Yan-Yan Yin | Sensing materials | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Yan-Yan Yin | Sensing materials | Best Researcher Award

Nankai University Binhai College, China

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šŸŽ“ Educational Experience

Prof. Yin began her academic journey with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Qufu Normal University (2002–2006). She then pursued her Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry at Nankai University (2006–2012), where she conducted comprehensive research in coordination chemistry and materials synthesis. During her doctoral studies, she expanded her international perspective through a Joint Ph.D. program at the University of Texas at Austin (2009–2010), where she collaborated with leading experts in the field and deepened her understanding of global research practices.

🧪 Research Interests

Prof. Yin’s research focuses on two core areas of materials science. First, she explores functional complexes, especially MOFs, due to their tunable structures and high surface area, which make them ideal for chemical sensing and storage. Second, she is dedicated to the development of gas and humidity sensing materials, with a focus on creating robust, lead-free, and environmentally friendly alternatives for real-time monitoring of human physiological conditions. Her innovations contribute to the next generation of smart sensors with applications in health, safety, and environmental monitoring.

šŸ‘©ā€šŸ« Professional Appointments

Prof. Yin’s professional academic career has been rooted at Nankai University Binhai College, where she has steadily advanced through the academic ranks. She was appointed as a Lecturer in 2014 and held this position until 2018. Following her early success in teaching and research, she was promoted to Associate Professor in 2019, a role she fulfilled until 2023. In 2024, she was elevated to the position of Professor, a testament to her significant scholarly output, mentorship, and leadership in the academic community.

🌐 Social and Academic Appointments

Prof. Yin is actively involved in various professional organizations and scholarly activities. She is a member of the Chinese Chemical Society, reflecting her engagement with the national chemistry community. Her excellence in the field has been recognized with the title of Vebleo Fellow, an honor awarded to accomplished scientists with notable contributions to materials science and chemical innovation. Additionally, she serves as a peer reviewer for six SCI-indexed journals, where she plays a vital role in ensuring the quality and integrity of published scientific research.

Notable PublicationsšŸ“


šŸ“In-situ pyrolysis of lead-free halide perovskite Csā‚‚SnCl₆ micro-octahedra to CsCl@Csā‚‚SnCl₆ composites for robust physiological humidity monitoring

Authors: Wang, C.-J.; Guo, C.-C.; Zhang, L.-X.; Qiu, Q.-D.; Song, Q.-W.; Yin, Y.-Y.; Bie, L.-J.

Journal: Microchemical Journal

Year: 2025


šŸ“Indium‑chlorine dual-defects induced all-inorganic lead-free perovskite Csā‚‚InClā‚…Ā·Hā‚‚O for non-contact monitoring of human physiological humidity

Authors: Yue, Y.-W.; Zhang, L.-X.; Song, Q.-W.; Chai, J.-H.; Yin, Y.-Y.; Chen, S.-S.; Bie, L.-J.

Journal: Microchemical Journal

Year: 2025


šŸ“MOF-derived high-entropy oxides (YTbDyErYb)ā‚‚Oā‚ƒ for boosted non-contact physiological humidity monitoring induced by oxygen vacancy modulation

Authors: Cui, Y.; Zhu, S.-G.; Zhang, L.-X.; Shao, H.; Zheng, J.; Yin, Y.-Y.; Bie, L.-J.

Journal: Journal of Alloys and Compounds

Year: 2024


šŸ“An ultra-sensitive humidity sensor based on lead-free halide perovskite Csā‚‚TeI₆ for real-time human breath and finger monitoring

Authors: Zhao, M.-M.; Li, C.-T.; Zhang, L.-X.; Bie, L.-J.; Yin, Y.-Y.

Journal: Materials Letters

Year: 2023


šŸ“H-bonding interactions enable a 3D pillared cobalt (II) coordination polymer for touchless finger moisture detection

Authors: Dong, H.; Zhang, L.-X.; Xu, H.; Yin, Y.-Y.; Zhao, X.-B.; Bie, L.-J.

Journal: Tungsten

Year: 2023


šŸ“Intermolecular interactions enabled a semiconducting 2D supermolecular complex with robust humidity sensing performance

Authors: Yin, Y.-Y.; Zhang, L.-X.; Feng, X.-L.; Cui, Y.; Gong, X.-Y.; Bie, L.-J.

Journal: Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical

Year: 2023

Dr. Adithya Tantri – polymer bricks – Young Scientist Award

Dr. Adithya Tantri – polymer bricks – Young Scientist Award

Manipal Academy of Higher Education, India

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šŸŽ“Academic QualificationsĀ 

Dr. Adithya Tantri has a strong educational background in civil engineering. He earned his Ph.D. in Concrete Specialization from the Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT) between 2019 and 2022, achieving a CGPA of 8.33. His academic pursuit continued with an M.Tech (By Research) in Transportation from the National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK), where he completed his studies between 2014 and 2016 with a CGPA of 7.54. Prior to his postgraduate education, he completed his B.E. in Civil Engineering from Alva’s Institute of Engineering & Technology, Moodbidri, affiliated with Visvesvaraya Technological University, achieving an overall percentage of 75.00%. Dr. Tantri’s foundational education includes a Diploma in Civil Engineering from N.R.A.M.P, Nitte, where he scored 70.01%, as well as a strong performance in his S.S.L.C (10th Standard) from S.N.V High School, Karkala, with 81.60% in 2007.

šŸ”¬Research InterestsĀ 

Dr. Tantri’s research interests lie in advancing sustainable and innovative technologies in civil engineering. His primary areas of interest include Rheology and 3D Printing of Concrete, focusing on improving the flow properties and structural design of concrete materials. He is also committed to exploring the Utilization of Industrial Wastes in Concrete, promoting environmental sustainability and reducing material costs. His work on the Use of Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement (RAP) in Concrete aims to develop techniques for incorporating recycled materials into concrete, thus enhancing the sustainability of construction practices. Another key area of his research is Asphalt Concrete with Warm Mix Technology, which improves the performance of asphalt used in road construction while minimizing environmental impact.

šŸ’¼Work Experience

Dr. Tantri has accumulated a rich and diverse set of academic and research experiences, allowing him to contribute significantly to the fields of civil engineering and concrete technology. He worked as a Project Assistant at the National Institute of Engineering and Technology (NITK), Surathkal, Karnataka, where he contributed to a SERB-funded research project focusing on the experimental investigation of rutting and flexural behavior of structural asphalt mixes with warm mix asphalt additives. At Alva’s Institute of Engineering & Technology, Moodbidri, he served as an Assistant Professor, delivering lectures to B.E. students on various civil engineering topics. Dr. Tantri also worked as a Research Scholar at Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT), where he engaged in research on concrete technology. In addition, he held the position of Assistant Professor at Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering, where he taught B.E. and M.Tech students. Currently, he continues to serve as an Assistant Professor at Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT), teaching subjects in civil engineering and contributing to the academic development of students.

šŸ’»Software SkillsĀ 

Dr. Tantri possesses strong technical proficiency in several essential software tools that support his academic and research work. His expertise includes using AutoCAD 2D & 3D for creating technical drawings and designs related to civil engineering projects. He is proficient in Origin Pro for data analysis and visualization, as well as Image J for image processing tasks. Additionally, Dr. Tantri has experience with Basic C & C++ programming, enabling him to implement computational solutions for engineering problems. His MS Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) facilitate effective communication and documentation, while his proficiency in Photoshop enhances his ability to work with images in research presentations. MINITAB aids in statistical analysis, and he is well-versed in working with various versions of Windows (XP, 7, 8, 10), ensuring his adaptability with different operating systems and software environments.

Notable PublicationsšŸ“„


šŸ“„Machine-Learning-Algorithm to predict the High-Performance concrete compressive strength using multiple data
  • Authors: Muralidhar Vaman Kamath, Shrilaxmi Prashanth, Mithesh Kumar, Adithya Tantri

  • Journal: Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology

  • Year: 2024

šŸ“„Utilization of cashew nut-shell ash as a cementitious material for the development of reclaimed asphalt pavement incorporated self-compacting concrete
  • Authors: Adithya Tantri, Gopinatha Nayak, Muralidhar Kamath, Adithya Shenoy, Kiran K Shetty

  • Journal: Construction and Building Materials

  • Year: 2021

šŸ“„Development of self-compacting concrete using Bailey aggregate grading technique in comparison with Indian standard code of practice
  • Authors: Adithya Tantri, Gopinatha Nayak, Adithya Shenoy, Kiran K Shetty

  • Journal: Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology

  • Year: 2022

šŸ“„Implementation assessment of calcined and uncalcined cashew nut-shell ash with total recycled concrete aggregate in self-compacting concrete employing Bailey grading technique
  • Authors: Adithya Tantri, Gopinatha Nayak, Adithya Shenoy, Kiran K Shetty, Jagadisha Achar, Muralidhar Kamath

  • Journal: Innovative Infrastructure Solutions

  • Year: 2022

šŸ“„Thermal transmission characteristics of plastic optical fibre embedded light transmitting concrete
  • Authors: Adithya Shenoy, Gopinatha Nayak, Adithya Tantri, Kiran Kumar Shetty

  • Journal: Materials Today: Proceedings

  • Year: 2022