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

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

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​