Yashengnan Sun | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Yashengnan Sun | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Liaoning Technical University | China

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🌱 Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Yashengnan Sun’s academic journey began with a deep-rooted interest in industrial safety and environmental risk management. She earned her Ph.D. in Safety Science and Engineering from Liaoning Technical University, one of China's leading institutions in mining and safety research. Her early academic focus was shaped by the complex challenges associated with mine gas management and the prevention of hazardous explosions in confined spaces.

👩‍🏫 Professional Endeavors

Now serving as a Lecturer at the College of Safety Science and Engineering at Liaoning Technical University, Dr. Sun has committed her career to advancing research and education in occupational safety. Her day-to-day work involves supervising experimental research, mentoring students, and collaborating with industrial partners to address real-world gas explosion hazards in mining environments.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Sun’s research is centered on the elimination of carbon monoxide (CO), mitigation of mine gas risks, and the dynamics of gas explosions in restricted spaces. She has pioneered the use of copper–manganese-based catalysts for efficient CO removal and developed explosion suppression methods like strategically engineered vent doors. Her work plays a crucial role in improving safety protocols for underground coal mining, where gas-related accidents remain a significant risk.

🏆 Accolades and Recognition

Her impactful studies have been published in globally recognized journals including PLOS ONE, ACS Omega, AIP Advances, Scientific Reports, and Applied Surface Science. These SCI- and Scopus-indexed publications reflect both academic excellence and real-world relevance. Dr. Sun’s expertise has earned her recognition in the safety engineering community, and she is often sought for collaborative research across institutional and national borders.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Dr. Sun’s findings have been directly applied to enhance industrial safety systems, particularly in high-risk sectors like mining and confined space operations. Her work not only influences academic discourse but also informs policy development and engineering practice in hazardous gas environments. With a strong foundation in experimental analysis and applied research, she continues to contribute to the global conversation on workplace safety and hazard mitigation.

🔮 Legacy and Future Contributions

Looking ahead, Dr. Sun is poised to lead the next wave of innovation in safety engineering. Her future projects aim to further optimize gas detection and suppression technologies, explore smart safety systems, and expand international collaboration. With her unwavering commitment to research excellence and practical application, Dr. Sun is shaping a safer, smarter future for industries around the world.

Publications

📄Preparation Modification and Water Resistance Optimization of Cu–Mn CO Catalyst

Authors: Yashengnan Sun, Yanyan Zhu, Tianyu Xin, Xu Li, Xihua Zhou, Gang Bai, Wenjing Chang, Rongtao Zhu
Journal: Applied Surface Science
Year: 2025

📄Experimental Research on Rapid Removing Characteristics of Carbon Monoxide Generated During Gas Explosions

Authors: Yashengnan Sun, Dai-Viet N. Vo, Xihua Zhou, Ang Li, Gang Bai, Tianyu Xin, Jue Wang, Mufeng Xiao
Journal: PLOS ONE
Year: 2022

📄Effect of Sn on the CO Catalytic Activity and Water Resistance of Cu–Mn Catalyst

Authors: Yashengnan Sun, Xihua Zhou, Tianyu Xin, Gang Bai, Yumeng Wang, Xianlin Li, Xiao Mufeng
Journal: ACS Omega
Year: 2022

📄Experimental Study on the Evolution Trend of the Pore Structure and the Permeability of Coal Under Cyclic Loading and Unloading

Authors: Tianyu Xin, Bing Liang, Junguang Wang, Weiji Sun, Yashengnan Sun
Journal: ACS Omega
Year: 2021

📄Regularity of Mine Gas Flow Disaster Induced by Gas Natural Ventilation Pressure After Coal and Gas Outbursts

Authors: Jingxiao Yu, Zongxiang Li, Yu Liu, Ziwen Dong, Yashengnan Sun
Journal: ACS Omega
Year: 2021

Wafa Boulagouas | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Wafa Boulagouas | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Institute of Health and Safety, University of Batna | Algeria

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Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Wafa Boulagouas  earned her Bachelor's degree in Control of Industrial Risks from the University of Chahid Mustapha Ben Boulaid, Batna 2, Algeria, in 2013. Her dedication to the field continued as she pursued a Master’s degree in the same discipline, graduating as a valedictorian in 2015. Dr. Boulagouas furthered her education by obtaining a Ph.D. in Health and Industrial Safety, a joint effort between the University of Mentouri – Constantine 1, Algeria, and the Universidad de Burgos, Spain, completed in 2021. Additionally, she achieved professional certification with the NEBOSH International General Certificate in 2016.

Professional Endeavors

Dr. Boulagouas embarked on her professional career as a part-time teacher at the University of Chahid Mustapha Ben Boulaid, Batna 2, from 2015 to 2019. She expanded her experience as a visiting researcher at the Universidad de Burgos, Spain, in the academic year 2019/2020. Her career advanced as she became an Associate Professor at the Institute of Health and Safety at her alma mater in 2022. Beyond teaching, she took on significant administrative roles, including being responsible for the E-Learning Entity (Moodle) and participating in the Supporting and Accompanying Start-ups Cell.

Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Boulagouas’s research is primarily focused on industrial safety, risk assessment, and transportation safety. Her significant contributions include studying the distracted behaviors of unlicensed drivers and employing Bayesian theory for dynamic risk assessment. Her scholarly work is widely recognized, with presentations at various international conferences, such as the European Safety and Reliability Conference in Venice, Italy, and the International Symposium on Industrial Engineering, Maintenance, and Safety in Oran, Algeria.

Accolades and Recognition

Dr. Boulagouas has been honored multiple times for her academic and professional excellence. She received the Valedictorian Attestation for her Master's degree and was recognized during the official closing ceremony of the academic year 2014/2015 at the University of Batna 2. Her research contributions have earned her memberships in esteemed research units and laboratories, such as the Laboratory of Industrial Prevention Research and the “Ingeniería y organización industrial” unit at the Universidad de Burgos.

Impact and Influence

Dr. Boulagouas has made a profound impact through her extensive research and participation in international conferences. She has contributed to peer-reviewing research articles for various international journals, enhancing the quality and reliability of research in her field. Her involvement in major events like the COP-29 Side Event in Baku, Azerbaijan, and the International Medicine and Health Sciences Congress in the Maldives underscores her influence in the global academic community.

Legacy and Future Contributions

Dr. Boulagouas is poised to leave a lasting legacy in the fields of health and industrial safety. Her ongoing efforts in teaching, research, and administrative roles position her as a pivotal figure in advancing industrial safety standards and practices. Her future contributions are expected to further the understanding and implementation of effective safety protocols, benefiting both the academic community and industry professionals worldwide.

 

Notable Publications

Effects of mobile phone-related distraction on driving performance at roundabouts: Eye movements tracking perspective 2024

Effects of Mobile Phone Use on Driving Performance: An Experimental Study of Workload and Traffic Violations 2021 (21)

Assessment of the influence of technology-based distracted driving on drivers’ infractions and their subsequent impact on traffic accidents severity 2021 (17)

On the contribution to the alignment during an organizational change: Measurement of job satisfaction with working conditions 2021 (8)

An investigation into unsafe behaviors and traffic accidents involving unlicensed drivers: A perspective for alignment measurement 2020 (21)