Prof. Raquel Conceicao | Biomedical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assistant professor with habilitation, Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Biophysics, Faculty of Sciences, University of Lisbon, Portugal

🌟 Raquel Conceição is an award-winning assistant professor and researcher with habilitation at the University of Lisbon, Portugal. She is a pioneer in the field of medical microwave imaging in Portugal, being the first PhD graduate in this area. Raquel has led numerous high-impact European-funded projects, advancing medical imaging technology, and has made significant contributions to biomedical engineering and signal processing. As a professor and researcher, she continues to inspire and lead her students in groundbreaking projects.

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Education

🎓 Raquel holds a PhD in Electrical & Electronic Engineering from the National University of Ireland Galway (2011) and an Integrated Master’s in Biomedical Engineering from the NOVA University of Lisbon (2007). She has pursued extensive post-doctoral work, focusing on medical microwave imaging and biomedical engineering.

Experience

💼 Raquel has taught 13 different courses at the University of Lisbon and supervised 7 PhD and 33 Master’s students. She served as the vice-president of the Department of Physics, making notable contributions to internal and external outreach activities. She was also the vice-coordinator and coordinator of the Master’s in Biomedical Engineering and Biophysics programs, where she played a key leadership role.

Research Focus

🔬 Raquel’s primary research focus lies in developing medical microwave imaging techniques to detect and classify breast cancer and metastasised lymph nodes. Her broader interests include machine learning, biomedical engineering, signal processing, and electronic engineering.

Awards and Honours

🏆 Raquel has received substantial recognition for her contributions to medical microwave imaging, including leading the first international project in this field and being awarded numerous prestigious European grants. She has attracted millions in research funding, with projects totaling over €7.85M, and has received personal funding for her contributions to scientific research.

Publication Top Notes

📚 Raquel has authored 35 journal papers, 65 conference proceedings, and edited 4 books. She has also collaborated with over 100 international researchers, contributing to various Q1 journals such as Sensors. She organized a special issue in Sensors, highlighting her leadership in academic publishing.

“Development of Medical Microwave Imaging for Early Breast Cancer Detection” (2020), Sensors, cited by 85 articles. Link to article.

“Innovative Techniques in Microwave Imaging for Biomedical Applications” (2018), Biomedical Engineering Letters, cited by 45 articles. Link to article.

Prof. Khaled Daqrouq | Biomedical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Professor, ECE Department, King Abdulaziz University, Saudi Arabia

Professor Khaled Daqrouq, a luminary in the realm of Biomedical Engineering, has been honored with the prestigious Best Researcher Award. 🏆 As a distinguished member of the Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) Department at King Abdulaziz University, Saudi Arabia, his contributions have significantly advanced the field. His groundbreaking research endeavors have not only expanded the frontiers of knowledge but have also paved the way for innovative solutions in healthcare technology. With his unwavering dedication and pioneering spirit, Professor Daqrouq continues to inspire and shape the future of biomedical engineering, leaving an indelible mark on academia and society alike.

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Education 🎓

Prof. Khaled Daqrouq earned both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Biomedical Engineering from Wroclaw University in Poland. He completed his Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, specializing in ECG signal analysis, from the same university. 📚

Work Experience 💼

With a rich academic journey, Prof. Daqrouq has held various esteemed positions. He served as an Associate Professor at Philadelphia University, Jordan, from Jan 2001 to Mar 2003. Following this, he became a Professor at Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, where he continued to excel until Aug 2011. Currently, he is an Assistant Professor at Hashemite University, Jordan, contributing significantly to the field of Biomedical Engineering. 👨‍🏫

Research Interests 🔬

Prof. Daqrouq’s research interests lie at the intersection of Biomedical Engineering and Data Mining. He is particularly passionate about ECG, EEG, speech, face, signature, and pattern recognition. His work aims to enhance medical diagnoses and treatments by leveraging innovative technologies and analytical techniques. 🧠

Awards 🏆

Throughout his career, Prof. Daqrouq has garnered recognition for his outstanding contributions to Biomedical Engineering research and education. His dedication and expertise have earned him accolades within the scientific community, reflecting his commitment to excellence. 🌟

Publications Top Notes 📝

Title: “Influence of lateral injection from the circular strut on mixing performance of hydrogen jet at supersonic combustion chamber” Year: 2023 Title: “Thermal Management of Storage Unit Reporting Unsteady Physical Behavior of NEPCM” Year: 2023

Title: “Lithium-ion batteries investigation regarding different fins distribution associated electrochemical effects and various voltage types” Year: 2022 Title: “The continuous wavelet transform using for natural ECG signal arrhythmias detection by statistical parameters” Year: 2022

Title: “Energy exchange of inserting eco-friendly bio phase change material into the vertical walls to make the buildings energy-efficient” Year: 2022

Raquel Conceicao | Biomedical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Raquel Conceicao | Biomedical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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