Abhilash Kancharla | Deep Learning | Editorial Board Member

Dr. Abhilash Kancharla | Deep Learning | Editorial Board Member

The University of Tampa | United States

Dr. Abhilash Kancharla is a researcher at the University of Tampa specializing in advanced computing and next-generation digital technologies, with expertise in edge computing, 6G networks, blockchain-based security and privacy, quantum machine learning, neural-inspired algorithms, and computational modeling of nanomaterials. He has published 23 peer-reviewed research articles, which have received 50 citations, and holds an h-index of 4, reflecting consistent academic impact in emerging interdisciplinary fields. His work is particularly notable for integrating intelligent learning models with secure communication architectures for future wireless networks, as well as applying computational intelligence to the analysis of self-healing materials. Through collaborations with 14 co-authors, he actively contributes to international research networks, fostering cross-disciplinary knowledge exchange. The broader social and technological impact of his research supports the development of secure, intelligent, and sustainable digital infrastructures, with relevance to future communication systems, smart technologies, and advanced material design.

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Leila Malihi | Knowledge Distillation | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Leila Malihi | Knowledge Distillation | Research Excellence Award

Research Assistant | Osnabrück University | Germany

Dr. Leila Malihi is an emerging scholar whose work advances the intersection of medical image analysis, digital health technologies, and clinical decision-support systems. With a developing portfolio of 10 scholarly publications, 88 citations and 5 h-index her research demonstrates both growing influence and clear relevance to contemporary healthcare challenges. Her primary focus lies in applying machine learning and computer-vision techniques to improve diagnostic accuracy, particularly in the context of wound analysis and healing-complication detection, including notable contributions to the automatic classification of wound images and the optimisation of algorithms to detect maceration—an area critical for improving patient care, reducing clinical workload, and supporting early intervention. Disseminated through open-access venues, this work reflects a strong commitment to practical, clinically meaningful impact. Malihi’s collaborative record, involving more than 20 co-authors across computer science, biomedical engineering, and clinical research, highlights her active engagement in interdisciplinary teams that blend methodological rigour with clinical insight, enhancing the translational quality of her contributions. Despite being in an early career stage, she has already established measurable academic impact through consistent citation uptake and growing recognition within the health-technology community. Her research carries significant societal value by enabling more accurate and automated assessment of wound healing, supporting the development of scalable healthcare solutions, strengthening telemedicine workflows, and ultimately contributing to improved patient outcomes, particularly in resource-limited environments.

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Featured Publication

1. Dührkoop, E., Malihi, L., Erfurt-Berge, C., Heidemann, G., Przysucha, M., Busch, D., & Hübner, U. H. (2024). Automatic Classification of Wound Images Showing Healing Complications: Towards an Optimised Approach for Detecting Maceration. In R. Rohrig et al. (Eds.), German Medical Data Sciences 2024.
Cited by: 2

Dr. Malihi’s research advances intelligent medical-image analysis tools that strengthen diagnostic precision and support clinicians in delivering timely, data-driven care. Her vision is to develop globally accessible digital-health solutions that reduce healthcare disparities and promote more efficient, technology-enhanced clinical workflows.

Chao Li | Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chao Li | Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award

Department Chair | Chengdu University of Technology | China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chao Li of Chengdu University of Technology is an expert in geophysical signal processing, seismic data reconstruction, and intelligent subsurface imaging, with a focus on integrating machine learning and advanced computational techniques into geoscience applications. He has authored 31 peer-reviewed publications cited 425 times, reflecting a strong research impact and an h-index of 12. His work includes the development of Generative Adversarial Networks for seismic reconstruction, non-subsampled contourlet transforms for low-amplitude structure detection, and hybrid neural architectures for source deblending, addressing critical challenges in exploration geophysics and subsurface data interpretation. Collaborating with over 50 co-authors, Dr. Li demonstrates a commitment to interdisciplinary and international research, bridging academia and industry. His contributions enhance the accuracy, efficiency, and sustainability of seismic exploration, providing tools for more reliable resource evaluation and environmental monitoring. By combining computational intelligence with applied geophysics, Dr. Li’s research promotes innovation in energy exploration, environmental stewardship, and global geoscience advancement, making significant scientific, industrial, and societal impacts.

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Featured Publications

1. Ke, C.-F., Zu, S.-H., Cao, J.-X., Jiang, X.-D., Li, C., & Liu, X.-Y. (2024). A hybrid WUDT‑NAFnet for simultaneous source data deblending. Petroleum Science, 21(3), 1649‑1659.
Cited by: 1

2. Low‑amplitude structure recognition method based on non‑subsampled contourlet transform. Petroleum Science.(2024)
Cited by: 1

3. Seismic Data Reconstruction via Least‑Squares Generative Adversarial Networks With Inverse Interpolation. IEEE Transactions on Geoscience and Remote Sensing.(2025)
Cited by: 1

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chao Li’s pioneering work at the interface of geophysics and artificial intelligence is reshaping the future of seismic data interpretation, enabling smarter, data-driven exploration. His vision emphasizes leveraging AI-powered geoscience solutions to advance sustainable resource utilization and strengthen global resilience in energy and environmental systems.

Tianyuan Liu | Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tianyuan Liu | Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award

Master’s Supervisor | Donghua University | China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tianyuan Liu, affiliated with Donghua University, Shanghai, China, is a distinguished researcher specializing in industrial intelligence, human-centric manufacturing, and vision-based quality inspection. With 43 publications, 1,103 citations, and an h-index of 17, Dr. Liu’s work reflects significant academic impact and steady scholarly growth in intelligent industrial systems. His research integrates cognitive computing, deep learning, and large language models to enhance manufacturing precision, reliability, and adaptability. Notably, his 2025 article “Analysis of causes of welding defects in bridge weathering steel based on large language models” in the Journal of Industrial Information Integration demonstrates his pioneering approach to applying AI-driven diagnostic systems in structural materials engineering. Another major contribution, “Causal deep learning for explainable vision-based quality inspection under visual interference” published in Journal of Intelligent Manufacturing, advances explainable AI (XAI) frameworks for real-time industrial inspection, ensuring transparency and accuracy in automated decision-making. His review, “Towards cognition-augmented human-centric assembly: A visual computation perspective”, underscores his vision for augmenting human intelligence with computational cognition to achieve collaborative, efficient, and sustainable manufacturing systems. Furthermore, his book chapter “Industrial Intelligence: Methods and Applications” provides a comprehensive view of the synergy between AI and industrial processes, shaping the academic and applied discourse in smart factories. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Liu’s contributions collectively enhance the fusion of AI, cognition, and industrial engineering, driving forward the next generation of intelligent, explainable, and human-oriented manufacturing ecosystems.

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Featured Publications

1. Zhang, R., Lv, Q., Li, J., Bao, J., Liu, T., & Liu, S. (2022). A reinforcement learning method for human-robot collaboration in assembly tasks. Robotics and Computer-Integrated Manufacturing, 73, 102227.
Cited by: 182.

2. Zhou, B., Bao, J., Li, J., Lu, Y., Liu, T., & Zhang, Q. (2021). A novel knowledge graph-based optimization approach for resource allocation in discrete manufacturing workshops. Robotics and Computer-Integrated Manufacturing, 71, 102160.
Cited by: 152.

3. Zhou, B., Shen, X., Lu, Y., Li, X., Hua, B., Liu, T., & Bao, J. (2023). Semantic-aware event link reasoning over industrial knowledge graph embedding time series data. International Journal of Production Research, 61(12), 4117–4134.
Cited by: 123.

4. Zhou, B., Li, X., Liu, T., Xu, K., Liu, W., & Bao, J. (2024). CausalKGPT: Industrial structure causal knowledge-enhanced large language model for cause analysis of quality problems in aerospace product manufacturing. Advanced Engineering Informatics, 59, 102333.
Cited by: 114.

5. Liu, T., Bao, J., Wang, J., & Zhang, Y. (2018). A hybrid CNN–LSTM algorithm for online defect recognition of CO₂ welding. Sensors, 18(12), 4369.
Cited by: 105.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tianyuan Liu’s research bridges artificial intelligence and industrial engineering, advancing smart, explainable, and human-centric manufacturing solutions that empower global industry transformation.

Minoru Sasaki | Artificial Intelligence | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Minoru Sasaki | Artificial Intelligence | Best Researcher Award

Organizing Committee | Gifu University | Japan

Prof. Dr. Minoru Sasaki, a distinguished Emeritus Professor at Gifu University, has made significant contributions to the fields of mechanical engineering, control systems, and mechatronics throughout his academic and professional career. With a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Tohoku University (1985), he has held various academic positions in Japan and internationally, including visiting professorships at UCLA, Georgia Institute of Technology, and King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi. He has also served in numerous leadership roles at Gifu University, such as Department Chair, Assistant President, and Director of the Career Center. His professional affiliations include IEEE Life Senior Member, ASME, JSME, SICE (Fellow), RSJ, JSASS, and others. He has actively contributed to global academic and research communities through editorial roles in prestigious journals and program committees of international conferences. His involvement extends to advisory roles and leadership positions within key engineering societies in Japan and abroad. A prolific researcher, Dr. Sasaki has authored 202 publications, which have been cited by 966, reflecting a strong academic impact with an h-index of 14. These metrics highlight the depth and relevance of his research in intelligent mechanical systems and applied electromagnetics.

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Featured Publications

1. Taheri, S. M., Matsushita, K., & Sasaki, M. (2017). Virtual reality driving simulation for measuring driver behavior and characteristics. Journal of Transportation Technologies, 7(02), 123.
Cited by 84.

2. Takayama, K., & Sasaki, M. (1983). Effects of radius of curvature and initial angle on the shock transition over concave and convex walls. Report of the Institute of High Speed Mechanics, 46, 1–30.
Cited by 66.

3. Yoshida, T., Sasaki, M., Ikeda, K., Mochizuki, M., Nogami, Y., & Inokuchi, K. (2002). Prediction of coal liquefaction reactivity by solid state 13C NMR spectral data. Fuel, 81(11-12), 1533–1539.
Cited by 64.

4. Endo, T., Sasaki, M., Matsuno, F., & Jia, Y. (2016). Contact-force control of a flexible Timoshenko arm in rigid/soft environment. IEEE Transactions on Automatic Control, 62(5), 2546–2553.
Cited by 61.

5. Takeda, K., Sasaki, M., Kieda, N., Katayama, K., Kako, T., Hashimoto, K., … (2001). Preparation of transparent super-hydrophobic polymer film with brightness enhancement property. Journal of Materials Science Letters, 20(23), 2131–2133.
Cited by 56.