Seyi Akadiri | Energy | Editorial Board Member

Dr. Seyi Akadiri | Energy | Editorial Board Member

Central Bank of Nigeria | Nigeria

Dr. Seyi Saint Akadiri is an accomplished economist whose research explores the complex interactions between energy systems, environmental sustainability, macro-financial stability, and technological change. With 5,405 citations, 125 publications, and an h-index of 44, he has established a strong global scholarly footprint across energy economics, climate finance, resource policy, and quantitative econometrics. His work spans cutting-edge themes such as renewable energy transitions, clean energy market dynamics, geopolitical risk transmission, digitalisation-driven sustainability, economic complexity, and the environmental implications of artificial intelligence. Dr. Seyi Saint Akadiri employs advanced analytical frameworks including wavelet methods, quantile causality, connectedness modelling, Fourier-based econometrics, and portfolio risk analysis to address real-world challenges in global energy markets, climate risk, and environmental performance. His broad influence and multidisciplinary collaborations highlight his expertise in clean energy economics, environmental policy modelling, macroeconomic uncertainty, and sustainable growth analytics.

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Featured Publications

Akadiri, S. S., (2025). Oil shocks and unexpected economic policy uncertainty: Evidence from wavelet nonparametric quantile causality. Humanities and Social Sciences Communications.

Akadiri, S. S., (2025). The J-curve phenomenon in Türkiye’s fossil fuel trade balance: A Fourier-ARDL analysis. Journal of Asian Economics.

Akadiri, S. S., Ozkan, O., & Kirikkaleli, D. (2025). Synergistic impact of renewable energy technology, governance, digitalisation, and human capital on sustainable development and load capacity factor in Germany’s energy landscape. Technology in Society.

Akadiri, S. S.,  (2025). Time and quantile persistence and efficiency of clean, green, and sustainable markets. Letters in Spatial and Resource Sciences.

Akadiri, S. S.,  (2025). Energy, critical minerals, and precious metals: Navigating interconnectedness and portfolio strategies in investment risk management. Resources Policy.

Marwa Mohamed | Electrochemical Energy | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Marwa Mohamed | Electrochemical Energy | Best Researcher Award

City of Scientific Research and Technological Applications | Egypt

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Marwa Mohamed is an accomplished researcher and academic in Materials Engineering and Science, holding a B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering, M.Sc., and Ph.D. from Alexandria University. Her Ph.D. focused on novel metal alloy/polymer nanocomposites for engineering applications, reflecting her strong foundation in advanced materials and nanotechnology. With 20 high-quality publications, 243 citations, and an h-index of 8, she has made significant contributions to the synthesis and characterization of graphene derivatives, polymer and metal oxide nanocomposites, and Fe-Ni nanomaterials. Her research emphasizes green and eco-friendly methodologies, including facile chemical synthesis of metallic nanomaterials, development of high-performance supercapacitors, and structural materials for aerospace, automotive, and renewable energy applications. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Marwa Mohamed has actively collaborated with international institutions, such as Georgia Institute of Technology, and industrial partners, demonstrating practical impact alongside academic excellence. She has directed multiple graduate theses, led funded research projects exceeding several million EGP, and co-organized workshops and conferences to advance knowledge dissemination. A recognized peer reviewer for top journals, she also actively engages in scientific societies and promotes innovation in materials science. Fluent in English and Arabic, with strong computational and analytical skills, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Marwa Mohamed combines research excellence, mentorship, and interdisciplinary collaboration, establishing herself as a leading figure in sustainable materials engineering.

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Featured Publications

Mohamed, M. A. A., Adel, M., & El Nady, J. (2025). High‐performance solid‐state supercapacitors based on eco‐friendly N‐doped graphene-like nanosheets/nanosized NiCo oxide nanocomposite produced by green facile technology. Energy Technology.

Mohamed, M. A. A., Adel, M., & El Nady, J. (2024). Evaluation of the electrochemical energy storage performance of symmetric supercapacitor devices based on eco-friendly synthesized nitrogen-doped graphene-like derivative electrodes from the perspective of their nanostructural characteristics. Energy Advances.

Adel, M., Hassan, D., Mohamed, M. A. A., Kassem, T. S. E., Fetouh, H. A., AbdElhafez, S. E., & El Nady, J. (2024, November 8). Role of synthetic process parameters of nano-sized cobalt/nickel oxide in controlling their structural characteristics and electrochemical energy performance as supercapacitor electrodes. Scientific Reports.

Mohamed, M. A. A., Abd El-Aziz, A. M., & Adel, M. (2024, May 6). Advances in green production of two-dimensional graphene-derivatives-based polymer composites with overview on their physicochemical characteristics and applications prospects. In G. Singh, R. P. Singh, N. Sharma, & J. P. Davim (Eds.), Green Composites Manufacturing (Adv. Compos. Ser., Ch. 9, pp. 199–256). De Gruyter.

Mohamed, M. A. A., Adel, M., & Abd El-Aziz, A. M. (2023, November). Recent trends in two-dimensional graphene derivatives-based composites: Review on synthesis, properties and applications. Journal of Composite Materials, 57(27), 4327–4364.

Nikolaos Kelepouris | Energy Management | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Nikolaos Kelepouris | Energy Management | Best Researcher Award

University of Western Macedonia | Greece

Mr. Nikolaos Kelepouris is a highly promising researcher in the field of electrical and computer engineering, currently pursuing his PhD at the University of Western Macedonia with a thesis focused on optimizing distribution networks by incorporating nanogrids. He holds an Integrated Master Diploma in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Thessaly, where he completed a thesis on hydroelectric plant design. His expertise spans energy management systems, demand side management, smart grids, energy communities, storage technologies, electric vehicles, and optimization models. A recipient of the 2023 Research Excellence Award from the Faculty of Engineering, he has distinguished himself as both a skilled researcher and educator, serving as a teaching assistant in electric power systems and photovoltaic applications. Mr. Kelepouris has actively participated in eight funded research projects, including EU Horizon and LIFE initiatives, covering critical areas such as solar energy, smart cities, congestion management, and innovative low-carbon energy technologies. His publication record is robust, with 15 contributions, including five peer-reviewed journal papers in high-impact outlets such as IEEE Transactions on Industry Applications and Electric Power Systems Research, and ten international conference presentations. Combining strong technical skills in programming, optimization, and power system analysis with international project engagement, Mr. Kelepouris is building a significant research profile that advances sustainable energy transitions and the future of smart grids.

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Featured Publications

Kelepouris, N. S., Nousdilis, A. I., Bouhouras, A. S., & Christoforidis, G. C. (2022). Cost-effective hybrid PV-battery systems in buildings under demand side management application. IEEE Transactions on Industry Applications, 58(5), 6519–6528.

Kelepouris, N. S., Nousdilis, A. I., Bouhouras, A. S., & Christoforidis, G. C. (2023). Optimal scheduling of prosumer’s battery storage and flexible loads for distribution network support. IET Generation, Transmission & Distribution, 17(7), 1491–1508.

Bouhouras, A. S., Kelepouris, N. S., Koltsaklis, N., Oureilidis, K., & Christoforidis, G. C. (2024). Congestion management in coupled TSO and DSO networks. Electric Power Systems Research, 229, 110145.

Kelepouris, N. S., Nousdilis, A. I., Bouhouras, A. S., Christoforidis, G. C., & others. (2021). Impact of demand side management on the self-sufficiency and self-consumption of buildings with photovoltaic and storage systems. In Proceedings of the 9th International Conference on Modern Power Systems (MPS) (pp. 1–6).

Kelepouris, N. S., Nousdilis, A. I., Bouhouras, A. S., & Christoforidis, G. C. (2021). Enhancing self-sufficiency in buildings with hybrid PV-battery systems and demand side management: A sizing tool. In 2021 IEEE International Conference on Environment and Electrical Engineering (EEEIC/ICPSEurope).

Kelepouris, N. S., Kelepouris, D., Bouhouras, A. S., & Christoforidis, G. C. (2024). Prosumer energy management under controllable power transactions with the grid. IEEE Transactions on Industry Applications.