Dr. Priya Tyagi | Sustainable Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Priya Tyagi | Sustainable Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Priya Tyagi | Sharda University | India

Dr. Priya Tyagi is a dedicated sustainable architect with extensive academic and professional expertise in sustainable design and rural housing development. She earned her Doctor of Philosophy from Malaviya National Institute of Technology, Jaipur, focusing on a decision-making framework for design quality assessment of rural houses in India, following her Master of Architecture in Sustainable Architecture from Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science and Technology, Murthal, and Bachelor of Architecture from Shri Ram Group of Colleges, Lucknow. She has actively contributed to research and practice in architecture, including a joint research project on municipal waste management at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Boston, and holds professional credentials as a Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment certified professional. Currently, she serves as Assistant Professor at Sharda School of Design, Architecture and Planning, Greater Noida, having previously held academic positions at Sanskar College of Architecture and Planning and practical experience with Shelter Architects and M/s Raj Architects and Builders. Dr. Tyagi has been recognized for her expertise through appointments as a reviewer for Scopus-indexed journals, including the Journal of Infrastructure, Policy and Development, and the Journal of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering. Her research output includes 9 documents with 6 citations and an h-index of 2, reflecting her growing impact in sustainable architecture, design quality assessment, and environmentally responsible building practices in India.

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Featured Publications

Tyagi, P., Shrivastava, B., & Kumar, N. (2024). Investigating rural housing quality indicators in the Indian scenario for inclusive imageability. Environment, Development and Sustainability, 26(10), 25609-25643.

Tyagi, P., Shrivastava, B., & Kumar, N. (2023). Towards creating inclusive villages: The types of rural settlements in India. ISVS e-Journal, 10(2), 91-106.

Bhyan, P., Tyagi, P., Doddamani, S., Kumar, N., & Shrivastava, B. (2023). Life cycle assessment of lightweight and sustainable materials. Lightweight and Sustainable Composite Materials, 117-142.

Tyagi, P., Shrivastava, B., & Kumar, N. (2024). A comprehensive investigation of rural and low-rise housing design quality: A thematic and bibliometric analysis. Journal of Housing and the Built Environment, 39(3), 1323-1353.

Tyagi, P., Shrivastava, B., & Kumar, N. (2025). Optimizing rural housing design quality: Indicators and parameters for comprehensive assessment. Environment, Development and Sustainability, 1-43.

Mr. Mohammad Alibabaei Shahraki | Structural Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Mohammad Alibabaei Shahraki | Structural Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Mohammad Alibabaei Shahraki | Technical and Vocational University | Iran

Mr. Mohammad Alibabaei Shahraki is a distinguished lecturer and researcher at the Technical and Vocational University in Tehran, Iran, specializing in civil engineering with a focus on earthquake engineering, structural dynamics, and structural design. Recognized for his exceptional academic achievements, he was the top student for 12 consecutive semesters and secured a single-digit rank in the national university entrance examination. His research excellence has been acknowledged with the title of Best Researcher in Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari Province, alongside the invention of two notable research innovations. Prof. Shahraki has made significant contributions to the field of structural control and seismic performance enhancement, including pioneering studies on multiple tuned mass dampers, elastoplastic-tuned mass damper-inerters, and the effectiveness of viscous dampers in steel frame structures, with his work published in prominent journals such as Soil Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering and Structures, and presented at international conferences on civil engineering, architecture, and urban planning. With a perfect GPA of 4.00 from Shahrekord University for his Master’s in Civil Engineering, he combines academic rigor with practical expertise, delivering high-quality teaching and research. His scholarly impact includes 60 citations across 44 documents, 4 published works, and an h-index of 2, reflecting his growing influence in earthquake-resistant structural design. Fluent in English, Prof. Shahraki actively engages with global research communities and maintains an ORCID profile to showcase his contributions.

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Featured Publications

Shahraki, M. A., Kamgar, R., & Heidarzadeh, H. (2023). Damage-based design of multiple tuned mass dampers to improve the seismic performance of steel frame structures. Soil Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering, 173, 108062.

Shahraki, M. A., Kamgar, R., & Heidarzadeh, H. (2023). Assessing the seismic behavior of structures controlled with a novel elastoplastic-tuned mass damper inerter considering the effects of soil-structure interactions. Structures, 57, 105265.

Shahraki, M. A., & Chaleshtori, H. S. A. (2025). Comparative analysis of novel non-linear tuned mass damper inerter and traditional tuned mass dampers in steel shear frame structures. International Journal of Structural Stability and Dynamics.

Shahraki, M. A. (2025). Response mitigations of adjacent structure with MPTMD under real and stochastic excitations. Discover Geoscience, 3(47), 1-20.

Alibabaei Shahraki, M. (2025). Cloud drift optimization algorithm as a nature-inspired metaheuristic. Discover Computing, 28(1), 1-28.

 

Mr. Ahmad Usman | Sustainable Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Ahmad Usman | Sustainable Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Ahmad Usman | Cranfield University | United Kingdom

Mr. Ahmad Usman is a dedicated PhD student at Cranfield University specializing in coating and corrosion science, with a strong focus on developing advanced materials to protect critical components in power plants under demanding conditions. His research encompasses the fireside-corrosion behavior of thermally sprayed and Ni-based coatings in challenging environments, including chlorine-rich combustion atmospheres, and investigates oxidation, erosion, and wear mechanisms at the microscopic level. Mr. Usman has contributed to advancing knowledge on thermal spray coatings through both academic and industry projects, including his role as Group Innovation Engineer at Welding Alloys Group, UK, and collaborations with the National High Temperature Surface Engineering Centre. He has co-authored book chapters on self-healing elastomers and polymeric paints and coatings, highlighting his expertise in functional polymers. His research interests include real-time monitoring of coating degradation, modeling corrosion kinetics in waste-to-energy (WtE) environments, and optimizing thermal spray coatings to resist high-temperature corrosion, erosion, and wear damage. With a growing citation record and an h-index of 2, Mr. Usman is an active member of the Institute of Corrosion and the Pakistan Engineering Council, demonstrating his commitment to both academic excellence and industrial innovation, while consistently exploring innovative solutions to extend the lifespan and reliability of critical energy infrastructure.

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Featured Publications

Usman, A., Syed, A., Isern Arrom, L., Nicholls, J., & Cordero, M. (2024, September 5). Degradation of novel coating systems for heat exchanger materials for WtE power plant applications [Conference poster]. EUROCORR 2024, Cranfield University.

Rehan, Z. A., & Usman, A. (2023). Polymeric paints and coatings. In Advanced Functional Polymers. Springer.

Zubair, Z., Usman, A., & Hafeez, A. (2023). Self-healing elastomers. In Advanced Functional Polymers. Springer.

Usman, A. (2021, December 8). Fabrication of low emissivity paint thermal/NIR radiation insulation for domestic applications [Conference poster]. 1st International Conference of Polymers and Composites (ICPC-2021).

Usman, A., Isern Arrom, L., Nicholls, J., Cordero, M., & Syed, A. U. (2025). Fireside corrosion behavior of thermally sprayed coatings for waste-to-energy power plant applications. Journal of Materials Engineering and Performance.

Prof. Ilknur Zeren Cetin | Sustainable Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Ilknur Zeren Cetin | Sustainable Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Ilknur Zeren Cetin | Ondokuz Mayis University | Turkey

Prof. Ilknur Zeren Cetin is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Urban and Regional Planning at Ondokuz Mayis University, Faculty of Architecture, Turkey. She has a strong academic and research background in urban sustainability, climate change impacts, land cover dynamics, and spatial planning, with her work focusing on integrating environmental monitoring and urban design to promote resilient and sustainable urban environments. She has contributed significantly to high-impact research, with publications in SCI, SSCI, and AHCI-indexed journals, including studies on climate change impacts in the Upper Sakarya Basin, large-scale monitoring of riparian land-cover changes, and the conservation of Taxus baccata. Her research also addresses practical urban challenges, such as assessing walkability for parents with strollers and providing recommendations for sustainable urban design, reflecting her interdisciplinary approach that bridges environmental science, urban planning, and social considerations. With 1,617 citations by 816 documents, 28 publications, and an h-index of 21, Prof. Cetin demonstrates a consistent record of scholarly influence and contribution to the field, and her work continues to guide evidence-based urban policy and planning strategies in Turkey and beyond, emphasizing sustainable development, climate adaptation, and community-centered urban design.

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Featured Publications

  • Cetin, M., Zeren, I., Sevik, H., Cakir, C., & Akpinar, H. (2018). A study on the determination of the natural park’s sustainable tourism potential. Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, 190(3), 167.

  • Sevik, H., Cetin, M., Ozel, H. B., Ozel, S., & Zeren Cetin, I. (2020). Changes in heavy metal accumulation in some edible landscape plants depending on traffic density. Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, 192(2), 78.

  • Cesur, A., Zeren Cetin, I., Cetin, M., Sevik, H., & Ozel, H. B. (2022). The use of Cupressus arizonica as a biomonitor of Li, Fe, and Cr pollution in Kastamonu. Water, Air, & Soil Pollution, 233(6), 193.

  • Cetin, M., Aljama, A. M. O., Alrabiti, O. B. M., Adiguzel, F., Sevik, H., & Zeren Cetin, I. (2022). Using topsoil analysis to determine and map changes in Ni and Co pollution. Water, Air, & Soil Pollution, 233(8), 293.

  • Cetin, M., Aljama, A. M. O., Alrabiti, O. B. M., Adiguzel, F., Sevik, H., & Zeren Cetin, I. (2022). Determination and mapping of regional change of Pb and Cr pollution in Ankara city center. Water, Air, & Soil Pollution, 233(5), 163.

  • Varol, T., Cetin, M., Ozel, H. B., Sevik, H., & Zeren Cetin, I. (2022). The effects of climate change scenarios on Carpinus betulus and Carpinus orientalis in Europe. Water, Air, & Soil Pollution, 233(2), 45.

  • Cesur, A., Zeren Cetin, I., Abo Aisha, A. E. S., Alrabiti, O. B. M., Aljama, A. M. O., et al. (2021). The usability of Cupressus arizonica annual rings in monitoring the changes in heavy metal concentration in air. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 28(27), 35642–35648.

 

Dr. Goutam Khankari | Sustainable Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Goutam Khankari | Sustainable Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Goutam Khankari | Damodar Valley Corporation | India

Dr. Goutam Khankari is a distinguished researcher and engineer specializing in thermal power systems. His PhD research, titled “Thermodynamic Analysis and Performance Improvement of Coal-Fired Thermal Power Plants,” focused on a comprehensive 4-E approach—Energy, Exergy, Environment, and Economic analysis—of various coal-fired steam power plants using high-ash Indian coals. The primary objective of his work was to enhance the overall efficiency and net power output of these plants by exploiting low-grade waste energy through the Kalina Cycle System, integrating solar energy, and optimizing operational conditions. Dr. Khankari’s research not only provides critical insights into energy and exergy efficiencies but also emphasizes sustainable practices and environmental considerations in coal-based power generation. His work has been widely recognized, reflected in 97 citations across 88 documents and an h-index of 5, demonstrating significant academic influence. Through his innovative approaches to performance improvement and waste energy utilization, Dr. Khankari has contributed meaningfully to the field of thermal engineering, offering practical solutions for maximizing energy output while minimizing environmental impact in India’s coal-fired power sector.

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Featured  Publications

Khankari, G., & Karmakar, S. (2016). Power generation from coal mill rejection using Kalina cycle. Journal of Energy Resources Technology, 138(5), 052004.

Khankari, G., Munda, J., & Karmakar, S. (2016). Power generation from condenser waste heat in coal-fired thermal power plant using Kalina cycle. Energy Procedia, 90, 613–624.

Khankari, G., & Karmakar, S. (2018). Power generation from fluegas waste heat in a 500 MWe subcritical coal-fired thermal power plant using solar assisted Kalina Cycle System 11. Applied Thermal Engineering, 138, 235–245.

Khankari, G., & Karmakar, S. (2021). A novel solar assisted Kalina cycle system for waste heat utilization in thermal power plants. International Journal of Energy Research, 45(12), 17146–17158.

Roge, N. H., Khankari, G., & Karmakar, S. (2022). Waste heat recovery from fly ash of 210 MW coal fired power plant using organic rankine cycle. Journal of Energy Resources Technology, 144(8), 082107.

Khankari, G., & Karmakar, S. (2014). Operational optimization of turbo-generator (TG) cycle of a 500MW coal-fired thermal power plant. In 2014 6th IEEE Power India International Conference (PIICON) (pp. 1–6).

Khankari, G., Karmakar, S., Pramanick, A., & Biswas, M. (2013). Thermodynamic analysis of a 500MW coal-fired Indian power plant. In ESMOC Conference, NIT Durgapur, India.

Dr. Chenxi Zhang | Chemical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Chenxi Zhang | Chemical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Chenxi Zhang , Tsinghua University , China.

Dr. Chenxi Zhang 🎓 is an Associate Researcher at Tsinghua University 🏛️ specializing in chemical and multiphase flow reaction engineering 💡. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering in 2017 under Professor Fei Wei’s supervision at Tsinghua, following his Bachelor’s degree at Tongji University 🧪. With 43 scientific publications 📄, over 70 patents 🧾, and 477 citations 📊, he has contributed significantly to non-destructive fluidized bed measurement and bubble dynamics. His work has received numerous prestigious awards 🏆 and fostered international collaborations 🌍. He currently serves on the editorial board of Particuology and actively supports academic innovation and excellence 🚀.

Professional Profile

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Education and Experience 

  • 🎓 B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering – Tongji University (2009–2013)

  • 🧪 Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering – Tsinghua University (2013–2017) under Prof. Fei Wei

  • 👨‍🔬 Assistant Researcher – Tsinghua University (2020–2023)

  • 👨‍🏫 Associate Researcher – Tsinghua University (2023–Present)

Summary Suitability

Dr. Chenxi Zhang, Associate Researcher at the Department of Chemical Engineering, Tsinghua University, is an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his exceptional contributions to multiphase flow reaction engineering and sustained academic excellence. With a Ph.D. earned under the mentorship of Prof. Fei Wei and over a decade of dedicated research, Dr. Zhang has made impactful advancements in chemical engineering, particularly in the modeling and measurement of bubble dynamics in high-pressure fluidized beds.

Professional Development

Dr. Chenxi Zhang has actively shaped his professional journey through interdisciplinary innovation 🧠 and technical excellence 🛠️. With 14 research projects completed or ongoing 📘, his work bridges theoretical and industrial research in reaction engineering 🔬. He has authored 43 journal articles in SCI/Scopus-indexed publications 📑, published a technical book 📚 (ISBN: 978-7-03-068125-6), and holds 70 patents 🧾. As a member of the Young Professional Editorial Board of Particuology 📝 and a member of the Chinese Society of Particuology 🇨🇳, he promotes scientific communication and collaborative growth globally 🌐. He has also collaborated with industry giants like Saudi Aramco 🛢️.

Research Focus 

Dr. Zhang’s research focuses on multiphase flow reaction engineering ⚗️, particularly in fluidized bed systems. By analyzing the analogy between bubble dynamics and spherical shock waves 💥, he develops hyperbolic wave-based motion models and applies non-destructive diagnostic methods for real-time measurement 📡. His use of Mach number analysis and spectral methods in controlling gas-solid interactions in high-pressure environments has led to breakthroughs in chemical reactor design 🔄. The practical applications of his research extend into cleaner energy systems 🌱, efficient chemical processes 🧫, and next-generation fluid dynamics modeling 🌀, setting benchmarks in industrial chemical engineering.

Awards and Honors (with emojis)

  • 🌟 Outstanding Young Scholar Award – Inner Mongolia, China

  • 💡 Young Innovation Award – Petrochemical Industry, China

  • 🧪 Influential Researcher – Industrial & Engineering Chemistry Research

  • 🌍 International Award for Outstanding Young Chemical Engineers

  • 🏅 Outstanding Young Scholar Award – Beijing, China

  • 🧬 Chinese Society of Particuology Youth Award

Publication Top Notes

  • 🌊 Title: Translocation and Transformation of Uranium Along the Aquatic Food Chain: New Insights into Uranium Risks to the Environment
    Type: Research Article
    Journal: Journal of Hazardous Materials
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 5

  • ⚛️ Title: Advances of Functionalized Bipyridine-Based Covalent-Organic Frameworks for Boosting Photocatalysis
    Type: Review Article
    Journal: Not specified
    Year: Not specified
    Citations: 16

  • 💡 Title: A Post-Modified Donor-Acceptor Covalent Organic Framework for Enhanced Photocatalytic H₂ Production and High Proton Transport
    Type: Research Article
    Journal: Journal of Materials Chemistry A
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 6

  • ⚡ Title: MIL-125-NH₂ Loaded on MXene to Promote Hydrogen Evolution Reaction for Electrocatalytic Water Splitting
    Type: Research Article
    Journal: Journal of Electroanalytical Chemistry
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 4

  • 🔗 Title: Synthesis and Proton-Conductive Behaviour of Two MOFs with Covalently Bonded Imidazoles in the Channels
    Type: Research Article
    Journal: Dalton Transactions
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 4

  • 🔋 Title: Chlorosulfonated Polyphenylene Ether Metal-Organic Framework Nanomaterial Composite Proton Exchange Membranes for Fuel Cells
    Type: Research Article
    Journal: ACS Applied Nano Materials
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 9

  • 🧩 Title: Anchoring of Fe-MIL-101-NH₂ to the Polymer Membrane Matrix through the Hinsberg Reaction to Promote Conductivity of SPEEK Membranes
    Type: Research Article
    Journal: Journal of Physical Chemistry B
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 4

  • ⚙️ Title: Insights into Correlations among the Hydrodesulfurization, Hydrodenitrogenation, and Hydrogen Evolution Reactions over Molybdenum Phosphide Catalysts Modified by Cerium Oxide
    Type: Research Article
    Journal: ACS Catalysis
    Year: 2023
    Citations: 12

Conclusion

Dr. Chenxi Zhang’s cutting-edge research, impactful publications, innovation-driven patents, and multiple national and international honors solidly establish his suitability for the Best Researcher Award, making him a distinguished role model in engineering research.