Satya Prakash Padhee | Hydrogen Storage | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Satya Prakash Padhee | Hydrogen Storage | Young Scientist Award

Post-Doc fellow at Korea Institute of Science and Technology, South Korea

Dr. Satya Prakash Padhee is an early-career materials scientist and metallurgist specializing in hydrogen storage materials. With a strong foundation in minerals, metallurgical, and materials engineering, he has contributed significantly to sustainable energy technologies, particularly the synthesis and optimization of TiFe-based alloys for hydrogen storage. He is currently a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST), working on hydrogen storage alloys and their thermodynamic and kinetic optimization.

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Educational Background 🎓

  • Ph.D. in Minerals, Metallurgical & Materials Engineering
    Indian Institute of Technology, Bhubaneswar (2022)

    • Specialization: Hydrogen Storage Materials

    • Thesis: Electro-deoxidation process for producing FeTi from low-grade ilmenite

    • Supervisor: Dr. Soobhankar Pati

  • M.Tech in Minerals, Metallurgical & Materials Engineering
    Indian Institute of Technology, Bhubaneswar (2015)

    • Specialization: Solvent Extraction

    • CGPA: 8.7

    • Thesis: Extraction of Ruthenium from high-level liquid waste using ionic liquids

  • B.E. in Mechanical (Manufacturing) Engineering
    Annamalai University, Chidambaram (2013)

    • Specialization: Non-Destructive Testing

    • CGPA: 8.2

    • Thesis: Fatigue life prediction of ZE41A cast magnesium alloy using acoustic emission

Professional Experience 💼

  • Postdoctoral Fellow
    Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST), Seoul
    (Aug 2022 – Present)

    • Focus on synthesis and development of TiFe-based hydrogen storage alloys

    • Expertise in alloy design, purity control, and thermal treatment

  • Senior Research Fellow
    Indian Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar
    (Dec 2021 – Aug 2022)

    • Designed and fabricated a piezoelectric testing machine

    • Analyzed current-voltage behavior of polymer-based piezoelectrics under load

Research Interests 🔬

  • Room-temperature hydrogen storage materials

  • Fuel cells and renewable energy storage

  • First-principles (DFT-based) calculations using VASP

  • Solvent extraction and electrochemical processes

  • Lithium-ion battery recycling and materials recovery

  • Electrodeposition and corrosion-resistant coatings

Awards and Honors🏆✨

  • MHRD Scholarships for both Ph.D. and M.Tech programs at IIT Bhubaneswar

  • Top 100 Rank in GATE 2013 (Production and Industrial Engineering)

Technical Skills & Tools🧰

  • Alloy synthesis, PCT apparatus fabrication, SEM, XRD, BET, TGA-DSC, AAS, UV spectroscopy

  • Molten salt electro-deoxidation for metal extraction

  • Hydrogen charging-discharging tests

  • Electrodeposition and corrosion testing for fuel cell applications

  • First-principles simulations (VASP), Rietveld analysis

Teaching Experience👨‍🏫

At IIT Bhubaneswar (as a Teaching Assistant):

  • Undergraduate Labs & Courses: Materials Thermodynamics, Intro to Materials Science

  • Postgraduate Courses: Advanced Thermodynamics & Kinetics, Physical Metallurgy, Materials Characterization, Electrochemical Engineering, Simulation & Modeling

Conclusion🌟

Dr. Satya Prakash Padhee is a promising young researcher whose work bridges fundamental materials science and applied clean energy technologies. His specialization in hydrogen storage alloys, hands-on engineering of testing apparatuses, and expertise in simulation and electrochemistry make him an ideal candidate for prestigious research awards and academic appointments in the field of sustainable materials and energy systems.

Publications 📚

📘 1. Optimizing Hydrogen Storage in TiFe–V Alloys: Influence of Sample Purity and Heat Treatment
📅 June 2025
📚 International Journal of Hydrogen Energy
🔗 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijhydene.2025.05.232
✍️ Authors: Satya Prakash Padhee, Kouji Sakaki, Vivek Shukla, Kyubin Hwang, Young Whan Cho, Young-Su Lee

📘 2. Optimizing Hydrogen Storage Pathways in Ti-Al Alloys through Controlled Oxygen Addition
📅 2024
📚 International Journal of Energy Research
🔗 DOI: 10.1155/2024/2216181
✍️ Authors: Vivek Shukla, S.J. Han, T. Ha, Satya Prakash Padhee, J.-Y. Suh, Y.W. Cho, Y.-S. Lee

📘 3. Role of Mn-substitution towards the Enhanced Hydrogen Storage Performance in FeTi
📅 2022
📚 International Journal of Hydrogen Energy
🔗 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijhydene.2022.01.032
✍️ Authors: Satya Prakash Padhee, A. Roy, S. Pati

📘 4. Electro-deoxidation Process for Producing FeTi from Low-Grade Ilmenite: Tailoring Precursor Composition for Hydrogen Storage
📅 2021
📚 Journal of Sustainable Metallurgy
🔗 DOI: 10.1007/s40831-021-00412-9
✍️ Authors: Satya Prakash Padhee, U.K. Chanda, R. Singh, A. Roy, B. Mishra, S. Pati

📘 5. Mechanistic Insights into Efficient Reversible Hydrogen Storage in Ferrotitanium
📅 2021
📚 International Journal of Hydrogen Energy
🔗 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijhydene.2020.09.221
✍️ Authors: Satya Prakash Padhee, A. Roy, S. Pati

📘 6. Electrodeposited Ni–Mo–Cr–P Coatings for AISI 1020 Steel Bipolar Plates
📅 2020
📚 International Journal of Hydrogen Energy
🔗 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijhydene.2020.06.014
✍️ Authors: U.K. Chanda, Satya Prakash Padhee, A.K. Pandey, S. Roy, S. Pati

📘 7. Effect of Cr Content on the Corrosion Resistance of Ni–Cr–P Coatings for PEMFC Metallic Bipolar Plates
📅 2019
📚 Materials for Renewable and Sustainable Energy
🔗 DOI: 10.1007/s40243-019-0158-8
✍️ Authors: U.K. Chanda, Satya Prakash Padhee, A.D. Pathak, S. Roy, S. Pati

Bin Jiang | Hydrogen Energy | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Bin Jiang | Hydrogen Energy | Best Researcher Award

Senior Engineer at State Power Investment Corporation Research Institute (SPICRI), China

Bin Jiang is a Senior Engineer at the State Power Investment Corporation R&D Institute (SPICRI), specializing in hydrogen energy safety and infrastructure research. With a robust portfolio including 14 peer-reviewed publications and 14 invention patents, he has made outstanding contributions to high-pressure hydrogen technology. Bin Jiang played a key role in national hydrogen energy initiatives and independently built China’s first high-pressure hydrogen leakage test facility with pressures exceeding 70 MPa. His research underpins critical safety protocols for hydrogen refueling stations and contributes to national energy safety standards.

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Educational Background 🎓

Although specific degree information is not provided, Bin Jiang’s achievements strongly indicate an advanced academic background (likely a Master’s or Ph.D.) in engineering disciplines such as:

  • Mechanical Engineering

  • Energy Engineering

  • Hydrogen Technology or related fields

Note: This section can be updated upon disclosure of formal educational credentials.

Professional Experience 💼

  • Position: Senior Engineer

  • Institution: State Power Investment Corporation R&D Institute (SPICRI)

  • Experience Highlights:

    • Led 10 national-level research projects, including National Key R&D Programs and Major Special Projects

    • Built and managed China’s first full-scale high-pressure hydrogen leakage testing facility (>70 MPa)

    • Conducted systematic testing on nozzle types and pressure variations to assess hydrogen behavior

    • Contributed to the creation and revision of 3 national group standards

    • Collaborated with Dalian University of Technology and Wuhan University of Technology

    • Completed 2 industry consultancy projects

    • Edited and co-authored technical standards and obtained 2 software copyrights

Research Interests 🔬

  • Primary Fields:

    • Hydrogen Energy

    • Nuclear Energy

  • Specialized Topics:

    • High-pressure hydrogen leakage and diffusion behavior

    • Spontaneous combustion of hydrogen

    • Hydrogen safety engineering

    • Infrastructure design for hydrogen refueling stations

    • Energy systems safety and risk mitigation

Awards and Honors🏆✨

  • Award Nominated: Best Researcher Award (2025)

  • Recognitions:

    • Selected for leadership roles in national research programs

    • Key contributor to hydrogen safety standardization in China

    • Research cited in high-impact journals (SCI, Scopus)

No individual awards are explicitly listed; however, the quality and scope of contributions reflect national-level recognition and industry impact.

Conclusion🌟

Bin Jiang is a leading figure in hydrogen energy research in China, bridging the gap between scientific research and industrial safety. His work directly supports national energy transformation goals by ensuring that hydrogen technologies are safe, scalable, and well-understood. With groundbreaking achievements such as constructing China’s first full-scale high-pressure hydrogen leakage test facility and publishing significant research, Bin Jiang is a critical contributor to the future of clean energy. His nomination for the Best Researcher Award is a testament to his impactful, innovative, and safety-driven contributions.

Publications 📚

Niu, Y., Jiang, B., … Liang, G. (2025). 🧪 Experimental study on high-pressure hydrogen leakage and diffusion in full-scale hydrogen refueling stations. 🧾 International Journal of Hydrogen Energy.

Guochang Li | Electrochemistry | Innovative Research Award

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Dr. Guochang Li | Electrochemistry | Innovative Research Award

Professor at Ningbo University, China

Dr. Guochang Li is a distinguished associate professor at the School of Materials Science and Chemical Engineering, Ningbo University. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from Nanjing University in 2021 under the mentorship of Prof. Zheng Hu (Cheung Kong Scholar/National Distinguished Young Scholar). Dr. Li specializes in the design, synthesis, and application of carbon-based materials, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and their derivatives for energy storage and conversion systems. His research integrates advanced material characterization, theoretical simulations, and practical energy applications, contributing significantly to high-impact publications and patents in the field.

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Educational Background 🎓

  • Ph.D. in Chemistry, Nanjing University, 2021

  • Tutor: Prof. Zheng Hu (胡征), Cheung Kong Scholar, National Distinguished Young Scholar

Professional Experience 💼

  • Distinguished Associate Professor
    School of Materials Science and Chemical Engineering,
    Ningbo University, China
    (Date unspecified–Present)

Research Interests 🔬

  • Functional carbon-based materials and MOFs

  • Hybrid capacitors and secondary batteries (e.g., Na-ion, Zn-ion, Li–S)

  • Electrocatalysis for water splitting and CO₂ reduction

  • Single-/double-atomic site electrodes

  • Mechanistic studies on SEI film formation and ion migration

Scientific Achievements

  • Publications: Published multiple high-impact articles in Angewandte Chemie, Advanced Functional Materials, Advanced Materials, Small, and Dalton Transactions.

  • Representative Work:

    • Single atomic Cu–C₃ sites for ultra-stable sodium-ion batteries, Angew. Chem. Int. Ed., 2024

    • NiSe₂/Co₃Se₄ quantum dots for Ni–Zn batteries, Adv. Funct. Mater., 2024

    • Carbon nanocages for ultrahigh energy supercapacitors, Small, 2022

  • Patents:

    • Hierarchical carbon-based nanocages for supercapacitors (ZL202111360190.4)

    • Sandwich nanomaterials and NiSe₂/Co₃Se₄ nanospheres (under substantive examination)

Scientific Research Projects

  • Principal Investigator (PI):

    • NSFC Project: Functionalized collapsed carbon nanocages for Zn-ion hybrid capacitors (22209083), 2023–2025

  • Co-Investigator:

    • NSFC Key Projects:

      • Porous metal heterostructures for water splitting (52071174), 2021–2024

      • High-power lithium–sulfur electrodes via synergistic confinement and electrocatalysis (21832003), 2019–2023

Technical Expertise

  • Experimental Equipment: Construction and maintenance of tubular furnaces, GC, gas systems

  • Instrumentation: SEM, HRTEM, XRD, FT-IR, Raman, Electrochemical analyzer, BET surface area analyzers

  • Software & Simulations: Materials Studio, OriginLab, Chemdraw, Jade, XPSPEAK, Photoshop, 3Ds Max, Endnote

Future Research Plan

  1. Na-ion Batteries: Development of single/double atomic site electrodes to regulate electrode–electrolyte interfacial chemistry, SEI formation, and Na⁺ transport.

  2. Zn-I₂ Batteries: Design of advanced electrode materials with enhanced electrochemical performance using atomic-level engineering.

Conclusion🌟

Dr. Guochang Li is an emerging leader in materials chemistry, with a rapidly growing research portfolio centered on next-generation energy devices. His blend of experimental skills, theoretical insight, and interdisciplinary approach enables significant advancements in carbon nanostructures, atomic-scale catalysis, and battery technologies. Backed by strong publication and patent records, Dr. Li continues to push the frontier of energy materials research.

Publications 📚

📄 Mo-Doped Ni-Co Selenide Nanosheets as High-Performance Electrodes for Aqueous Ni-Zn Batteries and Supercapacitors
👨‍🔬 M. Xu, S. Cui, X. Fu, … G. Li, L. Han
📰 ACS Applied Nano Materials
📅 2025 | 📚 Citations: 0

📄 Fluorine-Doped Carbon Dots Decorated on Iron-Cobalt Selenide Nanosheets as Superior Electrocatalysts for Oxygen Evolution in Seawater
👨‍🔬 J. Dai, L. Zhang, Z. Zhang, … G. Li, L. Han
📰 Applied Surface Science
📅 2025 | 📚 Citations: 1

📄 Single Atomic Cu–C₃ Sites Catalyzed Interfacial Chemistry in Bi@C for Ultra-Stable and Ultrafast Sodium-Ion Batteries
👨‍🔬 G. Li, Y. Tang, Y. Wang, … H. Pang, L. Han
📰 Angewandte Chemie International Edition
📅 2025 | 📚 Citations: 2

📄 Phosphorus Doping in Co₉S₈/Ni₃S₂ Hollow Nanorods for Supercapacitors
👨‍🔬 S. Cui, L. Wu, X. Lu, … X.W. Xiao, L. Han
📰 ACS Applied Nano Materials
📅 2025 | 📚 Citations: 1

📄 Silver Nanoparticle-Decorated NiFe-MOFs as Highly Active Electrocatalysts for Overall Water Splitting
👨‍🔬 C. Zhang, H. Chen, C. Zhou, … G. Li, L. Han
📰 ACS Applied Nano Materials
📅 2025 | 📚 Citations: 0

📄 Boosting High Energy Density for Aqueous Ni–Zn Batteries by Synergetic Engineering of Bimetal Doping and Se Vacancy in Ni₃Se₂
👨‍🔬 X. Fu, S. Cui, M. Xu, … X. Xiao, L. Han
📰 ACS Applied Energy Materials
📅 2025 | 📚 Citations: 0

Amina Chahtou | Photovoltaic | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Amina Chahtou | Photovoltaic | Best Researcher Award

Associate professor at Renewable Energy Development Center, Algeria

Dr. Amina Chahtou is an Associate Professor and renewable energy researcher at the Renewable Energy Development Center (CDER) in Algeria. She holds a Ph.D. in Advanced Materials Science and Technology from Hirosaki University, Japan, and a Master’s degree in Materials and Photovoltaic Science from USTMB, Algeria. Her research focuses on solar energy, photovoltaic performance, material optimization, and advanced reduction processes for metals like aluminum and titanium. With international academic and research experience, she has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and actively promotes sustainability through initiatives like WiSER (Women in Sustainability, Environment and Renewable Energy).

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Educational Background 🎓

  • Ph.D. in Advanced Materials Science and Technology
    Graduate School of Science and Technology, Hirosaki University, Japan
    Thesis: “Optimization of heating-temperature on carbothermal reduction of alumina for production of aluminum” (2018)

  • Master’s Degree in Materials and Photovoltaic Science
    University of Sciences and Technology Mohamed Boudiaf (USTMB), Algeria (2012–2014)
    Distinction: Excellent – Ranked 1st out of over 100 students

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Physics Applied to Natural and Life Sciences
    University of Sciences and Technology Mohamed Boudiaf (USTMB), Algeria (2009–2012)
    Distinction: Excellent – Ranked 2nd out of over 50 students

  • Baccalaureate (Physics Option)
    Algeria (June 2012) – With honors

Professional Experience 💼

  • Associate Professor / Permanent Researcher
    Renewable Energy Development Center (CDER), Algeria (Feb 2020–present)

  • Physics and Biophysics Lecturer
    Faculty of Medicine, University of Algiers (Oct 2024–present)

  • WiSER Pioneer Member
    Masdar Institute, Abu Dhabi – Women in Sustainability, Environment, and Renewable Energy (Jan 2022–present)

  • Lecturer (Mathematics, Electricity, Mechanics)
    USTMB (Oct 2018–Jan 2020)

  • Assistant Researcher
    Advanced Materials for Science and Technology, NJRISE, Japan (Oct 2015–2018)

  • Research Member
    Solar Sahara Breeder Project (Japan–Algeria) (2012–2015)

  • Research Assistant
    Lab of Electronic Microscopy and Materials Science, Algeria (2012–2014)

  • High School Physics Teacher
    Algeria (Dec 2014–June 2015)

  • R&D Intern
    SONALGAZ & Military Hospital, Oran (2010–2012)

Research Interests 🔬

  • Solar energy and photovoltaic systems

  • Materials for renewable energy (solar-grade silicon, aluminum, titanium)

  • Carbothermal reduction processes

  • Environmental influence on PV module performance

  • Machine learning applications in energy systems

  • Nanomaterials and surface analysis (AFM, XRD, SEM)

Awards and Honors🏆✨

  • Top Rank Student – 1st in Master’s Program (USTMB)

  • Top Rank Student – 2nd in Bachelor’s Program (USTMB)

  • Certificates Obtained:

    • XRD Training (Regaku Japan, 2015)

    • PV Panel Installation (CDER, 2020)

    • Project Management & Patent Treatment (2021)

    • ISO 17025 / ISO 9001 (2021)

    • Cisco Networking: CCNA Exploration (2019)

Conclusion🌟

Dr. Amina Chahtou is a dedicated materials scientist and renewable energy expert with deep experience in solar energy technologies, photovoltaic performance analysis, and advanced material processing. With international education and research experience in Japan and Algeria, and a growing publication record, she contributes significantly to the sustainable energy sector. Her multidisciplinary expertise and involvement in women-in-science initiatives position her as a prominent researcher advancing green technologies in North Africa and beyond.

Publications 📚

  1. 🌍 Techno-economic of Solar-powered Desalination for Green Hydrogen Production: Insights from Algeria with Global Implications
    International Journal of Hydrogen Energy (April 2025)
    🔗 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijhydene.2025.03.306
    👥 Amina Chahtou, Brahim Taoussi

  2. ⚡ Performance Degradation, Failures, and a New Strategy for Enhancing Efficiency: Selecting Optimal Polycrystalline Silicon PV Modules for Different Cities in Northern Algeria
    Journal of Failure Analysis and Prevention (Dec 2024)
    🔗 DOI: 10.1007/s11668-024-02083-6
    👥 Amina Chahtou, El Amin Kouadri Boudjelthia, Nesreddine Belhaouas

  3. ♨️ Optimization of Heating-Temperature on Carbothermal Reduction of Alumina for Production of Aluminum
    International Journal of Biosensors & Bioelectronics (Apr 2018)
    🔗 DOI: 10.15406/ijbsbe.2018.04.00099
    👥 Amina Chahtou

  4. ⚙️ Development of Real-time Weight Monitoring System for the Carbothermic Reduction Process of Silica
    Materials Transactions (2016)
    🔗 DOI: 10.2320/matertrans.M2016163
    👥 R. Benioub, A. Boucetta, A. Chahtou, S.M. Heddadj, M. Adnane, Y. Furuya, K. Itaka

  5. 🧪 Optimization of the Granulation Binders of High-Purity Carbothermic Reduction for Solar-grade Silicon
    Materials Transactions (2016)
    🔗 DOI: 10.2320/matertrans.M2016218
    👥 A. Boucetta, R. Benioub, A. Chahtou, S.M. Heddadj, T. Ogasawara, Y. Furuya, S. Hamzaoui, K. Itaka

  6. 🔍 Visual Degradation of PV Modules After 30 Years of Exposure in Algeria
    In Artificial Intelligence and Renewables Towards an Energy Transition (2021)
    🔗 DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-63846-7_78
    👥 Amina Chahtou

  7. 🔬 Study of Carbothermal Reduction of Silica, Alumina and Titania Under Argon Gas
    In ICREEC 2019 Proceedings (2020)
    🔗 DOI: 10.1007/978-981-15-5444-5_37
    👥 Amina Chahtou

  8. 🌞 Study of STC Performance Outdoor for PV Modules Under Different Irradiation at Temperature of 25°C
    International Conference on Artificial Intelligence in Renewable Energetic Systems
    📍 Tipaza, Algeria – (Dec 2020)
    👥 Amina Chahtou