Mr. Kiya Kefeni Benti | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Kiya Kefeni Benti | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

PhD Scholar | University of Johannesburg | South Africa

Kiya Kefeni Benti is a distinguished water resources engineer and academic with extensive expertise in hydrology, climate change, and environmental impact assessment. Currently a lecturer and researcher at Adama Science and Technology University, Ethiopia, he leads the Department of Water Resources Engineering and actively contributes to the Water Resources and Irrigation Engineering Center of Excellence. Kiya holds a Ph.D. (ongoing) in Civil Engineering (Water Engineering) from the University of Johannesburg, South Africa, where his research focuses on modeling climate change impacts on hydrological processes and estimating groundwater recharge in the Olifants River Basin for sustainable water resource management. He earned his MSc in Water Resources Engineering (Very Great Distinction) from Adama Science and Technology University, with a thesis on assessing climate change impacts on water availability in the Upper Awash Sub-Basin, Ethiopia, and a BSc in Water Resources and Irrigation Engineering (Distinction) from the same institution. Kiya is a registered professional engineer with APEGA and APEGS, recognized for his strong problem-solving skills, teamwork, and leadership in both research and teaching. His professional training includes advanced hydrologic and spatial analysis, remote sensing for agriculture, WaPOR-based water productivity analysis, and Python-based geospatial modeling. His research interests span hydrology, watershed management, integrated water resources management, hydro-informatics, climate change impact assessment, surface and groundwater modeling, irrigation water demand, and land and water productivity. Kiya has published impactful research, including the 2025 article “Assessing Streamflow Response to Climate Change Under Shared Socioeconomic Pathways in the Olifants River Basin, South Africa”. He has received multiple awards for academic excellence, including gold medal recognition for his MSc performance. His contributions have earned him an h-index reflecting scholarly impact, and he continues to mentor graduate students while advancing sustainable water management practices.

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Featured Publication

Benti, K. K., Dinka, M. O., Rwanga, S. S., & Aredo, M. R. (2025). Assessing streamflow response to climate change under shared socioeconomic pathways (SSPs) in the Olifants River Basin, South Africa. Hydrology, 12, 244.

 

Hakan Terzioğlu | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Hakan Terzioğlu | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Hakan Terzioğlu at Selçuk University, Turkey

Dr. Hakan Terzioğlu is a distinguished academic in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, currently serving at Selçuk University. He earned his Ph.D. in 2016 with research focused on switched reluctance motors. With over two decades of teaching and research experience, his work spans electric vehicles, control systems, renewable energy, and defense technologies. He has supervised numerous graduate theses and led national research projects. His publications cover advanced motor control, thermoelectric generators, and solar energy systems. In addition to his research, he has held key administrative roles including department chair and research center deputy director, contributing significantly to academic and technological advancement.

Professional Profile

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🎓 Education Background

Dr. Hakan Terzioğlu holds a strong academic foundation in Electrical and Electronics Engineering. He completed his Ph.D. in 2016 at Selçuk University, focusing on reducing torque ripple in switched reluctance motors through driver and controller design. He earned his M.Sc. in 2008 from Gazi University, where he developed PID parameter identification methods using DC motor performance curves. His undergraduate studies were completed in 2005 at Gazi University’s Faculty of Technical Education. With this solid educational background, Dr. Terzioğlu has built a career that bridges theoretical expertise and practical application in control systems, renewable energy, and electric vehicle technologies.

🏢 Professional Experience

Dr. Hakan Terzioğlu has over 20 years of academic and research experience in electrical and electronics engineering. He currently serves as a faculty member in the Department of Control and Command Systems at Selçuk University. Previously, he held academic roles at Konya Technical University and Gazi University, contributing to both teaching and research. He has supervised numerous graduate theses and led multiple national research projects in areas such as electric vehicle design, renewable energy, and smart control systems. In addition to his academic work, he has held key administrative positions including department chair, research center deputy director, and rector’s advisor.

🏆 Awards and Honors

Dr. Hakan Terzioğlu has been recognized for his contributions to electrical and electronics engineering through various academic and project-based honors. He has served as the principal investigator and researcher on several nationally funded scientific projects, reflecting his leadership in innovation and applied research. His work in electric vehicles, thermoelectric energy systems, and control technologies has earned institutional support and academic recognition. Additionally, his role in mentoring graduate students in cutting-edge fields such as defense systems and renewable energy showcases his commitment to academic excellence. These achievements underline his dedication to advancing technological research and education in Turkey.

🔬 Research Focus

Dr. Hakan Terzioğlu’s research primarily centers on electrical machines, control systems, renewable energy technologies, and electric vehicle applications. His doctoral work on reducing torque ripple in switched reluctance motors laid the foundation for his continued exploration of advanced motor control strategies. He has contributed to the development of battery management systems, MPPT-controlled solar lighting systems, and thermoelectric power generation. His recent focus includes defense technology applications, smart grid optimization, and the integration of blockchain in engineering systems. Dr. Terzioğlu’s interdisciplinary approach bridges theory and application, addressing current challenges in energy efficiency, automation, and intelligent transportation technologies.

📚 Top Publications with Details

Dijkstra algorithm using UAV path planning
📅 Year: 2020 | Cited by: 51

Analysis of effect factors on thermoelectric generator using Taguchi method
📅 Year: 2020 | Cited by: 45

Hız performans eğrisi kullanılarak kazanç (PID) parametrelerinin belirlenmesi
📅 Year: 2007 | Cited by: 33

A new approach to the installation of solar panels
📅 Year: 2015 | Cited by: 18

Comparison of two different restoration materials and two different implant designs of implant-supported fixed cantilevered prostheses: A 3D finite element analysis
📅 Year: 2013 |  Cited by: 18

📌 Conclusion

Dr. Hakan Terzioğlu is a highly accomplished academic and researcher in the fields of Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, and Sustainable Technology Development, making him an excellent candidate for the Best Researcher Award. With a Ph.D. from Selçuk University and over 20 years of experience, he has demonstrated expertise through impactful research in reluctance motors, electric vehicles, renewable energy, and smart systems. He has led and contributed to numerous nationally funded projects, published in respected journals, and mentored graduate students in emerging technologies. His leadership in academic and administrative roles further highlights his commitment to advancing engineering education and innovation.

 

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ping Li | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ping Li | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Associate professor, Northwest University, China

Dr. Ping Li is an accomplished Associate Professor in the Department of Geology at Northwest University, Xi’an, China. With a robust academic and research background in geological and civil engineering, she has built her career around unsaturated soil mechanics, soil bioengineering, and soil microstructure analysis. Dr. Li is widely recognized for her extensive contributions to geotechnical research, particularly in the study of loess soils and their behavior under environmental influences. Her collaborative international work, especially during her joint PhD in Canada, reflects her commitment to advancing the understanding of sustainable soil engineering.

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🎓 Education Background:

Dr. Ping Li holds a Ph.D. in Geological Engineering from Chang’an University (2013–2016) and a Joint Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of Ottawa, Canada (2014–2016), where she conducted her thesis in English on predicting the wetting-induced collapse of unsaturated soils. She also earned her MSc (2011–2013) and BSc (2007–2011) in Geological Engineering from Chang’an University, graduating with a strong academic record and a GPA of 3.84.

💼 Professional Experience:

Dr. Li currently serves as an Associate Professor and Doctoral Supervisor at Northwest University, a position she has held since January 2023 after working as a Lecturer in the same department from 2017 to 2022. Her teaching responsibilities include courses like Foundation Engineering and Soil Testing Techniques. Throughout her career, she has played principal and collaborative roles in several national and provincial scientific projects focusing on loess deformation, soil stability, and eco-friendly soil improvement techniques.

🏆 Awards and Honors:

While specific awards are not individually listed, Dr. Li has successfully led multiple prestigious projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China, China Postdoctoral Science Foundation, and the Shaanxi Provincial Department of Education, highlighting her respected status in the field and her capacity to secure competitive research grants.

🔬 Research Focus:

Dr. Ping Li’s research revolves around three major themes: soil bioengineering, unsaturated soil mechanics, and soil microstructure. Her work investigates how vegetation roots impact the physical and mechanical properties of compacted loess, how collapse behaviors can be modeled under different wetting scenarios, and how advanced imaging can be used to quantify microstructural changes. She also explores sustainable approaches using biochar and nanomaterials to stabilize loess soils and improve their hydraulic behavior. Her research is both theoretical and application-driven, aiming to enhance infrastructure stability and environmental resilience.

🔚 Conclusion:

Dr. Ping Li stands out as a leading geotechnical researcher with deep expertise in loess soil behavior, sustainability, and microstructural analysis. Her dedication to academic excellence, international collaboration, and real-world problem-solving in soil mechanics has significantly influenced the field. She continues to mentor future geoscientists and push the boundaries of eco-geotechnical engineering.

📚 Top Noted Publications :

  1. Investigating the saturated hydraulic conductivity and its variation of a fine-grained soil with root exudates of Robinia pseudoaccacia – Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering, 2025, Accepted.
    Cited by: Pending

  2. Effects of vegetation roots on the structure and hydraulic properties of soils: A perspective review – Science of The Total Environment, 2024, Vol. 906.
    Cited by: 15+

  3. Influence of biochar on the soil‑water retention behavior of compacted loess – Journal of Soils and Sediments, 2024, Vol. 24.
    Cited by: 10+

  4. Effects of molding water content and compaction degree on the microstructure and permeability of compacted loess – Acta Geotechnica, 2023, Vol. 18.
    Cited by: 25+

  5. Review of chemical stabilizing agents for improving the physical and mechanical properties of loess – Bulletin of Engineering Geology and the Environment, 2021, Vol. 80.
    Cited by: 40+

  6. Characterizing and modeling the pore-size distribution evolution of a compacted loess during consolidation and shearing – Journal of Soils and Sediments, 2020, Vol. 20.
    Cited by: 35+

  7. Microstructural evolution of loess soils from the Loess Plateau of China – Catena, 2019, Vol. 173.
    Cited by: 50+

  8. Simple method for prediction of the soil collapse behavior due to wetting – International Journal of Geomechanics, 2018, Vol. 18.
    Cited by: 70+

  9. Prediction of the wetting-induced collapse behavior using the soil-water characteristic curve – Journal of Asian Earth Sciences, 2019, Vol. 151.
    Cited by: 60+

  10. Review of collapse triggering mechanism of collapsible soils due to wetting – Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering, 2016, Vol. 8.
    Cited by: 80+

 

Prof. Dr. Adrian Ioana | Engineering | Innovative Research Award

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Prof. Dr. Adrian Ioana | Engineering | Innovative Research Award

National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, Romania

Adrian Ioana, born in Curtea de Argeș, Romania , is a distinguished metallurgical engineer, educator, and researcher with decades of contributions to materials science, eco-metallurgy, and industrial furnace technologies. Currently serving as a Lecturer Doctor Engineer at the University “Politehnica” of Bucharest, Dr. Ioana is a prolific academic and inventor whose work bridges theoretical research and industrial application. His areas of expertise include electric arc furnaces, energy-saving metallurgical equipment, and biofuel-based combustion systems. He is an honorary member of prestigious organizations such as the Romanian Metallurgy Society (SRM) and has participated actively in Romania’s scientific advancement in metallurgy.

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🎓 Education Background

Dr. Adrian Ioana holds a Doctor Engineer title (1998) from the University “Politehnica” of Bucharest 🎓, where he defended a doctoral thesis titled “The electric arc furnaces (EAF) functional and technological performances with the preheating of the load and powder blowing optimization for the high-quality steel processing.” He completed postgraduate academic studies in Management in 2004 from the same university and earlier earned a degree in Metallurgy (1979–1984) with a specialization in Extraction Metallurgy from the Polytechnic Institute of Bucharest.

💼 Professional Experience

With an expansive career beginning in 1984, Dr. Ioana has served in various esteemed positions, including Metallurgical Engineer at the Special Steel Complex in Târgoviște 🏭, Assistant-Engineer, Associate Professor, and now Lecturer Doctor Engineer at University “Politehnica” of Bucharest. Between 1987 and 1996, he was a Main Scientific Researcher at the Metallurgical Research Institute (ICEM), focusing on burner and energy recovery systems. His professional career also includes work as an Engineer at GRANTMETAL S.A., where he addressed technical challenges in burners and furnaces.

🏅 Awards and Honors

Dr. Ioana’s inventive and academic contributions have earned him national and international recognition 🏆. These include the Gold Medal at EUREKA 2002 in Brussels for his invention “Lance for Post-Combustion,” the 1999 Henry Ford European Conservation Award, and the Great Award of the Romanian Metallurgy Society in 1996. He also won First Prize at the ICEM Symposium in 1989 and other accolades for his work in ecological and advanced industrial burning systems.

🔬 Research Focus

His research spans electric arc furnace optimization, energy efficiency in metallurgical plants, eco-metallurgy, and the implementation of biofuels in high-temperature industrial processes 🔥. He is an active member of CrossRef, WSEAS, and other professional and research networks. Dr. Ioana has authored 16 specialty books, 21 ISI articles, 32 BDI articles, over 100 conference papers, and 7 industrial patents, with a particular interest in integrating computational systems with metallurgical engineering.

✅ Conclusion

Dr. Adrian Ioana exemplifies the fusion of academic excellence and practical innovation in metallurgical science ⚙️. With a legacy of pioneering sustainable, economical, and high-performance metallurgical systems, his work continues to influence both educational and industrial domains in Romania and abroad. As an educator, researcher, and engineer, he stands as a leading figure in advancing eco-technological transformations in heavy industry.

📚 Top Publications

Ecological Education—Design and Implementation of Burners Operating with Biofuels in Oxy-Thermal Processes for Industrial Furnaces
Journal: Processes, 2025

Possibilities of Physical-Chemical Sensors’ Use for Optimizing the Processing of Metallurgical Melting Based on Computer Systems
Journal: Sensors, 2023

Experimental Research for the Establishment of the Optimal Forging and Heat Treatment Technical Parameters for Special Purpose Forged Semi-Finishes
Journal: Materials, 2023

Metallurgy’s Impact on Public Health
Journal: Revista de Cercetare si Interventie Sociala, 2013

Computational Methods and Management Algorithms for EAF Elaboration Optimization
Conference: WSEAS AMCME 2013 Proceedings, 2013