Dr. Muthukumaran Balakrishnan | Renewable | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor, Presidency College (Autonomous), India

Dr. B. Muthukumaran is an accomplished Associate Professor at Presidency College, Chennai, with over 30 years of experience in chemistry research and teaching. He has supervised numerous PhD and MPhil candidates and holds several prestigious academic positions, including being a member of the University of Madras Senate and Dean of Science. Dr. Muthukumaran has received multiple awards for his teaching excellence and contributions to research.

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🎓 Education:

Dr. Muthukumaran earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from Annamalai University in 1995. Prior to that, he completed his M.Sc. and B.Sc. in Chemistry from Bharathidasan University in 1990 and 1988, respectively.

👨‍🏫 Experience:

With a teaching experience spanning 27 years across undergraduate and postgraduate levels, Dr. Muthukumaran has dedicated three decades to research, focusing extensively on catalysis and fuel cell technologies. He has successfully completed several research projects funded by DST, UGC, and TANSCHE, showcasing his expertise in electrochemical processes and catalytic materials.

🔬 Research Interests:

Dr. Muthukumaran’s research interests include membraneless fuel cells, electrochemical catalysis, and advanced materials for energy applications. His current projects explore major funding areas like DST-SERB-SURE, aiming to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of energy conversion devices.

🏆 Awards:

Dr. Muthukumaran has been recognized with the Dr. Radhakrishnan Teaching Excellence Award in 2018 and a Teaching Excellence Award in 2022 for his outstanding contributions to academia and research leadership.

📚 Publications Top Notes:

Dr. Muthukumaran has authored over 54 research articles published in Scopus-indexed international journals, with notable contributions in electrochemistry, catalysis, and energy materials. His works have garnered 268 citations, reflecting their impact and relevance in the scientific community.

Synergistic nanocomposite polymer electrolytes for advanced all-solid-state sodium-ion batteries, International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 2024. (I.F – 8.1)

Enhanced ethylene glycol oxidation in membraneless fuel cells: Comparative analysis of nickel alloy nanocatalysts, International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 2024. (I.F – 8.1)

Lithium perborate‑based composite polymer electrolytes for all‑solid‑state lithium‑ion batteries: performance enhancement and stability, Ionics, 2024. (I.F – 2.8)

Crafting high-performance polymer-integrated solid electrolyte for solid state sodium ion batteries, Energy Storage, 2024. (I.F – 3.4)

Membraneless ethanol fuel cell Pt–Sn–Re nano active catalyst on a mesoporous carbon support, RSC Advances, 2024. (I.F – 4.0)

Enhanced membraneless fuel cells by electrooxidation of ethylene glycol with a nanostructured cobalt metal catalyst, Environmental Research, 2023. (I.F – 8.4)

Evaluation of iron-based alloy nanocatalysts for the electrooxidation of ethylene glycol in membraneless fuel cells, Fuel, 2022. (I.F – 6.6)

Enhanced electrochemical performance of Pt-Sn-In/C nanoparticles for membraneless fuel cells, Chemical Papers, 2021. (I.F – 2.1)

Optimizing parameters for remediating Cr(VI) contaminated groundwater using electrocoagulation process, Asian Journal of Chemistry, 2021. (I.F – 4.8)

Prof Ferhunde Atay | Energy Award | Women Researcher Award

Prof Ferhunde Atay ,Eskisehir Osmangazi University ,Turkey

Prof. Ferhunde Atay, an esteemed physicist at Eskisehir Osmangazi University, has been a pioneering figure in semiconductor materials and environmental sciences 🌍. With a robust academic background including a PhD in Physics, Atay’s research spans diverse areas such as wastewater treatment, nanomaterials, and optical properties. Since 2003, she has held key roles in academia, currently serving as Head of Department. Atay’s prolific career is underscored by numerous publications and active involvement in research committees, contributing significantly to the field of materials science and physics 🔬.

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Education

Prof. Ferhunde Atay pursued her academic journey with dedication and excellence in physics. She earned her undergraduate degree in Physics from Anadolu University, Turkey, from 1990 to 1994, laying a solid foundation in the field. Continuing her studies at Eskisehir Osmangazi University’s Institute of Science, she completed a thesis-based postgraduate program in Physics from 1994 to 1997. Subsequently, Atay obtained her Doctorate in Physics from the same institution between 1996 and 2002, marking significant milestones in her academic career 📚. Her educational background has equipped her with deep insights into the intricate aspects of materials science and physical phenomena.

Experience: 💼

Prof. Ferhunde Atay boasts a rich history of academic and administrative leadership at Eskisehir Osmangazi University, particularly within the Department of Physics. She currently serves as the Head of Department, a role she has held since 2022, continuing her longstanding commitment to advancing education and research in physics 🎓. Previously, from 2019 to 2022, she led the department with distinction, overseeing its growth and development. Atay’s administrative contributions also extend to serving on the Academic Promotion Evaluation Committee since 2019 and various roles in ethics committees and faculty boards between 2013 and 2020. Her leadership has been pivotal in shaping both academic strategy and institutional governance 🌟.

Research Focus

Prof. Ferhunde Atay’s research primarily focuses on the synthesis, characterization, and applications of nanostructured metal oxide materials, with a special emphasis on zinc oxide (ZnO) and its doped variants. Her work spans various aspects including structural, optical, surface, and electrochemical properties, as well as their implications in diverse applications such as dye absorption and photocatalysis 🌱. Through her contributions, Dr. Atay explores the integration of nanotechnology in addressing environmental challenges and advancing renewable energy technologies. Her extensive research portfolio underscores a commitment to innovative materials science aimed at enhancing sustainability and functionality in diverse technological domains.

Publications Top Notes

“Investigation of Structural, Optical, Surface, Electrochemical and Corrosion Properties of ZnO and AZO Nanorod Arrays for Dye Absorption Applications” (2024) 📚

“Role of Ir incorporation on structural, surface, optical, and electrical properties of ultrasonically produced ZnO films” (2023) 📚

“An effective approach for hydrothermal synthesis of ZnO nanorod arrays activated under UV/Vis light: Different supporting ligands for hydrothermal precursor solutions” (2023) 📚

“Hydrothermal synthesis of ZnO nanostructures for environmental applications: the role of different supporting ligands” (2023) 📚

“Al and B co-doped ZnO samples as an alternative to ITO for transparent electronics applications” (2022)

Muthukumaran Balakrishnan | Renewable | Best Researcher Award