Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jie Zhao, Beijing University of Technology, China

Dr. Jie Zhao is an Associate Professor at the School of Physics and Optoelectronic Engineering at Beijing University of Technology, China. She earned his Ph.D. in Optics from the university, where she also completed her Master’s degree. Dr. Zhao gained international research experience as a joint-cultured Ph.D. student at the University of Sheffield, UK. Her primary research interests include optical information processing, digital holographic microscopy, and Fourier ptychography imaging, with a focus on biological samples and terahertz wave phase-contrast imaging.She has contributed significantly to the advancement of diffraction tomographic imaging and continuous terahertz holography. Dr. Zhao has published numerous peer-reviewed articles in prominent journals and holds multiple patents.She is also an active member of the Society of Photo-Optical Instrumentation Engineers (SPIE) and has served as a postdoctoral researcher at the Henan Institute of Metrology.

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Summary of Suitability for the Best Researcher Award – Jie Zhao

Dr. Jie Zhao is an Associate Professor at Beijing University of Technology (BJUT), specializing in Optics and Optoelectronics. With a strong background in terahertz imaging, computational tomography, and optical information processing, Dr. Zhao has made significant contributions to both theoretical and applied optics. His extensive research output and collaborative efforts position him as an excellent candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

Education:

Sep. 2007 – July 2011: Ph.D. in Optics, College of Applied Sciences, Beijing University of Technology (BJUT), China.
- Joint-cultured Ph.D. student at the College of Electronic and Electrical Engineering, The University of Sheffield, UK (Sep. 2008 – Sep. 2009).
Sep. 2005 – July 2007: Master’s in Optics, College of Applied Sciences, BJUT, China.
Sep. 2001 – July 2005: Bachelor’s in Science and Technology of Optical Information, College of Physics Science & Technology, Hebei University, China.

Professional Experience:

Aug. 2011 – Present: Associate Professor/Lecturer, School of Physics and Optoelectronic Engineering, BJUT, China.
- Courses taught: Optics, College Physics, and Optical Information Processing.
Nov. 2017 – Nov. 2020: Postdoctoral Researcher, Henan Institute of Metrology, China.
Sep. 2011 – Present: Member of SPIE (International Society for Optics and Photonics).

Publication top Notes:

Continuous-wave terahertz in-line holographic diffraction tomography with the scattering fields reconstructed by a physics-enhanced deep neural network

High accuracy terahertz computed tomography using a 3D printed super-oscillatory lens

Binary diffractive lens with subwavelength focusing for terahertz imaging

Binocular full-color holographic three-dimensional near eye display using a single SLM

Diffraction tomography based on Fourier ptychographic microscopy with the multiple scattering model

Continuous-Wave Terahertz In-Line Digital Holography Based on Physics-Enhanced Deep Neural Network

Assoc Prof Dr. Dericks Shukla | Remote Sensing | Excellence in Research

Assoc Prof Dr. Dericks Shukla, IIT Mandi, India

Dr. Dericks Praise Shukla, born on January 2, 1982, is an esteemed Associate Professor with a robust academic and research background in Remote Sensing and GIS. He began his academic journey with a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics, Electronics, and Mathematics from Ewing Christian College, Allahabad University, completed between 1999 and 2002. He then pursued a Master of Science degree in Remote Sensing and GIS from Jiwaji University, which he obtained from 2002 to 2004. Dr. Shukla further advanced his expertise by earning a Ph.D. in Remote Sensing and Environmental Hydro-Geology from the University of Delhi, where he studied from 2006 to 2012.Dr. Shukla’s professional career has been marked by significant contributions to both teaching and research. Since December 2019, he has been associated with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Mandi, where he is involved in teaching, research, and administrative duties. Prior to this, from January 2015 to November 2019, he also held similar responsibilities at IIT Mandi. From August 2011 to January 2015, Dr. Shukla worked at Ram Lal Anand College and the Department of Geology, where he continued his dedication to teaching and research. His professional journey began at J.M EnviroNet Pvt. Ltd., Gurgaon, where he served as a Functional Area Expert for EIA as a consultant in Remote Sensing and GIS from November 2009 to August 2013.

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Degrees Conferred

B.Sc.: Ewing Christian College, Allahabad University 🏛️
- Fields: Physics, Electronics, and Mathematics (1999-2002) 🧮
M.Sc.: Jiwaji University 🌍
- Fields: Remote Sensing and GIS (2002-2004) 🌐
Ph.D.: University of Delhi 🏫
- Fields: Remote Sensing, Environmental Hydro-Geology (2006-2012) 🌎

Research/Training Experience

December 2019 – Present: Indian Institute of Technology Mandi 🏔️
- Roles: Teaching, Research, Administrative Work 📖
January 2015 – November 2019: Indian Institute of Technology Mandi 🏔️
- Roles: Teaching, Research, Administrative Work 📚
August 2011 – January 2015: Ram Lal Anand College and Department of Geology 🏫
- Roles: Teaching, Research, Administrative Work 📝
November 2009 – August 2013: J.M EnviroNet Pvt. Ltd., Gurgaon 🏢
- Role: Functional Area Expert for EIA as Consultant in Remote Sensing and GIS 🌐

Major Scientific Fields of Interest

Remote Sensing & GIS (RS&GIS) 🌐
Natural Hazards 🌪️
Multispectral and SAR Remote Sensing 🌈
Himalayan Geology 🏔️

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jie Zhao | Remote Sensing Awards | Best Researcher Award