Anne Maynadier | Stockage de l’hydrogène | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr Anne Maynadier | Stockage de l’hydrogène | Best Researcher Award

Maître de conférences, Institut FEMTO ST, France

Anne Maynadier is an Associate Professor at IUT de Besançon Vesoul, University of Franche-Comté, specializing in applied mechanics and hydrogen storage 🔋. She obtained her PhD in Engineering from LMT Cachan, focusing on thermomechanical coupling in shape memory alloys 🏗️. She has held academic positions at INSA Lyon and UFC/FEMTO-ST Institute, contributing to mechanical field measurements and solid-state hydrogen storage research. She has supervised multiple PhD theses, led key research projects, and actively participated in hydrogen energy outreach programs 🌍.

Profile

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🎓 Education:

2009-2012 – PhD in Engineering, LMT Cachan, focusing on thermomechanical coupling in shape memory alloys 📊 2005-2009 – ENS Cachan, Mechanical Engineering, specializing in materials mechanics 🔧  Master’s in Mechanics of Materials (MAGIS) – Advanced training in mechanical behavior of materials 📚  2003-2005 – Preparatory Classes (PTSI-PT), Lycée Jean Dupuy ✏️  2003 – Scientific Baccalaureate, Engineering Sciences Option, Mention B 🎓

💼 Experience:

2015-Present – Associate Professor at IUT Besançon Vesoul, UFC/FEMTO-ST Institute, focusing on hydrogen storage research ⚙️ 2013-2015 – Associate Professor at INSA Lyon/LAMCOS, specializing in mechanical field measurements and fracture mechanics 🏗️ 2012-2013 – Postdoctoral Researcher at UFC/FEMTO-ST Institute, working on thermomechanical coupling in materials  2009-2012 – PhD Researcher at LMT Cachan, studying kinematic and thermal field measurement in shape memory alloys 📊

🏆 Awards & Honors:

1st Place (2008) – External Agrégation in Mechanical Engineering 🏆  Grant Recipient – Multiple research funding awards from CNRS, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté Region, and EIPHI 💰  Organizer & Committee Member – International Summer School (2022), JNC Conference (2023), Hydrogen Research Networks 🌍 STEM Outreach Advocate – Active in “Women in Science” and “La SI au féminin” initiatives 👩‍🔬

🔍 Research Focus:

🔬 Hydrogen Storage – Investigating solid-state hydrogen storage using intermetallic hydrides 🔋 Thermomechanical Field Measurement – Advanced DIC & IR techniques for material analysis 📸  Fracture Mechanics – Researching photovoltaic silicon wafer failure mechanisms 🏭 Hydride Bed Simulation – Studying self-fragmentation (decrepitation) in hydrogen reservoirs 📡 Sustainable Energy Solutions – Developing safe and efficient hydrogen storage systems for clean energy 🌱

Publications

Underlying Causes of the Improved Storage Properties of TiMn1,5 by Annealing Treatment

Multiscale Elastic Modulus Characterization of Ti0.5Fe0.45Mn0.05, an Iron–Titanium–Manganese Alloy Dedicated to Hydrogen Storage

Hydrogen Storage: Different Technologies, Challenges and Stakes. Focus on TiFe Hydrides

 

Conclusion

Anne Maynadier is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award, given her pioneering contributions to hydrogen storage research, extensive academic impact, and leadership in scientific outreach. While international collaborations, high-impact publications, and industry engagement could further strengthen her profile, her expertise and dedication make her a deserving nominee.

Fiona Wirrer-George | Antenna engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Fiona Wirrer-George | Antenna engineering | Best Researcher Award

PhD in Philosophy at Fiona Wirrer-George Oochunyung, Australia

Fiona Wirrer-George Oochunyung is an artist, performer, and academic researcher hailing from the Mbaiwum/Trotj, Alngith/Liningithi, and Wik Apalich Nations of Western Cape York, Australia. Currently residing on Gumuy/Walluburra/Yidinji and Yiringandji lands, Fiona’s creative work spans performance theatre, choreography, and literature. Her artistic practice is deeply rooted in the epistemology, ontology, and axiology of her Western Cape heritage, particularly informed by the teachings of her maternal grandmother. Fiona’s work employs auto-ethnography, weaving together traditional knowledge, song, dance, and contemporary artistic methods to express and interpret the cultural frameworks of her people.

Publication Profile

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Education🎓

Fiona Wirrer-George Oochunyung holds a Bachelor of Education (B’ED), Master of Education (M’ED), Graduate Certificate in Research Methodology (GCRM), and a PhD. Her academic journey is intricately connected to her First Nations heritage, blending formal education with the wisdom passed down through generations. Through her studies, she has explored First Nations cultural and spiritual methodologies, integrating them into her academic and creative practice. Her education allows her to merge traditional knowledge systems with modern academic frameworks, positioning her as a unique voice in the intersection of culture and research. 📚🌱

Experience 🎭

Fiona has a rich background in performance theatre, choreography, and literature, with a focus on Indigenous knowledge systems and creative expression. She draws from the epistemology of the Wik and Wikway systems, incorporating her lived experiences and cultural teachings into her artistic and academic work. As an academic researcher, she has contributed to the understanding of First Nations creative methodologies, auto-ethnography, and relational connectivity through song and dance. Her performances and research explore how cultural frameworks inform creative processes, blending traditional and contemporary practices to convey the value of First Nations systems of knowledge. 🩰🖋️

Awards and Honors 🏆

Fiona Wirrer-George Oochunyung has been recognized for her contributions to First Nations culture, creativity, and research. She has received numerous accolades for her work in performance theatre and choreography, as well as for her academic research in First Nations methodologies. Her unique approach, which blends traditional knowledge with contemporary artistic practices, has earned her accolades from both academic and artistic communities. Fiona’s work continues to influence and inspire those seeking to explore the intersections of culture, creativity, and research. 🌟🎨

Research Focus🔬 

Fiona’s research is centered around First Nations cultural, spiritual, and creative methodologies, with a particular focus on the epistemology, ontology, and axiology of the Wik and Wikway systems. She explores how traditional knowledge systems inform contemporary creative practices, employing an auto-ethnographical approach to knowledge acquisition and interpretation. Her research draws from her lived experience and the teachings of her maternal grandmother, focusing on the amalgamation of song, dance, and relational connectivity to frame her work. Fiona’s research contributes to the broader understanding of how First Nations systems of Lore can inform modern creative and academic practices.

Publication  Top Notes

📘 Interval Observation and Control for Continuous-Time Persidskii Systems
Published in: IEEE Transactions on Automatic Control, 2024
Contributors: Denis Efimov, Andrey Polyakov, Xubin Ping
DOI: 10.1109/TAC.2024.3387008

⚡ Optimal Flow Factor Determination in Vanadium Redox Flow Battery Control
Published in: IEEE Access, 2024
Contributors: Alexander Morozov, Mikhail Pugach, Andrey Polyakov, Pavel Osinenko, Anton Bolychev, Vladimir Terzija, Sergei Parsegov
DOI: 10.1109/ACCESS.2024.3361830

🛠️ Homogeneous Control Design Using Invariant Ellipsoid Method
Published in: IEEE Transactions on Automatic Control, 2024
Contributors: Siyuan Wang, Haibin Duan, Gang Zheng, Xubin Ping, Driss Boutat, Andrey Polyakov
DOI: 10.1109/TAC.2024.3384844

👥 Generalized Homogeneous Leader-Following Consensus Control for Multiagent Systems
Published in: IEEE Transactions on Control of Network Systems, 2024
Contributors: Min Li, Andrey Polyakov, Gang Zheng
DOI: 10.1109/TCNS.2023.3290429

🛵 Perturbed Unicycle Mobile Robots: A Second-Order Sliding-Mode Trajectory Tracking Control
Published in: IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics, 2024
Contributors: Héctor Ríos, Manuel Mera, Andrey Polyakov
DOI: 10.1109/TIE.2023.3270520

Conclusion

Fiona Wirrer-George Oochunyung’s research exemplifies innovative and culturally grounded methodologies, blending lived experience, creative expression, and academic rigor. Her work as a First Nations Cultural/Spiritual/Creative Methodologist uniquely positions her for the Best Researcher Award. With a balance of creative practice and scholarly output, Fiona’s research makes a significant contribution to the preservation and dissemination of Indigenous knowledge systems. With potential areas for increased collaboration and academic visibility, she remains a strong contender for recognition.