Yan Qin | Functional Composites | Research Excellence Award

Research Excellence Award

Yan Qin
Affiliation Wuhan University of Technology
Country China
Scopus ID 35262802300
Documents 127
Citations 2,030
h-index 21
Subject Area Functional Composites
Event International Material Scientist Awards
Yan Qin
Wuhan University of Technology, China

Yan Qin is a researcher affiliated with Wuhan University of Technology whose scientific activities focus on functional composites and advanced materials engineering. The research profile reflects sustained scholarly productivity, significant citation impact, and continued contributions to the development and characterization of composite materials. Bibliometric indicators demonstrate substantial academic influence within the field of materials science and functional composite technologies.[1]

Abstract

This academic article presents a scholarly overview of Yan Qin and the associated research profile in functional composites and advanced materials. Publication output, citation indicators, and research contributions demonstrate sustained scientific engagement and substantial academic visibility. The available bibliometric evidence supports consideration for the Research Excellence Award presented at the International Material Scientist Awards.[1]

Keywords

Functional Composites, Composite Materials, Materials Science, Advanced Materials, Structural Materials, Materials Engineering, Material Characterization, Research Impact.

Introduction

Functional composite materials have become increasingly important in modern engineering because of their enhanced mechanical, thermal, electrical, and structural properties. Research involving composite materials contributes to applications in transportation, energy, aerospace, construction, and advanced manufacturing. Scientific investigations in this area support the development of innovative materials with improved functionality and performance characteristics.[2]

Research Profile

The research profile of Yan Qin includes 127 indexed documents, 2,030 citations, and an h-index of 21. These indicators demonstrate extensive scholarly productivity and substantial academic influence within materials science and functional composite research. The citation record reflects broad recognition of the research contributions within the scientific community.[1]

  • Affiliated with Wuhan University of Technology.
  • Research specialization in functional composites.
  • One hundred twenty-seven indexed publications.
  • Citation count exceeding two thousand citations.
  • h-index value of 21.
  • Significant contribution to advanced materials research.

Research Contributions

Research activities associated with Yan Qin include studies involving composite materials, material design, structural performance, and functional properties of advanced materials. Such investigations contribute to the development of high-performance materials suitable for industrial and technological applications.[2]

  • Research involving functional composite materials.
  • Investigation of advanced material properties.
  • Material characterization and performance analysis.
  • Development of high-performance composite systems.
  • Contribution to applied materials engineering.

Publications

The publication record demonstrates extensive scientific productivity and sustained scholarly activity. The large number of indexed publications contributes to international visibility and supports knowledge dissemination in the field of functional composites and advanced materials.[1]

  1. Research articles on functional composite materials.
  2. Studies involving structural and advanced composites.
  3. Publications related to material characterization.
  4. Research addressing engineering applications of composites.

Representative literature in composite materials and advanced functional systems provides scientific context for the research area and highlights the importance of multifunctional materials in modern engineering applications.[3]

Research Impact

The citation record and h-index indicate substantial scientific influence and recognition by the academic community. The publication and citation metrics demonstrate the dissemination and utilization of research findings within materials science and composite engineering.[1]

Award Suitability

The research achievements, publication productivity, citation performance, and specialization in functional composites support consideration of Yan Qin for the Research Excellence Award. The available bibliometric indicators demonstrate sustained scientific contributions and measurable impact within the field of materials science and advanced composite technologies.[1]

Conclusion

Yan Qin has established a significant academic profile in functional composites through extensive publication activity, substantial citation impact, and contributions to materials science research. The documented scholarly achievements support recognition through the Research Excellence Award and reflect continued engagement in advanced materials and composite engineering research.[1]

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Yan Qin, Author ID 35262802300. Scopus. https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=35262802300
  2. Chawla, K. K. Composite Materials: Science and Engineering.ย 
    https://doi.org/10.1007/978-0-387-74365-3
  3. Abandoned phenolic aerogel as a carbon source for in-situ carbothermal ceramicization of silicone rubber composites towards superior ablation resistance and thermal insulation.https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0141391026003174

Marija Milijic | Electrical Properties of Materials | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Marija Milijic | Electrical Properties of Materials | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Marija Milijic | University of Nis | Serbia

Dr. Marija Milijiฤ‡ is a dedicated researcher and academic in the field of telecommunications, specializing in antenna modeling and microwave systems. She has built her career at the Faculty of Electronic Engineering, University of Niลก, Serbia, where she has contributed extensively through teaching, research, and conference leadership. Her expertise lies in bridging theoretical approaches with practical applications, particularly in developing printed antenna structures and advancing techniques in biosensing and wireless communication. Over the years, she has played an active role in international scientific communities through membership in IEEE societies, organizing major conferences, and contributing to collaborative projects with distinguished global researchers. Her career path reflects a strong balance of scientific rigor, innovative thinking, and dedication to academic mentorship, ensuring the growth of future engineers and scientists in the field of microwave theory, antennas, and telecommunications systems.

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Education

Dr. Marija Milijiฤ‡ completed her higher education at the Faculty of Electronic Engineering, University of Niลก, Serbia, where she pursued undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral studies in telecommunications. Her undergraduate studies equipped her with a strong foundation in electrical engineering, fostering an early interest in applied electromagnetics and communication technologies. She continued with postgraduate research on the modeling of electromagnetic propagation and microstrip patch antennas in wireless communication systems using artificial neural networks, marking her early exploration into intelligent computational methods in engineering. Her doctoral research advanced these interests significantly, focusing on modeling integrated printed antenna structures and three-dimensional reflectors with optimized side lobe suppression, a topic of great significance for modern communication and radar systems. Her educational path demonstrates a consistent progression from fundamental engineering to advanced interdisciplinary integration of antennas, neural networks, and applied telecommunications, establishing her as a well-rounded expert with solid academic and research credentials.

Experience

Dr. Milijiฤ‡ has steadily advanced through academic and research positions at the Faculty of Electronic Engineering, University of Niลก, Serbia, where she began her career as a research assistant supported by a scholarship from the Ministry of Science and Technological Development. She then contributed as a research associate, expanding her technical knowledge and building collaborative ties in the field of antennas and microwaves. Her academic contributions were further enriched when she took on teaching roles, first as a teaching assistant and later as a teaching assistant with a doctoral degree, guiding students in both theoretical learning and practical applications of telecommunications. Beyond her teaching responsibilities, she has served in organizing committees of major international conferences, such as TELSIKS and ICEST, actively supporting knowledge exchange in the global scientific community. Her professional trajectory reflects a seamless blend of teaching, research, and organizational leadership that has significantly strengthened the academic and research ecosystem at her institution.

Research Interest

Her research interests focus on advancing antenna design, microwave modeling, and the application of artificial intelligence in telecommunications. She has devoted considerable effort to the modeling of printed antenna structures, integrated with three-dimensional reflectors for applications requiring high side lobe suppression and shaped radiation patterns. Another key area of her work involves the application of artificial neural networks to complex problems in microwaves, with particular contributions to the modeling and optimization of printed antennas and RF MEMS devices. Recently, her interests have extended to biosensing applications, where novel antenna designs can significantly enhance non-invasive biomedical monitoring. This interdisciplinary integration of telecommunications, artificial intelligence, and biomedical engineering highlights the innovative nature of her contributions. Through her research, she addresses both fundamental scientific questions and practical engineering challenges, advancing knowledge in antenna theory while enabling technologies with broad applications in wireless communication, healthcare, and energy-efficient systems for modern society.

Publication Top Notes

Polarimetric Assessment Methodology for Doppler Radar Respiratory Measurements

Authors: Jon H. Itokazu, Marija Milijiฤ‡, Branka Jokanoviฤ‡, Olga Boric-Lubecke, Victor M. Lubecke
Journal: IEEE Transactions on Microwave Theory and Techniques

Dual-Port Butterfly Slot Antenna for Biosensing Applications

Authors: Marija Milijic, Branka Jokanovic, Miodrag Tasic, Sinisa Jovanovic, Olga Boric-Lubecke, Victor Lubecke
Journal: Sensors

Analysis of Feeding Methods for High-Gain Crossed Slot Antenna Arrays

Authors: Marija Milijic, Branka Jokanovic
Journal: 9th IcETRAN Conference

Advanced High-Gain Slot Antenna Arrays for 5G and Radar Applications

Authors: Marija Milijiฤ‡, Branka Jokanoviฤ‡
Journal: Telfor Journal

Printed Antenna Array with Flat-Top Radiation Pattern

Authors: Marija R. Milijiฤ‡, Aleksandar D. Neลกiฤ‡, Bratislav D. Milovanoviฤ‡, Duลกan A. Neลกiฤ‡
Journal: Frequenz

Conclusion

Dr. Marija Milijiฤ‡ represents the profile of a researcher whose career blends academic excellence, scientific innovation, and professional leadership. Her body of work highlights critical advances in antenna design, microwave modeling, and neural network applications, all of which contribute directly to the evolution of telecommunications and related fields. Beyond her personal research achievements, she has also demonstrated consistent service to her community through her teaching role, mentorship, and active participation in professional organizations and conferences. Her commitment to promoting women in engineering and supporting young researchers underlines the broader social and academic value of her contributions. With her interdisciplinary research, impactful publications, and leadership in professional communities, she stands out as a scientist of high merit. Recognizing her through this award would not only honor her individual achievements but also encourage further innovation and inclusivity in the fields of engineering and telecommunications.

Prof. Dr Suhaiza Zailani | New Energy Materials | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr Suhaiza Zailani | New Energy Materials | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Suhaiza Zailani is a renowned expert in Supply Chain Management (SCM), specializing in sustainability and halal logistics. She holds a Ph.D. in Management Science and MSc in Operational Research from Lancaster University ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง. A Professor at the University of Malaya ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡พ, she has published over 200+ papers, achieving an H-index of 63 ๐Ÿ“Š. She has led the UM Entrepreneurship Center and currently directs the Ungku Aziz Center, promoting societal impact ๐Ÿค๐ŸŒ. Recognized with global honors ๐Ÿ…, including Top UM Researcher, Prof. Suhaiza is a leader in academic excellence, innovation, and community development ๐Ÿ’ก๐Ÿ“˜.

Prof. Dr Suhaiza Zailani, University of malaya, Malaysia

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๐ŸŽ“ Educationย 

Prof. Dr. Suhaiza Zailani holds a distinguished academic foundation with a Ph.D. in Management Science ๐ŸŽ“ and a Masterโ€™s in Operational Research ๐Ÿ“ˆ, both from the renowned Lancaster University, United Kingdom ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง. She began her academic journey with a Bachelorโ€™s degree in Agribusiness ๐ŸŒพ from Universiti Pertanian Malaysia ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡พ. Her multidisciplinary education bridges business strategy, analytics, and agricultural economics, providing the intellectual depth necessary for her groundbreaking work in sustainable supply chain management, halal logistics, and green innovation ๐Ÿ”„โ™ป๏ธ. Her global academic exposure enhances her ability to drive impactful, cross-border research and policy contributions.

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Experienceย 

Prof. Dr. Suhaiza Zailani has been serving as a Professor of Operations at the University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡พ, since January 2013. With over a decade of experience at Malaysia’s premier university, she has led groundbreaking research in supply chain management, sustainability, and Islamic logistics ๐Ÿ“ฆ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿ“˜. Her roles have extended beyond academia, including leadership as the Director of UM Entrepreneurship Centre (UMEC) and advisory contributions to national policy and industry reform. Her work bridges theory and practice, earning her widespread recognition as a thought leader in sustainable and ethical business innovation. ๐Ÿง ๐Ÿ…๐ŸŒ

๐Ÿ… Honors and Global Impact

Prof. Dr. Suhaiza Zailani has received numerous prestigious accolades for her pioneering contributions to sustainability, halal logistics, and green innovation. ๐Ÿ… Her recognitions include the Malaysia Scopus Research Excellence Award (2024) ๐Ÿงช, Top Research Scientists Malaysia ๐Ÿง , Editor’s Choice Award by Elsevier โœ๏ธ, and being named among the Worldโ€™s Top 2% Scientists ๐ŸŒ. She has earned multiple gold, silver, and bronze innovation medals ๐Ÿฅ‡๐Ÿฅˆ๐Ÿฅ‰ for transformative models in logistics and circular supply chains. Her academic excellence is matched by her real-world influence, policy advisory roles, and thought leadership in sustainability and entrepreneurship ๐Ÿ’ผ๐ŸŒฑ.

๐Ÿ“– Books

Prof. Dr. Suhaiza Zailani has authored and co-authored over 15 influential books and chapters, covering a wide spectrum of themes including green supply chain management ๐ŸŒ, halal logistics ๐Ÿ•Œ, solid waste management โ™ป๏ธ, corporate social responsibility ๐Ÿ’ผ, and lean operations optimization ๐Ÿญ. Her latest works like โ€œShifting from Green to Sustainable to Circular in Supply Chainsโ€ exemplify her dedication to regenerative economy models ๐Ÿ”„. These publications are not only foundational in academia but also serve as practical references for industry, contributing to global discourse on resilient, ethical, and circular business practices ๐ŸŒ.

๐Ÿ•Œ Research Project

Prof. Dr. Suhaiza Zailani has led and co-led over 40 national and international research projects across diverse sectors including poverty eradication ๐Ÿงบ, sustainable supply chains ๐Ÿ”„, halal logistics ๐Ÿ•Œ๐Ÿ“ฆ, circular economy โ™ป๏ธ, energy transformation โšก, and urban entrepreneurship ๐Ÿ™๏ธ๐Ÿ“ˆ. As Principal Investigator for impactful grants like BMTKM and Eco-Circular Framework, and as a collaborator on FRGS and MOHE-funded studies, she combines academic excellence with real-world application. Her research empowers policy design, environmental innovation, and inclusive economic development, demonstrating a strong commitment to Malaysiaโ€™s sustainable future and global academic leadership. ๐ŸŒŸ๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡พ

๐ŸŒฑ Innovation & Patent Contributionsย 

Prof. Dr. Suhaiza Zailani has made significant strides in innovation with multiple university and national-level patents focusing on sustainable and halal-centric supply chains. Her patented works include the Halal Squad initiative ๐Ÿ•Œ, Halal Food Supply Chain Integrity Cumulative Capability (HFSCI-CC) Model, and the Toolkit for Halal Orientation Strategy for food firms ๐Ÿ›. She also developed the Green Innovation Toolkit (GIT) ๐ŸŒฑ to support SMEs, and tools like the Strategic REVSV Model ๐Ÿ”„ for reverse logistics and Returns Management Process Models ๐Ÿ“ฆ. These innovations bridge academic research and industry needs, enhancing practical sustainability and operational integrity.

๐Ÿ” Research Focusย 

Prof. Dr. Suhaiza Zailani’s research encompasses sustainable supply chains, green innovation, climate-smart agriculture, and industry 4.0 impacts ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿญ. She explores transformational topics such as blockchain and crowdfunding ๐Ÿ”—๐Ÿ’ฐ, net energy metering (NEM) โ˜€๏ธโšก, and circular carbon economy ๐Ÿ”„๐ŸŒ. Her recent works analyze innovation capabilities in Southeast Asia, sustainable agropolitan planning, and the post-pandemic manufacturing landscape. With a strategic blend of data analytics, policy evaluation, and hybrid research methodologies, she contributes actionable insights to both academia and industry. Her studies drive forward global sustainability goals and promote technological adoption in developing economies ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ“Š๐Ÿ’ก.

๐Ÿ“š Publicationsย 

Factors influencing householdsโ€™ willingness to continue as a net energy metering (NEM) prosumer in Malaysia
Journal: Sustainable Futures, 2025
Authors: Suhaiza Zailani, et al.
๐Ÿ“˜ Focus: Renewable energy, household sustainability, energy policy.

Analyzing innovation capability: a case study of Timor Leste Business School and Indonesia Business School
Journal: Higher Education Skills and Work Based Learning, 2025
Authors: Suhaiza Zailani, et al.
๐Ÿ“˜ Focus: Innovation, higher education, institutional performance.

Exploring Determinants of and Barriers to Climate-Smart Agricultural Technologies Adoption in Chinese Cooperatives: A Hybrid Study
Journal: Agriculture Switzerland, 2025
Authors: Suhaiza Zailani, et al.
๐Ÿ“˜ Focus: Agricultural technology, climate change adaptation.

Impact of Industry 4.0 on sustainability of Malaysiaโ€™s manufacturing industry in post-COVID era
Journal: Foresight, 2025
Authors: Suhaiza Zailani, et al.
๐Ÿ“˜ Focus: Industry 4.0, post-pandemic recovery, sustainability.

Navigating the landscape of publicโ€“private partnership research: a novel review using latent Dirichlet allocation
Journal: [Open Access Journal, name not shown], 2025
Authors: Suhaiza Zailani, et al.
๐Ÿ“˜ Focus: PPPs, research analytics, policy review.

Factors Influencing Circular Carbon Economy Readiness Among Heavy Industries in China
Journal: Sustainability Switzerland, 2025
Authors: Suhaiza Zailani, et al.
๐Ÿ“˜ Focus: Circular economy, industry readiness, climate action.

ย Agropolitan Planning as a Strategy for Promoting Sustainable Living Among Rural Poor Communities: Empirical Evidence
Journal: Planning Malaysia, 2025
Authors: Suhaiza Zailani, et al.
๐Ÿ“˜ Focus: Rural development, urban planning, poverty alleviation.

Capabilities and Resources for Value Creation and Sustainable Competitive Advantage: A Study of the Chinese Video Game Industry
Journal: Sustainability Switzerland, 2025
Authors: Suhaiza Zailani, et al.
๐Ÿ“˜ Focus: Competitive strategy, entertainment industry, sustainability.

The Antecedents of the Willingness to Adopt and Pay for Climate-Smart Agricultural Technology Among Cooperatives in China
Journal: Sustainability Switzerland, 2025
Authors: Suhaiza Zailani, et al.
๐Ÿ“˜ Focus: Green technology, cooperative behavior, agriculture.