Shixu Zhang | Nanomaterials | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Shixu Zhang | Nanomaterials | Best Researcher Award

Associate professor at Lanzhou University, China

Dr. Shixu Zhang is an Associate Professor at the School of Nuclear Science and Technology, Lanzhou University, China. He earned his Ph.D. and B.S. degrees in Particle and Nuclear Physics from Lanzhou University. His research focuses on thermoelectric and thermophotovoltaic isotope cells, molecular dynamics simulations for cluster beam deposition, and the transport behavior of protons, neutrons, and photons under external sources. Dr. Zhang has authored multiple peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals such as Energy, Journal of Applied Physics, and Nuclear Instruments and Methods in Physics Research B. He has been serving in academic roles at Lanzhou University since 2014.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award: Mr. Shixu Zhang

Mr. Shixu Zhang, currently serving as an Associate Professor at the School of Nuclear Science and Technology, Lanzhou University, is a highly accomplished researcher whose work lies at the intersection of nuclear physics, energy conversion systems, and advanced material deposition techniques. With a Ph.D. in Particle and Nuclear Physics and over a decade of progressive academic experience, Mr. Zhang has significantly contributed to thermoelectric and thermophotovoltaic isotope cell development, molecular dynamics simulations, and accurate transport descriptions of protons, neutrons, and photons.

🎓 Education

  • 🧪 Ph.D. in Particle & Nuclear Physics
    Lanzhou University, China (2009–2014)

  • 🔬 B.S. in Applied Physics (Nuclear Physics Direction)
    Lanzhou University, China (2005–2009)

🧑‍🏫 Professional Experience

  • 👨‍🏫 Associate Professor, Lanzhou University (2018–Present)

  • 👨‍🔬 Assistant Professor, Lanzhou University (2014–2018)

🔍 Research Interests

  • ⚛️ Thermoelectric & Thermophotovoltaic Isotope Cells

  • 💻 Molecular Dynamics Simulation in Cluster Beam Deposition

  • 🌐 Accurate Transport Modeling for Protons, Neutrons & Photons

📚 Key Publications

  1. 🧱 Frustum-Shaped Thermoelectric Generators, Energy, 2021

  2. 🧲 Cu Cluster Deposition on Fe Substrates, Nucl. Instrum. Methods B, 2025

  3. 🌡️ Temperature Effects on Cluster Deposition, J. Appl. Phys., 2024

  4. 🔧 TEG Optimization by Heat Flux Modeling, Energy Technology, 2024

  5. 📐 Fe Substrate Orientations Impact on Cu55 Clusters, Nucl. Instrum. Methods B, 2021

🏆 Achievements & Honors

  • 🥇 Published in High-Impact Journals (Energy, Journal of Applied Physics)

  • 🧠 Lead Author in Thermoelectric Research Papers

  • 💡 Pioneer in Optimizing Cluster Deposition Techniques

  • 📈 Significant Contributions to Multiphysics Simulation for Nuclear Materials

Publication Top Notes

An optimized design approach concerning thermoelectric generators with frustum-shaped legs based on three-dimensional multiphysics model

Geometry design and performance optimization of a terrestrial radioisotope thermoelectric generator based on finite element analysis

Dynamic piezo-thermoelectric generator for simultaneously harvesting mechanical and thermal energies

Oxygen Vacancy-Induced Room Temperature Ferromagnetism in Rutile TiO<sub>2</sub>

 

 

Dr. Shivangi Srivastava | Nanotechnology | Women Researcher Award

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Dr. Shivangi Srivastava | Nanotechnology | Women Researcher Award

Dr. Shivangi Srivastava, IIT Maadras, India

Dr. Shivangi Srivastava is a dedicated Postdoctoral Fellow in the Department of Applied Mechanics and Biomedical Engineering at IIT Madras, India 🇮🇳. She earned her Ph.D. in Materials Science from the University of Lucknow, where she focused on nanotechnology-driven gas sensing applications 🏅. Her research expertise includes metal oxide heterostructures for gas sensors and optical fiber-based heavy metal ion detection ⚛️. Dr. Srivastava has collaborations with leading international and Indian institutions, contributing to impactful research in nanomaterials, biosensors, and computational analysis 🌍📡.

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Suitability for Best Researcher Award 🏆

Dr. Shivangi Srivastava is highly suitable for a Best Researcher Award due to her outstanding contributions to nanotechnology-driven gas sensing and biosensing applications. Her expertise spans advanced nanomaterials synthesis, optical fiber sensing, and computational analysis, making significant strides in environmental and biomedical sensor development.

Education & Experience 🎓📚

✅ B.Sc. in Physics & Mathematics – University of Lucknow (2016) 🏛️
✅ M.Sc. in Physics – Dr. Shakuntala Mishra National Rehabilitation University (2019) 🎓
✅ Ph.D. in Materials Science – University of Lucknow 🧪
✅ Postdoctoral Fellow – IIT Madras, India (Current) 🏅
✅ Senior Research Fellow – Department of Applied Mechanics and Biomedical Engineering, IIT Madras 🔬
✅ Research Collaborations – France 🇫🇷, Canada 🇨🇦, Malaysia 🇲🇾, Taiwan 🇹🇼
✅ Collaborated with Indian institutes – IIT BHU, Delhi University, IIT Madras, and BHU 🏛️

Professional Development 🚀🔬

Dr. Shivangi Srivastava has expertise in advanced nanomaterial synthesis techniques such as Hydrothermal, Chemical Vapor Deposition, and Atomic Layer Deposition 🧪. She has hands-on experience with XRD, UV-Visible Spectroscopy, FTIR, Gas Chromatography, and Optical Fiber Sensing 🏗️📡. Her computational analysis includes DFT calculations and Rietveld Refinement 🖥️. Passionate about interdisciplinary research, she has published in top-tier journals like Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical, Materials Chemistry and Physics, and ECS Sensors Plus 📑. Her work extends to developing biosensors for disease diagnosis and environmental monitoring, making significant contributions to the field of nanotechnology 🌱🌍.

Research Focus 🧑‍🔬⚛️

Dr. Shivangi Srivastava specializes in nanotechnology-based gas sensing and biosensing applications 🏗️🔬. Her Ph.D. research focused on the synthesis of metal oxide heterostructures for gas detection 🏭. Currently, she is developing nanomaterial-coated optical fibers for detecting heavy metal ions in environmental and biomedical applications 💧🩸. She also explores chemiresistor-based sensors for disease detection via human breath analysis 😷. Her work integrates computational simulations, material characterization, and real-world sensor applications 🌐. With collaborations across leading research institutes worldwide, her contributions are advancing next-generation nanomaterials and sensing technologies 🌍📡.

Awards & Honors 🏆🎖️

🏅 Recipient of multiple research fellowships 🔬
Published in top-tier scientific journals 📑
🏅 Presented at over 10 international and national conferences 🌍
🏅 Active collaboration with prestigious global research institutions 🏛️
🏅 Significant contributions to gas sensing and biosensing research 🧑‍🔬

Publication Top Notes:

Bio-based fabrication of palladium nanoparticles by using Aegle marmelos leaf extract for biomedical applications: Cytotoxicity, cell imaging studies in HeLa cells and antioxidant activity

Prof. THOMAS MAVROMOUSTAKOS | Computational Nanotechnology | Outstanding Scientist Award

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Prof. THOMAS MAVROMOUSTAKOS | Computational Nanotechnology | Outstanding Scientist Award

Prof. THOMAS MAVROMOUSTAKOS , National and Kapodistrian University of Athens , Greece

Dr. Thomas Mavromoustakos is a distinguished chemist renowned for his groundbreaking contributions to medicinal chemistry and spectroscopy. With a Bachelor’s degree from the Chemistry Department at NKUA and MSc/PhD in Medicinal Chemistry from the University of Connecticut, USA, he has focused his research on designing novel drugs targeting various diseases, employing a wide array of physical chemical methodologies. His expertise spans Solid State Nuclear Magnetic Resonance, High Resolution Nuclear Magnetic Resonance, X-ray diffraction, Raman Spectroscopy, and more. Dr. Mavromoustakos is also involved in authenticity studies of beverages and foods, utilizing advanced spectroscopic techniques. He has an extensive teaching experience, offering courses and labs in organic chemistry, molecular modeling, and NMR spectroscopy at various academic institutions

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🎓 Education:

Dr. Thomas Mavromoustakos completed his Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from NKUA in 1980, followed by pursuing an MSc in Medicinal Chemistry at the University of Connecticut, USA, in 1988. Continuing his academic journey, he attained a PhD in Medicinal Chemistry from the University of Connecticut, USA, in 1990. These educational milestones laid a solid foundation for his distinguished career in research and academia, enabling him to specialize in the design of novel drugs and contribute significantly to the fields of chemistry and pharmacology

🔬 Research Focus:

Dr. Mavromoustakos specializes in designing novel drugs for various diseases, employing physical chemical methodologies such as Solid State Nuclear Magnetic Resonance, High Resolution Nuclear Magnetic Resonance, Conformational Analysis, Differential Scanning Calorimetry, X-ray diffraction, Raman Spectroscopy, 3D-QSAR studies, and Docking studies.

👨‍🏫 Teaching Experience:

Dr. Mavromoustakos has taught numerous courses and laboratory sessions in various institutions, covering topics such as Molecular Modeling, Organic Chemistry, Polymers, Oenology, Food Chemistry, and Pharmacology.With his expertise and dedication, Dr. Mavromoustakos has made significant contributions to the fields of chemistry and pharmacology, shaping the future of drug design and analysis.

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