Nikolaos Chousidis | Nanomaterials | Best Researcher Award
Dr. Nikolaos Chousidis, National Technical University of Athens, Greece.
Dr. Nikolaos Chousidis π¬π· is a materials engineer and researcher specializing in the durability and sustainability of reinforced concrete structures π§±π±. With a Ph.D. from NTUA π and extensive postdoctoral experience across top institutions in Greece and Cyprus π¬π·π¨πΎ, his research integrates nanomaterials, green concrete, and corrosion protection technologies π§ͺπ‘οΈ. He has contributed to numerous academic, industrial, and heritage conservation projects ποΈ, published in high-impact journals, and received prestigious awards π . Currently affiliated with Cyprus University of Technology and NTUA, Dr. Chousidis continues to innovate in structural materials for a more sustainable and resilient infrastructure future π¬ποΈ.
Publication Profiles
Β Education & ExperienceΒ
π Education:
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π Ph.D. in Materials Engineering, NTUA, 2015
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π M.Sc. in Materials Science & Technology, NTUA, 2008
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π B.Sc. in Geology, University of Athens, 2005
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ποΈ B.Sc. in Civil Engineering (in progress), NTUA
π§ͺ Postdoctoral Research Experience:
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NTUA + Sika Hellas π§ͺ: Sulfate resistance in concrete (2023β2024)
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Cyprus University of Technology π§±: Nanomodified cement (2021β2022)
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NTUA π§²: Corrosion mechanisms in marine/urban concrete (2020β2021)
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University of Cyprus π§¬: Chloride ingress & sustainable materials (2017β2020)
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NTUA π§ͺ: Nano-reinforced cement composites (2015β2017)
π¨βπ« Teaching & Academic Roles:
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Instructor & Guest Lecturer, University of Cyprus π
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Secondary Education Teacher, Greece (Geology, Physics, Chemistry, Math) π¨βπ«
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Lab Supervisor & Seminar Leader for Corrosion & Materials Science π§«
Suitability for the Award
Dr. Nikolaos Chousidis, an accomplished materials and civil engineering researcher with dual affiliations at the Cyprus University of Technology and the National Technical University of Athens, is a standout candidate for the Best Researcher Award. With over a decade of high-impact academic, postdoctoral, and industrial research experience, he has made distinguished contributions to the fields of sustainable construction materials, nanotechnology applications in cementitious systems, and corrosion protection in reinforced concrete.
Β Professional Development
Dr. Chousidis has consistently engaged in professional development to enhance both research and teaching competencies ππ§ . He completed training in scientific report writing π at the University of Cyprus and has led multiple seminars on corrosion protection and materials durability π οΈ. As a lab supervisor and coordinator, he promoted STEM learning through interactive workshops, student exhibitions, and educational conferences π§ͺπ . His hands-on approach to teaching, combined with an emphasis on cutting-edge lab techniques such as SEM, XRD, and DTA π¬, supports his commitment to academic excellence and lifelong learning ππ.
Β Research FocusΒ
Dr. Chousidisβs research focuses on durable, sustainable construction materials and the corrosion protection of reinforced concrete structures π§±π. His work integrates nanomaterials (e.g., CNTs, nano-silica) to improve strength, crack resistance, and chloride ingress prevention π§ͺπ‘οΈ. He is also a leader in developing green concrete using industrial by-products like fly ash and slag β»οΈποΈ. His experimental expertise includes multiscale mechanical testing and advanced microstructural characterization using SEM, XRD, MIP, and DTA π¬π. Bridging civil engineering and materials science, his research supports resilient infrastructure in aggressive environments like marine and urban zones πποΈ.
Β Awards & HonorsΒ
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π NTUA Thomaidion Award for peer-reviewed publications
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π Mechanical Properties and Durability Performance of Reinforced Concrete Containing Fly Ash (Elsevier)
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π Mechanical Reinforcement of Lime Pastes by Electrospun Cellulose Acetate Polymer Fibers (Springer)
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π Doctoral Scholarship β IKY National PhD Fellowship
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πΌ Postdoctoral Fellowship β Cyprus University of Technology
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πΌ Research Grant β General Secretariat for Research and Innovation (GSRI)
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π₯ IKYβSiemens Excellence Program β 2-year competitive postdoc grant
Publication Top Noted
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Mechanical properties and durability performance of reinforced concrete containing fly ash β 137 citations, 2015 π§±
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Effect of fly ash chemical composition on the reinforcement corrosion, thermal diffusion and strength of blended cement concretes β 95 citations, 2016 βοΈ
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Utilization of Electrolytic Manganese Dioxide (EMD) waste in concrete exposed to salt crystallization β 32 citations, 2018 β»οΈ
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Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA)-based films: insights from crosslinking and plasticizer incorporation β 17 citations, 2024 ποΈ
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Influence of iron mill scale additive on the physico-mechanical properties and chloride penetration resistance of concrete β 16 citations, 2016 ποΈ
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Anticorrosive effect of electrochemical manganese dioxide by-products in reinforced concrete β 16 citations, 2015 π‘οΈ
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Fire endurance and corrosion resistance of nano-modified cement mortars exposed to elevated temperatures β 13 citations, 2023 π₯
Β is a dedicated doctoral student at Northeast Normal UniversityΒ
, specializing in Condensed Matter Physics. Her research is centered on flexible organic
Β and near-infrared (NIR) photodetection technologiesΒ
. With a solid foundation in semiconductor physics and hands-on experience in device fabrication, she has authored 2 SCI-indexed papersΒ
Β and holds a granted invention patentΒ
. Yu’s innovation in NIR photoelectric synaptic transistors mimics the human visual systemΒ
Β and promises advancements in neuromorphic imaging and AI vision systemsΒ
. Her passion and precision mark her as a rising researcher in optoelectronics and flexible electronicsΒ
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Β Gained expertise inΒ semiconductor physics,Β organic field-effect transistors, andΒ flexible device fabrication
Β PublishedΒ 2 SCI-indexed research articles
Β GrantedΒ 1 invention patentΒ in the field of optoelectronics
Β Experience in synthesizing and testing flexible photodetector structures
Β has developed a strong research profile through her commitment to innovation in flexible organic electronicsΒ
. Her academic journey has been defined by continuous learningΒ
Β and interdisciplinary skill-building in materials science, electronics, and photophysicsΒ
. Her doctoral work includes collaborative research, device prototyping, and publishing in high-impact journalsΒ
. With a focus on neuromorphic and bio-inspired photodetection systemsΒ
Β and AI-enhanced visual systemsΒ
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Β and their integration intoΒ bionic optoelectronic synapse devicesΒ
, and multifunctionality in real-world environments. Yuβs work significantly contributes to next-generationΒ artificial vision,Β intelligent night vision systemsΒ
, andΒ bio-inspired electronicsΒ
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Β 2 SCI-indexed journal publicationsΒ in advanced materials and optoelectronics
Β Recognition for innovation in bionic synaptic devices for AI vision
Β 2024Β |Β Online Analysis of Coal Slime Water Particle Size Based on RRSB Characteristic ParametersΒ |Β
Β 2023Β |Β Comparison and Analysis of Powder Removal and No Powder Removal in Daliuta Coal Preparation PlantΒ |Β
Β 2022Β |Β Application of Equipment Operation and Efficiency System in Intelligent Coal Preparation PlantΒ |Β