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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Mahesh Kumar Sah | Material Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Mahesh Kumar Sah | Material Science | Best Researcher Award 

Dr. Mahesh Kumar Sah | Meerut Institute of Engineering and Technology | India

Dr. Mahesh Kumar Sah is a dedicated mechanical engineering professional with robust expertise in nano-finishing, surface engineering, composite materials, coating technology, image analysis, and design of experiments. With a Ph.D. from SRM Institute of Science and Technology, he brings a strong blend of academic, research, and industrial-oriented experience. His technical proficiency spans AutoCAD, SolidWorks, MATLAB, Origin, Minitab, and MS Office, enabling him to execute high-precision research and engineering tasks effectively. Dr. Sah has over six years of academic experience as an Assistant Professor at Siddartha Institute of Science and Technology, AP, where he handled a wide range of subjects including Engineering Mechanics, CAD/CAM, Robotics, Thermal Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, and Metrology. He also supervised laboratories, coordinated academic programs, and managed responsibilities related to seminars, projects, NBA/NAAC documentation, and student administration. Currently, he serves as a Project Associate-II at NIT Jalandhar, contributing to advanced mechanical engineering research. His research contributions include multiple SCI-indexed publications in reputable journals such as Materials and Manufacturing Processes, Canadian Metallurgical Quarterly, and Journal of Materials Engineering and Performance. His work primarily focuses on CNC abrasive finishing, reflective polishing, nano-finishing processes, and optical characterization of materials. He has also authored book chapters and reviewed research manuscripts for leading journals. Dr. Sah is the co-inventor of a filed patent titled “A System for Mirror-Like Reflective Surface Finishing on Metallic Cylindrical Workpiece” and has presented his research at several national and international conferences. He has completed NPTEL and FDP courses in surface engineering, machine learning, sustainability, nanotechnology, and entrepreneurship. Recognized with the Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Research Award, Dr. Sah is a motivated researcher and educator committed to advancing mechanical engineering, fostering innovation, and contributing meaningfully to academia and industry.

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Featured Publications

Sah, M. K., Vijaya, A., & Singh, H. (2025). Nanofinishing of aluminum sheet using CNC fixed abrasive lapping. Journal of Materials Engineering and Performance. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11665-025-10886-3

Sah, M. K., Vijaya, A., & Singh, H. (2025). A novel CNC abrasive finishing process of aluminium pipe for industrial applications. Canadian Metallurgical Quarterly. https://doi.org/10.1080/00084433.2025.2582355

Sah, M. K., Vijaya, A., & Singh, H. (2025). Experimental study of the surface finishing of CNC magnetic abrasive finishing based on ANN. Canadian Metallurgical Quarterly. https://doi.org/10.1080/00084433.2024.2415726

Sah, M. K., & Vijaya, A. (2024). Optimizing highly reflective CNC abrasive polishing on aluminum sheets. Materials and Manufacturing Processes. https://doi.org/10.1080/10426914.2024.2304867

Sah, M. K., & Vijaya, A. (2023). Experimental studies on reflective finishing of aluminum sheet by CNC abrasive lapping. Materials and Manufacturing Processes. https://doi.org/10.1080/10426914.2023.2244034

Darvaish Khan | Material Science | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Darvaish Khan | Material Science | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Darvaish Khan | Sapienza University of Rome | Italy

Dr. Darvaish Khan is a distinguished postdoctoral researcher at the Department of Chemical Engineering, Materials, and Environment, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy, with an extensive academic and research background in materials science, solid-state physics, and energy materials. He earned his Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China, following a Master’s from Liverpool Hope University, UK, and an M.Sc. in Solid State Physics from the University of Peshawar, Pakistan. Dr. Khan’s research primarily focuses on the design, synthesis, and characterization of metal hydrides, composites, and alloys for advanced hydrogen storage and energy applications. His expertise spans hydrogen-matter interactions, phase transitions in nanostructured environments, and modeling of solid-state metal hydrides using COMSOL Multiphysics. He has developed innovative materials through solid-state mechanochemical, hydrothermal, and wet-impregnation/infiltration methods, utilizing advanced characterization tools such as XRD, SEM, TEM, BET, DSC, TGA, FTIR, XPS, Raman spectroscopy, and Sieverts-type PCT for analyzing structural, thermal, and gas sorption properties. His work significantly contributes to improving the thermodynamics and kinetics of hydrogen sorption in metal hydrides and nanocomposites, addressing global challenges in sustainable hydrogen energy systems. Dr. Khan’s impactful research has been published in top-tier international journals, including Interdisciplinary Materials, Journal of Alloys and Compounds, ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, Chemical Engineering Journal, and the International Journal of Hydrogen Energy. He has also served as a guest speaker at international conferences, received multiple research excellence awards, and is a reviewer for international scientific journals. As an HEC-approved Ph.D. supervisor and member of the American Chemical Society and International Society of Hydrogen Energy, Dr. Khan continues to advance interdisciplinary innovations in hydrogen storage, nanostructured materials, and sustainable energy technologies, contributing meaningfully to the global transition toward a hydrogen-based clean energy future.

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Zhu, W., Panda, S., Lu, C., Ma, Z., Khan, D., Dong, J., Sun, F., Xu, H., Zhang, Q., & Zou, J. (2020). Using a self-assembled two-dimensional MXene-based catalyst (2D-Ni@Ti₃C₂) to enhance hydrogen storage properties of MgH₂. ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, 12(45), 50333–50343.

Ma, Z., Panda, S., Zhang, Q., Sun, F., Khan, D., Ding, W., & Zou, J. (2021). Improving hydrogen sorption performances of MgH₂ through nanoconfinement in a mesoporous CoS nano-boxes scaffold. Chemical Engineering Journal, 406, 126790.

Ma, Z., Zou, J., Khan, D., Zhu, W., Hu, C., Zeng, X., & Ding, W. (2019). Preparation and hydrogen storage properties of MgH₂-trimesic acid-TM MOF (TM = Co, Fe) composites. Journal of Materials Science & Technology, 35(10), 2132–2143.

Khan, D., Zou, J., Zeng, X., & Ding, W. (2018). Hydrogen storage properties of nanocrystalline Mg₂Ni prepared from compressed 2MgH₂–Ni powder. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 43(49), 22391–22400.

Ma, Z., Zhang, Q., Panda, S., Zhu, W., Sun, F., Khan, D., Dong, J., Ding, W., & Zou, J. (2020). In situ catalyzed and nanoconfined magnesium hydride nanocrystals in a Ni-MOF scaffold for hydrogen storage. Sustainable Energy & Fuels, 4(9), 4694–4703.