Yogapriya Selvaraj | Supercapacitor Application | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Yogapriya Selvaraj | Supercapacitor Application | Best Researcher Award

Vinayaka Missions University | India

Dr. Yogapriya Selvaraj has contributed extensively to the field of energy storage, supercapacitors, and nanomaterials, focusing on optimizing electrochemical performance and exploring advanced hybrid and composite materials. Her notable works include Optimizing symmetric supercapacitor performance through rational design of Zr/Cu/Fe Oxide-Modified Poly(vinyl alcohol) hybrid nanofibers, which highlights the design of multifunctional hybrid nanofibers for improved supercapacitor efficiency. She has explored two-dimensional materials in energy applications, as reflected in MXenes and Their Composites for Energy Storage: Current Status and Future Perspectives. In addition, her studies on transition metal composites are represented in Electrochemical Efficacy of a NixSy/WS2 Composite as an Efficient Electrode Material for a High Performance Hybrid Supercapacitor and Aqueous Zn-Ni Battery, where novel electrode materials enhance energy density and stability. Her work on polymer-modified photocatalysts and supercapacitors includes Optimizing photocatalytic and supercapacitive performance by β-Bi2O3@BiFeO3 modification with PVDF polymer based nanocomposites. She has also applied computational methods to electrochemical systems, as shown in Machine Learning-Based Prediction of Cyclic Voltammetry Behavior of Substitution of Zinc and Cobalt in BiFeO3/Bi25FeO40 for Supercapacitor Applications. Her research extends to hybrid electrodes combining metal oxides and carbon materials, exemplified in Influence of ZnO/MWCNTs based hybrid electrodes for boosting the performance of photovoltaic and supercapacitor devices, while the impact of zinc incorporation in perovskite-structured materials is discussed in Invasion of Zinc in BiFeO3/Bi25FeO40 Perovskite-Structured Material as an Efficient Electrode for Symmetric Supercapacitor. She has also focused on cobalt-doped materials for long-life devices, as reported in Enhanced Cyclic Stability of Cobalt Doped Bi25FeO40/BiFeO3 as an Electrode Material for a Super Long Life Symmetric Supercapacitor Device. Her contributions to functional nanocomposites for energy storage are illustrated in One-pot synthesis of TEA functionalized and NiSe embedded rGO nanocomposites for supercapacitor application and in Low-temperature-synthesized Mn-doped Bi2Fe4O9 as an efficient electrode material for supercapacitor applications. Beyond energy materials, she has investigated natural products for bioactive applications, including Isolation of Methyl Gallate from Mango Twigs and its Anti-biofilm Activity. Her latest work focuses on asymmetric energy storage systems in Development of Boron-Doped Nickel Zinc Oxide Electrodes for Efficient Energy Storage in Asymmetric Supercapacitors. Across these studies, Yogapriya Selvaraj demonstrates a consistent commitment to advancing electrochemical energy storage, integrating materials chemistry, polymer composites, transition metal oxides, perovskite structures, and computational modeling to address critical challenges in sustainable energy technologies.

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Featured Publications

  • Nallusamy, S., Selvaraj, Y., Ravi, L., Karthikeyan, K., Pandiaraj, S., Alodhayb, A. N., Alzahrani, K. E., Eswaramoorthy, N., Annamalai, S., & Asaithambi, S. (2024). Optimizing symmetric supercapacitor performance through rational design of Zr/Cu/Fe Oxide-Modified Poly(vinyl alcohol) hybrid nanofibers. Materials Science and Engineering: B.

  • Eswaramoorthy, N., Nallusamy, S., Selvaraj, Y., Shyma, A. P., Mandal, M., & Elangovan, V. (2024). MXenes and their composites for energy storage: Current status and future perspectives. ACS Symposium Series.

  • Franklin, M. C., Selvaraj, Y., Sunil, L., Manickam, S., Elayappan, V., Lee, H., Kuzhandaivel, H. (2024). Electrochemical efficacy of a NixSy/WS2 composite as an efficient electrode material for a high performance hybrid supercapacitor and aqueous Zn-Ni battery. Energy & Fuels.

  • Senthilkumar, N., Selvaraj, Y., Eswaramoorthy, N., Pandiaraj, S., Alibrahim, K. A., & Alodhayb, A. N. (2024). Optimizing photocatalytic and supercapacitive performance by β-Bi2O3@BiFeO3 modification with PVDF polymer based nanocomposites. Colloids and Surfaces A: Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects.

  • Ravichandran, A., Raman, V., Selvaraj, Y., Mohanraj, P., & Kuzhandaivel, H. (2024). Machine learning-based prediction of cyclic voltammetry behavior of substitution of zinc and cobalt in BiFeO3/Bi25FeO40 for supercapacitor applications. ACS Omega.

Abebe Mola Bogale | Energy Storage | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Abebe Mola Bogale | Energy Storage | Best Researcher Award

Ministry of Innovation and Technology | Ethiopia

Dr. Abebe Mola Bogale is a researcher, educator, and policy strategist with strong expertise in nanostructured renewable energy materials, energy storage, and innovation management. He holds a B.Sc. in Manufacturing Technology from Menschen für Menschen Agro Technical and Technology in Ethiopia, an M.Sc. in Mechanical System Design from Shibaura Institute of Technology in Japan, a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering specializing in Nanomaterials from Pusan National University in South Korea, and a Postdoctoral Fellowship from the Institute for Carbon Neutrality, Zhejiang Wanli University in China. Currently, he serves as Executive of Policy and Strategic Research Analyses at Ethiopia’s Ministry of Innovation and Technology. Previously, he worked as a full-time teacher and researcher in China, a Graduate Teaching Assistant in South Korea, and a Technology Transfer Expert in Ethiopia. His research spans supercapacitors, batteries, electrochemistry, MOFs, catalysts, ergonomics, workplace safety, and sustainable development. He has published extensively in leading journals, including the Journal of Energy Storage and Journal of Physics and Chemistry of Solids, with widely cited contributions in energy storage materials. With more than 10 years of experience, Dr. Bogale combines academic excellence with leadership, teamwork, and policy expertise, advancing both scientific innovation and sustainable technological development.

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Featured Publications

  • Kim, H. J., Naresh, B., Cho, I. H., Bak, J. S., Hira, S. A., Reddy, P. S., Krishna, T. N. V., Kumar, K. D., Bogale, A. M., & Kumar, Y. A. (2021). An advanced nano-sticks & flake-type architecture of manganese-cobalt oxide as an effective electrode material for supercapacitor applications.

  • Mola, B. A., Mani, G., Sambasivam, S., Pallavolu, M. R., Ghfar, A. A., & Noh, Y. (2021). Crafting nanoflower-built MnCo₂S₄ anchored to Ni foam as a prominent energy conversion and energy storage electrode for high-performance supercapacitor applications.

  • Mola, B. A., Pallavolu, M. R., Al-Asbahi, B. A., Noh, Y., Jilcha, S. K., & Kumar, Y. A. (2022). Design and construction of hierarchical MnFe₂Ce₄@MnNiCe₄ nanosheets on Ni foam as an advanced electrode for battery-type supercapacitor applications.

  • Mola, B. A., Mani, G., Pallavolu, M. R., Reddy, N. R., Alsaiari, N. S., Alzahrani, F. M., & Noh, Y. (2021). Ni foam conductive substrate supported interwoven ZnCo₂S₄ nanowires with highly enhanced performances for supercapacitors.

  • Abebe, B., & Hasegawa, H. (2018). Application of Ethiopian garment industry: Improvement of workplace productivity through ergonomics management system.

  • Bogale, A. M., Ramachandran, T., Suk, M. E., Badassa, B. B., Solomon, M. M., He, J., & Noh, Y. (2025). Boosted charge storage in symmetric supercapacitors using Zn-Co/MgCo₂O₄ hybrid nanosheets.

  • Bogale, A. M., Ramachandran, T., Tufa, L. T., Badassa, B. B., Suk, M. E., Pitcheri, R., & Noh, Y. (2025). Structurally engineered MoS₂@CuCo₂O₄ with palm-leaf morphology for button-type supercapacitor applications.

  • Bogale, A. M., Tufa, L. T., Suk, M. E., Rosaiah, P., Lee, J., Jilcha, K., Tiky, A. Y., & Noh, Y. (2025). Synergistic effects in MoS₂@CuCo₂O₄ nanocomposites: Enhancing electrochemical performance for supercapacitor applications.

Prof. Dr. Manuel Graça | Power Cells Awards | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Manuel Graça | Power Cells Awards | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Manuel Graça, Aveiro University, Portugal

Manuel Pedro Fernandes Graça (MPFG) is an Associate Professor with habilitation in the Physics Department at the University of Aveiro (UAveiro), specializing in solid-state physics, with a focus on materials’ electrical and magnetic properties, as well as micro- and nanomaterials processing. He earned his Ph.D. in Physics through a joint program between UAveiro and the Federal University of Ceará (UFC) in Brazil. His prolific career includes authoring over 300 peer-reviewed journal articles, co-authoring books, and coordinating numerous research projects, both national and international. He leads the PAMD-Physics of Advanced Materials group at i3N, UAveiro, and has a strong background in industrial and academic collaboration. His research contributions have garnered more than 5000 citations, with an h-index of 39.

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Suitability for Best Researcher Awards: Manuel Pedro Fernandes Graça

Summary of Suitability:

Manuel Pedro Fernandes Graça (MPFG) is an exceptional candidate for Best Researcher Awards due to his comprehensive academic and research achievements. His background in Physics Engineering and Materials Science, coupled with his Ph.D. research, positions him as a leader in solid-state physics and materials science. His specialization in the electrical and magnetic properties of micro and nanomaterials, along with his pivotal role as the coordinator of the Physics of Advanced Materials group (PAMD) at i3N, further illustrates his significant contributions to nanotechnology and material sciences.

🎓Education:

Manuel Pedro Fernandes Graça earned his Ph.D. in Physics through a joint doctoral program between the University of Aveiro (UAveiro) in Portugal and the Federal University of Ceará (UFC) in Brazil. This collaborative program allowed him to engage in advanced research across both institutions, focusing on solid-state physics and the study of materials’ electrical and magnetic properties. His dual experience in these prestigious universities contributed to his expertise in micro- and nanomaterials processing, laying the foundation for his future academic and research achievements.

🏢Work Experience:

Manuel Pedro Fernandes Graça is an Associate Professor with Habilitation in the Physics Department at the University of Aveiro (UAveiro), Portugal. He specializes in solid-state physics, particularly in the electrical and magnetic properties of materials, as well as the processing of micro- and nanomaterials. As the leader of the PAMD (Physics of Advanced Materials) group at i3N, UAveiro, he has made significant contributions to the field. He has published over 300 peer-reviewed journal articles and co-authored multiple books. Throughout his career, he has coordinated numerous national and international research projects, fostering strong collaborations with both industrial and academic partners

🏅Awards and Recognitions:

Manuel Pedro Fernandes Graça’s research has garnered over 5000 citations, demonstrating the widespread recognition and impact of his work in the field of solid-state physics. His contributions are further reflected in his h-index of 39, highlighting the significant influence and lasting relevance of his research on the scientific community.

Publication Top Notes:

  • Niobium oxides and niobates physical properties: Review and prospects
    • Cited by: 561
  • Nanodiamond-Fe3O4 nanofluids: preparation and measurement of viscosity, electrical and thermal conductivities
    • Cited by: 199
  • Impedance and modulus studies of magnetic ceramic oxide Ba2Co2Fe12O22 (Co2Y) doped with Bi2O3
    • Cited by: 187
  • Nb2O5 nanosize powders prepared by sol–gel—Structure, morphology and dielectric properties
    • Cited by: 140
  • Structural, electrical and ethanol sensing properties of double-doping LaFeO3 perovskite oxides
    • Cited by: 101