Stanislav Rusz | Metal Forming | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Dr. Stanislav Rusz | Metal Forming | Research Excellence Award

Technical University of Ostrava | Czech Republic

Professor Stanislav Rusz, DSc., is a distinguished expert in engineering technology with extensive academic and research experience in metal forming. He earned his CSc. degree in forming technology and progressed to full professorship through pioneering research and academic leadership. He has supervised numerous doctoral and graduate theses and led advanced laboratories focused on innovative forming technologies. His research interests include severe plastic deformation, ultrafine-grained materials, ECAP, DRECE, magnesium and aluminum alloys, and numerical simulation of forming processes. Professor Rusz has published 186 scientific documents with over 1,104 citations and an h-index of 18. He is a recipient of international scientific awards and is widely recognized for his lasting contributions to materials engineering.

 

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Maryam Sunusi | Materials Characterization | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Maryam Sunusi | Materials Characterization | Research Excellence Award

National Biosafety Management Agency | Nigeria

Maryam Adamu Sunusi is a PhD researcher in Physics at Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia with academic training spanning BSc and MSc degrees in Physics from Nigerian universities. Her research interests focus on sustainable materials, ceramic and composite processing, waste-derived materials, materials characterization, and renewable energy materials, with particular emphasis on palm oil fuel ash–based ceramics. She has authored 3 peer-reviewed research documents with an h-index of 0 and 0 citations to date. She has gained extensive research and professional experience through doctoral and master’s research, materials characterization techniques, and her role as a Principal Scientific Officer. She is a recipient of the TÜBİTAK–UNESCO–TWAS Postgraduate Fellowship, contributing to sustainable materials development and applied materials science.

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Rawaa Samir | Phase Transformation | Research Excellence Award

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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Alena Zhilicheva | Materials Characterization | Young Scientist Award

Dr. Alena Zhilicheva | Materials Characterization | Young Scientist Award

Institute of the Earth’s Crust SB RAS | Russia

Alena Zhilicheva is a PhD researcher in analytical chemistry with an h-index of 4, 15 scientific documents, and 69 citations (Scopus). She received her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Chemistry from Irkutsk State University and completed postgraduate research at the Institute of the Earth’s Crust SB RAS, earning a PhD in 2025. Her research focuses on total-reflection X-ray fluorescence (TXRF), elemental analysis of ores, spectral interference, and sample preparation strategies. She has published in high-impact international journals and actively contributes to interlaboratory comparisons and applied geochemical analysis, strengthening modern analytical methodologies.

 

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Sunilkumar D | Metallurgical Recycling | Research Excellence Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Sunilkumar D | Metallurgical Recycling | Research Excellence Award

NIT Silchar | India

Dr. Sunilkumar Dhasan is an Assistant Professor at the National Institute of Technology Silchar with expertise in advanced welding, friction stir processing, surface engineering, and composite development. He obtained his Ph.D. in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering from NIT Tiruchirappalli and has academic and research experience at IIT Bombay, IIEST Shibpur, and IGCAR Kalpakkam. His research focuses on solid-state and dissimilar metal joining, microstructure–property–corrosion relationships, and high-temperature materials. He has published 24 peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters, with an h-index of 7 and 124 citations. He has received multiple Best Paper Awards and is actively involved in teaching, mentoring research scholars, and developing a strong externally funded research program in advanced materials and manufacturing.

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Marzanna Ksiazek | Surface Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Marzanna Ksiazek | Surface Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Akademia Górniczo-Hutnicza w Krakowie im. Stanisława Staszica | Poland

A materials scientist at the Faculty of Non-Ferrous Metals, AGH University of Cracow, Poland, with professional experience since 2016 and leadership of the Department of Materials Science and Engineering of Non-Ferrous Metals. Research activities focus on surface engineering and advanced joining technologies, including thermal spray coatings, thermal spraying technologies, metal–ceramic joints, liquid-phase bonding, adhesion and interface phenomena, and composite coatings. The scientific output includes 37 articles in international journals with 349 citations and an H-index of 10. Research contributions address liquid-phase metal–ceramic bonding and the microstructure and adhesion of thermally sprayed ceramic coatings on aluminum and cast iron alloys. Recognition includes the 3rd-degree Rector’s Award.

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Sodiq Yusuf | Materials Characterization | Publications Impact Award

Mr. Sodiq Yusuf | Materials Characterization | Publications Impact Award

University of Idaho | United States

Sodiq Babatunde Yusuf is an environmental and materials scientist with interdisciplinary training in natural resources conservation, environmental science, data science, and microelectronics fabrication. His work integrates sustainability science, green chemistry, and process optimization to advance low-impact materials and manufacturing systems. His research focuses on industrial hemp, lignocellulosic fibers, polymer composites, life cycle assessment, and emission reduction technologies. He has extensive experience in environmental compliance, laboratory safety, and regulatory reporting aligned with OSHA, EPA, and DEQ frameworks, and has received recognition for leadership and innovation in global sustainability initiatives.

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Salah Amroune | Mechanical Metallurgy | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Salah Amroune | Mechanical Metallurgy | Best Researcher Award

University of M’sila | Algeria

Professor Salah Amroune is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of M’sila, Algeria, with a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Guelma , a Master’s degree, and an Engineering degree from the University of M’sila. He has extensive academic and research experience in mechanical engineering, materials science, and advanced manufacturing, with a strong focus on bio-composites, natural fiber reinforced materials, machining optimization, fracture mechanics, and numerical modeling. Professor Amroune has authored and co-authored more than 100 peer-reviewed scientific documents indexed in major databases, accumulating several thousand citations and achieving a high h-index 19 according to international  platforms 1458 of citations. His research integrates experimental investigations, statistical optimization methods (RSM, Taguchi, ANN), and finite element modeling to address industrial and sustainability-oriented challenges. He has contributed significantly to high-impact journals in composites, manufacturing engineering, and structural integrity, and actively collaborates with international research teams. His scientific contributions have been recognized through sustained publication productivity, editorial and reviewing activities, and leadership in multidisciplinary research projects. Overall, Professor Amroune’s work advances eco-friendly materials, precision manufacturing, and predictive engineering methods, reinforcing his position as a leading researcher in mechanical and materials engineering.

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Tatjana Volkov-Husovic | Corrosion Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Dr. Tatjana Volkov-Husovic | Corrosion Engineering | Research Excellence Award

University of Belgrade Faculty of Technology and Metallurgy | Serbia

Prof. Dr. Tatjana Volkov-Husović is a full professor at the Faculty of Technology and Metallurgy, University of Belgrade, where she has been continuously employed since 1990 and has held the rank of full professor since 2012. She earned her BSc in Metallurgical Engineering, followed by an MSc (1994) and PhD (1999) in the field of refractory materials and thermal stability. Her academic and professional experience spans teaching at undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral levels, curriculum development, and extensive mentorship of doctoral, graduate, and undergraduate theses. Her research interests focus on materials science, particularly the synthesis, characterization, fracture resistance, thermal stability, and damage mechanisms of refractory and ceramic materials, as well as visual information quantification. Prof. Volkov-Husović has authored or co-authored 124 scientific documents, including high-impact journal papers, monographs, technical solutions, and a registered patent. According to Scopus (1997–2024), her work has received 1460 citations (excluding self- and co-author citations), with an h-index of 22. She has delivered plenary and invited lectures, served on scientific committees of numerous international conferences, and acted as a reviewer for leading journals and national and international research projects, including those of the European Commission. She has managed and participated in multiple scientific and engineering projects and actively contributes to standardization and accreditation bodies. Her contributions have been recognized with national professional awards. Overall, Prof. Volkov-Husović is a leading expert whose academic, scientific, and professional work has significantly advanced materials and metallurgical engineering.

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Hussein Fawzi Hussein | Metallurgical Recycling | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Hussein Fawzi Hussein | Metallurgical Recycling | Research Excellence Award

Scientific Resaerch Commission | Iraq

Dr. Hussein Fawzi Hussein is a materials and metallurgical engineer and researcher affiliated with the Scientific Research Commission, Baghdad, Iraq, where he has served since 2011 as Chief Engineer at the Industrial Applications and Materials Technology Research Center, contributing to applied research and national scientific development. He also holds a leadership role as Director of Metals and Alloys at the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. Dr. Hussein earned his Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from POLITEHNICA Bucharest National University of Science and Technology, Romania, in 2019, following advanced academic and research training in metallurgy and materials engineering. His research interests focus on aluminum and steel alloys, welding and microstructural analysis, renewable energy systems, solar photovoltaic performance, heat exchangers, nanomaterials, and surface thermal analysis under real climatic conditions. He has published 8 scientific documents indexed in Scopus and Web of Science, receiving 17 citations with an h-index of 2, reflecting growing international visibility. Dr. Hussein serves as a reviewer for the International Journal of Renewable Energy Research, demonstrating academic recognition and service to the scientific community. His scholarly contributions bridge materials science and renewable energy applications, supporting sustainable technologies and industrial innovation, and positioning him as an active contributor to interdisciplinary research and applied engineering advancement.

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