Mr. Maaz Ali Khan | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Maaz Ali Khan | Best Researcher Award

University of Buner | Pakistan

Maaz Ali Khan is a researcher affiliated with the University of Buner, known for his contributions to thermoelasticity and wave propagation in advanced solid media. His work focuses on the behavior of elastic, thermal, and coupled waves in semiconductor materials and micropolar thermoelastic structures, especially under variable thermal conductivity, laser-induced thermal effects, and temperature-dependent properties. He has coauthored several peer-reviewed studies examining reflected elastic waves, Rayleigh wave behavior, and nonlocal micropolar thermoelastic responses, including investigations involving three-phase-lag models and global sensitivity analysis in rotating solids. His research appears in journals such as Acoustical Physics, Physica Scripta, Mechanics of Solids, and Case Studies in Thermal Engineering. Through his collaborative and interdisciplinary work, he continues to advance understanding of thermoelastic wave phenomena in complex materials systems.

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Featured Publications

Ullah, I., Khan, M. A., Abo-Dahab, S. M., Dar, A., Sial, M. R., Albalwi, M. D., & Jahangir, A. (2024). Study on impact of variable thermal conductivity or laser pulse on reflected elastic waves in a semiconductor medium. Acoustical Physics, 70(2), 278–287.
Saeed, T., Khan, M. A., Alzahrani, A. R. R., & Jahangir, A. (2024). Rayleigh wave through half space semiconductor solid with temperature dependent properties. Physica Scripta, 99(2), 025208.
Khan, M. A., Jahangir, A., Rahman, A., Mahmoud, E. E., & Almuzaini, M. (2025). Global Sensitivity Analysis of Wave Behavior in Rotating Solids with Laser-Induced Thermal and Stress Effects. Mechanics of Solids, 1–24.
Khan, M. A., Kouki, M., Jahangir, A., Riaz, U., & Rahman, A. (2025). Reflection of Coupled Transverse Waves in Nonlocal Micropolar Thermoelastic Media with Three-Phase-Lag Model. Case Studies in Thermal Engineering, 106926.

Mr. Shewa Getachew Mamo | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Shewa Getachew Mamo | Best Researcher Award

Wolkite University | Ethiopia

Shewa Getachew is a physicist at Wolkite University with an MSc in Physics and an emerging research profile in plasmonics, nonlinear optics, and nanocomposite photonics. With an h-index of 2, eight indexed documents, and ten citations from four sources, his work focuses on the optical properties of core–shell nanostructures, including refractive index engineering, group velocity modulation, optical bistability, and local field enhancement in metal–dielectric composites. His publications span reputable journals such as Physica E, Brazilian Journal of Physics, Applied Physics B, Optical Review, Canadian Journal of Physics, and The European Physical Journal D. His research explores size-, geometry-, and dielectric-dependent plasmonic responses in nanomaterials, contributing to slow- and fast-light applications, nonlinear optical switching, and photonic device optimization. He has also conducted interdisciplinary studies in phytochemistry and higher education pedagogy. As a physics lecturer, he integrates theoretical modeling with computational simulation to advance understanding of nano-optical phenomena. His contributions were recognized with the World Research Awards (WRA) Best Innovation Award (Physics and Astronomy) in 2024. Overall, his work continues to support the development of advanced photonic materials with tunable optical responses for next-generation nanotechnology applications.

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Featured Publications

Getachew, S. (2026). Size and dielectric-dependent plasmonic resonances in CdS@Ag core–shell quantum dots: Field enhancement, dispersion, and slow-light effects. Physica E: Low-Dimensional Systems and Nanostructures. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.physe.2025.116371

Getachew, S. (2025). Size-dependent dispersion and slow-light effects in CdS@Ag core-shell quantum dots: A theoretical study of plasmonic resonances and group velocity modulation. Brazilian Journal of Physics. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13538-025-01906-7

Getachew, S. (2025). Geometric and dielectric engineering of linear optical response in CdS@Ag core–shell quantum dots: A theoretical study of plasmonic enhancement and host effects. Applied Physics B. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00340-025-08578-w

Getachew, S. (2025). Geometric shape’s impact on core-shell nanocomposites’ optical properties. Journal of Computational Electronics. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10825-025-02388-1

Assist. Prof. Dr. Bhuvneshwer Suthar | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Bhuvneshwer Suthar | Best Researcher Award

Government Dungar College, Bikaner | India

Dr. Bhuvneshwer Suthar is a distinguished physicist known for his impactful contributions to photonic crystals, optical sensors, photonic switching technologies, and advanced metamaterial-based devices. With an impressive research record comprising 110 documents, an h-index of 29, and more than 1,713 citations, he has established a strong scholarly presence in computational photonics and optical engineering. He holds advanced academic qualifications in physics and has accumulated extensive teaching and research experience as an active academic and scientist. His research interests span one-dimensional and two-dimensional photonic crystals, optical filters, biosensing mechanisms, temperature sensors, terahertz photonics, and waveguide-integrated photonic devices. Dr. Suthar’s work has led to notable advancements in ultra-compact optical components, defect-mode engineering, and high-sensitivity biosensors for biomedical and environmental applications. He has collaborated widely and contributed to several international conferences and editorial activities within the photonics community. His achievements include recognition for high-quality research outputs and influential publications that continue to support innovations in photonic device design. In conclusion, Dr. Suthar stands as a highly productive researcher whose scientific contributions significantly advance modern photonic technologies and inspire continued progress in optical sensing and photonic crystal engineering.

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Featured Publications

Ankita, & Suthar, B., & Bhargava, A. (2021). Biosensor application of one-dimensional photonic crystal for malaria diagnosis. Plasmonics, 16(1), 59–63.

Kumar, N., & Suthar, B. (2019). Advances in photonic crystals and devices. CRC Press.

Radhouene, M., Chhipa, M. K., Najjar, M., Robinson, S., & Suthar, B. (2017). Novel design of ring resonator based temperature sensor using photonics technology. Photonic Sensors, 7(4), 311–316.

Gharsallah, Z., Najjar, M., Suthar, B., & Janyani, V. (2018). High sensitivity and ultra-compact optical biosensor for detection of urea concentration. Optical and Quantum Electronics, 50(6), 249.

Suthar, B., & Bhargava, A. (2021). Pressure sensor based on quantum well-structured photonic crystal. Silicon, 13(6), 1765–1768.

Dr. Ashish Varma | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Ashish Varma | Young Scientist Award

K. N. Government P. G. College, Gyanpur, Bhadohi | India

Dr. Ashish Varma is an accomplished physicist and Assistant Professor at K. N. Government P. G. College, Gyanpur, Bhadohi, India. He earned his Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Allahabad in 2022 and has established himself as an emerging researcher in plasma physics, laser–matter interaction, and nanostructured materials. With 31 publications, over 447 citations from 117 documents, and an h-index of 13, Dr. Varma’s work demonstrates significant impact in nonlinear laser-plasma interactions, electron Bernstein wave excitation, and nanocluster plasma dynamics. His recent studies focus on laser beam–assisted plasma heating, surface plasma wave generation, and nonlinear absorption in arrays of vertically aligned carbon nanotubes. Dr. Varma has contributed to leading journals such as Optik, Laser Physics, Journal of the Korean Physical Society, and Optical and Quantum Electronics. He has also explored computational condensed matter physics, investigating electronic, structural, and optical properties of advanced materials. A recipient of the UGC Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), he continues to advance fundamental understanding of laser-plasma coupling phenomena with applications in photonics and nanotechnology. Through his active research, Dr. Varma is contributing to the development of next-generation optical and plasma-based materials and technologies.

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Featured Publications

Varma, A., Kumar, A., Mishra, S. P., Kumar, A., & Kumar, A. (2025). Surface plasma wave aided Laguerre–Gaussian laser beam second harmonic generation in arrays of vertically aligned carbon nanotube over metal surface. Journal of Laser Applications, 37(8), 7–12. https://doi.org/10.2351/7.0001819

Vishwakarma, M. K., Mishra, S. P., Kumar, A., Kumar, A., & Varma, A. (2025). Enhanced electron heating by electron plasma wave assisted beat wave of two different profile laser beams in magnetized collisional plasma with density rippled. Journal of the Korean Physical Society, 86(7), 1–8. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40042-025-01446-y

Ali, K., Kumar, S., Kumar, A., & Varma, A. (2025). Influence of field optimization property of Hermite cosh-Gaussian laser beam on nonlinear absorption in arrays of vertically aligned cylindrical carbon nanotubes. Radiation Effects and Defects in Solids, 180(4), 245–259. https://doi.org/10.1080/10420150.2025.2484740

Ansari, A., Patel, M. S., Mishra, S. P., Kumar, A., Kumar, A., & Varma, A. (2025). Excitation of large-amplitude electron plasma wave by counterpropagation of two laser beams in spherical nanoparticles. Laser Physics, 35(4), 046001. https://doi.org/10.1088/1555-6611/adc559

Kumar, S., Ali, K., Kumar, A., Kumar, A., Mishra, S. P., & Varma, A. (2025). Langmuir wave-assisted two-photon decay of an amplitude-modulated Gaussian laser beam in rippled density plasma. Arabian Journal for Science and Engineering, 50(1), 112–122. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13369-024-09234-9

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

Assist. Prof. Dr. Akeem Adewale | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Akeem Adewale | Best Researcher Award

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology Ogbomoso | Nigeria

Dr. Akeem Adekunle Adewale is a distinguished materials physicist and Senior Lecturer in the Department of Pure and Applied Physics at Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, Nigeria. He earned his Ph.D. in Materials Engineering from Universiti Malaysia Perlis, Malaysia, following his M.Sc. and B.Sc. degrees in Physics from the University of Ilorin, Nigeria. With a prolific academic career, Dr. Adewale has authored 25 scientific documents, accumulated over 201 citations, and achieved an h-index of 9. His research focuses on computational materials science, density functional theory (DFT), nanotechnology, and optoelectronic and thermoelectric materials modeling. Dr. Adewale’s studies have significantly contributed to understanding the structural, electronic, optical, and thermoelectric properties of advanced materials such as perovskites, semiconductors, and nanocomposites. His works have been published in reputed journals including Materials Today Communications, Heliyon, Physica Scripta, and Computational Condensed Matter. Prior to his current role, he served as a Lecturer in Physics and Materials Science at Kwara State University, Nigeria. Dr. Adewale continues to advance frontiers in materials modeling for renewable energy and semiconductor technologies. His outstanding contributions to materials research position him as a leading scholar in the field of computational materials science.

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Featured Publications

Adewale, A. A., Chik, A., Adam, T., Yusuff, O. K., Ayinde, S. A., & Sanusi, Y. K. (2021). First principles calculations of structural, electronic, mechanical and thermoelectric properties of cubic ATiO3 (A= Be, Mg, Ca, Sr and Ba) perovskite oxide. Computational Condensed Matter, 28, e00562.

Adewale, A. A., Chik, A., Adam, T., Joshua, T. M., & Durowoju, M. O. (2021). Optoelectronic behavior of ZnS compound and its alloy: A first principle approach. Materials Today Communications, 27, 102077.

Olatomiwa, A. L., Adam, T., Edet, C. O., Adewale, A. A., Chik, A., Mohammed, M., Gopinath, S. C. B., & Hashim, U. (2023). Recent advances in density functional theory approach for optoelectronics properties of graphene. Heliyon, 9(3), e14279.

Sholagberu, A. A., Yahya, W. A., & Adewale, A. A. (2022). Pressure effects on the opto-electronic and mechanical properties of the double perovskite Cs₂AgInCl₆. Physica Scripta, 97(8), 085824.

Adewale, A. A., Chik, A., Zaki, R. M., Che Pa, F., Keat, Y. C., & Jamil, N. H. (2018). Thermoelectric transport properties of SrTiO₃ doped with Pm. Solid State Phenomena, 280, 3–8.

Yahya, W., Yahaya, A. A., Adewale, A. A., Sholagberu, A. A., & Olasunkanmi, N. K. (2023). A DFT study of optoelectronic, elastic and thermo-electric properties of the double perovskites Rb₂SeX₆ (X=Br, Cl). Journal of the Nigerian Society of Physical Sciences, 1418–1418.

Prof. Morteza Vahedpour | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Morteza Vahedpour | Best Researcher Award

University of Zanjan | Iran

Dr. Morteza Vahedpour is a prominent Iranian physical chemist and computational researcher, serving as a faculty member in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Zanjan. He earned his Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from Isfahan University of Technology, specializing in statistical thermodynamics and viscosity relaxation in molecular fluids, following his M.Sc. in computational physical chemistry from Shiraz University. With over 70 peer-reviewed publications, an h-index of 19, more than 1,000 citations, and over 80 research documents, Dr. Vahedpour is widely recognized for his contributions to computational and theoretical chemistry. His research spans reaction kinetics, atmospheric chemistry, acid rain formation mechanisms, DFT calculations, molecular modeling, and the computational design of drug delivery nanoparticles. He has co-authored influential studies on transition metal complexes, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, and mechanistic pathways of key atmospheric reactions. Dr. Vahedpour’s work integrates theory with practical applications, offering insights into catalysis, environmental remediation, and sustainable chemical processes. His dedication to advancing fundamental and applied research continues to inspire young scientists and contributes to the global understanding of chemical reaction mechanisms, green chemistry innovations, and the development of computational methods for solving complex problems in modern chemistry.

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Vahedpour, M., Rostamizadeh, K., & Bozorgi, S. (2012). Synthesis, characterization and evaluation of computationally designed nanoparticles of molecular imprinted polymers as drug delivery systems. International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 424(1–2), 67–75.

Monfared, H. H., Vahedpour, M., Yeganeh, M. M., Ghorbanloo, M., & Mayer, P. (2011). Concentration dependent tautomerism in green [Cu(HL1)(L2)] and brown [Cu(L1)(HL2)] with H2L1=(E)-N′-(2-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzylidene) benzoylhydrazone and HL2. Dalton Transactions, 40(6), 1286–1294.

Monfared, H. H., Alavi, S., Bikas, R., Vahedpour, M., & Mayer, P. (2010). Vanadiumoxo–aroylhydrazone complexes: Synthesis, structure and DFT calculations. Polyhedron, 29(18), 3355–3362.

Moghaddam, S. K., Rasoulifard, M., Vahedpour, M., & Eskandarian, M. (2014). Removal of tylosin from aqueous solution by UV/nano Ag/S2O8²− process: Influence of operational parameters and kinetic study. Korean Journal of Chemical Engineering, 31(9), 1577–1581.

Nayebzadeh, M., Vahedpour, M., & Rius-Bartra, J. M. (2020). Kinetics and oxidation mechanism of pyrene initiated by hydroxyl radical: A theoretical investigation. Chemical Physics, 528, 110522.

Vahedpour, M., & Zolfaghari, F. (2011). Mechanistic study on the atmospheric formation of acid rain based on the sulfur dioxide. Structural Chemistry, 22(6), 1331–1338.

Dr. Kousik Bera | Best Paper Award

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Dr. Kousik Bera | Best Paper Award

Indian Institute of Technology Bombay | India

Dr. Kousik Bera is a research scholar at the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, specializing in condensed matter physics, quantum materials, and spectroscopic techniques. He has authored 11 peer-reviewed publications, achieving over 45 citations with an h-index of 4, reflecting the quality and influence of his research. His work integrates Raman spectroscopy, ultrafast nonlinear optics, and quantum photonics to address key challenges in material science and quantum technology. Dr. Bera’s studies on wafer-scale hexagonal boron nitride (hBN) films have provided critical insights into the role of defects, wrinkles, and impurities in thermal transport, with implications for next-generation nanoelectronic devices. He has also contributed to the development of polarization-entangled photon sources using type-0 PPKTP crystals, advancing quantum communication and cryptography. His collaborative publications in Physical Review B, Journal of Applied Physics, Nanotechnology, Optical Materials, and Optics Communications highlight his multidisciplinary approach. With strong expertise in 2D materials, superconductivity, and quantum criticality, Dr. Bera’s research is paving the way for breakthroughs in photonic devices and quantum technologies. His academic productivity and impactful contributions make him a promising candidate for recognition and awards in physics and materials research.

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Bright source of degenerate polarization-entangled photons using type-0 PPKTP crystal: Effects of accidental coincidences
Optics Communications, 2025 – Demonstrated a high-brightness entangled photon source, relevant for quantum communication and cryptography.

Surface-enhanced Raman scattering-based sensing and ultrafast nonlinear optical properties of silver–hexagonal boron nitride nanocomposites achieved by femtosecond laser ablation
Optical Materials, 2024 – Reported novel nanocomposites with enhanced SERS activity and nonlinear optical response for sensing applications.

Nanostructured bi-metallic Pd–Ag alloy films for surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy-based sensing application
Journal of Vacuum Science & Technology A, 2024 – Developed bimetallic alloy films for ultrasensitive SERS-based detection.

Decoupling the roles of defects/impurities and wrinkles in thermal conductivity of wafer-scale hBN films
Journal of Applied Physics, 2023 – Provided critical insights into thermal transport mechanisms in large-area hBN films.

Surface-phase superconductivity in a Mg-deficient V-doped MgTi₂O₄ spinel
Physical Review B, 2023 – Investigated unconventional superconductivity and surface effects in spinel oxides.