Nagamuthu Sadayappan | Physics | Research Excellence Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Nagamuthu Sadayappan | Physics | Research Excellence Award

SSM Institute of Engineering and Technology | India

Assist. Prof. Dr. Nagamuthu Sadayappan is an accomplished physicist with strong expertise in materials science, nanotechnology, and energy-related research. He earned his B.Sc. in Physics from Madurai Kamaraj University, followed by an M.Sc. from Bharathidasan University, and an M.Phil. from Madurai Kamaraj University. He completed his Ph.D. in Physics at The Gandhigram Rural Institute (Deemed University), where his research laid a strong foundation in advanced functional materials. His academic and research career includes international postdoctoral experience at the University of Ulsan, South Korea, and the University of Jinan, China, contributing significantly to nanomaterials, electrochemical energy storage, and surface/interface science. He currently serves as an Assistant Professor of Physics at SSM Institute of Engineering & Technology, teaching core engineering physics courses and laboratories. His research interests span nanomaterials for batteries, electrochemical energy systems, optical and surface characterization, and functional thin films, with extensive hands-on experience in SEM, electrochemical workstations, spectroscopy techniques, and glove-box battery assembly. Dr. Sadayappan has received prestigious fellowships from the Government of India, multiple best performance awards, a best research paper award from the Korean Battery Society, and recognition among the world’s top 2% scientists as listed by Stanford University in 2025. He also serves as a reviewer for several high-impact international journals, reflecting his standing in the global research community.

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Featured Publications

Supercapacitor Studies on NiO Nanoflakes Synthesized Through a Microwave Route
– ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, 2013, 5(6), 2188–2196
Microwave Assisted Synthesis of Co3O4 Nanoparticles for High-Performance Supercapacitors
– Electrochimica Acta, 2013, 106, 500–505
Synthesis of Mn3O4/Amorphous Carbon Nanoparticles as Electrode Material for High Performance Supercapacitor Applications
– Energy & Fuels, 2013, 27(6)
Hybrid Supercapacitor Devices Based on MnCo2O4 and FeMn2O4 Electrodes
– Applied Surface Science, 2016, 390, 202–208
Porous NiO/C Nanocomposites as Electrode Material for Electrochemical Supercapacitors
– ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering, 2013, 1(9), 1110–1118

Prof. Dr. Jonas Duarte | Carbon Allotropes | Materials Chemistry Advancement Award

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Prof. Dr. Jonas Duarte | Carbon Allotropes | Materials Chemistry Advancement Award

Federal University Western Pará | Brazil

Prof. Dr. Jonas Duarte is a distinguished academic and researcher serving as a Professor at the Federal University of Western Pará. With a solid educational background in Physics and Electrical Engineering from the Federal University of Pará (UFPA), he has built a robust foundation in scientific inquiry and advanced technology. Throughout his career, he has gained extensive experience in cutting-edge nanotechnology research, contributing significantly to the fields of electronic transport, quantum materials, and condensed matter physics. His main research interests revolve around carbon allotropes, graphene-based nanodevices, and the detection of Majorana fermions in Kitaev chains using Green’s functions. Dr. Duarte applies ab initio calculations to simulate electronic properties of emerging two-dimensional materials, furthering the development of molecular nanoelectronics. A dedicated scholar, he has published his findings in several high-impact scientific journals and has been involved in various interdisciplinary research collaborations. His professional memberships at the Federal University of Western Pará and the Federal University of Pará demonstrate his continuous contribution to academia. Recognized for his efforts in pioneering computational and theoretical studies, he continues to lead innovations in nanoscience, shaping the future of carbon-based device technologies.

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Featured Publications

Cardoso, D.H., Miranda, I.R.S., Mota, E.A.V., Duarte, J.M., dos Santos da Silva, S.J., da Silva, C.A.B., & Del Nero, J. (2025). Numerical implementation of phagraphene as patch resonator for a microstrip antenna. Optical and Quantum Electronics.

Quaresma, L.C., Ferreira, D.F.S., Duarte, J.M., Moura-Moreira, M., da Silva, C.A.B., Jr., & Del Nero, J. (2025, November). Eigenchannel Visualization and Transition-Voltage Spectroscopy in Two-Dimensional C-57 Allotrope. Computational Condensed Matter.

Quaresma, L.C., Duarte, J.M., Ferreira, D.F.S., da Silva, C.A.B., Jr., & Del Nero, J. (2025, October). Electronic transport modulation in C-57: A path toward carbon-based logic and switching devices. Physica E: Low-dimensional Systems and Nanostructures.

Duarte, J.M., Santos, J.C.S., Ferreira, D.F.S., Paula, M.V.S., Mota, E.A.V., da Silva, C.A.B., & Del Nero, J. (2025, March). Systematic investigation of a metallic quadrilateral nanoribbon graphene allotrope for application in nanoelectronics. Computational Condensed Matter.

Duarte, J.M. (2024, November 1). Metodologias ativas e educação ambiental: uma revisão integrativa sobre abordagens inovadoras para o ensino de energia solar. Ensino e Tecnologia em Revista.

Mr. T. T. Khaleelul Rahman | Biopolymer Nanocomposites | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. T. T. Khaleelul Rahman | Biopolymer Nanocomposites | Best Researcher Award

University of Calicut | India

Mr. T. T. Khaleelul Rahman is an emerging researcher in the field of Physics, with a strong academic foundation and a growing passion for scientific innovation. He is currently pursuing an Integrated M.Sc. in Physics at the University of Calicut, Kerala, where his academic excellence is reflected in a remarkable GPA of 94.5%. His coursework spans a wide range of subjects including Mathematical Physics, Quantum Mechanics, Computational Physics, and Nanoscience, complemented by specialized study in nanomaterials for energy production and storage. His research interests focus on Material Science, Computational Physics, Nanoscience, Energy Storage Technology, and Electronics. He has gained valuable research experience through an internship at the Centre for Polymeric Science and Technology under the mentorship of Prof. M. T. Ramesan, where he contributed to studies on polymeric nanocomposites. His earlier project explored optoelectrical enhancements in polyvinyl formal through nanocurcumin reinforcement. Beyond academics, he has demonstrated leadership as an academic volunteer in programs such as NSS and Saasthrayan and has worked as a freelance physics educator for competitive exams. His academic distinction has earned him several recognitions including the Prof. Joseph Mundassery Scholarship and the P. Shehan Endowment Award. Rahman continues to pursue excellence with a vision to advance materials and energy research.

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Featured Publications

Najmu Shabah, N., Khaleelul Rahman, T. T., Gopika, R., & Ramesan, M. T. (2025, July 7). Multifunctional polyvinyl alcohol / maranta arundinacea starch / LiAgO nanocomposites: A sustainable approach for antibacterial and optoelectronic applications. Journal of Thermoplastic Composite Materials.

Ramesan, M. T., Gopika, R., Khaleelul Rahman, T. T., Jamsheena, K. T., & Bahuleyan, B. K. (2025, April). Impact of nanocurcumin on mechanical, optical and electrical properties of chitosan/polyvinyl alcohol blend nanocomposites for sustainable applications. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules.