Haoting Li | Geoenergy | Best Researcher Award

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 πŸŽ“

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 πŸ’Ό

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 πŸ…

Outstanding Paper Award of Young Scholar Chen Xuejun (2021) πŸ† – 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) πŸ… – Awarded by the China Petroleum and Chemical Industry Federation for significant contributions to petroleum science. Liaoning Province Research Grants (2023 & 2025) πŸ’° – 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 πŸ”¬

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

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. 🌟

Publication Profile

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Education πŸ“š

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. πŸ“š

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 βš‘πŸ”‹

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. βš‘πŸ”‹

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.