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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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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Aida Nikbakht | High Temperature Corrosion | Research Excellence Award

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Ms. Aida Nikbakht | High Temperature Corrosion | Research Excellence Award

Chakmers University of Technology | Sweden

Ms. Aida Nikbakht’s research addresses critical challenges in corrosion and materials durability, with particular emphasis on magnesium alloys, advanced coatings, and high-temperature corrosion mechanisms in aggressive salt environments. Her work integrates experimental investigation with thermodynamic analysis to elucidate degradation pathways and improve material performance in demanding industrial conditions. She has contributed peer-reviewed publications in well-recognized international journals, advancing understanding of silane-based composite coatings, intergranular fluoride attack, and corrosion mitigation strategies. These studies are relevant to both biomedical and energy-related applications, reflecting strong interdisciplinary impact. According to her Scopus profile, her research output comprises 5 indexed publications, accumulating 71 citations, with an h-index of 2, indicating growing scholarly influence and recognition within the research community. Overall, her publication quality, citation impact, and thematic relevance collectively demonstrate research excellence and justify strong consideration for the Research Excellence Award.

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Redox mechanisms and metal fluoride stability in alkali fluoride corrosion – confirmed by experiment

Corrosion Science, 2026 · Journal Article
DOI: 10.1016/j.corsci.2025.113538
Contributors: Aida Nikbakht; Per Malmberg; Behnam Bahramian; Christine Geers


High Temperature Corrosion of Inconel 625 and Pure Nickel in Contact with Fluoride Melts

ECS Meeting Abstracts, 2023 · Journal Article
DOI: 10.1149/MA2023-02452195mtgabs
Contributors: Aida Nikbakht; Behnam Bahramian; Christine Geers


Preparation of PEO/silane composite coating on AZ31 magnesium alloy and investigation of its properties

Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 2021 · Journal Article
DOI: 10.1016/j.jallcom.2021.159995
ISSN: 0925-8388

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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Fahanwi Asabuwa Ngwabebhoh | Sustainable Materials | Research Excellence Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Fahanwi Asabuwa Ngwabebhoh | Sustainable Materials | Research Excellence Award

Research Scientist at Kocaeli University | Turkey

Assist. Prof. Dr. Fahanwi Asabuwa Ngwabebhoh is a materials and polymer scientist recognized for advancing functional biomaterials, nanocomposites, and environmentally responsive polymers through research that integrates synthesis, structural modification, and performance optimization. His scientific work centers on bioinspired hydrogels, nanocellulose-derived systems, electroactive polymer composites, and sustainable biopolymer materials designed for applications in adsorption, drug delivery, wound healing, environmental remediation, energy storage, and biosensing. With 1,385 citations, 48 published documents, and a Scopus h-index of 19, he is widely acknowledged for producing high-impact research that bridges fundamental materials chemistry with practical technological solutions. His investigations have yielded important contributions to controlled drug delivery systems, injectable and self-crosslinking hydrogels, microbial cellulose biocomposites, conductive polymer–based electrodes for supercapacitors, photodegradation materials, and agro-waste-derived sustainable composites. He has also developed optimized nanostructured adsorbents and membrane systems for emerging pollutant removal, applying advanced modeling tools such as response surface methodology and kinetic–isotherm analysis to enhance material efficiency and predict functional behavior. His research on nitrogen-doped cellulose gels, enzymatically crosslinked hydrogels, and biodegradable nanofibrous scaffolds has been influential in both environmental and biomedical materials science. Dr. Ngwabebhoh’s work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary depth, combining polymer chemistry, nanotechnology, materials characterization, and applied engineering principles to generate innovation-driven scientific output. His publication profile and research achievements reflect impactful contributions that support sustainable technologies, advanced biomaterials, and green material design, establishing him as a leading researcher suited for recognition through the Research Excellence Award.

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Featured Publications

Ngwabebhoh, F. A., Gazi, M., & Oladipo, A. A. (2016). Adsorptive removal of multi-azo dye from aqueous phase using a semi-IPN superabsorbent chitosan-starch hydrogel. Chemical Engineering Research and Design. Citation: 173

Ngwabebhoh, F. A., Erdagi, S. I., & Yildiz, U. (2018). Pickering emulsions stabilized nanocellulosic-based nanoparticles for coumarin and curcumin nanoencapsulations: In vitro release, anticancer and antimicrobial activities. Carbohydrate Polymers. Citation: 165

Erdagi, S. I., Ngwabebhoh, F. A., & Yildiz, U. (2020). Genipin crosslinked gelatin-diosgenin-nanocellulose hydrogels for potential wound dressing and healing applications. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules. Citation: 142

Nguyen, T. H., Fei, H., Sapurina, I., Ngwabebhoh, F. A., Bubulinca, C., Munster, L., & others. (2021). Electrochemical performance of composites made of rGO with Zn-MOF and PANI as electrodes for supercapacitors. Electrochimica Acta. Citation: 131

Ngwabebhoh, F. A., Zandraa, O., Patwa, R., Saha, N., Capáková, Z., & Saha, P. (2021). Self-crosslinked chitosan/dialdehyde xanthan gum blended hypromellose hydrogel for the controlled delivery of ampicillin, minocycline and rifampicin. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules. Citation: 103

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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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.

Suleyman Sukuroglu | Corrosion Resistance Alloy | Best Academic Researcher Award

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Mr. Suleyman Sukuroglu | Corrosion Resistance Alloy | Best Academic Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at Gumushane University | Turkey

Mr. Suleyman Sukuroglu is a materials and surface engineering researcher whose work centers on advanced coating technologies, particularly micro-arc oxidation (MAO) and plasma electrolytic oxidation (PEO), applied to lightweight structural alloys such as magnesium, aluminum, titanium, and NiTi. With 149 citations, 12 Scopus-indexed publications, and an h-index of 7, he has contributed substantially to understanding and improving the mechanical, corrosion, wear, adhesion, tribocorrosion, and biocompatibility properties of ceramic and nanocomposite coatings. His studies involve the incorporation of functional nanoparticles-including TiB₂, ZnO, h-BN, graphene oxide, Ag, MoS₂, and sodium pentaborate-into oxide layers to enhance structural stability and multifunctional performance. He has published high-quality research demonstrating improvements in coating morphology, oxide layer integrity, and interfacial adhesion, contributing to the advancement of durable and corrosion-resistant surfaces for both industrial and biomedical applications. His work on NiTi shape-memory alloys and WE43 magnesium alloys has expanded knowledge on biocompatible coatings, corrosion control, and surface modification strategies for engineering systems. His research output appears in respected international journals such as Materials Today Communications, Journal of Adhesion Science and Technology, Applied Physics A, Arabian Journal for Science and Engineering, and multiple materials science conference proceedings. He has also contributed to national research projects involving tribological optimization, nanoparticle-reinforced oxide layers, and coating performance evaluation under challenging environments. Through sustained scientific output, a clear thematic research focus, and contributions to materials characterization and surface technologies, he has established a recognized academic profile within the fields of metallurgical engineering and surface modification science.

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Featured Publications

Belet, A. K., Şüküroğlu, S., & Şüküroğlu, E. E. (2025). Investigation of structural and adhesion properties of ZnO and h-BN doped TiO₂ coatings on Cp–Ti alloy. Journal of Adhesion Science and Technology.

Şüküroğlu, S. (2025). Characterization, corrosion, adhesion and wear properties of Al₂O₃ and Al₂O₃:TiB₂ composite coating on Al 7075 aluminum alloy by one-step micro-arc oxidation method. Materials Today Communications.

Şüküroğlu, S., Şüküroğlu, E. E., Totik, Y., Gülten, G., Efeoğlu, İ., & Avcı, S. (2024). Corrosion and adhesion properties of MAO-coated LA91 magnesium alloy. Materials Science and Technology.

Şüküroğlu, S., Totik, Y., Şüküroğlu, E. E., & Avcı, S. (2024). Investigation of corrosion properties of LA-91 alloy coated with MAO method. Journal of the Chinese Society of Mechanical Engineers, Transactions of the Chinese Institute of Engineers, Series C.

Şüküroğlu, S. (2023). Al 2024 alaşımı üzerine mikro ark oksidasyon yöntemiyle B4C ilaveli kompozit kaplamaların büyütülmesi. Yüzüncü Yıl Üniversitesi Fen Bilimleri Enstitüsü Dergisi.

Yanhong Wang | Wear Resistant Coating | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Yanhong Wang | Wear Resistant Coating | Best Researcher Award

University of Science and Technology Beijing | China

Yanhong Wang is a metallurgical engineering researcher specializing in wear-resistant coatings for steel substrates, with a focus on advancing long-life materials that support low-carbon industrial transformation. Her work emphasizes the design, preparation, and performance optimization of coatings that enhance abrasion resistance under severe service conditions. Through her Scopus-indexed publication, “A Review of Wear-Resistant Coatings for Steel Substrates: Applications and Challenges” in Metals (2025), she provides a comprehensive assessment of coating technologies including thermal spray processes, laser cladding, chemical and physical vapor deposition, and emerging hybrid approaches. ORCID currently indexes 1 research document and an h-index of 1, reflecting her growing scholarly influence. Her research highlights the interplay between coating microstructure, bonding mechanisms, mechanical performance, and environmental durability, identifying key factors that determine coating reliability in high-wear environments. By analyzing failure modes, synergistic strengthening strategies, and the compatibility of coating materials with steel substrates, she contributes essential insights for designing next-generation protective layers. Her work also evaluates industrial applicability, cost-effectiveness, and the sustainability benefits of durable surface engineering solutions, positioning her research within the broader goals of carbon neutrality and reduced resource consumption. Through systematic knowledge integration, she provides valuable guidance for future research directions and industrial innovation in metallurgical coatings.

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Featured Publication

Wang, Y., Feng, C., Lin, T., Zhu, R., Zhang, J., Yang, H., Yi, S., He, J., Tu, M., & Wei, G. (2025). A review of wear-resistant coatings for steel substrates: Applications and challenges. Metals.

 

 

Rand Kadhum | Applications in Dentistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Rand Kadhum | Applications in Dentistry | Best Researcher Award 

University of Baghdad | Iraq

Dr. Rand Naseer Khadum Al-Tamimi is an accomplished Iraqi dental specialist and academic in prosthodontics, serving at the Ministry of Health in Baghdad while pursuing advanced academic research at the University of Baghdad. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Dentistry and a Master’s in Prosthodontics from the University of Baghdad. Her expertise spans restorative and prosthetic dentistry, focusing on the design and development of dental prostheses that improve oral function, comfort, and aesthetics. She has contributed to several academic and clinical studies addressing dental materials, biomechanical analysis of prosthodontic structures, and evidence-based rehabilitation methods. Dr. Al-Tamimi’s academic output includes multiple peer-reviewed publications indexed in Scopus, contributing significantly to prosthodontic science. Her scholarly pursuits align with current innovations in dental technology and materials science, aiming to enhance treatment efficiency and patient outcomes. With a combination of clinical experience, academic excellence, and research innovation, Dr. Al-Tamimi has established herself as a promising contributor to dental science in Iraq and the broader Middle Eastern region. Her work exemplifies dedication, scientific curiosity, and leadership within the prosthodontic research community.

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Featured Publications

Kadhum, R. N., & Hamad, T. I. (2025). Barium titanate synthesis, mechanism of action and its applications in dentistry: A literature review. Journal of Applied Biomaterials & Functional Materials.

Kadhum, R. N., & Hamad, T. I. (2025). Evaluating the effects of barium titanate nanoparticles on the mechanical properties of 3D-printed acrylic denture base. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part L: Journal of Materials: Design and Applications.