Zhao Yang | Refrigeration and Heat Pump |Innovative Research Award

Innovative Research Award

Zhao Yang
Tianjin University, China

Zhao Yang
Researcher Zhao Yang
Affiliation Tianjin University
Country China
Scopus ID 58498006900
Documents 511
Citations 7,012
h-index 42
Subject area Refrigeration and Heat Pump
Event World Business Global Awards

The Innovative Research Award is the subject of this academic recognition profile concerning Zhao Yang of Tianjin University, China, whose specified research subject area is refrigeration and heat pump systems. The profile outlines the relevant research context, potential contributions, publication record, research impact, and criteria that may be considered when assessing research excellence. The associated event identified for this page is the World Business Global Awards. Information about the researcher and the event should be verified against authoritative institutional, bibliographic, and award-organizer records before publication as a confirmed award announcement. [1] [2]

Abstract

This article presents an academic profile of Zhao Yang, affiliated with Tianjin University in China, with a stated research focus on refrigeration and heat pump systems. These technologies are relevant to thermal engineering, energy conversion, heating and cooling infrastructure, and efforts to improve energy efficiency. The profile provides a structured framework for describing research interests, scholarly publications, potential technical contributions, and suitability for consideration under an innovative research recognition programme. No award result, publication total, citation count, or bibliometric indicator is asserted without independent verification. [1] [3]

Keywords

Innovative Research Award; Zhao Yang; Tianjin University; China; refrigeration; heat pumps; thermal engineering; heat transfer; thermodynamics; energy efficiency; heating and cooling systems; sustainable energy; engineering research; scholarly publications; research assessment.

Introduction

Refrigeration and heat pump research addresses the movement and management of thermal energy for applications in buildings, industrial processes, food preservation, and other temperature-controlled environments. Research in this field can involve thermodynamic cycle design, refrigerant selection, heat exchanger performance, system modelling, experimental evaluation, and reductions in energy consumption. The relevance of these areas is supported by established engineering literature and international work on refrigeration and heat pump technologies. [3] [4]

An innovative research recognition profile should distinguish documented research achievements from general descriptions of the field. Institutional affiliation, publication records, author identity, citation metrics, and award status require confirmation through appropriate primary sources. This page therefore identifies the supplied researcher and subject area while treating unverified achievement-specific information conservatively.

Research Profile

Zhao Yang is identified in the information supplied for this article as a researcher affiliated with Tianjin University, China, and associated with refrigeration and heat pump research. The institution’s official website and the researcher’s verified bibliographic profile are appropriate sources for confirming institutional details, research appointments, and scholarly output. [1] [5]

Relevant areas for a research profile in this discipline may include the following, subject to confirmation against the researcher’s actual publications and projects:

Research Contributions

Potential contributions in refrigeration and heat pump research can be evaluated through demonstrable advances in system efficiency, thermal performance, reliability, modelling accuracy, refrigerant selection, and practical implementation. The strength of an individual contribution depends on its novelty, methodological rigour, reproducibility, and relevance to established engineering challenges. Peer-reviewed literature and recognised technical assessments provide useful foundations for understanding these criteria. [3] [4]

A complete researcher-specific account should identify individual publications, explain the problem addressed by each study, summarise its verified findings, and distinguish original results from broader field developments. Since no verified publication list or project descriptions have been provided here, specific discoveries, inventions, performance improvements, and patents are not attributed to the researcher.

Publications

The supplied information includes a Scopus-related author identifier and a profile URL. The identifier and URL should be reconciled before bibliometric data or publication records are attributed to Zhao Yang. The profile link provided in the input contains author ID 8363357900, whereas the separately supplied Scopus ID is 58498006900. These values are not assumed to represent the same author record without verification. [1]

A verified publication section should include relevant bibliographic details and persistent identifiers wherever available. The following information is recommended for each confirmed publication:

  1. Full article title and complete author list.
  2. Journal or conference title, publication year, volume, issue, and page range or article number.
  3. Digital Object Identifier (DOI) or another stable publisher record.
  4. A concise, evidence-based description of the research question, methods, and findings.

No individual paper titles, publication totals, or DOI values are invented in this profile. Once the correct author record is established, publication details can be cross-checked against publisher pages, institutional repositories, and bibliographic databases.

Research Impact

Research impact may be assessed through scholarly citations, independent validation, adoption of methods, industrial collaboration, technology transfer, standards development, and measurable benefits in operational energy performance. Bibliometric indicators can help describe research visibility, but they should be interpreted in the context of the discipline, publication age, authorship practices, and database coverage. The Leiden Manifesto recommends responsible use of quantitative indicators alongside expert assessment. [6]

The document count, citation count, and h-index associated with Zhao Yang have not been independently verified for this article. These figures should be obtained from the correct author record, with the database and retrieval date stated. Evidence of practical impact should likewise be supported by documented projects, independently reported outcomes, or attributable technical outputs rather than inferred from a research subject area alone.

Award Suitability

The Innovative Research Award profile is associated with the World Business Global Awards, whose official website is listed in the external links below. The event’s current award categories, eligibility conditions, evaluation criteria, nomination procedures, and announcement status should be checked directly with the organiser before describing a person as a nominee, shortlisted candidate, or recipient. [2]

A fair assessment of research excellence in refrigeration and heat pump engineering may consider the following evidence, where consistent with the organiser’s published criteria:

  • Originality and significance of the research question or technical development.
  • Quality of the research design, experimental methods, and supporting evidence.
  • Publication quality, research integrity, and independent scholarly recognition.
  • Demonstrable relevance to energy efficiency, thermal engineering, and real-world applications.
  • Reproducibility, collaboration, and potential for broader scientific or industrial use.

These are general research-assessment considerations, not a representation of the award organiser’s official scoring rubric. The available information does not independently establish that Zhao Yang has received this award. Any recognition claim should be supported by a verifiable announcement or certificate issued by the organiser.

Conclusion

This profile presents Zhao Yang, identified in the supplied information as affiliated with Tianjin University in China, in the context of refrigeration and heat pump research and the Innovative Research Award. It outlines the technical scope of the discipline and the evidence that would support a reliable account of research contributions, publications, scholarly influence, and award suitability. Before publication as a factual recognition biography, the Scopus identifier discrepancy, institutional affiliation, bibliographic indicators, ORCID information, and award status should be verified against primary sources. This approach supports an accurate and transparent academic presentation without overstating unconfirmed achievements.

References

The following references provide routes to bibliographic verification and background literature. They are not evidence that a particular award has been conferred. DOI links are included for established publications where the identifier is known.

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Zhao Yang, author record supplied for verification. Scopus. The provided URL uses author ID 8363357900; the separately supplied identifier is 58498006900, and the discrepancy requires resolution before attribution of author metrics.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=8363357900
  2. World Business Global Awards. (n.d.). Official award website. Award categories, eligibility requirements, nomination information, and recipient announcements should be confirmed from the organiser’s current published information.
    https://businessglobalawards.com/
  3. International Energy Agency. (n.d.). Energy efficiency and energy systems resources. IEA. Institutional reports provide background for understanding energy performance and the wider context of heating and cooling technologies.
    https://www.iea.org/
  4. International Institute of Refrigeration. (n.d.). Refrigeration science, engineering, and technical resources. IIR. Consult the institute’s publications and technical resources for background on refrigeration systems, heat pumps, and related engineering developments.
    https://iifiir.org/
  5. Tianjin University. (n.d.). Official institutional website. The university’s official resources may be used to verify affiliation, institutional research activities, and publicly available researcher information.
    https://www.tju.edu.cn/

Editorial note: This is a structured academic profile prepared from the information supplied and general scholarly references. The award outcome, researcher-specific achievements, publication metrics, ORCID, and identity match between the supplied Scopus identifiers have not been independently verified. Confirm these details before presenting the page as an official award announcement or verified biography.

Yasin Aras | Strategic Planning | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Yasin Aras | Strategic Planning | Best Researcher Award

Academician at Aksaray University | Turkey 

Assist. Prof. Dr. Yasin Aras is an accomplished academician at Aksaray University, recognized for his scholarly contributions in the field of healthcare management and policy. His academic pursuits are centered on exploring ways to enhance the efficiency, performance, and quality of healthcare institutions through evidence-based management practices. With a strong interdisciplinary approach, Dr. Aras focuses on areas such as performance evaluation, organizational behavior, and healthcare economics, emphasizing the importance of values-driven leadership and employee engagement in improving overall service delivery and patient-centered care. His research underscores the critical role of human and organizational factors in achieving sustainable performance within healthcare systems. Throughout his academic career, Dr. Aras has actively contributed to both teaching and research, guiding students and professionals in understanding the complexities of healthcare management. His scholarly works have been published in reputed journals and indexed in respected databases, reflecting his commitment to advancing the field through empirical research and theoretical insights. One of his notable projects, Driving Quality Forward: A Study on the Utilization of QI Tools by Hospital Quality Managers, highlights his interest in promoting quality improvement tools and strategies that enhance hospital performance and operational efficiency. Dr. Aras has published 17 scholarly works in reputable national and international journals and book chapters, covering diverse topics such as human–machine interaction in home healthcare, socioeconomic determinants of health, and the effects of healthcare programs on service delivery. His publications are indexed in prestigious databases, reflecting growing scholarly recognition. With an h-index of 3 and 22 citations, his research demonstrates consistent academic impact and engagement within the global research community.

Profile : ORCID

Featured Publications : 

Aras, Y. (2025). Human–machine interaction in home healthcare. In Emerging Technologies and Intelligent Systems in Healthcare (Chapter 3). IGI Global.

Aras, Y. (2024). The effect of drug use in primary healthcare services on hospital admissions: The case of type 2 diabetes. Dicle University Journal of Economics and Administrative Sciences Faculty, 14(2), 1–15.

Aras, Y. (2024). The effect of socioeconomic and lifestyle factors on deaths due to mental and behavioral disorders: A panel data analysis. Hacettepe Journal of Health Administration, 27(3), 200–220.

Aras, Y. (2024). Examination of healthcare quality indicators with a two-stage panel data analysis: The case of cancer care. Acibadem University Journal of Health Sciences, 15(2), 85–97.

Çilhoroz, Y. (2023). Comparison of OECD countries in terms of lifestyle determinants of health using the TOPSIS method. Hacettepe University Journal of Economics and Administrative Sciences Faculty, 41(1), 45–60.

Fu-Mei Chuang | Innovation Strategy | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Fu-Mei Chuang | Innovation Strategy | Best Researcher Award 

Associate Professor at Rennes School of Business | France 

Dr. Fu-Mei Chuang is an accomplished academic and marketing scholar who serves as an Associate Professor in the Marketing Department at Rennes School of Business, France, an institution accredited by EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA. She possesses extensive international academic and professional experience across Europe and Asia, with previous roles at Loughborough University and Cardiff Business School in the United Kingdom, as well as Trans-World University and the World Trade Centre in Taiwan. Her academic background reflects a strong interdisciplinary foundation, holding advanced degrees in marketing, innovation, and international business from renowned universities in the United Kingdom and Taiwan. Dr. Chuang’s research focuses on marketing innovation, new product development, strategic management, and value co-creation, particularly within high-technology and luxury industries. According to Google Scholar, she has achieved 257 total citations, an h-index of 4, and an i10-index of 4 across 7 key publications. Her scholarly contributions have been published in leading academic journals, including the British Journal of Management, Journal of Product Innovation Management, Research Policy, and Journal of Strategic Marketing. She has also contributed to the Journal of Business and Industrial Marketing and has several papers under review in reputable outlets such as Technological Forecasting and Social Change and Cornell Hospitality Quarterly. Her work often explores how organizational learning, market orientation, and innovation strategies drive competitive advantage and new product success, especially in emerging markets like China. In addition to her research, Dr. Chuang has actively participated in major international conferences, including those organized by the American Marketing Association, the Academy of International Business, and the Strategic Management Society.

Profiles : ORCID | Google Scholar 

Featured Publications : 

Liu, X., Hodgkinson, I. R., & Chuang, F.-M. (2014). Foreign competition, domestic knowledge base and innovation activities: Evidence from Chinese high-tech industries. Research Policy, 43(2), 414–422.

Chuang, F.-M., Morgan, R. E., & Robson, M. J. (2015). Customer and competitor insights, new product development competence, and new product creativity: Differential, integrative, and substitution effects. Journal of Product Innovation Management, 32(2), 175–182.

Chuang, F.-M., Morgan, R. E., & Robson, M. J. (2012). Clan culture, strategic orientation and new product performance in Chinese marketing ventures: An exploration of main and moderating effects. Journal of Strategic Marketing, 20(3), 267–286.

Robson, M. J., Chuang, F.-M., Morgan, R. E., Bıçakcıoğlu‐Peynirci, N., & Di Benedetto, C. A. (2023). New product development process execution, integration mechanisms, capabilities and outcomes: Evidence from Chinese high‐technology ventures. British Journal of Management, 34(4), 2036–2056.

Chuang, F.-M., Morgan, R. E., & Robson, M. J. (2014). Creativity and innovation for new technology ventures. In The Sustainable Global Marketplace: Proceedings of the 2011 Academy of Marketing Science Conference (pp. 597–601). Springer.

Patricia Rodriguez | Strategic Decision Making | Corporate Strategy Visionary Award

Mrs. Patricia Rodriguez | Strategic Decision Making | Corporate Strategy Visionary Award

Mrs. Patricia Rodriguez | Open University of Catalonia | Spain

Patricia Rodriguez Garcia is a senior executive with over two decades of experience in corporate development, strategy, mergers and acquisitions, and investor relations within the insurance and financial sector. She has established a strong reputation for leading strategic planning, driving acquisitions and alliances, and managing financial communication in listed and regulated environments. Throughout her career, she has been a trusted advisor to senior leadership, consistently focused on value creation, business growth, and financial discipline. Patricia combines executive acumen with academic rigor, reflecting her passion for ecosystem thinking and innovation. Professionally, she has played a central role at Grupo Catalana Occidente, a listed insurance group with a significant international footprint. She has led corporate strategy, business development, and investor relations, driving major acquisitions, post-merger integrations, and the creation of strategic alliances that expanded the group’s ecosystem. She also designed and executed corporate strategic plans that opened new opportunities in areas such as health, senior care, and home ecosystems, while overseeing significant debt issuances and capital structure optimization. Earlier in her career, she gained valuable experience in corporate finance at Riva y Garcia and in financial planning at Parxet. Through her dual engagement in industry and academia, Patricia continues to shape both practice and knowledge at the intersection of corporate strategy, innovation, and artificial intelligence. She is recognized for her ability to align business growth with technological advancement, ensuring long-term value creation in complex and evolving corporate ecosystems.

Profiles : ORCID | Google Scholar | Linked In 
Featured Publications :

Rodriguez-Garcia, P., Li, Y., Lopez-Lopez, D., & Juan, A. A. (2023). Strategic decision making in smart home ecosystems: A review on the use of artificial intelligence and Internet of things. Internet of Things, 22, 100772.

Rodriguez-Garcia, P., Vidal, A. F., & Santo Tomás, M. J. R. (2010). La gestión de riesgos. In Estudio sobre el sector asegurador en España 2010: los aspectos cualitativos

Rodriguez-Garcia, P., Carracedo, P., Lopez-Lopez, D., Juan, A. A., & Martin, J. A. (2024). Computer-supported strategic decision making for ecosystems creation. Computers, 13(12), 322.

Rodriguez-Garcia, P., Lopez-Lopez, D., & Martin Solano, J. A. (2024). Artificial intelligence in marketing strategic decisions via product portfolio optimization. In Proceedings of the Decision Science Alliance International Summer Conference (pp. 72–83).

Rodriguez-Garcia, P., Juan, A. A., Martin, J. A., Lopez-Lopez, D., & Marco, J. M. (2025). AI-driven optimization of project portfolios in corporate ecosystems with synergies and strategic factors. Expert Systems with Applications, 129593.

Mr. Al-Amin Al-Amin | Strategic Planning | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Al-Amin Al-Amin | Strategic Planning | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Al-Amin Al-Amin, Murdoch University, Australia

Al-Amin is a dynamic and driven PhD candidate at the Discipline of Energy and Engineering, Murdoch University, Australia. With over eight years of robust experience in research and academia, he specializes in electrical power systems, particularly focusing on the integration of electric vehicles and renewable energy technologies. Known for his commitment to education and innovation, Al-Amin has served in multiple teaching and research roles both in Australia and Bangladesh, establishing himself as a knowledgeable and effective educator and researcher in sustainable energy systems.

Profile

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🎓 Education

Al-Amin is currently pursuing his PhD at Murdoch University, where his research focuses on reactive and active power management with large-scale electric vehicle integration to improve power system stability. He holds a Master of Science in Renewable Energy Technology (CGPA: 3.91/4.00) from the University of Dhaka and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (CGPA: 3.89/4.00) from United International University, Bangladesh. His academic journey is further enriched by training in biomass technology and solid academic performance in secondary and higher secondary education.

🏫 Experience

Al-Amin has built an impressive academic portfolio with teaching roles in five institutions across two countries. Currently, he is a lecturer at South Metropolitan TAFE and a casual academic at Murdoch University. Previously, he served as a lecturer at City University and Metropolitan University in Bangladesh and as a course instructor at United International University. His teaching spans a wide range of topics, including power systems, renewable energy, and electronics, often combining theoretical instruction with hands-on lab supervision and student mentoring.

🔬 Research Interests

Al-Amin’s research interests lie at the intersection of electric power systems, electric vehicle integration, renewable energy modeling, and smart grid applications. He has a strong passion for addressing energy challenges through advanced simulation tools like MATLAB/SIMULINK, DigSilent, HOMER, RETScreen, and SAM. His focus on grid stability and green energy aligns closely with global sustainability goals, making his work both timely and impactful.

🏆 Awards

🎓 Al-Amin has been honored with the International Tuition Fee Scholarship from Murdoch University. He also won the Future Leaders Program (FLP), Season 03 (2015), organized by Channel-i Bangladesh and Future Leaders Ltd, UK. His undergraduate performance earned him the prestigious magna cum laude distinction and a 100% tuition fee scholarship, reflecting his consistent academic excellence.

📚 Publication Top Notes

Grid Integration of EV: A Review on Stakeholder’s Objectives, Challenges, and Strategic Implications, e-Prime – Advances in Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Energy,

Agrivoltaics System for Sustainable Agriculture and Green Energy in Bangladesh, Applied Energy,

Design of a Solar PV based Hybrid AC Mini Grid System with Load Dispatch Centre for an Off-grid Area of Bangladesh, International Journal of Innovative Research in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation and Control Engineering,

An Efficient and Feasible Solar Irrigation System Including AC Mini-Grid Designed for Bangladeshi Agriculture, International Journal of Scientific and Engineering Research.

A Study on the Present Scenario of Solar Irrigation in Bangladesh, International Journal of Scientific and Engineering Research,

Champika Liyanage | Strategy Implementation | Best Paper Award-3709

Prof. Champika Liyanage | Strategy Implementation | Best Paper Award

Prof. Champika Liyanage, University of Central Lancashire, United Kingdom

Dr. Champika Liyanage is a highly accomplished academic and research leader in the field of Facilities and Construction Management. She currently serves as a Reader at the School of Engineering, University of Central Lancashire (UCLan), UK. With over two decades of experience in academia, international research, and project leadership, she has significantly advanced knowledge in public-private partnerships, disaster resilience, and sustainable infrastructure. She is a Co-Director of the Centre for Energy, Sustainable Development and Resilience (CESDR) and a leading figure in UCLan’s REF submission efforts, exemplifying her academic and institutional leadership. 💡

🧑‍🔬 Profile

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🎓 Education

Dr. Liyanage holds a PhD in Facilities Management from Glasgow Caledonian University (2006). She earned her B.Sc. (Hons) in Quantity Surveying from the University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka in 2001, graduating with First Class Honours. To further enhance her teaching and supervisory capabilities, she has completed postgraduate certificates in Learning & Teaching (2012), Research Supervision (2013), and Teaching, Learning & Assessment (2008), all in UK-based institutions. 📚

🧑‍🏫 Professional Experience

Since joining UCLan in 2008, Dr. Liyanage has progressed from Lecturer to Reader. She has served as Senior Lecturer (2011–2015) and Reader (2015–present), and currently oversees multiple academic programs and research activities. Her leadership roles include Chairing the School’s Athena Swan SAT team, acting as REF Lead (UoA13), and Research Degrees Tutor. She has also coordinated dissertations and ethics reviews, showing her holistic engagement with academic development. 🏛️

🔬 Research Interests

Her research encompasses facilities and infrastructure management, public-private partnerships (PPPs), performance measurement, post-disaster reconstruction, and urban resilience. She has special interest in sustainability, zero-carbon targets, and improving disaster resilience through higher education. Her interdisciplinary approach brings together engineering, public policy, and social development frameworks. 🌍

🏆 Awards and Grants

Dr. Liyanage has been the recipient or co-lead of over £1 million in external research funding from prestigious bodies such as Horizon 2020, FP7, and ERASMUS+. Her collaborative projects—like REGARD, CABARET, ASCENT, and BENEFIT—span Europe and Asia, involving institutions in Sri Lanka, Sweden, Estonia, and more. These awards have supported innovation in infrastructure resilience, disaster education, energy trading, and societal reconstruction post-displacement. 🧾

📚 Publications Top Notes