Osman Bulut | Analytical Analysis | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Osman Bulut | Analytical Analysis | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Osman Bulut, Istanbul Technical University, Turkey

Osman Bulut is an Associate Professor at Istanbul Technical University’s Faculty of Civil Engineering. An expert in applied mechanics, he specializes in experimental mechanics and micromechanics. His research includes stress analysis for orthodontics and implants using the photoelasticity method, material characterization for nanocomposites, and pipe-soil interaction analysis. With extensive experience in Strength of Materials, Theory of Elasticity, Structural Dynamics, and Thermoelasticity, he has authored multiple high-impact journal articles. His work on thermal stresses in functionally graded materials has led to validated experimental models, enhancing theoretical stress analysis methodologies. 📚🔬

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🎓 Education

Osman Bulut holds a PhD in Micromechanics, emphasizing experimental mechanics. His academic journey includes advanced studies in elasticity, continuum mechanics, and thermoelasticity, leading to significant contributions in applied mechanics. He has undertaken multidisciplinary research collaborations in dentistry, metallurgy, and geomechanics. His expertise in developing experimental setups for stress analysis has advanced theoretical models in thermal stress distribution and structural dynamics. 📖🔍

💼 Experience

As an Associate Professor, Osman Bulut teaches Strength of Materials, Engineering Mathematics, Statics, and Structural Dynamics. His research includes 11 completed/ongoing projects and collaborations across dentistry, metallurgy, and geomechanics. He has authored 18 SCI-indexed publications and consulted on eight industry projects. His experimental work on stress analysis using the photoelasticity method has advanced studies in orthodontic stress distribution and pipe-soil interaction. His expertise in elasticity and continuum mechanics contributes to innovative research in applied mechanics. 🏗️📑

🏆 Awards & Honors

Osman Bulut has received recognition for his groundbreaking contributions to experimental mechanics, micromechanics, and thermoelasticity. His innovative research on stress analysis using photoelasticity has earned him multiple citations, with 144 in WOS and 167 in Scopus. He has contributed extensively to validated stress analysis methodologies, influencing engineering applications in dentistry, metallurgy, and geomechanics. His academic excellence and industry collaborations have established him as a leading expert in applied mechanics. 🎖️🔬

🔬 Research Focus

Osman Bulut’s research spans elasticity, experimental mechanics, continuum mechanics, and thermoelasticity. His work in thermal stress analysis of functionally graded materials has led to validated theoretical formulas. He has developed experimental setups for stress concentration analysis, advancing applications in orthodontics, implants, and nanocomposites. His research integrates analytical, numerical, and experimental methods, bridging the gap between theoretical mechanics and practical engineering solutions. His contributions enhance structural integrity assessments and stress analysis methodologies. 🔍📊

Publication Top Notes

  • Understanding the polymer type and CNT orientation effect on the dynamic mechanical properties of high volume fraction CNT polymer nanocomposites 📏🧪 – Cited by: 67 (2016)

  • L-Arginine Modified Multi-walled Carbon Nanotube/Sulfonated Poly (ether ether ketone) Nanocomposite Films for Biomedical Applications 🏥🦠 – Cited by: 42 (2018)

  • Substrate stiffness effects on SH‐SY5Y: The dichotomy of morphology and neuronal behavior 🧠🔬 – Cited by: 12 (2021)

  • Boosted viscoelastic and dynamic mechanical behavior of binary nanocarbon-based polyurethane hybrid nanocomposite foams 📦🔧 – Cited by: 10 (2022)

  • Thermal Stress in Functionally Graded Plates with a Gradation of the Coefficient of Thermal Expansion Only 🌡️📊 – Cited by: 10 (2022)

  • Bioinspired hydrogel surfaces to augment corneal endothelial cell monolayer formation 👁️🧫 – Cited by: 10 (2021)

  • Three-dimensional stress state around corrosive cavities on pressure vessels ⚙️🛢️ – Cited by: 9 (2010)

  • CNT incorporation improves the resolution and stability of porous 3D printed PLGA/HA/CNT scaffolds for bone regeneration 🦴🖨️ – Cited by: 8 (2023)

  • Effect of Temperature and Film Thickness on Residual Stress and Texture of Buffer Layers for YBCO Coated Conductor ❄️🔬 – Cited by: 7 (2009)

  • Nonlinear behaviour of epoxy and epoxy-based nanocomposites: an integrated experimental and computational analysis ⚛️🖥️ – Cited by: 6 (2024)

  • Discussion on the manuscript entitled “Thermal residual stress in a functionally graded material system” 📑📉 – Cited by: 4 (2022)

  • The Coupling of Winding Models and Roll Quality Instruments 📜🔄 – Cited by: 4 (2015)

  • Preparation and Thermal Stress Analysis of AlO Insulation Coatings on SS-304 Tape 🏗️🔥 – Cited by: 4 (2009)

  • Çelik Taban Levhalarının Bağlantı Deliklerinde Tasarıma Aykırı Geometrik Değişimin Gerilme Dağılımına Etkisi 🔩📏 – Cited by: 3 (2020)

  • The thermal stress analysis around the cavities in composite plates used for the body of reactors ⚛️📐 – Cited by: 3 (2019)

  • Synergically enhanced viscoelastic behavior of binary nanocarbon based polyurethane hybrid nanocomposite foams 🔬⚙️ – Cited by: 2 (2020)

  • Viscoelastic response of high volume fraction carbon nanotube-polymer nanocomposites with tailored wettability and controlled morphology 🧪🛠️ – Cited by: 2 (2019)

  • Stress Analysis and Microstructure of the Al2O3/Cu/MgB2 wires 🏭🔍 – Cited by: 2 (2016)

  • Absolute effective elastic constants of composite materials 📐🔬 – Cited by: 2 (2016)

  • Flexible Poly (imide) Siloxane Block Copolymers to Use at Biomedical Products 🏥🧴 – Cited by: 1 (2020)

Hongji Li | Preliminary Treatment | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Hongji Li | Preliminary Treatment | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at Xi’an Polytechnic University, China.

Dr. Hong Ji Li is an Associate Professor and Master’s Supervisor at Xi’an Polytechnic University, specializing in municipal engineering and environmental sustainability. She holds a PhD in Municipal Engineering from Xi’an University of Technology and has dedicated over 10 years to water treatment, ecological wetland technology, and nanomaterials research. With over 40 SCI-indexed papers, three patents, and leadership in provincial and ministerial-level projects, she has made significant contributions to environmental engineering. A passionate educator, she has guided more than 10 graduate students and has won multiple teaching and research excellence awards. 🌱🔬📚

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Academic Background 🎓

Dr. Hong Ji Li earned her PhD in Municipal Engineering from Xi’an University of Technology in 2018, focusing on urban water resource management. She completed her postgraduate studies in Environmental Engineering at Xi’an Polytechnic University, where she also obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Water Supply and Drainage Engineering. Her academic journey has provided her with expertise in hydropower, ecological wetland systems, and advanced nanotechnology for water treatment. She integrates her interdisciplinary knowledge to develop sustainable solutions for environmental challenges. 📖🔍💡

Professional Experience 🏆

Dr. Hong Ji Li has been an Associate Professor at Xi’an Polytechnic University since 2020, previously serving as a Lecturer and Teaching Assistant in the School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering. She has led multiple national and provincial-level research projects, including Key Technology Research on Water Pollution Control (700,000 RMB). Her work spans photocatalytic materials, nanotechnology, and municipal water systems. As an academic mentor, she has supervised numerous postgraduate students, guiding them in scientific research, innovation, and competition-based projects. Her contributions extend beyond research to teaching excellence and curriculum development. 📊🔬🎯

Awards and Honors 🏅

Dr. Hong Ji Li has received numerous accolades, including the Outstanding Teacher Award (2015, 2017) and Second Prize in the 17th Youth Teacher Teaching Competition (2023). She has mentored students to success in competitions such as the “Internet Plus” Innovation Contest and the Deepwater Cup National Plumbing Design Competition. She also secured the Second Prize in the Youth Teacher Lecture Competition and has been recognized for her contributions to research, education, and environmental sustainability. Her dedication has made her a respected figure in academia and engineering research. 🏆🎓👏

Research Focus 🔬

Dr. Hong Ji Li specializes in ecological wetland technology, urban comprehensive pipe corridors, and nanomaterial-based water treatment. Her research explores hierarchical zeolites, photocatalytic degradation, and adsorption performance of novel materials. She has developed mesoporous molecular sieves and advanced water recovery systems to tackle environmental pollution. Leading major funded projects, her studies contribute to sustainable water resource management and pollution prevention. With over 40 SCI-indexed publications, she is committed to developing innovative solutions for global environmental challenges. 🌿💧⚗️

Publication Top Notes

1️⃣ Optimization of TiO₂-SiO₂ membranes with polyethylene glycol as a drying chemical control agent for enhanced performance in dye wastewater treatment 🏭💧
Year: 2025| Journal: Separation and Purification Technology

2️⃣ Performance comparison of nano-Al₂O₃-modified PVDF membranes fabricated via two methods for enhanced dye removal ⚗️🧪
Year: 2025| Journal: RSC Advances

3️⃣ Dye-sensitized hierarchical TS-1 zeolite for highly efficient photocatalytic degradation of MB under visible light irradiation 🌞⚡
Year: 2025 | Journal: Inorganic Chemistry Communications

Conclusion

Dr. Hong Ji Li is an Associate Professor and Master’s Supervisor at Xi’an Polytechnic University, specializing in ecological wetland technology, urban comprehensive pipe corridors, and nanomaterials for water treatment. She holds a PhD in Municipal Engineering from Xi’an University of Technology and has over a decade of research experience. With 40+ SCI-indexed publications, three invention patents, and leadership in multiple high-impact research projects, she has significantly contributed to environmental engineering. Her dedication to academia is reflected in her mentorship of graduate students and numerous teaching awards, making her a strong contender for the Best Researcher Award.

 

 

Hailu Wang | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Hailu Wang | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Hailu Wang, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, China

Dr. Hailu Wang (1995) is a postdoctoral researcher at Wuhan University of Science and Technology, specializing in Materials Science and Engineering. His research focuses on advanced ceramic materials, including their application in lithium-ion batteries and high-temperature processes. Dr. Wang has authored 9 SCI papers and holds several patents in refractory materials and ceramic technology. Notable projects include the development of ceramic saggers for battery cathode material roasting and the design of ceramic crucibles for high-end superalloys. He has contributed to key scientific research funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China. 🔬⚙️📚

 

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Academic Contributions

Dr. Wang has published nine papers in prestigious journals such as Chemical Engineering Journal, Journal of the European Ceramic Society, and Ceramics International. His research has focused on advanced ceramic materials, their applications in energy storage, and high-performance materials for industrial processes like battery production and alloy smelting. He has made significant contributions to understanding material behaviors under extreme conditions and has published in renowned international journals.

Research Focus

Dr. Hailu Wang’s research primarily focuses on advanced ceramic materials and their applications in high-temperature industries. His work includes the development of ceramic sagger materials for lithium-ion battery cathode material roasting 🔋, high-performance ceramic crucibles for melting nickel-based superalloys 🔧, and the synthesis of lightweight, high-strength, and corrosion-resistant ceramics for various industrial uses. Additionally, Dr. Wang investigates the structure and properties of porous ceramics for adsorption, filtration, and thermal insulation 🌱. His studies contribute significantly to materials science, particularly in improving the efficiency and sustainability of energy storage and manufacturing technologies. 🔬💡

 

Publication Top Notes

  • Effect of BPO4 on phase transition behavior and sintering of quartz materials – Li, J., Li, Y., Li, S., … Qiao, Z., Xiang, K. (2024) 📜
  • Preparation of mullite whisker foam ceramics and exploration of its application in adsorption – Li, Y., Wang, H., Li, S., Bai, C., Liu, F. (2024) 🧱
  • Synthesis and application evaluation in lithium battery furnace of mullite insulating refractory bricks from tailings – Wang, H., Li, Y., Yin, B., … Xiang, R., Qiao, Z. (2023) 🔋
  • Damage mechanism and corrosion resistance improvement of corundum-mullite kiln furniture during calcining of Li-ion cathode materials – Wang, H., Li, Y., Li, S., … Qiao, Z., Xiang, K. (2023) 🔬
  • Controlled structure preparation of low thermal conductivity Bi4B2O9 foams – Chen, P., Li, Y., Yin, B., … Qiao, Z., Liu, J. (2023) 🌡️
  • New design of bismuth borate ceramic/epoxy composites with excellent fracture toughness and radiation shielding capabilities – Chen, P., Li, Y., Yin, B., … Wang, H., Liu, J. (2023) ⚛️
  • Firing properties and corrosion resistance of mullite-Al2TiO5 saggar materials – Xiang, K., Li, S., Li, Y., … Xiang, R., He, X. (2023) 🔥
  • Anti-corrosion effect of insulating firebrick coated with CA6 in the calcination of lithium-ion cathode materials – Wang, H., Li, Y., He, X., … Li, S., Li, S. (2022) 🔧
  • Synthesis of cordierite foam ceramics from kyanite tailings and simulated application effects – Wang, H., Li, Y., Yin, B., … Li, S., Zhou, Z. (2022) 🏗️
  • Interactions of Li2O volatilized from ternary lithium-ion battery cathode materials with mullite saggar materials during calcination – Xiang, K., Li, S., Li, Y., Wang, H., Xiang, R. (2022) 🔋🧱

 

Crevain Souop Tala Foadin | Electronic Structure | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Crevain Souop Tala Foadin | Electronic Structure | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Crevain Souop Tala Foadin, Université de Maroua, Cameroon

Dr. Crevain Souop Tala Foadin is an Assistant Lecturer at the University of Maroua, Cameroon, specializing in Materials Science and Molecular Physics 🎓. Holding a Ph.D. in Physics, his research focuses on carbon allotropes, molecular properties enhancement, and natural pigment-based photosensitizers 🧪. With expertise in density functional theory computations and molecular dynamics, he explores areas like waste water purification and light harvesting efficiency. As an educator, he imparts knowledge in General Physics and Physical Chemistry of Materials while overseeing laboratory training 📚. Dr. Foadin’s dedication lies in advancing understanding and applications of materials for societal benefit.

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Education:

Dr. Crevain Souop Tala Foadin’s academic journey reflects a steadfast commitment to excellence and a passion for advancing scientific knowledge 🎓. His educational achievements include a Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Maroua, where he conducted groundbreaking research on the effects of impurities on the structural, electronic, and nonlinear optical properties of graphene oxide molecules using density functional theory (DFT) methods. This research earned him the highest distinction of “Très Honorable.” Prior to his doctoral studies, Dr. Foadin earned a Master’s degree with honors in Physics, specializing in Materials Science, and completed a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering and Architecture. He also holds Bachelor’s and Diplôme d’Etudes Universitaires Générales degrees in Physics, laying the foundation for his expertise in materials science and mechanics. Dr. Foadin’s academic journey began with his Baccalauréat in Mathématiques et Science de la Vie et de la Terre, showcasing his early interest in science and mathematics. Throughout his academic career, Dr. Foadin has demonstrated a relentless pursuit of knowledge and a dedication to pushing the boundaries of scientific inquiry.

 

Professional Experience :

Dr. Crevain Souop Tala Foadin has been actively engaged in academia, serving as an Assistant Lecturer at the University of Maroua since January 2022 🏫. In this role, he imparts knowledge in various subjects including General Physics, Professional Project, Imperfections in Solids, and Physical Chemistry of Materials through lectures and tutorials. Additionally, he oversees and conducts monitoring activities for physics practical courses and laboratory training sessions, ensuring that students gain hands-on experience and practical skills essential for their academic and professional development. Dr. Foadin’s dedication extends beyond teaching, as he also actively participates in research endeavors aimed at improving the molecular properties of organic materials, enhancing the reaction properties of anti-carcinogenic drugs, and modeling new natural pigment-based photosensitizers, thereby contributing to advancements in materials science and molecular physics 🧪.

 

Research Focus :

Dr. Crevain Souop Tala Foadin’s research focus lies at the intersection of materials science and molecular physics 🧪. His work encompasses a wide range of investigations, including the enhancement of reactivity, electronic structure, and optical properties of various carbon allotropes and nanostructures. Through density functional theory (DFT) computations and molecular dynamics simulations, he explores the effects of impurities on structural and electronic properties, paving the way for applications in electronics, optoelectronics, and nonlinear optics devices. Dr. Foadin’s contributions extend to diverse areas such as graphene oxide nanosheets, carbon nanocones, and corannulene derivatives, showcasing his versatility and expertise in advancing understanding and utilization of novel materials.

 

Publication Top Notes :

Doping of some corannulenes of general formula C5n2H5n (n = 2,3,4) with boron–nitride (B–N) units at the rim position: applications in electronics, optoelectronics and nonlinear optics devices

Enhancing the reactivity, electronic, linear and non-linear optical properties of C<sub>45</sub>H<sub>15</sub>-like carbon nanocone doped with titanium dioxide, boron, and nitrogen: DFT and TD-DFT study

Data of electronic, reactivity, optoelectronic, linear and non-linear optical parameters of doping graphene oxide nanosheet with aluminum atom

Enhancement of absorption capacity, optical and non-linear optical properties of graphene oxide nanosheet

DFT study of the influence of impurities on the structural, electronic, optoelectronic, and nonlinear optical properties of graphene nanosheet functionalized by the carboxyl group –COOH