Christian Idogho | Solar Energy | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Christian Idogho | Solar Energy | Best Researcher Award

Researcher | University of Vermont | United States

Mr. Christian Idogho is a Ph.D. Candidate in Materials Science at the University of Vermont, where he focuses on semiconductor thin-film growth, materials characterization, and renewable energy systems. He earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Agriculture, Makurdi (2020) and a Diploma in Chemical Engineering from Auchi Polytechnic. His professional and research experience spans multiple institutions and international collaborations, including advanced thin-film deposition projects using CVD, sputtering, and pulsed-laser deposition, as well as in-situ X-ray scattering studies at Brookhaven National Laboratory. He has also contributed to renewable energy forecasting research using machine learning at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, and held teaching assistantships at both the University of Vermont and Auchi Polytechnic, mentoring students in physics and core engineering subjects. His research interests include semiconductor thin-film growth, thermoelectric materials, machine learning for clean energy forecasting, renewable energy systems, and advanced materials characterization techniques such as XRD, SEM, AFM, and ellipsometry. Mr. Idogho’s research skills cover a wide spectrum, including COMSOL Multiphysics, MATLAB, Python, CAD tools (SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor), and simulation of photovoltaic and thermoelectric systems. His awards and honors include the Best Researcher Award in Machine Learning (2025), Best Undergraduate Thesis Award (2020), and the Olive Real Estate Science and Engineering Scholarship. He is also an active reviewer for journals such as Energy Research and Clean Energy and maintains memberships in Sigma Xi, the Association for Iron & Steel Technology (AIST), Material Advantage, NSBE, and Black in AI. Mr. Idogho’s contributions through publications in Energy Science & Engineering, Energies, and Unconventional Resources underscore his growing reputation in clean energy and advanced materials. With his vision, technical expertise, and commitment to international collaboration, he is positioned to become a global leader in sustainable energy materials and semiconductor research. Mr. Idogho’s growing academic impact is reflected in 21 citations, 4 documents, and an h-index of 1, demonstrating his emerging influence in materials science and renewable energy research.

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Featured Publications

1. Maduabuchi, C., Nsude, C., Eneh, C., Eke, E., Okoli, K., Okpara, E., & Idogho, C. (2023). Renewable energy potential estimation using climatic-weather-forecasting machine learning algorithms. Energies, 16(4), 1603. Cited by: 25

2. Onuh, P., Ejiga, J. O., Abah, E. O., Onuh, J. O., Idogho, C., & Omale, J. (2024). Challenges and opportunities in Nigeria’s renewable energy policy and legislation. World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 23(2), 2354–2372.  Cited by: 15

3. Idoko, P. I., Ezeamii, G. C., Idogho, C., Peter, E., Obot, U. S., & Iguoba, V. A. (2024). Mathematical modeling and simulations using software like MATLAB, COMSOL and Python. Magna Scientia Advanced Research and Reviews, 12(2), 62–95. Cited by: 6

4. Maduabuchi, C., Nsude, C., Eneh, C., Eke, E., Okoli, K., Okpara, E., & Idogho, C. (2023). Renewable energy potential estimation using climatic-weather-forecasting machine learning algorithms. Energies, 16(4), 1603.  Cited by: 3

5. Idogho, C., Abah, E. O., Onuh, J. O., Harsito, C., Omenka, K., Samuel, A., Ejila, A., & Idoko, I. P. (2025). Machine learning-based solar photovoltaic power forecasting for Nigerian regions. Energy Science & Engineering, 13(4), 1922–1934. Cited by: 1

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.

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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

 

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)

 

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)