Prof. Wei Huang | Metabolism | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Wei Huang | Metabolism | Research Excellence Award

Doctor | The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University | China

Wei Huang, a researcher specializing in endocrinology, immunometabolism, and molecular pathophysiology, serves as a leading scholar at his institution, contributing extensively to the study of diabetes, diabetic complications, and epigenetic regulation. Holding advanced degrees in biomedical and life sciences with a focus on metabolic disorders, he has developed a strong academic foundation that supports his multidisciplinary research. His professional experience includes leading and collaborating on numerous projects exploring histone post-translational modifications, inflammatory signaling, kidney injury mechanisms, and metabolic disease therapeutics, alongside active roles in guiding research teams and contributing to scientific program development. Dr. Huang’s research centers on molecular pathways underlying chronic metabolic diseases, with significant contributions to understanding short-chain fatty acids, β-hydroxybutyrate, inflammasome activation, and autophagy regulation; he has produced an extensive body of work comprising over seventy publications with high citation impact, reflecting sustained influence across biomedical research fields. He has received recognitions for scientific excellence and contributes to the global research community through verified peer review for leading journals, editorial responsibilities, and active membership in professional networks. His commitment to advancing medical science is further demonstrated by his engagement in interdisciplinary collaborations and his role in disseminating high-quality scientific knowledge. His publication metrics include a 30 h-index and 2,570 citations, underscoring his scholarly impact.

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Featured Publications

Wei Huang*, Employment at the Affiliated Hospital of Luzhou Medical College, Department of Endocrinology, Luzhou, Sichuan, CN. ORCID: 0000-0002-9744-8762, Profile ID: 201732.

Wei Huang*, Academic training at Luzhou Medical College, Department of Endocrinology, Affiliated Hospital of Luzhou Medical College, Luzhou, Sichuan, CN. Education, Completed.

Wei Huang, Peer review activity covering Ageing Research Reviews (4 reviews). Ageing Res. Rev., Review Contribution.

Wei Huang, Peer review activity for Biochemical Pharmacology (2 reviews). Biochem. Pharmacol., Review Contribution.

Wei Huang, Peer review activity for Genes & Diseases (1 review). Genes Dis., Review Contribution.

Wei Huang, Peer review activity for Heliyon (1 review). Heliyon, Review Contribution.

Wei Huang, Peer review activity for Signal Transduction–related publications (1 review). Signal Transduct., Review Contribution.

Mr. Kamal Deen Moro | Renewable Energy Systems | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Kamal Deen Moro | Renewable Energy Systems | Research Excellence Award

Administration | Northwestern Polytechnical University | China

Kamal Deen Moro is a Graduate Research Assistant at Northwestern Polytechnical University, specializing in applied economics with core expertise in development economics, energy and environmental economics, and financial economics. He holds an MSc in Applied Economics with advanced training in econometrics, statistical modeling, and industrial economics, as well as a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting with strong foundations in microeconomics, quantitative methods, and financial reporting. His professional experience includes supporting research design, conducting literature reviews, analyzing complex datasets, contributing to academic publications, developing grant proposals, and participating in interdisciplinary international projects, complemented by earlier roles in internal auditing, financial administration, and institutional service. His research focuses on renewable energy transitions, environmental sustainability, industrialization dynamics, policy uncertainty, and economic growth, resulting in multiple peer-reviewed publications that examine green technology deployment, environmental Kuznets relationships, hydropower impacts, and cleaner energy transitions. He has led and contributed to student organizations, coordinated projects, and engaged in community education initiatives. Kamal holds professional certifications in data analysis, visualization, and advanced STATA, with additional proficiency in R, EViews, Excel, and Python. His achievements include academic honors, recognition for outstanding participation in international academic programs, and excellence in mathematics. He is also an active member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants Ghana, strengthening his professional engagement. His scholarly contributions are reflected in 21 citations, 7 documents, and an h-index of 2, underscoring his growing impact in the fields of applied and environmental economics.

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Featured Publications

Moro K.D.*, Xi J., Fumey M.P., Awuye S.K., Sackitey G.M. Industrialization, energy demand and environmental pollution nexus in MINT economies: Does cleaner energy transition and environmental technology play a mitigating role? J. Environ. Manage., 2025, 376, 124451.

Moro K.D.* Resource dependencies, market concentration, trade barriers and green technology deployment: A comparative analysis of solar, wind, and hydropower installation patterns. Renew. Energy, 2025.

Prof. Xiaoteng Zhao | Wireline Communication | Excellence in Research Award

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Prof. Xiaoteng Zhao | Wireline Communication | Excellence in Research Award

Professor | Xidian University | China

Professor Xiaoteng Zhao of Xidian University is a leading expert in high-speed data interfaces and chiplet interconnects, recognized for advancing integrated circuit design in next-generation wireline communication systems. He holds advanced degrees in microelectronics and integrated circuit engineering with specialization in high-speed mixed-signal architectures, and his professional experience includes serving as principal investigator for major national research initiatives, directing innovations in reconfigurable chiplet interconnects, multi-level high-speed receivers, and energy-efficient communication circuits. He has led teams in developing record-breaking transceiver designs and contributed extensively to the field through influential publications in premier IEEE venues such as ISSCC, JSSC, CICC, and RFIC. His research spans CDR systems, PLL architectures, frequency dividers, multi-mode EOMs, analog front-end techniques, and wireline link optimization, supported by more than twenty patents and impactful collaborative projects. His achievements have earned multiple honors, including best paper recognition and national-level commendation for semiconductor research advancements. In addition to his technical contributions, he has served on editorial boards, participated in IEEE standardization efforts, taken on TPC roles, and maintained active membership in professional engineering societies, reinforcing his leadership and service to the microelectronics community. Quote 257, h-index 9, i10-index 8.

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Featured Publications

X. Zhao, Y. Dong, Y. Zhang, H. Chang, Y. Qi, Z. Yang, C. Han, H. Liang, Y. Yu, A Full-Rate 8.2-to-15.1-Gb/s Reference-Less CDR using Low-Cost SAR-Based Frequency Acquisition Technique Achieving 265 ns Acquisition Time. Microelectronics Journal, 106944, 2025.

Z. Yang, X. Zhao, H. Sun, X. Su, Z. Dong, Y. Dong, Y. Yu, H. Liang, S. Liu, A 56 Gb/s PAM4 slope-sampling CDR with simultaneous four-output phase interpolator. Microelectronics Journal, 106870, 2025.

J. Liu, X. Su, Z. Yang, Z. Dong, C. Han, X. Zhao, S. Liu, A 7-bit 8 GHz Phase Interpolator With Eight-Phase Output Using a Linear Weighting Scheme Using Only 50% Interpolation Units. Microelectronics Journal, 106874, 2025.

M. Zhang, R. Li, X. Zhao, X. Su, Z. Dong, Z. Yang, H. Su, H. Liang, Y. Yu, S. Liu, Load-Driven Inductive Peaking Design for Broad Band Continuous-Time Linear Equalizer. Microelectronics Journal, 106873, 2025.

Z. Dong, X. Zhao, Z. Yang, X. Su, H. Han, F. Bu, D. Sun, S. Liu, Z. Zhu, A 0.0006-mm² 0.13-pJ/bit 9–21-Gb/s Sub-Sampling CDR with Inverter-Based Frequency Multiplier and Embedded 1:3 DEMUX in 65-nm CMOS. IEEE J. Solid-State Circuits, 2025.

Dr. Louis Kwasi Osei | Energy Storage Systems | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Louis Kwasi Osei | Energy Storage Systems | Editorial Board Member

Technical Advisor | Frankfurt School of Finance and Management | Ghana

Dr. Osei Louis Kwasi is an accomplished energy systems specialist and technical advisor in renewables and green hydrogen, widely recognized for his expertise in power systems, sustainable energy technologies, and low-carbon transition strategies. He holds advanced qualifications in Sustainable Energy Technologies, Energy Systems Engineering with Management, Industrial Mathematics, Electronics and Communication Engineering, and additional certifications in climate and renewable energy finance, project management, and electrical inspection. His professional experience spans advisory, leadership, and technical roles, including guiding hydrogen and solar PV system design, conducting feasibility and techno-economic assessments, overseeing engineering operations, leading maintenance teams, developing energy-efficiency programs, formulating policy frameworks, and training engineers and stakeholders. His research focuses on green hydrogen integration, renewable energy optimization, industrial energy efficiency, and techno-economic modeling, supported by peer-reviewed publications on solar PV systems, hydrogen production, rural electrification, and energy consumption optimization. He has delivered notable achievements in sector analyses, technology demonstrations, energy-efficiency improvements, policy contributions, and successful project supervision. His professional honors include service in key leadership and committee roles, such as acting within engineering examination panels, coordinating hydrogen network initiatives, and contributing to national engineering bodies. A dedicated member of several professional associations, he continues to advance innovation, sustainability, and capacity building within the global energy landscape.

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Featured Publications

Osei Louis Kwasi, Techno-economic viability of decentralised solar photovoltaic-based green hydrogen production for sustainable energy transition in Ghana. Solar Compass, Accepted.*

Osei Louis Kwasi, Techno-economic analysis of a utility-scale grid-tied solar photovoltaic system in Benin Republic. Cleaner Engineering and Technology, Accepted.*

Osei Louis Kwasi, Assessment of crop residues for off-grid rural electrification options in Ghana. Scientific African, Accepted

Prof. Xubin Liu | Smart Grids and Microgrids | Editorial Board Member

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Prof. Xubin Liu | Smart Grids and Microgrids | Editorial Board Member

Professor | Central South University | China

Dr. Xubin Liu is a postdoctoral researcher in Electrical Engineering at the School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, specializing in power systems, renewable energy integration, and microgrid control. He holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Hunan University with joint doctoral training at Tsinghua University, preceded by a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from Northwest University for Nationalities. His professional experience includes leading and contributing to advanced research projects on intelligent distribution networks, multi-energy systems, frequency–voltage coordination, fault current management, energy storage control, and real-time simulation platforms for active distribution networks. Dr. Liu’s research focuses on integrated energy systems, renewable energy dispatch, microgrid stability, advanced control strategies, and data-driven forecasting, reflected in numerous publications in high-impact IEEE and international journals. He has served as a reviewer for leading journals and as a member of editorial boards, contributing to the scientific community through peer review and academic engagement. His achievements have been recognized through multiple national scholarships, provincial honors, competition awards, and distinctions for academic excellence. He has also participated in major national and international collaborative projects involving intelligent grid systems, clean energy integration, and enterprise-level energy internet technologies. Dr. Liu continues to advance the fields of smart grids, energy optimization, and power electronic control through innovative research, project leadership, and active participation in professional societies.

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Featured Publications

Xubin Liu*, Frequency-Voltage synergy support method based on grid strength for VSC-MTDC integrated distributed offshore wind farms. IEEE Trans. Power Syst., 2025, 40(4), 3543–3562.

Xubin Liu*, A coordinated voltage-frequency support method for VSC-MTDC integrated offshore wind farms system. IEEE Trans. Power Syst., 2024, 39(1), 1485–1502.

Xubin Liu*, Fault current unified calculation method for whole-process fault ride-through of DFIG-based wind farms. IEEE Trans. Smart Grid, 2024, 15(1), 485–503.

Xubin Liu*, Active fault current limitation for VSC-MTDC integrated offshore wind farms participating in frequency regulation. IEEE Trans. Sustain. Energy, 2024, 15(2), 773–788.

Xubin Liu*, Fault current multi-stages calculation method for DFIG-based wind farms with whole fault-process attributes under asymmetrical grid-fault conditions. IEEE Trans. Sustain. Energy, 2024, 15(4), 2361–2379.

Dr. Liu Bai | Renewable Energy Systems | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Liu Bai | Renewable Energy Systems | Editorial Board Member

Postdoctoral Fellow | Harbin Institute of Technology | China

Liu Bai is an Assistant Researcher and Postdoctoral Fellow at the Harbin Institute of Technology, specializing in predictability, energy forecasting, solar forecasting, and structural failure prediction, where he contributes to advancing energy meteorology and data-driven engineering analysis. He holds a Ph.D. in Structural Engineering from the Harbin Institute of Technology and a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from Northeast Agricultural University, with academic training that supports his interdisciplinary research spanning renewable energy systems and structural behavior modeling. He also serves as a youth editor for multiple scientific journals, reviews manuscripts for leading international publications in energy and computational fields, and is an active member of professional societies, including roles within the Chinese Particle Society and the Aerosol Professional Committee, demonstrating recognized expertise and service within the research community.

Reviewer (Judge) Summary

Number of Acceptance Requests: 2 (1813 & 1851)

Total Approvals by Judge/Reviewer: 1 (1813)

Not Responded by Judge/Reviewer: 1 (1851)

Not Approved by Judge/Reviewer: 0

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Featured Publications

Liu Bai*, Predictability and forecast skill of solar irradiance across large-scale regions using advanced statistical and machine-learning frameworks. Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews, Accepted.

Liu Bai*, Deep-learning–enhanced solar irradiance prediction and uncertainty quantification based on multi-task and physically constrained modeling approaches. Solar Energy, Accepted.

Liu Bai, Data-driven structural performance assessment and failure prediction of reinforced concrete and masonry systems under complex loading conditions. Structural Concrete, Accepted.

Assist. Prof. Dr. Taame Abraha Berhe | Renewable Energy Systems | Editorial Board Member

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Taame Abraha Berhe | Renewable Energy Systems | Editorial Board Member

Postdoctoral Fellow | Adigrat university | Ethiopia

Taame Abraha Berhe is a Postdoctoral Fellow in Applied and Theoretical Chemistry at a leading institution, specializing in electrochemistry, physical chemistry, materials and energy chemistry, photochemistry, nanotechnology, and advanced characterization techniques. He holds a PhD in Applied Science and Technology, an MSc in Physical Chemistry, and a BEd in Chemistry, building a strong academic foundation that supports his interdisciplinary scientific work. His professional experience includes serving as Assistant Professor, Department Head, and College Dean, alongside extensive teaching and research roles in chemistry and chemical engineering. His research focuses on halide perovskites, sustainable energy materials, surface modification technologies, and nanostructured systems, supported by numerous publications in reputed journals and collaborative projects involving synchrotron radiation facilities. He has contributed significantly to the understanding of material stability, catalytic processes, and energy‐related nanomaterials. Dr. Berhe has been recognized with multiple reviewer excellence awards and has served as reviewer for several international journals, including those under the Royal Society of Chemistry. He also holds editorial board positions in chemistry and applied science journals and actively participates in international scientific committees across major conferences. His professional memberships include the Royal Society of Chemistry, American Physical Society, African Materials Research Society, and multiple global scientific networks, reflecting his commitment to advancing materials science and fostering international research collaboration.

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Featured Publications

Taame Abraha Berhe*, Nano-engineering halide perovskites for energy harvesting, nano-plasmon sensing, and photoflexoelectric applications. Energy Adv., Accepted.

Taame Abraha Berhe*, Croton macrostachyus leaf-mediated biosynthesis of copper oxide nanoparticles for catalytic reduction of organic dyes. Mater. Res. Express., Accepted.

Taame Abraha Berhe*, Multifunctional properties of halide perovskites: coordination engineering, electronic interactions, and advanced energy applications. Inorganics., Accepted.

 

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Saidjon Tavarov | Demand Side Management & Energy Efficiency | Editorial Board Member

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Saidjon Tavarov | Demand Side Management & Energy Efficiency | Editorial Board Member

Associate Professor | South Ural State University (national research university) | Russia

Dr. Saidjon Shiralievich Tavarov, a researcher and faculty member at South Ural State University specializing in power and energy systems, is an expert in electrical load forecasting, distribution network optimization, and energy efficiency. He holds advanced degrees in power engineering with a focus on electrical systems analysis and has previously served at Tajik Technical University, where he contributed to academic instruction, research leadership, and applied energy projects. His professional experience spans modeling urban electrical networks, developing algorithms for consumption management, and improving operational modes of distribution grids, along with leading studies on household energy behavior, uncertainty-based forecasting, and smart-meter-driven control methods. Dr. Tavarov has authored numerous publications in international journals and conferences, covering semiconductor converter modeling, pulse converter efficiency, fuzzy-logic-based forecasting, reliability assessment, and urban grid performance enhancement. His research has supported practical improvements in energy planning, grid stability, and consumption optimization in regions with complex climatic and infrastructural conditions. He has been recognized for his scholarly contributions through active editorial and peer-review roles for leading journals, including Energies, Sustainability, Algorithms, Electric Power Components and Systems, and the World Electric Vehicle Journal. His professional standing is further supported by memberships in academic communities and ongoing contributions to international research collaborations, reflecting his commitment to advancing modern electrical engineering and sustainable energy development.

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Featured Publications

Saidjon Shiralievich Tavarov*, Forecasting average daily and peak electrical load based on monthly consumption data. Electricity, Accepted.

Saidjon Shiralievich Tavarov*, Model of semiconductor converters for simulating asymmetric loads in autonomous power systems. Int. J. Electr. Comput. Eng., Accepted.

Saidjon Shiralievich Tavarov*, Improving energy indicators of pulse converters. Indones. J. Electr. Eng. Comput. Sci., Accepted.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ehsan Akbari | Power Electronics Converters | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ehsan Akbari | Power Electronics Converters | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor | Mazandaran University of Science and Technology | Iran

Dr. Ehsan Akbari is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at the Mazandaran University of Science and Technology, renowned for his expertise in electrical power engineering, power electronics, and modern energy systems. He holds comprehensive academic qualifications spanning bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees in Electrical Power Engineering with focused specialization in power quality enhancement, converter control, smart grids, and renewable energy integration. His professional career includes extensive teaching, research leadership, and contributions to major projects involving flexible AC transmission systems, multilevel converters, grid-connected converter control, micro-grid stability, reactive power management, and harmonics mitigation using advanced hybrid filtering techniques. A highly productive scholar, he has authored numerous books along with hundreds of peer-reviewed publications and has secured multiple patents that reflect his commitment to advancing power system reliability and intelligent energy technologies. His academic service includes organizing and contributing to program committees of various scientific conferences, mentoring emerging researchers, and participating in collaborative initiatives that translate theoretical advancements into practical engineering solutions. Dr. Akbari has earned several scientific and technological achievement awards, complemented by professional memberships, editorial engagements, and recognized contributions to the global power engineering community. Citations 1,206 by 962 documents, 58 documents, h-index 20.

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Featured Publications

Akbari, E.*, Stationary-frame power regulation for controlling grid-connected three-phase modular multilevel converter with low harmonic under unbalanced voltage. Scientific Reports, 2025.

Akbari, E.*, Flexibility regulation-based economic energy scheduling in multi-microgrids with renewable/non-renewable resource and stationary storage systems considering sustainable computing by hybrid metaheuristic algorithm. Sustainable Computing: Informatics and Systems, 2025.

Akbari, E.*, Capabilities of battery and compressed air storage in the economic energy scheduling and flexibility regulation of multi-microgrids including non-renewable/renewable units. Scientific Reports, 2025.

Akbari, E.*, An optimized ANFIS framework for online voltage stability margin estimation in power systems using the novel Solifugae-inspired optimization algorithm and partial least squares-based dimensionality reduction. Measurement, 2025.

 

Mr. Xiangqi Dong | Nanoelectronics & Nanomaterials | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Xiangqi Dong | Nanoelectronics & Nanomaterials | Best Researcher Award

PhD Candidate | Fudan University | China

Xiangqi Dong is a researcher in microelectronics at the School of Microelectronics and the National Key Laboratory of Integrated Chips and Systems at Fudan University, specializing in two-dimensional semiconductors, integrated circuit fabrication, and device–circuit co-optimization. He is pursuing a direct doctoral degree and holds an undergraduate background in Microelectronics Science and Engineering from Northwestern Polytechnical University, with focused academic training in microelectronics and solid-state electronics. His professional experience includes optimizing wafer-scale 2D transistor processes, supervising laboratory tape-out workflows, establishing quality-control procedures, integrating advanced fabrication tools, and leading a research team working on analog circuits and DTCO-driven circuit innovation. His research contributions encompass high-performance 2D gate-stack engineering, sensing-memory-computing fusion devices, neuromorphic electronics, RF systems, and next-generation computing architectures, resulting in significant publications in leading journals, invited conference talks, and contributions to landmark achievements such as 2D microprocessors, high-linearity flash ADCs, and wafer-scale integrated RF transmitters. He has co-filed patents on transistor structures and semiconductor process optimization, and actively participates in academic outreach to promote integrated circuit education. His recognitions include multiple merit-based scholarships and academic excellence awards, reflecting strong research capability and leadership. Citations 92 by 88 documents, 17 documents, h-index 5.

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Featured Publications

Xiangqi Dong, Radiation resistant atomic layer scale radio frequency system for spaceborne communication. Nature, Under review.

Xiangqi Dong, A RISC-V 32-bit microprocessor based on two-dimensional semiconductors. Nature, Published.

Xiangqi Dong, High-linearity flash ADC achieved through design-technology co-optimization based on two-dimensional semiconductors. Science Bulletin, Online.

Xiangqi Dong, A bio-inspired neuron with intrinsic plasticity based on monolayer molybdenum disulfide. Nature Electronics, Published.