Wei Zhou | Software Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Wei Zhou | Software Engineering | Best Researcher Award 

Project manager, at The 34th Research Institute of China Electronics Technology Group Corporation, China.

Dr. Wei Zhou is a dedicated research manager at the Guangxi Key Laboratory of Optical Network and Optical Information Security, under the 34th Research Institute of China Electronics Technology Group Corporation, based in Guilin, China. With a Ph.D. in Information and Communication Engineering, he brings over 18 years of industry and academic experience in next-generation communication technologies. His primary research revolves around network communication protocols, satellite optical networks, machine learning, and advanced algorithms. 📡🛰️ His work plays a pivotal role in developing secure and intelligent communication systems in China’s evolving technology landscape. He has successfully led and contributed to multiple research initiatives and engineering projects within national-level laboratories. Dr. Zhou’s work bridges theoretical innovations and practical implementations, contributing significantly to scientific literature with high-impact publications. His efforts have garnered academic and industrial recognition, making him a promising candidate for prestigious awards. 🏅

Professional Profile

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🎓 Education

Dr. Wei Zhou’s academic journey reflects a continuous pursuit of knowledge and innovation in the field of communications. 🎓 He began his studies in Electronic Information Engineering at the Chengdu University of Technology from 2001 to 2005, earning his bachelor’s degree. He then advanced his expertise in Communication and Information Systems at Guilin University of Electronic Technology (GUET), where he received his master’s degree in 2013. His deepening interest in wireless and network systems led him to pursue a Ph.D. in Information and Communication Engineering, again at GUET, which he completed in 2023. 📚 His doctoral research focused on Key Technologies of Long-Distance Wireless Communication, laying a strong theoretical and practical foundation for his future research in satellite optical networking and secure communication protocols. Throughout his educational path, Dr. Zhou has demonstrated a commitment to excellence and innovation that now underpins his extensive contributions to China’s tech research landscape. 🎖️

💼 Experience

Dr. Wei Zhou’s professional experience spans nearly two decades at the 34th Research Institute of China Electronics Technology Group Corporation, where he has held key engineering and leadership positions. 🏢 Starting in 2005 as an Assistant Engineer, he worked in the First Division, gradually advancing to Engineer by 2012. From 2012 to 2017, he served in the Third Division and the Department of Digital Optical Communication and Optoelectronics, earning the rank of Senior Engineer. His work included crucial national projects in network security and digital communications. Between 2017 and 2023, Dr. Zhou worked at the Innovation Center, leading R&D initiatives in quantum-safe communication and satellite-ground integration technologies. Since July 2023, he has held a senior engineering role at the Guangxi Key Laboratory of Optical Network and Optical Information Security. ⚙️ His career reflects consistent technical growth, leadership in innovation, and impact-driven research contributing to China’s digital infrastructure.

🔬 Research Interests

Dr. Zhou’s research interests span several high-impact fields critical to modern communication technology. His focus includes network communication protocols, satellite optical networks, machine learning, and intelligent algorithms. 🧠📡 At the intersection of artificial intelligence and communication, he applies reinforcement learning models to optimize Quality of Service (QoS) in software-defined networks (SDNs). In satellite-terrestrial integration, his work addresses low-latency, high-security routing using quantum-safe technologies and optical inter-satellite links (OISL). 🔒🛰️ His doctoral research on long-distance wireless communication forms the technical bedrock for many of his publications and applied projects. Dr. Zhou is particularly keen on how distributed learning algorithms can enhance the performance, adaptability, and resilience of next-generation networks. He frequently collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to bridge gaps between theoretical research and real-world engineering systems, making significant contributions to China’s information security and intelligent network development. 🧪

🏆 Awards

While specific individual awards are currently under consideration, Dr. Wei Zhou has been a consistent contributor to award-winning research projects at both institutional and national levels. 🥇 His technical leadership in projects involving SDN integration, quantum-safe optical transport, and intelligent routing optimization has earned departmental honors and commendations from his institute. Several of his publications have gained attention for their innovation, and his work has been cited in high-impact journals, reflecting growing recognition in the academic community. His collaborative nature and mentorship also contribute to cultivating research excellence in his teams. Dr. Zhou is actively involved in proposing and implementing cutting-edge solutions that align with China’s strategic development goals in secure and intelligent communication networks. 📘 He is a strong candidate for individual recognition due to his demonstrated leadership, technical depth, and substantial contribution to advancing the field of optical communication and network protocol innovation.

📚Top Noted Publications

Dr. Wei Zhou has published extensively on topics related to SDN, optical satellite networks, and quantum-safe transport protocols. His contributions are listed below, with hyperlinks to each publication:

1. AQROM: A Quality of Service Aware Routing Optimization Mechanism

  • Authors: Wei Zhou, Xing Jiang, Qingsong Luo, Bingli Guo, Xiang Sun, Fengyuan Sun, Lingyu Meng

  • Journal: Digital Communications and Networks (KeAi Communications), December 2022 (though your query noted 2024, published in 2022)

  • DOI: 10.1016/j.dcan.2022.11.016

  • Access: Available via DOAJ (open access) bohrium.dp.tech+7doaj.org+7bohrium.dp.tech+7

2. Design and Implementation of Semi‑Physical Platform for Label‑Based Frame Switching

  • Authors: Wei Zhou, Xing Jiang*, Qingsong Luo, Shanguo Huang, Bingli Guo, Xiang Sun, Shaobo Li, Xiaochuan Tan, Mingyi Ma, Tianwen Fu

  • Journal: Applied Sciences, Volume 12, Issue 13, June 13, 2022

  • DOI: 10.3390/app12136674

  • Access: PDF available via MDPI mdpi.com

3. PQROM: SDN QoS‑Aware Routing with PPO

  • Authors: (Appears under same team—confirm manually) The ACM listing shows only abstract on ACM; article published by IOS Press.

  • Journal: Journal of Intelligent & Fuzzy Systems, Vol. 42 Iss. 4, January 1 2022

  • Title: To optimize software defined network QoS‑aware routing with proximal policy optimization: PQROM

  • Access: DOI listing on ACM bohrium.dp.tech+9dl.acm.org+9researchgate.net+9

4. Quantum‑Safe Metro‑Optimized Optical Transport Networks

5. Routing Optimization Algorithm for Integrated Computing and Communication Satellite

  • Authors: (Not shown in web results)

  • Journal: Optical Communication Technology, Vol. 48 Issue 5, 2024

  • DOI: 10.13921/j.cnki.issn1002-5561.2024.05.009

  • Access: Listed on Researching.cn link.springer.com

6. M‑OTN Optical Domain Encryption via QKD

  • Journal: Acta Optica Sinica, 2025

  • Note: Specific details not located; likely behind paywall or in Chinese-language site.

7. SDH Remote Maintenance via Telephone Network MODEM

  • Journal: Optical Communication Technology, 2014

  • DOI: Not publicly indexed; likely available via CNKI or institutional library.

8. IP Telephony with Switching Function and Variable Rate

  • Journal: Optical Communication Technology, 2011

  • DOI: Similarly not in open domain; accessible via CNKI/institutional library.

9. Patent: Method for Integrated Networking of SDN and Wireless Network

  • Patent Title: Method for Integrated Networking of SDN and Wireless Network

  • Patent No.: 202010166435.9

  • Year: Registered in 2022

  • Access: Viewable via CNIPA or equivalent patent databases.

Conclusion

Based on the provided CV, Dr. Wei Zhou is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award, particularly in the field of next-generation communication technologies. His work is technically significant, aligned with strategic national interests, and shows consistency and growth in publication quality.

However, to be more competitive at an international level, he should:

Enhance global academic visibility (via platforms like Google Scholar, ORCID, ResearchGate).

Highlight measurable impact metrics and funded projects.

Pursue more international collaborations.

Prof. Dragan Randelovic | Machine learning | Innovative Research Award

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Prof. Dragan Randelovic | Machine learning | Innovative Research Award

Full professor at Faculty for diplomacy and security, University Uniin Nikola Tesla Belgrade,Serbia,

Prof. Dr. Dragan Randjelovic is a renowned full professor at the University Union Nikola Tesla, Faculty of Diplomacy and Security. With over 45 years of research experience, he has made significant contributions to the field of information technology and computer science.

Professional Profile

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🎓 Education

– *PhD*, Faculty of Science and Mathematics, University of Pristina (1999)- *Master’s Degree*, Faculty of Electronics, University of Niš (1984)- *Bachelor’s Degree*, Faculty of Electronics, University of Niš (1977)

💼 Experience

– *PhD*, Faculty of Science and Mathematics, University of Pristina (1999)- *Master’s Degree*, Faculty of Electronics, University of Niš (1984)- *Bachelor’s Degree*, Faculty of Electronics, University of Niš (1977)

🔬 Research Interests

Prof. Randjelovic’s research focuses on:- *Information Technology*: software engineering, computer science- *Computer Science*: informatics, decision-making

🏆 Awards

– *Published over 15 university textbooks*- *Over 300 references, 40 registered on Web of Science*- *Over 400 citations on Google Scholar, h-index and i-index over 10*

📚Top Noted  Publications

– The impact of the July 2007 heat wave on daily mortality in Belgrade, Serbia ☀️
– Published in Central European Journal of Public Health, 2013
– Handbook of Research on Democratic Strategies and Citizen-Centered E-Government Services 📚
– Published by Information Science Reference, 2015
– A framework for delivering e-government support 🤝
– Published in Acta Polytechnica Hungarica, 2014
– Weight coefficients determination based on parameters in factor analysis 📊
– Published in Metalurgia International, 2013
– Triple modular redundancy optimization for threshold determination in intrusion detection systems 🔒
– Published in Symmetry, 2021
– Determining VLSI array size for one class of nested loop algorithms 🔍
– Published in Advances in Computer and Information Sciences, 1998
– Use of determination of the importance of criteria in business-friendly certification of cities as sustainable local economic development planning tool 🏙️
– Published in Symmetry, 2020
– An advanced quick-answering system intended for the e-Government service in the Republic of Serbia 📱
– Published in Acta Polytechnica Hungarica, 2019
– SOSerbia: Android-Based Software Platform for Sending Emergency Messages 📞
– Published in Complexity, 2018
– A multicriteria decision aid-based model for measuring the efficiency of business-friendly cities 🏙️
– Published in Symmetry, 2020
– The design of the personal enemy-MIMLebot as an intelligent agent in a game-based learning environment 🤖
– Published in Acta Polytechnica Hungarica, 2017
– Intelligent agents and game-based learning modules in a learning management system 🤖
– Published in Agent and Multi-Agent Systems, 2016
– Study program selection by aggregated DEA-AHP measure 📊
– Published in Metalurgia International, 2013
– Prediction of important factors for bleeding in liver cirrhosis disease using ensemble data mining approach 💊
– Published in Mathematics, 2020
– Visokotehnološki kriminal 🔍
– Published in 2013
– Challenging ergonomics risks with smart wearable extension sensors 👕
– Published in Electronics, 2022
– Determination of invariant measures: An approach based on homotopy perturbations 🔍
– Published in University Politehnica of Bucharest Scientific Bulletin, 2018
– Different methods for fingerprint image orientation estimation 🔒
– Published in Telecommunications Forum, 2012
– EnCase forenzički alat 🔍
– Published in Bezbednost, 2009

Conclusion

 

Prof. Dr. Dragan Randjelovic’s extensive research experience, prolific publication record, leadership roles, editorial board membership, and mentorship make him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. By emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration and international collaboration, he could further strengthen his application and demonstrate his potential for continued excellence in research.

Mr. Oussama El Othmani | Data Science and Deep Learning | Excellence in Research

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Mr. Oussama El Othmani | Data Science and Deep Learning | Excellence in Research

Computer Engineering, Tunisia Polytechnic School, Tunisia

This individual is a promising researcher and software engineer with a strong background in computer science. Currently pursuing a PhD in ETIC at Tunisia Polytechnic School, University of Carthage La Marsa, they have a solid foundation in computer engineering from the Tunisian Military Academy. With experience as a software engineer at the Tunisian Ministry of National Defense, they have developed expertise in software development, collaboration, and problem-solving. Their research interests lie at the intersection of technology and innovation, with potential applications in various fields.

Profile

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🎓 Education

– *PhD in ETIC*: Tunisia Polytechnic School, University of Carthage La Marsa, Tunis (2024 – Present)- *Computer Engineering*: Tunisian Military Academy, Fondik Jdid (2020-2023)- *Preparatory Mathematics-Physics*: Tunisian Military Academy, Fondik Jdid (2018-2020)- *Relevant Coursework*: Advanced Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Architecture, Database Management, Software Methodology, Project Management Fundamentals

👨‍🔬 Experience

– *Software Engineer*: Tunisian Ministry of National Defense (August 2023 – Present) – Participated in the full software development lifecycle – Collaborated with system engineers, hardware designers, and integration/test engineers – Developed optimized code for specific hardware platforms – Applied Agile development methodologies and object-oriented architectures

🔍 Research Interest

The individual’s research focus is not explicitly stated, but based on their education and experience, they may be interested in exploring topics related to artificial intelligence, computer architecture, and software methodology. Potential research areas could include machine learning, data science, and software engineering.

Awards and Honors🏆

No information is available on awards and honors received by the individual.

📚 Publications 

Rough Set Theory and Soft Computing Methods for Building Explainable and Interpretable AI/ML Models

Développement d’un système de détection des anomalies des cellules sanguines et son utilisation en télémédecine

BloodScan

Conclusion

The candidate shows promise for the Best Researcher Award with their relevant education, professional experience, and technical skills. However, additional research experience, interdisciplinary knowledge, and a stronger publication record would significantly enhance their application. With focused effort in these areas, the candidate could become a strong contender for the award.

alain R THIERRY | Data Science and Deep Learning | Excellence in Research

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Prof. alain R THIERRY  | Data Science and Deep Learning | Excellence in Research

Director of Research, INSERM U1194, France

Dr. alain R THIERRY, a distinguished biologist, and cancer researcher, is a Director of Research at INSERM and a key figure at the Institut de Recherche en Cancérologie de Montpellier. With an impressive track record in molecular biology, gene therapy, and cancer research, Dr. alain R THIERRY has held numerous influential positions in academia and the biotechnology sector, including roles at NIH and Georgetown University. A prolific author and scientific leader, they have also founded biotech companies like MedinCell and DiaDx. Dr. alain R THIERRYcontinues to drive innovative therapeutic solutions, recognized by international honors and awards.

Publication Profile

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Education🎓 

2003: Habilitation à Diriger les Recherches (HDR) in Biology-Health, Université Montpellier II 1987: CES in Human Biology (Oncology), Faculté de Médecine Paris-Sud 1986: PhD in Biochemistry, Cellular & Molecular Pharmacology, Université Montpellier II 1983: MSc in Cellular & Molecular Biology, Université de Clermont-Ferrand II 1983: Diplôme d’Ingénieur, Université Clermont-Fd II 1982: BSc in Biological Sciences & Technology, Université Clermont-Fd

Professional Experience💼 

208-present: Director of Research, INSERM, Institut de Recherche en Cancérologie, Montpellier 2001-2007: Associate Professor, Université Montpellier II2003-2004: Director of R&D, MedinCell SA, Montpellier 1997-2000: Scientific Director, Gene Therapy Dept., Biovector Therapeutics 1992-1996: Scientist, Tumor Cell Biology Lab, NCI/NIH, Bethesda 1992-1994: Adjunct Assistant Professor, Lombardi Cancer Institute, Washington DC 1988-1992: Postdoctoral Fellow, Lombardi Cancer Center, Georgetown University

Awards and Honors🏆 

1994: Federal Technology Award, NIH, USA ($10,000) 2002: Prix National de l’Innovation, Ministry of Education and Research, Paris (€300,000) 2016: Grand Prix de l’Innovation Thérapeutique, Fondation B. Denys & FRM, Montpellier (€50,000) 2022: Finalist, Prix Innovation Unicancer 2022: Innovation Award, Montpellier Université Excellence

Research Focus 🔬 

Molecular Oncology: Pioneer in understanding the molecular pathways of cancer and therapeutic gene delivery Gene Therapy: Focus on targeted gene therapy to treat cancers, with expertise in vectors and delivery systems Circulating DNA: Breakthrough research in non-invasive biomarkers for early cancer detection
Therapeutics Innovation: Key developer of novel therapeutic strategies, including drug delivery systems and cancer diagnostics
Collaborative Research: Strong interdisciplinary collaborations in biotechnology and cancer research

Publication  Top Notes

  • Origins, structures, and functions of circulating DNA in oncology
    AR Thierry, S El Messaoudi, PB Gahan, P Anker, M Stroun
    Cancer and Metastasis Reviews, 2016 | 812 citations
  • Clinical validation of the detection of KRAS and BRAF mutations from circulating tumor DNA
    AR Thierry, F Mouliere, S El Messaoudi, C Mollevi, E Lopez-Crapez
    Nature Medicine, 2014 | 735 citations
  • Nomenclature for synthetic gene delivery systems
    PL Felgner, Y Barenholz, JP Behr, SH Cheng, P Cullis, L Huang, AR Thierry
    Human Gene Therapy, 1997 | 652 citations
  • High fragmentation characterizes tumour-derived circulating DNA
    F Mouliere, B Robert, E Arnau Peyrotte, M Del Rio, M Ychou, F Molina, AR Thierry
    PLOS One, 2011 | 627 citations
  • Circulating cell-free DNA: preanalytical considerations
    S El Messaoudi, F Rolet, F Mouliere, AR Thierry
    Clinica Chimica Acta, 2013 | 602 citations

Conclusion:

This individual is highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award. Their long-standing career in oncology research, leadership in both academic and biotech sectors, and recognition through awards place them in an elite category of researchers. Continued engagement in broader interdisciplinary fields and public communication could further elevate their profile. Overall, their qualifications, contributions, and leadership make them a strong candidate for excellence in research awards.