Assist. Prof. Dr. Dumitru Radulescu | Machine Learning Awards | Top Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Dumitru Radulescu, University of Medicine and Pharmacy Craiova (UMF Craiova), Romania

Dumitru Rădulescu, is a distinguished medical professional and researcher specializing in surgery and medical sciences. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Medicine from UMF Craiova in 2009, followed by a Doctor of Medical Sciences degree, which he obtained in 2020 under the auspices of the Romanian Ministry of Health. Dr. Rădulescu’s academic journey is marked by his receipt of a competitive doctoral scholarship, highlighting his commitment to advancing his expertise in the medical field. Currently serving as a Specialist Surgeon at the Military Emergency Clinical Hospital “Dr. Ştefan Odobleja” in Craiova, he has accumulated extensive clinical experience through various residency programs in family medicine and general surgery. His professional roles include positions as a University Assistant at UMF Craiova, where he contributes to the education of future healthcare professionals in surgical specialties.

Professional Profile:

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Summary of Suitability for the Top Researcher Award

Dumitru Rădulescu is an accomplished researcher and specialist surgeon whose academic and professional journey highlights his commitment to advancing medical sciences, particularly in the areas of surgery and diagnostics. His education culminated in a Doctor of Medical Sciences degree from UMF Craiova, where he also received a doctoral scholarship, showcasing his academic excellence and dedication to research.

Education 📚

Doctor of Medical Sciences
University of Medicine and Pharmacy Craiova (UMF Craiova)
2014 – 2020
Doctoral Scholarship
UMF Craiova (POSDRU/187/1.5/S/156069)
2014 – 2015
Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine
UMF Craiova
2003 – 2009
High School Diploma
Balş Theoretical High School
1999 – 2003

Professional Development 🎓

Specialist Surgeon
Ministry of Health Order no. 721/04.06.2018
2018 – Present
General Surgery Resident
2012 – 2018
Family Medicine Resident
2010 – 2012

Areas of Competence 💪

DPPD Module (2008)
English for Specific Purposes – Medical English B2 (2021)

Professional Experience 🏥

Current Position:
University Assistant, Military Emergency Clinical Hospital “Dr. Ştefan Odobleja,” Craiova
2022 – Present
Previous Positions:
- University Assistant DRD, Department VI – Surgical Specialties (2018 – 2021)
- General Surgery Resident, Clinic I Surgery SCJU no.1 Craiova (2013 – 2018)
- Family Medicine Resident, Filantropia Clinical Hospital Craiova (2010 – 2012)

Research Contributions 🔬

Dr. Rădulescu is a dedicated researcher who recently received a grant for his project titled:
“Discovery and validation of a new leukocyte formula marker for predicting mortality in patients with tuberculosis and malnutrition using machine learning.” 🤖
This project highlights his commitment to leveraging modern technology in medical research to address critical health issues.

Publication Top Notes

Enhancing the Understanding of Abdominal Trauma During the COVID-19 Pandemic Through Co-Occurrence Analysis and Machine Learning

Cardiovascular and Neurological Diseases and Association with Helicobacter Pylori Infection—An Overview

Interactions between Cognitive, Affective, and Respiratory Profiles in Chronic Respiratory Disorders: A Cluster Analysis Approach

Oxidative Stress in Military Missions—Impact and Management Strategies: A Narrative

Analysis

The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Outcomes in Acute Pancreatitis: A Propensity Score Matched Study Comparing before and during the Pandemic

Ms. Rachel Stephen Mollel, University of Strathclyde, United Kingdom

Rachel Stephen Mollel is a Ph.D. student in Electrical and Electronic Engineering at the University of Strathclyde, UK. Her research focuses on machine learning, explainable AI, energy demand-side management, smart metering, and non-intrusive load monitoring (NILM). She holds a Master of Engineering from Arkansas Tech University, USA, and a Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunication Engineering from Visvesvaraya Technological University, India. Rachel has contributed significantly to the energy sector, exploring the role of smart meters in reducing energy costs and enhancing communication between energy providers and consumers. Her recent work, which investigates the potential of NILM to reveal hidden demand flexibility in residential energy consumption, has been published in various peer-reviewed journals and conferences. Additionally, she is actively involved in improving the interpretability of NILM models to enhance algorithm performance. Her contributions have been recognized with a Commonwealth Scholarship in 2020.

Summary of Suitability for the Best Scholar Award:

Rachel Stephen Mollel is a highly suitable candidate for the Best Research Scholar Award based on her significant contributions to the fields of machine learning, explainable AI, and energy demand-side management. As a PhD student at the University of Strathclyde, her research aims to address critical energy issues through innovative approaches like Non-Intrusive Load Monitoring (NILM), which helps uncover hidden demand flexibility in residential energy consumption.

Education:

2021 – Present: PhD in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, University of Strathclyde, UK
2010 – 2012: Master of Engineering, Arkansas Tech University, USA (GPA: 3.75/4.0)
2006 – 2010: Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunication Engineering, Visvesvaraya Technological University, India (First Class)

Work Experience:

2011 – 2012: Graduate Assistant, Arkansas Tech University, USA
Assisted in the Digital Logic and Robotics Course & Lab; delivered tutorials, graded lab reports and exams, and supported the development of course materials under faculty supervision.
2014 – 2020: Assistant Lecturer, University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Delivered lectures, prepared and graded exams in Control Systems Engineering and Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering. Supervised undergraduate student projects, practical training, and fieldwork. Managed various administrative duties, such as student registration and coordination of departmental examinations.