Aggeliki Papavasiliou | Environmental Applications | Best Researcher Award

Published on 21/11/202521/11/2025 by Composite Awards

Aggeliki Papavasiliou | Environmental Applications | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Aggeliki Papavasiliou at National Centre For Scientific Research Demokritos | Greece

Dr. Aggeliki A. Papavasiliou is a materials scientist whose work spans catalytic materials, nanostructured coatings, environmental applications, and advanced automotive after-treatment technologies. She holds a Diploma in Mineral Resources Engineering from the Technical University of Crete, an MBA in Engineering–Economic Systems from the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA) and the University of Piraeus, and a PhD in Materials Science and Technology from NTUA, where her doctoral research centered on the chemical and thermal stability of electropositively promoted Pt-based catalytic converters. Over two decades, she has contributed extensively as a Scientific Researcher at the Institute of Nanoscience & Nanomaterials, NCSR “Demokritos,” and at NTUA’s Laboratory of Physical Metallurgy, participating in major EU-funded programs including HORIZON, H2020, KRIPIS, FP7, and PENED. Her work has advanced the development of sustainable antimicrobial and antiviral nanocoatings, bifunctional zeolite-based catalysts for methane conversion, hybrid TWV/GPF systems for automotive emissions, carbon–polymer nanocomposites for marine engineering, flame-spray pyrolysis nano-oxides, and next-generation cost-efficient automotive catalysts. A specialist in catalytic behavior, durability optimization, thermal aging resistance, surface modification, and nanostructured materials processing, she combines experimental methodology with applied industrial research across environmental, energy, health, and transportation sectors. Her early work on processing 3D ground-penetrating radar data using neural networks reflects a longstanding focus on technologically integrated material solutions. She has presented at numerous international scientific meetings, supported teaching in ceramic and refractory materials, and completed advanced seminars in technology management and environmental impact assessment. Her contributions have been recognized with multiple prestigious Thomaidio Awards for scientific excellence, best PhD thesis, and influential publications, as well as the ENMIX Paper Award. Through her multidisciplinary expertise, Dr. Papavasiliou continues to advance innovative materials and catalytic technologies with strong industrial and societal impact.

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Featured Publications

Papavasiliou, A., Tsetsekou, A., Matsouka, V., Konsolakis, M., Yentekakis, I. V., & Boukos, N. (2009). Development of a Ce-Zr-La modified Pt/γ-Al₂O₃ TWCs’ washcoat: Effect of synthesis procedure on catalytic behavior and thermal durability. Applied Catalysis B: Environmental, 90, 162–174.
Matsouka, V., Konsolakis, M., Yentekakis, I. V., Papavasiliou, A., & Tsetsekou, A. (2009). Effect of CexZryLazOδ mixed oxides on the structural and catalytic behavior of monometallic catalytic converters under simulated exhaust conditions. Topics in Catalysis, 52, 1873–1879.
Papavasiliou, A., Tsetsekou, A., Matsouka, V., Konsolakis, M., & Yentekakis, I. V. (2010). An investigation of the role of Zr and La dopants into Ce₁₋ₓ₋ᵧZrₓLaᵧOδ-enriched γ-Al₂O₃ TWC washcoats. Applied Catalysis A: General, 382, 73–84.
Papavasiliou, A., Tsetsekou, A., Matsouka, V., Konsolakis, M., Yentekakis, I. V., & Boukos, N. (2011). Synergistic structural and surface promotion of Pt-only TWCs: Effectiveness and thermal aging tolerance. Applied Catalysis B: Environmental, 106, 228–241.
Matsouka, V., Konsolakis, M., Yentekakis, I. V., Papavasiliou, A., Tsetsekou, A., & Boukos, N. (2011). Thermal aging behavior of Pt-only TWC converters under simulated exhaust conditions: Effect of rare earths (CeO₂, La₂O₃) and alkali (Na) modifiers. Topics in Catalysis, 54, 1124–1134.

Juanjuan Zhang | Nanocomposites | Editorial Board Member

Published on 19/11/202519/11/2025 by Composite Awards

Juanjuan Zhang | Nanocomposites | Editorial Board Member

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Juanjuan Zhang at Lanzhou University | China

Dr. Zhang Juanjuan is an interdisciplinary researcher whose work spans advanced functional materials, nanocomposites, and environmental geoscience, with a growing record of contributions across high-impact journals. Her research in materials science centers on understanding and engineering the mechanical, electrical, thermal, and multiferroic behaviors of polymer- and carbon-based composite systems. She has investigated the nonlinear mechanical responses and multi-field coupling characteristics of polymer-based multiferroic composites under combined tension and bending, offering critical insights for designing next-generation flexible and responsive materials. Her theoretical contributions include unified micromechanics-based models that reveal the effective electrical and thermal conductivities of MXene/polymer nanocomposites, advancing predictive capability for emerging MXene-enhanced functional materials. Zhang’s work on CNT-based nanocomposites extends to thermoelectric coupling around the glass-transition region, where she examines sensing performance and temperature-responsive characteristics essential for high-precision thermal sensors. She has also employed Monte Carlo methods to analyze electromagnetic shielding properties of CNT nanocomposite foams in the X-band frequency range, addressing challenges in lightweight, broadband shielding technologies. Beyond materials science, Zhang is a contributor to climate-focused environmental studies, including investigations into divergent phenological responses of soil microorganisms and plants to climate warming, and analyses of freeze–thaw cycle shifts along alpine wetland–grassland gradients, highlighting ecosystem vulnerabilities in a warming climate. Additionally, her work on CoFe₂O₄/P(VDF-TrFE) nanocomposites explores crystal phase transitions, multiferroic functionality, and associated biotoxicity considerations, integrating material performance with environmental and biological safety. Collectively, her research portfolio reflects a strong ability to bridge theoretical modeling, materials characterization, and environmental science, positioning her as a versatile scholar contributing to both advanced composite technologies and climate-related ecological understanding.

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Featured Publications

Fang, C., Zhang, J., Chen, X., & Weng, G. J. (2019). A Monte Carlo model with equipotential approximation and tunneling resistance for the electrical conductivity of carbon nanotube polymer composites. Carbon, 146, 125–138.
Ding, R., Su, X., Zhang, J., & Gao, Y. (2014). Tunability of longitudinal wave band gaps in one dimensional phononic crystal with magnetostrictive material. Journal of Applied Physics, 115(7).
Wen, J., Zhang, J., & Gao, Y. (2017). A coupling finite element model for analysis of the nonlinear dynamic magnetoelectric response of tri-layer laminate composites. Composite Structures, 166, 163–176.
Zhang, J., & Gao, Y. (2015). Effects of hysteresis and temperature on magnetoelectric effect in giant magnetostrictive/piezoelectric composites. International Journal of Solids and Structures, 69, 291–304.
Gao, Y., & Zhang, J. (2012). Nonlinear magnetoelectric transient responses of a circular-shaped magnetoelectric layered structure. Smart Materials and Structures, 22(1), 015015.

Mohamed Reda | Analysis | Best Researcher Award

Published on 17/11/202517/11/2025 by Composite Awards

Mohamed Reda | Analysis | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Mohamed Reda at Al-Azhar University | Egypt

Dr. Mohamed Reda Masoud Mohamed is an accomplished petroleum geologist whose career spans more than thirteen years of academic and applied research across major institutions in Egypt and Iraq. His work centers on petroleum basin analysis, reservoir characterization, structural geology, and subsurface evaluation, with a strong record of producing impactful geological interpretations for hydrocarbon-bearing systems in the Gulf of Suez and other key basins. He earned both his master’s and doctoral degrees in petroleum geology with theses that advanced understanding of Belayim Reefal Limestone petrophysics and the petroleum system behavior of the October Oil Field. Throughout his career, he has combined analytical rigor with applied geoscience methodologies, contributing to improved reserve assessments, reservoir modeling accuracy, and subsurface mapping. As a lecturer in petroleum geology, he has delivered comprehensive teaching and training in structural geology, basin analysis, reservoir characterization, and project management, shaping the academic development of undergraduate and postgraduate students. His supervision record includes approximately ten theses and twelve graduation projects, guiding emerging researchers in data interpretation, field analysis, reservoir modeling, and industry-standard reporting. In parallel, he has contributed to curriculum development, modernized practical training programs, and introduced advanced geological software to enhance research efficiency. His academic leadership also includes reevaluation projects of national oil and gas reserves, demonstrating his role in bridging academic research with petroleum industry needs. His research output continues to focus on geological modeling, sequence stratigraphy, petrophysical interpretation, and integrated petroleum system studies, contributing significantly to regional understanding of hydrocarbon generation, migration, and entrapment. Through sustained teaching, research, and mentorship, he has built a strong reputation as a specialist in petroleum geoscience capable of elevating both academic programs and practical exploration outcomes.

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Featured Publications

Gawad, E. A., Fathy, M., Reda, M., & Ewida, H. (2021). Petroleum geology: 3D reservoir modelling in the central Gulf of Suez, Egypt, to estimate the hydrocarbon possibility via petrophysical analysis and seismic data interpretation. Geological Journal, 56(10), 5329–5342.
Gawad, E. A., Fathy, M., Reda, M., & Ewida, H. (2021). Source rock evaluation of the Central Gulf of Suez, Egypt: A 1D basin modelling and petroleum system analysis. Geological Journal.
Reda, M., Fathy, M., & Gawad, E. A. (2022). Comprehensive 3D reservoir modelling and basin analysis: An insight into petroleum geology to re‐evaluate the hydrocarbon possibilities in the Siwa Basin, North‐Western Desert, Egypt. Geological Journal, 57(4), 1600–1616.
El-Qalamoshy, M. M. T. R., Abdel-Fattah, M. I., Reda, M., & others. (2023). A multi-disciplinary approach for trap identification in the Southern Meleiha Area, North Western Desert, Egypt: Integrating seismic, well log, and fault seal analysis. Geomechanics and Geophysics for Geo-Energy and Geo-Resources, 9, 157.
Mamdouh, M., Reda, M., Zein El Din, M. Y., & Abdelhafeez, T. H. (2023). 3D petroleum reservoir modelling using seismic and well‐log data to assess hydrocarbon potential in Abu Roash (G) Member, Karama Oil Field, North‐Western Desert, Egypt. Geological Journal.

Rafał Krzywoń | Reinforcement Materials | Best Researcher Award

Published on 17/11/202517/11/2025 by Composite Awards

Rafał Krzywoń | Reinforcement Materials | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof. Dr. Rafał Krzywoń at Silesian University of Technology | Poland

Rafał Krzywoń is a distinguished structural engineering scholar whose career spans decades of research, teaching, and practical engagement with advanced construction technologies. As an Assistant Professor in the Department of Structural Engineering at the Silesian University of Technology, he has contributed extensively to the development of modern materials and structural systems. His scientific output is both prolific and diverse, with 161 publications, including books, journal papers, and book chapters that collectively demonstrate his broad technical command and steady influence across multiple branches of structural engineering. His research portfolio encompasses reinforced and prestressed concrete structures, composite systems, and both monolithic and prefabricated construction technologies. He has played an important role in advancing knowledge on specialized concretes such as geopolymers and foam concretes, materials increasingly vital for sustainable construction practices. His scientific impact is evidenced by strong citation metrics and a consistent record of peer-reviewed work, accompanied by an h-index of 6 in both Scopus and Web of Science. Beyond authorship, he has been deeply engaged in research development through his participation in 13 scientific grants and projects, including international collaborations and national research initiatives. His leadership experience includes managing major scientific projects, demonstrating his ability to guide multidisciplinary teams and shape research directions. He has also contributed to global scholarly communication by reviewing nearly 200 manuscripts, showcasing his expertise and commitment to maintaining research quality within his field. His professional experience extends to construction practice through engineering roles in both long-term and short-term technical positions, offering him a rare balance between academic rigor and real-world application. Through academic contributions, industry collaboration, and ongoing research, he continues to play a vital role in shaping innovations in structural engineering and modern construction materials.

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Featured Publications

Antolín-Rodríguez, A., Juan-Valdés, A., Guerra-Romero, M. I., Morán-del Pozo, J. M., Krzywoń, R., Maravelaki, P.-N., & García-González, J. (2025). Mechanical performance of concrete with graphene-oxide-treated recycled coarse ceramic aggregates: Effects on aggregate water absorption and workability. Ceramics, 8(3), 104.

Krzywoń, R., & Hulimka, J. (2024). Common defects of prefabricated prestressed elements for industrial construction. Buildings, 14(3), 673.

Kekez, S., & Krzywoń, R. (2022). Prediction of bonding strength of externally bonded SRP composites using artificial neural networks. Materials, 15(4), 1314.

Krzywoń, R., & Dawczyński, S. (2021). Strength parameters of foamed geopolymer reinforced with GFRP mesh. Materials, 14(3), 689.

Krzywoń, R. (2020). Assessment of existing bond models for externally bonded SRP composites. Applied Sciences, 10(23), 8593.

Haitham Ayyad | Environmental effects | Best Researcher Award

Published on 17/11/202517/11/2025 by Composite Awards

Haitham Ayyad | Environmental effects | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Haitham Ayyad at Faculty Of Science Al Azhar University | Egypt

Dr. Haitham M. Ayyad is an accomplished Associate Professor of Geology at the Faculty of Science, Al-Azhar University, with more than fifteen years of specialized experience in stratigraphy, sequence stratigraphy, and micropaleontology. His work integrates advanced field investigations with rigorous laboratory analyses, making him a versatile geoscientist capable of contributing to academic, governmental, and industry-focused geological research. Dr. Ayyad’s research centers on marine micropaleontology, particularly the biostratigraphic and paleoenvironmental applications of foraminifera and calcareous nannofossils, which he employs to reconstruct Cenozoic depositional environments and refine global chronostratigraphic frameworks. His PhD and Master’s research laid the foundation for his long-standing focus on the Miocene successions of west-central Sinai, where he developed integrated biostratigraphic models that enhance understanding of paleoclimate variability and sequence stratigraphic evolution. Over the years, he has become widely recognized for his expertise in high-resolution microfossil analysis, quantitative micropaleontology, biochronology, and multidisciplinary approaches to paleoceanographic reconstruction. Dr. Ayyad is highly skilled in optical and scanning electron microscopy, foraminiferal preparation techniques, nannofossil absolute abundance analysis, and scientific data management. His contributions have earned him multiple awards, including a Certificate of Appreciation for distinguished international publishing and Best Presentation prizes at national paleontology conferences. Since joining Al-Azhar University in 2007, he has progressed through academic ranks—from instructor to assistant lecturer, lecturer, and ultimately associate professor—while teaching core geology courses such as stratigraphy, micropaleontology, paleoecology, sequence stratigraphy, and the geology of Egypt. His ongoing research aims to develop advanced microfossil-based climate proxies, strengthen paleoenvironmental models, and contribute to broader efforts in understanding Earth’s climate system across geological timescales.

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Featured Publications

Ayyad, H. M., Hewaidy, A. G. A., & Farouk, S. (2012). Nukhul Formation in Wadi Baba, southwest Sinai Peninsula, Egypt. GeoArabia, 17(1), 103–120.

Hewaidy, A. G. A. (2013). Foraminifera and sequence stratigraphy of Miocene succession in the eastern side of the Gulf of Suez.

Hewaidy, A. G. A., Farouk, S., & Ayyad, H. M. (2014). Integrated biostratigraphy of the upper Oligocene–middle Miocene successions in west central Sinai, Egypt. Journal of African Earth Sciences, 100, 379–400.

Ayyad, H. M., Fathy, M., Hewaidy, A. G. A., & Abdallah, A. (2020). Sequence stratigraphy of the Burdigalian Rudeis Formation in Ras El-Ush oil field, Gulf of Suez: Application of gamma-ray analysis and biostratigraphy. Marine and Petroleum Geology, 122, 104694.

Ayyad, H. M., El-Sharnoby, A. A., El-Morsy, A. M., Ahmed, M. A., & El-Deeb, A. A. (2018). Quantitative reconstruction of paleoenvironmental conditions in the Gulf of Suez during the Burdigalian–Langhian (early to middle Miocene) using benthic foraminifera. Palaeogeography, Palaeoclimatology, Palaeoecology, 503, 51–68.

Azeem Pasha | Metal Matrix Composites | Editorial Board Member

Published on 15/11/202515/11/2025 by Composite Awards

Azeem Pasha | Metal Matrix Composites | Editorial Board Member

Prof. Azeem Pasha at KNS Institute of Technology | India

Azeem Pasha is a dedicated mechanical engineering researcher specializing in functionally graded materials (FGMs) for aerospace and automotive applications, with a strong focus on composite design, powder metallurgy, nano-reinforcement, and advanced material characterization. Currently pursuing his Ph.D. at Bangalore University, his research investigates microstructural tailoring and performance enhancement of AlSi-based FGMs reinforced with carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs), aiming to achieve superior mechanical, tribological, and structural reliability in high-stress environments. His academic career includes extensive teaching and research experience as an Assistant Professor at KNSIT Institute of Technology since 2022, following seven years of service at Brindavan College of Engineering. His publications demonstrate a consistent focus on functional gradation, powder metallurgy, hot extrusion, and hybrid composite development, with notable works addressing tribological behavior of CNT-reinforced AlSi FGMs, microstructure and mechanical properties of AlSi/MWCNT composite cylinders, CNT content optimization, and load-dependent wear and friction mechanisms. Expanding beyond metal-based FGMs, he has also contributed to polymer composite engineering, including studies on low-velocity impact strength of E-glass and carbon-fiber hybrid laminates. His research integrates experimental characterization, microstructural analysis, mechanical testing, and property–performance correlations, contributing to the development of lightweight, high-strength, and wear-resistant materials for futuristic transportation systems. As an editorial board member and reviewer for multiple Scopus-indexed journals, he actively contributes to the scientific community, ensuring rigorous evaluation and dissemination of emerging research in materials engineering. His ongoing doctoral work continues to advance the understanding of gradient material behavior, nano-reinforcement distribution, and process–property interactions, positioning him as an emerging researcher committed to developing next-generation materials capable of meeting demanding aerospace, automotive, and high-performance engineering applications.

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Featured Publications

Pasha, A., & Rajaprakash, B. M. (2023). Tribological behavior of powder metallurgy processed carbon nanotube reinforced AlSi functionally graded materials. Material Science Research India, 20(2).

Pasha, A., & Rajaprakash, B. M. (2023). Microstructure and mechanical properties of functionally graded AlSi/MWCNT composite cylinders. Material Science Research India, 20(1).

Prasad, M., Ahmed, N., Pasha, A., & Manjunath, A. C. (2022). Experimental investigation on low-velocity impact strength of E-glass/carbon fiber reinforced hybrid polymer composite. International Journal of Vehicle Structures and Systems, 14(2).

Pasha, A., & Rajaprakash, B. M. (2022). Effect of CNT content on microstructure and hardness of AlSi/MWCNT nanocomposite. Materials Today: Proceedings, 58.

Pasha, A., & Rajaprakash, B. M. (2022). Effect of load on wear and friction of AlSi/MWCNT functionally graded material via powder metallurgy with hot extrusion technique. Material Science Research India, 19(3).

Ghodratollah Roudini | Metal Matrix Composites | Editorial Board Member

Published on 15/11/202515/11/2025 by Composite Awards

Ghodratollah Roudini | Metal Matrix Composites | Editorial Board Member

Dr. Ghodratollah Roudini at University of Sistan & Baluchestan | Iran

Dr. Ghodratollah Roudini is an accomplished Iranian materials engineer and Associate Professor at the University of Sistan and Baluchestan, where he has served since 2007 and played influential leadership roles, including Vice President for Planning and Development and Head of the Materials Engineering Department. Born on 23 September 1962 in Zabol, Iran, he holds a Ph.D. in Materials Engineering from the Laboratory for Mechanical Metallurgy (LMM) at EPFL, Switzerland, along with Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Materials Engineering from Tehran University and Shiraz University. His research expertise spans metal matrix composites, nanocomposites, phase-change materials, thermal energy storage systems, metal forming, and advanced materials design. Dr. Roudini has led and supervised extensive graduate and undergraduate research, contributing significantly to the development of innovative materials with tailored mechanical, thermal, and structural properties. His scholarly contributions include impactful publications on composite behavior, wear mechanisms, interpenetrating-phase structures, hydrophobic nanocomposites for oil–water separation, dislocation modeling, thermal energy storage nanomaterials, and advanced coating technologies. His recent works explore the mechanical and tribological performance of hybrid aluminum–ceramic composites, the design of polyurethane–magnetite–titanium dioxide nanocomposites, and the engineering of SiO2- and graphene-based thermal storage materials, reflecting his broad scientific vision and interdisciplinary approach. With deep experience in teaching advanced materials, metal forming, powder metallurgy, composites, nanocomposites, and dislocation theory, he has shaped the academic growth of many students. His career also includes earlier roles as lecturer and teaching assistant, marking more than three decades of continuous academic engagement. Highly respected for his scientific rigor and commitment to practical materials innovation, Dr. Roudini continues to contribute to engineering research that advances industrial, energy, and environmental applications.

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Featured Publications

Zeinali-Moghaddam, H., Roudini, G., & Khosravi, H. (2024). Influence of nanodiamond on compressive and dry-sliding wear behaviors of Al₂O₃–Al interpenetrating-phase composites. Diamond and Related Materials, 149, 111627.

Aghapour, J., Roudini, G., & Khosravi, M. (2024). Mechanical behavior of Al/Al₂O₃p–SiCp hybrid composite fabricated by hot pressing method. Materials Letters, 11(15), 137215.

Hashemi Shahri, S., & Roudini, G. (2023). Mechanical behavior of magnesium–steel particles composites with interpenetrating phases. Journal of Particle Science and Technology, 9(1), 29–34.

Khandan Barani, A., Roudini, G., Barahuie, F., & Masuri, S. U. B. (2023). Design of hydrophobic polyurethane–magnetite iron oxide–titanium dioxide nanocomposites for oil–water separation. Heliyon, 9(5), e15580.

Musavi, S. M., Roudini, G., Barahuie, F., & Masuri, S. U. B. (2021). Thermal energy storage property and temperature control performance of phase change materials eutectic mixture nanocomposite. Micro and Nanosystems, 14(3), 272–280.

Haijie Ben | Design of Materials and Components | Best Researcher Award

Published on 14/11/202514/11/2025 by Composite Awards

Haijie Ben | Design of Materials and Components | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof. Dr. Haijie Ben at Quzhou University | China

Dr. Haijie Ben, Ph.D., is an accomplished researcher and Associate Professor at the College of Chemical and Material Engineering, Quzhou University, specializing in advanced materials science with a focus on organic photoelectric materials, photocatalytic systems, and innovative functional materials for environmental and industrial applications. He earned his Bachelor’s degree with honors in Materials Science from Huaibei Normal University in 2012 and completed his Ph.D. in Materials Science at Tianjin University in 2017 under the supervision of Prof. Shichun Jiang, where he conducted pioneering research on the design, characterization, and performance of organic photoelectric materials. Following his doctoral studies, Dr. Ben served as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Materials Science at Huazhong Normal University from 2018 to 2021, working with Prof. Lizhi Zhang on high-efficiency photocatalytic materials for environmental purification. His academic career at Quzhou University began in 2021 as a Lecturer, and through his strong research output and leadership, he was promoted to Associate Professor in 2024. Dr. Ben has secured several competitive research grants as Principal Investigator, including funding from the Zhejiang Provincial Natural Science Foundation for the development of squaraine-linked zwitterionic covalent organic frameworks with enhanced photocatalytic activities, and multiple major projects from the Quzhou Science and Technology Bureau involving advanced wastewater treatment technologies, graphene-modified thermosetting polyesters, and specialized injection molding processes. His research also extends to iron–carbon composite materials and mechanistic studies of NO photooxidation by surface-peroxided BiOX. Dr. Ben has contributed significant publications to reputable international journals, including recent work on fiber-supported lithium adsorbents for selective lithium extraction and a comprehensive review on sewage sludge-derived iron–carbon composites for environmental remediation. With an expanding portfolio of interdisciplinary research, Dr. Ben continues to advance sustainable material innovation, environmental catalysis, and industrial polymer processing technologies.

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Featured Publications

Hu, H., Li, H., Zheng, R., Ben, H., Bai, P., Liang, Z., & Chen, W. (2025). Fiber-supported lithium adsorbent with engineered interlayers for enhanced lithium adsorption and selectivity from high Mg/Li ratio salt lakes. Separation and Purification Technology.

Ben, H., Yan, G., Li, M., Zou, P., Ji, H., Wang, H., Hu, Z., Yang, Z., & Feng, Y., et al. (2022). Dynamic disulfide bonds contained covalent organic framework modified separator as efficient inhibit polysulfide shuttling in Li–S batteries. ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering.

Zhang, H., Li, L., Chen, N., Ben, H., Zhan, G., Sun, H., Li, Q., Sun, J., & Zhang, L. (2022). Hydroxylamine enables rapid heterogeneous–homogeneous coupled Fenton sulfamethazine degradation on ferric phosphate. Applied Catalysis B: Environmental.

Hu, Z., Yan, G., Zhao, J., Zhang, X., Feng, Y., Qu, X., Ben, H., & Shi, J. (2022). Covalent organic framework wrapped by graphene oxide as an efficient sulfur host for high performance lithium–sulfur batteries. Nanotechnology.

Ling, C., Liu, X., Li, H., Wang, X., Gu, H., Wei, K., Li, M., Shi, Y., Ben, H., & Zhan, G., et al. (2022). Atomic-layered Cu₅ nanoclusters on FeS₂ with dual catalytic sites for efficient and selective H₂O₂ activation. Angewandte Chemie International Edition.

Chenxu Liu | Adhesion Control | Best Researcher Award

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Chenxu Liu | Adhesion Control | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Chenxu Liu at University of Alberta | Canada

Dr. Chenxu Liu is a multidisciplinary researcher specializing in surface and interfacial science, tribology, soft robotics, and intelligent friction/adhesion control, currently serving as a Postdoctoral Fellow in Surface/Interface Science at the University of Alberta, Canada. He earned his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Tsinghua University, following an M.Sc. in Materials Science and Technology from the University of Science and Technology Beijing and a B.Sc. in Material Chemistry from Beijing Jiaotong University. Dr. Liu’s research integrates mechanics, materials science, chemistry, and engineering to uncover fundamental contact phenomena and develop next-generation interfaces for robotics, sensors, coatings, and smart material systems. His pioneering discoveries in contact interface design for soft robotics include the wet-to-dry hydrogel transition enabling ultra-high friction and adhesion, fingerprint-inspired hydrogel microstructures for enhanced tactile sensing, electric-field-controlled friction modulation in ionic gels, and the identification of transient ultra-low-friction states during lubricant evaporation. In multiphysics interfacial science, he developed AFM-based nano-mechanical systems, quantified velocity- and temperature-dependent graphite adhesion, clarified electric-field-mediated adsorption behavior, and formulated a chemical-potential-driven framework for friction-induced electrochemical reactions, enabling localized surface oxidation for advanced materials engineering. His work in surface modification and coatings includes reusable hydrogel optical coatings and cathodic plasma electrolysis for efficient deposition on complex geometries. Dr. Liu has published widely in high-impact journals such as Advanced Science, Nano Letters, ACS Nano, Applied Physics Letters, Friction, and Surface & Coatings Technology, with several cover-featured articles. His research has accumulated 428 citations across 317 documents, with 47 publications and an h-index of 12, reflecting his growing influence in tribology, materials science, and intelligent interface engineering.

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Featured Publications

Liu, C., Song, Y., Gong, Y., Shi, Z., & Meng, Y. (2025). In-situ formation of Cu film on worn metal surfaces via friction-enhanced evaporation deposition for advanced remanufacturing. Surfaces and Interfaces.

Pu, K., Liu, C., Yu, X., Su, X., Li, S., Xiang, D., Meng, Y., & Tian, Y. (2025). Electric field regulation of boundary lubrication in aqueous solutions of compounded surfactants. Langmuir.

Liu, C., Vijayan, G., Uzhansky, M., & Koren, E. (2025). Velocity and temperature dependent adhesion and friction in mesoscale graphite contacts. Applied Physics Letters.

Liu, C., Shao, J., Zhang, J., Wong, J. S. S., Meng, Y., Zeng, H., & Tian, Y. (2025). The last dance of lubrication: Capturing ultralow friction before full evaporation. Nano Letters.

Liu, C., Sun, T., Chen, W., Zhang, H., Huang, P., Yang, L., Yao, Y., Peng, Q., Hu, Y., Meng, Y., et al. (2025). Ultra-high friction and adhesion in hydrogel layer driven by wet-to-dry transition dynamics. Advanced Science.

Jingqi Chen | Processing and Manufacturing | Best Researcher Award

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Jingqi Chen | Processing and Manufacturing | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Jingqi Chen at yanshan University | China

Jingqi Chen is a dedicated materials scientist and lecturer at the School of Mechanical Engineering, Yanshan University, whose research focuses on materials processing, advanced metallic materials, and their applications in next-generation energy systems. He earned his Ph.D. (2021) and M.S. (2017) in Materials Processing Engineering from Northeastern University, following a B.E. in Metallurgical Engineering (2015) from Anhui University of Technology. Since joining Yanshan University in 2021, Dr. Chen has led and contributed to several influential research projects, including serving as the Principal Investigator for a National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) Young Scientists Fund project investigating micron-scale steel preparation for new-energy vehicle power batteries. His expertise extends to high-end steel manufacturing, surface engineering, and advanced electrode materials, supported by major industry- and government-funded initiatives such as the HBIS Group “Unveiling and Commanding” Science and Technology Project and the Hebei Provincial Innovation Consortium Special Project. Dr. Chen has established a strong publication record, producing impactful research on copper foil deformation behavior, graphene-modified aluminum foils, high-performance Fe-Si alloy thin sheets, and advanced graphene-wrapped nanocomposites for lithium-ion battery electrodes. His papers appear in leading journals such as Journal of Alloys and Compounds, Applied Surface Science, Journal of Materials Science & Technology, and Transactions of Nonferrous Metals Society of China. With 26 publications, 406 citations across 375 documents, and an h-index of 11, he has earned recognition for advancing the understanding of micro-rolling mechanics, corrosion-resistant current collectors, and structural optimization of battery materials. Dr. Chen’s work continues to bridge fundamental materials science with industrial application, contributing to the development of safer, more efficient energy storage technologies and high-performance metallic materials for modern manufacturing.

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Featured Publications

Chen, J., Yang, S., Zhao, W., Bai, Z., Li, X., Zhang, H., Niu, Z., Bai, F., Guo, C., & Yu, H. (2025).
Etching behavior and grain boundary engineering of asynchronous rolled electrodeposited copper foil. Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 1037, 182597.

Chen, J., Zheng, L., Zhao, W., Bai, Z., Li, X., Lu, R., Chen, S., Liu, X., Gao, H., & Yu, H. (2025).
Edge cracking behavior of copper foil in asynchronous micro-rolling. Transactions of Nonferrous Metals Society of China, 35(5), 1634–1647.

Chen, J., Bai, Z., Li, X., Wang, Q., Du, J., Lu, R., & Liu, X. (2022).
Reduced graphene oxide–modified aluminum foils as highly conductive and corrosion-resistant cathode current collectors for Li-ion batteries. Applied Surface Science, 606, 155002.

Chen, J., Hu, X., Gao, H., Yan, S., Chen, S., & Liu, X. (2021).
Graphene-wrapped MnCO₃/Mn₃O₄ nanocomposite as an advanced anode material for lithium-ion batteries: Synergistic effect and electrochemical performances. Journal of Materials Science & Technology, 99, 9–17.

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