Mr. Ahmad Alqatamin | Solar Energy | Young Scientist Award

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Mr. Ahmad Alqatamin | Solar Energy | Young Scientist Award

PhD | Xi'an Jiaotong University | China

Dr. Ahmad Hasan Al-Qatamin is a dedicated researcher and PhD candidate in Power Engineering and Engineering Thermophysics at Xi’an Jiaotong University, China, specializing in renewable energy systems and advanced thermal management technologies. He holds dual Master’s degrees in Renewable Energy Engineering from Alhussien Bin Talal University and Mechanical Engineering from Southwest Jiaotong University, along with a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (HVAC) from Xi’an Jiaotong University. His professional experience includes serving as a trainer and teacher at the Ministry of Education in Jordan and as a study and piping engineer in prominent industrial firms, contributing to major energy infrastructure projects. Dr. Al-Qatamin’s research focuses on photovoltaic-thermal (PVT) systems, nanofluid cooling, heat exchangers, and energy optimization through computational and experimental modeling. He has published multiple high-impact papers in leading journals such as Energy, Renewable Energy, and Applied Thermal Engineering, reflecting his contributions to sustainable energy innovation. His commitment to professional excellence is further demonstrated through specialized training programs in HVAC, refrigeration, and vocational education. Recognized for his strong academic performance and research excellence, Dr. Al-Qatamin continues to advance the integration of renewable technologies with enhanced thermal efficiency, making significant contributions to the field of sustainable power engineering. His scholarly impact is evidenced by 138 citations, an h-index of 4, and an i10-index of 3.

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Featured Publications

Ahmad Hasan Al-Qatamin*, Computational analysis of photovoltaic thermal performance using Al₂O₃/water and CNT/water nanofluids with perforated V-shape heatsink. Energy, 2025.

Ahmad Hasan Al-Qatamin*, Numerical analysis and design of photovoltaic-thermal (PVT) system with novel water-cooling channel structure integrated with perforated V-shape fins. Renewable Energy, 2025.

Ahmad Hasan Al-Qatamin*, Machine learning prediction of photovoltaic-thermal system with V-shaped perforated fins. Applied Thermal Engineering, 2024.

Ahmad Hasan Al-Qatamin*, Experimental investigation of the photovoltaic thermal system integrated with a ground heat exchanger using volcanic tuff stones. Applied Thermal Engineering, 2024.

Ahmad Hasan Al-Qatamin, Su J., Al-Khashman O.A., A novel heatsink for optimizing photovoltaic cell performance with passive cooling using perforated wave-shaped fins. ASME Journal of Solar Energy Engineering, 2025.

 

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.

Dr. Jaynos Cortes | Renewable Energy Systems | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Jaynos Cortes | Renewable Energy Systems | Best Researcher Award

Faculty Researcher | North Eastern Mindanao State University-Lianga Campus | Philippines

Dr. Jaynos is a Faculty Member at the Department of Fisheries Sciences, College of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences, North Eastern Mindanao State University, specializing in aquaculture, aquatic health management, and sustainable fisheries. He holds a Ph.D. in Aquaculture and Aquatic Resources Management from the Asian Institute of Technology, a Master’s in Fisheries Management major in Aquaculture Technology from Davao del Norte State College, and a Bachelor of Science in Fisheries from North Eastern Mindanao State University. With extensive professional experience as faculty, researcher, and project collaborator in international initiatives on aquaculture sustainability, climate resilience, and aquatic biodiversity, he has contributed significantly through leadership roles, curriculum development, and community-based fisheries programs. His research focuses on crustacean nutritional physiology, tilapia culture, aquaculture health, and the impacts of climate change, with several publications in peer-reviewed journals and active participation in international conferences. He has served as a reviewer and editorial board member for multiple Scopus- and WoS-indexed journals, and as a judge in global academic conferences. Dr. Cortes has been recognized with the Yang Yi Young Scientist Fellowship Award, as well as scholarships and fellowships for his doctoral studies. He is an active member of professional organizations including the European Aquaculture Society, Malaysian Fisheries Society, Global Seafood Alliance, and the National Research Council of the Philippines. His exemplary blend of academic excellence, research innovation, and professional service highlights his commitment to advancing sustainable aquaculture and fisheries science globally.

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Featured Publications

Jaynos R. Cortes*, Natural rubber trade and production toward sustainable development goals: A global panel regression analysis. ABAC J., 2024, 44(4), Article 61.

Jaynos R. Cortes*, Dietary supplementation with seaweed extracts: Impact on growth, hematology, and physiology of Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus). Res. Adv. Chall. Agric. Sci., 2024, 6, 168–185.

Jaynos R. Cortes, Servant and ethical leadership as antecedent to employees’ job satisfaction at the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources in Caraga Region, Philippines. J. Public Adm. Public Aff. Manag., 2023, 21(2), 169–169.

Jaynos R. Cortes, Climate-related risk management practices in pond-based tilapia culture: A case study of the small-scale fish farmers of Agusan del Sur, Philippines. Bio Web Conf., 2023, 74, 01014.

Jaynos R. Cortes, Homoplastic hypophysation of African catfish (Clarias gariepinus, Burchell 1822) using catfish pituitary gland with coconut water as extender agent. Asian J. Fish. Aquat. Res., 2023, 25(3), 123–129.