Xiaomi Zhou | Hydrogen Energy | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Xiaomi Zhou | Hydrogen Energy | Best Researcher Award

Doctor at Jining University | China

Dr. Xiaomi Zhou is a distinguished faculty member at the School of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Jining University, whose research centers on next-generation energy materials and solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs). She has made notable contributions to the field through the development of molten hydroxide-based electrolytes that enable efficient operation at low temperatures, addressing one of the major limitations in traditional SOFC systems. Her innovative work on molten aluminum hydroxide (Al(OH)₃) as a high-performance electrolyte led to the creation of a bilayer structure (Al(OH)₃/SrTiO₃), facilitating superior proton conduction through a dynamic hydrogen-bonding network. Dr. Zhou’s research, supported by the Hundred Outstanding Talent Program of Jining University, has been published in leading international journals such as Ceramics International, where her paper “Molten Al(OH)₃ as an Innovative Electrolyte for SOFCs Below 500 °C” stands out as a significant scientific contribution. She has collaborated with prominent institutions including Hubei University, Shenzhen MSU-BIT University, and Kaili University, enhancing interdisciplinary research and innovation in energy systems. According to her Scopus profile, Dr. Zhou has authored 12 publications, received 148 citations, and holds an h-index of 7, reflecting her growing influence in the materials and energy research community. Her pioneering studies on proton transport mechanisms via the Grotthuss process have substantially advanced the understanding of low-temperature SOFCs, paving the way for sustainable, high-efficiency fuel cell technologies with potential industrial and environmental benefits.

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Feautured Publications

Zhou, X., Niu, S., Tian, Q., Ma, X., Jing, Y., Fu, M., & Wang, B. (2025). Molten Al(OH)₃ as an innovative electrolyte for SOFCs below 500 °C. Ceramics International.

Chen, H., Zhong, D., Xia, C., Zhou, X., & Wang, B. (2025). Cr poisoned the LiNi₀.₈Co₀.₁₅Al₀.₀₅O₂−δ cathode and the alkaline Li impregnation to recover the performance of Cr poisoned solid oxide fuel cell. Journal of Power Sources.

Zhou, X., Zheng, D., Wang, Q., Xiang, Y., & Wang, B. (2023). In situ formation of Ba₃CoNb₂O₉/Ba₅Nb₄O₁₅ heterostructure in electrolytes for enhancing proton conductivity and SOFC performance. Journal of Materials Chemistry A. Cited by 5

Xiang, Y., Jiang, C., Zheng, D., Zhou, X., & Wang, B. (2022). Interlayer conducting mechanism in α-LiAlO₂ enables fast proton transport with low activation energy for solid oxide fuel cells. Electrochimica Acta, 431, 141208. Cited by 13

 

Liu Feng | Nanocatalytic | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Liu Feng | Nanocatalytic | Best Researcher Award

Head of Research Office at Yunnan Precious Metals Lab | China

Dr. Liu Feng is a distinguished researcher from China specializing in precious metal nanocatalytic materials, currently affiliated with the Yunnan Precious Metal Laboratory in Kunming City, Yunnan Province. He earned his doctoral degree and has established himself as a leading expert in advanced catalyst design and electrochemical energy conversion. With 87 published documents, 896 total citations, and an h-index of 15 on Scopus, Dr. Liu has made substantial contributions to the field of nanocatalysis and sustainable energy materials. His work primarily focuses on the synthesis, structural modulation, and performance optimization of noble metal-based catalysts for hydrogen evolution and oxygen evolution reactions in water-splitting systems. Among his representative publications are “Size optimization of IrOx nanoparticles synthesized by Br mediation for enhanced PEM water electrolysis” (Molecular Catalysis, 2024), “Atomic Strain Wave-Featured LaRuIr Nanocrystals: Achieving Simultaneous Enhancement of Catalytic Activity and Stability toward Acidic Water Splitting” (Small, 2024), and “Ruddlesden–Popper Sr4Ir3O10 Perovskite: A New Family for Water Splitting Driven by Interlayer Oxygen Migration” (Applied Catalysis B: Environmental, 2024). His additional works in Green Energy & Environment, Journal of Energy Chemistry, and Nano Research further highlight his innovative research on Ru-Ir-Mn oxide systems and bimetallic catalysts for efficient energy conversion. Dr. Liu’s research not only deepens the understanding of nanocatalyst mechanisms but also advances the development of durable and high-performance electrocatalytic materials for clean energy technologies.

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Feautured Publications

Zhu, L., Zhang, M., Xu, J., Li, C., Yan, J., Zhou, G., Zhong, W., Hao, T., Song, J., & others. (2022). Single-junction organic solar cells with over 19% efficiency enabled by a refined double-fibril network morphology. Nature Materials, 21(6), 656–663. Cited by: 2,209

Li, C., Zhou, J., Song, J., Xu, J., Zhang, H., Zhang, X., Guo, J., Zhu, L., Wei, D., Han, G., & others. (2021). Non-fullerene acceptors with branched side chains and improved molecular packing to exceed 18% efficiency in organic solar cells. Nature Energy, 6(6), 605–613. Cited by: 1,974

He, Z., Xiao, B., Liu, F., Wu, H., Yang, Y., Xiao, S., Wang, C., Russell, T. P., & Cao, Y. (2015). Single-junction polymer solar cells with high efficiency and photovoltage. Nature Photonics, 9(3), 174–179. Cited by: 1,890

Kan, B., Li, M., Zhang, Q., Liu, F., Wan, X., Wang, Y., Ni, W., Long, G., Yang, X., & others. (2015). A series of simple oligomer-like small molecules based on oligothiophenes for solution-processed solar cells with high efficiency. Journal of the American Chemical Society, 137(11), 3886–3893. Cited by: 918

Zhang, Q., Kan, B., Liu, F., Long, G., Wan, X., Chen, X., Zuo, Y., Ni, W., Zhang, H., & others. (2015). Small-molecule solar cells with efficiency over 9%. Nature Photonics, 9(1), 35–41. Cited by: 901

 

Abrar Hussain | Synthetic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Abrar Hussain | Synthetic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Research Assistant at University of Science and Technology (UST) | South Korea

Mr. Abrar Hussain is a Pakistani chemist currently serving as a Research Assistant at the Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute (KAERI), South Korea. He earned his Master of Science in Chemistry from the National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST), Islamabad, graduating with distinction for his thesis on the synthesis and biological screening of novel Schiff bases, and completed his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry at the University of Sargodha. His research spans synthetic, environmental, and polymer chemistry, focusing on the development of nanomaterials, electrochemical sensors, and biomaterials for environmental and biomedical applications. Hussain has authored and co-authored multiple publications in leading journals, including the Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering, European Polymer Journal, Chemosphere, and Microchemical Journal, with additional papers under review in top-tier outlets such as the International Journal of Hydrogen Energy and Polymer Reviews. His notable works explore nanocomposite hydrogels, fluorescence-based detection technologies, and machine learning-driven environmental monitoring. According to his Scopus profile, he has accumulated 36 citations from 13 documents with an h-index of 4, reflecting his growing influence in multidisciplinary research. He has actively participated in international conferences and received several honors, including the Best Researcher of the Year Award from UST-KAERI. Professionally, he is affiliated with the American Chemical Society (ACS) and is recognized for his collaborative research contributions bridging chemistry, materials science, and environmental sustainability.

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Feautured Publications

Saleem, M., Hussain, A., Rauf, M., Khan, S. U., Haider, S., Hanif, M., Rafiq, M., et al. (2025). Ratiometric fluorescence and chromogenic probe for trace detection of selected transition metals. Journal of Fluorescence, 35(3), 1841–1853. Cited by: 12

Shahzad, K., Hasan, A., Naqvi, S. K. H., Parveen, S., Hussain, A., Ko, K. C., & Park, S. H. (2025). Recent advances and factors affecting the adsorption of nano/microplastics by magnetic biochar. Chemosphere, 370, 143936. Cited by: 11

Hussain, A., Raza, M. A., Shahzad, K., Ko, K. C., Han, S. S., & Park, S. H. (2024). Integration of molybdenum disulfide and phosphorene into polymeric-based nanocomposite hydrogels for various biomedical applications: Recent advances and future prospects. European Polymer Journal, 218, 113347. Cited by: 8

Saleem, M., Hussain, A., Hanif, M., Ahmad, H., Khan, S. U., Haider, S., Rafiq, M., et al. (2025). Synthesis, in vitro cytotoxic activity and optical analysis of substituted Schiff base derivatives. Journal of Fluorescence, 35(6), 3981–3989. Cited by: 6

Saleem, M., Hussain, A., Khan, S. U., Haider, S., Lee, K. H., & Park, S. H. (2025). Symmetrical ligand’s fabricated porous silicon surface based photoluminescence sensor for metal detection and entrapment. Journal of Fluorescence, 35(5), 2749–2762. Cited by: 5

Abhijeet Das | Hydrology | Best Industrial Research Award

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Dr. Abhijeet Das | Hydrology | Best Industrial Research Award

Project Consultant at C. V. Raman Global University | India

Dr. Abhijeet Das is a researcher specializing in Civil and Water Resource Engineering with expertise in watershed hydrology, hydrological modeling, climate change impact assessment, and geoinformatics. He earned his Ph.D. in Water Resource Engineering from C.V. Raman Global University, Bhubaneswar, following an M.Tech and B.Tech in Civil Engineering from Biju Patnaik University of Technology, Rourkela. With over ten years of cumulative professional experience, he has served in academia and consultancy, including roles at IGIT Sarang, CET Bhubaneswar, and Madhu Smita Design & Engineers Studio, Kolkata. His research encompasses hydrologic extremes, water quality management, and the integration of machine learning with GIS for sustainable resource planning. Dr. Das has collaborated internationally on multiple projects across Tunisia, the USA, Oman, the UK, South Africa, Syria, and Lebanon, addressing water quality, surface water management, and remote sensing applications. He has authored 89 research documents indexed in Scopus, receiving 217 citations with an h-index of 8. His scholarly output includes numerous conference presentations, books such as Futuristic Trends in Construction Materials & Civil Engineering and Waste Water Management, and several patents on AI- and IoT-based environmental technologies. Recognized globally, Dr. Das has received awards including the “Research Excellence Award-2024” and “Asia’s Most-Promising Researcher Award” for his contributions to water resource engineering. His work reflects a strong commitment to advancing hydrological research, sustainable water management, and interdisciplinary innovation.

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Feautured Publilcations

Das, A. (2025). Surface water quality assessment for drinking and pollution source characterization: A water quality index, GIS approach, and performance evaluation utilizing machine learning analysis. Desalination and Water Treatment, 323, 1304–1319.

Das, A. (2025). Geographical Information System–driven intelligent surface water quality assessment for enhanced drinking and irrigation purposes in Brahmani River, Odisha (India). Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, 197(6), 629.

 

Vladimir Atanasov | Fuel Cell | Excellence in Research Award

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Dr. Vladimir Atanasov | Fuel Cell | Excellence in Research Award

Team Leader at University of Stuttgart | Germany

Dr. Vladimir Milanov Atanasov is a distinguished researcher in polymer and membrane technology with more than 25 years of international experience in the field of chemical and polymer engineering. He currently serves as Team Leader for Polymer and Membrane Technology at the Institute of Chemical Process Engineering, University of Stuttgart. Born and educated in Bulgaria, he earned his M.Sc. in Organic and Analytical Chemistry from Sofia State University, followed by a Ph.D. under the supervision of Prof. Müllen at the Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research, Mainz. Dr. Atanasov has held several prestigious postdoctoral appointments, including at the MPI for Polymer Research, MPI for Solid State Research, and the University of Stuttgart, where his work focused on fuel cell and biomembrane applications. His expertise spans polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) preparation, advanced polymerization techniques, post-modification methods, and organic synthesis, particularly in phosphonated and sulfonated fluoro-arylenes and functionalized lipids. He is skilled in a wide range of characterization techniques, including EIS, DMA, NMR, MALDI-ToF, GPC, DSC, and FTIR. Dr. Atanasov has authored 33 scientific documents, including 35 peer-reviewed papers, and holds three patents. His contributions have been cited over 1,181 times, and his current Scopus profile reflects an h-index of 16. His ongoing research focuses on the development and characterization of novel polymer electrolyte membranes for high-temperature proton exchange membrane fuel cells (HT-PEMFC), combining innovative materials and advanced film-forming techniques to enhance efficiency and durability in energy applications.

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Feautured Publications

Atanasov, V., Knorr, N., Duran, R. S., Ingebrandt, S., Offenhäusser, A., & Knoll, W. (2005). Membrane on a chip: A functional tethered lipid bilayer membrane on silicon oxide surfaces. Biophysical Journal, 89(3), 1780–1788. Cited by: 250

Schuster, M., de Araujo, C. C., Atanasov, V., Andersen, H. T., Kreuer, K. D., & Maier, J. (2009). Highly sulfonated poly (phenylene sulfone): Preparation and stability issues. Macromolecules, 42(8), 3129–3137. Cited by: 204

Atanasov, V., Lee, A. S., Park, E. J., Maurya, S., Baca, E. D., Fujimoto, C., Hibbs, M., & others. (2021). Synergistically integrated phosphonated poly (pentafluorostyrene) for fuel cells. Nature Materials, 20(3), 370–377. Cited by: 198

Lim, K. H., Lee, A. S., Atanasov, V., Kerres, J., Park, E. J., Adhikari, S., Maurya, S., & others. (2022). Protonated phosphonic acid electrodes for high power heavy-duty vehicle fuel cells. Nature Energy, 7(3), 248–259. Cited by: 162

Atanasov, V., Atanasova, P. P., Vockenroth, I. K., Knorr, N., & Köper, I. (2006). A molecular toolkit for highly insulating tethered bilayer lipid membranes on various substrates. Bioconjugate Chemistry, 17(3), 631–637. Cited by: 94

Atanasov, V., & Kerres, J. (2011). Highly phosphonated polypentafluorostyrene. Macromolecules, 44(16), 6416–6423. Cited by: 93

Galina Kasperovich | Foundry Industry | Best Metallurgical Engineering Award

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Dr. Galina Kasperovich | Foundry Industry | Best Metallurgical Engineering Award

Scientific Associate at German Aerospace Center | Germany

Dr. Galina Kasperovich is an internationally recognized expert in materials science and metallurgy with more than four decades of research and academic contributions. Currently serving as a senior researcher at the German Aerospace Center (DLR) in Cologne, she specializes in the study of directional solidification of metallic alloys under both terrestrial and microgravity conditions, additive manufacturing, and thermophysical modeling. She holds dual university degrees in heat physics and foundry engineering, along with a Doctor of Engineering (Dr.-Ing.), which together underpin her multidisciplinary expertise bridging theoretical, experimental, and applied research. Her pioneering work in laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) of titanium and nickel alloys has advanced aerospace applications, particularly in turbine blade design and high-performance materials. She has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and presented widely at international conferences, contributing significantly to the development of modern alloy processing. With 22 Scopus-indexed documents, 1704 citations, and an h-index of 10, her research has been widely acknowledged by the scientific community. Beyond technical expertise, Dr. Kasperovich has been instrumental in strengthening global collaborations in materials science, integrating simulation and experimental approaches to address complex challenges in metallurgical engineering. Her career demonstrates not only scholarly depth but also practical innovation, making her a leading figure in additive manufacturing and space-related material research. Through her work, she has influenced both academic knowledge and industrial applications, solidifying her reputation as a key contributor to the advancement of high-performance materials in aerospace and beyond.

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Feautured Publications

Haubrich, J., Kasperovich, G., Gussone, J., Petersen, A., Schöffler, R., Lakemann, M., Ebel, P.-B., & Winkelmann, P. (2025, June). Advancing high-pressure turbine vane cooling through additive manufacturing: Insights from the 3DCeraTURB project. Proceedings of the ASME Turbo Expo Conference. Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt (DLR).

Kasperovich, G., Gussone, J., Besel, Y., Bartsch, M., & Haubrich, J. (2025, June). Optimizing mechanical performance of LPBF Inconel 718 for turbo-engine applications through tailored heat treatment and process parameter strategies. Proceedings of the ASME Turbo Expo Conference. Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt (DLR).

Müller, B. R., Kupsch, A., Laquai, R., Nellesen, J., Tillmann, W., Kasperovich, G., & Bruno, G. (2018). Microstructure characterisation of advanced materials via 2D and 3D X-ray refraction techniques. Materials Science Forum, 941, 2401–2406. Cited: 9

Kasperovich, G., Gussone, J., Bartsch, M., Haubrich, J., & Ebel, P.-B. (2025). Fuel thermal management and injector part design for LPBF manufacturing. Journal of Engineering for Gas Turbines and Power. Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt (DLR).

Kasperovich, G., Gussone, J., Besel, Y., Haubrich, J., & Bartsch, M. (2025). Tailoring the strength of Inconel 718: Insights into LPBF parameters and heat treatment synergy. Materials & Design. Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt (DLR). Cited: 6

Zafran Ullah | Photocatalyst | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Zafran Ullah | Photocatalyst | Best Researcher Award

Sunway University | Pakistan

Mr. Zafran Ullah is a dedicated PhD student at the School of Engineering, Sunway University, Malaysia, specializing in chemical engineering and sustainable chemical processes. He holds a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering from Universitas Diponegoro (UNDIP), Indonesia, awarded through a fully funded UNDIP scholarship. With over four years of research experience in academia, Zafran has contributed significantly to the field, publishing more than eight articles in renowned international journals including Elsevier, Analytical Sciences, Springer, and The Journal of Biological and Chemical Luminescence. His research primarily focuses on biomass conversion into value-added chemicals via TiO₂ photocatalysis, bridging fundamental chemical engineering principles with applied sustainable technologies. He has completed and is engaged in three research projects, collaborating with five international researchers, and serves as a reviewer for multiple scientific journals. According to Scopus, he has 34 citations across 3 documents and an h-index of 2, reflecting the growing impact of his research contributions. Zafran’s work emphasizes innovation in green chemistry, photochemical catalysis, and industrially relevant biomass valorization, aiming to provide practical solutions for energy and chemical sustainability challenges. He actively participates in consultancy and collaborative research projects, contributing to knowledge dissemination through peer-reviewed publications and scientific collaborations. His ongoing studies and professional engagements demonstrate a strong commitment to advancing chemical engineering research with societal and environmental relevance.

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Feautured Publications

Raza, M., Farooq, U., Khan, S. A., Ullah, Z., Khan, M. E., Ali, S. K., Bakather, O. Y., …. (2024). Preparation and spectrochemical characterization of Ni-doped ZnS nanocomposite for effective removal of emerging contaminants and hydrogen production: Reaction kinetics. Spectrochimica Acta Part A: Molecular and Biomolecular Spectroscopy, 124513. (Cited by 33)

Altaf, R., Ullah, Z., Darko, D. A., Iqbal, A., Khan, M. S., & Asif, M. (2022). Molecularly imprinted polymers for the detection of chlorpyrifos (an organophosphate pesticide). ASEAN Journal of Science and Engineering, 2(3), 257–266. (Cited by 11)

Jabbar, S., Khan, A. K., Hanif, H. M. B., Ammar, M., Ashraf, I., Khadija, A., Khalid, A., … Ullah, Z. (2022). The prevalence, severity and the contributive organizational factors of burnout syndrome among Pakistani physiotherapists. International Journal of Natural Medicine and Health Sciences, 1(3). (Cited by 6)

Khan, M. N., Jan, M. N., & Ullah, Z. (2023). Environmentally friendly protocol for the determination of sitagliptin phosphate in pharmaceutical preparations and biological fluids using l-tyrosine as a probe. Luminescence, 38(10), 1803–1813. (Cited by 4)

Khan, M. N., Zaman, N., Mursaleen, M., Naz, F., & Ullah, Z. (2022). Eco-friendly approach for determination of moxifloxacin in pharmaceutical preparations and biological fluids through fluorescence quenching of eosin Y. Analytical Sciences, 38(12), 1541–1547. (Cited by 2)

Ullah, Z., Ariyant, D., Simk, W., Aamir, A., Khan, M., Ulla, Y., & Kha, A. (2023). Advancements in the conversion of lingo biomass to glucose with photocatalysts. European Chemical Bulletin, 12, 16498–16515. (Cited by 1)

Rogério Navarro Correia de Siqueira | Sustainable Nanomaterials | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Rogério Navarro Correia de Siqueira | Sustainable Nanomaterials | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro | Brazil

Prof. Dr. Rogério Navarro Correia de Siqueira is a faculty member in the Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering at the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio), where he earned his Ph.D. and has served as an adjunct professor. His research spans nanomaterials synthesis, bio-based materials processing, and thermodynamic modeling of non-ideal systems, with significant contributions in the development of oxidized nanocatalysts supported by cellulose nanofibers for hydrogen generation, adsorption of transition metals from aqueous solutions, and the design of hybrid nanomaterials for energy storage and sustainable energy applications. Prof. Siqueira has led multiple projects, including two completed and two ongoing funded research initiatives, alongside consultancy experience and patent development, reflecting both academic and industrial engagement. He has published 26 papers in international journals indexed in Scopus and Web of Science, has served as guest editor for special issues in Minerals and Metals (MDPI), and actively collaborates with leading institutions such as TU-Berlin, UERJ, and UFOP on advanced nanocatalyst design and CO₂ capture modeling. According to Scopus, his work has been cited 167 times, and he has an h-index of 9, reflecting an emerging but growing impact in nanomaterials and energy transition research. His contributions to efficient computational methods for vapor–liquid equilibria, adsorption studies on functionalized nanocellulose, and catalytic hydrogen generation highlight his role in advancing sustainable materials science and metallurgical engineering applications. Prof. Siqueira continues to build international recognition through innovative approaches that bridge fundamental research with real-world energy solutions.

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Feautured Publications

Braz, W. F., Teixeira, L. T., Navarro, R., & Pandoli, O. G. (2025). Nanocellulose application for metal adsorption and its effect on nanofiber thermal behavior. Metals, 15(8), 832.

Rego, A. S. C., Navarro, R. C. S., Brocchi, E. A., & Souza, R. F. M. (2024). Kinetic study on the thermal decomposition of iron (II) sulfate using a global optimization approach. Materials Chemistry and Physics, 304, 129869.

Moreira, P. H. L. R., Siqueira, R. N. C., & Vilani, C. (2024). A simple chemical equilibrium algorithm applied for single and multiple reaction systems. Computer Applications in Engineering Education, 32(3), 987–1004.

Teixeira, L. T., Lima, S. L. S. de, Rosado, T. F., Liu, L., Vitorino, H. A., dos Santos, C. C., Mendonça, J. P., Garcia, M. A. S., Siqueira, R. N. C., & da Silva, A. G. M. (2023). Sustainable cellulose nanofibers-mediated synthesis of uniform spinel Zn-ferrites nanocorals for high performances in supercapacitors. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 24(11), 9169.

Teixeira, L. T., Braz, W. F., Siqueira, R. N. C., Pandoli, O. G., & Geraldes, M. C. (2021). Sulfated and carboxylated nanocellulose for Co²⁺ adsorption. Journal of Materials Research and Technology, 15, 123–135.

Dinesh Bhatia | Composites | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Dinesh Bhatia | Composites | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at Jawaharlal Nehru Government Engineering College | India

Assist. Prof. Dr. Dinesh Bhatia is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Textile Engineering at J.N. Government Engineering College, Sundernagar, with a Ph.D. in Textile Engineering from the National Institute of Technology Jalandhar. His research focuses on yarn manufacturing, yarn structure, clothing comfort, geotextiles, product development, modeling and simulation, and product and process optimization. With a strong academic and research record, Dr. Bhatia has contributed extensively to textile materials science, particularly in the areas of thermo-physiological wear comfort, structural modifications of yarns and fabrics, and the application of multi-attribute decision-making techniques for material selection. His research also extends into the interdisciplinary domain of geotextiles, where he explores chemical modifications and performance improvements of coir and jute-based materials for road construction and pavement reinforcement, reflecting applications relevant to civil and materials engineering. Dr. Bhatia has authored numerous publications in reputed journals such as Fibers and Polymers, Journal of Natural Fibers, Indian Journal of Fibre & Textile Research, Tekstilec, and Journal of Engineered Fibers and Fabrics. According to Scopus, he has published over 13 documents, with more than 43 citations and an h-index of 4, demonstrating both research productivity and impact. His recent works include computational modeling of air permeability in woven fabrics, reviews on women’s body armor and fabrics for extreme cold, and the selection of treated coir geotextiles using advanced decision-making techniques. Through his academic contributions and mentoring of postgraduate dissertations, Dr. Bhatia continues to advance textile science with significant industrial and interdisciplinary applications.

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Feautured Publications

Bhatia, D., Sharma, A., & Malhotra, U. (2014). Recycled fibers: An overview. International Journal of Fiber and Textile Research, 4(4), 77–82. Cited by: 102

Bhatia, D., & Malhotra, U. (2016). Thermophysiological wear comfort of clothing: An overview. Journal of Textile Science & Engineering, 6(2), 1–8. Cited by: 53

Sharma, N., Kumar, P., Bhatia, D., & Sinha, S. K. (2016). Moisture management behaviour of knitted fabric from structurally modified ring and vortex spun yarn. Journal of The Institution of Engineers (India): Series E, 97(2), 123–129. Cited by: 29

Bhatia, D., & Sinha, S. K. (2020). Optimization of structurally modified wool/polyester blended yarns using desirability function. Journal of The Institution of Engineers (India): Series E, 101(2), 115–124. Cited by: 8

Bhatia, D., & Sinha, S. K. (2021). Geometrical modelling of herringbone twill fabric for prediction of thermal resistance using finite element method. Fibers and Polymers, 22(10), 2885–2891. Cited by: 7

 

Antoni Mir Pons | Smart Materials | Young Scientist Award

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Mr. Antoni Mir Pons | Smart Materials | Young Scientist Award

University of the Balearic Islands | Spain

Mr. Antoni Mir Pons is a Spanish civil engineer specializing in construction engineering and structural reinforcement, currently serving as a researcher at the University of the Balearic Islands (UIB). He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Technologies Engineering and Business Administration and Management from the University of Girona. He also earned a Master’s in Industrial Engineering from UIB, where he received the Best Master’s Thesis award. His doctoral research focuses on the effects of semi-cyclic loading on structural reinforcement using iron-based shape-memory alloys (Fe-SMA). Pons has contributed to several international conferences, including SMAR 2024 in Salerno and the 15th fib International PhD Symposium in Budapest, presenting studies on Fe-SMA reinforced concrete structures. His research interests encompass concrete structures and blasting, with a particular emphasis on the application of Fe-SMA for strengthening existing structures. He has been involved in various R&D projects, such as RESTART and CICLO-ESTRUCTURA, focusing on the resilience of concrete infrastructure and the structural effects of cyclic overloads on Fe-SMA reinforced concrete beams. Pons has published articles in peer-reviewed journals, including “Experimental study on semi-cyclic loading effects on Fe-SMA reinforced concrete structures” and “Effects of semi-cyclic loading on the recovery stresses of iron-based shape-memory alloy bars,” both co-authored with Sandra del Río Bonnín, Carlos Ribas, and Antoni Cladera. His Scopus profile indicates 4 documents, 2 citations and an h-index of 1. Additionally, he has teaching experience in laboratory practices for the Structures I course in the Technical Architecture program at UIB. Pons is also active on ResearchGate, where he shares his publications and collaborates with fellow researchers.

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Feautured Publilcations

Mir Pons, A., Del-Río-Bonnín, S., Ruiz-Pinilla, J. G., & Cladera, A. (2025). Experimental study on recovery stress losses in Fe-SMA rebars under semi-cyclic loads considering different activation temperatures and multiple activations. Journal of Structural Engineering, 151(9), 04023109.

Mir Pons, A., Del-Río-Bonnín, S., Ribas, C., & Cladera, A. (2024). Experimental study on semi-cyclic loading effects on Fe-SMA reinforced concrete structures. Materials and Structures, 57(6), 1–16.

Mir Pons, A., Del-Río-Bonnín, S., Ribas, C., & Cladera, A. (2024). Effects of semi-cyclic loading on the recovery stresses of iron-based shape-memory alloy bars. Materials Science and Engineering: A, 859, 144151.

Mir Pons, A., Kustov, B., Ruiz Pinilla, J. G., & Cladera, A. (2024). Characterization of 11-mm Fe-SMA bars used as prestressing reinforcement in concrete structures. Proceedings of the 13th International Conference on Smart Materials and Nanotechnology in Engineering (SMN 2024), 1–8.

Mir Pons, A., Del Río-Bonnín, S., Ribas, C., & Cladera, A. (2024). Effects of semi-cyclic loading on reinforced concrete beams strengthened with iron-based shape-memory alloy bars. Proceedings of the 15th fib International PhD Symposium in Civil Engineering, 1–8.