Mr. Saif Alkadhim | Sensor Awards | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Saif Alkadhim, Xi’an Jiaotong University, China

Dr. Saif Aldeen Al-Kadhim, a Senior IEEE member, is a distinguished researcher and engineer specializing in electrical engineering, sensor technologies, and IoT applications. He is currently a Ph.D. candidate at Xi’an Jiaotong University, where he is also actively involved in research at the Innovation Harbour Campus. In addition, he serves as the China representative for IEEE PESDay24 and holds an advisory role on the Expert Advisory Committee of the Taizhou Robotics Society. Dr. Al-Kadhim’s research focuses on cutting-edge areas such as in-sensor computing for MEMS and NEMS, electromagnetic analysis, and PCB and circuit design. He has extensive professional experience, including his role as Chief Engineer overseeing the development and quality assurance of advanced sensor and MEMS products. His prior roles include positions as an assistant lecturer and PCB design engineer, where he gained expertise in CNC programming, embedded systems, and IoT solutions. Dr. Al-Kadhim has contributed to several innovative projects, including prototyping wireless CNC controllers, developing 5G antennas, and designing industrial IoT monitoring systems. His professional affiliations with IEEE societies underscore his dedication to advancing technology in power systems, robotics, and industrial electronics. Fluent in both technical and collaborative roles, Dr. Al-Kadhim continues to drive advancements in electrical engineering and applied technology.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award: Saif Aldeen Al-Kadhim

Dr. Saif Aldeen Al-Kadhim is a highly qualified candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his extensive expertise and achievements across multiple facets of electrical engineering, particularly in sensors, IoT, MEMS/NEMS, and electromagnetic analysis. He is an IEEE Senior Member and actively contributes to the academic community, including his role as the China representative for PESDay24 and his advisory position at the Taizhou Robotics Society. His experience includes both teaching and hands-on engineering, giving him a solid mix of practical and theoretical knowledge.

Education:

Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (09/2020 – 07/2024)
Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an, Shaanxi, China
MSEE in Electrical Engineering (09/2015 – 06/2017)
University of Technology, Iraq
Higher Diploma Degree in Power System Engineering (09/2009 – 12/2010)
Middle Technical University, Iraq
BSEE in Electrical Engineering (09/2002 – 07/2006)
University of Babylon, Iraq

Work Experience:

Chief Engineer (01/2020 – Present)
Responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of new sensor and MEMS technologies. Ensures that sensor and MEMS products meet quality and performance standards, manages a team of engineers, and collaborates with marketing and sales departments to successfully introduce products to the market. Stays updated on the latest developments in sensor and MEMS technology.
Assistant Lecturer (01/2019 – 12/2020)
Assisted the qualitative research team with coordinating interviewer training, arranging transcript services, collating investigator input, and creating codebooks. Worked with the Data Coordinating Center to manage and maintain data for the study database. Additionally, trained CNC operators in making insert changes and minor adjustments, troubleshooted hydraulic, electronic, and mechanical systems, and contributed to CNC program development.
PCB Design Engineer (06/2017 – 12/2019)
AL BADER ELECTRONIC INDUSTRIES, Babylon, Iraq
Responsible for creating 3D models for PCB footprints, managing PCB documentation, developing custom scripting for automation and quality improvements, and designing embedded systems. Utilized Mentor Graphics tools for schematic entry and PCB design, collaborating with mechanical and hardware developers for component placement.

Significant Performance:

Prototype wireless control for CNC machine (09/2017 – 12/2017): Developed a controller used in the university CNC workshop.
Microstrip Grid Antenna Array for 5G Mobile Devices (01/2018 – 06/2018): Designed and prototyped the antenna array as part of laboratory experiments.
Industrial Cloud Monitoring System based on IoT (06/2018 – 12/2018): Designed and prototyped this system.
IoT Management Solution for Fill Level Monitoring for Gravel Silos (01/2019 – 12/2020): Designed and prototyped an IoT solution.

Publication top Notes:

CNC machine based on embedded wireless and Internet of Things for workshop development

Prototype Wireless Controller System based on Raspberry Pi and Arduino for Engraving Machine

Microstrip grid antenna array for 5g mobile devices

Communicating with raspberry pi via mavlink

Simulation of Multi-Machine Transient Stability

Application of Computer Numerical Control Machine Based on Internet of Things System

Prof. Tao Tang, Southwest Minzu University, China

Dr. Tao Tang is a distinguished Professor at the College of Electronic Engineering, Chengdu University of Information Technology (CUIT), China. He earned his Bachelor’s degree from Leshan Normal University in 2005 and subsequently completed his Master’s and Ph.D. degrees at Southwest Jiaotong University between 2005 and 2011. With a profound expertise in antenna and wave propagation, computational electromagnetics, and electromagnetic compatibility, Dr. Tang has contributed significantly to these fields through both academic and practical endeavors.

Summary of Suitability for the Best Researcher Award:

Dr. Tao Tang is a highly accomplished researcher and professor in the field of antenna and wave propagation, computational electromagnetics, and electromagnetic compatibility. His extensive academic background, including a Ph.D. from Southwest Jiao tong University and postdoctoral fellowships at prestigious institutions, reflects a strong foundation in his areas of expertise.

Education

2001–2005: Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in [unspecified field], Leshan Normal University, Leshan, China.
2005–2011: Master and Ph.D. in [unspecified fields], Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu, China.

Professional Experience

2011–2013: Lecturer, College of Electronic Engineering, Chengdu University of Information Technology, Chengdu, China.
2014–2020: Associate Professor, College of Electronic Engineering, Chengdu University of Information Technology, Chengdu, China.
2015–2017: Postdoctoral Fellow, Institute of Applied Physics, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, China.
2017–2020: Postdoctoral Fellow, School of Information and Communication Engineering, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, China.
2019-2020: Visiting Scholar, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Canada.
2019-Present: Head, Department of Electronic Information Science and Technology, Chengdu University of Information Technology, Chengdu, China.
2019-Present: Director, Pre-research Center, Sichuan SIP Electronic Technology Co., Ltd., Chengdu, China.
2021-Present: Professor, College of Electronic Engineering, Chengdu University of Information Technology, Chengdu, China.