Mohamed Ashraf | Composite Materials | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Mohamed Ashraf | Composite Materials | Research Excellence Award

Orthodontist at Ministry of Interior | Egypt

Dr. Mohammed Ashraf is an early-career orthodontic researcher contributing to evidence-based clinical orthodontics with an emphasis on treatment outcomes and diagnostic reliability. His research demonstrates international visibility through publication in a well-recognized orthodontic journal associated with the British Orthodontic Society. He has authored 2 Scopus-indexed research documents, which have collectively received 7 citations, reflecting emerging scholarly impact within the orthodontic research community. With a Scopus h-index of 2, his citation performance indicates consistent research influence relative to his publication volume. His work highlights methodological rigor, clinical relevance, and growing academic recognition, making him a suitable and promising candidate for the Research Excellence Award.

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Stephen UmaOji | Membrane | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Stephen UmaOji | Membrane | Research Excellence Award

Nazarbayev University | Kazakhstan

Mr. Stephen Uma-Oji specializes in computational materials and membrane science, focusing on graphene-based nanocomposites and polymers. He uses molecular dynamics simulations (LAMMPS) and machine learning to design membranes for water desalination, wastewater treatment, gas separation, and heavy metal/PFAS removal. His research evaluates key performance metrics, including adsorption energy, water flux, fouling index, and solute rejection, combining simulation with predictive modeling. Dr. Uma-Oji has co-authored publications in leading journals, advancing ML-guided membrane design, and mentors undergraduate researchers in computational and experimental workflows.

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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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Fabio Ivan Seibel | Membrane Recycling For Metal Recovery | Excellence in Research Award

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Mr. Fabio Ivan Seibel | Membrane Recycling For Metal Recovery | Excellence in Research Award

University of Passo Fundo | Brazil

Mr. Fabio Ivan Seibel has made notable research contributions in advanced water treatment and membrane sustainability, with a strong focus on the degradation, oxidation, and reuse of reverse osmosis membranes. His work addresses critical challenges in extending membrane lifespan and improving the environmental and economic efficiency of desalination and wastewater treatment processes. Through systematic experimentation and advanced characterization techniques, his research supports circular economy approaches in environmental engineering. His scholarly output demonstrates scientific rigor and practical relevance. According to his Scopus profile, he has published 5 research documents, received 134 citations, and achieved an h-index of 4, reflecting consistent research quality and measurable academic impact.

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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

Utkir Uljayev | Hydrogen Storage | Best Paper Award

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Mr. Utkir Uljayev | Hydrogen Storage | Best Paper Award

Denau Institute of Entrepreneurship and Pedagogy (DTPI) | Uzbekistan

Mr. Utkir Uljayev, a researcher at the Denau Institute of Entrepreneurship and Pedagogy, focuses on physics, hydrogen storage, nanomaterials, and energy. His work advances nanostructured materials for efficient hydrogen storage, emphasizing high capacity, stability, and sustainable energy solutions. Combining experimental techniques with theoretical modeling, he has enhanced understanding of material behavior at the nanoscale, contributing to cleaner energy technologies. With 14 publications, 61 citations, and a Scopus h-index of 3, his research demonstrates growing influence in the scientific community. His innovative contributions provide practical insights for energy storage and sustainable applications, making him a strong candidate for a Best Paper Award.

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Can endohedral transition metals enhance hydrogen storage in carbon nanotubes?
– International Journal of Hydrogen Energy 55, 604-610, 2024 Citations 23

Boron interaction with double-walled carbon nanotubes across temperature ranges
– Modern Electronic Materials 10 (3), 145-152, 2024  Citation 1

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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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

Christelos Kapatais | Nanostructured Materials | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Christelos Kapatais | Nanostructured Materials | Research Excellence Award

West Attica General Hospital “Agia Varvara” | Greece

Mr. Christelos Kapatais presents a focused and promising research profile centered on hepatology, metabolic disorders, and therapeutic evaluation. His scholarly contributions address clinically significant areas such as NAFLD, ALD, viral hepatitis, hepatocellular carcinoma, and treatment-response monitoring, reflecting relevance to translational and applied research. He has authored 2 Scopus-indexed documents, receiving 2 citations, with an established Scopus h-index of 1, demonstrating emerging academic impact. His work emphasizes evidence-based analysis, multidisciplinary collaboration, and data-driven interpretation, supporting improved disease understanding and therapeutic strategies. The consistency of his research direction and documented publication output supports his suitability for consideration under the Research Excellence Award, particularly as an early-stage contributor to the field.

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