Eleni Efthimiadou | Material Science | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Eleni Efthimiadou | Material Science | Best Researcher Award

National and Kapodistrian University of Athens | Greece

Eleni K. Efthimiadou is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of Inorganic and Bioinorganic Chemistry, with a strong interdisciplinary focus on nanotechnology, nanomedicine, and advanced biomedical applications. She serves as a faculty member in the Laboratory of Inorganic Chemistry at the Department of Chemistry of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, where her work bridges fundamental chemistry with translational biomedical research. Her scientific expertise centers on the design, synthesis, surface modification, and physicochemical characterization of inorganic, organic, and hybrid nanomaterials with targeted biological functionality. A core aspect of her research is the development of multifunctional nanostructures—such as magnetic nanoparticles, gold and silver nanostructures, quantum dots, liposomal systems, and hybrid nanocomposites—for diagnostic, therapeutic, and theranostic applications. These systems are extensively evaluated through in vitro and in vivo biological models, addressing critical challenges in cancer diagnosis and treatment, inflammation-related diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and energy-related applications. She has extensive experience in advanced spectroscopic, microscopic, thermal, and magnetic characterization techniques, as well as in biological evaluation methodologies including cytotoxicity, oxidative stress, DNA interaction, apoptosis, angiogenesis inhibition, hyperthermia, and antimicrobial testing. Her in vivo research expertise includes biodistribution, biocompatibility, and therapeutic efficacy studies in established animal models, with full accreditation for laboratory animal research.Eleni K. Efthimiadou has made a substantial contribution to graduate and postgraduate education, having supervised a large number of undergraduate theses, master’s dissertations, and doctoral dissertations, many of which focus on cutting-edge nanochemical and biomedical research topics. She has also actively participated in doctoral and postgraduate examination committees in Greece and abroad. Her scholarly output includes a high volume of peer-reviewed publications in internationally recognized journals, with strong citation metrics reflecting significant scientific impact. Through her combined roles as researcher, educator, and mentor, she continues to advance the fields of bioinorganic chemistry and nanomedicine while fostering the next generation of scientists.

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Yun Liu | Material Science | Research Excellence Award

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Ms. Yun Liu | Material Science | Research Excellence Award 

Ms. Yun Liu | Beihua University | China

Yun Liu is a materials researcher affiliated with Beihua University, specializing in wood protection, wood anatomy, and weather-resistant material modification. With a strong academic foundation supported by a Master’s degree in Materials and Chemical Engineering, Yun Liu has developed expertise in material characterization, performance testing, and advanced analytical techniques used to evaluate structural, chemical, and aesthetic changes in lignocellulosic materials. A key contribution of Yun Liu’s work is the innovative investigation into the dynamic weathering behavior of heat-treated wood. This research integrates continuous monitoring of visual and structural degradation with in-depth chemical analysis, offering a holistic framework for understanding the durability of modified wood materials. By correlating changes in color, gloss, and surface properties with transformations in lignin, extractives, and microstructural features, the study provides essential insights into how heat treatment influences early-stage weathering. Importantly, the findings reveal that heat treatment adjusts the degradation pathways of lignin, contributing to enhanced color stability rather than merely slowing chemical deterioration. This mechanistic understanding supports the development of targeted modification strategies for improving the long-term service life and aesthetic performance of outdoor wood products. Yun Liu has published as first author in the journal Polymers, where the study on dynamic weathering of heat-treated Chinese fir highlights the scientific and practical relevance of this research. This work establishes a foundation for future advancements in sustainable wood protection technologies and environmentally conscious material engineering. Committed to academic integrity and professional growth, Yun Liu maintains active research links through recognized scholarly platforms and contributes to the broader scientific community through collaboration and knowledge dissemination. With a focus on innovation, material durability, and eco-friendly wood modification, Yun Liu aims to advance high-impact research aligned with the standards of the Research Excellence Award category.

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Liu, Y., Gao, C., Wang, Q., Hadili, B., Miao, Y., Cui, X., & Matsumura, J. (2025). Dynamic weathering behavior of heat-treated Chinese fir: Surface properties, chemical composition, and microstructure. Polymers, 17(23), 3143. https://doi.org/10.3390/polym17233143

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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