Fatma Mouez | Smart Materials | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Fatma Mouez | Smart Materials | Editorial Board Member

Central Metallurgical Research and Development Institute | Egypt

Dr. Fatma Abdel Mouez is a distinguished researcher at the Central Metallurgical Research and Development Institute (CMRDI), specializing in surface protection, corrosion science, and advanced materials. With a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from Ain Shams University, she has over two decades of experience in developing innovative coating technologies and green energy materials. Her research spans electrochemical anti-fouling systems for naval applications, green hydrogen production, and fabrication of advanced electrodes for fuel cell and supercapacitor applications. Dr. Mouez has authored 7 Scopus-Document publications with 65 citations and an h-index of 3, reflecting her impactful scientific contributions. Her pioneering patent, “A novel and eco-friendly technique for synthesis of carbon nanotubes from orange peel” highlights her commitment to sustainable nanotechnology. She has also contributed a chapter to the Springer book Supercapacitors: Current Trends and Future Opportunities. Dr. Mouez’s research excellence bridges material innovation with environmental responsibility, driving advancements in corrosion protection and renewable energy technologies. Her work continues to inspire interdisciplinary collaboration and technological progress in metallurgy and nanomaterials.

Profiles: Scopus 

Featured Publications

Abdel Mouez, F. (2025). Development and evaluation of superhydrophobic carbon nanotube coatings on maraging steel: Corrosion protection and anti-fouling characteristics. Journal of Alloys and Metallurgical Systems.

Abdel Mouez, F. (2024). Comparing three strategies for surface treatment of Mg coated by hexamethylene diamine tetra methylene phosphonic acid for corrosion protection. Surface and Interface Analysis.

Abdel Mouez, F. (2020). Microstructure, hardness, wear, and magnetic properties of (tantalum, niobium) carbide-nickel-sintered composites fabricated from blended and coated particles. Materials Performance and Characterization.

Abdel Mouez, F. (2017). Challenges on synthesis of carbon nanotubes from environmentally friendly green oil using pyrolysis technique. Journal of Analytical and Applied Pyrolysis.

Abdel Mouez, F. (2011). Fabrication and characterization of copper/diamond composites for heat sink application using powder metallurgy. Natural Science.

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.

Profiles: Scopus | Orcid

Featured Publications

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.

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.

Profiles: Scopus | Google Scholar 

Featured Publications

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.

Hatem Ksibi | Mechanical Metallurgy | Best Scholar Award

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Prof. Hatem Ksibi | Mechanical Metallurgy | Best Scholar Award

University of Sfax, IPEIS | Tunisia

Prof. Dr. Eng. Hatem Ksibi is a Full Professor of Chemical Engineering at the University of Sfax and a Senior Researcher at the Laboratory of Materials Applications in Environment, Water and Energy, University of Gafsa. He holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering from the University of Paris–Sorbonne North and an Advanced Diploma in Energy Conversion from the University Pierre and Marie Curie. His academic and research career spans over two decades, focusing on materials science, process engineering, and environmental technologies. His work emphasizes the valorization of industrial by-products such as phosphogypsum, supercritical fluid extraction, powder technology, crystallization processes, and biogas production through anaerobic digestion. Prof. Ksibi integrates advanced numerical modeling, simulation, image analysis, and machine learning techniques in engineering problem-solving and education. He has authored numerous scientific publications, supervised several doctoral theses, and contributed extensively to interdisciplinary research linking theory, experimentation, and sustainable industrial practice. With an h-index of 10, over 305 citations, and more than 39 documents indexed in major scientific databases, he actively reviews for international journals and participates in national and international scientific committees. His research advances sustainable engineering solutions and promotes digital transformation in industrial and environmental systems.

Profiles: Scopus | Google Scholar | Orcid

Featured Publications

Ksibi, H. (2025). Refined covolume approach for heavy alkanes in Abel–Noble EOS at high pressures. International Journal of Thermodynamics, 28(2), 35–44.

Ksibi, H. (2024). Morphology and size comparison of crystallized materials using image-based counting techniques: Conventional vs. supercritical processes. Journal of Chemistry and Technologies, 33(2), 312576.*

Ksibi, H. (2023). Bioactive Chemlali olive derivatives and compounds useful for pharmaceutical purposes: A review. International Journal of Plant Based Pharmaceuticals, 3(2), 215–227.

Ksibi, H. (2024). Valorization of phosphogypsum waste into sustainable materials for environmental applications. Environmental Engineering and Management Journal, 23(4), 451–460.

Ksibi, H. (2022). Application of machine learning and image analysis in materials characterization and process modeling. Journal of Materials and Environmental Science, 13(8), 785–794.

 

Lin Yue-Feng | Surface Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Lin Yue-Feng | Surface Engineering | Best Researcher Award

National Chin-Yi University of Technology | Taiwan

Dr. Yue-Feng Lin is an accomplished researcher and academic specializing in intelligent manufacturing, semiconductor material processing, and precision machining. His work integrates ultrasonic-assisted machining, diamond-wire wafer slicing, and AI-based optimization to enhance precision, efficiency, and sustainability in modern manufacturing. He has completed eight government-funded projects, including two ongoing, and collaborated on industry-academia projects focused on semiconductor process optimization, smart manufacturing, and low-carbon production. which have received 16 citations from 13 documents, with an h-index of 3. He also holds four granted patents and has authored two technical books on advanced material processing and ultrasonic vibration-assisted machining. In addition to his research achievements, he serves as a reviewer for Sensors and Materials and CSME Journal. Dr. Lin’s interdisciplinary expertise bridges academic research and industrial application, driving innovation in precision engineering and sustainable manufacturing. His continued dedication to research excellence and collaborative development contributes significantly to advancing smart manufacturing technologies and promoting global competitiveness in next-generation production systems.

Profiles: Scopus |  Orcid

Featured Publications

Lin, Y.-F., Chen, M.-C., Ven, S.-I., Tzoi, M.-R., & Chuong, T.-M. (2025). Intelligent casting method integrating anomaly detection and semantic segmentation. Machines, 13(1), 317.

Lin, Y.-F., Wang, Y.-C., Lien, H.-H., & Tzoi, M. (2016). Geometric-overlap modeling and sweep uniformity optimization of five diamond conditioning disks. International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 87(5–8), 225–3710.

Lin, Y.-F., & Wang, Y.-C. (2021). Optimization of ultrasonic-assisted cutting parameters using AI-based prediction models. Applied Sciences, 11(22), 11840.

Lin, Y.-F., Chen, M.-C., & Lien, H.-H. (2020). Analysis of diamond-wire slicing characteristics in semiconductor wafer processing. Materials, 13(15), 3325.

Lin, Y.-F., & Tzoi, M.-R. (2019). Precision control of ultrasonic vibration-assisted machining for difficult-to-cut materials. International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 102(1–4), 145–156.

 

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.

Profiles: Scopus | Google Scholar | Orcid

Featured Publications

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.