Yan-Li Ji | Sustainable Technology | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Yan-Li Ji | Sustainable Technology | Best Researcher Award

Deputy Director of Discipline at Zhejiang University of Technology | China

Dr. Yan-Li Ji is a Professor at the College of Chemical Engineering, Zhejiang University of Technology, China. Her research focuses on the design and fabrication of advanced separation membranes for sustainable water treatment, energy efficiency, and environmental protection. With more than 60 SCI-indexed publications, over 3300 citations, and an H-index of 37, she has made significant contributions to membrane science and technology. She also holds 28 authorized patents and has led multiple national and provincial research projects in China.

Professional Profile:

Education: 

Dr. Yan-Li Ji received her Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, following an M.S. in Polymer Chemistry and Physics from Hebei University, Baoding, and a B.S. in Chemistry from Langfang Teachers University. This strong academic foundation laid the groundwork for her expertise in polymer science, membrane technology, and chemical engineering.

Experience:

Dr. Yan-Li Ji is currently a Professor at the College of Chemical Engineering, Zhejiang University of Technology. She previously served as a Visiting Scholar at KU Leuven, Belgium, and worked as an Associate Professor at the Center for Membrane and Water Science & Technology, Zhejiang University of Technology. Earlier in her career, she conducted postdoctoral research at the R&D Center for Membrane Technology, Chung Yuan University, Taiwan and at the Department of Polymer Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University, where she advanced her expertise in polymer-based separation membranes.

Research Interest:

Dr. Yan-Li Ji’s research addresses pressing global challenges such as water scarcity, energy shortages, and environmental pollution by developing advanced membrane separation technologies. Her work emphasizes the design and synthesis of nano-structured building blocks, the regulation of membrane formation mechanisms, and the fabrication of membranes with high perm-selectivity and antifouling properties. She also explores applications in organic solvent nanofiltration, ion separation, dye desalination, and employs atomistic simulations to uncover transport and separation mechanisms at the molecular scale.

Publications Top Noted:

  1. Polyamide modified anion exchange membrane by interfacial polymerization for nitrate and phosphate salt separation, Year: 2025 | Citations: 3

  2. PEDOT:PSS Nanoparticle Membranes for Organic Solvent Nanofiltration, Year: 2024 | Citation: 1

  3. Salt-responsive polyamide thin-film nanocomposite membrane based on zwitterionic polymeric nanoparticles for high-efficient dye desalination, Year: 2024 | Citation: 6

  4. The mechanisms underlying Li+/Mg2+ separation in ZIF-8 under an electric field from atomistic simulations, Year: 2024 | Citations: 3

  5. Facile surface modification of cation exchange membranes via Debus-Radziszewski in-situ cross-linking for lithium extraction from salt-lakes, Year: 2024 | Citations: 18

Conclusion:

Prof. Yan-Li Ji’s remarkable contributions to sustainable membrane technology make her an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award in Sustainable Technology. Her strong record of publications, patents, and funded projects underscores her role as a pioneer in water-energy-environment solutions. By further extending her work into industrial applications, international mentorship, and global policy engagement, she is poised to shape the future of sustainable technologies on both national and global scales. She exemplifies the award’s vision of recognizing researchers who drive innovation for a sustainable future.

Yency Carolina Vargas Henao | Digital Transformation | Best Researcher Award

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Yency Carolina Vargas Henao | Digital Transformation | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Yency Carolina Vargas Henao, Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières, Canada.

Yency Carolina Vargas Henao, a master’s student in Industrial Engineering at Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières, specializes in digital transformation in greenhouse agriculture. With a bachelor’s degree in Agro-industrial Engineering from Universidad de Los Llanos, she is dedicated to advancing sustainable agricultural practices through Industry 4.0 technologies. Her research focuses on cost-benefit analysis frameworks for optimizing greenhouse operations. Yency has co-authored a scientific article on cost mapping of digital technologies in controlled agricultural environments, showcasing her expertise in CAPEX and OPEX analysis. Her innovative work contributes to smarter, more efficient, and sustainable agricultural systems. 🌐

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Education & Experience:

📘 Bachelor’s Degree in Agro-industrial Engineering – Universidad de Los Llanos, Colombia
📘 Master’s Degree in Industrial Engineering (In Progress) – Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières
📊 Research Focus – Cost-benefit analysis of Industry 4.0 technologies in greenhouse horticulture
💼 Professional Experience – 3 years in sustainable agricultural development and digital transformation

Suitability for the Award

Mrs. Yency Carolina Vargas Henao, a Master’s student in Industrial Engineering at Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières, excels in digital transformation research for greenhouse agriculture. With a background in Agro-Industrial Engineering, she specializes in cost analysis and the economic optimization of Industry 4.0 technologies. Her co-authored work, “Cost Mapping of Digital Technologies in Greenhouses,” highlights her contributions to mapping CAPEX and OPEX, aiding strategic adoption of IoT, AI, and big data solutions. Yency’s research offers practical frameworks for enhancing efficiency, sustainability, and profitability in agriculture, positioning her as a deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

Professional Development

🔍 Yency’s professional development centers on leveraging advanced technologies to improve agricultural systems. She has mapped cost structures for Industry 4.0 technologies, highlighting CAPEX and OPEX elements, and developed strategies to integrate IoT, AI, and big data for sustainable greenhouse operations. Her work emphasizes optimizing year-round agricultural productivity, especially during high-energy consumption periods, promoting environmentally responsible practices. Yency’s co-authored research on digital cost mapping in agriculture aids stakeholders in strategic decision-making, ensuring technological adoption is both economically viable and sustainable. 🌿💡

Research Focus

🌐 Yency’s research focuses on the digital transformation of greenhouse agriculture through Industry 4.0 technologies. Her work examines integrating IoT, AI, and big data to enhance efficiency and sustainability. She explores the economic implications of adopting smart agricultural technologies, providing a cost-benefit analysis framework. Her research addresses key challenges, offering strategic solutions for optimizing operations during high-energy consumption periods, ensuring both productivity and environmental sustainability. Yency’s insights contribute to the evolution of precision agriculture, aiming to make advanced technology more accessible and impactful in agricultural systems. 🌱📊

Publication Highlights

  • A Comprehensive Cost Mapping of Digital Technologies in Greenhouses (2023)