Leyla Akbulut | Energy | Excellence in Scientific Innovation Award

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Ms. Leyla Akbulut | Energy | Excellence in Scientific Innovation Award

Ms. Leyla Akbulut | Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat University | Turkey

Ms. Leyla Akbulut is a dedicated lecturer in the Department of Electrical and Energy at Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat University. With a strong background in electrical-electronics engineering, she has contributed to both academia and industry through teaching, research, and leadership roles. Her expertise lies in renewable energy systems, electrical distribution networks, and energy efficiency optimization. She has coordinated and participated in several national projects focusing on solar energy and power systems, while also holding administrative responsibility in energy management. Her career reflects a balance of research excellence, academic service, and impactful real-world applications in energy transformation.

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Education

Ms. Leyla Akbulut pursued her academic journey in electrical and electronics engineering, beginning with a bachelor’s degree at Gazi University. She then advanced to a master’s program at the same university, completing a thesis on optimization in electrical distribution networks. Her academic excellence continued with doctoral studies at Isparta University of Applied Sciences, specializing in electrical-electronics engineering. Her thesis, supervised by Dr. Süleyman Sungur Tezcan, focused on optimization strategies for distribution systems, aligning with her deep interest in power systems and renewable energy integration. This strong educational foundation has shaped her into a versatile academic and researcher.

Experience

Ms. Leyla Akbulut has a diverse professional background spanning academia, industry, and project management. She began her career as an electrical site engineer and project manager before moving into roles as a GIS engineer and R&D specialist at Meram Elektrik Dağıtım A.Ş. Later, she represented the company in national R&D groups and contributed to innovative projects in energy distribution. Since joining Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat University, she has been actively engaged as a lecturer and researcher, coordinating energy efficiency initiatives and solar power installations. Her administrative role as head of the Energy Management Unit further highlights her leadership.

Research Interests

Her research interests focus on renewable energy integration, power system optimization, and energy efficiency through advanced algorithms and modeling techniques. She has investigated distribution network analysis, solar energy systems, and the application of metaheuristic algorithms for demand-side management. Her interdisciplinary approach combines engineering design, optimization, and environmental sustainability, bridging academia and practical energy solutions. She is particularly interested in energy performance contracting as a mechanism for enhancing efficiency and sustainability in large-scale projects. By contributing to both national and international research collaborations, she continues to advance the fields of energy economics, grid optimization, and smart power systems.

Awards

Throughout her career, Ms. Leyla Akbulut has earned recognition for her innovative contributions to energy efficiency and renewable technologies. She received the Productivity-Enhancing Project Award from the Ministry of Science, Industry and Technology, which acknowledged her impactful work in optimizing energy systems. Additionally, she was honored by the European Commission in Denmark with the European Enterprise Promotion Award, highlighting her leadership in sustainable energy applications. These awards not only reflect her technical excellence but also her ability to implement projects with real-world benefits. Her accolades position her among the leading figures advancing renewable energy solutions in academia and beyond.

Top Noted Publications

Title: Economic Efficiency of Renewable Energy Investments in Photovoltaic Projects: A Regression Analysis
Cited by: 1
Year: 2025

Title: Review of Metaheuristic Algorithms for Energy Efficiency, Demand Side Management and Cost Estimation
Cited by: 1
Year: 2025

Title: Analysis of electrical distribution network voltage configuration with mixed integer linear programming algorithm and genetic algorithm in terms of energy cost
Cited by: 1
Year: 2020

Title: DAĞITIM ŞEBEKESİ GERİLİM KONFİGÜRASYONUNUN KARIŞIK TAMSAYI LİNEER PROGRAMLAMA ALGORİTMASI İLE ENERJİ MALİYETİ YÖNÜNDEN ARAŞTIRILMASI
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Year: 2019

Title: Solar-Powered Biomass Revalorization for Pet Food and Compost: A Campus-Scale Eco-Circular System Based on Energy Performance Contracting
Year: 2025

Conclusion

Overall, Ms. Leyla Akbulut is a strong candidate for the Research for Excellence in Scientific Innovation Award. Her career demonstrates a balance of academic research, industry engagement, and project leadership, with clear evidence of innovation in renewable energy systems and energy efficiency. Her awards, administrative leadership, and applied research projects highlight her impact on both scientific advancement and practical implementation. With continued growth in international collaboration and academic visibility, she has the potential to emerge as a leading figure driving innovative solutions for sustainable energy transitions.

Fernando Pinto Coelho | Renewable Energy | Best Innovation Award

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Prof. Dr. Fernando Pinto Coelho | Renewable Energy | Best Innovation Award

Professor, Federal University of Alagoas, Brazil 

Fernando Pinto Coelho is a distinguished environmental professor and multidisciplinary researcher, actively contributing to sustainability across Brazil and internationally 🌍. Currently serving at the Federal University of Alagoas, he’s involved in groundbreaking research in biomass, marine crop energy, and low-carbon agriculture 🌿. With decades of academic and environmental policy experience, he has significantly impacted renewable energy innovation, environmental management, and scientific education on both national and global scales 📚.

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🎓 Education

Fernando earned his PhD in Energy and Nuclear Technologies from the Federal University of Pernambuco (2018), with a focus on renewable energies and biomass energy 🌞. He holds two master’s degrees—one in Water Resources and Sanitation from UFAL (2008), and an MBA in Business Management from Fundação Getúlio Vargas (2002) 📘. His academic journey began with a full degree in Geography from UFAL in 1999 🗺️. His expertise bridges geography, climatology, energy, and environmental sciences.

🧪 Experience

Since 2011, Fernando has been a professor at the Federal University of Alagoas, focusing on Geography and Surveying Engineering 📏. He served as Technical Director of the Caatinga Biome Social Carbon Credits Association (2022), and was Director of R&D at the Proalga Brazil Institute 🌾. He’s also an expert environmental analyst for the Alagoas State Court of Justice and has represented the university in river basin environmental committees 💧.

🔬 Research Interest

Fernando’s research explores the interface of biomass, seaweed, marine crop energy, and renewable energy systems 🧫⚡. His work emphasizes sustainable energy production from macroalgae, ecosystem restoration, and carbon credit innovation. He contributes to national initiatives like Brazil’s Low Carbon Agriculture Project (ABC+), focusing on clean energy technologies and sustainable marine biomass use 🌱🌊.

🏆 Award & Distinctions

Honored as a full professor with a PhD title at UFAL in 2018, Fernando also leads a CNPq-recognized research group on energy in semi-arid regions (NUPRES–AL) 🥇. He has served as an Ad Hoc Consultant to Brazil’s Ministry of Education and is a Federal Pedagogical Residency Program Advisor 👨‍🏫. His leadership in environmental policy and academic excellence has earned him national and institutional recognition 🏅.

📚 Publications

Renewable Energy from Beach-Cast Seaweed: Calorific Power Heating Studies with Macroalgae (2025) – Published in Plants, exploring the energy potential of seaweed biomass.
📖 Cited by: forthcoming studies in renewable biomass assessments.

Biorefinery of Beach Cast Seaweed in Brazil: Renewable Energy and Sustainability (2024) – Published in Phycology, discussing sustainable seaweed utilization.
📖 Cited by: marine biomass circular economy frameworks.

Microbiota Fúngica em sistema de ar condicionado de automóveis (2024) – Published in Revista Ouricuri, a study on fungal microbiota in auto air-conditioning systems.
📖 Cited by: fungal ecology and public health research.

🏁 Conclusion

Prof. Dr. Fernando Pinto Coelho exhibits innovative excellence in renewable energy, particularly through the novel use of seaweed biomass in energy and environmental systems. His integrated approach, international engagement, and leadership in environmental innovation make him a strong contender for the Best Innovation Award. Highlighting tangible impacts through patents or commercial applications would further solidify his case, but his current contributions already reflect a forward-thinking innovator reshaping the landscape of renewable energies.