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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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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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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Vassilis Kostopoulos | Recycling of Composites | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Vassilis Kostopoulos | Recycling of Composites | Research Excellence Award

Professor at University of Patras | Greece

Prof. Vassilis Kostopoulos is highly suitable for the Research Excellence Award, demonstrating outstanding scholarly impact and leadership in advanced engineering and composite materials research. His work has significantly advanced knowledge in structural mechanics, aerospace structures, non-destructive evaluation, and high-performance composites, influencing both academic research and industrial innovation. With a Scopus profile reflecting 6,460 citations, 349 peer-reviewed documents, and an h-index of 41, his research productivity and sustained influence are exceptional. The breadth, depth, and consistency of his scientific contributions, combined with strong international visibility and citation performance, clearly position him as a distinguished candidate for recognition under the Research Excellence 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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Brahim Safi | Green Construction | Sustainable Metallurgical Engineering Award

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Prof. Brahim Safi | Green Construction | Sustainable Metallurgical Engineering Award

Professor at M’hamed Bougara University of Boumerdes | Algeria

Prof. Brahim Safi is highly suitable for the Sustainable Metallurgical Engineering Award due to his sustained and influential contributions to eco-efficient materials, waste valorization, and sustainability-driven engineering solutions. His research consistently advances sustainable metallurgical practices through recycling of industrial and metallurgical wastes, development of eco-materials, and reduction of environmental impact in construction and materials processing, aligning strongly with circular economy principles. His scholarly output demonstrates both depth and applied relevance, bridging metallurgical science with environmental stewardship and industrial sustainability. According to his Scopus profile, his work has achieved 715 citations across 52 published documents, reflecting strong academic visibility and real-world impact, with a solid h-index of 12, underscoring consistent citation performance and research quality. These metrics, combined with his focused publication portfolio on sustainable materials, recycling technologies, and resource efficiency, clearly position Prof. Safi as a deserving and credible recipient of the Sustainable Metallurgical Engineering Award.

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The use of plastic waste as fine aggregate in self-compacting mortars: Effect on physical and mechanical properties

Construction and Building Materials (2013) · Cited by 330


The use of seashells as a fine aggregate (sand substitution) in self-compacting mortar

Construction and Building Materials (2015) · Cited by 231


Use of recycled plastic bag waste in concrete

Journal of International Scientific Publications (2014) · Cited by 138


Physico-chemical and rheological characterization of water-based mud in the presence of polymers

Journal of Petroleum Exploration and Production Technology (2015) · Cited by 57


Rheological behavior of an Algerian crude oil containing SDBS as a surfactant

Journal of Petroleum Science and Engineering (2015) · Cited by 48

Zhongjuan Ji | Greenization of Manufacturing | Research Excellence Award

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Zhongjuan Ji | Greenization of Manufacturing | Research Excellence Award

Lecturer at Suzhou University of Science and Technology | China

Zhongjuan Ji demonstrates a strong and consistent record of scholarly excellence that makes her highly suitable for the Research Excellence Award. Her research spans sustainable tourism, cultural heritage development, digital cultural-tourism transformation, tourism spatial justice, and human–water relationships, supported by 52 citations, 6 Scopus-indexed documents, and an h-index of 4. She has contributed 12 indexed journal publications, including SSCI, CSSCI, ESCI, and AMI articles, along with four scholarly monographs, reflecting both productivity and impact across interdisciplinary tourism studies. Her projects-covering national, provincial, and international research initiatives-advance knowledge on rural revitalization, digitalization of cultural-tourism resources, tourism-driven poverty alleviation, heritage site sustainability, and manufacturing–tourism integration. Through collaborations with institutions such as Sun Yat-sen University, Northern Arizona University, and Suzhou University of Science and Technology, she has strengthened global academic partnerships while generating applied insights for government and industry, including contributions to cultural-tourism policy development in Tibet and Jiangsu. Her publications in journals such as Sustainability, Asia Pacific Journal of Tourism Research, Current Issues in Tourism, and Journal of China Tourism Research demonstrate methodological rigor and relevance to contemporary challenges in sustainable development. Her role as a reviewer for major journals and the National Natural Science Foundation of China further highlights her standing in the academic community. With a balanced portfolio of theoretical research, policy-oriented studies, and cross-disciplinary innovation, Zhongjuan Ji exemplifies the qualities of a high-impact scholar whose work advances both scientific understanding and real-world practice aligning perfectly with the objectives of the Research Excellence Award.

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National tourism standards and local practices: Based on the experience of Tibet, China

– Journal of China Tourism Research, 2022-12-01 | Contributors: Zhongjuan Ji; Honggang Xu; Qingming Cui; Peng Yang

The influence of community factors on local entrepreneurs’ support for tourism

– Current Issues in Tourism, 2020-07-17 | Contributors: Ying Zhang; Jin Hooi Chan; Zhongjuan Ji; Luning Sun; Bernard Lane; Xiaoguang Qi

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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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