Sandeep Jain | Structural Design | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Sandeep Jain | Structural Design | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at Yeungnam University | South Korea

Dr. Sandeep Jain is a distinguished researcher and academic specializing in metallurgical engineering and materials science, with a strong focus on alloy design, high-entropy alloys, and the integration of machine learning in materials development. He has an impressive track record of publications in high-impact journals, editorial roles in reputed scientific platforms, and peer review contributions to leading international journals. His work bridges computational modeling, experimental validation, and advanced materials characterization, making significant contributions to the fields of lightweight alloys, high-temperature materials, and sustainable manufacturing techniques.

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Education Details

Dr. Jain earned his doctoral degree in Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science from the Indian Institute of Technology Indore, where he demonstrated excellence through high academic performance and impactful research. He also completed a master’s degree in the same discipline from the same institution, further refining his technical expertise. His academic journey began with a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from MBM Engineering College, Jodhpur, where he laid the foundation for his multidisciplinary approach to materials research.

Professional Experience

Dr. Jain’s professional career includes roles as International Research Professor (Assistant Professor) at Yeungnam University, South Korea, where he focuses on designing lightweight refractory high-entropy alloys for high-temperature applications using machine learning and experimental approaches. Previously, he worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Sungkyunkwan University, South Korea, engaging in the design of multicomponent alloys and optimization of injection molding processes through computational intelligence. He also served as a Research Associate at the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, investigating mechanical and creep behavior of superalloys and developing improved plating techniques. Earlier, at the Indian Institute of Technology Indore, he contributed as a Project Associate and PhD Research Scholar, where his research spanned phase equilibria studies, CFD analysis, and integrated alloy development. Alongside research, he has significant teaching experience, having assisted in numerous undergraduate and postgraduate courses in materials science, solidification, mechanical workshop, and computational modeling.

Research Interests

Dr. Jain’s research interests encompass the design and development of alloys for lightweight and high-strength applications, high-entropy alloys for high-temperature performance, and the application of machine learning in materials design and property prediction. He has a deep interest in computational fluid dynamics, finite element methods, and advanced materials characterization. His work also explores additive manufacturing processes, sustainable alloy production, and predictive modeling to minimize experimental trials while accelerating innovation in materials engineering.

Awards and Honors

Dr. Jain has been recognized with multiple prestigious honors, including international and global achievement awards that acknowledge his academic excellence and research impact. He has also received fellowships during his doctoral and master’s studies from the Government of India, and has qualified in competitive national-level examinations. His professional memberships in leading materials societies further reflect his active engagement in the scientific community.

 Dr. Sandeep Jain stands out as a versatile and impactful researcher in materials science and metallurgical engineering. His innovative approach, particularly in integrating machine learning with alloy design, positions him at the forefront of modern materials research. Through his continued work, he aims to advance high-performance, sustainable materials solutions that address critical challenges in engineering and manufacturing.

Santosh Nandi | structural design | Young Researcher Award

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Dr. Santosh Nandi | structural design | Young Researcher Award

Postdoctoral Fellow at Universidad Tecnológica Metropolitana Santiago, Chile

Dr. Santosh S. Nandi is currently a Fondecyt Postdoctoral Fellow in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Faculty of Engineering, Metropolitan Technological University, Chile. His research spans functional nanomaterials, nanocomposites, metal-organic frameworks, and hybrid structures for advanced energy, sensor, optical, and catalytic applications. Nandi has contributed significantly through numerous international publications, patents, book chapters, and active involvement in global scientific communities.

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Education & Experience 

Dr. Santosh S. Nandi holds a Ph.D. in Nanomaterials from Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belagavi, obtained through the Angadi Institute of Technology and Management. He completed his M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry at Fergusson College, Pune University, and earned a B.Sc. degree with specialization in Chemistry, Botany, and Geology from G. S. Science College under Karnataka University, Dharwad.

Professional Development 

  • Fondecyt Postdoctoral Fellow at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Metropolitan Technological University, Chile.

  • Former Assistant Professor at KLE Technological University, Dr. M. S. Sheshgiri Campus, Belagavi, India.

  • Active member and contributor to multiple international collaborative research projects in the fields of functional nanomaterials and nanocomposites.

Research Focus 

  • Synthesis and characterization of functional nanomaterials and metal-organic frameworks for advanced energy storage and gas sensing applications.

  • Investigation of electrical, optical, dielectric, and photoluminescent properties of rare-earth-doped nanocomposites for photovoltaic, sensor, and supercapacitor technologies.

  • Development of innovative hybrid nanomaterials for catalysis, gas storage, and environmental remediation.

Awards and Honors

  • Awarded a Gold Medal during undergraduate studies in Geology by Karnataka University, Dharwad.

  • Received Best Oral Presentation Award at the International Conference on Advances in Material Science (ICAMS-2020).

  • Multiple international patents granted in Australia, India, and Germany for novel nanostructure synthesis and sensor development.

Publication Top Notes

1. Removal of hexavalent Chromium-Industry treated water and Wastewater: A review
✏️ Authors: SS Kerur, S Bandekar, MS Hanagadakar, SS Nandi, GM Ratnamala, et al.
🗞️ Materials Today: Proceedings, 42, 1112–1121 (2021) – Citations: 146

📚 2. Enhanced photoluminescence properties of Gd(x−1)SrxO:CdO nanocores and their study of optical, structural, and morphological characteristics
✏️ Authors: V Adimule, SS Nandi, BC Yallur, D Bhowmik, AH Jagadeesha
🗞️ Materials Today Chemistry, 20, 100438 (2021) – Citations: 76

📚 3. Synthesis, Characterization of Cr Doped TeO₂ Nanostructures and its Application as EGFET pH Sensor
✏️ Authors: V Adimule, RG Revaiah, SS Nandi, AH Jagadeesha
🗞️ Electroanalysis, 33(3), 579–590 (2021) – Citations: 65

📚 4. Optical, structural and photoluminescence properties of GdₓSrO:CdO nanostructures synthesized by Co-precipitation method
✏️ Authors: V Adimule, SS Nandi, BC Yallur, D Bhowmik, AH Jagadeesha
🗞️ Journal of Fluorescence, 31(2), 487–499 (2021) – Citations: 65

📚 5. A Facile Synthesis of Poly(3‐octyl thiophene):Ni₀.₄Sr₀.₆TiO₃ Hybrid Nanocomposites for Solar Cell Applications
✏️ Authors: V Adimule, A Suryavanshi, Y BC, SS Nandi
🗞️ Macromolecular Symposia, 392(1), 2000001 (2020) – Citations: 43

📚 6. 🚫 RETRACTED ARTICLE: Recent Advances in the One-Pot Synthesis of Coumarin Derivatives from Different Starting Materials Using Nanoparticles: A Review
✏️ Authors: VM Adimule, SS Nandi, SS Kerur, SA Khadapure, S Chinnam
🗞️ Topics in Catalysis, 1–1 (2022) – Citations: 41

📚 7. A facile synthesis of Cr doped WO₃ nanostructures, study of their current-voltage, power dissipation and impedance properties of thin films
✏️ Authors: V Adimule, S Nandi, HJ Adarsha
🗞️ Journal of Nano Research, 67, 33–42 (2021) – Citations: 41

📚 8. Enhanced Power Conversion Efficiency of the P3BT (Poly-3-Butyl Thiophene) Doped Nanocomposites of Gd-TiO₃ as Working Electrode
✏️ Authors: V Adimule, SS Nandi, AH Jagadeesha Gowda
🗞️ Techno-Societal 2020: Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference, (2021) – Citations: 34

📚 9. CNT/graphene-assisted flexible thin-film preparation for stretchable electronics and superconductors
✏️ Authors: V Adimule, SS Nandi, BC Yallur, N Shaikh
📖 Sensors for Stretchable Electronics in Nanotechnology, 89–103 (2021) – Citations: 32

📚 10. Semiconductor current-voltage characteristics of some novel perovskite ionic nanocomposites of Sr₀.₅, Cu₀.₄, Y₀.₁ and Sr₀.₅, Mn₀.₅ and their electronic sensor applications
✏️ Authors: SS Nandi, A Suryavanshi, V Adimule, SR Maradur
🗞️ AIP Conference Proceedings, 2274(1), 020006 (2020) – Citations: 28

📚 11. Devices and sensors based on additively manufactured shape-memory of hybrid nanocomposites
✏️ Authors: V Adimule, SS Nandi, BC Yallur
📖 Shape Memory Composites Based on Polymers and Metals for 4D Printing, (2022) – Citations: 25

📚 12. Synthesis, impedance, and current–voltage characteristics of strontium‐manganese titanate hybrid Nanoparticles
✏️ Authors: A Suryavanshi, V Adimule, SS Nandi
🗞️ Macromolecular Symposia, 392(1), 2000002 (2020) – Citations: 25

📚 13. Synthesis, Structural and Optical Properties of Co Doped Sm₂O₃ Nanostructures
✏️ Authors: S Nandi, V Adimule, BC Yallur
🗞️ Advanced Materials Research, 1173, 59–69 (2022) – Citations: 23

📚 14. Biogenic Synthesis of Magnetic Palladium Nanoparticles Decorated Over Reduced Graphene Oxide Using Piper Betle Petiole Extract (Pd-rGO@Fe₃O₄ NPs) as Catalyst
✏️ Authors: V Adimule, BC Yallur, MM Pai, SR Batakurki, SS Nandi
🗞️ Topics in Catalysis, 1–14 (2022) – Citations: 22

📚 15. Fabrication of novel rare earth doped ionic perovskite nanomaterials of Sr₀.₅, Cu₀.₄, Y₀.₁ and Sr₀.₅ and Mn₀.₅ for high power efficient energy harvesting
✏️ Authors: SS Nandi, A Suryavanshi, V Adimule, BC Yallur
🗞️ AIP Conference Proceedings, 2274(1), 020005 (2020) – Citations: 21

📚 16. Synthesis, Morphology and Enhanced Optical Properties of Novel GdₓCo₃O₄ Nanostructures
✏️ Authors: V Adimule, BC Yallur, SR Batakurki, S Nandi
🗞️ Advanced Materials Research, 1173, 71–82 (2022) – Citations: 20

📚 17. Rare earth based nanocomposite materials for prominent performance supercapacitor: a review
✏️ Authors: SS Nandi, V Adimule, SA Kadapure, SS Kerur
🗞️ Applied Mechanics and Materials, 908, 3–18 (2022) – Citations: 19

📚 18. Synthesis, characterization and impedance studies of novel nanocomposites of gadolinium titanate
✏️ Authors: V Adimule, A Suryavanshi, S Nandi
🗞️ IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering, 872(1), 012099 (2020) – Citations: 18

📚 19. Conversion of clinically isolated syndrome to multiple sclerosis: a prospective multi-center study in Eastern India
✏️ Authors: TK Banerjee, M Saha, E Ghosh, A Hazra, A Das, D Choudhury, S Ojha, et al.
🗞️ Multiple Sclerosis Journal–Experimental, Translational and Clinical, 5(2), (2019) – Citations: 18

📚 20. Super capacitor characteristics of novel rare earth perovskite nanomaterials of Sr₀.₅, Cu₀.₄, Y₀.₁
✏️ Authors: SS Nandi, A Suryavanshi, V Adimule, BC Yallur
🗞️ AIP Conference Proceedings, 2274(1), 020007 (2020) – Citations: 17

Conclusion

Dr. Santosh S. Nandi is a committed researcher and academician with extensive contributions to nanomaterial science, demonstrated through high-impact publications, patents, and active global collaborations. His strong interdisciplinary background and dedication to advanced materials research continue to drive innovations in energy, environmental, and sensor technologies.

MOUNIA MALKI | structural design| Best Scholar Award

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Dr . MOUNIA MALKI | structural design| Best Scholar Award

 Dr . MOUNIA MALKI ,International University of Rabat,Morocco

Dr. Mounia Malki is a distinguished academic at the International University of Rabat in Morocco. With a robust background in her field, she has made significant contributions through her research, teaching, and professional engagements. Dr. Malki’s work is characterized by her commitment to advancing knowledge and fostering academic excellence. She is well-regarded for her expertise and dedication to her students and the broader academic community.

 

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Education 🎓

Executive MS in Project and Program Management
International University of Rabat, 2024,SSGB (Six Sigma Green Belt)
International University of Rabat, 2024,PhD in Mechanical Engineering
Mississippi State University, 2020,SSYB (Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certificate)
Mississippi State University, 2019,MSc in Aerospace Engineering
Mississippi State University, G.P.A. 3.78/4.0, 2018,Engineering Diploma in Aerospace Engineering
International University of Rabat, 2018,DALF (French Language Advanced Diploma)
Institut Français de Rabat, 2016

Employment 💼

Program Committee Coordinator
Aerospace and Automotive Engineering School, UIR (09/2022 – Present),Member of the Engineering of Advanced Systems Laboratory
Ibn Tofail University Kenitra (02/2023 – Present),Member of the Renewable Energies and Advanced Materials Laboratory (LERMA) Advisory
(09/2022 – Present),Responsible for Materials, Structure, and Processes of Research Operation
(09/2022 – Present),Member of the ESTEM Association
(03/2022 – Present),Representant of the Program Committee at the Quality and Accreditation Committee Aero & Auto
(09/2021 – Present),Assistant Professor
International University of Rabat (09/2020 – Present),Responsible for the Second Year at the Aerospace and Automotive Engineering Department at UIR
(09/2020 – Present),Graduate Research Assistant
Los Alamos National Laboratory (01/2020 – 07/2020),French Translator
Mississippi State University (09/2019),Summer Visitor
Los Alamos National Laboratories (06/2019 – 08/2019),Graduate Research Assistant in Mechanical Engineering
Center of Advanced Vehicular Systems (CAVS), MSU (2018 – 2020),Graduate Distance Assistant in Aerospace Engineering
MSU (2017 – 2018),Project Manager
Indoor Camera Drone Conception (2015 – 2016),Engineering Intern
SNECMA SAFRAN Company, Casablanca (2015),Project Team Member
Conception of Refrigerating Gas Machine (2014),Engineering Intern
AIRCELLE SAFRAN Company, Casablanca (2014)

Honors/Awards 🏅

UIR-UL Joint Research Award
April 2023,LERMA Research Fellowship
UIR, September 2021,Mississippi State University/University of Paris-Saclay Joint PhD Research Award
June 2018,Graduate Research Assistantships
Mississippi State University (Spring 2018 – Spring 2020, Fall 2017 – Spring 2018),Moroccan Materials Education Excellence Scholarship,Mississippi State University (Fall 2016 – Fall 2017),UIR Excellence Scholarship
Université International de Rabat (Fall 2012 – August 2016)

Projects 🚀

Project Leader,UIR-UL Joint Research Program,Team Manager,Study of Microstructure Influence on Side-Impact Crashworthiness Behaviors of Doors for a Dodge Neon 1996Team Member,Study of the Behavior of Rolled Homogeneous Armor Steel,Team Member,Conception of a Multiphysics Mechanical-Thermo-Magneto-Electric Experimental Apparatus at Lynchburg University,Project Member,Low-Cost CPV in Morocco (LOUCOUM), Institut de Recherche en Energie Solaire et en Energie Renouvelable (IRISEN),Project Member,Improving the High Strain Rate and High Temperature Mechanical Characterization of Al-Cu-Li Alloys Produced by Laser Powder Bed Fusion,Manager,Industrial Project with TDM Aerospace: 1. Smart Boroscope Detecting Material Defects, 2. Pipe Ovality Measurement Tool for Aeronautical Tubes

Publications 📚

    1. Coupling Magnetism with an Internal State Variable Thermo-Plasticity-Damage-Corrosion-Electrical Model
      PhD thesis, Mississippi State University, 2018-2020.
    2. Validation of the Two-Parameter-Fracture Criterion for Various Crack Configurations Made of 2014-T6(TL) Aluminum Alloy Using Finite Element Fracture Simulations
      MS thesis, Mississippi State University, November 2017.
  • Journal Articles
    1. A Multiphysics Thermoelastoviscoplastic Damage Internal State Variable Constitutive Model Including Magnetism
      Materials, 2024.
    2. An Improved Method for Monitoring the Junction Temperature of 1200V/50A IGBT Modules Used in Power Conversion Systems
      International Journal of Emerging Electric Power Systems, 2023.
    3. A Review on Heat Treatment Factor and Precipitations to Improve the Third Generation of Aluminum Lithium Alloys Used in Aeronautic Applications
      Journal of Advanced Research in Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Sciences, 2022.
    4. Validation of the Two-Parameter-Fracture Criterion for Various Crack Configurations Made of 2014-T6(TL) Aluminum Alloy Using Finite Element Fracture Simulations
      Engineering Fracture Mechanics Journal, 2018.

Conference Presentations 🗣️

  • Numerical Investigation and Performance Optimization of Heat Sink
    MME 3rd International Conference, Rabat, 2024.
  • A Review of Precipitation, Mechanical Properties, and Additive Manufacturing for the Third Generation of Aluminum Lithium Alloys Used in Aeronautic Applications
    ICMAAE’21 5th International Conference on Mechanical, Automotive and Aerospace Engineering, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2021.
  • A Multiphysics Thermoelastoviscoplastic Damage Coupled with a Magnetism Internal State Variable Model
    ASME Winter Meeting, Pittsburgh, PA, 2018.