Yuanshuo Bai | Antenna Design | Best Researcher Award

Yuanshuo Bai | Antenna Design | Best Researcher Award

Associate Research Fellow | North Automatic Control Technology Institute | China

Dr. Yuanshuo Bai, Associate Research Fellow at the North Automatic Control Technology Institute, is a distinguished expert in optical fiber sensing, microwave photonics, and electronic warfare systems. She holds a B.E. in Electronic Science and Technology from Xidian University and a Ph.D. in Information and Communication Engineering from Shanghai Jiao Tong University, where her doctoral research advanced optical fiber sensing and microwave photonics with multiple high-impact publications. At her current institution, she leads and contributes to major projects in spectrum management and command control information systems, demonstrating strong leadership in defense-related scientific innovation. Her research has produced significant advancements, including the development of dual-wavelength FMCW distributed fiber strain measurement instruments and novel mechanisms for optical phase locking, supported by competitive NSFC grants. She has authored impactful journal papers in leading outlets such as Optics Letters and Photonics, and holds patents for pioneering technologies in multi-core fiber-based interferometry and vibration sensing. Recognized with a strong citation record, she actively contributes to the scientific community through collaborations, editorial engagements, and professional memberships, reflecting her commitment to advancing knowledge and practical solutions in her field. Her exemplary achievements, combined with her innovative research and leadership, make her a highly deserving candidate for international recognition.

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Featured Publications

Bai, Y.*, Remote Michelson interferometric phase sensor based on dual-core fiber transmission and linear phase demodulation. Opt. Lett., 2021, 46(23), 5782-5785.

Bai, Y.*, Remote vectorial vibration sensing based on locally stabilized Mach–Zehnder interferometers using multi-core fiber and optical phase-locking. Opt. Lett., 2023, 48(9), 2369-2372.

Bai, Y., High-Fidelity Long-Haul Microwave Photonic Links with Composite OPLLs and Multi-Core Fiber for Secure Command and Control Systems in Contested Environments. Photonics, 2025, 12(9), 893.

Sima rugarabamu | Antimicrobia biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Sima Rugarabamu | Antimicrobia Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Senior Researcher | Muhimbili National Hospital | Tanzania

Dr. Sima Ernest Rugarabamu is an accomplished microbiologist and public health researcher with over a decade of experience in advancing diagnostic methodologies, outbreak preparedness, and infectious disease research. With a strong academic foundation in dentistry, microbiology, and immunology, complemented by a Ph.D. in microbiology, Dr. Rugarabamu has successfully bridged clinical practice, laboratory science, and public health policy. Her expertise spans microbiology, virology, diagnostics, and emergency response, with significant contributions to research, mentorship, and laboratory leadership across Tanzania. She has been instrumental in strengthening disease surveillance, enhancing laboratory capabilities, and driving impactful research that informs both national and international health policies.

Professional Profile

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Education

Dr. Rugarabamu’s educational journey reflects her deep commitment to health sciences and research excellence. She earned a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS), where she built her foundation in clinical care and biomedical sciences. She further specialized by completing a Master of Science in Microbiology and Immunology at MUHAS, during which she demonstrated outstanding academic performance and was awarded recognition for her excellence in microbiology. Her academic trajectory culminated in the successful completion of her Ph.D. in microbiology at Sokoine University of Agriculture. Through her doctoral research, she expanded the scientific understanding of microbial diseases and their implications for public health, establishing herself as a leader in infectious disease research and diagnostics.

Professional Experience

Dr. Rugarabamu’s career spans multiple prestigious institutions where she has excelled in leadership, diagnostics, and research. At the Muhimbili National Hospital – Upanga, she serves as a Senior Researcher, where she leads the Institutional Review Board Secretariat, develops standard operating procedures, and provides technical consultation in clinical research. Her work has been pivotal in establishing a Clinical Trial Unit and mentoring early-career researchers in clinical research methodologies.

Research Focus

Dr. Rugarabamu’s research is rooted in infectious diseases, particularly viral hemorrhagic fevers, dengue, chikungunya, Zika, and emerging zoonotic infections. Her studies have combined field epidemiology, laboratory analysis, and policy development to strengthen disease preparedness and response. She has investigated the molecular and serological dynamics of yellow fever, dengue, and chikungunya viruses, contributing significantly to regional understanding of arboviruses and their transmission dynamics. Her work on antimicrobial resistance, co-infections, and diagnostic methodologies has also expanded the knowledge base for clinical management and public health interventions. A distinctive feature of her research is its practical application, with outputs that inform public health policy, improve diagnostic systems, and enhance outbreak preparedness both nationally and regionally.

Awards & Honors

Throughout her academic and professional journey, Dr. Rugarabamu has been recognized for her outstanding contributions and excellence. Early in her career, she was honored as the best final-year student in Microbiology and Immunology at MUHAS, demonstrating her early aptitude for scientific research and dedication to learning. She was also awarded the Sahara Company Limited Best Science Student Award, reflecting her consistent academic achievements. Beyond awards, her leadership roles in national and international organizations, including service as a representative on Tanzania’s Antimicrobial Resistance National Action Plan review committee and membership in WHO’s emergency preparedness networks, highlight her influence and recognition within the global health community.

Publication Top Notes

Title: Knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) towards COVID-19: A quick online cross-sectional survey among Tanzanian residents
Year: 2020
Citation: 154

Title: Dengue virus infection and associated risk factors in Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Year: 2021
Citation: 87

Title: Forty-two years of responding to Ebola virus outbreaks in Sub-Saharan Africa: a review
Year: 2020
Citation: 83

Title: Nasal Carriage of Methicillin‐Resistant Staphylococcus aureus among Health Care Workers in Tertiary and Regional Hospitals in Dar es Salam, Tanzania
Year: 2018
Citation: 43

Title: Seroprevalence and associated risk factors of chikungunya, dengue, and Zika in eight districts in Tanzania
Year: 2021
Citation: 38

Title: Knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) towards COVID-19: A quick online cross-sectional survey among Tanzanian residents
Year: 2020
Citation: 33

Title: Seroprevalence and associated risk factors of selected zoonotic viral hemorrhagic fevers in Tanzania
Year: 2021
Citation: 29

Title: Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus contamination and distribution in patient’s care environment at Muhimbili National Hospital, Dar es Salaam-Tanzania
Year: 2018
Citation: 25

Title: Circulation of dengue serotype 1 viruses during the 2019 outbreak in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Year: 2021
Citation: 23

Title: Aedes aegypti abundance, larval indices and risk for dengue virus transmission in Kinondoni district, Tanzania
Year: 2022
Citation: 20

Title: Viral haemorrhagic fevers and malaria co-infections among febrile patients seeking health care in Tanzania
Year: 2022
Citation: 18

Title: Co-circulation of Dengue Virus Serotypes 1 and 3 during the 2019 epidemic in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Year: 2019
Citation: 8

Title: Estimating risk of introduction of Ebola Virus Disease from the Democratic Republic of Congo to Tanzania: a qualitative Assessment
Year: 2022
Citation: 7

Title: Forty-two years of responding to Ebola virus outbreaks in Sub-Saharan Africa: a review
Year: 2020
Citation: 6

Title: Community knowledge, attitude and practices regarding zoonotic viral haemorrhagic fevers in five geo-ecological zones in Tanzania
Year: 2023
Citation: 5

Title: Metronidazole resistance in anaerobes isolated from patient with oral and maxillofacial infections attending Muhimbili national hospital, Dar-Es-Salaam
Year: 2017
Citation: 4

Title: Seroprevalence and molecular analysis of yellow fever virus in mosquitoes at Namanga and Mutukula borders in Tanzania
Year: 2025
Citation: 3

Title: The one-health approach to infectious disease outbreaks control
Year: 2021
Citation: 2

Title: Viral haemorrhagic fevers in Tanzania: Seroprevalence and associated risk factors
Year: 2022
Citation: 1

Title: The clinico‐microbiological pattern of orofacial space infections in patients attending a tertiary hospital in Tanzania
Year: 2020
Citation: 1

Conclusion

Dr. Sima Ernest Rugarabamu exemplifies the integration of academic excellence, research leadership, and practical contributions to public health. Her work has consistently advanced diagnostic sciences, enhanced outbreak preparedness, and contributed to international understanding of emerging infectious diseases. With a proven record of scholarly publications, successful mentorship, and leadership in laboratory and research initiatives, she continues to shape the future of microbiology and public health in Tanzania and beyond. Her unwavering commitment to improving diagnostic capacity, building research infrastructure, and informing policy makes her an outstanding candidate for recognition through this award.

Dr. Ameen Ullah | Nonlinear & Adaptive Control | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Ameen Ullah | Nonlinear & Adaptive Control | Best Researcher Award

Postdoctoral Fellow at Harbin Institute of Technology Shenzhen | China

Dr. Ameen Ullah is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of electrical engineering, specializing in control systems, robotics, renewable energy, and optimization techniques. With advanced expertise in sliding mode control, neural networks, and unmanned aerial vehicles, he has established himself as a versatile scholar whose contributions bridge both theoretical and applied research. His professional journey combines strong academic credentials with impactful teaching, research, and innovation. Dedicated to knowledge dissemination, he continuously strives to make meaningful contributions to science and technology at a global level.

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Education

Dr. Ullah’s educational background reflects a consistent commitment to excellence and advancement in electrical engineering. He began his academic journey with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Engineering and Technology, Peshawar, where he developed foundational expertise in machines, circuits, and power systems. He advanced to complete a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Engineering from COMSATS University Islamabad. There, his research focused on power systems optimization and renewable integration, graduating with distinction. Currently, he is pursuing a Ph.D. in Optomechatronics Engineering at Shenzhen University, China, concentrating on control systems. His doctoral work emphasizes sliding mode strategies, robust adaptive controllers, and intelligent algorithms for renewable energy and robotics applications.

Experience

His professional journey spans academia and research, marked by dedication and achievement. He began his career as a Lecturer in Electrical Technology at the Government Polytechnic Institute, where he taught undergraduate courses and provided mentorship to aspiring engineers. Later, as a Research Assistant at COMSATS University, he contributed to the development of innovative control strategies and the preparation of research projects. His experience includes supervising undergraduate students, preparing grant proposals, and presenting research findings at conferences. Beyond teaching and mentoring, he has demonstrated leadership in academic administration, managing departmental responsibilities, and fostering collaborative projects that bridge classroom learning with real-world problem solving.

Research Focus

Dr. Ullah’s research focus lies at the intersection of control engineering, renewable energy, robotics, and artificial intelligence. He has contributed significantly to the development of robust sliding mode controllers, adaptive algorithms, and neuro-fuzzy estimation methods to enhance system performance in uncertain environments. His work on photovoltaic and wind energy systems addresses critical issues such as maximum power point tracking and dynamic energy optimization. Additionally, he has advanced control strategies for unmanned aerial vehicles and permanent magnet synchronous motor drives, reflecting his diverse expertise across domains. His research integrates advanced mathematics with practical applications, ensuring solutions that are innovative, reliable, and sustainable.

Awards & Honors

Recognition of Dr. Ullah’s contributions comes in the form of prestigious scholarships and honors. He was awarded the Doctoral Outstanding Innovative Talent Scholarship by Shenzhen University, acknowledging his pioneering research work. Additionally, he received the Guangdong Outstanding International Student Scholarship in consecutive years, reflecting his academic excellence and leadership as an international scholar. His professional standing is further reinforced by his membership in the Pakistan Engineering Council as a registered engineer, underscoring his adherence to professional and ethical standards within the engineering discipline.

Publication Top Notes

Title: Consensus based SoC trajectory tracking control design for economic-dispatched distributed battery energy storage system
Authors: S Ullah, L Khan, R Badar, A Ullah, FW Karam, ZA Khan, AU Rehman
Journal: Plos one 15 (5), e0232638

Title: Robust Speed Control of Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor Drive System Using Sliding-Mode Disturbance Observer-Based Variable-Gain Fractional-Order Super-Twisting Sliding-Mode
Authors: A Ullah, J Pan, S Ullah, Z Zhang
Journal: Fractal and Fractional 8, 368

Title: Variable-gain robust exact differentiator-based neuro-adaptive control design for dynamic wind power optimization
Authors: H Alghamdi, S Ullah, A Ali, G Hafeez, L Guanghua, A Ullah, I Bouazzi
Journal: IEEE Access 12, 2186-2197

Title: Enhanced wind energy conversion system performance using fast smooth second-order sliding mode control with neuro-fuzzy estimation and variable-gain robust exact output
Authors: A Ullah, S Ullah, TU Rahman, I Sami, AU Rahman, B Alghamdi, J Pan
Journal: Applied Energy 377, 124364

Title: Terminal sliding mode based finite-time MPPT control for PMSG-WECS based standalone system
Authors: M Zafran, L Khan, Q Khan, Z Alam, MA Khan
Journal: 2020 3rd International Conference on Computing, Mathematics and Engineering

Title: Variable gain high order sliding mode control approaches for PMSG based variable speed wind energy conversion system
Authors: A Ullah, L Khan, Q Khan, S Ahmad
Journal: Turkish Journal of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences 28 (5), 2997

Title: A comprehensive study of nano/micro fillers on silicone rubber insulators: Electrical, mechanical, and thermal characterization
Authors: S Ahmad, R Ahmed, R Abd Rahman, A Ullah, A Jamal, R Akram
Journal: Results in Engineering 25, 103654

Title: Smooth super-twisting sliding mode control design with high order super-twisting observer for speed tracking control of permanent magnet synchronous motor drive system
Authors: A Ullah, S Ullah, Z Zhang, P Jianfei
Journal: ISA transactions

Title: Variable gain real-twisting sliding mode MPPT control for permanent magnet synchronous generator based wind energy conversion system
Authors: A Ullah, L Khan, Q Khan
Journal: 2020 3rd International Conference on Computing, Mathematics and Engineering

Title: Effect of Nano Filler Concentration on Leakage Current of Hybrid Silicone Rubber Composite Insulators
Authors: R Ahmed, R Abd Rahman, S Ahmad, A Ullah, R Ullah, NAM Jamail
Journal: 2022 IEEE International Conference on Power and Energy (PECon)

Title: MPPT for Photovoltaic System using non-linear Hybrid Robust Integral Backstepping Controller
Authors: K Ali, Q Khan, L Khan, UA Khan, A Ullah
Journal: 2020 3rd International Conference on Computing, Mathematics and Engineering

Title: A Robust Fractional-Order Sliding Mode Control with Nonsingular Terminal Dynamics for Maximum Power Point Tracking in Wind Turbine
Authors: AS Alsafran, S Ullah, A Ullah, G Hafeez, MZ Babar, B Alghamdi
Journal: IEEE Access

Title: Optimized Neuro-Adaptive Third-Order Sliding Mode Control with High-Gain Differentiator for Enhanced Photovoltaic System Performance: Simulation and Experimental Validation
Authors: A Ullah, S Ullah, U Hussan, B Alghamdi, J Pan
Journal: IEEE Journal of Emerging and Selected Topics in Power Electronics

Title: Adaptive exponential reaching laws and high-gain observers for enhanced PMSM sliding mode control systems
Authors: M Zafran, Z Javaid, A Ullah, S Ullah, M Rizwan, S Ahmad
Journal: IET Conference Proceedings CP917

Title: A Robust Fractional-Order Nonsingular Terminal Sliding Mode Control With Deep Learning-Based Lie Derivative Estimation for Maximum Power Point Tracking in Wind Turbine
Authors: AS Alsafran, S Ullah, A Ullah, G Hafeez, MZ Babar, B Alghamdi
Journal: IEEE Access 13, 127423-127435

Conclusion

Dr. Ameen Ullah represents the qualities of a visionary researcher who combines technical expertise, innovative thinking, and academic leadership. His career reflects a balance of teaching, research, and scholarly communication, all directed toward advancing control systems and renewable energy technologies. Through his dedication, he has made substantial contributions to sustainable energy solutions, artificial intelligence-driven optimization, and robotics. His achievements, reinforced by awards, publications, and international recognition, make him an outstanding candidate for prestigious research honors. As he continues to advance the frontiers of knowledge, his work will inspire future engineers and researchers while contributing to the global pursuit of sustainable and intelligent engineering solutions.