Assoc Prof. Dr. Mehmet Ozkeskin| Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation award | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof. Dr. Mehmet Ozkeskin| Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation award | Best Researcher Award

 

Assoc Prof. Dr. Mehmet Ozkeskin, Ege University Faculty of Health Sciences Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Turkey

Mehmet Özkeskin obtained his Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation from Dokuz Eylül University in 1997. He continued his academic journey by completing his Master’s degree in the same field at Dokuz Eylül University in 2000, with a thesis titled “Evaluation of the Home Environment of Physically Disabled Individuals.”

In 2014, Mehmet Özkeskin earned his Ph.D. from Dokuz Eylül University, specializing in Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation. His doctoral thesis was titled “The Effect of Navigation-Guided Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) and Brunnstrom Hand Training on Hand Functions in Stroke Cases,” under the supervision of Vesile Öztürk Bilge Kara.

Dr. Özkeskin has been actively involved in academic positions throughout his career. He served as a Research Assistant at Dokuz Eylül University from 2001 to 2006 and then continued as a Research Assistant at the same university’s Health Sciences Institute until 2000.

Professional Profiles

 

🎓 Education

  • Ph.D. in Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Dokuz Eylül University, January 15, 2014
    • Dissertation Title: “The Effect of Navigation-Guided Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) and Brunnstrom Hand Training on Hand Functions in Stroke Cases” (2014)
    • Thesis Advisor: Vesile Öztürk Bilge Kara
  • M.Sc. in Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Dokuz Eylül University, June 7, 2000
    • Thesis Title: “Evaluation of the Home Environment of Physically Disabled Individuals” (2000)
    • Thesis Advisor: Zeliha Candan Algun
  • B.Sc. in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Dokuz Eylül University, June 21, 1997

👨‍🏫 Academic Positions

  • Assoc. Prof., Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ege University (since September 7, 2023)
  • Assistant Prof., Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ege University (January 28, 2019)
  • Assistant Prof., Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Health Sciences, Istanbul Okan University (2017-2018)
  • Assistant Prof., Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Health Sciences Faculty, Izmir University (2014-2016)
  • Research Assistant, Dokuz Eylül University, School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation (2001-2006)
  • Research Assistant, Dokuz Eylül University, Institute of Health Sciences, School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation (1997-2000)

📚 Supervised Theses

  • M.Sc. Thesis: “Relationship Between Upper Extremity Motor Imagery Ability, Upper Extremity Functional Skills, and Quality of Life in Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis” (Completed in 2024)
  • M.Sc. Thesis: “Effects of Dual-Task Training on Balance, Gait, Dual-Task Performance, Cognitive Function, and Fatigue in Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis” (Ongoing)

🔍 Research Projects

  • Investigator in several national research projects related to areas such as respiratory function, neurological disorders, and physical activity.

👨‍💼 Administrative Roles

  • Deputy Dean, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ege University (since September 11, 2023)
  • Member of various committees and boards within Ege University’s Faculty of Health Sciences.

🏆 Awards

  • Recognized as the academician with the most SCI publications in 2023 at Ege University.
  • Acknowledged as the faculty member with the highest number of publications in 2021.
  • Awarded Second Place for Best Oral Presentation by the Turkish Physiotherapists Association in 2015.
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Mr.Dame Alemayehu Efa | Laser Beam Welding award |Best Researcher Award

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Mr.Dame Alemayehu Efa | Laser Beam Welding award |Best Researcher Award

Mr.Dame Alemayehu Efa, Wallaga University, Ethiopia

Dame Alemayehu Efa is a distinguished Ethiopian mechanical engineer and researcher, born on April 4th, 1997. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering with a specialization in Manufacturing Engineering from Wallaga University, Ethiopia, which he completed in February 2021 with an exceptional CGPA of 3.89/4.00. His BSc thesis, titled “Design of a Solar-Powered Hydraulic Scissor Lift Table for the Wollega University Student Cafeteria,” showcased his innovative and practical approach to engineering challenges.

Continuing his academic journey, Dame pursued a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, specializing in Manufacturing Engineering, at Wallaga University from September 2021 to February 2024. During this time, he demonstrated outstanding academic prowess, culminating in a perfect grade of 4.00/4.00 for his Master’s degree. His Master’s thesis, “Metamaterial Structures and Topology Optimization for Additive Manufacturing, with Multi-Objective Parametric Optimization for Selective Laser Melting (SLM),” reflects his expertise in advanced engineering concepts and research methodologies

Professional Profiles

Education and Qualifications:

  • BSc in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering Focus, Wallaga University, Ethiopia (February 10, 2021)
    • Thesis Title: Design of a Solar-Powered Hydraulic Scissor Lift Table for the Wollega University Student Cafeteria
  • MSc in Mechanical Engineering, specialization in Manufacturing Engineering, Wallaga University, Nekemte, Ethiopia (September 01, 2021 – February 23, 2024)
    • Thesis Title: Metamaterial Structures and Topology Optimization for Additive Manufacturing, with Multi-Objective Parametric Optimization for Selective Laser Melting (SLM)

Work Experience:

  1. Internship at Ethiopian Airlines, Bole, Ethiopia (March – June 2019)
  2. Mechanic at New Flower General Trading plc., Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (March 20 – May 01, 2021)
  3. Assistant Lecturer at Dambidolo University, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Ethiopia (May 10 – August 30, 2021)
  4. Current Position: Lecturer in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Wollega University, Nekemte, Ethiopia (since September 17, 2021)

Courses Taught (Undergraduate Level):

  1. Workshop Practice and Laboratory Exercises
  2. Introduction to Engineering Profession
  3. Engineering Mechanics II Dynamics
  4. Heavy-duty and Earth-moving Equipment
  5. Engineering Drawing

Dame Alemayehu Efa is a highly motivated and accomplished Mechanical Engineer with a strong background in Manufacturing Engineering. He has demonstrated exceptional academic performance throughout his studies, culminating in a perfect grade for his Master’s degree. His research interests include additive manufacturing, metamaterial structures, and parametric optimization. As a dedicated lecturer and researcher, he aspires to contribute significantly to the field of Mechanical Engineering through his innovative ideas and high-quality publications.

Publication Top Notes:

Laser Beam Welding Parametric Optimization for AZ31B and 6061-T6 Alloys: Residual Stress and Temperature Analysis Using a CCD, GA and ANN

Friction stir-welding of AZ31B Mg and 6061-T6 Al alloys optimization using Box-Behnken design (BBD) and Artificial Neural network (ANN)

Analyzing the Effect of Temperature on Alloy Steel Forging Simulation Using Deform 3D

Assist. Prof. Dr. yan zhang | Heterogeneous material welding Award | Innovations in Welding Research Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. yan zhang| Heterogeneous material welding Award | Innovations in Welding Research Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. yan zhang, xinjiang University, China

Yan Zhang is an accomplished researcher specializing in weldability of materials and heterogeneous material connections. With a PhD from Jilin University, where he received numerous accolades including “Excellent Graduate Student” and recognition for his doctoral dissertation, Zhang currently serves as an associate professor and postgraduate tutor at Xinjiang University. He has published over 60 academic papers, secured patents, and led various research projects. Zhang’s expertise extends to serving as a technical consultant for industrial firms and editorial roles for esteemed scientific journals. He is a member of multiple professional societies and has presented his work internationally. Zhang’s innovative contributions include the development of an intelligent pipeline welding robot and co-founding Xinjiang Defender Technology Co., Ltd. to advance technology transfer and entrepreneurship.

Professional Profile:

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📚 Education & Awards:

  • PhD from Jilin University, honored as “Excellent Graduate Student”
  • Extensive research in weldability of materials & heterogeneous material connections
  • Recognized with “Excellent Doctoral Dissertation” title

🏆 Achievements:

  • Published 60+ academic papers, 50+ in SCI, with an impact factor of 123.6
  • Authored several patents and led numerous research projects
  • Involved in prestigious talent programs and international conferences
  • Expertise in welding metallurgy and mechanical engineering

💼 Professional Roles & Memberships:

  • IIW-International Welding Engineer
  • Technical Consultant at Xinjiang Dechuang Industrial Control Technology Co., Ltd.
  • Editorial roles in esteemed scientific journals

Publication Top Notes:

  1. Effect of Ti3C2Tx/Ag MXene fillers on the electrical conductivity of Ag-coated Cu conductive adhesives (2023)
    • Journal: Ceramics International
  2. Research advances on weldability of Mg alloy and other metals worldwide in recent 20 years (2023)
    • Journal: Journal of Materials Research and Technology
  3. Double-pass laser welding of TC4 alloy and 304 stainless steel (2023)
    • Journal: Materials Science and Technology
  4. Laser welding of ZrO2 ceramic and 304 stainless steel with Ag–Cu–Ti filler (2023)
    • Journal: Materials Science and Technology
  5. Element diffusion and microstructure evolution at interface of stainless steel/Ti alloy joint by laser welding with AgCuTi filler metal (2023)
    • Journal: Journal of Materials Research and Technology

 

 

 

 

Welding processes

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Introduction of Welding processes

Welding processes research is a dynamic and essential domain within materials science and engineering, dedicated to advancing the methods and technologies employed in joining materials.
Advancements in Arc Welding Techniques:

Researchers focus on innovations in arc welding, encompassing Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), and Submerged Arc Welding (SAW). This subtopic explores improvements in arc stability, heat control, and electrode materials to enhance the versatility and reliability of arc welding processes.

Friction Stir Welding Optimization:

This subfield aims to optimize the solid-state joining technique of friction stir welding. Researchers delve into tool design, rotational speed, and process parameters to refine the efficiency and quality of friction stir welds, particularly in materials challenging for traditional fusion welding.

Laser and Electron Beam Welding Innovations:

Advancements in laser welding and electron beam welding are a focal point of research. Researchers explore methods to enhance beam quality, precision, and control, pushing the boundaries of high-energy welding processes for applications in aerospace, electronics, and advanced manufacturing.

Additive Manufacturing Integration with Welding:

The integration of welding processes into additive manufacturing is a burgeoning subtopic. Researchers investigate Directed Energy Deposition (DED), Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM), and other techniques, aiming to optimize layer-by-layer fabrication and expand the capabilities of additive manufacturing.

Hybrid Welding Approaches:

This subtopic explores the synergies achieved by combining different welding processes. Hybrid welding, such as laser-arc hybrid welding and friction stir welding combined with fusion welding, aims to harness the complementary strengths of multiple techniques for improved efficiency, precision, and weld quality.

 

Welding Processes

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Introduction of  Welding Processes

Welding processes research is a dynamic field at the forefront of materials engineering, seeking to advance the science and technology behind joining materials through welding.
Advanced Arc Welding Technologies:

This subfield focuses on advancements in arc welding techniques, such as gas metal arc welding (GMAW) and tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding. Researchers investigate parameters like electrode materials, shielding gases, and power sources to optimize arc welding processes for improved precision and productivity.

Friction Stir Welding (FSW):

FSW is a revolutionary welding technique that involves the solid-state joining of materials. Research in this subtopic delves into the mechanics of FSW, exploring optimal process parameters, tool designs, and applications across a wide range of materials, including aluminum, steel, and composites.

Laser Welding and Cutting:

The utilization of laser technology in welding processes is a rapidly evolving area. Researchers explore the intricacies of laser welding, including beam characteristics, focus strategies, and heat input control. This subfield aims to enhance the precision and speed of laser welding for applications in industries like automotive and electronics.

Additive Manufacturing through Welding Processes:

Welding-based additive manufacturing, also known as 3D metal printing, is gaining prominence. This subtopic involves researching innovative welding processes for layer-by-layer material deposition. Researchers focus on material compatibility, process optimization, and post-processing techniques to advance the capabilities of additive manufacturing through welding.

Robotic Welding Automation:

Automation plays a pivotal role in modern welding processes, enhancing efficiency and repeatability. Research in this subfield explores robotic welding systems, investigating programming techniques, sensor integration, and real-time monitoring to optimize the performance of automated welding processes in diverse manufacturing environments.