Qingchun Yu | Non-Ferrous Metals | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Qingchun Yu | Non-Ferrous Metals | Research Excellence Award

Kunming University of Science and Technology | China

Dr. Qingchun Yu is a Professor at Kunming University of Science and Technology, specializing in metallurgical and energy engineering with research interests in metal extraction by chlorination and distillation, secondary resource utilization, and powder materials preparation. He holds B.Sc. and M.Sc. degrees in nonferrous metallurgy from Northeast University and a Ph.D. in metallurgical physicochemistry from the University of Science and Technology Beijing. With over 69 peer-reviewed publications, 354 citations and a Google Scholar h-index 10 reflecting his scholarly impact, Dr. Yu has authored one book, led 10 research projects, secured  patents, and serves as guest editor for Metals, advancing global research and international collaboration.

 

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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.

Zhenyu Zhao | Laser Processing | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Zhenyu Zhao | Laser Processing | Research Excellence Award

Shenzhen Institute of Information Technology | China

Dr. Zhenyu Zhao is a Laser Processing Specialist and Professor at Shenzhen Institute of Information Technology, where he leads cutting-edge research in ultrafast laser processing, precision machining of metallic and ceramic substrates, and multi-physics modeling of laser–material interactions. Top journals such as Journal of Materials Processing Technology and Journal of Manufacturing Processes, and holds a prolific patent portfolio: invention patents, more than  utility model patents, plus a software copyright, covering innovations in laser polishing devices and methods for metals, ceramics, curved surfaces, and brittle materials. His expertise is recognized by key national and provincial grant agencies he routinely serves as expert reviewer for the National Natural Science Foundation of China, the Guangdong Provincial Science and Technology Plan, and the Shenzhen Municipal Science and Technology Plan Expert Database. His ongoing and completed projects include investigations into ultrafast laser ablation physics, surface modification via pulsed and dual-beam lasers, numerical simulation of molten-pool dynamics, and laser polishing of additive-manufactured and conventional metal and ceramic components. These contributions have significantly advanced surface integrity, reduced subsurface damage, and enhanced industrial feasibility of ultrafast laser techniques for precision manufacturing.

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Zhao, Z. Y., Zeng, J. Y., Lai, Z. Y., Yin, J., & Guo, T. (2022). Laser polishing die steel assisted by steady magnetic field. Micromachines, 13(9), 1493.

Zhao, Z. Y., Shi, R. K., Zhou, H. M., et al. (2025). Femtosecond laser polishing of AlN ceramics and numerical simulation of ablated morphology. Micromachines, 16(12), 1303.

Zhao, Z. Y., Li, K., Zhou, H. M., et al. (2020). Numerical analyses of molten pool evolution in laser polishing Ti6Al4V. Journal of Manufacturing Processes, 58, 574–584.

Zhao, Z. Y., Zeng, J. Y., Zhang, W., Guo, T., Lou, Y., & Wang, W. Q. (2023). Numerical and experimental analysis of dual-beam laser polishing additive manufacturing Ti6Al4V. Micromachines, 14(9), 1765.

Zhao, Z. Y., Wang, C., Guo, T., et al. (2023). Flame-assisted laser polishing of alumina ceramic surface properties. Micromachines, 14(3), 520.

Jing Li | Metallurgical Process Optimization | Technology Transfer Award

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Ms. Jing Li | Metallurgical Process Optimization | Technology Transfer Award

Kunming University of Science and Technology | China

Professor Jing Li is a distinguished researcher and doctoral supervisor at Kunming University of Science and Technology, recognized under the “Ten-Thousand Talents Program” for Young Top Talents of Yunnan Province. She earned her Ph.D. in Metallurgical Engineering and has accumulated extensive experience in advanced metallurgical process innovation, focusing on the application of microwave and ultrasonic external field enhancement technologies in metallurgy. Her research spans fundamental theory, equipment development, process optimization, and industrial application for sustainable metallurgical engineering. Professor Li has led and completed major research projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and Yunnan Provincial key programs, in collaboration with industry partners. She has authored more than  SCI/EI-indexed papers and authorized invention patents.  Professor Li also serves as a corresponding reviewer for international journals such as Water Research, Hydrometallurgy, and Environmental Science and Pollution Research. Her scientific contributions have advanced green metallurgy and resource recovery technologies. Through her leadership and innovation, she continues to promote technology transfer and sustainable industrial applications in metallurgical science.

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Li, J., Zhang, Y., & Chen, X. (2025). Effect of microwave-assisted drying on temperature control and efficiency in metallurgical materials. Journal of the Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, 77(5), 1452–1463.

Li, J., Wang, H., & Liu, P. (2025). Ultrasonic field-enhanced purification in zinc smelting: Process optimization and impurity removal. Applied Sciences, 15(10), 5673.

Li, J., Zhao, Q., & Hu, S. (2024). External field-enhanced metallurgy for green metal recovery from complex resources. Hydrometallurgy, 221, 105767.

Li, J., Xu, L., & Zhou, M. (2023). Coupled microwave-ultrasonic processes for resource recycling and environmental protection in metallurgical waste treatment. Chemical Engineering and Processing: Process Intensification, 110266.

Li, J., Chen, X., & Yang, Z. (2023). Enhanced purification mechanisms in special field metallurgy using ultrasonic-assisted leaching. Canadian Journal of Chemical Engineering, 101(3), 575–588.