Ivan Beloev | Energy Efficiency | Top Researcher Award

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Prof. Ivan Beloev | Energy Efficiency | Top Researcher Award

University of Ruse "Angel Kunchev" | Bulgaria

Prof. Ivan Beloev is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of transport technology and management, currently serving as the Head of the Center for Continuing Education and the Head of the Department of Transport at Ruse “Angel Kanchev” University, where he is also a Professor in Technology and Transport Management. His professional journey at the same institution spans over a decade, beginning as an Assistant in 2014 and progressing through roles as Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor. Prof. Beloev holds a Ph.D. in Transport, Shipping, and Aviation (2014–2015), with a dissertation focused on developing and researching modular systems for combined energy supply and emission monitoring in road transport. He also earned his Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Technology and Management of Transport from Ruse “Angel Kanchev” University. An active contributor to numerous national and international research and educational projects, his work includes initiatives under the Operational Program “Science and Education for Smart Growth” and national programs such as “Low-Carbon Energy for Transport and Household” and “Intelligent Livestock Breeding.” Prof. Beloev has led and participated in projects on multimodal transport technologies, driver training simulators, and digitalization in urban transport systems. His scholarly contributions include co-authoring the monograph Modelling of the Interaction of the Different Vehicles and Various Transport Modes: The Danube River, Multimodality and Intermodality (Springer, 2019), reflecting his commitment to advancing sustainable and intelligent transport systems.

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Featured Publications

"Natural and Waste Materials for Desulfurization of Gaseous Fuels and Petroleum Products.  Fuels, I Iliev, A Filimonova, A Chichirov, A Vlasova, R Kamalieva, I Beloev, 2025"

"Modeling of Measuring Transducers for Relay Protection Systems of Electrical Installations, I Iliev, A Kryukov, K Suslov, N Kodolov, A Kryukov, I Beloev, Y Valeeva, 2025"

"Approach to Optimising and managing warehouse stocks in a car service. Baltic Journal of Economic Studies, I Beloev, D Grozev, 2025"

"Investigation in energy parameters of process of compacted soil transportation by flexible sectional screw conveyor, 24th International Scientific Conference, V Bulgakov, O Glazunova, O Trokhaniak, A Almeida, A Rucins, A Aboltins, 2025"

"Development of a Hybrid Expert Diagnostic System for Power Transformers Based on the Integration of Computational and Measurement Complexes, Energies, I Beloev, ME Alpatov, MS Garifullin, IF Galiev, SF Rakhmankulov, I Iliev, 2025"

Zhaohui Pang | Community Network | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Zhaohui Pang | Community Network | Best Researcher Award

Hunan Institute of Technology | China

Author Profile

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EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Professor Zhaohui Pang began his academic journey with a strong foundation in scientific inquiry and technical education, which eventually led him into the specialized fields of building energy efficiency and water treatment technologies. His passion for research and his commitment to academic excellence marked the early stages of his career, guiding him toward both teaching and applied scientific development. His early pursuits laid a robust groundwork for his extensive involvement in both theoretical and applied scientific research.

PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Over the course of his career, Professor Pang has held several prestigious positions, most notably serving as a Professor and Postgraduate Supervisor for Master's Degree Candidates at the Hunan Institute of Technology. His responsibilities extend beyond classroom teaching into research guidance and project leadership. He has played a pivotal role in overseeing more than 10 significant scientific research and educational reform projects at provincial, ministerial, and higher administrative levels. His professional journey reflects a balanced integration of academic mentorship, research development, and institutional service.

CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS ON COMMUNITY NETWORK

Professor Pang’s primary research areas include building energy efficiency, water treatment theory and technology, and biological networks, especially community networks within the ecological domain. His diverse research has culminated in over 30 peer-reviewed publications, the authorship of two monographs, and editorial contributions to five key academic textbooks. In the domain of innovation, he has secured four national invention patents and eight utility model patents, showcasing a strong commitment to translating theoretical research into practical applications. His recent article, "Bird meta-community functional networks between urban parks and conservation areas," published in Ecological Indicators (2025), highlights his interest in ecological and environmental systems, particularly urban biodiversity and conservation.

IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

The impact of Professor Pang’s work extends into academic, environmental, and technological domains. His scientific leadership has been acknowledged through numerous roles as a review and evaluation expert, including appointments such as a member of the Science and Technology Project Review Expert Database of the Ministry of Science and Technology, Expert of the World Vocational College Skills Competition, and Comprehensive Bidding Evaluation Expert and Construction Project Review Expert of Hunan Province. These roles not only demonstrate his technical credibility but also position him as a trusted evaluator in national-level scientific and educational initiatives.

ACADEMIC CITES AND RECOGNITION

Professor Pang’s academic contributions are recognized through his scholarly publications and the notable awards he has received. He earned the Second Prize of the Hunan Provincial Teaching Achievement Award, reflecting his excellence in pedagogical innovation and impact on teaching outcomes. Moreover, his mentorship has led to student teams winning multiple national-level BIM competition awards, indicating the effectiveness of his guidance and the practical relevance of his training. His work is increasingly cited in research focused on environmental systems, infrastructure efficiency, and community ecology.

LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

Looking ahead, Professor Pang’s legacy is expected to grow through his continued commitment to interdisciplinary research and educational development. His influence is evident in the generation of young researchers he mentors and the practical technologies and methodologies derived from his research. As sustainability and urban ecological concerns become increasingly central to public policy and technological advancement, Professor Pang’s work on energy efficiency, water treatment, and ecological networks will likely gain even more relevance. His blend of academic rigor, innovation, and real-world application positions him as a thought leader poised to make lasting contributions in both academic and practical arenas.

OTHER SIGNIFICANT HIGHLIGHTS

  • Affiliated with Hunan Institute of Technology, contributing significantly to institutional research reputation.

  • Engaged in research within the biological networks domain, with a focus on community networks.

  • Played an essential role in integrating ecological understanding with urban infrastructure planning, particularly through meta-community network analysis.

NOTABLE PUBLICATIONS

"Bird meta-community functional networks between urban parks and conservation areas" 

  • Author: Che Xianli, Peng Wenchaoting, Zhang Min, Tang Haolan, Jiang Jiewei, Xie Wentao, Pang Zhaohui, Zou Fasheng
  • Journal: Education Sciences
  • Year: 2025