Yousaf Muhammad | Energy Conversion | Research Excellence Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yousaf Muhammad | Energy Conversion | Research Excellence Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yousaf Muhammad is a leading researcher in energy storage devices and solid oxide fuel cell technologies. With 2,946 citations and an h-index of 33, his work significantly advances low-temperature SOFCs, semiconductor electrolytes, and proton-conducting fuel cells. His research integrates materials innovation, rare-earth-doped nanoferrites, and electrochemical performance enhancement. Collaborating internationally, he contributes to renewable energy solutions, hydrogen technology, and ceramic fuel cell development for sustainable, high-efficiency energy conversion systems.

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Qingnuan Zhang | Electrochemical Energy | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Qingnuan Zhang | Electrochemical Energy | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Qingnuan Zhang of Inner Mongolia University is a leading researcher in electrochemical energy storage, with 1,751 citations across 22 publications and an h-index of 16. His work focuses on advanced lithium-ion battery technologies, including polymer electrolyte-mediated interfacial chemistry and innovative separator design. These contributions enhance battery performance, safety, and efficiency, reflecting strong impact and collaboration within the global energy materials research community.

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Wei Yang | Waste Valorization | Innovative Research Award

Dr. Wei Yang | Waste Valorization | Innovative Research Award

China 19th Metallurgical Group Corporation Limited | China

Dr. Wei Yang is an accomplished materials engineer recognized for innovative research in sustainable construction materials, with a strong focus on recycled aggregate concrete (RAC) and construction and demolition waste valorization. His work advances durability enhancement of next-generation recycled concretes through functional materials such as layered double hydroxides, revealing novel mechanisms for sulfate and chloride ion immobilization and microstructure optimization. With 16 Scopus-indexed publications, 183 citations, and an h-index of 8, his research demonstrates both originality and impact. His studies published in leading journals like Construction and Building Materials and Journal of Building Engineering significantly contribute to low-carbon, circular-economy-driven infrastructure development.

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Mohammed Jaafar Ali Alatabe | Wastewater Treatment | Editorial Board Member

Prof. Mohammed Jaafar Ali Alatabe | Wastewater Treatment | Editorial Board Member

Mustansiriyah Uniersity | Iraq

Prof. Dr. Mohammed Jaafar Ali Alatabe is an environmental and chemical engineering researcher specializing in sustainable water treatment, nanomaterials, and advanced adsorption and oxidation technologies. His work spans the development of metal-doped zinc oxide nanostructures, biodegradable chitosan-based films, and engineered bentonite and iron-based composites that enhance antibacterial performance, dye removal, oil–water separation, and pesticide degradation. He contributes significantly to wastewater purification through photocatalysis, green nanoparticle synthesis, and optimized adsorption processes aimed at industrial pollution control. With 193 citations, 22 publications, and an h-index of 11, his research continues to advance eco-friendly materials and innovative solutions for environmental sustainability.

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Alatabe, M. J. A., Jaafar, A. D., Kariem, N. O., & Sillanpää, M. E. T. (2025). Effective adsorption of chromium (III) ions from tannery effluent wastewater using cerium oxide (CeO₂) nanoparticles. Indian Chemical Engineer.

Alatabe, M. J. A. (2025). Adsorption and advanced oxidation processes for sustainable treatment of oil produced water and organic wastewater: A review. Russian Journal of Applied Chemistry.

Alatabe, M. J. A. (2025). Development of biodegradable chitosan films reinforced with zinc-exchanged bentonite for enhanced mechanical, water barrier, and antibacterial properties. Indian Chemical Engineer.

Behfar, S., Ghorbanpour, M., & Alatabe, M. J. A. (2025). Characterisation and visible light induced antibacterial activity of Cu-doped zinc oxide nanoparticles. Indian Chemical Engineer.

Alatabe, M. J. A. (2024). Sustainable water production study from simulation humid air by condensation unit. Desalination and Water Treatment.

Kailash Choudhary | Sustainable Supply Chain | Editorial Board Member

Dr. Kailash Choudhary | Sustainable Supply Chain | India

Indian Institute of Management Shillong | India

Dr. Kailash Choudhary is a leading researcher at the Indian Institute of Management Shillong whose expertise spans operations management, quantitative techniques, sustainability analytics, and green supply chain optimization. His work integrates lean principles, quality management frameworks, and environmental performance metrics to advance sustainable industrial and supply chain systems. With influential contributions in life cycle assessment, green supply chain pressures, sustainable production strategies, and performance modeling, he significantly enhances cleaner manufacturing, resource efficiency, and evidence-based decision-making. His empirical investigations in ceramics manufacturing, studies on sustainable materials, and critical reviews of green supply chain mechanisms demonstrate strong methodological depth and high industry relevance. Supported by 1,024 citations, 18 research documents, and an h-index of 11, he has established a robust global research footprint, shaping the evolution of sustainable operations and fostering greener transitions across manufacturing, construction, and logistics ecosystems.

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Choudhary, K., Gill, G., Sangwa, N. R., & Sarna, B. (2025). Utilising copper tailings as a sustainable alternative to conventional structural filling materials: LCA analysis. Built Environment Project and Asset Management.

Choudhary, K., Sangwa, N. R., & Sangwan, K. S. (2023). Comparative life cycle assessment of flooring options for sustainable buildings. Construction Innovation.

Gill, G., Choudhary, K., Mittal, R. K., Sangwan, K. S., & Arya, A. (2023). Efficient utilization of tire chip reinforced sand under footings subjected to purely inclined loads—An experimental and life cycle investigation. Environmental Science and Pollution Research.

Choudhary, K., Jakhar, S., Gakkhar, N., & Sangwan, K. S. (2022). Comparative life cycle assessments of photovoltaic thermal systems with earth water heat exchanger cooling. Procedia CIRP.

Choudhary, K., & Sangwan, K. S. (2022). Green supply chain management pressures, practices and performance: A critical literature review. Benchmarking: An International Journal.

Zhen Cong | Sustainable Development | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Zhen Cong | Sustainable Development | Best Researcher Award

Dalian University of Technology | China

Dr. Zhen Cong is an emerging scholar whose research bridges innovation management, system dynamics, and sustainable development. His academic contributions focus on enterprise innovation ecosystems, global value chain dynamics, and low-carbon economic transitions. His recent work, The Impact of Global Value Chain Embeddedness on Decarbonization in Sunset Industries, published in the International Journal of Production Economics, highlights his growing influence in sustainability and industrial transformation research. Dr. Zhen Cong has authored and co-authored several high-impact papers recognized by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC), addressing topics such as startup innovation, knowledge transfer, and institutional dynamics in multinational firms. His ongoing projects and working papers further extend into environmental management, moral disengagement in corporate ethics, supply network resilience under external shocks, and multi-objective low-carbon supply chain optimization. Leveraging advanced methodologies including system dynamics modeling, text mining, and multivariate analysis

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  • Cong, Z. Problemistic search and new product innovation performance of startups: Evidence from the Apple App Store application platform

  • Cong, Z. The impact of internal and external differentiation strategies under problemistic search on new product performance of startups: Evidence from the Apple App Store application platform

  • Cong, Z.  System dynamics study on the tacit knowledge sharing between employees and customers of knowledge service enterprise

  • Cong, Z. System dynamics analysis of enhancing enterprise innovation ability based on the perspective of knowledge acquisition

  • Cong, Z.  The system dynamics research of the effect of institutional gap on reverse knowledge transfer of multinational company: The logic of legitimacy and efficiency.

Aram Sahakyan | Renewable Energy | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Aram Sahakyan | Renewable Energy | Best Researcher Award

Alikhanyan National Science Laboratory | Armenia

Dr. Aram Sahakyan is a distinguished physicist specializing in condensed matter radiation physics and superconductor studies, with a career spanning over five decades. He graduated from Yerevan State University in 1968, earned his Ph.D. on surface states in irradiated MIS structures in 1985, and received his Doctor of Physics and Materials Science in 2013, focusing on radiation-induced effects in semiconductors and high-temperature superconductors. Dr. Sahakyan serves as a Leading Scientist at the Alikhanyan National Scientific Laboratory (Yerevan Physics Institute) and Associate Professor at the National Polytechnic University of Armenia. His research emphasizes experimental investigation of magnetic flux dynamics in high-temperature superconductors, radiation effects in solar cells, and materials behavior under near-Earth space conditions. He has authored over 100 publications, one book, and an educational monograph, with 50 presentations at scientific meetings. His international experience includes visiting positions in Germany, France, and Greece, while his project portfolio spans multiple ISTC and INCO-COPERNICUS initiatives. With 141 citations and an h-index of 6, his contributions reflect enduring impact and leadership in physics research.

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  • Sahakyan, (2023). Rates of electrically active radiation defects in proton irradiated n-type and p-type Si monocrystals. Journal of Electronic Materials.

  • Sahakyan,  (2023). New energy electron and proton irradiation effects in semiconductor materials for space applications. Physics of Particles and Nuclei Letters.

Xianghong Fang | Disposal Technology | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Xianghong Fang | Disposal Technology | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Xianghong Fang | Chongqing Electric Power College | China

Prof. Dr. Xianghong Fang is a distinguished Research Fellow and Senior Engineer, serving as Program Leader in Environmental Engineering Technology and Hydrogen Energy Technology and Application at the School of Power Engineering. Recognized as a National Certified Nuclear Safety Engineer and a High-Level Talent by the State-Owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission of Chongqing, he has made significant contributions to radioactive waste treatment, industrial wastewater management, and nuclear-biochemical detection. He previously directed the Radioactive Waste Treatment Laboratory and held influential roles in technical committees, professional societies, and expert panels across Chongqing, reflecting his leadership in the field. Prof. Dr. Xianghong Fang has served as a reviewer for leading journals in nuclear and environmental sciences and authored the textbook Nuclear Environmental Engineering. With over 20 first-author publications and more than 10 international and national patents, he has advanced innovative processes and technologies, earning recognition such as the Chongqing Electric Power Science and Technology Award.

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Fang, X. H., Fang, F., Lu, C. H., & Zheng, L. (2017). Removal of Cs⁺, Sr²⁺, and Co²⁺ ions from the mixture of organics and suspended solids aqueous solutions by zeolites. Nuclear Engineering and Technology, 49(3), 556–561.

Fang, X., Xu, Z., Luo, Y., Ren, L., & Hua, W. (2016). Removal of radionuclides from laundry wastewater containing organics and suspended solids using inorganic ion exchanger. Procedia Environmental Sciences, 31, 375–381.

Geng, Z., Fang, X., & Li, B. (2015). Study on disposal scheme of polyethylene high integrity containers (HIC). Hans Journal of Chemical Engineering and Technology, 5(2), 72–78.

Fang, X., Yang, B., & Ma, R. (2017). Research on treatment technology of radioactive waste oil. Shandong Chemical Industry, 46(7), 203–204.

Fang, X., Ma, R., & Yang, B. (2016). Study on ion exchange resin treatment performance of radioactive wastewater. Guangdong Chemical Industry, 43(24), 122–123.

Zhang Tao | Energy | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Zhang Tao | Energy | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Zhang Tao | Changsha University of Science and Technology | China

Mr. Zhang Tao is a dedicated researcher and lecturer specializing in civil and geotechnical engineering. He currently serves as a lecturer at Changsha University of Science & Technology, where he contributes to both academic instruction and scientific research. He earned his Ph.D. in Engineering from Hohai University, with a strong focus on rock mechanics and structural behavior under varying stress conditions. Prior to this, he completed his master’s degree at Liaoning Technical University and a bachelor’s degree from Hulunbuir University, where he laid the foundation for his interest in material behavior and structural analysis. His recent publication in Engineering Fracture Mechanics explores the strength, deformation, and failure characteristics of sandstone under diverse loading paths, highlighting his expertise in experimental mechanics and material performance. Mr. Zhang’s research is driven by a commitment to advancing infrastructure resilience and geomechanical understanding, making him an emerging academic with promise in the field of engineering science.

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Mr. Zhang Tao is a dynamic academic professional with a strong foundation in engineering and a growing portfolio of research contributions. He is currently serving as a lecturer at Changsha University of Science & Technology, where he is actively involved in teaching and scholarly activities in civil and geotechnical engineering. Prior to his current role, he pursued doctoral studies at Hohai University, where he conducted extensive research in rock mechanics and material behavior under complex stress conditions. His academic journey began at Hulunbuir University, where he completed his undergraduate studies in engineering, and continued with a master’s degree at Liaoning Technical University, further strengthening his technical expertise in structural and material engineering. Throughout his education, Mr. Zhang has demonstrated a consistent commitment to academic excellence and scientific inquiry. His comprehensive educational background provides a solid platform for his future contributions to the fields of structural engineering and material performance analysis.

Research Focus

Mr. Zhang Tao’s research spans a broad and interdisciplinary range of scientific domains, with primary focus areas in biomedical applications, environmental sustainability, materials science, and advanced energy technologies. His work reflects a strong emphasis on nanomaterials, biopolymers, and smart materials, particularly in enhancing the mechanical and thermal properties of polymers, as seen in his studies on fracture toughness and DNA hydrogels. He also contributes significantly to genome editing technologies, particularly CRISPR systems in plants, showcasing expertise in molecular biology. His involvement in urban land use mapping, ecological modeling, and the environmental impact of agricultural practices demonstrates his commitment to sustainability and earth system science. In parallel, his research in lithium-ion batteries, electrocatalysis, and corrosion science highlights his interest in energy storage and material durability. His publications reflect a multidisciplinary approach, combining experimental, theoretical, and computational methods to address pressing global challenges in health, energy, environment, and infrastructure

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Probable pangolin origin of SARS-CoV-2 associated with the COVID-19 outbreak
Year: 2020
Citations: 2180

Improving the fracture toughness and the strength of epoxy using nanomaterials–a review of the current status
Year: 2015
Citations: 869

A CRISPR–Cpf1 system for efficient genome editing and transcriptional repression in plants
Year: 2017
Citations: 712

Vegetation demographics in Earth System Models: A review of progress and priorities
Year: 2018
Citations: 650

Mapping essential urban land use categories in China (EULUC-China): Preliminary results for 2018
Year: 2020
Citations: 539

Self‐assembled DNA hydrogels with designable thermal and enzymatic responsiveness
Year: 2011
Citations: 486

Strong Electronic Interaction in Dual‐Cation‐Incorporated NiSe2 Nanosheets with Lattice Distortion for Highly Efficient Overall Water Splitting
Year: 2018
Citations: 471

A robust ion‐conductive biopolymer as a binder for Si anodes of lithium‐ion batteries
Year: 2015
Citations: 446

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Mr. Zhang Tao presents a highly distinguished research portfolio with extensive citation metrics and multidisciplinary impact, making him a compelling candidate for the Best Researcher Award. However, verifying the specificity of his authorship across publications and showcasing more independent research leadership would solidify his standing further. Based on available data, he is a strong and deserving nominee with significant potential for long-term scientific leadership.

Ali Ihsan Aygun | Energy | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Ali Ihsan Aygun | Energy | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Ali Ihsan Aygun, Duzce University, Turkey

Dr. Ali Ihsan Aygun is an Assistant Professor at Duzce University, Turkey, specializing in ⚡power systems and smart grids. He earned his PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte 🇺🇸 with a perfect GPA of 4.00. His research focuses on electric vehicle charging optimization, smart grid control, and energy efficiency 🚗🔋. He has published extensively in prestigious IEEE journals and conferences 📚. Dr. Aygun is proficient in tools like Matlab, Simulink, and Python 🧠💻. His international academic background and impactful innovations make him a leading voice in next-generation energy systems

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🎓 Education Background

Dr. Ali Ihsan Aygun holds a PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte 🇺🇸, completed in December 2022 with a perfect GPA of 4.00 🧠. He earned his MS in the same field from George Washington University, Washington DC, in 2018 with a GPA of 3.33 🎓. Prior to that, he began a second MS at Yıldız Technical University 🇹🇷 but chose to pursue international opportunities. He also completed his BSc in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from Yıldız Technical University in 2014, graduating

💼 Professional Experience

Dr. Ali Ihsan Aygun is currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Duzce University 🇹🇷 since February 2022, teaching and researching in Power Systems and Smart Grids ⚡. Previously, he was a Graduate Research Assistant at UNCC 🇺🇸, where he developed smart charging algorithms, hybrid EV routing systems 🚗🔋, and hardware testbeds for microgrid applications. As a Teaching Assistant, he supported courses like Logic and Network Lab and Network Theory 📘. Earlier, he worked as a Project Manager at Heper Moonlight Corp in Istanbul, managing lighting projects using Dialux and AutoCAD

🔬 Research Focus

Dr. Ali Ihsan Aygun’s research is centered on Electric Vehicles (EVs) 🚗🔋, Smart Grids ⚡, and Power System Optimization 📉. His work emphasizes developing intelligent charging algorithms, real-time energy management, and decentralized EV fleet control to enhance grid reliability and operational efficiency 🧠🔌. He is also involved in microgrid technologies, frequency regulation, and dynamic speed optimization within EV infrastructure 🌐⚙️. With contributions to IEEE journals and global conferences, Dr. Aygun focuses on making energy systems more sustainable, scalable, and smart through advanced computational and control methods

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📘 Centralized Charging Approach to Manage Electric Vehicle Fleets for Balanced Grid – Cited by: 10 📊 | Year: 2022 📅
📘 Inverter-Angle-Induced Optimized Frequency Regulation Approach for AC–DC Microgrids – Cited by: 7 📊 | Year: 2022 📅
📘 Optimal Hybrid Management of EV Fleet Charging & Load Scheduling – Cited by: 4 📊 | Year: 2024 📅
📘 Two-Stage Optimal EV Charging Methodology with Aggregators – Cited by: 3 📊 | Year: 2024 📅
📘 Optimal Approach to Manage EV Fleets Routing – Cited by: 3 📊 | Year: 2022 📅
📘 ADMM-Based Optimal EV Fleets Charging in Active Distribution Network – Cited by: 2 📊 | Year: 2022 📅
📘 Smart Charging Algorithms for EVs: Addressing Grid Stress – Year: 2024 📅
📘 Distributed Generation Approach with Charging Stations – Year: 2024 📅
📘 Dynamic Speed Optimization for Electric Vehicles – Year: 2024 📅
📘 Optimal Energy Management of Power Grid with EVs & Flexible Loads – Year: 2023 📅