Vassilis Kostopoulos | Polymer Matrix Composites | Best Researcher Award

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Vassilis Kostopoulos | Polymer Matrix Composites | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Vassilis Kostopoulos at University Of Patras | Greece

A distinguished scholar in mechanical and aerospace engineering, Professor Vassilis Kostopoulos has made pioneering contributions to the fields of applied mechanics, composite materials, and structural health monitoring. He has served as Professor and former Director of the Applied Mechanics & Vibrations Laboratory (2003–2024) at a leading European university, with visiting appointments at major international institutions, including the University of Delaware (USA) and George Emil Palade University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science, and Technology of Târgu Mureş (Romania). His expertise spans design, analysis, and optimization of lightweight composite structures, non-destructive evaluation, nano-engineering, aerospace structures under extreme conditions, and additive manufacturing. A key contributor to European and international research programs, he has coordinated or participated in over 85 research projects funded by organizations such as the EU, ESA, EDA, EDF, NSF, and USAF. His extensive academic output includes 345 publications, 301 conference presentations, 7 books, 21 book chapters, and numerous technical reports, achieving 6,304 citations from 5,234 documents with an h-index of 40. He has supervised 35 Ph.D. and 185 M.Sc. theses and co-organized 61 international conferences. His leadership roles include membership in the Clean Aviation Joint Undertaking, Advisory Council for Aviation Research and Innovation in Europe (ACARE), and the European Society for Composite Materials (ESCM), where he also served as President. He is an editorial board member for several international journals and an evaluator for research programs across Europe. His research achievements have been recognized with multiple international awards, including the 1st Senior Scientist Award at TRA-VISIONS 2020, ESA Aerospace Challenge distinctions, and Innovation Awards in aerospace and space engineering, reflecting his enduring impact on advanced materials and aeronautical research.

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Featured Publications 

Attia, S., Eleftheriou, P., Xeni, F., Morlot, R., Ménézo, C., Kostopoulos, V., Betsi, M., & others. (2017). Overview and future challenges of nearly zero energy buildings (nZEB) design in Southern Europe. Energy and Buildings, 155, 439–458.

Kostopoulos, V., Baltopoulos, A., Karapappas, P., Vavouliotis, A., & Paipetis, A. (2010). Impact and after-impact properties of carbon fibre reinforced composites enhanced with multi-wall carbon nanotubes. Composites Science and Technology, 70(4), 553–563.

Loutas, T. H., Roulias, D., Pauly, E., & Kostopoulos, V. (2011). The combined use of vibration, acoustic emission and oil debris on-line monitoring towards a more effective condition monitoring of rotating machinery. Mechanical Systems and Signal Processing, 25(4), 1339–1352.

Karapappas, P., Vavouliotis, A., Tsotra, P., Kostopoulos, V., & Paipetis, A. (2009). Enhanced fracture properties of carbon reinforced composites by the addition of multi-wall carbon nanotubes. Journal of Composite Materials, 43(9), 977–985.

Loutas, T. H., Sotiriades, G., Kalaitzoglou, I., & Kostopoulos, V. (2009). Condition monitoring of a single-stage gearbox with artificially induced gear cracks utilizing on-line vibration and acoustic emission measurements. Applied Acoustics, 70(9), 1148–1159.

Olagunju Johnson Adetuwo | Polymer Matrix composites | Excellence in Research Award

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Olagunju Johnson Adetuwo | Polymer Matrix composites | Excellence in Research Award

Dr. Olagunju Johnson Adetuwo at Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology Okitipupa Ondo State | Nigeria

Dr. Olagunju Johnson Adetuwo is a highly motivated and experienced Food Security and Nutrition Specialist with a strong background in food microbiology, biotechnology, and humanitarian development. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Food and Industrial Microbiology at Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology, Okitipupa, where he is a recipient of the prestigious Vice-Chancellor’s Ph.D. Scholarship Award for Outstanding Students. He holds a Master’s Degree in Industrial Microbiology from Adekunle Ajasin University, a Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology from the University of Benin, and a Nigeria Certificate in Education from Adeyemi College of Education, specializing in Biology and Chemistry. With extensive professional experience in academia, research, and public service, Dr. Adetuwo serves as a Food Security and Biotechnology Researcher at Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology and Adekunle Ajasin University, focusing on sustainable food production, food safety, and biotechnology innovations. He also works as a Project Coordinator at the Ondo State Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, managing initiatives related to WASH, livelihoods, and disability-inclusive development. A dedicated scholar and peer reviewer, he is affiliated with several professional organizations, including the Nigerian Society for Microbiology, American Society of Clinical Oncology, and Society for Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology, and has earned multiple Awards of Excellence in Peer Reviewing from international journals. Beyond academia, he contributes to community development as a Pastor and Church Leader with the Deeper Life Bible Ministry and serves as an Examiner and Supervisor for national examinations.

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Featured Publications 

Olagunju Johnson, A., & Ogundana, F. N. (2025, August 22). Optimization of substrate and fermentation conditions for mycoprotein production from Pleurotus ostreatus (oyster mushroom) cultivated on sugarcane straw and cassava peels in Okitipupa, Nigeria [Preprint]. bioRxiv.

Olagunju Johnson, A. (2025, August 12). Phenotypic profiling, comparative analysis of nutritional compositions and antioxidant potential of Pleurotus ostreatus (oyster mushroom) cultivated on different agricultural wastes [Preprint]. bioRxiv.

Olagunju Johnson, A., Adegbehingbe, K. T., & Omodara, T. R. (2023, September 29). Safety concerns on microbes associated with fresh and smoked fish sold in Igbokoda Fish Market, Nigeria. Journal of Advances in Microbiology, 23(10758).

Adegbehingbe, K. T., Olagunju Johnson, A., & Omodara, T. R. (2023, August 22). Evaluation of Saccharomyces cerevisiae improved strains potential in the bioethanol production from bagasse. Biotechnology Journal International, 27(5693).

Olagunju Johnson, A. (2023, May 4). Health benefits of energy-rich natural plants. In Health & Fitness.

Yung Hui Huang | Radiological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Yung Hui Huang | Radiological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Yung Hui Huang at I-Shou university | Taiwan

Yung-Hui Huang  is a distinguished researcher in Medical Imaging and Radiological Sciences at I-Shou University, Taiwan. He earned his Ph.D. (2008) and M.S. (2003) from National Yang-Ming University, Taiwan, specializing in biomedical imaging and radiological sciences, and holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering (2001) from National Taipei University of Technology, Taiwan. Dr. Huang’s research focuses on advanced imaging techniques, medical image analysis, and machine learning applications in radiology, with a particular emphasis on ultrasound, CT, PET, and MRI imaging modalities. He has authored 52 documents, which have been cited 363 times, resulting in an h-index of 9. His publications appear in internationally recognized journals such as Scientific Reports, Healthcare, Sensors, and the Journal of X-Ray Science and Technology, covering topics from prostate cancer detection, liver and breast imaging, COVID-19 classification, to Parkinson’s disease staging and radiation dosimetry. Dr. Huang’s work combines deep learning, fusion feature extraction, and computational imaging techniques to improve diagnostic accuracy and clinical workflow efficiency. He continues to advance medical imaging research through innovative studies, interdisciplinary collaboration, and mentorship of emerging scientists in the field.

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Featured Publications 

Lu, N.-H., Wang, C.-Y., Liu, K.-Y., Huang, Y.-H., & Chen, T.-B. (2025). AI-enhanced deep learning framework for pulmonary embolism detection in CT angiography. Bioengineering, 12(10), 1055.

Liu, K.-Y., Lu, N.-H., Huang, Y.-H., Matsushima, A., Kimura, K., Okamoto, T., & Chen, T.-B. (2025). Majority voting ensemble of deep CNNs for robust MRI-based brain tumor classification. Diagnostics, 15(14), 1782.

Wang, Y.-M., Wang, C.-Y., Liu, K.-Y., Huang, Y.-H., Chen, T.-B., Chiu, K.-N., Liang, C.-Y., & Lu, N.-H. (2024). CNN-based cross-modality fusion for enhanced breast cancer detection using mammography and ultrasound. Tomography, 10(12), 145.

Yang, S.-Y., Hsu, S.-Y., Su, Y.-K., Lu, N.-H., Liu, K.-Y., Chen, T.-B., Chiu, K.-N., Huang, Y.-H., & Yeh, L.-R. (2024). Using key predictors in an SVM model for differentiating spinal fractures and herniated intervertebral discs in preoperative anesthesia evaluation. Diagnostics, 14(21), 2456.

Wang, J.-Z., Lu, N.-H., Du, W.-C., Liu, K.-Y., Hsu, S.-Y., Wang, C.-Y., Chen, Y.-J., Chang, L.-C., Twan, W.-H., Chen, T.-B., & Huang, Y.-H. (2023). Classification of color fundus photographs using fusion extracted features and customized CNN models. Healthcare, 11(15), 2228.

Olufisayo Emmanuel Ojo | Environmental effects | Best Researcher Award

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Olufisayo Emmanuel Ojo | Environmental effects | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Olufisayo Emmanuel Ojo at Atmosfair Climate & Sustainability Limited | Nigeria

Mr. Olufisayo Emmanuel Ojo (R.Engr., IEng – UK, MSc, B.Eng (Hons), M.I.E.T, MNSE) is a distinguished Electromechanical and Water Engineer with over 22 years of professional experience in engineering design, project management, and infrastructural development. He currently serves as the General Manager and Team Lead (Nigeria) for atmosfair gGmbH, Germany, where he directs climate carbon mitigation initiatives, including the establishment and management of a large-scale Improved Cook Stove (ICS) production plant in Nigeria. His diverse expertise encompasses the design and supervision of water treatment facilities, civil and electromechanical infrastructures, hydraulic systems, and asset maintenance management, with notable contributions to projects funded by the World Bank, AFD, EBRD, USAID/E-WASH/RTI, and other international development agencies. A certified professional in Public Procurement, Contract Management, and Monitoring & Evaluation, Mr. Ojo has demonstrated exceptional technical leadership in Non-Revenue Water (NRW) management and sanitation transformation programs. Academically, he holds an M.Sc. (Research) in Mechanical Engineering (Summa Cum Laude) from the University of KwaZulu-Natal, an Hons B.Eng in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering from the University of Portsmouth, UK, and an HND in Mechanical Engineering from The Polytechnic, Ibadan, Nigeria, while currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering and a Doctor of Engineering (D.Eng) in Industrial Engineering in South Africa. A registered engineer with COREN, MNSE, and MIET (UK), Mr. Ojo has co-authored several impactful publications in renewable energy, desalination systems, and sustainable engineering technologies. His research work has garnered 10 citations, an h-index of 2, and an i10-index of 0. Known for his strategic leadership, innovation, and commitment to sustainable development, Mr. Ojo continues to drive transformative engineering solutions that foster environmental efficiency and resilience.

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Featured Publications 

Ojo, O. E., & Olanrewaju, O. (2024). A review of renewable energy powered seawater desalination treatment process for zero waste. Water, 16(19), 2804.

Ojo, O. E., & Inambao, F. (2024). Additives and blends of biodiesel. Journal of Propulsion Technology, 45(1), 5032–5050.

Ojo, O. E., & Inambao, F. L. (2024). GT-Power for internal combustion engine simulation: A review. Journal of Aeronautical Materials, 44(2), 38–61.

Ojo, O. E., & Inambao, F. (2024). Real-world applications of waste swine oil (pork lard waste) biodiesel: A review. Journal of Aeronautical Materials, 44(2), 38–61.

Ojo, O. E., Ige, O. E., & Inambao, F. L. (2023). A review of seawater membrane desalination. Corrosion and Protection, 51(2), 476–491.

Seyedeh Tina Sefati | Deep Learning | Best Researcher Award

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Seyedeh Tina Sefati | Deep Learning | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Seyedeh Tina Sefati at University of Tabriz | Iran

Tina Sefati is a Ph.D. candidate in Artificial Intelligence at the University of Tabriz and serves as an AI engineer and CEO at SaamDigital Eurasia, leading AI-driven projects across more than ten countries. Her research focuses on deep learning, supervised and unsupervised learning, time series anomaly detection, and generative models, with extensive expertise in CNNs, LSTMs, GANs, Transformers, and GNNs. She holds an MSc in Artificial Intelligence from the University of Tabriz, where she worked on improving spam filtering using game theory, as well as an M.Sc. in MBA and a BSc in Computer Engineering (Software) from Seraj University, with a thesis on solving the Traveling Salesman Problem using Ant Colony Optimization. Tina has over a decade of experience designing, developing, and managing AI-based systems for large organizations such as HepsiBurada and AndME in Turkey, delivering solutions in product recommendation, stock forecasting, credit scoring, intelligent smile design, license plate recognition, and face recognition systems. She has authored 33 publications, which have received 560 citations across 446 documents, reflecting an h-index of 12, demonstrating the impact of her research contributions. Her technical skills span deep learning, machine learning, NLP, image processing, time series analysis, Python, Flask, SQL, Git, and API development. Tina has also contributed to education as a programming and web design instructor and has successfully led AI projects that integrate statistical methods, NLP, and cloud-based architectures for big data analytics. Recognized for her innovation, leadership, and hands-on expertise in AI applications, she continues to advance research and practical AI solutions, bridging academic insights with industry impact.

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Featured Publications 

Sefati, S. S., Arasteh, B., Halunga, S., & Fratu, O. (2025). Adaptive service recommendation in Internet of Things using a reinforcement learning and optimization algorithm. IEEE Transactions on Network and Service Management.

Ul Haq, A., Sefati, S. S., Nawaz, S. J., Mihovska, A., & Beliatis, M. J. (2025). Need of UAVs and physical layer security in next-generation non-terrestrial wireless networks: Potential challenges and open issues. IEEE Open Journal of Vehicular Technology.

Sefati, S. S., Sefati, S. T., Nazir, S., Zareh Farkhady, R., & Obreja, S. G. (2025, October 6). Federated reinforcement learning with hybrid optimization for secure and reliable data transmission in wireless sensor networks (WSNs). Mathematics.

Arasteh, B., Sefati, S. S., Kusetogullari, H., & Kiani, F. (2025, September 12). Generating software architectural model from source code using module clustering. Symmetry.

Sefati, S. S., Arasteh, B., Craciunescu, R., & Comsa, C.-R. (2025, February 12). Intelligent congestion control in wireless sensor networks (WSN) based on generative adversarial networks (GANs) and optimization algorithms. Mathematics.

Rahul Goyal | Environmental effects | Excellence in Research Award

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Rahul Goyal | Environmental effects | Excellence in Research Award

Prof. Rahul Goyal at Manipal University Jaipur | India

Dr. Rahul Goyal is a distinguished Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Manipal University Jaipur, with over 22 years of teaching and research experience. He earned his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Malaviya National Institute of Technology (MNIT), Jaipur, in 2015, focusing his research on the development of a CI engine-operated micro trigeneration system for power, heating, and space cooling. He also holds an M.Tech in Thermal Engineering from the University College of Engineering, Kota (2010), and a B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Rajasthan (2003). Throughout his academic journey, Dr. Goyal has held several key administrative and academic positions, including Head of the Department at Manipal University Jaipur, Vivekananda Global University, and Vivekananda Institute of Technology (East), and has served as a member of the Executive Circles for NAAC and NIRF at Manipal University. His research interests encompass thermal engineering, renewable and sustainable energy systems, emission control, and advanced thermal materials. Dr. Goyal has authored 51 research publications, which have received 933 citations across 853 documents, reflecting an h-index of 16, highlighting the significance and quality of his scholarly contributions. He has successfully supervised multiple Ph.D. scholars on topics such as solar air heaters, water-diesel emulsified fuels with nanoparticles, thermal energy storage systems, and emission optimization in automobiles. Renowned for his academic leadership, technical expertise, and commitment to innovation, Dr. Rahul Goyal continues to make impactful contributions to mechanical and thermal engineering education and research in India.

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Featured Publications 

Singh, P., Sharma, R. K., Ansu, A. K., Goyal, R., Sarı, A., & Tyagi, V. V. (2021). A comprehensive review on development of eutectic organic phase change materials and their composites for low and medium range thermal energy storage applications. Solar Energy Materials and Solar Cells, 223, 110955.

Khatri, R., Goyal, R., & Sharma, R. K. (2021). Advances in the developments of solar cooker for sustainable development: A comprehensive review. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 145, 111166.

Singh, P., Sharma, R. K., Khalid, M., Goyal, R., Sarı, A., & Tyagi, V. V. (2022). Evaluation of carbon based-supporting materials for developing form-stable organic phase change materials for thermal energy storage: A review. Solar Energy Materials and Solar Cells, 246, 111896.

Sonar, D., Soni, S. L., Sharma, D., Srivastava, A., & Goyal, R. (2015). Performance and emission characteristics of a diesel engine with varying injection pressure and fuelled with raw mahua oil (preheated and blends) and mahua oil methyl ester. Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy, 17(6), 1499–1511.

Khatri, D., & Goyal, R. (2020). Effects of silicon dioxide nanoparticles on the performance and emission features at different injection timings using water diesel emulsified fuel. Energy Conversion and Management, 205, 112379.

Rosa Martha Pérez Gutiérrez | Metal Matrix Composites | Breakthrough Research Award

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Rosa Martha Pérez Gutiérrez | Metal Matrix Composites | Breakthrough Research Award

Dr. Rosa Martha Pérez Gutiérrez | Instituto Politécnico Nacional | Mexico

Dr. Rosa Martha Pérez Gutiérrez is a distinguished Mexican scientist with a lifelong dedication to biological sciences, pharmacognosy, and natural product research. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Pharmaceutical Chemistry from the Escuela Nacional de Ciencias Biológicas, Instituto Politécnico Nacional (IPN) between 1961 and 1964, and later completed her Doctorate in Biological Sciences at Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana-Xochimilco in 1997, graduating with the Medal of Merit and recognition as the first doctoral graduate of her program. Over her illustrious career, she has served in prominent teaching and research roles across several prestigious institutions, including the Escuela Nacional de Ciencias Biológicas, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM), Universidad La Salle, and IPN’s Escuela Superior de Ingeniería Química e Industrias Extractivas (ESIQIE), where she continues as Head of the Natural Products Research Laboratory. Dr. Pérez Gutiérrez has made remarkable contributions as a professor of Organic Chemistry, Phytochemistry, and Toxicology, and has organized and presented numerous national and international courses and conferences on mass spectrometry, environmental contamination, and bioactive compounds. Her pioneering research, supported by CONACYT and other agencies, has explored natural antioxidants, antidiabetic and anti-obesity agents, and the biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles with biomedical applications. She has authored and coordinated various scientific projects focused on Mexican medicinal plants, marine organisms, and phytochemicals, contributing significantly to pharmacological innovation. Beyond her research, she has served on editorial boards of leading journals such as Pharmacognosy Magazine and Pharmacognosy Research and participated in national scientific committees and award juries. Her international influence is reflected through invited lectures in Poland and Spain, highlighting her role as a global ambassador of Mexican natural product science. Through her academic excellence and pioneering spirit, Dr. Pérez Gutiérrez has become a trailblazer and mentor in biological and pharmaceutical research in Latin America.

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Featured Publications 

Pérez Gutiérrez, R. M., Téllez Gómez, J., Mota Flores, J. M., Corea Téllez, M., & Muñiz Ramírez, A. (2025). Baicalin–Myricetin-coated selenium nanoparticles mitigate pathology in an Aβ1-42 mice model of Alzheimer’s disease. Pharmaceuticals, 18(9), 1391.

Muñiz-Ramírez, A., López, B. A., & Pérez Gutiérrez, R. M. (2025). Starch biopolymer functionalized with Ipomoea batatas extract: A natural system for bioactive delivery in type II diabetes. Current Drug Delivery.

García-Campoy, A. H., Pérez Gutiérrez, R. M., García Báez, E. V., & Muñiz-Ramírez, A. (2024). Methanolic extract of Tillandsia recurvata reduces blood glucose, triglycerides, and cholesterol levels. Botanical Sciences, 102(4), 1251–1264.

Pérez Gutiérrez, R. M., Rodríguez-Serrano, L. M., Laguna-Chimal, J. F., de la Luz Corea, M., Paredes-Carrera, S. P., & Téllez Gómez, J. (2024). Geniposide and harpagoside functionalized cerium oxide nanoparticles as a potential neuroprotective. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 25(8), 4262.

González-Anota, D. E., Paredes-Carrera, S. P., Pérez-Gutiérrez, R. M., Arciniega-Caballero, B., Borja-Urby, R., Sánchez-Ochoa, J. C., & Rojas-García, E. (2023). Green synthesis by microwave irradiation of TiO₂ using Cinnamomum verum and the application in photocatalysis. Journal of Chemistry, 2023, Article 2245685.

Xiaodong Jia | Coatings | Best Researcher Award

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Xiaodong Jia | Coatings | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xiaodong Jia is Deputy Director of the Science and Technology Division at Chongqing Open University | China

Shujiang Liu, Ph.D., is a Professor at the School of Materials Science and Engineering, Qilu University of Technology, with over two decades of dedicated experience in the teaching and research of glass materials. His scholarly expertise spans across high-strength glasses, transparent glass-ceramics, and optical glasses, making significant contributions to both the academic community and industrial applications of advanced glass science. Over the years, Professor Liu has actively engaged in professional service, holding key roles such as member of the Glass Branch of the Chinese Ceramics Society, Chairman of the Shandong Glass Standards Committee, and member of the Expert Committee of the China Household Glass Association. He has authored more than 75 peer-reviewed publications in internationally recognized journals, which have been cited 916 times by 814 documents, with an h-index of 15. His research contributions provide original insights into glass crystallization, sintering behavior, phase separation, and novel glass-ceramic applications, while he also serves as a reviewer for leading journals including the Journal of Non-Crystalline Solids, Ceramics International, and the Journal of the American Ceramic Society. His recent research highlights include studies on the influence of trace elements such as NiO on soda-lime-silicate and aluminosilicate glasses, the mixed-alkali effect in borate glass systems, and the role of phase separation in self-limited crystallization and crack growth resistance in phosphosilicate glasses. His team has also advanced knowledge on glass powders’ sintering behavior, early densification effects on glass–calcium carbonate mixtures, and the development of glass-ceramics as high-performance lithium-ion battery anode materials. With a consistent record of collaborative research and impactful publications from 2020 to 2025, Professor Liu continues to push the boundaries of glass science while fostering innovation in materials engineering. His work bridges fundamental research and applied technology, strengthening China’s position in glass science and standardization efforts worldwide.

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Featured Publications 

Jia, X., Ge, Y., Zhu, H., & Zheng, K. (2025). Performance enhancement and nano-scale interaction mechanism of asphalt modified with solid waste-derived nano-micro-powders. Coatings, 15(9), 1079.

Savidh Khan | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Savidh Khan | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Savidh Khan | Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology | India

Dr. Savidh Khan is a distinguished physicist and materials scientist currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at RIMT University, Mandi Gobindgarh, Punjab, India. His academic and research journey reflects a deep commitment to advancing knowledge in materials science and applied physics, with a particular focus on the synthesis, characterization, and application of advanced functional materials. He earned his Ph.D. in Physics and Materials Science from Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, where his research centered on undoped and doped vanadium oxides for solid oxide fuel cell applications under the supervision of Professor Kulvir Singh. His earlier academic achievements include an M.Tech. in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering from Thapar University, an M.Phil. and M.Sc. in Physics, and a B.Sc. in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics from C.C.S. University, Meerut, India. Over the years, Dr. Khan has developed expertise in experimental materials science, particularly in preparing glasses and ceramics using melt-quench and solid-state reaction techniques. He is highly skilled in utilizing a range of advanced characterization tools such as X-ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), Raman spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), UV-visible spectroscopy, thermogravimetric and differential thermal analysis (TG/DTA), and impedance spectroscopy to investigate material structure, stability, and performance. His research spans several critical areas, including solid oxide fuel cells, lithium-ion batteries, radiation dosimeters, upconversion materials, bioceramics, and glass-ceramics for biomedical and energy applications, with a strong focus on improving material functionality and sustainability. Dr. Khan’s teaching experience is equally impressive, having served at reputed institutions including Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, S.I.T.E. Meerut, Meerut College, and D.N. College, where he has effectively combined his research expertise with classroom teaching to inspire and mentor students. He has successfully supervised one Ph.D. scholar and continues to guide four ongoing doctoral candidates in cutting-edge materials research. His outstanding academic contributions have been recognized through several prestigious awards and fellowships, including the GATE Fellowship from the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), Government of India, and the Direct-SRF fellowship from the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), New Delhi. He also received the Best Poster Award at the Conference on Microscopy in Materials Science for his innovative research presentation. With numerous publications, a growing citation record, and a solid h-index, Dr. Savidh Khan continues to make significant contributions to the fields of materials science and applied physics, advancing technologies that address challenges in energy storage, biomedical applications, and sustainable materials development.

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Featured Publications 

Khan, S., Kaur, G., & Singh, K. (2017). Effect of ZrO₂ on dielectric, optical and structural properties of yttrium calcium borosilicate glasses. Ceramics International, 43(1), 722–727.

Khan, S., & Singh, K. (2019). Effect of MgO on structural, thermal and conducting properties of V₂₋ₓMgₓO₅₋δ (x = 0.05–0.30) systems. Ceramics International, 45(1), 695–701.

Kaur, A., Khan, S., Kumar, D., Bhatia, V., Rao, S. M., Kaur, N., Singh, K., Kumar, A., … (2020). Effect of MnO on structural, optical and thermoluminescence properties of lithium borosilicate glasses. Journal of Luminescence, 219, 116872.

Khan, S., & Singh, K. (2020). Structural, optical, thermal and conducting properties of V₂₋ₓLiₓO₅₋δ (0.15 ≤ x ≤ 0.30) systems. Scientific Reports, 10(1), 1089.

Jaidka, S., Khan, S., & Singh, K. (2018). Na₂O doped CeO₂ and their structural, optical, conducting and dielectric properties. Physica B: Condensed Matter, 550, 189–198.

Dandan Sun | Properties and Performance | Best Researcher Award

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Dandan Sun | Properties and Performance | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Dandan Sun | China Railway 15th Bureau Group Corporation Limited | China

Dr. Dandan Sun is a Senior Engineer and Vice-Dean of the Technical Center at China Railway 15th Bureau Group Corporation Limited in Shanghai, specializing in urban underground space development, tunnel engineering, vertical shaft excavation, intelligent construction technologies, and concrete durability. She holds a Ph.D. in Material Science and Engineering from Tongji University, including a joint doctoral experience at the University of Melbourne, and a bachelor’s degree from Wuhan University of Technology. Her research focuses on the microstructure and durability of concrete, ion transport and corrosion mechanisms in cementitious materials, and innovative construction technologies for complex underground environments, combining experimental, numerical, and field studies. She has authored numerous influential publications on topics such as sulfate and chloride attack on concrete, bond behavior between steel and concrete, vertical shield tunneling, and offshore construction durability. In addition to her scholarly contributions, she holds over forty invention patents and has contributed to technical standards for high-performance concrete applications. Her work has been recognized with multiple prestigious awards for technological breakthroughs in intelligent construction, slope failure prevention, and sustainable urban underground development, including international acclaim at the Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions for her intelligent and ecological underground garage design. Through her research, innovation, and leadership, Dandan Sun has significantly advanced civil engineering and sustainable urban infrastructure development.

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Featured Publications 

Shi, H., Sun, D., & Wu, K. (2016). Development on microstructure and numerical simulation of interfacial transition zone. Journal of The Chinese Ceramic Society, 44(5), 678–685.

Sun, D., Wu, K., Kang, W., et al. (2018). Characterisation of water stability of magnesium phosphate cement blended with steel slag and fly ash. Advances in Cement Research, 32(6), 1–11.

Sun, D., Wu, K., Shi, H., et al. (2018). Effect of interfacial transition zone on the transport of sulfate ions in concrete. Construction and Building Materials, 28–37.

Wu, K., Kang, W., Xu, L., Sun, D., et al. (2018). Damage evolution of blended cement concrete under sodium sulfate attack in relation to ITZ volume content. Construction and Building Materials, 452–465.

Sun, D., Wu, K., Shi, H., et al. (2019). Deformation behaviour of concrete materials under sulfate attack. Construction and Building Materials, 232–241.