Shengquan Zhou | Solid Waste Management | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Shengquan Zhou | Solid Waste Management | Best Researcher Award

Research Assistant at Tianjin University, China

Dr. Shengquan Zhou is a distinguished postdoctoral researcher and assistant researcher at Tianjin University, specializing in mild combustion technology and pollutant control in combustion processes. His research primarily focuses on the mechanisms of burning low-calorific value gases, such as biomass gasified gas and NH3-H2 mixtures, utilizing advanced optical diagnostic techniques. Dr. Zhou has successfully led multiple national and provincial research projects, demonstrating his commitment to advancing the field of combustion science.

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Education

Dr. Zhou began his academic journey at Chongqing University, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from the Honsheng College and School of Civil Engineering in June 2016. He then pursued a Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering at Tianjin University, completing it in January 2019. His dedication to research culminated in a Ph.D. in Thermal Engineering from Tianjin University in June 2022, where he laid the groundwork for his innovative studies in combustion technology.

Experience

Since June 2022, Dr. Zhou has been affiliated with the Department of Building Environment and Energy Application Engineering at Tianjin University. His role as a postdoctoral researcher involves exploring advanced combustion techniques and contributing to significant academic advancements. Dr. Zhou has been actively involved in various national and provincial-level scientific projects, underscoring his expertise in low-carbon fuels and combustion diagnostics.

Research Interests

Dr. Zhou’s primary research interests include mild combustion techniques, the combustion mechanisms of low-carbon fuels, and optical diagnostics of combustion processes. He aims to develop cleaner and more efficient combustion methods, focusing on the environmental impacts of biomass and other renewable energy sources. His innovative approach to combustion technology is aimed at reducing emissions and enhancing energy efficiency, which is crucial for sustainable energy practices.

Awards

Dr. Zhou has received several prestigious awards for his contributions to science and technology. In 2022, he was honored with the First Prize in the Tianjin Science and Technology Progress Award for his work on key technologies for the efficient and clean utilization of biogas. Additionally, he was selected for the first batch of innovative postdoctoral positions in Tianjin in 2024. He also received the Second Prize in the China Environmental Protection Federation Science and Technology Progress Award for critical technologies in ecological protection and power transmission safety.

Publications

Dr. Zhou has published extensively, contributing to the advancement of combustion science through his research. He has authored and co-authored several impactful articles, including:

Zhou, S., Yan, B.*, Mansour, M., et al. (2024). “MILD combustion of low calorific value gases.” Progress in Energy and Combustion Science, 104, 101163. (Cited by 32)

Yan, B., Wu, Z., Zhou, S.*, et al. (2024). “A critical review on NH3/H2 combustion mechanisms.” Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 196, 114363. (Cited by 16)

Zhu, X., Li, S., Zhang, Y., et al. (2022). “Flue gas torrefaction of municipal solid waste.” Bioresource Technology, 351, 126967. (Cited by 10)

Zhou, S., Zhu, X., Yan, B., et al. (2022). “Role of a hot coflow on MILD combustion.” Fuel, 314, 123142. (Cited by 8)

Zhou, S., Su, H., Wu, Z., et al. (2022). “Numerical study on self-ignition temperature of biomass gasified gas.” Fuel Processing Technology, 236, 107417. (Cited by 6)

Zhou, S., Zhu, X., Wu, Z., et al. (2024). “Effect of composition of biomass steam-gasified gas.” Biomass and Bioenergy, 181, 107048. (Cited by 5)

Conclusion

Dr. Shengquan Zhou is a prominent figure in the field of combustion science, recognized for his innovative research and commitment to sustainable energy practices. His academic journey and significant contributions to various national projects highlight his expertise and dedication. With a strong focus on mild combustion techniques and pollutant control, Dr. Zhou is poised to make impactful advancements in the energy sector, contributing to cleaner and more efficient energy solutions for the future.

Iwona ewa Zawieja | Waste management | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Iwona ewa Zawieja | Waste management | Best Researcher Award

Associate professor at Czestochowa University of Technology, Poland

Iwona Zawieja is a distinguished professor at the Częstochowa University of Technology, Poland, specializing in environmental engineering. She earned her postdoctoral degree in 2016 with a thesis titled “Conventional and Hybrid Methods of Disintegration of Excess Sludge.” With over two decades of experience, she has made significant contributions to the fields of sewage treatment, sludge disposal, and biogas production. Her research focuses on innovative methods for sludge disintegration, biodegradation, and the removal of micropollutants from wastewater. She is an active member of the Faculty of Infrastructure and Environment, where she continues to advance sustainable environmental practices.

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Education 🎓

Iwona Zawieja completed her Master of Science in Engineering and Environmental Protection at the Częstochowa University of Technology in 2000. She earned her doctorate in 2006 and her postdoctoral degree in 2016, both from the same institution. Her academic journey has been marked by a deep commitment to advancing environmental engineering, particularly in the areas of sewage treatment and sludge management.

Experience 💼

Since October 2000, Iwona Zawieja has been a professor at the Częstochowa University of Technology. She has held various roles within the Faculty of Infrastructure and Environment, focusing on research and teaching in environmental engineering. Her expertise spans conventional and hybrid sludge disintegration methods, biogas production, and the removal of micropollutants from wastewater. She has also been involved in numerous research projects and collaborations, contributing to the advancement of sustainable environmental practices.

Awards and Honors 🏆

Iwona Zawieja has received recognition for her contributions to environmental engineering, including awards for her research on sludge disintegration and biogas production. Her work has been published in numerous high-impact journals, and she has been invited to speak at international conferences. Her dedication to advancing sustainable environmental practices has earned her a respected position in the academic community.

Research Focus 🔬

Iwona Zawieja’s research focuses on the treatment and disposal of sewage sludge, with an emphasis on disintegration and biodegradation processes. She explores the use of conventional and hybrid methods to enhance sludge treatment efficiency and biogas production. Her work also addresses the removal of micropollutants from wastewater and the potential of biomass as a source of energy and raw materials. Her research aims to develop sustainable solutions for environmental challenges.

Publication Top Notes 📚

  1. Influence of Ultrasonic Field Parameters on the Biochemical Activity of Leachates from the Composting Process
  2. Methane Fermentation of the Excess Sludge Sonicated and Oxidized with Fenton’s Reagent
  3. Biogas Production from Excess Sludge Oxidized with Peracetic Acid (PAA)
  4. Comparison of microbial activity of selected biopreparations and leachates for composting
  5. Effect of physical and chemical disintegration of excess sludge on the susceptibility to biodegradation
  6. The Use of Chemical Methods and Magnetic Field in Conditioning and Dewatering of Digested Sewage Sludge
  7. Biogas production in the methane fermentation of excess sludge oxidized with Fenton’s reagent
  8. Disintegrating Influence of Sonication on the Excess Sludge Liquification and their Microbiological Indicator
  9. Effect of thermal and alkaline disintegration of excess sludge on biodegradation
  10. Enhanced sludge degradation process using a microbial electrolysis cell
  11. The course of the methane fermentation process of dry ice modified excess sludge
  12. Biogas Generation from Sonicated Excess Sludge
  13. Effect of Dry Ice Modification of Excess Sludge on the Methane Fermentation Process
  14. Effect of hydrogen peroxide on nitrogen forms in sewage sludge subjected to the anaerobic stabilization
  15. Energy potential of the modified excess sludge
  16. Impact of the excess sludge modification with selected chemical reagents on the increase of dissolved organic substances concentration compounds transformations in activated sludge
  17. Characteristics of Excess Sludge Subjected to Disintegration
  18. Determination of Ketoprofen and Diclofenac Ultrasonic Removal from Aqueous Solutions
  19. Efektywność generowania lotnych kwasów tłuszczowych podczas mezofilowej i termofilowej fermentacji metanowej osadów nadmiernych
  20. Nowoczesne technologie doczyszczania ścieków i wód pitnych
  21. The Impact of Excess Sludge Disintegration on the Changes of Total Organic Carbon Value
  22. Wpływ dezintegracji osadów nadmiernych na zmiany wartości całkowitego węgla organicznego (OWO)
  23. Influence of Ultrasonic Pretreatment on Anaerobic Digestion of Excess Sludge from the Food Industry
  24. Konwencjonalne oraz hybrydowe metody dezintegracji osadów nadmiernych
  25. Susceptibility of conditioned excess sewage sludge to biodegradation and dewatering
  26. Ultrasonic Processors and Drainage of Sewage Sludge
  27. Effect of peracetic acid disintegration on the acceleration of hydrolysis process
  28. Generowanie biogazu z osadów ściekowych poddanych dezintegracji metodą hybrydową
  29. Hybrid conditioning before anaerobic digestion for the improvement of sewage sludge dewatering
  30. Ultrasonic aiding of selected pharmaceuticals removal from wastewater
  31. Wpływ stopnia dezintegracji osadów ściekowych poddanych alkalicznej modyfikacji na wartość jednostkowej produkcji biogazu
  32. Analiza parametrów reologicznych wstępnie kondycjonowanych osadów ściekowych poddanych fermentacji
  33. Effect of Chemical-thermal Modification of Excess Sludge on the Volatile Fatty Acids Generation During Methane Fermentation Process
  34. Effect of hybrid method of excess sludge disintegration on the increase of their biodegradability
  35. Od osadu do biogazu
  36. Potencjalne możliwości przeróbki osadów nadmiernych powstających w ciągu technologicznym komunalnej oczyszczalni ścieków
  37. Ultrasonic Disintegration of Sewage Sludge to Increase Biogas Generation
  38. Wpływ chemiczno-termicznej modyfikacji osadów nadmiernych na generowanie lotnych kwasów tłuszczowych w procesie fermentacji metanowej
  39. Effect of thermal disintegration of excess sludge on the effectiveness of hydrolysis process in anaerobic stabilization
  40. Effect of ultrasound field on dewatering of sewage sludge
  41. Effect of sonicator power on the biodegradability of sewage sludge
  42. Effect of the joule heat-based WG-12 active carbon modification process on the sorption of Cr(III)

Conclusion 🌟

Iwona Zawieja is a leading figure in environmental engineering, with a career dedicated to advancing sustainable practices in sewage treatment and sludge management. Her extensive research, numerous publications, and commitment to education have made significant contributions to the field. Her work continues to inspire and drive innovation in environmental engineering, paving the way for a more sustainable future.