Moritz Rosenthal | Electrochemistry | Research Excellence Award 

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Mr. Moritz Rosenthal | Electrochemistry | Research Excellence Award 

Aalto University | Finland

Mr. Moritz Rosenthal is a dedicated chemist and doctoral candidate at Aalto University School of Chemical Engineering, Finland, with a strong focus on material and nano chemistry. He earned his M.Sc. in Chemistry from Leibniz University, Hanover, with distinction, emphasizing advanced inorganic, physical, and analytical chemistry, and his B.Sc. in Chemistry from the same institution, graduating with a solid foundation in synthesis and characterization of materials, including transition metal seleno phosphates. His professional journey includes research assistant roles at both Leibniz University and Aalto University, where he synthesized and analyzed catalysts for oxygen evolution reactions in acidic electrolytes, targeting sustainable replacements for platinum group metals in proton exchange membrane electrolyzers. During his Master’s thesis, he collaborated internationally with experts on advanced material studies, and his industrial internship at Honeywell Specialty Chemicals led to a patented invention related to low-melting flux materials. His research interests encompass catalysis, electrochemistry, transition metal oxides, and sustainable hydrogen technologies. Mr. Rosenthal has consistently demonstrated academic excellence, innovative research contributions, and a commitment to advancing clean energy solutions. His work bridges fundamental chemistry and applied materials science, reflecting both scholarly rigor and practical impact in the field of sustainable energy and advanced functional materials.

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Mr. Anastasios Ziakas | Alternative Fuels in Shipping | Best Innovator Award

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Mr. Anastasios Ziakas | Alternative Fuels in Shipping | Best Innovator Award

University of Piraeus | Greece

Mr. Anastasios Ziakas is a dedicated research associate specializing in maritime studies, transport economics, and sustainable shipping solutions. He currently contributes to the University of Piraeus Research Center, following a prior role at the Centre for Research and Technology Hellas, Hellenic Institute of Transport, focusing on transport economics, environmental impacts, and maritime and air transport systems. Anastasios holds a Master’s degree in Shipping from the University of Piraeus, where his thesis explored dry port location selection and impact assessment, achieving top marks. He is also pursuing a PhD in Maritime Studies at the University of Piraeus, investigating coastal shipping trends and their effects on ship-port interfaces. His academic foundation includes a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Athens University of Economics and Business and an Erasmus+ exchange in Economics studies at Poznan University of Economics and Business. Proficient in Python, GIS, data analysis, visualization, and research proposal development, he combines technical expertise with strategic insight. His research interests encompass shipping decarbonization, port operations, logistics, cruise sector optimization, yachting, and the intersection of economics and operations research. Recognized for his analytical rigor and contributions to sustainable maritime transport, he continues to advance knowledge in shipping efficiency and environmental sustainability, bridging academic research with practical maritime applications.

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Ziakas, A., & Boile, M. (2025). Toward zero-emission ferries: integrating systematic review and bibliometric analysis insights on alternative fuels and policies. Journal of Shipping and Trade, Published online November 4, 2025.