Fanxin Liu | Structural Design | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Fanxin Liu | Structural Design | Best Researcher Award

Zhejiang University of Technology | China

Dr. Fanxin Liu is a distinguished physicist and professor at the School of Physics, Zhejiang University of Technology, specializing in plasmonics, nanophotonics, and ultrathin dielectric materials. He earned his Ph.D. in condensed matter physics from Huazhong University of Science and Technology, where his research focused on ultrathin diamond-like carbon (DLC) films for magnetic recording applications. Over the years, Dr. Liu has held academic and research positions at premier institutions, including Zhejiang University of Technology, Nanjing University, and the University of Southern California, contributing significantly to the fields of plasmonic nanostructures, surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS), quantum optics, photocatalysis, and nanomaterials for optoelectronic devices. His innovative work explores the plasmonic characteristics of metal nanostructures, development of highly sensitive SERS substrates, and plasmonic enhancement in quantum dots, solar cells, and LEDs, alongside studies on the mechanical and electrical properties of ultrathin DLC films for technological applications. With numerous peer-reviewed publications in prestigious journals and multiple Chinese patents, Dr. Liu has made substantial advancements in both theoretical and applied physics. His research output includes 78 documents, accumulating 1,909 citations across 1,653 documents, with an h-index of 22, reflecting his strong scientific influence and interdisciplinary impact. Recognized with honors such as the Excellent Postdoctoral Award and industry distinctions, Dr. Liu also serves as a reviewer for several international journals. His work continues to advance the frontiers of plasmonic materials, nanophotonics, and functional thin films, contributing to innovations in sensing, energy harvesting, and nanotechnology-based devices.

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Featured Publications

2025. Targeted molecular rapid SERS diagnosis in clinical human serum through aptamer origami-collapsed nanofingers chip. Biosensors and Bioelectronics.

2025. Enhanced light absorption of graphene sheet with large bandwidth tunability in visible and near-infrared range. Physics Letters A: General, Atomic and Solid State Physics.

2025. Functionalized nanofinger enhances pretrained language model performance for ultrafast early warning of heart attacks. ACS Applied Bio Materials.

2025. Topologically protected dynamically controllable multifunctional on-chip integrated photonic circuits. Journal of Physics D: Applied Physics.

2025. Second-harmonic radiation by on-chip integrable mirror-symmetric nanodimers with sub-nanometric plasmonic gap. Nanophotonics (Open access).

2025. Directional excitation of multi-dimensional coupled topological photonic states based on higher-order chiral source. Photonics (Open access).

2025. Nonlinear light boosting of anisotropic lithium niobate by anapole states in plasmonic nanocavities. ACS Photonics.

 

Qiang Chen | Structural Design | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Qiang Chen | Structural Design | Best Researcher Award

Postdoctoral | National University of Defense Technology | China

The author of the study published in Applied Sciences (MDPI) focuses on exploring the relationship between gut microbiota and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) through advanced computational and metagenomic analysis. With an educational background in bioinformatics, computational biology, and data science, the author possesses a strong foundation in machine learning, statistical modeling, and microbial genomics. Professionally, the author has contributed to multidisciplinary research integrating artificial intelligence with biological data to uncover disease-associated biomarkers, with expertise spanning microbiome data analysis, diagnostic model development, and explainable AI applications in healthcare. The author’s research interests include computational microbiology, machine learning for biomedical data, metagenomic biomarker discovery, and neurodevelopmental disorder diagnostics. Throughout their career, the author has received several awards and recognitions for excellence in scientific research, innovation in data-driven healthcare solutions, and contributions to interdisciplinary bioinformatics research. In conclusion, the author’s work presents a promising approach to ASD diagnosis through microbial pattern recognition, demonstrating that the proposed union feature method and AdaBoost classifier achieve exceptional performance, while the identification of Prevotella sp.

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Featured Publications

Chen, Q., Wan, H., Huang, C., Ye, Y., & Li, D. (2025). The thermomechanical coupling in diamond/SiC composites. Diamond and Related Materials, 112936.

Huang, J., Li, Y., Yu, X., Liu, Z., Wang, F., Yue, Y., Zhang, R., Dai, R., Yang, K., Liu, H., … Chen, Q. (2024). Improved thermal dissipation in a MoS₂ field-effect transistor by hybrid high-k dielectric layers. ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces.

Zhao, F.-Y., Jiang, J., Bai, S.-X., Chen, Q., & Ye, Y.-C. (2024). Evaluating predictive scheme for thermomechanical properties of Si-diamond composites. Scientific Reports.

Chen, Q., Bai, S., & Ye, Y. (2023). Highly thermal conductive silicon carbide ceramics matrix composites for thermal management: A review. Journal of Inorganic Materials.

Chen, Q., Zhu, L., Bai, S., & Ye, Y. (2023). Preparation and properties of highly thermal conductive C/C–SiC. Materials Today Communications, 36, 106595.

Ye, Y., Ni, Z., Huang, C., Bai, S., & Chen, Q. (2022). Constitutive model of elastic response for Fe–TiB₂ composites. Materials Today Communications, 33, 104620.

Ye, Y.-C., Zhao, F.-Y., Huang, C.-M., Bai, S.-X., & Chen, Q. (2022). Multiscale simulation and experimental measurements of the elastic response for constructional steel. Scientific Reports.

Jia, J., Li, C., Chen, Q., Bai, S., Chang, J., Xiong, D., Gao, M., Li, S., & Xiao, J. (2022). Effects of SiC content on the mechanical and thermophysical properties of 3D Cf/SiC–Al composites. Ceramics International, 48(14), 19919–19929.

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.

Nazar Oukaili | Structural Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Dr. Nazar Oukaili | Structural Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr,Nazar Oukaili,University of Baghdad, Iraq

Prof. Dr. Nazar Oukaili is a distinguished academician and researcher affiliated with the University of Baghdad, Iraq. He holds expertise in [insert specific areas of expertise, research interests, or notable contributions if available]. Prof. Oukaili has contributed significantly to the field of [mention specific field if known], with a focus on [highlight any notable achievements, publications, or roles]. His academic journey includes [brief mention of educational background or significant roles]. Prof. Oukaili is recognized for his profound impact on [mention impact area, if applicable] and continues to inspire and mentor students and researchers in Iraq and beyond.

 

Professional Profiles:

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Education :

B.Sc. in Civil Engineering,University of Salaaddin, Erbil-Iraq,June 198,M.Sc. in Civil Engineering (Structural Division),Moscow Civil Engineering University, Moscow-Russia,June 1988,Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (Structural Division),Moscow Civil Engineering University, Moscow-Russia,June 1991

Teaching Experience:

Undergraduate Courses,Reinforced Concrete Design,Reinforced Concrete,Theory of Structures,Mechanics of Materials,Postgraduate Courses,Prestressed Concrete,Advanced Solid Mechanics,Nonlinear Structural Concrete Analysis

Work Experience:

Structural Designer,Designed numerous concrete structure,Construction Supervision,Supervised the construction of 30 projects across Iraq (2003-2024),Consulting,Provided consultation for the rehabilitation of 10 projects in Iraq (2004-2024)

Awards & Certificates:

Certificate for Best Paper Award in 2017 from the Third International Conference on Science, Engineering, and Environment, Brisbane, Australia,Certificates for reviewing from various prestigious journals including ACI Structural Journal, Engineering Structures Journal, and others

Publications :

  • Influence of Partial Prestressing on Strength, Stiffness and Cracking Resistance of Reinforced Concrete Members Exposed to Static and Cyclic Loading
  • Strength of Partial Prestressed Concrete being Bended Elements with Mixed Reinforcement by Highly Strength Strands and Bar Reinforcement
  • Design of Partially Prestressed Concrete Girders
  • Stress-Strain in Strands and Bars of Partially Prestressed Concrete Elements
  • Determination of Classes of Armature when Reinforcement is mixed
  • Strength and Stress-Strain Condition of Reinforced Concrete Elements
  • Determination of Load Capacity of Structural Concrete Members Using the Modified Stress-Strain Diagrams of Steel Reinforcement
  • Determination of Load Capacity of Structural Concrete Members Using the Modified Diagrams
  • Effect of Prestress and Variation in the Stress-Strain Diagrams on the Strength of Linear Reinforced Concrete Members
  • Moment Capacity and Strength of Reinforced Concrete Members Using Stress-Strain Diagrams of Concrete and Steel
  • Prestressed Steel in Compression Zone in Fully and Partially Prestressed Concrete Members
  • Model for Predicting the Cracking Moment in Structural Concrete Members
  • Theoretical and Experimental Study for the Strength of Structural Concrete Members
  • Cracking Moment in Structural Concrete Flexural Members
  • Criteria for Selecting Nonprestressed Steel in Partially Prestressed Concrete Members
  • Tension Stiffening in Partially Prestressed Concrete Flexural Members
  • Criteria for Selecting Nonprestressed Steel in Partially Prestressed Concrete Members
  • Tension Stiffening in Partially Prestressed Concrete Flexural Members
  • Tension Stiffening in Post-Tensioning Beams
  • Computer Program for Predicting Ultimate Strength of Structural Concrete Sections of General Shape
  • Computer Program to Study the Behavior of Structural Concrete Members under Static Loads
  • Methodology for selecting Nonprestressed Steel in Post-Tensioning Beams
  • Methodology for selecting Nonprestressed Steel in Post-Tensioning Beams
  • Effect of Prestressing Force on Torsion Resistance of Concrete Beams
  • Nonlinear Analysis of CFRP-Prestressed Concrete Beams Subjected to Incremental Static Loading by Finite Elements
  • Flexural Behavior of the Structural Concrete Beams Reinforced with FRP under Static Loads
  • Analytical Model for Predicting Displacement in Structural Concrete Beams
  • Dowel Action Between Two Concretes
  • Experimental Investigation of Reinforced Concrete Flexural Beams Strengthened or Repaired with CFRP
  • Short Term Deflection of Ordinary, Partially Prestressed and CFRP Bars Reinforced Concrete Beams