Dr. Peng Zhi | Deep Learning | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Peng Zhi | Deep Learning | Best Researcher Award 

Dr. Peng Zhi, Lanzhou University, China

Peng Zhi is a Ph.D. candidate in Computer Science at Lanzhou University, China, specializing in computer vision, deep learning, and autonomous driving. He earned his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Computer Science and Technology from Lanzhou University in 2017 and 2020, respectively. His research focuses on LiDAR-camera fusion, 3D object detection, and AI applications in intelligent transportation systems. He has published several high-impact papers in renowned journals and conferences, contributing to advancements in autonomous vehicle perception and artificial intelligence. Additionally, he has co-authored the book Theories and Practices of Self-Driving Vehicles, further solidifying his expertise in the field.

Professional Profile:

ORCID

Summary of Suitability for the Best Researcher Award

Peng Zhi is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award, given his innovative contributions to computer vision, deep learning, and autonomous driving. As a Ph.D. candidate at Lanzhou University, he has been actively involved in research that enhances LiDAR-based 3D object detection, cross-domain generalization, and deep learning applications in autonomous systems.

🎓 Education

  • Ph.D. in Computer Application Technology (2021 – Present)
    Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
  • Master’s in Computer System Architecture (2017 – 2020)
    Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
  • Bachelor’s in Computer Science and Technology (2013 – 2017)
    Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China

💼 Work Experience

  • Ph.D. Candidate & Researcher (2021 – Present)
    Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China

    • Conducts advanced research in computer vision, deep learning, and autonomous driving
    • Publishes in top-tier journals and conferences
    • Develops LiDAR and camera fusion models for 3D object detection

🏆 Achievements & Contributions

  • Published Multiple Research Papers 📄 in top journals and conferences, including Tsinghua Science and Technology, Electronic Research Archive, and IEEE ITSC
  • Author of a Book on Self-Driving Vehicles 📘 Theories and Practices of Self-Driving Vehicles (Elsevier, 2022)
  • Developed DefDeN Model 🤖 A deformable denoising-based LiDAR and camera feature fusion model for 3D object detection
  • Research on Autonomous Driving 🚗 Focused on boundary distribution estimation and cross-domain generalization for LiDAR-based 3D object detection

🏅 Awards & Honors

  • Best Paper Award 🏆 at an International Conference on Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITSC)
  • Outstanding Researcher Award 🎖️ at Lanzhou University for contributions to AI and autonomous driving
  • National Scholarship 🏅 for academic excellence in computer science and AI research

Publication Top Notes:

Cross-Domain Generalization for LiDAR-Based 3D Object Detection in Infrastructure and Vehicle Environments

Dr. Minh-Khang Le | Artificial Intelligence Awards | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Minh-Khang Le | Artificial Intelligence Awards | Best Researcher Award 

Dr. Minh-Khang Le, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, United States

Minh-Khang Le, M.D., Ph.D., is a Postdoctoral Research Scientist in the Department of Pathology and Computational Biomedicine at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California. He obtained his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City, graduating in the top 10% of his class, and completed his Ph.D. in Pathology at the University of Yamanashi in Japan. His research focuses on integrating histopathology, molecular profiles, and clinicopathological features to characterize human cancers, particularly lymphoid and hematopoietic neoplasms. Dr. Le has contributed to several projects involving histopathology, molecular analyses, and the development of clinicopathological machine-learning models. As a strong advocate for the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in pathology, he aims to enhance the understanding and treatment of cancer. In addition to his postdoctoral position, he has held research roles at various institutions, including the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics and the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. Dr. Le’s work has led to impactful advancements in digital pathology and cancer research.

Professional Profile:

SCOPUS

Researcher Suitability Summary for Best Researcher Award: 

Minh-Khang Le is an exemplary candidate for the Best Researcher Award, showcasing a profound commitment to advancing the field of digital pathology and computational biomedicine. His research is particularly focused on integrating histopathological and molecular profiles to enhance the understanding and characterization of human cancers, especially lymphoid and hematopoietic neoplasms. This multidisciplinary approach not only reflects his extensive knowledge but also his dedication to translating complex data into meaningful clinical insights.

Education 🎓

  • Postdoctoral Research Scientist
    Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Department of Computational Biomedicine and Pathology
    July 2024 – Present
    8700 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, USA
  • Ph.D. Student
    University of Yamanashi, Department of Pathology
    April 2020 – March 2024
    GPA: 3.5/4.0
    1110 Shimokato, Chuo, Yamanashi, Japan
  • Doctor of Medicine
    University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City
    October 2013 – September 2019
    Degree Classification: Good (Top 10% of the Course)
    Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Work Experience 💼

  • Postdoctoral Research Scientist
    Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Department of Computational Biomedicine and Pathology
    July 2024 – Present
  • Part-time Researcher
    New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO)
    April 2022 – Present
  • Part-time Researcher
    Department of Pathology, The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa, USA
    April 2022 – Present
  • Research Assistant
    Department of Pathology, University of Yamanashi
    April 2020 – Present
  • Teaching Assistant
    Department of Pathology, University of Yamanashi
    April 2020 – Present
  • Part-time Researcher
    Department of Neurosurgery, The University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, Oklahoma, USA
    April 2021 – March 2022

Achievements, Awards, and Honors 🏆

  • Top 10% of the Course in Doctor of Medicine program at the University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City
  • GPA of 3.5/4.0 in Ph.D. studies at the University of Yamanashi

Publication Top Notes:

Clinical implication of PRAME immunohistochemistry in differentiating melanoma in situ and dysplastic nevus in non-acral nevus-associated melanoma in situ: An institutional experience and meta-analysis

A Novel Artificial Intelligence-Based Parameterization Approach of the Stromal Landscape in Merkel Cell Carcinoma: A Multi-Institutional Study

Comprehensive analysis of distinct circadian clock subtypes of adult diffuse glioma and their associations with clinicopathological, genetic, and epigenetic profiles

CXCL5 expression is associated with active signals of macrophages in the microenvironment of papillary thyroid carcinoma

Severe asthmatic airways have distinct circadian clock gene expression pattern associated with WNT signaling