Ritu Tanwar | Artificial intelligence | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Ritu Tanwar | Artificial intelligence | Best Researcher Award

Research Scholar | NIT Uttarakhand | India

Best Researcher Award

Strengths for the Award

Innovative Research Focus: Ms. Tanwar’s research is at the cutting edge of deep learning, artificial intelligence, and stress recognition. Her focus on multimodal physiological signals for affective state recognition and wearable technology is highly relevant and forward-looking.

Strong Academic Foundation: She is pursuing a PhD at the National Institute of Technology, Uttarakhand, with a well-defined thesis on deep learning frameworks for affective state recognition. Her previous education, including an M.Tech. in Emotion Recognition and a B.Tech. in Electronics & Communication Engineering, complements her current research focus.

Quality Publications: Ms. Tanwar has a strong publication record with peer-reviewed journal articles in high-impact journals like Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence and Computers in Biology and Medicine. Her conference papers and book chapters also demonstrate her active engagement with the academic community.

Recognition and Support: She has received a Senior Research Fellow Scholarship, highlighting her recognized potential in her field. Her involvement in teaching and supervision further indicates her commitment to academic excellence and leadership.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, and deep learning frameworks enhances her ability to conduct high-quality research. Her experience with various software tools and programming languages supports her research in data analysis and machine learning.

Areas for Improvement

Broader Impact and Application: While Ms. Tanwar’s work is innovative, expanding the application of her research to practical, real-world scenarios could enhance its impact. Exploring collaborations with industry partners could provide valuable insights into the practical applications of her research findings.

Interdisciplinary Integration: Integrating her research with other disciplines, such as psychology or healthcare, could provide a more comprehensive understanding of stress recognition and its applications. This interdisciplinary approach might strengthen her research outcomes and broaden her impact.

Public Engagement and Outreach: Increasing her presence in public forums and engaging with broader audiences could amplify the reach of her research. Participating in outreach activities and science communication initiatives might help in translating her research for non-specialist audiences.

Conclusion

Ms. Ritu Tanwar demonstrates significant promise as a researcher, with a strong foundation in innovative areas of deep learning and stress recognition. Her research contributions are noteworthy, and she has established a solid track record with quality publications and academic achievements.

For the “Best Researcher Award,” Ms. Tanwar’s strengths in cutting-edge research, quality publications, and technical expertise make her a strong candidate. Addressing the suggested areas for improvement could further enhance her research impact and recognition in the field.

Short Bio

👩‍🔬 Ms. Ritu Tanwar is a dedicated Research Scholar in Electronics Engineering at the National Institute of Technology, Uttarakhand, India. With a focus on stress and emotion recognition through innovative technologies, she is pursuing a PhD under the supervision of Dr. Pankaj Kumar Pal and Dr. Ghanapriya Singh. Her extensive background in deep learning and artificial intelligence positions her as a notable contributor to the field of physiological signal analysis.

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Education

🎓 PhD (pursuing) – April 2021-present
Department of Electronics Engineering, National Institute of Technology, Uttarakhand, India
Thesis: A deep learning framework for affective state recognition using multimodal physiological signals
Thesis Supervisors: Dr. Pankaj Kumar Pal and Dr. Ghanapriya Singh

🎓 M. Tech. – July 2018
Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering, University Institute of Engineering & Technology, Kurukshetra, India
Thesis: Emotion Recognition from Audio Signals
Thesis Supervisor: Dr. Deepti Chaudhary

🎓 B. Tech. – July 2013
Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering, University Institute of Engineering & Technology, Kurukshetra, India

Experience

📚 Teaching Assistant
Department of Electronics Engineering, National Institute of Technology, Uttarakhand, India

  • Microcontroller and Interfacing (Jan–May 2024)
  • Digital Signal Processing (July–Dec 2021, July–Dec 2023)
  • Speech Signal Processing (July–Dec 2022)
  • Image Processing (Jan–July 2022)

📝 Supervision Experience
National Institute of Technology, Uttarakhand, India

  • Undergraduate Supervision: Kunal Kavi and Shivam Purwal (Completion year: 2024)

Research Interests

🔬 Stress and Emotion Recognition: Focused on understanding and analyzing stress and emotional states through physiological signals.
🧠 Data Analysis and Deep Learning: Leveraging advanced data analysis techniques and deep learning models to enhance emotion and stress recognition.
🤖 Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning: Applying AI and ML technologies to improve the accuracy and effectiveness of stress recognition systems.

Awards

🏆 Senior Research Fellow Scholarship – 2021-present
Awarded for exceptional research potential and academic performance in the field of Electronics Engineering.

Publications

  1. Tanwar, R., Phukan, O. C., Singh, G., Pal, P. K., & Tiwari, S. (2024). Attention based hybrid deep learning model for wearable based stress recognition. Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence, 127, 107391.
  2. Tanwar, R., Singh, G., & Pal, P. K. (2024). A Hybrid Transposed Attention Based Deep Learning Model for Wearable and Explainable Stress Recognition. Computers and Electrical Engineering (Accepted).
  3. Tanwar, R., Singh, G., & Pal, P. K. (2024). Explainable Artificial Intelligence System For Stress Recognition Using Multimodal Physiological Signals. Computers in Biology and Medicine (under review).
  4. Tanwar, R., Singh, G., & Pal, P. K. (2024). Stress-Wed: Stress recognition autoencoder using Wearables Data. Second International Conference on Artificial Intelligence: Towards Sustainable Intelligence, Springer (Accepted).
  5. Tanwar, R., Singh, G., & Pal, P. K. (2024, July). Wearables Based Personalised Stress Recognition Using Signal Processing and Hybrid Deep learning Model. 2024 2nd International Conference on Computer, Electronics, Electrical Engineering and their Applications (IC2E3), IEEE.
  6. Tanwar, R., Singh, G., & Pal, P. K. (2023, July). FuSeR: Fusion of wearables data for StrEss Recognition using explainable artificial intelligence models. 2023 14th International Conference on Computing Communication and Networking Technologies (ICCCNT), IEEE.
  7. Tanwar, R., Phukan, O. C., Singh, G., & Tiwari, S. (2022). CNN-LSTM Based Stress Recognition Using Wearables. CEUR Workshop Proceedings, Springer.

Yusuf KARADEDE | Artificial Intelligence | Best Researcher Award

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Assist Prof Dr. Yusuf KARADEDE | Artificial Intelligence | Best Researcher Award

Doctor, Gaziantep Islam Science and Technology University, Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences, Department of Industrial Engineering, 27010 Gaziantep, Turkey

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Strengths for the Award

Dr. Yusuf Karadede’s research in stochastic processes, heuristic algorithms, and stochastic optimization underscores his deep expertise and innovative approach in industrial engineering. His doctoral thesis and subsequent work have made significant contributions to the fields of simulation and stochastic modeling. Notably, his publications in esteemed journals like Soft Computing and Energy highlight his ability to tackle complex problems with advanced computational techniques.

Dr. Karadede’s diverse range of scientific activities demonstrates his commitment to advancing both theoretical and applied aspects of his field. His development of novel models such as the ProFiVaS model for financial indicators, showcased in his recent publication in Expert Systems with Applications, exemplifies his forward-thinking approach and impact on financial modeling.

Areas for Improvement

While Dr. Karadede’s research is highly impactful, expanding the scope of his research to include interdisciplinary approaches could further enhance the applicability of his work. For instance, integrating his stochastic models with emerging technologies like machine learning could offer new insights and broaden the impact of his research. Additionally, increasing collaboration with international research groups might provide new perspectives and enhance the global reach of his contributions.

Academic Background:

  • Bachelor’s Degree: Mathematics, Suleyman Demirel University, 2006-2010
  • Master’s Degree: Industrial Engineering, Suleyman Demirel University, 2011-2014
  • Doctorate (Ph.D.): Industrial Engineering, Suleyman Demirel University, 2015-2020

Professional Experience:

  • Kafkas University: Faculty of Engineering and Architecture, Department of Industrial Engineering (2014-2015)
  • Suleyman Demirel University: Faculty of Engineering, Department of Industrial Engineering (2015-2020)
  • Gaziantep Islam Science and Technology University: Department of Industrial Engineering (2020-Present)

Research Interests:

  • Stochastic Processes and Models
  • Simulation
  • Heuristic Algorithms
  • Stochastic Optimization

 Awards and Scholarships:

  • TÜBİTAK 2210-C Program Scholarship (2013-2014)
  • TÜBİTAK 2211-C Program Scholarship (2018-2020)

Publications Top Notes:

Karadede, Y., Özdemir, G. (2018). A hierarchical soft computing model for parameter estimation of curve-fitting problems. Soft Computing, 22(20), 6937-6964.

Karadede, Y., Ozdemir, G., Aydemir, E. (2017). Breeder Hybrid Algorithm Approach for Natural Gas Demand Forecasting Model. Energy, 141, 1269-1284.

Akdeniz, F., Biçil, M., Karadede, Y., Özbek, F. E., Özdemir, G. (2018). Application of real valued genetic algorithm on prediction of higher heating values of various lignocellulosic materials. Energy, 160, 1047-1054.

Karadede, Y. (2024). A novel stochastic ProFiVaS model based on decomposition of stochastic Vasicek differential equation for modeling and simulating financial indicators. Expert Systems with Applications

Conclusion

Dr. Yusuf Karadede’s distinguished research in stochastic processes and optimization positions him as a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His innovative contributions, including high-impact publications and successful research projects funded by prestigious institutions like TÜBİTAK, highlight his significant achievements and potential for future breakthroughs. His work not only advances theoretical understanding but also offers practical solutions to real-world problems, making him a deserving nominee for this esteemed accolade.