Dr. Seyedeh Tina Sefati | Reinforcement Learning | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Seyedeh Tina Sefati | Reinforcement Learning | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Seyedeh Tina Sefati | Reinforcement Learning | University of Tabriz | Iran

Dr. Seyedeh Tina Sefati is a highly skilled and innovative Ph.D. candidate in Artificial Intelligence at the University of Tabriz, Iran, whose academic and professional trajectory reflects a strong commitment to advancing the fields of deep learning, generative adversarial networks, and game theory. Her doctoral research focuses on unsupervised multivariate time-series anomaly detection, contributing significantly to intelligent sensing and automated decision-making systems. Dr. Seyedeh Tina Sefati holds a Master’s degree in Artificial Intelligence from the University of Tabriz, where she explored spam filtering through game theory, an MBA from the Iran Technical and Vocational Training Organization, and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering from Seraj University with a thesis on solving optimization problems using ant colony algorithms. Professionally, Dr. Seyedeh Tina Sefati serves as the CEO and AI Architect at Saman Digital Eurasia, leading high-impact projects that integrate deep learning, natural language processing, and image analysis for clients across more than ten countries. Her prior experience as an AI Project Manager at Rayin Samaneh Arta and as a Programming Instructor at MFTabriz showcases her multifaceted expertise in both applied and academic contexts. Her research interests center around deep learning architectures, machine learning, NLP, image processing, and federated reinforcement learning for secure data transmission in wireless sensor networks. She has been involved in several international collaborations and industrial projects, including data-driven solutions for HepsiBurada and AndMe in Turkey, where she developed large-scale AI-based recommendation and forecasting systems. Dr. Seyedeh Tina Sefati’s technical skill set includes advanced proficiency in Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch, CNN, LSTM, GANs, and Transformers, demonstrating her ability to bridge theoretical concepts with real-world applications. Her research excellence is reflected in publications in Scopus and IEEE-indexed journals such as The Journal of Supercomputing and Mathematics. She is a recognized member of professional organizations such as IEEE and ACM and has received honors for her research contributions in deep learning and anomaly detection.

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Featured Publications 

  1. Sefati, S. T., Razavi, S. N., & Salehpour, P. (2025). Enhancing autoencoder models for multivariate time series anomaly detection: The role of noise and data amount. The Journal of Supercomputing, 81(4), 559. (2 citations)

  2. Sefati, S. T., Feizi-Derakhshi, M. R., & Razavi, S. N. (2016). Improvement of Persian spam filtering by game theory. International Journal of Advanced Computer Science and Applications, 7(6). (1 citation)

  3. Sefati, S. S., Sefati, S. T., Nazir, S., Farkhady, R. Z., & Obreja, S. G. (2025). Federated reinforcement learning with hybrid optimization for secure and reliable data transmission in wireless sensor networks (WSNs). Mathematics, 13(19), 1–37.

  4. Sefati, S. T., Razavi, S. N. (2024). Hybrid deep learning approach for intelligent anomaly detection in IoT sensor data. IEEE Internet of Things Journal. (3 citations)

  5. Sefati, S. T., Salehpour, P. (2023). GAN-based synthetic data generation for anomaly detection in multivariate time series. Expert Systems with Applications. (4 citations)

  6. Sefati, S. T., Feizi-Derakhshi, M. R. (2022). Game-theoretic optimization in distributed deep learning systems. Applied Intelligence. (2 citations)

  7. Sefati, S. T., Nazir, S. (2021). Deep learning-based adaptive framework for real-time sensor data analysis. IEEE Access. (3 citations)

Prof. Dr. Tamara Gajic | Artificial Intelligence Awards | Top Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Tamara Gajic | Artificial Intelligence Awards | Top Researcher Award 

Prof. Dr. Tamara Gajic, Geographical Institute “Jovan Cvijic” Serbian Academy of Sciences and Arts, Belgrade, Serbia

Tamara Gajić is a distinguished Senior Research Associate at the Geographical Institute “Jovan Cvijić” of the Serbian Academy of Sciences and Arts (SASA), specializing in social geography. She holds a Ph.D. in Geosciences from the University of Novi Sad and has extensive experience in research and education across various institutions. Her academic career spans several positions, including Senior Researcher at the Institute of Environmental Engineering, People’s Friendship University of Russia (RUDN University), and Associate Professor at Singidunum University in Belgrade. She has also served as a professor and assistant professor at various universities in Serbia, Bosnia, and Herzegovina. Gajić’s research focuses on rural development, tourism management, and sustainable practices in agritourism, gastrotourism, and sport tourism. She has contributed to numerous projects, including the modernization of tourism study programs in Serbia and feasibility studies for spa tourism. Gajić is an active member of various professional organizations, including the Serbian Geographical Society and the Tourist Organization of Serbia, and has mentored numerous graduate and doctoral students. Her expertise in integrating economics, service quality, and human resources in tourism management has earned her recognition as one of the top 10% of distinguished scientists in Serbia in 2024.

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Suitability of Tamara Gajić for the Top Researcher Award

Tamara Gajić is highly qualified for the Top Researcher Award due to her extensive academic and professional achievements in the fields of Geography, Rural Studies, and Tourism Management. Below are the key reasons why she is a suitable candidate for this prestigious award:

Academic Degrees:

🎓 Ph.D. in Geosciences
📅 2010
University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Sciences, Department of Geography, Tourism and Hotel Management, Serbia 🇷🇸

🎓 M.Sc. in Tourism Management
📅 2007
University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Sciences, Department of Geography, Tourism and Hotel Management, Serbia 🇷🇸

🎓 B.Sc. in Tourism Management
📅 2001
University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Sciences, Department of Geography, Tourism and Hotel Management, Serbia 🇷🇸

Research & Teaching Interests:

🌍 Research Areas:

  • Geography 🌍
  • Rural Studies 🌾
  • Tourism Management 🌐
    Focus on Agrotourism, Gastrotourism, and Sport Tourism 🏞️🍴🏃‍♀️
    Intersection of Economics in Tourism, Service Quality, and Human Resources 💼
    Sustainability in Environment and Tourism 🌱

Previous Employment:

  • Associate Professor
    📅 February 2021 – September 2021
    Faculty of Tourism and Hotel Management, Singidunum University, Belgrade, Serbia 🇷🇸
  • Assistant Professor
    📅 October 2018 – February 2022
    University for Business Studies, Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina 🇧🇦
  • Professor of Vocational Studies
    📅 October 2008 – February 2021
    Novi Sad Business School, Novi Sad, Serbia 🇷🇸

Publication top Notes:

Innovative Approaches in Hotel Management: Integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) to Enhance Operational Efficiency and Sustainability

The Contribution of the Farm to Table Concept to the Sustainable Development of Agritourism Homesteads

Fostering Sustainable Urban Tourism in Predominantly Industrial Small-Sized Cities (SSCs)—Focusing on Two Selected Locations

Leveraging digital platforms for responsible sports tourism: Budapest’s role in the 2020 European football championship

Tourists’ Willingness to Adopt AI in Hospitality—Assumption of Sustainability in Developing Countries

The Adoption of Artificial Intelligence in Serbian Hospitality: A Potential Path to Sustainable Practice