Jincai Zhang | Experimental Design | Best Researcher Award

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Jincai Zhang | Experimental Design | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr Jincai Zhang, Shanxi University, China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jincai Zhang 🎓🔬 is a materials scientist specializing in industrial waste utilization and inorganic materials. He earned his Ph.D. (2012) and Master’s (2006) from the Institute of Coal Chemistry, CAS, and a Bachelor’s from Hunan University (1999). Currently an Associate Professor at Shanxi University 🏫, he was a visiting scholar at the National University of Singapore (2022-2023) 🌏. His research focuses on advanced materials, inorganic fibers, and coatings, with numerous publications in high-impact journals 📚. His work contributes to sustainable material development and environmental engineering 🌱⚙️.

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Education background

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jincai Zhang 🎓🔬 is an expert in material science with a strong academic background. He earned his Ph.D. (2009-2012) and Master’s degree (2003-2006) in Material Science from the Institute of Coal Chemistry, CAS 🏛️⚛️. His journey began with a Bachelor’s degree in Corrosion and Protection from Hunan University (1995-1999) 🏗️🛡️. With extensive research experience, Dr. Zhang has contributed significantly to material protection and coal chemistry. His expertise spans corrosion prevention, advanced materials, and industrial applications 🏭⚙️. As an Associate Professor, he continues to inspire innovation in material science, driving advancements in sustainable technologies 🌍🔎.

Experience

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jincai Zhang is a dedicated researcher in resources and environmental engineering 🌿🔬. Since July 2015, he has been an Associate Professor at Shanxi University 🏛️. From December 2022 to December 2023, he was a visiting scholar at the National University of Singapore 🇸🇬 under Prof. Seeram Ramakrishna. Previously, he served as a Senior Engineer (2013-2015) and Assistant Researcher (2012-2013) at BGRIMM ⚙️. He also worked at the Institute of Coal Chemistry, CAS (2006-2009) and as a Technician at Zhengzhou NISSAN Automobile Co. Ltd. (1999-2003) 🚗. His expertise spans engineering, research, and industrial applications ⚡.

Research Focus

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jincai Zhang’s research focuses on advanced materials science 🏗️, particularly in the development and modification of glass-ceramic proppants 🔬, nano calcium carbonate ⚛️, and biomass-based carbon materials 🌿. His work explores sintering additives, heating regimes, and surface modifications to enhance material properties for industrial applications 🏭. Dr. Zhang also investigates inorganic fibers derived from industrial solid wastes and their structural characteristics 🔍. His contributions extend to basalt fibers, kaolin/TiO₂ composites, and supercapacitors, highlighting his impact in energy storage ⚡ and ceramic engineering 🏺. His studies advance sustainable material utilization for modern industries 🌎.

Impact and Innovation 

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jincai Zhang’s research focus lies in sustainable materials science and industrial waste utilization. His work explores innovative ways to transform industrial by-products into valuable materials, promoting resource efficiency and environmental sustainability. Notable contributions include the development of glass-ceramic proppants, kaolin/TiO₂ composites, and inorganic fibers, combining fundamental science with industrial applications. This approach supports circular economy principles and addresses global challenges like waste management and sustainability. Dr. Zhang’s research is integral to advancing green technologies in material development and enhancing eco-friendly industrial processes. 🌍🔬♻️🧪💡

Publication Top Notes

Investigating the effects of sintering additives and heating regimes on the performances of glass–ceramic proppants derived from industrial wastes

Research progress of preparation and growth mechanism of various crystalline nanocalcium carbonate

Preparation of biomass-based carbon materials and its research progress in supercapacitors 

Preparation, properties and formation mechanism of hydroxyl-silicone oil coating on the surface of kaolin/ TiO2 composites

Progress on Controllable Preparation of Polycrystalline and Polymorphic Nano Calcium Carbonate by Calcium Carbide Slag

Research Progress on Surface Modification of Basalt Fiber

Influencing Factors and Evaluation Methods of Modification Effect of Nano Calcium Carbonate

Study Progress on Inorganic Fibers from Industry Solid Wastes and the Key Factors Determining Their Characteristics

Effect of Unhydrated Aminopropyl Triethoxysilane Modification on the Properties of Calcined Kaolin

Development of electromagnetic shielding coatings

nahidb shahabadi | Experimental Design | Best Researcher Award

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Prof nahid shahabadi, razi university, Iran

Dr nahid shahabadi earned his B.S. in Chemistry from Razi University, Kermanshah, Iran (1989), and his M.S. (1994) and Ph.D. (1999) in Inorganic Chemistry from Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran. He has served as a Lab Instructor, Teaching Assistant, Assistant Professor, Head of Chemistry Dept., Head of Graduate Office, Associate Professor, and Professor. He was named the Outstanding Chemist of Iran (2019) and ranked among the top two percent of highly cited researchers worldwide (2022, 2023). He has guided 19 Ph.D. students, published 158 papers, and taught various advanced chemistry courses. 🧪📚🌍

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Education

With a robust academic background in chemistry, the individual earned a B.S. in Chemistry from Razi University, Kermanshah, Iran, in 1989 🧪. They advanced their expertise by obtaining an M.S. in Inorganic Chemistry from Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran, in 1994 🧬. Their academic journey culminated in a Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry from the same institution in 1999 🎓. This comprehensive education has laid a solid foundation for a distinguished career in the field of inorganic chemistry, showcasing their dedication and profound understanding of the discipline 🌟.

Experience

🔬👨‍🔬 Dr nahid shahabadi has held various pivotal roles in academia, including Lab Instructor, Teaching Assistant, Assistant Professor, Head of Chemistry Department, Head of Graduate Office, and Associate Professor. With a specialization in Inorganic Chemistry, he served as Head of the Inorganic Chemistry Department and achieved Professorship. Recognized as an Outstanding Chemist of the country in 2019, he consistently ranks among the top-cited scientists globally, listed in the top two percent in 2022 and 2023. His career spans decades of impactful research and leadership, shaping the field of Chemistry. 🌍📚

Research focus

Dr. N Shahabadi’s research focuses on the interactions between various chemical compounds and biomolecules, particularly DNA and proteins. Utilizing multi-spectroscopic techniques and molecular modeling, Dr. Shahabadi investigates the binding mechanisms of metal complexes, food additives, and pharmaceuticals with DNA and proteins such as bovine and human serum albumin. These studies are essential for understanding the biochemical behavior of these compounds, contributing to advancements in medicinal chemistry and pharmacology. 🧬🔬📚💊

Publication top notes

DNA binding and DNA cleavage studies of a water soluble cobalt (II) complex containing dinitrogen Schiff base ligand: The effect of metal on the mode of binding

Multispectroscopic studies on the interaction of 2-tert-butylhydroquinone (TBHQ), a food additive, with bovine serum albumin

Study on the interaction of food colourant quinoline yellow with bovine serum albumin by spectroscopic techniques

Binding studies of a new copper (II) complex containing mixed aliphatic and aromatic dinitrogen ligands with bovine serum albumin using different instrumental methods

DNA interaction studies of a platinum (II) complex, PtCl2 (NN)(NN= 4, 7-dimethyl-1, 10-phenanthroline), using different instrumental methods

Multi-spectroscopic and molecular modeling studies on the interaction of antihypertensive drug; methyldopa with calf thymus DNA

Spectroscopic studies on the interaction of calf thymus DNA with the drug levetiracetam

Multispectroscopic DNA-binding studies of a tris-chelate nickel (II) complex containing 4, 7-diphenyl 1, 10-phenanthroline ligands

Study on the interaction of the epilepsy drug, zonisamide with human serum albumin (HSA) by spectroscopic and molecular docking techniques

Study on the interaction of the drug mesalamine with calf thymus DNA using molecular docking and spectroscopic techniques

Anna Gui | Experimental Design | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Anna Gui, University of Essex, United Kingdom

Dr. Anna Gui is a Lecturer in Psychology at the University of Essex, UK. She earned her PhD in Psychology from Birkbeck, University of London, with a thesis on social attention in Autism Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Gui’s postdoctoral research at Birkbeck explored neurodevelopmental trajectories using neuroimaging and genetic data. She has numerous publications in high-impact journals, focusing on the neurobiology of social development and autism. Additionally, she has received several prestigious grants and awards, and actively engages in public science communication and event organization. 🌟📚🧠

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Education

From 2015 to 2019, He pursued a PhD in Psychology at Birkbeck, University of London, with a thesis on the role of social attention in the causal path to Autism Spectrum Disorder, supervised by Prof. M.H. Johnson, Prof. E.J.H. Jones, and Dr. E. Meaburn. 🌟 During this time, He undertook a secondment at the Geschwind lab at UCLA, focusing on genotype data pre-processing. Earlier, He completed an MSc in Cognitive Science at the University of Trento (2013-2015), with internships in EEG data analysis at the Donders Institute and behavioral testing at Université Paris Descartes. 📚 Prior to this, I earned a Master’s in Child Rehabilitation from the University of Modena and Reggio-Emilia, with a thesis on visual and motor function integration, including an internship in neonatal behavioral assessment at the University Hospital of Padova. 👶 My academic journey began with a BSc in Neurological and Psychomotor Therapy at the University of Padova. 🎓

Experience

Since February 2024, He have been the primary BSc dissertation supervisor at the University of Essex, UK 📚. He have also served as a secondary PhD supervisor since October 2022 📖. From June to August 2022, He supervised undergraduate placement students at Birkbeck College, London 🏙️. Between August 2016 and March 2023, He was a research supervisor at Birkbeck College, overseeing 3 PhD students, 1 postgraduate student, 5 undergraduate students, and 4 research assistants 🎓. As an academic mentor during 2021-2022, I supported the Compass Project for Sanctuary Students. Currently, He lecture at the University of Essex and previously lectured at Birkbeck College 🎤.

Awards

He have been involved in various research projects and academic roles that highlight my dedication to developmental science and cognitive neuroscience. Notably, He am a co-investigator on an MRC iCASE Doctoral Training Partnership grant, mapping attentive brain states to support parent-child interaction in autism (£129,555, 2023-2027) 🧠. As the principal investigator, He led the STRIDES series to tackle racism in developmental science (£2,450, 2022-2023) 🌍 and investigated neuroadaptive optimisation in parent-child interactions (£4,515, 2022-2023) 👪. My teaching experience includes supervising dissertations at the University of Essex and lecturing on cognitive neuroscience and neuropsychology 📚. Additionally, He have been a mentor for the Compass Project for Sanctuary Students at Birkbeck College 🌟.

Research focus

Dr. Antonia Gui’s research primarily focuses on early developmental processes, particularly in infants, with a strong emphasis on social attention, face processing, and neuroadaptive methodologies. Her work explores how these early behaviors and neural responses may elucidate pathways to conditions like autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Using a variety of behavioral studies and advanced neuroscientific techniques, Dr. Gui investigates genetic, epigenetic, and environmental factors influencing developmental trajectories in social cognition and motor skills. He research contributes significantly to understanding individual differences in infancy, aiming to improve early detection and intervention strategies 🧠👶.

Publication top notes

Face processing in early development: a systematic review of behavioral studies and considerations in times of COVID-19 pandemic

Look duration at the face as a developmental endophenotype: elucidating pathways to autism and ADHD
Attentive brain states in infants with and without later autism

Social attention: What is it, how can we measure it, and what can it tell us about autism and ADHD?

Leveraging epigenetics to examine differences in developmental trajectories of social attention: A proof-of-principle study of DNA methylation in infants with older siblings …

Development of the pupillary light reflex from 9 to 24 months: association with common autism spectrum disorder (ASD) genetic liability and 3‐year ASD diagnosis

Proving and improving the reliability of infant research with neuroadaptive Bayesian optimization

Association of polygenic liability for autism with face-sensitive cortical responses from infancy

Children’s total blindness as a risk factor for early parent-child relationships: Preliminary findings from an Italian sample

Neuroadaptive electroencephalography: a proof-of-principle study in infants