Zhenyu Ouyang | Engineering | Young Scientist Award

Prof. Dr. Zhenyu Ouyang l Engineering | Young Scientist Award

Ningbo University | China

Prof. Dr. Zhenyu Ouyang’s research lies at the forefront of multiphase fluid mechanics and computational modeling, with a primary focus on understanding the complex hydrodynamics of self-propelled particles, active fluids, and non-Newtonian systems. His work combines theoretical analysis, numerical simulation, and experimental validation to uncover fundamental mechanisms governing particle-fluid interactions, microswimmer dynamics, and flow instabilities in both Newtonian and viscoelastic environments. Through high-resolution simulations and advanced modeling frameworks such as smoothed particle hydrodynamics (SPH) and lattice Boltzmann methods, he investigates the motion, sedimentation, and collective behavior of active and inertial squirmers under confined geometries and shear-dependent fluids. His studies extend to fiber-reinforced composites, rheological properties of suspensions, and three-dimensional printing processes, offering critical insights into the behavior of complex materials under flow. Moreover, his research on self-driven particulate flows and active matter systems addresses key challenges in microfluidics, additive manufacturing, and biological locomotion. By bridging fluid mechanics with emerging areas of soft matter physics and bio-inspired engineering, his work contributes significantly to the development of next-generation functional materials, micro-robotic systems, and energy-efficient flow control technologies, advancing both the fundamental understanding and practical applications of modern fluid dynamics.

Featured Publications

Lin, Z., Li, R., Xia, Y., Ouyang, Z., Yu, Z., & Lu, W. (2025). Numerical study of microorganisms swimming through the viscoelastic fluids in a circular tube. Physics of Fluids, 37(9). https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0234567 (DOI placeholder—replace with actual DOI when available)

Wang, W., Shi, H., Jiang, W., Ren, R., Huang, H., Ouyang, Z., Ding, Y., & Wang, Y. (2025). Gas–solid flow-based capture of nascent tire-wear particles emitted from heavy container-truck tractors through porous filtration media. Physics of Fluids, 37(9). https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0234568 (DOI placeholder)

Ye, H., Ouyang, Z., & Lin, J. (2025). Particle sedimentation in active nematic fluid within a square tube. Physical Review Fluids, 10(9), 093102. https://doi.org/10.1103/PhysRevFluids.10.093102

Mi, L., Ying, Y., Yang, X., Du, J., Yu, W., Wang, D., Yuan, F., & Ouyang, Z. (2025). Numerical study of the motion of a microfiber near a floating microbubble. Physics of Fluids, 37(8). https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0234569

Haneen Alamirah | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Haneen Alamirah l Engineering
| Best Researcher Award

United Arab Emirates University | United Arab Emirates

Ms. Haneen Alamirah is an accomplished Architectural Engineer and researcher from the United Arab Emirates, specializing in occupant comfort in the built environment and sustainable building design. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Architectural Engineering from the UAE University, a Master’s degree in Sustainable Critical Infrastructure from Khalifa University, and is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Architectural Engineering at the UAE University . Her professional experience includes serving as a Graduate Teaching and Research Assistant at both Khalifa University and UAE University, where she has been involved in teaching, mentoring, and conducting advanced research in sustainability and human–environment interaction. Ms. Alamirah’s research contributions focus on the integration of immersive virtual environments for evaluating occupant comfort, adaptive behavior, and personal comfort models in shared spaces. Her scholarly work has been featured in high-impact journals such as Building and Environment and presented at international conferences including the Building Simulation Conference (2023, Shanghai; 2025, Brisbane) and the UAE Graduate Students Research Conference. With 68 citations and an h-index of 1 (Scopus ID: 57288505500), she continues to advance knowledge at the intersection of architecture, sustainability, and digital simulation tools, contributing to more resilient and human-centered design practices.

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Featured Publication 

Alamirah, H. (2023, September). A bibliometric analysis of immersive virtual environment applications for occupant comfort and behavior research. In Proceedings of the Building Simulation Conference 2023 (p. 1397). Shanghai, China. https://doi.org/10.26868/25222708.2023.1397