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

MATTEO BERGOGLIO | Sustainable Materials | Young Scientist Award

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Mr. MATTEO BERGOGLIO | Sustainable Materials | Young Scientist Award

PhD student at Politecnico di Torino, Italy

Matteo Bergoglio is a Ph.D. researcher in Material Science at Politecnico di Torino, specializing in polymer synthesis, bioactive glass-reinforced composites, and 3D printing for biomedical applications. His research focuses on developing sustainable, reprocessable thermosets (vitrimers) and enhancing biocompatibility in polymeric materials. He has collaborated with international institutions, including KTH Royal Institute of Technology (Sweden) and Luxinergy GmbH (Austria), and has mentored master’s students. His work has been featured in leading journals, including a cover publication in Polymers, showcasing his contributions to innovative material development.

Publication Profile 

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Educational Background 🎓

  • Ph.D. in Material Science (Ongoing) – Politecnico di Torino, Italy
    • Research focus: Synthesis, characterization, and 3D printing of polymeric composite materials reinforced with bioactive glasses.
    • Investigation of reprocessable bio-based thermosets (vitrimers).
  • Master’s Degree in Materials Engineering (2017–2022) – Politecnico di Torino, Italy
    • Exchange program: KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden (11/2021 – 06/2022)
    • Thesis: “Vanillin bio-based reprocessable polymers”
    • Specialization: Science and technology of ceramics, polymers, biomaterials, and polymers for specialized applications.
  • Professional Qualification:
    • (January 2023) Qualifying Examination for Professional Activity in Materials Engineering, Politecnico di Torino, Italy

Professional Experience 💼

  • Ph.D. Researcher (2022 – Present) – Politecnico di Torino, Italy
    • Research in polymer synthesis, composite materials, and 3D printing with bioactive glasses.
    • Study of biocompatibility and mechanical properties of polymer composites.
    • Exploration of bio-based vitrimers with reprocessable properties.
    • Mentor for master’s students.
  • Exchange Researcher (09/2023 – 12/2023) – Luxinergy GmbH, Austria
    • Collaborative research in polymer materials and 3D printing.
  • Fellow Researcher (09/2022 – 11/2022) – Politecnico di Torino, Italy
    • Designed and characterized bioactive glasses with antibacterial properties.
    • Synthesized and analyzed bio-based reprocessable thermosets.

Research Interests 🔬

  • Polymeric Composite Materials: Synthesis and 3D printing of bioactive glass-reinforced polymers.
  • Bio-Based Polymers: Design and development of sustainable polymer materials.
  • Reprocessable Thermosets (Vitrimers): Investigation of recyclable and sustainable thermoset materials.
  • Surface Modification of Bioactive Glasses: Enhancing biocompatibility and mechanical properties.
  • 3D Printing in Biomedical Applications: Development of polymer scaffolds for tissue engineering.

Awards and Honors🏆✨

  • Featured Cover Publication (2023) – Polymers, Issue 20, Volume 15
    • Title: “UV-Cured Bio-Based Acrylated Soybean Oil Scaffold with Bioactive Glasses”
  • Mentorship: Successfully guided four master’s students in Materials and Biomedical Engineering.
  • International Collaborations:
    • Università del Piemonte Orientale, Italy
    • Polymer Competence Center Leoben GmbH, Austria
    • Luxinergy GmbH, Austria
    • KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden

Conclusion🌟

Matteo Bergoglio is an emerging researcher in materials science with expertise in polymer chemistry, composite materials, and 3D printing technologies. His work focuses on developing sustainable, reprocessable polymers and bioactive glass-reinforced materials for biomedical applications. He has actively collaborated with international institutions, mentored graduate students, and received recognition for his impactful research, including a cover feature in Polymers. His ongoing research contributes significantly to the advancement of eco-friendly and high-performance polymer materials.

Publications 📚

📄 Journal Article
🔬 Silanized and Cu-doped bioactive glass as filler for biobased photocurable 3D printed scaffolds
📚 Materials Today Chemistry | 📅 2025-03
🔗 DOI: 10.1016/j.mtchem.2025.102559
✍️ Contributors: Matteo Bergoglio, Ziba Najmi, Andrea Cochis, Marta Miola, Enrica Vernè, Marco Sangermano
📖 Source: Crossref

📄 Journal Article
🖨️ 3D-Printed Acrylated Soybean Oil Scaffolds with Vitrimeric Properties Reinforced by Tellurium-Doped Bioactive Glass
📚 Polymers | 📅 2024-12-23
🔗 DOI: 10.3390/polym16243614
✍️ Contributors: Matteo Bergoglio, Matthias Kriehuber, Bernhard Sölle, Elisabeth Rossegger, Sandra Schlögl, Ziba Najmi, Andrea Cochis, Federica Ferla, Marta Miola, Enrica Vernè et al.
📖 Source: Crossref

📄 Journal Article
☀️ UV-Cured Bio-Based Acrylated Soybean Oil Scaffold Reinforced with Bioactive Glasses
📚 Polymers | 📅 2023-10-14
🔗 DOI: 10.3390/polym15204089
✍️ Contributors: Matteo Bergoglio, Ziba Najmi, Andrea Cochis, Marta Miola, Enrica Vernè, Marco Sangermano
📖 Source: Crossref

 

 

 

Divya P.V | Sustainable Materials | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Divya P.V | Sustainable Materials | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad, India

Dr. Divya P.V. is an Associate Professor of Civil Engineering (Geotechnical Engineering) at IIT Palakkad, with over 10 years of teaching and research experience, including 9.2 years post-PhD. She holds a Ph.D. from IIT Bombay and has previously served at VIT University and NIT Calicut. Her research expertise lies in Ground Improvement, Geosynthetics, Slope Stabilization, and Green-Geotechnics, and she has published 50 papers, including 25 in international journals. Dr. Divya has led several high-profile research and consultancy projects, receiving multiple awards for her contributions to geotechnical engineering, including the ISIGS-Smt. Indra Joshi Biennial Award and recognition for excellence in PhD research.

Publication Profile : 

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🎓 Educational Background :

  • Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical Engineering) from IIT Bombay, India.
  • M.Tech
  • B.Tech

💼 Professional Experience :

Dr. Divya P.V. has over 10.6 years of academic and professional experience in geotechnical engineering, with 9.2 years of post-PhD experience. She is currently serving as an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at IIT Palakkad, India, a position she has held since November 2021. Prior to this, she was an Assistant Professor at IIT Palakkad from July 2017 to November 2021. Her earlier roles include serving as an Associate Professor at VIT University, India, from January 2013 to December 2015, and as a Lecturer at NIT Calicut in 2006. Throughout her career, Dr. Divya has contributed significantly to geotechnical engineering education and research, guiding multiple PhD and MS students and managing various sponsored R&D and consultancy projects.

📚 Research Interests : 

Dr. Divya’s research focuses on a range of geotechnical engineering topics, including ground improvement, geosynthetics, reinforced soil structures, slope stabilization, and landslide mitigation. She is particularly interested in green-geotechnics, which involves sustainable practices in geotechnical engineering. Additionally, she employs centrifuge modelling and image analysis techniques in her research to better understand the behavior of soils and structures under various conditions.

📝 Publication Top Notes :

  1. Shaji, S., & Divya, P. V. (2024). Sustainable ground improvement of soft clay using eggshell lime and rice husk ash. Construction and Building Materials, 441, 137460.
  2. Anita, A., & Divya, P. V. (2024). Construction and demolition waste as a sustainable backfill for geosynthetic-reinforced MSE walls. International Journal of Geosynthetics and Ground Engineering, 10(3), 36.
  3. Sebastian, S., & Divya, P. V. (2024). Natural fibres: A sustainable material for geotextile applications. Indian Geotechnical Journal, 54(3), 1056–1072.
  4. Divya, P. V. (2024). Geosynthetic reinforced soil structures: Forensic investigation on failures and remedial measures. Indian Geotechnical Journal, 54(1), 258–265.
  5. Musaib, A., & Divya, P. V. (2024). Digital soil mapping of residual lateritic soils in Kerala using interpolation methods. In Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering (Vol. 476, pp. 301–312).
  6. Dhanya, K. A., Venkatesh, T. S. D., & Divya, P. V. (2023). Influence of suction on the interface characteristics of unsaturated marginal lateritic soil backfills with composite geosynthetics. International Journal of Geosynthetics and Ground Engineering, 9(6), 73.
  7. Dhanya, K. A., Vibha, S., & Divya, P. V. (2023). Coupled flow-deformation analysis of MSE wall reinforced with hybrid geogrids. International Journal of Geosynthetics and Ground Engineering, 9(4), 45.
  8. Anita, A., Karthika, S., & Divya, P. V. (2023). Construction and demolition waste as valuable resources for geosynthetic-encased stone columns. Journal of Hazardous, Toxic, and Radioactive Waste, 27(2), 04022047.
  9. Dhanya, K. A., Vibha, S., & Divya, P. V. (2023). Performance of lateritic soil slopes at the onset of rainfall infiltration. Indian Geotechnical Journal, 53(1), 107–126.
  10. Musaib, A., & Divya, P. V. (2023). Incorporation of unsaturated soil properties in the prediction of rainfall induced landslides using TRIGRS and Scoops3D models. In Geotechnical Special Publication, 2023-March(GSP 338), 509–520.