Asha Rani M A | Renewable Energy Systems | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Asha Rani M A | Renewable Energy Systems | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering, National Institute of Technology Silchar, Assam India

Dr. Asha Rani M. A. is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Electrical Engineering, National Institute of Technology Silchar, Assam, India. She earned her Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from NIT Tiruchirappalli in 2016, specializing in power control of Doubly Fed Induction Generators under unbalanced grid voltage. With over 14 years of experience in teaching, Dr. Asha Rani has contributed significantly to renewable energy, particularly in wind power generation and grid integration. She has authored multiple publications in reputed journals and presented her work at national and international conferences.

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🎓 Education

Dr. Asha Rani completed her Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from NIT Tiruchirappalli in 2016, focusing on power control techniques for Doubly Fed Induction Generators with unbalanced grid voltage. She earned her M.Tech. in Industrial Drives and Control from Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Technology, Kottayam, in 2008, and a B.Tech. in Electrical & Electronics Engineering from Cochin University of Science and Technology’s College of Engineering Perumon.

🧑‍🏫 Experience

Dr. Asha Rani has over 14 years of teaching experience, with 7.5 years post-Ph.D. tenure. She is currently an Assistant Professor at NIT Silchar since 2019, where she holds various academic positions. Previously, she worked as a Senior Assistant Professor and Head of the Department at Madanapalle Institute of Science & Technology, Andhra Pradesh. Dr. Asha Rani also served as a Junior Research Engineer at the Fluid Control Research Institute under the Government of India.

🏆 Awards & Honors

Dr. Asha Rani has received several awards, including the Best Project Award in Anveshan 2.0 at NIT Silchar, a North East Students Travel Grant from IEEE for the PEDES 2022 conference, and a DST-SERB grant for her research on enhancing DFIG-based wind power plants. She has also published multiple patents, including a grid-tied solar-powered pump.

🔬 Research Focus

Dr. Asha Rani’s research primarily revolves around renewable energy, with a focus on wind power generation, specifically Doubly Fed Induction Generators (DFIG). Her work includes flux minimization techniques for enhancing DFIG operation under grid voltage distortions. She is also involved in sustainable energy systems for carbon-neutral energy communities and has contributed to numerous R&D projects funded by organizations like DST, MSME, and the EU.

🏆Conclusion 

Dr. Asha Rani M. A. is a dedicated academic and researcher whose contributions to Electrical Engineering, particularly in renewable energy and power systems, make her a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her ability to secure funding, guide students, and publish influential research places her at the forefront of her field. With a proven track record of success and a clear passion for advancing energy systems, she is well-deserving of recognition. However, focusing on expanding her interdisciplinary reach and international visibility could further elevate her profile.

Publication Top Notes

  • Title: An effective reference generation scheme for DFIG with unbalanced grid voltage
    Year: 2014
    Authors: MAA Rani, C Nagamani, GS Ilango, A Karthikeyan
    Citations: 57

 

  • Title: An improved rotor PLL (R-PLL) for enhanced operation of doubly fed induction machine
    Year: 2016
    Authors: MAA Rani, C Nagamani, GS Ilango
    Citations: 33

 

  • Title: An improved control for simultaneous sag/swell mitigation and reactive power support in a grid-connected wind farm with DVR
    Year: 2018
    Authors: S Priyavarthini, C Nagamani, GS Ilango, MAA Rani
    Citations: 32

 

  • Title: Renewable power generation Indian scenario: a review
    Year: 2015
    Authors: C Nagamani, G Saravana Ilango, MJB Reddy, MAA Rani, …
    Citations: 26

 

  • Title: Compensation of magnetizing current for enhanced operation of DFIG under grid unbalance
    Year: 2016
    Authors: MAA Rani, C Nagamani, GS Ilango
    Citations: 15

 

  • Title: A versatile method for computation of power pulsations in DFIG under grid imperfections
    Year: 2016
    Authors: MAA Rani, C Nagamani, GS Ilango
    Citations: 13

 

  • Title: An improved angular stator flux frequency computation method for robust MPPT operation of DFIG under unbalanced grid voltage
    Year: 2022
    Authors: MAA Rani, M Chakkarapani, C Nagamani, GS Ilango
    Citations: 8

 

  • Title: Decoupled control of doubly-fed-induction generator under unbalanced grid voltage with modified reference generation
    Year: 2013
    Authors: MAA Rani, A Karthikeyan, C Nagamani
    Citations: 6

 

  • Title: Performance Evaluation of R-PLL for Robust Sensorless Operation of DFIG under Harmonics, DC Offset and Phase Jump in Grid Voltage
    Year: 2021
    Authors: MAA Rani, M Chakkarapani, C Nagamani, GS Ilango, MJB Reddy
    Citations: 5

 

  • Title: Natural flux minimisation technique for enhanced operation of doubly‐fed induction generator
    Year: 2016
    Authors: MA Asha Rani, C Nagamani, GS Ilango
    Citations: 4

 

  • Title: Sensor-less estimation of rotor position in a doubly fed induction machine
    Year: 2017
    Authors: G Saravana Ilango, C Nagamani, MA Asha Rani, M Jaya Bharata Reddy, …
    Citations: 3

 

  • Title: An implicit rotor speed computation algorithm for squirrel cage induction motor
    Year: 2016
    Authors: C Nagamani, MAA Rani, GS Ilango, NP Kumar
    Citations: 3

 

 

Elif Hatice Gürkan| Environmental| Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Elif Hatice Gürkan| Environmental| Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr at Ondokuz Mayıs Üniversitesi

Dr. Elif Hatice Gürkan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Ondokuz Mayıs University, Turkey. She specializes in chemical engineering with a strong focus on biomedical applications, particularly the development of natural composite materials for wound dressings, hydrogels for drug release systems, and environmental cleanup technologies. Dr. Gürkan’s research bridges materials science and chemical engineering, with innovative applications in healthcare and sustainability. She has made significant contributions to the field with her pioneering work on waste biomass-based hydrogels and the use of foundry sand in environmental remediation.

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Education 🎓

Dr. Gürkan holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Ondokuz Mayıs University, completed in 2014. Her thesis focused on the management and usability of foundry sands. She obtained her M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering in 1997, with a thesis on minimizing energy requirements in chemical plants. Dr. Gürkan completed her B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering from Ondokuz Mayıs University in 1994, setting the foundation for her academic career.

Experience 💼

Dr. Gürkan has extensive experience in academia and research, currently serving as an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Ondokuz Mayıs University since January 2023. She has supervised several master’s theses, focusing on natural composites for biomedical applications and drug release systems. Additionally, Dr. Gürkan has led numerous scientific research projects, contributing valuable insights into the use of waste biomass-based materials and environmental cleanup. Her career includes collaborations with industry and various research institutes.

Awards and Honors 🏆

Dr. Gürkan has earned recognition for her research and contributions to chemical engineering. While specific awards are not listed, her academic excellence and research in environmentally sustainable solutions and biomedical engineering have been widely acknowledged in the academic community. She has been invited to speak at conferences and participate in research initiatives funded by scientific organizations, reflecting her standing as a respected researcher in her field.

Research Focus 🔬

Dr. Gürkan’s research encompasses a range of topics, including biomedical applications of natural composite wound dressings, synthesis of hydrogels for controlled drug release, and the use of waste biomass for environmental cleanup. She is also deeply involved in the development of flame retardants for polyurethane foams. Her interdisciplinary work aims to enhance therapeutic effects in healthcare and create sustainable materials for environmental applications, particularly in waste management and pollution control.

Conclusion

Dr. Gürkan is a highly accomplished and forward-thinking researcher whose work in sustainable chemical engineering and biomedical applications is deserving of recognition. Her innovative approach to using waste biomass for environmental cleanup and developing biomedical materials such as wound dressings and drug release systems reflects her dedication to solving global challenges. Expanding the scope of her research to consider economic factors and broader industrial implementation would further solidify her contributions. Given her academic excellence, interdisciplinary research, and leadership, Dr. Gürkan is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

Publication

  1. Title: Adsorption performance of heavy metal ions from aqueous solutions by a waste biomass based hydrogel: comparison of isotherm and kinetic models
    Year: 2023
    Authors: EH Gürkan, B İlyas, Y Tibet
    Citations: 20

 

  1. Title: Prediction of adsorption efficiency for the removal malachite green and acid blue 161 dyes by waste marble dust using ANN
    Year: 2014
    Authors: S Coruh, HE Gürkan, E Kilic, F Geyikci
    Citations: 19

 

  1. Title: Leaching performance and zinc ions removal from industrial slag leachate using natural and biochar walnut shell
    Year: 2021
    Authors: SE Darama, EH Gürkan, Ö Terzi, S Çoruh
    Citations: 13

 

  1. Title: Adsorption of neutral red from aqueous solutions using waste foundry sand: full factorial design analysis
    Year: 2014
    Authors: S Çoruh, EH Gürkan
    Citations: 12

 

  1. Title: Adsorption of lead and copper using waste foundry sand: statistical evaluation
    Year: 2018
    Authors: EH Gürkan, S Çoruh, S Elevli
    Citations: 9

 

  1. Title: Sürdürülebilir laboratuvar güvenliği kültürü
    Year: 2018
    Authors: EH Gürkan
    Citations: 8

 

  1. Title: Comparative evaluation of flame retardant performance in rigid polyurethane foams: TCPP, TDCP MP, and ATH as promising additives
    Year: 2023
    Authors: EH Gürkan, B Yaman
    Citations: 7

 

  1. Title: Application of full factorial design method for optimization of heavy metal release from lead smelting slag
    Year: 2021
    Authors: EH Gürkan, Y Tibet, S Çoruh
    Citations: 7

 

  1. Title: Using Waste Foundry Sand for the Removal of Malachite Green Dye from Aqueous Solutions–Kinetic and Equilibrium Studies
    Year: 2018
    Authors: EH Gürkan, S Coruh
    Citations: 7

 

  1. Title: Atık döküm kumu ile katyonik boyarmaddelerin adsorpsiyon çalışmaları
    Year: 2017
    Authors: EH Gürkan, S Çoruh
    Citations: 7

 

  1. Title: Adsorption of Cu (II) ve Zn (II) ions by alginate-based composites: Full factorial design approach
    Year: 2022
    Authors: EH Gürkan, B İlyas, Y Tibet
    Citations: 6

Yanhong Wang | Energy chemical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Yanhong Wang | Energy chemical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Associate researcher at South China University of Technology, China

Yanhong Wang is a doctoral supervisor in the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at South China University of Technology. With an extensive academic background and expertise, she has contributed significantly to the fields of hydrogen storage, CO₂ capture, and natural gas hydrate exploration. Dr. Wang’s innovative research focuses on energy conservation technologies and advanced materials. She has been part of numerous national and international projects and authored high-impact publications in esteemed journals. Her work has garnered recognition for its application to sustainable energy solutions.

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🎓 Education 

Bachelor’s Degree: Chemical Engineering, Tianjin University (1997.09-2001.07). Master’s Degree: Chemical Engineering, Tianjin University (2003.09-2005.07). PhD: Environmental Chemical Engineering, Tianjin University (2005.07-2008.07)

🏢 Experience 

Assistant Professor: South China University of Technology (2008.07-2013.08). Visiting Scholar: Colorado School of Mines (2017.09-2018.09). Associate Researcher: South China University of Technology (2013.08-Present)

🏆 Awards & Honors 

Dr. Wang has received multiple honors for her innovative research, including recognition from national foundations for her groundbreaking contributions to energy and environmental science.

🔬 Research Focus 

Hydrogen storage materials and technology. CO₂ capture and storage systems. Exploration of natural gas hydrates. Energy conservation methodologies

Conclusion

Yanhong Wang is a highly qualified candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to their extensive contributions to energy and environmental chemical engineering. Their innovative research in hydrogen storage, CO2 capture, and natural gas hydrate exploration addresses critical challenges in energy sustainability. With a solid academic and professional foundation, Dr. Wang’s expertise and leadership stand out. Strengthening the profile through highlighted publications, international collaborations, and showcasing impactful results will make them a top contender for the award.

📚Publications 

  1. Hydrate phase equilibrium of hydrogen with THP, DCM, TBAB+THF, and sulfur hexafluoride +TBAB aqueous solution systems
    • Journal: Fluid Phase Equilibria
    • Year: 2025
    • Volume: 590
    • Article: 114282
    • Authors: Wang, Y.; Chen, S.; Li, X.; Li, G.; Fan, S.

 

  1. Enhanced methane hydrate formation through lignocellulose fiber
    • Journal: Fuel
    • Year: 2025
    • Volume: 380
    • Article: 133194
    • Authors: Zhang, Y.; Fan, S.; Wang, Y.; Lang, X.; Li, G.

 

  1. Facile synthesis and mechanistic insights into ZSM-5 aggregates via a mesoporogen-free route
    • Journal: Journal of Solid State Chemistry
    • Year: 2025
    • Volume: 341
    • Article: 125078
    • Authors: Ye, F.; Fan, S.; Lang, X.; Lv, Y.; Li, G.

 

  1. Intriguing phenomenon of hydrogen molecules occupancy in clathrate hydrate cages: Implications for hydrogen storage
    • Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal
    • Year: 2024
    • Volume: 499
    • Article: 156089
    • Authors: Chen, S.; Wang, Y.; Fan, S.; Lang, X.; Li, G.

 

  1. Organic template residues confined in silicalite-1 zeolite membranes for tuning pore structures and boosting H2/CO2 separation
    • Journal: Separation and Purification Technology
    • Year: 2024
    • Volume: 346
    • Article: 127362
    • Authors: Ye, F.; Fan, S.; Lang, X.; Wang, Y.; Li, G.

 

  1. Hydrate Formation and Dissociation of Liquid CO2 with Seawater Containing Organic Matters in Sand
    • Journal: Energy and Fuels
    • Year: 2024
    • Volume: 38(18)
    • Pages: 17750–17760
    • Authors: Liu, F.; Wang, Y.; Lang, X.; Li, G.; Fan, S.

 

  1. Insights of kaolinite surface and salt ions on the formation of carbon dioxide hydrates in confined nanopore: A molecular dynamics simulation study
    • Journal: Gas Science and Engineering
    • Year: 2024
    • Volume: 129
    • Article: 205390
    • Authors: Fan, S.; Wu, S.; Lang, X.; Wang, Y.; Li, G.

 

  1. Heterogeneous nucleation of CO2 hydrate: A thermodynamics analysis considering effects of wall characteristics and solution activity
    • Journal: International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer
    • Year: 2024
    • Volume: 224
    • Article: 125285
    • Authors: Li, M.; Fan, S.; Wang, Y.; Lang, X.; Cheng, P.

 

  1. Design and Optimization of Carbon Dioxide Storage Technology: Energy Efficiency and Economic Analysis
    • Journal: Energy and Fuels
    • Year: 2024
    • Volume: 38(8)
    • Pages: 7108–7120
    • Authors: Xu, Z.; Lang, X.; Fan, S.; Li, G.; Wang, Y.

 

MELKAMU MEKONEN | climate change | Best Researcher Award

Mr. MELKAMU MEKONEN | climate change | Best Researcher Award

I’m Melkamu Kassaye Mekonen; I graduated with my BSc in Forest and Nature Conservation at Mekelle University in Ethiopia, and the University of Gondar in Ethiopia awarded me a MSc degree in Forest Management and Utilization. Currently, I serve as a researcher and instructor in the department of forestry and climate science at Injibara University, Ethiopia. I bring with me four years of research and five years of education, research, and community-based project experiences in the forestry, environment, and agricultural fields. My aspiration is to pursue a PhD in Forestry, focusing on natural forest optimization and ecological interaction and management of bamboo forest resources, either in China or Ethiopia, in collaboration with supervisors.

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💼Work Experience

Forestry Researcher

Employer: Sekota Dryland Agricultural Research Center, Amhara Regional Agricultural Research Institute, City: Sekota | Country: Ethiopia, Role: Forestry research project and team coordinator, Responsibilities: Proposal development, conducting experiments and research in forestry, final paper writing, presenting, and publishing.

Forestry Lecturer and Researcher

Employer: Injibara University, City: Injibara | Country: Ethiopia, Department: Forestry and Climate Science, Role: Head of department, Responsibilities: Conducting research and community service in agriculture and forestry, overseeing departmental activities.

🎓Education and Training

BSc. in Forest and Nature Conservation University: Mekelle University, Ethiopia, Field of Study: Forest and Nature Conservation, Thesis: Floristic diversity in area exclosures in Northern Ethiopia. MSc in Forest Management and Utilization University: University of Gondar, Ethiopia, Field of Study: Forestry, Thesis: Role of area exclosures for forest restoration in Northeastern Ethiopia

 Management and Leadership Skills

Forestry Research Directorate Coordinator: Coordinated over 38 forestry research programs at Sekota Dryland Agricultural Research Center. Head of Department of Forestry and Climate Science: Served as department head at Injibara University for two and a half years.

🌿 Project

A potential cause for extensive dieback of Acacia mearnsii plantation in highlands districts of Awi zone, Northwestern Ethiopia Status: To be published in Journal of Cogent Agriculture. Biomass, Carbon, and CO2 Sequestration in Natural Forests: Variations Across Environmental Factors, Forest Ecosystems, Degradation Levels, and Conservation Measures Status: To be published in Journal of Ecology and Evolution. Floristic Diversity of Natural Forest Patches Across forest ecosystems in Northwestern Ethiopian Status: To be published in Journal of F1000Research. Composition, Medicinal Values, and Threats of Plants Used in Indigenous Medicine in Jawi District, Ethiopia: Implications for Conservation and Sustainable Use. Status: Submitted to Journal of Ethnobotany

Publications Top Notes 📝

  • A Uniformly Convergent Collocation Method for Singularly Perturbed Delay Parabolic Reaction‐Diffusion Problem
    • Year: 2021
    • Authors: FW Gelu, GF Duressa
    • Source: Abstract and Applied Analysis, 2021 (1), 8835595

 

  • Sixth-order compact finite difference method for singularly perturbed 1D reaction diffusion problems
    • Year: 2017
    • Authors: FW Gelu, GF Duressa, TA Bullo
    • Source: Journal of Taibah University for Science, 11 (2), 302-308

 

  • Parameter-uniform numerical scheme for singularly perturbed parabolic convection–diffusion Robin type problems with a boundary turning point
    • Year: 2022
    • Authors: FW Gelu, GF Duressa
    • Source: Results in Applied Mathematics, 15, 100324

 

  • A parameter-uniform numerical method for singularly perturbed Robin type parabolic convection-diffusion turning point problems
    • Year: 2023
    • Authors: FW Gelu, GF Duressa
    • Source: Applied Numerical Mathematics, 190, 50-64

 

  • A novel numerical approach for singularly perturbed parabolic convection-diffusion problems on layer-adapted meshes
    • Year: 2022
    • Authors: FW Gelu, GF Duressa
    • Source: Research in Mathematics, 9 (1), 2020400

 

  • Computational method for singularly perturbed parabolic reaction-diffusion equations with Robin boundary conditions
    • Year: 2022
    • Authors: FW Gelu, GF Duressa
    • Source: Journal of Applied Mathematics & Informatics, 40 (1-2), 25-45

 

  • Tenth Order Compact Finite Difference Method for Solving Singularly Perturbed 1D Reaction-Diffusion Equations
    • Year: 2016
    • Authors: FW Gelu, GF Duressa, TA Bullo
    • Source: International Journal of Engineering & Applied Sciences (IJEAS), 8 (3), 15-24