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Dr. Sacha Cavelier | Material Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Sacha Cavelier | Queensland University of Technology | Austria

Dr. Sacha Cavelier is a mechanical engineer and postdoctoral researcher at the Queensland University of Technology (QUT), specializing in advanced biomaterials, bone tissue engineering, and biomechanical characterization. Graduating as a biomedical-focused engineer from the École des Mines de Saint-Étienne (France), he advanced his research career through a Master’s and PhD in Mechanical Engineering at McGill University (Canada). His doctoral work introduced innovative strategies for next-generation bone graft materials, including multilayered titanium–calcium sulfate composites with superior strength, biocompatibility, and biodegradability, and led to multiple high-impact publications and patents. With more than seven years dedicated to developing ceramic-titanium bone graft composites, Dr. Cavelier has become a recognized expert in toughened biomaterials and bone regeneration. He further expanded his expertise during his postdoctoral fellowship at Ohio University, where he developed mineralized collagen scaffolds, supervised graduate students, and contributed to grant writing. At the University of Adelaide, he served as a visiting researcher, investigating the mechanical properties of human dura mater and pericranium. Currently at QUT’s ARC Centre for Cell & Tissue Engineering Technologies, Dr. Cavelier leads research on cartilage characterization, antibacterial coatings, and intramedullary implant technologies, including in vivo efficacy studies. He supervises PhD students, contributes to collaborative research programs, and continues to publish in leading journals such as Advanced Materials, Nanomaterials, Bioactive Materials, and Journal of the Mechanical Behavior of Biomedical Materials. Dr. Cavelier’s technical skillset spans additive manufacturing, finite-element modeling, biochemistry, mechanical testing, microscopy, and high-precision fabrication.

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Yu, L., Cavelier, S., Hannon, B., & Wei, M. (2023). Recent development in multizonal scaffolds for osteochondral regeneration. Bioactive Materials, 25, 122–159.

Cavelier, S., Dastjerdi, A. K., McKee, M. D., & Barthelat, F. (2018). Bone toughness at the molecular scale: A model for fracture toughness using crosslinked osteopontin on synthetic and biogenic mineral substrates. Bone, 110, 304–311.

Cavelier, S., Mirmohammadi, S. A., & Barthelat, F. (2021). Titanium mesh-reinforced calcium sulfate for structural bone grafts. Journal of the Mechanical Behavior of Biomedical Materials, 118, 104461.

Cavelier, S., Quarrington, R. D., & Jones, C. F. (2022). Mechanical properties of porcine spinal dura mater and pericranium. Journal of the Mechanical Behavior of Biomedical Materials, 126, 105056.

Cavelier, S., Quarrington, R. D., & Jones, C. F. (2022). Tensile properties of human spinal dura mater and pericranium. Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Medicine, 34(1), Article 4.

Cavelier, S., Tanzer, M., & Barthelat, F. (2020). Maximizing the strength of calcium sulfate for structural bone grafts. Journal of Biomedical Materials Research Part A, 108(4), 963–971.

Zhixue Tian | Material Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Zhixue Tian | Material Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Zhixue Tian | Hebei Normal University | China

Dr. Zhixue Tian is an Associate Professor at the College of Physics and Information Engineering, Hebei Normal University, China. His research centers on first-principles calculations of material surfaces and interfaces, with a strong focus on understanding catalytic mechanisms, segregation behavior, and electronic and magnetic properties in complex systems. He earned his Ph.D. in Materials Physics and Chemistry from the University of Science and Technology Beijing, where he studied grain boundary embrittlement in metals using first-principles methods. He later conducted advanced research at Osaka University and Kyoto University in Japan under the guidance of Prof. Yoshitada Morikawa, investigating the segregation behavior of precious metals at perovskite surfaces. Dr. Tian has contributed extensively to computational materials science, employing methods such as Density Functional Theory with codes like VASP, STATE, QuantumEspresso, WIEN2K, and CASTEP. His studies have advanced understanding in fields such as surface chemistry, heterostructure interfaces, and catalytic processes, with numerous publications in high-impact journals including Applied Surface Science, Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics, Nano Letters, and ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces. In addition to his research, he teaches Solid State Physics and is proficient in Unix and Windows systems as well as FORTRAN programming, bringing both theoretical and computational expertise to his academic and scientific endeavors.

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Muhammad Sarfraz | Material Science | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Muhammad Sarfraz | Material Science | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Muhammad Sarfraz | University of Engeineering and Technology | Pakistan

Dr. Muhammad Sarfraz, PhD, is an accomplished Associate Professor in the Department of Polymer and Process Engineering at the University of Engineering and Technology (UET), Lahore. He brings extensive expertise in membrane technology, polymer processing, and sustainable separation systems, with a strong focus on solutions addressing global challenges such as carbon capture, water purification, and energy-efficient processes. With academic training spanning B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. in Chemical and Polymer Engineering—including doctoral research at King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KSA)—Dr. Sarfraz has built a prolific research portfolio. His scholarly impact is reflected in 155 citations across 126 documents, 22 publications, and an h-index of 8. His contributions include high-impact publications, competitive national research grants, and the supervision of multiple postgraduate theses, alongside significant efforts in laboratory establishment and curriculum development at UET. As In-charge of the Membrane Research Lab at UET, he continues to drive innovation in advanced materials and separation technologies. Beyond research, Dr. Sarfraz plays an active role in the global scientific community as a reviewer, editorial board member, and academic council contributor, making him a recognized leader in his field.

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Featured Publications

Shahzadi, K., Sarfraz, M., Alomar, M., Al Huwayz, M., Riaz, A., Mujtaba, M. A., Bashir, M. N., & Petrů, J. (2025, November). Zn-Co nanoferrites incorporated polysulfone nanofiltration membranes for wastewater treatment. Polymer Testing, 126, 108993.

Nawaz, S., Sarfraz, M., Alomar, M., Al Huwayz, M., & AlMohamadi, H. (2025, August). Antifouling polyethersulfone-based interfacial polymerization membranes for water treatment applications. Journal of Polymer Research, 32, 4528.

Riaz, A., Wu, C., Li, X., Sarfraz, M., Sun, L., Liu, L., Song, Y., & Ma, X. (2025, June). Huge improved gas separation performance of carbon molecular sieve membranes by incorporating polyimide COF into a linear polyimide precursor. Journal of Membrane Science, 714, 124103.

Sabir, A., Alomar, M., Sarfraz, M., & Yasmeen, F. (2025, June 15). Modulating membrane performance by optimizing coagulation temperature and dipping time. Journal of Applied Polymer Science, 142, e56998.

Khan, H. A. A., Sarfraz, M., Gouadria, S., Al-Harbi, F. F., & Shahzadi, K. (2025, May 15). Enhancing carbon capture efficacy of titania-doped polyethersulfone membranes. Arabian Journal for Science and Engineering, 50, 10263.

Alomar, M., Nawaz, S., Sarfraz, M., & Sabir, A. (2025, March). Genipin nanoparticles-doped reduced graphene oxide membranes: A promising solution for arsenic ion removal from wastewater. Arabian Journal for Science and Engineering, 50, 9634.

Sarfraz, M., Alomar, M., Ma, X., & Riaz, A. (2024). Ameliorating carbon capture efficiency of polysulfone membranes via collegial incorporation of zeolite imidazole frameworks and carbon nanotubes. Journal of Applied Polymer Science, 141, e55707.

Tahir, Z., Alomar, M., Sarfraz, M., Waheed, A., & Ayub, H. M. U. (2024). Carbon capturing composite membranes comprising Cu-MOF and PIM-1. Journal of Applied Polymer Science, 141, e55709.

Sagar, S., Riaz, A., Hasanain, B., Bahadar, A., & Sarfraz, M. (2024). Deportment tuning of polymeric gas separation membranes: ZIF-L/PES nanocomposite. Arabian Journal for Science and Engineering, 49, 8522.

Sarfraz, M., Ayyaz, M., Rauf, A., Yaqoob, A., Ali, M. A., Siddique, S. A., Qureshi, A. M., Sarfraz, M. H., Aljowaie, R. M., & Almutairi, S. M. (2024). New pyrimidinone bearing aminomethylenes and Schiff bases as potent antioxidant, antibacterial, SARS-CoV-2, and COVID-19 main protease Mpro inhibitors: Design, synthesis, bioactivities, and computational studies. ACS Omega, 9(1), 9393–

Khalid, J., Tariq, Z., Sarfraz, M., Mahmoud, K. H., & Abid, N. (2024). Pilot scale trialing of multi-leaf spiral-wound polymer membrane modules for efficient carbon capture. Arabian Journal for Science and Engineering, 49, 8809.

Satyanarayana | Material Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. G.R. Satyanarayana | Material Science | Best Researcher Award

Sir C R Reddy College | Eluru | India

Dr. G. R. Satyanarayana is an accomplished Professor of Chemistry and Director of the Research Development Cell at Sir C.R. Reddy College (Autonomous), Eluru. With more than two decades of postgraduate teaching and research experience, he has built a strong reputation as a scholar, mentor, and innovator. His academic journey, spanning M.Sc., M.Phil., Ph.D., and MDCA qualifications, reflects his deep commitment to both science and technology. Over the years, he has made significant contributions in physical chemistry, nanomaterials, organic synthesis, molecular interactions, and analytical method development. His pioneering work in drug analysis using HPLC-MS and LCMS/MS has added value to pharmaceutical and bioanalytical research. He has published 9 documents, accumulating 28 citations and achieving an h-index of 2, contributing valuable insights to chemistry and interdisciplinary sciences. Alongside his publications, he has successfully registered or been granted six patents in India and the U.K., covering innovations in nanostructured sensors, catalysts, perovskite solar cells, green synthesis methods, and advanced capacitors. His ability to merge theoretical knowledge with practical applications demonstrates his strength in translational research. Beyond research, Dr. Satyanarayana has actively participated in 37 national and international conferences, seminars, workshops, and faculty development programmes, enriching both his own knowledge and that of the wider academic community. He has successfully completed seven funded minor research projects, showcasing his leadership in project execution and resource management. His role as a mentor has inspired countless students to pursue careers in research, while his collaborative approach has strengthened institutional research culture.

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Featured Publications

“Probing the intermolecular interactions in the binary liquid mixtures of o-chlorophenol with alkoxyethanols through ultrasonic, transport and FT-IR spectroscopic studies”

“Viscometric study of molecular interactions in dimethyl carbonate + n-alkoxyethanol mixtures at different temperatures”

“Theories of ultrasonic velocities and their application in binary liquid mixtures of o-chlorophenol with some aliphatic esters at different temperatures”

“Theoretical Velocities and Viscosities of Binary Mixtures of Diethyl Malonate with Alkoxy Alkanols”

“Steric and electronic effects to interpret non-covalent interactions in binary mixtures of dimethyl carbonate and isomeric cresols through thermophysical, acoustic and …”

“Evaluation and comparative study of theoretical ultrasonic velocities in binary liquid mixtures of o-chloro phenol with alkoxyethanols at different temperatures and atmospheric pressure”

“The study of intermolecular interactions in [Bmim][PF6] + 1-octyl-2-pyrrolidone binary mixtures from volumetric, acoustic, optical and spectroscopic measurements”

“Thermo-Physical Studies on Molecular Interactions in Liquid Binaries of Diethyl Malonate with Isomeric Xylenes at Different Temperatures”

“A Comparative Analysis of Ultra Sound Velocity in Binary Mixtures of Diethyl Malonate with Branched Alkanols by Theoretical and Experimental Methods”