Assoc. Prof. Dr Ali Hassan Sodhro | Intelligent Sensors Award | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr Ali Hassan Sodhro | Intelligent Sensors Award | Best Researcher Award 

Assoc. Prof. Dr Ali Hassan Sodhro, Kristianstad University, SE-29188 Kristianstad, Sweden, Sweden

Ali Hassan Sodhro is an accomplished researcher with dual Swedish and Pakistani nationality, specializing in energy-efficient and battery-friendly algorithms for wireless body sensor networks, wireless sensor networks, physical layer authentication in IoT-5G, wearable devices, and smart healthcare applications. Currently a Senior Lecturer at Kristianstad University in Sweden, Ali has also served as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in institutions across Sweden, France, and China, including Luleå University of Technology, Linköping University, and the University Lumiere Lyon 2. His research extends to cybersecurity, network security, cryptography, and domains such as AI, machine learning, and big data analytics. Holding a Ph.D. from the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS), Ali has supervised numerous bachelor’s and master’s theses and co-supervised Ph.D. students, contributing substantially to both academic research and grant proposals. His teaching experience spans Swedish institutions like Mid Sweden University and Gothenburg University, alongside earlier academic roles at Sukkur IBA University in Pakistan. Ali is actively involved in conferences, workshop organization, and launching special journal issues, with his work published across multiple prestigious platforms.

Professional Profile:

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award:

Ali Hassan Sodhro is a distinguished researcher with significant contributions to the fields of energy-efficient algorithms for wireless sensor networks, smart healthcare applications, and IoT-driven technologies, particularly within the domain of body sensor networks and wearable devices. With a strong interdisciplinary focus that spans AI, IoT, and cloud computing, his work aligns with many of the emerging challenges in technology and healthcare, areas critical for modern innovations and societal impact.

🎓 Education:

  • Ph.D. in Computer Applications Technology (2016)
    University: Chinese Academy of Sciences, China 🇨🇳
    Thesis: Energy-efficient Communication in Wireless Body Sensor Networks
  • M.Engg in Communication Systems and Networks (2010)
    University: Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Pakistan 🇵🇰
    Thesis: Security Issue/Authentication and Simulation of LEAP in WSN
  • B.Engg in Telecommunication Engineering (2008)
    University: Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Pakistan 🇵🇰
    Thesis: Wireless Sensor Networks, Simulation of Ad-Hoc Routing Protocols

💼 Professional Experience:

  • Senior Lecturer at Kristianstad University, Sweden 🇸🇪 (2021–Present)
    Teaching, research, and supervision of student projects; actively engaged in scientific publishing and grant proposal writing.
  • Postdoctoral Fellow at Luleå University of Technology, Sweden 🇸🇪 (2020)
    Contributed to supervision, teaching, and coordination of special journal issues and conferences.
  • Assistant Professor at Sukkur IBA University, Pakistan 🇵🇰 (2016–2017)
    Supervised students, taught courses, and organized academic events.

🧠 Research Focus:

Ali Hassan Sodhro is a highly skilled researcher in Energy-efficient & Battery-friendly Algorithms ⚡ for Wireless Body Sensor Networks 💡, Wearable Devices ⌚, and IoT-5G 🔗. His expertise spans AI/ML 🤖, Cybersecurity 🔒, Network Security 🛡️, Big Data Analytics 📊, and Multimedia Transmission 🎥, with an emphasis on Smart Healthcare 🏥 and Physical Layer Authentication in IoT networks.

Publication top Notes:

Artificial intelligence-driven mechanism for edge computing-based industrial applications

CITED:326

A multi-sensor data fusion enabled ensemble approach for medical data from body sensor networks

CITED:297

Mobile edge computing based QoS optimization in medical healthcare applications

CITED:208

Towards an optimal resource management for IoT based Green and sustainable smart cities

CITED:197

Quality of service optimization in an IoT-driven intelligent transportation system

CITED:173

Assoc. Prof. Dr karim choubani | Sensing Units Awards | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr karim choubani | Sensing Units Awards | Best Researcher Award 

Assoc. Prof. Dr karim choubani, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Karim Choubani is an Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering with extensive experience in teaching, research, and professional training. He earned his Doctorate from the University of Tunis Manar, Tunisia, and the Institute of Fluid Mechanics of Toulouse, France, in 2009. Dr. Choubani also holds a Master’s degree in Industrial Thermal Systems from the University Institute of Industrial Thermal Systems in Marseille, France, and a Mechanical Engineering degree from the Engineering School of Tunisia, with additional studies in Italy.

Professional Profile:

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award: Karim Choubani

Research Experience and Expertise: Karim Choubani holds a Doctorate from the Engineering School of Tunisia, with extensive experience in fluid mechanics, heat transfer, desalination, and renewable energy applications, including solar pond technology and membrane desalination. His research integrates experimental, theoretical, and numerical approaches, with a notable focus on practical applications in energy and environmental sustainability. This background highlights his expertise in addressing complex engineering challenges, making him a strong candidate for research-focused awards.

Education

  • Doctorate in Engineering
    • Institutions: Engineering School of Tunisia, University of Tunis Manar, Tunisia; Institute of Fluid Mechanic of Toulouse (IMFT), Toulouse, France
    • Year of Completion: 2009
  • Master’s Degree in Engineering
    • Institutions: Engineering School of Tunisia, University of Tunis Manar, Tunisia; University Institute of the Industrial Thermal Systems (IUSTI), Marseille, France
    • Year of Completion: 2002
  • Mechanical Engineering Degree
    • Institutions: Engineering School of Tunisia, University of Tunis Manar, Tunisia; University of Mechanic-Energetic of Ancona and Sapienza University of Rome, Italy
    • Year of Completion: 2001

Professional Experience

  • Assistant Professor
    • Institution: Al Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
    • Dates: September 5, 2022 – Present
    • Responsibilities:
      • Teaching Dynamics and Vibration courses
      • Supervising undergraduate students
  • Assistant Professor
    • Institution: High Institute of Applied Sciences and Technology of Mahdia (ISSAT), Tunisia
    • Dates: September 15, 2019 – June 30, 2022
    • Responsibilities:
      • Teaching courses in Statics and Dynamics, Vibration, Automatic Control, Thermodynamics, and Fluid Mechanics
      • Supervising undergraduate students
  • Professional Trainer
    • Institution: Department of Mechanical Technology (Refrigeration and Cooling), Riyadh College of Technology, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
    • Dates: August 20, 2013 – August 20, 2019
  • Assistant Professor
    • Institution: High Institute of Applied Sciences and Technology of Mahdia (ISSAT), Tunisia
    • Dates: September 15, 2010 – June 30, 2013
    • Responsibilities:
      • Teaching courses in Statics and Dynamics, Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Vibration, and Automatic Control
      • Supervising undergraduate students
  • Assistant Professor
    • Institution: High Institute of Industrial Systems of Gabes, Tunisia
    • Dates: September 15, 2009 – June 30, 2010
    • Responsibilities:
      • Teaching courses in Statics and Dynamics, Thermal Sciences, and Fluid Mechanics
      • Research on Desalination, Solar Pond, and Convective Heat and Mass Transfer
  • Assistant Professor
    • Institution: High Institute of Industrial Systems of Gabes, Tunisia
    • Dates: September 15, 2006 – June 30, 2009
    • Responsibilities:
      • Teaching courses in Statics and Dynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer, and Refrigeration Systems
      • Developed course materials and laboratory experiments
      • Participated in establishing a new Professional Master’s degree
  • Technological Trainer
    • Institution: High Institute of Technological Studies of Radès (ISET), Tunisia
    • Dates: February 15, 2003 – June 30, 2006
    • Responsibilities:
      • Teaching courses in Statics and Dynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Thermodynamics, and Heat Transfer
      • Conducted laboratory experiments

Research Experience

  • Researcher
    • Institution: Energetic-Mechanic Unit, National Engineering School of Tunisia (URME_ENIT); Research Unit in Mechanical Modeling, Energy & Materials (M2&EM), National School of Engineers of Gabes, Tunisia
    • Dates: February 1, 2001 – February 1, 2017
    • Responsibilities:
      • Conducted research in heat and mass transfer, solar ponds, desalination, and fluid stratified systems
      • Supervised graduate students and organized research projects

Publication top Notes:

Experimental investigation of the effect of angled fins on the energy and exergy efficiencies of solar stills: A comparison between double slope and pyramid solar stills under Tunisia weather conditions

Effect of an Adiabatic Obstacle on the Symmetry of the Temperature, Flow, and Electric Charge Fields during Electrohydrodynamic Natural Convection

Porous silicon layer decorated with PbS nanoparticles by SILAR method for enhanced photocatalytic degradation of amido black dye

Experimental Investigation of a Phase-Change Material’s Stabilizing Role in a Pilot of Smart Salt-Gradient Solar Ponds

Numerical simulations for thermally developed double diffusion flow of nanoparticles due to elongated cylinder with multiple slip effects: Applications to energy storage system

Thermal analysis of AA7075-AA7072/methanol via Williamson hybrid nanofluid model past thin needle: Effects of Lorentz force and irregular heat rise/fall