Xiangnan Liu – Mechanical Engineering – Best Researcher Award 

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Xiangnan Liu, born in Shaoyang, Hunan, began his academic journey with an early interest in Mechanical Engineering and measurement technologies. His dedication to scientific research led him to pursue a PhD in Mechanical Engineering at the South China University of Technology. During this time, he developed a strong foundation in fatigue analysis, vibration response, and durability testing, laying the groundwork for his future academic and research contributions. His outstanding doctoral work established him as a promising scholar in the field of Mechanical Engineering.

💼 Professional Endeavors

Dr. Liu has cultivated a distinguished career in both academia and industry. He is currently an Associate Professor at the School of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Hunan University of Science and Technology (2025–present), where he also serves as Deputy Director of the Department of Mechanical Electronics and Measurement and Control Instruments. Alongside his university role, he is a Postdoctoral Fellow at Xuelong Group Co., Ltd. since July 2025. His professional endeavors extend to significant administrative and collaborative roles, such as serving as a correspondence review expert for the National Natural Science Foundation of China, a senior member of the Chinese Society of Mechanical Engineers, and Director of the Hunan Instrument Society. His dual commitment to academia and applied research underscores his dedication to advancing Mechanical Engineeringin China and internationally.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Liu’s research focuses on fatigue strength, life prediction, and durability testing of rubber vibration damping products. His contributions include pioneering work in vibration response and strength analysis of rubber materials, fatigue testing of automotive parts, and innovative methods for cooling fan blade fatigue analysis. He leads major projects such as the National Natural Science Foundation Youth Project on fatigue damage evolution mechanisms, as well as multiple school-enterprise collaborations focusing on automotive rubber components, air spring hysteresis performance, and fatigue life of metal pipes. His research is not only theoretical but also highly practical, bridging the gap between Mechanical Engineering theory and industrial application.

🌍 Impact and Influence

The impact of Dr. Liu’s work is reflected in his leadership roles, his contributions to national-level projects, and his extensive publications in high-impact journals, including the International Journal of Fatigue, Fatigue & Fracture of Engineering Materials & Structures, Measurement, and the Chinese Journal of Mechanical Engineering. His studies have advanced understanding of multi-axial fatigue, probabilistic fatigue life prediction, and artificial intelligence applications in structural fatigue. He has also played an influential role in education reform by integrating ideological and political elements into engineering curricula. His influence extends through mentorship, as he has guided students to publish in leading journals and win prestigious competitions.

🏆Academic Cites

Dr. Liu’s body of work, consisting of more than 20 high-quality papers, is widely cited in the field of Mechanical Engineering, underscoring the scholarly value of his research. His contributions to probabilistic fatigue models, neural network-based life prediction, and load spectrum editing are frequently referenced by academics and professionals alike. His recognition as part of the 2024 Wiley China Excellent Author Program further highlights the significance and global reach of his academic work.

🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions

Looking ahead, Dr. Liu is poised to further solidify his legacy in Mechanical Engineering His ongoing projects in fatigue strength and life prediction are expected to result in innovative technologies and predictive models that will benefit both academia and industry. His leadership in research, combined with his commitment to education and mentorship, ensures that his influence will extend to future generations of engineers. By bridging academic theory with industrial applications, Dr. Liu’s future contributions promise to strengthen the durability and reliability of mechanical systems in automotive, aerospace, and energy sectors.

📝Mechanical Engineering

Assist. Prof. Dr. Xiangnan Liu has established himself as a leading scholar in Mechanical Engineering, with impactful research on fatigue strength, vibration damping, and durability testing. His numerous publications, projects, and academic achievements have advanced the global field of Mechanical Engineering, while his mentorship and educational reforms contribute to shaping the discipline’s future. His legacy in Mechanical Engineering continues to grow through innovative research, applied industrial collaborations, and academic leadership.

✍️ Notable Publication

Physics‐Informed Neural Network Model for Predicting the Fatigue Life of Natural Rubber Under Ambient Temperature Effects

Authors: Yujia Liu; Wen‐Bin Shangguan; Xiangnan Liu; Xuepeng Qian

Journal: Fatigue & Fracture of Engineering Materials & Structures

Year: 2025

Accelerated fatigue bench test method for rubber vibration isolators based on load spectrum compilation

Authors: Xiangnan Liu; Xuepeng Qian; Yi Xi

Journal: Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part D: Journal of Automobile Engineering

Year: 2025

Comparison and experiment validation of fatigue data editing methods for vehicle component

Authors: Jingwei Xu; Xiangnan Liu

Journal: Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part D: Journal of Automobile Engineering

Year: 2025

Improving Fatigue Life Prediction of Natural Rubber Using a Physics‐Informed Neural Network Model

Authors: Yingshuai Sun; Xiangnan Liu; Qing Yang; Xuelai Liu; Kuanfang He

Journal: Fatigue & Fracture of Engineering Materials & Structures

Year: 2025

Multi-axis fatigue load spectrum editing for automotive components using generalized S-transform

Authors: Xiangnan Liu; Jinghai Tan; Shangbin Long

Journal: International Journal of Fatigue

Year: 2024

A unified probabilistic fatigue life prediction model for natural rubber components considering strain ratio effect

Authors: Xiangnan Liu; Xuezhi Zhao; Xiao‐Ang Liu

Journal: Fatigue & Fracture of Engineering Materials & Structures

Year: 2023

Natural rubber components fatigue life estimation through an extreme learning machine

Authors: Xiangnan Liu; Xiao-Li Wang

Journal: Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part L: Journal of Materials: Design and Applications

Year: 2023

Zhengguang Guo – Mathematical Theory of Fluid Equations – Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Zhengguang Guo - Mathematical Theory of Fluid Equations - Best Researcher Award 

Huaiyin Normal University - China

Author Profile

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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Professor Zhengguang Guo embarked on his academic journey with a strong foundation in mathematics at Hubei Normal University, where he earned his B.Sc. in Mathematics in 2003. His passion for theoretical mathematics led him to East China Normal University, where he pursued his M.Sc. and Ph.D., completing his doctoral studies in 2011. During this period, he developed a deep interest in the mathematical theory of fluid equations, which later became a central theme in his research. His early academic work laid the groundwork for his significant contributions to fluid dynamics and mathematical modeling.

💼 Professional Endeavors

Prof. Guo has held various prestigious academic positions, demonstrating his commitment to advancing mathematical sciences. He served as an Associate Professor at Wenzhou University from 2011 to 2019, where he played a key role in both teaching and research. His academic journey included international exposure as an exchange student at the University of Geneva (2009–2010), a visiting scholar in Switzerland (2015), and a research fellowship at Kyushu University, Japan (2017). His postdoctoral tenure at Shanghai Jiao Tong University (2016–2018) further enriched his expertise in the mathematical theory of fluid equations, leading to groundbreaking research in fluid dynamics. Since 2019, he has been a Professor at the School of Mathematics and Statistics, Huaiyin Normal University, contributing significantly to academia.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus

Prof. Guo's primary research focus revolves around the mathematical theory of fluid equations, an area critical to understanding complex fluid dynamics. His work has contributed to the development of mathematical models that describe the behavior of fluids under various conditions. His research has provided insights into stability analysis, turbulence modeling, and nonlinear fluid equations, bridging theoretical mathematics with real-world applications in physics and engineering.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Through his research, Prof. Guo has made a profound impact on the mathematical and scientific community. His work on the mathematical theory of fluid equations has been recognized for its theoretical depth and practical significance, influencing scholars in applied mathematics and engineering. His international collaborations and research fellowships in China, Japan, and Switzerland have broadened the scope of his influence, fostering academic exchange and advancing global research in fluid mechanics.

🏆Academic Cites

Prof. Guo's research contributions have been widely cited in academic literature, reflecting the importance and relevance of his work. His studies in mathematical fluid dynamics have been referenced in various high-impact journals, contributing to the broader understanding of fluid behavior and mathematical modeling. The high citation rate of his publications highlights his role as a leading researcher in this domain.

🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions

As a dedicated mathematician, Prof. Guo continues to shape the future of mathematical research. His ongoing projects, supported by prestigious research grants such as the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province and the National Natural Science Foundation of China, ensure that his contributions to the field will remain significant. His legacy lies in mentoring the next generation of mathematicians and expanding the frontiers of knowledge in the mathematical theory of fluid equations. Through his continuous efforts in research and education, he is set to further influence the field and drive future advancements in mathematical fluid dynamics.

📝Notable Publication

📝Extension criterion involving the middle eigenvalue of the strain tensor on local strong solutions to the 3D Navier–Stokes equations

Authors: Z. Guo, Zhengguang, C.J. O, Chol Jun

Journal: Applied Mathematics Letters

Year: 2025

Citations: 0

📝Self-similar solutions and large time behavior to the 2D isentropic compressible Navier–Stokes equations with vacuum free boundary and rotation

Authors: K. Li, Kunquan, D. Tong, Dongfu, Z. Guo, Zhengguang

Journal: Applied Mathematics Letters

Year: 2024

Citations: 0

📝Remarks on the Possible Blow-Up Conditions via One Velocity Component for the 3D Navier–Stokes Equations

Authors: Z. Guo, Zhengguang, C.J. O, Chol Jun

Journal: Journal of Geometric Analysis

Year: 2024

Citations: 0

📝Some Liouville-Type Results for the 3D Incompressible MHD Equations

Authors: P. Wang, Peng, Z. Guo, Zhengguang

Journal: Journal of Geometric Analysis

Year: 2024

Citations: 0

📝Global Regularity Criteria of the 3D MHD-Boussinesq Equations Without Thermal Diffusion

Authors: Z. Guo, Zhengguang, Z. Zhang, Zunzun, C. Zhao, Caidi

Journal: Communications in Mathematical Sciences

Year: 2024

Citations: 0

📝Anisotropic Prodi–Serrin regularity criteria for the 3D Navier–Stokes equations involving the gradient of one velocity component

Authors: Z. Guo, Zhengguang, C.J. O, Chol Jun

Journal: Applied Mathematics Letters

Year: 2023

Citations: 2

📝Global Well-Posedness and Asymptotic Behavior of the 3D MHD-Boussinesq Equations

Authors: Z. Guo, Zhengguang, Z. Zhang, Zunzun, Z. Skalák, Zdeněk

Journal: Journal of Nonlinear Science

Year: 2023

Citations: 0

Artem Khalatov | Vortex flows | Outstanding Scientist Award

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Prof Dr. Artem Khalatov | Vortex flows | Outstanding Scientist Award 

Institute of Engineering Thermophysics of NAS of Ukraine | Ukraine

AUTHOR PROFILE

EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Prof. Dr. Artem Khalatov began his academic journey at the Aviation Institute (Technical University) in Kazan, Russia, where he earned a Master of Science degree in 1967. Specializing in Aeroengines, he developed a deep understanding of aerothermodynamics, a field that became the cornerstone of his illustrious career. He continued his education in the PhD program at the same institution, focusing on heat transfer and hydrodynamics in supersonic nozzles. This academic foundation laid the groundwork for his future contributions to the fields of vortex flows, heat transfer, and aerothermal technologies.

PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Dr. Khalatov's professional journey is marked by a series of prestigious positions and titles. After completing his PhD, he served as an Assistant Professor, Senior Lecturer, and Associate Professor at the Aviation Institute in Kazan. His career advanced rapidly, and by 1979, he had become a Full Professor at the Kiev Institute of Air Forces in Ukraine. He later became the Head of the Department of Thermogasdynamics at the Institute of Engineering Thermophysics, National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, where he has served since 1983. His work in this role has been instrumental in advancing the understanding of vortex flows and heat transfer management in aeroengines.

CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS

Dr. Khalatov's research has had a profound impact on the field of aerodynamics and thermodynamics, particularly in the area of vortex flows. His work has focused on fundamental heat transfer, new thermodynamic cycles, and innovative gas turbine blade cooling techniques. He has also pioneered research in swirling and vortex flows, which has led to the development of new aerothermal vortex technologies. These contributions have been documented in an extensive publication record, including 31 books, around 800 papers, and over 130 patents, solidifying his reputation as a leading expert in his field.

IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

Dr. Khalatov's influence extends beyond his research, impacting both the academic and industrial communities. His work has been recognized with numerous awards, including the State Award of Ukraine in the field of gas turbine engineering and the Yu. Gagarin Medal from the Russian Aerospace Agency. As an Honorary Professor at Cardiff University and a W.W. Clyde Chair Visiting Professor at the University of Utah, he has shared his expertise with a global audience, furthering the development of vortex flows and heat transfer technologies. His role as a supervisor of 40 completed PhD theses underscores his commitment to educating the next generation of engineers.

ACADEMIC CITATIONS

Dr. Khalatov's extensive publication record, which includes contributions to both Russian and English-language journals, has been widely cited in the academic community. His work on vortex flows, heat transfer augmentation, and gas turbine cooling technologies is particularly noted for its innovation and practical applications. His research has been instrumental in advancing the understanding of complex thermodynamic processes, and his work continues to be a valuable resource for researchers and engineers alike.

LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

As Dr. Khalatov continues his distinguished career, his legacy in the field of aerothermodynamics and vortex flows is firmly established. His ongoing research and collaboration with international institutions, such as the Chinese-Ukrainian joint laboratory and consulting work with Huawei, demonstrate his commitment to pushing the boundaries of engineering science. His future contributions are expected to further enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of aeroengine technologies, leaving a lasting impact on both the academic and industrial sectors.

VORTEX FLOWS 

Throughout his career, Dr. Khalatov has maintained a strong focus on vortex flows, particularly in the context of heat transfer management and gas turbine cooling technologies. His research on swirling flows, vortex flows in aerothermal technologies, and vortex heat exchangers has been instrumental in developing new approaches to managing thermal dynamics in aerospace engineering. These innovations continue to influence the field, ensuring that Dr. Khalatov's work remains at the forefront of engineering research and development.

NOTABLE PUBLICATION