Soumia Mounir | Renewable Energy | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Soumia Mounir | Renewable Energy | Best Researcher Award

Professor at ENA Agadir, Morocco

Dr. Soumia Mounir is an Associate Professor at the National School of Architecture in Agadir, Morocco. She specializes in sustainable built environments, with extensive expertise in materials science, sustainability in architecture, and energy efficiency. Her academic and research contributions focus on developing eco-friendly construction materials, thermal performance of bio-sourced materials, and optimizing energy use in buildings. Dr. Mounir has also played a significant role in supervising students at both undergraduate and doctoral levels and has been actively involved in international research collaborations and conferences.

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Educational Background 🎓

  • Ph.D. in Materials Science, Thermal Sciences, and Sustainable Built Environment
    • Ecole Mohammadia d’Ingénieurs – University Mohamed V, Rabat, Morocco (2013 – 2016)
  • Engineering Degree in Mechanical and Energy Engineering
    • Ecole Nationale des Arts et Métiers, Meknes, Morocco (2002 – 2008)

Professional Experience 💼

Academic Positions

  • Associate Professor (2021 – Present)

    • National School of Architecture, Agadir, Morocco
    • Teaching and research in sustainable built environments, materials science, and energy efficiency
    • Supervision of PhD students and final-year architecture students

  • Assistant Professor (2017 – 2021)

    • National School of Architecture, Fez, Morocco
    • Focus on sustainability in architecture and materials science
    • Mentored students on research and dissertation work

Industry Experience

  • Project Manager & Engineer – BETOM Ingénierie (2011 – 2014, Rabat, Morocco)
    • Specialized in HVAC system studies, project estimation, and site supervision
  • Project Manager & Engineer – OGER International (2008 – 2011, Casablanca, Morocco)
    • Worked on HVAC projects, system sizing, and site inspections

Visiting Faculty & Collaborations

  • Visiting Professor, Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment, USIM Malaysia
  • Speaker at multiple international conferences on sustainable materials and energy efficiency

Research Interests 🔬

  • Sustainable Building Materials – Development and characterization of bio-sourced materials for thermal and structural efficiency
  • Energy Efficiency in Architecture – Enhancing building performance through thermal inertia and low-carbon construction techniques
  • Thermal and Mechanical Properties of Composites – Investigating materials like clay-cork, clay-wool, and clay-plastic for energy optimization
  • Renewable and Sustainable Materials – Integration of eco-friendly and recycled materials in modern construction

Awards and Honors🏆✨

  • Project Manager for Solar Decathlon Africa (2017 – 2019) – Led the A’Freehome project, an innovative solar house developed through international collaboration
  • Speaker at Prestigious Conferences – Including IGU Istanbul, SETIC Nigeria, and TMREES Greece, discussing advancements in sustainable architecture
  • Recognition for Contributions in Sustainable Architecture – Active involvement in international research forums and community engagement in green building technologies

Conclusion🌟

Dr. Soumia Mounir is a leading researcher in sustainable architecture and materials science. Her extensive academic and professional background reflects a strong commitment to energy efficiency, eco-friendly construction, and advancing sustainability in the built environment. Through her research, teaching, and industry collaborations, she has significantly contributed to the field, making her an influential figure in sustainable design and green building technologies.

Publications 📚

📄 Article • Open Access
🌱 Energy Efficiency of a Solar Green Building Using Bio-Sourced Materials for Indoor Temperature and Humidity Optimization
👩‍🏫 S. Mounir, Y. Maaloufa, A. Khabbazi, M. Atigui, A. Aharoune
📚 Energy Engineering: Journal of the Association of Energy Engineering, 2025
🔢 Citations: 0

📄 Article • Open Access
🛠️ Comparative Study of Gypsum Composite Materials Reinforced with Date Palm and Polyester Fibres
👩‍🔬 A. Souidi, M. Atigui, Y. Maaloufa, S. Mounir, A. Aharoune
📚 Revue des Composites et des Materiaux Avances, 2024
🔢 Citations: 1

📄 Article
🏗️ The Effect of Mussel Shell Powder on the Thermal and Mechanical Properties of Plaster
🔬 A. Souidi, Y. Maaloufa, M. Amazal, A. Idoum, A. Aharoune
📚 Construction and Building Materials, 2024
🔢 Citations: 4

Rabin Paul | Solar Cells Development | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Rabin Paul | Solar Cells Development | Young Scientist Award

Research scholar at National Institute of Technology, India

Rabin Paul is a dedicated researcher in optoelectronics, nanoelectronics, and photovoltaics, currently pursuing a Ph.D. at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Silchar, India. His research focuses on the design and simulation of high-efficiency solar cells, including CZTS, CZTSe, and perovskite-based technologies. With a strong background in device modeling, VLSI design, and nanotechnology, he has contributed significantly to his field through multiple publications, international collaborations, and conference presentations.

Publication Profile 

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Educational Background 🎓

  • Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) – National Institute of Technology, Silchar (2020-2024)
    • Research: Design and Simulation Modelling of High-Efficiency CZTS, CZTSe, and Perovskite Solar Cells (CGPI 9.0)
  • M.Tech in Electronics Design and Technology – Tezpur University (2018-2020)
    • Research: Driver’s Drowsiness Detection System Using Two-Electrode ECG (CGPI 8.0)
  • B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering – Assam Engineering College, Guwahati (2013-2017)
    • Research: Automatic Food Delivery System for Fisheries Using Arduino and Bluetooth Control (63.33%)

Professional Experience 💼

  • Student Vice-Chair, IEEE Electron Devices Society (EDS), NIT Silchar (2021-Present)
  • Conference Organizer
    • Student Organizing Vice-Chair, 4th Springer International Conference on Micro/Nanoelectronics Devices, Circuits, and Systems (MNDCS-2024)
    • Student Organizing Co-Chair, MNDCS-2023
    • Volunteer & Organizer, MNDCS-2022, MNDCS-2021
  • Workshop Participation & Training
    • Solar Cell Fabrication Workshop – IIEST Shibpur (2019)
    • IEEE EDS Summer Schools (2021, 2022)
    • IEEE Distinguished Lectures and Mini-Colloquiums on Nanoelectronics, GaN Technology, and Semiconductor Devices for 5G

Research Interests 🔬

  • Photovoltaics and Solar Cell Technology
    • Second and third-generation solar cells (CZTS, CZTSe, Perovskite)
    • Nano-wire (co-axial) solar cells for micro/nanoelectronics
  • Nanoelectronics & Optoelectronics
    • Modeling & Simulation of Wide Bandgap (WBG) and Ultra-Wide Bandgap (UWBG) Materials
    • Development of AlGaN/GaN & InGaN/GaN LEDs for High-Efficiency Applications
  • VLSI Design & Technology

Awards and Honors🏆✨

  • Student Vice-Chair, IEEE EDS, NIT Silchar (Since 2021)
  • Recognized Research Collaborator
    • Prof. Hieu Pham Trung Nguyen (Texas Tech University, USA)
    • Nour El Islam Boukortt (University of Santiago de Compostela, Spain)
    • P. Susthitha Menon (Institute of Microengineering and Nanoelectronics, Malaysia)

Conclusion🌟

Rabin Paul is an emerging researcher in the field of optoelectronics, photovoltaics, and nanoelectronics, with a strong academic background, international collaborations, and multiple publications in reputable journals. His expertise in solar cell modeling, VLSI design, and semiconductor device engineering positions him as a promising contributor to the advancement of next-generation energy-efficient technologies. With active participation in IEEE EDS leadership roles and international conferences, he is committed to fostering innovation and collaboration in his field.

Publications 📚

1️⃣ Rabin Paul, Shweta Shukla, T. R. Lenka, F. A. Talukdar, Hieu P. T. Nguyen
📝 “Design and Performance Analysis of Novel Perovskite/CZTSe Hybrid Solar Cell for High Efficiency”
📖 Solar Energy (Elsevier), 🗓️ 26th Nov 2024, 🔗 DOI: 10.1016/j.solener.2024.113146
📈 Impact Factor: 6.0 (2024) | 🏆 Q1 | 🔬 SCI

2️⃣ R. Paul
📝 “Investigation of Novel n-Doped a-Si/CZTSe Ultrathin-Film Solar Cell for Enhanced Performance”
📖 IEEE Transactions on Electron Devices, 📅 Vol. 70, No. 9, Sept. 2023, 🔗 DOI: 10.1109/TED.2023.3295339
📈 Impact Factor: 2.917 | 🏆 Q1 | 🔬 SCI

3️⃣ Nour El I Boukortt, Rabin Paul
📝 “Electrical and Optical Investigation of 2T–Perovskite/uCIGS Tandem Solar Cells with ~ 30% Efficiency”
📖 IEEE Transactions on Electron Devices, 📅 Vol. 69, Issue 7, 17th May 2022, 🔗 DOI: 10.1109/TED.2022.3176591
📈 Impact Factor: 2.917 | 🏆 Q1 | 🔬 SCI

4️⃣ Rabin Paul
📝 “Recent Progress in CZTS (CuZnSn Sulfide) Thin-Film Solar Cells: A Review”
📖 Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics (Springer), 🗓️ 9th Jan 2024, 🔗 DOI: 10.1007/s10854-024-11983-0
📈 Impact Factor: 2.8 | 🏆 Q2 | 🔬 SCI

5️⃣ Rabin Paul
📝 “Modelling and Simulation of CZTS Thin-Film Solar Cell for Efficiency Enhancement”
📖 Journal of Electronic Materials (Springer), 📅 Vol. 51, Issue 5, 14th Jan 2022, 🔗 DOI: 10.1007/s11664-022-09449-2
📈 Impact Factor: 2.2 | 🏆 Q2 | 🔬 SCI

6️⃣ Shweta Shukla, Rabin Paul, T. R. Lenka
📝 “A Comparative Investigation of Lead-Based and Lead-Free MAXI3 Perovskite Solar Cells with Various ETLs by Using SCAPS-1D”
📖 Journal of Optoelectronics and Advanced Materials, 🗓️ Dec 2024
📈 Impact Factor: 0.5 (2023) | 🏆 Q4 | 🔬 SCIE

1️⃣ R. Paul
📝 “Design and Analysis of High-Efficiency Eco-Friendly Lead-Free Perovskite Solar Cell with TiO₂ and C₆₀ Electron Transport Layers”
📅 5th IEEE International Conference on Devices for Integrated Circuits (DevIC 2023), 📍 Kalyani, India, 7-8 Apr 2023
📡 Indexed in IEEE Xplore | Scopus

2️⃣ N. E. I. Boukortt, R. Paul
📝 “Photo-Generation Losses from Interface Trap Density in Passivated Ultrathin CIGS Solar Cell”
📅 IECON 2022 – 48th Annual Conference of the IEEE Industrial Electronics Society, 📍 Brussels, Belgium, 2022
🔗 DOI: 10.1109/IECON49645.2022.9968670
📡 Indexed in IEEE Xplore | Scopus

3️⃣ Rabin Paul, T. R. Lenka, F. A. Talukdar
📝 “Performance Improvement of CZTSSe Solar Cell by Using Mg-Doped ZnO as Window Layer”
📅 2021 IEEE 18th India Council International Conference (INDICON), 📍 19-21 Dec 2021
🔗 DOI: 10.1109/INDICON52576.2021.9691716
📡 Indexed in IEEE Xplore | Scopus

1️⃣ Rabin Paul, Samadrita Das, G. Purnachandra Rao, Trupti Ranjan Lenka, Fazal Ahmed Talukdar, Susanta Kumar Tripathy
📝 “An n-Doped a-Si/CZTSe Ultra-Thin-Film Solar Cell Device for Energy Harvesting”
🇩🇪 German Innovation Patent, 📅 No. 202022102674.2, 📆 Filed: 16th May 2022, ✅ Granted: 2nd June 2022

2️⃣ Samadrita Das, Rabin Paul, G. Purnachandra Rao, Trupti Ranjan Lenka, Fazal Ahmed Talukdar, Ravi Teja Velpula, Hieu Pham Trung Nguyen
📝 “A Device for Designing Hafnium (IV) Oxide (HfO₂)/Silicon Dioxide (SiO₂) Encapsulation-Based III-Nitride Multi-Quantum Well Nanowire White-LED”
🇿🇦 South African Patent, 📅 App. No. 2022/12105, 📆 Filed: 7th Nov 2022, ✅ Registered: 31st May 2023

3️⃣ Rabin Paul, Shweta Shukla, T. R. Lenka, F. A. Talukdar, Hieu P. T. Nguyen
📝 “Numerical 3D Modeling and Analysis of Novel CZTS/CdS/ZnO Co-Axial Nanowire Solar Cell for Enhanced Performance”
🇮🇳 Indian Patent, 📆 2024 (Filed)

 

 

 

 

Somayeh Mohammadi | Energy Storage Devices | Women Researcher Award

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Dr. Somayeh Mohammadi | Energy Storage Devices | Women Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at University of Tehran, Iran

👩‍🔬 Dr. Somayeh Mohammadi is a nanotechnology and electrical engineering expert, with a Ph.D. from the University of Tehran. Passionate about advancing sustainable energy solutions and nanomaterials, she has pioneered research in MXene-based electrodes for supercapacitors and ammonia detection. With a robust publication record 📖 and significant international exposure 🌍, Dr. Mohammadi continues to push the boundaries of nanotechnology to solve real-world challenges. 🌱

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Education 🎓

  • M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering (Electronics), KNToosi University (2009)
  • Ph.D. in Nanotechnology (Electronic Engineering), University of Tehran (2015)

Professional Experience 💼

Dr. Somayeh Mohammadi is a seasoned researcher and academic with a background in electrical engineering and nanotechnology. Her research and teaching career spans over a decade, with significant contributions to the fields of nanomaterials, electronics, and energy storage systems. Dr. Mohammadi has held academic positions, where she taught courses such as Introduction to Electrical Engineering, Nanotechnology Principles, and Electric Circuits. She has led numerous research projects and supervised graduate seminars and internships, primarily focused on developing high-performance materials for energy storage and sensing applications. Dr. Mohammadi’s expertise extends to MXenes, supercapacitors, and nanostructured materials, where her contributions to both fundamental research and applied nanotechnology are recognized internationally.

Research Interests 🧠

  • MXene-based materials for energy storage (supercapacitors, batteries)
  • Nanomaterials for environmental sensing (ammonia detection, gas sensors)
  • Nanostructured materials for advanced electronics
  • Fabrication of energy-efficient nano-devices using 2D materials

Her work has made substantial contributions to MXene research, where she has explored various methods to enhance the performance of MXene-based electrodes in energy devices, including supercapacitors, lithium-ion batteries, and gas sensors.

Publications 📚

  1. Ahmadian, Zahra, Mohammadi, Somayeh, Mortazavi, Yadallah, Khodadadi, Abbasali. (2023). Stable N-doped Ti3C2Tx gas sensors for recoverable detection of ammonia at room temperature. Ceramics International, 49(23), 38635-38643.
  2. Azadvari, Reza, Mohammadi, Somayeh, Habibi, Alireza, Ahmadi, Shayan, Sanaee, Zeinab. (2023). Effect of ultra-sonication, vacuum drying, and carbon coating on the super-capacitive behavior of Ti3C2Tx MXene. Journal of Physics D: Applied Physics, 57(4), 045501.
  3. Ahmadian, Zahra, Azad, Mohammad Javad, Mohammadi, Somayeh, Mortazavi, Yadallah, Khodadadi, Abbasali. (2022). The effect of ball-milling parameters on the structures of Ti3AlC2 MAX phase and resultant Ti3C2Tx MXene. Journal of Ultrafine Grained and Nanostructured Materials, 55(2).
  4. Ronnasi, Bahar, Mahmoodian, Mehrnush, Mohammadi, Somayeh, Yasoubi, Mohammadreza, Sanaee, Zeinab. (2022). ⍺-NSA doped PPy @ Ti3C2Tx hybrid material as a high-performance supercapacitor electrode. Journal of Materials Research.
  5. Mohammadi, Somayeh. (2021). A review on fabrication of Ti3C2Tx MXene and its application as a supercapacitor electrode.
  6. Mohammadi, Somayeh, Delavar, Mostafa, Mohajerzadeh, Seid Mohammad Ala, Mohajerzadeh, Seyed Shamsodin. (2019). Effect of entrapped Ni nanoparticles on the electrical conductivity and current-induced breakdown of MWCNTs. Physica E: Low-Dimensional Systems & Nanostructures, 110, 32-38.
  7. Mohammadi, Somayeh. (2018). Fabrication of Graphene ribbons from carbon nanotubes and their application in nanometric devices.
  8. Ghasemi, Foad, Jalali, Mana, Abollahi, Ali, Mohammadi, Somayeh, Sanaee, Zeinab, Mohajerzadeh, Seyed Shamsodin. (2017). A high performance supercapacitor based on decoration of MoS2/reduced graphene oxide with NiO nanoparticles. RSC Advances, 7(83), 52772-52781.
  9. Mohammadi, Somayeh, Mohajerzadeh, Seyed Shamsodin, Gholizadeh, Azam, Salehi, Fatemeh, Masoumi, Nasser. (2014). Permeation of Nickel Nanodots on Carbon Nanotubes: Synthesis of 3D CNT-Based Nanomaterials. ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, 6(17), 15352-15362.
  10. Mohammadi, Somayeh, Kolahdouz, Zahra, Mohajerzadeh, Seyed Shamsodin, Masoumi, Nasser. (2013). Graphene formation by unzipping carbon nanotubes using a sequential plasma assisted processing. Carbon, 52, 451-463.

 

 

 

Jun Li | Energy Materials | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Jun Li | Energy Materials | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor of Kunming university, China

Li Jun is a dedicated researcher and educator passionate about advancing sustainable building technologies and energy storage solutions. His work emphasizes the development of safe and efficient materials to tackle modern energy challenges. 🌍💡📚

Publication Profile : 

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🎓 Educational Background :

Li Jun earned his Ph.D. in Power Engineering and Engineering Thermophysics from Chongqing University (September 2016 – December 2020). He completed his Master’s in the same field at Guangdong University of Technology (September 2013 – June 2016) and obtained his Bachelor’s in Physics from Donghua University of Science and Technology (September 2008 – June 2012).

💼 Professional Experience :

Li Jun has a rich academic career, currently serving as a Lecturer at Kunming University since February 2023. Prior to this role, he was involved in postdoctoral research at Guangdong University of Technology from January 2021 to November 2022. His extensive training and research experiences have equipped him with expertise in thermal safety and energy storage technologies.

📚 Research Interests : 

Li’s research interests lie primarily in the fields of thermal energy storage, phase change materials, and enhanced thermal safety. He focuses on the design and construction of innovative materials for high heat flux density electronic cooling.

📝 Publication Top Notes :

  • Jun Li, Yingbiao Yuan, Haoxin Chen, Lisi Jia, Na Zhang, Shuxian He, Renjie Chen, Rao Tao, Hongfei Zhang, Jiaoyang Li.
    Highly stable and nonflammable hydrated salt nanocapsules with inorganic-organic composite shell for sustainable building technology.
    Journal of Energy Storage, 2024, 79: 110173.
    (Sole First Author, Sole Corresponding Author)
  • Jun Li, Haoxin Chen, Lisi Jia, Xiaoyun Zhu, Guangjun Qin, Ying Chen.
    Preparation and characterization of Na2HPO4·12H2O@polymethyl methacrylate nanocapsule for efficient thermal energy storage.
    Journal of Energy Storage, 2022, 53: 105133.
    (Sole First Author)
  • Jun Li, Lisi Jia, Ying Chen, Longjian Li, Songping Mo, Jiacheng Wang, Chao Wang.
    Microfluidic fabrication and thermal properties of microencapsulated n-heptadecane with hexanediol diacrylate shell for thermal energy storage.
    Applied Thermal Engineering, 2019, 162: 114278.
    (Sole First Author)
  • Jun Li, Xiaoyun Zhu, Huichang Wang, Pengcheng Lin, Lisi Jia, Longjian Li, Ying Chen.
    Synthesis and properties of multifunctional microencapsulated phase change material for intelligent textiles.
    Journal of Materials Science, 2020, 3(56): 2176-2191.
    (Sole First Author)
  • Jun Li, Haoxin Chen, Lisi Jia, Ying Chen.
    Nanoencapsulation of Silicon Carbide-Doped Hydrated Salt for Safe and High-Efficient Battery Thermal Management.
    ACS Applied Energy Materials, 2022, 5(9): 11581-11590.
    (Sole First Author)