Khalid Alanazi | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Khalid Alanazi | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Department of Mechanical Engineering/University of Tabuk | Saudi Arabia

Dr. Khalid Alanazi is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Tabuk, specializing in energy systems, fluid mechanics, and material erosion studies. He earned his B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering with distinction from the University of Tabuk, followed by M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees from the University of Tulsa, where he conducted extensive research on solid particle erosion, oil-water emulsions, and computational fluid dynamics. Over his academic career, Dr. Alanazi has contributed to both teaching and curriculum development, instructing courses ranging from Engineering Mechanics and Fluid Mechanics to Turbomachinery and Refrigeration Systems, while supervising senior design projects and field training programs. His research primarily focuses on solar-powered desalination technologies, oil-water emulsion behavior under variable conditions, and the erosion resistance of metals in gas-solid flows. Dr. Alanazi has published numerous papers in high-impact journals and presented at international conferences, reflecting his commitment to advancing both fundamental and applied mechanical engineering. Recognized for his academic excellence, he has received multiple awards including the Prince Fahad bin Sultan Award for Academic Excellence and the Chapman Graduate Scholar Presentation Awards. His work continues to bridge experimental, computational, and applied approaches, contributing to sustainable engineering solutions and industrial applications worldwide.

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Featured Publications

Alanazi, K., Mohan, R. S., Kolla, S. S., & Shoham, O. (2024). “Effects of water salinity and temperature on oil-in-water emulsions stabilized by a nonionic surfactant.” Journal of Molecular Liquids, 414, 126067.

Alanazi, K., Mohan, R., Kolla, S. S., & Shoham, O. (2023). “Experimental study of monovalent salt and hydrochloric acid solution effects on the stability of blank oil-water dispersion in batch separators.” ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, 87660.

Alanazi, K., Mohan, R., Kolla, S. S., & Shoham, O. (2023). “Effect of water cut and temperature on the stability of emulsifier-free oil-water dispersion in batch separators at various stirrer speeds.” ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, 87660.

AbdelMeguid, H., Alanazi, K., Al-Shammari, A. F., Al-Twaim, O., Aljuhani, A., et al. (2025). “Sequential thermal and optical upgrades for passive solar stills: Toward sustainable desalination in arid climates.” Clean Energy and Sustainability, 3(4), 10017.

Alanazi, K., Mohan, R., Kolla, S. S., & Shoham, O. (2025). “Stability analysis of pure oil-water emulsion in gravity-based separators.” Journal of Fluids Engineering, 147(1), 011401.

Alexander Churbanov | Predictive Modeling Innovations | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Alexander Churbanov | Predictive Modeling Innovations | Best Researcher Award

Keldysh Institute of Applied Mathematics, Russian Academy of Sciences | Russia

Dr. Alexander Churbanov is a senior scientist at the Keldysh Institute of Applied Mathematics, Russian Academy of Sciences, specializing in mathematical modeling, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), and coupled physical phenomena in porous media and viscous flows. He received his M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Mathematical Modeling from Lomonosov Moscow State University in 1978 and 1988, respectively, with his doctoral thesis focused on numerical simulation of convective phenomena in technological facilities. Dr. Churbanov began his career as an engineer developing training systems for Soviet orbital flights at the Bureau of Space Research “ENERGIA” and later contributed to semiconductor material production modeling at the State Institute of Rare Metals Industry. Since 1988, he has served as a Senior Scientist at Keldysh Institute, where his research emphasizes the development of efficient algorithms and codes for CFD applications. He has authored 34 documents, including 25 SCI/Scopus-indexed journal papers, and his work has been cited 240 times, yielding an h-index of 8. His research interests encompass incompressible and slightly compressible viscous flows, coupled phenomena, open-source CFD software, and predictive modeling innovations. Recognized for contributions to mathematical modeling of coupled physical systems, Dr. Churbanov continues to advance computational methods, bridging theory and practical applications in engineering and applied sciences.

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Featured Publications

Churbanov, A. G., Churbanova, N. G., & Trapeznikova, M. A. (2023). “Coupled Prediction of Flows in Domains Containing a Porous Medium and a Free Stream.” Mathematical Models and Computer Simulations.

Churbanova, N. G., Trapeznikova, M. A., Churbanov, A. G., & Emets, V. V. (2023). “Prediction of Flows in an Automotive Catalytic Converter.” In Systems of Signals Generating and Processing in the Field of On-Board Communications, SOSG 2023 – Conference Proceedings.

Podryga, V. O., Churbanov, A. G., Tarasov, N. I., Polyakov, S. V., Trapeznikova, M. A., & Churbanova, N. G. (2022). “Multiscale Approach for Modeling Multiphase Fluid Flows in Installations for Reprocessing of Natural Gas.” Lobachevskii Journal of Mathematics.

Churbanov, A., Churbanova, N., Polyakov, S., & Trapeznikova, M. (2021). “Coupled Calculations of Flows in Domains Including a Porous Medium and a Homogeneous Fluid.” In Proceedings – 2021 Ivannikov Memorial Workshop, IVMEM 2021.

Polyakov, S. V., Trapeznikova, M. A., Churbanov, A. G., & Churbanova, N. G. (2021). “Prediction of Incompressible Flows in a Porous Medium-Free Stream System.” Keldysh Institute Preprints.

Arun Gupta |  Fluid Mechanics | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Arun Gupta |  Fluid Mechanics | Best Researcher Award

University Institute of Engineering And Technology | India

Dr. Arun Kumar Gupta is an accomplished academician and researcher in the field of Chemical Engineering with over twenty-three years of teaching and research experience. He is currently serving as an Associate Professor at the University Institute of Engineering and Technology, Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University, Kanpur. Dr. Gupta holds a B.Tech in Chemical Engineering from UIET, CSJMU, an M.Tech, and a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from IIT Kanpur. His research interests encompass process modeling and simulation, sustainable chemical processes, environmental engineering, smart farming systems, and the application of IoT and machine learning in chemical engineering. With 27 publications, 14 edited chapters, 3 books, and 1 completed project under the CV Raman Scheme, he has made significant scholarly contributions. He has organized and participated in numerous workshops, conferences, and faculty development programs and has been recognized with several honors, including the “Excellence in Academics Award” at the INDO–THAI International Excellence Awards 2024 and a Gold Medal in the NPTEL ASPEN course. Dr. Gupta’s innovative work has also led to two patents in smart irrigation and sustainable reactor design. Dedicated to advancing engineering education and research, he continues to inspire students and contribute to technological innovation.

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Featured Publications

Chandra, A.K., Khan, W., Gupta, A.K., Patel, P.B., & Niranjan, R.S. (2025). “E‐Waste: A Leading Hazardous Waste.” In Global Waste Management (pp. 29–61).

Lal, A., Gupta, A.K., Kumar, A., & Indu, N.K.Y. (2010). “Manufacture and study of physico-chemical properties of Karanja bio-diesel.” In Proceedings on Renewable Energy and Sustainable Biofuels (Vol. 4).

Gupta, G.D., & Arun Kumar, G. (2022). “Enhancement in activity and reusability of dry Amberlyst-15 catalyst by thermal treatment for production of biodiesel from Karanja oil.” In Asian Journal of Chemistry, 35(1), 62–68.

Gupta, A.K., & Deo, G. (2018). “A single-step process to convert Karanja oil to fatty acid methyl esters using Amberlyst-15 as a catalyst.” In Chemical and Biochemical Engineering Quarterly, 32(1), 1–10.

Chiu, K., Gupta, A., Afxentiou, T., Ashraf, A., Kanani, R., Rajaguru, K., Bhatt, N., et al. (2025). “Impact of multiprofessional radiotherapy peer review on multidisciplinary team meeting staging in head and neck cancer.” In Clinical Oncology, 38, Article 103696.

Gupta, A.K. (2023). “Various methods for enhancement in heterogeneous catalyzed biodiesel production reaction rate.” In Journal of the Indian Chemical Society, 100(100970), 4.

Muhammad Tamoor | Data Analysis | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Muhammad Tamoor | Data Analysis | Best Researcher Award

Shenyang University of Technology | China

Dr. Muhammad Tamoor is a dedicated researcher and academic in the field of Chemical Engineering, with a strong focus on life cycle engineering, sustainability, and advanced computational methods. Currently serving as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Shenyang University of Technology, China, he has made notable contributions to the development of sustainable approaches in materials and energy systems. His academic career reflects a balanced blend of teaching, research, and leadership in international collaborations, positioning him as a promising scholar in sustainable development and green technologies.

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Education

Dr. Tamoor earned his Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, with his research centered on life cycle analysis, biodegradation, and upcycling of plastics. His doctoral work emphasized strategy simulation and life cycle engineering as tools to address global challenges associated with plastic waste and circular economy solutions. Prior to his doctorate, he obtained a Master’s degree in Applied Mathematics from the University of Engineering and Technology, Taxila, where his research explored computational fluid dynamics and heat transfer phenomena. His interdisciplinary educational background, bridging chemical engineering with applied mathematics, provides him with a strong foundation in both theoretical modeling and applied sustainability research.

Experience

Professionally, Dr. Tamoor has held academic and research roles that highlight both his teaching abilities and his research acumen. He began his academic career as a Lecturer at COMSATS University Islamabad, Wah Campus, where he developed expertise in pedagogy and guided undergraduate students in engineering fundamentals. He has also contributed to professional training through specialized courses such as Object-Oriented Programming (C++), which he delivered at the Virtual University of Pakistan. Currently, he is engaged in a Postdoctoral position at Shenyang University of Technology, focusing on lifecycle assessment and techno-economic analysis of advanced concrete systems. His research and teaching experiences demonstrate his versatility and commitment to bridging theoretical knowledge with practical application.

Research Interest

Dr. Tamoor’s primary research interests revolve around sustainability, green process engineering, and life cycle assessment of industrial systems. He has actively contributed to projects examining geopolymer concrete, renewable energy infrastructures, and microbial biodegradation of plastics. His work also extends into computational domains, particularly computational fluid dynamics and population balance models, with applications in large-scale industrial processes such as bubble column reactors. In addition, he has acted as Guest Editor for the journals Frontiers in Manufacturing Technology and Frontiers in Sustainability, where he launched a special research topic on the role of life cycle engineering in developing a circular economy for plastics. His interdisciplinary focus reflects a strong vision for integrating environmental policy, techno-economic considerations, and innovative engineering solutions.

Awards

Throughout his career, Dr. Tamoor has been recognized for academic excellence and research achievements. He received the prestigious “Excellent International Graduate Award” from the Institute of Process Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, acknowledging his outstanding scholarly contributions. He was also awarded the “Chinese Government Scholarship” by the Chinese Scholarship Council, reflecting his commitment to academic excellence at the international level. In addition, he has been honored by national initiatives in Pakistan, including recognition under the Prime Minister’s Laptop Scheme and certificates for participation in innovative research and computational sciences. These accolades highlight both his academic dedication and his potential as a global researcher in sustainability and engineering.

Publications

Tamoor, M., Xing, J. (2025). PET life cycle analysis development for environmental sustainability: global scenario. Environment, Development and Sustainability.

Tamoor, M., Samak, N.A., Xing, J. (2023). Life cycle assessment and policy for the improvement of net-zero emissions in China. Cleaner Engineering and Technology.

Tamoor, M., Samak, N.A., Xing, J. (2023). Pakistan toward Achieving Net-Zero Emissions: Policy and Roadmap. ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering.

Tamoor, M., Samak, N.A., Yang, M., Xing, J. (2022). The Cradle-to-Cradle Life Cycle Assessment of Polyethylene terephthalate: Environmental Perspective. Molecules.

Tamoor, M., Kamran, M., Rehman, S., Farooq, A., Khan, R., Lee, J.R., Shin, D.Y. (2021). Modelling of Applied Magnetic Field and Thermal Radiations Due to the Stretching of Cylinder. Processes.

Conclusion

Dr. Muhammad Tamoor stands out as a dynamic and versatile researcher whose expertise bridges chemical engineering, sustainability, and computational modeling. His contributions to life cycle assessment, plastic biodegradation, renewable energy infrastructures, and sustainable concrete solutions reflect his commitment to addressing pressing global challenges. With his international research collaborations, editorial leadership, and recognized excellence in academia, Dr. Tamoor exemplifies the role of a modern scientist working toward sustainable technological advancements. His career trajectory indicates not only his capacity for innovation but also his dedication to nurturing interdisciplinary approaches for future generations of engineering and sustainability researchers.