Jing Li | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

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Prof Dr. Jing Li | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Shenyang University of Technology | China

Dr. Jing Li is a distinguished Professor and Ph.D. Supervisor at Shenyang University of Technology, specializing in electrical machines and apparatus, arc physics, gas-discharge theory, and simulation modeling. With a career dedicated to advancing the science behind electrical switching devices and circuit protection, her research integrates theoretical modeling, experimental validation, and engineering application—particularly in areas involving complex arc discharge dynamics, thermal behavior, and switching reliability of electrical apparatus under extreme operating conditions. Dr. Li has made substantial contributions to the understanding of arc interruption mechanisms, arc-fluid interaction phenomena, contact erosion processes, and high-altitude circuit breaker behavior, addressing pressing challenges relevant to next-generation power systems, high-voltage DC applications, and emerging smart-grid infrastructure. Her research excellence is demonstrated through her role as Principal Investigator for major funded programs, including one National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) project, one province-level major R&D initiative, and six general research projects supported by government science and education agencies. Additionally, she has participated in more than twenty national, provincial, and collaborative research grants, highlighting her strong research leadership and interdisciplinary engagement within China’s advanced electrical engineering research ecosystem. Dr. Li’s achievements have been recognized through numerous prestigious honors, including the Mechanical Science and Technology Progress Award (Second and Third Prizes) and the Liaoning Science and Technology Progress Award (Second Prize). Dr. Li has authored more than 40 peer-reviewed journal papers, with publications appearing in high-impact international and national journals such as the Chemical Engineering Journal, International Journal of Thermal Sciences, Physics of Fluids, Chinese Physics B, Plasma Science and Technology, Proceedings of the CSEE, and Transactions of the China Electrotechnical Society. Her most recent work includes advanced modeling of arc formation, droplet splashing behavior, fluid-chemical coupling during current interruption, and structural improvements in circuit breaker performance, reflecting deep insight into plasma-material interaction and multiphysics coupling. In addition to her research, Dr. Li serves as a reviewer for leading journals including Physics of Fluids, Proceedings of the CSEE, and Electrical Appliances & Energy Efficiency Management, demonstrating her recognition as a leading expert in the field. Through her scholarly work, project leadership, and contributions to scientific evaluation, Professor Jing Li continues to play a pivotal role in advancing the science and engineering of modern electrical protection systems and applied plasma physics.

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Featured Publications

Duan, W., Li, J., Yang, J., Huang, C., Fu, S., Li, Z., & Li, T. (2025). Experimental and numerical study of metal droplet splashing effects on direct current air arc interruption. Physics of Fluids. https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0288531

Duan, W., Li, J., Gao, W., Shi, B., Liu, S., & Cao, Y. (2025). Investigation on heat transfer and fluid flow of arc-flash phenomenon in DC molded case circuit breakers: Model optimization and structural improvement. International Journal of Thermal Sciences. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijthermalsci.2025.109919

Xing, C., Liu, S., Li, Y., Xu, J., & Li, J. (2025). Degradation stage division and identification of AC contactor’s contact system. IEEE Sensors Journal. https://doi.org/10.1109/JSEN.2025.3527471

Duan, W., Li, J., Bao, Y., Huang, H., Yang, J., Liu, S., & Cao, Y. (2025). Interaction between arc root stagnation-transition and contact erosion during direct current air circuit breaker interruption. Physics of Fluids. https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0239389

Li, J., Yin, Y., Peng, S., Liu, S., Fu, Y., & Yu, L. (2025). The improvement of self-excited small current breaking of SE-DCCB by magnetic field reconstruction based on the evolution mechanism of arc root transition. Physics of Plasmas. https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0230317

Peng, S., Li, J., Liu, S., & Cao, Y. (2024). Research on the liquid metal bridge formation process at contact separation moment of DC air circuit breaker. IEEE Transactions on Plasma Science. https://doi.org/10.1109/TPS.2024.3357755

Li, J., Peng, S., Yi, C., Huang, H., Cao, Y., Liu, S., & Zhou, Z. (2024). Optimization research on DC air circuit breaker at high altitudes based on arc root stagnation and arc reverse movement phenomena. Journal of Electrical Engineering & Technology. https://doi.org/10.1007/s42835-023-01633-6

 

Muhammad Tahir Aleem | Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Muhammad Tahir Aleem | Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award 

Shantou University Medical College | China

Dr. Muhammad Tahir Aleem is a highly accomplished early-career scientist in the field of Preventive Veterinary Medicine and Molecular Parasitology, with a multidisciplinary research background spanning veterinary sciences, immunology, molecular biology, vaccine development, and zoonotic diseases. He holds a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) and an M.Phil. in Parasitology from the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan, and earned his Ph.D. from Nanjing Agricultural University, China, where his doctoral research focused on the role of progesterone receptors in the reproduction of Trichinella spiralis, a key area in parasite biology. He completed two postdoctoral fellowships: one in Molecular Parasitology and Chromosome Biology at Cleveland State University, USA, and another in Basic Medicine at Shantou University Medical College, China. Dr. Aleem has authored over 15 peer-reviewed articles, including several in Q1 journals such as Vaccines, International Immunopharmacology, and Biomedical Research International, contributing to a cumulative impact factor exceeding 148.14. His studies delve into advanced vaccine design (mRNA, DNA), host-parasite interactions, immunomodulation, and molecular docking techniques, reflecting a strong command of both theoretical and applied biomedical sciences. He has served as corresponding author on multiple publications, highlighting his leadership in collaborative research. His work has garnered over 400 citations, with an estimated h-index of 8–10, showcasing his growing impact in the international scientific community. Dr. Aleem’s research has far-reaching implications for both veterinary and human health, especially in the control of parasitic diseases, emerging zoonoses, and infectious disease prevention. He actively collaborates across institutions and countries, demonstrating a global outlook and commitment to scientific innovation. His contributions to membrane-associated progesterone receptor studies have opened new avenues for reproductive parasitology, while his recent work on mRNA and DNA vaccine platforms marks him as a forward-looking investigator. He also contributes to public health and translational medicine by addressing environmental pathogens and drug development challenges. Given his high-impact publications, international collaborations, cross-disciplinary research profile, and growing citation footprint, Dr. Muhammad Tahir Aleem stands out as a promising and deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His work not only advances veterinary and biomedical sciences but also paves the way for translational solutions to global health challenges.

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Featured Publications

COVIDSurg Collaborative, & GlobalSurg Collaborative. (2021). Timing of surgery following SARS‐CoV‐2 infection: An international prospective cohort study. Anaesthesia, 76(6), 748–758.

Sohail, M. U., Ijaz, A., Yousaf, M. S., Ashraf, K., Zaneb, H., Aleem, M., & Rehman, H. (2010). Alleviation of cyclic heat stress in broilers by dietary supplementation of mannan-oligosaccharide and Lactobacillus-based probiotic: Dynamics of cortisol, thyroid hormones and growth performance. Poultry Science, 89(9), 1934–1938.

Suleria, H. A. R., Butt, M. S., Khalid, N., Sultan, S., Raza, A., Aleem, M., & Abbas, M. (2015). Garlic (Allium sativum): Diet based therapy of 21st century – A review. Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease, 5(4), 271–278.

Ijaz, A., Hussain, A., Aleem, M., Yousaf, M. S., & Rehman, H. (2009). Butylated hydroxytoluene inclusion in semen extender improves the post-thawed semen quality of Nili-Ravi buffalo (Bubalus bubalis). Theriogenology, 71(8), 1326–1329.

Sultan, S., Huma, N., Butt, M. S., Aleem, M., & Abbas, M. (2018). Therapeutic potential of dairy bioactive peptides: A contemporary perspective. Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, 58(1), 105–115.

Jamil, M., Aleem, M. T., Shaukat, A., Khan, A., Mohsin, M., Rehman, T. U., Abbas, R. Z., Saleemi, M. K., Khatoon, A., Babar, W., Yan, R., & Li, K. (2022). Medicinal plants as an alternative to control poultry parasitic diseases. Life, 12(3), 449.

Adeel, M., Ijaz, A., Aleem, M., Rehman, H., Yousaf, M. S., & Jabbar, M. A. (2009). Improvement of liquid and frozen-thawed semen quality of Nili-Ravi buffalo bulls (Bubalus bubalis) through supplementation of fat. Theriogenology, 71(8), 1220–1225.

COVIDSurg Collaborative, GlobalSurg Collaborative, Nepogodiev, D., et al. (2022). SARS‐CoV‐2 infection and venous thromboembolism after surgery: An international prospective cohort study. Anaesthesia, 77(1), 28–39.

Bajwa, H. U. R., Khan, M. K., Abbas, Z., Riaz, R., Rehman, T., Abbas, R. Z., Aleem, M. T., et al. (2022). Nanoparticles: Synthesis and their role as potential drug candidates for the treatment of parasitic diseases. Life, 12(5), 750.

Farooq, M., Durrani, F. R., Aleem, M., Chand, N., & Muqarrab, A. K. (2001). Egg traits and hatching performance of Desi, Fayumi and Rhode Island Red chicken. Pakistan Journal of Biological Sciences, 4(7), 909–911.