Yazeed Alkhrijah | Internet of Things | Research Excellence Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Yazeed Alkhrijah | Internet of Things | Research Excellence Award

Imam Mohammed Ibn Saud Islamic University | Saudi Arabia

Assist Prof. Dr. Yazeed Alkhrijah is an accomplished academic leader, innovation strategist, and electrical engineering scholar with extensive experience across higher education, research administration, industry, and national innovation ecosystems. He holds a PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering with a specialization in wireless communications, an MSc in digital signal and image processing, and a BSc in electrical engineering with a focus on communications and electronics. He currently leads institutional innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology transfer initiatives, overseeing incubators, intellectual property commercialization, and strategic partnerships aligned with Saudi Vision 2030. His experience includes senior research leadership roles managing research chairs, centers, laboratories, and national research funding portfolios, as well as serving as a subject matter expert for defense and strategic research programs. As a faculty member, he has taught core electrical engineering courses, led digital transformation and national alignment committees, developed graduate and professional programs, and strengthened industry collaboration. His research interests span wireless communications, digital signal processing, innovation systems, entrepreneurship, and applied engineering research. He has received recognition through leadership roles, research excellence contributions, and professional honors within engineering and innovation communities. Overall, his career reflects a strong commitment to advancing research impact, innovation capacity, and talent development at institutional and national levels.

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Gregory Benz | Fluid Mixing | Chemical Engineering Innovation Award

Mr. Gregory Benz | Fluid Mixing | Chemical Engineering Innovation Award

Benz Technology International Inc | United States

Mr. Gregory Benz is a seasoned chemical engineer and global business leader with extensive expertise in industrial mixing, bioprocessing, and technology commercialization. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering (cum laude) and has built a distinguished career spanning consulting, manufacturing, and international market development. As President of Benz Technology International, Inc., he has led consulting initiatives in anaerobic and aerobic bioreactor design, cellulosic hydrolysis reactor scale-up, polymer reactor systems, magnetic mixer development, feasibility studies, and pilot-scale protocol design, while actively contributing to the emerging alternative protein industry. Previously, during a long tenure at Chemineer Inc., he served in progressively senior roles, including Chief Representative in Shanghai, Industry Manager, Market Specialist, and Senior Application Engineer, where he drove global leadership in fermentation mixing, dominated key bioprocessing markets, and secured large-scale, high-value projects through rigorous engineering analysis and strategic sales leadership. His professional development includes advanced training in fermentation biotechnology and international business communication, along with academic engagement in continuing education programs. His research and professional interests focus on bioreactor design, fermentation technology, scale-up engineering, fluid mixing, and technology transfer. Widely recognized for technical authority and market impact, his career reflects sustained excellence, innovation, and leadership in chemical and bioprocess engineering.

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Agitator Impeller Comparison in a High Yield-Stress Lignocellulosic Slurry


– Biofuels, Bioproducts and Biorefining, 2025

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