Usha Iyer-Raniga | Built Environment | Best Researcher Award

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Best Researcher Award

Usha Iyer-Raniga
RMIT University,Australia

Usha Iyer-Raniga
Affiliation RMIT University
Country Australia
Scopus ID 6506841502
Documents 106
Citations 2,015
h-index 23
Subject Area Built Environment
Event Applied Scientist Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-3088-8739

Usha Iyer-Raniga is a researcher affiliated with RMIT University, Australia, whose academic profile is associated with the built environment and sustainability-oriented research. Her research record includes scholarly publications indexed in major academic databases and contributions related to sustainable development, the built environment, and the advancement of research-informed practice. [1][2]

Abstract

Usha Iyer-Raniga is an Australia-based researcher affiliated with RMIT University whose academic work is situated within the broad field of the built environment. Her research profile reflects engagement with sustainability, the development of resilient and responsible built environments, and the relationship between research, policy, education, and professional practice. Her scholarly record, as represented by indexed publication and citation metrics, provides a basis for evaluating her contribution to research and knowledge development in the field.[1] [2]

Keywords

Usha Iyer-Raniga; Best Researcher Award; Built Environment; Sustainable Development; Research Impact; RMIT University; Applied Scientist Awards

Introduction

Research in the built environment encompasses the planning, design, construction, operation, and transformation of buildings, infrastructure, and communities. It increasingly intersects with sustainability, climate adaptation, resource efficiency, circularity, and the social dimensions of the environments in which people live and work. Within this interdisciplinary context, research contributions are commonly assessed through a combination of scholarly outputs, citation indicators, disciplinary relevance, and evidence of broader knowledge impact.[3][2]

Research Profile

The research profile of Usha Iyer-Raniga is positioned within the subject area of the built environment. This field is inherently interdisciplinary and incorporates concepts from architecture, construction, urban development, environmental sustainability, engineering, policy, and social research. A researcher working in this domain may contribute to both theoretical understanding and applied approaches to improving the performance and sustainability of the built environment.[1]

Research Contributions

Research contributions in the built environment can extend across multiple levels, including the production of scholarly knowledge, the development of methodological approaches, the support of sustainable practices, and the translation of research findings into professional or policy contexts. The relevance of such contributions is often strengthened when research addresses complex challenges that require collaboration across academic disciplines and stakeholder groups.

  • Advancement of research connected with the built environment and sustainability.
  • Contribution to the scholarly literature through peer-reviewed research outputs.[3]

Publications

The supplied Scopus profile records 106 documents associated with the researcher. Indexed publications provide a structured record of scholarly activity and may include research articles, reviews, conference contributions, book chapters, and other document types depending on database classification. The interpretation of a publication record is most meaningful when considered alongside the subject area, the nature of the research outputs, and their contribution to the relevant academic literature.[1][4]

Research Impact

The reported citation count of 2,015 and h-index of 23 indicate a measurable level of scholarly visibility within the indexed research literature. Citation metrics are useful for examining patterns of academic recognition, although they should not be treated as a complete measure of research quality or societal impact. Responsible research assessment generally recommends using quantitative indicators alongside qualitative evidence and contextual analysis. [3]

Award Suitability

The Best Researcher Award recognizes the importance of sustained scholarly activity, research relevance, publication performance, and evidence of contribution to a field of study. Based on the supplied academic profile, Usha Iyer-Raniga demonstrates a research record associated with the built environment, a substantial indexed publication portfolio, and measurable citation impact. [5]

Conclusion

Usha Iyer-Raniga’s research profile represents an academic career connected with the built environment and sustainability-oriented scholarship. The supplied record of 106 documents, 2,015 citations, and an h-index of 23 provides quantitative evidence of sustained scholarly activity and visibility within indexed research literature.[1] Considered alongside the interdisciplinary importance of built-environment research, these indicators provide a relevant basis for academic recognition and evaluation under a Best Researcher Award framework.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Usha Iyer-Raniga, Author ID 6506841502. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/pages/authors/6506841502
  2. MT Islam, U Iyer-Raniga. (2023). Life cycle assessment of e-waste management system in Australia: Case of waste printed circuit board (PCB).
    https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0959652623022400
  3. R Fay, G Treloar, U Iyer-Raniga. (2000). Life-cycle energy analysis of buildings: a case study.
    https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/096132100369073
  4. MT Islam, U Iyer-Raniga. (2022). Lithium-ion battery recycling in the circular economy: a review.
    https://www.mdpi.com/2313-4321/7/3/33
  5. O Ho, U Iyer-Raniga, & et al. (2024). A conceptual model for integrating circular economy in the built environment: An analysis of literature and local-based case studies.
    https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0959652624009648

Bashar Dayoub | Urban Planning | Research Excellence Award

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Research Excellence Award

Bashar Dayoub
Fujian University of Technology, China
Bashar Dayoub
Affiliation Fujian University of Technology
Country China
Scopus ID 57207768374
Documents 7
Citations 81
h-index 4
Subject Area Urban Planning
Event Applied Scientist Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-2954-0292

Bashar Dayoub in the fields of urban planning, cultural heritage governance, sustainable tourism, and global urbanism. His research integrates comparative conservation approaches, digital heritage methodologies, and Silk Road cultural studies within broader frameworks of sustainable urban development and spatial planning.[1] Through scholarly publications, funded projects, teaching activities, and international collaborations, Dayoub has contributed to contemporary discussions concerning heritage justice, tourism planning, urban memory, and cross-cultural conservation systems.[2]

Abstract

Bashar Dayoub is an urban planning researcher and educator specializing in cultural heritage governance, urban humanities, heritage justice, and comparative conservation systems. His research examines how Chinese and Western conservation paradigms influence spatial governance, urban memory, and community participation within historic settlements and heritage landscapes. His scholarship further explores the role of sustainable tourism, digital innovation, and metaverse technologies in heritage planning and cultural corridor development.[3] Through interdisciplinary methodologies and international collaboration, his academic work contributes to ongoing scholarly discourse surrounding global urbanism and sustainable planning systems.[4]

Keywords

Urban Planning; Cultural Heritage; Heritage Governance; Sustainable Tourism; Global Urbanism; Urban Humanities; Belt and Road Initiative; Maritime Silk Road; Digital Heritage; Conservation Studies

Introduction

Contemporary urban planning research increasingly emphasizes the relationship between cultural heritage, sustainable development, and transnational urban systems. Within this context, Bashar Dayoub has developed an interdisciplinary academic profile focused on historic urban settlements, conservation policy, and tourism planning. His research explores how spatial governance and heritage management can contribute to more inclusive and sustainable urban environments.[5]

His scholarly work also contributes to comparative studies involving Chinese, Middle Eastern, and European planning traditions. By integrating digital heritage methods, tourism frameworks, and cultural route analysis, his publications examine the evolving role of heritage conservation in modern urban development strategies.

Research Profile

Bashar Dayoub currently serves as a lecturer at the College of Architecture and Urban and Rural Planning at Fujian University of Technology in Fuzhou, China. He completed his PhD in Urban and Rural Planning at Chongqing University and has since engaged in teaching, supervision, and interdisciplinary research activities related to heritage governance and urban sustainability.[7]

His research profile encompasses urban humanities, cultural route planning, heritage justice, and digital methods for tourism planning. He has participated in several funded research projects concerning Maritime Silk Road heritage conservation, spatial governance, and smart renewal systems for historic districts in Fujian Province.

  • Heritage governance and urban memory studies
  • Cross-cultural conservation frameworks and spatial governance
  • Digital tourism planning and metaverse applications
  • Maritime Silk Road and cultural corridor research
  • Urban humanities and sustainable planning methodologies

Research Contributions

Bashar Dayoub’s research contributions are centered on the integration of heritage conservation principles with contemporary urban planning systems. His studies investigate how tourism, digital technologies, and cultural identity interact within historic settlements and transnational cultural routes. Several of his publications focus on the Belt and Road Initiative and its implications for tourism development, cultural preservation, and sustainable planning frameworks.

His work also contributes to discussions surrounding metaverse-based tourism, comparative conservation methodologies, and smart heritage management systems. These contributions demonstrate an interdisciplinary approach combining urban planning theory, sustainability research, and digital innovation within heritage studies.

  • Comparative analysis of Chinese and Western conservation systems
  • Research on sustainable tourism and Silk Road cultural routes
  • Studies on metaverse integration in heritage tourism planning
  • Participation in heritage governance and spatial planning projects
  • Academic contributions to urban humanities and global urbanism

Publications

The Scopus profile lists 7 indexed documents associated with Bashar Dayoub [1]. Indexed publications play an important role in academic visibility because they allow research outputs to be discovered, cited, and evaluated within international scholarly databases.

Research Impact

Bashar Dayoub is reflected through interdisciplinary publications, citation metrics, funded projects, and international academic collaborations. According to Scopus bibliometric indicators, his scholarly works have received citations in fields associated with urban planning, sustainability, tourism studies, and cultural heritage management.

In addition to publication activity, Dayoub has participated in international conferences and academic collaborations concerning heritage conservation and urban innovation. His involvement in funded projects related to smart heritage renewal and Maritime Silk Road research further demonstrates institutional engagement in applied planning research and interdisciplinary heritage studies.

  • Scopus-indexed publications and citation activity
  • Participation in interdisciplinary heritage research projects
  • International conference presentations in planning and sustainability
  • Teaching and graduate supervision in urban planning programmes
  • Collaboration in cultural heritage and conservation initiatives

Award Suitability

Bashar Dayoub’s academic profile demonstrates alignment with the objectives associated with research excellence recognition in applied urban planning and heritage studies. His work combines theoretical scholarship with practical applications in sustainable tourism, heritage governance, and digital urban systems. Through interdisciplinary collaboration and scholarly dissemination, he has contributed to contemporary research discussions concerning urban resilience, cultural preservation, and transnational planning systems.[6]

His contributions to funded research projects, peer-reviewed publications, conference participation, and graduate education reflect sustained engagement within the field of urban planning. These academic activities support the relevance of his research profile within international discussions concerning heritage conservation and sustainable urban development.

Conclusion

Bashar Dayoub has developed a multidisciplinary academic profile focused on urban planning, cultural heritage governance, and sustainable tourism systems. His research integrates comparative conservation methodologies, digital innovation, and urban humanities perspectives to address contemporary challenges affecting historic urban settlements and cultural landscapes. Through publications, research collaboration, teaching activities, and participation in heritage planning initiatives, his work contributes to evolving scholarly discourse in global urbanism and sustainable planning studies.[7]

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Bashar Dayoub, Author ID 57207768374. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57207768374
  2. Fujian University of Technology. (n.d.). Faculty profile of Bashar Dayoub.
    https://faculty.fjut.edu.cn/Bashar/en/index.htm
  3. Dayoub, B., Yang, P., Omran, S., Zhang, Q., & Dayoub, A. (2024). Digital Silk Roads: Leveraging the Metaverse for Cultural Tourism within the Belt and Road Initiative Framework. Electronics.
    https://doi.org/10.3390/electronics13122306
  4. Dayoub, B., Yang, P., Omran, S., Zhang, Q., Chen, X., Alabsi, A., & Dayoub, A. (2024). The Belt and Road Initiative’s impact on tourism and heritage along the Silk Roads: A systematic literature review and future research agenda. PLOS ONE.
    https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0306298
  5. International Review for Spatial Planning and Sustainable Development. (2024). The Role of Metaverse in Silk Road’s Tourism: A Qualitative Study within China’s BRI Context.
    https://doi.org/10.14246/irspsd.12.2_63
  6. International Journal of Sustainable Development and Planning. (2020). The Role of Cultural Routes in Sustainable Tourism Development: A Case Study of Syria’s Spiritual Route.
    https://doi.org/10.18280/ijsdp.150610
  7. ResearchGate. (n.d.). Bashar Dayoub research profile and publications.
    https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Bashar-Dayoub

Hengheng Xia | Energy Sustainability | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Hengheng Xia | Energy Sustainability | Best Researcher Award

R&D Director | National Engineering Research Center for Supercapacitor for Vechicles, Shanghai Aowei Technology Development Co, Ltd | China

Dr. Hengheng Xia  is a distinguished Senior Engineer and R&D Director at the National Engineering Research Center for Supercapacitor for Vehicles, Shanghai Aowei Technology Development Co., Ltd., with over a decade of experience advancing energy storage technologies. His research focuses on the design, optimization, and commercialization of supercapacitors, high-power lithium/sodium-ion batteries, and high-performance electrolytes. Over the years, he has made substantial contributions to the field, authoring 16 scientific papers published in SCI and Chinese core journals, with 64 citations across 64 documents, 7 indexed publications, and an h-index of 3. His expertise extends beyond academic research into innovation and standardization, as evidenced by 46 patent applications, active participation in drafting 3 technical standards, and co-authoring 2 professional monographs that contribute to industrial and academic knowledge exchange. Among his representative works, his featured publication “Quasi-commercial pouch sodium-ion battery capacitors achieve extended high-power cyclability through activated carbon hybrid cathode design with presodiation-free anodes” highlights his pioneering efforts in developing practical sodium-ion capacitor systems with enhanced cyclability and energy efficiency. Other notable studies explore the optimization of organic electrolytes in Li-ion hybrid supercapacitors and the functionalization of carbon nanotubes for improved electrochemical activity. Through his innovative research and leadership, Dr. Hengheng Xia has played a pivotal role in bridging materials science and industrial application, driving forward China’s progress in sustainable and high-performance energy storage technologies.

Profile : Scopus | Research Gate

Featured Publication

Xia, H., [Other authors if available]. (2024). Optimization of mass matching and organic electrolytes for Li-ion hybrid supercapacitors based on LiMn₂O₄ cathode and AC anode with commercial-level mass loading. Journal of Solid State Electrochemistry.