Ms. TRAN THI BICH CHAU VO | Industrial Engineering and Management | Best Researcher Award

Ms. TRAN THI BICH CHAU VO | Industrial Engineering and Management | Best Researcher Award

Ms. TRAN THI BICH CHAU VO , National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Taiwan

Ms. Tran Thi Bich Chau Vo is a distinguished researcher in the field of Industrial Engineering and Management. She earned her Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Industrial Engineering from leading institutions in Vietnam. Currently, Ms. Vo is recognized for her innovative research on optimizing industrial processes and improving management strategies.

Her research focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and integrating advanced technologies in industrial settings. Ms. Vo has published several influential papers in renowned journals and has actively contributed to conferences and workshops in her field.

Her work has made a significant impact on both academic research and practical applications in industrial engineering, making her a deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

Publication profile

Education and Training

Ms. Tran Thi Bich Chau Vo is a dedicated academic and practitioner in Industrial Engineering and Management with extensive experience in both educational and industry settings. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering and Management at National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Taiwan, expected to be completed by December 2024. Her research focuses on “Improving Processing Efficiency through Workflow Process Reengineering, Simulation, and Value Stream Mapping.”

Previously, Ms. Vo earned a Master of Engineering in Industrial and Systems Engineering from Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology, Vietnam National University, where her thesis was on the “Effects of Lean Manufacturing in a Garment Line at Thanhcong Textile Garment Investment Trading Joint Stock Company (TCG).” She also holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Garment Technology and Fashion from Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education, with a thesis on “Researching the Improved Pattern for the Production Department in An Phu Chau Company.”

Ms. Vo has worked in various roles, including as a Lecturer in the Faculty of Industrial Management at Can Tho University and as Head of the Research & Development Department at TCG. Her industry experience extends to positions at Garment Fashion Limited and a background in simulation and process improvement.

Fluent in Vietnamese and proficient in English, with basic knowledge of Japanese, Ms. Vo has demonstrated strong social, intercultural, and organizational skills. She has been actively involved in academic reviews for journals and conferences and has led several research projects on topics such as Lean Manufacturing and optimization models in supply chains. Her contributions also include significant research grants and projects related to production efficiency and green waste management.

Her expertise in industrial engineering, combined with her academic background and practical experience, underscores her commitment to advancing the field of industrial management.

 

Working Experiances

Ms. Tran Thi Bich Chau Vo has held several notable positions in her career. From October 2012 to July 2014, she served as a Lecturer at the Faculty of Industrial Management at Can Tho University, located on 3/2 Street, Ninh Kieu District, Can Tho City, Vietnam. Prior to this role, she was the Head of the Research & Development Department at Thanhcong Textile Garment Investment Trading Joint Stock Company (TCG) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from April 2011 to September 2012. Additionally, Ms. Vo began her professional journey as a staff member in the Work Study Department at Garment Fashion Limited in Bien Hoa, Vietnam.

Publication Top Notes

  • Wang, C. N., Vo, T. T. B. C., Hsu, H. P., Chung, Y. C., Nguyen, N. T., & Nhieu, N. L. (2024). Improving processing efficiency through workflow process reengineering, simulation and value stream mapping: A case study of business process reengineering. Business Process Management Journal. https://doi.org/10.1108/BPMJ-11-2023-0869
  • Wang, C. N., Vo, T. T. B. C., Chung, Y. C., Amer, Y., & Truc Doan, L. T. (2024). Improvement of manufacturing process based on value stream mapping: A case study. Engineering Management Journal, 36(3), 300-318. https://doi.org/10.1080/10429247.2023.2265793
  • Nguyen, N. T., Vo, T. S., Tran-Nguyen, P. L., Nguyen, M. N., Matsuhashi, R., Kim, K., & Vo, T. T. B. C. (2024). A comprehensive review of aeration and wastewater treatment. Aquaculture, 741113. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aquaculture.2024.741113
  • Tien Nguyen, N., Tran-Nguyen, P. L., & Vo, T. T. B. C. (2024). Advances in aeration and wastewater treatment in shrimp farming: Emerging trends, current challenges, and future perspectives. AQUA—Water Infrastructure, Ecosystems and Society, 73(5), 902-916. https://doi.org/10.2166/aqua.2024.328
  • Vo, T. S., Hoang, T., Vo, T. T. B. C., Jeon, B., Nguyen, V. H., & Kim, K. (2024). Recent trends of bioanalytical sensors with smart health monitoring systems: From materials to applications. Advanced Healthcare Materials, 2303923. https://doi.org/10.1002/adhm.202303923
  • Truong, H. Q., Nguyen, L. T., Bich, C. V. T. T., Nguyen, P. H., & Thu, H. H. T. (2023, February). The impact of buy-back policy and coordination on two-stage supply chain optimization: A computational study of black tiger shrimp supply chain in Vietnam. In AIP Conference Proceedings (Vol. 2482, No. 1). AIP Publishing. https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0111315
  • Thuy, N. T. L., Chau, V. T. T. B., Phong, H. T., & Tham, T. T. (2023, February). Risk priority and risk mitigation approach based on house of risk: A case study with aquaculture supply chain in Vietnam. In AIP Conference Proceedings (Vol. 2482, No. 1). AIP Publishing. https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0113972
  • Tien, N. N., Chau, V. T. T. B., & Hoan, P. V. (2023, February). Optimal microgrid design and operation for sustainable shrimp farming. In AIP Conference Proceedings (Vol. 2482, No. 1). AIP Publishing. https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0110433
  • Nguyen, N. T., Vo, T. T. B. C., Le, P. H., & Wang, C. N. (2023). Improving inventory time in production line through value stream mapping: A case study. Journal of Engineering Science & Technology Review, 16(1), 33-43. ISSN: 1791-2377. Publisher: Kavala Institute of Technology. doi:10.25103/jestr.161.05
  • Vo, T. T. B. C., Nguyen, N. T., Nguyen, T.-D., Phan, V. Q., Vu, D. Q., & Wang, C. N. (2023). Advancements in smart manufacturing through the development of a digital twin platform for smart agents: A review. Proceedings of the International Scientific Conference (ISC) – 2023 “Promoting Academic Capacity and Scientific Research of Learners Adapting to Digital Transformation and Artificial Intelligence”, 218-229

Soroush Safarzadeh | Industrial Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr. Soroush Safarzadeh | Industrial Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr. Soroush Safarzadeh, Quchan University of Technology, Iran

Assistant Professor Dr. Soroush Safarzadeh would be a strong candidate for the “Research for Best Researcher Award” based on the following considerations:

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Educational Background

Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering from Isfahan University of Technology with a thesis focused on game theory and energy efficiency. 🌟

Teaching Experience

Extensive teaching roles at Ferdowsi University of Mashhad and Quchan University of Technology, covering a range of subjects in industrial engineering and management. 📚

Research Contributions

Over 20 publications in high-impact journals such as Energy, Journal of Cleaner Production, and Applied Energy. His research spans game theory, energy efficiency, and sustainable development. 📈

Editorial and Review Roles

Active reviewer for prestigious journals including Energy Conversion and Management, Journal of Cleaner Production, and Applied Energy. 🕵️‍♂️

Awards and Honors

Recognized for academic excellence with a full scholarship during his M.Sc. and a top rank in the national entrance exam for industrial engineering schools. 🏆

Technical Consultancy

Provided expert consultancy for Khorasan Regional Electric Company and Neyrperse Company, contributing to research-oriented projects and practical industry solutions. 🛠️

Publication Top Notes

  • A group multi-criteria decision-making based on best-worst method
    • 📑 Cited by: 134 | Year: 2018
  • A game theoretic approach for pricing policies in a duopolistic supply chain considering energy productivity, industrial rebound effect, and government policies
    • 📑 Cited by: 104 | Year: 2019
  • A game theoretic approach for assessing residential energy-efficiency program considering rebound, consumer behavior, and government policies
    • 📑 Cited by: 97 | Year: 2019
  • A review of optimal energy policy instruments on industrial energy efficiency programs, rebound effects, and government policies
    • 📑 Cited by: 94 | Year: 2020
  • Solving an extended multi-row facility layout problem with fuzzy clearances using GA
    • 📑 Cited by: 56 | Year: 2017
  • A hybrid evolutionary game-theoretic and system dynamics approach for analysis of implementation strategies of green technological innovation under government intervention
    • 📑 Cited by: 39 | Year: 2022
  • Effects of governmental policies on energy-efficiency improvement of hydrogen fuel cell cars: A game-theoretic approach
    • 📑 Cited by: 38 | Year: 2022
  • A duopolistic game for designing a comprehensive energy-efficiency scheme regarding consumer features: Which energy policy is the best?
    • 📑 Cited by: 34 | Year: 2020
  • Energy supply chain empowerment through tradable green and white certificates: A pathway to sustainable energy generation
    • 📑 Cited by: 28 | Year: 2022
  • A game theoretic approach for the duopoly pricing of energy-efficient appliances regarding innovation protection and social welfare
    • 📑 Cited by: 28 | Year: 2020
  • Time-Of-Use pricing in an energy sustainable supply chain with government interventions: A game theory approach
    • 📑 Cited by: 27 | Year: 2022
  • A modified lexicographic semi-order model using the best-worst method
    • 📑 Cited by: 16 | Year: 2018
  • A heuristic scheduling method for the pipe-spool fabrication process
    • 📑 Cited by: 16* | Year: 2018
  • Producing two substitutable products under a supply chain including two manufacturers and one retailer: A game-theoretic approach
    • 📑 Cited by: 7 | Year: 2023
  • Product safety assessment in a dairy dual-channel supply chain using game theory
    • 📑 Cited by: 2 | Year: 2024
  • Vehicle pricing considering EVs promotion and public transportation investment under governmental policies on sustainable transportation development: The case of Norway
    • 📑 Cited by: 1 | Year: 2024
  • An Evolutionary Game-Theoretic Approach for Analysis of Green Innovation and Environmental Performance of Tech Firms under Stakeholders’ Policies Based on System Dynamics
    • 📑 Cited by: 1 | Year: 2024
  • Investigating big data investment in a three-level green supply chain: A game theoretic approach
    • Year: 2025
  • A game theoretic approach for green supply chain management in a big data environment considering cost-sharing models
    •  Year: 2024
  • A game theoretic approach for tradable white certificates regarding energy rebound and government intervention
    •  Year: 2024

Conclusion

Dr. Safarzadeh’s extensive research, significant teaching contributions, and active involvement in academic and industry-related activities demonstrate a high level of expertise and impact in his field. His strong publication record and roles as a journal reviewer further highlight his commitment to advancing industrial engineering research, making him a suitable candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award.