Roonak Daghigh | Solar Energy | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Roonak Daghigh | Solar Energy | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at University of Kurdistan, Iran

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Roonak Daghigh is a distinguished researcher and academic in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Kurdistan, Iran. She holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering-Energy Conversion from the National University of Malaysia (UKM), with a focus on photovoltaic thermal heat pumps. She has served as Dean of the Faculty of Engineering and held key leadership roles at UOK. Recognized among the Top 2% scientists by Stanford University (2021-2024), her expertise spans energy studies, renewable energy, solar thermal systems, and HVAC. Dr. Daghigh has authored 65+ peer-reviewed articles with 2049 citations, an h-index of 25, and an i10-index of 38. She is an active reviewer for high-impact journals and has received multiple international awards.

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Education ๐ŸŽ“

Dr. Daghigh earned her Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering-Energy Conversion from the National University of Malaysia (UKM) in 2011, specializing in photovoltaic thermal heat pumps for water heating, drying, and cooling. She completed her M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering at University Putra Malaysia (UPM) in 2008, focusing on air exchange effectiveness in thermal comfort. Her B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering – Process Design of Oil Industries from Iran University of Science and Technology (IUST) involved research on rust protection systems for buried pipelines using sacrificial anodes. She conducted part of her Ph.D. research at the Solar Energy Research Institute (SERI) in Malaysia.

Experience ๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿซ

Dr. Daghigh has been an Associate Professor at the University of Kurdistan since 2017, previously serving as an Assistant Professor (2013-2017). She held leadership roles, including Dean of the Faculty of Engineering (2022-2025), Deputy of Research (2018-2022), and Head of the Technology Incubation Centre (2015-2018). Before academia, she was an advisor at the Institute of Standards & Industrial Research of Iran (2011-2013). She is an editorial board member, keynote speaker, and active participant in technical committees for national and international events.

Awards and Honors ๐Ÿ†

Dr. Daghigh has been recognized as a Top 2% scientist by Stanford University (2021-2024) and the Islamic World Science Citation Center (2024). She was named Top Department Researcher in 2014, 2015, 2021, and 2023. She received the Excellence in Reviewing Award from Elsevier and multiple medals at international innovation exhibitions in Malaysia, including gold at ITEX 2009. Her work has won best paper awards, including at the WSEAS Renewable Energy Sources Conference in Spain.

Research Focus ๐Ÿ”ฌ

Dr. Daghigh specializes in energy studies, with a strong focus on renewable energy technologies, including solar energy conversion, fuel cells, and HVAC systems. Her research covers photovoltaic thermal systems, solar thermal applications, indoor air quality, and clean room technology. She has contributed significantly to applied energy solutions for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. Her research integrates sustainability with advanced thermal management techniques.

Publication Top Notes

๐Ÿ“— Advances in liquid based photovoltaic/thermal (PV/T) collectors โ€“ R Daghigh, MH Ruslan, K Sopian | Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews | 232 citations | 2011

๐ŸŒž Review of solar assisted heat pump drying systems for agricultural and marine products โ€“ R Daghigh, MH Ruslan, MY Sulaiman, K Sopian | Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews | 176 citations | 2010

๐Ÿ”ฅ Theoretical and experimental analysis of thermal performance of a solar water heating system with evacuated tube heat pipe collector โ€“ R Daghigh, A Shafieian | Applied Thermal Engineering | 147 citations | 2016

๐Ÿข Hybrid photovoltaic thermal (PV/T) air and water based solar collectors suitable for building integrated applications โ€“ A Ibrahim, GL Jin, R Daghigh, MHM Salleh, MY Othman, MH Ruslan, … | American Journal of Environmental Sciences | 117 citations | 2009

๐Ÿ”ณ Evaluation of single-pass photovoltaic-thermal air collector with rectangle tunnel absorber โ€“ GL Jin, A Ibrahim, YK Chean, R Daghigh, H Ruslan, S Mat, MY Othman, … | American Journal of Applied Sciences | 110 citations | 2010

๐ŸŒ Assessing the thermal comfort and ventilation in Malaysia and the surrounding regions โ€“ R Daghigh | Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews | 107 citations | 2015

๐Ÿ”‹ Predicting the performance of amorphous and crystalline silicon based photovoltaic solar thermal collectors โ€“ R Daghigh, A Ibrahim, GL Jin, MH Ruslan, K Sopian | Energy Conversion and Management | 107 citations | 2011

โ˜€๏ธ An experimental study of a heat pipe evacuated tube solar dryer with heat recovery system โ€“ R Daghigh, A Shafieian | Renewable Energy | 90 citations | 2016

๐Ÿ”„ A multistate investigation of a solar dryer coupled with photovoltaic thermal collector and evacuated tube collector โ€“ R Daghigh, R Shahidian, H Oramipoor | Solar Energy | 72 citations | 2020

๐Ÿค– Techno-economic estimation of a non-cover box solar still with thermoelectric and antiseptic nanofluid using machine learning models โ€“ S Nazari, M Najafzadeh, R Daghigh | Applied Thermal Engineering | 62 citations | 2022

๐Ÿš— Artificial intelligence/machine learning in energy management systems, control, and optimization of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles โ€“ M Fayyazi, P Sardar, SI Thomas, R Daghigh, A Jamali, T Esch, H Kemper, … | Sustainability | 59 citations | 2023

๐Ÿ  Ventilation parameters and thermal comfort of naturally and mechanically ventilated offices โ€“ R Daghigh, NM Adam, BB Sahari | Indoor and Built Environment | 56 citations | 2009

โ„๏ธ Effective design, theoretical and experimental assessment of a solar thermoelectric cooling-heating system โ€“ R Daghigh, Y Khaledian | Solar Energy | 53 citations | 2018

๐Ÿ”„ Energy-exergy analysis of a multipurpose evacuated tube heat pipe solar water heating-drying system โ€“ R Daghigh, A Shafieian | Experimental Thermal and Fluid Science | 51 citations | 2016

๐Ÿ’ง Techno-enviro-exergo-economic and water hygiene assessment of non-cover box solar still employing parabolic dish concentrator and thermoelectric peltier effect โ€“ S Nazari, R Daghigh | Process Safety and Environmental Protection | 44 citations | 2022

โš™๏ธ Improving the performance of heat pipe embedded evacuated tube collector with nanofluids and auxiliary gas system โ€“ R Daghigh, P Zandi | Renewable Energy | 43 citations | 2019

โ™จ๏ธ Experimental analysis of heat transfer in spiral coils using nanofluids and coil geometry change in a solar system โ€“ R Daghigh, Z Pooya | Applied Thermal Engineering | 41 citations | 2018

 

Roghayeh Gavagsaz-ghoachani | Photovoltaic system | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Roghayeh Gavagsaz-ghoachani | Photovoltaic system | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Roghayeh Gavagsaz-ghoachani, Shahid Beheshti University, Iran

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Roghayeh Gavagsaz-Ghoachani is an expert in Electrical Engineering, with a Ph.D. from the University of Lorraine, France. She has earned several awards, including the ICOME 2024 and ELECTRIMACS 2019 Best Paper Prizes. Dr. Gavagsaz-Ghoachani has published 47 journal papers and 136 conference papers. Currently, she serves as an Associate Professor at Shahid Beheshti University, Iran. Her research focuses on photovoltaic systems, DC microgrids, and power electronics. She is a reviewer for prominent journals like IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics. ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿ”‹๐Ÿ“ก๐Ÿ’ก

 

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Education ๐Ÿ“š๐ŸŽ“

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Roghayeh Gavagsaz-Ghoachani is a highly qualified Electrical Engineering expert. She earned her Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Lorraine, France, in 2012. Prior to that, she completed her M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering from Institut National Polytechnique de Lorraine, France, in 2007. She began her academic journey with a B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering from Ferdowsi University, Mashhad, Iran, in 1994. Dr. Gavagsaz-Ghoachaniโ€™s academic path reflects a strong foundation in electrical engineering, contributing to her extensive research and teaching career. ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ”Œ๐Ÿ’ก

 

Awards and Recognition ๐Ÿ†๐ŸŽ–๏ธ

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Roghayeh Gavagsaz-Ghoachani has received numerous accolades for her outstanding contributions to Electrical Engineering. She was honored with the ICOME 2024 Best Paper Prize and the EVER 2013 Best Paper Prize, recognizing her excellence in research. In 2021, she received the ICREDG Best Paper Prize, followed by another ICREDG Best Paper Prize in 2019. Dr. Gavagsaz-Ghoachani also earned the ELECTRIMACS 2019 Best Paper Prize for her impactful work in the field. These prestigious awards highlight her significant academic achievements and contributions to the engineering community. ๐ŸŒŸ๐Ÿ“„๐Ÿ”ฌ

 

Professional Experience ๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿซ๐ŸŒ

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Roghayeh Gavagsaz-Ghoachani has an impressive academic career spanning multiple prestigious institutions. Since January 2016, she has served as an Associate Professor at Shahid Beheshti University in Iran, where she continues to contribute significantly to the field of Electrical Engineering. Prior to this, from 2012 to 2016, she worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the renowned Universitรฉ de Lorraine in France. Her diverse professional experiences across both academic and research environments have greatly enriched her expertise and helped shape her distinguished career. ๐Ÿซ๐Ÿ”ฌ๐Ÿ’ผ

 

Research Focus

Roghayeh Gavagsaz-Ghoachani is a researcher with a strong focus on power electronics, control systems, and renewable energy applications. Her work includes control techniques for DC microgrids, modular converters, photovoltaic systems, and fuel cell applications. She has contributed to advancements in voltage regulation, energy efficiency, and the development of robust control systems for power converters, including the use of nonlinear observers and flatness-based control. Her research also delves into educational innovations, such as video-on-demand learning in engineering. ๐Ÿ”‹โšก๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿ”ง๐Ÿ“ก

 

Publication Top Notes

  • Decentralized Control of DC Microgrids Using Interconnection and Damping Assignment Passivity-Based Control Technique: Experimental Verification
    IEEE Access
    2024 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.1109/ACCESS.2024.3463690
  • Enhancement of the Commandable Areas of a Modular DCโ€“DC Converter With Anti-Windup Synthesis in Fuel Cell Systems
    IEEE Access
    2024 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.1109/ACCESS.2024.3423456
  • Sustainable Education for Sustainable Future: Art of Storytelling for Enhancing Creativity, Knowledge Retention on the Acme of Successful Education
    IEEE Access
    2024 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.1109/ACCESS.2024.3432030
  • A fast and precise double-diode model for predicting photovoltaic panel electrical behavior in variable environmental conditions
    International Journal of Ambient Energy
    2023-12-31 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.1080/01430750.2023.2173290
  • Revolutionizing Engineering Education: Exploring Experimental Video-on-Demand for Learning
    International Journal of Engineering Pedagogy (iJEP)
    2023-10-25 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.3991/ijep.v13i7.41683
  • Robust Flatness-Based Control With Nonlinear Observer for Boost Converters
    IEEE Transactions on Transportation Electrification
    2023-03 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.1109/TTE.2022.3192217
  • Cascaded Controller for Controlling DC Bus Voltage in Mismatched Input Powers
    IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics
    2022-11 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.1109/TPEL.2022.3186233
  • Operating Mode Analysis of a Modular Converter: Experimental Validation
    IEEE Transactions on Industry Applications
    2022-07 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.1109/TIA.2022.3171527

 

 

 

 

Sam Hsien-Yi Hsu | Solar Energy | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Sam Hsien-Yi Hsu | Solar Energy | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Sam Hsien-Yi Hsu, City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Prof. Sam Hsien-Yi Hsu is a tenured Associate Professor at the School of Energy and Environment, and the Department of Materials Science and Engineering (Affiliate), City University of Hong Kong. He earned his Ph.D. in Macromolecular Engineering from the University of Florida and completed postdoctoral research at the University of Texas at Austin under Prof. Allen J. Bard. With expertise in materials chemistry, photovoltaics, and energy solutions, Prof. Hsu has held key roles in academia and industry. His professional services include committee memberships at CityU and international collaborations. He has also served as a Visiting Professor in France. ๐ŸŒโšก๐Ÿ”ฌ

 

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Academic Appointment

Prof. Sam Hsien-Yi Hsu currently holds two tenured associate professor positions at City University of Hong Kong in the School of Energy and Environment and the Department of Materials Science and Engineering. His previous academic roles include assistant professor positions and a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Texas at Austin. This extensive academic background highlights his expertise in energy, environment, and materials science, making him highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award.

Academic Qualification

Prof. Hsu earned his Ph.D. in Macromolecular Engineering and Physical Chemistry from the University of Florida, working with prominent scholars like Prof. Kirk S. Schanze. He also holds a Master’s degree in Materials Chemistry from National Taiwan University and a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from National Chung-Hsing University. His academic credentials are solid, contributing to his advanced research in materials science and engineering.

Professional Experience

His experience spans various institutions and research centers globally, including a visiting professorship at the Universitรฉ de Rennes 1, France, and significant research contributions at the University of Texas at Austin. He also has industry experience as an Associate Researcher at the Photovoltaics Technology Center and roles in marketing and process engineering, demonstrating his versatile expertise in both academia and industry.

Professional Services

Prof. Hsu has served on multiple committees at City University, including the Quality Assurance Committee and Research Degree Programme Committee. He also holds memberships in professional societies such as the Overseas Chinese Environmental Engineers and Scientists Association. His engagement in professional services reflects his commitment to advancing his field, further enhancing his candidacy for the award.

Publication Top Notes ย 

  • High-performance large-area quasi-2D perovskite light-emitting diodes โ€“ 214 citations, 2021 ๐Ÿ“‘โœจ
  • A Review on Morphology Engineering for Highly Efficient and Stable Hybrid Perovskite Solar Cells โ€“ 205 citations, 2018 ๐Ÿ”ฌ๐Ÿ”‹
  • Atomically dispersed iron metal site in a porphyrin-based metalโ€“organic framework for photocatalytic nitrogen fixation โ€“ 149 citations, 2021 โš›๏ธ๐ŸŒฟ
  • Sustainability metrics of pretreatment processes in a waste derived lignocellulosic biomass biorefinery โ€“ 128 citations, 2020 โ™ป๏ธ๐ŸŒพ
  • High-performance photodetectors based on solution-processed epitaxial grown hybrid halide perovskites โ€“ 121 citations, 2018 ๐Ÿ“ธโšก
  • In situ formation of bismuthโ€based perovskite heterostructures for highโ€performance cocatalystโ€free photocatalytic hydrogen evolution โ€“ 86 citations, 2020 ๐Ÿ’ง๐Ÿ’ก
  • Halogen-halogen bonds enable improved long-term operational stability of mixed-halide perovskite photovoltaics โ€“ 72 citations, 2021 โšก๐Ÿ”—
  • Synthesis and electrogenerated chemiluminescence of donor-substituted phenylethynylcoumarins โ€“ 71 citations, 2004 ๐Ÿ”ฌ๐Ÿ’ก
  • Heterogenization of homogeneous photocatalysts utilizing synthetic and natural support materials โ€“ 70 citations, 2021 โš›๏ธ๐ŸŒ
  • Localized dielectric breakdown and antireflection coating in metalโ€“oxideโ€“semiconductor photoelectrodes โ€“ 69 citations, 2017 โšก๐Ÿ”ฌ


Conclusion

Prof. Sam Hsien-Yi Hsuโ€™s extensive academic, research, and professional experience in the fields of energy, environment, and materials science, combined with his leadership roles and professional memberships, make him a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His contributions to both academia and industry showcase his excellence and innovation in research.