Dr. Sora (Hans) Pazer | Occupational Awards | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Sora (Hans) Pazer | Occupational Awards | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Sora (Hans) Pazer, Internationl University of Applied Science, Germany 

Hans Sora Pazer is a committed social worker, academic, and digital education expert with a strong background in social pedagogy, psychology, and pastoral leadership. Currently serving as a lecturer at IU Internationale Hochschule in Mainz, he teaches social work and psychology while supervising academic theses and developing digital curricula. With dual doctoral research underway—one in Social Work and Educational Sciences at the University of Gießen and another in Cultural and Humanities Studies at the University of Kassel—his scholarly focus lies in cooperative models for community-based social work and working conditions in the field. Hans combines qualitative and quantitative research expertise with practical experience gained through roles in youth and family support, addiction counseling, and pastoral care. He is also a certified systemic-psychological counselor and an experienced online educator with a global reach through platforms like Udemy. Passionate about mentoring, evidence-based practice, and community impact, Hans brings an interdisciplinary and empathetic approach to education, social service, and research.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award: Hans Sora Pazer

Hans Sora Pazer is an outstanding candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award, with a rare combination of academic excellence, applied social impact, and a forward-looking approach to digital higher education. His academic role at IU Internationale Hochschule, Mainz, and prior experiences across multiple institutions and platforms such as Udemy reflect his deep involvement in research, education, and societal development.

🎓 Education

  • Ph.D. in Social Work & Education Sciences
    University of GießenSince May 2024
    🔬 Research: Working conditions in social work

  • Ph.D. in Cultural & Humanities Sciences
    University of KasselMay 2022 to Oct 2024
    📘 Dissertation: “Gemeinsam für den Sozialraum” – Cooperation among social institutions

  • Master of Arts in Social Work
    IU Internationale HochschuleMay 2021 to Sep 2022
    🏅 Graduated in the Top 5% (“IU-Elite”)

  • Bachelor of Arts in Social Work
    IU Internationale HochschuleMay 2019 to Aug 2021
    ✅ State-certified Social Worker / Social Pedagogue

  • Bachelor of Theology in Pastoral Leadership
    THS-Akademie, Bingen am Rhein
    ⛪ Focus: Leadership, Crisis Intervention, Mentoring

💼 Work Experience

  • Academic Teacher – IU Internationale Hochschule, Mainz (Jul 2023–Present)
    📚 Lecturing in Social Work & Psychology, thesis supervision, exam design

  • Systemic-Psychological Consultant – Remote / Self-employed (May 2020–Present)
    🧠 Coaching individuals and groups through personal and career challenges

  • Online Instructor – Udemy (Jun 2020–Sep 2023)
    💻 Created online courses in social work, psychology, and health

  • Social Worker – Internationaler Bund (IB), Simmern (Mar 2021–Aug 2021)
    👨‍🏫 School-based casework and group support for students

  • Youth Coordinator – Brothaus e.V., Bad Kreuznach (Jan 2020–Apr 2020)
    👥 Youth programs, mentoring, and pastoral care

  • Pastoral Leader – The Message e.V., Bad Kreuznach (Sep 2015–Dec 2019)
    🤝 Case management, addiction counseling, family crisis intervention

  • Research Assistant – THS-Akademie, Bingen am Rhein (Jan 2017–Jun 2018)
    📝 Admin support, academic advising, and project involvement

🏆 Achievements & Honors

  • 🥇 Named among the Top 5% graduates (“IU-Elite”) in Master’s program

  • 📜 Extensive experience in digital university teaching, curriculum design, and thesis supervision

  • 🔍 Conducted qualitative & quantitative research, focusing on social cooperation and systemic solutions

  • 👏 Led multiple community-based youth programs and coaching initiatives in both secular and faith-based settings

  • 🌍 Built and taught internationally consumed online courses in social work and mental health

Publication Top Notes:

Das homöodynamische Gesundheitsmodell nach Pazer: Ein strukturtheoretischer Ansatz zur gestuften Entfaltung menschlicher Lebensfähigkeit im Spannungsfeld von Funktion, Resilienz und Generativität

The Homeodynamic Health Model according to Pazer: A Structural-Theoretical Approach to the Gradual Development of Human Viability in the Field of Tension between Function, Resilience and Generativity

Psychological Burdens of Social Work Professionals: A Critical Analysis Within the German Welfare System

<b>The Development of Altruistic Motivation in Early-Career Social Workers</b>

Supervision as a Resource for Mental Health: Empirical Evidence from Kindergarten Educators in Germany

<b>Enhancing Psychological Resilience in Youth Welfare Professionals: The Role of Regular Supervision, Supervision Formats, and Frequency</b>

Prof. Fang Xu | Gas Detector | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Fang Xu | Gas Detector | Best Researcher Award 

Prof. Fang Xu, Shenzhen Technology University,China

Prof. Fang Xu is an Associate Professor and Master’s Supervisor, serving as the Head of the Department of Applied Physics. She is a Shenzhen Overseas High-level Talent (Peacock Program Category C) with expertise in semiconductor gas sensors, optoelectronic devices, solar cells, and biosensors. She has published 15 SCI papers in high-impact journals such as Advanced Materials, Advanced Energy Materials, and Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical as the first or corresponding author. She holds three national invention patents and actively contributes as a guest editor and reviewer for several scientific journals. Dr. [Name] earned her Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from The Chinese University of Hong Kong (2018) and a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Physics from Huazhong University of Science and Technology (2012). She has received multiple awards, including First Prize in the National Final of the “China University Students Mechanical Engineering Innovation and Creativity Competition” as an instructor and the Outstanding Oral Presentation Award at the 15th National Conference on Gas and Humidity Sensing Technology.

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Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Fang Xu is a highly accomplished researcher whose expertise spans semiconductor gas sensors, optoelectronic devices, solar cells, and biosensors. Her extensive contributions to these fields, particularly through high-impact publications, patents, and leadership roles, make her a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

🎓 Education

📍 Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (2013.8 – 2018.11)
🔹 The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK)

📍 B.Sc. in Applied Physics (2008.9 – 2012.6)
🔹 Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST)

🏢 Work Experience

👩‍🏫 Associate Professor / Master’s Supervisor
📌 Head of the Department of Applied Physics
🌍 Shenzhen Overseas High-level Talents (Peacock Program Category C)

🏆 Achievements

🔬 Research on semiconductor gas sensors, optoelectronic devices, solar cells, biosensors, and more
📑 15 SCI papers in top journals (Advanced Materials, Advanced Energy Materials, etc.) as first/corresponding author
📜 3 National Invention Patents granted
📝 Guest Editor & Reviewer for several scientific journals

🎖 Awards & Honors

🥇 First Prize – China University Students Mechanical Engineering Innovation and Creativity Competition “Akashi Cup” (Guangdong Province)
🥇 First Prize – National Final of “Akashi Cup” (Instructor)
🥈 Second Prize – International Sensor Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition, South China Region (Instructor)
🏅 2 Outstanding Poster Awards – 1st Smart Gas Sensor Innovation & Cross-border Application Development Forum (Instructor)
🥉 Third Prize – Physics Experiment Competition for College Students, Shenzhen University of Technology (Instructor)
🏆 Crystal Award – Shenzhen University of Technology Science and Technology Innovation Award (Instructor)
📜 Outstanding Undergraduate Thesis Design – Shenzhen University of Technology (Instructor)
🎤 Outstanding Oral Presentation Award – 15th National Conference on Gas and Humidity Sensing Technology and Academic Exchange

Publication Top Notes:

Advanced wearable strain sensors: Ionic double network hydrogels with exceptional stretchability, adhesion, anti-freezing properties, and sensitivity

 

Dual-Gas Sensor Based on the Pt NPs/AlGaN/GaN High Electron Mobility Transistor for H and NH Gases Detection<sub /> <sub />

 

Halide perovskites and high-pressure technologies: a fruitful encounter

One-step synthesis of various burr-like TiO2 nanostructures: Nanotubes, nanorods, nanotetrapods, nano-urchins

 

A Bidirectionally Focus-Tunable Optofluidic Microlens With Miniature Thermoelectric Coolers

 

 

Assoc Prof Dr. Ioan Alexandru Popan | Process Monitoring | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Ioan Alexandru Popan | Process Monitoring | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Ioan Alexandru Popan, echnical University of Cluj-Napoca, Romania

Ioan Alexandru Popan is an accomplished Associate Professor at the Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, Romania. Born on June 23, 1983, in Romania, he has dedicated his career to advancing the field of Manufacturing Engineering within the Faculty of Machine Building. Ioan Alexandru began his academic journey at the Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, where he obtained his Engineer (Licentiate) degree in Machine Building Technology in 2007. He continued to hone his expertise by completing a Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering in 2011, focusing his research on rapid manufacturing techniques using water jet cutting and milling.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Ioan Alexandru Popan has a robust academic and professional background that highlights his suitability for the Best Researcher Award. With over a decade of experience at the Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, he has progressed from a Research Assistant to an Associate Professor, showcasing a steady and impactful career in academia and research. His work in the Department of Manufacturing Engineering has primarily focused on advanced manufacturing technologies, including CNC programming, water jet cutting, and additive manufacturing.

Education :

2008 – 2011: PhD in Industrial Engineering

  • Institution: Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, Faculty of Machine Building, Department of Manufacturing Engineering
  • Domain: Industrial Engineering
  • Title of PhD Thesis: “Research on rapid manufacturing using water jet cutting and milling”

2002 – 2007: Engineer (Licentiate)

  • Institution: Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, Faculty of Machine Building
  • Specialization: Machine Building Technology
  • Diploma Work Title: “Cercetare privind proiectarea si fabricatia asistata de calculator a matritei pentru injectia reperului ‘barbeta’”

Work Experience:

2020 – Present: Associate Professor

  • Institution: Technical University of Cluj-Napoca
  • Faculty: Faculty of Machine Building, Department of Manufacturing Engineering
  • Location: B-dul. Muncii Nr.103-105, Cluj-Napoca, Romania
  • Website: utcluj.ro

2016 – 2020: Lecturer

  • Institution: Technical University of Cluj-Napoca
  • Faculty: Faculty of Machine Building, Department of Manufacturing Engineering
  • Location: B-dul. Muncii Nr.103-105, Cluj-Napoca, Romania
  • Website: utcluj.ro

2011 – 2016: Teaching Assistant

  • Institution: Technical University of Cluj-Napoca
  • Faculty: Faculty of Machine Building, Department of Manufacturing Engineering
  • Location: B-dul. Muncii Nr.103-105, Cluj-Napoca, Romania
  • Website: utcluj.ro

2010 – 2015: Research Assistant

  • Institution: Technical University of Cluj-Napoca
  • Faculty: Faculty of Machine Building, Department of Manufacturing Engineering
  • Project Title: “New biocompatible materials for personalized implants made by SLS and SLM”
  • Funding: CNCSIS Nr. 5/2010

Publication top Notes:

 

Monitoring Equipment Malfunctions in Composite Material Machining: Acoustic Emission-Based Approach for Abrasive Waterjet Cutting

New method of fixturing the low-rigidity parts by adhesive clamping

Correction of Shape Error at Cut-In and Cut-Out Points in Abrasive Waterjet Cutting of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer (CFRP)

Finite Element Analysis of Different Osseocartilaginous Reconstruction Techniques in Animal Model Knees

Avoiding carbon fibre reinforced polymer delamination during abrasive water jet piercing: a new piercing method