Orkhan Gulahmadov | Nanotechnology | Best Innovation Award

Dr.Orkhan Gulahmadov , Baku State University , Azerbaijan.

Orkhan G. Gulahmadov is a dedicated physicist specializing in nanotechnology and self-powered sensors. He holds a Master’s degree in Atomic and Molecular Physics (2020) and is pursuing a Ph.D. in Physics and Technology of Nanostructures (2021-2024) at Baku State University. Currently, he serves as a junior researcher at the Nano Research Laboratory at BSU’s Center of Excellence for Research, Development, and Innovation. His expertise includes triboelectric nanogenerators, nanocomposites, and renewable energy sources. Orkhan has participated in prestigious international projects, conferences, and grants, significantly contributing to advanced materials research. .

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Education & Experience

Master’s in Atomic and Molecular Physics (2020) – Baku State University
Ph.D. in Physics and Technology of Nanostructures (2021-2024) – Baku State University
Junior Researcher (2022-Present) – Nano Research Laboratory, BSU
Chief Laboratory Assistant (2020-2022) – Nano Research Center, BSU
Laboratory Assistant (2018-2020) – Nano Research Center, BSU

Suitability Summary

Dr. Orkhan G. Gulahmadov has demonstrated exceptional innovation in nanotechnology, particularly in developing triboelectric nanogenerators for renewable energy applications. His pioneering hybrid energy system, which integrates triboelectric nanogenerators into a smart backpack, has won recognition for its potential to revolutionize portable energy solutions. His research in self-powered sensors and nanocomposite-based materials has expanded the possibilities for energy-efficient devices, making him a perfect candidate for the Best Innovation Award.

Professional Development

Orkhan Gulahmadov has actively participated in international training, exchange programs, and prestigious research grants. He attended the Winter School at the Joint Institute for Nuclear Research in Russia (2019) and the ICESCO workshop on Instrumentation & Reverse Engineering (2021). His involvement in innovative projects includes Technofest Azerbaijan (2022), Teknofest Black Sea 2022 in Türkiye, and leading an award-winning project on Hybrid Energy Systems using Triboelectric Nanogenerators (2023-2024). Orkhan has also secured a Short-Term Scientific Mission (STSM) Grant under COST Action CA19118, focusing on enhancing TENG technology. .

Research Focus

Orkhan G. Gulahmadov specializes in nanotechnology, self-powered sensors, and renewable energy solutions. His research includes the development of triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs), which harness mechanical energy for sustainable power solutions. He also explores nanocomposite materials, optimizing their efficiency for self-powered sensors in wearable technology and environmental monitoring. His work integrates advanced nanomaterials, such as nylon/CNT films and TiO₂ nanocomposites, to improve energy harvesting. Through international collaborations and high-impact publications, Orkhan contributes to advancing smart energy solutions, nanomaterials, and innovative sensor technologies for next-generation applications. .

Awards & Honors

2015 & 2017 – “Best Student of the Year” at Baku State University
2022 – 3rd Place in the “Socially Oriented Technologies” category at Technofest Azerbaijan
2023 – “Young Scientist of the Year” Award, Baku State University
2023-2024 – Winner of the 4th Grant Competition for Education & Research Projects by the Small and Medium Business Development Agency of Azerbaijan
2022 – Winner of the “Innovative Young Engineers” grant in the “Innovative Youth” category of the “Make the Idea Real” 2022 competition by the Youth Fund of the Republic of Azerbaijan
2023 – Winner of the Short-Term Scientific Mission (STSM) Grant from COST Action CA19118, focusing on Enhancement of Triboelectric Nanogenerators
2022 – Winner in the “Socially Oriented Technologies” category at Technofest Azerbaijan
2019 – “Winter School” participant at the Joint Institute for Nuclear Research, Dubna, Russia

Publication Top Notes

Development of Nylon/Fe₃O₄ Nanocomposite Triboelectric Nanogenerators for Self‐Powered Transmission Line Monitoring Applications – Energy & Environmental Materials, 2025, cited by 0.
Gait analysis by using electric signals from a triboelectric nanogenerator – Engineering Research Express, 2022, cited by 7.
Enhancement of triboelectric nanogenerators with nylon/TiO₂ nanocomposite films – MRS Communications, 2024, cited by 5.
The wind‐driven Scotch yoke‐based triboelectric nanogenerator system for energy harvesting – International Journal of Energy Research, 2022, cited by 4.
Enhancement of performance of triboelectric generators by introduction of micro-and nano-structures on triboelectric films – Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics, 2021, cited by 3.
Investigating the effect of variation of TiO₂ nanoparticle concentration on the performance of nylon/TiO₂ nanocomposite-based TENG – Journal of Ovonic Research, 2024, cited by 0.
Enhancing performance of triboelectric nanogenerators by using titanium oxide/polyvinyl chloride nanocomposite films – 7th International Conference Modern Trends in Physics, 2021, cited by 7.
Triboelectric Generators Based on Nylon and Structured Silicon – 2nd International Science and Engineering Conference, 2021, cited by 2.
Efficient and continuous generation of electricity from triboelectric nanogenerators operated in the contact-separation mode by a Scotch yoke system – 6th International Conference “Nanotechnology”, year not specified.

Levi Felix | Nanomaterials | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Levi Felix, Rice University, United States.

Levi Felix, a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the Department of Materials Science and Nanoengineering, Rice University, specializes in computational mechanics, nanomaterials, and molecular dynamics simulations . With a Ph.D. in Physics from UNICAMP (2022), Levi’s research spans porous materials, carbon nanostructures, and advanced modeling methods . He has earned recognition, including a 2022 award from NIST and the Best Poster Award at MRS Fall Meeting 2021 . Fluent in multiple programming languages and skilled in software like LAMMPS and Quantum ESPRESSO, Levi contributes to cutting-edge advancements in nanotechnology and materials science .

Education and Experience

Education:

Ph.D. in Physics (2018–2022): State University of Campinas (UNICAMP)

Thesis: Computational Mechanics of Porous and 2D Carbon Nanomaterials

M.Sc. in Physics (2016–2018): Federal University of Ceará (UFC)

Dissertation: Wave-packet Propagation in Phosphorene with Grain Boundaries

B.S. in Physics, Magna Cum Laude (2013–2016): Federal University of Ceará (UFC)

Monograph: Landau Levels in Graphene Influenced by 1D Potentials

Experience:

Postdoctoral Research Associate (Oct 2022–Present): Rice University, USA

Graduate Teaching Assistant (2019): State University of Campinas (UNICAMP)

Graduate Teaching Assistant (2017): Federal University of Ceará (UFC)

Suitability summary for best researcher Award

Dr. Levi Felix is highly deserving of the Best Researcher Award due to his groundbreaking contributions to the field of materials science and nanoengineering. Currently serving as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Rice University, Felix’s work is at the forefront of computational mechanics and the study of two-dimensional carbon nanomaterials. His research has significantly advanced our understanding of the mechanical, optical, and thermoelectric properties of novel materials, particularly within the realm of advanced carbon allotropes and porous nanostructures.

Professional Development

Levi Felix is an accomplished researcher with extensive expertise in molecular dynamics, density functional theory, and tight-binding methods for material simulations . Proficient in Python, C++, and software like LAMMPS and VMD, Levi’s work bridges computational techniques and practical applications in nanotechnology . He has presented at prominent conferences, including MRS Meetings in the U.S. and Brazil, earning accolades for his contributions . With multilingual abilities (Portuguese, English, and Spanish) , Levi’s collaborative research continues to push the boundaries of materials science, focusing on innovative approaches to structural and electronic properties of advanced materials .

Research Focus

Levi Felix’s research lies at the intersection of computational materials science, with a focus on porous materials and two-dimensional carbon nanomaterials. His work employs techniques such as molecular dynamics simulations, density functional theory (DFT), and density functional tight-binding (DFTB) to explore the mechanical properties, vibrational characteristics, and electronic structures of novel nanomaterials, including graphene, schwarzites, and borophene. His research has applications in nanotechnology, materials engineering, and energy storage systems.

Awards and Honors

2022: Recognition Award from NIST for oral presentation on Symposium DS02 at MRS Spring Meeting, Honolulu-HI, USA.

2021: Best Poster Award at MRS Fall Meeting, Boston-MA, USA.

2016: Magna Cum Laude on Bachelor of Physics at Federal University of Ceará, Brazil.

Publication Top Noted

“On the mechanical properties and thermal stability of a recently synthesized monolayer amorphous carbon,” The Journal of Physical Chemistry C 124 (27), 14855-14860, 46 citations, 2020 .
“A DFT investigation of the electronic, optical, and thermoelectric properties of pentadiamond,” Chemical Physics Letters 763, 138210, 41 citations, 2021 .
“Mechanical and energy-absorption properties of schwarzites,” Carbon 157, 670-680, 34 citations, 2020 .
“Optoelectronic properties of amorphous carbon-based nanotube and nanoscroll,” Physica E: Low-dimensional Systems and Nanostructures 130, 114683, 14 citations, 2021 .
“Electronic and transport properties of anisotropic semiconductor quantum wires,” Physical Review B 102 (4), 045427, 13 citations, 2020 .
“Mechanical properties of 3D printed macroscopic models of schwarzites,” Nano Select 3 (2), 450-458, 12 citations, 2022 .
“Mechanical response of pentadiamond: A DFT and molecular dynamics study,” Physica B: Condensed Matter 629, 413576, 11 citations, 2022 .
“Mechanical properties of diamond schwarzites: from atomistic models to 3D-printed structures,” MRS Advances 5 (33-34), 1775-1781, 11 citations, 2020 .
“Mechanical properties of 3D-printed pentadiamond,” Journal of Physics D: Applied Physics 55 (46), 465301, 10 citations, 2022 .