Mr. Osheyor Gidiagba | Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Osheyor Gidiagba | Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award 

Mr. Osheyor Gidiagba | Machine Learning | University of Johannesburg | South Africa

Mr. Osheyor Joachim Gidiagba is an accomplished researcher and engineer whose expertise lies in Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, currently pursuing his Ph.D. at the University of Johannesburg, South Africa, where his research focuses on developing a hybrid model combining Machine Learning and Multi-Criteria Decision-Making (MCDM) to enhance sustainable supplier selection and performance optimization in industrial systems. His academic foundation includes a Master’s in Applied Science Mechanics (Cum Laude) and a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (First Class Honors), underscoring his consistent academic excellence and technical depth. Professionally, Mr. Gidiagba has worked as an Asset Management Engineer at the Ministry of Power and Domestic Water Development, Awka, Nigeria, where he successfully supervised and implemented multiple infrastructure projects, including the installation of electrical transformers and overhead water tanks across several communities. His work emphasized system reliability, supplier evaluation, and maintenance optimization, demonstrating his ability to translate research into impactful real-world engineering applications. His research interests encompass machine learning applications in decision-making, sustainable engineering systems, reliability-centered maintenance, industrial data analytics, and asset integrity management. His technical skills include data modeling, predictive maintenance, statistical analysis, multi-criteria decision-making, and system reliability evaluation, supported by proficiency in computational tools and industrial analytics. Mr. Gidiagba has published 7 Scopus-indexed research papers, accumulating 30 citations with an h-index of 3, reflecting his growing scholarly influence. His key contributions, such as applying fuzzy logic, TOPSIS, and hybrid decision models in sustainable industrial practices, highlight his innovative approach to bridging the gap between artificial intelligence and engineering sustainability. He has also engaged in international research collaborations that focus on improving decision-support systems and operational efficiency in industrial and mining sectors.

Professional Profiles: Scopus

Featured Publications 

  1. Gidiagba, O. J. (2025). Multi-Criteria Decision Support for Sustainable Supplier Evaluation in Mining SMEs: A Fuzzy Logic and TOPSIS Approach. Logistics.

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ali Alfayly | Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Ali Alfayly | Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award 

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ali Alfayly | Machine Learning | Public Authority of Applied Education and Training | Kuwait

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ali Hussain Alfayly, SMIEEE, is a highly accomplished Kuwaiti academic and researcher serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the College of Basic Education, Public Authority for Applied Education and Training (PAAET), Kuwait, where he has established himself as a prominent contributor to the fields of computer science, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, robotics, and educational technologies. He earned his Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Plymouth in the United Kingdom, building on his earlier M.Sc. in Advanced Computer Science from the University of Manchester, an M.Sc. in Computer and Network Technology, and a B.Sc. in Computer and Network Technology, both from Northumbria University. His professional career includes serving as Lecturer and Lab Demonstrator at the University of Plymouth in the United Kingdom and as a Network Engineer at Kuwait International Bank, experiences that equipped him with both academic and industry perspectives. Dr. Ali Hussain Alfayly’s research interests encompass Explainable Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, UAV systems, cybersecurity and network management, robotics, intelligent systems, and educational technology, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach aimed at solving real-world challenges.

Professional Profile: ORCID | Scopus

Selected Publications

  1. Detection of Fault Events in Software Tools Integrated with Human–Computer Interface Using Machine Learning, 2025 – Citations: 5

  2. Citizens’ Satisfaction Factors in E-Government Services: An Empirical Study from Kuwait, 2024 – Citations: 8

  3. Extended Technology Acceptance Model for Multimedia-Based Learning in Higher Education, 2022 – Citations: 12

  4. Challenges of Applying Semantic Web Approaches on E-Government Web Services: Survey, 2021 – Citations: 15

Prof Dr. Gulnihal Ozbay | Machine Learning Award | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Dr. Gulnihal Ozbay | Machine Learning Award | Best Researcher Award 

Prof Dr. Gulnihal Ozbay, Delaware State University, United States

Dr. Gulnihal Ozbay is a distinguished Professor and Extension Specialist in Natural Resources at Delaware State University, where she also serves as Director of the Environmental Health & Seafood Safety Lab and the Integrative Ph.D. Program in Agriculture, Food, and Environmental Sciences. Her career is marked by significant achievements in diverse fields, including aquaculture, fisheries, water chemistry, and aquatic ecology. Dr. Ozbay is highly regarded for her expertise in program development, grant writing, and student mentorship. She has built and managed several research labs, including the Mariculture Lab and GIS Lab, and has a strong record of collaboration with various institutions and agencies. Dr. Ozbay holds multiple degrees in relevant fields, including a Ph.D. in Fisheries & Allied Aquacultures from Auburn University and an M.Sc. in Food Science & Biotechnology from Delaware State University. Her leadership extends beyond teaching and research to include roles such as Vice President of DSU AAUP and Chair of the DSU Faculty Research Committee. Her commitment to environmental science is evident in her active participation in programs addressing sustainability, climate change, and seafood safety.

Professional Profile:

Suitability for the Best Researcher Award

Dr. Gulnihal Ozbay’s extensive career demonstrates exceptional proficiency in various fields related to natural resources, including aquaculture, fisheries, water chemistry, aquatic ecology, climate science, seafood chemistry, and microbiology. His role as a Professor and Extension Specialist, combined with his leadership positions, showcases his strong research background and administrative capabilities.

🎓 Professional Preparation

  • Ph.D., Fisheries & Allied Aquacultures (Water Quality)
    Auburn University, 2002
  • Ph.D. Credits, Food Science & Technology
    Dalhousie University, 1999
  • M.Sc., Bio-Resource Engineering (Marine Bio-Resources)
    University of Maine, 1996
  • M.Sc., Food Science & Biotechnology
    Delaware State University, 2016
  • B.Sc., Fisheries & Aquaculture Engineering
    University of Ondokuzmayis, 1991

🏆 Professional Appointments

  • Professor & Extension Specialist, Natural Resources
    Delaware State University, 2012 – Present
  • Adjunct Faculty, Food Science & Biotechnology Graduate Program
    DSU, 2008 – Present
  • Adjunct Faculty, Applied Chemistry Graduate Program
    DSU, 2018 – Present
  • Director, Environmental Health & Seafood Safety Lab
    DSU, 2009 – Present
  • Director, Integrative Ph.D. Program in Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences (IAFES)
    DSU, 2021 – Present
  • Vice President, DSU AAUP
    2021 – Present

📚 Teaching Experience

  • Environmental Toxicology
    DSU, 2020-Present
  • Climatology
    DSU, 2012-Present
  • Introduction to Environmental Science
    DSU, 2011-Present
  • Special Problems (Sustainability & Climate Change)
    DSU, 2004-Present
  • Graduate Seminar
    DSU, 2010

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