Vaishnavee Rathod | Analysis | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Vaishnavee Rathod | Analysis | Best Researcher Award

Research Scholar, Department of Computer Science Engineering SVNIT SURAT INDIA India

Vaishnavee Vijay Rathod is a Ph.D. candidate at SVNIT Surat, focusing on remote sensing and deep learning. She has earned her B.E., M.Tech., and is currently pursuing her Ph.D., with a specialized focus on satellite imaging, machine learning, and image processing. Vaishnavee has published multiple papers in renowned journals and conferences, contributing significantly to the fields of medical image analysis, remote sensing, and AI-based systems. She has also received recognition for her work, including the Best Paper Award at an international conference in 2020. Her innovative research on vehicle detection using computer vision and AI has gained attention in smart city development.

 

Publication Profile

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🎓 Education

Vaishnavee completed her B.E. in Electronics and Telecommunication in 2018 from Thakur College of Engineering and her M.Tech. in Electronics and Digital Image Processing from GHRIET Nagpur in 2020. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Satellite Imaging and Deep Learning at SVNIT Surat, specializing in deep learning-driven satellite image classification. Throughout her academic journey, she has achieved distinction and published several research papers in prominent conferences and journals.

💼 Experience

Vaishnavee has significant experience as a research scholar in deep learning and image processing. Her Ph.D. research includes the development of models for satellite image analysis and AI-based vehicle detection systems using UAV data. She has contributed to over 10 publications, including SCI-indexed journals and prestigious conferences. Additionally, Vaishnavee has been a recipient of several project funding awards, including SSIP 2.0 funding for her “RoadMitra” AI-based system project, showcasing her expertise in smart city technologies.

🏆 Awards & Honors

Vaishnavee has been recognized for her research contributions, including the “Best Paper Award” at the International Conference on Engineering Systems Design and Optimization in 2020. She has received various honors, including funding under SSIP 2.0 for her smart city project “RoadMitra,” aimed at detecting road issues using UAVs. Additionally, she has won awards for her research excellence and has received numerous accolades for her participation in international conferences and workshops.

🔬 Research Focus

Vaishnavee’s research focuses on the intersection of satellite imaging, remote sensing, and deep learning. She works on developing deep learning models for efficient satellite image classification and vehicle detection systems using UAV technology. Her work also extends to image enhancement, biomedical image processing, and AI applications in smart city infrastructure. Vaishnavee’s research contributes to the development of innovative solutions for urban challenges, including road crack detection, traffic analysis, and the enhancement of healthcare technologies using AI.

Publication Top Notes

  • Title: Deep learning-driven UAV vision for automated road crack detection and classification
    • Authors: Rathod, V.V., Rana, D.P., Mehta, R.G.
    • Journal: Nondestructive Testing and Evaluation (2024)
    • Citations: 0
    • Status: Article in Press

 

  • Title: Road Crack Detection and Classification Using UAV and Deep Transfer Learning Optimization
    • Authors: Rathod, V., Rana, D., Mehta, R.
    • Journal: Journal of the Indian Society of Remote Sensing (2024)
    • Citations: 0
    • Status: Article in Press

 

  • Title: A computer vision approach to vehicle detection, classification, and tracking from UAV data for Indian traffic analysis
    • Authors: Rathod, V.V., Rana, D.P., Mehta, R.G., Nath, V.
    • Journal: IETE Journal of Research (2024)
    • Citations: 0
    • Status: Article in Press

 

  • Title: An Extensive Review of Deep Learning Driven Remote Sensing Image Classification Models
    • Authors: Rathod, V.V., Rana, D.P., Mehta, R.G.
    • Conference: Proceedings of the 2022 3rd International Conference on Intelligent Computing, Instrumentation and Control Technologies (ICICICT 2022)
    • Citations: 4

 

Cristina DINU | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. Cristina DINU | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Mrs at National Research and Development Institute for Industrial Ecology ECOIND,  Romania

Dr. Cristina Dinu is a Senior Scientific Researcher at the National Research and Development Institute for Industrial Ecology (ECOIND) in Bucharest, Romania, with expertise in environmental protection and analytical chemistry. She holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering (2019) from the Polytechnic University of Bucharest, with a focus on soil, vegetation, and water characterization. Dr. Dinu specializes in pollution control, metal detection in environmental samples, and developing analytical methods, particularly using ICP-EOS and AAS. With over 16 years of experience, she has contributed to national and international environmental projects and published multiple scientific articles.

Publication profile

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Education 🎓

Cristina Dinu earned her Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the University Politehnica of Bucharest in December 2019, defending her thesis titled “Identificarea unor caracteristici ale solurilor, vegetației si apelor prin metode fizico-chimice.” She completed a Master’s degree in Therapeutic Chemistry from the University of Bucharest (2001-2003) and a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, specializing in Organic Chemistry, from the same institution (1997-2001). Her academic background is strongly rooted in applied physical chemistry and electrochemistry, providing a solid foundation for her extensive research career in environmental chemistry.

Experience 💼

Cristina has worked at ECOIND since 2008, advancing from Analytical Chemist to Senior Scientific Researcher (Grade II). Her work primarily involves validating analytical methods for detecting metals in environmental samples through techniques such as UV-VIS, AAS, and ICP-OES. She has contributed to research projects focused on bioaccumulation studies, pollution control, and the validation of new methods for detecting hazardous substances. In her current role, she leads research on the physical-chemical characterization of water, soil, and waste, and participates in collaborative national and international environmental protection initiatives.

Awards and Honors 🏆

Cristina’s scientific contributions have earned her recognition, including a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering for her work on identifying soil, vegetation, and water characteristics through physical-chemical methods. She has consistently contributed to national and international environmental projects and has been acknowledged for her work in analytical chemistry. Her expertise in validating analytical methods and pollution control techniques has made her a key figure in several prominent environmental protection initiatives, although specific awards and honors are not listed in her CV.

Research Focus 🔬

Cristina Dinu’s research focuses on environmental pollution control, particularly in monitoring and analyzing metal contaminants in water, soil, and waste. She has conducted extensive bioaccumulation studies involving the translocation of toxic metals from polluted soils into aromatic and medicinal plants. Cristina has also validated new analytical methods, such as FIAS-ICP-EOS, for the detection of hazardous substances. Her work supports environmental protection efforts by ensuring compliance with national and international regulations and improving the physical-chemical characterization of environmental pollutants.

Publication

  1. Exploring adsorption dynamics of heavy metals onto varied commercial microplastic substrates: Isothermal models and kinetics analysis
    Tenea, A.-G., Dinu, C., Rus, P.A., Pascu, L.F., Chiriac, F.L.
    Heliyon
    2024

 

  1. Fate of pharmaceutical residue in two Romanian rivers receiving treated water: Occurrence, distribution and risk assessment
    Chiriac, F.L., Paun, I., Iancu, V.-I., Niculescu, M., Petre, V.A.
    Science of the Total Environment
    2024

 

  1. Occurrence and distribution of azole antifungal agents in eight urban Romanian waste water treatment plants
    Iancu, V.-I., Chiriac, L.-F., Paun, I., Pascu, L.F., Niculescu, M.
    Science of the Total Environment
    2024

 

  1. Removal Efficiency and Adsorption Kinetics of Methyl Orange from Wastewater by Commercial Activated Carbon
    Serban, G.V., Iancu, V.I., Dinu, C., Ionescu, I., Chiriac, F.L.
    Sustainability (Switzerland)
    2023

 

  1. Electrochemical System for Field Control of Hg2+ Concentration in Wastewater Samples
    Tenea, A.-G., Dinu, C., Buica, G.-O., Vasile, G.-G.
    Sensors
    2023

 

  1. Bioavailability, accumulation and distribution of toxic metals (As, Cd, Ni and Pb) and their impact on Sinapis alba plant nutrient metabolism
    Vasile, G.-G., Tenea, A.-G., Dinu, C., Mureseanu, M., Pascu, L.F.
    International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
    2021

 

  1. Toxic metals (As, Cd, Ni, Pb) impact in the most common medicinal plant (Mentha piperita)
    Dinu, C., Gheorghe, S., Tenea, A.G., Serban, E.A., Pascu, L.F.
    International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
    2021

 

  1. Behavior of Cd accumulation in Sinapis alba L. in the presence of essential elements (Ca, Mg, Fe, Zn, Mn, Cu, Ni)
    Tenea, A.G., Vasile, G.G., Dinu, C., Mureseanu, M., Ene, C.
    Revista de Chimie
    2020

Conclusion

Cristina Dinu’s significant scientific contributions, technical proficiency, and ongoing dedication to environmental research make her a well-deserving candidate for a Best Researcher Award. She continuously contributes to the field, addressing critical issues in environmental pollution control and sustainability.