Saibal Bhaumik | Polymer | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

Saibal Bhaumik
Affiliation King Abdullah University of Science and Technology
Country India
Scopus ID 57218439926
Documents 16
Citations 189
h-index 7
Subject Area Polymer
Event Metallurgical Engineering Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-0310-6009

Saibal Bhaumik
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology, India

Saibal Bhaumik, highlighting research activities, publication record, scholarly influence, and the relevance of the research portfolio to recognition within the Metallurgical Engineering Awards. The information presented follows a neutral academic style comparable to encyclopedic scientific documentation and is supported by publicly available scholarly profiles and literature. The Innovative Research Award recognizes sustained scholarly excellence, impactful scientific contributions, and continued advancement of knowledge through high-quality research.[1]

Abstract

Saibal Bhaumik has developed an academic research profile centered on polymer science, advanced functional materials, sustainable material systems, and interdisciplinary engineering research. Scholarly outputs indexed in Scopus demonstrate contributions to polymer synthesis, material characterization, and applied engineering investigations. Citation indicators and publication metrics suggest continuing engagement within the international research community while reflecting measurable scientific visibility.[1][2]

Keywords

Innovative Research Award, Polymer Research, Functional Materials, Scientific Publications, Scopus Author, Materials Engineering, Research Excellence, Academic Recognition.

Introduction

Recognition through scientific awards generally considers originality, research quality, publication record, scholarly impact, collaboration, and contributions to scientific advancement. Within polymer and materials research, innovative investigations frequently integrate chemistry, engineering, sustainability, and advanced characterization methods to address industrial and societal challenges.[3]

Research Profile

Saibal Bhaumik is affiliated with King Abdullah University of Science and Technology and maintains an internationally visible publication profile indexed by Scopus. The documented research portfolio includes sixteen indexed publications with an h-index of seven and nearly two hundred citations, indicating consistent scholarly engagement across polymer science and related multidisciplinary research areas.[1]

  • Polymer materials research.
  • Advanced functional materials.
  • Interdisciplinary engineering collaborations.
  • Materials characterization methodologies.
  • Sustainable materials development.

Research Contributions

Research contributions encompass polymer synthesis, structural characterization, functional performance evaluation, and materials optimization for engineering applications. Published investigations demonstrate integration of experimental methodologies with practical material development and scientific validation. These studies contribute to the broader understanding of polymer-based systems and their engineering applications.[4]

Publications

The publication portfolio includes peer-reviewed journal articles indexed within major scholarly databases. Publications contribute to scientific discussions concerning polymers, advanced materials, and multidisciplinary engineering research. Representative scholarly outputs include articles associated with Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs), enabling persistent academic citation and accessibility.[4]

Research Impact

Research impact may be evaluated through publication quality, citation performance, collaborative research activities, and contribution to ongoing scientific advancement. Citation metrics reported through Scopus indicate that the published work has attracted measurable scholarly attention, reflecting continued relevance within the research community.[1]

Award Suitability

Based on publicly available scholarly indicators, publication record, citation performance, interdisciplinary research activities, and sustained contributions to polymer science, the academic profile demonstrates characteristics commonly evaluated for research excellence awards. Final award determinations remain dependent upon the official evaluation criteria, peer review, and committee assessment established by the organizing body.[5]

Conclusion

Saibal Bhaumik illustrates an active research career in polymer and materials science supported by peer-reviewed publications, international visibility, and measurable citation performance. Collectively, these characteristics provide an evidence-based foundation for consideration within academic recognition programs emphasizing innovation, scientific quality, and research impact.[1]

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Saibal Bhaumik, Author ID 57218439926. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57218439926
  2. S Bhaumik., et al. ACS Macro Letters. (2023). Microscopic evidence for the topological transition in model vitrimers.
    https://pubs.acs.org/doi/abs/10.1021/acsmacrolett.3c00586
  3. S Bhaumik., et al. ACS polymers Au. (2022). Quo vadis carbanionic polymerization?.
    https://pubs.acs.org/doi/full/10.1021/acspolymersau.2c00058
  4. S Bhaumik., et al. Macromolecules. (2024). Model polyisoprene vitrimers.
    https://pubs.acs.org/doi/abs/10.1021/acs.macromol.3c01983
  5. S Bhaumik., et al. Macromolecules. (2024). Segmental and chain dynamics of polyisoprene-based model vitrimers.
    https://pubs.acs.org/doi/abs/10.1021/acs.macromol.3c02558

Suverna Trivedi | Materials Science | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

Suverna Trivedi
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, India

Suverna Trivedi
Affiliation Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur
Country India
Scopus ID 57208153318
Documents 34
Citations 1,119
h-index 18
Subject Area Materials Science
Event Metallurgical Engineering Awards
ORCID 0000-0003-4697-7338

Suverna Trivedi is an Indian chemical engineer and academic specializing in heterogeneous catalysis, nanostructured materials, environmental catalysis, perovskite solar cells, photocatalysis, carbon dioxide utilization, and sustainable energy technologies. She currently serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur. Her research integrates catalytic materials development, emission control technologies, advanced functional materials, and renewable energy systems while emphasizing environmentally sustainable engineering solutions.[1]

Abstract

Suverna Trivedi has established a multidisciplinary research portfolio spanning catalytic materials, nanotechnology, environmental remediation, renewable energy, and advanced materials engineering. Her investigations include catalytic oxidation of vehicular pollutants, perovskite photovoltaic materials, photocatalytic hydrogen peroxide production, carbon dioxide utilization, and sustainable catalyst development. She has contributed to national and international collaborative projects, secured competitive research funding, supervised academic activities, and received international fellowships including the Fulbright Visiting Scholar Award. These achievements collectively demonstrate significant contributions to modern materials science and chemical engineering research.[2]

Keywords

Catalysis, Nanomaterials, Perovskite Solar Cells, Environmental Engineering, Photocatalysis, Carbon Dioxide Utilization, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Sustainable Energy, Air Pollution Control.

Introduction

The Innovative Research Award recognizes researchers demonstrating sustained scientific productivity, research excellence, and measurable impact within their disciplines. Suverna Trivedi’s academic career reflects continuous advancement from catalytic emission control technologies toward broader applications involving renewable energy materials, photocatalysis, environmental sustainability, and advanced functional materials. Her research combines experimental investigation with practical engineering applications relevant to industrial and environmental challenges.[3]

Research Profile

  • Assistant Professor, IIT Kharagpur.
  • Former Assistant Professor, NIT Rourkela.
  • Fulbright Visiting Scholar at the University of California, Berkeley.
  • Research interests include catalysis, nanomaterials, perovskite photovoltaics, photocatalysis, emission control, and environmental remediation.
  • Principal Investigator and Co-Principal Investigator for multiple funded national and international research projects.[3]

Research Contributions

Her research has advanced catalytic oxidation systems for reducing carbon monoxide and methane emissions from compressed natural gas vehicles while simultaneously contributing to next-generation perovskite solar cell engineering, carbon dioxide photoreduction, photocatalytic wastewater treatment, defect-engineered photocatalysts, and multifunctional nanomaterials. Her collaborative research has also addressed atmospheric monitoring, electrochemical characterization, vibration isolation materials, and sustainable catalyst development.[4]

Publications

Suverna Trivedi has authored and co-authored more than thirty internationally indexed research publications covering catalysis, materials science, renewable energy, and environmental engineering. Representative publications include studies in AIChE Journal, Journal of Materials Chemistry A, Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, ACS Applied Energy Materials, ACS Omega, Journal of Colloid and Interface Science, Industrial & Engineering Chemistry Research, Environmental Science and Pollution Research, and related journals.[5]

  • AIChE Journal (2018)
  • Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews (2021)
  • ACS Omega (2021)

Research Impact

Suverna Trivedi has accumulated over 1,100 citations with an h-index of 18 and more than thirty indexed publications. Her work has attracted international collaborations through Fulbright, BRICS, and Indo-Poland scientific exchange initiatives while contributing to funded projects addressing clean energy, emission control, climate technologies, and sustainable materials engineering. Her academic service additionally includes editorial responsibilities, peer review, conference organization, invited lectures, and professional society memberships.[5]

Award Suitability

Based on her documented academic achievements, research productivity, funded projects, international collaborations, publication record, scientific leadership, and sustained contributions to materials science and chemical engineering, Suverna Trivedi demonstrates qualifications consistent with consideration for the Innovative Research Award. Her multidisciplinary research addresses scientific challenges involving sustainable energy systems, advanced materials, environmental remediation, and catalytic engineering while supporting technological innovation and academic development.[4]

Conclusion

Suverna Trivedi’s academic profile reflects continuous contributions to catalysis, nanomaterials, renewable energy technologies, and environmental engineering. Through internationally recognized publications, collaborative research, competitive funding, scientific outreach, and educational leadership, she has established a significant research presence within the broader field of materials science and sustainable engineering.[2][3]

References

  1. Elsevier. Scopus Author Details: Suverna Trivedi, Author ID 57208153318.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57208153318
  2. Trivedi S. et al. (2020). Suppressing recombination in perovskite solar cells via surface engineering of TiO2 ETL.
    https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0038092X193128003-4697-7338
  3. Trivedi S. et al. (2021). Metal halide perovskites for energy storage applications.
    https://chemistry-europe.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/ejic.202100015
  4. Trivedi S. et al. (2021). Development of All-Inorganic Lead Halide Perovskites for Carbon Dioxide Photoreduction.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2021.111047
  5. Trivedi S. et al. (2020). A review of aspects of additive engineering in perovskite solar cells.
    https://pubs.rsc.org/en/content/articlehtml/2019/ta/c9ta07657c

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.

Profile: Scopus 

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.