Amani Alsam l Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Amani Alsam l Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

Jazan University | Saudi Arabia

Assist. Prof. Dr. Amani Alsam is an academic researcher specializing in physical chemistry and ultrafast spectroscopy, with expertise in photoinduced charge transfer and excited-state dynamics in molecular and condensed-matter systems. Assist. Prof. Dr. Amani Alsam earned a PhD from KAUST, an MSc from the University of Waterloo, and a BSc from Jazan University, and has held academic and research positions at Jazan University and as a Visiting Research Scholar at the University of Michigan. Her research interests include donor–acceptor materials, conjugated polymers, hybrid interfaces, and semiconductor nanostructures, supported by advanced skills in ultrafast laser spectroscopy, 4D scanning ultrafast electron microscopy, materials synthesis, and device fabrication. Assist. Prof. Dr. Amani Alsam has received competitive scholarships and national research support, contributing impactful publications that advance energy, optoelectronic, and radiation-responsive materials research.

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Effect of Conjugation Length on Photoinduced Charge Transfer in π-Conjugated Oligomer–Acceptor Dyads
The Journal of Physical Chemistry A, 2017, 121(26), 4891–4901
Bimolecular Excited-State Electron Transfer with Surprisingly Long-Lived Radical Ions
The Journal of Physical Chemistry C, 2015, 119(38), 21896–21903
Role of Ag Nanowires and MXenes in Optimizing Flexible, Semitransparent Bifacial Inverted Perovskite Solar Cells for Building-Integrated Photovoltaics: A SCAPS-1D Modeling Approach
Advanced Theory and Simulations, 2025, 8(3), 2401004
Enhanced Luminescence and Quenching Mechanisms in Na⁺/Co-Doped K₇CaY₂(B₅O₁₀)₃:Tb³⁺ Phosphors under UV Radiation
Applied Radiation and Isotopes, 20

Zhehong Liu | Data collection | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Zhehong Liu | Data collection | Research Excellence Award

Institute of physics | China

Dr. Zhehong Liu is a materials scientist specializing in functional transition-metal oxides, with particular expertise in A-site ordered quadruple perovskites synthesized under high pressure and high temperature. He received his Ph.D. in Materials Science from the Institute of Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, where his doctoral research focused on high-pressure synthesis and physical property tuning of highly ordered quadruple perovskites. He is currently a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the same institute, conducting independent research on structure–property relationships in complex oxides. His work integrates advanced experimental techniques including synchrotron and neutron diffraction, x-ray absorption and dichroism, magnetic and electrical transport measurements to elucidate the roles of crystal structure, spin state, and valence state in emergent phenomena. Dr. Liu has extensive hands-on experience in high-pressure synthesis, cryogenic systems, and in-situ measurements, and has contributed to discoveries such as high-Curie-temperature half metals, novel magnetic orderings, and correlated and topological states in oxides. He has received multiple competitive honors, including top-tier postdoctoral and graduate awards from the Chinese Academy of Sciences. Overall, his research advances the understanding and design of strongly correlated and multifunctional materials with both fundamental and technological significance. His scholarly impact includes 1,398 citations, 53 documents, and an h-index of 17 (citations drawn from 1,182 documents).

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Sequential spin state transition and intermetallic charge transfer in PbCoO3

J. Am. Chem. Soc. 142, 5731 (2020). Cover Article
Realization of a half metal with a record-high Curie temperature in perovskite oxides

Adv. Mater. 2200626 (2022). Inside Back Cover

Quadruple perovskite oxide LaCu3Co2Re2O12:
A ferrimagnetic half metal with nearly 100% B-site degree of order


Appl. Phys. Lett. 117, 152402 (2020). Editor’s Pick

Observation of A-site antiferromagnetic and B-site ferrimagnetic orderings in the
quadruple perovskite oxide CaCu3Co2Re2O12


Phys. Rev. B 103, 014414 (2021)
Tunable Room-Temperature Ferromagnetism in Two-Dimensional Cr2Te3

Nano Lett. 20, 3130 (2020)

Chong-Qing Wan | Data Quality Enhancement | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Chong-Qing Wan | Data Quality Enhancement | Best Researcher Award

Capital Normal University | China

Prof. Chong-Qing Wan is a distinguished professor in the Department of Chemistry at Capital Normal University, Beijing, recognized for his extensive contributions to functional coordination chemistry and framework materials, with a research record comprising 83 scientific documents, an h-index of 24, and 1,987 citations from 1,717 documents. He earned a BA in chemistry from Xinyang Normal University, an MS from Nankai University with research on coordination complexes, and later completed his PhD under Prof. Thomas C. W. Mak at The Chinese University of Hong Kong. His work spans the synthesis, characterization, and application of metal–organic frameworks (MOFs), covalent–organic frameworks (COFs), ionic-liquid-based hybrids, and energy-related materials. He has published impactful studies in Nature Communications, Angewandte Chemie, and Chemistry of Materials, contributing to advances in MOF/COF meltability, glass formation, proton-conductive crystalline ionic liquids, and atomically precise nanoclusters. His research interests include functional coordination complexes, energy-storage materials, photocatalysis, and phase-transition mechanisms in porous frameworks. Throughout his academic career, he has been recognized for high-impact publications and sustained contributions to materials chemistry. Continuing to advance the field through innovative synthesis strategies and collaborative research, he remains a leading figure in framework-based materials and functional molecular systems.

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Xue, W. L., Li, G. Q., Chen, H., Han, Y. C., Feng, L., Gu, X. L., Hu, S. Y., Deng, Y. H., Tan, L., Dove, M. T., Li, W., Zhang, J., Dong, H., Chen, Z., Deng, W. H., Xu, G., & Wan, C.-Q. (2024). Melt-quenched glass formation of a family of metal–carboxylate frameworks. Nature Communications, 15, 2040.*

Gu, X. L., Zhao, L., Sun, J., Cui, X. K., Li, G. Q., Hu, S. Y., Deng, Y. H., Li, Z., Li, K., Wang, H., & Wan, C.-Q. (2024). Synthesis and properties of zwitterionic covalent organic framework (COF): The meltability strategy and processability. Chemistry of Materials, 36, 2674–2684.*

Xue, W.-L., Deng, W.-H., Chen, H., Liu, R.-H., Taylor, J. M., Li, Y.-K., Wang, L., Deng, Y.-H., Li, W.-H., Wen, Y.-Y., Wang, G.-E., Wan, C.-Q., & Xu, G. (2021). MOF-directed synthesis of crystalline ionic liquids with enhanced proton conduction. Angewandte Chemie International Edition, 60, 1290–1297.

Qin, Z., Sharma, S., Wan, C.-Q., Malola, S., Xu, W.-W., Häkkinen, H., & Li, G. (2021). A homoleptic alkynyl-ligated [Au₁₃Ag₁₆L₂₄]³⁻ cluster as a catalytically active eight-electron system. Angewandte Chemie International Edition, 60, 970–975.*

Qin, Z., Zhang, J., Wan, C.-Q., Liu, S., Abroshan, H., Jin, R., & Li, G. (2020). Atomically precise nanoclusters with reversible isomeric transformation for rotary nanomotors. Nature Communications, 11, 6019.*

Ion Tirca | Physicist | Distinguished Scientist Award

Dr. Ion Tirca | Physicist | Distinguished Scientist Award

University of Craiova | Romania

Dr. Ion Tirca is a physicist and materials science researcher specializing in photonic processing, thin films, and laser–matter interaction. His academic formation includes a bachelor’s degree in mathematics, a master’s degree in physics, a PhD in sciences, and a postdoctoral research program at the University of Craiova, where he also contributed as a project manager in an entrepreneurial education initiative. He has held research positions at the National Institute for Lasers, Plasma and Radiation Physics and at INCESA, focusing on advanced materials, pulsed laser deposition, and optical properties of functional surfaces. Dr. Tirca has authored 7 scientific documents, accumulated 43 citations from 38 citing documents, and holds an h-index of 4, reflecting the visibility and impact of his contributions. His publications in ISI-rated journals address topics such as Mg–Al layered double hydroxide thin films, WO₃ optical behavior, dopant effects, and biocompatible composite coatings. His research interests include laser deposition technologies, optical materials, nanostructures, biomaterials, and condensed matter physics. He has also participated in academic dissemination activities and contributed to interdisciplinary collaborations. Committed to advancing both scientific knowledge and applied research, Dr. Tirca continues to explore innovative photonic techniques for developing next-generation functional materials.

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Tirca, I., Mitran, V., Marascu, V., Brajnicov, S., Ion, V., Stokker-Cheregi, F., Popovici, I. A., Cimpean, A., Dinca, V., & Dinescu, M. (2017). In vitro testing of curcumin-based composite coatings as antitumoral systems against osteosarcoma cells. Applied Surface Science, 425, 1040–1051.

Vlad, A., Birjega, R., Tirca, I., Matei, A., Mardare, C. C., Hassel, A. W., Nedelcea, A., Dinescu, M., & Zavoianu, R. (2018). Pulsed laser deposition of functionalized Mg–Al layered double hydroxide thin films. Applied Physics A, 124, 152.

Tirca, I., Boerasu, I., Radu, M.-S., & Osiac, M. (2021). Refractive index of WO₃ thin films grown under various temperatures determined by the Swanepoel method. Physica B: Condensed Matter, 620, 413266.

Osiac, M., Boerasu, I., Radu, M.-S., Jigau, M., & Tirca, I. (2021). Influence of iron as a dopant on the refractive index of WO₃. Materials, 14(19), 5845.

Osiac, M., Satulu, V., Jigau, M., Tirca, I., & Tudorascu, I. R. (2023). Influence of substrate temperature on the structural and chemical properties of iron-doped WO₃ films prepared by PLD. Applied Physics A, 129, 544.

Noriaki Hirota | Material | Excellence in Research

Dr. Noriaki Hirota | Material | Excellence in Research

Japan Atomic Energy Agency | Japan

Dr. Noriaki Hirota is an accomplished materials scientist and Associate Deputy Director at the Japan Atomic Energy Agency, where he contributes extensively to research in structural and functional materials within the nuclear energy sector. He earned both his master’s and Ph.D. degrees in Materials Science from the Institute of Science Tokyo, with his doctoral research completed in 2025. With over 19 years of professional experience, Dr. Hirota has worked at the intersection of metallurgy, corrosion science, and mechanical engineering. During his tenure at Japan Steel Works, he developed high-performance turbine rotor materials for thermal power generation and advanced stainless steel forging processes. His subsequent work at the Japan Atomic Energy Agency has focused on developing corrosion-resistant materials for sulfuric acid decomposers in the Sulfur-Iodine hydrogen production process and improving stainless steels to mitigate stress corrosion cracking under extreme nuclear conditions. A member of The Atomic Energy Society of Japan (AESJ), he has authored several impactful publications in nuclear materials research. His work has significantly advanced the understanding of material durability and performance in harsh environments, earning him recognition for his technical innovation and leadership. Dr. Hirota remains committed to promoting sustainable energy solutions through advanced materials development.

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Hirota, N., Takeda, R., Ide, H., Tsuchiya, K., & Kobayashi, Y. (2025, December). Effect of grain refinement on cracks occurring in SUS304L stainless steel under nuclear reactor operating conditions. Nuclear Materials and Energy.

Hirota, N., Shibata, H., Takeuchi, T., Otsuka, N., & Tsuchiya, K. (2020, December 1). Voltage drop analysis and leakage suppression design for mineral-insulated cables. Journal of Nuclear Science and Technology,

Larisa Mezentseva | Real-world Case Studies | Best Scholar Award

Dr. Larisa Mezentseva | Real-world Case Studies | Best Scholar Award

National Research Centre Kurchatov Institute | Russia

Dr. Larisa P. Mezentseva is a distinguished materials chemist and Leading Researcher at the I.V. Grebenshchikov Institute of Silicate Chemistry (Branch of NRC “Kurchatov Institute,” Russia), with over five decades of expertise in inorganic and materials chemistry. She earned her Ph.D. in Chemistry from the Institute of Silicate Chemistry of the Russian Academy of Sciences, focusing on the phase diagrams of lanthanide–phosphate systems. Her research primarily centers on the synthesis, crystal chemistry, and functional properties of rare-earth phosphates, aluminates, and nanostructured oxide ceramics. She has made significant contributions to sol-gel synthesis methods, phase equilibria studies, and the development of advanced ceramic materials for high-temperature and nuclear applications. Dr. Mezentseva has published more than 49 scientific papers, accumulated over 522 citations, and holds an h-index of 13 (Scopus). Her work has appeared in leading international journals such as Glass Physics and Chemistry, Journal of Nuclear Materials, and Russian Journal of Inorganic Chemistry. She has also contributed to patents and collaborative projects advancing the design and application of functional oxide materials. Through her extensive scientific output and mentorship, Dr. Mezentseva has played a vital role in strengthening global understanding of rare-earth ceramics and functional materials.

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Mezentseva, L. (2022). “Ceramic Composites Based on Lanthanum Orthophosphate and Alumina: Preparation and Properties” in Glass Physics and Chemistry.

Mezentseva, L. (2021). “Ceramic Composite Matrices Based on the LaPO4–ZrO2 System: Preparation and Properties” in Glass Physics and Chemistry.

Mezentseva, L. (2021). “Ceramic Composites Based on Nanosized Lanthanum Orthophosphate and Their Properties” in Glass Physics and Chemistry.

Mezentseva, L.P.; Osipov, A.V.; Ugolkov, V.L.; Akatov, A.A.; Doil’nitsyn, V.A. (2019). “Physicochemical Properties of Ceramics Based on a LaPO4–DyPO4 System” in Glass Physics and Chemistry.

Mezentseva, L.; Osipov, A.; Ugolkov, V.; Kruchinina, I.; Maslennikova, T.; Koptelova, L. (2019). “Sol–gel Synthesis of Precursors and Preparation of Ceramic Composites Based on LaPO4 with Y2O3 and ZrO2 Additions” in Journal of Sol-Gel Science and Technology.

Abdul Hakeem Anwer | Environmental Data Analysis | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Abdul Hakeem Anwer | Environmental Data Analysis | Best Researcher Award

Qatar University | Qatar

Abdul Hakeem Anwer is a dedicated researcher in the fields of electrocatalytic reduction, nanomaterials, and sustainable energy systems. His career reflects a strong commitment to advancing scientific innovation, particularly in developing efficient solutions for carbon dioxide reduction, wastewater treatment, supercapacitors, and microbial fuel cells. With a proven record of research excellence and international collaboration, he has established himself as a promising scientist in chemistry and materials science.

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Education

He pursued his academic journey at Aligarh Muslim University, India, where he completed his Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctorate in Industrial Chemistry and Chemistry. His Ph.D. research focused on bioproduct formation using bioelectrochemical systems, laying the foundation for his later work on advanced nanomaterials and electrocatalysis. His academic training equipped him with strong experimental, analytical, and problem-solving skills to address pressing global challenges in energy and environmental sciences.

Experience

Abdul Hakeem has worked as a Postdoctoral Fellow at Qatar University, where his research centers on electrocatalytic CO2 reduction and advanced nanomaterials, alongside mentoring graduate students. Previously, he served at Yeungnam University, South Korea, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to push forward energy and environmental projects. Before these international engagements, he contributed as a Senior Research Fellow at IIT Delhi and as a Research Assistant at AMU, where he worked on materials development for microbial fuel cells and energy storage applications. His early industrial experience as a chemist in a food products company gave him practical insights into applied chemistry and quality assessment, broadening his professional expertise.

Research Interests

His research spans electrocatalysis, advanced nanomaterials, CO2 reduction technologies, microbial fuel cells, photocatalysis, and supercapacitors. He is particularly focused on developing hybrid materials, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and nanostructures for energy harvesting, wastewater remediation, and pollutant degradation. His scientific contributions highlight innovative pathways to sustainable energy, environmental remediation, and the circular economy, aligning with global needs for clean technologies and green energy solutions.

Awards

Abdul Hakeem’s scientific excellence has been recognized through multiple awards and travel grants. He received support from the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) to present at the Global CO2 Challenge in Germany and was granted the Trans-YTF fellowship by the Federation of European Biochemical Societies (FEBS) to participate in an advanced lecture course in Greece. Additionally, he secured a Council of Science and Technology fellowship in India, underscoring his contributions to funded research projects. His achievements reflect both his international standing and his ability to contribute meaningfully to collaborative scientific networks.

Publications

Mashkoor, F., Mashkoor, R., Shoeb, M., Anwer, A.H., Ansari, M.Z., & Jeong, C. (2023). A smart recycling solution: WS₂-halloysite nanocomposite for heavy metals remediation from wastewater and postliminar application in electrochemical supercapacitor for energy storage. Applied Clay Science.

Mahmoud, K.H., Alsubaie, A.S., Anwer, A.H., & Ansari, M.Z. (2023). Comparative Analysis of Perovskite Solar Cells for Obtaining a Higher Efficiency Using a Numerical Approach. Micromachines, 14(6), 1127.

Mashkoor, F., Mashkoor, R., Shoeb, M., Anwer, A.H., Jeong, H., & Jeong, C. (2023). Freestanding WS₂-MWCNT Nanocomposite for Electrochemical Detection of Contaminants of Emerging Concern—Perfluorooctanoic Acid “A Forever Chemical” and Supercapacitor Applications. ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering, 11(32), 11842–11854.

Waris, Anwer, A.H., & Khan, M.Z. (2023). Graphene quantum dots for clean energy solutions. In Graphene Quantum Dots: Biomedical and Environmental Sustainability Applications (pp. 65–88). Elsevier.

Ahmad, N., Bano, D., Jabeen, S., Ahmad, N., Iqbal, A., Waris, Anwer, A.H., & Jeong, C. (2023). Insight into the adsorption thermodynamics, kinetics, and photocatalytic studies of polyaniline/SnS₂ nanocomposite for dye removal. Journal of Hazardous Materials Advances, 9, 100321.

Conclusion

Through his academic journey, international experience, and impactful research, Abdul Hakeem Anwer has emerged as a forward-looking scientist dedicated to solving complex challenges in energy and environmental chemistry. His work on nanomaterials, electrocatalysis, and bioelectrochemical systems continues to inspire sustainable innovation and global collaboration. With a growing portfolio of high-impact publications, book chapters, and a granted patent, he remains committed to advancing clean energy solutions and eco-efficient technologies for the future.