Assist. Prof. Dr. Lechen Li | Signal Processing | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Lechen Li | Signal Processing | Best Researcher Award 

Assist. Prof. Dr. Lechen Li, Hohai University, China

Lechen Li is an Assistant Professor at the College of Water Conservancy and Hydropower Engineering, Hohai University, Nanjing, China. He received his Ph.D. in Engineering Mechanics from Columbia University in 2023, where his research focused on smart grid development, data-driven system control, and computational structural dynamics. Prior to that, he earned an M.S. in Data Science from Columbia University, supported by the Robert A.W. and Christine S. Carleton Scholarship, and a B.S. in Engineering Mechanics from Sichuan University, where he won the First Prize in the Zhou Peiyuan National Mechanics Modeling Contest. His current research spans infrastructure intelligent monitoring, data-driven seepage analysis, computational dynamics, and renewable energy optimization. Dr. Li has presented award-winning work at major international conferences such as the 8th World Conference on Structural Control and Monitoring and has collaborated on interdisciplinary projects involving smart electricity networks and structural health monitoring.

Professional Profile:

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🏅 Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Dr. Lechen Li is a highly promising and accomplished early-career researcher whose interdisciplinary work spans Engineering Mechanics, Data Science, and Infrastructure Monitoring. His exceptional academic background, innovative research in intelligent structural control, and impactful contributions to renewable energy systems make him an excellent candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

🎓 Education

  • Ph.D. in Engineering Mechanics
    Columbia University, USA (09/2019 – 06/2023)
    🔍 Research: Smart Grid, Structural Dynamics, Signal Processing
    📊 GPA: 3.889/4.0

  • M.S. in Data Science
    Columbia University, USA (09/2018 – 08/2019)
    💡 Focus: Neural Networks, Dynamical Systems
    📚 Robert A.W. and Christine S. Carleton Scholarship
    📊 GPA: 3.917/4.0

  • B.S. in Engineering Mechanics
    Sichuan University, China (09/2014 – 06/2018)
    🧠 Strong foundation in Mechanics & Modelling
    📊 GPA: 3.6/4.0
    🥇 First Prize in Zhou Peiyuan National Mechanics Modeling Contest (2017)
    🏅 First Prize Scholarship (Twice between 2014–2016)

🧑‍🏫 Current Position

  • Assistant Professor
    College of Water Conservancy and Hydropower Engineering, Hohai University, China (06/2023 – Present)
    🌊 Research: Infrastructure Intelligent Monitoring, Seepage Control, Computational Dynamics, Renewable Energy.

🧪 Research & Projects

  • Structural Control & Health Monitoring
    Columbia University (2021 – 2023)
    🤖 Developed a Generalized Auto-Encoder (GAE) for damage detection
    🎙️ Presented at 8WCSCM, awarded Best Conference Paper (2022) 🏆

  • Smart Grid for Residential Buildings
    Columbia University (2019 – 2020)
    ⚡ Built ConvLSTM neural network for intelligent load control
    📈 Improved forecasting accuracy by 16%

💼 Industry Experience

  • Data Research Analyst
    CICT, Colombo, Sri Lanka (12/2017 – 03/2018)
    🚢 Applied ML for port logistics & road paving optimization
    🔁 Designed reinforcement learning system for transportation planning

  • CAE Analyst
    National Institute of Water, Energy & Transportation, China (06/2016 – 08/2016)
    🏗️ Simulated pile-soil stress using XFEM
    🔍 Assessed 70% lateral pressure effects on platform-supported pile groups

🏅 Achievements, Awards & Honors

  • 🥇 Best Conference Paper Award, 8WCSCM (2022)

  • 📚 Robert A.W. and Christine S. Carleton Scholarship (2018)

  • 🧠 First Prize, Zhou Peiyuan National Mechanics Modeling Contest (2017)

  • 🎖️ Sichuan University First Prize Scholarship (2014–2016, twice)

Publication Top Notes:

Experimental Study on Dynamic Characteristics of Coarse-Grained Materials and Its Application on Numerical Analysis for Permanent Deformation of Rockfll Dams

Mrs. Sabatina Criscuolo | Signal Processing Awards | Young Scientist Award

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Mrs. Sabatina Criscuolo | Signal Processing Awards | Young Scientist Award 

Mrs. Sabatina Criscuolo, University of Naples Federico II, Italy

Sabatina Criscuolo is an Italian biomedical engineer currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Information and Communication Technology for Health at the University of Naples Federico II, where she is affiliated with the National Research Council’s Institute of Intelligent Industrial Technologies and Systems for Advanced Manufacturing (STIIMA). Her research focuses on the development of advanced artificial intelligence techniques to support precision medicine, with specific applications in neurodegenerative diseases, type 1 diabetes, and colorectal surgery. Sabatina has also collaborated internationally, including a visiting PhD position at the Applied Intelligence Research Centre in Dublin, where she worked on EEG artifact removal using variational autoencoders. With a strong academic background, she holds a Master’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, specializing in Bionic and Biorobotics, and has been involved in various research projects and initiatives aimed at enhancing health monitoring and rehabilitation technologies. In addition to her research activities, Sabatina contributes to the scientific community as a reviewer for multiple journals and has organized significant conferences in her field.

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Research for Young Scientist Award Evaluation for Sabatina Criscuolo

Sabatina Criscuolo is a promising candidate for the Research for Young Scientist Award, given her strong academic background, ongoing research initiatives, and contributions to the field of biomedical engineering and artificial intelligence. Here are several key points that highlight her suitability for this award.

Academic Experience

Sabatina is currently engaged in research at the National Research Council – STIIMA in Lecco, Italy, focusing on advanced artificial intelligence techniques to support precision medicine. Her work involves developing AI algorithms for applications in electroencephalographic (EEG) analysis related to neurodegenerative diseases, type 1 diabetes, and colorectal surgery.

PhD Studies: Since January 2022, she has been pursuing her PhD, with her thesis submission planned for December 2024 and expected graduation in March 2025. She has also been a visiting PhD student at the Applied Intelligence Research Centre in Dublin, Ireland, where she worked on EEG artifact removal using variational autoencoders and explainable AI.

Education

Sabatina holds a Master’s degree in Biomedical Engineering with a focus on Bionic & Biorobotics, where she developed a wearable Brain-Computer Interface system for robot-assisted rehabilitation in children with ADHD. She also completed a Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, focusing on innovative enzyme immobilization methods.

Research Collaborations

Her collaborative research spans several institutions, including the University of Salento, Temple University, and the Interdepartmental Research Centre on Management and Innovation in Healthcare at her home university.

Scientific Impact

As of July 2024, Sabatina has an H-index of 5 on Scopus, reflecting her contributions to topics such as EEG signal analysis and diabetes management.

Publication Top Notes

Interpreting the latent space of a Convolutional Variational Autoencoder for semi-automated eye blink artefact detection in EEG signals

Improving Multiscale Fuzzy Entropy Robustness in EEG-Based Alzheimer’s Disease Detection via Amplitude Transformation

Exploring Nutritional Influence on Blood Glucose Forecasting for Type 1 Diabetes Using Explainable AI

A Novel Metric for Alzheimer’s Disease Detection Based on Brain Complexity Analysis via Multiscale Fuzzy Entropy

EEG complexity-based algorithm using Multiscale Fuzzy Entropy: Towards a detection of Alzheimer’s disease

Mr. Qiang Yu | Signal Theory Award | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Qiang Yu | Signal Theory Award | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Qiang Yu, Shanxi Normal University, China

Dr. Qiang Yu is a distinguished professor in the Department of Mathematical Sciences at Shanxi Normal University, China. With a solid academic foundation, Dr. Yu obtained his B.S. in Mathematics Education from Shi He Zi University in 2003, followed by an M.S. in Applied Mathematics and a Ph.D. in Basic Mathematics from Shaanxi Normal University in 2009 and 2014, respectively. His doctoral research, under the guidance of Professor Baowei Wu, focused on nonlinear systems, stability, stabilization, and control. Dr. Yu’s professional career began as a mathematics teacher at Fukang No.1 Senior School in Xinjiang. He then advanced to academic positions at Heng Shui University and Shaanxi Normal University, where he steadily rose through the ranks from Lecturer to Associate Professor, and ultimately to Professor in December 2023. He also served as a visiting professor at the Shibaura Institute of Technology in Japan from 2019 to 2020, collaborating with Prof. Guisheng Zhai.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Dr. Qiang Yu demonstrates an exceptional academic and professional background that makes him highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award. His educational foundation in mathematics (B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. from Shi He Zi University and Shaanxi Normal University) underpins his rigorous work in complex areas like control theory, dynamical systems, and nonlinear systems. He has further specialized in switched systems, robust control, and time-delay systems—highly relevant research areas with widespread applications in engineering and mathematics.

📚 Academic Background

  • 🎓 B.S. in Mathematics Education (1999-2003) – Shi He Zi University
  • 🎓 M.S. in Applied Mathematics (2006-2009) – Shaanxi Normal University
  • 🎓 Ph.D. in Basic Mathematics (2011-2014) – Shaanxi Normal University
    • 📑 Advisor: Professor Baowei Wu
    • 🔍 Research Theme: Nonlinear Systems, Stability, Stabilization, and Control

🏫 Professional Experience

  • 🧑‍🏫 Math Teacher – Fukang No.1 Senior School, Xinjiang (2003-2006)
  • 📈 Lecturer – Heng Shui University, Hebei (2009-2011)
  • 🎓 Lecturer, Associate Professor, and Professor – Shaanxi Normal University, Shanxi (2014-present)
  • 🌏 Visiting Professor – Shibaura Institute of Technology, Saitama, Japan (2019-2020)

🔬 Research Interests

  • 🛠️ Switched Systems
  • 📏 Robust Control
  • ⏳ Time-Delay Systems
  • 📊 Control Theory and Engineering
  • 🧮 Applied Mathematics
  • 🔄 Dynamical Systems
  • 🤖 Neural Networks

🌐 Professional Memberships and Activities

  • 🔍 Reviewer for Mathematical Reviews
  • 🏅 Member, IEEE Control Systems Society
  • 🧩 Member, Chinese Mathematical Society
  • 🤖 Member, Chinese Association of Automation
  • 🇨🇳 Member, Society of Industry and Applied Mathematics of China
  • ✒️ Editorial Board Member, American Journal of Applied Mathematics (Since 2020)

🏆 Honors and Awards

  • 🥇 First Prize Gardener’s Scholarship, Shaanxi Normal University (2013)
  • 🥈 Second Prize in National College Student Academic Competitions (2013)
  • 🎖️ National Scholarship for Doctoral Students, Ministry of Education of China (2013)
  • 🏅 Excellent Postgraduate Student Award, Shaanxi Normal University (2014)
  • 🥉 Third Prize in Teachers’ Skills Competition, Shanxi Normal University (2015)
  • 🥈 Second Prize in National Mathematics Micro Course Design Competition (2016)
  • 🌟 Advanced Individual for Educational Excellence, Shanxi Normal University (2017)
  • 🥉 Third Prize for Excellent Academic Paper, Shanxi Science and Technology Department (2018)
  • 🥇 First Prize Science and Technology Award, Shaanxi Higher Education Institutions (2019)
  • 🏆 Second Prize of the Natural Science Award, Shaanxi Science and Technology (2022)

Publication top Notes:

Sampled-data synchronization of delayed multi-agent networks and its application to coupled circuit

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Analysis of mixed convection flow in an inclined lid-driven enclosure with Buongiorno’s nanofluid model

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Stability analysis for discrete-time switched systems with stable and unstable modes based on a weighted average dwell time approach

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Coiflets solutions for Föppl-von Kármán equations governing large deflection of a thin flat plate by a novel wavelet-homotopy approach

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Robust stability analysis of uncertain switched linear systems with unstable subsystems

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Stability analysis of discrete-time switched linear systems with unstable subsystems

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Dr. Zhengjia Xu | Signal Analysis Award | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Zhengjia Xu | Signal Analysis Award | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Zhengjia Xu, Cranfield University, United Kingdom

Dr. Zhengjia Xu is an accomplished Electronic and Embedded Software Engineer with a rich blend of academic and industrial experience. He holds a Ph.D. in Aerospace from Cranfield University, where his research focused on cognitive communication and intelligent DSP for drone applications. Dr. Xu has a strong track record of over 25 peer-reviewed publications, including influential journal articles and conference papers in fields such as intelligent signal processing and aerospace engineering. Currently, he serves as a Research Fellow at Cranfield University, specializing in position, navigation, and timing systems, and has led several high-profile projects funded by ESA and EPSRC. His prior roles include Senior RF Engineer at Drone Defense Services Ltd, where he made significant advancements in passive RF radar and SDR-based receivers, and Electronic and Embedded Software Engineer at ASH Wireless (Captec LTD), where he developed advanced NB-IoT products and embedded firmware.

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Summary of Suitability for the Best Researcher Award

Zhengjia Xu has a comprehensive technical and research background, demonstrating expertise in both industrial and academic settings. His experience spans a range of areas including embedded software development, digital system design, RF analysis, and intelligent signal processing.

Education

Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering
Cranfield University, Cranfield, UK
September 2017 – March 2021

  • Research Area: Cognitive communication, intelligent DSP, drone communication
  • Thesis: “Cognitive Communication for UAV Applications”
  • Proposed a DSP algorithm enabled by deep learning for RF fingerprint identification, simulated air-to-ground communication performance, and proposed system architectures for UAV communications.

M.Sc. in Vehicle Operation Design
Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Nanjing, China
September 2014 – June 2017

  • Research Area: Aircraft modeling and control, fault-tolerant control
  • Simulated aircraft aerodynamic models, developed aircraft control algorithms, and analyzed real flight data. Involved in PCB layout design and the development of flight simulators.

Bachelor in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Nanjing, China
September 2010 – June 2014

  • Thesis: “Research on Stability and Control of Quadratic Aircraft Based on STM32F407”
  • Designed PID-based flight control software on a self-designed PCB board with STM32 MCU.

Work Experience

Research Fellow in Position, Navigation, and Timing
Cranfield University, Bedford, UK
March 2023 – Present

  • Managed projects with stakeholders including Telespazio – Thales UK, European Space Agency, and others.
  • Co-supervised over 10 MSc and PhD student projects.
  • Main researcher for two ESA-funded projects and one EPSRC-funded 6G project.
  • Delivered lectures and developed course materials for 13 hours across four modules.

Senior RF Engineer
Drone Defense Services Ltd, Retford, UK
March 2022 – March 2023

  • Developed passive RF radar products, including software refactoring and hardware integration.
  • Improved radar detection range significantly and led the design of an SDR-based OFDM receiver.
  • Proficient in SDR developments and GPU platform optimization.

Electronic and Embedded Software Engineer
ASH Wireless (Captec LTD), Southampton, UK
March 2021 – March 2022

  • Developed an NB-IoT product for air-to-ground communication.
  • Customized IoT protocol suite and performed schematic design and RF validation.
  • Experienced in STM ARM Cortex-based embedded application developments.

Volunteer, IET Aerospace TN Committee
Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
September 2022 – Present

  • Participated in strategic planning and board meetings for the aerospace technical network.

Publication top Notes:

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