Prof. Dr. Lindiwe Khotseng | Sustainable Energy | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Lindiwe Khotseng | Sustainable Energy| Best Researcher Award

Professor | University of the Western Cape | South Africa

Prof. Dr. Lindiwe Khotseng is a distinguished materials chemist and researcher whose work centers on nanomaterials for energy storage, fuel cells, and sustainable energy technologies. Serving as a Full Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of the Western Cape, within the Faculty of Natural Science, they have made significant contributions to the fields of electrocatalysis, electrochemistry, and photoelectrochemistry, with a strong focus on converting biomass into bioenergy and developing advanced nanocatalysts for green technologies. Their academic journey has been marked by leadership roles, including tenure as Managing Director and Research Officer at the ESKOM Centre for Electrocatalytic Research, under the South African Institute for Advanced Materials Chemistry (SAIAMC), where they spearheaded pioneering work in energy conversion and materials innovation. Their research portfolio spans extensive collaborations and funded projects addressing waste valorization, sustainable fuel cell development, and catalytic transformation of biomass into valuable fuels and chemicals. With expertise bridging surface science, heterogeneous catalysis, and advanced oxidation processes, they have developed cutting-edge materials that enhance energy efficiency and environmental sustainability. As a grant holder and co-principal investigator in multiple national and international initiatives, including Erasmus+, NRF, and BRICS consortiums, they have championed interdisciplinary research integrating chemistry, materials science, and renewable energy. Their impactful work on nanostructured materials, polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cells, and sodium-based energy storage systems continues to drive advancements in clean energy research and sustainable chemical processes, positioning them as a leading figure in materials innovation and renewable energy transformation.

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Victor Belyaev| Renewable Energy | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Victor Belyaev| Renewable Energy | Best Researcher Award

Mining Univercity | Russia

Victor Belyaev is an accomplished academic and researcher whose career reflects a lifetime of dedication to mathematics, mechanics, and theoretical cybernetics, he received his education at Saint Petersburg State University where he specialized in the Faculty of Mathematics and Mechanics within the Department of Theoretical Cybernetics, his deep theoretical foundation led him to a long and distinguished professional journey at Saint Petersburg Mining University where he served as Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Computer Technology and later advanced to the role of Associate Professor in the Department of Digital Modeling, throughout his career he contributed to the academic development of generations of students by integrating mathematical rigor with practical computing knowledge, his work has consistently bridged theoretical principles with applied digital solutions, enabling the growth of computational approaches in engineering, modeling, and cybernetic systems, his teaching philosophy has been grounded in clarity, precision, and adaptability, qualities that have made him a respected mentor within the university community, his research interests align with digital modeling, systems design, computational frameworks, and the practical applications of theoretical computer science, drawing from his solid background in mathematics and mechanics he has guided students and colleagues in exploring the intersections between computational logic, mathematical optimization, and real-world problem solving, his expertise spans advanced computer technologies, cybernetic structures, algorithmic methods, and digital simulations that form the backbone of modern computing education, beyond his teaching and research he has also contributed to academic administration and curriculum development, ensuring that programs remain relevant to evolving technological landscapes, his long tenure at the university highlights not only professional excellence but also a remarkable ability to adapt to the transformations in computing from traditional systems to modern digital infrastructures, his legacy is characterized by intellectual commitment, academic mentorship, and impactful research contributions, positioning him as a highly respected figure in the academic landscape of computer science, digital modeling, and theoretical cybernetics.

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Nevskaya, M., Belyaev, V., Aleshichev, S., Vinogradova, V., & Shagidulina, D. (2025). Data systematization and preliminary analysis of accidental oil and petroleum product spills in the Russian Arctic and Far North. Resources, 14(9), 147.

Nevskaya, M. A., Belyaev, V. V., Pasternak, S. N., Vinogradova, V. V., & Shagidulina, D. I. (2024). Accidental oil spills in the Arctic: An assessment of potential soil damage. Север и рынок: формирование экономического порядка, 3(85), 101–112.

Romanchikov, A. Y., Baltyzhakova, T. I., & Belyaev, V. V. (2024). Evaluation of public land transport accessibility in St. Petersburg, Russia, using a geospatial approach. Geodesy and Cartography, 100(3), 43–51.

Nevskaya, M. A., Raikhlin, S. M., Vinogradova, V. V., Belyaev, V. V., & Khaikin, M. M. (2023). A study of factors affecting national energy efficiency. Energies, 16(13), 5170.

Kozhubaev, Y., Belyaev, V., Murashov, Y., & Prokofev, O. (2023). Controlling of unmanned underwater vehicles using the dynamic planning of symmetric trajectory based on machine learning for marine resources exploration. Symmetry, 15(9), 1783.

Kozhubaev, Y., Belyaev, V., Korobitcyna, M., Zhiligotov, R., & Yiming, Y. (2023). Design of smart input devices. E3S Web of Conferences, 389, 05041.

Musta, L. G., Zhurov, G. N., & Belyaev, V. V. (2019). Modeling of a solar radiation flow on an inclined arbitrarily oriented surface. Journal of Physics: Conference Series, 1333(3), 032054.

Kovyazin, V., Belyaev, V., Pasko, O., & Romanchikov, A. (2014). Taxation indices of forest stand as the basis for cadastral valuation of forestlands. IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science, 21(1), 012026.

Romanchikov, A., Kovyazin, V., & Belyaev, V. (2014). Use of forest inventory data as a new method for cadastral valuation of forestlands in North-West Russia. Forestry Studies, 61(1), 39–47.

MAbdelhakim Hassabou | Renewable Energy | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. MAbdelhakim Hassabou | Renewable Energy | Best Researcher Award

Cambridge Corporate University | Switzerland

Hassabou, Professor and Dean of Postgraduate Studies in Renewable Energy at CCU, Switzerland, recognized for pioneering contributions in solar desalination technologies, renewable energy management, integrated polygeneration systems, and sustainable energy-water nexus innovations, has an academic foundation spanning mechanical power engineering, environmental engineering sciences, and advanced energy research, with a distinguished doctoral achievement from Technische Universität München focusing on experimental and numerical analysis of PCM-supported humidification–dehumidification solar desalination systems, and earlier academic excellence from Ain Shams University and Cairo University, building expertise in solar still performance, environmental systems, and power engineering, his professional journey encompasses impactful research roles at the Strategic Research Unit in Egypt, the Solar Research Center at the Institute of Thermodynamics in Germany, the Qatar Environment & Energy Research Institute, and leadership at CCU Switzerland where he has directed postgraduate renewable energy programs, developed solar thermal and photovoltaic applications, solar cooling and heating, concentrated solar power, energy storage systems, waste-to-energy and waste-to-water technologies, and industrial-scale renewable energy projects, his scientific excellence has been recognized with numerous international awards including prestigious sustainability prizes, certificates of appreciation from leading institutions, and major recognition for the patented self-sustainable district cooling and desalination system, his thought leadership is evidenced through keynote addresses, plenary talks, and invited lectures across global forums in Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and South America, covering solar hybrid photovoltaic-thermal systems, green hydrogen, seawater desalination, district cooling, climate change mitigation, and integrated energy systems, with strong contributions to academia, industry, and innovation linking advanced experimental and computational analysis of heat and mass transfer with real-world deployment, entrepreneurial vision, and strategic policy planning for future energy and water security.

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Author(s). (2022). Simulation of phase change material absorbers for passive cooling of solar systems. Energies.

Haoting Li | Geoenergy | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Haoting Li | Geoenergy | Best Researcher Award

Dr,Shenyang University of Chemical Technology, China

Dr. Haoting Li is a Lecturer at Shenyang University of Chemical Technology, specializing in petroleum engineering, multiphase flow, and porous media research. He earned his Doctor of Engineering from Northeast Petroleum University in 2022 and was a visiting student researcher at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology. His research focuses on particle-fluid interactions, solid-liquid behavior, and advanced heat transfer mechanisms. Dr. Li has published extensively in top-tier journals, contributing to the fields of energy engineering, fluid mechanics, and sustainable technologies. He has led multiple research projects funded by Liaoning Province and has received prestigious awards, including the Outstanding Paper Award for Young Scholars and the China Petroleum Science Top Ten Paper Award. With a strong background in computational fluid dynamics and experimental analysis, he continues to make significant advancements in petroleum engineering and environmental technologies.

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Education 🎓

Doctor of Engineering (2019-2022) – Northeast Petroleum University, specializing in Oil and Gas Engineering. Visiting Student Researcher (2021-2022) – Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, focusing on Civil and Environmental Engineering. Master of Engineering (2016-2019) – Northeast Petroleum University, majoring in Oil and Gas Storage and Transportation. Bachelor of Engineering (2012-2016) – Northeast Petroleum University, with a specialization in Oil and Gas Storage and Transportation. Dr. Li’s academic journey reflects a strong foundation in petroleum and energy engineering. His doctoral research emphasized particle multiphase flow in porous media, while his international exposure at KAIST broadened his expertise in advanced fluid mechanics and environmental engineering applications. His research contributions integrate theoretical analysis and computational simulations for enhancing energy efficiency in petroleum processes.

Professional Experience 💼

Lecturer (2023 – Present) – Shenyang University of Chemical Technology, School of Mechanical and Power Engineering. Conducts research on particle multiphase flow, heat transfer, and porous media applications. Guides students in advanced computational simulations using CFD-DEM methodologies. Research Engineer (2021-2022) – Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology. Investigated solid-liquid interactions in environmental and petroleum applications. Developed novel simulation models for multiphase fluid flow and energy efficiency. Researcher (2019-2022) – Northeast Petroleum University. Focused on complex fluid flow behavior in petroleum reservoirs. Published high-impact papers in fluid mechanics and energy engineering.

Awards and Honors 🏅

Outstanding Paper Award of Young Scholar Chen Xuejun (2021) 🏆 – Recognized by the Multiphase Flow Special Committee of the Chinese Society of Engineering Thermophysics for exceptional research in multiphase flow modeling. China Petroleum Science Top Ten Paper Award (2020) 🏅 – Awarded by the China Petroleum and Chemical Industry Federation for significant contributions to petroleum science. Liaoning Province Research Grants (2023 & 2025) 💰 – Principal investigator for funded projects on particle multiphase flow and green energy applications. Best Research Presentation Award 🎤 – Recognized at international conferences for pioneering research in porous media and petroleum engineering.

Research Focus 🔬

Particle Multiphase Flow in Petroleum Engineering – Investigating the migration and interaction of solid particles in porous reservoirs. Solid-Liquid Interaction – Developing CFD-DEM models to analyze fluid-driven particle movement. Complex Fluid Flow & Heat Transfer – Studying fluid dynamics and heat exchange in porous media for energy efficiency. New Energy and Environmental Technologies – Exploring green extraction methods and renewable energy applications in petroleum engineering.

Publications

Simulation on detachment and migration behaviors of mineral particles induced by fluid flow in porous media based on CFD-DEM – Geoenergy Science and Engineering, 2025

Mechanism analysis and energy-saving strengthening process of separating alcohol-containing azeotrope by green mixed solvent extraction distillation – Journal of Molecular Liquids, 2025

Prediction of hydrodynamics in a liquid–solid fluidized bed using the densimetric Froude number-based drag model – Chemical Engineering Science, 2025

CFD-DEM simulation of aggregation and growth behaviors of fluid-flow-driven migrating particles in porous media – Geoenergy Science and Engineering, 2023

Flow behaviors of ellipsoidal suspended particles in porous reservoir rocks using CFD-DEM combined with multi-element particle model – Granular Matter, 2022

Simulation on flow behavior of particles and its effect on heat transfer in porous media – Journal of Petroleum Science and Engineering, 2021

Conclusion

Haoting Li is an exceptional candidate for the Best Researcher Award, given his strong academic credentials, high-impact research, and recognition in petroleum engineering and multiphase flow studies. His work advances critical energy solutions, and with continued expansion into leadership roles, industrial collaboration, and renewable energy research, he can establish himself as a global thought leader.

Kamran Zeb | Renewable Energies | Best Scholar Award

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Dr. Kamran Zeb | Renewable Energies | Best Scholar Award

PostDoctoral Fellow, King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Kamran Zeb is a dedicated educator and researcher with a robust background in electrical engineering, particularly in power electronics and control. He holds a Ph.D. from Pusan National University, South Korea, and has accumulated significant teaching and industrial experience. Currently, he is a Postdoctoral Fellow at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals, Saudi Arabia, and has previously held positions as Assistant Professor at NUST, Pakistan, and Lecturer at UMT-Sialkot and Comwave. His career highlights include research in renewable energy and electric drives, with a commitment to innovative teaching and impactful research. 🌟

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Education 📚

Dr. Zeb earned his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Pusan National University, South Korea (2017-2020), with a CGPA of 4.38/4.50. He completed his MSc in Electrical Engineering from COMSATS University, Islamabad (2014-2016), with a CGPA of 3.89/4.00. His BSc in Electrical Power Engineering was also from COMSATS University (2009-2013), with a CGPA of 3.08/4.00. 📚

Experience 🌟

Dr. Zeb’s academic journey includes roles as a Postdoctoral Fellow at KFUPM, Saudi Arabia (2024-present), Assistant Professor at NUST, Pakistan (2020-2024), and Visiting Researcher at Khalifa University, UAE (2022-2023). He has also served as Lecturer at UMT-Sialkot and Comwave Institute, Pakistan. His experience spans teaching, research, curriculum development, and administrative roles, demonstrating his versatile expertise in electrical engineering. 🏫

Awards and Honors🌟

Dr. Zeb has received numerous accolades, including the Best Paper Award at the 15th IEEE ICET in 2019. His scholarly work has earned him six research grants totaling $88,019. He has published 45 journal papers, 33 conference papers, and is recognized for his contributions with a citation count of 2,475+ and an h-index of 25.

Research Focus ⚡🔋

Dr. Zeb’s research encompasses Power Electronics and Control, Renewable Energy Integration, AC/DC Microgrid, Electric Drives, and Electric Vehicles. His work in Modular Multilevel Converters and renewable energy systems aims to advance technologies for sustainable and efficient power solutions. His innovative research also includes developing advanced control designs and robust speed controllers for electric drives. ⚡🔋

Publication Top Notes

Comprehensive Review on Inverter Topologies and Control Strategies

Title: A comprehensive review on inverter topologies and control strategies for grid connected photovoltaic system

Authors: K Zeb, W Uddin, MA Khan, Z Ali, MU Ali, N Christofides, HJ Kim

Journal: Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews

Volume: 94

Pages: 1120-1141

Citations: 328

Year: 2018

Impact: Provides a thorough analysis of various inverter topologies and control methods for grid-connected photovoltaic systems, highlighting advancements and trends.

Review of DC–DC Converter Topologies

Title: A Comprehensive Review of DC–DC Converter Topologies and Modulation Strategies with Recent Advances in Solar Photovoltaic Systems

Authors: VGR Kummara, K Zeb, A Muthusamy, TNV Krishna, SVSVP Kumar, …

Journal: Electronics

Volume: 9 (1)

Pages: 1-41

Citations: 225

Year: 2019

Impact: Examines various DC–DC converter topologies and modulation strategies, integrating recent advances in solar photovoltaic technology.

Supercapacitors Review

Title: An intuitive review of supercapacitors with recent progress and novel device applications

Authors: KVG Raghavendra, R Vinoth, K Zeb, CVVM Gopi, S Sambasivam, …

Journal: Journal of Energy Storage

Volume: 31

Article ID: 101652

Citations: 212

Year: 2020

Impact: Discusses the latest progress and applications of supercapacitors, providing insights into emerging technologies.

Li-ion Battery Materials and Recycling

Title: A comprehensive review of Li-ion battery materials and their recycling techniques

Authors: HJ Kim, TNV Krishna, K Zeb, V Rajangam, CVVM Gopi, S Sambasivam, …

Journal: Electronics

Volume: 9 (7)

Pages: 1161

Citations: 168

Year: 2020

Impact: Reviews the materials used in Li-ion batteries and explores recycling techniques, focusing on sustainability.

Flexible Hybrid Supercapacitors

Title: Boosting the energy density of highly efficient flexible hybrid supercapacitors via selective integration of hierarchical nanostructured energy materials

Authors: YA Kumar, S Sambasivam, SA Hira, K Zeb, W Uddin, TNV Krishna, …

Journal: Electrochimica Acta

Volume: 364

Article ID: 137318

Citations: 97

Year: 2020

Impact: Investigates methods to enhance the energy density of flexible hybrid supercapacitors through advanced nanostructured materials.

Survey on Waste Heat Recovery

Title: A survey on waste heat recovery: Electric power generation and potential prospects within Pakistan

Authors: K Zeb, SM Ali, B Khan, CA Mehmood, N Tareen, W Din, U Farid, A Haider

Journal: Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews

Volume: 75

Pages: 1142-1155

Citations: 78

Year: 2017

Impact: Surveys the potential and techniques for waste heat recovery in Pakistan, focusing on electric power generation.

Design of Fuzzy Controllers for Photovoltaic Inverters

Title: Design of fuzzy-PI and fuzzy-sliding mode controllers for single-phase two-stages grid-connected transformerless photovoltaic inverter

Authors: K Zeb, SU Islam, WU Din, I Khan, M Ishfaq, TDC Busarello, I Ahmad, …

Journal: Electronics

Volume: 8 (5)

Article ID: 520

Citations: 73

Year: 2019

Impact: Focuses on the design of advanced fuzzy controllers for improving the performance of transformerless photovoltaic inverters.

Transformerless Inverter Structures Review

Title: A Review on Recent Advances and Future Trends of Transformerless Inverter Structures for Single-Phase Grid-Connected Photovoltaic Systems

Authors: K Zeb, I Khan, W Uddin, MA Khan, P Sathishkumar, TDC Busarello, …

Journal: Energies

Volume: 11 (8)

Pages: 1-33

Citations: 73

Year: 2018

Impact: Reviews recent advancements in transformerless inverter structures, highlighting future trends and innovations.

Fuzzy Logic Control for Hybrid Energy Systems

Title: A Novel Supercapacitor/Lithium-Ion Hybrid Energy System with a Fuzzy Logic-Controlled Fast Charging and Intelligent Energy Management System

Authors: Muhammad Adil Khan, Kamran Zeb, P. Sathishkumar, Muhammad Umair Ali, Waqar …

Journal: Electronics

Volume: 7 (7)

Pages: 1-19

Citations: 60

Year: 2018

Impact: Introduces a hybrid energy system incorporating supercapacitors and lithium-ion batteries with advanced fuzzy logic control for improved performance.

Small Hydro Power in Pakistan

Title: Current and future prospects of small hydro power in Pakistan: A survey

Authors: W Uddina, Ayesha, K Zeb, A Haider, B Khan, S Islam, M Ishfaq, I Khan, …

Journal: Energy Strategy Reviews

Volume: 24

Pages: 166-177

Citations: 57

Year: 2019

Conclusion

Dr. Kamran Zeb is a highly qualified candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His academic achievements, extensive publication record, significant citation impact, and successful acquisition of research grants and patents establish him as a leading researcher in electrical engineering. His diverse teaching experience and international collaborations further solidify his qualifications. With a few enhancements in expanding research horizons and increasing public outreach, Dr. Zeb is well-positioned to make continued significant contributions to his field. His strong record of accomplishments makes him a deserving candidate for recognition as a top researcher.