ASNIT GANGWAR | Materials chemistry | Excellence in Research

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Dr. ASNIT GANGWAR | Materials chemistry | Excellence in Research

Assistant Professor, Shri Vishnu Engineering College for Women Bhimavaram Andhra Pradesh

Dr. Asnit Gangwar is an Assistant Professor in the Mechanical Engineering Department at Shri Vishnu Engineering College for Women, Bhimavaram, India. With a Ph.D. in Metallurgical & Materials Engineering from IIT (BHU), Varanasi, he specializes in structural modeling, synthesis, and characterization of advanced materials. His research spans nanocomposites, ceramics, magnetic materials, and energy storage. Dr. Gangwar has worked as a Post-Doctoral Research Associate at Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) and as a Research Associate at IIT (BHU). He has numerous high-impact publications, collaborating with leading national and international researchers. His expertise in materials science and engineering has significantly contributed to functional materials, biomedical applications, and nanotechnology.

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🎓 Education

Ph.D. (2015-2020): Metallurgical & Materials Engineering, IIT (BHU), Varanasi (CGPA: 8.58/10). M.Tech (2012-2014): Metallurgical & Materials Engineering, IIT (BHU), Varanasi (CGPA: 7.7/10). B.Tech (2008-2012): Mechanical Engineering, ITS Engineering College, Greater Noida (Affiliated with AKTU, Lucknow) (70.4%).

🏅 Experience 

Assistant Professor (Dec 2023-Present): Shri Vishnu Engineering College for Women, Bhimavaram. Post-Doctoral Research Associate (2022-2023): Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), Mumbai (~1 year 10 months). Research Associate (2020-2022): IIT (BHU), Varanasi (~1 year 8 months).

🏆 Awards & Honors

High-Impact Publications: Over 30 international SCI-indexed papers. Citations & Indexing: 517 citations, h-index 14, i10-index 19. Research Excellence: Recognized for outstanding contributions in material science. Academic Collaborations: Works with top national and international institutions. Reviewer for Journals: Peer-reviewing for high-impact research publications.

🔬 Research Focus 

Dr. Gangwar’s research interests include structural modeling of new materials, synthesis of advanced functional materials, ceramics, nanocomposites, and magnetic materials. He focuses on theranostics, targeted drug delivery, energy storage materials, and designing functional nano-heaters. His work integrates biomedical applications with materials engineering, developing novel solutions for multimodal therapy and bioimaging. His studies on photoacoustic image-guided chemo-photothermal therapy and supercapacitors for energy storage are cutting-edge.

🏆 Conclusion

Dr. Asnit Gangwar is a highly competitive candidate for the Excellence in Research Award, particularly for his extensive publication record, international collaborations, and impactful research in nanomaterials and energy storage. Strengthening his leadership in independent projects, securing industry collaborations, and receiving major research fellowships could further enhance his candidacy.

Publication

  • Structural, magnetic, and biocompatibility evaluations of chromium substituted barium hexaferrite (Co2–Y) for hyperthermia application (2023) – M. Suthar, D. Khare, A. Gangwar, S. Banerjee, N.K. Prasad, A.K. Dubey – 25 citations

  • Magnetic nanocomposites of Fe3C or Ni-substituted (Fe3C/Fe3O4) with carbon for degradation of methylene orange and p-nitrophenol (2021) – A. Gangwar, A. Singh, S. Pal, I. Sinha, S.S. Meena, N.K. Prasad – 22 citations

  • Effect of Gd3+ substitution on proton relaxation and magnetic hyperthermia efficiency of cobalt ferrite nanoparticles (2020) – D. Jaison, A. Gangwar, P.N. Kishore, G. Chandrasekaran, M. Mothilal – 22 citations

  • Nanocomposite of (α-Mn3O4/MnO)@ rGO as a high performance electrode material for supercapacitors (2021) – A. Gangwar, T. Das, S.K. Shaw, N.K. Prasad – 20 citations

  • Physical and in-vitro evaluation of ϵ-Fe3N@ Fe3O4 nanoparticles for bioapplications (2020) – A. Gangwar, S.S. Varghese, S.S. Meena, C.L. Prajapat, M.K. Viswanadh – 18 citations

  • Synthesis and structural characterization of CoxFe3−xC (0≤x≤0.3) magnetic nanoparticles for biomedical applications (2019) – A. Gangwar, G. Singh, S.K. Shaw, R.K. Mandal, A. Sharma, S.S. Meena – 17 citations

  • Structural and electrochemical performance studies for nanocomposites of carbon with Fe3C or Mn-Substituted (Fe3C/Fe3O4) as anodes for Li-batteries (2020) – A. Gangwar, A. Sharma, S.K. Shaw, S.S. Meena, N.K. Prasad – 14 citations

  • Structural and in-vitro assessment of ZnxFe3−xC (0≤x≤1) nanoparticles as magnetic biomaterials (2020) – A. Gangwar, S. Kumar, S.S. Meena, A. Sharma, M.K. Viswanadh, K. Neogi – 14 citations

  • Mössbauer study and curie temperature configuration on sintering Nano-Ni-Zn ferrite powder (2019) – M.M. Kothawale, R.B. Tangsali, S.S. Meena, N.K. Prasad, A. Gangwar – 14 citations

  • Ferrimagnetic (α-Mn3O4/MnO)@ rGO nanocomposite as potential adsorbent for organic pollutant dye (2023) – A. Gangwar, S.K. Shaw, A. Sharma, S.K. Alla, S. Kavita, M. Vasundhara – 12 citations

  • Assessment of ionic site distributions in magnetic high entropy oxide of (Mn0·2Fe0·2Co0·2Ni0·2Zr0.2)3O4 and its catalytic behaviour (2023) – S.K. Shaw, P. Kumari, A. Sharma, N. Jatav, A. Gangwar, N.S. Anuraag – 11 citations

 

Zhiyu Mao | Electrochemical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zhiyu Mao | Electrochemical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Associate Researcher at Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics Chinese Academy of Sciences, China

Dr. Zhiyu Mao, Associate Professor at the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics (CAS), China, is a distinguished researcher specializing in electrochemical energy storage systems and materials. He holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Waterloo, Canada, with expertise in lithium-ion batteries, fuel cells, and lead-carbon batteries. His research focuses on developing advanced materials and technologies for energy storage and electric vehicles, leveraging artificial intelligence for battery management systems. With over 9 years of experience in both academia and industry, Dr. Mao has contributed significantly to the development of high-performance electrochemical systems and holds multiple patents.

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🎓 Education 

Dr. Zhiyu Mao earned his Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Waterloo, Canada, in 2016. Before that, he completed his M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering at Taiyuan University of Technology, China, in 2011, and his B.Sc. in Materials Chemistry from Inner Mongolia University, China, in 2008. His academic background laid a strong foundation for his career in electrochemical engineering and energy storage technologies.

💼 Experience

Dr. Mao’s professional journey spans academia and industry. He is an Associate Professor at the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, CAS, and has previously held roles as a Research Scientist at CWZE Power Inc. and Newtech Power Inc., Waterloo, Canada. He has led research projects on advanced battery systems, supervised graduate students, and contributed to the development of innovative technologies for electric vehicles and renewable energy storage. His industry experience includes the design, testing, and commercialization of high-performance lithium-ion and lead-carbon batteries.

🏆 Awards & Honors

Dr. Mao has received several prestigious awards including the Canada Mitacs-Accelerate Award (2017-2019), Doctoral Thesis Completion Award (University of Waterloo, 2016), and the International Doctoral Student Award (University of Waterloo, 2013-2015). He also won the Second Prize for 18650 Lithium-ion Battery R&D from Tianjin Lishen Battery Co., China, in 2012. His recognition reflects his significant contributions to electrochemical energy storage research and development.

🔬 Research Focus

Dr. Mao’s research revolves around electrochemistry, with a particular focus on the development of advanced materials and systems for energy storage, including lithium-ion and lead-carbon batteries. His work also explores the aging processes in batteries, failure mechanisms, and the use of artificial intelligence for battery management systems in electric vehicles. Additionally, Dr. Mao investigates the integration of renewable energy storage into smart energy grids and the optimization of electrochemical systems for enhanced performance and longevity.

🔍Conclusion

Dr. Zhiyu Mao’s outstanding research in electrochemical energy storage, coupled with his leadership in high-impact projects, makes him a prime candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His continuous efforts to advance battery technologies, combined with his academic and industrial experience, position him as a significant contributor to the future of renewable energy and electric vehicle technologies. With further collaboration and commercialization of his innovations, Dr. Mao’s work has the potential to revolutionize energy storage systems globally.

📚Publications 

  1. Significant Enhancement of Electrocatalytic Activity of Nickel-Based Amorphous Zeolite Imidazolate Frameworks for Water Splitting at Elevating Temperatures
    • Authors: Iqbal, M.F., Xu, T., Li, M., Xu, P., Chen, Z.
    • Journal: ACS Applied Energy Materials
    • Volume: 7
    • Issue: 11
    • Pages: 4845–4855
    • Year: 2024
    • Citations: 1

 

  1. Optimizing Annealing Treatment of Mesoporous MoO2 Nanoparticles for Enhancement of Hydrogen Evolution Reaction
    • Authors: Iqbal, M.F., Xu, T., Li, M., Zhang, J., Chen, Z.
    • Journal: International Journal of Hydrogen Energy
    • Volume: 61
    • Pages: 377–386
    • Year: 2024
    • Citations: 1

 

  1. A Hybrid Deep Learning Approach for Remaining Useful Life Prediction of Lithium-Ion Batteries Based on Discharging Fragments
    • Authors: Liu, Y., Hou, B., Ahmed, M., Feng, J., Chen, Z.
    • Journal: Applied Energy
    • Volume: 358
    • Pages: 122555
    • Year: 2024
    • Citations: 6

 

  1. A Review on Iron-Nitride (Fe2N) Based Nanostructures for Electrochemical Energy Storage Applications: Research Progress, and Future Perspectives
    • Authors: Sajjad, M., Zhang, J., Mao, Z., Chen, Z.
    • Journal: Journal of Alloys and Compounds
    • Volume: 976
    • Article: 172626
    • Year: 2024
    • Citations: 10

 

  1. Long-Life Lead-Carbon Batteries for Stationary Energy Storage Applications
    • Authors: Sajjad, M., Zhang, J., Zhang, S., Mao, Z., Chen, Z.
    • Journal: Chemical Record
    • Volume: 24
    • Issue: 3
    • Article: e202300315
    • Year: 2024
    • Citations: 8

 

Harisha K S | Material Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Harisha K S | Material Science | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at Bangalore University,  India

Dr. Harisha K. S. is an accomplished physicist currently serving as a Guest Faculty at Bangalore University. He holds an M.Sc. in Physics (Condensed Matter Physics) and a Ph.D. from Mangalore University, where his research focused on the biosynthesis and characterization of metal nanoparticles for colorimetric sensor applications. With over 5 years of research and teaching experience, Dr. Harisha has authored numerous publications and presented at international conferences. He is proficient in advanced instrumentation techniques and software, with research interests spanning nanotechnology, electrochemical sensors, biopolymer nanocomposites, and environmental remediation.

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🎓 Educational Qualifications

B.Sc.: Kuvempu University, 2010 (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics). B.Ed.: Davangere University, 2012 (Physics, Mathematics). M.Sc.: Davangere University, 2014 (Physics – Condensed Matter Physics). Ph.D.: Mangalore University, 2022. Thesis: Biosynthesis and Characterization of Metal Nanoparticles for Colorimetric Sensor Applications. Research Guide: Prof. B. Narayana. Co-Guide: Prof. Y. Sangappa

🏆 Achievements

University Fellowship: Mangalore University (2017-2021). Best Poster Presentation Award: ICABS-19 (International Conference on Advances in Basic Sciences) in Bhiwani, Haryana, February 2019. Singapore Visit: Presented at ICMAT-2019 (International Conference on Materials for Advanced Technologies), Singapore, June 2019

 

🧑‍🏫 Professional Experience

Lecturer: Sri Vijaya Chetana PU College, Chitradurga (Oct 2014 – Nov 2016, 2 years). Researcher: Mangalore University (Feb 2017 – Mar 2022, 5 years). Guest Faculty: Tumkur University, University College of Science (Nov – Dec 2022, 2 months) Vijayanagara Sri Krishnadevaraya University, Bellary (Jan – Jun 2023, 6 months). Bangalore University (June 2023 – Present)

🌍 International Conference Participation

  • Singapore Visit: Attended and presented research at ICMAT-2019, Singapore

🎓 Additional Responsibilities

  • Squad Member:
    • PG Examinations (Nov/Dec 2023)
    • UG Examinations (Feb/Mar 2024, July/Aug 2024)

🔬 Research and Technical Skills

Research Project: Completed AC Conduction Studies on Polyaniline-TiO2 Nanocomposite (2014) Technical Expertise: Bio-synthesis and characterization of metal nanoparticles, microparticles, nanofibers Polymeric/biomaterials fabrication. Nanomaterials for energy devices. Synthesis and characterization of nanoparticles. Electrochemical/Plasmonic sensor development

Publication

  • Fabrication and Characterization of Conductive Silk Fibroin–Gold Nanocomposite Films
    • Authors: R. Ranjana, N. Parushuram, K.S. Harisha, S. Asha, B. Narayana, et al.
    • Published In: Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics, 31, 249-264
    • Year: 2020
    • Citations: 27

 

  • Influence of Gamma Irradiation on Photoluminescence and Nonlinear Optical Properties of Eu³⁺ Activated Heavy Metal Borate Glasses
    • Authors: P. Ramesh, V. Hegde, K. Keshavamurthy, A.G. Pramod, G. Jagannath, et al.
    • Published In: Optical Materials, 116, 111102
    • Year: 2021
    • Citations: 26

 

  • Eco-Synthesis of Gold Nanoparticles by Sericin Derived from Bombyx mori Silk and Catalytic Study on Degradation of Methylene Blue
    • Authors: K.S. Harisha, N. Parushuram, S. Asha, S.B. Suma, B. Narayana, Y. Sangappa
    • Published In: Particulate Science and Technology, 39(2), 131-140
    • Year: 2021
    • Citations: 22

 

  • Development of Coriander Honey Loaded CeO₂ for Cyclic Voltammetry, Chemical Sensor, Dye Purification, and Antioxidant Properties
    • Authors: M. Mylarappa, S. Chandruvasan, K.S. Harisha, S. Kantharaju, S.G.P. Kumar, et al.
    • Published In: Journal of the Taiwan Institute of Chemical Engineers, 152, 105174
    • Year: 2023
    • Citations: 19

 

  • Silk Fibroin as a Bio-Template for Synthesis of Different Shaped Gold Nanoparticles: Characterization and Ammonia Detection Application
    • Authors: R. Ranjana, N. Parushuram, K.S. Harisha, S. Asha, Y. Sangappa
    • Published In: Materials Today: Proceedings, 27, 434-439
    • Year: 2020
    • Citations: 19

 

  • Highly Selective and Sensitive Colorimetric Detection of Arsenic (III) in Aqueous Solution Using Green Synthesized Unmodified Gold Nanoparticles
    • Authors: K.S. Harisha, B. Narayana, Y. Sangappa
    • Published In: Journal of Dispersion Science and Technology, 44(1), 132-143
    • Year: 2023
    • Citations: 18

 

  • Conductive In Situ Reduced Graphene Oxide–Silk Fibroin Bionanocomposites
    • Authors: P. Nilogal, G.B. Uppine, R. Rayaraddi, K.S. Harisha, L.J. Martis, B. Narayana, et al.
    • Published In: ACS Omega, 6(20), 12995-13007
    • Year: 2021
    • Citations: 18

 

  • Fabrication and Conductivity Study of Silver Nanoparticles Loaded Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA-AgNPs) Nanofibers
    • Authors: K. Krishna, K.S. Harisha, R. Neelakandan, Y. Sangappa
    • Published In: Materials Today: Proceedings, 42, 515-520
    • Year: 2021
    • Citations: 16

 

  • Biosynthesized Unmodified Silver Nanoparticles: A Colorimetric Optical Sensor for Detection of Hg²⁺ Ions in Aqueous Solution
    • Authors: K.S. Harisha, P. Nilogal, R. Rayaraddy, L.J. Martis, S.M. Osman, N. Badiadka, et al.
    • Published In: Results in Chemistry, 4, 100507
    • Year: 2022
    • Citations: 15

 

  • Ajwain Honey Loaded CeO₂ Nanocomposite for Antioxidant, Chemical Sensors, and Photocatalysis Studies
    • Authors: M. Mylarappa, S. Chandruvasan, K.S. Harisha, K.N.S. Kumara
    • Published In: Kuwait Journal of Science, 51(1), 100145
    • Citations: 13