Ho-Young Jung | Engineering | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

Ho-Young Jung
Chonnam National University, South Korea

Ho-Young Jung
Affiliation Chonnam National University
Country South Korea
Scopus ID 60590026600
Documents 69
Citations 3,574
h-index 28
Subject Area Engineering
Event International Forensic Scientist Awards

The Innovative Research Award recognizes distinguished scientific achievements and sustained scholarly contributions in advanced engineering and environmental technologies. Ho-Young Jung of Chonnam National University has established a significant academic profile through research in hydrogen storage systems, fuel cell technologies, membrane electrode assemblies, renewable energy materials, microbial fuel cells, and environmental purification systems.[1] His scholarly publications demonstrate interdisciplinary integration between environmental engineering, electrochemical energy conversion, advanced materials science, and sustainable technological development.[2]

Abstract

Ho-Young Jung has contributed extensively to the advancement of sustainable engineering research through studies on fuel cells, electrochemical systems, hydrogen storage materials, environmental remediation technologies, and membrane engineering.[3] His research portfolio includes highly cited review articles and experimental investigations that address contemporary challenges associated with renewable energy conversion, water purification, toxic pollutant adsorption, and hydrogen-based energy systems.[4] With a Scopus h-index of 28 and more than 3,574 citations, his scholarly impact demonstrates substantial international recognition within engineering and energy science communities.[1]

Keywords

Fuel Cells; Hydrogen Storage; Membrane Electrode Assembly; Renewable Energy Engineering; Microbial Fuel Cells; Environmental Remediation; Water Purification; Metal-Organic Frameworks; Electrochemical Engineering; Sustainable Materials Science

Introduction

Engineering research related to sustainable energy and environmental protection has become increasingly important in response to global climate challenges and industrial development demands. Within this context, Professor Ho-Young Jung has established a research career focused on energy-efficient electrochemical systems, renewable fuel technologies, and environmental materials engineering.[5] His interdisciplinary investigations combine advanced material science, electrochemistry, membrane technology, and environmental engineering to improve energy storage, hydrogen conversion, and pollutant remediation processes.[6]

His academic contributions have addressed both theoretical and applied engineering challenges through review articles, experimental analyses, and collaborative international research projects. The resulting body of work has significantly contributed to scholarly understanding of fuel cell operation, microbial energy systems, metal-organic frameworks, and multifunctional environmental purification materials.[7]

Research Profile

Ho-Young Jung serves in the Department of Environment and Energy Engineering at Chonnam National University, South Korea. His academic profile reflects extensive expertise in renewable energy systems, electrochemical engineering, and environmental materials science.[1] His research activities emphasize technologically relevant engineering applications associated with sustainable fuel systems and environmental sustainability.

  • Research specialization in fuel cell engineering and membrane electrode assembly technologies.
  • Investigation of hydrogen storage materials and electrochemical conversion systems.
  • Development of microbial fuel cell technologies for energy and environmental applications.
  • Research on metal-organic frameworks and adsorption materials for water purification.
  • Collaborative interdisciplinary studies in renewable energy and environmental sustainability.

Research Contributions

Ho-Young Jung’s most influential contributions is his work on vanadium redox flow batteries, which provided a comprehensive review of vanadium electrolyte systems and their operational efficiencies.[8] The publication became widely referenced within renewable energy storage research because of its detailed analysis of electrolyte performance and future development strategies.

His collaborative review on microbial fuel cell technologies further expanded scientific understanding of bio electrochemical systems, highlighting electrode optimization, membrane developments, and energy conversion mechanisms.[9] This research contributed to broader applications of sustainable bioenergy technologies and wastewater treatment integration.

Jung has also contributed substantially to hydrogen storage engineering through investigations of nanostructured magnesium hydride systems.[10] These studies examined dimensional effects in hydrogen adsorption and storage behavior, supporting the advancement of hydrogen-based clean energy technologies.

Additional contributions include environmental purification research involving cerium-based UiO-66 metal-organic frameworks and adsorption systems designed for toxic dye and metal ion removal.[11] Such studies demonstrate the interdisciplinary integration of advanced materials engineering with environmental sustainability objectives.

Publications

Selected high-impact publications associated with Professor Ho-Young Jung include the following scholarly works:

  1. Choi, C., Kim, S., Kim, R., Choi, Y., Kim, S., Jung, H., Yang, J.H., and Kim, H.T. “A review of vanadium electrolytes for vanadium redox flow batteries.” Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 69, 263–274 (2017).
  2. Palanisamy, G., Jung, H.Y., Sadhasivam, T., Kurkuri, M.D., Kim, S.C., and Roh, S.H. “A comprehensive review on microbial fuel cell technologies.” Journal of Cleaner Production, 221, 598–621 (2019).
  3. Sadhasivam, T., Kim, H.T., Jung, S., Roh, S.H., Park, J.H., and Jung, H.Y. “Dimensional effects of nanostructured Mg/MgH2 for hydrogen storage applications.” Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 72, 523–534 (2017).
  4. Rego, R.M., Sriram, G., Ajeya, K.V., Jung, H.Y., Kurkuri, M.D., and Kigga, M. “Cerium based UiO-66 MOF as a multipollutant adsorbent for universal water purification.” Journal of Hazardous Materials, 416, 125941 (2021).
  5. Jung, H.Y., Huang, S.Y., Ganesan, P., and Popov, B.N. “Performance of gold-coated titanium bipolar plates in unitized regenerative fuel cell operation.” Journal of Power Sources, 194(2), 972–975 (2009).

Research Impact

The scholarly impact of  Ho-Young Jung is reflected through extensive citation performance and sustained publication visibility across engineering and energy science disciplines.[1] His publications are frequently referenced in studies concerning electrochemical energy systems, environmental remediation technologies, advanced adsorption materials, and hydrogen energy infrastructure.

Research contributions involving microbial fuel cells and renewable energy storage have influenced subsequent investigations related to sustainable industrial systems and clean energy technologies.[9] His interdisciplinary collaborations further demonstrate integration between engineering innovation and environmental sustainability objectives.

  • More than 3,574 citations indexed within Scopus databases.
  • An h-index of 28 demonstrating sustained scholarly influence.
  • Publication of 69 indexed scholarly documents in internationally recognized journals.
  • High citation rates in renewable energy and environmental engineering literature.

Award Suitability

Ho-Young Jung demonstrates strong suitability for recognition through the Innovative Research Award due to his sustained scholarly productivity, interdisciplinary engineering research, and internationally cited contributions to renewable energy technologies.[2] His investigations into fuel cells, hydrogen storage systems, and environmental purification technologies align with global priorities related to sustainable engineering innovation and clean energy transition.

The combination of high-impact review publications, advanced electrochemical engineering studies, and collaborative environmental research reflects a broad scientific contribution with practical industrial relevance.[11] These characteristics support recognition within international academic and scientific award platforms.

Conclusion

Ho-Young Jung has established a distinguished research profile within engineering and environmental science through contributions to fuel cell systems, renewable energy technologies, hydrogen storage engineering, and advanced environmental materials. His publication record, citation performance, and interdisciplinary collaborations demonstrate sustained academic impact and international scholarly recognition.[1] The breadth and relevance of his engineering research support his recognition within the framework of the Innovative Research Award and related international scientific honors.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Ho-Young Jung, Author ID 60590026600. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=60590026600
  2. Google Scholar. (n.d.). Ho-Young Jung citation profile and scholarly metrics.
    https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=t9DTaOIAAAAJ
  3. Jung, H.Y., et al. (2012). Role of the glass transition temperature of Nafion 117 membrane in membrane electrode assembly preparation. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy.
    https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0360319912012645
  4. Sriram, G., et al. (2022). Recent trends in the application of metal-organic frameworks for toxic dye removal. Sustainable Materials and Technologies.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.susmat.2021.e00378
  5. Chonnam National University. (n.d.). Department of Environment and Energy Engineering faculty profile.
  6. Sriram, G., et al. (2017). Microfluidic analytical devices for colorimetric detection of toxic ions. TrAC Trends in Analytical Chemistry.
  7. Sriram, G., et al. (2020). Naturally available diatomite and surface modification for hazardous dye removal. Advances in Colloid and Interface Science.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cis.2020.102198
  8. Choi, C., et al. (2017). A review of vanadium electrolytes for vanadium redox flow batteries. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2016.11.188
  9. Palanisamy, G., et al. (2019). A comprehensive review on microbial fuel cell technologies. Journal of Cleaner Production.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2019.02.172
  10. Sadhasivam, T., et al. (2017). Dimensional effects of nanostructured Mg/MgH2 for hydrogen storage applications. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews.
    https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1364032117301028
  11. Rego, R.M., et al. (2021). Cerium based UiO-66 MOF as a multipollutant adsorbent for universal water purification. Journal of Hazardous Materials.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jhazmat.2021.125941

Keping Zhang | Engineering | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

Keping Zhang
Chongqing Jiaotong University, China

Keping Zhang
Affiliation Chongqing Jiaotong University
Country China
Scopus ID 57211047324
Documents 15
Citations 131
h-index 6
Subject Area Engineering
Event International Forensic Scientist Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-5370-3784

Keping Zhang is a researcher affiliated with Chongqing Jiaotong University in China whose academic work focuses primarily on civil engineering, tunnel mechanics, railway infrastructure systems, and transportation engineering. His research profile demonstrates sustained contributions to the analysis of shield tunnel structures, subgrade settlement behavior, high-speed railway systems, and reinforced underground infrastructure technologies. Through scholarly publications indexed in Scopus and related international databases, Zhang has contributed to engineering studies involving structural mechanics, experimental analysis, constitutive modeling, and infrastructure durability evaluation.[1] His scholarly output reflects interdisciplinary engagement between transportation engineering, geotechnical systems, and underground construction technologies.[2]

Abstract

This article presents an academic overview of the engineering research activities and scholarly contributions of Keping Zhang of Chongqing Jiaotong University. His work emphasizes transportation infrastructure engineering, shield tunnel mechanics, high-speed railway systems, and reinforcement technologies for underground structures. Zhang has participated in studies involving dynamic railway behavior, constitutive relationships in reinforced tunnel interfaces, and experimental evaluations of infrastructure resilience under settlement and loading conditions. His published works in peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings demonstrate contributions to modern civil engineering methodologies, particularly in tunnel reinforcement systems and railway infrastructure performance analysis.[3]

Keywords

Civil Engineering; Tunnel Engineering; Transportation Infrastructure; Shield Tunnels; High-Speed Railway Systems; Structural Mechanics; Reinforcement Technology; Subgrade Settlement; Underground Construction; Engineering Structures

Introduction

The advancement of transportation infrastructure and underground engineering has become increasingly important in rapidly urbanizing regions where railway systems, tunnels, and underground transit networks require reliable structural performance and long-term operational safety. Researchers in civil and transportation engineering continue to investigate methods to improve infrastructure durability, reduce settlement-related risks, and optimize reinforcement systems for complex underground environments.[4]

Keping Zhang has contributed to these areas through research involving experimental testing, constitutive modeling, structural analysis, and engineering simulations. His academic work spans tunnel reinforcement technologies, railway dynamic response systems, and deformation analysis under variable geological and operational conditions. Zhang’s research profile also demonstrates international academic engagement through educational affiliations with Tongji University and the University of Toronto.[5]

Research Profile

Keping Zhang’s academic profile is associated with research in engineering mechanics, transportation systems, and underground infrastructure technologies. His Scopus-indexed publications reflect investigations into shield tunnel reinforcement interfaces, railway settlement dynamics, and structural performance under loading and unloading conditions. Several of his studies focus on the use of steel plates, carbon fiber shells, and bonded reinforcement systems for tunnel stabilization and performance enhancement.[6]

The researcher has produced journal articles, conference papers, and technical studies appearing in engineering journals such as Construction and Building Materials, Engineering Structures, Composite Structures, and Structures. These publications demonstrate involvement in both theoretical and experimental engineering investigations involving advanced transportation infrastructure systems.[7]

  • Research specialization in shield tunnel reinforcement and railway infrastructure engineering.
  • Scopus-indexed author with publications in international engineering journals.
  • Research interests include constitutive modeling, settlement mechanics, and structural durability analysis.
  • Academic affiliations include Tongji University and the University of Toronto.

Research Contributions

A significant portion of Zhang’s research contributions involves the investigation of bond interfaces and reinforcement systems in shield tunnels. His studies have examined viscoelastic creep behavior, constitutive relationships, and mechanical performance of reinforced tunnel interfaces using experimental and analytical approaches.[8] These investigations contribute to understanding the long-term performance and reliability of underground tunnel systems subjected to structural stresses and environmental conditions.

Another important aspect of his research concerns railway infrastructure settlement and dynamic response behavior. Zhang has participated in studies analyzing differential settlement impacts on high-speed train systems and vehicle-track interaction mechanisms. These studies address operational safety and infrastructure resilience in high-speed railway networks operating under varying geotechnical conditions.[9]

His research portfolio additionally includes studies on carbon fiber shell reinforcement systems, mechanical testing of tunnel segments, aggregate morphology characterization, and engineering simulations related to railway and tunnel structures. These works collectively contribute to transportation infrastructure engineering and structural optimization research.[10]

Publications

Selected publications associated with Keping Zhang include peer-reviewed journal articles and conference proceedings in civil engineering and transportation infrastructure research.

  • “Viscoelastic creep model and parameter inversion of bond interface in steel plate reinforced tunnel lining,” Construction and Building Materials, 2024.
  • “Mechanical behavior and constitutive relationship of bond interface in steel plate-reinforced shield tunnels,” Construction and Building Materials, 2024.
  • “Analysis on dynamic behavior of 400 km/h high-speed train system under differential settlement of subgrade,” Engineering Structures, 2023.
  • “Full-scale experimental test for load-bearing behavior of the carbon fiber shell reinforced stagger-jointed shield tunnel,” Composite Structures, 2023.
  • “Effect and evaluation model of adjacent pile construction on high-speed railway piers in soft soils,” Structures, 2024.

Research Impact

According to available Scopus data, Keping Zhang has accumulated more than 130 citations across engineering publications, reflecting scholarly engagement with his research contributions in transportation infrastructure and tunnel engineering.[1] His publications have addressed practical engineering challenges including tunnel reinforcement reliability, subgrade settlement effects, and railway system dynamics.

The combination of experimental methods, constitutive modeling, and infrastructure performance analysis within his research portfolio contributes to engineering applications relevant to modern urban transportation systems and underground construction technologies. His studies are aligned with broader international research efforts focused on improving infrastructure safety, sustainability, and resilience.[11]

Award Suitability

Keping Zhang’s engineering research profile demonstrates suitability for recognition within academic and professional award frameworks associated with infrastructure engineering and applied transportation research. His scholarly contributions include peer-reviewed publications, international academic collaborations, and research addressing practical engineering challenges relevant to underground transportation systems.[12]

The interdisciplinary character of his work, particularly in tunnel reinforcement systems and railway dynamic analysis, reflects continued engagement with technically demanding engineering problems. These contributions support the relevance of his profile to academic recognition programs such as the International Forensic Scientist Awards and related interdisciplinary engineering distinctions.

Conclusion

Keping Zhang is an engineering researcher whose work contributes to transportation infrastructure analysis, tunnel reinforcement technologies, and railway system engineering. Through publications in recognized engineering journals and conference proceedings, he has examined structural behavior, settlement mechanisms, and underground infrastructure reinforcement systems using analytical and experimental methodologies. His research profile demonstrates academic productivity and engagement with engineering challenges associated with modern transportation systems and underground construction technologies.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Keping Zhang, Author ID 57211047324. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57211047324
  2. ORCID. (n.d.). Keping Zhang ORCID Profile.
    https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5370-3784
  3. Zhang, K. (2024). Viscoelastic creep model and parameter inversion of bond interface in steel plate reinforced tunnel lining. Construction and Building Materials.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2024.137346
  4. Zhang, K. (2023). Analysis on dynamic behavior of 400 km/h high-speed train system under differential settlement of subgrade. Engineering Structures.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.engstruct.2022.115521
  5. Tongji University. (2024). Academic qualification and engineering research profile of Keping Zhang.
  6. Zhang, K. (2024). Mechanical behavior and constitutive relationship of bond interface in steel plate-reinforced shield tunnels. Construction and Building Materials.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2023.134178
  7. Zhang, K. (2023). Full-scale experimental test for load-bearing behavior of the carbon fiber shell reinforced stagger-jointed shield tunnel. Composite Structures.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compstruct.2023.116773
  8. Zhang, K. (2025). Mechanical Properties of Bonding Interfaces of Shield Tunnels Reinforced with Inner Steel Rings. Tongji Daxue Xuebao.
    https://doi.org/10.11908/j.issn.0253-374x.23208
  9. Zhang, K. (2021). Effect of lateral differential settlement of high-speed railway subgrade on dynamic response of vehicle-track coupling systems. Structural Engineering and Mechanics.
    https://doi.org/10.12989/SEM.2021.80.5.491
  10. Zhang, K. (2024). Research on the influencing factors and correlation of multi-scale morphological descriptors of coarse aggregate. Construction and Building Materials.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2024.139402
  11. Zhang, K. (2024). Effect and evaluation model of adjacent pile construction on high-speed railway piers in soft soils. Structures.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.istruc.2024.107687
  12. International Forensic Scientist Awards. (n.d.). Award recognition and academic distinction platform.
    forensicscientist.org

Sarat Mohapatra | Engineering | Innovative Research Award

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Dr. Sarat Mohapatra | Engineering | Innovative Research Award

Centre for Marine Technology and Ocean Engineering (CENTEC), Instituto Superior Técnico, University of Lisbon | Portugal

Dr. Sarat Mohapatra is an accomplished marine researcher whose work bridges theoretical modeling, computational simulation, and experimental validation in the fields of hydroelasticity, ocean hydrodynamics, offshore aquaculture systems, and floating platform dynamics. His research primarily addresses complex fluid–structure interactions and the development of hydroelastic models for flexible and porous marine structures under combined wave and current conditions. With over 70 international publications in leading journals such as Ocean Engineering, Applied Ocean Research, Journal of Fluids and Structures, Physics of Fluids, and Journal of Marine Science and Engineering, his work has received significant global recognition, reflected in an h-index of 21 and more than 1,160 citations. Dr. Sarat Mohapatra has been a key contributor to several European and Portuguese Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT)-funded projects, focusing on hydrodynamic and hydroelastic analysis of large floating structures and wave energy systems. His recent studies include the development of analytical, numerical, and CFD-based models to predict wave-current interactions and improve the design of sustainable marine systems. In addition to his strong publication record, he has served as a journal reviewer, editorial contributor, and co-supervisor for doctoral and postgraduate research, promoting innovation and collaboration within marine technology. Through his pioneering contributions, Dr. Sarat Mohapatra continues to advance the understanding of ocean engineering phenomena, supporting innovations in marine renewable energy, offshore structure design, and environmentally resilient aquaculture technologies that contribute to the sustainable utilization of ocean resources.

Profiles: Scopus | Google Scholar | ORCID | ResearchGate | Cienciavitae

Featured Publications

  • Mohapatra, S. C., Amouzadrad, P., & Guedes Soares, C. (2025). Recent developments in the nonlinear hydroelastic modeling of sea ice interaction with marine structures. Journal of Marine Science and Engineering, 13(8), Article 1410. https://doi.org/10.3390/jmse13081410

  • Mohapatra, S. C., & Guedes Soares, C. (2025). Oblique wave analysis under current conditions on a floating flexible membrane. Physics of Fluids, 37(7), Article 072101. https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0278003

  • Mohapatra, S. C., Guedes Soares, C., & Meylan, M. H. (2025). Three-dimensional and oblique wave-current interaction with a floating elastic plate based on an analytical approach. Symmetry, 17(6), Article 831. https://doi.org/10.3390/sym17060831

  • Amouzadrad, P., Mohapatra, S. C., & Guedes Soares, C. (2025). Review on sensitivity and uncertainty analysis of hydrodynamic and hydroelastic responses of floating offshore structures. Journal of Marine Science and Engineering, 13(6), Article 1015. https://doi.org/10.3390/jmse13061015

  • Mohapatra, S. C., & Guedes Soares, C. (2025). Wave–current interaction with a deformable bottom in a three-dimensional channel. Physics of Fluids, 37(5), Article 052104. https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0267255

Nadiia Kopiika | Engineering | Best Paper Award

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Dr. Nadiia Kopiika | Engineering | Best Paper Award

University College London | United Kingdom

Dr. Nadiia Kopiika is a distinguished civil and structural engineering researcher whose work unites innovation, sustainability, and resilience in the reconstruction of critical infrastructure. She is affiliated with University College London, London, United Kingdom, and serves as a BA/CARA Research Fellow at the University of Birmingham (UK) and Teaching Assistant at Lviv Polytechnic National University (Ukraine). Dr. Nadiia Kopiika has made exceptional contributions to developing advanced methodologies for damage assessment, probabilistic modelling, and structural rehabilitation of reinforced concrete structures. Her publication, “Probabilistic Assessment of RC Beams with Corroded Thermally Strengthened Reinforcement” (Structures, 2025), presents a comprehensive probabilistic framework for evaluating the reliability and residual capacity of corroded reinforcement systems, providing crucial insights for sustainable and data-driven restoration. According to Scopus, she has authored 34 indexed publications, accumulated 416 citations across 219 citing documents, and holds an h-index of 15, reflecting her growing impact in the global engineering community. Her work seamlessly combines analytical precision with practical applications in infrastructure resilience and recovery. Dr. Kopiika is also actively engaged in collaborative initiatives such as bridgeUkraine.org and MetaInfrastructure.org, advancing digital diagnostics, AI integration, and circular design for post-disaster reconstruction. Her achievements have been recognised through prestigious honours, including the Award of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine for Young Scientists (2024) and the BA/CARA Research Fellowship (2023–2026). Through her interdisciplinary research and commitment to sustainable engineering, Dr. Nadiia Kopiika continues to advance innovative frameworks for resilient, future-ready infrastructure systems worldwide.

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Featured Publications

  • Blikharskyy, Y., Kopiika, N., Khmil, R., Selejdak, J., & Blikharskyy, Z. (2022). Review of development and application of digital image correlation method for study of stress–strain state of RC structures. Applied Sciences, 12(19), 10157. [Cited by 56]
    https://doi.org/10.3390/app121910157

  • Kopiika, N., Karavias, A., Krassakis, P., Ye, Z., Ninic, J., Shakhovska, N., … (2025). Rapid post-disaster infrastructure damage characterisation using remote sensing and deep learning technologies: A tiered approach. Automation in Construction, 170, 105955. [Cited by 27]
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2025.105955

  • Blikharskyy, Y., Vashkevych, R., Kopiika, N., Bobalo, T., & Blikharskyy, Z. (2021). Calculation residual strength of reinforced concrete beams with damages, which occurred during loading. IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering, 1021(1), 012012. [Cited by 32]
    https://doi.org/10.1088/1757-899X/1021/1/012012

  • Blikharskyy, Y., Selejdak, J., & Kopiika, N. (2021). Corrosion fatigue damages of rebars under loading in time. Materials, 14(12), 3416. [Cited by 31]
    https://doi.org/10.3390/ma14123416

  • Blikharskyy, Y., Selejdak, J., Kopiika, N., & Vashkevych, R. (2021). Study of concrete under combined action of aggressive environment and long-term loading. Materials, 14(21), 6612. [Cited by 30]
    https://doi.org/10.3390/ma14216612

Ioannis Manariotis | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Ioannis Manariotis | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

University of Patras / Department of Civil Engineering | Greece

Prof. Dr. Ioannis Manariotis is a Professor of Environmental Engineering at the University of Patras, Greece. With expertise in wastewater treatment, resource recovery, and microalgae biotechnology, he focuses on sustainable solutions for water pollution and energy production. His work bridges engineering, environmental science, and circular economy principles.

Professional profile👤

ORCID

Google Scholar

Scopus

Strengths for the Awards✨

  1. Outstanding Research Output

    • Extensive Publications: Over 85 peer-reviewed journal articles (including high-impact journals like Water Research, Chemical Engineering Journal, Journal of Hazardous Materials).

    • Interdisciplinary Impact: Research spans wastewater treatment, microalgae biofuels, biochar applications, nanoparticle toxicity, and advanced oxidation processes.

    • High Citations & Collaborations: Works with international experts and contributes to cutting-edge topics like biochar-based electrocatalysts for Zn-air batteries and CO₂ sequestration.

  2. Leadership in Research & Innovation

    • Principal Investigator (PI) of multiple funded projects (e.g., EU/EEA Grants, national programs like “BLUE-GREENWAY” and “BioNFate”).

    • Special Issue Editor (Journal of Chemical Technology and Biotechnology) and Associate Editor for Biotechnology for Biofuels and Bioproducts and Frontiers in Water.

  3. Academic & Professional Recognition

    • Full Professor at the University of Patras with a 30+ year career in research and teaching.

    • Supervised 10+ Ph.D. students and 30+ Master’s theses, demonstrating mentorship excellence.

    • Reviewer for 40+ prestigious journals (Water Research, Science of the Total Environment) and evaluator for international research proposals (e.g., Hellenic Foundation for Research).

  4. Technological & Environmental Impact

    • Focus on sustainable solutions:

      • Biochar for water purification and energy storage.

      • Microalgae-based wastewater treatment and biofuel production.

      • Novel sorbents for contaminant removal (e.g., Hg, phenanthrene).

    • Work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 6: Clean Water, SDG 7: Affordable Energy).

Education 🎓

  • Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (2000), University of Patras, Greece.

  • Diploma in Civil Engineering (1990), University of Patras, Greece.

Experience 💼

  • Professor (2023–Present), Associate Professor (2019–2023), University of Patras.

  • Environmental Engineer (2001–2009), Region of Western Greece (water resources management).

  • Research/Teaching Roles (1991–2019): Lecturer, Assistant Professor, and Research Associate at the University of Patras.

Research Interests On Engineering 🔬

  • Phototrophic wastewater treatment (microalgae, biofilms, biofuels).

  • Resource recovery from wastewater (nutrients, energy).

  • Nanoparticle toxicity on microalgae.

  • Advanced oxidation processes and CO₂ sequestration via biochar.

Awards & Fellowships 🏆

  • Graduate Scholarship, Them. & Nik. Valsamakis Foundation (1991–1992).

  • Predoctoral Fellowship, University of Patras (1992–1998).

  • Technical Chamber of Greece Award (1989–1990).

Publications 📚

1. Removal of caffeine, nicotine and amoxicillin from (waste) waters by various adsorbents. A review
Authors: I Anastopoulos, I Pashalidis, AG Orfanos, ID Manariotis, T Tatarchuk, …
Year: 2020
Citations: 273

2. Degradation of antibiotic sulfamethoxazole by biochar-activated persulfate
Authors: L Kemmou, Z Frontistis, J Vakros, ID Manariotis, D Mantzavinos
Year: 2018
Citations: 187

3. Selection of microalgae for wastewater treatment and potential lipids production
Authors: AF Aravantinou, MA Theodorakopoulos, ID Manariotis
Year: 2013
Citations: 178

4. Degradation of PAHs by high frequency ultrasound
Authors: ID Manariotis, HK Karapanagioti, CV Chrysikopoulos
Year: 2011
Citations: 122

5. Low‐strength wastewater treatment using an anaerobic baffled reactor
Authors: ID Manariotis, SG Grigoropoulos
Year: 2002
Citations: 121

6. Effect of cultivation media on the toxicity of ZnO nanoparticles to freshwater and marine microalgae
Authors: AF Aravantinou, V Tsarpali, S Dailianis, ID Manariotis
Year: 2015
Citations: 111

7. Removal of mercury from aqueous solutions by malt spent rootlets
Authors: VA Anagnostopoulos, ID Manariotis, HK Karapanagioti, …
Year: 2012
Citations: 99

8. Organic and nitrogen removal in a two-stage rotating biological contactor treating municipal wastewater
Authors: DN Hiras, ID Manariotis, SG Grigoropoulos
Year: 2004
Citations: 93

9. Aqueous mercury sorption by biochar from malt spent rootlets
Authors: LG Boutsika, HK Karapanagioti, ID Manariotis
Year: 2014
Citations: 83

10. Preparation and characterization of biochar sorbents produced from malt spent rootlets
Authors: ID Manariotis, KN Fotopoulou, HK Karapanagioti
Year: 2015
Citations: 79

11. Activation of persulfate by biochars from valorized olive stones for the degradation of sulfamethoxazole
Authors: E Magioglou, Z Frontistis, J Vakros, ID Manariotis, D Mantzavinos
Year: 2019
Citations: 73

Conclusion 🌍

🌍 Impact: Prof. Manariotis bridges engineering innovation and environmental sustainability, advancing wastewater treatment, biochar applications, and microalgae research. His work supports global goals in clean water, renewable energy, and circular economy practices.