Lin Chen | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Lin Chen | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Xi’an Jiaotong University, China

Prof. Lin Chen is a rising academic leader in the field of Materials Science and Engineering, with a focus on thermal protection coatings under extreme environments. With a prolific publishing record and multiple high-impact contributions to both fundamental and applied materials research, Prof. Chen has quickly established himself as a key figure in aerospace-related materials innovation. His work bridges theoretical design and practical application, contributing significantly to the development and successful deployment of advanced coating systems in China’s aerospace sector.

Publication Profile 

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Educational Background 🎓

  • Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering,
    Xi’an Jiaotong University (XJTU) — July 2020

Professional Experience 💼

  • Associate Professor, School of Materials Science and Engineering, XJTU — Present

  • Assistant Professor, Xi’an Jiaotong University — November 2020 – Present

  • Selected as an A-Class Young Talent at XJTU — 2020

  • Research supported by the National Postdoctoral Innovation Talent Support Program — 2021

Research Interests 🔬

Prof. Chen’s research primarily addresses the mechanical design and durability of thermal protection coatings, with emphasis on:

  • Stress-induced coating failure in oxide scales

  • Development of ultra-high-temperature, long-life coatings

  • Application of protective coatings in extreme aerospace engine environments, including high chamber pressure, high velocity, and elevated gas temperatures

  • Performance assessment through ground testing and design life validation

Awards and Honors🏆✨

  • A-Class Young Talents Program, Xi’an Jiaotong University — 2020

  • National Postdoctoral Innovation Talent Support Program — 2021

  • Three National Natural Science Foundation projects (as PI)

  • Key project from National Defense Science and Technology Laboratory

  • Seven collaborative projects with China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC)

  • Publications Achievements:

    • 25 papers as first or corresponding author

    • Featured in Nature Biomedical Engineering and a Nature cover article

    • Two ESI Highly Cited Papers

    • Most-cited paper: 232+ citations

    • Total citations: 2,000+

    • H-index: 21

Conclusion🌟

Prof. Lin Chen exemplifies the next generation of materials scientists with a sharp focus on real-world challenges in thermal protection for aerospace applications. With his extensive publication record, competitive grant leadership, and successful industry collaborations, he has already made impactful strides in the materials community. His role in advancing high-performance coatings that withstand extreme conditions has not only contributed to academic knowledge but also enhanced the reliability and endurance of aerospace systems. He is a promising and influential scholar in China’s high-tech innovation landscape.

Publications 📚

📄 Article (Open Access)
🔬 High entropy engineering boosts thermo-mechanical properties of rare-earth tantalates: Influences of cocktail effects
👤 Luyang Zhang, Lin Chen, Jiankun Wang, Yanhui Chu, Jing Feng
📰 Journal of Materiomics, 2025
📈 Citations: 1

📄 Article
🔥 Promoting Yb₂Si₂O₇ environmental barrier coatings for service at 1425 °C
👤 Lin Chen, Shuwen Li, Chang-Jiu Li, Guanjun Yang
📰 Journal of the European Ceramic Society, 2025
📈 Citations: 1

📄 Article
🛡️ A4Ta2O9 (A=Ca, Mg) tantalate as novel thermal barrier coatings materials with superior CMAS resistance
👤 Luyang Zhang, Keren Luo, Lin Chen, Baihui Li, Jing Feng
📰 Journal of the European Ceramic Society, 2025
📈 Citations: 1

📄 Article (Open Access)
🏗️ Thermal/mechanical properties of cordierite synthesized using coal gangue as a refractory material
👤 Guangmao Yan, Lin Chen, Qingwei Jiang, Zulai Li, Jing Feng
📰 International Journal of Applied Ceramic Technology, 2025
📈 Citations: 0

📄 Article (Open Access)
💥 Reactive self-consumption strategy to suppress SiO₂ phase transition-induced cracking
👤 Lin Chen, Shuwen Li, Chang-Jiu Li, Qiang Zhang, Guanjun Yang
📰 Journal of Advanced Ceramics, 2025
📈 Citations: 0

📄 Article
🧪 Suppressing the oxygen-ionic conductivity and promoting the phase stability of high-entropy rare earth niobates via Ta substitution
👤 Mengdi Gan, Liping Lai, Jiankun Wang, Jing Feng, Xiaoyun Yu Chong
📰 Journal of Materials Science and Technology, 2025
📈 Citations: 17

📄 Article (Open Access)
🔍 Nanomechanical properties of RENbO₄ (RE = La, Gd, Dy, Y, Yb) ceramics: A nanoindentation study
👤 Xiang Jiang, Lin Chen, Di Zhang, Guiyu Xue, Jing Feng
📰 Journal of the American Ceramic Society, 2025
📈 Citations: 0

📄 Article
⚙️ Exceptional abrasion and corrosion resistance of NiCoCrAlY/Al₂O₃ blade tip abrasive coatings up to 1000 °C by laser cladding
👤 Lin Chen, Yuhao Xie, Chang-Jiu Li, Guanjun Yang
📰 Surface and Coatings Technology, 2025
📈 Citations: 1

📄 Article
🧱 Optimizations of thermal and mechanical properties of Al₁₋ₓMₓTaO₄ (M=Ga and Co) ceramics for thermal/environmental barrier coatings
👤 Luyang Zhang, Lin Chen, Yuxuan Zhang, Jiang Tian, Jing Feng
📰 Ceramics International, 2025
📈 Citations: 0

📄 Article
🌡️ Durable GdTaO₄/YSZ double-ceramic-layer thermal barrier coatings against ultrahigh-temperature thermal shock
👤 Guanjun Yang, Lin Chen
📰 Ceramics International, 2025
📈 Citations: 0

Robert Otieno | Material Science | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Robert Otieno | Material Science | Best Researcher Award

Materials Instructor at Multimedia University of Kenya, Kenya

Robert Kennedy Otieno is a Senior Technologist at the Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering at Multimedia University of Kenya, where he has been in charge of materials testing since March 2021. He is also pursuing an MSc in Mechanical Engineering (Materials Options) at the same institution, having started in September 2022. Robert holds a BSc in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Nairobi (2005) and a Master of Engineering in Transportation Planning and Management from Dalian Maritime University, China (2011). His areas of research include materials technology, strength of materials, and foundry technology. He has been involved in significant research projects, such as developing lightweight, high-strength magnesium-based alloys for the automotive and aerospace industries, and analyzing the efficiency of seaports and Eurasian railways. Robert has also worked as a Research Affiliate at Dalian Maritime University (2011–2016) and a Teaching Assistant in transportation modeling and supply chain management at the same university (2009–2011). He has received several scholarships and grants, including the Chinese Government Scholarship and collaborative research funding from the Chinese Academy of Sciences.

Publication Profile : 

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🎓 Educational Background :

Robert Kennedy Otieno holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Nairobi, where he graduated in March 2005. He later pursued a Master of Engineering in Transportation Planning and Management at Dalian Maritime University, China, graduating in July 2011. He also undertook a Pre-doctorate program in Supply Chain Management at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology in 2014. Currently, he is pursuing a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on Materials at Multimedia University of Kenya, having commenced in September 2022.

💼 Professional Experience :

Robert has an extensive career in academia and research. Since March 2021, he has been serving as a Senior Technologist in the Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering at Multimedia University of Kenya, where he also oversees the Materials Testing laboratory. He is involved in instructing and guiding students in materials testing and research projects. Prior to this, Robert was a Research Affiliate at Dalian Maritime University from 2011 to 2016, where he collaborated on various transportation-related research projects. He also worked as a Research and Teaching Assistant in Transportation Planning and Management at Dalian Maritime University between September 2009 and July 2011, assisting professors in the fields of transportation modeling and supply chain management.

📚 Research Interests : 

Robert’s research interests span across several areas in engineering, including Materials Technology, Strength of Materials (Applied Mechanics), and Foundry Technology. His recent work has focused on the development of lightweight, high-strength magnesium-based alloys for the automotive and aerospace industries. He has also contributed to research on seaport operations efficiency and the improvement of Eurasian railway networks through multi-objective optimization models.

📝 Publication Top Notes :

  1. Yang, H., Lin, K., Kennedy, O. R., & Ruth, B. (2011). Sea-port operational efficiency: An evaluation of five Asian ports using stochastic frontier production function model. Journal of Service Science and Management, 4(03), 391.
  2. Kennedy, O. R., Novikova, K. K. A., Yang, H., & Lin, K. (2011). Supply chain flexibility: Structural equation modeling approach. I-Business, 3(4), 390.
  3. Otieno, R. K., Odhong, E. V., & Ondieki, C. (2024). Prediction of phases and mechanical properties of magnesium-based high-entropy alloys using machine learning. Journal of King Saud University-Science, 103456.
  4. Otieno, R., Odhong, E. V., & Mutua, J. (2023). Modelling and simulation of composition and mechanical properties of high entropy magnesium-based multicomponent alloy. Advances in Materials Science and Engineering: An International Journal.
  5. Otieno, R. K., Mureithi, N., & Ahmed, H. (2018). Finite element analysis of reinforced structural fibre-glass and recycled plastic blocks in low-cost houses. Journal of Emerging Trends in Engineering and Applied Sciences, 9(4), 160-167.
  6. Leparmara, M. A., Mwaura, L. G., & Otieno, R. K. (2016). Factors influencing effectiveness of murder profiling procedures: A case of serial murders at Kihiu Mwiri Farmers’ Company in Kenya. Journal of Forensic Sciences and Criminal Investigations, 1(3).
  7. Kseniia, N., Lu, J., & Kennedy, O. R. (2015). An evaluation of characteristics of efficiency and flexibility of the Eurasian Continental Bridge. In ICTE 2015 (pp. 1055-1065).
  8. Kennedy, O. R., & Ksenia, K. A. (2012). Pareto-optimal solutions to multimodal cargo transportation problems: An elitist non-dominated ranking genetic algorithm approach. Редакционная коллегия, 70.
  9. Otieno, R. K. (2011). An evaluation of technical efficiencies of Liaoning seaports. 大连海事大学.