Shuai huang | Soil | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Shuai huang | Soil | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Shuai huang, National Institute of Natural Hazards, China

Prof. Dr. Shuai Huang is a Research Fellow at the National Institute of Natural Hazards, China, specializing in earthquake disaster mechanisms, resilience-based prevention, and geotechnical engineering. He holds a Ph.D. in Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Engineering from the University of Science and Technology Beijing and was a visiting scholar at Imperial College London. Dr. Huang has led numerous national and provincial research projects, contributed to emergency responses for major disasters, and received multiple prestigious scientific awards. He has published over 50 SCI/EI papers, holds more than 50 invention patents, and plays a key role in developing seismic safety standards.

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Summary:

Prof. Dr. Shuai Huang is a leading researcher in geotechnical engineering, earthquake disaster prevention, and infrastructure resilience. His extensive publication record, leadership roles, and real-world engineering contributions make him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His work has had a profound impact on seismic safety, national disaster prevention policies, and engineering applications.

🎓 Education

Huang Shuai holds a Ph.D. in Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Engineering and Protection Engineering from the University of Science and Technology Beijing, which he obtained in 2015. He is currently a research fellow at the National Institute of Natural Disaster Prevention and Control, Ministry of Emergency Management, and a master’s supervisor at the Beijing Institute of Technology. From February 2023 to February 2024, he was a visiting scholar at Imperial College London.

💼Experience

Huang Shuai has extensive experience in earthquake disaster chain research, disaster mechanisms, and resilience-based prevention and control. He has held several key positions, including Associate Researcher at the National Academy of Natural Disaster Prevention and Control (July 2020 – February 2023) and Associate Researcher at the Institute of Crustal Stress, China Earthquake Administration (November 2017 – July 2020). From May 2015 to November 2017, he served as an Assistant Researcher at the Institute of Crustal Stress, China Earthquake Administration. He has provided emergency support for major earthquake, geological, and flood disasters, including the “7.20” heavy rainstorm disaster in Zhengzhou, Henan, and the 2023 floods in She County, Anhui Province.

🔬Research Focus

His primary research areas include slope seismic design and resilience prevention, the dynamic interaction between environmental media and engineering structures, seismic stability analysis and prevention technology for reservoir bank slopes, and failure mechanisms of high and steep slopes under rainfall-earthquake coupling. He is actively involved in the development of seismic safety standards for water-rich slopes and dangerous reservoirs.

🛠️Skills

Huang Shuai is proficient in earthquake-induced disaster simulation, seismic performance analysis of engineering structures, and the application of digital twin simulation platforms for disaster prediction. He has published more than 50 SCI/EI papers in top journals, with three being selected as ESI highly cited papers. Additionally, he has led over 10 engineering projects and holds over 50 invention patents. He has contributed to the compilation of two national standards and four group standards. As a key member of various professional organizations, he is involved in expert reviews, disaster resilience initiatives, and academic editorial work.

🏆Awards

Huang Shuai has received 18 social science and technology awards, including the Second Prize of the China Earthquake Administration Earthquake Prevention and Disaster Reduction Scientific Achievement Award, the Second Prize of the Qingdao Science and Technology Progress Award, and the China Industry-University-Research Cooperation Innovation Achievement Award. He has also been recognized as one of the “21st National Youth Job Experts” by the Youth League Central Committee and the Ministry of Human Resources, as well as a Beijing Excellent Talent Youth Backbone Individual. His research has been selected as one of the “2023 Capital Frontier Academic Results” by the Beijing Association for Science and Technology.

📚 Publications

  • Research on Dynamic Response and Deformation Instability Mechanism of Slope Under Rainfall-Earthquake Sequences

    • Author(s): Huang, Shuai; Liu, Jingwei

    • Year: 2025

    • Journal: Bulletin of Engineering Geology and the Environment

  • Research on Simplified Evaluation Method for Soil-Rock Mixed Slope Stability Under Dam-Break Flood Impact

    • Author(s): Huang, Shuai; Zhang, Lin; Li, Dong

    • Year: 2025

    • Journal: Bulletin of Engineering Geology and the Environment

  • Interaction of Pipelines with Landslides: Analysis of Mechanical Properties at Different Strengths

    • Author(s): Zhang, Junhao; Huang, Shuai; Wang, Hongyu; Zhou, Biao; Liu, Jingwei

    • Year: 2025

  • Deformation and Failure Mechanism of Overlying Soil Layers Under Strike-Slip Fault Action

    • Author(s): Pei, Pengcheng; Huang, Shuai; Yuan, Jing; Zhang, Zhikang

    • Year: 2024

    • Journal: Chinese Journal of Geological Hazard and Control

  • Machine Learning and Numerical Simulation Research on Specific Energy Consumption for Gradated Coarse Particle Two-Phase Flow in Inclined Pipes

    • Author(s): Wan, Chuyi; Xiao, Shengpeng; Zhou, Dai; Huan, Caiyun; Han, Zhaolong

    • Year: 2024

    • Journal: Physics of Fluids

  • Reconstruction of the Solid-Liquid Two-Phase Flow Field in the Pipeline Based on Limited Pipeline Wall Information

    • Author(s): Xiao, Shengpeng; Wan, Chuyi; Zhu, Hongbo; Zhang, Mengmeng; Han, Zhaolong

    • Year: 2025

    • Journal: Physics of Fluids

  • Impact Response of Dam Affected by Landslide Surge Based on Improved SPH Method

    • Author(s): Huang, Shuai; Wang, Zhonggen; Li, Yu; Feng, Yuxiang

    • Year: 2025

    • Journal: Gongcheng Kexue Yu Jishu/Advanced Engineering Sciences

Conclusion:

Prof. Dr. Shuai Huang is highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award. His work not only advances academic knowledge but also provides critical solutions for disaster mitigation and infrastructure resilience. With further global engagement and interdisciplinary expansion, his influence in the field will continue to grow.

Emmanuel Kwaku Manu | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Emmanuel Kwaku Manu | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Emmanuel Kwaku Manu, University of New England, Australia

Dr. Emmanuel Kwaku Manu is a researcher and lecturer at the University of New England, Australia. He holds a Ph.D. in Management from Jiangsu University, China, and is completing a Ph.D. in Economics at the University of New England. His research focuses on energy economics, financial economics, environmental sustainability, and the role of financial institutions in Sub-Saharan Africa. He has received numerous awards, including the Jiangsu Presidential Scholarship and the International Postgraduate Research Scholarship. Dr. Manu is also a member of various professional organizations and has extensive experience in teaching and research.

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Dr. Emmanuel Kwaku Manu has demonstrated exceptional research abilities throughout his career. His interdisciplinary research has made substantial contributions to understanding environmental sustainability, financial development, and governance, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa. His work not only addresses the pressing challenges of climate change and renewable energy but also offers critical insights into how governance, policy, and innovation can shape sustainable development in emerging economies. His published research has been highly cited, underlining its importance and influence in the field.

 

🎓 Education

Emmanuel Kwaku Manu holds a B.A. in Economics and Entrepreneurship Development Studies from the University for Development Studies in Ghana, completed in 2012. He further pursued advanced studies, obtaining an MHon degree from N.I. Lobachevsky State University of Nizhny Novgorod, Russia in 2018. In 2021, he earned a Ph.D. in Management from Jiangsu University, China. Emmanuel is currently finishing his Ph.D. in Economics at the University of New England, Australia, with expected completion in December 2024. Additionally, he is a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow at Jiangsu University, China, in 2024.

 

💼Experience

Emmanuel has accumulated substantial teaching experience across various institutions. He is currently serving as a Casual Lecturer at the University of New England, Australia, where he teaches courses in Business Analytics, Macroeconomics, and Analytics for Business Research. Prior to this, he was a Teaching Assistant at Jiangsu University, China, and Tamale Technical University in Ghana. Emmanuel also contributed to research internships and project monitoring with Action Aid Ghana and the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI).

 

🔬Research Focus

Emmanuel’s research interests are wide-ranging and encompass Economics, Econometrics, Management, Entrepreneurship, Health Economics, Energy Economics, and Financial Economics. His work often explores the intersection of financial systems, environmental sustainability, and governance, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa. His current research includes topics such as the impact of technological innovation on environmental sustainability, renewable energy deployment, and the role of financial institutions in carbon emissions reduction.

 

Awards

Emmanuel has received several prestigious awards, including the Best Graduating Student Award from Lobachevsky State University in 2018, the Jiangsu Presidential Scholarship, and the Zhenjiang Aluminium Company internship scholarship. Additionally, he was awarded the Jiangsu post-doctoral scholarship and the International Postgraduate Research Scholarship at the University of New England. These accolades reflect his academic excellence and commitment to advancing research in his field.

Skills

Emmanuel is proficient in analytical software such as SPSS, STATA, E-VIEWS, and R programming, along with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. His excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Akan (Twi) have enabled him to present research papers at conferences and deliver consultancy reports. His strong research skills also extend to his work in econometrics, energy economics, and financial economics.

 

Publications

  • The impact of environmental policy, technological innovations, and digitalisation: Does context matter in natural resource management in Sub-Sahara Africa?
    • Authors: Manu, E.K., Asongu, S.A.
    • Citations: 0
    • Year: 2025
    • Journal: Extractive Industries and Society

 

  • Do strong innovation capability and environmental turbulence influence the nexus between CRM and business performance?
    • Authors: Qalati, S.A., Jiang, M., Gyedu, S., Manu, E.K.
    • Citations: 6
    • Year: 2024
    • Journal: Business Strategy and the Environment

 

  • Natural resource extraction and environmental sustainability in Africa: The role of voice and accountability
    • Authors: Manu, E.K., Chen, G.S., Hoang, N., Leu, S.
    • Citations: 5
    • Year: 2024
    • Journal: Sustainable Development

 

  • Do environmental regulations and technological innovation enhance environmental well-being in sub-Saharan Africa?
    • Authors: Manu, E.K., Chen, G.S., Adomako, S.
    • Citations: 2
    • Year: 2024
    • Journal: Business Strategy and the Environment

 

  • Natural resource abundance, governance, and government expenditure: Empirical insights from environmental sustainability
    • Authors: Donkor, M., Kong, Y., Manu, E.K.
    • Citations: 1
    • Year: 2024
    • Journal: Sustainable Development

 

  • Achieving environmental sustainability in Africa: The role of financial institutions development on carbon emissions
    • Authors: Chen, G.S., Manu, E.K., Asante, D.
    • Citations: 11
    • Year: 2023
    • Journal: Sustainable Development

 

  • Examining Finance-Growth Nexus: Empirical Evidence From the Sub-Regional Economies of Africa
    • Authors: Haibo, C., Manu, E.K., Somuah, M.
    • Citations: 8
    • Year: 2023
    • Journal: SAGE Open

 

  • Economic Growth and Environmental Quality: Analysis of Government Expenditure and the Causal Effect
    • Authors: Donkor, M., Kong, Y., Manu, E.K., Ntarmah, A.H., Appiah-Twum, F.
    • Citations: 18
    • Year: 2022
    • Journal: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health

 

Conclusion:

Dr. Manu is undoubtedly a leading researcher in his field with significant potential for continued growth and impact. His strong academic record, extensive publications, and critical research on sustainability, governance, and energy economics make him an ideal candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Expanding his focus to new areas, increasing public engagement, and exploring more regional contexts could further elevate his already impressive body of work.