Dr. Michael Mercier | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Michael Mercier | Best Researcher Award

University of Corsica | France

Dr. Michaël Mercier-Finidori is a French physicist and lecturer at the University of Corsica Pascal Paoli (UMR CNRS 6134 SPE), renowned for his contributions to the fields of underwater acoustics, ultrasound, group theory, and mathematical physics. He obtained his Ph.D. in Sciences pour l’Environnement from UMR CNRS 6134 SPE in 2002, where he developed a strong foundation in acoustic wave propagation and elastic scattering. Since joining the University of Corsica in 2003, Dr. Mercier-Finidori has actively engaged in both teaching and advanced research, focusing on acoustic scattering phenomena in elliptical geometries and elastic shells. His scholarly output includes six peer-reviewed publications that have collectively garnered 12 citations from 10 documents, with an h-index of 3, reflecting his impactful and specialized work. His recent open-access article, Acoustic scattering by elliptical elastic shells: Exact formalism and physical interpretation (Journal of Sound and Vibration, 2025), exemplifies his analytical rigor and innovative approach to acoustic modeling. Dr. Mercier-Finidori’s research provides valuable insights for applications in sonar technology, materials characterization, and acoustic signal analysis. His sustained academic commitment and theoretical depth underscore his influence in advancing the understanding of elastic wave dynamics in complex geometries.

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Featured Publications

Ancey, S., Gabrielli, P., & Mercier, M. (2025). Acoustic scattering by elliptical elastic shells: Exact formalism and physical interpretation. Journal of Sound and Vibration, 619, 119341. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsv.2025.119341

Ancey, S., Bazzali, E., Gabrielli, P., & Mercier, M. (2014). Acoustic scattering by elastic cylinders of elliptical cross-section and splitting up of resonances. Journal of Applied Physics, 115(19), 194901. https://doi.org/10.1063/1.4876678

Bazzali, E., Ancey, S., Gabrielli, P., & Mercier-Finidori, M. (2013). Splitting up resonances of elastic elliptical disc. Proceedings of Meetings on Acoustics, 19(1), 045002. https://doi.org/10.1121/1.4799566

Ancey, S., Bazzali, E., Gabrielli, P., & Mercier, M. (2013). Elastodynamics and resonances in elliptical geometry. Journal of Physics A: Mathematical and Theoretical, 46(43), 435204. https://doi.org/10.1088/1751-8113/46/43/435204

Gabrielli, P., & Mercier-Finidori, M. (2002). Multiple scattering by two impenetrable cylinders: Semiclassical theory. Physical Review E, 66(4), 046629. https://doi.org/10.1103/PhysRevE.66.046629

Dr. Kalpana Panneerselvam | Dilute Magnetic Semiconductors | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Kalpana Panneerselvam | Dilute Magnetic Semiconductors | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Kalpana Panneerselvam | IIT Madras | India

Dr. Kalpana Panneerselvam is a distinguished researcher in Condensed Matter Physics, specializing in Nanomagnetism, Spintronics, Quantum Transport, and Thermoelectric Materials. Her research focuses on the theoretical understanding of diluted magnetic semiconductors (DMS), 2D-Xenes, and quantum-confined nanostructures, integrating quantum physics with semiconductor modeling. She has made notable contributions to the study of impurity states, exciton magnetic polarons, magneto-optical phenomena, and spin-polarized transport in low-dimensional systems. Her work on strain-engineered thermoelectric performance and Rashba spin–orbit coupling effects has advanced knowledge in nanoscale electronic transport and spin control. Dr. Panneerselvam has also explored light–matter interactions in photonic crystal waveguide cavities, linking nanophotonics with quantum computation. She employs computational tools such as Kwant, MATLAB, and FDTD simulations to model electronic and optical properties of emerging materials. Her publications in leading journals like Journal of Physics D: Applied Physics, European Physical Journal Plus, and Physica E highlight her innovative contributions. She has presented her work at major international forums, including the APS March Meeting and ICMAT, earning recognition for her clarity in theoretical modeling. A recipient of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship Seal of Excellence, she has demonstrated exceptional academic excellence and research independence. Her doctoral work on impurity states in semimagnetic nanostructures was shortlisted among the best theses at the DAE Solid State Physics Symposium. With strong interdisciplinary expertise spanning quantum materials, spin-based electronics, and photonic devices, Dr. Panneerselvam continues to drive forward innovative approaches to understand and engineer next-generation quantum materials. She is an active member of the American Physical Society and Semiconductor Society of India, contributing meaningfully to global condensed matter and nanoscience research.

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Featured Publications

Panneerselvam, K., & Muralidharan, B. (2024). Giant excitonic magneto-optical Faraday rotation in single semimagnetic CdTe/Cd₁₋ₓMnₓTe quantum ring. Physica E: Low-Dimensional Systems and Nanostructures, 157, 115876.

Panneerselvam, K., & Muralidharan, B. (2024, June 18). Correction: Exciton magnetic polaron in Cd₁₋ₓMnₓTe single semimagnetic quantum ring. The European Physical Journal Plus.

Panneerselvam, K., & Muralidharan, B. (2024, April 8). Exciton magnetic polaron in Cd₁₋ₓMnₓTe single semimagnetic quantum ring. The European Physical Journal Plus, 139, 319.

Vignesh, G., Balaji, A. S., Mahalakshmi, S. M., Panneerselvam, K., & Mohan, C. R. (2023). On the semiconductor to metal transition in a quantum wire: Influence of geometry and laser. Modern Physics Letters B, 37(34), 2342007.

Panneerselvam, K., & Muralidharan, B. (2022). Exciton magnetic polaron in CdTe/Cd₁₋ₓMnₓTe single semimagnetic quantum ring. arXiv.

Panneerselvam, K., & Muralidharan, B. (2022). Modeling of exciton localization in semimagnetic concentric double quantum ring by the magnetic field. In Proceedings of the 2022 IEEE International Conference on Emerging Electronics (ICEE 2022) (pp. 1–5). IEEE.

Kalpana, P., & Jayakumar, K. (2021). Impurity states in semimagnetic quantum well wire with anisotropic confinement along in-plane directions. Journal of Experimental and Theoretical Physics, 130(2), 287–292.

 

Dr. Awani Bhushan | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Awani Bhushan | Best Researcher Award

Velllore Institute of Technology, University (Chennai Campus) | India

Dr. Awani Bhushan is an Assistant Professor (Senior Grade) in the School of Mechanical Engineering at Vellore Institute of Technology, Chennai, with an h-index of 6, 33 documents, and 113 citations. He earned his Ph.D. in Machine Design from the Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi, and holds prior degrees in machine and mechanical engineering. His research and teaching experience span nuclear engineering, solid mechanics, fracture mechanics, finite element analysis, and reliability assessment, combining analytical, experimental, and numerical approaches. He develops and validates computational models using ANSYS and COMSOL Multiphysics alongside custom FORTRAN and C++ implementations, and applies statistical Weibull-based methods for strength and size-effect characterization. His publications appear in Journal of Nuclear Materials, Journal of Testing and Evaluation, RSC Advances, and other peer-reviewed outlets. Key contributions include Weibull design criteria for nuclear graphite, fracture parameter correlation for unimodular and bimodular graphite, and studies on composites and functionally graded materials. He has secured research funding, filed patents, led collaborative proposals, and mentors students in interdisciplinary projects aimed at energy, defense, and structural-integrity applications. Overall, his work advances computational mechanics and material reliability with practical engineering impact and ongoing scholarly growth.

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Featured Publications

Bhushan, A., & Panda, S. K. (2018). Experimental and computational correlation of fracture parameters KIc, JIc, and GIc for unimodular and bimodular graphite components. Journal of Nuclear Materials, 503, 205–225.

Kumar, H., Tengli, P. N., Mishra, V. K., Tripathi, P., Bhushan, A., & Mishra, P. K. (2017). The effect of reduced graphene oxide on the catalytic activity of Cu–Cr–O–TiO₂ to enhance the thermal decomposition rate of ammonium perchlorate: An efficient fuel oxidizer. RSC Advances, 7(58), 36594–36604.

Bhushan, A., Panda, S. K., Khan, D., Ojha, A., Chattopadhyay, K., & Kushwaha, H. S. (2016). Weibull effective volumes, surfaces, and strength scaling for cylindrical flexure specimens having bi-modularity. Journal of Testing and Evaluation, 44(5), 1978–1997.

Ram, S. C., Chattopadhyay, K., & Bhushan, A. (2023). A literature review on Al–Si alloy matrix based in situ Al–Mg₂Si FG-composites: Synthesis, microstructure features, and mechanical characteristics. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part C: Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science.

Suman, S., Yadav, A. M., Tomar, N., & Bhushan, A. (2020). Combustion characteristics and behaviour of agricultural biomass: A short review. Renewable Energy – Technologies and Applications.

Suman, S., Yadav, A. M., Bhushan, A., Bhaskara Rao, L., & Rajak, D. K. (2022). Substitution of coking coal with biochar for thermal and metallurgical utilisation. International Journal of Sustainable Energy, 41(11), 1778–1794.*

Prof. Adel Asheri | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Adel Asheri | Best Researcher Award

National Research Centre | Egypt

Professor Adel Ashery is a distinguished physicist and head of the Department of Solid State Physics at the National Research Center (NRC), Cairo, Egypt. He earned his Ph.D. in Physics from the Leningrad Institute of Electronic Engineering (Russia) in 1990, following a B.Sc. in Physics from Cairo University (1982) and a Science Diploma from Russia (1987). With an extensive academic and research career, Professor Ashery has made significant contributions to the fields of solid-state physics, semiconductor devices, and thin-film technology. His research primarily focuses on the preparation and characterization of single-crystal devices and thin films using advanced techniques such as liquid phase epitaxy, electrochemical ionization, sol-gel methods, photolithography, and chemical vapor deposition. He has authored over 89 scientific publications, accumulating 996 citations and an h-index of 17, demonstrating his impactful scholarship. His recent works explore interfacial engineering, dielectric tunability, and optoelectronic properties of novel heterojunction structures, contributing to advancements in resistive memory, RRAM, and high-κ electronics. Professor Ashery’s dedication to experimental innovation and material development has positioned him as a leading researcher in condensed matter and electronic materials science, continuing to inspire progress in semiconductor device engineering.

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Featured Publications

Ashery, A. (2025). Interfacial engineering and dielectric tunability in Ag/Al/SiO₂/n-Si/Ag heterostructures: Novel insights for resistive memory and high-κ electronics. Physica B: Condensed Matter, 417758.

Ashery, A. (2025). Ag/MWCNTs-PVA composite/n-Si/Ag exhibits a novel combination of high electrical conductance and tunable capacitance in magnitude and sign. ECS Journal of Solid State Science and Technology.

Ashery, A., Gaballah, A. E. H., Elmoghazy, E., & Kabatas, M. A. B. M. (2025). Investigation of the optoelectronic properties of a novel polypyrrole–multi-well carbon nanotubes/titanium oxide/aluminum oxide/p-silicon heterojunction. Nanotechnology Reviews, 14(1), 20250174.

Ashery, A., Gaballah, A. E. H., Elnasharty, M. M. M., & Kabatas, M. A. B. M. (2024). Dielectric properties of epitaxially grown lattice-mismatched GaAs/p-Si heterojunction diode. iScience, 27(9).

Ashery, A., Gaballah, A. E. H., Turky, G. M., & Basyooni-Murat Kabatas, M. A. (2024). Gel-based PVA/SiO₂/p-Si heterojunction for electronic device applications. Gels, 10(8), 537.

Ashery, A., Gaballah, A. E. H., & Farag, A. A. M. (2024). Optical characterization of high-quality spin-coated PVA nanostructured films for photo-sensing application. Physica B: Condensed Matter, 687, 416088.