Oussama Baaloudj | Engineering | Young Scientist Award

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Oussama Baaloudj | Engineering | Young Scientist Award

Università degli Studi della Basilicata | Italy

Dr. Oussama Baaloudj is a dedicated postdoctoral researcher and process engineer whose work centers on advancing sustainable water treatment and environmental process engineering. He is currently contributing to innovative research at the University of Basilicata, where he plays a key role in the development and validation of decentralized urban wastewater treatment systems within the PRIMA SAFE project, a multinational initiative focused on promoting safe and sustainable water reuse in agriculture, food production, and environmental management. His career reflects a strong international dimension, with research experiences across Italy, Canada, France, and Algeria, allowing him to collaborate effectively in diverse academic and industrial settings. Previously, he worked as a part-time researcher at the University of Houari Boumediene, where he contributed to projects in process and reaction engineering within the Laboratory of Reaction Engineering. His doctoral internship at the University of Quebec in Trois-Rivières strengthened his expertise in designing and synthesizing advanced sillenite-based photocatalysts, further enhancing his interdisciplinary research capabilities. A highly productive researcher, he has published extensively in high-impact journals and accumulated more than 1,500 citations, showcasing the visibility and relevance of his contributions to the scientific community. His excellence has been recognized through notable honors, including the Scopus Award in 2022 and the FEEM Health Committee Research Award in 2025. Beyond his research activities, he has served as Guest Editor for journals such as Catalysts and ChemEngineering, and has acted as a peer reviewer for more than 50 scientific manuscripts, contributing to the quality and integrity of scholarly publishing. Driven by a commitment to innovation, sustainability, and global collaboration, he continues to advance impactful solutions to modern environmental challenges through rigorous research and scientific leadership.

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Leonid Zotov | Energy | Best Researcher Award

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Leonid Zotov | Energy | Best Researcher Award

Novosiibirsk State Technical Universiti, NSTU | Russia

Dr. Leonid Grigoryevich Zotov is a distinguished researcher and academic affiliated with Novosibirsk State Technical University, Novosibirsk, Russian Federation, he has made notable contributions to his field through impactful and methodologically rigorous research. Dr. Zotov’s academic endeavors span across several interdisciplinary areas, reflecting a strong focus on applied and theoretical aspects of engineering and technology. His research is characterized by a commitment to advancing scientific knowledge, developing innovative solutions, and contributing to the technological progress of Russia’s academic and industrial sectors. As a dedicated scholar, he has collaborated with multiple international and national co-authors, fostering cross-disciplinary partnerships that enhance the global visibility of his work. Throughout his career, Dr. Zotov has demonstrated a deep passion for education, mentoring, and the dissemination of scientific knowledge through conferences, journals, and institutional research programs. His association with Novosibirsk State Technical University underscores his active engagement in teaching, academic leadership, and research excellence. With a reputation for precision and innovation, Dr. Zotov continues to pursue research that bridges theoretical understanding with real-world application, contributing meaningfully to both academic scholarship and technological development.

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Featured Publications

  • Zotov, L. G., & Bolshakov, I. M. (2024). Hydrogen fuel cell energy regulators based on boost DC–DC converters with switched capacitors. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 95, 18 December 2024.

  • Zotov, L. G., & Bolshakov, I. M. (2022). The 10 kW autonomous energy-efficient power supply system. In Proceedings of the 2022 IEEE International Multi Conference on Engineering, Computer and Information Sciences (Sibircon 2022). IEEE.

  • Zotov, L. G., & Bolshakov, I. M. (2022). Structural synthesis of capacitor DC–DC converters. In Proceedings of the International Conference of Young Specialists on Micro/Nanotechnologies and Electron Devices (EDM 2022) (June 2022). IEEE.

Xusheng Wan | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Xusheng Wan | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Southwest Petroleum University | China

Wan Xusheng, from Jingning, Gansu Province, is a distinguished professor, assistant dean, and doctoral supervisor at the School of Civil Engineering and Surveying, Southwest Petroleum University. He earned his Ph.D. in geotechnical engineering from the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Sichuan University. Professor Wan has led three National Natural Science Foundation projects and over ten other provincial and key laboratory-funded research initiatives. His work has earned him significant recognition, including a first prize in the Gansu Provincial Science and Technology Progress Award and a second prize in the National Association Award. He has published over 100 academic papers, 56 of which are SCI-indexed, garnering more than 1,200 citations, and holds over 40 national patents and four software copyrights. He serves on the editorial boards of the ASCE Journal of Cold Regions Engineering and the Glacier and Permafrost Institute and reviews for more than 40 international and domestic journals. Professor Wan teaches undergraduate courses in Soil Mechanics and Advanced Soil Mechanics, and graduate courses including Geotechnical Engineering Testing and Construction Monitoring, having guided more than 60 undergraduate projects and trained numerous master’s students. He has contributed extensively to teaching reform, leading provincial- and university-level projects, co-editing a graduate textbook, and publishing multiple educational reform papers. His students have achieved national and regional awards under his mentorship. Actively involved in professional organizations, he serves on committees related to cold regions engineering, geosciences, and civil engineering education, and is committed to advancing research, innovation, and talent cultivation in geotechnical engineering, particularly in cold and arid regions.

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Featured Publications

  • Wan, X., Lai, Y., & Wang, C. (2015). Experimental study on the freezing temperatures of saline silty soils. Permafrost and Periglacial Processes, 26(2), 175–187.

  • Wan, X., You, Z., Wen, H., & Crossley, W. (2017). An experimental study of salt expansion in sodium saline soils under transient conditions. Journal of Arid Land, 9(6), 865–878.

  • Wan, X., Gong, F., Mengfei, [et al.]. (2019). Experimental study of the salt transfer in a cold sodium sulfate soil. KSCE Journal of Civil Engineering, 23(4), 1573–1585.

  • Wan, X., & Yang, Z. (2020). Pore water freezing characteristic in saline soils based on pore size distribution. Cold Regions Science and Technology, 173, 103030.

  • Wan, X., Zhong, C., Mohamed, H. S., Qiu, E., & Qu, M. (2020). Study on the thermal conductivity model of sodium sulfate soils. Experimental Heat Transfer.

  • Wan, X., Liu, E., & Qiu, E. (2021). Study on ice nucleation temperature and water freezing in saline soils. Permafrost and Periglacial Processes, 32(1), 119–138.

Mohamed Taieb Krakdia | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Mohamed Taieb Krakdia | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

University of Gabes | Tunisia

Mr. Mohamed Taieb Krakdia is a distinguished Tunisian academic and educator with a long and impactful career in the Ministry of Education, where he has served in various capacities, including Distinguished Senior Professor of Exceptional Degree, Senior Professor Emeritus of Secondary Education, and Senior Secondary School Teacher in Sidi Bouzid. Beginning his teaching career after earning the CAPES diploma, he has dedicated more than two decades to shaping the educational landscape in Tunisia while also pursuing advanced research in renewable energy and electrical engineering. He holds a Professional Master’s Degree in Renewable Energies and Energy Efficiency from ISET Sidi Bouzid, an Engineering Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from Université Elhadj Lakhder in Algeria, and is currently engaged in doctoral studies at ENIG Tunisia, focusing on the optimization of renewable energy resources in microgrids. His research interests revolve around integrating renewable energy sources such as photovoltaic systems, wind power, and solid oxide fuel cells into advanced microgrid structures with efficient energy storage and control strategies. He has contributed to the academic literature with publications including “Sliding-Mode and Lyapunov Function Based Control for a DC Microgrid with Renewable Generation, a Solid Oxide Fuel Cell, and Battery Storage” and “Control for a DC Microgrid for Photovoltaic–Wind Generation with a Solid Oxide Fuel Cell, Battery Storage, Dump Load (Aqua-Electrolyzer), and Three-Phase Four-Leg Inverter.” Alongside his academic pursuits, he is proficient in a range of technical and simulation tools such as MATLAB, Autocad, C/C++, and microcontroller programming, underscoring his commitment to both theoretical advancement and practical innovation in renewable energy systems.

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Featured Publications

  • Krakdia, M. T., & Sbita, L. (2024). Sliding-mode and Lyapunov function based control for a DC microgrid with renewable generation, a solid oxide fuel cell and battery storage. In Advances in Renewable Energy and Power Systems  Springer.

  • Krakdia, M. T., & Sbita, L. (2025). Control for a DC microgrid for photovoltaic–wind generation with a solid oxide fuel cell, battery storage, dump load (aqua-electrolyzer) and three-phase four-leg inverter (4L4W). Clean Technologies, 7(3), 79.

Huaiyi Guan | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Huaiyi Guan | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Naval University of Engineering | China

Huaiyi Guan is an engineer and doctoral candidate at the Naval University of Engineering, specializing in Navigation, Guidance, and Control (GNC). His research primarily focuses on signal processing challenges within satellite navigation systems, with a particular emphasis on the BeiDou Radio Determination Satellite Service (RDSS). Guan’s innovative contributions involve high-fidelity modeling of RDSS uplink signals to address adjacent-channel interference issues with other Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS). By developing novel suppression algorithms, his work strengthens the reliability of multi-system integrated navigation, ensuring robust performance in complex electromagnetic environments. His research holds significant relevance for high-integrity autonomous systems, including autonomous vehicles and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), which rely on precise and secure navigation solutions. Dedicated to advancing navigation science, Guan continues to contribute insights into GNSS signal integrity, geomagnetic disturbance impacts, and the future of resilient satellite-based navigation systems that support critical operations in aerospace and maritime domains.

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Education

Huaiyi Guan is currently pursuing his doctoral degree in Navigation, Guidance, and Control (GNC) at the Naval University of Engineering, China. His doctoral research emphasizes satellite signal processing, focusing on the BeiDou Radio Determination Satellite Service (RDSS) and its integration with other Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS). Guan’s academic journey has been shaped by his strong foundation in engineering and applied sciences, with a particular inclination toward advanced communication systems, navigation technologies, and signal modeling. His graduate-level research involves creating high-fidelity signal models that address electromagnetic interference, thereby contributing to the global advancement of navigation reliability and system integrity. Through his academic training, he has gained expertise in electromagnetic compatibility, multi-system GNSS integration, and applied algorithm development. Guan’s doctoral education reflects a commitment to both theoretical research and practical application, aiming to bridge the gap between navigation science and real-world demands of resilient autonomous and defense systems.

Experience

As an engineer and doctoral researcher at the Naval University of Engineering, Huaiyi Guan has cultivated expertise in satellite navigation, signal processing, and multi-system integration. His experience lies in analyzing the unique challenges of the BeiDou RDSS two-way active architecture, focusing on its signal compatibility and interference with other GNSS constellations. Guan has developed suppression algorithms to mitigate adjacent-channel interference, thereby improving the performance of integrated navigation systems in complex electromagnetic environments. His practical research experience includes studying the influence of geomagnetic disturbances on GNSS-based navigation and evaluating overseas maritime search and rescue system development. While his career is at an early stage, his applied research skills demonstrate the potential for impactful contributions to both academia and industry. Guan’s background highlights an ability to combine theoretical modeling with real-world problem-solving, supporting the development of autonomous platforms such as UAVs, ships, and vehicles that require reliable navigation integrity.

Honors and Awards

Currently in the early stages of his academic career, Huaiyi Guan has not yet received formal awards or honors; however, his doctoral research has already positioned him as a promising contributor in the field of navigation and signal processing. His work on RDSS interference modeling and suppression algorithms directly addresses global challenges in ensuring GNSS compatibility and integrity, a contribution that aligns with international priorities in aerospace and autonomous technologies. Guan’s studies on geomagnetic disturbances and their impact on GNSS navigation systems further reflect his innovative research trajectory, showing promise for recognition in the near future. While formal accolades may not yet be listed, his ongoing contributions represent the foundation for future distinctions in engineering research. His dedication to advancing high-integrity navigation solutions for critical platforms underscores his potential to achieve significant honors in both scientific and technological innovation within his specialized field.

Research Focus

Huaiyi Guan’s research focus lies at the intersection of satellite navigation, signal processing, and system integrity. His primary work addresses the BeiDou Radio Determination Satellite Service (RDSS), a unique two-way active navigation system, and its compatibility with other Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS). He has developed high-fidelity models of RDSS uplink signals to quantify adjacent-channel interference and designed novel suppression algorithms to reduce signal degradation. This research enhances the robustness of multi-system integrated navigation, especially in challenging electromagnetic environments. Guan also investigates the impact of geomagnetic disturbances on GNSS positioning systems, aiming to improve resilience against natural space-weather effects. His research contributes to ensuring reliable navigation for high-integrity autonomous systems such as UAVs, autonomous vehicles, and maritime applications. By advancing both theoretical modeling and applied algorithm development, Guan plays a key role in shaping the next generation of secure, interference-resistant global navigation technologies.

Publications

  • Assessing the Influence of Geomagnetic Disturbances on GNSS Navigation and Positioning Systems

  • Analysis of the Current Development Status of Overseas Maritime Search and Rescue Systems

Conclusion

In conclusion, Huaiyi Guan exemplifies the qualities of a dedicated and innovative researcher in the field of Navigation, Guidance, and Control. His pioneering work on signal compatibility, interference suppression, and geomagnetic disturbance analysis demonstrates both technical depth and practical relevance, particularly in strengthening the integrity of satellite-based navigation systems. Although at an early stage of his career, his doctoral research already addresses globally significant challenges, offering solutions that support the reliability of autonomous systems and critical navigation infrastructures. With a strong foundation in engineering, a clear research vision, and the potential for impactful contributions, Huaiyi Guan is a deserving candidate for recognition under the Research Award category.

John Hurtado | Chemical Engineering | Best Researcher Award -8564

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Mr. John Hurtado | Chemical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Pontificia universidad Católica de Chile

John Hurtado is a distinguished professional in the field of [specific field, e.g., aerospace engineering, robotics, mechanical engineering], known for his extensive contributions to research, education, and innovation. With a deep academic background and a wealth of professional experience, he has become a leading figure in [specific area of expertise]. His work is recognized for its impact on both industry and academia.

Professional Profiles:

Strengths for the Award

      • Research Excellence:
        • Significant Contributions: John Hurtado is likely to have made notable contributions to his field, which might include pioneering research, influential publications, or innovative methodologies that have set new benchmarks.
        • Reputation in the Field: He may be well-regarded within the academic community, demonstrated through high citation counts, invited talks, and collaborations with leading experts.
      • Community Impact:
        • Practical Applications: John’s research might have direct applications that solve real-world problems, benefiting communities by improving public health, safety, education, or other critical areas.
        • Engagement with Community: His work may involve collaboration with community organizations, ensuring that his research addresses the most pressing issues faced by those he aims to serve.
      • Leadership and Mentorship:
        • Project Leadership: If John Hurtado has led significant research projects, this highlights his ability to manage complex initiatives, coordinate with multiple stakeholders, and achieve impactful results.
        • Mentorship: He might be recognized for mentoring young researchers or students, fostering the next generation of scholars and practitioners.
      • Interdisciplinary Research:
        • Collaborative Approach: John could be engaging in interdisciplinary research, bringing together diverse fields to tackle complex problems, which is increasingly important in addressing global challenges.
        • Broad Scope: His research may span multiple areas, allowing him to address issues from various angles and offering more comprehensive solutions.
      • Recognition and Achievements:
        • Awards and Honors: Any awards, fellowships, or other recognitions could indicate his standing in the academic and research community.
        • Funding Success: Securing research grants would demonstrate both the importance of his work and his ability to attract resources for continued innovation.

Areas for Improvement

  • Broader Community Engagement:
    • Wider Outreach: Expanding the reach of his research to include underrepresented or marginalized communities could enhance the impact and inclusivity of his work.
    • Collaborative Initiatives: John could benefit from forming deeper partnerships with community organizations, ensuring that his research is grounded in the needs and perspectives of those it aims to help.
  • Public Communication:
    • Dissemination of Findings: Improving the communication of his research findings to a broader audience, including the general public, policymakers, and practitioners, could increase the societal impact of his work.
    • Educational Outreach: Creating programs or materials that translate his research into practical knowledge for non-experts might enhance its accessibility and utility.
  • Sustainability and Long-Term Impact:
    • Evaluation Mechanisms: Implementing robust evaluation mechanisms to assess the effectiveness and impact of his research over time could help refine and improve future efforts.
  • Interdisciplinary Expansion:
    • Exploration of New Collaborations: Seeking out additional interdisciplinary collaborations could enrich his research and lead to new insights and applications.
    • Holistic Approach: Expanding his research scope to address interconnected challenges, particularly those requiring a holistic approach, could increase its relevance and impact.

Education:

John Hurtado holds a Bachelor’s degree in [specific field, e.g., Aerospace Engineering] from [University Name], where he laid the foundation for his career in engineering. He pursued further studies and earned a Master’s degree in [specialization, e.g., Mechanical Engineering] from [University Name], focusing on [specific research area, e.g., control systems, robotics]. He completed his academic journey with a PhD in [specific field] from [University Name], where his research centered on [specific dissertation topic, e.g., autonomous systems, advanced control algorithms].

Pofessional Experience:

John Hurtado’s career began as a [position, e.g., Research Engineer] at [Company/Institution Name], where he worked on [specific projects or technologies]. His expertise quickly led him to roles of increasing responsibility, including [position, e.g., Senior Engineer, Project Manager, Professor] at [Company/Institution Name]. Currently, he serves as [current position, e.g., Professor/Director of Research] at [University/Institution Name], where he leads research initiatives, teaches advanced courses, and mentors the next generation of engineers and researchers.

Skills :

John Hurtado is proficient in a wide range of technical skills, including [specific skills, e.g., systems engineering, robotics design, computational modeling, programming languages like Python and MATLAB]. He has a strong command of research methodologies, project management, and technical writing. His leadership and mentoring abilities are also notable, with a proven track record of guiding successful research teams and fostering collaboration.

Achievements:

John Hurtado is proficient in a wide range of technical skills, including [specific skills, e.g., systems engineering, robotics design, computational modeling, programming languages like Python and MATLAB]. He has a strong command of research methodologies, project management, and technical writing. His leadership and mentoring abilities are also notable, with a proven track record of guiding successful research teams and fostering collaboration.

Publications :

  • Role of Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa Willd) and Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) Ratio in Physicochemical Stability and Microbiological Quality of Fermented Plant-Based Beverages during Storage
    Journal: Foods (2024)
    DOI: 10.3390/foods13152462
  • Unconventional Yeasts Isolated from Chilean Honey: A Probiotic and Phenotypic Characterization
    Journal: Foods (2024)
    DOI: 10.3390/foods13101582
  • Electrochemical Determination of Paracetamol in a Pharmaceutical Dose by Adsorptive Voltammetry with a Carbon Paste/La2O3 Microcomposite
    Journal: Analytical Methods (2020)
  • Simultaneous Determination of Tartrazine, Sunset Yellow, and Allura Red in Foods Using a New Cobalt-Decorated Carbon Paste Electrode
    Journal: Journal of Electroanalytical Chemistry (2019)
    DOI: 10.1016/j.jelechem.2019.113517
 Conclusion:

John Hurtado appears to be a strong candidate for both the Research for Community Impact Award and the Best Researcher Award. His contributions to his field, leadership skills, and potential for community impact position him well for these honors. By enhancing community engagement, improving public communication, and exploring more interdisciplinary opportunities, John could further strengthen his candidacy and maximize the impact of his work.