Parvaneh Samouei | Business | Best Researcher Award

🌟Assist Prof Dr. Parvaneh Samouei, Business, Best Researcher AwardπŸ†

  • Assistant Professor at Bu-Ali Sina University Iran Business

Parvaneh Samouei is an Assistant Professor of Industrial Engineering at Bu-Ali Sina University in Hamedan, Iran. She obtained her Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering from the same university in 2016. Her research interests lie in operations research, supply chain management, assembly line balancing, production planning, and the application of fuzzy logic in industrial engineering. With a strong background in teaching and research, she has contributed significantly to the field through her publications and participation in conferences.

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Samouei’s work has been well-received within the academic community, as evidenced by her publication record and citation metrics. She has authored numerous papers in reputable journals and has presented her research at international conferences. Her publications have garnered citations from fellow researchers, indicating the impact and relevance of her work in the field.

Citations: 214

Documents: 16

h-index: 6

  • Citations Since 2019: 372
  • h-index Since 2019: 7
  • i10-index Since 2019: 5

Education

Parvaneh Samouei completed her Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering at Bu-Ali Sina University in 2016, with a dissertation on modeling and solving integrated worker assignment and two-sided assembly line balancing problems. She also holds an M.Sc. and a B.Sc. in Industrial Engineering from the same university.

Research Focus

Samouei’s research focuses on various aspects of industrial engineering and operations research. Her interests include operations research in supply chain management, supply chain design, assembly line balancing, production planning, production management systems, and the application of graph theory in supply chain optimization.

Professional Journey

After completing her Ph.D., Samouei joined Bu-Ali Sina University as an Assistant Professor of Industrial Engineering. Throughout her career, she has been actively involved in teaching courses such as logistics, supply chain design, mathematical programming, operations research, production planning, and quality control. Additionally, she has also taught at several other universities in Iran.

Honors & Awards

Samouei has received numerous honors and awards for her contributions to teaching and research. These include being recognized as the best teacher in the field of research and education multiple times at Bu-Ali Sina University’s Industrial Engineering Department. She has also been acknowledged as the top industrial engineering Ph.D. student in educational and research aspects.

Publications Noted & Contributions

Samouei has made significant contributions to the field through her publications, which include journal articles, conference papers, and book chapters. Her research covers a wide range of topics such as multi-criteria decision making, supply chain management, assembly line balancing, inventory control, and humanitarian logistics. She has published extensively in both English and Persian journals, showcasing her expertise in various areas of industrial engineering.

Title: A new bi-level mathematical model for government-farmer interaction regarding food security and environmental damages of pesticides and fertilizers: Case study of rice supply chain in Iran

  • Journal: Computers and Electronics in Agriculture
  • Publication Date: April 2024
  • DOI: 10.1016/j.compag.2024.108771
  • Contributors: Mohammad Jalal Kazemi; Parvaneh Samouei

Title: Predictive and simultaneous weighting of criteria and alternatives (PSWCA) in multi-criteria decision making based on past data

  • Journal: Soft Computing
  • Publication Date: March 2024
  • DOI: 10.1007/s00500-023-09595-7
  • Contributors: Arash Pazhouhandeh; Parvaneh Samouei

Title: Predictive and Simultaneous Weighting of Criteria and Alternatives (PSWCA) in Multi-Criteria Decision Making Based on Past Data

  • Publication Date: April 11, 2023
  • DOI: 10.21203/rs.3.rs-2308946/v1
  • Contributors: Arash Pazhouhandeh; Parvaneh Samouei

Title: Robust counterpart mathematical models for balancing, sequencing, and assignment of robotic U-shaped assembly lines with considering failures and setup times

  • Journal: OPSEARCH
  • Publication Date: March 2023
  • DOI: 10.1007/s12597-022-00609-w
  • Contributors: Parvaneh Samouei; Mahsa Sobhishoja

Title: Coordination of humanitarian logistic based on the quantity flexibility contract and buying in the spot market under demand uncertainty using NSGA-II and NRGA algorithms

  • Journal: Expert Systems with Applications
  • Publication Date: March 15, 2023
  • Contributors: Parvaneh Samouei; Homeyra Kord

Research Timeline

Throughout her career, Samouei has maintained a consistent research trajectory, with a focus on addressing real-world industrial engineering problems. Her research timeline reflects a progression from fundamental studies during her doctoral and master’s degrees to more specialized and interdisciplinary research topics as an assistant professor. She has continually expanded her expertise and made significant contributions to both academia and industry.

Collaborations and Projects

Samouei has been actively involved in collaborative research projects, both within her university and with other institutions. These collaborations have allowed her to tackle complex industrial engineering challenges from multiple perspectives and leverage the expertise of interdisciplinary teams. Her involvement in various projects highlights her commitment to advancing the field through collaboration and innovation.

Kamala Adhikari | Public Health | Best Researcher Award

🌟Dr. Kamala Adhikari, Public Health, Best Researcher AwardπŸ†

Doctorate at AHS, Canada

Professional Profiles:

Bio Summary:

Dr. Kamala Adhikari (Dahal) is a highly accomplished epidemiologist and Senior Scientist at the Cancer Prevention and Screening Innovation unit within the Alberta Health Services. With a Ph.D. in Epidemiology from the University of Calgary, she holds a strong academic background, having received prestigious scholarships such as the Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship and Alberta Innovates Graduate Studentship Award.

Education:

  • Ph.D. in Epidemiology, University of Calgary, 2019
  • M.Sc. in Epidemiology, Prince of Songkhla University, Thailand, 2008
  • B.N. (Distinction), Nepal Institute of Health Sciences, 2004
  • Proficiency Certificate in Nursing, Tribhuvan University, 1998

Research Focus:

Dr. Adhikari’s research primarily centers on maternal and child health, with a focus on neighborhood socioeconomic status, anxiety, depression during pregnancy, and preterm birth. Her work extends to pragmatic randomized controlled trials and implementation science.

Professional Journey:

  • Senior Scientist, Cancer Prevention and Screening Innovation (CPSI) unit, Alberta Health Services (2022-present)
  • Project Manager, Medecins Du Monde-France (MDM-F) (2013-2014)
  • Program Manager, Midwifery Society of Nepal/United Nations Population Fund, Nepal (2011)
  • Lecturer, Department of Nursing and Midwifery, Purvanchal University, Nepal (2008-2011)

Honors & Awards:

  • Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship (2017-2020)
  • Alberta Innovates Graduate Studentship Award (2017-2020)
  • U of C Faculty Women’s Club Graduate Scholarship (2016)
  • Early Career Researchers: Reviewer in Training program, Canadian Institute of Health Research (2021)

Publications Top Noted & Contributions:

Dr. Adhikari has made significant contributions to the field with research articles and conference presentations. Her work spans topics such as the determinants of condom use among female sex workers and the feasibility of midwifery education in Nepal.

Title:Screening, brief intervention, and referral to treatment for tobacco consumption, alcohol misuse, and physical inactivity: an equity-informed rapid review

  • Journal: Public Health
  • Publication Date: January 2024
  • DOI: 10.1016/j.puhe.2023.11.001

Title:Age and sex-related patterns of electronic cigarette use in the general population: Supporting a de novo substance use pattern

  • Journal: Population Medicine
  • Publication Date: December 13, 2022
  • DOI: 10.18332/popmed/157270

Title: A Call to Action: Commercial Tobacco Smoking Cessation Support as a Priority for Health Care Services During the COVID-19 Pandemic

  • Journal: Nicotine & Tobacco Research
  • Publication Date: May 24, 2021
  • Article Type: Journal Article
  • DOI: 10.1093/ntr/ntaa219

Title: Neighbourhood socioeconomic status modifies the association between anxiety and depression during pregnancy and preterm birth: a Community-based Canadian cohort study

  • Journal: BMJ Open
  • Publication Date: February 2020
  • Article Type: Journal Article
  • DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2019-031035

Title: Does neighborhood socioeconomic status predict the risk of preterm birth? A community-based Canadian cohort study

  • Journal: BMJ Open
  • Publication Date: February 2019
  • Article Type: Journal Article
  • DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2018-025341

Author Metrics:

  • Citations: 215 citations by 205 documents
  • Documents: 35
  • h-index: 10

Research Timeline:

  • 2006-2008: Master’s research on pill count and education program in hemoglobin status among pregnant women in Nepal.
  • 2015-2019: Doctoral research on neighborhood socioeconomic status, anxiety, depression during pregnancy, and preterm birth.

This summary highlights Dr. Adhikari’s extensive academic achievements, diverse research focus, impactful contributions, and leadership in both academia and project management roles.