Jyotiraditya Sikder | Machine Learning | Young Scientist Award

Published On 17/06/202517/06/2025 by ScienceFather

Jyotiraditya Sikder | Machine Learning | Young Scientist Award

Mr. Jyotiraditya Sikder, Birla Institute of Technology & Science Pilani, India.

Jyotiraditya Sikder is a dynamic Computational–Experimental Chemist 🧪 and Industrial Engineer 🏭 currently serving as a Guest Scientist at the Max Planck Institute of Colloids & Interfaces, Potsdam 🇩🇪. A dual-degree candidate at BITS Pilani 🎓, he’s pursuing M.Sc. (Hons.) Chemistry and B.E. (Hons.) Chemical Engineering, graduating in 2026. His work bridges machine learning 🤖, material simulations 🧬, and experimental thermodynamics. From assisting in core chemical engineering courses to contributing to IEEE Access and Tribology International 📰, Jyotiraditya showcases remarkable interdisciplinary skills. With interests spanning academic and industrial research 🚀, he brings computational rigor and hands-on engineering insight to the evolving world of science and technology 🌍.

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Education & Experience

🎓 M.Sc. (Hons.) Chemistry, BITS Pilani (2026)
🏗️ B.E. (Hons.) Chemical Engineering, BITS Pilani (2026)
🧪 Guest Scientist, Max Planck Institute of Colloids & Interfaces, Potsdam
🧑‍🏫 Teaching Assistant, Systems Engineering Principle (RMIT–BITS Collaboration)
📚 TA, Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics (BITS Pilani)
🛰️ Delegate, DefSat Conference 2024, SIA–India
🛠️ Fabrication Head, MBF Tinkerer’s Lab, BITS Pilani
🌍 Representative, Space Revolution Conf., California (2019)

Suitability for the Award

Mr. Jyotiraditya Sikder is a highly promising and industrious young scientist whose early accomplishments in the fields of materials characterization, computational chemistry, and industrial engineering make him a standout candidate for the Young Scientist Award. Currently serving as a Guest Scientist at the Max Planck Institute of Colloids & Interfaces, Potsdam, while pursuing an integrated M.Sc. (Hons.) in Chemistry and B.E. (Hons.) in Chemical Engineering at BITS Pilani, Jyotiraditya has demonstrated exceptional potential to contribute transformative advancements in science and technology. His interdisciplinary expertise spans from molecular simulations and machine learning to hands-on fabrication and data-driven materials discovery—reflecting not only academic excellence but also a forward-looking vision essential for next-generation researchers.

Professional Development

Jyotiraditya’s professional journey is marked by a hands-on approach to science and interdisciplinary learning 🧠🔬. As a Teaching Assistant in core engineering courses at BITS Pilani 👨‍🏫, he has created tutorials, designed assessments, and supported student learning. At RMIT, he co-instructed system engineering modules 🇦🇺. His fabrication skills span FDM/SLA 3D printing, CNC machining, and welding 🧰. He has contributed to defense-tech interactions at DefSat 2024 and MIT’s Sustainability Hackathon 🌱. He’s skilled in simulation software, coding, and data analytics 📊, aiming to translate theory into innovation across both academia and industry 🌐.

Research Focus

Jyotiraditya’s research spans computational chemistry 🧪, molecular modeling 🧬, materials tribology 🔩, and machine learning-driven material design 🤖. His work combines atomistic simulations (Gromacs, LAMMPS, AmberTools), drug design, and multi-objective optimization techniques like MOORA to analyze experimental deviation. He also uses SEM/XRD data for predictive analysis of materials. His contributions to journals like Tribology International and IEEE Access showcase his analytical depth 📖. With proficiency in deep learning (CNNs, Autoencoders), and statistical modeling, his goal is to drive innovation in materials science, sustainability, and industrial process design 🌿⚙️.

Awards & Honors

🛰️ DefSat 2024 Delegate, SIA–India, representing BITS Pilani
🌍 Space Revolution Conf. 2019, Southern California – Paper Presentation on Martian Economy
🎓 Guest Scientist, Max Planck Institute, Germany
🏅 MIT Sustainable & Energy Hack 2023, Boston – Developed green business solutions
🔬 Publication Credit, Tribology International, ML-based material analysis
📊 Contributor, IEEE Access, regional data analytics in atmospheric science

Publication Top Noted

📘 “Enhanced tribological performance of MoS₂ and hBN-based composite friction materials” – Tribology International, 2024 🔄 |🔗

📗 “Gravimetric Detection of Earth’s Rotation Using Crowdsourced Smartphone Observations” – IEEE Access, 2019 🌍 | Cited by: 11 📊 🔗

Abuzar Eshaghi Oskui | Fracture Mechanics | Materials Characterization Award

Published On 14/06/202514/06/2025 by ScienceFather

Abuzar Eshaghi Oskui | Fracture Mechanics | Materials Characterization Award

Dr. Abuzar Eshaghi Oskui, Zhejiang University, China.

Dr. Abuzar Es’haghi Oskui (👨‍🔬), a postdoctoral research fellow at Zhejiang University 🇨🇳, specializes in solid mechanics and material characterization. Holding a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Tehran 🎓, he has contributed extensively to fracture mechanics and polymer mechanics research. He’s a native Turkish and Persian speaker 🇹🇷🇮🇷 and fluent in English 🌐. With over a decade of academic, industrial, and technical training experience across Iran, Germany 🇩🇪, and China, he has earned numerous awards 🏅 for innovation, teaching, and research excellence. He resides in China as a permanent resident through the country’s “special talent” program 🌟.

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Education & Experience

🎓 Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, University of Tehran, Iran (2019) – Focus: Mixed-mode fracture behavior
🧪 Visiting Scholar, University of Stuttgart (IMWF), Germany 🇩🇪 (2019)
🎓 M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering, Sahand University of Technology, Tabriz, Iran (2012)
👨‍🏫 Postdoctoral Fellow at Southern University of Science & Technology (SUSTech), Shenzhen 🇨🇳 (2022–Present)
👨‍🏫 Postdoctoral Fellow at Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 🇨🇳
👨‍🏫 Over 10 years of teaching experience in:
- ⚙️ Dynamics, Statics, Mechanics of Materials, Design
- 📘 Abaqus Software Instructor at Iran Technical and Vocational Training Organization (2018–2022)
- 🎓 Institutions: Sahand University, Payame Noor University, Technical and Vocational University

Summary Suitability for the Award

Dr. Abuzar Es’haghi Oskui is an accomplished Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Zhejiang University, China, with a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (Solid Mechanics) from the University of Tehran. With an outstanding track record in experimental mechanics, fracture characterization, polymer mechanics, and material testing, Dr. Oskui is an exemplary candidate for the Materials Characterization Award. His research seamlessly bridges theory, numerical simulation, and experimental validation in material behavior under various mechanical loads, making profound contributions to both academia and industry.

Professional Development

Dr. Oskui has actively developed his professional competencies through a wide range of certifications and trainings 🔍. He has mastered software like Abaqus and ANSYS 🧮, studied renewable energy systems 🌞, and gained hands-on experience in nanomaterial synthesis, including electrospinning and sol-gel methods 🧪. He has conducted experimental work with strain gauges and worked on magnetron sputtering film deposition 💡. As a certified trainer, he has educated students and engineers alike in technical and vocational sectors 📚. His continued industrial collaborations, including projects with OPPO Co. 📱, reflect his blend of academic depth and applied innovation.

Research Focus

Dr. Es’haghi Oskui’s research falls under Advanced Mechanical Engineering & Materials Science 🛠️🧬. He focuses on fracture mechanics, material characterization, polymer mechanics, damage analysis, and viscoelasticity 🧱. His investigations explore how materials behave under stress, particularly under varying thermal and mechanical conditions 🔥❄️. His work on optically clear adhesives for flexible smartphones 📲 and lightweight metals for structural applications ⚙️ positions him at the forefront of smart and functional material development. Dr. Oskui’s contributions significantly impact both academic theory and industrial applications, with a particular emphasis on cutting-edge simulation using tools like Abaqus 🎯.

Awards & Honors

🥇 Top 1st student in B.Sc. (2010)
🥇 Top 1st student in M.Sc. (2012)
🏅 First prize – Sahand National Festival of Inventions (2013)
🧠 Invention approved by Iran’s National Elites Foundation (2013)
🎓 Ph.D. admission under talented student quota – University of Tehran (2014)
🏆 Honored as outstanding research student in East Azerbaijan State (2014)
🔬 Scientific approval of invention – Iranian Research Organization for Science & Technology (2014)
🏅 Top graduate of Sahand University of Technology (2014)
🧑‍🏫 Lecturer – Seminar on Thesis & Proposal Writing (2018)
📘 Contributor – Manufacturing Engineering Syllabus, Technical and Vocational University (2020)
🎓 Advisor of 9 M.Sc. theses (2019–2024)
📊 Instructor & Examiner – Abaqus, Iran Technical & Vocational Training Organization (2018–2022)
🇨🇳 Achieved permanent residency in China through “Special Talent” program (2022)
🏅 Best Presentation Award – 10th Intl. Conf. on Materials Science & Engineering, Tokyo (2024)

Publication Top Noted

📘 3D characterization of mixed-mode fracture toughness of materials using a new loading device – Cited by: 38 | Year: 2016 📊🔍
📘 Experimental and numerical investigation of fracture of ABS polymeric material for different sample’s thickness using a new loading device – Cited by: 33 | Year: 2014 🧪🧷
📘 Fracture behavior of the forged aluminum 7075-T6 alloy under mixed-mode loading conditions – Cited by: 21 | Year: 2022 ⚙️🛠️
📘 Soft acrylate monomer-based optically clear adhesive for foldable electronics: Mechanical characterization and fractography analysis under large strain – Cited by: 20 | Year: 2023 📱🧼
📘 A technical approach toward pre-crack generation and its effect on the fracture behavior of polymeric materials – Cited by: 17 | Year: 2022 🔬🧩
📘 Effect of broaching pre-cracking process on fracture behavior of polymeric materials – Cited by: 14 | Year: 2023 🧱🧵
📘 Mixed-mode fracture behavior of AM60 magnesium alloy using two parameter fracture mechanics – Cited by: 13 | Year: 2019 🧲🔧
📘 Characterization of elastic-plastic fracture toughness of AM60 Mg alloy under mixed-mode loading conditions – Cited by: 13 | Year: 2018 ⚙️📐

Tchummegne Kouam Ida | Bioenergy | Best Researcher Award

Published On 13/06/202513/06/2025 by ScienceFather

Tchummegne Kouam Ida | Bioenergy | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Tchummegne Kouam Ida, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, India.

Tchummegne Kouam Ida 🇨🇲 is a dedicated Ph.D. Research Scholar at the Centre for the Environment, IIT Guwahati 🇮🇳, specializing in bioenergy and environmental sustainability 🌱⚡. Originally from Bafoussam, Cameroon, she is passionate about advancing scientific knowledge through interdisciplinary research. Ida’s expertise spans microbial fuel cells, electrochemistry, and wastewater treatment 💧🔬. Her international exposure, effective communication skills, and proficiency in both English and French 🌍📚 make her a dynamic contributor to global environmental research. Committed to innovation and collaboration, she actively engages in conferences, publishes research, and contributes to scientific dialogue across Africa and Asia 🌐🧪.

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Education & Experience

🎓 Ph.D. Research Scholar in Environment-Bioenergy, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, India
🎓 Master of Science in Analytical Chemistry (Electrochemistry) – University of Dschang, Cameroon (2016)
🎓 Bachelor’s Degree in Inorganic Chemistry – University of Dschang, Cameroon (2013)
🎓 Baccalauréat C – Government Bilingual High School of Bafoussam, Cameroon (2010)
🧪 Research Experience includes microbial fuel cell design, electrode modification, and wastewater treatment technologies
🌍 Mobility and academic exposure in both Africa and Asia

Summary Suitability for the Award

Ms. Tchummegne Kouam Ida, a Ph.D. Research Scholar at the Centre for the Environment, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IITG), India, is an exceptional candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Hailing from Cameroon and conducting advanced research in India, she bridges international knowledge systems with an emphasis on bioenergy, wastewater treatment, and microbial fuel cell technologies. With a strong academic foundation in Analytical and Inorganic Chemistry, she has emerged as a promising contributor to the field of sustainable environmental technology.

Professional Development

Tchummegne Kouam Ida actively strengthens her professional profile through global conferences, workshops, and collaborative research 🌐📊. She has presented her research via oral and poster formats at major events such as Chemcon 2022 and ICBFSCC-2023 🗣️📑. She cultivates interdisciplinary competence through technical tools like voltammetry, Mega, BioEdit, and Chemdraw 💻🧫. A skilled communicator in both French and English 🗨️📘, she contributes to scientific literature through article writing, bibliographic research, and project reports. Her commitment to sustainable innovation is complemented by soft skills such as adaptability, collaboration, and public presentation 🌱🔬.

Research Focus

Ida’s research focus lies in environmental biotechnology and bioenergy, particularly microbial fuel cells for wastewater treatment 🌿⚡. She integrates principles of electrochemistry, material science, and waste management to develop sustainable energy solutions. Her expertise includes electrode modification, voltammetric analysis, and the synthesis of functional materials for green applications 💧🔋. Her work supports clean energy transitions and environmental remediation, aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goals 🌎✅. Through interdisciplinary research, she aims to minimize environmental footprints while maximizing renewable energy yields—contributing meaningfully to both local and global ecological solutions 🔄🧪.

Awards & Honors

🏆 DBT-TWAS Full-time Postgraduate Fellowship Award – 2019
🎖️ Participant – First Pan-African Conference of Crystallography (PCCr1), 2016
🗣️ Oral Presentation – Chemcon 2022: Sustainability in Chemical Processes
🗣️ Oral Presentation – ICBFSCC-2023: Biodiversity, Food Security & Climate Change
📌 Poster Presentation – Symposium on Environmental Challenges, June 2024
📌 Poster Presentation – Research and Industrial Conclave Integration, August 2024
📌 Poster Presentation – Environment 2024: International Conference, November 2024
🗣️ Oral Presentation – ICHE-CHECOM 2024, December 2024

Publication Top Noted

📘 Microbial fuel cell design, application and performance: A review – TK Ida, B Mandal | Materials Today: Proceedings | 📅 2023 | 📈 Cited by: 59
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📗 Catalytic performances of CeO₂@SBA-15 for biodiesel production from Podocarpus falcatus oil – IK Tchummegne et al. | Chemical Engineering Research and Design | 📅 2023 | 📈 Cited by: 24
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📙 Pilot-scale optimization of biodiesel production via zirconia-catalyzed esterification and transesterification – IK Tchummegne et al. | Chemical Engineering Research and Design | 📅 2024 | 📈 Cited by: 10
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📕 Comparison of feldspar and meta-halloysite geopolymers by alkaline and acidic activation – IK Tchummegne et al. | Construction and Building Materials | 📅 2024 | 📈 Cited by: 9
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📒 Activated magnetic zeolite 4A from Cameroonian kaolin for dye removal via Fenton-like degradation – IK Tchummegne et al. | International Journal of Environmental Analytical Chemistry | 📅 2024 | 📈 Cited by: 7
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📔 Electroanalysis of uric acid using Ag₂S@- and Bi₂S₃@-based MOF/polyaniline sensors – IK Tchummegne et al. | Materials Advances | 📅 2024 | 📈 Cited by: 6
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📓 Green method for graphite recovery from spent Li-ion batteries & graphene oxide synthesis – TK Ida et al. | Separation and Purification Technology | 📅 2025 | 📈 Cited by: —
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Ali Raza | Deep Learning | Best Researcher Award

Published On 05/06/202505/06/2025 by ScienceFather

Ali Raza | Deep Learning | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Ali Raza, Harbin Engineering University, China.

Ali Raza 🎓 is a Research Scholar at Harbin Engineering University, China 🇨🇳, pursuing a Ph.D. in Information and Communication Engineering. With a strong academic foundation from COMSATS University, Pakistan 🇵🇰, he specializes in AI-driven audio classification, deep learning, and underwater acoustic systems 🌊🤖. Ali has developed cutting-edge models like MSDFA and Multi-Branch Residual Fusion Network 🔬, contributing to both scientific innovation and real-world applications. He has presented at top-tier conferences like CPMI 2024 and IWOFAS 🌐, and published in reputed journals. Passionate about interdisciplinary AI research, he actively collaborates internationally and guides undergraduate students 💡📘.

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Education & Experience

🎓 B.S. in Software Engineering – COMSATS University, Islamabad
🎓 M.S. in Computer Science – COMSATS University, Islamabad
📚 Ph.D. Candidate in Information and Communication Engineering – Harbin Engineering University, China
💻 Developed AI models for acoustic classification and underwater communication
🧠 Conducted research in deep learning, signal processing, and bioacoustics
🧑‍🏫 Supervised final-year students at COMSATS and Superior College
🌐 Participated in international research collaborations and conferences

Summary Suitability for the Award

Ali Raza, a Ph.D. candidate in Information and Communication Engineering at Harbin Engineering University, China, stands out as a compelling candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His interdisciplinary research integrates artificial intelligence, deep learning, and signal processing to tackle real-world challenges in audio classification and underwater communication systems. His recent accolade—the Outstanding Ph.D. Scholar Award 2024—underscores his academic excellence and impactful contributions to intelligent communication technologies.

Professional Development

Ali Raza is committed to ongoing professional growth through active research, consultancy, and collaboration 🌍🧠. He has provided consultancy on AI and cybersecurity projects via international platforms and contributed to funded academic research in China 🔧📈. His participation in conferences such as CPMI 2024 has expanded his global research visibility 🌐. Currently aiming for memberships in IEEE and ACM 🏅, he also seeks editorial roles in AI and communication journals. Beyond academics, Ali mentors students and works with foreign companies on applied AI research projects, showing dedication to both academic and industrial advancement 💼🎯.

Research Focus

Ali Raza’s research is centered on Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning, with a strong focus on audio classification and underwater communication systems 🧠🔊🌊. He merges cutting-edge AI models like MSDFA and Multi-Branch Attention Networks with signal processing to solve real-world acoustic challenges 🌐📡. His work impacts bioacoustics, environmental monitoring, and intelligent communication networks, using data-driven solutions for noise filtering and channel prediction 🎯📊. Bridging theoretical innovation with practical applications, Ali’s interdisciplinary research enhances communication technologies in harsh environments, reflecting his drive to make AI smarter, more adaptive, and more impactful in dynamic systems 🚀.

Awards & Honors

🏅 Outstanding Ph.D. Scholar Award 2024 – Harbin Engineering University
📘 Multiple publications in SCI-indexed journals on AI and acoustic systems
🗣️ Presented research at international conferences including CPMI 2024 and IWOFAS
💼 Recognized for innovative deep learning model development
🌟 Enhanced visibility of his institution through high-impact research contributions

Publication Top Noted

A Review of Fault Diagnosing Methods in Power Transmission Systems (2020) – 129 citations ⚡📊
Coordinated operation and control of VSC based multiterminal high voltage DC transmission systems (2015) – 80 citations ⚡🔌
A protection scheme for multi-terminal VSC-HVDC transmission systems (2017) – 77 citations 🛡️⚡
Solution of an economic dispatch problem through particle swarm optimization: A detailed survey–Part II (2017) – 72 citations 🤖📈
Recent approaches of forecasting and optimal economic dispatch to overcome intermittency of wind and photovoltaic (PV) systems: A review (2019) – 62 citations 🌬️☀️⚡
A novel multiterminal VSC-HVdc transmission topology for offshore wind farms (2016) – 62 citations 🌊⚡💨
Deep learning-based robust dc fault protection scheme for meshed HVdc grids (2022) – 60 citations 🤖🛡️
Multi-objective optimization of VSC stations in multi-terminal VSC-HVdc grids, based on PSO (2018) – 56 citations ⚙️🔧
A novel dc fault protection scheme based on intelligent network for meshed dc grids (2023) – 50 citations 🤖🛡️

Lina Zhao | Environment Batteries | Best Researcher Award

Published On 03/06/202503/06/2025 by ScienceFather

Lina Zhao | Environment Batteries | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof. Dr. Lina Zhao, Shenyang University of Technology, China.

Dr. Lina Zhao (赵丽娜) 🧪 is an Associate Professor at the School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Shenyang University of Technology 🇨🇳. With a Ph.D. in Materials Science & Engineering from USTB 🎓, she specializes in extreme-environment batteries 🔋, sodium-ion energy storage 🔄, and first-principles calculations 🧠. Her academic path includes research roles in top institutions across China and Japan 🌏. Dr. Zhao’s innovative battery research supports sustainable energy transitions ♻️. She has delivered numerous invited talks 🎤 and has received multiple national and international accolades 🏅. She remains dedicated to bridging computational studies with real-world battery applications 🚀.

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🎓 Education

📘 Ph.D. in Materials Science & Engineering – USTB (2014–2019)
Advisor: Prof. Zhao Hailei
🔁 Ph.D. Exchange – NIMS, Japan (2010–2011)
Advisor: Prof. Sasaki Takayoshi
🧪 M.Eng. in Chemical Engineering & Technology – BUCT (2007–2010)
Advisors: Academician Duan Xue & Prof. Xu Sailong
🔬 Special Exchange Researcher – Kitami Institute of Technology, Japan (2008–2009)
Advisor: Prof. Abe Yoshio
🧫 B.Eng. in Applied Chemistry – Dalian Polytechnic University (2003–2007)

🧑‍🔬 Professional Experience

👩‍🏫 Associate Professor – Shenyang University of Technology (2022–Present)
🧪 Assistant Researcher – Tianjin University (2021–2022)
🔬 Postdoctoral Fellow – Peking University (2019–2021)
🧾 Research Assistant – Ministry of Ecology & Environment (2011–2014)

Suitability for the Award

Assist Prof.Dr. Lina Zhao, Ph.D., currently serving as an Associate Professor at the School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Shenyang University of Technology, is a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award, owing to her groundbreaking work in extreme-environment energy storage systems, sodium-ion battery commercialization, and first-principles computational materials science. With over a decade of interdisciplinary research spanning advanced lithium and sodium battery technologies, her expertise bridges fundamental materials chemistry with applied engineering innovation.

Professional Development

Dr. Lina Zhao has developed a robust professional career through diverse academic and industrial collaborations 🌐. She has served in various research-intensive roles, progressing from research assistant to postdoc and now to associate professor 🎓. Her academic mobility between China and Japan 🤝 enhanced her global perspective, while her work in environmental regulation sharpened her interdisciplinary expertise 🌿. She frequently contributes to international conferences through invited talks and poster presentations 🎙️📊. In parallel, Dr. Zhao is actively involved in mentoring students and expanding the frontiers of sustainable energy storage materials 🔋🔍.

Research Focus

Dr. Zhao’s research lies at the intersection of materials science and electrochemistry ⚛️🔋. Her primary focus includes extreme-environment batteries, especially optimizing LiFePO₄ materials for low-temperature use ❄️, and developing sodium-ion batteries as scalable alternatives to lithium-based systems ⚡. She leverages first-principles computational tools like VASP and Materials Studio 💻 to explore atomic-level material behavior, driving the design of novel energy storage solutions 🚗🔄. Additionally, she emphasizes green manufacturing and recycling methods ♻️, aiming to build more sustainable battery lifecycles 🌱. Her integrated approach advances both scientific knowledge and practical implementation in the clean energy sector 🌍.

Awards & Honors

🥇 Peking University Post-Doctoral Fellowship – 2019
🏆 Excellent Poster Award – ACSSI-16, 2018
🗣️ Best Oral Presentation (Young Scientist) – SSI-21, 2017
🎖️ First-Class Ph.D. Scholarship – USTB (2014–2018)
🧑‍🎓 Outstanding Graduate (Master, Beijing) – 2010
🏅 Outstanding Master’s Thesis Award – BUCT, 2010
📚 First-Class Master Scholarship – 2007–2010
🌟 Outstanding Graduate (Liaoning & Dalian) – 2007
🧠 Top 100 Outstanding Student Award – Dalian Polytechnic University, 2007
🏅 Outstanding Student Leader Award – Dalian Polytechnic University, 2004
🏆 All-Around Outstanding Student Award – Dalian Polytechnic University, 2003–2007
🎓 First-Class Undergraduate Scholarship – 2003–2007

Publication Top Noted

Ostwald Ripening Tailoring Hierarchically Porous Na₃V₂(PO₄)₂O₂F Hollow Nanospheres – Small (2020), IF=13.3 – Cited by 195
Free-standing, foldable V₂O₃/multichannel carbon nanofibers electrode – Small (2020), IF=13.3 – Cited by 167
Engineering of Sodium-ion batteries: new opportunities and challenges – Engineering (2023), IF=12.8 – Cited by 29
Advanced Flexible Electrode Materials and Structural Designs for Sodium Ion Batteries – J. Energy Chem. (2022), IF=13.1 – Cited by 74
Micro/Nano Na₃V₂(PO₄)₃/N-doped Carbon Composites for High-Rate Pouch-Type Sodium Ion Full Cell – ACS Appl. Mater. Interfaces (2021), IF=9.5 – Cited by 93
Polyanion-type electrode materials for advanced sodium-ion batteries – Mater. Today Nano (2020), IF=10.3 – Cited by 105
Delicate lattice modulation enables superior Na storage performance – J. Mater. Chem. A (2019), IF=11.9 – Cited by 129

Ali Akbarpour | Construction Materials | Best Researcher Award

Published On 03/06/202503/06/2025 by ScienceFather

Ali Akbarpour | Construction Materials | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Ali Akbarpour, University of Oklahoma, United States.

Ali Akbarpour 🎓 is a Ph.D. student in Structural Engineering at the University of Oklahoma 🏛️, passionate about bridge rehabilitation, construction materials, and structural design 🏗️. With international experience across Iran and the U.S., he has worked on cutting-edge research involving CFRP, GFRP, and polymer concrete. His expertise includes experimental testing, slip-lining, and machine learning applications in geotechnics 🤖. As a dedicated mentor, instructor, and researcher, Ali also plays a vital role in student engagement and education 🌍. He is actively contributing to the academic community through peer-reviewed publications and service as a journal reviewer 📚.

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🎓 Education:

Ph.D. in Civil Engineering – Structures (Expected Dec 2025) – University of Oklahoma, USA 🇺🇸
M.Sc. in Civil Engineering – Geotechnics (Feb 2018) – Imam Khomeini International University, Iran 🇮🇷
B.Sc. in Civil Engineering – Shahid Beheshti University, Iran 🏛️

💼 Experience:

Research & Teaching Assistant, University of Oklahoma (2022–Present) 👨‍🔬
Civil Engineer, PIANC International Cooperation Commission (2021–2022) 🌍
Civil Engineer, Civil Engineering Firm, Tehran (2012–2015) 🏗️
Intern, Wastewater Treatment Plant 💧
Soil Nailing & Underpass Stabilization Projects 🧱
Teaching Assistant, Soil Mechanics & Concrete Technology, IKIU (2016–2017) 📏

Suitability for the Award

Mr. Ali Akbarpour, a distinguished Ph.D. candidate in Structural Engineering at the University of Oklahoma, is an exceptional candidate for the Best Researcher Award. With a dynamic portfolio of research in structural design, material innovation, and sustainable engineering practices, he has emerged as a promising leader in civil and structural engineering. His research record, academic excellence, mentorship experience, and recognized scholarly impact make him a standout contender for this prestigious recognition.

Professional Development

Ali Akbarpour continuously enhances his professional development through teaching, mentorship, and interdisciplinary research 🔍. As a Teaching Assistant and mentor at the University of Oklahoma 👨‍🏫, he has guided students in lab-based experiments and supported graduate and undergraduate research efforts. He also participated in NSF’s RET program, mentoring high school STEM teachers 👩‍🔬👨‍🔬. Through his role in the Iranian Student Association 🇮🇷, he has organized events to strengthen academic and cultural networks. Actively reviewing for top journals 📑, he stays engaged with emerging trends and technologies in structural and materials engineering, expanding his academic and professional horizons 🌐.

Research Focus

Ali Akbarpour’s research centers on structural rehabilitation and innovative construction materials 🏗️🧪. He investigates the flexural and shear enhancement of reinforced concrete (RC) beams using CFRP and evaluates GFRP pipes for slip-lining corroded steel pipelines with various grouts 🧱. His work on polymer concrete reinforced with carbon nanotubes contributes to advancements in material performance 💡. Additionally, he applies machine learning models such as ANN and GMDH 🤖 to predict soil-water retention behavior, bridging geotechnical and structural disciplines. His holistic research approach aims to improve infrastructure resilience and durability in aging and critical facilities 🏛️🌉.

Awards & Honors

🏆 Best Reviewer Award (2023) – Materials and Structures journal
🎓 Alumni & Foundation Recruitment Fellowship (2022–2023) – University of Oklahoma (Top Ph.D. student across engineering)
📚 Active Reviewer for 9 international journals including ASCE & Elsevier
🌍 Top 0.21% Civil Engineers Worldwide – Based on citation impact (OpenAlex database)
🥇 Most Cited Paper (Last 12 Months) – Journal of Composite Materials

Publication Top Noted

📘 Mechanical behavior and permeability of plastic concrete containing natural zeolite under triaxial and uniaxial compression – 83 citations, 2022
🌍 Effects of natural zeolite and sulfate environment on mechanical properties and permeability of cement–bentonite cutoff wall – 79 citations, 2023
🔬 Effects of natural zeolite and sulfate ions on the mechanical properties and microstructure of plastic concrete – 71 citations, 2022
🤖 Prediction of stress-dependent Soil Water Retention using machine learning – 24 citations, 2024
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