Prof Norasikin Othman | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Norasikin Othman is a distinguished professor in the Chemical Engineering Department at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM). With a career spanning over three decades, she has made significant contributions to chemical engineering research, particularly in liquid membrane technology and solvent extraction processes. She is a passionate educator, accomplished researcher, and active professional member in renowned engineering societies.

Prof Norasikin Othman, Universiti Teknologi, Malaysia

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🎓 Academic Background

Prof. Dr. Norasikin Othman is a highly accomplished Chemical Engineer 🏗️ with an extensive academic background from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM). She earned her PhD in Chemical Engineering 🧪 in 2006, specializing in metal recovery using emulsion liquid membrane technology. Prior to this, she obtained her Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Chemical Engineering ⚙️ in 1997, enhancing her expertise in separation processes. Her journey began with a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering 🔬 in 1992, building a strong foundation in industrial applications. With her vast knowledge, she has contributed significantly to research, innovation, and academic excellence. 🚀

👨‍🏫 Professional Experience

Prof. Dr. Norasikin Othman is a distinguished researcher and chemical engineering expert ⚙️ with extensive experience in academic evaluations, journal reviewing, and scientific conferences 🌍. She serves as a reviewer for high-impact Q1 & Q2 journals 📖, including Journal of Separation and Purification, Desalination, and Chemical Engineering Research & Design. She is also a technical evaluator panel member for major research grants, including GUP TIER 1, FRGS, and YUTP 🏆. A sought-after invited speaker 🎤, she has shared her insights at ICoST, ICCSS, and UTM seminars. Her contributions extend to book evaluations, panel reviews, and scientific committee roles. 🏅

🏆 Honors & Awards

Prof. Dr. Norasikin Othman has received numerous prestigious awards 🏅 for her contributions to chemical engineering research and innovation 🔬. She has won multiple Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medals 🥇🥈🥉 at INATEX, MTE, and Seoul International Invention Fair, recognizing her groundbreaking work in silver recovery, dye recovery, and high-voltage demulsification ⚙️. She also received the Excellence Service Award (2008, 2012) for her dedication to academia 🎓. Notably, she earned the Best Award (MTE 2010) and Publication Award (2007) 📖. Her Bio-Inno Awards highlight her contributions to biotechnology and applied sciences, making her a distinguished researcher in her field. 🚀

🔬 Research Focus

Prof. Dr. Norasikin Othman specializes in separation processes ⚗️, with a focus on solvent extraction and liquid membrane technology 🌊. Her research aims to develop synergistic liquid membranes for removing and recovering pollutants from industrial wastewater 🚰. She explores reactive dye removal, phenol extraction kinetics, and chromium removal using eco-friendly membranes 🍃. Her innovative work on green liquid membrane formulation enhances metal and dye recovery, contributing to sustainable environmental solutions 🌍. By integrating advanced membrane fabrication 🏭, she addresses critical challenges in wastewater treatment, promoting cleaner industrial practices and efficient resource recovery 🔄.

📚 Publications

Separation of silver from photographic wastes by emulsion liquid membrane system 🧪
👨‍🏫 Authors: N. Othman, H. Mat, M. Goto
📖 Journal: Journal of Membrane Science 282 (1-2), 171-177 (2006)
📊 Citations: 210

Review of research progress on aluminium–magnesium dissimilar friction stir welding 🔩
👨‍🏫 Authors: L.H. Shah, N.H. Othman, A. Gerlich
📖 Journal: Science and Technology of Welding and Joining 23 (3), 256-270 (2018)
📊 Citations: 160

Performance of plastic wastes in fiber-reinforced concrete beams 🏗️
👨‍🏫 Authors: F.S. Khalid, J.M. Irwan, M.H.W. Ibrahim, N. Othman, S. Shahidan
📖 Journal: Construction and Building Materials 183, 451-464 (2018)
📊 Citations: 128

Easy removal of phenol from wastewater using vegetable oil-based organic solvent in emulsion liquid membrane process 🌱💧
👨‍🏫 Authors: N. Othman, N.F.M. Noah, L.Y. Shu, Z.Y. Ooi, N. Jusoh, M. Idroas, M. Goto
📖 Journal: Chinese Journal of Chemical Engineering 25 (1), 45-52 (2017)
📊 Citations: 111

Highly selective transport of palladium from electroplating wastewater using emulsion liquid membrane process ⚛️
👨‍🏫 Authors: N.F.M. Noah, N. Othman, N. Jusoh
📖 Journal: Journal of the Taiwan Institute of Chemical Engineers 64, 134-141 (2016)
📊 Citations: 90

Assoc. Prof. Dr ESAYAS FTWI | Structural Materials | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr ESAYAS FTWI, Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Esayas Ftwi is a distinguished researcher and educator in concrete engineering, holding a Ph.D. from the University of Tokyo. His expertise spans structural performance evaluation, constitutive modeling, and sustainable construction technologies. Dr. Ftwi has published extensively in top journals, earning accolades like the Outstanding Research Paper of the Year from the Japan Concrete Institute. As a leader, he has directed major projects, including the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam, and contributed to building codes and sustainable engineering policies. His dedication to advancing concrete technologies and impactful research makes him a global leader in civil engineering. 🏗️📚✨

Academic and Professional Background

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Esayas Ftwi earned his Ph.D. in Concrete Engineering from the University of Tokyo, specializing in structural performance evaluation of reinforced concrete. He also holds a Master’s degree in constitutive modeling for cracked concrete and a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. With extensive academic and professional experience in Ethiopia, Japan, and the United States, Dr. Ftwi has developed expertise in concrete materials, structural design, and engineering education. His global exposure and multidisciplinary knowledge position him as a leading figure in civil engineering and sustainable construction. 🏗️📚✨

Award🌍🏆

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Esayas Ftwi is a globally recognized researcher in concrete engineering, earning numerous prestigious awards throughout his career. These include the Outstanding Journal Paper Awards (2008, 2011) from the Journal of Advanced Concrete Technology, the Best Research Paper Award from the Japan Concrete Institute (2008), and the Outstanding Research Award from Addis Ababa University (2013). His innovative work with students on sustainable concrete technologies, such as rice husk cement replacement and voided slab design, has also garnered recognition. These accolades highlight his significant contributions to advancing structural engineering and sustainable practices. 🏗️📚✨

Research Focus Area ⚛️🔬

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Esayas Ftwi’s research primarily focuses on reinforced concrete structures, advanced concrete materials, and structural performance analysis. His studies explore the effects of torsion on reinforced concrete beams, the role of metakaolin in recycled aggregate concrete, and the properties of Ethiopian kaolin clays in metakaolin production. Dr. Ftwi’s innovative work includes multi-scale simulations of shear-critical beams, nonlinear gel migration in cracked concrete, and drying shrinkage modeling. With numerous publications in high-impact journals like Journal of Advanced Concrete Technology, his contributions address critical challenges in sustainable and resilient construction. 🌍📚⚡

Publication Top Notes📄✨

Nonlinear gel migration in cracked concrete and broken symmetry of corrosion profiles

Effect of concrete cover on the pure torsional behavior of reinforced concrete beams

Multi-scale based simulation of shear critical reinforced concrete beams subjected to drying

Simulation of early-age cracking due to drying shrinkage based on a multi-scale constitutive model

Investigation of the cause of failure of the Omo River Bridge

Spalling of concrete cover due to torsion: Examination of advanced theoretical models