Andrii Hovorukha | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Andrii Hovorukha | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

M.S. Poliakov Institute of Geotechnical Mechanics of the National Academy of Sciences | Ukraine

Mr. Andrii Hovorukha is a researcher specializing in the mechanics, dynamics, and tribology of railway and industrial transport systems. His work focuses on the mathematical modeling of dynamic interactions, wear, and operational safety of track structures, rolling stock, and heavily loaded mining equipment. He has authored 36 scientific publications with 15 citations and a Google Scholar h-index of 3, contributing to international journals and conference proceedings. His research includes the development of innovative friction modifier technologies, particularly the “Ideal” repair and restoration mixture, which forms wear-resistant nanostructured layers, significantly extending equipment service life. Mr. Andrii Hovorukha’s contributions advance the reliability, safety, and efficiency of industrial and railway transport systems, bridging theoretical modeling with practical industrial applications.

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Featured Publications


Improvement of the service life of mining and industrial equipment by using friction modifiers

– V.V. Hovorukha, A.V. Hovorukha · Scientific Bulletin of National Mining University, 2023 · Cited by 3


Исследование динамики приводов стрелочных переводов горного транспорта

– A.V. Hovorukha, S.L. Ladik · Геотехнічна механіка, 2015 · Cited by 3


Method for studying spatial vibrations of a vehicle during its movement along the rail track on separate supports with elastic-dissipative and inertial properties

– L.P. Semyditna, V.V. Hovorukha, A.V. Hovorukha, T.P. Sobko · Геотехнічна механіка, 2022 · Cited by 2


Research of deformed state of railway track joint zones in complex operating conditions of rail transport

– V.V. Hovorukha, A.V. Hovorukha, Y.O. Makarov, T.P. Sobko, L.P. Semyditna · Геотехнічна механіка, 2023 · Cited by 1

Kirubakaran Annamalai | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Kirubakaran Annamalai | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

National Institute of Technology Warangal | India

Dr. Kirubakaran Annamalai, Associate Professor at the Department of Electrical Engineering, National Institute of Technology, Warangal, is a distinguished researcher in Power Electronics, Renewable Energy Systems, and Distributed Generation, with a primary focus on the design, analysis, and implementation of multilevel inverters, DC-DC and DC-AC converters, grid-tied photovoltaic systems, and power quality improvement techniques. He has made significant contributions to quasi-Z-source and switched-capacitor-based inverter topologies, emphasizing high efficiency, reduced device counts, leakage current minimization, and real-time control using DSP, FPGA, and dSPACE platforms. Dr. Kirubakaran Annamalai has published 70 peer-reviewed articles, accumulating 1,563 citations with an h-index of 14 (Scopus), in top international journals such as IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics, IEEE Journal of Emerging and Selected Topics in Power Electronics, and Springer’s Journal of Electrical Engineering, and has presented extensively at IEEE and global conferences. He has authored multiple book chapters on advanced power electronics for solar PV and hybrid renewable systems, demonstrating his expertise in sustainable energy technologies. He has successfully led and collaborated on research projects funded by SERB, DST-FIST, SPARC, and SIRE, with budgets ranging from Rs. 2.8 Lakhs to over Rs. 94 Lakhs, focusing on innovative converter designs, smart grid laboratories, and electric vehicle applications, and holds patents on transformer less multilevel inverters. Dr. Kirubakaran Annamalai has supervised numerous Ph.D. and M.Tech scholars, advancing frontier research in power electronics. Recognized for his research excellence through the SIRE Fellowship 2023, multiple IEEE Best Paper Awards, editorial contributions, conference chairing, and active membership in IEEE, ISTE, and other professional bodies, he continues to drive innovation in inverter topologies, grid integration strategies, and renewable energy systems, making a lasting impact on modern power conversion technologies.

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Featured Publications

  • Palakurthi, R., & Kirubakaran, A. (2025). DSP controlled single-phase two-stage five-level inverter for high-efficiency grid-connected photovoltaic systems. Electrical Engineering, 108(1).

  • Palakurthi, R., & Kirubakaran, A. (2025). Rapid prototyping of FPGA controlled common ground single-phase transformerless five-level inverter using Xilinx System Generator. IEEE Latin America Transactions, 23(7), 609–618.

  • Kalyan Singh, K., & Kirubakaran, A. (2025). Single-phase five-level common ground transformerless switched capacitor inverters for PV applications with double gain. In 2025 Fourth International Conference on Power, Control and Computing Technologies (ICPC2T).

  • Barzegarkhoo, R., Kirubakaran, A., Pereira, T., Liserre, M., & Siwakoti, Y. P. (2024). Improved T-type and ANPC multilevel converters by means of GaN-based T-cell branch and bidirectional device. In IECON 2024 – 50th Annual Conference of the IEEE Industrial Electronics Society.

  • Kirubakaran, A., Barzegarkhoo, R., & Liserre, M. (2024). A new single-phase dual-mode active neutral point-clamped five-level inverter for renewable applications. In 2024 Third International Conference on Power, Control and Computing Technologies (ICPC2T).

Danladi Abdu | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Danladi Abdu | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Federal University of Transportation | Nigeria

Mr. Danladi Abdu is a distinguished civil engineering researcher whose work integrates artificial intelligence, data science, and structural engineering to advance the safety and performance of transportation infrastructures. His research focuses on the intelligent assessment and predictive modeling of structural behavior in railway and bridge systems using machine learning algorithms. Through his influential publications in reputable journals such as Structures and the Journal of Railway Science and Technology, Mr. Danladi Abdu has contributed significantly to the development of AI-based approaches for monitoring bridge pier settlements and predicting fire-induced steel beam deformations. His scholarly work bridges the gap between traditional structural analysis and modern computational intelligence, offering innovative methodologies for structural health monitoring and predictive maintenance. Mr. Danladi Abdu’s research interests encompass smart infrastructure systems, railway bridge engineering, machine learning applications in civil engineering, and sustainable design innovations. Recognized for his academic excellence and innovative mindset, he has received multiple awards, including the Class of 2023 Outstanding International Graduate Student Award from Central South University and the Aier Cup Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition Award. His contributions highlight a strong commitment to applying advanced technologies for solving complex engineering challenges, fostering safer, more efficient, and sustainable infrastructure systems. With an expanding research portfolio and a growing impact in structural and transportation engineering, Mr. Danladi Abdu continues to drive forward-thinking solutions that merge artificial intelligence with civil engineering principles to enhance infrastructure reliability and sustainability in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.

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Featured Publications

  • Abdu, D. M., Shedamang, S., Jimoh, J., & Idris, A. (2025). Prediction of fire-induced steel beam deformation using machine learning algorithms. Journal of Railway Science and Technology. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jrst.2025.10.001

  • Abdu, D. M., Guo, W., & Wang, Y. (2023). Assessment of railway bridge pier settlement based on train acceleration response using machine learning algorithms. Structures. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.istruc.2023.03.167

Bojiang Yin | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Bojiang Yin | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

School of Petrochemical Engineering, Lanzhou University of Technology | China

Mr. Bojiang Yin’s research primarily focuses on the fundamental and applied aspects of special valve design and process systems, with an emphasis on structural parameter optimization, reliability engineering, and multi-physics coupling dynamics. His work addresses critical challenges in extreme operating environments, such as ultra-low temperature liquid hydrogen systems, by developing innovative sealing structures and evaluating their performance using advanced computational approaches. He has employed techniques including thermo-mechanical coupling, sensitivity analysis, high-precision RBF surrogate modeling, and NSGA-II optimization to achieve reliable bidirectional sealing under cryogenic conditions. Bojiang has published in high-impact journals like Scientific Reports, contributing to the scientific understanding of valve mechanics and optimization methodologies. He has collaborated with the National Natural Science Foundation of China, the Double First-Class Key Program of Gansu Province, and other regional technology programs, bridging academic research with practical industry applications. His contributions extend to consultancy projects, product development, and providing references for the design of advanced butterfly valves, positioning him as an emerging researcher in valve innovation and cryogenic system reliability.

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Featured Publications

Li, S., Yin, B., Wei, C., Li, W., & Yang, L. (2025). Structural analysis and multi-objective optimization of sealing structure for cryogenic liquid hydrogen triple-offset butterfly valve. Scientific Reports, 15, Article 20095. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-20095-6

Amin Reza Kalantari Khalil Abad | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Amin Reza Kalantari Khalil Abad | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Iran University of Science and Technology | Iran

Dr. Amin Reza Kalantari Khalil Abad is a distinguished researcher and Lecturer in Industrial Engineering at Iran University of Science and Technology, Tehran, specializing in system optimization and sustainable supply chain design. He earned his Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering from Iran University of Science and Technology (2024), focusing on designing resilient horticultural supply chains under pest disruption, and holds an M.Sc. in Industrial Engineering (System Optimization) from Kharazmi University and a B.Sc. from Meybod University, Iran. His research expertise spans decision-making, operations research, mathematical modeling, and optimization, with emphasis on sustainable, resilient, and circular supply chain networks under uncertainty. Dr. Amin Reza Kalantari Khalil Abad has extensive teaching experience as a lecturer and teaching assistant in logistics, supply chain management, operations research, and software applications including GAMS and MiniTab. He has published six high-impact journal articles, including in the Journal of Environmental Management (2025), Journal of Industrial Information Integration (2025), Computers & Chemical Engineering (2024, 2023), Journal of Cleaner Production (2024), and Applied Soft Computing (2023). His work has been cited 57 times by 51 documents, achieving an h-index of 5 according to Scopus. Recognized as Top Ph.D. Student in Education (2021–2022) and Research (2023–2024), he also serves as a reviewer for leading journals and international conferences. Through his innovative research integrating optimization techniques, sustainable development, and supply chain resiliency, Dr. Amin Reza Kalantari Khalil Abad has significantly contributed to advancing both academic knowledge and practical applications, making him a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

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Featured Publications

  • Alizadeh, M., Kalantari Khalil Abad, A. R., Jahani, H., & Makui, A. (2023). Prevention of post-pandemic crises: A green sustainable and reliable healthcare supply chain network design for emergency medical products. Journal of Cleaner Production, 139702. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2023.139702

  • Kalantari Khalil Abad, A. R., Barzinpour, F., & Pishvaee, M. S. (2023). Toward circular economy for pomegranate fruit supply chain under dynamic uncertainty: A case study. Computers & Chemical Engineering, 178, 108362. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compchemeng.2023.108362

  • Kalantari Khalil Abad, A. R., & Pasandideh, S. H. R. (2022). Green closed-loop supply chain network design with stochastic demand: A novel accelerated Benders decomposition method. Scientia Iranica, 29(5), 2578–2592. https://doi.org/10.24200/sci.2022.55657

  • Kalantari Khalil Abad, A. R., Barzinpour, F., & Pishvaee, M. S. (2023). Green and reliable medical device supply chain network design under deep dynamic uncertainty: A novel approach in the context of COVID-19 outbreak. Applied Soft Computing, 110964. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.asoc.2023.110964

  • Kalantari Khalil Abad, A. R., & Pasandideh, S. H. R. (2021). Green closed-loop supply chain network design: A novel bi-objective chance-constraint approach. RAIRO-Operations Research, 55(2), 811–840. https://doi.org/10.1051/ro/2021035