Meena Jha | Technology | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Meena Jha | Technology | Best Researcher Award

Professor Doctorate at Central Queensland University, India

Profile:

Current Positions 🌏

Head, Technology and Pedagogy Cluster, School of Engineering and Technology, College of ICT, CQUniversity, Australia. President, Women in Technology, CQUniversity, Australia, where she spearheads initiatives to empower women in STEM fields. Professor of Computer Science, contributing to research and education in cutting-edge technologies. Visiting Professor, Information Technology, Netaji Subhas University of Technology, Delhi, India. Her leadership roles exemplify her commitment to integrating technology and pedagogy to create meaningful change in education and research. 

Publication Achievements 📜

Dr. Jha’s publications span diverse topics, reflecting her multidisciplinary expertise. The integration of generative AI in ICT education, promoting ethical and effective practices. The development of an Intelligent Integrated Cyber-Physical Resilience Framework for disaster management. The role of AI in women’s health, exploring innovative applications of generative AI. Her work has been featured in renowned journals and conferences, cementing her reputation as a thought leader in her field.

Ongoing Research 🔬

  • An Intelligent Integrated Cyber-Physical Resilience Framework for Disaster Management 
    • Aimed at enhancing disaster resilience through AI and cyber-physical systems.
  • Evaluating Generative AI in ICT Higher Education 
    • Aligns university practices with TEQSA principles to foster ethical assessment methods.
    • Funded by the Australian Council of Deans of ICT with a grant of $15,845.77 AUD.
  • Generative AI for Women’s Health 
    • Focuses on applying AI to improve women’s health outcomes.

Research Interests 🌟

  • Artificial Intelligence and its applications in education, disaster management, and healthcare.
  • Cyber-Physical Systems, blending technology and physical processes for resilience.
  • Gender Equity in STEM, promoting opportunities for women in technology.
  • Generative AI Ethics, ensuring responsible integration of AI in academia and beyond.

Academic Background 🎓

  • Earned her degrees from reputed institutions, including the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Delhi.
  • Gained international experience at institutions like Macquarie University, Australia. Her robust academic foundation drives her impactful research and teaching methodologies.

Scholarships and Awards 🏆

  • Recipient of competitive grants for pioneering research projects.
  • Recognized for her efforts in empowering women through education and technology. Her achievements inspire upcoming generations of scholars and professionals.

Professional Associations and Leadership Roles 🤝

  • President, Women in Technology, CQUniversity, advocating for gender diversity in STEM.
  • Collaborations with organizations like Health Parliament to integrate AI in healthcare. Her leadership promotes inclusivity and collaboration in the technology sector.

Training and Workshops 📚

Dr. Jha regularly organizes and participates in workshops and training sessions on, Generative AI Ethics and its applications. Empowering Women in STEM Careers, offering practical insights for success. These initiatives aim to bridge gaps in knowledge and foster professional growth.

Oral Presentations and Public Engagement 🎤

  • The role of AI in disaster management and education.
  • Strategies for integrating ethics into AI practices. Her presentations are known for their clarity, innovation, and practical relevance.

Tasks Completed as a Researcher 🔎

  • Developed frameworks for AI-driven disaster management systems.
  • Published case studies on AI-supported assessments in higher education.
  • Advocated for gender equity in technology through evidence-based research. These contributions reflect her dedication to solving real-world problems.

Success Factors and Leadership Traits 🌟

  • Interdisciplinary Expertise, enabling her to tackle complex challenges.
  • Commitment to Equity, ensuring opportunities for underrepresented groups.
  • Innovative Thinking, pushing the boundaries of technology and pedagogy. Her leadership and vision inspire her colleagues and students alike.

Laboratory Experience 🔬

Dr. Jha’s laboratory experience complements her theoretical insights, Conducted experiments on cyber-physical systems for disaster resilience. Explored the ethical dimensions of AI in academic assessments.

📖Publications:

Paper Title: A Comparison of Four Software Architecture Reconstruction Toolkits

  • Authors: M Jha, P Maheshwari, TKA Phan
  • Journal: University of New South Wales, School of Computer Science and Engineering
  • Year: 2024

Paper Title: The Hidden Dangers: How Synthetic Organic Compounds Impact Health and the Environment

  • Authors: A Jha, M Jha
  • Journal: International Journal of Nursing Information 3 (2), 9-21
  • Year: 2024

Paper Title: Internationalisation in First-Year Computing: A Study of Australian Universities

  • Authors: A Krautloher, M Jha, K Hammond
  • Journal: ASCILITE Publications, 28-29
  • Year: 2024

Paper Title: AI-Teacher Teaching Task Spectrum in Action

  • Authors: J Koh, M Cowling, M Jha, KN Sim
  • Journal: ASCILITE Publications, 277-286
  • Year: 2024

Paper Title: Global Health-Wellness & Bio-Waste Management To Attain Sustainable Development Goals

  • Authors: M Jha, SK Das, A Jha
  • Journal: Library Progress International 44 (3), 17611-17620
  • Year: 2024

 

Fan Yang | Composite Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Fan Yang | Composite Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Professor at China University of Petroleum, Beijing, China

Profile:

🏢Current Position

Dr. Fan Yang is a distinguished professor and doctoral supervisor at the State Key Laboratory of Heavy Oil Processing, within the College of Chemical Engineering and Environment at the China University of Petroleum, Beijing. With a focus on advancing new chemical materials and their applications in green chemical industries, energy, and environmental sectors, Dr. Yang plays a pivotal role in fostering innovation and academic excellence in these critical areas.

🔬 Ongoing Research

Green chemical processes for sustainable development. Development of advanced materials that enhance efficiency and reduce environmental impact. Innovations in energy storage systems and clean energy technologies. His research bridges the gap between theoretical chemistry and industrial applications, aligning closely with global goals of sustainability and carbon neutrality.

🧪 Research Interests

Development of eco-friendly chemical processes to mitigate environmental impacts. Exploration of innovative materials for energy and environmental applications. Application of catalysis and nanotechnology in chemical processes. These interests showcase his commitment to solving contemporary environmental challenges through cutting-edge science.

🎓 Academic Background

Dr. Yang holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, reflecting his robust academic foundation in this discipline. His academic journey is marked by a commitment to learning, teaching, and exploring transformative solutions in chemical engineering and environmental science.

🏆 Scholarships and Awards

China Patent Excellence Award (2021) by the State Intellectual Property Office (third finisher). Second Prize for Technical Invention (2017) from the China Petroleum and Chemical Industry Federation (third finisher). These honors highlight his pioneering contributions to research and innovation.

🧬 Bioinformatics

While primarily focused on green chemistry, Dr. Yang’s interdisciplinary approach occasionally integrates bioinformatics tools to study material properties and their interactions, further enriching his research endeavors.

🤝 Professional Associations

Dr. Yang is an active member of various professional societies, fostering collaborations and staying abreast of the latest trends in chemical engineering and environmental science. His memberships support knowledge exchange and strengthen the global research network.

🏫 Training & Workshops

To ensure continuous professional development, Dr. Yang regularly participates in international workshops and training sessions. These engagements not only refine his expertise but also enable him to mentor students and peers effectively.

🗣️ Oral Presentations

Dr. Yang has delivered numerous keynote speeches and presentations at prominent conferences, sharing his groundbreaking research with a global audience. His ability to articulate complex ideas has earned him recognition as a thought leader.

Tasks Completed as a Researcher

Successful commercialization of patents, demonstrating the practical impact of his research. Mentoring and supervising doctoral students who have gone on to achieve excellence in their respective fields. Leading projects that have significantly advanced green chemical processes.

🚀 Success Factors

Strong academic foundation and relentless pursuit of innovation. Ability to bridge the gap between theory and practice, ensuring real-world applicability of his research. Commitment to fostering collaborations within the scientific community.

🏭 Laboratory Experience

Dr. Yang’s expertise extends to the laboratory, where he employs state-of-the-art techniques to advance his research. His hands-on experience in designing and executing experiments ensures the reliability and applicability of his findings.

📖Publications:

Paper Title: Efficient generation of singlet oxygen (1O2) by CoP/Ni2P@NF for degradation of sulfamerazine through a heterogeneous electro-Fenton process at circumneutral pH

  • Authors: Yu, C., Liu, H., Wang, C., Yang, F., Li, Y.
  • Journal: Journal of Colloid and Interface Science
  • Year: 2025

Paper Title: Interfacial engineering of CoP-MoO2/NF heterojunction for high-efficient hydrogen evolution reaction coupled with 5-hydroxymethylfuran electrooxidation

  • Authors: Qian, J., Yang, F., Liu, H., Li, X., Li, Y.
  • Journal: Separation and Purification Technology
  • Year: 2024

Paper Title: Construction of Hierarchical Porous Carbon Support Pd Nanoparticle for Efficient Pyridine Hydrogenation Catalysis

  • Authors: Wang, J., Sun, Y., Liu, H., Yang, F., Li, Y.
  • Journal: Industrial and Engineering Chemistry Research
  • Year: 2024

Paper Title: The effect of the carbon components on the performance of carbon-based transition metal electrocatalysts for the hydrogen evolution reaction

  • Authors: Li, G.-H., Wang, J., Ren, J.-T., Yang, F., Li, Y.-F.
  • Journal: Xinxing Tan Cailiao/New Carbon Materials
  • Year: 2024

Paper Title: Asphalt induced highly dispersed CoP/MoO2 heterojunction embedded in porous N-doped carbon for pH-universal water splitting

  • Authors: Li, G., Yang, F., Che, S., Li, X., Li, Y.
  • Journal: International Journal of Hydrogen Energy
  • Year: 2024