Prof. Mohamed Othman | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Mohamed Othman | Best Researcher Award

Faculty of Science, Zagazig University | Egypt

Prof. Mohamed I. A. Othman is a distinguished scholar in applied mathematics whose extensive contributions to thermoelasticity, magneto-thermoelasticity, micropolar and microstretch continua, thermo-viscoelasticity, and wave propagation have established him as a leading figure in continuum mechanics research. With a prolific publication record exceeding 300 documents, an impressive h-index of 45+, and more than 6,500 citations, his work has significantly advanced theoretical and computational models in generalized thermoelasticity, fiber-reinforced materials, and multi-field coupling phenomena involving thermal, magnetic, rotational, and diffusion effects. He has collaborated widely with international researchers and consistently published in top journals such as International Journal of Solids and Structures, Applied Mathematical Modelling, and Journal of Thermal Stresses. His academic background includes advanced studies in mathematics with specialization in continuum mechanics and thermoelastic theory, followed by decades of research and teaching experience at leading scientific institutions. His research interests span plane wave propagation, multi-phase-lag theories, Green–Naghdi thermoelasticity, porous media, magneto-thermoelastic interactions, anisotropic materials, and domain-of-influence theorems. Throughout his career, Prof. Othman has received numerous recognitions for research excellence and scientific impact. His work continues to influence modern theoretical modeling in solid mechanics, offering foundational insights for emerging engineering and applied physics applications.

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Featured Publications

Othman, M. I. A., & Song, Y. (2007). Reflection of plane waves from an elastic solid half-space under hydrostatic initial stress without energy dissipation. International Journal of Solids and Structures, 44(17), 5651–5664.

Othman, M. I. A., & Marin, M. (2017). Effect of thermal loading due to laser pulse on thermoelastic porous media under G-N theory. Results in Physics, 7, 3863–3872.

Othman, M. I. A. (2004). Effect of rotation on plane waves in generalized thermoelasticity with two relaxation times. International Journal of Solids and Structures, 41(11-12), 2939–2956.

Othman, M. I. A., Said, S. M., & Marin, M. (2019). A novel model of plane waves of two-temperature fiber-reinforced thermoelastic medium under gravity with three-phase-lag model. International Journal of Numerical Methods for Heat and Fluid Flow, 29(12), 4788–4806.

Othman, M. I. A., Fekry, M., & Marin, M. (2020). Plane waves in generalized magneto-thermo-viscoelastic medium with voids under initial stress and laser pulse heating. Structural Engineering and Mechanics, 73(6), 621–629.

Mr. Zahid Ullah | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Zahid Ullah | Best Researcher Award

Islamia College University Peshawar | Pakistan 

Dr. Zahid Ullah is a computational materials scientist currently serving as a Scholar at Qurtuba University of Science and Information Technology, Peshawar, and pursuing his PhD in Physics at Islamia College Peshawar. With an h‑index of 12, over 1,100 citations, and multiple high-impact publications, he has established a strong presence in theoretical and computational condensed matter physics. His research focuses on first-principles calculations, employing density functional theory (DFT) and WIEN2k/CASTEP computational frameworks to investigate the structural, electronic, thermoelectric, and magnetic properties of materials such as spinels (MgGa₂O₄, ZnAl₂O₄) and ternary tellurides (KAlTe₂, KInTe₂). He has contributed significantly to understanding energy‑conversion materials, magnetic semiconductors, and thermoelectric performance, guiding experimental and theoretical developments for sustainable energy solutions and advanced electronic/spintronic applications. Notable publications include studies on high-temperature thermoelectric performance of MgGa₂O₄ and the electronic and magnetic characteristics of KAlTe₂ and KInTe₂. His work integrates materials informatics with computational modeling to predict and optimize material behaviors. Dr. Ullah’s ongoing research aims to design next-generation functional materials, and he is recognized for his early-career contributions to computational materials science. His efforts provide critical insights that bridge fundamental physics with practical applications in energy, electronics, and spintronics.

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Featured Publications

Ullah, Z., Khan, R., Khan, M. A., Al Otaibi, S., Althubeiti, K., & Abdullaev, S. (2025). High-temperature thermoelectric performance of spinel MgGa2O4 through a first-principles and Boltzmann transport study. Computational Materials Science, 259, 114163. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.commatsci.2025.114163

Ullah, Z., Amir, M., Bazilla, A., Ullah, S., Shahzad, U., Ullah, N., Khan, J., & Gul, S. (2024). Electronic, thermoelectric and magnetic properties of ternary telluride KAlTe2 and KInTe2 from theoretical perspective. Next Research, 1(2), 100077. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nexres.2024.100077

Khan, M. A., & Ullah, Z. (2025). First-principles study of electronic, structural, and thermoelectric nature. Theoretical Chemistry Accounts, 144(8), 61. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00214-025-03000-0

Ullah, Z., Khan, M. A., Gul, S., Noman, M., Ullah, S., & Shahab, M. (2025). Remarkable thermoelectric and magnetic properties of anti-perovskite MgCNi3: A pathway to advanced energy conversion and spintronics. Journal of Superconductivity and Novel Magnetism, 38(4), 167. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10948-025-08800-5

Ullah, Z., & Khan, M. A. (2025). First-principles study of ZnAl2O4 for energy applications. International Journal of Modern Physics B, 2550270. https://doi.org/10.1142/S0217979225502704

Mr. Artem Savikovskii | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Artem Savikovskii | Best Researcher Award

Peter the Great Saint-Petersburg Polytechnic University | Russia

Artem Victorovich Savikovskii is a Postdoctoral Research Engineer at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation. With an h-index of 2, 10 Scopus-indexed documents, and 23 citations from 15 sources, his growing academic influence reflects a strong foundation in computational and structural mechanics. Dr. Savikovskii earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Applied Mechanics (2012–2018) from Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, where he also completed his Ph.D. studies in Applied Mathematics and Mechanics. His research primarily focuses on finite element modeling, fracture mechanics, computational elasticity, nonlinear analysis, and thermo-mechanical behavior of anisotropic materials. His recent publications, including in the International Journal of Engineering Science, address the mechanics of surface damage and crack interaction in anisotropic materials. He has also contributed to studies on thermal fatigue and stress intensity factors in materials with cubic symmetry. Throughout his career, Dr. Savikovskii has demonstrated exceptional skills in computational mechanics, advancing the understanding of material anisotropy and structural failure analysis. His work continues to contribute to modern applied mechanics and materials science, bridging theoretical modeling and practical engineering solutions.

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Featured Publications

Savikovskii, A. V., Semenov, A. S., & Kachanov, M. L. (2024). Influence of material anisotropy on the mechanics of surface damage. International Journal of Engineering Science, 199, 104025. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijengsci.2024.104025

Savikovskii, A. V., Gordeev, A. N., Michailov, A. A., Antonova, O. V., & Semenov, A. S. (2023). Numerical aspects of the J-integral estimation for thermomechanical loading. In Proceedings of the International Conference on Structural Integrity (pp. 203–214). Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-37246-9_12

Savikovskii, A. V., & Semenov, A. S. (2023). Influence of material anisotropy on the interaction between cracks under tension and shear. Journal of Applied Mechanics and Technical Physics, 64(10), 1452–1461.

Savikovskii, A. V. (2020). Crystallographic orientation, delay time, and mechanical constants influence on thermal fatigue strength of single-crystal nickel superalloys. Materials Physics and Mechanics, 44(1), 115–124. https://doi.org/10.18720/MPM.4412020_15

Savikovskii, A. V., Semenov, A. S., & Getsov, L. B. (2019). Coupled thermo-electro-mechanical modeling of thermal fatigue of single-crystal corset samples. Materials Physics and Mechanics, 42(3), 45–54. https://doi.org/10.18720/MPM.4232019_5

Savikovskii, A. V., Semenov, A. S., & Getsov, L. (2018). Analysis of crystallographic orientation influence on thermal fatigue with delay of the single-crystal corset sample by means of thermo-elasto-visco-plastic finite-element modeling. MATEC Web of Conferences, 245, 10006. https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/201824510006