Dr. Juan Lei | Sonar Imaging Awards | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Juan Lei | Sonar Imaging Awards | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Juan Lei, Northwestern Polytechnical University, China

Juan Lei was born in Shaanxi, She received her B.S. degree in Electronic Information Science and Technology from Northwest University, Xi’an, China, in 2008, and her M.S. degree from Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi’an, China, in 2013. Since September 2018, she has been pursuing a Ph.D. at Northwestern Polytechnical University. Her primary research interests include image processing and deep learning, with a particular focus on underwater sonar signal processing. With expertise in Underwater Unmanned Vehicles and on-board sensors, she has been actively engaged in the development of underwater image recognition and segmentation technologies. She also serves as the Deputy General Manager of Xi’an Tianhe Maritime Technology Co. Ltd., a company dedicated to researching and manufacturing underwater robots and sensor-equipped devices for acquiring underwater images and data.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Juan Lei has demonstrated a strong commitment to research in the field of image processing, deep learning, and underwater sonar signal processing. Her academic journey, from obtaining a B.S. in Electronic Information Science and Technology to an ongoing Ph.D. at Northwestern Polytechnic University, highlights her dedication to advancing scientific knowledge.

📚 Education:

  • 🎓 B.S. in Electronic Information Science and Technology – Northwest University, Xi’an, China (2008)
  • 🎓 M.S. in [Electronic/Engineering Field] – Northwestern Polytechnic University, Xi’an, China (2013)
  • 🎓 Ph.D. Candidate in [Relevant Field] – Northwestern Polytechnic University, Xi’an, China (2018–Present)

💼 Work Experience:

  • 🏢 Deputy General Manager – Xi’an Tianhe Maritime Technology Co. Ltd.
    🔹 Specialized in underwater robotics and sensor-equipped devices for underwater data acquisition
    🔹 Focused on underwater image recognition and segmentation

🏆 Achievements, Awards & Honors:

  • 🥇 Expertise in image processing & deep learning
  • 🌊 Knowledge of Underwater Unmanned Vehicles (UUVs) & onboard sensors
  • 🎯 Research focus on underwater sonar signal processing
  • 🏅 Contributed to advancements in underwater image recognition & segmentation

Publication Top Notes:

CNN–Transformer Hybrid Architecture for Underwater Sonar Image Segmentation

 

Prof. Zuofeng Zhou | Optical Imaging | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Zuofeng Zhou | Optical Imaging | Best Researcher Award 

Prof. Zuofeng Zhou, Xi’an Institute of Optics and Precision Mechanics of CAS, China

Dr. Zuofeng Zhou is a Professor at the Xi’an Institute of Optics and Precision Mechanics (XIOPM), Chinese Academy of Sciences, and the Chief Engineer of XIOPM Holdings Co., Ltd. He is recognized as an Outstanding Young Scholar in Shaanxi Province, China. His research interests span image denoising, computer vision, machine learning, hyperspectral remote sensing image processing, and scientific and technological achievements industrialization. Over the past decade, he has published more than 80 research papers in esteemed journals and conferences and holds 14 technology and product patents. Dr. Zhou is an IEEE Member and serves as a reviewer for multiple international journals, including IEEE Transactions on Image Processing and Neurocomputing. He is actively involved in the industrialization of scientific and technological innovations, leading efforts in technology commercialization, startup incubation, and investment in high-tech enterprises, particularly in optoelectronics and military-civilian integration.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Dr. Zuofeng Zhou is a highly accomplished researcher with extensive contributions in the fields of image processing, computer vision, and machine learning. His expertise spans both theoretical research and practical industrial applications, particularly in hyper-spectral remote sensing image processing and image/video analysis.

🎓 Education

  • Ph.D. in a relevant field (Details not specified)

💼 Work Experience

  • Full Professor – XIOPM, Chinese Academy of Sciences
  • Chief Engineer – XIOPM Holdings Co., LTD
  • Referee – Reviewer for top journals including:
    • IEEE Transactions on Image Processing
    • Neurocomputing (Elsevier)
    • IET Image Processing
    • Signal Processing (Elsevier)
    • Conferences: CVPR, ICIP, ECCV

🏆 Achievements & Contributions

  • 📜 Research Contributions:
    • Published 80+ research papers in renowned journals and conferences (e.g., Signal Processing, ICIP, IET Image Processing)
    • Authored book chapter in Wavelet Transform and Some of Its Real-World Applications (ISBN: 978-953-51-2230-2)
  • 🔬 Research Interests:
    • Image denoising & computer vision
    • Machine learning & hyperspectral remote sensing
    • Image/video analysis
    • Industrialization of scientific and technological achievements
  • 📌 Patents:
    • Obtained 14 technology and product patent authorizations
  • 🚀 Industrialization Initiatives:
    • Led the commercialization of S&T achievements at XIOPM
    • Established 280+ hi-tech enterprises
    • Created 7,000+ jobs
    • Developed industry clusters in laser equipment, optoelectronic integrated circuits, and healthcare
  • 💰 Investment & Entrepreneurship:
    • Co-founded CAS Star Incubator Co., Ltd.
    • Managed funds totaling ~5 billion CNY
    • Invested in 150+ projects, attracting over 630 million CNY in social investment

🏅 Awards & Honors

  • 🌟 Outstanding Young Scholar – Shaanxi Province, China
  • 🎖 IEEE Member
  • 🏆 Recognitions:
    • “CAS Pilot Unit for S&T Achievement Transformation”
    • “Shaanxi Pilot Unit for Building an Innovative Province”
    • “State-level S&T Enterprise Incubator”

Publication Top Notes:

Satellite Pose Measurement Using an Improving SIFT Algorithm

ViBe algorithm based on background fusion and channel calculation

The Application of a Pavement Distress Detection Method Based on FS-Net

Image Enhancement Technology in Pavement Disease Detection System

High-Precision Volume Measurement of Potholes in Pavement Maintenance

 

Ms. Rumi Iwai | Non-Contact Imaging | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Rumi Iwai | Non-Contact Imaging | Best Researcher Award 

Ms. Rumi Iwai, Kyushu University, Japan

Ms. Rumi Iwai is an accomplished clinical engineer and researcher currently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy in Dental Anesthesiology at the Faculty of Dental Science, Kyushu University, in Fukuoka, Japan. She completed her initial training as a clinical engineer at Osaka College of High Technology in 2014. Since 2017, Ms. Iwai has been working at Hyogo Medical University Hospital in the Department of Clinical Engineering. Her professional responsibilities encompass a wide range of tasks including operating room management, hemodialysis, arrhythmia monitoring, intensive care, and the management of medical electronic equipment. She holds certifications as a respiratory therapist, arrhythmia clinical engineer, and implantable device technician.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Ms. Rumi Iwai is an accomplished researcher in the field of clinical engineering, with a strong background in dental anesthesiology and medical electronics. Her contributions to extracorporeal circulation therapy and cardiac implantable devices, along with her awards and recognitions, highlight her as a promising candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

Education:

  1. Clinical Engineer
    • Institution: Osaka College of High Technology
    • Address: 1-2-43 Miyahara, Yodogawa-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka, Japan
    • Year: 2014
  2. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
    • Current Institution: Department of Dental Anesthesiology, Faculty of Dental Science, Kyushu University
    • Address: 3-1-1 Maidashi, Higashi-ku, Fukuoka 812-8582, JAPAN
    • Status: Currently attending

Work Experience:

  1. Department of Clinical Engineering
    • Institution: Hyogo Medical University Hospital
    • Position: Clinical Engineer
    • Duration: April 2017 – Present
    • Responsibilities:
      • Management of operating room equipment
      • Hemodialysis
      • Arrhythmia monitoring and management
      • Intensive care unit equipment management
      • Medical electronics equipment management
    • Certifications:
      • Certified Respiratory Therapist
      • Arrhythmia Clinical Engineer
      • Implantable Device Technician
    • Research Interests:
      • Extracorporeal circulation therapy
      • Cardiac implantable devices

Publication top Notes:

Reliable Stenosis Detection Based on Thrill Waveform Analysis Using Non-Contact Arteriovenous Fistula Imaging

A Study on Stenosis Detection Based on Non-contact Thrill Wave Imaging and Gradient-Boosting Decision Tree