Dr. Muhammad Mubeen | Anti-Corrosion | Young Scientist Award

University of Science and Technology of China | China

Dr. Muhammad Mubeen is a highly motivated and accomplished researcher in the field of materials science and engineering, currently pursuing his Ph.D. at the University of Science and Technology of China, following an M.S. in Materials Science and Engineering from Beijing University of Chemical Technology and a B.Sc. in Metallurgy and Materials Engineering from Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Pakistan. Mubeen has made significant contributions to corrosion-resistant coatings, nanomaterials, and advanced composite materials, authoring 25 documents with a total of 620 citations and an h-index of 12 according to Scopus. His key publications include studies on anti-corrosion self-healable epoxy coatings reinforced with Guanine-MRS@MoS2 heterostructures, heterostructured melamine resin spheres@GO epoxy composites for automotive applications (Chemical Engineering Journal, 2024), and the development of automated rust detection networks for steel structures (Archives of Civil and Mechanical Engineering, 2025). Mubeen’s research experience spans the synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials, fabrication of smart coatings for Zn-Al-Mg coated steel, and exploration of Nitinol alloys for biomedical applications. He has also actively engaged in professional internships at Pepsico, Inc., and PECS Industries, contributing to engineering, supply chain, and corporate affairs projects. His accolades include the Chinese Government Scholarship, PEEF Merit-Based Scholarship, and recognition for best research posters and interuniversity leadership. In addition to research, he has volunteered with organizations such as the Edhi Foundation and Bike Angel Association of China, reflecting his commitment to societal impact and STEM outreach.

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Featured Publications

Murtaza, H., Zhao, J., Tabish, M., Wang, J., Mubeen, M., Zhang, J., & Zhang, S. (2024). Protective and flame-retardant bifunctional epoxy-based nanocomposite coating by intercomponent synergy between modified CaAl-LDH and rGO. ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, 16(10), 13114–13131.

Mubeen, M., Zhao, J., Tabish, M., Wang, J., Mahmood, M., Murtaza, H., & Jawad, M. (2024). Heterostructured melamine resin Spheres@GO reinforced epoxy composite achieving robust corrosion-resistance of Zn-Al-Mg coated steel for automotive applications. Chemical Engineering Journal, 499, 156070.

Mahmood, M., Mubeen, M., Wang, W., Tabish, M., Murtaza, H., & Jawad, M. (2025). Mechanically robust and self-healing protective coating for Zn-Al-Mg coated steel enhanced by benzotriazole-5 carboxylic acid intercalated MgAlCe ternary LDH. Progress in Organic Coatings, 201, 109107.

Flehan, A., Jinna, L., Tabish, M., Kumar, A., Mohammed, Y. A. Y. A., & Mubeen, M. (2023). Development of anti-corrosion and hydrophobicity of a nanostructured Ce-La film via the PDA post-treatment modification. Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 968, 172139.

Khalid, S., Mubeen, M., Tabish, M., Jawad, M., Malik, M. U., Ilyas, H. M. A., & others. (2025). When low-dimensional nanomaterials meet polymers: A promising configuration for flame retardancy and corrosion protection. Chemical Engineering Journal, 515, 163678.

Dr. Vipin Kumar Sharma | Advanced Separation | Best Researcher Award

Research Scholar at Indian Institute Of Technology (IIT) Tirupati | India

Dr. Vipin Kumar Sharma is a dedicated and accomplished chemical engineer with a strong academic and professional background. He earned his B.Tech. and M.Tech. in Chemical Engineering with First Class Distinction from SRM University, where he was awarded a Gold Medal and an SRM University Scholarship for academic excellence. He also holds postgraduate diplomas in Health, Safety & Environment and Business Administration from Annamalai University, both with First Class Distinction. Dr. Sharma completed his Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology, Tirupati. With over 15 years of professional experience, he has made significant contributions in the fields of heavy vessel design, fertilizer, cement, and uranium processing industries. Currently, he serves as Additional Superintendent (Mill & Safety) at Uranium Corporation of India Limited under the Department of Atomic Energy, where he oversees operations, safety, and regulatory compliance with agencies such as AERB, CPCB, and BARC. His research has been published in several SCI and Scopus-indexed journals, earning accolades such as the Best Paper Award during the Platinum Jubilee Celebration of IIChE (2022), and multiple technical paper awards. He has 4 publications with 5 citations and an h-index of 2, according to his Scopus profile. Dr. Sharma is affiliated with numerous professional bodies including ASME, IEI, IAENG, IFERP, and ISHMT, and serves as an Executive Alumni Member and Board of Studies Member at SRM University and KPR Institute of Engineering and Technology.

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Featured Publications

Sharma, V. K., Namboori, V. R., Tunga, C. R., & Lankalapalli, K. (2023). Technical modification of alkali leaching circuit to improve slurry throughput into the autoclave. Chandrasekhar, L., Lankalapalli, K., & Sarkar, S. (8).

Sharma, V. K., Thamida, S. K., & Reddy, B. N. K. (2023). Carbonation and modeling study for process liquor in batch mode using flue gas in the mining and mineral processing industry. Chemical Papers, 11(4), 1–17.

Sharma, L. R. V. K. (2019). Case study of air quality at Tummalapalle Mill and effective actions for improvement. In 36th DAE Safety & Occupational Health Professional Meet organised by Nuclear… (7*).

Sharma, V. K., Thamida, S. K., & Reddy, B. N. K. (2023). Engineering study of water jacket system in place of a spiral heat exchanger at mining and mineral ore processing industry. European Chemical Bulletin, 12(7), 1507–1512.

Sharma, V. K. (2020). Effective use of LDO fired boiler flue gas in carbonation of process liquor at alkali leaching based Tummalapalle Mill. Singhania University, District Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan, India. (5).