Boris Noutegomo | Natural Fibers | Excellence in Research Award

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Dr. Boris Noutegomo | Natural Fibers | Excellence in Research Award

Dr. Boris Noutegomo | University of Bamenda | Cameroon

Dr. Boris Noutegomo is an accomplished researcher and educator in mechanical and industrial engineering, with extensive experience in maintenance diagnostics, product design, and advanced manufacturing systems. His research integrates key areas such as mechanical system reliability, industrial automation, and material behavior under applied stresses. Through his work on maintenance engineering and production optimization, he has contributed to developing innovative methodologies for improving equipment performance, energy efficiency, and operational safety in industrial systems. His teaching and research activities encompass diverse subjects including computer-aided design and manufacturing, mechanics of structures, welding technologies, thermodynamics, and mechatronic systems, reflecting a broad command of engineering science. He has conducted and supervised applied research projects in areas such as the design and optimization of mechanical components, development of agro-industrial equipment, and maintenance planning for complex industrial setups. His applied industrial experience in mechanical design, manufacturing, and thermal energy systems bridges theory with real-world engineering solutions, fostering innovation and sustainable practices. Dr. Boris Noutegomo has published in reputable journals and his research has received citations demonstrating scholarly recognition (2 citations, h-index: 1). His ongoing academic engagement at prominent technical institutions contributes to advancing interdisciplinary research that links mechanical innovation, automation, and sustainability. With a focus on practical engineering solutions, reliability enhancement, and industrial productivity, Dr. Boris Noutegomo continues to make meaningful contributions to the field of mechanical and industrial engineering, demonstrating a strong alignment with the objectives of the Excellence in Research Award.

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Featured Publications

(2025). Multi-scale modelling of the hygro-mechanical behavior of Rhecktophyllum camerunense vegetable fibers. Results in Materials.

Efty Mahmud | Biodegradable Composites | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Efty Mahmud | Biodegradable Composites | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Efty Mahmud | Khulna University of Engineering & Technology | Bangladesh

Efty Mahmud is a Bangladeshi researcher and textile engineer from Burichong, Comilla. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Textile Engineering from Khulna University of Engineering & Technology (KUET) , majoring in Apparel Manufacturing Engineering with a CGPA of 3.13. His research focuses on advanced composite materials, sustainable biocomposites, and computational modeling. For his undergraduate thesis, he developed a novel polylactic acid (PLA) and jute fiber bio-composite reinforced with eggshell particle fillers, combining experimental and fuzzy logic modeling approaches to optimize mechanical and sustainable performance. Efty has authored and co-authored several research papers published or under review in reputed journals, including Results in Materials (Elsevier). He was an invited keynote speaker at the International Conference on Oil, Gas & Petroleum Engineering in Kuala Lumpur and has contributed to book chapters with Wiley–Scrivener Publishers (USA). Technically proficient in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, MATLAB, Python, and machine learning libraries, he applies data-driven modeling to material design. His achievements include a nomination for the Best Researcher Award 2025 by the International Research Awards on Fiber Reinforced Polymer and a Board Scholarship for academic excellence. As Office Secretary of the KUET Textile Club, he organized national events and led academic development initiatives. He also developed the “KuetTexbot” notes-sharing app. Fluent in Bengali and English, Efty continues to pursue innovative, sustainable solutions in textile and composite engineering.

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Featured Publications

Mahmud, E. (2025). Fabrication of PLA bio-composite reinforced with jute fiber and ESP fillers and optimization of mechanical properties via fuzzy logic approach. Results in Materials, Elsevier.