Qianzhe Zhang | Crystallographic Orientation | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Qianzhe Zhang | Crystallographic Orientation | Best Researcher Award

Postdoctoral Researcher at Zhejiang University of Technology| China

Dr. Qianzhe Zhang is a postdoctoral researcher at the Zhejiang University of Technology, where he explores advanced nanostructured materials for catalysis, sensing, and energy applications. His academic foundation, built on a Ph.D. in Materials Science from the Autonomous University of Barcelona, has shaped a research path that integrates crystal engineering, thin-film growth, and hybrid nanomaterial synthesis. With 3 Scopus-indexed papers, 232 citations, and an h-index of 3, Dr. Zhang’s contributions reflect both technical depth and applied relevance. His major studies include High-performance In₂O₃@PANI core–shell architectures with ultralong charge carrier lifetime for photocatalytic degradation of 1,2-dichlorobenzene (Applied Catalysis B: Environmental, 2020), Micro/Nanostructure Engineering of Epitaxial Piezoelectric α-Quartz Thin Films on Silicon (ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, 2020), and Tailoring the crystal growth of quartz on silicon for patterning epitaxial piezoelectric films (Nanoscale Advances, 2019). Earlier, his research on α-Fe₂O₃/In₂O₃ composite hollow microspheres and bcc-In₂O₃ hollow structures advanced visible-light-driven photocatalysis and gas degradation mechanisms. His ongoing investigations emphasize the interface control and charge transfer dynamics within complex nanoarchitectures, aiming to enhance efficiency and environmental compatibility. Dr. Zhang’s steady record of citations, high-impact publications, and contributions to energy-efficient materials science mark him as an emerging leader in functional nanomaterials and a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

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Featured Publications

Xu, L., Zhang, Q., Xu, Z., & Zhang, G. (2024). Metal–organic frameworks-based catalysts for methane production. Industrial & Engineering Chemistry Research. Citation: 2

Zhang, F., Li, X., Zhao, Q., Chen, G., & Zhang, Q. (2020). High-performance In₂O₃@PANI core–shell architectures with ultralong charge carriers lifetime for photocatalytic degradation of gaseous 1,2-dichlorobenzene. Applied Catalysis B: Environmental. Citation: 122

Zhang, Q., Sánchez-Fuentes, D., Desgarceaux, R., Escofet-Majoral, P., Oró-Soler, J., Gázquez, J., Larrieu, G., Charlot, B., Gómez, A., & Gich, M. (2020). Micro/nanostructure engineering of epitaxial piezoelectric α-quartz thin films on silicon. ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces. Citation: 31

Zhang, Q., Sánchez-Fuentes, D., Gómez, A., Desgarceaux, R., Charlot, B., Gázquez, J., Carretero-Genevrier, A., & Gich, M. (2019). Tailoring the crystal growth of quartz on silicon for patterning epitaxial piezoelectric films. Nanoscale Advances. Citation: 33

Zhang, F., Li, X., Zhao, Q., Zhang, Q., Tadé, M., & Liu, S. (2015). Fabrication of α-Fe₂O₃/In₂O₃ composite hollow microspheres: A novel hybrid photocatalyst for toluene degradation under visible light. Journal of Colloid and Interface Science. Citation: 86

Zhang, Q., Li, X., Zhao, Q., Shi, Y., Zhang, F., Liu, B., Ke, J., & Wang, L. (2015). Photocatalytic degradation of gaseous toluene over bcc-In₂O₃ hollow microspheres. Applied Surface Science. Citation: 32

Manish Kumar | X-ray Diffraction | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Manish Kumar | X-ray Diffraction | Young Scientist Award

Associate Professor at Delhi University | India

Dr. Manish Kumar, Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry from the University of Delhi, is a dedicated researcher specializing in coordination chemistry, organometallic chemistry, and bioinorganic chemistry with significant expertise in the design and synthesis of metal complexes for biological and medicinal applications. His doctoral research focused on the synthesis and characterization of metal complexes derived from quinolone derivatives and heterocyclic ligands, exploring their structural and biological properties. He has authored 145 publications indexed in Scopus, with a total of 1,333 citations from 1,189 documents and an h-index of 19, reflecting both productivity and research impact. His notable works include studies on copper(II) and nickel(II) complexes, nanocomposites, and metallodrug development, contributing to advancements in DNA and protein binding studies, antimicrobial evaluation, and drug delivery systems. Dr. Kumar has co-authored multiple book chapters with international publishers, further demonstrating his contribution to medicinal inorganic chemistry and bioremediation. He has been recognized for his academic and research achievements, including qualifying national-level examinations such as UPSC Chemist, CSIR-UGC NET, and GATE with top rankings. His teaching experience at the University of Delhi as Assistant Professor (Guest) included mentoring postgraduate students and supervising laboratory courses in inorganic chemistry. Beyond his academic output, he has presented at national and international conferences, gaining visibility within the scientific community. With strong laboratory management skills and extensive experience in advanced spectroscopic and electrochemical techniques, Dr. Manish Kumar continues to establish himself as an influential figure in inorganic and bioinorganic chemistry with promising contributions to sustainable and biomedical research.

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Feautured Publications

Raw, R. S., Kumar, M., & Singh, N. (2013). Security challenges, issues and their solutions for VANET. International Journal of Network Security & Its Applications, 5(5), 95–105. Cited by: 300

Nie, J., Sun, Y., Zhou, Y., Kumar, M., Usman, M., Li, J., Shao, J., Wang, L., … (2020). Bioremediation of water containing pesticides by microalgae: Mechanisms, methods, and prospects for future research. Science of the Total Environment, 707, 136080. Cited by: 297

Kumar, M., Sahu, S. K., Kumar, R., Subuddhi, A., Maji, R. K., Jana, K., Gupta, P., … (2015). MicroRNA let-7 modulates the immune response to Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection via control of A20, an inhibitor of the NF-κB pathway. Cell Host & Microbe, 17(3), 345–356. Cited by: 275

Sinha, A., Gulati, A., Saini, S., Blanc, C., Gupta, A., Gurjar, B. S., Saini, H., … (2014). Prompt plasma exchanges and immunosuppressive treatment improves the outcomes of anti-factor H autoantibody-associated hemolytic uremic syndrome in children. Kidney International, 85(5), 1151–1160. Cited by: 251

Jain, V., Kumar, M., & Chatterji, D. (2006). ppGpp: Stringent response and survival. Journal of Microbiology, 44(1), 1–10. Cited by: 212

Mishra, S., Kumar, R., & Kumar, M. (2023). Use of treated sewage or wastewater as an irrigation water for agricultural purposes—Environmental, health, and economic impacts. Total Environment Research Themes, 6, 100051. Cited by: 182