Minmin Yan | Nano Energy Materials | Research Excellence Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Minmin Yan | Nano Energy Materials | Research Excellence Award

Associate Professor at Nanjing University of Science and Technology | China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Minmin Yan, Associate Professor at Nanjing University of Science and Technology, excels in designing high-performance nano-catalysts for sustainable energy conversion. His work focuses on carbon-based single-atom catalysts and Pt-based intermetallic nanoparticles, addressing challenges in catalyst stability and oxygen utilization for water electrolysis, H₂O₂ synthesis, and hydrogen fuel cells. With over 25 Scopus-indexed publications in top journals (Nat. Commun., Adv. Mater., ACS Nano), 2,208 citations, and an h-index of 21, he has also secured multiple patents and international collaborations. His innovative contributions significantly advance green energy technologies, reflecting outstanding research excellence and global impact.

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Low‐Coordinated Co–N–C on Oxygenated Graphene for Efficient Electrocatalytic H2O2 Production
– Advanced Functional Materials 32 (5), 2106886, 2022, Citations: 199

Ayesha Tasawar | Hydrometallurgical | Excellence in Research Award

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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.

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Abdelhadi Kassiba | Photoactive Nanomaterials | Innovative Research Award

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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.

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Samir Farhat | 2D Boron Nitride | Advanced Alloys and Materials Award

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Dr. Samir Farhat | 2D Boron Nitride | Advanced Alloys and Materials Award

Doctor at Sorbonne Paris Nord University | France

Samir Farhat is highly suitable for the Advanced Alloys and Materials Award based on his internationally recognized contributions to advanced materials processing and two-dimensional materials. His research has significantly advanced the synthesis and control of graphene, carbon nanotubes, diamond, and hexagonal boron nitride through innovative electromagnetic induction–based approaches, enabling scalable, reproducible, and high-quality material fabrication. Notably, he pioneered inductive synthesis routes for graphene with controlled domain size, developed the first inductive method for large-area single-crystal Cu(111) substrates, and achieved breakthrough synthesis of h-BN, highlighted by a journal cover feature. His work integrates experimental investigation with thermochemical and kinetic modeling, directly impacting advanced alloys, functional substrates, and next-generation materials systems. According to the Scopus profile, he has 1,051 citations, 63 peer-reviewed publications, and an h-index of 17, reflecting strong scholarly impact and sustained research excellence.

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Mudassir Hussain Tahir | Pyrolysis | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Mudassir Hussain Tahir | Pyrolysis | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at Nanjing Forestry University | China

Dr. Mudassir Hussain Tahir is a highly accomplished researcher whose prolific scientific contributions and multidisciplinary impact make him an exceptional candidate for the Best Researcher Award. With 2,411 citations, 119 peer-reviewed publications, and an impressive Scopus h-index of 27, he has established a strong global research footprint in biomass thermochemical conversion, catalytic pyrolysis, heterogeneous catalyst development, sustainable hydrogen-rich syngas production, CO₂ adsorption, bio-based chemical synthesis, and machine-learning-assisted materials discovery. His work has advanced fundamental understanding of pyrolysis kinetics, reactor design, catalyst–feedstock interactions, and waste-to-energy pathways, leading to high-value bio-oils, green chemicals, and sustainable aviation fuel precursors. He has published influential articles in leading journals such as Energy & Fuels, Bioresource Technology, Fuel, International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, Journal of Analytical and Applied Pyrolysis, ACS Omega, and Applied Thermal Engineering, covering both experimental innovation and computational materials design. His research also integrates advanced data-driven methodologies for designing organic semiconductors, dyes, polymers, and photovoltaic materials, positioning him at the frontier of clean energy materials research. In addition to his extensive publication record, he has served as Guest Editor and Review Editor for reputable journals, reflecting strong leadership and recognition within the scientific community. His contributions span renewable energy, waste valorization, catalysis, environmental sustainability, and predictive materials chemistry, demonstrating both depth and breadth in research excellence. Dr. Tahir’s sustained scholarly productivity, high citation impact, and transformative contributions to biomass energy and materials innovation exemplify the qualities of a distinguished and forward-thinking scientist, making him thoroughly deserving of the Best Researcher Award.

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