Thembinkosi Donald Malevu | Nanomaterials | Young Scientist Award

Thembinkosi Donald Malevu | Nanomaterials | Young Scientist Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Thembinkosi Donald Malevu , University of North West, South Africa.

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Education and Experience

  • 2015-2018: Doctor of Philosophy (Physics) 🎓📘
  • 2013-2014: Master of Science in Nanoscience 🎓🔬
  • 2012: Bachelor of Science Honours (Semiconductor Physics) 🎓🔬
  • 2008-2011: Bachelor of Science (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) 🎓🔬
  • 2024-Present: Associate Professor, Department of Physics, NWU, Mmabatho, South Africa 👨‍🏫🏫
  • 2021-2024: Associate Professor, Department of Physics, SMU, South Africa 👨‍🏫
  • 2021-2024: Senior Lecturer, Department of Physics, SMU, South Africa 👨‍🏫
  • 2017-2021: Lecturer, Department of Physics, UKZN, South Africa 👩‍🏫
  • 2015: Stand-by Lecturer, Department of Physics, UFS, South Africa 🧑‍🏫
  • 2014: Lecturer, Maluti FET, South Africa 👩‍🏫
  • 2015-2017: Head of Media and Marketing, Postgraduate Council, UFS 🖥️🎤
  • 2010-2017: Tutor and Laboratory Assistant, UFS, South Africa 🧑‍🏫🧪

Suitability For The Award

Dr. Thembinkosi Donald Malevu is an outstanding candidate for the Young Scientist Award, owing to his exceptional contributions in the field of physics, particularly within nanoscience, semiconductor physics, and materials research. With an impressive academic and professional background, Dr. Malevu has demonstrated significant achievements in both his research and teaching roles. His collaborations, both locally and internationally, further highlight his influence and impact on the scientific community.

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Prof. Haowei Lu | Nanogenerator Award | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Haowei Lu | Nanogenerator Award | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Haowei Lu , Henan University , China

Haowei Lu earned his Ph.D. in Materials Science from Harbin University of Science and Technology in 2019. Currently, he serves as a Professor at the School of Physics and Electronics, Henan University, specializing in ferroelectricity, piezoelectric materials, and micro-nano energy harvesting engineering. He has led and participated in 5 projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China, contributing over 20 SCI-indexed papers to prestigious journals like Nano Energy, Small, ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, and Nanoscale. Haowei Lu also reviews manuscripts for journals such as Nano Today and Nano Energy. His outstanding contributions have earned him the first prize for scientific and technological achievements from the Education Department of Henan Province in 2023 and 2024, as well as the second prize for outstanding academic achievements in natural sciences in Kaifeng City in 2022.

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Education:

  • Ph.D. in Materials Science
    • Harbin University of Science and Technology, Harbin, China
    • Year: 2019

Professional Experience:

  • Current Position:
    • Professor
      • School of Physics and Electronics, Henan University, China
  • Research Focus:
    • Ferroelectricity
    • Piezoelectric materials
    • Micro-nano energy harvesting engineering

Research Projects:

  • Hosted/Participated in 5 projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China.

Reviewer:

  • Serves as a reviewer for journals including:
    • Nano Today
    • Nano Energy
    • ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces

Awards:

  • First Prize for Scientific and Technological Achievements
    • Education Department of Henan Province
    • Year: 2023, 2024 (as the primary investigator)
  • Second Prize for Outstanding Academic Achievements in Natural Sciences
    • Kaifeng City
    • Year: 2022 (as the primary investigator)
Publications Top Notes 📄

Windmill-inspired hybridized triboelectric nanogenerators integrated with power management circuit for harvesting wind and acoustic energy

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Enhanced photovoltaic-pyroelectric coupled effect of BiFeO3/Au/ZnO heterostructures

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High-Performance Flexible Piezoelectric Nanogenerator Based on Specific 3D Nano BCZT@Ag Hetero-Structure Design for the Application of Self-Powered Wireless Sensor System

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Enhanced Output Performance of Piezoelectric Nanogenerators by Tb-Modified (BaCa)(ZrTi)O3and 3D Core/shell Structure Design with PVDF Composite Spinning for Microenergy Harvesting

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Superior ferroelectric properties and fatigue resistance in Tb modified (BaCa)(ZrTi)O3 film grown on SrTiO3 prepared by pulsed laser deposition

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Dr. Muhammad Tariq | Metal Nanoparticle Synthesis Award | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Muhammad Tariq | Metal Nanoparticle Synthesis Award | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Muhammad Tariq , Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing China

Muhammad Tariq is a dedicated bio-nanotechnologist currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Biological Engineering at Beijing University of Chemical Technology. His research focuses on enhancing the biocompatibility and functionality of bioactive compounds through nano and microencapsulation techniques, particularly by coating them with biological molecules like proteins and peptides. With a strong background in nanobiotechnology and biomedical engineering, Tariq has contributed significantly to the field through his research publications in reputable journals.

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Professional Experience:

  • Junior Scientist at Real Time PCR Diagnostic, Research & Reference Laboratories (2019-2022)
  • Lecturer at Government Higher Secondary School, Shamozai Swat (2010-2016)
  • Research Assistant (Internee) at Veterinary Research Institute Peshawar (2007-2008)

Education:

  • Ph.D. in Biological Engineering (In Progress), Beijing University of Chemical Technology
  • MS in Chemical Engineering & Technology, Beijing University of Chemical Technology
  • BS in Biotechnology, University of Malakand, Pakistan

Research Interests:

  • Bio-nanotechnology
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Nano and Microencapsulation Techniques

Skills:

  • Nanobiotechnology Techniques
  • DNA Extraction and Purification
  • Protein Expression and Purification
  • General and Molecular PCR
  • Homology Modeling and Sequence Alignment

Awards:

  • Ph.D. Scholarship Award, BUCT Presidential Scholarship, Beijing, China
  • Master Scholarship Award, Chinese Government Scholarship, Beijing, China

Personal Skills:

  • Strong Communication and Problem-solving Skills
  • Open-mindedness and Self-regulation
  • Teamwork

Interests:

  • Reading Books
  • Hiking
  • Playing Cricket

 

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Assist Prof Dr. Muhammad Hilal | Nanomaterials Awards | Young Scientist Award

Assist Prof Dr. Muhammad Hilal | Nanomaterials Awards | Young Scientist Award

Assist Prof Dr. Muhammad Hilal , Sejong university, Seoul, South korea

Dr. Muhammad Hilal, an Assistant Professor at Sejong University in Seoul, South Korea, is a distinguished researcher in chemical engineering and nanotechnology. With a PhD from Dongguk University, Seoul, he has garnered recognition for his groundbreaking work, including prestigious grants from the National Research Foundation of Korea (NRF) and the Best Research Award during his doctoral studies. Dr. Hilal’s expertise spans the synthesis of 2D materials, sensor development, and renewable energy technologies. His passion for education is evident through his extensive teaching experience and numerous impactful publications in renowned journals. With a focus on advancing gas sensing technology and enhancing energy harvesting devices, Dr. Hilal continues to drive innovation in the field of nanomaterials.

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🔬 Expertise:

Chemical Engineering | Nanomaterials | Sensors | Renewable Energy

Dr. Muhammad Hilal is a passionate researcher and educator with extensive experience in the field of chemical engineering and nanotechnology. With a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemical Engineering from Dongguk University, Seoul, South Korea, Dr. Hilal has dedicated his career to pushing the boundaries of material science for innovative technological applications.

🎓 Education:

  • PhD in Chemical Engineering, Dongguk University, Seoul, South Korea
  • Master of Sciences in Applied Physics, Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of Engineering Sciences and Technology, Pakistan
  • Bachelor of Science in Physics, Abdul Wali Khan University, Pakistan

🏆 Achievements:

  • Recipient of prestigious research grants from the National Research Foundation of Korea (NRF).
  • Awarded Best Research Award during PhD at Dongguk University.
  • Distinction in both Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees.

🔍 Research Interests:

  • Synthesis and engineering of 2D materials (MXene, Graphene, MoS2).
  • Development of sensors for gas, glucose, caffeine, and pH monitoring.
  • Advancements in renewable energy technologies including hybrid solar cells and organic solar cells.
  • Exploration of supercapacitors, Zn Ion batteries, and photocatalysis.

📚 Teaching Experience:

  • Instructed undergraduate courses in Semiconductor Device Processing and Technology, Sensor Electronics, and Sensor Signal Processing and Network.
  • Experienced in teaching Solid State Physics, Organic Semiconductors & Devices, and Thin Film Technology at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

📝 Publications:

Dr. Hilal has authored numerous impactful research papers, focusing on the development of advanced materials for various applications, published in renowned journals such as Nano-micro Letters, Applied Surface Science, and IEEE Sensors.

🌱 Future Research Plan:

  • Further exploration of MXene engineering for advanced gas sensing technology.
  • Investigating the tunability of electronic band structures in metal oxides to enhance performance in energy harvesting and storage devices.

Publication Top Notes:

Newly Design Porous/Sponge Red Phosphorus@Graphene and Highly Conductive Ni2P Electrode for Asymmetric Solid State Supercapacitive Device With …

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Significant improvement in the photovoltaic stability of bulk heterojunction organic solar cells by the molecular level interaction of graphene oxide with a PEDOT: PSS …

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A dual-functional flexible sensor based on defects-free Co-doped ZnO nanorods decorated with CoO clusters towards pH and glucose monitoring of fruit juices and human fluids

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Improving the conductivity of PEDOT: PSS to nearly 1 million S/m with graphene on an ITO-glass substrate

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Interface engineering of G-PEDOT: PSS hole transport layer via interlayer chemical functionalization for enhanced efficiency of large-area hybrid solar cells and their charge …

Citation – 23