Otilia Manta | Artificial Intelligence | Innovative Research Award

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Prof. Dr. Otilia Manta | Artificial Intelligence | Innovative Research Award

Otilia Manta at Romanian Academy/ Romanian American University | Romania

Otilia Manta, Prof. Dr., is a senior researcher and academic affiliated with the Romanian Academy and Romanian American University, whose work focuses on the intersection of economics, finance, and digital transformation. Her research addresses financial innovation, FinTech, artificial intelligence in management and education, sustainability, and economic resilience, with particular attention to policy design and institutional learning in emerging and European economies. Through bibliometric, empirical, and interdisciplinary approaches, she contributes to advancing knowledge on sustainable finance, digitalization, and evidence-based economic governance.

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Xiangyu Wang | Artificial Intelligence | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Xiangyu Wang | Artificial Intelligence | Research Excellence Award

Executive director | East China Jiaotong University | China

Prof. Xiangyu Wang is a researcher at East China Jiaotong University whose work focuses on the intersection of applied mathematics, data analysis, and intelligent modeling. His research emphasizes statistical methods, optimization techniques, and quantitative analysis to address complex problems in engineering, economics, and management systems. He has contributed to studies involving data-driven decision-making, predictive modeling, and interdisciplinary applications of mathematical theory. Prof. Wang’s work supports the development of efficient analytical frameworks with practical relevance to real-world systems.

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Ms. Kaiser Sun | Natural Language Processing | Young Scientist Award

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Ms. Kaiser Sun | Natural Language Processing | Young Scientist Award

Emerging Leader in AI, Johns Hopkins University, United States

Ms. Kaiser Sun is an emerging leader in artificial intelligence and computational linguistics whose work bridges fundamental research and practical impact. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Computer Science at Johns Hopkins University under Professor Mark Dredze, building on her M.S. in Computer Science and Engineering from the University of Washington and dual B.S./B.A. degrees in Computer Science & Engineering and Mathematics from the same institution. Ms. Kaiser Sun has accumulated a rich portfolio of professional experience, including roles as Applied Scientist Intern at Amazon Web Services AI Labs, AI Resident at Meta AI – FAIR Labs, Software Development Engineer Intern at Amazon, Data Science Intern at Noonum, undergraduate researcher at the Washington Experimental Mathematics Lab, and intern at NOAA. Across these positions she has collaborated with leading mentors such as Peng Qi, Yuhao Zhang, Adina Williams, and Dieuwke Hupkes. Her primary research interests focus on natural language processing, large language models, interpretability, multilingual assessment of stereotypes, and the intersection of optimization and model evaluation. Ms. Kaiser Sun’s research skills span deep learning architectures, empirical foundations of machine learning, convex optimization, multilingual NLP, and large-scale model analysis; she is proficient in Python, Java, TypeScript, SQL, JavaScript, C++, R, and MATLAB, and experienced with PyTorch, AllenNLP, Spark, AWS, Microsoft Azure, and React. Her work has appeared in respected venues such as Nature Machine Intelligence, Findings of ACL, Findings of EMNLP, and NAACL, and she has contributed to influential community efforts like Queer in AI and Google Research’s CSRMP mentorship program. On Scopus, Ms. Kaiser Sun holds ID 57224529767 with 70 total citations indexed across 68 documents, 5 primary authored documents, and an h-index of 2 — impressive indicators for a researcher at her career stage.

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  • Sun, K., Marasović, A. (2021). Effective attention sheds light on interpretability. Findings of ACL. 23 citations.

  • Sun, K., Qi, P., Zhang, Y., Liu, L., Wang, W. Y., Huang, Z. (2023). Tokenization consistency matters for generative models on extractive NLP tasks. Findings of EMNLP. 17 citations.

  • Mitchell, M., Attanasio, G., Baldini, I., Clinciu, M., Clive, J., Delobelle, P., … Sun, K. (2025). SHADES: Towards a multilingual assessment of stereotypes in large language models. Proceedings of NAACL. 12 citations.

  • Sun, K., Dredze, M. (2024). Amuro & Char: Analyzing the relationship between pre-training and fine-tuning of large language models. Proceedings of the 10th Workshop on Representation Learning for NLP. 10 citations

Petcharaporn Yodjai | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Petcharaporn Yodjai | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

Ph.D. Student at King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi, Thailand

Petcharaporn Yodjai is a dedicated researcher in the field of applied mathematics, with a particular focus on image processing and mathematical modeling. Currently a Ph.D. candidate at King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT), Bangkok, Thailand, she has made significant contributions to the development of advanced techniques in image inpainting and completion. Her work integrates theoretical mathematical principles with practical applications, offering innovative solutions in digital image processing. Yodjai’s academic journey is marked by excellence, as she earned her Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with First Class Honours from Maejo University. She has been the recipient of prestigious scholarships and fellowships, allowing her to conduct research at renowned institutions worldwide.

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Education

Yodjai embarked on her academic journey at Maejo University, where she pursued a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from July 2015 to April 2019. Her outstanding academic performance earned her First Class Honours. Continuing her passion for applied mathematics, she enrolled in the Ph.D. program at King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi in July 2019. Throughout her doctoral studies, she has focused on developing mathematical methods for image processing, with an emphasis on structure propagation and sparse representation techniques. Her education has been supplemented by international research experiences through various exchange programs and fellowships.

Experience

Yodjai has accumulated significant research experience through international collaborations and exchange programs. In 2023, she conducted short-term research at the North University Center at Baia Mare, Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, Romania, followed by a long-term research stint at the University of Jaén, Spain, from September 2022 to February 2023. Earlier, she engaged in a research project at Gyeongsang National University, South Korea, in 2022. Additionally, she has served as a teaching assistant at KMUTT, assisting in undergraduate mathematics courses over multiple semesters, which has enhanced her pedagogical skills. Her participation in international conferences has allowed her to present her research findings and collaborate with experts in her field.

Research Interests

Yodjai’s research interests lie in applied mathematics, specifically in image processing, mathematical modeling, and computational methods. She has focused on developing efficient algorithms for image inpainting, structure propagation, and sparse representation. Her work incorporates techniques such as Bezier curves and deep learning segmentation to enhance image restoration processes. She is particularly interested in bridging the gap between mathematical theory and real-world applications, ensuring that her research contributes to advancements in digital imaging and computational science.

Awards and Scholarships

Yodjai has been recognized for her academic excellence and research contributions through several prestigious scholarships and awards. She is a recipient of the Royal Golden Jubilee Ph.D. Scholarship from the National Research Council of Thailand, which has supported her doctoral studies since 2019. She also received funding from the Japan Science and Technology Agency under the SAKURA Exchange Program in Science in 2023. Furthermore, she participated in the Erasmus+ program, funded by Romania, which facilitated her research collaboration with European institutions.

Publications

Yodjai, P., Kumam, P., & Martínez-Moreno, J. (2025). Image Completion Using Automatic Structure Propagation With Bezier Curves. Mathematical Methods in the Applied Sciences.

Jirakipuwapat, W., Sombut, K., Yodjai, P., & Seangwattana, T. (2025). Enhancing Image Inpainting With Deep Learning Segmentation and Exemplar-Based Inpainting. Mathematical Methods in the Applied Sciences.

Yodjai, P., Kumam, P., Martínez-Moreno, J., & Jirakitpuwapat, W. (2024). Image inpainting via modified exemplar-based inpainting with two-stage structure tensor and image sparse representation. Mathematical Methods in the Applied Sciences, 47(11), 9027-9045.

Awwal, A. M., Wang, L., Kumam, P., Sulaiman, M. I., Salisu, S., Salihu, N., & Yodjai, P. (2023). Generalized RMIL conjugate gradient method under the strong Wolfe line search with application in image processing. Mathematical Methods in the Applied Sciences, 46(16), 17544-17556.

Yodjai, P., Kumam, P., Kitkuan, D., Jirakitpuwapat, W., & Plubtieng, S. (2019). The Halpern approximation of three operators splitting method for convex minimization problems with an application to image inpainting. Bangmod International Journal of Mathematical and Computational Science, 5, 58-75.

Conclusion

Petcharaporn Yodjai’s research contributions in applied mathematics, particularly in image inpainting and completion, demonstrate her dedication to advancing computational methodologies. Through her international collaborations, numerous publications, and teaching experience, she has established herself as a promising scholar in the field. Her work continues to impact digital image processing, providing solutions that enhance the accuracy and efficiency of image restoration techniques. With her expertise and commitment to research, she is poised to make significant advancements in mathematical modeling and computational science in the coming years.

Deepak Parashar | Deep Learning | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Deepak Parashar | Deep Learning | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor | GSFC University Vadodara Gujarat | India

Dr. Deepak Parashar is an accomplished academician and researcher specializing in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. He is currently serving as an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science & Engineering at the School of Technology, GSFC University, Vadodara, Gujarat, India. With over 14 years of academic and research experience, Dr. Parashar has contributed significantly to the field of medical image analysis and computer vision. His expertise lies in developing AI-driven diagnostic solutions, particularly for glaucoma detection. Throughout his career, he has been dedicated to fostering research, mentoring students, and advancing technological innovation in healthcare.

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Education

Dr. Parashar holds a Ph.D. in AI & Machine Learning, with a specialization in medical imaging, from Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology (NIT), Bhopal, India, awarded in February 2022. His thesis focused on improving the classification of glaucoma in retinal fundus images using image decomposition techniques under the supervision of Dr. D. K. Agrawal. He completed his M.Tech. from SGSITS Indore in 2011 and earned his B.E. degree from Indira Gandhi Government Engineering College, Sagar, in 2008. His academic journey started at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Ratlam, MP, India, where he completed his schooling under the CBSE Board.

Experience

Dr. Parashar has held various academic and research positions throughout his career. Before joining GSFC University in May 2024, he served as an Assistant Professor at SIT Pune, Symbiosis International University, from 2022 to 2024. He was a Research Fellow at the Image Processing Research Lab, NIT Bhopal, from 2018 to 2022. Previously, he worked as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering at G H Patel College of Engineering and Technology (2012-2017) and Shri Vaishnav Institute of Technology and Science (2011-2012). His career began as a Lecturer at Government Engineering College, Ujjain, in 2008.

Research Interests

Dr. Parashar’s research focuses on Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Image Processing, and Medical Image Analysis. His primary interest is in developing automated diagnostic systems for medical applications, particularly in ophthalmology and dermatology. His work on glaucoma detection using AI-based techniques has contributed significantly to the field. He is currently involved in an AI-driven project for early melanoma detection, funded by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). His research aims to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of medical diagnostics through advanced computational techniques.

Awards and Achievements

Dr. Parashar has received numerous accolades for his contributions to research and academia. He was awarded a Doctoral Fellowship for the TEQIP-III funded project at NIT Bhopal from 2018 to 2022. He has also been recognized as a Senior Member of IEEE and is a GATE-qualified professional. Additionally, he has received the SERB-OVDF Fellowship acceptance and has been an active peer reviewer for reputed SCI journals and conferences hosted by IEEE, Elsevier, and Springer. His early achievements include recognition in the National Mathematics Olympiad Contest (2001) and the All India UN Information Test (1999).

Publications

Dr. Parashar has published extensively in high-impact journals and conferences.

“2-D Compact Variational Mode Decomposition Based Automatic Classification of Glaucoma Stages from Fundus Images” – IEEE Transactions on Instrumentation and Measurement, 2021.

“Automatic Classification of Glaucoma Stages Using Two-Dimensional Tensor Empirical Wavelet Transform” – IEEE Signal Processing Letters, 2021.

“Automated Classification of Glaucoma Stages Using Flexible Analytic Wavelet Transform from Retinal Fundus Images” – IEEE Sensors Journal, 2020. His research has been widely cited, contributing significantly to advancements in medical AI.

Conclusion

Dr. Deepak Parashar is a dedicated academician and researcher committed to advancing AI-driven solutions in medical imaging. With extensive experience in teaching and research, he has significantly contributed to the fields of AI, Machine Learning, and Computer Vision. His ongoing research and publications continue to impact the scientific community, making strides in automated healthcare diagnostics. As an educator and mentor, he remains focused on fostering student growth and innovation in technology, ensuring a positive and lasting influence on the future of AI applications in medicine.