Pride Of Africa Awards

Dr. Eng. Gaston Haidak

Company:
Zhejiang Normal University
Profession:
Researcher (Postdoctoral position)
Country Base:
China
City:
Jinhua
Nationality:
Cameroon

Dr. Eng. Gaston Haidak is a distinguished researcher and innovator who earned his PhD in Computer Science and Technology, establishing himself as a leading young expert in his field. His groundbreaking research spans multidisciplinary domains, including Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Physics-Informed Neural Networks (PINNs), Dynamic Software System Development, and Artificial Intelligence (AI). As a research leader, he integrates advanced computational techniques with real-world engineering challenges, pushing the boundaries of scientific discovery and technological advancement. His contributions have been recognised through multiple high-profile awards and active participation in Chinese National Project Fundings, underscoring his role as a key figure in cutting-edge research and innovation.

Dr. Haidak’s entrepreneurial and research excellence has been consistently acknowledged through prestigious accolades. He won the Silver Prize in the 6th China International College Students’ “Internet +” Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition (2020) for S-Parking, a pioneering smart parking solution, followed by multiple wins in Zhejiang Province’s competitions, including a Silver Award for his self-powered GPS insole and a Gold Award for Clue Your Pickup Assistant an AI-driven logistics optimisation project. Beyond entrepreneurship, his academic prowess was highlighted when he received the Best Oral Presenter Prize at the International Conference on Structural Damage Modelling and Assessment (SDMA 2021, Ghent University, Belgium), showcasing his ability to bridge complex engineering concepts with clear, impactful communication.

In addition to his scientific and entrepreneurial achievements, Dr. Haidak has been recognised for his leadership and scholarly influence. He was honored as the Best Representative at the Academic Forum for Advanced International Students in the Yangtze River Delta Region, organised by the China Scholarship Council (CSC) and Zhejiang University, a testament to his ability to inspire

LIST OF AWARDS AND PRIZES:

1.            Award of Silver Prize for outstanding performance in the 6th China International College Students’ Internet + Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition (National Level). Project name: S-parking – pioneer of global urban shared smart parking service. November 2020.

2. CCB Cup 6th Zhejiang Province International Networking + College Students Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition Silver Award. Project name: the pioneer of self-powered GPS insole, October 2020.

3. Gold Award of the 6th Zhejiang Province International Networking + Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition of CCB Cup. Project name: Clue Your Pickup Assistant, October 2020.

4.            The Best Oral Presenter Prize during the International Conference on Structural Damage Modelling and Assessment. Ghent University, Belgium. (SDMA 2021) August 4-5, 2021.

5. Elected the best performance and representative during the Academic Forum for Advance International Students of Higher Education Institutions in the Yangtze River Delta Region at Zhejiang University (Hangzhou). Organised by CSC  and Zhejiang Universit