Juan Pablo Tafur Guisao | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Juan Pablo Tafur Guisao | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Doctor at Polytechnic University of Madrid, Spain

Dr. Juan Tafur Guisao is an Assistant Doctor at the Polytechnic University of Madrid, specializing in energy storage, biopolymers, and industrial waste applications in material science. With extensive experience in research and academia, he has contributed to multiple universities across Spain, Ecuador, and Colombia. His expertise spans electrochemistry, materials engineering, and industrial chemistry.

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Educational Background 🎓

  • Higher Degree in Industrial Engineering
    • Institution: Polytechnic University of Cartagena, Spain
    • Field of Study: Industrial Engineering
    • Degree Type: 1st and 2nd cycle studies (Equivalent to Bachelor’s and Master’s)

Professional Experience 💼

Polytechnic University of Madrid (Spain)

  • Position: Assistant Doctor
  • Department: Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, and Industrial Design, Higher Technical School of Industrial Engineering and Design
  • Start Date: September 1, 2023
  • Responsibilities:
    • Research in energy storage using biopolymers
    • Development of industrial waste-based electrolytes
    • Teaching courses in Chemistry, Materials Science, Macromolecular and Non-metallic Materials, and Environmental Science
    • Master’s-level instruction in Advanced Knowledge of Materials and Applications

Yachay Experimental Technology Research University (Ecuador)

  • Position: Full-Time Professor (October 2017 – August 2023)
  • Department: Engineering, School of Chemical Sciences and Engineering
  • Responsibilities:
    • Research in electrochemical energy storage using copolymers
    • CO₂ capture and eco-packaging development
    • Coordination of the Materials Engineering degree program
    • Teaching various chemistry and engineering courses
    • Faculty internship coordination and academic linkage

Technical University of the North (Ecuador)

  • Position: Full-Time Professor (April 2016 – September 2017)
  • Department: School of Industrial Engineering, Faculty of Engineering
  • Responsibilities:
    • Research in energy storage and material sciences
    • Teaching courses in General Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, and Physical Chemistry
    • Degree thesis supervision and coordination
    • Organization of academic conferences and international research collaboration

Polytechnic University of Cartagena (Spain)

  • Position: Laboratory Assistant (October 2012 – February 2016)
  • Responsibilities:
    • Conducting experimental research in material science and electrochemistry

Research Interests 🔬

  • Energy Storage – Electrochemistry, Biopolymers, and Copolymers
  • Sustainable Materials – Industrial Waste Utilization and CO₂ Capture
  • Electrolyte Development – Advanced Materials for Energy Applications
  • Materials Characterization – Using Techniques like SEM, EDX, TGA, DSC, FTIR, XPS, and XRD

Conclusion🌟

Dr. Juan Tafur Guisao is a dedicated researcher and educator with a strong background in materials engineering, chemistry, and energy storage. His work integrates sustainability, industrial waste repurposing, and advanced electrochemical applications. With years of teaching experience at prestigious institutions, he continues to contribute to scientific advancements while mentoring future engineers.

Publications 📚

📄 BLENDS OF TPS WITH MODIFIED MWCNT: CHARACTERIZATION AND APPLICATION
📝 Acta Microscopica
📅 2023 | Journal Article
🔑 EID: 2-s2.0-85163588992
📖 ISSN: 07984545
✍️ Contributors: Garces, B.; Corredor, L.; Michell, R.M.; Tafur, J.P.

📄 Green Energy Storage: Chitosan-Avocado Starch Hydrogels for a Novel Generation of Zinc Battery Electrolytes
📝 Polymers
📅 2023-11-14 | Journal Article
🔑 DOI: 10.3390/polym15224398
✍️ Contributors: María I. Cruz-Balaz; María Fernanda Bósquez-Cáceres; Anabel D. Delgado; Noé Arjona; Vivian Morera Córdova; Lorena Álvarez-Contreras; Juan P. Tafur

📄 Synthesis and characterization of Chitosan-Avocado seed starch hydrogels as electrolytes for zinc-air batteries
📝 Journal of Polymer Research
📅 2023-06 | Journal Article
🔑 DOI: 10.1007/s10965-023-03566-0
✍️ Contributors: María I. Cruz-Balaz; María Fernanda Bósquez-Cáceres; José Béjar; Lorena Álvarez-Contreras; Vivian Morera Córdova; Juan P. Tafur

📄 Enhancing Electrochemical Performance of Zinc-Air Batteries Using Freeze Crosslinked Carboxymethylcellulose-Chitosan Hydrogels as Electrolytes
📝 Journal of The Electrochemical Society
📅 2023-06-01 | Journal Article
🔑 DOI: 10.1149/1945-7111/acd876
✍️ Contributors: María Fernanda Bósquez-Cáceres; José Bejar; Lorena Álvarez-Contreras; Juan P. Tafur

📄 Chitosan-Carboxymethylcellulose Hydrogels as Electrolytes for Zinc–Air Batteries: An Approach to the Transition towards Renewable Energy Storage Devices
📝 Batteries
📅 2022-11-30 | Journal Article
🔑 DOI: 10.3390/batteries8120265
✍️ Contributors: María Fernanda Bósquez-Cáceres; Lola De Lima; Vivian Morera Córdova; Anabel D. Delgado; José Béjar; Noé Arjona; Lorena Álvarez-Contreras; Juan P. Tafur

📄 Industrial Processes Online Teaching: A Good Practice for Undergraduate Engineering Students in Times of COVID-19
📝 Sustainability
📅 2022-04 | Journal Article
🔑 DOI: 10.3390/su14084776
✍️ Contributors: Marvin Ricaurte; Paola Elizabeth Ordóñez Vivanco; Carlos Navas-Cardenas; Miguel Meneses; Juan P. Tafur; Alfredo Viloria

📄 Mechanical properties and X-ray diffraction analyses of clay/sand pellets for CO2 adsorption: the effects of sand content and humidity
📝 Oil & Gas Science and Technology – Revue d’IFP Energies nouvelles
📅 2021 | Journal Article
🔑 DOI: 10.2516/ogst/2021030
✍️ Contributors: Isaac Iglesias; Mayra Jiménez; Andrea M. Gallardo; Edward E. Ávila; Vivian Morera; Alfredo Viloria; Marvin Ricaurte; Juan P. Tafur

📄 Nanocomposite polymer electrolytes for zinc and magnesium batteries: From synthetic to biopolymers
📝 Polymers
📅 2021 | Journal Article
🔑 DOI: 10.3390/polym13244284
✍️ Contributors: Bósquez-Cáceres, M.F.; Hidalgo-Bonilla, S.; Córdova, V.M.; Michell, R.M.; Tafur, J.P.

📄 Properties of the PVA-VAVTD KOH Blend as a Gel Polymer Electrolyte for Zinc Batteries
📝 Gels
📅 2021-12-10 | Journal Article
🔑 DOI: 10.3390/gels7040256
✍️ Contributors: Alisson A. Iles Velez; Edwin Reyes; Antonio Diaz-Barrios; Florencio Santos; Antonio J. Fernández Romero; Juan P. Tafur

📄 Green Nanocomposites Based on Thermoplastic Starch: A Review
📝 Polymers
📅 2021-09-23 | Journal Article
🔑 DOI: 10.3390/polym13193227
✍️ Contributors: Katherine E. Rivadeneira-Velasco; Christian A. Utreras-Silva; Antonio Díaz-Barrios; Alicia E. Sommer-Márquez; Juan P. Tafur; Rose M. Michell

📄 Structural modifications and ionic transport of PVA-KOH hydrogels applied in Zn/Air batteries
📝 Journal of Electroanalytical Chemistry
📅 2019 | Journal Article
🔑 DOI: 10.1016/j.jelechem.2019.113380
✍️ Contributors: Santos, F.; Tafur, J.P.; Abad, J.; Fernández Romero, A.J.

Hongyun Zhang | Materials surface | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Hongyun Zhang | Materials surface | Best Researcher Award

Professor and CNKI review specialist at Kaili University, China

Hongyun Zhang is a Professor at the School of Big Data Engineering, Kaili University, China, with expertise in superhydrophobicity, icephobic materials, and sensor technology, as well as teaching for the Internet of Things. He earned his Ph.D. from Xiangtan University in 2013, later joining Kaili University as an associate professor. Zhang has published over 40 articles, including 11 SCI and ESCI papers, and holds five national patents. His research projects have been funded by the Guizhou Province Science and Technology Department, and he serves as a review specialist in CNKI’s expert database. Zhang’s work has received 207 citations, and he actively contributes to innovations in material science and device engineering.

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🎓 Educational Background :

Dr. Hongyun Zhang earned his Ph.D. from Xiangtan University in June 2013. His academic journey began with a career as a middle school teacher in Zhejiang Province, China, before he advanced to become an associate professor at Kaili University in Guizhou Province. Alongside his academic role, Dr. Zhang was invited to serve as the director of the postgraduate program at Hangzhou Normal University.

💼 Professional Experience :

Currently a professor at the School of Big Data Engineering, Kaili University, Dr. Zhang brings extensive experience to his teaching and research. He has contributed significantly to basic education and higher education, with a focus on scientific experiments and the Internet of Things (IoT). As a CNKI review specialist, he is actively involved in academic evaluations and also serves as a senior evaluator for professional technical positions in Qiandongnan state. Furthermore, he is one of the first batch of innovation and entrepreneurship tutors in Guizhou Province.

📚 Research Interests : 

Dr. Zhang’s research spans the fields of superhydrophobicity, icephobic materials, and the development of physical devices as sensors. His work focuses on understanding the thermodynamics of wetting behavior and microstructures for surfaces, contributing to advancements in anti-icing technology and materials science. His research has resulted in numerous publications in top-tier scientific journals, with over 200 citations. He is also working on an upcoming teaching book for IoT engineering.

📝 Publication Top Notes :

  1. Hongyun Zhang, Wen Li*, Guo Ping Fang. “A New Model for Thermodynamic Analysis on Wetting Behavior of Superhydrophobic Surfaces.” Applied Surface Science, 2012, 258, 2707-2716. (SCI)
  2. Hongyun Zhang*, Wen Li*, Daoyi Cui. “Design of Lotus-Simulating: Thermodynamic Analysis Based on a New Methodology.” Colloids and Surfaces A: Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects, 2012, 413, 314-327. (SCI)
  3. Hongyun Zhang*, Wen Li*, Haihua Liu, Daoyi Cui. “Thermodynamic Analysis on Superhydrophobicity Based on Design of a Pillar Model.” Soft Matter, 2012, 8, 10360-10369. (SCI)
  4. Hongyun Zhang*, Wen Li*, Xiaokai Zhang, Fahong Miao, Li Taohai, Haihua Liu. “Determination of the Second Step Microstructures for Superhydrophobic Surfaces.” Surface and Interface Analysis, 2013, 45, 919-929. (SCI)
  5. Hongyun Zhang*, Yousheng Yu, Jinfu Pan, Song Zhang, Xueke Wu, Yongliang Yang. “Structure and Property Analysis for a Superhydrophobic Surface Model with Multi-Scale.” Colloids and Surfaces A: Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects, 2016, 505, 72-85. (SCI)
  6. Hongyun Zhang*, Yongliang Yang, Hu Long, Jie Yang. “Study for Critical Roughness Based on Interfacial Energy.” Physica B: Condensed Matter, 2018, 542, 20-31. (SCI)
  7. Hongyun Zhang*, Yongliang Yang, Hu Long, Lianshuai Huang, Xiaokai Zhang. “Compare Study Between Icephobicity and Superhydrophobicity.” Physica B: Condensed Matter, 2019, 556, 118-130. (SCI)
  8. Hongyun Zhang*, Yongliang Yang, Hu Long, Lianshuai Huang, Xiaokai Zhang, Jie Yang. “Thermodynamic Method for Establishment of Relationship Between Hydrophobicity/Icephobicity and Microstructure.” MethodX, 2019, 6, 513-526. (ESCI)
  9. Hongyun Zhang*, Manlin Ou, Houbing Tang, Yongliang Yang. “Selection of Second Step Micro-Morphology for Anti-Icing Surfaces Based on Icing Time.” Materials Today Communications, 2024, 39, 109099. (SCI)
  10. Hongyun Zhang*, Yongliang Yang, Jinfu Pan. “Measurement for Overweight and Weightlessness.” Experimental Technology and Management, 2019, 36(04), 83-86. (CSCD)
  11. Hongyun Zhang, Xiaokai Zhang, Yongliang Yang*. “Analysis of Difference in Micro-Morphology for Anti-Icing Based on Adhesion Work.” Journal of Shihezi University (Natural Science), 2024, 42(04), 404-413. (CSCD)
  12. Haihua Liu, Hongyun Zhang, Wen Li*. “Thermodynamic Analysis on Wetting Behavior of Hierarchical Structured Superhydrophobic Surfaces.” Langmuir, 2011, 27(10), 6260-6267. (SCI)
  13. Yazhuo Guan, Hongyun Zhang, Wen Li*. “First-Principle Study on Alloying Stability, Electronic Structure, and Mechanical Properties of Al-Based Intermetallics.” Physica B, 2011, 406, 1149-1153. (SCI)