Samiha Chaguetmi | Materials Science | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Samiha Chaguetmi | Materials Science | Research Excellence Award

Professor | University of Skikda | Algeria

Prof. Samiha Chaguetmi, a Professor in the Physics Department at Skikda University in Algeria, is an expert in materials science with a specialization in semiconductor and metallic materials, thin films, and photoactive nanostructures. She holds advanced degrees in materials sciences and semiconductor physics, culminating in a doctoral qualification and subsequent habilitation focused on innovative material systems. Throughout her academic career, she has served as an assistant, lecturer, and senior academic, contributing extensively to teaching in areas such as structural analysis of materials, atomic physics, photovoltaic systems, and characterization methods. Her professional experience spans leadership in laboratory training programs, participation in international research collaborations, and active engagement in multidisciplinary projects involving hydrothermal synthesis, sol-gel processes, chemical bath deposition, magnetron sputtering, electrochemical methods, and advanced thin-film technologies. Prof. Chaguetmi’s research centers on photocatalysis, photo-electrochemical water splitting, and the development of nanostructured materials for energy and environmental applications, supported by expertise in SEM, TEM, XRD, FTIR, Raman spectroscopy, XPS, UV-VIS-DR spectrophotometry, and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy. She has contributed numerous publications to peer-reviewed journals and participated in scientific dissemination through conferences and collaborative programs across prominent international laboratories. Her achievements include recognition through a Research Excellence Award, alongside roles in academic service, mentoring, and scientific review activities. Prof. Chaguetmi is also engaged in professional development through repeated training missions in leading global research institutions, reinforcing her standing as a committed scholar whose work advances the understanding and application of functional materials for sustainable technologies.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID

Featured Publications

1. Chaperman, L., Chaguetmi, S., Deng, B., Gam-Derrouich, S., Nowak, S., Mammeri, F., & Ammar, S. (2024). Novel synthesis route of plasmonic CuS quantum dots as efficient co-catalysts to TiO₂/Ti for light-assisted water splitting. Nanomaterials, 14(19), 1581.

2. Sobti, N., Chaguetmi, S., Amiour, L., Aouabdia, Y., & Saci, L. (2024). Photocatalytic properties of Mn₂O₃ nanoparticles synthesized via green chemistry method. Journal of Renewable Energies, 28(1).

3. Sobti, N., Chaguetmi, S., Achour, S., Gam-Derouich, S., Decorse, P., Nowak, S., & Ammar, S. (2024). Photoelectrochemical properties of TiO₂ nanofibers coated by copper oxide nanoparticles using sputtering and chemical bath deposition. Journal of Materials Science.

4. Momoli, R., Gandin, A., Ruffo, R., Chaguetmi, S., Mammeri, F., Abbotto, A., Manfredi, N., & Brusatin, G. (2021). Low dye content efficient dye-sensitized solar cells using carbon doped-titania paste from convenient green synthetic process. Inorganica Chimica Acta.

5. Sobti, N., Chaguetmi, S., Achour, S., Chaperman, L., Mammeri, F., & Ammar-Merah, S. (2021). Manganese oxide nanoparticles prepared by olive leaf extract-mediated wet chemistry and their supercapacitor properties. Solid State Sciences.

Prof. Samiha Chaguetmi envisions advancing the field of materials science through innovative research that drives sustainable energy solutions and strengthens the scientific understanding of functional nanomaterials. Her vision focuses on developing high-performance photocatalytic and photoelectrochemical systems, promoting environmentally responsible synthesis routes, and expanding collaborative research networks that bridge local and international scientific communities. She aims to contribute impactful knowledge, mentor future scientists, and support the development of advanced technologies that address global energy and environmental challenges.

Marius Manole | Biomaterials | Excellence in Research Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Marius Manole | Biomaterials | Excellence in Research Award

Asist Prof | UMF “Iuliu Hatieganu” Cluj-Napoca | Romania

Asist Prof. Manole Marius-Ciprian is a distinguished academic and clinician in the field of dental prosthetics and esthetic dentistry, serving as a senior faculty member within a major medical and pharmaceutical university where he contributes to academic leadership, curriculum innovation and the advancement of dental education. With a doctoral qualification in dental medicine and specialized training in prosthetic and esthetic disciplines, he has developed a comprehensive professional portfolio that integrates advanced clinical expertise with a strong commitment to teaching excellence. His extensive academic experience includes leading courses in prosthetic technologies, esthetic dentistry and dental biomaterials, supervising clinical training across multiple levels of study and contributing to postgraduate and residency programs focused on implant-supported prosthetics, ceramic biomaterials and complex restorative procedures. He has held key academic roles that support institutional development, including coordinating educational activities, shaping academic strategy and fostering quality improvement across dental programs. Alongside his university responsibilities, he maintains active clinical practice, providing advanced restorative, prosthetic and esthetic treatments and overseeing the administrative management of a specialized dental practice. His research interests span dental prosthetics, supra-implant rehabilitation, esthetic materials and clinical innovation, reflected in a body of publications that contribute to the evidence base of modern dental practice. His work has earned recognition for research excellence and he remains actively engaged in professional development initiatives, academic committees, continuing education programs and collaborations that promote high standards in dental training and patient care. Through his combined achievements in teaching, research, leadership and clinical practice, Manole Marius-Ciprian exemplifies a strong and sustained contribution to the advancement of dental medicine.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus

Featured Publications

1. Bordea, I. R., Candrea, S., Sălăgean, T., Pop, I. D., Lucaciu, O., Ilea, A., Manole, M., … (2021). Impact of COVID-19 pandemic on healthcare professionals and oral care operational services: A systemic review. Risk Management and Healthcare Policy, 453–463.

2. Earar, K., Antoniac, V. I., Baciu, S., Bran, S., Onisor, F., Milea, C., Mohan, A., … (2017). Etching treatment effect on surface morphology of dental structures. Matrix, 4–5.

3. Burde, A. V., Gasparik, C., Baciu, S., Manole, M., Dudea, D., & Câmpian, R. S. (2017). Three-dimensional accuracy evaluation of two additive manufacturing processes in the production of dental models. Key Engineering Materials, 752, 119–125.

4. Ioniță, M., Vlăsceanu, G. M., Toader, A. G., & Manole, M. (2023). Advances in therapeutic contact lenses for the management of different ocular conditions. Journal of Personalized Medicine, 13(11), 1571.

5. Manea, A., Baciut, G., Baciut, M., Pop, D., Comsa, D. S., Buiga, O., Trombitas, V., … (2019). New dental implant with 3D shock absorbers and tooth-like mobility—Prototype development, finite element analysis (FEA), and mechanical testing. Materials, 12(20), 3444.

Asist Prof. Manole Marius-Ciprian’s work advances the field of dental medicine through innovations in prosthetic technologies, biomaterials and esthetic rehabilitation, strengthening evidence-based practice and improving patient outcomes. His academic leadership and research contributions support the development of modern dental education and clinical standards, driving progress that benefits both the scientific community and broader healthcare systems.

Athanasios G. Mamalis | Materials Science | Academic and Industrial Collaboration Award

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Prof. Dr. Athanasios G. Mamalis | Materials Science | Academic and Industrial Collaboration Award

Scientific Director | Project Center for Nanotechnology and Advanced Engineering | Greece

Prof. Dr. Athanasios G. Mamalis is the Scientific Director of the Project Center for Nanotechnology and Advanced Engineering, a joint initiative of the Greek National Research Center “Demokritos” and the Russian Kurchatov Institute, and Emeritus Professor, Founder of the Laboratory of Manufacturing Technology at the National Technical University of Athens, Greece. A graduate in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens, he earned his M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the Victoria University of Manchester Institute of Science and Technology. Dr. Mamalis has extensive industrial experience as Chief Engineer and Technical Manager in steelworks across Germany and Greece, complemented by long-standing collaborations with international industry including American, British, German, European, Japanese, Chinese, ex-Soviet, Hungarian, and Greek enterprises. He has held visiting professorships at Cambridge University, Universität Hannover, RWTH Aachen, and Carleton University, and full professorships at Michigan Technological University and the National Technical University of Athens. His research spans mechanics, manufacturing technology, precision and ultraprecision engineering, nanotechnology, ferrous and non-ferrous materials from macro- to nanoscale, powder production, biomechanics, vehicle structural safety, energy, environment, and industrial sustainability, resulting in over 32 books and monographs, 12 textbooks, 630 refereed journal and conference publications, and two patents. He has received numerous global recognitions, including election to several academies of sciences, multiple honorary professorships and doctorates, and fellowships and editorial roles in international scientific organizations and journals, reflecting his exceptional contributions to both theoretical and applied engineering and his enduring impact on global scientific and industrial advancement.

Profiles:  Scopus | ORCID

Featured Publications

1. Electroconsolidation method for fabrication of fine-dispersed high-density ceramics. Nanotechnology Perceptions, 2024.

2. Peculiarities of obtaining nanostructured materials compacted by the method of hot pressing due to the passage of direct electric current. Nanotechnology Perceptions, 2024.

3. Algorithmic foundations of optimization using finite element modeling of high-speed grinding technology in application to 3D micro-level models. Nanotechnology Perceptions, 2024.

4. Computer simulations of static stress-strain states for long-length pressurised pipes with external protective thin nanoengineered coating under nonuniform temperature fields. Nanotechnology Perceptions, 2024.

5. Magnetic shielding materials for electric vehicles. Nanotechnology Perceptions, 2024.