Hongcai Gao | Nanomaterials for Energy | Research Excellence Award

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

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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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Featured Publications

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

Arulmozhi Rajaram | Nanomaterials for Energy | Women Researcher Award

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Dr. Arulmozhi Rajaram | Nanomaterials for Energy | Women Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | SRM Institute of Science and Technology | India

Dr. Arulmozhi Rajaram is an accomplished researcher in organic chemistry and nanomaterials, with strong contributions spanning photocatalysis, energy materials, perovskites, quantum dots, molecular sensors, supercapacitors, and biomedical nanotechnology. With 1,342+ Scopus citations, 67 publications, and an h-index of 20, her research impact continues to grow across interdisciplinary domains. Her scholarly work extensively explores 2D materials, heterojunction photocatalysts, boron nitride quantum dots, double perovskites, metal–organic frameworks, and multifunctional carbon nanomaterials for applications in wastewater remediation, hydrogen production, electrocatalysis, photoluminescence, and environmental sensing. She has published high-impact research in leading Q1 and Q2 journals, including ACS Applied Nano Materials, Langmuir, Ceramics International, Environmental Research, RSC Advances, Diamond & Related Materials, Surfaces and Interfaces, Journal of Water Process Engineering, and many others. Her research portfolio includes over 70 peer-reviewed journal articles, multiple international conference presentations, and book chapters on green nanotechnology, metal complexes, anticancer agents, and catalytic materials. A notable contribution includes work on interface-engineered g-C3N4-based heterostructures, advanced perovskite phosphors, and molecularly imprinted sensors, which advance sustainable energy and environmental technologies. She has demonstrated strong leadership in research projects and international collaborations, including projects funded under the SATU Joint Research Scheme, and co-investigator roles with researchers from the University of Malaya and National Taipei University of Technology on cutting-edge work in photocatalysts, nanobio-hybrids, and perovskite solar cells. Her innovative capabilities are further reflected in her published patent on a nanofluidic drug-delivery system, highlighting her contributions to translational nanotechnology. Dr. Arulmozhi Rajaram has earned numerous Best Paper Awards and institutional recognitions for research excellence at national and international levels, underscoring her sustained impact in chemical sciences and nanomaterials research. She has also guided multiple Ph.D., PG, and UG research projects, contributing significantly to research training and capacity building in advanced materials science.

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Featured Publications

1. Ganesan, K., Jothi, V. K., Natarajan, A., Rajaram, A., Ravichandran, S., & Others. (2020). Green synthesis of copper oxide nanoparticles decorated with graphene oxide for anticancer activity and catalytic applications. Arabian Journal of Chemistry, 13(8), 6802–6814.

2. Kumar, J. V., Ajarem, J. S., Allam, A. A., Manikandan, V., R. Arulmozhi, R., & Abirami, N. (2022). Construction of SnO₂/g-C₃N₄ an effective nanocomposite for photocatalytic degradation of amoxicillin and pharmaceutical effluent. Environmental Research, 209, 112809.

3. Leelavathi, H., Muralidharan, R., Abirami, N., Tamizharasan, S., Sankeetha, S., R.Arulmozhi & Others. (2023). Construction of step-scheme g-C₃N₄/Co/ZnO heterojunction photocatalyst for aerobic photocatalytic degradation of synthetic wastewater. Colloids and Surfaces A: Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects, 656, 130449.

4. Kumar, J. V., Kavitha, G., Arulmozhi, R., Arul, V., Singaravadivel, S., & Others. (2021). Green sources derived carbon dots for multifaceted applications. Journal of Fluorescence, 31(4), 915–932.

5. Leelavathi, H., Abirami, N., Muralidharan, R., Kavitha, H. P., Tamizharasan, S., R. Arulmozhi & Others. (2021). Sunlight-assisted degradation of textile pollutants and phytotoxicity evaluation using mesoporous ZnO/g-C₃N₄ catalyst. RSC Advances, 11(43), 26800–26812.

Islam Abdelnabi | Nanomaterials for Energy | Best Researcher Award

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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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Featured Publications

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

Amel Boudjemaa | Nanomaterials for Energy | Women Researcher Award

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Dr. Amel Boudjemaa | Nanomaterials for Energy | Women Researcher Award

Researcher, Center for Scientific and Technical Research in Physicochemical Analysis (CRAPC), Algeria

Dr. Amel Boudjemaa is a prolific Algerian researcher at the Centre de Recherche Scientifique et Technique en Analyses Physico-Chimiques (CRAPC), Bou Ismail, Algeria. Her scientific contributions lie primarily in photocatalysis, nanomaterials, surface chemistry, and environmental remediation. With a Scopus h-index of 20, 1,467 citations, and 90 peer-reviewed publications, her work has significantly influenced the fields of materials chemistry and sustainable environmental technologies. Her recent research focuses on the design and optimization of advanced nanostructured photocatalysts for water purification, pollutant degradation, and hydrogen generation under visible light. Notably, she has investigated heterojunction and doped oxide-based photocatalysts—such as Co₂SnO₄/Co₃O₄/SnO₂, ZnO–CuO–Al₂O₃, and Bi/Fe-doped aluminophosphates—demonstrating enhanced degradation efficiencies for pharmaceuticals and dyes like diclofenac, ibuprofen, and methyl orange. These studies integrate experimental synthesis, photochemical characterization, and mechanistic modeling to predict by-product toxicity and reaction kinetics, emphasizing both efficiency and environmental safety. Beyond photocatalysis, Dr. Amel Boudjemaa has explored hybrid and functional nanomaterials with applications in sensing, adsorption, and energy storage. Her works on platinum(IV)-carbon sphere hybrids and tin-based non-enzymatic sensors have expanded the potential of nanomaterials for electrochemical detection and clean energy technologies. Methodologically, her research combines advanced materials synthesis, surface modification, spectroscopic and electrochemical analysis, and computational prediction tools. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges materials science, environmental engineering, and green chemistry, contributing to cleaner production and pollution mitigation strategies. Overall, Dr. Amel Boudjemaa’s body of work demonstrates a consistent pursuit of innovative, sustainable solutions for environmental contaminants, positioning her among the leading North African researchers in applied photocatalysis and nanomaterial-based remediation.

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Featured Publications

Boumaza, S., Boudjemaa, A., Bouguelia, A., Bouarab, R., & Trari, M. (2010). Visible light induced hydrogen evolution on new hetero-system ZnFe₂O₄/SrTiO₃. Applied Energy, 87(7), 2230–2236.

Boudjemaa, A., Boumaza, S., Trari, M., Bouarab, R., & Bouguelia, A. (2009). Physical and photo-electrochemical characterizations of α-Fe₂O₃: Application for hydrogen production. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 34(10), 4268–4274.

Chezeau, B., Boudriche, L., Vial, C., & Boudjemaa, A. (2020). Treatment of dairy wastewater by electrocoagulation process: Advantages of combined iron/aluminum electrodes. Separation Science and Technology, 55(14), 2510–2527.

Boumaza, S., Boudjemaa, A., Omeiri, S., Bouarab, R., Bouguelia, A., & Trari, M. (2010). Physical and photoelectrochemical characterizations of hematite α-Fe₂O₃: Application to photocatalytic oxygen evolution. Solar Energy, 84(4), 715–721.

Boudjemaa, A., Bouarab, R., Saadi, S., Bouguelia, A., & Trari, M. (2009). Photoelectrochemical H₂-generation over spinel FeCr₂O₄ in X²⁻ solutions (X²⁻ = S²⁻ and SO₃²⁻). Applied Energy, 86(7–8), 1080–1086.