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. Andrey Zhigachev | Materials Science | Materials Chemistry Advancement Award

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