Prof. Dr. Makram Fakhri | Photodetectors Awards | Best Faculty Award

Prof. Dr. Makram Fakhri | Photodetectors Awards | Best Faculty Award 

Prof. Dr. Makram Fakhri, University of Technology-Iraq, Iraq

Dr. Makram A. Fakhri is a distinguished professor and researcher in the field of Nano Photonic Crystal Lasers with a strong background in Optoelectronic Engineering. He earned his Ph.D. in Nano Photonic Crystal Laser Engineering from INEE, UniMAP, Malaysia, in 2016, following an M.Sc. in Optoelectronic Engineering (2007) and a B.Sc. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (2001) from the University of Technology (UOT), Baghdad, Iraq. Dr. Fakhri has held various academic and administrative positions at the University of Technology, Baghdad, including serving as a Lecturer (1994-2017) and currently as a Professor and Assistant Dean for Scientific Affairs (since 2020). His research expertise spans nano-photonics, waveguide structures, optical materials, and alternative energy sources, with a significant impact in materials science and laser applications.

Professional Profile:

SCOPUS

ORCID

GOOGLE SCHOLAR

Suitability of Dr. Makram A. Fakhri for the Best Faculty Award

Dr. Makram A. Fakhri is a highly distinguished academic and researcher in Nano Photonic Crystal Lasers, Optoelectronics, and Materials Science, making him an outstanding candidate for the Best Faculty Award.

🎓 Education & Work Experience

  • Education:

    • 🎓 Ph.D. in Nano Photonic Crystal Laser Engineering – INEE, UniMAP, Malaysia (2016).
    • 🎓 M.Sc. in Optoelectronic Engineering – Laser & Optoelectronic Eng. Dept, UOT, Baghdad (2007).
    • 🎓 B.Sc. in Electrical & Electronic Engineering – UOT, Baghdad, Iraq (2001).
  • Academic Experience:

    • 🏛️ Lecturer (Ph.D.) – University of Technology (1994-2017) | Full-Time.
    • 👨‍🏫 Professor & Assistant Dean for Scientific Affairs – University of Technology (Since 2020).

🔬 Research & Achievements

  • 📊 H-index: Google Scholar (37) | Scopus (35) | Publons (28).
  • 📜 Editorial Board MemberInternational Journal of Nanoelectronics and Materials (Scopus & WoS Indexed).
  • 🌍 Professional Memberships:
    • IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers).
    • Optical Society of America (OSA).
    • Iraqi Engineers Syndicate.
    • Association of Alternative Energy Sources.
    • Association of Laser & Optical Electronics.
    • Association of University Lecturers.

🏆 Awards & Honors

  • 🥇 Gold Medal – Iraqi Sovereign Festival (2009) 🏅 (Design & fabrication of PLD system powered by solar cells).
  • 🥈 Silver Medal – Iraqi Sovereign Festival (2010, 2011).
  • 🥈 Multiple Silver Medals (2014-2016) – UniMAP Research & Innovation Exhibitions.
  • 🏆 Second Winner – Iraqi Science Day Award (2016) 🏅 (Best research publication in engineering specialties).
  • 📖 4th Highest Publishing Researcher – UOT (2019).
  • 🌍 Top 2% Scientist in the World – Stanford University Rankings (2019-2022).
  • 🏅 University of Technology Medal – (2021).

Publication Top Notes:

High-performance n-V2O5/p-Si heterojunction photodetector prepared by pulsed laser deposition: role of laser fluence

Selective detection of alpha synuclein amyloid fibrils by faradaic and non-faradaic electrochemical impedance spectroscopic approaches

Synthesized aluminum gallium nitride/porous-Si thin films at different compositions by pulsed laser deposition method

Correction to: Substrate selection and characterization in infrared detector design for sorting systems (Journal of Optics, (2024), 10.1007/s12596-024-02413-9)

Effect of different laser wavelengths on the optical properties of GaN/PSi and Al2O3/PSi thin films using the pulse laser deposition method

Ag@WO3 core–shell nanocomposite for wide range photo detection

 

 

Prof. Zuofeng Zhou | Optical Imaging | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Zuofeng Zhou | Optical Imaging | Best Researcher Award 

Prof. Zuofeng Zhou, Xi’an Institute of Optics and Precision Mechanics of CAS, China

Dr. Zuofeng Zhou is a Professor at the Xi’an Institute of Optics and Precision Mechanics (XIOPM), Chinese Academy of Sciences, and the Chief Engineer of XIOPM Holdings Co., Ltd. He is recognized as an Outstanding Young Scholar in Shaanxi Province, China. His research interests span image denoising, computer vision, machine learning, hyperspectral remote sensing image processing, and scientific and technological achievements industrialization. Over the past decade, he has published more than 80 research papers in esteemed journals and conferences and holds 14 technology and product patents. Dr. Zhou is an IEEE Member and serves as a reviewer for multiple international journals, including IEEE Transactions on Image Processing and Neurocomputing. He is actively involved in the industrialization of scientific and technological innovations, leading efforts in technology commercialization, startup incubation, and investment in high-tech enterprises, particularly in optoelectronics and military-civilian integration.

Professional Profile:

ORCID

SCOPUS

Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Dr. Zuofeng Zhou is a highly accomplished researcher with extensive contributions in the fields of image processing, computer vision, and machine learning. His expertise spans both theoretical research and practical industrial applications, particularly in hyper-spectral remote sensing image processing and image/video analysis.

🎓 Education

  • Ph.D. in a relevant field (Details not specified)

💼 Work Experience

  • Full Professor – XIOPM, Chinese Academy of Sciences
  • Chief Engineer – XIOPM Holdings Co., LTD
  • Referee – Reviewer for top journals including:
    • IEEE Transactions on Image Processing
    • Neurocomputing (Elsevier)
    • IET Image Processing
    • Signal Processing (Elsevier)
    • Conferences: CVPR, ICIP, ECCV

🏆 Achievements & Contributions

  • 📜 Research Contributions:
    • Published 80+ research papers in renowned journals and conferences (e.g., Signal Processing, ICIP, IET Image Processing)
    • Authored book chapter in Wavelet Transform and Some of Its Real-World Applications (ISBN: 978-953-51-2230-2)
  • 🔬 Research Interests:
    • Image denoising & computer vision
    • Machine learning & hyperspectral remote sensing
    • Image/video analysis
    • Industrialization of scientific and technological achievements
  • 📌 Patents:
    • Obtained 14 technology and product patent authorizations
  • 🚀 Industrialization Initiatives:
    • Led the commercialization of S&T achievements at XIOPM
    • Established 280+ hi-tech enterprises
    • Created 7,000+ jobs
    • Developed industry clusters in laser equipment, optoelectronic integrated circuits, and healthcare
  • 💰 Investment & Entrepreneurship:
    • Co-founded CAS Star Incubator Co., Ltd.
    • Managed funds totaling ~5 billion CNY
    • Invested in 150+ projects, attracting over 630 million CNY in social investment

🏅 Awards & Honors

  • 🌟 Outstanding Young Scholar – Shaanxi Province, China
  • 🎖 IEEE Member
  • 🏆 Recognitions:
    • “CAS Pilot Unit for S&T Achievement Transformation”
    • “Shaanxi Pilot Unit for Building an Innovative Province”
    • “State-level S&T Enterprise Incubator”

Publication Top Notes:

Satellite Pose Measurement Using an Improving SIFT Algorithm

ViBe algorithm based on background fusion and channel calculation

The Application of a Pavement Distress Detection Method Based on FS-Net

Image Enhancement Technology in Pavement Disease Detection System

High-Precision Volume Measurement of Potholes in Pavement Maintenance

 

Prof. Zi-Jun Liu | Fluoroscopy Awards | Excellence in Research

Prof. Zi-Jun Liu | Fluoroscopy Awards | Excellence in Research 

Prof. Zi-Jun Liu, University of Washington, United States

Dr. Zi-Jun (Zee) Liu, DDS, MS, PhD, is a prominent figure in the field of orthodontics, currently serving as a Research Professor in the Department of Orthodontics at the University of Washington, Seattle. He earned his Bachelor of Medical Science (BMSc) from Nanjing Medical University, China, followed by a Master of Science and a PhD in Medical Science from The 4th Military Medical University. Additionally, he completed a PhD in Dental Science at Osaka University, Japan. With extensive academic and clinical experience, Dr. Liu has held various faculty appointments, including roles as Assistant Professor and Associate Professor at The 4th Military Medical University and Kagoshima University, Japan. His teaching contributions include courses on tooth anatomy, occlusion, and orthodontic theory. Dr. Liu’s research interests focus on the biology of the craniofacial skeleton, masticatory development, and temporomandibular joint function, among others. He has been a principal investigator and co-investigator on several significant research grants, contributing to advancements in understanding craniofacial biomechanics and dysfunctions. He is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of dental professionals and researchers in his field.

Professional Profile:

SCOPUS

Summary of Suitability for Excellence in Research

Dr. Zi-Jun (Zee) Liu’s extensive background and accomplishments in dental science and craniofacial research position him as an exemplary candidate for the Research for Excellence in Research award. His career spans decades of impactful research, academic contributions, and clinical expertise in orthodontics, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, and craniofacial biomechanics. Below are key points supporting his suitability

🎓 Education

  • Nanjing Medical University, China
    BMSc (equivalent to DDS), August 1983
  • The 4th Military Medical University, China
    MS (Medical Science), December 1986
  • The 4th Military Medical University, China
    PhD (Medical Science), July 1991
  • Osaka University, Japan
    PhD (Dental Science), February 1991

🏫 Faculty Appointments

  • The 4th Military Medical University
    Oral Basic Science, Assistant Professor (1991-1992)
    Oral Basic Science, Associate Professor (1992-1994)
  • Kagoshima University, Japan
    Orthodontics, Visiting Scientist (1994-1995)
    Orthodontics, Assistant Professor (1995-1997)

🏥 Hospital Appointments

  • Qindu Stomatological Hospital, China
    TMJ/Orofacial Pain Clinic, Resident Dentist (1986-1991)
    TMJ/Orofacial Pain Clinic, Attending Dentist (1991-1992)
    TMJ/Orofacial Pain Clinic, Director/Chief Doctor (1992-1994)
  • Affiliated Dental Hospital of Kagoshima University Dental School
    TMJ/Orofacial Pain Clinic, Consulting Doctor (1994-1997)

📚 Teaching Experience

  • Tooth Anatomy and Occlusion: Responsible for complete lab instruction and some lectures (1986-1991)
  • Oral Anatomy and Physiology: Course director, all lectures and lab instructions (1991-1994)
  • Anatomy, Function, and Dysfunction of Masticatory Apparatus: Graduate Course director, major lectures, and complete lab instructions (1992-1994)
  • Basic Theory of Orthodontics: Lectures and lab instructions (1995-1997)
  • Research Design, Method, and Data Analysis: Individual mentoring and supervising (1998 – Present)
  • ORTHO 550A, Directed Studies in Orthodontics: Preceptor/Course director (2003 – present)
  • DENT 578, Research Techniques: Mentor/Course director (2005 – present)
  • ORTHO 565, Orthodontic Theory: Graduate Course, Provide lectures (2014 – present)
  • DENT 499, Independent Undergraduate Research: Mentor (2015 – present)
  • Inter-Professional Education (IPE): Faculty facilitator (2016 – 2020)

🔬 Research Interests

  1. Biology of craniofacial skeleton (growth, remodeling, formation, and biomechanics)
  2. Masticatory development and muscle physiology, adaptation, and plasticity
  3. Function and biomechanics of craniofacial musculature and tongue
  4. Functional tooth mobility, orthodontic tooth movement, and biomechanics of the periodontal ligament
  5. Animal models for obstructive sleep apnea and craniofacial tissue engineering
  6. Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) function, biomechanics, and functional disorders (TMD)
  7. Dental anatomy, occlusion, and mandibular kinetics

💼 Research Grants

  1. Coordination of Jaw, Tongue, and Hyoid Movements during Mastication
    • Role: Co-Investigator
    • Total Direct Costs: JPY 2,000,000
    • Grant Period: 1989-1991
  2. Study on Occlusion and Temporomandibular Disorders
    • Role: Principal Investigator (Oversea)
    • Total Direct Costs: JPY 11,000,000
    • Grant Period: 1994-1996
  3. Comprehensive Study on Dysfunction of Tongue Movements
    • Role: Principal Investigator
    • Total Direct Costs: JPY 3,400,000
    • Grant Period: 1997-1998

Publication Top Notes

Respiratory internal kinematics of the tongue base and soft palate in obese minipigs with obstructive sleep apnea

Tongue, palatal, hyoid and pharyngeal muscle activity during chewing, swallowing, and respiration

Tissue properties and respiratory kinematics of the tongue base and soft palate in the obese OSA minipig

Bilateral treatment of the masseter with botulinum toxin: Consequences for mastication, muscle force and the mandibular condyle

The nasal septum and midfacial growth

Repeated botulinum treatment of rabbit masseter causes cumulative tissue damage

Prof. Dr. Zhongjie Guo | Photo Detector Awards | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Zhongjie Guo | Photo Detector Awards | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Zhongjie Guo, Xi’an University of Technology, China

Zhongjie Guo received his B.S. and M.S. degrees in Measurement and Control Technology and Instrumentation, and Circuit and System from Xidian University, China, in 2004 and 2007, respectively. He earned his Ph.D. degree in Microelectronics Engineering from Xi’an Microelectronic Technology Institute, China, in 2012. Currently, he is a professor at Xi’an Technological University, where his research focuses on the design of high-performance mixed-signal integrated circuits. With a strong academic background and expertise in microelectronics, Dr. Guo has contributed significantly to the field, advancing the development of integrated circuit technology.

Professional Profile:

SCOPUS

Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award – Zhongjie Guo

Zhongjie Guo’s extensive academic background and ongoing contributions to the field of microelectronics make him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. He earned his B.S. and M.S. degrees in measurement and control technology and instrumentation, and circuit and system from Xidian University in China, followed by a Ph.D. in microelectronics engineering from Xi’an Microelectronic Technology Institute in 2012. Currently, he serves as a professor at Xi’an Technological University, where his primary focus is the design of high-performance mixed-signal integrated circuits.

Education:

  • B.S. in Measurement and Control Technology and Instrumentation, Xidian University, China (2004)
  • M.S. in Circuit and System, Xidian University, China (2007)
  • Ph.D. in Microelectronics Engineering, Xi’an Microelectronic Technology Institute, China (2012)

Work Experience:

  • Current Position: Professor at Xi’an Technological University
    • Specializes in the design of high-performance mixed signal integrated circuits.

Publication top Notes:

Global Ramp Uniformity Correction Method for Super-large Array CMOS Image Sensors

Research on Fixed-Slope On-Chip Soft-Start Method Applied to Buck DC–DC Converter

Study on consistency driving method of stitching pixel array based on self-adaptive correction technique

Synchronous Driving Method for Stitching Pixel Arrays Based on an Adaptive Correction Technique

Column Level ADC Design Method of CMOS Image Sensor Based on Coarse and Fine Quantization Parallel and TDC Hybrid