Zahir Shah – High Energy Astrophysics – Best Researcher Award 

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Dr. Zahir Shah’s academic journey began with a strong foundation in physics, completing his B.Sc. from the University of Kashmir in 2009. His passion for astrophysics led him to pursue an M.Sc. in Physics from the same institution in 2011, followed by an M.Phil. in Astrophysics in 2014. His dedication and academic excellence culminated in a Ph.D. in Astrophysics from the University of Kashmir in 2019, under the guidance of Prof. Naseer Iqbal and Dr. Sunder Sahayanathan. His doctoral research focused on understanding the spectral and temporal behavior of high-energy blazars, laying the groundwork for his future contributions to High Energy Astrophysics.

💼 Professional Endeavors

Dr. Zahir Shah has made significant strides in astrophysical research, specializing in High Energy Astrophysics with a primary focus on the broadband spectral and temporal properties of blazars. His professional journey has been marked by collaborations with leading astrophysical observatories, utilizing multi-wavelength data for advanced analysis. He has been instrumental in developing automated data reduction scripts and numerical models to interpret emission behaviors of celestial bodies. Additionally, he has played a vital role in securing competitive research grants, including the DST INSPIRE Faculty Fellowship worth Rs. 77.40 Lacs and an ISRO AstroSat data utilization project worth Rs. 18.37 Lacs.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Zahir Shah’s research primarily revolves around High Energy Astrophysics, with a focus on the study of blazars. His work includes analyzing broadband spectral and temporal properties using observational data from multiple astrophysical facilities. He has also contributed to the theoretical modeling of particle distributions in acceleration and cooling regions under various perturbation scenarios. His expertise extends to characterizing the temporal properties of long-term light curves of blazars, improving the understanding of their emission mechanisms. His development of numerical and analytical solutions has greatly enhanced the field’s ability to interpret high-energy astrophysical phenomena.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Dr. Zahir Shah’s impact in High Energy Astrophysics extends beyond his research, influencing the next generation of astrophysicists through his contributions to computational astrophysics and data analysis techniques. His work has been instrumental in automating data reduction processes, enabling faster and more accurate astrophysical interpretations. His high-ranking performance in the Joint CSIR-UGC National Eligibility Test (NET), securing an All India Rank of 15, underscores his academic excellence. His research collaborations with national space agencies, including ISRO, have reinforced the scientific community’s understanding of high-energy blazar phenomena.

🏆Academic Cites

Dr. Zahir Shah’s research has been widely cited in leading astrophysical journals, reflecting the significance of his work in the field. His contributions to spectral and temporal analyses of blazars have provided valuable insights into their emission properties, making his publications an essential reference for researchers working on multi-wavelength astrophysical observations and theoretical modeling.

🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions

Looking ahead, Dr. Zahir Shah aims to continue his pioneering work in High Energy Astrophysics, expanding the frontiers of knowledge on blazars and other high-energy astrophysical sources. His future research will focus on refining numerical models, enhancing observational techniques, and further automating data processing pipelines for large-scale astrophysical studies. His contributions to astrophysics are set to leave a lasting legacy, advancing the field and inspiring future researchers in the domain of high-energy cosmic phenomena.

📝Notable Publication

📝Modeling the Non-Integer Dynamics of a Vector-Borne Infection with Nonlocal and Nonsingular Kernel

Authors: N. Ullah Nekmat, Z. Shah Zahir, R. Jan Rashid, M. Farhan Muhammad, E. Antonescu Elisabeta

Journal: Scientific Reports

Year: 2025

Citations: 0

📝Radiative Porosity Sodium Alginate Hybrid Nanofluid Flow Over an Exponential Stretching/Shrinking Surface: Dual Solutions

Authors: A. Asghar Adnan, T.Y. Ying Teh Yuan, L.A. Lund Liaquat Ali, N. Vrínceanu Narcisa, S.M.N.U. Islam S. M. Naqib Ul

Journal: Nano-Structures and Nano-Objects

Year: 2025

Citations: 0

📝Probing Spectral Evolution and Intrinsic Variability of Mkn 421: A Multi-Epoch AstroSat Study of X-ray Spectra

Authors: S. Akbar Sikandar, Z. Shah Zahir, R. Misra Ranjeev, N. Iqbal Naseer, J. Tantry Javaid

Journal: Journal of High Energy Astrophysics

Year: 2025

Citations: 0

📝Geodesic Deviation Analysis of Time Conformal Schwarzschild-Like Black Hole

Authors: M.S. Ghafar Muhammad Saad, F. Ali Farhad, Z. Shah Zahir, S. Iqbal Shahid, M.H. Alshehri Mansoor H.

Journal: Indian Journal of Physics

Year: 2025

Citations: 1

📝Entropy Generation and Nonlinear Thermal Radiation Analysis on Axisymmetric MHD Ellis Nanofluid Over a Horizontally Permeable Stretching Cylinder

Authors: M. Rooman Muhammad, M.A. Jan Muhammad Asif, Z. Shah Zahir, M.R. Alzahrani Mohammed R.

Journal: Waves in Random and Complex Media

Year: 2025

Citations: 17

Nikolai Kosarev – Physics of Plasmas – Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Nikolai Kosarev - Physics of Plasmas - Best Researcher Award 

Siberian Federal University - Russia 

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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Professor Nikolai Kosarev embarked on his academic journey with a strong foundation in applied mathematics and computational physics. His early research focused on the mathematical problems of laser physics, which laid the groundwork for his future contributions to the PHYSICS OF PLASMAS. Between 1987 and 1992, he worked as an engineer and junior scientific collaborator at the Computer Center of the Siberian Branch of the Academy of Sciences of the USSR in Krasnoyarsk. This period was instrumental in shaping his expertise in computational models related to radiation resonance and optical media.

💼 Professional Endeavors

Prof. Kosarev's professional career spans over three decades, during which he has held various academic and research positions. From 1992 to 1997, he served as an assistant and lecturer at the Faculty of Applied Mathematics of the Siberian Airspace Academy, where he contributed to the development of advanced computational techniques. His role expanded further between 1997 and 2015 as he became an assistant professor and later a full professor at the Faculty of Computer Science and Mathematics at the Siberian Juristic Institute of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia. Since 2015, he has been serving as a professor and head of the Department of Fundamental Natural Science Education at the Institute of Non-Ferrous Metals and Material Science at Siberian Federal University, where he continues to influence the field of PHYSICS OF PLASMAS.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus

Prof. Kosarev's research has been centered around PHYSICS OF PLASMAS, with a particular emphasis on radiation resonance processes in optically thick media. His doctoral thesis, "Radiation Resonance Processes in Optical Thick Media," is a cornerstone in this field, addressing critical aspects of energy transfer and light-matter interactions in plasma environments. His contributions have significantly advanced the understanding of plasma behavior, laser physics, and computational modeling in high-energy environments.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Prof. Kosarev's work has earned international recognition, as evidenced by his inclusion in prestigious biographical publications such as "The Marquis Who’s Who in the World" (2010, 2012) and "2000 Outstanding Intellectuals of the 21st Century" by the International Biographical Centre of Cambridge (2012). Furthermore, he has been honored with a diploma and inclusion in the anthology "TOP 100 Educators 2012," reflecting his influence in both research and pedagogy. His membership in the American Chemical Society since 2010 underscores his interdisciplinary impact, bridging the gap between plasma physics and chemical sciences.

🏆Academic Cites

The significance of Prof. Kosarev's research is reflected in his widespread academic citations. His work on laser physics, optical resonance, and PHYSICS OF PLASMAS has been referenced extensively in high-impact scientific journals. His findings continue to be a fundamental resource for researchers exploring plasma behavior, radiation dynamics, and applied computational physics.

🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions

Looking ahead, Prof. Kosarev remains dedicated to expanding the frontiers of PHYSICS OF PLASMAS through ongoing research, teaching, and mentorship. As the head of the Department of Fundamental Natural Science Education, he is shaping the next generation of scientists and engineers, ensuring that his legacy extends beyond his own groundbreaking discoveries. His continued work in plasma physics and optical resonance will further contribute to advancements in energy systems, material sciences, and high-energy physics applications.

📝Notable Publication

📝Absorption and scattering of resonance laser radiation in ultracold optical dense plasma

Authors: N.I. Kosarev, N.J. Shaparev

Journal: Journal of Physics B: Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics

Year: 2008

Citations: 23

📝Transfer of resonance radiation in an expanding sphere

Authors: N.I. Kosarev, N.Y. Shaparev

Journal: Journal of Physics B: Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics

Year: 2011

Citations: 22

📝Transfer of radiation in the artificial barium cloud at its photoionization by the sunlight

Authors: N.I. Kosarev

Journal: Matematicheskoe Modelirovanie

Year: 2006

Citations: 19

📝Scattering and absorption of resonant radiation in an expanding sphere

Authors: N.I. Kosarev, N.Y. Shaparev

Journal: Journal of Physics B: Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics

Year: 2012

Citations: 18

📝Influence of the Doppler effect on radiative transfer in a spherical plasma under macroscopic motion of substance

Authors: N.I. Kosarev

Journal: Journal of Quantitative Spectroscopy and Radiative Transfer

Year: 2018

Citations: 10

📝Numerical investigation of the escape factor of lithium and sodium vapour at partial frequency redistribution

Authors: N.I. Kosarev

Journal: Journal of Physics B: Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics

Year: 2008

Citations: 10

📝Resonance laser-induced ionisation of sodium vapour taking radiative transfer into account

Authors: N.I. Kosarev, N.Y. Shaparev

Journal: Quantum Electronics

Year: 2006

Citations: 10