Mr. Zerui Li – Materials Science – Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Zerui Li – Materials Science – Best Researcher Award

Southern University of Science and Technology, China

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🎓 Education

Mr. Zerui Li is currently pursuing a Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Materials Science and Engineering at the Southern University of Science and Technology, China, since September 2023. He previously completed his Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in the same field and institution, graduating in June 2023. His consistent academic track in materials science reflects a deep-rooted interest and dedication to this field of study.

🏅 Honors and Awards

During his undergraduate studies, Mr. Li showcased his practical expertise by winning the Second Prize at the 3rd Metallographic Skills Competition in May 2022. This award, granted by the Southern University of Science and Technology, recognized his meticulous technique and proficiency in metallographic analysis, a key component in the field of materials characterization.

👨‍🏫 Teaching Experiences

Mr. Li has contributed significantly to academic instruction. From February 2024 to June 2024, he served as a Teaching Assistant for the course Powder Metallurgy and Additive Manufacturing, where he supported lab sessions and helped students understand key production techniques in modern manufacturing. Prior to that, between June 2023 and December 2023, he worked as a Tutor, conducting review sessions for the course Fundamentals of Materials Science and Engineering, assisting students in grasping core principles and theories.

🛠️ Technical Skills on Materials Science

Mr. Li is well-versed in both software tools and hardware instrumentation critical to materials research and engineering. His software skills include Origin, MATLAB, OIM Analysis, Java, Solidworks, and CAD, which aid in data visualization, simulations, and design. On the hardware side, he has hands-on experience with sophisticated equipment such as the Powder Bed Fusion 3D Printer, Optical Microscope, Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM), Differential Thermal Analyzer, X-ray Diffractometer, GPPD, and Nanoindenter. These competencies make him adept at performing advanced characterization and analysis of materials.

Notable Publications📄

📝Additively Manufactured Biomedical Ti-15Mo Alloy with Triply Periodical Minimal Surfaces and Functional Surface Modification

Authors: Zerui Li, Jingyuan Xu, Jincheng Tang, Zhuo Sang, Ming Yan

Journal: Metals

Year: 2025

 

Dr. Ting Li – microbiome – Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Ting Li – microbiome – Best Researcher Award

University of Rochester Medical center, United States

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🎓 Academic Background

Dr. Ting Li holds a strong academic foundation in Medical Laboratory Diagnostics, having earned her Doctorate from Chongqing Medical University between September 2018 and June 2021. Prior to this, she completed her Master’s degree in the same field from the same institution (2015–2018). Her academic journey began at Taishan Medical University, where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science from 2009 to 2014. This progressive and dedicated academic path has laid a solid groundwork for her expertise in medical diagnostics and research.

🏫 School Activities and Achievements

Throughout her academic years, Dr. Li was actively engaged in various student leadership roles and academic contests. While at Taishan Medical University, she served as the Deputy Head of the College Students’ Journalist Group under the Student Union, won the Third Prize in a Medical Laboratory Skills Contest, and received both the National Encouragement Scholarship and the First Prize Scholarship of the College. During her time as a Master’s student at Chongqing Medical University, she led as the Head of the Propaganda Department of the Student Union. Her excellence was recognized through the National Scholarship (Top Award) and the Second-Class DIAN Scholarship, and she successfully published a CSCD-indexed research paper. As a Ph.D. candidate, Dr. Li continued her academic excellence, securing the First-Class DIAN Scholarship, the honor of Merit Student, and the Excellent Graduation Thesis Award. Most notably, she published an SCI-indexed paper in the British Journal of Cancer, marking a significant milestone in her research career.

🧪 Professional Experience

Dr. Li began her professional journey as a Postdoctoral Faculty Member at Chongqing Medical University from July 2021 to October 2023, where she was actively involved in advanced research and teaching. In October 2023, she embarked on a new international academic endeavor as a Visiting Scholar at the University of Rochester, broadening her research exposure and global collaboration.

🧠 Skills and Certifications

Dr. Li is equipped with several essential professional skills and certifications. She has successfully passed the College English Test Band 4 and 6, demonstrating strong English proficiency. Her professional qualifications include both the Primary and Middle Clinical Laboratory Technologist Qualification Certificates, affirming her technical capabilities in clinical diagnostics.

🔬 Research Projects and Grants

Dr. Li has been actively involved in multiple high-impact research initiatives. She received support from several prestigious funding bodies, including the Postdoctoral Research Start-up Fund, the Pre-research Project of the College of Laboratory Medicine at Chongqing Medical University, and the 71st Batch of the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation. Her work has also been recognized through the Scientific Cultivation Project of her college, the Chongqing Postdoctoral Science Foundation, and a significant grant from the National Natural Science Foundation of China. These projects reflect her growing influence and contribution to the field of medical diagnostics and cancer research.

Dr. Edison Bonifaz – Materials Science – Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Edison Bonifaz – Materials Science – Best Researcher Award

Utrgv, United States

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🎓 Academic Qualifications

Dr. Edison Bonifaz holds a rich and diverse academic background in materials science and engineering mechanics. He earned his Ph.D. in Materials Engineering from the Universidad de Navarra, Spain (08/1998 – 12/2000), graduating Sobresaliente Cum Laude. His doctoral research was centered on the finite element modeling of polycrystalline dual-phase microstructures. In 1996, he completed a Training Diploma in Materials Science from the Universidad General San Martin, Argentina, with a GPA of 3.7/4, working on the finite element analysis of heat flow in single pass arc welds. He also holds a Master of Science in Metallurgy from the University of Illinois at Chicago, USA (1990–1992) with a GPA of 3.6/4, where his thesis focused on transient nonlinear heat transfer in welded structures. Additionally, Dr. Bonifaz has pursued technical and international training, including a Metal Forming Course at Universidad Patricio Lumumba, Moscow (1988), and a Construction Technology Training Course at the Construction Technology Institute of Korea, Seoul (1986). His academic journey began with a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanics from the Escuela Superior Politécnica de Chimborazo, Ecuador (1979–1986), where he worked on the finite element modeling of trusses and frames.

👨‍🏫 Academic Appointments

Over the span of his distinguished academic career, Dr. Bonifaz has held numerous teaching and research positions at esteemed institutions. From January 2004 to January 2024, he served as a Professor in the Mechanical Engineering Department at the Universidad San Francisco de Quito, Ecuador, where he played a pivotal role in research, curriculum development, and mentoring students. His international research experience includes being a Post-Doctoral Fellow at the University of South Carolina, USA (2009–2010), and a Research Associate at the University of Manitoba, Canada (2006). As a Fulbright Visiting Professor in 2003, he contributed to collaborative research at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Earlier in his career, from 1986 to 2003, he served as an Associate Professor at the Escuela Superior Politécnica de Chimborazo, Ecuador, building a strong foundation for his academic legacy.

🏅 Honors and Awards

Dr. Bonifaz’s scholarly excellence has been widely recognized through a range of prestigious international fellowships and awards. He was named a Korean Government Scholar at the Korean Institute of Technology (1986) and a United Nations Scholar at Universidad Patricio Lumumba, Moscow (1988). He received the Fulbright-Laspau Scholarship for his M.S. studies at the University of Illinois at Chicago (1990–1992) and was awarded an Organization of American States Scholarship for his diploma training in Argentina (1996). He later earned the AECI-MUTIS Scholarship for his Ph.D. in Spain (1998–2000). His contributions as a Fulbright Visiting Scholar at UIC (2003), and as a Visiting Research Fellow at institutions like The Open University (UK, 2012), Trinity College Dublin (Ireland, 2013), Lehigh University (USA, 2016), and CEIT in San Sebastian, Spain (2018 and 2021), underscore his global academic influence. In 2022, he was selected as a JSPS Fellow at the National Institute for Materials Science in Japan.

🔬 Research Interests and Projects

Dr. Bonifaz’s research expertise lies in materials modeling, finite element simulations, and polycrystalline mechanics, particularly applied to welding processes and additive manufacturing technologies. He is actively leading or contributing to research proposals under review by premier institutions such as the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, and the National Science Foundation (NSF). These projects focus on multi-scale modeling in laser wire-feed and WAAM additive manufacturing, designing dense multi-material structures with DED, and developing asymptotic crack tip and failure prediction models in complex microstructures. Additional work includes research on friction stir welding and polycrystalline plasticity, aiming to understand and improve the reliability of advanced materials used in high-performance engineering applications.

🌍 International Collaborations

Throughout his career, Dr. Bonifaz has forged academic and research partnerships with universities and research centers across Europe, Asia, North America, and South America. His global engagements have provided opportunities to share his insights in materials engineering, mentor young scientists, and participate in cutting-edge experimental and computational research. These collaborations have greatly enriched his work and contributed to the advancement of global engineering knowledge.

🤝 Professional Memberships

Dr. Bonifaz is a dedicated member of various professional engineering societies and academic networks. He is affiliated with the Colegio de Ingenieros Mecánicos Región Centro (CIMERC) and is actively engaged with the Fulbright Program, AECI, MUTIS, and AMAROUT Program. These memberships reflect his enduring commitment to professional development, international cooperation, and the dissemination of knowledge within the fields of mechanics, materials science, and engineering education.

Notable Publications📝

📝The Cooling Rate and Residual Stresses in an AISI 310 Laser Weld: A Meso-Scale Approach​

  • Authors: Edison A. Bonifaz and Andrés S. Mena​

  • Journal: Crystals​

  • Year: 2022​

 

Dr. Dongdong Ge – Solid waste treatment and resource utilization – Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Dongdong Ge – Solid waste treatment and resource utilization – Best Researcher Award

Jiangsu University of Technology, China

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👨‍🏫 Academic and Professional Background

Dr. Dongdong Ge, currently an Associate Professor and Master’s Supervisor at Jiangsu University of Technology, earned his Ph.D. in 2020 from the School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shanghai Jiao Tong University. His research is primarily centered on environmental solid waste treatment and resource utilization. He has successfully led over 10 funded research projects, including those supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China, the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province, and the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation, along with enterprise-commissioned initiatives. Dr. Ge has published more than 30 SCI-indexed papers in internationally reputed journals such as Water Research, with three of them ranked among the Top 1% Highly Cited Papers in ESI, demonstrating the global impact of his work.

🔬 Research Areas 

Dr. Ge’s core research areas include solid waste treatment and resource utilization, with a notable focus on sludge dewatering technologies. He has pioneered a cutting-edge process using tannic acid conditioning to enhance sludge dewaterability. This innovative technique involves protein-targeted complexation precipitation, effectively removing extracellular proteins that impair dewatering performance. The method not only delivers rapid improvements but also contributes to long-term sludge management efficiency. Around this technology, Dr. Ge has published 7 SCI-indexed research papers, including one ESI Highly Cited Paper. This work was recognized as reaching an internationally advanced level and was honored with the First-Class Prize of the Shanghai Technology Invention Award in 2022.

🏅 Awards and Recognition

For his technological innovation in sludge treatment, Dr. Ge received the prestigious Shanghai Technology Invention Award (First-Class) in 2022. This accolade reflects both the academic excellence and practical application value of his research, solidifying his status as a leader in environmental engineering.

👨‍🔧 Professional Memberships

Dr. Ge is actively engaged in professional and academic communities at the national level. He is an Expert Member of the Water Environment Management Committee of the China Environmental Protection Federation, a Member of the Youth Expert Committee of the China Renewable Resources Industry Technology Innovation Strategy Alliance, and also serves on the Hazardous Waste Academic Committee under the Solid Waste and Ecological Materials Branch of the China Silicate Society. These affiliations demonstrate his leadership and influence in shaping future directions in environmental research and policy.

Notable Publications📝 

📝Complete solidification of landfill concentrated leachate using a minimal dosage of mayenite and its reutilization for carbonyl sulfide degradation

Authors: Zhou, Pin; Li, Xin; Ge, Dongdong; Zhu, Binglong; Huang, Shouqiang

Journal: Journal of Hazardous Materials

Year: 2025

📝Resourceful recovery of Friedel’s salt for efficiently removing fluoride ions from wastewater

Authors: Lin, Jiahong; Yue, Dongting; Ge, Dongdong; Xie, Pengfei; Huang, Shouqiang

Journal: Applied Surface Science

Year: 2025

📝Study on the chloride removal performance of porous anion exchange resin models constructed via 3D printing technology

Authors: Li, Xin; Cheng, Shi; Ge, Dongdong; Jiang, Min; Huang, Shouqiang

Journal: Separation and Purification Technology

Year: 2025

📝Light-enhanced lattice chloride elution of BiOCl for cyclic removal of chloride ions in water: performance, mechanism, and advantages

Authors: Ge, Dongdong; Li, Xin; He, Xu; Xie, Pengfei; Huang, Shouqiang

Journal: Separation and Purification Technology

Year: 2025

Mr. Tajala Magray | Energy Storage | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Tajala Magray | Energy Storage | Best Researcher Award

University of Mumbai, India

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🎓 Educational Background

Mr. Tajala Magray holds a Postgraduate degree in Physics from the Department of Physics, University of Mumbai (2019), where he specialized in Material Science, Polymer Science, Nano Science, and Nano Technology, securing a GPA of 3.0. Prior to this, he completed his Bachelor’s degree in Science (Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics) from Sri Pratap College, Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir (2017) with the same GPA of 3.0. His strong academic foundation has shaped his expertise in advanced physical sciences and cutting-edge nanotechnological applications.

🔬 Research Projects

During his academic journey, Mr. Magray contributed to several innovative projects. In 2018–2019, he worked under the guidance of Mr. Nitin Bijewar at the University of Mumbai on a project titled “Development of Machine Learning and High-throughput DFT Framework for the Study of Perovskite”, merging computational physics with AI technologies. Additionally, he is currently engaged in synthesizing electrode materials for energy storage devices under the mentorship of Prof. Pradip Sarwade at the Department of Physics, University of Mumbai (2022–Present). These projects reflect his strong inclination towards materials innovation and renewable energy solutions.

🧪 Technical Skills

Mr. Magray is proficient in a wide range of material characterization techniques such as XRD, SEM, TEM, TGA, DSC, BET, FTIR, AFM, XPS, and Cyclic Voltammetry (CV). His hands-on experience also includes nanomaterial synthesis techniques like sputtering, solvothermal and hydrothermal processes, as well as the sol–gel method. Additionally, he is skilled in mechanical testing, including tensile and hardness testing. His technical toolkit is complemented by a solid command of Python, advanced MS Excel, and other MS Office tools, enabling him to efficiently analyze and interpret complex datasets.

💻 Computational Proficiency

Tajala’s growing interest in computational physics is evident through his experience in Machine Learning and Density Functional Theory (DFT) calculations. His mathematical acumen, coupled with programming and software capabilities, supports his work in developing AI-driven scientific models and simulations for material behavior prediction

🏅 Certifications & Workshops

Mr. Magray has participated in several prestigious training programs and workshops. He completed a 7-day Material Characterization STUTI workshop organized by SAIF-DST-CFC, Shivaji University, Kolhapur, and took part in a 3-day Basic Training Program in Nano Science and Technology by IISc Bangalore. He has also completed semiconductor-related courses on Coursera and was a participant in the INSPIRE DST 2011 event held at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, Jammu. Furthermore, he attended an IARP workshop on the beneficial effects of radiation and the Indian Nuclear Energy Program, showcasing his broad scientific curiosity.

Notable Publication📝

📝 Modulating energy storage and electrocatalytic properties of molybdates through forming solid solutions

Authors: T.F. Magray (Tajala Fayaz), M.A. Wani (Mashooq Ahmad), S. Radha, P.B. Sarawade (Pradip Bhikaji)

Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal

Year: 2025

Prof. Dr. Juan Peng | Polymer Physics | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Juan Peng | Polymer Physics | Best Researcher Award

Fudan University, China

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🎓 Educational Background

Prof. Dr. Juan Peng began her academic journey at Jilin University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Chemistry between September 1996 and June 2000. With a strong foundational interest in polymers and chemistry, she pursued her Ph.D. in Macromolecular Chemistry and Physics at the Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, from September 2000 to June 2005. Her doctoral research, under the guidance of Prof. Yanchun Han, focused on “Micro/Nano-patterning of Thin Polymer Films”, laying the groundwork for her future contributions to polymer science.

🔬 Academic and Research Experience

After completing her Ph.D., Prof. Peng joined the prestigious Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research in Germany as a Postdoctoral Researcher from 2005 to 2007, working under the mentorship of Prof. Wolfgang Knoll. This postdoctoral tenure significantly enhanced her expertise in the molecular engineering of polymers. In 2008, she returned to China and joined the Department of Macromolecular Science at Fudan University as an Associate Professor, a position she held until 2017. Her dedication to research and academic excellence earned her a promotion to Professor in 2018, a role she continues to hold at Fudan University’s State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers.

🔍 Research Interests

Prof. Dr. Juan Peng’s research is centered around several cutting-edge areas in polymer science. Her primary interests include the crystalline structures of conjugated polymers, which are essential for understanding the electronic properties of materials used in organic semiconductors. She is also deeply involved in the study of block copolymers, particularly focusing on their self-assembly behavior and nanostructuring. Another key area of her work involves polymer crystallization, where she explores how molecular interactions and processing conditions influence the morphology and performance of polymeric materials. Furthermore, she investigates the development and application of polymer semiconductors, aiming to enhance their use in flexible electronics and optoelectronic devices.

🧪 Current Role and Contributions

As a Professor at Fudan University, Prof. Peng continues to lead significant research initiatives and mentor students in the field of macromolecular science. Her work contributes to the advancement of sustainable materials, high-performance polymers, and functional thin films. Through her contributions, she plays a vital role in shaping the future of polymer engineering and materials chemistry in China and beyond.

Notable Publications📝

📖 Interrogating Cocrystallization and Microphase Segregation in Meticulously Engineered Rod-Rod Poly(thieno)thiophene-Based Block Copolymers for Organic Field-Effect Transistors

Authors: Zhao, Qingqing; Zheng, Hao; Li, Dingke; Peng, Juan

Journal: Macromolecules

Year: 2024

📖 Effect of Solution-State Aggregation on Solid-State Crystal Orientation in Donor-Acceptor Conjugated Copolymers

Authors: Luo, Xuebing; Li, Lixin; Li, Dingke; Han, Yanchun; Peng, Juan

Journal: Chemistry of Materials

Year: 2024

📖 Synthesis and Aggregation Behavior of Poly(5-alkyl-2,3-thiophene)-Based Diblock Copolymers

Authors: Jiang, Yongkang; Zhao, Qingqing; Liu, Xiaofeng; Peng, Juan

Journal: Journal of Polymer Science

Year: 2024

📖 Tailoring Polymorph, Crystal Orientation, and Large-Scale Alignment in Conjugated Polymers via Rubbing for Field-Effect Transistors

Authors: Zheng, Hao; Chen, Shuwen; Li, Dingke; Luo, Xuebing; Peng, Juan

Journal: Macromolecules

Year: 2024

📖 Synergistic Manipulation of Phase Transition between Cocrystallization and Microphase Segregation in Conjugated Triblock Copolymers for Organic Field-Effect Transistors

Authors: Zhu, Shuyin; Li, Dingke; Zhan, Hao; Chen, Shuwen; Peng, Juan

Journal: Macromolecules

Year: 2024

 

Prof. Dr. Xiaolang Chen – Polymers – Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Xiaolang Chen – Polymers – Best Researcher Award

Institution of Advanced Composite Materials, China

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🎓 Academic and Professional Titles

Prof. Dr. Xiaolang Chen is recognized as one of the Reserve Candidates for Academic and Technical Leaders of Sichuan, showcasing his immense potential and leadership in science and technology. He has been honored as a Specially Appointed Expert of Sichuan Province and Chengdu City, and further distinguished as one of the Overseas High-level Talents Abroad in Sichuan Province. Moreover, he contributes significantly as a Specially Appointed Expert of the Sichuan Provincial Expert Service Team, further cementing his role as a key academic and technical leader in the region.

🧪 Academic Research Experience

Since June 2010, Prof. Chen has served as an Associate Professor and then Professor at the Key Laboratory of Advanced Materials Technology, Ministry of Education, housed within the School of Materials Science and Engineering, at Southwest Jiaotong University, P. R. China. Concurrently, since July 2010, he has held the position of Guest Professor at the National Engineering Research Center for Compounding and Modification of Polymer Materials. His international academic exposure includes a prestigious Postdoctoral Fellowship (Jan. 2010 – Jan. 2011) at the Department of Polymer Science and Engineering, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, USA, where he deepened his research in polymer engineering. Earlier, from September 2008 to April 2009, he served as a Visiting Research Fellow at the Department of Machine Intelligence and Systems Engineering, Akita Prefectural University, Japan. His academic journey began with a Ph.D. (Sept. 2004 – Jun. 2007) at the State Key Laboratory of Polymer Materials Engineering, Polymer Research Institute of Sichuan University.

💼 Direct Research Project Support

Prof. Chen has led and participated in numerous national and international research projects, reflecting the depth and scope of his scientific contributions. He has secured funding from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (projects: 52473086; 22365009; 51763002; 51003088) and the National Science and Technology Supporting Project Foundation of China (2007BAB08B05). His global collaborations are evident in the International Science and Technology Cooperation Projects of Sichuan Province (2023YFH0063; 2019YFH0047) and Chengdu City (2015-GH02-00034-HZ; 2017-GH02-00051-HZ; 2019-GH02-00026-HZ). Additionally, he received the Specialized Research Fund for the Doctoral Program of Higher Education (20100184120006), and the Science and Technology Foundation of Guizhou Province ([2008]7001).

Prof. Chen’s affiliation with the State Key Laboratory of Polymer Materials Engineering has yielded substantial results through projects such as KF201005, sklpme2014-4-21, sklpme2017-4-20, and sklpme2020-4-01. He also contributed to interdisciplinary research with support from the Key Laboratory of Karst Environment and Geohazard, Ministry of Land and Resources (KST2017006).

Notable Publications📝

📝 Efficient Flame Retardancy of Polypropylene by Cobalt Ions Doped Phytate Melamine Synergized with Expandable Graphite

Authors: Ruilong Li, Yao Chen, Honglin Lian, Yongzhi Meng, Hong Wu

Journal: Polymer Degradation and Stability

Year: 2024

📝 A Karst-Inspired Hierarchical Mg/Al Layered Double Hydroxide with a High Entropy-Driven Process for Interception and Storage

Authors: Hongyu Shi, Jun Qin, Qing Lv, Bin Ou, Xiaolang Chen

Journal: Dalton Transactions

Year: 2024

📝 Breaking the Selectivity Barrier: Reactive Oxygen Species Control in Photocatalytic Nitric Oxide Conversion

Authors: Wenrui Dai, Shao Zhang, Huan Shang, Wei Z. Chen, Dieqing Zhang

Journal: Advanced Functional Materials

Year: 2024

📝 Toughness Enhancement of PP/EVA/LDH Composites by Controlling β Nucleating Agent and Annealing Treatment

Authors: Xincheng Guo, Yao Chen, Jianbing Guo, Zongcheng Lu, Xiaolang Chen

Journal: Polymer Composites

Year: 2023

📝 The Effect of Micro- and Nano-γ-Al₂O₃ on the Synthetic Hydrotalcite and Congo Red Adsorption: Site Energy Distribution

Authors: Ting Weng, Xiaolang Chen, Jun Qin, Hongyu Shi, Lijin Zhang

Journal: Journal of Molecular Liquids

Year: 2023

 

Dr. Swapan Kumar Jana – Biomolecules – Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Swapan Kumar Jana – Biomolecules – Best Researcher Award

Serum Institute of India, India

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🎓 Academic Credentials

Dr. Swapan Kumar Jana holds a Ph.D. in Biochemical Engineering from the Faculty of Engineering & Technology, Jadavpur University, Kolkata. His doctoral thesis focused on the “Studies on an industrial scale process development of vaccine-grade recombinant Hepatitis B surface Antigen (r-HBsAg) expressed in methylotrophic yeast, Pichia pastoris.” He also earned an M.Tech. in Biochemical Engineering and a B.Tech. in Chemical Technology (Food Technology & Biochemical Engineering) from Jadavpur University. In addition, he completed a B.Sc. (Hons.) in Chemistry with Physics and Mathematics from Calcutta University and obtained a Post Graduate Diploma in Operations Management from IGNOU, New Delhi.

👨‍🔬 Professional Experience

Dr. Jana brings over 33 years of rich experience in biopharmaceutical research and development, with deep expertise in vaccines, biologics, and biosimilars, including both microbial and cell culture platforms. He is currently the Director of R&D and Manufacturing at the Serum Institute of India Ltd., Pune, directly reporting to the Executive Director and indirectly to the CEO & CMD. He has previously held pivotal positions at top pharmaceutical and biotech firms. From July 2000 to December 2008, he served as the Principal Scientist & Head – Process Development at Shantha Biotechnics Ltd. (Sanofi group) in Hyderabad. His tenure at Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd., Hyderabad, from January 1999 to June 2000, saw him work as a Senior Scientist & Manager in the Process Development – Biotechnology Division. Between October 1993 and December 1998, he contributed significantly at Dr. Reddy’s Research Foundation, Hyderabad, as a Scientist and Senior Scientist, focusing on process development. Earlier in his career, he worked at IIT Delhi (1992–1993) in the Department of Biochemical Engineering & Biotechnology, handling process development in a pilot plant setup.

🧪 Research Projects and Technical Know-How

His M.Tech. thesis was titled: “Enzymatic conversion of Glucose to Fructose using Streptomyces kanamyceticus strain (Immobilized Enzyme Technique – chemical and physical entrapment of enzyme & whole cell)”, and his B.Tech. project explored “Fermentative Production of Penicillin-G.” Dr. Jana has acquired extensive technical expertise, including SDS-PAGE, Western Blot, Silver Staining, ELISA for HBsAg and related proteins, HPLC, RIA, enzyme assays, preservation and stability study of genetically engineered clones, fermentation analysis, in vivo potency testing, polysaccharide estimation, and purification protocols.

🏆 Awards and Honours

Dr. Jana is a recipient of several prestigious honors. He is a National Scholarship holder (Govt. of India), a University Gold Medalist from Jadavpur University, and successfully qualified GATE-1988. He earned JRF and SRF fellowships from DST/DBT, Govt. of India. He received cash awards from Dr. Reddy’s Foundation for developing and launching Lovastatin (Lostatin) and rh-GCSF (Grastim). At Shantha Biotechnics, he was honored with the “Best Scientist & Employee Award” for his exceptional contributions. Notably, he received a Letter of Appreciation and cash award from Mr. Adar C. Poonawalla, CEO of Serum Institute of India, for his extraordinary leadership in guiding the Pneumococcal R&D and Manufacturing team.

🔬 Expertise & Skills

Dr. Jana has demonstrated excellence in process development, optimization, validation, and technology transfer for vaccines and biosimilars. His core competencies include analytical development, IPQC, clinical development, regulatory affairs, and strategic planning. He is adept at data interpretation, project execution, and problem-solving across various stages of bioprocessing. His ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage cross-functional responsibilities, and deliver product development end-to-end is widely recognized.

Notable Publications📝

📝Optimization of fermentation media for the production of higher yield capsular polysaccharide by Streptococcus pneumoniae serotype 22F using integrated statistical designs

  • Authors: Shital S. Jain, Rajesh Kumar Kante, Vikas K. Singh, Sudarshan Patil, Swapan Kumar Jana, Rajendra H. Patil

  • Journal: Carbohydrate Polymers

  • Year: 2025

📝Methods for Improving the Adsorption of Polysaccharide-Protein Conjugates and Multivalent Vaccine Formulation Obtained Thereof

  • Author: Swapan Kumar Jana

  • Journal: New Zealand Patent

  • Year: 2024

📝Current trends in development and manufacturing of higher-valent pneumococcal polysaccharide conjugate vaccine and its challenges

  • Authors: Shital S. Jain, Vikas K. Singh, Rajesh Kumar Kante, Swapan Kumar Jana, Rajendra H. Patil

  • Journal: Biologicals

  • Year: 2024

📝Optimization of Clarification Steps in Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Conjugate Vaccine Manufacturing: Evaluating the Performance of Depth Filters

  • Authors: Swapan Kumar Jana, Amol Dattatraya Mahajan

  • Journal: BioPharm International

  • Year: 2024

📝Methods for Simultaneous Fragmentation and Purification of Bacterial Polysaccharides

  • Authors: Swapan Kumar Jana

  • Journal: US Patent

  • Year: 2023

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ahmed Asmoay – Environmental hydrogeochemistry – Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ahmed Asmoay – Environmental hydrogeochemistry – Best Researcher Award

National Research Centre, Egypt

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🎓 Academic Background

Dr. Ahmed Asmoay earned his Ph.D. in Science (Environmental Geology) from the Faculty of Science, Al-Azhar University, Egypt, in December 2017. His doctoral thesis, titled “Hydrogeochemical studies on the water resources and soil characteristics in the western bank of the River Nile between Abu Qurqas and Dayr Mawas, El Minya Governorate, Egypt”, reflects his deep involvement in studying Egypt’s vital natural resources. He received his Master’s degree in Science (Applied Mineralogy) from the same university in December 2011, with a thesis focused on “Geological studies on wadi deposits of Esh El-Mellaha area, the western coastal plain of the Red Sea-Egypt”. Dr. Asmoay holds a Bachelor’s degree in Science (Special Geology) from Al-Azhar University, Assuit branch, awarded in May 2003, graduating with honors and a very good grade (78.9%).

🧪 Professional Experience

With a career spanning nearly two decades, Dr. Asmoay has steadily risen through the ranks at the National Research Centre (NRC). In March 2024, he was promoted to Associate Professor, marking a significant milestone in his academic journey. Since February 2018, he has served as a Researcher and Lecturer, following earlier roles as a Researcher/Lecturer Assistant (2012–2018) and Assistant Researcher (2011–2012). His journey at NRC began with a fellowship from 2006 to 2011, after a brief stint at the Desert Research Centre in 2006. Before entering the research field, he worked as a Science Teacher at the Preparatory Stage under Egypt’s Ministry of Education from January to December 2005, highlighting his commitment to education at all levels.

🧭 Areas of Research Interest

Dr. Asmoay’s scientific curiosity revolves around Mineralogy, Petrography, Mapping, and the use of GIS in geological applications. His core strengths lie in hydrogeochemical analysis, environmental geology, and inorganic mineral resources, which are crucial for sustainable development and resource conservation in arid regions like Egypt.

📚 Scientific Activities

Throughout his career, Dr. Asmoay has been a dedicated research student, actively contributing to the academic community at Al-Azhar University during both his Ph.D. (2014–2017) and M.Sc. (2006–2011) programs. His research has played a pivotal role in understanding soil and water systems in Egypt, especially along the River Nile and the Red Sea coastal plains.

🧑‍💼 Professional Memberships

Dr. Asmoay is an active member of several esteemed organizations. He joined the Geologic Society of Egypt in 2011 and became a member of the Egyptian Society of Environmental Sciences in 2017, reflecting his strong engagement with both geological and environmental scientific communities.

🛠️ Technical Skills

Dr. Asmoay is proficient in a wide range of software and technical tools, including Surfer, Grapher, GIS, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Microsoft Office applications. His expertise extends to hardware and software upkeep, image processing, and environmental research, making him a well-rounded and tech-savvy researcher.

Notable Publications📝

📝Appraisal of fluoride contaminate in groundwater at an industrial area, Northwest Gulf of Suez, Egypt

Authors: Ahmed A. Asmoay

Journal: Journal of Umm Al-Qura University for Applied Sciences

Year: 2025

📝Appraisal of rock–water interaction and frailty of groundwater to corrosion and salinization, northwestern Gulf of Suez, Egypt

Authors: Ahmed A. Asmoay; Walid A. Mabrouk

Journal: Journal of Umm Al-Qura University for Applied Sciences

Year: 2024

📝Evaluating groundwater quality and salinity dynamics in the Western-west area of El Minya Governorate, Egypt, based on geochemical modelling and multivariate analysis

Authors: Ahmed Asmoay

Journal: Journal of Umm Al-Qura University for Applied Sciences

Year: 2024

📝Water quality assessment in dry regions using statistical methods

Authors: Ahmed Asmoay; Ahmed Mohamed; Fahad Alshehri; Nguyen Thi Thuy Linh; Nadhir Al-Ansari; Abdullah Othman

Journal: Journal of King Saud University – Science

Year: 2023

📝Simulation of Surface and Subsurface Water Quality in Hyper-Arid Environments

Authors: Ahmed Mohamed; Ahmed Asmoay; Saad S. Alarifi; Musaab A. A. Mohammed

Journal: Hydrology

Year: 2023

 

Prof. Dr. Tshwafo Motaung – Chemistry – Best Research Article Award

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Prof. Dr. Tshwafo Motaung – Chemistry – Best Research Article Award

Sefako Makhatho Health Science University, South Africa

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🎓 Academic Qualifications

Prof. Motaung’s academic path is marked by a continuous pursuit of excellence. He earned his B.Sc. in Chemistry and Physics (2004) from the University of the North, followed by a B.Sc. Honours in Chemistry (2005), M.Sc. in Chemistry (2008), and Ph.D. in Chemistry (2012) from the University of the Free State (UFS). His academic credentials also include a Postgraduate Diploma in Higher Education (2018) from the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN), highlighting his commitment to education and teaching.

🧠 Leadership & Management Qualifications

In addition to his scientific achievements, Prof. Motaung has acquired substantial training in leadership and management. He holds a Project Management Certificate (1 year) and an Advanced Diploma in Labour Law (2 years) from UFS. Furthermore, he completed a Certificate in Values-Based Leadership from the University of Cape Town Graduate School of Business, and an Executive Development Program (2 years) from the University of Stellenbosch Business School. These credentials underscore his versatility and leadership capacity in both academic and administrative spheres.

👨‍🔬 Professional Experience

Prof. Motaung’s professional career began as a Tutor and Laboratory Assistant (2004–2005) at UFS. He then served as an Assistant Professional Officer (2006), Junior Lecturer (2007–2012), and Chemical Waste Manager (2010–2012) at the same institution. From 2013 to 2015, he advanced to become a Senior Researcher and Research Leader at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) in Port Elizabeth. In 2015, Prof. Motaung joined the University of Zululand, where he served as Associate Professor and Head of Department (Y2 Rated) until 2019, and then as Professor and HOD (Y2 Rated) until 2021. He further held the title of Senior Professor and Head of the Material Science Niche Area at the University of South Africa (2021–2024). Currently, he is a Senior Professor and Research Group Leader at Sefako Makgatho Health Science University.

🧑‍🎓 Postgraduate Supervision & Mentorship

Prof. Motaung has supervised and co-supervised a wide range of Honours, MSc, and Ph.D. students, nurturing future scholars in polymer chemistry, natural fibers, biomass composites, and nanotechnology. To date, he has successfully guided 16 Honours students and numerous MSc and Ph.D. graduates. Notable projects include the development of shear thickening fluids, gold nanorod encapsulation, cellulose derivatives for cancer treatments, and ZnAl₂O₄:Eu²⁺,Dy³⁺ polymer composites.

🏅 Departmental Leadership and Achievements

During his tenure as Head of Department at the University of Zululand, Prof. Motaung led the department to significant achievements. The department was named Research Department of the Year in 2015, 2016, and 2018, and earned the Role Model Department title in 2016. It was also awarded the Most Research Productive Department and the University Gold Revolving Cup in 2016 and 2018. He received multiple individual recognitions for his contribution to research output between 2015 and 2018, solidifying his reputation as a transformational academic leader.

🏆 Awards and Honors

Prof. Motaung’s career has been recognized with numerous national and international awards. These include the Emerging Researcher Award (2012) from CSIR, and the Productive Researcher Awards from the University of Zululand in 2017, 2018, and 2019. He received the Global Innovation Competition Program Ministerial Award (2018), Leaders in Innovation Fellowship (2018), and the Innovation Award (2019). In 2019, he was honored with the Research Peace International Award, and most recently in 2024, he received the prestigious Science Father Nanocomposites International Award, recognizing his impact in the field of nanocomposites.

🔬 Research Focus & Impact

Prof. Motaung’s research expertise spans polymer science, material chemistry, nanocomposites, and eco-friendly bio-materials. His interdisciplinary research combines scientific excellence with real-world application, influencing sustainable solutions, energy development, and medical innovations. He remains a driving force in African and global scientific communities, with continuous contributions to academic advancement and societal development.

Notable Publications📝

📝 Synthesis of Cellulose-Based Fluorescent Carbon Dots for the Detection of Fe(III) in Aqueous Solutions

Authors: L.P. Magagula, C.M. Masemola, T.E. Motaung, N. Moloto, E.C. Linganiso

Journal: Processes

Year: 2025

📝 Microwave-Assisted Reduction of Graphene Oxide to Reduced Graphene Oxide

Authors: J.T. Mhlongo, B. Tlhaole, L.Z. Linganiso, T.E. Motaung, E.C. Linganiso

Journal: Processes

Year: 2025

📝 Sustainable Conversion of Corncob Biomass Waste into High Performance Carbon Materials for Detection of VOCs at Room Temperature

Authors: L.P. Magagula, C.M. Masemola, T.E. Motaung, N. Moloto, E.C. Linganiso

Journal: Molecules

Year: 2025

📝 Structure and Optical Properties of Er³⁺ Doped ZnSe Nanoparticles

 Authors: L.A. Miya, L.F. Koao, S.V. Motloung, H.C. Swart, T.E. Motaung

 Journal: Optical Materials

 Year: 2024

📝 Effect of Silica Content in a Bio-Polymeric Blended Nanocomposite for Efficient Adsorption of Mercury in Basic Aqueous Solution

Authors: A. Tshikovhi, S.B. Mishra, A.K. Mishra, T.E. Motaung

Journal: Fibers and Polymers

Year: 2025