Ke Wang | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Ke Wang | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

Karlsruhe Institute of Technology | Germany

Ke Wang is a researcher in mechanics and metamaterials with advanced training from Harbin Institute of Technology and Karlsruhe Institute of Technology. His work focuses on nonlocal mechanical systems, roton-like dispersion relations, programmable metamaterials, and wave control, combining theoretical modeling, numerical simulation, and experimental validation. He has extensive expertise in metamaterial design, dispersion analysis, and multiscale modeling, with strong skills in MATLAB, Python, C++, and professional engineering software. His research spans mechanical, acoustic, and electromagnetic metamaterials, as well as applications in thermal regulation and smart structures. He has authored numerous high-impact journal publications, holds multiple patents, and actively contributes to international conferences and collaborative research initiatives.

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Zafran Ullah | Research Excellence | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Zafran Ullah | Research Excellence | Best Researcher Award

Sunway University | Malaysia

Mr. Zafran Ullah is a dedicated PhD student at the School of Engineering, Sunway University, Malaysia, specializing in chemical engineering and sustainable chemical processes. He holds a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering from Universitas Diponegoro (UNDIP), Indonesia, awarded through a fully funded UNDIP scholarship. With over four years of research experience in academia, Zafran has contributed significantly to the field, publishing more than eight articles in renowned international journals including Elsevier, Analytical Sciences, Springer, and The Journal of Biological and Chemical Luminescence. His research primarily focuses on biomass conversion into value-added chemicals via TiO₂ photocatalysis, bridging fundamental chemical engineering principles with applied sustainable technologies. He has completed and is engaged in three research projects, collaborating with five international researchers, and serves as a reviewer for multiple scientific journals. According to Scopus, he has 34 citations across 3 documents and an h-index of 2, reflecting the growing impact of his research contributions. Zafran’s work emphasizes innovation in green chemistry, photochemical catalysis, and industrially relevant biomass valorization, aiming to provide practical solutions for energy and chemical sustainability challenges. He actively participates in consultancy and collaborative research projects, contributing to knowledge dissemination through peer-reviewed publications and scientific collaborations. His ongoing studies and professional engagements demonstrate a strong commitment to advancing chemical engineering research with societal and environmental relevance.

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Isaac Aninakwanh | Research Excellence | Young Scientist Award

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Mr. Isaac Aninakwanh | Research Excellence | Young Scientist Award

St. Monicas College of Education–Mampong, Ashanti | Ghana

Isaac Aninakwah is a doctoral researcher in Geography and Regional Planning with a strong academic foundation and multidisciplinary expertise in physical and human geography, environmental science, and social studies. He holds advanced training in geography education and has developed broad competence across geomorphology, climatology, water resources, wetland management, oceanography, environmental governance, and sustainability studies. His academic journey reflects a strong commitment to understanding the interactions between natural systems and human societies, particularly within developing-country contexts. His research interests focus on geomorphology, shoreline dynamics, water quality assessment, climate change adaptation, land-use and land-cover change, environmental justice, and sustainable management of marine and terrestrial resources. He has demonstrated significant experience in handling research projects related to sediment contamination, erosion processes, hill slope failure, wetland degradation, urban heat island dynamics, biodiversity conservation, and resource governance. His work integrates geospatial techniques, remote sensing, GIS, statistical analysis, and field-based environmental assessment to inform policy-relevant solutions. Isaac has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and contributed scholarly chapters to reputable academic publishers. His research outputs address critical environmental and socio-economic challenges, including land degradation, water security, plastic pollution, eutrophication, urban expansion, and ecosystem service loss. In addition to academic publishing, he actively contributes to public discourse through opinion pieces on environmental management, governance, infrastructure safety, social welfare, and sustainable development. Beyond research, he is an experienced educator with strong mentoring, proposal writing, and research dissemination skills. He is proficient in statistical software, geospatial tools, and digital research platforms, enabling effective data-driven analysis. Fluent in English and Twi with basic proficiency in French, he combines academic rigor with effective communication and community engagement. Overall, Isaac Aninakwah is a dedicated scholar and educator whose work bridges environmental science, social inquiry, and policy relevance, contributing meaningfully to sustainable development, resource management, and geographic scholarship in Africa.

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Youming Wang | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Youming Wang | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

China Animal Health and Epidemiology Center | China

Dr. Wang Youming is a distinguished veterinary epidemiologist and senior leader at the China Animal Health and Epidemiology Center, recognized nationally and internationally for his expertise in animal disease surveillance, risk analysis, and policy development. With more than two decades of continuous engagement in veterinary epidemiology, he has played a pivotal role in strengthening animal health systems, advancing evidence-based disease prevention strategies, and supporting public health protection through improved animal disease control. Dr. Wang holds advanced academic training in veterinary medicine, including doctoral and master’s qualifications, complemented by specialized international training in field veterinary epidemiology. His strong academic foundation is matched by extensive practical experience in applied epidemiology, emergency response, and international veterinary collaboration. In his current leadership roles, Dr. Wang serves as Head of the FAO Reference Center for Veterinary Epidemiology in China, Director of the Division of Epidemiology Survey, and Head of the WOAH Collaborating Centre for Veterinary Epidemiology and Public Health. Through these positions, he provides strategic direction for national epidemiological investigations, disease risk assessment, and policy advisory services, while also representing China in global animal health initiatives. Dr. Wang has been a key contributor to major national animal disease prevention and control strategies, including comprehensive plans addressing avian influenza and other high-impact animal diseases. He led the establishment of a nationwide epidemiological investigation system for major animal diseases and introduced advanced statistical and dynamic modeling approaches to identify disease risk factors and evaluate control measures. His work significantly advanced the transition of animal disease risk analysis in China from qualitative judgment to quantitative, data-driven decision-making. Beyond policy and system development, Dr. Wang has built collaborative research platforms linking leading domestic universities with prominent international institutions. He has authored over a hundred peer-reviewed articles, published numerous academic books, and submitted dozens of high-level technical reports to national authorities. His sustained contributions have had a lasting impact on veterinary epidemiology, animal health governance, and international cooperation in disease prevention and control.

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Dayirou Njoya | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Dayirou Njoya | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

University of Yaounde 1 | Cameroon

Professor NJOYA Dayirou is a senior lecturer and researcher in applied inorganic chemistry, specializing in mineral materials chemistry, and serves at the Faculty of Science of the University of Yaoundé I. His academic career is marked by steady progression to the rank of Professor, reflecting his sustained commitment to higher education, scientific research, and the development of local expertise. His research activities primarily focus on the physicochemical properties of ceramic materials, the study of local mineral resources, the valorization of clays, bauxites, and feldspars, as well as the development of technical ceramics and ceramic membranes, particularly for water treatment and purification applications. He has developed recognized expertise in the chemical, mineralogical, and microstructural characterization of materials, the optimization of processing routes, and the evaluation of the technological properties of finished products. Professor NJOYA Dayirou is the author and co-author of a substantial body of scientific publications in leading international journals, addressing topics such as the genesis and industrial valorization of clay deposits, vitreous ceramics, porous materials, low-cost filtration membranes, and environmentally friendly materials derived from local resources and agro-industrial waste. His research has made a significant contribution to the advancement of sustainable ceramic materials in Central Africa. He has also led and co-led several international research projects in collaboration with European and African institutions, thereby strengthening South–South and North–South scientific cooperation. Alongside his academic activities, he holds administrative and community leadership responsibilities, demonstrating strong societal engagement and leadership rooted in local and scientific development.

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Ali Raza Shaikh | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Ali Raza Shaikh | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

TU Darmstadt | Germany

Ali Raza Shaikh is a doctoral researcher in Mechanical Engineering at the Technical University of Darmstadt, Germany, specializing in fluid mechanics, ice adhesion, heat transfer, aerodynamics, and anti-icing surface technologies. His Ph.D. research focuses on the experimental study of ice adhesion in the tensile mode, with strong emphasis on surface–interface science and ice-phobic material design. He is an MSCA-ITN Research Assistant within the SURFICE project, where he established a dedicated Ice Adhesion Laboratory, developed advanced experimental setups, conducted high-precision measurements, and managed project activities, budgets, and international collaborations. Ali holds a Master’s degree in Power Engineering and Engineering Thermophysics from Jiangsu University, China, where his research combined experimental and numerical investigations of droplet impact on micro-textured superhydrophobic surfaces. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Quaid-e-Awam University, Pakistan, with strong foundations in thermal sciences, fluid mechanics, aerodynamics, and machine design. His international research experience includes an industrial research internship at Rail Tec Arsenal, Austria, performing icing wind tunnel experiments under realistic cold-climate conditions. He has authored and co-authored peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters on icing physics, superhydrophobic surfaces, and multiphase flow modeling. With expertise in advanced experimental diagnostics, surface characterization, and numerical analysis, Ali is an emerging researcher in ice-surface interactions and cold-region engineering technologies.

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Muhammad Imran Asghar | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Muhammad Imran Asghar | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

State Key Laboratory of Palaeobiology and Stratigraphy, Nanjing Institute of Geology and Palaeontology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China | China

Muhammad Imran Asghar is a PhD candidate specializing in Paleontology and Stratigraphy at the Nanjing Institute of Geology and Palaeontology (NIGPAS), Chinese Academy of Sciences, where he is pursuing advanced research from 2021 to 2026. His academic journey reflects a strong and consistent focus on fossil plants, palynology, and Permian stratigraphy, supported by rigorous training at leading institutions in China and Pakistan. He earned his Master’s degree in Paleontology and Stratigraphy from Jilin University (2018–2021), following a year of intensive Chinese language training at the same university, enabling him to actively engage in academic research and international collaboration in China. His foundational education includes a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Geology from the University of the Punjab, Lahore, complemented by pre-medical and science education from recognized boards in Punjab, Pakistan. Muhammad Imran Asghar’s research primarily concentrates on Permian paleobotany, particularly sigillarian lycopsids, in situ megaspores, bisporangiate strobili, and palynofloral assemblages from Inner Mongolia and Xinjiang, China. His work contributes significantly to understanding the reproductive biology, taxonomy, and evolutionary significance of Late Paleozoic plant groups, as well as their stratigraphic and paleoenvironmental implications. He has authored multiple peer-reviewed publications in reputable journals such as Review of Palaeobotany and Palynology and Global Geology, including the description of new genera and species, notably Bisigillariostrobus prolificus and Sublagenicula echinata. In addition to journal articles, he has actively presented his research at major international conferences, including the International Palynological Congress (IPC) and academic meetings of the Chinese Academy of Paleontology, highlighting his engagement with the global paleontological community. Through his integrative approach combining paleobotany, palynology, and stratigraphic analysis, Muhammad Imran Asghar is emerging as a promising researcher contributing to the reconstruction of Permian terrestrial ecosystems and the advancement of Paleozoic plant science.



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Olatunde Olatunji | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Olatunde Olatunji | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Olatunde Olatunji | University of KwaZulu-Natal | South Africa 

Olatunde Stephen Olatunji is an accomplished analytical and environmental chemist with extensive academic, research, and industry experience spanning environmental monitoring, forensic chemistry, and advanced materials for pollution control. He is an Associate Professor in the School of Chemistry and Physics at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, where he has also served in key academic leadership roles, including Academic Leader for Research. His career reflects a strong balance between high-impact research, postgraduate supervision, curriculum development, and applied environmental problem-solving. His expertise lies in analytical method development and validation, trace and ultra-trace detection of environmental contaminants, and the assessment of chemical risks to human and ecosystem health. He has made significant contributions to the study of emerging contaminants such as pharmaceuticals, microplastics, PFAS, endocrine-disrupting compounds, and other contaminants of emerging concern across water, soil, air, food, and biological matrices. His work integrates chromatography, mass spectrometry, atomic spectroscopy, electrochemical sensing, and chemometric approaches to deliver robust, policy-relevant environmental data. A major focus of his research is the design and functionalization of carbon-based and hybrid nanomaterials for electrochemical sensing and photocatalytic remediation. These green nanotechnology-driven solutions target the detection, degradation, and removal of persistent and recalcitrant organic pollutants, contributing to sustainable water treatment and environmental protection strategies. His research also addresses pollutant fate, transport, bioavailability, toxicity, and ecological risk assessment. He has supervised a large number of undergraduate and postgraduate students, including master’s and doctoral candidates, many of whom have successfully completed their degrees and progressed into academic and professional careers. He is an active examiner of postgraduate theses across multiple universities and a member of several professional scientific bodies at national and international levels. Through extensive collaborations, high-quality peer-reviewed publications, and interdisciplinary engagement, he continues to advance analytical and environmental chemistry research with clear societal and environmental impact.

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Faezeh Parastesh | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Faezeh Parastesh | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

University of Manitoba | Canada

Faezeh Parastesh is a soil scientist with strong expertise in greenhouse gas emissions, soil nutrient management, and climate-smart agricultural systems. She is currently pursuing doctoral research in soil science at the University of Manitoba, focusing on nitrous oxide emissions from cropping systems with varying degrees of perennialization, aligned with global net-zero goals. Her academic background integrates advanced training in soil ecology, quantitative and non-traditional research methods, machine learning applications in agriculture, and climate-smart soil management. She holds a master’s degree in soil science from the University of Manitoba, where her research examined relationships between soil nitrous oxide concentrations and surface fluxes under diverse farming practices. She also earned a master’s degree in soil biology and biotechnology from the University of Tehran, specializing in vermicompost enrichment using phosphate-solubilizing bacteria to enhance phosphorus availability and crop uptake in calcareous soils. Her undergraduate training in soil science included research on wind erosion prediction systems, providing a solid foundation in soil conservation and land management. Faezeh has published in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals on topics including microbial consortia, plant defense mechanisms, phosphorus bioavailability, and sustainable soil management. She has also contributed to ongoing research on drought stress mitigation using biochar and plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria. Her work has been presented at national and regional scientific conferences, reflecting active engagement with the soil science research community. Professionally, she has extensive experience as a laboratory technician, graduate teaching assistant, and research intern. Her work spans field and laboratory sampling, soil and plant analysis, mentoring students, teaching soil and water management, and developing greenhouse gas prediction protocols for municipal applications. She is proficient in R, SAS, Python, and statistical modeling tools, and is skilled in experimental design, soil mapping, and land capability assessment. Recognized through multiple scholarships and awards, she is also actively involved in academic service, peer review, and outreach with farmers and researchers, demonstrating strong leadership and commitment to sustainable agriculture.

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Akbar Rahimi | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Akbar Rahimi | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

University of Tabriz | Iran

Associate Professor Dr. Akbar Rahimi is a senior academic and researcher in the field of Urban and Regional Planning at the University of Tabriz, Iran, affiliated with the Faculty of Planning and Environmental Science. His scholarly work bridges urban planning, environmental sustainability, and spatial analysis, with a strong emphasis on green infrastructure, nature-based solutions, urban thermal comfort, and social equity in cities. Dr. Rahimi has made substantial contributions to understanding how urban form, land-use change, and green spaces influence environmental quality, climate resilience, and human well-being. His research integrates advanced methods such as remote sensing, GIS, artificial neural networks, AI-driven data analysis, and scenario modeling to address complex urban challenges including urban heat islands, air pollution, sustainable land management, and climate adaptation. A defining feature of his work is the focus on vulnerable populations and social justice, particularly gender equity and socio-economic disparities in access to urban ecological services. He has authored and co-authored an extensive body of peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters in high-impact international and national journals, covering topics such as urban agriculture, green roofs, climate-resilient trees, urban parks, tourism impacts on ecosystems, and future-oriented regional planning. His interdisciplinary collaborations span environmental science, geography, ecology, urban forestry, and smart city development, reflecting a holistic approach to sustainable urban systems. In addition to his publications, Dr. Rahimi is an active contributor to international and national conferences, where he has presented full papers, posters, and invited talks on urban ecology, nature-based solutions, intelligent systems, and sustainable city planning. His work has influenced both academic discourse and practical planning perspectives, particularly in rapidly urbanizing regions.

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