Rawaa Samir | Phase Transformation | Research Excellence Award

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Ms. Rawaa Samir | Phase Transformation | Research Excellence Award

Babylon University | Iraq

Assistant Lecturer at the University of Babylon, specializing in Ceramic Engineering and Building Materials, with a Master’s degree in the same field. Academic duties include undergraduate teaching, course planning, curriculum development, and participation in academic and examination committees. Research focuses on zeolite-based geopolymer materials, high-performance and sustainable ceramic and building materials, and green material technologies. Scholarly output includes 3 documents, 6 citations, and an h-index of 2, reflecting growing research impact. No formal awards have been reported to date. Overall, the academic profile demonstrates a strong commitment to sustainability-driven materials research, education quality, and environmentally responsible engineering solutions.

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Yingping Zou | Advanced Materials | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Yingping Zou | Advanced Materials | Research Excellence Award

Central South University | China

Yingping Zou is a full professor at Central South University (CSU) known for her impactful work in organic optoelectronic materials. She earned her B.S. and M.S. degrees from Xiangtan University and later completed her Ph.D. at the Institute of Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences (ICCAS). Following her doctoral studies, she conducted postdoctoral research at Laval University and later carried out visiting research at Stanford University, further strengthening her expertise in advanced material design. Her research focuses on developing high-performance organic small molecules and polymers for optoelectronic devices, emphasizing molecular engineering, device physics, and sustainable energy materials. She has authored more than 300 peer-reviewed publications in top journals such as Joule, Nature Photonics, Energy & Environmental Science, Advanced Materials, and Journal of the American Chemical Society. She has received multiple recognitions for her contributions to materials chemistry and device innovation. Overall, her scientific career highlights sustained excellence in research, leadership in organic semiconductor development, and a dedication to advancing next-generation optoelectronic technologies.

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Ramin Ebrahimi | Mechanical Metallurgy | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Ramin Ebrahimi | Mechanical Metallurgy | Best Researcher Award

Shiraz University | Iran

Ramin Ebrahimi is a leading researcher in materials science and engineering, with deep expertise in metal forming, severe plastic deformation (SPD) techniques, and processing of ultrafine-grained (UFG) and nanostructured materials. His research encompasses a broad spectrum of metal forming processes  including die design, metal flow, friction modeling, microstructural evolution during deformation, and thermomechanical processing. Over the past two decades, his group has pioneered novel SPD-based methods such as Dual Equal Channel Extrusion, Simple Shear Extrusion, Cyclic Expansion Extrusion, Vortex Extrusion, Circular Simple Shear Extrusion, Twin Parallel-Channel Angular Extrusion, and Double Twin Parallel-Channel Angular Extrusion  achieving high-quality UFG and nanomaterials from aluminum alloys, copper, magnesium alloys, TWIP steel, and IF steel. His work has opened pathways for advanced applications including biodegradable magnesium-based implants. With a portfolio of over journal papers, supervision of numerous M.Sc. and Ph.D. students, and leadership of a research team, his scholarly impact is significant. He also contributes to the scientific community as founder and Editor-in-Chief of a specialized journal, and serves on multiple editorial boards. The h-index of 29 than documentation is 112 and citation over 3142. Ebrahimi’s research excellence has been recognized through honors such as “hot paper” selection and high citation impact. His ongoing work continues to push the frontier of metal forming science and advanced material processing for sustainable and high-performance applications.

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Ebrahimi, R. (2010). Different processing routes for deformation via simple shear extrusion (SSE). Journal of Materials Processing Technology.

Ebrahimi, R., & Pardis, N. (2015). An analytical approach for simple shear extrusion process with a linear die profile. Materials & Design, 83, 1–10.

Ebrahimi, R. (2021). Iranian Journal of Materials Forming. Iranian Journal of Materials Forming, 8(1), 2-3. 

Ebrahimi, R., & Davoodi, A. (2011). Effect of thermomechanical parameters on dynamically recrystallized grain size of AZ91 magnesium alloy. Materials Science and Engineering A.

Ebrahimi, R., & Solhjoo, S. (2007). Characteristic points of stress–strain curve at high temperature. Journal of Materials Processing Technology.

Hao Xu | Metal Forming | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Hao Xu | Metal Forming | Research Excellence Award

Nanjing University of Science and Technology | China

Dr. Hao Xu is a Professor of Materials Science and Engineering at Nanjing University of Science and Technology, where his research centers on phase transformation and hot working of metallic and intermetallic materials. He obtained his B.S. from Northeastern University  and earned his Ph.D. in Materials Processing Engineering from the Institute of Metal Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences . Over his career, he has authored more than  high-quality journal articles  published in leading outlets such as Journal of Materials Science & Technology and Corrosion Science and holds over  invention patents. He has led more than research projects as Principal Investigator, demonstrating strong leadership in both fundamental and applied research. In the editorial sphere, he has served as Guest Editor for the special issue “Processing, Structure and Properties of TiAl Alloys” in Crystals and as Associate Editor for the special topic “Intermetallic Compounds” in Precision Forming Engineering. According to his Google Scholar profile, his h-index is 3, with 32 citations than documents 7. His contributions advance the understanding of intermetallic processing, with important implications for lightweight, high-performance materials, and he continues to mentor students and drive innovation in the field.

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Xu, H., Li, X. B., Xing, W. W., Shu, L., Ma, Y. C., & Liu, K. (2018). Phase transformation behavior of a Mn-containing β-solidifying γ-TiAl alloy during continuous cooling. Intermetallics, 99, 51–58.

Li, X., Xu, H., Xing, W., Chen, B., Ma, Y., & Liu, K. (2018). Phase transformation behavior of a β-solidifying γ-TiAl-based alloy from different phase regions with various cooling methods. Metals, 8(9), 731.

Xu, H., Li, X. B., Xing, W. W., Shu, L., Ma, Y. C., & Liu, K. (2018). Processing map and hot working mechanism of as-cast Ti–42Al–5Mn alloy. Advanced Engineering Materials, 20(6), 1701059.

Xu, H., Li, X. B., Xing, W. W., Shu, L., Ma, Y. C., & Liu, K. (2019). Solidification pathway and phase transformation behavior in a β-solidified γ-TiAl based alloy. Journal of Materials Science & Technology, 35(11), 2652–2657.

Liu, X., Song, L., Stark, A., Lorenz, U., He, Z., Lin, J., Pyczak, F., & Zhang, T. (2022). Deformation and phase transformation behaviors of a high Nb-containing TiAl alloy compressed at intermediate temperatures. Journal of Materials Science & Technology, 102, 89–96.

Kechang Shen | Non-Ferrous Metals | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Kechang Shen | Non-Ferrous Metals | Best Researcher Award

Ludong University | China

Dr. Kechang Shen is a researcher in Materials Science and Engineering with expertise in metallic alloys, corrosion resistance, and electrocatalysis. He earned his PhD in Materials Science and Engineering from Shandong University and currently works at Ludong University. His research focuses on the design and characterization of gold-based and copper-based alloys, exploring their structural, mechanical, and catalytic properties for applications in energy conversion and aerospace systems. He has authored more than 18 peer-reviewed papers in international journals such as Journal of Materials Engineering and Performance, RSC Advances, and Journal of Alloys and Compounds. His works have collectively received over 153 citations with an h-index of 8 and document is 19. His studies include advances in nanoporous gold catalysts, colored gold alloys, and Cu–Cr–Zr rail materials for electromagnetic launch systems. He has led multiple national and provincial research projects and holds several patents related to rocket transport and launch technologies. His research interests include alloy microstructure, electrocatalytic mechanisms, corrosion resistance, and the development of multifunctional structural materials. He continues to contribute to innovative materials solutions for aerospace and energy technologies.

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Li, G., Chen, S., Li, Y., Liu, X., Li, F., Wang, P., Zang, G., Li, J., Ding, X., & Shen, K. (2025). Research on the structure, hardness, and corrosion resistance of colored 18 K gold. Journal of Materials Engineering and Performance.

Shen, K., Gong, Q., Sun, Z., Sun, H., Ma, B., & Wang, W. (2024). Damage characteristics of Cu–Cr–Zr alloy rail of electromagnetic railgun after simulated launch. Transactions of Nonferrous Metals Society of China, 34(8), 2589–2604.

Shen, K., Gong, Q., Zhang, H., Li, K., Sun, Z., Li, G., Hu, X., Liu, L., & Wang, W. (2022). Role of composition and texture on bifunctional catalytic performance of extruded Au–Cu alloys. RSC Advances, 12(35), 22492–22502.

Shen, K., Sun, H., Li, K., Liang, G., Gong, Q., Yan, Z., Kim, K., & Wang, W. (2021). Effect of chemical corrosion and alloying on the catalytic activity of 18 carat gold for the electro-oxidation of HCOOH. Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 863, 158080.

Shen, K., Li, G., Chen, Q., Zhang, L.-C., & Wang, W. (2020). Catalytic activity of extruded and annealed Au–Ag alloys for the electro-oxidation of CH₃OH and HCOOH. Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 815, 152409.

Abbas Saeed Hakeem | Physical Metallurgy | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Abbas Saeed Hakeem | Physical Metallurgy | Best Researcher Award

King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals | Saudi Arabia

Dr Abbas Saeed Hakeem is a distinguished materials scientist and academic specializing in advanced materials, metallurgical engineering, and nanostructured composites. He holds degrees in Materials Science and Metallurgical Engineering and a PhD in Materials Chemistry, with research focusing on Sialon hard materials and the synthesis and characterization of oxynitride and Ln-SiON glasses. His academic career spans extensive teaching and research in ceramics, thermodynamics, alloy production, and advanced material processing. Currently serving as a Senior Scientist and Associate Professor at the Interdisciplinary Research Centre for Hydrogen Technologies & Carbon Management (IRC-HTCM), King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM), his research emphasizes the development of hard, light, and hybrid materials, nanocomposites, and advanced sintering techniques. His scholarly impact includes an h-index of 37, over 4,922 citations, and 210 indexed documents. Dr Hakeem’s work bridges academia and industry, contributing significantly to sustainable materials development, hydrogen technologies, and carbon management establishing him as a leading figure in interdisciplinary engineering research.

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Hakeem, A. S., Al-Aqeeli, N., & Laoui, T. (2015). A review on synthesis, properties, and applications of nanostructured aluminum matrix composites. Materials, 8(9), 6203–6241.

Hakeem, A. S., Laoui, T., Al-Aqeeli, N., & Saheb, N. (2014). Recent advances in metal matrix composites reinforced with carbon nanotubes and graphene: A review. Composites Part B: Engineering, 67, 231–248.

Hakeem, A. S., & Grins, J. (2005). Novel routes for the synthesis and characterization of Ln–Si–O–N and Ln–Si–Al–O–N glasses. Journal of Non-Crystalline Solids, 351(14–15), 1204–1211.

Hakeem, A. S., & Al-Aqeeli, N. (2017). Sintering and characterization of nanostructured aluminum alloys reinforced with ceramic nanoparticles. Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 695, 2826–2835.

Hakeem, A. S., Laoui, T., & Al-Aqeeli, N. (2013). Mechanical behavior and microstructural characteristics of spark plasma sintered aluminum matrix nanocomposites. Materials Science and Engineering: A, 563, 154–162.