Selina Yao | Polymer | Best Researcher Award

Selina Yao | Polymer | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Selina Yao, Rivian Automotive LLC , United States .

Selina Yao, Ph.D. 🎓, is a Mechanical Engineer specializing in polymer materials and their applications in automotive, AR/VR, and battery technology 🔧🔬. She earned her Ph.D. from the University of Vermont and is currently a Senior Design for Reliability Engineer at Rivian Automotives 🚗. With a robust background in materials engineering and extensive research on gas-polymer interactions, she has published numerous papers and contributed to innovative product designs. Her expertise spans from high-precision air slit fabrication to polymer electrolyte development, and she actively mentors students in materials science and engineering. 📚✨

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Education and Experience

  • 🎓 Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, University of Vermont, 2020
    • Dissertation: “Using dielectric characterization to study transport and thermal properties of gas/supercritical fluid embedded polymer solution”
  • 🎓 BA in Materials Science & Engineering, Central South University, 2014
  • 🔧 Senior Design for Reliability Engineer, Rivian Automotives, Palo Alto, CA (2021–present)
  • 🛠️ Materials Engineer, Facebook (2020–2021)
  • ⚙️ Polymer Engineer, TE Connectivity Corporation (2020)
  • 💻 Research Assistant, University of Vermont (2015–2020)

Suitability for The Award

Dr. Selina Yao stands as a highly qualified candidate for the Best Researcher Award, owing to her innovative research, strong academic record, and practical industry experience. Her work encompasses pioneering contributions to materials science, particularly in polymers, supercritical fluids, and electrospinning technologies, as well as significant industrial advancements in electric vehicle (EV) and AR/VR systems.

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Awards and Honors (🏆🎖️)

  • 🏆 Published numerous papers in prestigious journals such as Micromachines and ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces
  • 🎖️ Successfully secured NSF funding for $500,000 during her Ph.D. research
  • 🏅 Raised $225,000 in research funding from ExxonMobil for polymer foaming process optimization
  • 🏅 Co-authored papers on innovative battery technology and precision fabrication techniques

Publication 

  1. Measurement methods for solubility and diffusivity of gases and supercritical fluids in polymers and its applications — 51 citations, 2017 📄🔬
  2. Fabricating and controlling PCL electrospun microfibers using filament feeding melt electrospinning technique — 21 citations, 2016 🧵🧪
  3. Effects of cryo-processing on the mechanical and biological properties of poly (vinyl alcohol)-gelatin theta-gels — 5 citations, 2020 ❄️🧬
  4. A novel method to characterize thermal properties of the polymer and gas/supercritical fluid mixture using dielectric measurements — 4 citations, 2020 🌡️⚗️
  5. A bimetal MOF by solvent-exchanged: Converting pH sensing to “Turn-on” fluorescent receptors for amino acid — 2 citations, 2024 🧪✨
  6. Polymerizable Deep Eutectic Solvent-Based Polymer Electrolyte for Advanced Dendrite-Free, High-Rate, and Long-Life Li Metal Batteries — 1 citation, 2024 🔋⚡
  7. Layered Mo x B y (MBenes) derived by a molten-salt method and their application in advanced LIB anodes — 1 citation, 2024 🧱🔋

Seyed Reza Hamzeloo | Polymer Composites | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Seyed Reza Hamzeloo | Polymer Composites | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Seyed Reza Hamzeloo, Shahid Rajaee Teacher Training University, Iran

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Seyed Reza Hamzeloo is an esteemed mechanical engineer specializing in Structural Health Monitoring, Non-Destructive Testing, and Fatigue Life Assessment. He earned his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Amirkabir University of Technology (Polytechnic of Tehran) in 2012, focusing on innovative methods for detecting damages in hollow cylinders. Currently, he is an Assistant Professor at Shahid Rajaei Teacher Training University in Tehran, where he also leads the Hydraulics and Pneumatics Lab. Dr. Hamzeloo’s research spans mechatronics, automation, and advanced machining. His contributions are pivotal in engineering education and industrial applications. 📊🤖

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Education

Dr. Hamzeloo has a strong academic background in mechanical engineering. He earned his Ph.D. from Amirkabir University of Technology (Tehran) with a thesis focusing on advanced structural health monitoring techniques using piezoelectric and MFC patches, achieving a GPA of 3.5/4. His M.Sc. and B.Sc. degrees were also completed at Amirkabir University and University of Tabriz, respectively, where he worked on forming processes and 3D mechanism designs.

Work Experience and Research Activities

Dr. Hamzeloo has held academic and industry positions. At Shahid Rajaei Teacher Training University, he leads the Hydraulics and Pneumatics Lab and has been involved in significant research projects. His time as a researcher and expert in structural health monitoring at Amirkabir University and Mapva Industrial Group reflects his deep engagement with industrial applications.

Teaching Experience

Dr. Hamzeloo has extensive teaching experience across various universities in Iran, instructing courses like FEM, Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, and Metrology. His ability to teach both fundamental and advanced topics, coupled with hands-on lab work, highlights his dedication to mechanical engineering education.

Skills and Software Proficiency

Dr. Hamzeloo is well-versed in FEM code development, reverse engineering, hydraulic system design, and structural health monitoring techniques. His expertise in industry standards (API, ASME) and software for design and simulation tools supports his innovative research and teaching methodologies.

 

Research Interests

Dr. Hamzeloo’s research is focused on cutting-edge fields including non-destructive testing (NDT), structural health monitoring (NDE), fatigue, crack propagation, and CAD/CAM. He has a keen interest in manufacturing processes, metallurgy, robotics, and advanced machining, showcasing versatility in both theoretical and applied aspects of mechanical engineering.

 

Publication Top Notes

  • Modeling and optimizing of cutting force and surface roughness in milling process of Inconel 738 using hybrid ANN and GACited by 61 – 2019 📊🔧
  • Damage detection on hollow cylinders by electro-mechanical impedance method: Experiments and finite element modelingCited by 52 – 2012 🛠️🔍
  • The investigation into vibration effect on microstructure and mechanical characteristics of friction stir spot vibration welded aluminum: Simulation and experimentCited by 48 – 2020 🔧📐
  • Comparison of different welding methods on mechanical properties and formability behaviors of tailor welded blanks (TWB) made from AA6061 alloysCited by 36 – 2021 ⚙️🔩
  • Analytical method for prediction of weld line movement during stretch forming of tailor-welded blanksCited by 26 – 2014 🔧📊
  • Surface integrity in laser-assisted machining of Ti6Al4VCited by 16 – 2020 ✨🔬
  • Simulation of combustion in a porous-medium diesel engineCited by 10 – 2018 🚗🔥
  • Damage Detection of L-Shaped Beam Structure with a Crack by Electromechanical Impedance Response: Analytical Approach and Experimental ValidationCited by 8 – 2020 🏗️🔍
  • IN VITRO STUDY AND MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF DENTAL IMPLANTS MADE OF VARIOUS MATERIALS AND FABRICATION METHODSCited by 4 – 2021 🦷🔧
  • Applying acoustic emission to investigate failure mechanisms on bending of polymer-based composite sandwich panelsCited by 3 – 2020 📡🛠️


Conclusion

Dr. Hamzeloo’s comprehensive expertise in mechanical engineering, particularly in structural health monitoring, NDT/NDE, and applied research, he is a strong candidate for the “Best Researcher Award.” His contributions span across theoretical knowledge, applied research, and educational impact, making him a well-rounded researcher deserving of recognition.