Dr. Qin Ni | High-Efficiency Thermal Management Technology | Rising Star in Research Award

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Dr. Qin Ni | High-Efficiency Thermal Management Technology | Rising Star in Research Award

Post Doctor|Nanjing Tech University | China

Dr. Qin Ni is a Postdoctoral Researcher in Heat and Mass Transfer Enhancement Technology and Equipment at Nanjing Tech University, specializing in Power Engineering and Engineering Thermophysics. She earned her Ph.D. from Nanjing Tech University and completed combined Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Structural and Electromagnetic Compatibility Design at Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics. Prior to academia, she served as Assistant Director of Structural and Thermal Design at Nanjing Panda Handa Technology Co., Ltd., where she gained extensive experience in engineering innovation and leadership. Dr. Ni’s research focuses on enhanced heat transfer mechanisms, gas–liquid separation surface design, and spray cooling technologies for high-power electronic systems. Her groundbreaking work on gas–liquid separation structures and self-driven droplet technologies has advanced the understanding of energy–mass transport and improved cooling efficiency under high heat flux conditions. She has authored multiple SCI-indexed papers in leading journals such as Applied Thermal Engineering and International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer. Dr. Ni has presided over several national and provincial projects and actively contributes to collaborative research on high-entropy alloy coatings and solar-powered CO₂ conversion systems. Her outstanding achievements have earned her the Outstanding Youth Talent Award, Green Manufacturing Scientific Progress Award (First Prize), and Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation Award. Recognized for her academic excellence and research leadership, Dr. Qin Ni has 71 citations, 11 publications, and an h-index of 5.

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Featured Publications

Ni, Qin*, New insights into intermittent spray cooling for high-power electronics applications. Appl. Therm. Eng., 2025, 261, 125148.

Ni, Qin*, Experimental and computational investigation on synergistic enhancement spray cooling using micropillars and capillary-driven wicking hybrid structures. Int. J. Heat Mass Transf., 2023, 217, 124643.

Ni, Qin*, Experimental study on heat transfer performance using a hybrid cooling method combined of a flat-plate heat pipe and spray cooling. Therm. Sci. Eng. Prog., 2023, 46, 102200.

Ni, Qin*, Fabrication of micro-channel for 3D heterogeneous-wettability surfaces by plasma-electrochemical complex energy-field machining. Appl. Surf. Sci., Under Review.

Ni, Qin*, Study on spray cooling heat transfer enhancement mechanisms based on capillary imbibition and evaporation models. Int. Commun. Heat Mass Transf., Under Review.

Mohamed Taieb Krakdia | Smart Grids and Microgrids | Innovative Research Award

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Mr. Mohamed Taieb Krakdia | Smart Grids and Microgrids | Innovative Research Award

Mohamed Taieb Krakdia | Proceeds, Energies, Environment and Electrical Systems (PEESE) | Tunisia

Mr. Mohamed Taieb Krakdia is a Distinguished Senior Professor at the Ministry of Education, Tunisia, specializing in electrical engineering and renewable energy systems. He holds a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from Université Elhadj Lakhder, Algeria, and a Professional Master’s in Renewable Energies and Energy Efficiency from ISET Tunisia, and is currently pursuing doctoral research focused on optimizing renewable energy resources in microgrids. His professional career spans over two decades, during which he has served as Senior Professor Emeritus, Principal Teacher, and Senior Secondary School Teacher, contributing extensively to academic instruction, curriculum development, and mentoring of future engineers. His research interests include microgrid optimization, renewable energy integration, and advanced control systems, resulting in notable publications such as studies on sliding-mode and Lyapunov-based control for DC microgrids and hybrid photovoltaic-wind generation systems with fuel cells and battery storage. Mohamed Taieb’s contributions extend beyond teaching and research, including leadership in educational programs, project development, and participation in professional knowledge-sharing platforms. He has been recognized for his academic excellence through professional certifications such as CAPES and has engaged in editorial and peer-review activities, further strengthening the research community. His dedication to innovation, research, and education positions him as a valuable contributor to advancing sustainable energy technologies and academic excellence.

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Featured Publications

Krakdia, M.T.*, Sliding-Mode and Lyapunov Function Based Control for a DC Microgrid with Renewable Generation, a Solid Oxide Fuel Cell and Battery Storage. In: Advances in Renewable Energy Systems, Springer, 2024, DOI:10.1007/978-981-97-6148-7_16.

Krakdia, M.T.*, Control for a DC Microgrid for Photovoltaic–Wind Generation with a Solid Oxide Fuel Cell, Battery Storage, Dump Load (Aqua-Electrolyzer) and Three-Phase Four-Leg Inverter (4L4W). Clean Technol., 2025, 7(3), 79

Krakdia, M.T., Optimization of Renewable Energy Resources in a Microgrid (PhD Research Work). ENIG, Tunisia, 2020.

Krakdia, M.T., Renewable Energies and Energy Efficiency: Professional Master’s Thesis, ISET Sidi Bouzid, Tunisia, 2019.

Krakdia, M.T., Electrical Engineering Engineer’s Thesis. Université Elhadj Lakhder Batna, Algeria, 2008.

Kewei Lin | Renewable Energy Systems | Best Researcher Award

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Kewei Lin | Renewable Energy Systems | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology | Taiwan

Dr. Ke-Wei Lin is an Assistant Professor at the National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, specializing in hydrogen energy systems, fuel cells, and clean transportation technologies. He holds a Ph.D. in System and Naval Mechatronic Engineering, as well as M.S. and B.S. degrees in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, all from National Cheng Kung University. Dr. Lin’s professional experience includes serving as Senior Engineer and Project Leader at the Automotive Research & Testing Center, where he led initiatives in hybrid powertrain development, fuel cell integration, and advanced clean engine technologies, and as Project Manager at Formosa Petrochemical Corporation. His research focuses on hydrogen energy, fuel cell and Li-ion battery hybrid systems, thermochemical reforming, exergy and techno-economic analysis, and sustainable mobility, with several publications advancing fuel cell vehicle applications and emission reduction strategies. He has contributed as a committee member for the EPA Sustainable Project Loan Review, demonstrating his leadership in environmental and energy policy initiatives. Dr. Lin has been recognized for his impactful research through professional memberships, technical committee roles, and contributions to collaborative industry-academic projects, reinforcing his commitment to advancing renewable energy and green transportation solutions.

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Featured Publications

  1. Lin K.W.*, Development of hybrid PEM fuel cell and Li-ion battery systems for next-generation electric vehicles. Int. J. Hydrogen Energy, 2024, Accepted.

  2. Lin K.W.*, Wu H.T., Chen C.Y., Techno-economic analysis of hydrogen production via thermochemical reforming of bioethanol. Energy Convers. Manag., 2023, 297, 117454.

  3. Lin K.W.*, Yang M.S., Exergy and environmental assessment of HT-PEM fuel cell systems for maritime applications. Appl. Energy, 2023, 341, 121052.

  4. Lin K.W.*, Liu P.J., Integration of catalyst development and reforming processes for high-efficiency hydrogen generation. Fuel Process. Technol., 2022, 234, 107339.

  5. Lin K.W.*, Chen S.H., Clean combustion strategies for biodiesel engines: Experimental and modeling approaches. Renew. Energy, 2021, 180, 890–902.