Taame Abraha Berhe | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award
Assist Prof. Dr. Taame Abraha Berhe at Adigrat university | Ethiopia
Dr. Taame Abraha Berhe is a distinguished researcher and academic specializing in applied and theoretical chemistry, with a strong focus on quantum chemistry, materials and energy chemistry, and materials science and engineering. He serves as an Assistant Professor at Adigrat University, Ethiopia, where he has been actively engaged in teaching and research since 2017. Currently, he is a Postdoctoral Researcher at National Taiwan University, where his work extends into advanced material characterization and surface modification technologies. Dr. Berhe earned his Ph.D. from the National Taiwan University of Science and Technology, where he also gained hands-on experience in synchrotron radiation research at the Taiwan and Japanese Photonic Sources, enriching his expertise in advanced experimental and computational methods. His research contributions aim to bridge fundamental chemistry with applied material innovations for sustainable energy and technological advancement. Over the years, he has held several academic leadership positions, including Head of the Department of Chemistry and Dean of the College of Natural and Computational Science at Adigrat University, reflecting his commitment to scientific education and institutional development. Dr. Berheβs scholarly influence extends internationally through his service as a reviewer for multiple reputable journals, including Advances in Science, Technology and Engineering Systems Journal, Materials Science Research India, and Journal of Food Composition and Analysis. His dedication to quality research and peer review has been recognized with multiple awards, such as the Certificate of Excellence in Reviewing from Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology and commendations from RSC Advances and other scientific publishers. Dr. Berheβs research vision emphasizes the integration of physical chemistry principles and material science to drive innovation in energy systems, catalysis, and sustainable materials for global scientific and industrial progress.
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Featured PublicationsΒ
Berhe, T. A., Su, W. N., Chen, C. H., Pan, C. J., Cheng, J. H., Chen, H. M., Tsai, M. C., & Hwang, B. J. (2016). Organometal halide perovskite solar cells: Degradation and stability. Energy & Environmental Science, 9(2), 323β356.
Dubale, A. A., Tamirat, A. G., Chen, H. M., Berhe, T. A., Pan, C. J., Su, W. N., & Hwang, B. J. (2016). A highly stable CuS and CuSβPt modified CuβO/CuO heterostructure as an efficient photocathode for the hydrogen evolution reaction. Journal of Materials Chemistry A, 4(6), 2205β2216.
Ibrahim, K. B., Tsai, M. C., Chala, S. A., Berihun, M. K., Kahsay, A. W., Berhe, T. A., & Hwang, B. J. (2019). A review of transition metalβbased bifunctional oxygen electrocatalysts. Journal of the Chinese Chemical Society, 66(8), 829β865.
Berhe, T. A., Cheng, J. H., Su, W. N., Pan, C. J., Tsai, M. C., Chen, H. M., Yang, Z., Tan, H., & Hwang, B. J. (2017). Identification of the physical origin behind disorder, heterogeneity, and reconstruction and their correlation with the photoluminescence lifetime in hybrid perovskite thin films. Journal of Materials Chemistry A, 5(39), 21002β21015.
Berhe, T. A., Su, W. N., & Hwang, B. J. (2024). Halide perovskitesβ multifunctional properties: Coordination engineering, coordination chemistry, electronic interactions and energy applications beyond photovoltaics. Inorganics, 12(7), 182.
Β With both academic and industrial expertise, he has significantly contributed to the field of advanced materials through his innovative work in R&D at Khur Potash Complex and his academic research on Mg(OH)β/MgO nanostructures.Β
Β He is passionate about solving complex problems related to extractive metallurgy and brine processing, with several patents and publications to his name.Β
Β Currently, Sadegh serves as a science teacher and leads experimental sciences education in Ferdows County.Β 
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Β His leadership at Khur Potash Complex included managing critical projects like optimizing potash production and extracting valuable minerals from brine.Β
Β Sadegh is proficient in advanced materials characterization techniques such as XRD, FE-SEM, and UV-Vis spectroscopy. He is also an experienced user of software tools such as Minitab and Origin.Β
Β Additionally, his editorial and reviewer roles in prestigious journals have further honed his expertise and commitment to the field of materials engineering.Β 


Β He is particularly interested in optimizing synthesis parameters for better opto-structural properties of these nanomaterials. His interdisciplinary research also covers extractive metallurgy and semiconductors, combining theoretical knowledge with practical applications in industrial processes.Β
Β Sadeghβs work contributes to sustainability by utilizing natural resources effectively and minimizing waste.Β 
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Β Khwarizmi Youth AwardΒ β Participation with Scientific Design, 2019
Β Superior Idea AwardΒ β Innovative Ideas in Mining and Mineral Industries, 2018




Β Dr. Xinyue ZhangΒ is a postdoctoral researcher at theΒ School of Materials and PhysicsΒ at theΒ China University of Mining and Technology. Specializing in
Β Her postdoctoral work continues to explore theΒ mechanical strength and frictionΒ properties of biomaterials, advancing innovations in biomedical applications and engineering.Β
Β By integratingΒ polymer networksΒ and sustainable design, Dr. Zhang’s research is contributing to theΒ biomedical fieldΒ and pushing the limits of mechanical engineering in load-bearing medical devices and soft robotics.Β 
Β National Government ScholarshipΒ for Mechanical Engineering, University of British Columbia

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