Tikaram Neupane | Materials Physics | Best Researcher Award

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 Profileย 

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Educational Background ๐ŸŽ“

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

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

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

Professional Experience ๐Ÿ’ผ

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

  • Postdoctoral Research Associate
    University of Southern Mississippi, NASAโ€™s Stennis Space Center (2020โ€“2021)
    Research in ocean optics, ocean color, and remote sensing

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

Research Interests ๐Ÿ”ฌ

  • 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 Honors๐Ÿ†โœจ

  • 2021 โ€“ Deanโ€™s Research and Scholarship Fund, UNCP

  • 2022 โ€“ NC Collaboratory Research Grant for Historically Minority-Serving Institutions

  • 2023โ€“2025 โ€“ PURC (Pembroke Undergraduate Research and Creativity) Center Research Fund

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

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

Conclusion๐ŸŒŸ

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 ๐Ÿ“š

  • ๐Ÿงช Size-dependent Fluorescence Properties of CdSe Quantum Dots
    Solid State Communications, 2025-05
    ๐Ÿ”— DOI: 10.1016/j.ssc.2025.115993
    ๐Ÿ‘ฅ Uma Poudyal, Chandra Mani Adhikari, Nisha H. Makani, Bhoj Raj Gautam, Tikaram Neupane


  • ๐ŸŒ€ Third-Order Optical Nonlinearity of Hexagonal Boron Nitride Atomic Layer (Preprint)
    2024-12-24
    ๐Ÿ”— DOI: 10.20944/preprints202412.2015.v1
    ๐Ÿ‘ฅ Tikaram Neupane, Uma Poudyal, Bagher Tabibi, Felix Jaetae Seo


  • ๐Ÿ’ก Cubic Nonlinearity of Graphene-Oxide Monolayer
    Materials, 2023-10-12
    ๐Ÿ”— DOI: 10.3390/ma16206664
    ๐Ÿ‘ฅ Tikaram Neupane, Uma Poudyal, Bagher Tabibi, Wan-Joong Kim, Felix Jaetae Seo


  • ๐Ÿ” Cubic Nonlinearity of Graphene-Oxide Monolayer (Preprint)
    2023-08-23
    ๐Ÿ”— DOI: 10.20944/preprints202308.1593.v1
    ๐Ÿ‘ฅ Tikaram Neupane, Uma Poudyal, Bagher Tabibi, Wan-Joong Kim, Felix Jaetae Seo


  • ๐Ÿง  Dispersion in Single-Wall Carbon Nanotube Film: An Application of Bogoliubovโ€“Valatin Transformation for Hamiltonian Diagonalization
    Condensed Matter, 2023-06-16
    ๐Ÿ”— DOI: 10.3390/condmat8020053
    ๐Ÿ‘ฅ Chandra M. Adhikari, Daโ€™Shawn M. Morris, Thomas W. Noonan, Tikaram Neupane, Basu R. Lamichhane, Bhoj R. Gautam


  • ๐Ÿ”ฎ Spatial Self-Phase Modulation in Graphene-Oxide Monolayer
    Crystals, 2023-02-04
    ๐Ÿ”— DOI: 10.3390/cryst13020271
    ๐Ÿ‘ฅ Tikaram Neupane, Bagher Tabibi, Wan-Joong Kim, Felix Jaetae Seo


  • ๐ŸŒˆ Spin-Resolved Visible Optical Spectra and Electronic Characteristics of Defect-Mediated Hexagonal Boron Nitride Monolayer
    Crystals, 2022-06-25
    ๐Ÿ”— DOI: 10.3390/cryst12070906
    ๐Ÿ‘ฅ Sheng Yu, Tikaram Neupane, Bagher Tabibi, Qiliang Li, Felix Seo


 

 

 

 

Lin Chen | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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 Profileย 

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Educational Background ๐ŸŽ“

  • Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering,
    Xi’an Jiaotong University (XJTU) โ€” July 2020

Professional Experience ๐Ÿ’ผ

  • Associate Professor, School of Materials Science and Engineering, XJTU โ€” Present

  • Assistant Professor, Xi’an Jiaotong University โ€” November 2020 โ€“ Present

  • Selected as an A-Class Young Talent at XJTU โ€” 2020

  • Research supported by the National Postdoctoral Innovation Talent Support Program โ€” 2021

Research Interests ๐Ÿ”ฌ

Prof. Chenโ€™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 Honors๐Ÿ†โœจ

  • A-Class Young Talents Program, Xi’an Jiaotong University โ€” 2020

  • National Postdoctoral Innovation Talent Support Program โ€” 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

Conclusion๐ŸŒŸ

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 ๐Ÿ“š

๐Ÿ“„ Article (Open Access)
๐Ÿ”ฌ High entropy engineering boosts thermo-mechanical properties of rare-earth tantalates: Influences of cocktail effects
๐Ÿ‘ค Luyang Zhang, Lin Chen, Jiankun Wang, Yanhui Chu, Jing Feng
๐Ÿ“ฐ Journal of Materiomics, 2025
๐Ÿ“ˆ Citations: 1


๐Ÿ“„ Article
๐Ÿ”ฅ Promoting Ybโ‚‚Siโ‚‚Oโ‚‡ environmental barrier coatings for service at 1425 ยฐC
๐Ÿ‘ค Lin Chen, Shuwen Li, Chang-Jiu Li, Guanjun Yang
๐Ÿ“ฐ Journal of the European Ceramic Society, 2025
๐Ÿ“ˆ Citations: 1


๐Ÿ“„ Article
๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ A4Ta2O9 (A=Ca, Mg) tantalate as novel thermal barrier coatings materials with superior CMAS resistance
๐Ÿ‘ค Luyang Zhang, Keren Luo, Lin Chen, Baihui Li, Jing Feng
๐Ÿ“ฐ Journal of the European Ceramic Society, 2025
๐Ÿ“ˆ Citations: 1


๐Ÿ“„ Article (Open Access)
๐Ÿ—๏ธ Thermal/mechanical properties of cordierite synthesized using coal gangue as a refractory material
๐Ÿ‘ค Guangmao Yan, Lin Chen, Qingwei Jiang, Zulai Li, Jing Feng
๐Ÿ“ฐ International Journal of Applied Ceramic Technology, 2025
๐Ÿ“ˆ Citations: 0


๐Ÿ“„ Article (Open Access)
๐Ÿ’ฅ Reactive self-consumption strategy to suppress SiOโ‚‚ phase transition-induced cracking
๐Ÿ‘ค Lin Chen, Shuwen Li, Chang-Jiu Li, Qiang Zhang, Guanjun Yang
๐Ÿ“ฐ Journal of Advanced Ceramics, 2025
๐Ÿ“ˆ Citations: 0


๐Ÿ“„ Article
๐Ÿงช Suppressing the oxygen-ionic conductivity and promoting the phase stability of high-entropy rare earth niobates via Ta substitution
๐Ÿ‘ค Mengdi Gan, Liping Lai, Jiankun Wang, Jing Feng, Xiaoyun Yu Chong
๐Ÿ“ฐ Journal of Materials Science and Technology, 2025
๐Ÿ“ˆ Citations: 17


๐Ÿ“„ Article (Open Access)
๐Ÿ” Nanomechanical properties of RENbOโ‚„ (RE = La, Gd, Dy, Y, Yb) ceramics: A nanoindentation study
๐Ÿ‘ค Xiang Jiang, Lin Chen, Di Zhang, Guiyu Xue, Jing Feng
๐Ÿ“ฐ Journal of the American Ceramic Society, 2025
๐Ÿ“ˆ Citations: 0


๐Ÿ“„ Article
โš™๏ธ Exceptional abrasion and corrosion resistance of NiCoCrAlY/Alโ‚‚Oโ‚ƒ blade tip abrasive coatings up to 1000 ยฐC by laser cladding
๐Ÿ‘ค Lin Chen, Yuhao Xie, Chang-Jiu Li, Guanjun Yang
๐Ÿ“ฐ Surface and Coatings Technology, 2025
๐Ÿ“ˆ Citations: 1


๐Ÿ“„ Article
๐Ÿงฑ Optimizations of thermal and mechanical properties of Alโ‚โ‚‹โ‚“Mโ‚“TaOโ‚„ (M=Ga and Co) ceramics for thermal/environmental barrier coatings
๐Ÿ‘ค Luyang Zhang, Lin Chen, Yuxuan Zhang, Jiang Tian, Jing Feng
๐Ÿ“ฐ Ceramics International, 2025
๐Ÿ“ˆ Citations: 0


๐Ÿ“„ Article
๐ŸŒก๏ธ Durable GdTaOโ‚„/YSZ double-ceramic-layer thermal barrier coatings against ultrahigh-temperature thermal shock
๐Ÿ‘ค Guanjun Yang, Lin Chen
๐Ÿ“ฐ Ceramics International, 2025
๐Ÿ“ˆ Citations: 0