Prof. Dr. Davron Juraev | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Davron Juraev | Best Researcher Award

University of Economics and Pedagogy | Uzbekistan

Dr. Davron Aslonqulovich Juraev is a distinguished mathematician and researcher currently serving as a Research Fellow at the Scientific Research Center of Baku Engineering University, Azerbaijan. With an academic career spanning over a decade, he has previously held positions as Head of the Department of Natural Science Disciplines at the Higher Military Aviation School of the Republic of Uzbekistan and Associate Professor of Mathematics at Karshi State University. Dr. Juraev has authored 52 scientific documents, which have collectively received 449 citations and an h-index of 15, reflecting his growing international impact. His primary research interests encompass mathematical physics, partial differential equations, ill-posed problems, Cauchy problems, and spectral theory, with particular contributions to matrix factorization methods for the Helmholtz equation and inverse spectral problems. He has also explored fractal calculus, heat transfer models, and blockchain-based mathematical modeling. Dr. Juraev’s extensive collaborations with scholars worldwide have led to numerous high-impact publications in journals such as Symmetry, Engineering Reports, and Journal of Electronic Materials. His academic achievements underscore a profound dedication to advancing mathematical modeling and applied analysis, making him a recognized figure in theoretical and computational mathematics.

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Featured Publications

 Juraev, D. A., Feyruz Efendiev, R., & Abdullaev, O. K. (2025). On an approximate solution of the Cauchy problem for the Helmholtz equation. Research in Mathematics, 2025(12-31). https://doi.org/10.1080/27684830.2025.2545036

Jamilov, U. U., Khamraev, A. Y., Norov, A. Z., Juraev, D. A., Nurhidayat, I., & Shah, M. A. (2025). On the family of non-constrained Volterra cubic operators. Research in Mathematics, 2025(12-31). https://doi.org/10.1080/27684830.2025.2528285

 Abdullayev, J. S., Sapaev, I. B., Abdullayev, J. S., Juraev, D. A., Jalalov, M. J., & Elsayed, E. E. (2025). Mathematical modeling of incomplete ionization in radial p-Si/n-GaAs heterojunctions: Temperature and doping effects. Journal of Electronic Materials, 54(11). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11664-025-12391-8

Abbasov, Z. D., Juraev, D. A., Abdullaev, O. K., Nurhidayat, I., & Shah, M. A. (2025). Heat transfer in n-dimensional parallelepipeds under zero Dirichlet conditions. Engineering Reports, 7(10). https://doi.org/10.1002/eng2.70458

 Efendiev, R. F., Juraev, D. A., & Elsayed, E. E. (2025). PT-symmetric Dirac inverse spectral problem with discontinuity conditions on the whole axis. Symmetry, 17(10), 1603. https://doi.org/10.3390/sym17101603

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Farzaneh Bayat | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Farzaneh Bayat | Best Researcher Award

Azarbaijan Shahid Madani University | Iran

Dr. Farzaneh Bayat is an accomplished Associate Professor of Physics at Azarbaijan Shahid Madani University, Iran. She earned her Ph.D. in Physics from the same institution in 2016, specializing in photonic crystals and nanophotonics. With a distinguished research trajectory that includes visiting scientist positions at the Instituto de Ciencia de Materiales de Madrid, Spain, and the University of Heidelberg BioQuant Center, Germany, Dr. Bayat has made significant contributions to the fields of photonic crystal-based sensors, plasmonic nanostructures, and optical materials. Her research spans nano- and micro-structured materials, quantum dot-sensitized solar cells, and photocatalytic nanocomposites. She has authored 37 scientific publications, garnering over 248 citations and maintaining an h-index of 10, reflecting the global impact of her work. Her studies on photonic biosensors, colloidal lithography, and plasmon-enhanced photocatalysis have advanced the design of next-generation optical sensors and solar energy devices. Dr. Bayat’s international collaborations and innovative work in nanophotonics have earned her recognition as a leading figure in optical materials science. Through her interdisciplinary approach, she continues to bridge physics, materials science, and nanotechnology to address challenges in sustainable energy and biomedical diagnostics.

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Featured Publications

Amani-Ghadim, A. R., Mousavi, M., & Bayat, F. (2022). Dysprosium doping in CdTe@CdS type II core/shell and cosensitizing with CdSe for photocurrent and efficiency enhancement in quantum dot sensitized solar cells. Journal of Power Sources, 539, 231624. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jpowsour.2022.231624

Pourasl, M. H., Vahedi, A., Tajalli, H., Khalilzadeh, B., & Bayat, F. (2023). Liquid crystal-assisted optical biosensor for early-stage diagnosis of mammary glands using HER-2. Scientific Reports, 13(1), 6847. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-023-33814-4

Khodam, F., Amani-Ghadim, A. R., Ashan, N. N., Sareshkeh, A. T., Bayat, F., & Gholinejad, M. (2022). CdTe quantum dots incorporated in CoNiAl layered double hydroxide interlayer spaces as a highly efficient visible light-driven photocatalyst for degradation of an azo dye and Bisphenol A. Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 898, 162768. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jallcom.2021.162768

Bayat, F., Ahmadi-Kandjani, S., & Tajalli, H. (2016). Designing real-time biosensors and chemical sensors based on defective one-dimensional photonic crystals. IEEE Photonics Technology Letters, 28(17), 1843–1846. https://doi.org/10.1109/LPT.2016.2570664

Adl, H. P., Bayat, F., Ghorani, N., Ahmadi-Kandjani, S., & Tajalli, H. (2017). A defective one-dimensional photonic crystal-based chemical sensor in total internal reflection geometry. IEEE Sensors Journal, 17(13), 4046–4051. https://doi.org/10.1109/JSEN.2017.2701090

Dr. Rokhsareh Abedi | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Rokhsareh Abedi | Best Researcher Award

Lorestan University | Iran

Dr. Rokhsareh Abedi is a distinguished researcher in analytical chemistry with a Ph.D. in Electrochemistry from the University of Mazandaran, Iran. Her academic journey also includes an M.Sc. in Chemistry from the same institution and a B.Sc. in Pure Chemistry from Hakim Sabzevari University. With an impressive record of 11 publications, 135 citations, and an h-index of 9, Dr. Abedi has made significant contributions to the development of electrochemical biosensors and nanomaterial-based sensing systems. Her research primarily focuses on electrochemistry, biosensors, bacterial detection, and nanostructured materials for biomedical and environmental applications. She has developed innovative aptasensors and genosensors for the highly sensitive detection of pathogenic bacteria such as Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Acinetobacter baumannii. Dr. Abedi’s recent work on advanced nanocomposites and ultrathin nanosheets demonstrates her expertise in surface engineering and electrochemical catalysis for energy and sustainability. Her publications in reputed journals such as Bioelectrochemistry, Analytica Chimica Acta, Advanced Sustainable Systems, and Journal of Power Sources highlight her scientific excellence. Through her research and collaborations, Dr. Abedi continues to advance the field of electrochemical sensing and nanomaterial science, contributing to global efforts in healthcare diagnostics and clean energy innovations.

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Featured Publications

Abedi, R., Darband, G. B. (2025). Interfacial surface engineering of Co–Mn–P ultrathin nanosheets on Ni–Co hierarchical nanostructure for boosting electrochemical active sites in overall water splitting. Journal of Power Sources, 641, 236840. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jpowsour.2025.236840

Parsafard, N., Abedi, R., & Moodi, H. (2024). Ternary tin-doped titanium dioxide/calcium oxide (Sn–TiO₂/CaO) composite as a photocatalyst for efficient removal of toxic dyes. RSC Advances, 14(28), 19984–19995. https://doi.org/10.1039/d4ra03641g

Abedi, R., & Darband, G. B. (2024). Science and engineering of superaerophobic surfaces for electrochemical gas-evolving reactions: A review of recent advances and perspective. Advanced Sustainable Systems. https://doi.org/10.1002/adsu.202400465

Abedi, R., Raoof, J. B., Mohseni, M., & Hashkavayi, A. B. (2024). Sandwich-type electrochemical aptasensor based on hemin-graphite oxide as a signal label and rGO/MWCNTs/chitosan/carbon quantum dot modified electrode for sensitive detection of Acinetobacter baumannii bacteria. Analytica Chimica Acta, 1259, 342491. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aca.2024.342491

Abedi, R., Raoof, J. B., Mohseni, M., & Hashkavayi, A. B. (2023). Sandwich-type electrochemical aptasensor for highly sensitive and selective detection of Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteria using a dual signal amplification strategy. Bioelectrochemistry, 150, 108332. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bioelechem.2022.108332

Prof. Jean-Patrick Connerade | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Jean-Patrick Connerade | Best Researcher Award

Imperial College London | United Kingdom

Jean-Patrick Connerade is an Emeritus Professor of Physics at Imperial College London and a distinguished member of the European Academy of Sciences, Arts and Letters (EASAL) in Paris. He holds a Doctor of Science (D.Sc.) degree from the University of London and has made pioneering contributions to atomic and molecular physics, particularly in the study of quantum confinement, atomic structure, and resonances in confined atoms and ions. Over his illustrious career, Professor Connerade has published more than 213 scientific documents, amassing 4,363 citations and achieving an impressive h-index of 30, reflecting his enduring impact on the global scientific community. His notable works include “The Arrow of Time in Quantum Theory” (2025), “The Atom at the Heart of Physics” (2023), and studies on C₆₀ spin-charging and confinement resonances. A prolific author and thought leader, he has contributed extensively to understanding the fundamental behavior of atoms under confinement and the crossover between simple and complex quantum systems. Recognized internationally for his scholarship, Professor Connerade continues to inspire physicists worldwide through his deep insights into atomic theory and his leadership in advancing interdisciplinary research in quantum and optical physics.

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Featured Publications

Connerade, J. P. (2025). The arrow of time in quantum theory. Atoms, 13(11), 86. https://doi.org/10.3390/atoms13110086

Connerade, J. P. (2023). The atom at the heart of physics. Atoms.

Connerade, J. P. (2021). A new angle on resonances in confined atoms and ions. Physica Scripta.

Connerade, J. P. (2018). On the perturbation of the 6snd 1,3D₂ series by the 5d7d 1D₂ state of barium. Laser Physics.

Connerade, J. P. (2015). C₆₀ spin-charging with an eye on a quantum computer. Journal of Physics B: Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics.

Connerade, J. P. (2010). Initial considerations on the relationship between the optical absorption and the thermal conductivity in dielectrics. Journal of Physics D: Applied Physics.

Dr. Muhammad Noman | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Muhammad Noman | Best Researcher Award

South China University of Technology | Pakistan

Muhammad Noman is a dedicated researcher pursuing his Ph.D. in Quantum Information and Computation at the South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, China. His academic journey began at the University of Malakand, Pakistan, where he conducted research in the Department of Physics, laying a strong foundation in theoretical and quantum physics. His research focuses on quantum information theory, decoherence dynamics, open quantum systems, and quantum correlations in multipartite states. He has authored eight peer-reviewed journal articles in prestigious international journals, including Journal of Physics B, Physica Scripta, Laser Physics, and International Journal of Modern Physics A. His contributions to understanding quantum coherence under various environmental influences have garnered over 100 citations across 8 publications, with an h-index of 6. His recent works explore dissipative environments, Heisenberg models, and gravitational cat states, expanding the frontiers of quantum dynamics. Recognized for his strong analytical skills and innovative theoretical modeling, Muhammad Noman is emerging as a promising scholar in quantum computation and quantum optics. His academic achievements and research impact reflect a commitment to advancing the fundamental understanding of quantum systems and their real-world applications.

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Featured Publications

Noman, M., Mazhar, A., & Cui, W. (2025). Two-spin Heisenberg model driven by joint magnetic-dephasing field. International Journal of Modern Physics A, 40(25), 2550089. https://doi.org/10.1142/S0217751X25500897

Manan, A., Noman, M., Ali, H., & Haddadi, S. (2025). Qubit–Qutrit coherence dynamics under a dissipative environment. Laser Physics, 35(4), 045206. https://doi.org/10.1088/1555-6611/adc557

Sarkar, R., Manan, A., Noman, M., & Zangi, S. M. (2025). Effects of various interactions on gravitational cat states under amplitude damping noise. International Journal of Theoretical Physics, 64(4), 81. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10773-025-05945-3

Noman, M., Shah, K., Kenfack, L. T., Cui, W., & Rahman, A. U. (2025). Quantum correlations dynamics in qubit–qutrit system under magnetic and dephasing field. Journal of Physics B: Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics, 58(1), 015502. https://doi.org/10.1088/1361-6455/ad9a9f

Noman, M., Kenfack, L. T., & Cui, W. (2024). Bipartite quantum features influenced by pure and mixed disorders. Physica Scripta, 99(10), 105127. https://doi.org/10.1088/1402-4896/ad7aab

Dr. Christopher Mayero | Breakthrough Research Award

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Dr. Christopher Mayero | Breakthrough Research Award

Tom Mboya University | Kenya

Christopher Mayero is a Tutorial Fellow in Physics at Tom Mboya University, Homabay, Kenya, whose research centers on quantum optics, quantum information, and light–matter interaction dynamics. His scholarly contributions explore the Jaynes–Cummings and anti-Jaynes–Cummings (AJC) models, focusing on photon statistics, Rabi oscillations, atomic population inversion, and entanglement behavior in non-classical systems. Mayero has published five peer-reviewed papers indexed in Scopus, accumulating five citations and an h-index of 1, with several additional preprints addressing advanced topics in quantum coherence, squeezed light, and quantum teleportation. His work, featured in Quantum Information Processing and other international journals, provides theoretical insights applicable to quantum computing and quantum communication. A collaborator with scholars such as Joseph Akeyo Omolo and Stephen Onyango Okeyo, Mayero’s research aims to deepen the understanding of quantum field–atom interactions and contribute to Africa’s growing quantum science community. Through his commitment to teaching and research excellence, he continues to inspire emerging physicists and expand the frontier of theoretical quantum technologies.

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Featured Publications

Mayero, C., & Omolo, J. A. (2025). Superposition of red- and blue-sideband processes in interacting qubits: Effects of residual detuning. Quantum Information Processing, 24(10), 315.

Mayero, C. (2025). Atomic non-classicality: A study of the anti-Jaynes–Cummings interaction. Quantum Information Processing, 24(8), 259.

Mayero, C., & Omolo, J. A. (2024). Anti-Jaynes–Cummings interaction of a two-level atom with squeezed light: Photon statistics, atomic population inversion, and entropy of entanglement. Quantum Information Processing, 23(5), 182. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11128-024-04390-1

Mayero, C., & Omolo, J. A. (2024). Exploring Rabi oscillations, maximally entangled states, and perfect teleportation in the anti-Jaynes–Cummings interaction: Insights into quantum dynamics and entanglement applications. In Current Research Progress in Physical Science (Vol. 4). BP International. https://doi.org/10.9734/bpi/crpps/v4/2566

Mayero, C. (2023). Photon statistics and quantum field entropy in the anti-Jaynes–Cummings model: A comparison with the Jaynes–Cummings interaction. Quantum Information Processing, 22(5), 412. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11128-023-03912-7

Dr. Xiansheng Tang | Young Researcher Award

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Dr. Xiansheng Tang | Young Researcher Award

Laser Institute, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences) | China

Xiansheng Tang is an assistant researcher with a Ph.D., serving as a master’s degree supervisor and recognised as a key scientific researcher of the Shandong Province International Top Scientist Studio as well as a candidate academic leader in the field of optoelectronic semiconductor devices at the Laser Institute. He has presided over a youth project of the Provincial Natural Science Fund, a major basic research project in Shandong Province, and taken part in a key R&D plan of the Ministry of Science and Technology, a major innovation project in Shandong Province, and the “Jinan University 20-Item Project”. Tang’s research focuses on the preparation of optoelectronic semiconductor materials and devices, and he has published more than 20 SCI papers, of which 12 were as first author or corresponding author, and participated in the filing of more than 30 invention patents, of which 16 have been authorised. His recent works include studies on quantum confinement of photo-generated carriers in quantum wells (IEEE Photonics Journal, 2023) and improving solar-cell performance under non-perpendicular incidence by photonic crystals (IEEE Photonics Journal, 2021) as well as stripping GaN/InGaN epitaxial films and fabricating vertical GaN-based LEDs (Vacuum, 2021). According to publicly available profile information his publications tally over 20 (ResearchGate lists ~24) with citations in the low thousands. While the exact h-index is not clearly reported in a reliable database, his citation metrics suggest emerging influence in the field of semiconductor optoelectronics. His current appointment and project leadership indicate strong institutional recognition, and his work contributes to advancing high-performance optoelectronic device technologies, with implications for LEDs, solar cells, and III-V semiconductors. Tang continues to drive innovation in semiconductor materials and device architectures, positioning him as an up-and-coming scholar in optoelectronic semiconductor research.

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Featured Publications

 Ding, D., Liu, W., Guo, J., Tan, X., Zhang, W., Han, L., Wang, Z., Gong, W., & Tang, X. (2023). Study on the quantum confinement of photo-generated carriers in quantum wells. IEEE Photonics Journal, 15(3), 1–8. https://doi.org/10.1109/JPHOT.2023.3269082

 Tang, X., Ma, Z., Wang, W., Deng, Z., Jiang, Y., Wang, W., Chen, H., Zhang, N., Huang, K., Du, C., et al. (2021). Improving the performance of solar cells under non-perpendicular incidence by photonic crystal. IEEE Photonics Journal, 13(4), 1–8. https://doi.org/10.1109/JPHOT.2021.3097070

 Tang, X., Ma, Z., Han, L., Deng, Z., Jiang, Y., Wang, W., Chen, H., Du, C., & Jia, H. (2021). Stripping GaN/InGaN epitaxial films and fabricating vertical GaN-based light-emitting diodes. Vacuum, 189, 110160. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.vacuum.2021.110160

Dr. Yuan Li | Environmental Physics | Interdisciplinary Physics Award

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Dr. Yuan Li | Environmental Physics | Interdisciplinary Physics Award

Dr. Yuan Li | X-Here Trek Laboratory (Establishing) | United States

Dr. Yuan Li is an innovative research scientist whose interdisciplinary work integrates cryospheric science, ice physics, and renewable energy engineering. He is internationally recognized for pioneering the concept of ice-based hydrogen energy, developing a self-sustaining solid-state proton extraction cycle that enables hydrogen production directly from ice without the need for electrodes or electrolytes. His research explores the microstructural behavior of ice and firn, advancing understanding of hydrogen migration and storage within frozen matrices. By combining cryogenic materials science, climate adaptation engineering, and polar glaciology, he bridges fundamental research with practical solutions for sustainable energy and environmental resilience. His publications in high-impact journals such as Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments, International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, and Nature Communications reflect the global significance of his work. Dr. Li’s “Ice to Hydrogen” innovation presents a transformative approach for decentralized, low-cost hydrogen production in remote and extreme environments. His contributions to cryogenic material characterization, freeze–thaw energy conversion, and ice-mediated desalination establish new directions for renewable energy systems. He utilizes advanced imaging techniques like X-ray micro-CT and cryo-SEM to study ice microstructures with unprecedented precision. His interdisciplinary expertise spans physics, materials science, and environmental sustainability. Through invited talks at global conferences, he has influenced the scientific dialogue on ice as a renewable resource. His work embodies the fusion of physical science and engineering innovation. Dr. Yuan Li continues to shape the emerging frontier of cryogenic energy technology, promoting a sustainable hydrogen future grounded in the physics of ice.

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Featured Publications

Li, H.-Y., & Li, Y. (2025, November). Ice to hydrogen: A self-sustaining cycle for decentralized green energy. Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments, 83, 104647.

Li, Y., Fu, C., & Li, H.-Y. (2025, September 13). Lessons from nature’s freeze crystallization—Perennial sea ice as a model for efficient salt rejection in desalination. Crystal Growth & Design.

Li, Y. (2025, June 24). Comments on linear-viscous flow of temperate ice [Preprint]. ESSOAr.

Li, Y. (2025, January). Hydrogen production via imperfective ice Ih. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 100, 727–735.

Li, Y., & Fu, C. (2024, December). Hydrogen storage—Learning from nature: The air clathrate hydrate in polar ice sheets. Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments, 72, 104007.

Li, Y. (2024, September). The improvement of hydrogen storage capacity via bubbles nucleated in ice-like nanotubes. Materials Today Sustainability, 27, 100856.

Prof. Jürg Fröhlich | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Jürg Fröhlich | Best Researcher Award

ETH Zürich | Switzerland

Jürg (Martin) Fröhlich is Professor Emeritus of Theoretical Physics at ETH Zurich, renowned for his foundational contributions to mathematical physics, quantum field theory, and statistical mechanics. He earned his Diploma (1969) and Ph.D. (1972, with honors) in Theoretical Physics from ETH Zurich under Professor Klaus Hepp, focusing on the infrared problem in nonrelativistic quantum field models. Following his doctoral studies, he held academic positions at the University of Geneva, Harvard University, Princeton University, and the Institut des Hautes Études Scientifiques (IHES), before joining ETH Zurich in 1982, where he later helped establish the Pauli Center for Theoretical Studies. His research has profoundly influenced the understanding of phase transitions, localization phenomena, gauge theories, and topological phases of matter. Professor Fröhlich has published over 400 scientific papers, with more than 31,000 citations and an h-index of 91. He has received numerous prestigious honors, including the National Latsis Prize, the Dannie Heineman Prize for Mathematical Physics, the Marcel Benoist Prize, the Max Planck Medal, and the Henri Poincaré Prize. He is a Fellow of the American Mathematical Society, a member of the Academia Europaea, and an International Member of the U.S. National Academy of Sciences, reflecting his lasting influence on mathematical and theoretical physics.

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Featured Publications

Fröhlich, J., & Spencer, T. (1983). Absence of diffusion in the Anderson tight-binding model for large disorder or low energy. Communications in Mathematical Physics, 88(2), 151–184.

Ambjørn, J., Durhuus, B., & Fröhlich, J. (1985). Diseases of triangulated random surface models, and possible cures. Nuclear Physics B, 257, 433–449.

Fröhlich, J., Simon, B., & Spencer, T. (1976). Infrared bounds, phase transitions and continuous symmetry breaking. Communications in Mathematical Physics, 50(1), 79–95.

Fröhlich, J., & Spencer, T. (1981). The Kosterlitz–Thouless transition in two-dimensional abelian spin systems and the Coulomb gas. Communications in Mathematical Physics, 81(4), 527–602.

Fröhlich, J. (1982). On the triviality of λϕ⁴ theories and the approach to the critical point in d > 4 dimensions. Nuclear Physics B, 200(2), 281–296.

Fernández, R., Fröhlich, J., & Sokal, A. D. (2013). Random walks, critical phenomena, and triviality in quantum field theory. Springer Science & Business Media.

Prof. Afzal S. M. | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Afzal S. M. | Best Researcher Award

Physics Department, Aligarh Muslim University | India

Prof. S. M. Afzal is a Professor of Physics at Aligarh Muslim University, India, with over 25 years of experience in teaching and research. He obtained his Ph.D. in Physics from Aligarh Muslim University in 1997, specializing in atomic and laser spectroscopy. His research focuses on high-resolution spectroscopy, nonlinear optics, photonic materials, and optoelectronic applications. Prof. Afzal has made significant contributions to the development of experimental facilities and has conducted extensive studies on light–matter interactions using advanced laser and optical techniques. He has published more than 54 research papers in reputed international journals, achieving over 542 citations, an h-index of 12, and an i10-index of 17, reflecting the strong impact of his scholarly work. In addition, he has successfully completed five funded research projects and guided more than twenty postgraduate theses. His work integrates experimental and computational approaches for exploring nonlinear optical properties of organic and inorganic systems, contributing to advancements in photonics and laser technology. Through his dedicated research and mentorship, Prof. Afzal continues to play a vital role in advancing modern optical physics and inspiring the next generation of scientists.

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Featured Publications

El-Shishtawy, R. M., Al-Zahrani, F. A. M., Afzal, S. M., Razvi, M. A. N., & Al-amshany, Z. M. (2016). Synthesis, linear and nonlinear optical properties of a new dimethine cyanine dye derived from phenothiazine. RSC Advances, 6(94), 91546–91556.

Kamaal, S., Mehkoom, M., Ali, A., Afzal, S. M., Alam, M. J., Ahmad, S., & Ahmad, M. (2021). Potential third-order nonlinear optical response facilitated by intramolecular charge transfer in a simple Schiff base molecule: Experimental and theoretical exploration. ACS Omega, 6(9), 6185–6194.*

Khan, S. A., Razvi, M. A. N., Bakry, A. H., Afzal, S. M., Asiri, A. M., & El-Daly, S. A. (2015). Microwave assisted synthesis, spectroscopic studies and nonlinear optical properties of bis-chromophores. Spectrochimica Acta Part A: Molecular and Biomolecular Spectroscopy, 137, 685–692.*

Fatima, A., Ali, A., Shabbir, S., Khan, M., Mehkoom, M., Afzal, S. M., Ahmad, M., & Ahmad, S. (2022). Synthesis, crystal structure, characterization, Hirshfeld analysis, molecular docking and DFT calculations of 5-phenylamino-isophthalic acid: A good NLO material. Journal of Molecular Structure, 132791.

Mehkoom, M., Afzal, S. M., Ahmad, S., & Khan, S. A. (2021). Physicochemical and nonlinear optical properties of novel environmentally benign heterocyclic azomethine dyes: Experimental and theoretical studies. PLOS ONE, 11(9), e0161613.*