Andrzej Piotrowicz | Engineering and Technology | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Andrzej Piotrowicz | Engineering and Technology | Research Excellence Award

Head of the Hydrometallurgy Department at Eco Harpoon Recycling, Poland

Mr. Andrzej Piotrowicz is a highly accomplished metallurgist with advanced academic training from AGH University of Science and Technology, specializing in metallurgy, recycling, and chemical technology. He currently serves as Head of the Hydrometallurgy Department at Eco Harpoon, leading research, process scaling, and team management in advanced recycling technologies, particularly for lithium-ion batteries and electronic waste. He has extensive industry experience across leading organizations, contributing to both hydrometallurgical and pyrometallurgical innovations while managing R&D teams and collaborating with international partners. Alongside his industrial work, he is actively involved in academic tutoring, scientific publications, patent preparation, and conference representation, demonstrating strong engagement in both education and research. His expertise is further strengthened by numerous specialized trainings in circular economy, resource recovery, and industrial innovation across Europe. He has contributed to multiple research projects focused on zinc recovery, battery recycling, and sustainable metallurgical processes, reflecting a strong commitment to environmental and technological advancement.

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Xueliang wang | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Xueliang wang | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Xueliang wang | NingboTech University | China

Dr. Xueliang Wang is a promising early-career scholar serving as a Lecturer at NingboTech University, affiliated with Zhejiang University. With a solid academic foundation and focused expertise in mechanical engineering and energy systems, he has established himself as a rising leader in the study of dynamic sealing systems for hydrogen fuel cells. He brings a global perspective to his research, having participated in a Joint Ph.D. Training Program at Blekinge Institute of Technology in Sweden. Since joining NingboTech University, Dr. Wang has excelled in both teaching and research, delivering impactful contributions in foil seal dynamics, gas lubrication mechanisms, and mechanical system reliability. His work addresses critical engineering challenges in advancing hydrogen energy technologies. An active member of the Communist Party, Dr. Wang embodies a commitment to public service, academic leadership, and the pursuit of innovative solutions that bridge theoretical research and industrial application.

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Education & Professional Experience

Dr. Xueliang Wang earned his Ph.D. in Engineering through a joint program between Blekinge Institute of Technology (BTH), Sweden, and a Chinese institution, gaining valuable international exposure that shaped his research trajectory in high-performance fuel cell sealing systems. He serves as a Lecturer at NingboTech University, affiliated with Zhejiang University, where he teaches core engineering subjects including Engineering Graphics (B), Numerical Computation Methods, and Elastic Mechanics. His responsibilities extend to mentoring student research projects and contributing to institutional development. Dr. Wang has established strong collaborations with industry partners, leading multiple enterprise-funded and government-supported research projects. His work focuses on innovative sealing technologies, dynamic gas lubrication mechanisms, and leakage reduction strategies for advanced hydrogen fuel cell systems. Combining excellence in teaching with impactful applied research, he is recognized as a well-rounded academic who bridges theoretical engineering knowledge with practical, industry-driven innovation.

Research Interests

Dr. Wang’s primary research interest lies in dynamic foil sealing technologies for fuel cell systems, with broader applications in hydrogen-air compressors, marine sealed pumps, and gas film lubrication mechanisms. His work explores interfacial gas lubrication, surface roughness effects, and heterogeneous material compatibility to improve sealing performance under extreme conditions. These studies are critical for advancing the safety, reliability, and efficiency of clean energy technologies, particularly in hydrogen fuel cell systems. He is especially focused on the flow evolution mechanisms and leakage control under dynamic excitation, which are vital for optimizing fuel cell longevity and environmental compliance. His current portfolio includes five funded research projects from provincial and municipal bodies, addressing issues from nonlinear seal dynamics to PTV diaphragm box seals. Through both theoretical modeling and experimental validation, Dr. Wang’s research delivers actionable insights to industry partners and contributes to the advancement of sustainable engineering technologies.

Awards

Dr. Wang has received multiple prestigious awards. Most notably, he earned the First Prize in University Teaching Achievement Awards, showcasing his dual excellence in pedagogy and content delivery. His paper was honored with the Excellent Paper Award at the 14th National Conference on Dry Gas Seals, a notable accolade in the mechanical engineering community that affirms the originality and applicability of his work in foil gas film seals. His selection for multiple provincial-level projects also reflects peer and institutional recognition of his research capability and leadership. Furthermore, his rapid ascent in academia, marked by six published research papers, two patent applications, and several research grants, underscores his status as a rising star in the fields of hydrogen energy and precision mechanical design. These honors highlight both his technical expertise and his contribution to national research priorities.

Publications Top Notes

Title: A Photothermal-Responsive and Glucose-Responsive Antibacterial Hydrogel Featuring Tunable Mechanical Properties
Journal: Colloids and Surfaces A: Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects
Authors: Wang Xueliang,

Title: Acoustic Emission Signal Characteristics of Flexible Foil Gas Film Seal Under Actual Surface Conditions
Journal: Tribology Transactions  – EI Indexed
Authors: Wang Xueliang,

Title: Turbulent Characteristics Analysis of Flexible Foil Cylindrical Gas Film Seal Considering Surface Roughness
Journal: CIESC Journal  – EI Indexed
Authors: Wang Xueliang,

Conclusion

Dr. Xueliang Wang’s professional trajectory, marked by a combination of international research exposure, pedagogical excellence, and innovative project execution, makes him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His contributions to the development of high-efficiency fuel cell seal systems directly support the advancement of sustainable hydrogen energy technologies—an area of global strategic importance. With multiple active research grants, high-quality publications, and recognized teaching success, Dr. Wang exemplifies the qualities of a forward-thinking and impactful researcher. His ability to integrate theory with real-world application, especially through collaborations with industry and government projects, showcases leadership, relevance, and innovation. Recognizing his work with this award will not only honor his achievements but also spotlight an emerging leader dedicated to engineering a cleaner, more efficient energy future.

Mr. Chibuzo Nwabufo Okwuosa | Fault Detection | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Chibuzo Nwabufo Okwuosa | Fault Detection | Best Researcher Award

Kumoh National Institute of Technology, South Korea.

Okwuosa Chibuzo Nwabufo is a Research Ph.D. Scholar at Kumoh National Institute of Technology 🇰🇷, South Korea, specializing in Mechanical Engineering. With a strong foundation in machine learning, deep learning, and real-time fault diagnostics, his work emphasizes bridging theoretical innovation with industrial application. Chibuzo is passionate about Prognostics and Health Management (PHM), Explainable AI (XAI), and digital twin technologies, aiming to create smart, AI-driven maintenance systems for next-generation industries.

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🎓 Education

Chibuzo earned both his Master’s and is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Kumoh National Institute of Technology, South Korea. His academic focus has been consistently rooted in intelligent fault diagnostics, predictive maintenance, and real-time monitoring technologies.

💼 Experience

With over four completed and two ongoing research projects, Chibuzo has hands-on experience in both academia and industry. Notable projects include real-time diagnostics for diaphragm pumps, fault analysis in induction motors, and zinc phosphating coating processes. He has collaborated on industry-sponsored projects and led initiatives involving advanced data-driven solutions for predictive maintenance.

🔬 Research Interests

His key research domains include:

🔧 Prognostics and Health Management (PHM)

🤖 Machine Learning & Deep Learning

🧠 Explainable AI (XAI)

🌐 Digital Twin Technologies

⚙️ Real-time Fault Diagnostics

🏆 Awards & Grants

Chibuzo’s research has been supported by prestigious Korean government grants:

IITP Innovative Human Resource Development for Local Intellectualization

ITRC Program (MSIT, Korea)
These grants facilitated collaborations with industry leaders and funded cutting-edge research in diagnostics and manufacturing innovation.

📚 Selected Publications

🆕 Optimizing Defect Detection on Glossy and Curved Surfaces Using Deep Learning and Advanced Imaging Systems

📅 2025-04-13 | Sensors
🔗 DOI: 10.3390/s25082449
👨‍🔬 Contributors: Joung-Hwan Yoon, Chibuzo Nwabufo Okwuosa, Nnamdi Chukwunweike Aronwora, Jang-Wook Hur
📌 Application of deep learning and high-resolution imaging for defect detection on challenging industrial surfaces.

⚙️ A Spectral-Based Blade Fault Detection in Shot Blast Machines with XGBoost and Feature Importance

📅 2024-10-09 | Journal of Sensor and Actuator Networks
🔗 DOI: 10.3390/jsan13050064
👨‍🔬 Contributors: Joon-Hyuk Lee, Chibuzo Nwabufo Okwuosa, Baek Cheon Shin, Jang-Wook Hur
📌 Fault detection in mechanical components using spectral features and XGBoost.

🔍 Transformer Core Fault Diagnosis via Current Signal Analysis with Pearson Correlation Feature Selection

📅 2024-02-29 | Electronics
🔗 DOI: 10.3390/electronics13050926
👨‍🔬 Contributors: Daryl Domingo, Akeem Bayo Kareem, Chibuzo Nwabufo Okwuosa, Paul Michael Custodio, Jang-Wook Hur
📌 Intelligent transformer fault diagnosis using statistical signal analysis and feature engineering.

⚡ Enhancing Transformer Core Fault Diagnosis and Classification through Hilbert Transform Analysis of Electric Current Signals

📅 2024-01-18 | Preprint
🔗 DOI: 10.20944/preprints202401.1371.v1
👨‍🔬 Contributors: Daryl Domingo, Akeem Bayo Kareem, Chibuzo Nwabufo Okwuosa, Paul Michael Custodio, Jang-Wook Hur
📌 Preprint focusing on enhanced signal processing for electrical fault classification.

🧠 An Intelligent Hybrid Feature Selection Approach for SCIM Inter-Turn Fault Classification at Minor Load Conditions Using Supervised Learning

📅 2023 | IEEE Access
🔗 DOI: 10.1109/ACCESS.2023.3266865
👨‍🔬 Contributors: Chibuzo Nwabufo Okwuosa, Jang-Wook Hur
📌 Machine learning-based fault classification in squirrel cage induction motors under low-load conditions.

 

 

 

Dr. Huazhang Guo | Nanomaterials | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Huazhang Guo | Nanomaterials | Best Researcher Award

Shanghai University, China.

Huazhang Guo is a Research Associate at Shanghai University, specializing in the green, controllable preparation and application of carbon nanomaterial functional materials. With a strong background in nanomaterials and catalysis, she has made significant contributions to sustainable energy conversion and chemical production. Over the years, she has published 13 high-impact journal articles, including in Nature Communications, Advanced Functional Materials, and Materials Today. Her work has garnered 1834 citations with an H-index of 22, and she also serves as a guest editor for the journals Molecules and Nanomaterials.

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Huazhang Guo pursued her Ph.D. in Materials Science at Shanghai University, where she specialized in the green and controllable preparation of carbon nanomaterial functional materials. Prior to that, she earned her Master’s degree in Nanomaterials from the same institution, focusing on advanced material synthesis and their applications in energy conversion and catalysis. She began her academic journey with a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, which laid the foundation for her expertise in material chemistry, nanotechnology, and sustainable materials. Her strong academic background has contributed significantly to her research in carbon-based functional materials and electrocatalysis.

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Huazhang Guo is currently a Research Associate at Shanghai University, where she focuses on the green and controllable preparation of carbon nanomaterial functional materials. In addition to her research role, she serves as a Guest Editor for the journals Molecules and Nanomaterials, contributing her expertise to advancing scientific publications in nanotechnology and materials science.

She actively collaborates with leading universities and has co-authored research papers in prestigious journals such as Nature Communications, ACS Nano, Carbon, Applied Materials Today, and Molecules. Her work emphasizes electrocatalysis, sustainable material applications, and nanomaterial innovations.

Research Interests 🔬

Carbon Nanomaterials: Green and controllable synthesis for various applications

Electrocatalytic Reduction of CO₂ (ECO₂RR): Sustainable syngas production with tunable CO/H₂ ratios

Energy Conversion & Catalysis: Designing efficient and stable carbon-based catalysts for CO₂ utilization

Advanced Functional Materials: Exploring their role in sustainable chemistry

Awards & Achievements 🏆

5 Highly Cited Papers (ESI Top Papers)

1834 Total Citations & H-index of 22

1 Authorized Chinese Invention Patent & 15 Patent Applications

Editorial Role in Molecules and Nanomaterials

Selected Publications 📚

Recent advances in amino-functionalized metal–organic frameworks for sustainable photocatalytic carbon dioxide reduction
Yaning Liu, Huazhang Guo, Zhonghua Sun, Jiye Zhang, Zhihui Zhang
Separation and Purification Technology, 2025
Cited by: 1

Harnessing graphene quantum dots for the selective and sensitive detection of dye contaminants
Yuping Xiong, Weitao Li, Luoman Zhang, Jiye Zhang, Liang Wang
Diamond and Related Materials, 2025

Optimizing the crystal structure and electrochemical properties of Na₄MnCr(PO₄)₃ by trace La doping
Keyi Sun, Yuxuan Liu, Wenbin Fei, Yulei Sui, Ling Wu
Applied Surface Science, 2025

Radiation-synthesis of covalent bonding heterojunctions for selective solar-driven CO₂ reduction
Weidong Hou, Huazhang Guo, Kang Wang, Ming Hong Wu, Liang Wang
Materials Today, 2025

Radiation-Synthesized Metal–Organic Frameworks with Ligand-Induced Lewis Pairs for Selective CO₂ Electroreduction
Wenhui Liu, Bijun Tang, Kai Huang, Zhendong Lei, Liang Wang
Small, 2024
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Dr. Young Hun Jeong | Energy Harvesting | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Young Hun Jeong | Energy Harvesting | Best Researcher Award

Korea Institute of Ceramic Engineering and Technology, South Korea.

Dr. Young Hun Jeong is a Chief Researcher at the Electronic Convergence Materials Division of the Korea Institute of Ceramic Engineering and Technology. He specializes in piezoelectric sensors, actuators, acoustics, and energy harvesting, with a particular focus on wearable and flexible piezoelectrics for bio-sensors. His expertise extends to infrared sensor development, nano-architecture, and microwave dielectric thin-film growth. Young Hun is a highly skilled researcher proficient in designing high-k and low-k thin films for capacitors, PTCR materials, and advancing microwave dielectric materials for next-generation applications.

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Education 🎓

Young Hun Jeong holds a degree in Materials Science with a specialization in electronic materials. His academic foundation has empowered him to push the boundaries of materials innovation, particularly in the areas of piezoelectrics and energy harvesting technologies.

Experience 🛠️

With a proven track record, Young Hun has contributed significantly to over 21 ongoing research projects and 3 industry consultancy projects. He has developed key technologies and methodologies, such as the two-dimensionally dispersed templated grain growth (2DD TGG) technique, which has advanced the performance of piezoelectric materials. He is also a contributor to numerous patents (52 published) and has co-authored 57 SCI journal articles, solidifying his role as a leader in energy harvesting and sensing technologies.

Research Interests 🔬

Piezoelectric Sensors & Actuators

Young Hun Jeong enhances piezoelectric sensors and actuators for better efficiency and sensitivity in industrial and medical applications.

Acoustics and Energy Harvesting

His work in acoustics and energy harvesting focuses on capturing ambient energy for self-powered systems and sensors.

Wearable and Flexible Piezoelectrics for Bio-sensors

Jeong innovates in wearable and flexible piezoelectrics, advancing bio-sensor technologies for health monitoring and diagnostics.

Infrared Sensors and Nano-Architecture

He develops infrared sensors and nano-architecture for applications in environmental monitoring, security, and healthcare.

Microwave Dielectric Thin Film Growth & Characterization

Jeong contributes to microwave dielectric thin films, improving materials for communication systems and radar technologies.

High-k & Low-k Thin Films for Capacitors

His research on high-k and low-k thin films improves capacitor performance, enhancing energy storage in electronic devices.

PTCR Materials

Jeong advances PTCR materials for temperature sensing and self-regulating systems in energy management.

Microwave Dielectric Materials

His work on microwave dielectric materials supports high-frequency systems like 5G and satellite communications.

Impact on Sectors

His research impacts sensing technologies, bioelectronics, and energy harvesting, driving innovation in self-sustaining systems and wearable tech.

Publications Top Notes 📚

Low-temperature sintered 0.5Pb(Ni1/3Nb2/3)O3–0.16PbZrO3–0.34PbTiO3 piezoelectric textured ceramics by Li2CO3 addition

Authors: Cho, S.W., Na, Y.-H., Baik, J.M., Park, K.-I., Jeong, Y.H., Published: 2024, Journal of the American Ceramic Society, Citations: 3. Link

Piezoelectric Pb(Ni,Nb)O3-Pb(Zr,Ti)O3 multilayer ceramics using Cu-Ag electrodes reduced by hydrazine solution treatment

Authors: Lee, M.-S., Jeong, Y.H., Published: 2024, Materials Today Communications, Link

Enhanced energy harvesting performance of piezoelectric cantilever using (Bi,Sm)ScO3-PbTiO3 ceramics textured by microstructural engineering, Authors: Lee, M.-S., Song, H.-C., Jeong, Y.H., Published: 2024, Materials Letters, Citations: 2. Link

Phase transition behavior and electrical properties of (Bi0.97Sm0.03)ScO3-PbTiO3 textured ceramics MPB-modified by BaTiO3 templates for high temperature piezoelectric device applications, Authors: Lee, M.-S., Jeong, Y.H., Published: 2023, Ceramics International, 49(23), Citations: 2. Link

Effects of Sm-substitution on dielectric, ferroelectric, and piezoelectric properties of 0.36(Bi1-xSmx)ScO3-0.64PbTiO3 ceramics

Authors: Cho, S.W., Baik, J.M., Jeong, Y.H., Published: 2023, Ceramics International, 49(2), Link