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.

Hailian Hong | Material Physics | Best Researcher Award

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 Prof. Dr. Hailian Hong | Material Physics| Best Researcher Award

Professor at sanming university, China.

Hong Hailian, born in December 1977 in Jinzhou, Liaoning, is a Manchu researcher and professor specializing in condensed matter physics. With a Ph.D. in Materials Physics from Dalian University of Technology (a 985 University), he currently serves as Secretary and Deputy Director of the Fujian Key Laboratory of Equipment Intelligent Control. Dr. Hong has held long-term academic appointments at Sanming University and now Xiamen Ocean Vocational and Technical College. He has published extensively in SCI-indexed journals and led numerous national and provincial research projects. Recognized for both his scholarly excellence and teaching innovation, Dr. Hong demonstrates strong technical leadership, innovative research, and a consistent contribution to education and interdisciplinary science.

Professional Profiles📖

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Education 🎓

Dr. Hong Hailian holds a Ph.D. in Materials Physics (Engineering) from the prestigious Dalian University of Technology (2010–2016), a university under China’s 985 Project. He also earned an M.S. in Theoretical Physics from Fujian Normal University (2005–2008). His academic journey bridges science and engineering, equipping him with a solid foundation in both experimental and theoretical frameworks. His education focused on developing models for alloy compositions and thermodynamic systems, which has strongly influenced his current research focus. Complemented by his strong proficiency in English (CET-6), computer applications, and data analysis software (e.g., MATLAB, Origin), Dr. Hong’s educational background is both rigorous and well-aligned with his current research and teaching excellence in physics and materials science.

Professional Experience💼

Dr. Hong Hailian has over 15 years of academic and research experience. From 2008 to 2025, he served as Professor of Physics at Sanming University, where he led courses in solid-state physics, thermodynamics, and computational physics. In 2025, he transitioned to Xiamen Ocean Vocational and Technical College as a Professor of Materials Science. He currently holds the role of Secretary and Deputy Director of the Fujian Key Laboratory of Equipment Intelligent Control. His work spans research, teaching, curriculum reform, and mentoring. He has spearheaded several research projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and provincial agencies. Dr. Hong has consistently demonstrated excellence in both education and applied research, with a deep commitment to scientific advancement.

Research Focus 🔍

Dr. Hong Hailian’s research centers on condensed matter physics, particularly cluster modeling and composition analysis of face-centered cubic solid solution alloys. His work provides fundamental insights into the atomic-level structures and properties of materials like Fe-Ni, Cu-Ni, and Au-Ag alloys, with applications in materials design, sealing alloys, and thermal stability. He employs models such as Friedel’s periodic spherical oscillation mode and nearest-neighbor two-shell structures to derive alloy composition formulas. His research is not only theoretical but applied, impacting manufacturing and materials engineering. He has also led projects on green education integration, mathematical methods, and curriculum innovation. Dr. Hong combines theoretical rigor with practical relevance, making his research highly valuable in both academic and industrial contexts.

Awards and Honors

Dr. Hong Hailian has received multiple accolades for both research and teaching. Notably, he won the First Prize in the MathorCup International University Mathematical Modeling Competition (2024) as a mentor and has been consistently honored as a top educator, including the “My Favorite Teacher” and “Top 10 Teachers” awards at Sanming University. He earned the China Nonferrous Metals Science and Technology Paper First Prize (2015) and received the Sanming University Scientific Research Advanced Individual Award three times. His innovations in teaching earned him awards in teaching competitions and recognition for course development and ideological education. These honors reflect his dual excellence in advancing scientific knowledge and in shaping future generations through dedicated teaching.

Conclusion ✅

In conclusion, Dr. Hong Hailian is highly deserving of the Best Researcher Award. His academic rigor, leadership in materials physics, and holistic approach to integrating science with societal needs position him as a standout candidate. With continued internationalization and publication impact, he is poised to achieve even greater scientific and academic milestones in the years ahead.

Publications to Noted📚

📘 2024: H. L. Hong, C. H. Yang, Z. H. X. Yan, et al. “Analysis in Composition Formulas of FCC Solid Solution Alloys via Nearest‑neighbor Two‑shell Structure with Cowley Parameters” [J]. Sensors & Materials ― SCI journal.

📗 2023: H. L. Hong, C. H. Yang, Z. H. X. Yan, et al. “Analysis of Chemical Composition Formula of Sealing Alloys Using Nearest‑neighbor Two‑shell Model” [J]. Sensors & Materials, 35(10):4617–4632 ― SCI journal.

📙 2021: H. L. Hong, C. H. Yang, K. C. Wang, et al. “Composition analysis of Au‑Ag and Au‑Cu solid solution alloys by Friedel’s periodic spherical oscillation mode” [J]. Modern Physics Letters B, 35(29):2141015 ― SCI journal. Citations: models cited in subsequent FCC structure studies such as the 3‑1 model

📘 2021: H. L. Hong, H. Gao, C. H. Yang, et al. “A two‑nearest‑neighbor structure model and analysis of low‑expansion Fe–Ni alloys” [J]. Modern Physics Letters B, 35(29):2141009 ― SCI journal.

📙 2019: Hong H. L., Ma H., Yan H. X., et al. “Implementation of All‑English Teaching Reform of College Physics for International Students from ‘the Belt and Road’ Countries” [J]. Journal of Yulin University, 6:112–114 ― teaching‑reform.

📘 2019: Hong H. L., Ma H., Yan H. X. “Analysis of Perturbation Solutions for Large‑Angle Simple Pendulum” [J]. Journal of Yulin University, 29(2):30–33 ― teaching‑reform.

📗 2017: Hong H. L., Wang Z. C., Yan H. X. “Implementation of Bilingual Teaching Reform of College Physics in the Context of Internationalization” [J]. Journal of Wuyi University, 12:52–55 ― teaching‑reform.

📙 2016: Hong Hailian, Dong Chuang. “Cluster Composition Formulas of Au‑Cu Alloys” [J]. Transactions of Materials and Heat Treatment, 37(4):11 ― EI indexed.