Jana Al Haj Ali | Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Jana Al Haj Ali | Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Jana Al Haj Ali | Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence | PhD Student | University of Lorraine | France

Mrs. Jana Al Haj Ali is an accomplished researcher and PhD student in Computer Engineering, specializing in the design and implementation of cognitive digital twins for industrial applications. Her work integrates neuro-symbolic AI approaches to enable intelligent, adaptive, and human-centric human-robot interaction within cyber-physical systems. Through her innovative research, she has contributed to advancing the understanding of cognitive architectures, simulation models, and interoperability protocols, aiming to improve automation, safety, and efficiency in Industry 5.0 contexts. She is known for combining technical expertise, scientific rigor, and collaborative spirit to drive impactful solutions at the intersection of artificial intelligence, robotics, and cognitive systems.

Professional Profile 

Education

Mrs. Jana Al Haj Ali holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, followed by a Master’s degree in Mathematical Engineering for Data Science, which provided her with an interdisciplinary foundation in mathematical modeling, machine learning, and computational techniques. She is currently pursuing her doctoral studies in Computer Engineering at a leading research institute in France, where she is actively engaged in high-impact research focusing on cognitive digital twin technologies. Her educational background bridges mathematics, data science, and computer engineering, allowing her to approach complex research problems from both theoretical and applied perspectives.

Experience

Mrs. Jana Al Haj Ali has extensive research experience in the development of modular architectures for cognitive digital twins, focusing on emulation, cognition, and simulation functionalities. She has implemented cognitive exchange protocols between industrial robots and human operators, enabling adaptive reconfiguration of cyber-physical systems based on real-time cognitive feedback. She also completed a visiting research project at a prominent European research institute, where she designed cognitive models and integrated them into simulation environments to evaluate collaborative performance. Additionally, she has experience in data analysis, machine learning modeling, and physical risk estimation from her earlier research internships.

Research Interest

Her primary research interests include cognitive cyber-physical systems, cognitive digital twins, neuro-symbolic AI, knowledge representation, and human-robot collaboration. She is particularly focused on enhancing cognitive interoperability, developing architectures that combine deep learning with symbolic reasoning, and designing intelligent simulation frameworks that predict system behavior in real-time. Her work aims to address key challenges in Industry 5.0 by creating more resilient, adaptive, and human-centric automation solutions.

Award

Mrs. Jana Al Haj Ali has been recognized for her contributions through opportunities to present her research at prestigious international conferences, summer schools, and national symposia. Her participation in scientific events and collaboration with international research teams reflects her growing impact in the academic community. She is highly regarded for her ability to translate complex cognitive models into practical implementations, earning acknowledgment from peers and mentors for her innovative approach.

Selected Publication

  • Human Digital Twins: A Systematic Literature Review and Concept Disambiguation for Industry 5.0 (2025) – 45 citations

  • Cognition in Digital Twins for Cyber-Physical Systems and Humans: Where and Why? (2024) – 30 citations

  • Cognitive Architecture for Cognitive Cyber-Physical Systems (2024) – 28 citations

  • Cognitive Systems and Interoperability in the Enterprise: A Systematic Literature Review (2024) – 33 citations

Conclusion

Mrs. Jana Al Haj Ali is an outstanding candidate for this award, with a strong academic background, impactful research contributions, and a commitment to advancing the field of cognitive digital twins and human-robot collaboration. Her work demonstrates a unique combination of theoretical innovation and practical application, contributing to the future of intelligent and adaptive industrial systems. With a growing publication record, active participation in international collaborations, and dedication to knowledge dissemination, she is well positioned to emerge as a leader in cognitive cyber-physical systems research.

 

Ioannis Chatzilygeroudis | Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence | Best Researcher Award

Ioannis Chatzilygeroudis | Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence | Best Researcher Award

Prof Ioannis Chatzilygeroudis, University of Patras, Greece

Prof. Emeritus at the University of Patras, Greece, with a rich educational background in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering (NTUA), Theology (University of Athens), MSc in Information Technology, and a PhD in Artificial Intelligence (University of Nottingham). Fluent in Greek and English, he specializes in AI, KR&R, knowledge-based systems, theorem proving, intelligent tutoring, e-learning, machine learning, natural language generation, sentiment analysis, semantic web, and educational robotics. His prolific research includes a PhD thesis, 18 edited volumes, 21 book chapters, 46 journal papers, 115 conference papers, 8 national conference papers, and 14 workshop papers. 📚🤖💻🌐

Publication profile

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Education

📚 From September 1968 to June 1974, completed secondary education, earning a Certificate of High School Graduation in Science. 🎓 Pursued a Diploma in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Electronics at the National Technical University of Athens from October 1974 to July 1979. 📜 From February to June 1983, obtained a Certificate of Educational Studies from PATES of SELETE, Greece. 📖 Achieved a Bachelor in Theology from the University of Athens, completed between October 1979 and December 1987. 🎓 Earned an MSc in Information Technology from the University of Nottingham in 1989, followed by a PhD in Artificial Intelligence from the same university in 1992. 🧠 Thesis: “Integrating Logic and Objects for Knowledge Representation and Reasoning.”

Experience

📘 From Feb. 1982 to June 1982, I served as a part-time lab professor at PALMER Higher School of Electronics in Greece, teaching Electronics Lab. My full-time teaching journey began at TEI of Athens (1982-84), where I covered courses like Electrotechnics and Circuit Theory. My secondary education tenure (1984-92) focused on electrical engineering subjects. I then transitioned to higher education, teaching at TEI of Kozani and Chalkida, and later at the University of Nottingham (1990-92). From 1995-2006, I was a senior researcher and lecturer at the University of Patras, ultimately becoming a professor (2009-2023). Now, I am a Professor Emeritus. 🎓🔬

Projects

From June 1993 to November 1995, I managed the CTI team for the DELTA-CIME project, developing a knowledge-based production control system. I led several initiatives, including the MEDFORM project for multimedia education and the national project for educational software in chemistry. As a senior researcher, I contributed to intelligent systems for tele-education and hybrid knowledge representation. I led multiple European projects like MENUET, AVARES, and TESLA, focusing on innovative education through virtual reality. My work aims to enhance learning experiences across disciplines, involving collaboration with various international partners. 🌍📚💻🎓

Research focus

Ioannis Hatzilygeroudis specializes in artificial intelligence and its applications in various domains, particularly in agriculture and healthcare. His research includes intelligent systems for diagnosing farmed fish diseases, employing deep learning techniques for image analysis, and exploring natural language processing methods. He has contributed significantly to the development of expert systems and reinforcement learning approaches to improve disease prediction in aquaculture. Additionally, his work in sentiment analysis and e-learning demonstrates a commitment to advancing educational technologies and user experience. Hatzilygeroudis’s interdisciplinary approach combines computer science with practical applications, making significant strides in health and environmental management. 🌱🐟💻📊

Publication focus

Using Level-Based Multiple Reasoning in a Web-Based Intelligent System for the Diagnosis of Farmed Fish Diseases

An Integrated GIS-Based Reinforcement Learning Approach for Efficient Prediction of Disease Transmission in Aquaculture

Speech Emotion Recognition Using Convolutional Neural Networks with Attention Mechanism

Expert Systems for Farmed Fish Disease Diagnosis: An Overview and a Proposal

Expert Systems for Farmed Fish Disease Diagnosis: An Overview and a Proposal

A Convolutional Autoencoder Approach for Boosting the Specificity of Retinal Blood Vessels Segmentation

Evaluating Deep Learning Techniques for Natural Language Inference