M. Mottakin | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. M. Mottakin | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

Assist. Prof. Dr M. Mottakin | Gopalganj Science and Technology University, Bangladesh | Bangladesh

Dr. Mottakin is an accomplished Assistant Professor in the Department of Applied Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at Gopalganj Science and Technology University, Bangladesh, with a strong focus on advancing research and education in chemical sciences. His career is driven by a commitment to innovation and knowledge creation, aiming to develop practical solutions that address both national and global challenges. He holds a PhD in Solar Energy from the National University of Malaysia, building on a solid academic foundation with a Master’s and Bachelor’s degree in Applied Chemistry and Chemical Technology from the University of Rajshahi. Throughout his academic journey, he has consistently excelled, earning top positions in his department and demonstrating exceptional scholarly performance. Dr. Mottakin has contributed extensively to high-impact research in areas including solar energy, electrocatalysis, energy storage, and environmentally sustainable chemical processes. He has authored numerous publications in internationally recognized journals, covering topics such as perovskite solar cells, water splitting electrocatalysts, and eco-friendly energy materials. His research combines experimental and numerical approaches, emphasizing both innovation and practical applicability. In addition to his research, Dr. Mottakin actively participates in national and international conferences, sharing his expertise and fostering collaborations. He has received multiple awards and scholarships in recognition of his academic excellence and research contributions. He is fluent in both English and Bangla and demonstrates a strong ability to communicate complex scientific concepts effectively. Dr. Mottakin’s professional philosophy centers on integrating teaching, research, and community engagement, mentoring the next generation of scientists while contributing to sustainable technological advancements. With a proven track record in research, teaching, and international collaboration, Dr. Mottakin continues to drive innovation in applied chemistry and chemical engineering, aiming to create impactful solutions that benefit society and the scientific community.

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Featured Publications

Patwary, M. A., Shafin, A. A., Alam, M. M., Singh Durjoy, R. K., Ludin, N. A., Su’ait, M. S., Akhtaruzzaman, M., & Mottakin, M. (2025). Optoelectronic properties and device simulation of ZnS polymorphs as buffer layers for CZTSSe solar cells. RSC Advances. https://doi.org/10.1039/D5RA07195J

Sultana, S., Sonia, Z. A., Mahmud, M., Mottakin, M., Haider, J. B., Ahmed, S., & Hossen, M. M. (2024). An investigation of cellulose, hemicellulose and lignin co-extraction from water hyacinth. Advanced Journal of Chemistry, Section A. https://doi.org/10.48309/ajca.2024.412642.1402

Mottakin, M., Su’Ait, M. S., Chelvanathan, P., Islam, M. A., Shahiduzzaman, M., Ibrahim, M. A., Muhammad, G., & Akhtaruzzaman, M. (2024). Correlation between defect properties and the performance of eco-friendly CsSnI₃-based perovskite solar cells. Semiconductor Science and Technology. https://doi.org/10.1088/1361-6641/ad208b

Mottakin, M., Su’ait, M. S., Selvanathan, V., Chelvanathan, P., Ibrahim, M. A., & Akhtaruzzaman, M. (2024). Effect of sulfidation on ethaline-assisted electrodeposited iron sulfide-based electrocatalyst for efficient saline water splitting. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhydene.2024.06.181

Mottakin, M., Selvanathan, V., Su’ait, M. S., Razali, S. A., Islam, M. A., Ibrahim, M. A., Muhammad, G., & Akhtaruzzaman, M. (2024). Enhancing pseudocapacitive energy storage system performance with electrodeposited CuSₓ and CoSₓ biphasic transitional metal sulfide (TMS) based nanostructured electrode on nickel foam. Journal of Physics and Chemistry of Solids, 186, 111795. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jpcs.2023.111795

Mottakin, M., Su’ait, M. S., Chelvanathan, P., Ibrahim, M. A., Ludin, N. A., Abdullah, H., Almohamadi, H., & Akhtaruzzaman, M. (2024). Facile electrodeposited sandwich-like CuSₓ/MnSₓ electrocatalyst for efficient hydrogen evolution in seawater splitting. Journal of Solid State Chemistry, 339, 124913. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jssc.2024.124913

Gabriele Sirtori | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Gabriele Sirtori | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Gabriele Sirtori | ISAE Supaero | France

Gabriele Sirtori is an aerospace engineer and researcher specializing in sustainable aviation, hydrogen-powered aircraft design, and environmentally optimized flight operations. With advanced academic training culminating in a research doctorate in aerospace engineering from Politecnico di Milano, his work focuses on the integration of emerging propulsion technologies, environmental impact assessment, and the future evolution of air transport systems. His doctoral research explored hydrogen-powered aviation with an emphasis on aircraft design innovation and operational scenario development, earning top academic recognition. He also holds a master’s degree in aeronautical engineering with a thesis dedicated to evaluating the environmental benefits of hybrid propulsion for regional aircraft. International academic exposure includes studies at ENAC in Toulouse and an early exchange program in the United States, strengthening his multicultural competence and broadening his understanding of global aviation ecosystems. Gabriele currently serves as a postdoctoral researcher at ISAE Supaero in Toulouse, contributing to studies on air traffic management inefficiencies and assessing mitigation strategies to reduce climate impacts through optimized flight operations. His experience also includes leadership and community engagement through active roles in Rotaract, where he served as vice president and contributed to social and service-oriented initiatives. He has authored numerous scientific publications spanning hydrogen propulsion, hybrid-electric aircraft concepts, environmental benefits of advanced technologies, and infrastructure requirements for future sustainable fleets. His work appears in peer-reviewed journals, major international conferences, and multidisciplinary aerospace research platforms. Gabriele’s technical competencies include advanced programming in MATLAB and Python, strong proficiency in word processing and scientific documentation tools, and solid analytical abilities in data handling and modeling. He is fluent in English and French, with additional proficiency in Spanish, enabling effective collaboration in international research environments. Driven by a commitment to sustainable aviation, he aims to contribute to the transition toward cleaner, more efficient air transport through rigorous research, innovative design methodologies, and future-oriented technological analysis.

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Featured Publications

Aigner, B., Garcia Garriga, A., Sirtori, G., Riboldi, C. E. D., Trainelli, L., Mariani, C., … (2022). Overview and preliminary results of the scalability investigation of hybrid electric concepts for next-generation aircraft (SIENA) project. In 12th EASN Conference.

Trainelli, L., Riboldi, C. E. D., & Sirtori, G. (2024). Methodologies for the preliminary sizing of hydrogen-powered aircraft and supporting airport infrastructures. ICAS Proceedings, 1–12.

Aigner, B., Wehrle, E., Struiwig, W., Sirtori, G., Riboldi, C., & Trainelli, L. (2023). Consideration of technology scalability in the design of electric propulsion system architectures. In Aerospace Europe Conference 2023—Joint 10th EUCASS–9th CEAS Conference (pp. 1–11).

Sirtori, G., Aigner, B., Wehrle, E., Riboldi, C. E. D., & Trainelli, L. (2025). Innovative aircraft propulsive configurations: Technology evaluation and operations in the SIENA project. Aerospace, 12(3), 240.

Sirtori, G., Trainelli, L., & Lahmam, Z. (2024). Hydrogen tankering: Tools for economic and environmental impact scenario studies. ICAS Proceedings, 1–13.

Sirtori, G., & Trainelli, L. (2025). Transient in operations: From jet-fuel to hydrogen-powered aircraft. In Towards Sustainable Aviation Summit (TSAS 2025) (pp. 1–8).

Sirtori, G., Trainelli, L., & Riboldi, C. E. D. (2024). Prediction of environmental benefits introducing hybrid-electric propulsion on regional aircraft. Journal of Physics: Conference Series, 2716(1), 012015.

Sergey Pulinets | Scientific Breakthroughs | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Sergey Pulinets | Scientific Breakthroughs | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Sergey Pulinets | Space Research Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences (RAS) | Russia

Prof. Sergey A. Pulinets is a leading geophysicist and space plasma physicist  in the fields of space plasma physics, ionospheric physics, and geophysics. A graduate of the Faculty of Physics at Lomonosov Moscow State University , he has held major scientific and administrative positions at IZMIRAN, the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), and the Institute of Applied Geophysics, before joining the Space Research Institute (IKI RAS) in 2009 as Chief Research Scientist. Prof. Pulinets is internationally recognized for his pioneering studies on ionization processes and their effects on the atmosphere, leading to the development of a comprehensive Lithosphere–Atmosphere–Ionosphere coupling model, widely used today for short-term earthquake precursor monitoring. He has led and participated in numerous space experiments aboard Soviet and Russian satellites and currently serves as the chief designer of the LAERT ionosonde-radar, part of the “Ionosonde-2025” satellite constellation under the Russian Federal Space Program. He has authored over 192 scientific publications, which have garnered 6,824 citations across 2,736 documents, with an h-index of 38 (Scopus). His work integrates multidisciplinary approaches to earthquake forecasting, as reflected in his monographs with Springer, AGU/Wiley, and IOP Publishing. Prof. Pulinets is a member of COSPAR, URSI, EMSEV, and the International Academy of Astronautics (IAA) and serves as an editor for MDPI Atmosphere and the RAS journal Geomagnetism and Aeronomy. He has reviewed for more than 30 international journals including JGR, Radio Science, and Natural Hazards. His scientific achievements have been recognized with VDNKh Bronze and Silver Medals, the Korolev Medal, and numerous honors from the Russian Federation of Cosmonautics. Holding 10 patents and one scientific discovery, Prof. Pulinets stands among the top 25 most-cited Russian scientists in geophysics.

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Featured Publications 

Ouzounov, D., Inan, S., Kalenda, P., Neumann, L., Pulinets, S., Liu, J.-Y., Shen, X., Yan, R., Rušajová, J., Kafatos, M. C., et al. (2025, January 20). Multi-parameter study of the pre-earthquake phase associated with the Kahramanmaraş sequence in Türkiye on February 6th, 2023. EGUsphere Preprint. https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu24-6407

Smirnov, S., Pulinets, S., & Bychkov, V. (2024, December 9). Some effects of the Shiveluch Volcano eruption of 10 April 2023 on atmospheric electricity and the ionosphere. Atmosphere, 15(12), 1467. https://doi.org/10.3390/atmos15121467

Pulinets, S., & Velasco Herrera, V. M. (2024, August 5). Earthquake precursors: The physics, identification, and application. Geosciences, 14(8), 209. https://doi.org/10.3390/geosciences14080209

Pulinets, S., Mironova, I., Miklyaev, P., Petrova, T., Shitov, A., & Karagodin, A. (2024, January 27). Radon variability as a result of interaction with the environment. Atmosphere, 15(2), 167. https://doi.org/10.3390/atmos15020167

Pulinets, S. A. (2024, January 22). Physical bases of the short-term forecast of earthquakes. Astronomical and Astrophysical Transactions, 1476-3540. https://doi.org/10.17184/eac.8366

Liu, J.-Y. T., Shen, X., Chang, F.-Y., Chen, Y.-I., Sun, Y.-Y., Chen, C.-H., Pulinets, S., Hattori, K., Ouzounov, D., Tramutoli, V., et al. (2024, January 20). Spatial analyses on pre-earthquake ionospheric anomalies and magnetic storms observed by China seismo-electromagnetic satellite in August 2018. Geoscience Letters, 11(1), 20. https://doi.org/10.1186/s40562-024-00320-2

Grimalsky, V., Kotsarenko, A., Yutsis, V., Pulinets, S., & Del Razo Gonzalez, A. (2023, December 29). New insights into the simulations of electric currents for discharges and ULF magnetic-field perturbations: Applications to the Popocatepetl Volcano and a micro-discharge model. Remote Sensing, 16(1), 151. https://doi.org/10.3390/rs16010151

Shitov, A. V., Pulinets, S. A., & Budnikov, P. A. (2023, August). Effect of earthquake preparation on changes in meteorological characteristics (based on the example of the 2003 Chuya earthquake). Geomagnetism and Aeronomy, 63(6), 745–755. https://doi.org/10.1134/s0016793223600285