Pingli Qin | Photovoltaic device | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Pingli Qin | Photovoltaic device | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Pingli Qin, Wuhan Institute of Technoglogy, China

Prof. Dr. Pingli Qin is a distinguished researcher in optical functional materials and solar cell devices, currently serving as a faculty member at Wuhan Institute of Technology. With over 90 SCI publications, including first-author papers in Advanced Materials and Energy & Environmental Science, she has made significant contributions to sustainable energy research. Recognized among the World’s Top 2% Scientists (Stanford List, 2020-2024), she actively mentors students, leading them to national and provincial competition victories. Her research spans organic and perovskite photovoltaic cells, with multiple granted patents. She also holds editorial roles and serves on university academic committees. 📚🔬

Publication Profile

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🎓 Education

Prof. Qin earned her doctoral degree in materials science, specializing in optical functional materials and photovoltaic devices. Her academic journey includes extensive research in thin-film technology, semiconductor materials, and nanocomposites. She has been awarded prestigious postdoctoral fellowships, including the Special Postdoctoral Science Foundation of China and the General Postdoctoral Science Foundation of China. Her work in perovskite and organic solar cells has been widely recognized, leading to major research grants from national and provincial scientific bodies. She continues to contribute to the advancement of sustainable energy solutions through innovative research and high-impact publications. 🎓🔬

👩‍🏫 Experience

With a strong academic and research background, Prof. Qin has dedicated her career to advancing solar cell technologies and optical functional materials. As a faculty member at Wuhan Institute of Technology, she has played a pivotal role in both research and teaching, mentoring students who have won multiple national and provincial awards. She has contributed significantly to applied materials science, securing numerous competitive research grants. Her editorial work and committee roles further highlight her leadership in academia, ensuring high-quality scientific advancements in photovoltaic and energy materials research. Her collaborations extend across industry and academia globally. 📖🔬

🏆 Awards & Honors

Prof. Qin’s excellence in research and innovation has been recognized with numerous awards, including the 1st Prize in the Provincial Scientific Progress Award and the 3rd Prize in the Natural Science Award. Her groundbreaking contributions to photovoltaic materials earned her a spot among the World’s Top 2% Scientists (Stanford List, 2020-2024). She has successfully led students to win five national and sixteen provincial competition awards. In addition, her work has been acknowledged through multiple high-impact research grants, committee memberships, and editorial roles, establishing her as a leader in sustainable energy research. 🏅🔬

🔍 Research Focus

Prof. Qin specializes in optical functional materials and solar cell devices, with a particular emphasis on organic and perovskite photovoltaic cells. Her research explores innovative materials such as Cr₂O₃, MoO₃/MoS₂ composites, and Cu:CrOₓ thin films for enhancing photovoltaic performance. With over 8,767 citations and an h-index of 42, her work has significantly impacted renewable energy technologies. She actively contributes to the advancement of thin-film solar cells, nanostructured materials, and energy-efficient electronic devices, pushing the boundaries of sustainable energy solutions through groundbreaking research and patented innovations. ⚡🔬

 

Publication Top Notes

  • 📄 Eco-friendly small molecule with polyhydroxyl ketone as buried interface chelator for enhanced carrier dynamics toward high-performance perovskite solar cells – Rui Wu, Bingxin Ding, Shuping Xiao, Xiangbai Chen, Pingli Qin – Science China Materials, 2025 – 0 Citations 📚

  • 📖 Review on the Application of SnO2 in Perovskite Solar Cells – Liangbin Xiong, Yaxiong Guo, Jian Wen, Pingli Qin, Guojia Fang – Advanced Functional Materials, 2018 – 544 Citations 🏆

  • 📘 Tin oxide (SnO2) as effective electron selective layer material in hybrid organic–inorganic metal halide perovskite solar cells – Guang Yang, Pingli Qin, Guojia Fang, Gang Li – Journal of Energy Chemistry, 2018 – 45 Citations ⚡

  • 📑 Effective Carrier-Concentration Tuning of SnO2 Quantum Dot Electron-Selective Layers for High-Performance Planar Perovskite Solar Cells – Guang Yang, Cong Chen, Fang Yao, Yanfa Yan, Guojia Fang – Advanced Materials, 2018 – 376 Citations 🚀

  • 📕 Stable and Efficient Organo-Metal Halide Hybrid Perovskite Solar Cells via π-Conjugated Lewis Base Polymer Induced Trap Passivation and Charge Extraction – Pingli Qin, Guang Yang, Zhiwei Ren, Jianhui Hou, Gang Li – Advanced Materials, 2018 – 275 Citations 🌿

  • 📙 Room-temperature processed tin oxide thin film as effective hole blocking layer for planar perovskite solar cells – Hong Tao, Zhibin Ma, Guang Yang, Pingli Qin, Guojia Fang – Applied Surface Science, 2018 – 50 Citations 🧪

 

 

Hala El-Khozondar | Solar Cells | Best Researcher Award

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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.

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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.