Yonghu Huang | Disaster-Resilient Architecture | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yonghu Huang | Disaster-Resilient Architecture | Best Researcher Award

Department Head | East China Jiaotong University | China

Dr. Yonghu Huang, Department Head and Associate Professor at East China Jiaotong University, is a distinguished scholar in engineering mechanics with a strong focus on intelligent seismic isolation, damping technologies, smart materials, and metamaterials. He earned his Master’s and Doctoral degrees in Engineering Mechanics from Harbin Institute of Technology, where he specialized in advanced structural mechanics. With extensive professional experience as a doctoral supervisor and director of the Engineering Mechanics Department, Dr. Huang has led nationally funded projects and industry collaborations addressing disaster prevention and structural resilience. His groundbreaking research includes experimental and analytical studies on inclined column components to enhance the seismic performance, spatial efficiency, and durability of underground structures, contributing innovative calculation methods and practical engineering solutions. He has authored numerous SCI/EI-indexed journal publications, including works in Physics of Fluids and Journal of Physics D: Applied Physics, and holds over 15 national invention patents, underscoring both academic and practical impact. Recognized as a leading disciplinary talent in Jiangxi Province, Dr. Huang has received the prestigious Provincial Science and Technology Progress First Prize and serves as a reviewer and contributor in international journals. His career reflects a commitment to advancing structural engineering knowledge, fostering innovation in disaster prevention, and mentoring the next generation of engineers, making him a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award, with 164 citations, 24 publications, and an h-index of 8.

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Featured Publications

1. Huang Y., Xiao W.J., Wan H.P., Zhang D.M., Liu K., Li S.J., Research on mechanical properties and acoustic emission characteristics of sandstone under splitting loading after temperature treatment. Phys. Fluids, 2024, 36, 125121.

2. Huang Y., Lv M.Y., Luo W.J., Zhang H.L., Geng D.X., Li Q., Sound insulation properties of membrane-type acoustic metamaterials with petal-like split rings. J. Phys. D: Appl. Phys., 2022, 55, 045302.

Ziwei Guo | Materials and Technology in Architecture | Best Academic Researcher Award

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Dr. Ziwei Guo | Materials and Technology in Architecture | Best Academic Researcher Award

Doctor | Ningxia University | China

Dr. Ziwei Guo, a distinguished researcher at Ningxia University, specializes in building materials and structural design with a focus on developing innovative structural systems that adapt to complex environments. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in structural engineering, where his research emphasizes cross-sectional, internal material, and shape optimization to enhance load-bearing capacity, ductility, and energy efficiency. Dr. Guo has contributed extensively to national and provincial research projects, playing a pivotal role in one national fund project, one provincial key fund project, and three additional provincial projects. His scholarly output includes seven publications, five of which are in SCI-indexed journals, with one earning the Excellent Paper Award in China, and he has also authored impactful works in leading journals such as Construction and Building Materials, Structural Concrete, and KSCE Journal of Civil Engineering. In addition to his academic contributions, Dr. Guo has completed two major research projects, is actively engaged in three ongoing projects, and has advanced one patent in the field. His work demonstrates a commitment to integrating high-performance, sustainable building materials into modern construction practices. Recognized for his promising innovations and dedication to structural engineering, Dr. Guo continues to advance the discipline through his publications, consultancy project, and growing international collaborations, establishing himself as a rising scholar and leader in architectural and civil engineering research. 29 citations, 4 documents, h-index 3.

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Featured Publications

1. Pan P., Yang W., Guo Z., Improvement of thermal properties of foam concrete by incorporating silica aerogel particles. Constr. Build. Mater., 2025, 478, 141450.

J. Andres Coca-Stefaniak | AI for Urban Planning | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. J. Andres Coca-Stefaniak | AI for Urban Planning | Best Researcher Award

Professor | University of Greenwich | United Kingdom

Dr. Juan A. Coca-Stefaniak is a Professor of Tourism and Urban Futures at the University of Greenwich, specializing in sustainable tourism, consumer behavior, and the impacts of global crises on travel and hospitality. He holds advanced degrees in business, management, and tourism studies, with a doctoral specialization in urban futures and destination management. Throughout his career, he has held leadership roles in academia and industry, contributing to projects on sustainable urban regeneration, destination branding, and crisis resilience in tourism. His research has advanced understanding of authentic tourism experiences, corporate social responsibility in hospitality, consumer behavior shifts during the COVID-19 pandemic, and leadership responses to global crises, with numerous publications in leading journals such as Annals of Tourism Research, International Journal of Tourism Research, and Current Issues in Tourism. Dr. Coca-Stefaniak has served as an editor, reviewer, and member of editorial boards for high-impact journals, and he actively contributes to international professional associations and policy advisory bodies. Recognized for his research excellence and leadership, he has received multiple academic honors, invited keynote lectures, and fellowships that highlight his impact on shaping the discourse of sustainable and resilient tourism development worldwide, with his scholarly contributions reflected in over 4,900 citations, an h-index of 33, and an i10-index of 46.

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Featured Publications

1. Paulauskaite D., Powell R., Coca-Stefaniak A., Living Like a Local: Authentic Tourism Experiences and the Sharing Economy. Int. J. Tourism Res., 2017, 553.

2. Mao Y., He J., Morrison J.A., Alastair M., Coca-Stefaniak J.A., Effects of tourism CSR on employee psychological capital in the COVID-19 crisis: from the perspective of conservation of resources theory. Curr. Issues Tourism, 2020, 480.

3. Li J., Nguyen T.H.H., Coca-Stefaniak J.A., Coronavirus impacts on post-pandemic planned travel behaviours. Ann. Tourism Res., 2020, 426.

4. Li J., Hallsworth A.G., Coca-Stefaniak J.A., Changing grocery shopping behaviours among Chinese consumers at the outset of the COVID-19 outbreak. Tijdschrift Econ. Soc. Geogr., 2020, 111(3), 574-583, 295.

5. Zhang J., Xie C., Wang J., Morrison A.M., Coca-Stefaniak J.A., Responding to a major global crisis: the effects of hotel safety leadership on employee safety behavior during COVID-19. Int. J. Contemp. Hosp. Manag., 2020, 32(11), 3365-3389, 245.

GHIZLANE MOUTAOUKIL | Sustainable Construction Materials | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. GHIZLANE MOUTAOUKIL | Sustainable Construction Materials | Best Researcher Award

Postdoctoral Researcher | Centro de Física de Materiales (CFM) CSIC-UPV/EHU | Spain

Dr. Ghizlane Moutaoukil is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Centro de Física de Materiales (CSIC/UPV-EHU) in Spain, specializing in materials chemistry and sustainable construction materials. She holds a PhD in Materials Chemistry and Environment from Mohammed V University in Rabat in collaboration with the Institute of Materials Science of Madrid (CSIC), complemented by advanced training at UM6P, IISc Bangalore, and ENS Rabat. Her professional background spans academic research and industrial internships, including quality and process engineering roles in the automotive, petrochemical, and water treatment sectors. Dr. Moutaoukil’s research focuses on the design, characterization, and optimization of dense and porous geopolymers, with emphasis on their thermomechanical, microstructural, and environmental performance, supported by expertise in advanced techniques such as MAS NMR, XRD, SEM, and Raman spectroscopy. She has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications in leading journals including Construction and Building Materials, Sustainable Chemistry for the Environment, and Minerals, and contributed to innovations in thermoelectric cementitious composites, holding a European patent. She is an active participant in international conferences, delivering both oral and poster presentations, and has collaborated on interdisciplinary projects addressing sustainable materials for energy and environment. Recognized for her academic excellence and research impact, she also contributes as a reviewer and maintains memberships in professional scientific communities. Her career exemplifies a strong integration of scientific rigor, innovation, and applied impact in advancing sustainable material technologies. 162 Citations by 152 documents; 10 Documents; h-index 5

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Featured Publications

1. Moutaoukil G., Sobrados I., Dolado J.S., Development of phosphate mine waste-based geopolymer by mechanosynthesis. Constr. Build. Mater., 2025, 495, 143573.

2. Moutaoukil G., Sobrados I., Gökçe H.S., Alehyen S., Effect of thermal treatment, foaming and stabilizing agents on the synthesis of fly ash-based geopolymer foams using Raman spectroscopy and 29Si and 27Al MAS NMR. Sustain. Chem. Environ., 2025, 100257.

3. Moutaoukil G., Sobrados I., Alehyen S., Taibi M., Monitoring the geopolymerization reaction of geopolymer foams using 29Si and 27Al MAS NMR. Minerals, 2024, 14, 516.

4. Moutaoukil G., Sobrados I., Alehyen S., Taibi M., Understanding the thermomechanical behavior of geopolymer foams: Influence of rate and type of foaming agent and stabilizer. Chem. Data Collect., 2024, 50, 101111.

5. Moutaoukil G., Alehyen S., Sobrados I., Safhi A.E.M., Effects of elevated temperature and activation solution content on microstructural and mechanical properties of fly ash-based geopolymer. KSCE J. Civ. Eng., 2023, 27, 1102.

Minoor Lamian | Parametric Design | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Minoor Lamian | Parametric Design | Best Researcher Award

Faculty Member | Tarbiat Modares University | Iran

Professor Minoor Lamyian is a distinguished Professor in the Department of Reproductive Health and Midwifery at Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran, specializing in maternal and child health, reproductive health, and health education. She holds a Ph.D. in Health Education, an M.Sc. in Maternal and Child Health from Tarbiat Modares University, and a B.Sc. in Midwifery from Shiraz University of Medical Sciences. With extensive academic service since the early 1990s, she has held leadership positions including Deputy Director of the Midwifery Department and Manager of the Medical Center at Tarbiat Modares University, while mentoring numerous students and professionals in the field. Her research focuses on women’s health literacy, safe motherhood, breastfeeding promotion, breast cancer prevention, and the application of behavior models and qualitative methods in reproductive health. She has authored numerous publications in international journals, including recent works on maternal nutrition, fertility preservation, and the psychosocial dimensions of women’s health, making significant contributions to public health scholarship. Professor Lamyian has also advanced scientific discourse through editorial roles with journals such as the Health Education & Promotion Journal and Social Behavior Research & Health Journal, and she actively contributes as a member of professional societies including the Breastfeeding Promotion Society of Iran. Her international academic engagement includes research collaboration at the University of Helsinki’s Finnish Cancer Registry. Recognized for her leadership, research excellence, and commitment to women’s health, Professor Lamyian continues to serve as a respected educator, researcher, and advocate in reproductive health and maternal well-being. She has 973 citations by 931 documents, 62 published documents, and an h-index of 17.

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Featured Publications

1. Safaralinezhad A., Lamyian M., Ahmadi F., Hosseinkhani Z., Montazeri A., Development and psychometric properties of the Mental Health Literacy Scale for women of reproductive age: A mixed method study. Health Sci. Rep., 2025, 10.1002/hsr2.71227.

2. Moradi S., Lamyian M., Sahebi L., Investigating the prevalence and factors affecting pre-term and post-term labor in the 6 months before and after the Covid-19 pandemic: A comparative study. Payesh (Health Monitor) J., 2025, 10.61186/apyesh.24.3.355.

3. Bagheri M., Lamyian M., Sadighi J., Ahmadi F., Mohammadi-Nasrabadi F., Development and validation of a food security assessment questionnaire for pregnancy. Payesh (Health Monitor) J., 2025, 10.61186/payesh.24.2.269.

4. Roshandel S., Lamyian M., Azin S.A., Mohammadi E., Haghighat S., Providing fertility preservation services in breast cancer patients and barriers to receiving them in Iran: A qualitative study. J. Breast Dis., 2025, 10.61186/ijbd.18.1.107.

5. Bagheri M., Lamyian M., Sadighi J., Ahmadi F., Mohammadi-Nasrabadi F., Food security during pregnancy: A qualitative content analysis study in Iran. Matern. Child Nutr., 2025, 10.1111/mcn.13725.

Xiangfeng Bu | Environmental Design | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Xiangfeng Bu | Environmental Design | Best Researcher Award

Ph.D. Student | Beijing Technology and Business University | China

Dr. Xiangfeng Bu, a researcher in computer science and system science at Beijing Technology and Business University, specializes in complex system modeling, remote sensing, artificial intelligence, and predictive modeling. He holds a Ph.D. in System Science (Complex System Modeling), an M.S. in Computer Technology, a B.S. in Computer Science and Technology, and an Associate Degree in Software Technology. His professional experience spans smart home hardware systems, greenhouse automation, and graduate leadership roles, including conference organization and academic affairs management. Dr. Bu’s research contributions include influential publications on lithium-ion battery fault prediction, deep reinforcement learning, harmful algal bloom detection, and multi-scale forest fire detection, alongside patents and software copyrights in environmental modeling and fire detection systems. His work integrates machine learning techniques such as XGBoost, LightGBM, and deep neural networks with applications in environmental sustainability, healthcare diagnostics, and intelligent systems. Recognized for academic excellence and leadership, he has received honors including Provincial Outstanding Student, Provincial Outstanding Graduate, and multiple scholarships, and has distinguished himself in national and international innovation competitions. Active in both research and academic service, Dr. Bu demonstrates a strong commitment to advancing interdisciplinary applications of artificial intelligence, making him a highly deserving candidate for this award. He has 61 citations by 61 documents, 4 documents, and an h-index of 2.

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Featured Publications

1. Bu, X., Wang, L., Wang, X., Xu, J., Zhao, Z., Yu, J., Bai, Y., Zhang, H., & Sun, Q. (2025). A deep dual 3Q learning model incorporating nonlinear greedy factors. 2025 IEEE 2nd International Conference on Deep Learning and Computer Vision (DLCV).

2. Xie, M., Su, C., Bu, X., Yang, C., & Chen, B. (2025). A fault prediction method for lithium-ion batteries by fusing internal and external features with stacked integration models. Journal of The Electrochemical Society.

3. Bu, X. (2023). A harmful algal bloom detection model combining moderate resolution imaging spectroradiometer multi-factor and meteorological heterogeneous data. Sustainability, 15(21), 15386.

4. Zhang, L., Wang, M., Ding, Y., & Bu, X. (2023). MS-FRCNN: A multi-scale faster RCNN model for small target forest fire detection. Forests, 14(3), 616.

Sara Azamian | Green Building and LEED Design | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Sara Azamian | Green Building and LEED Design | Best Researcher Award

Graduate | Sharif University of Technology | Iran

Dr. Sara Azamian, a researcher in the Department of Energy Engineering at Sharif University of Technology, specializes in sustainable energy systems engineering with a strong focus on fuel cell technology, exergy analysis, and integrated system optimization. She holds a Master’s degree in Energy Systems Engineering from Sharif University of Technology and a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from Kermanshah University of Technology. Professionally, she has contributed as a junior expert to national energy efficiency and environmental projects, including eco-industrial park development, and has advanced her expertise through extensive research on fuel cell applications for standalone, household, and transportation systems. Her scholarly contributions span high-impact journals such as Energy Nexus, Entropy, Ecological Indicators, International Journal of Exergy, Green Technologies and Sustainability, and Energy Storage and Saving, addressing critical topics like the water-food-energy-ecosystem nexus, soil–plant interactions, and dynamic energy system optimization. Dr. Azamian is proficient in computational modeling, system simulation, and thermodynamic analysis, bridging theoretical innovation with practical sustainability applications. She has been recognized for her contributions to sustainable energy research and is actively engaged in advancing interdisciplinary collaborations aimed at addressing global energy and environmental challenges. Her leadership in research, combined with technical expertise and academic contributions, highlights her as a promising candidate for prestigious research awards. She has 54 citations, an h-index of 4, and an i10-index of 3.

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Featured Publications

1. Ledari, M. B., Saboohi, Y., & Azamian, S. (2023). Water-food-energy-ecosystem nexus model development: Resource scarcity and regional development. Energy Nexus, 10, 100207.

2. Bararzadeh Ledari, M., Saboohi, Y., Valero, A., & Azamian, S. (2020). Exergy analysis of a bio-system: Soil–plant interaction. Entropy, 23(1), 3.

3. Bararzadeh Ledari, M., Saboohi, Y., & Azamian, S. (2021). The tolerance level of the ecosystem as a limited constrain in the development planning. Ecological Indicators, 132, 108265.

4. Bararzadeh Ledari, M., Saboohi, Y., Valero, A., & Azamian, S. (2022). Exergy cost analysis of soil-plant system. International Journal of Exergy, 38(3), 293–319.

5. Azamian, S. (2025). Dynamic multicriteria optimization of household heating and cooling system for reusing fuel-cell waste heat at optimal thermodynamic conditions while considering climatic effects. Energy Storage and Saving.

Qiaowang Chen | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Qiaowang Chen | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Supervisor | Chongqing University of Arts and Sciences | China

Dr. Qiaowang Chen, Lecturer at the School of Materials Science and Engineering, Chongqing University of Arts and Sciences, is a distinguished researcher in the field of materials science with expertise in magnesium alloys, gradient hard alloys, and advanced ceramic-metal composites. He holds a doctorate in Materials Science and Engineering from Chongqing University, where his dissertation focused on the microstructure and performance of Mg-Gd casting alloys, and a master’s degree from Southwest University on ultrafine WC-TiC-TaC-Co hard alloys. His professional journey includes academic and research roles that span teaching, institutional development, and leadership of numerous funded projects on alloy design, precipitation hardening, and deformation twinning mechanisms in hexagonal-close-packed metals. Dr. Chen has authored several SCI- and EI-indexed publications and contributed to advancing both theoretical knowledge and industrial applications, notably through the successful technology transfer of Co-based ceramic-metal composites generating significant economic value. His research integrates casting processes, powder metallurgy, and microstructural characterization to address challenges in high-performance structural materials. Recognized with the Technical Invention Award by the China Mechanical Engineering Society and China Machinery Industry Federation, Dr. Chen’s work has been acknowledged as reaching advanced national levels. Alongside his scholarly contributions, he has actively participated in institutional initiatives, including discipline development and defense-related certifications. His combination of academic rigor, innovative research, and practical application underscores his suitability as a leading candidate for the Best Researcher Award in Materials Science. He has 107 citations by 105 documents, with 19 documents and an h-index of 6.

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Featured Publication

1. Chen Q.W., Tang A.T., Ye J.H., Hao L.L., Wang Y.R., Zhang T.J.*, Harnessing explainable AI for high-throughput prediction of WC-based cemented carbide performance, J. Alloys Compd., 2025, Accepted.