Irina Antonova | Urban Planning and Sustainable Cities | Women Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Irina Antonova | Urban Planning and Sustainable Cities | Women Researcher Award

Associate Professor | Tomsk Polytechnic University; Ural Federal University | Russia

Assist. Prof. Dr. Irina Antonova is an accomplished researcher whose scholarship centers on regional economics, creative industries, spatial development, and the transformation of single-industry and second-tier cities under digital and post-industrial paradigms. Her research portfolio integrates quantitative modeling, econometric analysis, and policy-oriented frameworks to examine creative reindustrialization, urban resilience, investment attractiveness, and innovation-driven regional growth. She has authored and co-authored influential journal articles in Scopus- and WoS-indexed outlets, contributed scholarly book chapters with international publishers, and actively disseminated findings through peer-reviewed conferences. Her work is supported by competitive national and international research projects and has resulted in registered software programs and research databases, reflecting strong R&D and innovation output. Assist. Prof. Dr. Irina Antonova has received multiple research recognitions and awards, serves as a reviewer for international journals, and contributes to academic conferences and editorial activities. According to Google Scholar, her research impact includes 302 citations across 73 documents, with an h-index of 8 and an i10-index of 6, demonstrating consistent and growing scholarly influence.

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Featured Publications

Theory of diversification of the economy of a single-industry town
– Vectors of Well-Being: Economy and Society, 2015 | Citations: 43

An approach to managing single-industry town diversification projects (using the example of Kuzbass)
– National Interests: Priorities and Security, 2012 | Citations: 19

Yiting Zhao | Urban Planning and Sustainable Cities | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Yiting Zhao | Urban Planning and Sustainable Cities | Best Researcher Award

Researcher | The University of Manchester | United Kingdom

Dr. Yiting Zhao is a researcher at The University of Manchester, United Kingdom, whose academic work is dedicated to advancing knowledge at the intersection of Complex Product–Service Systems (CoPSS), sustainable design, and responsible project management within the built environment and civil engineering management sectors. Her interdisciplinary research integrates principles of engineering design, digitalization, and sustainability to create innovative frameworks that guide the development of smart buildings and sustainable infrastructure systems aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Dr. Yiting Zhao’s scholarly portfolio encompasses several peer-reviewed journal articles, conference papers, and book chapters. Notably, her 2025 publication in the Journal of Cleaner Production, titled “Advancing Complex Product–Service Systems (CoPSS) Design: An Integrative Literature Review,” presents a comprehensive synthesis of methodological developments in sustainable product–service integration. Her other research contributions include the studies “Integrating Sustainable Design and Responsible Project Management: Methodological Insights from a Smart Hospital Case Study” and “The Integration of Sustainable Design and Responsible Project Management in Designing Complex Product–Service Systems.” These works bridge theoretical frameworks and practical applications, highlighting the importance of co-creation, stakeholder collaboration, and system optimization in sustainable infrastructure design. Employing diverse methodologies such as conceptual modeling, semi-structured interviews, and data-driven analytical approaches, Dr. Yiting Zhao’s research investigates the dynamic interactions among design processes, service delivery mechanisms, and management efficiency in large-scale engineering systems. Her recent studies also explore smart building management, intelligent HVAC design, and circular design strategies to enhance environmental and operational performance. In recognition of her impactful research and academic excellence, Dr. Yiting Zhao received the prestigious IEEE TEMSCON Global 2025 Best Student Paper Award. Her growing scholarly influence-reflected by 15 citations, 1 document and an h-index of 1 on Scopus-demonstrates her commitment to driving sustainable engineering innovation and advancing interdisciplinary research in the fields of engineering design, sustainability, and digital transformation.

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Featured Publications

1. Wang, Y., Zhao, Y., Tian, X., Yang, J., & Luo, S. (2025). The influence of subjective knowledge, technophobia and perceived enjoyment on design students’ intention to use artificial intelligence design tools. International Journal of Technology and Design Education, 35(1), 333–358.

2. Zhao, Y., Xie, C., & Lu, M. (2021). Design of smart building operations and maintenance management service system. In Proceedings of the International Conference on Applied Human Factors and Ergonomics (pp. 183–190). Springer.

3. Zhao, Y., & Zhang, J. (2020). Research on the design of smart waste classification and collection service system. In Proceedings of the International Conference on Applied Human Factors and Ergonomics (pp. 275–282). Springer.

4. Zhao, Y. (2015). The influence of the development of 3D printing technology on product design [3D 打印技术的发展对产品设计的影响]. China Machinery, 40–41.

5. Zhao, Y., Zhang, L., Maytorena-Sanchez, E., & Zhang, J. (2025). Advancing complex product–service systems (CoPSS) design: An integrative literature review. Journal of Cleaner Production, 527, 146690.

Roberto Parra Saldivar | Renewable Energy and Green Technologies | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Roberto Parra Saldivar | Renewable Energy and Green Technologies | Best Researcher Award

Professor | Cranfield University | United Kingdom 

Prof. Dr. Roberto Parra Saldívar is an internationally recognized researcher in environmental biotechnology, sustainable bioprocessing, and bioengineering, currently serving at Cranfield University, United Kingdom. With over 15,221 citations, an h-index of 66, and more than 332 Scopus-indexed publications, his scholarly influence spans biotechnology, nanotechnology, bioresource valorization, and environmental remediation. His research focuses on mycoremediation, biocatalysis, biorefinery systems, enzyme immobilization, nanobiocatalysts, microalgal technologies, and sustainable manufacturing. He has published extensively in leading journals such as Science of the Total Environment, Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology, Biofuels, Bioproducts and Biorefining, Advanced Materials, and Trends in Analytical Chemistry. His work has driven significant advancements in phycoremediation, biopolymer development, waste-to-energy systems, and bioprocess engineering for environmental protection. Prof. Dr. Roberto Parra Saldívar has authored 20 book chapters and 18 patents, reflecting his strong commitment to innovation and technology transfer. His funded projects, exceeding £5 million, include collaborations with major industrial partners such as Heineken, Pfizer, GlaxoSmithKline, and FEMSA, as well as global research institutions including MIT, Harvard, Oxford, DTU, and the National University of Singapore. These projects focus on bioreactor design, enzyme systems for pollutant degradation, CO₂ bio-capture, biodegradable batteries, and circular bioeconomy models. A frequent keynote speaker and conference organizer, he has chaired international symposia on Advanced Materials, Blue Technology, and Sustainable Manufacturing. His editorial and reviewer roles in high-impact journals and his membership in the Mexican Academy of Sciences underscore his academic leadership. Recognized as a Highly Cited Researcher (Thomson Reuters, 2016) and National Researcher Level III (CONACyT, Mexico), Prof. Dr. Roberto Parra Saldívar’s pioneering contributions have significantly advanced global sustainability through biotechnology-driven innovation.

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Featured Publications

1. Cuellar‐Bermudez, S. P., Aguilar‐Hernandez, I., Cardenas‐Chavez, D. L., Ornelas‐Soto, N., Romero‐Ogawa, M. A., & Parra‐Saldivar, R. (2015). Extraction and purification of high‐value metabolites from microalgae: Essential lipids, astaxanthin and phycobiliproteins. Microbial Biotechnology, 8(2), 190–209. https://doi.org/10.1111/1751-7915.12167

2. Arevalo-Gallegos, A., Ahmad, Z., Asgher, M., Parra-Saldivar, R., & Iqbal, H. M. N. (2017). Lignocellulose: A sustainable material to produce value-added products with a zero waste approach—A review. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 99, 308–318. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2017.02.097

3. Bilal, M., Asgher, M., Parra-Saldivar, R., Hu, H., Wang, W., Zhang, X., & Iqbal, H. M. N. (2017). Immobilized ligninolytic enzymes: An innovative and environmentally responsive technology to tackle dye-based industrial pollutants—A review. Science of the Total Environment, 576, 646–659. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scitotenv.2016.10.137

4. Bhattacharyya, S. S., Ros, G. H., Furtak, K., Iqbal, H. M. N., & Parra-Saldívar, R. (2022). Soil carbon sequestration—An interplay between soil microbial community and soil organic matter dynamics. Science of the Total Environment, 815, 152928. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scitotenv.2021.152928

5. Alemán-Nava, G. S., Casiano-Flores, V. H., Cárdenas-Chávez, D. L., Díaz-Chávez, R., Scarlat, N., Mahlknecht, J., Dallemand, J.-F., & Parra-Saldivar, R. (2014). Renewable energy research progress in Mexico: A review. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 32, 140–153. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2014.01.004

Wei Dong | Urban Planning and Sustainable Cities | Best Research Article Award

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Prof. Wei Dong | Urban Planning and Sustainable Cities | Best Research Article Award

Vice Dean | School of Architecture and Design, Harbin Institute of Technology | China

Prof. Wei Dong, Vice Dean at the School of Architecture and Design, Harbin Institute of Technology, is an accomplished scholar whose research bridges architecture, urban planning, and public health. With 22 peer-reviewed journal publications indexed in SCI and Scopus, two authored books, and five patents, his work focuses on urban regeneration, healthy city development, and sustainable built environments. His studies integrate interdisciplinary approaches-spanning medicine, climatology, and ecology-to construct a comprehensive framework for community health and environmental design. Prof. Wei Dong has led and completed multiple National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) projects, including research on decision-support systems for residential area renewal in Northeast industrial regions and environmental regeneration in historical urban blocks. His ongoing projects explore planning regulation mechanisms to enhance social health and urban livability. With over 160 citations, 21 documents and an h-index of 4 (Scopus), his contributions demonstrate significant academic impact in urban design and health-oriented planning. His innovative research reveals the complex interactions among built environment characteristics, resident behavior, and environmental perception, identifying threshold effects and multi-level spatial factors influencing physiological and psychological well-being. Additionally, he investigates microclimate dynamics and urban biodiversity, employing bird diversity as an ecological indicator to evaluate community environments. Prof. Wei Dong’s research achievements extend to consultancy projects, editorial roles, and international collaborations-most notably with Dr. Jason Cao (University of Minnesota)-enhancing cross-disciplinary insights into sustainable city design. As a recognized member of the International Association for China Planning (IACP), he continues to advance data-driven urban policy, integrating health metrics and environmental parameters into spatial design frameworks. His work contributes meaningfully to R&D innovation and scientific understanding of urban systems that foster resilience, inclusivity, and well-being in modern cities.

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Featured Publications

1. Yu Dong, Jiaqi Cai, Wei Dong, Naidi Wang, Qi An. The impact of Urban residential areas on bird diversity: A case study from Harbin, Northeast China[J]. Habitat International, Volume 163, 2025, 103463, ISSN 0197-3975, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.habitatint.2025.103463.

2. Wei Dong, Runsheng Jiang, Yu Dong, Ang Qu, Yuan Yuan. Relationship between LCZ and physical activity in residential areas: A mediating role of perceptions of heat risks in climate change[J]. Urban Climate, Volume 61, 2025, 102425, ISSN 2212-0955,

3. Wei Dong, Naidi Wang, Yu Dong, Jason Cao. Examining the nonlinear and interactive effects of built environment characteristics on travel satisfaction[J]. Journal of Transport Geography, Volume 123, 2025, 104111, ISSN 0966-6923, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jtrangeo.2025.104111.

4. Dong Wei, Dong Yu, Li Hanzhe, etc Synopsis: Challenges and Prospects of Urban Building Renewal in Cold Regions [J]. Contemporary Architecture, 2025, (02):72-77.

5. Liu Chun, Zhang Shangwu, Feng Jian, etc Exploration and Future Directions of the Application of “Urban Area Scope” in the Context of National Spatial Planning [J]. Journal of Natural Resources, 2024, 39 (10): 2497-2504.