Dr. Carlos Cortes | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Carlos Cortes | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Instituto de Investigaciones Agropecuarias | Chile

AUTHOR PROFILE

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🎓EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Carlos J. Cortés Ramos began his academic journey with a strong foundation in computational mechanics, completing a Master’s degree in the field at Universidad de La Serena. His interest in the intricate relationship between water, energy, and environmental systems led him to pursue a Doctoral (c) degree in Energy, Water, and the Environment, where he honed his expertise in sustainable aquaculture systems and the modeling of fluid, mass, and energy transport phenomena.

💼PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS 

Carlos has gained extensive hands-on experience in the design and evaluation of aquaculture centers, particularly focusing on water recirculation systems. He has applied advanced computational mechanics and mathematical modeling techniques to optimize water, mass, and energy management in aquaculture, aquaponics, and hydroponic systems. His work aims to bridge the gap between environmental sustainability and resource efficiency in the aquaculture industry, addressing critical challenges like effluent treatment and system optimization.

🔬CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS ON BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES

Carlos’s research primarily revolves around sustainable aquaculture, particularly in the areas of effluent treatment and water recirculation systems. By developing and applying advanced modeling techniques, he investigates the transport phenomena of water, mass, and energy in aquaculture systems, aiming to improve their sustainability and performance. His expertise in computational mechanics allows him to design efficient systems that minimize environmental impact while optimizing resource use.

His contributions extend to aquaponics and hydroponic production systems, which are integrated into his work on sustainable farming practices. He focuses on how these systems can contribute to better water management, energy conservation, and waste treatment, which are crucial for advancing sustainable food production.

🌍IMPACT AND INFLUENCE 

Carlos’s work in sustainable aquaculture and effluent treatment has the potential to impact global environmental conservation efforts. By designing aquaculture systems that are more energy-efficient and environmentally friendly, his research contributes to reducing the environmental footprint of the aquaculture industry. His influence extends to industry practices, where his work informs the development of best practices and technological innovations in water and waste management.

His participation as a Judging Panel Member for the Regional Congress of PAR Explora Antofagasta (2021, 2022, 2023) and ESI AMLAT 2018 (an international science and technology fair) reflects his commitment to advancing science and technology and fostering the next generation of researchers.

📚ACADEMIC CITATIONS 

Carlos J. Cortés Ramos’s research has contributed significantly to the academic community, particularly in areas related to computational mechanics, environmental sustainability, and aquaculture systems. His studies on water transport phenomena in aquaculture have been cited by other researchers, helping to guide the development of more efficient and sustainable systems.

🔮LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS 

Carlos’s ongoing doctoral research and his contributions to sustainable aquaculture position him to continue making significant impacts in the field. His focus on environmental sustainability, innovative modeling techniques, and resource efficiency lays the groundwork for future advancements in the aquaculture industry. As he continues to refine his research, Carlos is poised to influence policy and contribute to global efforts in achieving sustainable food production practices. His academic legacy will be defined by his innovations in water management, energy efficiency, and waste treatment systems in aquaculture.

✨Conclusion:

Carlos J. Cortés Ramos stands at the forefront of research in sustainable aquaculture, with a strong academic background in computational mechanics and environmental science. His work, which integrates advanced modeling techniques with practical solutions for water recirculation and effluent treatment, positions him as a key contributor to enhancing the sustainability and efficiency of aquaculture systems.

 

📊🔬NOTABLE PUBLICATION:

  1. Effect of hydraulic configuration on lettuce growth in hydroponic bed using Deep Water Culture technique (DWC)
    • Authors: Cortés, C.J., Moraga, N.O., Jana, C., Merino, G.E.
    • Journal: Computers and Electronics in Agriculture
    • Year: 2024

 

  1. Advective transport of solids from a marine fish-rearing tank using gravity-driven effluent pipelines with various flow regimes
    • Authors: Cortés, C., Barraza, J., Merino, G.E.
    • Journal: Aquacultural Engineering
    • Year: 2022

 

  1. Settling velocity and particle size bioengineering parameters gathered from solids generated by wild-caught premature punctuated snake-eels (Ophichthus remiger) reared in a marine prototype recirculating aquaculture system
    • Authors: Cortés, C., Merino, G.E.
    • Journal: Aquacultural Engineering
    • Year: 2020

Dr. Qilin An | Agricultural Robots | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Qilin An | Agricultural Robots | Best Researcher Award

Chinese Academy of Agricultural Mechanization Sciences | China

AUTHOR PROFILE

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🏫 EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Qilin An demonstrated an early passion for engineering and technology, pursuing a robust academic path in agricultural robotics. Their studies focused on integrating machine vision with robotics, laying the groundwork for innovative solutions to challenges in agriculture, particularly in crop monitoring and precision farming.

🛠️ PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

As a researcher at the State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Equipment Technology, Qilin An is instrumental in advancing agricultural automation. Their work emphasizes practical applications, bridging the gap between theoretical research and real-world implementation in agricultural systems.

🌾 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS ON AGRICULTURAL ROBOTS

Qilin An’s groundbreaking work in machine vision perception led to the development of StraTracker, a multi-object tracking (MOT) algorithm tailored for monitoring and counting strawberries through various growth phases. This innovation tackles the complexities of size variability, light interference, and shadow dynamics, setting new standards in agricultural robotics.

🌟 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

Qilin An’s research has significantly enhanced precision agriculture, providing a robust tool for farmers to optimize yield estimations and resource allocations. The StraTracker algorithm has achieved state-of-the-art performance, positioning Qilin as a thought leader in agricultural robotics.

📊 ACADEMIC CITATIONS

Qilin’s notable publication:
“StraTracker: A dynamic counting method for growing strawberries based on multi-target tracking” in Computers and Electronics in Agriculture (2024), is a highly cited work, reflecting the widespread recognition of their contributions to the field.

🧬 LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

With two patents and five peer-reviewed journal articles, Qilin An has laid a strong foundation for future innovation. Their ongoing collaborations with agronomists and AI specialists signal a commitment to advancing smart agriculture systems globally. Qilin aims to extend the applications of StraTracker to other crops, fostering sustainable and efficient farming practices.

🤝 PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

  • Member of the Chinese Society for Agricultural Machinery
  • Member of the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE)

✨Conclusion:

  • In conclusion, Qilin An 🌾🤖 exemplifies innovation and excellence in agricultural robotics, with their contributions significantly advancing precision farming technologies. Their development of StraTracker has set new benchmarks for multi-object tracking and dynamic counting in complex agricultural environments. With a solid foundation of research, patents, and collaborations, Qilin remains a driving force in bridging cutting-edge AI and machine vision technologies with practical agricultural applications, fostering smarter and more sustainable farming practices globally.

     

📊🔬NOTABLE PUBLICATION:

  1. Real-Time Monitoring Method of Strawberry Fruit Growth State Based on YOLO Improved Model
    • Authors: An, Q., Wang, K., Li, Z., Tang, X., Song, J.
    • Journal: IEEE Access
    • Year: 2022

 

  1. TDPPL-Net: A Lightweight Real-Time Tomato Detection and Picking Point Localization Model for Harvesting Robots
    • Authors: Song, C., Wang, K., Wang, C., An, Q., Song, J.
    • Journal: IEEE Access
    • Year: 2023

 

  1. Identification System of Tomato Leaf Diseases Based on Optimized MobileNetV2 
    • Authors: Xie, S., Bai, Y., An, Q., Tang, X., Xie, F.
    • Journal: INMATEH – Agricultural Engineering
    • Year: 2022

 

  1. StraTracker: A Dynamic Counting Method for Growing Strawberries Based on Multi-Target Tracking
    • Authors: An, Q., Cui, Y., Tong, W., Zhao, B., Wei, L.
    • Journal: Computers and Electronics in Agriculture
    • Year: 2024