Wei Tao Huang | Metal Nanocomposites | Editorial Board Member

Published on 11/12/202511/12/2025 by Composite Awards

Wei Tao Huang | Metal Nanocomposites | Editorial Board Member

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wei Tao Huang at hunan normal universiy | China

Wei Tao Huang is a highly accomplished researcher in biosensing, molecular logic, DNA computing, nanomaterials, and biointerface engineering, with impactful contributions spanning analytical chemistry, biomedical engineering, and molecular information processing. His work is widely recognized, with more than 1,600 citations, an h-index of 23, and influential publications across high-impact journals such as Chemical Communications, Theranostics, Analytical Chemistry, and Biosensors & Bioelectronics. Huang’s research focuses on designing innovative fluorescent and electrochemical sensing platforms leveraging graphene oxide, DNA structures, aptamers, and nanocomposites for highly sensitive detection of metal ions, biomolecules, and environmental contaminants. He has pioneered several dual-output DNA logic gates, reversible fluorescent nanoswitches, and molecular computation systems, advancing intelligent biosensing and information encryption at the molecular scale. His contributions also extend to biomedical applications, including engineering E. coli Nissle 1917 minicells for targeted chemotherapy delivery and developing biosensing methods for imaging hypoxia in inflammatory diseases. Huang’s interdisciplinary work combines chemistry, nanotechnology, synthetic biology, and materials science to enable next-generation sensing strategies, molecular logic circuits, and functional biointerfaces. His research continues to drive forward innovations in smart biosensing systems, pathogen detection, environmental monitoring, and molecular information storage.

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Featured Publications

Xie, W. Y., Huang, W. T., Li, N. B., & Luo, H. Q. (2012). Design of a dual-output fluorescent DNA logic gate and detection of silver ions and cysteine based on graphene oxide. Chemical Communications, 48(1), 82–84.

Shi, Y., Huang, W. T., Luo, H. Q., & Li, N. B. (2011). A label-free DNA reduced graphene oxide-based fluorescent sensor for highly sensitive and selective detection of hemin. Chemical Communications, 47(16), 4676–4678.

Zhang, Y., Ji, W., He, L., Chen, Y., Ding, X., Sun, Y., Hu, S., Yang, H., & Huang, W. (2018). E. coli Nissle 1917-derived minicells for targeted delivery of chemotherapeutic drug to hypoxic regions for cancer therapy. Theranostics, 8(6), 1690.

Huang, W. T., Shi, Y., Xie, W. Y., Luo, H. Q., & Li, N. B. (2011). A reversible fluorescence nanoswitch based on bifunctional reduced graphene oxide: Use for detection of Hg²⁺ and molecular logic gate operation. Chemical Communications, 47(27), 7800–7802.

Lu, J. Y., Bu, Z. Q., Lei, Y. Q., Wang, D., He, B., Wang, J., & Huang, W. T. (2024). Facile microwave-assisted synthesis of Sb₂O₃–CuO nanocomposites for catalytic degradation of p-nitrophenol. Journal of Molecular Liquids, 409, 125503.

Saravanakumar | Properties and Performance | Editorial Board Meamber

Published on 11/12/202511/12/2025 by Composite Awards

Saravanakumar | Properties and Performance | Editorial Board Meamber

Dr. Saravanakumar at Sri Krishna College of Engineering and Technology | India

P. Saravanakumar is an accomplished civil engineering researcher whose work has significantly advanced sustainable construction materials, recycled aggregate technology, and concrete durability. With a strong publication record and over 900 citations, his research spans treated recycled aggregates, high-volume fly ash (HVFA) concrete, slag-based mixes, geopolymer systems, structural behavior, and smart-sensing cement composites. His highly cited studies, including Properties of Treated Recycled Aggregates and Its Influence on Concrete Strength Characteristics and Effect of Admixed Recycled Aggregate Concrete on Properties of Fresh and Hardened Concrete, have shaped current understanding of performance-enhanced recycled aggregate concrete and its role in sustainable infrastructure. His contributions extend to durability assessment, microstructural enhancement, and treatment techniques for improving recycled aggregate quality, with notable works on mechanical behavior, slag integration, shear cracking in reinforced concrete beams, and hybrid fiber systems. More recent publications reflect his evolving interest in innovative materials, such as carbon-black-based self-sensing composites for structural health monitoring, and the application of recycled materials within circular-economy frameworks, including smart waste management. He has also explored environmental engineering domains such as wastewater treatment using fly ash adsorbents and indoor air quality in Indian buildings. Collaborating widely with leading experts, he has established a multidisciplinary research footprint that bridges sustainability, structural performance, and modern material science. Through consistent scholarly output and a strong commitment to environmentally responsible construction, Saravanakumar continues to contribute impactful insights supporting the future of sustainable civil engineering.

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Featured Publications

Saravanakumar, P., Abhiram, K., & Manoj, B. (2016). Properties of treated recycled aggregates and its influence on concrete strength characteristics. Construction and Building Materials, 111, 611–617.

Kumar, P. S., & Dhinakaran, G. (2012). Effect of admixed recycled aggregate concrete on properties of fresh and hardened concrete. Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering, 24(4), 494–498.

Saravanakumar, P., & Dhinakaran, G. (2013). Strength characteristics of high-volume fly ash–based recycled aggregate concrete. Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering, 25(8), 1127–1133.

Saravanakumar, P., & Dhinakaran, G. (2014). Durability aspects of HVFA-based recycled aggregate concrete. Magazine of Concrete Research, 66(4), 186–195.

Sivamani, J., Renganathan, N. T., & Palaniraj, S. (2021). Enhancing the quality of recycled coarse aggregates by different treatment techniques—A review. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 28(43), 60346–60365.

Tao Wang | Properties and Performance | Research Excellence Award

Published on 09/12/202509/12/2025 by Composite Awards

Tao Wang | Properties and Performance | Research Excellence Award

Mr. Tao Wang at University of Science and Technology of China | China

Tao Wang is a dedicated postdoctoral researcher at the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC), specializing in precision machinery, biomimetic dry adhesives, and intelligent material systems for advanced engineering applications. He earned both his Bachelor of Engineering and Ph.D. in Precision Machinery and Precision Instrument from USTC, ranking among the top students and receiving numerous prestigious honors, including the National Scholarship (2022), multiple First-Class Scholarships, the “Cun Cao Xin” Special Scholarship, and Outstanding Graduate awards at both the provincial and university levels. His research focuses on high-performance, rapidly switchable adhesive systems inspired by biological mechanisms, with impactful contributions to space debris removal and sensation-free adhesion across varied surfaces. Notably, he developed magnetically triggered core-shell intelligent adhesives that overcome challenges such as the adhesion paradox and interface stress regulation, enabling millisecond-level switching, enhanced surface adaptability, and reliable repeatability. He has also advanced layered composite adhesives integrating CNT arrays and retractable micro-claw structures for robust multifunctional adhesion. Tao Wang has published 10 scientific documents, accumulating 28 citations from 24 citing documents, and holds an h-index of 3, reflecting the growing influence of his work. His publications include articles in leading journals such as Chemical Engineering Journal, Smart Materials and Structures, Composites Part A, and ChemistrySelect, alongside multiple patents on precision measurement devices and smart adhesive systems. In addition to research, he has excelled as a teaching assistant—earning the Outstanding Teaching Assistant award—and has demonstrated strong leadership through class roles, volunteer initiatives, and science outreach programs. With expertise in CAD modeling, finite-element simulation, micro-fabrication, advanced surface characterization, and additive manufacturing, Tao Wang continues to push the boundaries of intelligent adhesive technologies with promising applications in aerospace, robotics, and next-generation engineering systems.

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Featured Publications

Wang, T., Zhang, P., et al. (2022). Rapidly switchable double-layered adhesive modified by magnetic field. Chemical Engineering Journal, 438, 135441.

Wang, T., Gu, P., Gao, T., et al. (2024). Ladybug-inspired hierarchical composite adhesives for enhanced surface adaptability. Smart Materials and Structures.

Yang, X. C., Zhong, H. M., Zhang, P., Wang, T., & Zhao, Y. (2021). Ladybug-inspired double-layered adhesive with enhanced robustness to surface roughness. ChemistrySelect, 6(4), 640–646.

Li, H., Wang, T., Chen, Z. J., et al. (2024). Regulation of interface stress distribution to enhance the adhesion strength of dry adhesive materials. Journal of Functional Polymers.

Gao, T., Wang, G., Wang, T., et al. (2025). Impact of elastic instabilities on friction induced by capillary adhesion. Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing, 199, 109149.

Ghazanfar Mehboob | Material Science | Excellence in Design Award

Published on 09/12/202509/12/2025 by Composite Awards

Ghazanfar Mehboob | Material Science | Excellence in Design Award

Dr. Ghazanfar Mehboob at Guangzhou University | China

Dr. Ghazanfar Mehboob (Ph.D.) is a highly accomplished materials scientist specializing in thermal barrier coatings (TBCs), environmental barrier coatings (EBCs), plasma spraying, computational coating design, and advanced functional materials. He is currently a Postdoctoral Researcher at Guangzhou University, China, where he focuses on unraveling failure mechanisms in TBCs and developing optimized structural morphologies to extend coating lifespan through integrated experimental and numerical simulations. Dr. Mehboob completed his Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering at Xi’an Jiaotong University (2023), where he conducted pioneering research on strain-tolerant coating architectures, crack propagation behavior, multilayer thermal barrier systems, and substrate–coating interactions. His expertise spans Abaqus, FEM, VCCT, residual stress modeling, nanoparticle synthesis, thin films, multiferroics, solar cells, and advanced nanomaterials. He has produced a strong research output with 16 international publications, including 7 as first and corresponding author, and has accumulated 295 citations, reported across 282 citing documents, with an h-index of 8. His impactful contributions include advancements in WC-CoCr adhesion behavior, double-layer TBC design optimization, coating failure analysis, and temperature-dependent magnetic properties of spinel nanoparticles. Dr. Mehboob has been awarded the prestigious Guangzhou University Start-Up Research Fund (2025) for exploring new materials and long-lifespan coating strategies. Alongside his research achievements, he has served as a Lecturer and held leadership roles such as President of the Career Counseling Society, demonstrating strong academic, organizational, and mentoring capabilities. His work continues to advance high-performance coating technologies and functional materials for extreme-environment and energy-related engineering applications.

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Featured Publications

1. Mehboob, G., Liu, M. J., Xu, T., Hussain, S., Mehboob, G., & Tahir, A. (2020). A review on failure mechanism of thermal barrier coatings and strategies to extend their lifetime. Ceramics International, 46(7), 8497–8521.

2. Ragab, M., Liu, H., Ahmed, M. M. Z., Yang, G. J., Lou, Z. J., & Mehboob, G. (2021). Microstructure evolution during friction stir welding of 1Cr11Ni2W2MoV martensitic stainless steel at different tool rotation rates. Materials Characterization, 182, 111561.

3. Hussain, S., Iqbal, M., Khan, A. A., Khan, M. N., Mehboob, G., Ajmal, S., Ashfaq, J. M., … (2021). Fabrication of nanostructured cadmium selenide thin films for optoelectronics applications. Frontiers in Chemistry, 9, 661723.

4. Mustafa, G., Mehboob, G., Khisro, S. N., Javed, M., Chen, X., Ahmed, M. S., … (2021). Facile synthesis and electrochemical studies of Mn₂O₃/graphene composite as an electrode material for supercapacitor application. Frontiers in Chemistry, 9, 717074.

5. Ragab, M., Liu, H., Abdel-Aleem, H. A., Seleman, M. M. E. S., Ahmed, M. M. Z., … Mehboob, G. (2024). Numerical and experimental study of underwater friction stir welding of 1Cr11Ni2W2MoV heat-resistant stainless steel. Journal of Materials Research and Technology, 29, 130–148.

Cui Xinjie | Properties and Performance | Research Excellence Award

Published on 08/12/202508/12/2025 by Composite Awards

Cui Xinjie | Properties and Performance | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Cui Xinjie at Northeast Forestry University | China

Dr. Cui Xinjie is a researcher and educator specializing in wood science, with a strong academic background and extensive hands-on experience in wood anatomy, wood identification, wood modification, and archaeological wood preservation. She received her Ph.D. in Wood Science from Kyushu University, Japan, where her doctoral work focused on the natural weathering behavior and weatherproof treatment strategies for Cunninghamia lanceolata, producing influential SCI-indexed publications in Forests. She previously earned her M.Sc. in Wood Science and Technology from Southwest Forestry University, where she conducted pioneering research on species identification and decay classification of wooden remains from the Haimenkou archaeological site. Notably, the four-level decay grading standard she developed has been widely adopted by scholars working on archaeological wood. Dr. Cui has demonstrated exceptional technical proficiency in wood anatomy, completing the identification of 96 wood samples during her master’s studies and preparing over 3,000 permanent microscopic sections for archaeological research, facilitating high-quality analyses of ancient wooden artifacts. Since joining Beihua University, she has served as Secretary for Discipline and Scientific Research and currently leads the Wood Science and Engineering Program while supervising graduate students. She teaches core courses such as Wood Science, Scientific Paper Writing, and Wood Physics and Chemistry, contributing significantly to curriculum development and pedagogical innovation. Her academic contributions also include co-authoring chapters in a major volume on conservation technologies for wooden cultural relics from the Haimenkou site and presenting her research at international and national conferences in China, Japan, and beyond. Dr. Cui has led multiple teaching reform projects at Beihua University and has been recognized with honors such as the National Scholarship and Outstanding Thesis Awards. Her work bridges fundamental wood science, material behavior, and cultural heritage preservation, positioning her as a rising expert committed to advancing sustainable wood research and education.

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Featured Publications

Cui, X. J., & Matsumura, J. (2020). Weathering behaviour of Cunninghamia lanceolata (Lamb.) Hook. under natural conditions. Forests, 11(12), 1236.

Cui, X. J., & Matsumura, J. (2019). Wood surface changes of heat-treated Cunninghamia lanceolata following natural weathering. Forests, 10(9), 791.

Cui, X., Qiu, J., & Gao, J. (2016). Using fluorescence polarizing techniques to determine decay grades and reinforcement degrees of ancient wood. Cultural Relics Conservation and Archaeological Science, 28(4).

Cui, X., Qiu, J., & Yang, Y. (2015). Comparative anatomical analysis of Phoebe zhennan and P. puwenensis wood. Journal of Southwest Forestry University, 35(3).

Cui, X. (2023). Research and application of key technologies for the conservation of wooden cultural relics from the Haimenkou site (Chapters 2–3). In Qiu, J. (Ed.), Key Technologies for Wooden Cultural Relics Conservation.

Francesco Inchingolo | Composite Materials | Research Excellence Award

Published on 02/12/202502/12/2025 by Composite Awards

Francesco Inchingolo | Composite Materials | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Dr. Francesco Inchingolo at University of Bari Aldo Moro | Italy

Professor Francesco Inchingolo is a distinguished clinician-scientist whose extensive career spans over four decades in the fields of Odontostomatology, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Orthognathodontics, Experimental Medicine, and Oral Implantology. His research journey began with a long-term research fellowship at the National Research Council (CNR), where he specialized in cytomorphological techniques, laying the foundation for his lifelong dedication to scientific investigation, academic excellence, and clinical innovation. As a Full Professor at the University of Bari “Aldo Moro”, he has contributed significantly to the advancement of dental and maxillofacial sciences through intensive research, high-level teaching, and continuous clinical service within the National Health System. His scholarly output reflects major contributions in orthodontic biomechanics, oral surgery, implantology, maxillofacial reconstruction, preventive dentistry, and advanced surgical anatomy, supported by extensive cadaveric dissection training at internationally recognized institutions such as Paris Descartes University. Professor Inchingolo has led and participated in numerous national and international research projects focused on improving diagnostic protocols, refining surgical techniques, enhancing patient outcomes, and integrating innovative biomedical technologies into clinical practice. His work bridges laboratory research and clinical application, emphasizing translational approaches in tissue response, biomaterials, surgical planning, and interdisciplinary treatment strategies. As Director of the School of Specialization in Orthognathodontics (2019–2025) and subsequently Director of the School of Specialization in Oral Surgery (from 2025), he has played a pivotal role in shaping advanced postgraduate training and fostering new generations of clinicians and researchers. His multidisciplinary expertise—supported by four specializations, multiple advanced certifications, international collaborations, and a rich publication record indexed in SCOPUS and ORCID—positions him as a leading authority dedicated to scientific progress, patient care excellence, and continuous professional development in dental and maxillofacial medicine.

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Featured Publications

1. Inchingolo, F., et al. (2025). Eighty-four-month clinical outcomes of autologous dentin graft using Tooth Transformer® and concentrated growth factors in maxillary atrophy: A retrospective study of 31 patients. Journal of Functional Biomaterials.

2. Inchingolo, F., et al. (2024). Evaluating the success rates and effectiveness of surgical and orthodontic interventions for impacted canines: A systematic review of surgical and orthodontic interventions and a case series.

3. Inchingolo, F., et al. (2024). Paediatric dental trauma: Insights from epidemiological studies and management recommendations.

4. Inchingolo, F., et al. (2024). Imaging techniques for evaluating temporomandibular joint involvement in juvenile idiopathic arthritis: A systematic review.

5. Inchingolo, F., et al. (2024). Accuracy of the surgical template used in the placement of implants and orthodontic miniscrews.

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.

Vassilis Kostopoulos | Polymer Matrix Composites | Best Researcher Award

Published on 17/10/202517/10/2025 by Composite Awards

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.

Dandan Sun | Properties and Performance | Best Researcher Award

Published on 04/10/202504/10/2025 by Composite Awards

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.

Maria Richetta | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Published on 29/07/202501/08/2025 by Composite Awards

Maria Richetta | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof. Dr. Maria Richetta at Università degli Studi di Roma Tor Vergata | Italy

Professor Maria Richetta is an Associate Professor of Technical Drawing and Design at the Department of Industrial Engineering, University of Rome “Tor Vergata”, Italy. With a strong foundation in physics and materials science, she plays a key role in interdisciplinary research involving biomedical applications, additive manufacturing, and computational design. She coordinates international academic collaborations and teaches advanced courses in engineering and applied sciences. She is a member of the PhD Program Committee and part of the LIME international research lab. Professor Richetta is highly respected for her contributions to education, research, and the development of cutting-edge medical technologies.

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Education

Dr. Maria Richetta holds a Master of Science in Physics (cum laude) from the University of Rome “La Sapienza.” She earned her Ph.D. in Thermophysical Properties of Materials from the University of L’Aquila, where she specialized in the thermal and physical characterization of materials.

Experience

Professor Maria Richetta is currently serving as an Associate Professor in Technical Drawing and Design at the Department of Industrial Engineering, University of Rome “Tor Vergata.” She is an active member of the Ph.D. Program Committee in Industrial Engineering and serves as the Academic Coordinator for the Master’s program in “Chemistry for Nanoengineering,” a collaborative initiative among institutions in Italy, France, and Poland. She is also a member of LIME (International Laboratory of Ionomer Materials for Energy). In the past, she has lectured on a range of subjects including General Physics, Laser Applications in Medicine, Photovoltaic Physics, Statistical Data Analysis, Fusion Energy, and Additive Manufacturing.

Professional Development

Professor Richetta has developed a robust academic profile through continuous professional growth in interdisciplinary research and teaching. She has expanded her impact by participating in and leading international academic programs, fostering global collaborations across Europe, the USA, Australia, and Brazil. Her professional development includes expertise in additive manufacturing, biomedical materials, CAD-FEA simulations, and experimental mechanics. Richetta’s ongoing engagement with innovative teaching and research projects has helped train a new generation of engineers and scientists. Her commitment to evolving educational methodologies and advanced research places her at the forefront of technical and biomedical engineering innovation

Research Interests

Professor Richetta’s research lies at the intersection of biomedical engineering, materials science, and advanced manufacturing. Her work focuses on micro- and nano-structured composites for medical implants, particularly using Layered Double Hydroxides (LDHs) for corrosion-resistant coatings. She also explores additive manufacturing to develop biomimetic implants, hybrid solid-lattice structures, and dental or orthopedic devices. Richetta integrates CAD and Finite Element Analysis tools for structural analysis and conducts mechanical and surface testing of biological materials and 3D-printed components. Her interdisciplinary approach enables the design of customized, biocompatible, and efficient medical solutions, addressing real-world healthcare challenges with cutting-edge technologies.

Awards and Recognitions

While specific award titles are not mentioned, Professor Maria Richetta has earned significant recognition for her academic leadership, particularly as the coordinator of the international Master’s in “Chemistry for Nanoengineering.” She is a founding member of the LIME Laboratory, an international collaboration with institutions such as Aix-Marseille University and CNRS. Her distinguished teaching record across physics and engineering programs demonstrates long-standing educational excellence. Additionally, her contributions to the development of biomedical devices and additive manufacturing solutions have positioned her as a respected figure in European interdisciplinary research and higher education.

Top Noted Publications

Title: Alloys for Aeronautic Applications: State of the Art and Perspectives
Year: 2019
Cited By: 217
Title: Continuous Dynamic Recrystallization (CDRX) Model for Aluminum Alloys
Year: 2018
Cited By: 79
Title: Generation of High Pressure Shocks Relevant to the Shock-Ignition Intensity Regime
Year: 2014
Cited By: 74
Title: Morphology of Zn/Al Layered Double Hydroxide Nanosheets Grown onto Aluminum Thin Films
Year: 2014
Cited By: 73
Title: A Further Analysis on Ti6Al4V Lattice Structures Manufactured by Selective Laser Melting
Year: 2019
Cited By: 65
Title: Magnetically Guided Fast Electrons in Cylindrically Compressed Matter
Year: 2011
Cited By: 59