Hao Xiong | Mechanics of Functional and Intelligent Materials | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Hao Xiong | Mechanics of Functional and Intelligent Materials | Best Researcher Award

Lecturership at Luoyang Institute of Science and Technology | China

Dr. Hao Xiong is a distinguished academic and materials scientist currently serving as a lecturer at the Luoyang Institute of Science and Technology, China. He obtained his doctoral degree from the South China University of Technology, where he established a strong foundation in materials engineering, focusing particularly on the field of advanced ceramics. His scholarly work emphasizes the synthesis, processing, and characterization of ceramic-based materials with a special interest in enhancing the mechanical strength and toughness of structural ceramics through innovative compositional design and microstructural optimization. Dr. Xiong’s research extends to the field of foamed ceramics, where he explores novel strategies for improving thermal insulation performance while promoting environmental sustainability through the recycling and reutilization of ceramic waste materials. His contributions aim to bridge the gap between material functionality and eco-friendly production, aligning with the growing need for sustainable industrial development. He is deeply engaged in investigating the interrelationships between the microstructure, phase composition, and mechanical behavior of ceramics to achieve multifunctional performance under extreme conditions. As a researcher, Dr. Xiong has demonstrated an enduring commitment to innovation in ceramic science, continuously working toward the development of next-generation ceramic composites that combine lightweight properties, superior strength, and high-temperature stability. His academic endeavors contribute significantly to advancing the understanding of ceramic material systems and fostering the application of waste-derived materials in industrial and environmental technologies, making him an emerging leader in the interdisciplinary field of sustainable materials engineering.

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Featured Publications:

Li, R., Shan, Q., Wang, D., Tian, X., Qian, J., & Xiong, H. (2025). Mechanical strength increment in Cf/Al composites achieved by optimizing chemical vapor deposition‐SiC interphase. Advanced Engineering Materials.

Xiong, H., Li, B., Xi, X., & Shan, Q. (2023). Preparation of graded silicon nitride ceramics with high mechanical performance using β-Si₃N₄ seeds. Ceramics International.

Xiong, H., Shui, A., Shan, Q., & Du, B. (2022). High-strength building materials by recycling porcelain stoneware waste with aluminum powder. Journal of Cleaner Production.

Xiong, H., Shui, A., Shan, Q., Cai, M., Xi, X., & Du, B. (2022). The cause of foaming in polishing porcelain stoneware tile residues during sintering: Interface corrosion of silicate-SiC. Journal of the European Ceramic Society.

Xiong, H., Shui, A., Shan, Q., Zeng, S., Xi, X., & Du, B. (2022). Foaming mechanism of polishing porcelain stoneware tile residues via adding C, Al, and Si powder. Journal of the European Ceramic Society.

Xiong, H., Shui, A., Shan, Q., Zeng, S., Xi, X., & Du, B. (2021). Fabrication of foamed ceramics with enhanced compressive strength and low thermal conductivity via a simple route. Materials Chemistry and Physics.

Arash NourbakhshSadabad | Mechanics of Functional and Intelligent Materials | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Arash NourbakhshSadabad | Mechanics of Functional and Intelligent Materials | Best Researcher Award

Researcher at University of Tabriz | Iran

Dr. Arash Nourbakhsh Sadabad is a distinguished Iranian mechanical engineer specializing in Energy Conversion, with profound expertise in fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and energy systems optimization. Holding a Ph.D. from the University of Tabriz, he has demonstrated exceptional academic and professional excellence through numerous research contributions, innovations, and leadership roles. As the CEO of Bornafidar Rasa Company and a university lecturer, he has successfully bridged the gap between theory and industrial application, designing and developing advanced engineering systems such as handheld spray devices, 3D spacer mesh equipment, vacuum forming machines, and GPC wall panels for the first time in Iran. His research and publications reflect a deep focus on hydrogen production and liquefaction, pump design optimization, heat transfer analysis, turbomachinery performance, renewable energy systems, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) using advanced simulation tools like ANSYS, CATIA, MATLAB, OpenFOAM, and Python. Dr. Nourbakhsh has co-authored and authored several academic and scientific books published by Asr Zendegi, and his scholarly works appear in reputable journals and international conferences, addressing topics such as exergy analysis, cavitation, aerodynamic performance, and energy-efficient design. Recognized as an exemplary and elite student by multiple foundations, he has been honored with awards at national and international scientific festivals, including the Creative Academic Award and multiple Harakat Festival distinctions. His patents on hydraulic systems, solar-powered devices, and smart mechanical structures further showcase his innovative capabilities. Beyond research, he has held significant academic leadership roles as Secretary-General of the National Mechanical Union, scientific association leader, and advisor to the Ministry of Science, contributing to Iran’s mechanical engineering advancement and nurturing future innovators in mechanical and energy sciences.

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Featured Publications:

Nourbakhsh, A., Nami Khalilehdeh, M., Faramarzi, S., & Mafi, M. (2021). Energy, exergy and economic analysis of a hydrogen liquefaction process integrated with a PRICO cycle. Gas Processing Journal, 9(2), 83–102.

Aryanfar, Y., Keçebaş, A., Nourbakhsh Sadabad, A., Alcaraz, J. L. G., Fernandez, J. B., & Wu, W. (2024). Production of biodiesel from industrial sludge: Recent progress, challenges, perspective. Processes, 12(11), 2517.

Castellanos, H. G., Aryanfar, Y., Nourbakhsh Sadabad, A., Keçebaş, A., Youssef, M., & others. (2025). Integrating solar energy in urban development: Strategies for sustainable and smart cities. International Transactions on Electrical Energy Systems, 2025(1), 6096036.

Nourbakhsh Sadabad, A., Namikhalilehdeh, M., Abdollahi, S. A., & Ranjbar, F. (2024). A review of the methods of experimental detection and vibration effects of cavitation phenomenon in centrifugal pump. Journal of Pump, 39(54), 15–32.

Aryanfar, Y., Nourbakhsh Sadabad, A., Nami Khalilehdeh, M., Keçebaş, A., Mirzaei, F., & others. (2024). Synthetic biodegradable polymers as adsorbents of dyes. Elsevier.

 

Omid Safari | Mechanics of Functional and Smart Structures | Excellence in Innovation Award

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Dr. Omid Safari | Mechanics of Functional and Smart Structures | Excellence in Innovation Award

Biosilage Production at Ferdowsi University of Mashhad | Iran

Dr. Omid Safari is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Natural Resources and Environment, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Iran, recognized for his extensive research contributions in aquaculture nutrition, aquafeed formulation, and aquatic animal physiology. His scholarly work spans diverse areas including fishmeal substitution with microbial and plant-based protein hydrolysates, dietary pigment supplementation for enhanced growth and coloration in crustaceans, synergistic effects of synbiotics and yeast extracts on Nile tilapia immunity, and the utilization of agricultural by-products in sustainable aquafeed production. He has explored the influence of functional feed additives such as Monascus purpureus, humic acid, nanozeolite powder, and apple cider vinegar on growth, immunity, and biochemical indices of species like Oreochromis niloticus, Pontastacus leptodactylus, and Oncorhynchus mykiss. Dr. Safari’s publications also encompass studies on the dietary impact of Chlorella vulgaris, sodium propionate nanoencapsulation, alginate-immobilized microalgae beads for water purification, and biosorption in recirculating aquaculture systems. His investigations extend to antioxidant defenses, digestive enzyme modulation, and gut microbiota improvement through innovative supplementation with organic acids, synbiotics, probiotics, and phytogenic compounds such as Ferula asafoetida, Allium sativum, and Punica granatum extracts. He has contributed significantly to feed process optimization using single and twin-screw extrusion technology, live feed culture, and the valorization of aquaculture waste through fermentation and biological silage production. His collaboration with national and international partners, including studies on crayfish, seabreams, and sturgeons, highlights his global research impact. With a Scopus h-index of 23 and Web of Science h-index of 20, Dr. Safari’s scientific output demonstrates his leadership in aquaculture feed innovation, environmental sustainability, and the advancement of fish health and performance under varied nutritional and environmental regimes.

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Featured Publications:

 (2025). The effect of multimodal educational interventions on improving the lifestyle of the elderly: A quasi-experimental study. BMC Public Health.

 (2025). Evaluating the impact of Monascus purpureus pigment supplementation in the diet on growth performance, fillet color, hemolymph composition, and stress resistance in narrow-clawed crayfish (Pontastacus leptodactylus). Aquaculture International.

 (2025). Assessing the effects of partially replacing fishmeal with peanut meal on growth, body composition, digestibility, and immunity in juvenile beluga (Huso huso). Journal of the World Aquaculture Society.

 (2025). Synergistic effects of synbiotic and hydrolyzed yeast extract in the diet on growth performance, hemato-immunological responses, and digestive enzyme activities of Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) fry. Aquaculture International.

(2025). The impact of apple cider vinegar on nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in rainbow trout, Oncorhynchus mykiss: A study of therapeutic potential and health benefits. Journal of the World Aquaculture Society.