Beya Ouertani | Fabrication and Characterization | Research Excellence Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Beya Ouertani | Fabrication and Characterization | Research Excellence Award

Associate Professor at University of Tunis El Manar | Tunisia

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Beya Ouertani is an accomplished researcher in condensed matter physics, specializing in the synthesis and characterization of semiconductor and porous thin films for energy and optoelectronic applications. Her work emphasizes low-cost spray pyrolysis routes for materials relevant to photovoltaics, sensors, and functional coatings, with demonstrated advances in structural, optical, and electrical performance. She has published 18 Scopus-indexed research articles, including high-quality papers in Ceramics International, Journal of Alloys and Compounds, and Materials Chemistry and Physics. Her scholarly output has received 335 citations, achieving a Scopus h-index of 10, reflecting sustained research impact and scientific excellence suitable for the Research Excellence Award.

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Dongxin Wang | Rare Metal Materials | Excellence in Research Award

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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.

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Bilal Ahmad | Computational Metallurgy | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Bilal Ahmad | Computational Metallurgy | Research Excellence Award

University of Johannesburg | South Africa

Mr. Bilal Ahmad demonstrates emerging excellence in data science and artificial intelligence, with scholarly focus on machine learning and deep learning applications for complex, real-world problems. Research contributions emphasize predictive analytics and intelligent modeling, including peer-reviewed work on epidemic outbreak analysis using advanced computational techniques. The research reflects methodological soundness, interdisciplinary relevance, and alignment with current global challenges in data-driven systems. According to the Scopus profile, the researcher has 1 indexed publication, 2 total citations, and an h-index of 1, indicating early academic visibility and growing research impact. These contributions highlight strong potential for continued advancement and research excellence.

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Exploration of Epidemic Outbreaks Using Machine and Deep Learning Techniques
– Advances in Cybersecurity, Cybercrimes, and Smart Emerging Technologies, 2023

Danielle Viviana Ochoa Arbeláez | Materials Science | Women Researcher Award

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Dr. Danielle Viviana Ochoa Arbeláez | Materials Science | Women Researcher Award

Lecturer at National University of Colombia | Colombia

Dr. Danielle Viviana Ochoa Arbeláez’s research emphasizes the application of biophotonics and optical technologies to address complex challenges in biomedical science. Her work explores laser- and LED-based irradiation as non-invasive tools for studying cellular responses, contributing to advances in leukemia research, optical diagnostics, and experimental biomedical instrumentation. She combines chemical, pharmacological, and engineering principles to develop innovative experimental approaches with translational potential in health sciences. Her scholarly contributions include peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and conference papers. As reflected in her Scopus profile, she has 10 documents, an h-index of 1, and 2 citations, underscoring her emerging impact as a woman researcher.

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Osama Ibrahim | FeCrAl Sintered Fibers | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Osama Ibrahim | FeCrAl Sintered Fibers | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at Kuwait University | Kuwait  

Dr. Osama Ibrahim is a distinguished researcher in applied thermodynamics, heat transfer, high-temperature oxidation, porous media, and clean air technologies. His work integrates fundamental thermal science with practical applications in energy systems, desalination, and emission control. He has made significant contributions through high-impact publications, innovative patents, and internationally recognized research on diesel particulate filters, solar-assisted energy systems, and advanced thermal materials. With 40 Scopus-indexed documents, 688 citations, and an h-index of 12, his research demonstrates both scholarly excellence and real-world impact. Dr. Ibrahim’s work exemplifies innovation, sustainability, and scientific leadership, making him highly deserving of the Best Researcher Award.

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Absorption Power Cycles

– Energy 21(1), 21-27, 1996 (Cited by 224)

Design Considerations for Ammonia-Water Rankine Cycle

– Energy 21(10), 835-841, 1996 (Cited by 62)

Finite-Time View of the Stirling Engine

– Energy 19(8), 837-843, 1994 (Cited by 56)

Abdelrahman Salman | Corrosion Resistance | Advanced Surface Treatment Award

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Dr. Abdelrahman Salman | Corrosion Resistance | Advanced Surface Treatment Award

Researcher at Tomsk Polytechnic University | Russia

Dr. Abdelrahman Salman is a materials and nuclear engineering researcher whose work centers on developing advanced surface-treatment strategies for enhancing the corrosion resistance, stability, and functional performance of metallic alloys used in nuclear reactor systems. His research focuses on thin-film coating technologies, thermo-physical diagnostics, and nondestructive evaluation techniques that enable precise characterization of surface integrity under extreme operational conditions. He has engineered and tested thin-film layers that modify corrosion pathways in fast-reactor alloys, investigated adhesion behavior and microstructural evolution in protective coatings, and identified new corrosion-resistant phenomena in emerging materials. His development of a ThermoEMF-based diagnostic device has provided a novel method for real-time temperature monitoring of micro-scale surfaces, expanding analytical capabilities for thermal-mechanical behavior of coated materials. Through advanced methods such as SEM, XRD, XRF, ECT, sputtering deposition, and specialized NDT approaches, he analyzes degradation mechanisms critical to nuclear safety and component life-cycle management. His scholarly output includes 3 Scopus-indexed publications, 6 citations, and an h-index of 2, supported by active participation in over 15 technical conferences and multiple invited research presentations. His work continually integrates experimental innovation with reactor-relevant problem-solving, contributing valuable insights to thin-film engineering, corrosion mitigation, and materials diagnostics. Salman’s growing recognition in the field reflects his strong research capabilities and his commitment to developing robust surface-treatment technologies essential for next-generation nuclear energy systems.

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Salman, A., Syrtanov, M., & Lider, A. (2025). High-temperature oxidation effect of protective thin layers Ta/Cr coatings on Zr-1Nb alloy for corrosion-resistant components of nuclear reactors. Materials Letters, 379, 137646.
Cited by: 4

Salman, A. M., Lider, A. M., & Lomygin, A. D. (2025). Surface treatment techniques and control methods for enhancing corrosion resistance and very thin films management in fast nuclear reactors. Results in Surfaces and Interfaces, 100468.
Cited by: 3

Salman, A. M., Kudiiarov, V. N., & Lider, A. M. (2025). Low resistivity measurement of chromium coatings on zirconium alloys E110 for the production of accident-resistant core components of nuclear reactors. Russian Physics Journal, 1–9.

Salman, A. M., Syrtanov, M. S., & Lider, A. M. (2024). Non-destructive testing of a Zr-1Nb zirconium alloy with a protective Cr/Mo thin layers coating for the production of corrosion-resistant components of nuclear reactors. Perspektivnye Materialy Konstruktsionnogo i Funktsional’nogo Naznacheniya.

Salman, A. M., Kudiyarov, V. N., & Lider, A. M. (2024). Non-destructive techniques on zirconium alloy E110 with chromium coatings for the production of emergency-resistant core components of nuclear reactors. Perspektivnye Materialy Konstruktsionnogo i Funktsional’nogo Naznacheniya.

 

Sabi William Konsago | Ferroelectric Materials | Excellence in Research Award

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Dr. Sabi William Konsago | Ferroelectric Materials | Excellence in Research Award

Postdoctoral Researcher at Jožef Stefan Institute | Slovenia

Dr. Sabi William Konsago is an emerging researcher in electronic ceramics whose work focuses on the development, structural engineering, and functional optimization of lead-free ferroelectric and piezoelectric oxide materials, with a particular emphasis on Ba(Zr,Ti)O₃–(Ba,Ca)TiO₃ thin films prepared by chemical solution deposition. With 20 citations, 5 Scopus-indexed publications, and an h-index of 2, he has established a strong research footprint in the field through contributions that address fundamental and application-driven challenges in designing high-performance dielectric and electromechanical materials. His research advances understanding of how chemical formulation, solvent selection, and thermal-processing conditions influence microstructure, crystallographic orientation, domain behavior, and energy-storage efficiency in complex oxide thin films. He has developed novel ethylene-glycol-based precursor systems, optimized processing routes for improved film uniformity, and demonstrated pathways to enhance dielectric properties, breakdown strength, and electromechanical responses, leading to results published in internationally recognized journals such as Journal of Materials Chemistry A, Journal of Alloys and Compounds, ACS Applied Electronic Materials, Journal of Materials Chemistry C, and Molecules. His work is characterized by the integration of advanced characterization techniques, including XRD, SEM, AFM, SIMS, XPS, dielectric spectroscopy, and electromechanical testing, to correlate processing parameters with functional performance. Beyond thin films, his contributions also include investigations of bulk ceramics and structure–property relationships in high-entropy and multifunctional oxides. Through active participation in international conferences and collaborative projects, he has contributed to the broader advancement of sustainable, lead-free electronic materials and demonstrated potential for long-term scientific impact.

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Featured Publications

Konsago, S. W., Žiberna, K., Kmet, B., Benčan, A., Uršič, H., & Malič, B. (2022). Chemical solution deposition of barium titanate thin films with ethylene glycol as solvent for barium acetate. Molecules, 27(12), 3753. (Cited by: 18)

Konsago, S. W., Žiberna, K., Matavž, A., Mandal, B., Glinšek, S., Fleming, Y., Benčan, A., Brennecka, G. L., Uršič, H., & Malič, B. (2024). Engineering the microstructure and functional properties of 0.5Ba(Zr0.2Ti0.8)O₃–0.5(Ba0.7Ca0.3)TiO₃ thin films. ACS Applied Electronic Materials, 6(6), 4467–4477. (Cited by: 6)

Konsago, S. W., Debevec, A., Cilenšek, J., Kmet, B., & Malič, B. (2023). Linear thermal expansion of 0.5Ba(Zr0.2Ti0.8)O₃–0.5(Ba0.7Ca0.3)TiO₃ bulk ceramic. Informacije MIDEM, 53(4), 233–238. (Cited by: 3)

Konsago, S. W., Žiberna, K., Matavž, A., Mandal, B., Glinšek, S., Brennecka, G. L., Uršič, H., & Malič, B. (2025). High energy storage density and efficiency of 0.5Ba(Zr0.2Ti0.8)O₃–0.5(Ba0.7Ca0.3)TiO₃ thin films on platinized sapphire substrates. Journal of Materials Chemistry A, 13(4), 2911–2919. (Cited by: 1)

Konsago, S. W., Žiberna, K., Ekar, J., Kovač, J., & Malič, B. (2024). Designing the thermal processing of Ba(Ti0.8Zr0.2)O₃–(Ba0.7Ca0.3)TiO₃ thin films from an ethylene glycol-derived precursor. Journal of Materials Chemistry C, 12(36), 14658–14666.

Harun Mindivan | Titanium Alloy | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Harun Mindivan | Titanium Alloy | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Bilecik Seyh Edebali University | Turkey

This researcher has established a distinguished scientific profile in materials science and mechanical engineering, with a strong emphasis on tribology, surface modification, and advanced coating technologies. With 612 citations, 52 Scopus-indexed documents, and an h-index of 13, their research impact is well recognized within the global scientific community. Their work centers on developing high-performance materials and engineered surfaces capable of withstanding extreme mechanical, thermal, and corrosive environments. They have contributed extensively to the development of plasma-nitrided steels, electroless and electrochemical borided alloys, graphene-enhanced composite coatings, high-velocity oxy-fuel (HVOF) sprayed stainless steel coatings, and oxide-reinforced thin films. Through comprehensive analyses of microstructure–property relationships, the researcher advances understanding of wear mechanisms, tribocorrosion behavior, hardness enhancement, and coating adhesion in metallic systems. Their investigations on metal–matrix composites-such as carbon-nanotube-reinforced aluminum and magnesium-offer significant innovations in lightweight structural materials. Additional contributions include studies on surface optimization of titanium alloys, corrosion-resistant coatings, and improvements in machinability and mechanical integrity of industrial steels. Their research outputs are consistently published in reputable scientific journals indexed in Scopus and other major databases, demonstrating steady productivity and high citation engagement. By integrating experimental surface engineering methods with performance evaluation techniques, the researcher provides actionable scientific advancements that support the development of durable engineering materials. This strong publication record and sustained contribution across multiple material systems highlight the researcher’s ongoing significance and excellence in the field.

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Featured Publications

Mindivan, H., Kayali, E. S., & Cimenoglu, H. (2008). Tribological behavior of squeeze cast aluminum matrix composites. Wear, 265(5–6), 645–654.

Mindivan, H., Efe, A., Kosatepe, A. H., & Kayali, E. S. (2014). Fabrication and characterization of carbon nanotube reinforced magnesium matrix composites. Applied Surface Science, 318, 234–243.

Mindivan, H., Çimenoğlu, H., & Kayali, E. S. (2003). Microstructures and wear properties of brass synchroniser rings. Wear, 254(5–6), 532–537.

Mindivan, H., Baydogan, M., Kayali, E. S., & Cimenoglu, H. (2005). Wear behaviour of 7039 aluminum alloy. Materials Characterization, 54(3), 263–269.

Mindivan, H. (2010). Reciprocal sliding wear behaviour of B₄C particulate reinforced aluminum alloy composites. Materials Letters, 64(3), 405–407.

Vladimir Tsepelev | Melts at High Temperatures | Editorial Board Member

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Prof. Dr. Vladimir Tsepelev | Melts at High Temperatures | Editorial Board Member

Director at Ural Federal University | Russia

Prof. Dr. Tsepelev Vladimir is a highly accomplished metallurgical engineering researcher whose strong academic influence makes him well-suited for the role of Editorial Board Member. With 592 citations, 171 publications, and an h-index of 12 in Scopus, his profile demonstrates sustained research impact across key domains of materials science. His work spans the physical properties of liquid metals at high temperatures, the development of amorphous and nanocrystalline soft magnetic materials, and innovative amorphous high-entropy solders, contributing significantly to advanced material technologies. He has also made notable contributions to environment-friendly metallurgy, including waste recycling, renewable-energy-aligned materials, and sustainable manufacturing processes, aligning with global scientific priorities. His research influence is further strengthened by his extensive contributions to composite materials and high-performance metallurgical processes. Recognized by national and international scientific bodies, his academic honors and leadership roles reflect his expertise, credibility, and ability to evaluate scientific work with rigor and objectivity. His international standing, including honorary positions at major institutions, demonstrates his global perspective and reinforces his suitability for editorial responsibilities. Overall, his strong publication record, citation impact, and wide-ranging research contributions make him an excellent candidate for serving as an Editorial Board Member.

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Featured Publications

Tsepelev, V., Konashkov, V., Starodubtsev, Y., Belozerov, V., & Gaipishevarov, D. (2012). Optimum regime of heat treatment of soft magnetic amorphous materials. IEEE Transactions on Magnetics, 48(4), 1327–1330. Cited by: 42

Tsepelev, V. S., & Starodubtsev, Y. N. (2021). Nanocrystalline soft magnetic iron-based materials from liquid state to ready product. Nanomaterials, 11(1), 108. Cited by: 39

Tabachnikova, E. D., Bengus, V. Z., Egorov, D. V., Tsepelev, V. S., & Ocelík, V. (1997). Mechanical properties of amorphous alloys ribbons prepared by rapid quenching of the melt after different thermal treatments before quenching. Materials Science and Engineering A, 226, 887–890. Cited by: 37

Tyagunov, G. V., Tsepelev, V. S., Kushnir, M. N., & Yakovlev, G. N. (1980). Unit for measurement of the kinematic viscosity of metallic melts. Zavodskaya Laboratoriya, 10, 919–920. Cited by: 31

Chikova, O. A., Nikitin, K. V., Moskovskikh, O. P., & Tsepelev, V. S. (2016). Viscosity and electrical conductivity of liquid hypereutectic alloys Al–Si. Technical University of Kosice, Faculty of Metallurgy, 22(3), 153–163. Cited by: 28

 

Xulong Ren | Surface Treatment | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Xulong Ren | Surface Treatment | Best Researcher Award

Guilin University of Electronic Technology | China

Mr. Xulong Ren is a developing metallurgical researcher whose work centers on high-energy beam surface treatment and microstructural modification of metallic materials, with particular emphasis on scanning electron beam polishing, in situ alloying, and beam-induced strengthening mechanisms. His research advances the understanding of temperature field behaviour, energy density optimization, and microstructural evolution during electron beam processing of alloys such as TC4, contributing to improved surface morphology, enhanced mechanical properties, and more precise control of material behaviour under high-energy input. He has produced a growing body of scientific work comprising 22 research documents, supported by 99 citations, and he maintains a Scopus h-index of 6, reflecting his emerging influence within the field. His publications document experimental and simulation-based approaches to optimize beam parameters, analyze rotational and radial thermal gradients, and investigate the microstructural responses of metals subjected to advanced surface treatment techniques. Through involvement in funded projects such as the Guangxi Natural Science Foundation and collaborations on national research initiatives, he has contributed to methodological improvements and innovative processing strategies for electron beam–assisted material modification. His work also includes analysis of beam–material interactions, ceramic–metal interface strengthening, and the design of polishing models for precision surface engineering. His contributions extend to research on nanostructured material polishing mechanisms and scanning beam fusion effects, reflecting a consistent focus on advancing industrially relevant metal surface engineering techniques. His expanding publication record, combined with ongoing research activity, positions him as a promising and impactful researcher in metallurgical process innovation.

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Featured Publications

Li, X., Yang, J., Ren, X., Song, J., Long, F., Qiu, M., Li, Y., & Su, Y. (2025). Temperature field simulation and experimental investigation for column-faced 45 steel via ultrafast electron beam scanning. Surface and Coatings Technology. (Cited: 4)

Li, X., Yang, J., Ren, X., Song, J., Long, F., Qiu, M., & Su, Y. (2025). Eutectic resolidification and ultrafast self-quenching of the microstructure in the surface layer of high-speed steel by scanning electron beam treatment. Vacuum. (Cited: 1)

Li, X., Yang, J., Ren, X., Song, J., Long, F., Qiu, M., Li, Y., & Su, Y. (2026). Analysis and experimental verification of the temperature field model for dynamic defocus electron beam processing of TC4 titanium alloy surfaces. International Journal of Thermal Sciences, 220(B).

Ren, X., Huang, X., Li, X., & Gao, S. (2025). Exploring the effect of beam current on the microstructure and properties of Vc/Ni alloying layer on 40Cr surface through electron beam surface alloying. Preprint.

Wei, D., Yang, F., Sui, X., Mo, Z., & Ren, X. (2024). Surface microstructure evolution and enhanced properties of Ti-6Al-4V using scanning electron beam. International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer. (Cited: 1)