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🎓Educational Background

Wenjie Du pursued his Bachelor’s Degree at Northeastern University in the School of Metallurgy and Environmental Science from 2014 to 2018, where he was mentored by Mei Wang. Following this, he completed his Master’s Degree in Applied Chemistry at the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) from 2018 to 2021 under the guidance of Wenwei Li. Currently, he is working towards his Ph.D. in Software Engineering at USTC, with Yang Wang as his advisor, a journey he embarked on from 2021 to 2023.

🏆Awards

Throughout his academic career, Wenjie has received several prestigious accolades. He was honored with the GuSu Outstanding Scholarship in 2021 from the Suzhou Laboratory. Additionally, he was awarded the Shenzhen Stock Exchange Scholarship twice, first in 2022 and again in 2023, from USTC. In 2023, he also received the Tang Xiaoyan Scholarship from Peking University and the esteemed Chinese Academy of Sciences President’s Scholarship.

🔍Research Scope

Wenjie’s research focuses on Knowledge and Data-Driven AI for Science, exploring several significant areas:

AI for Environmental Science:
His work includes predicting water and air quality, conducting carbon emission calculations, and performing pollution source tracing analysis to improve environmental outcomes.

AI for Chemistry:
He investigates methods for distinguishing between conformational isomers and chiral molecules, predicting molecular properties, and conducting spectral analysis to enhance chemical understanding.

AI for Materials:
Wenjie is involved in catalyst design, specifically in metal ratio control and analysis. He also studies the impact of solvent effects on material adsorption processes to predict properties effectively.

Publications Top Noted📝

Spatiotemporal pattern of greenhouse gas emissions in China’s wastewater sector and pathways towards carbon neutrality

Authors: Wen-Jie Du, Jia-Yuan Lu, Yi-Rong Hu, Juanxiu Xiao, Cheng Yang, Jie Wu, Baocheng Huang, Shuo Cui, Yang Wang, Wen-Wei Li
Journal: Nature Water
Year: 2023

Deciphering urban traffic impacts on air quality by deep learning and emission inventory

Authors: Wenjie Du, Lianliang Chen, Haoran Wang, Ziyang Shan, Zhengyang Zhou, Wenwei Li, Yang Wang
Journal: Journal of Environmental Sciences
Year: 2023

Chemistry-informed molecular graph as reaction descriptor for machine-learned retrosynthesis planning

Authors: Baicheng Zhang, Xiaolong Zhang, Wenjie Du, Zhaokun Song, Guozhen Zhang, Guoqing Zhang, Yang Wang, Xin Chen, Jun Jiang, Yi Luo
Journal: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences
Year: 2022

Moltc: Towards molecular relational modeling in language models

Authors: Junfeng Fang, Shuai Zhang, Chang Wu, Zhengyi Yang, Zhiyuan Liu, Sihang Li, Kun Wang, Wenjie Du, Xiang Wang
Journal: arXiv preprint arXiv:2402.03781
Year: 2024

Source identification and prediction of nitrogen and phosphorus pollution of Lake Taihu by an ensemble machine learning technique

Authors: Yirong Hu, Wenjie Du, Cheng Yang, Yang Wang, Tianyin Huang, Xiaoyi Xu, Wenwei Li
Journal: Frontiers of Environmental Science & Engineering
Year: 2023

Dr. Alicreance Hiyadutuje, Kinetics, Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Alicreance Hiyadutuje, Kinetics, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at South African National Space Agency, South Africa

Professional Profiles

🎓 Educational Background

My educational background includes completing primary education at the Primary School of KIREBE (1992 – 1999), followed by Ordinary Level studies at Musanze High School (2000 – 2003) and Advanced Level at APPEDI MARIE-REINE RWAZA (2004 – 2006). I earned a Bachelor of Science in Physics with Second Class Honours, Upper Division from the National University of Rwanda (NUR) (2008 – 2011). I further specialized with a Bachelor of Science Honours in Astrophysics and Space Science from the University of Cape Town (UCT) (2014), obtained a Masters in Physics from Rhodes University (RU) (2015 – 2017), and completed my PhD in Physics at the University of KwaZulu Natal (UKZN) (2019 – 2022).

🔍 Projects

For my Master’s Project, titled Ionospheric Disturbances during Magnetic Storms at SANAE, I completed coursework with an aggregate of 82%. My PhD Project focused on The effects of Traveling Ionospheric Disturbances on SuperDARN near range echoes, contributing significantly to the field.

💼 Employment History

From February 2012 to February 2014, I served as a Teacher of Natural Sciences at Musanze District, where I was responsible for teaching, invigilating, and marking physics exams, leading to a significant increase in student pass rates. I then took on the role of Tutorial Assistant of Physics at the Ruhengeri Institute of Higher Education (INES) from February 2014 to February 2017, where I ensured all students passed their modules through effective lecturing and exam preparation. At Regina Pacis Secondary School (September 2017 – September 2018), I prepared courses and marked exams, resulting in a student achieving the highest score in national examinations for the first time. From January 2018 to March 2019, as an Assistant Lecturer of Physics at the University of Kibungo, I ensured quality teaching and supervised student dissertations while participating in departmental meetings. Currently, since June 2022, I am a Postdoctoral Researcher at the South African National Space Agency (SANSA), where I conduct research, co-supervise students, and publish articles while also working as a forecaster in a Space Weather center.

📜 Certificates

I have received several certificates acknowledging my professional development, including a Certificate of Presentation at the 6th Annual Scientific Research Conference on “Poverty Reduction and Development” at NUR (October 2009) and a Language Proficiency Certificate with Distinction (2009). Other notable certifications include participation in the 4th Biennial African School on Fundamental Physics and its Applications (August 2016), attendance at workshops on Assertiveness and Problem Solving (May 2019) and the SANSA Student Workshop 2019 (October 2019), as well as the Article Publishing Process workshop by Researcher Academy On Campus (Elsevier) (July 2021). More recently, I attended the 28th General Assembly of the International Union of Geodesy and Geophysics and presented at the COSPAR-Capacity Building Workshop-IRI (2023).

Publications Top Noted 📄

Observation of sporadic E layer altitude partially modulated by the Traveling Ionospheric Disturbances at high latitudes over Zhongshan station

Authors: Alicreance Hiyadutuje, Michael J. Kosch, John Bosco Habarulema, Xiangcai Chen, Judy A.E. Stephenson, Tshimangadzo Merline Matamba, Mpho Tshisaphungo
Journal: Journal of Atmospheric and Solar-Terrestrial Physics
Year: 2024

Simultaneous Occurrence of Traveling Ionospheric Disturbances, Farley Buneman and Gradient Drift Instabilities Observed by the Zhongshan SuperDARN HF Radar

Authors: Alicreance Hiyadutuje, John Bosco Habarulema, Michael J. Kosch, Xiangcai Chen, Judy A.E. Stephenson, Tshimangadzo Merline Matamba
Journal: Journal of Geophysical Research: Space Physics
Year: 2024

First Observations of E‐Region Near Range Echoes Partially Modulated by F‐Region Traveling Ionospheric Disturbances Observed by the Same SuperDARN HF Radar

Authors: Alicreance Hiyadutuje, Michael J. Kosch, Judy A.E. Stephenson
Journal: Journal of Geophysical Research: Space Physics
Year: 2022

Dr. Ishioma Egun, Advanced Materials (Graphene, Fullerenes), Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Ishioma Egun, Advanced Materials , Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Zhejiang University/ NingboTech University, China

Professional Profiles

🎓 Education

Ishioma completed her Ph.D. in Chemical and Environmental Engineering (2023) from the University of Nottingham, while simultaneously participating in a Doctoral Training Program in New Energy Materials at the Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences. She also holds an M.Eng. (2017) and B.Eng. (2012) in Chemical Engineering from the University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria.

🔬Research Interests

Developing innovative conversion processes for biomass and polymeric carbon waste into functional materials with a focus on electrochemical energy storage applications, including supercapacitors, supercapattery, and batteries. Her work emphasizes creating porous materials to enhance energy storage capacity and efficiency.

👩‍🏫Teaching Experience

Ishioma has a robust teaching background, serving as a Teaching Assistant at the University of Nottingham Ningbo China from 2020-2022, where she taught Chemical Process Simulation using Aspen Hysys. She also taught Further Foundational Mechanics and Critical Thinking in academic contexts. In addition, she was a Visiting Lecturer at the NLNG Center for Gas, Refining, and Petrochemicals at the University of Port Harcourt, where she specialized in process simulation for petrochemical applications.

🏅Awards

In recognition of her academic excellence, Ishioma was awarded the Ningbo Government Scholarship for International Ph.D. Students in 2022, a testament to her achievements and dedication.

📜Patents

Ishioma is a co-inventor of the patent CN114084884B, which focuses on molten base carbonisation and activation of biomass using bamboo shoots and radish to produce porous carbon, highlighting her contribution to sustainable material development.

🎤Presentations and Posters

Ishioma has delivered several oral presentations at international conferences, notably on the topic of biomass carbonisation for energy storage. These include presentations at the Royal Society of Chemistry’s Molten Salts and Ionic Liquids Discussion Group (RSC UK) and UNNC PGR Conferences. Her poster presentations, such as the Best Poster Award at the 2022 UNNC PGR Research Poster Event, demonstrate her significant contributions to the field.

📚Professional Affiliations and Certifications

Ishioma is a registered engineer with the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) and holds membership in several prestigious organizations, including the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Association of Professional Women in Engineering Nigeria (APWEN), and the Nigerian Society of Chemical Engineers (NSChE). She is also a Graduate Member of the Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM), reflecting her broad professional network and commitment to engineering and management.

Publications Top Noted📑

Conversion of high moisture biomass to hierarchical porous carbon via molten base carbonisation and activation for electrochemical double layer capacitor

Authors: Egun, I.L., Akinwolemiwa, B., Yin, B., Chen, G.Z., Hu, D.
Journal: Bioresource Technology
Year: 2024

Turning waste tyres into carbon electrodes for batteries: Exploring conversion methods, material traits, and performance factors

Authors: Egun, I.L., Liu, Z., Zheng, Y., Wang, Y., Chen, Z.
Journal: Carbon Energy
Year: 2024

Extraction of bioethanol from fermentation broth and valorization of the vinasse for biogas production

Authors: Undiandeye, J., Nwabanne, J., Egun, I., Kiman, S., Odekanle, E.L.
Journal: Biofuels
Year: 2024

Strengthening synergistic effects between hard carbon and soft carbon enabled by connecting precursors at molecular level towards high-performance potassium ion batteries

Authors: Xu, H., Cheng, B., Du, Q., Yin, B., He, H.
Journal: Nano Research
Year: 2023

Nano-Silicon@Exfoliated Graphite/Pyrolytic Polyaniline Composite of a High-Performance Cathode for Lithium Storage

Authors: Wu, Q., Zhu, Y., Duan, H., Egun, I.L., He, H.
Journal: Materials
Year: 2023

Reduction of CO2 Emission from Crude Oil Refining Process using Aspen Hysys Energy Analyser towards Environmental Sustainability

Authors: Egun, I.L., Hu, B., Mordi, C.U., Otaraku, I.J.
Journal: Energy Proceedings
Year: 2023

Prof Dr. Oleksandr Kovrov, Environmental Analytical Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

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Prof Dr. Oleksandr Kovrov, Environmental Analytical Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Oleksandr Kovrov, Dnipro University of Technology, Ukraine

Professional Profiles

🎓 Education

Specialist Degree in Biochemistry
Dnipropetrovsk State University, Ukraine (1989-1994)

Master’s Degree in Management
National Mining University, Dnipropetrovsk (2008)

Study Course in Engineering Education
Ukrainian Engineering Pedagogical Academy (2014)

🏫 Academic and Professional Experience

Professor
Department of Ecology and Technologies of Environmental Protection

Associate Professor
Department of Ecology, National Mining University, Dnipropetrovsk (2012-2016)

Assistant Professor & Lecturer
National Mining University (1999-2011)

Head of the International Office
National Mining University (2009-2023)

🌱 Research Interests

Environmental Engineering:
Focus on wastewater treatment, air pollution control, and sustainable land reclamation.

Geotechnical & Mining Mechanics:
Research on landslide risk assessment and slope stability in complex geological environments.

Phytoremediation Technologies:
Use of plants for environmental restoration in contaminated lands.

🏆 Grants, Projects, and Fellowships

Coordinator, Erasmus+ project “EU Standards for Environmental Rehabilitation of Mining Lands” (2022-2025)

Research Coordinator, DAAD-supported project “EcoMining” (2019-2022)

Researcher, DAAD and British Council-backed projects on sustainable mining, geomechanical stability, and tailings safety.

🌐 International Collaborations & Training

Professional internships and collaborations with TU Bergakademie Freiberg (Germany), Montanuniversität Leoben (Austria), and University of Surrey (UK).

Participant in various Erasmus+ Staff Mobility Training programs and workshops on green mining and sustainable engineering.

🏅 Awards

“Shakhtarska Slava” Medal (2019)
Recognized for significant contributions to Ukraine’s coal industry development.

📚 Courses Taught

Wastewater Engineering and Disinfection

Air Pollution Control Technologies

Biomining and Phytoremediation

Environmental Engineering Technologies in Industry

Publications Top Noted📝

Development of the wastewater treatment technology for the mine ‘Ternivska’ of the Kryvyi Rih iron ore plant

Authors: Kovrov, O., Pavlychenko, A., Kulikova, D.

Journal: Environmental Technology (United Kingdom)

Year: 2024

Development of the oil-contaminated wastewater treatment technology for trucking companies

Authors: Kovrov, O., Kulikova, D.

Journal: IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science

Year: 2024

Application of flocculated sewage sludge for growing miscanthus on post-mining lands

Authors: Kharytonov, M., Martynova, N., Babenko, M., Frolova, L., González, P.H.

Journal: International Journal of Environmental Studies

Year: 2024

Numerical simulation of plant roots reinforcing properties for slope stability

Authors: Kovrov, O.S., Fedotov, V.V., Krasovskyi, S.A.

Journal: 4th EAGE Workshop on Assessment of Landslide Hazards and Impact on Communities, Landslide 2023

Year: 2023

Statistical analysis of Samara River pollution impact on the population morbidity rate in Western Donbas (Ukraine)

Authors: Kovrov, O., Kulikova, D., Pavlychenko, A.

Journal: IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science

Year: 2023

Ms. Caren Nicole Moreno, Biomolecules, Young Scientist Award

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Ms. Caren Nicole Moreno, Biomolecules, Young Scientist Award

Ms. Caren Nicole Moreno, Centro de Investigación en Biofísica Aplicada y Alimentos (CIBAAL-UNSE-CONICET), Argentina

Professional Profile

🎓Educational Background

Bachelor’s Degree in Biotechnology
National University of Santiago del Estero (UNSE), Argentina
2018 – 2024

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry
National University of Santiago del Estero (UNSE), Argentina
2019 – Present

💼Professional Experience

Experimental Medicine Laboratory, German Hospital
Research Intern (Aug. 2024 – Present)

Institute for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (INN), Atomic Center of Bariloche
Summer Fellow (Feb. 2024 – Mar. 2024)

Weisburd Bier S.A.
Quality Control Supervisor (Aug. 2023 – Jan. 2024)

Institute of Bionanotechnology of the NOA (INBIONATEC)
Research Intern (Mar. 2022 – Oct. 2022)

🔬Research Interests

Molecular biology and microbiology
Nanotechnology and its applications
Probiotics and prebiotics
Biotechnology and its applications in improving human health and the environment

🏆 Distinctions and Scholarships

Honor Board of the National University of Santiago del Estero (2023)

Scholarship EVC-CIN (2022-2023)

Santander Study Grants (2022)

Summer Scholarship of the Balseiro Institute (2024)

Publication📝

Molecular Insight into the Response of Lactic Acid Bacteria to Bile Acids

Authors: Caren N Moreno, Jorge N Gomez, María P Taranto, Ana E Ledesma, Ana Y Bustos

Journal: Bio Tech

Year: 2024

Dr. Brian Shambare, Chemistry Education Research, Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Brian Shambare, Chemistry Education Research, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at University of the Free State, South Africa

Professional Profile

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Education🎓

Doctor of Philosophy (Science and Technology Education):
- University of the Free State, 2024
Master of Education (MEd) Communication Technology (ICT) in Education:
- Rhodes University, 2020
Post-Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) Life Sciences & Natural Sciences [Senior Phase & Further Education and Training]:
- University of South Africa (Cum laude), 2013
BSc (Honours) in Agriculture (Agronomy):
- Midlands State University, 2006

Work History & Experience👨‍🏫

Senior Education Specialist/Subject Advisor [Senior Curriculum Management], Mathematics, Science and Technology Section (Life Sciences):
- Joe Gqabi District, 01 December 2018 to date
Departmental Head (Life Sciences & Agricultural Science):
- Zwelakhe Senior Secondary School, Alfred-Nzo West District, 2009 – 2018
Senior Marker (Grade 12 National Senior Certificate):
- Marked Grade 12 Life Sciences for ten years
Provincial Examiner & Moderator:
- Provincial Moderator for Grade 10 Life Sciences, 2019-2021
- Provincial Examiner for Grade 10 Life Sciences Mid-Year Examination, 2017
Reviewer for Postgraduate Students:
- Supervised Masters and Honors students in a Specific Interest Group (SIG) related to doctoral study

Competencies🧩

Results Oriented: Persistence, reliability, responsibility, and task completion.
Strategic Thinking: Attention to detail, planning, and organizational skills.
Business Acumen: Adherence to rules and regulations, proficiency in MS Office.
Leading: Leadership, cooperation, and encouragement.
Building Coalitions: Negotiation, influence, consultation, and collaboration.

Knowledge and Skills🎨

Subject Matter Expertise: Science education principles, disciplinary expertise (physics, chemistry, biology), and educational applications.
Teaching and Curriculum Development: Effective teaching, innovative curriculum development, pedagogical techniques, and instructional strategies.
Research Skills: Scholarly research, publications in reputable journals.
Leadership and Administration: Mentorship, academic administration, and management.
Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication.
Technology Integration: Educational technologies, online platforms, and tools.
Student Engagement: Motivation, inclusive learning environments.
Collaboration and Networking: Academic collaboration, professional connections.
Continuous Professional Development: Staying updated with science education developments.
Assessment and Evaluation: Student learning assessment, program evaluation.
ICT in Education: Integration in teaching and learning.

Special Responsibilities and Awards🏆

Ntabankulu Circuit E-learning/ICT Coordinator (2011-2014)
Evidence-Based Reporting (EBR) Coordinator for Joe Gqabi District (2018 to date)
SASAMS and DDD Learner performance data analyst for Joe Gqabi District (2018 to date)
General Education Certificate (GEC) Coordinator for Joe Gqabi District (2021 to date)
Awards Received:
- Top Life Sciences Educator, SADTU EC Provincial Awards, 2019
- Best Life Sciences Educator, Matric results in Alfred Nzo West, 2015
- Produced Top Life Sciences Learner, Alfred Nzo West, 2015

Notable Publication📚

Paper Title: Promoting pre-service teachers’ TPACK development in an education science course
- Authors: Yong Zhao, Jennifer N. Hammond
- Journal: Educational Technology Research and Development
- Volume: 68
- Issue: 5
- Pages: 2373-2392
- Year: 2020
Paper Title: Understanding the Enabling and Constraining Factors in Using the Virtual Lab
- Authors: Hye-Jung Lee, Kyungbin Kwon
- Journal: Computers & Education
- Volume: 157
- Pages: 103988
- Year: 2021
Paper Title: Educational Technologies as Pedagogical Tools
- Authors: Rong-Jyue Fang, Hui-Chun Chu
- Journal: Computers & Education
- Volume: 156
- Pages: 104010
- Year: 2020
Paper Title: The Pedagogical and Technological Experiences of Science Teachers in Using the Virtual Lab to Teach Science in Rural Secondary Schools in South Africa
- Authors: Prince Hlangabeza, Maudie L. Shabane
- Journal: Education and Technologies
- Volume: 26
- Issue: 1
- Pages: 1281-1301
- Year: 2021
Paper Title: A Critical Review of Teaching With Virtual Lab: A Panacea to Challenges of Conducting Practical Experiments in Science Subjects Beyond the COVID-19 Pandemic in Rural Schools in South Africa
- Authors: Solomon Oyelere, Olusola Oyelere
- Journal: Journal of Research in Science Teaching
- Volume: 59
- Issue: 6
- Pages: 843-867
- Year: 2022

Mr. Yassine CHERIF, Materials Science, Excellence in Research Award

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Mr. Yassine CHERIF, Materials Science, Excellence in Research Award

Mr. Yassine CHERIF, University of Artois, France

Professional Profile