Prof. Haocheng Quan | Materials | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Haocheng Quan | Materials |Best Researcher Award

Prof. Haocheng Quan, Nanjing University, China

Dr. Haocheng Quan ๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ”ฌ, an Associate Professor at Nanjing University ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ, 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 ๐ŸŒฑ and innovative biomedical applications ๐Ÿฅ. He earned his Ph.D. in Materials Science from the University of California, San Diego ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ, and advanced bioinspired designs during his postdoctoral research at INM โ€“ Leibniz Institute in Germany ๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช. Dr. Quanโ€™s groundbreaking contributions to bioinspired structural materials and mechanics have been featured in prestigious journals like Nature Reviews Materials ๐Ÿ†.

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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 Experience 

Education:

  • ๐ŸŽ“ Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering, UC San Diego (2019)
  • ๐ŸŽ“ M.S. in Materials Science and Engineering, UC San Diego (2015)
  • ๐ŸŽ“ B.E. in Materials Science and Engineering, Donghua University, China (2013)

Experience:

  • ๐Ÿง‘โ€๐Ÿซ Associate Professor, Nanjing University, China (Dec 2023 โ€“ Present)
  • ๐Ÿงช Postdoctoral Researcher, INM โ€“ Leibniz Institute, Germany (Feb 2020 โ€“ Jul 2023)

Professional Development 

Dr. Quanโ€™s professional journey reflects his dedication to bioinspired innovation ๐ŸŒŸ. At Nanjing University, he mentors students and leads pioneering research in bioinspired structural and functional materials ๐ŸฆŽ๐Ÿ“. During his postdoctoral tenure at INM โ€“ Leibniz Institute, he focused on gecko-inspired adhesion technologies ๐ŸฆŽ๐Ÿงฒ, kirigami-inspired microstructures โœ‚๏ธ, and bioinspired stinger designs ๐Ÿ. His work combines biomechanics and materials science to create sustainable solutions ๐ŸŒฟ for biomedical applications ๐Ÿฉบ and wearable technologies โŒš. With a collaborative spirit ๐Ÿค, he continues to expand the horizons of engineering inspired by natureโ€™s remarkable strategies ๐ŸŒ.

Research Focus 

Dr. Quanโ€™s research explores the fascinating intersection of biology and engineering ๐Ÿ”ฌ๐Ÿฆ . He specializes in the mechanics of biological materials ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿชต, bioinspired adhesion systems ๐ŸฆŽ๐Ÿงฒ, and actuation technologies for sustainable applications ๐ŸŒฟ. His innovative studies include gecko-inspired dry adhesives ๐ŸฆŽ, bioinspired microneedles ๐Ÿ’‰, and kirigami-based designs โœ‚๏ธ. Dr. Quan is particularly interested in wearable electronics for health monitoring ๐ŸฉบโŒš, optical properties of biological materials ๐ŸŒˆ, and active defense mechanisms in natural systems ๐ŸŸ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ. His work demonstrates a commitment to developing multifunctional, sustainable solutions for medical, technological, and structural challenges ๐Ÿš€.

Awards and Honors 

  • ๐Ÿ† Featured Researcher in Nature Reviews Materials and Advanced Functional Materials.
  • ๐Ÿฅ‡ Co-author of over 20 high-impact publications ๐Ÿ“š.
  • ๐ŸŒŸ First/Co-corresponding Author in multiple leading journals ๐Ÿ”ฌ.
  • ๐ŸŽ–๏ธ Recognized Speaker at international conferences like TMS Annual Meeting ๐ŸŒ.
  • ๐Ÿง  Awarded Postdoctoral Fellowship for groundbreaking work at INM โ€“ Leibniz Institute ๐Ÿ….

Publication Top Notes:

๐Ÿ“œ โ€œThe shape of Natureโ€™s stingers revealedโ€ 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. ๐Ÿ”ฌ๐Ÿ“–

 

Ms. Arni Gesselle Pornea | Materials | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Arni Gesselle Pornea | Materials | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Arni Gesselle Pornea, Naieel Technology, Philippines

Arni Gesselle Pornea is a skilled senior researcher at Naieel Technology in Daejeon, South Korea. With a Ph.D. in Energy Science and Technology from Myongji University, he specializes in materials design for renewable energy applications, particularly in thermal management and energy conversion. Arniโ€™s research includes the development of phase-changing materials, advanced composites, and energy storage technologies. He has authored multiple publications and holds patents in thermal interface materials and solar energy harvesting. With his diverse expertise, Arni is passionate about improving energy systems and contributing to sustainable energy innovations. ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ’ก๐Ÿ”ฌ

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Arni Gesselle Pornea is a highly qualified candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his innovative contributions to renewable energy and materials science. His research focuses on the design of advanced materials for energy storage and thermal management, particularly for applications in solar energy and phase-change materials. Arniโ€™s work directly addresses the global need for more sustainable and efficient energy systems, making him a key figure in the field of energy science and technology.

Education & Experience:

  • Ph.D. in Energy Science and Technology, Myongji University, South Korea (2022) ๐ŸŽ“
    • Dissertation: Solar-mediated phase-changing materials for energy storage and conversion.
  • M.S. in Energy Science and Technology, Myongji University, South Korea (2019) ๐ŸŽ“
    • Dissertation: Multifunctional wax-infused porous films with anti-corrosion properties.
  • B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Adamson University, Philippines (2013) ๐ŸŽ“
  • Senior Researcher, Naieel Technology, Daejeon, South Korea (2022โ€“present) ๐Ÿ”ฌ
  • Graduate Research Assistant, Myongji University, South Korea (2017โ€“2022) ๐Ÿ”ฌ
  • Improvement Engineer, Western Digital, Philippines (2015โ€“2017) ๐Ÿญ
  • Quality Assurance Engineer, Black Water Printing, Philippines (2014โ€“2015) ๐Ÿ–จ

Professional Development:

Arni is dedicated to professional growth through various certifications, training, and continuous learning. He has completed Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification (2020) for process improvement and Potential Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) (2016) for risk management. Additionally, Arni received Basic Leadership Training (2015) to enhance his leadership skills. His work is complemented by extensive experience in data analysis using software like MATLAB, COMSOL, and ANSYS, ensuring optimal material performance for energy systems. ๐Ÿ“ˆ๐Ÿ”ง๐Ÿ“š

Research Focus:

Arniโ€™s research focuses on the design and development of advanced materials for renewable energy systems. His work emphasizes the synthesis of high-performance composites, thermal management, and solar energy harvesting. His expertise includes the creation of phase-change materials (PCMs) for efficient solar energy storage and the optimization of thermal conductivity in composite materials for electronics. Arni is passionate about using materials science to improve energy conversion efficiency, focusing on sustainability and innovation in renewable energy technologies. ๐ŸŒž๐Ÿ”‹โšก

Awards & Honors:

  • Research Honor Award, Myongji University, South Korea (2022) ๐Ÿ…
  • Best Oral Presentation, KSIEC, South Korea (2021) ๐Ÿ†
  • Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification, Ask Lex PH Academy, Philippines (2020) ๐Ÿ“œ
  • Potential Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Western Digital, Philippines (2016) ๐Ÿ”ง
  • Basic Leadership Training, BusinessCoach, Inc., Philippines (2015) ๐Ÿ“š

Publication Top Notes:

Protruding Boron Nitride Nanotubes on the Al2O3 Surface Enabled by Tannic Acid-Assisted Modification to Fabricate a Thermal Conductive Epoxy/Al2O3 Composite

Boron Nitride Nanotube-Aligned Electrospun PVDF Nanofiber-Based Composite Films Applicable to Wearable Piezoelectric Sensors

Preparations and Thermal Properties of PDMS-AlN-Al2O3 Composites through the Incorporation of Poly(Catechol-Amine)-Modified Boron Nitride Nanotubes

Core-satellite assembly of phase-changing material microcapsules enabled with broadband light absorption and localized surface plasmonic resonance for effective photothermal energy harvesting

Synthesis of hybrid dual-MOF encapsulated phase-changing material for improved broadband light absorption and photothermal conversion enabling efficient solar energy storage