Dr. Marco Pelanconi | Advanced Ceramics | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Marco Pelanconi | Advanced Ceramics | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Marco Pelanconi is a researcher specializing in additive manufacturing of ceramics, computational design, and topology optimization. His work bridges materials engineering with advanced processing techniques to create high-performance ceramics for energy conversion and structural applications. With a background in mechanical and materials engineering, he has developed expertise in hybrid additive manufacturing methods, computational modeling, and experimental validation. He is currently a postdoctoral research fellow at the Hybrid Materials Laboratory at SUPSI, Switzerland, where he contributes to academic teaching, project management, and international collaborations while advancing innovative solutions in ceramics and composite materials.

SUPSI | Switzerland

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Education

Dr. Marco Pelanconi has built a strong academic foundation across leading institutions. He completed a PhD in Materials Engineering at the University of Padova, focusing his dissertation on complex architectures of Si-infiltrated polymer-derived ceramics, with guidance from Prof. Paolo Colombo and Prof. Alberto Ortona. Earlier, he earned an MSc in Materials Engineering and a BSc in Mechanical Engineering at SUPSI University of Applied Sciences, where his research centered on bio-inspired ultralightweight sandwich structures and porous ceramic structures for heat exchangers. To further enhance his expertise, he pursued advanced training in Predictive Multiscale Materials Design at MIT, Machine Learning for Materials Science with the American Ceramic Society, and short courses in Materials Selection and Design for Engineering at Cambridge University. He also obtained a Certified University Teaching Course (SEDIFO) from SUPSI, strengthening his academic teaching credentials.

Research & Professional Experience

Dr. Pelanconi is currently a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Hybrid Materials Laboratory, SUPSI, under the leadership of Prof. Alberto Ortona. His work involves managing graduate and undergraduate research projects, teaching MSc courses, and advising theses. He actively contributes to grant writing, project development, and research dissemination at both national and international levels. His expertise spans Additive Manufacturing of Ceramics, Computational Design, and Topology Optimization, with applications in energy conversion and advanced structural ceramics. Previously, he worked as a Research & Teaching Assistant at SUPSI, where he pioneered hybrid additive manufacturing methods for polymer-derived ceramics (PDCs), SiC, SiSiC, Si₃N₄, SiOC, and other high-performance materials. His career also includes visiting researcher positions at the University of Augsburg, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), and collaborations with leading European laboratories.

Awards & Recognition

Dr. Pelanconi’s impactful contributions to ceramic science and additive manufacturing have earned him multiple distinctions. His co-authored paper on High-strength Si–SiC lattices was honored with the John E. Marquis Award by the American Ceramic Society and the Editor’s Choice Outstanding Article Award. He has also been recognized with travel grants and student speaker awards at international conferences such as the ICACC and the Winter Workshop of ACerS. Earlier in his academic journey, he received the Best Business Plan Award from SUPSI-Raiffeisen Bank Group, reflecting his innovative and entrepreneurial mindset.

Memberships & Leadership Roles

Dr. Pelanconi is an active member of both the American Ceramic Society (ACerS) and the Italian Ceramic Society (ICerS). He has demonstrated leadership as a Session Chair at prestigious international conferences, including the International Conference on Advanced Ceramics and Composites (ICACC) and the Young Ceramists Additive Manufacturing Forum (YCAMF). He has also chaired expert groups on Powder Technology in Switzerland, fostering collaboration and innovation in the processing of nitride- and carbide-based ceramics.

Skills & Expertise

Renowned for his organization, leadership, and innovation, Dr. Pelanconi possesses strong expertise in computational design, materials processing, and additive manufacturing. He is skilled in parametric modeling, thermal and mechanical simulations, and the use of advanced ceramic densification techniques including powder bed fusion, binder jetting, stereolithography, preceramic polymer infiltration, pyrolysis, and reactive silicon infiltration. His proficiency extends to microstructural characterization methods such as SEM, XRD, TGA-DSC, and dilatometry, as well as mechanical and high-temperature testing. With over four years of teaching experience, journal reviewing, and proposal writing, he combines academic excellence with practical innovation, positioning himself as a rising leader in ceramic materials research and additive manufacturing.

Notable Publications

TPMS SiC structures produced by chemical vapour infiltration of SiC preforms shaped by powder bed fusion and binder jetting: a preliminary study on the early stages of the CVI process
Authors: Marco Pelanconi, Samuele Bottacin, Giovanni Bianchi, Davide Viganò, Vasileios Papageorgiou, Hristo Strakov, Alberto Ortona
Journal: Journal of the European Ceramic Society
Year: 2026

High‐strength Si–SiC lattices prepared by powder bed fusion, infiltration‐pyrolysis, and reactive silicon infiltration
Authors: Marco Pelanconi, Samuele Bottacin, Giovanni Bianchi, Dietmar Koch, Paolo Colombo, Alberto Ortona
Journal: Journal of the American Ceramic Society
Year: 2024

New, 3D Binder-Jetted Carbons with Minimal Periodic Surface Structures
Authors: Marco Pelanconi, P. Blyweert, Giovanni Bianchi, V. Nicolas, Davide Viganò, Samuele Bottacin, V. Fierro, A. Celzard, Alberto Ortona
Journal: SSRN
Year: 2023

Powder Bed Fusion of Polyamide Powders Combined with Different Preceramic Polymers Infiltration and Pyrolysis to Produce Complex-Shaped Ceramics
Authors: Marco Pelanconi, Samuele Bottacin, Paolo Colombo, Alberto Ortona
Journal: SSRN
Year: 2023

Dynamic modeling, simulation and optimization of the partially-autothermal reforming of biogas in coated monolith channels
Authors: Grigorios Pantoleontos, Nickolas D. Vlachos, Souzana Lorentzou, George Karagiannakis, Nikolaos I. Tsongidis, Maria Syrigou, Sandro Gianella, Luca Ferrari, Alberto Ortona, Marco Pelanconi
Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal Advances
Year: 2023

Powder bed fusion of polyamide powders combined with different preceramic polymers infiltration and pyrolysis to produce complex-shaped ceramics
Authors: Marco Pelanconi, Samuele Bottacin, Paolo Colombo, Alberto Ortona
Journal: Journal of the European Ceramic Society
Year: 2023

Conclusion

Through his academic journey and professional research, Marco Pelanconi has established himself as a promising scientist in the field of materials engineering and ceramics. His contributions combine deep technical expertise, strong teaching experience, and leadership in international collaborations. Recognized with prestigious awards and active participation in professional societies, he continues to push forward innovation in additive manufacturing and computational materials design. With a forward-looking approach, he seeks to develop advanced ceramic structures for energy conversion, structural integrity, and sustainability, making significant contributions to both academic research and industrial advancements in the global materials science community.

Dr. Suchit Sarin | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Suchit Sarin | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

University of Nebraska Lincoln |  United States

Dr. Suchit Sarin is a dedicated researcher in materials science and engineering with expertise in advanced characterization techniques and nanomaterials. His research bridges fundamental science and applied engineering, with a focus on microstructural evolution, ultrafast laser processing, and surface engineering for functional applications. With years of experience in both academic and industrial collaborations, he has contributed to developing lightweight materials, high-temperature coatings, and nanoscale structural analysis. Dr. Sarin has served as a researcher, engineer, and instrument manager, combining experimental and computational approaches to advance materials performance. His work reflects innovation, collaboration, and scientific curiosity within materials engineering.

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Education

Dr. Sarin is pursuing his Doctor of Philosophy in Materials Engineering at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, focusing on laser-material interactions and nanostructure formation. He completed a Master of Science by Research in Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science and a Master of Technology in Steel Technology from the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, where he conducted extensive research on lightweight steels, precipitation behavior, and computational modeling. He began his academic journey with a Bachelor of Technology in Materials Science and Metallurgical Engineering from the University Institute of Engineering and Technology, Kanpur.

Professional Experience

Dr. Sarin currently serves as an Instrument Manager for the FEI Helios NanoLab 660 SEM/FIB at the Nano-Engineering Research Core Facility, where he has trained numerous users, prepared specialized nano-structured samples, and collaborated with industrial and academic partners. As a Research Assistant at the Nebraska Center for Materials & Nanoscience, he has performed high-resolution TEM/STEM imaging, electron diffraction, and STEM-EDX mapping to study interfaces, crystallinity, and elemental distribution in advanced materials. He has also contributed as a Teaching Assistant in Materials Science, where he guided undergraduate laboratory experiments, taught materials characterization techniques, and developed remote instructional content during COVID-19 to ensure uninterrupted hands-on learning.

Earlier, he worked at the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay as a Project Research Engineer, focusing on pearilitic steel wires, laboratory design, and iron ore sintering optimization. At the Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory, Hyderabad, he served as a Junior Research Fellow, developing Fe–Cr–silicide coatings on niobium alloys to significantly improve high-temperature oxidation resistance.

Research Projects

Dr. Sarin’s doctoral research explores ultrafast laser processing of copper and aluminum, revealing mechanisms of self-organized micro/nano-structures and their role in heat transfer and functional coatings. His Master’s research at IIT Bombay focused on lightweight high-strength steels and computational modeling of electron beam melting of niobium alloys, combining both experimental and theoretical approaches. His Bachelor’s project on severe plastic deformation of 316L steel demonstrated grain refinement and strength enhancement, showcasing his early interest in structure–property relationships.

Materials Science Skills

Dr. Suchit Sarin is proficient in a wide range of materials science and nanotechnology techniques. His expertise includes operating advanced microscopes such as the Transmission Electron Microscope (TEM), Scanning TEM (STEM), and Scanning Electron Microscope/Focused Ion Beam (SEM/FIB). He is also skilled in optical microscopy, laser scanning confocal microscopy, X-ray diffraction, DC magnetron sputtering, CALPHAD (ThermoCalc), Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA), microhardness testing, and various metallographic techniques. These tools have enabled him to perform high-resolution material characterization, phase identification, and microstructural analysis for advanced engineering applications.

Software Proficiency

Complementing his experimental expertise, Dr. Sarin has strong command over MATLAB, GNU Octave, Microsoft Office, Origin, and ImageJ. His ability to integrate computational modeling with experimental research allows him to optimize processes and extract meaningful scientific insights.

Research Strengths

Dr. Suchit Sarin’s strengths lie in integrating advanced microscopy, nanomaterials synthesis, surface engineering, and computational modeling. His research has advanced understanding in laser-material interactions, oxidation-resistant coatings, lightweight steels, and nanostructured materials for functional applications. With his combined expertise in materials characterization, process optimization, and scientific mentorship, he continues to make impactful contributions to the field of materials science and engineering.

Notable Publications

Lightweight, thermally conductive liquid metal elastomer composite with independently controllable thermal conductivity and density
Authors: Ethan J Krings, Haipeng Zhang, Suchit Sarin, Jeffery E Shield, Sangjin Ryu, Eric J Markvicka
Journal: Small
Year: 2021

Pool boiling heat transfer enhancement using femtosecond laser surface processed aluminum in saturated PF-5060
Authors: Justin Costa-Greger, Logan Pettit, Andrew Reicks, Suchit Sarin, Chase Pettit, Jeffrey Shield, Craig Zuhlke, George Gogos
Journal: 2022 21st IEEE Intersociety Conference on Thermal and Thermomechanical Phenomena in Electronic Systems (iTherm)
Year: 2022

Microstructure and oxidation behaviour of Fe–Cr–silicide coating on a niobium alloy
Authors: Md Z Alam, S Sarin, MK Kumawat, DK Das
Journal: Materials Science and Technology
Year: 2016

Room Temperature Magnetic Skyrmions in Gradient-Composition Engineered CoPt Single Layers
Authors: Adam Erickson, Qihan Zhang, Hamed Vakili, Chaozhong Li, Suchit Sarin, Suvechhya Lamichhane, Lanxin Jia, Ilja Fescenko, Edward Schwartz, Sy-Hwang Liou, Jeffrey E Shield, Guozhi Chai, Alexey A Kovalev, Jingsheng Chen, Abdelghani Laraoui
Journal: ACS Nano
Year: 2024

Large refrigerant capacity in superparamagnetic iron nanoparticles embedded in a thin film matrix
Authors: Kaushik Sarkar, Surabhi Shaji, Suchit Sarin, Jeffrey E Shield, Christian Binek, Dhananjay Kumar
Journal: Journal of Applied Physics
Year: 2022

Augmented pool boiling heat transfer of PF-5060 using Femtosecond Laser Surface Processed Aluminum: Effect of laser fluence
Authors: Justin Costa-Greger, Logan Pettit, Andrew Reicks, Suchit Sarin, Chase Pettit, Jeffrey Shield, Craig Zuhlke, George Gogos
Journal: 2023 22nd IEEE Intersociety Conference on Thermal and Thermomechanical Phenomena in Electronic Systems (ITherm)
Year: 2023

Conclusion 

Dr. Suchit Sarin represents a blend of rigorous academic training, hands-on technical expertise, and collaborative research experience. His work spans from fundamental studies of microstructural evolution to applied engineering solutions in advanced materials design, lightweight alloys, and surface engineering. Through his academic and professional journey, he has demonstrated commitment to advancing materials characterization, developing functional nanostructures, and mentoring future scientists. His contributions highlight the importance of integrating experimental insights with computational methods to solve engineering challenges. With a forward-looking approach, Dr. Sarin continues to contribute meaningfully to the field of materials science and its applications across industries.

Ms. Nour Merhi | Materials Science | Young Researcher Award

Ms. Nour Merhi | Materials Science | Young Researcher Award

Nour Merhi is a dedicated Research Assistant at the American University of Beirut, specializing in thermal sensing and materials chemistry. With a strong academic background in chemistry and a passion for scientific discovery, she has contributed to advanced research in conjugated polymers and metal-organic frameworks. Her academic and extracurricular pursuits demonstrate leadership, collaboration, and initiative. She has held prominent roles such as president of student-led STEM organizations, while also participating in community outreach. Nour’s work blends rigorous experimental techniques with analytical insight, aimed at innovating in the field of chemical sensing. Her efforts have been recognized through multiple academic honors and grants.

American University of Beirut | Lebanon

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Academic Background

Ms. Nour earned her Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the American University of Beirut between August 2019 and June 2022, followed by a Master of Science in Chemistry from the same institution, completed between August 2022 and June 2024. Prior to university, she obtained the Lebanese Baccalaureate in Life Sciences from Bourj International College in June 2019.

Research Experience

As a Graduate Research Assistant at AUB since August 2022, Nour works in a cutting-edge physical and analytical laboratory. Her research centers around thermal sensing technologies, leveraging advanced instrumentation to conduct precise material characterization for thermal and biosensing applications. Her work involves data collection, interpretation, and collaborative innovation in sensing strategy development. She has also served as an Undergraduate Research Assistant from May 2021 to July 2022, where she focused on heterocyclic chemistry, specifically synthesizing and analyzing triazine derivatives using FTIR and NMR spectroscopy, while also mentoring junior researchers.

Teaching Experience

From August 2022 to May 2024, Nour has contributed to chemistry education as a Graduate Teaching Assistant and Laboratory Instructor. She supported senior students in CHEM 234 (Biosensing), led experimental sessions for CHEM 220, covering thermodynamics, kinetics, electrochemistry, spectroscopy, and computational chemistry, and facilitated problem-solving sessions in CHEM 200 and CHEM 201. She also took responsibility for proctoring and evaluating undergraduate exams, ensuring academic integrity and learning outcomes.

Leadership & Extracurricular Activities

Nour actively engages in leadership and outreach. She is scheduled to present her research on MOFs for thermal sensing at the International Workshop on Advanced Materials (IWAM), February 2024. From July 2021 to July 2022, she served as President of the Chemistry Student Society (CSS) at AUB, organizing academic events for chemistry students. As President of the AGFE STEMer Club (2020–2022), she led initiatives focused on career development, mentorship, and networking for STEM students. She was also a representative in the AUB LEAD Initiative, hosting panels on Lebanon’s financial crisis, and volunteered with Dar Al Fatwa and Al Imdad Foundation, supporting marginalized communities and orphan outreach programs between 2020 and 2021.

Awards & Honors

Nour has been consistently recognized for her excellence. She was named to the Dean’s Honor List (2021–2022) at the American University of Beirut for academic distinction. She was awarded the prestigious Al Ghurair STEM Scholarship (2019–2022) for her exceptional academic potential in STEM fields. Most recently, she received the IWAM Travel Grant (2024), acknowledging her valuable research contributions and enabling her participation in a global materials science conference.

Notable Publications

Luminescence Nanothermometry: Investigating Thermal Memory in UiO-66-NH2 Nanocrystals
Authors: Nour Merhi, Abdullah Hakeem, Mohamad Hmadeh, Pierre Karam
Journal: ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces
Year: 2024

Sustainable Strategies for Converting Organic, Electronic, and Plastic Waste From Municipal Solid Waste Into Functional Materials
Authors: Abdelaziz Gouda, Nour Merhi, Mohamad Hmadeh, Teresa Cecchi, Clara Santato, Mohini Sain
Journal: Global Challenges
Year: 2025

Single Particle Insights into the Thermal Sensing of Conjugated Polyelectrolyte–Nanoparticle Assemblies
Authors: Kareem Alhafi, Nour Merhi, Pierre Karam
Journal: ACS Applied Optical Materials
Year: 2024

Sustainable Strategies for Converting Organic, Electronic, and Plastic Waste From Municipal Solid Waste Into Functional Materials (Global Challenges 4/2025)
Authors: Abdelaziz Gouda, Nour Merhi, Mohamad Hmadeh, Teresa Cecchi, Clara Santato, Mohini Sain
Journal: Global Challenges
Year: 2025

Self‐Assembly of UiO‐66 on Conjugated Polyelectrolytes: Toward Enhanced Photophysical Properties
Authors: Abdullah Hakeem, Nour Merhi, Pierre Karam, Mohamad Hmadeh
Journal: Particle & Particle Systems Characterization
Year: 2024

Conclusion

Through her academic journey and hands-on research experience, Nour Merhi has established herself as a promising contributor to the field of chemistry. Her dedication to advancing thermal and biosensing technologies through experimental research highlights her commitment to scientific development. In addition to her technical skills, her leadership in student societies and community initiatives reflects a well-rounded and proactive approach to education and service. As she continues to explore complex material systems and sensing applications, she is poised to make impactful contributions to both academic research and practical innovations in chemical science. Her career trajectory demonstrates clarity of purpose and a drive for excellence.

Ms. Krishna Debnath – Materials Science – Best Researcher Award

Ms. Krishna Debnath – Materials Science – Best Researcher Award

National Taiwan University of Science and Technology Department of Materials Science and Engineering  – Taiwan

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🎓 Educational Background

Ms. Krishna Debnath is a dedicated scholar in Material Science and Engineering, currently pursuing her Ph.D. at the National Taiwan University of Science and Technology. She holds an M.Tech in Material Science and Engineering from Tripura University and a B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from ICFAI University, Tripura.

🏢 Internships & Practical Experience

To enhance her technical expertise and industrial exposure, Miss Krishna Debnath has undertaken several internships at prestigious institutions. She completed a two-month internship at IIT-Indore, where she worked on high strain rate and its impact on specimens. Additionally, she gained practical experience at OTPC, Palatana, India, where she completed a two-month internship in the power sector. Her knowledge in polymer and material processing was further strengthened through a two-month internship at CIPET-CSTS, Agartala, India. She also explored the automobile sector through a one-month internship at Hero MotoCorp (Niladri Motors, Agartala, India). These internships have significantly contributed to her hands-on experience in engineering applications.

🔬 Ongoing Research & Work in Progress

Miss Krishna Debnath is actively engaged in cutting-edge research focusing on renewable energy and structural analysis. She is currently working on the experimental analysis of wind loads on floating photovoltaic solar panel arrays and their economic implications. Her research also includes the development of wind-resilient solar power systems through an integrative approach and structural analysis of PV tracking systems for enhanced reliability. Furthermore, she is conducting an experimental and economic analysis of wind-resilient floating photovoltaic solar panel arrays, providing crucial structural insights for improved PV tracking systems. Her work aims to enhance the efficiency and durability of solar energy systems, addressing real-world challenges in renewable energy solutions.

🏅 Achievements & Certifications

Miss Krishna Debnath has received several prestigious awards and certifications, showcasing her technical proficiency and academic excellence. She was honored with the “Humen Technology Ansys Paper Award”, awarded by CADMEN, Taiwan, for her outstanding research contributions. She has also earned the title of “Senior Rubber Technician (QP No: RSC/Q0832)”, awarded by the Rubber Skill Development Council (RSDC). Her expertise in digital marketing was recognized through Google Digital Unlocked, where she completed “The Fundamentals of Digital Marketing” certification. She has further expanded her knowledge through certifications such as “Skill about the laws, principles, and concepts of thermodynamics”, awarded by Advanced Educational Institute, and “Introduction to Biomedical Engineering – Biomaterials”, awarded by Udemy. Additionally, she holds a certification in “Cert Prep for Autodesk Certified Professional: AutoCAD for Design and Drafting” from Autodesk Design Academy. She has also gained expertise in Artificial Intelligence, completing the “Foundations of Artificial Intelligence” certification from Skill UP, India. Her knowledge in metal casting is validated by the “Mechanical-Metal Casting” certification from nptelhrd & Cursa. Furthermore, her contribution as a reviewer in Solar Energy research was acknowledged with a “Certificate of Reviewing”.

Notable Publications📝


📝Effect of mechanical milling of fly ash powder on compressive strength of geopolymer

Authors: Krishna Debnath, Dipankar Das, Prasanta Kumar Rout

Journal: Materials Today: Proceedings

Year: 2022


📝Numerical and experimental analysis of aerodynamic forces on floating photovoltaic systems: Insights into design optimization and economic feasibility

Authors: Krishna Debnath, Chien-Chun Hsieh, Chao-Yang Huang, Chung-Feng Jeffrey Kuo

Journal: Results in Engineering

Year: 2025


📝Experimental investigation and economic evaluation of wind impacts on the solar panel array of a floating photovoltaic (FPV) system across different turbulence intensities

Authors: Krishna Debnath, Chien-Chun Hsieh, Chao-Yang Huang, Jagadish Barman, Chung-Feng Jeffrey Kuo

Journal: Energy Nexus

Year: 2025

 

Dr. Ahmed Shakir, Materials Science, Best Researcher Award

Dr. Ahmed Shakir, Materials Science, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at University of Anbar, Iraq

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🎓Educational Background

Ph.D. in Photonics Engineering
University of Malaya, Malaysia (Nov 2018 – Sep 2021)

Master of Philosophy in Wireless Communications and Networks Engineering
University of Putra Malaysia, Malaysia (Jun 2014 – Sep 2017)

Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Engineering
AL-Maarif University College, Iraq (Aug 2008 – May 2011)

Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering
University of Baghdad, Iraq (Sep 2003 – Oct 2007)

💼Professional Experience 

Research Assistant
Photon Research Centre, University of Malaya (Apr 2018 – Sep 2019)
Focus: Q-switched and mode-locked pulse lasers, fabrication of nanomaterials.

Lecturer
Department of Electrical Engineering, University of Anbar, Iraq (Sep 2022 – Jun 2024)
Focus: Laser technologies, congestion control in WBANs, and high-impact publications.

Research Interests 🔬

Congestion control algorithms for Wireless Body Area Networks (WBANs)

Routing protocols design and performance analysis

Passively Q-switched and mode-locked fiber lasers using nanomaterials like Graphene and Carbon Nanotubes

Fabrication of novel Metal Oxide and Organic materials for pulse fiber laser generation

Algorithms for improving handover decisions in heterogeneous wireless networks

Design of rectangular microstrip patch antennas

Laser uranium enrichment and plasma accelerators

🛠️Top Skills 

Matlab, OptiSystem, P-spice, Multisim: Upper Intermediate

Photoshop, Wireshark, HTML, Linux Ubuntu: Intermediate

C Programming, NS-2, NS-3: Intermediate

Microsoft Office, LaTeX: Upper Intermediate

PHP: Beginner

Publications Top Noted📚

Max Phase Chromium–Titanium–Aluminum Carbide for Ultrafast Laser Generation in the 1.55 μm Range

Authors: Al-Hiti, A.S., Mohammed, N.A., Nabeel, M., Sattar, N.A.

Journal: Journal of Russian Laser Research

Year: 2024

Fabrication of nanocrystalline SnO2 films by Nd:YAG pulsed laser deposition method for gas sensor applications

Authors: Kadhim, S.M., Hamed, E.K., Abdullah, H.H., Dawood, Y.Z., Al-Hiti, A.S.

Journal: Journal of Optics (India)

Year: 2024

Femtosecond Mode-Locked 1.5 μm Fiber Laser Based on PEDOT: PSS as Saturable Absorber

Authors: Al-Hiti, A.S., Yasin, M., Najm, M.M., Harun, S.W.

Journal: Optics Communications

Year: 2024

Soliton Ultrafast Fiber Laser with V4AlC3 MAX Phase in 2 µm Region

Authors: Al-Hiti, A.S., Yasin, M., Harun, S.W.

Journal: Optical Fiber Technology

Year: 2023

MAX Phase V4AlC3 for Generating Q-Switched Pulses in 2 µm Region

Authors: Al-Hiti, A.S., Yasin, M., Harun, S.W.

Journal: Optik

Year: 2023

 

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

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 

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. Budhy Kurniawan, Materials Science, Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Budhy Kurniawan, Materials Science, Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Budhy Kurniawan, Universitas indonesia, Indonesia

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🎓Education 

  • BSc: Physics Department, University of Indonesia (1987-1992)
  • Master’s: Physics Department, Graduate Study Program, University of Indonesia (1993-1995)
  • Research Student: Institute for Solid State Physics, The University of Tokyo (Oct 1995 – Mar 1997)
  • PhD: Dept of Physics, Tokyo Institute of Technology (Apr 1997 – Feb 2000)
  • Post-Doctoral Research: Tokyo Institute of Technology (Jun 2002 – Sep 2002)

🏛️Professional Experience 

  • Head of Doctoral and Master’s Program in Materials Science, Universitas Indonesia (2022-2027)
  • Head of Academic Record Data Management at Universitas Indonesia (2015-2020)
  • Secretary of the Department of Physics, Universitas Indonesia (2002-2010)
  • Coordinator of Education at the Department of Physics, Universitas Indonesia (2000-2010)
  • Lecturer/Researcher at Universitas Indonesia (1992-present)
  • Head of ESR Laboratory (2000-present)
  • Guidance Team Member for Indonesian students at IJSO (2011-present)
  • Advisory Team Member for Indonesian students at IPhO (2002-present)
  • Accreditation Assessor for higher education (Various roles)

🔬Research Interests 

  • Magnetic Materials: Exploring magnetic properties and applications of materials such as La0.7(BaxCaySrz)0.3MnO3.
  • Environmental Physics: Analyzing correlations between gas pollutants and meteorological factors affecting PM2.5 concentrations.
  • Material Engineering: Developing anti-corrosion coatings and investigating magnetoresistance in composites.
  • Functional Materials: Engineering materials for magnetoresistance and data storage.

📝Publications

Nickel Salt Dependency as Catalyst in the Plating Bath on the Film Properties of Cu/Cu-Ni

Authors: Rosyidan, C., Kurniawan, B., Soegijono, B., Vidia Putra, V.G., Susetyo, F.B.

Journal: Science and Technology Indonesia

Year: 2024

Thermoelectric optimization using first principles calculation and single parabolic band model: a case of Ca0.5La0.5−x Bi x MnO3 (x = 0, 0.25)

Authors: Raharjo, B.M., Kurniawan, B., Soegijono, B., Razaq, D.S., Suprayoga, E.

Journal: Modelling and Simulation in Materials Science and Engineering

Year: 2024

Magnetoresistance (MR) properties of magnetic materials

Authors: Vitayaya, O., Zul Nehan, P.Z., Munazat, D.R., Manawan, M.T.E., Kurniawan, B.

Journal: RSC Advances

Year: 2024

Investigation of the impact of A-site cation disorder on the structure, magnetic properties, and magnetic entropy change of trisubstituted divalent ions in La0.7(Ba,Ca,Sr)0.3MnO3 manganite

Authors: Munazat, D.R., Kurniawan, B., Kurita, N., Sudiro, T., Nojiri, H.

Journal: Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics

Year: 2024

The magnetocaloric effect properties for potential applications of magnetic refrigerator technology: a review

Authors: Nehan, P.Z.Z., Vitayaya, O., Munazat, D.R., Darminto, D., Kurniawan, B.

Journal: Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics

Year: 2024

Effect of Zn substitution on magnetic properties and magnetic entropy change in La0.7Ba0.25Nd0.05Mn1-xZnxO3 (x = 0.03 and 0.05) synthesized by using sol-gel method

Authors: Munazat, D.R., Kurniawan, B., Razaq, D.S., Rhyee, J.S., Nanto, D.

Journal: Physica B: Condensed Matter

Year: 2024

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

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

Dr. Satadru Kashyap, Advanced Materials, Best Researcher Award

Dr. Satadru Kashyap, Advanced Materials, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Department of Mechanical Engineering, Tezpur University, India

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🌟Summary

  • Dr. Satadru Kashyap is an Assistant Professor (Senior Scale) in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Tezpur University, Assam, India. He has a rich background in both academia and industry, combining hands-on experience in inspection and corrosion control with a strong focus on polymeric composites and materials science.

🎓Education

  • Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering – Tezpur University, India (2014-2019)
    Thesis: Development of Industrial Lime Sludge Waste filled Polymeric Composites
  • M.Sc. in Materials Engineering – University of Alberta, Canada (2008-2010)
  • B.E. in Engineering – National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NIT), Surathkal, India (2001-2005)

💼 Professional Experience

  • Assistant Professor (Selection Grade) – Tezpur University (Sept 2022 – Present)
  • Assistant Professor (Senior Scale) – Tezpur University (Sept 2017 – Sept 2022)
  • Manager – Inspection and Corrosion – Essar Oil Limited (Sept 2011 – Aug 2012)
  • Graduate Engineer Trainee – Essar Oil Limited (Jun 2005 – Jun 2006)

🔬Research Interests 

  • Manufacturing: Techniques and technologies in manufacturing processes
  • Materials Science: Study of polymeric composites and their applications
  • Waste Management: Utilization of industrial waste in material development

💡Sponsored Projects

  • Underwater Repair and Maintenance of Corroded Steel Structures
    Sponsored by IIT Guwahati (INR 6,00,000)
  • Multi-Crop Residue Processing Technology
    Sponsored by DST-SERB (INR 1,43,00,000)
  • Utilization of Calcium Carbonate from Lime Sludge Waste
    Sponsored by DST-SERB (INR 24,30,000)

🏆Awards & Recognition 

  • John A. Rogers International Eminent Teacher Award 2023
  • Young Faculty Award 2022
  • Best Paper Awards (2017, 2013)
  • ASNT Level II Certified Inspector
  • Mary Louise Imrie Graduate Student Award
  • Postgraduate Scholarship, University of Alberta

📝Publications

Computational modelling of tensile flow parameters for 2219Al alloys microalloyed with Cd

Authors: Gogoi, S., Banerjee, S., Kirtania, S., Kashyap, S., Bhadra, R.

Journal: International Journal on Interactive Design and Manufacturing

Year: 2024

Finite element and numerical analysis for structural responses of natural fibre-based epoxy composites

Authors: Borah, P.P., Kashyap, S., Kirtania, S., Banerjee, S.

Journal: International Journal on Interactive Design and Manufacturing

Year: 2024

Numerical modeling of dynamic heat flow behaviour during friction stir welding of Al-Cu alloy

Authors: Bhadra, R., Banerjee, S., Mondal, A.K., Mushahary, S., Roy, P.

Journal: International Journal on Interactive Design and Manufacturing

Year: 2024

Effect of hybridisation on the mechanical and weathering characteristics on jute-arecanut leaf-epoxy composites

Authors: Deka, N.P., Hazarika, K.P., Upadhaya, N., Kirtania, S., Banerjee, S.

Journal: Advances in Materials and Processing Technologies

Year: 2024

Investigation of the properties and weathering behaviour of arecanut sheath fibre reinforced epoxy composites

Authors: Ali, A., Kashyap, S., Kirtania, S.

Journal: Advances in Materials and Processing Technologies

Year: 2024

A Brief Review on Electrochemical Discharge Machining Process

Author: Kashyap, S.

Journal: Modern Hybrid Machining and Super Finishing Processes: Technology and Applications

Year: 2024