Dr.Pouya Farshbaf Aghajani | Artificial Intelligence | Best Scholar Award

Dr.Pouya Farshbaf Aghajani | Artificial Intelligence | Best Scholar AwardĀ  šŸ†

Master of Science atĀ University of Tehran,Ā IranšŸŽ“

Pouya Farshbaf Aghajani is a Food Engineer specializing in food science, sustainable resource extraction, and innovative food safety technologies. He completed his Masterā€™s in Food Engineering from the University of Tehran with the highest GPA in his class and holds a Bachelorā€™s degree in Biosystem Engineering from the University of Tabriz. Pouya has contributed to numerous research publications in food technology and advanced ultrasound applications, emphasizing resource efficiency and quality improvement.

Professional ProfileĀ 

šŸŽ“ Education

  • Master of Science in Food Engineering (Food Science and Chemistry) ā€“ University of Tehran (2020ā€“2023)
    Ranked 1st, GPA: 3.54/4
    Thesis on ultrasound-assisted cultivation of Chlorella vulgaris for sustainable oil extraction.
  • Bachelor of Science in Biosystem Engineering (Food Engineering) ā€“ University of Tabriz (2016ā€“2020)
    Ranked 4th in GPA

šŸ¢ Work Experience

  • Scientific Research Association, University of Tehran ā€“ Teacher, offering training in international publications, software applications, and biomechanics.
  • ISI Journal Reviewer ā€“ Certified reviewer for journals like Food Chemistry, providing expert evaluations.
  • Assistant Editor-in-Chief ā€“ Frontiers in Food, Drug, and Natural Sciences, overseeing technical content.

šŸ§¬ Skills

  • Technical Skills: Proficient in SOLIDWORKS, SPSS, Python, MATLAB, and laboratory tools like GC, HPLC, SEM, and freeze dryers.
  • Soft Skills: Effective in teaching, team collaboration, time management, and problem-solving.

Awards and Honors šŸ†

  • Ranked 1st among masterā€™s students, University of Tehran (2021)
  • National graduate full scholarship, University of Tehran (2020)
  • Ranked in the top 10% among undergraduate students, University of Tabriz (2019)

šŸ“š Teaching Experience

Instructor at the University of Tehranā€™s Scientific Research Association, teaching scientific writing, biomechanics applications, and English (IELTS-focused).

šŸ”¬ Research Focus

Pouyaā€™s research centers on energy conservation, food safety, ultrasound technology, and artificial intelligence applications in food engineering. His work includes sustainable oil extraction, algae research, and quality assessment techniques aimed at improving food safety and processing efficiency.

ConclusionĀ 

Pouya Farshbaf Aghajani is a strong candidate for the Best Scholar Award due to his academic excellence, impactful research, and dedication to advancing sustainable food engineering. With a demonstrated ability to innovate and lead, coupled with a commitment to teaching and mentorship, Pouya exemplifies the qualities of an outstanding scholar. Addressing areas for further growth, such as gaining international experience and expanding funding acquisition skills, would further solidify his scholarly influence. Nonetheless, his current achievements and strengths make him an excellent candidate for this prestigious award

šŸ“š PublilcationĀ 

  • “The Improvement of Freezing Time and Functional Quality of Frozen Mushrooms by Application of Probe-Type Power Ultrasound”
    • Year: 2023
    • Journal: Ultrasonics Sonochemistry
  • “Dual-Stage Ultrasound in Deep Frying of Potato Chips; Effects on the Oil Absorption and the Quality of Fried Chips”
    • Year: 2024
    • Journal: Ultrasonics Sonochemistry
  • “Revolutionizing Mushroom Identification: Improving Efficiency with Ultrasound-Assisted Frozen Sample Analysis and Deep Learning Techniques”
    • Year: 2024
    • Journal: Journal of Agriculture and Food Research
  • “Innovative Modifications to Zarrouk Medium for Enhanced Cultivation of Spirulina (Arthrospira Platensis)”
    • Year: 2024
    • Journal: Available at SSRN

Masoumeh Alinia | Artificial Intelligence | Best Researcher Award

Ms Masoumeh Alinia |Artificial Intelligence | Best Researcher Award šŸ†

student at Alzahra university, Ā IranšŸŽ“

Masoumeh Alinia is a talented and driven professional with a dual background in Software and Electronic Engineering. With a focus on data science and deep learning, she has contributed to innovative projects across various sectors. Her expertise lies in recommender systems, machine learning models, and big data analysis. Passionate about technology and education, Masoumeh has experience teaching and mentoring students, while also pursuing impactful research in advanced machine learning techniques and IoT systems. Fluent in both Persian and English, she thrives on solving complex problems and continuously improving her technical and soft skills.Ā 

Professional ProfileĀ 

Education

Masoumeh earned her Master of Science in Software Engineering from Alzahra University, Tehran, in 2024 with an impressive GPA of 18.57/20. Her thesis focused on collaborative filtering recommender systems using deep learning, supervised by Dr. Hasheminejad. She also holds an M.Sc. in Electronic Engineering from Shahid Beheshti University, where her thesis explored nanoscale spintronic technology for three-valued memory. She completed her Bachelor’s in Electronic Engineering from Technical and Vocational University with a GPA of 18.87/20. Throughout her academic journey, she excelled in both practical and theoretical fields.

Work Experience

Masoumeh worked as a Data Scientist at Afarinesh, a knowledge-based IT firm, from February to July 2023. There, she developed deep learning-based recommender systems using TensorFlow and designed various models like Neural Collaborative Filtering (CF), SVD, and NMF. She also managed relational databases, processed large datasets, and conducted A/B tests for performance evaluation. Masoumeh played a key role in enhancing data-driven decision-making processes within the companyā€™s ecosystem of startups, contributing to projects like Sayeh platform and Boxel. Her experience spans technical model development and business-focused data analysis.

Skills & Competencies

Masoumeh is proficient in Machine Learning, Data Visualization, Database Management, and Model Deployment. She is skilled in programming languages such as Python, C#, C, VHDL, and Verilog, and works comfortably with frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, and Keras. Her key soft skills include Critical Thinking, Adaptability, and a strong Openness to Feedback. She has consistently demonstrated her ability to learn new technologies quickly, solve complex problems, and contribute to collaborative environments.

Awards & Honors

Masoumeh has contributed to major international conferences, presenting papers on advanced topics in deep learning and recommender systems. Her research, co-authored with Dr. Hasheminejad, was presented at the 13th International Conference on Computer and Knowledge Engineering, focusing on link prediction for recommendation systems. She also co-authored another paper on location-based deep collaborative filtering for IoT service quality prediction, which was presented at the 7th International IoT Conference. These recognitions highlight her innovative contributions to both academia and industry.

MembershipĀ & Affiliations

Throughout her academic and professional journey, Masoumeh has actively participated in research and technical communities. Her involvement in collaborative research groups led to valuable insights in areas such as deep learning, IoT, and complex dynamical networks. While no specific memberships are listed, her participation in international conferences and collaborations with academic advisors and peers indicates strong engagement with the scientific and technical community. Her work is grounded in research excellence and practical application.

Teaching Experience

Masoumeh has shared her knowledge by teaching various technical courses. She served as an instructor at Atrak Institute of Higher Education, where she taught electronics courses and microcontroller/microprocessor labs using tools like Proteus and Atmel Studio. She also worked as a teaching assistant for Electric Circuits and Logic Circuit courses under Dr. Ramin Rajaee at Shahid Beheshti University. Her passion for teaching has allowed her to guide and mentor students in understanding complex concepts, fostering a collaborative learning environment.

Research Focus

Masoumehā€™s research centers on recommender systems, deep learning, and IoT technologies. Her thesis explored collaborative filtering using deep learning techniques, aiming to enhance recommendation accuracy. She has also worked on link prediction for recommender systems, leveraging machine learning algorithms such as GCN-GNNs for better user experience. Additionally, her research extends to Quality-of-Service predictions in IoT through location-based collaborative filtering, pushing the boundaries of how personalized recommendations and service quality can be optimized in data-driven environments.

šŸ“–Publications :Ā 

  • Link Prediction for Recommendation based on Complex Representation of Items Similarities
    šŸ“… 2023 | šŸ“° 13th International Conference on Computer and Knowledge Engineering (ICCKE)
    šŸ‘©ā€šŸ’» Masoumeh Alinia
    šŸ”— DOI: 10.1109/ICCKE60553.2023.10326315
  • Location-Based Deep Collaborative Filtering for Quality of Service Prediction in IoT
    šŸ“… 2023 | šŸ“° 7th International Conference on Internet of Things and Applications (IoT)
    šŸ‘Øā€šŸ’» Author unspecified
    šŸ”— DOI: 10.1109/IoT60973.2023.10365357