Prof. Jean-Patrick Connerade | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Jean-Patrick Connerade | Best Researcher Award

Imperial College London | United Kingdom

Jean-Patrick Connerade is an Emeritus Professor of Physics at Imperial College London and a distinguished member of the European Academy of Sciences, Arts and Letters (EASAL) in Paris. He holds a Doctor of Science (D.Sc.) degree from the University of London and has made pioneering contributions to atomic and molecular physics, particularly in the study of quantum confinement, atomic structure, and resonances in confined atoms and ions. Over his illustrious career, Professor Connerade has published more than 213 scientific documents, amassing 4,363 citations and achieving an impressive h-index of 30, reflecting his enduring impact on the global scientific community. His notable works include “The Arrow of Time in Quantum Theory” (2025), “The Atom at the Heart of Physics” (2023), and studies on C₆₀ spin-charging and confinement resonances. A prolific author and thought leader, he has contributed extensively to understanding the fundamental behavior of atoms under confinement and the crossover between simple and complex quantum systems. Recognized internationally for his scholarship, Professor Connerade continues to inspire physicists worldwide through his deep insights into atomic theory and his leadership in advancing interdisciplinary research in quantum and optical physics.

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Featured Publications

Connerade, J. P. (2025). The arrow of time in quantum theory. Atoms, 13(11), 86. https://doi.org/10.3390/atoms13110086

Connerade, J. P. (2023). The atom at the heart of physics. Atoms.

Connerade, J. P. (2021). A new angle on resonances in confined atoms and ions. Physica Scripta.

Connerade, J. P. (2018). On the perturbation of the 6snd 1,3D₂ series by the 5d7d 1D₂ state of barium. Laser Physics.

Connerade, J. P. (2015). C₆₀ spin-charging with an eye on a quantum computer. Journal of Physics B: Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics.

Connerade, J. P. (2010). Initial considerations on the relationship between the optical absorption and the thermal conductivity in dielectrics. Journal of Physics D: Applied Physics.

Prof. Dr. Rabha Ibrahim | Quantum Theory Award

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Prof. Dr. Rabha Ibrahim | Quantum Theory Award

 

Dr. Rabha Wael Ibrahim | Istanbul Okan University | Turkey

Dr. Rabha Wael Ibrahim is a distinguished researcher in mathematical sciences and computational systems, currently serving as a Professor at Istanbul Okan University, Turkey. With a prolific academic and research career spanning complex systems, fractional calculus, quantum computing, and image processing, Dr. Ibrahim has emerged as a leading voice in the advancement of theoretical and applied mathematics.

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Education

Dr. Rabha Wael Ibrahim earned her Ph.D. in Complex Systems from the Centre for Modelling and Data Sciences at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) in 2011. She later completed her postdoctoral research in Cloud Computing at the University of Malaya in 2016, focusing on emerging computational systems. To further enhance her data-driven research capabilities, she obtained a Google Data Analytics Certificate from Coursera (USA) in 2022.

Research Interests

Dr. Rabha Wael Ibrahim’s research expertise spans several interdisciplinary domains, with a strong foundation in both theoretical and applied mathematics. Her core areas of specialization include fractional calculus in both real and complex domains, mathematical modeling, and differential equations. She has also made significant contributions to geometric function theory, quantum computing, and the study of complex and cloud systems. Additionally, her work in image processing and pattern recognition bridges the gap between mathematics and computational intelligence, reflecting her versatile and innovative approach to scientific research.

Academic Positions

Dr. Rabha Wael Ibrahim currently serves as a Professor at Istanbul Okan University in Turkey (2024–Present) and holds concurrent research appointments at Alayen University (2023–Present) and Near East University in Cyprus (2022–2025). Her international academic career also includes research roles at the Lebanese American University in Lebanon (2022–2023) and Ton Duc Thang University in Vietnam, where she was a Senior Researcher from 2019 to 2021. Previously, she served as an Associate Professor at the Modern College of Business and Science in Oman (2017–2019) and as a Senior Lecturer and Researcher at the University of Malaya, Malaysia (2011–2016), contributing to a wide range of interdisciplinary research and teaching initiatives across the globe.

Selected Publications

Jamshed, W., Nisar, K.S., Ibrahim, R.W., Shahzad, F., & Eid, M.R. (2021). Thermal expansion optimization in solar aircraft using tangent hyperbolic hybrid nanofluid: A solar thermal application. Journal of Materials Research and Technology, 14, 985–1006. [Citations: 191]

Hasan, A.M., Al-Jawad, M.M., Jalab, H.A., Shaiba, H., Ibrahim, R.W., et al. (2020). Classification of COVID-19, pneumonia, and healthy lungs in CT scans using Q-deformed entropy and deep learning features. Entropy, 22(5), 517. [Citations: 179]

Ibrahim, R.W. (2012). Generalized Ulam–Hyers stability for fractional differential equations. International Journal of Mathematics, 23(05), 1250056. [Citations: 167]

Ibrahim, R.W., & Momani, S. (2007). On the existence and uniqueness of solutions of a class of fractional differential equations. Journal of Mathematical Analysis and Applications, 334(1), 1–10. [Citations: 166]

Jamshed, W., Nisar, K.S., Ibrahim, R.W., Mukhtar, T., Vijayakumar, V., & Ahmad, F. (2021). Computational framework of Cattaneo-Christov heat flux effects on engine oil-based Williamson hybrid nanofluids: A thermal case study. Case Studies in Thermal Engineering, 26, 101179. [Citations: 155]

Conclusion

Dr. Rabha Wael Ibrahim is a globally recognized researcher who has significantly contributed to the fields of applied mathematics, fractional calculus, and computational sciences. Her interdisciplinary approach, publication impact, and mentorship have shaped mathematical research and inspired new generations of scientists across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.