Mayank Choubey | Mechanical Engineering | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Mayank Choubey | Mechanical Engineering | Research Excellence Award

SGT University Gurugram Haryana | India

Dr. Mayank Choubey is an accomplished academic and researcher in the field of manufacturing engineering, currently serving as an Assistant Professor with strong expertise in advanced and digital manufacturing technologies. He holds a solid educational background in mechanical and manufacturing engineering and has gained substantial teaching and research experience at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. His research interests span hybrid machining, additive and digital manufacturing, micro-machining, simulation-driven process optimization, and finite element analysis, with a focus on improving manufacturing efficiency and precision. He is the author of three ISBN-registered books and has five patents published or under process, demonstrating a strong orientation toward innovation and applied research. In addition, he serves on the editorial board of an academic journal and actively contributes as a peer reviewer. His academic contributions are supported by verified research documents and citation records available through recognized scholarly platforms. Overall, Dr. Choubey’s consistent research output, academic service, and innovation-driven mindset make him a deserving candidate for research excellence recognition.

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A Review on Vibration-Assisted EDM, Micro-EDM and WEDM
K.P. Maity, M. Choubey, Surface Review and Letters, 26(05), 1830008, 2019. (Citations: 81)

Algae: A Potential Feedstock for Third Generation Biofuel
R.S. Powar, A.S. Yadav, C.S. Ramakrishna, S. Patel, M. Mohan, et al., Materials Today: Proceedings, 63, A27–A33, 2022. (Citations: 60)

Finite Element Modeling of Material Removal Rate in Micro-EDM Process with and without Ultrasonic Vibration
M. Choubey, K.P. Maity, A. Sharma, Grey Systems: Theory and Application, 10(3), 311–319, 2020. (Citations: 33)

Modeling and Process Simulation of Vibration Assisted Workpiece in Micro-EDM Using FEM
K.P. Maity, M. Choubey, World Journal of Engineering, 13(3), 242–250, 2016. (Citations: 16)

A Review on Various Methods to Improve Process Capabilities of Electrical Discharge Machining Process
M. Choubey, M. Rawat, Materials Today: Proceedings, 47, 2756–2764, 2021. (Citations: 10)

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.

Tomas Mimra | Biomedical Engineering | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Tomas Mimra | Biomedical Engineering | Research Excellence Award

VSB – Technical University of Ostrava | Czech Republic

Tomáš Mimra is a biomedical engineer and Ph.D. researcher specializing in technical cybernetics and biomedical engineering, with a strong focus on audiology-oriented medical technologies. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Technology and a Master’s degree in Biomedical Engineering from VŠB – Technical University of Ostrava, where he is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Technical Cybernetics. Professionally, he serves as a biomedical and clinical engineer at Ostrava University Hospital, combining clinical practice with applied research and academic supervision. His research interests span ENT phoniatrics, cochlear implantation, hearing aids, auditory evoked potentials, biomedical sensors, EEG and fNIRS-based diagnostics, and intelligent signal analysis. He has contributed to international peer-reviewed journals and IEEE-indexed conferences and is actively involved in national biomedical engineering projects.  In addition to research, he has teaching experience across multiple biomedical engineering courses and has supervised several defended bachelor’s theses. His work demonstrates a strong commitment to translational biomedical research, clinical innovation, and the development of advanced diagnostic and training technologies in modern healthcare systems.


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Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (fNIRS) in Objective Audiometry: A Scoping Review and Clinical Perspectives
Tomáš Mimra, Martin Augustynek, Marek Penhaker, Lukáš Klein,
Audiology Research, 2025.

Parijat Srivastava | Mechanical Engineering | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Parijat Srivastava | Mechanical Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Ambedkar Institute of Technology | India

Dr. Parijat Srivastava is a Mechanical Engineering researcher specializing in advanced manufacturing, tribology, biomaterials, and patient-specific orthopedic implant design. He earned his Ph.D. from Harcourt Butler Technical University, Kanpur, following an M.Tech. from Punjab Technical University and a B.Tech. from AKTU. His doctoral research focused on experimental investigation, modeling, and optimization of tribological behavior of bio-composites for customized hip implants, integrating FEM, CFD, and multi-criteria decision-making techniques. Dr. Srivastava has strong expertise in 3D printing (FDM), precision metrology, bio-tribology, reverse engineering, and simulation tools such as ANSYS, nTop, and MIMICS. He has authored multiple peer-reviewed journal articles indexed in SCIE, ESCI, and Scopus, with an established h-index and growing citation profile based on international databases, reflecting the impact of his research outputs. His work has been presented at leading IEEE and international conferences and translated into innovation through numerous granted design patents and a filed utility patent in orthopedic healthcare systems. He is also the Founder and Director of two innovation-driven startups, one of which received the Best Startup in Healthcare Award at AKTU. Currently serving as Guest Faculty, Dr. Srivastava actively bridges academia, industry, and clinical translation, contributing to sustainable, patient-centric engineering solutions.

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Tribological and Mechanical Testing of Artificial Bio-Bearing Materials Followed by Design and Analysis of Patient-Specific Artificial Hip Joint
P. Srivastava, V.P. Singh, International Journal on Interactive Design and Manufacturing (IJIDeM), 18, 2024.

FEM-Based Designing and Modelling of a Porous Customised Hip Implant Stem Using n-Topology Software
P. Srivastava, V.P. Singh, Australian Journal of Mechanical Engineering, 1–9, 2025.

Hip Prosthesis: Material, Wear and Loading Considerations for Long Life Sustainability
P. Srivastava, V.P. Singh, Biennial International Conference on Future Learning Aspects of Mechanical Engineering (FLAME), 2022.

Sunil S | Mechanical Engineering | Excellence in Research Award

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Dr. Sunil S | Mechanical Engineering | Excellence in Research Award

Sri Venkateshwara College of Engineering – Bengaluru | India

Dr. Sunil S is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering and an accomplished researcher-educator with over fifteen years of academic and research experience in renewable energy, biofuels, thermal systems, and sustainable manufacturing. He earned his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Visvesvaraya Technological University, with a focus on biodiesel optimization and CI engine performance enhancement. His work spans CFD analysis, nano-additives for emission control, hydrogen-assisted dual-fuel engines, and advanced thermal management systems. Dr. Sunil S holds a granted Indian patent and multiple design registrations, demonstrating strong translational and applied research outcomes, complemented by funded projects from AICTE, KSCST, KSBDB, and VTU. He has received national-level recognitions including Best Paper Awards and the AICTE Chatra Vishwakarma Award. Actively engaged in academic leadership, peer review, and research mentorship, his contributions align closely with UN SDGs on clean energy, responsible production, and climate action, underscoring his sustained impact on sustainable engineering and societal development.

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Performance Analysis and Optimization of Thermal Barrier Coated Piston Diesel Engine Fuelled with Biodiesel Using RSM
G. Anjaneya, S. Sunil, N.K. Manjunatha, J. Giri, H.A. Al-Lohedan, T. Sathish, Case Studies in Thermal Engineering, 57, 104351, 2024. (Citations: 158)

Numerical Simulation of Microchannel Heat Exchanger Using CFD
G. Anjaneya, S. Sunil, S. Kakkeri, M.M. Math, M.N. Vaibhav, C. Solaimuthu, International Journal on Interactive Design and Manufacturing (IJIDeM), 18, 2024. (Citations: 49)

Performance Enhancement and Emission Control of a Biogas–Biodiesel Dual Fuel Diesel Engine: An Experimental and Statistical Study
A. Mohite, B.J. Bora, P. Sharma, S. Sarıdemir, D. Mallick, Ü. Ağbulut, International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 52, 752–764, 2024. (Citations: 32)

Studies on Titanium Oxide Nanoparticles as Fuel Additive for Improving Performance and Combustion Parameters of CI Engine Fuelled with Biodiesel Blends
S. Sunil, B.S.C. Prasad, S. Kakkeri, Materials Today: Proceedings, 44, 489–499, 2021. (Citations: 32)

Suitability of Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes as Catalyst in Combustion of CI Engine Fuelled with Dairy Waste Biodiesel Blends
S. Sunil, B.S.C. Prasad, M. Kotresh, S. Kakkeri, Materials Today: Proceedings, 26, 613–619, 2020. (Citations: 22)

Aizhan Omirbayeva | Energy and Sustainability | Young Scientist Award

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Mrs. Aizhan Omirbayeva | Energy and Sustainability | Young Scientist Award

L. N. Gumilyiev Eurasian National University | Kazakhstan

Omirbayeva Aizhan is a young researcher in Thermal Power Engineering with a strong academic foundation and growing international research profile. She holds a Bachelor’s degree and a Master of Technical Sciences degree  in Thermal Power Engineering and is currently pursuing a PhD in the same field at L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University. Her academic experience includes research, textbook authorship, laboratory guideline development, and student mentorship at the national level. Her primary research interests focus on coal gasification and solar-assisted coal gasification technologies, aiming to improve the efficiency and sustainability of Kazakhstan’s coal resources. She has received competitive research funding under the national  grant program and actively participates in international training programs on green energy and sustainability. Overall, her work demonstrates strong potential for advancing clean energy technologies and contributing to the next generation of sustainable power engineering research.


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Analysis of Fuel Gasification Using Solar Technology: A Patent Review
M. Zhumagulov, A. Omirbayeva, D. Papurello,
Gases, 2026.


Review of Coal Gasification Technologies and Their Applicability in Kazakhstan (Part I)
M.G. Zhumagulov, A. Ö. Omirbayeva,
Bulletin of Toraighyrov University – Energetics Series, 2025.

Technological Features of Obtaining BeO and Beryllium Ceramics by Slip Casting Method
A. Omirbayeva,
Bulletin of the L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, 2018.

Talal Al-Bazali | Petroleum Engineering | Excellence in Research Award

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Dr. Talal Al-Bazali | Petroleum Engineering | Excellence in Research Award

Kuwait University | Kuwait

Dr. Talal M. Al-Bazali is a distinguished petroleum engineering academic and industry expert with over two decades of combined experience in higher education, research, and the global oil and gas sector. His research spans petroleum economics, oil price volatility, drilling fluids engineering, shale wellbore stability, petrophysical and geomechanical properties of rocks, underbalanced drilling, clay mineralogy, alternative energy, and environmental engineering. Dr. Al-Bazali has led and participated in major funded research projects with Kuwait University, Kuwait Oil Company, and international industry consortia, and has supervised numerous M.S. theses and projects. Beyond academia, he has held senior industry and advisory roles, including Vice President at the World Petroleum Council, and serves on multiple international journal editorial boards. His contributions have been recognized with prestigious academic honors, and he remains a prominent voice bridging scientific research, engineering practice, and energy policy.

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A New Gravimetric–Swelling Test for Evaluating Water and Ion Uptake in Shales
J. Zhang, M.E. Chenevert, T. Al-Bazali, M.M. Sharma, SPE Annual Technical Conference and Exhibition, SPE-89831-MS, 2004. (Citations: 127)


Factors Controlling the Membrane Efficiency of Shales When Interacting with Water-Based and Oil-Based Muds
T.M. Al-Bazali, J. Zhang, M.E. Chenevert, M.M. Sharma, SPE International Oil & Gas Conference and Exhibition (China), SPE-100735-MS, 2006. (Citations: 126)


Measurement of the Sealing Capacity of Shale Caprocks
T.M. Al-Bazali, J. Zhang, M.E. Chenevert, M.M. Sharma, SPE Annual Technical Conference and Exhibition, SPE-96100-MS, 2005. (Citations: 113)

Experimental Study of the Membrane Behavior of Shale During Interaction with Water-Based and Oil-Based Muds
T.M. Al-Bazali, Ph.D. Dissertation, The University of Texas at Austin, 2005. (Citations: 97)


The Impact of Water Content and Ionic Diffusion on the Uniaxial Compressive Strength of Shale
T. Al-Bazali, Egyptian Journal of Petroleum, 22(2), 249–260, 2013. (Citations: 84)

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)

Maria Oliveri | Engineering and Technology | Excellence in Research Award

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Dr. Maria Oliveri | Engineering and Technology | Excellence in Research Award

Purdue University | United States

Maria Elena Oliveri, PhD, is a Research Associate Professor in the College of Engineering at Purdue University and an internationally recognized scholar in measurement, evaluation, and evidence-based assessment. She earned her PhD and multiple graduate degrees from the University of British Columbia, where she developed deep expertise in research methodology, educational measurement, and applied evaluation. Her academic and professional career spans leading research-intensive roles at Purdue University, the Buros Testing Center at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, and Educational Testing Service, where she contributed to large-scale workforce, higher education, and K–12 assessment initiatives. Her scholarship focuses on competency modeling, assessment design and validation, learning analytics, and the alignment of education with emerging fields such as semiconductors, artificial intelligence, quantum technologies, and advanced communication systems. She has led and managed multimillion-dollar funded projects, authored and reviewed high-impact research outputs, and is widely recognized for translating complex assessment data into actionable insights for policy, curriculum, and workforce development.  She has received professional recognition for excellence in research leadership, assessment innovation, and service, and continues to shape the future of engineering education through interdisciplinary research, faculty development, and global partnerships.

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Investigation of Model Fit and Score Scale Comparability in International Assessments
M. E. Oliveri, M. von Davier. Psychological Test and Assessment Modeling, 53(3), 315, 2011. (Citations: 163)

Disrupting White Supremacy in Assessment: Toward a Justice-Oriented, Antiracist Validity Framework
J. Randall, D. Slomp, M. Poe, E. Oliveri. Twin Pandemics, pp. 78–86, 2023. (Citations: 139)

In Search of Validity Evidence in Support of the Interpretation and Use of Assessments of Complex Constructs
K. Ercikan, M. E. Oliveri. Applied Measurement in Education, 29(4), 310–318, 2016. (Citations: 107)

Toward Increasing Fairness in Score Scale Calibrations Employed in International Large-Scale Assessments
M. E. Oliveri, M. von Davier. International Journal of Testing, 14(1), 1–21, 2014. (Citations: 89)
A Literature Review on Collaborative Problem Solving for College and Workforce Readiness
M. E. Oliveri, R. Lawless, H. Molloy. ETS Research Report Series, 2017(1), 1–27, 2017. (Citations: 83)

Chetan Papade | Engineering and Technology | Outstanding Innovation Award

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Dr. Chetan Papade | Engineering and Technology | Outstanding Innovation Award

N.K.Orchid College of Engineering and Technology Solapur | India

Dr. Papade Chetan Vijaykumar is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering with over 17 years of combined academic, research, and limited industrial experience, specializing in solar energy systems and thermal sciences. He earned his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Savitribai Phule Pune University in 2024, an M.Tech. in Heat Power Engineering from Walchand College of Engineering, Sangli, and a B.E. in Mechanical Engineering. His teaching portfolio spans undergraduate and postgraduate courses including thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, refrigeration and air conditioning, computational fluid dynamics, renewable energy systems, and advanced solar technologies. Dr. Papade’s research interests encompass solar thermal systems, CFD, nano-mixed phase change materials, energy storage, refrigeration systems, and sustainable energy solutions.  His work has been recognized through multiple Best Faculty and Academic Excellence Awards, along with national-level teaching honors. He has successfully led several funded solar research projects, developed institutional research infrastructure, and holds multiple granted and filed patents in solar and IoT-based energy systems. Overall, Dr. Papade’s career demonstrates sustained contributions to engineering education, applied research, and renewable energy innovation.

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