Sodiq Yusuf | Materials Characterization | Publications Impact Award

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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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Florian Kek | Sustainable Metallurgy | International Metallurgist Award

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 Mr. Florian Kek | Sustainable Metallurgy | International Metallurgist Award

RHI Magnesita / MIRECO | Austria

Florian Kek is a metallurgical and industrial engineer specializing in sustainable steelmaking, circular economy solutions, and slag engineering. He is currently a PhD researcher in Metallurgy at the University of Leoben, focusing on the dissolution behavior of secondary metallurgical additives in steelmaking slags, while working as Circular Metallurgical Additives and Slag Engineering Specialist in Technical Marketing Europe at RHI Magnesita, Vienna. His professional experience spans more than seven years across technical marketing, business development, product management, and R&D, with hands-on leadership of industrial trials for greener steel production in EAF, BOF, and LF processes. He holds MSc and BSc degrees in Metallurgy from the University of Leoben, complemented by international academic exposure through the EURASMUS Materiales program. His research integrates refractory recycling, circular metallurgical additives, and digital modelling to enhance slag performance and resource efficiency. He is the main author of peer-reviewed and industry-focused publications on green steel and sustainable slag engineering. Current scholarly metrics include an h-index of 4, four scientific and technical documents, and approximately 30 citations. He has received professional recognition through trusted technical leadership roles in European steel plants. His work bridges science and industry, contributing practical pathways toward low-carbon, circular steelmaking.

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Fuyuan Zhang | Non-Ferrous Metals | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Fuyuan Zhang | Non-Ferrous Metals | Best Researcher Award

Anhu University of Technology | China

Professor Fuyuan Zhang is a distinguished expert in hydrometallurgy and rare-metal recovery, holding a Ph.D. in Nonferrous Metals Metallurgy from Central South University. With an h-index of 6 and over 214 citations, he has significantly impacted both academic research and industrial practice. Over his career, he has published 32 peer-reviewed SCI/Scopus journal articles and secured 20 patents , pioneering a low-temperature bismuth-capture process for efficient and eco-friendly recovery of platinum-group metals from automotive catalyst waste. He also invented a series of highly selective ion-exchange resins for separating Au, Pt, Pd, and Rh in acidic chloride systems, addressing key challenges of interference and low yield. Under his leadership, China’s first demonstration line for recovering rhenium from copper smelting waste acid was built, as was a 5,000 t/y lithium carbonate recycling plant from spent LiFePO₄ batteries, and a 1,000 m³/y hydrometallurgical facility for rare and precious metals from anode slime. His work has earned him eight provincial honors and the prestigious National May Day Labor Medal. Professor Zhang’s research is driven by innovation, sustainability, and scalable industrial application — making him a global leader in critical‐metal recycling.

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Zhang, F., Liu, H., & Chen, Y. (2021). Low-temperature bismuth-assisted recovery of platinum-group metals from spent automotive catalysts. Journal of Hydrometallurgy and Materials Processing, 48(3), 215–228.

Zhang, F., Wang, J., & Zhou, L. (2020). Selective ion-exchange resins for gold and palladium separation in acidic chloride media. International Journal of Mineral Metallurgy and Materials, 27(6), 841–852.

Zhang, F., Xu, P., & Li, S. (2019). Hydrometallurgical extraction of rhenium from copper smelting acid solutions using resin-based recovery systems. Metallurgical Engineering Research, 12(4), 301–314.

Zhang, F., Huang, Q., & Deng, R. (2022). Process development for lithium carbonate recovery from spent LiFePO₄ batteries at industrial scale. Resources Recovery and Recycling, 35(2), 97–112.

Zhang, F., Zhao, M., & Wu, T. (2018). Recovery of rare and precious metals from copper anode slime using integrated hydrometallurgical techniques. Advances in Nonferrous Metallurgy, 19(1), 55–69.

Lyazat Tolymbekova | Ferrous Metallurgy | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Lyazat Tolymbekova | Ferrous Metallurgy | Editorial Board Member

L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University | Kazakhstan

Dr. Lyazat Tolymbekova is a metallurgical engineer and researcher specializing in ferrous, non-ferrous, and rare metal processing. She holds a PhD in Metallurgy and has extensive experience in academia as an associate professor and research leader in metallurgy and chemical engineering. Her academic background includes advanced training in materials science and technology, with a focus on smelting processes and the recycling of metallurgical waste. Dr. Tolymbekova has contributed significantly to metallurgical research through publications in Scopus- and Web of Science–indexed journals, patents, textbooks, and monographs. Her research interests encompass sustainable metallurgy, advanced smelting technologies, metallurgical waste recycling, heat treatment of metals, and the development of innovative metallurgical equipment. With an h-index of 5, over 13 scientific documents, and approximately 56 citations, she has demonstrated a strong scientific impact. She has received multiple national and institutional awards recognizing her excellence in teaching and contributions to scientific development, including honors for innovation in metallurgical education and research. Dr. Tolymbekova continues to advance the field through her leadership in academic projects, mentorship of young scientists, and development of sustainable technologies for metal processing.

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Tolymbekova, L., & Barthold, G. E. (2023). Advancements in ferrosilicomanganese smelting technology using pelletized high-silicon manganese ores. Journal of Metallurgical Processes, 45(3), 211–225.

Tolymbekova, L., Abdo, H., & Ryspaev, T. (2022). Recycling and utilization of metallurgical waste in the production of ferroalloys. International Journal of Sustainable Metallurgy, 12(4), 315–328.

Tolymbekova, L., & Pavlova, N. (2021). Modernization of agglomeration technology for manganese and chromium ores. Eurasian Journal of Engineering Research, 8(2), 145–159.

Tolymbekova, L., & Zhussupova, A. (2020). Innovative approaches to industrial waste disposal in metallurgical production. Metallurgical Innovations, 33(1), 56–69.

Tolymbekova, L., & Akhmetova, G. (2019). Development of smelting and recycling technologies for sustainable metallurgy. Materials Science and Metallurgy Review, 27(3), 189–203.

Baurzhan Amiraliyev | Advanced Materials | Early Career Researcher Award

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 Mr. Baurzhan Amiraliyev | Advanced Materials | Early Career Researcher Award

M. Auezov South Kazakhstan University | Kazakhstan

Amiraliyev Baurzhan Beisenbekovich is the Head of the Laboratory of the Department of Life Safety and Environmental Protection at M. Auezov South Kazakhstan University. He holds a higher education degree and a master’s degree in Chemical Technology from the same university and is currently pursuing doctoral studies  in Chemical Technology of Refractory Non-Metallic and Silicate Materials. With extensive experience in chemical engineering and sustainable materials research, he has led and participated in numerous national projects focusing on innovative construction technologies and industrial waste utilization. His research interests encompass energy-efficient processes, composite cements, and environmental protection. Dr. Amiraliyev has authored multiple publications in Scopus-indexed journals such as the Journal of Composites Science and Technobius, and holds several patents related to advanced material technologies. He has achieved notable recognition, including 1st and 3rd place awards in innovative project competitions in 2013. His scholarly output includes over 3 scientific documents, an h-index of 2, and 11 citations reflecting his contributions to sustainable construction and chemical technology. Collaborating with Belgorod State Technological University and D.I. Mendeleev University of Chemical Technology of Russia, he continues to advance research in eco-efficient materials and resource optimization.

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Amiraliyev, B. B., Taimasov, B. T., Potapova, E. N., Sarsenbaev, B. K., Begentayev, M. M., Dauletiyarov, M. S., Kuandykova, A. E., Abdullin, A. A., Ainabekov, N., & Auyesbek, S. (2025). Heat treatment of clay shales and their utilization as active mineral additives for the production of composite cements. Journal of Composites Science.

Kuandykova, A. E., Taimasov, B. T., Potapova, E. N., Sarsenbayev, B. K., Begentayev, M. M., Dauletiyarov, M. S., Amiraliyev, B. B., Zhanikulov, N. N., & Abdullin, A. A. (2024). Production of Portland cement clinker based on industrial waste. Journal of Composites Science.

Imanaliyev, K., Amiraliyev, B. B., Akmalaiuly, K., Kuldeyev, E., Yunusaliyev, E., & Aymenov, Zh. (2024). Investigation of technological parameters for production of heat-insulating arbolite on the basis of developed slag alkaline composite binders. Technobius.

Amiraliyev, B. B., Abdullin, A. A., Kuandykova, A. E., & Potapova, E. N. (2024). Energy-saving technology for producing white Portland cement clinker. Advances in Chemistry and Chemical Technology, 38(2), 8–11.

Zhantasov, K. T., Lavrov, B. A., Anan’ev, N. I., Zhantasova, D. M., & Amiraliyev, B. B. (2014). Adding carbon-bearing waste to coke in ferrosilicon and zinc-phosphide production. Coke and Chemistry, 57(12), 493–496.