Mengxi Tan | Photocatalysis | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Mengxi Tan | Photocatalysis | Best Researcher Award

Lecturer | Henan University of Technology | China

Dr. Mengxi Tan is a dedicated scientist and faculty member at the College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Henan University of Technology. She specializes in the structural design and performance enhancement of photocatalysts, with research applications in sustainable energy production and environmental protection. Her expertise covers photocatalytic water splitting for hydrogen generation, oxygen reduction for hydrogen peroxide production, and photocatalytic biomass conversion. She has also contributed significantly to studies on photochemical theory, charge dynamics, intermediate conversions, and surface reaction mechanisms. Her work is recognized for advancing catalytic efficiency through innovative materials engineering and interdisciplinary approaches.

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Education

Dr. Tan earned her Doctor of Philosophy degree from Beijing University of Science and Technology, where she focused on developing advanced photocatalytic systems for renewable energy applications. Her academic journey equipped her with deep knowledge of materials chemistry, photocatalytic mechanisms, and environmental catalysis.

Experience

After completing her doctoral studies, Dr. Tan joined Henan University of Technology as a faculty member in the College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering. She has since engaged in extensive research, leading projects on photocatalytic materials development and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across institutions. Her work also extends into joint studies involving solid oxide fuel cells, CO₂ electroreduction, and piezo-photocatalysis, broadening the impact of her expertise in both academic and industrial contexts

Research Interests

Dr. Tan’s research centers on designing novel photocatalysts and exploring their functional mechanisms for energy and environmental applications. Her work emphasizes interfacial engineering, heterojunction development, defect engineering, and kinetic optimization to improve photocatalytic performance. She has applied these principles to hydrogen evolution, hydrogen peroxide generation, pollutant degradation, and biomass conversion, aiming to contribute to sustainable energy solutions and environmental remediation technologies.

Honors

Dr. Tan has been recognized for her scientific contributions through multiple high-impact publications and collaborations with leading researchers. Her work has appeared in some of the most respected journals in chemistry and materials science, earning citations from peers worldwide. These achievements reflect her growing reputation in the global research community and her dedication to advancing clean energy technologies.

Top Noted Publications

Design of the photocatalyst for H₂O₂ production by oxygen reduction reaction-  Web of Science indexed, 2025

Boosting Photocatalytic Hydrogen Production via Interfacial Engineering on 2D Ultrathin Z-Scheme ZnIn₂S₄/g-C₃N₄ Heterojunction – Web of Science indexed, 2022

Unexpected High-Performance Photocatalytic Hydrogen Evolution in Co@NCNT@ZnIn₂S₄ Triggered by Directional Charge Separation and Transfer – Web of Science indexed, 2022

The 2D Van der Waals heterojunction MoC@NG@CN for enhanced photocatalytic hydrogen production – Web of Science indexed, 2023

In situ fabrication of MIL-68(In)@ZnIn₂S₄ heterojunction for enhanced photocatalytic hydrogen production – Web of Science indexed, 2023

Conclusion

Dr. Mengxi Tan is an emerging leader in photocatalysis research, combining strong theoretical knowledge with practical innovation in materials design. Her publications in high-impact journals, active research collaborations, and commitment to advancing sustainable energy technologies highlight her as a significant contributor to the global scientific community. With her expertise and drive for innovation, she is poised to make even greater advancements in renewable energy and environmental solutions in the years ahead.

George Kofi Amoako | Sustainability | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. George Kofi Amoako | Sustainability | Best Researcher Award

Professor | Ghana Communication Technology University Tesano Accra Ghana | Ghana

Prof. George Kofi Amoako is a highly accomplished academic and research leader in the field of Marketing, currently serving as a Full Professor and Director at the Directorate of Research, Innovation, and Consultancy (DRIC) at Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU) in Accra, Ghana. With over two decades of experience in academia and consultancy, he has made significant contributions to marketing education, strategic management, sustainability, e-business, tourism, and entrepreneurship. He has taught at several prominent institutions, including Central University, University of Professional Studies, Academic City University College, and as an adjunct lecturer for Lancaster University and Webster University Ghana Campuses. His leadership role at DRIC has been instrumental in advancing research and innovation across multidisciplinary platforms.

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Education

Prof. Amoako holds a PhD in Marketing from London Metropolitan University, UK, completed in 2017. He also earned a Postgraduate International Certificate in Academic Practice from Lancaster University, UK, and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education from the University of Cape Coast, Ghana. His academic background includes a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Marketing from the University of Ghana and a Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Science from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology. Additionally, he holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing from the Chartered Institute of Marketing, UK, showcasing his strong academic foundation and professional versatility.

Experience

Over the years, Prof. Amoako has gained extensive experience in higher education, curriculum development, student supervision, and strategic academic management. He has supervised numerous undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral dissertations in marketing, branding, corporate social responsibility, and services marketing. In addition to teaching, he has held leadership positions in both academic and professional settings, managing multidisciplinary teams and leading institutional research development. His teaching engagements span multiple countries and institutions, including roles in UK-based colleges such as Meridian Business School, West End College, and Leicester College of Professional Studies, reinforcing his global teaching footprint.

Research Interests

Prof. Amoako’s research primarily explores strategic marketing, business analytics in emerging markets, service quality, sustainability, and corporate social responsibility. He applies both positivist and interpretivist approaches, with a strong inclination towards mixed methods to leverage the strengths of qualitative and quantitative paradigms. His research is grounded in real-world applications and is aimed at addressing pressing business and societal challenges in emerging economies. He is also actively involved in building institutional research capacity and fostering collaborative research networks.

Honors

Prof. Amoako’s academic excellence has been recognized through several prestigious honors. Notably, he was conferred the title of Honorary Full Professor by Durban University of Technology, South Africa (2023–2028). According to the AD Scientific Index for 2025, he ranks among the top 3% of business management (marketing) scholars in Africa and within the top 3% of marketing scholars in Ghana. He received the Best Researcher Award at GCTU for the 2022–2023 academic year and was named Best Scientist at UPSA for 2021–2022. These recognitions underscore his impactful contributions to research and scholarship across Africa.

Top Noted Publications

Title: Application of Frederick Herzberg’s Two-Factor Theory in Assessing and Understanding Employee Motivation at Work: A Ghanaian Perspective
Citations: 597
Year of Publication: 2011

Title: Do Green Knowledge and Attitude Influence the Youth’s Green Purchasing? Theory of Planned Behavior
Citations: 322
Year of Publication: 2020

Title: Green Marketing and the SDGs: Emerging Market Perspective
Citations: 195
Year of Publication: 2022

Title: The Impact of Effective Customer Relationship Management (CRM) on Repurchase: A Case Study of Golden Tulip Hotel (Accra-Ghana)
Citations: 131
Year of Publication: 2012

Title: Stakeholder Role in Tourism Sustainability: The Case of Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum and Centre for Art and Culture in Ghana
Citations: 128
Year of Publication: 2022

Title: The Effect of Sponsorship on Marketing Communication Performance: A Case Study of Airtel Ghana
Citations: 94
Year of Publication: 2012

Conclusion

Prof. George Kofi Amoako stands out as a seasoned academic and thought leader in marketing and strategic management, with a strong reputation for scholarly excellence, institutional leadership, and research innovation. His commitment to knowledge dissemination, student mentorship, and advancing sustainable business practices has made him a key contributor to both academia and industry. With his global academic exposure, extensive publication record, and recognition among top-tier scholars in Africa, Prof. Amoako continues to inspire future generations and shape the trajectory of marketing research in emerging markets.

Dr RICHARD SANCHEZ | Nuclear Engineering | Best Researcher Award |

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Dr. RICHARD SANCHEZ | Nuclear Engineering | Best Researcher Award 

Former research director, at Université Paris-Saclay, France

Dr. Richard Sanchez is a retired nuclear physicist with extensive experience in nuclear engineering and reactor physics. With a distinguished career spanning several decades, he has made substantial contributions to the fields of transport theory, neutron transport methods, and large-scale reactor physics simulations. Throughout his career, Dr. Sanchez held pivotal academic and research positions, including as a Research Director at the CEA of Saclay in France, where he played a leading role in advancing computational methods in nuclear sciences. He has also served as a professor and mentor to numerous Ph.D. students, shaping the next generation of nuclear engineers.

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Education

Dr. Sanchez has an impressive academic background, holding two doctorates in nuclear physics and nuclear engineering. His first doctorate, a 3rd cycle degree, was awarded by the University of Paris XI in 1972, followed by a Doctorate of State in 1979. In 1981, he earned a Ph.D. in nuclear engineering from the University of Washington, establishing him as an authority in the field. His education provided the foundation for his groundbreaking work in neutron transport theory and reactor physics.

Experience

Dr. Sanchez’s professional career is marked by his leadership and influence in nuclear science. He served as the Research Director at CEA (Commissariat à l’Energie Atomique) in Saclay, France, from 2002 to 2016, where he led initiatives in transport theory and numerical methods. Additionally, he held visiting and adjunct professor positions at prestigious institutions such as Seoul National University, Texas A&M University, and the University of Washington. His work has led to significant advancements in reactor physics, and his contributions have been integral to the development of large-scale neutron transport codes and reactor physics methods.

Research Interests

Dr. Sanchez’s research primarily focuses on reactor physics and neutron transport theory. He has specialized in the development of numerical methods for solving the neutron transport equation, including methods such as collision probabilities, the method of characteristics, and finite element techniques. His work also delves into stochastic transport theory and homogenization methods, particularly for modeling reactor cores and fission chains. Dr. Sanchez’s research has played a pivotal role in advancing our understanding of transport in stochastic media and reactor physics.

Awards

Dr. Sanchez has been recognized for his outstanding contributions to nuclear science. In 2009, he received the Gerald C. Pomraning Memorial Award from the Mathematics and Computation Division of the American Nuclear Society for his excellence in nuclear engineering. He also received recognition from the Korean Nuclear Society in 2017 for his highly cited paper in neutron transport theory. These awards highlight Dr. Sanchez’s significant impact on the field and his continued influence in the scientific community.

Top Noted Publications

Title: On the Intermediary Resonance Method and Beyond
Author(s): R. Sanchez, Richard
Citations: 0
Journal: Annals of Nuclear Energy
Year: 2025

Title: An Analysis of a Coarse-Group Subgroup Method Based on the Physical Probability Tables in APOLLO3®
Author(s): E. Rosier, Emeline; L. Mao, Li; R. Sanchez, Richard; L.C. Leal, Luiz Carlos; I. Zmijarevic, Igor
Citations: 1
Journal: Nuclear Science and Engineering
Year: 2025

Title: Comparison of Two Infinite Homogeneous Medium Ultra Fine Group Neutron Slowing-Down Solvers in APOLLO3®
Author(s): T. Lévy, Thierry; L. Mao, Li; R. Sanchez, Richard; C. Jouanne, Cédric; O. Petit, Odile
Citations: 1
Conference Paper
Year: 2025

Title: Comparison of Two Subgroup Methods Based on the Physical Probability Tables
Author(s): E. Rosier, Emeline; L. Mao, Li; I. Zmijarevic, Igor; L.C. Leal, Luiz Carlos; R. Sanchez, Richard
Citations: 0
Conference Paper
Year: 2025

Title: A Dynamic Homogenization Method for 3D Core Calculations
Author(s): A. Galia, Antonio; R. Sanchez, Richard; I. Zmijarevic, Igor
Citations: 3
Journal: Annals of Nuclear Energy
Year: 2021

Conclusion

Dr. Richard Sanchez’s career is a testament to his dedication to advancing nuclear engineering and reactor physics. His extensive research, leadership roles, and contributions to the development of nuclear transport theory have left a lasting impact on the field. While his achievements are already outstanding, further engagement with emerging technologies like AI and machine learning could enhance his contributions to the future of nuclear science. Dr. Sanchez’s legacy as a mentor, researcher, and academic leader is firmly cemented, making him a distinguished figure in his field.

Prof. Dr Elsadig Musa Ahmed | Sustainable Development Goals | Best Researcher Award |

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Prof. Dr Elsadig Musa Ahmed | Sustainable Development Goals | Best Researcher Award | 

Professor , at Multimedia University, Malaysia.

Prof. Dr. Elsadig Musa Ahmed is a distinguished economist and technology management expert, currently serving as a professor at Multimedia University (MMU), Malaysia. Recognized among the World’s Top 2% Scientists by Stanford University, he has made significant contributions to development economics, digital economy, green productivity, and Islamic finance. With over 150 publications in high-impact journals, multiple research grants, and active involvement in global research networks, he has established himself as a thought leader in his field.

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Education 🎓

Prof. Dr. Elsadig holds a Ph.D. in Economics and Technology Management, equipping him with a strong foundation in economic growth, productivity analysis, and financial sustainability. His academic journey has paved the way for his extensive research and teaching career.

Professional Experience 💼

With extensive academic and administrative roles, he has contributed significantly to the Multimedia University (MMU) Senate, Research Ethical Committee, Board of Postgraduates, and research grants panels. He has also served as a consultant on major economic and financial projects in Malaysia and Saudi Arabia. His leadership roles include:

Chairperson of the Center for Globalization and Sustainability Research (CGSR)

Postgraduate Program Coordinator, Faculty of Business, MMU (2006-2014)

Panel Reviewer for Malaysian Ministry of Education Research Grants

Research Interests 🌍

His research spans multiple interdisciplinary domains, including development economics, digital economy, green productivity, Islamic finance, bioeconomy, poverty alleviation, and entrepreneurship. He actively explores the impact of foreign direct investment (FDI), technology, and sustainability on economic growth, aiming to bridge the gap between traditional and modern financial systems.

Awards & Honors 🏆

Prof. Dr. Elsadig has received numerous accolades for his outstanding contributions to research and academia. His notable achievements include:

Best Researcher Award 2024 🏅

Sustainability Pioneers Award 2023 🌱

Outstanding Reviewer Award, Emerald Literati Awards 2021 ✍️

Best Paper Award at Laval University, Canada (2010) 📜

Multimedia University Excellent Research Awards (Multiple Years) 🎖️

Top Noted Publications 📚

Are the FDI Inflow Spillover Effects on Malaysia’s Economic Growth Input Driven? – E.M. Ahmed | Economic Modelling, 2012 | Citations: 197 | Index: Scopus, WoS

The Impact of CO₂ on Economic Growth in ASEAN-8 – H. Borhan, E.M. Ahmed, M. Hitam | Procedia – Social and Behavioral Sciences, 2012 | Citations: 149 | Index: Scopus

The Impact of ICT on East Asian Economic Growth: Panel Estimation Approach – E.M. Ahmed, R. Ridzuan | Journal of the Knowledge Economy, 2013 | Citations: 120 | Index: Scopus, WoS

Factors Influencing Sudanese Microfinance Intention to Adopt Mobile Banking – A. Ammar, E.M. Ahmed | Cogent Business & Management, 2016 | Citations: 115 | Index: Scopus

Green TFP Intensity Impact on Sustainable East Asian Productivity Growth – E.M. Ahmed | Economic Analysis & Policy, 2012 | Citations: 107 | Index: Scopus

Conclusion

Professor Dr. Elsadig Musa Ahmed Mohammed is an exceptionally strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His high-impact publications, research leadership, and global recognition make him highly deserving of this accolade. Addressing the suggested areas for improvement would further enhance his global academic influence.