Dandan Sun | Properties and Performance | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Dandan Sun | China Railway 15th Bureau Group Corporation Limited | China

Dr. Dandan Sun is a Senior Engineer and Vice-Dean of the Technical Center at China Railway 15th Bureau Group Corporation Limited in Shanghai, specializing in urban underground space development, tunnel engineering, vertical shaft excavation, intelligent construction technologies, and concrete durability. She holds a Ph.D. in Material Science and Engineering from Tongji University, including a joint doctoral experience at the University of Melbourne, and a bachelor’s degree from Wuhan University of Technology. Her research focuses on the microstructure and durability of concrete, ion transport and corrosion mechanisms in cementitious materials, and innovative construction technologies for complex underground environments, combining experimental, numerical, and field studies. She has authored numerous influential publications on topics such as sulfate and chloride attack on concrete, bond behavior between steel and concrete, vertical shield tunneling, and offshore construction durability. In addition to her scholarly contributions, she holds over forty invention patents and has contributed to technical standards for high-performance concrete applications. Her work has been recognized with multiple prestigious awards for technological breakthroughs in intelligent construction, slope failure prevention, and sustainable urban underground development, including international acclaim at the Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions for her intelligent and ecological underground garage design. Through her research, innovation, and leadership, Dandan Sun has significantly advanced civil engineering and sustainable urban infrastructure development.

Featured Publications

Shi, H., Sun, D., & Wu, K. (2016). Development on microstructure and numerical simulation of interfacial transition zone. Journal of The Chinese Ceramic Society, 44(5), 678–685.

Sun, D., Wu, K., Kang, W., et al. (2018). Characterisation of water stability of magnesium phosphate cement blended with steel slag and fly ash. Advances in Cement Research, 32(6), 1–11.

Sun, D., Wu, K., Shi, H., et al. (2018). Effect of interfacial transition zone on the transport of sulfate ions in concrete. Construction and Building Materials, 28–37.

Wu, K., Kang, W., Xu, L., Sun, D., et al. (2018). Damage evolution of blended cement concrete under sodium sulfate attack in relation to ITZ volume content. Construction and Building Materials, 452–465.

Sun, D., Wu, K., Shi, H., et al. (2019). Deformation behaviour of concrete materials under sulfate attack. Construction and Building Materials, 232–241.

Jiyoung Kim | Material Science | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Jiyoung Kim , Seoul National University, South Korea

Ji-Young Kim is a dedicated researcher currently pursuing a PhD in Material Science Engineering at Seoul National University. With extensive experience in the industry, she serves as a Senior Research Engineer at Hyundai Steel Company, where she has worked since 2014. Ji-Young also contributes to the ISO Technical Committee 107 as Committee Manager, focusing on metallic and inorganic coatings. Her commitment to advancing materials science is evident through her hands-on experience and leadership in research initiatives. With a strong educational background from Hanyang University, Ji-Young is passionate about innovation in materials engineering.

Publication profile

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Education

PhD in Material Science Engineering
Seoul National University, Korea – In progre
ss (2019-present)
M.S. in Material Science Engineering
Hanyang University, Korea – 2008
B.S. in Material Science Engineering
Hanyang University, Korea – 2006

Experience

Senior Research Engineer
Hyundai Steel Company, Korea — 2019–present
Research Engineer
Hyundai Steel Company, Korea — 2014–2018
Hyundai HYSCO, Korea — 2008–2013

Suitability for The Award

Ji-Young Kim is a highly qualified candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to her significant contributions to material science and engineering, particularly in the field of metallic and inorganic coatings. Her extensive academic background, hands-on industry experience, and involvement in technical committees underscore her commitment to advancing research in her field.

Professional Development ()

Ji-Young Kim is actively engaged in professional development to enhance her expertise in material science engineering. She participates in workshops, conferences, and training programs related to advanced materials and coatings. As a Committee Manager for ISO Technical Committee 107, she fosters collaboration among industry experts, driving innovation in metallic and inorganic coatings. Her commitment to continuous learning ensures she stays at the forefront of her field, ready to tackle emerging challenges and contribute to cutting-edge research.

Research Focus

Ji-Young Kim’s research focuses on material science engineering, particularly in metallic and inorganic coatings. She investigates chemical conversion coatings and their applications in enhancing material properties, such as corrosion resistance and durability. Her work contributes to developing advanced coatings that improve the performance of steel products in various industries. By exploring innovative materials and processes, Ji-Young aims to advance the field of materials science and contribute to sustainable engineering practices.

Awards and Honors ()

Best Paper Award – International Conference on Coatings Technology (2021)
Excellence in Research Award – Hyundai Steel Company (2020)
Outstanding Graduate Student Award – Hanyang University (2008)
ISO Recognition Certificate – Contribution to Technical Committee 107 (2022)

Publication

Naturally occurring phytochemicals for the prevention of Alzheimer’s disease – J Kim, HJ Lee, KW Lee, Journal of Neurochemistry, 112 (6), 1415-1430 (2010)
Inhibition of p38 and ERK MAP kinases blocks endotoxin-induced nitric oxide production and differentially modulates cytokine expression – SH Kim, J Kim, RP Sharma, Pharmacological Research, 49 (5), 433-439 (2004)
Caffeinated coffee, decaffeinated coffee, and the phenolic phytochemical chlorogenic acid up-regulate NQO1 expression and prevent H2O2-induced apoptosis in primary cortical neurons – J Kim, S Lee, J Shim, HW Kim, J Kim, YJ Jang, H Yang, J Park, SH Choi, Neurochemistry International, 60 (5), 466-474 (2012)
Cocoa phytochemicals: recent advances in molecular mechanisms on health – J Kim, J Kim, J Shim, CY Lee, KW Lee, HJ Lee, Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, 54 (11), 1458-1472 (2014)
Cocoa polyphenols suppress adipogenesis in vitro and obesity in vivo by targeting insulin receptor – SY Min, H Yang, SG Seo, SH Shin, MY Chung, J Kim, SJ Lee, HJ Lee, International Journal of Obesity, 37 (4), 584-592 (2013)
Increased expression of the receptor for advanced glycation end products in neurons and astrocytes in a triple transgenic mouse model of Alzheimer’s disease – BR Choi, WH Cho, J Kim, HJ Lee, CH Chung, WK Jeon, JS Han, Experimental & Molecular Medicine, 46 (2), e75-e75 (2014)
Calcium-Mediated Activation of c-Jun NH2-Terminal Kinase (JNK) and Apoptosis in Response to Cadmium in Murine Macrophages – J Kim, RP Sharma, Toxicological Sciences, 81 (2), 518-527 (2004)
Silymarin Protects Against Liver Damage in BALB/c Mice Exposed to Fumonisin B1 Despite Increasing Accumulation of Free Sphingoid Bases – Q He, J Kim, RP Sharma, Toxicological Sciences, 80 (2), 335-342 (2004)