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.

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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. Jean-Patrick Connerade | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Jean-Patrick Connerade | Best Researcher Award

Imperial College London | United Kingdom

Jean-Patrick Connerade is an Emeritus Professor of Physics at Imperial College London and a distinguished member of the European Academy of Sciences, Arts and Letters (EASAL) in Paris. He holds a Doctor of Science (D.Sc.) degree from the University of London and has made pioneering contributions to atomic and molecular physics, particularly in the study of quantum confinement, atomic structure, and resonances in confined atoms and ions. Over his illustrious career, Professor Connerade has published more than 213 scientific documents, amassing 4,363 citations and achieving an impressive h-index of 30, reflecting his enduring impact on the global scientific community. His notable works include “The Arrow of Time in Quantum Theory” (2025), “The Atom at the Heart of Physics” (2023), and studies on C₆₀ spin-charging and confinement resonances. A prolific author and thought leader, he has contributed extensively to understanding the fundamental behavior of atoms under confinement and the crossover between simple and complex quantum systems. Recognized internationally for his scholarship, Professor Connerade continues to inspire physicists worldwide through his deep insights into atomic theory and his leadership in advancing interdisciplinary research in quantum and optical physics.

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Featured Publications

Connerade, J. P. (2025). The arrow of time in quantum theory. Atoms, 13(11), 86. https://doi.org/10.3390/atoms13110086

Connerade, J. P. (2023). The atom at the heart of physics. Atoms.

Connerade, J. P. (2021). A new angle on resonances in confined atoms and ions. Physica Scripta.

Connerade, J. P. (2018). On the perturbation of the 6snd 1,3D₂ series by the 5d7d 1D₂ state of barium. Laser Physics.

Connerade, J. P. (2015). C₆₀ spin-charging with an eye on a quantum computer. Journal of Physics B: Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics.

Connerade, J. P. (2010). Initial considerations on the relationship between the optical absorption and the thermal conductivity in dielectrics. Journal of Physics D: Applied Physics.

Dr. Xiansheng Tang | Young Researcher Award

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Dr. Xiansheng Tang | Young Researcher Award

Laser Institute, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences) | China

Xiansheng Tang is an assistant researcher with a Ph.D., serving as a master’s degree supervisor and recognised as a key scientific researcher of the Shandong Province International Top Scientist Studio as well as a candidate academic leader in the field of optoelectronic semiconductor devices at the Laser Institute. He has presided over a youth project of the Provincial Natural Science Fund, a major basic research project in Shandong Province, and taken part in a key R&D plan of the Ministry of Science and Technology, a major innovation project in Shandong Province, and the “Jinan University 20-Item Project”. Tang’s research focuses on the preparation of optoelectronic semiconductor materials and devices, and he has published more than 20 SCI papers, of which 12 were as first author or corresponding author, and participated in the filing of more than 30 invention patents, of which 16 have been authorised. His recent works include studies on quantum confinement of photo-generated carriers in quantum wells (IEEE Photonics Journal, 2023) and improving solar-cell performance under non-perpendicular incidence by photonic crystals (IEEE Photonics Journal, 2021) as well as stripping GaN/InGaN epitaxial films and fabricating vertical GaN-based LEDs (Vacuum, 2021). According to publicly available profile information his publications tally over 20 (ResearchGate lists ~24) with citations in the low thousands. While the exact h-index is not clearly reported in a reliable database, his citation metrics suggest emerging influence in the field of semiconductor optoelectronics. His current appointment and project leadership indicate strong institutional recognition, and his work contributes to advancing high-performance optoelectronic device technologies, with implications for LEDs, solar cells, and III-V semiconductors. Tang continues to drive innovation in semiconductor materials and device architectures, positioning him as an up-and-coming scholar in optoelectronic semiconductor research.

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Featured Publications

 Ding, D., Liu, W., Guo, J., Tan, X., Zhang, W., Han, L., Wang, Z., Gong, W., & Tang, X. (2023). Study on the quantum confinement of photo-generated carriers in quantum wells. IEEE Photonics Journal, 15(3), 1–8. https://doi.org/10.1109/JPHOT.2023.3269082

 Tang, X., Ma, Z., Wang, W., Deng, Z., Jiang, Y., Wang, W., Chen, H., Zhang, N., Huang, K., Du, C., et al. (2021). Improving the performance of solar cells under non-perpendicular incidence by photonic crystal. IEEE Photonics Journal, 13(4), 1–8. https://doi.org/10.1109/JPHOT.2021.3097070

 Tang, X., Ma, Z., Han, L., Deng, Z., Jiang, Y., Wang, W., Chen, H., Du, C., & Jia, H. (2021). Stripping GaN/InGaN epitaxial films and fabricating vertical GaN-based light-emitting diodes. Vacuum, 189, 110160. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.vacuum.2021.110160

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.