teaching assistant at UMons. With a strong foundation in Python, SQL, and PyTorch, Aurélie is multilingual and adept at problem-solving, team management, and communication. 🌟👩‍💻📚

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Education and Experience

Education 📘

  • Ph.D. in Engineering Sciences
    • Institution: University of Mons (UMons), Polytechnic Faculty
    • Thesis Topic: CBIR search engine with deep neural networks and dimensionality reduction methods
    • Duration: 2021 – Present
  • Master’s in Civil Engineering (Summa Cum Laude)
    • Institution: UMons, Polytechnic Faculty
    • Specialization: Software Engineering and Business Intelligence
    • Duration: 2018 – 2021
  • Master’s in Management Engineering (Magna Cum Laude)
    • Institution: UCL Mons
    • Specialization: Business Analytics – Logistics and Transportation
    • Duration: 2015 – 2017
  • Bachelor’s in Management Engineering (Cum Laude)
    • Institution: UCL Mons
    • Duration: 2012 – 2015

Experience 💼

  • Teaching Assistant & Ph.D. Student
    • Institution: UMons
    • Duration: September 2021 – Present
  • Credit Analyst
    • Institution: CPH Bank, La Louvière
    • Duration: July 2017 – August 2021
  • Student Worker
    • Institution: Colruyt Group, Mons
    • Duration: March 2013 – December 2016

Suitability For The Award

Ms. Aurélie Cools is an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award, combining academic excellence with impactful research. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Engineering Sciences at the University of Mons, her work on CBIR systems using deep neural networks and dimensionality reduction demonstrates innovation and technical expertise. With dual Master’s degrees in Civil and Management Engineering earned with high honors, Aurélie excels in both research and practical applications. Her proficiency in programming, data analysis, and problem-solving, coupled with strong communication skills, makes her a deserving nominee.

Professional Development

Aurélie excels in the realms of engineering and management, leveraging cutting-edge techniques like deep neural networks and dimensionality reduction. 📊💡 Her research bridges technical and analytical fields, emphasizing CBIR technologies for efficient image retrieval. With years of experience as a teaching assistant, she fosters innovation and critical thinking among students. Aurélie’s blend of programming skills in Python, SQL, and PyTorch, coupled with proficiency in tools like MongoDB and Excel, enhances her adaptability in diverse challenges. A polyglot and skilled communicator, she thrives in team management, problem-solving, and delivering impactful solutions. 🚀🌍✨

Research Focus

Aurélie’s research focuses on developing advanced Content-Based Image Retrieval (CBIR) systems, leveraging deep neural networks and cutting-edge dimensionality reduction techniques to enhance image search and analysis efficiency. Her interdisciplinary approach combines software engineering, artificial intelligence, and data science for innovative solutions. 🖼️🤖📊 With a keen interest in the practical applications of CBIR, such as medical imaging or multimedia management, Aurélie contributes to expanding the potential of machine learning in real-world scenarios. Her expertise lies at the intersection of engineering precision and computational intelligence, making her a significant contributor to AI-driven image processing. 🌟🔍📈

Publication Top Notes

  • A New Comparative Study of Dimensionality Reduction Methods in Large-Scale Image Retrieval (2022) 📚 | Published: 2022-05-13
  • A Comparative Study of Reduction Methods Applied on a Convolutional Neural Network (2022) 📖 | 🗓️ Published: 2022-04-28