Mr. Mohamed Hamroun | Healthcare | Breakthrough Research Award

Mr. Mohamed Hamroun | Healthcare | Breakthrough Research Award

Mr. Mohamed Hamroun | Healthcare | XLIM/ University of Limoges | France

Dr. Mohamed Hamroun is an accomplished computer scientist and engineer specializing in artificial intelligence, image processing, and multimodal information retrieval. Currently serving as a researcher and lecturer at the 3iL School and the XLIM Laboratory at the University of Limoges, France, he has made significant contributions to the fields of deep learning, computer vision, and semantic data indexing. His multidisciplinary expertise spans across AI, VR/AR systems, big data analytics, and intelligent information retrieval systems, positioning him as a leading researcher in computational intelligence and multimedia data analysis. Through his work, Dr. Hamroun has advanced both theoretical understanding and practical applications of machine learning and artificial intelligence for complex visual and semantic data challenges.

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Summary of Suitability for the “Breakthrough Research Award” 

Dr. Mohamed Hamroun is an exceptionally qualified candidate for the Research for Breakthrough Research Award, demonstrating a strong academic foundation, extensive research experience, and impactful scientific contributions in the fields of artificial intelligence (AI), image processing, deep learning, and multimodal information retrieval.

Education

Dr. Hamroun’s academic journey reflects a deep commitment to advancing computer science and AI-driven data analysis. He earned his Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Bordeaux, where his doctoral research focused on “Indexing and retrieval by visual, semantic, and multi-level content of multimedia documents,” under the supervision of Professors Henri Nicolas and Ikram Amous. His doctoral work bridged the gap between computational semantics and large-scale multimedia information retrieval. He later completed his Habilitation to supervise research at the University of Limoges, where his postdoctoral contributions were consolidated into a major research theme titled “Contributions to indexing and information retrieval: application to generalist and medical multimodal data,” under the guidance of Professor Damien Sauveron. Before his doctoral studies, he obtained a Computer Engineering degree from the University of Sfax, Tunisia, and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from the same institution. His undergraduate and graduate projects revolved around multilingual search engine development and database management systems, establishing his foundation in applied informatics and intelligent systems.

Professional Experience

Dr. Hamroun’s professional experience demonstrates a steady trajectory of academic excellence and applied innovation. He began his career as an R&D Engineer at SIM-SOFT in Tunisia, where he was involved in software development and data-driven industrial applications. Following this, he pursued his Ph.D. research jointly between the University of Bordeaux and the University of Sfax, working on hybrid semantic and visual content retrieval models. After completing his Ph.D., he joined the XLIM Laboratory at the University of Limoges as a Postdoctoral Researcher, where he focused on the integration of deep learning and ontology-based frameworks for medical and multimedia data analysis. Later, he was appointed as a Lecturer at EILCO Engineering School in France, contributing to both teaching and research in computer science and artificial intelligence. He now holds the position of Associate Professor at 3iL Engineering School, affiliated with the XLIM Laboratory, where he supervises research projects and mentors graduate students in AI, machine learning, and multimedia information systems.

Research Interests

Dr. Hamroun’s research interests cover a wide spectrum of computational and artificial intelligence domains. His core expertise includes image and signal processing, deep learning architectures for data classification and clustering, virtual and augmented reality applications, and semantic data mining. His studies often combine statistical learning, ontology modeling, and multimodal data fusion to enhance human-computer interaction and knowledge extraction. A significant part of his current research focuses on developing intelligent systems for multimodal medical data retrieval and applying AI to improve healthcare diagnostics and decision support. His recent work also extends to federated learning frameworks and semantic interpretation in multimedia environments, bridging applied computer science with real-world AI applications.

Awards

Dr. Hamroun has been recognized for his innovative research in artificial intelligence and multimedia information systems through various academic honors and nominations. His outstanding work in deep learning-based image analysis and computational semantics has earned him recognition among peers in the international AI research community. He has contributed as a co-author to several highly cited papers and participated in collaborative European research projects aimed at integrating AI into real-world industrial and medical systems. His nomination for the award highlights his leadership in combining artificial intelligence with practical problem-solving across domains such as emotion recognition, diabetic foot ulcer diagnosis, and semantic retrieval.

Publication Top Notes

  • Title: Emotion recognition from speech using spectrograms and shallow neural networks
    Authors: A. Slimi, M. Hamroun, et al.
    Year: 2020
    Citations: 47

  • Title: DFU-Siam: A novel diabetic foot ulcer classification with deep learning
    Authors: M. S. A. Toofanee, M. Hamroun, et al.
    Year: 2023
    Citations: 43

  • Title: A survey on intention analysis: successful approaches and open challenges
    Authors: M. Hamroun
    Year: 2020
    Citations: 21

  • Title: An interactive engine for multilingual video browsing using semantic content
    Authors: M. B. Halima, M. Hamroun, et al.
    Year: (arXiv preprint, circa 2013)
    Citations: 16

  • Title: DFU-Helper: Innovative framework for longitudinal diabetic foot ulcer evaluation using deep learning
    Authors: M. S. A. Toofanee, M. Hamroun, et al.
    Year: 2023
    Citations: 11

Prof. Dr. Pelagia Gouma | Breath Analysis Awards | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Pelagia Gouma | Breath Analysis Awards | Best Researcher Award 

Prof. Dr. Pelagia Gouma, The Ohio State University, United States

Pelagia-Irene (Perena) Gouma is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of materials science and engineering. Currently serving as the Edward Orton Jr. Chair in Ceramic Engineering and Professor at The Ohio State University, she holds joint appointments in both the Department of Materials Science & Engineering and the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. She earned her B.S. in Applied Physics from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece, and advanced degrees in Materials Science & Engineering, including a Ph.D. from The University of Birmingham, UK. Throughout her career, Dr. Gouma has held prestigious academic positions, including faculty roles at the University of Texas-Arlington and the State University of New York-Stony Brook, where she also directed the Center for Nanomaterials and Sensor Development. A recognized leader in her field, Dr. Gouma has received numerous accolades, such as being elected a Fellow of The American Ceramic Society and delivering keynote addresses at global conferences. Her research interests are particularly focused on the development of advanced materials and sensors, with applications ranging from nanotechnology to environmental sciences. Dr. Gouma’s extensive publication record and contributions to various academic journals further highlight her significant impact on the materials science community.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Professor Pelagia-Irene Gouma is an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award, given her remarkable contributions in the field of Materials Science and Engineering, with a particular focus on nanomaterials, nanosensors, and breathalyzer technology.

Education 📚

  • B.S. Applied Physics, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece (1990)
  • M.S. Materials Science & Engineering, The University of Liverpool, UK (1992)
  • M. Phil. Organizational Management, The University of Liverpool, UK (1993)
  • Ph.D. Materials Science & Engineering, The University of Birmingham, UK (1996)

Career Highlights 💼

  • Sept 2017 – Present: Edward Orton Jr. Chair in Ceramic Engineering, Professor at The Ohio State University.
  • 2016 – 2017: Professor at University of Texas-Arlington, Lead Scientist at UTARI.
  • 2012 – 2016: Professor and Director, Center for Nanomaterials and Sensor Development at Stony Brook University.
  • 2005 – 2012: Associate Professor, Director of Nanomaterials and Sensor Development at SUNY Stony Brook.
  • 1997 – 2000: Postdoctoral Researcher, The Ohio State University.

Recognitions & Contributions 🏆

  • 2019: Elected Fellow of The American Ceramic Society.
  • 2021: Innovators Award, College of Engineering, The Ohio State University.
  • 2018: Plenary Speaker, 17th IMCS, Vienna, Austria.
  • 2016: Member of the National Academy of Inventors.
  • 2011: Graduate of the Inaugural Class of NSF I-Corps Program.

Her leadership in the Materials Science & Engineering community has also led her to serve on various prestigious editorial boards, including the IEEE Sensors Journal and the Journal of the American Ceramic Society. 📜

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Prof Dr. David Parés Martinez | Healthcare Award | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. David Parés Martinez | Healthcare Award | Best Researcher Award 

Prof Dr. David Parés Martinez, Hospital Germans Trias. Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Spain

Dr. David Parés is a distinguished specialist in General and Digestive Surgery with a robust career marked by both national and international contributions. With 152 articles indexed in PUBMED, Dr. Parés has garnered a significant impact factor of 253.576 and an H-index of 21, reflecting his extensive and influential research in the field. His publications are prominently featured in high-impact specialty journals, with 48.2% appearing in the 1st and 2nd quartiles. Currently, he serves as a Specialist Physician at the Germans Trias i Pujol Hospital in Badalona and is affiliated with the hospital’s research center (IGTP). Dr. Parés’ academic credentials include accreditation as an Associate Professor by AQU in 2011 and as a Full Professor of Surgery by ANECA in 2014. His mentorship has guided five doctoral theses, three of which are completed. His research focuses on Colorectal Emergencies, Colon Cancer, Proctology, Fecal Incontinence, and Quality of Care. In addition to authoring four book chapters, he has been involved in six research grants, including four FIS-ISCIII Grants.

 

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Dr. David Parés is a distinguished specialist in General and Digestive Surgery at the Germans Trias i Pujol Hospital in Badalona and a prominent researcher at the Institut d’Investigació en Ciències de la Salut. His extensive career, including his recent roles in the United Kingdom and Spain, highlights his exceptional contributions to the field of colorectal surgery and research.

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      • Location: USA
      • Year: 2002

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  1. Current Position:
    • Employing Entity: FUNDACIÓ INSTITUT D’INVESTIGACIÓ EN CIÈNCIES DE LA SALUT GERMANS TRIAS I PUJOL
    • Position: Specialist Physician
    • Start Date: 01/01/2016
  2. Previous Positions:
    • Hospital del Mar
      • Position: Specialist Physician
      • Start-End Date: 01/02/2004 – 30/09/2019
    • Royal London Hospital – Barts NHS Trust
      • Position: Senior Clinical Fellow
      • Start-End Date: 15/01/2016 – 15/07/2016
    • Portsmouth Hospitals NHS
      • Position: Consultant Surgeon
      • Start-End Date: 01/07/2014 – 15/01/2016
    • Parc Sanitari Sant Joan de Deu
      • Position: Head of General and Digestive Surgery Service
      • Start-End Date: 01/10/2009 – 30/06/2014
    • Hospital Universitari de Bellvitge
      • Position: Specialist Physician
      • Start-End Date: 01/01/2000 – 01/02/2004

Publication top Notes:

Predictive Power of the Trigger Tool for the detection of adverse events in general surgery: a multicenter observational validation study

Breast cancer treatment in octogenarian patients | Cáncer de mama en pacientes octogenarias