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Pierre Boulanger | Medical AI | Innovative Research Award Published on 30/01/2026 by Invention Awards Prof. Dr. Pierre Boulanger | Medical AI | Innovative Research Award Emeritus Professor at University of Alberta, Canada Prof. Dr. Pierre Boulanger is Professor Emeritus at the University of Alberta with joint appointments in Computing Science and Radiology, bringing over 42 years of impact across academia, government research, and industry. His career includes 18 years at the National Research Council of Canada and 24 years at the university, where he directed the Advanced Human Computer Interface Laboratory and held the CISCO Chair in Healthcare Solutions. He currently serves as Scientific Director of the SERVIER Virtual Cardiac Centre and CTO of RoboSonica Inc., leading innovations in robotic-assisted echocardiography and telehealth systems. His research expertise spans quantum image processing, geometry-aware neural networks, medical AI, 3D computer vision, and virtual/augmented reality, with a strong focus on patient-specific medical imaging. Prof. Boulanger has authored over 425 scientific publications, holds 10 US patents, and has led major funded projects supported by CIHR, FRQNT, Heart and Stroke Foundation, Alberta Innovates, and CISCO. Since retiring in January 2025, he continues active research in quantum manifold-based processing and advanced medical AI, while contributing extensively as an editor, reviewer, and international collaborator. View Google Scholar Profile View Orcid Profile Featured Publications Mobile System for Indoor 3-D Mapping and Creating Virtual Environments – US Patent 6,009,359, 1999 | Cited by: 397 Coarse-Grained Molecular Simulation of Diffusion and Reaction Kinetics in a Crowded Virtual Cytoplasm – Biophysical Journal, 2008 | Cited by: 233 Method and System for Stereo Videoconferencing – US Patent 6,583,808, 2003 | Cited by: 233 Active Optical 3D Imaging for Heritage Applications – IEEE Computer Graphics and Applications, 2002 | Cited by: 185 A Survey of Heart Anomaly Detection Using Ambulatory Electrocardiogram (ECG) – Sensors, 2020 | Cited by: 164
Prof. Dr. Pierre Boulanger | Medical AI | Innovative Research Award Emeritus Professor at University of Alberta, Canada Prof. Dr. Pierre Boulanger is Professor Emeritus at the University of Alberta with joint appointments in Computing Science and Radiology, bringing over 42 years of impact across academia, government research, and industry. His career includes 18 years at the National Research Council of Canada and 24 years at the university, where he directed the Advanced Human Computer Interface Laboratory and held the CISCO Chair in Healthcare Solutions. He currently serves as Scientific Director of the SERVIER Virtual Cardiac Centre and CTO of RoboSonica Inc., leading innovations in robotic-assisted echocardiography and telehealth systems. His research expertise spans quantum image processing, geometry-aware neural networks, medical AI, 3D computer vision, and virtual/augmented reality, with a strong focus on patient-specific medical imaging. Prof. Boulanger has authored over 425 scientific publications, holds 10 US patents, and has led major funded projects supported by CIHR, FRQNT, Heart and Stroke Foundation, Alberta Innovates, and CISCO. Since retiring in January 2025, he continues active research in quantum manifold-based processing and advanced medical AI, while contributing extensively as an editor, reviewer, and international collaborator.
Prof. Dr. Pierre Boulanger | Medical AI | Innovative Research Award Emeritus Professor at University of Alberta, Canada Prof. Dr. Pierre Boulanger is Professor Emeritus at the University of Alberta with joint appointments in Computing Science and Radiology, bringing over 42 years of impact across academia, government research, and industry. His career includes 18 years at the National Research Council of Canada and 24 years at the university, where he directed the Advanced Human Computer Interface Laboratory and held the CISCO Chair in Healthcare Solutions. He currently serves as Scientific Director of the SERVIER Virtual Cardiac Centre and CTO of RoboSonica Inc., leading innovations in robotic-assisted echocardiography and telehealth systems. His research expertise spans quantum image processing, geometry-aware neural networks, medical AI, 3D computer vision, and virtual/augmented reality, with a strong focus on patient-specific medical imaging. Prof. Boulanger has authored over 425 scientific publications, holds 10 US patents, and has led major funded projects supported by CIHR, FRQNT, Heart and Stroke Foundation, Alberta Innovates, and CISCO. Since retiring in January 2025, he continues active research in quantum manifold-based processing and advanced medical AI, while contributing extensively as an editor, reviewer, and international collaborator.
Cristina Pruenza | Inteligencia Artificial in Sepsis Detection | Excellence in Innovation Award Published on 30/01/2026 by Invention Awards Mrs. Cristina Pruenza | Inteligencia Artificial in Sepsis Detection | Excellence in Innovation Award Technical Manager at Instituto de Ingeniería del Conocimiento(IIC), Spain Mrs. Cristina Pruenza is a Data Scientist and Technical Director at the Instituto de Ingeniería del Conocimiento since 2022, specializing in algorithms, artificial intelligence (neural networks, fuzzy logic, expert systems), databases, and data collection. Previously, she served at the same institution as Data Scientist and Project Manager (2019–2022) and as Data Scientist and Technical Leader (2014–2019), after beginning her professional career as a Data Scientist intern at ADIC (2013–2014). She holds an Executive MBA from IE Business School (2020) and two Master’s degrees from the Universidad Autónoma de Madrid in Computer Engineering and in Research and Innovation in ICT (both 2016). She also earned dual Bachelor’s degrees in Computer Engineering and Mathematics from the Universidad Autónoma de Madrid in 2014, reflecting a strong interdisciplinary academic background that supports her leadership in applied artificial intelligence and data-driven projects. Citation Metrics (Scopus) 20 16 12 8 4 0 Citations 18 Documents 3 h-index 2 Citations Documents h-index View Scopus Profile Featured Publications Application of a Machine Learning Model for Early Prediction of In-Hospital Cardiac Arrests: A Retrospective Observational Cohort Study – Clinical AI & Healthcare Analytics, 2025
Mrs. Cristina Pruenza | Inteligencia Artificial in Sepsis Detection | Excellence in Innovation Award Technical Manager at Instituto de Ingeniería del Conocimiento(IIC), Spain Mrs. Cristina Pruenza is a Data Scientist and Technical Director at the Instituto de Ingeniería del Conocimiento since 2022, specializing in algorithms, artificial intelligence (neural networks, fuzzy logic, expert systems), databases, and data collection. Previously, she served at the same institution as Data Scientist and Project Manager (2019–2022) and as Data Scientist and Technical Leader (2014–2019), after beginning her professional career as a Data Scientist intern at ADIC (2013–2014). She holds an Executive MBA from IE Business School (2020) and two Master’s degrees from the Universidad Autónoma de Madrid in Computer Engineering and in Research and Innovation in ICT (both 2016). She also earned dual Bachelor’s degrees in Computer Engineering and Mathematics from the Universidad Autónoma de Madrid in 2014, reflecting a strong interdisciplinary academic background that supports her leadership in applied artificial intelligence and data-driven projects.
Soonmin Ho | Materials Chemistry | Distinguished Scientist Award Published on 30/01/202630/01/2026 by Invention Awards Prof. Dr. Soonmin Ho | Materials Chemistry | Distinguished Scientist Award Professor at INTI International University, Malaysia Prof. Dr. Soonmin Ho is a distinguished Malaysian academic and researcher in Materials Chemistry, currently serving as Associate Professor at INTI International University since April 2010. He obtained his B.Sc. (Hons) in Chemistry, M.Sc. in Materials Chemistry, and Ph.D. in Materials Chemistry from Universiti Putra Malaysia between 1998 and 2010. His research focuses on thin film materials, solar cells, electrochemical energy storage, and nanostructured materials, leading multiple national research grants as Principal Investigator and contributing as Co-Investigator. He has extensive experience in the preparation and characterization of nickel and cobalt-based thin films using chemical bath deposition and SILAR methods, with significant work on photovoltaic and pseudocapacitor applications. Over the years, he has received numerous national and international awards, including the Young Scientist Award (2016), International Best Researcher in Green Chemistry (2019), World Top Scientists’ Awards (2023), and multiple Outstanding Researcher and Reviewer Awards through 2025. His consistent excellence in research, innovation, and peer review has earned him global recognition, including the SIR C.V. Raman Award 2025 and ERA Asian Research Excellence Award 2025 in Science. Citation Metrics (Scopus) 200 150 100 50 10 0 Citations 169 Documents 20 h-index 7 Citations Documents h-index View Scopus Profile View Orcid Profile View Google Scholar Profile Featured Publications Deciphering the Promoter Aspects of Potassium for Green Methanol Fuel Synthesis by Catalytic CO2 Conversion – Catalysts, 2026 Aldose Reductase Inhibition, Molecular Docking, and Density Functional Theory Studies of Dinaphthodiospyrol H from Diospyros kaki (Japanese Persimmon) – Journal of Pure and Applied Microbiology, 2025 Development of a New Surfactant: N-Hexadecyl-N, N-Dimethylammonium Acetate, and its Oil-in-Water Gel’s Longitudinal Stability – International Journal of Nanoscience, 2025 Comparison between Organic Solar Cells and Perovskite Photovoltaic Cells: Minireview – International Journal of Innovative Research and Scientific Studies, 2025 Hydrogen-Oxygen Fuel Cells: Principles, Materials and Applications: A Review – Asian Journal of Chemistry, 2025
Prof. Dr. Soonmin Ho | Materials Chemistry | Distinguished Scientist Award Professor at INTI International University, Malaysia Prof. Dr. Soonmin Ho is a distinguished Malaysian academic and researcher in Materials Chemistry, currently serving as Associate Professor at INTI International University since April 2010. He obtained his B.Sc. (Hons) in Chemistry, M.Sc. in Materials Chemistry, and Ph.D. in Materials Chemistry from Universiti Putra Malaysia between 1998 and 2010. His research focuses on thin film materials, solar cells, electrochemical energy storage, and nanostructured materials, leading multiple national research grants as Principal Investigator and contributing as Co-Investigator. He has extensive experience in the preparation and characterization of nickel and cobalt-based thin films using chemical bath deposition and SILAR methods, with significant work on photovoltaic and pseudocapacitor applications. Over the years, he has received numerous national and international awards, including the Young Scientist Award (2016), International Best Researcher in Green Chemistry (2019), World Top Scientists’ Awards (2023), and multiple Outstanding Researcher and Reviewer Awards through 2025. His consistent excellence in research, innovation, and peer review has earned him global recognition, including the SIR C.V. Raman Award 2025 and ERA Asian Research Excellence Award 2025 in Science.
Umme Habiba | Information Science and Library Management | Research Excellence Award Published on 30/01/2026 by Invention Awards Mrs. Umme Habiba | Information Science and Library Management | Research Excellence Award Noakhali Science and Technology University, Bangladesh Mrs. Umme Habiba has a strong academic foundation in Information Science and Library Management, earning her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from the University of Dhaka with First Class (2nd position), followed by an M.Phil degree and PhD Fellowship in the same discipline. She has over a decade of teaching experience at reputed universities in Bangladesh and is currently serving as an Associate Professor at the Institute of Information Sciences, Noakhali Science and Technology University. Her academic excellence is reflected through multiple scholarships from the Dhaka Board and her department at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. She has also held key administrative roles, including Acting Librarian, Assistant Proctor, and Student Advisor at Noakhali Science and Technology University. Her professional expertise includes hands-on experience with KOHA library automation software, MARC21 cataloguing standards, OPAC systems, and SPSS for statistical analysis. She remains actively engaged in academic development, library management, and student mentorship within higher education. Citation Metrics (Scopus) 75 60 45 30 15 0 Citations 75 Documents 15 h-index 4 Citations Documents h-index View Scopus Profile Featured Publications From Connections to Citations: Assessing the Influence of Academic Social Networking (ASN) Sites on Scholarly Impact in Bangladesh – Learned Publishing, 2026 Gamification and Game-Based Learning in Teacher Training and Education: Quantifying Through Bibliometric Paradigms – Journal of Education, 2025 From Awareness to Action: The Mediating Role of Plagiarism Avoidance Techniques in Upholding Academic Integrity – Asian Education and Development Studies, 2025 Beyond the Textbook: Enhancing Scholarly Literacy Through Specialized Courses in LIS Education – Journal of Librarianship and Information Science, 2025 From Query to Knowledge: Evaluating University Students’ Online Searching Proficiency and Its Connection to Critical Thinking – European Journal of Education, 2025
Mrs. Umme Habiba | Information Science and Library Management | Research Excellence Award Noakhali Science and Technology University, Bangladesh Mrs. Umme Habiba has a strong academic foundation in Information Science and Library Management, earning her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from the University of Dhaka with First Class (2nd position), followed by an M.Phil degree and PhD Fellowship in the same discipline. She has over a decade of teaching experience at reputed universities in Bangladesh and is currently serving as an Associate Professor at the Institute of Information Sciences, Noakhali Science and Technology University. Her academic excellence is reflected through multiple scholarships from the Dhaka Board and her department at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. She has also held key administrative roles, including Acting Librarian, Assistant Proctor, and Student Advisor at Noakhali Science and Technology University. Her professional expertise includes hands-on experience with KOHA library automation software, MARC21 cataloguing standards, OPAC systems, and SPSS for statistical analysis. She remains actively engaged in academic development, library management, and student mentorship within higher education.