Assist. Prof. Dr. Monaem Elmnifi | Renewable Energy | Editorial Board Member

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Monaem Elmnifi | Renewable Energy | Editorial Board Member

Assist. Prof. Dr. Monaem Elmnifi | Bright Star University | Libya

Assist. Prof. Dr.Monaem  Elmnifi is a dedicated mechanical engineering professional known for his strong expertise in renewable energy, heat transfer, materials science, and advanced manufacturing technologies. In his roles as Assistant and Associate Lecturer at the University of Benghazi, along with his academic contributions at Bright Star University, he has played a key part in teaching core mechanical engineering courses and guiding students toward practical, research-driven learning. His supervision of undergraduate projects demonstrates a clear focus on sustainable engineering solutions, including waste-to-energy conversion systems, solar-powered adsorption cooling technologies, and hybrid solar–wind energy generation tailored to regional needs. His academic influence is further evidenced by notable research metrics: Scopus records 261 citations by 204 documents, 40 indexed publications, and an h-index of 9. His ORCID profile lists 54 works, with 50 publicly visible. Google Scholar reflects a strong scholarly impact with 1,015 citations, an h-index of 19, and an i10-index of 29. These achievements highlight Mr. Monaem Hamad Elmnifi’s professional strength, his commitment to advancing mechanical engineering knowledge, and his growing contribution to sustainable energy research and engineering education.

Profiles: Scopus | Orcid | Google Scholar

Featured Publications

Nassar, Y. F., El-Khozondar, H. J., Khaleel, M. M., Ahmed, A. A., Alsharif, A. H., … Elmnifi, M. (2024). Design of reliable standalone utility-scale pumped hydroelectric storage powered by PV/Wind hybrid renewable system. Energy Conversion and Management, 322, 119173.

Khaleel, M., Nassar, Y., El-Khozondar, H. J., Elmnifi, M., Rajab, Z., Yaghoubi, E., … others. (2024). Electric vehicles in China, Europe, and the United States: Current trend and market comparison. International Journal of Electrical Engineering and Sustainability, 1–20.

Makhzom, A. M., Aissa, K. R., Alshanokie, A. A., Nassar, Y. F., El-Khozondar, H. J., … Elmnifi, M. (2023). Carbon dioxide life cycle assessment of the energy industry sector in Libya: A case study. International Journal of Electrical Engineering and Sustainability, 145–163.

Khaleel, M., Yusupov, Z., Alderoubi, N., Abdul_jabbar, R. L., Elmnifi, M., … others. (2024). Evolution of emissions: The role of clean energy in sustainable development. Challenges in Sustainability, 12(2), 122–135.

Jenkins, P., Elmnifi, M., Younis, A., & Emhamed, A. (2019). Hybrid power generation by using solar and wind energy: Case study. World Journal of Mechanics, 9(4), 81–93.

Nassar, Y., Irhouma, M., Salem, M., El-Khozondar, H., Suliman, S., Elmnifi, M., … others. (2025). Towards green economy: Case of electricity generation sector in Libya. Solar Energy and Sustainable Development Journal, 14(1), 334–360.

Moria, H., & Elmnifi, M. (2020). Feasibility study into possibility potentials and challenges of renewable energy in Libya. International Journal of Advanced Science and Technology, 29(3), 12546–12560.

Nassar, Y. F., El-Khozondar, H. J., Abouqeelah, M. H., Abubaker, A. A., Miskeen, A. B., … Elmnifi, M. (2023). Simulating the energy, economic and environmental performance of concentrating solar power technologies using SAM: Libya as a case study. Journal of Solar Energy and Sustainable Development, 12(2), 4–23.

Dr. Qinglu Fan | Renewable Energy | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Qinglu Fan | Renewable Energy | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Qinglu Fan | YiBin Vocational And Technical College | China

Dr. Qinglu Fan is a lecturer at YiBin Vocational and Technical College, specializing in materials science and engineering with a research focus on nickel-based layered cathode materials for lithium-ion batteries. She earned her doctoral degree at Guangdong University of Technology from 2016 to 2021 and conducted research as a visiting Ph.D. student at Binghamton University from 2019 to 2021. Her work centers on interface and bulk regulation of Ni-rich layered cathode materials to enhance their electrochemical performance, stability, and efficiency. She has published more than ten papers as the first author in international journals, including Journal of Power Sources, ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, and Applied Materials Today, and authored the book “Lithium-ion Battery Nickel-based Layered Cathode Materials and Its Modifications.” Her research is supported by multiple ongoing projects, including participation in the National Natural Science Foundation of China, as principal investigator of the Ph.D. Startup Fund at Yibin Vocational and Technical College, and leadership of the Academician Ouyang Minggao Workstation Youth Talent Development Fund. With an h-index of ten, she continues to contribute to the advancement of sustainable energy storage materials and innovative solutions for next-generation lithium-ion batteries.

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Featured Publications

  • Fan, Q., Li, X., Cheng, Y., Hu, Y., Ma, W., & Chen, Z. (2025). Enhanced cycling stability of nickel-rich single-crystal LiNi0.83Co0.12Mn0.05O2 at high voltage via low-temperature epitaxial rock-salt interface engineering. Journal of Materials Science.

  • Fan, Q., Li, X., Cheng, Y., Hu, Y., Ma, W., Almuqrin, A. H., Alodhayb, A. N., Chen, Z., & Shi, Z. (2025). Comprehensive investigation of the impact of calcination temperature-induced Li/Ni mixing on LiNi0.8Mn0.1Co0.1O2. Materials Today Energy.

  • Fan, Q., Chen, Z., Ma, W., & Shi, Z. (2025). Examining the collaborative impact of a heterojunction TiO2 coating and Ti substitution on LiNi0.8Co0.1Mn0.1O2 via a single-step modification approach. Applied Materials Today.

  • Fan, Q. (2021). Heterojunction TiO2@TiOF2 nanosheets as superior anode materials for sodium-ion batteries. Journal of Materials Chemistry A.

  • Fan, Q., Lin, K., Guan, S., Chen, J., Feng, S., Liu, L., & Shi, Z. (2021). Constructing high conductive composite coating with TiN and polypyrrole to improve the performance of LiNi0.8Co0.1Mn0.1O2 at high cutoff voltage of 4.5 V. ACS Applied Energy Materials.

  • Fan, Q. (2021). Can greener Cyrene replace NMP for electrode preparation of NMC 811 cathodes? Journal of The Electrochemical Society.

 

 

 

Mr. Yohannes Shuka Jara | Renewable Energy | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Yohannes Shuka Jara | Renewable Energy | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Yohannes Shuka Jara | Borana University | Ethiopia

Mr. Yohannes Shuka Jara is a dedicated lecturer and researcher in the Department of Chemistry at Borana University, Ethiopia, with a strong academic and professional trajectory in physical chemistry and sustainable nanotechnology. Currently pursuing a PhD at the University of Messina, Italy, he holds an MSc in Physical Chemistry from Hawassa University and a BSc in Chemistry from Dilla University. His professional experience includes serving as Lecturer of Physical Chemistry at Borana University, Chief-in Laboratory Chemist, and Senior Lab Technical Assistant at Madda Walabu University, where he contributed significantly to research and laboratory management. His research primarily focuses on the green synthesis of nanoparticles and metal oxide semiconductors for sustainable applications, including green energy conversion, electrochemical and bio-nano sensors, catalysis design, and environmental remediation. Notable projects include biosynthesized N-Zn co-doped CuO nanoparticles for photocatalytic dye degradation, polyaniline-coated nanocomposites for enhanced microbial fuel cell efficiency, and activated carbon from Vernonia amygdalina for water purification. With 50 citations across 49 documents and an h-index of 2, Mr. Jara actively engages with the scientific community through platforms such as ORCID, ResearchGate, Scopus, and LinkedIn, demonstrating a strong commitment to advancing sustainable chemistry and nanotechnology solutions.

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Featured Publications

Jara, Y. S., Mohammed, E. T., & Mekiso, T. T. (2025). Biosynthesized pure CuO, N-CuO, Zn-CuO, and N-Zn-CuO nanoparticles for photocatalytic activity: Enhanced optical properties through bandgap engineering. Next Materials.

Shuka, Y. (2025). Investigation of energy efficiency in a zeolite-water adsorption solar cooling system utilizing locally sourced materials for the conservation chamber. Physical Science International Journal.

Eyoel, T., Shuka, Y., Tadesse, S., Tesfaye, T., Mengesha, M., & Mert, S. O. (2025). Green energy: Power generation improvement in microbial fuel cells using bio-synthesized polyaniline-coated Co3O4 nanocomposite. International Journal of Energy Research.

Tesfaye, T., Shuka, Y., Tadesse, S., Eyoel, T., & Mengesha, M. (2025). Improving the power production efficiency of microbial fuel cell by using biosynthesized polyaniline-coated Fe3O4 as pencil graphite anode modifier. Scientific Reports.

Jara, Y. S., Mekiso, T. T., & Washe, A. P. (2024). Highly efficient catalytic degradation of organic dyes using iron nanoparticles synthesized with Vernonia amygdalina leaf extract. Scientific Reports.

Mengesha, M., Shuka, Y., Eyoel, T., & Tesfaye, T. (2024). Novel biomaterial-derived activated carbon from Lippia adoensis (Var. Koseret) leaf for efficient organic pollutant dye removal from water solution. American Journal of Applied Chemistry, 12(2), 11.

Jara, Y. S., & Gari, A. N. (2023). The impact of land use types on soil physicochemical properties and agricultural productivity: A case of Gojera Kebele, Dinsho District, South Eastern Ethiopia. Research Square.

Dr. Moustafa Magdi Ismail Mohamed | Renewable Energy | Transportation Research Award

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Dr. Moustafa Magdi Ismail Mohamed | Renewable Energy | Transportation Research Award

 

Dr. Moustafa Magdi Ismail Mohamed , King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals , Saudi Arabia

Dr. Moustafa Magdi Ismail Mohamed 🎓 is an accomplished Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering ⚡ at Minia University, Egypt, he brings a rich background in teaching, research, and academic leadership. Passionate about sustainable energy 🌱, smart grids 💡, and electric vehicles 🚗🔋, Dr. Moustafa has made significant strides in these fields. His contributions include guiding graduate projects, publishing scholarly articles 📚, and serving as a top reviewer for IEEE journals 🏅. Dedicated to innovation and education, he actively participates in curriculum design and lab supervision, all while promoting quality assurance in engineering education 🛠️👨‍🏫.

Publication Profile

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Education & Experience 

  • 🎓 Assistant Professor, Minia University, Egypt (Aug 2021 – Present)

    • Teaching & curriculum design for Electrical Engineering

    • Supervision of graduate projects, labs, and quality systems

  • 🎓 Assistant Professor, Higher Institute of Engineering and Technology – New Minya (Oct 2021 – Jan 2022)

    • Delivered technical courses across various levels

  • 👨‍🏫 Assistant Lecturer, Minia University (Since Oct 2011)

  • 🎓 Academic Qualifications: PhD in Electrical Engineering (details not provided here, assumed complete)

Suitability summary

Dr. Moustafa Magdi Ismail Mohamed’s work aligns seamlessly with the goals of the Transportation Research Award, having made transformative contributions to electric transportation technologies. As an Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering at Minia University, Egypt, he has pioneered research in Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) control, battery management systems, predictive EV drive control, and AI-based optimization techniques—all key elements that enhance the efficiency, reliability, and intelligence of transportation systems. 📈🔌🚘

Professional Development 

Dr. Moustafa continually invests in his professional growth 📈. With a strong foundation in renewable energy systems ☀️ and electric mobility ⚙️, he keeps pace with emerging technologies through ongoing research and academic engagement. He actively contributes to scholarly dialogue by publishing in prestigious journals and reviewing for top IEEE Transactions titles 🧠📄. He also attends conferences, workshops, and faculty development programs focused on e-learning 💻 and energy sustainability 🌍. As an academic supervisor for graduate programs, he nurtures the next generation of engineers while remaining deeply engaged in his own development and that of the educational systems around him 📚🌐.

Research Focus

Dr. Moustafa’s research centers on sustainable and smart energy solutions ⚡🌱. His focus spans renewable energy integration 🌞, net-zero energy buildings 🏘️, electric vehicle (EV) charging networks 🚗🔌, and battery management systems 🔋. He explores the use of control systems, power electronics, and machine learning 🤖 to enhance grid stability and efficiency. His projects often address national and global challenges in clean energy and energy policy 🌍📊. With a commitment to environmental impact and technological innovation, he contributes both theoretical insight and practical solutions to advance green engineering and intelligent energy infrastructures 🧠💡.

Awards and Honors 

  • 🏅 Recognized as a Top Reviewer in multiple IEEE Transactions journals

  • 🥇 Multiple research publications cited on Google Scholar and ResearchGate

  • 🎖️ Academic excellence acknowledged in faculty committees and university boards

  • 🌟 Active contributor to international research communities and engineering networks

Publication Top Notes

  • Adaptive Speed Control of PMSM Drive System Based on a New Sliding-Mode Reaching Law
    IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics, Vol. 35, No. 11, 2020 – Citations: 329
    ➤ Developed a robust sliding-mode control law for PMSM drives.

  • 🧬 Parameter Optimization of Adaptive Flux-Weakening Strategy for PMSM Drives Using Particle Swarm Algorithm
    IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics, Vol. 34, No. 12, 2019 – Citations: 93
    ➤ Enhanced PMSM efficiency using swarm intelligence-based tuning.

  • 🌀 Torque Ripple Reduction Strategy for Surface-Mounted PMSMs in Flux-Weakening Region Using Genetic Algorithm
    IEEE Transactions on Industry Applications, 2021 – Citations: 25
    ➤ Optimized torque performance using GA-based control refinement.

  • ⚡ Fast Terminal Reaching Law-Based Composite Speed Control for PMSM Drives
    IEEE Access, 2022 – Citations: 23
    ➤ Introduced a fast-reacting composite controller for high-speed applications.

  • 📈 Adaptive Linear Predictive Model for Improved PMSM Control Across Speed Regions
    IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics, 2022 – Citations: 21
    ➤ Delivered a flexible predictive control model for dynamic conditions.

  • 🔄 Low-Complexity Model Predictive Current Control for Three-Level Inverter-Fed Linear Induction Machines
    IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics, 2022 – Citations: 20
    ➤ Proposed a simplified and efficient control method for LIMs.

  • 🏠 Optimal Residential Microgrid Planning Using Demand Response and ABC Algorithm
    IEEE Access, Vol. 10, 2022 – Citations: 14
    ➤ Integrated smart grid optimization with artificial bee colony technique.

  • 🔌 Optimal EV and DG Integration into CIGRE’s MV Benchmark Model
    IEEE Access, Vol. 10, 2022
    ➤ Evaluated EV and DG coordination strategies in modern power systems.

Conclusion

Dr. Moustafa Magdi Ismail Mohamed’s research makes a direct and valuable impact on the transportation sector, offering real-world solutions for electric mobility and smart transport systems. His blend of academic excellence, applied innovation, and visionary thinking exemplifies the spirit of the Transportation Research Award. Recognizing him with this award would honor a career dedicated to transforming how we power, control, and advance transportation in the era of sustainability. 🏆🌎🚙