Muhammad Asif Munir | Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Muhammad Asif Munir | Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor| Swedish College of Engineering and Technology | Pakistan

Dr. Muhammad Asif Munir is an accomplished researcher and academic in the field of Electrical Engineering, currently serving as an Assistant Professor at the Swedish College of Engineering and Technology, District Rahim Yar Khan, Punjab, Pakistan, and pursuing his Ph.D. at The Islamia University of Bahawalpur. His research primarily focuses on machine learning and deep learning applications in biomedical image analysis, with a particular emphasis on addressing the challenges of small and imbalanced radiomics datasets. With six peer-reviewed publications indexed in SCI and Scopus journals, including IEEE Access and Future Internet (MDPI), and a growing citation record of 56 citations (h-index: 4, i10-index: 2), Dr. Munir has demonstrated consistent academic excellence and research innovation. His notable contribution, the GSRA-KL framework, introduces a novel sparse regularized autoencoder–based methodology that significantly enhances synthetic data generation and improves the predictive accuracy of gene mutation analysis in lung cancer radiomics. This work not only contributes to the evolution of precision oncology but also exemplifies the integration of AI-driven data synthesis with clinical applications. His ongoing research explores the incorporation of explainable artificial intelligence (XAI) into radiomics for more interpretable, transparent, and reliable predictive modeling, fostering clinically explainable AI systems in healthcare. Dr. Munir’s interdisciplinary approach bridges data science, medical imaging, and clinical decision support, aiming to make AI tools both scientifically robust and ethically transparent. A member of professional organizations such as IEEE and IAENG, he remains actively engaged in promoting research collaboration and advancing the global discourse on intelligent healthcare systems. Through his scholarly contributions, Dr. Munir is significantly impacting the development of data-efficient, interpretable, and patient-centered AI frameworks, reinforcing the global transition toward smart healthcare technologies and next-generation precision medicine. His commitment to research excellence and translational impact continues to position him as a promising figure in the convergence of engineering and medical AI research.

Featured Publication

Aslam, M. A., Munir, M. A., & Cui, D. (2020). Noise removal from medical images using hybrid filters of technique. Journal of Physics: Conference Series, 1518(1), 012061.

Aslam, M. A., Xue, C., Wang, K., Chen, Y., Zhang, A., Cai, W., Ma, L., Yang, Y., Sun, X., & Munir, M. A. (2020). SVM based classification and prediction system for gastric cancer using dominant features of saliva. Nano Biomedicine and Engineering, 12(1), 1–13.

Munir, M. A., Aslam, M. A., Shafique, M., Ahmed, R., & Mehmood, Z. (2022). Deep stacked sparse autoencoders – A breast cancer classifier. Mehran University Research Journal of Engineering and Technology, 41(1), 41–52.

Aslam, M. A., Munir, M. A., Ahmad, R., Samiullah, M., Hassan, N. M., & Mahnoor, S. (2022). Deep neural networks for prediction of cardiovascular diseases. Nano Biomedicine and Engineering, 14(1).

Munir, M. A., Shah, R. A., Ali, M., Laghari, A. A., Almadhor, A., & Gadekallu, T. R. (2024). Enhancing gene mutation prediction with sparse regularized autoencoders in lung cancer radiomics analysis. IEEE Access.

Dr. Muhammad Asif Munir’s research advances intelligent healthcare by integrating machine learning and explainable AI to enhance diagnostic accuracy and transparency in medical imaging. His innovations in radiomics and synthetic data generation foster data-efficient, interpretable, and globally applicable solutions that strengthen precision oncology and next-generation healthcare systems.

Marco Capogni | Data Science | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Marco Capogni | Data Science | Best Researcher Award

Researcher | ENEA – National Institute for Ionizing Radiation Metrology | Italy

Prof. Dr. Marco Capogni’s research focuses on the precise measurement and standardization of radionuclides, with a strong emphasis on ionizing radiation metrology and its applications in medicine, industry, and environmental monitoring. He has developed and maintained primary national standards for radioactivity, collaborating with international institutions such as the Bureau International des Poids et Mesures (BIPM) and contributing to interlaboratory comparisons to ensure global consistency in radionuclide measurements. His work includes the implementation of absolute measurement techniques and computational codes such as GEANT, MCNP, Penelope, and Fluka for both direct and indirect activity determination. Marco has been actively involved in projects producing medical radionuclides like Mo-99 and Cu-64, utilizing neutron activation and absolute or relative measurement systems, and has contributed to the development of innovative sources of fusion neutrons for radioisotope production under the Sorgentina-RF project. His expertise spans gamma spectrometry, liquid scintillation counting, and coincidence counting methods, and he has served as a member of international working groups including the International Committee for Radionuclide Metrology (ICRM) and the European Metrology Network for Radiation Protection (EURAMET). Marco has led and coordinated numerous European research projects funded by EMRP and EMPIR, focusing on robust production chains for medical radionuclides, radiological early warning networks, and metrology for decommissioning nuclear facilities. He has also contributed to the training of students at the master’s and doctoral levels in physics, engineering, and medical physics, supervising multiple theses on radionuclide metrology and measurement techniques. His work has resulted in significant publications, patents, and participation in international conferences, reflecting his leadership in metrological science and nuclear applications. Marco Capogni’s contributions demonstrate a blend of experimental expertise, computational proficiency, and collaborative engagement with international metrology and research networks, addressing challenges in nuclear measurement, radioprotection, and medical isotope production. He has achieved 1,882citations, authored 133 documents, and holds an h-index of 21.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID
Featured Publication

Capogni, M., … (2024). Assessment of impurity production upon 14 MeV fusion neutron irradiation of both natural and isotopically enriched 100Mo samples. European Physical Journal Plus.
Citations: 1

Capogni, M., … (2024). Measurements of the absolute gamma-ray emission intensities from the decay of 166Ho. Applied Radiation and Isotopes.
Citations: 2

Capogni, M., … (2024). Future of 99Mo reactor-independent supply. Nature Reviews Physics.
Citations: 3

Capogni, M., … (2023). Analytical study of low energy proton interactions in the SORGENTINA’s fusion ion source-Part II: beam-gas: SORGENTINA ion beam interactions. European Physical Journal Plus.
Citations: 2

Capogni, M., … (2023). The international reference system for beta-particle emitting radionuclides: Validation through the pilot study CCRI(II)-P1.Co-60. Applied Radiation and Isotopes.
Citations: 5

Capogni, M., … (2023). The importance of uncertainty analysis and traceable measurements in routine quantitative 90Y-PET molecular radiotherapy: A multicenter experience. Pharmaceuticals.
Citations: 1

Capogni, M., … (2023). Experimental campaign on ordinary and baritic concrete samples for the SORGENTINA-RF plant: The SRF-bioshield tests. European Physical Journal Plus.
Citations: 3