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.

Manish Kumar | X-ray Diffraction | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Manish Kumar | X-ray Diffraction | Young Scientist Award

Associate Professor at Delhi University | India

Dr. Manish Kumar, Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry from the University of Delhi, is a dedicated researcher specializing in coordination chemistry, organometallic chemistry, and bioinorganic chemistry with significant expertise in the design and synthesis of metal complexes for biological and medicinal applications. His doctoral research focused on the synthesis and characterization of metal complexes derived from quinolone derivatives and heterocyclic ligands, exploring their structural and biological properties. He has authored 145 publications indexed in Scopus, with a total of 1,333 citations from 1,189 documents and an h-index of 19, reflecting both productivity and research impact. His notable works include studies on copper(II) and nickel(II) complexes, nanocomposites, and metallodrug development, contributing to advancements in DNA and protein binding studies, antimicrobial evaluation, and drug delivery systems. Dr. Kumar has co-authored multiple book chapters with international publishers, further demonstrating his contribution to medicinal inorganic chemistry and bioremediation. He has been recognized for his academic and research achievements, including qualifying national-level examinations such as UPSC Chemist, CSIR-UGC NET, and GATE with top rankings. His teaching experience at the University of Delhi as Assistant Professor (Guest) included mentoring postgraduate students and supervising laboratory courses in inorganic chemistry. Beyond his academic output, he has presented at national and international conferences, gaining visibility within the scientific community. With strong laboratory management skills and extensive experience in advanced spectroscopic and electrochemical techniques, Dr. Manish Kumar continues to establish himself as an influential figure in inorganic and bioinorganic chemistry with promising contributions to sustainable and biomedical research.

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Feautured Publications

Raw, R. S., Kumar, M., & Singh, N. (2013). Security challenges, issues and their solutions for VANET. International Journal of Network Security & Its Applications, 5(5), 95–105. Cited by: 300

Nie, J., Sun, Y., Zhou, Y., Kumar, M., Usman, M., Li, J., Shao, J., Wang, L., … (2020). Bioremediation of water containing pesticides by microalgae: Mechanisms, methods, and prospects for future research. Science of the Total Environment, 707, 136080. Cited by: 297

Kumar, M., Sahu, S. K., Kumar, R., Subuddhi, A., Maji, R. K., Jana, K., Gupta, P., … (2015). MicroRNA let-7 modulates the immune response to Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection via control of A20, an inhibitor of the NF-κB pathway. Cell Host & Microbe, 17(3), 345–356. Cited by: 275

Sinha, A., Gulati, A., Saini, S., Blanc, C., Gupta, A., Gurjar, B. S., Saini, H., … (2014). Prompt plasma exchanges and immunosuppressive treatment improves the outcomes of anti-factor H autoantibody-associated hemolytic uremic syndrome in children. Kidney International, 85(5), 1151–1160. Cited by: 251

Jain, V., Kumar, M., & Chatterji, D. (2006). ppGpp: Stringent response and survival. Journal of Microbiology, 44(1), 1–10. Cited by: 212

Mishra, S., Kumar, R., & Kumar, M. (2023). Use of treated sewage or wastewater as an irrigation water for agricultural purposes—Environmental, health, and economic impacts. Total Environment Research Themes, 6, 100051. Cited by: 182

 

Michele Greque De Morais | Hydrothermal Synthesis | Breakthrough Research Award

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Michele Greque De Morais | Hydrothermal Synthesis | Breakthrough Research Award

Research scholar at Federal University of Rio Grande |  Brazil

Prof. Dr. Michele Greque de Morais is a distinguished scholar at the Federal University of Rio Grande, recognized for her pioneering research in food engineering, biotechnology, and nanobiotechnology. She earned her degrees in Food Science and Engineering at FURG, complemented by international academic experiences at Philipps-Universität Marburg in Germany, the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, and the University of California, San Diego. Her scientific output is extensive, with over 150 peer-reviewed journal articles, 56 book chapters, 58 published books, and more than 200 conference papers. She has also contributed significantly to innovation with 27 patents and the development of 13 technological products. According to Scopus, she has authored 185 indexed works, accumulating 7246 citations with a robust h-index of 47, reflecting the global impact and recognition of her research contributions. Beyond academia, she has led 33 completed and 23 ongoing research projects, partnered with industries in 16 consultancy projects, and played key roles in national and international collaborations focused on sustainable development, microalgae-based bioproducts, and carbon biofixation technologies. Her editorial leadership includes serving as Associate Editor for Bioresource Technology. She has supervised numerous graduate and postgraduate students, shaping future generations of researchers, and has been recognized among the world’s most influential scientists by PLOS Biology. Through her dedication to advancing sustainable bioprocesses, food security, and biotechnology applications, Professor Michele Greque de Morais has established herself as a leading researcher with a profound impact on both scientific knowledge and societal development

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Featured Publication

De Morais, M. G., & Costa, J. A. V. (2007). Biofixation of carbon dioxide by Spirulina sp. and Scenedesmus obliquus cultivated in a three-stage serial tubular photobioreactor. Journal of Biotechnology, 129(3), 439–445.

De Morais, M. G., Vaz, B. S., De Morais, E. G., & Costa, J. A. V. (2015). Biologically active metabolites synthesized by microalgae. BioMed Research International, 2015(1), 835761.

De Morais, M. G., & Costa, J. A. V. (2007). Isolation and selection of microalgae from coal-fired thermoelectric power plant for biofixation of carbon dioxide. Energy Conversion and Management, 48(7), 2169–2173.

De Morais, M. G., & Costa, J. A. V. (2007). Carbon dioxide fixation by Chlorella kessleri, C. vulgaris, Scenedesmus obliquus and Spirulina sp. cultivated in flasks and vertical tubular photobioreactors. Biotechnology Letters, 29(9), 1349–1352.

Costa, J. A. V., & De Morais, M. G. (2011). The role of biochemical engineering in the production of biofuels from microalgae. Bioresource Technology, 102(1), 2–9.

da Silva Vaz, B., Moreira, J. B., De Morais, M. G., & Costa, J. A. V. (2016). Microalgae as a new source of bioactive compounds in food supplements. Current Opinion in Food Science, 7, 73–77.