KARTHIK M | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. KARTHIK M | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

SRM Madurai College for Engineering and Tchnology | India

Dr. M. Karthik is a dedicated academician and researcher in the field of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, with a strong specialization in High Voltage Engineering. He currently serves as a Senior Grade Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at SRM Madurai College for Engineering and Technology, Tamil Nadu. With over nine years of teaching experience across reputed engineering institutions, he has consistently contributed to academic excellence, curriculum delivery, and student mentorship. Dr. Karthik earned his Ph.D. (Part-Time) in High Voltage Engineering from Anna University, Chennai, completing his doctoral coursework at the Government College of Technology, Coimbatore, with outstanding academic performance. He also holds an M.E. degree in High Voltage Engineering, graduating as a university topper with distinction, and a B.E. degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering. His strong academic foundation reflects his commitment to technical rigor and continuous learning. His primary research interests include liquid and solid dielectrics, high voltage insulation, and related reliability studies in power systems. Dr. Karthik has actively disseminated his research through multiple national-level conference paper presentations, covering interdisciplinary themes such as biomedical signal processing, intrusion detection systems, SCADA technology, energy conservation, fuel cell technologies, and advanced power electronics applications. An active contributor to the research community, Dr. Karthik maintains profiles on ORCID, Scopus, Google Scholar, Publons, and Vidwan, highlighting his scholarly engagement and research impact. Through his teaching, research, and academic service, he remains committed to advancing knowledge in high voltage engineering and fostering innovation in electrical engineering education.

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Featured Publications

An efficient waste management technique with IoT based smart garbage system
– Materials Today: Proceedings, 2023
Frequency control of PV-connected micro grid system using fuzzy logic controller
– Materials Today: Proceedings, 2021
Visualization of virtual environment through LabVIEW platform
– Materials Today: Proceedings, 2021
Studies on critical properties of vegetable oil based insulating fluids
– IEEE INDICON, 2015
Appropriate analysis on properties of various compositions on fluids with and without additives for liquid insulation in power system transformer applications
– Scientific Reports, 2024

Peter Anyin | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Peter Anyin | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Institute for Intermodal Transports and Logistics Systems | Germany

Anyin, Peter Betianabeshe, Ph.D., is a transportation engineer and researcher specializing in traffic planning, simulation, and quantitative modeling of complex mobility systems. His academic and professional work is centered on developing data-driven and system-oriented approaches to improve traffic operations, urban mobility, and infrastructure planning, particularly in rapidly growing metropolitan regions. He is currently engaged in advanced research at Technische Universität Braunschweig, Germany, where his doctoral studies focus on transportation planning and traffic simulation, with a strong emphasis on designing quantitative metrics for evaluating microscopic traffic simulators and systemic planning frameworks. His Ph.D. research addresses the systemic planning of traffic in Lagos, Nigeria, integrating simulation-based methodologies with real-world mobility challenges. Dr. Anyin’s research expertise spans microscopic traffic simulation, queueing theory, statistical traffic data analysis, and computational modeling. He has extensive experience working with industry-standard simulation tools such as VISSIM, SUMO, Aimsun, and MATSim, alongside programming and analytical platforms including Python, MATLAB, Simulink, and SQL. His interdisciplinary research also extends into machine learning applications, such as generative adversarial networks and physics-informed neural networks, applied to traffic systems and pavement modeling. He has authored multiple peer-reviewed journal articles and conference papers on traffic simulation comparison, queueing models, sustainable transportation systems, and computational methodologies. His work has been published in reputable international journals and presented at global conferences. In addition to research, he actively supervises graduate students, contributes to collaborative urban planning projects, and engages with stakeholders to translate simulation research into practical transportation solutions.

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Analytical Determination of Queueing System Performance for Sustainable Economic Development
– Arid Zone Journal of Engineering, Technology and Environment, 2022
MATLAB SimEvent for Traffic Queue Model
– Arid Zone Journal of Engineering, Technology and Environment, 2024
Simplified Octahedral Shear Stress Theory for Plane Elements
– Nnamdi Azikiwe University Journal of Civil Engineering, 2025
Formulation of Limit State Deflection Equation for Thin Rectangular Steel Plates Analysis
– Nnamdi Azikiwe University Journal of Civil Engineering, 2025
Pertuzumab Overcomes Chemotherapy/Trastuzumab Resistance in ER+/HER2+ Tumors Classified as Luminal Functional Subtype
– Cancer Research (Supplement), 2016

Sumaraj S | Engineering | Academic Excellence Award

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Dr. Sumaraj S | Engineering | Academic Excellence Award

Dr. Sumaraj is a Civil and Environmental Engineer with over a decade of academic and research experience, specializing in water and environmental sustainability. He holds a Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of Auckland, New Zealand, where his doctoral research contributed to advancing sustainable approaches in water and wastewater treatment systems. His strong academic foundation also includes a Master of Technology in Environmental Engineering and Management from the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, where he graduated with distinction, and a Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering from the National Institute of Engineering, Mysore. Dr. Sumaraj’s research interests span water and wastewater treatment engineering, sustainable technologies, nutrient contaminant remediation, carbon-based materials such as biochar and activated carbon, adsorption mechanisms, surface chemistry, analytical chemistry, and air pollution monitoring. His work reflects an interdisciplinary approach that integrates environmental science, engineering solutions, and sustainability-driven innovation, leading to peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, and award-winning student research projects. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology, Bengaluru, Dr. Sumaraj is actively involved in teaching, mentoring, and academic leadership. He has designed and delivered courses in green technology, environmental sustainability, wastewater treatment, water supply engineering, and research methodology. Beyond the classroom, he plays a key role in industry–academia collaboration, skill development initiatives, and sustainability-focused training programs. A recipient of multiple scholarships and honors, including the University of Auckland Doctoral Scholarship and recognition under national and international sustainability programs, Dr. Sumaraj is also a certified Green-Belt Career and Higher Education Counsellor. His professional journey reflects a strong commitment to research excellence, environmental stewardship, and the development of future-ready engineers.

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Eddy Chevallier | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Eddy Chevallier | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

LAMIH – UPHF/CNRS 8201 | France

Dr. Eddy Chevallier is a distinguished researcher in Engineering Sciences, specializing in electromechanical systems that utilize static or dynamic electrical contact as a channel for information or power transmission. Currently serving as an Ingénieur de Recherche at the LAMIH Laboratory (UMR CNRS 8201, UPHF) in Famars, France, he focuses on understanding how surface topography influences multi-physical phenomena occurring at interfaces. His work spans electrical, thermal, and mechanical properties, integrating experimental measurement, numerical programming, and theoretical modeling to advance industrial applications that rely on surface-dependent interactions. His research aims to identify and quantify the relationships between topographic parameters and functional surface behavior, enabling the development of hybrid methodologies for optimizing surface designs based on precise performance requirements. Dr. Chevallier is qualified in the French national academic sections 28 (Physics of Materials), 60 (Mechanics), and 63 (Electrical Engineering), reflecting the interdisciplinary breadth of his expertise. He earned his Doctorate in 2014 from the Université de Picardie Jules Verne, where his thesis, supervised by Jérôme Fartin and co-advised by Robert Rouzereau and Valéry Bourny, focused on defining quality indices for metallic sliding contact using electrical signatures of surface condition. His doctoral work received the distinction of “Très Honorable.” He also holds a Master’s degree in physical characterization and modeling of complex materials from the same institution. Dr. Chevallier has contributed to leading scientific journals such as Tribology International, Journal of Tribology, Journal of Applied Physics, and has presented his work at numerous international and national conferences, reinforcing his role as a key contributor to tribology and electromechanical interface research.

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Featured Publications

Chevallier, E., Bourny, V., Bouzerar, R., Fortin, J., Durand-Drouhin, O., & others. (2014). Voltage noise across a metal/metal sliding contact as a probe of the surface state. Journal of Applied Physics, 115(15).

Chevallier, E. (2014). Définition d’indices de qualité du contact glissant métallique: Signatures électriques de l’état de surface (Doctoral dissertation, Université de Picardie Jules Verne). Université de Picardie Jules Verne.

Chevallier, E. (2020). Mechanical model of the electrical response from a ring–wire sliding contact. Tribology Transactions, 63(2), 215–221.

Jonckheere, B., Bouzerar, R., Bourny, V., Bausseron, T., Foy, N., & Chevallier, E. (2017). Assessment of the real contact area of a multi-contact interface from electrical measurements. In 23ème Congrès Français de Mécanique (CFM), France.

Guessasma, M., Bourny, V., Haddad, H., Machado, C., Chevallier, E., Tekaya, A., & others. (2018). Multi-scale and multi-physics modeling of the contact interface using DEM and coupled DEM-FEM approach. In Advances in Multi-Physics and Multi-Scale Couplings in Geo-Environmental Engineering.

Raouf hassan| Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Raouf hassan| Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University, Saudi Arabia🎓

Dr. Raouf Ahmed Mohamed Hassan is an accomplished Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering with a specialization in Sanitary and Environmental Engineering. Currently employed at the Faculty of Engineering, Aswan University, and Imam Muhammad Ibn Saud Islamic University (IMSIU) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Dr. Hassan has demonstrated expertise in both academic and research domains. With a career objective focused on international academia and the advancement of knowledge in his field, Dr. Hassan is dedicated to fostering innovative ideas and solutions in environmental engineering

Professional Profile 

 

🎓Education🧑‍🎓

Dr. Hassan earned his Ph.D. and M.Sc. degrees from the prestigious GEPEA laboratory at Nantes University in France, specializing in Environmental Engineering. His academic journey began with a Bachelor of Civil Engineering from South Valley University in Aswan, Egypt, where he graduated with honors. His solid educational foundation has provided him with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in his chosen field.

💼Work Experience

Dr. Hassan’s professional career spans over two decades, with significant experience in both teaching and research. Since January 2017, he has been serving as an Assistant Professor at IMSIU in Riyadh. Prior to this, he held a similar position at Aswan University, where he contributed significantly to the Civil Engineering Department. His career also includes a tenure as the Head of the Construction & Building Department at the Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport. Over the years, he has taught a wide array of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, supervised numerous student projects, and led impactful research initiatives.

🔍Research Focus 

Dr. Hassan’s research focuses primarily on Sanitary and Environmental Engineering, with a particular emphasis on sustainable waste management, water resources, and environmental impact assessment. His recent projects include developing optimized waste disposal and segregation strategies for Saudi Arabia, managing greywater in urban environments, and improving the reliability of water distribution networks. His work is driven by the goal of creating sustainable engineering solutions that address both current and future environmental challenges.

🏆Awards and Honors

Throughout his career, Dr. Hassan has been recognized for his contributions to environmental engineering. Although specific awards and honors are not detailed, his receipt of significant research grants from Saudi Arabian institutions, such as the Deputyship for Research & Innovation and the Deanship of Scientific Research at IMSIU, reflects his recognition as a leading researcher in his field. These grants support his ongoing efforts to address pressing environmental challenges through innovative research.

Conclusion

Dr. Raouf Ahmed Mohamed Hassan appears to be a highly qualified and deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His extensive experience in teaching, research, and project management, combined with a strong academic background and involvement in impactful research projects, positions him as a strong contender for the award. Addressing the areas for improvement, particularly by highlighting his publication impact and prior recognition, would further strengthen his application.

📖Publications : 

  • Anaerobic Co-digestion of Sugar Beet Pulp and Sludge: Influence of Periodic Intermittent Stirring and Mixing Ratio
    📅 Year: 2024
    📚 Journal: Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery
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  • Prediction of Wastewater Treatment Plant Performance through Machine Learning Techniques
    📅 Year: 2024
    📚 Journal: Desalination and Water Treatment
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  • Optimizing Sludge Extract Reuse from Physico-Chemical Processes for Zero-Waste Discharge: A Critical Review
    📅 Year: 2024
    📚 Journal: Desalination and Water Treatment
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  • Modified Rice Husk Waste-Based Filter for Wastewater Treatment: Pilot Study and Reuse Potential
    📅 Year: 2024
    📚 Journal: Chemical Engineering and Technology
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  • Advancing Cobalt Ferrite-Supported Activated Carbon from Orange Peels for Real Pulp and Paper Mill Wastewater Treatment
    📅 Year: 2024
    📚 Journal: Desalination and Water Treatment
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  • Performance Indicators for Assessing Environmental Management Plan Implementation in Water Projects
    📅 Year: 2024
    📚 Journal: Sustainability (Switzerland)
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  • Comparing Remote Sensing and Geostatistical Techniques in Filling Gaps in Rain Gauge Records and Generating Multi-Return Period Isohyetal Maps in Arid Regions
    📅 Year: 2024
    📚 Journal: Water (Switzerland)
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  • Performance Assessment of Up-Flow Anaerobic Multi-Staged Reactor Followed by Auto-Aerated Immobilized Biomass Unit for Treating Polyester Wastewater, with Biogas Production
    📅 Year: 2024
    📚 Journal: Applied Water Science
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  • Optimizing the Coagulation/Flocculation Process for the Treatment of Slaughterhouse and Meat Processing Wastewater: Experimental Studies and Pilot-Scale Proposal
    📅 Year: 2024
    📚 Journal: International Journal of Environmental Science and Technology
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  • An Eco-Friendly Solution for Greywater Treatment via Date Palm Fiber Filter
    📅 Year: 2024
    📚 Journal: Desalination and Water Treatment
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