Dr. Wen Zhang | Batteries deep learning | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Wen Zhang | Batteries deep learning | Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Yeungnam University | South Korea

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🎓 Educational Background

Wen Zhang (张雯) has pursued a diverse and enriching academic journey, demonstrating her passion for design and engineering. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design from Chengdu Neusoft University in China, graduating in June 2021 with a GPA of 2.73/4.0. Following this, Wen advanced her studies in Mechanical Engineering at Yeungnam University, South Korea, where she completed her Master’s degree in August 2024 with an impressive GPA of 4.05/4.5. She is now delving deeper into her field by pursuing a Doctoral degree in Mechanical Engineering at the same university, starting in September 2024.

💻 Skills and Expertise

Wen Zhang possesses a robust set of skills and expertise that align perfectly with her academic and professional pursuits.

🌐 Language Proficiency

As a native Mandarin speaker, Wen excels in communication in her mother tongue. Additionally, she has demonstrated fluency in English, underscored by her impressive TOEFL score of 92, which highlights her strong linguistic and cross-cultural communication abilities.

🛠️ Software Proficiency

Wen has mastered a wide array of software tools critical for design and engineering. Her expertise includes CAD (Computer-Aided Design) for technical and industrial design applications, Photoshop (PS) and Illustrator (AI) for advanced graphic design, CorelDRAW (CDR) for vector illustration, and After Effects (AE) for motion graphics and video editing. She is also skilled in Python programming, showcasing her versatility in computational tasks and problem-solving.

Publications Top Noted📝

Emerging two-dimensional (2D) MXene-based nanostructured materials: Synthesis strategies, properties, and applications as efficient pseudo-supercapacitors

Authors: Rui Wang, Won Young Jang, Wen Zhang, Ch Venkata Reddy, Raghava Reddy Kakarla, Changping Li, Vijai Kumar Gupta, Jaesool Shim, Tejraj M Aminabhavi

Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal

Year: 2023

Lithium-Ion Battery Life Prediction Using Deep Transfer Learning

Authors: Wen Zhang, RSB Pranav, Rui Wang, Cheonghwan Lee, Jie Zeng, Migyung Cho, Jaesool Shim

Journal: Batteries

Year: 2024

Prof. Khadidja Rahmoun | Cellules Solaires | Women Researcher Award

Prof. Khadidja Rahmoun, Cellules Solaires, Women Researcher Award

Khadidja Rahmoun at University of Tlemcen, Algeria

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📚 Education:

Prof. Khadidja RAHMOUN earned her Doctorate in Electronic Physics in 2007 from the University of Tlemcen, in collaboration with the University of Artois de Lens and the University of Rennes1. Her thesis, “Study of the mechanical properties of porous silicon,” was supervised by Prof. N.E. Chabane Sari and received high honors and jury commendation. In 1984, she obtained a Magister in Electronic Physics, prepared in collaboration with LCPC Paris, with a thesis on “Study of materials by ultrasound using the example of concrete,” supervised by Prof. Narkievich Jodko. She also holds a DES (Diplôme d’Études Supérieures) in Electronics from the University of Tlemcen, obtained in 1980, with a thesis on “Color television,” supervised by Lecturer J. Ménéxiadis. She completed her Mathematics Baccalaureate in 1976 at Lycée Maliha Hamidou, Tlemcen.

👩‍🏫 Professional Experience:

Prof. RAHMOUN has a rich professional background, starting as a member of the Laboratory of Simulation, Characterization, and Development of Microsystems (LSCDM) from 1997 to 2013. She has led teams within the Research Unit of Materials and Renewable Energies (URMER), including NMPVA (Nano Photovoltaic Materials & Applications) and NMAC (Nano Materials & Applications, Sensors). She has held significant roles such as Member of the Doctoral Training Committee LMD, Member of the Scientific Council of the Faculty of Sciences, and Head of the Laboratory of Waves, Vibration, and Optics. Currently, she is the Director of URMER and the Head of the master’s training team in Energetics and Renewable Energies at the University of Tlemcen.

🎓 Teaching Experience:

Prof. RAHMOUN has extensive teaching experience dating back to 1981, covering physics tutorials in mechanics and electronics, practical work in waves, vibrations, optics, and thermodynamics, and courses in technological sciences, nanotechnology, and renewable energies. She has taught at various levels, including undergraduate and graduate courses, and supervised numerous Magister and Master’s theses on topics related to electronic physics, material characterization, and photovoltaic systems.

📖 Research and Supervision:

Throughout her career, Prof. RAHMOUN has supervised and defended multiple Magister and Master’s theses, focusing on the mechanical characterization of porous silicon, the influence of light on infrared glasses, and the energy efficiency of photovoltaic cells. Her doctoral supervision includes research on the performance of photovoltaic modules, mechanical strength modeling, and the efficiency of thin-film photovoltaic cells. Her ongoing doctoral research spans topics such as the mechanical behavior of materials under micro- and nano-indentation and the development of nanomaterials for photovoltaic applications.

🔬 Research Interests and Achievements:

Prof. RAHMOUN’s research interests lie in electronic physics and materials science, particularly focusing on the characterization and optimization of photovoltaic materials and systems. She has significantly contributed to the study of porous silicon, organic photovoltaic cells, and the effects of climatic conditions on photovoltaic systems. Her work has enhanced the understanding and performance of various photovoltaic technologies, contributing to advancements in renewable energy research.

📖 Publications:

Enhancing photovoltaic performance through interfacial engineering: A comparative analysis of bismuth iodide (BiI3) and Cs2BiAgI6 as interlayer materials in the design of perovskite solar cells
  • Authors: Bachiri, B., Rahmoun, K., Attig Bahar, F.
  • Journal: Solar Energy
  • Year: 2024
Electrical simulation and optimization of organic photovoltaic cells based PTB7
  • Authors: Bensenouci, S., Rahmoun, K., Aissat, A.
  • Journal: Journal of Ovonic Research
  • Year: 2024
Design of a Hybrid Photovoltaic-Thermal Solar Collector: Utilization of High-Efficiency Perovskite-Based Solar Cells
  • Authors: Soufi, H., Rahmoun, K., Slimani, M.E.A.
  • Journal: Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems
  • Year: 2024
Selective Surfaces for Photo-Thermal Conversion for Medium Solar Temperature Applications
  • Authors: Haddad, F., Hatti, M., Rahmoun, K., Ziouche, K.
  • Journal: International Journal of Heat and Technology
  • Year: 2022
Mechanical properties of porous silicon and oxidized porous silicon by nanoindentation technique
  • Authors: Fakiri, S., Montagne, A., Rahmoun, K., Iost, A., Ziouche, K.
  • Journal: Materials Science and Engineering: A
  • Year: 2018

Dr. Muhammad Mamdouh Osman | Perovskite Solar cell | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Muhammad Mamdouh Osman | Perovskite Solar cell | Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at King Saud University, Saudi Arabia

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Summary:

Dr. Muhammad Mamdouh Osman is a dedicated physicist with extensive experience in both academic teaching and cutting-edge research. Holding a PhD in Physics from King Saud University, his expertise lies in the field of perovskite solar cell fabrication and characterization. With a strong background in various spectroscopic and microscopic techniques, he has contributed significantly to scientific excellence, recognized by multiple awards and scholarships.

👩‍🎓Education:

  • PhD in Physics
    King Saud University, Saudi Arabia (2017-2023)
  • MSc in Physics
    King Saud University, Saudi Arabia (2014-2017)
  • BSc in Physics
    Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt (2003-2008)
    Grade: Very Good (2nd Class starred)

Professional Experience:

  • Teaching Assistant, Department of Physics, King Saud University
    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (2019-2023, 2014-2018)
  • Teaching Assistant, Department of Physics, Al-Azhar University
    Cairo, Egypt (2018-2019)
  • Coordinator Assistant, Department of Zoology, King Saud University
    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (2011-2014)
  • Physicist, Sonic and Ultrasonic Metrology, National Institute for Standards
    Cairo, Egypt (2010-2011)

Research Interests:

  • Perovskite Solar Cells: Device fabrication and characterization
  • Structural Analysis: Utilizing X-Ray Diffraction (XRD)
  • Spectroscopy Techniques: UV-VIS-NIR, Photoluminescence (PL), Spectroscopic Ellipsometry (SE)
  • Microscopy Techniques: Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)
  • Infrared Spectroscopy: Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR)

Courses and Certifications:

  • “Speak English Professionally: In Person, Online & On the Phone” (Coursera, 2021)
  • “Learning How to Learn” (Coursera, 2020)
  • “Learning Outcome Assessment” (King Saud University, 2017)
  • “Course Design” (King Saud University, 2017)
  • “Internal Auditor for ISO-9001:2008” (King Saud University, 2012)
  • “License to Use a Radiation Source” (Ministry of Health, Egypt, 2011)
  • “Principal Training Program for Radiation Protection” (Egyptian Atomic Energy Authority, 2011)
  • “International Computer Driving License (ICDL)” (Information System Institute, Cairo, 2010)
  • “Physics Research” (National Research Center, Cairo, 2007)

Publications Top Noted:

Title: Effect of Li-salt additives on the optical features and solar cell performance of Cs0. 05FA0. 85MA0. 10Pb (I0. 90Br0. 10) 3 perovskite solar cells

  • Authors: AM El-naggar, MM Osman, AM Aldhafiri, AA Albassam, AM Kamal, Mohamed Bakr Mohamed
  • Journal:Optical Materials
  • Year: 2023
  • Citations: 4

Title: Probing the influence of the passivation layer of 4-Hydroxyphenethylammonium iodide on the optical, structural and solar cell performance of (FAMACs) Pb (IBr) 3 perovskite …

  • Authors: AM El-naggar, MM Osman, AM Aldhafiri, AA Albassam, AM Kamal, Mohamed Bakr Mohamed
  • Journal: Optical Materials
  • Year: 2023
  • Citations: 3

Title: Comparative study of the optical, structural, and solar cell performance of (MAPbBr3) x (FAPbI3) 1-x (MACl) 0.33 mixed perovskite solar cells: With and without the passivation …

  • Authors: AM El-naggar, MM Osman, Anwar Q Alanazi, AM Aldhafiri, AA Albassam, AM Kamal, Mohamed Bakr Mohamed
  • Journal:Optical Materials
  • Year: 2023
  • Citations: 3

Title: Improvement of the optical characteristics of PVA/PVP blend with different concentrations of SnS2/Fe

  • Authors:Ahmed M El‐naggar, Zein K Heiba, Mohamed Bakr Mohamed, Amgad M Kamal, Mohamed M Osman, Abdullah A Albassam, Gandham Lakshminarayana
  • Journal: Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology
  • Year: 2022
  • Citations: 39

Title: Modifications of the structural and optical properties of PVA/PVP loaded with Zn0.75-xCd0.25VxS nano powders

  • Authors:Zein K Heiba, AM El-naggar, Mohamed Bakr Mohamed, AM Kamal, MM Osman, AA Albassam, G Lakshminarayana
  • Journal: Optical and Quantum Electronics
  • Year: 2022
  • Citations: 13

 

Kader-Dağcı Kıranşan-Solar Steam Generator-Women Researcher Award

Turkey

Assoc Prof Dr. Kader-Dağcı Kıranşan-Solar Steam Generator-Women Researcher Award

Atatürk Üniversity-Turkey

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Early Academic Pursuits

Assoc Prof Dr. Kader Dağcı Kiranşan's academic journey began with her undergraduate studies in Chemical Engineering at Atatürk University. She continued her education with a focus on Analytical Chemistry, completing her master's degree in 2010 and her doctorate in 2015. Her doctoral thesis, supervised by Dr. Murat Alanyalıoğlu, involved the preparation, characterization, and application of films and electrodes in analytical chemistry.

Professional Endeavors

After completing her doctorate, Dr. Dağcı Kiranşan pursued an academic career at Atatürk University, joining the Chemistry Department. Over the years, she has taken on various roles, progressing from a Research Assistant to her current position as an Associate Professor.

The Solar Steam Generator is an innovative technology designed to harness solar energy for efficient steam production. Developed by Kader Dağcı Kıranşan, this groundbreaking solution addresses the growing need for sustainable and eco-friendly power generation.

Contributions and Research Focus On solar steam generator

Assoc Prof Dr. Dağcı Kiranşan's research focuses on the development and application of novel materials for electrochemical sensors and energy storage devices. She has been involved in numerous research projects, contributing to the fields of nanotechnology, electrochemistry, and materials science. Her work includes the synthesis of graphene-based materials, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and various nanocomposites for applications such as supercapacitors and sensors.

At its core, the system utilizes solar thermal energy to heat water and produce high-quality steam. This process is not only environmentally friendly but also highly efficient, making it a promising alternative for various applications such as power generation, industrial processes, and more.

Accolades and Recognition

Her contributions to the field have been recognized through awards and grants, including the TÜBİTAK 3001 Project Award in 2020. She has also received scholarships and grants throughout her academic journey, such as the TÜBİTAK-BİDEB 2219-Yurt Dışı Doktora Sonrası Araştırma Burs Programı Bursiyeri in 2016.

One of the key advantages of the Solar Steam Generator is its ability to reduce carbon footprint and dependency on traditional energy sources. By harnessing the abundant and clean energy from the sun, Kader Dağcı Kıranşan's innovation contributes to mitigating climate change and promoting a greener future.

Impact and Influence

Assoc Prof Dr. Dağcı Kiranşan has made a significant impact through her research, as evidenced by the publication of numerous articles in international peer-reviewed journals. Her work on flexible and free-standing electrodes, nanocomposites, and electrochemical sensors has contributed to the advancement of analytical chemistry and materials science.

The technology has garnered significant recognition, including the prestigious Women Researcher Award in 2024. Kader Dağcı Kıranşan's leadership in advancing sustainable energy solutions, particularly in the realm of solar steam generation, has positioned her as a trailblazer in the field.

Legacy and Future Contributions

Her legacy includes the supervision of master's and doctoral theses, where she has guided students in their research endeavors. Dr. Dağcı Kiranşan's work has laid the foundation for future research in the development of innovative materials for energy storage and sensing applications. Her continued involvement in research projects and academic activities suggests a promising future in contributing to the scientific community.

In summary, Dr. Kader Dağcı Kiranşan's academic journey, research contributions, and recognition in the field of analytical chemistry and materials science reflect a dedicated and impactful career. Her work has not only advanced scientific knowledge but has also inspired the next generation of researchers in her field.

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