Cyrille vinceslas Fohagui fodoup | Energy and Sustainability | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Cyrille vinceslas Fohagui fodoup | Energy and Sustainability | Research Excellence Award

University of Dschang | Cameroon

Dr. Fohagui Fodoup Cyrille Vincelas is a mechanical and energy engineering researcher specializing in building energy performance, energy efficiency, and thermal comfort in tropical climates. He holds a PhD in Mechanics and Energetics, preceded by advanced graduate training in physics, electrotechnics, and electrical and power engineering, with academic work strongly focused on energy optimization in buildings. He has extensive teaching experience across universities and technical teacher-training institutions, delivering courses in thermal machines, heat transfer, electrical systems, power electronics, numerical methods, and energy systems engineering. His research integrates theoretical modeling, numerical simulation, and experimental validation to improve energy performance, thermal behavior, and material selection in buildings, with particular attention to energy conversion and storage. Dr. Fohagui Fodoup has authored and co-authored peer-reviewed journal articles and international conference papers in reputable energy and building engineering outlets.  His research output includes h-index: 2, total documents: 2, and total citations: 79, reflecting growing international impact in sustainable building research. He has supervised numerous undergraduate and postgraduate projects in energy systems and applied engineering and is an active member of professional scientific networks. Overall, his work contributes to the development of cost-effective, energy-efficient, and climate-responsive building solutions for developing regions.

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Experimental comparison of energy performances of common types of buildings constructed in Cameroon and validation of their electrical model
Fohagui Fodoup, C. V., Koholé Yemeli, W., & Tchuen, G., Journal of Building Simulation, Manuscript under revision.

Economic and environmental combination of building materials and fuel sources to improve building energy performance
Rakshit, D. M., Fohagui Fodoup, C. V., Tchuen, G., Byrne, A., Tchitnga, R., & Robinson, A. J.,
International Journal of Ambient Energy, 2019.

Influence of fuel type and building material on energy savings in buildings in the tropical region of Cameroon
Fohagui Fodoup, C. V., Tchuen, G., & Tchitnga, R.,
Applied Thermal Engineering, 122, 806–819, 2017.

Effects of building materials on the thermal behavior of buildings in hot dry climates: A case study of Maroua, Cameroon
Fohagui Fodoup, C. V., Tchuen, G., & Tchitnga, R.,
International Journal of Innovative Science, Engineering & Technology, 4(3), 1–13, 2017.

Determination of the most economical combination between external walls and optimum insulation materials in Cameroonian buildings
Fohagui Fodoup, C. V. & Tchuen, G.,
Journal of Building Engineering, 9, 155–163, 2017.

Pınar Celen | Energy and Sustainability | Excellence in Research Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Pınar Celen | Energy and Sustainability | Excellence in Research Award

Gumushane University | Turkey

Dr. Pınar Celen is an Assistant Professor at Gümüşhane University whose academic work centers on energy systems, solar energy technologies, and carbon footprint assessment, with a strong emphasis on sustainable and efficient thermal systems. She earned her PhD (2019) and MSc (2013) in Mechanical Engineering from Yıldız Teknik University, following a BSc in Mechanical Engineering from Niğde University (2009). From 2011 to 2019, she served as a Research Assistant at Yıldız Teknik University, where she gained extensive experience in experimental and computational analysis of heat transfer and thermodynamic systems. Since 2019, she has continued her academic career at Gümüşhane University, contributing to teaching, research, and applied energy studies. Her research interests include energy system modeling, solar thermal applications, boiler and power plant performance analysis, drying technologies, and environmental impact evaluation through carbon footprint metrics. Her scholarly output is indexed in major academic databases and is reflected through measurable bibliometric indicators, including an h-index (not disclosed), a portfolio of peer-reviewed documents (count not disclosed), and accumulated citations (count not disclosed). Dr. Celen’s work supports both academic advancement and practical energy optimization, contributing to the transition toward cleaner and more efficient energy systems, and positioning her as a committed researcher in sustainable energy engineering.

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A Review of Flow Boiling in Mini and Microchannel for Enhanced Geometries
A. Çebi, A. Celen, A.H. Donmez, Y. Karakoyun, P. Celen, M. Salih, Journal of Thermal Engineering, 4(3), 2037–2074, 2018. (Citations: 42)


An Experimental Investigation of Single Lignite Particle Dried in Superheated Steam and Hot Air
P. Celen, H.H. Erdem, International Journal of Coal Preparation and Utilization, 41(12), 845–854, 2021. (Citations: 5)


A Case Study for Calculation of Boiler Efficiency by Using Indirect Method
P. Celen, H. Erdem, 3rd Conference on Advances in Mechanical Engineering (ICAME 2017), Istanbul, 2017. (Citations: 3)


Farklı Eğim Açılarında Güneş Kollektörlerinin Enerji ve Ekserji Analizi: Erzincan İli Örneği
M.Y. Kaba, A.K. Seyhan, P. Celen, A. Celen, Konya Journal of Engineering Sciences, 10(3), 634–648, 2022. (Citations: 2)


Enerji Dönüşüm Santrallarında Performansın Belirlenmesi ve Değerlendirilmesi Yöntemleri
P. Celen, MSc Thesis, Yıldız Teknik University, Institute of Science and Technology, 2013. (Citations: 2)

Ganiyat Salawu | Engineering and Technology | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Ganiyat Salawu | Engineering and Technology | Research Excellence Award

University of KwaZulu-Natal,Durban | South Africa

Dr. Ganiyat Abiodun Salawu is a mechanical and mechatronics engineer and researcher with strong expertise in advanced manufacturing systems, robotics, renewable energy technologies, and intelligent engineering solutions. She holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering (Mechatronics and Robotics) from the University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, following earlier degrees in mechanical engineering and education from Nigerian institutions. Her academic and professional career spans lecturing, postgraduate supervision, research coordination, and postdoctoral research, with extensive experience in both university and polytechnic systems. Her research interests focus on disruptive manufacturing technologies, IoT-based systems, renewable energy optimization, smart automation, tribology, composite materials, and sustainable engineering design. Dr. Salawu has authored over 20 peer-reviewed journal and conference publications, with an approximate h-index of 3, and over 20 cumulative citations based on available scholarly records. She has received multiple competitive research grants, including TETFund institutional and doctoral awards, and was honored with an Award of Excellence as Best Researcher by the University of KwaZulu-Natal. Through impactful research, supervision, and innovation-driven teaching, she continues to contribute significantly to engineering education, sustainable technology development, and applied industrial research in Africa and beyond.

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Dike Chijindu P.; Sam Obu C.V.; Imuran A.S.; Salawu G.A.; Shuaib A.A. (2025).
Production and Mechanical Evaluation of Bio-Composite Materials from Coconut, Palm Kernel and Periwinkle Shells as an Alternative to Grinding Wheel Production.

International Journal of Applied and Advanced Engineering Research, Vol. 8, No. 5, 2025

Jimoh A.A.; Iromini N.A.; Oladuntoye Q.O.; Ajiteru S.O.; Salawu G.A. (2024).
Design and Deployment of an Internet of Things Based Weather Station for Real-Time Monitoring of Environmental Conditions.

International Journal of Earth Design and Innovation Research, Vol. 3, No. 4, 2024

Dike Chijindu P.; Sam Obu C.V.; Imuran A.S.; Salawu G.A.; Shuaib A.A.; Afolabi A.A. (2025).
Investigating the Mechanical Performance of Offshore Wind Turbine Towers Using Finite Element Analysis for Sustainable Renewable Energy.

Journal of Engineering, Logical and Modelling Research, 2025

Investigation of Technical Feasibility and Efficiency of Wi-Fi Based Internet of Things Remote Monitoring and Control of Home Appliances.

International Journal of Science Research and Technology, Vol. 6, No. 9, pp. 121–135, 2024

Design and Development of Internet of Things Based Weather Station for Real-Time Monitoring of Environmental Conditions.

International Journal of Earth Design and Innovation Research, Vol. 3, No. 4, pp. 66–75, 2024

Sohail Ahmad Khan | Mathematics | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Sohail Ahmad Khan | Mathematics | Young Scientist Award

Quaid I Azam University Islamabad | Pakistan

Dr. Sohail Ahmad Khan is a distinguished researcher in Applied Mathematics with a strong background in Computational Fluid Dynamics, mathematical modeling, and heat and mass transfer. He earned his Ph.D., M.Phil., and M.Sc. in Applied Mathematics from Quaid-i-Azam University, Pakistan. His academic journey reflects a deep commitment to advancing analytical and numerical methods for nonlinear problems in Newtonian and non-Newtonian fluid mechanics.  Dr. Khan’s research primarily focuses on nanofluid flow, entropy generation, magnetohydrodynamics, and thermal analysis using advanced techniques such as the Homotopy Analysis Method, Finite Difference Method, and Keller Box Method. He actively serves as a reviewer for more than 120 high-impact journals and has received multiple international recognitions, including the World’s Top 2% Scientist ranking by Stanford University in 2022 and 2024. His dedication to mathematical innovation and interdisciplinary applications continues to influence modern engineering and physical sciences, contributing significantly to global research on nonlinear transport phenomena and energy optimization.

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Hayat, T., Khan, S. A., Khan, M. I., & Alsaedi, A. (2019). Theoretical investigation of Ree–Eyring nanofluid flow with entropy optimization and Arrhenius activation energy between two rotating disks. Computer Methods and Programs in Biomedicine, 177, 57–68.

Khan, S. A., Hayat, T., Alsaedi, A., & Ahmad, B. (2021). Melting heat transportation in radiative flow of nanomaterials with irreversibility analysis. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 140, 110739.

Hayat, T., Khan, S. A., Khan, M. I., & Alsaedi, A. (2019). Optimizing the theoretical analysis of entropy generation in the flow of second grade nanofluid. Physica Scripta, 94(8), 085001.

Razaq, A., Hayat, T., Khan, S. A., & Momani, S. (2023). ATSS model based upon applications of Cattaneo-Christov thermal analysis for entropy optimized ternary nanomaterial flow with homogeneous-heterogeneous chemical reactions. Alexandria Engineering Journal, 79, 390–401.

Khan, S. A., Hayat, T., Khan, M. I., & Alsaedi, A. (2020). Salient features of Dufour and Soret effect in radiative MHD flow of viscous fluid by a rotating cone with entropy generation. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 45(28), 14552–14564.