Sayyar Ali Shah | Nanomaterials for Energy | Research Excellence Award

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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

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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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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

Henryk Wojtaszek | Nanomaterials for Energy | Best Researcher Award

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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.

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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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.

 

Linzhuang Xing | Nanomaterials for Energy | Best Researcher Award

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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.