Arash Sioofy Khoojine | Energy and Sustainability | Best Academic Researcher Award

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Dr. Arash Sioofy Khoojine | Energy and Sustainability | Best Academic Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at Yibin University, China

Dr. Arash Sioofy Khoojine is an accomplished academic researcher specializing in applied statistics, complex networks, and financial time series analysis. With a Ph.D. in Statistics from Shanghai Jiaotong University and prior degrees in mathematical sciences from top institutions in China and Iran, he has developed a strong interdisciplinary foundation. His research focuses on statistical modeling of stock market turbulence, COVID-19 spread simulation using advanced SEIR models, and network-based predictive analytics, producing over a dozen peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals such as Physica A, Entropy, IEEE Access, and European Physical Journal. He currently serves as an Assistant Professor at Yibin University in China, where he teaches econometrics and statistical applications in economics. Beyond academia, he contributes as a guest editor and reviewer for international journals and has authored a Springer book on pandemic modeling. Fluent in English, Persian, and Chinese, and skilled in multiple programming languages including R, Python, and C++, Dr. Khoojine exemplifies a globally engaged scholar whose work bridges theory with real-world applications in finance, health, and data science.

Professional Profile 

🎓 Education of Arash Sioofy Khoojine

Dr. Arash Sioofy Khoojine possesses a rich and diverse academic background in mathematics and statistics, built across top institutions in Iran and China. He earned his Ph.D. in Statistics from Shanghai Jiaotong University (2015–2020), graduating with distinction (GPA: A), where he focused on statistical network analysis of financial markets. Prior to this, he completed his M.Sc. in Probability and Mathematical Statistics at Central China Normal University (2012–2015) with an impressive GPA of 93.2/100, ranking among the top students. His foundational studies began with a B.Sc. in Pure Mathematics from Tabriz Payame Noor University (2000–2005), preceded by a Pre-University Diploma in Mathematics from Taleghani Pre-University Center in Tabriz (1998–1999). This solid progression reflects his long-standing dedication to mathematical sciences and his pursuit of academic excellence across multiple cultural and academic environments.

💼 Professional Experience of Arash Sioofy Khoojine

Dr. Arash Sioofy Khoojine has built a multifaceted professional career spanning academia, research, and software development. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Yibin University in China since 2020, he teaches statistics, econometrics, and mathematical applications in economics while actively engaging in interdisciplinary research. His earlier academic roles include a Lecturer position at Xi’an International Studies University, where he taught applied statistics, and a Teaching Assistant post at Central China Normal University, supporting coursework in probability theory. Before transitioning to academia, Dr. Khoojine worked as a C++ Programmer at Hekmat Pajouh Tabriz Co. in Iran from 2007 to 2011, where he honed his computational and analytical skills. His journey also includes early mathematics tutoring in subjects like pre-algebra and linear algebra from 2004 to 2007. This diverse professional background highlights his ability to integrate theoretical knowledge with practical application, across both academic and technical environments.

🔬 Research Interests of Arash Sioofy Khoojine

Dr. Arash Sioofy Khoojine’s research interests lie at the intersection of applied statistics, complex networks, and computational modeling, with a strong emphasis on real-world applications in finance, economics, and public health. He is particularly focused on statistical network analysis, exploring the structural dynamics of financial markets during periods of turbulence. His work also delves into time series modeling, stochastic processes such as fractional Brownian motion, and hypothesis testing within theoretical statistics. Additionally, he has made significant contributions to the development of SEIR-based epidemic models for predicting the spread of infectious diseases like COVID-19. With expertise in statistical programming and simulation using tools like R, Python, and Monte Carlo methods, Dr. Khoojine continues to push the boundaries of data-driven insight in both academic and applied settings.

🏅 Awards and Honors of Arash Sioofy Khoojine

Dr. Arash Sioofy Khoojine has been recognized multiple times for his academic excellence and research potential throughout his career. Early on, he ranked among the top 5% of national entrance exam participants in Iran and secured the 40th position in the prestigious Pre-University Entrance Exam in Tabriz. During his undergraduate studies, he consistently achieved first-grade distinctions in advanced mathematics courses such as complex functions, hyperbolic geometry, and mathematical analysis. His exceptional performance continued during his postgraduate education, earning him the title of top-ranked student in his master’s program at Central China Normal University. As a Ph.D. scholar at Shanghai Jiaotong University, he was awarded a competitive scholarship worth 200,000 RMB, along with a research fund of 60,000 RMB to support his innovative work in statistical network analysis. These honors reflect Dr. Khoojine’s unwavering commitment to academic excellence and his impactful contributions to the field of mathematics and statistics.

🧾 Conclusion 

Dr. Arash Sioofy Khoojine is highly suitable for the Best Academic Researcher Award. His academic journey is defined by interdisciplinary innovation, a strong international education, diverse research in critical areas like financial networks and public health, and prolific scholarly output. The blend of theoretical rigor and practical relevance in his work positions him as a standout candidate. His application reflects core values of academic excellence, international collaboration, and research relevance, all of which align well with the criteria for the Best Academic Researcher Award.

📚 Publications Top Noted

  1. Smart Farming Solutions: A User-Friendly GUI for Maize Tassel Estimation Using YOLO With Dynamic and Fixed Labelling, Featuring Video Support

    • Authors: Ata Jahangir Moshayedi; Zhonghua Wang; Maryam Sharifdoust; Arash Sioofy Khoojine; Wei Zhang; Amin Kolahdooz; Jiandong Hu
    • Year: 2025
    • Citation: IEEE Access,
    • DOI: 10.1109/ACCESS.2025.3554984
  2. Dynamic Anomaly Detection in the Chinese Energy Market During Financial Turbulence Using Ratio Mutual Information and Crude Oil Price Movements
    • Authors: Lin Xiao; Arash Sioofy Khoojine
    • Year: 2024
    • Citation: Energies,
    • DOI: 10.3390/en17235852

  3. Interconnectedness of Systemic Risk in the Chinese Economy: The Granger Causality and CISS Indicator Approach

    • Authors: Omid Farkhondeh Rouz; Hossein Sohrabi Vafa; Arash Sioofy Khoojine; Sajjad Pashay Amiri
    • Year: 2024
    • Citation: Risk Management,
    • DOI: 10.1057/s41283-024-00142-8

  4. Analyzing Volatility Patterns in the Chinese Stock Market Using Partial Mutual Information-Based Distances

    • Authors: Arash Sioofy Khoojine; Ziyun Feng; Mahboubeh Shadabfar; Negar Sioofy Khoojine
    • Year: 2023
    • Citation: The European Physical Journal B,
    • DOI: 10.1140/epjb/s10051-023-00628-6
  5. A State-of-the-Art Review of Probabilistic Portfolio Management for Future Stock Markets
    • Authors: Longsheng Cheng; Mahboubeh Shadabfar; Arash Sioofy Khoojine
    • Year: 2023
    • Citation: Mathematics,
    • DOI: 10.3390/math11051148

 

 

 

Amal Zaher | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Amal Zaher | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr Amal Zaher, Beni-suef University, Egypt

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Amal Zaher Shehata is an accomplished academic and researcher in Environmental and Chemical Engineering, affiliated with the Faculty of Postgraduate Studies for Advanced Sciences (PSAS), Beni-Suef University, Egypt. With a strong foundation in chemical engineering, she has led transformative research on wastewater treatment, nanomaterials, and environmental sustainability. Dr. Zaher has authored numerous impactful publications in high-ranking journals, particularly focusing on advanced oxidation processes, layered double hydroxides, and photocatalysis. She has supervised 16 postgraduate theses (14 M.Sc. and 2 Ph.D.), contributed to funded national and international research projects, and actively participates in quality assurance and curriculum development. In addition to her academic duties, she serves as Director of the Training Committee at PSAS and is a reviewer for respected journals such as RSC and Fuel. Her research contributions and dedication to environmental advancement make her a distinguished candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

Publication Profile

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Education

Dr. Amal Zaher holds a B.Sc. Honors (2000), M.Sc. (2006), and Ph.D. (2012) in Chemical Engineering from the Faculty of Engineering, Minia University, Egypt. Her master’s thesis focused on “A New Technology for Treatment of Oil-Polluted Wastewater,” while her doctoral research, titled “Advanced Process for Oily Water Treatment: Statistical Optimization,” advanced the field of environmental process engineering through data-driven techniques. Her academic journey reflects deep expertise in water and wastewater treatment, catalysis, and nanotechnology. She has since expanded her specialization to include interdisciplinary applications in environmental science, particularly within industrial and sustainable development contexts. Her strong academic background underpins her effective teaching, supervision, and pioneering research efforts at Beni-Suef University.

Experience

Dr. Zaher began her career as a freelance engineer (2000–2002) and later served as a safety and occupational health specialist (2002–2016) at the Ministry of Manpower and Immigration, Minia, Egypt. In academia, she served as Assistant Professor (2013–2022) and was promoted to Associate Professor in 2022 at the Environmental Science and Industrial Development Department, PSAS Faculty, Beni-Suef University. She also directed the faculty’s Training Unit (2016–2018) and currently leads the Training Committee. Dr. Zaher has taught various undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including Biogas Technology, Environmental Management Systems, Green Chemistry, and Clean Water Technology. Her leadership extends to academic program development, quality assurance, and supervision of graduate students. With over two decades of diverse professional experience, she effectively bridges the gap between engineering practice and academic innovation.

Awards and Honors

Dr. Amal Zaher has received recognition as a dedicated researcher and academic leader. Her H-index of 10 and 355+ citations (as of May 2025, Scopus ID: 8922238500) reflect her research influence in environmental nanotechnology and water treatment. She is a peer reviewer for internationally acclaimed journals, including RSC and Fuel, and has contributed to global conferences and symposia, both as an attendee and organizer. Notably, she has coordinated institutional programs on occupational safety and environmental sustainability, reinforcing her impact in academic development. She is also an active member of the Arab Federation for Specialized Women and the Institute for Engineering Research and Publication. Her participation in funded research projects, including international collaborations with institutions in the USA, highlights her global research footprint and scholarly contributions deserving of the Best Researcher Award.

Research Focus

Dr. Zaher’s research centers on sustainable environmental technologies, with a focus on advanced water and wastewater treatment methods. Her core expertise includes photocatalysis, electrocatalysis, nanomaterials (e.g., LDH, MOFs), and adsorption techniques for removing pharmaceuticals, dyes, and heavy metals. She applies experimental and computational techniques to optimize processes for treating oily wastewater and enhancing solar desalination systems. Dr. Zaher also explores the reuse and recycling of nanomaterials in water purification, with attention to green synthesis approaches. Her interdisciplinary work integrates chemical engineering, environmental science, and material chemistry to create scalable, eco-friendly solutions to water pollution. Ongoing collaborations and publications on nanostructures and electrochemical sensing technologies further underscore her commitment to environmental innovation and sustainable development.

Publication Top Notes

  1. 2006 – Using Advanced Oxidation Process for Oily Water Clean-Up, National Conference, Las Vegas, USA.

  2. 2012 – Optimization of a Simulated Photo-Fenton Process, 9th International Conference on Modeling Simulation and Visualization Methods.

  3. Influences of tungsten incorporation… toward urea elimination, International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 45(15), 8082-8093.

  4. Zn/Fe LDH as a clay-like adsorbent for oxytetracycline removal, Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 27(11), 12256-12269.

  5. Photocatalytic Degradation of Phenol Wastewater, Egyptian Journal of Chemistry, 63(11), 4439-4445.

  6. Tungsten incorporation in nickel doped carbon nanofibers…, Fuel, 280, 118654.

  7. La-doped Zn-Fe LDH for tetracycline adsorption, Journal of Molecular Liquids, 322, 114546.

  8. LDH Nanocubes Synthesized with Zeolite Templates, Nanomaterials, 11(12), 3315.

  9. Zn–Fe LDH nanostructures for dye removal, Scientific Reports, 11(1).

  10. Photocatalytic degradation with ZnO nanoparticles, Journal of International Society for Science and Engineering.

  11. Recycling of Zn–Al LDH after levofloxacin adsorption, RSC Advances, 10(46), 27633-27651.

  12. Enhanced Solar Desalination Units, Conference Proceedings.

  13. Book Chapter (2024) – Nanomaterials for Electrochemical Sensing of Heavy Metals, Springer.

  14. Book Chapter (2025) – Nanofibres for Medical Applications, Elsevier.

Conclusion

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Amal Zaher exemplifies excellence in environmental engineering research and education. Her substantial contributions to water treatment technologies, advanced nanomaterials, and green chemistry underscore her standing as a thought leader and innovator. With a proven track record of impactful publications, active supervision, and international collaboration, she is an outstanding nominee for the Best Researcher Award. Her work not only addresses pressing environmental challenges but also promotes sustainable solutions that benefit both science and society.