Elyes Jbira | Nanomaterials for Energy | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Elyes Jbira | Nanomaterials for Energy | Research Excellence Award

Doctor Researcher, Laboratory of Intelligent Networks and Nanotechnology, National School of Advanced Sciences and Technologies of Borj-Cédria | Tunisia

Dr. Elyes Jbira is an emerging researcher with focused contributions to contemporary scientific research, reflected through 5 peer-reviewed documents indexed in Google Scholar and a growing scholarly impact of 51 citations, with an h-index of 2 and i10-index of 2. His research work centers on advancing knowledge in specialized interdisciplinary domains, emphasizing original research articles, conference publications, and applied research outcomes. Dr. Elyes Jbira’s scholarly contributions demonstrate methodological rigor and relevance, addressing current scientific challenges through analytical and experimental approaches. His research outputs have contributed to measurable academic visibility and citation impact, indicating recognition within the research community. In addition to journal and conference publications, his work aligns with innovation-driven research themes and knowledge dissemination, supporting ongoing R&D activities and future translational potential. Overall, Dr. Elyes Jbira’s research profile reflects a promising academic trajectory with consistent contributions to peer-reviewed literature, citation growth, and engagement in impactful research activities at the early-to-mid stage of his scholarly career.

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Sayyar Ali Shah | Nanomaterials for Energy | Research Excellence Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sayyar Ali Shah | Nanomaterials for Energy | Research Excellence Award

Professor | Jiangsu University of Science and Technology | China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sayyar Ali Shah is a highly cited researcher in nanomaterials and energy-related materials science, with 2,275 citations across 67 peer-reviewed publications (h-index 29, i10-index 42). His research focuses on the design, synthesis, and mechanistic understanding of advanced nanocomposites for electrocatalytic and photocatalytic hydrogen evolution, oxygen evolution, overall water splitting, and energy conversion and storage technologies. He has made significant contributions to metal–carbon hybrids, transition-metal dichalcogenides, graphene-based composites, and heterojunction catalysts, combining experimental materials engineering with theoretical insights into catalytic mechanisms. His work is widely published in high-impact Q1 journals and selected scholarly reviews, demonstrating strong citation impact and international recognition. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sayyar Ali Shah has led and contributed to competitive, externally funded research projects, translating fundamental nanoscience into scalable R&D outcomes for sustainable energy applications. He is actively engaged in scientific innovation, serves as an editor for themed journal issues, reviews for leading international journals, and contributes to conference leadership, advancing global research in catalysis and functional nanomaterials.

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Hongcai Gao | Nanomaterials for Energy | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Dr. Hongcai Gao | Nanomaterials for Energy | Research Excellence Award

Professor | Beijing Institute of Technology | China

Prof. Dr. Hongcai Gao is a highly cited energy materials scientist with over 12,440 Google Scholar citations, an h-index of 54, an i10-index of 74, and 105+ peer-reviewed publications. His research focuses on electrochemical energy storage, including lithium-ion, sodium-ion, potassium-ion, and solid-state batteries, with strong emphasis on cathode and anode materials, electrolytes, interfacial chemistry, and high-entropy material design. He has delivered influential research outcomes published in top-tier journals such as Advanced Energy Materials, Energy Storage Materials, Nano Energy, Chemical Engineering Journal, ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, and Journal of Materials Chemistry A. Prof. Dr. Hongcai Gao has contributed to national and regional competitive research projects, generated high-impact R&D innovations, and co-authored authoritative book chapters on electrochemical energy storage. His work has significantly advanced multielectron redox chemistry, interfacial stabilization strategies, and scalable battery technologies. He is consistently recognized among the World’s Top 2% Scientists, serves on editorial boards, acts as a reviewer for leading journals, and plays an active role in international conferences and scientific innovation leadership.

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Low-cost high-energy potassium cathode
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Kumud Malika Tripathi | Nanomaterials for Energy | Excellence in Research Award

Dr. Kumud Malika Tripathi | Nanomaterials for Energy | Excellence in Research Award

Ramalingaswami Faculty | Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) | India

Dr. Kumud Malika Tripathi is a leading nanotechnology researcher whose work spans green hydrogen production, carbon capture and utilization (CCUS), environmental remediation, biosensing technologies, and advanced nano-carbon materials. With more than 5,138 scopus citations, a strong 42 h-index, and over 100 peer-reviewed publications, she has established an international reputation for pioneering sustainable nanomaterials and carbon-based functional systems. Her research contributions center on the design of biomass-derived carbon nanostructures, including graphene aerogels, carbon nano-onions, carbon quantum dots, and hybrid heterostructures. These materials underpin breakthroughs in visible-light photocatalysis, wastewater treatment, degradation of emerging pollutants, flexible electronics, self-charging power units, and high-performance energy storage devices such as zinc-ion hybrid supercapacitors and zinc-air batteries. Her work has significantly advanced green routes for producing nano-carbons from waste sources, demonstrating strong circular-economy impact in environmental and energy applications. Dr. Kumud Malika Tripathi’s research group has made influential contributions to non-invasive disease diagnostics, particularly through graphene-quantum-dot-based optical sensors and FRET-based platforms for detecting biomarkers, gases, and trace analytes. She has authored multiple high-impact publications in journals such as Chemical Engineering Journal, Nanoscale, ChemComm, ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering, Carbon, and Scientific Reports. Her innovations extend to patents on metal-air battery electrolytes, photocatalysts, flexible batteries, wastewater bioremediation, and graphene-based heterostructures, reflecting strong translational and R&D capabilities. A consistent recipient of prestigious research recognitions, she has been honored with RSC Emerging Investigator recognition, RSC Excellent Women Researcher awards, and the Ramalingaswami Re-entry Fellowship, among others. She has delivered invited talks across premier institutes and international conferences, and she serves as Associate Editor for several journals while reviewing extensively for ACS, RSC, Elsevier, Wiley, and Nature group journals. Her funded research projects-supported by DST, DBT, OIL India, Ministry of Coal, NRF-Korea, and others-focus on CO₂ conversion, biosensing, nano-carbon synthesis, pollution remediation, and renewable energy technologies. Through impactful publications, patents, collaborative projects, and editorial contributions, Dr. Kumud Malika Tripathi has become a prominent global figure in sustainable nanomaterials and advanced carbon technologies.

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1. Tyagi, A., Tripathi, K. M., Singh, N., Choudhary, S., & Gupta, R. K. (2016). Green synthesis of carbon quantum dots from lemon peel waste: applications in sensing and photocatalysis. RSC Advances, 6(76), 72423–72432. https://doi.org/10.1039/C6RA10488F

2. Das, G. S., Shim, J. P., Bhatnagar, A., Tripathi, K. M., & Kim, T.-Y. (2019). Biomass-derived carbon quantum dots for visible-light-induced photocatalysis and label-free detection of Fe(III) and ascorbic acid. Scientific Reports, 9, 15084. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-019-49266-y

3. Tyagi, A., Tripathi, K. M., & Gupta, R. K. (2015). Recent progress in micro-scale energy storage devices and future aspects. Journal of Materials Chemistry A, 3(45), 22507–22541. https://doi.org/10.1039/C5TA05666G

4. Tripathi, K. M., Kim, T.-Y., Losic, D., & Tung, T.-T. (2016). Recent advances in engineered graphene and composites for detection of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and non-invasive disease diagnosis. Carbon, 110, 97–129. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbon.2016.08.040

5. Santhosh, C., Daneshvar, E., Tripathi, K. M., Baltrėnas, P., Kim, T.-Y., Baltrėnaitė, E., & Bhatnagar, A. (2020). Synthesis and characterization of magnetic biochar adsorbents for the removal of Cr(VI) and Acid orange 7 dye from aqueous solution. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 27(26), 32874–32887. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11356-020-09275-1

Islam Abdelnabi | Nanomaterials for Energy | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Islam Abdelnabi | Nanomaterials for Energy | Best Researcher Award

Doctor | Beni-Suef University | Egypt

Dr. Islam Abdelnabi is an emerging materials physicist and researcher whose work bridges solid-state physics, nanomaterials, and renewable energy applications. With 12 scientific documents, 180 citations, and an h-index of 7, his research contributions reflect a strong focus on electrocatalysis, nanostructured materials, and sustainable energy innovations. His scientific investigations explore bifunctional electrocatalysts for water-splitting applications (HER, OER, ORR), focusing on the design of perovskite-based nanocomposites, doped oxides, and natural mineral-derived catalysts. He has synthesized and characterized advanced nanomaterials through multiple methods including hydrothermal, combustion, and molten-salt synthesis. His materials research extends to solid-oxide fuel cells (SOFCs), thin films, and conducting polymer systems, employing advanced characterization tools such as XRD, SEM, EDX, FTIR, BET, and EIS spectroscopy. Dr. Islam Abdelnabi has authored impactful works in high-quality journals such as RSC Advances, Inorganic Chemistry Communications, and Journal of Water Process Engineering. His recent publications include studies on nano-zirconia composites for oxygen evolution, LaCoFeO perovskites doped with natural Ca²⁺, and hydrogen generation via advanced electrocatalysts. His upcoming papers in Electrocatalysis and Energy journals further demonstrate his deep engagement with green hydrogen and catalytic material engineering. His research excellence has been recognized through university honors and participation in major scientific conferences, including Eg-MRS and international forums in Taiwan and France. Beyond publications, Dr. Islam Abdelnabi contributes to the academic community as a reviewer, conference contributor, and educational innovator through scientific dissemination on digital platforms. His continuing work aims to advance nanotechnology-driven energy solutions and environmental sustainability through material design and electrochemical innovation.

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1. Saad, I., Ralha, N., Abukhadra, M. R., & Ko, Y. G. (2023). Recent advances in photocatalytic oxidation techniques for decontamination of water. Journal of Water Process Engineering, 52, 103572. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jwpe.2023.103572

2. Abukhadra, M. R., Shaban, M., Sayed, F., & Saad, I. (2018). Efficient photocatalytic removal of Safranin-O dye pollutants from water under sunlight using synthetic bentonite/polyaniline@Ni₂O₃ photocatalyst of enhanced performance. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 25(33), 33264–33276. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11356-018-3299-8

3. Saad, I., El-Dek, S. I., Eissa, M. F., Assaud, L., Abukhadra, M. R., Al Zoubi, W., Kang, J. H., & Amin, R. M. (2024). Recent hydrogen production strategies: Recent advances in electrocatalysis. Inorganic Chemistry Communications, 165, 112474. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.inoche.2024.112474

4. Abukhadra, M. R., Saad, I., Othman, S. I., Allam, A. A., & Fathallah, W. (2022). Synthesis of Co₃O₄@Organo/Polymeric bentonite structures as environmental photocatalysts and antibacterial agents for enhanced removal of methyl pollutants. Journal of Inorganic and Organometallic Polymers and Materials, 32(7), 2600–2614. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10904-022-02354-9

5. Saad, I., El-Dek, S. I., Eissa, M. F., Assaud, L., & Amin, R. M. (2024). LaCo₀.₂Fe₀.₈O₃ perovskites doped with natural Ca²⁺ as bifunctional electrocatalysts for oxygen evolution and reduction reactions. RSC Advances, 14(38), 27488–27503. https://doi.org/10.1039/D4RA04105D

Henryk Wojtaszek | Nanomaterials for Energy | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Henryk Wojtaszek | Nanomaterials for Energy | Best Researcher Award

Research Science | University College of Professional Education in Wroclaw | Poland

Dr. Henryk Wojtaszek is an accomplished research scientist from the University College of Professional Education in Wroclaw, Poland, recognized for his scholarly contributions in economics, management, innovation, and renewable energy policy. His research integrates sustainable economic development with strategic management frameworks and energy transition models, contributing significantly to the understanding of low-carbon transformation and industrial innovation. Dr. Henryk Wojtaszek has authored and co-authored over 20 scientific publications indexed in Scopus and Google Scholar, with more than 464 citations and an h-index of 13. His works are featured in leading journals such as Energies, Sustainability, European Research Studies Journal, and the Scientific Papers of Silesian University of Technology. Notable publications include studies on “Barriers to Innovation in Manufacturing SMEs,” “Energy Transition 2024–2025,” and “Hydrogen Energy as a Catalyst for Sustainable Development,” emphasizing green transformation, innovation strategy, and comparative energy policies in Europe. His research areas span renewable-energy economics, sustainable management, innovation systems, industry 4.0 strategies, and cross-border policy analysis between Poland and Germany. Dr. Henryk Wojtaszek has contributed to multiple international and interdisciplinary projects focusing on energy transition, hydrogen economy, and education-management integration. His findings have guided decision-making for enterprises and policymakers addressing socio-economic and environmental sustainability. Dr. Henryk Wojtaszek’s scholarly achievements are complemented by active participation in research evaluation, editorial review, and international scientific collaborations. His recognition in the academic community reflects his commitment to advancing research on innovation-driven economic growth, renewable-energy policy, and sustainable development practices in Europe and beyond.

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1. Wojtaszek, H., & Miciuła, I. (2019). Analysis of factors giving the opportunity for implementation of innovations on the example of manufacturing enterprises in the Silesian province. Sustainability, 11(20), 5850.

2. Wojtaszek, H. (2016). Selected aspects of innovative motivation. World Scientific News, 44, 37–45.

3. Miciuła, I., Wojtaszek, H., Bazan, M., Janiczek, T., Włodarczyk, B., Kabus, J., & others. (2020). Management of the energy mix and emissivity of individual economies in the European Union as a challenge of the modern world climate. Energies, 13(19), 5191.

4. Jałowiec, T., Wojtaszek, H., & Miciuła, I. (2022). Analysis of the potential management of the low-carbon energy transformation by 2050. Energies, 15(7), 2351.

5. Kuzminski, L., Jałowiec, T., Masloch, P., Wojtaszek, H., & Miciuła, I. (2020). Analysis of factors influencing the competitiveness of manufacturing companies. University of Piraeus: International Strategic Management Association Conference Proceedings, 25–34.

Linzhuang Xing | Nanomaterials for Energy | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Linzhuang Xing | Nanomaterials for Energy | Best Researcher Award

Xidian University | China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Linzhuang Xing, a distinguished Associate Professor at the School of Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology, Xidian University, China, has made substantial contributions to nanotechnology, photothermal conversion, and advanced energy materials through over a decade of interdisciplinary research. His work primarily focuses on nanofluids, plasmonic and magnetic nanocomposites, and functional ceramics for applications in solar energy harvesting, thermal management, and piezoelectric and dielectric systems. Among his significant contributions are studies on the performance and mechanism of plasmonic-magnetic Fe₃O₄–Au nanocomposites for enhanced light absorption and solar-driven interfacial steam generation, the thermal performance of composite phase change materials integrated in all-weather solar interfacial evaporation systems, and Fe₃O₄/Au@SiO₂ nanocomposites with recyclable and wide spectral photo-thermal conversion for direct absorption solar collectors, which have advanced the understanding of nanoscale heat transfer and energy conversion. He has also explored ultrahigh strain in PZ–PT–BNT piezoelectric ceramics, absorption characteristics and solar thermal conversion of Fe₃O₄@Au core/shell nanoparticles, recent advances of solar thermal conversion with wide absorption spectrum based on plasmonic nanofluids, and absorption capacity of Au core nanorods coated with various shell materials, contributing to the design of high-efficiency energy systems. Additional research includes the effects of morphological evolution and aggregation of plasmonic core-shell nanostructures on solar thermal conversion, photothermal conversion and thermal management of magnetic plasmonic Fe₃O₄@Au nanofluids, and temperature stability of strain in PZ–PT–BNT ternary ceramics, as well as enhanced piezoelectric properties in Bi(Fe,Mn)O₃–BaTiO₃ ceramics and low-temperature sintering and phase modulation of MgTiO₃–CaTiO₃ microwave dielectric ceramics, reflecting his broad expertise in energy and materials science. Dr. Xing has also contributed to biomedical nanotechnology through theoretical and in vivo investigations of gold nanoparticles for laser surgery, demonstrating a multidisciplinary approach that bridges nanotechnology, energy, and medical applications. With over 30 peer-reviewed publications and extensive experience as a journal reviewer, his research continues to advance innovative solutions for energy and material challenges.

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  • Li, X., Xing, L., Zhang, Z., Ha, Y., Zhang, M., & Li, Z. (2025). Performance and mechanism of plasmonic-magnetic Fe₃O₄–Au nanocomposites for enhanced light absorption and solar-driven interfacial steam generation. Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 1042, 184099.

  • Li, X., Xing, L., Zhang, Z., Zhang, M., Ha, Y., & Li, Z. (2025). Thermal performance of composite phase change materials integrated in all-weather solar interfacial evaporation system for thermal storage and water treatment. Journal of Energy Storage.

  • Xing, L., Li, X., Wang, R., Ha, Y., Li, D., Chen, B., & Li, Z. (2024). Fe₃O₄/Au@SiO₂ nanocomposites with recyclable and wide spectral photo-thermal conversion for a direct absorption solar collector. Renewable Energy, 235, 121269.

  • Denghui, J., Luo, F., Yuanshui, L., Kao, P., Xing, L., & Li, Z. (2024). Ultrahigh strain in PZ–PT–BNT piezoelectric ceramic. Ceramics International, 50(2), 3803–3811.

  • Xing, L., Wang, R., Ha, Y., & Li, Z. (2023). Absorption characteristics and solar thermal conversion of Fe₃O₄@Au core/shell nanoparticles for a direct-absorption solar collector. Renewable Energy, 216, 119120.

Prof. Dr. Gael Plantard | Energy Nanomaterials Awards | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Gael Plantard | Energy Nanomaterials Awards | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Gael Plantard , Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique , France

Gaël Plantard is a University Professor in the Chemical and Process Engineering Department at the University of Perpignan-Via Domitia, where he has been a key member of the Processes, Materials, and Solar Energy Laboratory (UPR 8521) since 2006. His research focuses on developing innovative photocatalytic materials for solar applications, and he has published over 50 papers in this field. Plantard was awarded the Habilitation to Supervise Research in 2014 and was appointed University Professor in 2018. He has led numerous national and international projects and collaborations, contributing significantly to advancements in solar technologies. His work has been recognized with several awards, including the Occitanie Region “Chercheur Avenir” in 2013 and a nomination for the Frans Habraken Best Paper Award in 2022. In addition to his research, he has held various academic administrative roles, including serving as Head of the Chemical and Process Engineering Department and as an elected member of several university councils.

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Suitability for the Research for Best Researcher Award: Gael Plantard

Gael Plantard is highly suitable for the Research for Best Researcher Award due to his outstanding research contributions, innovative approach to solar energy and photochemical processes, significant mentorship role, and recognized excellence in his field. His extensive publication record, leadership in research initiatives, and notable awards collectively underscore his impact and commitment to advancing science and technology.

🎓Education:

Gaël Plantard holds a Habilitation to Supervise Research (HDR), awarded in 2014. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Perpignan-Via Domitia, with the exact year not specified. Additionally, he completed both his Master’s Degree and Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering at the same institution, although the specific years are not detailed.

🏢Work Experience:

Gaël Plantard has served as a University Professor in the Chemical and Process Engineering Department at the University of Perpignan-Via Domitia since 2018. He has been a researcher at the Processes, Materials, and Solar Energy Laboratory (UPR 8521) since 2006. From 2009 to 2015, he was the Head of the Chemical and Process Engineering Department. Additionally, Plantard has been an elected member of various university councils and committees at the University of Perpignan-Via Domitia from 2020 to 2024

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  • “Implementation of an Advanced Photooxidation Process to Intensify Pharmaceuticals Removal by a Membrane Bioreactor”

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  • “Continuous Degradation of Micropollutants in Real World Treated Wastewaters by Photooxidation in Dynamic Conditions”

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  • “Photo-oxidation of Three Major Pharmaceuticals in Urban Wastewater Under Artificial and Solar Irradiations”

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