Prof. S Nithya Poornima | Tribology | Women Researcher Award

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Prof. S Nithya Poornima | Tribology | Women Researcher Award

Prof. S Nithya Poornima, BMS Institute of Technology & Management, India

S. Nithya Poornima is an accomplished Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at BMS Institute of Technology & Management (BMSIT&M). With over 14 years of experience, she specializes in tribology, bio-nano lubricants, and nanomaterials. She holds an M.Tech in Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) and a Ph.D. Her research contributions in nanotechnology, lubrication efficiency, and process optimization are widely recognized in Scopus-indexed journals. Passionate about mechanical innovations, she actively engages in academic research, mentoring, and professional development to advance sustainable engineering solutions. 🚀📚

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Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Dr. S. Nithya Poornima is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award, given her extensive contributions to mechanical engineering, tribology, and nanomaterials. With 14+ years of academic and research experience, she has made significant advancements in bio-nano lubricants, graphene-based lubrication, and process optimization, which are crucial for improving industrial efficiency and sustainability.

Education & Experience 🎓👩‍🏫

✅ M-Tech (CIM) & Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering
✅ Assistant Professor at BMSIT&M (Since 2011, 14+ years)
✅ Lecturer at BMSIT&M (2009-2011, 2 years)
✅ Researcher & Academic Mentor in tribology and nano-lubricants

Professional Development 📈🔬

With an unwavering commitment to mechanical engineering, Dr. Nithya Poornima has significantly contributed to tribological advancements, lubrication efficiency, and sustainable materials. She has authored numerous Scopus-indexed research papers, particularly in bio-nano lubricants and nano-graphene applications. Her work bridges innovative material applications with engineering systems optimization. She actively participates in international conferences, research collaborations, and technological innovations. Her mentorship in nanomaterials research has guided aspiring engineers toward sustainable engineering solutions. 🔍📖

Research Focus Areas 🔬⚙️

Dr. Nithya Poornima’s research is centered on tribology, nanomaterials, and lubrication technology. Her expertise includes:🔹 Bio-Nano Lubricants 🛢️ – Enhancing lubrication efficiency using nanoadditives
🔹 Graphene-Based Lubricants 🏎️ – Reducing friction & wear in mechanical syst

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🔹 Process Optimization in Welding 🔧 – TIG welding & advanced manufacturing
🔹 Wind Energy Systems 🌬️ – Experimental analysis & performance enhancement
🔹 Automation & AI in Mechanical Engineering 🤖 – Automated testing for food grain quality

Her research is published in Scopus-indexed journals, including Q2-ranked journals in high-energy physics & lubrication technology. 📜🏆

Awards & Honors 🏆🎖️

🏅 Best Research Paper Award – International Conference on Smart Sustainable Materials
🏅 Outstanding Contribution in Tribology Research – Recognized by Scopus-indexed journals
🏅 Academic Excellence Award – BMSIT&M for contributions to mechanical engineering research
🏅 Reviewer & Editorial Board Member – Springer and Scopus-indexed journals

Publication Top Notes:

Influence of the Bio-lubricant Along with Nano Compounds as Additives on the Properties of the Lubricant

Prof. Dr. Tomomi Shiratori | Micro-cutting | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Tomomi Shiratori | Micro-cutting | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Tomomi Shiratori, University of Toyama, Japan

Dr. Tomomi Shiratori is a Professor of Engineering at the University of Toyama, specializing in plastic processing, micro-cutting, and die technology. Born in Suwa, Nagano, Japan (1971) 🇯🇵, he graduated from Chiba Institute of Technology 🎓 and later earned a Ph.D. in Engineering from Tokyo Metropolitan University (2017) 🏛️. With decades of experience in precision machining, he has worked extensively in micro-hole punching, shear processing, and tool durability enhancement 🔧. As Chairperson of the Nano/Micro Processing Subcommittee (2025) ⚙️, he continues to lead advancements in manufacturing technology, optimizing machining processes for sustainability and durability.

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Suitability of Dr. Tomomi Shiratori for the Best Researcher Award 🏆

Dr. Tomomi Shiratori is a renowned expert in precision machining, plastic processing, and micro-cutting, with decades of contributions to advanced manufacturing and sustainable machining processes. His research in die technology, tool durability, and micro-fabrication techniques has led to significant industrial advancements. As a professor at the University of Toyama and Chairperson of the Nano/Micro Processing Subcommittee (2025), Dr. Shiratori has pioneered innovations in high-precision manufacturing, optimizing machining for efficiency and sustainability. His numerous awards, impactful research, and leadership make him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

Education & Experience 🎓👨‍🔬

  • 🎓 1994 – B.Eng. in Mechanical Engineering – Chiba Institute of Technology

  • 🏛️ 2017 – Ph.D. in Engineering – Tokyo Metropolitan University

  • ⚙️ 1994 – Joined Komatsuseiki Kosakusho Co., Ltd. – Specialized in micro-precision die assembly & press processing

  • 🏭 1998 – Production Technology Department – Advanced manufacturing processes

  • 🔍 2011 – R&D in Micro-Hole Punching – Focused on tool life improvement

  • 🛠️ 2013 – Research & Development Division

  • 🎓 2019 – Professor, Faculty of Engineering – University of Toyama

  • 🧑‍🏫 2025 – Chairperson, Nano/Micro Processing Subcommittee, Japan Society for Plasticity Processing

Professional Development  🚀

Dr. Shiratori has dedicated his career to advancing precision machining, micro-cutting, and die processing. His research focuses on plastic forming technologies such as shearing, extrusion, forging, and drawing 🛠️. As a professor at the University of Toyama, he actively contributes to developing sustainable manufacturing techniques, including direct recycling processes♻️. He has played a crucial role in optimizing cutting tools and micro-fabrication techniques for enhanced tool durability. As Chairperson of Japan’s Nano/Micro Processing Subcommittee (2025)⚙️, he leads innovations in high-precision machining, ensuring industry advancements in smart manufacturing and sustainable production 🌍.

Research Focus  🔬

Dr. Shiratori’s research spans plastic processing, micro-cutting, and die technology. His work involves shearing, extrusion, forging, and bending techniques, focusing on soft magnetic materials, aluminum alloys, and CFRP composites ⚙️🔬. He aims to optimize machining processes from micro to macro scales, ensuring high durability and precision. His recent work includes developing SDG-friendly aluminum extrusion processes ♻️, improving die materials using CoCrMo for better tool life, and studying fracture mechanics in shear processing. By refining machining conditions, he advances high-quality, sustainable, and efficient manufacturing techniques, benefiting industries from automotive to electronics 🚘💡.

Awards & Honors 🏆🎖️

  • 🏅 2016.06 – Japan Society for Plasticity Processing Technology Development Award
  • 🏆 2019.06 – Mold Technology Association Paper Award
  • 🎖️ 2021.11 – 37th Materials Industry Technology Award (Ministry of Economy, Trade & Industry – Manufacturing Industry Director’s Award)
  • 🥇 2022.06 – Japan Society for Plasticity Processing Technology Development Award

Publication Top Notes:

  • 🔩 Dry Cold Forging of High Strength AISI316 Wires by Massively Nitrogen Supersaturated CoCrMo Dies
  • 🔧 Galling-Free Dry Near-Net Forging of Titanium Using Massively Carbon-Supersaturated Tool Steel Dies
  • ⚙️ Dry, Cold Forging of Oxygen-Free Copper by Massively Nitrogen-Supersaturated CoCrMo Dies
  • 🛠️ In Situ Lubrication in Forging of Pure Titanium Using Carbon Supersaturated Die Materials
  • 🏭 Direct Recycling of AA6063 Chips by Hot Extrusion Applying Pseudo Porthole Die (Conference Paper)

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Ms. Priya Malik | Mesoporous | Women Researcher Award

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Ms. Priya Malik | Mesoporous | Women Researcher Award

Ms. Priya Malik | Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science and Technology | India

Priya Malik 🎓 is a dedicated research scholar specializing in nanocomposites for gas sensing applications at the University of Delhi and DCRUST, Murthal (2021–2024). Her work focuses on synthesizing and characterizing 2D and 3D mesoporous materials for advanced sensing technologies, including gas sensing, respiration monitoring, and gesture detection 🌐🔬. With expertise in hydrothermal and sol-gel methods, she has co-authored impactful research in high-ranking journals 📝. A passionate mentor and leader, Priya has guided M.Sc. dissertations and spearheaded projects in advanced sensors. Her achievements include patents and recognition for oral presentations in national and international conferences 🏅.

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Suitability

Priya Malik is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to her outstanding contributions to the field of nanocomposites and advanced sensing technologies.🌐🔬 Her innovative work bridges fundamental materials research and real-world applications, earning her recognition among peers and industry professionals.🌍💡

Education and Experience 

Education

  • 🎓 Ph.D. in Hybrid Nanocomposites (2021–2024): University of Delhi & DCRUST, Murthal
  • 📚 M.Sc. in Physics (2018–2020): CBLU, Bhiwani, Haryana
  • 🧪 B.Sc. in Physics (2015–2018): University of Delhi, Delhi

Experience

  • 🔬 Research Scholar (2021–2024): University of Delhi & DCRUST, Murthal
  • 👩‍🏫 Teaching Assistant: Department of Physics, DCRUST
  • 📖 Physics Tutor (2020–2021): Chegg
  • 🛠️ Group Leader: Advanced Sensors Laboratory (2022–Present)

Professional Development 

Priya Malik has honed exceptional skills in advanced material synthesis and characterization techniques such as hydrothermal and nanocasting methods 🌟🔬. Her expertise extends to device fabrication for photocatalysis and humidity sensors 🌫️⚙️. Priya is proficient in using advanced instrumentation, including XRD, FESEM, and UV-Vis Spectroscopy 📊. Additionally, she is adept at programming with Origin and Fortran 90 for data analysis 💻. A mentor to aspiring physicists, Priya has co-supervised M.Sc. dissertations and contributed to organizing academic conferences 🗂️. Her innovative patents and collaborative research projects demonstrate her commitment to advancing nanotechnology 🌍💡.

Research Focus 

Priya Malik’s research is centered on the investigation and optimization of hybrid nanocomposites for gas sensing applications 🔍🌫️. She specializes in developing 2D and 3D mesoporous materials with advanced synthesis techniques such as hydrothermal and sol-gel methods 🧪. Her innovations aim to enhance sensor performance by reducing working temperatures and response times while improving sensitivity 📈💡. Applications of her research include real-time breath monitoring, gesture detection, and drug delivery systems 💊🌬️. Priya’s work bridges nanotechnology and practical applications, addressing pressing challenges in health monitoring and environmental sensing 🌍🔬.

Awards and Honors 

  • 🏆 Best Oral Presenter: National Conference on Photonics and Material Science (2024)
  • 🏅 Best Oral Presenter: Advances in Nanomaterials and Technology (2024)
  • 🎖️ Participation Certificate: 3-D Model Making, National Science Day
  • 🔬 Patents Awarded: System for indoor humidity control (2023); Gas sensing development system (2024)

Publication Top Notes

  • “A high-performance humidity sensor based on 3D porous SnO₂-encapsulated MCM-48 for real-time breath monitoring and contactless gesture detection”   – 16 citation 🌬️📡
  • “A three-dimensional ZnO/TUD-1 nanocomposite-based multifunctional sensor for humidity detection and wastewater remediation” – 6 citation💧🌊
  • “One-step hydrothermal synthesis of Fe₂O₃/KIT-6 nanocomposite as highly responsive humidity sensor” – 4 citation 🌫️🔬
  • “Optical and structural properties of Nd₂O₃-SiO₂ nanocomposite as synthesized from sol-gel technique” – 4 citation 🧪🌟
  • “Smart Materials for Smart Manufacturing” – 3 citation 🤖🏭

Dr. Jose Miguel Martin-Martinez | Nanocomposites Awards | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Jose Miguel Martin-Martinez | Nanocomposites Awards | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Jose Miguel Martin-Martinez, University of Alicante, Spain

José Miguel Martín-Martínez,  is a distinguished chemist specializing in adhesion and adhesives. He graduated with high honors in Chemistry from the University of Granada, where he later earned a Ph.D. in Sciences and a second Ph.D. in Medicine. Dr. Martín-Martínez has an extensive academic career, including positions at the University of Alicante, where he founded the Adhesion and Adhesives Laboratory. He has advised numerous research projects and supervised 49 PhD theses. With a prolific output of 275 indexed papers, 56 books, and 34 patents, he is a recognized leader in his field. His contributions have been acknowledged through various awards, including the Robert L. Patrick Fellowship from the American Adhesion Society and several first prizes for his research at international conferences. He serves on the editorial boards of several prestigious journals, further underscoring his influence in adhesion science.

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Summary of Suitability for the Award

Dr. José Miguel Martín-Martínez is an outstanding candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award due to his exceptional academic qualifications, extensive research experience, and significant contributions to the field of adhesion and adhesive technologies. With a solid foundation in chemistry and dual PhDs in both Chemistry and Medicine, Dr. Martín-Martínez exhibits a profound depth of knowledge and expertise, having graduated as the top student from the University of Granada and received multiple honors for his doctoral research.

🎓Education:

José Miguel Martín-Martínez graduated in Chemistry from the University of Granada, Spain, on December 13, 1978, achieving a score of A as the 1st qualified student and receiving a high honor diploma. He then pursued a Ph.D. in Sciences at the same university, which he completed on October 17, 1981, also with a score of A, earning a high honor diploma for having the Best PhD doctoral thesis in 1981. Additionally, he obtained a Ph.D. in Medicine from the Catholic University of Valencia “San Vicente Mártir” on July 18, 2013, with a score of A, graduating cum laude.

🏢Work Experience:

José Miguel Martín-Martínez has held various academic and research positions throughout his career. He began as an Assistant Professor at the University of Granada from 1978 to 1981, after which he served as an Interim Associate Professor and then a Contractual Associate Professor at the University of Alicante from 1981 to 1984. He also worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Centre de Recherche de Microcalorimetrie et Thermochimie, CNRS, in Marseille, France, from 1983 to 1984. Dr. Martín-Martínez became an Associate Professor at the University of Alicante from 1984 to 1993 and later transitioned to a Full Professor position, where he has served since 1993. He was a Contracted Researcher at the University of Alicante during 1986-1987 and completed a Postdoctoral Research stint in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Penn State University in 1990. Additionally, he was an Invited Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Virginia Tech, USA, from 1999 to 2004. Dr. Martín-Martínez also held administrative roles as the Director of the Secretariat of Internal Affairs at the University of Alicante from 2005 to 2006 and served as the Director of the New Campus Elda–Petrer. He has contributed his expertise as a National Expert in the G3 Unit at the European Commission’s Directorate for Research in Brussels.

🏅Awards:

José Miguel Martín-Martínez has received numerous prestigious awards throughout his career, recognizing his significant contributions to the field of adhesion and adhesives. He was awarded the First Prize of the Adhesives Session at EUROCOAT’98 in Barcelona in 1998 and the Special Prize ASEFAPI at EUROCOAT 2002. In 2003, he received recognition from CYTED’s General Assembly for his role as the International Coordinator of Network VIII.D. His dedication to the American Chemical Society was acknowledged with the ACS Silver Key Tag for ten years of service in September 2004. Dr. Martín-Martínez also earned the Prize for Best Poster at ACE-X 2008 in Barcelona and the First Prize SIKA for Best Oral Communication at the IX Spanish Congress on Adhesives in 2008. He was honored with the Robert L. Patrick Fellowship by the American Adhesion Society in 2013, along with the Prize for Best Poster at the 12th FELASA SECAL Congress in Barcelona the same year. Additionally, he received the Award for IMPORTANT PERSON from the newspaper Información in Alicante in January 2014, a Diploma from the Society of Orthopedic and Traumatology of Oltenia, Romania, in October 2014, and the First Prize IMPULSO for Novel Research Ideas in June 2016. He was recognized for his innovative contributions with the Prize for Novel Enterprise Ideas from FUNDEUN in June 2017, and he received both the Anniversary Award SBR-16 and the SBR Excellence Award for his scientific contributions to biomaterials, tissue engineering, and medical devices in September 2018.

🔬Research Focus:

Dr. José Miguel Martín-Martínez’s research expertise spans a diverse range of areas within the field of adhesion science. His work focuses on adhesion and rubber adhesives, exploring surface treatment and rubber bonding techniques. He has significant experience with polyurethane adhesives, sealants, and coatings, as well as in the development of nanocomposites and inorganic-organic hybrid materials. Dr. Martín-Martínez specializes in the synthesis, formulation, and characterization of hot melts, reactive, and liquid adhesives. His research also includes bioadhesives and natural adhesives, emphasizing the interfaces between polymers and adhesives, as well as filler-polymer interactions. Additionally, he investigates thermoset coatings, smart materials, self-healing materials, and biomaterials, along with natural-based composites, such as cork, further contributing to the advancement of adhesive technologies.

Publication Top Notes:

  • Title: Understanding the Interactions between Soft Segments in Polyurethanes: Structural Synergies in Blends of Polyester and Polycarbonate Diol Polyols
    • Citations: 2
  • Title: Innovative Device and Procedure for In Situ Quantification of the Self-Healing Ability and Kinetics of Self-Healing of Polymeric Materials
    • Citations: 4
  • Title: Structural and adhesion properties of waterborne polyurethane adhesives containing nanosilica dispersion obtained with different physical mixing procedures
    • Citations: 2
  • Title: Surface treatment of styrene-butadiene rubber with carboxylic acids
    • Citations: 1