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– Korean Journal of Metals and Materials, Oct 2025
– Metals and Materials International, Oct 2023
Dr. Ciprian Ionuț Moraraș is a dedicated researcher in composite materials and mechanical engineering, with strong expertise in structural behavior, fatigue analysis, and experimental testing of advanced material systems. His academic and research work is centered on understanding how composite and metallic materials respond to complex operational loads, with particular emphasis on durability, damage mechanisms, and structural reliability. Dr. Moraraș has developed a solid foundation in strength of materials, experimental mechanics, and non-destructive testing, enabling him to design and implement advanced testing methodologies for real-world engineering components. His research has placed special focus on wind turbine blades and reinforced polymer structures, where he has investigated the influence of cyclic loading, fiber orientation, and combined stress states on mechanical and elastic performance. By integrating experimental testing with analytical evaluation, he contributes to improved assessment and optimization of composite structures used in energy, transportation, and industrial applications. In addition to his research activities, Dr. Moraraș is actively involved in academic teaching and supervision, supporting undergraduate and postgraduate students in mechanical engineering through laboratory instruction, seminars, and thesis guidance. His professional background also includes applied engineering experience in industrial maintenance and mechanical systems, strengthening his ability to connect research outcomes with practical engineering needs. He has contributed to innovative engineering solutions through patented testing devices and sensor systems, reflecting his commitment to applied research and technological development. Dr. Moraraș is known for his analytical mindset, reliability, and interdisciplinary approach, combining theory, experimentation, and engineering judgment. Through his sustained contributions to composite material testing, structural analysis, and engineering education, Dr. Ciprian Ionuț Moraraș has established a strong professional profile and is a deserving recipient of the Excellence in Research Award.
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Prof. Dr. Chao Li is a distinguished scholar in materials thermodynamics and engineering systems, with a strong interdisciplinary focus linking material behavior, energy transfer, and complex environmental processes. He serves as a Professor in the School of Water Resources and Civil Engineering at Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, where he has built a comprehensive research program integrating thermodynamics, material transport phenomena, and system modeling. Prof. Li’s research centers on the thermodynamic and physical mechanisms governing water–sediment systems, freeze–thaw processes, and coupled heat–mass transfer in natural and engineered materials. By applying principles of thermodynamics, continuum mechanics, and numerical simulation, he investigates how temperature gradients, phase transitions, and energy exchange influence material stability, erosion, and structural performance. His work provides valuable insights into material behavior under extreme environmental conditions, supporting improved design and management of hydraulic and civil engineering systems. Prof. Li has led and contributed to numerous competitive research projects, demonstrating strong leadership in interdisciplinary research that bridges materials science, environmental engineering, and applied physics. He has also developed innovative modeling tools and software systems that translate thermodynamic theory into practical predictive capabilities for engineering applications. In addition to his research achievements, Prof. Li is deeply committed to education and mentorship, supervising graduate students and contributing to curriculum development in engineering and applied sciences. He actively engages in academic collaboration, peer review, and professional service, strengthening research quality and knowledge exchange within the scientific community. Through his sustained contributions to thermodynamics-based material analysis, system modeling, and engineering application, Prof. Dr. Chao Li has established a strong academic reputation and is a highly deserving recipient of the Research Excellence Award.
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Prof. Yingxue Teng is a highly regarded researcher in the field of biomaterials and advanced metallic materials, with strong expertise in materials processing, corrosion science, and functional material design. She is a professor in the School of Materials and Metallurgy at the University of Science and Technology Liaoning, where she actively contributes to teaching, research leadership, and postgraduate supervision. Prof. Teng has a solid academic foundation in materials processing engineering and applied chemistry, complemented by postdoctoral research experience at the Institute of Metal Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences, which has shaped her interdisciplinary and application-oriented research approach. Her research focuses on the microstructural regulation, corrosion behavior, and functional performance of advanced steels and biomaterial-related metallic systems, with particular emphasis on high-nitrogen stainless steels, corrosion-resistant alloys, and antibacterial metallic materials. By integrating experimental characterization, electrochemical analysis, and numerical simulation methods, she investigates structure–property relationships that are critical for improving material durability, biocompatibility, and service reliability in harsh environments. Prof. Teng has led and contributed to multiple competitive national and regional research projects, demonstrating strong capabilities in project management, innovation, and independent research leadership. Her work bridges fundamental materials science with practical engineering applications, supporting the development of safer, longer-lasting materials for biomedical, marine, and industrial environments. In addition to her academic research, she has gained valuable industrial experience as a senior engineer, strengthening her ability to translate scientific findings into real-world solutions. Prof. Teng is also actively engaged in scholarly publishing, peer review, and mentoring of young researchers, contributing to the advancement of materials science education and research culture. Through her sustained scientific contributions, interdisciplinary expertise, and commitment to high-impact research, Prof. Yingxue Teng has established a strong professional reputation in biomaterials and is a highly deserving recipient of the Research Excellence Award.
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– Steel Research International, 2025
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ming Shao is a distinguished researcher in smart materials and intelligent environmental systems, with a strong interdisciplinary background that integrates materials science concepts with urban computing, ecological modeling, and sustainable spatial design. He serves as an Associate Professor at the School of Landscape Architecture, Beijing Forestry University, where his research advances data-driven and smart approaches to understanding and optimizing complex urban material–environment systems. Dr. Shao’s work focuses on the interaction between smart materials concepts, green infrastructure, and ecosystem services, particularly in high-density urban environments where spatial efficiency and environmental performance are critical. His research addresses urban green space optimization, biodiversity enhancement, carbon sequestration, and ecosystem service assessment using advanced computational methods, spatial modeling, and intelligent simulation techniques. By applying system dynamics, urban computing, and multi-scale spatial analysis, he contributes to the development of resilient and adaptive urban environments that respond intelligently to ecological and societal demands. Dr. Shao has led and participated in numerous nationally competitive research projects, demonstrating strong leadership in interdisciplinary research that connects smart material behavior, environmental performance, and urban sustainability. His work supports evidence-based planning strategies that enhance ecological functionality, climate resilience, and human well-being in rapidly urbanizing regions. In addition to his research activities, he actively contributes to academic service through peer review for leading international journals and engagement in professional scientific communities. Dr. Shao is also committed to education and mentorship, guiding students in innovative research that bridges smart materials, ecological systems, and digital technologies. Through his interdisciplinary vision, methodological innovation, and sustained contributions to intelligent and sustainable material–environment systems, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ming Shao has established a strong scientific profile and is a highly deserving recipient of the Research Excellence Award.
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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pauline Wokwenmendam Nguet is a highly respected scientist in the field of microstructure and material properties, with specialized expertise in petrology, geochemistry, magmatism, and volcanology. She is affiliated with the Institute for Geological and Mining Research (IRGM), Centre for Geophysical and Volcanological Research, and plays a key role at the Mount Cameroon Observatory, where her work supports both scientific advancement and societal safety. Dr. Wokwenmendam Nguet’s research is centered on understanding the microstructural, mineralogical, and geochemical characteristics of igneous and volcanic materials, with a strong emphasis on how these properties reflect deep geological processes, magma evolution, and tectonic environments. Her work integrates field investigations, laboratory-based mineralogical and geochemical analyses, and advanced microstructural techniques to reveal structure–property relationships in volcanic and plutonic systems. She has made significant contributions to the study of the Cameroon Volcanic Line, including magma genesis, hydrothermal alteration processes, melt inclusions, and mineral transformations, providing valuable insights into volcanic evolution and associated geological hazards. In addition to her fundamental research, she is actively involved in applied geoscience activities such as volcano monitoring, seismic risk assessment, and environmental impact studies related to mining and natural hazards. Dr. Wokwenmendam Nguet has participated extensively in international scientific collaborations, conferences, and workshops, strengthening global knowledge exchange in Earth and material sciences. She is also deeply committed to scientific reporting, capacity building, and mentoring, contributing to institutional research development and the advancement of women in science. Through her sustained scientific contributions, leadership in volcanological research, and dedication to understanding material microstructure and properties in complex geological systems, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pauline Wokwenmendam Nguet is a highly deserving recipient of the Women Researcher Award.
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