Wagd Ajeeb | Energy and Sustainability | Excellence in Research Award

Published on 22/02/202522/02/2025 by Research Hypothesis

Wagd Ajeeb | Energy and Sustainability | Excellence in Research Award

Dr Wagd Ajeeb, IST Tecnico Lisbon University, Portugal

Dr. Wagd Ajeeb 🎓⚙️ is a mechanical engineer specializing in energy systems and climate change. He earned his Ph.D. from Aveiro University, Portugal (2019), focusing on nanofluids in micro heat exchangers. With experience at IST Lisbon, the University of Padua, and IDMEC, he has contributed to cutting-edge projects on green hydrogen, synthetic biofuels, and thermal management. His research includes high-impact publications on nanofluids and renewable energy 🌱🔬. A member of leading R&D centers, he actively participates in scientific conferences and innovation forums. Passionate about sustainable energy, Dr. Ajeeb advances technologies for a cleaner future 🌍⚡.

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Education

Dr. Wagd Ajeeb 🎓 is a specialist in Energy Systems and Climate Change with a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Aveiro University, Portugal (2015-2019) 🌍🔥. His thesis focused on convective heat transfer of non-Newtonian nanofluids in micro heat exchangers. He earned his M.Sc. in Thermal Machine Engineering from Tishreen University, Syria (2012-2015) ⚡💧, researching hydropower plant design at the 16-Tishreen Dam. His B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from Albaath University (2007-2012) 🌬️🔧 explored wind energy potential in Syria. With strong expertise in renewable energy and thermal systems, he contributes to advancing sustainable engineering solutions. ⚙️💡

Employment

Dr. Wagd Ajeeb is a dedicated mechanical engineer and researcher at the Centre for Innovation, Technology, and Policy Research (IN+), IST Lisbon University, Portugal (2023–2024) 🔬⚙️. He collaborates with PRIO on the M-ECO2 project, focusing on green hydrogen and synthetic biofuels 🌿🔋. Previously, he worked at the University of Padua, Italy (2022–2023), researching fouling mitigation in heat exchangers with Hexxcell Ltd ❄️💧. His expertise spans nanofluids for advanced cooling (IST Lisbon, 2020–2022) and CFD simulations for Bosch’s Smart Green Homes project (University of Aveiro, 2019–2020) 🏡⚡. A member of the Syrian Engineers Syndicate, he also worked on renewable energy and power systems in Syria (2013–2015) ⚡🌍.

Research Focus

Dr. Wagd Ajeeb 🔬⚡ specializes in renewable energy, hydrogen production, and nanofluids for thermal applications. His research spans life cycle assessments of green hydrogen and renewable diesel 🌱🔋, published in high-impact Q1 journals. He investigates hydrogen production via alkaline electrolysis and its sustainability implications 🔄⚡. Additionally, he explores nanofluid properties, enhancing heat transfer efficiency in compact heat exchangers ❄️🔥. His work includes experimental and numerical studies on Al₂O₃ and TiO₂ nanofluids, optimizing thermal management solutions. Dr. Ajeeb’s contributions drive advancements in sustainable energy and innovative thermal technologies for a greener future 🌍🚀.

Awards

Dr. Wagd Ajeeb has been recognized for outstanding research contributions with prestigious awards 🌟. He received the Best Paper Award at the 8th World Congress on Momentum, Heat and Mass Transfer (MHMT 2023) in Lisbon, Portugal 🇵🇹, showcasing his excellence in scientific innovation. His achievements continued in July 2024, when he was honored with the Best Research Presentation Award at the 9th International Conference on Green Energy Technologies (ICGET 2024) in Berlin, Germany 🇩🇪. These accolades highlight his dedication to advancing research in energy and heat transfer, reinforcing his impact in the scientific community 🔬🏆.

Association Member

Dr. Wagd Ajeeb is a researcher at the Center for Innovation, Technology and Policy Research (IN+) at Instituto Superior Técnico (IST), University of Lisbon 🇵🇹. He is also affiliated with the Mechanical Engineering Institute (IDMEC) at IST and the Centre for Mechanical Technology and Automation (TEMA) at the University of Aveiro ⚙️🔬. His research contributions extend to R&D teams of FCT, including the Laboratório de Robótica e Sistemas de Engenharia (Jun 2020–Aug 2021) 🤖 and the Laboratório Associado de Energia, Transportes e Aeronáutica (July 2021–2023) ✈️⚡. His work focuses on advanced mechanical engineering and automation 🚀.

Scientific Activities

Dr. Wagd Ajeeb is an accomplished researcher in energy and fluid mechanics, actively contributing to international conferences and forums. 🌍⚡ He participated in the LARSyS 2024 Meeting and Be Next | Europe’s Decentralized Energy Innovation Forum in Lisbon. 🇵🇹🔋 In 2023, he attended the Eurogas Annual Conference, the IN+ 25 Years of Innovation event, and chaired a session at the 8th World Congress on Momentum, Heat, and Mass Transfer. 🎤📊 He has lectured at Lisbon University, Edinburgh Napier University, and Tishreen University. 🎓🔥 His expertise spans renewable energy, thermal fluids, and nanofluids, making significant contributions to global energy sustainability. 🌱💡

Publication Top Notes

Experimental investigation of heat transfer performance of Al2O3 nanofluids in a compact plate heat exchanger

Nanofluids in compact heat exchangers for thermal applications: A State-of-the-art review

Forced convection heat transfer of non-Newtonian MWCNTs nanofluids in microchannels under laminar flow

Performance evaluation of convective heat transfer and laminar flow of non-Newtonian MWCNTs in a circular tube

Experimental and numerical study of convective heat transfer and laminar flow of a MWCNTs nanofluid in a horizontal tube

Life cycle assessment of green hydrogen production through electrolysis: A literature review

Robert Venter | Sustainability | Best Researcher Award

Published on 07/10/202407/10/2024 by Research Hypothesis

Robert Venter | Sustainability | Best Researcher Award

Dr Robert Venter, University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa

Dr. Robert Venter appears to be a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award based on several key factors:

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Education

Dr. Venter’s academic background is extensive, with a PhD in Entrepreneurship and multiple qualifications in Human Resource Management and Legal Studies from the prestigious University of the Witwatersrand. His multidisciplinary foundation provides a robust platform for impactful research.

Teaching Experience

His teaching career spans over two decades at the University of the Witwatersrand, where he has contributed significantly as a Senior Lecturer, Lecturer, and Associate Lecturer. His roles as a sessional lecturer at Wits Business School and his honors supervision further demonstrate his dedication to education and research development.

Service and Leadership

Dr. Venter’s leadership roles within the university community are notable. He has served as Assistant Dean for Teaching and Learning, chaired multiple committees, and acted as the Head of the Division of Management and Human Resource Management. His contributions extend beyond the classroom, including roles as a residence hall coordinator and an HIV/AIDS counselor.

Awards and Recognition

He has been recognized multiple times for his excellence, including the University of the Witwatersrand’s Award for Supervisory Excellence and the Vice-Chancellor’s Team Teaching Award. His long service awards reflect his dedication to the academic institution.

Research Contributions

Dr. Venter’s recent publications address critical areas such as transformational entrepreneurship, social enterprises, and sustainable leadership. His research outputs are both broad and impactful, dealing with issues such as immigrant entrepreneurship, pro-poor ecosystems, and risk-taking in social entrepreneurship. He has also contributed to the development of new conceptual models and scales, such as the Social Entrepreneurial Intention Bias Scale, which have practical implications for entrepreneurship research.

Conclusion

With a rich combination of educational background, teaching excellence, service leadership, and impactful research contributions, Dr. Venter’s profile aligns with the criteria for the Best Researcher Award. His work, particularly in social entrepreneurship and sustainable leadership, addresses critical societal needs, making him a deserving candidate for the award.

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Complex Systems and Sustainable Leadership: Enhancing Resilience and Sustainability of Community-Based Social Enterprises in Soweto, South Africa

Immigrant informal cross-border entrepreneurship as transformational entrepreneurship: a study of immigrant entrepreneurs in Johannesburg’s inner-city

The entrepreneurial university as a driver of transformational entrepreneurship: towards an understanding of a university-centric pro-poor entrepreneurship ecosystem

Do good and measure well! – Examining the validity of two positive social change measurements in South African social enterprises

A Risky Way of Doing Good – Combining Personality and Cognitive Variables in a New Hierarchical Model of Investment Risk-taking in Social Entrepreneurship

Measuring the Role of Reductive Bias in Social Enterprise Formation: Development and Validation of a Social Entrepreneurial Intention Bias Scale

Abbas Ranjbar Saadatabadi | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Published on 03/07/202403/07/2024 by Research Hypothesis

Abbas Ranjbar Saadatabadi | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr Abbas Ranjbar Saadatabadi, Atmospheric Science & Meteorological Research, ASMERC, Iran

Dr. Abbas Ranjbar Saadatabadi is an accomplished meteorologist with a B.Sc. in Applied Physics from the University of Shahid Bahonar, an M.Sc. in Meteorology from Geophysics Institute in Tehran, and a Ph.D. in Meteorology from Islamic Azad University. He serves as Director of ASMERC, Tehran, and has held several key roles in atmospheric science research. His expertise spans atmospheric circulations, forecasting, and applied physics. Dr. Ranjbar is an active member of numerous professional associations and has significantly contributed to flood forecasting, extreme weather event analysis, and dust storm research in Iran. 🌦️📚🌍

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Education

🎓 With a solid foundation in Applied Physics from the University of Shahid Bahonar, Kerman, Iran (1988-1993), 🎓 followed by a Master’s in Meteorology from the Geophysics Institute, Tehran, Iran (1994-1997), 🌦️ the scholar pursued a Ph.D. in Meteorology at the Islamic Azad University, Science and Research Branch, Tehran, Iran (1999-2003). 🌪️ This extensive educational background has equipped them with in-depth knowledge and expertise in the field of meteorology, contributing significantly to their professional and academic pursuits. 📚✨

Experience

🌦️ Since 2015, the Director of the Atmospheric Science and Meteorological Research Center (ASMERC) in Tehran, Iran, has led advancements in meteorological research. Previously, from 2013 to 2015, they served as the Deputy Director of ASMERC, and from 2012 to 2013, as a faculty member. They directed the National Drought Warning and Monitoring Center (NDWMC) from 2011 to 2012 and served as Deputy Director from 2010 to 2011. Between 2005 and 2010, they were the Deputy Director of the National Weather Forecasting Center. Additionally, they headed the Department of Satellite Meteorology and New Technologies at IRIMO from 2004 to 2005 and worked as a forecaster from 1999 to 2004. ☁️🛰️

Membership of Professional Associations

📝🌍 National Commission of UNESCO- National Committee of Man and the Biosphere, Associate Member (2012-current). 🏛️🔬 Research Committee of Yazd, Kerman, and Sistan-o-Balochestan provinces (2013-2015). 🌐🔬 Committee of Science and Technology Exchange in the Union of Countries bordering the Indian Ocean (2013-current). 🗞️🌦️ Editorial Board Member, Journal of Climate Research (2015-current) and Journal of Nivar (IRIMO) (2010-current). 🌪️🌧️ Associate Member, Secondary Professional Work Group of Atmospheric Disasters and Storm (2015). 🌩️🌡️ Associate Member, Research Council of the Atmospheric Science and Meteorological Research Centre (2014-current). 🌊🌎 Scientific Secretary, 3rd International Conference of the Persian Gulf Oceanography (2015). 🌊🔬 Vice Chairman, Iranian Marine Science and Technology Association (2019).

Project Involvement

🌊⛑️ Designed and operated a flood forecasting and warning system in Tehran (2018-2020). 🌧️📈 Studied heavy rainfall forecasting in Ilam province (2019). 🌦️💻 Developed a Meteorological and Hydrology Forecast Software System in Qom (2016-2017). 🌩️📊 Evaluated extreme weather events using regional climate models in Iran (2016-2017). 🌧️🏙️ Investigated precipitation causes of Qazvin urban floods (2016). 🌧️🌊 Analyzed atmospheric patterns for heavy rainfalls over Bushehr (2015). 🌬️📉 Developed a wind atlas over Iran using numerical atmospheric models (2015). 🌪️📉 Evaluated the EURAD dust storm forecast model (2016). 🌪️🌀 Studied atmospheric patterns for dust storms over Isfahan (2013). 🌪️💨 Designed an integrated system for air pollution and dust forecasting (2013). 🌪️🌊 Assessed SWAN and MIKE21 model outputs with buoy data in Bushehr (2015). 🌪️🌀 Modeled dust storm trajectories over Kerman with WRF-Chem (2015). 🌪️❄️ Studied dust storm mechanisms and trajectories over Lorestan (2015).

Research focus

Dr. Ranjbar Saadatabadi’s research primarily focuses on atmospheric and environmental sciences, particularly in the context of Iran. His work includes studying climatic variations, synoptic and dynamic analysis of extreme weather events, dust transport modeling, and the impacts of ENSO on the Middle East’s climate. He utilizes advanced techniques like remote sensing, machine learning, and numerical models to analyze phenomena such as heavy rainfall, flash floods, and dust storms. His research aims to understand and mitigate the impacts of environmental changes and extreme weather on the region. 🌦️📊🌍📉💨

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A comprehensive investigation of the causes of drying and increasing saline dust in the Urmia Lake, northwest Iran, via ground and satellite observations, synoptic analysis and machine learning models

Estimating Particulate Matter Using Remote Sensing Data and Meteorological Variables Over Ahvaz, Iran

Synoptic and dynamic analysis of a flash flood-inducing heavy rainfall event in arid and semi-arid central-northern Iran and its simulation using the WRF model