Prof. Dr. HyunJe Oh | Cyber-Physical Systems | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. HyunJe Oh | Cyber-Physical Systems | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr HyunJe Oh | Korea Institute of Construction Technology | South Korea

Prof. Dr. Hyun Je Oh is a highly respected expert in civil, environmental, and water engineering, known for his extensive contributions as a Senior Research Fellow at the Korea Institute of Construction Technology and as a Professor at the University of Science and Technology. With advanced academic training culminating in a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering, he has led 112 national research and development projects completed by 2025, contributing significantly to advancements in water treatment, environmental protection, and engineering innovation. His professional leadership includes long-term service in the Clean Water Forum Committee of the National Assembly, presidency of the Korea Society on Water and Wastewater from 2015 to 2017, and chairing the Seoul Metropolitan Government Tap Water Evaluation Committee from 2010 to 2012. Prof. Dr. Oh’s scholarly achievements include 51 published documents, 69 domestic and international research papers, and 421 academic presentations. His work has received 783 citations from 729 referencing documents, supported by a citation index score of 13. He also maintains a strong record in industrial innovation, with 96 patent applications and registrations, 61 officially granted patents, and 17 technologies successfully transferred to industry, demonstrating substantial impact on clean water systems and sustainable engineering practices.

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Featured Publications

Oh, H. J. (2026). Optimal data pooling from multiple waterbodies to improve machine-learning predictions of cyanobacterial blooms. Journal of Contaminant Hydrology.

Oh, H. J. (2026). Evaluating circulation-type membrane capacitive deionization as a dual-function system for ion removal and enrichment. Desalination.

Oh, H. J. (2025). Enhanced desalination performance of pilot-scale membrane capacitive deionization system with circulation process. Desalination.

Oh, H. J. (2024). Performance optimization of a pilot-scale membrane capacitive deionization system operating with circulation process. Separation and Purification Technology.

Oh, H. J. (2023). Optimizing operational conditions of pilot-scale membrane capacitive deionization system. Sustainability.

Assist. Prof. Dr. Yan Zeng | AI in Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Yan Zeng | AI in Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Yan Zeng | Hangzhou Dianzi University | China

Assist. Prof. Dr. Yan Zeng, an accomplished associate professor at the School of Computer Science, Hangzhou Dianzi University, has made significant contributions in the fields of distributed and parallel computing, distributed machine learning, and big data analytics. After earning her PhD from the Institute of Software, Chinese Academy of Sciences in 2016, her research has focused on advancing large-scale computation and data-intensive systems.  The Key Research and Development Program of Zhejiang Province, the Yangtze River Delta Project, and the Natural Science Foundation of Zhejiang Province. Her academic influence is reflected in 173 citations by 161 documents, 42 published papers, and an h-index of 9, demonstrating strong research impact and visibility. With 10 peer-reviewed publications in SCI and Scopus-indexed journals, Yan Zeng’s scholarly output showcases innovation in computational frameworks and distributed systems. Furthermore, she has been actively involved in practical technological advancements, holding 34 patents that bridge theoretical insights with industrial applications. Through her extensive research, publication record, and innovation-driven approach, Yan Zeng continues to play a pivotal role in shaping advancements in computer science and data engineering.

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Featured Publications

Zeng, Y., et al. (2025). FedAMM: Federated learning for brain tumor segmentation with arbitrary missing modalities [Conference paper]. Proceedings of the International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning.

Zeng, Y., et al. (2025). TransAware: An automatic parallel method for deep learning model training with global model structure awareness [Conference paper]. Proceedings of the International Conference on Advanced Computing and Applications.

Zeng, Y., et al. (2025). A correlation analysis-based federated learning framework for defending against collusion-free-riding attacks. Cybersecurity, 2025(1), 1–12.

Zeng, Y., et al. (2025). FedAEF: Optimizing federated learning with mining and enhancing local data features. Cluster Computing, 2025(1), 1–15.

Mr. Adizue Ugonna | AI in Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Adizue Ugonna | AI in Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Adizue Ugonna | Budapest University of Technology and Economics | Hungary

Mr. Adizue Ugonna Loveday is a Doctoral Researcher and Laboratory Instructor at the Budapest University of Technology and Economics, specializing in Mechanical Engineering with expertise in industrial and production systems. His research focuses on intelligent modelling and process optimization for ultra-precision machining of hard materials, integrating artificial intelligence, tribological analysis, and thermal modeling to enhance manufacturing precision and efficiency. Professionally, he has contributed to several major research initiatives including the Horizon 2020 Centre of Excellence in Production Informatics and Control (EPIC CoE), the iNext project on industrial digitalization, and multiple Hungarian Scientific Research Fund (OTKA) projects emphasizing AI-based predictive models for advanced machining and intelligent forming processes. His scholarly record demonstrates strong research performance, with 45 citations by 42 documents, 6 documents, and an h-index of 4 in Scopus; and 66 citations, an h-index of 5, and an i10-index of 2 in Google Scholar. In addition, his ORCID profile lists 6 professional activities and 8 published works, reflecting active engagement in international research collaboration, scientific reviewing, and production editing. Through these contributions, Mr. Loveday continues to advance smart and sustainable manufacturing technologies, bridging artificial intelligence and mechanical systems design in alignment with Industry 4.0 innovation goals.

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Publication Details

  1. Adizue, U. L., Tura, A. D., Isaya, E. O., Farkas, B. Z., & Takács, M. (2023). Surface quality prediction by machine learning methods and process parameter optimization in ultra-precision machining of AISI D2 using CBN tool. The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 128(1), 1–28.

  2. Adizue, U. L., Nwanya, S. C., & Ozor, P. A. (2020). Artificial neural network application to a process time planning problem for palm oil production. Engineering and Applied Science Research, 47(2), 161–169.

  3. Adizue, U. L., & Takács, M. (2025). Exploring the correlation between design of experiments and machine learning prediction accuracy in ultra-precision hard turning of AISI D2 with CBN insert: A comparative study. The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 1–30.

  4. Elly, O. I., Adizue, U. L., Tura, A. D., Farkas, B. Z., & Takács, M. (2024). Analysis, modelling, and optimization of force in ultra-precision hard turning of cold work hardened steel using the CBN tool. Journal of the Brazilian Society of Mechanical Sciences and Engineering, 46(1), 1–18.

  5. Adizue, U. L., Balázs, B. Z., & Takács, M. (2022). Surface roughness prediction applying artificial neural network at micro machining. IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering, 1246(1), 012034.

  6. Tura, A. D., Isaya, E. O., Adizue, U. L., Farkas, B. Z., & Takács, M. (2024). Optimization of ultra-precision CBN turning of AISI D2 using hybrid GA-RSM and Taguchi-GRA statistic tools. Heliyon, 10(11), e24357.

  7. Adizue, U. L., Agbadah, S. E., Ibeagha, D. C., & Falade, Y. O. (2017). Design and construction of an automated adjustable-can foil sealing machine. International Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences, 4(9), 257384.