Farshad Nobakhtkolour | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Farshad Nobakhtkolour | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Researcher at K.N.Toosi University of Technology, Iran

Farshad Nobakht-Kolur 🎓 is a passionate civil engineer specializing in marine structures and offshore renewable energy 🌊⚡. He earned his M.Sc. in Coasts, Ports, and Marine Structures from K. N. Toosi University of Technology and his B.Sc. in Civil Engineering from Shahrood University 🏫. Farshad’s research focuses on floating structures, marine hydrodynamics, and aquaculture engineering 🚢🌱. He has published multiple journal papers and served as a peer reviewer 📚🖋️. A top-ranked student throughout his academic journey 🏆, he continues to contribute actively to the marine engineering community through research, reviews, and professional memberships 🤝.

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🔵 Education and Experience 

  • 🎓 M.Sc. in Coasts, Ports, and Marine Structures – K. N. Toosi University of Technology (2016-2019)

  • 🎓 B.Sc. in Civil Engineering – Shahrood University of Technology (2009-2013)

  • 🏫 Diploma in Mathematics and Physics – Bagher-al-Olum High School (2005-2009)

  • 👨‍🏫 Teaching Assistant – Shahrood University of Technology (Statics & Steel Structures Courses)

  • 🧪 Researcher – Published papers in top marine and fluid mechanics journals

  • 📑 Conference Presenter – Marine Industries Conference and academic workshops

🔵 Professional Development 

Farshad Nobakht-Kolur has actively contributed to professional growth through memberships and peer reviewing 🛠️📖. He is a member of the Iranian Coastal and Marine Structural Engineering Association (ICOMSEA) 🌐, and The American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) 🧪🔍. Farshad has reviewed articles for prestigious journals like Ocean Engineering and Journal of Modern Green Energy ✍️📘. His commitment to continuous learning and sharing knowledge is evident through his workshop presentations, paper publications, and involvement with academic and industrial bodies 🌟. Farshad’s work bridges the gap between theoretical research and real-world marine engineering solutions 🌊🔗.

🔵 Research Focus Category 

Farshad Nobakht-Kolur’s research focus lies in marine and offshore engineering 🌊🔧. His primary interests include floating wind turbines, floating solar islands, offshore renewable energy structures, and aquaculture engineering 🌱⚡. He specializes in fluid-structure interaction, experimental modeling, and numerical simulation 🧪💻. Farshad’s work emphasizes sustainable marine structures like floating seaweed farms and hybrid platforms that support renewable energy production and food security 🌿🔋. Through advanced physical modeling and hydrodynamic analysis, he contributes innovative solutions to the growing demands of the offshore and marine industry 🚢🌍.

🔵 Awards and Honors 

  • 🥇 First rank – Best Graduate M.Sc. Students in Marine Engineering, Iranian Marine Industries Organization, 2022

  • 🥈 Second rank – Top MSc Students in Marine Structure Engineering, 2019

  • 🧠 Top 1% – MSc Entrance Exam of Universities, 2016

  • 🎓 Top 10% – B.Sc. Students in Civil Engineering, 2013

  • 🧠 Top 1% – University Entrance Exam, 2009

  • 🎖️ Top 10 – High School Graduates, 2009

Publication Top Notes

  1. Effects of soft marine fouling on wave-induced forces in floating aquaculture cages: Physical model testing under regular waves

    • Journal: Ocean Engineering

    • Date: October 2021

    • DOI: 10.1016/j.oceaneng.2021.109759

    • Focus: How soft biofouling (like algae and soft marine growth) changes the forces exerted on aquaculture cages when regular waves hit them, using physical model tests.

  2. Hydrodynamic forces in marine-fouled floating aquaculture cages: Physical modelling under irregular waves

    • Journal: Journal of Fluids and Structures

    • Date: August 2021

    • DOI: 10.1016/j.jfluidstructs.2021.103331

    • Focus: Similar to above but testing under irregular waves (more realistic sea conditions), focusing on how fouling affects hydrodynamic forces.

  3. Wave attenuation/build-up around and inside marine fouled floating aquaculture cages under regular wave regimes

    • Journal: Journal of Ocean Engineering and Marine Energy

    • Date: February 24, 2021

    • DOI: 10.1007/s40722-021-00186-y

    • Focus: Investigating wave energy behavior—whether it’s dampened (attenuated) or amplified (build-up)—around/inside fouled cages during regular waves.

  4. Experimental Modelling of Biofouling Effects on the Regular and Irregular Waves Load in Aquaculture Cages

    • Institution: K. N. Toosi University of Technology

    • Type: Dissertation/Thesis

    • Year: 2019

    • DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.2.28208.48644

    • Focus: The early foundational work by Farshad Nobakht-Kolur, focusing on both regular and irregular waves and their loading effects on biofouled cages, likely forming the base for the later journal papers.

Conclusion

Farshad Nobakht-Kolur demonstrates all the qualities of a promising and impactful researcher: scientific excellence, originality, practical application of research, international publication record, and community engagement.
In my opinion, he is a highly suitable and strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award — particularly within the fields of marine structures, offshore engineering, and renewable energy systems.

Ehsan Adibnia | Engineering | Best Academic Researcher Award

Dr. Ehsan Adibnia | Engineering | Best Academic Researcher Award

Dr. Ehsan Adibnia at University of Sistan and Baluchestan, Iran

Dr. Ehsan Adibnia 🎓 is a dedicated academic researcher in electrical engineering ⚡, specializing in cutting-edge fields such as artificial intelligence 🤖, machine learning 📊, deep learning 🧠, nanophotonics 💡, optics 🔬, and plasmonics ✨. He is proficient in Python 🐍, MATLAB 🧮, and Visual Basic, and utilizes simulation tools like Lumerical 📈, COMSOL 🧪, and RSoft 🔧 to drive innovative research. Fluent in English 🇬🇧 and Persian 🇮🇷, Dr. Adibnia contributes to academic conferences and peer-reviewed journals 📚. He is currently pursuing his Ph.D. and actively engaged in interdisciplinary scientific exploration 🌐.

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🔹 Education & Experience 

🎓 Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering – University of Sistan and Baluchestan, Zahedan, Iran (Expected 2025)
🎓 B.S. in Electrical Engineering – University of Sistan and Baluchestan, Zahedan, Iran (2014)
🧑‍💼 Executive Committee Member – 27th Iranian Conference on Optics and Photonics & 13th Conference on Photonic Engineering and Technology
🖋️ Assistant Editor – International Journal (Name not specified)
🔍 Researcher – Actively engaged in interdisciplinary AI & photonics research projects

🔹 Professional Development 

Dr. Ehsan Adibnia continually enhances his professional growth through active participation in conferences 🧑‍🏫, committee leadership 🗂️, and editorial work 📑. He develops algorithms and conducts simulations using advanced tools such as Lumerical 🔬, COMSOL 🧪, and RSoft 💻. His expertise in AI and photonics drives innovative research and collaboration 🌍. He also hones his programming skills in MATLAB 🧮, Python 🐍, and VBA 🧠, ensuring precision in modeling and data analysis. His hands-on knowledge in PLC systems 🤖 and industrial automation makes him versatile across both academic and applied research settings 🏭.

🔹 Research Focus 

Dr. Adibnia’s research focuses on the fusion of artificial intelligence 🤖 and photonics 💡. His work explores machine learning 📊, deep learning 🧠, nanophotonics 🔬, plasmonics ✨, optical switching 🔁, and slow light 🐢 technologies. He is particularly interested in leveraging these technologies in biosensors 🧫, metamaterials 🔷, and quantum optics ⚛️. Through simulation and algorithm development, he aims to optimize performance in optoelectronic and photonic systems 🔍. His interdisciplinary research bridges electrical engineering with physics and AI, creating advanced systems for diagnostics, sensing, and smart environments 🌐.

🔹 Awards & Honors 

🏅 Executive Committee Role – 27th Iranian Conference on Optics and Photonics
🏅 Executive Committee Role – 13th Iranian Conference on Photonic Engineering and Technology
📜 Assistant Editor – International scientific journal (name not specified)
🧠 Scopus-indexed Researcher – Scopus ID: 58485414000

Publication Top Notes

🔹 High-performance and compact photonic crystal channel drop filter using P-shaped ring resonator

  • Journal: Results in Optics

  • Date: Dec 2025

  • DOI: 10.1016/j.rio.2025.100817

  • Summary: Proposes a novel P-shaped ring resonator design for channel drop filters in photonic crystal structures. Focuses on achieving high performance in terms of compactness and spectral selectivity for integrated optical circuits.

🔹 Optimizing Few-Mode Erbium-Doped Fiber Amplifiers for high-capacity optical networks using a multi-objective optimization algorithm

  • Journal: Optical Fiber Technology

  • Date: Sep 2025

  • DOI: 10.1016/j.yofte.2025.104186

  • Summary: Introduces a multi-objective optimization approach for designing few-mode EDFAs, targeting performance improvements in next-gen high-capacity optical networks.

🔹 Inverse design of octagonal plasmonic structure for switching using deep learning

  • Journal: Results in Physics

  • Date: Apr 2025

  • DOI: 10.1016/j.rinp.2025.108197

  • Summary: Utilizes deep learning for the inverse design of an octagonal plasmonic structure used in optical switching, demonstrating enhanced precision and compact design capability.

🔹 Chirped apodized fiber Bragg gratings inverse design via deep learning

  • Journal: Optics & Laser Technology

  • Date: 2025

  • DOI: 10.1016/J.OPTLASTEC.2024.111766

  • WOS UID: WOS:001311493000001

  • Summary: Applies deep learning to the inverse design of chirped apodized fiber Bragg gratings, optimizing the spectral characteristics for filtering and sensing applications.

🔹 Inverse Design of FBG-Based Optical Filters Using Deep Learning: A Hybrid CNN-MLP Approach

  • Journal: Journal of Lightwave Technology

  • Date: 2025

  • DOI: 10.1109/JLT.2025.3534275

  • Summary: Proposes a hybrid CNN-MLP architecture to design fiber Bragg grating (FBG) optical filters, improving accuracy and speed in the inverse design process using deep learning techniques.

Conclusion

Dr. Adibnia is still in the process of completing his Ph.D., his broad technical expertise, multidisciplinary research focus, early academic leadership roles, and active participation in both national and international platforms make him a highly promising candidate for the Best Academic Researcher Award in the early-career researcher or emerging researcher category.

Ali Darvish Falehi | Engineering | Excellence in Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ali Darvish Falehi | Engineering | Excellence in Researcher Award

Dr. Darvish Falehi at Islamic Azad University, Iran

Ali Darvish Falehi is a distinguished academic and professional in the field of Electrical Power Engineering. With a Ph.D. and Post-Ph.D. from Shahid Beheshti University, he ranks among the world’s top 2% scientists as listed by Stanford University in 2020. He is currently an Assistant Professor at Iran Islamic Azad University, a technical expert at Iran North Drilling Company, and the Chairman of the R&D Board at HICOBI Company. He has delivered keynote speeches at several international conferences and holds numerous patents. His contributions extend to supervising over 50 theses and reviewing for prestigious journals. 🌟🔬📚

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Education and Experience:

  • Post-Ph.D. & Ph.D. in Electrical Power Engineering, Shahid Beheshti University (First Class Honors) 🎓

  • Ranked among the world’s top 2% scientists by Stanford University in 2020 🌍

  • Chairman of R&D Board at HICOBI Company 🏢

  • Assistant Professor at Iran Islamic Azad University 👨‍🏫

  • Technical Expert at Iran North Drilling Company ⚙️

  • Main Speaker at national and international conferences 🎤

  • Reviewer for prestigious journals (IEEE, Elsevier, Springer) 📖

  • Supervisor & Adviser for 50+ M.Sc. and Ph.D. theses 📝

  • TOEFL-PBT score: 630 (Writing Score: 6) 🏆

  • Patents and medals at invention festivals in Iran, South Korea, and Romania 🏅

Professional Development: 

Ali Darvish Falehi has continuously developed his professional expertise by participating in global conferences and providing thought leadership as a main speaker and reviewer for high-impact journals such as IEEE and Elsevier. His dedication to research has led him to supervise over 50 graduate and doctoral theses, contributing to the academic growth of the next generation of engineers. He is also deeply involved in the industrial sector, where he serves as a technical expert for Iran North Drilling Company and leads the R&D board at HICOBI Company, driving innovation and technology forward. His work bridges academia and industry, enhancing both fields. 🔧🌐📊

Research Focus:

Ali Darvish Falehi’s research is centered around Electrical Power Engineering, with particular attention to energy systems, power distribution, and renewable energy solutions. His work aims to optimize power engineering technologies, focusing on improving energy efficiency and sustainability. He is known for his contributions to the development of advanced electrical systems and has been actively involved in creating patented innovations. His expertise in power engineering is complemented by his role as a technical expert, where he advises on industrial applications of electrical power systems. His research seeks to solve complex energy challenges, aligning with global sustainability goals. ⚡🌱🔋

Awards and Honors:

  • Ranked among the world’s top 2% scientists by Stanford University (2020) 🌍

  • Chairman of the R&D Board at HICOBI Company 🏢

  • Main Speaker at several international conferences 🎤

  • Reviewer for leading ISI journals like IEEE, Elsevier, Springer 📚

  • Supervisor & Adviser for 50+ M.Sc. and Ph.D. theses 📝

  • TOEFL-PBT Score: 630 🏆

  • Patents and medals from invention festivals in Iran, South Korea, and Romania 🏅

Publication Top Notes

  1. “An innovative optimal RPO-FOSMC based on multi-objective grasshopper optimization algorithm for DFIG-based wind turbine to augment MPPT and FRT capabilities” (2020)

    • Authors: A.D. Falehi

    • Journal: Chaos, Solitons & Fractals

    • Summary: This paper proposes an innovative control strategy using a multi-objective Grasshopper Optimization Algorithm (GOA) to enhance the MPPT and Fault Ride Through (FRT) capabilities of DFIG-based wind turbines. The use of Fractional-Order Sliding Mode Control (FOSMC) is central to this work.

  2. “Promoted supercapacitor control scheme based on robust fractional-order super-twisting sliding mode control for dynamic voltage restorer to enhance FRT and PQ capabilities of DFIG-based wind turbines” (2021)

    • Authors: A.D. Falehi, H. Torkaman

    • Journal: Journal of Energy Storage

    • Summary: This paper focuses on enhancing the FRT and Power Quality (PQ) capabilities of DFIG-based wind turbines. The authors propose a robust fractional-order control scheme for supercapacitors integrated with a Dynamic Voltage Restorer (DVR).

  3. “LVRT/HVRT capability enhancement of DFIG wind turbine using optimal design and control of novel PIλDμ-AMLI based DVR” (2018)

    • Authors: A.D. Falehi, M. Rafiee

    • Journal: Sustainable Energy, Grids and Networks

    • Summary: This work aims to enhance the Low Voltage Ride Through (LVRT) and High Voltage Ride Through (HVRT) capabilities of DFIG wind turbines by optimizing the design and control of a novel DVR based on a PIλDμ-AMLI (Proportional-Integral-Derivative) controller.

  4. “Enhancement of DFIG-wind turbine’s LVRT capability using novel DVR based odd-nary cascaded asymmetric multi-level inverter” (2017)

    • Authors: A.D. Falehi, M. Rafiee

    • Journal: Engineering Science and Technology, an International Journal

    • Summary: This paper explores improving the LVRT capability of DFIG wind turbines by integrating a novel Dynamic Voltage Restorer (DVR) system with an odd-nary cascaded asymmetric multi-level inverter.

  5. “Neoteric HANFISC–SSSC based on MOPSO technique aimed at oscillation suppression of interconnected multi-source power systems” (2016)

    • Authors: A.D. Falehi, A. Mosallanejad

    • Journal: IET Generation, Transmission & Distribution

    • Summary: This paper addresses the oscillation suppression in interconnected multi-source power systems using a Hybrid Active Networked Flexible Integrated Supply Chain (HANFISC)-Static Synchronous Series Compensator (SSSC) controlled by the Multi-Objective Particle Swarm Optimization (MOPSO) technique.

Conclusion:

Ali Darvish Falehi is undoubtedly a deserving candidate for the Excellence in Researcher Award. His combination of academic excellence, significant contributions to electrical power engineering, leadership in both academia and industry, and his global recognition positions him as a standout figure in his field. His ability to balance research with innovation, along with his dedication to mentoring future researchers, makes him an exemplary choice for this prestigious award.

Guanqun Li | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Guanqun Li | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Associate Researcher at Shengli oilfield, SINOPEC, China

Guanqun Li (李冠群), born in May 1994 in Shandong, China 🇨🇳, is an Associate Researcher at Shengli Oilfield Company, SINOPEC 🛢️. He earned his PhD in Oil and Gas Field Development Engineering from China University of Petroleum (East China) 🎓. His work focuses on the microscopic characterization of shale reservoirs and fluid dynamics in oil and gas systems 🔬💧. With numerous publications in top journals like Fuel and Physics of Fluids 📚, he brings innovation to shale oil recovery technologies. Passionate about fractal modeling and fluid imbibition research, Guanqun Li is contributing significantly to modern energy development ⚙️🌍.

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🔹 Education and Experience 

  • 🎓 Sep. 2016 – June 2019: Master’s in Oil and Gas Field Development Engineering, Yangtze University

  • 📚 Sep. 2019 – June 2023: PhD in Oil and Gas Field Development Engineering, China University of Petroleum (East China)

  • 🏢 July 2023 – Present: Associate Researcher, Shengli Oilfield Company, SINOPEC

🔹 Professional Development 

Dr. Guanqun Li 📘 has shown consistent professional growth, moving from academic research to applied industry innovation. His academic journey through Yangtze University and the China University of Petroleum provided a solid foundation in oilfield development ⚒️. At SINOPEC, he applies his expertise in reservoir simulation, fracturing mechanics, and fluid flow modeling 🔬. He actively contributes to peer-reviewed journals and international conferences 🌍. Guanqun continuously develops novel analytical and fractal models for imbibition in shale formations 🌀. His cross-disciplinary collaboration and technical excellence are hallmarks of his evolving career in the energy sector 🚀.

🔹 Research Focus Category 

Guanqun Li’s research centers on unconventional oil and gas recovery, specifically shale oil reservoir characterization and fluid imbibition mechanisms 🛢️💧. His work explores microscale fluid motion, fractal modeling, and productivity analysis in hydraulically fractured formations 🔍📈. He is especially interested in the spontaneous and forced imbibition processes in complex porous media under various boundary conditions 🧪. His models help optimize horizontal well performance and support enhanced oil recovery (EOR) strategies 🧠⚙️. With a clear focus on improving efficiency in volume fracturing and fluid migration mechanisms, his research is highly impactful in modern petroleum engineering 🚧.

🔹 Awards and Honors 

  • 🏅 Interpore Conference Presentation (2020) – Recognized for outstanding research on production enhancement in fractured wells

  • 📖 Multiple First-Author Publications – Published in top journals like Fuel, Physics of Fluids, and Energy & Fuels

  • 🧠 Acknowledged for Innovative Fractal Modeling – In spontaneous/forced imbibition in shale formations

  • 🥇 Highly Cited Review Paper – On EOR techniques in shale oil (Geofluids, 2021)

Publication Top Notes

  • Title: Quantifying lithofacies-dependent imbibition behavior in continental shale oil by fractal modeling: A case study of the gentle slope fault zone, Jiyang DepressionAuthors: Li Guanqun, Peng Yanxia, Yang Yong, Cao Xiaopeng, Su YuliangJournal: Fuel

    Year: 2025

Conclusion

Dr. Guanqun Li stands out as an emerging leader in petroleum reservoir engineering with clear scientific originality, engineering relevance, and a solid record of first-author publications in high-impact journals. His work has contributed meaningfully to advancing the understanding of shale oil imbibition mechanisms and their application in field operations.

T Pramod | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Mr. T Pramod | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Research Scholar at Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education, India

T. Pramod is a dedicated mechanical engineering professional with significant experience in research and development. He holds a Master’s degree in Engineering by Research from Visvesvaraya Technological University, specializing in mechanical systems. Pramod has worked with leading organizations like ISRO, TERI, CPRI, and CMTI, focusing on cutting-edge research in thermal spray coatings, polymer nano composites, and mechanical characterization. His passion for innovation and technical excellence is reflected in his contributions to scientific publications and technical committees. His experience spans metrology, optics inspection, and the development of fire retardant nano composites. 🌟🔬📚

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Education and Experience:

Education:

  • M.Sc. Engineering by Research (Mechanical), Visvesvaraya Technological University & Central Power Research Institute, Bangalore – 62.83% (2018) 🎓
  • B.E. (Mechanical), Visvesvaraya Technological University, M.V.J College of Engineering, Bangalore – 64.17% (2011) 🎓
  • PUC (PCMB), Pre University Board, Sree Cauvery College, Bangalore – 54.33% (2007) 🎓
  • SSLC (Science), Central Board, Kendriya Vidyalaya D.R.D.O Township, Bangalore – 58.60% (2005) 🎓

Experience:

  • Technical Assistant, Laboratory for Electro Optics Systems (LEOS-ISRO), Bangalore (Sept 2023 – Feb 2024) 🛠️
  • Research Consultant, The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI-SRC), Bangalore (Jan 2018 – Nov 2022) 🔬
  • Research Fellow, Central Power Research Institute (CPRI), Bangalore (May 2013 – July 2016) 🔬
  • Graduate Engineer, Central Manufacturing Technology Institute (CMTI), Bangalore (Sept 2011 – May 2013) ⚙️

Professional Development:

Pramod has been actively involved in advancing his technical skills and knowledge. He has participated in numerous professional forums, including being a technical committee member at national conferences such as the Additive Manufacturing in Aerospace and Defense and Residual Stress Seminar. He serves as a review board member in Medicon Engineering Themes and as an associate editor for PriMera Scientific Publications. His contributions to various research areas are evident in the manuscripts he reviews, such as investigations into erosion damage and the conductivity of polymer composite electrolytes. 📚🌐💡

Research Focus:

Pramod’s research primarily revolves around advanced materials and manufacturing processes, with a focus on thermal spray coatings, polymer nano composites, and erosion behavior in mechanical systems. He has worked on developing fire retardant materials, particularly for medium voltage cable sheathing applications. Additionally, his research includes cavitation effects on hydro turbine steels and coatings, showcasing his expertise in experimental and numerical methods for analyzing material behavior under harsh conditions. His work aims to innovate and enhance material properties for industrial applications. 🔬⚙️💡

Awards and Honors:

  • Review Board Member, Medicon Engineering Themes (ISSN2834-7218) 📜
  • Associate Editor, PriMera Scientific Publications 📜
  • United Group Research Award, for outstanding research (2019) 🏆
  • Gold Medal, for securing 1st class in B.Sc. (Hons.) Physics 🥇

Publication Top Notes

  • Title: Mechanical and flame retardant characteristics of PC/ABS composites: effect of loading co-microencapsulated flame retardant additive along with silane treated nanoclay and functionalized MWCNT as fillers
    Authors: T. Pramod
    Journal: Advanced Composite Materials
    Year: 2025
    DOI: 10.1080/09243046.2025.2475600
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Lakshakoti Bochu | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Lakshakoti Bochu | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Educational Details:

Mr. Lakshakoti Bochu is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) at the National Institute of Technology, Warangal, since 2022. He holds an M.Tech in VLSI and Embedded Systems from Kakatiya Institute of Technology & Sciences, where he graduated with 62.70% in 2014. Lakshakoti completed his B.Tech in ECE at SR Engineering College, achieving 66.24% in 2012. His foundational education includes an Intermediate degree in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry from A.P.S.W.R.S/Jr. College, Jakaram, with a notable score of 86.8% in 2008, and an SSC from A.P.S.W.R.S School, Jakaram, where he scored 83.3% in 2006. His strong academic background underpins his research pursuits in engineering.

Technical Skills 

Mr. Lakshakoti Bochu possesses a strong technical skill set that complements his academic and research endeavors. He is proficient in programming with the C language and is experienced with a variety of tools, including Arduino IDE, Xilinx 9.2i, Vivado, and COMSOL, as well as design and simulation platforms like TinkerCAD, Multisim, and Microwind. His expertise extends to data analysis and networking tools such as MATLAB, NS2, and Wireshark. Additionally, he is skilled in using software packages like Mendeley and Origin, and is familiar with both Linux and Windows operating systems, including computer hardware setups. With a typing speed of 32 words per minute, Lakshakoti efficiently manages technical documentation and communication in his work.

Work Experience

Mr. Lakshakoti Bochu is currently a Junior Research Fellow at the National Institute of Technology, Warangal, where he has been conducting research since August 2022. His work focuses on energy harvesting and storage, flexible electronics, and biomedical sensors, including the development of innovative flexible and wearable triboelectric nanogenerators. Prior to this position, he served as an Assistant Professor at Balaji Institute of Technology and Science, Warangal, from September 2021 to August 2022. He also held a similar role at Talla Padmavathi College of Engineering, Kazipet, from March 2016 to September 2021. During his tenure in academia, Lakshakoti managed various subjects and labs, teaching courses such as VLSI Design, Digital Signal Processing (DSP), and Digital Image Processing (DIP), while also coordinating departmental activities and student engagement. His extensive teaching and research experience reflects his dedication to advancing knowledge in engineering and technology.

Top Notable Publications

Lakshakoti, B. (2024). Innovative triboelectric nanogenerator (TENG) design utilizing a stress ball. Engineering Research Express, 6(1). https://doi.org/10.1088/2631-8695/ad2245

Lakshakoti, B. (2024). Innovative integration of triboelectric nanogenerators into signature stamps. Engineering, 2024. https://doi.org/10.3390/eng5020052

Lakshakoti, B. (2023). Facile direct growth of ZIF-67 metal-organic framework. ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering, 11(47). https://doi.org/10.1021/acssuschemeng.3c05198

Lakshakoti, B. (2023). Enhancing triboelectric nanogenerator performance with metal-organic-framework-modified ZnO nanosheets. ACS Applied Nano Materials, 6(24). https://doi.org/10.1021/acsanm.3c03430

Lakshakoti, B. (2023). Transforming medical plastic waste into high-performance triboelectric nanogenerators. ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering, 11(32). https://doi.org/10.1021/acssuschemeng.3c03136

Lakshakoti, B. (2023). Surface-engineered high-performance triboelectric nanogenerator. ACS Applied Engineering Materials, 1(10). https://doi.org/10.1021/acsaenm.3c00416

Lakshakoti, B. (2022). IoT surveillance robot using ESP-32 Wi-Fi CAM & Arduino. IJFANS Journal, 11(06). https://doi.org/10.48047/IJIEMR/V11/SPL

Lakshakoti, B. (2021). Design and implementation of RFID-GSM based signal jump e-challan system. pp. 10221–10229.

Lakshakoti, B. (2023). Object detection in motion estimation and tracking analysis for IoT devices. ResearchGate, 2023(9). https://doi.org/10.48047/IJIEMR/V11/SPL

Lakshakoti, B. (2021). Design of a high-speed N-bit Vedic multiplier using mux-based compressors. In Proceedings of ICMRCET-2020 (pp. [page numbers]). ISBN 978-93-5437-153-0.