Kofi Sarkodie | Structural Health | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Kofi Sarkodie |Structural Health
| Best Researcher Award

PhD Candidate at University of Education Winneba, Ghana.

Kofi Sarkodie is an experienced educator and researcher from Ghana, currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Geography and Regional Planning at the University of Cape Coast. He holds an M.Phil. in Geography with Education and a B.A. (Hons.) in Social Science Education from the University of Education, Winneba. With over 12 years of teaching experience across various levels of Ghana’s pre-tertiary education system, he currently serves as a Geography tutor at Nsaba Presbyterian Senior High School and a part-time lecturer at the University of Cape Coast. His research spans medical geography, climate change, gender issues, and GIS. Sarkodie is committed to learner-centered pedagogy and strives to empower all students, particularly those from underprivileged backgrounds, through inclusive and meaningful education.

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🏆 Suitability for the Best Researcher Award :

Kofi Sarkodie is highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award due to his impactful contributions in the fields of medical geography, environmental development, and education. His interdisciplinary research has addressed pressing issues such as healthcare-seeking behavior, climate change, and population dynamics in Africa. Sarkodie’s dedication to practical and inclusive education, coupled with his scholarly output, positions him as a role model for applied geographic research. As a Ph.D. candidate and part-time lecturer, he blends theory with practice, influencing future educators and learners alike. His work has been published in reputable journals and showcases a commitment to research that drives social transformation. His intellectual rigor, field engagement, and advocacy for equity in education and development exemplify excellence in research.

🎓 Education :

Kofi Sarkodie’s academic journey reflects a deep commitment to geographic and educational research. He is currently enrolled in a Ph.D. program in Geography and Regional Planning at the University of Cape Coast (2023–present). He earned an M.Phil. in Geography with Education (2018–2020) and a B.A. (Hons.) in Social Science Education, majoring in Geography and minoring in Political Science (2013–2017), both from the University of Education, Winneba. His earlier education includes the West African Senior School Certificate from Manso Adubia Senior High School and the Basic Education Certificate from Bereku D/A Junior High School. Additionally, he has completed international professional courses on technology-enabled learning and teacher education from institutions in Canada and the UK, reflecting his global educational outlook.

🏢 Work Experience :

Kofi Sarkodie brings over 12 years of diverse teaching experience, currently serving as a Geography tutor at Nsaba Presbyterian Senior High School since 2018. He has recently begun working as a part-time assistant lecturer with the University of Cape Coast’s Institute of Education (2024–present). Previously, he served as a Teaching and Research Assistant at OLA College of Education and completed internships at Assin State College. His roles have included curriculum planning, instructional delivery, assessment design, and student mentoring. Sarkodie has been promoted through ranks in the Ghana Education Service, now holding the title of Assistant Director II. His classroom practices emphasize inclusive learning, discipline, and student engagement, which reflect his passion for education and his capacity for academic leadership.

🏅 Awards and Honors :

Kofi Sarkodie has earned recognition within the Ghana Education Service, notably attaining the rank of Assistant Director II in 2023 and Principal Superintendent in 2018, in acknowledgment of his dedication and professionalism. His contributions to both classroom instruction and academic research have led to his selection as a part-time lecturer, highlighting his growing influence in higher education. While specific awards for research excellence may still be pending due to his ongoing doctoral studies, his publications in peer-reviewed journals and invitations to academic programs underscore his rising scholarly profile. Furthermore, his participation in global professional development courses signals his international academic engagement and commitment to lifelong learning. His steady ascent reflects both merit and promise in the education and research fields.

🔬 Research Focus :

Kofi Sarkodie’s research focuses on medical geography, climate change, population studies, GIS, environmental sustainability, and teacher education. His interdisciplinary approach bridges geography with public health, education, and socio-political analysis. His recent publications address healthcare-seeking behavior, environmental challenges, and gendered development issues in Ghana. He is particularly interested in how geographic methods and spatial analysis can inform policymaking and education reform. As a proponent of learner-centered instruction, Sarkodie also researches innovative pedagogy and curriculum design in geography education. His use of GIS tools and field-based methodologies allows him to generate insights that are both academically rigorous and practically impactful. His ongoing doctoral research continues to explore contemporary African development issues through a geographical and planning-oriented lens.

📊 Publication Top Notes:

📘 Sky Economy: Economic Effects of Trading on the Upper Floors of Kotokuraba Market in Cape Coast, Ghana
🗓️ Year: 2025 | 📖 International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS) | 📑 Cited by: N/A 🏙️📈

🌿 Influencing Factors of Place and Healthcare Seeking Behaviour of Pregnant Women Accessing Care at a Herbal Clinic in Ghana
🗓️ Year: 2025 | 📖 Advances in Integrative Medicine | 📑 Cited by: 1 🩺🤰🌍

📊 Challenges of Using the “Balance Score Card” (BSC) Framework to Serve as a Basis for Strategic Decisions and Reforms in a Public Sector Organization
🗓️ Year: 2024 | 📖 Global Scientific Journal (GSJ), Vol. 12(10) | 📑 Cited by: N/A 🏛️📉

🛍️ Livelihood Resilience Among Street Hawkers During COVID-19 Lockdown in the Awutu Senya East Municipality, Ghana
🗓️ Year: 2024 | 📖 Journal of Humanities and Applied Social Sciences | 📑 Cited by: N/A 🦠🛒📉

🌍 Land Cover Change Analysis of Ho Municipality
🗓️ Year: 2023 | 📖 Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research, Vol. 10(5) | 📑 Cited by: 1 🗺️🌳📐

🚗 Mapping Vehicular Accident and Casualties on Ohiamaadwen to Gomoa Odumasi Road Using Geographic Information Systems
🗓️ Year: 2017 | 📖 Academia.edu | 📑 Cited by: N/A 📍🛣️📉

Zhenyun Tang |Structural engineering |Best Research Article Award

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Prof. Dr. Zhenyun Tang | Structuralengineering
|Best Research Article Award

 

Professor at BEIJING UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY ,China.

 

Professor Tang Zhenyun is a distinguished expert in earthquake engineering and disaster mitigation at Beijing University of Technology. As a doctoral supervisor, he contributes significantly to experimental seismic technology and structural vibration control. He serves on multiple national youth editorial and technical committees focused on disaster resilience. His innovative research spans real-time hybrid simulation, base isolation systems, and tuned liquid dampers. Tang has authored high-impact papers in top journals like International Journal of Structural Stability and Dynamics and Soil Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering. He has earned prestigious awards, including the Silver Medal at the Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions and the First Prize from the China Highway and Transportation Society. His scholarly excellence makes him a prime candidate for the Best Research Article Award.



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🏆 Suitability for the Best Research Article Award




 














































Professor Tang Zhenyun is an internationally recognized scholar in earthquake engineering, whose research integrates experimental innovation and practical seismic mitigation strategies. His recent articles in high-impact journals such as Soil Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering and International Journal of Structural Stability and Dynamics reflect cutting-edge advancements in vibration control, base isolation, and real-time hybrid simulation. His award-winning work—recognized by the China Inspection and Testing Society, Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions, and others—demonstrates both theoretical depth and practical impact. As a doctoral supervisor and active member of key professional societies, Professor Tang’s research not only advances academic knowledge but also contributes to safer infrastructure. His scientific rigor and innovation make him highly suitable for the Best Research Article Award.














































🎓 Education 


Professor Tang Zhenyun holds a Ph.D. in Engineering, specializing in structural dynamics and earthquake resilience. His doctoral research laid a solid foundation in advanced experimental methods, real-time hybrid simulation, and vibration control technologies for civil infrastructure. He has received comprehensive academic training from leading Chinese institutions, culminating in his doctoral degree, which has empowered him to contribute meaningfully to seismic safety and geotechnical innovation. Throughout his education, Professor Tang demonstrated exceptional academic merit and research capability, which propelled him into a prominent academic and professional trajectory. His educational background enables him to mentor graduate and doctoral students while advancing theoretical and applied research in structural and earthquake engineering.


🏢 Work Experience 


With extensive academic and research experience, Professor Tang Zhenyun serves as a full professor and doctoral supervisor at Beijing University of Technology. He has led and collaborated on national research projects involving seismic mitigation, vibration control, and soil-structure interaction. Tang has developed innovative real-time hybrid simulation techniques and applied them to civil engineering challenges, producing highly cited publications. His engineering expertise is recognized nationally and internationally, and he has played key roles on editorial boards and professional committees in earthquake prevention and disaster resilience. He also bridges academia and industry through applied research, contributing to testing standards and resilient infrastructure development. His multifaceted experience underscores his suitability for awards recognizing impactful and applied research in structural safety.


🏅 Awards and Honors 


Professor Tang Zhenyun has received numerous national and international honors recognizing his contributions to seismic engineering. These include the First Prize from the China Inspection and Testing Society (1/15) and the Second Prize from the Fujian Science and Technology Awards (2/7). He won the Silver Medal at the Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions (1/5) for his innovative engineering solutions. As the sole recipient (1/1) of the Personal Prize from the China Industry-University-Research Institute Collaboration Association, Tang demonstrated exceptional leadership in applied research. He also contributed to the First Prize from the China Highway and Transportation Society (11/15). These accolades collectively reflect his groundbreaking research, interdisciplinary collaborations, and impactful innovations in earthquake resilience and structural safety.


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Professor Tang Zhenyun’s research is centered on earthquake engineering, with specific expertise in experimental technology, base isolation, seismic mitigation, and vibration control. He specializes in real-time hybrid simulation, where he develops and applies novel methods to model complex soil-structure systems under seismic loads. His studies have advanced the use of GPU computing for structural simulations and proposed new frequency-domain analysis techniques for systems employing tuned liquid dampers. Tang’s work on the stability of hybrid testing systems and parameter identification in dynamic models has influenced the development of resilient infrastructure. His research addresses both theoretical modeling and practical application, making significant contributions to safety-critical structures in earthquake-prone regions and aligning with national resilience strategies.




























































































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    Yang, B., Li, Z., Lv, J., Tang, Z., & Wang, L. (2025). Experimental study on load-bearing capacity of T-shaped semi-rigid connected double skin composite shear walls. KSCE Journal of Civil Engineering.
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    Shang, Q., Tang, Z., & Wang, T. (2024). Component-level seismic fragility database of suspended piping systems in buildings. Earthquake Engineering and Resilience.
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    Li, X., Tang, Z., & Du, X.L. (2024). Identification of stable parameters for discrete-time rational approximation of MDOF frequency response functions in semi-infinite media. Gongcheng Lixue/Engineering Mechanics.
    Citations: 1
    

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    Liu, H., Tang, Z., & Enokida, R. (2024). Stability prediction method of time-varying real-time hybrid testing system on vehicle-bridge coupled system. Mechanical Systems and Signal Processing.
    Citations: 1
    

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    Tang, Z., Li, J., Wang, M., Yu, C., & Li, Z. (2024). Investigation on bearing resistance of thin-walled circular steel tube subjected to eccentric loading. Advances in Structural Engineering.
    Citations: 0
    

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    Yi, S., Su, T., & Tang, Z. (2024). Robust adaptive Kalman filter for structural performance assessment. International Journal of Robust and Nonlinear Control.
    Citations: 4
    

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    Wu, Y., Dong, X., Liao, W., Zheng, G., & Shang, H. (2024). Field dynamic characteristics testing of foundation isolation structures under horizontal initial displacement. Zhendong Gongcheng Xuebao/Journal of Vibration Engineering.
    Citations: 1
    

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    Liu, H., & Tang, Z. (2024). Stability prediction method for real-time hybrid test system based on the measured dynamics of physical test system. Soil Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering.
    Citations: 0
    

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    Tang, Z., & Li, X. (2023). Stable parameters identification for rational approximation of single degree of freedom frequency response function of semi-infinite medium. International Journal for Numerical Methods in Engineering.
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