Prof Janusz Majta | Microstructure and Properties | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Janusz Majta | Microstructure and Properties | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Janusz Majta is a Full Professor at the AGH University of Krakow, Poland, specializing in materials science and metal forming. He earned his PhD, with a focus on microstructure evolution and plastic deformation under dynamic conditions. He has conducted postdoctoral research at the University of Waterloo, Canada, and collaborated extensively with Los Alamos National Laboratory in the U.S. His research interests include multiscale modeling, severe plastic deformation (SPD), ultrafine-grained materials, and metal-to-metal composites. Prof. Majta has authored over 230 publications, supervised 9 PhD candidates, and led several international projects funded by DOE, DOD, NSERC, and the European Commission. He is an active member of global scientific societies and has played a key role in organizing the Metal Forming International Conference series.

Prof Janusz Majta, AGH University of Krakow, Poland

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πŸŽ“ Education

Prof. Janusz Majta holds a strong academic foundation in metallurgical and materials science. He earned his BSc in Metallurgical Engineering, followed by an MSc in Metal Forming in 1980 from the University of Mining and Metallurgy in Krakow, Poland. He obtained his PhD in Metallurgical and Materials Science from the same university . He completed his DSc in Materials Science, and in September, he was awarded the title of Full Professor.

πŸ’Ό Experience

Prof. Majta is currently a Full Professor at the AGH University of Science and Technology in KrakΓ³w, Poland. His academic journey at AGH began as a Lecturer, progressively rising through the ranks to Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and then Full Professor . Internationally, he served as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Waterloo in Canada and worked multiple times as a visiting researcher and consultant at the Los Alamos National Laboratory in the United State. He also acts as an Expert for the European Commission Research Department .

πŸ› οΈ Contributions

Prof. Janusz Majta has made significant and sustained contributions to the field of materials science and engineering, particularly in the areas of metal forming, plastic deformation, and multiscale modeling. He has authored over 230 scientific publications in prestigious journals and conference proceedings, along with 4 monographs and 10 edited volumes of international conference materials. His research has advanced the understanding of microstructure evolution under dynamic and thermomechanical loading, leading to improved design strategies for high-performance structural materials. Prof. Majta’s pioneering work on the behavior of multiphase materials under severe plastic deformation and his development of computational models for metal forming processes have had both theoretical and practical impact. Internationally recognized, he has delivered numerous invited talks and contributed presentations at conferences worldwide. As a leader and mentor, he has supervised nine PhD candidates and actively participated in major international research collaborations supported by organizations such as the DOE, DOD, NSERC, the European Commission (PHARE, RFCS), and the Marie SkΕ‚odowska-Curie Foundation. Through his engagement with scientific committees, editorial duties, and long-standing role in organizing the Metal Forming International Conference, Prof. Majta has played a pivotal role in shaping research directions and promoting scientific exchange in the field.

πŸ“‘ Research ProjectsΒ 

Prof. Janusz Majta has led and participated in numerous national and international research projects aimed at advancing materials engineering and metal forming technologies. His work has received support from prominent funding agencies and organizations, including the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), the Department of Defense (DOD), the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC), the European Commission through PHARE and RFCS programs, and the prestigious Marie SkΕ‚odowska-Curie Foundation. These projects have addressed critical challenges in modeling and predicting the behavior of multiphase and ultrafine-grained materials under complex loading conditions. His research has contributed to the development of physically-based simulation tools for microstructure evolution, thermomechanical processing, and severe plastic deformation techniques. Notably, his collaborations with the Los Alamos National Laboratory in the United States focused on improving the dynamic performance and structural stability of advanced alloys and composites. Through these interdisciplinary and multinational research efforts, Prof. Majta has significantly influenced both academic and industrial practices in the design and processing of advanced materials.

πŸ”¬ Research Focus

Prof. Majta’s research centers on multiscale modeling of microstructure and mechanical behavior in multi-phase and ultrafine-grained materials. He specializes in mathematical and computational modeling of metal forming processes, microstructure evolution, and plastic deformation under dynamic loading. His work emphasizes physically-based design of structural materials with superior properties, including SPD (Severe Plastic Deformation) processes, nanostructured and multilayered materials, and composites reinforced with dispersed particles. His contributions bridge fundamental theory with applied research in both manufacturing and advanced material development.

πŸ“˜ Publications

πŸ“„ Modeling of Microstructure Evolution in Multiphase Steels under Dynamic Loading
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ Author: Janusz Majta
πŸ“˜ Journal: Journal of Materials Processing Technology

πŸ“„ Multiscale Simulation of Severe Plastic Deformation in Ultrafine-Grained Alloys
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ Author: Janusz Majta
πŸ“˜ Journal: Materials Science and Engineering A

πŸ“„ Computational Modeling of Thermomechanical Metal Forming Processes
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ Author: Janusz Majta
πŸ“˜ Journal: International Journal of Mechanical Sciences

πŸ“„ Shear Band Instabilities in Polycrystalline Structures
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ Author: Janusz Majta
πŸ“˜ Journal: Acta Materialia

πŸ“„ Physically Based Design of Metal-to-Metal Composites
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ Author: Janusz Majta
πŸ“˜ Journal: Materials & Design

Prof Xiang Chen | Computational Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Xiang Chen | Computational Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Xiang Chen is a leading expert in solid mechanics and materials science, currently serving as a Professor at Chongqing University of Posts and Telecommunications, China πŸ›οΈ. He holds a Ph.D. in Solid Mechanics πŸŽ“, specializing in smart materials, shape memory alloys, and high-entropy alloys βš™οΈ. His research focuses on mechanical behavior, tribology, nanoindentation, and molecular dynamics simulations πŸ”¬. With 10+ high-impact journal publications, he has contributed significantly to material characterization and structural analysis πŸ“š. His expertise in finite element analysis and advanced alloys makes him a key innovator in mechanical and materials engineering πŸ†.

Prof Xiang Chen, Chongqing University of Posts and Telecommunications, China

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Education πŸŽ“

Prof. Xiang Chen pursued his higher education at Chongqing University, specializing in engineering mechanics and solid mechanics πŸ›οΈ. He earned his Bachelor’s degree (2006-2010) in Engineering Mechanics, focusing on smart materials βš™οΈ under the guidance of Prof. Xianghe Peng πŸ‘¨β€πŸ«. He continued his studies with a Master’s degree (2010-2011) in Solid Mechanics, deepening his research in smart materials πŸ”¬. Prof. Chen then completed his Ph.D. (2011-2015) in Solid Mechanics, further advancing his expertise in mechanical behavior and material characterization πŸ“„. His strong academic foundation has made him a leader in smart materials and structural engineering πŸ†.

ExperienceΒ πŸ›οΈ

Prof. Xiang Chen has built a distinguished career at Chongqing University of Posts and Telecommunications, contributing significantly to materials science and solid mechanics βš™οΈ. He began as a Lecturer (2015-2018) πŸ“–, focusing on teaching and research. He was then promoted to Associate Professor (2018-2023), where he led cutting-edge research in smart materials and high-entropy alloys πŸ”¬. In 2023, he became a full Professor, further expanding his influence in mechanical behavior and structural engineering πŸ“š. His academic leadership and innovative contributions have positioned him as a trailblazer in advanced materials research πŸ†βœ¨.

Skills πŸ› οΈ

Prof. Xiang Chen is a leading expert in smart materials and solid mechanics, with specialized knowledge in shape memory alloys and high-entropy alloys βš™οΈ. His proficiency in nanoindentation and tribology enables him to analyze material wear and mechanical behavior precisely πŸ”. He utilizes molecular dynamics simulations to explore atomic-scale interactions πŸ–₯️ and employs finite element analysis for optimizing structural performance πŸ“Š. His groundbreaking research on microstructural behavior under mechanical and thermal conditions has advanced material characterization and engineering applications πŸ“š. Prof. Chen’s expertise plays a vital role in developing next-generation materials for industrial and scientific use πŸ†βœ¨.

Research Focus πŸ”¬

Prof. Xiang Chen’s research primarily focuses on solid mechanics, smart materials, and high-entropy alloys βš™οΈ. He explores the mechanical behavior of NiTi shape memory alloys, investigating their tribological properties, temperature effects, and indentation mechanics πŸ”. His work also includes shock compression studies on monocrystalline NiTi alloys and heat treatment effects on CuZr composites πŸ”₯. He applies molecular dynamics simulations and finite element analysis to predict material performance πŸ–₯️. Additionally, Prof. Chen develops advanced composite materials for applications in biomedical stents and aerospace structures πŸš€πŸ₯. His groundbreaking studies enhance structural durability and material characterization πŸ†βœ¨.

Publications πŸ“š

Effects of heat treatment parameters and grain sizes on mechanical response of amorphous/crystalline CuZr composites

    • Authors: Yin, M., Duan, M., Fu, T., Chen, X., Peng, X.
    • Journal: Mechanics of Materials πŸ”¬πŸ“‘

Structural Design of Negative Poisson’s Ratio NiTinol Stent and Its Performance in Vascular Support

    • Authors: Chen, X., Xiong, L., Fu, F., Zhao, Y., Kang, X.
    • Journal: Xiyou Jinshu Cailiao Yu Gongcheng/Rare Metal Materials and Engineering πŸ› οΈ

Temperature dependence of tribological properties in NiTi shape memory alloy: A nanoscratching study

    • Authors: Chen, X., Guo, A., Wang, J., Lu, S., Fu, T.
    • Journal: Tribology International πŸ”§βš™οΈ

Orientation-dependent multi-spall performance of monocrystalline NiTi alloys under shock compression

    • Authors: Chen, X., Wu, X., Yang, X., Pei, X., Wang, F.
    • Journal: Materials Today Communications πŸ§ͺπŸ“„

A multiscale mesh generation method for textile composite

    • Authors: Ma, Y., Chen, A., Deng, C., Lu, S., Zeng, X.
    • Journal: Hangkong Xuebao/Acta Aeronautica et Astronautica Sinica ✈️🌐

Effect of Material Parameters on the Indentation Mechanical Behavior of Superelastic NiTi Shape Memory Alloy

    • Authors: Chen, X., Jiang, W., Lu, S., Fu, T., Peng, X.
    • Journal: Journal of Materials Engineering and Performance πŸ”¬πŸ“˜

Deformation behavior and yield strength prediction of [112] oriented NbMoTaW refractory high entropy alloy nanowires

    • Authors: Tian, T., Fu, T., Duan, M., Chen, X., Peng, X.
    • Journal: CrystEngComm πŸ§ͺπŸ“–