Emad Shalaby | Advanced Materials | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Emad Shalaby | Advanced Materials | Research Excellence Award

Cairo University | Egypt

Dr. Emad Ahmed Shalaby is a Professor of Biochemistry at the Faculty of Agriculture, Cairo University, Egypt, and an international expert in accreditation and quality assurance in higher education. He earned his B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. in Biochemistry from Cairo University and completed postdoctoral research in Okinawa, Japan. His academic record includes 116 international publications, with 73 documents indexed in Scopus, an h-index of 25 and more than 2269 citations, and more reflecting significant global research impact. Dr. Shalaby has held key leadership roles including General Supervisor of Scientific Research Administration and former Executive Director of Cairo University Research Park, in addition to serving as Vice-Dean and quality consultant at national and international universities. His research interests span biochemistry, biotechnology, algal bioactive compounds, natural antioxidants, biodiesel production, and environmental biochemistry. He has supervised more than 500 graduation projects and contributed to the design and development of multiple academic programs. Among his notable honors are inclusion in the top 2% of global scientists (Stanford University ranking 2022–2024), the Cairo University Award for Scientific Excellence (2021), and the State Incentive Award (2013). Dr. Shalaby continues to advance scientific research, academic leadership, and international collaboration.

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Featured Publications

Shalaby, E. A., & Shanab, S. M. (2010). Salt stress enhancement of antioxidant and antiviral efficiency of Spirulina platensis. Journal of Medicinal Plants Research, 4(24), 2622–2632.

Shanab, S. M. M., Shalaby, E. A., Lightfoot, D. A., & El-Shemy, H. A. (2010). Allelopathic effects of water hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes). PLoS ONE, 5(10), e13200.

Afify, A. M. R., El-Beltagi, H. S., Fayed, S. A., & Shalaby, E. A. (2011). Acaricidal activity of successive extracts from Syzygium cumini L. against Tetranychus urticae Koch. Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Biomedicine, 1, 1–6.

Shalaby, E. A. (2011). Prospects of effective microorganisms technology in waste treatment in Egypt. Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Biomedicine, 1, 1–6.

Shanab, S. M. M., Shalaby, E. A. (2012). Bioremediation of three heavy metals by some microalgae species (Egyptian isolates). Plant Signaling & Behavior, 7(3), 392–399.

Olufisayo Emmanuel Ojo | Sustainable Metallurgy | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Olufisayo Emmanuel Ojo | Sustainable Metallurgy | Best Researcher Award

Durban University of Technology | South Africa

Mr.Ojo Olufisayo Emmanuel, R.Engr., IEng (UK), M.I.E.T, MNSE. An accomplished Electromechanical and Water Engineer with over 18 years of professional experience in mechanical systems design, project management, and sustainable infrastructure development across international development projects funded by organizations such as the World Bank, USAID, AFD, and atmosfair gGmbH. The engineer holds an MSc (Research) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, and is currently pursuing doctoral degrees in Mechanical and Industrial Engineering. Their research contributions have significantly advanced the fields of renewable energy, desalination systems, and sustainable water technologies. Publications in collaboration with leading experts have explored renewable-energy-powered reverse osmosis, biodiesel optimization, and membrane desalination modeling. Extensive professional practice includes managing water treatment plant projects, developing asset management frameworks, and leading multidisciplinary teams for infrastructure delivery. Recognized for leadership, innovation, and technical excellence, they have designed and supervised numerous water and energy projects across Africa. Their current research interests focus on renewable energy systems, water treatment, and environmental sustainability. Committed to bridging theory and practice, they continue to contribute to engineering advancement through applied research, innovation, and sustainable technology development for global energy and water security.

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Featured Publications

Ojo, E. O., & Inambao, F. (2020). A review of renewable power generation using piezoelectric materials. International Journal of Mechanical Engineering and Technology, 10(12), 559–577.

Ojo, E. O., Inambao, F., & Ige, O. E. (2023). Modeling and simulation for a seawater reverse osmosis system. Journal of Materials Engineering, 51(2), 515–535.

Ojo, E. O., & Inambao, F. (2021). A review of renewable energy powered reverse osmosis system for seawater desalination. International Journal of Mechanical and Production Engineering Research and Development, 11(6), 73–90.

Olufisayo, O. E., & Olanrewaju, O. (2024). A review of renewable energy powered seawater desalination treatment process for zero waste. Water, 16(19), 2804.

Ojo, E. O., & Inambao, F. (2024). Additives and blends of biodiesel. Journal of Propulsion Technology, 45(1), 5032–5050.