Dr. Andrey Zhigachev | Materials Science | Materials Chemistry Advancement Award

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Dr. Andrey Zhigachev | Materials Science | Materials Chemistry Advancement Award

Doctorate at Institute of Solid State Physics, Russian Academy of Science |  Russia

Andrey Zhigachev, born in 1991, is an accomplished researcher with over a decade of expertise in the field of materials chemistry. Specializing in dense engineering zirconia ceramics and glass-ceramics for solid oxide fuel cells, Zhigachev has significantly contributed to the development and understanding of advanced materials.

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🎓 Academic Background

Andrey Zhigachev graduated magna cum laude in Physics from G.R. Derzhavin Tambov State University in 2013. He pursued his PhD from the same institution, focusing on Synthesis, Structure, and Properties of Novel Baddeleyite-Based Calcia-Stabilized Zirconia Ceramics. Successfully defending his PhD in 2016, Andrey laid the foundation for his expertise in dense engineering zirconia ceramics.

🧑‍🔬 Professional Expertise and Skills

With over a decade of experience in dense engineering zirconia ceramics, Andrey has specialized in phase composition, microstructure, mechanical properties, and low-temperature aging resistance. Additionally, his three years of expertise in glasses and glass-ceramics for solid oxide fuel cells have cemented his reputation as a researcher capable of bridging disciplines.
Andrey is proficient with advanced techniques, including:

X-ray diffractometry

Scanning and optical microscopy

Optical profilometry

Visible light and infrared spectroscopy

He also excels in high-energy ball milling, mechanochemical activation, and designing ceramics, alongside computational modeling using MatLab. Fluent in Russian and highly skilled in English, Andrey adapts rapidly to new challenges and environments.

🏢 Professional Career

  • Researcher (2011–2021)
    At the Research and Educational Center “Nanotechnologies and Nanomaterials” in Tambov, Russia, Andrey was responsible for the preparation and experimental/theoretical study of nanostructured zirconia ceramics. He also maintained specialized scientific equipment and conducted computational modeling for various physical processes.
  • Senior Researcher (2021–Present)
    Currently at the Institute of Solid State Physics RAS, Andrey’s work focuses on silicate and aluminosilicate glasses and glass-ceramics for solid oxide fuel cell systems. He is involved in developing novel experimental techniques for studying high-temperature inorganic sealants, contributing to advancements in clean energy technologies.

💡 Highlights of Research

Andrey’s PhD research on baddeleyite-based zirconia ceramics brought forward innovations in the field of calcia-stabilized ceramics, crucial for their applications in engineering and manufacturing. His ongoing research in high-temperature sealants holds promise for the development of efficient and durable solid oxide fuel cell systems, pivotal for sustainable energy solutions.

Publications Top Noted📝

Electrochemical behavior of perovskite-type Ce1−xCaxVO3 under reducing conditions

Authors: Tsipis, E.V., Zhigacheva, D.V., Zhigachev, A.O., Bredikhin, S.I., Kharton, V.V.
Journal: Journal of Solid State Electrochemistry
Year: 2024

The effect of CaO/MgO content on properties of barium aluminosilicate sealants for solid oxide fuel cells

Authors: Zhigachev, A.O., Iskanderova, A.R., Zhigacheva, D.V., Demeneva, N.V., Bredikhin, S.I.
Journal: Journal of Non-Crystalline Solids
Year: 2024

Calcium–Borosilicate Glass-Ceramics as a Sealant for Solid Oxide Fuel Cells

Authors: Zhigachev, A.O., Bredikhin, S.I., Agarkova, E.A., Matveev, D.V.
Journal: Russian Journal of Electrochemistry
Year: 2024

CaO-SiO2-B2O3 Glass as a Sealant for Solid Oxide Fuel Cells

Authors: Zhigachev, A.O., Agarkova, E.A., Matveev, D.V., Bredikhin, S.I.
Journal: Ceramics
Year: 2022

Doping of scandia-stabilized zirconia electrolytes for intermediate-temperature solid oxide fuel cell: A review

Authors: Zhigachev, A.O., Rodaev, V.V., Zhigacheva, D.V., Lyskov, N.V., Shchukina, M.A.
Journal: Ceramics International
Year: 2021

Prof Dr. Peter Rusinov, Materials Science, Excellence in Research Award

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Prof Dr. Peter Rusinov, Materials Science, Excellence in Research Award

Prof Dr. Peter Rusinov, Kuban State Technological University, Russia

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🎓Academic Background 

MSc in Engineering (2001-2006)
Kuban State Technological University

Candidate of Technical Sciences (2006-2010)
Don State Technical University

Doctor of Technical Sciences (2011-2019)
Platov South-Russian State Polytechnic University

📚Academic Appointments

Assistant Professor at Kuban State Technological University (2007-2009)

Associate Professor (Docent) at Kuban State Technological University (2010-2019)

Professor at Kuban State Technological University (2019-present)

🌐Professional Experience 

Scientific and Technical Expert for the Russian Science Foundation (2021-present)

Scientific and Technical Expert for the Scientific Research Institute (SRI FRCEC) (2021-present)

🔬Research Interests 

Peter Rusinov’s research spans across advanced materials for critical applications, focusing on:

Materials for Gas Turbine Engines

Materials for Nuclear Power Plants

Protective and High-Entropy Materials

Nanomaterials and Hybrid Materials

Ceramic and Nanoscale Materials

Plasma Surfacing, Laser Surfacing, and Magnetron Sputtering

Tribology, Electrochemistry, and Corrosion of Metals

Thermomechanical Processing and Plastic Deformation

Welding, Cyclic Durability, and Fracture Mechanics

🏆Awards & Honors 

2012: Diploma of the All-Russian Exhibition of Scientific and Technical Creativity of Youth

2013: Gold Medal of the Ministry of Higher Education for Best Scientific Student Work in Russian Universities

2014: Multiple awards including Gold Medal at the Moscow International Salon of Inventions and Bronze Medal at the International Salon of Inventions in Paris

2021: Gold Medal and Diploma at the Global Invention Forum in Cyprus

Publication Top Noted📝

Self-healing superhydrophobic coating with durability based on EP + PDMS/SiO2 double-layer structure design

Authors: Du, J., Wu, P., Kou, H., Rusinov, P., Zhang, C.

Journal: Progress in Organic Coatings

Year: 2024

Microstructure and mechanical properties of SiCp/CF/Al hybrid composites with heterostructure constructed by macroscopic “core-shell” structure

Authors: Li, W.-Q., Guo, Y., Liu, X.-G., Sasaki, G., Zhang, C.

Journal: Materials Science and Engineering: A

Year: 2024

Tribocorrosion behavior of TiZrHfNb-based refractory high-entropy alloys

Authors: Xiao, J.-K., Xu, G.-M., Chen, J., Rusinov, P., Zhang, C.

Journal: Wear

Year: 2024

The development, synthesis and research of multifunctional composite materials to increase the strength, reliability, and durability of units in various industries

Authors: Rusinov, P., Blednova, Z., Rusinova, A., Kurapov, G., Semadeni, M.

Journal: Advances in Materials Science Research

Year: 2023

Printing Cu on a Cold-Sprayed Cu Plate via Selective Laser Melting—Hybrid Additive Manufacturing

Authors: Chai, Q., Jiang, C., Huang, C., Rusinov, P., Yin, S.

Journal: Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing

Year: 2023

Development and Research of New Hybrid Composites in Order to Increase Reliability and Durability of Structural Elements

Authors: Rusinov, P., Blednova, Z., Rusinova, A., Kurapov, G., Semadeni, M.

Journal: Metals

Year: 2023

Prof Dr. Eman Osman, Materials Science, Best Researcher Award 

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Prof Dr. Eman Osman, Materials Science, Best Researcher Award 

Prof Dr. Eman Osman, National Institute of Standards, Egypt

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Education 🎓

B.Sc. in Chemistry

M.Sc. in Analytical Chemistry

Ph.D. in Textile Metrology

Professional Experience💼 

Professor: Textile Metrology Division, Chemical Metrology Department, NIS (since May 23, 2017)

Associate Professor: NIS (June 1, 2011 – May 23, 2017)

Researcher: NIS (April 11, 2001 – June 1, 2011)

Researcher Assistant: NIS (November 14, 1994 – April 10, 2001)

Assistant Researcher: NIS (June 17, 1991 – November 13, 1994)

Positions Held🏫

Head of Chemical Metrology Division: NIS (since February 1, 2024)

Head of Material Testing and Chemical Surface Analysis Lab: NIS (2023)

Head of Textile Metrology Lab: NIS (August 4, 2020 – August 4, 2021)

Head of Reference Materials Lab: NIS (2017-2019)

Official Trainer: Textile Metrology Lab and External Training Office (2009-2021)

Research Interests 🔬

Textile Metrology: Advanced methods in textile testing and standards 📊

Nanotechnology: Application in textile production and environmental safety 🌐

Chemical Metrology: Development of new standards and testing methods 🔬

Memberships🏛️

National Institute of Standards (NIS) Arbitration Committee 🏛️

Biomedical Polymers and Polymeric Biomaterials Society (ISBPB) 🌍

Polymer Science and Technology Society, NRC, Egypt 🧪

Egyptian Standards Organization Technical Committee 📜

Reviewer for Scientific Journals🧪

Journal of Textile Institute (JOTI) 📖

Egyptian Journal of Chemistry 🧪

Cellulose Journal 📄

Journal of Saudi Chemical Society (JSCS) 🔬

Journal of Applied Polymer Science (APP) 📚

Awards🥇

1st place for “Best Seminar” at NIS (2014) 🥇

2nd place for “Best Seminar” at NIS (2017) 🥈

3rd place for “Best Published Manuscript” at NIS (2017) 🥉

Publications📝

Nanofinished medical textiles and their potential impact to health and environment

Authors: Osman, E.

Journal: Nanoparticles and their Biomedical Applications

Year: 2020

Towards Synthesis, Characterization and Properties of Smart Material Based on Chitosan Using Mn-IV Itaconic Acid as a Novel Redox Pair

Authors: Mostafa, K.M., Osman, E., Mahmoud, R.I., El-Sanabary, A.A.

Journal: Journal of Polymers and the Environment

Year: 2018

Fabrication and characterization of biodegradable polymer as multifunction finishing agent for natural fabrics

Authors: Osman, E.

Journal: Egyptian Journal of Chemistry

Year: 2018

Evaluation the using of nano materials as self cleaning agents of different kinds of stained archeological textiles

Authors: Osman, E.M., Ibrahim, S.F., Essa, D.M.

Journal: Egyptian Journal of Chemistry

Year: 2017

The determination of conservation state of archaeological Moroccan Kilim by physical analytical methods

Authors: Osman, E.M., Zidan, Y.E., Fahim, N.K.

Journal: International Journal of Conservation Science

Year: 2017

Spectral evaluation studies on titanium dioxide nano-particles and their add-mixtures on textile fabrics

Authors: Ibrahim, S.F., Essa, D.M., Osman, E.M.

Journal: Egyptian Journal of Chemistry

Year: 2016

 

Assoc Prof Dr. Mh Busra Fauzi, Materials Science, Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Mh Busra Fauzi, Materials Science, Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Mh Busra Fauzi, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Malaysia

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🌟Summary

  • Dr. Fauzi MB is an accomplished Associate Professor specializing in Tissue Engineering at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM). With extensive experience in both academic and research roles, he leads initiatives in biomaterials and regenerative medicine, focusing on advancing tissue engineering technologies.

🎓Education

  • PhD in Tissue Engineering (2017)
    Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)
  • BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Science (2009)
    Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)
  • Matriculation (2005)
    Negeri Sembilan Matriculation College
  • SPM (2003)
    Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Lui Barat
  • PMR (2001)
    Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Lui Barat

 💼Professional Experience

  • Head of Program @CTERM, UKM (April 2023 – Present)
  • Internal Auditor for Malaysia Research Assessment (MyRA) (March 2023 – March 2025)
  • Ethics Committee Member (Permanent Member) at UKM
  • Associate Professor (Biomaterials) at CTERM, Faculty of Medicine, UKM (January 2023 – Present)
  • Head, CTERM, UKM (January 2023 – Present)
  • Deputy Head, CTERM, UKM (January 2021 – January 2023)
  • Programme Coordinator (MSc), CTERM, UKM (January 2020 – January 2021)
  • Intellectual Property Ambassador, Faculty of Medicine, UKM (January 2020 – January 2021)
  • Senior Lecturer cum Research Fellow at Tissue Engineering Centre, UKM Medical Centre (January 2011 – December 2020)
  • Quality Manager for ISO 17025:2008 (August 2014 – December 2020)

🔬Research Interests

Dr. Fauzi’s research revolves around tissue engineering, focusing on:

  • Cell and Tissue Culture
  • Cell Delivery Systems
  • Drug Delivery Systems
  • Designing and Fabrication of Biomaterials
  • Rapid Treatment of Total Skin Loss

🤝Academic Collaboration

Dr. Fauzi collaborates with leading experts and institutions such as:

  • Professor Dr. Fadilah Rajab – UKM Malaysia
  • Professor Yasuhiko Tabata – Kyoto University, Japan
  • Dr. Yosuke Hiraoka – Nitta Gelatin Inc., Japan

📝Publications

Effect of Multiple-Cycle Collections of Conditioned Media from Different Cell Sources towards Fibroblasts in In Vitro Wound Healing Model

Authors: Fadilah, N.I.M., Fauzi, M.B., Maarof, M.

Journal: Pharmaceutics

Year: 2024

Progress in Wound-Healing Products Based on Natural Compounds, Stem Cells, and MicroRNA-Based Biopolymers in the European, USA, and Asian Markets: Opportunities, Barriers, and Regulatory Issues

Authors: Srivastava, G.K., Martinez-Rodriguez, S., Md Fadilah, N.I., Fauzi, M.B., Panetsos, F.

Journal: Polymers

Year: 2024

Antibacterial Polylysine-Containing Hydrogels for Hemostatic and Wound Healing Applications: Preparation Methods, Current Advances and Future Perspectives

Authors: Pourshahrestani, S., Zeimaran, E., Fauzi, M.B.

Journal: Biomaterials Science

Year: 2024

Assessing the Efficacy of Curcumin-Loaded Alginate Hydrogel on Skin Wound Healing: A Gene Expression Analysis

Authors: Zamani, S., Salehi, M., Ehterami, A., Fauzi, M.B., Abbaszadeh-Goudarzi, G.

Journal: Journal of Biomaterials Applications

Year: 2024

Multifunctionalised Skin Substitute of Hybrid Gelatin-Polyvinyl Alcohol Bioinks for Chronic Wound: Injectable vs. 3D Bioprinting

Authors: Masri, S., Fadilah, N.I.M., Hao, L.Q., Hiraoka, Y., Fauzi, M.B.

Journal: Drug Delivery and Translational Research

Year: 2024

ECM-Derived Biomaterials for Regulating Tissue Multicellularity and Maturation

Authors: Smandri, A., Al-Masawa, M.E., Hwei, N.M., Fauzi, M.B.

Journal: iScience

Year: 2024