Ammar Khaleel | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Ammar Khaleel | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

Széchenyi István Egyetem | Hungary

Ammar Khaleel is a PhD student in Computer Science at Széchenyi István Egyetem, specializing in intelligent and autonomous transportation systems. His research focuses on reinforcement learning–based decision making for autonomous vehicles, with particular emphasis on autonomous driving and lane-changing strategies. He has strong expertise in deep reinforcement learning methods such as DDPG and PPO, as well as Model Predictive Control. Ammar actively works with traffic simulation environments using SUMO and the TraCI Python API to model and evaluate complex traffic scenarios. His technical skills include Python and C/C++, along with experience in Git, LaTeX, and scientific software tools.

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A Multi-Levels RNG Permutation

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A New Permutation Method for Sequence of Order 28

– Journal of Theoretical and Applied Information Technology


N/A and Signature Analysis for Malwares Detection and Removal

– Indian Journal of Science and Technology

Mark Butlin | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Mark Butlin | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

University of Southern Queensland | Australia

Mark Andrew Butlin is an accomplished education law academic and practitioner with extensive experience across tertiary and secondary education. He is a senior academic at the University of Southern Queensland, specialising in education law, teacher accountability, duty of care, assessment, and professional ethics. His expertise is widely recognised through expert witness engagements, legal consultations, media commentary, and advisory roles for schools, law firms, and government-related matters. He has authored influential books, journal articles, and chapters on education law and ethics, and regularly delivers professional learning for educators and leaders. He is actively involved in professional associations, governance committees, and higher degree research supervision.


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Mohamad Mousavi | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Mohamad Mousavi | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

University of Tehran | Iran

Professor Mohammadali Ebrahimzadeh Mousavi is a leading expert in food science, biotechnology, and food engineering, affiliated with the University of Tehran. His work integrates advanced food processing, packaging technologies, rheology, mass and heat transfer modeling, and functional food development. He has made significant contributions to plant-based products, bioactive compounds, food hydrocolloids, encapsulation systems, and sustainable food technologies. Alongside extensive teaching at undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral levels, he has held numerous senior academic, policy-making, and industrial advisory roles. His research output, high citation impact, and technology transfer activities demonstrate strong influence in both academia and industry.

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Genetu Tesfa | Environmental Science | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Genetu Tesfa | Environmental Science | Research Excellence Award

Addis Ababa Science and Technology University | Ethiopia

Genetu Tesfa is an Ethiopian postgraduate researcher in Environmental Engineering at Addis Ababa Science and Technology University, specializing in water and wastewater treatment with a strong focus on the removal of antibiotics and pharmaceutical contaminants using advanced oxidation processes such as iron slag–based electro-Fenton systems. His research addresses critical challenges related to hospital wastewater pollution, antimicrobial resistance, and sustainable environmental remediation. He has published in SCI and Scopus-indexed international journals and contributed to nature-based treatment methods using vetiver grass, as well as waste valorization through composting and alternative fertilizers. His work emphasizes low-cost, environmentally sustainable solutions tailored to developing-country contexts, supported by active interdisciplinary collaborations in environmental science and engineering.


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Julie Leignadier | Scientific Breakthroughs | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Julie Leignadier | Scientific Breakthroughs | Research Excellence Award

Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant | France

Dr. Julie Leignadier is an accomplished immunologist and biologist with extensive experience in both fundamental research and applied biotechnology. She earned her PhD in Montreal, where over five years she studied the mechanisms underlying the strength of the memory T cell receptor, gaining deep expertise in adaptive immunity and molecular signaling. Her doctoral work provided critical insights into immune memory and receptor dynamics, establishing a solid foundation for her future research. Following her PhD, Dr. Leignadier spent eight years as a postdoctoral researcher in leading Swiss and French laboratories, where she led multiple projects at the intersection of immunology and oncology. During this period, she honed her skills in experimental design, cellular and molecular biology, and translational research, contributing to high-impact publications and fostering international collaborations. Her work in cancer immunology emphasized understanding complex immune responses and translating fundamental findings into potential therapeutic strategies. In 2020, Dr. Leignadier joined Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant as Head of the Biology Laboratory, where she oversees the development of innovative and sustainable active ingredients for the cosmetics industry. In this role, she leverages her expertise in cellular biology and immunology to create biologically effective compounds that meet both consumer needs and environmental sustainability standards. Her leadership drives research initiatives that bridge cutting-edge science with industrial application, positioning the company at the forefront of sustainable cosmetic innovation. Dr. Leignadier remains committed to integrating scientific excellence with industrial innovation, applying her deep knowledge of immunology and molecular biology to deliver products that are both effective and environmentally responsible. Her career reflects a unique blend of academic rigor and practical expertise, making her a recognized leader in biologically informed cosmetic research.

 


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M. Mottakin | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. M. Mottakin | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

Assist. Prof. Dr M. Mottakin | Gopalganj Science and Technology University, Bangladesh | Bangladesh

Dr. Mottakin is an accomplished Assistant Professor in the Department of Applied Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at Gopalganj Science and Technology University, Bangladesh, with a strong focus on advancing research and education in chemical sciences. His career is driven by a commitment to innovation and knowledge creation, aiming to develop practical solutions that address both national and global challenges. He holds a PhD in Solar Energy from the National University of Malaysia, building on a solid academic foundation with a Master’s and Bachelor’s degree in Applied Chemistry and Chemical Technology from the University of Rajshahi. Throughout his academic journey, he has consistently excelled, earning top positions in his department and demonstrating exceptional scholarly performance. Dr. Mottakin has contributed extensively to high-impact research in areas including solar energy, electrocatalysis, energy storage, and environmentally sustainable chemical processes. He has authored numerous publications in internationally recognized journals, covering topics such as perovskite solar cells, water splitting electrocatalysts, and eco-friendly energy materials. His research combines experimental and numerical approaches, emphasizing both innovation and practical applicability. In addition to his research, Dr. Mottakin actively participates in national and international conferences, sharing his expertise and fostering collaborations. He has received multiple awards and scholarships in recognition of his academic excellence and research contributions. He is fluent in both English and Bangla and demonstrates a strong ability to communicate complex scientific concepts effectively. Dr. Mottakin’s professional philosophy centers on integrating teaching, research, and community engagement, mentoring the next generation of scientists while contributing to sustainable technological advancements. With a proven track record in research, teaching, and international collaboration, Dr. Mottakin continues to drive innovation in applied chemistry and chemical engineering, aiming to create impactful solutions that benefit society and the scientific community.

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Patwary, M. A., Shafin, A. A., Alam, M. M., Singh Durjoy, R. K., Ludin, N. A., Su’ait, M. S., Akhtaruzzaman, M., & Mottakin, M. (2025). Optoelectronic properties and device simulation of ZnS polymorphs as buffer layers for CZTSSe solar cells. RSC Advances. https://doi.org/10.1039/D5RA07195J

Sultana, S., Sonia, Z. A., Mahmud, M., Mottakin, M., Haider, J. B., Ahmed, S., & Hossen, M. M. (2024). An investigation of cellulose, hemicellulose and lignin co-extraction from water hyacinth. Advanced Journal of Chemistry, Section A. https://doi.org/10.48309/ajca.2024.412642.1402

Mottakin, M., Su’Ait, M. S., Chelvanathan, P., Islam, M. A., Shahiduzzaman, M., Ibrahim, M. A., Muhammad, G., & Akhtaruzzaman, M. (2024). Correlation between defect properties and the performance of eco-friendly CsSnI₃-based perovskite solar cells. Semiconductor Science and Technology. https://doi.org/10.1088/1361-6641/ad208b

Mottakin, M., Su’ait, M. S., Selvanathan, V., Chelvanathan, P., Ibrahim, M. A., & Akhtaruzzaman, M. (2024). Effect of sulfidation on ethaline-assisted electrodeposited iron sulfide-based electrocatalyst for efficient saline water splitting. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhydene.2024.06.181

Mottakin, M., Selvanathan, V., Su’ait, M. S., Razali, S. A., Islam, M. A., Ibrahim, M. A., Muhammad, G., & Akhtaruzzaman, M. (2024). Enhancing pseudocapacitive energy storage system performance with electrodeposited CuSₓ and CoSₓ biphasic transitional metal sulfide (TMS) based nanostructured electrode on nickel foam. Journal of Physics and Chemistry of Solids, 186, 111795. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jpcs.2023.111795

Mottakin, M., Su’ait, M. S., Chelvanathan, P., Ibrahim, M. A., Ludin, N. A., Abdullah, H., Almohamadi, H., & Akhtaruzzaman, M. (2024). Facile electrodeposited sandwich-like CuSₓ/MnSₓ electrocatalyst for efficient hydrogen evolution in seawater splitting. Journal of Solid State Chemistry, 339, 124913. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jssc.2024.124913

Gabriele Sirtori | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Gabriele Sirtori | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Gabriele Sirtori | ISAE Supaero | France

Gabriele Sirtori is an aerospace engineer and researcher specializing in sustainable aviation, hydrogen-powered aircraft design, and environmentally optimized flight operations. With advanced academic training culminating in a research doctorate in aerospace engineering from Politecnico di Milano, his work focuses on the integration of emerging propulsion technologies, environmental impact assessment, and the future evolution of air transport systems. His doctoral research explored hydrogen-powered aviation with an emphasis on aircraft design innovation and operational scenario development, earning top academic recognition. He also holds a master’s degree in aeronautical engineering with a thesis dedicated to evaluating the environmental benefits of hybrid propulsion for regional aircraft. International academic exposure includes studies at ENAC in Toulouse and an early exchange program in the United States, strengthening his multicultural competence and broadening his understanding of global aviation ecosystems. Gabriele currently serves as a postdoctoral researcher at ISAE Supaero in Toulouse, contributing to studies on air traffic management inefficiencies and assessing mitigation strategies to reduce climate impacts through optimized flight operations. His experience also includes leadership and community engagement through active roles in Rotaract, where he served as vice president and contributed to social and service-oriented initiatives. He has authored numerous scientific publications spanning hydrogen propulsion, hybrid-electric aircraft concepts, environmental benefits of advanced technologies, and infrastructure requirements for future sustainable fleets. His work appears in peer-reviewed journals, major international conferences, and multidisciplinary aerospace research platforms. Gabriele’s technical competencies include advanced programming in MATLAB and Python, strong proficiency in word processing and scientific documentation tools, and solid analytical abilities in data handling and modeling. He is fluent in English and French, with additional proficiency in Spanish, enabling effective collaboration in international research environments. Driven by a commitment to sustainable aviation, he aims to contribute to the transition toward cleaner, more efficient air transport through rigorous research, innovative design methodologies, and future-oriented technological analysis.

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Aigner, B., Garcia Garriga, A., Sirtori, G., Riboldi, C. E. D., Trainelli, L., Mariani, C., … (2022). Overview and preliminary results of the scalability investigation of hybrid electric concepts for next-generation aircraft (SIENA) project. In 12th EASN Conference.

Trainelli, L., Riboldi, C. E. D., & Sirtori, G. (2024). Methodologies for the preliminary sizing of hydrogen-powered aircraft and supporting airport infrastructures. ICAS Proceedings, 1–12.

Aigner, B., Wehrle, E., Struiwig, W., Sirtori, G., Riboldi, C., & Trainelli, L. (2023). Consideration of technology scalability in the design of electric propulsion system architectures. In Aerospace Europe Conference 2023—Joint 10th EUCASS–9th CEAS Conference (pp. 1–11).

Sirtori, G., Aigner, B., Wehrle, E., Riboldi, C. E. D., & Trainelli, L. (2025). Innovative aircraft propulsive configurations: Technology evaluation and operations in the SIENA project. Aerospace, 12(3), 240.

Sirtori, G., Trainelli, L., & Lahmam, Z. (2024). Hydrogen tankering: Tools for economic and environmental impact scenario studies. ICAS Proceedings, 1–13.

Sirtori, G., & Trainelli, L. (2025). Transient in operations: From jet-fuel to hydrogen-powered aircraft. In Towards Sustainable Aviation Summit (TSAS 2025) (pp. 1–8).

Sirtori, G., Trainelli, L., & Riboldi, C. E. D. (2024). Prediction of environmental benefits introducing hybrid-electric propulsion on regional aircraft. Journal of Physics: Conference Series, 2716(1), 012015.

Seyyed Javad Hosseini-Vashan | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Seyyed Javad Hosseini-Vashan | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Seyyed Javad Hosseini-Vashan | University of Birjand | Iran

Dr. Seyyed Javad Hosseini-Vashanis an Associate Professor of Animal Science at the University of Birjand, specializing in Poultry Science and Poultry Nutrition. With an academic path beginning with a diploma in Natural Sciences and progressing through B.Sc. and M.Sc. degrees in Animal and Poultry Science from the University of Birjand, followed by a Ph.D. in Poultry Science from Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, he has built a strong research portfolio in poultry nutrition, antioxidant strategies, heat-stress mitigation, feed additives, and improvement of poultry performance, immunity, lipid metabolism, skeletal health, intestinal morphology, and meat quality. His M.Sc. and Ph.D. dissertations focused on enriching egg yolk n-3 fatty acids and evaluating natural antioxidants in diets containing vegetable oils and tallow under heat stress in Arian broilers. Since joining academia in , Dr. Hosseini-Vashan has held key administrative roles as Head of the Animal Science Department and Head of the Animal Science Research Laboratory, and has served as Secretary of the First National Congress on Advances in Animal Sciences. He is an active member of several professional bodies including WPSA and the Iran Genetics Association. His teaching portfolio spans Poultry Production, Poultry Health, Nutrition, Biochemistry, Physiology, Diet Formulation, and Advanced Bioenergetics. He has authored numerous conference papers and peer-reviewed journal publications in prestigious Iranian and international journals, addressing nutritional interventions such as pomegranate peel, tomato pomace, turmeric, grape pomace, hempseed, nanoselenium, saffron petal extract, and functional feed additives in poultry and ostrich production systems. His research consistently emphasizes enhancing animal health and productivity under challenging environmental conditions, especially heat stress, and exploring natural, cost-effective, and sustainable dietary solutions for the modern poultry industry.

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Hosseini-Vashan, S. J., Golian, A., & Yaghobfar, A. (2016). Growth, immune, antioxidant, and bone responses of heat stress-exposed broilers fed diets supplemented with tomato pomace. International Journal of Biometeorology, 60(8), 1183–1192.

Hosseini-Vashan, S. J., Golian, A., Yaghobfar, A., Zarban, A., Afzali, N., & … (2012). Antioxidant status, immune system, blood metabolites and carcass characteristic of broiler chickens fed turmeric rhizome powder under heat stress. African Journal of Biotechnology, 11(94), 16118–16125.

Safdari-Rostamabad, M., Hosseini-Vashan, S. J., Perai, A. H., & Sarir, H. (2017). Nanoselenium supplementation of heat-stressed broilers: Effects on performance, carcass characteristics, blood metabolites, immune response, antioxidant status, and jejunal morphology. Biological Trace Element Research, 178(1), 105–116.

Hosseini-Vashan, S. J., Safdari-Rostamabad, M., Piray, A. H., & Sarir, H. (2020). The growth performance, plasma biochemistry indices, immune system, antioxidant status, and intestinal morphology of heat-stressed broiler chickens fed grape (Vitis vinifera) pomace. Animal Feed Science and Technology, 259, 114343.

Sharifian, M., Hosseini-Vashan, S. J., Nasri, M. H. F., & Perai, A. H. (2019). Pomegranate peel extract for broiler chickens under heat stress: Its influence on growth performance, carcass traits, blood metabolites, immunity, jejunal morphology, and meat quality. Livestock Science, 227, 22–28.

Hosseini-Vashan, S. J., & Raei-Moghadam, M. S. (2019). Antioxidant and immune system status, plasma lipid, abdominal fat, and growth performance of broilers exposed to heat stress and fed diets supplemented with pomegranate pulp. Journal of Applied Animal Research, 47(1), 521–531.

Ouafaa Morjani | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Ouafaa Morjani | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Ouafaa Morjani | Hassan II University of Casablanca | Morocco

Dr. Ouafaa Morjani is a dedicated researcher in Molecular Biology, Genetics, and Bioinformatics, holding a Ph.D. from Hassan II University of Casablanca, Morocco. Affiliated with the Faculty of Sciences and Technics of Mohammedia, her work is rooted in the Laboratory of Virology, Oncology, Biosciences, Environment, and New Energies. Her research primarily focuses on thoracic oncology, particularly Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), where she integrates molecular profiling, genetic variants, biomarkers, and advanced diagnostic technologies to improve early detection and precision medicine. Dr. Morjani has authored and co-authored multiple peer-reviewed publications addressing clinical, anatomical, and molecular dimensions of lung cancer. Her work includes exploring GWAS-derived genetic variants in NSCLC, investigating interleukin-based blood biomarkers, analyzing metastasis patterns, and assessing the impact of smoking on lung cancer mechanisms. She has also presented extensively at prestigious international conferences in Morocco, France, and Saudi Arabia, contributing to discussions on NGS applications, ROS1 rearrangement detection, and molecular pathology. Her scientific expertise is strengthened by advanced training in Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) at renowned institutions in France, along with hands-on experience in sequencing platforms such as Ion Torrent and Illumina. She is proficient in NGS library preparation, nucleic acid extraction, and bioinformatics analysis involving FastQ, BAM, and SAM files. Her competencies extend to R programming, statistical analysis, and functional genomics. She has participated in major workshops, including the African BioGenome Project Fellowship, enhancing her mastery of genome assembly, annotation, and biodiversity genomics. Dr. Morjani has additional experience in molecular diagnostics, including RT-qPCR detection of foodborne viruses and breast cancer biomarker analysis through IHC and FISH. She is also actively involved in teaching, mentoring, quality assurance, COVID-19 testing, and regulatory compliance. A member of multiple national and international scientific societies, she is recognized for her adaptability, teamwork, communication skills, and strong commitment to advancing cancer genomics and molecular oncology.

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Morjani, O., Benkirane, N., Errihani, H., Elfahime, E. M., & Lakhiari, H. (2024). Molecular analysis of genetic mutations in non-small cell lung cancer in Morocco. Pan African Medical Journal, 47(1).

Morjani, O., Benlhachemi, S., Errihani, H., El Fahime, E., & Lakhiari, H. (n.d.). Epidemiological, clinical, anatomopathological and molecular profiles of lung cancer in patients at the oncology center of the Cheikh Zaid International University Hospital in Rabat. [Journal information incomplete].

Morjani, O., Yang, Y.-W., Lahlil, R., Lakhiari, H., & Alaoui, H. (2025). Hematological biomarkers for early detection of lung cancer: Evaluating the diagnostic potential of circulating interleukin levels. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 26(22), 11014.

Morjani, O., Mounaji, N., Ghaouti, M., Errihani, H., El Fahime, E., & Lakhiari, H. (2024). Next generation sequencing and genomic mapping: Towards precision molecular diagnosis of lung cancer in Morocco. Pan African Medical Journal, 49, 75.

Morjani, O., Karimoune, M. A. S., Errihani, H., El Fahime, E. M., & Lakhiari, H. (2023). Comparative study of molecular techniques for detecting ROS1 rearrangement in non-small cell lung cancer: Implications for diagnostic precision. Journal of Molecular Diagnostics, 26(6), S5–S6.

Tang Qingjun | Scientific Breakthroughs | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tang Qingjun | Scientific Breakthroughs | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tang Qingjun | Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences | China

This research portfolio centers on advancing space thermal control and cryogenic refrigeration technologies, with significant emphasis on precision temperature management, lightweight system design, and enhanced performance for scientific payloads in orbit. The work covers key technological domains such as flexible heat transfer, thermal matching for low-temperature devices, insulation support structures, contamination control, and integrated thermal–mechanical engineering for spacecraft. A major focus of the research involves developing high-precision low-temperature control systems for space missions, enabling stable operation of sensitive optical payloads in complex orbital environments. Through comprehensive mastery of mechanics, thermodynamics, electromagnetics, and automated temperature regulation, several critical engineering challenges were overcome. These include improving temperature stability, reducing micro-vibration output, and optimizing thermal interfaces for high-performance detection instruments. The resulting technologies enhanced the scientific capabilities of spaceborne payloads and earned recognition from international experts in spacecraft engineering. Another central contribution lies in the development of lightweight pulse tube cryocoolers for space applications. Under major scientific and engineering programs, extensive basic and applied studies were conducted to design and optimize compact refrigeration systems. A series of prototypes was successfully built, achieving significant reductions in mass while preserving cooling capacity, operational lifespan, and structural robustness. These innovations contribute to next-generation spacecraft refrigeration solutions, supporting advanced astronomical observations and deep-space scientific missions. The research integrates theoretical modeling, high-frequency performance analysis, experimental verification, and system-level optimization. Publications include studies on coaxial and single-stage pulse tube cryocoolers, micro-scale units capable of reaching extremely low temperatures, inertance tube phase-shifting characteristics, multi-cold-finger systems, and thermo-mechanical behavior of cryogenic components. The work has appeared in leading scientific journals and international conferences covering thermal engineering, cryogenics, refrigeration science, and astronomical instrumentation. Collectively, these contributions advance cutting-edge cryogenic and thermal control technologies essential to modern space science, supporting higher-accuracy payloads, more efficient cooling solutions, and improved performance of future spacecraft systems.

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Liu, C., Tian, B., Ma, J., Niu, Y., Tang, Q., Ma, Y., & Cai, J. (2025). Experimental investigation of a single-stage micro pulse tube cryocooler operating at 59 Hz with liquid nitrogen precooling: Achieving 14.8 K under 5 W input power. International Journal of Refrigeration.

Tian, B., Liu, C., Ma, J., Niu, Y., Tang, Q., Ma, Y., & Cai, J. (2025). Investigation on a micro pulse tube cryocooler operating at 152 Hz. Cryogenics.