Po-An Chen | Environmental Science | Innovative Research Award

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Po-An Chen | Tunghai University, Taiwan

Po-An Chen
Affiliation Tunghai University
Country Taiwan
Scopus ID 56285413500
Documents 12
Citations 162
h-index 6
Subject Area Environmental Science
Event The Scientist Global Awards
ORCID 0000-0003-2593-3344

Po-An Chen is affiliated with Tunghai University, Taiwan, and is associated with the field of environmental science. The supplied academic profile records 12 documents, 162 citations and an h-index of 6. These bibliometric indicators provide an overview of the researcher’s publication and citation record. The Innovative Research Award profile recognizes the researcher’s academic profile in the context of The Scientist Global Awards. Further evaluation of individual research contributions requires examination of the relevant publications and their findings.[1]

Abstract

This article presents the academic profile of Po-An Chen of Tunghai University, Taiwan. The supplied bibliometric data include 12 documents, 162 citations and an h-index of 6. The profile identifies environmental science as the researcher’s subject area and places the academic recognition in the context of the Innovative Research Award associated with The Scientist Global Awards. Bibliometric indicators provide a quantitative overview of research activity but should be considered alongside publication content, research methods and documented findings.[1]

Keywords

Po-An Chen, Environmental Science, Innovative Research Award, Tunghai University, Research Publications, Bibliometrics, The Scientist Global Awards.

Introduction

Environmental science examines environmental processes and the interactions between natural systems and human activities. Research in this field can contribute to scientific understanding, environmental assessment and evidence-based decision-making. Evaluating contributions requires consideration of research originality, methodological quality and the relevance of published findings. [1][2]

Research Profile

The supplied academic profile identifies Po-An Chen’s institutional affiliation as Tunghai University and subject area as environmental science. The profile reports 12 documents, 162 citations and an h-index of 6. These figures may vary as databases update their records and should be verified against the current researcher profile before formal use.[1]

Research Contributions

A detailed account of Po-An Chen’s individual research contributions requires examination of the original publications. Research contributions in environmental science may be assessed through the originality of research questions, the reliability of methods, the strength of evidence and the relevance of findings to environmental challenges. Specific discoveries or applications should only be attributed to the researcher when supported by verifiable publications. [1][2]

Publications

The supplied Scopus profile lists 12 documents associated with the researcher. Individual publication titles, journal details and DOIs are not included because a verified publication list was not supplied. Readers can consult the researcher’s Scopus and Google Scholar profiles to locate publications and review their bibliographic details.[1][3]

Research Impact

The reported citation count and h-index provide quantitative information about the researcher’s indexed scholarly record. The h-index combines publication output and citation frequency, but it does not independently measure research quality, originality or societal benefit. A balanced assessment considers bibliometric indicators alongside the content, methods and documented impact of individual studies.[4]

Award Suitability

The Innovative Research Award provides the recognition context for this profile within The Scientist Global Awards. Relevant considerations for an innovation-focused research assessment may include originality, methodological rigour, research findings and potential scientific or practical relevance. The supplied profile information provides academic context but does not independently establish the outcome of an award evaluation. Official award status should be confirmed through the organizer’s communication or website. [3]

Conclusion

Po-An Chen is affiliated with Tunghai University, Taiwan, and is associated with environmental science. The supplied profile records 12 documents, 162 citations and an h-index of 6. These indicators offer a concise overview of scholarly activity. Further evaluation of research contributions requires verification of publications and consideration of their originality, methods and findings. The profile presents the researcher in the context of the Innovative Research Award and The Scientist Global Awards. [1][2]

References

  1. Elsevier. (2026). Scopus author details: Po-An Chen, Author ID 56285413500. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=56285413500
  2. ORCID. (2026). ORCID record 0000-0003-2593-3344.
    https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2593-3344
  3. Google Scholar. (2026). Google Scholar profile supplied for Po-An Chen.
    https://scholar.google.com.tw/citations?user=WmSWdmoAAAAJ&hl=zh-TW
  4. Retarding effect of carboxyl-containing dissolved organic matter derived from the thermochemical conversion of spent coffee grounds on formaldehyde-free water-based coatings.
    https://doi.org/10.1039/d6ta01086e

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Prof. Musasa Kabeya | Environmental Science | Research Excellence Award

Professor | Durban University of Technology | South Africa

Dr. Musasa Kabeya is an active researcher in power systems engineering, with recognized expertise in HVDC transmission, offshore wind farm DC collection grids, power converters, renewable energy integration, smart grids, and electric vehicle technologies. He has authored and co-authored 40+ peer-reviewed publications, accumulating 596 citations, with an h-index of 12 and an i10-index of 13. His highly cited works address DC collection systems for offshore wind farms, battery electric vehicle drive circuits, voltage regulation, and power loss minimization. Dr. Musasa has collaborated extensively with international researchers across Africa, Europe, and Asia, contributing to IEEE, IET, and high-impact journals. His research supports sustainable energy transition, grid reliability, and decarbonization, delivering measurable societal impact through improved renewable power integration and resilient electrical infrastructure.

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