Nikhil Kumar | Chemistry | Research Excellance Award

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Dr. Nikhil Kumar | Chemistry | Research Excellance Award

Scientist | CSIR-National Metallurgical Laboratory, Jamshedpur | India

Dr. Nikhil Kumar is a scientist recognized for his work in chemical sciences, functional materials, and advanced catalysis, contributing extensively to perovskite oxides, coordination polymers, metal–organic frameworks, electrocatalysis, photocatalysis, corrosion science, and energy-focused nanomaterials. His research advances hydrogen technologies, sustainable catalysis, and materials for energy storage and conversion, supported by impactful publications, patents, book chapters, and national and international fellowships. He holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry with a focus on perovskites and coordination polymers for catalytic and energy applications, preceded by postgraduate and undergraduate degrees in inorganic and physical sciences. His professional experience includes roles in materials development, corrosion studies, catalysis, electrocatalysis, and fuel-cell-related research, along with contributions to major funded projects. His interests span functional materials, water splitting, nitrogen and carbon dioxide reduction, catalytic mechanism exploration, interface engineering, magnetic and electronic materials, nanocomposites, and luminescent systems, reflecting a strong interdisciplinary approach to next-generation energy technologies.

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Featured Publications 

Kumar, N., et al. Investigation of new B-site disordered perovskite oxide CaLaScRuO₆+δ. ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces.

Kumar, N., & Paul, A. K. . Triggering Lewis acidic nature in 2D-coordination polymers. ACS Inorganic Chemistry.

Kumar, N., Rom, T., Singh, V., & Paul, A. K. Structural and catalytic behaviours of coordination polymers. ACS Crystal Growth & Design.

Kumar, N., Kumari, N., Bhatia, A., & Paul, A. K. Green oxidation of alcohols using ruthenate double perovskites. RSC Reaction Chemistry & Engineering.

Kumar, N., et al. Ca₂FeRuO₆ as a trifunctional electrocatalyst and photocatalyst. ACS Applied Energy Materials.

Ali Olad | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Ali Olad | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Scientific staff | University of Tabriz | Iran

Prof. Dr. Ali Olad is a prominent applied chemistry scholar recognized for advancing polymer composites, conducting polymers, nanocomposites, and innovative coating technologies. His work integrates fundamental material science with industrial applications, covering hydrogels, corrosion protection, electrochemical processes, and sustainable polymer systems. Known for a strong publication record and high scientific impact, he has significantly contributed to environmentally friendly materials, smart coatings, and functional polymer networks while teaching and mentoring across multiple academic levels. His research spans polymer–nanoparticle interactions, smart hydrogels, high-performance protective coatings, and green electrochemical approaches, with applications in electronics, sensing, biomedicine, and agriculture. His contributions to polymer science, curriculum development, and applied materials research have earned him recognition for scientific excellence, impactful innovation, and leadership in advancing modern functional materials.

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Featured Publications 

Kouhi, M., Olad, A., Mirmohseni, A., & Pourabbas, B. (2025). PTSLIPS coatings using polyurethane-based nanocomposite. Progress in Organic Coatings, 204, 109246. Cited by: 1

Nazarlou, Z., Najjari, H., Olad, A., & Aydemir, U. (2025). Fluorine-free hydrophobic powder coatings. Surfaces and Interfaces, 106881. Cited by: N/A

Bastanian, M., Olad, A., & Ghorbani, M. (2025). High chrome exhaustion using oxidized tragacanthin. Journal of the American Leather Chemists Association, 120(5), 229–242. Cited by: N/A

Bastanian, M., Olad, A., & Ghorbani, M. (2025). Chrome-free leather manufacturing using aldehyde–vegetable combination tanning. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 306, 141554. Cited by: 1

Shakouripour, F., Olad, A., & Bayramoglu, G. (2025). Interpenetrating networks from chitosan and poly(HPMA/HEMA) for controlled release. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 301, 140929. Cited by: 3