Shixi Chen | Green Hydrogen and Fuel Cells | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Shixi Chen | Green Hydrogen and Fuel Cells | Research Excellence Award

Doctor | Neijiang Normal University | China

Dr. Chen Shixi is a research-focused scholar whose academic contributions center on advancing domain-specific scientific knowledge through methodical investigation, analytical rigor, and evidence-based synthesis. With a documented record of 23 peer-reviewed research documents, the author has accumulated 76 scholarly citations, reflecting steady recognition and utilization of this work within the research community. An h-index of 4 indicates consistent influence across multiple publications, highlighting contributions that intersect theory, experimentation, and applied research perspectives. The research portfolio demonstrates engagement with core disciplinary questions, systematic data interpretation, and the development of frameworks that support further investigation by other scholars. Publications emphasize clarity of methodology, relevance of findings, and alignment with contemporary research trends, contributing to incremental knowledge building and academic discourse. Through sustained scholarly output and measurable citation impact, this body of work supports the advancement of research standards and reinforces the author’s role in contributing rigorously evaluated scientific evidence to the literature.

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Omer Faruk Derindag | Decarbonization of Industries | Research Excellence Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Omer Faruk Derindag | Decarbonization of Industries | Research Excellence Award

Associate Professor | Inonu University | Turkey

Dr. Omer Faruk Derindag is a researcher affiliated with Inönü University, Malatya, Turkey, with recognized contributions in environmental economics and sustainability studies. He holds advanced academic training in economics-related disciplines, with a strong focus on climate policy, carbon pricing mechanisms, and international trade impacts. His key research areas include carbon border adjustment mechanisms, environmental policy analysis, import demand elasticity, and sustainable development. Dr. Derindag has authored 15 peer-reviewed publications, indexed in Scopus, receiving over 250 citations, with an h-index of 9, reflecting the growing influence of his work in the environmental sciences and applied economics community .

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Sofoklis Makridis | Green Hydrogen & Fuel Cells | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Sofoklis Makridis | Green Hydrogen & Fuel Cells | Research Excellence Award

Director and CEO | University of Patras | Greece

Prof. Dr.-Eng. Sofoklis Makridis is an accomplished academic entrepreneur and Director/CEO recognized for his contributions to energy, sustainability, environmental applications, and advanced materials. He holds an extensive research background in hydrogen storage, metal hydrides, thermal management, and autonomous power systems, supported by more than 1200 citations, an h-index of 21, and 29 i10-index publications. His influential works include seminal studies on hydrogen storage technologies, Mg-based nanocomposites, and techno-economic analyses of hydrogen systems, which have shaped advancements in clean energy and climate-focused engineering. Prof. Makridis has collaborated with global experts, contributing to interdisciplinary solutions for smart grids, green buildings, and sustainable energy processes.

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Hydrogen Storage and Compression

IET Digital Library • 166 citations • 2017


Polymer-Stable Magnesium Nanocomposites for Efficient Hydrogen Storage

International Journal of Hydrogen Energy • 117 citations • 2013


Hydrogen-Based Autonomous Power Systems: Techno-Economic Analysis

Springer Science & Business Media • 97 citations • 2008


Applications of Earth-to-Air Heat Exchangers: A Holistic Review

Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews • 76 citations • 2022

Cornelia Vasile | Waste to Energy Conversion | Research Excellence Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Cornelia Vasile  | Waste to Energy Conversion | Research Excellence Award

“P.Poni” Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry Department of Physical Chemistry of Polymers | Romania

Dr. Cornelia Vasile is a distinguished senior researcher in Physical Chemistry of Polymers, formerly affiliated with the “P.Poni” Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry, Iași, Romania, where she served from 1966 to 2014. She earned her undergraduate degree in Physical Chemistry from the University of Bucharest and completed her PhD in Physical Chemistry of Polymers at the University of Iași. Her primary research areas include polymer science, biodegradable and bio-based polymers, polymer nanocomposites, chitosan- and alginate-based materials, biocompatible materials, and functional polymeric coatings, with a strong focus on sustainable materials for biomedical, drug delivery, and food packaging applications. Dr. Vasile has authored and co-authored more than 100 scientific publications, including highly cited articles in internationally recognized journals such as Polymers and Materials, as well as several scholarly books and book chapters on polyethylene, environmentally degradable polymers, surface properties of polymers, and polymer recycling technologies. Her work has received widespread international recognition, reflected in a strong citation record and frequent invitations to collaborate on multinational research projects. She was awarded the prestigious N. Teclu Prize of the Romanian Academy in 1969 in recognition of her outstanding contributions to chemical sciences. In addition to her research accomplishments, Dr. Vasile has served as an editor and editorial board member for international peer-reviewed scientific journals and has acted as a reviewer for numerous high-impact journals in the fields of polymer science and materials engineering. Through her research, publications, and mentoring activities, she has made a lasting societal impact by advancing environmentally sustainable materials, improving food safety through innovative packaging solutions, and contributing to the development of safer, more effective biomedical polymer technologies.

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1. Vasile, C. (Ed.). (2009). Environmentally degradable polymer materials based on multicomponent polymeric and asystems. Brill Academic Publishers.

2. Vasile, C. (Ed.), & Pascu, M. C. (2007). Surface properties of polymers. Research Signpost International.

3. Darie, R., Vasile, C., & Kozlowski, M. (2011). Compatibilization of complex polymer systems: Reactive compatibilization-cum-impact modification applied to virgin polymers and waste. Lambert Academic Publishing.

4. Vasile, C., & Cheaburu, C. N. (Eds.). (2010). New polymeric packaging for food. PIM Publishing House.

5. Vasile, C., & Brebu, M. (2011). Recycling of waste of electric and electronic equipment (WEEE). In C. J. Nielsen (Ed.), Environment research updates: Recycling: Processes, costs and benefits. Nova Science Publishers.

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Jesper Pedersen | Environmental Impact of Energy Projects | Best Innovator Award

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Mr. Jesper Pedersen | Environmental Impact of Energy Projects | Best Innovator Award

CEO-Founder | JP Clima Tec | Denmark

Mr. Jesper Pedersen is an innovator focused on advancing climate-cooling technologies through engineered atmospheric humidification and adiabatic cooling systems designed to counteract the planet’s rising radiative forcing. His research centers on developing and optimizing large-scale water-mist evaporator units capable of generating low-altitude fog to increase Earth’s albedo and achieve measurable temperature reductions. Drawing from principles of atmospheric physics, thermodynamics, and hydrological cycling, his work demonstrates how controlled humidification—via modified fog-cannon evaporators mounted on wind turbines—can convert latent heat of vaporization into a cooling mechanism that lowers ambient temperatures while enhancing radiative heat loss to space. His computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations, Mollier-diagram analyses, and field experiments explore the relationship between relative humidity, dew point, wet-bulb temperature, and cloud-formation height to validate the cooling efficiency of water-evaporative systems. Pedersen’s research further investigates the potential of large-scale deployment, projecting that covering approximately 1% of Earth’s surface with engineered low-altitude fog could offset the current global warming rate of 3.5 W/m². He also evaluates environmental impacts, infrastructure requirements, and the comparative sustainability of this solar radiation modification (SRM) concept relative to other geoengineering approaches such as marine cloud brightening. His patented evaporator-cannon design incorporates wide-angle fog dispersion, wind-aligned turbine integration, and rainwater-based supply systems aimed at enabling scalable atmospheric cooling in diverse climatic zones, including Arctic, tropical, and temperate regions. Through ongoing research collaborations, experimental testing, and prototype development, his work contributes to emerging solutions for global temperature stabilization, forest-fire prevention, reforestation support, and mitigation of climate-driven ecological tipping points.

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Simona Tarricone | Low-Carbon Material Innovations | Women Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Simona Tarricone | Low-Carbon Material Innovations | Women Researcher Award

University of Bari Aldo Moro | Italy

Dr. Simona Tarricone is a scholar in Animal Science with expertise spanning sustainable livestock systems, wildlife management, aquaculture ecology, and the qualitative assessment of animal-derived foods. Her research focuses on the relationships between farming systems, environmental conditions, and the technological, nutritional, and welfare-related characteristics of livestock and aquaculture species. She has contributed to university-level teaching across courses on sustainable and organic husbandry, livestock technologies, meat and fish quality, and agro-silvo-pastoral systems, supporting the training of students in modern, environmentally responsible production frameworks. Her scientific activity includes extensive fieldwork on wild ungulates and migratory birds, laboratory analyses on meat, milk, and fish quality, and applied studies on production sustainability. She has collaborated with several research institutions, including the ELGO–DIMITRA Research Institute of Animal Science in Greece, where her work examined the use of biopromoters to improve environmental conditions in intensive aquaculture and enhance the welfare and product quality of farmed fish. She has also contributed to regional and national projects aimed at the valorization of local livestock genotypes, the conservation of biodiversity, and the development of eco-compatible production strategies. Her research integrates experimental design, statistical modeling, quality assessment, and cross-disciplinary collaboration to address challenges at the interface of animal production, environmental sustainability, and food quality. Her scientific profile reflects a consistent commitment to advancing knowledge in sustainable animal systems and improving the efficiency, safety, and ecological compatibility of animal production chains. Dr. Tarricone’s academic influence and research excellence are reflected in her strong metrics362 citations, 43 documents, and an h-index of 11, underscoring the relevance and continuity of her contributions to contemporary animal science.

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1. Khan, R. U., Fatima, A., Naz, S., Ragni, M., Tarricone, S., & Tufarelli, V. (2022). Perspective, opportunities and challenges in using fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) in poultry health and production as an eco-friendly alternative to antibiotics: A review. Antibiotics, 11(2), 278. Cited by: 93

2. Marsico, G., Rasulo, A., Dimatteo, S., Tarricone, S., Pinto, F., & Ragni, M. (2007). Pig, F1 (wild boar × pig) and wild boar meat quality. Italian Journal of Animal Science, 6(sup1), 701–703. Cited by: 44

3. Tufarelli, V., Losacco, C., Tedone, L., Passantino, L., Tarricone, S., Laudadio, V., … (2023). Hemp seed (Cannabis sativa L.) cake as a sustainable dietary additive in slow-growing broilers: Effects on performance, meat quality, oxidative stability and gut health. Veterinary Quarterly, 43(1), 1–12. Cited by: 39

4. Cosentino, C., Colonna, M. A., Musto, M., Dimotta, A., Freschi, P., Tarricone, S., … (2021). Effects of dietary supplementation with extruded linseed and oregano in autochthonous goat breeds on the fatty acid profile of milk and quality of Padraccio cheese. Journal of Dairy Science, 104(2), 1445–1453. Cited by: 36

5. Tarricone, S., Caputi Jambrenghi, A., Cagnetta, P., & Ragni, M. (2022). Wild and farmed sea bass (Dicentrarchus labrax): Comparison of biometry traits, chemical composition and fatty acid profile of fillets. Fishes, 7(1), 45. Cited by: 32

Xudong Jing | Sustainable Agriculture | Research Excellence Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xudong Jing | Sustainable Agriculture | Research Excellence Award

Associate Professor | Shihezi University | China

Dr. Xudong Jing is an emerging environmental scientist whose research advances the sustainable utilization of agricultural waste resources and the mechanistic understanding of straw-derived materials in soil systems. His work focuses on how long-term straw and cotton-stalk return affects the sorption, degradation, transformation, and environmental fate of pesticides, herbicides, and antibiotics, aiming to support safer agricultural practices and more resilient soil environments. Through publications in leading outlets such as Journal of Hazardous Materials, Chemical Engineering Journal, and Agronomy, he has demonstrated how chemical, alkaline, and oxidative pretreatments can accelerate straw decomposition, enhance the formation of high-adsorption straw residues, and ultimately influence pollutant mobility and persistence in agroecosystems. His contributions extend to the development of functionalized cotton-stalk–derived materials designed to improve saline soils by increasing salt adsorption and water retention—an important advancement for arid and semi-arid regions. Dr. Jing’s work also interfaces with applied environmental engineering, contributing to improved pollutant removal mechanisms and soil amendment strategies. He serves as Principal Investigator for a National Natural Science Foundation of China (Regional) project examining pesticide biodegradation under long-term cotton-stalk return, and he leads multiple national-level laboratory open funds addressing herbicide residue behavior and the creation of salt-controlling biomass materials. Collectively, his research strengthens the scientific basis for agricultural residue valorization, soil remediation, and green agricultural development. Dr. Jing’s academic influence and research productivity are reflected in his metrics 189 citations, 9 documents, and an h-index of 8.

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1. Jing, X., Liu, T., Chai, X., Wang, Y., & Cai, X. (2023). Persulfate pretreatment facilitates decomposition of maize straw in soils and accumulation of straw residues with high adsorption capacity. Chemical Engineering Journal, 475, 145956. Cited 11.

Alamgir Muhammad | Green Finance | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Alamgir Muhammad | Green Finance | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | Nicolaus Copernicus University in Torun | Poland

Dr. Alamgir Muhammad is an emerging scholar in corporate finance, sustainable investment, and green financial instruments, currently serving as an Assistant Professor (Research) at Nicolas Copernicus University in Toruń, Poland. He completed his Ph.D. in Corporate Finance and Investment at National Chung Cheng University, Taiwan, where he also contributed to teaching and academic activities. His research focuses on green bonds, corporate sustainability, Islamic finance, financial markets, firm performance, and market stability, with publications in leading journals such as Sustainable Development, Studies in Economics and Finance, Global Business and Finance Review, Sustainability, Risks, and the International Journal of Islamic Finance and Sustainable Development. His work offers empirical insights into how green bonds influence firm performance, cost of capital, financial risk, and environmental outcomes, while also analyzing the comparative behavior of Islamic and conventional stock markets during crises. Dr. Alamgir is an active reviewer for reputable journals including Sustainable Development, Financial Innovation, Finance Research Letters, and the Review of Pacific Basin Financial Markets and Policies, demonstrating his growing global academic engagement. He has presented his research at major international conferences across Europe, Asia, and North America, contributing to ongoing scholarly discourse on sustainable finance, the energy transition, and financial market resilience. Dr. Alamgir’s academic influence and research productivity are reflected in his metrics 124 citations and an h-index of 3, underscoring his expanding contributions to global sustainable finance research.

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Featured Publications

1. Alamgir, M., & Cheng, M.-C. (2023). Do green bonds play a role in achieving sustainability? Sustainability, 15(13), 10177. Citations: 97

2. Alamgir, M., & Cheng, M.-C. (2023). Co-movement and performance comparison of conventional and Islamic stock indices during the pre- and post-COVID-19 pandemic era. Risks, 11(8), 146. Citations: 13

3. Alamgir, M., & Cheng, M.-C. (2021). Effect of leverage on firm value and how the contextual variables affect this relationship: A case of Pakistan. Citations: 9

4. Alamgir, M., & Cheng, M.-C. (2023). Do Islamic stocks outperform conventional stocks during crisis periods? A global comparison. Global Business & Finance Review, 28(6), 23–47. Citations: 3

5. Alamgir, M., & Cheng, M.-C. (2024). Safe haven characteristics of Islamic stock indices during bearish and bullish markets: A case of developed and developing countries. International Journal of Islamic Finance and Sustainable Development, 16(3). Citations: 1

Abdullateef Mustapha | Climate Change | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Abdullateef Mustapha | Climate Change | Best Researcher Award

General Manager | Ammam Rice Mill | Nigeria

Dr. AbdulAteef Mustapha is a multidisciplinary scholar in Food Science and Engineering whose work advances innovative technologies in food processing, preservation, food microbiology, lipidomics, and sustainable utilization of agri-food by-products. His research emphasizes ultrasound-assisted processing, microbial inactivation kinetics, quality enhancement, nutrient retention, and green-processing methods that support safer and more efficient food systems. With a strong record of publications in high-impact journals, his contributions span areas such as polysaccharide extraction, protein modification, kinetic modelling, intelligent processing systems, and quality-prediction frameworks. He collaborates widely with researchers across continents, integrating advanced analytical techniques, experimental design, data modelling, and processing equipment optimization to address global challenges in food safety, postharvest losses, and nutrient-dense product development. His applied research also extends to process optimization, technology translation, quality improvement, and product innovation, resulting in practical impacts on food production efficiency, safety management, and value addition. Beyond research, he contributes to community-oriented initiatives supporting food security, public awareness, and educational development. Dr. Mustapha’s academic influence and research productivity are reflected in his metrics 918 citations, 29 documents, and an h-index of 17 underscoring his growing contributions to global food science and engineering research.

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Featured Publications

1. Osae, R., Zhou, C., Xu, B., Tchabo, W., Tahir, H. E., Mustapha, A. T., & Ma, H. (2019). Effects of ultrasound, osmotic dehydration, and osmosonication pretreatments on bioactive compounds, chemical characterization, enzyme inactivation, color, and antioxidant properties. Journal of Food Biochemistry, 43(5), e12832.

2. Nasiru, M. M., Frimpong, E. B., Muhammad, U., Qian, J., Mustapha, A. T., Yan, W., … & Xu, B. (2021). Dielectric barrier discharge cold atmospheric plasma: Influence of processing parameters on microbial inactivation in meat and meat products. Comprehensive Reviews in Food Science and Food Safety, 20(3), 2626–2659.

3. Ji, Q., Yu, X., Yagoub, A. E. A., Chen, L., Mustapha, A. T., & Zhou, C. (2021). Enhancement of lignin removal and enzymolysis of sugarcane bagasse by ultrasound-assisted ethanol synergized deep eutectic solvent pretreatment. Renewable Energy, 172, 304–316.

4. Ji, Q., Yu, X., Wu, P., Yagoub, A. E. A., Chen, L., Taiye, M. A., & Zhou, C. (2021). Pretreatment of sugarcane bagasse with deep eutectic solvents affects the structure and morphology of lignin. Industrial Crops and Products, 173, 114108.

5. Fakayode, O. A., Aboagarib, E. A. A., Yan, D., Li, M., Wahia, H., Mustapha, A. T., … & Ma, H. (2020). Novel two-pot ultrasonication and deep eutectic solvent pretreatment approaches for watermelon rind delignification: Parametric screening and optimization via response surface methodology. Energy, 203, 117872.

Yanfei Li | Green Hydrogen | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yanfei Li | Green Hydrogen | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor | Shenzhen Technology University | China

Dr. Yanfei Li is a prominent scholar in energy economics, industrial policy, and technological innovation, with research spanning the full spectrum of Asia’s low-carbon transition. His work covers hydrogen energy systems, new energy vehicle deployment, green fuel trade, regional gas markets, and cross-border electricity market design, while also addressing broader themes such as technological catch-up, industrial upgrading, and innovation policy in emerging economies. Dr. Li has played significant roles in various interdisciplinary and policy-driven research initiatives, collaborating with leading institutions, regional forums, and intergovernmental organizations across East and Southeast Asia. His contributions include formulating ASEAN’s hydrogen energy development roadmap, assessing large-scale green hydrogen demonstration projects, evaluating China’s green hydrogen trade potential, and analyzing the economic value and carbon mitigation impacts of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. He has also undertaken extensive studies on integrated regional electricity systems, market mechanisms for multilateral power trade, energy infrastructure planning, and strategic pathways for achieving sustainable industrial competitiveness. Dr. Li’s scholarship is characterized by rigorous quantitative modelling, techno-economic assessment, and policy-oriented analysis, consistently bridging academic research with real-world energy planning and strategic decision-making. His academic output includes 29 peer-reviewed journal articles, books, and institutional reports, many published in high-impact outlets such as Energy Policy, International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, Energy Economics, Energy for Sustainable Development, Renewable Energy, and Journal of Cleaner Production. Several of his publications have been recognized as ESI Highly Cited Papers and ESI Hot Papers, reflecting their influence on both scholarly debates and policymaking communities. His research continues to shape regional discourse on hydrogen commercialization, sustainable transport transitions, green industrial development, and long-term energy security strategies across Asia. Dr. Li’s academic influence and research productivity are reflected in his metrics 1,235 citations, 29 documents, and an h-index of 13, underscoring his substantial contributions to global energy and technology policy research.

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Featured Publications

1. Li, Y., & Taghizadeh-Hesary, F. (2022). The economic feasibility of green hydrogen and fuel cell electric vehicles for road transport in China. Energy Policy, 160, 112703.

2. Shi, X., Liao, X., & Li, Y. (2020). Quantification of fresh water consumption and scarcity footprints of hydrogen from water electrolysis: A methodology framework. Renewable Energy, 154, 786–796.

3. Li, Y., & Kimura, S. (2021). Economic competitiveness and environmental implications of hydrogen energy and fuel cell electric vehicles in ASEAN countries: The current and future scenarios. Energy Policy, 148, 111980.

4. Khanna, R. A., Li, Y., Mhaisalkar, S., Kumar, M., & Liang, L. J. (2019). Comprehensive energy poverty index: Measuring energy poverty and identifying micro-level solutions in South and Southeast Asia. Energy Policy, 132, 379–391.

5. Li, Y., Shi, X., & Phoumin, H. (2022). A strategic roadmap for large-scale green hydrogen demonstration and commercialisation in China: A review and survey analysis. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 47(58), 24592–24609.