Ahmad Kamandi | Optimization | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Ahmad Kamandi | Optimization | Best Researcher Award

Ahmad Kamandi is an accomplished researcher in applied mathematics, specializing in optimization algorithms and numerical analysis. He is currently affiliated with the Department of Mathematics at the University of Science and Technology of Mazandaran, Iran. His work focuses on developing novel algorithms for solving nonlinear equations, variational inequalities, and optimization problems. With numerous publications in high-impact journals, Kamandi has significantly contributed to computational mathematics and machine learning applications. His research interests include trust-region methods, projection-based algorithms, and support vector machines. Over the years, he has collaborated with leading researchers to advance mathematical optimization techniques. Kamandi’s expertise extends to signal processing, image retrieval, and deep learning applications. His academic excellence is reflected in his outstanding rankings and awards during his undergraduate and graduate studies. He actively contributes to mathematical research and continues to push the boundaries of computational problem-solving. 📚🔢

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Education 🎓

Ahmad Kamandi holds a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics from Razi University, Kermanshah, Iran (2011-2015), where he developed modified trust-region methods for optimization under the supervision of Prof. Keyvan Amini. He earned his M.Sc. in Applied Mathematics from Sharif University of Technology, Tehran (2008-2011), focusing on Lagrangian methods for degenerate nonlinear programming, guided by Prof. Nezam Mahadadi Amiri. His academic journey began at Razi University, where he completed a B.Sc. in Applied Mathematics (2004-2008). His exceptional academic performance placed him at the top of his class in both undergraduate and Ph.D. programs. His expertise spans optimization algorithms, variational inequalities, and numerical methods, forming the foundation for his extensive research contributions. Kamandi’s education has equipped him with the skills necessary to develop innovative solutions for complex mathematical and computational problems. 📖

Research Interests 🔬

Ahmad Kamandi’s research centers on optimization algorithms, numerical methods, and computational mathematics. His expertise includes trust-region methods, inertial projection-based algorithms, and variational inequalities, with applications in signal processing, image retrieval, and machine learning. His work extends to support vector machines, hyper-parameter tuning, and monotone equation solving, impacting fields like AI and engineering. His notable contributions include developing novel inertial proximal algorithms and hybrid conjugate gradient methods. His recent studies focus on binary classification, hierarchical variational inequalities, and the intersection of optimization and deep learning. With numerous publications in leading journals, Kamandi continuously refines mathematical models for real-world applications. His research has practical implications in data science, financial modeling, and computational engineering, bridging the gap between theoretical mathematics and applied problem-solving. His contributions drive innovation in solving large-scale mathematical problems efficiently. 📊

Awards & Recognitions 🏅

Ahmad Kamandi has received multiple academic accolades, highlighting his excellence in mathematics. In 2012, he secured First Place in the Ph.D. Program at Razi University with an outstanding GPA of 19.26/20. In 2010, he was ranked Second in the M.Sc. Program at Sharif University of Technology with a GPA of 18.92/20. His academic brilliance was evident early on when he ranked 73rd out of 10,763 candidates in Iran’s Nationwide Master’s Examination (2008). Additionally, he achieved First Place in the B.Sc. Program at Razi University with a GPA of 16.85/20. These awards underscore his dedication to mathematical research and his ability to excel in rigorous academic environments. His outstanding performance has positioned him as a leading expert in applied mathematics, contributing to the advancement of optimization and computational methods. 🏅🎖️

Publications 📚

  • A novel projection-based method for monotone equations with Aitken Δ2 acceleration and its application to sparse signal restoration

    Applied Numerical Mathematics
    2025-07 | Journal article
    CONTRIBUTORS: Ahmad Kamandi
  • Relaxed-inertial derivative-free algorithm for systems of nonlinear pseudo-monotone equations

    Computational and Applied Mathematics
    2024-06 | Journal article
    CONTRIBUTORS: Abdulkarim Hassan Ibrahim; Sanja Rapajić; Ahmad Kamandi; Poom Kumam; Zoltan Papp
  • A NOVEL ALGORITHM FOR APPROXIMATING COMMON SOLUTION OF A SYSTEM OF MONOTONE INCLUSION PROBLEMS AND COMMON FIXED POINT PROBLEM

    Journal of Industrial and Management Optimization
    2023 | Journal article

    EID:

    2-s2.0-85140006988

    Part of ISSN: 1553166X 15475816
    CONTRIBUTORS: Eslamian, M.; Kamandi, A.

Vikas Palekar | Machine Leaning | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Vikas Palekar | Machine Leaning | Best Researcher Award

 

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Education

He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering at Vellore Institute of Technology, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, since December 2018. His research focuses on developing an Adaptive Optimized Residual Convolutional Image Annotation Model with a Bionic Feature Selection Strategy. He holds a Master of Engineering (M.E.) in Information Technology from Prof. Ram Meghe College of Engineering Technology and Research, Badnera (SGBAU Amravati), which he completed in December 2012 with an impressive 88.00%, securing the first merit position in the university for the summer 2012 examination. Prior to that, he earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Computer Science and Engineering from Shri Guru Gobind Singhji Institute of Engineering Technology and Research, Nanded (SRTMNU, Nanded), in June 2007, achieving a commendable 74.40%.

Work experience

He is currently working as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Engineering at Bajaj Institute of Technology, Wardha, since July 31, 2023. In addition to his teaching responsibilities, he serves as the Academic Coordinator of the department and has worked as a Senior Supervisor for the DBATY Winter-23 Exam at Government College of Engineering, Yavatmal.

Previously, he worked as an Assistant Professor (UGC Approved, RTMNU, Nagpur) in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Datta Meghe Institute of Engineering, Technology & Research, Wardha, from June 14, 2011, to June 30, 2023. During this tenure, he held the position of Head of the Department from April 21, 2016, to June 30, 2023. He taught various subjects, including Distributed Operating Systems, TCP/IP, System Programming, Data Warehousing and Mining, Artificial Intelligence, and Computer Architecture and Organization. Additionally, he contributed to university examinations as the Chief Supervisor in the Winter-2015 Examination and a committee member for the Summer-2013, Summer-2015, and Summer-2018 Examinations. He also played a key role in institutional development as a member of the Admission Committee, NBA & NAAC core committees at the department level, and as the convener of the National Level Technical Symposium “POCKET 16” organized by the CSE Department on March 16, 2016.

Earlier in his career, he served as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Engineering at Bapurao Deshmukh College of Engineering, Wardha, from November 26, 2008, to April 30, 2011. He taught subjects such as Unix and Shell Programming, Object-Oriented Programming, and Operating Systems while also serving as a Department Exam Committee Member.

Achievement

He was the first university topper (merit) in M.Tech (Information Technology) and received the Best Paper Award at the 2021 International Conference on Computational Performance Evaluation (ComPE), organized by the Department of Biomedical Engineering, North Eastern Hill University (NEHU), Shillong, Meghalaya, India, from December 1st to 3rd, 2023. He has actively participated in various conferences, including presenting the paper “Label Dependency Classifier using Multi-Feature Graph Convolution Networks for Automatic Image Annotation” at ComPE 2021 in Shillong, India. He also presented his research on “Visual-Based Page Segmentation for Deep Web Data Extraction” at the International Conference on Soft Computing for Problem Solving (SocProS 2011) held from December 20-22, 2011. Additionally, he contributed to the Computer Science & Engineering Department at Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat, by presenting “A Critical Analysis of Learning Approaches for Image Annotation Based on Semantic Correlation” from December 13-15, 2022. His work on “A Survey on Assisting Document Annotation” was featured at the 19th International Conference on Hybrid Intelligent Systems (HIS) at VIT Bhopal University, India, from December 10-12, 2022. Furthermore, he co-authored a study titled “Review on Improving Lifetime of Network Using Energy and Density Control Cluster Algorithm,” which was presented at the 2018 IEEE International Students’ Conference on Electrical, Electronics, and Computer Science (SCEECS) in Bhopal, India.

 

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Mahmoud Alimoradi | Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Mahmoud Alimoradi | Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award

Lahijan Azad ,Iran

He understands the growing need for Machine Learning and has a keen interest in the field, which he considers a blessing. Recognizing the importance of managing large and complex computations to control various aspects of the human environment has led him into this vast world. He is particularly fascinated by machine learning, especially reinforcement learning, supervised learning, semi-supervised learning, outliers, and basic data challenges. Furthermore, optimization, an area of artificial intelligence that requires fundamental studies and a change in approach, is another of his key research interests.

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Education

He holds a Master’s degree in Artificial Intelligence Engineering from the University of Shafagh, completed in 2020. His thesis was titled “Trees Social Relations Optimization Algorithm: A New Swarm-Based Metaheuristic Technique to Solve Continuous and Discrete Optimization Problems.” He also earned a Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering from Azad Lahijan University, which he attended from 2007 to 2011.

Research Interests

Theory: Reinforcement Learning (high-dimensional problems, regularized algorithms, model
learning,
representation learning and deep RL, learning from demonstration, inverse optimal control, deep
Reinforcement Learning); Machine Learning (statistical learning theory, nonparametric
algorithms, time series. processes, manifold learning, online learning); Large-scale Optimization;
Evolutionary Computation, Metaheuristic Algorithm, Deep Learning, Healthcare Machine
learning, Big Data, Data Problems (Imbalanced), Signal Analysis
Applications: Automated control, space affairs, robotic control, medicine and health, asymmetric
data, data science, scheduling, proposing systems, self-enhancing systems

Work Experience

He is a freelance programmer with expertise in various operating systems, including Microsoft Windows and Linux (Arch, Ubuntu, Fedora). He is proficient in software tools such as Microsoft Office, Anaconda, Jupyter, PyCharm, Visual Studio, Tableau, RapidMiner, MATLAB, and Visual Studio. His programming skills include Matlab, Python, C++, Scala, Java, and Julia, with a focus on data mining, data science, computer vision, and machine learning. He is experienced with Python libraries like Pandas, Numpy, Matplotlib, Seaborn, PyCV, TensorFlow, Time Series Analysis, Spark, Hadoop, and Cassandra. Additionally, he is skilled in using Github, Docker, and MySQL. His expertise spans machine learning, deep learning, imbalanced data, missing data, semi-supervised learning, healthcare machine learning, algorithm design, and metaheuristic algorithms. He is fluent in English and Persian.

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