Sinan Eğri | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Sinan Eğri | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Tokat Gaziosmanpaşa University | Turkey

Prof. Dr. Sinan Eğri is a distinguished researcher in polymer science, biomaterials engineering, and sustainable biobased polymer technologies, recognized for his impactful contributions to advanced material design for biomedical and industrial applications. His research integrates polymer synthesis, reactive extrusion, biodegradable scaffold engineering, nanocomposite development, and green nanotechnology, with a particular emphasis on creating innovative materials that address critical challenges in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. His scientific portfolio includes the development of PLA-PEG-PLA systems, electrospun vascular scaffolds, cryogel-based biomaterials, biobased polymer nanocomposites, and environmentally friendly nanoparticle systems, all of which demonstrate his multidisciplinary approach to material innovation. Prof. Dr. Sinan Eğri has produced a strong body of work with 17 Scopus-indexed documents, cited by 355 publications, accumulating 363 Scopus citations and an h-index of 8, underscoring his research influence in polymer chemistry and biomaterials research. His widely cited studies on maleic anhydride grafting, VEGF/BMP-2 releasing scaffolds, nanomechanical characterization of biodegradable materials, and phage-encapsulated biomaterials have advanced understanding in both fundamental polymer science and applied biomedical engineering. He has successfully completed 21 research projects, spanning supercritical CO₂ polymerization, biopolymer processing, bone tissue engineering materials, green nanoparticle biosynthesis, and biodegradable composite design, along with multiple consultancy-based R&D collaborations. In addition to his publications, Prof. Dr. Sinan Eğri contributes to the scientific community through editorial service, peer-reviewing, and international research collaborations, continuously driving innovations that support progress in polymer engineering, sustainable materials, and medical biomaterials.

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Featured Publications

1. Taşdelen, T. B., Eğri, Ö., & Eğri, S. (2025). Enhancing the electrical conductivity of electrospun PCL fibers by coating with polydopamine and in situ gold nanoparticles doped on the polydopamine coating. Polymers, 17(23), 3192.

2. Eğri, Ö., Güneş, F., & Eğri, S. (2025). Production and characterization of H. perforatum oil-loaded, semi-resorbable, tri-layered hernia mesh. Polymers, 17(2), 240.

3. Demirci, S., Oncer, N., Mazlumoglu, H., Yilmaz, A., Egri, S., Egri, O., & Yilmaz, M. (2024). Polydopamine-mediated gold nanostructure-decorated electrospun polycaprolactone fibers for photocatalytic dye degradation. ChemistrySelect, 9, Article e202304494.

4. Yerliyurt, K., & Eğri, S. (2023). Effect of knitting pattern of PP mesh on the flexural properties of heat-cured PMMA denture base resin. Cumhuriyet Science Journal, 44(3), Article 1184249.

5. Yerliyurt, K., Taşdelen, T. B., Eğri, Ö., & Eğri, S. (2023). Flexural properties of heat-polymerized PMMA denture base resins reinforced with fibers with different characteristics. Polymers, 15(15), 3211.

Kirubakaran Annamalai | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Kirubakaran Annamalai | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

National Institute of Technology Warangal | India

Dr. Kirubakaran Annamalai, Associate Professor at the Department of Electrical Engineering, National Institute of Technology, Warangal, is a distinguished researcher in Power Electronics, Renewable Energy Systems, and Distributed Generation, with a primary focus on the design, analysis, and implementation of multilevel inverters, DC-DC and DC-AC converters, grid-tied photovoltaic systems, and power quality improvement techniques. He has made significant contributions to quasi-Z-source and switched-capacitor-based inverter topologies, emphasizing high efficiency, reduced device counts, leakage current minimization, and real-time control using DSP, FPGA, and dSPACE platforms. Dr. Kirubakaran Annamalai has published 70 peer-reviewed articles, accumulating 1,563 citations with an h-index of 14 (Scopus), in top international journals such as IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics, IEEE Journal of Emerging and Selected Topics in Power Electronics, and Springer’s Journal of Electrical Engineering, and has presented extensively at IEEE and global conferences. He has authored multiple book chapters on advanced power electronics for solar PV and hybrid renewable systems, demonstrating his expertise in sustainable energy technologies. He has successfully led and collaborated on research projects funded by SERB, DST-FIST, SPARC, and SIRE, with budgets ranging from Rs. 2.8 Lakhs to over Rs. 94 Lakhs, focusing on innovative converter designs, smart grid laboratories, and electric vehicle applications, and holds patents on transformer less multilevel inverters. Dr. Kirubakaran Annamalai has supervised numerous Ph.D. and M.Tech scholars, advancing frontier research in power electronics. Recognized for his research excellence through the SIRE Fellowship 2023, multiple IEEE Best Paper Awards, editorial contributions, conference chairing, and active membership in IEEE, ISTE, and other professional bodies, he continues to drive innovation in inverter topologies, grid integration strategies, and renewable energy systems, making a lasting impact on modern power conversion technologies.

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Featured Publications

  • Palakurthi, R., & Kirubakaran, A. (2025). DSP controlled single-phase two-stage five-level inverter for high-efficiency grid-connected photovoltaic systems. Electrical Engineering, 108(1).

  • Palakurthi, R., & Kirubakaran, A. (2025). Rapid prototyping of FPGA controlled common ground single-phase transformerless five-level inverter using Xilinx System Generator. IEEE Latin America Transactions, 23(7), 609–618.

  • Kalyan Singh, K., & Kirubakaran, A. (2025). Single-phase five-level common ground transformerless switched capacitor inverters for PV applications with double gain. In 2025 Fourth International Conference on Power, Control and Computing Technologies (ICPC2T).

  • Barzegarkhoo, R., Kirubakaran, A., Pereira, T., Liserre, M., & Siwakoti, Y. P. (2024). Improved T-type and ANPC multilevel converters by means of GaN-based T-cell branch and bidirectional device. In IECON 2024 – 50th Annual Conference of the IEEE Industrial Electronics Society.

  • Kirubakaran, A., Barzegarkhoo, R., & Liserre, M. (2024). A new single-phase dual-mode active neutral point-clamped five-level inverter for renewable applications. In 2024 Third International Conference on Power, Control and Computing Technologies (ICPC2T).

Abdelkader Slimane | Engineering | Editorial Board Member

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Abdelkader Slimane | Engineering | Editorial Board Member

University of Science and Technology of Oran Mohamed Boudiaf | Algeria

Dr. Abdelkader Slimane is a highly accomplished mechanical engineering researcher whose work has made significant contributions to structural integrity, fracture mechanics, advanced manufacturing, and aerospace-related mechanical systems. His research expertise encompasses ductile damage modeling, fatigue crack growth prediction, welded structure assessment, rotary ultrasonic machining, vibration behavior, and the mechanical reliability of composite and metallic materials. With 20 scholarly publications, his work appears in leading international journals such as Journal of Materials Research and Technology, Mechanics of Advanced Materials and Structures, International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Periodica Polytechnica Mechanical Engineering, Fracture and Structural Integrity, and Interactive Design and Manufacturing (IJIDeM). These publications collectively highlight his impactful contributions to areas including satellite structural design, hypervelocity impact simulation, cracked pipeline modeling, active power filtering using neural networks, and the optimization of machining and welding parameters through innovative computational and experimental approaches. Dr. Slimane’s Google Scholar metrics 464 citations, an h-index of 13, and an i10-index of 16—demonstrate the strong visibility and influence of his work across the mechanical engineering community. His extensive conference participation has further broadened the dissemination of his research in domains such as fracture mechanics, material behavior, aeronautical engineering, and mechanical system optimization. In addition to his research achievements, he contributes meaningfully to the scientific community through editorial service in reputable journals and active peer-review roles for numerous international publications. Dr. Slimane’s multidisciplinary research profile reflects a sustained commitment to advancing structural reliability, material innovation, computational mechanics, and engineering solutions that support modern industrial and aerospace applications.

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Featured Publications

1. Slimane, A., Bouchouicha, B., Benguediab, M., & Slimane, S. A. (2015). Parametric study of the ductile damage by the Gurson–Tvergaard–Needleman model of structures in carbon steel A48-AP. Journal of Materials Research and Technology, 4(2), 217–223.

2. Slimane, S. A., Slimane, A., Guelailia, A., Boudjemai, A., Kebdani, S., Smahat, A., … (2022). Hypervelocity impact on honeycomb structure reinforced with bi-layer ceramic/aluminum facesheets used for spacecraft shielding. Mechanics of Advanced Materials and Structures, 29(25), 4487–4505.

3. Slimane, S., Kebdani, S., Boudjemai, A., & Slimane, A. (2018). Effect of position of tension-loaded inserts on honeycomb panels used for space applications. International Journal on Interactive Design and Manufacturing (IJIDeM), 12(2),

4. Slimane, A., Bouchouicha, B., Benguediab, M., & Slimane, S. A. (2015). Contribution to the study of fatigue and rupture of welded structures in carbon steel A48-AP: Experimental and numerical study. Transactions of the Indian Institute of Metals, 68(3), 465–477.

5. Slimane, A., Slimane, S., Kebdani, S., Chaib, M., Dahmane, S., Bouchouicha, B., … (2019). Parameters effects analysis of rotary ultrasonic machining on carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) composite using an interactive RSM method. International Journal on Interactive Design and Manufacturing (IJIDeM), 13(2),

Amin Reza Kalantari Khalil Abad | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Amin Reza Kalantari Khalil Abad | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Iran University of Science and Technology | Iran

Dr. Amin Reza Kalantari Khalil Abad is a distinguished researcher and Lecturer in Industrial Engineering at Iran University of Science and Technology, Tehran, specializing in system optimization and sustainable supply chain design. He earned his Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering from Iran University of Science and Technology (2024), focusing on designing resilient horticultural supply chains under pest disruption, and holds an M.Sc. in Industrial Engineering (System Optimization) from Kharazmi University and a B.Sc. from Meybod University, Iran. His research expertise spans decision-making, operations research, mathematical modeling, and optimization, with emphasis on sustainable, resilient, and circular supply chain networks under uncertainty. Dr. Amin Reza Kalantari Khalil Abad has extensive teaching experience as a lecturer and teaching assistant in logistics, supply chain management, operations research, and software applications including GAMS and MiniTab. He has published six high-impact journal articles, including in the Journal of Environmental Management (2025), Journal of Industrial Information Integration (2025), Computers & Chemical Engineering (2024, 2023), Journal of Cleaner Production (2024), and Applied Soft Computing (2023). His work has been cited 57 times by 51 documents, achieving an h-index of 5 according to Scopus. Recognized as Top Ph.D. Student in Education (2021–2022) and Research (2023–2024), he also serves as a reviewer for leading journals and international conferences. Through his innovative research integrating optimization techniques, sustainable development, and supply chain resiliency, Dr. Amin Reza Kalantari Khalil Abad has significantly contributed to advancing both academic knowledge and practical applications, making him a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

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Featured Publications

  • Alizadeh, M., Kalantari Khalil Abad, A. R., Jahani, H., & Makui, A. (2023). Prevention of post-pandemic crises: A green sustainable and reliable healthcare supply chain network design for emergency medical products. Journal of Cleaner Production, 139702. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2023.139702

  • Kalantari Khalil Abad, A. R., Barzinpour, F., & Pishvaee, M. S. (2023). Toward circular economy for pomegranate fruit supply chain under dynamic uncertainty: A case study. Computers & Chemical Engineering, 178, 108362. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compchemeng.2023.108362

  • Kalantari Khalil Abad, A. R., & Pasandideh, S. H. R. (2022). Green closed-loop supply chain network design with stochastic demand: A novel accelerated Benders decomposition method. Scientia Iranica, 29(5), 2578–2592. https://doi.org/10.24200/sci.2022.55657

  • Kalantari Khalil Abad, A. R., Barzinpour, F., & Pishvaee, M. S. (2023). Green and reliable medical device supply chain network design under deep dynamic uncertainty: A novel approach in the context of COVID-19 outbreak. Applied Soft Computing, 110964. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.asoc.2023.110964

  • Kalantari Khalil Abad, A. R., & Pasandideh, S. H. R. (2021). Green closed-loop supply chain network design: A novel bi-objective chance-constraint approach. RAIRO-Operations Research, 55(2), 811–840. https://doi.org/10.1051/ro/2021035