Hagar K. Hassan | Post lithium ion batteries | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Hagar K. Hassan | Post lithium ion batteries | Best Researcher Award

Helmholtz Institute Ulm | Germany

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👩‍🔬 Summary

Dr. Hagar K. Hassan is a Senior Electrochemist & Battery Researcher at the Helmholtz Institute of Ulm, Germany, specializing in electrochemical energy conversion, storage, and materials synthesis. With over 10 years of experience, she has led teams, secured competitive funding, and contributed to groundbreaking research in solid-state and quasi-solid-state electrolytes for emerging battery technologies. Dr. Hassan is passionate about advancing sustainable energy storage solutions, mentoring the next generation of researchers, and fostering international collaborations.

🎓 Education

Dr. Hassan holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Cairo University (2018), focusing on graphene modified with nanostructured materials for energy storage applications. She also completed her M.Sc. in Chemistry (2012) and B.Sc. in Chemistry (2009) from the same institution, graduating with distinction.

💼 Professional Experience

Dr. Hassan is currently the Group Leader of Non-Aqueous & Solid-State Battery Research at Helmholtz Institute Ulm, Germany, and the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology. She supervises a team of Ph.D. and Master’s students, while also securing and managing grants for cutting-edge battery research. Previously, as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Ulm University, she worked on MOF-based solid electrolytes, publishing five peer-reviewed articles. She has also held positions as a Lecturer and Researcher at Cairo University, where she mentored students and published significant work in energy conversion and storage.

📚 Academic Citations

Dr. Hassan has authored over 26 peer-reviewed publications and contributed to four book chapters. Her research work is well-regarded in the fields of electrochemical energy storage and conversion, particularly in the areas of solid-state electrolytes and metal-ion batteries.

🔧 Technical Skills

Dr. Hassan has expertise in a variety of techniques and tools, including X-ray diffraction (XRD), operando optical microscopy, battery management systems (BMS), model-based design for energy systems, and advanced data analysis. Her research focuses on solid-state and quasi-solid-state electrolytes, ionic liquids, and polymer-based ionic conductors for next-generation batteries.

👨‍🏫 Teaching Experience

Dr. Hassan has extensive teaching experience, having delivered undergraduate courses in Physical Chemistry and supervised multiple graduate students. She has mentored three Master’s students in electrochemical research projects and is committed to advancing academic knowledge through effective mentorship.

🔬 Research Interests

Dr. Hassan’s research interests lie in electrochemical energy storage and next-generation batteries, with a particular focus on solid-state and semi-solid electrolytes for metal-ion batteries. She also explores ionic transport mechanisms, supercapacitors, and electrochemical catalysis for energy conversion applications, with the goal of improving battery performance, safety, and sustainability.

📚 Top Notes Publications 

Effect of Chloride Ions on the Electrochemical Performance of Magnesium Metal-Organic-Frameworks-based Semi-Solid Electrolytes

    • Authors: Mohamed Elnagar, Hagar K. Hassan*, Ludwig A. Kibler, Timo Jacob

    • Journal: Batteries & Supercaps

    • Year: 2025

Boosting Mg Deposition and Dissolution from Ionic Liquids – The Role of Different Additives for Applications in Mg-ion Batteries

    • Authors: Omar W. Elkhafif, Hagar K. Hassan*, Motahira Hashmi, Nikhil Arya, Montaha Anjass, Timo Jacob

    • Journal: Journal of Energy Storage

    • Year: 2025

Effect of Guest Solvents on the Ionic Conductivity and Electrochemical Performance of Metal‐Organic Framework‐Based Magnesium Semi‐Solid Electrolytes

    • Authors: Hagar K. Hassan*, Paul Hoffmann, Timo Jacob

    • Journal: ChemSusChem

    • Year: 2024

Influence of Residual Water Traces on the Electrochemical Performance of Hydrophobic Ionic Liquids for Magnesium‐Containing Electrolytes

    • Authors: Omar W. Elkhafif, Hagar K. Hassan, Maximilian U. Ceblin, Attila Farkas, Timo Jacob

    • Journal: ChemSusChem

    • Year: 2023

Mixed Metal-Organic Frameworks as an Efficient Solid Electrolyte for Mg-ion Batteries

    • Authors: Hagar K. Hassan*, Attila Farkas, Alberto Varizi, Timo Jacob

    • Journal: Batteries & Supercaps

    • Year: 2022

Bèwadéyir Serge Poda | Behavioral Ecology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Bèwadéyir Serge Poda | Behavioral Ecology | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Bèwadéyir Serge Poda at Institut de Recherche en Sciences de la Santé, Burkina Faso

👨‍🎓  Profiles

🌟 Summary

Dr. Bèwadéyir Serge Poda is a dedicated researcher in applied biological sciences, specializing in medical entomology. Currently a postdoctoral fellow at Wageningen University & Research in the Netherlands, he focuses on in-flight mating behaviors in Anopheles malaria mosquitoes.

🎓 Education

Dr. Poda earned his PhD in Applied Biological Sciences, Medical Entomology from University Joseph KI-ZERBO in Burkina Faso in 2021. He also holds a Master’s degree in Microbial and Cellular Biotechnology (2014) and a Bachelor’s in Fundamental and Applied Biology, Biochemistry, and Microbiology (2011) from the same institution. He completed his Baccalaureate in Natural Sciences, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry in 2007.

💼 Professional Experience

Since 2022, Dr. Poda has been a postdoctoral fellow at Wageningen University & Research, where he studies in-flight mating in sympatric swarms of Anopheles mosquitoes. Prior to this, he was a PhD student at IRSS (Burkina Faso) and MIVEGEC-IRD, CNRS (France) from 2017 to 2021, focusing on the chemical and visual cues used by Anopheles females. He also worked as a postgraduate fellow at IRSS, investigating the effects of irradiation on the reproductive success of An. arabiensis from 2014 to 2017, and completed various internships related to malaria entomology.

🏆 Accolades and Recognition

Dr. Poda has received several prestigious grants, including serving as the Principal Investigator for the Africa Talent Programme grant (€291k, 2022-2025) and as a co-investigator for the LAMIVECT grant (€3k, 2020). He has also been awarded multiple scholarships, such as the UEMOA scholarship of excellence (2019), the French National Research Institute PhD scholarship (2017-2020), and the Burkina Faso government PhD scholarship (2017-2021).

🔬 Research Interests

His research interests encompass the ecology and behavior of malaria vectors, the development of genetic control strategies for mosquito populations, and assessing the effectiveness of vector control measures. Dr. Poda is proficient in molecular techniques, mosquito rearing, and behavioral studies.

 

📖 Top Noted Publications

Spatial and temporal characteristics of laboratory-induced Anopheles coluzzii swarms: shape, structure and flight kinematics
    • Authors: Bèwadéyir Serge Poda, Antoine Cribellier, Lionel Feugère, Mathurin Fatou, Charles Nignan, Domonbabele François de Sales Hien, Pie Müller, Olivier Gnankiné, Roch Kounbobr Dabiré, Abdoulaye Diabaté et al.
    • Journal: iScience
    • Year: 2024
The complex swarming dynamics of malaria mosquitoes emerges from simple minimally-interactive behavioral rules
    • Authors: Antoine Cribellier, Bèwadéyir Serge Poda, Roch Kounbobr Dabiré, Abdoulaye Diabaté, Olivier Roux, Florian T. Muijres
    • Journal: Preprint (BioRxiv)
    • Year: 2024
Mosquitoes integrate visual and acoustic cues to mediate conspecific interactions in swarms
    • Authors: Saumya Gupta, Antoine Cribellier, Serge B. Poda, Olivier Roux, Florian T. Muijres, Jeffrey A. Riffell
    • Journal: Current Biology
    • Year: 2024
Spatial and temporal characteristics of laboratory-induced Anopheles coluzzii swarms: shape, structure and flight kinematics
    • Authors: Bèwadéyir Serge Poda, Antoine Cribellier, Lionel Feugère, Mathurin Fatou, Charles Nignan, Domonbabele François de Sales Hien, Pie Müller, Olivier Gnankiné, Roch Kounbobr Dabiré, Abdoulaye Diabaté et al.
    • Journal: Preprint (BioRxiv)
    • Year: 2024
Adult mosquito predation and potential impact on the sterile insect technique
    • Authors: Bèwadéyir Serge Poda
    • Journal: Scientific Reports
    • Year: 2022

Claudia Masselli –  Research Trends – Women Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Claudia Masselli -  Research Trends - Women Researcher Award 

University of Naples Federico II -  Italy 

Author Profile

Early Academic Pursuits

Assoc Prof Dr. Claudia Masselli's academic journey began with a solid foundation in engineering. Graduating with a Master's degree in Electronic Engineering from the University of Naples Federico II in 2013, she exhibited a keen interest in the intricacies of thermodynamics and heat transfer. This academic groundwork paved the way for her doctoral studies, where she obtained her Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering from the University of Salerno in 2017. These formative years equipped her with the necessary skills and knowledge to delve deeper into her chosen field of applied thermodynamics.

Professional Endeavors

Assoc Prof Dr. Masselli's professional career has been marked by a dedication to advancing the field of applied thermodynamics, particularly in the areas of eco-friendly refrigeration and air conditioning. She began her post-doctoral research journey in 2017, focusing on solid-state cooling based on caloric effects and energy systems. Over the years, she has held various academic positions, including Assistant Professor and, presently, Associate Professor at the University of Naples Federico II. Her role as a principal investigator and team member in multiple research projects underscores her commitment to driving innovation in her field.

Contributions and Research Focus on Research Trends

Assoc Prof Dr. Masselli's research portfolio showcases a diverse range of topics, with a primary emphasis on solid-state refrigeration techniques as alternatives to traditional vapor compression methods. Her work also encompasses the evaluation of energy performance and environmental impact in refrigeration cycles, as well as the application of renewable energy in environmental conditioning systems. Notably, her involvement in developing experimental devices for eco-friendly solid-state coolers underscores her practical approach to addressing environmental challenges in refrigeration technology.

Accolades and Recognition

Throughout her career, Assoc Prof Dr. Masselli has garnered recognition for her exemplary contributions to the field of applied thermodynamics. Her research has been published extensively in reputable scientific journals and conference proceedings, with over 100 publications to her name. Notable accolades include the Young Researcher Award Certificate of Merit at the AIGE/IIETA International Conference and the Young Researcher Under 35 Years Old Award Certificate of Merit. Her editorial roles in international scientific journals further demonstrate her standing as a respected figure in her field.

Impact and Influence

Assoc Prof Dr. Masselli's research has made significant contributions to advancing eco-friendly refrigeration technologies and promoting sustainability in the field of thermodynamics. By exploring novel approaches to solid-state cooling and renewable energy utilization, she has paved the way for more environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional refrigeration methods. Her work has not only expanded the boundaries of knowledge in her field but also inspired future generations of researchers to pursue sustainable solutions to global challenges.

Legacy and Future Contributions

As Assoc Prof Dr. Masselli continues her academic journey, her legacy is poised to leave a lasting impact on the field of applied thermodynamics. Through her ongoing research endeavors and mentorship of future scholars, she seeks to further refine eco-friendly refrigeration technologies and promote their widespread adoption. By fostering interdisciplinary collaborations and pushing the boundaries of scientific innovation, she remains committed to shaping a more sustainable future for generations to come.

Citations

  • Citations   1574
  • h-index       24
  • i10-index    35

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Fei Jia – Emerging Research Trends – Best Researcher Award 

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Assoc Prof Dr Fei Jia - Emerging Research Trends - Best Researcher Award 

Ocean University  - China

Author Profile

Early Academic Pursuits

Assoc Prof Dr Fei Jia embarked on his academic journey at China Agricultural University, earning his Bachelor's and Ph.D. degrees in Food Science. He continued his educational pursuits at Jiangnan University, obtaining a Master's degree with a focus on Food Science and Technology. His early exposure to international research came during an 18-month exchange program at Purdue University, where he worked in Assoc Prof Dr. Jozef Kokini's lab in the Department of Food Science.

Professional Endeavors

Assoc Prof Dr. Jia's professional journey includes a significant stint as a Research Scientist in Dr. Yanbin Li's lab at the University of Arkansas, followed by a Postdoctoral research associate position in Agricultural Engineering at Zhejiang University. His current designation is Associate Professor in the College of Food Science and Engineering at Ocean University of China, a position he assumed in January 2024.

Contributions and Research Focus

Assoc Prof Dr. Jia's primary research thrust revolves around the development of CRISPR-based biosensors for the rapid detection of pathogens and antibiotics in the food supply chain, with a particular emphasis on poultry and pork. His innovative research has resulted in electrochemical, low field NMR, QCM, and optical biosensors. As the Chair of the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) ITSC-230 Technical Committee on Biosensors, he has demonstrated leadership in his field.

Accolades and Recognition

His accomplishments are underscored by over 35 published journal articles and 10 invited talks at international meetings. Assoc Prof Dr. Jia's expertise has been recognized through research grants totaling $470,000 from prominent institutions like the Walmart Foundation, USDA-NIFA, and ABI.

Impact and Influence

Assoc Prof Dr. Jia's impactful work extends beyond publications. His collaborative efforts, especially with a 10-million-dollar international project supported by the Walmart Foundation, involved collaboration with over 30 professors across seven universities in the U.S. and China, along with three companies. The project aimed at enhancing the food safety of the poultry and pork supply chain in China.

Legacy and Future Contributions

His legacy includes addressing key challenges in CRISPR-based biosensors, such as low sensing sensitivity and labor-intensive processes. The innovative solutions developed under his leadership not only saved over $50 million for the involved companies in China but also promise broader economic benefits for the global food industry. Assoc Prof Dr. Jia's commitment to advancing biosensing technology positions him as a future leader in ensuring food safety worldwide.

This detailed overview provides a comprehensive understanding of Assoc Prof Dr. Fei Jia's academic journey, research contributions, and the significant impact he has made in the field of biosensing and food safety.

Citations

  • Citations      971
  • h-index         14
  • i10-index      19

Notable Publication