Anas Abdelrahman | Engineering and Technology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Anas Abdelrahman | Engineering and Technology | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Anas Abdelrahman | Engineering and Technology | Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering | Egypt

Dr. Anas Mohamed Abdelrahman is an accomplished Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Future University in Egypt and a Post-Doctoral Fellow at Zhejiang University China. He holds a PhD in Thermal Power Engineering from Huazhong University of Science and Technology, and his research spans advanced topics such as hydrogen energy, cryogenics, thermal management, machine learning applications, and renewable energy systems. With over 20 publications in prestigious international journals, Dr. Abdelrahman has made significant contributions to intelligent modeling and optimization in energy systems. He has been recognized with multiple academic excellence awards and serves as a peer reviewer for top-tier journals, reflecting his academic influence. His international academic engagements and mentorship of engineering students demonstrate a commitment to both research and education, positioning him as a forward-looking and impactful researcher in the global mechanical and energy engineering community.

Professional Profile 

Education  

Dr. Anas Mohamed Abdelrahman has a strong academic foundation in mechanical and thermal engineering. He is currently a post-doctoral fellow at both Zhejiang University (ZJU) and Hangzhou City University (HZCU) in China, focusing on energy and cryogenic research. He earned his PhD in Thermal Power Engineering from the Department of Refrigeration and Cryogenics at Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST), Wuhan, China, where his research emphasized artificial intelligence modeling and scaling analysis for thermoacoustic systems. Prior to that, he completed his MSc in Design and Production Engineering at Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt, with a thesis centered on intelligent techniques in the wire EDM process. He also holds a BSc in Mechanical Power Engineering from Ain Shams University, graduating with a “Very Good” grade and an “Excellent” graduation project on central air conditioning system design. His academic journey reflects a continuous pursuit of interdisciplinary innovation in energy and thermal systems.

Professional Experience

Dr. Anas Mohamed Abdelrahman has amassed extensive professional experience in both academia and industry. He has been a faculty member in the Mechanical Engineering Department at Future University in Egypt (FUE), where he currently serves as an Assistant Professor. In parallel, he is a post-doctoral research fellow at Zhejiang University (ZJU) and Hangzhou City University (HZCU) in China, contributing to advanced research in cryogenics and hydrogen energy. He also held a short-term instructional position at the Public Authority for Applied Education and Training (PAAET) . Earlier in his career, he worked as a Production Planning Engineer at Elsewedy Cables Company in Cairo, Egypt. Dr. Abdelrahman’s career demonstrates a solid blend of teaching, research, and industrial expertise, with a focus on applying advanced thermal and energy systems research to real-world engineering challenges.

Research Interest

Dr. Anas Mohamed Abdelrahman’s research interests are deeply rooted in the fields of energy, thermal sciences, and intelligent engineering systems. His work spans a wide range of topics, including refrigeration and cryogenics, hydrogen energy, energy storage systems, and multilayer insulation materials. He is particularly focused on the application of artificial intelligence and machine learning for intelligent modeling and optimization in thermal and fluid systems. His research also explores thermoacoustics, pulsating heat pipes, heat transfer enhancement, waste heat recovery, and fluid-solid interactions. Additionally, he is actively involved in renewable energy applications such as solar energy management, solar chimney systems, and thermal management of electronic devices. Through this multidisciplinary approach, Dr. Abdelrahman aims to develop innovative, energy-efficient, and sustainable engineering solutions for emerging global challenges.

Award and Honor

Dr. Anas Mohamed Abdelrahman has received numerous awards and honors in recognition of his academic excellence and research contributions. He was honored with the Post-Doctoral Talent Recognition Certificate by Zhejiang University in China and received several Outstanding Academic Achievement Awards during his MSc, PhD, and undergraduate studies from institutions including Future University in Egypt and Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST), China. His PhD work also earned him the Outstanding Academic Excellence Award in Scientific Research at HUST, along with an honorary recognition for international PhD graduates. Additionally, Dr. Abdelrahman has been acknowledged for his service as a peer reviewer for leading international journals such as Applied Energy, International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, Energy, The Journal of the Acoustical Society of America, and Thermal Science and Engineering Progress, receiving honorary certificates . These accolades reflect his dedication to advancing engineering science and his standing in the global research community.

Publications Top Noted

Prediction of output power with artificial neural network using extended datasets for Stirling engines
Year: 2020 | Cited by: 61

Prediction of oscillatory heat transfer coefficient for a thermoacoustic heat exchanger through artificial neural network technique
Year: 2018 | Cited by: 59

Single-objective optimization for stack unit of standing wave thermoacoustic refrigerator through fruit fly optimization algorithm
Year: 2019 | Cited by: 27

Prediction of acoustic wave parameters of thermoacoustic prime mover through artificial neural network technique: Practical approach for thermoacoustics
Year: 2018 | Cited by: 15

Prediction of cooling load for a standing wave thermoacoustic refrigerator through artificial neural network technique
Year: 2017 | Cited by: 15

Prediction of pressure evolution in non-venting self-pressurized liquid hydrogen tanks using artificial neural network approach
Year: 2024 | Cited by: 10

Single-objective Optimization for Stack Unit of Standing Wave Thermoacoustic Refrigerator through Particle Swarm Optimization Method
Year: 2019 | Cited by: 10

Experimental and theoretical study on the optimal placement of reflective shield in multilayer insulation systems
Year: 2025 | Cited by: 3

IMPROVED PREDICTIONS OF ONSET TEMPERATURE IN TWIN THERMOACOUSTIC HEAT ENGINE BY NEURAL NETWORK BASED CALIBRATED THERMOACOUSTIC MODEL
Year: 2019 | Cited by: 3

Solar Chimney Power Plants: A Mini Review
Year: 2022 | Cited by: 2

Conclusion

Dr. Anas Mohamed Abdelrahman is highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award, particularly in fields related to mechanical engineering, energy systems, cryogenics, and intelligent modeling.

GULDANA MAKASHEVA | Engineering and Technology | Research Hypothesis Excellence Award

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GULDANA MAKASHEVA | Engineering and Technology | Research Hypothesis Excellence Award

Leading Research Scientist at LLP KazHydroMed, Kazakhstan

Mrs. Guldana Makasheva is a seasoned metallurgical researcher and Senior Research Scientist at LLP KazHydroMed, Kazakhstan. With over a decade of hands-on and theoretical experience across various roles in metallurgy, her expertise lies in flotation, hydrometallurgy, and the beneficiation of complex ores and industrial tailings. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Metallurgy at Satbayev University and holds advanced degrees in Metallurgy and Organic Chemistry. Her career spans from laboratory chemist to lead engineer, demonstrating her adaptability and growth. Makasheva has authored numerous scientific publications in both national and international journals and has contributed to high-impact projects aimed at developing eco-friendly and efficient mineral processing technologies. Her research, marked by technical precision and practical relevance, has addressed pressing industrial challenges in Kazakhstan’s mining sector. With a strong foundation in hypothesis-driven experimentation, she exemplifies the principles celebrated by the Research Hypothesis Excellence Award.

Publication Profile

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Education

Mrs. Makasheva holds a Master’s degree in Technical Sciences with a specialization in Metallurgy and Mineral Processing from Satbayev University, one of Kazakhstan’s premier technical institutions. Her academic foundation began with a Bachelor’s in Chemistry of Organic Substances from Karaganda State University named after E.A. Buketov, where she gained solid grounding in analytical and synthetic chemistry. Continuing her academic journey, she is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Metallurgy at Satbayev University (2023–present), focusing on advanced beneficiation techniques and processing of complex ore materials. Her academic background is complemented by specialized certifications, including a Certified PC User qualification and Accounting & 1C certification, highlighting her commitment to interdisciplinary skills. Her education has consistently supported her progression as a research leader in metallurgical science, emphasizing innovation, practical application, and publication in high-impact forums. 🎓📘🧪

Experience

Mrs. Guldana Makasheva’s professional trajectory reflects deep engagement with Kazakhstan’s metallurgical sector. Since 2021, she has served as a Senior Research Scientist at LLP KazHydroMed, where she designed cutting-edge research programs and executed pilot-scale tests in slag and ore processing. Earlier, as Lead Process Engineer at JSC “Zhairem GOK” (2020–2021), she worked on mineral flow diagrams and thickening technologies. At JSC “Varvarinskoye” (2011–2020), she ascended from Laboratory Chemist to Metallurgical Process Engineer, gaining end-to-end operational experience—from ore crushing to desorption and AAS/XRF analysis. Her earliest role was at the Institute of Organic Synthesis and Coal Chemistry, where she synthesized catalysts and conducted chromatographic studies. Each position honed her skills in technical reporting, pilot experiments, and project leadership, building a solid foundation for her present-day research excellence.

Awards and Honors

While specific national or international awards are not listed, Mrs. Guldana Makasheva’s consistent leadership in funded scientific projects and co-authorship of peer-reviewed publications signifies her recognition within the scientific community. Her appointment as Lead Investigator across multiple major projects—such as beneficiation of legacy tailings and development of flotation technologies—indicates institutional trust and high-level peer acknowledgment. She has also been a frequent contributor to SCOPUS-indexed and national journals, suggesting editorial confidence in her scientific rigor. As a Senior Research Scientist, she has been a key figure in government and industrial research initiatives, often coordinating multidisciplinary teams to address Kazakhstan’s critical metallurgical challenges. Her accolades are implicit in her elevation to senior scientific ranks and her pivotal roles in transformative projects. Her ongoing Ph.D. candidacy further reflects academic recognition and career progression.

Research Focus

Mrs. Makasheva’s research spans flotation chemistry, hydrometallurgical processing, ore beneficiation, and tailings revalorization. Her core investigations involve innovative techniques for processing refractory oxidized ores and polymetallic tailings, with special emphasis on flotation using hydroxamate-based collectors and gravity-flotation technologies. She has actively contributed to pilot testing for slag processing from metallurgical plants and has optimized concentrate thickening strategies. Her projects are critical to sustainable resource management, addressing legacy waste streams from major mining hubs like Balkhash and Zhezkazgan. Guldana also explores the oxidative-reductive potential in ore enrichment and thermochemical methods for improving flotation performance. Her current Ph.D. research likely intersects with these themes, pushing boundaries in extractive metallurgy. With a clear focus on bridging lab research with field applications, her work is both environmentally and economically transformative.

Publication Top Notes

Study of Oxidative–Reductive Potential Changes in the Enrichment of Oxidized Polymetallic Ores

Improving the Efficiency of Flotation Enrichment of Oxidized Lead-Zinc Ores Using Calcium Polysulfide

Study of Oxidative-Reductive Potential Changes in the Enrichment of Oxidized Polymetallic Ores

HYDROMETALLURGICAL PROCESSING OF MOLYBDENUM MIDDLINGS FROM SHATYRKUL-ZHAYSAN CLUSTER ORE,HIDROMETALURŠKA PRERADA SRASLAKA MOLIBDENA IZ RUDE ŠATIRKUL-ŽAJSAN KLASTERA

STUDIES ON EXTRACTION OF COPPER FROM SULFURIC ACID SOLUTION AFTER THERMOCHEMICAL ENRICHMENT OF ROUGH CONCENTRATE

Electrocatalytic reduction of quinoline and its oxy derivatives

borjini naceur | Engineering and Technology | Best Researcher Award

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borjini naceur | Engineering and Technology | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr borjini naceur, enim, Tunisia

Prof. Dr. Mohamed Naceur Borjini is a distinguished physicist with over two decades of academic and research excellence in thermal sciences, fluid dynamics, and energy systems. Currently serving as Professor of Physics at the National School of Engineering (ENIM), Monastir, Tunisia, he has held various academic posts across Tunisia’s leading scientific institutions. With a Hirsch Index of 28 (Scopus), his prolific contributions span advanced modeling in microfluidics, biomass gasification, and radiative heat transfer. An expert in numerical simulations using Comsol, Ansys Fluent, and Aspen Plus, Dr. Borjini bridges theoretical research and applied engineering. He actively serves as a reviewer for prestigious journals such as Energy, Numerical Heat Transfer, and International Journal of Thermal Sciences. His global collaborations, high-impact publications, and commitment to scientific advancement make him a prominent figure in thermal-fluid sciences and a suitable recipient of the Best Researcher Award.

Publication Profile

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Education

Prof. Dr. Borjini’s academic journey is rooted in rigorous training across Europe and North Africa. He earned his HDR (Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches) in Physics Sciences from the Faculty of Sciences, Tunis, Tunisia, in 2007, signifying his high-level research leadership. In 1998, he received his Doctorate in Engineering Sciences from the Faculty of Sciences, Perpignan, France. Prior to that, he completed a Master’s degree in Thermal Sciences at INSAT Lyon, France, in 1995, demonstrating a strong foundation in heat transfer and energy systems. His academic path began with an Engineering Diploma in Energy Engineering from ENIM, Monastir, Tunisia, in 1994. This diverse and international academic background equipped him with a robust interdisciplinary skill set, allowing him to excel in numerical modeling, fluid mechanics, and thermal system design.

Experience

Prof. Dr. Borjini has served in academia for over 25 years, holding progressively senior roles. Since 2014, he has been a Professor of Physics at the National School of Engineering (ENIM), Monastir. Prior to this, he held faculty positions at the High Institute of Applied Sciences and Technologies of Sousse (ISSATS) from 2009 to 2014, first as an Associate Professor and then as a full Professor. Between 2001 and 2009, he was affiliated with the Faculty of Sciences, Monastir, and the High School of Sciences and Technologies, Tunis. His early academic career began as an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Sciences, Monastir. Across these institutions, he has led research initiatives, mentored graduate students, and contributed to curriculum development in physics and engineering. His experience spans teaching, research leadership, and collaborative engineering projects in energy systems and fluid dynamics.

Awards and Honors

While explicit awards are not listed in the provided data, Prof. Dr. Borjini’s academic standing is underscored by his H-index of 28 (Scopus), a testament to the sustained citation and impact of his scholarly work. His regular role as a scientific reviewer for renowned international journals such as Applied Mathematical Modelling, Energy, International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer, and Journal of Electrostatics further signifies the academic community’s recognition of his expertise. The diversity and prestige of these journals suggest a consistent contribution to peer-reviewed literature in thermal and fluid sciences. His extensive publication record and participation in global collaborations mark him as an influential voice in his field, and his HDR qualification is itself a mark of high academic distinction in the French-speaking academic world. These credentials collectively justify his consideration for prestigious recognitions such as the Best Researcher Award.

Research Focus

Prof. Dr. Borjini’s research centers on thermal-fluid sciences, with specialization in the numerical modeling of complex heat and fluid flow systems. His primary areas of interest include microfluidics, where he employs Comsol Multiphysics for 3D simulations; biomass gasification, involving experimental and CFD-based analyses of multi-stage and fluidized bed reactors using Ansys Fluent and Aspen Plus; and radiative heat transfer, focusing on semitransparent media and methods like FVM and FTnFVM. He has also delved into natural convection and nanofluids, particularly in confined 2D/3D systems, and studied the interaction of magnetic fields and radiation in combined convection problems. His exploration of double diffusive convection and electroconvection in dielectric fluids highlights his wide-ranging applications in sustainable energy and process optimization. Through advanced modeling techniques and cross-platform simulations, he addresses critical challenges in energy engineering, making significant contributions to renewable energy and thermal system design.

Publication Top Notes

Double diffusive convection of hybrid nanofluids in porous enclosures: impact

Numerical study of thermo-solutal convection of a Cu/water micropolar nanofluid in a cubic cavity saturated with porous media

HYSTERESIS AND BISTABILITY BIFURCATION INDUCED BY COMBINED FLUID SHEAR-THICKENING AND DOUBLE-DIFFUSIVE CONVECTION IN SHALLOW POROUS ENCLOSURES FILLED WITH NON-NEWTONIAN POWER-LAW FLUIDS1

Three-dimensional analysis of combined thermal–solutal buoyancy and capillary convection of water-based micropolar multi-walled carbon nanotubes nanofluids

Simulation of Biomass Air Gasification in a Bubbling Fluidized Bed Using Aspen Plus: A Comprehensive Model Including Tar Production

Jet impingement cooling using shear thinning nanofluid under the combined effects of inclined separated partition at the inlet and magnetic field