Yao-Ching Hsieh | Renewable Energy | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Yao-Ching Hsieh | Renewable Energy | Best Researcher Award

Professor | National Sun Yat-sen University | Taiwan

Prof. Yao-Ching Hsieh is a distinguished professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at National Sun Yat-sen University, with extensive expertise in battery charging technology, power electronic converters, power factor correction, and wireless power transfer, focusing on innovative solutions for energy efficiency and grid integration of renewable energy. He has led significant research projects, including the “Wireless Battery Charging System for Under Water Vehicles” funded by the National Science and Technology Council, Taiwan, and collaborated with industry on projects such as EMI analysis of MOSFETs in adapter circuitry. Prof. Hsieh has contributed to power electronics through the development of soft-switching techniques for interleaved converters, novel charge-equalization topologies for battery strings, and center-tapped pickup winding methods to enhance wireless power transfer efficiency. An active IEEE member, he has published numerous peer-reviewed articles in SCI and Scopus-indexed journals, served in editorial capacities, and engaged in international research collaborations. His work bridges theoretical innovation and practical applications, advancing energy systems and sustainable technologies while mentoring emerging engineers. Prof. Hsieh continues to drive innovation in battery and power electronics research, contributing to energy-efficient solutions and renewable energy integration, with a documented record of 3,729 citations, 139 documents, and an h-index of 25.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID

Featured Publications

Hsieh, Y.-C., et al. (2024). Light load analysis and topology morphing between full-/half-bridge DC-to-DC converter. International Journal of Electronics. citation-1

Hsieh, Y.-C., et al. (2023). High-efficiency bidirectional resonant WPT system for electric vehicles. International Journal of Power Electronics and Drive Systems. citations-3

Hsieh, Y.-C., et al. (Conference Paper). Light-load conversion efficiency enhancement for three-phase dual active bridge DC-DC converters. citation-1

Hsieh, Y.-C., et al. (Conference Paper). A DC power connector with voltage spike suppression. citation-1

Hsieh, Y.-C., et al. (2025). State of health estimation for LiFePO4 batteries using incremental capacity analysis. Conference Paper.

Vahed Ghiasi | Renewable Energy | Pioneer Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Vahed Ghiasi | Renewable Energy | Pioneer Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | Malayer university | Iran

Dr. Vahed Ghiasi is an accomplished civil and geotechnical engineer with a Ph.D. in Geotechnical and Geological Engineering from University Putra Malaysia (2012), where his research focused on the effects of weak rock geomechanical properties on tunnel stability. He currently serves as Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Civil and Architecture Engineering, Malayer University, Iran, with extensive experience in supervising graduate students, managing large-scale research projects, and contributing to both national and international engineering initiatives. His professional expertise encompasses tunnel engineering, soil-structure interaction, foundation engineering, advanced soil mechanics, and landslide hazard assessment, supported by practical work in seismic and earth dam engineering. Dr. Ghiasi has led numerous research projects, including international collaborations on landslide hazard mapping using neural networks and fuzzy logic, while publishing over 130 peer-reviewed articles in high-impact journals such as SN Applied Sciences, Results in Engineering, Geomechanics and Engineering, and Natural Hazards. He is also an active contributor to the global scientific community, serving on editorial boards for journals like SN Applied Sciences and Applied Engineering and Technology, and reviewing for more than 20 international journals. His research interests include geotechnical design, tunnel stability analysis, landslide risk assessment, soil improvement, and advanced numerical modeling techniques, utilizing software such as PLAXIS, PHASE 2 FEM, and FDM. Dr. Ghiasi’s professional involvement extends to memberships in prominent societies including SEAGS, IGS, ITA-AITES, ASCE, and IEM, and he has been recognized with awards such as the Most Outstanding Iranian Student in Malaysia (2011) and Superior Researcher of the Faculty of Civil Engineering, Malayer University (2019–2023). His work demonstrates a commitment to advancing geotechnical engineering knowledge, mentoring future engineers, and contributing to resilient infrastructure development. Dr. Ghiasi’s growing academic impact is reflected in 316 citations, 45 documents, and an h-index of 11, demonstrating his sustained influence in geotechnical engineering research.

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

Featured Publications

1. Safaei, M., Omar, H., Huat, B. K., Yousof, Z. B. M., & Ghiasi, V. (2011). Deterministic rainfall induced landslide approaches, advantage and limitation. Electronic Journal of Geotechnical Engineering, 16, 1619–1650. Cited by 47

2. Mafian, S., Huat, B. B. K., & Ghiasi, V. (2009). Evaluation on root theories and root strength properties in slope stability. European Journal of Scientific Research, 30(4), 594–607. Cited by 43

3. Ghiasi, V., & Koushki, M. (2020). Numerical and artificial neural network analyses of ground surface settlement of tunnel in saturated soil. SN Applied Sciences, 2(5), 939. Cited by 42

4. Kazemian, S., Prasad, A., Huat, B. B. K., Ghiasi, V., & Ghareh, S. (2012). Effects of cement–sodium silicate system grout on tropical organic soils. Arabian Journal for Science and Engineering, 37(8), 2137–2148. Cited by 38

5. Safaei, M., Omar, H., Yousof, Z. B. M., & Ghiasi, V. (2010). Applying geospatial technology to landslide susceptibility assessment. Electronic Journal of Geotechnical Engineering, 15(G), 677–696. Cited by 31

 

Ahmet Elbir | Renewable Energy | Best Researcher Award

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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.

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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

Muhammad Ali Shahbaz | Bioenergy | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Muhammad Ali Shahbaz | Bioenergy | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | University of Engineering and Technology | Pakistan

Dr.-Ing. Muhammad Ali Shahbaz is an accomplished academic and researcher in Mechanical Engineering, currently serving as an Assistant Professor at the Automotive Engineering Centre, University of Engineering and Technology (UET) Lahore, Pakistan. He earned his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Duisburg-Essen, Germany, where his research focused on developing advanced endoscopic optical diagnostics for combustion engines, including temperature imaging, fuel film analysis, and soot incandescence studies. His M.Sc. research involved visualization of flame fronts using OH*-chemiluminescence and LIF techniques, and he holds a B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from UET Lahore with a thesis on biodiesel synthesis and engine performance. Professionally, he has over 14 years of teaching and research experience, having supervised multiple master’s and bachelor’s theses, reviewed and developed graduate curricula, and advised government agencies on EV policy and emissions testing standards. His research interests span optical diagnostics for internal combustion engines, alternative fuels, pyrolysis for bio-oil and biochar, waste-to-energy technologies, renewable energy systems, and integrated solid waste management. He possesses strong experimental and analytical skills in LIF, chemiluminescence, soot imaging, MATLAB, instrumentation, and pyrolysis systems. Dr. Shahbaz has contributed to major projects including EU Horizon 2020 research, biodiesel optimization funded by HEC Pakistan, and vibration analysis for electric vehicle development. His work is widely published in reputed journals such as Applied Optics, Experiments in Fluids, and Energy Science & Engineering and presented at global conferences including the Gordon Research Conference and European Combustion Meeting. He is the recipient of multiple awards including the Best Teacher Award and DAAD Scholarship. His growing academic impact is reflected in 2,940 citations, 139 documents, and an h-index of 31, demonstrating his significant and sustained influence in the field of combustion diagnostics and sustainable energy research.

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Featured Publications

1. Munir, M. A., Habib, M. S., Hussain, A., Shahbaz, M. A., Qamar, A., Masood, T., Sultan, M., Mujtaba, M. A., Imran, S., Hasan, M., Akhtar, M. S., Ayub, H. M. U., & Salman, C. A. (2022). Blockchain adoption for sustainable supply chain management: Economic, environmental, and social perspectives. Frontiers in Energy Research, 10, 899632. (Cited by 150)

2. Razzaq, L., Mujtaba, M. A., Shahbaz, M. A., Nawaz, S., Khan, H. M., Hussain, A., & others. (2022). Effect of biodiesel–dimethyl carbonate blends on engine performance, combustion and emission characteristics. Alexandria Engineering Journal, 61(7), 5111–5121.  (Cited by 33)

3. Nawaz, A., Ahmed, Z., Shahbaz, A., Khan, Z., & Javed, M. (2014). Coagulation–flocculation for lignin removal from wastewater – A review. Water Science and Technology, 69(8), 1589–1597. (Cited by 27)

4. Shahbaz, M. A., Jüngst, N., Grzeszik, R., & Kaiser, S. A. (2021). Endoscopic fuel film, chemiluminescence, and soot incandescence imaging in a direct-injection spark-ignition engine. Proceedings of the Combustion Institute, 38(4), 5869–5877. (Cited by 12)

5. Nawaz, A., Shahbaz, M. A., & Javed, M. (2015). Management of organic content in municipal solid waste – A case study of Lahore. International Journal of Environment and Waste Management, 15(1), 15–23. (Cited by 8)

 

Miftah Fekadu Kedir | Bioenergy | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Miftah Fekadu Kedir | Bioenergy | Best Researcher Award

Researcher | Ethiopian Forestry Development | Ethiopia

Dr. Miftah Fekadu Kedir, a distinguished researcher at Ethiopian Forestry Development, holds a Ph.D. in Bioenergy Development and Climate Change, an M.Sc. in Tropical Forestry, and a B.Sc. in General Forestry. With extensive experience in socio-economic and policy impact assessment, climate innovation, sustainable renewable energies, and carbon management, he has significantly contributed to Ethiopia’s green energy and climate adaptation initiatives. Dr. Kedir has led and coordinated national and international projects, including the National Industrial Forest Plantation Project, the National Climate Change Adaptation Research Division, and collaborative work with the African Forest Forum, DAAD, SNV, and the Barr Foundation (USA). His research focuses on bioenergy, improved biomass cookstoves, biogas, liquid biofuels, carbon storage, and greenhouse gas emission measurement, integrating policy, technological innovation, and socio-economic assessment. He has published 22 peer-reviewed articles in reputed journals such as Frontiers in Environmental Science, JAEID, Bionatura, and Sustainable Forestry, authored one book (ISBN: 978-3-659-56185-6), and contributed to multiple consultancy and industry projects on biogas, biofuels, and cookstoves. His work has demonstrated measurable impacts on indoor air quality, carbon emissions, deforestation, and sustainable energy adoption, while identifying key challenges in liquid biofuel production and policy implementation. As a mentor and educator, he has guided students in ATVET colleges and promoted capacity-building in forestry and renewable energy sectors. Dr. Kedir is a member of professional organizations including the African Forest Forum, Association of Ethiopian Soil Society, and AEGE, reflecting his commitment to advancing research and knowledge exchange. His growing academic impact is reflected in 22 citations by 22 documents, 2 indexed publications, and an h-index of 2, demonstrating his significant and sustained influence on bioenergy and climate change research.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus | ORCID

Featured Publications

1. Miftah, F. K., & Mutta, D. (2024). Potential markets and policies for sustainable liquid biofuel production with emphasis to Eastern Africa countries: A review. Energy, Sustainability and Society, 14(1), 1. (Citations: 15)

2. Kedir, M. F., Onchieku, M. J., Ntalikwa, J. S., & Mutta, D. (2022). Developing circular economy in Eastern Africa through liquid biofuels: Cases of Ethiopia, Kenya and Tanzania. African Forest Forum, 5. (Citations: 5)

3. Kedir, M. F. (2021). Pyrolysis bio-oil and bio-char production from firewood tree species for energy and carbon storage in rural wooden houses of southern Ethiopia. In African handbook of climate change adaptation (pp. 1313–1329). (Citations: 5)

4. Fekadu, M., Mekonnen, Z., & Tesfaye, M. (2021). Comparison of kitchen performance test on firewood consumption and emission of improved mirt and traditional three stone open cook stoves in Amaya, and Bure districts of Ethiopia. Climate Change, 7(23), 1–10. (Citations: 3)

5. Kedir, M. F. (2023). Prospects for rural transformation and socioenvironmental dilemma in the production and uses of liquid biofuels in Eastern Africa countries. In Rural Areas–Development and Transformations. (Citations: 2)

 

Suresh Kumar Patra | Energy Education | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Suresh Kumar Patra | Energy Education | Best Researcher Award

Distinguished Professor | Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan | India

Dr. Suresh Kumar Patra is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Physics at Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan (Deemed to be University), Bhubaneswar, and Visiting Professor at the Satananda Institute of Astronomy, Puri. He earned his Ph.D. in Nuclear Physics Theory from the Institute of Physics, Bhubaneswar, where his thesis focused on the relativistic mean-field study of beta-stable and beta-unstable nuclei. His professional career spans over two decades at the Institute of Physics, Bhubaneswar, where he progressed from Senior Lecturer to Professor before assuming his current role. Dr. Patra’s international experience includes postdoctoral fellowships and visiting research roles in Germany (Alexander von Humboldt Fellow), Japan (Monbusho Fellow), Spain, the United Kingdom (EPSRC Fellow), Taiwan, Portugal, and collaborations at GSI Darmstadt, University of Barcelona, and University of Surrey. His research interests include nuclear structure, neutron star physics, relativistic mean-field theory, superheavy nuclei, quarkyonic matter, and the role of dark matter in astrophysical phenomena. He has successfully led several major Indo-German, DST-SERB, BRNS, and international collaborative projects. Dr. Patra is an accomplished research mentor, having supervised more than 17 Ph.D. students and guided postdoctoral fellows, many of whom are now faculty members worldwide. Skilled in advanced computational physics, FORTRAN programming, and modeling of nuclear many-body systems, he also serves as an active reviewer for high-impact journals such as Physical Review C, Physical Review Letters, Nuclear Physics A, and JCAP. Beyond research, he contributes to science outreach as Vice-President of the Samanta Chandra Sekhar Amateur Astronomers’ Association and Patron Member of the Odisha Physical Society. His growing academic impact is reflected in 4,205 citations by 1,920 documents, 241 indexed publications, and an h-index of 35, demonstrating his significant and sustained influence on global nuclear physics research.

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Featured Publications

1. Kumar, B., Patra, S. K., & Agrawal, B. K. (2018). New relativistic effective interaction for finite nuclei, infinite nuclear matter, and neutron stars. Physical Review C, 97(4), 045806. Cited by 187.

2. Patra, S. K., & Praharaj, C. R. (1991). Relativistic mean field study of light medium nuclei away from beta stability. Physical Review C, 44(6), 2552. Cited by 178.

3. Del Estal, M., Centelles, M., Viñas, X., & Patra, S. K. (2001). Pairing properties in relativistic mean field models obtained from effective field theory. Physical Review C, 63(4), 044321. Cited by 163.

4. Patra, S. K., Wu, C. L., Praharaj, C. R., & Gupta, R. K. (1999). A systematic study of superheavy nuclei for Z = 114 and beyond using the relativistic mean field approach. Nuclear Physics A, 651(2), 117–139. Cited by 142.

5. Del Estal, M., Centelles, M., Viñas, X., & Patra, S. K. (2001). Effects of new nonlinear couplings in relativistic effective field theory. Physical Review C, 63(2), 024314. Cited by 135.

Oluwaseun Akinte | Energy Management | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Oluwaseun Akinte | Energy Management | Best Researcher Award

Rajamangala University of Technology Thanyaburi | Thailand

Dr. Oluwaseun Olanrewaju Akinte is an accomplished researcher in renewable energy systems, microgrid-utility grid integration, and advanced energy storage optimization, with a strong focus on developing sustainable and economically viable energy solutions. He holds a Ph.D. in Energy and Materials Engineering from Rajamangala University of Technology Thanyaburi, an MSc in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from Coventry University, United Kingdom, and a BSc from Olabisi Onabanjo University, Nigeria. His professional experience spans research assistantship at RMUTT’s Research and Service Energy Center (RSEC), volunteer lecturing at the University of the People (USA), project engineering roles in Nigeria, and academic tutoring. Dr. Akinte’s research interests include renewable energy system design, techno-econometric modeling of hybrid microgrids, optimization of control strategies, and integration of smart grid topologies. He is proficient in MATLAB, Simulink, HOMER Pro/GRID, ETAP, PSIM, and advanced modeling of power systems, power quality analysis, and biomass-to-energy conversion technologies. His experimental skills extend to hybrid energy storage design, closed-loop control algorithm implementation, and techno-economic feasibility analysis for microgrid deployment. Among his notable honors are the E-CUBE-I RMUTT Scholarship and Best Oral Presentation at ESS 4 for work on energy assessment and power reserve networks. He has delivered invited talks at PMU-B Brainpower Congress, International Conference on Power, Energy and Innovations (ICPEI), and the Eco-Energy Symposium. With numerous peer-reviewed publications in reputed journals such as IEEE Access, Sustainability, Franklin Open, and Energies, his work has significantly contributed to advancing the efficiency and reliability of hybrid energy networks. Dr. Akinte’s leadership, global collaborations, and commitment to mentoring emerging researchers position him as a future leader in the renewable energy sector. His growing academic impact is reflected in 18 citations by 18 documents, 5 documents indexed, and an h-index of 2.

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Featured Publications

1. Aina, T. S., Akinte, O. O., & Iyaomolere, B. A. (2022). Investigation on performance of microstrip patch antenna for a practical wireless local area network (WLAN) application. International Journal of Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology, 10(5), 221–226. (Cited by 4)

2. Aina, T., Akinte, O. O., Iyaomolere, B., Tosin, A. E., Abode, I. I., & Awelewa, A. J. (2022). Implementation of an intelligent motion detector. International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology, 9(1), 1148–1165. (Cited by 3)

3. Aina, T. S., Akinte, O. O., Iyaomolere, B. A., Iriaoghuan, A. I., & Samson, U. A. (2021). Development of a low-cost automatic Internet of Things extension system. Development, 1(1), 1–8. (Cited by 2)

4. Aina, T. S., Akinte, O. O., Awelewa, A. J., & Adelakun, D. O. (2022). Critical evaluation of waterfall project management methodology: A case study of digital management conference project. International Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research and Studies, 2(1), 1–10. (Cited by 8)

5. Akinte, O. O., & Aina, T. S. (2021). HVAC vs HVDC power system: Contemporary development in HVAC and HVDC power transmission system. International Journal of Scientific & Technology Research, 19, 252–261. (Cited by 6)