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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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