Mi Tian- Technological Networks- Best Researcher Award

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Mi Tian- Technological Networks- Best Researcher Award

Dr. Mi Tian holds the position of Senior Lecturer and Director of Postgraduate Research in the
Department of Engineering at the University of Exeter, where her focus lies on hydrogen energy,
specifically in the field of solid-state hydrogen storage and transportation. Since her affiliation with the
UoE in 2020, Dr. Tian has been instrumental in securing upwards of £2.7 million in research funding,
with nearly £1 million attributed to her direct initiatives as PI and an additional £1.7 million as Co-I.
Her academic contributions encompass 36 publications in reputable journals, an H-index of 20, two
patents, and a notable contribution to a sector-relevant book. Her recognition in the Top 50 Women in
Engineering in 2020 and subsequent honour as one of the EPSRC Women in Engineering Ambassadors
in 2023 not only underscore her personal achievements but also reflect her commitment to promoting
equality, diversity, and inclusion within the engineering field.

🌐 Professional Profile

Educations📚📚📚

She holds a Ph.D. in Hydrogen Storage from the University of East Anglia, UK, building upon her prior academic achievements. Her journey began with a BEng in Environmental Engineering from Beijing University of Technology, China, where she laid the groundwork for her passion for environmental sciences. Subsequently, she pursued an MSc by Research in Environmental Sciences at the University of East Anglia, further honing her expertise in this field. With each degree, she delved deeper into her fascination with environmental issues, culminating in her doctoral research focused on hydrogen storage, a crucial aspect of renewable energy technology. Through her academic endeavors, she has become a dedicated scholar contributing to the advancement of sustainable solutions for the future.

Awards

She has garnered notable recognition for her contributions to engineering and sustainability, earning accolades such as being named one of the Top 50 Women in Engineering for Sustainability in 2020. Her commitment to advancing the role of women in engineering was further underscored by her appointment as an EPSRC Women in Engineering Ambassador, a position she has held since 2023. Additionally, her expertise and dedication to her field have led to her induction as a Fellow of the Institute of Materials, Minerals, and Mining (IOM3) in 2022, a prestigious honor reflecting her standing among her peers. Through her advocacy, leadership, and scholarly achievements, she continues to inspire and drive positive change in the realms of engineering and environmental sustainability.

 

Academic experience

She brings a wealth of professional experience to her current role as Senior Lecturer and Director of PGRs at the University of Exeter, UK, where she has been serving since 2022. Prior to her current position, she served as a Lecturer at the same institution from 2020 to 2022, where she demonstrated her commitment to academic excellence and student development. Before joining the University of Exeter, she contributed to groundbreaking research as a Research Associate at the University of Bath, UK, from 2017 to 2020. Throughout her career, she has been dedicated to pushing the boundaries of knowledge in her field, fostering the growth of the next generation of researchers, and making impactful contributions to academia and beyond.

Achievements

• Established the Hydrogen Storage Lab at the University of Exeter with 5 PGRs, 2 PDRAs and 1
Research Fellow.
• Secured over £2.7 million in research funding as PI and Co-I from prestigious bodies.
• Published 36 research papers in renowned journals and holds two patents in her field.
• Recognized as one of the Top 50 Women in Engineering
• Honoured as one of EPSRC Women in Engineering Ambassadors.

📝🔬Publications📝

Vatis Christian Kemezang – Environmental economics – Best Researcher Award

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Vatis Christian Kemezang – Environmental economics – Best Researcher Award

Mr. Vatis Christian Kemezang  distinguished academic and researcher in the field Environmental economics. He has also completed several professional development courses in scientific writing, statistical analysis, and the use of statistical software. Kemezang is a native French speaker, with a strong command of the English language, and is a member of several professional organizations, including the Network of Young Economists of the ECA. He is a respected researcher and educator in his field, and is well-known for his expertise in economics and sustainable development. In his free time, Kemezang enjoys traveling and learning about new cultures, and is passionate about finding ways to make a positive impact on the world.

🌐 Professional Profile

Educations📚📚📚

He is currently pursuing his PhD in Economics at the University of Douala in Cameroon. Prior to this, he completed his Master of Science in Monetary and Banking Economics in 2018, also at the University of Douala. His undergraduate studies led to a Bachelor of Science in Money, Banking, and Finance from the University of Dschang in 2015. His academic journey began with earning his Baccalaureate A4 in 2012 from Lycee Bilingue de Bépanda in Douala, Cameroon.

 

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

He has held various teaching positions in academia. Since 2019, he has been serving as a Lecturer at the Institut Universitaire des Grandes Écoles des Tropiques (IUGET), where his responsibilities include teaching courses in Banking and Finance, preparing and assessing exams, supervising students in their research projects, and participating in pedagogical projects and academic event organization.

In 2020, he also worked as a Lecturer at the Institut Catholique de Bafoussam (ICAB), where he taught courses in Capital Market and was involved in exam preparation and assessment.

Additionally, from 2020 to 2022, he served as a Part-time Lecturer at the Institut Universitaire de Technologie de Douala (IUT) in Cameroon. In this role, he taught courses in DUT, FI at the Department of GLT, facilitated seminars and practical work, monitored and evaluated students, and contributed to pedagogical projects and academic event organization.

 

CERTIFICATS

He has obtained several certificates covering a range of topics. In 2023, he completed a certificate on preparing an inventory of greenhouse gases under the Enhanced Transparency Framework by the FAO. In 2022, he earned a certificate from IDEP (CEA) on “The African Continental Free Trade Area: The Role Of Parliament and other non-state actors.” Further, he attended sessions on scientific article writing and scientific writing methodology and principles, including fraud detection tools, interpretation, and eliminating similarities. These sessions were conducted by the Institut de Recherche pour le Développement and the Transport and Applied Logistics Laboratory at the University of Douala, respectively.

Moreover, he has engaged in online learning through platforms like OpenClassrooms. He completed courses on various subjects such as initiating R language programming, creating clear and impactful statistical reports, inferential statistics, analyzing and modeling time series, and mastering the basics of probability. These certificates demonstrate his commitment to continuous learning and skill development in diverse areas related to his field.

📝🔬Publications📝🔬

1. Climate mitigation technology for holistic resource management in sub-Saharan Africa:
Impact on greenhouse gas emissions
Energy and Climate Change
2024-04 | Journal article
DOI: 10.1016/j.egycc.2024.100135
CONTRIBUTORS: Ivette Gnitedem Keubeng; Vatis Christian Kemezang
2. An insight on non-standard asset pricing: does COVID-19 matter in the crypto-asset
market?
SN Business & Economics
2024-02-07 | Journal article
DOI: 10.1007/s43546-023-00616-z
Part of ISSN: 2662-9399
CONTRIBUTORS: Prince HIKOUATCHA; Guillaume Tchoffo; Vatis Christian Kemezang;
Jules Roger Feudjo
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3. Balancing short-term costs and long-term benefits: an analysis of the impact of
hydroelectric power generation on electricity prices volatility in Cameroon
Sustainable Energy Research
2024-02-05 | Journal article
DOI: 10.1186/s40807-024-00099-y
Part of ISSN: 2731-9237
CONTRIBUTORS: Etienne Bienvenu Akono; Vatis Christian Kemezang
4. Measuring market risk with GARCH models under Basel III: Selection and application
on German firms
SN Business & Economics
The revised manuscript is currently being under review
CONTRIBUTORS: Vatis Christian Kemezang ; Djou Ilaire, Ivette Keubeng Gnitedem
5. How energy transition and FinTech influence the income inequality in Sub-Saharan
Africa: Evidence from panel-corrected standard errors approach
Next Energy
The second revised manuscript is currently being under review
CONTRIBUTORS: Etienne Bienvenu Akono; Vatis Christian Kemezang
6. Balancing environmental sustainability and international trade: A dynamic analysis of
factors influencing renewable energy generation in Cameroon
Environment, Development and Sustainability
The revised manuscript is currently being under review
CONTRIBUTORS: Etienne Bienvenu Akono; Vatis Christian Kemezang
7. Reducing price volatility in Sub-Saharan Africa through agricultural productivity:
Evidence from a panel data analysis
Next Energy
The second revised manuscript is currently being under review
CONTRIBUTORS: Etienne Bienvenu Akono; Ivette Keubeng Gnitedem; Vatis Christian