Dr. Kshipra Sharma, Materials Science, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Lund University, Sweden

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📚 Academic and Professional Background

Dr. Kshipra Sharma, a postdoctoral researcher at Lund University’s Centre for Analysis and Synthesis. My research investigates the growth dynamics of earth-abundant metal phosphides, such as nickel-phosphide (Ni-P), for catalyst applications using Environmental Transmission Electron Microscopy (ETEM). I hold a PhD in Nanoelectronics and Nanotechnologies from the University of Grenoble Alpes, France, specializing in atomic-scale defect formation and analysis in 2D materials like graphene and transition metal dichalcogenides using atomic-resolution TEM techniques. Additionally, I possess an integrated B.Tech-M.Tech in Nanotechnology from the University of Rajasthan, India. My expertise in advanced TEM-based techniques and nanomaterials structural engineering supports my current focus on developing low-cost and efficient catalysts for sustainable energy.

🔬 Areas of Research

Atomic-scale designing of nanostructures, including atomically thin 2D layers and nanoparticles for advancements in sustainable energy research.

📌 Key Research Projects

Formation dynamics study of earth-abundant nickel phosphide catalysts using Environmental Transmission Electron Microscopy (ETEM) for CO2 capture and conversion.

Investigating morphology-dependent hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) performance of Co2Ni-Phosphide heterostructures.

Designing bimetallic catalysts for hydrogen evolution reaction: Real-time growth study of nanoparticles with ETEM.

🧬 Previous Research Experience

Atomic-scale defect formation study in two-dimensional materials using advanced transmission electron microscopy (TEM) techniques (2019-2022).

PMMA removal from the graphene surface using downstream plasma (2019-2022).

Atomic-scale mapping of local electric field and electrostatic potential in 2D materials via four-dimensional (S)TEM (2019-2022).

Fabrication and modification of metal-fullerene nanocomposite using ion beam (2018-2019).

Development of flexible supercapacitors for wearable electronics (2017-2018).

Development of a targeted nano-drug delivery system for cancer treatment (2016).

Publications Top Noted📝 

Flexible supercapacitor based on three‐dimensional cellulose/graphite/polyaniline composite

Authors: Kshipra Sharma, Kapil Pareek, Rupesh Rohan, Pawan Kumar

Journal: International Journal of Energy Research

Year: 2019

Low temperature, easy scaling up method for development of smart nanostructure hybrid lipid capsules for drug delivery application

Authors: Sunil Kumar Yadava, Suparna Mercy Basu, Meenakshi Chauhan, Kshipra Sharma, Arpan Pradhan, V Remya, Jyotsnendu Giri

Journal: Colloids and Surfaces B: Biointerfaces

Year: 2020

Temperature induced surface plasmon resonance in Au/aC nanocomposite thin film

Authors: Ritu Vishnoi, Kshipra Sharma, Ganesh D Sharma, Rahul Singhal

Journal: Vacuum

Year: 2019

Investigation of sequential thermal annealing effect on Cu-C70 nanocomposite thin film

Authors: Ritu Vishnoi, Kshipra Sharma, Shriniwas Yadav, Rahul Singhal

Journal: Thin Solid Films

Year: 2019

Practice of electron microscopy on nanoparticles sensitive to radiation damage: CsPbBr3 nanocrystals as a case study

Authors: Tuan M Duong, Kshipra Sharma, Fabio Agnese, Jean-Luc Rouviere, Hanako Okuno, Stéphanie Pouget, Peter Reiss, Wai Li Ling

Journal: Frontiers in Chemistry

Year: 2022

Dr. Jiaojiao Du, Materials Science, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Yangzhou Universtiy, China

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🎓 Educational Background

Jiaojiao Du completed her Ph.D. in Materials Science at the School of Materials Science and Engineering, Northeastern University, Shenyang, China, from September 2011 to May 2016. Her doctoral research focused on the applications of nano film and granular film in magnetic and biomedical fields. Prior to her Ph.D., she pursued a Master’s degree in Condensed Matter Physics at the School of Science, also at Northeastern University, from September 2009 to July 2011, where she concentrated on exploring nanomaterial properties for scientific and practical applications. She began her academic journey with a Bachelor’s degree in Physics at the School of Science, Bohai University, Jinzhou, China, from September 2005 to July 2009, where she built a strong foundation in physics and materials science.

🔬 Research Areas

Jiaojiao’s research interests are extensive and centered around nano and protective film technologies. She investigates nano films and nano granular films, particularly nanocrystalline films applied in magnetic and biomedical fields, with a focus on understanding the growth and nucleation of these films under the influence of high magnetic fields. This work reveals the control mechanisms of nano film microstructures and their potential applications. Her work in absorbing materials involves developing hollow core and porous nano magnetic C-polyhedral nanoparticles with strong absorbing properties to combat electromagnetic radiation pollution, thus protecting electronic devices and human health. Additionally, Jiaojiao specializes in protective films and coatings that are wear-resistant, corrosion-resistant, and heat-conducting. These protective films significantly enhance thermal conductivity and insulation properties and are instrumental in extending the operational life of marine devices through self-cleaning coatings.

💼 Employment

Jiaojiao Du has contributed to academia and research in several prestigious institutions. As a Visiting Scholar at the Department of Mechanics and Engineering Science, Peking University, Beijing, China, from April 2019 to March 2020, she focused on developing microfluidic devices with nano films to separate and analyze circulating tumor cells using magnetic fields. Her work also included detection of tumor cell differentiation through electrical signals. Since May 2018, she has been a Lecturer at the College of Mechanical Engineering, Yangzhou University, Jiangsu, China, leading research on the growth and nucleation of magnetic nanocrystalline films and nanoparticle microstructures with absorbing properties for electromagnetic applications. Previously, she served as a Lecturer at the College of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Qingdao Binhai University, Shandong, China, from September 2016 to January 2018, where she investigated protective films that enhance thermal conductivity, corrosion resistance, and durability of marine devices.

🏆 Honors and Awards

Jiaojiao has received several notable awards for her contributions to science and technology. In 2022, she was awarded the Chinese Government Scholarship by the China Scholarship Council to support study abroad. In 2019, she was recognized for her contributions to the Lyu Yang Jin Feng Science and Technology Program, acknowledging her innovative projects in science and technology. She also held the position of Vice President of Science and Technology in the Double Initiative Project, which emphasized scientific advancements and technological innovation.

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