Mr. Jinlei Ma | HR Technology and Digital Transformation | Best Researcher Award 

Mr. Jinlei Ma | Harbin Institute of Technology | China 

Jinlei Ma is a highly accomplished and driven researcher with a multidisciplinary background in engineering and business administration. Currently pursuing an MBA at Harbin Institute of Technology, he combines strong technical expertise with business acumen. A graduate of China Agricultural University with a degree in Vehicle Engineering, Jinlei has demonstrated exceptional research capabilities through multiple award-winning projects in materials science, wearable technologies, and corporate governance. As a dynamic leader and innovator, he has authored high-impact publications in top-tier SCI journals and presented his findings at international conferences. Jinlei’s work on gallium-based liquid metals and flexible thermoelectric generators stands out for its originality and real-world applicability. He is also a patent holder, experienced in leading research teams, and has over 250 volunteer service hours, reflecting his commitment to social responsibility. With a unique blend of scientific rigor and strategic thinking, Jinlei is a strong candidate for recognition as a Best Researcher Award recipient.

Publication Profile:

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✅ Strengths for the Award:

1. Exceptional Multidisciplinary Research Output: Jinlei Ma has led and published impactful research in both engineering and business domains. His liquid metal and wearable thermoelectric studies showcase strong innovation and real-world applicability.

2. Strong Publication Record: He is first or corresponding author in three high-impact SCI journals—Materials Horizons (IF=12.2), Applied Energy (IF=10.1), and Applied Economics (JCR Q2)—with citations exceeding 140 in total.

3. Leadership in Research Projects: Jinlei has consistently served as a project leader, organizing teams, securing awards, and managing entire research pipelines from concept to publication and patenting.

4. Recognition & Awards: Recipient of multiple top-tier awards such as National Scholarship, Special Prize in Challenge Cup, and Outstanding Thesis accolades at both university and municipal levels.

5. Intellectual Property: Holder of a national invention patent, indicating applied research value.

6. Academic and Community Leadership: Active in academic service roles including Party Branch Secretary, Vice Class Leader, and volunteer engagements exceeding 250 hours.

🧩 Areas for Improvement:

1. International Collaboration: While domestic research excellence is evident, expanding international research collaborations or co-authored publications would boost global visibility.

2. Postgraduate Research Diversification: His MBA-level research is promising, but more interdisciplinary projects combining business and tech could enhance his applied innovation portfolio.

3. Patent Commercialization: Although Jinlei holds a patent, the commercialization or industry application status is not indicated—this could be a future goal to amplify impact.

4. Policy Engagement or Societal Impact Analysis: Exploring the societal or policy implications of his research could further strengthen his nomination under broader evaluation criteria.

📘 Education:

Jinlei Ma is currently enrolled in the Master of Business Administration program at Harbin Institute of Technology (Project 985), with coursework focused on innovation, data science, decision theory, and risk management. His education is supplemented by numerous leadership roles on campus, including serving as Secretary of the Graduate Party Branch. Previously, he earned his Bachelor of Engineering in Vehicle Engineering from China Agricultural University, also a Project 985 institution. During his undergraduate years, he maintained a top 10% GPA (3.53/4.0) and earned prestigious scholarships such as the National Scholarship and the China Agricultural University Triple-A Student honor. His education is marked by a combination of academic rigor and hands-on innovation, having successfully completed interdisciplinary research projects that bridge materials science, electronics, and business strategy. These experiences have shaped him into a well-rounded researcher capable of addressing real-world challenges with both technical precision and managerial insight.

💼 Experience:

Jinlei Ma has extensive experience leading and contributing to multidisciplinary research projects. As a project leader, he has directed several high-impact studies, including the development of gallium-based liquid metal devices and wearable thermoelectric generators. His research efforts have been recognized with top national awards and patents, including an authorized invention patent for a flexible power generation unit. Jinlei has also conducted applied research in corporate performance, using statistical modeling to examine the role of executive equity incentives during digital transformation. These efforts culminated in a publication as corresponding author in an SCI-indexed journal. In addition to his research, he has taken on various leadership roles within academic organizations, acting as a class counselor, party branch secretary, and team coordinator. His experience spans both technical and strategic dimensions, reflecting strong project management, cross-functional collaboration, and academic leadership. His broad exposure across engineering and economics enables him to drive innovation and societal impact.

🏆 Awards and Honors:

Jinlei Ma has received numerous prestigious awards recognizing his academic excellence, research innovation, and leadership skills. At the graduate level, he has been awarded the Grand Prize Scholarship and recognized as an Outstanding Communist Youth League Cadre. As an undergraduate at China Agricultural University, he received the National Scholarship, First Prize Scholarship, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Scholarship, and the Triple-A Student Award. He earned the Special Prize at the 9th and 10th “Challenge Cup” Competitions for academic and scientific works, both at the university and Beijing municipal levels, and a Third Prize nationally. He was also honored as an Outstanding Graduate and awarded for his thesis among the “Top 100 Outstanding Undergraduate Theses.” His team won the Second Prize for Outstanding Team in Summer Social Practice. Collectively, these accolades reflect not only his academic prowess but also his leadership, innovation, and social responsibility throughout his academic journey.

🔬 Research Focus:

Jinlei Ma’s research spans interdisciplinary areas including liquid metal electromechanics, wearable thermoelectric energy harvesting, and corporate governance in the digital era. His work on gallium-based liquid metals explores electrochemical manipulation on porous copper substrates for use in smart materials, leading to a high-impact publication and multiple awards. In wearable technology, he developed flexible thermoelectric devices enhanced by foam copper for efficient heat dissipation and energy conversion, with applications in health monitoring. He holds a patent in this area and has contributed significantly to the performance optimization of such systems. On the business side, he has conducted econometric analysis using threshold regression models to evaluate how executive incentives affect firm performance amid digital transformation. His work demonstrates a rare integration of engineering innovation with economic modeling and business insight. Jinlei’s research contributes solutions to real-world challenges in materials science, sustainability, and corporate performance, making him a strong candidate for a Best Researcher Award.

📄 Publications Top Notes:

1. 📘 Electrochemically enabled manipulation of gallium-based liquid metals within porous copper – Materials Horizons

2. 📘 A high-performance wearable thermoelectric generator with comprehensive optimization of thermal resistance and voltage boosting conversion – Applied Energy

3. 📘 Threshold Effect of Executive Equity Incentives on Corporate Performance in the Context of Digital Transformation – Applied Economics

🏁 Conclusion:

Jinlei Ma demonstrates all the core attributes of a top-tier young researcher: intellectual originality, academic rigor, practical innovation, and leadership. His balanced profile in science, engineering, and management—paired with national-level recognition and impactful publications—positions him as an excellent candidate for the Best Researcher Award. With continued expansion into international research ecosystems and deeper integration of cross-sector applications, his future contributions are likely to be even more significant.