Utku Zeybekoğlu – Global climate change – Best Researcher Award

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Utku Zeybekoğlu – Global climate change – Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Utku Zeybekoglu  distinguished academic and researcher in the field Global climate Change.

🌐 Professional Profile

Educations📚📚📚

Utku Zeybekoğlu pursued his education and training with a focus on civil engineering and business administration. From 2016 to 2021, he completed a Philosophy of Doctorate in Civil Engineering at Ondokuz Mayis University, Graduate School in Samsun, Turkey. Prior to that, from 2015 to 2016, he earned a Master of Science in Civil Engineering from Pamukkale University, Graduate School of Natural and Applied Sciences in Denizli, Turkey. His academic journey in civil engineering began with a Bachelor’s degree from Pamukkale University, Faculty of Engineering, Department of Civil Engineering, which he completed from 2009 to 2014. Simultaneously, Utku expanded his academic pursuits by obtaining a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Anadolu University, Faculty of Business Administration, Department of Business Administration, in Eskisehir, Turkey, from 2015 to 2019. Additionally, from 2010 to 2015, he completed an undergraduate degree in Public Relations and Advertising at Anadolu University, Faculty of Open Education, Department of Marketing and Advertisement, also in Eskisehir, Turkey.

Experience

Utku Zeybekoğlu has built a robust career in academia, currently serving as an Assistant Professor (Ph.D.) at Sinop University Boyabat Vocational School of Higher Education in Boyabat, Sinop, Turkey, a position he has held since 2023. Prior to this role, he was a Lecturer (Ph.D.) at the same institution from 2021 to 2023. Before earning his doctorate, he worked as a Lecturer (M.Sc.) from 2017 to 2021 at Sinop University Boyabat Vocational School of Higher Education, demonstrating his commitment to education and continuous professional development.

📝🔬Publications📝🔬
  • Gunduz, F., & Zeybekoglu, U. (2024). Analysis of temperature and precipitation series of
    Hirfanli Dam Basin by Mann Kendall, Spearman’s Rho and Innovative Trend Analysis. Turkish
    Journal of Engineering. 8(1), 11-19. https://doi.org/10.31127/tuje.1177522
  • Kir, G., Ulke Keskin, A., & Zeybekoglu, U., (2023). Clustering of Black Sea Region Stations Using KMeans, Fuzzy CMeans and Silhouette Index Analysis Methods. Resilience Journal, 7(2), 325-337.
    https://dx.doi.org/10.32569/resilience.1336940
  • Selçuk Öztürk, D., Ülke Keskin, A., & Zeybekoğlu, U. (2023). Meteorological and Hydrological
    Drought Analysis of The Kızılırmak Basin. Black Sea Journal of Agriculture, 6(4), 427-438.
    https://doi.org/10.47115/bsagriculture.1307148
  • Kir, G., Ülke Keskin, A., & Zeybekoğlu, U. (2023). Clustering of precipitation in the Black Sea
    Region with by Fuzzy C-Means and Silhouette Index Analysis. Black Sea Journal of
    Engineering and Science, 6(3), 210-218. https://doi.org/10.34248/bsengineering.12967344
  • Kir, G., Ülke Keskin, A., & Zeybekoğlu, U. (2023). Clustering of Black Sea Region Meteorology
    Observation Stations Using Wind Speed Values. Ordu University Journal of Science and
    Tecnology, 13(1), 44-58. https://doi.org/10.54370/ordubtd.1275677
  • • Ülke Keskin, A., Kir, G., & Zeybekoğlu, U. (2023). Evaluation of The Homogeneity and Trends
    of Precipitation, Temperature and Wind Speed Parameters in The Black Sea Region. Journal
    of Sustainable Engineering Applications and Technological Developments, 6(1), 129–145.
    https://doi.org/10.51764/smutgd.1260628
  • Zeybekoglu, U. (2023). Temperature series analysis of the Hirfanli Dam basin with the MannKendall and Sequential Mann-Kendall Tests. Turkish Journal of Engineering. 7(4), 306-313.
    https://doi.org/10.31127/tuje.1145716
  • Zeybekoglu, U., & Ulke Keskin, A. (2022). Homogeneity Analysis of Turkish Rainfall Intensity
    Series. Journal of Sustainable Engineering Practices and Technological Developments, 5(2),
    123-137. https://doi.org/10.51764/smutgd.1097444
  • • Aktürk, G., Zeybekoglu, U., & Yildiz, O. (2022). Drought Investigation Using SPI and SPEI
    Methods: A Case Study in Kırıkkale. International Journal of Engineering Research and
    Development, 14(2), 762-776. https://doi.org/10.29137/umagd.1100886

Erdiwansyah – Science and Technology – Best Researcher Award

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Erdiwansyah – Science and Technology – Best Researcher Award

Dr. Erdiwansyah  distinguished academic and researcher in the field Science and Technology. He has been involved in significant research projects, including the production of bio-coke from palm oil solid waste as a high-calorie and environmentally friendly fuel, a project spanning from 2022 to 2024. Additionally, he worked on developing biomass stove innovations using agricultural waste to fry chips in the Saree community of Aceh Besar.

 

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Educations📚📚📚

He holds a PhD in Renewable Energy and Technology from Universitas Syiah Kuala in Banda Aceh, Indonesia. He also earned a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the same institution. His academic journey began with a Bachelor’s degree from the Faculty of Engineering at Universitas Serambi Mekkah, also located in Banda Aceh, Indonesia.

Research Area

Renewable Energy, Biomass, Energy Conversions, Combustion, Biodiesel, Technology Renewable Energy.

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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.

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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.

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Mingxuan Mao – Photovoltaic Power Generation – Best Researcher Award

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 Assoc Prof Dr. Mingxuan Mao   distinguished academic and researcher in the Photovoltaic Power Generation. He has a rich and diverse academic background, spanning across several prestigious institutions and roles. Beginning his journey as a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Imperial College London, UK, from April 2021 to March 2023, he honed his skills and expertise in his field. Prior to that, he served as a Postdoctoral Fellow and later as an Associate Professor and Deputy Dean of the Power Electronics and Power Transmission Department at Chongqing University, China, from January 2018 to April 2021. Currently, he holds the position of Associate Professor at the School of Automation, Wuxi University, China, starting from September 2023. With his extensive experience and academic contributions, he continues to make significant strides in the realm of automation and electrical engineering.

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Educations📚📚📚

He pursued an extensive educational journey, consolidating his expertise in control theory, engineering, and automation. His academic endeavors began with a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and Automation from the School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering at Chongqing University of Arts and Sciences (CUAS), China, where he graduated in June 2012. Subsequently, he embarked on his doctoral studies, specializing in Control Theory and Control Engineering, at the School of Automation, Chongqing University (CQU), China, obtaining his PhD in December 2017. During this time, he also engaged in enriching experiences as a Visiting Graduate Student at WISE, Xiamen University, China, in July 2015, and at the Automotive Engineering College, Tsinghua University, China, in July 2013. Building on his doctoral research, he pursued a Joint PhD program at the School of Electronic and Electrical, University of Leeds, UK, from June 2016 to June 2017. His educational journey reflects a steadfast commitment to academic excellence and a deepening understanding of his field.

Supervision

He has been actively involved in mentoring and guiding graduate students at the Electrical Engineering Department of Chongqing University (CQU). Taking on the role of Graduate Student Guidance, he has supervised the academic progress of Siyu Chen and Zhao Xu, both pursuing Master of Science degrees starting from the fall semester of 2023, as well as Xinying Feng, Fuping Ma, Pengyan Li, and Liuqing Zhao, who are postgraduate students in the same department. Additionally, he has provided co-guidance to several PhD candidates, including Chen Zheng (since fall 2018), Qianjin Zhang (since fall 2020), Bao Xie (since fall 2020), Haixiao Li (since spring 2021), and Gaofeng Hao, all within the Electrical Engineering Department at CQU. Moreover, he has also mentored Yihao Wan, who commenced his Master of Science studies in the fall of 2019, and Siyu Z, whose academic journey under his guidance reflects his commitment to fostering the development of future scholars in the field of electrical engineering.

Research Interest

His research interests encompass a broad spectrum within the realm of electrical engineering, with a focus on various aspects of power electronics, control theory, and artificial intelligence. Specifically, he delves into the intricacies of power electronics topology and control mechanisms tailored for Solar PV Power Generation systems. Additionally, he is deeply engaged in exploring advanced control theories and system identification methodologies, translating theoretical frameworks into practical implementations with real-world applications. Furthermore, he demonstrates a keen interest in leveraging Artificial Intelligence techniques, particularly evolutionary optimization algorithms and deep learning methodologies, to address contemporary challenges in the field. Through his interdisciplinary approach, he continually seeks innovative solutions to enhance the efficiency and performance of electrical systems while contributing significantly to the advancement of research in these domains.

Main Project Experience

Throughout his tenure as a Research Fellow, Mr. Mao has been actively engaged in several projects spanning various facets of power electronics and renewable energy systems. As the Director of the first project, sponsored by the National Natural Science Foundation of China, he led research efforts focusing on the optimization strategies of photovoltaic arrays installed on highway pavements under dynamic random vehicle shading. This involved modeling and analyzing pavement PV panels based on vehicle traffic flow theory, as well as designing offline optimization configurations and maximum power point tracking strategies using data-driven approaches and autonomously evolving algorithms.

In another project, also directed by Mr. Mao and sponsored by the Chongqing Postdoctoral Science Foundation, he explored research on photovoltaic DC pooling topology and active fault-tolerant control mechanisms amidst local power attenuation. This endeavor entailed designing DC boost collecting systems for large photovoltaic power stations, establishing fault expert databases, and devising fault prediction and processing schemes based on data analysis technologies.

Additionally, Mr. Mao played a core role in projects investigating the aging laws and reliability evaluation methods of key components in large capacity power electronic equipment, as well as the impact analysis and control methods for photovoltaic power generation systems under the hot spot effect. These projects, sponsored by various entities including the National High Technology Research and Development Program of China and the National Natural Science Foundation of China, involved modeling PV panels under the hot spot effect, developing AI techniques for control, and implementing wireless detection methods for PV panel hot spots.

Furthermore, he contributed as a core participant in a project sponsored by the Major State Basic Research Development Program, focusing on advanced control techniques for new energy power systems. In this project, he delved into multi-agent control in nonlinear systems, stabilization problems with constrained states, and various other unknown issues, showcasing his diverse expertise and commitment to advancing the field of renewable energy systems.

📝🔬Publications📝🔬
J1] Mingxuan Mao*, Li Zhang, Han Huang, et al. Maximum power exploitation for grid-connected PV system under fast-varying solar irradiation levels with modified salp swarm algorithm[J]. Journal of Cleaner Production, 2020, 268:
122158.
[J2] Mingxuan Mao*, Siyu Chen, Jinyue Yan. Modelling pavement photovoltaic arrays with cellular automata[J]. Applied Energy, 2023, 330: 120360.
[J3] Mingxuan Mao*, Xinying Feng, Tommy WS Chow. A Convolutional Neural Network Based Maximum Power Point Voltage Forecasting Method for Pavement PV Array. IEEE Transactions on Instrumentation & Measurement,
2022, 72: 1-9.
[J4] Lining Wang, Mingxuan Mao*, Jili Xie, et al. Accurate solar PV power prediction interval method based on frequency-domain decomposition and LSTM model[J]. Energy, 2022: 125592.
[J5] Mingxuan Mao*, Zhao Xu, Jianghao Li, et al. A Phase-shifting DC-link Voltage Control Strategy for Parallel Inverters to Suppress Interharmonics in PV Systems[J]. IEEE Journal of Emerging and Selected Topics in Power Electronics,
2023, 11(3): 3163-3172.
[J6] Mao M*, Zhang L, Duan P, et al. Grid-connected modular PV-Converter system with shuffled frog leaping algorithm based DMPPT controller[J]. Energy, 2018, 143: 181-190.
[J7] Li H, Mao M*, Guo K, et al. A decentralized optimization method basedtwo-layer Volt-Var control strategy for the integrated system of centralized PV plant and external power grid[J]. Journal of Cleaner Production, 2021, 278:
123625.
[J8] Mao M*, Zhang L, Duan Q, et al. Multilevel DC-link converter photovoltaic system with modified PSO based on maximum power point tracking[J]. Solar Energy, 2017, 153: 329-342.
[J9] Mao M*, Zhang L, Yang L, et al. MPPT using modified salp swarm algorithm for multiple bidirectional PV-Ćuk converter system under partial shading and module mismatching[J]. Solar Energy, 2020, 209: 334-349.
[J10] Mao M*, Zhou L, Yang Z, et al. A hybrid intelligent GMPPT algorithm for partial shading PV system[J]. Control Engineering Practice, 2019, 83: 108-115.
[J11] Mao M*, Cui L, Zhang Q, et al. Classification and summarization of solar photovoltaic MPPT techniques: A review based on traditional and intelligent control strategies[J]. Energy Reports, 2020, 6: 1312-1327.
[J12] Mao M*, Duan Q, Zhang L, et al. Maximum power point tracking for cascaded PV-converter modules using two-stage particle swarm optimization[J]. Scientific Reports, 2017, 7(1): 1-10.
[J13] Wan Y, Mao M*, Zhou L, et al. Review on topology-based dc short-circuit fault ride-through strategies for MMC-based HVDC system[J]. IET Power Electronics, 2019, 13(2): 203-220.
[J14] Zhang Q, Mao M*, Ke G, et al. Stability problems of PV inverter in weak grid: a review[J]. IET Power Electronics, 2020, 13(11): 2165-2174.
[J15] Zhang Q, Zhou L, Mao M*, et al. Power quality and stability analysis of large‐scale grid‐connected photovoltaic system considering non‐linear effects[J]. IET Power Electronics, 2018, 11(11): 1739-1747.

Zehra Ural Bayrak – Technological Networks – Best Researcher Award

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 Zehra Ural Bayrak – Technological Networks

Prof Dr. Zehra Ural Bayrak  distinguished academic and researcher in the field  Technological Network.  Her academic achievements, she has enriched her expertise through various scholarly endeavors. As a Research Scholar at the University of Michigan, MI, USA, she contributed to advancements in her field from November 2010 to October 2011. Furthermore, she broadened her horizons through an Erasmus Teaching Staff Mobility program at the University of Applied Science in Zwickau, Germany, in November 2018. These experiences have not only bolstered her knowledge but also enhanced her ability to collaborate internationally and contribute to the global academic community.

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Educations📚📚📚

She holds a Ph.D. in Electrical-Electronics Engineering from Firat University, earned between 2007 and 2014. Prior to that, she completed her Master of Science degree in the same field at Dicle University from 2004 to 2007. Her academic journey commenced with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical-Electronics Engineering at Firat University, where she graduated in 2004.

International conference

She has actively participated and presented her research findings at numerous international conferences and symposiums, showcasing her expertise and contributions to the field of electrical engineering, particularly focusing on fuel cell systems and renewable energy technologies.

Throughout her academic career, she has made significant contributions to various aspects of PEM (Proton Exchange Membrane) fuel cells, including dynamic simulation, mathematical modeling, design, and application areas. Her research endeavors have been recognized at prestigious events such as the II. International Hydrogen Energy Congress&Exhibition in Istanbul, the 10th International Conference on Clean Energy in Famagusta, N. Cyprus, and the ICRERA conferences held in Madrid, Spain, and Milwaukee, USA.

Additionally, she has explored the integration of fuel cells with other renewable energy sources, such as photovoltaic cells and micro-hydro power plants, demonstrating her commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions. Her work extends beyond theoretical studies, as evidenced by her involvement in simulation and experimental studies, as well as the design of power management systems for residential solar-hydrogen power plants.

Furthermore, she has applied her expertise to innovate in the realm of hybrid power systems for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), presenting her designs and performance analyses at international symposiums such as the International Symposium on Sustainable Aviation in Istanbul.

Her research also delves into optimization techniques, such as chaos embedded particle swarm optimization, for parameter estimation in PEM fuel cell models, highlighting her proficiency in applying advanced methodologies to enhance system efficiency.

Overall, her extensive participation in international conferences and symposiums underscores her dedication to advancing the field of renewable energy and fuel cell technology through rigorous research, innovative designs, and collaborative efforts within the global academic community.

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