Ahmed Nabih Zaki Rashed | Renewable Energy Systems | Best Researcher Award

Best Researcher Award

Ahmed Nabih Zaki Rashed
Affiliation Menoufiya University
Country Egypt
Scopus ID 36118361900
Documents 403
Citations 13,362
h-index 65
Subject Area Renewable Energy Systems
Event World Green Energy Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-5338-1623

Ahmed Nabih Zaki Rashed – Menoufiya University

Ahmed Nabih Zaki Rashed is a researcher affiliated with Menoufiya University, Egypt, whose academic contributions span optical communications, photonic systems, renewable energy technologies, and advanced communication networks. His scholarly profile demonstrates sustained research productivity, extensive publication activity, and measurable citation impact within international scientific communities.[1]

Abstract

This article presents an academic overview of Ahmed Nabih Zaki Rashed in consideration for the Best Researcher Award presented at the World Green Energy Awards. The profile highlights research productivity, publication records, citation performance, interdisciplinary engagement, and contributions to renewable energy and communication technologies. The assessment is based on publicly available scholarly indicators and documented research outputs.[1]

Keywords

Renewable Energy Systems, Optical Communications, Photonic Networks, Solar Cell Technologies, Communication Engineering, Research Excellence, Scientific Publications, Academic Impact, Energy Innovation, Green Technology Research.

Introduction

Research excellence is frequently evaluated through publication quality, scholarly influence, and sustained scientific engagement. Ahmed Nabih Zaki Rashed has established a visible presence across engineering and energy-related disciplines through extensive collaborative research and international journal publications. His work reflects a combination of theoretical investigation and practical technological applications in emerging scientific domains.[2]

Research Profile

As a faculty member of Menoufiya University, Ahmed Nabih Zaki Rashed has developed an extensive research portfolio covering optical networks, wireless communication systems, photonic devices, sensing technologies, and renewable energy applications. His scholarly profile includes hundreds of indexed publications and significant citation accumulation, indicating broad engagement with the international research community.[1]

Research Contributions

The research contributions of Ahmed Nabih Zaki Rashed include studies on solar cell optimization, photonic crystal fiber sensors, optical communication performance enhancement, terahertz sensing technologies, and advanced communication architectures. Several investigations integrate energy efficiency and high-performance system design, supporting developments relevant to sustainable engineering and renewable energy research.[3]

Publications

Ahmed Nabih Zaki Rashed has contributed to a substantial body of scholarly literature across journals focusing on optics, communication systems, photovoltaics, sensing technologies, and advanced materials. His publications demonstrate active collaboration with international researchers and reflect continuing engagement with emerging scientific topics related to energy systems, optical engineering, and applied technology development.[4]

Research Impact

Research impact can be measured through citation performance, publication visibility, peer recognition, and participation in scholarly review activities. With more than thirteen thousand citations and an h-index of sixty-five, the available indicators suggest that Ahmed Nabih Zaki Rashed’s work has achieved substantial academic visibility and influence across multiple research communities.[1]

Award Suitability

The candidate’s publication record, citation metrics, interdisciplinary research scope, and continuing scientific contributions support consideration for the Best Researcher Award. His work aligns with themes of technological innovation, sustainable engineering, and knowledge advancement, making the profile relevant to recognition within the World Green Energy Awards framework.[5]

Conclusion

Ahmed Nabih Zaki Rashed represents a research profile characterized by productivity, international collaboration, and measurable scholarly influence. His contributions across communication engineering, photonics, sensing technologies, and renewable energy systems provide a strong academic foundation for recognition through a distinguished researcher award program.

References

  1. ORCID. (2026). Ahmed Nabih Zaki Rashed (ORCID: 0000-0002-5338-1623).
    https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5338-1623
  2. Rashed, A. N. Z., et al. (2025). Analysis of Dual Material Gate InSb/Si Heterojunction Silicon on Insulator Tunnel Field Effect Transistor Biosensor for CREB-2 Protein Detection. Sensing and Imaging.
    https://doi.org/10.1007/S11220-025-00558-W
  3. Hasan, M. G., Islam, M. A., Ferdous, A. H. M. I., Noor, K. S., Islam, M. S., Sadeque, M. G., & Rashed, A. N. Z. (2025). Environmental monitoring with sensitive photonic fiber sensors for hazardous chemicals. International Communications in Heat and Mass Transfer.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/J.ICHEATMASSTRANSFER.2025.108631
  4. Kundu, D., Roy, S., Mustak, R., Eid, M. M. A., Rashed, A. N. Z., et al. (2025). Feasibility of Halide Perovskite Material-Based Hybrid Surface Plasmon Resonance Biosensor for Formalin Detection. Plasmonics.
    https://doi.org/10.1007/S11468-024-02411-4
  5. Harun-Or-Rashid, M., Hasan, K. M., Islam, K. M., Onkon, M. N. C., Zishan, A. S., Elhadi, M., Jany, M. R., Rashed, A. N. Z., & Islam, M. M. (2025). Unveiling the Potential of GaPbI3 Perovskite: Structural, Mechanical, and Optoelectronic Insights for Next-Generation Solar Cells. Materials Today Communications.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mtcomm.2025.111490

Abdullateef Mustapha | Climate Change | Best Researcher Award

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.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus | ORCID | ResearchGate | LinkedIn

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.

Wanxuan Yao | Climate change mitigation technologies | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Wanxuan Yao | Climate change mitigation technologies | Best Researcher Award

Researcher | GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel | Germany

Dr. Ben Wanxuan Yao is an accomplished climate scientist specializing in biogeochemical modelling, carbon dioxide removal (CDR), and carbon capture and storage (CCS). His research integrates modelling, data analysis, and environmental assessment to evaluate the technical feasibility, effectiveness, and societal implications of carbon mitigation technologies. With extensive experience in developing CDR evaluation frameworks, he has advanced the global understanding of marine-based carbon removal and its integration within policy and sustainability contexts. He has led multidisciplinary research initiatives focused on site-specific CDR and CCS portfolio development, aligning scientific innovation with national and international climate goals. His work encompasses quantitative modelling of oceanic carbon and nutrient cycles, AI-based parameter calibration on high-performance computing systems, and holistic assessments of carbon sequestration techniques. His findings have been published in leading international journals, including Geophysical Research Letters, Earth’s Future, Environmental Research Letters, and Global Change Biology, providing critical insights into the environmental, economic, and ethical dimensions of marine carbon removal technologies. Beyond research, he has played a key role in facilitating collaboration between scientists, policymakers, and industry through workshops, think tanks, and conferences, strengthening the interface between science and decision-making in the field of climate solutions. His expertise in geospatial data analysis, system modelling, and sustainable innovation has positioned him as a valuable contributor to the evolving landscape of carbon management and environmental strategy. Dr. Yao’s academic excellence and research influence are reflected in his growing global recognition, with 67 citations, 8 publications, and an h-index of 5, underscoring his impactful contributions to the advancement of climate modelling and carbon removal science.

Featured Publications

1. Somes, C. J., Dale, A. W., Wallmann, K., Scholz, F., Yao, W., Oschlies, A., Muglia, J., & Achterberg, E. P. (2021). Constraining global marine iron sources and ligand‐mediated scavenging fluxes with GEOTRACES dissolved iron measurements in an ocean biogeochemical model. Global Biogeochemical Cycles, 35(8), e2021GB006948. Cited by: 30

2. Frenger, I., Landolfi, A., Kvale, K., Somes, C. J., Oschlies, A., Yao, W., & Koeve, W. (2024). Misconceptions of the marine biological carbon pump in a changing climate: Thinking outside the “export” box. Global Change Biology, 30(1), e17124. Cited by: 27

3. Yao, W., Kvale, K. F., Achterberg, E., Koeve, W., & Oschlies, A. (2019). Hierarchy of calibrated global models reveals improved distributions and fluxes of biogeochemical tracers in models with explicit representation of iron. Environmental Research Letters, 14(11), 114009. Cited by: 15

4. Kvale, K., Keller, D. P., Koeve, W., Meissner, K. J., Somes, C. J., Yao, W., & Oschlies, A. (2020). Explicit silicate cycling in the Kiel Marine Biogeochemistry Model, version 3 (KMBM3) embedded in the UVic ESCM version 2.9. Geoscientific Model Development Discussions, 1–46.Cited by: 10

5. Yao, W., Kvale, K. F., Koeve, W., Landolfi, A., Achterberg, E., Bertrand, E. M., & Oschlies, A. (2022). Simulated future trends in marine nitrogen fixation are sensitive to model iron implementation. Global Biogeochemical Cycles, 36(3), e2020GB006851. Cited by: 6

Dr. Wanxuan Yao’s work advances global climate solutions by integrating biogeochemical modelling with carbon removal science, enhancing the precision of Earth system projections and guiding sustainable carbon management strategies for policymakers and industry. His research bridges scientific innovation and environmental governance, driving impactful progress toward a low-carbon, resilient future.

Ahmet Elbir | Renewable Energy | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Ahmet Elbir | Renewable Energy | Best Researcher Award

Süleyman Demirel University | Turkey

Dr. Ahmet Elbır, Ph.D. in Energy Systems from Süleyman Demirel University (2021), is a distinguished academic and researcher specializing in thermodynamic systems, renewable energy, and sustainable energy optimization. His educational background includes multiple degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Energy Systems Engineering, culminating in advanced research on transcritical CO₂ heat pumps and ground-source heat pump thermodynamics. Professionally, he serves as a Lecturer at Süleyman Demirel University’s Renewable Energy Research Center (YEKARUM), contributing to national and international research projects, including biogas reactor design and hybrid energy storage systems. His research interests encompass energy and exergy analysis, thermodynamic cycle optimization (Kalina, ORC, Brayton, and Rankine cycles), AI-assisted energy modeling, phase-change materials for energy storage, and sustainable cooling and heating technologies. Dr. Elbır possesses strong research skills in experimental and theoretical thermodynamic analysis, Python and AI-based simulation, fuzzy logic modeling, energy system optimization, and environmental impact assessment of industrial processes. His extensive publication record includes articles in top-tier journals such as Applied Thermal Engineering, Journal of Building Engineering, Environmental Progress & Sustainable Energy, and multiple international conference proceedings, alongside chapters in scientific books on renewable energy and thermodynamic systems. He has also contributed to editorial work at YEKARUM and actively mentors students in energy research projects. Recognized for his scientific contributions, Dr. Elbır has received accolades for innovative approaches in energy efficiency and sustainable system design. His leadership in research, academic service, and community engagement underscores his commitment to advancing renewable energy solutions and mentoring the next generation of engineers. Dr. Elbır’s growing academic impact is reflected in 12 citations, 18 documents, and an h-index of 2, demonstrating his sustained influence in energy systems and renewable energy research.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus | ORCID | ResearchGate | LinkedIn

Featured Publications

1. Akarslan, K. F., Elbır, A., & Şahin, M. E. (2023). Wool drying process in heat-pump-assisted dryer by fuzzy logic modelling. Thermal Science, 27(4 Part B), 3043–3050. Cited by 6

2. Öztürk, M., Elbır, A., & Özek, N. (2011). Akdeniz bölgesine gelen güneş radyasyonunun ekserji analizi. In Proc. 6th International Advanced Technologies Symposium (IATS’11). Cited by 6

3. Öztürk, M., Elbır, A., Özek, N., & Yakut, A. K. (2011). Güneş hidrojen üretim metotlarının incelenmesi. 6th International Advanced Technologies Symposium (IATS’11), 16–18. Cited by 5

4. Elbır, A. (2010). Toprak kaynaklı ısı pompasının termodinamik analizi. Süleyman Demirel Üniversitesi Fen Bilimleri Enstitüsü. Cited by 5

5. Elbır, A., Kodaloğlu, F. A., Üçgül, İ., & Şahin, M. E. (2022). Thermodynamic analysis of refrigerants used in ORC-VCC combined power systems for low temperature heat sources. Thermal Science, 26(4 Part A), 2855–2863. Cited by 4