Dr. Kentaro Saeki | Visual Optics | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Kentaro Saeki | Visual Optics | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Manager | SEED Co., Ltd. | Japan

Dr. Kentaro Saeki is a distinguished researcher and professional recognized for his extensive contributions to the field of Visual Optics. His work bridges the disciplines of optical engineering and biomedical innovation, focusing on advancing technologies that enhance visual performance and optical precision. With a strong foundation in Visual Optics, Dr. Kentaro Saeki has demonstrated remarkable expertise in developing innovative approaches that integrate theoretical and applied aspects of optical science. His research and professional activities have significantly contributed to the advancement of Visual Optics, particularly in designing and evaluating complex visual systems that improve both practical and clinical applications. As an active member of Japan’s scientific and engineering community, Dr. Kentaro Saeki has held positions of increasing responsibility, including his current role as Assistant Manager in the Engineering Department at SEED Co., Ltd., where his leadership continues to drive progress in Visual Optics innovation. His academic involvement as an Instructor at Tokyo Optometric College further reflects his commitment to shaping the next generation of specialists in Visual Optics. Through this dual engagement in industry and academia, he fosters collaboration that strengthens applied research and product development in the domain of Visual Optics. Dr. Kentaro Saeki’s professional record includes numerous research collaborations, publications, and contributions to optical science and visual perception studies. His impact extends beyond research, influencing technological development in Visual Optics and promoting sustainable solutions that improve human visual health. Dedicated, innovative, and internationally oriented, Dr. Kentaro Saeki continues to enhance the scientific understanding and practical applications of Visual Optics, establishing himself as a leading figure committed to excellence and discovery within this evolving field. His Scopus Profile is 12 Citations, 5 Documents, 2 h-index.

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Featured Publications

1. Tatsumi, K., Saeki, K., Kubota, S., Kaneda, Y., Uno, K., Ohnuma, K., & Shiina, T. (2025). Evaluation method for resin mold using reflective wavefront sensor. Sensors, 25(21), 6682.

2. Saeki, K., Huyan, D., Sawada, M., Nakamura, A., Kubota, S., Uno, K., Ohnuma, K., & Shiina, T. (2021). Three-dimensional measurement for spherical and nonspherical shapes of contact lenses. Applied Optics, 60(13), 419721.

3. Saeki, K., Huyan, D., Sawada, M., Sun, Y., Nakamura, A., Kimura, M., Kubota, S., Uno, K., Ohnuma, K., & Shiina, T. (2020). Measurement algorithm for real front and back curved surfaces of contact lenses. Applied Optics, 59(28), 399190.

Dr. Ehsan Adibnia | Photonics | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Ehsan Adibnia | Photonics | Best Researcher Award

Researcher | University of Sistan and Baluchestan | Iran

Dr. Ehsan Adibnia is a distinguished researcher in electrical engineering whose work exemplifies excellence in the integration of artificial intelligence and photonics. With a citation count of 6,447, an h-index of 45, and an i10-index of 153, his contributions to nanophotonics, plasmonics, and photonics-based optical communication have gained wide recognition. His research explores deep learning applications in photonic design, optical switching, and plasmonic structures, emphasizing the transformative role of photonics in next-generation computing and biosensing technologies. Dr. Adibnia has served as an assistant editor and reviewer for several high-impact journals, contributing to the advancement of global photonics research. His professional experience combines academic rigor and industrial insight, including expertise in programming, simulation tools like Lumerical and COMSOL, and PLC automation. His educational foundation in electrical engineering and his scholarly engagement at the University of Sistan and Baluchestan have provided a platform for innovative exploration in nanophotonics, quantum photonics, and integrated photonic circuits. Recognized for his excellence in photonics-driven design optimization, he has published influential studies on inverse design methods for fiber Bragg gratings, plasmonic resonators, and photonic crystal devices. His research interests span from artificial-intelligence-enhanced photonic structures to optical biosensors and metamaterials, underlining his commitment to interdisciplinary innovation. Through awards, editorial service, and sustained academic leadership, Dr. Adibnia continues to shape the evolving landscape of photonics, positioning his work at the intersection of computation, materials science, and optical engineering, where photonics defines the future of high-speed, intelligent systems.

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Featured Publications

1. Mirbagheri, M., Adib, E., Hughes, B. R., Waldman, S. D., Banquy, X., & Hwang, D. K. (2019). Advanced cell culture platforms: A growing quest for emulating natural tissues. Materials Horizons, 6(1), 45–71.

2. Esteki, M., Poorali, B., Adib, E., & Farzanehfard, H. (2015). Interleaved buck converter with continuous input current, extremely low output current ripple, low switching losses, and improved step-down conversion ratio. IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics, 62(8), 4769–4776.

3. Bahrami, H., Farhangi, S., Iman-Eini, H., & Adib, E. (2017). A new interleaved coupled-inductor nonisolated soft-switching bidirectional DC–DC converter with high voltage gain ratio. IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics, 65(7), 5529–5538.

4. Adib, E., & Farzanehfard, H. (2008). Family of zero-current transition PWM converters. IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics, 55(8), 3055–3063.

5. Adib, E., & Farzanehfard, H. (2009). Zero-voltage transition current-fed full-bridge PWM converter. IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics, 24(4), 1041–1047.*

Dr. Badreddine Smiri | Experimental Methods | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Badreddine Smiri | Experimental Methods | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Badreddine Smiri, CEA Grenoble, France

Dr. Badreddine Smiri is a Postdoctoral Researcher at CEA Grenoble, working in collaboration with LMGP, LTM, and Leti as part of the Labex MINOS project. His research focuses on material characterization in diverse fields, such as 2D materials, phase-change memory (PCM), Fully Depleted Silicon On Insulator (FDSOI) technology (SiGe), and power electronics (GaN). He is skilled in various characterization techniques, including Photoluminescence (PL), Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), Raman Spectroscopy, X-ray Diffraction (XRD), Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM), X-ray Fluorescence (XRF), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), and X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS). Additionally, Dr. Smiri is proficient in programming languages such as MATLAB, Python, and LabVIEW, and has experience with tools like Labspec, Zemax, and Origin.

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Education

Dr. Smiri earned his Ph.D. in Physics of Materials from the Laboratoire de Micro-Optoélectroniques et Nanostructures, Tunisia (2016-2019), where his dissertation focused on the optoelectronic properties of III-V semiconductor heterostructures. He also holds a Master’s degree in Materials and Nanostructures (2014-2016) with distinction, concentrating on the modeling and characterization of electrical properties of III-V heterostructures for photovoltaic applications. Additionally, Dr. Smiri has undergone multiple safety and technical training, including electrical safety, chemical risk management, laser safety, cryogenics, and cleanroom fabrication.

Research Interest 

Dr. Smiri’s research interests include the characterization of advanced materials, such as 2D materials, semiconductor heterostructures, quantum wells, quantum dots, and novel optoelectronic materials. His expertise spans optoelectronics, nanostructures, microelectronics, and power electronics, with a particular focus on enhancing the performance of materials used in optoelectronic devices and nanotechnology.

Professional Experience

Since 2022, Dr. Smiri has been a postdoctoral researcher at CEA Grenoble, specializing in optical metrology for micro/nanoelectronics. His work involves structural and optical characterizations (Raman, XRD, PL, SEM, AFM, XPS, XRF) and monitoring the stability of measurement equipment. He also performs in/ex-situ material characterizations (GaN, InGaAs, MoS2, GaSe) and contributes to the continuous improvement of Raman-related products. Prior to his current role, Dr. Smiri served as an Attaché Temporaire d’Enseignement et de Recherche (ATER) at INSA Toulouse (2020-2022), where he conducted research on semiconductor structures for next-generation optoelectronic and electronic devices. Additionally, he held a short-term postdoctoral position at the Laboratory of Micro-Optoelectronics and Nanostructures, Tunisia (2020), focused on the optical and electronic properties of III-V and II-VI semiconductors. Earlier in his career, Dr. Smiri managed photoluminescence characterization as a doctoral researcher, where he oversaw optical characterization activities for semiconductor materials.

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