Tikaram Neupane | Materials Physics | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Tikaram Neupane | Materials Physics | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor of Physics at University of North Carolina at Pembroke, United States

Dr. Tikaram Neupane is an Assistant Professor of Physics at The University of North Carolina at Pembroke. He specializes in condensed matter and optical physics, with extensive research and teaching experience in nonlinear optics, nanomaterials, and ocean optics. His work spans academia and government-funded research initiatives, with active involvement in scientific leadership and community outreach, particularly in science education and student mentorship.

Publication Profile 

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Educational Background 🎓

  • Ph.D. in Condensed Matter and Optical Physics
    Hampton University, VA, USA (2016–2020)
    Dissertation: Third-order Optical Nonlinearity of Tungsten and Molybdenum Disulfide Atomic Layers

  • M.S. in Condensed Matter Physics
    University of Wyoming, WY, USA (2014–2015)

  • Postgraduate Diploma in Earth System Physics
    International Center for Theoretical Physics (ICTP), Trieste, Italy (2010–2011)
    Project: 2D modeling in mantle convection

Professional Experience 💼

  • Assistant Professor of Physics
    University of North Carolina at Pembroke (2021–present)
    Coordinator of Applied Physics; Director of NC Region 4 Science and Engineering Fair

  • Postdoctoral Research Associate
    University of Southern Mississippi, NASA’s Stennis Space Center (2020–2021)
    Research in ocean optics, ocean color, and remote sensing

  • Graduate and Doctoral Researcher
    Hampton University and University of Wyoming (2014–2020)
    Research in optical properties of nanomaterials and simulation of solar materials

Research Interests 🔬

  • Nonlinear optical properties of nanomaterials (quantum dots, 2D materials)

  • All-optical switching and self-phase modulation

  • Ocean optics and remote sensing

  • Photoluminescence and spectroscopy techniques

  • Density Functional Theory (DFT) simulations for nanomaterials

  • Photonics and optical characterization techniques

Awards and Honors🏆✨

  • 2021 – Dean’s Research and Scholarship Fund, UNCP

  • 2022 – NC Collaboratory Research Grant for Historically Minority-Serving Institutions

  • 2023–2025 – PURC (Pembroke Undergraduate Research and Creativity) Center Research Fund

  • Editorial Roles – Guest Editor, Journal of Crystal; Editorial Board Member, Compendium of Optics and Photonics (COP)

  • Leadership Roles – Secretary (2024–2026), ANPA; Chair, 8th ANPA Conference (2025)

Conclusion🌟

Dr. Tikaram Neupane is a dedicated physicist and educator whose contributions span cutting-edge research, undergraduate teaching, and scientific outreach. His focus on nonlinear optics and nanomaterials is complemented by leadership roles in community science initiatives and editorial boards. He brings a dynamic blend of academic excellence, mentorship, and public engagement to the field of physics.

Publications 📚

  • 🧪 Size-dependent Fluorescence Properties of CdSe Quantum Dots
    Solid State Communications, 2025-05
    🔗 DOI: 10.1016/j.ssc.2025.115993
    👥 Uma Poudyal, Chandra Mani Adhikari, Nisha H. Makani, Bhoj Raj Gautam, Tikaram Neupane

  • 🌀 Third-Order Optical Nonlinearity of Hexagonal Boron Nitride Atomic Layer (Preprint)
    2024-12-24
    🔗 DOI: 10.20944/preprints202412.2015.v1
    👥 Tikaram Neupane, Uma Poudyal, Bagher Tabibi, Felix Jaetae Seo

  • 💡 Cubic Nonlinearity of Graphene-Oxide Monolayer
    Materials, 2023-10-12
    🔗 DOI: 10.3390/ma16206664
    👥 Tikaram Neupane, Uma Poudyal, Bagher Tabibi, Wan-Joong Kim, Felix Jaetae Seo

  • 🔍 Cubic Nonlinearity of Graphene-Oxide Monolayer (Preprint)
    2023-08-23
    🔗 DOI: 10.20944/preprints202308.1593.v1
    👥 Tikaram Neupane, Uma Poudyal, Bagher Tabibi, Wan-Joong Kim, Felix Jaetae Seo

  • 🧠 Dispersion in Single-Wall Carbon Nanotube Film: An Application of Bogoliubov–Valatin Transformation for Hamiltonian Diagonalization
    Condensed Matter, 2023-06-16
    🔗 DOI: 10.3390/condmat8020053
    👥 Chandra M. Adhikari, Da’Shawn M. Morris, Thomas W. Noonan, Tikaram Neupane, Basu R. Lamichhane, Bhoj R. Gautam

  • 🔮 Spatial Self-Phase Modulation in Graphene-Oxide Monolayer
    Crystals, 2023-02-04
    🔗 DOI: 10.3390/cryst13020271
    👥 Tikaram Neupane, Bagher Tabibi, Wan-Joong Kim, Felix Jaetae Seo

  • 🌈 Spin-Resolved Visible Optical Spectra and Electronic Characteristics of Defect-Mediated Hexagonal Boron Nitride Monolayer
    Crystals, 2022-06-25
    🔗 DOI: 10.3390/cryst12070906
    👥 Sheng Yu, Tikaram Neupane, Bagher Tabibi, Qiliang Li, Felix Seo

 

 

 

 

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

Wenzhou Yu | Metallurgical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wenzhou Yu | Metallurgical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at Chongqing University, China

Wenzhou Yu is an Associate Professor at Chongqing University, specializing in metallurgical engineering with a focus on metal recovery from industrial solid waste. He obtained his Bachelor’s degree from Central South University (2007), followed by a Master’s and PhD from Kunming University of Science and Technology (2010, 2014). He was a visiting scholar at the University of Tokyo in 2022. With over 40 high-level publications, Wenzhou Yu’s research explores vacuum thermal reduction technology to recover valuable metals from solid waste, achieving significant improvements in recovery efficiency and minimizing secondary waste. He is also a member of The Iron and Steel Institute of Japan (ISIJ).

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Educational Background 🎓

Wenzhou Yu is an Associate Professor at Chongqing University, specializing in metallurgical engineering. He earned his Bachelor’s degree from Central South University (China) in 2007, followed by a Master’s degree (2010) and a PhD (2014) from Kunming University of Science and Technology (China). In 2022, he served as a visiting scholar at the University of Tokyo for a year. Throughout his academic journey, Wenzhou has published over 40 high-level research papers, contributing significantly to his field. He is also a member of The Iron and Steel Institute of Japan (ISIJ) and serves as a guest editor for Crystals.

Professional Experience 💼

Wenzhou Yu has played a pivotal role in advancing research on metal recovery from industrial waste, with numerous collaborations and contributions to cutting-edge technology. His involvement in projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and industry consultations has further solidified his reputation in the field. His academic efforts are also recognized internationally, with editorial responsibilities and over 40 published papers in renowned journals. 📚💡

Research Interests 🔬

Wenzhou Yu’s primary research focuses on the recovery of valuable metals from industrial solid waste. His work includes developing a vacuum thermal reduction technology to recover metals from materials like red mud, coal fly ash, and polycrystalline silicon kerf loss. His contributions to improving recovery efficiency and minimizing secondary waste have the potential for industrial applications, promoting sustainable practices in metallurgy and waste management. 🌱🔬

Awards and Patents:

Wenzhou Yu holds multiple patents and has been recognized for his pioneering work in the field of waste-to-metal recovery. He is currently nominated for the Best Researcher Award for his innovative contributions. 🏆🔧

Publications 📚

  • 📝 A new strategy for extracting aluminum and iron from red mud via vacuum thermal reduction, alkali-leaching and magnetic separation
    Wen, J., Yu, W., Yuan, H., Xiong, T., Yang, F.
    Journal of Cleaner Production, 2024, 485, 144409

  • ♻️ Eco-Friendly and Efficient Alumina Recovery from Coal Fly Ash by Employing CaO as an Additive During the Vacuum Carbothermic Reduction and Alkali Dissolution
    Rao, Z., Yu, W., Yuan, H., Yang, F., Nyarko-Appiah, J.E.
    Journal of Sustainable Metallurgy, 2024, 10(4), pp. 2216–2226, 131010

  • 🌍 A new strategy for CO2 storage and Al2O3 recovery from blast furnace slag and coal fly ash by employing vacuum reduction and alkali dissolution methods
    Yuan, H., Yu, W., Wen, J., Nyarko-Appiah, J.E., Bai, C.
    Energy, 2024, 308, 132865

  • 🔬 Influencing mechanism of (V, Ti)@(C, N) compounds on the viscosity of hot metal
    Jiang, Z., Yu, W., Song, L., Hu, M., Bai, C.
    Ironmaking and Steelmaking, 2024, 51(5), pp. 397–410

  • 🔧 The Enhancing Mechanism of Na2SO4 on Mullite Decomposition and Alumina Recovery During the Vacuum Carbothermic Reduction of Coal Fly Ash
    Nyarko-Appiah, J.E., Yu, W., Song, L., Wei, P., Chen, H.
    Journal of Sustainable Metallurgy, 2024, 10(2), pp. 810–821

  • ⚙️ Separation of magnesium vapor and carbon monoxide during the vacuum carbothermal reduction of MgO by employing polycrystalline silicon cutting waste as the separation agent
    Yang, F., Yu, W., Wang, W., Jiang, W., Zhu, Y.
    Separation and Purification Technology, 2024, 332, 125798

  • 💡 Oxygen removal and silicon recovery from polycrystalline silicon kerf loss by combining vacuum magnesium thermal reduction and hydrochloric acid leaching
    Yang, F., Yu, W., Wen, J., Jiang, W., Emmanuel, N.-A.J.
    Journal of Environmental Management, 2023, 338, 117829

  • 🌱 An efficient and environmental friendly strategy for alumina extraction and Fe–Si alloys production from coal fly ash by combining vacuum thermal reduction, alkali dissolving, and magnetic separation
    Yu, W., Rao, Z., Yuan, H., Nyarko-Appiah, J.E., Jiang, W.
    Journal of Cleaner Production, 2023, 408, 137129

  • 🔨 Fe-Si alloys production and alumina extraction from coal fly ash via the vacuum thermal reduction and alkaline leaching
    Chen, H., Yu, W., Jiang, Z., Wei, P., Nyarko-Appiah, J.E.
    Fuel Processing Technology, 2023, 244, 107702

  • 💎 Softening–Melting Properties and Slag Evolution of Vanadium Titano-Magnetite Sinter in Hydrogen-Rich Gases
    Xin, R., Zhao, J., Gao, X., Dang, J., Bai, C.
    Crystals, 2023, 13(2), 210