Jingjing Jiang | Environmental Science | Innovative Research Award

Dr. Jingjing Jiang | Environmental Science | Innovative Research Award 

Dr. Jingjing Jiang | Jilin University | China

Prof. Jingjing Jiang is a distinguished scholar and researcher serving as a Professor, Doctoral Supervisor, and Deputy Director of the Department of Environmental Engineering at Jilin University, China. She obtained both her Master’s and Doctoral degrees from Jilin University, where she has built a notable academic and research career dedicated to advancing environmental sustainability through cutting-edge wastewater treatment technologies. As a Tang Aoqing Young Scholar and recognized Young Growth Science and Technology Talent of Jilin Province, Prof. Jiang represents a new generation of scientific leadership committed to integrating innovation with environmental protection. Her primary research focus centers on transmembrane ion transport for wastewater treatment, addressing complex challenges related to pollution control, resource recovery, and sustainable water management. Over the years, she has successfully completed or is currently leading 15 major research projects, including prestigious grants from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) and the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation. These projects highlight her expertise in advanced membrane materials, electrochemical processes, and nanotechnology applications for efficient and sustainable environmental remediation. Prof. Jiang’s academic output reflects both productivity and impact. She has authored or co-authored 49 peer-reviewed journal publications in high-impact outlets indexed in SCI and Scopus, covering interdisciplinary themes across materials science, nanotechnology, and environmental engineering. Her research has been cited over 2,000 times, indicating the global recognition and influence of her work, and she maintains an impressive h-index of 25, showcasing her consistent scholarly excellence and contribution to the field. In addition to her journal articles, Prof. Jiang has published one academic book (ISBN-registered) and holds nine patents, many of which address innovative technologies for water purification and pollutant degradation. Her professional influence extends beyond research and teaching. Prof. Jiang serves on the Young Editorial Boards of several reputable international journals, including Nano-Micro Letters, Research, Water Purification Technology, and Carbon Neutralization, among others. These editorial appointments signify her leadership role in shaping emerging research directions in environmental engineering and sustainable technologies. She is also an active young member of the Jilin Provincial Society of Environmental Science and Engineering, contributing to regional academic development and professional collaboration. Prof. Jiang has established strong collaborative partnerships, notably with the National Natural Science Foundation of China Joint Fund, fostering interdisciplinary and cross-institutional innovation. Her outstanding achievements have earned her several honors, including the Jilin Provincial Natural Science Award and the prestigious Ogano Award.

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Featured Publications

Jiang, J., Zhang, Y., Liu, Y., … Dong, S. (2025, March). Selective activation of peroxymonosulfate through gating heteronuclear diatomic distance for flexible generation of high-valent cobalt-oxo species or sulfate radicals.

Sun, T., Liu, Y., Li, J., … Dong, S. (2025, March). Radical and nonradical cocatalysis induced by asymmetric medium-spin cobalt single atom for water decontamination.

Jiang, J., Liu, S., Zhao, B., … Dong, S. (2025, February). Angstrom confinement-triggered adaptive spin state transition of CoMn dual single atoms for efficient singlet oxygen generation.

Zhao, Z., Jiang, J., Zhou, D., & Dong, S. (2025, January). Microalgal-based urea wastewater treatment with p-hydroxybenzoic acid enhances resource recovery and mitigates biological risks from Bisphenol A.

Liu, Y., Jiang, J., Li, T., … Dong, S. (2024, December). Tuning charge distribution for synergistic enhancement of internal electric field in BiOCl via phosphorus–vanadium dual-doping.

Fu, S., Dong, S., Cao, T., … Zhou, D. (2024, October). The transition metal composition could promote α-Fe₂O₃ catalytic ozonation at mild condition by improving electron transfer.

Jiang, J., Yue, C., Niu, S., … Dong, S. (2024, May). Gradient graphitic carbon rings induce successive built-in electric field for photo-Fenton-like reaction.

Hanin Othman | Environmental Science and Smart Technology | Young Researcher Award 

Ms. Hanin Othman | Environmental Science and Smart Technology | Young Researcher Award 

Ms. Hanin Othman | Pennsylvania State University | United States

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Early Academic Pursuits

Ms. Hanin Othman began her academic journey with a strong foundation in architecture and design. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering from The Hashemite University, Jordan in 2014, where she graduated among the top students in her class and received multiple honors, including the Best Graduation Project Award. Her academic excellence continued through her Master of Science in Architectural Engineering from The University of Jordan in 2019, where her thesis publication earned the Best Master Thesis Published Paper Award. Building upon these achievements, she is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Architecture (Sustainability) at Pennsylvania State University, USA. Her educational path reflects a consistent dedication to research and innovation at the intersection of environmental science and smart technology.

Professional Endeavors

Ms. Othman’s professional journey is marked by her deep involvement in academia, research, and creative technology. At Penn State University, she serves as a Graduate Teaching Assistant, instructing courses such as Basic Design and Research and Sustainable Architecture I & II. She is also the Artist and Maker in Residence at the Learning Factory, where she designs and leads workshops on low-cost IoT-based environmental monitoring systems using Arduino. Her earlier professional experience includes working as an Architect and Design Studio Supervisor at The Hashemite University, and as an Architect at Ruba Hosuah for Engineering. These roles allowed her to integrate sustainability principles with modern design methods, reinforcing her commitment to environmental science and smart technology.

Contributions and Research Focus

Ms. Hanin Othman’s research lies at the dynamic intersection of environmental science and smart technology, with a particular focus on sustainability, digital fabrication, and sensing technologies in architecture. Her doctoral research emphasizes the development of IoT-based indoor air quality monitoring systems, integrating mobile platforms, robotic sensing, and data-driven optimization techniques. She also explores urban microclimates, vegetation impacts, and thermal comfort using simulation tools such as ENVI-met, Design Builder, and CFD modeling. Additionally, her work in robotic fabrication bridges computational design with traditional craftsmanship, pushing the boundaries of sustainable architectural innovation.

Impact and Influence

Ms. Othman has made a remarkable impact both as a researcher and an educator. Her innovative approach to integrating environmental science and smart technology into architecture has influenced sustainable design practices and academic pedagogy. She has been recognized through numerous awards, including the ICDS Rising Researcher Award (2025–2026), Fox Scholar Award (2025), Sustainability Graduate Student Award Nomination (2024–2025), and the Artists and Makers in Residence Program (2024–2025). Her teaching contributions at Penn State University have inspired many students to embrace interdisciplinary and environmentally responsive design approaches.

Academic Cites

Ms. Othman’s research contributions have been featured in conferences, workshops, and institutional publications, reflecting the growing academic acknowledgment of her work. Her studies in environmental science and smart technology have attracted attention for their real-world applicability and technological innovation. Through her participation in Penn State’s Institute for Computational and Data Sciences (ICDS) and Hamer Center for Community Design, she has collaborated on projects that integrate digital twins, IoT networks, and data-driven environmental monitoring   all contributing to the broader academic discourse on sustainable and smart architectural systems.

Legacy and Future Contributions

Looking forward, Ms. Hanin Othman’s legacy will be defined by her contributions to sustainable architectural research and the advancement of environmental science and smart technology. Her ongoing projects, such as TwinSight: A Data-Driven Digital Twin Framework for Human-Centric Health Monitoring, highlight her vision for human-centered, data-driven, and equitable environmental design. As she continues to mentor students and collaborate across disciplines, her influence will extend to shaping the next generation of architects and environmental technologists. Her long-term goal is to pioneer scalable, low-cost sensing and smart systems that redefine sustainability in architecture.

Environmental Science and Smart Technology

Ms. Hanin Othman’s research integrates Environmental Science and Smart Technology through IoT-based sensing systems, robotic fabrication, and data-driven environmental design. Her interdisciplinary approach to Environmental Science and Smart Technology bridges architecture, engineering, and sustainability, redefining how design responds to ecological and technological challenges. The future of Environmental Science and Smart Technology continues to evolve through her innovative contributions, academic leadership, and commitment to global sustainable development.

Featured Publications

Othman, H., & Alshboul, A. A. (2020). The role of urban morphology on outdoor thermal comfort: The case of Al-Sharq City–Az Zarqa. Urban Climate, 34, 100706.

Othman, H., Azari, R., & Guimarães, T. (2024). Low-cost IoT-based indoor air quality monitoring. Technology|Architecture + Design, 8(2: Coding), 250–270.

Othman, H., Sieves, G., Guimarães, T., & Azari, R. (2025). A calibration chamber framework for low-cost indoor air quality sensor validation. Building and Environment, 113856.

Othman, H., Sieves, G., Guimaraes, T., & Azari, R. (2024). Development of a calibration chamber to evaluate the performance of a low-cost IAQ sensing device. In SIGraDi 2024 - Biodigital Intelligent Systems Conference 1.

Othman, H., & Azari, R. (2023). Exploring low-cost sensors for indoor air quality (IAQ) monitoring: A review of stationary and mobile sensing systems. In Proceedings of the 11th International Conference of the Arab Society 

Imam, C. A., Othman, H. A. S., & Çapunaman, Ö. B. (2023). Robotic plaster carving: Formalizing subtractive detailing of plaster surfaces for construction and crafts. In 41st Conference on Education and Research in Computer Aided Architectural

Mr. James Adolphus | Environmental Policy | Best Researcher Award

Mr. James Adolphus | Environmental Policy | Best Researcher Award

Lapin Yliopisto, Finland.

Adolphus James is a Junior Researcher at LUT Business School, Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology (LUT), Finland. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Business and Economics, focusing on institutional quality, sustainable development, inequality, and innovation. His work involves advanced econometric techniques and contributes to global research on sustainable transitions and institutional dynamics.

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🎓 Education

Adolphus is working towards a PhD in Business and Economics at LUT, with a research focus on Institutional Quality, Sustainable Development, and Innovation. His academic journey is centered on understanding the intersections of institutional dynamics and economic progress, particularly in the context of environmental sustainability and inequality.

💼 Experience

Currently, Adolphus serves as a Junior Researcher at the LUT Business School within the Strategy and Accounting Group. His research addresses the role of institutional quality in clean energy investments, environmental degradation, and sustainable development, using advanced econometric methods such as MMQR and PGLS. He actively contributes to international studies on sustainable transitions, focusing on the institutional dynamics that shape them.

🔬 Research Interests

Adolphus' research interests encompass:

Institutional Economics and Development

Sustainable Energy and Environmental Economics

Inequality and Social Welfare Measurement

Quantile Regression and Panel Data Econometrics

These areas guide his ongoing work in understanding how institutional quality influences economic development, with a special focus on clean energy investments and environmental degradation.

📚 Publication

James, A. (2025). The Effect of Institutions on Clean Energy Investments and Environmental Degradation across Income Groups: Evidence Based on the Method of Moments Quantile Estimation. To be published in: Energy.

 

 

 

Assist. Prof. Dr. Guillermo Escrivá-Escrivá | Energy | Academic and Industrial Synergy Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Guillermo Escrivá-Escrivá | Energy | Academic and Industrial Synergy Award

Universitat Politècnica de València, Spain.

Guillermo Escrivá-Escrivá is a distinguished professor in the Electrical Engineering Department at the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), Spain. He earned his Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering from UPV in 2009 and has been a faculty member since 2005. His research focuses on energy efficiency, renewable energies, and power system quality. Prior to his academic career, he worked as a facilities engineer in a major construction company from 2000 to 2005. Throughout his tenure at UPV, Professor Escrivá-Escrivá has collaborated on numerous national and European projects, contributing significantly to advancements in electrical engineering.

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Education 🎓

Guillermo Escrivá-Escrivá earned his Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering from the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) in 2009, where he also completed his undergraduate degree as an Ingeniero Industrial in 1999. His doctoral work laid the foundation for his long-term research into energy efficiency and power system quality, areas in which he has since become a recognized expert.​

Experience 🏫

Professor Escrivá-Escrivá has been a faculty member at the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) since 2005, rising through the academic ranks to his current position as Profesor Titular de Universidad (Associate Professor) in 2016. Prior to that, he served as Profesor Contratado Doctor (2011–2016), Profesor Ayudante Doctor (2010–2011), and Ayudante (2007–2010). He began his academic career as a Profesor Asociado in 2005. Before transitioning into academia, he gained industrial experience as a Facilities Engineer in a major construction company from 2000 to 2005, where he was involved in large-scale engineering projects. This combination of practical field experience and academic depth has significantly shaped his approach to research and teaching.

Research Interests 🔬

Energy Efficiency: Developing strategies to optimize energy consumption in various sectors.

Renewable Energies: Integrating sustainable energy sources into existing power systems.

Power System Quality: Enhancing the reliability and performance of electrical power systems.

Achievements & Contributions 🌟

Organized and delivered the technical workshop “Diseño de sistemas de climatización con aplicación de geotermia y carga virtual para la reducción de emisiones de CO₂” at the Colegio Aparejadores de Murcia.

Authored a technical article on sympathetic tripping in differential protections in industrial and commercial electrical systems.

Serves as an Advisory Board Member for Cambridge Scholars Publishing since 2018, contributing to editorial oversight and scientific quality.

Participated in the DERD Project, focused on the creation of an R&D laboratory for the optimized management of demand and distributed energy resources.

Selected ​​Publications 📚

🔋 Hybrid Energy Solutions for Rural Areas

Title: Hybrid Energy Solutions for Enhancing Rural Power Reliability in the Spanish Municipality of Aras de los Olmos
Journal: Applied Sciences (2025-03-30)
DOI: 10.3390/app15073790
Highlights:

Focuses on rural electrification and improving reliability using hybrid renewable systems.

Real-world case study in Aras de los Olmos, Spain.

Likely involves solar, wind, and storage integration.

🛠️ Fault Diagnosis in Electrical Machines

Title: Optimizing Bearing Fault Diagnosis in Rotating Electrical Machines Using Deep Learning and Frequency Domain Features
Journal: Applied Sciences (2025-03-13)
DOI: 10.3390/app15063132
Highlights:

Uses deep learning models and spectral analysis for predictive maintenance.

Enhances diagnostics accuracy for rotating electrical equipment.

♻️ Sustainable Biogas Integration

Title: Strategic Resource Planning for Sustainable Biogas Integration in Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems
Journal: Applied Sciences (2025-01-10)
DOI: 10.3390/app15020642
Highlights:

Addresses planning and modeling for incorporating biogas in hybrid systems.

Focuses on sustainability and energy resource optimization.

🏥 Fiber Optics for Electrical Monitoring in Hospitals

Title: Intelligent Residual Current Monitor Application in Hospital With Fiber Optics Using Wavelength Division Multiplexing
Journal: IEEE Access (2024)
DOI: 10.1109/ACCESS.2024.3494055
Highlights:

Innovates electrical safety with intelligent monitoring via fiber optics.

Applicable in sensitive environments like hospitals.

Uses WDM technology to multiplex signals.

⚙️ Multi-objective Optimization of Rural Microgrids

Title: Optimal sizing and design of renewable power plants in rural microgrids using multi-objective particle swarm optimization and branch and bound methods
Journal: Energy (2023-12)
DOI: 10.1016/j.energy.2023.129318
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Applies PSO and branch-and-bound algorithms for system design.

Supports decision-making for renewable microgrids in rural setups.

Balances cost, emissions, and energy reliability.

 

 

 

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Li Wang | Environmental Clean-up | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Li Wang | Environmental Clean-up | Best Researcher Award

Dalian Maritime University, China.

Prof. Li Wang is an Associate Professor at Dalian Maritime University (DMU) and Head of the Plasma and Catalysis Research Group (PCRG). He holds an M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering and a Ph.D. in Catalytic Chemistry from Dalian University of Technology (DUT). After gaining research experience at DUT, he completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Liverpool. Recognized for his contributions, he was awarded the Outstanding Young Scientist of LiaoNing Revitalization Talents (2020) and named among the World’s Top 2% Scientists (2024) by Stanford University. His research focuses on plasma-assisted catalysis, C1 chemistry, and environmental cleanup.

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Prof. Li Wang holds a Ph.D. in Catalytic Chemistry from Dalian University of Technology (DUT), where he specialized in developing advanced catalytic processes for sustainable energy and environmental applications. Prior to his doctoral studies, he earned an M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering from DUT, gaining a strong foundation in chemical process engineering and materials science. His academic background has equipped him with expertise in plasma-assisted catalysis, C1 chemistry, and environmental clean-up technologies, contributing to innovative research in fuel production and emission control.

💼 Experience

Prof. Li Wang is currently an Associate Professor at Dalian Maritime University (DMU), a position he has held since 2018. He also leads the Plasma and Catalysis Research Group (PCRG), where he spearheads innovative research in plasma-assisted catalysis and environmental clean-up technologies. Before joining DMU, he gained international research experience as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Liverpool, focusing on catalytic chemistry and sustainable energy applications. Prior to that, he worked as a Researcher at Dalian University of Technology (DUT), where he contributed to advancements in chemical engineering and materials science.

🔬 Research Interests

Carbon Conversion & C1 Chemistry (CH₄ & CO₂ conversion, methanol synthesis)

Plasma-Assisted Catalysis (Advanced materials for fuel production & emission control)

Environmental Cleanup (CO₂/NOₓ capture, NOₓ reduction)

Adsorbent Technologies (NOₓ adsorption, industrial pollution control)

🏆 Awards & Recognitions

Outstanding Young Scientist, LiaoNing Revitalization Talents (2020)

World’s Top 2% Scientists (2024) – Recognized by Stanford University (John P.A. Ioannidis)

📚 Selected Publications

Recent Progresses of Plasma-Catalytic CH₄/CO₂ Conversion to Oxygenates: A Short Review

📖 Journal: Current Opinion in Green and Sustainable Chemistry
📅 Publication Date: February 2025
👥 Contributors: Li Wang, Qingxi Yin, Xiaohan Zhai, Yanhui Yi

Plasma-Catalytic One-Step Steam Reforming of CH₄ to CH₃OH and H₂ Promoted by Oligomerized [Cu–O–Cu] Species on Zeolites

📖 Journal: Green Chemistry
📅 Publication Date: 2024
👥 Contributors: Wei Fang, Ximiao Wang, Shangkun Li, Yingzi Hao, Yuping Yang, Wenping Zhao, Rui Liu, Dongxing Li, Chuang Li, Xiaoxia Gao et al.

Tuning Selectivity of Acetic Acid and Alcohols by Brønsted and Lewis Acid Sites in Plasma-Catalytic CH₄/CO₂ Conversion over Zeolites

📖 Journal: Applied Catalysis B: Environment and Energy
📅 Publication Date: August 2024
👥 Contributors: Li Wang, Linhui Fan, Yuezhao Wang, Qian Chen, Yimin Zhu, Yanhui Yi

Plasma-Catalytic CO₂ Hydrogenation to Methanol over CuO-MgO/Beta Catalyst with High Selectivity

📖 Journal: Applied Catalysis B: Environmental
📅 Publication Date: March 2024
👥 Contributors: Qian Chen, Shengyan Meng, Rui Liu, Xiaohan Zhai, Xinkui Wang, Li Wang, Hongchen Guo, Yanhui Yi

Direct Conversion of CH₄ and CO₂ to Alcohols Using Plasma Catalysis over Cu/Al(OH)₃ Catalysts

📖 Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal
📅 Publication Date: June 2023
👥 Contributors: Li Wang, Yuezhao Wang, Linhui Fan, Hongli Xu, Bowen Liu, Jiaren Zhang, Yimin Zhu, Xin Tu

 

 

 

Dr. Yafang Sun | Climate Change | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Yafang Sun | Climate Change | Best Researcher Award

China University of Geosciences, Wuhan, China.

Dr. Ya-Fang Sun is an Associate Professor at the China University of Geosciences, Wuhan, China. She specializes in Energy Economics and Climate Change, contributing extensively to sustainable development research. Dr. Sun holds a Doctorate in Business Administration and is dedicated to understanding and improving global environmental policies and energy management.

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Education 🎓

Dr. Sun holds a Doctorate in Business Administration and is dedicated to understanding and improving global environmental policies and energy management.Her academic focus was on Energy Economics and Climate Change, where she explored the intersection of environmental sustainability and economic policy. This advanced training equipped her with the expertise to tackle pressing global challenges related to energy efficiency, carbon emissions, and sustainable development.

Experience 💼

As an Associate Professor at the China University of Geosciences, Wuhan, China, Dr. Ya-Fang Sun has been at the forefront of research and education in energy efficiency, carbon emissions, and sustainable development. She has successfully led multiple research projects, contributing to advancements in these critical fields, while also mentoring students and fostering the next generation of scholars and professionals.

Research Interests 🔬

Energy Economics: Exploring Global Energy Efficiency and Sustainability

In this research area, Dr. Ya-Fang Sun focuses on understanding the dynamics of global energy efficiency and promoting sustainable energy practices. Her work examines the economic factors that influence energy consumption and the transition to cleaner, more efficient energy sources. The goal is to develop policies that support sustainable energy systems, reduce environmental impact, and foster economic growth.

Climate Change: Analyzing Its Economic Impacts and Mitigation Strategies
Dr. Sun's research on climate change explores the economic consequences of global warming and the potential mitigation strategies. She investigates how energy consumption patterns, carbon emissions, and government policies interact with climate outcomes. By analyzing these elements, she provides insights into how countries and industries can reduce their carbon footprints while maintaining economic stability.

Sustainable Transport: Investigating Innovative Approaches for Reducing Emissions
In this area, Dr. Sun examines sustainable transport solutions aimed at cutting emissions in the global transport sector. Her research investigates the effectiveness of various technological and policy innovations, such as the adoption of electric vehicles, improvements in public transportation, and sustainable infrastructure. The goal is to provide practical strategies for reducing emissions and improving the environmental impact of transportation systems.

Policy Analysis: Evaluating the Impact of Subsidies and Global Trade on Emissions
Dr. Sun’s policy analysis research focuses on the role of government subsidies and global trade in shaping emissions outcomes. She analyzes the influence of financial incentives for green technologies and the trade-offs associated with economic growth and environmental sustainability. Through her work, she offers valuable policy recommendations for governments and international organizations seeking to balance economic and environmental priorities.

Publications Top Notes 📚

Determinants of aggregated embodied carbon intensity in global bilateral exports by firm heterogeneity (2024). Ecological Economics, (Cited by: 3). Link

How to improve the energy-saving performance of China's transport sector? (2024). Journal of Environmental Management, (Cited by: 6). Link

How do imports change the energy consumption of China? (2023). Energy, (Cited by: 15). Link

Impact of government subsidy on optimal R&D and advertising investment in the cooperative supply chain of new energy vehicles (2022). Energy Policy, (Cited by: 44). Link

How does the global transport sector improve emissions reduction performance? (2022). Applied Energy, (Cited by: 30). Link