Marzanna Ksiazek | Surface Engineering | Research Excellence Award

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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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Pengfei Zhou | Surface Engineering | Early Career Researcher Award

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Dr. Pengfei Zhou | Surface Engineering | Early Career Researcher Award

Guizhou University | China

Pengfei Zhou is a Special-hired Professor (Assistant Professor) at Guizhou University, specializing in materials science and electrochemical energy technologies. He obtained his Bachelor of Science in Powder Materials Science and Engineering and Master of Science in Materials Engineering from Central South University, and earned his PhD from the University of Macau. Since joining Guizhou University, his research has focused on bulk alloy materials and surface modification strategies for electrochemical energy conversion, particularly industrial-scale water splitting for sustainable hydrogen production. His work integrates alloy engineering, surface chemistry, and electrocatalysis to develop mass-producible and industrially viable catalyst systems. To date, he has published 53 peer-reviewed journal articles, including 12 as first author, achieving an h-index of 61 and accumulating 1091 citations, demonstrating strong academic impact. He has completed or is leading five research projects, participated in three consultancy or industry-sponsored projects, and holds three published or under-review patents. His scholarly contributions are well documented through recognized academic platforms, reflecting consistent research productivity and innovation. Professor Zhou continues to advance efficient hydrogen production technologies while contributing to the global effort toward clean and sustainable energy solutions.

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Morteza Taheri | Materials Characterization | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Morteza Taheri | Materials Characterization | Best Researcher Award

Iranian Research Organization for Science and Technology (IROST)  Tehran | Iran

Dr. Morteza Taheri is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Advanced Materials and New Energies at the Iranian Research Organization for Science and Technology (IROST), focusing on advanced manufacturing, laser processing, and protective coatings. He holds an M.Sc. in Materials Science with a specialization in material selection and a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering, where his doctoral research explored the influence of Nd:YAG pulsed-laser welding parameters and heat treatment on GTD superalloy joints. He also completed a postdoctoral program centered on Ni-Cr/cBN laser coatings and the enhancement of wear behavior through ultrasonic assistance. Dr. Taheri has collaborated extensively with knowledge-based companies, contributing to major industrial projects involving the development of high-entropy alloys, anti-wear automotive coatings, laser cladding of gas turbine blades, advanced heat-treatment strategies for superalloys, and additive manufacturing of titanium alloys. He has authored more than scientific publications, achieving an h-index of 20, over 864 citations, and more than 56 research documents based on Google Scholar metrics. His research interests include laser welding, laser cladding, additive manufacturing, high-entropy alloy coatings, tribology, microstructural evolution, and the wear and corrosion behavior of advanced materials. His contributions have earned recognition such as Publons Top Reviewer honors, highlighting his impact within materials science.

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Taheri, M., & Razavi, M. (2022). Effect of TiC on the microstructure of GTD-111 superalloy processed by laser powder bed fusion. Materials Letters, 133091.

Taheri, M., Vashian, S., Zamani, N., Torkamany, P., Heidarpour, I., & Torkamany, M. J. (2022). Measurement of local creep life of laser cladding coatings by small punch creep test. Engineering Failure Analysis, 106524.

Taheri, M., Davar, A., Beni, M. H., Jam, J. E., Zamani, M. R., & Alizadeh, A. (2022). The impact toughness of Nd:YAG laser-welded GTD-111 superalloy joints. Journal of Materials Engineering and Performance, 1–11.

He, Y., Taheri, M., Zou, Y., Lashkari, A., Shirvani, K., Beirami, K., & Moghaddam, A. P. (2024). Investigating the microstructure and tribological properties of ZrB₂ and ZrB₂/TiB₂ coatings applied by ultrasonic field-assisted laser cladding. Materials Letters, 365, 136449.

Wu, Z., Taheri, M., Shirvani, K., Raji, E., Torkamany, M. J., & Jelodar, R. T. (2024). Development of NiCrFeCoBX eutectic high-entropy alloy coating by laser cladding: Investigation of microstructural, solidification, corrosion, and wear properties. Materials Chemistry and Physics, 129428.

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.