Chang-Fei Yu | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Chang-Fei Yu | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Doctor at Anhui University of Science and Technology, China

Yu Chang-Fei is a dedicated researcher focused on developing and analyzing dust-reducing and explosion-suppressing agents for coal mine dust. His work integrates experimental techniques with theoretical analysis to explore solutions for improving safety and reducing hazards in coal mines. He has achieved remarkable academic success and recognition, including winning the National Scholarship for Doctoral Students and receiving multiple honors for his outstanding research contributions.

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🎓 Educational Background :

Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering (Expected Graduation: [Year])
Anhui University of Science and Technology, [Location]
Research focus: Development and mechanism analysis of dust reducing and explosion suppressing agents for coal mine dust.

M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering
Anhui University of Science and Technology, [Location]
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B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering
[Undergraduate University Name], [Location]
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💼 Professional Experience :

Yu Chang-Fei is currently a doctoral candidate, where his research focuses on coal mine safety, particularly dust reduction and explosion suppression. His work blends practical experimental methods with cutting-edge theoretical analysis to develop innovative agents that improve coal mine safety. Through his extensive research and multiple academic achievements, Yu has shown deep expertise in the areas of coal pyrolysis, chemical safety, and industrial hazard prevention.

📚 Research Interests : 

Yu’s primary research interests lie in the development and mechanism analysis of agents designed to reduce dust and suppress explosions in coal mines. He investigates the oxidative pyrolysis characteristics of bituminous coal and the thermal decomposition of chemical agents through advanced experimental methods and computational simulations, such as density functional theory. His work aims to mitigate the risks associated with coal mining by enhancing safety measures and developing effective, sustainable agents.

📝 Publication Top Notes :

  1. Shi, S., Wang, X.-H., Jiang, B., Yu, C.-F., & Ji, B. (2024). Preparation of consolidated dust suppression materials based on pectin: Graft modification experiment and reaction mechanism. ACS Omega, 9(43), 43534–43546.
  2. Liu, S.-H., Wu, K.-F., Xu, R.-J., Yu, C.-F., & Wang, Y. (2024). Studies on the thermal stability and exothermic behaviour of imidazolium-based ionic liquid binary mixture. Journal of Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry, 149(18), 10353–10361.
  3. Zhou, Y., Jiang, B., Yu, C.-F., Yu, H., & Wang, J. (2024). Study on the effect of hydrogen bonding network structure in amphoteric surfactant solution on the wettability of coal dust. Journal of Molecular Liquids, 408, 125305.
  4. Wang, S., Shi, S., Jiang, B., Zhang, Y., & Wang, X.-H. (2024). Influence of surfactant adsorption on coal oxidation and wettability: Experimental discussion and model development. Energy, 297, 131304.
  5. Jiang, B., Li, J.-J., Su, M., Yao, Q., & Ding, D. (2024). Study on flame properties and molecular dynamics of MAP suppression for polyethylene dust explosion. Fuel, 366, 131347.
  6. Jiang, B., Zhang, Y., Zheng, Y., Zhou, Y., & Wang, Y. (2024). Effect of acid-thermal coupling on the chemical structure and wettability of coal: An experimental study. Energy, 294, 130943.
  7. Jiang, B., Ding, D., Su, M., Ji, B., & Hong, H. (2024). Experimental study on the explosion suppression characteristics of polyethylene dust by ammonium polyphosphate. Powder Technology, 437, 119491.
  8. Tao, W., Jiang, B., Zheng, Y., Yu, C.-F., & Wang, X.-H. (2024). Molecular dynamics study on the effect of inorganic salts on the wettability of surfactants on bituminous coal: Sodium dodecyl sulfate and sodium chloride as representatives. Fuel, 359, 130397.
  9. Tao, W., Jiang, B., Zheng, Y., Sun, B., & Wang, J. (2024). Effect of alkyl glycoside surfactant on the explosion characteristics of bituminous coal: Experimental and theoretical discussion. Energy, 288, 129930.
  10. Shi, S., Yu, C.-F., & Wang, S. (2024). Unveiling mechanism of coal miners’ dust prevention behaviour under force field. Iranian Journal of Science (in press).

 

 

 

Emad Kazemzadeh | Energy Economics | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Emad Kazemzadeh | Energy Economics | Best Researcher Award

Researcher at Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Iran

🌍 Economist | 📚 Educator | 🔬 Researcher
Emad Kazemzadeh is a passionate economist specializing in energy and environmental issues. With a solid academic background and extensive teaching and research experience, he focuses on understanding the interplay between economic activities and ecological impacts. He is dedicated to advancing sustainable practices through rigorous research and education.

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🎓 Educational Background :

Emad Kazemzadeh holds a Post-Doctoral position in Energy Economics from Ferdowsi University of Mashhad (2022-2023) and a Ph.D. in Economics focusing on Energy-International from the same institution (2016-2022). He completed a research course at the University of Coimbra, Portugal, and holds an M.Sc. in Economics from Sistan and Baluchestan University (2012) and a B.Sc. in Mathematics from the University of Farhangian (2008).

💼 Professional Experience :

Emad has a robust teaching background, currently instructing B.Sc. courses at Ferdowsi University, including Microeconomics and Principles of Economics. His previous experience includes teaching Macroeconomics and Microeconomics at Payam-e-Noor University. He has also served as a research assistant for several esteemed professors in the field of economics. Emad has published extensively in high-impact journals, contributing to topics like ecological footprints, energy consumption, and the effects of economic complexity on environmental issues.

📚 Research Interests : 

His research interests span Energy Economics, Environmental Economics, Behavioral Economics, Health Economics, International Economics, Econometrics, and Development Economics.

📝 Publication Top Notes :

  1. Kazemzadeh, E., Fuinhas, J. A., Salehnia, N., Koengkan, M., & Silva, N. (2023). Assessing influential factors for ecological footprints: A complex solution approach. Journal of Cleaner Production, 137574. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2023.137574.
  2. Kazemzadeh, E., Lotfalipour, M. R., Shirazi, M., & Sargolzaie, A. (2023). Heterogeneous effects of energy consumption structure on ecological footprint. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 30(19), 55884-55904. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11356-023-26118-x.
  3. Kazemzadeh, E., Fuinhas, J. A., Salehnia, N., Koengkan, M., & Silva, N. (2023). Exploring necessary and sufficient conditions for carbon emission intensity: A comparative analysis. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 30(38). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11356-023-29260-8.
  4. Koengkan, M., Kazemzadeh, E., Fuinhas, J. A., & Tash, M. N. S. (2023). Heterogeneous impact of eco-innovation on premature deaths resulting from indoor and outdoor air pollution: Empirical evidence from EU29 countries. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 30(1), 2298-2314. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11356-022-22423-z.
  5. Kazemzadeh, E., Fuinhas, J. A., Radulescu, M., Koengkan, M., & Silva, N. (2023). The heterogeneous impact of environmental policy stringency on premature indoor and outdoor deaths from air pollution in the G7 countries: Do economic complexity and green innovation matter? Atmospheric Pollution Research, 14(2), 101664. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apr.2023.101664.
  6. Kazemzadeh, E., Fuinhas, J. A., Salehnia, N., Koengkan, M., Shirazi, M., & Osmani, F. (2022). Factors driving CO₂ emissions: The role of energy transition and brain drain. Environment, Development and Sustainability, 1-28. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10668-022-02780-y.
  7. Kazemzadeh, E., Koengkan, M., & Fuinhas, J. A. (2022). Effect of battery-electric and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles on PM2.5 emissions in 29 European countries. Sustainability, 14(4), 2188. https://doi.org/10.3390/su14042188.
  8. Kazemzadeh, E., Fuinhas, J. A., Koengkan, M., & Osmani, F. (2022). The heterogeneous effect of economic complexity and export quality on the ecological footprint: A two-step club convergence and panel quantile regression approach. Sustainability, 14(18), 11153. https://doi.org/10.3390/su141811153.
  9. Kazemzadeh, E., Koengkan, M., & Fuinhas, J. A. (2022). Effect of battery-electric and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles on PM2.5 emissions in 29 European countries. Sustainability, 14(4), 2188. https://doi.org/10.3390/su14042188.
  10. Kazemzadeh, E., Fuinhas, J. A., Shirazi, M., Koengkan, M., & Silva, N. (2023). Does economic complexity increase energy intensity? Energy Efficiency, 16(4), 1-22. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12053-023-10104-w.
  11. Salari, T. E., Roumiani, A., & Kazemzadeh, E. (2021). Globalization, renewable energy consumption, and agricultural production impacts on ecological footprint in emerging countries: Using quantile regression approach. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 28(36), 49627-49641. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11356-021-14204-x.
  12. Koengkan, M., Fuinhas, J. A., Kazemzadeh, E., Alavijeh, N. K., & de Araujo, S. J. (2022). The impact of renewable energy policies on deaths from outdoor and indoor air pollution: Empirical evidence from Latin American and Caribbean countries. Energy, 245, 123209. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2022.123209.
  13. Koengkan, M., Fuinhas, J. A., Osmani, F., Kazemzadeh, E., Auza, A., Alavijeh, N. K., & Teixeira, M. (2022). Do financial and fiscal incentive policies increase the energy efficiency ratings in residential properties? Empirical evidence from Portugal. Energy, 241, 122895. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2021.122895.
  14. Silva, N., Fuinhas, J. A., Koengkan, M., & Kazemzadeh, E. (2023). What are the causal conditions that lead to high or low environmental performance? A worldwide assessment. Environmental Impact Assessment Review, 107342. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eiar.2023.107342.
  15. Silva, N., Fuinhas, J. A., Koengkan, M., Kazemzadeh, E., & Kaymaz, V. (2023). Renewable energy deployment in Europe: Do politics matter? Environment, Development and Sustainability, 1-34. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10668-023-03839-0.

 

 

 

 

Divya P.V | Sustainable Materials | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Divya P.V | Sustainable Materials | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad, India

Dr. Divya P.V. is an Associate Professor of Civil Engineering (Geotechnical Engineering) at IIT Palakkad, with over 10 years of teaching and research experience, including 9.2 years post-PhD. She holds a Ph.D. from IIT Bombay and has previously served at VIT University and NIT Calicut. Her research expertise lies in Ground Improvement, Geosynthetics, Slope Stabilization, and Green-Geotechnics, and she has published 50 papers, including 25 in international journals. Dr. Divya has led several high-profile research and consultancy projects, receiving multiple awards for her contributions to geotechnical engineering, including the ISIGS-Smt. Indra Joshi Biennial Award and recognition for excellence in PhD research.

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🎓 Educational Background :

  • Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical Engineering) from IIT Bombay, India.
  • M.Tech
  • B.Tech

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Dr. Divya P.V. has over 10.6 years of academic and professional experience in geotechnical engineering, with 9.2 years of post-PhD experience. She is currently serving as an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at IIT Palakkad, India, a position she has held since November 2021. Prior to this, she was an Assistant Professor at IIT Palakkad from July 2017 to November 2021. Her earlier roles include serving as an Associate Professor at VIT University, India, from January 2013 to December 2015, and as a Lecturer at NIT Calicut in 2006. Throughout her career, Dr. Divya has contributed significantly to geotechnical engineering education and research, guiding multiple PhD and MS students and managing various sponsored R&D and consultancy projects.

📚 Research Interests : 

Dr. Divya’s research focuses on a range of geotechnical engineering topics, including ground improvement, geosynthetics, reinforced soil structures, slope stabilization, and landslide mitigation. She is particularly interested in green-geotechnics, which involves sustainable practices in geotechnical engineering. Additionally, she employs centrifuge modelling and image analysis techniques in her research to better understand the behavior of soils and structures under various conditions.

📝 Publication Top Notes :

  1. Shaji, S., & Divya, P. V. (2024). Sustainable ground improvement of soft clay using eggshell lime and rice husk ash. Construction and Building Materials, 441, 137460.
  2. Anita, A., & Divya, P. V. (2024). Construction and demolition waste as a sustainable backfill for geosynthetic-reinforced MSE walls. International Journal of Geosynthetics and Ground Engineering, 10(3), 36.
  3. Sebastian, S., & Divya, P. V. (2024). Natural fibres: A sustainable material for geotextile applications. Indian Geotechnical Journal, 54(3), 1056–1072.
  4. Divya, P. V. (2024). Geosynthetic reinforced soil structures: Forensic investigation on failures and remedial measures. Indian Geotechnical Journal, 54(1), 258–265.
  5. Musaib, A., & Divya, P. V. (2024). Digital soil mapping of residual lateritic soils in Kerala using interpolation methods. In Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering (Vol. 476, pp. 301–312).
  6. Dhanya, K. A., Venkatesh, T. S. D., & Divya, P. V. (2023). Influence of suction on the interface characteristics of unsaturated marginal lateritic soil backfills with composite geosynthetics. International Journal of Geosynthetics and Ground Engineering, 9(6), 73.
  7. Dhanya, K. A., Vibha, S., & Divya, P. V. (2023). Coupled flow-deformation analysis of MSE wall reinforced with hybrid geogrids. International Journal of Geosynthetics and Ground Engineering, 9(4), 45.
  8. Anita, A., Karthika, S., & Divya, P. V. (2023). Construction and demolition waste as valuable resources for geosynthetic-encased stone columns. Journal of Hazardous, Toxic, and Radioactive Waste, 27(2), 04022047.
  9. Dhanya, K. A., Vibha, S., & Divya, P. V. (2023). Performance of lateritic soil slopes at the onset of rainfall infiltration. Indian Geotechnical Journal, 53(1), 107–126.
  10. Musaib, A., & Divya, P. V. (2023). Incorporation of unsaturated soil properties in the prediction of rainfall induced landslides using TRIGRS and Scoops3D models. In Geotechnical Special Publication, 2023-March(GSP 338), 509–520.

 

 

 

Wenhui Shi | Ecology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Wenhui Shi | Ecology | Best Researcher Award

Asociate professor of Zhejiang A&F University, China

🌿 Dr. Wenhui Shi is a dedicated forestry expert with a Ph.D. in Agronomy and extensive research experience in plant-microbe-soil interactions and forest cultivation. As a Master’s supervisor at Zhejiang A&F University, Dr. Shi has led groundbreaking research on bamboo forests and tree physiology, contributing to advancements in sustainable forest management. 📚🔬

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Dr. Shi earned his Bachelor’s degree in Forestry from Northwest A&F University in 2011. He then pursued a combined Master’s and Ph.D. program at Beijing Forestry University, completing his Ph.D. in Agronomy in 2018. His doctoral research focused on the impact of seed nutrient variability on the quality and afforestation effectiveness of Quercus variabilis seedlings.

Professional Experience :

Since joining Zhejiang A&F University in 2018, Dr. Shi has been dedicated to advancing knowledge in forest cultivation. He has conducted extensive research on the relationships between tree root characteristics, soil nutrient cycling, and microbial dynamics. His work has particularly emphasized the ecological functions of bamboo forests, exploring the mechanisms of phosphorus uptake and the role of functional soil microorganisms. Dr. Shi has led several key research projects, including those funded by the National Key R&D Program for Young Scientists and the National Natural Science Foundation of China.

Research Interests : 

Dr. Shi’s research interests include plant-microbe-soil interactions, plant nutrient physiology, tree stress physiology, and tree seedling cultivation. He has made significant contributions to understanding the complex interactions within forest ecosystems, particularly in the context of bamboo cultivation and nutrient management.

Publication Top Notes :

  1. Chengjian Hong, Ning Gao, Zhulei Wu, Yuanchun Yu, Lei Jiang, Yeqing Ying, Wenhui Shi (2024). Changes in soil ammonium-to-nitrate ratio and nutritional symbionts enhance Phyllostachys edulis suppression of heterogeneous competitors in shade. Geoderma, 449, 117008.
  2. Yijing Xing, Fucheng Wang, Sirui Yu, Ying Zhu, Yeqing Ying, Wenhui Shi (2024). Enhancing Phyllostachys edulis seedling growth in phosphorus-deficient soil: complementing the role of phosphate-solubilizing microorganisms with arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi. Plant and Soil, 497, 449-466.
  3. Ruiqian Zhu, Ning Gao, Jiali Luo, Wenhui Shi (2024). Genome and transcriptome analysis of the Torreya grandis WRKY gene family during seed development. Genes, 15(3), 267.
  4. Chengjian Hong, Wenhui Shi, Shulei Wu, Yuelin He, Yeqing Ying (2023). The inferior root plasticity of Phoebe chekiangensis and Torreya grandis seedlings intercropped with Phyllostachys edulis leads to worse plant performance than monocultures under shade conditions. Plant and Soil, 488, 305-324.
  5. Jiali Luo, Zhihui Liu, Jiawen Yan, Wenhui Shi, Yeqing Ying (2023). Genome-Wide Identification of SPX Family Genes and Functional Characterization of PeSPX6 and PeSPX-MFS2 in Response to Low Phosphorus in Phyllostachys edulis. Plants, 12(7), 1496.
  6. Yuelin He, Yilei Tang, Lin Lin, Wenhui Shi, Yeqing Ying (2023). Differential responses of phosphorus accumulation and mobilization in Moso bamboo (Phyllostachys edulis (Carrière) J. Houz) seedlings to short-term experimental nitrogen deposition. Annals of Forest Science, 80, 10.
  7. Wenhui Shi, Yijing Xing, Ying Zhu, Ning Gao, Yeqing Ying (2022). Diverse responses of pqqC– and phoD-harbouring bacterial communities to variation in soil properties of Moso bamboo forests. Microbial Biotechnology, 15(7), 2097-2111.
  8. Yijing Xing, Wenhui Shi, Ying Zhu, Fucheng Wang, Hangyan Wu, Yeqing Ying (2021). Screening and activity assessing of phosphorus availability improving microorganisms associated with bamboo rhizosphere in subtropical China. Environmental Microbiology, 23(10), 6074-6088.
  9. Wenhui Shi, Lin Lin, Shanlu Shao, Anguo He, Yeqing Ying (2020). Effects of simulated nitrogen deposition on Phyllostachys edulis (Carr.) seedlings under different watering conditions: is seedling drought tolerance related to nitrogen metabolism? Plant and Soil, 448, 539-552.
  10. Wenhui Shi, Pedro Villar-Salvador, Guolei Li, Xiaoxu Jiang (2019). Acorn size is more important than nursery fertilization for outplanting performance of Quercus variabilis container seedlings. Annals of Forest Science, 76, 22.
  11. Wenhui Shi, Steven C. Grossnickle, Guolei Li, Shuchai Su, Yong Liu (2019). Fertilization and irrigation regimes influence on seedling attributes and field performance of Pinus tabuliformis Carr. Forestry, 92, 97-107.
  12. Fangfang Wan, Amy L. Ross-Davis, Wenhui Shi, Christopher Weston, Xiehai Song, Xiaochao Chang, Anthony S. Davis, Yong Liu, Fei Teng (2019). Subirrigation effects on Larch seedling growth, root morphology, and media chemistry. Forests, 10, 38.
  13. Wenhui Shi, Pedro Villar-Salvador, Douglass F. Jacobs, Guolei Li, Xiaoxu Jiang (2018). Simulated predation of Quercus variabilis acorns impairs nutrient remobilization and seedling performance irrespective of soil fertility. Plant and Soil, 423, 295-306.
  14. Wenhui Shi, Mark Bloomberg, Guolei Li, Liming Jia, Shuchai Su (2017). Combined effects of cotyledon excision and nursery fertilization on root growth, nutrient status, and outplanting performance of Quercus variabilis container seedlings. PLOS ONE, 12, e0177002.