Kangkang Sun | Engineering and Technology | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Kangkang Sun | Engineering and Technology | Research Excellence Award

Harbin Institute of Technology | China

Kangkang Sun is an accomplished researcher and master supervisor whose work advances security control, intelligent systems, and artificial intelligence for cyber-physical and aerospace applications. With an h-index of 16, over 41 published documents, and more than 3,547 citations, he has built a strong academic record grounded in rigorous research and impactful scholarship. Dr. Sun earned his PhD in Control Science and Engineering and later gained international experience as a visiting scholar at Politecnico di Milano and a research associate at City University of Hong Kong. His academic career includes roles as Assistant Professor and Associate Researcher at the Harbin Institute of Technology and the Ministry of Science and Technology of China. His research focuses on secure control of cyber-physical systems, intelligent and adaptive control, reinforcement learning, deep learning, autonomous spacecraft/robot control, and interpretability in AI. He has published extensively in top-tier IEEE journals, with several papers recognized as ESI highly cited papers. His professional impact is further reflected through editorial board roles, associate editorships, and service in IEEE and IFAC technical committees. A recipient of multiple awards, including recognition among Stanford’s Top 2% Scientists, his work continues to contribute significantly to the fields of control engineering and artificial intelligence.

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Sun, K., Zheng, Q., & Jin, R. (2025). Secure control for spacecraft relative dual quaternion systems with denial-of-service attacks. IEEE Transactions on Aerospace and Electronic Systems.

Sun, K., & Zhang, X. (2024). Security control for cyber-physical systems with optimal dynamic stealthy actuator attacks. IEEE Transactions on Automation Science and Engineering, 22, 8925–8936.

Sun, K., Liu, L., Qiu, J., & Feng, G. (2021). Fuzzy adaptive finite-time fault-tolerant control for strict-feedback nonlinear systems. IEEE Transactions on Fuzzy Systems, 29(4), 786–796.

Sun, K., Mou, S., Qiu, J., Wang, T., & Gao, H. (2019). Adaptive fuzzy control for non-triangular structural stochastic switched nonlinear systems with full state constraints. IEEE Transactions on Fuzzy Systems, 27(8), 1587–1601.

Sun, K., Guo, R., & Qiu, J. (2022). Fuzzy adaptive switching control for stochastic systems with finite-time prescribed performance. IEEE Transactions on Cybernetics, 52(9), 9922–9930.

Sanjay Kumar Bhardwaj | Biology and Life Sciences | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Sanjay Kumar Bhardwaj | Biology and Life Sciences | Research Excellence Award

CCS University | India

Professor Sanjay Kumar Bhardwaj is a distinguished zoologist with over 35 years of research experience, recognized for his pioneering work in photoperiodism, seasonal breeding, light color, and intensity effects in birds. Currently serving as a Professor of Zoology, he has contributed extensively to avian chronobiology and environmental physiology, with 89 research papers, multiple book articles, and proceedings. He has supervised numerous M.Phil. scholars and Ph.D. researchers, led more than 10 major research projects, and secured substantial funding from DBT, SERB, UGC, CSIR, DST, and State Government of U.P. His international exposure includes prestigious INSA Exchange Fellowships, and he has represented India at major global conferences such as the International Ornithological Congress and International Chronobiology meetings. Recognized with honors like the FAEB Fellowship, Research Excellence Award, Rashtriya Gaurav Award, and Lifetime Achievement Award, he has also organized major scientific symposia and workshops at national and international levels. His research continues to advance understanding of avian physiology, biological rhythms, cognition under light pollution, and environmental influences on animal biology.

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Gupta, B. K., Sarkar, U. K., Bhardwaj, S. K., & Pal, A. (2011). Condition factor, length–weight and length–length relationships of an endangered fish Ompok pabda (Hamilton 1822) (Siluriformes: Siluridae) from the River Gomti. Journal of Applied Ichthyology, 27(3), 962–964.

Batra, T., Malik, I., Prabhat, A., Bhardwaj, S. K., & Kumar, V. (2020). Sleep in unnatural times: Illuminated night negatively affects sleep and associated hypothalamic gene expressions in diurnal zebra finches. Proceedings of the Royal Society B, 287(1928), 20192952.

Mishra, I., Bhardwaj, S. K., Malik, S., & Kumar, V. (2017). Concurrent hypothalamic gene expression under acute and chronic long days: Implications for initiation and maintenance of photoperiodic response in migratory songbirds. Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology, 439, 81–94.

Gupta, B. K., Sarkar, U. K., & Bhardwaj, S. K. (2012). Assessment of habitat quality with relation to fish assemblages in an impacted river of the Ganges basin, northern India. The Environmentalist, 32(1), 35–47.

Kumar, J., Malik, S., Bhardwaj, S. K., & Rani, S. (n.d.). Bright light at night alters the perception of daylength in Indian weaver bird (Ploceus philippinus). Journal of Experimental Zoology Part A: Ecological and Integrative… (details incomplete—please share year, volume, pages for full APA format).

Yong-Liang Xiong | Engineering and Technology | Excellence in Innovation Award

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Mr. Yong-Liang Xiong | Engineering and Technology | Excellence in Innovation Award

Huazhong university of science and technology | China

Mr.Yongliang Xiong is a distinguished Professor at Huazhong University of Science and Technology, recognized for his impactful contributions to applied mathematics, fluid mechanics, and computational mechanics. He earned his Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics and Scientific Computing from the University of Bordeaux, France, followed by academic appointments that led to his professorship in the School of Aeronautics and Astronautics at HUST. His international experience includes a visiting scholarship at Duke University, strengthening global collaborations and interdisciplinary advancements. Xiong’s notable achievements include developing a multi-physics simulation framework for ignition transients in solid rocket motors, advancing predictive modeling capabilities in aerospace applications. His editorial service for Applied Mathematics and Mechanics and active participation in professional societies highlight his leadership in the field. His research interests encompass CFD, mechanics, high-performance computing, and multi-physics coupling. His continued innovations, scholarly influence, and commitment to advancing scientific knowledge reinforce his standing as a leading researcher driving excellence in computational and aerospace sciences.

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Featured Publications

Duan, J., Xiong, Y., & Yang, D. (2020). Study on the effect of multiple spiral fins for improved phase change process. Applied Thermal Engineering, 169, 114966.

Yang, D., Xiong, Y. L., & Guo, X. F. (2017). Drag reduction of a rapid vehicle in supercavitating flow. International Journal of Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering, 9(1), 35–44.

Xiong, Y. L., Bruneau, C. H., & Kellay, H. (2013). A numerical study of two-dimensional flows past a bluff body for dilute polymer solutions. Journal of Non-Newtonian Fluid Mechanics, 196, 8–26.

Meuel, T., Xiong, Y. L., Fischer, P., Bruneau, C. H., Bessafi, M., & Kellay, H. (2013). Intensity of vortices: From soap bubbles to hurricanes. Scientific Reports, 3(1), 3455.

Xiong, Y. L., Bruneau, C. H., & Kellay, H. (2010). Drag enhancement and drag reduction in viscoelastic fluid flow around a cylinder. Europhysics Letters, 91(6), 64001.

Rongliang Liu | Social Sciences | Young Innovator Award

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Mr. Rongliang Liu | Social Sciences | Young Innovator Award

Shaanxi Normal University | China

Dr. Liu Rongliang is an interdisciplinary researcher whose work bridges physical geography, geomorphology, and art aesthetics, with a strong focus on the emerging theory of “Wind–Sand Geomorphic Landscape and Its Aesthetic Theory.” With an academic foundation rooted in oil painting at Chongqing University, where he completed both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees, he later expanded his scholarly pathway through doctoral training that synergized artistic insight with geographical science. His research explores aeolian landforms, desert landscapes, and human–environment interactions through both scientific analysis and aesthetic interpretation. Dr. Liu has published influential work in internationally indexed journals, including Landscape Research, with growing citation counts-0, an increasing h-index-0, and document-2. He has contributed to book chapters, creative research outputs, and innovative studies merging visual art with Earth surface processes. His experience includes research project participation, academic collaborations, and contributions to aesthetic geography. His research interests span aeolian geomorphology, landscape aesthetics, environmental art theory, and interdisciplinary design. Recognized for advancing cross-domain knowledge, he continues to develop theoretical frameworks and visual methodologies that inspire new understandings of desert systems. His career reflects a commitment to innovation, scholarly excellence, and expanding the dialogue between geography and art.

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Liu, R., Dong, Z., Shi, J., & Wang, J. (2025). Aesthetic characteristics of aeolian landforms. Landscape Research. Advance online publication.

Jalil Jamali | Mechanical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Jalil Jamali | Mechanical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Islamic Azad University | Iran

Dr. Jalil Jamali is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Islamic Azad University. His teaching spans undergraduate (Mechanics of Materials, Statics, Dynamics, Vibrations), master’s (Theory of Plates & Shells, Elasticity, Elastodynamics, Advanced Mathematics I, Vehicle Dynamics) and doctoral-level (Advanced Mathematics II) courses. His research interests centre on Vibrations, Dynamics, Ultrasonic Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), and Functionally Graded Materials (FGM). Over the years, he has authored multiple papers in these areas. Through his publications, he contributes to advancing methods in dynamic analysis and NDT for graded materials. He also guides students and cultivates a rigorous learning environment through both theoretical and applied courses. His experience as educator and researcher enables bridging fundamentals (mechanics and mathematics) with advanced topics (elasticity, dynamics, FGM, NDT), positioning him as a versatile scholar. His work continues to attract citations, reflecting growing recognition in his field.

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Featured Publications

Shoghl, S. N., Jamali, J., & Moraveji, M. K. (2016). Electrical conductivity, viscosity, and density of different nanofluids: An experimental study. Experimental Thermal and Fluid Science, 74, 339–346.

Behzad, M., Alvandi, M., Mba, D., & Jamali, J. (2013). A finite element-based algorithm for rubbing induced vibration prediction in rotors. Journal of Sound and Vibration, 332(21), 5523–5542.

Mousavi, S. F., Hashemabadi, S. H., & Jamali, J. (2020). Calculation of geometric flow profile correction factor for ultrasonic flow meter using semi-3D simulation technique. Ultrasonics, 106, 106165.

Rajabi, M., Ahmadian, M. T., & Jamali, J. (2015). Acoustic scattering from submerged laminated composite cylindrical shells. Composite Structures, 128, 395–405.

Goharkhah, M., Ashjaee, M., & Jamali, J. (2016). Experimental investigation on heat transfer and hydrodynamic behavior of magnetite nanofluid flow in a channel with recognition of the best models for transport properties. Experimental Thermal and Fluid Science, 68, 582–592.

Mozhgan Sepahvandian | Chemistry and Materials Science | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Mozhgan Sepahvandian | Chemistry and Materials Science | Research Excellence Award

Lorestan University | Iran

Dr. Mozhgan Sepahvandian is an accomplished inorganic chemist whose academic journey reflects a strong commitment to scientific excellence, innovation, and interdisciplinary research. With a PhD in Inorganic Chemistry, she has built expertise in advanced material synthesis, coordination compounds, and catalytic systems while contributing to both theoretical and experimental chemistry. Has published 3 peer-reviewed journal papers indexed in major scientific databases, accumulating citations- 0, documents- 3, and an h-index-0 that reflect her growing impact in the field. With 10 completed or ongoing research projects, her work spans functional materials, green chemistry, and nanostructured inorganic systems. Her research interests include inorganic synthesis, materials chemistry, photocatalysis, and the development of sustainable chemical processes. In addition to academic research, she actively engages in institutional collaborations and contributes to the scientific community through knowledge sharing and collaborative initiatives. She has participated in various academic activities, technical discussions, and research-driven initiatives that strengthen the bridge between chemistry and applied sciences. Dr. Sepahvandian’s dedication to innovation, high-quality research, and continuous professional development underscores her role as an emerging researcher in inorganic chemistry. Looking ahead, she aims to expand her contributions to advanced materials and environmentally friendly chemical applications, supporting scientific progress and societal benefit.

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Sepahvandian, M., & Zabardasti, A. (2025). Computational study of dacarbazine–amino acid interactions. Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics.

Sepahvandian, M., & Zabardasti, A. (2025). Exploring limonene adsorption on magnesium and selenium doped AlP nanosheets: A DFT study. Computational Condensed Matter.

Sepahvandian, M., Abd Al-Aama, Z. M., Al-Masoudi, H. Q., & Zabardasti, A. (2025). Theoretical investigation of optical properties of adducts of Aun and Cun (n = 1–3) with free base porphyrins. Bulletin of the Chemical Society of Ethiopia.

Rolf Jakoby | Electrical Engineering | Outstanding Scientist Award

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Prof. Dr. Rolf Jakoby | Electrical Engineering | Outstanding Scientist Award

Technical University of Darmstadt | Germany

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Rolf Jakoby is an accomplished researcher in microwave engineering, with an outstanding academic impact reflected by an h-index of 43, 570 documents, and 8,158 citations. He holds distinguished academic qualifications, including a Dipl.-Ing. and Dr.-Ing. in electrical engineering, and has served in leading academic roles such as Full Professor and Head of the Microwave Engineering and Technology Group at TU Darmstadt. His extensive professional experience spans university teaching, advanced research leadership, and collaborative industrial projects with major institutions across Europe and beyond. His research interests include tunable microwave components, adaptive and reconfigurable RF systems, chipless RFID, microwave sensors, and biomedical microwave technologies. He has supervised more than fifty doctoral dissertations and contributed to over seventy major research projects funded by agencies such as DFG, EU Horizon, DLR, and major industrial partners. Widely recognized for his contributions, he has earned numerous awards, including best paper prizes, dissertation awards, and international honors such as the Leopold B. Felsen Award. His work continues to influence advancements in reconfigurable microwave systems, high-frequency materials, and next-generation communication technologies. Overall, his distinguished career demonstrates exemplary leadership, innovation, and long-standing contributions to global microwave engineering research.

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A 100 GHz Switched Beam Patch Antenna Array With 4 × 4 Butler Matrix Based on Metallic-Nanowire-Filled Membrane. (2025). Microwave and Optical Technology Letters.

Ceramic-Based High-Q Retroreflectors for Sub-mm Localization in High-Temperature Environments. (2025). Conference paper.

Liquid Crystal Goes RF: From Gigahertz to Terahertz. (2025). IEEE Microwave Magazine.

Multigap-Waveguide Liquid Crystal Phase Shifter at Ka-Band. (2025). IEEE Microwave and Wireless Technology Letters.

A wireless W-band 3D-printed temperature sensor based on a three-dimensional photonic crystal operating beyond 1000 °C. (2024). Communications Engineering.

Leo Miguel González | Mechanical Engineering | Excellence in Research Award

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Prof. Dr. Leo Miguel González | Mechanical Engineering | Excellence in Research Award

Universidad Politécnica de Madrid | Spain

Leo Miguel González is a distinguished Professor Titular at the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, specializing in numerical methods in engineering, fluid mechanics, the Navier–Stokes equations, and fluid–structure interaction. With a strong academic foundation that includes degrees in Industrial Engineering, Physics, and a PhD in Engineering from the UPM, he has built a solid career spanning more than two decades in research and university teaching. His experience includes academic roles at Universidad Pontificia Comillas and later progressive appointments at UPM, where he achieved accreditation as Catedrático by ANECA and has obtained three research sexenios. González has contributed to major European and national R&D projects, including SLOWD , FOWTDAMP (Plan Nacional), and IMAGE, collaborating with leading institutions such as Airbus, CNR-INSEAN, and the University of Bristol. His research outputs include patents such as Visitando nuestra ciencia and FEMICAI, reflecting his commitment to innovation. His publication record, citation impact, and h-index are documented in international bibliographic databases such as Scopus and Web of Science. His work continues to advance aerospace propulsion, fluid mechanics, and computational modeling, reinforcing his reputation as a key contributor to European engineering research.

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Macia, F., Antuono, M., González, L. M., & Colagrossi, A. (2011). Theoretical analysis of the no-slip boundary condition enforcement in SPH methods. Progress of Theoretical Physics, 125(6), 1091–1121.

Huera-Huarte, F. J., Bangash, Z. A., & González, L. M. (2014). Towing tank experiments on the vortex-induced vibrations of low mass ratio long flexible cylinders. Journal of Fluids and Structures, 48, 81–92.

Azcona, J., Munduate, X., González, L., & Nygaard, T. A. (2017). Experimental validation of a dynamic mooring lines code with tension and motion measurements of a submerged chain. Ocean Engineering, 129, 415–427.

Souto-Iglesias, A., Macià, F., González, L. M., & Cercos-Pita, J. L. (2013). On the consistency of MPS. Computer Physics Communications, 184(3), 732–745.

Huera-Huarte, F. J., Bangash, Z. A., & González, L. M. (2016). Multi-mode vortex and wake-induced vibrations of a flexible cylinder in tandem arrangement. Journal of Fluids and Structures, 66, 571–588.

Sung Min Cha | Engineering and Technology | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Sung Min Cha | Engineering and Technology | Research Excellence Award

Pusan National University | South Korea

Dr. Sung Min Cha is a distinguished environmental engineer and Senior Researcher at the Green Land & Water Management Research Institute, Pusan National University, known for impactful contributions to climate-resilient water management and nature-based environmental solutions. With a strong scholarly footprint reflected in an h-index of 13, 31documents, and 860citations his research integrates climate change adaptation, urban hydrology, nonpoint source (NPS) pollution control, Low Impact Development (LID), and digital-twin–based environmental analytics. He earned his Ph.D. and M.S. in Environmental Engineering from the Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology (GIST) and a B.S. in Resources Engineering from Chosun University. His professional journey includes significant roles as Principal Researcher at the Jeonnam Environmental Industries Promotion Institute and Postdoctoral Researcher at both the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa and GIST. Dr. Cha has led and contributed to major national and international research projects on urban cooling, climate disaster mitigation, and advanced NPS reduction technologies. His achievements have been recognized through multiple honors, including the Chairman’s Award, Minister’s Award, Merit Award, and Best Presentation Award. Dr. Cha continues to advance innovative environmental strategies that support climate-adaptive, sustainable, and data-driven water resource management.

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Lee, S. W., Lee, J., & Cha, S. M. (2020). Assessment of factors affecting the removal efficiency of suspended solids and particulate matters for pretreatment units in a stormwater management facility. Water, 12(6), 1529.

Lee, S. W., Kim, J. H., & Cha, S. M. (2020). Analysis of the relation between pollutant loading and water depth flowrate changes in a constructed wetland for agricultural nonpoint source pollution management. Ecological Engineering, 150, 105841.

Cha, S. M., Lee, S. W., Cho, K. H., Lee, S. H., & Kim, J. H. (2016). Determination of best management timing of nonpoint source pollutants using particle bins and dimensionless time in a single stormwater runoff event. Ecological Engineering, 89, 1–10.

Din, A. A., Park, Y., Lee, S. W., Cha, S. M., Cho, K. H., & Kim, J. H. (2016). Finding sources and sinks of fluorescent dissolved organic matter in a riverine system using parallel factor model. Desalination and Water Treatment, 57(32), 14990–15000.

Park, Y., Cho, K. H., Park, J., Cha, S. M., & Kim, J. H. (2015). Development of early-warning protocol for predicting chlorophyll-a concentration using machine learning models in freshwater and estuarine reservoirs, Korea. Science of the Total Environment, 502, 1–8.

Jeongeui Yun | Energy and Sustainability | Best Scholar Award

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Prof. Jeongeui Yun | Energy and Sustainability | Best Scholar Award

Kangwon National University | South Korea

Professor Jeong-Eui Yun is a distinguished mechanical engineering scholar recognized for his impactful contributions to automotive engineering, turbomachinery design, thermal-fluid systems, and centrifugal pump optimization. With an impressive research record reflected by an h-index of 4, more than 23 citations, and over 171 published documents, he has established himself as a leading expert in advanced propulsion and energy-efficient machinery. He earned his B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from Busan National University, his M.Sc. in Mechanical Design from Seoul National University, and his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from KAIST. His professional journey includes serving as Professor at Kangwon National University, Vice President of the university, Dean of Academic Affairs, and Visiting Professor at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, along with notable industrial experience as Chief Research Engineer at Daewoo Motor Co. His research interests span variable-geometry turbochargers, centrifugal pump optimization, engine thermal management, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD). His innovative work has earned multiple prestigious awards, including the KSAE Technical Prize, KAIDA Academic Award, and the KNU Education Award. Professor Yun continues to advance engineering innovation through impactful research, academic leadership, and collaborative industry-focused development.

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Yun, J.-E. (2025). Turbine performance of variable geometry turbocharger applied to small gasoline engine considering heat transfer effect. Energies.

Yun, J.-E. (2024). Optimal design of a liquid hydrogen centrifugal pump impeller. Energies.

Yun, J.-E. (2023). Influence of trailing edge curve on the performance of radial turbine in turbocharger. International Journal of Low-Carbon Technologies.

Yun, J.-E. (2021). Thermal flow analysis of engine room for off-road utility terrain vehicle. Transactions of the Korean Society of Automotive Engineers.

Yun, J.-E. (2021). Optimal design of off-road utility terrain vehicle air filter intake. Energies.