SHAOYUN ZHOU | New Drug Formulations and Technologies | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Zhiwei Xiong | New Drug Formulations and Technologies | Best Researcher Award 

Designated assistant professor at  Nagoya University Japan

Dr. SHAOYUN ZHOU is a Designated Assistant Professor at Nagoya University, Japan, specializing in mechanical system engineering. With a PhD from Tohoku University, he has extensively researched additive manufacturing, dissimilar material bonding, and porous metals. He has held notable research positions, including a fellowship at RWTH Aachen University, Germany, and served as an online exchange student at Helmut Schmidt University.Dr. SHAOYUN ZHOU has been awarded multiple prestigious research grants and is widely recognized for his contributions to advanced materials research. His work bridges mechanical engineering and materials science, pushing the boundaries of additive manufacturing and bonding technologies.

Publication Profile

Education 🎓

 

PhD of Mechanical System Engineering | Tohoku University, Japan (2019-2022) 🎓Master of Mechanical System Engineering | Tohoku University, Japan (2017-2019) 🎓Bachelor of Mechanical Design, Manufacture, and Automation | Hefei University of Technology, China (2013-2017) 🎓Visiting Research Student | RWTH Aachen University, Germany (2019) 🌍Online Exchange Student | Helmut Schmidt University, Germany (2022) 🌐His academic journey reflects a global research mindset, with prestigious fellowships and exchange programs at leading institutions.

Experience 👩‍🏫

Designated Assistant Professor | Nagoya University, Japan (2022.10 – Present) 👩‍🏫Research Assistant | Graduate Program for Integration of Mechanical Systems, Tohoku University, Japan (2018.10 – 2022.09) 🔬Visiting Research Student | RWTH Aachen University, Germany (2019) 🔍

Awards and Honors 🏆

🏆 2023 Toyota Research Institute Grant | 1,000,000 JPY 🏆 2023 Epson International Scholarship Grant | 1,000,000 JPY 🏆 Aluminum Research Grant FY 2023 | 800,000 JPY
🏆 Next Generation Researcher Support Project | Japan Science and Technology Agency (2021-2022) 🏆 RWTH Aachen University Research Fellowship | Germany (2019) 🏆 Tohoku University President Fellowship | Japan (2018-2022)

Research Focus 🚀

Additive Manufacturing 🛠️Dissimilar Material Bonding 🔗Porous Metals 🌐Ceramic Coatings 🏗️CFRP Metallization 🚀

Dr. SHAOYUN ZHOU ‘s research focuses on cutting-edge technologies in manufacturing and material engineering, exploring the integration of metals, ceramics, and polymers for innovative solutions in aerospace, automotive, and electronics industries.

Publication:

  • Thermal Effects in Sn Coating on a Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic by Cold Spraying
    • Journal: Journal of Thermal Spray Technology
    • Year: 2021
    • Citations: 20
    • This study investigates how thermal effects impact Sn coatings on carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) when applied using cold spray technology.
  • Adhesion Mechanism of Cold-Sprayed Sn Coatings on Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastics
    • Journal: Applied Surface Science
    • Year: 2022
    • Citations: 18
    • Explores the adhesion mechanisms between Sn coatings and CFRP when using the cold spray process.
  • Effect of Y2O3 Amount on Oxidation Behavior of ZrB2-SiC-Based Coatings for Carbon/Carbon Composites
    • Journal: Journal of the European Ceramic Society
    • Year: 2022
    • Citations: 16
    • Examines how varying Y2O3 content affects oxidation in ZrB2-SiC coatings applied to carbon/carbon composites.
  • Dynamic Recrystallization of Sn Coatings on Carbon-Fiber-Reinforced Plastics During Cold Spray Additive Manufacturing
    • Journal: Additive Manufacturing
    • Year: 2022
    • Citations: 10
    • Focuses on how dynamic recrystallization occurs in Sn coatings on CFRP during cold spray additive manufacturing.
  • Development and Characterization of Photocatalytic GaN Coatings by Cold Spray Process
    • Journal: Journal of Thermal Spray Technology
    • Year: 2021
    • Citations: 7
    • Describes the development and properties of photocatalytic GaN coatings applied via cold spray.
  • Adhesion Mechanism of Temperature Effects on Sn Coating on Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer Substrate by Cold Spray
    • Source: arXiv preprint
    • Year: 2020
    • Citations: 6
    • Analyzes the impact of temperature on adhesion between Sn coatings and CFRP.
  • Interfacial Oxidation and Boundary Amorphization Deposition Mechanisms of GaN Powder on Metallic Substrate by Low-Pressure Cold Spraying
    • Journal: Applied Surface Science
    • Year: 2023
    • Citations: 4
    • Investigates the interfacial oxidation and amorphization mechanisms when depositing GaN powder on metallic substrates.
  • Amount of Hydrogen Absorbed into 316L Austenitic Stainless Steel and Its Correlation with Properties of Oxide Film, Dissolved Oxygen Concentration, and Low-Cycle Fatigue
    • Journal: Corrosion Science
    • Year: 2022
    • Citations: 2
    • Studies the correlation between hydrogen absorption and oxide film properties in 316L stainless steel.
  • Design of Wall Climbing Robot with Non-Magnetic Surface
    • Source: Intelligent Robotics and Applications
    • Year: 2019
    • Citations: 2
    • Focuses on designing a wall-climbing robot capable of adhering to non-magnetic surfaces.
  • Investigation of the Microstructure and Oxidation Behavior of Monolayer and Bilayer ZrB2-SiC-Y2O3/SiC Coatings on C/C Composites
    • Journal: Surface and Coatings Technology
    • Year: 2024
    • Citations: 1
    • Investigates the microstructure and oxidation behavior of coatings on carbon/carbon composites.
  • Feasibility Study of GaN Coatings by Cold Spray Technique
    • Source: ITSC2019
    • Year: 2019
    • Citations: 1
    • A feasibility study on applying GaN coatings using the cold spray technique.
  • Fe/Polymer Joining via Fe/TiB2 Composite Structures via In-Situ Laser-Induced Reaction of Fe-Ti-B System: Effect of Powder Composition
    • Journal: Journal of Advanced Joining Processes
    • Year: 2024

Conclusion:

The candidate is highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award, thanks to their substantial research output, international academic exposure, and strong track record in securing competitive funding. With slight improvements in industry collaboration, leadership roles, and publication reach, they have the potential to become a leading figure in the field of mechanical engineering research.