Hala El-Khozondar | Solar Cells | Best Researcher Award

Posted on by ScienceFather

Prof. Dr. Hala El-Khozondar | Solar Cells | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Islamic University of Gaza, Palestine, State of

Professor Hala J. El-Khozondar is a distinguished physicist and electrical engineer, currently a Visiting Professor at Imperial College London and a Professor at the Islamic University of Gaza. With expertise in nanomaterials, photonics, and renewable energy, she has made significant contributions to science and education. She has held leadership roles, including department head and research committee chair. Her research spans optical sensors, solar cells, and nonlinear transmission lines. A mentor and advisor, she has supervised numerous students and research projects. Recognized globally, she has received multiple awards for her outstanding contributions to academia and scientific research.

Publication Profile

Google Scholar

Education Background📚🎓

Prof. El-Khozondar earned her Ph.D. in Physics with a minor in Electrical Engineering (1999) and a Master’s in Physics (1995) from New Mexico State University, USA. She previously obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Physics (1987) and a Teaching Certificate Diploma (1989) from Birzeit University, West Bank. Her postdoctoral research was conducted at the Max Planck Institute for Nuclear Physics, Germany. Throughout her academic journey, she has pursued advanced studies in nanotechnology, photonics, and engineering, collaborating with international institutions and contributing to groundbreaking research in material science and electrical engineering.

Professional Experience 🏫🔬

Prof. El-Khozondar is a Distinguished Professor at the Islamic University of Gaza and a Research Fellow at Imperial College London. She has served as the Head of the Electrical Engineering and Smart Systems Department and held leadership roles in quality assurance and research committees. Previously, she worked at the Technical University of Munich and was a Vice Dean for External Relations. Her teaching spans undergraduate and graduate levels, covering physics, electrical engineering, and renewable energy. She has supervised numerous students, contributed to academic policy, and played key roles in scientific collaborations.

Awards and Honors 🏆🎖

Prof. El-Khozondar has received numerous accolades, including the Palestinian Ministry of Higher Education’s Best Researcher Award (2023), IUG’s Best Research Prize (2021), and the TWAS-Aro Prize for Science Diplomacy (2018). She has been honored by ISESCO, DAAD, and the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation for her contributions to science. She is a Fellow of the Islamic World Academy of Sciences and TWAS. Recognized internationally, she has been awarded multiple research fellowships in Germany, Belgium, and Turkey. Additionally, she has been named a TUM Research Alumni Ambassador and recognized for excellence in academic publishing and science diplomacy.

Research Focus 🔬🌍

Prof. El-Khozondar specializes in nanomaterials modeling, photonic crystal-based optical sensors, and solar cell efficiency enhancement. Her work includes Monte Carlo simulations for material evolution, nonlinear transmission lines for microwave applications, and polarization rotation in optical fibers. She explores fiber Bragg grating sensors, electromagnetic radiation effects on tissues, and optical waveguides for nonreciprocal devices. Using MATLAB and OrCad, she develops models for photovoltaic performance. Her interdisciplinary research integrates physics, engineering, and materials science, driving innovation in renewable energy, sensor technologies, and photonics, with a focus on advancing smart systems and sustainable solutions for global scientific challenges.

Publication Top Notes

Design of an isolated renewable hybrid energy system: a case study ⚡🌍
Year: 2022 | Cited by: 113
A review study of photovoltaic array maximum power tracking algorithms ☀️🔋
Year: 2016 | Cited by: 112
Standalone hybrid PV/wind/diesel‐electric generator system for a COVID‐19 quarantine center 🏥🌬️🔋
Year: 2023 | Cited by: 92
Design of one-dimensional refractive index sensor using ternary photonic crystal waveguide for plasma blood samples applications 🩸🔬
Year: 2019 | Cited by: 92
Carbon footprint and energy life cycle assessment of wind energy industry in Libya 🌿💨⚙️
Year: 2024 | Cited by: 84

Conclusion

Professor Hala J. El-Khozondar is a distinguished researcher with a Ph.D. in Physics and a minor in Electrical Engineering, renowned for her contributions to nanomaterials, photonic structures, optical sensing, and renewable energy. With extensive research experience at prestigious institutions such as Imperial College London, Max Planck Institute, and the Technical University of Munich, her work has significantly advanced photonics, fiber optics, and solar energy applications. Her leadership roles as a department head, research committee chair, and quality assurance leader highlight her influence in academia, while her dedication to teaching and mentoring has shaped future generations of engineers and scientists. Recognized internationally, her impactful research and interdisciplinary contributions make her a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award.
  

 

Moonyong Kim | Solar Energy | Academic Engagement Excellence Award

Posted on by ScienceFather

Dr. Moonyong Kim | Solar Energy | Academic Engagement Excellence Award

Dr. Moonyong Kim, UNSW Sydney, Australia

Dr. Moonyong Kim is a Postdoctoral Fellow at UNSW Sydney, specializing in photovoltaic (PV) technology and sustainability 🌞. Holding a PhD in Photovoltaic and Solar Energy Engineering, he has led interdisciplinary projects with over $5.1M in funding 💰. His research focuses on sustainable PV manufacturing, lifecycle assessments (LCA), and innovations for terawatt-scale production 🔋. Dr. Kim has published 70+ articles and contributed to patents on PV efficiency 🌍. He collaborates with global industry leaders like Trina Solar and JA Solar, driving advancements in material recycling and emissions reduction. He is a member of the Korean Academy of Scientists and Engineers 🏅.

 

Publication Profile

Google Scholar

Academic and Professional Background 🌞

Dr. Moonyong Kim is a Postdoctoral Fellow at UNSW Sydney, specializing in the sustainability of photovoltaic (PV) module manufacturing and lifecycle assessments (LCA) 🌍. He holds a PhD in Photovoltaic and Solar Energy Engineering and has successfully led interdisciplinary projects in PV systems, securing over $5.1M in research funding 💰. With expertise in Python programming and teaching LCA standards, he has published 70+ research articles and contributed to patents. His work focuses on sustainable PV manufacturing and innovations for terawatt-scale production 🔋, fostering collaborations with leading global PV industry partners like Trina Solar and JA Solar 🌐.

 

Research and Innovations 🔬

Dr. Moonyong Kim has been involved in research projects with over $5.1M in funding, focusing on sustainable photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing and innovative PV systems 🌞. His key projects include ARENA initiatives for terawatt-scale PV sustainability, AI-based hetero tandem solar cell development (in collaboration with NRF Korea-Australia), and sustainability roadmap development for JA Solar 🌍. With more than 150 citations in top-tier journals, his work has significantly impacted the field of photovoltaic research 📚. Dr. Kim’s research continues to drive advancements in PV systems, contributing to both academic knowledge and industry applications 🌐.

 

Areas of Research ⚡

Dr. Moonyong Kim’s research focuses on advancing photovoltaic (PV) technology and improving the sustainability of solar energy systems 🌞. His work includes lifecycle assessment (LCA) to evaluate the environmental impact of PV manufacturing 🌍. He is dedicated to innovations in terawatt-scale manufacturing, striving to make large-scale solar production more efficient and sustainable 🔋. His research also covers defect engineering to enhance PV performance and material recycling to minimize waste and improve resource efficiency ♻️. Through these efforts, Dr. Kim aims to contribute to the future of clean energy and sustainable manufacturing practices 🌱.

 

Publication Top Notes  

  • Evidence of an identical firing-activated carrier-induced defect in monocrystalline and multicrystalline silicon – 197 citations (2017) 🌞
  • Design considerations for multi-terawatt scale manufacturing of existing and future photovoltaic technologies – 176 citations (2021) ⚡
  • Hydrogen induced degradation: A possible mechanism for light-and elevated temperature-induced degradation in n-type silicon – 141 citations (2018) 🔋
  • Advanced hydrogenation of dislocation clusters and boron-oxygen defects in silicon solar cells – 133 citations (2015) 🏗️
  • A four-state kinetic model for the carrier-induced degradation in multicrystalline silicon: Introducing the reservoir state – 103 citations (2018) 🌱
  • The role of hydrogenation and gettering in enhancing the efficiency of next‐generation Si solar cells – 102 citations (2017) 🔋
  • Device Design Rules and Operation Principles of High-Power Perovskite Solar Cells for Indoor Applications – 101 citations (2020) 🏡
  • Hydrogen-induced degradation: Explaining the mechanism behind light-and elevated temperature-induced degradation in n-and p-type silicon – 85 citations (2020) ⚡
  • Hydrogen-induced degradation – 78 citations (2018) 🌍
  • Evaluating the Impact of SiNx Thickness on Lifetime Degradation in Silicon – 63 citations (2019) 📉

Marina Ustinova | Photovoltaics | Best Researcher Award

Posted on by ScienceFather

Dr. Marina Ustinova | Photovoltaics | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Marina Ustinova, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Italy

Dr. Marina I. Ustinova is a postdoctoral researcher at the Centre for Hybrid and Organic Solar Energy (CHOSE), University of Rome Tor Vergata. She earned her Ph.D. in Chemical Sciences (Physical Chemistry) from the Federal Research Center of Problems of Chemical Physics and Medicinal Chemistry of the Russian Academy of Sciences (FRC PCPMC RAS) in 2023. Her research focuses on the design of innovative materials for photovoltaic devices, particularly perovskite solar cells. Dr. Ustinova’s work has led to significant advances in photochemical and radiation stability of perovskite materials, contributing to their potential deployment in space and terrestrial solar applications. Her achievements include the development of novel perovskite compositions and their optimization for long-term stability and efficiency. Dr. Ustinova has authored numerous articles in high-impact journals and holds multiple patents in the field of photovoltaic technology. She is involved in several ongoing research projects, including the GoPV project on tandem photovoltaic cells and perovskite solar cells for space applications.

Publication Profile

Orcid

Academic and Professional Background 🧑‍🔬📚

Dr. Marina Ustinova earned her Ph.D. in Chemical Sciences (Physical Chemistry) from the Federal Research Center of Problems of Chemical Physics and Medicinal Chemistry of the Russian Academy of Sciences (FRC PCPMC RAS) in October 2023. Her research focused on the systematic study of APb1-xMxI3 perovskite compositions, leading to the discovery of promising modifiers for perovskite solar cells that enhance their photochemical and radiation stability. Dr. Ustinova holds a Master’s degree in Materials Science and Engineering from Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology (2017–2019) and a Bachelor’s in Materials Chemistry from Lomonosov Moscow State University (2013–2017). 🌍🔬

 

Research and Innovations 🔬💡

Dr. Marina Ustinova has dedicated the past seven years to advancing the design of electronic devices for photovoltaics, such as solar cells and photodetectors. Her research focuses on developing new photoactive chemical compounds, designing innovative materials, and optimizing fabrication techniques. With a strong commitment to environmental sustainability, Dr. Ustinova is deeply invested in the transition to green energy solutions. Her work aims to support natural resource conservation while enhancing the efficiency and performance of solar technologies, contributing to a more sustainable future. 🌱☀️

 

Publication Top Notes  

  • “A europium shuttle for launching perovskites to space: using Eu²⁺/Eu³⁺ redox chemistry to boost photostability and radiation hardness of complex lead halides” – Journal of Materials Chemistry A (2024) 📚, DOI: 10.1039/D3TA07598B
  • “Substitutional Chemistry of MAPbI₃: Gaining Control over Material Photostability and Photovoltaic Performance via Pb²⁺ Replacement” – Advanced Functional Materials (2024-11-20) 📅, DOI: 10.1002/adfm.202407571
  • “Exploring the effects of the alkaline earth metal cations on the electronic structure, photostability and radiation hardness of lead halide perovskites” – Materials Today Energy (2024-10) ⚡, DOI: 10.1016/j.mtener.2024.101687
  • “Enhanced radiation hardness of lead halide perovskite absorber materials via incorporation of Dy²⁺ cations” – Chemical Engineering Journal (2024-08) 🧪, DOI: 10.1016/j.cej.2024.152522
  • “Experimental evaluation of indium(i) iodide as a lead-free perovskite-inspired material for photovoltaic applications” – Journal of Materials Chemistry C (2022) 📑, DOI: 10.1039/D1TC05583F
  • “Temperature Dependence of Photochemical Degradation of MAPbBr₃ Perovskite Coatings” – Coatings (2022-07-28) 🎨, DOI: 10.3390/coatings12081066
  • “Improving stability of perovskite solar cells using fullerene-polymer composite electron transport layer” – Synthetic Metals (2022-05) 💡, DOI: 10.1016/j.synthmet.2022.117028
  • “Temperature Dynamics of MAPbI₃ and PbI₂ Photolysis: Revealing the Interplay between Light and Heat, Two Enemies of Perovskite Photovoltaics” – The Journal of Physical Chemistry Letters (2021-05-13) 🌞, DOI: 10.1021/acs.jpclett.1c00883
  • “Novel (X‐DADAD)ₙ Polymers with Phenylene and Fluorene Blocks as Promising Electronic Materials for Organic and Perovskite Solar Cells” – physica status solidi (a) (2021-04) 🧩, DOI: 10.1002/pssa.202000816
  • “When iodide meets bromide: halide mixing facilitates the light-induced decomposition of perovskite absorber films” – Nano Energy (2021-04) ⚡, DOI: 10.1016/j.nanoen.2021.106082

 

 

Jianmin Li | Solar cell | Best Researcher Award

Posted on by ScienceFather

Assoc Prof Dr. Jianmin Li | Solar cell | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Jianmin Li, Wuhan University, China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jianmin Li 🎓🔬 is an accomplished academic at Wuhan University, specializing in thin-film solar cells since February 2023. He previously served as an associate research fellow at the same institution and completed his postdoctoral fellowship at The Chinese University of Hong Kong. His research focuses on CIGS and antimony-based thin-film materials, achieving significant breakthroughs in solar cell efficiency. Dr. Li has published extensively, including high-impact articles in Energy & Environmental Science and Advanced Materials, and holds multiple patents. He is also a member of the China Renewable Energy Society and serves as a Topic Editor for Energies magazine. 🌞📚

Publication profile

Scopus

Orcid

Google Scholar

Education

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jianmin Li is an esteemed academic at Wuhan University, where he has been an associate professor in the College of Physical Sciences and Technology since February 2023, focusing on thin-film solar cells. His academic journey includes roles as an associate research fellow and postdoctoral fellow at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, where he specialized in the same field. He earned his PhD in material physics and chemistry from the University of Science and Technology of China. With a strong background in electronic science and technology, Dr. Li is committed to advancing solar energy research. 🌱📚

 

Professional Background

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jianmin Li is an accomplished associate professor and master tutor at the School of Physical Science and Technology at Wuhan University. As a member of the China Renewable Energy Society, he specializes in the research of inorganic thin-film materials and solar cells, particularly CIGS and antimony-based materials. His recent breakthroughs in the field have set new records for efficiency, notably achieving 10.7% for Sb₂(S, Se)₃ solar cells in November 2021 and 10.57% for pure Se Sb₂Se₃ batteries in October 2022. 📈🌿

Research Contributions

Dr. Li has presided over and contributed to numerous projects, including funding from the National Natural Science Foundation of China and the Hubei Natural Science Foundation. His research output is impressive, with over 70 published papers in prestigious journals such as Energy & Environmental Science, Advanced Materials, and Nano Energy. Additionally, he has applied for seven Chinese patents, with three already authorized. 📝🔍

Publication Top Notes

  • A fast chemical approach towards Sb₂S₃ film with a large grain size for high-performance planar heterojunction solar cells 📝 (Cited by: 172, 2017)
  • Regulating Energy Band Alignment via Alkaline Metal Fluoride Assisted Solution Post‐Treatment Enabling Sb₂(S, Se)₃ Solar Cells with 10.7% Efficiency 📝 (Cited by: 152, 2022)
  • Regulating Deposition Kinetics via A Novel Additive-assisted Chemical Bath Deposition Technology Enables 10.57%-efficient Sb₂Se₃ Solar Cells 📝 (Cited by: 119, 2022)
  • A Novel Multi-sulfur Source Collaborative Chemical Bath Deposition Technology Enables 8%-efficiency Sb₂S₃ Planar Solar Cells 📝 (Cited by: 110, 2022)
  • Selenium‐graded Sb₂(S₁−ₓSeₓ)₃ for planar heterojunction solar cell delivering a certified power conversion efficiency of 5.71% 📝 (Cited by: 95, 2017)
  • Cu₂SnS₃ solar cells fabricated by chemical bath deposition–annealing of SnS/Cu stacked layers 📝 (Cited by: 73, 2016)
  • Enhancing photocurrent of Cu(In, Ga)Se₂ solar cells with actively controlled Ga grading in the absorber layer 📝 (Cited by: 52, 2019)
  • Highly efficient wide-band-gap perovskite solar cells fabricated by sequential deposition method 📝 (Cited by: 43, 2021)
  • Zinc-based Electron Transport Materials for Over 9.6%-Efficient S-rich Sb₂(S, Se)₃ Solar Cells 📝 (Cited by: 43, 2021)
  • Highly oriented GeSe thin film: self-assembly growth via the sandwiching post-annealing treatment and its solar cell performance 📝 (Cited by: 43, 2019)

Conclusion

Dr. Jianmin Li’s extensive research contributions, significant achievements in solar cell technology, high publication record, and active role in academia and professional societies, he is indeed a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His work not only advances scientific knowledge but also addresses critical issues in renewable energy.