My View: Qualities of a Good Researcher

I believe in five qualities a research scientist needs: first, curiosity, wanting to know more and to learn, two is creativity, able to think outside the box and imagining things that cannot be seen, three is patient, ability to accept or tolerate failures without losing motivation, four is detail-oriented, paying close attention to details and five is critical thinking and quick to solve problem; ability to thoroughly analyze information, make critical decisions to solve research. My motto is always dream big and dare to fail, never afraid to try, dare to take risks and be fearless. It is also good to constantly review our goals, vision, progress and achievements as these would motivate us and boost our self-esteem. Moreover, it is good to find a mentor and associate with a research support group with similar interests. Finally, reward ourselves when a goal is completed and never forget to take care of physical and mental health.

My Research: Contribution & Expertise

My main interest is on the development of intelligent diagnostic systems by integrating between machine vision, image processing and/or artificial intelligence. I have explored on Cervical Precancerous Diagnostic System Based on Pap Smear and ThinPrep Images, Sperm Motility Detection System Based on Semen Sample Video, and Breast Cancer Diagnostic System Based on Mammogram Images. I have also been working on Defect Detection System Based on X-Ray PCB Solder Joint Images, as well as Defect Detection System Based on Microwave Nondestructive Testing. My interest in Artificial Intelligence have led to development of new and modified architecture and learning algorithm of artificial neural networks, deep learning neural network, unsupervised clustering, and meta-heuristic algorithms. All of these are important for the development of industrial 5.0 based automated intelligent systems.