Xiaona Song | Regulating Technology | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Xiaona Song | Regulating Technology | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Regulating Technology, Henan University of Science and Technology, China

Prof. Dr. Xiaona Song is a prominent researcher in control theory and dynamic systems. With a PhD from Nanjing University of Science and Technology, they have held positions at Henan University of Science and Technology in China. Their work focuses on network-based estimation, synchronization of dynamic networks, and adaptive control of nonlinear systems. Prof. Dr. Song has published extensively, holds software copyrights and patents, and serves as an associate editor and reviewer for several journals. Their contributions have had a significant impact on the field.

Professional Profiles:

Education:

Prof. Dr. Xiaona Song’s education includes a PhD from Nanjing University of Science and Technology, Nanjing, China (2006-2011), and visiting scholar positions at Utah State University, Utah, USA (2009), Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, USA (2016-2017), and Yeungnam University, Daegu, South Korea (2019).

Experience:

Prof. Dr. Xiaona Song has a rich and diverse background in academia and research, spanning over a decade. They began their career as a Lecturer at Henan University of Science and Technology in Luoyang, China, where they taught from June 2011 to October 2013. During this time, they contributed to the university’s academic and research activities, gaining valuable experience in teaching and mentoring students. In October 2013, Prof. Dr. Song was promoted to the position of Associate Professor, where they continued to excel in their research and teaching roles. Their work focused on stability analysis and control for fractional-order systems and fuzzy systems, as well as control and synchronization of fractional-order chaotic systems. Prof. Dr. Song’s dedication to their field was further demonstrated through their involvement in several research projects supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China. In December 2019, Prof. Dr. Song was appointed as a Professor at Henan University of Science and Technology, a position they currently hold. Throughout their career, Prof. Dr. Song has been recognized for their contributions to the field, including their role as an Associate Editor for several journals and their work as a reviewer for numerous publications. Their commitment to research and education continues to make a significant impact in their field and beyond.

Awards & Honors:

Prof. Dr. Xiaona Song has been honored with several awards in recognition of their outstanding contributions to academia and research. They have received the Outstanding Young Scientist Award from Henan Province, China, acknowledging their significant achievements and potential in the field. Additionally, Prof. Dr. Song has been awarded the Excellence in Research Award from Henan University of Science and Technology, Luoyang, China, highlighting their excellence in research activities and academic endeavors. Their work has also been recognized with a Best Paper Award from the International Conference on Control Systems and Robotics, underscoring the impact of their research in the scientific community. These awards serve as a testament to Prof. Dr. Song’s dedication, innovation, and excellence in their field.

Research Interest:

Prof. Dr. Xiaona Song’s research interests encompass several areas of applied mathematics and engineering. They are particularly focused on stability analysis and control for fractional-order systems and fuzzy systems. Additionally, their research includes control and synchronization of fractional-order chaotic systems, which has applications in various fields such as secure communication and data encryption. Another area of interest for Prof. Dr. Song is image processing, where they explore techniques to enhance the quality and accuracy of images. Their work in these areas contributes to the advancement of knowledge and technologies that benefit society.

Achievements:

Prof. Dr. Xiaona Song has achieved significant milestones in their academic and research career, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and innovation. One of their notable achievements includes the development of High-Precision Panoramic Stitching Software, which enables the seamless stitching of panoramic images with high precision, enhancing the quality of panoramic views. Additionally, Prof. Dr. Song has obtained patents for several innovative products, such as adjustable size trash cans, height-adjustable multi-purpose crutches, and hangable folding lift desks, showcasing their creativity and contribution to product development. Furthermore, Prof. Dr. Song has demonstrated strong research leadership by leading multiple research projects supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China, showcasing their ability to secure funding and lead successful research initiatives. They have also authored several books and papers on stability analysis and control for fractional-order systems and fuzzy systems, as well as control and synchronization of fractional-order chaotic systems, contributing significantly to the advancement of knowledge in these areas.

Publications:

  1. A new image encryption algorithm based on the fractional-order hyperchaotic Lorenz system
    • Z Wang, X Huang, YX Li, XN Song
    • Chinese Physics B 22 (1), 010504
    • 126 citations
    • 2013
  2. Network-based passive estimation for switched complex dynamical networks under persistent dwell-time with limited signals
    • Y Wang, X Hu, K Shi, X Song, H Shen
    • Journal of the Franklin Institute 357 (15), 10921-10936
    • 99 citations
    • 2020
  3. Extended dissipative synchronization for semi-Markov jump complex dynamic networks via memory sampled-data control scheme
    • YA Liu, J Xia, B Meng, X Song, H Shen
    • Journal of the Franklin Institute 357 (15), 10900-10920
    • 98 citations
    • 2020
  4. Event-driven NN adaptive fixed-time control for nonlinear systems with guaranteed performance
    • X Song, P Sun, S Song, V Stojanovic
    • Journal of the Franklin Institute 359 (9), 4138-4159
    • 90 citations
    • 2022
  5. Neuro-fuzzy-based adaptive dynamic surface control for fractional-order nonlinear strict-feedback systems with input constraint
    • S Song, B Zhang, X Song, Z Zhang
    • IEEE Transactions on Systems, Man, and Cybernetics: Systems 51 (6), 3575-3586
    • 89 citations
    • 2019
  6. Adaptive command filtered neuro-fuzzy control design for fractional-order nonlinear systems with unknown control directions and input quantization
    • S Song, JH Park, B Zhang, X Song, Z Zhang
    • IEEE Transactions on Systems, Man, and Cybernetics: Systems 51 (11), 7238-7249
    • 85 citations
    • 2020
  7. Robust fault‐tolerant control of uncertain fractional‐order systems against actuator faults
    • H Shen, X Song, Z Wang
    • IET Control Theory & Applications 7 (9), 1233-1241
    • 85 citations
    • 2013
  8. Image encryption based on a delayed fractional-order chaotic logistic system
    • Z Wang, X Huang, N Li, XN Song
    • Chinese Physics B 21 (5), 050506
    • 82 citations
    • 2012
  9. Data-driven control of hydraulic servo actuator based on adaptive dynamic programming
    • V Djordjevic, V Stojanovic, H Tao, X Song, S He, W Gao
    • Discrete & Continuous Dynamical Systems-Series S 15 (7)
    • 81 citations
    • 2022
  10. Event-triggered H∞ control for networked discrete-time Markov jump systems with repeated scalar nonlinearities
    • X Song, Y Men, J Zhou, J Zhao, H Shen
    • Applied Mathematics and Computation 298, 123-132
    • 80 citations
    • 2017

 

 

 

Assoc Prof Dr. Tomás Mateo Sanguino | Mechatronics | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Tomás Mateo Sanguino | Mechatronics | Best Researcher Award

Profesor Titular de Universidad at Mechatronics, Universidad de Huelva, Spain

Dr. Mateo Sanguino is an Industrial Technical Engineer (specializing in Electronics), an Electronic Engineer, and holds a Master’s Degree in University Teaching, along with a PhD in Systems Engineering and Automatics from UHU. He has been actively involved in research since 1998, working as a research fellow and freelancer at the National Institute of Aerospace Technology (INTA). He also contributed to a specific project at the Higher Council for Scientific Research (CSIC) in 2003/04. Dr. Sanguino was a member of the research group “Robotic and High Energy Astrophysics” (TIC-189) as part of the Andalusian Research Plan (PAI) of the Andalusian Government. Since 2004, he has been a teacher at UHU and has served as the deputy director of the Department of Electronic Engineering, Computer Systems, and Automatics since 2014. He is currently affiliated with the research group “Control and Robotics” (TEP192). Additionally, he founded the Spin-off company “OnuRobotics” between 2009 and 2012, which received awards from the Ministry of Innovation and Science (CICE) of the Andalusian Government and the “Creara” training plan (50K Companies).

Professional Profiles:

Education:

Tomás Mateo Sanguino holds a Ph.D. from the University of Huelva, which he obtained in 2010. Prior to his doctoral studies, he completed a Master’s in University Teaching at the University of Huelva in 2008. His academic journey began with a degree in Electronics Engineering from the University of Granada in 2001.

Research Projects:

V Jornadas ScienCity 2022 – Fomento de la Cultura Científica, Tecnológica y de Innovación en Ciudades Inteligentes, Funding body: FECYT, Junta de Andalucía, Universidad de Huelva, Cátedra de Innovación Social de Aguas de Huelva, Cátedra de la Provincia. Date: 01/12/2021 – 30/06/2023. Principal investigator: T.J. Mateo Sanguino. Total amount: 14,000 €.Improving Road Safety Using Photoluminescent Signage and Fog Computing, Funding body: Junta de Andalucía – Programa de Ayudas a la I+D+i en el Ámbito del Plan Andaluz de Investigación, Desarrollo e Innovación (PAIDI 2020). Participating entities: Universidad de Huelva, Universidad de Algarve (Portugal), Instituto Politécnico de Beja (Portugal). Date: 30 months. Principal investigator: T.J. Mateo Sanguino. Total.

Patents:

Dr. Tomás Mateo Sanguino is an Industrial Technical Engineer (specializing in Electronics), an Electronic Engineer, holds a Master’s Degree in University Teaching, and earned his Ph.D. in Systems Engineering and Automatics from the University of Huelva (UHU). He has been involved in research since 1998, working as a research fellow and freelancer at the National Institute of Aerospace Technology (INTA). In 2003/04, he was hired for a specific project or service at the Higher Council for Scientific Research (CSIC). Dr. Mateo Sanguino was part of the research group “Robotic and High Energy Astrophysics” (TIC-189) under the Andalusian Research Plan (PAI) of the Andalusian Government. Since 2004, he has been a teacher at the UHU and has served as the deputy director of the Department of Electronic Engineering, Computer Systems, and Automatics since 2014. He is currently a member of the research group “Control and Robotics” (TEP192) at UHU. Additionally, he was a founder of a Spin-off called “OnuRobotics” between 2009 and 2012, which received two prizes: one from the Ministry of Innovation and Science (CICE) of the Andalusian Government and another from the “Creara” training plan for 50K Companies.

Professional Experience:

Dr. Tomás Mateo Sanguino has held various significant roles throughout his career. He is currently the Director at the Virtual Teaching Service at the University of Huelva, a position he has held since July 11, 2021. Prior to this, he served as the Deputy Director at the Department of Electronic Engineering, Computer Systems, and Automatics, starting from October 1, 2014. Dr. Mateo Sanguino has been an Instructor of the CISCO Certified Networking Association (CCNA) program since 2007, receiving honors as an Advanced Level Instructor of Excellence from the Cisco Networking Academy in 2013, and honors as an Instructor after 10 Years of Service in 2018.

Achievements:

In his academic and research career, Dr. Mateo Sanguino has also been a member of the Research Commission of the Strategic Plan 2012-2015 and served as the Vice-Rector for Research at the University of Huelva from September 30, 2011. He completed a postdoctoral stay at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) in Lausanne, Switzerland, starting from June 1, 2011, with a duration of 3.5 months, focusing on the research theme of an augmented reality interface for a telepresence robot. Additionally, he received the CICE award granted by the Ministry of Innovation and Science of the Andalusian Government, totaling 3000 €, and enrollment in the ‘Creara’ entrepreneur program (Business 50 K), totaling 2000 €, in 2008.

Publications:

  1. Localization and broadband follow-up of the gravitational-wave transient GW150914
    • Authors: BP Abbott, R Abbott, TD Abbott, MR Abernathy, F Acernese, K Ackley, …
    • Journal: The Astrophysical Journal Letters
    • Volume: 826
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: L13
    • Citations: 295
    • Year: 2016
  2. The burst observer and optical transient exploring system (BOOTES)
    • Authors: AJ Castro-Tirado, J Soldán, M Bernas, P Páta, T Rezek, R Hudec, …
    • Journal: Astronomy and Astrophysics Supplement Series
    • Volume: 138
    • Issue: 3
    • Pages: 583-585
    • Citations: 110
    • Year: 1999
  3. Diseño de laboratorios virtuales y/o remotos. Un caso práctico
    • Authors: JMA Márquez, TJM Sanguino
    • Journal: Revista Iberoamericana de Automática e Informática Industrial RIAI
    • Volume: 7
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 64-72
    • Citations: 88
    • Year: 2010
  4. GRB 050509b: the elusive optical/nIR/mm afterglow of a short-duration GRB
    • Authors: AJ Castro-Tirado, A de Ugarte Postigo, J Gorosabel, T Fathkullin, …
    • Journal: Astronomy and Astrophysics
    • Volume: 439
    • Issue: 2
    • Pages: 15-18
    • Citations: 77
    • Year: 2005
  5. Review on v2x, i2x, and p2x communications and their applications: a comprehensive analysis over time
    • Authors: JM Lozano Dominguez, TJ Mateo Sanguino
    • Journal: Sensors
    • Volume: 19
    • Issue: 12
    • Pages: 2756
    • Citations: 76
    • Year: 2019
  6. The development of the Spanish Fireball Network using a new all-sky CCD system
    • Authors: JM Trigo-Rodríguez, AJ Castro-Tirado, J Llorca, J Fabregat, VJ Martínez, …
    • Journal: Earth, Moon, and Planets
    • Volume: 95
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 553-567
    • Citations: 68
    • Year: 2004
  7. 50 years of rovers for planetary exploration: A retrospective review for future directions
    • Author: TJ Mateo Sanguino
    • Journal: Robotics and Autonomous Systems
    • Volume: 94
    • Pages: 172-185
    • Citations: 65
    • Year: 2017
  8. Building the BOOTES world-wide Network of Robotic telescopes
    • Authors: AJ Castro-Tirado, M Jelínek, J Gorosabel, P Kubánek, R Cunniffe, S Guziy, …
    • Conference: Astronomical Society of India Conference Series
    • Volume: 7
    • Pages: 313-320
    • Citations: 60
    • Year: 2012
  9. RTS2 — Remote Telescope System, 2nd Version
    • Authors: P Kubánek, M Jelínek, M Nekola, M Topinka, J Štrobl, R Hudec, …
    • Journal: AIP Conference Proceedings
    • Volume: 727
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 753-756
    • Citations: 60
    • Year: 2004
  10. Smart Host Microcontroller for Optimal Battery Charging in a Solar-Powered Robotic Vehicle
    • Authors: TJ Mateo Sanguino, JE Gonzalez Ramos
    • Journal: IEEE-ASME Transactions on Mechatronics
    • Volume: 18
    • Issue: 3
    • Pages: 1039-1049
    • Citations: 44
    • Year: 2013

 

Prof Dr. Tony Quek | Networking | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Tony Quek | Networking | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Networking , Singapore University of Technology and Design, Singapore

👨‍🎓He remarkable academic journey, extensive research contributions, and dedication to the field of psychology are truly commendable. Your wealth of knowledge and diverse skill set reflect a deep commitment to understanding and addressing critical issues such as bullying, inclusion, and socialization.

🔬 He successful completion of a PhD in Psychology, along with the numerous advanced courses and workshops, showcases your continuous pursuit of excellence and expertise in your field.

🏆 The awards and recognitions, including the First Place in the Poster Award at the University of Stavanger, underscore the impact of your research and the high regard it holds in the academic community.

Professional Profiles:

Education:

Prof. Dr. Tony Quek pursued his academic journey with a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical & Electronics Engineering from Tokyo Institute of Technology, Tokyo, Japan, graduating in 1998. He furthered his studies at the same institution, completing a Master of Engineering in Information Processing from April 1998 to March 2000, focusing on Multiuser Detection for DS-CDMA Mobile Communication Systems under the guidance of Professor Hiroshi Suzuki. Dr. Quek’s academic pursuits led him to Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Cambridge, MA, where he obtained his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from September 2002 to February 2008. His doctoral research centered on Efficient Approaches to Robust and Cooperative Wireless Network Design, mentored by Professor Moe Z. Win.

Research Interest:

Dr. Tony Quek’s general research interests revolve around applying mathematical, optimization, learning, and statistical theories to various communication, networking, signal processing, and resource allocation problems. His current research topics include wireless communications and networking, network intelligence, non-terrestrial networks, open radio access networks, and 6G technology. He explores innovative approaches to enhance the efficiency, reliability, and intelligence of communication systems, with a focus on advancing the capabilities of future wireless networks.

Awards & Honors:

Dr. Tony Quek has received numerous honors and awards for his outstanding contributions to the field of electrical engineering and computer science. In 2023 and 2022, he was recognized as one of the World’s Top 2% Scientists. In 2022, he was elected as a Fellow of the Academy of Engineering Singapore and received the IEEE Signal Processing Society Best Paper Award. The year 2021 brought further accolades, including the OpenGov Recognition of Excellence and another recognition as one of the World’s Top 2% Scientists. In 2020, Dr. Quek was awarded the Nokia Visiting Professorship, recognized as a Clarivate Analytics Highly Cited Researcher, and received the IEEE Stephen O. Rice Prize in the Field of Communications Theory, among other honors. His contributions have been consistently recognized, including being elected as an IEEE Fellow in 2018 for his contributions to heterogeneous and wireless networks. Dr. Quek has also served as a Distinguished Lecturer for the IEEE Communications Society.

Experience:

Dr. Tony Quek has held several significant roles in academia and research. Since December 2022, he has served as the STEngineering Distinguished Professor at Singapore Technologies Engineering. Prior to this, Dr. Quek was appointed as the Director of the Future Communications R&D Programme at the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) in May 2021. He also served as the Interim Programme Director for the Design and Artificial Intelligence Programme at SUTD from April 2020 to December 2020. In March 2020, Dr. Quek was appointed as a Full Professor in the Information Systems Technology and Design Pillar at SUTD, where he currently holds the position of Head of Pillar. His work in these roles has contributed significantly to the advancement of research and education in the field of electrical engineering and computer science.

Teaching Experience:

Dr. Tony Quek has an extensive teaching experience at the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) in the ISTD and ESD Pillars. Since January 2013, he has taught several courses including “Modelling the Systems World” (Term 3, 2013, 2014, 2015), “The Digital World” (Term 3, 2014, 2016), and “Introduction to Probability and Statistics” (Term 5, 2018, 2019). His teaching contributions have been instrumental in shaping the learning experiences of students in the areas of modelling, digital systems, and probability and statistics, helping them develop a strong foundation in these subjects.

Publications:

  1. Enhanced intercell interference coordination challenges in heterogeneous networks
    • Authors: D Lopez-Perez, I Guvenc, G De la Roche, M Kountouris, TQS Quek, …
    • Citations: 1306
    • Year: 2011
  2. Federated learning with differential privacy: Algorithms and performance analysis
    • Authors: K Wei, J Li, M Ding, C Ma, HH Yang, F Farokhi, S Jin, TQS Quek, HV Poor
    • Citations: 1244
    • Year: 2020
  3. Offloading in mobile edge computing: Task allocation and computational frequency scaling
    • Authors: TQ Dinh, J Tang, QD La, TQS Quek
    • Citations: 881
    • Year: 2017
  4. Energy efficient heterogeneous cellular networks
    • Authors: YS Soh, TQS Quek, M Kountouris, H Shin
    • Citations: 676
    • Year: 2013
  5. Sensor OpenFlow: Enabling software-defined wireless sensor networks
    • Authors: T Luo, HP Tan, TQS Quek
    • Citations: 614
    • Year: 2012
  6. Scheduling policies for federated learning in wireless networks
    • Authors: HH Yang, Z Liu, TQS Quek, HV Poor
    • Citations: 522
    • Year: 2019