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.

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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

 

 

 

 

Meng-Chun Kao | Sustainable Development | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Meng-Chun Kao | Sustainable Development | Best Researcher Award

Department of Business Administration at Yuanpei University of Medical Technology, Taiwan

Dr. Meng-Chun Kao is an Associate Professor in the Department of Business Administration at Yuanpei University of Medical Technology, Taiwan. With expertise in accounting, finance, business management, and AI applications, she has published extensively in high-impact journals and contributed to innovative teaching methodologies. Her research integrates technology, sustainability, and education to improve business practices.

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Educational Background 🎓

  • Ph.D. (2008) – Accounting, Graduate School of Management, Yuan Ze University, Taiwan

  • M.B.A. (1999) – Finance, Graduate School of Management, Yuan Ze University, Taiwan

  • B.B.A. (1996) – Business Administration, Tamkang University, Taiwan

Professional Experience 💼

  • Associate Professor (2022–Present), Yuanpei University of Medical Technology

  • Assistant Professor (2008–2022), Yuanpei University of Medical Technology

  • Lecturer & Chair (1999–2008), Nanya Institute of Technology & Chin-Min Institute of Technology

  • Deputy Director (2001–2002), Chinese Management Elite Association

Research Interests 🔬

  • Accounting & Finance

  • Business Management

  • Teaching Innovation

  • Sustainable Development

  • Big Data Analysis & AI Applications

Awards and Honors🏆✨

  • Model Teacher Award, Private Education Association of ROC (2024)

  • Excellent Teaching Award, Yuanpei University of Medical Technology (2024)

  • Outstanding Research Award, Yuanpei University of Medical Technology (2022–2023)

  • Outstanding Talent Award, National Science and Technology Council (2022, 2024)

  • Excellence in Teaching Award (2020–2023)

Conclusion🌟

Dr. Kao is a distinguished researcher and educator recognized for her contributions to business education, sustainability, and AI applications. Her innovative approaches in gamified learning and big data analysis have significantly impacted academic and industry practices.

Publications 📚

1️⃣ Chiu, M. C., Tu, Y. L., & Kao, M. C.* (2025). Integrating TPB and Gamification to Promote Green Eating Behaviors: A Case Study of Food Carbon Footprint Tracking System. 🌍 Environmental Development, 101153. (SCI, IF: 4.7, Q2 in Environmental Sciences)

2️⃣ Kao, M. C., Yuan, Y. H., & Wang, Y. X. (2023). The study on designed gamified mobile learning model to assess students’ learning outcome of accounting education. 🎮📚 Heliyon, 9, e13409. (SCI, IF: 3.4, Q1 in Multidisciplinary Sciences) 🏅 Best Researcher Award

3️⃣ Chiu, M. C., Wei, C. J., Wang, Y. C., & Kao, M. C.* (2023). Applying unsupervised learning method to develop a regional risk model based on TCFD: A case study in the United States. 🌱💻 Journal of Cleaner Production, 400, 136669. (SCI, IF: 9.8, Q1 in Environmental Sciences)

4️⃣ Chiu, M. C., Tu, Y. L., & Kao, M. C.* (2022). Applying deep learning image recognition technology to promote environmentally sustainable behavior. 🤖♻️ Sustainable Production and Consumption, 31, 736–749. (SCI, SSCI, IF: 10.1, Q1 in Green & Sustainable Science & Technology)

5️⃣ Huang, H. C., Lai, M. C., Kao, M. C., & Sung, C. H. (2014). A Team-Learning Framework for Business Model Innovation in an Emerging Market. 👥💡 Journal of Management & Organization, 20(1), 100–120. (SSCI, IF: 3.1, Q2 in Management)

6️⃣ Huang, H. C., Lai, M. C., Kao, M. C., & Chen, Y. C. (2012). Target Costing, Business Model Innovation, and Firm Performance: An Empirical Analysis of Chinese Firms. 📊🇨🇳 Canadian Journal of Administrative Sciences, 29(4), 322–335. (SSCI, IF: 1.2, Q3 in Management)

7️⃣ Lai, M. C., Wang, W. K., Huang, H. C., & Kao, M. C. (2011). Linking the Benchmarking Tool to a Knowledge-based System for Performance Improvement. 📈🤖 Expert Systems with Applications, 38(8), 10579–10586. (SCI, IF: 7.5, Q1 in AI)

8️⃣ Kao, M. C.* (2025). The impact of corporate sustainability announcements and the COVID-19 pandemic on stock prices: Evidence from the Taiwan stock market. 💹 Journal of Accounting, Finance & Management Strategy, Accepted. (EconLit)

9️⃣ Kao, M. C.* (2021). Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Different Industries in Taiwan Stock Market—A Case Study of Electronics and Biotech Industries. 📉🦠 Journal of Accounting, Finance & Management Strategy, 16(2), 137–158. (EconLit)

🔟 Chen, Y. H., & Kao, M. C.* (2015). The Effects of Acquisition Targets, Diversification and Market Power on Cost Efficiency: Evidence from Taiwanese Banks. 🏦📊 International Business Research, 8(2), 71–82. (EconLit)

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.

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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
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📄 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.
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📄 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
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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.

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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.