Tengteng Zhuang | Higher Education | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr. Tengteng Zhuang | Higher Education | Best Researcher Award

Beijing Normal Univerity | China

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📚 INTRODUCTION

Assist. Prof. Dr. Tengteng Zhuang is a distinguished academic at Beijing Normal University in China, specializing in various fields related to higher education, engineering education, and the collaboration between industries and universities. His research focuses on advancing the professional development of university educators, the learning and growth of students, and the intersection of education policies and real-world application. With a robust background in education administration and policy, Dr. Zhuang has significantly contributed to shaping educational practices, particularly in China’s higher education system.

🎓 EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Dr. Zhuang’s academic journey began with his undergraduate studies at Nanjing University of Posts and Telecommunications, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering in 2010. This foundation in engineering set the stage for his deep interest in education, prompting him to pursue a Master’s degree in Education from Beijing Normal University. He furthered his education by obtaining a Ph.D. in Education from the Chinese University of Hong Kong, where he specialized in educational administration and policy, completing his doctoral studies in 2020.

đź’Ľ PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Dr. Zhuang’s professional career includes significant roles at top academic institutions. He has served at Beijing Normal University’s Institute of Higher Education since 2021, focusing on the research and development of higher education strategies. Prior to this, he worked at the People’s Public Security University of China, where he made substantial contributions to teaching and academic research. His teaching roles have covered a broad range of subjects, including higher education administration, educational development, and quantitative research methods at the master’s level, with a particular focus on international students.

🔬 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS

Dr. Zhuang’s research primarily revolves around the fusion of industry and education, the professional development of university educators, and student growth in contemporary higher education. He has also dedicated significant effort to exploring how engineering education can be modernized in China through systemic reforms, focusing on creating impactful educational environments that align closely with industry needs. His work also touches on comparative higher education, with a particular emphasis on China’s higher education system and the global dynamics influencing it.

🌍 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

Dr. Zhuang’s research has had a profound impact on Chinese higher education, especially in relation to the integration of industry within academic settings. His work in “university-industry collaborations” has provided critical insights into how these partnerships can be optimized to improve educational outcomes for students and meet the demands of a rapidly evolving job market. His books and journal articles on these topics have been influential in both academic and policy-making circles, helping bridge the gap between educational theory and practical implementation in engineering and STEM fields.

đź“‘ ACADEMIC CITATIONS AND PUBLICATIONS

Dr. Zhuang has a prolific record of academic publications, with several articles in high-impact journals such as Studies in Higher Education, Asia Pacific Journal of Education, and Journal of Educational Research. His published works span a broad spectrum of subjects, from educational policy and industry collaborations to the development of professional teaching practices. Notably, his monographs, Modernizing China’s Undergraduate Engineering Education through Systematic Reforms and Engineering Teaching in China’s Higher Education, have received widespread recognition in the academic community. He has contributed to various book chapters and conference proceedings as well.

🏅 HONORS & AWARDS

Throughout his career, Dr. Zhuang has been recognized for his excellence in both research and teaching. In 2023, he was honored with the title of Outstanding Mentor at Beijing Normal University. In 2020, he received the prestigious Postgraduate Research Output Award from the Chinese University of Hong Kong. Dr. Zhuang’s academic prowess has also earned him full scholarships during his doctoral studies, further cementing his place as a leading figure in his field. His qualifications and achievements reflect his commitment to advancing educational theory and practice.

đź’ˇ LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

Dr. Zhuang’s future contributions are poised to further shape the landscape of higher education, particularly in China’s engineering and technology sectors. His ongoing research in university-industry collaboration and the professional development of faculty members continues to be at the forefront of educational innovation. With a clear focus on creating a sustainable, quality-driven educational ecosystem, Dr. Zhuang’s legacy is one of bridging the gap between academia and industry while preparing students for the challenges of a rapidly evolving global workforce.

📝 FINAL NOTE

Dr. Tengteng Zhuang stands as a leading expert in the intersection of higher education, industry collaboration, and educational reform. His research, teaching, and publications contribute to shaping the future of engineering education in China and beyond. His commitment to enhancing the quality of higher education and fostering international collaboration ensures that his influence will be felt for years to come.

📚 TOP NOTES PUBLICATIONS 

Competent fish in little ponds: Testing the relationship between academic achievement and social-emotional skills
    • Authors: Jieping Shi, Tengteng Zhuang

    • Journal: International Journal of Educational Research

    • Year: 2025

Modernizing higher education with industrial forces in Asia: a comparative study of discourse of university-industry collaboration in China, Japan, and Singapore
    • Authors: Tengteng Zhuang, Misao Oh, Keiko Kimura

    • Journal: Asia Pacific Education Review

    • Year: 2025-03

What affects the teaching agency of university instructors? A social realist perspective
    • Authors: Tengteng Zhuang, Alan C. K. Cheung, Wilfred W. F. Lau, Yang Su

    • Journal: Asia Pacific Journal of Education

    • Year: 2025-03-15

Ushering in industrial forces for teaching-focused university-industry collaboration in China: a resource-dependence perspective
    • Authors: Tengteng Zhuang, Haitao Zhou, Qintao Sun

    • Journal: Studies in Higher Education

    • Year: 2024-12

Engagement, determinants and challenges: a multinational systematic review of education-focused university-industry collaborations
    • Authors: Tengteng Zhuang, Jieping Shi

    • Journal: Educational Review

    • Year: 2024-07-28

zahrasadat momeni | Game theory | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. zahrasadat momeni | Game theory | Best Researcher Award

Concordia University, Canada

👨‍🎓Professional Profile

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📝 Summary

Mrs. Zahrasadat Momeni is a Ph.D. candidate at Concordia University, Canada, specializing in Structural Control Engineering. With advanced expertise in bridge dynamics, seismic analysis, and control systems, she designs systems that enhance bridge resilience to seismic activity. Zahrasadat’s approach combines cutting-edge software tools and AI/ML techniques to improve structural safety and performance.

🎓 Education

Zahrasadat holds a Ph.D. in Structural Control Engineering from Concordia University (2018–Present). She also completed a Post Graduate Degree in AI & Machine Learning at Purdue University (2021–2022). Prior to this, she earned her Master’s (2014–2016) and Bachelor’s (2008–2013) degrees in Civil Engineering from Sharif University of Technology and K.N.T University of Technology, respectively.

đź’Ľ Professional Experience

At Concordia University, Zahrasadat works as a Research and Analysis Specialist in Bridge Dynamics and Seismic Design. She develops advanced models to assess bridge behavior under seismic conditions and designs control systems to reduce vibrations and increase resilience. Previously, at Sharif University, she worked as a Research Assistant, where she led the seismic analysis and finite element modeling of long-span bridges.

📚 Academic Citations

Her research on bridge control systems and seismic resilience has been cited in numerous civil engineering publications. Zahrasadat continues to contribute to the academic community with ongoing work on seismic design and structural control systems.

đź’» Technical Skills

Zahrasadat is proficient in structural analysis software such as SAP2000, ETABS, ABAQUS, CSiBridge, and MATLAB/Simulink. She is also skilled in Python programming and familiar with machine learning and data science tools like Jupyter Notebook and Visual Studio Code.

👩‍🏫 Teaching Experience

As a research assistant and teaching collaborator at Concordia University, Zahrasadat has provided hands-on guidance in seismic design and bridge dynamics. She has also mentored students in the use of finite element analysis and structural control systems.

🔬 Research Interests

Zahrasadat’s research interests focus on enhancing the seismic resilience of bridge structures through innovative control systems and AI/ML integration. She aims to improve bridge performance under dynamic loads and reduce the risk of collapse during seismic events.

 

đź“–Top Noted Publications

Intelligent control methodology for smart highway bridge structures using optimal replicator dynamic controller

Authors: Z. Momeni, A. Bagchi
Journal: Civil Engineering Journal
Year: 2023

Multi-objective control optimization of isolated bridge using replicator controller and NSGA-II

Authors: Z. Momeni, A. Bagchi
Journal: Heliyon
Year: 2023

Optimal replicator dynamic controller for semi-active control of long span cable stayed bridge with considering special variability of seismic excitations

Authors: Z. Momeni, A. Bagchi
Journal: Structures
Year: 2023

Kirsten Tolstrup | medicine | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Kirsten Tolstrup | Medicine | Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at UCSF School of Medicine, United States

👨‍🎓Professional Profile

👩‍⚕️ Summary

Dr. Kirsten Tolstrup is a distinguished cardiologist with extensive experience in cardiovascular disease, adult comprehensive echocardiography, and women’s heart health. With certifications in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, and Echocardiography, she has held leadership roles at prominent institutions such as UCSF, Cedars-Sinai, and UNM. She is currently the Associate Chief of Cardiology at UCSF and serves as the Interim Medical Director of the HVC in the Division of Cardiology.

🎓 Education

Dr. Tolstrup completed her MD at the University of Copenhagen, Denmark, in 1993. She holds a BS from the University of Copenhagen, obtained in 1988. She pursued her Internal Medicine Residency at USC-LAC Medical Center in Los Angeles (1995-1998) and completed a Cardiovascular Medicine Fellowship at the UNM Health Sciences Center in Albuquerque (1998-2001).

đź’Ľ Professional Experience

Throughout her career, Dr. Tolstrup has held key roles, including Associate Chief of Cardiology at UCSF (2020-present), Medical Director of the Heart Station and Echo Laboratory at UNM (2012-2016), and Director of the Cardiac Non-invasive Stress Laboratory at Cedars-Sinai (2009-2012). She has also served as an Associate Clinical Professor at UCLA and Professor of Medicine at UCSF.

📚 Academic Citations

Dr. Tolstrup has made significant academic contributions, authoring chapters in notable medical texts such as Current Diagnosis and Treatment in Cardiology and The Ultimate Echo Guide. She has contributed to clinical guidelines on the use of echocardiography for cardiac embolism and heart disease in pregnancy.

🛠️ Technical Skills

She is highly skilled in adult comprehensive echocardiography and non-invasive cardiovascular imaging, with expertise in cardiac diagnostics and advanced echocardiographic techniques. Her technical proficiency also extends to cardiovascular risk assessment and imaging.

👩‍🏫 Teaching Experience

Dr. Tolstrup has shared her knowledge through teaching roles, including as a Teaching Associate at UCLA and Professor of Medicine at UCSF. She also served as an Instructor/Master at Dynamic Taekwondo Academy and remains actively involved in mentoring and instructing future cardiologists.

🔬 Research Interests

Her research interests focus on cardiovascular imaging, particularly in the areas of women’s heart health, aortic diseases, and heart failure. Dr. Tolstrup is dedicated to advancing the clinical applications of echocardiography and understanding cardiovascular risks across diverse populations.

đź“–Top Noted Publications

Very low prevalence and incidence of atrial fibrillation among Bolivian forager-farmers

Authors: Rowan, C.J., Eskander, M.A., Seabright, E., Kaplan, H.S., Gurven, M.D.
Journal: Annals of Global Health
Year: 2021

Update on Bicuspid Aortic Valve Syndrome: Patient Selection and Therapies in 2020

Authors: Anderson, D., Grober, A., Mahadevan, V., Tolstrup, K.
Journal: Current Treatment Options in Cardiovascular Medicine
Year: 2020

The clinical application of the ratio of transmitral early filling velocity to early diastolic strain rate: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Authors: Lassen, M.C.H., Olsen, F.J., Skaarup, K.G., Gislason, G., Biering-Sørensen, T.
Journal: Journal of Echocardiography
Year: 2020

 A Case-Based Discussion on the Management of Cryptogenic Stroke and Patent Foramen Ovale in the Patient With a Hypercoagulable Disorder

Authors: Gerstein, N.S., Clegg, S.D., Levin, D.B., Yoshida, Y., Homma, S.
Journal: Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia
Year: 2019

Ratio of transmitral early filling velocity to early diastolic strain rate predicts long-term risk of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality in the general population

Authors: Lassen, M.C.Hø., Biering-Sørensen, S.R., Olsen, F.J., Jensen, J.S., Biering-Sørensen, T.
Journal: European Heart Journal
Year: 2019

Guidelines for the Use of Echocardiography in the Evaluation of a Cardiac Source of Embolism

Authors: Saric, M., Armour, A.C., Arnaout, M.S., Michelena, H.I., Tolstrup, K.
Journal: Journal of the American Society of Echocardiography
Year: 2016