Ms. Haitong Yang | Renewable Energy | Women Researcher Award

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Ms. Haitong Yang | Renewable Energy | Women Researcher Award

Ms. Haitong Yang | China university of geosciences | China

Ms. Haitong Yang is a joint Ph.D. student at the China University of Geosciences (Beijing) specializing in Oil and Gas Engineering, with research focusing on advanced interpretation methods for production profiling based on microbial DNA sequencing. His academic background includes a Master’s degree in Oil and Gas Engineering from the China University of Petroleum (Beijing), where his work centered on production dynamic monitoring using microbial DNA sequencing, and a Bachelor’s degree in Oil and Gas Storage and Transportation Engineering from Northeast Petroleum University. Haitong has been recognized with multiple national and international awards, including the National Scholarship for Chinese Graduate Students, first prizes in the China Doctoral Academic Forum and the Asia Pacific Cup in Mathematical Modeling, as well as honors in innovation and entrepreneurship competitions. His technical expertise encompasses DNA extraction experiments, Mothur, CMG, Petrel, and MATLAB, applied to major projects in Shengli and Changqing Oilfields, where his work integrates microbial genomics with petroleum engineering to optimize reservoir evaluation, water flow path tracking, and fluid biomarker analysis. His contributions have resulted in 9 published documents, 51 citations by 47 documents, and an h-index of 3, reflecting his growing impact in the field of intelligent oil and gas engineering and reservoir characterization.

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Yang, H., Kang, Z., Wang, S., & Jiang, H. (2025). DNA-sequencing method maps subsurface fluid flow paths for enhanced monitoring. Communications Earth and Environment.

 

Prof. Dr. Jose Manuel Andujar Marquez | Renewable Energy | Hydrogen Energy Award

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Prof. Dr. Jose Manuel Andujar Marquez | Renewable Energy | Hydrogen Energy Award

Prof. Dr. Jose Manuel Andujar Marquez | University of Huelva | Spain

Prof. Dr. Jose Manuel Andujar Marquez is a Full Professor at the University of Huelva in Spain with expertise in control engineering, renewable energies, hydrogen technologies, energy rehabilitation, engineering education, and precision farming. He holds a PhD in Engineering from the University of Huelva, a degree in Physical Sciences from UNED, and an Industrial Technical Engineering degree from the University of Seville. Over his career, he has authored more than five hundred fifty publications including journal articles, books, book chapters, conference papers, and patents, with over one hundred seventy articles indexed in ISI JCR journals and more than ninety in Q1 journals. Notably, fifty-four of his articles appear in the top ten journals in their category, several ranking first. His work has significant international impact, reflected in an h index of forty or more on Scopus, forty-six or more on ResearchGate, and fifty-two or more on Google Scholar, with over ten thousand citations in major databases and more than two hundred fifty thousand reads on ResearchGate. His research contributions span intelligent control systems, renewable energy integration, sustainable engineering technologies, and precision farming, demonstrating a strong commitment to innovation and advancing engineering solutions for global challenges. His publications have influenced both academic research and practical applications in energy efficiency, smart systems, and sustainable technology development.

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Featured Publications

Andújar, J. M., & Segura, F. (2009). Fuel cells: History and updating. A walk along two centuries. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 13(9), 2309-2322.

Andújar, J. M., Mejías, A., & Márquez, M. A. (2010). Augmented reality for the improvement of remote laboratories: An augmented remote laboratory. IEEE Transactions on Education, 54(3), 492-500.

Enrique, J. M., Durán, E., Sidrach-de-Cardona, M., & Andújar, J. M. (2007). Theoretical assessment of the maximum power point tracking efficiency of photovoltaic facilities with different converter topologies. Solar Energy, 81(1), 31-38.

Vivas, F. J., De las Heras, A., Segura, F., & Andújar, J. M. (2018). A review of energy management strategies for renewable hybrid energy systems with hydrogen backup. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 82, 126-155.

Enrique, J. M., Andújar, J. M., & Bohorquez, M. A. (2010). A reliable, fast and low cost maximum power point tracker for photovoltaic applications. Solar Energy, 84(1), 79-89.

Sánchez Cordero, A., Gómez Melgar, S., & Andújar Márquez, J. M. (2019). Green building rating systems and the new framework Level(s): A critical review of sustainability certification within Europe. Energies, 13(66), 1-26.

Durán, E., Piliougine, M., Sidrach-de-Cardona, M., Galán, J., & Andújar, J. M. (2008). Different methods to obtain the I–V curve of PV modules: A review. In 2008 33rd IEEE Photovoltaic Specialists Conference (pp. 1-6).

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.

 

 

 

Prof. Yangjun Zhang | Energy Storage Solutions | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Yangjun Zhang | Energy Storage Solutions | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Yangjun Zhang | Tsinghua University | China

Prof. Yangjun Zhang, Hubei Province, is a distinguished scholar in aeroengine engineering. He earned his doctoral degree from the Beijing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics and completed postdoctoral research at Tsinghua University. He advanced through academic ranks to become a full professor. His pioneering contributions span aerothermodynamics, turbocharging systems, and turboelectric power systems. Prof. Zhang developed China’s first high-pressure ratio turbocharging system and the first turbo-electric fan engine. He has published hundreds of papers, written several books, and holds numerous national and international patents. He currently serves in leading academic and professional committee roles worldwide.

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Education and Experience

Prof. Yangjun Zhang received his doctoral degree in aeroengine engineering from the Beijing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics. After completing his postdoctoral work at Tsinghua University, he entered academia as an associate professor and later became a full professor. Over the course of his career, he has conducted groundbreaking research in turbomachinery aerothermodynamics and advanced power systems. His achievements include innovations in turbocharged engines and the development of turboelectric propulsion systems. He now serves as the executive deputy director of the State Key Laboratory of Intelligent Green Vehicle and Mobility, while remaining a global leader in propulsion and energy research.

Summary Suitability

Prof. Yangjun Zhang is an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award, recognized for his pioneering contributions to aeroengine engineering, turbomachinery aerothermodynamics, and advanced power systems. His research bridges fundamental science and engineering applications, significantly advancing both the automotive and aerospace sectors.Prof. Zhang’s early research uncovered novel flow mechanisms in turbocharged engine systems, leading to innovative methods that enhanced compressor stability. These breakthroughs enabled the successful development of China’s first high-pressure ratio turbocharging system.

Professional Development

Prof. Yangjun Zhang has advanced the field of propulsion through academic leadership, innovative research, and professional service. He has published extensively, authored multiple books, and secured a wide range of patents. His editorial role as one of the editors-in-chief of the International Journal of Fluid Machinery and Systems highlights his global academic influence. In addition, he holds prominent leadership positions in major scientific and engineering societies, including chairing committees on new energy power technology and serving as vice chair of professional organizations in engineering thermophysics. His leadership has fostered international collaboration and strengthened academic and industrial progress.

Research Focus

Prof. Yangjun Zhang focuses on aerothermodynamics of turbomachinery and advanced power systems with applications in aerospace and automotive industries. His early work revealed new flow mechanisms in turbocharged engine systems and introduced innovative methods to enhance compressor stability. His more recent research explores turboelectric power systems, where he developed integrated design methods for turbomachines and electric machines with multiphysics coupling. His achievements include high-power-density motor cooling innovations using flat heat pipes and the concept of a variable cycle fuel cell turbo-electric engine. He led the creation of China’s first high-pressure ratio turbocharging system and the first turbo-electric fan engine.

Awards and Honors

Prof. Yangjun Zhang has received numerous prestigious awards for his exceptional contributions to engineering. His honors include recognition from leading international engineering societies for best research papers, medals for outstanding innovation, and national awards for scientific and technological progress. His achievements have also been celebrated with distinguished engineer awards and prizes for excellence in industry applications. These accolades reflect his global influence and leadership in propulsion, turbomachinery, and advanced power systems research, establishing him as a highly respected authority and one of the most impactful scholars in his field.

Publication Top notes

Title: ME-NN: a modal-enhanced neural network for ducted fan flow fields and performance modeling under complex environments
Year: 2024

Conclusion

Prof. Yangjun Zhang’s sustained research excellence, groundbreaking innovations, and international leadership make him a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His work not only pushes the boundaries of propulsion and energy systems but also strengthens global collaboration and technological progress, embodying the very spirit of this distinguished recognition.