Venkataraman Thangadurai | Anode-Free Batteries | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Venkataraman Thangadurai | Anode-Free Batteries | Best Researcher Award

University of St Andrew | United Kingdom

Dr. Venkataraman Thangadurai is a distinguished materials chemist and electrochemist internationally recognized for his pioneering contributions to solid-state ionics, fuel cells, and all-solid-state battery technologies. He earned his Doctorate in Solid State Ionic Conductors from the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, under the mentorship of Professors J. Gopalakrishnan and A. K. Shukla in 1999, followed by a Habilitation in Solid State Ionic Devices at the University of Kiel, Germany, in 2004, under Professor W. Weppner. Dr. Thangadurai’s academic foundation was laid at the University of Madras, India, where he completed his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in chemistry. Currently, he serves as Professor and Chair in Energy at the University of St Andrews, Scotland, and Adjunct Professor at the University of Calgary, Canada, where he previously held several key roles including Research Excellence Chair and Associate Head (Graduate) of Chemistry. His career also includes prestigious fellowships such as the Alexander von Humboldt Fellowship and DAAD Guest Professorship in Germany. Dr. Thangadurai’s exceptional research excellence has been recognized through numerous international honors, including the 2025 Battery Division Research Award (The Electrochemical Society, USA), Fellowships of the Royal Society of Canada, The Electrochemical Society (USA), Royal Society of Chemistry (UK), and International Association of Advanced Materials (Sweden). A prolific researcher with extensive publications and conference contributions, he continues to advance the frontiers of energy materials, enabling sustainable innovations in electrochemical energy conversion and storage.

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Featured Publications

"A critical review on bismuth-based oxide ion electrolytes for low temperature solid oxide fuel cells: structure - chemical composition - ionic conductivity relationship"

"Demonstration of a 650 °C operating high-performance metal-supported solid oxide fuel cell using a Gd-doped CeO2 electrolyte, Ni anode and Sm(Ba0.5Sr0.5)Co2−xFexO5+δ–Ce0.9Gd0.1O2−δ cathode"

"Effect of bismuth substitution on structural, electrical and dielectric properties of barium zinc niobates"

"Li-stuffed garnet solid electrolytes: Current status, challenges, and perspectives for practical Li-metal batteries"

"Professor Ashok Kumar Shukla Dedicated to his Contribution to Practical Electrochemistry"

Asmaa Said | Energy | Women Researcher Award

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Dr. Asmaa Said | Energy | Women Researcher Award

Egyptian Petroleum Research Institute | Egypt

Dr. Asmaa Said is an accomplished researcher and academic in the field of chemistry, specializing in applied physical and organic chemistry with a strong focus on refining technologies and photocatalytic processes. She earned her Ph.D. in Science from Ain-Shams University (2016), where she explored diesel fuel improvement through photocatalytic desulphurization, preceded by an M.Sc. from Menofia University (2008) on triazole and oxadiazole derivatives with potential biological activity, and a B.Sc. in Science from Menofia University (2004, Very Good, 83.61%). Currently serving as Head of the Physical Refining Laboratory and Assistant Professor at the Egyptian Petroleum Research Institute (EPRI), Dr. Said has held progressive roles since 2012, advancing from chemist to researcher and academic leader. Her technical expertise spans advanced analytical and material characterization techniques, including XRD, GC, NMR, Raman, HPLC, FTIR, TGA, HRTEM, FSEM, BET, and nanotechnology applications. She is an active reviewer for prestigious journals such as ACS Applied Nano Materials, International Journal of Hydrogen and Energy, and Chemical Engineering Journal, while also holding memberships in international bodies including the Royal Society of Chemistry, American Chemical Society, and ESAMNT. Dr. Said contributes to major scientific projects such as perovskite solar cell development and green hydrogen generation and has completed advanced training programs in leadership, intellectual property, entrepreneurship, data analysis, and research methodology. Dedicated to community engagement, she has served as a scientific judge and mentor in national science competitions, supervised student projects, and actively promotes innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration. She has presented her research at international conferences on petroleum, chemistry, and environmental sustainability, highlighting her pioneering work in photocatalytic fuel desulfurization and sustainable energy solutions.

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Featured Publications

"Biofuel production from waste residuals: comprehensive insights into biomass conversion technologies and engineered biochar applications"

"Ultrasound-assisted synthesis of biomass-derived carbon-supported binary metal oxides for efficient adsorption of heavy metals from wastewater"

"Bio-inspired synergistic influence of novel CaTiO3@Chitosan composites for effective green hydrogen generation via photocatalytic water splitting under visible-light"

"Tailoring charge transfer in Cu-MOF-derived CuO @[OMIM]Br ionic liquid p-n heterojunction photocatalysts for enhanced green hydrogen production via photocatalytic water splitting"

"TiO2@Metal organic framework Ni2(BDC)2(DABCO) as an efficient water splitting heterogeneous photocatalyst for enhanced green hydrogen generation under visible light"