Ms. Haitong Yang | Renewable Energy | Women Researcher Award

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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Featured Publication

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

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. Aamir Ali | Smart Grid Systems | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Aamir Ali | Smart Grid Systems | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Aamir Ali | Quaid-e-Awam University of Engineering Science and Technology | Pakistan

Dr. Aamir Ali is currently serving as an Assistant Professor (BPS-19) in the Department of Electrical Engineering at Quaid-e-Awam University of Engineering, Science and Technology (QUEST), Nawabshah, Sindh, Pakistan. He is a highly dedicated academic and researcher specializing in power system planning and optimization, distributed generation, and microgrid operations in both islanded and grid-connected modes. Dr. Ali earned his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from QUEST in 2020, where his doctoral research focused on single and multi-objective mathematical programming, direct search evolutionary algorithms, and optimization techniques for economic dispatch, optimal power flow, and unit commitment with renewable energy integration such as wind and solar PV systems. Prior to his doctorate, he completed his Master of Engineering in Power System Optimization from the same institution in 2015 and his Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Power with an outstanding 85% score in 2012. His academic journey began with strong foundational performance at the intermediate and matriculation levels, both from the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, Hyderabad, Sindh, where he secured first division and A-1 grade distinctions. With 445 citations by 342 documents, 27 published works, and an h-index of 11, Dr. Aamir Ali has established himself as an active researcher in power systems optimization. He aspires to continue contributing to academia and research while leading a top-tier institution toward excellence in education and innovation.

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Akbar Talani, R., Kaloi, G. S., Ali, A., Abbas, G., Emara, A., & Touti, E. (2025, July 29). Fault analysis and performance improvement of grid-connected doubly fed induction generator through an enhanced crowbar protection scheme. PLOS One.

Ali, A., Akbar Talani, R., Kaloi, G. S., Bijarani, M. A., Abbas, G., Hatatah, M., Mercorelli, P., & Touti, E. (2025, January 29). Dynamic performance analysis and fault ride-through enhancement by a modified fault current protection scheme of a grid-connected doubly fed induction generator. Machines, 13(2).

Ali, A., Ali, A., Liu, Z., Abbas, G., Touti, E., & Nureldeen, W. (2024). Dynamic multi-objective optimization of grid-connected distributed resources along with battery energy storage management via improved bidirectional coevolutionary algorithm. IEEE Access.

Ali, A., Shah, A., Keerio, M. U., Mugheri, N. H., Abbas, G., Touti, E., Hatatah, M., Yousef, A., & Bouzguenda, M. (2024). Multi-objective security constrained unit commitment via hybrid evolutionary algorithms. IEEE Access.

Abbas, G., Wu, Z., & Ali, A. (2024, December). A two-stage reactive power optimization method for distribution networks based on a hybrid model and data-driven approach. IET Renewable Power Generation.

Ali, A., Aslam, S., Mirsaeidi, S., Mugheri, N. H., Memon, R. H., Abbas, G., & Alnuman, H. (2024, December). Multi-objective multiperiod stable environmental economic power dispatch considering probabilistic wind and solar PV generation. IET Renewable Power Generation.

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

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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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.