Daogen Jiang | Control engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Daogen Jiang | Control engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Daogen Jiang,Ningbo city college of vacational technology, China

Jiang Daogen is a lecturer in automation with a Master of Engineering degree. He specializes in intelligent control technology, focusing on complex nonlinear system control, including sliding mode variable structure control and adaptive control. He has published over 20 core academic papers, including 8 indexed by SCI and EI. Jiang is the principal investigator of multiple research projects, including the Ningbo Natural Science Foundation and Zhejiang Provincial Department of Education initiatives. He actively mentors students in professional skill competitions, securing top awards. Additionally, he holds several patents and software copyrights related to control systems and automation. 🏆🔬

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🎓 Education

Jiang Daogen earned his Master of Engineering degree, specializing in automation and intelligent control. His academic training provided a strong foundation in control systems, mechatronics, and adaptive technologies. His postgraduate research delved into complex nonlinear system control, focusing on sliding mode control, state-constrained nonlinear systems, and barrier Lyapunov function applications. Throughout his academic journey, he gained hands-on expertise in designing robust control algorithms for uncertain nonlinear systems. His education also emphasized industrial automation, electrical control, and embedded systems, preparing him for advanced research and teaching in automation. 📚🎓

💼 Experience

Jiang Daogen serves as a lecturer in automation, focusing on intelligent control technology and nonlinear system control. He teaches core courses, including Electrical Control and PLC, Variable Frequency Speed Regulation Technology, and Mechatronic Transmission Technology. Beyond academia, he has extensive experience guiding students in engineering competitions, leading teams to national and provincial awards. He has been the principal investigator in several high-impact research projects, including those funded by the Ningbo Natural Science Foundation. Additionally, Jiang has contributed significantly to industrial automation through his patents and software innovations in multi-axis motion control and robust adaptive control systems. 🏫⚙️

🏆 Awards & Honors

Jiang Daogen has received multiple recognitions, including the Ningbo Municipal Science and Technology Third Prize. His leadership in student competitions has earned him accolades, such as the Special Prize at the 13th Zhejiang “Challenge Cup” and the First Prize at the Zhejiang Rural Revitalization Plan College Student Competition. His research excellence has been acknowledged with funding from prestigious foundations, including the Zhejiang Provincial Department of Education. Additionally, his contributions to automation and control systems have led to several patents and software copyrights. His dedication to advancing engineering education and research continues to be recognized at institutional and governmental levels. 🏅🔬

🔬 Research Focus

Jiang Daogen’s research focuses on intelligent control technology, emphasizing complex nonlinear system control. His expertise spans sliding mode variable structure control, adaptive neural network control, and barrier function-based control strategies. He develops robust algorithms for uncertain nonlinear systems, applying them in automation, robotics, and mechatronic systems. His work also explores state-constrained control for real-world applications, enhancing system stability and performance. Jiang actively contributes to the advancement of adaptive and finite-time control techniques, with applications in precision machinery, multi-axis motion control, and industrial automation. His research outputs have been widely published in SCI and EI-indexed journals. ⚙️📡

 

Publication Top Notes

  • Adaptive Neural Network Terminal Sliding Mode Tracking Control for Uncertain Nonlinear Systems with Time-Varying State ConstraintsMeasurement and Control (2024-09-28) | DOI: 10.1177/00202940241279360 📝🔍

  • Nonsingular Fast Terminal Sliding Mode Control for Uncertain Nonlinear Systems Based on Adaptive Super-twisting Sliding Mode Disturbance ObserverInternational Journal of Control, Automation and Systems (2023-10) | DOI: 10.1007/s12555-022-0492-y 📊🔧

  • Adaptive Control for Full-States Constrained Nonlinear Systems with Unknown Control Direction Using Barrier Lyapunov FunctionalsTransactions of the Institute of Measurement and Control (2022-11) | DOI: 10.1177/01423312221093826 📚💡

 

Rebecca Alowo| Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Rebecca Alowo| Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Komal Bansal, Dev Samaj College for Women, Affiliated to Panjab University Chandigarh, India, 

Dr. Rebecca Alowo is a distinguished researcher whose work bridges the gap between engineering and societal impact. Her research in sustainable groundwater management and WASH has transformed lives in Uganda and beyond. Her teaching and advocacy roles complement her research, highlighting her as a well-rounded candidate with an excellent balance of academic rigor, leadership, and practical impact.

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 Experience:

Dr. Alowo is currently a Lecturer in the Department of Civil Engineering Technology at the University of Johannesburg, where she teaches courses such as Hydraulics, Water Reticulation Design, and Water & Wastewater Engineering. Since 2020, she has integrated innovative online teaching methods and assessment tools. Previously, she served as a lecturer at Central University of Technology, Vaal University of Technology, and the University of Free State, focusing on Strength of Materials and supervising master’s students. She also participated in consultations for the Water Technologies Demonstration Programme and reviewed research for international conferences. During her time at the University of Cambridge, she contributed to sustainable development projects, including the Cornwall Sustainable Development Plan and the evaluation of the Cambridge Guided Busway.

 

Educational :

Dr. Rebecca Alowo earned her Doctor of Engineering in Civil Engineering from the Central University of Technology, Free State, South Africa, where she conducted groundbreaking research on sustainable groundwater management through hydrological parameter modeling in the Modder River Catchment (2016–2021). She completed her Master of Philosophy in Engineering for Sustainable Development at the University of Cambridge, UK (2008–2009), focusing on community water resources management as a driver of development in Uganda. Her academic journey also includes a Post-Graduate Diploma in Project Planning and Management from Uganda Management Institute, Kampala, Uganda (2005–2006), and a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering with honors from Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda (1998–2003). Earlier, she excelled in her secondary education at Mt. St Mary’s College Namagunga, earning distinctions in key subjects for both her Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education and Uganda Certificate of Education.

 

Awards & Fellowships:

Dr. Alowo successfully lobbied for the establishment of Uganda’s WASH Parliamentary Forum and was recognized for her contributions to ICT-based solutions in water and sanitation management.

Technical Skills:

Dr. Alowo is proficient in GIS-based Management Information Systems and advanced hydrological modeling tools. She is also skilled in leveraging e-learning platforms such as Blackboard for modern teaching methodologies.

Publication Top Notes:

  • Title: An Investigation on Construction Project Development Planning Delays in South Africa
    • Authors: Nyaga Githae, B.; Hagir, H.; Alowo, R.
    • Year: 2024
    • Citations: 0
  • Title: GIS-based Vulnerability Model Assessment of The Alexandra Jukskei Catchment in South Africa
    • Authors: Gadisi, V.; Alowo, R.; Nkhonjera, G.
    • Year: 2024
    • Citations: 0
  • Title: Apps for Monitoring of Hydrological Parameters in the Alexandra Jukskei Catchment in South Africa
    • Authors: Achiro, D.; Alowo, R.; Nkhonjera, G.
    • Year: 2024
    • Citations: 0
  • Title: Understanding Land Use Planning and Sustainable Development from the Perspective of Smart Groundwater Monitoring
    • Authors: Kubuya, A.K.; Alowo, R.; Nkhonjera, G.
    • Year: 2023
    • Citations: 0
  • Title: Pollution in the Urban Environment: A Research on Contaminated Groundwater in the Aquifers Beneath the Qoboza Klaaste (QK) Building at University of Johannesburg in South Africa
    • Authors: Patience, D.; German, N.; Jeffrey, M.; Alowo, R.
    • Year: 2023
    • Citations: 0
  • Title: A Modelling Framework for Groundwater Sustainability in the Upper Orange Catchment of South Africa
    • Author: Alowo, R.
    • Year: 2023
    • Citations: 0
  • Title: Characterisation of Local Borehole Water within the Platinum Belt in Mokopane, Limpopo, Republic of South Africa
    • Authors: Weber, M.E.; Alowo, R.; Nkhonjera, G.
    • Year: 2023
    • Citations: 0
  • Title: Implementing a Groundwater Monitoring System in the Jukskei River Catchment: A TypeScript and MySQL Approach
    • Authors: Achiro, D.; Alowo, R.; Nkhonjera, G.
    • Year: 2023
    • Citations: 0
  • Title: The Development of an Application for Groundwater Management in Jukskei River Catchment of South Africa
    • Authors: Achiro, D.; Alowo, R.; Nkhonjera, G.
    • Year: 2023
    • Citations: 0
  • Title: Apps for Smart Groundwater Monitoring and Assessments: A Case Study of Regideso Catchment in Kimbanseke
    • Authors: Kabuya, A.K.; Alowo, R.; Nkhonjera, G.K.
    • Year: 2022
    • Citations: 0

Conclusions:

Dr. Alowo is a strong candidate for the “Best Researcher Award.” Her ability to translate research into actionable solutions, particularly in underprivileged communities, sets her apart. With further enhancement of her publication record and expansion of global collaborations, she could be a leading figure in sustainable development research worldwide