Alatwinusa Mpwaga | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Alatwinusa Mpwaga | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Researcher at Guangdong Ocean University, China

Dr. Alatwinusa Mpwaga is a distinguished aquaculture specialist with a comprehensive educational background and notable work experience in the field. She earned her PhD in Aquaculture from Guangdong Ocean University’s Fisheries College, specializing in Aquatic Animal Nutrition and Feed. Prior to this, she obtained a Master of Science in Aquaculture from Zhenjiang Ocean University, focusing on Aquaculture Process and Technology. Her foundational education includes a Bachelor of Science in Aquaculture from Sokoine University of Agriculture.

Professional Profiles:

šŸ“š Education:

Dr. Alatwinusa Mpwaga has a robust educational background in the field of aquaculture. From 2021 to 2024, she pursued her PhD in Aquaculture at Guangdong Ocean University, within the Fisheries College’s Laboratory of Aquatic Animal Nutrition and Feed. Prior to this, from 2019 to 2021, she earned a Master of Science in Aquaculture from Zhenjiang Ocean University, where she specialized in Aquaculture Process and Technology through the Fisheries College. Dr. Mpwaga’s foundational education was completed from 2013 to 2016, when she obtained her Bachelor of Science in Aquaculture from Sokoine University of Agriculture. At Sokoine, she studied within the College of Agriculture’s Department of Animal, Aquaculture, and Range Sciences (DAARS).

Pofessional Experience:

In 2016, Dr. Alatwinusa Mpwaga completed an internship at Kiwila Fish Belt in Mbeya, Tanzania. From 2017 to 2019, she served as a farm manager at Galawani Farm Investment in Mkulanga, Tanzania. During this period, she undertook a variety of responsibilities, including educating farmers on fish pond management, instructing students from various colleges, planning breeding programs, overseeing the hatching and rearing of fish, ensuring adequate water supply, and maintaining detailed records of stocks, markets, and sales.

Skills :

Dr. Alatwinusa Mpwaga possesses a strong background in research and data analysis, with extensive experience in designing and implementing research projects, collecting and analyzing data, and presenting findings in a clear and concise manner. She has worked with various types of aquatic organisms, including fish and shellfish, demonstrating a broad range of practical skills. Dr. Mpwaga excels in communication, which is essential for interacting with colleagues, presenting research findings, and writing scientific papers. Additionally, she has expertise in statistical data analysis using SPSS and Excel, conducting laboratory experiments, and formulating fish and shrimp feed. Her experience extends to culturing and sampling fish and shrimp. Dr. Mpwaga is proficient in working both independently and collaboratively within a team setting.

achievements:

Dr. Alatwinusa Mpwaga has been recognized for her exceptional academic achievements. She was honored as an Outstanding Student in Guangdong province, China, for the 2021/2022 academic year. Her commitment to excellence continued to be acknowledged, as she again received the Outstanding Student award in Guangdong province for the 2023/2024 academic year.

šŸ“šPublications :

Protective effects of butyric acid during heat stress on the survival, immune response, histopathology, and gene expression in the hepatopancreas of juvenile Pacific shrimp (L. vannamei)

Authors: Yohana, M.A., Ray, G.W., Yang, Q., Ge, Z., Feng, L.

Year: 2024

Citations: 1

Investigating the impacts of replacing fishmeal with dietary wheat gluten meal on the growth, immunity, and disease resistance of juvenile pearl gentian groupers

Authors: Gyan, R.W., Yohana, M.A., Yang, Q., Chi, S., Yi, Y.

Year: 2024

Citations: 0

The effects of dietary L-carnitine supplementation in fish diet containing high corn gluten meal on immunity, lipid metabolism, and metabolomics in juvenile hybrid grouper (♀Epinephelus fuscoguttatus Ɨ ♂Epinephelus lanceolatus)

Authors: Gyan, W.R., Yohana, M.A., Yang, Q., Chi, S., Yi, Y.

Year: 2024

Citations: 2

Response of gut microbiota, antioxidation, and disease resistance to Pacific shrimp fed distiller’s dried grains with solubles replaced soybean meal

Authors: Yohana, M.A., Ray, G.W., Qihui, Y., Ge, Z.B., Feng, L.

Year: 2024

Citations: 0

Understanding the detrimental effects of heavy metal pollution in shrimp farming and treatment methods – a review

Authors: Derrick, A., Yohana, M.A., Yudong, Z., Tan, B., Zhang, S.

Year: 2024

Citations: 0

Implications of dietary soybean meal replacement with corn gluten meal on growth performance, antioxidant activities, hepatopancreatic histopathology, and intestinal flora of juvenile Pacific shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei)

Authors: Yohana, M.A., Ray, G.W., Yang, Q., Mao, M., Yi, Y.

Year: 2023

Citations: 2

A Review on the Use of Azolla Meal as a Feed Ingredient in Aquatic Animals’ Diets

Authors: Yohana, M.A., Ray, G.W., Yang, Q., Shiyu, K., Derrick, A.

Year: 2023

Citations: 2

Effect of corn gluten meal on the replacement of soybean meal on the survival, biochemical and metabolic responses, and disease resistance of Pacific white shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei)

Authors: Yohana, M.A., Ray, G.W., Yang, Q., Shuyan, C., Junming, D.

Year: 2023

Citations: 4

Corrigendum: Effects of dietary glycerol monolaurate on growth, antioxidant capacity and lipid metabolism in cage-farmed pompano (Trachinotus ovatus) juveniles (Front. Mar. Sci., (2022), 9, (914134), 10.3389/fmars.2022.914134)

Authors: Lin, H., Tan, B., Yang, Q., Ray, G.W., Yohana, M.A.

Year: 2022

Citations: 0

Effects of Dietary Glycerol Monolaurate on Growth, Antioxidant Capacity and Lipid Metabolism in Cage-Farmed Pompano (Trachinotus ovatus) Juveniles

Authors: Lin, H., Tan, B., Yang, Q., Ray, G.W., Yohana, M.A.

Year: 2022

Citations: 9

 

 

Guangchuan Zhang | Electrospray | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Guangchuan Zhang | Electrospray | Best Researcher Award

Postdoctoral fellow at Beihang University, China

Dr. Guangchuan Zhang is a distinguished scholar in the field of Aerospace Science and Technology. He earned his Ph.D. from Beihang University in June 2023, where he also completed his Master’s degree in January 2019 and his Bachelor’s degree in June 2016, all within the same discipline. His research experience is extensive, including a top grant from the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation for his work on External Discharge EƗB Vortex Plasma Propulsion and another special grant for studying angular currents and the driving mechanisms of charged particles in magnetic nozzles. Dr. Zhang’s professional journey has led him to the School of Astronautics at Beihang University, where he currently holds the Excellence 100 Postdoctoral Fellowship, reflecting his ongoing commitment and significant contributions to aerospace engineering.

Professional Profiles:

šŸ“š Education:

Dr. Guangchuan Zhang completed his PhD in Engineering in Aerospace Science and Technology at Beihang University from September 2019 to June 2023. Prior to his doctoral studies, he earned his Master’s degree in Engineering in Aerospace Science and Technology at the same university, studying from September 2016 to January 2019. Dr. Zhang began his academic journey in Aerospace Science and Technology with a Bachelor’s degree from Beihang University, where he studied from September 2012 to June 2016.

Pofessional Experience:

Since July 2023, Dr. Guangchuan Zhang has been working at the School of Astronautics, Beihang University, where he holds the prestigious Excellence 100 Postdoctoral Fellowship at Beihang University (BUAA).

Research Experience:

Dr. Guangchuan Zhang has significant research experience, including being awarded the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation 74th Top Grant for his work on “External Discharge EƗB Vortex Plasma Propulsion: Strong Outflow Current Acceleration and Cross-Field Transport Mechanisms.” Additionally, he received a Special Grant from the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation for his research on the “Evolution of Angular Currents and Driving Mechanism of Charged Particles in Magnetic Nozzles with Dual Magnetic Mirrors.”

šŸ“šPublications :

A comparative study on the acceleration techniques for solving finite difference discretization poisson’s equation in the PIC/MCC Method

Authors: Li, Y., Wang, W., Su, X., Zhang, G., Tang, H.

Citations: 0

Year: 2024

A combined measurement method of thrust vector and roll torque for low power Hall-effect thrusters

Authors: Zhang, Z., Zhang, G., Mao, R., Ren, J., Tang, H.

Citations: 0

Year: 2023

A fully kinetic study on the plasma detachment processes in the collisionless propulsive magnetic nozzle

Authors: Chen, Z., Wu, K., Wang, Y., Li, M., Tang, H.

Citations: 0

Year: 2023

Plume deflection using an asymmetrical magnetic nozzle for an applied-field magnetoplasmadynamic thruster—An experimental demonstration and numerical analysis

Authors: Chen, Z., Wang, Y., Li, M., Ren, J., Tang, H.

Citations: 2

Year: 2023

Plasma diagnosis inside the discharge channel of a low-power Hall thruster working on Xe/Kr mixtures

Authors: Zhang, G., Ren, J., Tang, H., Zhang, Z., Cao, J.

Citations: 3

Year: 2023

Roll torque measurement and interpretation of low power Hall-effect thrusters

Authors: Zhang, Z., Zhang, G., Qi, J., Tang, H., Wu, J.

Citations: 2

Year: 2023

Simultaneous experimental verification of indirect thrust measurement method based on Hall-effect thruster and plasma plume

Authors: Zhang, Z., Zhang, Z., Wang, Y., Tang, H., Cao, J.

Citations: 5

Year: 2022

Magnetic field deflection in a 100 W Hall thruster with permanent magnets

Authors: Zhang, G., Ren, J., Tang, H., Zhang, Z., Cao, J.

Citations: 3

Year: 2022

Investigation on operational stability of a pulsed plasma thruster with a pressure probe

Authors: Zhang, Z., SchƤfer, F., Zhang, G., Herdrich, G., York, T.M.

Citations: 9

Year: 2022

Plasma diagnosis of an unclosed e Ɨ B drift thruster with a visible ionization zone

Authors: Zhang, G., Ren, J., Tang, H., Zhang, Z., Cao, J.

Citations: 2

Year: 2022

 

 

Aleksandar Jovanovic | Engineering Award | Most Reader’s Article Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Aleksandar Jovanovic | Engineering Award | Most Reader’s Article Award

professor at Faculty of engineering University of Kraguejvac, Serbia

Dr. Aleksandar Jovanovic is a distinguished academic with extensive experience in transportation and traffic engineering. He completed his PhD at the University of Belgrade in 2017, focusing on Operations Research in Urban Transportation. His academic journey also includes an MSc and BSc in Traffic Engineering and Urban Transportation from the same institution. Dr. Jovanovic’s career encompasses a range of positions, including his current role as Associate Professor at the University of Kragujevac, Serbia, where he has been employed since November 2022. He has previously served as a Postdoctoral Associate at the University of Pittsburgh, and as a Visiting Scholar there. His earlier roles include Assistant Professor at the University of Kragujevac, and Visiting Assistant Professor at the University of Banja Luka. His teaching experience spans undergraduate and graduate courses in traffic engineering, both in Serbia and the United States. He has been recognized with several honors, including a Professional Development Award in 2023 and the Best Paper Award at ICCMAE 2018. Dr. Jovanovic was also a recipient of the Serbian Governmental Scholarship from 2006 to 2017.

Professional Profiles:

šŸ“š Education:

Dr. Aleksandar Jovanovic completed his PhD at the University of Belgrade, Serbia, in October 2017, specializing in Operations Research in Urban Transportation at the Faculty of Transport and Traffic Engineering. Prior to this, he earned his MSc in Traffic Engineering from the same institution in October 2011. Dr. Jovanovic’s academic journey began with a BSc in Urban Transportation, also from the University of Belgrade, awarded in October 2010.

Pofessional Experience:

Dr. Aleksandar Jovanovic has accumulated a wealth of experience in academia and research. From November 2022 to October 2023, he served as a Postdoctoral Associate at the University of Pittsburgh’s Swanson School of Engineering. Prior to this, he was a Visiting Scholar at the same institution from August to November 2021. Currently, Dr. Jovanovic holds the position of Associate Professor at the Department for Motor Vehicles and Motors at the University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Engineering in Serbia, a role he has occupied since November 2022. He previously served as an Assistant Professor at the same department from September 2018 to November 2022 and as a Visiting Assistant Professor at the University of Banja Luka, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, from March 2019 to October 2022. Earlier in his career, Dr. Jovanovic was a Teaching Assistant in the Department of Road Traffic at the State Engineering College of Applied Studies ā€œTehnikum Taurunumā€ in Belgrade from September 2016 to September 2018, and a Junior Teaching Assistant at the State Technical College of Applied Studies in Kragujevac from September 2013 to September 2015.

Teaching Experience:

Dr. Aleksandar Jovanovic has an extensive teaching background, spanning both undergraduate and graduate courses. At the University of Pittsburgh, he has served as a Co-Instructor for the undergraduate courses ā€œTraffic Control Systemsā€ in Spring 2023 and ā€œTraffic Management and Operationsā€ in Fall 2023. At the University of Kragujevac, his teaching roles included instructing undergraduate courses such as ā€œUrban Transportationā€ from Spring 2018 to 2022, ā€œTraffic Safetyā€ from Fall 2018 to 2021, and ā€œInformatics in Traffic Engineeringā€ from Spring 2018 to 2022. He also co-instructed ā€œTraffic and Traffic Roadsā€ from Fall 2018 to 2020. For graduate students at the University of Kragujevac, Dr. Jovanovic taught ā€œInformatic Systems in Traffic Engineeringā€ in Spring 2018 to 2022, and ā€œOperations Research Applications in Traffic Engineeringā€ from Fall 2019 to 2021. Additionally, he provided a lecture on ā€œApplications of Fuzzy Logic Systems in Traffic Signal Controlā€ for graduate students at the Pittsburgh Intelligent Transportation Systems (PITTs) Lab in Fall 2021.

Awards And Honors:

Dr. Aleksandar Jovanovic has received several notable honors and awards throughout his career. In 2023, he was recognized with a Professional Development Award for his poster presentation at the Postdoctoral Data and Dine Symposium. In 2019, he earned the Best Paper Award at the International Conference on Computational Mathematics and Engineering (ICCMAE) 2018 in Timisoara, specifically in the Applied/Computational Mathematics section. Additionally, between 2006 and 2017, Dr. Jovanovic was a recipient of the Serbian Governmental Scholarship, reflecting his academic excellence and commitment to his field.

Skills:

Dr. Aleksandar Jovanovic possesses a diverse set of computer skills and competencies. In the field of traffic simulation and analysis, he is proficient with tools such as PTV Vissim (including COM and VAP), HCS+T7F, Synchro, and SUMO. For design tasks, he utilizes AutoCAD. Additionally, Dr. Jovanovic is skilled in scripting languages, including Matlab and Python, which he employs for various analytical and programming tasks.

šŸ“šPublications :

“Area-wide urban traffic control: A Bee Colony Optimization approach”
Authors: A Jovanović, M Nikolić, D Teodorović
Citations: 85
Year: 2017

“Green vehicle routing in urban zones–A neuro-fuzzy approach”
Authors: AD Jovanović, DS Pamučar, S Pejčić-Tarle
Citations: 82
Year: 2014

“Pre-timed control for an under-saturated and over-saturated isolated intersection: a Bee Colony Optimization approach”
Authors: A Jovanović, D Teodorović
Citations: 26
Year: 2017

“Ecology based network traffic control: A bee colony optimization approach”
Authors: A Jovanović, A Stevanović, N Dobrota, D Teodorović
Citations: 13
Year: 2022

“Fixed-time traffic control at superstreet intersections by bee colony optimization”
Authors: A Jovanović, D Teodorović
Citations: 12
Year: 2022

“The assessment and selection of suppliers using AHP and MABAC with type-2 fuzzy numbers in automotive industry”
Authors: N Komatina, D Tadić, A Aleksić, AD Jovanović
Citations: 11
Year: 2023

“Restricted crossing U-turn traffic control by interval Type-2 fuzzy logic”
Authors: A Jovanović, K Kukić, A Stevanović, D Teodorović
Citations: 11
Year: 2023

“Type-2 fuzzy logic based transit priority strategy”
Authors: A Jovanović, D Teodorović
Citations: 10
Year: 2022

“A fuzzy logic simulation model for controlling an oversaturated diverge diamond interchange and ramp metering system”
Authors: A Jovanović, K Kukić, A Stevanović
Citations: 9
Year: 2021

“Multi-objective optimization of a single intersection”
Authors: A Jovanović, D Teodorović
Citations: 8
Year: 2021

 

 

Nabila Belyagoubi Benhammou | Phytochemistry | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Nabila Belyagoubi Benhammou | Phytochemistry | Best Researcher Award

professor at Tlemcen University, Algeria

Dr. Nabila Belyagoubi Benhammou is a prominent researcher and academic currently serving as the Editor in Chief of the Journal of Natural Product Research and Applications (JNPRA) since 2021. She is a permanent teacher and researcher at Tlemcen University, where she works in the Natural Products Laboratory. Dr. Benhammou leads Team 2, focusing on the Phytochemistry of Bioactive Substances and Microbial Ecology, and is responsible for the Master’s training program in Bioactivities, Analysis, and Control of Essential and Vegetable Oils (BAACHEV). Her academic achievements include securing the first position nationally for promotion to the Professor grade at the University of Tlemcen in July 2020. She earned her University Habilitation in Biology in January 2014 and holds a Magister of Biology degree (2006) with a specialization in Natural Substances, Biological Activities, and Syntheses from Abou Bekr Belkaid University. Additionally, she has a diploma as an Engineer of State in Analysis and Quality Control (2003) and a Baccalaureat in Natural Science and Life (1997), both from Abou Bekr Belkaid University and College Yagmouracen, respectively.

Professional Profiles:

šŸ“š Education:

Dr. Nabila Belyagoubi Benhammou has had a distinguished academic career marked by several significant achievements. On July 15, 2020, she secured the first position at the national level for promotion to the Professor grade at the University of Tlemcen. She received her University Habilitation in Biology on January 10, 2014. Dr. Benhammou earned her Magister of Biology degree in 2006, specializing in Natural Substances, Biological Activities, and Syntheses (NSBAS) from the Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences, Abou Bekr Belkaid University in Algeria. In 2003, she obtained a diploma qualifying her as an Engineer of State in Analysis and Quality Control (AQC) from the same institution. Her academic journey began with a Baccalaureat in Natural Science and Life (NSL) from College Yagmouracen in Tlemcen, Algeria, in 1997.

Pofessional Experience:

Dr. Nabila Belyagoubi Benhammou currently serves as the Editor in Chief of the Journal of Natural Product Research and Applications (JNPRA), a role she has held since 2021. She is a permanent teacher and researcher at Tlemcen University, working in the Natural Products Laboratory. Dr. Benhammou leads Team 2, which focuses on the Phytochemistry of Bioactive Substances and Microbial Ecology. Additionally, she is responsible for the Master’s training program in Bioactivities, Analysis, and Control of Essential and Vegetable Oils (BAACHEV). For more information about the journal, you can visit JNPRA.

Patent:

In June 2022, Dr. Nabila Belyagoubi Benhammou filed a patent pending for a significant innovation: Patent N°220471. This patent pertains to “A powerful extract of Anabasis articulata intended for the treatment of breast cancer or for inhibition of metastases.” The extract is notable for its mechanism involving the activation of the p53/p21^WAF1/Cip1/p27^Kip1 pathway and the triggering of the senescence process, representing a new potential anticancer target.

šŸ“šPublications :

“Enzyme inhibitory, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities of Anabasis articulata phenolic-rich extract; in vitro, in vivo, and in silico studies”

Authors: Not specified in the provided text.

Citations: Not specified.

Year: 2024

Journal: Plant Biosystems – An International Journal Dealing with all Aspects of Plant Biology

DOI: 10.1080/11263504.2024.2371457

“Anabasis articulata (Forssk.) Moq. food aqueous extract triggers oxidative stress-induced senescence and reduces metastatic power in MDA-MB-231 cells”

Authors: Not specified in the provided text.

Citations: Not specified.

Year: 2024

Journal: Journal of Functional Foods

DOI: 10.1016/j.jff.2024.106203

“Potential bioactivity of Algerian olive pomace hydro-ethanolic extract: phytochemical investigation, antioxidant activity, and acute toxicity”

Authors: Not specified in the provided text.

Citations: Not specified.

Year: 2024

Journal: Toxicology and Environmental Health Sciences

DOI: 10.1007/s13530-023-00197-2

“Nutraceutical Content and Biological Properties of Lipophilic and Hydrophilic Fractions of the Phytocomplex from Pistacia atlantica Desf. Buds, Roots, and Fruits”

Authors: Not specified in the provided text.

Citations: Not specified.

Year: 2024

Journal: Plants

DOI: 10.3390/plants13050611

“Bioactivity and applications of saffron floral bio-residues (tepals): a natural by-product for the food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries”

Authors: Not specified in the provided text.

Citations: Not specified.

Year: 2023

Journal: Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition

DOI: 10.1080/10408398.2023.2199434

“Leaf-buds of Pistacia atlantica: a novel source of bioactive molecules with high anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-tyrosinase and antimicrobial properties”

Authors: Not specified in the provided text.

Citations: Not specified.

Year: 2023

Journal: Physiology and Molecular Biology of Plants

DOI: 10.1007/s12298-023-01290-z

“Echinops spinosissimus Turra Root Methanolic Extract: Characterization of the Bioactive Components and Relative Wound Healing, Antimicrobial and Antioxidant Properties”

Authors: Not specified in the provided text.

Citations: Not specified.

Year: 2022

Journal: Plants

DOI: 10.3390/plants11243440

“From Traditional Knowledge to Modern Formulation: Potential and Prospects of Pistacia atlantica Desf. Essential and Fixed Oils Uses in Cosmetics”

Authors: Not specified in the provided text.

Citations: Not specified.

Year: 2022

Journal: Cosmetics

DOI: 10.3390/cosmetics9060109

“Identification of Sterols from Anabasis articulata (Forssk.) Moq. (Chenopodiaceae) Growing in Algeria and Study of Their Potential Bioactivity”

Authors: Not specified in the provided text.

Citations: Not specified.

Year: 2022

Journal: Waste and Biomass Valorization

DOI: 10.1007/s12649-022-01717-w

“Valorization of Algerian Saffron: Stigmas and Flowers as Source of Bioactive Compounds”

Authors: Not specified in the provided text.

Citations: Not specified.

Year: 2021

Journal: Waste and Biomass Valorization

DOI: 10.1007/s12649-021-01454-6

 

 

Zehra Karapinar Senturk | Data mining | Most Reader’s Article Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Zehra Karapinar Senturk | Data mining | Most Reader’s Article Award

Associate professor Doctorate at Duzce University, Turkey

Dr. Zehra Karapinar Senturk is an accomplished academic currently serving as an Associate Professor at Duzce University, Faculty of Engineering, Department of Computer Engineering, within the Computer Software Division. She assumed this role on May 26, 2023, after serving as an Assistant Professor in the same department from December 7, 2017, to May 25, 2023. Her academic journey at Duzce University began as a Research Assistant in the Department of Computer Engineering, a position she held from January 14, 2010, until her promotion to Assistant Professor. Dr. Karapinar Senturk earned her doctoral degree from Sakarya University, Institute of Science, in December 2016, with a thesis titled “Sayısal gƶrüntülerde piksel yolu Ƨıkarma esaslı boyut değişikliği tespiti,” under the supervision of Devrim Akgün. She completed her Master’s degree at Duzce University, Institute of Science, in December 2011, with a thesis on “Veri madenciliği ile kanser tanısı,” advised by Assistant Professor Dr. Resul Kara. Her academic foundation was laid at Atilim University, where she obtained her Bachelor’s degree from the Faculty of Engineering in June 2009.

Professional Profiles:

šŸ“š Education:

Dr. Zehra Karapinar Senturk completed her doctoral studies at Sakarya University, Institute of Science, in December 2016. Her thesis, titled “Sayısal gƶrüntülerde piksel yolu Ƨıkarma esaslı boyut değişikliği tespiti,” was supervised by Devrim Akgün. Prior to her Ph.D., she earned her Master’s degree from Duzce University, Institute of Science, in December 2011. Her Master’s thesis, “Veri madenciliği ile kanser tanısı,” was advised by Assistant Professor Dr. Resul Kara. Dr. Karapinar Senturk’s academic journey began with a Bachelor’s degree from Atilim University, Faculty of Engineering, which she completed in June 2009.

Pofessional Experience:

Dr. Zehra Karapinar Senturk currently holds the academic title of Associate Professor at Duzce University, in the Faculty of Engineering, Department of Computer Engineering, specifically within the Computer Software Division, a position she has held since May 26, 2023. Prior to this, she served as an Assistant Professor in the same department from December 7, 2017, to May 25, 2023. Dr. Karapinar Senturk’s academic career at Duzce University began as a Research Assistant in the Faculty of Engineering, Department of Computer Engineering, where she worked from January 14, 2010, until her promotion to Assistant Professor in 2017.

Awards and Honors:

Dr. Zehra Karapinar Senturk has received notable awards in her academic career. In 2013, she was honored with the Best Paper Award by Girne American University in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. Earlier, in 2009, she successfully completed the Minor Program in the Department of Mathematics at Atilim University, receiving recognition for her achievement.

šŸ“šPublications :

Comparative Analysis of Thresholding Methods to Facilitate Decision Making over Microscopic Skin Image

Authors: R. Güler, Z.K. Şentürk

Citations: Not available

Year: 2023

From Signal to Image: An Effective Preprocessing to Enable Deep Learning-Based Classification of ECG

Author: Z.K. Senturk

Citations: 8

Year: 2023

Layer Recurrent Neural Network-Based Diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease Using Voice Features

Author: Z.K. Senturk

Citations: 7

Year: 2022

Amphibian Species Detection in Water Reservoirs Using Artificial Neural Networks for Ecology-Friendly City Planning

Author: Z.K. Senturk

Citations: 3

Year: 2022

An Improved Deep Learning-Based Cervical Cancer Detection Using a Median Filter Based Preprocessing

Authors: Z.K. Şentürk, S. Uzun

Citations: 12

Year: 2022

A Machine Learning Method for Detecting the Trace of Seam Carving

Authors: Z.K. Senturk, D. Akgun

Citations: 1

Year: 2021

Artificial Neural Networks Based Survival Prediction of Heart Failure Using Only Serum Creatinine and Ejection Fraction

Author: Z.K. Senturk

Citations: Not available

Year: 2021

Machine Learning-Based Hand Gesture Recognition via EMG Data

Authors: Z. Karapinar Senturk, M. Sevgul Bakay

Citations: 27

Year: 2021

Gait Data for Efficient Gender Recognition

Author: Z.K. Şentürk

Citations: 1

Year: 2021

A Transfer Learning-Based Deep Learning Approach for Automated Covid-19 Diagnosis with Audio Data

Authors: D. Akgün, A.T. Kabakuş, Z.K. Şentürk, A. Şentürk, E. Küçükkülahli

Citations: 9

Year: 2021

 

Pema Dendup | Conservation biology | Most Reader’s Article Award

Mr. Pema Dendup | Conservation biology | Most Reader’s Article Award

Dy. Chief Forestry Officer at Divisional Forest Office-Sarpang, DoFPS, RGoB, Bhutan

Mr. Pema Dendup is a Bhutanese national serving as the Deputy Chief Forestry Officer at the Divisional Forest Office in Sarpang, Bhutan. He is affiliated with the Department of Forests and Park Services under the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources of the Royal Government of Bhutan. With extensive experience in forestry and conservation, Mr. Dendup has held various roles, including Sr. Forestry Officer at Jigme Dorji National Park and Researcher at the Ugyen Wangchuck Institute for Conservation and Environmental Research. He holds a Master’s degree in Conservation Biology from the University of Kent, UK, and has been recognized for his contributions with awards such as the Royal Civil Service Award (Silver Medal) and scholarships from the Durrell Institute of Conservation and Ecology. His career spans teaching, research, and leadership in environmental management, emphasizing sustainable practices and biodiversity conservation in Bhutan.

Professional Profiles:

šŸ“š Education:

Mr. Pema Dendup pursued his Master of Science in Conservation Biology at the Durrell Institute of Conservation and Ecology, University of Kent, United Kingdom, from 2018 to 2019. Prior to this, he completed a Bachelor of Science in Forestry with a major in Applied Conservation Science at the College of Natural Resources, Royal University of Bhutan, spanning from 2012 to 2014. His academic journey began with a Diploma in Forestry at the College of Natural Resources, Royal University of Bhutan, which he completed from 1998 to 2001. For his Master’s thesis, Mr. Pema Dendup conducted research on the distribution, habitat requirements, and threat analysis of the red panda (Ailurus fulgens) in the Khamaed sub-district of Jigme Dorji National Park, Bhutan. His Bachelor’s thesis focused on studying the influence of natural and anthropogenic disturbances on the presence of the red panda (Ailurus fulgens fulgens) in Thrumshingla National Park, Bhutan.

Pofessional Experience:

Mr. Pema Dendup has held various significant roles in the field of forestry and conservation. Currently serving as the Deputy Chief Forestry Officer at the Divisional Forest Office in Sarpang, Sarpangtar, SARPANG since 2024, he oversees strategic forestry management and conservation efforts. Prior to this role, from 2020 to 2023, he served as a Senior Forestry Officer at Jigme Dorji National Park in Damji, GASA, contributing to biodiversity conservation and park management. In 2016, he briefly acted as the Officiating Park Manager at Jigme Dorji National Park, GASA, before continuing as a Forestry Officer until 2019. His career in forestry began as a Forest Ranger at Phrumsengla National Park in Ura, BUMTHANG, where he served from 2001 to 2010. Between 2010 and 2015, he furthered his expertise as a Researcher at the Ugyen Wangchuck Institute for Conservation and Environmental Research in Lamai Goempa, BUMTHANG, focusing on environmental research and conservation initiatives.

Teaching Experience:

Mr. Pema Dendup has extensive experience in teaching and curriculum development within the field of conservation and forestry. Recently, he served as an adjunct lecturer, instructing 4th-year BSc Forestry students at the College of Natural Resources, Royal University of Bhutan, during the Fall Semester of 2023, focusing on Applied Conservation Science. From April 2010 to December 2015, he played a pivotal role at the Ugyen Wangchuck Institute for Conservation and Environmental Research in Bhutan. Here, he facilitated a One-Year Certificate Course in Conservation, Environment, and Forestry Studies, emphasizing forest surveying and mapping techniques. Additionally, Mr. Dendup designed tailor-made courses for forestry officials from protected areas and territorial forest divisions, covering topics such as the application of GIS and GPS in conservation, rapid biodiversity assessment techniques, and survey designing and reporting.

Awards:

Mr. Pema Dendup has been recognized for his exceptional achievements throughout his academic and professional career. In 2023, he was specially nominated by the Royal Civil Service Commission for the Leadership Development Program, marking his leadership potential as a P3 level officer at the Royal Institute of Management in Thimphu. He received the Royal Civil Service Award (Silver Medal) in 2022 from His Majesty the King of Bhutan for his dedicated 20 years of service in the civil sector. In 2019, he graduated with a Master’s degree in Conservation Biology from the Durrell Institute of Conservation and Ecology at the University of Kent, UK, supported by a prestigious scholarship from DICE. Prior to this, he achieved Outstanding Performance as the top student in the forestry faculty, graduating with a Bachelor’s degree in Forestry (major in Applied Conservation Science) from the College of Natural Resources in 2014.

šŸ“šPublications :

Photographic evidence suggests habitat overlap and co-occurrence of tigers and snow leopards in Jigme Dorji National Park, Bhutan

Authors: Pema Dendup, C. Lham

Source: ORYX, 2024, 58(1), pp. 121–124

Tiger abundance and ecology in Jigme Dorji National Park, Bhutan

Authors: Pema Dendup, C. Lham, W. Wangchuk, Y. Jamtsho

Source: Global Ecology and Conservation, 2023, 42, e02378

Citations: 2

First confirmed record of a woolly flying squirrel (Eupetaurus sp.) in Bhutan

Authors: Y. Jamtsho, Pema Dendup, L. Wangdi, R. Dorji, B. Tshering

Source: Journal of Vertebrate Biology, 2022, 71(22007), 22007

Bird diversity and conservation threats in Jigme Dorji National Park, Bhutan

Authors: Pema Dendup, L. Wangdi, Y. Jamtsho, C. Lham, B. Tshering

Source: Global Ecology and Conservation, 2021, 30, e01771

Citations: 10

Status, distribution and conservation of red panda Ailurus Fulgens in Bhutan

Authors: L. Letro, T. Tandin, S. Wangdi, Pema Dendup, J. Millar

Source: Red Panda: Biology and Conservation of the First Panda, Second Edition, 2021, pp. 463–474

Habitat requirements of the Himalayan red panda (Ailurus fulgens) and threat analysis in Jigme Dorji National Park, Bhutan

Authors: Pema Dendup, T. Humle, D. Bista, C. Lham, J. Gyeltshen

Source: Ecology and Evolution, 2020, 10(17), pp. 9444–9453

Citations: 8

Winter distribution and poaching of musk deer, Moschus chrysogaster and Moschus leucogaster in Jigme Dorji National Park, Bhutan

Authors: Pema Dendup, Namgay, C. Lham

Source: International Journal of Conservation Science, 2018, 9(1), pp. 193–198

Citations: 10

Response of the Endangered red panda Ailurus fulgens fulgens to anthropogenic disturbances, and its distribution in Phrumsengla National Park, Bhutan

Authors: Pema Dendup, E. Cheng, C. Lham, U. Tenzin

Source: ORYX, 2017, 51(4), pp. 701–708

Citations: 12

Royal Manas National Park, Bhutan: A hot spot for wild felids

Authors: T. Tempa, M. Hebblewhite, L.S. Mills, Y. Wangdi, T. Dorji

Source: ORYX, 2013, 47(2), pp. 207–210

Citations: 23

 

Oscar Alberto Rojas Castillo | Freshwater biology | Most Reader’s Article Award

Dr. Oscar Alberto Rojas Castillo | Freshwater biology | Most Reader’s Article Award

Postdoc at University of Copenhagen, Denmark

Dr. Oscar Alberto Rojas Castillo is a dedicated researcher with a strong academic background and significant expertise in environmental biology and ecology. He completed his Ph.D. in Biology at the University of Copenhagen, Denmark, where he investigated the impacts of oil palm expansion on freshwater biodiversity and ecosystem functioning. His research has been instrumental in understanding environmental dynamics and biodiversity conservation in tropical regions, particularly focusing on the effects of land use on water quality and ecological interactions. Prior to his doctoral studies, Dr. Rojas Castillo earned his MSc. in Applied Ecology through the Erasmus Mundus program, spanning universities in France, Germany, and Portugal. During this time, he developed expertise in data analysis, GIS, and ecological modeling, emphasizing ecosystem services and biodiversity conservation.

Professional Profiles:

šŸ“š Education:

Dr. Oscar Alberto Rojas Castillo completed his Ph.D. in the Department of Biology at the University of Copenhagen, Denmark, from 2020 to 2023. His coursework included Grant Writing, Multivariate Analysis in R, Statistics in R & Data Science, Science Communication, Scientific Illustration, Spatial Analysis with QGIS & R, Responsible Conduct of Research, Academic Writing, and the Publishing Toolbox. He was awarded the Talent Ph.D. Fellowship Grant, with evaluators considering his thesis as demonstrating ā€œExcellent working knowledge.ā€ During his Ph.D. studies, he published three papers. From 2017 to 2019, Dr. Rojas Castillo pursued a Master of Science in Applied Ecology through the Erasmus Mundus program, studying at the University of Poitiers in France, the University of Kiel in Germany, and the University of Coimbra in Portugal. His courses included Data Analysis & Statistics in R, Ecology, Ecosystem Services & Conservation in Ecuador, Management of Ecosystem Biodiversity, GIS & Remote Sensing, Molecular Ecology, Modelling & Statistics in R, Ecosystem Analysis, Ecosystem Services & Conservation, Natural Resources Use & Tourism in the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, and Ecosystem Conservation in Biodiversity Hotspots in Ecuador. He was awarded the Erasmus Mundus Full-Scholarship, achieved a GPA of 4.5 (out of 5, placing him in the top 10%), and published two papers. Dr. Rojas Castillo earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology at the University of San Carlos, Guatemala, from 2010 to 2017. His coursework covered Biology, Botany, Mathematics, Sustainability, Genetics & Evolution, Zoology, Environmental Sciences, Environmental Assessments, Microbiology, Ecology, Biostatistics, Chemistry & Biochemistry. He achieved the highest GPA in the faculty, received the Academic Excellence Award, the Integral Student Award, and graduated Cum Laude.

Professional Experience:

From 2023 to June 2024, Dr. Oscar Alberto Rojas Castillo served as a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Biology Department at the University of Copenhagen, Denmark. His responsibilities included grant writing and study design for research proposals such as MARIE CURIE, VILLUM FONDEM, and DFF. He engaged in scientific writing and dissemination, contributing two scientific publications and overseeing two manuscripts. Dr. Rojas Castillo conducted data analysis and statistical work in R, including rarefactions, multivariate analyses (NMDS, CCA, PCA, RDA, PCOA), and various models (lme, lm, GAM, GLM). He also facilitated communication with stakeholders and led cross-functional collaborations with stakeholders like landowners, park rangers, NGOs, farmers, and companies, as well as researchers from diverse fields. During this period, he submitted three grant applications focused on tropical biodiversity, incorporating feedback from stakeholders, and published two papers. From 2020 to 2023, Dr. Rojas Castillo pursued his Ph.D. in the Biology Department at the University of Copenhagen, Denmark. His tasks included study design, securing funding such as the Talent Ph.D. Fellowship Grant, and conducting extensive data collection in both field and lab settings, particularly focusing on water, macroinvertebrate, and e-DNA sampling. He conducted GIS analysis, mapping and estimating stream watersheds, characterizing watershed land-use, and creating maps. Dr. Rojas Castillo managed data and performed statistical analyses in R, including meta-analysis and multivariate techniques like PCA, CCA, and NMDS, as well as modeling (lm, nlme, SEM) and hypothesis testing (ANOVA, KW, t-test, Wilcoxon-test). He actively engaged in scientific writing, publishing 4-5 scientific papers and conducting workshops in Latin America and Denmark. Additionally, he taught university courses and collaborated internationally. In 2016-2017, Dr. Rojas Castillo served as a Teaching & Research Assistant at the University of San Carlos in Guatemala. His responsibilities included administrative management and planning, organizing dissemination events such as conferences and forums, and managing a research database. He supported programs in Biodiversity Management and Water Quality and taught laboratory practices in Physio-anatomy, Genetics I, Cyto-embryology, and Zoology. He successfully completed and managed a comprehensive research database for the University and contributed to the establishment of the Biodiversity Management program, organizing several major dissemination events and instructing laboratory sessions.

Teaching Experience:

Dr. Oscar Alberto Rojas Castillo has extensive experience in teaching, supervision, and managerial roles within academic and research settings. He actively contributed to the teaching of university courses in both Denmark and Guatemala, where he also served as a guest speaker in various lectures. His supervision includes guiding two Bachelor students in Biology at the University of Guatemala, overseeing their theses on topics such as Periphyton’s response to land-use change and Macroinvertebrate’s response to organic matter availability. Additionally, he supervised one MSc. student in Nature Management at the University of Copenhagen, guiding research focused on assessing the impacts of an oil palm plantation.

In terms of managerial experience, from 2020 to 2024, Dr. Rojas Castillo led seven diverse research projects involving international collaboration across different fields. His responsibilities encompassed data acquisition and analysis on a global scale, facilitating discussions among interdisciplinary teams, and publishing four scientific studies. During his Ph.D. tenure at the University of Copenhagen, he also managed seminar series and workshops, demonstrating strong organizational skills and a commitment to advancing research and knowledge dissemination in biodiversity and ecological sciences.

Skills:

Dr. Oscar Alberto Rojas Castillo possesses a diverse skill set essential for his roles in academia and biodiversity research. He excels in grant writing and academic writing, leveraging these skills to secure funding and effectively communicate research findings. With expertise in biodiversity, he demonstrates a deep understanding of ecological systems and conservation practices. His managerial skills are evident in his ability to organize and lead projects, both locally and internationally, fostering collaborations across diverse stakeholder groups. Driven by a can-do attitude, he is self-motivated and detail-oriented, ensuring precision in research methodologies and outcomes. He operates with accountability and independence while thriving in team environments, contributing interpersonal skills that facilitate effective communication and innovative problem-solving. Creative and proactive, he approaches challenges with ingenuity, making meaningful contributions to the field of ecology and biodiversity conservation.

šŸ“šPublications :

The impacts of the oil palm expansion on freshwater biodiversity and ecosystem functioning

Type: Dissertation/Thesis

Year: 2023

Source: University of Copenhagen

Warning on nine pollutants and their effects on avian communities

Type: Journal Article

Year: 2022

Source: Global Ecology and Conservation, University of Copenhagen

DOI: 10.1016/j.gecco.2021.e01898

Effects of land use on water quality in first-order streams across tropical rainforest, milpa agriculture, and oil palm farms in the LachuĆ” Ecoregion, Guatemala: Preliminary results

Type: Online Resource

Date: November 15, 2019

Source: Rojas-Castillo, O.A.

Biological invasion in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil: Monitoring Ceratium furcoides (levander) langhans, its drivers, and ecological interactions in a high-altitude subtropical reservoir

Type: Dissertation/Thesis

Date: September 20, 2019

Source: University of Coimbra

Ɓreas y variables ambientales espaciales relacionadas en el atropellamiento y cruce de la fauna silvestre en la carretera de la Franja Transversal del Norte, CobƔn, Guatemala

Type: Journal Article

Date: December 31, 2018

Source: Ciencia, TecnologĆ­a y Salud

DOI: 10.36829/63cts.v5i2.630

Evaluación de la calidad de agua del sistema hídrico del contexto comunitario, en función del uso de la tierra de las aldeas de San Marcos, Santa Lucía y zonas vecinas, Eco-región LachuÔ, CobÔn Alta Verapaz, Guatemala

Type: Dissertation/Thesis

Date: March 16, 2017

Source: Rojas-Castillo, O.A.

 

Mudasir Hafiz Khan | Plant Breeding | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Mudasir Hafiz Khan | Plant Breeding | Best Researcher Award

Scientist at Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir, India

Dr. Mudasir Hafiz Khan is a distinguished academic with a robust background in Genetics and Plant Breeding. He earned his MSc in Agriculture with a thesis on genetic variability, diversity, and traits association in eggplant in 2003, and completed his PhD focusing on induced mutagenesis and cytogenetic studies in soybean in 2008. He has also qualified for the National Eligibility Test (ASRB) in 2010 and holds a life fellowship at the Directorate of Genetics and Plant Breeding, IASR. Dr. Khan’s professional journey includes serving as an Assistant Professor-cum-Jr. Scientist at the Division of Genetics and Plant Breeding at Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir, and various other roles such as Agriculture Extension Assistant and Technical Associate. His research contributions have been recognized with multiple awards, including the Best Thesis of the Year, the Carl Linnaeus Research Award in Botany, the Young Scientist Award, and several appreciation awards for his innovative work in saffron production technologies.

Professional Profiles:

šŸ“š Education:

Dr. Mudasir Hafiz Khan has an extensive background in agriculture, with a focus on genetics and plant breeding. He obtained his MSc in Agriculture, specializing in Genetics and Plant Breeding, in 2003. His master’s thesis was titled “Genetic variability, diversity, and traits association of yield and quality components in eggplant (Solanum melongena L.).” Dr. Khan furthered his education by earning a PhD in Genetics and Plant Breeding in 2008, with his thesis focused on “Induced mutagenesis and cytogenetic studies in soybean [Glycine max (L.) Merrill.].” In 2010, Dr. Khan qualified for the National Eligibility Test (ASRB), demonstrating his proficiency and expertise in the field. He is a Fellow and Life Member of the Directorate of Genetics and Plant Breeding at IASR. Notably, Dr. Khan has contributed to the development of DUS (Distinctness, Uniformity, and Stability) testing guidelines for Saffron and Kalazeera, showcasing his commitment to advancing agricultural practices and standards.

Professional Experience:

Dr. Mudasir Hafiz Khan has amassed significant postdoctoral experience, marked by various academic and research positions. Since August 8, 2021, he has been serving as an Assistant Professor-cum-Junior Scientist (Senior Scale) in the Division of Genetics and Plant Breeding at Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir, Shalimar, Srinagar (J&K). Prior to this, from August 8, 2017, to August 8, 2021, he held the position of Assistant Professor-cum-Junior Scientist at the same division and institution. Before his tenure as an assistant professor, Dr. Khan worked as an Agriculture Extension Assistant from December 25, 2013, to August 7, 2017, at the Department of Agriculture Kashmir, Lal Mandi, Srinagar (J&K). His early postdoctoral roles also include serving as a Technical Associate from May 24, 2012, to December 24, 2013, on the project “In-vitro development of micro corms and stigma-like structures in saffron” at the Central Institute of Temperate Horticulture, Indian Council of Agricultural Research, Srinagar. Additionally, he was a Research Associate from November 10, 2009, to May 23, 2012, working on the “Integrated farming system in Horticulture” at the Division of Agronomy, SKUAST-K, Shalimar.

Teaching Experience:

Dr. Mudasir Hafiz Khan has extensive experience in teaching both undergraduate and postgraduate courses. At the undergraduate level, he has taught a variety of courses including Plant Tissue Culture and Genetic Transformation, Floral Biology, Seed Development and Maturation, Seed Legislation and Certification, In-situ and Ex-situ Conservation of Germplasm, Breeding for Field Crops-1, Principles of Plant Breeding, Seed Production in Field Crops, DUS Testing for Plant Variety Protection, Principles of Plant Breeding (Backlog Course), Principles of Cytogenetics, Advances in Seed Science Research, Hybrid Seed Production, Principles of Seed Technology, Breeding Designer Crops, Principles of Seed Production, and Seed Quality Testing. In addition to his teaching duties, Dr. Khan has also guided and advised several students in their research. He has served as the major advisor for two M.Sc. Agriculture (Genetics & Plant Breeding) students. Furthermore, he has been a member of the advisory committee for six M.Sc. Agriculture/Horticulture students and two Ph.D. students specializing in Genetics & Plant Breeding and Fruit Sciences. His mentorship has been instrumental in the academic and research development of his students.

Honors and Awards:

Dr. Mudasir Hafiz Khan has received numerous awards and honors in recognition of his contributions to the field of genetics and plant breeding. He was awarded the Best Thesis of the Year by the Directorate of Genetics and Plant Breeding, International Agency for Standards and Ratings. In 2016, he received the prestigious ‘Carl Linnaeus Research Award in Botany’ through an international competition by Photon eBooks Publications. In 2017, he was honored with the ā€˜Young Scientist Award’ by LAP Lambert Academic Publishing, OMNIScriptum GmbH & Co. KG Bahnhofstr. 28/D-66111 Saarbrucken. Dr. Khan’s efforts have also led to the Geographical Indications Tag for Kashmiri Saffron. He was honored with an Appreciation Award by the Advisor to LG Jenab Bashir Ahmad Khan for his promotion of saffron production technologies. The Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SKUAST-Kashmir awarded him an Appreciation Certificate for his development of technologies such as ā€œIndoor Saffron Cultivationā€ and ā€œSaffron Kalazeera Intercroppingā€ during a Felicitation Ceremony organized by the Directorate of Research SKUAST-K on January 1, 2022. His research work has earned him several accolades, including the Best Poster Presentation (1st prize) for his work titled ā€œIndoor Saffron Cultivation – A novel Technology for Vertical Expansion of Saffronā€ at the International Conference on Saffron and Seed Spices held on November 7-8, 2021, organized by ARSSSS, SKUAST-Kashmir. He also received the Best Oral Presentation (1st prize) at the IV International Symposium on ā€œSaffron Biology and Technologyā€ held on October 22-25, 2012, at SKUAST-Kashmir. Additionally, he was honored with an Appreciation Letter from the Project Coordinator AICRP Spices on December 15, 2021, for his outstanding research work in saffron and Kalazeera. From October 4, 2017, to October 3, 2021, Dr. Khan served as the Academic Editor of the Research Journal ā€œInternational Journal of Biochemistry Research and Review.

šŸ“šPublications :

Correlation and path coefficient analysis of some quantitative traits in wheat
Authors: MH Khan, AN Dar
Citations: 150
Year: 2010

Effect of Sowing Methods and NPK Levels on Growth and Yield of Rainfed Maize (Zea mays L.)
Authors: S Gul, MH Khan, BA Khanday, S Nabi
Citations: 130
Year: 2015

Status and strategies in breeding for rust resistance in wheat
Authors: MH Khan, A Bukhari, ZA Dar, SM Rizvi
Citations: 106
Year: 2013

Yield stability of some soybean genotypes across diverse environments
Authors: SS Alghamdi
Citations: 91
Year: 2004

Breeding strategies for improving rice yield—a review
Authors: MH Khan, ZA Dar, SA Dar
Citations: 90
Year: 2015

Studies on genetic variability and interrelationship among the different traits in microsperma lentil (Lens culinaris Medik.)
Authors: SD Tyagi, MH Khan
Citations: 83
Year: 2010

Production of nitrogen fixing Azotobacter (SR-4) and phosphorus solubilizing Aspergillus niger and their evaluation on Lagenaria siceraria and Abelmoschus esculentus
Authors: M Din, R Nelofer, M Salman, FH Khan, A Khan, M Ahmad, F Jalil, JU Din, …
Citations: 75
Year: 2019

Studies on effectiveness and efficiency of gamma rays, EMS and their combination in soybean (Glycine max (L.) Merrill)
Authors: MH Khan, SD Tyagi
Citations: 61
Year: 2010

Correlation, path-coefficient and genetic diversity in lentil (Lens culinaris Medik) under rainfed conditions
Authors: SD Tyagi, MH Khan
Citations: 60
Year: 2011

New emerging trends on production technology of saffron
Authors: FA Nehvi, SA Wani, SA Dar, MI Makhdoomi, BA Allie, ZA Mir
Citations: 60
Year: 2006

 

Aleksandar Jovanovic | Transportation | Most Reader’s Article Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Aleksandar Jovanovic | Transportation | Most Reader’s Article Award

Professor at Faculty of engineering University of Kraguejvac, Serbia

Dr. Aleksandar Jovanovic is a distinguished scholar in the field of transportation and traffic engineering. He obtained his Ph.D. in Operations Research in Urban Transportation from the University of Belgrade in October 2017, after completing his MSc in Traffic Engineering and BSc in Urban Transportation from the same institution. Dr. Jovanovic currently serves as an Associate Professor in the Department for Motor Vehicles and Motors at the University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Engineering, in Kragujevac, Serbia, a role he has held since November 2022. Before this, he was an Assistant Professor in the same department from September 2018 to November 2022. Additionally, he has served as a Visiting Assistant Professor at the University of Banja Luka and as a Teaching Assistant at State engineering and technical colleges in Serbia.

Professional Profiles:

šŸ“š Education:

Dr. Aleksandar Jovanovic completed his PhD at the University of Belgrade in October 2017, specializing in Operations Research in Urban Transportation at the Faculty of Transport and Traffic Engineering. He earned his MSc from the same institution in October 2011, majoring in Traffic Engineering. Dr. Jovanovic’s academic journey began with a BSc in Urban Transportation from the University of Belgrade, which he obtained in October 2010, also at the Faculty of Transport and Traffic Engineering.

Professional Experience:

Dr. Aleksandar Jovanovic’s employment and experience include a diverse range of academic and research positions. From November 2022 to October 2023, he served as a Postdoctoral Associate at the University of Pittsburgh, Swanson School of Engineering, in Pittsburgh. Prior to this, he was a Visiting Scholar at the same institution from August 2021 to November 2021. Currently, Dr. Jovanovic holds the position of Associate Professor in the Department for Motor Vehicles and Motors at the University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Engineering in Kragujevac, Serbia, a role he has been in since November 2022. Before his current role, he was an Assistant Professor in the same department from September 2018 to November 2022. Additionally, he served as a Visiting Assistant Professor at the University of Banja Luka, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering in Banja Luka, Bosnia, and Herzegovina, from March 2019 to October 2022. Earlier in his career, Dr. Jovanovic worked as a Teaching Assistant in the Department of Road Traffic at the State Engineering College of Applied Studies ā€œTehnikum Taurunumā€ in Belgrade, Serbia, from September 2016 to September 2018. He began his teaching career as a Junior Teaching Assistant in the Department of Road Traffic at the State Technical College of Applied Studies in Kragujevac, Serbia, from September 2013 to September 2015.

Teaching Experience:

Dr. Aleksandar Jovanovic has extensive teaching experience across both undergraduate and graduate courses, as well as mentorship roles. At the University of Pittsburgh, he co-instructed the undergraduate courses “Traffic Control Systems” in Spring 2023 and “Traffic Management and Operations” in Fall 2023. His teaching experience at the University of Kragujevac includes instructing undergraduate courses such as “Urban Transportation” (Spring 2018-2022), “Traffic Safety” (Fall 2018-2021), “Informatics in Traffic Engineering” (Spring 2018-2022), and co-instructing “Traffic and Traffic Roads” (Fall 2018-2020). For graduate students at the University of Kragujevac, he taught “Informatic Systems in Traffic Engineering” (Spring 2018-2022) and “Operations Research Applications in Traffic Engineering” (Fall 2019-2021). Additionally, Dr. Jovanovic delivered lectures for graduate students at the Pittsburgh Intelligent Transportation Systems (PITTs) Lab, where he instructed the course “Applications of Fuzzy Logic Systems in Traffic Signal Control” in Fall 2021.

Honors and Awards:

Dr. Aleksandar Jovanovic has been recognized with several honors and awards throughout his career. In 2023, he received the Professional Development Award for Poster Presentation at the Postdoctoral Data and Dine Symposium. In 2019, he was honored with the Best Paper Award at the international conference ICCMAE 2018 in Timisoara, specifically in the section of Applied/Computational Mathematics. Additionally, from 2006 to 2017, Dr. Jovanovic was a recipient of the Serbian Governmental Scholarship.

Skills:

Dr. Aleksandar Jovanovic possesses extensive computer skills and competencies. In the field of traffic, he is proficient in using PTV Vissim (including COM and VAP), HCS+T7F, Synchro, and SUMO. For design purposes, he has expertise in AutoCAD. Additionally, Dr. Jovanovic is skilled in scripting languages such as Matlab and Python.

šŸ“šPublications :

Area-wide urban traffic control: A Bee Colony Optimization approach

Authors: A. Jovanović, M. Nikolić, D. Teodorović

Journal: Transportation Research Part C: Emerging Technologies

Citations: 84

Year: 2017

Green vehicle routing in urban zones–A neuro-fuzzy approach

Authors: A.D. Jovanović, D.S. Pamučar, S. Pejčić-Tarle

Journal: Expert Systems with Applications

Citations: 82

Year: 2014

Pre-timed control for an under-saturated and over-saturated isolated intersection: a Bee Colony Optimization approach

Authors: A. Jovanović, D. Teodorović

Journal: Transportation Planning and Technology

Citations: 26

Year: 2017

Ecology based network traffic control: A bee colony optimization approach

Authors: A. Jovanović, A. Stevanović, N. Dobrota, D. Teodorović

Journal: Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence

Citations: 13

Year: 2022

Fixed-time traffic control at superstreet intersections by bee colony optimization

Authors: A. Jovanović, D. Teodorović

Journal: Transportation Research Record

Citations: 12

Year: 2022

The assessment and selection of suppliers using AHP and MABAC with type-2 fuzzy numbers in automotive industry

Authors: N. Komatina, D. Tadić, A. Aleksić, A.D. Jovanović

Journal: Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part O: Journal of Risk and Reliability

Citations: 11

Year: 2023

Restricted crossing U-turn traffic control by interval Type-2 fuzzy logic

Authors: A. Jovanović, K. Kukić, A. Stevanović, D. Teodorović

Journal: Expert Systems with Applications

Citations: 11

Year: 2023

Type-2 fuzzy logic based transit priority strategy

Authors: A. Jovanović, D. Teodorović

Journal: Expert Systems with Applications

Citations: 10

Year: 2022

A fuzzy logic simulation model for controlling an oversaturated diverge diamond interchange and ramp metering system

Authors: A. Jovanović, K. Kukić, A. Stevanović

Journal: Mathematics and Computers in Simulation

Citations: 9

Year: 2021

Multi-objective optimization of a single intersection

Authors: A. Jovanović, D. Teodorović

Journal: Transportation Planning and Technology

Citations: 8

Year: 2021