Prof. Alexey Kavokin | Most Cited Researcher Award

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Prof. Alexey Kavokin | Most Cited Researcher Award

Abrikosov Center for Theoretical Physics | Russia

Alexey V. Kavokin is a theoretical physicist affiliated with the Abrikosov Center for Theoretical Physics in Moscow, Russian Federation, recognized for his extensive contributions to exciton-polariton physics, spin dynamics, and semiconductor photonics. He holds a Master’s degree in Physics from Saint Petersburg State Polytechnical University (1986–1992) and earned his PhD in Physics (Coherent Light and Matter) from the Ioffe Institute, Saint Petersburg (1992–1993). Kavokin has held research appointments internationally, including service at CNR-SPIN in Rome, Italy (2014–2018). His research spans excitons, spin phenomena, lasers, and semiconductor systems, with additional interests in topological photonics, neuromorphic polariton networks, optical spin Hall effects, and polariton condensate dynamics. He has authored over 560 documents, accumulating more than 19,000 citations and achieving an h-index of 68, reflecting his broad influence across optics, condensed matter physics, and spin-optronics. His work includes investigations of polariton lattices, topological photonic states, spin noise in Bose-Einstein condensates, vortex molecules, and room-temperature optical spin Hall transport. His ongoing scholarship continues to shape the fields of exciton-polariton condensates, semiconductor microcavities, and polariton-based devices.

Profiles : Scopus | Orcid

Featured Publications

Sedov, E., & Kavokin, A. (2024). Polariton lattices as binarized neuromorphic networks. arXiv. https://doi.org/10.48550/arXiv.2401.07232

Guoguang, R., Kavokin, A., & Sawan, M. (2024). Optical biosensor based on porous silicon and Tamm plasmon polariton for detection of CagA antigen of Helicobacter pylori. Sensors. https://doi.org/10.3390/s24165153

Kavokina, S., Samyshkin, V., Cao, J., Abramov, A., Osipov, A., Essaka, S. P., Khalimov, N., Bodunov, D., & Kavokin, A. (2024). Titanium-based metasurfaces for optoelectronics. Nanomaterials. https://doi.org/10.3390/nano14010056

Prof. Dr. Motoichi Ohtsu | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Motoichi Ohtsu | Best Researcher Award

Research Origin for Dressed Photon | Japan

Motoichi Ohtsu is a distinguished researcher in nanophotonics and dressed-photon science, currently affiliated with the Research Origin for Dressed Photon in Yokohama, Japan. His scientific influence is reflected in his extensive Scopus record, which documents 596 publications, 9,084 citations, and an h-index of 47, demonstrating his long-standing impact across photonics and optical materials research. His works span journal articles, conference papers, book chapters, and major monographs, covering themes such as dressed photons, near-field optical science, SiC-based magneto-optical devices, polarization control, and the theoretical foundations connecting dressed photons with off-shell quantum fields. His recent ORCID-listed contributions include Perspective on an Emerging Frontier of Nanoscience Opened up by Dressed Photon Studies, Drastic Advancement in Nanophotonics Achieved by a New Dressed Photon Study, and influential papers on phase delay, polarization rotation, and cosmological links to dressed-photon theory. Ohtsu’s research interests encompass nanophotonics, near-field interactions, magneto-optical effects, optical phase phenomena, and advanced semiconductor photonics. With decades of academic and research leadership, including serving as Chief Director at the Research Origin for Dressed Photon, he has significantly shaped the evolution of modern optical science. In conclusion, his body of work continues to define new directions in dressed-photon technology and next-generation nanophotonic systems.

Profiles : Orcid | Scopus

Featured Publications

Sakuma, H., Ojima, I., & Ohtsu, M. (2023). Perspective on an emerging frontier of nanoscience opened up by dressed photon studies. Nanoarchitectonics.

Sakuma, H., Ojima, I., & Ohtsu, M. (2021). Drastic advancement in nanophotonics achieved by a new dressed photon study. Journal of the European Optical Society Rapid Publications.

Ohtsu, M., et al. (2020). SiC transmission-type polarization rotator using a large magneto-optical effect boosted and stabilized by dressed photons. Scientific Reports.

Ohtsu, M., et al. (2020). Off-shell quantum fields to connect dressed photons with cosmology. Symmetry.

Mr. Jia-Xin Peng | Editorial Board Member

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Mr. Jia-Xin Peng | Editorial Board Member

Nantong University | China

Jia-Xin Peng is a theoretical physicist whose research advances quantum optics, optomechanics, and precision quantum measurement. He has authored 74 scientific documents, accumulating approximately 796 citations with an h-index of 17, reflecting his growing influence in the field. His work focuses on macroscopic quantum coherence, quantum synchronization, photon–magnon and optomechanical coupling, quantum estimation theory, and hybrid Laguerre–Gaussian cavity systems. He has contributed significantly to understanding quantum coherence in molecular optomechanical systems, quantum-enhanced sensing, entanglement in rotating and rovibrational mirrors, and fast/slow-light engineering through cavity modulation. His academic background includes research appointments in optical physics and quantum engineering, where he collaborated with leading groups on whispering-gallery-mode resonators, magnomechanical cavities, and driven–dissipative systems. His recent achievements include demonstrating quantum-complete synchronization in molecular optomechanics and developing improved estimation schemes using squeezed vacuum and coherent feedback. His publications appear in major journals such as Physical Review A, Physical Review Applied, Chaos, Solitons & Fractals, Optics Express, and Physics Letters A. While formal awards are not publicly documented, his consistent publication record and innovative theoretical contributions highlight his promise as a rising researcher in quantum optomechanics and precision measurement science.

Profile : Orcid

Featured Publications

Peng, J.-X., Zhao, C., Djorwe, P., Emale, K. B., Yu, Z.-W., & Asjad, M. (2025). Macroscopic quantum coherence and quantum complete synchronization in molecular optomechanical system. Chaos, Solitons & Fractals, 197, 116473. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chaos.2025.116473

Peng, J.-X., et al. (2025). Quantum estimation for improving optomechanical coupling strength with two-level atoms, coherent feedback loop, and squeezed vacuum injection. Physical Review A, 111, 012607. https://doi.org/10.1103/PhysRevA.111.012607

Hidki, A., Peng, J.-X., Singh, S. K., Khalid, M., & Asjad, M. (2024). Entanglement and quantum coherence of two YIG spheres in a hybrid Laguerre–Gaussian cavity optomechanics. Scientific Reports, 14, 11204. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-61670-7

Jin, L., Peng, J.-X., Yuan, Q.-Z., & Feng, X.-L. (2021). Macroscopic quantum coherence in a spinning whispering-gallery-mode resonator. Optics Express, 29(25), 41191–41205. https://doi.org/10.1364/OE.443486

Mr. Shehzad Khan | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Shehzad Khan | Best Researcher Award

Nanjing University of Science and Technology | China

Mr. Shehzad Khan is a promising Pakistani quantum physicist with a growing research profile in the fields of quantum optics, quantum information, plasmonics, and nonlinear optics. With an h-index of 2, 3 published documents, and 7 citations, he has contributed to several high-impact journals, including Results in Physics, The European Physical Journal Plus, International Journal of Theoretical Physics, Journal of Magnetism and Magnetic Materials, and Physics Letters A. He completed his Bachelor’s degree in Physics from the University of Malakand (2019–2023), where his thesis focused on “Manipulation of Spectral Hole Burning in Atomic Medium by Doppler Broadening Effect.” His research expertise includes density matrix formalism, optical solitons, Goos-Hänchen shift, photonic spin Hall effect, and surface plasmon polaritons. Shehzad has demonstrated strong analytical and computational skills using Mathematica, MATLAB, and LaTeX, coupled with proficiency in data analysis and technical writing. Recognized for his academic excellence, he received the Higher Education Commission (HEC) Laptop Award for outstanding performance and an HEC Merit and Need-Based Scholarship. With a clear vision to advance the understanding of light-matter interaction and quantum systems, Shehzad Khan aspires to make impactful contributions to modern quantum science and optical physics.

Profile : Scopus

Featured Publications

Khan, S., Bilal, M., Uddin, S., Akgül, A., & Riaz, M. B. (2024). Spherical manipulation of lateral shifts in reflection and transmission through chiral medium. Results in Physics, 107647.

Khan, S., Saeed, M., Khan, M. A., Aldosary, S. F., & Ahmad, S. Coherent manipulation of optical solitons in four-level N-type atomic medium. International Journal of Theoretical Physics.

Ullah, R., Khan, S., Amina, S., & Javaid, S. Tunable cratering of lateral Goos–Hänchen shift in reflection and transmission of structured light in a chiral atomic medium. The European Physical Journal Plus.

Ullah, H., Khan, S., & Bilal, M. Localized electric and magnetic tangent loss via parity-time symmetry in induced high magneto-optical atomic medium. Journal of Magnetism and Magnetic Materials.

Ahmad, M., Khan, S.*, Shah, S. M. H., Salman, M., & Yousaf, M. (2025). Coherent manipulation of sensitivity of structure plasmon polariton waves. The European Physical Journal Plus.

Mr. Abdul Majeed | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Abdul Majeed | Best Researcher Award

University of Malakand | Pakistan

Dr. Abdul Majeed is a researcher at the Department of Physics, University of Malakand, specializing in quantum optics, quantum computation, mathematical physics, and plasmonics. His Google Scholar profile records an h-index of 3 with 30 citations across 11 documents. His research explores the coherent control of structured light, soliton dynamics, exceptional surfaces, tunneling effects, and Goos–Hänchen shifts in multi-level atomic and chiral media. He has co-authored several recent papers in leading journals such as Chaos, Solitons & Fractals, Applied Physics B, AIMS Mathematics, Scientific Reports, and Advanced Theory and Simulations, focusing on the theoretical modeling and manipulation of nonlinear optical and quantum phenomena. Dr. Majeed’s academic background includes studies in physics and applied mathematics, and he has experience in both research and teaching within higher education. His work demonstrates a strong grasp of light–matter interactions, plasmonic behavior, and quantum control mechanisms, contributing to the advancement of quantum photonics and optical communication technologies. Although major awards are not yet documented, his growing publication record and international collaborations highlight his emerging status as a promising physicist in theoretical and computational optics. In summary, Dr. Majeed’s contributions are expanding the understanding of quantum coherence and structured-light manipulation in complex media.

Profile : Google Scholar 

Featured Publications

Ullah, I., Majeed, A., & Ali, A., Khan, Z. A. (2025). Reflection and transmission solitons via high magneto optical medium. Chaos, Solitons & Fractals, 191, 115881.

Khan, Z. A., Majeed, A., Ullah, I., & Ali, A. (2025). Coherent generation of superluminal and subluminal propagation of structured light in five level atomic medium. Applied Physics B, 131(2), 30.

Ullah, I., Majeed, A., Dalam, M. E. E., Almazah, M. M. A., & Ali, A. (2025). Coherent manipulation of tunneling and super Gaussian based Goos–Hänchen shift in five level chiral atomic medium. Applied Physics A, 131(2), 89.

Emam, W., Majeed, A., Ali, Z., Ali, A., & Pamucar, D. (2025). Periodic dark and bright optical soliton dynamics in atomic medium governed by control fields of Milnor polynomial and super-Gaussian beam. International Journal of Theoretical Physics, 64(5), 141.

Majeed, A., Ullah, I., Alduais, F. S., Al Bossly, A., Bossly, R., & Ali, A. (2025). Investigation of rotary photon drag of generated structured light in a five level atomic medium. Advanced Theory and Simulations, 8(5), 2401307.

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.

Profiles : Google Scholar | Orcid | Scopus

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. 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

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.

Profiles : Research Gate | Google Scholar

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.*