Zain Ijaz | Resilient Infrastructure | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Zain Ijaz | Resilient Infrastructure | Best Researcher Award

Post Doctorate Researcher | Tongji University | China

Zain Ijaz is a Postdoctoral Researcher in Civil Engineering at Tongji University, specializing in geotechnical engineering with a strong focus on sustainable and resilient infrastructure. He has extensive professional experience as a laboratory engineer and lecturer, contributing to teaching, supervision, and applied geotechnical testing while supporting academic leadership and research initiatives. His research centers on soil behavior, ground improvement, geospatial modeling, rock mechanics, and machine learning–driven prediction of geotechnical parameters, with substantial contributions through high-impact journal publications, conference papers, and a scholarly book chapter. He actively collaborates with leading international institutions and serves as a peer reviewer for reputed scientific journals. His academic excellence has been recognized through competitive research scholarships, merit-based distinctions, and recognition among top doctoral researchers, and his research impact includes 1,055 citations 29 publications, and an h-index of 17.

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Zhenmin Ding | 3D Printing in Construction | Excellence in Research Award

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Dr. Zhenmin Ding | 3D Printing in Construction | Excellence in Research Award

Assistant Researcher | Liaoning Academy of Materials | China

Zhenmin Ding is an Associate Researcher at the Institute of Structured and Architected Materials, Liaoning Academy of Materials, with expertise in bioinspired micro/nano optothermal and functional nanomaterials. Trained in chemical engineering, he contributes to the Human–Machine Physical Interface Materials research program and plays an active role in research projects on radiative cooling, Janus-structured materials, and precise spectral regulation. His research focuses on biomimetic photothermal control, flexible functional membranes, and advanced sensing and energy-harvesting materials, with peer-reviewed publications and granted invention patents demonstrating applied innovation. He has participated in international collaborative research activities and contributes to materials design and performance optimization. His academic excellence and innovation capacity have been recognized through competitive awards and institutional honors. His current research impact includes 1 citation, 2 publications, and an h-index of 1.

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Monika Żubrowska-Sudoł | Environmental Design | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Monika Żubrowska-Sudoł | Environmental Design | Research Excellence Award

Professor | Warsaw University of Technology | Poland

Monika Żubrowska-Sudol is a Professor at the Faculty of Environmental Engineering, Warsaw University of Technology, specializing in water and wastewater treatment, biotechnology in environmental protection, bioprocesses for renewable energy recovery, and circular economy. She has extensive professional experience, having served as Assistant and Associate Professor, led numerous national and international research projects, and managed consortia focused on innovative wastewater treatment technologies, nutrient recovery, and water reuse systems. Her research has resulted in over 100 peer-reviewed publications, multiple patents, and significant contributions to scientific conferences and expert reports. Recognized for her leadership in the field, she has served as a reviewer for numerous high-impact journals, participated in program committees for international conferences, and received awards for her academic achievements. Her work bridges advanced biotechnological processes with sustainable water management and environmental protection. Her research impact includes 654 citations, 57 publications, and an h-index of 14.

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Deividi Maurente-Silva | Concrete Technology | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Deividi Maurente-Silva | Concrete Technology | Best Researcher Award

Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul | Brazil

Mr. Deividi Maurente-Silva is a PhD candidate in Civil Engineering at the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, specializing in concrete technology, environmentally friendly cementitious materials, and biologically driven self-healing systems. His academic path builds on a strong foundation in materials science and civil engineering, supported by research roles that explore sustainable innovations for cement-based matrices. He has contributed to national collaborative projects involving multiple universities focused on optimizing healing agents and advancing self-healing concrete alternatives, and he has developed patented apparatus technology for standardized cracking procedures. His research spans autogenous and biologically induced healing mechanisms, calcium-based stimuli, and advanced characterization techniques, reflected in publications in journals such as Construction and Building Materials, Materials, Materia, and Ambiente Construído. Alongside his scholarly work, he has engaged in consultancy-aligned initiatives targeting performance improvement in sustainable cement composites. His professional profile is strengthened by participation in research networks, contributions to interdisciplinary groups, and involvement in academic development activities, supported by measurable research impact that includes 6 citations, 2 publications, and an h-index of 1.

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1. Deividi Maurente-Silva, Joao Vitor Bitencourt Borowski, Angela Borges Masuero, Denise Carpena Coitinho Dal Molin, Quantifying the self-healing phenomenon in cement-based materials: Insights from ultrasound tests and optical microscopy. Constr. Build. Mater., 2025, 143899.

2. Deividi Gomes Maurente-Silva, Joao Vitor Bitencourt Borowski, Vanessa Giaretton Cappellesso, Marilene Henning Vainstein, Angela Borges Masuero, Denise Carpena Coitinho Dal Molin, Effect of exposure environment and calcium source on the biologically induced self-healing phenomenon in a cement-based material. Buildings, 2024, 14, 3782.

3. Janaine Fernanda Gaelzer Timm, Roberta Picanco Casarin, Deividi Maurente Gomes da Silva, Gustavo Bridi Bellaver, Daniel Tregnago Pagnussat, Daniela Dietz Viana, Proposta de ferramenta para diagnóstico do grau de inovacao percebido em empresas do ambiente construído. Ambiente Construído, 2023, 23, 00660.

4. Deividi Maurente Gomes da Silva, Vanessa Giaretton Cappellesso, Maurício Germano Lopes Garcia, Angela Borges Masuero, Denise Carpena Coitinho Dal Molin, Calcium hydroxide influence in autogenous self-healing of cement-based materials in various environmental conditions. Ambiente Construído, 2021, 21, 00522.

Deividi Maurente-Silva’s work advances sustainable construction by developing self-healing cement-based materials that reduce maintenance demands and extend the lifespan of infrastructure. His research strengthens scientific understanding of healing mechanisms while offering practical pathways for greener, longer-lasting building systems. His vision is to integrate biotechnology and materials engineering to create resilient, low-carbon solutions for the global built environment.

Lesiba George Mollo | Building Energy Efficiency | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Lesiba George Mollo | Building Energy Efficiency | Best Researcher Award

Senior Lecturer | Central University of Technology | South Africa

Dr. Lesiba George Mollo is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Built Environment at the Central University of Technology, Free State, South Africa, specializing in construction management and construction health and safety. He holds a PhD in Construction Management from Nelson Mandela University, where his research focused on reducing human failures in construction through the Training-Within-Industry (TWI) method. He also earned an MTech in Quantity Surveying (Cum Laude), a BTech in Quantity Surveying, and a National Diploma in Building, complemented by professional certifications in project and safety management. Dr. Mollo’s professional journey spans academic leadership as Acting Head of Department, Deputy Research Dean, and Research Chair, as well as practical roles with leading construction firms managing infrastructure, housing, and public works projects. His research expertise encompasses construction safety management, wearable sensing devices, 360° video technology for behavioral monitoring, and energy-efficient building technologies. He has published over forty scholarly outputs, including peer-reviewed journal articles, book chapters, and the authored volume Training-Within-Industry Job Programs for Improved Construction Safety (Routledge). Dr. Mollo actively contributes to academic development through postgraduate supervision, conference organization, and peer reviewing for international journals. He has received recognition for academic excellence, including the MTech Best Performance Award from Nelson Mandela University, and holds memberships in the South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) and the Association of South African Quantity Surveyors (ASAQS). He has 35 citations, 14 publications, and an h-index of 3.

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1. Mollo, L. G. (2025). Evaluating the use of 360° video technology to monitor workers’ unsafe behaviour in the construction industry. In International Civil Engineering and Architecture Conference (pp. 685–693). Springer Nature Singapore.

2. Mollo, L. G., & Chomey, T. (2025). An analysis of barriers to the implementation of energy-efficient technologies in residential buildings: A quantitative approach. Buildings, 15(19), 3520.

3. Mtetwa, S. I., Mollo, L. G., & Emuze, F. (2024). Wearable sensing devices for better monitoring of health, safety, and wellbeing in construction. In Handbook of Drivers of Continuous Improvement in Construction Health, Safety, and Wellbeing (pp. 59–68). Routledge.

4. Mollo, L. G. (2024). Using wearable technologies to minimise occupational illnesses among construction workers. Proceedings of the Institution of Civil Engineers – Forensic Engineering, 177(2), 64–71.

5. Mollo, L. G., Emuze, F., & Smallwood, J. (2023). Causes of human failure on construction sites. In Training-Within-Industry Job Programs for Improved Construction Safety (pp. 13–27). Routledge.

MARUF AHMAD | Urban Planning | Excellence in Research Award

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Mr. MARUF AHMAD | Urban Planning | Excellence in Research Award

MARUF AHMAD | Xi’an Jiaotong University | China

Dr. Maruf Ahmad serves as an Assistant Director at the Rural Development Academy (RDA), Bogura, currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration at Xi’an Jiaotong University, China, under the Chinese Government Scholarship. He holds an MPhil and Master’s in Public Administration from the University of Dhaka, specializing in public sector governance, public-private partnerships (PPP), and rural development policy. With extensive professional experience in research, training, and project management at RDA, he has coordinated development initiatives focused on poverty reduction, local governance, and gender inclusion. His research explores governance, sustainable development, and urban resilience, contributing to leading journals such as Sustainable Development, Evaluation and Program Planning, Heliyon, and the American Journal of Health Promotion. Dr. Ahmad has authored a research book and several book chapters on rural development and policy innovation. His academic excellence has been recognized with the Best Poster Presentation Award at the XJTLU-UoL-XJTU Postgraduate Research Symposium. In addition to his scholarly work, he serves as a reviewer for prestigious journals including Heliyon, Journal of Planning Education and Research, and American Journal of Health Promotion. A lifelong member of professional organizations and a certified trainer in public service innovation, Dr. Ahmad exemplifies academic leadership and commitment to sustainable rural transformation. He has 3 published documents with 4 citations and an h-index of 2.

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1. Ahmad M., Du J., Rashid M.J., Urban Green Space and Mental Health: Mediating Roles of Physical Activity and Social Cohesion. Am. J. Health Promot., 2025, 10.1177/08901171251388878.

2. Ahmad M., Du J., Unlocking Financial Potential for Urban Nature‐Based Solutions: A PRISMA‐Based Systematic Review. Sustain. Dev., 2025, 10.1002/sd.70243.

3. Ahmad M., Ferdous J., Effectiveness of Emergency Food Assistance Programs during COVID-19 at Union Parishad: Mediating Role of Political Neutrality. Eval. Program Plann., 2025, 111, 102566, 10.1016/j.evalprogplan.2025.102566.

4. Sifullah M.K., Sohel M.S., Hossain Sarker M.F., Islam M., Ahmad M., Mapping Out the Vulnerabilities of Migrant Women in the Informal Sector: A Qualitative Investigation in Dhaka City. Heliyon, 2023, 9(10), e20950, 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e20950.

5. Ahmad M., Financial Autonomy of Union Parishad: A Study of Model Union Parishad. Bangladesh Rural Dev. Stud., 2021, 24(1), 61–72.

Syed Mustakim | Building Construction Technology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Syed Mustakim | Building Construction Technology | Best Researcher Award

Senior Technical Officer | CSIR Institute Of Minerals And Materials Technology | India

Dr. Syed Mohammed Mustakim, Senior Technical Officer at the CSIR-Institute of Minerals & Materials Technology, Bhubaneswar, under the Department of Scientific & Industrial Research, Government of India, is a distinguished expert in the utilization of industrial and mining wastes for sustainable cementitious and building materials. He holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry from KIIT University, a PG Diploma in Cement Technology from NCCBM, a PG Diploma in Intellectual Property Rights from IGNOU, and an MBA in Marketing Management from Jaipur National University. With over two decades of professional experience across leading research institutions and industries, Dr. Mustakim has spearheaded pioneering projects on waste-to-wealth technologies, geopolymer composites, and eco-friendly construction materials, leading to multiple licensed technologies, patents, and collaborations with major industries. He has authored over 25 peer-reviewed publications, 10 book chapters, and numerous conference papers, and has made significant contributions as a Ph.D. supervisor and examiner. His leadership extends to organizing international seminars, technology transfer initiatives, and serving on key institutional committees. Recognized for his impactful research, he has received several prestigious honors including multiple Best Paper Awards at international conferences, the Indian Concrete Journal Best Paper Award, and recognition at Tata Steel’s MaterialNEXT competition. He also serves as a reviewer for leading journals and has delivered invited talks at national forums. His outstanding career reflects a deep commitment to advancing sustainable materials science, industry collaboration, and innovative solutions for environmental challenges 933 citations, 35 publications, h-index 14.

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1. Krishna R.S., Boopathy R., Mishra S., Rawat S., Sethy N., Qureshi T.S., Mustakim S.M. Impact of high-temperature exposure on the thermal and physio-mechanical performance of graphene-reinforced geopolymer composites. Constr. Build. Mater., 2025, 489, 142285.

2. Tripathi A.K., Das S.K., Kandi S.K., Rajput P., Mustakim S.M. Integrated management of ferrochrome slag: Metal recovery, Cr(VI) stabilization, and sustainable reuse in construction materials. J. Environ. Manag., 2025, 390, 126268.

3. Krishna R.S., Durga Prasad V., Sethy N., Panda B., Boopathy R., Rawat S., Mustakim S.M., Qureshi T.S. Investigation on in-situ geopolymer coatings: A comparative analysis of lycopodium powder and polydimethylsiloxane as functional additives. Struct. Concr., 2025, 26(3), 2704–2725.