Prof. Dr. Wen-Pei Sung | Green Networking | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Wen-Pei Sung | Green Networking | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Wen-Pei Sung, National Chin-Yi University of Technology, Taiwan

Prof. Dr. Wen-Pei Sung is a prominent academic and researcher in the field of civil engineering, currently serving as a Lifetime Distinguished Professor at National Chin-Yi University of Technology in Taiwan. With an extensive academic career, he has made significant contributions to sustainable and green technologies. Prof. Sung’s expertise spans integrated green technologies, energy-saving solutions for green buildings, and structural control for buildings and bridges. His career includes distinguished positions such as Nanqiang Chair Professor at Xiamen University, Taiwan, and Dean of the College of Humanities and Creativity at National Chin-Yi University. Prof. Sung has been involved in numerous international conferences, both as a keynote speaker and contributor. His dedication to advancing research and innovation is reflected in his multiple leadership roles and influential presence in academia, making him a key figure in engineering and environmental technology. 🌍🏗️📚

🌏 Professional Profile

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Suitability for Award

Prof. Dr. Wen-Pei Sung is highly suitable for the Research for Best Researcher Award due to his outstanding contributions to sustainable building technologies, green energy solutions, and structural control. His leadership roles, such as serving as a Lifetime Distinguished Professor and Vice-President for Students Affairs at National Chin-Yi University of Technology, showcase his influence in both education and research. His work, particularly on energy-saving technologies for green buildings and sustainable environmental management, aligns with current global needs for eco-friendly innovations. Prof. Sung has demonstrated a rare ability to combine academic rigor with practical solutions, evidenced by his involvement in high-impact projects, conference keynotes, and collaborations with governmental and international bodies. His continuous dedication to advancing smart control technology for bridges and buildings reflects his commitment to addressing pressing environmental challenges and engineering needs. 🌿🏢🔬

Education 

Prof. Dr. Wen-Pei Sung completed his academic journey with a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from National Chung-Hsin University (2002), following an M.S. in Civil Engineering from North Carolina State University (1989). He earned his B.S. in Civil and Hydraulic Engineering from Chung Yuan Christian University (1986). His solid foundation in civil engineering laid the groundwork for his specialization in sustainable technologies and green building practices. Prof. Sung’s educational background is complemented by his extensive research in structural control, energy-saving technologies, and environmental management strategies. His academic pursuits have enabled him to make significant contributions to the understanding and implementation of green technologies in civil engineering. 📚🎓🌱

Experience 

Prof. Dr. Wen-Pei Sung has a distinguished career in both academia and professional leadership. He currently holds the position of Lifetime Distinguished Professor at National Chin-Yi University of Technology, Taiwan, where he has served in various key roles, including Vice-President for Student Affairs and Dean of the College of Humanities and Creativity. His international academic contributions have also been recognized with the appointment as Nanqiang Chair Professor at Xiamen University in 2023. Prof. Sung’s career is marked by his commitment to advancing research in energy-efficient and sustainable engineering practices. He has also held numerous prestigious positions on professional committees, including the International Engineering and Technology Institute and the Urban Planning Review Committee of Taichung City Government. With over three decades of experience, Prof. Sung’s expertise bridges academic leadership, research innovation, and international collaboration. 🌍🏛️💡

Awards and Honors 

Prof. Dr. Wen-Pei Sung’s career has been marked by numerous awards and honors that acknowledge his significant contributions to civil engineering and sustainable technology. Notable among these is his recent recognition as a Fellow of the Asia-Pacific Technological Sciences Academy, Hong Kong (2024). He has also been invited as a keynote speaker for various international conferences, including the 2024 International Conference on Intelligent Optimization and Big Data Management and the 2024 9th International Conference on Intelligent Information Processing. Prof. Sung has been honored with the role of Honorary Chair for the 2025 14th International Conference on AI for Business and Social Innovations. These prestigious invitations and honors reflect his leadership and expertise in the field. His ongoing involvement in professional associations, including his work with the Resilient Taiwan Project, demonstrates his dedication to sustainable development and smart technologies in civil engineering. 🌟🏆🎙️

Research Focus 

Prof. Dr. Wen-Pei Sung’s research focus lies in integrated green technologies, energy-saving innovations for green buildings, and sustainable environmental management. His work on structural control for buildings, particularly through smart control technology for bridges, aims to enhance the durability and efficiency of infrastructure in a rapidly evolving world. He is deeply invested in researching environmentally sustainable building practices that contribute to energy efficiency and reduced carbon footprints. Prof. Sung’s expertise also extends to developing systems that improve the resilience of infrastructure, particularly in the context of natural disasters and climate change. His research is geared towards creating practical solutions to address pressing global challenges, such as resource conservation, energy sustainability, and the development of eco-friendly technologies. Through his research, he is working towards a future where infrastructure and the environment can coexist in harmony. 🌱🏗️🔧

Publication Top Notes:

1. Evaluating the Impact of Vertical Green Systems on Building Temperature Regulation: Effects of Shading Density and Proximity
  • Published Year: 2025
2. Investigating Rainwater Harvesting System Efficiency in Taiwan: A Study on Constructing Precipitation Variation Indicators and Assessing Climate Change Impact
  • Published Year: 2024
3. Application and Verification of Neutral Equilibrium Mechanism in Lightweight Emergency Bridges
  • Published Year: 2024
4. Insight into the Trends in Research on the Impact of Social Media on Adolescent Mental Health
  • Published Year: 2024
5. Using the Groundwater Cooling System and Phenolic Aldehyde Isolation Layer on Building Walls to Evaluate Heat Effect
  • Published Year: 2024

 

Prof. Sofiane Ben Hamouda | Green Networking Awards | Excellence in Research

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Prof. Sofiane Ben Hamouda | Green Networking Awards | Excellence in Research

Prof. Sofiane Ben Hamouda, Center for Research in Microelectronics and Nanotechnology Sousse, Tunisia

Dr. Sofiane Ben Hamouda is an Associate Professor at the Research Center of Microelectronics and Nanotechnology in Sousse, Tunisia. He specializes in membrane technologies, water treatment, and gas separation, with a focus on desalination and the removal of micropollutants. Dr. Ben Hamouda holds a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from the University of Rouen and the University of Monastir. Over the years, he has contributed to the development of dense membranes for gas and water separation, and his work has made significant advances in environmental chemistry and membrane separation technologies. His pedagogic career spans several prestigious institutions, including the Faculty of Pharmacy in Monastir, the Faculty of Science in Bizerte, and the Water Research Center in Borj Cedria. A dedicated researcher and mentor, Dr. Ben Hamouda has supervised several Ph.D. and Master’s theses related to desalination and water purification technologies.

Professional Profile:

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Summary of Suitability for the Award:

Sofiane Ben Hamouda is an excellent candidate for the Excellence in Research award, given his significant contributions to the fields of physical chemistry, membrane technologies, and water treatment. His extensive academic background, combined with a wealth of professional and research experience, makes him an ideal choice for this prestigious recognition.

🎓Education :

Dr. Sofiane Ben Hamouda holds an extensive educational background in chemistry, with a focus on physical chemistry and membrane technologies. He earned his Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from the University of Rouen and the University of Monastir in September 2006, where his dissertation focused on the elaboration of dense membranes for separating olefin/paraffin mixtures. He completed his Master of Science in Physical Chemistry at the University of Rouen and Paris XII in 2002, specializing in the use of PEBAX membranes for seawater desalination through pervaporation. Dr. Ben Hamouda also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Sciences from the University of Monastir, awarded in 2001. His academic path reflects a deep interest in advanced chemical processes, especially membrane technologies for water treatment and environmental applications. His studies under the guidance of leading professors in France and Tunisia have shaped his expertise in membrane-based separation systems.

🏢Professional Experience :

Dr. Sofiane Ben Hamouda has had an impressive career in academia and research. He started as an assistant professor in analytical chemistry at the Faculty of Pharmacy in Monastir from 2006 to 2009. From 2009 to 2017, he worked at the Water Research Center in Borj Cedria, where he rose to the position of associate professor by 2017. Dr. Ben Hamouda has been serving as an Associate Professor at the Research Center of Microelectronics and Nanotechnology in Sousse since 2017, contributing to cutting-edge research in membrane technologies and water purification. Additionally, he has taught various courses at the Faculty of Science of Bizerte, where he specializes in membrane treatment and water purification. His professional experiences extend to supervising numerous Ph.D. and Master’s students, and he has been actively involved in institutional programs like Horizon 2020. His career spans a wide range of scientific and pedagogical contributions in water treatment and membrane separation technologies.

🏅Awards and Honors :

Dr. Sofiane Ben Hamouda’s career is marked by numerous recognitions for his research and academic contributions. He has been honored for his work in membrane separation technologies, particularly in desalination and the treatment of micropollutants. Among his many achievements, he has been a referee for prestigious journals, including Journal of Applied Polymer Science and Journal of Polymer Research. Dr. Ben Hamouda is also an institutional contact for the H2020 and Horizon Europe programs and has contributed to the evaluation of research projects between Tunisia and South Africa. He is a member of several committees, including the Ph.D. and HDR committees at the Faculty of Science of Monastir. His expertise in technology transfer and innovation was recognized with a specialized training in Hammamet in 2023. Dr. Ben Hamouda’s distinguished career highlights his commitment to advancing science and technology, particularly in water purification and environmental sustainability.

🔬Research Focus :

Dr. Sofiane Ben Hamouda’s research is centered on the development of advanced membrane technologies for water treatment and gas separation. His work includes the study of pervaporation, reverse osmosis, and other membrane separation processes for desalination and the removal of micropollutants from water. He has specialized in the design and characterization of dense membranes, particularly using materials such as PEBAX and polyamide block copolymers. His research also explores sorption and permeation measurements of water and gases, thermal techniques, and spectral techniques like FTIR and UV-visible spectroscopy. Dr. Ben Hamouda’s work on membrane contactor technologies has been pivotal in improving seawater desalination processes, and he has developed innovative solutions for separating organic mixtures. His ongoing projects include supervising Ph.D. students working on detecting micropollutants in water and further advancing membrane technologies for environmental applications. His interdisciplinary approach merges physical chemistry with practical solutions for environmental sustainability.

Publication Top Notes:

  1. Title: “Towards azeotropic MeOH-MTBE separation using pervaporation chitosan-based deep eutectic solvent membranes”

    Citations: 87

  2. Title: “Exploring the effect of iron metal-organic framework particles in polylactic acid membranes for the azeotropic separation of organic/organic mixtures by pervaporation”

    Citations: 42

  3. Title: “Removal of azoic dyes from aqueous solutions by chitosan enhanced ultrafiltration”

    Citations: 52

  4. Title: “Donnan dialysis as membrane process for nitrate removal from drinking water: Membrane structure effect”

    Citations: 26

  5. Title: “The effect of operating conditions on the retention of Toluidine blue by polyelectrolyte-enhanced ultrafiltration”

    Citations: 4