Liang Liu | Materials Design | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Liang Liu | Materials Design | Best Researcher Award 

Dean at School of Materials Science and Engineering | China

Dr. Liu Liang is a professor of Materials Science and Engineering and currently serves as Dean of the School of Materials Science and Engineering at Liaoning University of Technology. He holds a strong academic background in metal materials engineering and materials science, earning his bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees from Jilin University under the supervision of Prof. Jiang Qing. Over the years, he has advanced through roles as lecturer, associate professor, vice dean, and graduate school associate director before assuming his current leadership position. His research interests include high-entropy alloys, alloy composition design and solidification theory, control of alloy microstructure and properties, and electromagnetic pulse treatment technology in alloy melting and solidification. He has published 43 peer-reviewed papers with 595 citations across 540 documents and holds an h-index of 14, with contributions in leading journals such as Materials Science & Engineering A, Journal of Alloys and Compounds, Advanced Engineering Materials, Scripta Materialia, and Nature. Dr. Liu has led multiple national and provincial research projects focused on alloy design, solidification mechanisms, and microstructural regulation, while also serving as a reviewer for several top international journals. He is actively engaged in academic societies, serving as a communication review expert for the National Natural Science Foundation of China and holding memberships in branches of the Chinese Society for Metals and the Chinese Mechanical Engineering Society. Recognized for his academic achievements and professional service, Dr. Liu continues to drive innovation in high-entropy alloys and structural materials, bridging fundamental research with industrial applications and mentoring future scientists, thereby establishing himself as a leading figure in advanced materials research.

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Featured Publications

An innovative laser welding strategy for B2-structured high-entropy intermetallic compound alloys. (2025). Materials & Design.

Multi-principal element alloy with ultrafine and high-density L12 nanoparticles. (2025). Materials Science and Engineering .

Synthesis and electrochemical properties of Al-doped modified LiNi0.8Co0.1Mn0.1-xAlxO2 cathode materials. (2025). Huaxue Gongcheng / Chemical Engineering China.

A novel modification strategy: Pulse electric current treatment optimizes the structure of lithium-rich manganese-based cathode materials to enhance electrochemical performance. (2025). Materials Letters.

Geraldo Wilson Fernandes | Ecologia | Best Academic Researcher Award

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Dr. Geraldo Wilson Fernandes | Ecologia | Best Academic Researcher Award

Professor Titular,University of Minas Gerais ,Brazil

 

Prof. Geraldo Wilson Afonso Fernandes stands out as an internationally respected ecologist with over four decades of contributions to science. He is a thought leader in ecosystem restoration, biodiversity conservation, and ecological interactions. His CNPq 1A fellowship, global collaborations, and leadership in impactful ecological projects make him a model candidate for any high-level research award.

 

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Education:


Geraldo Wilson Afonso Fernandes holds a Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences from the Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG), Brazil, earned in 1983. He completed both his M.Sc. (1987) and Ph.D. (1992) in Ecology and Evolutionary Ecology at Northern Arizona University (NAU), USA, under the supervision of Dr. Peter W. Price. His postgraduate research focused on the distribution patterns and mechanisms of gall-forming insects. He has also completed two postdoctoral fellowships: one at Stanford University (2015–2016), where he served as a Tinker Professor, and another at the University of Seville (2019–2020), supported by CAPES.

Professional Experience;


Fernandes is a highly respected ecologist and a CNPq Level 1A Research Productivity Fellow in Brazil. Over his career, he has held visiting professorships at the University of Alberta (2011), Stanford University (2016), and the University of Seville (2020). He is affiliated with several graduate programs in Brazil, including Ecology, Conservation and Wildlife Management, Genetics (both at UFMG), Biodiversity and Natural Resource Use (UNIMONTES), and the Recovery of Degraded Areas (UFV). Internationally, he collaborates with research programs in Mexico, including INECOL, UNAM, and the University of Seville.

Research Focus:


His research is centered on biodiversity, ecosystem services, community ecology, herbivory, environmental monitoring, ecological restoration, climate change, chemical ecology, and ecological interactions. He has made significant contributions to understanding the ecological roles of gall-forming insects and the biogeography of biodiversity patterns. He also leads a major international project under the CYTED program (Spain), focusing on the role of protected areas in supporting ecosystem services, particularly the ecological and economic implications of pollinator declines.

Skills:


Fernandes is an expert in ecological monitoring, biodiversity assessment, and ecosystem service evaluation. His skillset also includes field-based ecological research, data analysis, bioprospecting, and the development of phytotherapeutic and biodiversity-based products. His interdisciplinary expertise spans environmental science, chemical ecology, and climate-related ecological modeling.

Awards and Recognition:


In 2018, Fernandes was elected a full member of the Brazilian Academy of Sciences—one of the highest academic honors in the country. He has received multiple fellowships and awards from Brazilian research agencies, including CNPq and CAPES. His academic distinction is further underscored by his long-standing role as a top-tier CNPq researcher (Level 1A).

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Conclusion:

Dr. Xiang Que demonstrates an excellent balance of academic rigor, research innovation, and potential for Prof. Geraldo W. A. Fernandes is exceptionally qualified for the Best Researcher Award, and his career reflects the award’s ideals of global scientific leadership, innovation in ecological research, and long-standing academic excellence. Any recognition bestowed upon him would not only be deserved but would also uplift the visibility of critical ecological and biodiversity research in the Global South.

Natalia Ramírez Giraldo | biomateriales | Young Researcher Award

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Mrs. Natalia Ramírez Giraldo | biomateriales | Young Researcher Award

Central University of Valle del Cauca ,Colombia

 

Natalia Ramírez Giraldo is a promising young researcher in biomedical engineering with demonstrated dedication to advancing knowledge in biomaterials and drug delivery. Her hands-on involvement in multidisciplinary research and commitment to scientific development make her a strong candidate for early-career research recognition.

 

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Education

Natalia Ramírez Giraldo is a Colombian biomedical engineering professional who has pursued extensive academic and complementary training. She completed various diploma courses at the Unidad Central del Valle del Cauca, including “Investigative Tools for Academic Writing” (2022), “Biomaterials with Emphasis on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine” (2023), and the “Permanent Research Chair” (2023). Additionally, she engaged in technical training in electronics from institutions such as the Carlos Slim Foundation and P4H Bionics Academy. She has also completed English language training between 2017 and 2020. In 2024 and 2025, she expanded her knowledge further through courses at the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) and Politécnico Superior de Colombia, focusing on biorobotics, FTIR analysis, cell viability, electrospinning, and academic didactics.

Experience

Natalia has participated in numerous national and international scientific events as a speaker, assistant, and organizer. She presented technical works on the development and analysis of orally disintegrating polymeric films (ODFs) for drug delivery at events such as the REDCOLSI research meetings, REDBIOT Congress, and institutional biomedical weeks. She has collaborated with organizations like Universidad de Cartagena, Universidad Libre, Universidad Santiago de Cali, UNAM, and Unidad Central del Valle del Cauca, where she also contributed as an event organizer.

Skills

Natalia possesses a multidisciplinary skill set that spans biomedical engineering, biomaterials, tissue engineering, and medical device development. Her technical expertise includes drug delivery systems, electrospinning, solvent casting, in vitro cell viability assessment, and FTIR spectroscopy. She also demonstrates proficiency in academic research writing and university-level teaching methodologies, supported by her didactics training.

Awards

Her academic excellence has been recognized multiple times. She received the “Buena Nota” student awards from the Unidad Central del Valle del Cauca in 2023 and 2024, and was honored with the “Excelencia SENA” award in 2021 by the SENA Agropecuario Center in Valle del Cauca.

Research Focus

Natalia Ramírez Giraldo’s research is centered on biomedical engineering, particularly the design and evaluation of biopolymer-based drug delivery systems such as orally disintegrating films. Her work explores the physicochemical properties and release profiles of pharmaceutical compounds like acetaminophen. She emphasizes methods like solvent casting, electrospinning, and additive manufacturing for film development. Her recent peer-reviewed publication in Applied Sciences (MDPI) investigates the in vitro dissolution of polysaccharide-based ODFs.

Publications:

  • Title: Physicochemical Properties and In Vitro Dissolution of Orally Disintegrating Films Based on Polysaccharides: The Case of Acetaminophen

  • Journal: Applied Sciences

  • Year: 2025

 

  • Title: Physicochemical Properties and In Vitro Dissolution of Edible Film Based on Starch-Chitosan Used as a Potential Oral Drug Carrier: Model Using Acetaminophen

  • Platform: Preprints

  • Year: 2025

Conclusion:

Dr. Xiang Que demonstrates an excellent balance of academic rigor, research innovation, and potential for applied impact. His contributions to spatiotemporal analysis and geoinformatics are both timely and critical to advancing the field. With some improvements in collaboration, visibility, and funding, he is well-positioned for continued success in the academic and applied research domains.