Haoxiang Zhang | Natural Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Haoxiang Zhang | Natural Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China

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🎓 Academic Background

Haoxiang Zhang obtained his Ph.D. in Fine Chemicals from Dalian University of Technology between September 2015 and September 2021, where he developed expertise in organic and polymer materials for advanced applications. Prior to that, he completed his Bachelor’s degree in Polymer Materials and Engineering at Anyang Institute of Technology from September 2011 to June 2015, laying the groundwork for his future in material sciences and applied chemistry.

🧪 Postdoctoral Research Experience

From November 2021 to December 2023, Haoxiang Zhang undertook postdoctoral research at the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics. During this period, he was actively involved in pioneering work on solar-driven energy systems, particularly in developing integrated photoconversion and storage devices, leveraging emerging material platforms like MXene hybrids and functional polymers.

💼 Professional Experience

Since December 2023, Haoxiang Zhang has held the position of Assistant Researcher in the Solar Energy Research Department at the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics. His current responsibilities include leading projects on hybrid energy storage devices, collaborating in large-scale demonstration research, and publishing innovative work in top-tier journals related to supercapacitors, zinc-ion batteries, and flexible electronics.

🌟 Research Interests and Contributions

Haoxiang Zhang’s research revolves around the design of functional hybrid materials for use in photovoltaic systems, supercapacitors, and flexible batteries. His work aims to integrate light-harvesting, energy conversion, and storage within single platforms, a concept crucial for future portable and sustainable power technologies. His contributions, spanning both fundamental science and industrial application, position him as a rising leader in the field of energy materials.

Notable Publications📝


📄 Multi‐Group Polymer Coating on Zn Anode for High Overall Conversion Efficiency Photorechargeable Zinc‐Ion Batteries
  • Authors: Ming Chen, Xiaojun Guo, Xiao Jiang, Bita Farhadi, Xin Guo, Yan Zhu, Haoxiang Zhang, Shengzhong (Frank) Liu

  • Journal: Angewandte Chemie International Edition

  • Year: 2024


📄 Flexible Aqueous Supercapacitors for Long Cycle‐Life Using Electrode with Multiple Active C═S Sites
  • Authors: Xinxin Xing, Bita Farhadi, Le Wang, Kai Wang, Yan Zhu, Hui Wang, Lanbo Di, Haoxiang Zhang, Frank Liu

  • Journal: Small

  • Year: 2024


📄 An Azo‐Based Electrode for All‐Around High‐Performance Flexible Supercapacitors
  • Authors: Haoxiang Zhang, Minyong Du, Xinxin Xing, Hui Wang, Kai Wang, Frank Liu

  • Journal: Small Science

  • Year: 2023

Zhicheng Hu | Biomolecules | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Zhicheng Hu | Biomolecules | Best Researcher Award

First Affiliated Hospital Sun Yat-sen University, China

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🎓 Educational Background

Prof. Hu earned his Ph.D. in Burns Surgery from the First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University (2011–2014), under the supervision of Prof. Jiayuan Zhu. He also completed his M.S. in Burns Surgery at the same institution (2009–2011) under Prof. Bing Tang. His medical journey began with a Bachelor of Medical Science from the Zhongshan School of Medicine, Sun Yat-sen University (2004–2009). This robust academic foundation has empowered his extensive contributions in both clinical and research domains.

🩺 Professional Experience

Prof. Zhicheng Hu currently serves as a Chief Physician and Doctoral Supervisor at the First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University since January 2024. Prior to this, he was appointed as an Associate Chief Physician and Master’s Supervisor at the same institution from January 2019 to December 2023. His earlier roles include serving as an Attending Physician from 2017 to 2018, and as a Resident Physician from 2014 to 2016. All of these clinical roles were carried out at the First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen Medical University, reflecting his deep-rooted commitment to the institution and the field of burn surgery.

🌐 Academic and Professional Affiliations

Prof. Hu is a committed member of various professional organizations. He is affiliated with the International Society of Burn Injury, serves as a Committee Member of the Chinese Burn Care and Rehabilitation Association, and is also part of the Wound Healing Branch of the Chinese Medical Equipment Association. Moreover, he contributes as a Committee Member of the Youth Committee in the Plastic Surgery Branch of the China Association for the Promotion of International Medical and Health Care, actively engaging in academic growth and policy shaping.

🏆 Key Highlights

Prof. Zhicheng Hu’s career demonstrates a strong blend of clinical excellence, academic dedication, and innovative research. His work focuses on advancing treatments in burn care, wound healing, and keloid management, leveraging both cellular therapy and molecular pathway analysis. His consistent academic contributions and leadership in multiple national and provincial research projects affirm his role as a pioneering figure in burn and wound healing research in China.

Notable Publications📝


📄 Multifunctional hydrogel targeting senescence to accelerate diabetic wound healing through promoting angiogenesis

Authors: H. Yang, Y. Chen, Y. Rong, … B. Tang, Z. Hu Zhicheng

Journal: Journal of Nanobiotechnology

Year: 2025


📄 Tailored Metal-Phenolic Network with Hypoglycemic Polyphenol for Promoting Diabetic Wound Healing

Authors: Y. Rong, Z. Zhao, D. Lv, … X. Cao, B. Tang

Journal: ACS Applied Materials and Interfaces

Year: 2025


📄 Association and mediation between circulating inflammatory proteins and skin fibrosis

Authors: Z. Zhao, D. Lv, R. Zeng, … X. Cao, B. Tang

Journal: Frontiers in Endocrinology

Year: 2025


📄 NIR-II light based combinatorial management of hypertrophic scar by inducing autophagy in fibroblasts

Authors: Y. Dong, H. Wang, Y. Zhang, … B. Tang, S. Luo

Journal: Journal of Nanobiotechnology

Year: 2024


📄 A ROS-Responsive Lipid Nanoparticles Release Multifunctional Hydrogel Based on Microenvironment Regulation Promotes Infected Diabetic Wound Healing

Authors: H. Yang, D. Lv, S. Qu, … B. Tang, Z. Hu Zhicheng

Journal: Advanced Science

Year: 2024

 

Laxmi Tiwari | Medicinal Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Laxmi Tiwari | Medicinal Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, United States

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🎓 Educational Background

Dr. Laxmi Tiwari is currently completing her Ph.D. in Chemistry with an impressive GPA of 3.98 at the University of Idaho, Moscow, ID (Aug 2021 – Dec 2024), under the mentorship of Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kristopher V. Waynant. Her research focuses on the “Synthesis and Applications of Azothioformamide and Azoformamide Ligands in Coordination, Catalysis, and Biological Activity.” She earned her M.S. in Chemistry from Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu, Nepal (May 2017 – July 2019), and completed her B.S. in Chemistry from the same institution (Aug 2012 – July 2016), laying a strong academic foundation in chemical sciences.

🧪 Professional Experience

Dr. Tiwari began her postdoctoral journey as a Research Assistant Scientist in January 2025 at the Pharmacological Department, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, NY, under the guidance of Prof. Dr. Robert J. DeVita. Here, she is involved in designing and synthesizing organic molecules targeting diseases such as IBD, cancer, and diabetes. Her responsibilities include conducting clinical research, computational modeling, and developing new methodologies and instrumentation for medical applications. She actively contributes to research through hypothesis development, data evaluation, and publishing scientific findings, all while ensuring strict safety and contamination protocols are maintained. Previously, she served as a Graduate Research and Teaching Assistant at the University of Idaho (Aug 2021 – Dec 2024). Her work included retrosynthetic design, metal-ligand complex formation, and the development of palladium-catalyzed C–C and C–N coupling reactions. She also led efforts in drug synthesis, SAR analysis, and fluorescence sensing using heteroleptic cuprous complexes. She played a key role in student training, lab safety compliance, and instruction of both general and organic chemistry courses, including CHEM 101, 111, 112, 278, and 378.

🧠 Technical Skills & Expertise

Dr. Tiwari possesses advanced instrumentation skills, including NMR (1D & 2D), FT-IR, Mass Spectrometry, UV-Vis, SEM, and electrochemistry. She is proficient with software tools like ChemDraw, Topspin, Mnova, Schrodinger-Maestro, SwissADME, and AutoDock Vina. Her lab expertise includes flash column chromatography, crystallization, hazardous waste management, and more. She is also recognized for her problem-solving abilities, analytical thinking, communication skills, and attention to detail, all essential traits for thriving in complex research environments.

🏆 Awards & Honors

Dr. Tiwari has been honored with several prestigious awards including the ACS DIC Travel Award (Fall 2023), GPSA Travel Awards (2023 & 2024) from the University of Idaho, the Thomas F. Howland Award (2024), and the Cooley-Jube Outstanding TA Award (2024–2025). These recognitions reflect her academic excellence, research contributions, and dedication to teaching.

👩‍🔬 Professional Membership

She is an active member of the American Chemical Society (ACS) since 2021, which underscores her commitment to professional development and collaborative scientific advancement.

Notable Publications📝


📝Exploring Photocatalytic, Antimicrobial and Antioxidant Efficacy of Green-Synthesized Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles

Authors: Sabina Shrestha, Laxmi Tiwari, Sujan Dhungana, Jasana Maharjan, Devendra Khadka, Allison A. Kim, Megh Raj Pokhrel, Janaki Baral, Mira Park, Bhoj Raj Poudel

Journal: Nanomaterials

Year: 2025


📝Exploring the Electronic Influence on Coordination Complexes Formed from Appended Pyrrolidine Azothioformamide Ligands and Copper(I) Salts

Authors: Laxmi Tiwari, Zachariah M. Heiden, Kristopher V. Waynant

Journal: Journal of Molecular Structure

Year: 2025


📝Green Synthesis of Copper Oxide Nanoparticles Using Mentha (Mint) Leaves Characterization and Its Antimicrobial Properties with Phytochemicals Screening

Authors: Janaki Baral, Neena Pokharel, Sujan Dhungana, Laxmi Tiwari, Devendra Khadka, Megh Raj Pokhrel, Bhoj Raj Poudel

Journal: Journal of Nepal Chemical Society

Year: 2025


📝Synthesis and Characterization of Copper Oxide Nanoparticles Isolated from Acmella oleracea and Study of Antimicrobial and Phytochemical Properties

Authors: Sujan Dhungana, Anusa Gauli, Laxmi Tiwari, Devendra Khadka, Surendra Kumar Gautam, Megh Raj Pokhrel, Janaki Baral, Bhoj Raj Poudel

Journal: Amrit Research Journal

Year: 2024


📝Investigating Arylazoformamide Ligands in Palladium(II) Precatalysts through the Suzuki–Miyaura Cross-Coupling Reaction

Authors: Laxmi Tiwari, Elliott B. Hulley, Kristopher V. Waynant

Journal: The Journal of Organic Chemistry

Year: 2024

 

Murugan Arunachalapandi | Green Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Murugan Arunachalapandi | Green Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Sri Paramakalyani College, India

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🎓 Educational Background

Dr. Murugan Arunachalapandi holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Chemistry from the Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, completed in 2023. His research focused on visible light-induced copper titanate photocatalysis for multicomponent reactions. Prior to this, he earned an M.Phil. in Chemistry from Madurai Kamaraj University in 2017, graduating with 84% marks. He also completed his M.Sc. in Chemistry from the same university in 2016, securing 69%, and his B.Sc. in Chemistry in 2014, with 67%, laying a strong academic foundation in chemical sciences.

🔬 Research Experience

Dr. Arunachalapandi has gained hands-on research experience through several academic projects. During his M.Sc., he completed a group project on the “Synthesis and Characterization of Zirconium Oxide Nanoparticles” under the guidance of Dr. N. Karuthapandian at Virudhunagar Hindu Nadars’ Senthikumara Nadar College. His M.Phil. work involved developing a “Heteropoly acid supported Montmorillonite K-10 nanocomposite for the synthesis of quinoxalines”, mentored by Dr. P. Sami. His doctoral research, conducted under Dr. S. Mohana Roopan at VIT, focused on visible-light photocatalysis using copper titanate to facilitate green synthetic pathways for multicomponent reactions—an emerging and impactful area of study.

🏆 Achievements

Dr. Arunachalapandi was recognized for his scientific contribution at the National Conference on Frontiers in Ecobiological Sciences and its Applications (FESA-2018) held at Periyar University, Salem. He received the Best Poster Presentation Award for his work titled “Synthesis of quinoxalines using HPW₁₂O₄₀ supported on MK-10 nanocomposite as catalyst”, reflecting the originality and significance of his research.

🧪 Technical Skills

Dr. Arunachalapandi is proficient in operating a wide range of advanced analytical instruments, including FT-IR, UV-DRS, XRD, FE-SEM, Photoluminescence, Zeta Potential Analyzer, Microwave Reactor, and handling GC-MS, HR-MS, and HPLC systems. These skills have enabled him to perform comprehensive material characterization and reaction monitoring with precision.

💻 Software Proficiency

He is well-versed in several chemistry-related software tools essential for data analysis and research documentation. These include Topspin (for ¹H and ¹³C NMR analysis), ChemDraw for structure drawing, Origin for interpreting spectral and analytical data, and ImageJ for imaging analysis. Additionally, he is skilled in X-pert High Score and Vesta for crystallographic studies, as well as QuillBot and AI tools for academic writing enhancement.

Notable Publications📄


📄Facile synthesis route for visible active g-C₃N₅/MK30 nanocomposite and its computationally guided photocatalytic degradation of organic pollutants


Authors: Thangapandi Chellapandi, Gunabalan Madhumitha, Selvaraj Mohana Roopan, Ravichandran Manjupriya, Murugan Arunachalapandi, Kamalanathan Pouthika, Muthukani Elamathi

Journal: Separation and Purification Technology

Year: 2023


📄Ultrasound/visible light-mediated synthesis of N-heterocycles using g-C₃N₄/Cu₃TiO₄ as sonophotocatalyst

Authors: Murugan Arunachalapandi, Selvaraj Mohana Roopan

Journal: Research on Chemical Intermediates

Year: 2021


📄Environment Friendly g-C₃N₄-Based Catalysts and Their Recent Strategy in Organic Transformations

Authors: Murugan Arunachalapandi, Selvaraj Mohana Roopan

Journal: High Energy Chemistry

Year: 2022


📄Direct Z-Scheme g-C₃N₅/Cu₃TiO₄ Heterojunction Enhanced Photocatalytic Performance of Chromene-3-Carbonitriles Synthesis under Visible Light Irradiation

Authors: Murugan Arunachalapandi, Thangapandi Chellapandi, Gunabalan Madhumitha, Ravichandran Manjupriya, Kumar Aravindraj, Selvaraj Mohana Roopan

Journal: Catalysts

Year: 2022


📄Visible light-activated Cu₃TiO₄ photocatalyst for the one-pot multicomponent synthesis of imidazo-pyrimido acridines

Authors: Murugan Arunachalapandi, Selvaraj Mohana Roopan

Journal: Inorganic Chemistry Communications

Year: 2023

asmak afriliana | coffee industry | Outstanding Contribution Award

Dr. asmak afriliana | coffee industry | Outstanding Contribution Award

jember university, Indonesia

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🎓 Academic and Professional Background

Dr. Asmak Afriliana is a lecturer at the University of Jember, Indonesia, specifically in the Department of Agricultural Product Technology. She earned her doctoral degree from the Faculty of Life and Environmental Science at Prefectural University of Hiroshima, Japan. Her primary research focus is in food processing, with a specialization in the coffee processing process. She has demonstrated excellence in scientific innovation by winning international scientific competitions in South Korea (2017), NTU Singapore (2019), and at Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB), Indonesia (2018). Dr. Afriliana has also engaged in international research collaborations with prestigious institutions such as Kyoto University (2024) and NIMS (National Institute for Materials Science), Japan.

🔬 Research and Innovations

Dr. Afriliana’s research is centered on engineering coffee bean processing to produce specialty coffee beans through fermentation process optimization. She and her team have successfully designed and developed a coffee fermenter equipped with temperature control, time regulation, a mechanical stirrer, and monitoring sensors for pH, glucose, and alcohol levels. To enhance the process, they utilized starter cultures of yeast and lactic acid bacteria, which resulted in specialty-grade coffee beans with an organoleptic score above 85. This innovation significantly contributes to improving coffee quality and advancing agro-industrial technology.

🤝 Collaborations

Dr. Afriliana has led collaborative research projects with Kyoto University, focusing on the development of advanced coffee fermenters, and with NIMS Japan, working on the production of nano-coffee, merging food science with nanotechnology for functional beverage innovation.

🏅 Professional Memberships and Editorial Roles

She is actively involved in the Publication Division of the Indonesian Food Technology Experts Association, contributing to the dissemination and review of scientific work in the field of food technology.

🔍 Areas of Research

Her core areas of interest include food processing, coffee fermentation, functional food development, and bioprocess engineering, with a commitment to bridging scientific innovation and practical applications in agricultural product technology.

Notable Publications📝


📄 Development of Antioxidative Edible Film from Red Dragon Fruit Peel Extract with the Addition of CMC and Soy Protein Isolate
  • Authors: Triana Lindriati, Sih Yuwanti, Asmak Afriliana, Aji Sukoco, Ivan Rivaldy Budianto, Wafiq Azizah, Umrotus Shofiyatul Fadhiyah

  • Journal: International Journal of Advances in Applied Sciences

  • Year: 2025


📄 Enhancing the Aroma and Sensory Profiles of Decaffeinated Coffee: A Review
  • Authors: Afriliana A, Jayus Jayus, Diniyah H, Purbasari D, Lindriati T, Nazir N, Kusnadi J, Harada H

  • Journal: Journal of Applied Sciences

  • Year: 2019


📄Production and Characterization of Protein Hydrolyzate from “Bibisan Fish” (Apogon albimaculosus) as an Indigenous Flavor by Enzymatic Hydrolysis
  • Authors: Witono Y., Windrati W.S., Taruna I., Afriliana A., Assadam A.

  • Journal: Advance Journal of Food Science and Technology

  • Year: 2014


📄Physicochemical and Bioactives Characteristics of Purple and Yellow Water Yam (Dioscorea alata) Tubers
  • Authors: Teti Estiasih H., Apriliyanti M.W., Afriliana A., Kusnadi J.

  • Journal: International Journal of PharmTech Research

  • Year: 2013

 

Meng Zhang | Electrochemical CO2 conversion | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Meng Zhang | Electrochemical CO2 conversion | Best Researcher Award

Zhejiang University, China

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🎓 Academic and Professional Background

Prof. Dr. Meng Zhang is a tenure-track professor in the College of Optical Science and Engineering at Zhejiang University, China. She earned her Ph.D. in Engineering Thermophysics from Zhejiang University in 2016, and went on to serve as a Research Scientist and Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Georgia Institute of Technology from 2017 to 2022. Her academic path reflects a strong foundation in interdisciplinary research spanning optoelectronics, materials science, energy, and chemistry.

🔬 Research Interests and Expertise

Prof. Zhang’s research is focused on optoelectronic devices for solar energy conversion and storage, with particular attention to third-generation solar cells and solar fuel production through H₂O splitting and CO₂ reduction. Her work aims to develop high-efficiency, sustainable energy systems by integrating advanced material design with innovative device engineering.

🤝 Scientific Collaborations

She maintains dynamic research collaborations with leading scholars worldwide. These include Prof. Jinsong Huang (University of North Carolina), Prof. Tianquan Lian (Emory University), and Prof. Jean-Luc Bredas (University of Arizona), with whom she has co-authored publications on solar cell technologies. She also works with Prof. Zhiqun Lin (National University of Singapore), Prof. Jun Chen (University of California, Los Angeles), and Prof. Jun Cheng (Zhejiang University) on CO₂ reduction and solar fuel production, resulting in several impactful joint journal publications.

🌍 Professional Memberships

She is an active member of the American Chemical Society (ACS), reflecting her engagement with the global chemical and energy research community.

☀️ Research Areas and Vision

Prof. Zhang’s research spans key areas in solar energy conversion, energy storage, and sustainable fuels, aligning with global goals for green technology innovation. Her contributions are shaping the future of clean energy solutions through a unique blend of scientific rigor and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Notable Publications📝


📄 Photoelectrocatalytic Reduction of CO₂ into Chemicals Using Pt-Modified Reduced Graphene Oxide Combined with Pt-Modified TiO₂ Nanotubes

Authors: Jun Cheng, Meng Zhang, Gai Wu, Xin Wang, Junhu Zhou, Kefa Cen

Journal: Environmental Science & Technology

Year: 2014


📄 The charge carrier dynamics, efficiency and stability of two-dimensional material-based perovskite solar cells

Authors: Bing Wang, James Iocozzia, Meng Zhang, Meidan Ye, Shicheng Yan, Huile Jin, Shun Wang, Zhigang Zou, Zhiqun Lin

Journal: Chemical Society Reviews

Year: 2019


📄 Enabling tailorable optical properties and markedly enhanced stability of perovskite quantum dots by permanently ligating with polymer hairs

Authors: Young Jun Yoon, Yajing Chang, Shuguang Zhang, Meng Zhang, Shuang Pan, Yanjie He, Chun Hao Lin, Shengtao Yu, Yihuang Chen, Zewei Wang, Yong Ding, Jaehan Jung, Naresh Thadhani, Vladimir V. Tsukruk, Zhitao Kang, Zhiqun Lin

Journal: Advanced Materials

Year: 2019


📄 Unconventional route to oxygen‐vacancy‐enabled highly efficient electron extraction and transport in perovskite solar cells

Authors: Bing Wang, Meng Zhang, Xun Cui, Zewei Wang, Matthew Rager, Yingkui Yang, Zhigang Zou, Zhong Lin Wang, Zhiqun Lin

Journal: Angewandte Chemie International Edition

Year: 2020


📄 Synergistic cascade carrier extraction via dual interfacial positioning of ambipolar black phosphorene for high‐efficiency perovskite solar cells

Authors: Meng Zhang, Meidan Ye, Wenlong Wang, Chunyuan Ma, Shun Wang, Qiliang Liu, Tianquan Lian, Jinsong Huang, Zhiqun Lin

Journal: Advanced Materials

Year: 2020

Simona Lago | metastable water | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Simona Lago | metastable water | Best Researcher Award

INRIM, Italy

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🎓 Academic Background and Early Research

Dr. Simona Lago earned her Master’s degree in Physics in December 1998 from the Università del Piemonte Orientale “Amedeo Avogadro”. Her thesis, titled “Characterisation and use of an experimental device for precise measurements of the speed of sound in gases,” laid the foundation for her lifelong interest in physical acoustics and metrology. She further enriched her academic profile through a Ph.D. in Metrology: Science and Technique of Measurements from the Politecnico di Torino, awarded in March 2005, under the joint supervision of Professor J. P. M. Trusler from Imperial College London. Her doctoral work focused on the thermodynamic properties of pure water, achieving high-accuracy measurements of the speed of sound over wide ranges of temperature (274–394 K) and pressure (up to 90 MPa).

🧪 Research Experience and Technical Contributions

Dr. Lago’s early career included placements and fellowships at esteemed institutions. She worked on smart card and biometric authentication technologies at CSELT (Telecom Italia Group) in 1999–2000, and soon after, contributed to optical metrology at INOA Florence. In 2001, her work at the Galileo Ferraris Institute deepened her expertise in precision measurements of the speed of sound in liquids. Between 2002 and 2005, she served as an Assistant Teacher for Physics I and II at Politecnico of Vercelli. Her international research was further expanded with a work placement at Imperial College London in 2004, focusing on density and temperature measurements of bubble and dew points using pVT apparatus. From 2005 to 2009, she held a research fellowship at the Thermodynamic Division of INRiM, where she advanced experimental methodologies in acoustic metrology of fluids, targeting precision speed of sound measurements. Her later work at INRiM included contributions to regenerative medicine (METREGEN) and biofuel metrology, showcasing her versatility in applying physical acoustics across disciplines. Since 2010, she has been a dedicated researcher at INRiM, and as of 2023, she holds the title of Senior Researcher.

🔬 Research Interests and Scientific Impact

Dr. Lago’s research is deeply rooted in experimental thermodynamics and fluid transport properties. She specializes in measuring density and speed of sound in compressed liquids and fluid mixtures, particularly under high pressure and varying temperature conditions. Her work is instrumental in validating and enhancing thermodynamic and statistical-mechanical models. She frequently investigates complex mixtures involving CO₂, hydrogen, sustainable fuels, and refrigerants, employing custom-designed apparatuses developed in-house. With over 36 peer-reviewed publications, Dr. Lago has made substantial contributions to the fields of metrology, energy, and thermodynamics.

🏆 Awards and Recognitions

Dr. Lago’s excellence has been consistently recognized by the scientific community. She was the winner of the “Amedeo Giacomini Prize” in 1999, awarded by Associazione Italiana di Acustica (AIA) for the best thesis in physical acoustics. She also secured a research grant at IMGC Turin for her work in optical interferometry. Her Ph.D. thesis earned her the “Gino Sacerdote Prize” in 2006, further affirming the impact of her research. She went on to win the “Italo Barducci Prize” in both 2007 and 2008, and in 2009, she received the “Poster Giovani Prize” for the most outstanding poster presentation by a young researcher, all from AIA.

Notable Publications📄


📄Speed of sound measurements in supercooled water at temperatures between (254.65 and 273.15) K and at pressures up to 190 MPa
  • Authors: S. Lago, M. Bertinetti, P.A. Giuliano Albo

  • Journal: Journal of Molecular Liquids

  • Year: 2025 (August)


📄Towards the validation of ultrasonic flowmeters operating in hydrogen-enriched natural gas mixtures through speed of sound measurements obtained by a clamp-on meter
  • Authors: G. Cavuoto, R. Romeo, S. Lago, P.A. Giuliano Albo

  • Journal: International Journal of Hydrogen Energy

  • Year: 2025 (March)


📄Speed of sound measurements in deuterium oxide (D₂O) at temperatures between (276.97 and 363.15) K and at pressures up to 210 MPa
  • Authors: S. Lago, P.A. Giuliano Albo, G. Cavuoto

  • Journal: Fluid Phase Equilibria

  • Year: 2020 (February)


📄High-Pressure Speed of Sound Measurements of trans-1-Chloro-3,3,3-trifluoropropene (R1233zd(E)) in Liquid Region for Temperature from (273.15 to 353.15) K
  • Authors: Simona Lago, Paolo Alberto Giuliano Albo, James Steven Brown, Marco Bertinetti

  • Journal: Journal of Chemical & Engineering Data

  • Year: 2018 (November 8)


📄Experimental densities of subcooled deuterium oxide at pressures up to 160 MPa
  • Authors: Raffaella Romeo, Simona Lago, P. Alberto Giuliano Albo

  • Journal: The Journal of Chemical Physics

  • Year: 2018 (October 21)

 

Kowthar Mohamed Shaie | Photodynamic Therapy | Best Academic Researcher Award

Dr. Kowthar Mohamed Shaie | Photodynamic Therapy | Best Academic Researcher Award

First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, China

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👩‍🏫 Professional Summary

Dr. Kowthar Mohamed Shaie is a dedicated and results-oriented Primary School Teacher with a strong record of fostering supportive learning environments and promoting student success. Known for her ability to build productive relationships, she has a passion for individualized support and holistic child development. Beyond teaching, Dr. Kowthar brings a wealth of leadership, organizational, and communication skills to every role she undertakes. Her experience spans education, supervision, and humanitarian work, making her a versatile professional with a deep commitment to both academic excellence and community service.

🎓 Education and Certifications

Dr. Kowthar holds a Master’s degree in Obstetrics & Gynecology from Wenzhou Medical University, Zhejiang, and a Bachelor’s in Clinical Medicine & Surgery from Dalian Medical University, Liaoning. Her academic journey also includes a Chinese Language certificate from Shandong University and training in HR and Personal Management from Cambridge International College. She enhanced her language and healthcare knowledge at Kings College London, where she completed studies in English, Healthcare, Nursing, and Chinese Language. Additionally, she completed several professional development courses through OpenLearn and Harvard Medical School, including COVID-19 vaccination training for health workers (WHO) and Mental Health Support for Healthcare Professionals on the Frontline of the COVID-19 Pandemic.

📚 Teaching Experience

Dr. Kowthar served as a Primary School Teacher at Gogol Primary School from January 2013 to July 2016, where she was responsible for planning, preparing, and delivering lessons tailored to meet the needs of a diverse range of student abilities. She successfully organized the classroom and developed engaging learning materials to create a positive and inclusive environment. By integrating creative teaching methods such as team-building exercises and interactive games, she significantly enhanced student engagement and encouraged children to express their thoughts, opinions, and feelings. Her commitment to parental involvement led to stronger academic outcomes, and she regularly differentiated her instruction to cater to students with varied learning styles. Her lessons, especially in science and mathematics, were recognized for being both comprehensive and accessible.

🏗️ Supervisory Experience

Between January 2015 and January 2016, Dr. Kowthar worked as a Supervisor at TIS, where she oversaw construction site safety and operations. Her duties included inspecting construction sites, identifying potential hazards, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. She provided training to site workers on accident protocols and actively enforced safety rules to reduce the risk of workplace injuries. In collaboration with design and engineering departments, she helped establish project guidelines and contributed to the development of unique and efficient structures. Her leadership in maintaining a clean and organized work environment played a key role in improving team productivity and ensuring successful project outcomes.

🤝 Humanitarian Aid Service

As a Humanitarian Aid Advisor at UNIMAS from January 2014 to February 2015, Dr. Kowthar focused on advocacy against the use of Explosive Ordnance (EO) and expanding access to specialized services for affected populations. She conducted detailed needs assessments, identified service gaps, and developed strategic response plans. Her work included locating resources such as housing and employment opportunities for those in need. She also implemented strategic scheduling techniques to optimize service delivery and conducted training sessions based on updated humanitarian policies and protocols. Her contributions helped streamline operations and improve the overall effectiveness of humanitarian interventions.

🛠️ Skills and Core Competencies

Dr. Kowthar brings a wide range of skills and competencies to her professional practice. These include positive reinforcement strategies, creative lesson and activity planning, and conflict resolution. She is highly skilled in behavior management, data collection and analysis, and motivational communication. Her organizational capabilities, combined with her ability to lead cross-functional teams, make her a reliable asset in both academic and operational settings. Her experience also includes relationship building, strategic classroom arrangements, and maintaining safety awareness in varied work environments.

Notable Publications📝


📄 The role of photodynamic therapy in treating LSIL in women with high-risk HPV: a literature review

Authors: Kowthar Mohamed Shaie, Mohamed Abdulkadir Ali, Mlambo Andrea, Hu Yan

Journal: Lasers in Medical Science

Year: 2025


📄 Exploration of crucial oxidative stress-related genes as prognostic markers and therapeutic targets in cervical squamous cell carcinoma

Authors: Andrea Mlambo, Yuyang Zhang, Kowthar Mohamed Shaie, Su Shuyue, Tianle Weng, Jingying Bai, Chunchun Fang, Xiaodie Bai

Journal: Preprint

Year: 2025


📄 Knowledge mapping and visualization of trends in immunotherapy for ovarian cancer over the past five years: a bibliometric analysis

Authors: Kowthar Mohamed Shaie, Lian Sihan, Wang Yuli, Han Mengfei, Feng Renqian, Hu Yan

Journal: Frontiers in Immunology

Year: 2024

Ahmed Taha | Polymers | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ahmed Taha | Polymers | Best Researcher Award

South Valley University, Egypt

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🎓 Academic Qualifications

Dr. Ahmed Taha’s academic journey began at South Valley University, where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry in June 2012. He pursued further specialization through a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Chemistry, completing it in July 2018 with a thesis titled: “1,3-Dipolar Cycloaddition Chemistry as a Potential Route in Organic Synthesis.” Demonstrating a strong commitment to advancing knowledge, he completed his Ph.D. in Chemistry in September 2023, presenting a dissertation on “Some Novel Approaches in Organic Synthesis.” These qualifications highlight his deep expertise in organic synthesis and innovative research approaches.

👨‍🏫 Professional Experience

Assist Prof Dr. Ahmed Taha has amassed substantial experience in the field of chemistry, beginning his academic career as a Teaching Assistant in the Chemistry Department at the Faculty of Science, South Valley University from 21 November 2012 to 17 July 2018 in Qena, Egypt. He was then promoted to the position of Assistant Lecturer at the same department, serving from 18 July 2017 to 27 January 2023. Currently, since 28 January 2023, he holds the position of Organic Chemistry Lecturer at South Valley University, where he continues to contribute significantly to the academic community.

🌏 Additional Training and Skills

Beyond his core chemistry expertise, Dr. Ahmed Taha broadened his skill set by engaging in interdisciplinary learning. Between September 2020 and June 2021, he attended the International College of UCAS (University of Chinese Academy of Sciences), where he studied Elementary Chinese (Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing), Academic Morality and Writing Norms, as well as specialized courses in Organometallic Chemistry and Environmental Chemistry. This international exposure and language training enrich his academic profile, enabling cross-cultural communication and collaboration.

🔬 Research Focus and Contribution

Throughout his academic and professional career, Dr. Ahmed Taha has focused extensively on organic chemistry, particularly in cycloaddition reactions and novel synthetic methodologies. His M.Sc. and Ph.D. theses reflect a dedication to exploring innovative organic synthesis routes, contributing valuable insights to the field. As a lecturer, he combines his research with teaching, inspiring students and supporting the development of new scientific talents at South Valley University.

Notable Publications📝


📝A comprehensive review on preparation, functionalization and recent applications of nanofiber membranes in wastewater treatment

Authors: Ahmed G. Taha, Eslam Ibrahim El-Aswar, Hassan Ramadan, Hussin Elkik

Journal: Journal of Environmental Management

Year: 2021


📝One-pot synthesis of novel chitosan-salicylaldehyde polymer composites for ammonia sensing

Authors: Ahmed Muhammed Saeed, Ahmed Gaber Taha, Hemat Mohamed Dardeer, Moustafa Fawzy Aly

Journal: Scientific Reports

Year: 2024


📝Novel chitosan-acetyl isatin polymer derivatives: Synthesis, characterization, and applications in bone tissue engineering

Authors: Hemat M. Dardeer, Ahmed G. Taha, Ragab E. Abouzeid, Moustafa F. Aly

Journal: Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery

Year: 2024


📝Nitro-Substituted Benzaldehydes in the Generation of Azomethine Ylides and Retro-1,3-Dipolar Cycloadditions

Authors: Ahmed G. Taha, Elghareeb E. Elboray, Yusuke Kobayashi, Takumi Furuta, Hussien H. Abbas-Temirek, Moustafa F. Aly

Journal: The Journal of Organic Chemistry

Year: 2020


📝Synthesis, characterization, and antimicrobial evaluation of some novel anthracene heterocycles derivatives

Authors: Hemat M. Dardeer, Ahmed G. Taha, Rokaya B. Elamary

Journal: Journal of Heterocyclic Chemistry

Year: 2020

Zhuang Leng | Glass ceramics | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Zhuang Leng | Glass ceramics | Best Researcher Award

changchun university of science and tech, China

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🎓 Academic & Professional Background

Mr. Zhuang Leng is a dedicated researcher at Changchun University of Science and Technology, where he focuses on the study and development of special functional glass and crystal materials. His academic background combines theoretical knowledge with practical expertise in materials science, particularly in the exploration of advanced glass-crystal composites. With a passion for innovation, he actively contributes to the progression of high-performance materials used in various scientific and industrial fields.

🔬 Research Expertise & Focus

Mr. Leng’s primary research revolves around glass crystal systems, with a special emphasis on their optical, thermal, and mechanical properties. His work aims to enhance the functional performance of these materials, enabling their application in areas such as laser technologies, optoelectronics, and precision instrumentation. By investigating the structure–property relationships, he plays a key role in designing materials that meet the demands of modern engineering and photonic applications.

Notable Publications📝


📝Structure network topology and broadband 2.7 μm luminescence in Er³⁺/Pr³⁺ co-doped TeO₂–BaF₂–YF₃ glass

Authors: Shao, Zihao; Bai, Yuerong; Zhou, Dechun; Han, Kexuan; Qin, Fengjie

Journal: Ceramics International

Year: 2025


📝Study on the microstructure and luminescent properties of Dy³⁺-Doped tellurite glasses

Authors: He, Zelin; Zhou, Dechun; Chen, Liufei; Leng, Zhuang; Han, Wenbo

Journal: Optics and Laser Technology

Year: 2025


📝Design and optimization of a large mode field, low crosstalk homogeneous six-core photonic crystal fiber

Authors: Chen, Dexiao; Tan, Fang; Zhang, Zhitao; Cui, Shunfa; Leng, Zhuang

Journal: Journal of Non-Crystalline Solids

Year: 2025


📝Enhancement of topological network and yellow emission in Dy³⁺-doped tellurite glasses via Nb₂O₅ modification

Authors: He, Zelin; Zhou, Dechun; Chen, Liufei; Han, Kexuan; Leng, Zhuang

Journal: Journal of Alloys and Compounds

Year: 2025