Jinsheng Wang – Civil Engineering – Best Researcher Award

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Professor Jinsheng Wang - Civil Engineering - Best Researcher Award

Beijing Normal University - China

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🌊 SUMMARY

Professor Jinsheng Wang stands as a pioneering figure in hydrogeology, environmental science, and groundwater pollution control in China. He serves as Professor, Doctoral Supervisor, and Assistant Dean at the College of Water Sciences, Beijing Normal University. As the Head of two national research centers and an expert member of the Ministry of Environmental Protection, his career is marked by multidisciplinary excellence. His leadership in research, consultancy, and higher education has contributed significantly to shaping China’s groundwater management policies. With over two decades of dedicated scholarship and more than 30 landmark publications, Professor Wang's impact extends across academia, government policy, and environmental engineering practices.

🎓 EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Professor Wang began his academic journey with a Master’s degree in Hydrogeology at Jilin University (1989–1991), later completing his Doctorate in the same field at the same university (1995–1998). His foundational years were shaped by a deep interest in groundwater dynamics, which evolved into a lifelong research commitment. The rigorous training at Jilin equipped him with advanced field knowledge in hydrogeological systems, groundwater modeling, and environmental assessments. His scholarly formation during this period laid the groundwork for his later expertise in numerical simulations, aquifer dynamics, and pollution remediation. He emerged from this phase with a strong academic identity, blending geoscience with environmental applications.

🏢 PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Currently, Professor Wang holds multiple leadership roles at Beijing Normal University, including Assistant Dean of the College of Water Sciences and Head of two key research centers: the Engineering Research Center of Groundwater Pollution Control and Remediation (Ministry of Education) and the Groundwater Science and Engineering Research Center. He has served as Principal Investigator for national and international research projects sponsored by the Ministry of Science and Technology, Natural Science Foundation of China, and other governmental agencies. His consultancy contributions span emergency environmental response, water conservation planning, and transboundary water studies. He is also a part-time professor at Jilin University, nurturing the next generation of hydrogeologists.

🔬 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS

Professor Wang’s primary research focus revolves around groundwater renewability, pollution dynamics, and water resource modeling. His work integrates hydrochemical analysis, isotopic tracing, and numerical simulations to investigate groundwater systems in critical areas like the Beijing Plain and Yellow River Basin. He has contributed to the development of evaluation indicators for groundwater renewability, environmental impact modeling, and groundwater vulnerability assessment. His research supports sustainable water policy, enhances disaster management systems, and informs national groundwater legislation. Notably, his findings on aquifer recharge, pollutant migration, and water-rock interactions have advanced both academic literature and practical groundwater management strategies in China.

🏅 ACCOLADES AND RECOGNITION

Recognized nationally and internationally, Professor Wang has been entrusted with prestigious positions and major projects, reflecting his deep trust in scientific integrity and environmental stewardship. He was selected as a core member of the first Expert Group on Emergency Management under China’s Ministry of Environmental Protection. His scholarly outputs have been published in top-tier journals and government white papers, establishing him as a thought leader. His academic books, such as those co-authored on the Wenchuan Earthquake and groundwater in the Yellow River Basin, have become reference texts. His engineering insights are not only valued in academia but have become tools for policymakers and field engineers alike.

🌍 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

The influence of Professor Wang extends beyond academic citations into real-world environmental and water policy reforms. His research has directly shaped groundwater protection action plans across China and improved early warning systems for environmental emergencies. He has enhanced technical understanding among stakeholders at the local and national levels, facilitating sustainable water use frameworks. Internationally, his collaborations have led to joint conferences, workshops, and peer-reviewed publications that bridge Chinese hydrogeology with global environmental concerns. Through mentorship, he has cultivated young scholars who now carry forward his mission in groundwater sustainability and environmental resilience.

🧬 LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

Looking ahead, Professor Wang is set to lead new frontiers in climate-resilient water management, groundwater recharge modeling, and integrated environmental systems. His vision includes refining vulnerability assessments using AI, promoting international knowledge exchange, and enhancing community-based water governance. His legacy is rooted in a deep understanding of natural systems and a commitment to advancing science for societal benefit. As an academic architect of China’s groundwater policies and a global contributor to environmental geosciences, Professor Wang’s future endeavors promise to leave a profound mark on the planet’s water future.

PUBLICATION

A level set method for structural topology optimization
Authors: MY Wang, X Wang, D Guo
Journal: Computer Methods in Applied Mechanics and Engineering

Molecular determinants of the response of glioblastomas to EGFR kinase inhibitors
Authors: IK Mellinghoff, MY Wang, I Vivanco, DA Haas-Kogan, S Zhu, EQ Dia, ...
Journal: New England Journal of Medicine

Contamination features and health risk of soil heavy metals in China
Authors: H Chen, Y Teng, S Lu, Y Wang, J Wang
Journal: Science of the Total Environment

State of the climate in 2015
Authors: J Blunden, DS Arndt
Journal: Bulletin of the American Meteorological Society

Postoperative biomarkers predict acute kidney injury and poor outcomes after adult cardiac surgery
Authors: CR Parikh, SG Coca, H Thiessen-Philbrook, MG Shlipak, JL Koyner, ...
Journal: Journal of the American Society of Nephrology

High-resolution magnetostratigraphy of the Neogene Huaitoutala section in the eastern Qaidam Basin on the NE Tibetan Plateau, Qinghai Province, China and its implication on …
Authors: X Fang, W Zhang, Q Meng, J Gao, X Wang, J King, C Song, S Dai, Y Miao
Journal: Earth and Planetary Science Letters

A Multicentre Study of Shigella Diarrhoea in Six Asian Countries: Disease Burden, Clinical Manifestations, and Microbiology
Authors: L Von Seidlein, DR Kim, M Ali, H Lee, XY Wang, VD Thiem, DG Canh, ...
Journal: PLoS Medicine

Parity-forbidden transitions and their impact on the optical absorption properties of lead-free metal halide perovskites and double perovskites
Authors: W Meng, X Wang, Z Xiao, J Wang, DB Mitzi, Y Yan
Journal: The Journal of Physical Chemistry Letters

“Color” level sets: a multi-phase method for structural topology optimization with multiple materials
Authors: MY Wang, X Wang
Journal: Computer Methods in Applied Mechanics and Engineering

An inactivated enterovirus 71 vaccine in healthy children
Authors: R Li, L Liu, Z Mo, X Wang, J Xia, Z Liang, Y Zhang, Y Li, Q Mao, J Wang, ...
Journal: New England Journal of Medicine

Fang Yang – Transportation Engineering – Best Researcher Award

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Fang Yang - Transportation Engineering - Best Researcher Award

Kunming University of Science and Technology - China

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EXPERT IN ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING SAFETY

Fang Yang is a leading researcher in the field of electric vehicle technology, with a focus on enhancing the safety and efficiency of electric bike charging systems. His work explores innovative methods for detecting charging anomalies and promoting safe charging practices through advanced data analysis and machine learning techniques.

PROLIFIC AUTHOR IN ENGINEERING AND TRANSPORTATION

Fang has contributed significantly to academic literature with several high-impact publications. Notably, his paper on electric bike charging anomaly detection was published in Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence, highlighting his expertise in big data applications for transportation systems.

MAJOR PROJECT CONTRIBUTOR

Fang has played a pivotal role in various major projects, including evaluating traffic impacts and organizing traffic during the construction of Guiyang Rail Transit Line S2. His contributions extend to optimizing safety operations for new energy vehicle charging piles and researching big data public services for Kunming mobile signaling.

ADVANCING MACHINE LEARNING IN TRANSPORTATION

His research also includes leveraging machine learning to enhance the safety of electric bicycle charging systems. His work in this area has been featured in iScience, reflecting his commitment to applying cutting-edge technology to real-world transportation challenges.

RESEARCH IN URBAN RAIL TRANSIT DEMANDS

Fang's research extends to the predictability of passenger demands in urban rail transit. His study, published in Transportation, delves into short-term predictions for passenger origins and destinations, showcasing his expertise in optimizing urban transit systems.

FOCUS ON DATA-DRIVEN FORECASTING

His paper on battery swapping demands for electric bicycles, published in the Journal of Transportation Systems Engineering and Information Technology, underscores his proficiency in data-driven forecasting and its applications in improving transportation infrastructure.

DIVERSE RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

With extensive experience across multiple research projects, Fang Yang's work spans from safety analysis of new energy vehicle infrastructure to public service optimization using big data. His diverse expertise reflects a broad commitment to advancing transportation systems through innovative research.

NOTABLE PUBLICATION

Predictability of Short-Term Passengers’ Origin and Destination Demands in Urban Rail Transit.
Authors: F. Yang, C. Shuai, Q. Qian, M. He, J. Lee
Year: 2023
Journal: Transportation, 50(6), pp. 2375–2401

Online Car-Hailing Origin-Destination Forecast Based on a Temporal Graph Convolutional Network.
Authors: C. Shuai, X. Zhang, Y. Wang, F. Yang, G. Xu
Year: 2023
Journal: IEEE Intelligent Transportation Systems Magazine, 15(4), pp. 121–136

Intelligent Diagnosis of Abnormal Charging for Electric Bicycles Based on Improved Dynamic Time Warping.
Authors: C. Shuai, Y. Sun, X. Zhang, X. Ouyang, Z. Chen
Year: 2023
Journal: IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics, 70(7), pp. 7280–7289

Promoting Charging Safety of Electric Bicycles via Machine Learning.
Authors: C. Shuai, F. Yang, W. Wang, Z. Chen, X. Ouyang
Year: 2023
Journal: iScience, 26(1), 105786

Battery Swapping Demands Forecast for Electric Bicycles Based on Data-Driven.
Authors: C.-Y. Shuai, F. Yang, X. Ouyang, G. Xu
Year: 2021
Journal: Jiaotong Yunshu Xitong Gongcheng Yu Xinxi/Journal of Transportation Systems Engineering and Information Technology, 21(2), pp. 173–179

Mohamed Almansour – Transportation Engineering – Best Researcher Award

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Mohamed Almansour - Transportation Engineering - Best Researcher Award

University of Missouri-Columbia - United States

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EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Mohamed Almansour began his academic journey at Alexandria University, where he earned his Bachelor's degree in Computer and Systems Engineering with a thesis focused on predicting sub-populations using Single-Nucleotide Polymorphisms (SNPs). He continued his education at the University of Missouri, obtaining a Master's degree in Computer Science with a specialization in AI and Machine Learning.

PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Mohamed's professional experience spans various domains, including academia and industry. He served as an Instructor at Alexandria University, where he taught courses in programming, data structures, statistics for computing, and digital logic design. Additionally, he worked as a Graduate Fellow at the University of Missouri, conducting research in computer vision, deep learning, and medical imaging. He also gained industry experience as a Software Engineer at Bloomberg LP and Siemens Healthcare.

CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS

Mohamed's research primarily focuses on computer vision, deep learning, and medical image analysis. He has contributed to several publications and conferences, addressing topics such as high-resolution MRI brain inpainting, transportation mode choice models, and neonatal HIE segmentation. His work demonstrates a commitment to advancing knowledge and solving real-world problems in these fields.

IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

Through his research and professional endeavors, Mohamed has made a significant impact on the academic and industrial communities. His contributions to the BONBID-HIE Lesion Segmentation Challenge, where he ranked first, highlight his expertise and influence in the field of medical imaging analysis.

ACADEMIC CITES

Mohamed's publications have been well-received in the academic community, with citations in prominent conferences and journals. His research output underscores the relevance and significance of his work in areas such as biomedical informatics and transportation engineering.

LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

As Mohamed continues his academic and professional journey, his legacy in computer science and engineering is poised to grow. His future contributions are expected to further advance the fields of computer vision, deep learning, and medical imaging analysis, addressing critical challenges and driving innovation in these domains.

NOTABLE PUBLICATION

Sensitivity evaluation of machine learning-based calibrated transportation mode choice models: A case study of Alexandria City, Egypt  2024