Sivagaami Sundari Gunasekaran | Energy Storage | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Sivagaami Sundari Gunasekaran | Energy Storage | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor Research | B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology | India

Dr. Sivagaami Sundari Gunasekaran is an accomplished researcher and academic specializing in electrochemistry, nanomaterials, and advanced energy storage technologies. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor (Research) at B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai, she has made significant contributions to the development of novel electrodes, supercapacitors, lithium-ion batteries, and hybrid energy devices. With extensive experience across academia, research institutes, and industry, she has collaborated with leading organizations in India and abroad, including the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad and Kyung Hee University, South Korea. Dr. Gunasekaran’s research spans material synthesis, electrode design, electrochemical energy conversion, and flexible energy storage technologies for next-generation applications. She has authored numerous publications in high-impact international journals, holds patents on advanced electrode materials, and has played a key role in sponsored research projects. Recognized with prestigious awards for research excellence, she continues to drive innovation in sustainable energy materials.

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Education

Dr. Sivagaami Sundari Gunasekaran pursued her academic career with a strong foundation in chemistry and electrochemistry. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Chemistry (Specialization in Cheminformatics) at Madurai Kamaraj University, followed by a Master of Science in Chemistry (Electrochemistry) from Thiruvalluvar University, Vellore. Her academic journey culminated with a Ph.D. in Chemistry (Electrochemistry) from Vels Institute of Science, Technology and Advanced Studies (VISTAS), Chennai, Her doctoral research focused on the synthesis of nanostructured carbon and electrode materials for electrochemical energy storage devices, integrating principles of nanotechnology, electrochemistry, and sustainable materials. Throughout her education, she gained expertise in advanced synthesis techniques, electrochemical testing, and device fabrication, laying a strong foundation for her later contributions to batteries, supercapacitors, and hybrid systems. Her academic training reflects a balance of theoretical understanding and hands-on laboratory expertise in materials science and electrochemical energy research.

Experience

Dr. Gunasekaran has over a decade of multidisciplinary experience in research, teaching, and industry, particularly in energy storage materials and devices. She began her career as a Research Associate at Alagappa University, working on advanced electrodes for energy storage systems, followed by positions at IIT Hyderabad focusing on electrodes for supercapacitors and flexible devices. She later worked as Quality and Technical Support Executive at Dupont/Celanese Corporations, where she gained expertise in quality assurance, testing, and industrial standards. Returning to academia, she advanced as Research Associate and then Assistant Professor (Research) at B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology, contributing to Li/Na-ion batteries, supercapacitors, and electrochemical sensors. She is also a Visiting Research Scientist at Kyung Hee University, South Korea, working on sustainable electrode materials. Her roles have combined project leadership, collaboration with industry, training students, and delivering impactful research in nanomaterials and electrochemical energy systems.

Research Focus

Dr. Gunasekaran’s research is centered on advanced materials for sustainable electrochemical energy storage and conversion. Her work spans the design and development of electrode and electrolyte systems for lithium-ion batteries, sodium-ion batteries, supercapacitors, and hybrid energy devices. She specializes in nanostructured carbon materials, polymer nanocomposites, bio-derived materials, and redox-active electrolytes, focusing on their role in improving energy density, cycling stability, and safety. She is also engaged in the development of flexible and wearable energy storage technologies, aligning with the growing demand for portable electronics and electric vehicles. Her projects include industrial collaborations on graphene-based electrodes, bio-inspired nanomaterials, and hybrid solid-state batteries. She combines advanced synthesis techniques such as hydrothermal processing, electrodeposition, and chemical vapor deposition with state-of-the-art characterization and electrochemical testing. Her ultimate research vision is to create low-cost, scalable, and environmentally sustainable energy solutions, bridging fundamental science with real-world applications for clean and renewable technologies.

Awards and Honors

Dr. Sivagaami Sundari Gunasekaran has received multiple prestigious awards recognizing her outstanding contributions to research and innovation. she was honored with the Best Women Researcher Award by KSR College of Arts and Science for Women during the International Conference on Nanotechnology and Material Science The same year, she received the Best Researcher Award from the International Journal of Microbial Science and My Rays Publication Center, India. Her excellence in scientific contributions was further acknowledged through the Research Excellence Award from the Social Development Federation, Uttar Pradesh. These distinctions reflect her leadership in advancing electrochemical energy storage technologies, her impactful publications in reputed journals, and her ability to bridge academic research with industrial applications. Alongside awards, her role as organizing secretary and invited speaker at international conferences underscores her recognition within the global scientific community, highlighting her as a rising leader in sustainable energy materials.

Publication Top Notes

High-performance solid-state supercapacitor based on sustainable synthesis of meso-macro porous carbon derived from hemp fibres via CO2 activation

Cited By: 76
Year: 2021
Single step, direct pyrolysis assisted synthesis of nitrogen-doped porous carbon nanosheets derived from bamboo wood for high energy density asymmetric supercapacitor
Cited By : 75
Year: 2021

Partially graphitic nanoporous activated carbon prepared from biomass for supercapacitor application

Cited By : 65
Year: 2018

Phytogenic generation of NiO nanoparticles as green-electrode material for high performance asymmetric supercapacitor applications

Cited By 61
Year: 2021

Conclusion

Dr. Sivagaami Sundari Gunasekaran’s impressive research experience, publication record, and patents make her a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her awards and recognition further demonstrate her capabilities. With some additional interdisciplinary collaboration, global impact, and research funding, she could further solidify her position as a leading researcher in her field.

Xiaoqing high | Analysis for Hydrology |Young Scientist Award

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Prof. Xianfeng Li | All solid state lithium battery | Young Scientist Award

researcher at Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China

A distinguished researcher in chemical engineering, specializing in energy storage and battery technologies, with extensive contributions to solid-state lithium batteries and lithium-sulfur systems. Currently a Researcher at the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics (DICP), Chinese Academy of Sciences, they have authored over 100 high-impact papers with an H-index of 51 and 8,900+ citations. Recognized globally, they are part of the world’s top 2% of scientists (2022-2024).

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🎓 Education

🏅 2013-2018: Doctor of Engineering, Chemical Engineering, DICP, Chinese Academy of Sciences (Supervisor: Zhang Huamin) 2016-2018: Joint Ph.D. Trainee, University of Western Ontario (Mentor: Sun Xueliang)  2009-2013: Bachelor of Engineering, Anhui University (Supervisor: Zhou Hongping) – GPA 3.64/4.0, ranked 2/86

🧪 Experience

🔬 2022-Present: Researcher, DICP, Chinese Academy of Sciences 2021-2022: Associate Researcher, DICP 2018-2021: Postdoctoral Fellow, University of Western Ontario (Supervisor: Sun Xueliang  2013-2018: PhD Researcher, DICP  2016-2018: Joint PhD, University of Western Ontario

🏆 Awards and Honors

⭐ 2023: Outstanding Youth of Liaoning Province 2022: Special Talent Program, Chinese Academy of Sciences  2022: “Zhang Dayu” Young Scholar  2020: Mitacs Elevate Fellowship 2018: Yanchang Petroleum Outstanding Doctoral Scholarship  2017: National Scholarship  2017: “Lu Jiaxi” Outstanding Graduate Award

🔋 Research Focus

⚡ Solid-state lithium battery materials and device development  Lithium-sulfur batteries: cathode design, ion/electron transport Structural design for lithium dendrite inhibitio  Metal sulfide electrocatalysis for high-load batteries  High-voltage/high-power battery optimization

Publications 📖

1. 📝 Improved sodium storage performance via regulating surface oxygen containing functional groups and microstructure of lignin-derived hard carbon

Authors: Mirza, S., Han, J., Ying, G., Zheng, Q., Li, X.

Journal: Journal of Energy Storage, 2025, 107, 114969

Citations: 0

2. 🧪 Zinc-Ferricyanide Flow Batteries Operating Stably under −10 °C

Authors: Zhi, L., Liao, C., Xu, P., Yuan, Z., Li, X.

Journal: Angewandte Chemie International Edition, 2024, 63(51), e202412559

Citations: 1

3. 🔬 In Situ Molecular Reconfiguration of Pyrene Redox-Active Molecules for High-Performance Aqueous Organic Flow Batteries

Authors: Ge, G., Li, F., Yang, M., Zhang, C., Li, X.

Journal: Advanced Materials, 2024, 36(49), 2412197

Citations: 0

4. ⚡ Unveiling Intercalation Chemistry via Interference-Free Characterization Toward Advanced Aqueous Zinc/Vanadium Pentoxide Batteries

Authors: Li, X., Xu, Y., Chen, X., Li, X., Fu, Q.

Journal: Advanced Science, 2024, 11(40), 2405134

Citations: 1

5. 🌱 Air-stable naphthalene derivative-based electrolytes for sustainable aqueous flow batteries

Authors: Zhao, Z., Li, T., Zhang, C., Li, S., Li, X.

Journal: Nature Sustainability, 2024, 7(10), 1273–1282

Citations: 0

6. 🔋 Surface passivation of lithium nitride as pre-lithiation reagents to enhance its air-stability

Authors: Liu, C., Zhang, H., Li, T., Yang, X., Li, X.

Journal: Journal of Energy Storage, 2024, 99, 113256

Citations: 0

7. ⚙️ Bismuth Single Atoms Regulated Graphite Felt Electrode Boosting High Power Density Vanadium Flow Batteries

Authors: Xing, F., Fu, Q., Xing, F., Liu, T., Li, X.

Journal: Journal of the American Chemical Society, 2024, 146(38), 26024–26033

Citations: 0

8. 🧱 A sub-10 μm Ion Conducting Membrane with an Ultralow Area Resistance for a High-Power Density Vanadium Flow Battery

Authors: Shi, M., Lu, W., Li, X.

Journal: ACS Applied Energy Materials, 2024, 7(18), 7576–7583

Citations: 5

9. 🔧 SEI/dead Li-turning capacity loss for high-performance anode-free solid-state lithium batteries

Authors: Yin, Q., Li, T., Zhang, H., Yang, X., Li, X.

Journal: Journal of Energy Chemistry, 2024, 96, 145–152

Citations: 1

10. 🧩 Carbon Nanotube Network Induces Porous Deposited MnO2 for High-Areal Capacity Zn/Mn Batteries

Authors: Liu, Y., Xie, C., Li, X.

Journal: Small, 2024, 20(35), 2402026

Citations: 2

Conclusion

Prof. Xianfeng Li exemplifies the qualities sought in candidates for the Research for Young Scientist Award. His pioneering work, prolific publication record, and prestigious accolades demonstrate his readiness to receive this honor. With minor enhancements in global collaborations and industry engagement, his career trajectory is poised to achieve even greater scientific breakthroughs.

Seyed Ali Hoseini | Lithium Ion Battery| Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Seyed Ali Hoseini | Lithium Ion Battery | Best Researcher Award

Author at  University of Tehran, Iran

Seyed Ali Hoseini is a doctoral candidate at the University of Tehran, specializing in nanotechnology engineering with a focus on nanoelectronics. He is a passionate researcher in the areas of lithium-ion batteries, conductive scaffolds, and high-k materials. Ali has contributed to several publications and is dedicated to advancing energy storage technologies. He holds top academic distinctions, having been ranked first in both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees. He is an active member of the Nano-fabricated Energy Devices Lab, where he works on improving battery and supercapacitor performance. His expertise in nanomaterials, electrochemistry, and simulation modeling is reflected in his work on advanced materials for energy devices.

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Education 🎓

Ali Hoseini is pursuing a Ph.D. in Nanotechnology Engineering (Nanoelectronics) at the University of Tehran since 2020. He holds a master’s degree from Hakim Sabzevari University, where he ranked first in his class. His thesis focused on the design and simulation of pentacene-based field-effect transistors for bacteria detection. He completed his bachelor’s degree at Shahid Sattari Aeronautical University of Science, where he again ranked first. His academic excellence is reflected in a high GPA of 18.62/20 for his master’s and 18.86/20 for his bachelor’s.

Experience 🔬

Seyed Ali Hoseini’s research experience spans several roles, primarily as a Research Assistant at the Nano-fabricated Energy Devices Lab at the University of Tehran. He focuses on material synthesis for lithium-ion batteries and has hands-on experience with electrode slurry preparation, cell assembly, and electrochemical testing. Ali has also worked on COMSOL simulation and modeling, as well as semiconductor simulations using Silvaco. He is proficient in thin-film fabrication techniques, including chemical vapor deposition and sputtering. His work extends to electrochemical characterization techniques like CV, GCD, and EIS.⚙️🧪

Awards and Honors🏆

Ali Hoseini has consistently excelled academically, achieving first place in both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees. His research contributions have led to multiple publications in high-impact journals. He has also received recognition for his innovative work in nanotechnology and energy storage. His outstanding academic and research achievements have earned him various awards, including a prestigious research assistantship at the University of Tehran.

Research Focus🔬

Seyed Ali Hoseini’s research focuses on improving the performance of lithium-ion batteries and supercapacitors using nanostructured scaffolds and high-k materials. His work aims to enhance the efficiency of energy storage devices by optimizing electrode materials and structural designs. He also investigates electrochemical processes to improve the durability and cycle life of batteries. His expertise extends to simulation and modeling, material synthesis, and electrochemical testing. Ali is committed to advancing sustainable energy storage solutions through cutting-edge nanotechnology. 🔋

Publication  Top Notes

 

Design and Optimization of a CMOS Power Amplifier Using Innovative Fractional-Order Particle Swarm Optimization

Authors: S.A. Hosseini, A. Hajipour, H. Tavakoli

Journal: Applied Soft Computing, 85, 105831 (2019)

Summary: This study focuses on the design and optimization of a CMOS power amplifier using fractional-order particle swarm optimization, an advanced optimization technique applied to improve amplifier performance. ⚡🔧

Lithium Demand and Cyclability Trade‐Off in Conductive Nanostructure Scaffolds in Terms of Different Tortuosity Parameters

Authors: S. Ali Hoseini, S. Mohajerzadeh, Z. Sanaee

Journal: ChemElectroChem, e202400428 (2024)

Summary: This research explores the relationship between lithium demand and cyclability in conductive nanostructure scaffolds, focusing on how various tortuosity parameters affect performance in energy storage devices like lithium-ion batteries. 🔋🧪

طراحی و شبیه سازی زیست حسگر تشخیص باکتری ایشرشیا کولی با استفاده از ترانزیستور اثر میدان ارگانیک بر روی نیم رسانای پنتاسین‎

Authors: سیدعلی حسینی, محمدهادی شاهرخ آبادی

Journal: مهندسی برق (دانشکده فنی دانشگاه تبریز), 50, 669-678 (2020)

Summary: This paper discusses the design and simulation of a biosensor for detecting Escherichia coli bacteria using an organic field-effect transistor based on pentacene semiconductor material. 🦠

Conclusion

Seyed Ali Hoseini is an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award, with a robust track record in innovative research in nanotechnology, energy storage, and electrochemical systems. His exceptional academic performance, cutting-edge contributions to lithium-ion battery technology, and interdisciplinary research skills make him a standout figure in his field. While there are areas for potential improvement, particularly in global collaborations and commercialization efforts, his research promises to drive forward both technological advancements and sustainable solutions in energy storage. Thus, he is highly deserving of recognition as a leading researcher in the field of energy and nanotechnology.