Sławomir Michalak | Engineering | Industry Impact Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Sławomir Michalak | Engineering | Industry Impact Award

Avionics Division Manager at Air Force Institute of Technology, Poland

Prof. Sławomir Michalak, Ph.D., D.Sc. Eng. ✈️, is a distinguished aviation expert whose work bridges academia, defense, and engineering innovation. With decades of experience in avionics systems, aircraft diagnostics, and battlefield electronic warfare systems 🛠️📡, he has led the Avionics Department at the Air Force Institute of Technology since 2001. His pioneering efforts span system integration, reliability assessment, and phonoscopic analysis, influencing modern aviation practices. Michalak is a prolific contributor 📚 with numerous publications and nine recognized implementations. As a mentor and reviewer, he has significantly shaped doctoral and post-doctoral research. He has also educated future aviation professionals 👨‍🏫 at institutions like the Warsaw University of Technology and the SIMP NOT Technical School. Actively involved in national defense research and scientific committees, his legacy resonates across Polish military aviation and beyond 🌍. His commitment to innovation and education makes him a keystone figure in aviation sciences and applied technologies.

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🎓 Education 

Dr. Sławomir Michalak’s academic journey 🚀 is deeply rooted in technical aviation sciences, marked by a robust specialization in avionics and aircraft navigation systems. He earned his doctorate in engineering and later achieved the prestigious Doctor of Science (D.Sc.) degree in technical sciences in 2016 🎓, with a concentration on machine construction and operational disciplines. His educational trajectory demonstrates a relentless pursuit of advanced knowledge in complex aircraft systems, enhancing Poland’s aerospace education infrastructure. Moreover, his authorial role in crafting and teaching curricula—especially the subject “Aviation Equipment” approved by Warsaw’s Education Board—reflects a deep commitment to pedagogy. His teaching efforts spanned nearly three decades and included lectures at Warsaw University of Technology’s Faculty of Transport, focusing on Air Navigation 🧭. His foundation in education has not only equipped him with specialized skills but has also enabled him to disseminate that knowledge to future leaders of aviation systems engineering.

💼 Professional Experience 

With an illustrious career spanning over three decades, Prof. Michalak has held pivotal roles that define Poland’s aviation research and development landscape ✈️. Since 2001, he has been the head of the Avionics Department at the Air Force Institute of Technology, where he currently serves as a professor 👨‍🔬. His career is marked by excellence in integrating avionics systems, reliability diagnostics, and designing solutions for modern combat operations, including electronic countermeasures 🛡️. He has played a key advisory role in national aviation safety as a long-standing member of the Aircraft Accident Investigation Board, later incorporated into the State Aviation Accident Investigation Board 🕵️. He also lends expertise to the Polish Academy of Sciences’ Transport Committee. Parallelly, he has served as a reviewer and board member for multiple doctoral/post-doctoral theses, as well as contributing to national defense and R&D projects funded by premier agencies like the National Center for Research and Development 💡.

🔬 Research Interests 

Prof. Michalak’s research interests are deeply embedded in the critical functionalities of advanced aircraft systems, with a core emphasis on avionics integration and optimization 🚁. His scholarly pursuits center on diagnostics, system reliability, and onboard information processing, including phonoscopic and parametric analysis of flight data recorders 📈🔊. He investigates navigation system integrity, real-time data interpretation, and complex multi-sensor integration essential for military reconnaissance and electronic warfare systems. His innovations directly impact aircraft survivability and mission effectiveness in modern combat environments ⚙️. His work also extends to analyzing flight incident data, enhancing aviation safety and post-mission assessments. Furthermore, his involvement in the Electromobility and Autonomous Transport Section reveals his forward-looking vision in adapting aviation technologies to land-based and autonomous platforms 🚗📡. Through interdisciplinary collaborations and defense-funded projects, his research acts as a crucial bridge between theoretical foundations and operational implementation across aviation and defense sectors.

🏅 Awards and Honors 

Though specific award titles are not explicitly listed, Prof. Michalak’s array of achievements reflects a highly decorated academic and technical career 🏆. His recognition stems from the practical impact of nine notable implementation projects that brought real-world improvements in avionics system performance and safety ✨. His invitations to serve on scientific committees, review doctoral works, and lecture at renowned institutions showcase the esteem he holds in academic and defense circles. His prolonged contribution to the Aircraft Accident Investigation Board—spanning eras of structural reorganization—further demonstrates his trusted leadership in critical national aviation oversight roles ✈️. Being part of elite organizations like the Transport Committee of the Polish Academy of Sciences and guiding R&D projects funded by the Ministry of Defense affirms his reputation as a thought leader 🧠. These honors, both formal and implied, are a testament to his sustained excellence and unwavering dedication to enhancing Poland’s aerospace defense and academic frontiers.

📚 Publications Top Note 

1. Power Quality in the Context of Aircraft Operational Safety
Authors: Tomasz Tokarski, Sławomir Michalak, Barbara Kaczmarek, Mariusz Zieja, Tomasz Polus
Year: 2025 (Published April 10)
Journal: Energies
DOI: 10.3390/en18081945
Source: Crossref / MDPI
Summary:
This article investigates how power quality, particularly from Ground Power Units (GPUs), affects aircraft operational safety. It focuses on GPUs used by the Polish Armed Forces and highlights how aging equipment (some over 40 years old) leads to degraded performance in transient conditions, contributing to aircraft unserviceability. The paper proposes diagnostic methodologies in line with Polish military standards and emphasizes the need for modern monitoring systems to ensure power reliability.

2. Selected Problems of Determining Pilot Survival Time in Cold Water after the Aircraft Crash
Authors: Przemysław Stężalski, Sławomir Michalak, Jerzy Borowski
Year: 2025 (Published January 17)
Journal: The Polish Journal of Aviation Medicine, Bioengineering and Psychology
DOI: 10.13174/pjambp.17.12.2024.04
Source: Crossref
Summary:
This research introduces a computational model to estimate pilot survival times in cold water following an aircraft crash. Using a thermodynamic body simulation with nonlinear heat transfer equations, the model accounts for factors such as temperature, body mass, clothing, and body position. The output helps in estimating hypothermia onset and unconsciousness time, aiding in rescue and survival strategy development.

3. The Effect of the Operation Time of the Aircraft Power System on Power Quality in Transient States
Authors: Not explicitly listed (likely includes Tomasz Tokarski and/or Sławomir Michalak)
Year: 2024 (Published March 29)
Journal: Journal of Konbin
DOI: 10.5604/01.3001.0054.4462
Source: Crossref
Summary:
The paper examines how long-term use and aging of aircraft power systems impact power quality, especially during transient events such as engine starts or system switches. It shows that older systems cause higher voltage deviations and fluctuations, compromising avionics performance and reliability. The findings support the importance of upgrading aging infrastructure to maintain operational integrity.

4. The Overview of Ecologic Military and Civilian Power Systems
Authors: Not specified
Year: 2024 (Published March 29)
Journal: Journal of Konbin
DOI: 10.5604/01.3001.0054.4461
Source: Crossref
Summary:
This review paper presents current trends in environmentally friendly power systems used in both civilian and military aviation. It discusses energy-efficient GPU technologies, emission reduction strategies, and renewable energy integration, underlining how ecological considerations are increasingly shaping power system design without sacrificing reliability and performance.

5. The Polish Helmet Mounted Display Systems for Military Helicopters
Author: Sławomir Michalak
Year: 2016 (June)
Conference: 2016 IEEE Metrology for Aerospace (MetroAeroSpace)
DOI: 10.1109/metroaerospace.2016.7573240
Source: Crossref
Summary:
The paper discusses development, features, and performance evaluation of Polish helmet-mounted display systems for military helicopter pilots. It includes metrological approaches for assessing system reliability and precision in dynamic environments.

6. Metrology Tools of Computer Communication Control on Board Military Aircraft
Author: Sławomir Michalak
Year: 2015
Journal: Przeglad Elektrotechniczny
DOI: 10.15199/48.2015.08.13
Source: Scopus / Crossref
Summary:
This article covers the development of metrology tools designed to monitor and control server communications onboard military helicopters. The study emphasizes reliability and diagnostic accuracy in harsh operational environments.

7. AFIT’s Laboratory Test Equipment to Optimise the Integrated Avionics Systems for Polish Military Aircrafts
Author: Sławomir Michalak
Year: 2014 (May)
Conference: 2014 IEEE Metrology for Aerospace (MetroAeroSpace)
DOI: 10.1109/metroaerospace.2014.6865904
Source: Crossref
Summary:
The study describes laboratory instrumentation developed by AFIT to test and optimize avionics systems in Polish military aircraft. It focuses on system integration, fault simulation, and metrological evaluation.

8. AFIT’s Laboratory Test Equipment to Optimise the Integrated Communication Systems for Polish Military Helicopters
Author: Sławomir Michalak
Year: 2014 (May)
Conference: 2014 IEEE Metrology for Aerospace (MetroAeroSpace)
DOI: 10.1109/metroaerospace.2014.6865949
Source: Crossref
Summary:
This paper presents laboratory tools developed for assessing and refining communication systems in military helicopters. The research highlights signal integrity testing and communication protocol validation in simulated airborne conditions.

9. Computer Aided Diagnosis of Technical Condition of the SWLP-1 Helmet Mounted Flight Parameters Display System
Author: Sławomir Michalak
Year: 2014
Journal: Journal of KONBiN
DOI: 10.2478/jok-2014-0025
Source: Crossref
Summary:
The paper introduces a computer-based diagnostic system for evaluating the SWLP-1 helmet display used in flight operations. It supports preventive maintenance through automated fault detection and performance assessment.

10. Nahełmowy System Celowniczy NSC-1 Orion dla Polskich Śmigłowców Wojskowych
Author: Sławomir Michalak
Year: 2013
Journal: Scientific Letters of Rzeszow University of Technology – Mechanics
DOI: 10.7862/rm.2013.30
Source: Crossref
Summary:
This Polish-language article covers the NSC-1 Orion helmet-mounted sighting system, developed for Polish military helicopters. It details its targeting features, integration with aircraft systems, and effectiveness in operational scenarios.

🔚 Conclusion 

Prof. Sławomir Michalak stands out as a trailblazer in aviation science, with his influence permeating research, defense, and education 🌐. His technical command in avionics, experience in accident investigation, and commitment to academic excellence place him among Poland’s most respected aerospace experts 🚀. From developing navigation systems to interpreting flight data and advising national safety boards, his work has safeguarded lives and advanced technologies alike. His three-decade-long dedication to instructing young minds and contributing to global conferences reflects his dual passion for knowledge dissemination and innovation 💬📘. As a visionary integrating evolving avionics with real-time diagnostics and battlefield adaptability, he exemplifies the ideal intersection of theory and application 🛫. With continued contributions to autonomous systems and electromobility, Michalak remains not only a legacy figure in aerospace engineering but also a forward-thinker shaping its future. His professional journey is a compelling blueprint for excellence, innovation, and impactful service 💡🎖️.

Chenxia Wang | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Chenxia Wang | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Professor (Doctoral Supervisor) at Inner Mongolia University of Science and Technology, China

Dr. Chenxia Wang (Ph.D.) is a highly accomplished professor of Civil Engineering at the Inner Mongolia University of Science and Technology 🇨🇳. With a strong academic background and over two decades of teaching and research experience, Dr. Wang specializes in recycled concrete and concrete durability 🧱🔬. She earned her Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics in 2015 🎓, following earlier degrees from Inner Mongolia University of Science & Technology and Lanzhou University of Technology.

Throughout her academic career, Dr. Wang has steadily progressed through the academic ranks—from Assistant Professor in 2002 to Full Professor in 2024 📈. Her research is widely published in top-tier journals and focuses on the mechanical behavior and durability of recycled concrete under adverse conditions like freeze-thaw cycles and corrosion 🌨️🔩.

She is a member of multiple prestigious committees and editorial boards and serves as an expert advisor in construction safety and waste management initiatives 🏗️♻️. A two-time recipient of the First Prize for Outstanding Papers at the Inner Mongolia Natural Science Conference, she is known for her rigorous and applied research, significantly impacting green construction and sustainable civil engineering 🌍🧪.

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🔹 Education & Experience 

🎓 Education

  • 📘 Ph.D. in Civil Engineering – Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, 2015

  • 📗 M.Sc. in Civil Engineering – Inner Mongolia University of Science & Technology, 2006

  • 📙 B.Eng. in Civil Engineering – Lanzhou University of Technology, 2001

💼 Academic Experience

  • 👩‍🏫 Professor, Civil Engineering, Inner Mongolia Univ. of Science & Technology (2024–Present)

  • 🧑‍🏫 Associate Professor (2013–2023)

  • 🧑‍🏫 Lecturer (2007–2012)

  • 👨‍🔬 Assistant Professor (2002–2007)

🔹 Professional Development 

Dr. Chenxia Wang has consistently advanced her professional capabilities through active involvement in expert committees, editorial work, and project leadership 📘💼. She is a recognized expert of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region’s Construction Industry Association and serves as a member of multiple national technical committees, including those on Rock and Concrete Fracture, Recycled Concrete, and Steel-Concrete Structures 🧱🔗. Her professional development is evident in her role as an executive council member of the Solid Waste Subcommittee of the Chinese Ceramic Society, promoting sustainable construction materials and methods ♻️🏗️.

In addition to technical memberships, she contributes to academic publishing as an editorial board member for the Journal of Applied Mechanics 📚🖋️. Dr. Wang is also a designated expert in construction safety for large projects in Baotou City, and is actively involved in regional standardization and energy conservation efforts 🏢⚡. Her numerous funded research projects from NSFC and regional foundations underscore her leadership in advancing recycled concrete technologies and durability solutions in civil engineering 🧪🔍.

Her commitment to both research and professional service places her at the intersection of science, engineering application, and policy development, making her a key figure in promoting environmentally responsible infrastructure in China 🇨🇳🌍.

🔹 Research Focus Category 

Dr. Chenxia Wang’s research lies in the interdisciplinary field of Sustainable Civil Engineering, with a particular emphasis on Recycled Concrete and Concrete Durability 🏗️♻️. Her work addresses pressing environmental and structural challenges by exploring the mechanical and bonding behavior of recycled aggregate concrete under extreme environmental conditions such as freeze-thaw cycles and chloride-induced corrosion ❄️🔩.

A key focus area is the ontological relationship between recycled concrete and corroded reinforcement, including bond-slip behavior and microstructural evolution 📉🔍. She also investigates self-repairing capabilities of cracked concrete through microbial techniques like MICP (Microbially Induced Calcite Precipitation) 🧬🧫.

Dr. Wang has integrated materials science, structural engineering, and sustainability to offer innovative solutions to reduce construction waste and improve the lifespan of civil infrastructure 🌱🏛️. Her numerous experimental studies and modeling efforts have made significant contributions to the understanding and practical use of recycled materials in construction, advancing the goal of green and durable infrastructure development 🔬🧱.

This research aligns with global sustainability objectives and helps bridge the gap between traditional engineering practices and emerging green technologies 🌍🧪.

🔹 Honors and Awards 

🏆 Honors & Awards

  • 🥇 First Prize – Outstanding Paper, Inner Mongolia Natural Science Annual Conference (2021, 2022)

  • 🥈 Second Prize – 25th National Structure Engineering Conference Excellent Paper (2016)

  • 🌐 CNKI Overseas Impact – Recognized for Excellent Paper in International Focused Publications

Publication Top Notes

1. Effects of salt-freeze erosion on the bonding properties of stirrup-confined recycled concrete and steel bars

  • Journal: Journal of Building Structures

  • Date: 2023-11-05

  • DOI: 10.14006/j.jzjgxb.2023.S2.0044

  • Summary: Investigates how salt-freeze erosion affects bond strength between stirrup-confined recycled concrete and steel bars. Results show that erosion significantly reduces bonding capacity, and stirrup confinement helps mitigate damage.

2. Study on mechanical properties and durability of steel slag concrete under different replacement rates

  • Journal: Journal of Yangtze River Scientific Research Institute

  • Date: 2023-10-17

  • DOI: 10.11988/ckyyb.20221223

  • Summary: Examines mechanical strength and durability of concrete with varying steel slag replacement rates. Moderate replacement enhances strength and resistance, but excessive content negatively impacts performance.

3. Bond behavior between section steel and concrete in partially encased composite structural members

  • Journal: Construction and Building Materials

  • Date: 2023-10-12

  • DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2023.132521

  • Summary: Analyzes the interface bonding performance in composite members with partial steel encasement. Findings support improved design strategies for better bond behavior and load transfer efficiency.

4. Effect of silica fume on salt-freeze resistance and microstructure of recycled concrete

  • Journal: Journal of Yangtze River Scientific Research Institute

  • Date: 2023-07-20

  • DOI: 10.11988/ckyyb.20230063

  • Summary: Evaluates the role of silica fume in improving salt-freeze resistance. Silica fume significantly refines the pore structure, reduces permeability, and enhances durability.

5. Experimental study on frost resistance of recycled aggregate concrete based on the concentration of composite salt solution

  • Journal: Journal of Yangtze River Scientific Research Institute

  • Date: 2023-05-30

  • DOI: 10.11988/ckyyb.20221709

  • Summary: Investigates how different salt solution concentrations influence frost resistance. Higher salt concentrations lead to greater damage, highlighting the need for optimized mix design in cold regions.

6. Bond Performance of Corroded Steel Reinforcement and Recycled Coarse Aggregate Concrete after Freeze-Thaw Cycles

  • Journal: Sustainability

  • Date: 2023-04-28

  • DOI: 10.3390/su15076122

  • Summary: Assesses the bond strength degradation of corroded steel embedded in recycled concrete after freeze-thaw cycles. Corrosion accelerates bond loss, but confinement and proper mix design reduce deterioration.

7. Microstructure and damage evolution model of steel slag fine aggregate concrete under freeze-thaw environment

  • Journal: Chinese Journal of Applied Mechanics

  • Date: 2023-04-03

  • DOI: 10.11776/j.issn.1000-4939.2024.03.011

  • Summary: Proposes a microstructure-based damage model for steel slag concrete under freeze-thaw. Simulation results align well with experimental data, aiding future durability predictions.

8. Uniaxial compressive stress-strain test of steel slag coarse aggregate concrete

  • Journal: Journal of Shenyang Jianzhu University

  • Date: 2022-11-15

  • DOI: 10.11717/j.issn:2095-1922.2022.06.17

  • Summary: Studies stress-strain behavior of steel slag aggregate concrete under uniaxial loading. Concrete shows good load-bearing capacity, and the stress-strain relationship provides basis for structural analysis.

9. Experimental study on stress-strain curve of recycled concrete after composite salt freezing

  • Journal: Journal of Building Structures

  • Date: 2022-11-05

  • DOI: 10.14006/j.jzjgxb.2022.S1.0039

  • Summary: Tests stress-strain curves of recycled concrete after exposure to composite salt freeze. Results show strength loss and ductility reduction, underlining the importance of salt-resistance improvements.

10. Stress-slip constitutive relationship of bond between steel bar and recycled concrete in salt-freezing environment

  • Journal: Journal of Building Structures

  • Date: 2022-11-05

  • DOI: 10.14006/j.jzjgxb.2022.S1.0040

  • Summary: Establishes a stress-slip model for steel bar-recycled concrete bond under salt-freeze conditions. Model accurately reflects degradation effects and helps predict performance in coastal and cold climates.

Conclusion:

Dr. chenxia wang exemplifies the qualities of a Best Researcher Award recipient through her sustained, impactful research on recycled concrete durability, a field critical to environmental sustainability in civil engineering. Her combination of scientific innovation, practical applications, professional leadership, and recognized excellence positions her as an outstanding candidate for such an award. Her work not only advances academic knowledge but also contributes significantly to improving sustainable construction practices in China and beyond.

Fubo Cao | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Fubo Cao | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Inner Mongolia University of Science and Technology, China

Dr. Fubo Cao 🎓 is a distinguished Professor of Civil Engineering at the Inner Mongolia University of Science & Technology in Baotou, China 🇨🇳. With a strong academic foundation and decades of experience, he has carved a niche in the domain of structural engineering, especially in recycled concrete, PEC (Prefabricated Embedded Components), and structural reliability 🏗️. His career began after earning a B.Eng. from Baotou University of Iron and Steel in 1998, followed by an M.Sc. from IMUST in 2003, and a Ph.D. from Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics in 2017. He further enriched his expertise with a VS Civil Engineering degree from The University of Alabama in 2020 🌍. Dr. Cao has held multiple academic ranks, from Assistant Professor to full Professor, and also serves as Vice Director of the Institute of Architectural Science 🧱. His commitment to applied research is evident in his numerous funded projects and scholarly publications 📚. A dedicated mentor and active member of various professional committees, Dr. Cao is a driving force in sustainable civil engineering practices ♻️. His work has been recognized with multiple prestigious awards for scientific and technological progress 🏆.

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🔹 Education & Experience 

📚 Education:

🧑‍🏫 Academic Appointments:

  • 👨‍🏫 Assistant Professor, IMUST – 2003–2004

  • 👨‍🏫 Lecturer, IMUST – 2004–2009

  • 👨‍🏫 Associate Professor, IMUST – 2010–2017

  • 👨‍🏫 Professor, IMUST – 2018–Present

🧑‍💼 Administrative Appointment:

  • 🏢 Vice Director, Institute of Architectural Science, IMUST – 2016–Present

🔹 Professional Development 

Dr. Fubo Cao has demonstrated consistent professional growth throughout his career in academia and engineering innovation 🧗‍♂️. His leadership as Vice Director of the Institute of Architectural Science at IMUST shows his commitment to shaping civil engineering education and research 🏛️. As an active member of several professional bodies, including the Inner Mongolia Energy Conservation Association and CSCS-ASCCS, Dr. Cao contributes to advancing industry standards and academic excellence 🔍. He also serves as an Executive Council Member for two major committees: the Solid Waste Subcommittee of the Chinese Ceramic Society and the Steel Structure Quality Safety Testing and Appraisal Committee under the China Steel Structure Association 🏗️. His professional journey is marked by interdisciplinary collaborations and funded projects that address real-world engineering challenges—particularly in enhancing the performance of recycled concrete and corrosion-affected structures ♻️🔧. His research achievements have been consistently shared through high-impact journal publications and national competitions 📰. Dr. Cao’s mentoring of student teams in structural design contests has earned accolades, promoting hands-on learning and innovative thinking 🎓👷. Through these diverse roles and efforts, he remains a pillar of civil engineering advancement both in China and internationally 🌍.

🔹 Research Focus Category 

Dr. Fubo Cao’s research falls under the category of Sustainable Structural Engineering 🏗️♻️. His primary focus is on recycled concrete, exploring its mechanical properties, durability, and bond-slip behavior with steel reinforcement—especially under freeze-thaw cycles and corrosion conditions ❄️🔩. These studies are crucial in the development of eco-friendly construction materials that can withstand harsh environments. He also delves into PEC (Prefabricated Embedded Components) and their seismic performance, enhancing the resilience and efficiency of modular construction methods 🌍🧱. Another significant strand of his work involves structural reliability analysis, ensuring long-term safety and performance of civil structures 📈🏠. With a number of projects funded by national and regional science foundations, Dr. Cao combines experimental testing with theoretical modeling to create practical solutions for modern engineering challenges 🔬🛠️. His contributions support China’s sustainable development goals by promoting the reuse of construction waste and improving infrastructure resilience. His research not only advances academic knowledge but also has tangible impacts on engineering practice and environmental conservation 🌱🔧.

🔹 Awards and Honors 

🏆 Awards and Honors:

  • 🥇 First Prize, Excellent Paper – 16th Annual Conference of Natural Sciences, Inner Mongolia, 2021

  • 🥈 Second Prize, Excellent Paper – 16th Annual Conference of Natural Sciences, Inner Mongolia, 2021

  • 🥇 First Prize – Baotou Science and Technology Progress Award, 2014

  • 🏅 Excellent Mentor – Inner Mongolia Student Structure Design Competition, 2012–2017

  • 🥇 First Prize – National College Student Structure Design Competition, 2009, 2012

  • 🥈 Second Prize – Inner Mongolia Science and Technology Progress Award, 2009

Publication Top Notes

1. Shrinkage and Mechanism Analysis of Fully Recycled Mortar

  • Journal: Architectural Structures

  • Date: 2024-11-05

  • DOI: 10.19701/j.jzjg.20220904

  • Citation: Fubo Cao (2024). Shrinkage and Mechanism Analysis of Fully Recycled Mortar. Architectural Structures.

  • Explanation: This paper investigates the shrinkage behavior of mortars made entirely from recycled materials, analyzing the internal mechanisms that cause shrinkage to help improve the durability and stability of sustainable construction materials.

2. Effect of Salt Freeze Erosion on Bond Performance Between Stirrup-Confined Recycled Concrete and Steel Reinforcement

  • Journal: Journal of Building Structures 

  • Date: 2023-11-05

  • DOI: 10.14006/j.jzjgxb.2023.S2.0044

  • Explanation: This study explores how salt-induced freeze–thaw cycles affect the bonding between steel bars and recycled concrete, particularly in elements with stirrup confinement—critical for structural safety in cold, saline environments.

3. Study on Mechanical Properties and Durability of Steel Slag Concrete under Different Substitution Rates

  • Journal: Journal of Yangtze River Scientific Research Institute

  • Date: 2023-10-17

  • DOI: 10.11988/ckyyb.20221223

  • Explanation: This paper evaluates how replacing natural aggregates with steel slag at various percentages influences the mechanical strength and long-term durability of concrete.

4. Bond Behavior Between Section Steel and Concrete in Partially Encased Composite Structural Members

  • Journal: Construction and Building Materials

  • Date: 2023-10-12

  • DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2023.132521

  • Explanation: The study analyzes how well steel sections bond with surrounding concrete in composite structures, which is essential for ensuring load-bearing integrity in mixed-material buildings.

5. Effect of Silica Fume on Salt Freeze Resistance and Microstructure of Recycled Concrete

  • Journal: Journal of Yangtze River Scientific Research Institute

  • Date: 2023-07-20

  • DOI: 10.11988/ckyyb.20230063

  • Explanation: Silica fume is examined as an additive to enhance the freeze–thaw resistance and modify the microstructure of recycled concrete, thus improving its environmental durability.

6. Experimental Study on Frost Resistance of Recycled Aggregate Concrete Based on Composite Salt Solution Concentration

  • Journal: Journal of Yangtze River Scientific Research Institute

  • Date: 2023-05-30

  • DOI: 10.11988/ckyyb.20221709

  • Explanation: Investigates how recycled aggregate concrete performs under freeze–thaw cycles when exposed to different concentrations of salt solutions, mimicking real-world environmental conditions.

7. Bond Performance of Corroded Steel Reinforcement and Recycled Coarse Aggregate Concrete after Freeze-Thaw Cycles

  • Journal: Sustainability

  • Date: 2023-04-28

  • DOI: 10.3390/su15076122

  • Explanation: This study explores how corrosion and freeze–thaw damage affect the bonding performance between steel bars and recycled aggregate concrete, contributing to structural lifespan prediction.

8. Microstructure and Damage Evolution Model of Steel Slag Fine Aggregate Concrete Under Freeze-Thaw Environment

  • Journal: Acta Mechanica Sinica

  • Date: 2023-04-03

  • DOI: 10.11776/j.issn.1000-4939.2024.03.011

  • Explanation: Focuses on how microstructural damage evolves in concrete containing steel slag fine aggregates under freeze–thaw conditions, offering insights into modeling deterioration.

9. Uniaxial Compressive Stress-Strain Test of Steel Slag Coarse Aggregate Concrete

  • Journal: Journal of Shenyang Jianzhu University (Natural Science Edition)

  • Date: 2022-11-15

  • DOI: 10.11717/j.issn:2095-1922.2022.06.17

  • Explanation: Presents stress–strain data under uniaxial compression for concrete incorporating steel slag coarse aggregates, essential for structural modeling.

10. Full Stress-Strain Curve Test of Recycled Concrete after Composite Salt Freezing

  • Journal: Journal of Building Structures

  • Date: 2022-11-05

  • DOI: 10.14006/j.jzjgxb.2022.S1.0039

  • Explanation: Reports on the full stress–strain behavior of recycled concrete subjected to composite salt and freeze–thaw, aiding in constitutive model development.

11. Bond Stress–Slip Constitutive Relationship Between Steel Bar and Recycled Concrete in Salt-Freezing Environment

  • Journal: Journal of Building Structures

  • Date: 2022-11-05

  • DOI: 10.14006/j.jzjgxb.2022.S1.0040

  • Explanation: Models the bond-slip interaction between reinforcement and recycled concrete under salt freezing, essential for seismic and structural safety.

12. Study on Bond Performance Between Corroded Reinforcement and Recycled Concrete After Freeze–Thaw

  • Journal: Journal of Building Structures

  • Date: 2022-11-05

  • DOI: 10.14006/j.jzjgxb.2022.S1.0041

  • Explanation: Focuses on how corrosion and environmental damage jointly influence reinforcement-concrete bond strength in recycled materials.

13. Bond-Slip Behavior of PEC Columns with Expansive Agent

  • Journal: Journal of Building Materials

  • Date: 2022-07-27

  • DOI: 10.3969/j.issn.1007-9629.2022.11.010

  • Explanation: Studies the bond–slip properties of concrete columns with expansive agents to improve joint integrity in precast or repaired structures.

14. Mechanical Properties and Damage Model of Recycled Concrete After Freeze–Thaw Cycles

  • Journal: Industrial Construction

  • Date: 2021-06-30

  • DOI: 10.13204/j.gyjzG20091704

  • Explanation: Provides a damage model for recycled concrete degraded by freeze–thaw cycling, aiding in structural analysis and design.

15. Effect of Rice Husk Ash and Metakaolin on Properties of Recycled Concrete

  • Journal: Industrial Construction

  • Date: 2021-03-22

  • DOI: 10.13204/j.gyjzg20031602

  • Explanation: Investigates how using pozzolanic materials like rice husk ash and metakaolin can improve the mechanical and durability properties of recycled concrete.

Conclusion

Dr. Fubo Cao is a leading researcher in structural engineering with a specialized focus on sustainable and resilient construction materials, particularly recycled concrete. His scientific output, project leadership, and awards strongly support his candidacy for a Best Researcher Award. He embodies the qualities of innovation, impact, and sustained contribution to engineering science.

Ehsan Adibnia | Engineering | Best Academic Researcher Award

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Dr. Ehsan Adibnia | Engineering | Best Academic Researcher Award

Dr. Ehsan Adibnia at University of Sistan and Baluchestan, Iran

Dr. Ehsan Adibnia 🎓 is a dedicated academic researcher in electrical engineering ⚡, specializing in cutting-edge fields such as artificial intelligence 🤖, machine learning 📊, deep learning 🧠, nanophotonics 💡, optics 🔬, and plasmonics ✨. He is proficient in Python 🐍, MATLAB 🧮, and Visual Basic, and utilizes simulation tools like Lumerical 📈, COMSOL 🧪, and RSoft 🔧 to drive innovative research. Fluent in English 🇬🇧 and Persian 🇮🇷, Dr. Adibnia contributes to academic conferences and peer-reviewed journals 📚. He is currently pursuing his Ph.D. and actively engaged in interdisciplinary scientific exploration 🌐.

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🔹 Education & Experience 

🎓 Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering – University of Sistan and Baluchestan, Zahedan, Iran (Expected 2025)
🎓 B.S. in Electrical Engineering – University of Sistan and Baluchestan, Zahedan, Iran (2014)
🧑‍💼 Executive Committee Member – 27th Iranian Conference on Optics and Photonics & 13th Conference on Photonic Engineering and Technology
🖋️ Assistant Editor – International Journal (Name not specified)
🔍 Researcher – Actively engaged in interdisciplinary AI & photonics research projects

🔹 Professional Development 

Dr. Ehsan Adibnia continually enhances his professional growth through active participation in conferences 🧑‍🏫, committee leadership 🗂️, and editorial work 📑. He develops algorithms and conducts simulations using advanced tools such as Lumerical 🔬, COMSOL 🧪, and RSoft 💻. His expertise in AI and photonics drives innovative research and collaboration 🌍. He also hones his programming skills in MATLAB 🧮, Python 🐍, and VBA 🧠, ensuring precision in modeling and data analysis. His hands-on knowledge in PLC systems 🤖 and industrial automation makes him versatile across both academic and applied research settings 🏭.

🔹 Research Focus 

Dr. Adibnia’s research focuses on the fusion of artificial intelligence 🤖 and photonics 💡. His work explores machine learning 📊, deep learning 🧠, nanophotonics 🔬, plasmonics ✨, optical switching 🔁, and slow light 🐢 technologies. He is particularly interested in leveraging these technologies in biosensors 🧫, metamaterials 🔷, and quantum optics ⚛️. Through simulation and algorithm development, he aims to optimize performance in optoelectronic and photonic systems 🔍. His interdisciplinary research bridges electrical engineering with physics and AI, creating advanced systems for diagnostics, sensing, and smart environments 🌐.

🔹 Awards & Honors 

🏅 Executive Committee Role – 27th Iranian Conference on Optics and Photonics
🏅 Executive Committee Role – 13th Iranian Conference on Photonic Engineering and Technology
📜 Assistant Editor – International scientific journal (name not specified)
🧠 Scopus-indexed Researcher – Scopus ID: 58485414000

Publication Top Notes

🔹 High-performance and compact photonic crystal channel drop filter using P-shaped ring resonator

  • Journal: Results in Optics

  • Date: Dec 2025

  • DOI: 10.1016/j.rio.2025.100817

  • Summary: Proposes a novel P-shaped ring resonator design for channel drop filters in photonic crystal structures. Focuses on achieving high performance in terms of compactness and spectral selectivity for integrated optical circuits.

🔹 Optimizing Few-Mode Erbium-Doped Fiber Amplifiers for high-capacity optical networks using a multi-objective optimization algorithm

  • Journal: Optical Fiber Technology

  • Date: Sep 2025

  • DOI: 10.1016/j.yofte.2025.104186

  • Summary: Introduces a multi-objective optimization approach for designing few-mode EDFAs, targeting performance improvements in next-gen high-capacity optical networks.

🔹 Inverse design of octagonal plasmonic structure for switching using deep learning

  • Journal: Results in Physics

  • Date: Apr 2025

  • DOI: 10.1016/j.rinp.2025.108197

  • Summary: Utilizes deep learning for the inverse design of an octagonal plasmonic structure used in optical switching, demonstrating enhanced precision and compact design capability.

🔹 Chirped apodized fiber Bragg gratings inverse design via deep learning

  • Journal: Optics & Laser Technology

  • Date: 2025

  • DOI: 10.1016/J.OPTLASTEC.2024.111766

  • WOS UID: WOS:001311493000001

  • Summary: Applies deep learning to the inverse design of chirped apodized fiber Bragg gratings, optimizing the spectral characteristics for filtering and sensing applications.

🔹 Inverse Design of FBG-Based Optical Filters Using Deep Learning: A Hybrid CNN-MLP Approach

  • Journal: Journal of Lightwave Technology

  • Date: 2025

  • DOI: 10.1109/JLT.2025.3534275

  • Summary: Proposes a hybrid CNN-MLP architecture to design fiber Bragg grating (FBG) optical filters, improving accuracy and speed in the inverse design process using deep learning techniques.

Conclusion

Dr. Adibnia is still in the process of completing his Ph.D., his broad technical expertise, multidisciplinary research focus, early academic leadership roles, and active participation in both national and international platforms make him a highly promising candidate for the Best Academic Researcher Award in the early-career researcher or emerging researcher category.

Arjun Sil | Civil | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Arjun Sil | Civil | Best Researcher Award 

Associate professor, at NIT Silchar Assam, India.

Dr. Arjun Sil is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Silchar, Assam, India. With a passion for teaching and research, he specializes in earthquake-resistant design, seismic hazard analysis, structural health monitoring, and applied elasticity. Dr. Sil has over 15 years of experience in academia and research, contributing significantly to civil engineering through numerous publications and collaborative projects. His work aims to address critical challenges in infrastructure resilience, environmental hazards, and innovative retrofitting techniques. Beyond academia, he is an advocate for interdisciplinary approaches to solving real-world problems.

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Education

🎓 Dr. Sil’s academic journey is a testament to his dedication to civil engineering:

  • Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (2014) from the prestigious Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore, India.
  • M.Tech in Earthquake Engineering (2010) from National Institute of Technology (NIT), Silchar, Assam, India.
  • B.Tech in Civil Engineering (2002) from North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology (NERIST), Arunachal Pradesh, India.

His academic credentials reflect his strong foundation and specialization in earthquake engineering and geotechnical studies.

Experience

💼 Dr. Sil brings over 15 years of professional experience:

  • Associate Professor (since July 2022) at NIT Silchar, focusing on advanced civil engineering research and teaching.
  • Assistant Professor (2012–2022) at NIT Silchar, contributing to undergraduate and postgraduate education.
  • Research Fellow (2008–2012), where he conducted groundbreaking studies in seismic vulnerability.
  • Engineering Officer (Civil) (2003–2008) in the Government of Tripura, overseeing infrastructure development and maintenance projects.

Research Interests

🔍 Dr. Sil’s research spans a diverse range of critical topics in civil engineering:

  • Earthquake-resistant design and geotechnical earthquake engineering.
  • Seismic hazard analysis, seismic microzonation, and site response studies.
  • Structural health monitoring, condition assessment, and retrofitting techniques.
  • Application of GIS, remote sensing, and probabilistic modeling in civil engineering.
  • Air pollution modeling, landslide hazard evaluation, and corrosion studies.

Awards

🏆 Dr. Sil’s contributions have earned him numerous accolades:

  • Recognized for his outstanding research in seismic vulnerability and hazard analysis.
  • Awards for excellence in teaching and mentoring graduate students.
  • Honored for his work on integrated GIS-based hazard mapping and applied engineering studies.

Publications

📚 Dr. Sil has published extensively in high-impact journals, contributing significantly to civil engineering research:

2024

  1. Tsunami Vulnerability Assessment Using GIS and AHP Technique”
    • Journal: Natural Hazards Review, ASCE
    • Focus: Assessing tsunami vulnerability using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP).
    • Scope: Framework for identifying high-risk zones and mitigation strategies.
    • Significance: Useful for coastal planning and disaster risk reduction.
  2. “Seismic Hazards in Bhubaneswar City, India”
    • Journal: Indian Geotechnical Journal, Springer
    • Focus: Evaluating seismic risks specific to Bhubaneswar using geotechnical and seismological data.
    • Scope: Recommendations for urban planning and infrastructure resilience.
    • Significance: First detailed seismic hazard study for this city.

2023

  1. “Application of ANN for Time-Variant Structural Reliability”
    • Journal: Practice Periodical on Structural Design and Construction, ASCE
    • Focus: Leveraging Artificial Neural Networks (ANN) to model and predict structural reliability over time.
    • Scope: Applied to structures facing varying environmental and load conditions.
    • Significance: Advances computational methods in structural engineering.
  2. “Service Life Estimation of RC Bridge Structures”
    • Journal: ASCE-ASME Journal of Risk and Uncertainty in Engineering Systems
    • Focus: Estimating the remaining service life of reinforced concrete (RC) bridge structures under deterioration.
    • Scope: Models incorporating uncertainties like corrosion and traffic loads.
    • Significance: Critical for prioritizing bridge maintenance and rehabilitation.
  3. “Comprehensive Seismic Hazard Assessment for Guwahati City”
    • Journal: Natural Hazards Research, Elsevier
    • Focus: Detailed seismic hazard mapping for Guwahati city, North East India.
    • Scope: Includes microzonation and implications for disaster preparedness.
    • Significance: A critical contribution to urban safety in a high-risk zone.
  4. “Report on the 2018 Indonesian Tsunami Causes”
    • Journal: Natural Hazards Research, Elsevier
    • Focus: Investigating geological and environmental factors leading to the 2018 Indonesian tsunami.
    • Scope: Post-event analysis highlighting lessons for future disaster management.
    • Significance: Provides insights for global tsunami risk mitigation.
  5. “Seismic Hazard Analysis of North East India”
    • Journal: International Journal of Reliability and Safety, Inderscience
    • Focus: Comprehensive analysis of seismic hazards in the North East region of India.
    • Scope: Includes probabilistic seismic hazard assessment (PSHA) and vulnerability indices.
    • Significance: Enhances understanding of the region’s seismic risks for infrastructure planning.

Conclusion

Dr. Arjun Sil is a highly accomplished researcher with a prolific publication record and deep expertise in civil and geotechnical engineering. His contributions to earthquake-resistant design, seismic hazard analysis, and structural health monitoring are significant and impactful. While he could benefit from expanded global collaborations and broader public engagement, his achievements make him a strong contender for the Research for Best Researcher Award. His work addresses both academic excellence and practical societal challenges, aligning well with the award’s objectives.