Monica Corea | Materials Science | Research Excellance Award

Prof. Dr. Monica Corea | Materials Science | Research Excellance Award

Full Profesor | National Polytechnic Institute | Mexico

Dr. Hiren Dave is a mechanical engineering researcher specializing in diesel engine combustion, emission reduction, alternate fuels, and 3-D CFD simulation, with significant contributions through research, publications, and academic service. His background includes advanced studies in mechanical engineering, building strong expertise in thermodynamics, IC engines, and computational analysis. He has experience teaching heat transfer, IC engines, and computational modeling, along with coordinating academic and research initiatives. His work focuses on sustainable engine technologies, combining experimental and numerical studies to enhance efficiency and minimize emissions. He investigates alternative fuels, combustion optimization, spray behavior, ignition characteristics, and after-treatment strategies, aiming to translate computational insights into practical engine advancements that support cleaner transportation and reduced environmental impact. His research has been recognized through several academic honors and technical event contributions, supported by citations from 36 documents, 2 indexed documents, and an h-index of 2.

 

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Satish Jadhav | Materials Science | Young Scientist Award

Dr. Satish Jadhav | Materials Science | Young Scientist Award

Assistant Professor | Yeungnam University | India

Dr. Satish Bajirao Jadhav is a research professor specializing in materials science, catalysis, semiconductors, biosensors, and energy-storage materials, with expertise spanning nanomaterials, electrochemical sensing, supercapacitors, and electrocatalysis. His contributions include developing microfiber-based microneedles, microfluidic biosensing platforms, and high-performance composite materials for energy and sensing applications. He has advanced experience in materials synthesis, thin-film deposition, characterization techniques, and analytical methods, supported by postdoctoral work, funded research fellowships, and collaborative publications in high-impact journals. His innovations reflect strong interdisciplinary capability, including work on pristine and composite oxides, semiconductor structures, and functional materials for catalysis, sensing, and energy devices. Recognized for research excellence, technical expertise, and patent-supported outcomes, he continues to contribute to next-generation materials engineering and applied sensor technologies.

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Featured Publications 

Jadhav, S. B. et al. (2024). Nickel-Cobalt Tungstate for Non-Enzymatic Glucose Sensing. Chemical Engineering Journal.

Kadam, K. V., Malavekar, D. B., Jadhav, S. B., et al. (2024). Enhanced Photocatalytic Activity of Mn-Substituted Zinc Ferrite. ChemistrySelect.

Jadhav, S. B. et al. (2024). Lanthanum-Based Materials: Synthesis and Challenges. Rare Metals.

Jadhav, S. B. et al. (2023). NiWO₄ Electrocatalyst for Glucose Sensing and HER. Applied Physics A, 129, 524.

Jadhav, S. B. et al. (2023). Mn-Doped La₂O₃ Thin Films for Glucose Sensing. Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics.

KyongHo Sim | Materials Science and Technology | Best Researcher Award

Prof. KyongHo Sim | Materials Science and Technology | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Kim Chaek University of Technology, North Korea.

Prof. Kyong Ho Sim is a materials scientist and academic at Kim Chaek University of Technology, where he has contributed to the field of advanced structural materials since 2010. His doctoral work, completed in collaboration with Harbin Institute of Technology, focused on the microstructural development and mechanical performance of ultra-high strength alloys using powder metallurgy techniques. His expertise in modeling hot deformation behavior and developing processing routes for next-generation materials places him at the forefront of metallurgical research in the region. Prof. Sim is especially known for his work on Ti₂AlNb alloys, which are key materials for aerospace and high-performance applications.

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🎓 Education 

  • B.Sc. in Materials Science and Technology, Kim Chaek University of Technology, North Korea, 2006

  • Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering, Jointly pursued at Kim Chaek University of Technology and National Key Laboratory of Precision Hot Processing of Metals, Harbin Institute of Technology, China, awarded in 2022

💼 Experience 

Prof. Kyong Ho Sim has been serving as a researcher at the Faculty of Materials Science and Technology, Kim Chaek University of Technology since 2010. Over the years, he has specialized in the thermo-mechanical processing of advanced engineering materials. His academic progression culminated in the successful completion of a Ph.D. program in 2022, during which he conducted research at the prestigious Harbin Institute of Technology’s National Key Laboratory. Prof. Sim has contributed significantly to the development of ultra-fine grained materials and constitutive modeling, with a focus on titanium-based and aluminum alloys used in high-strength and high-temperature applications.

🔬 Research Interests

  • Thermo-mechanical processing of advanced engineering materials

  • Powder metallurgy of ultra-fine grained alloys

  • Hot deformation behavior of titanium alloys, ultra-high strength steels, and nickel-based superalloys

  • Spark plasma sintering and mechanical alloying

  • Constitutive modeling (Zerilli-Armstrong, Khan-Huang-Liang models)

  • Microstructural evolution and mechanical property optimization of Ti₂AlNb-based intermetallics

Author Metrics

  • Publications: Multiple articles published in SCI-indexed journals, especially in Journal of Alloys and Compounds and Vacuum

  • Citation Highlights:

    • Microstructure and mechanical properties of a Ti-22Al-25Nb alloy fabricated from elemental powders by mechanical alloying and spark plasma sintering, Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 704, 425–433 (2017)

    • Modified Zerilli-Armstrong and Khan-Huang-Liang constitutive models to predict hot deformation behavior in a powder metallurgy Ti-22Al-25Nb alloy, Vacuum, 210, 111749 (2023)

  • Areas of Impact: Powder metallurgy, thermomechanical processing, constitutive modeling, and advanced alloy design

  • Collaborations: Cross-institutional research with Harbin Institute of Technology and regional research laboratories

Top Noted Publications:

1. Modified Zerilli-Armstrong and Khan-Huang-Liang Constitutive Models to Predict Hot Deformation Behavior in a Powder Metallurgy Ti-22Al-25Nb Alloy

  • Journal: Vacuum

  • Publication Year: 2023

  • DOI: 10.1016/j.vacuum.2022.111749
  • EID (Scopus): 2-s2.0-85146430765

  • ISSN: 0042-207X

  • Authors: Sim, K.H.; Ri, Y.C.; Jo, C.H.; Kim, O.J.; Kim, R.S.; Pak, H.

  • Publisher: Elsevier

  • Abstract Summary: This study applies modified Zerilli-Armstrong and Khan-Huang-Liang models to characterize the hot deformation behavior of a Ti-22Al-25Nb alloy processed via powder metallurgy, offering accurate predictions of flow stress under various thermomechanical conditions.

2. Constitutive Modeling of a Fine-Grained Ti₂AlNb-Based Alloy Fabricated by Mechanical Alloying and Subsequent Spark Plasma Sintering

  • Journal: Advanced Engineering Materials

  • Publication Year: 2021

  • DOI: 10.1002/adem.202000987

  • EID (Scopus): 2-s2.0-85097672128

  • ISSN: 1527-2648 (Print), 1438-1656 (Online)

  • Authors: Sim, K.-H.; Li, Y.C.; Li, C.-H.; Kim, M.-O.; Kim, H.-C.

  • Publisher: Wiley-VCH

  • Abstract Summary: The article investigates the flow stress behavior and constitutive equations for a fine-grained Ti₂AlNb alloy fabricated via mechanical alloying and spark plasma sintering, contributing to its potential applications in aerospace.

3. Effect of Sb–Ba–Ce–Si–Fe Post Inoculants on Microstructural and Mechanical Properties of As-Cast Pearlitic Ductile Iron

  • Journal: Steel Research International

  • Publication Year: 2019

  • DOI: 10.1002/srin.201800530

  • EID (Scopus): 2-s2.0-85059352544

  • ISSN: 1869-344X (Print), 1611-3683 (Online)

  • Authors: Lia, B.-G.; Sim, K.-H.; Kim, R.-C.

  • Publisher: Wiley-VCH

  • Abstract Summary: This work evaluates how different post-inoculant combinations affect the microstructure and mechanical performance of as-cast pearlitic ductile iron, optimizing properties for industrial applications.

4. FE Simulation of the Influence of Roll Diameter Difference on the Plate Curvature During Hot Plate Rolling

  • Journal: Steel Research International

  • Publication Year: 2019

  • DOI: 10.1002/srin.201800007

  • EID (Scopus): 2-s2.0-85044867339

  • ISSN: 1869-344X (Print), 1611-3683 (Online)

  • Authors: Son, R.-C.; Sim, K.-H.; Sin-Ho, O.

  • Publisher: Wiley-VCH

  • Abstract Summary: Finite element simulation is used to study how differences in roll diameter influence plate curvature during hot rolling, with implications for flatness control in steel production.

5. Status of Titanium Alloy Industry for Aviation in the World and Development Strategy of Chinese Enterprises

  • Journal: DEStech Transactions on Social Science, Education and Human Science

  • Publication Date: January 22, 2019

  • DOI: 10.12783/dtssehs/emse2018/27191

  • ISSN: 2475-0042

  • Authors: Kyong-Ho Sim; Guo-feng Wang; Tae-Jong Kim

  • Publisher: DEStech Publications

  • Abstract Summary: This article provides a strategic analysis of the global titanium alloy industry for aviation, with a focus on China’s competitive development and industrial outlook.

Conclusion:

Prof. KyongHo Sim exemplifies a high-impact researcher in the field of Materials Science and Technology, with a strong academic foundation, innovative modeling work, and significant contributions to next-generation alloy development. His demonstrated expertise in ultra-fine grained materials, thermo-mechanical processing, and constitutive modeling make him an excellent nominee for the Research for Best Researcher Award.

He is particularly deserving of recognition in categories such as:

  • Advanced Alloy Research Award

  • Best Researcher in Metallurgical Engineering Award

  • Thermo-Mechanical Materials Innovation Award

  • Titanium Alloy Research Excellence Award

With minor strategic improvements in global outreach and interdisciplinary expansion, he could become a leading voice in the global materials science research landscape.

Tong Gao | composites | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Tong Gao | composites | Best Researcher Award

Professor, Shandong University, China.

Dr. Tong Gao is a distinguished professor at the School of Materials Science and Engineering, Shandong University. Born on December 9, 1988, Dr. Gao has dedicated his academic and research career to advancing materials science, specializing in aluminum (Al) and magnesium (Mg) alloys and composites. After earning his Ph.D. in 2015, he further honed his expertise as a visiting researcher at the University of Sydney under Prof. Simon P. Ringer’s guidance. Since joining Shandong University in 2016, Dr. Gao has contributed extensively to alloy design, melt treatment techniques, precipitate characterization, and nano-particle strengthening mechanisms. With over 100 peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals like Acta Materialia and Materials Research Letters, his research has significantly impacted the field. Dr. Gao has also been an active guest editor for MATERIALS and a member of the Youth Working Committee of the World Foundry Congress.

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Education  🎓

Dr. Tong Gao completed his Ph.D. in 2015, focusing on materials science and alloy research. During his doctoral studies, he undertook an enriching academic exchange at the University of Sydney (2014–2015) under the mentorship of Prof. Simon P. Ringer, which broadened his perspective on alloy and composite development. This experience laid a solid foundation for his expertise in the design and characterization of high-performance Al and Mg alloys. He embarked on his academic journey at Shandong University in 2016, where he has since integrated cutting-edge alloy design and innovative melt treatment technologies into his teaching and research. His advanced knowledge in materials science has driven impactful discoveries, earning him recognition in academia. Dr. Gao’s educational background reflects his commitment to achieving excellence and contributing to breakthroughs in alloy development.

Experience  🛠️

Dr. Tong Gao brings a wealth of experience as a professor at Shandong University, where he has been a faculty member since February 26, 2016. With a deep focus on materials science, he has excelled in designing Al and Mg alloys/composites with exceptional strength and ductility. Dr. Gao has also developed novel technologies for alloy melt treatments, resulting in enhanced structural properties. As a visiting scholar at the University of Sydney, he advanced his expertise in precipitate characterization and nano-particle strengthening mechanisms under the guidance of Prof. Simon P. Ringer. Dr. Gao’s leadership is evident in his role as a guest editor for MATERIALS and as a member of the Youth Working Committee of the World Foundry Congress. His career trajectory showcases a commitment to cutting-edge research and collaboration, significantly contributing to innovations in materials science.

Research Interests  🔬

Dr. Tong Gao’s research interests revolve around the design and innovation of aluminum and magnesium alloys and composites. His work focuses on:
1️⃣ Developing novel alloys and composites with enhanced strength, ductility, and physical properties.
2️⃣ Pioneering advanced melt treatment techniques to optimize the structural integrity and morphology of intermetallic compounds.
3️⃣ Studying precipitate characterization in Al and Mg alloys to better understand their strengthening mechanisms.
4️⃣ Investigating the role of nano-particles in enhancing mechanical properties and thermal stability in alloys.
Dr. Gao’s groundbreaking research has resulted in high-impact publications in esteemed journals like Acta Materialia and Materials Research Letters. His dedication to materials science innovation aims to address industrial challenges in aerospace, automotive, and lightweight engineering applications.

Awards 🏆

Dr. Tong Gao’s remarkable contributions to materials science have earned him several prestigious recognitions. Notable achievements include:

  • Best Researcher Award for his pioneering work in Al and Mg alloys/composites, which has advanced the understanding of nano-particle strengthening mechanisms.
  • Guest Editor Recognition from the journal MATERIALS for his expertise in alloy research.
  • Youth Working Committee Membership at the 75th World Foundry Congress, highlighting his role as a leader in the field.
    Dr. Gao’s work has been internationally acknowledged for its innovation and industrial relevance, positioning him as a leading researcher in the field of materials science.

Top Notes Publications 📚

Dr. Tong Gao has published over 100 research articles in prestigious journals, showcasing his expertise in Al and Mg alloys. Some highlights include:

  • Gao, T. (2021). “Precipitate Characterization in Al-Mg Alloys.” Acta Materialia. Cited by 52 articles.
  • Gao, T. (2020). “Melt Treatment Innovations for Al Composites.” Materials Research Letters. Cited by 38 articles.
  • Gao, T. (2019). “Nano-Particle Reinforcement in Mg Alloys.” Materials Science and Engineering: A. Cited by 45 articles.
  • Gao, T. (2018). “Strengthening Mechanisms in Lightweight Alloys.” Intermetallics. Cited by 32 articles.
    These publications have garnered high citations, reflecting their impact on materials science. For a full list, visit ResearchGate.

Conclusion

Dr. Tong Gao is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his exceptional academic record, significant research contributions, and innovative work in materials science. His impactful publications, patents, and leadership roles highlight his dedication to advancing knowledge in Al and Mg alloys/composites. To further strengthen his profile, he could focus on mentoring more students, publishing books, and broadening his professional engagement. His overall credentials make him highly deserving of this recognition.