Chixin Xiao | Smart Grid | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Chixin Xiao | Smart Grid | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Xiangtan University China

Chixin Xiao is a Professor of Computer Science at Xiangtan University, China, with extensive experience in computational intelligence and power engineering. He has held academic roles at the University of Essex, the University of Newcastle, and Hong Kong Cyberport, and his work focuses on smart grid resilience and electricity market optimization.

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Education 🎓

Chixin earned his Master’s degree in Computer Science from Xiangtan University in 2004, his first Ph.D. in Computer Application Technology from Central South University in 2009, and his second Ph.D. in Power Engineering from the University of Wollongong, Australia, in 2021.

Experience 💼

Chixin Xiao has served in various academic positions at leading institutions, including the University of Essex and the University of Newcastle, Australia. Currently a professor at Xiangtan University, he continues his research and teaching despite COVID-19 restrictions.

Awards and Honors 🏆

As a Senior Member of IEEE, Chixin Xiao has been recognized for his contributions to computational intelligence and power engineering, earning accolades for his research on smart grid systems and power system modeling.

Research Focus 🔬

Chixin’s research centers on computational intelligence, focusing on smart grid resilience, power system planning, and optimization in electricity markets. His work aims to improve energy efficiency and the reliability of power systems.

Publication

  1. Blockchain-based Anonymous Authentication and Data Aggregation for Advanced Metering Infrastructure in Smart Grid
    • Authors: T. Pei, Z. Hou, J. Zhou, C. Xiao, J. Zou
    • Published In: International Journal of Critical Infrastructure Protection, 2024
    • Citations: 0

 

  1. Online Sequential Extreme Learning Machine Algorithm for Better Predispatch Electricity Price Forecasting Grids
    • Authors: C. Xiao, D. Sutanto, K.M. Muttaqi, K. Meng, Z.Y. Dong
    • Published In: IEEE Transactions on Industry Applications, 2021
    • Citations: 17

 

  1. Multi-period Data Driven Control Strategy for Real-time Management of Energy Storages in Virtual Power Plants Integrated with Power Grid
    • Authors: C. Xiao, D. Sutanto, K.M. Muttaqi, M. Zhang
    • Published In: International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy Systems, 2020
    • Citations: 12

 

  1. Hierarchical Data-Driven Optimization Scheme Compatible with the Conception of Solid-State Power Substation for Real-time VPP Management
    • Authors: C. Xiao, D. Jiang, B. Shu, M. He
    • Published In: 2023 IEEE International Conference on Energy Technologies for Future Grids, 2023
    • Citations: 0

 

  1. A Hybrid of Multidisciplinary Design and Multi-Objective Optimization for Solving Combined Heat and Power Environmental Economic Dispatch
    • Authors: C. Xiao, Z. Hu, Z. Piao, D. Jiang
    • Published In: 2023 IEEE IAS Global Conference on Emerging Technologies, 2023
    • Citations: 0

 

  1. Decision Making Based on Tradeoff Solving for Economic Emission Dispatch in Combined Heat and Power Environment
    • Authors: C. Xiao, D. Jiang, Z. Hu
    • Published In: IEEE International Conference on Systems, Man and Cybernetics, 2022
    • Citations: 0

 

  1. Minimizing Immune Costs in Social Networks Through Reinforcement Learning
    • Authors: H. Nie, P. Li, Y. Zhou, X. Wang, C. Xiao
    • Published In: Communications in Computer and Information Science, 2022
    • Citations: 0

 

Constantina-Alina Hossu | Urban Planning Award | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Constantina-Alina Hossu | Urban Planning Award |Best Researcher Award

Dr at ETH Zürich Switzerland

Dr. Constantina-Alina Hossu is a distinguished scientific researcher with a decade of experience at the Centre for Environmental Research and Impact Studies, University of Bucharest. He has led numerous high-impact projects, including EU’s GREENINC initiative and collaborative urban green infrastructure planning across Europe. An Alexander von Humboldt Fellow and recipient of multiple awards, Dr. [Your Name] has a robust background in urban sustainability, environmental impact assessment, and nature-based solutions. His academic contributions include teaching, manuscript reviewing, and thesis supervision. Proficient in GIS, R, and SPSS, he is an active member of the Society for Urban Ecology and a dedicated advocate for sustainable urban development.

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Work and Research Experience 📚🔬

October 2013 – September 2022 Scientific Researcher at the Centre for Environmental Research and Impact Studies, University of Bucharest, Nicolae Balcescu 1, Bucharest, Romania.

Research Projects 🌍🧪

2024-2026 Responsible for the work package coordinated by the Centre for Environmental Research and Impact Studies, University of Bucharest of the EU project: GREENINC ‘Growing Effective & Equitable Nature-based Solutions through Inclusive Climate Actions’, F-DUT-2022-0013. 2021– 2023 Alexander von Humboldt Fellow with the project: Collaborative urban green infrastructure planning: a multi-method approach for learning from two contrasting European cities – Munich and Bucharest, IOER and TUM, Germany. 2020 – 2022 Principal coordinator of the project Developing novel collaborative planning approaches to increase cities sustainability, PN-III-P1-1.1-TE-2019-1009, UEFISCDI, University of Bucharest, Romania. 2018 – 2020 Principal coordinator of the project Methodology to evaluate the quality and the effectiveness of environmental planning, PN-III-P1-1.1-PD-2016-0248, UEFISCDI, University of Bucharest, Romania. 2020-2022 Postdoctoral researcher within the project Benefits and constraints of joint decision making in Romania. From public participation to collaborative Environmental Impact Assessment, PN-III-P1-1.1-TE-2019-1039, UEFISCDI, University of Bucharest, Romania. 2021 Biodiversity expert within the project Invasive species management in Romania, MySMIS 120008, Regional Development Fund – The Large Infrastructure Operational Programme 2014-2020 (POIM), Romania. 2017 – 2019 Postdoctoral researcher within the project Nature-based solutions for increasing cities resilience and sustainability, PN-III-P4-ID-PCE-2016-0635, UEFISCDI, University of Bucharest, Romania. 2017 – 2018 Postdoctoral researcher within the project Experimental Methods for Ecosystems Services Assessment of Urban Lakes under Climate Changes, PN-III-P2-2.1-PED-2016-1300, UEFISCDI, University of Bucharest, Romania. 2015 – 2017 Researcher within the project Methodology for the management and resolution of environmental conflicts in Natura 2000 network, PN-II-RU-TE-2014-4-0673, UEFISCDI, University of Bucharest, Romania. 2013 – 2015 Research assistant within the project Dynamic interaction between the natural and human components based on the synergy of ecological and socio-economic factors in the rapidly urbanizing landscapes, CNDI-UEFISCDI, PN-II-PT-PCCA-2011-3.2-0084, University of Bucharest, Romania. 2012 – 2014 Research assistant within the project Modelling of environmental impact induced by the typologies of incompatible land uses in human settlements, PN-II-RU-TE-2011-3-0285, UEFISCDI, University of Bucharest, Romania.

Teaching Activities 📊🎓

2017-2018

Statistics in Environmental Science (Bachelor Studies, University of Bucharest, Faculty of Geography, Romania). Multivariate Statistical Analysis in Social and Environmental Sciences (Master Studies, University of Bucharest, Faculty of Geography, Romania). Fundamentals in the Elaboration of National Policies and Strategies (Master Studies, University of Bucharest, Faculty of Geography, Romania)

Education 🎓📜

October 2021 – March 2023 Humboldt Fellow, Host institutes: Leibniz Institute of Ecological Urban and Regional Development (IOER) and Chair for Strategic Landscape Planning and Management, Technical University of Munich, Germany. Project title: Collaborative urban green infrastructure planning: a multi-method approach for learning from two contrasting European cities – Munich and Bucharest. April 2018 CEEPUS Scholar at Slovak University of Technology, Bratislava, Slovakia. September 2016 Certificate in Mediation – Alternative Dispute Resolution, Pro Training Mediation, Bucharest, Romania. June 2016 Participation at the International Summer School on Grounded Theory and Qualitative Methods, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy. September – December 2015 Fulbright Scholar, Department of Urban Studies and Planning, Environmental Policy and Planning Group, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Cambridge, MA, United States of America. April – October 2015 Postdoc Scholar, The Research Institute of the University of Bucharest, Romania. 2011 – 2014 PhD student, Faculty of Geography, University of Bucharest, Bucharest, Romania. PhD thesis title: Locational and landscape conflicts in Romania: spatial characteristics and sustainable spatial planning (graduation with excellence). Committee members: Prof. Dr. Ileana Pătru Stupariu (University of Bucharest, Faculty of Geography, Romania), Prof. Dr. Cristian Iojă (University of Bucharest, Faculty of Geography, Romania), Dr. Anna Hersperger (WSL Birmensdorf, Switzerland), Prof. Dr. Felix Kienast (WSL Birmensdorf, Switzerland). 2012 – 2013 PhD fellow on a Sciex scholarship, Switzerland. Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research, Birmensdorf, Switzerland. 2009 – 2011 Magister in Environmental Science – University of Bucharest, Faculty of Geography, Romania. 2006 – 2009 Bachelor in Environmental Science, University of Bucharest, Faculty of Geography, Romania.

Manuscript Reviewer 📝🖋️

Review Editor for Land Use Dynamics, Frontiers in Environmental Science. Reviewer for: Ecology and Society, Landscape and Urban Planning; Landscape Ecology; Ecosystem Services; Urban Forestry & Urban Greening; Environment and Planning B: Urban Analytics and City Science; Journal of Environmental Policy & Planning; Journal of Environmental Management, International Journal of Urban Sciences, PLOS ONE, Journal of Environmental Policy & Planning, Sustainability, Forest Policy and Economics, Mountain Research and Development; Carpathian Journal of Earth and Environmental Sciences.

Thesis Co-supervisor 📚🧑‍🎓

2022
Master Thesis: ‘Urban green spaces through the gender lens: The differences in gender perceptions towards urban park’s structural diversity characteristics in Mexico City.’ by Brosnar López Rodríguez, Technical University of Munich, Chair for Strategic Landscape Planning and Management, Germany.

 

Leadership and Social Skills 🧩🤝

2022
Organizer together with Dr. Martina Artmann for the session entitled: Relational values and planning of urban nature and biodiversity, Dresden Nexus Conference, 23-25 May, Online event.

2021
Invited panelist at the International Conference “From Plans to Land Change: Dynamics of Urban Regions”, organized by Swiss Federal Research Institute WSL, Switzerland, Virtual event.

2018
Committee Member for the Session: Nature-Based Solutions & Instruments within AESOP Annual Congress: Making Space from Hope, 10-14 July 2018, Gothenburg, Sweden.

2015
Member of the organizing team of the ECOSMART international conference, Bucharest, Romania.

2015
Committee Member for the Session Mountain Land Use Changes and Ecosystem Services within the 9th IALE World Congress, July 6th, 2015 Portland, Oregon, USA.

2011
Organizer of the National Symposium of Geography Students, XVIII edition, Faculty of Geography, University of Bucharest, Romania.

2011
Volunteer in coordinating activities at ‘Viitor Plus – Association for Sustainable Development’, Bucharest, Romania.

2010
Volunteer in educational training of Roma children at ‘Valentina’ Foundation, Bucharest, Romania.

Computer Skills 💻🖥️

ArcGIS software, R software, SPSS Software; Image processing: Adobe Photoshop, GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP), Inkscape, Microsoft Windows, Office™ (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Member of International Associations 🌏🛡️

Member of Society for Urban Ecology.

Awards and Scholarships 🏆🎓

The Humboldt Research Fellowship for experienced researchers (March 2021).Rada Mihalcea award for Young Researchers in Science and Engineering, Cluj-Napoca, Romania (August 2019).CEEPUS teacher mobility grant at Slovak University of Technology, Bratislava, Slovakia (April 2018).Fulbright Senior Award competition for visiting scholars, Cambridge, MA, USA (January 2015).9th IALE World Congress Foreign Scholar Travel Award, Portland, OR, USA (January 2015).Sciex-NMSch Scholarship, Switzerland (May 2012).UEFISCDI (CNCSIS) award for papers published in ISI listed journals (2014-2020).

Other Scientific Courses 📖🧠

Participation at “Environmental Planning and Policy”, class 11.601, Prof. Lawrence Susskind, September – December, 2015, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Cambridge, MA, USA. Participation at “Writing Clinic for Researchers”, Dr. Silvia Dingwall, a four-day workshop in writing scientific English, March – April

Publications Top Notes 📝

 

  1. Title: Continuous heart volume monitoring by fully implantable soft strain sensor
    • Authors: SA Dual, B Llerena Zambrano, S Sündermann, N Cesarovic, M Kron, …
    • Year: 2020

 

  2. Title: Cardiac output estimation: Online implementation for left ventricular assist device support
    • Authors: A Petrou, M Kanakis, K Magkoutas, B De Vries, M Meboldt, MS Daners
    • Year: 2020

 

  2. Title: Control of ventricular unloading using an electrocardiogram‐synchronized pulsatile ventricular assist device under high stroke ratios 🫀🔋
    • Authors: K Magkoutas, M Rebholz, S Sündermann, A Alogna, A Faragli, V Falk, …
    • Year: 2020

 

  2. Title: Physiologic Data-Driven Iterative Learning Control for Left Ventricular Assist Devices
    • Authors: K Magkoutas, P Arm, M Meboldt, M Schmid Daners
    • Year: 2022

 

  2. Title: Pressure and bernoulli-based flow measurement via a tapered inflow VAD cannula
    • Authors: K Petersdorff-Campen, MA Dupuch, K Magkoutas, M Meboldt, C Hierold, …
    • Year: 2021

 

  2. Title: Continuous monitoring of blood pressure and vascular hemodynamic properties with miniature extravascular Hall-based magnetic sensor
    • Authors: K Magkoutas, M Weisskopf, V Falk, MY Emmert, M Meboldt, N Cesarovic, …
    • Year: 2023

 

  2. Title: Experimental investigation of geometry effects and performance of five-hole probe in measuring jets in crossflow
    • Authors: K Magkoutas, T Efstathiadis, A Kalfas
    • Year: 2022

 

  2. Title: Genetic algorithm-based optimization framework for control parameters of ventricular assist devices
    • Authors: K Magkoutas, LN Rossato, M Heim, MS Daners
    • Year: 2023

 

  2. Title: Building an interdisciplinary program of cardiovascular research at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology–the ETHeart story
    • Authors: AP Kourouklis, X Wu, RC Geyer, V Exarchos, T Nazari, J Kaemmel, …
    • Year: 2022