Ayesha Tasawar | Hydrometallurgical | Excellence in Research Award

Published on by MTE Awards

Mrs. Ayesha Tasawar | Hydrometallurgical | Excellence in Research Award

Scientific Assistant at Institute of Process Metallurgy and Metal Recycling (IME), RWTH Aachen University | Germany

Mrs. Ayesha Tasawar is an emerging researcher in process metallurgy and sustainable materials engineering, with a strong focus on lithium-ion battery recycling and resource recovery. Her research addresses key challenges in circular economy technologies, particularly the hydrometallurgical processing of lithium iron phosphate (LFP) blackmass. She is the lead author of peer-reviewed journal articles in Resources, Conservation and Recycling and Metals, demonstrating original contributions to efficient lithium recovery through oxidative roasting and organic-acid-enabled leaching. Her work combines scientific rigor with industrial relevance, offering environmentally responsible solutions for advanced battery recycling. Scopus profile, 2 publications, emerging citation record, and emerging h-index.

View ORCID Profile

Featured Publications

Dongxin Wang | Rare Metal Materials | Excellence in Research Award

Published on by MTE Awards

Dr. Dongxin Wang | Rare Metal Materials | Excellence in Research Award

Director at State Key Laboratory of Special Rare Metal Materials | China

Dr. Dongxin Wang is a distinguished researcher recognized for impactful contributions to advanced materials and metallurgical research. His scholarly work emphasizes scientific rigor, innovation, and relevance to contemporary engineering challenges. He has published 41 peer-reviewed research documents, demonstrating sustained research productivity and academic leadership. His work has garnered 179 citations, reflecting strong visibility and influence within the international research community. With a Scopus h-index of 8, Dr. Wang’s research shows consistent citation performance across multiple publications. The quality, originality, and measurable impact of his research outputs clearly establish his suitability for the Excellence in Research Award, honoring significant and enduring contributions to research excellence.

Citation Metrics (Scopus)

200

100

50

25

0

Citations
179

Documents
41

h-index
8


View Scopus Profile

Featured Publications

Abdelhadi Kassiba | Photoactive Nanomaterials | Innovative Research Award

Published on by MTE Awards

Prof. Dr. Abdelhadi Kassiba | Photoactive Nanomaterials | Innovative Research Award

Professor at IMMM, Institut des Molécules et Matériaux du Mans | France

Prof. Dr. AbdelHadi Kassiba is a leading innovator in condensed matter physics and functional nanomaterials, with pioneering contributions to wide bandgap semiconductors, nanocomposites, and photoactive oxides. His research combines advanced spectroscopic techniques with materials physics to uncover structure–property relationships critical for nonlinear optics, electro-optics, environmental remediation, and renewable energy applications. The originality and interdisciplinary nature of his work have resulted in strong global impact and scientific recognition. His Scopus profile reflects this influence, with 139 peer-reviewed publications, 2,766 citations, and an h-index of 29, demonstrating sustained research productivity, innovation, and long-term scholarly impact suitable for the Innovative Research Award.

Citation Metrics

3000

2000

500

100

0

Citations
2766

Documents
139

h-index
29

Featured Publications

Fahanwi Asabuwa Ngwabebhoh | Sustainable Materials | Research Excellence Award

Published on by MTE Awards

Assist. Prof. Dr. Fahanwi Asabuwa Ngwabebhoh | Sustainable Materials | Research Excellence Award

Research Scientist at Kocaeli University | Turkey

Assist. Prof. Dr. Fahanwi Asabuwa Ngwabebhoh is a materials and polymer scientist recognized for advancing functional biomaterials, nanocomposites, and environmentally responsive polymers through research that integrates synthesis, structural modification, and performance optimization. His scientific work centers on bioinspired hydrogels, nanocellulose-derived systems, electroactive polymer composites, and sustainable biopolymer materials designed for applications in adsorption, drug delivery, wound healing, environmental remediation, energy storage, and biosensing. With 1,385 citations, 48 published documents, and a Scopus h-index of 19, he is widely acknowledged for producing high-impact research that bridges fundamental materials chemistry with practical technological solutions. His investigations have yielded important contributions to controlled drug delivery systems, injectable and self-crosslinking hydrogels, microbial cellulose biocomposites, conductive polymer–based electrodes for supercapacitors, photodegradation materials, and agro-waste-derived sustainable composites. He has also developed optimized nanostructured adsorbents and membrane systems for emerging pollutant removal, applying advanced modeling tools such as response surface methodology and kinetic–isotherm analysis to enhance material efficiency and predict functional behavior. His research on nitrogen-doped cellulose gels, enzymatically crosslinked hydrogels, and biodegradable nanofibrous scaffolds has been influential in both environmental and biomedical materials science. Dr. Ngwabebhoh’s work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary depth, combining polymer chemistry, nanotechnology, materials characterization, and applied engineering principles to generate innovation-driven scientific output. His publication profile and research achievements reflect impactful contributions that support sustainable technologies, advanced biomaterials, and green material design, establishing him as a leading researcher suited for recognition through the Research Excellence Award.

Profiles : Scopus | ORCID | Google Scholar

Featured Publications

Ngwabebhoh, F. A., Gazi, M., & Oladipo, A. A. (2016). Adsorptive removal of multi-azo dye from aqueous phase using a semi-IPN superabsorbent chitosan-starch hydrogel. Chemical Engineering Research and Design. Citation: 173

Ngwabebhoh, F. A., Erdagi, S. I., & Yildiz, U. (2018). Pickering emulsions stabilized nanocellulosic-based nanoparticles for coumarin and curcumin nanoencapsulations: In vitro release, anticancer and antimicrobial activities. Carbohydrate Polymers. Citation: 165

Erdagi, S. I., Ngwabebhoh, F. A., & Yildiz, U. (2020). Genipin crosslinked gelatin-diosgenin-nanocellulose hydrogels for potential wound dressing and healing applications. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules. Citation: 142

Nguyen, T. H., Fei, H., Sapurina, I., Ngwabebhoh, F. A., Bubulinca, C., Munster, L., & others. (2021). Electrochemical performance of composites made of rGO with Zn-MOF and PANI as electrodes for supercapacitors. Electrochimica Acta. Citation: 131

Ngwabebhoh, F. A., Zandraa, O., Patwa, R., Saha, N., Capáková, Z., & Saha, P. (2021). Self-crosslinked chitosan/dialdehyde xanthan gum blended hypromellose hydrogel for the controlled delivery of ampicillin, minocycline and rifampicin. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules. Citation: 103

Jei Pil Wang | Extraction of Rare Earth Elements | Editorial Board Member

Published on by MTE Awards

Prof. Jei Pil Wang | Extraction of Rare Earth Elements | Editorial Board Member

Professor at Pukyong National University | South Korea

Professor Jei-Pil Wang is a highly accomplished researcher in metallurgical engineering, recognized for his strong contributions to extractive metallurgy, chemical metallurgy, powder fabrication, and sustainable recycling processes. His scholarly influence is evident through 781 citations, 126 published documents, and an h-index of 13 in Scopus, reflecting a career marked by steady research productivity and global academic engagement. His work advances key areas such as metallurgical reaction mechanisms, thermochemical behavior, and process optimization, offering important insights into improving metal extraction routes and developing efficient powder fabrication methods. A significant portion of his research focuses on environmentally conscious recycling technologies, aligning with modern demands for resource sustainability and industrial waste reduction. His publications demonstrate a balanced integration of experimental rigor, analytical interpretation, and practical applicability, making his research valuable both to academia and industry. Professor Wang’s studies often bridge theoretical metallurgical principles with real-world processing challenges, contributing to technological advancements that enhance operational efficiency and environmental compliance. His body of work reflects a commitment to scientific clarity, methodological precision, and research relevance-qualities that are essential for maintaining editorial standards in high-quality journals. His ability to evaluate complex metallurgical problems, combined with a demonstrated record of producing impactful, peer-reviewed research, positions him strongly for responsibilities such as manuscript assessment, publication guidance, and strategic editorial decision-making. Given his experience, citation strength, and multidisciplinary research alignment, he is highly suitable for serving as an Editorial Board Member in journals focused on metallurgy, materials science, and sustainable metallurgical process development.

Profiles : Scopus | ORCID

Featured Publications

Urtnasan, E., Kim, C.-J., Chung, Y.-J., & Wang, J.-P. (2025). Selective recovery of rare earth elements from electric motors in end-of-life vehicles via copper slag for sustainability. Processes.

Lee, H., & Wang, J.-P. (2025). Design and implementation of a fire-responsive cooling–suppression integrated system for mitigating fire risks in data-center GPU servers. International Journal of Innovative Research and Scientific Studies.

Yeo, Y.-H., & Wang, J.-P. (2025). A study on freezing technology for the safe storage and transportation of spent lithium-ion batteries. International Journal of Innovative Research and Scientific Studies.

Jung, S.-H., Jung, J.-M., & Wang, J.-P. (2025). Development of a discharge-free pre-treatment device for spent lithium-ion batteries under an inert atmosphere. International Journal of Innovative Research and Scientific Studies.

Park, Y. S., & Wang, J.-P. (2025). Effect of metal borides on the hardness and wear of STD11 steel. International Journal of Innovative Research and Scientific Studies.