Ali Kemal Özcan | Energy-Efficient Architecture | Research Excellence Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ali Kemal Özcan | Energy-Efficient Architecture | Research Excellence Award

Assistant Professor | Hasan Kalyoncu University | Turkey

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ali Kemal Özcan is an Assistant Professor at Hasan Kalyoncu University, specializing in renewable energy systems, thermodynamics, and heat transfer. He has led and contributed to research on concentrated solar energy systems, solar furnaces, and thermal energy storage, with experimental, numerical, and analytical studies on metal melting and phase change materials. His work appears in indexed international journals and conferences, and he holds a patent in solar energy technologies. His research impact includes 9 citations, 2 publications, and an h-index of 1.

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Trabzon Koşullarında Güneş Radyasyonu ile Alüminyum Ergitme

– 5th International Symposium on Innovative Technologies in Engineering and Science 29-30 September 2017 (ISITES2017 Baku-Azerbaijan)

Melting of Aluminium by Solar Radiation in Trabzon Conditions

– 5th International Symposium on Innovative Technologies in Engineering and ScienceAt: Bakü, Azerbaycan

Wenfeng Du | AI and Automation in Architecture | Best Structural Systems Research Award

Prof. Dr. Wenfeng Du | AI and Automation in Architecture | Best Structural Systems Research Award

Chairman | Henan University | China

Professor Wenfeng Du is a PhD-qualified Professor at Henan University and a National First Class Registered Structural Engineer specializing in structural and spatial engineering. He serves as Distinguished Professor and Director of key research institutes, leading major projects in steel structures, topology optimization, additive manufacturing, and intelligent structural systems. His research contributions include high-impact publications on form finding, seismic performance, generative design, and deep learning–based structural innovation, supported by extensive patents and academic books. He has received numerous provincial and national honors, holds editorial and professional society leadership roles, and demonstrates strong research impact with 998 citations, 88 publications, and an h-index of 15.

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Smruti Raghani | Architecture and Human Psychology | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Smruti Raghani | Architecture and Human Psychology | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | Symbiosis International (Deemed University) | India

Smruti Puranik-Raghani is an Assistant Professor at Symbiosis Institute of Design, Pune, and a practicing architect with extensive experience across academia and professional practice in architecture and interior design. She has led academic studios, curriculum development, and diverse projects in residential, commercial, institutional, healthcare, and hospitality sectors. Her research centers on contemplative and spiritual architecture, barrier-free and human-centric design, sensory environments, and architectural pedagogy, reflected in multiple peer-reviewed publications and scholarly contributions. She has received project and mentorship recognitions, completed specialized professional certifications, and holds active professional memberships. Her research impact includes 8 citations, 8 publications, and an h-index of 2.

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Nihan AKIN SÖNMEZ | Materials and Technology in Architecture | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Dr. Nihan AKIN SÖNMEZ | Materials and Technology in Architecture | Research Excellence Award

Professor | Gazi University | Turkey

Prof. Dr. Nihan Akın Sönmez is a Professor of Photonics at Gazi University, with expertise in optics and photonics, optoelectronic materials and devices, thin films, sensors, and renewable energy systems. She has held senior academic and administrative leadership roles, led and contributed to nationally funded research projects, and supervised numerous postgraduate researchers. Her scholarly contributions include influential SCI-indexed publications on gas sensors, UV photodetectors, and advanced solar cell technologies, alongside active service as a reviewer and editor in the scientific community, earning recognized academic honors. Her research impact includes 574 citations, 25 publications, and an h-index of 15.

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Md. Shamim Ahsan | Smart Cities and Architecture | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Dr. Md. Shamim Ahsan | Smart Cities and Architecture | Research Excellence Award

Professor | Khulna University | Bangladesh

Professor Dr. Md. Shamim Ahsan is a Professor of Electronics and Communication Engineering at Khulna University and Treasurer of Pabna University of Science and Technology, with expertise in laser processing of materials, photonics, optical communications, and mechatronics. He has extensive academic and administrative experience, leading funded research projects, supervising graduate researchers, and contributing to institutional leadership. His research focuses on femtosecond laser micro/nano-fabrication, photonic devices, optical networks, and autonomous systems, resulting in highly cited publications in leading journals. He serves as a guest editor and reviewer for renowned international journals and conferences, with a research impact of 996 citations across 805 documents, 80 publications, and an h-index of 16.

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Mohsen Nazoktabar | Energy-Efficient Architecture | Excellence in Research Award

Mr. Mohsen Nazoktabar | Energy-Efficient Architecture | Excellence in Research Award

Faculty Member | Islamic Azad University | Iran

Mohsen Nazoktabar is a senior mechanical engineer and academic specializing in energy conversion and internal combustion engine technologies, affiliated with leading automotive and engineering organizations and higher education institutions. He has extensive professional experience in engine and vehicle design, system validation, intelligent cooling systems, and national powertrain development projects, with leadership roles in industrial research and engineering management. His research focuses on HCCI combustion control, multi-zone thermodynamic modeling, heat transfer, energy and exergy analysis, and thermal systems optimization, resulting in widely cited publications in high-impact international journals. He is recognized for his contributions to applied engineering research, industry–academia collaboration, and professional training within the energy and mechanical engineering community. His research impact includes 142 citations, 8 publications, and an h-index of 6.

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Samrat Poudel | Structural Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Mr. Samrat Poudel | Structural Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Assistant Professor | Tribhuvan University Institute of Engineering Paschimanchal Campus | Nepal

Samrat Poudel is an Assistant Professor of Structural Engineering at the Institute of Engineering, Tribhuvan University, and a practicing structural engineer with expertise in earthquake engineering, sustainable concrete materials, and structural performance assessment. His professional experience spans academia, government service, and consultancy, involving leadership roles in the analysis, design, supervision, and management of building and bridge projects, alongside mentoring students and leading community-oriented engineering initiatives. His research focuses on fiber-reinforced and recycled aggregate concrete, bio-based admixtures, seismic analysis, finite element modeling, and bridge management systems, with publications in reputable international journals and conferences that contribute to resilient and sustainable infrastructure development. He is a life member of national professional engineering bodies and a recipient of prestigious national academic honors recognizing excellence in engineering scholarship. His research impact includes 4 citations, 3 indexed publications, and an h-index of 1.

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Faiq Said | Energy-Efficient Architecture | Research Excellence Award

 

Mr. Faiq Said | Energy-Efficient Architecture | Research Excellence Award

Lab Engineer | University of Engineering and Technology | Pakistan

Faiq Said is a Lab Engineer at the University of Engineering and Technology Mardan, specializing in mechanical engineering design with expertise in combustion systems, thermal performance enhancement, CFD, and experimental mechanics. His professional experience includes roles as Mechanical Design Engineer, Junior Executive Workshop Engineer, and Teaching Assistant, contributing to engineering design projects, laboratory instruction, and multidisciplinary research initiatives. He has led and collaborated on projects involving gas geyser combustion optimization, thermoelectric cooling systems, UAV engine exhaust design, solar thermal systems, and CFD-based thermal analysis, resulting in peer-reviewed publications, a patent submission, and conference contributions. His academic excellence is reflected through merit-based national scholarships, a mechanical quality control and assurance diploma, and multiple technical certifications. His research impact includes 1 citation, an h-index of 1.

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Abdulkhalik Jabbar Abdulridha | Structural Systems in Architecture | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Abdulkhalik Jabbar Abdulridha | Structural Systems in Architecture | Research Excellence Award

Professor | Al-Nahrain University | Iraq

Prof. Abdulkhalik Jabbar Abdulridha is a Professor of Structural Engineering in the Civil Engineering Department at Al-Nahrain University, where he has served in progressive academic and engineering roles and contributed extensively to teaching, research, and departmental leadership. His expertise centers on reinforced concrete structures, structural strengthening, finite element modeling, and the behavior of structural systems under monotonic, cyclic, and repeated loading. He has led numerous analytical and experimental projects involving CFRP-strengthened reinforced concrete members, deep beams with web openings, RC slabs and columns, and multi-story steel and concrete structural systems, producing a substantial body of peer-reviewed publications in reputable international journals and conference series. His scholarly contributions include influential studies on cyclic behavior, strengthening techniques, and advanced numerical modeling, supporting innovation in structural safety and rehabilitation. Prof. Abdulridha has been recognized through multiple formal commendations from national higher-education authorities, university leadership, and academic deans for his academic excellence and service contributions, and he is an active member of the Iraqi Union of Engineers. His research impact includes 101 citations, 21 publications, and an h-index of 8.

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Fereidoon Moghadas Nejad | Resilient Infrastructure | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Fereidoon Moghadas Nejad | Resilient Infrastructure | Best Researcher Award

Professor | Amirkabir University of Technology | Iran

Prof. Fereidoon Moghadas Nejad is a Distinguished Professor and Head of the Transportation Division at Amirkabir University of Technology, recognized for his expertise in pavement engineering, transportation infrastructure, and computational methods in civil engineering. With extensive academic and leadership experience, he has contributed to major research initiatives involving pavement materials testing, soil reinforcement, recycling technologies, rehabilitation strategies, image-based evaluation, automation, and advanced numerical approaches in pavement and railway systems. He has produced a substantial body of scholarly work, including numerous refereed journal articles, international conference papers, books, book chapters, and an extensive portfolio of national and international patents, demonstrating his influential role in advancing the field. His professional service includes chairing scientific committees for national conferences in bitumen and asphalt and supporting the development of high-impact research communities. Widely recognized for his scientific impact, he has received multiple national and institutional honors for distinguished research and contributions to transportation engineering. His research influence is further demonstrated by 7,576 citations, 230 publications, and an h-index of 47.

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