Venkataraman Thangadurai | 3D Computer Vision | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Venkataraman Thangadurai | 3D Computer Vision | Best Researcher Award

Professor | University of St Andrews | United Kingdom

Prof. Dr. Venkataraman Thangadurai is a globally renowned expert in solid-state chemistry, electrochemical energy storage, and advanced battery technologies. With a research focus on fast ion conductors, solid electrolytes, lithium- and sodium-based batteries, and fuel cell materials, he has made pioneering contributions to both fundamental science and practical energy solutions. Prof. Thangadurai has authored over 278 peer-reviewed journal articles, 6 book chapters, and 21 conference proceedings, and has delivered 180 conference presentations, 83 posters, and 80 invited talks at top universities, institutes, and companies worldwide. His work has resulted in 13 patents/patent applications and has placed him among the top 1% of authors in Royal Society of Chemistry journals by citations in 2020. As of March 2025, his research has received 25,991 citations with an h-index of 69, reflecting the high impact of his work globally.He is the Founder and Advisor of Ions Storage Systems, Maryland, USA (2012–present) and Founder and Director of Superionics, Calgary, Canada (2021–present), translating cutting-edge research into commercial energy storage technologies. His research highlights include optimizing lithium nucleation overpotentials in garnet-based hybrid solid-state batteries, developing doped sodium gadolinium silicate ceramics for fast Na⁺ conduction, and enhancing electrocatalysts for lithium–sulfur batteries.Prof. Thangadurai collaborates extensively with leading international researchers and institutions, including the University of Calgary, University of Maryland, University of St Andrews, University of Kiel, Yale University, and ANSTO, advancing cross-disciplinary solutions in energy materials. Beyond his scientific contributions, he mentors emerging scientists and actively promotes innovation that addresses global energy challenges. His work has significant societal impact, enabling safer, high-performance, and sustainable energy storage solutions critical for electric mobility, grid storage, and renewable energy integration.

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Featured Publications

1. Murugan, R., Thangadurai, V., & Weppner, W. (2007). Fast lithium ion conduction in garnet-type Li₇La₃Zr₂O₁₂. Angewandte Chemie International Edition, 46(41), 7778–7781.
Cited By : 3691

2.Han, X., Gong, Y., Fu, K., He, X., Hitz, G. T., Dai, J., Pearse, A., Liu, B., Wang, H., … Thangadurai, V. (2017). Negating interfacial impedance in garnet-based solid-state Li metal batteries. Nature Materials, 16(5), 572–579. Cited By : 2088

3.Thangadurai, V., Narayanan, S., & Pinzaru, D. (2014). Garnet-type solid-state fast Li ion conductors for Li batteries: Critical review. Chemical Society Reviews, 43(13), 4714–4727. Cited By : 1712

4.Pal, B., Yang, S., Ramesh, S., Thangadurai, V., & Jose, R. (2019). Electrolyte selection for supercapacitive devices: A critical review. Nanoscale Advances, 1(10), 3807–3835.
Cited By : 1229

5.Wang, C., Fu, K., Kammampata, S. P., McOwen, D. W., Samson, A. J., Zhang, L., … Thangadurai, V. (2020). Garnet-type solid-state electrolytes: Materials, interfaces, and batteries. Chemical Reviews, 120(10), 4257–4300. Cited By : 1130

Prof. Dr. Venkataraman Thangadurai  pioneering research in solid-state chemistry and advanced battery technologies drives global innovation in energy storage, enabling safer, high-performance, and sustainable batteries that power electric mobility, renewable energy integration, and next-generation clean technologies.

Tuğba Özge Onur | Image Reconstruction | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tuğba Özge Onur | Image Reconstruction | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor | Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University | Turkey

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tuğba Özge Onur is a distinguished researcher specializing in signal processing, image reconstruction, and optimization. She earned her Ph.D. in electrical and electronics engineering from a leading university, where she developed a strong foundation in computational imaging and algorithm design. Her professional experience includes leading research projects, coordinating international collaborations, and mentoring students in both academic and applied research settings. Her research interests span computer vision, optimization techniques, and advanced signal processing methods, with a focus on developing innovative solutions for real-world challenges. She possesses a diverse set of research skills, including algorithm development, data analysis, experimental design, and implementation of complex computational models. She is actively engaged in the scientific community through professional memberships and collaborative initiatives. Her work has been widely recognized and published in reputed journals and conferences, demonstrating both the depth and impact of her contributions. Her commitment to advancing knowledge, mentoring emerging researchers, and participating in collaborative projects underscores her influence in the field. 98 Citations, 23 Documents, 6 h-index.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus | ORCID | ResearchGate

Featured Publications

  1. Onur, T. Ö. (2022). Improved image denoising using wavelet edge detection based on Otsu’s thresholding. Acta Polytechnica Hungarica, 19(2), 79–92.

  2. Onur, Y. A., İmrak, C. E., & Onur, T. Ö. (2017). Investigation on bending over sheave fatigue life determination of rotation resistant steel wire rope. Experimental Techniques, 41(5), 475–482.

  3. Narin, D., & Onur, T. Ö. (2022). The effect of hyperparameters on the classification of lung cancer images using deep learning methods. Erzincan University Journal of Science and Technology, 15(1), 258–268.

  4. Kaya, G. U., & Onur, T. Ö. (2022). Genetic algorithm based image reconstruction applying the digital holography process with the Discrete Orthonormal Stockwell Transform technique for diagnosis of COVID-19. Computers in Biology and Medicine, 148, 105934.

  5. Onur, T. (2021). An application of filtered back projection method for computed tomography images. International Review of Applied Sciences and Engineering, 12(2), 194–200.