Ms. Sebnem Sozcu | Material Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Sebnem Sozcu | Material Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Sebnem Sozcu, Technical University of Liberec, Czech Republic

Sebnem SΓΆzcΓΌ, M.Sc. πŸŽ“ is a dynamic professional with a strong foundation in textile engineering and trade compliance. she is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Material Engineering at the Technical University of Liberec πŸ‡¨πŸ‡Ώ, focusing on cellulose aerogels in textile composites. With hands-on experience in import-export, compliance, and R&D, she has contributed to global companies like Honeywell and local innovators in Gaziantep. Fluent in Turkish, English, and Czech πŸ—£οΈ, Sebnem combines academic depth with practical insight, excelling in international trade and materials science. She thrives in multicultural environments and values innovation, communication, and learning 🌍✨.

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πŸ… Suitability Summary for Best Researcher Award

Sebnem SΓΆzcΓΌ exemplifies the synergy between scientific research and industrial innovation. With an academic foundation in textile and materials engineering, she is advancing cutting-edge research on sustainable materials while actively contributing to global trade compliance and innovation ecosystems. Her cross-border experience, spanning Turkey, the Czech Republic, and the EU, enhances the real-world relevance of her research. Her dedication to sustainability, technical excellence, and material functionality makes her an ideal candidate for recognition as a best researcher in the fields of materials science, textiles, and sustainability.

πŸ“˜ Education & ExperienceΒ 

πŸŽ“ Education

  • πŸŽ“ Ph.D. in Material Engineering – Technical University of Liberec, Czech Republic (2020–2025)

  • πŸŽ“ M.Sc. in Textile Science and Engineering – Gaziantep University, Turkey (2016–2019)

  • πŸŽ“ B.Sc. in Textile Engineering – Gaziantep University, Turkey (2010–2015)

πŸ’Ό Experience

  • 🏒 Import Trade Compliance Analyst – Honeywell Intl SRO, Prague (2023–Present)

  • πŸ“¦ Import/Export Analyst (Short-Term) – Honeywell Spol SRO, Prague (2022–2023)

  • πŸš› Import & Export Supervisor – ASELPLAST Ambalaj, Gaziantep (2020–2021)

  • πŸ§ͺ Innovation & Process Specialist – SANAT HALI & KARTAL Carpet, Gaziantep (2018–2019)

  • πŸ“„ Customer Representative – SELΓ‡UK Δ°PLΔ°K & KARA Holding, Gaziantep (2016–2017)

🌱 Professional Development 

Sebnem SΓΆzcΓΌ is dedicated to continuous growth through a blend of academic and industry experiences πŸ“šπŸ­. She has built expertise in trade compliance πŸš›, SAP and ERP systems πŸ’», and textile engineering innovations 🧡. As a Ph.D. candidate, she engages in high-level materials research while contributing to global businesses through analytical and compliance-driven roles 🧠🌍. Her adaptability and multilingual proficiency πŸ—£οΈ allow her to operate seamlessly in international environments. With hands-on experience from TÜBΔ°TAK-backed research projects to EU customs compliance, she demonstrates a strong commitment to sustainability, innovation, and cross-cultural collaboration β™»οΈπŸ€.

πŸ”¬ Research FocusΒ 

Sebnem’s research centers on sustainable textile materials, particularly the development of cellulose aerogels used in composite structures ♻️πŸ§ͺ. Her Ph.D. work explores how these eco-friendly materials can revolutionize technical textiles through enhanced thermal and acoustic insulation πŸ”ŠπŸŒ‘οΈ. With prior research into recycled polypropylene yarns and house wrap designs, she brings a holistic approach to environmental responsibility in textile engineering 🧡🌍. Her aim is to integrate material innovation with real-world applicabilityβ€”reducing waste while improving textile functionality. This aligns with global trends in green materials and smart composites πŸ’‘πŸ“˜, placing her work at the intersection of science and sustainability.

πŸ† Awards and HonorsΒ 

  • πŸŽ–οΈ Selected participant in TÜBΔ°TAK 1501 Industrial R&D Support Program

  • πŸ… Recognized for contributions to EU and UK import compliance at Honeywell

  • 🧡 Acknowledged for innovation in recycled polypropylene yarns during MSc research

  • πŸ“œ Honors graduate in Textile Engineering at Gaziantep University

Publication Top Notes:

Effect of Drying Methods on the Thermal and Mechanical Behavior of Bacterial Cellulose Aerogel

 

Prof. Dr. Javad Foroughi | Smart materials | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Javad Foroughi | Smart materials | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Javad Foroughi , University of New South Wales, Australia

Dr. Javad Foroughi 🧠 is a globally recognized expert in smart materials, serving as a Visiting Professor at the University of Essen πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ and a Senior Research Fellow at UNSW πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί. He is a DECRA Fellow πŸŽ“ of the Australian Research Council and renowned for pioneering torsional carbon nanotube artificial muscles 🧡, featured in Science (2011). With a PhD in Material Engineering from the University of Wollongong πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί, Dr. Foroughi’s innovative work spans artificial muscles, wearable tech πŸ‘•, and soft robotics πŸ€–. He has led multidisciplinary collaborations in biomedical innovation πŸ₯ and secured over $7M in competitive research grants πŸ’°.

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βœ… Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Dr. Javad Foroughi is a world-class researcher at the forefront of smart materials, wearable technologies, and biomedical devices. With a research career spanning over two decades and institutions in Australia, Germany, the U.S., South Korea, and Iran, he has made outstanding contributions to polymer science, soft robotics, and artificial muscles. As a senior research fellow and leader at UNSW and IHMRI, his work has translated advanced material innovations into clinical and industrial applications. His achievements, including high-impact publications, multiple prestigious awards, and successful supervision of PhD candidates, make him a leading authority in his field and an ideal recipient for a Best Researcher Award.

πŸ”Ή Education & Experience

πŸ“˜ Education:

  • πŸŽ“ PhD in Material Engineering, University of Wollongong (2006–2009)

  • πŸŽ“ BSc & MSc in Polymer Materials Science, Isfahan University of Technology, Iran (1991–1997)

πŸ’Ό Employment/Experience:

  • πŸ‘¨β€πŸ« Visiting Professor, University of Essen, Germany (2020–Present)

  • πŸ§ͺ Senior Research Fellow, UNSW (2021–Present)

  • πŸ₯ Lead, Diagnostics & Therapeutics Program, IHMRI

  • 🧡 Senior Research Fellow, Intelligent Polymer Research Institute, UOW (2016–2020)

  • πŸ”¬ ARC DECRA Fellow, ARC Centre of Excellence for Electromaterials Science (2013–2016)

  • 🌏 Visiting Fellow, Hanyang University (South Korea), University of Texas at Dallas (USA)

  • πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ Postdoctoral Fellow and Research Associate, UOW (2009–2011)

πŸ”Ή Professional Development

Dr. Foroughi’s professional journey reflects a deep commitment to innovation and interdisciplinary research 🌐. His collaborative leadership spans top institutions across Germany, Australia, South Korea, and the U.S. 🀝. He has supervised 15 PhD candidates πŸŽ“ and mentored researchers in cutting-edge projects involving artificial muscles, biomedical devices 🦾, and smart textiles πŸ‘š. Through roles at UNSW, UOW, and IHMRI, he has played a central role in translating lab-scale innovations into real-world applications πŸ’‘. His research leadership has contributed to health monitoring systems, drug delivery devices πŸ’Š, and soft robotics, earning him a reputation as a pioneer in smart materials πŸš€.

πŸ”Ή Research FocusΒ 

Dr. Foroughi’s research focuses on smart materials with applications in soft robotics πŸ€–, artificial muscles 🧡, and wearable technology πŸ‘•. He explores advanced functional materials like carbon nanotubes and hydrogels to engineer responsive systems for biomedical devices πŸ₯, drug delivery πŸ’Š, and ventricular assist devices ❀️. His interdisciplinary work integrates polymer science πŸ§ͺ, nanotechnology πŸ”¬, and mechatronic engineering βš™οΈ, fostering innovation in next-gen electronics and healthcare. His collaborative efforts across academia and industry have produced high-impact publications πŸ“š and breakthrough technologies that are redefining possibilities in health monitoring and smart textile applications πŸ“ˆ.

πŸ”Ή Awards & HonorsΒ 

πŸ† Major Awards & Recognitions:

  • πŸ₯‡ ARC DECRA Fellowship (2013–2016)

  • 🧠 Emerging Research Fellow, IHMRI

  • πŸ“˜ Top Cited Paper, Advanced Materials Technologies (2020–2021)

  • ✍️ Editor’s Choice Article, MDPI Fibers (2019)

  • 🌟 Best of Advanced Materials Technologies (2020)

  • 🧡 IEEE Award for β€œSmart Fabrics and Networked Clothing” (2017)

  • 🧬 Asia Nanotech Camp Fellowship (2009, Taiwan)

  • πŸ₯‡ Winner, UOW Pitch Competition – Nerve Reconstruction (2014)

  • πŸ₯‡ Gold Award, R&D 100 – Artificial Muscles from Fishing Line (2015)

  • πŸ… Commercialisation Training Scheme Scholar, UOW

  • πŸŽ“ Australian Research Scholarship for Advanced Materials (2008)

  • πŸ₯ˆ Finalist, Trailblazer Award, UOW (2008)

  • πŸ₯‡ First Rank, BSc in Polymers Department, Isfahan University

Publication Top Notes:

  • Title: Advanced Energy Harvesters and Energy Storage for Powering Wearable and Implantable Medical Devices
    Citations: 21

  • Title: Highly stretchable nanocomposite piezofibers: a step forward into practical applications in biomedical devices
    Citations: 3

  • Title: Contactless vital sign monitoring systems: a comprehensive survey of remote health sensing for heart rate and respiration in internet of things and sleep applications
    Citations: 1

  • Title: Manufacturing Ulvan Biopolymer for Wound Dressings
    Citations: 3

  • Title: Ab initio calculations of structural, electronic, optical, and magnetic properties of delafossite SMoOβ‚‚ (S = Na, K, Rb, Cs) for spintronics
    Citations: 1

Prof. Haocheng Quan | Materials | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Haocheng Quan | Materials |Best Researcher Award

Prof. Haocheng Quan, Nanjing University, China

Dr. Haocheng Quan πŸŽ“πŸ”¬, an Associate Professor at Nanjing University πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³, is a leading researcher in bioinspired materials and advanced manufacturing technologies. With over a decade of academic and research experience, his work bridges biology and engineering, focusing on sustainable solutions 🌱 and innovative biomedical applications πŸ₯. He earned his Ph.D. in Materials Science from the University of California, San Diego πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ, and advanced bioinspired designs during his postdoctoral research at INM – Leibniz Institute in Germany πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ. Dr. Quan’s groundbreaking contributions to bioinspired structural materials and mechanics have been featured in prestigious journals like Nature Reviews Materials πŸ†.

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Suitability Summary for Best Researcher Award: Dr. Haocheng Quan

Dr. Haocheng Quan is a standout candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his exceptional contributions to bioinspired materials and advanced manufacturing technologies. His work is a perfect blend of scientific innovation and practical application, addressing critical challenges in sustainability, biomedical engineering, and wearable technologies. With his advanced academic background and cutting-edge research, Dr. Quan has established himself as a global thought leader in bioinspired materials science.

Education and ExperienceΒ 

Education:

  • πŸŽ“ Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering, UC San Diego (2019)
  • πŸŽ“ M.S. in Materials Science and Engineering, UC San Diego (2015)
  • πŸŽ“ B.E. in Materials Science and Engineering, Donghua University, China (2013)

Experience:

  • πŸ§‘β€πŸ« Associate Professor, Nanjing University, China (Dec 2023 – Present)
  • πŸ§ͺ Postdoctoral Researcher, INM – Leibniz Institute, Germany (Feb 2020 – Jul 2023)

Professional DevelopmentΒ 

Dr. Quan’s professional journey reflects his dedication to bioinspired innovation 🌟. At Nanjing University, he mentors students and leads pioneering research in bioinspired structural and functional materials πŸ¦ŽπŸ“. During his postdoctoral tenure at INM – Leibniz Institute, he focused on gecko-inspired adhesion technologies 🦎🧲, kirigami-inspired microstructures βœ‚οΈ, and bioinspired stinger designs 🐝. His work combines biomechanics and materials science to create sustainable solutions 🌿 for biomedical applications 🩺 and wearable technologies ⌚. With a collaborative spirit 🀝, he continues to expand the horizons of engineering inspired by nature’s remarkable strategies 🌍.

Research FocusΒ 

Dr. Quan’s research explores the fascinating intersection of biology and engineering πŸ”¬πŸ¦ . He specializes in the mechanics of biological materials πŸ’ͺπŸͺ΅, bioinspired adhesion systems 🦎🧲, and actuation technologies for sustainable applications 🌿. His innovative studies include gecko-inspired dry adhesives 🦎, bioinspired microneedles πŸ’‰, and kirigami-based designs βœ‚οΈ. Dr. Quan is particularly interested in wearable electronics for health monitoring 🩺⌚, optical properties of biological materials 🌈, and active defense mechanisms in natural systems πŸŸπŸ›‘οΈ. His work demonstrates a commitment to developing multifunctional, sustainable solutions for medical, technological, and structural challenges πŸš€.

Awards and HonorsΒ 

  • πŸ† Featured Researcher in Nature Reviews Materials and Advanced Functional Materials.
  • πŸ₯‡ Co-author of over 20 high-impact publications πŸ“š.
  • 🌟 First/Co-corresponding Author in multiple leading journals πŸ”¬.
  • πŸŽ–οΈ Recognized Speaker at international conferences like TMS Annual Meeting 🌐.
  • 🧠 Awarded Postdoctoral Fellowship for groundbreaking work at INM – Leibniz Institute πŸ….

Publication Top Notes:

πŸ“œ “The shape of Nature’s stingers revealed” by H. Quan, X. Liang, X. Zhang, R.M. McMeeking, and E. Arzt, published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America (2024), cited by 5. πŸ”¬πŸ“–

 

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dawei Jiang | Material sciences | Outstanding Scientist Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dawei Jiang | Material sciences | Outstanding Scientist Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dawei Jiang, Northeast Forestry University, China

Dawei Jiang, Associate Professor and Secretary of Chemistry at the College of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, and Resource Utilization, Northeast Forestry University, specializes in innovative material sciences. His research focuses on flame-retardant polymers, functional materials, wearable sensors, and high-performance composites. With extensive academic and professional experience across China, the USA, and New Zealand, he has authored influential publications in advanced material technologies. Passionate about sustainability and technological advancements, Dawei Jiang collaborates globally to drive innovation in flexible electronics and nanotechnology. βœ¨πŸŽ“πŸŒ

Professional Profile:

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Summary of Suitability

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dawei Jiang exemplifies the qualities of an outstanding scientist through his impactful research, global collaborations, and dedication to advancing sustainable and functional materials. His ability to merge molecular design with cutting-edge applications makes him a trailblazer in material sciences and a strong contender for the Outstanding Scientist Award. His achievements not only showcase exceptional academic excellence but also underline his contribution to addressing critical societal and technological challenges. 🌟

Education and Experience

πŸ“˜ Education

  • πŸŽ“ Visiting Scholar: Chemistry, University of Auckland, New Zealand (2024-2025)
  • πŸŽ“ Joint Ph.D. Student: Chemical Engineering, Lamar University, USA (2013-2015)
  • πŸŽ“ Ph.D.: Chemical Engineering and Technology, Harbin Institute of Technology, China (2010-2015)
  • πŸŽ“ Master’s: Polymeric Chemistry and Physics, Northeast Forestry University, China (2007-2010)
  • πŸŽ“ Bachelor’s: Food Chemistry and Engineering, Northeast Forestry University, China (2002-2006)

πŸ“˜ Experience

  • πŸ§ͺ Associate Professor: Northeast Forestry University, China (Since 2015)
  • πŸ›οΈ Deputy Town Chief: Yuqi, Huishan, Jiangsu Province, China (2012-2013)

Professional Development

Dawei Jiang has actively contributed to advanced material sciences, focusing on polymer materials, wearable sensors, and sustainable composites. As a visiting scholar at the University of Auckland, he enhances his expertise in cutting-edge chemistry. His joint Ph.D. tenure at Lamar University enriched his insights into international research practices. Passionate about sustainability and functional designs, Jiang’s career reflects a commitment to blending academic knowledge with practical innovation. Through global collaborations, he has authored numerous impactful publications in leading journals, promoting advancements in nanotechnology, flame-retardant polymers, and flexible electronics. πŸŒŸπŸ”¬πŸŒ

Research Focus

Dawei Jiang’s research centers on innovative and sustainable materials:

  • πŸ”₯ Development of flame-retardant polymer materials
  • πŸ’‘ Functional polymers for high-performance applications
  • 🩹 Wearable and flexible strain sensors
  • 🧡 Enhanced interfacial properties in fiber-reinforced composites
    His work bridges molecular design and cutting-edge technology, fostering advancements in electronics, thermal insulation, and sustainable nanocomposites. His efforts in triboelectric nanogenerators and cellulose-based materials drive transformative applications across wearable tech, architecture, and energy sectors. πŸŒ±πŸ“±βš™οΈ

Awards and Honors

  • πŸ† Outstanding Researcher Award: Northeast Forestry University
  • πŸ… Top 10 Publications of the Year: Recognized for impactful contributions in material sciences
  • πŸŽ–οΈ Erasmus+ Fellowship: University of Porto, Portugal (2016-2017)
  • 🌟 National Young Talent Award: Innovation in Chemistry and Material Design
  • πŸ₯‡ Best Paper Award: International Conference on Nanotechnology Applications

Β Publication Top Notes:

  • πŸ“– Electromagnetic interference shielding polymers and nanocomposites – a review (Cited by: 624, Year: 2019)
  • πŸ›‘οΈ Advanced micro/nanocapsules for self-healing smart anticorrosion coatings (Cited by: 411, Year: 2015)
  • πŸ“ Flexible sandwich structural strain sensor based on silver nanowires decorated with self-healing substrate (Cited by: 227, Year: 2019)
  • 🌟 Interfacially reinforced unsaturated polyester carbon fiber composites with a vinyl ester-carbon nanotubes sizing agent (Cited by: 205, Year: 2018)
  • πŸ§ͺ Electrically insulated epoxy nanocomposites reinforced with synergistic core–shell SiO2@MWCNTs and montmorillonite bifillers (Cited by: 192, Year: 2017)