Morteza Jalali Alenjareghi | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Morteza Jalali Alenjareghi | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Morteza Jalali Alenjareghi at Polytechnique Montreal, Canada

Morteza Jalali Alenjareghi is a PhD candidate in Industrial Engineering at Polytechnique Montréal, focusing on AI-driven hazard analysis and risk assessment for safe human-robot collaboration. He holds a Master’s in Chemical Engineering (HSE) and a Bachelor’s in Safety Engineering. His research spans wearable sensors, Industry 4.0, ergonomics, and advanced safety methods, with multiple publications in top-tier journals. With extensive academic and industrial experience in HSE, he has served as a lecturer, reviewer, and project leader. Recognized with the PBEEE Doctoral Research Grant, he is actively involved in community engagement, scientific collaboration, and promoting safety innovation through interdisciplinary research.

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Academic Background

Morteza Jalali Alenjareghi is currently pursuing a PhD in Industrial Engineering at Polytechnique Montréal, where his research focuses on AI-driven job hazard analysis and risk assessment to ensure safe human-robot collaboration. He earned his Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering with a specialization in Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) from the University of Environment, graduating with distinction. His Bachelor’s degree is in Safety Engineering from the Petroleum University of Technology. His academic journey reflects a strong foundation in safety science, combining advanced technologies with industrial applications to address critical issues in occupational safety and intelligent manufacturing systems.

Professional Experience

Morteza Jalali Alenjareghi has accumulated extensive professional experience in both academic and industrial settings, focusing on safety engineering and risk assessment. He has served as a lecturer at Polytechnique Montréal, Islamic Azad University, and the University of Science and Culture, teaching courses on industrial safety, standards, and fluid mechanics. In industry, he held key roles such as Head of HSE at Petro Danial Kish and HSE Supervisor at IEI Company, where he led projects related to ISO standards, HAZOP studies, and offshore safety. His roles consistently demonstrate leadership in advancing workplace safety, compliance, and innovation in high-risk environments.

Awards and Honors

Morteza Jalali Alenjareghi has been recognized for his academic excellence and professional contributions through several prestigious awards and honors. Notably, he received the PBEEE Doctoral Research Grant (2025–2026) from the Fonds de recherche du Québec in the Nature and Technology sector, affirming the quality and impact of his research. He was also the supervisor of the champion team in the 2019 firefighters’ competition organized by the Ministry of Oil. His leadership in safety innovation, research excellence, and commitment to community engagement has earned him distinction in both academic and professional spheres throughout his evolving career.

Research Focus

Morteza Jalali Alenjareghi’s research is centered on the integration of artificial intelligence with industrial safety systems, specifically targeting human-robot collaboration in Industry 4.0 environments. His work involves proactive risk assessment methodologies such as LLM-enhanced STPA and FMEA, as well as the development of wearable sensor systems to prevent work-related musculoskeletal disorders. He also explores deep learning frameworks for real-time ergonomic risk prediction and computer vision applications in job hazard analysis. Through interdisciplinary approaches, his research aims to enhance safety, efficiency, and adaptability in smart manufacturing and disassembly processes, contributing to the evolution of intelligent, human-centered industrial systems.

Publication Top Notes

📘 Distinguished discriminatory separation of CO₂ from its methane-containing gas mixture via PEBAX mixed matrix membrane
Year: 2018 | Cited by: 21

📘 LPG storage tank accidents: initiating events, causes, scenarios, and consequences
Year: 2021 | Cited by: 18

📘 Safe human-robot collaboration: a systematic review of risk assessment methods with AI integration and standardization considerations
Year: 2024 | Cited by: 10

📘 Highly efficient and recyclable spongy nanoporous graphene for remediation of organic pollutants
Year: 2021 | Cited by: 8

📘 Computer vision-enabled real-time job hazard analysis for safe human–robot collaboration in disassembly tasks
Year: 2024 | Cited by: 2

Conclusion

Morteza Jalali Alenjareghi stands out as a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his exceptional academic background, impactful research contributions, and extensive professional experience. Currently pursuing a PhD in Industrial Engineering at Polytechnique Montréal, his work focuses on AI-driven safety systems for human-robot collaboration—an area of increasing global relevance. With a strong foundation in chemical and safety engineering, he has authored high-quality publications, contributed to cutting-edge advancements in Industry 4.0, and led major HSE initiatives across industrial sectors. His teaching, leadership, community service, and recognition through prestigious awards like the PBEEE grant further demonstrate his excellence and potential.

 

 

Koh-ichi Sugimoto | Mechanical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Koh-ichi Sugimoto | Mechanical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Koh-ichi Sugimoto, Shinshu University, Japan

Prof. Dr. Koh-ichi Sugimoto is a renowned Japanese academic and researcher in mechanical systems engineering. He holds a Doctor of Engineering from Tokyo Metropolitan University (1985) and is a Professor Emeritus at Shinshu University. His research focuses on TRIP-aided steels, precision die, and carbon nano composites. With over 9 books, 176 journal papers, and 63 patents, he has made significant contributions to materials science. Prof. Sugimoto has received numerous awards, including the 2024 Metals Outstanding Reviewer Award and the 2014 Gilbert R. Speich Award. He also serves on several editorial boards and advisory committees. 📚🔬

 

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Education 🎓

Prof. Dr. Koh-ichi Sugimoto holds an impressive academic background, beginning with his Bachelor of Engineering (1973) and Master of Engineering (1975) degrees from Shinshu University. His passion for materials science led him to pursue a Doctor of Engineering at Tokyo Metropolitan University, where he completed his doctoral research in 1985. His doctoral dissertation focused on “A Basic Study on Deformation Mechanism of High-Strength Dual-Phase Steels,” a topic that has influenced his lifelong research in steel technology and materials engineering. Prof. Sugimoto’s strong educational foundation has shaped his influential contributions to the field. 📘🔬

 

Work Experience 💼

Prof. Dr. Koh-ichi Sugimoto has had a distinguished career spanning several decades. He served as a Research Advisor at OP Jindal University since 2019. Prior to that, he was Professor Emeritus at Shinshu University (2016) and held various key roles including Advisor to the President (2009-2010) and Associate Dean (2008). His leadership also extended to serving as Councilor (2005-2007) and Special Advisor to the President (2001-2003) at Shinshu University. With over 30 years of teaching experience, Prof. Sugimoto was a Professor (1998-2015) and Associate Professor (1987-1997). He also worked as an Assistant Manager at Daido Steel Co. Ltd. (1986) and Assistant Professor at Tokyo Metropolitan University (1975-1985). 🌟📚

 

Awards 🏆

Prof. Dr. Koh-ichi Sugimoto has received several prestigious awards throughout his career. Notably, he is the recipient of the 2024 Metals Outstanding Reviewer Award (announced in March 2025) from MDPI. He earned the Metallography, Microstructure, and Analysis Editor’s Choice Award in 2016 for his paper on TRIP-Aided Martensitic Steel. In 2014, he was honored with the Gilbert R. Speich Award for his work on advanced ultrahigh-strength steels. Other awards include the Materials Significant Contribution Award (2013), Charles Hatchett Award (2006), and the Nishiyama Commemorative Prize (2001). 🌟📚

 

Research Focus 📚🔬

Prof. Dr. Koh-ichi Sugimoto’s research primarily revolves around ultrahigh-strength TRIP-aided steels and their mechanical properties, microstructure, and deformation behavior. His work explores bainitic ferrite and martensite matrix structures in steels, including their impact toughness, fatigue properties, and cold formability. He also investigates the effects of thermomechanical processing on hydrogen embrittlement and the influence of mean normal stress on strain-hardening behaviors. His contributions to advanced materials are crucial in enhancing steel applications, particularly in automotive and structural engineering industries. ⚙️🔧🛠️

 

Publication Top Notes 📚

  • Evaluation of Shear-Punched Surface Layer Damage in Ultrahigh-Strength TRIP-Aided Steels (2024) 📘  | DOI: 10.3390/met14091034
  • Effects of Mean Normal Stress and Microstructural Properties on Deformation Properties of Ultrahigh-Strength TRIP-Aided Steels (2024) 📘 | Cited by: 1 | DOI: 10.3390/ma17143554
  • Evaluation of Shear-Punched Surface Layer Damage in Three Types of High-Strength TRIP-Aided Steel (2024) 📘 | Cited by: 1 | DOI: 10.3390/met14050531
  • Effects of Mean Normal Stress on Strain-Hardening, Strain-Induced Martensite Transformation, and Void-Formation Behaviors in High-Strength TRIP-Aided Steels (2024) 📘 | Cited by: 3 | DOI: 10.3390/met14010061
  • Effects of Partial Replacement of Si by Al on Impact Toughness of 0.2%C-Si-Mn-Cr-B TRIP-Aided Martensitic Steel (2023) 📘 | DOI: 10.3390/met13071206
  • Effects of Partial Replacement of Si by Al on Cold Formability in Two Groups of Low-Carbon Third-Generation Advanced High-Strength Steel Sheet: A Review (2022) 📚 | Cited by: 3 | DOI: 10.3390/met12122069
  • Effects of Thermomechanical Processing on Hydrogen Embrittlement Properties of Ultrahigh-Strength TRIP-Aided Bainitic Ferrite Steels (2022) 📘 | Cited by: 1 | DOI: 10.3390/met12020269
  • Cold Formabilities of Martensite-Type Medium Mn Steel (2021) 📘 | Cited by: 3 | DOI: 10.3390/met11091371
  • Influence of Cooling Process Routes after Intercritical Annealing on Impact Toughness of Duplex Type Medium Mn Steel (2021) 📘 | Cited by: 4 | DOI: 10.3390/met11071143
  • Recent Progress of Low and Medium-Carbon Advanced Martensitic Steels (2021) 📚 | DOI: 10.3390/met11040652