Jingting Liu | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jingting Liu | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Shandong University | China

Dr. Jingting Liu is an Associate Professor in the Process Equipment and Control Engineering Department at Shandong University. She holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Process Machinery from Zhejiang University and a B.S. in Process Equipment and Control Engineering from China University of Petroleum. Her work focuses on fluid dynamics, vibration, and acoustics, with a particular interest in bubble dynamics.

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Strengths for the Awards✨

  • Research Excellence: Jingting Liu has led multiple research projects, notably funded by prestigious institutions like the National Natural Science Foundation of China and various provincial foundations, highlighting her capacity to secure competitive funding.

  • Publication Record: She has published extensively in high-impact journals, including the Chemical Engineering Journal and Physics of Fluids, showcasing the significance and quality of her research.

  • Innovative Contributions: Her focus on bubble dynamics and acoustics has practical applications in fluid machinery and noise reduction, demonstrating innovation and relevance to real-world challenges.

  • Interdisciplinary Impact: Her work integrates fluid dynamics, vibration, and acoustics, broadening the impact across multiple fields.

  • Leadership and Mentorship: As an associate professor, she not only contributes to research but also teaches and mentors students, nurturing the next generation of researchers.

  • Editorial Roles: Serving as a guest editor reflects her recognition and trust within the scientific community.

Education 🎓

  • Ph.D. in Chemical Process Machinery, Zhejiang University
  • B.S. in Process Equipment and Control Engineering, China University of Petroleum

Experience 💼

Jingting Liu has been serving as an Associate Professor at Shandong University, where she teaches courses in fluid mechanics and fluid machinery. She has led multiple research projects, delving into underwater bubble dynamics and acoustic phenomena. Her contributions extend to both academia and industry, where she provides solutions to reduce noise in fluid machinery.

Research Interests On Engineering🔬

Her primary research interests include fluid machinery, vibration and acoustics, bubble dynamics, and bubble acoustics. She explores the intricate mechanisms behind bubble formation and acoustic emissions, aiming to improve fluid machinery performance and noise reduction.

Awards 🏆

  • Best Researcher Award (Nomination)

Publications 📖

  • Title: Dynamics of bubbles detached from non-circular orifices: Confinement effect of orifice boundary
    Authors: Jingting Liu*, Haoyang Qi, Yongxing Song, Songying Chen, Dazhuan Wu
    Year: 2024

  • Title: Experimental study on asymmetric bubbles rising in water: Morphology and acoustic signature
    Authors: Jingting Liu*, Shanhao Cong, Yongxing Song, Dazhuan Wu, Songying Chen
    Year: 2022

  • Title: Flow structure and acoustics of underwater imperfectly expanded supersonic gas jets
    Authors: Jingting Liu*, Shanhao Cong, Yongxing Song, Songying Chen, Dazhuan Wu
    Year: 2022

  • Title: Numerical simulations and experimental validation on passive acoustic emissions during bubble formation
    Authors: Jingting Liu, Wu Wang, Ning Chu, Dazhuan Wu, Weiwei Xu
    Year: 2018
    Citations: DOI: 10.1016/j.apacoust.2017.09.005

  • Title: Numerical simulations of bubble formation and acoustic characteristics from a submerged orifice: The effects of nozzle wall configurations
    Authors: Jingting Liu, Ning Chu, Shijie Qin, Dazhuan Wu
    Year: 2017
    Citations: DOI: 10.1016/j.cherd.2017.05.002

  • Title: Acoustic analysis on jet-bubble formation based on 3D numerical simulations
    Authors: Liu Jingting, Chu Ning, Qin Shijie, Wu Dazhuan
    Year: 2016
    Citations: INTER-NOISE 2016 – 45th International Congress and Exposition on Noise Control Engineering

  • Title: Acoustic emission measurement of submerged jet-bubble: Laboratory and computational fluid dynamics (CFD)
    Authors: Liu Jingting, Qin Shijie, Ning Chu, Wu Dazhuan
    Year: 2016

  • Title: Three-dimensional numerical simulation of air exhausted from submerged nozzles
    Authors: Liu Jingting, Qin Shijie, Miao Tiancheng, et al.
    Year: 2015

Conclusion 🔝

Jingting Liu has significantly contributed to understanding fluid dynamics and acoustics, with a special focus on bubble dynamics and noise reduction in fluid machinery. Her research not only advances academic knowledge but also provides practical solutions for industrial applications. She continues to inspire the next generation of engineers through her teaching and groundbreaking research.

Kennedy Chibuzor Onyelowe | Engineering | Outstanding Scientist Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kennedy Chibuzor Onyelowe | Engineering | Outstanding Scientist Award

Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike | Nigeria

Dr. Kennedy Chibuzor Onyelowe,  is a distinguished Associate Professor of Civil Engineering at Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Nigeria, with a robust background in geotechnical engineering and sustainable construction materials. His academic journey has spanned multiple institutions across Nigeria and Greece, with notable expertise in computational soil mechanics and environmental geotechnics.

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Strengths for the Awards✨

  • Extensive Academic Background: Dr. Onyelowe holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical Engineering) and is currently pursuing another doctoral dissertation, showcasing ongoing dedication to advancing knowledge.
  • Diverse Research Interests: His expertise spans Computational Soil Mechanics, Sustainable Construction Materials, Nanomaterials Technology, and more, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach essential for tackling modern engineering challenges.
  • Significant Teaching Experience: With over 15 years of teaching experience at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, he has mentored future engineers and contributed to shaping academic curricula.
  • Research Contributions: His work on synthesizing nanostructured ash, solid waste-based geopolymer cements, and modeling the effects of contact and seepage forces demonstrates innovative approaches in geotechnical and environmental engineering.
  • Publications and Editorial Roles: Dr. Onyelowe has a strong publication record and holds editorial roles in reputable journals, highlighting recognition by the global scientific community.
  • Leadership and Service: Serving as Deputy Dean, participating in university committees, and organizing engineering events showcase his leadership qualities and commitment to institutional development.

Education 🎓

Dr. Onyelowe holds a Doctoral Dissertation from the University of the Peloponnese, Patras, Greece (2022-2025), focusing on Civil Engineering (Structures). He earned his Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical Engineering) from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (2012-2015), following his Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering (Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering) from the same institution (2009-2010). His undergraduate studies culminated in a Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering (Structures) from the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (1998-2003).

Experience 🎗️

Dr. Onyelowe’s academic career began in 2007 as a Graduate Assistant at Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, where he steadily advanced through the ranks to become an Associate Professor in 2021. He has held multiple concurrent roles, including Associate Professor (Sabbatical) at Niger Delta University and Research Fellow at the University of the Peloponnese. His extensive teaching experience spans undergraduate to Ph.D. supervision, with research focusing on sustainable construction materials and computational geotechnics.

Research Interests On Engineering 🔬

His research interests encompass Computational Soil Mechanics, Structures Concrete, Soft Computing/Artificial Intelligence, Sustainable Construction Materials, Geotechnical Engineering, Unsaturated Soil Mechanics, Modeling and Optimization, Nanomaterials Technology, Environmental Geotechnics, Computational Geotechnics, Transportation Geotechnics, Soil Erosion, Experimental Geotechnics, Solid Waste, and Geomaterials.

Awards 🏆

Dr. Onyelowe has been recognized internationally for his contributions to geotechnical engineering and sustainable construction materials. His accolades include memberships in prestigious professional bodies such as the International Society of Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering (ISSMGE) and the International Association of Engineers (IAENG).

Publications 📚

  1. Title: Recycling and reuse of solid wastes; a hub for ecofriendly, ecoefficient and sustainable soil, concrete, wastewater and pavement reengineering

    • Authors: KC Onyelowe, D Bui Van, O Ubachukwu, C Ezugwu, B Salahudeen
    • Year: 2019
    • Citations: 84

  2. Title: Multi-objective optimization of sustainable concrete containing fly ash based on environmental and mechanical considerations

    • Authors: KC Onyelowe, DPN Kontoni, AM Ebid, F Dabbaghi, A Soleymani
    • Year: 2022
    • Citations: 74

  3. Title: Scheffe optimization of swelling, California bearing ratio, compressive strength, and durability potentials of quarry dust stabilized soft clay soil

    • Authors: K Onyelowe, G Alaneme, C Igboayaka, F Orji, H Ugwuanyi, DB Van
    • Year: 2019
    • Citations: 72

  4. Title: A comparative review of soil modification methods

    • Authors: C Onyelowe Ken, FO Okafor
    • Year: 2006
    • Citations: 72

  5. Title: Application of 3-algorithm ANN programming to predict the strength performance of hydrated-lime activated rice husk ash treated soil

    • Authors: KC Onyelowe, M Iqbal, FE Jalal, ME Onyia, IC Onuoha
    • Year: 2021
    • Citations: 67

  6. Title: Nanosized palm bunch ash (NPBA) stabilisation of lateritic soil for construction purposes

    • Authors: KC Onyelowe
    • Year: 2019
    • Citations: 66

  7. Title: Effect of micro sized quarry dust particle on the compaction and strength properties of cement stabilized lateritic soil

    • Authors: RK Etim, DU Ekpo, IC Attah, KC Onyelowe
    • Year: 2021
    • Citations: 59

  8. Title: Durability of nanostructured biomasses ash (NBA) stabilized expansive soils for pavement foundation

    • Authors: KC Onyelowe, BV Duc
    • Year: 2020
    • Citations: 56

  9. Title: Smart computing models of California bearing ratio, unconfined compressive strength, and resistance value of activated ash-modified soft clay soil with adaptive neuro-fuzzy inference system

    • Authors: M Iqbal, KC Onyelowe, FE Jalal
    • Year: 2021
    • Citations: 55

  10. Title: Rheology of mechanical properties of soft soil and stabilization protocols in the developing countries-Nigeria

  • Authors: K Onyelowe, DB Van, C Igboayaka, F Orji, H Ugwuanyi
  • Year: 2019
  • Citations: 55

Conclusion 🔖

Dr. Kennedy Chibuzor Onyelowe’s career is a testament to his dedication to advancing civil engineering through sustainable and innovative practices. His contributions to teaching, research, and professional practice continue to inspire future generations of engineers while addressing global challenges in geotechnics and construction materials.