Xilian Xu | Nanotechnology and Materials Science | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Xilian Xu | Nanotechnology and Materials Science | Research Excellence Award

Lecturer | Zhejiang University of Science and Technology | China

Dr. Xilian Xu is an accomplished researcher with a strong scholarly impact, evidenced by 2,289 Scopus citations, 38 peer-reviewed publications, and an h-index of 25. His research portfolio centers on high-quality journal articles, conference contributions, and scholarly outputs that advance fundamental and applied science. Dr. Xilian Xu’s work demonstrates consistent contributions to innovative research themes, addressing complex scientific questions through rigorous experimental design and analytical methodologies. He has actively contributed to competitive research projects and funded programs, supporting translational and interdisciplinary research outcomes. His scholarly activities include research findings with measurable academic and societal impact, reflected in citation performance and journal visibility. Dr. Xilian Xu has also contributed to innovation-driven R&D activities, strengthening knowledge transfer and applied research potential. In addition, he has provided professional service as a peer reviewer and editorial contributor, supporting research quality and integrity within the scientific community. His research achievements and recognitions underscore sustained excellence and influence in his field.

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Peijia Bai | Nanotechnology and Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Peijia Bai | Nanotechnology and Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Research Fellow | Beihang University | China

Dr. Peijia Bai is an emerging materials scientist whose research significantly advances high-efficiency thermal management, electrothermal conversion, and radiative cooling technologies. His work centers on electrocaloric materials and devices, ultrafast-response phase-change materials (PCMs), thermal system design, and protective color radiative-cooling coatings. With a strong focus on bridging fundamental materials science with practical applications, he has contributed to establishing next-generation energy-efficient cooling strategies and improving heat-dissipation performance for electronic and aerospace systems. Dr. Peijia Bai has published more than 30 peer-reviewed journal articles across leading platforms including Advanced Materials, Nature Communications, Science, and Joule, with over 812 Scopus citations, 24 documents and an h-index of 14. His publications include more than 10 papers as first or corresponding author, highlighting his prominent role in driving independent innovations. He has also contributed to one research monograph and authored multiple high-impact conference papers that extend his work to global scientific communities. A major contribution of his research is the development of a standardized electrothermal-effect measurement protocol, which has been widely adopted by both academia and industry. This standardized method has been cited extensively in top-tier journals and is now considered an important benchmark for evaluating electrothermal device performance. His work has also yielded seven patented technologies covering thermal-functional materials and device architectures, demonstrating strong translational potential. Dr. Peijia Bai has led and contributed to multiple funded research projects related to thermal management materials, advanced cooling devices, and energy-conversion technologies. His innovations have earned him the prestigious SAMPE International Award and recognition within professional societies such as the Zhejiang Society for Materials Progress. He also serves on the young editorial boards of cScience and Renewable and Sustainable Energy, reflecting his growing influence in the field. Dr. Peijia Bai’s research continues to advance innovative thermal strategies, contributing impactful solutions for sustainable energy technologies, aerospace materials, and advanced electronic systems.

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Featured Publications

1. Bai, P., Yang, Q., & Yu, S. (2025). Electrocaloric refrigeration utilizing lead-free multilayer ceramics with high heat transfer efficiency. Applied Thermal Engineering. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2025.128927

2. Bai, P., Yang, Q., & Yu, S. (2025). Integration of efficient photothermal and flexible solid-solid PCM for personal thermoregulation in cold environments. iScience. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.isci.2025.114032

3. Wang, G., Bai, P., Yuan, S., Bo, Y., Zhang, D., & Ma, R. (2025). Flexible electrocaloric polymer stack driven by one AA battery for highly efficient personalized thermoregulation. Nano Letters, 25. https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.nanolett.5c03730

4. Wang, G., Bai, P., Yuan, S., Bo, Y., Zhou, Z., Zhang, D., & Ma, R. (2025). Highly efficient cooling via synergistic electro‐thermal phase changes. Advanced Materials. https://doi.org/10.1002/adma.202506006

5. Ma, W., Liu, X., Yang, T., Wang, J., Qiu, Z., Cai, Z., Bai, P., Ji, X., & Huang, Y. (2025). Strong magnetic–dielectric synergistic gradient metamaterials for boosting superior multispectral ultra‐broadband absorption with low‐frequency compatibility. Advanced Functional Materials. https://doi.org/10.1002/adfm.202314046

Sofia Teixeira | Nanotechnology and Materials Science | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Sofia Teixeira | Nanotechnology and Materials Science | Editorial Board Member

Senior Researcher | Tyndall National Institute | Ireland

Dr. Sofia Teixeira is a nanotechnology-focused researcher whose work bridges advanced materials science, biomedical engineering, and micro/nanofabrication. Her research background centers on the design and development of nanoscale sensing platforms capable of detecting disease-associated biomolecules with high sensitivity and selectivity. Trained in nanotechnology and electrochemical sensing, she has contributed to innovations in biomedical devices, electronic materials, and diagnostic interfaces, with a strong emphasis on translational applications that support early disease detection. Her research outputs include peer-reviewed journal publications, conference communications, and technology-driven studies exploring functional nanomaterials, biomarker recognition systems, and bio-electronic interfaces. With 89 citations, 4 research documents, and an h-index of 3, her contributions reflect an emerging yet impactful presence in the fields of nanosensors, biomaterials, and applied biotechnology. She has also advanced fabrication protocols using micro- and nanofabrication techniques, contributing to improved device performance, reproducibility, and real-world applicability. Dr. Sofia Teixeira has been involved in multidisciplinary R&D efforts linked to biomedical diagnostics, electrochemical sensor optimization, and nanostructured material design. Her work frequently integrates chemical engineering, electrochemistry, and medical biotechnology, positioning her research within critical domains such as point-of-care diagnostics, biosensing technologies, and health-related nanotechnology. She has participated in collaborative research initiatives and has contributed to the scientific community through reviewer service and research dissemination activities. Her innovations in nanoscale detection platforms and biomedical materials continue to support the advancement of next-generation diagnostic technologies and applied sensor research.

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Featured Publications

  • Azzopardi, E., Lloyd, C., Teixeira, S. R., Conlan, R. S., & Whitaker, I. S. (2016). Clinical applications of amylase: Novel perspectives. Surgery, 160(1), 26–37.

  • Teixeira, S., Burwell, G., Castaing, A., Gonzalez, D., Conlan, R. S., & Guy, O. J. (2014). Epitaxial graphene immunosensor for human chorionic gonadotropin. Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical, 190, 723–729.

  • Teixeira, S., & Sampaio, P. (2013). Food safety management system implementation and certification: Survey results. Total Quality Management & Business Excellence, 24(3–4), 275–293.

  • Teixeira, S., Conlan, R. S., Guy, O. J., & Sales, M. G. F. (2014). Label-free human chorionic gonadotropin detection at picogram levels using oriented antibodies bound to graphene screen-printed electrodes. Journal of Materials Chemistry B, 2(13), 1852–1865.

  • Berbel-Filho, W. M., Berry, N., Rodríguez-Barreto, D., Teixeira, S., … (2020). Environmental enrichment induces intergenerational behavioural and epigenetic effects on fish. Molecular Ecology.

 

Brahma Singh | Nanotechnology and Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Brahma Singh | Nanotechnology and Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Senior Principal Scientist | CSIR – National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI) | India

Dr. Brahma Singh is a highly cited researcher in herbal nanobiotechnology, phytochemistry, microbial metabolomics, and natural-product–based therapeutics. With Scopus 6,632+ citations, 514+ cumulative journal impact factor, h-index 41, and 88+ Scopus-indexed documents, his work significantly advances plant-derived bioactives, nanodelivery systems, and biomedical applications. His research focuses on the bio-prospection of phytochemicals, metabolomics of plants and microbes, and the development of nano-enabled herbal formulations to enhance bioavailability, anti-inflammatory potential, antimicrobial efficacy, and immunomodulatory responses. He has pioneered several innovations targeting quorum sensing, biofilm inhibition, microbial virulence, oxidative stress, cancer therapeutics, and nanobiomaterial engineering. Dr. Brahma Singh has authored numerous high-impact publications in leading journals such as Biotechnology Advances, Trends in Biotechnology, Advanced Functional Materials, ACS Applied Bio Materials, Food Chemistry, Scientific Reports, Cancer and Metastasis Reviews, and Journal of Ethnopharmacology. Many of his articles address critical biomedical challenges, including COVID-19 inflammatory pathways, diabetic wound healing, gut microbiota modulation, and lichen- or plant-derived anticancer compounds. His research findings have been widely recognized for introducing bio-inspired nanoparticles, novel glycobiotechnology approaches, and sustainable valorization of agricultural waste. He holds 13 patents spanning herbal formulations, antimicrobial gels, nanocompositions, bioavailable curcumin technologies, dental care products, wound-healing biomaterials, and nutraceutical innovations. Dr. Brahma Singh has also developed 16 herbal technologies, including anti-fungal gels, polyherbal toothpaste, antioxidant supplements, advanced sanitizers, nanocoatings, anti-acne gels, and herbal hydrogel therapies-15 of which have been successfully transferred to industry.As an active contributor to the scientific community, he has published one edited book, nine book chapters, and serves on editorial boards of reputed journals including Scientific Reports, PLoS ONE, Frontiers in Fungal Biology, and others. His research excellence has been recognized through major scientific awards and fellowships, cementing his leadership in natural product biotechnology, herbal nanomedicine, and translational phytopharmaceutical R&D.

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Featured Publications

1. Gupta, S. C., Prateeksha, P., Tripathi, T., Sidhu, O. P., & Singh, B. N. (2025). Assessment of volatile compounds variability among two Commiphora species using gas chromatography coupled with chemometric analysis and their biological activities. Journal of Essential Oil Research. (Accepted). https://doi.org/

2. Singh, B. N., Tabatabaei, M., Pandit, A., Elling, L., & Gupta, V. K. (2024). Emerging advances in glycoengineering of carbohydrates/glycans and their industrial applications. Biotechnology Advances, 72, 108324. https://doi.org/

3. Sharma, V. K., Prateeksha, P., Singh, S. P., Rao, C. V., & Singh, B. N. (2023). Nyctanthes arbor-tristis bioactive extract ameliorates LPS-induced inflammation through the inhibition of NF-κB signalling pathway. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 320, 117382. https://doi.org/

4. Gupta, A., Singh, G. D., Gautam, A., Tripathi, T., Taneja, A. K., Singh, B. N., Roy, R., Sidhu, O. P., Panda, S. K., & Bhatt, A. (2023). Unraveling compositional study, chemometric analysis, and cell-based antioxidant potential of selective high nutraceutical value amaranth cultivars using a GC–MS and NMR-based metabolomics approach. ACS Omega, 8(50). https://doi.org/

5. Jadaun, V., Prateeksha, P., Nailwal, T., & Singh, B. N. (2023). Antioxidant activity and simultaneous estimation of four polyphenolics in different parts of Carica papaya L. by a validated high-performance thin-layer chromatography method. JPC – Journal of Planar Chromatography – Modern TLC, 1–11. https://doi.org/

Vincelet Jobikha A | Materials Science | Young Scientist Award

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Ms. Vincelet Jobikha A | Materials Science | Young Scientist Award

Research Scholar, Saveetha Engineering College, India

Ms. Vincelet Jobikha A Arul Swamy is a promising early-career researcher currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Physics at Saveetha Engineering College, affiliated with Anna University, Chennai. Her research focuses on the synthesis and characterization of rare-earth-doped tellurite glasses and nanomaterials for advanced radiation shielding and energy applications. She has successfully developed a novel nanomaterial that enhances solar energy efficiency and designed an electrical circuit capable of converting 8 volts to 230 volts, demonstrating her innovative capabilities in applied physics. She completed her M.Sc. in Physics at Muslim Arts College, Kanniyakumari, and her B.Sc. in Physics at Infant Jesus College of Arts and Science for Women, graduating with First Class with Distinction in both degrees. Her foundational education, including SSLC and HSC, was completed at Amala Matriculation Higher Secondary School. Ms. Vincelet Jobikha A has actively engaged with the scientific community, participating in 15 international and national conferences and delivering both oral and poster presentations. She has attended three workshops and hands-on training programs across India and completed specialized courses at JNTU Hyderabad and Madurai Kamaraj University. Her technical expertise spans structural, optical, and gamma-ray shielding characterization, with proficiency in XRD, FTIR, UV-Vis-NIR, photoluminescence, and radiation shielding metrics such as MAC, LAC, Zeff, and HVL. Her research contributions include one Scopus-indexed publication with another under review, alongside four patents in advanced glass systems. She was honored with the SCOPUS INDEX 2025 International Best Researcher Award for excellence in “Glass Ceramics.” Beyond academics, she has demonstrated strong leadership and communication skills through active participation in co-curricular activities, essay competitions, and elocution events. With her early achievements, innovative research, and strong academic foundation, Ms. Vincelet Jobikha A exhibits significant potential for future contributions to materials science, radiation protection technologies, and global scientific collaboration. She maintains an author metric of 1 document, 1 citation and an h-index of 1, reflecting early but impactful contributions to materials science.

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Featured Publications

1. Vinothkumar, P., Yamini, B., Praveenkumar, S., & Jobikha, A. V. (2025). Synthesis, structural, and optical properties of lead-free Tm³⁺ ions doped zinc tellurite glass and Ho³⁺ ions doped zinc borophosphate glass for radiation shielding application. Radiation Physics and Chemistry, 234, 112795.

 

Carol López De Dicastillo | Materials Science | Best Industrial Research Award

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Dr. Carol López De Dicastillo | Materials Science | Best Industrial Research Award

Senior Scientist, Institute of Agrochemistry and Food Technology (IATA-CSIC), Spain

Dr. Carol López de Dicastillo is a distinguished researcher in food science and materials engineering, currently serving as Tenured Researcher at the Institute of Agrochemistry and Food Technology (IATA-CSIC) in Spain. She earned her PhD in Food Science and Technology from the Polytechnic University of Valencia in 2011, after completing her MSc in 2007 and BSc in Chemistry in 2005, both from Spanish institutions. Her professional experience includes roles as a “Ramón y Cajal” Researcher in Spain (2022–2024), Marie Curie Researcher at ONYRIQ, Spain (2021–2022), and Academic-Researcher at the University of Santiago de Chile (2013–2021), with additional predoctoral and postdoctoral stays at Rutgers University (USA), CSIRO (Australia) and research collaborations in France, the Netherlands and Brazil. Her research interests focus on sustainable and active food packaging, including biodegradable and recycled polymers, hydrophilic polymers, chemical functionalization, controlled release and polymer-based delivery systems. She possesses strong research skills in polymer synthesis, emulsification, chemical grafting, material characterization and industrial technology transfer. Dr. Carol López de Dicastillo has authored 85 publications with 3,540 citations and an h-index of 33, including high-impact Q1 journal articles, 8 book chapters, and holds 7 patents (6 as responsible inventor). She has supervised 3 PhD students (2 ongoing), 4 MSc and 17 BSc theses, and taught courses in Food Engineering, Food Technology and Chemical Engineering. Her awards and honors include the Marie Curie Fellowship and Ramón y Cajal Research Contract, reflecting her excellence in research and international collaboration. Dr. Carol López de Dicastillo has also contributed to community outreach and science dissemination through initiatives such as PRONANO, CONICYT and #mejorIata. In conclusion, her outstanding contributions to sustainable food packaging, mentorship, innovation and international research collaborations make her highly deserving of recognition, highlighting her potential to continue advancing materials science and industrial applications globally.

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Featured Publications

1. López de Dicastillo, C., Gómez-Estaca, J., López-Carballo, G., Gavara, R., & Hernández-Muñoz, P. (2023). Agro-industrial protein waste and co-products valorization for the development of bioplastics: Thermoprocessing and characterization of feather keratin/gliadin blends. Molecules, 28(7350).

2. Velásquez, E., Garrido, L., Valenzuela, X., Galotto, M. J., Guarda, A., & López de Dicastillo, C. (2023). Valorization of post-consumer recycled polypropylene through their reinforcement with amine and amine/silane organically modified clays for potential use in food packaging. Food Packaging and Shelf Life, 38, 101121.

3. Patiño Vidal, C., Luzi, F., Puglia, D., López-Carballo, G., Rojas, A., Galotto, M. J., & López de Dicastillo, C. (2023). Development of a sustainable and antibacterial food packaging material based on a biopolymeric multilayer system composed by polylactic acid, chitosan, cellulose nanocrystals, and ethyl lauroyl arginate. Food Packaging and Shelf Life, 36, 101050.

4. Rojas, A., Velásquez, E., Piña, C., Galotto, M. J., & López de Dicastillo, C. (2021). Designing active mats based on cellulose acetate/polycaprolactone core/shell structures with different release kinetics. Carbohydrate Polymers, 261, 117849.

5. Velásquez, E. J., Patiño-Vidal, C., Rojas, A., Guarda, A., Galotto, M. J., & López de Dicastillo, C. (2021). Natural antimicrobials and antioxidants added to polylactic acid packaging films. Part I: Polymers processing techniques. Comprehensive Reviews in Food Science and Food Safety, 20(5), 4378–4393.

 

Vincelet Jobikha A | Materials Science | Women Researcher Award

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Ms. Vincelet Jobikha A | Materials Science | Women Researcher Award

Research Scholar, Saveetha Engineering College, India

Ms. Vincelet Jobikha A is a dedicated and accomplished researcher in Materials Science, currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Physics at Saveetha Engineering College, affiliated with Anna University, focusing on nanomaterials for energy production and rare earth-doped tellurite glass and ceramics for radiation shielding applications. She completed her M.Sc. in Physics at Muslim Arts College, Kanniyakumari and B.Sc. in Physics at Infant Jesus College of Arts and Science for Women, graduating with first-class distinction in both degrees. Her professional experience includes active participation in 15 national and international conferences, workshops and specialized training programs, delivering oral and poster presentations, and engaging in collaborative research initiatives across India. Ms. Vincelet Jobikha A research interests encompass advanced glass and ceramic materials, nanomaterials for solar energy enhancement and radiation shielding technologies, with expertise in material synthesis, structural and optical characterization (XRD, FTIR, UV-Vis-NIR, PL) and gamma-ray shielding evaluations. She has demonstrated strong research skills through the development of novel nanomaterials that improve solar energy efficiency, designing electrical circuits and securing four patents related to glass systems for radiation protection. Her scholarly contributions include one Scopus-indexed publication with another under review, alongside numerous participations in specialized courses at JNTU Hyderabad and Madurai Kamaraj University. Ms. Vincelet Jobikha A has received the SCOPUS INDEX 2025 International Best Researcher Award for excellence in Glass Ceramics and actively engages in co-curricular activities that enhance leadership, communication and mentorship. Her combination of rigorous academic training, innovative research and professional recognition positions her as a rising leader in materials science, with strong potential for impactful international research contributions, high-quality publications and continued advancement of science and technology.

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Featured Publications

1. Vinothkumar, P., Yamini, B., Praveenkumar, S., & Jobikha, A. V. (2025). Synthesis, structural, and optical properties of lead-free Tm³⁺ ions doped zinc tellurite glass and Ho³⁺ ions doped zinc borophosphate glass for radiation shielding application. Radiation Physics and Chemistry, 234, 112795.