Assist. Prof. Dr HEMANT TARKAS | Nanomaterials | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr HEMANT TARKAS | Nanomaterials | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Hemant Tarkas is a leading researcher in nanotechnology, optoelectronic devices, and renewable energy ⚡. He holds a Ph.D. in Physics from North Maharashtra University, specializing in organic–inorganic heterojunctions for solar energy applications 🌍. Currently, he is an Assistant Professor at R.C. Patel Institute of Technology and an SPPU Postdoctoral Fellow at Savitribai Phule Pune University 🏛️. His expertise includes perovskite solar cells, thin-film deposition, photodetectors, and supercapacitors 🔬. With high-impact publications, patents, and research funding, he is shaping the future of sustainable energy and nanomaterials, making him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award 🏆✨.

Assist. Prof. Dr HEMANT TARKAS, R. C. P. I. T. SHIRPUR, India

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🎓Education

Assist. Prof. Dr. Hemant Tarkas holds a Ph.D. in Physics from North Maharashtra University, India (2019) 🎓, where he specialized in nanomaterials and energy studies ⚡. He completed his M.Sc. in Physics (Energy Studies) in 2012 and his B.Sc. in Physics in 2010 from the same university 🏛️. His academic background is deeply rooted in renewable energy, thin-film technology, and optoelectronic devices 🔬. With expertise in solar energy conversion, nanomaterials, and semiconductor physics, his strong educational foundation has driven his impactful research in sustainable energy technologies ☀️🏆.

🏛️Experience 

Dr. Hemant Tarkas has extensive research experience in nanomaterials, photovoltaics, and energy studies ⚡. He served as an Assistant Professor (2021) at KBC North Maharashtra University, teaching advanced physics and materials science 🎓. As an INSPIRE Fellow (2013-2019), he worked on organic-inorganic heterojunctions for photovoltaic applications, funded by India’s Department of Science & Technology (DST) ☀️. He was also a Project Assistant (2012-2013), contributing to the development of high-efficiency dye-sensitized solar cells 🔬. His research on nanostructured solar materials and thin-film technologies has significantly advanced renewable energy applications 🌍⚡.

🏆Achievements

Dr. Hemant Tarkas has received prestigious fellowships and awards for his outstanding contributions to nanomaterials and renewable energy research ⚡. He is an SPPU Postdoctoral Fellow (2021-Present), working on SnS nanostructures in perovskite solar cells ☀️. He was awarded the D.S. Kothari Postdoctoral Fellowship (UGC, 2021) for hydrogen evolution studies 🌱. As an INSPIRE Senior & Junior Research Fellow (2013-2018), he developed hybrid bulk heterojunctions for solar cells 🔬. A Gold Medalist 🏅, he was also selected for the Sakura Science Program in Japan (2016) 🇯🇵. His achievements showcase excellence in sustainable energy research 🌍✨.

🎯Skills 

Dr. Hemant Tarkas is an expert in nanomaterial synthesis, thin-film technology, and optoelectronic device fabrication ⚡. He specializes in solar cells, photodetectors, supercapacitors, and hydrogen generation ☀️. His skills include vacuum deposition techniques (Spray-pyrolysis, Spin Coating, Slot-die Coating, Chemical Bath Deposition) 🏭 and advanced material characterization (UV-Vis, SEM, TEM, XRD, XPS, AFM) 🔍. He is proficient in simulation and programming (COMSOL, Origin, ImageJ, Arduino) 💻. Fluent in English, Hindi, and Marathi, he integrates cutting-edge technology with sustainable energy solutions, making significant contributions to materials science and renewable energy research 🌱🏆.

🔬Research Focus 

Dr. Hemant Tarkas focuses on nanomaterial synthesis, thin-film technology, and optoelectronic device fabrication 🏭. His research includes chemical, physical, and green synthesis methods for advanced materials 🌱. He develops high-performance solar cells (Perovskite, Dye-Sensitized, Organic-Inorganic Hybrid) ☀️, photodetectors, supercapacitors, UV/IR sensors, and LEDs 💡. His work extends to hydrogen generation, flexible polymer gels, and vacuum technology 🔋. Using simulation and fabrication techniques, he enhances sustainable energy solutions and next-generation optoelectronics 📡. His innovations in nanotechnology and renewable energy are shaping future advancements in clean energy and material science 🌍🏆.

📚Publications 

High-performance CH₃NH₃PbI₃:PbS nanorod-based photodetectors fabricated using a slot die techniqueNew Journal of Chemistry (2024) 📡
👥 Authors: Hemant Tarkas, Abhilasha Rokade, Devashri Upasani, Jaydeep Sali, Vaishali Waman, Avinash Rokade, Sandesh Jadkar

Pioneering method for the synthesis of lead sulfide (PbS) nanoparticles using a surfactant-free microemulsion schemeRSC Advances (2024) 🏭
👥 Authors: Hemant Tarkas, Abhilasha Rokade, Devashri Upasani, Narendra Pardhi, Avinash Rokade, Jaydeep Sali, Shashikant P. Patole, Sandesh Jadkar

Enhancement of optoelectronic properties of slot die deposited CH₃NH₃PbI₃ perovskite thin films by incorporation of chemically grown PbS nanocuboidsJournal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics (2024) ☀️
👥 Authors: Hemant Tarkas, Abhilasha Rokade, Vaishali Waman, Narendra Pardhi, Ravindra N. Bulakhe, M. Z. A. Yahya, Sandesh Jadkar

Study of photoelectrochemical (PEC) solar cell properties of n-type bismuth sulfide (n-Bi₂S₃)/p-type copper (I) iodide (p-CuI) heterojunction synthesized by SILARJournal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics (2024) 🔋
👥 Authors: Shital Sonar, Zhanhu Guo, Mohamed M. Ibrahim, Gaber A. M. Mersal, Hemant S. Tarkas, Prakash B. Ahirrao

Fabrication of ZnO Scaffolded CdS Nanostructured Photoanodes with Enhanced Photoelectrochemical Water Splitting Activity under Visible LightLangmuir (2024) 💧☀️
👥 Authors: Avinash Rokade, Ganesh K. Rahane, Aleksandar Živković, Swati N. Rahane, Hemant S. Tarkas, Nora De Leeuw, Shrikrishna Dattatraya Sartale, Nelson Yaw Dzade, Sandesh R. Jadkar

🔹 Dr. Tarkas’ research focuses on solar energy, nanomaterials, and optoelectronic devices, significantly impacting renewable energy and advanced materials 🔬🌱.

Assoc. Prof. Dr Kerim Emre ÖKSÜZ | Nanomaterials | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr Kerim Emre ÖKSÜZ | Nanomaterials | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr Kerim Emre ÖKSÜZ, SİVAS CUMHURİYET UNIVERSITY, Turkey

Assoc. Prof. Dr Kerim Emre Öksüz 📚 was born in Gelibolu, Turkey 🇹🇷 in 1984. He earned his B.E. 🎓 and MSc degrees in Metallurgical & Materials Engineering 🛠️ from Cumhuriyet University in 2007 and 2011, and a Ph.D. in 2018 from Sakarya University. Since 2010, he has been a Lecturer at Cumhuriyet University. His research focuses on ceramic materials for electronics ⚙️, metal matrix composites, biomaterials 🦾, and advanced characterization techniques 🔬. Dr. Öksüz has earned awards 🎖️, such as the Best Poster Award at BraMat 2017, and serves on international scientific committees 🌍, contributing to global materials engineering events.

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Educational Background 🎓

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kerim Emre Öksüz has a distinguished academic background in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering 🔧🔬. He completed his undergraduate degree at Sivas Cumhuriyet University (2003–2007) 🎓 and further pursued a postgraduate program in the same field (2008–2011) 🛠️. Driven by a passion for research, he earned his doctorate from Sakarya University (2011–2018) 📚, where he specialized in advanced materials. Currently, he is expanding his expertise in Bioengineering 🧬 at the Sivas Cumhuriyet University, Graduate School of Natural and Applied Sciences (2023–Present) 🚀🔍. His academic journey reflects his dedication to innovation and interdisciplinary research ✨.

Academic and Administrative Experience💼

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kerim Emre Öksüz has held various key academic and administrative roles at Sivas Cumhuriyet University 🏛️. Since 2024, he has been serving as the Head of the Metallurgical Engineering Department ⚙️ and Assistant Manager of the Research and Application Center 🧪. From 2023 to 2024, he was a Faculty Board Member, representing SCÜ Faculty of Engineering 🎓. Previously, he served as Deputy Head of Department in Metallurgical Engineering (2019–2024) and acted as the Teknofest and Competitions Coordinator in 2022 🚀. These roles highlight his leadership and commitment to research, education, and innovation within the academic community 🌟.

Research Focus Area 🌱🧬

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kerim Emre Öksüz focuses on Biomedical Engineering 🏥🧬 and Materials Science 🔬, bridging innovations in both fields. His expertise includes Biomechanics 🦾, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering 🛠️, and Nanomaterials 🧪. He explores advanced materials such as Ceramics 🏺, Semiconductors ⚡, Superconductors 🧲, and Composites 🔗. His research extends to Biomaterials 🧫, Polymeric Materials 🧵, and their Mechanical ⚙️, Electrical ⚡, Magnetic 🧲, and Thermal Properties 🔥. With a focus on Material Characterization and Thermal Treatment 🌡️, his work drives advancements in Engineering and Technology 🚀, impacting healthcare, industry, and emerging technologies 🌍.

Book Chapters📖

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kerim Emre Öksüz has contributed extensively to books and chapters in materials science and biomedical engineering 📚. In 2023, he authored “Dental Bioceramics: From Lab to Clinical Practice” 🦷 in Biocomposites: Advances in Research and Applications and co-authored “Boron-Substituted Biomaterials” 🔬. In 2022, his chapter “3D-Printable Materials for Tissue Engineering” 🧠 appeared in Bioprinting the Human. Earlier works include “Surface Modification” ⚙️ in 2014’s High Performance and Optimum Design of Structures and Materials, and “Mechanical Behavior of B4C/Diamond Reinforced Composites” 🔩 in Powder Metallurgy for Automotive Aluminum Alloys (2014), reflecting his expertise in composite materials and surface engineering 🌍.

Awards 🏆

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kerim Emre Öksüz has been recognized for his outstanding contributions to research with prestigious awards 🏆. In November 2023, he co-authored the study on bor-doped nano-hydroxyapatite biocomposites 🧪 and their impact on bone regeneration 🦴 in critical mandibular defects in rats, awarded by the Turkish Society of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery 🩺. Earlier, in March 2017, Dr. Öksüz, alongside A. Özer, received the 1st Award for Best Poster Presentation 🥇 at Transilvania University of Brașov 🎓, showcasing his innovative research in materials science 🔬 and its applications in healthcare 🌍.

Publication Top Notes📄✨

Microstructural and Phase Study of Y2O3 Doped Hydroxyapatite/Al2O3 Biocomposites

Novel bioactive glass/graphene oxide-coated surgical sutures for soft tissue regeneration

Effects of sintering temperature and addition of Fe and B4C on hardness and wear resistance of diamond reinforced metal matrix composites

Investigation of Mechanical Properties and Microstructure of AA2024 and AA7075

Effect of SiCp on the microstructure and mechanical properties of sintered distaloy DC composites

Effects of Al2O3 Nanopowders on the Wear Behavior of NiTi Shape Memory Alloys

The effect of yttrium oxide in hydroxyapatite/aluminum oxide hybrid biocomposite materials: Phase, mechanical and morphological evaluation

Effect of calcination on microstructure development and properties of hydroxyapatite powders extracted from human and bovine bones

Microstructure and hardness characteristics of Al2O3-B4C particle-reinforced Cu matrix composites

Novel natural spider silk embedded electrospun nanofiber mats for wound healing

Conclusion🔍

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kerim Emre Öksüz is a highly qualified candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His contributions to materials science, particularly in biomaterials, nanostructures, and composites, are impactful and well-documented in peer-reviewed journals. His leadership roles, international recognition, and dedication to advancing research underscore his suitability for this honor.