Dr. Lixing Zheng | Decision-making and Problem-solving | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Lixing Zheng | Decision-making and Problem-solving | Research Excellence Award

PowerChina Chongqing Engineering Co., Ltd | China

Dr. Lixing Zheng is a researcher specializing in hydrogen energy production, life cycle assessment (LCA) modeling, and low-carbon regional scenario analysis. He earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering from the South China University of Technology, followed by a PhD from the Guangzhou Institute of Energy Conversion at the Chinese Academy of Sciences. His academic and professional journey has included extensive involvement in postdoctoral research at PowerChina Chongqing Engineering Co., Ltd., where he contributes to advancing sustainable energy systems. Dr. Zheng has authored influential works, including contributions to the Encyclopedia of China (3rd Edition) and several peer-reviewed publications on hydrogen production efficiency, hydrogen energy supply scenarios, hydrogen metallurgy, exergy efficiency, and the life-cycle impacts of renewable energy technologies. His research has supported key national and regional projects focused on energy transformation, carbon neutrality pathways, and industrial technology development. Dr. Zheng’s achievements have been recognized through honors such as the 2024 Outstanding Paper Award from the Journal of Engineering Thermophysics, the 2024 Global Top Ten Award for Commercialisation of Research Results by Engineers, and the Second Prize of the 2025 China Power Construction Group Science and Technology Award. His work continues to advance the scientific foundation for sustainable, low-carbon energy systems.

Profile:  Scopus

Featured Publications

Analysis of exergy flow and CCUS carbon reduction potential in coal gasification hydrogen production technology in China. Energies.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yu Zhao | Decision-making and Problem-solving | Research Excellence Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yu Zhao | Decision-making and Problem-solving | Research Excellence Award

Shenyang Jianzhu University | China

Zhao Yu is an accomplished scholar in management science and engineering with a strong academic foundation, holding a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, a master’s degree in management science and engineering, and a Ph.D. from Chongqing University. With professional experience spanning academia and government research, he has served as a lecturer, associate professor, and policy research section chief, contributing significantly to both theoretical and practical aspects of sustainable development. His research focuses on emergy analysis, carbon emissions, construction sustainability, green building, urban metabolism, zero-waste city governance, supply-chain carbon measurement, and real estate mass appraisal. He has published 18 SCI/SSCI papers as first author, including multiple articles in top-tier CAS Zone 1 journals, and has led more than 2 million RMB in funded research projects, including prestigious Ministry of Education and provincial social science grants. His work has advanced carbon reduction strategies, emergy-based sustainability evaluations, and digital governance in the construction sector. He has also guided students to achieve national awards, reflecting his commitment to talent cultivation and academic excellence. Overall, his contributions demonstrate impactful leadership in advancing sustainable construction, ecological governance, and innovative urban development pathways for regional and national progress.

Profile:  ORCID 

Featured Publications

Zhao, Y. (2025). Assessing recycled concrete’s sustainability with emergy theory and input–output modeling. Proceedings of the Institution of Civil Engineers – Engineering Sustainability.

Zhao, Y. (2025). Coupling system dynamics with emergy analysis to achieve China’s zero-waste city goals: A metabolic perspective. Journal of Cleaner Production.

Zhao, Y. (2025). Efficient project management of historical building groups: A BIM-based approach with the critical chain method and 5D simulation. International Journal of Construction Management.

Zhao, Y. (2025). Flow shop scheduling for prefabricated components production considering parallel machines and buffer constraints. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management.

Zhao, Y. (2025). Enhancing real estate mass appraisal in Type II metropolitan cities: A GIS-MGWR approach. International Journal of Strategic Property Management.

Saumya – Decision-making and Problem-solving -Best Researcher Award

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Ms Saumya - Decision-making and Problem-solving - IIIT Delhi - India 

Professional Profile

Early Academic Pursuits

Saumya Chaturvedi embarked on his academic journey with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering in Electronics and Communication from Rajiv Gandhi Proudyogiki Vishwavidyalaya (RGPV) in Bhopal, India. This laid the groundwork for his subsequent academic pursuits.

Professional Endeavors

Saumya's professional journey includes a significant tenure as a Research Assistant at TCS India researcher, IIIT-Delhi, spanning four years from 2019 to 2023. During this time, he actively contributed to research and also served as a Teaching Assistant for various courses at IIITD.

Contributions and Research Focus

As a PhD Scholar at Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology (IIIT), Delhi, Saumya Chaturvedi has delved into cutting-edge research areas, including nonorthogonal multiple access (NOMA) schemes, resource management, visible light communication, intelligent reflecting surface (IRS), and unmanned aerial vehicles. His collaborative efforts on the SPARC Project with advisors and mentors from the University of Surrey and the University of Essex, U.K., demonstrate his commitment to interdisciplinary research.

Accolades and Recognition

Saumya's academic excellence has been recognized through various accolades. Notably, he was awarded the TCS research fellowship for his Ph.D. research work from 2019 to 2023. Additionally, he received the GATE Fellowship in 2015 based on his performance in the national-level Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE).

Impact and Influence

Saumya's impact is evident in his notable publications, particularly in IEEE journals and conferences. His research on intelligent reflecting surfaces, sparse code multiple access (SCMA) systems, and visible light communication showcases his contributions to advancing communication technologies.

Legacy and Future Contributions

Saumya Chaturvedi's legacy lies in his dedication to pushing the boundaries of communication systems through innovative research. His work on resource allocation for sum-rate maximization in multi-UAV SCMA networks and trajectory design for sum-rate enhancement in UAV-SCMA systems positions him as a rising star in the field. Looking ahead, his continued contributions to academia and research are poised to leave a lasting impact on the domain of communications engineering.

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