Dr. Fatma Ouled Saad | Experimental Physics | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Fatma Ouled Saad | Experimental Physics | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Fatma Ouled Saad | ENIM | Tunisia

Ouled Saad Fatma is a researcher in energetic engineering whose work focuses on thermal processes, renewable energy systems, and advanced methods for improving energy efficiency. She has contributed to the development and optimization of solar desalination technologies, particularly through innovative mechanisms designed to enhance solar still productivity and overall thermal performance. Her studies also explore the application of phase change materials to improve heat storage and transfer, supporting more effective energy capture and utilization in sustainable systems. Beyond renewable technologies, she has conducted significant research in electrical resistance tomography, offering new approaches for analyzing material properties and characterizing porosity in complex media. Her academic contributions extend to teaching and supervising projects in areas such as thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, refrigeration systems, sensors, and materials science, where she plays an active role in guiding students in applied engineering practices. Through her combined efforts in research, teaching, and project supervision, she consistently promotes innovative thinking and practical solutions in energy engineering. Her work reflects a strong commitment to advancing environmentally responsible technologies and improving the performance of thermal and energy systems. She is recognized for her ability to integrate experimental methods with analytical modeling to address engineering challenges. Her diverse contributions support progress in sustainable energy, applied thermal sciences, and diagnostic techniques for engineering materials.

Profile: Scopus 

Featured Publications

Ouled Saad, F., Madiouli, J., Mihoubi, D., Shigidi, I., & Sghaier, J. (2026). Estimating talc and cellulose porosity under mechanical dewatering using electrical resistance tomography technique. Flow Measurement and Instrumentation, 107, 103124.

Ouled Saad, F., Madiouli, J., Chemkhi, S., Mankai, S., & Shigidi, I. (2024). Increasing the productivity and the thermal efficiency of conventional solar stills using a new rotating discs mechanism. International Journal of Environmental Science and Technology. (Advance online publication)

Ouled Saad, F., Mankai, S., Madiouli, J., Chemkhi, S., Shigidi, I., & Khan, M. I. (2024). Effect of phase change materials melting temperature on improving single slope solar still productivity. Journal of Energy Storage. (Advance online publication)

Ouled Saad, F., Aymen, S., Madiouli, J., Jalila, S., & Olivier, F. (2016). Quadrupole method: A new approach for solving the direct problem of electrical resistance tomography. Journal of King Saud University – Science.

 

Prof. Dr. Adel Mohamed | Materials Engineering | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Adel Mohamed | Materials Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Dr. Adel Mohamed | Suez University | Egypt

Prof. Adel Mohamed Amer Mohamed is a leading scholar in metallurgical and materials engineering, widely recognized for his influential research, academic leadership, and contributions to scientific advancement. His work spans advanced materials, electronic materials, metal matrix composites, theoretical modeling, electrocatalysis, and energy-storage systems, with a strong emphasis on modern materials innovation. He has produced an extensive research portfolio that includes high-impact journal publications, conference contributions, book chapters, and authored books reflecting both scientific depth and interdisciplinary relevance. Prof. Adel is consistently listed among the Stanford Top 2% Scientists, highlighting his global research visibility and strong citation indicators. His achievements extend beyond research into curriculum development, academic program enhancement, and quality assurance within higher education. He has played a central role in improving undergraduate and postgraduate academic structures while fostering a culture of scientific excellence. His leadership includes overseeing laboratory development, guiding student learning environments, and supporting scientific training initiatives. He has significantly contributed to strengthening industry–academia cooperation through collaborative projects, training programs, and strategic partnerships. Prof. Adel also actively participates in national scientific committees, reflecting his expertise in advanced materials and his role in shaping research directions. His editorial work and service as a reviewer for numerous journals demonstrate his commitment to maintaining high scientific standards. Dedicated to mentoring, he has supervised multiple postgraduate theses, helping shape the next generation of materials researchers. His research projects span diverse areas of application, including sustainable technologies, electrochemical systems, structural materials, and nanostructured composites. Through his continuous contributions to scientific research, academic development, and institutional growth, Prof. Adel Mohamed Amer Mohamed has established himself as a prominent figure in the field of materials engineering and a driving force behind the advancement of research and education.

Profiles: Scopus | Orcid

Featured Publications

Hsu, C.-Y., Ali, A. B. M., Jamal, Z. H., Mudhafar, M., Alsailawi, H. A., Abduvalieva, D., Mohamed, A. M. A., Adil, S. K., Alkahtani, H. M., & Mahariq, I. (2025). Transition metal-functionalized hexagonal bipyramidal boron clusters as high-performance electrocatalysts for hydrogen evolution reaction: A DFT study. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy.

Matli, P. R., Manohar, G., Abdelatty, R., Shakoor, R. A., Azeem, A., Lingala, S. S. R., Kotalo, R. G., & Mohamed, A. M. A. (2024). Characterization of microstructural and mechanical properties of hybrid Al/SiC/Al₂O₃ nanocomposites. Emergent Materials.

Moussa, M. E., Salem, M. M. M., Hamid, M. A., Gomaa, M. H., Abd-Elwahed, A., Ghayad, I. M., & Mohamed, A. A. (2024). Mechanical integrity and in vitro degradation behavior of Mg–Zn–Ca biodegradable alloy prepared by different casting technologies. International Journal of Metalcasting.

Mikky, Y. A., Bhran, A. A., El-Araby, R. Y., Mohamed, A. M. A., Gadallah, A. G., & Shoaib, A. M. (2024). Optimization of biodiesel–nanoparticle blends for enhanced diesel engine performance and emission reduction. Processes, 12(11), Article 2471.

Mohamed, A. M. A., Ibrahim, M. F., Zedan, Y., Samuel, E., Samuel, A. M., & Samuel, F. H. (2023). A study on the factors enhancing the high-temperature strength of B319.2-type alloys. International Journal of Metalcasting.

Prof. Vandana Ravi Kumar | Nonlinear Optics | Best Researcher Award 

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Prof. Vandana Ravi Kumar | Nonlinear Optics | Best Researcher Award 

Prof. Vandana Ravi Kumar | Acharya Nagarjuna University | India

Prof. V. Ravi Kumar is a distinguished physicist specializing in materials science and solid-state physics, focusing on glass physics, dielectric and electrical properties, nonlinear optics, and photoluminescence. His research extensively employs ESR, IR, and Raman spectroscopy to study glass and glass-ceramic materials, with applications in radiation dosimetry, electrochromic devices, fuel-cell electrolytes, and optical systems. He has authored over 170 peer-reviewed publications, including more than 70 Q1 papers, with an h-index of 38 and nearly 3900 citations, and contributed chapters to key academic books. His research has been supported by major national funding agencies, reflecting his recognized leadership in advanced materials. He has guided numerous Ph.D. and M.Phil. scholars in oxide glasses, luminescent ions, magnetic nanoparticles, bioactive glasses, and thin-film technologies. Students’ theses under his guidance include studies on dielectric behavior, rare-earth ion luminescence, electrochromic films, antibacterial bioactive glasses, and magnetic nanoparticle tuning. He is an active reviewer for reputed journals from Elsevier, Wiley, and Springer, ensuring research quality and rigor. He holds memberships in the Materials Research Society of India, Luminescence Society of India, Indian Association of Physics Teachers, and is an Associate Fellow of the AP Academy of Sciences. His work bridges fundamental science with practical applications, advancing glass-ceramics, nonlinear optical materials, and functional oxide systems. Prof. Ravi Kumar continues to drive innovative research, interdisciplinary collaborations, and mentorship, leaving a lasting impact on materials science and the next generation of scientists.

Profile: Google Scholar

Featured Publications

Srikumar, T., Kityk, I. V., Rao, C. S., Gandhi, Y., Piasecki, M., Bragiel, P., & Kumar, V. R. (2011). Photostimulated optical effects and some related features of CuO mixed Li₂O–Nb₂O₅–ZrO₂–SiO₂ glass ceramics. Ceramics International, 37(7), 2763–2779.

Kumar, V. R., Veeraiah, N., Appa Rao, B., & Bhuddudu, S. (1998). Optical absorption and photoluminescence properties of Eu³⁺-doped ZnF₂–PbO–TeO₂ glasses. Journal of Materials Science, 33(10), 2659–2662.

Kalpana, T., Brik, M. G., Sudarsan, V., Naresh, P., Kumar, V. R., & Kityk, I. V. (2015). Influence of Al³⁺ ions on luminescence efficiency of Eu³⁺ ions in barium boro-phosphate glasses. Journal of Non-Crystalline Solids, 419, 75–81.

Satyanarayana, T., Kityk, I. V., Ozga, K., Piasecki, M., Bragiel, P., & Brik, M. G., et al. (2009). Role of titanium valence states in optical and electronic features of PbO–Sb₂O₃–B₂O₃: TiO₂ glass alloys. Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 482(1–2), 283–297.

Rao, K. S., Reddy, M. S., Kumar, V. R., & Veeraiah, N. (2008). Dielectric, magnetic and spectroscopic properties of Li₂O–WO₃–P₂O₅ glass system with Ag₂O as additive. Materials Chemistry and Physics, 111(2–3), 283–292.

Dr. Liyan Ni | Quantum Reaction Dynamics | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Liyan Ni | Quantum Reaction Dynamics | Young Scientist Award

Dr. Liyan Ni | Shandong Technology and Business University | China

Liyan Ni is a theoretical and computational chemist specializing in quantum dynamics, molecular simulations, and symplectic geometry algorithms. His research focuses on the quantum dynamics of chemical reactions, including isotope effects in OH/OD + CH3 systems and nucleophilic substitution reactions such as F– + CH3I → FCH3 + I–. He has made significant contributions to discrete symplectic dynamics, exploring non-unique Hamiltonians, velocity-position algorithm relations, and enhanced sampling methods for free energy calculations.

Ni is experienced in developing and implementing high-performance parallel algorithms for molecular dynamics and quantum/classical hybrid simulations. He has expertise in quantum chemistry software (Gaussian, ORCA) and molecular dynamics packages (GROMACS, AMBER), applying these tools to study charged interfacial systems, aqueous solutions, and reaction mechanisms.

His work integrates analytical theory with computational methods, aiming to improve the accuracy and efficiency of molecular simulations. He has contributed to several national-level projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China, focusing on time-dependent hybrid quantum/classical dynamics and statistical mechanics of interfacial water systems.

Ni’s research outputs include multiple publications in Molecular Physics and Journal of Chemical Physics, addressing topics such as symplectic integrators, conserved quantities in nonlinear systems, and reduced-dimensional quantum dynamics. He has presented his work internationally at conferences like ISTCP and ACS.

Profile: Orcid

Featured Publications

Ni, L., Qiao, X., & Wang, D. (2025). Reduced-dimensional quantum dynamic study of the F⁻ + CH₃I → FCH₃ + I⁻ system. Molecular Physics.

Ni, L., & Hu, Z. (2024). On the relation between the velocity- and position-Verlet integrators. The Journal of Chemical Physics.

Ni, L., Zhao, Y., & Hu, Z. (2024). Non-unique Hamiltonians for discrete symplectic dynamics. The Journal of Chemical Physics.

Ni, L., Xin, X., Wang, Y., & Wang, D. (2020). Quantum dynamics study of isotope effects of the OD/OH + CH₃ reactions. Molecular Physics, 

Outstanding Researcher in Atomic Physics Award

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Introduction: Welcome to the pinnacle of excellence in Atomic Physics! The 'Outstanding Researcher in Atomic Physics Award' celebrates exceptional contributions to the field, recognizing trailblazers who push the boundaries of knowledge and innovation.

About the Award: This prestigious award honors individuals showcasing outstanding research in Atomic Physics. Open to researchers globally, it stands as a testament to the relentless pursuit of excellence in unraveling the mysteries of the atomic world.

Eligibility:

  • Open to researchers worldwide
  • No age limits
  • Qualification: Ph.D. in Physics or related field
  • Exceptional publications in Atomic Physics

Requirements:

  • Demonstrated impact through publications
  • Noteworthy contributions to Atomic Physics
  • Innovative research approach

Evaluation Criteria:

  • Scientific rigor
  • Contribution to the field
  • Innovation and originality
  • Research impact

Submission Guidelines:

  • Submit a detailed biography
  • Include an abstract of your research
  • Attach supporting files showcasing contributions
  • Send submissions to [award email]

Recognition:

  • Featured in prestigious journals
  • Award ceremony at [event name]
  • Networking opportunities with industry leaders

Community Impact: Recognizing the awardee's impact on the scientific community, fostering collaboration, and inspiring the next generation of Atomic Physics researchers.