Juliana Eccher | Physics of Condensed Matter | Best Researcher Award 

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Prof. Juliana Eccher | Physics of Condensed Matter | Best Researcher Award 

Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Brazil

Prof. Juliana Eccher is a distinguished physicist specialising in liquid crystals, organic electronics, and optoelectronic devices. She earned her PhD in Physics from Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina (UFSC), Brazil in 2014 under the supervision of Ivan Helmuth Bechtold, following her MSc (2010) and dual undergraduate degrees in Licenciatura (2006) and Bacharelado (2008) in Physics, also from UFSC. She holds a CNPq Research Productivity scholarship (Level C) and has been deeply involved in research and education in exact and earth sciences since. Prof. Eccher has published over 27 academic documents, which have together amassed approximately 575 citations, and her h-index stands at 12. Her work focuses on the synthesis, characterisation and application of discotic and columnar liquid crystals, organic semiconductors, doped nanocomposites including metallic nanoparticles and carbon nanotubes, and thin-film alignment techniques for advanced optoelectronic and photovoltaic devices. She has led and participated in multiple funded research projects domestically and internationally, including Projects in organic charge transfer, solar cell applications, and photophysics of luminescent liquid crystals. Her contributions also include supervising graduate and postgraduate students, coordinating extension and outreach activities, and regularly reviewing for international journals. Proficient in laboratory techniques for structural, optical, and electronic characterisation, she integrates research with teaching and community engagement to advance both scientific knowledge and application in sustainable technologies.

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Featured Publications 

Stadtlober, C. H., Olegario, J. E. S., Mezalira, D. Z., Bock, H., Franca, L. G., Monkman, A. P., & Eccher, J. (2025). Homeotropic alignment and delayed fluorescence of thin films of a columnar liquid crystal doped with multiwalled carbon nanotubes. Liquid Crystals. Advance online publication.

Liguori, D., Kern, B. S., Eising, R., Mezalira, D. Z., Nome, R. C., Ely, F., Gallardo, H., Bock, H., Bechtold, I. H., & Eccher, J. (2025). Surface plasmon-dependent photoluminescence in a columnar liquid crystal doped with metallic nanoparticles. Liquid Crystals. Advance online publication.

Avila, L. B., Chulkin, P., Serrano, P. A., Dreyer, J. P., Berteau-Rainville, M., Orgiu, E., Franca, L. D. L., Zimmermann, L. M., Bock, H., Faria, G. C., … (2024). Perylene-based columnar liquid crystal: Revealing resistive switching for nonvolatile memory devices. Journal of Molecular Liquids, 413, 124757.

Alves, A. L., Bernardino, S. V., Stadtlober, C. H., Girotto, E., Farias, G., do Nascimento, R. M., Curcio, S. F., Cazati, T., Dotto, M. E. R., Eccher, J., … (2023). Charge carrier transport in perylene-based and pyrene-based columnar liquid crystals. Beilstein Journal of Organic Chemistry, 19, 128.

Silva, F. N., Luciano, H. M., Stadtlober, C. H., Farias, G., Durola, F., Eccher, J., Bechtold, I. H., Bock, H., Gallardo, H., & Vieira, A. A. (2023). Dissymmetric triaryltriazines: Small mass columnar glasses. Chemistry – A European Journal, 29(46), e202301319.

Zeitun Akhmatov – Condensed Matter Physics – Best Researcher Award 

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Mr. Zeitun Akhmatov - Condensed Matter Physics - Best Researcher Award 

Kabardino-Balkarian State University - Russia

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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Mr. Zeitun Akhmatov pursued his academic journey at Kabardino-Balkarian State University, where he studied in the Physics Department from 2009 to 2014 and earned his Ph.D. in Physics and Mathematics. His early academic interests were focused on fundamental aspects of condensed matter physics, which laid the groundwork for his subsequent research in this field.

💼 Professional Endeavors

From 2018 to 2024, Mr. Akhmatov served as a Senior Researcher and Senior Lecturer in the Department of Theoretical and Experimental Physics at Kabardino-Balkarian State University. His professional career has been dedicated to advancing the field of condensed matter physics, particularly through theoretical and experimental investigations. His role involved leading research projects, mentoring students, and contributing to the academic community through teaching and publications.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus

Over the past five years, Mr. Akhmatov has made significant contributions to condensed matter physics. Notably, he demonstrated the possibility of enhancing spin-orbit coupling (SOC) in graphene through doping with cadmium and tellurium atoms, which is crucial for developing 2D topological insulators (Z. Akhmatov, Carbon, 2024). Additionally, he has advanced the understanding of band gap control in graphene and investigated the wettability of graphite surfaces, addressing key challenges in nanoelectronics (Akhmatov Z.A., JETP Letters, 2023; Akhmatov Z.A., Proceedings of the Kabardino-Balkarian State University, 2019). His work also includes precision measurement techniques for determining intercalated atom concentrations (Z.A. Ahmatov, Phys. of Part. and Nucl., 2018).

🌍 Impact and Influence

Mr. Akhmatov's research has had a substantial impact on the field of condensed matter physics. His work on enhancing SOC in graphene and controlling band gaps has opened new avenues for creating advanced materials and devices. His findings on graphene's wettability and precision measurement methods have practical implications for nanoelectronics and material science. His contributions are widely cited, reflecting his influence on both theoretical and applied aspects of condensed matter physics.

🏆Academic Cites

Mr. Akhmatov's research has garnered significant academic attention, with numerous citations highlighting the importance of his work in condensed matter physics. His publications in high-impact journals, such as Carbon and JETP Letters, have been instrumental in advancing the field and providing valuable insights into material properties and applications.

🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions

Mr. Akhmatov's legacy in condensed matter physics is characterized by his innovative research and dedication to advancing material science. His future contributions are anticipated to further enhance the understanding of graphene and other materials, particularly in the areas of spin-orbit coupling and wettability. As he continues to explore new research avenues, Mr. Akhmatov's work will likely have a lasting influence on the development of cutting-edge technologies and materials.

Notable Publication

📝The Quasi-Two-Dimensional Coefficient Inverse Problem for the Wave Equation in a Weakly Horizontally Inhomogeneous Medium with Memory

Authors: Akhmatov, Z.A., Totieva, Z.D.

Journal: Siberian Mathematical Journal

Year: 2023

📝Band Structure of Bilayer Graphene Intercalated by Potassium Atoms. Ab Initio Calculations

Authors: Akhmatov, Z.A.

Journal: JETP Letters

Year: 2023

📝Search for Hadronic Solar Axions

Authors: Akhmatov, Z.A., Berezin, S.S., Gavrilyuk, Y.M., Unzhakov, E.V., Zavrazhnov, A.Y.

Conference: Journal of Physics: Conference Series

Year: 2021

📝Experimental Setup for Determining the Surface Tension of Highly Curved Interfaces by Static and Dynamic Methods

Authors: Sergeev, I.N., Khokonov, A.Kh., Akhmatov, Z.A.

Conference: Journal of Physics: Conference Series

Year: 2020

📝Bending Vibrations of Free and Microdroplet-Loaded Graphene in the Framework of the Molecular Dynamics Method

Authors: Khokonov, A.Kh., Akhmatov, Z.A.

Conference: Journal of Physics: Conference Series

Year: 2020