Pei-Jun Lee | Edeg AI Design for Remote Sensing | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Pei-Jun Lee | Edeg AI Design for Remote Sensing | Best Researcher Award

National Taiwan University of Sience and Techlogy | Taiwan

Pei-Jun Lee (IET Fellow, IEEE Senior Member) is a distinguished researcher whose work spans advanced video compression, FPGA-based edge AI computing, and remote sensing satellite imaging systems. Her research portfolio includes over 100 publications, multiple patents, and extensive industry–academia collaborations. She has led major technological innovations in AI-driven satellite imaging circuits, infrared sensor systems, and high-performance embedded architectures. Her work with the Taiwan Space Organization (TASA) on the Formosat-8 mission enabled the development of FPGA circuits for real-time moving object detection and onboard video compression, marking the first Taiwanese satellite with such capabilities. She also contributed to the CubeSat Key Technology R&D Project, resulting in the successful launch of Lilium-I, Taiwan’s first 3U CubeSat equipped with an AI remote sensing payload. Her research further includes optical and mechanical circuit design for infrared imaging modules, 2D/3D conversion systems, multi-view and stereoscopic display technologies, and low-complexity solutions for standards such as 3D-HEVC, H.264, and MPEG-4. Her applied innovations extend to patient-care imaging systems and bio-inspired robotic fish. Through sustained industry collaboration and competitive project achievements, her work demonstrates both strong theoretical innovation and significant impact on practical, space-grade imaging technologies.

Profile: Scopus | Orcid 

Featured Publications 

Kusumoseniarto, R. H., Lin, Z.-Y., Su, S.-F., & Lee, P.-J. (2025).
Real-time human action recognition with dynamical frame processing via modified ConvLSTM and BERT. IEEE Access.

Bui, T.-A., Lee, P.-J., Liobe, J., Barzdenas, V., & Udris, D. (2025).
Region of interest-focused dynamic enhancement (RoIDE) for satellite images. IEEE Transactions on Geoscience and Remote Sensing.

Hsu, C.-H., Lee, P.-J., & Bui, T.-A. (2025, March 29).
Lightweight feature-enhanced U-Net for landslide change detection in remote sensing imagery.
In Proceedings of the ICCT-Pacific 2025.

Chen, C.-F., Lee, P.-J., & Bui, T.-A. (2025, January 11).
Low parameters UNet for energy-efficient cloud detection.
In 2025 IEEE ICCE Conference Proceedings.

Su, R.-Y., & Lee, P.-J. (2025, January 11).
Tiny objects classification on remote sensing image by using multi-scale crop.
In 2025 IEEE ICCE Conference Proceedings.

Prof. Dr. Kuangang Fan – Controlling of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle – Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Kuangang Fan - Controlling of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle - Best Researcher Award

Jiangxi University of Science and Technology - China

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🎓 Early academic pursuits

Kuangang Fan embarked on his academic journey in instrumentation science at jilin university, where he earned his b.s., m.s., and ph.d. degrees in june 2006, june 2008, and june 2011, respectively. his doctoral studies laid a strong foundation in signal processing, system identification, and control theory. his early focus on embedded systems and measurement technologies gradually evolved into specialized interests in power electronics and intelligent automation.

💼 Professional endeavors

Following the completion of his ph.d., fan undertook a postdoctoral fellowship at the prestigious state key laboratory of pattern recognition, chinese academy of sciences, from 2012 to 2014. he subsequently broadened his global academic exposure as a visiting scholar at peking university shenzhen graduate school (2015–2016) and the university of california, davis (2018–2019). currently, he is a professor in the school of electrical engineering and automation at jiangxi university of science and technology, china, where he actively leads both teaching and research initiatives in advanced control systems and power electronics.

🧠 Contributions and research focus

Professor fan’s prolific research contributions span blind channel estimation, source separation, adaptive control, and intelligent signal processing. a significant portion of his work centers Controlling of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle around anti-drone and drone control technologies, which demand high-precision algorithms and robust control frameworks. integrating his expertise in power electronics, he designs advanced drone propulsion and control circuits that enhance system reliability and efficiency in complex environments. his published works—over 100 refereed articles and book chapters—have become valuable resources in the fields of automation and electronic control.

🌍 Impact and influence

Fan’s influence in the academic and industrial sectors is substantial. his 70+ invention patents not only showcase innovation but also contribute to real-world applications in national defense, industrial automation, and civilian drone regulation. he became a member of ieee in 2020, enhancing his collaboration with global research communities. his cross-disciplinary applications of Controlling of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle power electronics in drone management systems have influenced policy and technology implementations in several institutions.

📚 Academic cites

His scholarly works are widely cited in journals and conferences focused on signal processing, robotics, and control engineering. many of his publications have become key references in studies related to unmanned aerial vehicles (uavs), power electronics, and adaptive systems. the depth and originality of his research have strengthened his reputation as a thought leader in the Controlling of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle automation research community.

🌱 Legacy and future contributions

Looking ahead, kuangang fan aims to further develop sustainable and autonomous control systems for drones and industrial robots using intelligent signal modeling and energy-efficient power electronics. he continues mentoring young scholars and fostering international academic exchanges to enrich innovation in automation and intelligent systems. his long-term vision includes advancing china’s presence in global automation research and setting new standards in precision control and uav defense technologies.

Notable Publications 

  • Title: A 3.45 GHz linear array antenna based on Wilkinson power divider structure
    Author(s): Not specified in the provided text
    Journal: AEU - International Journal of Electronics and Communications
    Year: 2025

  • Title: YOLOv7-SPD3: A Small Target Detection Algorithm for Multi-Rotor UAV Based on Improved YOLOv7
    Author(s): Not specified in the provided text
    Journal: Conference Paper (specific journal or conference not provided)

  • Title: Magnetic levitation system control research based on improved linear active disturbance rejection
    Author(s): Not specified in the provided text
    Journal: Transactions of the Institute of Measurement and Control
    Year: 2024

  • Title: Density gradient-RRT: An improved rapidly exploring random tree algorithm for UAV path planning
    Author(s): Not specified in the provided text
    Journal: Expert Systems with Applications
    Year: 2024

  • Title: UAV identification based on improved YOLOv7 under foggy condition
    Author(s): Not specified in the provided text
    Journal: Signal, Image and Video Processing
    Year: 2024

Mr. Sajjad Molaei – Edge/Fog Computing – Best Researcher Award

Mr. Sajjad Molaei - Edge/Fog Computing - Best Researcher Award

Amirkabir University of Technology - Iran 

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GOOGLE SCHOLAR 

🎓 Early academic pursuits

Sajjad Molaei began his academic journey with a bachelor of science in information technology (it) engineering from the university of tabriz, tabriz, iran. during this period (2011–2015), he achieved an exceptional academic performance with a total mark of 18.20 out of 20. he completed his undergraduate studies under the supervision of dr. mohammad ali balafar and was recognized as the top student of his class. this early excellence set the foundation for his future endeavors in the field of computer engineering and power electronics.

🧑‍💼 Professional endeavors

Sajjad Molaei is currently pursuing a ph.d. in computer engineering with a major in computer networks at the amirkabir university of tehran. his doctoral research, under the supervision of dr. masoud sabaei, explores resource management in dynamic fog computing environments for internet of things (iot) applications, a topic of growing global significance in network optimization and power electronics.

🔬 Contributions and research focus

Sajjad’s research interests span a broad spectrum of cutting-edge fields, including wireless sensor networks, cloud and fog computing, internet of things (iot), computer networks, optimization, Edge/Fog Computing evolutionary algorithms, and software development. he has significantly contributed to optimizing computational methods and addressing latency in fog environments—a challenge critical to real-time systems and power electronics.

🌐 Impact and influence

As a distinguished student and a committed researcher, sajjad molaei has held memberships in several elite research groups and academic institutions. he is a valued member of the islamic republic of iran’s national elites foundation for three consecutive years (2017–2019), Edge/Fog Computing reflecting his outstanding contributions to iran’s scientific community.

📚 Academic cites

while the exact citation metrics are not specified, sajjad’s scholarly output has earned recognition through his affiliations and research contributions. his thesis topics and involvement in Edge/Fog Computing high-level labs suggest that his work is cited in contexts involving trust computation, dynamic resource allocation, and energy-aware network designs. future publications based on his ph.d. work are anticipated to be highly referenced in both academic and industrial research.

🚀 Legacy and future contributions

Sajjad Molaei is poised to leave a lasting legacy through his innovative work on resource management in iot-enabled environments. he envisions developing frameworks that ensure optimized resource utilization, minimal latency, and increased reliability—elements vital to the deployment of smart cities and advanced digital infrastructures.

Notable Publications 

  • Title: PSO-ELPM: PSO with elite learning, enhanced parameter updating, and exponential mutation operator
    Author(s): H. Moazen, S. Molaei, L. Farzinvash, M. Sabaei
    Journal: Information Sciences

  • Title: Particle swarm optimization with an enhanced learning strategy and crossover operator
    Author(s): S. Molaei, H. Moazen, S. Najjar-Ghabel, L. Farzinvash
    Journal: Knowledge-Based Systems

  • Title: Application of boosted trees to the prognosis prediction of COVID‐19
    Author(s): S. Molaei, H. Moazen, H.R. Niazkar, M. Sabaei, M.G. Johari, A. Rezaianzadeh
    Journal: Health Science Reports

  • Title: An effective cipher block scheme based on cellular automata
    Author(s): S. Molaei, S. Najjar-Ghabel, L. Farzinvash
    Journal: 2017 IEEE 4th International Conference on Knowledge-Based Engineering and Innovation (KBEI)

  • Title: MRM-PSO: An Enhanced Particle Swarm Optimization Technique for Resource Management in Highly Dynamic Edge Computing Environments
    Author(s): S. Molaei, M. Sabaei, J. Taheri
    Journal: Ad Hoc Networks

Dr. Wenli yang – Computer Science and Artifical intelligence – Best Researcher Award 

Dr. Wenli yang - Computer Science and Artifical intelligence - Best Researcher Award 

University of Tasmania  - Australia

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GOOGLE SCHOLAR

🎓 Early academic pursuits

Dr. Wenli yang’s academic journey is rooted in strong interdisciplinary training, having earned dual phds that laid the foundation for her career in artificial intelligence. her early focus on knowledge representation and algorithmic modeling sparked her interest in scalable systems. through rigorous academic training and research exposure, she developed a deep understanding of power electronics, data engineering, and image analysis. this multidisciplinary education shaped her distinctive approach to solving real-world ai challenges using technically grounded methodologies.

👩‍🏫 Professional endeavors

Currently a lecturer at the school of ict, university of tasmania, dr. yang has quickly become a recognized figure in the artificial intelligence research community. she has actively led and contributed to over 10+ research projects and 8+ consultancy/industry projects, showcasing her technical capabilities across domains. her dedication extends beyond academia, with involvement in field-based data collection initiatives and industry-driven sustainability projects. her expertise also spans power electronics, where her data-driven methodologies enhance system efficiency and smart energy solutions.

🧠 Contributions and research focus

Dr. Yang’s research areas include knowledge representation, ai-powered image analysis, explainable ai, and generative ai. she is passionate about building interpretable and robust ai Computer Science and Artifical intelligence models that perform reliably under real-world conditions. having authored 29 peer-reviewed publications, with 20 as first author, she has made consistent contributions to high-impact q1 journals. her recent studies integrate power electronics with intelligent systems, creating scalable algorithms for energy-efficient computing, smart imaging, and automation across scientific domains.

🌐 Impact and influence

Wenli yang’s work has impacted both academic and applied sectors. her h-index of 9 (scopus) and h-index of 12 (google scholar), with over 647 citations, highlight her growing influence in the ai research community. her collaborative initiatives with australia seafood industries (asi), imas, csiro, and sense-t reflect her commitment to applying ai for public good. through ai- Computer Science and Artifical intelligencedriven oyster genotyping and sustainable fisheries management, she has contributed to ecological and operational advancements across australia’s marine industries.

🔮 Legacy and future contributions

Dr. Wenli yang’s vision is to create scalable, transparent, and adaptable ai systems that serve real-world applications. she continues to expand her research in explainable ai and data Computer Science and Artifical intelligence engineering, with future goals focused on integrating power electronics into intelligent systems for sustainable smart environments. her legacy lies in bridging theoretical research with field impact, inspiring future generations to pursue responsible and innovative ai solutions across multidisciplinary domains.

Notable Publications 

  • Title: A survey on blockchain-based internet service architecture: requirements, challenges, trends, and future
    Author(s): W. Yang, E. Aghasian, S. Garg, D. Herbert, L. Disiuta, B. Kang
    Journal: IEEE Access

  • Title: Survey on explainable AI: From approaches, limitations and applications aspects
    Author(s): W. Yang, Y. Wei, H. Wei, Y. Chen, G. Huang, X. Li, R. Li, N. Yao, X. Wang, X. Gu, ...
    Journal: Human-Centric Intelligent Systems

  • Title: Blockchain: Trends and future
    Author(s): W. Yang, S. Garg, A. Raza, D. Herbert, B. Kang
    Journal: Knowledge Management and Acquisition for Intelligent Systems: 15th Pacific …

  • Title: Design of intelligent transportation system supported by new generation wireless communication technology
    Author(s): W. Yang, X. Wang, X. Song, Y. Yang, S. Patnaik
    Journal: International Journal of Ambient Computing and Intelligence (IJACI)

  • Title: A decision model for blockchain applicability into knowledge-based conversation system
    Author(s): W. Yang, S. Garg, Z. Huang, B. Kang
    Journal: Knowledge-Based Systems