Qi Sun | Membrane Materials | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Qi Sun | Membrane Materials | Best Researcher Award

Zhejiang University | China

Prof. Qi Sun is a distinguished chemist and academic leader recognized for impactful contributions to chemical and biochemical engineering, particularly in materials chemistry and catalysis. He earned his PhD in Chemistry from Zhejiang University (2009–2014) under the mentorship of Feng-Shou Xiao, following a Bachelor’s degree in Material Chemistry from Harbin University of Science and Technology (2005–2009). After completing doctoral training, he gained extensive international research experience as a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at Zhejiang University, supervised by Jixue Li and Feng-Shou Xiao, and subsequently in the Department of Chemistry at the University of South Florida under Shengqian Ma. These roles strengthened his expertise in advanced functional materials, porous materials, catalysis, and structure–property relationships. He currently serves as Professor at the College of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering, Zhejiang University, where he leads innovative research integrating chemistry, materials science, and engineering applications. His academic excellence has been recognized through multiple prestigious honors, including Outstanding Doctoral Thesis at Zhejiang University, National Scholarship and Outstanding Graduate Student awards, and Outstanding Undergraduate Graduation Thesis distinction. Through sustained research innovation, mentorship, and scholarly leadership, Prof. Qi Sun continues to advance chemical science and foster the next generation of researchers.


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Dr. Mohammad Barati | Modeling | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Mohammad Barati | Modeling | Best Researcher Award

University of Kashan | Iran

Dr. Mohammad Barati is an accomplished researcher and assistant professor in applied chemistry at the University of Kashan. He earned his Ph.D. in Applied Chemistry from the University of Tehran, following an M.Sc. and B.Sc. in Applied Chemistry from the University of Tabriz. Dr. Barati has extensive research experience in renewable energy and nanotechnology, focusing on the conversion of microalgae into biodiesel and bio-jet fuel using supercritical media, simultaneous bio-diesel and hydrogen production, and the development of polymer nanocomposites for drug delivery and bio-applications. His work also encompasses the synthesis and performance evaluation of magnetic polymer nanocomposites and their use as scaffolds in cell culture. Recognized for his excellence in teaching, he has been ranked first in annual faculty teaching evaluations at the University of Kashan and has received awards including the provincial first prize for university startups and the second-rank award at the Sabzkooh National Technology Festival. Dr. Barati’s research contributes significantly to sustainable energy, biofuel production, and advanced polymer materials, reflecting his dedication to both scientific innovation and academic excellence.

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Fanaee, G., Barati, M., & Bashiri, H. (2026). “Process optimization, kinetics, thermodynamics and kinetic Monte Carlo modeling of catalyzed biodiesel production in supercritical medium” in Renewable Energy.

Aghilinategh, M., Barati, M., & Hamadanian, M. (2024). “Supercritical microalgae conversion to biofuel and value‐added components (oxygenates, hydrocarbons, and aromatics): A catalyst characterization study” in Environmental Progress & Sustainable Energy.

Alirezaei Alavije, A., Barati, F., Barati, M., Nazari, H., & Karimi, I. (2021). “Polyethersulfone/MWCNT nanocomposite scaffold for endometrial cell culture: preparation, characterization, and in vitro investigation” in Biomedical Physics & Engineering Express.

Barati, M. (2019). “Nanobiocatalytic processes for producing biodiesel from algae” in Sustainable Bioenergy (Book chapter).

Alirezaie Alavijeh, A., Barati, M., Barati, M., & Abbasi Dehkordi, H. (2019). “The potential of magnetic nanoparticles for diagnosis and treatment of cancer based on body magnetic field and organ-on-the-chip” in Advanced Pharmaceutical Bulletin.

Mirzaie, Z., Reisi-Vanani, A., & Barati, M. (2019). “Polyvinyl alcohol-sodium alginate blend, composited with 3D-graphene oxide as a controlled release system for curcumin” in Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology.