Masoumeh Bararzadeh Ledari | Modeling | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Masoumeh Bararzadeh Ledari | Modeling | Best Researcher Award 

Lecturer at Amirkabir University of Technology | Finland

Masoumeh Bararzadeh Ledari is an accomplished lecturer, researcher, and technical consultant specializing in energy, environment, and resource management. Her career bridges academia, industry, and international collaborations, with expertise spanning the water-food-energy-climate nexus, circular economy, and sustainable development. She has held teaching and research appointments at leading universities and contributed to significant industrial projects in petrochemicals, steel, and energy systems. Her work integrates technical innovation, strategic policy analysis, and environmental stewardship, providing solutions to complex challenges in energy transitions and sustainable resource use. Masoumeh has also served in advisory and managerial roles, guiding the development of low-carbon technologies, hydrogen applications, and energy efficiency strategies. With an extensive publication record, she has contributed to global scientific discourse through journal articles, book chapters, and conference presentations. She is recognized for her interdisciplinary approach that connects engineering, climate science, and economic modeling, positioning her as a leader in advancing sustainable energy and environmental systems.

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Education

Masoumeh Bararzadeh Ledari pursued her academic journey with a focus on energy and chemical engineering, emphasizing the integration of technology and sustainability. She completed her doctoral studies in energy engineering, where her research centered on developing hybrid technology evaluation models to minimize resource depletion and environmental impacts. At the master’s level, she advanced her knowledge through studies in energy engineering, exploring flare load reduction methods and safety technologies in refinery systems. Her undergraduate foundation in chemical engineering allowed her to gain expertise in modeling gasifier systems and laboratory-scale experimental designs. These academic experiences provided her with technical depth and practical application skills, enabling her to bridge theory and practice in resource management. Complementing her formal education, she participated in specialized international schools, workshops, and training programs on renewable energy, life cycle assessment, sustainable land management, and system modeling. This diverse academic background reflects her commitment to innovation and multidisciplinary problem-solving.

Experience

Masoumeh Bararzadeh Ledari has extensive academic and professional experience across teaching, consulting, and technical leadership. In academia, she has lectured on renewable energy, waste management, and building efficiency at prominent universities, mentoring students and guiding research projects. Her international collaborations include research at leading institutions, where she developed nexus models integrating energy, water, and land resources. Professionally, she has served as a technical manager and consultant for industries in petrochemicals, steel, and oil, leading projects in hydrogen development, carbon capture, refinery optimization, and value chain integration. She has overseen feasibility studies, strategic planning, and process design to advance low-carbon industrial practices. Her leadership roles extend to national and international organizations, where she contributed to policy frameworks, standard development, and stakeholder engagement for climate and energy initiatives. With a portfolio spanning industrial innovation, academic teaching, and applied research, Masoumeh combines technical expertise with a vision for sustainable transformation.

Awards and Honors

Masoumeh Bararzadeh Ledari has been recognized for her outstanding contributions to innovative research and sustainable energy development. She received a certificate of membership and honorable achievement from ScienceFather, reflecting her commitment to advancing science and technology. Her recognition extends beyond formal awards, with her work widely cited in academic literature and acknowledged by peers for its originality and impact. She has been invited to contribute to international conferences, publish in high-ranking journals, and collaborate on global research initiatives, underscoring her reputation in the scientific community. Her academic and professional milestones demonstrate excellence in bridging theoretical knowledge with applied solutions in energy, environment, and resource management. The acknowledgment of her work by institutions, collaborators, and organizations highlights her leadership in addressing pressing global challenges such as climate change, resource scarcity, and sustainable industrial practices. Through her achievements, Masoumeh continues to inspire progress in interdisciplinary sustainability research.

Research Focus

Masoumeh Bararzadeh Ledari’s research revolves around the nexus of water, food, energy, climate, and land, with an emphasis on sustainability and circular resource management. She develops models that integrate environmental, technical, and socio-economic dimensions to optimize resource use while minimizing ecological impacts. Her work includes life cycle assessment, exergy analysis, and regenerative design, applied to industrial systems, agriculture, and urban infrastructure. She has advanced the study of low-carbon technologies such as hydrogen production, carbon capture, and renewable energy integration. Her research also explores sustainable industrial processes in petrochemicals and steelmaking, aligning them with climate goals and circular economy principles. By combining simulation, policy analysis, and economic feasibility studies, she offers holistic frameworks that support decision-making for governments, industries, and communities. Her interdisciplinary focus ensures that technological innovation is linked with environmental protection and societal needs, contributing to global discussions on sustainable transitions and climate resilience.

Publication Top Notes

  • Title: Digitalised circular construction supply chain: An integrated BIM-Blockchain solution
    Year: 2023
    Citations: 138

  • Title: Greening steel industry by hydrogen: Lessons learned for the developing world
    Year: 2023
    Citations: 92

  • Title: Multi objective planning for sustainable retrofit of educational buildings
    Year: 2019
    Citations: 49

  • Title: Building circularity as a measure of sustainability in the old and modern architecture: A case study of architecture development in the hot and dry climate
    Year: 2022
    Citations: 42

  • Title: Sustainable hydrogen supply chain development for low-carbon transportation in a fossil-based port region: A case study in a tourism hub
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 28

  • Title: Aligning Net zero energy, carbon Neutrality, and regenerative concepts: An exemplary study of sustainable architectural practices
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 18

  • Title: Water-food-energy-ecosystem nexus model development: Resource scarcity and regional development
    Year: 2023
    Citations: 17

  • Title: Exergy analysis of high-performance cycles for gas turbine with air-bottoming
    Year: 2012
    Citations: 17

  • Title: Exergy analysis of a bio-system: Soil–plant interaction
    Year: 2020
    Citations: 14

  • Title: The tolerance level of the ecosystem as a limited constrain in the development planning
    Year: 2021
    Citations: 13

  • Title: An optimization strategy for enhancing energy consumption performance in digital currency miner’s building
    Year: 2023
    Citations: 11

  • Title: Evaluation of optimal occasional tilt on photovoltaic power plant energy efficiency and land use requirements, Iran
    Year: 2021
    Citations: 10

  • Title: Advanced utilization of urban sewage sludge for low-carbon hydrogen and power production in steel manufacturing
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 7

  • Title: Dismantling linear lock-ins in the Australian AEC industry: A pathway to a circular economy
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 7

  • Title: Integrated analysis of a hydrogen-based port: Energy, exergy, environmental, and economic sustainability
    Year: 2025
    Citations: 6

Conclusion

Masoumeh Bararzadeh Ledari exemplifies the integration of academic rigor, professional expertise, and global collaboration in advancing sustainable energy and environmental systems. Her work spans teaching, research, consulting, and technical leadership, making her contributions both diverse and impactful. Through her scientific research, she has enriched knowledge in nexus modeling, renewable energy, and circular economy approaches. Professionally, she has provided technical and strategic guidance to industries and policymakers, ensuring that sustainability principles are embedded in energy and resource management. Her recognition by academic and professional bodies further highlights her influence in shaping sustainable pathways. Beyond her technical achievements, she demonstrates a commitment to mentorship, knowledge transfer, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Her vision for sustainable transformation reflects not only her expertise but also her dedication to addressing complex global challenges. By uniting engineering innovation with environmental stewardship, she continues to contribute to building resilient, low-carbon, and resource-efficient futures.

Lijuan Li | Process modeling and optimization | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Lijuan Li | Process modeling and optimization | Best Researcher Award

.Deputy Director of Academic Affairs Office, Nanjing Tech University, China

Li Lijuan is a distinguished professor and doctoral supervisor at the School of Electrical Engineering and Control Science, Nanjing Tech University. She serves as the vice dean of the school and director of the Institute of Automation. Renowned for her contributions to control science, she is a candidate for the Jiangsu Province 333 High-level Talent Program and the Jiangsu Province “Six Talent Peaks” Program. Li Lijuan is an active member of various committees within the Chinese Automation Society and is a certified expert in Chinese Engineering Education. Her extensive research, numerous publications, and patents underscore her expertise and influence in the field.

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Educational Background 📚:

  • PhD in Control Science and Engineering from Zhejiang University (2005.3—2008.12)
  • Master’s in Control Theory and Control Engineering from Nanjing University of Technology (2001.9—2004.6)
  • Bachelor of Science in Production Process Automation from Nanjing University of Technology (1993.9-1997.6)

Work Experience 💼:

  • Visiting Scholar, University of Southern California, USA (2013.4-2014.4)
  • Teacher of Control Science and Engineering, Nanjing University of Technology (1997.8-Present)

Research Interests 🔬:

  • Modeling, Optimization, and Predictive Control
  • Intelligent Robots
  • Detection Technology and Embedded Systems
  • Smart Security
  • Application of Artificial Intelligence in Industrial Processes

Awards 🏆:

  • China Patent Excellence Award for Fully Automatic Bag Packaging Flexible Production Line (2020)
  • National Teaching Achievement Second Prize
  • Five provincial and ministerial teaching achievement awards

Publications Top Notes 📖:

Li, Lijuan, et al. “An optimized control strategy based on multidimensional feature operation pattern.” IEEE Transactions on Control Systems Technology, 2024. Link

Li, Lijuan, et al. “Multiresolution deep feature learning for pointer meters reading recognition.” Journal of Manufacturing Processes, 2024. Link

Li, Lijuan, et al. “YOLOv5-SFE: An algorithm fusing spatio-temporal features for detecting and recognizing workers’ operating behaviors.” Advanced Engineering Informatics, 2023. Link

Li, Lijuan, et al. “A performance assessment methodology with coupling between layers for LP-DMC systems.” International Journal of Robust Nonlinear Control, 2023. Link

Li, Lijuan, et al. “Optimization of oxygen system scheduling in hybrid action space based on deep reinforcement learning.” Computers & Chemical Engineering, 2023. Link