HARIHARAN GV | Engineering | Academic Excellence Award

Dr. Hariharan GV | Engineering | Academic Excellence Award

Dr. Hariharan GV | Engineering | Assistant Professor at Sairam Institution | India

Dr. G.V. Hariharan is a multidisciplinary academic and dynamic researcher with an expansive educational background in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Human Resources, and Business Administration. Currently serving as a Faculty Member in Management Studies at Sairam Institutions (Autonomous), Chennai, Dr. Hariharan seamlessly blends technical depth with managerial acumen. His educational credentials include dual Ph.Ds—one in Mechanical Engineering from Anna University and another in Business Administration from Annamalai University, reflecting his rare fusion of engineering expertise and strategic leadership. Known for his research-driven insights and commitment to institutional excellence, he has contributed to both theoretical advancement and practical implementation in academic settings. Dr. Hariharan’s work not only bridges technical innovation and organizational leadership but also fosters interdisciplinary synergy. His academic journey and teaching methods have earned respect and admiration among students and peers alike, making him a pivotal force in academic and professional circles.

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Education 

Dr. Hariharan holds a robust and well-rounded academic portfolio. He completed his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (Part-Time) from Anna University. In parallel, he pursued another Ph.D. in Business Administration from Annamalai University, expected to complete in 2025. His postgraduate degrees include a Master of Engineering (M.E.) in Manufacturing from Anna University, Pallavan Engineering College. His foundational engineering degree, B.E. in Mechanical Engineering, was acquired from Anna University, Jeppiaar SRR Engineering College in 2016. Dr. Hariharan’s academic excellence was evident.

Experience 

Dr. G.V. Hariharan has established himself as a versatile academic professional with a profound blend of engineering and management teaching experience. Currently positioned as a Faculty Member in Management Studies at Sairam Institutions (Autonomous), Chennai, he contributes to the academic growth of budding engineers and managers alike. His teaching philosophy focuses on real-world applications, integrating manufacturing and business strategies for impactful learning outcomes. With his dual expertise in mechanical systems and business administration, he bridges the gap between technical education and managerial practice. Dr. Hariharan has also participated in institutional development, student mentoring, research publications, and academic advisory roles. His prior experiences include working with interdisciplinary teams, curriculum design, and knowledge dissemination across domains such as Operations, Human Resources, and Manufacturing. His commitment to holistic education and student empowerment has positioned him as a transformative educator in both engineering and management faculties.

Awards and Honors 

Dr. G.V. Hariharan has earned several academic accolades and professional recognitions for his interdisciplinary contributions in Engineering and Management. His dual Ph.D. credentials reflect a high level of academic dedication, with commendation in Business Administration and a strong CGPA in Mechanical Engineering. He has consistently been a top-performing scholar throughout his academic journey, receiving merit-based appreciation from Anna University and Annamalai University. As a faculty member, he has been commended for teaching excellence, research contributions, and leadership in curriculum development. His dedication to academia has resulted in multiple conference presentations, participation in technical symposia, and collaboration on institutional research initiatives. Furthermore, Dr. Hariharan is known for integrating industry-relevant practices into classroom learning, which has garnered recognition among academic peers and students. His commitment to multidisciplinary learning and innovation has firmly placed him as a leading voice in technical and managerial education.

Research Focus On Engineering

Dr. Hariharan’s research is focused on bridging the interface of engineering innovation and managerial strategy. His work in Mechanical Engineering emphasizes areas such as manufacturing optimization, lean systems, product lifecycle engineering, and sustainable industrial practices. Meanwhile, his business research explores operations management, HR strategy integration, and organizational efficiency through engineering principles. The combination of these fields enables him to explore cross-functional methodologies for improving production systems and enterprise performance. He is particularly interested in leveraging engineering insights for business transformations, applying data-driven decision-making in resource allocation, and enhancing operational throughput. His ongoing Ph.D. in Business Administration further underscores his commitment to understanding the organizational dynamics that influence engineering ecosystems. Dr. Hariharan continues to engage in interdisciplinary studies, fostering collaborations between technical experts, management consultants, and academia, aiming to create impactful research that benefits both industrial and educational environments.

Publication Titles
  1. Optimization Techniques in Smart Manufacturing – 2023

  2. Cognitive Lean Manufacturing: A Human-Machine Perspective – 2022

  3. Strategic HR Models for Industrial Productivity – 2022

  4. Manufacturing Process Efficiency through Automation – 2021

  5. Agile Integration in Multi-Product Assembly Lines – 2021

  6. Team Dynamics in Engineering Projects: A Quantitative Study – 2020

  7. Business Process Reengineering in Tech Enterprises – 2019

  8. Sustainability Practices in Mechanical Design – 2019

  9. CAD-CAM Integration for Modern Machining Units – 2018

  10. Quality Management Systems in Manufacturing Firms – 2018

Conclusion

Dr. G.V. Hariharan is highly suitable for the Research for Best Researcher Award owing to his unique dual expertise in engineering and business, strong academic record, ongoing research contributions, and commitment to interdisciplinary education. His consistent performance in both technical and managerial domains, backed by his involvement in impactful research and student development, positions him as a leading academic innovator. With continued focus on applied research, industry relevance, and academic mentorship, Dr. Hariharan exemplifies the ideals of this prestigious recognition.

Md. Kamrul Islam | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Md. Kamrul Islam | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Md. Kamrul Islam, King Faisal University, Saudi Arabia 

Dr. Md. Kamrul Islam, an Australian national, currently serves as an Associate Professor at King Faisal University, KSA. With over two decades of experience in civil and transportation engineering, he holds a PhD from the University of New South Wales, Australia, and advanced degrees from the University of Tokyo and DUET, Bangladesh. Dr. Islam’s research focuses on stochastic modeling, asphalt performance, and public transport systems. He has successfully led more than 50 research projects funded by Deanship of Scientific Research and collaborated with premier institutions like University of Illinois and Texas A&M. His excellence has been recognized with prestigious awards such as the Furuichi Kimitake Prize and Institute Gold Medal. Dr. Islam is also a proactive academic mentor, guiding numerous undergraduate projects and contributing to international academic collaborations. His technical, analytical, and conceptual skills have made a significant impact on the field of engineering.

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Summary of Suitability for the Research for Best Researcher Award – Md. Kamrul Islam

Dr. Md. Kamrul Islam, affiliated with King Faisal University, Saudi Arabia, and an Australian citizen, presents a promising profile for the Research for Best Researcher Award. As a faculty member at a reputed institution in the Gulf region, he is likely engaged in cutting-edge research and academic collaboration, contributing significantly to his field. His dual academic and cultural experience, having connections in both Australia and the Middle East, potentially strengthens his international outreach and research dissemination impact.

Given the rigorous environment of King Faisal University, which emphasizes innovation and scholarly contributions, Dr. Islam’s ongoing involvement likely includes authoring peer-reviewed articles, mentoring postgraduate researchers, and participating in international conferences. If his work spans applied or interdisciplinary domains, it would further align with the award’s emphasis on impactful and forward-looking research contributions.

🎓 Education 

Dr. Md. Kamrul Islam’s academic journey showcases his deep-rooted expertise in transportation and civil engineering. He earned his PhD in Transportation Engineering from the University of New South Wales, Australia, in 2014. His doctoral thesis focused on stochastic modeling of public transit performance, leading to several high-impact journal publications. Prior to this, he obtained his Master’s in Engineering with a major in Transportation Planning from the University of Tokyo, Japan, in 2006. His master’s research on urban systems and consumption behavior across East Japan equipped him with advanced simulation and data analysis skills. Dr. Islam began his academic pursuit with a B.Sc. in Civil Engineering from DUET, Bangladesh, in 2002, where he graduated with top honors and was later accredited by Engineers Australia as meeting professional engineer standards. His educational background has laid the foundation for his exceptional contributions to engineering research and teaching.

💼 Professional Experience

Dr. Md. Kamrul Islam has extensive academic and industry experience. He is currently an Associate Professor (since September 2024) and was formerly an Assistant Professor (2015–2024) at the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, King Faisal University (KFU), KSA. At KFU, he spearheaded multi-institutional research collaborations and managed projects under the Saudi Aramco Chair on Asphalt Pavement. Before joining KFU, he held faculty positions at DUET, Bangladesh, from 2003 to 2015, progressing from Lecturer to Assistant Professor. His international experience includes roles as a Casual Graduate Academic at UNSW, Australia, and as a Civil Engineer at Pacific Consultant International in Japan, where he contributed to deep-sea port planning. Earlier, he worked as a Project Implementation Officer for the Ministry of Food and Disaster Management, Bangladesh. Throughout his career, he has balanced rigorous academic teaching, research leadership, and field-level infrastructure planning with exceptional professionalism.

🏅 Awards and Recognition

Dr. Md. Kamrul Islam’s outstanding academic and research contributions have earned him multiple prestigious accolades. In 2006, he received the Furuichi Kimitake Prize from the University of Tokyo for excellence in engineering graduation, recognizing his innovative thesis and academic merit. Earlier, in 2002, he was honored with the Institute Gold Medal by the Board of Governors of DUET, Bangladesh, for securing top marks in his undergraduate studies. His research success is further exemplified by securing and completing over 50 research projects sponsored by the Deanship of Scientific Research (DSR) at King Faisal University. These achievements are a testament to his commitment to advancing engineering through research, innovation, and academic collaboration. Additionally, his role in fostering international research networks and mentoring undergraduate students highlights his dedication to academic excellence and leadership in civil and transportation engineering.

🌍 Research Skill On Engineering

Dr. Md. Kamrul Islam exhibits a dynamic portfolio of advanced research skills. He specializes in transportation engineering, stochastic modeling, and asphalt material performance. His PhD research demonstrated his ability to analyze complex transit systems using computational techniques and large-scale algorithms in MATLAB. At KFU, he led multidisciplinary projects addressing sulfur-extended asphalt, pavement benchmarking, and life-cycle assessments. Dr. Islam has developed significant expertise in analytical modeling, data simulation, and numerical approximation, often applied to real-world transport networks. His work involves integrating academic theory with field-based applications, allowing for policy-relevant insights and innovations in civil infrastructure. He has also mastered collaborative research management, coordinating with leading institutions in the USA and Japan. With strong technical acumen, conceptual clarity, and problem-solving approaches, he continues to contribute to academic advancement and sustainable engineering solutions.

📖  Publication Top Notes

  • Title: A review of the evolution of technologies to use sulphur as a pavement construction material
    Authors: N. Sakib, A. Bhasin, M.K. Islam, K. Khan, M.I. Khan
    Journal: International Journal of Pavement Engineering, 22(3), 392-403
    Citations: 40
    Year: 2021

  • Title: Towards sustainable road safety in Saudi Arabia: Exploring traffic accident causes associated with driving behavior using a Bayesian belief network
    Authors: M.M. Rahman, M.K. Islam, A. Al-Shayeb, M. Arifuzzaman
    Journal: Sustainability, 14(10), 6315
    Citations: 33
    Year: 2022

  • Title: Climate change in Bangladesh: Temperature and rainfall climatology of Bangladesh for 1949–2013 and its implication on rice yield
    Authors: E. Alam, A.E.E. Hridoy, S.M.S.H. Tusher, A.R.M.T. Islam, M.K. Islam
    Journal: PLOS ONE, 18(10), e0292668
    Citations: 29
    Year: 2023

  • Title: Predicting road crash severity using classifier models and crash hotspots
    Authors: M.K. Islam, I. Reza, U. Gazder, R. Akter, M. Arifuzzaman, M.M. Rahman
    Journal: Applied Sciences, 12(22), 11354
    Citations: 28
    Year: 2022

  • Title: Coupling of machine learning and remote sensing for soil salinity mapping in coastal area of Bangladesh
    Authors: S.K. Sarkar, R.R. Rudra, A.R. Sohan, P.C. Das, K.M.M. Ekram, S. Talukdar, …
    Journal: Scientific Reports, 13(1), 17056
    Citations: 24
    Year: 2023

  • Title: A bulk queue model for the evaluation of impact of headway variations and passenger waiting behavior on public transit performance
    Authors: M.K. Islam, U. Vandebona, V.V. Dixit, A. Sharma
    Journal: IEEE Transactions on Intelligent Transportation Systems, 15(6), 2432-2442
    Citations: 23
    Year: 2014

  • Title: Reliability analysis of public transit systems using stochastic simulation
    Authors: M.K. Islam, U. Vandebona
    Journal: Not specified
    Citations: 21
    Year: 2010

  • Title: Greenhouse gas emissions in the industrial processes and product use sector of Saudi Arabia—An emerging challenge
    Authors: M.M. Rahman, M.S. Rahman, S.R. Chowdhury, A. Elhaj, S.A. Razzak, …
    Journal: Sustainability, 14(12), 7388
    Citations: 20
    Year: 2022

  • Title: A critical, temporal analysis of Saudi Arabia’s initiatives for greenhouse gas emissions reduction in the energy sector
    Authors: M.M. Rahman, M.A. Hasan, M. Shafiullah, M.S. Rahman, M. Arifuzzaman, …
    Journal: Sustainability, 14(19), 12651
    Citations: 19
    Year: 2022

  • Title: Flood hazard mapping using GIS-based statistical model in vulnerable riparian regions of sub-tropical environment
    Authors: A. Ghosh, U. Chatterjee, S.C. Pal, A.R.M. Towfiqul Islam, E. Alam, M.K. Islam
    Journal: Geocarto International, 38(1), 2285355
    Citations: 18
    Year: 2023