Dr. Oluwole Famoriji | Electrical and Electronics Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Oluwole Famoriji | Electrical and Electronics Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. at University of Johannesburg, South Africa

Engr. Dr. Oluwole John Famoriji is an accomplished academic and researcher in Electrical and Information Engineering, with specialization in Communication Engineering, Antenna Array Signal Processing, and Artificial Intelligence. He holds a Ph.D. in Electronic Science and Technology from the University of Science and Technology of China, backed by numerous awards, including the prestigious CAS-TWAS President’s Fellowship and the Innovation Spirit Award. With over a decade of teaching and research experience across Nigeria, China, and South Africa, he currently serves as an Associate Professor at Achievers University, Owo. Dr. Famoriji is a recognized reviewer for top-tier journals like IEEE Access and IET Communications and has served as an external examiner at international universities. He is a member of COREN, NSE, and IEEE, and is proficient in simulation tools such as MATLAB and CST. His work reflects a strong blend of academic rigor, global collaboration, and practical application in modern engineering challenges.

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Education

Engr. Dr. Oluwole John Famoriji has a well-rounded and international academic background in Electrical and Electronics Engineering. He earned his Ph.D. in Electronic Science and Technology from the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) in 2019, under the prestigious CAS-TWAS Presidential Fellowship. Prior to that, he obtained his M.Eng. in Communication Engineering from the Federal University of Technology, Akure in 2014, and his B.Eng. in Electrical/Electronics Engineering from Ladoke Akintola University of Technology in 2009. His early education was completed in Igbajo, Osun State, Nigeria. Throughout his academic journey, he demonstrated consistent excellence, culminating in international recognition during his Ph.D. studies. His education spans both advanced theoretical frameworks and applied technical training, positioning him effectively in fields like signal processing, antennas, and intelligent systems. Dr. Famoriji’s educational path reflects a strong foundation for high-impact research and global academic collaboration.

Professional Experience

Dr. Oluwole John Famoriji brings over 14 years of progressive academic and research experience across Africa and Asia. He is currently an Associate Professor at Achievers University, Owo, Nigeria, where he teaches and supervises projects in Communication Engineering and Signal Processing. Prior roles include a Postdoctoral Fellowship at the University of Johannesburg (2021–2023) and various teaching positions at Afe Babalola University, where he rose from Lecturer II to Senior Lecturer between 2014 and 2021. He also served as a Teaching Assistant at the Federal University of Technology, Akure, and completed his NYSC teaching at Federal Polytechnic, Kaura Namoda. Dr. Famoriji has demonstrated academic leadership and global engagement, serving as an external examiner in both China and South Africa. His career trajectory showcases a blend of teaching excellence, mentorship, and research productivity, making him a respected figure in the engineering education community.

Research Interest

Dr. Famoriji’s research focuses on advanced topics in Communication Engineering, particularly Antenna Array Signal Processing, Applied Electromagnetics, RF Propagation, and Artificial Intelligence. His work integrates theoretical modeling with practical engineering solutions, using tools such as MATLAB, HFSS, CST, and OptiSystem. His interests extend into intelligent systems and soft computing, emphasizing adaptive technologies in wireless communications and biomedical applications. His contributions aim to solve real-world engineering problems, including efficient spectrum use, smart antenna systems, and AI-driven communication protocols. Through interdisciplinary approaches, Dr. Famoriji seeks to enhance connectivity, signal clarity, and system intelligence in modern communication networks. He has actively contributed as a reviewer for renowned journals like IEEE Access, IET Signal Processing, and IEEE Transactions on Antennas and Propagation, reflecting his expertise and peer recognition in the field. His ongoing research supports the advancement of next-generation wireless and intelligent communication systems across academic and industrial applications.

Award and Honor

Dr. Oluwole John Famoriji has received several prestigious awards that highlight his academic excellence and research impact. Most notably, he was awarded the CAS-TWAS Ph.D. President Fellowship by the Chinese Academy of Sciences and The World Academy of Sciences, an internationally competitive recognition for outstanding doctoral scholars. During his Ph.D. at USTC, he also received the Innovation Spirit Award (2016) and Outstanding Research Assistant Award (2017) from the Micro-/Nano Electronic Systems Integration Center. These accolades underscore his creativity, work ethic, and innovation in high-tech research environments. In addition, he is an active member of global engineering bodies such as the IEEE, the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), and the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN). His service on technical committees and student leadership roles further reflect his commitment to academic and professional excellence. These honors position him as a standout researcher in his field.

Conclusion

Dr. Oluwole John Famoriji is a dynamic and accomplished researcher whose career spans high-level academic training, impactful research, and international collaboration. His expertise in Communication Engineering, RF technologies, and intelligent systems has contributed significantly to academic advancement and real-world engineering applications. His trajectory—from a Ph.D. fellow in China to an Associate Professor in Nigeria and a Postdoctoral Fellow in South Africa—illustrates his global outlook and commitment to research excellence. With numerous awards, strong publication review credentials, and leadership roles in academic settings, he exemplifies the qualities of an innovative scholar and mentor. Although more detail on publications and grant leadership would further strengthen his profile, Dr. Famoriji’s blend of experience, technical depth, and academic service makes him a compelling candidate for recognition such as the Best Researcher Award. His work continues to inspire collaboration and advancement in the field of electrical and communication engineering.

Publications Top Notes

  • Title: An intelligent deep learning-based direction-of-arrival estimation scheme using spherical antenna array with unknown mutual coupling
    Authors: OJ Famoriji, OY Ogundepo, X Qi
    Year: 2020
    Citations: 58

  • Title: Radio frequency propagation mechanisms and empirical models for hilly areas
    Authors: FJ Oluwole, OY Olajide
    Year: 2013
    Citations: 54

  • Title: Channel Estimation and Peak‐to‐Average Power Ratio Analysis of Narrowband Internet of Things Uplink Systems
    Authors: MS Ali, Y Li, MKH Jewel, OJ Famoriji, F Lin
    Year: 2018
    Citations: 28

  • Title: Evaluation and modelling of UHF radiowave propagation in a forested environment
    Authors: T Ayekomilogbon Olufemi, O Famoriji John, O Olasoji Yekeen
    Year: 2013
    Citations: 28

  • Title: Electromagnetic machine learning for estimation and mitigation of mutual coupling in strongly coupled arrays
    Authors: OJ Famoriji, T Shongwe
    Year: 2023
    Citations: 27

  • Title: Design of a multiband hexagonal patch antenna for wireless communication systems
    Authors: AO Fadamiro, JD Ntawangaheza, OJ Famoriji, Z Zhang, F Lin
    Year: 2022
    Citations: 24

  • Title: Source Localization of EM Waves in the Near‐Field of Spherical Antenna Array in the Presence of Unknown Mutual Coupling
    Authors: OJ Famoriji, T Shongwe
    Year: 2021
    Citations: 22

  • Title: A test of the relationship between refractivity and radio signal propagation for dry particulates
    Authors: FJ Oluwole, OM Olayinka
    Year: 2013
    Citations: 22

  • Title: Path loss prediction in Tropical regions using machine learning techniques: A case study
    Authors: OJ Famoriji, T Shongwe
    Year: 2022
    Citations: 20

  • Title: Design of H-Tree fractal slots frequency reconfigurable hexagonal patch antenna using PIN diodes
    Authors: AO Fadamiro, OJ Famoriji, RS Zakariyya, Z Zhang, F Lin
    Year: 2019
    Citations: 20

  • Title: Critical review of basic methods on DoA estimation of EM waves impinging a spherical antenna array
    Authors: OJ Famoriji, T Shongwe
    Year: 2022
    Citations: 19

  • Title: Direction-of-arrival estimation of electromagnetic wave impinging on spherical antenna array in the presence of mutual coupling using a multiple signal classification method
    Authors: OJ Famoriji, T Shongwe
    Year: 2021
    Citations: 19

  • Title: A multiple element calibration algorithm for active phased array antenna
    Authors: AO Fadamiro, AAH Semomhe, OJ Famoriji, F Lin
    Year: 2019
    Citations: 19

  • Title: Design of a simple circularly polarised dual‐frequency reconfigurable microstrip patch antenna array for millimetre‐wave applications
    Authors: OJ Famoriji, S Yang, Y Li, W Chen, A Fadamiro, Z Zhang, F Lin
    Year: 2019
    Citations: 18

  • Title: Multi-source DoA estimation of EM waves impinging spherical antenna array with unknown mutual coupling using relative signal pressure based multiple signal classification approach
    Authors: OJ Famoriji, T Shongwe
    Year: 2022
    Citations: 16

Carlos Javier Morales Pérez | Signal Processing and Acquisition | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Carlos Javier Morales Pérez | Signal Processing and Acquisition | Best Researcher Award

Investigador Posdoctoral | Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro (UAQ), Campus San Juan del Río | Mexico

Best Researcher Award

Strengths for the Award

  1. Research Excellence: Dr. Morales Pérez has a robust research portfolio, with multiple publications in high-impact journals such as IEEE Transactions and the International Journal of Dynamics and Control. His work on fault detection in electrical machines and signal processing is cutting-edge, addressing both theoretical and practical challenges in the field.
  2. Professional Recognition: He has been recognized as a National Researcher Level 1 by CONAHCyT, a prestigious acknowledgment of his contributions to science and technology in Mexico. Additionally, his highest GPA achievement during his PhD and awards like the Student Travel Award by IEEE highlight his academic excellence.
  3. Teaching and Mentoring: As an educator, he has taught advanced courses in electronics at various institutions and supervised graduate theses. This shows his commitment to nurturing the next generation of engineers and researchers.
  4. Collaborative Engagements: Dr. Morales Pérez is actively involved in reviewing for top journals and participating in academic committees, indicating his influence and respect in the research community.

Areas for Improvement

  1. Expanding International Collaboration: While Dr. Morales Pérez has a solid national presence, expanding his collaborations internationally could further elevate his research impact and visibility. Engaging in more cross-border research projects or co-authoring papers with international researchers could be beneficial.
  2. Diversification of Research: While his focus on signal processing and electrical machines is commendable, exploring interdisciplinary applications of his research, such as in biomedical engineering or environmental monitoring, could enhance the broader relevance and application of his work.
  3. Increased Citation Metrics: Although his citation metrics are respectable, working on increasing his research’s visibility through more conference presentations, open-access publications, and active dissemination on platforms like ResearchGate could improve these numbers.

Conclusion

Dr. Carlos Javier Morales Pérez is a highly qualified candidate for the “Best Researcher Award,” with notable achievements in the field of electronics, particularly in fault detection and signal processing. His solid academic and professional record, combined with his teaching and mentoring roles, underscores his potential to continue contributing significantly to his field. With minor improvements in international collaboration and diversification of research areas, Dr. Morales Pérez’s work could achieve even greater recognition on a global scale.

📜 Short Bio

Carlos Javier Morales Pérez is a dedicated electronics engineer and a National Researcher Level 1 (CONAHCyT, Mexico) with about five years of professional experience. His expertise lies in instrumentation, measurement, and control, with a strong focus on advanced signal and image processing techniques for rotating electrical machines. Currently, he is a postdoctoral researcher at the Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro (UAQ), Mexico, where he continues to explore his research interests in digital systems, FPGAs, embedded systems, and signal/image acquisition & processing.

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🎓 Education

Carlos holds a PhD in Electronics (2021) and an MSc in Electronics (2017) from the Instituto Nacional de Astrofísica, Óptica y Electrónica in Puebla, Mexico. He completed his BEng in Electronics in 2013 from Instituto Tecnológico Superior de Comalcalco in Tabasco, Mexico. His academic journey has been marked by exceptional achievements, including graduating with the highest GPA in his PhD program.

💼 Experience

Carlos began his career in the oil and gas industry, working as an Instrumentation and Control Engineer from 2013 to 2015, and earlier as a Technician from 2008 to 2012. His industrial experience spans calibrations, configurations, and the integration of devices and systems in both onshore and offshore facilities. He has also built a robust teaching portfolio, lecturing at various institutions, including the Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro and Universidad Tecnológica de Puebla, where he teaches courses ranging from Digital Systems to Evolutionary Computation.

🔬 Research Interests

Carlos’s research is deeply rooted in the fields of instrumentation and measurement, with specific interests in digital systems, FPGAs, embedded systems, and signal/image processing. He is particularly focused on applying these technologies to diagnose and monitor faults in electrical machines, contributing valuable insights to the field of advanced signal processing techniques.

🏆 Awards

Carlos has received numerous awards, including being recognized as a National Researcher Level 1 by CONAHCyT (2022-2027). He was also honored as the Guest Speaker at the INAOE graduation ceremony in 2021 and awarded the Highest Grade Point Average in his PhD program. His earlier accolades include a Student Travel Award by IEEE in 2017 and an Academic Excellence recognition by ANFEI in 2014.

📚 Publications

Carlos has contributed significantly to the field of electronics, with publications in renowned journals and conferences. Some of his key works include:

Incipient Inter-Turn Short Circuit Detection in Induction Motors Using Cumulative Distribution Function and the EfficientNetv2 Model (2024) – Machines (MDPI) DOI

Cited in various articles focused on electrical machine diagnostics.

Induction Machine Bearing Fault Detection Using Empirical Wavelet Transform (2022) – Shock and Vibration (Hindawi) DOI

This study has been referenced in papers exploring fault detection methodologies.

Noise Reduction in Electrical Signal Using OMP Algorithm Based on DCT and DSC Dictionaries (2021) – IEEE Transactions on Instrumentation and Measurement DOI

Frequently cited in research related to signal processing techniques.

Diagnostic of Combined Mechanical and Electrical Faults in ASD-powered Induction Motor Using MODWT and a Lightweight 1D CNN (2021) – IEEE Transactions on Industrial Informatics DOI

Influential in the field of industrial informatics and machine fault detection.

On Maximizing the Positive Lyapunov Exponent of Chaotic Oscillators Applying DE and PSO (2019) – International Journal of Dynamics and Control, vol. 7, no. 7 DOI

Cited in studies exploring chaotic systems and optimization algorithms.

 

 

Raj Senani | Signal Processing | Lifetime Achievement Award

Prof Dr. Raj Senani | Signal Processing | Lifetime Achievement Award

Honorary Professor, Netaji Subhas University of Technology, Sector 3, Dwarka, New Delhi , India

🏆 Prof. Dr. Raj Senani, an eminent figure in the field of Signal Processing, has been bestowed with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award. With an illustrious career spanning decades, Prof. Senani’s contributions to the advancement of signal processing technology are unparalleled. As an Honorary Professor at Netaji Subhas University of Technology, located in Sector 3, Dwarka, New Delhi, India, his influence extends far beyond the classroom. Prof. Senani’s dedication, expertise, and commitment to excellence serve as an inspiration to students, academics, and professionals alike. This honor is a testament to his remarkable achievements and profound impact on the field.

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Education

🎓 Prof. Dr. Raj Senani’s academic journey is marked by remarkable achievements. He earned his B.Sc. from Lucknow University in 1966, followed by a B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering from Harcourt Butler Technological Institute (HBTI), Kanpur University in 1971. Continuing his pursuit of knowledge, he attained an M.E. (Honours) in Electrical Engineering from M. N. R. Engineering College, Allahabad University in 1974. His scholarly pursuits culminated in a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from M. N. R. Engineering College, University of Allahabad, India, in 1988. His doctoral thesis, focused on the realization of a class of active networks, underscores his profound contributions to the field.

Academic Experience

👨‍🏫 With over 48 years of extensive academic experience, Prof. Dr. Raj Senani has left an indelible mark on the field of Electrical and Electronics Engineering. His illustrious career began as a Lecturer at M. N. R. Engineering College, Allahabad, UP, India, in June 1975, where he eventually rose to the position of Reader. He later served as an Assistant Professor at Delhi Institute of Technology (DIT) before joining Netaji Subhas Institute of Technology (NSIT), New Delhi, as a Professor in May 1990, where he dedicated 25 years to shaping young minds. Even post-retirement, his commitment persists, serving as an Honorary Professor at Netaji Subhas University of Technology (NSUT) since June 2020.

Research Experience and Achievements

📚 With over 48 years of rich experience, Prof. Dr. Raj Senani has made significant contributions to the realm of Analogue Integrated Circuits and Signal Processing. He has not only conducted but also supervised doctoral research in these areas, fostering academic growth. His scholarly impact extends through the publication of over 185 research papers in esteemed international journals, alongside co-authoring 5 book chapters and 5 monographs. These publications, including those by prestigious publishers like Springer and IET, have garnered widespread recognition, evidenced by over 7000 citations on Google Scholar, boasting an impressive h-index of 46. Prof. Senani’s profound influence resonates through the academic community and beyond. 🎓

Publications Top Notes

“Single-differential difference current conveyor-based first-order VM/TAM universal filter and its applications” – Published in the International Journal of Numerical Modelling: Electronic Networks, Devices and Fields, 2024. Authors: A. Raj, R. Senani, D.R. Bhaskar.

“A low-voltage MOS translinear loop, biased using FVF and its applications in realizing square-rooter and squarer circuits” – Published in Integration, 2024. Authors: A. Chhabra, B. Aggarwal, R. Senani.

“Single-resistance-tunable oscillators using a single CFOA and two grounded capacitors” – Published in AEU – International Journal of Electronics and Communications, 2023. Authors: D.R. Bhaskar, A. Raj, R. Senani, P. Kumar.

“Wide-Range Current-Controlled Floating Resistor for CMOS Technology” – Published in Iranian Journal of Science and Technology – Transactions of Electrical Engineering, 2023. Authors: A. Chhabra, R. Senani, B. Aggarwal.

“Wide-range current-controlled grounded resistor realization: A new application of the CMOS translinear elements” – Published in International Journal of Circuit Theory and Applications, 2023. Authors: A. Chhabra, R. Senani, B. Aggarwal.

“New CMOS Linear Transconductors and their Applications” – Published in Journal of Circuits, Systems and Computers, 2023. Authors: M. Rai, R. Senani, A.K. Singh.

“CMOS linear voltage-controlled positive/negative floating resistance configuration and its application in realising a voltage controllable all-pass filter” – Published in International Journal of Circuit Theory and Applications, 2023. Authors: R. Senani, M. Rai, A.K. Singh.

“Third-order quadrature sinusoidal oscillators with fully uncoupled tuning laws using only two CFOAs and grounded capacitors” – Published in International Journal of Circuit Theory and Applications, 2023. Authors: D.R. Bhaskar, A. Raj, R. Senani.

“An ingenious methodology of deriving single-FTFN-based canonic grounded-capacitor SRCOs” – Published in International Journal of Circuit Theory and Applications, 2023. Authors: R. Senani, D.R. Bhaskar, S.S. Gupta, P. Kumar, R.K. Sharma.

“Low-Voltage Current-Mode Full-Wave Rectifier Employing FVF-Biased MOS Translinear Loop” – Published in Journal of Circuits, Systems and Computers, 2023. Authors: A. Chhabra, B. Aggarwal, R. Senani.