Elly Ogutu Isaya | Mechanical Engineering | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Elly Ogutu Isaya | Mechanical Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Budapest University of Technology and Economics | Hungary

Ogutu Isaya Elly is a mechanical engineering researcher and PhD candidate at the Géza Pattantyús-Ábrahám Doctoral School of Mechanical Sciences, Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME), specializing in advanced manufacturing and micromachining. He earned a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST), China and a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (J.K.U.A.T), Kenya. His academic experience includes active participation in nationally funded Hungarian research projects focused on AI-based predictive modeling for machining quality and on transient deformation, thermal, and tribological phenomena in fine machining of high-hardness metals. His research interests center on micromachining processes, burr formation mechanisms, and the integration of machine learning within Industry 4.0 manufacturing frameworks. His recent work on burr-size prediction and optimization provides industry-ready solutions to reduce deburring costs and improve surface integrity. He is currently a nominee for the Best Research Article Award, reflecting the applied impact and relevance of his research to modern manufacturing systems.

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Surface Quality Prediction by Machine Learning Methods and Process Parameter Optimization in Ultra-Precision Machining of AISI D2 Using CBN Tool
U.L. Adizue, A.D. Tura, E.O. Isaya, B.Z. Farkas, M. Takács,
The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 129(3), 1375–1389, 2023. (Citations: 34)


Analysis, Modelling, and Optimization of Force in Ultra-Precision Hard Turning of Cold Work Hardened Steel Using the CBN Tool
O.I. Elly, U.L. Adizue, A.D. Tura, B.Z. Farkas, M. Takács,
Journal of the Brazilian Society of Mechanical Sciences and Engineering, 46, 2024. (Citations: 8)


Optimization of Ultra-Precision CBN Turning of AISI D2 Using Hybrid GA-RSM and Taguchi-GRA Statistical Tools
A.D. Tura, E.O. Isaya, U.L. Adizue, B.Z. Farkas, M. Takács,
Heliyon, 10(11), 2024. (Citations: 5)


Feed Optimization Based on Force Modelling and TLBO Algorithm in Milling Al 7075
O.I. Elly, Y. Yin,
Journal of the Brazilian Society of Mechanical Sciences and Engineering, 2024. (Citations: 2)


Burr Size Minimization Using a Surrogate Artificial Neural Network (ANN) Assisted Multi-Objective Genetic Algorithm (MOGA) in Micromilling Hardened AISI H13
O.I. Elly, M. Takács, B.Z. Balázs,
The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 2026. (In Press)

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.

Leone Ermes Romano | Space Exploration Technologies | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Leone Ermes Romano | Space Exploration Technologies | Young Scientist Award

Università degli studi di Napoli Federico II | Italy

Leone Ermes Romano is a plant biologist and space life sciences researcher specializing in plant adaptation to altered gravity environments, with a strong focus on sustainable food production for space exploration. He is currently a PhD researcher at the University of Naples Federico II, where he is also serving as Principal Investigator on European Space Agency–supported projects. Romano received advanced academic training in plant physiology and space biology, developing expertise in experimental design, spaceflight hardware development, and controlled-environment cultivation systems. His research experience includes leadership and key scientific roles in ESA and ASI projects such as SuperFood for Space, Wolffia Hyper-g, Rootrop, Multitrop, and WAPS, as well as hands-on work at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center during late-access flight preparations. His primary research interests include plant gravitropism, hypergravity and microgravity effects on growth, duckweed (Wolffia spp.) biology, space farming, and bioregenerative life-support systems. He has contributed to peer-reviewed scientific publications indexed in Scopus and currently holds a Scopus profile with h-index: 8, documents: 16, and citations: 140, reflecting a growing international research impact. Romano has been associated with award-winning ESA CORA projects and competitive space research initiatives. His work contributes to advancing space agriculture and resilient crop systems, supporting long-duration human space exploration and sustainable food technologies.

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