Dr. Wenjie Yan | Triboelectric Nanogenerator | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Wenjie Yan | Triboelectric Nanogenerator | Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at College of Mathematics & Physics, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, China

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🎓 Academic & Professional Background

Yan Wenjie, a lecturer at the College of Mathematics & Physics, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, holds a master’s degree from Capital Normal University (2016) and a doctorate from Beijing Institute of Technology (2020). He completed his post-doctoral research at the Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems, CAS, in 2022. His research focuses on triboelectric nanogenerators, sensors, and 2D micro-devices, where he received the China Postdoctoral Fund and led an enterprise-commissioned project. With 17 SCI papers (500+ citations), including in Nature Communications, Advanced Materials, and Advanced Energy Materials, he holds 2 patents and teaches 2 courses. His contributions to triboelectric nanogenerators and strong academic collaborations have earned him significant recognition.

🔬 Areas of Research

Triboelectric Nanogenerator (TENG): Wenjie Yan made groundbreaking discoveries, such as the contact enhancement phenomenon, which increases output energy by prolonging contact time. He also invented a flexible film discharge switch, enhancing energy conversion efficiency and used aerodynamics to improve device robustness. Additionally, his work on the asymmetric structure capacitor effect broke traditional surface charge density limitations.

Sensor Research: Yan achieved remarkable advancements in strain sensors, boasting an ultra-high gauge factor, and gas sensors with ultra-high sensitivity using optical effects, demonstrating his expertise in sensor development.

Surface-Enhanced Raman Scattering (SERS): In the SERS field, Yan discovered the secondary photoreaction and, combining it with microfluidics, developed a highly repeatable single molecule detection microfluidic chip. This breakthrough was widely recognized, with Advanced Science News covering the achievement.

Publications Top Noted 📝

Giant Gauge Factor of Van der Waals Material Based Strain Sensors

Authors: Yan, W., Fuh, H.-R., Lv, Y., Chang, C.-R., Wu, H.-C.

Journal: Nature Communications

Year: 2021

Enhanced NO2 Sensitivity in Schottky-Contacted n-Type SnS2 Gas Sensors

Authors: Yan, W., Lv, C., Zhang, D., Chang, C.-R., Wu, H.-C.

Journal: ACS Applied Materials and Interfaces

Year: 2020

Surface Enhanced Raman Scattering on Ion-Beam-Deposited TiNx/Si Substrates

Authors: Zhao, S., Zhao, Y., Ran, Y., Zhang, D., Wang, Z.

Journal: Nuclear Instruments and Methods in Physics Research, Section B: Beam Interactions with Materials and Atoms

Year: 2020

Electrical Contact Barriers Between a Three-Dimensional Metal and Layered SnS2

Authors: Lv, C., Yan, W., Shieh, T.-H., Hung, K.-M., Wu, H.-C.

Journal: ACS Applied Materials and Interfaces

Year: 2020

Sub-Millimeter Size High Mobility Single Crystal MoSe2 Monolayers Synthesized by NaCl-Assisted Chemical Vapor Deposition

Authors: Li, J., Yan, W., Lv, Y., Arora, S.K., Wu, H.-C.

Journal: RSC Advances

Year: 2020

Mr. Stephen Kamande, Renewable Energy and Fuel Cells, Best Researcher Award

Mr. Stephen Kamande, Renewable Energy and Fuel Cells, Best Researcher Award

Mr. Stephen Kamande, Technical University of Kenya, Kenya

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🌟Professional Summary

Mr. Stephen Mwaniki Kamande is a dedicated biotechnologist specializing in the identification and characterization of microorganisms for secondary metabolite production. His expertise spans biotechnology applications such as biofuel production, plant tissue culture, and molecular biology. Stephen aims to contribute innovations that promote research in biotechnology and influence policy for sustainable solutions. Currently, he serves as a Lab Manager at the Technical University of Kenya.

🎓Educational Background

M.Sc. Biotechnology (2024) – Kenyatta University

B.Phil. Biotechnology, First Class Honors (2016) – Technical University of Kenya

Higher Diploma in Biotechnology (2008) – Kenya Polytechnic University College

Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences (2001) – Kenya National Polytechnic

💼Professional Experience

Lab Manager (2013–Present)
Department of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, Technical University of Kenya

Supervise technical staff and manage lab operations

Schedule and allocate practical units

Participate in research and develop lab procedures

Administer and train in practical sessions

🔬Research Interests

Microbial Biotechnology: Enzymatic production for industrial applications, including biofuels

Plant Biotechnology: In vitro plant cell culture and transformation for crop and animal improvement

🛠Skills

Biotechnology Lab Management

Research and Data Analysis

Team Leadership and Collaboration

Communication and Technical Reporting

Publication Top Noted📝 

Production of cellulases by Xylaria sp. and Nemania sp. using lignocellulose substrates for bioethanol production from maize cobs

Authors: Kamande, S.M., Omwenga, G.I., Ngugi, M.P.
Journal: Heliyon
Year: 2024

 

Mr. Mehedi Shanta, Renewable Energy and Fuel Cells, Best Researcher Award

Mr. Mehedi Shanta, Renewable Energy and Fuel Cells, Best Researcher Award

Mr. Mehedi Shanta, Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology, Bangladesh

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🎓Education 

Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Production Engineering

Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST)

Higher Secondary Certificate

Birshreshtha Noor Mohammod Public College

Secondary School Certificate

Bashurhat A.H.C Government High School

💼Professional Experience 

Business Analyst – SCM, Zenith Safety Solution

Analyzing operations and sales data, predictive analysis, and improving supply chain operations.

Intern – Supply Chain, GAO Tek Inc.

Sourcing products, logistics management, and participating in training sessions.

🔬Research Interests 

Operations research

Decision analysis

Stochastic optimization

Supply chain and logistics management

Machine Learning

Waste management

🛠️Technical Skills 

Computer-aided Design: SOLIDWORKS, Fusion 360 (Basic)

Numerical Analysis: MS Excel, Minitab, MATLAB

Programming Languages: Python (Basic), C

Software: MS Word, LibreOffice, MS PowerPoint, Canva

Operating Systems: macOS, Windows

🏆Awards and Honors 

1st Runner-up in ‘CaseScape’ national industrial case-solving competition (2022)

Outstanding Project Showcase Award in Product Design and Development course (2021)

National Education Board Scholarships for HSC (2017) and SSC (2015)

Publication📚

“Municipal solid waste management: Identification and analysis of technology selection criteria using Fuzzy Delphi and Fuzzy DEMATEL technique”

Authors: M.H. Shanta, I.A. Choudhury, S. Salman

Journal: Heliyon

Year: 2024