Tomohiro Hayashida | Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award

Published on by Engineering Scientist

Prof. Tomohiro Hayashida | Machine Learning
| Best Researcher Award

Professor at Hiroshima University , Japan.

Professor Tomohiro Hayashida is a distinguished scholar in decision-making, machine learning, and optimization, currently serving at Hiroshima University. After earning his Master’s and Ph.D. in Engineering from the same institution, he joined the university as a Research Associate in 2006 and steadily rose to Full Professor by 2024. With over 80 academic publications, Prof. Hayashida has led competitive national research grants and worked on practical innovations in transportation and scheduling algorithms. His interdisciplinary collaborations span across academia and industry, reflecting his commitment to both theoretical advancements and real-world applications. His citation record, leadership in JSPS-funded projects, and role in applied AI solutions exemplify his deep impact in computational engineering and operations research.

🌍 Professional Profile:

Scopus

🏆 Suitability for the Best Researcher Award :

Prof. Tomohiro Hayashida exemplifies the qualities deserving of the Best Researcher Award. He has produced over 50 peer-reviewed journal papers, many in top-tier SCI/Scopus-indexed journals. As Principal Investigator of multiple JSPS KAKEN-funded projects, including those in evolutionary computing and dynamic systems, he has shown consistent research leadership. His collaborative work with industry, such as optimizing dispatch algorithms with SmartRyde Inc., demonstrates strong translational research. With an h-index around 11–12 and 442+ citations, he balances scholarly excellence and societal impact. His active role in multi-disciplinary collaborations—both domestic and international—further reinforces his stature as an innovative and impactful researcher, making him highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award.

🎓 Education :

Prof. Hayashida received his entire higher education from Hiroshima University. He completed his Master’s degree in Engineering in 2006 and subsequently pursued and earned his Ph.D. in Engineering. His academic training focused on optimization theory, intelligent systems, and operations research, equipping him with a robust foundation in both theoretical and applied research. The university’s focus on computational intelligence and engineering sciences helped shape his research vision early in his career. His seamless transition from student to researcher within the same academic institution showcases his consistent excellence and growth as a scholar. This strong academic grounding laid the basis for his long-term contributions to machine learning, decision sciences, and interdisciplinary engineering research.

🏢 Work Experience :

Prof. Tomohiro Hayashida began his academic career in 2006 as a Research Associate at Hiroshima University, immediately after earning his Master’s degree. He was promoted to Assistant Professor in 2007, Associate Professor in 2015, and Full Professor in 2024. He has over 18 years of academic experience in teaching, research, and supervision. Beyond academic duties, he is active in government-funded research and industry collaborations, such as the ride-hailing optimization project with SmartRyde Inc. He also contributes to the Digital Manufacturing Education and Research Center at Hiroshima University. His extensive experience in both research project leadership and educational innovation showcases a balanced, impactful academic career with national and international influence.

🏅Awards and Honors

While specific award titles are not publicly listed, Prof. Hayashida’s selection as Principal Investigator for multiple highly competitive JSPS KAKEN Grants—including Young Researcher awards and Scientific Research (C) projects—reflects significant national recognition of his research excellence. His promotion to Full Professor at Hiroshima University, a top-tier Japanese institution, itself is a mark of academic distinction. He has been entrusted with strategic roles in collaborative projects, some of which have gained media coverage, such as the SmartRyde dispatch algorithm. These achievements, combined with a strong citation record and presence in high-impact journals, serve as implicit acknowledgment of his contributions to AI, optimization, and applied decision-making sciences within both academic and practical domains.

🔬 Research Focus :

Prof. Hayashida’s research centers on decision-making, machine learning, optimization, and evolutionary computation. His work addresses complex real-world problems like multi-objective scheduling, group decision analysis, and dynamic system optimization. Through JSPS-funded projects, he has developed algorithms for adaptive agents, cooperative enterprises, and evolutionary scheduling. His recent collaborations include intelligent systems for ride-hailing and dynamic dispatching. He integrates mathematical modeling with practical applications, focusing on AI-driven solutions for industries such as energy systems and transportation. His interdisciplinary approach merges operations research, computer science, and systems engineering. With over 80 publications and national/international partnerships, his research advances both academic knowledge and technological innovation, particularly in adaptive, data-driven decision systems.

📊 Publication Top Notes:

📘 Integrated Optimization Method for Task Allocation and Hierarchical Reinforcement Learning in Cargo Transport Robots
🗓️ Year: 2025 | 📚 Journal: IEEJ Transactions on Electronics Information and Systems |

📄 Constrained-multiobjective Evolutionary Algorithm for Distribution System Reconfiguration under Severe Constraints
🗓️ Year: 2025 | 📚 Conference Paper |

🚚 Integrating Task Allocation and Hierarchical Reinforcement Learning for Optimized Cargo Transport Routing
🗓️ Year: 2025 | 📚 Conference Paper |

⚡ Distribution System Reconfiguration by an Evolutionary Algorithm using Constraint-Guided Dominance and Archive-Based Individual Preservation Strategy
🗓️ Year: 2024 | 📚 IEEJ Transactions on Power and Energy |

📊 Expectation and Fractile Models for Decentralised Distribution Systems under Demand Uncertainty and their Computational Methods
🗓️ Year: 2024 | 📚 International Journal of Operational Research |

🎓 WIP: Machine Learning Models for Predicting Student Performance in IoT-Enhanced Education
🗓️ Year: 2024/2025 | 📚 Conference Paper |

📈 WIP: Study on a Data-Driven Adaptive Learning Support System Design for Individualized Optimal Learning
🗓️ Year: 2024/2025 | 📚 Conference Paper |

Zhiying Mu| Neural Networks | Best Researcher Award

Published on by Engineering Scientist

Dr. Zhiying Mu| Neural Networks
|Best Researcher Award

Dr . Zhiying Mu  Northwestern Polytechnical University, China .

Zhiying Mu, a Ph.D. candidate in Cyberspace Security at Northwestern Polytechnical University, is a distinguished young scholar dedicated to AI safety and intelligent system security. With a rigorous academic foundation and cross-disciplinary insight from her mathematics background at the University of Connecticut and the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, she has contributed to multiple national-level research projects, including the “New Generation Artificial Intelligence” initiative. Her publications in top-tier journals like IEEE IoT Journal and Neural Processing Letters demonstrate high academic impact. She leads multiple research and data-driven modeling projects with outstanding results. Her innovative mindset, strong leadership, and publication record make her an exceptional candidate for the Best Researcher Award.



🌍 Professional Profile:


Scopus


🏆 Suitability for the Best Researcher Award


 




















Zhiying Mu, a Ph.D. candidate in Cyberspace Security at Northwestern Polytechnical University, is a distinguished young scholar dedicated to AI safety and intelligent system security. With a rigorous academic foundation and cross-disciplinary insight from her mathematics background at the University of Connecticut and the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, she has contributed to multiple national-level research projects, including the “New Generation Artificial Intelligence” initiative. Her publications in top-tier journals like IEEE IoT Journal and Neural Processing Letters demonstrate high academic impact. She leads multiple research and data-driven modeling projects with outstanding results. Her innovative mindset, strong leadership, and publication record make her an exceptional candidate for the Best Researcher Award.




















🎓 Education 


Zhiying Mu earned her Ph.D. in Cyberspace Security (2021–2025) from Northwestern Polytechnical University, under the supervision of Academician He Dequan. Her curriculum includes machine learning, optimization, complex networks, and academic ethics. She actively contributed to major national and industrial research projects related to AI safety and power systems. She previously earned a Master’s degree in Mathematics from the University of Connecticut (2017–2019), and a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln (2013–2017). Her academic performance has been consistently excellent, with a GPA of 3.8/4.0 during her Ph.D. Her multidisciplinary training bridges cybersecurity and data science, laying a robust foundation for her research excellence and interdisciplinary innovation.


🏢 Work Experience 


Zhiying Mu has led and participated in various high-impact research projects involving AI safety, network attack modeling, and climate risk forecasting. Notable projects include storm damage prediction using regression models, ACI index modeling via time-series analysis, and optimal strategy evaluation in Tic-Tac-Toe using generalized linear models. She has also organized institutional reading programs, promoting interdisciplinary knowledge sharing. Her responsibilities typically involve end-to-end project management: problem formulation, data collection and preprocessing, statistical modeling, visualization, and outcome documentation. She is proficient in R and Python and applies advanced analytics and machine learning techniques. Her blend of theoretical depth and practical implementation reflects a versatile and impactful research profile in both academic and applied contexts.


🏅 Awards and Honors 


Zhiying Mu has received significant recognition for her research and academic contributions. She was the top borrower of the year at her university library, reflecting her deep engagement with academic literature. She has been entrusted with leadership roles in national projects funded under China’s “New Generation Artificial Intelligence” program and major horizontal projects with the State Grid Corporation of China. Her peer-reviewed publications in top SCI-indexed journals such as IEEE IoT Journal, Neurocomputing, and Neural Processing Letters highlight her academic excellence. She has also served as a project lead in multiple interdisciplinary modeling initiatives. Her academic and extracurricular leadership underscores her status as an emerging thought leader in AI security and intelligent systems.


🔬 Research Focus 
































































Zhiying Mu’s research centers on artificial intelligence security, multi-task learning, risk modeling, and network attack analysis. She investigates adversarial learning techniques, identity-preserving dialogue generation, and neural machine translation enhancement using syntactic features. Her work integrates mathematical modeling, machine learning, and cybersecurity to address challenges in intelligent power systems, social network robustness, and data-driven decision-making. She has explored both black-box and white-box vulnerabilities in AI systems and proposed defense mechanisms with theoretical grounding. Her interdisciplinary focus also includes time-series forecasting for insurance risk and strategic modeling in game theory. She actively contributes to national AI safety platforms and is committed to advancing secure, interpretable, and reliable AI technologies for critical infrastructures.




























































































📊 Publication Top Notes:


Prompt-enhanced Neural Machine Translation with POS Tags


Authors:
Mu, Zhiying; Lin, Shengchuan; Guo, Sensen; Yu, Shanqing; Gao, Dehong


Journal:
Neurocomputing, 2025


Citations:
0 (as of now)

	


	

	






	
	

		


R Lakshman Naik |Computer Science and Engineering | Best Paper Award
			

				Published on  by Engineering Scientist			

		
	


	

		
Mr.R Lakshman Naik|Computer Science and Engineering| Best Paper Award




Research Scholar at Indian Institute of Information Technology Sonepat , Haryana, India












Mr. R. Lakshman Naik is a Research Scholar at the Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Sonepat, Haryana, India. His research focuses on advanced topics in computer science, artificial intelligence, data science, or related fields. As a dedicated scholar, he actively contributes to academic research, publications, and innovative technological developments. IIIT Sonepat, recognized as an Institute of National Importance, provides a dynamic environment for cutting-edge research and interdisciplinary collaboration.


































































Publication Profile
















































Scopus


Education :










Lakshman Naik Ramavathu holds a Master of Technology (M.Tech) degree in Digital Communication from Kakatiya University, Warangal (2014-16), and another M.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering from JNT University, Hyderabad (2009-11). He completed his Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Electronics and Communication Engineering from JNT University, Hyderabad (2001-05). His diverse educational background provides a strong foundation in computer science, digital communication, and information technology.


Experience :
























Currently, he serves as an Assistant Professor (C) in the Department of Information Technology at KU College of Engineering & Technology, Warangal, where he has been teaching since 2016. His teaching expertise includes Operating Systems, Computer Architecture and Organization, Data Communication and Networking, Machine Learning, Python Programming, and Mobile Cloud Computing.


Prior to his academic career, he worked as a Part-time Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science at Kakatiya University (2012-2016), where he taught subjects like System Software, Cloud Computing, Mobile Communication, and Open-Source Software.


Research Focus :
































Lakshman Naik Ramavathu’s research interests include Machine Learning, Cloud Computing, Data Mining, and Computer Networking. His work revolves around optimizing computational frameworks, developing intelligent predictive models, and improving networking protocols for enhanced system performance.


Skills:




Sun Certified System Administrator for Sun Solaris 9 (Part-I & II)Microsoft Certified Professional in Windows 2003 Enterprise Server Expertise in Cloud Computing, Machine Learning, Computer Networks, and Data Mining




Awards:
































Recognized for impactful research contributions in cloud computing and machine learning Multiple research papers published in high-impact international journals Significant contributions to academia and industry in system administration and computing


 


Publication :




    

  • 

    Comparison of Data Mining Versus Traditional Analysis in Textile Business”
    

      

    • Publication: IFRSA International Journal of Data Warehousing & Mining
      • 

    • ISSN (Online): 2249–2186
      • 

    • ISSN (Print): 2249–7161
      • 

    • Volume: 1, Issue 1
      • 

    

    • 

  • 

    “DFFS: Detecting Fraud in Finance Sector”
    

      

    • Authors: R. Lakshman Naik, Dr. Manjula Bairam
      • 

    • Publication: International Journal of Advanced Engineering Sciences and Technologies
      • 

    • ISSN: 2230-7818
      • 

    • Volume: 9, Issue 2
      • 

    

    • 

  • 

    “Study of Trends in Higher Education”
    

      

    • Publication: International Journal of Computer Trends and Technology
      • 

    • ISSN: 2231-2803
      • 

    • Volume: 1, Issue 1
      • 

    

    • 

  • 

    “Stock Prediction using Neural Network”
    

      

    • Publication: International Journal of Advanced Engineering Sciences and Technologies
      • 

    • ISSN: 2230-7818
      • 

    • Volume: 10, Issue 1
      • 

    

    • 

  • 

    “Session Data Protection Using Tree-Based Dependency”
    

      

    • Publication: International Journal of Advances in Engineering & Technology
      • 

    • ISSN: 2231-1963
      • 

    • Volume: 2, No. 1
      • 

    

    • 

  • 

    “Secure Authentication Scheme for Mobile Ad Hoc Networks”
    

      

    • Publication: International Journal of Mobile & Adhoc Network
      • 

    • ISSN (Online): 2231-6825
      • 

    • ISSN (Print): 2249-202X
      • 

    • Volume: 2, Issue 1
      • 

    

    • 

  • 

    “Secure Scheme of Data Protection in Cloud Computing”
    

      

    • Publication: International Journal of Computer Science and Technology
      • 

    • ISSN: 0976-8491
      • 

    • ISSN: 2229-4333
      • 

    • Volume: 3, No. 1
      • 

    

    • 

  • 

    “Cloud Computing: Research Issues and Implications”
    

      

    • Publication: International Journal of Cloud Computing and Services Science
      • 

    • ISSN: 2089-3337
      • 

    • Volume: 2, No. 2
      • 

    

    • 

  • 

    “Prediction of BSE Stock Data using MapReduce K-Mean Cluster Algorithm”
    

      

    • Publication: International Journal of Current Engineering and Technology, INPRESSCO
      • 

    • E-ISSN: 2277–4106
      • 

    • P-ISSN: 2347–5161
      • 

    • Volume: 5, No. 3
      • 

    

    • 

  • 

    “Current Apprises of Opinion Mining Methods”
    

      

    • Publication: International Journal of Engineering and Advanced Technology (IJEAT)
      • 

    • ISSN: 2249–8958
      • 

    • Volume: 9, Issue 2
      • 

    

    • 



 
















 Conclusion


































































































































Based on his research achievements, Lakshman Naik Ramavathu is well-suited for a Best Paper Award, provided the submission is among his most impactful and high-quality research works. Enhancing recent publications, collaborations, and practical implementations will further solidify his standing in the academic and research community.