Ning Chen | Engineering | Best Researcher Award | 13558

Posted on 28/07/202528/07/2025 by Research Awards

Mr. Ning Chen | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Ning Chen, Shandong University of Science and Technology, China

Mr. Ning Chen, Lecturer at Shandong University of Science and Technology, China, is an emerging researcher in high-precision mechatronic systems. With a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering and prior industry experience, he has developed innovative piezoelectric galvanometers, stiffness-adjustable servo systems, and micro-nano motion platforms. His work is shaping the future of laser positioning, scanning, and ultra-precision control technologies. Backed by prestigious national and provincial research grants, Mr. Chen exemplifies academic excellence and practical innovation in mechanical and precision engineering.

Author Profile

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Education

Dr. Weijian Wang embarked on his academic journey with a solid foundation in chemical sciences. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering and Technology from the China University of Petroleum (East China)—an institution known for producing talent in energy and chemical sectors. His academic excellence and growing passion for applied chemical research led him to pursue a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering at the China University of Mining and Technology, where he deepened his understanding of reaction engineering, process modeling, and advanced materials.

Eager to contribute to cutting-edge innovation in the energy sector, Dr. Wang pursued his Ph.D. in Chemical Technology at the Research Institute of Petroleum Processing (RIPP), Sinopec, one of China’s leading industrial research institutions. His doctoral training provided him with hands-on experience in industrial-scale research, advanced materials development, and interdisciplinary collaboration. To further strengthen his academic and research profile, Dr. Wang completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Zhejiang University, where he explored emerging materials and device applications, preparing him for a career at the intersection of academia and applied science.

Experience

In 2022, Dr. Wang joined Beibu Gulf University as an Associate Professor, where he has since led a promising research group focusing on halide perovskite materials. As a faculty member, he has embraced both teaching and research, mentoring students while pursuing innovative solutions to modern energy and optoelectronic challenges.

One of his key professional milestones includes leading the Guangxi Science and Technology Major Program (GuikeAA23062016). This ambitious research initiative demonstrates his leadership and technical capability in managing multi-disciplinary projects aligned with regional and national scientific goals. With no industry consultancies yet, Dr. Wang remains fully invested in academic research, pushing boundaries in materials science through both simulations and experimental designs.

Research Focus

Dr. Weijian Wang’s research is centered on the green synthesis and application of halide perovskite materials, a rapidly evolving class of compounds celebrated for their extraordinary optoelectronic properties. These materials are particularly promising in fields such as solar energy conversion, light-emitting diodes (LEDs), and medical bioimaging. At the heart of Dr. Wang’s innovation is the drive for sustainability. He has developed eco-friendly synthesis techniques that minimize environmental harm while maintaining material performance, advancing the goal of sustainable science. 🌱

In the field of perovskite solar cells, Dr. Wang employs simulation-assisted design methodologies to enhance energy conversion efficiency. His designs have led to devices with superior performance characteristics, addressing one of the key challenges in renewable energy technology. 🌞 Beyond energy, his research also extends to optoelectronic devices, including perovskite-based LEDs and imaging systems with applications in healthcare diagnostics and bioimaging. 💡

Dr. Wang’s robust scientific output includes 11 peer-reviewed publications in internationally recognized SCI-indexed journals, with eight authored as first or corresponding author. Additionally, he has secured 15 authorized invention patents as the primary inventor, underscoring his capacity to translate theoretical research into tangible technological innovations.

Award and Recognition

Despite being in the early stages of his academic journey, Dr. Wang has already built a strong research profile distinguished by originality, technical rigor, and innovation. His contributions have earned him 11 published articles in high-impact SCI-indexed journals, demonstrating both quality and consistency in scientific communication. 📚

Dr. Wang also holds 15 authorized invention patents, a notable achievement that reflects his focus on applied research and technology transfer. 🧾 These patents not only reinforce his expertise in halide perovskite materials but also highlight his dedication to practical solutions for global energy and environmental challenges.

Further elevating his academic standing, Dr. Wang currently leads a major government-funded research program, indicating trust in his leadership and vision at the national level. 💼 His H-index of 5 signifies an increasing impact within the scholarly community, with a trajectory that suggests sustained and growing influence in the years to come.

Although he does not yet hold editorial roles or memberships in professional societies, his impressive publication and patent record mark him as a promising figure in materials science. His career is on a path toward broader recognition, leadership roles, and continued contributions to the scientific community.

Publications

📖 A Semi-analytical Method for Vibro-Acoustic Properties of Functionally Graded Porous Piezoelectric Annular Plates with Cavity – Journal of Vibration Engineering and Technologies (2025).

📖 Enhancing the motion performance of 3-DOF micro/nano-manipulators facing thermo-piezoelectric-mechanical coupling effects – Sensors and Actuators A Physical (2025)

📖 Robust control of uncertain asymmetric hysteretic nonlinear systems with adaptive neural network disturbance observer – Applied Soft Computing (2024)

📖 Low thermal budget lead zirconate titanate thick films integrated on Si for piezo-MEMS applications – Microelectronic Engineering (2020)

Yunxia Chen | Data Science | Best Researcher Award | 13362

Posted on 22/04/202522/04/2025 by Research Awards

Prof. Yunxia Chen | Data Science | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Yunxia Chen, School of Reliability and Systems Engineering, Beihang University, China

Prof. Yunxia Chen is a distinguished researcher and professor at the School of Reliability and Systems Engineering, Beihang University, China. Her pioneering work in system reliability has led to significant advancements in failure mechanism modeling, life prediction, and high-reliability design. With over 57 SCI publications, 43 patents, and leadership in multiple national projects, she has shaped both academic and industrial practices. Prof. Chen’s collaborations with top international researchers and her leadership roles in global conferences reflect her influence in the field. Her contributions have earned her two prestigious National Defense Science and Technology Progress Awards.

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🌱 Early Academic Pursuits

Prof. Yunxia Chen’s academic journey began with a deep-rooted interest in systems engineering and mechanical reliability—fields that demand both precision and vision. Her early education laid a strong foundation in engineering principles, which she further solidified through her pursuit of a doctoral degree. Earning her Ph.D. equipped her with advanced knowledge and skills to tackle the complexities of system reliability. These formative years were marked by curiosity, discipline, and a relentless pursuit of knowledge—traits that would define her future contributions to engineering science.

🏛️ Professional Endeavors

Prof. Chen currently serves as a Professor and Research Dean at the School of Reliability and Systems Engineering, Beihang University, one of China’s premier research institutions. Over the years, she has built a robust portfolio of leadership roles in research and academia. Her professional scope extends beyond traditional academic duties to include shaping national and international engineering standards, managing high-impact research projects, mentoring emerging scholars, and fostering interdisciplinary collaborations.

Her commitment to innovation and academic excellence is evidenced by her role in the development of two national industry standards, showcasing her impact on policy as well as practice. Moreover, her ability to balance administrative, teaching, and research responsibilities highlights her dynamic and multifaceted academic persona.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus

Prof. Chen has made groundbreaking contributions in the domain of complex system reliability, particularly in understanding failure mechanism evolution, failure behavior propagation, and data-physics-driven prognostics. Her research interests span:

Reliability modeling and simulation of complex systems
High-reliability and long-lifetime design techniques
Experimental methodologies for small-sample evaluation
Fault-physics based verification systems
Advanced prognostics and health management systems (PHM)

Notably, she has authored over 57 SCI-indexed journal papers, published a monograph, and holds 43 authorized invention patents. Her research has had over 1200 citations, including 31 publications in top-tier journals and one highly cited paper, demonstrating her work’s relevance and influence.

Prof. Chen’s research portfolio includes 12 major projects, 35 consultancy assignments, and numerous editorial responsibilities. Her active involvement as an Area Editor, Program Committee Member, and Organizing Chair for prestigious international conferences further underscores her commitment to the global scientific community.

🏆 Accolades and Recognition

Prof. Chen’s scholarly achievements have been recognized with two First Prizes in the National Defense Science and Technology Progress Awards—one of the highest honors in China’s scientific community. These awards celebrate her pioneering work in system reliability research and her impactful role in advancing national defense technologies.

In addition, she holds several editorial and leadership positions in major technical journals and societies, including:

Executive Committee Member, Reliability Engineering Branch (CSME)
Vice Chairman, Reliability Branch of the China Electronics Society

Her leadership and expertise are widely acknowledged within both academic and industrial circles, further validating her status as a thought leader in her field.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Prof. Chen’s influence extends beyond borders. She has engaged in high-impact collaborations with renowned scholars such as Professor Frank Lam, Professor Terje Haukaas, and Professor Gadala Mohamed S. at the University of British Columbia, Canada. These collaborations explore reliability system modeling based on fault physics, facilitating knowledge exchange and co-development of innovative solutions.

Her work has shaped engineering practices, industry standards, and higher education curricula, setting benchmarks for excellence in system reliability engineering. As a mentor, she has inspired and guided numerous young researchers who are now making their own contributions to the field.

🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions

As she continues to lead cutting-edge research and influence future generations, Prof. Chen’s legacy lies in her integrative approach to engineering challenges—combining theory, practice, data, and innovation. She envisions a future where smart, self-healing systems proactively adapt to environmental and operational stresses, thus minimizing failure and maximizing safety and efficiency.

In the coming years, her focus will include:

Enhancing AI-integrated reliability prediction systems
Developing intelligent, adaptive maintenance strategies
Expanding international research networks for collaborative problem-solving

Publication Top Notes

Causal graph-based spatial–temporal attention network for RUL prediction of complex systems

Author: S., Zheng, Shuwen, J., Liu, Jie, Y., Chen, Yunxia, Y., FAN, Yu, D., Xu, Dan

Journal: Computers and Industrial Engineering,

Year: 2025

Meta-learning collaborative optimization for lifetime prediction of lithium-ion batteries considering label noise

Author: G., Wang, Guisong, C., Wang, Cong, Y., Chen, Yunxia, J., Liu, Jie

Journal: Energy Storage,