Shonak Bansal | Photonics | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Shonak Bansal | Photonics | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at Chandigarh University, India

Dr. Shonak Bansal is an Associate Professor in the Electronics and Communication Engineering Department at Chandigarh University, Gharuan (Mohali), India. With extensive academic and research experience, his expertise lies in nanophotonics, photodetectors, graphene-based technologies, and solar cells. He has received multiple awards for his research contributions, peer-reviewing activities, and excellence in education.

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Educational Background 🎓

  • Ph.D. (2021) – Punjab Engineering College (Deemed to be University), Chandigarh
    • Thesis: Design and Simulation of Graphene-based Photodetectors
    • CGPA: 9.5
  • M.Tech. (2010) – Maharishi Markandeshwar Engineering College, Mullana
    • Thesis: Golomb Ruler Sequences Optimization: Soft Computing Approaches
    • CGPA: 9.22
  • B.Tech. (2006) – Haryana Engineering College, Jagadhri, Kurukshetra University
    • Percentage: 76.57% (First Division with Honours)
  • Senior Secondary (2002) – S.D. Senior Secondary School, Jagadhri (75.20%)
  • Matriculation (2000) – D.D. Aggarwal Senior Secondary School, Jagadhri (76.33%)

Professional Experience 💼

  • Chandigarh University, Gharuan (Mohali)
    • Associate Professor (March 2024 – Present)
    • Assistant Professor (October 2020 – March 2024)
  • Punjab Engineering College (Deemed to be University), Chandigarh
    • Assistant Professor (August 2018 – December 2019)
    • Guest Faculty (August 2017 – May 2018)
  • Institute of Science and Technology, Klawad
    • Head of Department (October 2013 – January 2015)
    • Assistant Professor (July 2008 – October 2013)
  • Ganpati Institute of Technology and Management, Bilaspur
    • Lecturer (July 2007 – June 2008)
  • Haryana Engineering College, Jagadhri
    • Lecturer (August 2006 – July 2007)

Research Interests 🔬

  • Nanophotonics
  • Graphene-based photodetectors
  • Mercury-cadmium telluride-based infrared photodetectors
  • ZnO nanowires
  • Solar cells
  • Nature-inspired optimization algorithms

Awards and Honors🏆✨

  • Judge at National Science Day 2025 (Chandigarh Group of Colleges, Mohali)
  • Best Researcher Award (2023) in Quantum Physics and Quantum Technologies
  • India Top Cited Award (2022) in Materials (Top 1% most-cited papers in IoP journals)
  • Outstanding Reviewer Awards (IoP Nanotechnology – 2020, 2022, 2024)
  • Elsevier Reviewer Recognitions (Multiple journals, 2016–2024)
  • IEEE Conference Reviewer (ICCCIS-2023, WPMC-2024, TEMSCON Asia-Pacific 2024)
  • NSS Program Officer Awards (2023–2025) for leadership in national integration and environmental sustainability
  • Coursera Faculty Excellence Award (2022)

Conclusion🌟

Dr. Shonak Bansal is an accomplished researcher and educator specializing in photodetectors, nanophotonics, and optimization algorithms. His career spans over 18 years, with experience in academic leadership, research, and peer reviewing. Recognized for his contributions to education and research, he continues to inspire students and researchers in the field of electronics and communication engineering.

Publications 📚

1️⃣ Design of an Integrated Model with Temporal Graph Attention and Transformer-Augmented RNNs for Enhanced Anomaly Detection

  • 🖋 Authors: S.B. Veesam, Sai Babu; A.R. Satish, Aravapalli Rama; S. Tupakula, Sreenivasulu; … S.K. Bansal, Shonak K.; M.R. Iqbal Faruque, Mohammad Rashed
  • 📚 Journal: Scientific Reports, 2025
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2️⃣ DSIA U-Net: Deep Shallow Interaction with Attention Mechanism U-Net for Remote Sensing Satellite Images

  • 🖋 Authors: N.S. Jonnala, Naga Surekha; R.C. Bheemana, Renuka Chowdary; K. Prakash, Krishna; … M.R. Iqbal Faruque, Mohammad Rashed; K.S. Al-Mugren, Khouloud Saad
  • 📚 Journal: Scientific Reports, 2025
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3️⃣ Optimizing Dielectric Rod Antenna Performance with Spoof Surface Plasmon Polariton-Based Feeding Method

  • 🖋 Authors: R. Chaparala, Rishitej; S. Imamvali, Shaik; S. Tupakula, Sreenivasulu; … K. Prakash, Krishna; A.F. Alkoradees, Ali Fayez
  • 📚 Journal: Sensors (Switzerland), 2024
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4️⃣ Design Analysis and Performance Enhancement of a 2-Element MIMO Skin-Implantable Antenna for IoT-Based Health Monitoring Devices

  • 🖋 Authors: A. Gupta, Anupma; M. Aljaidi, Mohammad; S.K. Bansal, Shonak K.; … S. Aljohani, Saad; M.K. Singla, Manish Kumar
  • 📚 Journal: PLoS ONE, 2024
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5️⃣ A Simulation Study of Optoelectronic Characteristics of Bilayer Graphene/ZnO Nanowires Heterojunction-Based Photodetector in UV Spectral Region

  • 🖋 Authors: S.K. Bansal, Shonak K.; A. Gupta, Anupma; M.K. Singla, Manish Kumar; … S. Rathee, Sarita; P.G. Kumar, Parveen G.
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6️⃣ Photo Detection Through Bilayer Graphene/ZnO/Si Dual Heterojunctions Covering the Spectrum from Ultraviolet to Near Infrared

  • 🖋 Authors: S.K. Bansal, Shonak K.; A. Gupta, Anupma; R. Kumar, Ramesh; … P. Saxena, Pranav; J. Sharma, Jyotsna
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Yuncai Feng | Optical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yuncai Feng | Optical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at Qingdao University of Technology, China

Dr. Yuncai Feng is an Associate Professor at Qingdao University of Technology, specializing in surface plasmon, metasurfaces, 2D materials, and perfect absorbers. He earned his Ph.D. from Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics in 2019 and has published over 20 papers in prestigious journals like Optics Express and Solar Energy. His research focuses on enhancing light-matter interactions for applications in optical sensing, energy harvesting, and photonic devices. With a strong background in nanophotonics and materials science, Dr. Feng’s innovative contributions are shaping next-generation optical technologies.

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Education 🎓

🎓 Dr. Yuncai Feng earned a Ph.D. in 2019 from Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, focusing on advanced topics in optical materials and nanophotonics.

Professional Experience💼

👨‍🏫 Dr. Feng is an associate professor at Qingdao University of Technology, where they continue to explore cutting-edge research in the fields of surface plasmon, metasurfaces, 2D materials, and perfect absorbers. Over the years, Dr. Feng has published more than 20 papers in top-tier journals like Optics Express, Solar Energy, and Optics Communications, contributing significantly to the advancement of optical technologies. With their interdisciplinary approach, Dr. Feng’s work spans across both fundamental research and practical applications in nanophotonics and materials science.

Research Interests 🔬

🔬 Dr. Feng’s research delves into nanostructures, light-matter interactions, and photonic devices. Their innovative designs have led to groundbreaking advancements in optical sensing, energy harvesting, and solar technologies. Notably, their work on atomically thin MoS2 integrated with gradient unit cell structures for antireflection (AR) in solar cells is paving the way for next-generation photovoltaic technologies. Their ongoing research continues to explore spin wave coupling and microwave interactions.

Publications Top Notes 📚

  1. Feng, Y., Huang, Z., Zhang, X., Qiu, T. Broadband and wide-angle antireflection in silicon solar cells using atomically thin MoS2 with a gradient unit cell structure. Solar Energy, 2024, 284, 113088.
  2. Huang, Z., Feng, Y. Tunable Plasmonic Filter Based on Improved Quasiperiodic Structure. Plasmonics, 2024, 19(3), 1649–1657.
  3. Feng, Y., Huang, Z., Zhang, X., Qiu, T. Tunable ultra-wideband graphene-based filter with a staggered structure. Optics Express, 2023, 31(26), 42785–42794. (Open Access)
  4. Feng, Y., Zhao, Y., Liu, Y., Qiu, T. Reconfigurable ultra-compact graphene-based plasmonic devices. Results in Physics, 2022, 34, 105331. (Open Access)
  5. Qiu, T., Ma, H., Xin, P., Feng, Y., Yu, Z. Image adder and subtractor based on light storage. European Physical Journal Plus, 2022, 137(1), 126.
  6. Meng, D., Liu, M., Liu, Y., Feng, Y., Qiu, T. Electromagnetically Induced Polarization Grating in a Quasi-M-Type Atomic System. International Journal of Theoretical Physics, 2021, 60(9), 3387–3395.
  7. Qiu, T., Li, H., Xie, M., Xin, P., Zhao, X. Efficient polarization beam splitter based on the optimized stationary light pulse. Quantum Information Processing, 2021, 20(3), 115.
  8. Feng, Y., Wu, Q.Y.S., Wang, B., Liu, Y., Teng, J. Design of narrowband perfect absorber for enhancing photoluminescence in atomically thin WSe2. Optics Communications, 2020, 454, 124443.
  9. Dong, D., Liu, Y., Fei, Y., Feng, Y., Fu, Y. Designing a nearly perfect infrared absorber in monolayer black phosphorus. Applied Optics, 2019, 58(14), 3862–3869.
  10. Feng, Y., Liu, Y., Teng, J. Design of an ultrasensitive SPR biosensor based on a graphene-MoS2 hybrid structure with a MgF2 prism. Applied Optics, 2018, 57(14), 3639–3644.

 

 

 

HAIDER Al Juboori | photonics | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. HAIDER Al Juboori | photonics | Best Researcher Award

PI of South East technological university, Ireland

Haider Al-Juboori is an experienced researcher, educator, and certified project manager with over 5 years of expertise in precision design, computer vision, optical systems, and project management. He holds dual Ph.D.s in Ultra-Fast Dynamics from University College Dublin and Optoelectronics Systems from Nahrain University. His post-doctoral work at leading institutions such as the German Center for Aeronautics and Space and DESY has focused on optical systems and adaptive optics. Currently a lecturer at the Institute of Technology Carlow, he has published widely, holds patents in ultra-fast optical systems, and is an active member of IEEE, OSA, and SPIE.

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🎓 Educational Background :

Haider Al-Juboori holds a Ph.D. in Ultra-Fast Dynamics from University College Dublin, Ireland (2019), a Ph.D. in Engineering with a specialization in Optoelectronics Systems from Nahrain University, Iraq (2005), and both a Master’s (2001) and Bachelor’s degree (1999) in Optoelectronics Systems from Nahrain University, where he graduated first in his class. Additionally, he completed post-doctoral research at the German Center for Aeronautics and Space (DLR) in 2013 and at the Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron (DESY) in 2010, both in Germany.

💼 Professional Experience :

Dr. Al-Juboori is currently a lecturer at the Institute of Technology Carlow, Ireland, in the Department of Aerospace and Electronic Engineering since December 2019. Prior to this, he served as a Research Scholar at University College Dublin from 2016 to 2019, and as a visiting scientist at RWTH Aachen University, Germany, in 2018. He held a full-time academic post at Philadelphia University, Jordan (2015–2016), and worked at Tikrit University, Iraq, from 2011 to 2015, where he also directed the Computer and Informatics Center and coordinated international scientific cooperation. His international experience extends to working at prestigious institutions like the German Center for Aeronautics and Space (DLR) and Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron (DESY), focusing on advanced optical and imaging systems. Earlier in his career, he was the technical manager for the Department of Advanced Technologies at Issam Bureau Group, Iraq, from 2004 to 2006, overseeing renewable energy technologies and laboratory equipment.

📚 Research Interests : 

Dr. Al-Juboori’s research interests span a wide range of fields, including:

  • Ultra-fast optical systems and photonics ⚡🔬
  • Adaptive optics and mitigation of atmospheric perturbations 🌍📡
  • Image processing and digital signal processing 📷💻
  • Renewable energy technologies 🌞♻
  • Precision design and robotics 🤖🎯

📝 Publication Top Notes :

  1. Al-Juboori, H. (2024). Macro-scale pattern recognition and coordinate identification in real-time spatio-temporal overlap for photonics engineering applications. IFAC-PapersOnLine, 58(3), 70-73.
  2. Al-Juboori, H., & Noonan, G. (2024). Essential competencies and educational skills for the emerging Quantum 2.0 industry: Challenges and prospectives. IFAC-PapersOnLine, 58(3), 84-87.
  3. Al-Juboori, H., & Noonan, G. (2024). Leveraging the power of digital immersive technologies to enhance engineering education and learning. IEEE Global Engineering Education Conference (EDUCON).
  4. Al-Juboori, H., & Noonan, G. (2024). Concepts of engineering education innovation and design thinking: Implementing the CDIO-approach themes. IEEE Global Engineering Education Conference (EDUCON).
  5. Al-Juboori, H.M., & McCormack, T. (2023). Geometrical analysis of the stagnation zone in laterally colliding plasmas: Effects of plasma plume separation and ablating target material. Plasma, 6(2), 198-211.
  6. Al-Juboori, H., Noonan, G., O’Brien, V., & Picovici, D. (2023). Instructional considerations for virtual reality in engineering training and education: Preliminary research results. In SEFI 2023 – 51st Annual Conference of the European Society for Engineering Education: Engineering Education for Sustainability, Proceedings (pp. 1577–1585).
  7. Al-Juboori, H.M. (2023). Develop the innovative and pioneering concepts for photonics and optics outreach program. Proceedings of SPIE – The International Society for Optical Engineering, 12723, 127230C.
  8. Al-Juboori, H.M., & McCormack, T. (2022). Digital nanosecond imaging architecture and analytical tracking technique of colliding laser-produced plasma. Optical and Quantum Electronics, 54(5), 321.
  9. Al-Juboori, H.M., & Danylyuk, S. (2022). Design concepts of a new imaging system for a high-intensity XUV source beam by colour centres excitation in lithium fluoride crystals. Journal of Physics: Conference Series, 2407(1), 012004.
  10. Al-Juboori, H.M., & McCormack, T. (2022). Expansion dynamic and characterization of stagnation layer in laterally colliding plasmas: Dependence of observation bandwidth and plasma plume separation. Journal of Physics: Conference Series, 2407(1), 012003.