Assoc. Prof. Dr. M. Abdul | Research Excellence Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. M. Abdul | Research Excellence Award

Quanzhou University of Information Engineering | China

Muhammad Abdul is a researcher specializing in boson sampling, machine learning, ultracold atoms, high-resolution imaging systems, quantum technology involving surface acoustic waves, quantum phase transitions, nonlinear dynamical systems, and the invention of new materials. He earned his PhD from the University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, where he worked on ultracold atoms in optical lattices, nonlinear optics, photonic devices, quantum networks, and boson sampling. He previously completed an M.Phil in Electronics at Quaid-i-Azam University. His professional experience includes serving as a Researcher at the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China; Assistant Professor at Sichuan University; Research Associate at Quaid-i-Azam University; Visiting Faculty at the Federal Urdu University; Lecturer at St. Mary College and the Punjab Group of Colleges; and High School Science Teacher at Down High School Mailsi. His research activities span mathematical modeling of nonlinear systems, materials development, and improvements in medication, supported in part by funding for developing a general dynamical model. He has contributed extensively to peer review across major journals and continues to advance interdisciplinary science across China, the United States, and the United Kingdom through research, teaching, and collaboration.

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Featured Publications

Abdul, M., Ko, C., Ismail, M. A., Ben Khalifa, S., Alsaif, N. A. M., Chebaane, S., Akbar, J., & Allakhverdiev, S. I. (2026). Development of rare earth metal-supported manganese selenide (MnSe₂-Nd₂O₃) heterostructure enabling robust hydrogen evolution reaction. Fuel. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fuel.2025.136948

Abdul, M., Zhang, M., Ma, T., Alotaibi, N. H., Mohammad, S., & Luo, Y.-S. (2025). Facile synthesis of Co₃Te₄–Fe₃C for efficient overall water-splitting in an alkaline medium. Nanoscale Advances. https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NA00930D

Abdul, M., Kuo, C.-T., Ismail, M. A., Ben Khalifa, S., Alsaif, N. A. M., Chebaane, S., Shareef, M., & Shehzadi, A. (2025). Facile synthesis of novel WO₃·H₂O@Al-MOF nanocomposite for enhanced electrocatalytic hydrogen and oxygen evolution. Electrochimica Acta. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.electacta.2025.147714

Sardar, S., Nazeer, S., Naeem, F., Ben Khalifa, S., Chebaane, S., Saidani, T., Ismail, M. A., & Abdul, M. (2025). Se-decorated TiC/TiO₂ nanocomposite for overall water-splitting in alkaline medium. Fuel. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fuel.2025.135672

Abdul, M., Ko, C., Tang, X., Ben Khalifa, S., Alsaif, N. A. M., Chebaane, S., & Akbar, J. (2025). S-scheme MnO₂–MnS₂@C heterostructure for environmental and biological applications. Ceramics International. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ceramint.2025.09.284

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

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.

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

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

Prof. Afzal S. M. | Best Researcher Award

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.*

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ying Tang | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ying Tang | Best Researcher Award

Shenzhen Technology University | China

Dr. Ying Tang is an Assistant Professor at Shenzhen Technology University in the College of Integrated Circuits and Optoelectronic Chips, appointed in March 2024. She earned her Ph.D. in Opto-electronics Information Science and Engineering from South China University of Technology in 2022 and conducted research at the National Laboratory of Solid State Microstructures and the Collaborative Innovation Center of Advanced Microstructures. Her research expertise spans semiconductor optics, single-particle spectroscopy, ultrafast spectroscopy, exciton dynamics, and quantum photonics, with particular focus on perovskite and CdSe/CdS nanocrystals. Dr. Tang has authored 10 high-impact publications with over 526 citations and an h-index of 9, addressing topics such as exciton fine structures, multiexciton emission, electric-field modulation, and low-threshold lasing in nanostructures. Her contributions advance the understanding and control of optical properties in nanoscale materials, bridging fundamental physics with practical optoelectronic applications. She is recognized for pioneering studies in quantum photonics and high-performance nanomaterials, establishing herself as an emerging leader in the field.

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Featured Publications

Tang, Y., Qin, Q., Yang, H., Feng, S., Zhang, C., Zhang, J., Xiao, M., & Wang, X. (2022). Electrical control of biexciton Auger recombination in single CdSe/CdS nanocrystals. Nanoscale.

Zhang, L., Yang, H., Tang, Y., Xiang, W., Wang, C., Xu, T., Wang, X., Xiao, M., & Zhang, J. (2022). High-performance CdSe/CdS@ZnO quantum dots enabled by ZnO sol as surface ligands: A novel strategy for improved optical properties and stability. Chemical Engineering Journal.

Tang, Y., Yin, C., Jing, Q., Zhang, C., Yu, Z.-G., Lu, Z., Xiao, M., & Wang, X. (2022). Quantized exciton motion and fine energy-level structure of a single perovskite nanowire. Nano Letters.

Hu, J., Bi, C., Zhang, X., Lu, Y., Zhou, W., Zheng, Z., Tang, Y., Lu, F., Yao, Z., & Tian, B. (2022). Yellow-light emitted single halide CsPbI3 nanowire. Applied Materials Today.

Yang, H., Zhang, L., Tang, Y., Xiang, W., Wang, X., Xiao, M., Cui, Y., & Zhang, J. (2021). Enhanced multiexciton emission property in gradient alloy core/shell CdZnSeS/ZnS quantum dots: Balance between surface passivation and strain-induced lattice defect. The Journal of Physical Chemistry C.

Mr. Weijiang Xu | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Weijiang Xu | Best Researcher Award

Guilin University of Electronic Technology | China

Dr. Weijiang Xu is a Lecturer at the School of Optoelectronic Engineering, Guilin University of Electronic Technology. He earned his Doctor of Science (2024) and Master of Science (2018) in Physics from Harbin Institute of Technology, following his Bachelor’s degree from Lingnan Normal University in 2016. His research centers on optical fiber sensors, quantum dot photonics, and upconversion luminescence for multifunctional sensing applications. Dr. Xu has authored 17 scientific documents with over 120 citations and maintains an h-index of 8, reflecting his growing influence in the field of optical materials and photonic sensing. His representative works, published in leading journals such as Optics Express, Optics Letters, Journal of Lightwave Technology, and Optics Communications, explore innovative fiber-based devices for temperature, curvature, and flow sensing. He has also contributed to the development of several patented optical fiber sensing technologies in China. Dr. Xu’s recent advancements include bubble-tunable and calibration-free optical fiber sensors employing quantum dots-filled liquid cores. His research continues to bridge nanomaterials with optical engineering for advanced environmental and biomedical sensing. With a record of impactful publications and technological innovation, Dr. Xu is emerging as a promising scholar in the field of optoelectronic sensing.

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Featured Publications

Xu, W., Li, Y., Shang, J., Wang, Y., Hou, L., Liu, Y., & Qu, S. (2022). Optical fiber sensor based on upconversion luminescence for synchronous temperature and curvature sensing. Optics Express, 30(18), 33136–33136.

Xu, W., Qu, J., Liu, Y., Bai, J., Li, Y., & Qu, S. (2023). Optical fiber inclinometer with dynamically controllable excitation length of quantum dots liquid-core waveguide based on a photo-controlled bubble. Optics Letters, 48(6), 1403–1406.

Xu, W., Qu, J., Liu, Y., Bai, J., Li, Y., & Qu, S. (2023). A calibration-free fiber sensor based on CdZnSe/ZnSe/ZnS quantum dots for real-time monitoring of human thermal activities. Measurement, 206, 112315.

Xu, W., Liu, Y., Li, Y., & Qu, S. (2024). Horizontal clinometer based on a movable bubble in the arc-shaped quantum dots liquid cavity. Journal of Lightwave Technology, 42(6), 2193–2199.

Qu, J., Zhang, Y., Ling, M., & Xu, W.* (2025). Heat-typed fiber liquid flow sensor with wide sensing range and high sensitivity. Journal of Lightwave Technology, 43(1), 369–375.