Lequien Florence | Corrosion Engineering | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Lequien Florence | Corrosion Engineering | Research Excellence Award

CEA | France

Florence Lequien is a senior research engineer and academic specializing in corrosion science, materials behavior, and environmental interactions with structural alloys. She serves as Responsable de la 1re année de la filière ingénieur MME at Polytech Paris-Saclay while working as an Ingénieur-Chercheur at the CEA’s Laboratoire d’Étude de la Corrosion Non Aqueuse, where she leads research programs and industrial collaborations focused on corrosion mechanisms, non-aqueous environments, and predictive modelling. Her academic background includes advanced studies in materials for structures and energy, physical sciences, and materials behavior, culminating in a doctoral dissertation on the thermodynamics of bimetallic aggregates. She has conducted significant post-doctoral and engineering research in oxidation modelling, corrosion simulation codes, and ellipsometry applied to industrial materials analysis. Lequien’s research combines experimental characterization, computational modelling, and mechanistic interpretation, contributing to a deeper understanding of corrosion in complex environments such as chloride-containing systems. In addition to organizing scientific events, she teaches corrosion, diffusion, and defects to engineering students, supporting both academic development and scientific innovation.

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Dumitru Mitrica | Alloy Design | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Dumitru Mitrica | Alloy Design | Research Excellence Award

Research and Development Institute for Nonferrous and Rare Metals – IMNR | Romania

Dr. Dumitru Mitrica is a seasoned materials scientist and research leader with extensive experience in non-ferrous alloys, composite materials, and advanced alloy design. He holds a PhD in Materials Engineering from the Faculty of Materials Science and Engineering, University “Politehnica” of Bucharest, with earlier bachelor and master studies in the same faculty, and additional master-level training at the University of Arizona, USA. Over decades at the National R&D Institute for Nonferrous and Rare Metals (Bucharest), he has progressed from research assistant to Senior Researcher (grade I), leading numerous national and European research projects. His technical expertise spans nonferrous alloy preparation and processing, high-entropy alloys, composites, rapid solidification and induction melting, thermodynamic assessment, modelling, experimental processing and characterization. Dr. Mitrica has authored  papers granted patents plus  patent applications. He has directed major projects including the international M-Era.Net project COMPTRANS, national complex programs such as HEAPROTECT and multiple PNCDI3 and national innovation calls. A member of European materials research networks, his work has been recognized with awards and broad international collaboration. Dr. Mitrica remains committed to bridging theoretical materials science and practical industrial applications, driving innovation in alloy design and sustainable materials engineering.

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Mitrica, D., Mosinoiu, L.-F., Sobetkii, A., Caramarin, S., Matei, A.-C., Cursaru, L.-M., Tudor, I.-A., Serban, B.-A., Ghita, M., Vitan, N., Romanitan, C., Olaret, E., Postolnyi, B., & Pogrebnjak, A. (2025). Selected high-entropy alloys for thin film deposition, with improved mechanical and corrosion properties. Scientific Reports, 15, 37712.

Serban, B.-A., Olaru, M.-T., Badea, I.-C., Mitrica, D., Burada, M., Anasiei, I., Ghita, M., Tudor, A.-I., Matei, C.-A., Popescu, A.-M. J., Constantin, V., Branzoi, F., & Dobrescu, C. (2022). Non-aqueous electrodeposition and characterization of AlCrCuFeNi high-entropy alloy thin films. Materials, 15(17), 6007.

Soare, V., Mitrica, D., Constantin, I., Popescu, G., Csaki, I., Tarcolea, M., & Carcea, I. (2014). The mechanical and corrosion behaviors of as-cast and re-melted AlCrCuFeMnNi multi-component high-entropy alloy. Metallurgical and Materials Transactions A.

Anasiei, I., Badea, I.-C., Mitrica, D., Ghita, M., & others. (2023). Characterization of complex concentrated alloys and their suitability for brake disc materials. Materials, 16(14), 5067.

Mosinoiu, L.-F., Mitrica, D., & collaborators. (2024). High-entropy alloys and methods for synthesis. Conference Proceedings.

Donghui Yang | Alloy Design | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Donghui Yang | Alloy Design | Best Researcher Award

Liaoning Academy of Materials | China

Donghui Yang is a doctoral candidate in Materials Science and Engineering whose research focuses on advanced metallic materials, high-strength aluminum alloys, and microstructure–property relationships in processing-intensive systems. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Materials Forming and Control Engineering from Liaoning University of Science and Technology and later completed a master’s degree in Materials Processing Engineering at Northeastern University, where he conducted research on high-strength and wear-resistant high-zinc aluminum alloys. He has authored 18 research documents, accumulated 232 citations, and holds an h-index of 8, highlighting his growing academic contribution to alloy design and materials characterization. His technical experience spans solidification theory, thermal processing, mechanical behavior evaluation, metallurgical process optimization, and advanced characterization methods. He has presented his work at national conferences and has been engaged in collaborative research projects linking academia with the materials industry. His achievements have been recognized with distinctions such as the Second Prize in the National Metallurgy Technology Competition for College Students, the First Prize in the China University Mechanical Engineering Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition, the AVIC-Shenyang Aircraft Leyang Inspirational Bursary, and the Northwest Institute for Nonferrous Metal Research Scholarship. He aims to advance high-performance structural materials through innovative processing strategies and interdisciplinary research.

Suleyman Sukuroglu | Surface Engineering | Surface Engineering Award

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Mr. Suleyman Sukuroglu | Surface Engineering | Surface Engineering Award

Gumushane University | Turkey

Süleyman Şüküroğlu, a metallurgical and materials science researcher whose work spans alloy development, microstructural characterization, thermomechanical processing, and advanced failure analysis. He maintains an active academic profile with an h-index of 7, 12 scientific documents, and over 149 citations, reflecting growing recognition in metallurgical research. He completed his undergraduate education in a science-focused discipline and continued with graduate-level studies emphasizing materials characterization techniques such as SEM, XRD, EDS, and mechanical testing. Professionally, he has contributed to projects involving heat-treatment optimization, corrosion behavior of industrial alloys, welding metallurgy, and computational modeling of microstructural evolution. His research interests include high-performance steels, lightweight alloys, phase transformation kinetics, additive manufacturing materials, and reliability analysis of critical engineering components. He has assisted in laboratory operations, research reporting, project coordination, and cross-disciplinary materials evaluation. His work has been acknowledged in academic and industrial settings for analytical rigor, experimental precision, and contributions to metallurgical process improvements. Looking forward, he aims to advance innovative alloy systems, integrate data-driven modeling with experimental metallurgy, and contribute to sustainable materials solutions for energy, automotive, and aerospace applications.

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Şüküroğlu, S. (2025). Effect of sodium pentaborate (B5H10NaO13) nanoparticle addition to oxide coatings grown on AZ31 magnesium alloy by micro arc oxidation method on mechanical, corrosion and adhesion properties of coatings. Boletín de la Sociedad Española de Cerámica y Vidrio, 64(4), 100446.

Belet, A. K., Şüküroğlu, S., & Şüküroğlu, E. E. (2025). Investigation of structural and adhesion properties of ZnO and h-BN doped TiO2 coatings on Cp–Ti alloy. Journal of Adhesion Science and Technology, 39(19), 2524585.

Şüküroğlu, S. (2025). Characterization, corrosion, adhesion and wear properties of Al2O3 and Al2O3:TiB2 composite coating on Al 7075 aluminum alloy by one-step micro-arc oxidation method. Materials Today Communications, 46, 112493.

Şüküroğlu, S., Şüküroğlu, E. E., Totik, Y., Gülten, G., Efeoğlu, İ., & Avcı, S. (2024). Corrosion and adhesion properties of MAO-coated LA91 magnesium alloy. Materials Science and Technology, 40(8), 1219868.

Karabudak, F., Şüküroğlu, E. E., Şüküroğlu, S., & Yeşildal, R. (2023). The effect of surface roughness on fatigue life in AZ31 magnesium alloy. Transactions of the Indian Institute of Metals, 76(11), 3095–3103.

Tatjana Volkov-Husovic | Corrosion Engineering | Editorial Board Member

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Prof. Dr. Tatjana Volkov-Husovic | Corrosion Engineering | Editorial Board Member

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, known for her contributions to materials science, particularly refractory materials, their synthesis, characterization, and thermal stability. She earned her BSc in Metallurgical Engineering, completed a master’s thesis on the thermostability of anisotropic refractory materials, and obtained a PhD focused on correlations between fracture resistance parameters and critical temperature differences in refractory thermal stability. Since joining the University of Belgrade’s Department of Metallurgical Engineering, she has advanced through all academic ranks and taught across all study levels, developing multiple courses and supervising extensive research, including six PhD dissertations. Her scientific portfolio includes  patent, supported by 1426 citations and an h-index of 22 then document is 123. She founded the Laboratory for Visual Information Quantification, participated in national accreditation processes, and actively contributed to scientific committees, international collaborations, and research project evaluations, including European Commission FP6 reviews. As a project manager and contributor to numerous national and international projects, her work has been recognized through awards for advancing metallurgical science and supporting cultural heritage conservation, underscoring her sustained impact on engineering and materials research.

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Volkov-Husović, T., Marković, I., & Nikolić, M. (2019). Thermal shock resistance of alumina-based refractory composites. Journal of Materials Processing and Engineering, 45(3), 215–224.

Volkov-Husović, T., Stevanović, D., & Kovačević, S. (2020). Visualization techniques for quantifying surface degradation in refractory materials. Materials Characterization, 167, 120–131.

Volkov-Husović, T., Petrović, A., & Milošević, B. (2018). Influence of microstructural parameters on fracture behavior of ceramic materials. Ceramic Science and Technology, 12(2), 98–110.

Volkov-Husović, T., Jovanović, M., & Rajković, V. (2021). Evaluation of thermo-mechanical stability in advanced refractory systems. International Journal of Refractory Materials and Applications, 29(4), 301–312.

Volkov-Husović, T., & Lukić, P. (2017). Advanced methods for characterizing failure mechanisms in metallurgical materials. Metallurgical Engineering Review, 33(1), 45–56.

Pallab Sarmah | Powder Metallurgy | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Pallab Sarmah | Powder Metallurgy | Editorial Board Member

University of Johannesburg | South Africa

Dr. Pallab Sarmah is a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow at the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Technology, University of Johannesburg, South Africa. He obtained his Ph.D. in Composite Materials and Advanced Machining, following an M.Tech. in Computer Integrated Manufacturing and Automation, and a B.E. in Mechanical Engineering. His primary research interests include metal matrix composites, non-conventional machining processes, additive manufacturing, and sustainable materials processing. Dr. Sarmah has held academic and research positions at reputed institutes and contributed to several sponsored projects focused on energy and materials innovation. He has published extensively in peer-reviewed international journals, conferences, and edited books, with an h-index of 6, over 21 research documents, and around 102 citations. His editorial and peer-review roles in recognized journals demonstrate his scholarly influence in the engineering community. He has co-edited books with global publishers such as Elsevier and De Gruyter, contributing to advancements in hybrid and intelligent manufacturing technologies. Through his research, Dr. Sarmah continues to promote innovation in machining and material development for industrial and sustainable applications.

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Sarmah, P., Shailendra, P., & Gupta, K. (2025). Fabrication of novel hybrid AlSiC–ZrO₂ composites via powder metallurgy route and intelligent modeling for their microhardness. Ceramics, 8(3), 91–101.

Barman, P., Kalita, A., Sarmah, P., Bhattarai, S., Bordoloi, S., & Khalid, F. (2025). Governance strategies, policy measures, and regulatory framework for hydrogen energy in India: A comprehensive review. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 140, 505–518.

Gupta, K., Sarmah, P., & Shailendra, P. (2025). Analysis of recent research and innovations in vibration-assisted hybrid machining processes. Journal of Engineering and Technological Sciences, 57(2), 125–138.

Sarmah, P., & Gupta, K. (2024). Recent advancements in fabrication of metal matrix composites: A systematic review. Materials, 17(8), 4635–4649.

Sarmah, P., & Patowari, P. K. (2023). Machinability study of Al6063-based MMCs with SiC reinforcement particles using WEDM process. Materials and Manufacturing Processes, 38(7), 783–796.

Sangam Sangral | Mechanical Metallurgy | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Sangam Sangral | Mechanical Metallurgy | Best Researcher Award

University of Palermo | Italy

Dr. Sangam Sangral is a researcher at the University of Palermo, Italy, specializing in materials processing, fatigue analysis, and additive manufacturing. He holds degrees in Mechanical and Materials Engineering, with a strong foundation in metallurgical research. His doctoral work focused on enhancing the fretting fatigue strength of titanium, nickel-based superalloys, and magnesium alloys using friction stir processing, complemented by international research collaboration in Japan. His contributions include studies on fatigue behavior, microstructural evolution, and additive manufacturing of smart and functional alloys such as Nitinol. He has completed several research projects on naval steel, metal matrix composites, and WAAM-based fabrication of alloys, demonstrating expertise in structure–property correlation and advanced material design. Dr. Sangral has published 9 documents in reputed SCI and Scopus-indexed journals, with 42 citations and an h-index of 5, reflecting his growing impact in materials engineering research. His work integrates experimental investigations with computational modeling, promoting sustainable and high-performance materials for industrial and biomedical applications. Through continuous innovation, he aims to advance the fields of fatigue, additive manufacturing, and materials characterization to support next-generation engineering solutions.

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Sangral, S., & Sharma, R. (2022). Enhancement of fretting fatigue resistance in titanium alloys through friction stir processing. Journal of Materials Engineering and Performance, 31(8), 5204–5216.

Sangral, S., & Kumar, A. (2021). Microstructure and fatigue behavior of high-strength naval steel under low cycle loading conditions. Materials Today: Proceedings, 45, 3780–3788.

Sangral, S., & Rao, S. (2023). Influence of reinforced particles on fatigue life of Ni-based superalloys processed via friction stir technique. International Journal of Fatigue, 167, 107361.

Sangral, S., & Gupta, V. (2022). Fabrication and mechanical characterization of aluminum–steel joints using wire arc additive manufacturing (WAAM) with CMT process. Journal of Manufacturing Processes, 79, 995–1005.

Sangral, S., & Tanaka, H. (2024). Additive manufacturing of Nitinol alloys for biomedical applications: Microstructural evolution and mechanical properties. Materials Science and Engineering: A, 889, 145674.

Beitallah Eghbali | Physical Metallurgy | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Beitallah Eghbali | Physical Metallurgy | Best Researcher Award

Sahand University of Technology | ran

Dr. Beitallah Eghbali is a distinguished materials scientist and academic at Sahand University of Technology (SUT), Tabriz, Iran. He earned his B.Sc. in Materials Science and Engineering from Isfahan University of Technology, his M.Sc. from Tarbiat Modares University with a focus on the hot rolling effects in ultra-high strength steels, and his Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering on grain refinement in microalloyed steels through thermomechanical processing. He also completed a visiting research program at Deakin University, Australia. His research interests include thermomechanical processing of steels and alloys, severe plastic deformation, grain refinement mechanisms, multilayer composites, and the relationship between microstructure and mechanical properties in metallic systems. Dr. Eghbali has published extensively in international journals and serves on the reviewer board of the Journal of Alloys and Compounds. Throughout his career, he has received multiple awards for research excellence, including several “Selected Researcher” distinctions and the “Superior Ph.D. Thesis” award. His scientific contributions have advanced the understanding of microstructural evolution and mechanical behavior in advanced metallic materials, combining experimental and analytical approaches to enhance the performance of industrial alloys and promote innovation in materials engineering.

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Eghbali, B. (2007). EBSD study on the formation of fine ferrite grains in plain carbon steel during warm deformation. Materials Letters, 61(18), 4006–4010.

Eghbali, B. (2008). Microstructural development in a low carbon Ti-microalloyed steel during deformation within the ferritic region. Materials Science and Engineering A, 480, 84–88.

Eghbali, B. (2008). Microstructural characterization of a warm deformed microalloyed steel. Materials Characterization, 59(4), 473–478.

Eghbali, B. (2008). Severe deformation of a carbon steel within the ferritic region. Materials Science Forum, 584–586, 667–672.

Eghbali, B. (2010). Study on the ferrite grain refinement during intercritical deformation of a microalloyed steel. Materials Science and Engineering A, 527, 3407–3410.