Muhammad Usman Khalid | Food Science | Best Paper Award

Dr. Muhammad Usman Khalid | Food Science | Best Paper Award

Assistant Professor | Bahauddin Zakariya University | Pakistan

Dr. Muhammad Usman Khalid is a distinguished researcher in Food Science and Technology, recognized for his contributions to functional foods, nutraceuticals, and food safety. His work focuses on the exploration of bioactive compounds from medicinal plants such as Withania somnifera, Fagonia arabica, and Tribulus terrestris, emphasizing their therapeutic, antioxidant, and nutraceutical potentials. Through advanced analytical and molecular approaches, he has investigated the nutritional, rheological, and pharmacological properties of natural products, contributing to the development of sustainable food innovations and health-promoting formulations. Dr. Khalid has authored and co-authored several publications in prestigious international journals, including the Journal of Food Processing and Preservation, Natural Product Research, Applied Food Research, Food Science & Nutrition, Toxicology Research, and LWT – Food Science and Technology. His research collaborations extend globally with multidisciplinary teams focusing on food biochemistry, safety, and quality improvement. Beyond research, he has been actively involved in academic teaching, scientific writing, and organizing national and international workshops to promote professional development in food science and nutrition. His scholarly achievements have been recognized through numerous certificates of appreciation, conference participations, and awards highlighting his commitment to advancing food security and public health. Dr. Khalid’s research reflects a profound dedication to bridging traditional ethnomedicine with modern food technologies, aiming to enhance global nutritional resilience. His publications collectively demonstrate expertise in food chemistry, product development, and molecular docking analysis of phytoconstituents with potential therapeutic significance. His membership in professional societies and active engagement in scientific networks underscore his collaborative spirit and leadership within the field. His research continues to inspire innovation at the intersection of food science, health, and sustainability, contributing meaningfully to academia and industry alike. With an established research record comprising 10 indexed publications, 25 citations, and an h-index of 3, Dr. Khalid continues to contribute meaningfully to the global scientific community through impactful, interdisciplinary research.

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Featured Publications

1. Arif, A., Sultan, M. T., Nazir, F., Ahmad, K., Kashif, M., Ahmad, M. M., Shehzad, F. K., Mushtaq, S., Khalid, M. U., Noman, A. M., Raza, H., Israr, M., Sohail, H., & Rocha, J. M. (2024). Exploring the therapeutic potential of Caralluma fimbriata for antioxidant and diabetes management: A 28-day rat model study. Toxicology Research, 13(4), tfae094.

2. Bartkiene, E., Klupsaite, D., Starkute, V., Mockus, E., Bartkevics, V., Ruibys, R., Batkeviciute, G., Ozogul, F., Khalid, M. U., & Rocha, J. M. (2024). Characteristics of lacto-fermented whey, milk, hemp and lupine proteins. LWT, 201, 116259.

3. Perveen, S., Sultan, M. T., Amir, M., & Khalid, M. U. (2023). Moringa (Moringa oleifera): Multi-functional role in management of malnutrition and health promotion. In Neglected Plant Foods of South Asia: Exploring and valorizing nature to feed hunger (pp. 301–317). Springer.

4. Younis, M., Afzal, K., Sultan, M. T., Rabail, R., Akhtar, S., Ismail, T., Khalid, M. U., Shabbir, M. A., & Aadil, R. M. (2023). Quality characteristics of Purslane (Portulaca oleracea L.) leaf and stem powder-supplemented cupcakes. Journal of Food Quality, 2023(1), 1329249.

Dr. Muhammad Usman Khalid’s research bridges traditional ethnomedicine and modern food science, advancing the development of functional foods and nutraceuticals that promote public health and disease prevention. His innovative work contributes to global food security, sustainability, and the nutraceutical industry by translating bioactive plant compounds into scientifically validated, health-promoting products.

Wenliang Wu | Food Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Wenliang Wu | Food Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Lecturer | Northwest A&F University | China

Wenliang Wu is a Lecturer at the College of Information Engineering, Northwest A&F University, China. With an academic background in Computer Science and Technology, Wu completed a Ph.D. from Northwestern Polytechnical University in 2022. His research interests primarily focus on unmanned swarm systems, collective intelligence, and evaluation methods for autonomous systems. Wu’s academic journey includes a Master’s degree from Inner Mongolia University and a Bachelor’s degree from Inner Mongolia University of Technology. His current role involves both teaching and leading research in the area of intelligent evaluation of unmanned systems.

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Education

Wenliang Wu’s educational trajectory is rooted in Computer Science and Technology. He began his academic pursuit at Inner Mongolia University of Technology, where he earned his Bachelor’s degree in 2014. Continuing his studies, Wu obtained a Master’s degree in the same field from Inner Mongolia University in 2017. His dedication to the field culminated in a Ph.D. from Northwestern Polytechnical University, which he completed in December 2022. During his Ph.D., Wu specialized in the development of intelligent evaluation models for unmanned swarm systems.

Experience

Dr. Wu’s academic career has progressed steadily, marked by significant research contributions. Since February 2023, he has been a Lecturer at the College of Information Engineering, Northwest A&F University. His primary responsibilities include conducting cutting-edge research on unmanned systems and delivering lectures on related topics. Wu’s research in this field is aimed at improving the intelligence and operational efficiency of autonomous systems, particularly in unmanned swarm technologies. His academic experience is complemented by his leadership role in several research projects, where he has pioneered work on swarm system evaluations and intelligence assessment methodologies.

Research Interests

Dr. Wu’s research interests lie at the intersection of artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, and swarm intelligence. Specifically, he focuses on the development of comprehensive evaluation systems for unmanned swarm intelligence. Wu’s work is largely concerned with methods to assess the collective intelligence of unmanned systems, a crucial element for their successful operation in complex environments. He has been involved in creating models based on the OODA (Observe, Orient, Decide, Act) loop, group extension cloud models, and CRITIC-based evaluation methods. His goal is to develop robust systems that allow for more accurate and reliable performance evaluations for unmanned swarm systems.

Award

Though Wu has not yet received formal academic awards, his work has significantly contributed to the field of unmanned swarm intelligence. His publications in top-tier journals, such as Connection Science and Automation Acta, highlight the recognition of his research within the academic community. Furthermore, his leadership in research projects, including those at the doctoral research stage, demonstrates his growing influence in the field of intelligent systems and swarm technologies.

Publication Top Note

Wu, W., Zhou, X., & Shen, B. (2022). Comprehensive evaluation of the intelligence levels for unmanned swarms based on the collective OODA loop and group extension cloud model. Connection Science, 34(1), 630-651. (Cited by 15 articles).

Shen, B., Wu, W., Yang, G., & Zhou, X. (2023). Intelligent evaluation model and method for unmanned swarm systems based on group OODA. Acta Aeronautica et Astronautica Sinica, 44(14), 328003-1-328003-15. (Cited by 10 articles).

Wu, W., Zhou, X., Shen, B., & Zhao, Y. (2022). Review of evaluation research for swarm robot systems. Acta Automatica Sinica, 48(5), 1153-1172. (Cited by 20 articles).

Wu, W., Wang, C., Tuo, M., & Zhou, X. (2022). An accurate and robust comparison method of intelligence for unmanned swarms based on improved CRITIC and hypothesis test. Proceedings of the 2022 International Conference on Autonomous Unmanned Systems, Xi’an, China. (Cited by 7 articles).

Wu, W., & Zhou, X. (2020). An intelligent evaluation method for the application scenario complexity level of unmanned swarms. Proceedings of the 19th International Conference on Ubiquitous Computing and Communication, Exeter, UK. (Cited by 5 articles).

Conclusion

Dr. Wenliang Wu has made remarkable strides in the field of unmanned swarm systems, with a particular focus on the evaluation and improvement of their intelligence. With a solid educational background and a growing body of influential work, he is emerging as a key figure in the realm of autonomous systems. His research, especially his work on intelligent evaluation models, contributes to the development of smarter and more reliable unmanned technologies. As he continues to push the boundaries of swarm intelligence and autonomous system evaluations, Wu’s work holds the promise of transforming how unmanned systems are deployed and assessed in real-world scenarios.