Prof. Zhiguo Tang | Battery Thermal Management System | Best Researcher Award

Professor | Hefei University of Technology | China

Dr. Tang Zhiguo is an accomplished Associate Professor and Master’s Supervisor at the Hefei University of Technology, specializing in thermal and energy systems engineering. His research primarily focuses on flow and heat transfer enhancement technologies, thermal management of new energy vehicle power batteries and electronic systems, and green, low-carbon combustion technologies. Dr. Tang has made significant contributions to the development of microchannel and jet impingement heat transfer systems, biomass gasification and hydrogen-enriched combustion methods, and integrated thermal management strategies for electric vehicles and data centers. With over 71 academic publications indexed in SCI and EI, including papers in top-tier journals such as the International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer, Applied Thermal Engineering, Journal of Energy Storage, and Journal of Cleaner Production, his work has garnered 754 citations from 674 documents, reflecting an h-index of 15. He is also the first inventor on more than 40 invention patents, over half of which have been granted and successfully commercialized, contributing to advancements in clean energy and efficient thermal systems. Beyond his research, Dr. Tang actively contributes to national and provincial technical committees on combustion, energy conservation, and intelligent manufacturing standards, reinforcing his leadership in sustainable thermal system innovation. His mentorship has guided numerous graduate and undergraduate students to national recognition, further extending his influence in both academic and applied research communities.

Profiles: Scopus

Featured Publications

Tang, Z., et al. (2025). Thermal management performance study of a novel immersion-cooling cylindrical battery module with graduated-height-finned heat-dissipation sleeves. Journal of Energy Engineering.

Tang, Z., et al. (2025). Multi-objective optimization of a hybrid nanofluid jet impingement microchannel heat sink with stepped airfoil fins based on machine learning. Engineering Analysis with Boundary Elements.

Tang, Z., et al. (2025). Multi-objective optimization of parallel flow immersion cooling battery thermal management system with flow guide plates based on artificial neural network. Applied Thermal Engineering.

Tang, Z., et al. (2025). Experimental study on the aging cylindrical battery thermal management system with honeycomb metal skeleton and composite phase change material. Applied Thermal Engineering.

Tang, Z., et al. (2025). Multi-objective optimization of flow boiling heat transfer in a manifold microchannel heat sink with curved corners. International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer.

Tang, Z., et al. (2025). Multi-objective geometric optimization of protrusion, droplet ribs, and inclined upper plate of a slit jet impingement heat sink to enhance its thermal performance. Chemical Engineering and Processing: Process Intensification.

Tang, Z., et al. (2025). Study on the flow and heat transfer characteristics of a hybrid nanofluid jet impingement microchannel heat sink with airfoil fins. Asia-Pacific Journal of Chemical Engineering.

Dr. Vassilis Stavrakas |Energy system| Best Researcher Award

Technoeconomics of Energy Systems (TEESlab), University of Piraeus,Greece

Dr. Vassilis Stavrakas is a distinguished researcher at the Technoeconomics of Energy Systems Laboratory (TEESlab) at the University of Piraeus, Greece. His expertise spans energy systems analysis, technoeconomic assessments, and sustainable energy solutions. Dr. Stavrakas actively contributes to advancing research on energy transitions, with a focus on innovation and policy integration.

Summary:

Dr. Stavrakas combines academic excellence with practical expertise in energy system modeling and sustainability. With leadership roles at IEECP and TEESlab, he has contributed to impactful energy policy research and innovation. His interdisciplinary approach bridges academia, industry, and policy, aiming to drive the global transition to low-carbon energy systems.

Professional Profiles:

Scopus

🎓 Education :

Dr. Vassilis Stavrakas has a robust academic foundation in mechanical engineering and energy systems. He earned a Bachelor’s (BSc) and Master’s (MSc) degree in Mechanical Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), graduating with distinction (8.36/10, equivalent to the top 5% of his class). He later pursued a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) at the University of Piraeus (UNIPI), specializing in modeling and simulation methods to support low-carbon energy systems under the guidance of Prof. Dr. Alexandros Flamos

🏢 Experience:

Dr. Stavrakas has extensive experience in energy systems research and policy. He is the Financial Director and Co-founder of the Institute for European Energy and Climate Policy (IEECP), based in the Netherlands, where he has served since 2018. At IEECP, he combines financial oversight with strategic research contributions. Concurrently, he is a Senior Research Associate at the Technoeconomics of Energy Systems laboratory (TEESlab) at UNIPI, a role he has held since 2015.,Previously, he was a Teaching Assistant at UNIPI, teaching courses such as “Operations Research,” “Engineering Economics,” and “Techno-economics of Energy Systems” for six years. His early career includes a position as a Junior Research Assistant at NTUA’s Systems Bioengineering Lab, where he gained valuable experience in bioengineering systems.

🛠️Skills:

Energy System Modeling: Development of low-carbon pathways, scenario analysis, and simulation methods.,Energy Planning and Management: Expertise in sustainable and renewable energy strategies.,Industrial Innovation: Focus on business models supporting the twin transition of green and digital transformation.,Research Project Management: Over a decade of experience with European Commission-funded projects (e.g., FP7, Horizon 2020, LIFE).,Teaching and Mentorship: Proficiency in postgraduate-level instruction on renewable energy and optimization techniques.

Research Focus :

Dr. Stavrakas is actively engaged in energy systems modeling, low-carbon transition strategies, and renewable energy utilization. His research addresses barriers to sustainable energy adoption, development of twin transition frameworks, and innovation in industrial business models. He has contributed to numerous public and private research projects, focusing on energy efficiency, decarbonization, and policy design.

🔬Awards:

Regularly invited as a speaker at major international events such as EUSEW and COP-side events.,Published in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals and presented at prestigious conferences like ECEMP, EMP-E, and SDEWES.,Editorial Board Member for the journal Energy Sources, Part B: Economics, Planning, and Policy (Taylor & Francis Group).

Conclusion:

Dr. Stavrakas is an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his:,Proven expertise in energy systems and sustainable transitions.,Leadership in research and policy-oriented institutions.,Contributions to academia through teaching and editorial roles.

Publications:

Bidirectional soft-linking of a Capacity Expansion Model with a Production Cost Model to evaluate the feasibility of transition pathways towards carbon neutrality in the power sector
- Authors: Kleanthis, N., Stavrakas, V., Flamos, A.
- Published in: Applied Energy, 2025, Vol. 378, Article 124843.
- Citations: 0

How the COVID-19 pandemic changed stakeholder engagement processes in sustainability research in the long-term
- Authors: Süsser, D., Schibline, A., Ceglarz, A., Stavrakas, V., Schweizer, P.-J.
- Published in: F1000Research, 2024, Vol. 13, Article 458.
- Citations: 0

Devising policy strategies for the deployment of energy efficiency Pay-for-Performance programmes in the European Union
- Authors: Tzani, D., Exintaveloni, D.S., Stavrakas, V., Flamos, A.
- Published in: Energy Policy, 2023, Vol. 178, Article 113593.
- Citations: 0

How to improve energy efficiency policies to address energy poverty? Literature and stakeholder insights for private rented housing in Europe
- Authors: Papantonis, D., Tzani, D., Burbidge, M., Bouzarovski, S., Flamos, A.
- Published in: Energy Research and Social Science, 2022, Vol. 93, Article 102832.
- Citations: 21

Eliciting knowledge from stakeholders to identify critical issues of the transition to climate neutrality in Greece, the Nordic Region, and the European Union
- Authors: Kleanthis, N., Stavrakas, V., Ceglarz, A., Lilliestam, J., Flamos, A.
- Published in: Energy Research and Social Science, 2022, Vol. 93, Article 102836.
- Citations: 14

Why energy models should integrate social and environmental factors: Assessing user needs, omission impacts, and real-world accuracy in the European Union
- Authors: Süsser, D., Martin, N., Stavrakas, V., Madrid-López, C., Lilliestam, J.
- Published in: Energy Research and Social Science, 2022, Vol. 92, Article 102775.
- Citations: 29

Existing tools, user needs and required model adjustments for energy demand modelling of a carbon-neutral Europe
- Authors: Chatterjee, S., Stavrakas, V., Oreggioni, G., Flamos, A., Ürge-Vorsatz, D.
- Published in: Energy Research and Social Science, 2022, Vol. 90, Article 102662.
- Citations: 15

Pioneering a performance-based future for energy efficiency: Lessons learnt from a comparative review analysis of pay-for-performance programmes
- Authors: Tzani, D., Stavrakas, V., Santini, M., Rosenow, J., Flamos, A.
- Published in: Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 2022, Vol. 158, Article 112162.
- Citations: 12

Better suited or just more complex? On the fit between user needs and modeller-driven improvements of energy system models
- Authors: Süsser, D., Gaschnig, H., Ceglarz, A., Flamos, A., Lilliestam, J.
- Published in: Energy, 2022, Vol. 239, Article 121909.
- Citations: 43