Category: Biography

Educational Details

Amin Shafaeiyeh Hiagh earned his Master of Science in Cosmology and Gravity from Shahid Beheshti University (SBU) in Tehran, Iran, where he conducted in-depth research on Delta Scuti stars, focusing on their pulsation and oscillation modes. His work culminated in a comprehensive thesis that made significant contributions to the understanding of these stars. Prior to this, he completed his Bachelor of Science in Physics at Tabriz University, Tabriz, Iran, laying a strong foundation for his future research endeavors.

Professional Experience

Member of WG3 & WG7, Kepler Asteroseismic Science Operations Center (KASOC)
2022 – Present
Actively contributing to research on main sequence “classical” pulsators and RR Lyrae stars and Cepheids.

Vice President, Astronomy Association of Tabriz University
2018 – 2020
Led initiatives that promoted astronomy, earning the Harekat Prize. Organized outreach programs, stargazing events, and guest lectures.

Vice President, Entrepreneurship Association of Tabriz University
2019 – 2020
Promoted innovation through events like Chortkeh Bazzar, workshops, and strategic partnerships to foster entrepreneurship among students.

Physics Tutor
2018 – Present
Provided personalized tutoring, fostering a deep understanding of physics. Developed innovative teaching methods and materials.

Violinist, Tabriz Philharmonic Orchestra
2015 – Present
Performed as a second violinist, also serving as Assistant for the section. Contributed to high-quality performances and musical collaboration.

Top Notable Publications

Amin Shafaeiyeh Hiagh. “Determining the Period and Oscillation Modes of Three Short-Period Variables Using Kepler Project Data.” Master of Science Thesis, Shahid Beheshti University. 2023. (Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Riazi)

Journal Article (In Progress)
Amin Shafaeiyeh Hiagh. “Pulsation Modes of Three Delta Scuti Stars Using Kepler Project Data: KIC 3429637, KIC 10451090, KIC 2987660.” New Astronomy. (In submission)

Conference Presentation
Amin Shafaeiyeh Hiagh. “Pulsation Modes of Three Delta Scuti Stars Using Kepler Project Data: KIC 3429637, KIC 10451090, KIC 2987660.” 17th Iranian National Astronomy and Astrophysics Conference, 2024.

Dr. Erik Schoenemann | Dark Matter Studies | Best Researcher Award

Published on 27/08/202427/08/2024 by Physicist Particle

Dr. Erik Schoenemann | Dark Matter Studies | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Erik Schoenemann, European Space Agency (ESA) – Navigation Support Office, Germany

Erik Schönemann is a Navigation Engineer at the European Space Agency (ESA) in the Navigation Support Office. He specializes in satellite navigation systems, contributing to the development and maintenance of critical technologies that ensure accurate and reliable positioning data for various ESA missions and applications.

PROFILE

Educational Details

Erik Schönemann plays a pivotal role in coordinating the ESA/ESOC Navigation Support Office’s contributions to key International Association of Geodesy (IAG) services, including the International GNSS Service (IGS), the International Laser Ranging Service (ILRS), and the International VLBI Service (IVS), all of which support the Global Geodetic Observing System (GGOS). As the technical manager of the Galileo Geodetic Service Provider consortium, he oversees the generation of the Galileo Terrestrial Reference Frame. His work extends beyond operational tasks, as he has initiated and supervised multiple ESA studies focused on enhancing algorithms for Precise Orbit Determination and Space Geodetic data processing. Additionally, he has actively participated in Concurrent Design Facilities, contributing to the planning and development of future ESA missions.

Research and Innovations

During his time at the University of Darmstadt, Erik Schönemann conducted several studies for the European Space Agency, including work on the Galileo High Accuracy Positioning Services (HAPS). Upon joining ESA, he continued his commitment to advancing navigation technology by initiating and supervising research projects focused on enhancing algorithms for Precise Navigation.

Contributions

As a research associate at the Technical University of Darmstadt, Erik Schönemann executed precise navigation studies and authored a PhD thesis on the analysis of GNSS raw observations in PPP solutions. Currently, as a Navigation Engineer at ESA/ESOC’s Navigation Support Office, he is responsible for initiating and managing R&D activities in geodesy and precise navigation. Erik has spearheaded and supervised multiple studies aimed at improving and evolving ESA’s operational Geodetic products. His work significantly contributes to the Global Geodetic Observing System (GGOS) and enables fundamental science projects such as the Galileo gravitational Redshift test with Eccentric sATellites (GREAT) and the GAlileo Survey of Transient Objects Network (GASTON).

Top Notable Publications

Bertrand, B., Defraigne, P., Hees, A., Mendes, L., Delva, P. (2024). Searching for large dark matter clumps using the Galileo Constellation clock variations. Advances in Space Research, 74(6), 2551–2563. [Open access]

Steindorfer, M.A., Koidl, F., Kirchner, G., Strangfeld, A., Gonzalez, F. (2024). Satellite laser ranging to Galileo satellites: symmetry conditions and improved normal point formation strategies. GPS Solutions, 28(2), 73. [Open access]

Śliwińska-Bronowicz, J., Kur, T., Wińska, M., Zhao, X., Zhou, Z. (2024). Assessment of length-of-day and universal time predictions based on the results of the Second Earth Orientation Parameters Prediction Comparison Campaign. Journal of Geodesy, 98(3), 22. [Open access]

Laurenti, M., Stallo, C., Bellardo, V., Swinden, R., Traveset, J.V. (2022). Reference Frames Analysis for Lunar Radio Navigation System. Proceedings of the International Technical Meeting of The Institute of Navigation, ITM, 2022-January, 606–615. [Conference Paper]

Rovira-Garcia, A., Juan, J.M., Sanz, J., Cacciapuoti, L., Schoenemann, E. (2021). A multi-frequency method to improve the long-term estimation of GNSS clock corrections and phase biases. Navigation, Journal of the Institute of Navigation, 68(4), 815–828. [Open access]

Rovira-Garcia, A., Juan, J.M., Sanz, J., Cacciapuoti, L., Schoenemann, E. (2021). Removing day-boundary discontinuities on GNSS clock estimates: methodology and results. GPS Solutions, 25(2), 35. [Open access]

Mr. Fima Ardianto Putra | Einstein Field Equation | Visionary Research Impact Award

Published on 23/08/202427/08/2024 by Physicist Particle

Mr. Fima Ardianto Putra | Einstein Field Equation | Visionary Research Impact Award

Mr. Fima Ardianto Putra, Institut Teknologi Sains Nahdlatul Ulama Pekalongan, Indonesia

Mr. Fima Ardianto Putra is affiliated with Institut Teknologi Sains Nahdlatul Ulama Pekalongan in Indonesia. As a dedicated academic and professional, he contributes significantly to the institution’s mission of advancing science and technology education. His role at the university emphasizes his commitment to fostering innovation and excellence in higher education. Mr. Putra is actively involved in various academic initiatives, contributing to the development and dissemination of knowledge within his field.

PROFILE

Educational Details

Fima Ardianto Putra is an Indonesian physicist born on May 20, 1989, in Tegal, Central Java. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Theoretical Physics from University Jenderal Soedirman (2012) and a Master’s degree in Particle Physics and Cosmology from University Indonesia (2016). Currently, he is a Non-Tenure Lecturer at Institute Teknologi Sains Nahdlatul Ulama Pekalongan and works as a Freelance Tutor. His research primarily focuses on unifying Quantum Mechanics and Gravitation, with published works on topics such as Heisenberg Uncertainty, mass-action equivalence, and Dark Matter.

Research and Innovations

Fima Ardianto Putra has demonstrated significant progress in his research endeavors, having successfully published three papers in reputable scientific journals. Additionally, he has one paper draft published as a preprint, and four more papers currently under review. His dedication to advancing the field is further evidenced by three ongoing research projects that he is actively working on. His work reflects a deep commitment to exploring complex topics in physics and contributing valuable insights to the scientific community.

Contributions

Fima Ardianto Putra has made significant contributions to theoretical physics by proposing innovative concepts and frameworks. He introduced the theory of mass-action equivalence $\frac{\gamma^2 \hbar}{c^2 \tau}$ , extending beyond the traditional Einsteinian energy symmetry through the Relativistic Heisenberg Uncertainty principle. His work on Explicit Symmetry Breaking within the Particle Standard Model due to mass-action equivalence offers a new perspective on particle physics. Additionally, he proposed a 7-dimensional Lorentz Symmetry and introduced a novel mathematical object, the “curvaton,” as a quantized spatial curvature from the Ehrenfest paradox in the Bohr atomic model. Furthermore, he identified a new constant $16α2a0−2=3.0348×1017m−216\alpha^2 a_0^{-2} = 3.0348 \times 10^{17} \text{m}^{-2}$ , linking electromagnetic fine structure with atomic space curvature.

Top Notable Publications

Curvature Quantization based on the Ehrenfest Paradox in the Bohr Atomic Model

Journal: Astroparticle Physics

Date: July 2024

DOI: 10.1016/j.astropartphys.2024.102950

Source: Crossref

Mass–action equivalence with respect to Explicit Symmetry Breaking

Journal: Indian Journal of Physics

Date: March 2022

DOI: 10.1007/s12648-021-02041-0

Source: Crossref

On the relativistic Heisenberg uncertainty with respect to the mass-action equivalence

Journal: Results in Physics

Date: 2019

DOI: 10.1016/j.rinp.2019.01.022

EID: 2-s2.0-85060957451

Source: Scopus – Elsevier

Mr. Godfrey Shayo | Material Science | Best Researcher Award

Published on 23/08/202423/08/2024 by Physicist Particle

Mr. Godfrey Shayo | Material Science | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Godfrey Shayo, Chemistry Department, Mkwawa university College of Education, Tanzania

Godfrey Michael Shayo is an Assistant Lecturer at Teofilo Kisanji University in Tanzania. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Education Science from Mkwawa University College of Education (MUCE) and a Master’s Degree in Chemistry from the University of Dar es Salaam. With a strong research background in Material Science, Water Purification, Material Characterisation, and Nanotechnology, he has published several articles in reputable journals and actively participates in international conferences. Mr. Shayo is dedicated to advancing scientific research and education in his field.

PROFILE

Educational Details

Godfrey Michael Shayo holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Education Science (B. Ed. Sc.) from the University of Dar es Salaam, Mkwawa University College of Education (MUCE), and a Master’s Degree in Chemistry (M. Sc. Ed) from the University of Dar es Salaam. Currently, he serves as an Assistant Lecturer in the Chemistry Department at Teofilo Kisanji University. Mr. Shayo has published several research articles and has actively participated in international conferences, including two at Mkwawa University and the Zanzibar Water Conference in 2023. His work reflects a commitment to advancing knowledge in his field.

Research and Innovations

Godfrey Michael Shayo has completed five research projects, primarily focusing on Material Science, Water Purification, Material Characterisation, and Nanotechnology. His work is recognized with a citation index of 27, highlighting the impact of his research in the academic community. He has contributed to several respected journals, including the Bulletin of the National Research Centre, Wiley Interdisciplinary Reviews: Nanomedicine and Nanobiotechnology, Tanzania Journal of Science, and HELIYON. He has also been involved in consultancy work, notably with the Water Purification Project at the University of Dar es Salaam. While he has not published any books or patents, he holds several editorial appointments.

Top Notable Publications

“Preparation Methods, Applications, Toxicity and Mechanisms of Silver Nanoparticles as Bactericidal Agent and Superiority of Green Synthesis Method”
Heliyon, August 2024
DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e36539
Source: Crossref

“Water-based Technologies for Improving Water Quality at the Point of Use: A Review”
Wiley Interdisciplinary Reviews: Nanomedicine and Nanobiotechnology, 2024
DOI: 10.1002/WNAN.1940
Source: Web of Science Researcher Profile Sync

“Severity of Waterborne Diseases in Developing Countries and the Effectiveness of Ceramic Filters for Improving Water Quality”
Bulletin of the National Research Centre, July 24, 2023
DOI: 10.1186/s42269-023-01088-9
Source: Crossref

Prof. Andrzej Buras | Theoretical Particle Physics | Best Researcher Award

Published on 22/08/202423/08/2024 by Physicist Particle

Prof. Andrzej Buras | Theoretical Particle Physics | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Andrzej Buras, Technical University Munich, Germany

Prof. Andrzej Buras is a distinguished physicist known for his pioneering work in theoretical physics, particularly in the areas of hadronic matrix elements and weak decays. After earning his Ph.D. from the Niels Bohr Institute, he held prominent positions at leading research institutions, including CERN, Fermilab, and the Max Planck Institute for Physics. As a Full Professor at the Technical University of Munich, he led several research groups and contributed to major advancements in particle physics. His work has been widely recognized, earning him numerous prestigious awards and memberships in various esteemed scientific academies. Prof. Buras has also mentored many students who have gone on to make significant contributions to the field of particle physics.

PROFILE

Educational Details

Prof. Andrzej Buras earned his Master’s Degree in Theoretical Physics from Warsaw University in February 1971, supervised by Prof. J. Namyslowski. He obtained his Ph.D. in High Energy Theoretical Physics in October 1972 from the Niels Bohr Institute under the guidance of Prof. P. Olesen.

Research Interest

Prof. Buras is an expert in particle physics, with a focus on hadronic matrix elements, weak decays, and gauge theories. His research has greatly influenced the understanding of heavy flavors and weak interactions within the standard model of particle physics.

Top Notable Publications

Buras, A.J., Misiak, M., Urban, J. (2024). Erratum to “Two-loop QCD anomalous dimensions of flavour-changing four-quark operators within and beyond the standard model.” Nuclear Physics B, 1002, 116529. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nuclphysb.2024.116529

Gross, F., Klempt, E., Brodsky, S.J., Zhao, X., Zhou, X. (2023). 50 Years of quantum chromodynamics: Introduction and Review. European Physical Journal C, 83(12), 1125. https://doi.org/10.1140/epjc/s10052-023-1125-8

Buras, A.J. (2023). Climbing NLO and NNLO summits of weak decays: 1988–2023. Physics Reports, 1025, 1–64. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.physrep.2023.01.005

Buras, A.J. (2023). ϵ’/ϵ in the Standard Model and Beyond: 2021. Proceedings of Science, 411, 090. https://doi.org/10.22323/1.411.0090

Buras, A.J., Venturini, E. (2023). Standard Model Predictions for Rare K and B Decays without |Vcb| and |Vub| Uncertainties. Proceedings of Science, 411, 094. https://doi.org/10.22323/1.411.0094

Aebischer, J., Buras, A.J., Kumar, J. (2023). Kaon physics without new physics in εK. European Physical Journal C, 83(5), 368. https://doi.org/10.1140/epjc/s10052-023-1125-8

Aebischer, J., Buras, A.J., Kumar, J. (2023). Simple rules for evanescent operators in one-loop basis transformations. Physical Review D, 107(7), 075007. https://doi.org/10.1103/PhysRevD.107.075007

Buras, A.J., De Fazio, F. (2023). 331 model predictions for rare B and K decays, and ∆F = 2 processes: an update. Journal of High Energy Physics, 2023(3), 219. https://doi.org/10.1007/JHEP03(2023)219

Buras, A.J. (2023). Standard Model predictions for rare K and B decays without new physics infection. European Physical Journal C, 83(1), 66. https://doi.org/10.1140/epjc/s10052-023-1125-8

Mr. Patrick Keane | Geopolymer Composites | Best Researcher Award

Published on 17/08/202417/08/2024 by Physicist Particle

Mr. Patrick Keane | Geopolymer Composites | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Patrick Keane, University of South Australia, Australia

Patrick Keane is a Research Associate at the Future Industries Institute, University of South Australia. His work involves developing and testing thermal energy storage systems for extreme temperatures and teaching engineering courses. Patrick holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Energy and Advanced Manufacturing from the University of South Australia and a Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Plasma & Radiological Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His previous roles include research on high-temperature materials, 3D printing, and chemical synthesis. He has received multiple accolades for his research and has a background in cello performance.

PROFILE

Education

Patrick Keane is pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy in Energy and Advanced Manufacturing at the Future Industries Institute, University of South Australia, specializing in thermal energy storage systems. His research focuses on “Amorphous Self-Healing Geopolymer Composites for Molten Salt Containment,” with an expected conferral in September 2024. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Plasma & Radiological Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he specialized in Power, Safety, and the Environment and also completed an undergraduate minor in Material Science and Engineering with a focus on Ceramics. Additionally, he earned a two-year Associates Diploma in Engineering Science with a specialization in Chemical Engineering from Parkland College, Champaign, Illinois, in December 2018.

Professional Experience

Patrick Keane is a Research Associate at the Future Industries Institute, University of South Australia, where he designs and tests advanced thermal energy storage systems and lectures on mechanical engineering courses. His research focuses on materials for extreme temperature applications, including low and high-temperature systems utilizing brines, molten salts, and refractories. Prior to this, he served as a Research Assistant at the same institute, working on high-temperature materials, thermal energy storage, and testing the efficacy of surgical facemasks. He also has experience as a consultant for the Australian Alliance for Energy Productivity, where he analyzed energy usage in agriculture, and as a 3D printer specialist at Arris Pty Ltd, fabricating prototype tunneling systems. Keane’s earlier roles include a Research Fellow at the US Army Corps of Engineers, where he worked on 3D printable concrete and trained military personnel, and a Chemical Technician at KeaneTech LLC, focusing on geopolymer composites and metal oxide powders. His academic background includes a Ph.D. in Energy and Advanced Manufacturing from the University of South Australia and a B.Sc. in Nuclear Plasma & Radiological Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Awards Achievements

Patrick Keane has received notable recognition and achievements throughout his career. He was awarded the US Army Corps of Engineers Challenge Coin for excellence at the Maneuver Support, Sustainment, Protection, Integration Experiment 2018 in Fort Leonard Wood. In January 2018, he attended a specialized short course on Mechanical Properties at the 42nd International Conference and Expo on Advanced Ceramics and Composites in Daytona Beach, FL. As an Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education Fellow in 2016, Keane furthered his research capabilities. He was certified through a 10-day workshop by the Swedish Nuclear Fuel and Waste Management Company in June 2014. Additionally, he was selected as one of two high school students from Illinois to attend the Society of American Military Engineers Camp at the United States Air Force Academy in 2007. His contributions to scientific literature include photographs of basalt fibers used as the front cover of Volume 104, Issue 7 of the Journal of the American Ceramic Society (2021) and images of amorphous self-healed geopolymer composites featured on the front cover of Volume 18, Issue 4 of the International Journal of Applied Ceramic Technology (2021). Keane also won first place for best student presentation at the Alkali Activated Materials and Geopolymers ECI Conference in 2023. Beyond his professional achievements, he studied cello for 20 years at the Young Artists

Top Notable Publications

Regional Metakaolin Particle Size Reduction for Higher Strength Geopolymer

International Journal of Applied Ceramic Technology

September 2024

DOI: 10.1111/ijac.14766

Compositional Effects in Potassium Metakaolin Geopolymers Containing Alumina and Glass Frit

Ceramics International

August 2024

DOI: 10.1016/j.ceramint.2024.08.242

Discharge Performance of a High Temperature Phase Change Material with Low-Cost Wire Mesh

Applied Thermal Engineering

March 2023

DOI: 10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2023.120050

Self-Healing Glass/Metakaolin-Based Geopolymer Composite Exposed to Molten Sodium Chloride and Potassium Chloride

Applied Sciences

February 2023

DOI: 10.3390/app13042615

A Review Paper on the Extraction of Potassium from Non-Soluble Resources with the Use of Acid and Alkaline Solution and Molten Salts

Minerals Engineering

2023

DOI: 10.1016/j.mineng.2023.108365

Self-Healing Glass/Metakaolin-Based Geopolymer Composite Exposed to Molten Sodium Chloride and Potassium Chloride

Forschungzentrum Jülich

2023

DOI: 10.34734/fzj-2024-02895

Microstructural Evolution of Amorphous Self-Healing Geopolymer Composites Containing Alumina and Glass Frit

International Journal of Ceramic Engineering & Science

September 2022

DOI: 10.1002/ces2.10154

Lateritic Soil Geopolymer Composites for Ceramics and Engineering Construction Applications

International Journal of Applied Ceramic Technology

March 2022

DOI: 10.1111/ijac.14046

Experimental and Numerical Analysis for the Discharge Performance of a High Temperature Phase Change Material with Low-Cost Wire Mesh

SSRN

2022

EID: 2-s2.0-85128656186

Acid Resistance of Metakaolin-Based, Bamboo Fiber Geopolymer Composites

Construction and Building Materials

October 2021

DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2021.124194

Amorphous Self-Healed, Chopped Basalt Fiber-Reinforced, Geopolymer Composites

Journal of the American Ceramic Society

February 2021

DOI: 10.1111/jace.17648

Prof. Svetlana Derkach | Rheology | Best Researcher Award

Published on 17/08/2024 by Physicist Particle

Prof. Svetlana Derkach | Rheology |

Prof. Svetlana Derkach, Murmansk Arctic University, Russia

Prof. Svetlana Derkach, born January 31, 1959, in Russia, is a distinguished chemist and academic leader. She holds advanced degrees from prestigious institutions, including a PhD from M.V. Lomonosov Moscow State University and a Dr. Sci. from the Academy of Fine Chemical Technology, Moscow. With a career spanning several decades at Murmansk State Technical University (MSTU), she has held roles from Associate Professor to Rector. Currently, she is a Professor in the Chemistry Department and Principal Researcher of the Laboratory “Chemistry and Technology of Marine Bioresources” at MSTU. Her research interests include structural and colloid chemistry, marine resources, and bioproducts.

PROFILE

Research gate

Education

Prof. Svetlana Derkach’s educational journey began in 1983 when she graduated from Leningrad Technological Institute (now Saint Petersburg State Technological Institute) with a degree as a Chemist-Technologist-Engineer. She went on to earn her PhD from M.V. Lomonosov Moscow State University in 1991. In 1995, she completed British Language Courses in Great Britain, further enhancing her international perspective. In 2002, Prof. Derkach earned her Dr. Sci. degree from the Academy of Fine Chemical Technology in Moscow, and in 2003, she was awarded the title of Professor by the Ministry of Science and Education of Russia. To expand her leadership and administrative skills, she completed a professional program in State and Municipal Management from Omsk State University in 2020, followed by additional programs in Management in Education and Project Management in 2021 at the National Academy of Additional Professional Education and the Institute of Professional Education, respectively.

Professional Experience

Prof. Svetlana Derkach has had an illustrious career at Murmansk State Technical University (MSTU). She began as an Associate Professor in the Chemistry Department from 1995 to 2001, before being promoted to full Professor, a position she held from 2001 to 2008. She then advanced to Vice-Rector for Research and Development (2008-2014), demonstrating her leadership capabilities. From 2014 to 2019, she served as Head of the Chemistry Department and subsequently took on the role of Rector of MSTU from 2019 to 2022. Since 2022, Prof. Derkach has continued her academic and research work as a Professor in the Chemistry Department and Principal Researcher of the Laboratory “Chemistry and Technology of Marine Bioresources” at MSTU, focusing on the intersection of chemistry and marine resource technology.

Research Interest

Prof. Svetlana Derkach’s research interests encompass a broad spectrum of chemistry. In Structural Chemistry, she explores liquid surfaces, films, and nanoparticles, focusing on macromolecular assemblies within biopolymer systems, including biopolymer solutions and interfacial layers, as well as the development and application of nanocomposites. Her work in Colloid Chemistry addresses the stability and rheology of dispersed systems, including protein-polysaccharide interactions, surfactants, emulsions, gels, and polymer solutions. Additionally, she applies her expertise to marine resources, investigating bioproducts from the Northern seas and their applications in the food industry. Her research integrates fundamental chemistry with practical applications, bridging the gap between scientific discovery and industrial innovation.

Top Notable Publications

Nutritional and Therapeutic Potential of Functional Components of Brown Seaweed: A Review
Foods and Raw Materials 12 (2), 398-419 (2024)
Citations: 4

Underused Marine Resources: Sudden Properties of Cod Skin Gelatin Gel
Gels 9 (12), 990 (2023)
Citations: 2

Mineral-Free Biomaterials from Mussel (Mytilus edulis L.) Shells: Their Isolation and Physicochemical Properties
Food Bioscience 56, 103188 (2023)
Citations: 3

Rheology of Gels and Yielding Liquids
Gels 9 (9), 715 (2023)
Citations: 19

Strontium-Induced Gelation of Sodium Alginate in the Presence of Carbon Nanotubes: Elemental Analysis and Gel Structure
Journal of Composites Science 7 (7), 286 (2023)
Citations: 5

Phase Behavior of Aqueous Mixtures of Sodium Alginate with Fish Gelatin: Effects of pH and Ionic Strength
Polymers 15 (10), 2253 (2023)
Citations: 7

Mechanism of Heterogeneous Alkaline Deacetylation of Chitin: A Review
Polymers 15 (7), 1729 (2023)
Citations: 25

Ion-Induced Polysaccharide Gelation: Peculiarities of Alginate Egg-Box Association with Different Divalent Cations
Polymers 15 (5), 1243 (2023)
Citations: 37

Variety of Canned Pastes from Cod and Its Liver with Improved Quality
E3S Web of Conferences 460, 01009 (2023)
Citations: Not available

The SEM and TEM Study on the Structure of Organic Scaffold (Conchix) Isolated from Mytilus edulis L. Mussel Shells
E3S Web of Conferences 460, 01006 (2023)
Citations: Not available

Properties of Protein Isolates from Marine Hydrobionts Obtained by Isoelectric Solubilisation/Precipitation: Influence of Temperature and Processing Time
International Journal of Molecular Sciences 23 (22), 14221 (2022)
Citations: 9

Supramolecular Structure and Mechanical Performance of κ-Carrageenan–Gelatin Gel
Polymers 14 (20), 4347 (2022)
Citations: 19

Intermolecular Interactions in the Formation of Polysaccharide-Gelatin Complexes: A Spectroscopic Study
Polymers 14 (14), 2777 (2022)
Citations: 21

Modulation of Molecular Structure and Mechanical Properties of κ-Carrageenan-Gelatin Hydrogel with Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes
Polymers 14 (12), 2346 (2022)
Citations: 18

Characterization of Fish Gelatin Obtained from Atlantic Cod Skin Using Enzymatic Treatment
Polymers 14 (4), 751 (2022)
Citations: 21

Rheological Properties of Fish Gelatin Modified with Sodium Alginate
Polymers 13 (5), 743 (2021)
Citations: 31

Prof. Alexander Malkin | Structure of Matter | Best Researcher Award

Published on 16/08/202416/08/2024 by Physicist Particle

Prof. Alexander Malkin | Structure of Matter | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Alexander Malkin, A.V. Topchiev Institute of Petrochemical Syntghesis RAS, Russia

Prof. Alexander Malkin, born on January 31, 1937, in Moscow, Russia, is a renowned expert in polymer physics and rheology. He graduated with honors from the Institute of Chemical Engineering, Moscow, in 1959 and earned his Ph.D. in 1965, followed by a Doctor of Sciences degree in 1971. Prof. Malkin has held significant positions at the Institute of Petrochemical Synthesis and the Research Institute for Plastics, where he led various departments focused on polymer physics, mechanics, and rheology.

PROFILE

Education

Prof. Alexander Malkin graduated with honors from the Institute of Chemical Engineering, Moscow (Technical University) in 1959. He continued his academic journey with a focus on polymer science, earning his Ph.D. in 1965 with a dissertation on polymer physics and mechanics. In 1971, he achieved the degree of Doctor of Sciences in Physics and Mechanics of Polymers, solidifying his expertise and leadership in the field.

Professional Experience

1960 – 1962: Engineer and junior research fellow at the Research Institute of Chemical Engineering, focusing on extrusion technology.

1962 – 1975: Worked at the Institute of Petrochemical Synthesis, Academy of Sciences of the USSR, as a post-graduate student and later in the Laboratory of Polymer Rheology under Prof. G.V. Vinogradov.

1975 – 2001: Headed various departments at the Research Institute for Plastics, including the Laboratory of RIM-processes, the Department of Physical Chemistry of Polymers, and the Department of Polymer Physics, Mechanics, and Rheology.

2001 – 2008: Research leader and consultant at Cape Peninsula Institute of Technology, Cape Town, South Africa.

2008 – Present: Principal Researcher at the Institute of Petrochemical Synthesis, Russian Academy of Sciences.

Academic and Teaching Roles

1980 – 1990: Invited Professor and Lecturer at Moscow State University, teaching courses on Polymer Mechanics and Technology.

1992: Visiting Professor at Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA, USA.

2002 – 2015: Adjunct Professor and Research Coordinator at the Flow Process Research Centre of the Cape Peninsula University of Technology, South Africa.

Professional Memberships and Honors

1988 – Present: Delegate in the International Organization of the Russian (formerly USSR) Society of Rheology.

1988 – Present: Member of the American Society of Rheology.

1994: Active Member of the New York Academy of Sciences.

2005: Honorable Speaker for Changchung Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences.

Top Notable Publications

Rheology of Polymers: Viscoelasticity and Flow of Polymers
Authors: G.V. Vinogradov, A.Y. Malkin
Publisher: Mir
Year: 1980
Pages: 1078

Concepts, Methods, and Applications
Authors: A.Y. Malkin, A.I. Isayev
Journal: Applied Rheology
Volume: 16
Issue: 4
Pages: 240-241
Year: 2006
DOI: 10.1515/AR.2006.16.4.240

Viscoelastic Properties and Flow of Narrow Distribution Polybutadienes and Polyisoprenes
Authors: G.V. Vinogradov, A.Ya. Malkin, Y.G. Yanovskii, E.K. Borisenkova, …
Journal: Journal of Polymer Science Part A‐2: Polymer Physics
Volume: 10
Issue: 6
Pages: 1061-1084
Year: 1972

Rheological Properties of Anisotropic Poly(para‐benzamide) Solutions
Authors: S.P. Papkov, V.G. Kulichikhin, V.D. Kalmykova, A.Y. Malkin
Journal: Journal of Polymer Science: Polymer Physics Edition
Volume: 12
Issue: 9
Pages: 1753-1770
Year: 1974

Rheology Fundamentals
Author: A.Y.A. Malkin
Publisher: ChemTec Publishing
Year: 1994
Pages: 276

Physical Chemistry of Highly Concentrated Emulsions
Authors: R. Foudazi, S. Qavi, I. Masalova, A.Y. Malkin
Journal: Advances in Colloid and Interface Science
Volume: 220
Pages: 78-91
Year: 2015
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Dr. Badreddine Smiri | Experimental Methods | Best Researcher Award

Published on 16/08/202416/08/2024 by Physicist Particle

Dr. Badreddine Smiri | Experimental Methods | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Badreddine Smiri, CEA Grenoble, France

Dr. Badreddine Smiri is a Postdoctoral Researcher at CEA Grenoble, working in collaboration with LMGP, LTM, and Leti as part of the Labex MINOS project. His research focuses on material characterization in diverse fields, such as 2D materials, phase-change memory (PCM), Fully Depleted Silicon On Insulator (FDSOI) technology (SiGe), and power electronics (GaN). He is skilled in various characterization techniques, including Photoluminescence (PL), Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), Raman Spectroscopy, X-ray Diffraction (XRD), Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM), X-ray Fluorescence (XRF), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), and X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS). Additionally, Dr. Smiri is proficient in programming languages such as MATLAB, Python, and LabVIEW, and has experience with tools like Labspec, Zemax, and Origin.

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Education

Dr. Smiri earned his Ph.D. in Physics of Materials from the Laboratoire de Micro-Optoélectroniques et Nanostructures, Tunisia (2016-2019), where his dissertation focused on the optoelectronic properties of III-V semiconductor heterostructures. He also holds a Master’s degree in Materials and Nanostructures (2014-2016) with distinction, concentrating on the modeling and characterization of electrical properties of III-V heterostructures for photovoltaic applications. Additionally, Dr. Smiri has undergone multiple safety and technical training, including electrical safety, chemical risk management, laser safety, cryogenics, and cleanroom fabrication.

Research Interest

Dr. Smiri’s research interests include the characterization of advanced materials, such as 2D materials, semiconductor heterostructures, quantum wells, quantum dots, and novel optoelectronic materials. His expertise spans optoelectronics, nanostructures, microelectronics, and power electronics, with a particular focus on enhancing the performance of materials used in optoelectronic devices and nanotechnology.

Professional Experience

Since 2022, Dr. Smiri has been a postdoctoral researcher at CEA Grenoble, specializing in optical metrology for micro/nanoelectronics. His work involves structural and optical characterizations (Raman, XRD, PL, SEM, AFM, XPS, XRF) and monitoring the stability of measurement equipment. He also performs in/ex-situ material characterizations (GaN, InGaAs, MoS2, GaSe) and contributes to the continuous improvement of Raman-related products. Prior to his current role, Dr. Smiri served as an Attaché Temporaire d’Enseignement et de Recherche (ATER) at INSA Toulouse (2020-2022), where he conducted research on semiconductor structures for next-generation optoelectronic and electronic devices. Additionally, he held a short-term postdoctoral position at the Laboratory of Micro-Optoelectronics and Nanostructures, Tunisia (2020), focused on the optical and electronic properties of III-V and II-VI semiconductors. Earlier in his career, Dr. Smiri managed photoluminescence characterization as a doctoral researcher, where he oversaw optical characterization activities for semiconductor materials.

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Prof. Saurav Barman | Phytochemical | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Saurav Barman | Phytochemical | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Saurav Barman, Centurion University of Technology & Management, India

Prof. Saurav Barman holds a Doctorate in Agricultural Chemistry and Soil Science from Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya, West Bengal. He is an Assistant Professor at the School of Agriculture, Centurion University of Technology & Management, Odisha. His research focuses on soil health management through organic farming, sustainable agriculture, and technology transfer to farming communities. Prof. Barman has completed or is working on over 20 research projects and has published 30 articles in SCI and Scopus-indexed journals. He is also involved in 5+ consultancy projects and holds 2 patents. His collaborative efforts include partnerships with the Department of Science & Technology and ICAR, India

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