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Djillali Benouar | Environmental Design | Research Excellence Award Published on 07/04/202607/04/2026 by Architecture Engineers Prof. Dr. Djillali Benouar | Environmental Design | Research Excellence Award Professor | University Of Science And Technology Houari Boumediene | Algeria Djillali Benouar is a Professor at University Of Science And Technology Houari Boumediene and Director of the Built Environment Research Laboratory, specializing in engineering seismology, earthquake engineering, and disaster risk reduction. With extensive academic and consultancy experience, he has led major international and national research projects, advised global organizations including the African Union and UNESCO, and contributed to policy frameworks on disaster resilience. His research focuses on seismic hazard assessment, vulnerability analysis, and risk governance, with numerous high-impact journal publications and book contributions. He has held key leadership roles such as Editor-in-Chief of the Oxford Research Encyclopedia Natural Hazards Science and the ASRIC Journal, and membership in international science advisory groups. His honors include prestigious international recognitions and editorial distinctions, reflecting his global impact in disaster risk science and education. His research impact includes 738 citations across 575 documents, 54 publications, and an h-index of 15. Citation Metrics (Scopus) 800 600 400 200 0 Citations 738 Documents 54 h-index 15 Citations Documents h-index View Scopus Profile View Google Scholar Profile View ORCID Profile Featured Publications Materials for the investigation of the seismicity of Algeria and adjacent regions during the twentieth century – Annals of geophysics Neo-deterministic seismic hazard assessment in North Africa – Journal of seismology The effects of building characteristics and site conditions on the damage distribution in Boumerdès after the 2003 Algeria earthquake – Earthquake Spectra The seismicity of Algeria and adjacent regions during the twentieth century – Department of Civil Engineering, Imperial College Seismic fragility evaluation of existing RC frame and URM buildings in Algeria – International Journal of Civil Engineering
Eui Chan Jeon | Environmental Design | Best Researcher Award Published on 27/03/202627/03/2026 by Architecture Engineers Prof. Eui Chan Jeon | Environmental Design | Best Researcher Award Professor | Sejong University | South Korea Prof. Euichan Jeon is a leading researcher at Sejong University, South Korea, specializing in environmental engineering, climate technology, and advanced functional materials. With 130 publications, 2,148 citations, and an h-index of 22, he has established a strong global academic presence. His work spans greenhouse gas abatement, semiconductor process emissions, thermoelectric materials, and life cycle assessment of sustainable solutions. Supported by an extensive collaboration network of over 200 co-authors, his research demonstrates significant interdisciplinary impact. Jeon’s contributions advance industrial decarbonization, environmental monitoring, and clean technology development, supporting global efforts toward sustainability and climate change mitigation. Citation Metrics (Scopus) 2148 1600 1000 500 0 Citations 2,148 Documents 130 h-index 22 Citations Documents h-index View Scopus Profile Featured Publications Evaluating the carbon payback period of nature-based solutions: A life cycle assessment approach – Nature Based Solutions, 2026 Effects of Plasma Power on By-Product Gas Formation from CHF3 and CH2F2 Process Gases in Semiconductor Etching Processes – Applied Sciences (Switzerland), 2025 Understanding the correlation between structural and photoluminescent properties of Ca3(PO4)2:Eu3+, M+ phosphors – Ceramics International, 2025 Thermoelectric properties of SiC nanoparticle-dispersed Bi1.925Ba0.075Sr2Co2Oy – Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 2025 Application of an estimated ammonia emission factor reflecting operating characteristics of open laying hen houses in Korea – Atmosphere, 2025
Yong-Duck Chung | Climate-Responsive Architecture | Research Excellence Award Published on 27/03/202627/03/2026 by Architecture Engineers Dr. Yong-Duck Chung | Climate-Responsive Architecture | Research Excellence Award Principal Researcher | Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute | South Korea Dr. Yong-Duck Chung is a leading researcher in advanced materials science, with significant contributions to topological insulators, thin-film photovoltaics, and optoelectronic device engineering. His work focuses on the design, fabrication, and characterization of chalcogenide thin films, nano-structured materials, and surface/interface electronic structures using advanced techniques such as synchrotron radiation. He has played a pivotal role in developing high-efficiency CIGS solar cells, high-speed optical communication devices, and next-generation photonic systems. With a strong emphasis on functional thin films and quantum materials, his research bridges fundamental physics and practical device applications. He has authored 144 scientific publications with 1862 citations and an h-index of 25, reflecting sustained impact and scholarly influence. His contributions are further evidenced by numerous international patents in photovoltaic and optical technologies, advancing innovation in energy conversion and semiconductor device engineering. Citation Metrics (Scopus) 2000 1500 1000 500 0 1,862 Citations 144 Documents 25 h-index Citations Documents h-index View Scopus Profile View Google Scholar Profile View ORCID Profile Featured Publications Colorful Solar Cells Utilizing Off-Axis Light Diffraction via Transparent Nanograting Structures Nano Energy, 2021 Evolution of Morphological and Chemical Properties at p–n Junction of Cu(In,Ga)Se2 Solar Cells ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, 2021 Implementation of Various Colors in Cu(In,Ga)Se2 Thin-Film Solar Cells by Diffractive Nanostructures Solar Energy Materials & Solar Cells, 2023 Highly Conductive and Transparent Metal Microfibers for Flexible Thin-Film Photovoltaics Journal of Power Sources, 2024 Large-Area Synthesis of Bi2Se3 Topological Insulator Thin Films via Selenization Surface & Coatings Technology, 2025
Abhishek Rajhans | Resilient Infrastructure | Excellence in Resilient Infrastructure Award Published on 27/03/202627/03/2026 by Architecture Engineers Mr. Abhishek Rajhans | Resilient Infrastructure | Excellence in Resilient Infrastructure Award Research Associate | Climate Resilient Observing-Systems Promotion Council | India Mr. Abhishek Rajhans is an emerging researcher in geography with a strong focus on disaster risk reduction, climate resilience, and sustainable development. His work integrates spatial analysis, policy research, and environmental assessment to address complex socio-environmental challenges. He has contributed to national-level initiatives, notably co-authoring the National Mitigation Project on Lightning Safety under the Climate Resilient Observing Systems Promotion Council, and supporting the development of annual lightning risk reports. His research spans critical areas such as urban flooding, cyclone impact assessment, and climate-induced vulnerabilities, with an emphasis on community resilience and disaster preparedness. He has presented research at national and international forums and contributed to peer-reviewed publications on sustainability and socio-economic impacts of environmental change. Proficient in geospatial tools and qualitative analysis, his research aims to bridge scientific knowledge with policy frameworks for effective environmental governance. View Google Scholar Profile Featured Publications Disaster and Sustainable Development: A Complex Intertwining Bajaj, A., Abhay, R. K., Kumar, K., Rajhans, A. | Springer, 2026 Measuring the Problems & Emotions of Urban-Ward Migrants: A Case Study of Construction Workers in Delhi Chandrakanta, Naruka, L. S., Rajhans, A., Agrawal, K. | Samikhiya Journal, 2023 Building a Lightning Resilient Nation Rajhans, A. | Know Disasters Magazine, 2023
William Braham | Climate-Responsive Architecture | Innovative Research Award Published on 27/03/202627/03/2026 by Architecture Engineers Prof. Dr. William Braham | Climate-Responsive Architecture | Innovative Research Award Professor | University of Pennsylvania | United States William W. Braham is a distinguished scholar at the University of Pennsylvania’s Stuart Weitzman School of Design, specializing in environmental building design, energy systems, and climate-responsive architecture. He has authored 63 publications, 1,106 citations and an h-index of 13, reflecting sustained academic impact. His research integrates bioclimatic design, HVAC performance analysis, and carbon footprint assessment, addressing the global climate emergency through innovative design strategies. With extensive collaboration across 69 co-authors, his work bridges academia and practice. Braham’s contributions significantly influence sustainable architecture, advancing energy-efficient built environments and promoting low-carbon solutions with broad societal and environmental benefits. Citation Metrics (Scopus) 1106 800 600 300 0 Citations 1,106 Documents 63 h-index 13 Citations Documents h-index View Scopus Profile View Google Scholar Profile Featured Publications Measuring the right factors: A review of variables and models for thermal comfort and indoor air quality – Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 2021 | Citations: 275 Re (De) fining net zero energy: renewable emergy balance in environmental building design – Building and Environment, 2012 | Citations: 167 The feasibility and importance of considering climate change impacts in building retrofit analysis – Applied Energy, 2019 | Citations: 163 Rethinking technology: a reader in architectural theory – Routledge, 2006 | Citations: 127 An integrated energy–emergy approach to building form optimization: Use of EnergyPlus, emergy analysis and Taguchi-regression method – Building and Environment, 2015 | Citations: 97
Hamza Ahmad | Materials and Technology in Architecture | Research Excellence Award Published on 27/03/202627/03/2026 by Architecture Engineers Dr. Hamza Ahmad | Materials and Technology in Architecture | Research Excellence Award Zhengzhou University | China Dr. Ahmad Hamza is a researcher affiliated with Zhengzhou University, China, specializing in computational materials science and environmental engineering applications. His work focuses on first-principles design of advanced nanomaterials, particularly for gas sensing and sustainable technologies. He has authored 7 indexed publications, receiving 48 citations, with an h-index of 4, reflecting emerging scholarly impact. His research demonstrates strong interdisciplinary collaboration, with 19 co-authors across related domains. Notably, his studies on selective detection of SF₆ decomposition gases contribute to environmental monitoring and industrial safety. His work supports the development of efficient, sustainable solutions for addressing global environmental challenges. Citation Metrics (Scopus) 48 36 24 12 0 Citations 48 Documents 7 h-index 4 Citations Documents h-index View Scopus Profile View ORCID Profile View Google Scholar Profile Featured Publications Adsorption and sensing SF₆ decomposed gases (SO₂, SO₂F₂, SOF₂, H₂S, and HF) on Ti and Co decorated B₄CN₃ monolayer: A DFT study – Materials Today Communications, 2024 | Citations: 25 Adsorption and work function type sensing of SF₆ decompositions (SO₂, SOF₂, SO₂F₂, H₂S and HF) based on Fe and Cu decorated B₄CN₃ monolayer: A first-principles study – Chemical Physics, 2025 | Citations: 16 DFT study on the adsorption and sensing of SF₆ byproducts (SO₂F₂, SO₂, SOF₂, H₂S, and HF) using Sc and Ti decorated BC₆N monolayers – Diamond and Related Materials, 2025 | Citations: 12 First-principles investigation of Sc and Ti-decorated hBN monolayers as adsorbents and gas sensors for SF₆ decomposition products – Chemical Physics, 2025 | Citations: 6 Detection of SF₆ breakdown gases (SOF₂, SO₂, SO₂F₂, H₂S, HF) by Cu- and Ag-decorated BC₂N: A first-principles DFT study – Solid State Communications, 2025 | Citations: 3
Muhammad Usman Shahid | Construction Management | Best Construction Management Research Award Published on 20/03/202620/03/2026 by Architecture Engineers Dr. Muhammad Usman Shahid | Construction Management | Best Construction Management Research Award Doctor | NFC-Institiute of Engineering and Fertilizer Research (IEFR), Faisalaba | Pakistan Dr. Muhammad Usman Shahid is an emerging researcher in construction engineering and management, with a strong focus on sustainable construction practices, circular economy integration, and construction waste minimization. His scholarly contributions span high-impact journals, including Scientific Reports and Sustainability, reflecting rigorous application of advanced decision-making tools such as fuzzy DEMATEL and stakeholder-based analyses. With 67 citations, an h-index of 3, and an i10-index of 1, his work demonstrates growing academic influence in addressing critical challenges in the construction sector, particularly in developing economies. His research emphasizes policy development, waste quantification, and Building Information Modeling (BIM) implementation to enhance efficiency and sustainability. In addition to journal publications, he has actively contributed to international conferences, advancing discourse on circular economy and project management practices. His academic role further supports research dissemination and capacity building in construction management and engineering systems. Citation Metrics (Scopus) 80 60 40 20 0 67 Citations 3 h-index 1 i10-index Citations h-index i10-index View Google Scholar Profile Featured Research Publications Analyzing Barriers to Construction Waste Minimization and Circular Economy Culture Using Fuzzy DEMATEL Scientific Reports, 2025 Enablers and Policy Framework for Construction Waste Minimization under Circular Economy: Stakeholder Perspectives Sustainability, 2025 Quantification and Benchmarking of Construction Waste and Its Impact on Cost: A Case of Pakistan Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 2023 Barriers, Potential Use, Competitiveness, and Implementation Framework of BIM in Pakistan Jordan Journal of Civil Engineering, 2025 An Insight into the Enablers for Waste Management Culture in the Construction Sector Engineering Proceedings, 2024
Bih-Chuan Lin | Green Building and LEED Design | Excellence in Sustainable Architecture Award Published on 16/03/202623/03/2026 by Architecture Engineers Assist. Prof. Dr. Bih-Chuan Lin | Green Building and LEED Design | Excellence in Sustainable Architecture Award Assistant Professor | Da-Yeh University | Taiwan Dr. Bih-Chuan Lin is an Assistant Professor at Da-Yeh University, Taiwan, specializing in sustainable architecture, environmental planning, and disaster resilience. With interdisciplinary academic training and experience, he has led and contributed to research and consultancy projects on community-based disaster management, resilient development, and climate adaptation, including national-level initiatives. His research focuses on adaptive capacity frameworks, human–environment interaction, and sustainable architectural design, with publications in reputable SCIE and Scopus-indexed journals such as Natural Hazards and International Journal of Disaster Risk Reduction. He actively contributes to the academic community as a reviewer and editorial participant for numerous international journals and engages in global research collaborations. His professional involvement in international research networks and contributions to advancing resilience-oriented architectural practices highlight his recognition as a dedicated researcher and emerging leader in his field. His research impact includes 80 citations, 6 publications, and an h-index of 5. Citation Metrics (Scopus) 100 80 60 40 20 0 Citations 80 Documents 6 h-index 5 Citations Documents h-index View Scopus Profile View Google Scholar Profile View ORCID Profile Featured Publications Constructing an adaptability evaluation framework for community-based disaster management using an earthquake event – International journal of disaster risk reduction Conducting an adaptive evaluation framework of importance and performance for community-based earthquake disaster management – Natural Hazards Enhancing community-based earthquake disaster management: resident preferences and adaptive capacity for resilience – Geomatics, Natural Hazards and Risk Assessing the efficacy of adaptive capacity-building strategies in earthquake-prone communities – Geomatics, Natural Hazards and Risk Enhancing resilience in isolated island communities: a disaster adaptation framework using importance-performance analysis – Natural Hazards