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

Tesfa Nega Gesese | Bioenergy | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Tesfa Nega Gesese | Bioenergy | Best Researcher Award

Lecturer and Bioenergy research group coordinator | Bahir Dar University | Ethiopia

Mr. Tesfa Nega Gesese is a Lecturer and Bioenergy Research Group Coordinator at Bahir Dar Institute of Technology, Bahir Dar University, Ethiopia, with over seven years of teaching and research experience. He holds an M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering and has built a strong academic foundation in renewable energy, waste valorisation, and greenhouse gas mitigation. His professional experience includes serving as a lecturer, course chair, and project leader, where he has coordinated large-scale research initiatives such as the mega project on integrated production of bioethanol, bio-hydrogen, and biogas from sesame stalk feedstock, as well as thematic research on computational modelling of anaerobic digestion and photosynthetic algae integration. His research interests span biomass valorisation, biofuels, pyrolysis, gasification, bio-composite materials, and sustainable energy systems. He has demonstrated advanced research skills in biomass pyrolysis kinetics, waste-to-energy conversion, and the development of renewable energy pathways tailored to local resources. Mr. Tesfa has authored and co-authored more than 15 peer-reviewed publications indexed in Scopus and Web of Science, focusing on biomass conversion technologies, bio-based materials, and environmental sustainability. His leadership role as a bioenergy research coordinator has enabled him to foster collaborative research, mentor young scholars, and deliver impactful solutions addressing Ethiopia’s energy challenges. He has also contributed to the scientific community as a reviewer for international journals and as a member of the Society of Ethiopian Chemical Engineers. His dedication to research excellence has earned recognition through funded research projects and academic achievements that align with global sustainability goals. Overall, Mr. Tesfa is committed to advancing bioenergy innovation, expanding international collaborations, and influencing policy toward clean energy transitions. Mr. Tesfa Nega Gesese’s growing academic impact is reflected in 26 citations, 10 documents, and an h-index of 3, demonstrating his emerging influence in the field of bioenergy and sustainable engineering.

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Featured Publications

1. Mersha, D. A., Gesese, T. N., Sendekie, Z. B., Admase, A. T., & Bezie, A. J. (2024). Operating conditions, products and sustainable recycling routes of aminolysis of polyethylene terephthalate (PET)–A review. Polymer Bulletin, 81(13), 11563–11579. Cited by: 20

2. Bantie, Z., Tezera, A., Abera, D., & Nega, T. (2024). Nanoclays as fillers for performance enhancement in building and construction industries: State of the art and future trends. In Developments in Clay Science and Construction Techniques. Cited by: 11

3. Gesese, T. N., Fanta, S. W., Mersha, D. A., & Satheesh, N. (2022). Physical properties and antibacterial activity of cotton fabric treated with methanolic extracts of Solanum incanum fruits and red onion peels. The Journal of The Textile Institute, 113(2), 292–302. Cited by: 6

4. Gesese, T. N., Getahun, E., & Getahun, A. A. (2024). Investigation of thermal degradation properties and chemical kinetic characteristics of biomass pyrolysis via TG/DTG and FTIR techniques: Sesame stalks as a potential source. International Journal of Energy Research, 2024(1), 8891126. Cited by: 4

5. Gesese, T. N., Getahun, E., & Getahun, A. A. (2025). Pyrolysis kinetics, thermodynamics, and reaction performance of wheat straw and water hyacinth using TGA‐DTG analysis: Bioenergy potential in Ethiopia. Biofuels, Bioproducts and Biorefining, 19(3), 705–729.  Cited by: 2

 

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)