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

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

Maรฎtre de confรฉrences, Institut FEMTO ST, France

Anne Maynadier is an Associate Professor at IUT de Besanรงon Vesoul, University of Franche-Comtรฉ, specializing in applied mechanics and hydrogen storage ๐Ÿ”‹. She obtained her PhD in Engineering from LMT Cachan, focusing on thermomechanical coupling in shape memory alloys ๐Ÿ—๏ธ. 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 ๐ŸŒ.

Profile

๐ŸŽ“ Education:

2009-2012 โ€“ PhD in Engineering, LMT Cachan, focusing on thermomechanical coupling in shape memory alloys ๐Ÿ“Š 2005-2009 โ€“ ENS Cachan, Mechanical Engineering, specializing in materials mechanics ๐Ÿ”ง ย Masterโ€™s in Mechanics of Materials (MAGIS) โ€“ Advanced training in mechanical behavior of materials ๐Ÿ“š ย 2003-2005 โ€“ Preparatory Classes (PTSI-PT), Lycรฉe Jean Dupuy โœ๏ธ ย 2003 โ€“ Scientific Baccalaureate, Engineering Sciences Option, Mention B ๐ŸŽ“

๐Ÿ’ผ Experience:

2015-Present โ€“ Associate Professor at IUT Besanรงon Vesoul, UFC/FEMTO-ST Institute, focusing on hydrogen storage research โš™๏ธ 2013-2015 โ€“ Associate Professor at INSA Lyon/LAMCOS, specializing in mechanical field measurements and fracture mechanics ๐Ÿ—๏ธ 2012-2013 โ€“ Postdoctoral Researcher at UFC/FEMTO-ST Institute, working on thermomechanical coupling in materials ย 2009-2012 โ€“ PhD Researcher at LMT Cachan, studying kinematic and thermal field measurement in shape memory alloys ๐Ÿ“Š

๐Ÿ† Awards & Honors:

1st Place (2008) โ€“ External Agrรฉgation in Mechanical Engineering ๐Ÿ† ย Grant Recipient โ€“ Multiple research funding awards from CNRS, Bourgogne-Franche-Comtรฉ Region, and EIPHI ๐Ÿ’ฐ ย Organizer & Committee Member โ€“ International Summer School (2022), JNC Conference (2023), Hydrogen Research Networks ๐ŸŒย STEM Outreach Advocate โ€“ Active in “Women in Science” and “La SI au fรฉminin” initiatives ๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ”ฌ

๐Ÿ” Research Focus:

๐Ÿ”ฌ Hydrogen Storage โ€“ Investigating solid-state hydrogen storage using intermetallic hydrides ๐Ÿ”‹ Thermomechanical Field Measurement โ€“ Advanced DIC & IR techniques for material analysis ๐Ÿ“ธ ย Fracture Mechanics โ€“ Researching photovoltaic silicon wafer failure mechanisms ๐Ÿญ Hydride Bed Simulation โ€“ Studying self-fragmentation (decrepitation) in hydrogen reservoirs ๐Ÿ“ก Sustainable Energy Solutions โ€“ Developing safe and efficient hydrogen storage systems for clean energy ๐ŸŒฑ

Publications

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

Multiscale Elastic Modulus Characterization of Ti0.5Fe0.45Mn0.05, an Ironโ€“Titaniumโ€“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.

Danish Khan | Energy | Best Scholar Award

Dr. Danish Khan | Energy | Best Scholar Award

Assistant Professor at Shenzhen Technology University, China

๐ŸŽ“ A dedicated scientist and educator with expertise in renewable energy and electrical engineering, specializing in perovskite solar cells. ๐ŸŒฑ Holds diverse academic and professional experience in Pakistan and China, demonstrating a passion for innovative research and teaching. ๐Ÿ’ก A dedicated scientist and educator with expertise in renewable energy and electrical engineering, specializing in perovskite solar cells. ๐ŸŒฑ Holds diverse academic and professional experience in Pakistan and China, demonstrating a passion for innovative research and teaching. ๐Ÿ’ก

Publication Profile

scholar

Education๐ŸŽ“ย 

PhD in Renewable Energy (2014.09-2019.06): Research focus on perovskite organic photovoltaics at North China Electric Power University. Masterโ€™s in Electrical Engineering (2012.09-2014.06): Specialization in insulation materials at North China Electric Power University Undergraduate in Electrical Engineering (2007.09-2011.06): Focused on insulating materials at COMSATS University, Pakistan.

Experience๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿซ

Scientist in Materials Perovskite R&D (2023.03-Present): Researching perovskite solar cells. Postdoctoral Researcher (2021.03-2023.02): Worked on doped HTMs and titanium ore solar cells at Southern University of Science and Technology. Assistant Professor (2019.09-2021.02): Taught electrical engineering and materials courses at Indus University, Pakistan, and served as part-time acting director.

Awards and Honors๐Ÿ”

HEC Pakistan Certified Doctoral Supervisor. ย Guest speaker at MEIE2020 and the 4th Symposium on Optoelectronics Materials and Devices. ย Reviewer for SCI journals.

Research Focus๐ŸŒž

Specializes in perovskite solar cells, focusing on stability, efficiency, and advanced doped HTMs. ย Expertise in materials characterization using NMR, XRD, SEM, TEM, and computational tools like Materials Studio and MATLAB.

Publications ๐Ÿ“–

๐Ÿ“˜ Competitive assessment of South Asia’s wind power industry: SWOT analysis and value chain combined model โ€“ Energy Strategy Reviews, 2020. Cited: 82.

๐ŸŒž Dopant-free phthalocyanine hole conductor for stable perovskite solar cells with 23% efficiency โ€“ Advanced Functional Materials, 2022. Cited: 67.

๐Ÿ“Š Photovoltaic power forecasting using Elman Neural Network โ€“ IEEE Conference, 2017. Cited: 43.

๐Ÿงช Nexuses Between Chemical Design and Small Molecule Hole Transport Materials โ€“ Small, 2023. Cited: 41.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Dielectric properties of transformer oil-based silica nanofluids โ€“ IEEE, 2015. Cited: 40.

โš›๏ธ Thiophene-functionalized phthalocyanine isomers for defect passivation in perovskite solar cells โ€“ Journal of Energy Chemistry, 2022. Cited: 36.

๐Ÿญ Incorporation of carbon nanotubes in organic solar cells โ€“ Ain Shams Engineering Journal, 2021. Cited: 36.

๐Ÿ”‹ Design and performance analysis of PV grid-tied systems with energy storage โ€“ Int. J. Electrical and Computer Engineering, 2021. Cited: 32.

๐ŸŒŸ Improving optical properties of SnOโ‚‚ nanoparticles via Ni doping โ€“ Current Research in Green and Sustainable Chemistry, 2021. Cited: 30.

๐ŸŒŒ Conjugated linker-boosted self-assembled monolayers for perovskite solar cells โ€“ Joule, 2024. Cited: 29.

๐ŸŒ Hybrid power forecasting with neural networks and air quality index โ€“ Int. J. Photoenergy, 2017. Cited: 26.

๐Ÿงพ Phthalocyanine in perovskite solar cells: A review โ€“ Materials Chemistry Frontiers, 2023. Cited: 22.

๐Ÿ—๏ธ Ion-Dipole interaction for inverted perovskite solar cells โ€“ Advanced Functional Materials, 2024. Cited: 20.

๐ŸŒž Charge transport-free np homojunction perovskite solar cells โ€“ Solar Energy, 2022. Cited: 20.

Conclusion

This individual is highly suitable for the Research for Best Scholar Award due to their exceptional academic credentials, impactful research contributions in renewable energy, and proven leadership skills in both academia and research. Their ability to bridge theoretical knowledge with practical applications in perovskite solar cells aligns with the award’s focus on scholarly excellence.

To further strengthen their candidacy, they could diversify their research focus, pursue interdisciplinary collaborations, and secure significant grants. With continued professional growth, this individual is well-positioned to make transformative contributions to academia and renewable energy innovation.