Xiaoming Zhang | Integrated Energy System | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Xiaoming Zhang | Integrated Energy System | Best Researcher Award

Lecturer at Inner Mongolia University Of Science and Technology, China.

Dr. Xiaoming Zhang is a researcher in the field of thermal and renewable energy systems. He obtained his Ph.D. from Beijing University of Technology, specializing in Power Engineering and Engineering Thermophysics. With a multidisciplinary background and academic appointments, his work integrates experimental analysis, system modeling, and advanced optimization methods including AI-driven tools for improving energy system efficiency and sustainability. He has contributed to over 10 academic papers and co-authored 2 monographs in his field.

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Education 🎓📚

  • B.Eng. in Thermal Energy and Power Engineering, Inner Mongolia University of Science and Technology, China (2004–2008)

  • M.Eng. in Power Engineering, Inner Mongolia University of Technology, China (2012–2015)

  • Ph.D. in Power Engineering and Engineering Thermophysics, Beijing University of Technology, China (2015–2020)

Professional Experience 🧑‍🏫💼

Dr. Xiaoming Zhang currently serves as a faculty member at the School of Information Engineering, Inner Mongolia University of Science and Technology, where he has been engaged in teaching and scientific research since July 2020. Over the past years, he has actively contributed to the advancement of new energy systems and thermal engineering. Dr. Zhang has successfully led multiple research projects, including one funded by the Inner Mongolia Natural Science Fund, one provincial and ministerial-level talent project, and one enterprise-collaborated horizontal project.

Research Interest 🔬📈

  • New energy development and utilization

  • Integrated energy system planning and optimization

  • Thermal energy storage using molten salt technology

  • Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) systems

  • Application of machine learning in energy systems

  • Solar thermal power systems

Publications Top Note 📝

1. Zhang X., Ding C., Liang G., Yang P., Wang X.

Title: Research on integrated energy system planning based on the correlation between wind power and photovoltaic output
Journal: IET Renewable Power Generation
Year: 2024
Pages: 1–12
Highlights:

  • Investigates coordinated planning methods for integrated energy systems

  • Focuses on wind-PV output correlation to enhance energy system efficiency

2. Zhang X. M., Zhang C. C., Wu Y. T., Lu Y. W.

Title: Experimental research of high temperature dynamic corrosion characteristic of stainless steels in nitrate eutectic molten salt
Journal: Solar Energy
Volume: 209
Year: 2020
Pages: 618–627
Highlights:

  • Examines corrosion behavior of stainless steel in high-temperature molten salt

  • Provides experimental data for thermal energy storage design

3. Zhang X. M., Wu Y. T., Ma C. F., et al.

Title: Experimental Study on Temperature Distribution and Heat Losses of a Molten Salt Heat Storage Tank
Journal: Energies
Volume: 12(10)
Year: 2019
Article ID: 1943
Highlights:

  • Focus on thermal analysis of heat storage tanks using molten salt

  • Supports optimization of thermal storage in solar power plants

4. Zhang Xiaoming, Wu Yuting

Title: Energy and General Analysis of Trough Solar Thermal Power System
Journal: Journal of Solar Energy
Volume: 42(12)
Year: 2021
Pages: 9–16
Highlights:

  • Provides modeling and efficiency analysis of trough solar thermal systems

  • Useful for improving solar thermal plant design

5. Zhang Xiaoming, Wu Yuting, et al.

Title: Structure Design, Temperature Distribution and Stress Analysis of Large Molten Salt Tank
Journal: Journal of Beijing University of Technology
Volume: 47(9)
Year: 2021
Pages: 1064–1073
Highlights:

  • Covers mechanical stress and heat behavior in large-scale energy storage tanks

  • Combines finite element analysis with experimental validation

Conclusion 🌟🎯

Dr. Xiaoming Zhang is an outstanding candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award, particularly in the field of Integrated Energy Systems. His research aligns with urgent global priorities—clean energy transition, system resilience, and optimization through AI. With high-quality publications, solid project leadership, and impactful research contributions, Dr. Zhang demonstrates the excellence and forward-thinking innovation the award intends to recognize.

Dr. Elaheh Yaghoubi | Power System Awards | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Elaheh Yaghoubi | Power System Awards | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Elaheh Yaghoubi, Karabuk University, Turkey

Elaheh Yaghoubi is a Ph.D. candidate in Electronic and Electrical Engineering at Karabuk University, Turkey, with a perfect GPA of 4.0. Her research focuses on power system analysis, microgrids, power control in smart grids, model predictive control (MPC), and renewable energy. Elaheh earned her M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering from Islamic Azad University, Iran, and has a strong background in quality control, having worked as a senior manager in electronics companies and as a representative for the Iran Standard Organization. She is proficient in various programming languages and software tools and is actively involved in the PEDAR research group. Her notable research includes optimizing power control for grid-connected distributed generation and enhancing security in smart power microgrids.

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Evaluation for Elaheh Yaghoubi’s Suitability for the Best Researcher Award

Elaheh Yaghoubi’s exceptional research in power systems, smart grids, and renewable energy, combined with her perfect academic record and practical experience, position her as an excellent candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her contributions to optimizing power control and enhancing smart grid security, along with her commitment to academic and research excellence, make her a deserving recipient of this prestigious recognition.

🎓Education:

Elaheh Yaghoubi is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Electronic and Electrical Engineering at Karabuk University, Turkey, where she maintains a perfect GPA of 4.0. Her research focuses on optimal power control of grid-connected distributed generation within a hierarchical framework based on Model Predictive Control (MPC). She earned her M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering from Islamic Azad University, Qaemshahr, Iran, also with a perfect GPA of 4.0, where her thesis involved developing a routing algorithm for a large-scale chip grid. She completed her B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering at Aryan Institute of Science and Technology University, Iran, graduating with a GPA of 4.0, and holds an Associate’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from the University College of Rouzbahan, Iran, with a GPA of 3.5.

🏢Work Experience:

Elaheh Yaghoubi is currently a Principal Researcher at the Power Electrical Developing Advanced Research (PEDAR) Group, a position she has held since 2023. Prior to this, she worked as a Website Designer at WebCore Company from 2019 to 2021. She also has experience as a Senior Manager at Rico Electronics Company (2018-2019) and at Kati Kabl Tabarestan Factory (2015-2018).

🏅Awards and Honors:

Elaheh Yaghoubi has been recognized with the Best Researcher Award, highlighting her significant contributions and achievements in her field of study.

Publication Top Notes:

  • The Role of Mechanical Energy Storage Systems Based on Artificial Intelligence Techniques in Future Sustainable Energy Systems
    • Citations: 14
  • Triple-Channel Glasses-Shape Nanoplasmonic Demultiplexer Based on Multi Nanodisk Resonators in MIM Waveguide
    • Citations: 12
  • Electric Vehicles in China, Europe, and the United States: Current Trend and Market Comparison
    • Citations: 10
  • Tunable Band-Pass Plasmonic Filter and Wavelength Triple-Channel Demultiplexer Based on Square Nanodisk Resonator in MIM Waveguide
    • Citations: 10
  • Reducing the Vulnerability in Microgrid Power Systems
    • Citations: 9