Saheli Ghosh | Materials Science | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Saheli Ghosh | Materials Science | Young Scientist Award

Researcher | Jadavpur University, India

Dr. Saheli Ghosh is a researcher in material science with expertise in nanomaterials, energy harvesting, and wastewater remediation. She earned her Ph.D. from Jadavpur University and has published extensively in high-impact journals. Her research focuses on developing piezoelectric nanocomposites for environmental sustainability and clean energy. She has received prestigious awards, including the National Research Award (Anveshan) and the Young Researcher Award. Dr. Ghosh has participated in numerous international conferences, contributing to advancements in material science. Her work in X-ray crystallography, fluorometric detection, and device fabrication showcases her interdisciplinary expertise.

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🎓 Education 

 Ph.D. (2025) – Jadavpur University; Specialization: Material Science, Piezocatalysis, Energy Harvesting.  M.Sc. (2016) – University of Calcutta; Field: Electronic Science (75.75%).  B.Sc. (2014) – University of Calcutta; Field: Physics (59.38%). H.S. (2011) – W.B.C.H.S.E; Science (79%). Secondary (2009) – W.B.B.S.E; Score: 81.88%

💼 Experience 

 Ph.D. Research (Jadavpur University) – Developing iron-based nanocomposites for piezoelectric energy harvesting and wastewater treatment.  M.Sc. Dissertation (University of Calcutta) – Designed an IR-based visitor counter system under Prof. Tridibendra Chatterjee.  Conference & Workshop Participation – Presented research at ICONN-2023, Anveshan-2022, and various national and international seminars on materials science and nanotechnology

🏆 Awards & Honors 

 National Research Award (Anveshan, 2022) – Recognized for groundbreaking research. Featured in RSC’s Women in Material Science (2024) – Highlighted for significant contributions. Young Researcher Award (2024) – Awarded by the Institute of Scholars. Qualified National Entrance Examination (NET) – Competitive research eligibility

🔬 Research Focus 

Nanoparticles & Nanocomposites – Synthesis and characterization. Energy Harvesting – Piezoelectric materials for sustainable energy. Wastewater Remediation – Fluorometric detection & catalytic degradation. Device Fabrication – Circuit design & sensor development. X-ray Crystallography – Structural refinement & material analysis. Arduino-Based Projects – Embedded system applications in research

Conclusion

Dr. Saheli Ghosh is a strong candidate for the Young Scientist Award, with significant contributions in nanotechnology, materials science, and environmental remediation. Her research excellence, publication record, and national awards make her a promising young scientist. Strengthening her profile with more industry collaboration, independent funding, and international exposure could make her a leading expert in her domain.

Publication

Title: Piezo-responsive bismuth ferrite nanoparticle-mediated catalytic degradation of rhodamine B and pathogenic E. coli in aqueous medium and its extraction using external magnetic field
Year: 2022
Authors: J Roy, L Mukhopadhyay, S Bardhan, D Mondal, S Ghosh, S Chakraborty, …
Citations: 15

Title: Effect of size fractionation on purity, thermal stability and electrical properties of natural hematite
Year: 2021
Authors: S Ghosh, S Roy, S Bardhan, N Khatua, B Bhowal, DK Chanda, S Das, …
Citations: 14

Title: Gd-doped bismuth ferrite nanocomposite: A promising candidate for piezocatalytic degradation of organic dyes and pathogenic E. coli
Year: 2024
Authors: J Roy, S Roy, D Mondal, N Bag, JR Chowdhury, S Ghosh, S Bardhan, …
Citations: 13

Title: Water flow and finger-tapping mediated piezoelectric energy generation using a natural hematite-based flexible PVDF-HFP membrane
Year: 2023
Authors: S Ghosh, D Mondal, S Roy, J Roy, S Bardhan, A Mazumder, N Bag, …
Citations: 11

Title: Development of a Cu (II) doped boehmite-based multifunctional sensor for detection and removal of Cr (VI) from wastewater and conversion of Cr (VI) into an energy harvesting source
Year: 2020
Authors: S Roy, S Bardhan, DK Chanda, S Ghosh, D Mondal, J Roy, S Das
Citations: 10

Title: Cu (II) and Gd (III) doped boehmite nanostructures: A comparative study of electrical property and thermal stability
Year: 2020
Authors: S Roy, S Bardhan, DK Chanda, A Maity, S Ghosh, D Mondal, S Singh, …
Citations: 7

Title: Effect of microstructural evolution of natural kaolinite due to MWCNT doping: A futuristic ‘green electrode’ for energy harvesting applications
Year: 2022
Authors: D Mondal, S Roy, S Bardhan, R Das, A Maity, DK Chanda, S Das, …
Citations: 6

Title: Enhanced piezocatalytic activity of BiFeO₃ incorporated PVDF-HFP membrane for efficient degradation of carcinogenic industrial pollutant
Year: 2024
Authors: J Roy, D Mondal, JR Chowdhury, N Bag, S Ghosh, S Roy, R Mondal, …
Citations: 4

Title: Natural clay-modified piezocatalytic membrane for efficient removal of coliform bacteria from wastewater
Year: 2024
Authors: D Mondal, N Bag, J Roy, S Ghosh, S Roy, M Sarkar, S Bardhan, …
Citations: 4

Title: Utilization of experimental and theoretical piezoresponse of BTO nanocrystal for rapid decomposition of the pathogenic coliform bacteria
Year: 2024
Authors: N Bag, J Roy, D Mondal, S Ghosh, S Bardhan, S Roy, S Bhandary, S Das
Citations: 3

Title: Biocompatible carbon dot decorated α-FeOOH nanohybrid for an effective fluorometric sensing of Cr (VI) in wastewater and living cells
Year: 2022
Authors: B Ghosh, S Roy, S Bardhan, D Mondal, I Saha, S Ghosh, R Basu, …
Citations: 3

Title: Functionalized MWCNT-integrated natural clay nanosystem: A promising eco-friendly capacitor for energy storage applications
Year: 2023
Authors: D Mondal, A Sau, S Roy, S Bardhan, J Roy, S Ghosh, R Basu, …
Citations: 1

Title: MWCNT-intercalated natural hematite-based activable nanocomposite for piezoelectric energy generation and ROS-mediated carcinogenic dye degradation
Year: 2024
Authors: S Ghosh, D Mondal, S Sultana, J Roy, N Bag, A Dey, R Basu, S Roy, …

Title: Recent advances in the synthesis and biomedical applications of α-hematite nanoparticles
Year: 2023
Authors: S Ghosh, D Mondal, S Roy, S Das

Zhaoju Yu | Ceramics | Best Researcher Award

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 Prof .Zhaoju Yu | Ceramics | Best Researcher Award|

professor at Xiamen University, China

Zhaoju Yu is a Full Professor at the College of Materials, Xiamen University, China. She is recognized globally for her work in materials science and nanotechnology, with over 100 peer-reviewed papers and 8 patents. She has delivered 40 invited talks at major international conferences and has held prominent roles as Associate Editor for leading journals like the Journal of the American Ceramic Society. Zhaoju is an active participant in international collaborations, including a guest professorship at Technische Universität Darmstadt, Germany.

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🎓 Education

Zhaoju Yu completed her academic studies in materials science, with advanced training in ceramic technology and nanomaterials. She further enriched her academic journey through a Humboldt Research Fellowship (2016) and international collaboration with Technische Universität Darmstadt. Her multidisciplinary education bridges materials chemistry, nanotechnology, and polymer-derived ceramics, which she applies to both her research and editorial roles in top scientific journals.

👩‍🏫 Experience

Zhaoju Yu has extensive academic and research experience, beginning as a researcher in materials science and rising to her current position as Full Professor at Xiamen University. She has been a Guest Professor in Germany and an Associate Editor for leading journals. Zhaoju has presented at numerous prestigious international conferences and served as Guest Editor-in-chief for the Journal of the European Ceramic Society. She also holds positions on the editorial boards of various journals, contributing to her leadership in materials science.

🏆 Awards and Honors

Prof. Yu has received numerous accolades, including the Humboldt Research Fellowship (2016), the prestigious “ECD Jubilee Global Diversity Award,” and the title of “ACerS Global Ambassador” (2022). Her recognition extends globally for her contributions to materials science, and she has been honored for her editorial work with top journals in ceramics and materials technology. Zhaoju’s awards highlight her status as a prominent figure in the international materials science community.

🔬 Research Focus

Zhaoju Yu’s research focuses on cutting-edge topics in materials chemistry and nanotechnology, including the synthesis of preceramic polymers, polymer-derived nanoscaled ceramics, and their functional properties. She explores the structural properties of advanced materials and contributes to understanding the role of ceramics in technology. Her research has earned her global recognition, reflected in her extensive publication record and her involvement in leading academic journals in ceramics and materials science.

Publications Top Notes:

 

  1. Single-source-precursor synthesis of dense monolithic SiC/(Ti0.25Zr0.25Hf0.25Ta0.25)C ceramic nanocomposite with excellent high-temperature oxidation resistance
    • L. Lu, T. Wen, W. Li, Q. Wen, Z. Yu, S. Tao, J. Yang, Y. Wang, X. Luan, X. Xiong
    • 2024

 

  1. Influence of heat treatment of amorphous Ti-and B-containing SiC-based fiber in air on microstructure and strength
    • J. Chen, B. Zhang, D. Xu, Z. Yu, G. He
    • 2018

 

  1. Molybdenum-based electrocatalysts with nanostructured supports for hydrogen evolution reaction
    • Y. Feng, Z. Yu
    • 2023

 

  1. Hard and tough novel high-pressure γ-Si3N4/Hf3N4 ceramic nanocomposites
    • W. Li, Z. Yu, L. Wiehl, T. Jiang, Y. Zhan, E. Ricohermoso III, M. Etter, E. Ionescu
    • 2023

 

  1. Single-source-precursor derived transition metal alloys embedded in nitrogen-doped porous carbons as efficient oxygen evolution electrocatalysts
    • Y. Chen, C. Tian, T. Jiang, C. Maheu, J. P. Hofmann, L. Molina-Luna, R. Riedel
    • 2022

 

  1. Editorial of the special issue on ultra-high temperature ceramic matrix composites
    • Z. Yu, X. Luan, R. Riedel
    • 2016

 

  1. Microwave-assisted synthesis of poly(epsilon-caprolactone) with acid as initiator and a novel method in preparation of drug release systems
    • Y. Song, L. J. Liu, Z. J. Yu, X. C. Weng, R. X. Zhuo
    • 2003

 

  1. In-situ formed porous silicon carbonitride/boron nitride composites to boost cathode performance in lithium sulfur batteries
    • F. Qu, Z. Yu, M. Widenmeyer, C. Tian, R. Yan, H. Tian, A. Kempf
    • 2024

 

  1. Kill two birds with one stone: Multifunctional porous SiOC–Fe2O3 composite for Li-ion energy conversion and electromagnetic wave absorption
    • C. Liu, P. Wu, S. Chen, Z. Su, S. Vishwakarma, X. Guo, Z. Zheng, J. Yu, S. Wen
    • 2022

 

  1. Single-source-precursor derived bulk Si3N4/HfBxN1-x ceramic nanocomposites with excellent oxidation resistance
    • W. Li, H. Du, C. Tian, T. Jiang, J. Bernauer, M. Widenmeyer, L. Wiehl
    • 2022

 

  1. Microstructure and mechanical properties of C/C composites modified by single-source precursor derived ceramics
    • J. Sun, Y. Wang, Y. Zhang, L. Guo, B. Liu, P. Zhang, Z. Yu
    • 2022

 

  1. Microwave irradiation effect on the polymerization of epsilon-caprolactone with benzoic acid as initiator
    • Z. J. Yu, L. J. Liu, Y. Song, R. X. Zhuo
    • 2003

 

  1. Single-source-precursor synthesis and high-temperature behavior of SiC ceramics containing boron
    • M. Gui, Y. Fang, Z. Yu
    • 2014

 

  1. Dielectric properties and electromagnetic wave absorbing performance of single-source-precursor-derived carbon-rich NbC-SiC-C nanocomposites
    • F. Li, H. Du, T. Chen, Q. Zhu, Z. Yu
    • 2023

 

  1. Phase evolution and oxidation resistance of Si3N4/HfB2/HfBxCyN1–x–y ceramic nanocomposites prepared from tailored preceramic polymers
    • W. Li, M. Widenmeyer, J. Ding, T. Jiang, L. Feldmann, J. Liu, L. Molina-Luna
    • 2023

📝 Conclusion

Prof. Zhaoju Yu’s remarkable achievements, including her extensive publication record, numerous awards, editorial roles, and global presence in materials science, position her as a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her contributions to materials chemistry, particularly in the field of polymer-derived ceramics, have made a significant impact on her field. However, securing more research funding, enhancing international collaboration, and translating her innovations into commercial applications could further elevate her profile. With these improvements, Prof. Yu could continue to be a frontrunner in her discipline and a deserving recipient of the award.