Sofiene Mansouri | Engineering and Technology | Best Researcher Award

Sofiene Mansouri | Engineering and Technology | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr Sofiene Mansouri, Prince Sattam Bin Abdelaziz University, Saudi Arabia

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sofiene Mansouri is a distinguished academic in biomedical engineering and medical electronics. He holds a Ph.D. in Electronics, specializing in non-invasive cardiovascular diagnostics, and has expertise in medical devices, biosensors, and biomedical electronics. Currently an Associate Professor at Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University (PSAU) in Saudi Arabia, he leads the Scientific Research Unit. He has contributed to multiple research projects on breast cancer detection, smartwatches, and vital sign monitoring. With over 30 publications, Dr. Mansouri has co-supervised PhDs and won university awards for innovative student projects. 🧑‍🔬📚🩺💡

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Education and Expertise 

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sofiene Mansouri is an expert in Biomedical Engineering, holding a Habilitation Diploma, a Ph.D. in Electronics with a focus on Medical Electronics, and a Master’s in Biomedical Engineering. His research centers on non-invasive diagnostics, biosensors, and biomedical device design. He has made significant contributions to cardiovascular health and breast cancer detection, showcasing his dedication to advancing medical technologies. With a strong academic foundation and a passion for improving healthcare through innovation, Dr. Mansouri continues to push boundaries in medical electronics and biomedical engineering. 🩺💡🔬📡🎗

Professional Experience

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sofiene Mansouri has over two decades of experience in academia, holding roles such as Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, and Research Unit Head. His leadership extends to administrative positions, including Vice-Director and Internship Director at ISTMT, as well as head of several academic departments. Dr. Mansouri’s impact goes beyond teaching and research—he founded and served as president of the Tunisian Association of Biomedical Engineering. His extensive contributions in academia, administration, and professional organizations highlight his exceptional expertise and dedication as both a researcher and educator. 🎓🔬📚👨‍🏫⚙️

Recognition and Funding 

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sofiene Mansouri leads innovative research projects funded by the Deanship of Scientific Research at Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University. His work focuses on advanced diagnostic technologies, with notable projects such as breast cancer detection and blood pressure determination using photoplethysmography. These groundbreaking studies not only contribute to the scientific community but also play a vital role in enhancing public health. Dr. Mansouri’s dedication to medical advancements underscores his significant impact in healthcare, making vital strides toward improving diagnostic accuracy and patient care. 🧑‍🔬🔬💉🎗️

Research Focus

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sofiene Mansouri’s research focuses on electrical bioimpedance techniques, including impedance cardiography and electrical impedance tomography, with applications in medical diagnostics. His work involves signal denoising methods and the development of innovative biosensors, such as CRISPR/Cas-based sensors for detecting mycotoxins. Dr. Mansouri is also exploring non-invasive approaches for detecting breast cancer and valvular heart diseases using bioimpedance. Additionally, his research delves into enhancing materials like chitosan films for biomedical applications and developing bacteria-imprinted polymers for pathogen detection. His contributions span biomedical engineering, biosensors, and bioimpedance technology. 🩺🔬💡🧬🫀

Publication Top Notes

Electrical Impedance tomography: Recent applications and developments

Impedance cardiography: recent applications and developments

Image distortion from zoom lenses: modeling and digital correction

Impedance cardiography signal denoising using discrete wavelet transform

CRISPR/Cas-based nanobiosensors: A reinforced approach for specific and sensitive recognition of mycotoxins

Breast Cancer Detection Using Low-Frequency Bioimpedance Device

Enhancement of mechanical properties of chitosan film by doping with sage extract-loaded niosomes

A review of new emerging biosensors based on bacteria-imprinted polymers towards pathogenic bacteria: Promising new tools for selective detection

Signal processing techniques applied to impedance cardiography ICG signals – a review

Dual-mode colorimetric and fluorescence biosensors for the detection of foodborne bacteria

Molecularly imprinted polymers for biosensing of hormones in food safety and biomedical analysis: Progress and perspectives

Non‐invasive Measurement of Blood Glucose by Breath Analysis

Ayat-Allah Bouramdane | Engineering and Technology | Best Researcher Award

Ayat-Allah Bouramdane | Engineering and Technology | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr Ayat-Allah, Bouramdane International University of Rabat, Morocco

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ayat-Allah Bouramdane is a passionate academic in renewable energy, currently an Assistant Professor at the International University of Rabat (IUR). He previously led the Modeling Group at GEP-IRESEN-UM6P, establishing impactful research on climate change and energy systems. With a Ph.D. from the Institut Polytechnique de Paris, his work focuses on large-scale solar and wind integration, energy storage, and climate change. Dr. Bouramdane has contributed significantly to publications and international reports on smart cities and energy systems. He’s recognized for his research excellence, earning multiple awards, including Best Researcher in 2023 and 2024. 🌍⚡📚🏆

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Academic Background

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ayat-Allah Bouramdane holds a Ph.D. from the Institut Polytechnique de Paris (IP Paris), where he researched large-scale solar and wind integration in Morocco, focusing on storage, cost, complementarity, and climate change impacts. He completed his thesis at the Laboratoire de Météorologie Dynamique (LMD) and contributed to the Energy4Climate Interdisciplinary Center (E4C). He earned a Master’s in Energy Environment from École Polytechnique with a GPA of 3.68/4 and a Bachelor’s in Energy Engineering from Université Internationale de Rabat. Dr. Bouramdane also studied at the University of Lorraine and completed his high school with honors. 🌞⚡🌍🎓

Experiences

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ayat-Allah has been serving as an Assistant Professor (Grade A) at the International University of Rabat (IUR) since April 2023, working in the Laboratory of Renewable Energies and Advanced Materials (LERMA) in the College of Engineering and Architecture. Previously, he was a Postdoctoral Researcher and Head of the Modeling Group at the Green Energy Park (GEP), Mohammed VI Polytechnic University, from January to October 2022, where he established the “Climate Change – Energy” group. He also supervised student projects and coordinated research in collaboration with OCP, UM6P, and IRESEN. Earlier, he completed his doctoral studies at l’X – IP Paris. 🌍💡📚

Awards and Recognitions

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ayat-Allah Bouramdane is an accomplished researcher recognized for his contributions to energy systems and sustainability. He contributed to REN21’s Renewables 2024 Global Status Report in both the “Energy Supply” and “Energy Systems & Infrastructure” modules 🌍. He has received multiple accolades, including the Best Researcher Award in 2023 and 2024 🏆. He’s a trusted reviewer with IOP Publishing, and an active member of various organizations such as the Canadian-French Association for the Advancement of Science 🇨🇦 and Women in Green Hydrogen 🌱. Additionally, he serves on multiple editorial boards and scientific committees 📚🔬.

Teaching and Mentorship

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ayat-Allah Bouramdane is a respected academic with a strong track record in teaching and supervising students at prestigious institutions. His dedication to mentoring future engineers and researchers is evident through his active involvement in academic development. Dr. Bouramdane regularly leads technical conferences and workshops, where he plays a crucial role in keeping students updated on the latest challenges and advancements in energy and climate science. His contributions have helped shape the next generation of professionals in these critical fields. 🌱🔋📚🌍💡

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Ayat-Allah Bouramdane is a recognized expert in sustainable energy solutions. His works explore various aspects of energy transition, such as the role of critical materials in electric vehicle batteries 🚗🔋, the impact of green hydrogen on Africa’s energy future 🌍💧, and the optimization of hydrogen value chains using digital twins for smart grids ⚡🤖. He has also delved into AI’s role in mitigating climate change effects on agriculture 🌾🌱 and urban water use for sustainable cities 🌆💦. Dr. Bouramdane’s contributions span hydrogen technologies, AI applications, and energy resilience, with a focus on global sustainability and innovation 🌿🌍.

Research Focus

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ayat-Allah Bouramdane’s research focuses on optimizing energy systems, environmental sustainability, and cybersecurity in smart cities. He explores challenges in smart grid cybersecurity, including artificial intelligence for decision-making. His work on water management strategies aims to promote sustainability in urban settings. Additionally, Dr. Bouramdane investigates renewable energy integration, particularly solar and wind power, with a focus on Morocco. He also assesses climate change impacts, analyzing temperature and drought patterns using climate models. His multi-criteria decision-making frameworks are applied to areas like photovoltaic site suitability and offshore wind energy. 🌍💡🔋🌱🔐

Publication Top Notes

Cyberattacks in smart grids: challenges and solving the multi-criteria decision-making for cybersecurity options, including ones that incorporate artificial intelligence, using …

Optimal water management strategies: paving the way for sustainability in smart cities

Assessment of CMIP6 multi-model projections worldwide: which regions are getting warmer and are going through a drought in Africa and Morocco? What changes from CMIP5 to CMIP6?

Scenarios of large-scale solar integration with wind in Morocco: impact of storage, cost, spatio-temporal complementarity and climate change

Adequacy of renewable energy mixes with concentrated solar power and photovoltaic in Morocco: Impact of thermal storage and cost

Identifying large-scale photovoltaic and concentrated solar power hot spots: Multi-criteria decision-making framework

Site suitability of offshore wind energy: A combination of geographic referenced information and analytic hierarchy process

MUHAMMAD ISHFAQ | Engineering and Technology | Best Researcher Award

MUHAMMAD ISHFAQ | Engineering and Technology | Best Researcher Award

Dr MUHAMMAD ISHFAQ, Lanzhou University of Technology, China

Dr. Muhammad Ishfaq is a dynamic engineer with a strong research foundation and leadership skills. He holds a Ph.D. from Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications, specializing in millimeter-wave OAM vortex beam generation through transmissive metasurfaces. With experience as an Assistant Professor at The University of Faisalabad, he led academic projects and supervised students. Dr. Ishfaq has expertise in antenna design, signal processing, and wave propagation. His research focuses on advanced wireless communication technologies and antenna performance, contributing to the development of 5G and beyond. He is skilled in simulation tools like ANSYS HFSS, MATLAB, and CST. 📡📚🎓🌐

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Academic Qualification

Dr. Muhammad Ishfaq is a distinguished researcher with a PhD in Electrical Engineering from Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications (2018–2024), where he conducted groundbreaking research on millimeter wave OAM vortex beams generation through transmissive metasurfaces. He holds a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering, specializing in Signal Processing & Wave Propagation, from Linnaeus University, Sweden (2010–2013), and participated in the Erasmus Exchange Program at Université de Technologie de Belfort Montbéliard, France (2011–2012). Dr. Ishfaq completed his Bachelor’s in Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Pakistan (2004–2009). ⚡📡🎓

Professional Experience

Dr. Muhammad Ishfaq served as Assistant Professor at The University of Faisalabad from 2013 to 2018. His roles included Project Coordinator, faculty support in research, and member of the Quality Enhancement Committee (QEC). He also served as Alumni Association Coordinator and managed the Antenna Propagation and Measurement & Instrument Lab. As Program Coordinator in the Department of Electrical Engineering, he oversaw curriculum development and accreditation for the BE Electrical program. Additionally, he was the IEEE Sub-Branch Counselor, organizing seminars and CPDs. Dr. Ishfaq supervised various projects, including the Erasmus Schools Project in Sweden and the National Internship Program. 🎓📚🔬

Research and Development

Dr. Muhammad Ishfaq’s PhD dissertation, “Research on Millimeter Wave OAM Vortex Beams Generation Through Transmissive Metasurfaces,” focuses on advancing OAM antenna technology for 6G communication. His work introduces innovative unit cells, transmitarrays, and slot elements for broadband vortex beam generation in the Ka-band. The research achieved significant results with mode purities exceeding 70%, peak gain of 23.8 dBi, and bandwidths up to 43.3%. Additionally, his MS thesis “A Compact Microstrip Patch Antenna for LTE Applications” explores compact, multiband antennas, enhancing bandwidth for miniaturized LTE devices through optimized feeding techniques. 🌐📡📶

Achievements

Dr. Muhammad Ishfaq is an accomplished scholar with notable achievements, including receiving the prestigious “Chinese Government” and “European Erasmus” Scholarships, as well as the Linnaeus University Scholarship 🎓🌍. He has contributed to academic community engagement by organizing events such as the “Alumni Get-Together” at the University of Faisalabad in 2014 🎉. Dr. Ishfaq also led impactful workshops, like the one on “Applications of the ISM Radio Bands” and a seminar on “Engineering Project Management” at the same university 📚. Additionally, he established the “Power Electronics and Electric Machines Labs,” further enhancing research opportunities at the institution ⚡🔧.

Research Focus

Dr. Muhammad Ishfaq’s research focus lies in advanced metasurfaces, polarization conversion, and orbital angular momentum (OAM) technologies. His work emphasizes the development of wideband, dual-band, and multifunctional metasurfaces for polarization conversion, particularly in the Ka-band and terahertz regimes. He explores the creation of OAM vortex beams for communication systems and investigates novel polarization converter designs for linear-to-circular conversions. Additionally, his research includes energy-efficient path planning for multi-UAV environments in 5G networks. With contributions to IEEE journals and other high-impact publications, his work significantly advances modern wireless communication and electromagnetic technologies. 📡🔬📶🌐

 

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Design and Simulation of Inductive Power Transfer Pad for Electric Vehicle Charging