Prof. Dr. Elsadig Musa Ahmed | Sensing Technology | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Elsadig Musa Ahmed | Sensing Technology | Best Researcher Award 

Prof. Dr. Elsadig Musa Ahmed, Multimedia University, Malaysia

Dr. Elsadig Musa Ahmed Mohammed is a distinguished Professor of Economics and Technology Management at Multimedia University (MMU), Malaysia, recognized among the 2024 World’s Top 2% Scientists by Stanford University. With over two decades of academic experience, he has published extensively in the world’s top 1% and 10% journals, authored the book Green Productivity: Applications in Malaysia’s Manufacturing, and contributed more than 150 peer-reviewed articles indexed in Scopus and Web of Science. Dr. Ahmed’s expertise spans development economics, green productivity, digital and knowledge-based economies, bioeconomy, microfinance, and the interface of economic growth with environment and technology. He has successfully supervised over 30 postgraduate theses, received multiple international research grants—including from the Malaysian Government and the Islamic Development Bank—and served as a reviewer and editorial board member for high-impact journals. His accolades include the 2024 Econometric Best Researcher Award, 2023 Sustainability Pioneers Award (WASD), and Outstanding Reviewer in the Emerald Literati Awards (2021). Dr. Ahmed is also an active contributor to global academic networks and policy think tanks, notably as a member of the Council for Sudanese Experts and Scientists Abroad.

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Summary of Suitability for the Best Researcher Award – Dr. Elsadig Musa Ahmed

Dr. Elsadig Musa Ahmed is highly suitable for the Research for Best Researcher Award based on a distinguished academic and professional track record that spans over two decades. His recognition as a member of the 2024 World’s Top 2% Scientists (Stanford List) and his publications in the Top 1% and Top 10% globally ranked journals demonstrate not only academic excellence but also a sustained global research impact.

🎓 Education

  • Ph.D. in Development Economics – Universiti Putra Malaysia, 2005
    Thesis: Impact of Air and Water Pollutant Emissions on Malaysia’s Manufacturing Sector Productivity Growth

  • M.Sc. in Development Economics – Universiti Putra Malaysia, 1998
    Thesis: Productivity and Performance of Malaysian Food Manufacturing Industry

  • B.Sc. in Agricultural Economics – Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt, 1992

  • High School Certificate – Sudan

👨‍🏫 Work Experience (20+ years)

  • Professor, Multimedia University, Malaysia (2015–Present)
    Teaching postgraduate and undergraduate economics & business subjects. Supervising PhD, DBA, MPhil, MBA students.

  • Associate Professor, MMU (2010–2015)

  • Senior Lecturer, MMU (2008–2010)

  • Lecturer, MMU (2004–2008)

  • Research Assistant, Universiti Putra Malaysia (1998)

  • Storekeeper, Kenana Sugar Company, Sudan (1985–1988)

🏆 Achievements

  • Published in Top 1% and 10% international journals

  • Featured in 2024 Stanford University’s World’s Top 2% Scientists List

  • Authored 150+ international journal papers (Scopus, WoS)

  • Supervised 1 Postdoc, 14 PhDs, 4 DBAs, 3 Masters, 8 MBAs

  • Book author: Green Productivity: Applications in Malaysia’s Manufacturing (2012)

  • Reviewer/editor for top journals: Economic Modelling, Applied Economics, Emerald Publishing, etc.

  • Leader of national & international research initiatives, grant recipient, and consultant for global development and sustainability projects

🏅 Awards & Honors

  • 🥇 2024 Best Researcher Award – Young Scientist Awards

  • 🌱 2023 Sustainability Pioneers Award – World Association for Sustainable Development (WASD)

  • 🌍 Outstanding Presentation & Panelist – 2024

  • 📘 Outstanding Reviewer – Emerald Literati Awards, UK (2021)

  • 📄 Best Paper Award – XXth CEDIMS Conference, Laval University, Canada (2010)

  • 🎖️ Excellent Research Awards & Long Service Award – Multimedia University, Malaysia

Publication Top Notes:

A cyber physical sustainable smart city framework toward society 5.0: Explainable AI for enhanced SDGs monitoring

The Assessment of Sustainable Development Goals Through the Impact of Exploring Digital Technology Innovation and Climate Change Integration, Conflicts and Natural Disasters

Digitalization and Climate Change Spillover Effects on Saudi Digital Economy Sustainable Economic Growth

Palestinian small and medium enterprises digital technology adoption intention

Enhancing environmental quality and economic growth through potential effects of energy efficiency and renewable energy in Asian economies

Testing technological Kuznets curve implications on achieving sustainable development goal 10 in seven Asian countries

Globalization and financial development contributions toward economic growth in Sudan

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Monica Bhutani | Wireless Sensors Awards | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Monica Bhutani | Wireless Sensors Awards | Best Researcher Award 

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Monica Bhutani, Bharati Vidyapeeth College of Engineering, New Delhi, India

Dr. Monica Bhutani is an accomplished academic and researcher in the field of Electronics and Communication Engineering, currently serving as an Associate Professor at Bharati Vidyapeeth’s College of Engineering (BVCOE), New Delhi. With a Ph.D. from IIT Delhi focused on MAC layer issues in Optical Wireless Communication, she brings over 18 years of teaching and research experience. Dr. Bhutani has held postdoctoral and research associate positions at Lincoln University College, Malaysia, and has actively contributed to cutting-edge projects on Li-Fi and 5G testbeds at IIT Delhi. Her research interests span Optical Wireless Communications, IEEE standards, Zigbee, Wireless Sensors, and IoT. She holds national and international patents, including innovations in student behavior monitoring and dairy automation. As Editor-in-Chief of Scienxt Journal of Electrical & Electronics Communication, and an editorial board member of Wireless and Communication Letters (Bentham Science), she is a recognized thought leader in her field. Additionally, she heads the IEEE BVCOE chapter and plays a vital role in IEEE’s student and professional development activities.

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Summary of Suitability: Dr. Monica Bhutani – Research for Best Researcher Award

Dr. Monica Bhutani stands out as a distinguished researcher and academician with a strong background in optical wireless communication, Li-Fi, wireless sensor networks, and IoT integration, underpinned by her Ph.D. from IIT Delhi. Her research on MAC layer issues in optical wireless communication is both timely and technologically critical. She has demonstrated a consistent trajectory of excellence through her 18+ years of teaching, editorial roles, IEEE leadership, and impactful industry-linked research projects at IIT Delhi. Dr. Bhutani has also been granted national and international patents, reflecting her ability to innovate with practical, real-world applications. Her work bridges academia, research, and applied technology, making her a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

🎓 Education

  • 🧠 Ph.D. in Electronics and Communication from IIT Delhi (2018–2023)
    Research Focus: MAC Layer Issues in Optical Wireless Communication

  • 📘 M.E. in Electronics and Communication Engineering – NITTTR, Chandigarh (Punjab University), 2006–2008

  • 📗 B.E. in Electronics and Communication Engineering – M.D. University, Haryana, 2001–2005

💼 Work Experience

  • 👩‍🏫 Associate Professor, Dept. of ECE, Bharati Vidyapeeth’s College of Engineering (BVCOE), New Delhi (2024–Present)

  • 📚 Assistant Professor, BVCOE, New Delhi (2010–2024)

  • 📘 Assistant Professor, PDM College of Engineering, Haryana (2008–2009)

  • 🏫 Lecturer, Vaish College of Engineering, Haryana (2005–2006)

  • 🌐 Postdoctoral Researcher & Research Associate, Lincoln University College, Malaysia

  • 👩‍🔬 Project Staff, IIT Delhi on Visible Light Communication & 5G Test Bed Projects

🏆 Achievements & Honors

  • 📖 Editor-in-Chief, Scienxt Journal of Electrical & Electronics Communication

  • 📝 Editorial Board Member, Wireless and Communication Letters (Bentham Science)

  • 🌟 Head of IEEE BVCOE (Delhi Section R10)

  • 💡 2 Patents Granted:

    • 🇮🇳 Student Behavior Monitoring Device – India, Jan 2024

    • 🇬🇧 Automated Dairy Cow Health Monitoring and Milking Machine – UK, Aug 2024

  • 📈 Google Scholar: 94 Citations, h-index: 7, i10-index: 3

Publication Top Notes:

IDT-Cascade: a novel information dissemination tree model for influential cascade detection in online social networks

Leveraging Machine Learning for Real-Time Loyalty Program Optimization

A Comprehensive Review on Advancements and Challenges in Fake News Detection

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Space Cyber Defense

Revolutionizing Supply Chain Management With AI and Green Computing

Cloud-connected central unit for traffic control: interfacing sensing units and centralized control for efficient traffic management

Design of Low Power and Energy Efficient Write Driver with Bitline Leakage Compensation for SRAM

Novel memristor-CMOS based domino self-resetting half-adder design for fast and low-power biomedical applications

Dr. QingYang Ding | Smart Sensors Awards | Best Researcher Award

Dr. QingYang Ding | Smart Sensors Awards | Best Researcher Award 

Dr. QingYang Ding, Beijing Union University, China

Ding Qingyang is a lecturer and Master’s Advisor with a distinguished career as a senior machine learning engineer. He earned his Ph.D. from the Central University of Finance and Economics in Beijing, China. An active member of the China Computer Association, the Higher Education Association, and the Blockchain Committee of the China Mobile Communication Association, Ding’s research interests span the smart Internet of Things, blockchain technology and its applications, as well as data mining and analysis. He has successfully led a general science and technology project funded by the Beijing Municipal Education Commission and contributed to several provincial and ministerial projects, including national key research and development initiatives and funding from the National Social Science Fund, Beijing Social Science Fund, and Beijing Natural Science Fund. With over 20 academic publications, one monograph, and applications for three national invention patents and two software copyrights, Ding Qingyang has made significant contributions to his fields of expertise.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Dr. Qingyang Ding is a lecturer and Master’s advisor with a strong academic background and professional experience in machine learning, blockchain, and the Internet of Things (IoT). He earned his Ph.D. from the Central University of Finance and Economics, Beijing, and is actively involved in various professional organizations such as the China Computer Federation and Blockchain Committee of China Mobile Communication Association.

Education:

  • Ph.D. in [specific discipline not mentioned] from the Central University of Finance and Economics, Beijing, China.

Work Experience:

  • Lecturer and Master’s Advisor with a focus on technology and engineering.
  • Senior Machine Learning Engineer with extensive industry and academic experience in AI and data technologies.
  • Professional Member of:
    • China Computer Association
    • Higher Education Association
    • Blockchain Committee of China Mobile Communication Association

Publication top Notes:

A Resource Allocation Algorithm for Cloud-Network Collaborative Satellite Networks with Differentiated QoS Requirements

Impact of Perceived Value and Community Attachment on Smart Renovation Participation Willingness for Sustainable Development of Old Urban Communities in China

Blockchain Empowered Reliable Federated Learning by Worker Selection: A Trustworthy Reputation Evaluation Method

OBBC: A Blockchain-Based Data Sharing Scheme for Open Banking

Permissioned Blockchain-Based Double-Layer Framework for Product Traceability System