Konstantinos Blazakis | Engineering | Research Excellance Award

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Dr. Konstantinos Blazakis | Engineering | Research Excellance Award

Adjunct professor | Hellenic Mediterranean University | Greece

Dr. Konstantinos Blazakis is an electrical and computer engineer and AI researcher specializing in smart energy systems, renewable energy analytics, and advanced machine learning. His work integrates artificial intelligence, quantum machine learning, and power systems, with a strong focus on electricity theft detection, forecasting, and smart grid optimization. He has advanced academic training in electrical and computer engineering, smart grid measurement processing, and applied mathematics and physics, enabling a multidisciplinary approach to energy challenges. His professional background spans university-level teaching, EU-funded renewable energy and photovoltaic research projects, smart grid resilience studies, and contributions to industrial photovoltaic installations and power network design. His research interests include machine learning and deep learning for energy forecasting, smart meter data analytics, quantum neural networks, vehicle-to-grid modeling, and energy market analysis, as well as emerging nanoelectronic devices for next-generation sensing and computing. His work supports the development of resilient, intelligent, and low-carbon energy infrastructures.

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Ehsan Khajavian | Engineering | Research Excellance Award

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Mr. Ehsan Khajavian | Engineering | Research Excellance Award

Research Assistant | Ferdowsi University of Mashhad | Iran

Mr. Ehsan Khajavian is a materials and corrosion engineer with strong academic and industrial expertise in corrosion protection, electrochemical analysis, and surface engineering. He holds advanced training in corrosion and protection of materials and materials and metallurgical engineering, with a focus on electrochemical methods, microstructural engineering, and functional surface fabrication. His experience spans academic laboratory supervision, teaching support, and senior industrial roles in technical engineering, metallurgy, and equipment refurbishment. He has contributed to international journals and industrial R&D projects involving corrosion-resistant coatings, casting systems, surface modification, electrochemical instrumentation, and production-line optimization. His research interests center on corrosion science, electrochemical characterization techniques, functional and superhydrophobic surfaces, nanostructured coatings, friction stir processing, and applied corrosion engineering, integrating laboratory-scale research with real-world industrial challenges to deliver durable and scalable materials solutions.

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Afera Halefom Teka | Engineering | Research Excellance Award

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Mr. Afera Halefom Teka | Engineering | Research Excellance Award

Afera Halefom Teka | University of Chinese Academy of Sciences | Ethiopia

Mr. Afera Halefom Teka is a researcher specializing in cartography, geospatial analysis, hydrology, and land–environment interactions, with strong expertise in GIS, remote sensing, and water resources modeling. His work addresses land use change, hydrological processes, watershed vulnerability, and environmental sustainability across diverse landscapes. With experience in academic teaching, research leadership, and interdisciplinary collaborations, he contributes to evidence-based geospatial solutions for climate resilience, watershed management, and sustainable land–water governance. His research applies spatial modeling, multi-criteria evaluation, machine learning, and advanced cartographic visualization to examine land use dynamics, climate variability, soil erosion risk, groundwater potential, and environmental change detection. He has also taken part in international trainings, conferences, and collaborative projects advancing geospatial applications for disaster risk reduction and resource planning. His contributions have been recognized through academic distinctions, research committee leadership roles, competitive training selections, and conference acknowledgments.

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Zhi Zong | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Zhi Zong | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Fuyao University of Science and Technology | China

Professor Zhi Zong is an internationally acclaimed researcher in naval architecture, ocean engineering, computational mechanics, and fluid–structure interaction, widely recognized for his influential contributions to marine hydrodynamics and advanced numerical simulation. With 334 publications, 5,653 citations, and an h-index of 38 (Scopus), his research covers underwater explosion (UNDEX) physics, nonlinear water waves, bubble dynamics, vortex-induced vibration (VIV), unsteady cavitation, water-entry dynamics, and high-fidelity computational fluid mechanics, employing cutting-edge techniques such as SPH, DEM, and data-driven modeling. He has authored over 460 scientific papers, including more than 230 SCI-indexed articles, and has been continuously listed among the Top 2% Scientists globally (2021–2025). His seven authoritative monographs published with Elsevier, Taylor & Francis/CRC, and Science Press span differential quadrature methods, solitary wave theory, computational underwater explosion mechanics, and bubble damage modeling. Professor Zong’s research has significantly advanced understanding of shock loading on marine structures, hydrodynamic impact, cavitating and multiphase flows, ice–structure interactions, ship motion reduction, and complex multi-physics simulations, with many of his highly cited publications regarded as landmark contributions to SPH modeling, multiphase flow analysis, UNDEX damage prediction, and VIV dynamics.

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Featured Publications 

• Liu, M. B., Liu, G. R., Lam, K. Y., & Zong, Z. (2003). Smoothed particle hydrodynamics for numerical simulation of underwater explosion. Computational Mechanics, 30(2), 106–118.

• Liu, M. B., Liu, G. R., Zong, Z., & Lam, K. Y. (2003). Computer simulation of high explosive explosion using smoothed particle hydrodynamics methodology. Computers & Fluids, 32(3), 305–322.

• Zong, Z., & Zhang, Y. (2009). Advanced differential quadrature methods. Chapman and Hall/CRC.

• Chen, Z., Zong, Z., Liu, M. B., Zou, L., Li, H. T., & Shu, C. (2015). An SPH model for multiphase flows with complex interfaces and large density differences. Journal of Computational Physics, 283, 169–188.

• Zhang, Y. Y., Wang, C. M., Duan, W. H., Xiang, Y., & Zong, Z. (2009). Assessment of continuum mechanics models in predicting buckling strains of single-walled carbon nanotubes. Nanotechnology, 20(39), 395707.

Jingyi Gao | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Jingyi Gao | University of Virginia | United States

Ms. Jingyi Gao | University of Virginia | United States

Jingyi Gao is a Ph.D. candidate in Systems and Information Engineering at the University of Virginia with a 3.75 GPA, focusing on time series prediction, Bayesian probabilistic modeling, and federated learning. She holds an M.S. in Applied Mathematics and Statistics from the Johns Hopkins University (GPA 3.9) and dual bachelor’s degrees in Mathematics–Computer Science and Economics from the University of California, San Diego. Jingyi has extensive teaching experience, serving as a teaching assistant at UVA where she has instructed over 1,000 students across multiple courses in statistical modeling, data mining, AI, and big data systems, and previously supported courses at Johns Hopkins and UC San Diego. She has mentored underrepresented students through the Data Justice Academy and completed research internships at the University of Pittsburgh and Tencent, developing machine learning models for stress detection, healthcare data analysis, and cloud resource forecasting. Jingyi has authored several publications, including work accepted by Pattern Recognition and under review at AAAI and IISE Transactions. Her recent projects involve designing deep latent variable models for ergonomic risk assessment, developing real-time adaptive prediction frameworks for occupational health monitoring, creating federated learning approaches for multi-output Gaussian processes, and modeling behavioral regularity and predictability from multidimensional sensing signals. Combining expertise in machine learning, statistical modeling, and data-driven decision systems, Jingyi aims to advance human-centered intelligent systems through interpretable and privacy-preserving predictive modeling.

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Gao, J., Rahman, A., Lim, S., & Chung, S. TimeSets: A real-time adaptive prediction framework for multivariate time series (Manuscript under review at the Association for the Advancement of Artificial Intelligence).

Gao, J., Lim, S., & Chung, S. Gait-based hand load estimation via deep latent variable models with auxiliary information (Manuscript under review at IISE Transactions).

Gao, J., & Chung, S. Federated automatic latent variable selection in multi-output Gaussian processes (Accepted for publication in Pattern Recognition)*.

Gao, J., Yan, R., & Doryab, A. Modeling regularity and predictability in human behavior from multidimensional sensing signals and personal characteristics. Proceedings of the International Conference on Machine Learning and Applications (ICMLA). Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

Chen, T., Chen, Y., Gao, J., Gao, P., Moon, J. H., Ren, J., … & Woolf, T. B. Machine learning to summarize and provide context for sleep and eating schedules. bioRxiv.

Nan Li | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Nan Li | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Associate researcher at erospace Information Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China

Dr. Nan Li is an accomplished Associate Researcher at the State Key Laboratory of Transducer Technology, Aerospace Information Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Sciences. With a strong interdisciplinary foundation in biomedical engineering and automation, she specializes in developing microfluidic-based nucleic acid and immunoassay detection systems. Dr. Li has contributed significantly to the advancement of rapid, portable, and sensitive diagnostic technologies, many of which are aimed at point-of-care and field diagnostics for infectious diseases. Her work is deeply rooted in translational research, seamlessly integrating microengineering, biotechnology, and clinical diagnostics.

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🎓 Education

Dr. Nan Li received her Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from the prestigious Tsinghua University in 2022, after completing her undergraduate degree in Automation from the Beijing Institute of Technology in 2016. During her doctoral studies, she focused on the development of centrifugal microfluidic platforms and integrated biosensing systems, gaining critical experience in both academic research and real-world biomedical applications. Her academic journey laid the groundwork for a career dedicated to creating impactful diagnostic tools for global healthcare needs.

💼 Experience

Dr. Li currently serves as an Associate Researcher at the Chinese Academy of Sciences, where she leads projects under the State Key Laboratory of Transducer Technology. She has also been actively involved in collaborative efforts with academic and industrial partners to translate laboratory innovations into commercial and clinical applications. In addition to her research responsibilities, Dr. Li contributes to scholarly activities as a journal reviewer for Microsystems & Nanoengineering and Current Analytical Chemistry. She has also delivered oral presentations at prominent international conferences such as Transducers 2025 and IEEE Sensors 2024, further reflecting her stature in the field.

🔬 Research Interests

Dr. Li’s core research interest lies in microfluidic technology for nucleic acid amplification, multiplex detection, and point-of-care diagnostics. She is particularly focused on developing integrated fluidic systems that are capable of rapid, accurate, and simultaneous detection of multiple pathogens or biomarkers. Her work often involves combining engineering principles such as centrifugal force and Euler force with advanced biochemical assays like LAMP and CRISPR. This interdisciplinary approach enables her to create portable diagnostic tools with immense potential in epidemic control, food safety, and personalized medicine.

🏆 Awards

Dr. Nan Li’s exceptional work has earned her several prestigious honors, including the Outstanding Reviewer Award from Microsystems & Nanoengineering in 2024. She was recognized as one of the Outstanding Graduates in Beijing in both 2016 and 2022. She also received the First Prize of Tsinghua University Comprehensive Scholarship in 2020 and the Gold Star Distinguished Research Award from the Biochip (Beijing) National Engineering Research Center in 2018 and 2020. Earlier in her academic journey, she was a recipient of the Tsinghua Future Scholar Scholarship, an award conferred upon top-performing doctoral candidates.

📚 Publications

Among Dr. Li’s numerous scientific publications, the following seven represent high-impact research in her field:

  1. Tianping Zhou, Nan Li* (2025). Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical. “Shockproof magnetofluidic multiplex nucleic acid system” – DOI: 10.1016/j.snb.2025.138139.

  2. Nan Li# et al. (2025). Biosensors & Bioelectronics, “Chip-based universal strategy for multiplex PCR”, Vol. 269, 116921.

  3. Bin Xiao# et al., Nan Li* (2024). Food Chemistry, “Toothpick DNA extraction with LAMP platform”, Vol. 460, 140659.

  4. Jiajia Liu# et al., Nan Li# (2024). Small Methods, “One-pot multiplex virus detection”, Vol. 8, 2400030. (Cover Article).

  5. Nan Li# et al. (2022). Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical, “Euler force-assisted sequential liquid release”, Vol. 359, 131642.

  6. Nan Li et al. (2022). Lab on a Chip, “Fully integrated SNP genotyping for hearing loss”, Vol. 22(4): 697–708. (Cover Article).

  7. Nan Li# et al. (2021). Microsystems & Nanoengineering, “Raw-sample-in multiplexed detection system”, Vol. 7(1): 94.

These works are widely cited and demonstrate her contributions to practical innovations in diagnostic technologies.

✅ Conclusion

Dr. Nan Li’s trajectory exemplifies a dedicated and forward-thinking researcher whose work merges engineering innovation with biomedical applications. Through her trailblazing research in microfluidic systems and portable diagnostics, she has not only addressed pressing needs in healthcare but also helped shape the future of rapid disease detection. Her consistent output of high-impact publications, international recognition, and impressive list of awards collectively make her a deserving candidate for a Best Paper Award. Dr. Li’s blend of creativity, precision, and practical implementation reflects the qualities that such an award seeks to honor.

Karla Filian | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs Karla Filian |  Engineering |  Best Researcher Award

Graduate student in the Master’s program in Earth Sciences,  at Faculty of Engineering in Earth Sciences, ESPOL Polytechnic University,  Ecuador

Karla Filian Haz is a graduate student pursuing a Master’s in Earth Sciences at ESPOL Polytechnic University. With a background in Mining Engineering, she works as a Project Analyst, contributing to research and academic initiatives in Earth Sciences. Her research focuses on environmental pollution mitigation, water treatment technologies, and sustainable engineering solutions. She has co-authored two indexed journal articles and two conference papers, collaborating with international institutions such as Ghent University and the Mexican Geological Survey. Her work aims to develop innovative solutions for environmental management in mining and water treatment.

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Academic & Professional Background:

Mining Engineer pursuing a Master’s in Earth Sciences at ESPOL. Currently a Project Analyst, contributing to research, academic initiatives, and program coordination in Earth Sciences. Expertise in event organization, documentation management, and compliance.

Research & Innovations:

  • Research Projects: 4
  • Publications: 2 indexed journal articles, 2 conference papers
  • Citations: h-index: 1, Citations: 2
  • Collaborations: Ghent University (Belgium), Catholic University of Santiago de Guayaquil, Universidad del Pacífico (Ecuador), Mexican Geological Survey (SGM)

Research Areas:

Environmental engineering, pollution mitigation in mining, water treatment technologies, sustainable engineering solutions.

Key Contributions:

Research on environmental pollution, tailing dam risks, and desalination optimization using advanced membranes. Findings contribute to sustainable solutions for water treatment and environmental management in the mining industry.

Publication Top  Notes:

Title: Assessment of Environmental Pollution and Risks Associated with Tailing Dams in a Historical Gold Mining Area of Ecuador
Authors: B. Salgado-Almeida, A. Briones-Escalante, D. Falquez-Torres, E. Peña-Carpio, S. Jiménez-Oyola
Journal: Resources (2024)
Citations: 1