Juan Pablo Tafur Guisao | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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 πŸŽ“

  • 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 πŸ’Ό

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
    • COβ‚‚ 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 πŸ”¬

  • Energy Storage – Electrochemistry, Biopolymers, and Copolymers
  • Sustainable Materials – Industrial Waste Utilization and COβ‚‚ 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 πŸ“š

πŸ“„ BLENDS OF TPS WITH MODIFIED MWCNT: CHARACTERIZATION AND APPLICATION
πŸ“ Acta Microscopica
πŸ“… 2023 | Journal Article
πŸ”‘ EID: 2-s2.0-85163588992
πŸ“– ISSN: 07984545
✍️ Contributors: Garces, B.; Corredor, L.; Michell, R.M.; Tafur, J.P.


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


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


πŸ“„ Enhancing Electrochemical Performance of Zinc-Air Batteries Using Freeze Crosslinked Carboxymethylcellulose-Chitosan Hydrogels as Electrolytes
πŸ“ Journal of The Electrochemical Society
πŸ“… 2023-06-01 | Journal Article
πŸ”‘ DOI: 10.1149/1945-7111/acd876
✍️ Contributors: María Fernanda Bósquez-CÑceres; José Bejar; Lorena Álvarez-Contreras; Juan P. Tafur


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


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


πŸ“„ Mechanical properties and X-ray diffraction analyses of clay/sand pellets for CO2 adsorption: the effects of sand content and humidity
πŸ“ Oil & Gas Science and Technology – Revue d’IFP Energies nouvelles
πŸ“… 2021 | Journal Article
πŸ”‘ 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


πŸ“„ Nanocomposite polymer electrolytes for zinc and magnesium batteries: From synthetic to biopolymers
πŸ“ Polymers
πŸ“… 2021 | Journal Article
πŸ”‘ DOI: 10.3390/polym13244284
✍️ Contributors: Bósquez-CÑceres, M.F.; Hidalgo-Bonilla, S.; Córdova, V.M.; Michell, R.M.; Tafur, J.P.


πŸ“„ Properties of the PVA-VAVTD KOH Blend as a Gel Polymer Electrolyte for Zinc Batteries
πŸ“ Gels
πŸ“… 2021-12-10 | Journal Article
πŸ”‘ DOI: 10.3390/gels7040256
✍️ Contributors: Alisson A. Iles Velez; Edwin Reyes; Antonio Diaz-Barrios; Florencio Santos; Antonio J. FernÑndez Romero; Juan P. Tafur


πŸ“„ Green Nanocomposites Based on Thermoplastic Starch: A Review
πŸ“ Polymers
πŸ“… 2021-09-23 | Journal Article
πŸ”‘ DOI: 10.3390/polym13193227
✍️ Contributors: Katherine E. Rivadeneira-Velasco; Christian A. Utreras-Silva; Antonio Díaz-Barrios; Alicia E. Sommer-MÑrquez; Juan P. Tafur; Rose M. Michell


πŸ“„ Structural modifications and ionic transport of PVA-KOH hydrogels applied in Zn/Air batteries
πŸ“ Journal of Electroanalytical Chemistry
πŸ“… 2019 | Journal Article
πŸ”‘ DOI: 10.1016/j.jelechem.2019.113380
✍️ Contributors: Santos, F.; Tafur, J.P.; Abad, J.; FernÑndez Romero, A.J.


Bin Liang | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Bin Liang | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Institute of Metal Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China

🌟 Dr. Bin Liang is a leading researcher in materials science and a Professor at IMR, CAS. With over 56 journal publications, 21 patents, and extensive contributions to advanced ceramics, he is at the forefront of innovation in high-performance materials. His expertise spans cutting-edge research and global collaborations, making a significant impact in both academia and industry. πŸŒπŸ“šπŸ”¬

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Educational Background πŸŽ“

Dr. Bin Liang earned his Ph.D. in Materials Science from Harbin Institute of Technology (HIT) in 2017. During his doctoral studies, he expanded his academic horizon as a visiting scholar at the University of Michigan. Prior to his Ph.D., he laid the foundation for his expertise with rigorous education in materials science.

Professional Experience πŸ’Ό

Dr. Liang is a Professor at the Institute of Metal Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences (IMR, CAS), a position he has held since 2021. Before joining IMR, he was a postdoctoral researcher affiliated with Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School (Tsinghua SIGS) at Tsinghua University. Over the years, Dr. Liang has been pivotal in advancing the field of materials science, particularly focusing on ceramics and ceramic (-metal) matrix composites. His international collaborations, notably with the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Michigan, further underscore his global impact.

Research Interests πŸ”¬

Dr. Liang’s research interests include advanced ceramics and ceramic (-metal) matrix composites. His work aims to achieve exceptional performance in structural and functional applications. His groundbreaking innovations include the development of highly dense, amorphous silicon-boron-carbon-nitrogen ceramics using high-pressure sintering and mechanical alloying, a first in the world. He also investigates the high-temperature properties and damage mechanisms of these materials under extreme conditions.

Publications πŸ“š

πŸ“„ A novel strategy to improve the corrosion resistance of SiCf/SiC composites in high-temperature combustion environments by cooperation of self-healing SiBCN and high-stability Yb2Si2O7
πŸ“š Authors: Liang, B., Ji, S., Pang, S., Zhao, R., Tang, S.
πŸ“˜ Journal: Surface and Coatings Technology, 2024, 489, 131098.
πŸ”’ Citations: 0


πŸ“„ Fracture mechanical and ablation behaviors of C/SiC–Cu3Si–Cu interpenetrating composites and their dependence on metal addition and interface thickness
πŸ“š Authors: Wu, Y., Liang, B., Zhao, R., Li, J., Tang, S.
πŸ“˜ Journal: Composites Part B: Engineering, 2024, 283, 111632.
πŸ”’ Citations: 1


πŸ“„ Low residual stress SiC coatings on C/CA composites by a strategy of matching their expansion behaviors to improve thermal shock resistance
πŸ“š Authors: Yan, M., Hu, C., Li, J., Luo, R., Tang, S.
πŸ“˜ Journal: Composites Communications, 2024, 48, 101891.
πŸ”’ Citations: 2


πŸ“„ Facile preparation of a SiC@SiO2 nanowire-toughened ZrB2–SiC/SiC bilayer coating with good interfacial bonding, high toughness, and excellent cyclic ablation resistance on C/CA composites
πŸ“š Authors: Yan, M., Hu, C., Li, J., Luo, R., Tang, S.
πŸ“˜ Journal: Journal of Advanced Ceramics, 2024, 13(4), pp. 486–495.
πŸ”’ Citations: 3


πŸ“„ Facile preparation of lightweight and robust carbon aerogel monoliths for high-temperature thermal insulation and oil-water separation
πŸ“š Authors: Li, J., Sun, B., Zuo, L., Cheng, H.-M., Tang, S.
πŸ“˜ Journal: Carbon, 2024, 218, 118734.
πŸ”’ Citations: 8


πŸ“„ Construction of C/SiC–Cu3Si–Cu interpenetrating composites for long-duration thermal protection at 2500 Β°C by cooperative active-passive cooling
πŸ“š Authors: Wu, Y., Zhao, R., Liang, B., Cheng, H.-M., Tang, S.
πŸ“˜ Journal: Composites Part B: Engineering, 2023, 266, 111015.
πŸ”’ Citations: 11


πŸ“„ Construction of a ceramic coating with low residual stress on C/CA composites for thermal protection at ultra-high temperatures
πŸ“š Authors: Yan, M., Hu, C., Li, J., Liang, B., Tang, S.
πŸ“˜ Journal: Composites Part B: Engineering, 2023, 266, 110970.
πŸ”’ Citations: 16


πŸ“„ Mechanical Properties and Oxidation Behaviors of Self-Healing SiCf/SiC-SiBCN Composites Exposed to H2O/O2/Na2SO4 Environments
πŸ“š Authors: Ji, S., Liang, B., Hu, C., Li, J., Tang, S.
πŸ“˜ Journal: Acta Metallurgica Sinica (English Letters), 2023, 36(11), pp. 1909–1923.
πŸ”’ Citations: 2


πŸ“„ Self-densification behavior, interfacial bonding, and cyclic ablation resistance of HfSi2-ZrSi2 modified SiC/ZrB2-SiC/SiC coating for Cf/SiC composite
πŸ“š Authors: Tang, P., Hu, C., Pang, S., Wang, L., Tang, S.
πŸ“˜ Journal: Corrosion Science, 2023, 219, 111223.
πŸ”’ Citations: 11


πŸ“„ Insight into the origin of oxidation behaviors of carbon fiber reinforced carbon aerogel composites with different porous skeletons
πŸ“š Authors: Zhang, W., Hu, C., Li, J., Liang, B., Tang, S.
πŸ“˜ Journal: Carbon, 2023, 209, 118008.
πŸ”’ Citations: 6