Xiaoming Li | Systems Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Xiaoming Li, Systems Engineering, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Concordia University, Canada

Summary:

Dr. Xiaoming Li is an accomplished researcher and educator with extensive experience in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and optimization models for shared mobility and smart logistics. With a Ph.D. in Information and Systems Engineering from Concordia University, his work focuses on integrating data-driven approaches to optimize urban transportation systems and enhance sustainability. He has a strong background in software engineering and has contributed significantly to both academic research and industry projects. Dr. Li has received several awards, including the IEEE Outstanding Leadership Award and the Mitacs Accelerate Program Award. As a dedicated educator, he has taught and mentored students across various institutions, shaping the next generation of computer scientists.

Professional Profile:

šŸ‘©ā€šŸŽ“Education:

Ph.D. in Information and Systems Engineering

  • Concordia University, MontrĆ©al, QC, Canada
  • Cumulative GPA: 4.0 / 4.3

M.Sc. in Computer Software and Theory

  • Northeastern University, China
  • Cumulative GPA: top 16.7%

B.Sc. in Computer Science and Technology

  • Shenyang Aerospace University, China

Professional Experience:

Dr. Xiaoming Li currently serves as a Research Associate at Concordia University, MontrƩal, where he supervises interdisciplinary research in artificial intelligence and operations research for shared mobility-on-demand applications. His role involves designing deep learning models for time-series demand forecasts, developing data-driven stochastic optimization models for renewable energy mobility management, and creating an integrated optimization framework for sustainable crowd-shipping services. Previously, Dr. Li held a Research Assistant position at Concordia, working on data analysis and machine learning model development for various projects, including forecasting commodity rates and predicting hotel booking cancellations.

Dr. Li’s industrial experience includes internships at Ericsson’s Global Artificial Intelligence Accelerator, where he developed an energy-saving framework for 5G base stations, and Medialpha, where he optimized nurse routing and medical resource allocation using meta-heuristic algorithms. Additionally, he has substantial experience as a Software Engineer at Shenyang Aerospace University, leading projects and managing teams.

In academia, Dr. Li has served as an Adjunct Faculty at Vanier College, teaching database theory and application development, and as a Full-Time Lecturer at Shenyang Aerospace University, instructing on a variety of computer science courses and supervising numerous student projects.

Research Interest:

  • Machine Learning
  • Operations Research
  • Data Science
  • Data-Driven Optimization
  • Agent-Based Simulation Modeling
  • Shared Mobility
  • Smart Logistics
  • Sustainable Intelligent Transportation Systems

Publications Top Noted:Ā 

GREEN: A Global Energy Efficiency Maximization Strategy for Multi-UAV Enabled Communication Systems

  • N. Lin, Y. Fan, L. Zhao, X. Li, M. Guizani
  • IEEE Transactions on Mobile Computing, 14, 2022.

BM-DDPG: An Integrated Dispatching Framework for Ride-Hailing Systems

  • J. Gao, X. Li, C. Wang, X. Huang
  • IEEE Transactions on Intelligent Transportation Systems, 23(8), 11666-11676, 2021.

Driver Guidance and Rebalancing in Ride-Hailing Systems Through Mixture Density Networks and Stochastic Programming

  • X. Li, J. Gao, C. Wang, X. Huang, Y. Nie
  • 2021 IEEE International Smart Cities Conference (ISC2), 1-7, 2021.

Learning-Based Open Driver Guidance and Rebalancing for Reducing Ridersā€™ Wait Time in Ride-Hailing Platforms

  • J. Gao, X. Li, C. Wang, X. Huang
  • 2020 IEEE International Smart Cities Conference (ISC2), 1-7, 2020.

Ride-Sharing Matching Under Travel Time Uncertainty Through Data-Driven Robust Optimization

  • X. Li, J. Gao, C. Wang, X. Huang, Y. Nie
  • IEEE Access, 10, 116931-116941, 2022.

Abdullah All Mamun | Mechanical Engineering | Young Scientist Award

Mr. Abdullah All Mamun, Mechanical Engineering, Young Scientist Award

Abdullah All Mamun at Anik University of Huddersfield, United Kingdom

Summary:

Abdullah All Mamun Anik is an aspiring mechanical engineer and researcher currently pursuing a Ph.D. at the University of Huddersfield, UK. With a solid background in industrial and production engineering, he has been involved in innovative projects that integrate IoT and robotics to advance industrial automation. Anik has gained significant experience through various research fellowships and leadership programs at prestigious institutions such as MIT and Harvard Business School. His research interests lie in the development of digital twins and intelligent robotic systems for Industry 4.0 applications.

Professional Profile:

šŸ‘©ā€šŸŽ“Education:

Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering (Accepted, Awarded with 100% Scholarship)

  • University of Huddersfield, Queensgate, United Kingdom (April 2024 ā€“ Present)
  • Ph.D. Research: Digital Twin of Robotic Manufacturing System for Industry 4.0
  • Supervisors: Dr. Xianzhi Zhang, Prof. Dr. Andrew Longstaff, Dr. Simon Fletcher

Master of Science (M.Sc.), Computer Engineering (English)

  • ƜskĆ¼dar University, Istanbul, Turkey (Fall Semester 2023-2024)

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Industrial & Production Engineering

  • Bangladesh University of Professionals (BUP), Dhaka, Bangladesh (January 2018 ā€“ July 2022)
  • CGPA: 2.95/4.00
  • Dissertation: IoT Based Mechanized Industrial Automation Robot
  • Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Gafur

Professional Experience:

Abdullah All Mamun Anik is currently a Ph.D. candidate at the University of Huddersfield, where he is researching the development of a digital twin for robotic manufacturing systems as part of Industry 4.0 initiatives. Prior to this, he was selected as an Aspire Leadership Program Scholar at Harvard Business School and Aspire Institute from October 2023 to April 2024. This fully funded leadership program enabled him to enhance his skills in diversity, inclusion, leadership, and critical thinking. In 2022, Anik served as a Junior Research Fellow at the Bangladesh Space Research and Remote Sensing Organization (SPARRSO) under the Ministry of Defense, conducting research on a solar-based intelligent MARā€™s Curiosity Rover Robot. Additionally, he gained practical experience in industrial manufacturing and research as an Industrial Trainee at Sena Edible Oil Industry (SEOI) and the Bangladesh Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (BCSIR) in March 2021. His dedication to innovation and leadership was further demonstrated when he was selected for the MIT Innovation Leadership Bootcamp from October to December 2022, focusing on cutting-edge technology and leadership in the field.

Research Interest:

Abdullah’s research interests are primarily focused on the intersection of mechanical engineering, IoT, and robotics. His current Ph.D. research involves creating digital twins for robotic manufacturing systems to enhance operational efficiency and adaptability in Industry 4.0 environments. He is also interested in developing intelligent robotic systems for various industrial applications, including automation, supply chain management, and precision engineering.

Publications Top Noted:Ā 

“An Overview of Supply Chain Management Improvement Factors in Textile Industry Regarding Industry 4.0 in Bangladesh”

  • SA Abdullah All Mamun Anik, Mamunur Rashid Mashuk (2022)
  • DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.2.20424.39688

“IoT Based Mechanized Industrial Automation Robot”

  • AAM Anik, S Adhikary, MI Habib, A Gafur (2022)
  • Military Institute of Science & Technology

“Glass and Refractory Brick Powder Reinforced Unsaturated Polyester Resin Poly-concrete: Fabrication and Properties”

  • SA Abdullah All Mamun Anik, Md. Istiak Habib, Md A Gafur (2022)
  • 4th International Conference on Physics for Sustainable Development

“Supply Chain Management of FMCG Companies in Bangladesh”

  • AAM Anik, H Hasan, MIH Evan, FM Showmik (2021)
  • Global PTAK Prize Global Case Competition, 60% Scholarship

“Industrial Intelligence and Environment Monitoring Robot-IIEMR”

  • AAMA Md. Moshiur Rahman, Md. Mehedi Hasan, Habibur Rahman, Sheikh Md. Shahariar (2020)