Talaat Abdelhamid | Automobile Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Talaat Abdelhamid | Automobile Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Associate Professor  |  University of Milan  |  Italy

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Talaat Abdelhamid is an accomplished researcher in applied and computational mathematics with strong expertise in numerical analysis, inverse problems, and large-scale scientific computing. His professional experience spans academic appointments, postdoctoral and visiting positions, and international research collaborations, contributing to high-impact studies in cardiac bioelectricity modeling, computational fluid dynamics, heat transfer, elasticity imaging, and optimal control of PDE-based systems. His research interests focus on domain decomposition methods, inverse and ill-posed problems, biomedical modeling, and high-performance numerical solvers. He demonstrates advanced research skills in mathematical modeling, algorithm development, finite element methods, optimization techniques, and multidisciplinary simulation. His achievements include multiple competitive research grants, international fellowships, and outstanding academic awards, reflecting sustained scholarly impact and leadership in applied mathematics research. He has achieved 858 Citations, 42 Documents,12h-index.

 

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Energy and Exergy Analysis of Solar Stills with Micro/Nano Particles

– Energy Conversion and Management, 2018 (227 Citations)


Heat Transfer and Flow Around Cylinder: Effect of Corner Radius and Reynolds Number

– International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer, 2021 (108 Citations)


Effect of Cylinder Corner Radius and Attack Angle on Heat Transfer and Flow Topology

– International Journal of Mechanical Sciences, 2020 (97 Citations)

Mehdi Modabberifar | Automobile Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mehdi Modabberifar | Automobile Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Associate Professor | Arak University | Iran

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mehdi Modabberifar is an accomplished researcher with sustained contributions to mechatronic systems, advanced manufacturing, and electrostatic-based actuation technologies, demonstrating a strong balance between theoretical modeling and experimental validation. His professional experience includes active involvement in academic research environments, collaborative projects, and applied engineering studies addressing challenges in precision actuation, robotic manipulation, and smart material systems. His research interests focus on manufacturing processes, mechatronic system design, electrostatic actuators and motors, sensors, gecko-inspired adhesives, robotic grippers, and micro- and nano-scale manipulation, with applications spanning robotics, automation, and intelligent mechanical systems. His research skills encompass system modeling and simulation, actuator and sensor design, experimental mechanics, electrostatic induction mechanisms, robotic end-effector development, data analysis, and performance optimization under varying operational conditions. He has authored a diverse body of peer-reviewed journal and conference publications in reputable international outlets, with several widely cited works on gecko-inspired robotic grippers, electrostatic motors, dielectric sheet conveying, and smart actuator behavior, reflecting both originality and impact. His scholarly output demonstrates interdisciplinary reach across robotics, materials, and manufacturing engineering. Awards and honors include recognition through citation impact and research visibility within his fields of expertise. Overall, his work reflects a consistent trajectory of innovation, methodological rigor, and meaningful contribution to modern mechatronics and intelligent manufacturing research. He has achieved 202 Citations 23 Documents 7 h-index.

 

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Swati Mukhopadhyay | Automobile Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Swati Mukhopadhyay | Automobile Engineering| Research Excellence Award

The University of Burdwan  |  India

Prof. Swati Mukhopadhyay is a leading mathematics researcher known for influential work in fluid mechanics, nanofluid dynamics, and heat-mass transfer, supported by strong analytical, computational, and modeling skills. Her extensive publications, global collaborations, and numerous international recognitions highlight her impact on advanced transport phenomena research. She has achieved 5,847 Citations ,169 Documents,  h-index 45.

 

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Insight into the Forced Convective Radiative Stefan Flow of Nanofluid over an Unsteady Stretched Sheet

– International Journal of Computational Materials Science and Engineering, 2026


Insight into the Forced Convective Radiative Stefan Flow of Nanofluid over an Unsteady Stretched Sheet

– International Journal of Computational Materials Science and Engineering, 2026

Xiaokai Chen | Automobile Engineering | Editorial Board Member

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xiaokai Chen | Automobile Engineering | Editorial Board Member

Research Team Leader | Kunming University of Science and Technology | China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xiaokai Chen is an accomplished associate professor whose work centers on environmental health and safety in automobile cabins, contributing significantly to advancements in indoor air quality control, vehicle cabin pollution assessment, and the development of intelligent purification and safety systems for transportation environments. His professional experience includes long-term research and teaching in heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) engineering, where he has led multiple scientific projects, secured patents on innovative air-purification and disinfection technologies, and produced influential publications spanning air-pollution exposure, vehicle-cabin ventilation optimization, and safety-oriented engineering design. His research interests focus on vehicular environmental safety, pollutant behavior in transportation microenvironments, ventilation and purification system design, and risk assessment models for airborne contaminants affecting drivers and passengers. He demonstrates strong research skills in experimental testing, HVAC system design, pollutant detection and modeling, vehicle-cabin environmental analysis, and safety-oriented engineering optimization. His portfolio also showcases achievements such as contributing to monographs and textbooks, advising students who earned competitive academic recognitions, and guiding graduate researchers into industry sectors including construction, rail, quality supervision, and automotive manufacturing. In addition, he has provided extensive academic and social service as a technical expert in automotive research institutions, a member of key engineering societies, a reviewer for high-impact international journals, and an evaluator for national research foundations and academic competitions. His awards and honors reflect his contributions to technology innovation, student mentorship, research excellence, and professional service, reinforcing his reputation as a dedicated scholar promoting healthier and safer vehicular environments. Overall, his work bridges engineering innovation and public well-being, offering impactful solutions to real-world environmental health challenges in modern transportation systems, while sustaining active engagement in academic, industrial, and societal development. He has achieved 514 Citations, 14 Documents, 8 h-index.

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Featured Publications 

1.Feng, L., Xuan, Z., Zhao, H., Bai, Y., Guo, J., Su, C., & Chen, X. (2014). MnO₂ prepared by hydrothermal method and electrochemical performance as anode for lithium-ion battery. Nanoscale Research Letters, 9(1), 290. Citations: 239.

2. Xu, B., Chen, X., & Xiong, J. (2018). Air quality inside motor vehicles’ cabins: A review. Indoor and Built Environment, 27(4), 452–465. Citations: 141.

3. Chen, X., Zhang, G., Zhang, Q., & Chen, H. (2011). Mass concentrations of BTEX inside air environment of buses in Changsha, China. Building and Environment, 46(2), 421–427. Citations: 80.

4. Chen, X., Feng, L., Luo, H., & Cheng, H. (2014). Analyses on influencing factors of airborne VOCs pollution in taxi cabins. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 21(22), 12868–12882. Citations: 52.

5. Feng, L., Xuan, Z., Bai, Y., Zhao, H., Li, L., Chen, Y., Yang, X., Su, C., Guo, J., et al. (2014). Preparation of octahedral CuO micro/nanocrystals and electrochemical performance as anode for lithium-ion battery. Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 600, 162–167. Citations: 38.

The nominee’s research advances scientific understanding of vehicle-cabin air quality and battery-material performance, addressing critical challenges in public health, environmental protection, and energy storage. His work supports cleaner transportation environments and contributes to the development of safer, more sustainable automotive technologies. Through impactful publications and applied innovation, his research drives progress at the intersection of engineering, society, and global well-being.

 

 

Nashir Umirov | Automobile Awards | Editorial Board Member

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nashir Umirov | Automobile Engineering | Editorial Board Member

Associate Professor | Tashkent Institute of Irrigation and Agricultural Mechanization Engineers National Research University | Uzbekistan

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nashir Umirov is an accomplished engineering researcher and academic leader whose work advances the performance, reliability, and thermodynamic behavior of tractors, automobiles, and grain-processing machinery, with a focus on strengthening agricultural mechanization technologies for modern industry. His professional experience spans extensive teaching, research supervision, and applied engineering work, including several years of scientific and editorial engagement that support the development, evaluation, and dissemination of technical innovations. His research interests center on thermal and dynamic properties of vehicles, efficiency enhancement of automotive systems, and the mechanics of grain-crushing processes in industrial crushers, complemented by strong analytical skills in experimental testing, performance modeling, mechanical system optimization, and technology assessment. He has contributed to more than fifteen notable scientific publications and participated in two important research projects aimed at improving agricultural machine operations and advancing environmentally conscious engineering solutions. His research skills include experimental diagnostics, thermal analysis, vibration and dynamic modeling, mechanical system design, and result interpretation for system improvement. Although he is not affiliated with professional societies, he remains an active contributor to engineering scholarship and a committed mentor to emerging specialists. While awards and honors are not listed, his career reflects sustained professional impact and dedication to advancing engineering science. In conclusion, Nashir Umirov continues to enhance the scientific community through consistent research output, practical innovation, and a strong commitment to the evolution of mechanical engineering within the agricultural sector, reflecting the depth of his expertise and the relevance of his contributions to modern mechanization technologies.He has achieved 34 Citations, 14 Documents, 4 h-index.

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Featured Publications 

Umirov, N., Abdurokhmonov, S., Ganiboyeva, E., & Alimova, Z. (2024). Thermal equilibrium of the tractor and vehicle engines’ cooling systems in agriculture technological processes. BIO Web of Conferences, 105, 05020. (5 citations)

Umirov, N., & Abdurokhmonov, S. (2022). On the de-aeration properties of radiators of the cooling system of engines of cars and tractors. Transportation Research Procedia, 63, 149–153. (5 citations)

Alijanov, D., Abdurokhmonov, S., & Umirov, N. (2020). Methods of regulating the work of units at irrigation pumping stations. IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering, 883(1), 012117. (5 citations)

Li, A., Sultanov, B., Sharipov, Z., & Umirov, N. (2021). Modelling the process of local application of manure under glass crops. IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science, 868(1), 012008. (4 citations)

Umirov, N., & Abdurokhmonov, S. (2021). Algorithm for calculating finned plate radiators for the cooling system of automobile and tractor engines. IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science, 868(1), 012002. (3 citations)

Nashir Umirov’s research strengthens agricultural mechanization by improving the thermal stability, efficiency, and reliability of vehicle and engine cooling systems essential for modern farming. His engineering innovations support sustainable agricultural productivity, reduced energy losses, and enhanced performance of critical agro-industrial machinery. His vision contributes to a future where smarter mechanical systems drive global food security and technological resilience.

Shavkatjon Abdurakhmonov | Automobile Engineering | Editorial Board Member

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Shavkatjon Abdurakhmonov | Automobile Engineering | Editorial Board Member

Associate Professor | Tashkent Institute of Irrigation and Agricultural Mechanization Engineers National Research University | Uzbekistan

Dr. Abdurakhmanov Shavkatjon Khasanovich is a distinguished Associate Professor and PhD scholar renowned for his significant contributions to the field of agricultural mechanization and thermal dynamics within mechanical engineering. Currently serving at the Tashkent Institute of Irrigation and Agricultural Mechanization Engineers, National Research University, he has built a strong academic and research foundation focused on advancing the efficiency, performance, and sustainability of agricultural and automotive systems. His research interests span the thermal-dynamic properties of tractors and automobiles, as well as the optimization of grain crushing processes in crushers—critical areas that bridge agricultural engineering with energy efficiency and mechanical innovation. Over his academic career, Dr. Abdurakhmanov has actively participated in four major research projects and has contributed to over twenty peer-reviewed publications, demonstrating a robust commitment to applied research and practical engineering solutions. His professional experience includes teaching, mentoring, and conducting experimental studies on machine performance under varying operational conditions, thereby strengthening the technological framework for modern agricultural systems. With two years of editorial and research review experience, he brings analytical precision and scholarly rigor to the scientific community. His research skills encompass thermodynamic analysis, mechanical system design, process modeling, and equipment optimization for agricultural production. Dr. Abdurakhmanov’s dedication to advancing sustainable mechanization technologies has earned him recognition for his academic excellence and his role in driving innovation within Uzbekistan’s agricultural sector. His ongoing work continues to contribute to the modernization of agricultural machinery and the improvement of energy efficiency in mechanized systems, aligning with global goals for sustainable development and technological advancement.He has achieved 68 citations, 22 documents, 5h-index.

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Featured Publications 

Akhmetov, A., Botirov, R., & Abdurokhmonov, S. (2020). Mechanism for changing the rear axle clearance of a universal-tiller tractor. IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering, 883(1), 012125.

Umirov, N., Abdurokhmonov, S., Ganiboyeva, E., & Alimova, Z. (2024). Thermal equilibrium of the tractor and vehicle engines’ cooling systems in agriculture technological processes. BIO Web of Conferences, 105, 05020.

Umirov, N., & Abdurokhmonov, S. (2022). On the de-aeration properties of radiators of the cooling system of engines of cars and tractors. Transportation Research Procedia, 63, 149–153.

Abdurokhmonov, S., Alijanov, D., & Ismaylov, K. (2020). Forces affecting the grain movement in the working chamber of the rotary crusher. IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science, 614(1), 012110.

Alijanov, D., Abdurokhmonov, S., & Umirov, N. (2020). Methods of regulating the work of units at irrigation pumping stations. IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering, 883(1), 012117.

 

Dr. Abdurakhmanov Shavkatjon Khasanovich advances the understanding of thermal and mechanical processes in agricultural and automotive systems, contributing to improved efficiency and sustainability in machinery design. His work bridges engineering innovation with practical agricultural applications, enhancing productivity while reducing environmental impact—supporting global progress toward smarter, energy-efficient mechanization

Saint Jacques Le-Majeur MANDELOT-MATETELOT | Powertrain Engineering | Best Innovation Award

Saint Jacques Le-Majeur MANDELOT-MATETELOT | Powertrain Engineering | Best Innovation Award

Research Scholar  |  Pan African University  |  Central African Republic

Mr. Saint Jacques Le-Majeur Mandelot-Matelot is an accomplished civil engineer and academic professional recognized for his expertise in construction management, structural engineering, and sustainable materials. With a strong foundation in civil engineering and extensive leadership experience, he has served as Managing Director of La-Résurrection, overseeing major national and international construction projects involving design, renovation, and structural optimization. His academic and professional trajectory reflects a deep commitment to enhancing infrastructure resilience and sustainability, particularly through his research on the “Effect of Ronier Fiber and Silica Fume on Mechanical and Durability Properties of High-Strength Concrete,” which explores innovative material technologies for high-performance concrete. His research interests focus on advanced construction materials, sustainable infrastructure development, project management, and water and sanitation systems. Skilled in AutoCAD, ArchiCAD, Revit, Artlantis, and Robot, he demonstrates proficiency in structural analysis, geotechnical design, and hydraulic engineering. Beyond his technical expertise, he possesses strong managerial and entrepreneurial capabilities, excelling in tender preparation, cost analysis, and multidisciplinary team coordination. His teaching experience at the University of Bangui highlights his dedication to knowledge transfer, mentoring students in both theoretical and practical aspects of civil engineering. He has published peer-reviewed research articles in reputed journals such as ETASR and Wiley, reflecting his growing contribution to scientific advancement. His professional affiliations with the Order of Civil Engineers of the Central African Republic and the Central African Entrepreneurs Association further underscore his leadership in the engineering community. Among his professional development achievements are certifications in entrepreneurship, innovation, crisis management, and leadership. Through his blend of academic rigor, field experience, and innovation-driven mindset, Mandelot-Matelot continues to contribute to the advancement of sustainable construction and infrastructure systems in Africa and beyond. He has acheived 2 Publications.

 

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Featured Publications

Mandelot-Matelot, S. J. L., Mogire, P., & Odero, B. (2025, March). Performance of alkali treated and untreated Ronier fiber (Borassus aethiopum) on mechanical and durability properties of reinforced concrete. Engineering Reports, 7(3).

Mandelot-Matelot, S. J. L., Mogire, P., & Odero, B. (2025, January 9). Mechanical and durability assessment of concrete reinforced with treated and untreated Ronier fiber (Borassus aethiopum) [Preprint].

Kristaq Hazizi | Automotive Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Kristaq Hazizi | Automotive Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Lecturer in Mechanical and Automotive Engineering  | Coventry University | United Kingdom

Dr. Kristaq Hazizi is a Lecturer in Mechanical and Automotive Engineering at Coventry University, with over 15 years of combined academic and industry experience dedicated to advancing sustainable automotive technologies. He earned his Ph.D. in Automotive Engineering from Coventry University in 2013, where his doctoral research centered on advanced engine simulation and alternative fuels to enhance efficiency and reduce emissions. Professionally, Dr. Hazizi has contributed to both academia and industry by leading research projects on engine modeling, combustion optimization, and the integration of renewable fuels into modern powertrain systems. His research interests lie in engine simulation, hybrid propulsion systems, and low-carbon transportation, areas that align with global efforts to achieve cleaner and more efficient mobility solutions. His research skills include advanced numerical modeling, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), thermodynamic analysis, and applied experimental testing for engine performance evaluation. Dr. Hazizi has successfully secured competitive research funding and has collaborated with international teams to promote sustainable energy solutions. His publications appear in reputed IEEE and Scopus-indexed journals and conference proceedings, reflecting a growing influence in the automotive engineering field. In addition to research, he is an active mentor to students, guiding projects and theses in sustainable mobility, and has contributed to professional communities as a member of IEEE and SAE. Dr. Hazizi has received recognition for his academic excellence and contributions to advancing green automotive technologies, including institutional awards for research innovation and teaching. His dedication to bridging research with practical applications demonstrates his commitment to both scientific advancement and societal impact. With a vision to expand international collaborations and publish in more high-impact journals, Dr. Hazizi continues to shape the future of sustainable transportation research, with 17 citations, 4 published documents, and an h-index of 2.

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Featured Publications

Hazizi, K., & Ghahleeh, M. (2023). Design and analysis of a typical vertical pressure vessel using ASME code and FEA technique. Infrastructures, 7(3), 78. Cited by: 22

Hazizi, K., Ramezanpour, A., Costall, A., & Asadi, M. (2019). Numerical analysis of a turbocharger compressor. E3S Web of Conferences, 95, 04008. Cited by: 6

Gophane, I., Dharashivkar, N., Mulik, P., & Patil, P. (2024). Analysis of pressure vessel. Indian Journal of Science and Technology, 17(12), 1148–1158. Cited by: 2

Hazizi, K., Ghahleeh, M., & Rasool, S. (2023). Analytical and numerical investigation of fatigue life in rectangular plates with opposite semicircular edge single notches. Applied Engineering, 4(3), 948–973. Cited by: 1

Hazizi, K., Ghahleeh, M., & Rasool, S. (2023). Analytical and numerical investigation of fatigue life in rectangular plates with opposite semicircular edge single notches. Preprints, 2023080788. Cited by: 1