Soyoung Jung | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Soyoung Jung | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Dongyang University |  South Korea

Soyoung Jung, Ph.D., is an accomplished associate professor in the School of Smart System at Dongyang University, Engineering South Korea, with a strong interdisciplinary background in civil and environmental engineering, transportation engineering, statistics, and quantitative planning. Her academic training spans premier institutions in the United States and Korea, shaping her expertise in data-driven transportation safety, emergency medical service systems, and smart safety infrastructure. Dr. Jung’s research focuses on integrating spatial analysis, data mining, simulation, and optimization techniques to improve traffic safety, pre-hospital emergency medical services, and regional equity in emergency response systems, particularly across rural and urban networks. She has led numerous nationally funded research projects as principal investigator, supported by the National Research Foundation of Korea and multiple government ministries, addressing topics such as emergency patient transport efficiency, ambulance–helicopter coordination, EMS resource optimization, weather-related traffic safety, and large-scale safety prediction models. Her scholarly output demonstrates sustained impact in transportation and safety engineering, reflected in a solid publication record with a strong h-index, substantial number of indexed documents, and a notable citation count, highlighting the relevance of her work within the global research community. Through research, teaching, and funded innovation, Dr. Jung continues to contribute to the advancement of smart safety systems and evidence-based transportation policy.

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Chokri Aloui | Operations Research and Statistical Optimization | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Chokri Aloui | Operations Research and Statistical Optimization | Research Excellence Award

University of Sousse | Tunisia

Dr. Chokri Aloui is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Economics and Management, University of Sousse, and a researcher at the Laboratory of Research in Innovation Management and Sustainable Development, Sousse Higher Institute of Management, specializing in microeconomics, industrial organization, platform and network economics, environmental economics, and the economic appraisal of development projects. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics from Sousse University, preceded by a Master’s degree from Tunisia Polytechnic School and a Bachelor’s degree from Jendouba University, and his academic trajectory reflects a consistent focus on network externalities, two-sided markets, competition, and digital economy dynamics. His teaching portfolio spans industrial economics, microeconomics at various levels, game theory, markets and strategies, development project appraisal, and business simulation, demonstrating broad expertise across applied and theoretical microeconomics. His research contributions include influential works on platform capacity sharing, congestion pricing, net neutrality, corporate social responsibility in two-sided platforms, and environmental certification within international trade, published in journals such as Economic Modelling, Networks and Spatial Economics, Managerial and Decision Economics, the International Review of Economics, and The Manchester School. Across his scholarly output, he has produced multiple peer-reviewed articles and maintains an active presence on platforms such as Google Scholar and ResearchGate. His Scopus profile reports approximately 43 citations, an h-index of 3, and a set of documents reflecting his ongoing research productivity. Overall, Chokri Aloui stands out as a researcher whose work integrates rigorous modeling with practical economic policy implications, contributing meaningfully to the understanding of digital markets, innovation, environmental responsibility, and development-oriented economic assessments.

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Xu Ge | Statistical Applications in Engineering | Industrial Statistics Award

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Mr. Xu Ge | Statistical Applications in Engineering | Industrial Statistics Award

Shanghai Jiao Tong University | China

Mr. Xu Ge is a promising researcher specializing in control science, soft sensing, and intelligent systems, currently pursuing his Ph.D. at the UM-SJTU Joint Institute, Shanghai Jiao Tong University. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Automation from the School of Mechanical Engineering and Automation at Harbin Institute of Technology (Shenzhen), where he consistently demonstrated academic excellence and technical innovation. Throughout his academic journey, Xu Ge has been recognized with numerous honors, including the prestigious National Scholarship, Topband Enterprise Scholarship, and First-Class Academic Scholarship. His university distinctions-Outstanding Student, Outstanding CYL Member, Outstanding Graduate, and Outstanding Thesis-further highlight his commitment to excellence. Xu has achieved remarkable success in national competitions, winning the ROBOCOM National First Prize, ROBOCON National Third Prize, the National Undergraduate Smart Car Competition (Outdoor Track) National Third Prize, and the National Undergraduate Mathematics Competition Provincial First Prize. His research experience reflects a strong interdisciplinary background bridging control engineering, machine learning, and system modeling. Notably, in the NSFC project “Online Estimation of Loads and Fatigue Life Prediction of Key Chassis Components under Random Driving Conditions,” he designed a soft-sensing framework that enables high-accuracy signal estimation through data-driven models and developed an embedded system for real-world vehicle testing. His collaboration with BYD on the “New Energy Vehicles Technology Program” showcased his expertise in robotics and deep learning, where he constructed datasets from BYD blade-battery modules and integrated neural networks with classical algorithms for precise robotic welding detection and operation. Xu Ge has contributed several impactful publications, including works in Mechanical Systems and Signal Processing and IEEE Transactions on Vehicular Technology, and papers accepted for presentation at IECON 2025. His accepted and submitted research covers a wide range of topics, such as vehicle sensor optimization, kernelized modeling for wheel load estimation, and battery electrochemical parameter identification through hybrid optimization methods. With his strong foundation in algorithm design, system integration, and data-driven control, Xu Ge continues to push the frontiers of intelligent mechanical systems and vehicular sensing technologies, aspiring to develop innovative, high-performance solutions that bridge theoretical advancements with industrial applications.

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Ge, X., Li, M., Zhou, J., Qiu, Y., & Zhang, M. (2026). MMSE noncausal FIR based wheel force soft-sensing under Bernoulli-uniform prior. Mechanical Systems and Signal Processing, 242, 113601.

Ge, X., Zhang, M., Zhou, J., Chen, W., Li, X., & Li, M. (2025). Vehicle sensor configuration optimization for tire force estimation based on Min-Max SDP. In IECON 2025 – 51st Annual Conference of the IEEE Industrial Electronics Society.

Om Sambhaji Shelke | Operations Research and Statistical Optimization | Excellence in Research Award

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Dr. Om Sambhaji Shelke | Operations Research and Statistical Optimization | Excellence in Research Award

Sinomune Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd | China

Dr. Om Sambhaji Shelke is a highly accomplished pharmaceutical scientist with extensive expertise in the formulation and development of topical, semisolid, solid, and liquid drug products. Holding a Ph.D. in Pharmacy and an M. Pharmacy from Savitribai Phule Pune University, he has over a decade of experience across global markets including the US, EU, China, Hong Kong, and India. Currently serving as Chief Scientist at Sinomune Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd. in Wuxi, Jiangsu, China, Dr. Shelke leads the development of generic topical products for the NMPA market. He is skilled in Quality by Design (QbD)-based development of creams, ointments, gels, shampoos, and solutions, with specialization in novel formats such as emulgel, organogel, nanogel, solid lipid nanoparticles, suspensions, and toothpaste. He also holds three granted patents and has published multiple scientific and technical articles. Throughout his career, he has received multiple awards recognizing his innovation, knowledge sharing, and leadership, including the StarFire Award. Dr. Shelke has held pivotal roles at leading pharmaceutical and consumer healthcare companies such as Prinbury Biopharm Co. Ltd., Encube Ethicals Pvt Ltd., Bright Future Pharmaceuticals Ltd., Unilever Industries Pvt Ltd., Abbott Healthcare Pvt Ltd., Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories, and Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd., contributing to both regulatory-compliant NDA, ANDA, and 505(b)(2) products as well as OTC, cosmetic, and personal care formulations. His professional journey reflects a consistent commitment to scientific excellence, innovative product development, and leadership in cross-functional teams, positioning him as a prominent figure in global pharmaceutical research and development.

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Featured Publications

F. Jie, O. Shelke, Z. Yijie, C. Yulan, & L. Yongbo. (2025). Q1 and Q2 selection, Q3, IVRT, IVPT, pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic evaluation of topical generic product. Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy, 51(6), 555–565.

J. Feng, O. S. Shelke, Y. Chen, Z. Zhang, X. Tang, & Y. Zhu. (2025). IVRT and IVPT of desonide lotion and cream: Correlation with human bioequivalence study. Journal of Pharmaceutical Innovation, 20(5), 196.

S. Krishna Phani Chandra, S. Om Sambhaji, & N. Shorgar. (2025). Quantification of leniolisib in rat plasma using LC-MS/MS: Method development, validation, and pharmacokinetic study. African Journal of Biological Sciences, 7(7), 121–142.

S. Om. (2025). Editorial article: The transformative impact of AI in pharmaceutical drug product development. Insights of Pharmatech, 1(2), 1.

S. Gadge, O. S. Shelke, R. Pingale, P. Palande, S. Tandale, P. Sonawane, … (2025). Development and evaluation of a polyherbal neem-based emulgel enriched with herbal oils for enhanced topical delivery and antibacterial efficacy. Journal of Chemical Health Risks, 15(3), 2189–2209.

Xin Chen | Statistical Applications in Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Xin Chen | Statistical Applications in Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Hainan University | China

Dr. Xin Chen is a distinguished petroleum engineering researcher currently serving as an Associate Researcher at the School of Marine Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Marine Resource Utilization in the South China Sea, Hainan University. He obtained his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Petroleum and Drilling Engineering from the China University of Petroleum, East China, and earned his Doctor of Philosophy in Petroleum Engineering from the University of Alberta. His research integrates theoretical modeling and experimental analysis to address complex challenges in gas hydrate systems, marine carbon sequestration, multiphase flow thermodynamics, enhanced oil recovery, polymer modification, and well cementing technologies. Dr. Chen has contributed significantly to advancing hydrate equilibrium calculations, cement slurry stability, and hydrocarbon phase behavior modeling. His prolific academic output includes numerous publications in top-tier journals such as Chemical Engineering Science, Fluid Phase Equilibria, Construction and Building Materials, SPE Journal, Energy, and Journal of Physical Chemistry C. In addition to his journal papers, he is a co-inventor on multiple international and national patents focusing on high-temperature and low-temperature well cementing systems, thermal-thickening stabilizers, and self-generating nitrogen foamed cement technologies. Dr. Chen has actively participated in several major research projects related to CO₂ sequestration in marine sediments, advanced reservoir fluid modeling, and wellbore cementing performance optimization, collaborating with both academic and industrial partners. He also serves as a peer reviewer for leading journals including Fuel, Engineering, Petroleum Science, and Construction and Building Materials, demonstrating his commitment to maintaining high standards in scientific publishing. According to Scopus, Dr. Xin Chen’s academic profile reflects a robust research impact with an h-index of 14, 26 documents, and more than 488 citations, signifying his growing global recognition in petroleum and energy engineering research.

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Featured Publications

Yang, H., Li, H., Xu, H., Wang, R., Zhang, Y., Xing, L., Chen, X., Peng, L., Kang, W., & Sarsenbekuly, B. (2026). Enhanced CO2 foam stabilization with fluorescent nano polymer microspheres for improved oil recovery: Insights from microscopic and macroscopic displacement studies. Geoenergy Science and Engineering.

Jiang, H., Yang, H., Ning, C., Peng, L., Zhang, S., Chen, X., Shi, H., Wang, R., Sarsenbekuly, B., & Kang, W. (2025). Amphiphilic polymer with ultra-high salt resistance and emulsification for enhanced oil recovery in heavy oil cold recovery production. Geoenergy Science and Engineering.

Jianjian Chen | Operations Research and Statistical Optimization | Operations Research Award

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Dr. Jianjian Chen | Operations Research and Statistical Optimization | Operations Research Award

 Jiangxi University of Finance and Economics | China

Dr. Jianjian Chen is a lecturer in the School of Information Management and Mathematics at Jiangxi University of Finance and Economics, Jiangxi, P. R. China, where he has established himself as a promising scholar in the fields of management science, decision support, and electronic commerce. His research focuses on platform economics, online marketplaces, and decision support methodologies that contribute to both the theoretical and practical advancement of information systems and business strategies. Over the course of his career, Chen has built a solid portfolio of high-quality research, with his work appearing in well-regarded journals including Decision Support Systems, Information Systems Frontiers, Computers & Industrial Engineering, Electronic Commerce Research, and Electronic Commerce Research and Applications. These publications highlight his expertise in applying analytical and empirical methods to understand the complexities of digital platforms and e-commerce ecosystems. According to his Scopus profile Chen has published 7 scholarly documents, which have collectively received 86 citations, resulting in an h-index of 5, reflecting both the productivity and the impact of his research. His contributions not only enrich the academic discourse on decision support and electronic commerce but also offer practical insights for businesses navigating digital transformation and platform-based economies. Chen’s scholarship demonstrates a balance between rigorous methodological development and the application of innovative models to real-world problems, reinforcing his role as a valuable contributor to the intersection of management, information systems, and economics. By combining theoretical frameworks with practical problem-solving approaches, his research provides meaningful support for decision-making in the digital economy and underscores his growing influence within the international academic community.

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“Traditional e-commerce or live e-commerce? Online sales model selection strategies considering streamers’ bargaining behaviors”

Saikat Biswas | Operations Research and Statistical Optimization | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Saikat Biswas | Operations Research and Statistical Optimization | Best Researcher Award

IIT Roorkee | India

Dr. Saikat Biswas is an Indian chemical engineer and academic whose research primarily focuses on computational fluid dynamics (CFD), multiphase flow, and microfluidics, with a special emphasis on droplet dynamics including breakup, splitting, and the transition from dripping to jetting in complex microchannel geometries. He earned his PhD in Chemical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (2016–2023), where his doctoral work investigated droplet breakup dynamics in confined microscale flows, and previously completed both his M.Tech and B.Tech in Chemical Engineering at the National Institute of Technology Agartala. Throughout his academic journey, he has published 14 documents, accumulating 41 citations and achieving an h-index of 3, reflecting his growing impact in the field. His contributions include both numerical and computational studies, such as two-dimensional and three-dimensional simulations of droplet splitting at T-junctions and multifurcating channels, investigations of flow-focusing geometries, and analyses of the role of viscosity ratio, surface tension, and channel design in influencing microfluidic droplet behaviour. Skilled in advanced tools such as ANSYS Fluent, COMSOL Multiphysics, OpenFOAM, and MATLAB, he integrates computational methods with engineering applications to address fundamental and applied challenges. Recognized as hard-working, adaptable, and collaborative, Biswas continues to contribute to the advancement of microfluidics and multiphase flow research.

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Featured Publications

“Digital electronic based portable device for colorimetric quantification of ketones and glucose level in human urine”

“Droplet splitting in multifurcating microchannel: A three-dimensional numerical simulation study”

“3D simulation of dripping and jetting phenomena in a flow-focusing geometry”

“A computational study on transition mechanism of dripping to jetting flow in a flow focusing geometry”

“Influence of microchannel geometry on droplet breakup dynamics: A computational study”